By Doug Sheet

It’s that time of year again, to head back to the great state of Wisconsin, to the beloved Camp Brosius and await the arrival of the students from the School of Physical Education and Tourism Management. All PED and TCEM students are required to take 2 classes during the first summer session of their second year at the school. Camp Brosius was opened in 1921 and since that time students have attended the camp. The camp is owned by Indiana University and is operated by the Indiana University Alumni Association. Camp Brosius located in Elkhart Lake, Wisconsin is about 60 miles north of Milwaukee.

This article is for the students who will be attending Camp Brosius this spring, to provide them with a little insight on what to expect and what to bring to be prepared. Although we will be heading to camp in the middle to last part of May, Wisconsin can still be a little chilly, especially in the morning.

So what should we wear? You should plan on bringing at least three sweatshirts, depending on how long you are staying and how clean you like your clothes to be. You should bring a t-shirt or long sleeve shirt for everyday you will be attending, and probably a couple of extras. If you are enrolled in the catering class, you will want two shirts for everyday, and for the Physical Education students’ maybe three, again depending on how clean you want to be. As for jeans, shorts or sweatpants, I would bring a variety. Catering students may wear the same pants in the kitchen two or three days in a row. Some afternoons get pretty warm and if you are participating in activities shorts are needed. This is really your call; depending on how long you are staying and what classes you are taking. As for bed time you will want sweat pants, a sweatshirt, and a pair of socks because when you wake up, you’ll think its winter time all over again. And don’t forget your underwear and socks. Bring enough for the entire time you will be attending. You might also want to bring a hat. Catering students are required to wear a hat in the kitchen.

What else should you bring? Here are some other items that you will need to pack to make sure that your stay at Camp Brosius is the best ever. You will need a sheet for the mattress, a sleeping bag, a pillow and a warm blanket. Toiletries should include shower sandals, shampoo, soap, a towel, comb or hairbrush, toothpaste and a toothbrush, any legal medication, kleenex, toilet paper, deodorant, hair products, and anything else that you feel you need. You also might want to pack a flashlight in case you need to use the bathroom at night, and another good idea is to bring some bottled water or soft drinks for you cabin.

What about food? The TCEM students take a catering class during the school year; Camp Brosius is where they take the lab part of the course. They will prepare breakfast, lunch, and dinner for all students each day of camp. The food is very good and you will never leave hungry. You are welcome to bring snacks for your cabin if you would like.

Will we have any free time? Yes, you will have plenty of time between classes to play basketball, throw the football, play horseshoes, play volleyball, shoot the bow and arrows, or just sit back and relax. You also will receive one free night out on the town in Elkhart Lake. All that the faculty asks is that you are responsible and you make good decisions. We are adults now.

I hope this article clarifies some of your confusion about camp and what you need to be prepared for. I know I was a little timid last year when I was about to head off to camp, but it is really a beautiful place and a good time to get to know some of your fellow classmates.

On Sunday March 28, 2004, The Department of Tourism, Conventions, and Event Management in association with the Greek Islands Restaurant held there 10th annual scholarship fund raising dinner. All of the proceeds from the event were used to increase the endowed Elias and Fofo Stergiopoulos and Greek Islands Restaurant scholarship fund which provides one or more scholarships to qualified TCEM students each school year. I had a chance to sit down with Angela Stergiopoulos who is one of the daughters of Elias and Fofo and co-owner of Greek Islands Restaurant.

Angela and her family find the TCEM department very important to them for a couple of reasons. One is that Angela is a graduate of the TCEM department and feels that she learned so much from the faculty at IUPUI and she wants to give something back. She has also taught catering classes here at IUPUI. Angela has had the opportunity to meet a lot of the new staff and students on a first hand basis. She realizes that a lot of these students don’t just go to school they also work 30 and 40 hours a week in a hospitality related field, these are the students that she and her family want to help.

Staying involved with the TCEM department is something Angela and her family sees continuing for a long time to come. The scholarship started as a tribute to her parents. She wants to continue to donate to the department and stay involved as much as possible. With community involvement, which Angela says is already strong, there is no limit to how much or how many scholarships will be available to students in the future.

This upcoming school year the TCEM department will be offering two $450 scholarships to qualified applicants. This goes towards tuition, books, or other areas they might need assistance. In the past the Stergiopoulos family has offered one $500 scholarship. Angela and her family hope to continue to add to this and eventually offer larger amounts to the students. Angela added that she would like to see more people apply for the scholarships. The requirements are a full time student status in the TCEM department, work part or full time in a restaurant, hotel or hospitality related field, and have a 2.5 grade point average. She encourages everyone to apply. Angela said, “Don’t ever think it’s impossible.” Stay involved, work hard and you never know what will happen.

Angela and her family would love for see you stop by the restaurant anytime. There downtown location is 906 S. Meridian St. and they are open for lunch through dinner. You can also give them a call at 636-0700. They are truly a friendly family with great food and great service.

