Please email comments to [email protected] But there was something different about the crowds who came to say their goodbyes to Pope Francis—crowds so large that the Vatican had to keep the doors of St Peter’s Basilica open throughout the night That something reveals not only the personal charism of Jorge Mario Bergoglio but also the modern transformation of the papacy itself here.” Pope John XXIII famously complained shortly after his election in 1958 he had been a wide-traveling papal diplomat at one point using his diplomatic privileges to help Eastern European Jews escape the Nazis popes never left Italy; if you wanted to see one whose travels to far-off places like India earned him the nickname of “the Pilgrim Pope.” Popes going on the road transformed the role of the papacy To the traditional papal functions of chief teacher and pastor of the world’s Catholics was added the unofficial but essential role of evangelizer-in-chief John Paul II seized on travel as a way of bringing the Gospel to Catholics and other listeners around the world—and also as a way of strengthening the union between the local churches and the Mother Church of Rome As a trained actor and the leading geopolitician of his era John Paul II had great stage presence and knew how to command a crowd he preached Christ to more people in more places than even Billy Graham was able to reach at home in small seminars and visibly uncomfortable on the papal stage Pope Francis’s mode of evangelization was altogether personal His large bloodhound eyes took strangers in and the smile that emerged between his jowls said “I see who you are.” Those same eyes went blank as window shades during must-do meetings: check out the photos of him with President Donald Trump Pope Francis needed to touch and to be in touch That is also the point of many of the stories that have emerged since his death a gay Latino man I met because he had spoken out against the clerics who sexually abused him heard at least once a month from Francis by phone and periodically visited him at the Vatican After the Israeli army left Gaza with a single Catholic church standing Francis called members of the parish almost daily to assure them of his continuing concern The image of Francis embracing the disfigured head of a man with elephantiasis remains iconic His personal example gave new meaning to E more than a quarter-million people who never met him took time to come pay their respects to Pope Francis From the stories they told to reporters eager to hear them it is clear they wanted to say goodbye to a pope they felt they knew and who For most of the Catholics born in this century Francis is the only pope they’ve ever known This kind of personal evangelism is difficult to pass on because it is a gift it took a while to realize the talent that was given him But his need to touch went hand in hand with his innate simplicity his emphasis on mercy as the true mark of a Christian and his insistence that the Church become a “field hospital” for those living on the margins of society His example is there for the next pope to build on the partisanship in and outside the coming conclave—is mere distraction Kenneth L. Woodward is currently writer-in-residence at the Lumen Christi Institute at the University of Chicago Please select what you would like included for printing: Copy the text below and then paste that into your favorite email application DeAnn Hawkins Woodward passed peacefully away on April 23 to Adolph Thomas Hawkins and Sarah Ann (Fawson) She attended the Juarez Academy and Graduated from High School May 29 After graduation she moved to the United States to attend Brigham Young University It was there that she met the love of her life Utah Temple of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints she graduated from BYU with a Bachelor of Science she began working in the lab at the Utah State Hospital as a medical technologist She retired there after 32 years of service and most of all having her children and grandchildren around her She is survived by her sisters (Eunice and Erva) Kristy (Brett) Swanson and Obnette (Ben) Furner and 22 grandchildren and 13 great grandchildren Condolences may be expressed to the family on this page Enter your phone number above to have directions sent via text This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply Service map data © OpenStreetMap contributors the House Committee on Energy and Commerce reported six pieces of legislation to the full House of Representatives Chairman Guthrie issued the following statement after the conclusion of the markup “This markup was another important opportunity for our committee to advance legislation to support the most vulnerable Americans,” said Chairman Guthrie “All of these bipartisan bills reflect our commitment to improving Americans’ health and strengthening our health care system Thank you to all of the sponsors for their hard work to champion this vital legislation.”  Watch the full markup here. Below are key excerpts from yesterday’s markup: Office2125 Rayburn House Office Building Oklahoma Highway Patrol says one person has died after a head-on crash in Woodward County OHP says the crash happened on Saturday near East County Road 31 and South County Road 207 Troopers say both vehicles crossed over the center line and collided head-on was taken to OU Children's Hospital with severe injuries The driver of the other vehicle was treated and released at the scene Troopers say no one was wearing a seatbelt and general news updates from News 9 delivered right to your inbox IA; the son of John Bernard and Gertrude Eloise “Trudy” (Boettner) Woodward.Sunday IA; the son of John Bernard and Gertrude Eloise “Trudy” (Boettner) Woodward graduating from Hamburg High School with the class of 1975 He then attended the University of Nebraska – Lincoln He was united in marriage to Teresa Martin on September 6th at the First Evangelical Lutheran Church in Nebraska City The family made their home in Hamburg where Tom farmed around Hamburg and Watson and worked as a Pioneer seed dealer He was an active member of the Hamburg Community volunteering on many church and community boards including the Grape Community Hospital board where he served as President He was a longtime member of Hamburg Fire and Rescue Tom joined the Nebraska City Volunteer Fire Department Great Western Company where he proudly served until his retirement.  Tom never lost his passion for the Nebraska Cornhuskers.  Through the good years and the bad years he was a diehard fan.  His daughter-in -law brought a special Husker connection to the family as both of her brothers played football for The University of Nebraska in recent years Tom worked hard and played hard.  He loved traveling with his family and never missed an opportunity.  Both Tom and Teresa always shared a love of being in and around water even meeting each other for the first time at a party on the Missouri River.  They eventually created a warm and inviting lake front home for friends and family to enjoy at the Lake of The Ozarks.  The Woodward family has had a long love affair with golf John and Trudy.  Tom played with The Golf Limited Group and The Nomad Golfing Group where he enjoyed spending quality time with friends One of the greatest joys of Tom’s life was being able to farm alongside his father Tyler.  He always had a passion for agriculture and was a true steward of the land and a love for his family that was unmatched.  He gave tirelessly to his community.  Tom will be remembered as a loving family man and a good friend to so many.  He cherished his friendships with most of these lasting the remainder of his life.  He was often described as a “true gentleman.”  but his legacy lives on through his children and family.  He had a very special bond with his children and grandkids and they adored him He was always rooting each one of them on through life Each one of Tom’s children and grandchildren have qualities that exemplify the life that he lived and are his greatest accomplishment.  Those left to cherish his memory include his wife Teresa Woodward of Nebraska City; children: Lexi (Jacob) Klima of Murray NE; four grandchildren: Keith and Emery Klima and Eloise and Charlotte Woodward; sister Jonelle Spiegel of Hamburg IA; nieces and nephews: Andrew (Molly) Spiegel and Kyle (Becca) Spiegel; parents-in-law Pat and Darell Martin; and brother and sister in law Brad and Denise Martin; Uncle Bill (Jo) Woodward Cari (Joe) Robertson Jerry (Jenny) Woodward and many other family and friends A funeral service will be held at 10:30 a.m 2025 at the First United Methodist Church in Nebraska City with a firefighter procession and memorial service The family will greet friends from 5:00 – 7:00 p.m on Tuesday (5/6) at the First United Methodist Church in Nebraska City Memorials may be directed to Hamburg Fire and Rescue or the First United Methodist Church in Nebraska City Gude Funeral Homes in Nebraska City and Hamburg are in charge of arrangements Award-winning author Daniel Mark Epstein joined Phil and Kate on Good Day Columbus to talk about his newest work The world premiere of this new comedy will take place on May 2 at the historic Woodward Opera House in Mount Vernon The show runs the next two weekends, and you can purchase tickets here. "Sometimes waiting in line for your turn can be challenging sometimes exciting and sometimes overwhelming depending on what we are waiting for or who is with us We have all been in the same line since we were born and have been blessed to have really good conversations along the way It is my turn to be at the front of the line and I have been excited but I know they will grow so much more in their relationship with God because of this adversity There are many adversities to come as you get closer to the front of the line but God always takes care of His children and comforts them as we make the journey home May His peace that passes all understanding consume you so when you take your next step in line you will begin to see what I must be seeing now 2025 in the comfort of her home following a brief illness.  