In August 2024, during the annual Breakfast with the President event, Dr. Amy Bragg Carey, the university’s president, announced the unveiling of the Center for Enterprise and Community Engagement (CECE). In addition, she shared the exciting news of a generous $1 million donation that would fund the center’s development and operations.  

Since then, Rachel Steiner has led the center, where students have provided resources, project assistance and business support to the non-profit and business community around Wichita. In the past academic year, students that opted in have attended the Wichita Business Journal Talent Summit, announced connections with the Ronald McDonald House Charities in Wichita, met with IMA Financial Group, Inc. leadership, and much more.   

“We are very grateful for the amazing gift that started our dynamic center for our students and community. Propelled by one of our Friends University core values of service, I look forward to seeing more of the students engaging with the business and non-profit communities, in what we expect will be transformational learning experiences,” said Dr. Carey. 

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Ann Harder   

Ann Harder is a new Psychology Professor. She received a Bachelor of Arts in Historical Theology from Moody Bible Institute and a Master of Science in Family Therapy from Friends University. For the past three years, Harder has balanced experience from serving as an adjunct instructor at Friends University, managing her own private practice, and collaborating with the Mindful Therapy Group. She is also a member in good standing of the Kappa Delta Society and the American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy.   

Dr. Ismael Heron   

Ismael Heron is the new Special Appointment Associate Professor of Mechanical Engineering. Dr. Heron received a Bachelor of Science and Master of Science in Aerospace Engineering, as well as a Doctorate of Philosophy in Aerospace Engineering from Wichita State University. He has 30 years of experience in aerospace engineering, including 20 years of experience in 14 CFR Parts 23 (pre-2017 reorganization) and 14 CFR 25, EASA CS-25, TCCA AWM-525, and MIL-STD & Control Requirements. Heron authored and co-authored 15 published papers in relevant professional societies and 4 publications in peer-reviewed journals.    

Durga Venkata Suresh Koppisetty   

Durga Venkata Suresh Koppisetty is the new Special Appointment Assistant Professor of Mechanical Engineering. Dr. Koppisetty received a Bachelor of Technology in Mechanical Engineering from JNTU University, India; a Master of Technology in Mechanical Engineering-Thesis from GITAM University, India; a Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering-Thesis and is a Doctoral Candidate in Mechanical Engineering at Wichita State University. Alongside his position as Graduate Teaching and Research Assistant, Dr. Koppisetty participated in several academic projects, publications and technical skills.   

Sarah Mae Lamar   

Sarah Mae Lamar is the new Assistant Professor of Music Theatre. Lamar received a Bachelor of Theatre Education from Mid America Nazarene University, a Master of Theatre and Liberal Arts from Baker University, and a Master of Arts: Theatre Education from the University of Houston. She is a producer, director and the owner of ACT OUT Theatre Company in Long Beach, CA, focusing on production and educational outreach in acting, movement, voice and production.   

Daniel Littler  
 
Daniel Littler began his term on the Friends University Board of Trustees on January 1, 2025. Littler received a Bachelor in Finance & Accounting from Friends University and a Master of Business Administration in Finance from Texas A&N University. He serves as Managing Director of Business Strategy for INTRUST Bank where he oversees various functions including the firm’s corporate treasury and data analytics divisions.  

Angela Pérez   

Angela Pérez is the new Assistant Professor of Choral Music Education. Pérez received a Bachelor of Arts in Music from Friends University, and a Bachelor of Arts in Music Education and a Master of Arts in Music Education from Wichita State University. She serves as a member of the American Choral Directors Association member (ACDA), National Association for Music Education member (NAfME), and the National Association of Teachers of Singing member (NATS).   

Timothy D. Schloetzer  

Timothy D. Schloetzer is the new Special Appointment, Assistant Professor for Cyber Security. Schloetzer received a Bachelor of Science in Cyber and Data Security Technology from University of Arizona Global Campus, a Master of Science in Computer Science from Colorado Technical University and is expected to receive his Doctorate in Cybersecurity Management in 2027 from Nova Southeastern University. He has had certifications as CISSP, PMP, PenTest+, CySA+, Security+, A+, AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner, and ITIL 4 Foundation. 

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Under this partnership, Friends University will act as the home institution, where students will be fully matriculated and from which will earn their degree. Students will take courses from KHSU, and those credits will be transferred back to Friends University. 

The courses taken at KHSU are Health System Sciences I, II, III, and IV, and will be transferred as credits toward the Friends University courses Strategic Planning and Performance Analytics in Healthcare, Contemporary Issues in Aging Services, and Managing Complex Healthcare Systems. 

