We are well into the Christmas season; so what better time to talk about giving. That is what Bill Hinkle does when he enters the classroom at the University of Tulsa. He gives his students the tools to success in the advertising business. " .. I knew I always wanted to teach the business the way it should be taught (practical application)." He says.
Bill Hinkle, the husband of our own Rosie Huston, who by the way stole our hearts with her infectious youthful smile at the recent reunion, owns his own ad agency. Hinkle Creative Services, Inc would be enough for most men but Bill wanted to do more. He wanted to give back to his school and share his knowledge with new fledgling students trying their wings in the advertising business. "Bill graduated from TU and bleeds blue and gold." Said Rosie.
Bill has been teaching for the last 15 years but two years ago, he moved from the marketing department to the College of Arts and Sciences to set up a new ad program. Last spring, frustrated by the lack of a proper setting for his class, he approached the Dean and offered to donate a new state of the art creative center. As Bill said, " how could he [the Dean] turn down a huge pile of money!"
Bill has been teaching for the last 15 years but two years ago, he moved from the marketing department to the College of Arts and Sciences to set up a new ad program. Last spring, frustrated by the lack of a proper setting for his class, he approached the Dean and offered to donate a new state of the art creative center. As Bill said, " how could he [the Dean] turn down a huge pile of money!"
The new Center located in Oliphant Hall took over two classrooms and replaced them with an open structured learning center. Like the creative process, everything flows. The tables and comfortable chairs can be moved into clusters sized for the size of the group. It's a state-of-the-art classroom and very high-tech with sofas, white boards, Macs and a smart computer. This allows students to get away from the traditional classroom setting and break into groups which is how Bill teaches. It is more than a classroom; "it is a place for students to meet, work, brainstorm, create graphics or video, or just hang out." Bill said. "It has been a huge success and the students love it. So do I."While it is evident that Bill is a great guy and very tallented, we all know he owes his success to Rosie who keeps him on top of the game with her support. This is our Rosie so we too can be proud of the couple's success. Good job Rosie! And Bill, welcome to honorary status in Springfield High School Class of 1964. We are proud to have you in our numbers.