AL to Garnett Warren Smith and Arretta DeLay Smith Davis Michael Woodward and wife Stacey Thomas Woodward; daughter She was preceded in death by her parents and a brother Funeral Services will be at 4:00 PM Saturday 2025 in the Chapel of Johnson Funeral Home Visitation Saturday will be from 2:00 PM until the time of service in the funeral home Internment services at Highland Memory Gardens will be private Memorial donations may be made to Operation Christmas Child through Samaritan’s Purse at www.samaritanspurse.org/operation-christmas-child Protesters gathered Saturday at Woodward Park to decry the policies of President Trump. The event comes on the heels of a series of demonstrations across the country at the start of May themed the protest as a “die-in.” Demonstrators brought mock gravestones to symbolize the death of democratic institutions with messages like “KILLED BY RISING PRESCRIPTION COSTS.” theologian-in-residence at Boston Avenue United Methodist Church led the ceremony calling on people to unite “We are here both to mourn the current loss of the country we thought we lived in and because we want to see democracy live,” he said Trump has made historic cuts to the federal government in his quest to root out what he calls unnecessary bureaucracy. Most recently, the Justice Department lifted a school desegregation order in Louisiana and more initiatives dating back to the Civil Rights Movement are expected to fall Supporters say Trump is saving the United States by trimming waste but protestor David Hays said he fears for the rights of minorities like himself “I lived through a period of my life where it was illegal to be gay I’m not going back to the closet,” Hays said Hays is also fighting for the rights of immigrants under threat from federal authorities “ICE is invading homes in Oklahoma City now they’re just taking people up off the street,” he said “I work with a lot of immigrants who are the most amazing people in the world and they’re terrified Julia Karlak, a doctor, brought a mock gravestone symbolizing the death of the free press. Trump issued an executive order late Thursday seeking to freeze all funding for public broadcasters like PBS and NPR Eliana Peluso-Verdend, whose father led the ceremony, brought a sign protesting possible funding cuts to suicide hotline resources for LGBTQ+ youth like themselves A lot of people around me are in danger,” they said She’d always try to teach me in the wings,” Newman once said “There was a glue that held us together then And that glue was this: Anything seemed possible There was only one problem: Newman was already married. The pair, who went on to make 16 films together, carried out an on-again, off-again affair for five years. They costarred as lovers during filming for The Long, Hot Summer in 1957 and by the time the picture hit theaters the following year, Newman had divorced his first wife The pair remained married until Newman’s 2008 death 50 years later Newman and Woodward owned properties in New York Read on to see how the longtime lovers lived at home (He would later take home the real thing for his role in the 1986 sports drama The Color of Money.) Murrow asked Woodward if she’d agree that she’d had a hectic year which featured painted brick walls that they decorated with their somewhat eccentric art collection Though they lived in Hollywood when needed for work “Joanne and I are very whimsical about things like where we live,” Newman once said “But I don’t have much in the way of material possessions beyond the furniture in our New York apartment which I use for getting around in the city… We go out to Hollywood to live whenever Joanne or I have to work there.” but also he had his wife [Woodward] in the back seat and this guy was like 80 and he was making out with his wife They were just PDA and they were giggling and his arm was around her and he’s kissing her.’” The well-appointed space was perfect for entertaining which they did often—sometimes eschewing their more boring housekeeping duties in the process Leaks sprung and mice danced in the walls while they entertained writers and opera directors a coterie of intellectuals who discussed theater and politics,” their daughter Melissa wrote They would go to the theater or the opera or out to dinner with friends.” Newman and Woodward purchased what would become their longtime family estate in Westport The Aspetuck River ran through the bucolic 11-acre plot they dubbed the countryside dwelling Nook House for all of its nooks and crannies An antique brass bell with a pull cord—pictured here behind the star—serves as a quirky doorbell “that no one thinks to look for,” according to daughter Melissa The distinctive bell fit in with Newman’s favored old-world zaftig maidens with cornucopia,” she wrote “When my mother wanted to decorate a summer porch with wicker my father would inevitably arrive home with a massive wooden chandelier painted gold and insist that it must also look like an English pub.” “They had overlapping tastes regarding decor,” Melissa wrote in 2023 “My mother was guided by the chintzy charm of her own mother while my father was happy to clad everything with barnwood and line the walls with snapshots of friends and a disturbing cast of early American portraits of somber children and grim adults.” Newman died of cancer at the Connecticut estate in September 2008. Woodward, who retreated from the public eye following a 2007 Alzheimer’s diagnosis, reportedly still lives there. Send help right to the people and causes you care about Your donation is protected by the GoFundMe Giving Guarantee (FOX26) — “No one NAMIWalks alone,” that’s the mantra we walk by at the community’s most important mental health fundraising event NAMI, the National Alliance on Mental Illness is the nation's largest grassroots mental health organization Join FOX26 and other members of the community for this year's NAMI Walk on Saturday FOX26's own Justin Willis is the emcee of the event we’ll be strong enough to lift hope itself Click here to sign up. 2025 with his loving wife Kathy by his side was the cherished husband and life-long partner of Kathleen M (nee McDevitt) Woodward – they were together for over 57 years and would have celebrated their 48th wedding anniversary this coming May He was the loving father of Danielle Hope Scafidi (Michael) and Connor Michael Woodward (Kaitlin); adoring Grumpy of Leonardo Scafidi and Jade Giannone; dear brother of Patrick Woodward (Susan) and Elizabeth Smith (the late Kenny); beloved son-in law to Amelia McDevitt (the late Jack); and caring brother-in-law of Marybeth McDevitt and Patricia McDevitt He will also be missed by his many nieces and nephews Charles Borromeo School in Drexel Hill and Sacred Heart School in Manoa Woody graduated from Cardinal O’Hara High School (‘71) and earned his bachelor’s degree from LaSalle College (‘75) he bought a Duplex on Burmont Road in 1976 They worked tirelessly side by side over the next 50 years to grow their business into one of the most well-regarded multi-family housing development companies in Pennsylvania Finding his passion early in life gave him the opportunity to travel the world with his bride and provide for his family in immeasurable ways Above all things he devoted his life to his family He loved a good golf course and a great cigar Relatives and friends are invited to his Viewings: 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to The American Brain Tumor Association at abta.org  Woodward-Granger High School has announced the 2025 prom court The king candidates include Chandler Drake The queen candidates include Madison Rodgers The prom king and queen will be crowned during grand march at 5 p.m This year's prom theme is Enchanted Forest The dinner and dance will be held at Lake Robbins Ballroom The family of a deceased nurse is suing the state-managed Woodward Resource Center saying she took her own life after she was fired from her job for reporting the abuse of a resident The lawsuit was filed in Polk County District Court by the family of Shannon Billheimer, an Adair resident who died in April 2023 against Woodward Resource Center and Maxim Healthcare Services The family accuses the Woodward and Maxim of retaliating against Billheimer for issuing a resident abuse complaint causing pain and suffering before her death the family accuses the Woodward Resource Center of failing to maintain a safe work environment by creating a culture that discouraged employees from reporting resident abuse as well as a culture of retaliation against employees who filed reports the suit alleges that Billheimer's termination "would have a chilling effect on employees’ willingness to exercise their rights and would discourage employees from reporting resident abuse." The suit is asking for punitive