#Cindy Koopman

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Yet Another Wood-engraved Feathursday

CINDY KOOPMAN

This 10 x 8 in (20.4 x 20.32 cm) wood engraving entitled Grasshopper (because, after all, there are some grasshoppers in it) by Minnesota artist Cindy Koopman is very reminiscent of our daily experience here in Special Collections. Every day, sometimes three or four times a day, the green roof outside our windows gets visited by a gang of 3-7 crows that investigate the undergrowth, jump and flutter about, toss random objects into the air, and on occasion actually take a slide down the solar panels on the roof just for fun! They are endlessly fascinating, and every day when they arrive all work stops in Special Collections and the entire staff line up along the windows to watch crows be crows for five minutes or so. It's just a part of our workday, but also one of its highlights.

Cindy Koopman is a Minnesota artist with an MFA in printmaking, and is a faculty member at Normandale Community College in Bloomington, MN. This print was selected for inclusion in the Fourth Triennial Exhibition 2020-2022 of the American wood engravers society, the Wood Engravers’ Network (WEN), and the image is from the catalog for that traveling show.

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Tips for First Year Teachers from a Veteran – Part 1 in 2020 | First year teachers, First year teaching, Special education students

Sep 6, 2020 - Written by Veteran Teacher Cindy Koopmans You’ve jumped through all the hoops set before you with aplomb and finally, you have your diploma in your right hand and your teaching license in your left hand.  You’re packed to the tip-top of your brain with pedagogy, educational theory, and research.  Professors and mentor …

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Susan Stundebeek

Namens Miss Regio Nederland. Wil ik hierbij: Restaurant Mirabella Breda bedanken voor hun gastvrijheid.

Hieraan werken mee:

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Fotograaf: Marc Lambrechts MARC-O-GRAFIE

Cindy Koopmans Nationaal en internationaal Model. Ondersteuning fotograaf fotoshoot, Catwalk, Model, Coach Miss Regio Nederland.

1e Miss Jessica Aleksandra Pylova Miss Regio Nederland 2017

Visagie:

Wendy Lambrechts

Haarstyling:

Inci Hair & More

http://www.missregio.nl/

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#Publicatie #Selectie Zes van de 11 prachtige finalisten Miss Regio Nederland #Editie2017. Vlnr. Ilse Lamens - Shenna Neyens - Margot Thomas - Joëlle Cheyenne - Athina-Mae Anastasia Murg en Rosita Limahelu Fotograaf Maarten Dings Visagie Team Natasja DiBa Catwalkcoach Cindy Koopmans — met Tineke Schrijn, Natasja DiBa, Maarten Dings, Marc Lambrechts, Susan Stundebeek en Cindy Koopmans bij Escape Room de Stolp.

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“Directed/Camera/Edit: Walker Pachler http://www.walkerpachler.com Creative Assistance: Marrit Koopmans Igorrr on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/IgorrrBarrroque Igorrr on Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/IgorrrBarrroque Igorrr on Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/igorrr_music Igorrr on VK: https://vk.com/igorrrofficial http://www.Igorrr.com Lighting, clothing and Tetanus guitar: Johan Deschamps Make Up: Cindy Pibeaud Cowboy: Antony Miranda Thanks to: Dyna Gauzy, Flore Brasquies, Svarta Photography, Riot House, Antony Miranda, AJ Dirtystein. Avec le soutien de Clermont Auvergne Métropole Metal Blade Records http://www.metalblade.com”

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Better Together: How four B Corps are making the world better by partnering

When it comes to making a difference, I’m interested in levers...as in which ones can I pull to make the most positive impact in the shortest amount of time. Business is one such metaphorical lever. Companies have tremendous flexibility and influence over what we buy, what we value and even how we vote.

That’s why the B Corp movement gives me hope for a better world through business. Certified B Corps, like ours, are companies that seek to use business as a force for good. As of this month, more than 2000 B Corps around the world are working hard to do social and environmental good. And a lot of them broaden and deepen their impact by working with others. Here is just a handful of examples:

Patagonia Provisions and Hopworks: Well known for its outdoor gear, Patagonia entered the food business to find “solutions to repair the [food] chain.” In 2016, they partnered with Portland-based craft brewer Hopworks to launch Long Root Ale, the first beer using the Kernza grain. An agriculturally “regenerative” grain, Kernza is a perennial, unlike most grains which are planted annually. This reduces soil erosion and the need for watering and pesticides. Its long, dense roots also sequester carbon dioxide. Now that’s a hard-working beer.

