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Vol. II, No. 7 January 1982
IPFW celebrated the new year by opening its two new buildings. Despite the below-freezing temperatures for most of January, the jogging track and other facilities in the new athletic center and all four floors of the classroom, laboratory, and office building were kept busy. Several departments ended the year by noting the achievements of their students. The dental auxiliary education department honored first-year students with its annual pinning ceremony (above, top) and nursing graduates received their coveted pins in graduation ceremonies (above). Students kept hallways busy and telephones ringing, but for good cause: Enrollments appeared strong for spring semester. "Preliminary indications are that we will have an increase over last year's records," said Jack Dahl, registrar, and that increase in credit hours reached about 1.8% at press time. In this first issue of the New Year, Chancellor Joseph P. Giusti reflects upon his administration as he begins his third year at IPFW. See his message on page two. Carl Bickley and Dorothy Burrows are featured as Spotlight on Staff and Focus on Faculty people in this issue, on page three.
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Vol. II, No. 7 January 1982
Nursing profession offers hope despite tight economy
In today's stifled job market, nursing is a breath of fresh air, said Elaine Cowen, department chair and associate professor of nursing. Jobs are available for nurses nationwide, she explained, and in some areas of the country, bonuses, high salaries, and excellent working hours serve as incentives for the prospective nurse. Cowen told of one hospital so eager for weekend nurses that it paid 40 hours' salary for workers on 12-hour weekend shifts. The department chair outlined two degree programs which IPFW contributes to the nursing part of the health-care system. The associate-degree program can be completed in two years and gives students curriculum eligibility for the state boards required to become a Registered Nurse. The two-year baccalaureate degree program is for persons who are already R.N.'s and have had one year of intensive clinical experience. IPFW's two nursing programs offer four clear advantages to students, said Cowen, whose observations are based upon student comments. - Both the associate and baccalaureate degree programs can be completed in two years, if students are willing to attend classes on a full-time basis. - R.N.'s and those with a bachelor's degree receive better pay, compared to the Licensed Practical Nurse, said Cowen. Likewise, these R.N.'s are more likely to become charge nurses or nursing administrators. - IPFW's programs are quite flexible, stated Cowen. Students may skip semesters for any number of reasons and return to the program in sequence. Many students take as long as five years to complete a nursing degree, while working in a health-related field, Cowen adds. - Purdue University has a good reputation for nursing, Cowen says. The IPFW programs are certified annually by the State of Indiana and reviewed often by the National League for Nursing, a tough accrediting body. But like other professions, nursing is not without its problems, among them poor working hours and erroneous stereotypes. "We seem to lack a clear definition of what nursing is," stated Cowen. "We come from a tradition of being the handmaiden, obedient to the physician and the institution. Some of us are into patient advocacy where the client comes first." She continued, "But the crucial element in nursing, and what we teach, is this - what we do, we need to do well." "Doing it well" for the nursing faculty involves constant upgrading of skills and knowledge about the profession. Cowen encourages the nursing faculty to continue their education by taking courses outside the Fort Wayne area so they are exposed to new philosophies about nursing and the health-care industry. Despite the nationwide furor over the roles of nurses, Cowen believes that the profession is changing for the better and that IPFW is playing a positive role in those changes for its nursing students. "Nursing is really a marvelous profession," says Cowen, who works outside the university with Hospice, Inc. and private nursing, "and the opportunities are truly endless." More than 135 nurses graduated from IPFW's two programs last year, reported Cowen.
Dorothy Burrows, a nursing professor, is featured in "Focus on Faculty" on page three.
New VAX computer extends services at IPFW
The computer revolution has come to IPFW in the form of a new VAX interactive computer system. Providing on-line programming for classroom work and faculty research, the new computer is being used for the first time this semester. "Society is in a technological revolution and is moving at a tremendous pace. This new computer is IPFW's attempt to get to the state of the art," said Bill Bennett, director of computing and data processing services. The state of that art for this system includes a set-up which cost approximately half a million dollars and has one tape drive and two disk drives. Kettler classroom 204B contains the system's twenty VT-100 terminals that interface directly with the memory in the computing and data processing center. Scott Shreiner, assistant director of computing and data processing and customer service coordinator, served as project director for the installation of the new computer system last semester. Because the interactive system is relatively new to most people, Shreiner has developed a Computer-aided Instruction (CAI) program which prepares campus users, through a graphically pleasing mini-course, to develop their own files for programming. Shreiner feels that more than 600 students and between 20 and 40 faculty members will use the VAX this semester for instructional and research purposes. The old card system for batch processing will still be used, says Bennett, to give students an historical perspective of original hardware. The IBM 370/138 will be available for student use, although now its chief function will be for administrative processing.