damages for pain and suffering and for lost wages for Billheimer's estate A previous tort claim filed last year with the State Appeal Board Billheimer began working as a travel nurse at Woodward Resource Center in 2022 the institution provides residential care for people with severe intellectual and developmental disabilities such as those from brain injuries or birth defects It is the only such facility in the state after a second institution, the Glenwood Resource Center, officially shut down last year Billheimer was working at a building that housed residents when she witnessed a male worker yank a resident's head and hit him several times in the face while administering medication The lawsuit claims Billheimer told her husband she needed to report the abuse "but feared retaliation." The family says Billheimer had learned that Woodward had a history of retaliating against employees who filed complaints and had been told by other employees that "snitches get stitches." She did report the abuse to Woodward's director of nursing the lawsuit alleges that Woodward failed to follow its own policies and standards in its investigation into the abuse and that the state "used its investigation to retaliate against (Billheimer) shifting the focus from the abuse to (Billheimer)." In one of her three interviews with state investigators between March 16 and March 31 the investigator accused her of failing to administer an eye drop to the resident State investigators indicated the employee who abused the resident would not be fired following her final interview with state investigators the suit claims Woodward Resource Center's director of nursing told her she was let go because she reported the abuse too late The facility has a rule mandating resident abuse be reported within two hours Billheimer had reported the incident three hours after it occurred The suit alleges her death was caused by the extreme emotional distress she experienced from her termination The Billheimer family declined further comment on the lawsuit Michaela Ramm covers health care for the Des Moines Register. She can be reached at mramm@registermedia.com or at (319) 339-7354 There will be an empty seat at the next family reunion as Lawrence Loren “Larry” Woodward passed away on April 14 to Lawrence Louis Woodward and Marjorie Helena Cantrell He was the first grandchild of Loren Archie Cantrell of Oakland City Larry started grade school in Oakland City where his second-grade teacher was his aunt then completed grade school at Hawthorne School #50 in Indianapolis Larry graduated Indianapolis Arsenal Technical High School in 1950 He attended high school during the day and worked nights at Link-Belt Company working for the firm for a total of 41 years at its South Belmont Avenue location In his early years while working at Link-Belt Larry participated in several bowling leagues He did well with this avocation as he won many trophies building model airplanes and collecting model planes If it had anything to do with transportation He was a big fan of IU basketball – especially when Bobby Knight was coach Larry also enjoyed playing his baby grand piano – but only for himself Woe to anyone who caused him to miss his favorite Saturday evening television program Larry was a member of Living Word Bible Church a member of the Sons of the American Revolution and a member of the Grand Lodge of Indiana Independent Order of Odd Fellows He was faithful to his duties and never could understand why anyone deliberately would go “looking for trouble.” Mary Alice Orange (whom he called his Quarterback); sister-in-law Jerri Orange; five nieces and nephews: Brian (Barrie) Orange; Jayne (Bill) Passon; Julie Leitzel; Jeff (Aandrea) Orange and Brent Orange; also five great-nephews and great-nieces: Eric Leitzel; Chad Orange; Sydney (Andrew) Oberhausen; Delaney Orange; and Aleks Orange-Miller Also surviving are extended family members Tammy Baird and Jimmy Cole who called him “Uncle Larry,” as well as several cousins including Charlotte Cantrell Smith Barnard and her family Graveside memorial service by Pastor Mark Woodard and burial with military rites by the Indianapolis Metropolitan Honor Guard and two individuals from Scott Air Force Base will take place Monday A celebration of life will be held at a date and place to be determined Emergency crews are responding to a reported pipeline explosion in Woodward County the explosion occurred near South County Road 216 and East County Road 53 Crews are actively working the scene as of Sunday afternoon Officials have not yet confirmed which company owns the pipeline involved but officials are en route to the site to assist There is no immediate word on injuries or evacuations Stay with News 9 for live updates as more information becomes available Graham joined the News 9 team in February of 2025 He is dedicated to sharing the diverse stories that have shaped his country and his community in Price Utah to Jack R and Faye Johnson Woodward Kathy was a faithful member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and received her own endowments on June 4 that was kind and loving to all she knew or met despite all of her many health and medical challenges that befell her at an early age Kathy enjoyed reading and learning about the scriptures and many other topics that became an interest to her and she could tell you anything you may want to know about it She very much enjoyed and loved the arts and was very talented in many of its mediums She played the guitar and had a beautiful alto singing voice Kathy was very shy to most but had the most amazing sense of humor with her family and close friends Her greatest joy became interacting with her immediate and extended family She is survived by her brother Ron Woodward and sister Chris Harkness Aunts Geri Piccioni and Pat Johnson; many cousins Veloy Piccioni and Bill Woodward; aunts Ruth Johnson and Barbara Woodward May she rest in Heavenly Peace until we meet again Boys TrackA number of Woodward-Granger’s leaderboard slots were refreshed at the April 22 meet at Southeast Valley where the team placed fourth in the five-program meet The first-place thrower in both the shot put (45-foot-3) and discus (138-00) Kane Mahler-Moreno improved his distance in the latter to move up to the 46th best mark in Class 2A this season Alex Younts’ time of 2 minutes 10 seconds was within inches of first place in the 800-meter run And while Cody Tuel was outside of medalist territory he continued to improve in the 110-meter hurdles logging a time of 18.37 seconds for seventh place Girls TrackWoodward-Granger’s Drake Relays experience was met with a 60th place finish by Jaidyn Achenbach Andrea Nardini and Hayden Thomas in the 4x100 relay Coming in as the 98th-ranked team in the state their time of 51.32 seconds shed nearly a half second off of their previous best mark That ultimately catapulted the group six spots in the Class 2A rankings now situated with the 15th fastest time in the class putting them on a strong trajectory to make it back to the blue oval for the state meet in the next two weeks Outside of Woodward’s appearance in Des Moines the team continued to rise as a unit at the April 22 meet in Southeast Valley with a second-place mark winning both the 100 and 200-meter dashes (hitting a new PR of 27.05 seconds in the latter) Riley McCaulley’s time of 1:03.34 was also a new crestmark for second place Boys GolfWoodward-Granger is looking to shake off an odd streak now marking four-straight days with a third-place finish following their performance on April 24 in Woodward in a four-team meet the Hawks have finished with bronze as a team Max Behrens and Landon Chambers finished in second and fourth The latter notched his best performance of the season Taking in their first round at home this season the Hawks placed first in a WCAC quad meet with Panorama Not only did that improve their previous season-best by double-digits but it is the team’s best score on the course in the past five seasons nine strokes better than Panorama’s second-place finisher Polito’s best score last season as a freshman was 50 on nine holes Ella Chambers and Sophie Smith rounded out the top four with scores of 52 and 53 Nicole Marie (Del Signore) Woodward departed this world on February 20 peacefully welcomed into the presence of her Lord the youngest of four children and cherished only daughter She was lovingly referred to as the "Princess" by her brothers Her journey through life was a beautiful tapestry woven with love Nicole earned her bachelor’s degree in Entrepreneurship and Innovation It was there that she met her beloved husband sharing a life filled with love and devotion Nicole thrived in the business world; however her heart led her to become a full-time mom after welcoming her precious children as she took on the noble role of homeschooling Nicole was known for her subtle wit and magnetic personality Though she often claimed she didn’t want to be the center of attention her friends and family were invariably drawn to her warmth and charisma viewing her as the glue that held their lives together always rejoicing in the presence of her family and the love they shared A devoted Cleveland Browns fan and a supporter of the University of Michigan Nicole embraced her role as a loving partner aligning her cheering with her husband's passions Her love for cobalt blue and fun socks was a reflection of her joyous spirit while her talent for cooking