Nossa Familia Coffee: Meaning “Our Family” in Portuguese, Portland-based Nossa Familia embraces an extended family of nonprofit partners. In addition to donating coffee, volunteer hours and funding to numerous causes, Nossa Familia provides ongoing support to p:ear and Central City Concern in more unexpected ways. Nossa Familia facilitates p:ear’s barista training program, offering homeless and transitional youth opportunities to develop job skills and improve their lives. To generate income and job skills for formerly homeless clients, Central City Concern produces Central City Coffee. Nossa Familia provides Central City Coffee staff with consultation services and access to their production facility and even showcases Central City Coffee in its own stores. Now that’s friendly competition.   

Koopman Ostbo: In 2016 we partnered with Zenger Farm, a Portland working farm that teaches sustainable farming and promotes good food for all. We’ve offered pro bono marketing services and financial support to bring greater awareness and funds to their programs. We also partner with Linfield College and Portland State University’s School of Business to teach high school and college students how to develop purpose-driven businesses. Helping catalyze future leaders creates ripple effects that go far beyond what we can do ourselves.

What partnerships fascinate and inspire you? Maybe they are your own? We’d love to hear from you.

By Cindy Cooper, Chief Marketing & Impact Officer

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Susan Stundebeek

Namens Miss Regio Nederland. Wil ik hierbij: Restaurant Mirabella Breda bedanken voor hun gastvrijheid.

Hieraan werken mee:

Viva Magazine es. Spanje

Fotograaf: Marc Lambrechts MARC-O-GRAFIE

Cindy Koopmans Nationaal en internationaal Model. Ondersteuning fotograaf fotoshoot, Catwalk, Model, Coach Miss Regio Nederland.

1e Miss Jessica Aleksandra Pylova Miss Regio Nederland 2017

Visagie:

Wendy Lambrechts

Haarstyling:

Inci Hair & More

http://www.missregio.nl/

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Susan Stundebeek

Namens Miss Regio Nederland. Wil ik hierbij: Restaurant Mirabella Breda bedanken voor hun gastvrijheid.

Hieraan werken mee:

Viva Magazine es. Spanje

Fotograaf: Marc Lambrechts MARC-O-GRAFIE

Cindy Koopmans Nationaal en internationaal Model. Ondersteuning fotograaf fotoshoot, Catwalk, Model, Coach Miss Regio Nederland.

1e Miss Jessica Aleksandra Pylova Miss Regio Nederland 2017

Visagie:

Wendy Lambrechts

Haarstyling:

Inci Hair & More

http://www.missregio.nl/

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Susan Stundebeek

Namens Miss Regio Nederland. Wil ik hierbij: Restaurant Mirabella Breda bedanken voor hun gastvrijheid.

Hieraan werken mee:

Viva Magazine es. Spanje

Fotograaf: Marc Lambrechts MARC-O-GRAFIE

Cindy Koopmans Nationaal en internationaal Model. Ondersteuning fotograaf fotoshoot, Catwalk, Model, Coach Miss Regio Nederland.

1e Miss Jessica Aleksandra Pylova Miss Regio Nederland 2017

Visagie:

Wendy Lambrechts

Haarstyling:

Inci Hair & More

http://www.missregio.nl/

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Happy Retirement, Tracy!

We are in a bit of denial that our dear colleague Tracy Pokarney is retiring on February 28 after nearly 20 years at the heart of KO, but we are also celebrating her joyful next chapter.

As part of her farewell, we asked our team to share their thoughts about Tracy. It’s a testament to her to see how consistently people spoke of her professional capabilities, warmth and kindness. Read below for our team’s final words and well wishes, starting with two touching tributes from our co-founders Craig Ostbo and Ken Koopman:

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Planner, buyer, negotiator. Three fitting nouns you could use to describe Tracy’s job. But, those nouns do not come close to describing Tracy, herself. No, when I think of Tracy and my relationship with her over these past 20 years, the nouns that come to my mind are confidant, advisor, counselor, mentor, tutor, guru, genie, diplomat, mediator and, most importantly, Mother. You see, Tracy has been the “Mother” of our culture at KO for 20 years. She’s set the tone, the temper, the example that in all interactions with our clients, with our vendor partners and with ourselves, regardless of circumstance, respect is always the operative noun. And it’s for that reason that when I think of my relationship with Tracy the word “respect” transforms from a noun to a verb. I have such a deep and abiding respect for her, her actions and interactions, her character, her integrity, and her unbelievable 20 years of loyalty.

And it’s for those reasons and many more that I have a personal favorite noun that I use to describe Tracy . . . friend. I am going to miss her so much, because for 20 years I always knew I had a friend who had my back, regardless of the circumstance, there was someone in my corner, someone I could talk to, someone who by just walking in the door every day I knew things were going to be OK . . . Tracy’s here.

