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Academy Alumni in the News |
Bob Turton ’01 (pictured) is directing the comedic play “Can't Pay? Don't Pay!” in Los Angeles. One review notes: “The play is a political satire written in the style of commedia del’arte, invoking broad character archetypes and extreme physicality — which director Bob Turton handles expertly, finding many moments of zaniness and comedic flow. Turton keeps things moving at an unrelenting, break-neck speed throughout, which is exhausting but also necessary for the play’s comedic action.” You can read the LA Times review detailing how and why Tim Robbins entrusted Bob with the Actors’ Gang return to in-person theatre in this month's press clips. Also included are alumni Brian Brooks ’87, Michael Corey ’01, John Michael Hilsheimer ’12, Jim Friedman ’68, Jim Merkel ’92 and the late Ben Sippel ’98, as well as obituaries for John Morton Bobb III ’59 and Robert W. H. Monsarrat Jr. ’66.
Did you know “Alumni in the News” is consistently the most read section of the Alumni Newsletter? We want to hear from you! If you have clips that you have authored or where you are featured (either in print or on the web), please pass them along for future issues. Press clippings can be sent to Director of Alumni Relations Melissa Clarke Beckett at beckettm@columbusacademy.org.
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Remembering Pat Eisenberger |
We are saddened to share that former faculty member Patricia H. Eisenberger passed on February 26, 2022. Pat was the Upper School Librarian from 1980 to her retirement in 1999.
Pat received her Bachelor of Science in Education from Ohio Dominican College with a specialization in Library Science. Prior to coming to Columbus Academy, Pat served as the Media Specialist at Johnson Park Junior High. Both an experienced librarian and committed educator, Pat served as a member on the Board of Trustees of the Bexley Public Library, the Women’s Board of Children’s Hospital, the League of Women Voters and The Ohio Association of School Librarians. The 1999 Caravel editors wrote: “Without her cheerful service, we would all be unprepared to face the librarial challenges past the gates of Academy.”
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All Day 4 CA on April 20-21 |
The excitement is building for next week’s All Day 4 CA, April 20-21. To encourage Vikings everywhere to join in, ten alumni and school families are offering the largest collection of matching funds ever — $118,000 — to kick off the day! Stay tuned to learn more about the impact of your Annual Fund gift for Academy’s arts and athletics programs, faculty and their continuous innovation, and tuition assistance for families.
We will be celebrating alumni this year with a shoutout for the class in each decade with the greatest number of donors at the end of the event. Additionally, reunion classes (2’s and 7’s) with the highest percent participation will win a cash prize to support their class gathering during Alumni Weekend (1st Place $300, 2nd Place $200, 3rd Place $100).
Look for an email on Wednesday, April 20, at 10:00 a.m. EDT with the link to the special 25-hour giving day donation site where you can support, watch your class’ progress, and share your Viking spirit #AllDay4CA. Thank you!
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Engaging Alumni Volunteer Opportunity |
Alumni are invited to help with a fun and exciting middle school project. Laura Miller’s eighth grade class will be conducting its annual Cold War Mock Trials on Wednesday, May 18. Laura, who serves as the Rainey S. Taylor Chair in History, is looking for alumni to come to campus to serve as judges.
The event consists of three one-hour trials. Volunteers can judge all three trials, two trials or just one trial. Trial 1 will take place from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m., Trial 2 from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. and Trial 3 from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. Lunch will be provided between Trial 2 and Trial 3.
There is no need to prepare or research the history of Cold War events prior to participating as the judging should be based on the students’ presentations. More details about the trials and judging criteria will be shared with alumni volunteers.
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Alumni Gathering in New York City on May 2 |
Whether you call New York City home or are just visiting The Big Apple, all alumni are invited to the Skyroom at the New Museum (235 Bowery, New York, NY 10002) on Monday, May 2, from 6:30-8:30 p.m. for an evening of food, fun and Academy fellowship.
