{"id":560,"date":"2018-09-18T19:19:24","date_gmt":"2018-09-18T23:19:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/lakerlog.lssu.edu\/fall2018\/?p=560"},"modified":"2018-09-28T12:28:30","modified_gmt":"2018-09-28T16:28:30","slug":"messages-in-a-bottle","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/lakerlog.lssu.edu\/fall2018\/messages-in-a-bottle\/","title":{"rendered":"Messages in a Bottle"},"content":{"rendered":"

From an email message to Alumni Director Susan Fitzpatrick \u201987. Mr. Lorenz attended the 2018 Golden Graduate Reunion and helped lead the procession of graduates into Abel Arena during the Commencement ceremony May 5.<\/em><\/p>\nS<\/span>usan, now that all of the graduations, both high school and college, are over and a whole new season will shortly be gearing up, both my bride of 55 years and I would like to thank you and all of the LSSU people who made our visit\u00a0a most memorable one.<\/p>\n

\"Lorenz'sNot a day has gone by, when a memory of our current visit was mingled with my time on the campus in the 1955 through the 1957 years. What made it even more memorable was that I could see the changes made through the eyes of my grandson, Kevin Kreig, who graduated from LSSU this past spring. What a privilege to be part with my fellow “Golden Grads” to lead the Class of 2018 to their ceremonies. Just to add to that, what a privilege it was to pass through the lines of distinguished educators who were applauding as we passed by. Wow!<\/p>\n

Needless to say, it was then I came to realize that there were no pockets in the gown I was wearing and that there was no way I could reach the pocket with my handkerchief to dry the tears from my eyes<\/p>\n

To digress, it might be appropriate at this time, to share an actual event that happened in one of the late Bud Cooper\u2019s classes:<\/p>\n

Coach Cooper wanted all the young men to come to know the fine arts of pugilistic training. To do so and to be as fair as possible, he lined up his young men by height. (Please keep in mind that, at that time, I was 6’6″ tall and weighed 145 lbs, soaking wet).\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0My opponent was approximately 6′ tall and weighed around 200 lbs. If I recall, his name was Stewart.<\/p>\n

We put on the gloves and squared off in the ring. From then on I don’t remember what happened but after I struggled up to my feet I realized that something had to change. So after class I went to Mr. Cooper’s office to discuss my problem. His response was: “You’re in college now, you should be able to figure it out!”<\/p>\n

It took me several days to build up enough confidence to “confront my opponent.”\u00a0It turned out, after a very good discussion, I discovered that he was a Golden Gloves Champion for Canada. I also discovered that he couldn’t\u00a0draw\u00a0a straight line with a ruler if his life depended on it. Needless to say, I agreed to help him with his Mechanical\u00a0Drawing Course and he helped me with boxing. A win\/win for both of us!<\/p>\n

Somewhere in all that is a valuable lesson in life.<\/p>\n

Again Susan, Thanks for the Memories!<\/p>\n

Harlan Lorenz
\nSoo Tech Class of 1957
\nFarmington, Mich.<\/p>\n

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LSSU Alumni Insurance Program<\/span><\/h3>

Did you know that the LSSU Alumni Association sponsors an Alumni Insurance Program as a service to our graduates? The program offers a variety of attractively priced insurance products, most of which are available to alumni, students, faculty and staff, as well as their spouses, domestic partners, parents, children, and siblings.<\/p>\r\n\r\n

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Life Insurance<\/h4>

Long-term protection with great rates and fantastic features. Coverage is available from $10,000 to $50 million.<\/p>

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Travel Insurance<\/h4>

Travel Medical and Trip Protection coverage is available for individuals or groups, for personal or business travel.<\/p>

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Long Term Care Insurance<\/h4>

Protect your assets from serious erosion while allowing access to quality care in the most appropriate and desirable setting.<\/p>

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Pet Insurance<\/h4>

Simple, customizable dog and cat insurance plans are available.<\/p>

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Special Event Insurance<\/h4>

Liability coverage up to $2 million is available for events lasting from a few hours to as much as 10 days.<\/p><\/div>\r\n\r\n

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Dental Insurance<\/h4>

COMING SOON<\/mark> Family dental coverage that provides a national network of dentists, online enrollment, and travels with you to any employer<\/p>

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ID Theft Protection<\/h4>

NEW!<\/mark> Protect yourself and your family against identity theft with a comprehensive solution you can count on.<\/p>

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Small Business Insurance<\/h4>

NEW!<\/mark> We offer an all-in-one simple solution that includes a selection of plans, employee enrollment, and ongoing administration.<\/p>

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Advisory Services<\/h4>

A licensed insurance professional is available, at no charge, to answer questions and provide customized guidance.<\/p><\/div>

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For more information visit Meyer and Associates<\/a> or contact our Meyer and Associates program administrator at 1(800) 635-7801.<\/strong><\/p>\r\n\r\n<\/div><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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