Patricia Wiessner (1981) writes, "SINCE I HAVE GRADUATED IN 1981, I HAVE LIVED IN MANY CITIES, HOWEVER, TEXAS HAS BEEN MY MAINSTAY. My three sons are all adults and the baby son is a junior at FAMU in Tallahassee Florida. I also have a beautifl grand-daughter. Currently, I am residing in Dallas Texas, and I am working for the City of Dallas, Environmental and Health and Human Service Dept.(16 years in Management with the City of Dallas)currently managing the Social Service Program located at the MLK,Jr. Community Center(214-670-8411). A one of a kind MLK Jr. Center,that houses the Social Service Program, a Child Care Center, Medical facilities, State Employment Office, Community Court MLK Library, Utility Pay Station, Recreation Center, American Cancer Society Community program as well as an American Diabetes program along with other service providers.Temple has prepared me quite well for my journey.At times I think to well because ever since graduation, I have always been forced into management positions. For those that really know me, you do know I can not be still so I plan to leave Dallas this year and see what Houston has to offer me. It is just time for change. Remember we were the group of Change agent baby Boomers.I am single and trying to live life to the fullest."

Eric Bastian (1993) writes, "I have twin 3 year old girls and have been married to Rebecca for 7 years and live in Winter Garden, Florida. I work for SouthTrust Mortgage in Clermont, Florida, a suburb of Orlando, Florida."

Billie Travalini, CLA 88, director of the Delaware Literary Conference, organized the New Castle Writers Conference, which was co-sponsored by the Delaware Literary Connection and Wilmington College. The conference featured Temple literature and creative writing professor Joan Mellen.

Mervyn Jones (1988) writes, that he is currently co-producing and co-writing the Wild Weddings TV series on TLC in addition to producing nationally-syndicated television programming aimed at teen audiences like Awesome Adventures and Whaddyado for Bryn Mawr based Steve Rotfeld Productions.

You may have heard a familiar voice during the 2006 NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament. That's because Jones, the current PA voice of Temple football and men's & women's basketball, was tabbed as the public address announcer for the first and second rounds of March Madness at Philadelphia's Wachovia Center.

In addition, an independent film company is considering one of Jones' feature-length screenplays for production. Stay tuned for futher details when they become available.

Jones is married to Andrea Traywick-Jones (JPRA '88) the author of the children's book, God Loves Me."

Michael Carr (2002)
write:

Sup Class,

Its been a year and some. I have gotten a new job at a youth center called The Attic. I am the prevention case manager for youth there. I am working on my own non-profit for at risk youth with talent in the performing arts. Its been a little hectic for me and sometimes confusion since gradution. I worked so hard to complete my degree that I have out grown many of the purposes of why I started working on my degree. I have grown a lot and have aspired to new interest and rekindled some that I thought was out of reach. I thank God for giving me insight and good people in my life. My non-profit called Total Show Edutainment is one of the fruits from that growth. It's a fusion of entertainment, education and social work. Well thats all for now. Please feel free to hit me up. Peace and Blessings. "

Kellie Quinton (2001) writes, "Kellie M. Quinton (2001) writes, "By the grace of God I have been continuously employed in my field of study. I am currently a Sales and Event Coordinator at the Philadelphia Courtyard by Marriott. I have been truly blessed professionally and personally. I am now the proud mother of two year old (going on 30) Kaleb. The joy of my life."

Victoria Smith (2002) writes, "Just a little note to the class of 02. I hope all is well with my fellow social work collegues. I know everyone is doing good things in the community and having a good time doing it. So, hit me up with some of your wonderful stories I sure would like to here from you.

Peace and Blessings to all.

Victoria 02"

Victoria Smith (2002) writes, "Victoria A Smith BSW 2002

I currently work for the County of Bucks in Doylestown,PA, department of Children and Youth.I recently completed the core training for workers. I have received my Certification of Direct Service Worker. This allows me to work directly with famlies and children."

Robert Litz (1968) writes, "After 1969 graduation from Temple I took an MA at the University of Washington, Seattle, Wa. I taught English at three community Colleges here. Then got a divorce and became a Media Instructor at the U Dubs Ethnic Cultural Theater where I was also employed as Stage Manager for professional productions. Went to Japan for 5 years as an Associate Prof at The Kyushu Institute of Technolgy, a national College in Kitakyushu. I also lived in Himeji, Japan where I taught at another University.

Came back to Seattle in 1992 and taught Esl and after that became a counselor in a Mental Institution here.

Now retired, I'm earning extra income as a sculptor, having sold 35 small sculptures. Fun. Anyone reading this remember the Brown bag revolution of 66-68 at Temple and the taking over of the Dean's office? Protested the Vietnam War at Temple and U dub. Now protesting Iraqi war. I am still an orphan of the 60's . If you can help me remember anything of the 60's please do. I think I was there.

Love,
Bob Litz 68

Daniel Garavuso (’03, M.A., English/Creative Writing) will be teaching ninth and 10th grade English in the I.B. Programme of the Carrollwood Day School in Tampa, Fla. in the fall of ’09. He has four children with his wife, Krysta; son Liam is due on May 29. Daniel plans on completing two unfinished novels when somebody invents a way for him to circumvent the need for sleep.