Alumni Biography Page-UPDATED!

Sarah Battey (Syfert): I have been remarried for 2 1/2 years now. My husband Aaron and I are both professional actors. We have recently finished our las gig as performers on a cruse ship. Our goal is to move to New York next year. I hope we will be able to come to the reunion in the spring!

Ben Best: I started my own business in the last year. I sell maintenance hardware and tools. My wife Amy and I have been married for 5 years and have 2 children, (Alex 4 and Josh 3). We live in Lincoln.

Brian Boston: After failing at being a business owner, I joined the Army Reserves as an MP. Got my criminal justice degree at UNO. Went active duty as Lieutenant (MP). Now I'm at Ft. Drum, NY. Go figure! Oh yeah, gett'n married soon........

Jeremy Burrus: Sat bench in football back in the day. Graduated from UNL in 1997. Got my master's in psychology fro a tiny school in Chicago December 1999. I am starting work on my PhD in social psychology at the U of Illinois this fall. I will be in school til I die.

Shamain Carr: I graduated form college in 1997 with a degree in Marketing. I am currently working as a Marketing Rep for Sandhills Publishing in Lincoln. I am getting married in October of this year and will be moving to Wichita, KS.

Darren "DC" Cech: Hi everybody, Since I talked to you last, I am now in Grad school at Bellevue Univ. in MBA. I have recently started my new job at Harrah's as a Slot Supervisor on the early evening shift. This job is a lot of fun and really interesting line of work. It's casino type. This is to start and should be going to the marketing department fairly soon since that is my field of interest. I still preactice the piano after all these years and do oil paintings in my free time when I am not traveling. Hope everone is well and hope to talk to you soon.

Joanna Christensen: After graduating from Denver Seminary with my Masters last spring, I left the wonderful mountains of Denver and moved back to Wisconsin. I now live in Appleton, WI where I am the Assistant Director of Children's ministry at a church. I say back because before I went to the Seminary I worked in Wisconsin at a few Christian camps, teaching outdoor ed and playing in the snow.

Ken Coshow: I've been licensed in senior market sales for 7 years. Started my own business in May of 2002. Married my wife, Sony, in August 1997. In 1999, we designed and built our own house on an acreage near Gretna. One daughter, born in March of 2001. She acts like half me, half my wife and it scares the hell out of us. Spare time is for hunting with the boys, working on cars, little traveling, and spending time with family & friends.

Roger Dail: After a lucrative career in the porn industry, I decided to "settle down" abit and opened a Meth Lab in Denver, CO. We have also branched out and started selling Propecia and Rogaine on the street- on the side. Business is good. (Ok so really, Roger lives in Broomfield CO)

Heather Petersen (Dremann): I am a Professional Stained Glass Artist and Instructor living in Tucson, AZ. My husband, Anthony, is in the Air Force. We have been married since August of 1996 and our son, James, was born March 1997. Since high school, I have lived in Sumter SC, Augusta GA, and Tucson. I went to Nursing school for a year and a half, then decided to change directions. I love what I am doing and hope to reconnect with other alumni at the reunion.

Heidi Fethkenher: I am currently a single mother raising my wonderful little boy, Nathan. We live in Papillion. He is the man of my life! Careerwise, I am in the sales industry and love it!

Troy Fey: I live in Denver, CO and was married ot Kerry in 1999. We have a daughter named Morgan who was born on July 1, 2001. I work as an IT manager. Look me up if you're in town on a ski trip. My email is tfey@3tsystems.com.

Kerry Fischman (Soby): I married my husband, Peter, on July 26, 1997. Our daughter, Paige, was born on April 18, 2000. I graduated with Bachelor's in Social Work in 2998 and am a certified social worker with the State of NE. Peter is a photo journalist for KETV Channel 7.

Mark Graves: I got married in 1995. I have two children Izzy (2/98) and Jag (9/99). I work for Northern Natural Gas in Omaha. I am the director of the 1-5 grade Sunday program at Heartland Community Church (http://www.heartlandcc.com)

Richelle Grabowski (Simmons): After graduating form Georgetown University in 1996, I took a job with Ford Motor Company in Sales and Marketing. Since my role at Ford constantly changes, I keep getting relocated. My assignments have taken my the Dnever for 3 years, Phoenix for 2 years, and lovely Michigan, which seems like eternity. I married Mike Simmons in April 2000 while we were living in Colorado. We don't have any children, although I consider him my 33 year old child. I've also continued Jazzercising. Between teaching 4 classes a week and one children's dance class, I've managed to keep busy and still smiling! Warmest regards to all!

