Valpo alumni are doing amazing things across the country and around the world — in their professional and personal lives. They’re leading industries, contributing knowledge, and serving in a multitude of ways. These class notes offer a glimpse into their activities, accomplishments, and milestones. If you have news to share with your fellow Valpo alumni, please share it below.
Published Fall/Winter 2017
Elisabeth “Beth” Dey Wheeler
Elisabeth “Beth” Dey ’63 Wheeler has discovered hiking and backpacking. Beth has hiked the Arizona National Scenic Trail from Mexico to Utah. In summer 2017, she hiked 300 miles of the Colorado Trail. And, in September, she backpacked 240 miles of the John Muir Trail from Yosemite Valley to Mt. Whitney, climbing 11 passes over 11,000 feet.
Faye McCall Pyatt
Faye McCall ’63 Pyatt retired from a career teaching Spanish several years ago. Faye resides in Belle Vista, Arkansas, and is involved in many volunteer activities. She has a released service dog, now a certified therapy dog, named Dwayne. Faye and Dwayne spend about 25 hours per week visiting many locations, including nursing homes and assisted living facilities. They even spend hours at the library reading to children, who are mostly autistic. The dynamic duo has been spreading joy for the past five years.
Published Summer 2015
Roberta Brockschmidt
After 39 years together, Roberta Brockschmidt ’63 and Sharon Gilligan were married on July 12, 2013, in Ukiah, Calif.