The coursework was developed by leaders in the health care industry and specifically designed to encompass all phases of health care leadership, including acute and long-term care, clinic and hospital management, and home health and hospice agencies. 

“Our partnership with Kansas Health Science University–Kansas College of Osteopathic Medicine is a game‑changer. It’s not often you see a graduate business program that prepares leaders across acute and long‑term care, clinic and home‑health settings and also puts them in state‑of‑the‑art medical school classrooms, learning side‑by‑side with future doctors,” said Dr. Jim Long, the Friends University Division Chair of Business and Finance. “Sharing that patient‑focused, innovative environment gives our students a firsthand appreciation of the clinical perspective and inspires them to build more compassionate, sustainable health care organizations.” 

For additional information on the MHCL degree program or to apply, visit http://friends.edu/graduate/health-care-leadership. 

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The name of the KCAC Sports Information Director of the Year award was changed to the Pearson-Swenson Sports Information Director (SID) of the Year award in Spring 2024 to honor two long-time and award-winning SIDs in the conference’s history: A. John Pearson and Carol R. Swenson.

“The SID position is so strong in the KCAC that anyone in the league could win this award and deserve it, I’m just blessed my number came up this year,” Convirs said. “I work for the best university and athletic director in the country. Dr. Rob Ramseyer has an innate ability to foster a system that gets the best out of everyone, me included. I’m also grateful for the support President Dr. Amy Bragg Carey consistently shows myself and our athletic department.”

“SID life can be a challenge, I wouldn’t have lasted in this business without the support and encouragement of a strong family, from my mom and dad to my wife Michelle and three sons (Matthew, Luke & Peyton),” Convirs continued. “I also want to thank my graduation assistant Melissa Juhnke for all her support, she’s been so loyal to me over the last five seasons that I feel like part of this award is hers. I’m blessed to work at a Christ-centered institution, and I never take for granted the opportunity I’ve been given to tell the story of Friends University athletics every day.”

Nominated by a fellow Sports Information Director in the conference, Convirs’ dedication to Friends University Athletics and expanding the amount of content related to the Falcons were highlighted. The following is an example of what Convirs does/has done to promote Friends Athletics and the KCAC as a whole:

• Working with local and state news outlets to highlight the Falcons.
• Facilitating podcasts with Friends head coaches.
• Elevating the amount of social media content and the quality of said content.
• Working with SIDEARM (the website provider for Friends University Athletics) to come up with new and engaging ways to promote the Falcons.
• Working at many KCAC championship events.

“This award is well deserved,” Dr. Rob Ramseyer, Vice President of Athletics and Strategic Expansion at Friends University, remarked. “Levi is a great person who is always willing to serve and works incredibly hard. He is dependable, mission-aligned, and humble, and I am grateful to be working with him at Friends.”

“Levi has most certainly earned this honor,” Mark Hoffhines, KCAC Assistant Commissioner for Sports Information and Communications, said of Convirs. “He does whatever it takes to highlight Friends student-athletes, and has expanded his reach into long-form storytelling this year. Levi is also one of the first to offer up his services at KCAC championship events, and is willing to serve in any role that is needed. He truly wants to provide a quality game experience for KCAC student-athletes, coaches, and fans. His hard work and dedication is an example to others in the KCAC.”

Previous KCAC Sports Information Director of the Year Winners

• 2023-24: Tim Hackett, Avila University
• 2022-23: David Toelle, Kansas Wesleyan University
• 2021-22: Katie Tooley, Ottawa University
• 2020-21: Trent Hinton, York College
• 2019-20: David Toelle, Kansas Wesleyan University
• 2018-19: Josh Booth, Bethel College
• 2017-18: Nick Morris, Oklahoma Wesleyan University
• 2016-17: Katie Tooley, Ottawa University
• 2015-16: Scott Nuss, Southwestern College
• 2014-15: Scott Nuss, Southwestern College
• 2013-14: Katie Tooley, Ottawa University
• 2012-13: Scott Nuss, Southwestern College
• 2011-12: David Toelle, Kansas Wesleyan University
• 2010-11: Alan Grosbach, McPherson College
• 2009-10: Katie Tooley, Ottawa University
• 2008-09: Carol Swenson, McPherson College

About A. John Pearson

Mr. Pearson was hired at Bethany College to first work as the Director of Public Relations and Alumni Affairs, under the Dr. Arvin W. Hahn presidency during a very challenging and, yet, a very rewarding era in college history. He continued in that position until 1992 when he became the Director of the Archives and Heritage Center and of Sports Information until 2004, when he retired. He served as the Kansas Collegiate Athletic Conference (KCAC) statistician, and was inducted into the Bethany Athletics Hall of Honor in 2004 and received the 2007 Clarence “Ike” Pearson Award from the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA) Sports Information Directors Association. In 2011, he was honored by receiving the Lifetime Achievement Award from the College Sports Information Directors Association. Pearson also served as NAIA Great Plains, later Region IV, Information Director. Sadly, Pearson passed away in 2023.

