Be sure to mark your calendar for your 5th Reunion Celebration at Homecoming Weekend-October 14-16, 2005.

Diana (Coulson) Brown received her master's degree in psychology from Millersville University and is a first year student at Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine pursuing her doctorate in clinical psychology. Diana was also promoted to site coordinator of the Keystone Service Systems' Upper Dauphin Family Preservation Program.

Andrew P. Mercer obtained a master's degree in business administration from Hood College in Frederick, Md. in January 2004.

Matthew G. Shaffer was promoted to the coordinator of Residence Life 1 at the Pennsylvania College of Technology. His new tasks include summer conferences, student judicial tracking, and duties as the acting director when needed.

Matthew C. Smith was recently awarded the doctor of optometry degree during the 88th commencement of the Pennsylvania College of Optometry, Philadelphia, Pa.

Rani K. Vasudeua is pursuing a doctorate in neuroscience at Drexel University, Philadelphia, Pa.

Tyler J. Wright was recently awarded the doctor of optometry degree during the 88th commencement of the Pennsylvania College of Optometry, Philadelphia, Pa. Tyler and wife Julie (Harrison) '99 reside in Lancaster, Pa.

Sean M. Collins has been working on an environmental cleanup that has taken him from New Jersey to Florida, Rhode Island to Missouri, and Japan.

Michele R. De La Fuente graduated from the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey and received her doctorate in physical therapy. She and finance_ Edward Pierry moved to Coral Springs, Fla., where Michele works as a physical therapist. Juniata alumni who attended her graduation party were: Michele R. De La Fuente '01, Edward Pierry (row 2, l-r) Melanie R. Goodman '99, Kellie M. Martin '02, Jamie M. Irish '02, Cynthia M. Sokolowski '01, Colleen S. Cassidy '02, Nicole A. Iazzetta '03 Kristin L. Stiles '02, Courtney L. Wilson '02, Pamella P. Michael '03, Melissa R. Sox '00, Carla A. O'Brien '01, Ashley M. Clark '03, David M. De La Fuente '97, and Scotty Kyzer '01. In attendance but not pictured were Michelle (Sinn) Marshall '01, Mark S. Marshall '00, Michael K. Kozup '02, and Jessica K. Rock '02.

Hillary D. Della Penna completed her master's degree at the University of Pittsburgh Graduate School of Library and Information Science in August 2002. She is in her third year as the library media specialist and head softball coach at East Amwell Township School in Ringoes, N.J.

Branden S. Diehl received the Commander's Award for Public Service. Branden was awarded this honor for his exceptional public service to the 99th Regional Readiness Command from October to December 2003. He worked with Lt. Col. Lusari, 99th Regional Readiness Command (RRC) Unit Training Chief, to utilize his property for the 99th RRC Gun Track Alley Training/ Initiative in order to provide convoy operations training to soldiers deploying to Iraq.

Heather R. Diehl graduated from the Medieval Institute at Western Michigan University in April 2004 with a master's degree in medieval studies. Heather was accepted into the doctorate program in English at St. Louis University where she began her studies in September 2004.

Derek J. Elensky graduated from Duquesne University School of Law June 6, 2004. He is a member of American Bar Association, Law Student Division.

Andrew T. Fabian earned his master's degree in library studies from Clarion University, Clarion, Pa. on May 8, 2004.

Travis P. Frenay resides in New South Wales, Australia where he holds a management position with The Outdoor Education Group, a not-for-profit organization that leads school groups into the Australian bush on adventure and education trips. Travis, as a leader of expeditions, designs and sets up the programs. Travis says, “It has taken weeks of rigorous training to obtain all of the certifications that are needed to become a qualified guide, but having a Juniata College bachelor's degree in environmental science is what got my foot in the door.” He invites friends and colleagues to view the company Web site at www.oeg.net.au.

Heather S. Galbraith was awarded the 2003 Provost's Graduate Teaching Assistant Award from the University of Oklahoma in April 2004. She received her master's degree in ecology in the spring of 2004 and is currently pursuing a doctorate degree from the University of Oklahoma where she teaches zoology.

