Spring 2008 LaSalle - Regis - Xavier

Ten Years Later

LaSalle Middle SchoolRegis Middle School was organized in answer to the need for space to meet the growing school population at All Saints, St. Pius, and St. Matthew schools. In January of 1999 Mr. Rick Blackwell was hired as the first principal of Regis Middle School and remains at Regis today. Mr. Blackwell was in charge of readying the vacant building for the 2000-2001 school year, including cosmetic repair of the building, cur-riculum preparation, and hiring of program and teaching staff. Opening enrollment was 336. Today, Regis has 462 students and 29 faculty members. Reli-gion is taught daily and an all-school liturgy is celebrated once a week. The fine arts, athletic, and extra curricular programs at Regis have experienced tremendous growth and success. The growth of these programs has allowed students to compete against the other public schools in the Cedar Rapids area.

LaSalle Middle School opened to 6, 7, and 8th graders for the 2003-2004 academic year, primarily serving St. Patrick, St. Jude, and St. Ludmila parishes. Prior to becoming a middle school, the former LaSalle High School housed third to fifth grade programming, now currently located at St. Jude (grades 1-3) and St. Ludmila (grades 4-5) schools. Recent renovations to the building include the library, the main office, and the entryways. Opening enrollment was 203. Today, LaSalle boasts an en-rollment of 240 students and 26 faculty members under the leadership of principal Rick Louk. The LaSalle curriculum includes daily religion classes and ongoing service projects. In addition, LaSalle offers an expanded fine arts and extra cur-ricular programing including a show choir and annual spring musical.

Regis Middle School

On April 10, 2008 the Xavier Community joined alumni, parents, supporters and friends to celebrate Mass in honor of Xavier High School’s 10th Anniversary. A reception hosted by the LaSalle, Regis, Xavier Alumni Board followed Mass. Pictured on left: 13 local clergy gathered to help celebrate Mass; pictured middle: Superintendent Jeff Henderson, Fr. Donald Bruggeman, Matt Brandes; pictured right: Deacon LaVerne Flagel and Monsignor Russell Bleich, presider.

Xavier 10th Anniversary Mass and Celebration

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by jeff henderson

“My prayer for all of us is that we’ll live out our destiny to build a community in which excellence will be celebrated and most importantly the love of Jesus will be exhibited in all we do.”

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“My prayer for all of us is that we’ll live out our destiny to build a com-munity in which excellence will be cel-ebrated and most importantly, the love of Jesus will be exhibited in all we do.”

This quote was found in the Principals Corner in an early edition of The Navi-gator, the official Xavier High School newsletter. Those words certainly ex-pressed how all of us who contributed our time, our sweat, our dedication and our resources to unite the area under the banner of consolidated Catholic High School felt in the fall of 1998 as Xavi-er opened its doors for the first time.

I remember that time as if it was yester-day. The expectations and the fear were equally apparent. The expectations in-cluded that we could serve the spiri-tual and academic needs of all students, serve the parishes while also providing a real boost for Catholic education in the Archdiocese and also in the state. There was, of course, real fear that it would be very difficult to bring the traditions and

spirit of Regis and LaSalle together under one roof and under one banner.

That is why our prayer was that Xavi-er would indeed be able to live out its destiny to build a community in which excellence would be celebrated and most importantly, the love of Je-sus would be exhibited in all it did. It has been ten years and it is a good time to review how we have done… so far.

To put it simply, Xavier has been highly successful. The resume of ac-complishments is long and impressive. Academic prowess, athletic success, fine arts excellence, continued growth, and community respect indicate that Xavier is successful. Frankly, though that is not what is so impressive.

What is most impressive is that it has become first and foremost a Catholic, Christian icon in the state. The school serves the parishes and the church as it is supposed to as part of the Roman Catholic Church. Prayer is the cor-nerstone of everything at the school. Service is an integral part of life in the school. At the times when things go well, God is invited, when things do not go well and pain is so evident, God is invited. It is not that the students are saints, but it does mean they un-derstand what it means to strive to be-come saint like. I am so proud how the school has become first and foremost Catholic. As strong as it is though, it

cannot and must not rest. It must re-main committed to this foundation.