ON LINE - Kettler classroom 204B contains the VAX's twenty VT-100 terminals that interface directly with the memory in the computing and data processing center.
Clyde Burt, associate professor of fine arts, dies Dec. 2
Clyde Edwin Burt, associate professor of fine arts, and well-known ceramicist, died Dec. 2 in Van Wert County Hospital, Van Wert, Ohio. "Burt helped build the department to where it is," said Russell Oettel, chair and professor of fine arts. "He was a very valued colleague and internationally known exhibitor." Burt received many commissions during his life, in the Fort Wayne area and throughout the Midwest. He participated in invitational and one-man shows throughout America and as far away as Nigeria, Africa. Burt has been cited in the Dictionary of International Biography, Who's Who in American Art, and Outstanding Educators of America Awards Volume. His works are owned by museums throughout the United States and he has been the recipient of many art awards. Burt was a charter member of the Ohio Designer Craftsmen, Defiance (Ohio) Society of Artists, and Black Swamp Audubon Society. He was active in the National Council on Education for Ceramic Artists and belonged to the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 2457, New Haven. A native of Melrose, Ohio, Burt is survived by his wife, Anita G.; a son, Ronald E., Dallas, Texas; a sister, Claudine Thompson of Delphos, Ohio; and a brother, Donald D. Burt, Fort Wayne. Donations are being accepted in Burt's memory for the department of fine arts library. An exhibition featuring work by Burt's students was presented in the Walb Memorial Union recently. "It was a very appropriate way to honor a man whose life was dedicated to art and to teaching," added Oettel.
Chapter considered
Members of Phi Beta Kappa interested in exploring the formation of an IPFW chapter should contact Judith Clinton, director of university relations and assistant to the Chancellor, at 5448.
Chancellor Giusti reflects upon past two years
Welcome back for Spring Semester 1982. I hope you and your families enjoyed a joyous holiday season together. The beginning of a new year is, of course, a time of anticipation. We look forward at IPFW to bringing our two new buildings into full utilization, to offering the Bachelor of Science in Engineering degree, and to expanding university involvement in the community. We also hope to see enrollments grow again this year by one percent, to provide increased support of the educational activities of our faculty and students, and to welcome even greater alumni participation in the daily life of the campus. This is also a time when it seems appropriate to reflect on the past. In just the two and one-half years since I have been at IPFW there have been many changes. I have gathered in the list below some of the milestones of special significance that have occurred within my recollection. Overall I think they show that IPFW is a healthy and vital institution which has responded well to the many challenges placed before it.
- New programs approved: A .B. in Anthropology, B.S. in Engineering, and the Medical Education Program - New program options or offerings: A .S. in Supervision for graduates in the Dental Assisting Program; B.S. in Supervision for graduates of Dental Hygiene, Dental Lab Technology and Dental Assisting; and concentration in Criminal Justice for the Master of Public Affairs degree - Thirteen new full -time faculty positions (in addition to the eight new Medical Education positions) added in Fall 1981 (a total of 9 added in previous three years) - Successful accreditation visits from National Association of Schools of Music, Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology, North Central Association of Colleges and Schools, National League for Nursing, American Dental Association's Commission on Dental Education, and National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education - Major new administrative appointments: Vice Chancellor and Dean of the Faculty, Edward A. Nicholson; Vice Chancellor for Financial Affairs, John R. Carnaghi; Dean of the School of Science and Humanities, James E. Bundschuh; Dean of Arts and Letters, Julius J. Smulkstys - Administrative reorganization: - The Office of Sponsored Research and Development split into two separate areas, with each given new emphasis and functions - Health Services changed to First Aid and Health Information with a redefinition of functions - The reporting line of the Offices of Admissions, the Registrar, Financial Aid, and Student Academic Counseling changed from Student Services to Academic Affairs under the Dean of Academic Services - The Vice Chancellor's Academic Policy and Planning Committee expanded to include all deans, coordinators, and division heads - The Department of University Police and Safety changed to report directly to the Vice Chancellor for Financial Affairs rather than to Physical Plant