Jenny Grossmann: I received my degree in Geological Engineering in 1997 from the University of Missouri-Rolla. Recently I received my Professional Engineering License. I am currently working for an engineering consulting firm related to the oil and gas industry. I live in a suburb of Chicago.

Amy Gunderson (Kaup): I graduated in 1999 from UNL with a MS in speech-language pathology degree. I am working for MPS at Walt Disney and Norris Elementary. Troy and I were married on 5/23/99.

Tanya Hakenson (Parker): Last time I posted I had just started working for a classic rock station here in Omaha. Since then I have been working my ass off and I'm now working for Sweet 98 as their Promotions Director. I handle all on air contesting, concerts, events, etc. It's a crazy profession, but it's too much fun. And the perks don't hurt either! It scares me to think that our 10 year reunion is coming up, are we that old? God, I don't feel like it. I would love to hear from you guys, if not, see you at the reunion, when we're that much older!

Timothy "Tim" Harrison: Financial Representative with Northwestern Mutual Financial Network. I work 6 months out the year in Omaha, and the other 6 months in Miami or Las Angeles. I live in Vally, NE.

Leah Haubensak (Pedersen): I graduated from Valparaiso University (Indiana) in Dec. 1997 with a degree in Math, and I've been working in various actuarial jobs ever since. I'm ready for something different, so I'm thinking of going back to school soon. I've been living in Chicago since April 1999, but still get back to Omaha often to visit family and friends. Dan and I got married on September 16, 2000. I would love to hear from all the friends I've lost touch with!

Mendy Headlee (Peterson): After finishing school at Hastings College, we moved to Kalamazoo MI to finish Physician Assistant studies and Masters in Medicine. JT and I were married in Aug 99, and live in Pueblo West, CO. Been busy golfing and skiing, and planning for the reunion. Can't wait to see everyone!

Tina Huss (Herman): Hi everyone! I am currently living in sunny Key Largo, Florida with my wonderful husband Greg. We both really enjoy the Keys and being outdoors. For those of you who know me you would not recognize me without a tan. Go figure...move to Florida and get rid of the tan. I guess that's what happens when you work, huh? I have finally landed on a career I really enjoy. I am the Regional Director of Human Resources for a hotel chain in Florida. It keeps me very busy and is very rewarding. In November of 2002 Greg and I will be expecting our first child (a baby girl). We are soooo excited and I can not wait till she arrives :-) I hope everone is well and I hope to see you at our 10 year reunion (yikes).

Kevin Kaminski: Well, I'm currently working as an electronics tech for a small mail-order company in SW Omaha. For fun I play soccer and work with horses at a ranch in Kennard. Don't have a family of my own quite yet... but times change :-)

Jane Kathol (Brannen): Graduated from UNO may 98. Troy and I have been married since Oct 98... no kids, no pets, just us! I am working in management for Bath and Body Works... and loving every minute of it!

Chris Loveless: Hello everyone, it has been a long time. I am currently playing guitar in a band out of Lincoln called Blacklight Sunshine, we have some national interest and have opened for almost 2 dozen national level acts. I am also planning my wedding to Melissa Bubela.

Amy Lovell (Copeland): I completed my master's degree in Psychology in Aug 99. Since that time, I have been working as a psychotherapist at a community health center in Kansas City. I know... I can't believe it either that other people come to me for help. I recently married the love of my life on July 21, 2001.

Paul Ludacka and Sarah Woracek: Hey Indians! We were married December 6th, 1997. I'm a Certified Financial Planner with the Northwestern Mutual Financial Network & Sarah works part-time as a Neo-natal Nurse at Children's Hospital. We still live in Millard and have the 2 coolest kids... Jacob Paul & Will the Thrill! Look forward to seeing everyone at the reunion. God Bless!

Michelle Mattson (Olin): I have been married since June 96 and currently am a stay at home mom for our 2 year old son Connor. My husband is stationed in Virginia with the Coast Guard. We will be heading back to live in Omaha for a short time at the end of this year before moving to the west coast.

Jennifer Mickey (Dow): I am married with 1 stepson. He is 7 years old and a wonderful child. My husband's name is Duane and he graduated from Central in the '80's. We live in Logan, IA and go to Victory Fellowship Church in Council Bluffs. My husband is a finish carpenter and is finishing his Structural Engineering degree. We run a business out of our home helping children and their families get healthier using Herbalife products.

Kim Mook (Warren): I am currently living in Oceanside, CA. I graduated in 98 from the University of NE Med Center. I married May 98. My husband is in the Marine Corp. I work in the Nuclear Medicine department at a local hospital.

Ginny O'Rourke (Collins): I have been married since Aug 4, 2000 to George Collins from Burke high school class of '92. We don't expect children for another 2-4 years. Currently George is an Omaha Police Officer and I am a Flight Attendant for American Airlines and have been since July of '99.