The other part of my prayer ten years ago dealt with living out its destiny in which excellence is celebrated. As high as our internal expectations were, few of us could have anticipated what we were about to unleash upon the state. I remember well how a for-mer area public school superinten-dent told me early in our history that it was amazing to him how, “Xavier has become the standard by which all other schools are now measured.”

That statement sums it up about as well as is possible. Thousands of incred-ible students have made that happen. Thousands of supportive and caring parents have made that happen. Tens of thousands of committed parishioners have made that happen. Tens of thou-sands of caring alumni, including those who graduated from other Cedar Rap-ids Catholic High Schools have made that happen. Hundreds of dedicated board members have made that hap-pen. Hundreds of incredibly dedicated and talented teachers, administrators, support staff, moderators and coaches have made it happen. One God, who loves us deeply truly made it happen.

Happy Birthday Xavier!

Superintendent of Schools, Archdiocese of DubuqueXavier High School Principal, 1998-2004

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LaSalle, Regis, Xavier. A legacy in Catholic education in Cedar Rapids, and for Jayme Wiebold (X08) a family legacy as well.

Jayme’s grandma, Helen (Roman) Blietz (R60) attended St. Wenceslaus School through her sophomore year, when she then finished her last two years of high school at the newly opened Regis High School. She cur-rently belongs to St. Patrick’s church. Mrs. Blietz remembers having con-flicted feelings when the new high school (Regis) opened, because it was hard to leave a school she loved, but the prospect of a new school was excit-ing. She remembers the strict nuns and the disciplines they instilled, and looking back, feels this prepared her well for life after high school.

Julie (Blietz) Wiebold (L81), Jayme’s mother, attended St. Patrick grade school and LaSalle High School. Her favorite memories were of commu-nity service days spent raking leaves in the fall, in particular, assisting the developmentally disabled children at Taylor Elementary with their physical education class as a part of her Com-munity Service Class. Julie also has fond memories of playing basketball and all of the friends she made. The Wiebold family currently attends St.

Jude parish.

Jayme (X08), who came to Xavier as a sophomore has enjoyed her three years here. She often reflects that her class-mates have no idea how lucky they are to attend Xavier. Jayme enjoys the academic challenges, the small com-munity atmosphere, the many op-portunities for community service and her involvement in athletics and other groups at Xavier.

Helen, Julie, and Jayme all agree that attending Catholic schools made a positive impact on their lives in many different ways. Their family legacy within the Catholic school system is strong, built on a solid foundation of excellence in academics, and environ-ments that foster personal, and spiri-tual growth.

A display honoring families who have been a part of LaSalle, Regis, and Xavier for generations will be posted at Xavier during the month of May and will include photos of 53 Xavier seniors and high school photos of their parent(s) who graduated from LaSalle or Regis. The display demonstrates the family commitment to Catholic edu-cation and the rich history from which Xavier High School was developed.

Jayme Wiebold (X08)

Alumni Hall of Fame Nomination

Nominee: ________________________ School: __________________________Class Year: ________

Guidelines for Nomination:• Athletes, academic scholars, and fi ne arts nominees must be graduates who received recognition as outstanding in these areas. • Coaches will be considered on length of career, concern for the welfare of his/her players, and outstanding achievements since coaching at LaSalle, Regis, or Xavier. • Supporting contributors/volunteers must show outstanding service to Catholic sec-ondary education. • Outstanding alumni must be graduates. • Candidates must have made outstanding contributions to society through involve-ment in career or community service. All candidates must show strong moral character and citizenship, and graduated before 2003.

Nominations must include a sum-mary about why the nominee should be considered for induction into the Hall of Fame. Include as much specifi c information as possible.

• Academic Scholar• Athlete• Coach• Faculty• Fine Arts

•Outstanding Alumni• Supporting Contributor / Volunteer

Please return to the Xavier Foundation at P.O. Box 10956, Cedar Rapids, IA 52410-0956 no later than September 8, 2008. Visit www.xavierfoundation.org or call 378-4571 for more information.