It’s a fact that “Mom” is leaving us to now take on a new noun, “Grandma!” As such she’ll no longer be walking in our door every day. But we can take heart in knowing that because of all she has taught us, she’ll always be right here . . . in our heart. - Craig

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Tracy,

I guess this means we’ll never get to try and talk you into another thrill ride like the time we went white-water rafting on the Deschutes. But what a fun run it’s been – this year marks your 20th with the company! And you will be deeply missed.

In my eyes, you are the consummate Media Buyer: The clients appreciate you because they know you deliver great value. The media respects your strong planning and negotiating skills (and your delicate and determined use of the velvet hammer to get what you want for your clients). And everyone who’s ever worked at KO loves you for your kind and nurturing personality.

You have been such a calming presence over the years – rarely have I seen you upset or in a bad mood. The only times I’ve seen you sad is when someone leaves the company. You care so much for each person that I know it hurts when they go.

So, know that it will be a sad moment when I say goodbye to my PC pal (we’re not really dinosaurs, we just like our comfortable ways). But I’m also very excited for you and Bruce as you embark on your move and next adventure.

All the best from Karen and me! - Ken

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Confidant. Advisor. Cheerleader. Collaborator. Ally. Teammate. Agency "Den" Mother. Smile Generator. Friend. There is so much about Tracy that will be missed. But good things happen to good people, and for Tracy, the best is yet to come. - Robert

I am so excited for Tracy as she moves on to the next stage of her life! She will be the best grandma ever, this little babe doesn't know how lucky they are. But we do because we've been benefitting from her warm and wonderful friendship for a long time. Thank you for being you, Tracy! We'll miss you. Xo - Kate

Tracy makes these killer oatmeal chocolate chip cookies that have just a pinch of sugar in each one. Tracy knows that I have a sweet tooth and often she would walk into my office with a big smile on her face and say "Joe Parker I was doing a little baking this weekend and I have a little surprise for you" and then hand me a baggie with some of the cookies in it. - Joe

I have loved working with Tracy for the past few years, especially as part of the Bob's Red Mill team. She's been integral to the success of our work with them. I will greatly miss her positive attitude and how she always makes sure there is a fresh pot of coffee for us. - Hayley

When I first started working with Tracy I remember thinking how glad I was that I immediately had a friend here at KO. Tracy has a way of talking to you like she's known you for years even if she just met you that day. One thing that I love about Tracy is that she is always so grateful when she asks you for a favor or for help with a project; even the tiniest things would always receive a thank you and a smile. It's going to be hard walking past her office and not seeing her in there working away, but I'm happy knowing that she will be able to enjoy time with her family and taking on her new role as grandmother. - Art

I have always appreciated Tracy's unwavering positivity and good nature. She is a pleasure to work with and she will be missed! - Carrie

I wish Tracy the very best, most relaxing retirement! She has dedicated so many years to KO and has truly earned this next step in life. Congratulations on this milestone Tracy, I'll be missing your warm energy each and every day! - Cassie

Tracy brings such warmth and joy to the office and will be missed dearly. However, I'm so happy she will have the experience of watching her grandchildren grow up. Some of my favorite memories from childhood are times spent with my grandparents, and I know Tracy's grandchildren will feel the same. One day, when they're old enough to understand, they will be so thankful she made the move to be close to them. - Dana

Seeing Tracy every morning on the way to the coffee carafe always brought a little ray of sunshine to my day--even on the darkest, rainiest Portland mornings. I will truly miss her warm, genuine, caring nature. - Emma

It's been a real pleasure working with Tracy.  When I started with KO in July, she made me feel really welcome. I am sad to see her go but am truly happy for her retiring to become a first time grandma. I wish her all the happiness and joy that becoming a grandma will bring. - Jennifer

What I will miss most about working with Tracy is her passion for the client accounts we have worked on together. She is always willing to go above and beyond for each client. I know they will miss her a lot too! - Kerrieann

Tracy has been a constant ray of sunshine in the office. Never too busy to chat or say hello, I could always count on her friendly smile and warm welcome every day. Best wishes to a wonderful person and friend. You will be missed! - Rachelle

Tracy congratulations for your promotion from KO's Media Director to the position of grandmother. I hope you enjoy your new found job which pays in hugs, smiles and laughter! - Vicky

On the work front I have admired Tracy’s passion to go above and beyond to help clients get the most value from their media buys. And on the personal side, I’ll miss her genuine and warm interest in her colleagues and her willingness to pitch in whenever help was needed. I wish you a fulfilling retirement and many new dreams come true, Tracy! - Cindy

Tracy thank you for your time, feedback, and dedication over the past few months; it has been a pleasure to work with a colleague like you. Your charisma and consistent cheerfulness have always motivated and inspired me. I’m going to miss our coffee break discussions about Dark Roast and its ever-apparent superiority. Best wishes as you begin this new chapter in your life! - Christian

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