Deborah A. Hess completed a master's degree in occupational therapy at the University of Puget Sound. She started a hike on the Appalachian Trail in April 2004 with Jared M. Harbaugh '00.

Elizabeth J. (Keebaugh) Homistek is a graduate student at the school of communication at Shippensburg University, Shippensburg, Pa. She is in her second year directing high school senior dramatic plays.

Ann M. E. Margrave is pursuing a doctorate degree in chiropractic medicine at Palmer College of Chiropractic, Davenport, Iowa.

Wossenyelesh (Wossie) Mazengia earned the Thomas R. Pickering Graduate Foreign Affairs Fellowship, sponsored by the Woodrow Wilson National Foundation and funded by the U.S. Department of State. The fellowship will pay for all of graduate school. Wossie will do two internships with the State Department over the next two summers and then have a 3 1/2 year obligation as a Foreign Service Officer in the State Department. She has chosen Syracuse University for graduate school, where she will pursue a master's degree in public administration and a master's degree in international relations.

Megan N. McGinnis is pursuing her master's degree in literacy education at the Indiana University of Pennsylvania. She is a fourth grade communications teacher at United School District in Indiana County, Indiana, Pa.

Christy L. Patterson earned a master's degree in counseling from Edinboro University, Edinboro, Pa. in May 2004.

Jill K. Danks earned a master's degree in chemistry from the Johns Hopkins University May 17, 2004.

Heather R. Doyle is an admissions counselor at Juniata College. She recruits in New York City, Long Island, and other areas in upstate New York. She is also responsible for minority recruitment.

Kathleen (Minor) Guglielmone graduated from the Catholic University of America, Washington D.C. in May 2003 with a bachelor's degree in nursing.

Ryan R. Miller was accepted to the Johns Hopkins School of Advanced International Studies in Washington, D.C. He began work on his master's degree in European affairs in the fall 2004. Ryan is spending his first semester abroad at Johns Hopkins University's European campus in Bologna, Italy.

Kristen N. Fallen was named First-Year Teacher of the Year by Osceola School District in Kissimmee, Fla. She teaches third grade, and attributes much of her success to Juniata College.

Minori Matsuda is a study abroad counselor for Wish International Inc. in Tokyo, Japan. She helps students who wish to go abroad research schools based on several different criteria. She also communicates with them via e-mail to answer questions during their stay abroad. Minori welcomes contacts and questions from fellow alums visiting Japan.

Megan E. McElroy began working on her master's degree in urban planning at the University of Maryland in September 2004. She also works at the University's Center for Smart Growth.

Breezy (Heggenstaller) Moyer is a student in the Indiana University School of Optometry doctor of optometry program. She is a member of Voluntary Optometric Students for Humanity (VOSH). The main purpose of the club is a service trip to Mexico where they give eye exams and donated glasses to the indigent population. To learn more about the club visit www.opt.indiana.edu/students/ org/vosh.htm. Breezy lives in Bloomington, Ind. with husband Jon.

Kylee K. North recently undertook a Church of the Brethren Volunteer Service (BVS) assignment with Quaker College in Belfast, Ireland. She is working at a L'arche community, which provides living and working environments for developmentally disabled adults.

James P. Gartrell accepted a position with Digital Solutions Inc., Altoona, Pa. Ryan M. Krischer accepted a job with Lincoln Financial, Hartford, Conn., in their Professional Leadership Development Program. He will work with a product called Money Guard, and then move on to a new assignment and location every year for three years.

Lori K. Lane is pursuing a master's degree in American Studies at Penn State-Harrisburg.

Ian C. Palonis moved to Lille, France in Sept. 2004 and is as an English teaching assistant at a middle school in Denain. He will remain there until June 2005, when he will be leaving for Africa with the Peace Corps. His assignment is not certain, but he will be teaching math in French-speaking countries.