LaSalle, Regis, Xavier

Nominated By: ____________________ Date: ___________ Phone Number: ___________________

School: _________________________Class Year: _______E-mail: _________________________

(Please Circle One)

Julie (Blietz) Wiebold (L71)

Helen (Roman) Blietz (R60)

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BusinessTAKING CARE OF

Under the leadership of Dr. John Wollner and Tony Bedard, CEO Frontier Natural Products Coop, eighty-two volun-teers canvassed the business community to solicit financial support for Xavier High School. Currently area businesses have donated more than $***,*** to this year’s campaign. A strong partnership between business and education is the foundation for the success and development of our commu-nity and our young people. Thanks to the business commu-nity for their outstanding support. Special thanks goes out to the dedicated parents, grandparents, alumni, educators, and friends, who volunteered and helped make the campaign a success.

Alumni!Way To Go

In late March more than 60 local LaSalle, Regis, and Xavier alumni joined forces to help the Xavier Foundation reach its 2008 Alumni Appeal goal of raising $86,000. Volunteers made more than 1,500 calls to former classmates in support of Xavier High School. To date, the appeal has raised $56,626.

Our deepest appreciation and gratitude is extended to Joseph Whitters (R76) who generously issued a $5,000 challenge grant for all new and increased gifts to the Alumni Appeal. The challenge was applied to more than 200 alumni gifts.

In addition to raising money for operating needs and special projects at Xavier High School, the annual phonathon helps update alumni records and provides an opportunity for alumni to catch up with one another.

If you did not have a chance to show your support of the Alumni Appeal and would like the opportunity, you are welcome to make a donation at www.xavierfoundation.org or by mailing your gift to the Xavier Foundation at P.O. Box 10956 Cedar Rapids, IA 52410-0956.

The Foundation would like to thank the following businesses and individuals who donated refreshments and prizes for phonathon volunteers: Coca Cola, Cork ‘n Fork Restaurant: Len (L69) & Kathy (R69) Skvor, Kathy’s Pies: Kathy (Weyland) McCauley (R69), Marriott Hotel, Tic Toc Bar and Grill, Expressions Salon and Spa, and Tomaso’s Pizza: Tom Carfrae (R69).

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Mike Sayre (X04), Casey O’Donnell (L97), Brad Joens (R96) and TJ Sayre (X06) are pictured after an alumni basketball league game. The league, organized annually, meets once a week for six weeks. For more information contact Brad at 319-360-5284 or bradjoens@hotmail.com.

On January 30, 2008 middle school students from Regis and LaSalle joined the Xavier community for a Catholic Schools Week Mass. Pictured above: Father Greg Bahl and Father Donald Klein.

President: Ted Borelli (R88)Vice President: D.J. Arnold (R92)Secretary: TBDTreasurer: Dan Erusha (L98)Reception: Debbie Jacobs (R69)Hall of Fame: Lesley Panos (R88)Faculty Liaison: Mike Schulte (R87)Reception: Lisa Whitten (L86)Publicity: Sarah Bruckman (X99)Faculty Liaison: Roberto Pino (X99)Hall of Fame: Joshua Barta (L98)Fund Raising: TBD

If you are interested in joining the Alumni Executive Board or would like to volunteer for upcoming alumni events contact the Foundation at (319) 378-4571.

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Xavier High School proudly recognizes the first two alumni to receive First Team All-American status in intercollegiate athletics. The first, recognized here belat-edly, was Ross Dillavou (X02), a defen-sive end at Loras College in Dubuque, IA. Ross was named a First Team All-American by D3football.com as a defen-sive lineman in 2005. Even more impres-sively, Ross was one of 10 finalists for the 2005 Gagliardi Award, which is given to the top Division III football player in the nation. At Xavier, Ross started both ways and helped lead the Saints to a first-ever Class 4A playoff berth in 2001.

Our second alumnus to receive First Team recognition is Nick Weber (X04), a defensive back/receiver/punt and kick returner at Wartburg College in Waverly. Nick was named a First Team All-Ameri-can by the American Football Coaches Association as a defensive back in 2007. At Xavier, Nick started both ways and helped lead the Saints to a second Class 4A playoff berth in 2003. Nick was also a standout in basketball and track at Xavier.