About Carol R. Swenson

Mr. Swenson served as sports information director at McPherson College from 2000 to 2009, following a 30-year career in the McPherson school district. When an individual thinks of track and field in the state of Kansas, Swenson is one of the most notable names to come up. A virtual encyclopedia of cross country and track and field, Swenson as served as public address announcer at the KSHSAA Track and Field Championships since 1974, the Big 12 Outdoor Track Championships three times and the Indoor Championships once, and serves as PA Announcer at the KCAC Indoor and Outdoor Track and Field Championships. He also served several times as the USA Track and Field Press Officer for USA National Teams at a myriad of competitions worldwide.

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President’s Spring 2025 Honor Roll

The following students have been named to the President’s Honor Roll at Friends University with a grade point average of 3.9 to 4.0.

Dean’s Spring 2025 Honor Roll

The following students have been named to the Dean’s Honor Roll at Friends University with a grade point average of 3.6 to 3.899.

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“We were overwhelmed by the quality of the proposals we received this year,” said Jennifer Rothschild, Director of the Educating Character Initiative. “It is exciting to see so many institutions developing character projects rooted in their own identities and missions. We have so much to learn from these projects.”

The mission of the Program for Leadership and Character at Wake Forest University is to inspire, educate and empower leaders of character to serve humanity. Through innovative teaching, creative programming and cutting-edge research, the program aims to transform the lives of students, foster an inclusive culture of leadership and character, and catalyze a broader public conversation that places character at the center of leadership. 

In recent years, many colleges and universities have reached out to solicit advice and share ideas about how to educate character. Inspired by the University’s motto of Pro Humanitate (for humanity) and supported through a generous grant from Lilly Endowment Inc., Wake Forest developed the Educating Character Initiative to support a wider community of individuals and institutions to educate character within higher education. Through the creation of a network of interested institutions and educators, the development and dissemination of research and resources, the organization of conferences and convenings, and the direct awarding of grants to individuals and institutions interested in advancing this work, the Program for Leadership and Character aspires to nurture a creative, compassionate and collaborative community of educators who can learn from each other as partners in character education. This is the second year that the ECI has awarded grants.

The list of institutions receiving 2025 awards and the names of projects are included below:

Bard College
Character in Context at Bard College

Carnegie Mellon University
Carnegie Mellon Character Development Initiative

Carthage College
Virtue, Vocation, Reflection: Creating an integrated curriculum for the development of character at Carthage College.

Claflin University
The Village: Reviving the Legacy of a Visionary Leadership Institute

Cornell University
Reshaping Higher Education’s Strategy for Community Engagement: Undergraduate Collective Impact Assessment

Duke University and North Carolina Central University
Capacity Building for Bridge Internship Program

Emory University
Emory Center for Ethics – Character Education through Courage and Discernment

Florida Atlantic University
Wise Owls: Building Character Education for FAU’s Future Environmental Leaders, and Educators

Florida Institute of Technology
Building Core Character: Developing Intellectual Character Virtues through the General Education Core

Friends University
Becoming Friends: Forming Character in Communities of Practice

Furman University
What Really Matters?

Georgetown College
Cultivating Virtues of Love, Justice, and Responsibility: Exploring Character Education at Georgetown College

Gordon College
Intergroup Dialogue Program for Character Formation at Gordon College

Indiana University, Indianapolis
Global Ethics, Civic Character, and Leadership

Loyola University Chicago
Undergraduate Jesuit Character Education at Loyola University Chicago

Mercer University
Pathways to Virtue: Building Institutional Capacity for Character Education

Mount Mary University
Trust & Dare: Building Capacity Through a Character Commonplace Curriculum

New Jersey Institute of Technology
Educating the Whole Engineer: Incorporating Virtues as Learning Outcomes in Fundamentals of Engineering Design Courses

North Central College
Developing Disruptors: Fostering Curiosity, Compassion, and Courage to Dismantle Injustice