Greg Peterson: Served a volunteer mission for the LDS Church in Venezuela (94-95). Graduated with my degree in Global Economics in 99. After working as a Merrill Lynch stockbroker during the bubble in 1999 and 2000, finished my MBA at BYU in December 2002. Founder, owner of several businesses, including Smartstocks.com, Inc and Satcom Wireless. Built a 3,000 square foot log cabin in the mountains, next to a lake at 7, 428 feet near Park City, Utah. Not married... no kids.

Tina Pitts (Quinlan): Since highschool, I have gotten a degree in English from North Park College in Chicago. In September of 98 I married a wonderful, loving man and we are nauseatingly happy! My husband, John, and I recently relocated from downtown Chicago to the Twin Cities. We are settling into suburban life with our two spoiled rabbits, both provide a lot of amusement for us. I am a preschool teacher at a private preschool nearby and I love it! My husband is an investment trader and we are both baseball fans. Go Cubbies!

Tanya Roose (Cooper): I graduated in 1997 from Northern Kentucky University and currently live in Cincinnati, OH. After working for the airlines, I changed career paths and entered into airport management consulting. I'm recently married to a wonderful man and we're planning to stay in Cincinnati with our cat Kiwi.

Shelly Scogin (Kroll): I am currently working as a Fleet Manager at Werner Enterprises. I have been married for almost 2 years to my best friend Jason Kroll who also graduated from Millard South in '92. We don't have kids yet, but we don have a cool dog named Osborne.

Krishna Shade (Clay): I graduated college in '97 with a degree in Business Administration. I took a semeters off and then went back for my Master's Degree in Human Services. I currently own my own internet marketing business and work at First National Bank of Omaha in training. With my internet business really taking off, I plan to retire within 2 years. I was married on April 29, 2000 to a wonderful man named Brandon.

Chad Siedlik: I live in Broomfield Colorado with my wife Melissa. I graduated from Lincoln with a degree in finance in 1997 and a couple years later got my MBA. I work for a small software company and my wife works for Level 3 Communication. We have a boxer puppy named Jebel.

Matt Stewart: Just want to let everyone know after four years of college at Northwestern University, I jumped around from Omaha to Sioux City to Kearney, working in television. I am curretly in Dayton, Ohio, working as a TV reporter for the ABC affiliate out here. I am married to an Omaha girl, Christina Swenson (Stewart), Burke class of 1997. We just graduated from our newlywed status. She is in grad school while I pay all the bills. We don't have any children but we plan on popping some out in the next few years. I am hoping to move closer to Omaha in the coming years, but for now I'm content to be 15 hours away, living in a state where a tree (the buckeye) is the official mascot. Better than a Patriot, I guess.

Erin Swift (Oberhauser): I'm still in Omaha. I've been selling Real Estate for 3 years now and love it. I married Paul, in 99. We have no children, just an arthritic dog! Would love to hear from any of you, call anytime or email at erin.oberhauser@cbshome.com!

Stephanie Thiede (Busby): I was married in '94. My husband is in the Coast Guard. We have two girls, with whom I stay home to raise. We haven't lived in Omaha since '95. We live in Honolulu, HI.

Ryan "Flounder" Uhing: I went to UNO for about 2 years.... then went into the Air Force... I've been working of F-15's now for 3 years. Spent 2 years stationed in England... including 3 months in Italy in support of Operation Allied Force. Was stationed at Eglin AFB, in Ft. Walton Beach, FL., but got a new job working on computers/networking, and stationed at Fairchild, AFB. Married to Jennifer on Dec. 1, 2000, we are living in our little house just outside of Spokane.

David Wells: Graduated in May '97 from Missouri Western State College. Inthat same month I married Connie and now live in Kansas City. Worked for a short time for Enterprise Rent-A-Car as a manager and in August of '98 started a business called A Quik Dump. We rent small roll-off containers to businesses and homeowners for remodeling and cleaning up. Also, in '98 we built a house just a few miles south of KCI airport. My wife is a stay at home mom with our son Cole who was born in June of 2001.

Holly Williford: I am currently living in Atlanta, GA. I work as a graphic designer for an interantional publishing company. I have moved around a lot in the last 6 years. I'm still single and hove every minute of it!

Michelle Wilson (Bieker): We just moved! Uhg! Now we are trying to piece everything back together. As for what we are doing now, I sing in church, homeschool our 2 kids, buy houses and rent them out... let's see what else. I went to a Commercial Arts, Graphic Design, and Illustration school, so now I am doing freelance work on the side. I can't be much busier! I think that is about it....