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In the fall of 2007, Xavier Girl’s Basketball Coach Tom Lilly (R73) was elected to the Iowa Girls Coaches Association “Hall of Fame.” Lilly coached 13 years at Regis and began his 10th year at Xavier in November, winning State Championships in 2003, 2005 & 2007. Lilly will be inducted into the “Hall of Fame” in the spring of 2008. Congratulations, Coach Lilly!

Congratulations to Xavier Biology teacher, Scott Schaub who recently won the 10th annual 2007-2008 Siemens Award for Advanced Placement. Mr. Schaub was selected for his exemplary teaching and enthusiastic dedication to students and the AP Pro-gram. Congratulations on a well deserved award, Mr. Schaub!

Kudos!

Xavier Students Honor Alumna and Raise $13,000

On January 26, 2008 Xavier High School was the host of a Mini-Dance-Marathon that raised more than $13,000 in mem-ory of Xavier alumna Kira Carstensen (X05) who lost her life-long battle with cancer in March of 2007. Kira’s sister, and current senior at Xavier, Lura danced in her honor along with hundreds of Xavier students.

Kira was a 2005 graduate of Xavier High School, where she was a member of the National Honor Society, Xavier Ambas-sadors, Take Charge, Key Club and the Xavier Golf Team. Kira was an active member of Tanager Place Intergenera-tional Advisory Board and was a charter member of Children’s Hospital of Iowa Youth Advisory Council. Kira received

much support and enjoyment from the University of Iowa Dance Marathon. At-tending Dance Marathon was a highlight of each year for Kira.

Students, inspired by the strength and grace Kira exhibited each day of her short life, and in support of classmate Lura and the entire Carstensen family (parents, John (R75) and Mary and brother, Peter (X02)) rallied together and presented their plan for a Mini-Dance-Marathon to the Xavier Administration. Students were in charge of all of the details for the event, including raising money in honor of Kira and in support of the University of Iowa Dance Marathon.

Dance, Dance, Dance!

Alumni Board of Directors 2008-2009

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Christina (Naso) Lacock (R62) of Naples, FL died February 18, 2008. Christina is survived by a daughter, Toby Lacock; two sisters, Theresa Meis and Mary Kelly; two brothers, John Naso and Jim Naso.

Patricia (Fogarty) Kozel (R64) of Reno, NV died on December 27, 2007. Pa-tricia is survived by her husband, Tom; three sons, Scott, Robert, and Patrick; her mother, Margaret; a brother, Gerald (R60), and three sisters, Sharon, Madonna (Fog-arty) Schmitt (R61), Pauline (Fogarty) Ross (R62), and Karen (Fogarty) Monse-rud (R74).

Barbara Besler (R66) of Cedar Rapids died on December 20, 2007. Barbara is survived by her son, Denny Strathman; her mother, Anna; a sister, Diane (Besler) Kamp (R61); two brothers, Douglas (R67) and Ron (R72); and a friend, Rodger Strathman.

Pauline (Steadman) McCall (R66) of Concord, CA died on Friday, November 9, 2007. Pauline is survived by her friend, Dan Bell; son, Jason; mother, Pauline Steadman; brothers, Walter (R68) and Martin; and a large extended family.

Gary Kessler (L67) of Hiawatha died January 15, 2008. Gary is survived by his parents, Clarence and Cecilia and brothers James (L71) and John (L81).

Barbara (Nunemaker) Oestern (R68) of Maquoketa died March 4, 2008. Barbara is survived by her parents, Bruce and Don-na Nunemaker; three sons, Jason, Joshua, and Brandon; a daughter, Brooke Herring; four brothers, Bruce (R67), Michael (R73), David (R75), and Gerald (R78); and two sisters, Deborah (Nunemaker) Bierman (R78) and Sheila (Nunemaker) Townsend (R82).

Steven Nordstrom (R69) of Cedar Rapids died February 7, 2007. Steven is survived by his wife, Christine; a son, Bret Ranard; a daughter, Nicole Dietze; his mother, Louise; two sisters, Sally Nordstrom (R74) and Susan Nordstrom Lopez (R71).

Charles John Janechek (R71) of Spring-ville, IA died on Friday, December 14, 2007. Charles is survived by his wife Debra; four sons, Michael, Matthew, Nathan, and Nicholas; and a sister, Mary ( Janechek) Gent (R70).