Ohio University
“Life Is Abundant”: Character Education in Appalachian Ohio

Olin College of Engineering
Connecting Civic Virtue and Undergraduate Engineering

Roanoke College
How Character and Leadership Intersect with Purpose Discernment and Intellectual Inquiry

Saint Catherine University
Leading for Social Justice: Creating a Collaborative Curriculum to Foster Love of Dear Neighbor

Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota
Expanding Undergraduate Access and Recognizing Character

Southern Methodist University
From Nodes to Networks: Defining, Unifying, and Promoting Character Education at SMU

Southern Wesleyan University
From Knowledge to Wisdom and Character:Building a Transformative Core Curriculum in the Christian Liberal Arts Tradition

State University of New York
State University of New York (SUNY) Empire State Service Corps

Taylor University
Exploring Community-Driven Character Development in the Taylor University Honors Guild

Tulane University
“Non sibi, sed suis” (Not for oneself but for one’s own): Re-envisioning Tulane’s Credo by Centering Civic Leadership

University of Alabama
Using Character Education to Encourage Sentinel Behavior Among Business Students

University of Dayton and Sinclair Community College
Building a Common Language of Character Across a Public Community College and a Private 4-Year University

University of Illinois – Urbana Champaign
The Illinois Way: Cultivating Civic Character and Purpose Through Service Learning

University of Memphis
Ascend University of Memphis

University of North Carolina at Pembroke
Resilient Leaders – Character Education Through Leadership Development, Community Engagement, and Experiential Learning

University of Portland
Educating Character by Engaging the Sainte-Croix Mission Reflection Model at the University of Portland

University of South Carolina, Columbia
Building Bridges of Character: A Perspective Honoring Approach to Ethical Leadership

University of the South
Coalescing Around a Common Language for Character Formation

Westmont College
Westmont’s Initium Program: A New First-Year Seminar Integrating Intellectual, Moral, and Spiritual Formation

Wright State University
Developing Character Champions on Campus

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The initiative will help the university continue its mission of increasing access to education, while also aiding in its goal to achieve status as a Hispanic Serving Institution. As of Fall 2024, Friends University was serving 21.6% undergraduate Hispanic or Latino students, surging the need for more translated services and aid. 

Helmed by Vice President of Enrollment Management and Student Success Dr Preston Todd, Title III Project Coordinator Alexis Evans, Director of Hispanic Serving Initiative Bellaly Escalante, and Web Developer Mickey Shannon, the project assists with strengthening services and expanding educational opportunities for current and prospective Hispanic students. 

“I am very excited for the launch of the Spanish pages,” said Escalante, “It was also great for us to have partnered with local business AB&C Bilingual Resources for our translations. Having these pages available will make exploring our website more inclusive for students with Spanish speaking families and native Spanish speakers will be able to navigate our website with more ease.” 

The Spanish pages are available at https://www.friends.edu/es. 

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Students from the Opera Workshop class will perform scenes from L’elisir d’amore, Don Giovanni, Die Zauberflöte, Doña Francisquita, Orphée aux enfers, Der Zigeunerbaron, and Ruddigore. Featuring braggadocious generals, damsels with no distress in sight, lovebirds united at last, and lost-but-found treasure, these scenes are sure to keep you entertained!

The production will be complete with costumes, set pieces, and brilliantly designed projected backdrops provided by students from the Graphic Design area. Their backdrops amplify not only the scenic design, but the drama unfolding on the stage; whether it’s a character’s move to the dark side, or a meteoric conclusion to the entire evening. The Graphic Design students have also designed and printed a unique program for this performance; gifting patrons with a special keep-sake to take home.

This is a collaborative performance that you won’t want to miss!

The performance is musically and stage directed by Dr. Lydia Bechtel, with collaborative pianist Cindy Blasdel, and the creative direction of graphic design professor Steve Monsen. This event is free and open to all.

For more information or to purchase tickets, please contact finearts@friends.edu.

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Leon Trammell, founder of Tramco and longtime supporter of Friends University, contributed the funds that transformed the university’s podcast station into a state-of-the-art recording studio. The facility will feature a wrap-around green wall for immersive visual effects, high-definition video and audio equipment and professional-grade editing software—offering students access to industry standard tools to bring their academic and creative projects to life.  

“This generous gift from Leon Trammell gives our students an incredible opportunity to learn, create and grow using industry-leading tools,” said Sean Cash, Assistant Chair of the Division of Business and Assistant Professor of Marketing. “Access to this level of technology not only gives our students a competitive edge but also allows us to integrate media production into the curriculum for any major—from marketing and graphic design to education and the fine arts.”  