made family gatherings a delightful occasion her favorite books were the Bible and Pride and Prejudice (she even said that she married her Mr She took many cherished trips camping with her family embracing the beauty of nature alongside her adored dog Michael and Mariann Del Signore; her father-in-law Hutch (Angela) Woodward; her sister-in-law Heather (Wayne Grindle) Fendrick; and numerous nieces and though their time together was cut short and deep faith will forever resonate in the hearts of her family and friends Nicole Marie Woodward's life was a testament to the beauty of love and family her memory remaining a guiding light for all who were blessed to know her The family will receive guests on Saturday 2025 from 11:00 am until the start of the Funeral Service at 12:00 pm at Westside Community Church To share a memory of Nicole or to leave a special message for her family Acquisition supports crucial supply chain capacity during time of unprecedented growth (NYSE: GEV) announced today that it has completed its acquisition of Woodward Inc.’s heavy duty gas turbine combustion parts business based in Greenville This acquisition plays an important role in GE Vernova's strategy to invest in U.S while also strengthening its domestic supply chain “The completion of this acquisition adds resilience to our supply chain, aiming to deliver greater value to our customers and the energy sector,” said Eric Gray “I’m excited to now officially welcome these experts to the GE Vernova team and integrate them into our business.” Combustion parts like those manufactured by these experts play an integral role in GE Vernova’s industry-leading gas turbines supporting customers’ ability to meet growing energy demands from load growth The close of this acquisition is in addition to the Company’s previously announced plans to invest more than $160 million and hire more than 650 new employees at its Greenville facility which has had a strong presence in South Carolina for more than 50 years The team will be led by Shane Long GE Vernova acquired all assets related to Woodward and the financial terms of the acquisition are not being disclosed GE Vernova’s Gas Power business engineers advanced efficient natural gas-powered technologies and services along with decarbonization solutions that aim to help electrify a lower carbon future It is a global leader in gas turbines and power plant technologies and services with the industry’s largest installed base.  Forward-Looking StatementsThis document contains forward-looking statements – that is statements related to future events that by their nature address matters that are These forward-looking statements often address GE Vernova’s expected future business and financial performance and financial condition and the expected performance of its products the impact of its services and the results they may generate or produce and often contain words such as “expect,” “anticipate,” “intend,” “plan,” “believe,” “seek,” “see,” “will,” “would,” “estimate,” “forecast,” “target,” “preliminary,” or “range.” Forward-looking statements by their nature address matters that are such as statements about planned and potential transactions investments or projects and their expected results and the impacts of macroeconomic and market conditions and volatility on the Company’s business operations financial results and financial position and on the global supply chain and world economy All rights reserved.GE and the GE Monogram are trademarks of General Electric Company used under trademark license GE Vernova | Vice President of Investor Relations the first child of Melvin and Anna Woodward She attended the University of Iowa for a short time DC and worked at Kennedy airport for several years She returned to Iowa and worked at Joe Morten Insurance Agency in South Sioux City Nebraska and worked for All American Insurance and then State Farm Insurance She retired from State Farm in 2016 and returned to Sioux City to be near her family.She loved to travel and enjoyed a trip to Switzerland and a short visit to Canada She was a happy person and enjoyed the many close friends she met in the many locations she lived She spent the last many years enjoying family get-togethers with her sister nephews and nieces.She is survived by her sister June Woodward and Darlene Woodward; her great nieces Izabell and Bella Woodward; her great nephews Oliver Bennett Bella.She was preceded in death by her parents uncles and cousins.A graveside service will be planned at a later date.  to George and Phyllis (Brown) Woodward.  with his sister Lois and brother Tom in the Amazon jungle of Peru His parents were missionaries with Wycliffe Bible Translators Don loved waking up each morning to the chatter of tropical birds and monkeys and to the rumble of his father’s plane taking off on the grass strip next to their house This rich childhood became the foundation of Don’s adult life: his choice to become an aviator and a missionary in cultural anthropology from Bethel College in St certificates in Missionary Aviation Technology and A&P from Moody Aviation in Elizabethton in international business from Newman University in Wichita Don attended Faith Mennonite Church where he met and later married Joan Schrock Together they raised their family of three girls: Laurel Mae Don served as a pilot/mechanic in the Democratic Republic of Congo from 1994-1999 commissioned by the General Board of Global Ministries of the United Methodist Church and personnel to remote hospitals and communities difficult to reach by road He felt strongly that the work of the church should not just be done by expatriate missionaries and so worked hard to find pathways to training for individuals who had a passion to serve where Don worked as a flight instructor for Hesston College Aviation Don established an annual symposium called ‘Aviation as Mission’ to encourage students to consider how they could integrate their faith into their careers in aviation Don pivoted to Cessna (Textron Aviation) in Wichita working as the manager of the Flying Club and later as a demonstration pilot He especially loved international work trips Border crossings and cultural/linguistic challenges did not rattle him; he enjoyed the process and finding solutions but it was the connections with people that fueled him Family was one of Don’s greatest priorities creating massive paper maché projects He deeply valued his relationships with his extended families as well: nieces but he was also always ready to engage in deep conversations on difficult topics.  Don was a member of Shalom Mennonite Church in Newton Don served as a Sunday school teacher and youth group leader encouraging youth and adults to put faith into action He led singing with the children before Sunday School classes and regularly contributed his musical gifts during worship he remained hopeful and positive about life He approached his treatments with determination and his focus remained on relationships and living in the moment Don is survived by his life partner Joan Schrock-Woodward; his “three beautiful little girls” Laurel and Hayley; beloved grandchildren Auden and Ludo; and siblings Tom (Bev) Woodward and Lois (Bryan) Varenkamp He is preceded in death by his parents George and Phyllis Woodward.  A celebration of life will be held at 2:00 PM on Saturday, December 21, 2024 at Shalom Mennonite Church in Newton. The service can be live streamed here - http://www.youtube.com/live/3VLQxz9gUg4 In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Shalom Mennonite Church local outreach (memo: Don Woodward memorial), Wings of the Morning (Southern Congo), or Paris Mennonite Center (Mennonite Mission Network) at Prewitt’s Chapel Cemetery in Hornbeck Officiating the service will be Pastor Nick Hilton 1959 to William Woodward and Norma Woodward in Lawton Arkansas and Rhonda Terracciano and husband Honoring Gary as pallbearers will be Chris Longoria Lamar Mitchell will be an honorary pallbearer who will dispense advice for campers.While the summer camp prioritizes youngsters have two weeks of adult sessions where skiers and snowboarders 18 and older can work on their freestyle skills also plan to stay open for part of next month passed away peacefully in her home on February 13 Utah to John Edgar and Tressie Ann Pierce Johnson Faye married Jack R Woodard (Woody) on March 20 Faye was a faithful and active member in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints serving in many callings from Gospel Doctrine Teacher to being blessed to serve for 22 years in the Salt Lake Temple with her sweetheart Faye was an avid genealogist and worked doing Icelandic extractions at the Church Library where she was able to find many of her ancestors She had a beautiful singing voice and enjoyed singing in many choirs Her greatest joy was loving and caring for her family and many friends daughters Kathy Woodward and Chris Harkness Michael Shawn (Stacy) and Michael Ray Woodward with 16 great-grandchildren and many nieces and nephews Preceded in death by her sweetheart Jack (Woody) Faye will be missed by her family and all who knew her A viewing will be held from 11:00-12:45 p.m CAFFS, which launched at the start of the 2024–2025 academic year aims to become a leading hub for academic freedom and free speech and safeguard these values for future generations “Revisiting the Woodward Report: Free Expression on College Campuses,” reflected on the goals and legacy of the report as well as the critical importance of free speech on university campuses the Report of the Committee on Freedom of Expression at Yale — commonly known as the Woodward Report — set the standard for Yale’s policies promoting the exercise of free expression and a culture of civil discourse throughout the university community To open the conference, Dean Heather K. Gerken spoke about the deep expertise of David Boies Professor of Law Keith E. Whittington who directs the center, and outlined why the ability to think freely and question everything are central principles for the academy and the legal profession “Keith is one of the country’s foremost experts on free speech and academic freedom,” Gerken said “He’s an astonishingly productive scholar who nonetheless finds time to play a leading role in the ever-changing conversation on these issues.” “Free speech and academic freedom are the touchstones of any academic institution the twin guarantees of a robust scholarly life,” Gerken added “They create space for disagreement and dissent — the intellectual oxygen that fuels cutting-edge research Free speech and academic freedom are the touchstones of any academic institution the twin guarantees of a robust scholarly life.”