Anthony Grobstich (L76) of Rochester, MN died January 14, 2008. Anthony is survived by his wife, Laurie; children An-thony, Anne, Zachary, and Jason; parents LeRoy and Mary Arlene; two brothers, Roger (L77) and Dave; three sisters, Linda (Grobstich) Hofferber (L68), Pam Lane, and Deb Grobstich.

Randy Kanealy (L87) of Iowa City died on December 11, 2007 of cancer. Randy is survived by his mother, Rose; a brother, Brian, and many aunts, uncles, and cousins.

Regis 1959: Saturday, June 7, 2008. Pic-nic at Ellis Park and social dinner at the Crowne Plaza. Contact John Willenborg at 763-425-2141 or Dee Frazier at 319-393-7152.

Regis Class of 1983: 25th reunion celebration will take place the weekend of July 26-27, 2008. Schedule of events includes a golf outing and dinner at Indian Creek on Saturday. For more information contact Mary Hasley at mthasley@mchsi.com or 319-373-6082.

Regis Class of 1988: 20th reunion celebration the weekend of June 6 and 7, 2008. If you have questions or would like to update your contact information, contact Lesley Panos at 319-551-3161 or dlpanos@msn.com.

Regis Class of 1997: Summer of 2008. Contact Shawn Leuck at sleuck@hotmail.com for more informa-tion!

Regis Class of 1998: 10th reunion celebration will take place July 18th and 19th, 2008. Friday, July 18th: Chrome Horse at 7:00 p.m. Saturday, July 19th: 7:00 p.m. Kernels game. Ques-tions? Contact Beth (Schiel) Hlas at Regis.1998@hotmail.com.

LaSalle 1968: Friday, July 11 at 7:00 p.m. - Chrome Horse. Saturday, July 12, at the home of Mary and Jon Quass at 6:30 p.m. Contact Chris Peck at (319) 845-7034 or visit www.lasalle68blogspot.com for more information.

LaSalle Class of 1973: 35th reunion celebration will take place on July 5th 2008. If you would like to update your contact information contact Pat Balk at talk2pat@centurytel.net.

LaSalle Class of 1988: 20th reunion: June 28 and 29, 2008. If you would like to update your contact information, con-tact Traci Burns at 319-396-2404.

LaSalle Class of 1998: Saturday, June 7, 2008. Contact Megan (Rank) Kruger at megan_kruger@hotmail.com with ques-tions or contact information.

Class Reunions

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Roberto Pino (X99) Alumni Phonathon 2008

Denise (Ruzicka) Pudil (L86)Alumni Phonathon 2008

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1960sVincent Bading (R67) and Kathie Neibert were united in marriage on December 1, 2007 in Marion, IA.

1970s

Deborah (Smetzer) Balik (L73) is the owner of two businesses: Red Nose Light-ing and Eastern Iowa SealMaxx. Deborah and her husband David have a son, Nicho-las, who is currently a freshman at Xavier.

Patty Froehle (R72) announces her posi-tion as Vice President of Finance and Administration for Bread for the World in Washington, DC.

BethAnn Miller (R79) announces she is currently enjoying life and traveling in her RV.

Ronald Valenta (R79) and Renee Recker were united in marriage on July 7, 2007 in Lake Delhi, IA.

1980sMaryBeth Lake (R84) and Joseph Hasson were united in marriage on November 25, 2006 in Chicago, IL.

Sarah (McDonald) Holmes (R88) an-nounces her position as the Vice President / President Elect for the Upper MidWest Region of the Association of College and University Housing Officers.

1990sAngie (Pernicone) Charipar announces her position with Aegon as the Political Action Committee Grassroots Manager. Charipar assumed her role after serving for 10 years with congressman Jim Leach. Angie and her husband Matt have two sons, Eliot (6) and Augie (4) and reside in Cedar Rapids.

Erika (Pelzel) Larson (L90) was mar-ried to Eric Larson on June 10, 2005. The couple welcomed a daughter, Sarah on July 19, 2006. Sarah joins brother Graham.

Sarah Kayser (R92) and Chris Wilson were united in marriage on February 8, 2008 in Telluride, CO.

