My book, The Bible on Leadership, was published by the American Management Association in 2002 and has since been translated into Spanish, Korean, Chinese, Vietnamese and now Portuguese. Its premise is that our modern leaders would lead more effectively if they followed biblical principles like honesty, humility and purpose.

I am a management trainer and executive coach at the New York Power Authority and also maintain a private practice in psychotherapy in Westchester County, New York.

Classmates can email me at woolfedad – at – aol.com.

Helen F. Bidol recently accepted the position of director of human resources for Wallace, Roberts & Todd, LLC (WRT) in Philadelphia. Founded in 1963, WRT is a sustainability-focused collaborative interdisciplinary firm of planners, urban designers, landscape architects and architects, with offices in several states and a website at www.wrtdesign.com. Prior to WRT, Helen was manager, hr services at Groundwater & Environmental Services, Inc. in Brighton, Mich., and provided HR support at Knight Ridder Shared Services, Inc. in Miami, Fla. She is a member of the Society for Human Resource Management, and has had her Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) certification since 1999. She was a charter member of the Livingston Area Human Resources Association, and served on their board of directors from 2006-2007.

Thomas D. Wilkerson has been awarded the 2007 Utah Governor’s Medal for Science and Technology, in recognition of his contributions to science, technology, and the State of Utah. Wilkerson began his research career as a Math & Physics undergraduate and graduate student at Ann Arbor, 1949-1962, and continues his research programs at Utah State University. He is Prof. Emeritus at University of Maryland where he was a faculty member for 34 years (1961-1995).

Shank’s research focuses on fluidity in population and territory, the two central components of sovereignty. She is the author of “Immigration and the Politics of American Sovereignty, 1890-1990,” as well as articles on tourism, anti-immigration movements, and international organizations. Shanks teaches Law and Rights in International Politics, International Law, Genocide, Exile and Famine; and Ethics and Interests in International Politics. She received her B.A. from the University of California at Santa Cruz in 1983 and her Ph.D. from the University of Michigan at Ann Arbor in 1988.

Merrill’s research focuses on 20th century American politics and political economy, the American West, and environmental history. She is the author of “Public Lands and Political Meaning: Ranchers, the Government, and the Property Between Them,” and “The Oil Crisis.” She also is the editor of “The Modern Worlds of Business and Industry: Cultures, Technology, Labor.” Her work has appeared in the Journal of Urban History, and the Western Historical Quarterly. She has taught Westward Expansion in American History, United States from Appomattox to AOL, 1865-Present, and the History of Oil, among other courses. She received her B.A. from Oberlin College in 1986, her M.A. from the University of Denver in 1988, and her Ph.D. in history from the University of Michigan in 1994. She is presently dean at Williams College.

I am a local stay at home mom who has ventured into new territory. I have self published a book titled Everyday Signs for the Newborn Baby, it is one of those books that many people who read it do say, I wish I had this when I was teaching my child American Sign Language. Honestly, to my own surprise while I was creating this book, along with the other 11 in the series, I kept on thinking to myself – why isn’t there a book like this out there? Now I don’t have to think that anymore and parent now have a tremendously easy book to read to their child and learn a theme related American Signs.

I am sure many readers will be sure to enjoy this new book; because it is FRESH! This book has dual purpose to not only maximize the child’s overall development but strengthen the family bonding in what is so important during times of stress and challenge. The original conception of this book was to teach the sleep deprived parent a language that their child will use before they can speak. It has since developed into a cuddle and read with your young pre-schooler, it has also become a favorite to new readers, who love the idea of learning American Sign Language “on their own”, it has found its way towards families who need a non stressful starting point to learn a few key signs to get by during a very tough situation is their lives that has left someone impaired. Just check out what is currently out there – no one has a literacy based book, no one has a story with open the flap signs, no one has the interior flap designated for word recognition – it was really educationally driven, (can you tell a teacher wrote this) it amazes me that I came up with a book that incorporated so many learning opportunities! My craft or outlet, was inspired by own children and the lack of finding this kind of resource that can grow with educating a child.

As I stated earlier, I am a stay at home mom, who was laid off from the world of technology to enjoy the lifestyle of one income and raising of many children. Prior to that field, I taught elementary education with the degree I received from University of Michigan. My life now as a “mompreneur” has taught me that my children have changed me for the better, and just parenting does have its rewards!

Darci E. McConnell, president and CEO of Detroit-based PR and marketing firm McConnell Communications, Inc. recently completed an intense, 7-day business program at the prestigious Dartmouth University’s Tuck School of Business in Hanover, NH.
McConnell was selected for the exclusive executive education program along with 31 other bright and upcoming businesses from across the country to focus on “How to Build a High Performing Business.” From December 2 through December 7th, McConnell attended day-long classes in accounting, business development and marketing.

At Northern Illinois University I’ve been promoted to Associate Provost for International Programs.

Motorola’s Dan Gamota is among the 295 members named to the 2008 class of IEEE Fellows. He is recognized for leadership in nanotechnology based printed electronic products both within IEEE and the technology industry.

Dan is recognized internationally as a technical leader having demonstrated the ability to develop and transfer advanced microelectronics materials and assembly technologies into commercial products–and, more recently, for his leadership in establishing the emerging printed electronics field chairing initiatives to support the printed electronics ecosystem (roadmaps, standards, industry associations).

The Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) Fellows are an elite group selected from a global pool following a rigorous evaluation procedure. The designation recognizes unusual distinction and extraordinary accomplishment. With the continued emergence of advanced electrical and electronic technologies, the IEEE looks to its Fellows for guidance and leadership.