oe n> Weber State College COMMENT Homecoming: ‘81, has com- pleted basic training at Fort McClellan, Alabama. During the training, students received instruction in drill and ceremonies, weapons, map reading, tactics, military courtesy, military justice, first aid, and Army history and traditions. Steven Layton, ’81, graduated from an 1l-week course of managementoriented training at the FBI Academy at Quantico, Virginia. He has been with the Clearfield Police Department since 1975 and was promoted to the rank of lieutenant in October 1981 and has been in charge of their criminal investigations since that time. Gary W. Ballingham, '82, was named manager /head professional at golf City in Ogden. He will be the teaching professional and coordinate weekly 2nd Lt. Gregory Lee, '84, has completed an armor officer basic course at the U.S. Army Armor School, Fort Knox, Kentucky. The course covered branch training in armor for newly commissioned officers with special emphasis on the duties of tank and reconnaissance platoon leaders. Their training includes instruction in automotive principles and maintenance, communications, weapons and tactics. Air Force Reserve Airman David C. Bruner, ’85, has been assigned to Sheppard Air Force Base, Texas, after completing Air Force basic training. During the six weeks at Lackland AFB, Texas, he studied the Air Force mission, organization and customs and received special training in human relations. He will now receive special instruction in the aircraft maintenance field. ac- misc. Association. Airman Ist Class Christy L. Edwards, ‘82, has been assigned to Sheppard Air Force Base, Texas, after completing Air Force basic training. During her six weeks at Lackland AFB, Texas, she studied the Air Force mission, organization and customs, and received special training in human She will now relations. receive specialized in- struction in the civil engineering field. Jean Mathews, a two-term member of the Missouri Legislature, received national recognition recently when she was presented with the “Outstanding State Legislator of the Year” award by the American Legislative Exchange Council. Margaret H. Beaty, ’83, has been com- missioned a 2nd lieutenant in the U.S. Air Force upon graduation from Officer Training School at Lackland Air Force Base, Texas. The 12-week course trained selected college graduates to apply communicative skills, professional knowledge, leadership and management to take positions by G. Val Lofgreen, Alumni Association President Hyrereorrs is a montage of experiences and memories of the “olden days,” a luxury that seems increasingly more difficult to accomodate in today’s busy schedules. It is the opportunity to see old pro- fessors, many who are now emeritus. To see old friends, to see the changes in the campus, to see how much younger the students are now as compared to the mature students of yesteryear. This year’s Homecoming celebration began with a record attendance at Family Night on Monday with some 4,000 people in the Dee Events Center for exhibits, demonstrations, contests, food and entertainment. This was followed by the student pep rally and fireworks immediately after. A fine alumni Art Exhibit was on display in tivities of the 165-member Ladies Golf fond memories the Shepherd Union Building during the entire week. The Alumni Banquet was held Friday evening, honoring Junius R. Tribe and James L. Sundquist as Distinguished Alumni, and Russell Hirst and Daniel Martino for Distinguished Service to Weber State. Good food, good companionship, old friends and good music from the student group ‘Tangent Factor” highlighted the evening. Reunions for the classes of 1934 and 1959 capped the days activities. Jim Hurst's address to the group, speaking for both reunion classes, brought to mind the many changes and_ accomplishments of the past five decades. Saturday began early with the President’s Challenge 5,000 meter run, complicated this year with slippery footing and unseasonable ice. Interestingly, the _ WSCAA President G. Val Lofgreen best times this year were set in the 15-19 age group for both men and women. The 1 p.m. football game was played on a relatively dry field, thanks to some excellent work by Weber's grounds crew, who removed tarps covered by 3-4 inches of snow. The field notwithstanding, Weber was not destined to win the football game, losing to Nevada-Reno. One of the highlights of the day was a reception tor former Student Officers, hosted by this year’s ASWSC officers. People came from as far as California to attend. Brief reminiscences by selected speakers triggered a host of fond recollections. The Homecoming Dance in the evening was a dress affair with a good orchestra. It was fun to see the young folks dancing