due to a new emphasis placed on service and safety activities - Programs of the Division of General and Technical Studies integrated into existing Purdue University and Indiana University programs with the added "two-plus-two" option for graduates of two -year programs wishing to complete a four-year program - Continuing Education credit and noncredit functions separated, and new emphasis placed on Continuing Education's responsibility to be self supporting and to contribute to the general fund - Continuing Education relocated at IPFW's Barr Street campus - Weekend College inaugurated in 1979 with per/semester enrollments reaching 1,318 students (3,852 credit hours) in 73 sections in Fall 1981 - Indiana University and Purdue University faculty at IPFW united under a new constitution and a single senate - The Bulletin, the Handbook Supplement for Faculty, and the IPFW organizational chart completely rewritten and redesigned for the first time in many years - New IPFW publications: Intercom, IPFW: A Prospectus, Research Publications and Creative Works, A Walking Tour, Together, and Emergency Policies and Procedures - IPFW acquired cable channel 23 - An agreement reached for the transfer of radio station WIPU-FM from IPFW to PBNI - New centers and institutes: Center for Global Studies, the Institute of Government Finance, the Center for Economic Education, and the Community Research Institute - Plans well underway for establishing a liaison between IPFW and groups involved in Fort Wayne's economic development, including Fort Wayne Leadership Council, and Northeast Indiana Expedited Arbitration Procedure (NIEAP) - Two new buildings substantially completed: The Athletic Center and the Classroom, Laboratory, and Office Building - The Plan for Establishing Development Priorities approved and enacted - Plans for a campaign to establish an endowment for the Helmke Library approved - An annual giving program established - Many gifts received to enhance the campus, including the Friends' carillon, the new Distinguished Alumni Room, the Par-course, labor and materials for new soccer and baseball fields, and major equipment for academic programs - Budget decentralized, with increased budgetary authority granted to academic administrators - The IPFW mission statement completely revised - Transportation made available to faculty on a weekly basis, to Bloomington and West Lafayette for research and other university-related business - Affirmative-action report shows progress being made in the hiring of women and minorities - Program of performance evaluations initiated in Financial Affairs - Central word-processing and editing services provided for faculty and staff - Several university publications enhanced through word-processing, including the Bulletin, the Faculty & Staff Directory, and the Schedule of Classes - Information kiosks and new signs installed and other improvements to buildings and grounds made by Physical Plant - A task force appointed to develop an admissions marketing plan for the campus - Enrollments at IPFW increased steadily over past four years, culminating in a record Fall 1981 enrollment of 10,383 students for 88,580 credit hours - Council for Computer Policy established to coordinate planning, development, acquisition, and use of computers on campus - Added a management software package to the IBM 370/138 computer to better utilize this computer's capacity - Recent purchase and installation of VAX 11/780 for faculty and student use provided new campus interactive capacity, significantly improved computer capabilities and sophisticated teaching resources - Project to link major academic facilities with IPFW Computing and Data Processing Center progressed - Auto-trol software package acquired so Manufacturing Technology students can gain first-hand computer-aided design experience - A link with the Purdue University administrative data processing system planned to complement the link already established with Indiana University - Twenty new VT-100 terminals dedicated to student use; faculty terminal access and dedicated workspace increased - Over 13,000 individuals now holding degrees earned at IPFW
These milestones have come about through the cooperative efforts of many, many people. Thanks to you all. I look forward to another good year of working with you for the benefit of those we serve. - Chancellor Joseph P. Giusti
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Vol. II, No. 7 January 1982
Intercom is published monthly by information services, office of university relations, Room 111, Kettler Hall, Indiana University-Purdue University at Fort Wayne (IPFW), 2101 Coliseum Boulevard East, Fort Wayne, Indiana 46805. Director, University Relations, Judith Clinton; Executive Editor, Ann Colbert; Editor, Amy McVay; Calendar, Lorane Hamblin; Contributing Editor, Steve Hollander; Photographs: Ann Colbert, Gabriel DeLobbe, Learning Resource Center, Amy McVay.