—Dean Heather K The latter program is designed to foster discourse across the political and ideological spectrum and reinforce the core values of lawyering.  “There is no more important time to affirm our commitment to the values underlying the Woodward Report and Keith’s new center I have told my students that letting others speak freely is the bare minimum we require of them and treat those with whom they disagree as people of good faith I tell my students that the hard work of lawyering — like the hard work of scholarship — requires humility and a relentless willingness to question everything Yale University President Maurie McInnis also spoke at the conference reflecting on the Woodward Report’s enduring legacy at Yale.  “Free expression is a part of this institution’s DNA … This is an environment where the best education is possible because we allow people to explore their ideas openly which gives them the freedom to be okay with being wrong “The research and teaching taking place at the Law School — and many other parts of campus — demonstrate that Yale isn’t merely marking a landmark anniversary for the Woodward Report but recommitting ourselves anew to its core values.”  The research and teaching taking place at the Law School — and many other parts of campus — demonstrate that Yale isn’t merely marking a landmark anniversary for the Woodward Report but recommitting ourselves anew to its core values.” —Yale University President Maurie McInnis Whittington said that he was grateful to Dean Gerken and the Law School for its enthusiasm and support in establishing CAFFS He noted that the Woodward Report’s 50th anniversary presented a “useful and important opportunity to … talk through free expression on campus as well as the report’s particular legacy here at Yale.” “I’m delighted that we were able to bring together leading scholars to share their perspectives on the production of the Woodward Report and its legacy at Yale and to explore the broader issues and themes raised by the Woodward Report relating to free expression on college campuses,” said Whittington and disinvitation and the proper place on college campuses for debating controversial social and political ideas remain pressing ones and I’m grateful for the conference participants helping us think through these issues.” Whittington’s teaching and scholarship span American constitutional theory American political and constitutional history The Battle Over University Classrooms” (2024) “Repugnant Laws: Judicial Review of Acts of Congress from the Founding to the Present” (2019) and “Speak Freely: Why Universities Must Defend Free Speech” (2018) as well as “Constitutional Interpretation” (1999) “Political Foundations of Judicial Supremacy” (2007) and other works on constitutional theory and law and politics “Reflections on the Woodward Report at Yale,” featured James C professor emeritus at the University of Georgia an attorney and member of the original Committee on Freedom of Expression at Yale director of the Free Exercise Clinic at the Law School A second panel offered perspectives on the topic “The Woodward Report and Campus Free Expression” from Harvard Law School professor Randall L University of Pennsylvania professor Sigal Ben-Porath University of Richmond President Emeritus Ronald A and history professor Amna Khalid of Carleton College.  Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit offered concluding remarks on the need for civility and professionalism in public life and in lawyering and Professor Whittington for holding the conference and creating a forum to talk about these important issues “We’re bound to disagree on virtually every issue I would submit that’s precisely what makes America so successful We’re successful not because we’re all the same but because we’re all so different — different backgrounds and viewpoints — yet we come together as one nation,” said Ho we have different views and many different voices but we find a way to harness this diversity to get the best out of everyone and we respect the fact that the best ideas will emerge when we engage in robust and fearless debate and we’re not afraid to compete in any form 203.432.4992 Receive 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Confusion and anger are spreading in the town of Woodward as community members raise questions about the county sheriff News 9 visited the Woodward County Sheriff’s Office where the front desk clerk shared that Sheriff Kevin Mitchell is currently in Panama Residents are raising concerns because the sheriff has allegedly been gone for more than 30 days The front desk clerk at the sheriff’s office told News 9 off camera that Mitchell is in constant communication with the office in Woodward via email the undersheriff oversees day-to-day operations residents at Monday’s County Commission meeting argued it’s a waste of taxpayer dollars to pay a county employee who is not present in the county But I want my sheriff to be here in this county doing his job,” Ray Bayliff Minutes from Monday's board meeting acknowledge that several community members voiced concerns Ward 1 County Commissioner Troy White confirmed to News 9 in a statement Wednesday “[the board] requested a legal opinion from District Attorney Chris Boring regarding concerns brought forth in our public meeting by citizens in attendance and to offer guidance moving forward in accordance with Oklahoma state statutes.” It’s unclear when the DA is expected to return that opinion to the board News 9 also reached out to the District Attorney’s office and Sheriff Mitchell for a statement but did not hear back Cameron Joiner was born and raised in Texas but found her home in the Sooner state after studying Broadcast Journalism at the University of Oklahoma Cameron Joiner joined the News 9 team as a Multimedia Journalist in January of 2023 Sign in Join now, it's FREE! TN (GO VOLS!) to Atisha and Lee Woodward on December 17 He enjoyed spending time with family and friends and working on anything with wheels and an engine Kevin is preceded in death by his maternal grandparents He is also survived by the mother of his children We would like to extend a very special thanks to all of Kevin’s childhood friends and all of the coworkers that have sat with Kevin and shared tears The family will host a Celebration of Life on September 22 2024 from 2:00-6:00 PM at 2300 State Hwy 48 We ask that those who come to celebrate be respectful to Kevin’s memory and mindful of his family during this time  In lieu of flowers, we ask that a thoughtful donation be made in Kevin’s honor to the gofundme set up for Memphis and Adaline at https://www.gofundme.com/f/secure-a-future-for-kevins-beloved-kids Please visit Kevin's online guestbook at www.sykesfuneralhome.com and share a memory with the family.  Air France-KLM has filed a complaint against U.S.-based parts supplier Woodward with French competition authorities over alleged anti-competitive practices affecting engine part purchasing The group has lodged a complaint with France’s competition watchdog stating that Woodward is preventing Air France-KLM from pooling the purchase of engine parts across group airlines and its maintenance arm the source said.“Air France KLM Group confirms having recently filed a complaint before the French Competition Authority against one of the leading manufacturers of engine aircraft components Woodward Inc for abusive practices in relation to the aircraft maintenance market (MRO) affecting interests of AFKLM customers,” a spokesperson for the group said.