together again, like the olden days. Thanks to Jon Southwick, ASWSC President for hosting these two events. And thanks to all--for the memories of Homecoming 1984. of responsibility. She will now be assigned at Chanute AFB, Illinois. WSCAA adopts new group Army Reserve Staff Sgt. Ronald S. Bingham, 83, has completed a patientcare specialist course at Fitzsimons Army Medical Center, Aurora, Colorado. During the course, students received instruction in the performance term life insurance program and supervision of patient care duties and in various clinical services. two full scholarships to the J. Reuben Mary Thompson, has joined the staff of Gillham Advertising Inc., as a media buyer. She is a former national sales assistant at station KT VX in Salt Lake Clark School of Law at Brigham Young University. He is a student from El Salvador and spent the summer at Arizona State University in Tempe, Arizona where he was accepted for pre-legal training. fic manager and programming assistant at the station. She has worked as a sales representative in T-formation in Ogden, and as a sales accountant at Meridian Publishing Co., Ogden. Jorge (Coqui) Galvez, ’84, has received City, and also worked as assistant traf- Nominations open for Dixon Award year at Founders’ Day, the Weber State College Alumni Association awards the prestigious H. Aldous Dixon Award to a member of the college faculty/staff who has distinguished himself/herself while working in their campus position and who has truly sought to meet the needs of WSC students and has obtained a meaningful measure of excellence in their career. Nominations for this award are solicited from all past students as well as those currently enrolled at WSC, according to G. Val Lofgreen, alumni president. “Our committee meets in February to review the nominations and makes a__ selection early in March. The award is presented at the Founders’ Day Luncheon which will be held Friday, May 3, 1985,” Mr. Lofgreen noted. Nominations should include the name of the faculty/staff member, a one-page resume of accomplishments and a statement from the nominator concerning the reasons for making the nomination. Nominations should be mailed to: Alumni Office--1011, Weber State College, Ogden, Utah 84408, and should arrive no later than Feb. 8, 1985, Mr. Lofgreen said. Any questions concerning this award should be directed to the Alumni Office, (801) 626-6564. arlier this year the Weber State College Alumni Association endorsed a new Group Term Life Insurance Program for it’s alumni. It was mailed to the WSCAA membership and has received excellent response. On August 1, 1984, benefits were in- . creased by 10 percent at no additional cost. Benefits are now available from $10,000 up to a maximum of $200,000. A male member, age 38, can obtain a benefit of $30,000 for a semi-annual premium of $37.50. A female in the same age bracket would only pay $31.50. This Life plan is not intended to replace any alumni life insurance plan, but to supplement it. Before endorsing this plan the WSCAA Board of Directors reviewed it with a number insurance agents, including some alumni members. They all agreed that it was an outstanding plan, reasonably priced and a good member benefit. The WSCAA was able to obtain substantial benefits and economical group rates because of the size and strength of the organization. The WSCAA sponsored Group Term Life Plan is available to any alumnus under the age of 60. The spouse and/or children of the alumnus may also be insured. The spouse may be issued up to the amount of the alum- nus. Up to $5,000 is available for each dependant child. This Life plan has several special features. If the insured becomes totally disabled before age 60, the insured pays no premium for as long as the disability continues. A special conversion privilege feature is also available regardless of physical condition and issued without evidence of insurability at the time of conversion. The insured has complete choice of beneficiary. Whether it be a family member, a business partner, a charity, an organization, or an institution, the decision is up to the insured. Further, the insured alumnus can divide the benefit amount any way he chooses. Many alumni have designated a portion of the benefit amount to help provide for the future of WSC, Any percentage of the Life Plan premium going to pay a benefit due WSC, if it is 50 percent or more, may be tax deductible. If you want additional information about this plan or an application, please write to the WSCAA administrator, John P. Pearl & Associates, Ltd., Suite 204, 1750 S.W. Skyline Blvd., Portland, Oregon 97221, or call their national toll-free number: 1-(800)-447-4982. es. Christiansen, so Les page 9 oe Pfc. January 1985