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Community outreach challenge for Bickley
spotlight on staff
When Carl Bickley began working with the Division of General and Technical Studies with a dusty, empty building and no faculty or students, a lot of people told him it simply wouldn't work. But Bickley jumped at the challenge, and at its peak in 1978-79, DGTS had more than 1,200 students. In his new role as executive director of community outreach and development, Bickley faces the same sort of challenge. Though a tough economy may make raising money more difficult, Bickley asserted that developing a good team, as with the DGTS project, will result in successful campaigns for the university. "Even in economically tough times, people will put money and materials where they feel there are great needs," stated Bickley. "Our job will be to convince the foundations, corporations, businesses, industry, community leaders, university personnel, and all friends of IPFW that there is a cause and needs are great." Helping Bickley in the development function is Wade Frederick, his former DGTS assistant and current assistant director, community outreach. Frederick is responsible for advising DGTS students who are being integrated into other university programs during this transition year. The first project under discussion for the development team, said Bickley, is a library endowment campaign. "Inflation is outpacing the library's ability to purchase books and related materials," he said. "It is crucial that IPFW do something." An annual giving program, involving individuals both on-campus and off-campus, is being considered, stated Bickley. "Internal giving will become very important so that we can show the community we can first help ourselves," Bickley commented. "We want to be aggressive and bring in as much private support as possible within the framework of the two university systems." Bickley is familiar with IPFW as he is a campus veteran, first working here with the formation of DGTS in the mid 1960s. In 1976, he was named coordinator, community outreach, which is currently the administrative umbrella over continuing education, transitional studies, extended studies, and labor studies. "I really enjoy being in community outreach because it may be the area where the most university growth happens in the next few years," Bickley commented. "Through community outreach, many people can learn about the university. It is very exciting for me to try and help the campus through the avenues of the community." Bickley has a bachelor of science degree in history from Indiana State University and his master of science and doctorate degree in educational administration from Indiana University. He and his wife, Betty, a teacher in Garrett, have three sons. Bickley's wife and children all have ties to the IPFW campus. Betty has a bachelor of arts and a master of science degree from this campus, and oldest son Paul is a graduate. Sons Bruce and James are currently IPFW students. Bickley served two tours of duty in the military and is the recipient of the Bronze Star, Combat Infantrymen's Badge, and three Battle Stars in Korea. He is a member of St. Joseph United Methodist Church, the Masonic Home Lodge and Scottish Rite, the Shrine, and the Fort Wayne Rotary Club. Carl Bickley
Computer degree added to weekend offerings
The department of computer technology is actively doing something to keep up with rapid technological changes and the influx of people into the computer field, according to Jagdish Agrawal, department chair and associate professor of computer technology. Computer students can now complete an associate degree in computer technology on weekends. All computer courses and supplemental electives needed to complete the degree are available in Weekend College courses, says Agrawal. The associate-degree program in computer technology requires 64 credits, and will take the average student ten weekend-semesters to complete, estimated Agrawal. Eight weekend computer courses were offered this spring semester in addition to required supplemental courses in English and mathematical sciences. Although most of the people in computer courses are traditional students right out of high school, Agrawal said that many are nontraditional students seeking professional development or a new career path. The number of computer students has been rising steadily for several semesters, Agrawal added, which is indicative of the nationwide trend. "The computer revolution really took place in the 1950s, but in this decade we're all finally becoming aware of the tremendous need for computer knowledge," he said. Bette Worley, director, Weekend College, has been instrumental, according to Agrawal, in facilitating this weekend degree program. "There seems to be a lot of interest in this associate-degree program," she commented, reflecting on several recent computer information sessions. "Our statistics indicate that the enrollments in the courses offered this spring are very good." Courses for the bachelor of science degree and the associate of applied science degree in computer technology are also offered by the department during the week.
'Focus on Health' scheduled for Feb. 25, says Burrows
focus on faculty
IPFW will be a participant in "Focus on Health 1982" on Feb. 25 in the Walb Ballroom, announced Dorothy Burrows, assistant professor of nursing, and campus chair for the event. The nursing faculty and some nursing students will be offering basic health screening services to the campus as a part of the Channel 21-American Red Cross-sponsored event. Burrows, a nursing faculty member since 1970, likes to be involved with such community-oriented programs as "Focus on Health," because "I believe it is the responsibility of a nurse to work with community health, and I really enjoy it. "Nursing is very interested in getting other departments to participate in Focus on Health," added Burrows. Teaching nursing was a natural progression for Burrows after a health career in psychiatric nursing and home care services. "At the time, I wanted to set some long-term goals for my career, and teaching seemed to fit right into my future plans," she said. "I thought then, and still believe, that nursing education is a good way to influence the profession." The then-associate faculty member began work on a master's degree in education from IPFW which she completed in 1975. In 1976, Burrows became a full-time member of the nursing faculty. "I sincerely enjoy teaching at IPFW because nursing students, for the most part, are reliable and make quite an effort. Many of our students battle tremendous odds to complete their education and I admire that." "Teaching nursing for me has been the best of both worlds: the chance to work on a university campus, and the chance to work with students in a clinical setting," she asserted. In addition to fulling teaching responsibilities in the associate degree nursing programs, Burrows serves as president of the District Nurses Association, a local branch of the Indiana Nurses Association, a group concerned with professional issues in nursing. She received her undergraduate degree in nursing from the University of Michigan. Dorothy Burrows
ON THE RUN - IPFW's message was seen all over the city recently during a bus advertising campaign.
