April 13, 2017
Jama Smith, director of resource development for the Allen County Salvation Army,
as well as a social worker and program director, speaks during Trine University’s
Take Back the Night observance Wednesday, April 12, in front of C.W. Sponsel Hall.
Smith emerged as a survivor of rape and sexual assault in September 2015 after 20
years of silence. Angola Mayor Richard Hickman is seated to her right. More than 200
students and community members took part in the event, which observed Sexual Assault
Awareness Month and included a march to Monument Circle as well as a vigil and balloon
launch in support and honor of victims’ rights.
Photos by Dean Orewiler
Trine University honored Kathy Eikenberry, known along with her husband Mike for her service and philanthropy throughout the Greater Fort Wayne area, with its annual Woman of Distinction Award during the university’s annual Touchstone and Homecoming Celebration Dinner on Oct. 3.
Trine University honored alumnus Dr. Tomas Furth, namesake of the university’s T. Furth Center for Performing Arts, as trustee emeritus during its annual Touchstone and Homecoming Celebration Dinner on Friday, Oct. 3.
Rick Henvey, chief executive officer for Parkview Health, was named Trine University’s Pillar of Success during the university’s Touchstone and Homecoming Celebration Dinner on Oct. 3.