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Arts Rolla Board of Directors for 2010/2011 Carol Bennett Carol is a retired kindergarten teacher, supporter of the arts and artists and collector of local artwork. Carol has been involved with Arts Rolla for many years and has served on the Board of Directors at various times throughout the last 9 years. Carol co-chairs our monthly opening art exhibit receptions. Carol also is a vital part of our Children's art events. Jerry Cohen, Ph.D Jerry is a professor of Russian and German with a research specialty in etymology, especially of British and American slang at the Missouri University of Science and Technology. He extensive work on word origins includes many terms with at least some connection to the arts (e.g. "jazz"). He writes a brief item weekly for the Missouri S&T student newspaper and shares the results of his research with a broader audience. Jerry continues to be an important part of the leadership for the literary programs offered by Arts Rolla. He serves as the Vice-President of Arts Rolla. He has been integral in fostering a productive relationship between Arts Rolla and the university. Jerry Greenway Jerry is retired from the Missouri University of Science and Technology and has taught courses in Packaging, Marketing, Food Science and Engineering. He entered The Unilever Employee's Art Show and won 1st prize in Oils for a Sunflower painted over a large knot on a burlap feed sack. The judge of the show haughtily commented "that the artist is a "Primitif". Jerry phoned his wife, Marilyn and asked if he should accept the offer of $25.00 for his art, while she was busily feeding their then young daughter. Marilyn stated, "Take the money and run." His other non-prize winning work sold for $35.00. Jerry enjoys exercising at The Centre and spending time with his wife, Marilyn and their family. Marilyn Greenway Marilyn has been a realtor in Rolla for 15+ years. She has always enjoyed living and working in Rolla. She is married to Jerry Greenway and they have two married children and three grandsons. Marilyn is active in many organizations in Rolla. She has also been an active member of Arts Rolla and a member for many years. Colleen Kelley Colleen was born in Clovis, New Mexico and raised in Iowa. After completing high school she joined the U.S. Army and served with the Military Intelligence as an Image Interpreter. While serving at Fort Huachuca, AZ, she met her future husband, Curtis. After completing her tour of duty they were married. The Kelleys went from one assignment to the next, both stateside and Europe. Upon retirement, Colleen and her family selected Rolla to be their home. Rolla was chosen because of its small town atmosphere, friendly people and because of the Blue Ribbon schools. Colleen is a self-taught artist who just recently began to publicly share her work. Presently she enjoys working with pastels and acrylics and has recently ventured into china painting. Hre interest in art has led her to other art lovers which has grown into new friendships. She is a member of Local Color, Arts Rolla, Springfield Regional Art Counciland The St. Louis Guild. When not taking care of her family or working at the Rolla Middle School, she fills her free time by painting, reading, shopping, taking long walks, playing with the family's 4 dogs and above all laughing. If one were to ask her what her priorities are she would say they are faith, family, country, service and art. Leah Pagel Leah Pagel has had extensive experience with non-profit organizations in Rolla, MO. She has been an active volunteer for Arts Rolla and between 2003-2005 was the Administrative Assistance for the organization. She has supported membership drives, events and programming. She has served on the ABLE Commission as a Board Member in 2005-2006 to help raise funding for the organization. Leah has worked in marketing and has served as the Executive Assistant for the owner of Brewer Science from 1982 to 1999. Barbara Pearcy As an event coordinator, Barbara organized the marketing, speaker forums, meals, participant packages, etc. for lawyer and physician conferences. She also worked as a buyer for a sporting goods manufacturer and purchasing agent for an airplane landing gear manufacturer. Prior to joining Arts Rolla she had a leadership role in organizing Arts Rolla's first Holiday Wine Tasting Festival. She has lead and encouraged volunteers to assist with the Arts Rolla Music Festival and is the coordinator for pre-concert food and logistics for the Jacques Thibaud String Trio concert. Barbara actively markets Arts Rolla to the regional business community. As a marketing professional she investigates and facilitates opportunities to help businesses recognize the value of original art created by local artists. Jan Roberts Jan has lived in Rolla for 20 years with her husband and three children. She is a former school teacher and is an artist. Jan has been the Arts Rolla recording Secretary for the past 3 years. Jan serves as our Show Facilitator. Through her leadership upcoming exhibits are scheduled and installed. Jan provides positive encouragement to local artists and has developed a reputation for finding new artists and bringing outstanding exhibits to our region. FJ Taylor FJ is very active in Arts Rolla and is an artist. He has been extremely active in Arts Rolla and has been a volunteer since 2004. Currently FJ is serving as the Treasurer for the organization. As the former owner of Taylor Engineering in Scottsdale, AZ, he brings a vast amount of business skill and insight to the organization. FJ and his wife, artist Pat Taylor serve as leaders of the art program at Fort Leonard Wood for the Wounded Warrior Transition Unit. This program has touched lives and made a positive impact in the lives of soldiers and their families. FJ serves as the editor for the Arts Rolla newsletter, "Showcase". Loretta Wallis, MBA Loretta has served as the President of Arts Rolla since 2006 and has worked to increase the visibility of the organization in the region. She has focused on marketing the organization through the media and website. She is the Global Relations Manager for Brewer Science in Rolla, MO. In addition to her work on the Arts Rolla board of directors, Loretta also is the Program & Education Chair for the Greater Ozarks International Trade Association, serves on the Board of Directors of the Missouri Association of Art Agencies, and serves on the advisory board of the St. Louis World Trade Center's Annual Growing Global Event. John Woodfin Upon graduating from UM-Columbia in 1972, John taught and directed theatre at Mexico High School. After three years, John left Mexico to pursue a Masters degree at Southwest Missouri State University. John then accepted a teaching position at Rolla High School, where he taught and directed the theatre program for 17 years. After 20 years in the high school classroom, John joined the performing arts faculty at UM-Rolla in 1992, where he taught and directed theatre for 15 years. After 35 years of teaching, John retired in 2007 whereupon he joined the Leach Theatre management team where he has served as Marketing Director for the past three years. In addition to his work with public school and university students, John has also been active in community theatre. For three years John was the artistic director for the Cedar Street Summer Theatre sponsored by the University of Missouri-Rolla in the early 80's. John has also directed plays for Ozark Actor's Theatre, and Beacon Hill Theatre at College of the Ozarks. In addition to his interest in theatre, John enjoys serving on the Missouri S&T Campus Performing Arts committee, The S&T Family Series, the S&T CampArt committee and the board of directors for Prevention Consultants of Missouri. John is pleased to be on the Arts Rolla Board of Directors for the second time since coming to Rolla. Reba Fryer - Administrative Assistant Reba Fyer joined Arts Rolla in December 2005 and serves as the organization's Administrative Assistant. Reba has worked for and had been involved with not-for-profit organizations for the past 18 years and brings a vast amount of expertise to Arts Rolla. She has worked for the American Red Cross Phelps-Pulaski Chapter. She currently is an active council member for the Phelps County 4-H group. Reba has served as the past-president for the Phelps County Genealogical Society and currently serves as the recording secretary for the organization. Arts Rolla continues to grow as a result of her expertise and enthusiasm. |
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