February
Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday
1 Women's Studies seminar, "Self-help Health Care for Women," Walb 224, 7:30 p.m.
2 *Women's basketball, Manchester College at IPFW, Athletic Center, 6 p.m.
3 *Men's basketball, IPFW at St. Joseph's College, 8:30 p.m.
4 Soc/Anthro Forum, "Pepe's Family: A Film on Rural Underdevelopment in Spain," Walb 112, noon; *PIT, "Uncommon Women and others," 8 p.m.
5 *Dinner Theatre of Opera and Musicals, Walb ballroom, 6:30 p.m.; *PIT, "Uncommon Women and others," 8 p.m.
6 *PIT, "Uncommon Women and others," 8 p.m.; *Dinner Theatre of Opera and Musicals, Walb ballroom, 6:30 p.m.; *men's basketball at Oakland University, 2:30 p.m.
7 *Dinner Theatre of Opera and Musicals, Walb ballroom, 1:30 p.m.
8 Women's Studies, "The Black Family Unit," Walb 224, noon; *women's basketball at Indiana Tech, 5:30 p.m.
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10 Class of 1982 placement breakfast, Walb 224, 7:30 a.m.; *men's basketball, DePauw University at IPFW, Athletic Center, 7:30 p.m.
11 Soc/Anthro Forum, "Your Right to Breathe: The Politics of the Clear Air Act," Walb 112, noon; *PIT, "Uncommon Women and others," 8 p.m.; *women's basketball at Valparaiso University, 6 p.m.
12 SUBOG presents Irving R. Levine, news correspondent, Walb ballroom, 8 p.m.; *PIT, "Uncommon Women and others," 8 p.m.
13 *PIT, "Uncommon Women and others," 8 p.m.; *SUBOG movie double feature, "For Your Eyes Only," & "On His Majesty's Secret Service," Walb ballroom, 7 & 10 p.m.; *men's basketball at Aquinas College, 7:30 p.m.; *women's basketball at Purdue-Calumet, 2 p.m.
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15 Black Collegian Caucus, "Black History and the Civil Rights Movement of the 60's," Dr. Louis Cantor, Walb 224, 7 p.m.; *women's basketball at Tri-State University, 5 p.m.
16 *Men's basketball, Marion College at IPFW, Athletic Center, 7:30 p.m.
17 *Women's basketball at Grace College, 6:30 p.m.
18 Soc/Anthro Forum, "What Do Socio Linguists Do?" Walb 112, noon
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20 *SUBOG movie, "Raging Bull," Walb ballroom, 7 & 10 p.m.; Faculty Recital, Tony Adessa, violin, Neff Recital Hall, 8 p.m.; *men's basketball, Indiana Tech at IPFW, Athletic Center, 2:30 p.m.; *women's basketball, Goshen College at IPFW, Athletic Center, 6:30 p.m.
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22 Women's Studies, "Alternative Feminist Ideologies," Walb 224, 7:30 p.m.; State and Peace Oratory Preliminaries, Walb Memorial Union, 7 p.m.
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25 MSBA Alumni luncheon, Walb 224, 11:45 a.m.; Soc/Anthro Forum, "Global Studies: The Perspective and the Program," Walb 112, noon; *women's basketball at Northern District Tournament, TBA
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27 IU basketball trip to Ann Arbor, Michigan; *SUBOG movie, "Fiddler on the Roof," Walb ballroom, 7 & 10 p.m.; Sitar Recital, guest artist, Neff Recital Hall, 8 p.m.; *women's basketball at Northern District Tournament, TBA
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