“Woodward is cooperating with the French Competition Authority to correct some apparent misunderstandings or mischaracterizations of our activities and markets,” a Woodward spokesperson told Aviation Week “We are not otherwise able to comment further on the details at present.”According to the source the complaint relates to engine parts purchasing in markets including France for the group’s three airlines—Air France KLM and Transavia—as well as for its maintenance subsidiary Air France KLM Maintenance & Engineering A spokesperson for the Autorité de la Concurrence said the watchdog did not comment on complaints or whether they had been received The standard process after a competition complaint is received would be for the authority to file an initial notification of the complaint That would be followed by a dawn raid to gather information with the timeline for any subsequent investigation varying depending on the circumstances of the case As part of broader supply chain issues that have affected the industry in recent years airlines have been facing difficulties in sourcing components This has led to aircraft being grounded for extended periods and in some cases airlines needing to wet lease in replacements to ensure the necessary capacity to operate their schedules “This legal action is deemed necessary to restore and maintain a level playing field in the component MRO market to the benefit of the aviation industry and customers ultimately passengers,” the Air France-KLM spokesperson said “The group remains committed to ensure that the competitive landscape in which it operates is not hindered by an increasing number of malpractices by equipment manufacturers.”   Helen Massy-Beresford covers European and Middle Eastern airlines the European Commission’s air transport policy and the air cargo industry for Aviation Week & Space Technology and Aviation Daily insight and analysis from our award-winning editors delivered to your inbox daily Watch the Live-Stream of the Funeral Service HERE.     at the Rocky Mountain Care Center in Heber City.    She was born October 26  She married Don Hunt and they later divorced  She was then with Aaron Pace for over 30 years.    Karma loved the outdoors and she would travel and have adventures wherever she could  She and Aaron liked to find ghost towns and old cemeteries  She was very open-minded and accepting and was always willing to help people in need  She learned to work hard as a youth on her father’s cattle ranch she was a Cub Scout Leader for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints      She loved spending time with her family  Her grandkids were her greatest pride and joy she spoiled them and often was the one that taught them how to drive  She is deeply loved and will be greatly missed.    Karma is survived by her husband & Amanda Hunt; McKenzie Green; Kali Jorengson; Nikki & Sammie Bumgarner; Samantha Payment; 9 great-grandchildren; siblings Cedarview; and numerous nieces and nephews      She was preceded in death by her son Kaylee Karma Anne Green.    Funeral services will be held on Saturday at the Hullinger Mortuary with a viewing an hour prior to the services    Burial will be in the Cedarview Cemetery North English- Betty Jane Woodward was born July 28 the daughter of Carroll Leroy and Luella Jane (Carter) Marine She graduated from English Valleys High School Betty Jane was united in marriage to Donald Eugene Woodward at Champion Hill Methodist Church she worked at Farmer’s Savings Bank in North English cleaned houses and later worked as a clerk at the University of Iowa until retirement Betty Jane was a member of the Red Hats Society and the United Methodist Women watching sports especially the Iowa Hawkeyes and Indiana Fever and attending as many of her grandchildren and great grandchildren’s activities as she could She is survived by her two daughters Mary Beth (David) Knipfer of North English and Jane Ann (David) Croft of Washington; four grandchildren Betsy (Mitch) Frazier of Parnell Kile (Laci) Knipfer of North English and Jaime (Gene) Moothart of New Sharon; eleven great grandchildren: Kaylee Savannah and Hudson Knipfer and Zoey and Nora Moothart; a sister Margaret Lown of North English; a brother Clifford (Rita) Marine of Wellman; and numerous nieces and nephews She was preceded by her parents; husband; and two nephews Funeral Services will be 11:00 am on Saturday at the Powell Funeral Home in North English Burial will follow in the Yankee Point Cemetery Visitation will be on Saturday from 9 am until service time Memorials may be given to the North English Fire Department or Essence of Life Hospice Messages and tributes may be left at www.powellfuneralhomes.com All text and images © Powell Funeral Homes or published elsewhere without explicit permission All text and images © Powell Funeral Homes Woodward Inc (WWD, Financial), an independent designer, manufacturer, and service provider of control solutions for the aerospace and industrial markets, has released its 10-Q filing on May 1 The company's financial performance indicates a positive trajectory with net sales increasing to $883,629 for the three months ended March 31 up from $835,343 in the same period the previous year a 12.3% increase from the prior year's $97,556 with basic EPS climbing from $1.61 to $1.83 and diluted EPS from $1.56 to $1.78 These figures underscore Woodward's financial resilience and potential for sustained growth Robust Financial Performance: Woodward Inc (WWD, Financial) has demonstrated a solid financial performance with a notable increase in net earnings by 12.3% in the recent quarter compared to the same period last year This growth is a testament to the company's ability to maintain profitability and manage costs effectively The net sales growth from $835,343 to $883,629 alongside a consistent gross margin above 70% indicates strong demand for Woodward's products and services as well as efficient production capabilities Dominant Aerospace Segment: The Aerospace segment is a significant strength for Woodward Inc (WWD, Financial) contributing a substantial portion of the firm's orders With a remaining performance obligation of $3.11 million the segment is poised for continued revenue generation primarily related to aerospace applications suggests a stable and potentially growing market presence underpinned by long-term customer agreements and a reputation for reliable R&D and SG&A Expenses: While Woodward Inc (WWD, Financial) invests in research and development (R&D) to maintain its competitive edge the costs associated with these activities represent a significant portion of net sales With R&D costs at 4.2% and SG&A expenses at 9.5% of net sales there is a need to balance innovation with cost control to ensure long-term profitability Dependence on Key Customers: Woodward Inc (WWD, Financial) has a customer concentration risk with significant sales attributed to a few key customers could pose a challenge if there are shifts in demand or if relationships with these customers are affected by external factors Expansion in Emerging Markets: Woodward Inc (WWD, Financial) has the opportunity to expand its presence in emerging markets where demand for aerospace and industrial control solutions is growing By leveraging its existing strengths and reputation Woodward can capture a larger market share and diversify its revenue streams Technological Advancements: The company is well-positioned to benefit from technological advancements in energy control solutions Woodward can develop new products that meet the evolving needs of the aerospace and industrial sectors particularly in areas such as sustainable energy and electrification Market Volatility: Woodward Inc (WWD, Financial) operates in markets that are subject to economic cycles and geopolitical risks Fluctuations in the aerospace and industrial sectors can impact demand for Woodward's products potentially affecting the company's financial performance Competitive Pressure: The industry in which Woodward operates is highly competitive with several established players and new entrants Woodward must continuously innovate and offer cost-effective solutions without compromising on quality or performance In conclusion, Woodward Inc (WWD, Financial) presents a strong financial profile with growth in net earnings and sales the company must navigate challenges such as high R&D and SG&A expenses and customer concentration risk Opportunities for expansion in emerging markets and technological advancements offer promising avenues for growth Woodward must remain vigilant against market volatility and competitive pressures to sustain its success The company's strategic focus on core competencies as evidenced by recent divestitures and acquisitions positions it well to capitalize on its strengths and mitigate potential threats is designed to provide general insights and is not tailored financial advice Our commentary is rooted in historical data and analyst projections and is not intended to serve as specific investment guidance It does not formulate a recommendation to purchase or divest any stock and does not consider individual investment objectives or financial circumstances Be aware that our analysis might not incorporate the most recent price-sensitive company announcements or qualitative information GuruFocus holds no position in the stocks mentioned herein Deemed both a force of nature and a force for nature the Stanford energy champion has propelled thousands of students and expanded access to energy education worldwide Jane Woodward took a Stanford class about energy systems that changed her life – full stop “It was like I’d found the keys to the kingdom,” she said confessing that the class so inspired her that she went to the phone booth and called the famed authors of both of the course textbooks one on the geopolitics of energy (Energy Future by Daniel Yergin) and the other on the opportunities for radical improvements in efficiency (Soft Energy Paths by Amory Lovins) “I love your book and it has changed the way I see the world.” Fast forward nearly 45 years, and Woodward, MS ’82, MBA ’87, has had a