The project was a collaborative effort between Sean Cash and Frank Choriego, Adjunct Professor of Business, both of whom have worked closely with Trammell on previous business projects.  

“Leon believes in empowering future small business leaders, and this studio is a reflection of that belief,” Cash said. “Students at Friends University will now have a space to practice storytelling, develop branding and media campaigns, produce interviews and create promotional content—skills that are invaluable in today’s digital economy.”  

In How Underdogs Win, Trammell profiles eight businesses—including his own—that defied the odds to achieve success. Each business highlighted in his book was invited to the ribbon cutting and many have indicated their intentions to participate in the ribbon cutting. His donation reflects his ongoing commitment to equipping the next generation with the confidence and mindset needed to overcome obstacles and pursue their dreams. 

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Dr. Long, recognized for his commitment to excellence in the classroom, will be celebrated alongside other regional awardees at the ACBSP Conference 2025 in Las Vegas, Nevada from June 18-22. During the event, he will be presented with a physical award and a $500 honorarium. Additionally, the recipients of the International Teaching Excellence Award, representing both baccalaureate/graduate and associate degree-granting institutions, will be announced at the conference in Las Vegas and formally recognized at the ACBSP Conference. Dr. Long, as a regional recipient, is now in contention for the esteemed International Teaching Excellence Award. 

Established in 1995 by the ACBSP Associate Degree Commission, the International Teaching Excellence Award acknowledges exceptional educators in the classroom. In 2002, a parallel award was introduced by the Baccalaureate Degree Commission, recognizing teaching excellence at the baccalaureate/graduate degree level. ACBSP remains the sole accrediting body for business schools that presents an award for teaching excellence, open to applications from its extensive global membership. 

Jeffrey Alderman, ACBSP President and CEO, emphasized the heightened significance of business programs in preparing graduates for the global marketplace. “ACBSP is dedicated to fostering, promoting, and acknowledging best practices that actively contribute to the ongoing improvement of business education. Recognition of teaching excellence stands as a pivotal approach through which we fulfill this mission,” he said. 

About ACBSP 

ACBSP’s mission is to promote continuous improvement and recognize excellence in the accreditation of business education programs around the world. ACBSP, www.acbsp.org, is recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) as a specialized accreditation agency for business education. ACBSP is the only global accrediting body to accredit business, accounting, and business-related programs at all degree levels. ACBSP currently has over 1,000 member campuses in more than 60 countries. Of those campuses, 800 have achieved accreditation and more than 180 are in candidacy for accreditation. Individual members on these campuses now exceed 12,800. FAQs / Accreditation FAQs 

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Heading the CMFTL is Dr. Lori Kanitz. Dr. Kanitz received her Bachelor of Arts in English Literature at the University of Oklahoma, her Master of Literature and Theology at Durham University in England, and her Doctorate in Literature Theology at the University of St. Andrews in Scotland. She has dozens of publications, keynote presentations, conferences and community services throughout her career, many of them centering on intersections of theology, literature and culture. 

The CMFTL will be responsible for academic initiatives that strengthen the university’s Christian mission, such as professional development and mentoring for faculty, promoting student-faculty research and scholarship, and grant writing to expand funding for campus-wide faith and learning opportunities. Creating a center to equip faculty to think missionally about teaching and learning has long been a goal of Friends University as it seeks to graduate students who honor God and serve others by integrating their intellectual, spiritual and professional lives. 

“Friends’ faculty are incredibly committed to their students’ success, and they are passionate about their disciplinary subjects,” said Dr. Kanitz. “Having a center able to resource faculty with opportunities to grow professionally, think missionally about teaching, and better serve their students is so exciting. It speaks to Friends University’s vision and commitment to long-term impact. I am incredibly honored to serve the university and my colleagues in this role!” 

The center will have its official launch on April 22, 2025, with its first ever Research Symposium, starting at 1:30 p.m. in the Davis Administration Building.  

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Gifts to the university can be made online during this 24-hour period. Whether it’s supporting scholarships, academic programs or other vital initiatives, all contributions have a profound impact on the Friends community.  

“It was incredible to have a scholarship in my specific interest that I could apply for,” said Nathan Wachtler, a recipient of the Leroy and Eva Brightup Scholarship. “It’s really been incredible to participate in practical ministry here, from Sundays @9, to being given the opportunity to preach at a church. I can never express enough thanks for the donors.” 

To participate in the university’s annual Day of Giving on April 8, visit our website at http://friends.edu/give or contact Sanya Wiles at sanya@friends.edu.

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