Deb (Nachazel) Olsen (L92) announces her employment with St. Luke’s Physi-

cians & Clinics. Olsen and her husband Keith reside in Cedar Rapids with son Andrew (7) and daughter Ava (2).

Brian O’Donnell (L93) coached the Springville Girls Basketball team to won the 2008 IA State Championship Title; the first ever state title for Springville Girls Basketball.

Jade Evans (R94) and Rich Hronik were united in marriage on September 1, 2007 in Cedar Rapids.

Ryan Jacobs (R94) announces his posi-tion as the Women’s Softball Coach for the University of Northern Iowa in Cedar Falls, IA.

Erin Gibney (L96) and Jeff Clausen were united in marriage on September 8, 2007 in Fairfax, IA.

Lisa (Rupp) Schimberg (R96) and hus-band Charlie Schimberg (R94) announce the birth of son John Joseph “Jack,” born September 8, 2007.

Benjamin Bowers (R97) and Kristine Andresen were united in marriage on Sep-tember 22, 2007 in Cedar Rapids.

Kelly (Hauschildt) Butzen (R97) and husband Carl announce the birth of son Carl Levi, born February 12, 2008. Carl joins a sister, Sarah.

Jess Miller (L97) and Anna Gamboa were united in marriage on October 27, 2007 in the Philippines.

Nicole (Takes) Proesch (R97) and hus-band Keith announce the birth of Sophia Mary on February 16, 2008.

Elizabeth Teahen (R97) and Lucas Maas were united in marriage on December 30, 2007 in Cedar Rapids.

Deborah Miller (R98) and David Stal-naker were united in marriage on October 6, 2007 in Cedar Rapids, IA.

Megan Rank (L98) and Ryan Kruger were united in marriage on June 23, 2007 in Cedar Rapids.

Jill Sadler (R98) and Dustin Sontag were

united in marriage on August 18, 2007 in Milwaukee, WI.

Sara Siver (L98) and Kyle Sievers were united in marriage on June 30, 2007. They reside in Cedar Rapids.

Matt Hinz (X99) announces his posi-tion with Northwestern Mutual Financial Network as a Financial Representative in Cedar Rapids.

Kevin Joens (X99) and Heather Dirks were united in marriage on September 1, 2007 at St. Ludmila’s Catholic Church in Cedar Rapids.

2000sLaura Brandes (X00) and Thomas Ebin-ger (X00) were united in marriage on June 23, 2007 in Iowa City, IA.

Brian Krall (X00) and Sheena McNulty were united in marriage on May 7, 2005. The couple welcomed a son, Cael Joseph on January 1, 2008.

Meg McDonald (X00) and Michael Hansen (X00) were united in marriage on September 8, 2007 in Cedar Rapids.

Justin Bloomberg (X01) and Jessica Lang were united in marriage on October 20, 2007 in Cedar Falls, IA.

Ann Ferguson (X01) and Keith Hiebner were united in marriage on February 2, 2008 in Cedar Rapids.

Angela Russell (X01) and Michael Sharp (L98) were united in marriage on Septem-ber 22, 2007 in Cedar Rapids.

Andy Tiedt (X01) and Bailey Hummer-berg were united in marriage on July 27, 2007 in Cedar Rapids.

Jay Hess (X07) announces his employ-ment with ImOn Communications, LLC in Cedar Rapids, IA.

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What did you keep from your days as a Lancer or Royal? Do you have year-books, pictures, letter jackets, athletic or fine arts programs, buttons, uniforms, notebooks....?

The Xavier Foundation is currently conducting an “Artifact Appeal” for the devel-opment of a Historical Alumni Display to be located inside the main entrance of Xavier High School.

If you have items you think may be of interest or that help tell the special story of our history - please contact the Foundation with a detailed list of artifacts you have. Identify whether you would be willing to donate your items, indefinitely, or would prefer to lend them to be photographed and then returned. You may contact the Foundation in one of the following ways:

1. Phone: (319) 378-45712. E-mail: development@xavierfoundation.org3. Letter: PO Box 10956, Cedar Rapids, IA 52410-0956

Please do not send or bring your items to the Foundation. You will be con-tacted when the physical artifact gathering process is about to begin.

What’s In Your Basement?Foundation Plans Historical Alumni Display