strong hand in the current version of that very class – now called Understand Energy – for more than three decades she has continued to spot gaps in the Stanford energy ecosystem and stepped in to help fill them On Oct. 25, Woodward was honored with the Stanford Doerr School of Sustainability’s 2024 Distinguished Alumni Award which recognizes alumni who have made highly significant Arun Majumdar “I have had the great privilege to have known Jane since I joined Stanford and the Precourt Institute for Energy,” he said “She is what we might call a super-connector – and I’m going to paraphrase this as a super-conductor – because her role in connecting people and reducing friction in that process is absolutely spectacular.” Woodward has deep roots in Silicon Valley; in fact “‘I think the doctors might’ve stuck some sort of magnet inside of me when I was born there I haven’t gone very far for very long.’” In 65 years she has spent all but six of those in Palo Alto much of that time within one block of campus Her proximity and service to the campus community have been a boon to the university “Everything I do at Stanford I call my incredibly rewarding avocation I don’t cook much and I don’t play pickleball I would like to do those things – but I like this a lot more “But I couldn’t do any of it if I didn’t live a block away Woodward points to the fact that her life has followed the evolution of Silicon Valley Her father was a market researcher for SRI – then the Stanford Research Institute – and she witnessed the meteoric rise of technology in her hometown She remembers when the region was still nicknamed the Valley of Heart’s Delight for the apricot and peach orchards that lined the Peninsula When she took student groups to China (2006–2016) for a course she created called China Energy Systems she packed dried apricots as gifts for Chinese hosts a tribute to Silicon Valley’s lesser-known history.  “I feel like I won a lottery ticket that I was born here and I’ve had this gravitational attraction to be part of the Stanford community even coming here as a graduate student – twice.” In 2016, Woodward established The Foster Museum in Palo Alto to showcase the watercolors of British explorer-artist Tony Foster and “inspire connection to art and protection of place.” The collection depicts wilderness locations Woodward studied geology as an undergraduate at the University of California She returned to the Farm to pursue a master’s in engineering geology “My earliest memory of Jane is sitting around a table in Mitchell with all of us incoming students,” said John Moragne the students shared their intended academic focus but I like fieldwork.’ That’s exactly how I felt Stephan Graham the school’s Welton Joseph and Maud L’Anphere Crook Professor of Applied Earth Sciences and former dean remembers when Woodward and Moragne came knocking on his door in search of an advisor and they became his second and third graduate advisees “They were both clearly of an applied bent,” Graham recalled They contacted researchers in Louisiana for a dataset on submarine landslides in the Gulf of Mexico Woodward started her career as a petroleum geologist with ARCO returning once again to Stanford for her MBA shortly thereafter a private energy investment firm that focused very early in unconventional natural gas reservoirs and shale gas MAP evolved to add incubation of large portfolios of wind and energy storage project development assets in the United States Soon after the sale of the renewable assets in 2020 early-stage climate tech venture fund of funds – a pooled investment vehicle to provide diversification for new investors in this emerging sector That is the only way to describe the transformative effect of Jane Woodward’s leadership as entrepreneur and mentor to a generation of alumni responding to the most urgent calls of our time.”– Holmes Hummel Precourt Institute for Energy; Resident Fellow Explore Energy House; Founder and Executive Director “I’ve never met anyone as laser-focused on getting things done, and done right. She once had a plane fly a banner over the Stanford Stadium to recruit students to her Understand Energy course. All while running a highly successful, innovative business to advance clean energy. Driven, creative, generous, and a great friend, that’s how I think of Jane – truly a force of nature.”– Sally Benson “I was a student of Jane’s 17 years ago, and her Understand Energy class was a foundational experience for me and thousands of other students over the years. She has ignited a passion in countless students across the university to pursue careers in energy and sustainability.”– David Mount Emmett Interdisciplinary Program in Environment and Resources; Partner “Her network is an incredible force for good. Her students have gone on to literally run VCs or they’re in government or at the DOE or they’re professors. She is a multiplier. She just connects them and launches them into being these amazing changemakers.”– Diana Gragg Precourt Institute for Energy; Core Lecturer “Her business has been very successful. But over time, seeing the need to make transitions in our energy system from hydrocarbons to things that are more sustainable, she’s been a leader. She’s always been insightful in the direction in which the energy system had to go and has been an activist in moving to that direction.”– Stephan Graham Welton Joseph and Maud L’Anphere Crook Professor of Applied Earth Sciences “Her legacy is the men and women whom she has inspired. In particular, she has forged a path for women in the energy industry that has historically been hard for women to enter. Jane is a fearless and generous leader, always extending a hand to people who want to learn and contribute but need a little guidance.”– John Moragne Stanford first invited Woodward to teach in 1991 “I thought someone had offered me a Willy Wonka ticket,” she said and she quickly set about finding ways to make Understand Energy more experiential Woodward created pioneering field trips to get students to places like the largest geothermal field in the world – the Geysers about 72 miles north of San Francisco – or to the billion-barrel San Ardo Oil Field two hours south of campus The students saw firsthand how these industries work and how to think critically about their impact for every 100 barrels that come out of the ground “You just can’t get it unless you see it,” Woodward said Later, for other classes during spring break, she brought students to Basalt, Colorado, to learn about energy efficiency from Amory Lovins at the think tank Rocky Mountain Institute and to China to witness the scale of that nation’s energy infrastructure Amidst the complex logistics of delivering these immersive learning experiences Woodward would bring her three young daughters as special guests on the trips Diana Gragg said the course “literally changed my trajectory and what I wanted to do.” Gragg is the managing director for the Precourt Institute’s Explore Energy program, the university’s hub for student energy education, and she now leads and co-teaches the course that altered her life alongside Woodward and Kirsten Stasio an adjunct lecturer and CEO of the Nevada Clean Energy Fund “She likes to make others more successful at what they’re passionate about.” Woodward is also fascinated by missing pieces – especially those that impact Stanford students interested in energy and decarbonization but just the recognition that it’s hard for institutions to do things that are interstitial – that are in-between,” she said about her aim to help students with wayfinding “The navigation is important for helping people get all the good stuff while they’re at Stanford You’re only in the candy store for a short period of time.” Woodward is deeply committed to energy literacy – including efficiency and equity topics receiving growing interest yet not well practiced or taught relative to their importance in solving systemic energy needs If you find a Stanford initiative related to energy that’s knitting together disparate groups on campus odds are good that if you tug on the string long enough you’ll find Woodward standing at the other end to being the longest-standing member of the Precourt Institute for Energy Advisory Council – there’s Jane Woodward Or you might find her standing in her backyard every September, addressing more than 100 graduate students in their first days on campus for the closing dinner of the graduate student energy orientation program Energy@Stanford & SLAC these incredible graduate students who have come from Mumbai or Kansas City,” she said “it’s like they arrived at Stanford with a superhero cape on They’re going to make the world a better place.” As someone whose parents died when she was young Woodward has emerged with tremendous resilience and inner fortitude Her commitment to hope is reflected in her drive “I’m just one of many people trying to help us evolve where we desperately need to go and where Stanford has extraordinary superpowers to leverage.” The Precourt Institute for Energy is part of the Stanford Doerr School of Sustainability Arun Majumdar is the Jay Precourt Professor in the Stanford Doerr School of Sustainability and a professor of mechanical engineering, of energy science and engineering, of photon science, and, by courtesy, of materials science and engineering. He is also a senior fellow at the Stanford Woods Institute for the Environment and the Precourt Institute for