William Penn University Alumni

06/02/2026

Join us for an affordable evening of mini golf and reconnect with the Statesmen community.

Just $4 to play, or $3 when you wear William Penn apparel.

See you June 11th at Oskaloosa Mini Putt!

Register here: www.wmpenn.edu/event/alumni-mini-golf-outing

06/02/2026

Thank you to everyone who came out for our first-ever Drive-In Movie Night. We had a great turnout, and after seeing how much everyone enjoyed it, we think this might have to become a regular tradition.

A special thank you to our guest speakers, Jim Van Scoyoc and Kent Stock, for joining us and sharing their stories before the movie.

If you missed this one, we’d love to see you at our next alumni event. Join fellow Statesmen for Mini Putt on June 11 at Oskaloosa Mini Putt. For just a few bucks, it's a great excuse to get together with fellow Statesmen.

Register here: www.wmpenn.edu/event/alumni-mini-golf-outing/

06/01/2026

Seeing some familiar names on this list! 👀💙💛

🗡️We have a cast list for THE THREE MUSKETEERS! ⚔️

THE THREE MUSKETEERS runs August 5-8. Tickets are on sale now at www.georgedaily.org

Brant Bollman...Old Stick Woman (Puppet)
Chrys Bregar...Cardinal’s Guard (Fighter)
Jeremy Carmer...Ravanche
Emma Dawson...Sabine
Arianah Edwards...Cardinal’s Guard (Fighter)
Tim Foster...Aramis
Lisa Van Gilst...Abbess
Maddie Hamilton...Fight Captain/Card's Guard/Elise
Izzy Harvey...Cardinal’s Guard(Fighter)/Septime
Mae Hoard...Queen Anne
Nicholas Ingamells...King Louis
Ryan Keep...Tavern Keeper/Ensemble
Anne McCullough Kelly...Cardinal’s Guard (Fighter)/Adele
Cayden Kinzebach...Duke of Buckingham
Levi Lindberg...Fight Captain/Card's Guard/Fache
Julie McKee...Mother Superior/Puppeteer
Skie McKee...Sophie/Ensemble
Brent Nelson...Captain Treville
Heather Nelson...Captain Rochefort
Alan Neve...Inn Keeper/Ensemble
Diana Patrick...Sister at Convent School/ Ensemble
Polina Patrick...D’Artagnan’s Mother/Ensemble
Colleen Platt...Card's Guard (Fighter)/Puppeteer
Brooke Richardson...Constance Bonacieux
Aaron Riggs...Cardinal Richelieu
Mark De Ronde...Cardinal’s Guard (Fighter)
Sabrina Ryan...Cardinal’s Guard (Fighter)
Richard Sawyer...Stanley
Logan Sisler...Ruffian
Kate Kanne Smith...Milady
Vhon Steele...D’Artagnan
J Tipsword...Athos
Katie Trainer...Porthos
Theo Wilcox...Cardinal’s Guard (Fighter)

Directors...Allison and Andy McGuire
Action Director/Fight Choreo...J Tipsword (SAFD)
Scenic Designer...Ron Rybkowski
Costume Designer...Kate Kanne Smith
Puppetry...Brant Bollman
Composer/Music Director...Aleksandra Nagorna
Lighting Designer...Sergiy Nagorny
Properties Designer...Brant Bollman
Stage Manager...Hailey Smith
Fight Captains...Madeline Hamilton, Levi Lindberg

06/01/2026

Don't miss out on the early registration price for our Iowa Cubs Alumni Outing.

Today is the last day to register for $25. Starting tomorrow, the cost increases to $30.

Your registration includes a game ticket and a special event t-shirt as we gather at Principal Park on June 20 to cheer on the Iowa Cubs and connect with fellow Statesmen alumni.

Reserve your spot today at www.wmpenn.edu/event/william-penn-night-at-the-iowa-cubs.

05/29/2026

Penn alumni, we're curious. What did your graduation cap look like?

Did you keep it simple, go all out with decorations, or add a message that meant something special to you? Share a photo or tell us the story behind it in the comments.

05/29/2026

Tonight is the night!

FREE and open to the public! Join William Penn University tomorrow night for an outdoor showing of The Final Season in the MTC parking lot.

The evening begins at 7:30 p.m. with a special introduction from Statesmen alum Jim Van Scoyoc (‘65), whose legendary coaching career at Norway High School inspired The Final Season, alongside Kent Stock, who is also featured in the film. The movie begins at 8:00 p.m.

Bring a lawn chair and enjoy a movie under the stars. If you were an online student, this is a great opportunity to connect with the WPU community in person.

Register using the link below:
www.wmpenn.edu/event/alumni-drive-in-movie-night

05/28/2026

FREE and open to the public! Join William Penn University tomorrow night for an outdoor showing of The Final Season in the MTC parking lot.

The evening begins at 7:30 p.m. with a special introduction from Statesmen alum Jim Van Scoyoc (‘65), whose legendary coaching career at Norway High School inspired The Final Season, alongside Kent Stock, who is also featured in the film. The movie begins at 8:00 p.m.

Bring a lawn chair and enjoy a movie under the stars. If you were an online student, this is a great opportunity to connect with the WPU community in person.

Register using the link below:
www.wmpenn.edu/event/alumni-drive-in-movie-night

05/28/2026

William Penn University has announced the appointment of Kenneth “Ken” Oliver as Executive Vice President for Advancement, effective July 2026.

Oliver brings more than 30 years of higher education leadership experience in advancement, fundraising, enrollment management, athletics, marketing, student affairs, and university operations. He most recently served as Executive Vice President of Advancement & University Operations & Foundation Administrator at Kansas Wesleyan University.

A familiar face to the Penn community, Oliver previously served William Penn University in multiple leadership and coaching roles during the 1990s.

Read more here: www.wmpenn.edu/news-story/university-names-ken-oliver-vice-president-for-advancement

05/27/2026

Don’t miss out on a great summer lineup with William Penn Alumni! From movie night and mini golf to the Iowa Cubs and the State Fair, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. We’d love to see you back on campus and reconnecting with fellow Statesmen along the way.

Register for upcoming events here:
• Alumni Drive-In Movie Night
wmpenn.edu/event/alumni-drive-in-movie-night

• Alumni Mini Golf Outing
wmpenn.edu/event/alumni-mini-golf-outing

• Marsha’s Retirement Celebration
wmpenn.edu/event/marshas-retirement-celebration

• WPU Football Golf Outing
wmpenn.edu/event/wpu-football-golf-outing

• William Penn Night at the Iowa Cubs
wmpenn.edu/event/william-penn-night-at-the-iowa-cubs

• Iowa State Fair Trip
www.wmpenn.edu/event/iowa-state-fair-2026/