Class Notes
Here’s the latest news from Golden Flashes. Catch up on what fellow alumni have been doing over the years and be sure to share your update with us as well.

Myron Kukla, '70, Holland, MI, has released his fourth book, "Murder at Tulip Time," where a body is found buried among the blossoms during the city’s May Tulip Festival. The book is available in paperback and ebook through Amazon and barnesandnoble.com. Kukla was a reporter for the Grand Rapids Press in Holland, MI, and used his experiences to write the book. Now retired, his career included community college public relations, computer marketing for Zenith Computers and 15 years as a freelance writer, publicist and journalist. He is married to fellow Golden Flash Madeline Konstantinos Kukla, '70, who earned a bachelor's degree in Elementary Education.
Linda Fifer, '74, MA '75, Hamilton, MT, recently released her third novel, "Winter's Turn", which focuses on a woman who is stalked. She has already completed her first two novels "The Road Between Two Skies" and Literary Titan Gold Book award winner "Finding the Grain", and Linda is currently working on her fourth book!
Brian Miner, '99, North Canton, OH, has been named vice president of Hasenstab Architects. Serving as a principal at Hasenstab Architects for the past nine years, he leads both the higher education and laboratory design studios. With more than 26 years of experience, he brings a wealth of knowledge and leadership to his new role.
Steve Needham, '98, Chicago, IL, founded the Tin Drum Theatre in 2024 and is currently producing its first full season.
Daniel Herstine, '99, North Canton, OH, has been named president of Hasenstab Architects. With more than 33 years in the profession and 26 years at Hasenstab Architects, Herstine has been an integral part of the firm’s growth and success, and he will lead the firm as it embarks on this new chapter. He specializes in healthcare design with a particular orientation toward behavioral healthcare.
recently reach a professional milestone, embark on a memorable adventure, or expand your family? Whether you got married, had a child, or met a grandchild, we want to celebrate with you! Share your updates and stories with us —we can't wait to hear what you've been up to!
recently reach a professional milestone, embark on a memorable adventure, or expand your family? Whether you got married, had a child, or met a grandchild, we want to celebrate with you! Share your updates and stories with us —we can't wait to hear what you've been up to!