Energy Our alumni are changing the world. Each year, we recognize alumni for their highly significant contributions to addressing today’s sustainability challenges and celebrate their long-lasting impact on the Stanford community and on the world. Submit your nomination for the 2025 Distinguished Alumni Award today A self-described 'accidental environmentalist' tells photographic stories about Earth often taken from a glider and always with an expansive view on the world Geophysicist and world tectonics leader applies her scientific knowledge for risk reduction Geologist and science historian earns Stanford Earth’s highest alumni honor Stanford complies with all applicable civil rights laws and does not engage in illegal preferences or discrimination Stanford's non-discrimination policy we lost our dear friend William “Harvey” Woodward He was a beloved member of the Kent community and will be deeply missed 1950 in Ravenna and graduated from Crestwood High School Harvey was a regular at several Kent establishments and was well known for his stories and his chivalry His passing has left a void in the Kent community and he will never be forgotten by those who knew and loved him Leighton Woodward and Gertrude Lehtine; and brothers Harvey was laid to rest at Grandview Memorial Park and a Celebration of Life will be held at a later date Services in the care of Bissler and Sons Funeral Home and Crematory (Ed. Note: This article is part of our 2024-25 season coverage, which will run for the six weeks preceding the first official games of the year on Nov. 4. To access all of our high school and college preview content for this season, click here.) Jeff Woodward’s basketball future hung in the balance this offseason The Methacton grad received his degree in psychology from Colgate University in the spring then put his name in the transfer portal after his senior year He had one season of eligibility remaining It was a year he wasn’t even sure he wanted to take Jeff Woodward (above) has played in 120 games already in his Colgate career Woodward’s years at Colgate had seen him contribute to four straight Patriot League championships It was a college career most players would dream of should that have been it?” Woodward told CoBL during a late September conversation “Should I end on the high note of winning our fourth straight?” Woodward decided he wanted to take advantage of the extra year of COVID eligibility He withdrew his name from the portal to stay at Colgate — and play one final season of competitive basketball.  The affable mountain man who’s been doubling as a key part of the Raiders’ frontcourt over the last four years is calling it a basketball career after this year While he could likely extend his career overseas thanks to his 6-foot-11 Woodward is instead applying to graduate programs to become a licensed clinical therapist He said he’s known for more than a year that his college career would be the end of the road in terms of his playing competitive hoops.  “I never really had crazy dreams of playing overseas or trying to make a run trying to play in the NBA,” Woodward said I want to use basketball as a vehicle to advance myself and to put myself in great positions moving forward It’s a decision that didn’t come as a surprise in the slightest to Colgate coach Matt Langel the former Penn standout and Temple assistant who’s now in his 14th year as the Raiders’ head coach “I’ve said this for a long time the best thing about Jeff Woodward is he’s very comfortable with who he is and I think in life that’s one of the greatest things that an individual can ever come to terms with,” Langel said but he’s very understanding and embracing of who he is That reality makes this season extra-special for Woodward who’s going to have a fifth college year unlike any of those that came before it with 18 of his 25 career starts coming as a senior He’s been a significant contributor all four years averaging 8.0 ppg and 4.3 rpg as a freshman playing 15 games in the COVID-shortened season as Colgate captured its second Patriot League title in three years.  Woodward and Colgate held an open practice at Philly Youth Basketball earlier this offseason he also went slightly viral for a moment in the NCAA Tournament hitting a baby hook shot over Arkansas’ Ethan Henderson and giving him the ‘too small’ gesture on the way back down the court Woodward’s production has been fairly consistent throughout: 6.4 ppg and 4.1 rpg in his first full season as a sophomore leaving him 161 points shy of 1,000.  he’s shared the frontcourt with Keegan Records one year older and at 6-10 one of the most talented bigs in the league A two-time First Team All-Patriot League selection Records started 117 of 119 games the last four years finishing his career with 1,459 points.  leaving Woodward without his good friend and teammate for the first time and 7-0 freshman center Cameron Brennan are the only other two true bigs on the roster “I’ve felt for a long time we’ve had two of if not the two best big people in our league,” Langel said but they’re not as old and experienced as he is.” Woodward is the only fifth-year in the Colgate program the other three members of last year’s senior class electing to end their hoops careers or do a graduate transfer year elsewhere Only two others on this year’s roster are seniors and two are juniors; nine of the 14 Raiders are underclassmen who wants to make sure that the success he’s experienced throughout his college career continues.  “It’s been giving me a chance to embrace more of a mentor-coach role rather than just exclusively focusing on the basketball side of things,” Woodward said especially with how young the team has been.” Woodward (above) has been part of four straight Patriot League championship teams It’s no secret that Langel has built Colgate into the powerhouse of the Patriot League winning four straight championships and five of the last six Woodward’s teams have gone 88-33 (.727) in four years including a dominant 60-6 mark in the Patriot League.  “It really has been something special,” Woodward said “Since I’ve gotten on campus my freshman year “No one on our team has ever experienced not winning the conference championship And that’s always a little scary — yes but we also don’t know what it feels like to not win [...] I think (Langel) is trying to do his best to get us to realize that every other team in our league Langel said he’s not sure exactly how many minutes Woodward will play this season having never needed to rely on him for more than 18-20 mpg There’s no doubt he’ll have the big man out there as much as he can both for his ability to facilitate and score from the post as well as for his on-court leadership and IQ Asked about the impact he was leaving in Hamilton Woodward noted that he was still “hopefully creating even more of a legacy,” but there isn’t much he can do in this last fifth of his college career to erase the first four The only thing unaccomplished is a win in the NCAA Tournament but only four Patriot League teams in history have ever pulled that off.  “I just want people to remember how hard I played and how I was willing to do whatever it took to help our team win,” he said “Whether that’s carrying water bottles on and off the bus or scoring 14 points and hitting the ‘too small’ celebration in March Madness doing whatever it takes to try and get our team a win in a game in a drill “I just want them to remember the impact I had on my teammates and the people within the Hamilton community and leave behind a positive impression on them.” MN passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday October 2nd Deanna Marie Sigrist was born on September 30th Minnesota to Kenneth and Lennis (Rauenhorst) Sigrist of rural Pine Island She grew up on a dairy farm with her younger brother Bryan and graduated Valedictorian of her high school class of 1976 she attended Hamline University earning a bachelors degree in Religion in 1980.  While in college she met her husband Illinois to attend Garrett Evangelical Theological Seminary She and Mark graduated from Seminary in 1983 She was ordained as an Elder in the United Methodist Church in 1985 She went on to serve several churches; internship at West Ridge in Chicago Illinois; Wykoff and Fountain United Methodist Churches (1983-1991); Evangel United Methodist Church in Rochester Minnesota (1995- 2003); Plainview and Kellogg Spring Valley and Preston United Methodist churches as part of the Maple Leaf Parish in 2014 She took an extended leave in the early 1990’s to be a stay-at-home mom while her daughters were young traveling across the United States on bus tours She is survived by her husband of 44 years Mark Alan Woodward; daughters Laura (John) Riess and Amy (Wilson) Cahill Molly and Grace Riess and Connor and Sophia Cahill; brother Bryan (Kris) Sigrist; aunt Carol Montgomery She was preceded in death by her parents Kenneth and Lennis Sigrist Visitation will be held from 4-7pm on Monday 2024 at Faith United Methodist Church in Spring Valley Her life and eternal life will be celebrated at 11:00am on Tuesday 2024 also at Faith United Methodist Church in Spring Valley with one hour visitation prior to the funeral service Everyone is encouraged to wear pink to the funeral service in her honor.  Interment will be at the United Methodist Cemetery in Preston memorials may be directed to the church of donor’s choice within the Maple Leaf Parish - Spring Valley Faith