Dave Morse's work in the nuclear energy field has taken him and his wife of 42 years (LeAnn Mull '66) around the world. Although Dave "retired" from Consumers Energy Palisades Nuclear Plant in 2006, he continues to consult and travel, recently completing his 29th trip to Japan. (Photo at left pictures LeAnn and Dave at the Himeji Castle in Himeji, Japan).

On their 40th anniversary, Dave & LeAnn traveled to Sao Paulo, Brazil where LeAnn reconnected with her friend Maria, a former LHS exchange student.

Life at home has included raising two sons, both of whom still live nearby, countless hours of Lake Michigan sailing, a recent return to golf and jaunts to a special place in Tennessee.

I'm sending a picture of myself taken 6/13 with a U of M college roommate who was visiting me with her husband in Sacramento. We're at Coloma, California, site of the 1848 gold rush discovery. I retired from my job as a school nurse in June of 2008 and have been busy taking adult ed classes, updating my house, and traveling. In May I went with friends on a cruise to Greece and Italy which was wonderful! I hope everyone has a good time at the mini reunion! Maybe next year I can join you.

Ruth Williamson Person (pictured at left)

I was waiting for a couple of things to break, to see if I could get away next weekend.... but no such luck. It appears that ya'll have a great time, sure would like to share in that one of these years. I just paid my first visit to the web site. WOW! I enjoyed Jody's contribution to our history and it was surprising to learn more about her. The photos from the various events are also fun. Thanks again and keep up the good work! Say Hi to all the girls attending this year, and a "Wish I was there!" Hugs,

Dena Stetler Hale

I am sending my regrets but hope to join all of you one day - how fun!! I really appreciate being included since I moved in our senior year and love seeing all your pictures and knowing more about everyone! I would love to hear all the news after the luncheon.

Julie Lewis Herman (pictured at right)

I am sorry that I will be unable to attend the reunion. Have a fun time.

Judy Bosscher Kurt

Thanks so much for all your work in keeping the class of 65 connected. I wanted to let you know that I will be unable to attend the Girls Mini-Reunion next week end. Hi to everyone and hope to see you next time!

Barb Cooper Eldridge

Unfortunately I will not be able to attend this year. Please give my best to all those in attendance, and I know you will have a wonderful time of sharing together. Always,

Carla Malotte Pippin

I will not be able to make the reunion on Saturday.  Give everyone my fondest regards.  Look forward to seeing photos following.

Andrea Oie King

Thanks so much for the invitation - however, I'll not be able to attend this one, but please post pictures so I can see everyone at the reunion- - I really enjoy viewing the pictures and keeping up with what's happening in their lives - - wish I could be there - - I still get homesick after all these years ! ! ! Thanks,

Sandi McGaw Pearce

I'm sorry that I won't be able to attend the mini-reunion this year - it was such fun seeing everyone last year. Have a great time, give my best to everyone and I will look forward to the next time we all get together. Thanks again for all you are doing to keep us connected. Best,

Kathy Kerr Fries

I am sad and regret that I can not attend and renew friendships and enjoy the fellowship.  It's amazing how fast our lives have moved toward the end of the yard stick and we begin to number our days. Have fun. I will look forward to seeing the pictures you will post. God bless you all and have fun.

Jackie Trato Edwards

Thanks so much for the invite to the mini-reunion!  I am so sorry to say that I will be in Dauphin Island with my family. I'm so excited there will be a reunion, we'll look forward to it.  Thanks so much and enjoy the Mini!!!

Rocky Lloyd Dixon

I wanted to let you know that I will not be able to attend the reunion though it sounds fun. If you continue to meet, I hope to make the next one. Thanks for the invite and have lots of fun!

Jan Reed Slingerlend

Hi to all the girls! I really wanted to join you this year, but it just did not work out. Would love to see all of the girls again.

Marybeth Wright Styer

(pictured above with husband Bill Styer, BC Central '63)

CONGRATULATIONS!

David and Jackie Trato Edwards (right) are celebrating two important dates this year —
40 Years of Marriage and a 25th Reunion for Wings of Morning,
part of their Wings Global Outreach ministry.

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Earl “Gip” Seaver is Northern Illinois University’s Vice Provost. He has been at NIU since 1975. Prior to being appointed Vice Provost in 2003, he served as a department chair for 13 years. As Vice Provost, Seaver is responsible for undergraduate academic affairs, including enrollment services (Admissions, Student Financial Aid, Registration & Records), ACCESS/PAL, Honors, TRIO programs, CHANCE, SAASS, the Academic Advising Center, Office of Retention Services, Center for Black Studies, Scholarships and coordination of the activities of the Undergraduate Coordinating Council. Additionally, he coordinates teacher certification for the university. Seaver is a professor in the School of Allied Health and Communicative Disorders and also enjoys working as a speech pathologist for children with cleft lip and/or palate.