Thirty five years is how long Physical Education professor Jeffery Vessely has been a jaguar. After completing his undergrad at IUPUI, he received a job teaching at his alma mater in 1974. For over 30 years of service and dedication Dr. Vessely’s hard work hasn’t gone unnoticed. Not only does he have an excellent teaching history but has volunteered his time as the director of intramural sports, director of voluntary services, and student ombudsman. Deservingly, it has indeed been noticed. Starting July 1, 2004, Dr. Vessely will take over for Dr. Betty Jones as Chair of the Physical Education Department.

Dr. Vessely shared his thought on how classes will be offered, such as on-line courses, combination of courses, and hands-on courses. Students will have a choice in how and where to take classes. Dr. Vessely stated, “It is very important that on-line courses maintain the same integrity as the live classes.” Dr. Vessely went on to share his foresight and creativity on how classes will be offered, such as on-line courses, combination of courses, and hands-on courses.

A second issue Dr. Vessely has begun to take is the problem of childhood obesity, currently an economic and political issue that is sweeping across our country’s entire population. Vessely’s solution to this growth epidemic? Offer new courses to start educating the parents.

However, Vessely states that the changes he oversees will not be obvious at first glance but, “minimal and transparent.” “We will be in fine tuning mode,” stated Vessely. Vessely went on to say, “ Dr. Jones gave stability to the elective program and supported continued growth in the number of students and faculty, which are good support mechanisms.” Explaining the solid foundation has been laid for his plans and goals to be successful. As for the department head, Vessely plans to grow in all areas of service, recruit more students, and find resources to support the faculty using his strongest characteristic, communication.

Look for our new Physical Education Head Department Chair to pick right up where Dr. Jones left off. On behalf of the entire PED student body, thank you and good luck to both these educators in their future endeavors.

Congratulations to the following scholarship award winners for the 2003-2004 school year!

The following awards were presented at Honor’s Day, April 18.

American Hotel Foundation Conrad Hilton Memorial Scholarships
Winners: David Lueck, Kristen Brisson, Heather Easterling

Athenaeum Turners Scholarship
Winner: Thais Terkhorn

Bill Day Outstanding Tourism Junior Scholarship and Senior Award
Winners: Sarah Eck, Michael Searle, Mark Firestone

Clara L. Hester Scholarship
Winners: Pennie Brittingham

Professional Association Awards
Professional Convention Management Association (PCMA), Meeting Professionals International (MPI), International Special Event Society (ISES)
Winners: Megan Leek, Jennifer Buckwalter, Carly Wallace

Peg Hope Scholarships
Winners: Andrea Redstone and Erin Taylor

Raymond A. Dault Outstanding Freshman and Sophomore Scholarships
Winners: James Metro and Jason Wilhite

Lola L. Lohse Scholarship
Winner: Diana Rodriguez

William A. Stecher Honor Award
Winner: Angela Richards

Eddie and Amy Nefouse Scholarship
Winner: Mwila Kapaya

Department of Physical Education Faculty Award
Winner: Matt Payne

Max M. Shapiro Restaurant Excellence
Scholarship
Winner: Jessica Nelson

Dr. Carl B. Sputh Scholarships
Winners: Nicholas Rusch, Rachel Stevens, Kristin Swaim and Natalie Weihert

Per Moller Memorial Scholarships
Winners: Jason Wilhite and Michael Searle

Dr. Rudy Schreiber Scholarship
Winner: Brett Andrews

Elias and Fofo Stergiopoulos Scholarships
Winners: Tara Swift and Michael Searle

Keith Coaching Scholarship
Winner: Brett Andrews

Sara E. Hecht Memorial Scholarship
Winner: Heather Easterling

Dr. Hitwant Sidhu Scholarship
Winner: Kory Risner

Leo and Mary Durbin Scholarship
Winner: Michael Searle

Donald Durbin Memorial Scholarship
Winner: Michael Searle

Rudolph L. Memmel Scholarship
Winner: Mari Yamaguchi

Jeff and Susan Vessely Scholarship
Winner: Audrey Frazier

Outstanding Student Teacher Award
Winner: Matt Goddard

Bill & Joan McGowan Scholarships
Winners: Heather Easterling and Kristin Brisson

New Freshman Scholarship Award
Winner: Holly Iloreta

Department of Physical Education Walt Leinert Teaching Award
Winner: Dr. Lisa Angermeier

Department of Physical Education Sue Barrett Research Award
Winner: Dr. NiCole Keith

National Student Athlete Day Awards
Winners: Ross Gehlhausen, Jessica Havrilesko, Tiffany Holladay, Raquel Miller, Elizabeth O’Brien, Ryan Osborn, Stacey Speshyock, Thais Terkhorn, Natalie Weihert

IUPUI’s Top 100 Student Awards
Winners: Marlon Coutee, Tiffany Holladay, Megan Leek, Raquel Miller, Kristi Rice, Doug Sheets

Phillip K. Hardwick Scholarship Winner: Kelli Willits

School of Physical Education & Tourism Management Teaching Awards
Winners: Jim Bennett and Barbara Badger

Trustees’ Teaching Awards
Winners: Dr. Sotiris Avgoustis and Dr. Katie Stanton