Enjoy stunning, panoramic views of the Manhattan skyline while hearing from Dr. Pascal Losambe, a member of the Diversity and Community Life Office. During his presentation, Pascal will share insights about the key experiences created by our faculty, staff and coaches to help students grow and thrive both inside and outside of the classroom. Filled with videos featuring student voices and their first-hand perspectives, this interactive presentation is sure to fill you with pride for your alma mater.
RSVP to Director of Alumni Relations Melissa Clarke Beckett at alumni@columbusacademy.org or 614-509-2290. Significant others or partners are welcome to attend.
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Join Us for Anne Horton’s Retirement Party on May 14
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We hope you will join us — in person or from afar — to celebrate Coach Anne Horton as she heads into a well-deserved retirement.
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Saturday, May 14, 2022
5:00-7:30 p.m.
Dining Hall at Columbus Academy
A brief recognition program is planned for 5:30 p.m.
Heavy hors d'oeuvres, beer, wine and non-alcoholic beverages will be served
Sports Banquet Attire
Whether or not you are able to attend the party, everyone is encouraged to share a favorite memory or message with Coach Horton. Click here to write a favorite memory or note of congratulations and/or share a photo using Boombox (deadline April 18). Please include your name and class year with the note.
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Join Us on May 23 for an Alumni Networking Reception |
Join us for an Alumni Networking Reception on Monday, May 23, from 6:00-8:00 p.m. at Columbus Academy. Take advantage of the opportunity to network with fellow CA graduates, enjoy heavy hors d'oeuvres and drinks as well as learn from two young alumni who have excelled in their professions.
During the event Michael Corey ’01, Executive Director at the Human Service Chamber of Franklin County, will be honored with the 2020 Young Alumni Award. Additionally, Ryan Williams ’08, CEO and Co-Founder at Jopwell, will receive the 2022 Young Alumni Award.
The event will be moderated by Patti Zettler ’98, associate professor at The Ohio State University Moritz College of Law. Patti will facilitate a conversation between Michael and Ryan as they discuss the future of work and community building in a post-Covid world.
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Head of School Melissa Soderberg recently announced that alumnus Brent Halsey ’02 will return to his alma mater as Columbus Academy’s new Director of Technology and Academy parent Karla Crucke has been hired as Assistant Director of College Counseling. Brent will begin to take over the reins from his former mentor Sean Cullinan, who will leave in June after working in and leading the school’s technology office for the past 25 years. Karla, meanwhile, has begun transitioning into a college counseling role that is being vacated at the end of this school year by Jon Wagshul.
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Check out this photo of our varsity boys and girls lacrosse coaches from the recent wedding of Victoria Foreman ’07 (right) in Sarasota, Florida! Derek Lichtfuss (left) was attending with his wife, Academy alumna Katie Ricart Lichtfuss ’07, a classmate of Victoria’s who sent us this shot. Victoria married Tomos Mughan, and they will honeymoon in Japan later this year. Victoria’s first victory as a head coach came in dramatic fashion last Thursday when her Vikings came back from an early 4-0 deficit to beat archrival Bexley 15-12. Our boys, meanwhile, are off to a 5-0 start and are the state’s top-ranked Division II team. They are led by Derek, last year's Division II Coach of the Year, and All-American senior Zach White, who shattered the state scoring record last spring on his way to earning Division II Player-of-the-Year honors.
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Director of Athletics Jason Singleton announced two high-profile hirings in his department recently: Jacque DeMarco will be our new Assistant Director of Athletics for Middle and Upper School Sports and Columbus Academy’s varsity field hockey head coach, and Brian Stutzman has been promoted to varsity head coach within our girls soccer program.
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Send In Your Class Notes
We love keeping in touch with our alumni, and we want to hear all of your latest news. Here are some of the updates we are looking for:
New family additions
Big moves
New jobs
New schools, titles or degrees
Exciting trips or accomplishments
General updates
Engagements/Marriages
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