Ferrum College News & Events
March 2023
Dear Ferrum Family,
The countdown to commencement has begun, and Ferrum College students are making the most of every opportunity together. Panthers have shown up and out, demonstrating their exceptional academic and athletic abilities
Two students, Braden Homsey and Rayshawn Dixon, competed in the 2023 NCAA Division III Wrestling National Championships, hosted by Ferrum College, March 10–11, at The Berglund Center in Roanoke. The event put a spotlight on Ferrum’s wrestling program, which was hosting it for the second time in the last five years
On March 25, women’s softball commanded the focus as we welcomed more than 200 current and former players, families, fans, and donors to the Vickie Van Kleeck Softball Complex ribbon cutting. Special highlights included announcement of the Clark ’80 and Susan ’81 Childers Pressbox, which celebrates the couple’s exceptional gift to the effort. Ed George ’68, while reluctant to be recognized, expressed hope that his support would inspire athletes to be financially generous to all Ferrum teams Before cutting the ribbon to officially open the building, VVK expressed her gratitude for the complex and her love for the Ferrum community,
Morethan$10,000wasraisedduringthisyear’sEmptyBowlsfundraiser, heldMarch19atFerrumCollege Proceedswill supportPantherPacks, aprogramthatsendsfood-insecureFerrumElementarystudentshomewithbackpacksstockedwith nutritious, non-perishablefoodeveryweekend Readmorehere Readmorehere Dr BobPohladphotograph
declaring, “There is now a facility that is worthy of this program ”
In just two weeks, the College will hold its annual awards that recognize the outstanding academic achievements of Ferrum students It is inspiring to hear the stories of perseverance, personal development, and intellectual growth, despite the challenges of COVID, that created one of the most resilient classes of students in Ferrum’s history
Please join me in celebrating these and many other young people who are contributing to our Panther Pride!
All for Ferrum,
Lisa Bowling Vice President for Institutional Advancement & External Relations
STUDENT, ALUMNI, & CAMPUS NEWS STUDENT, ALUMNI, & CAMPUS NEWS
STUDENT NEWS
Laliberte Performs Senior Capstone Project
Laliberte Performs Senior Capstone Project
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Musical Theatre major Sarah Laliberte took to the Sale Theatre stage in February to perform FlashesofLife: TheStoryofLeeMiller, ModelTurnedPhotographer, a one-person show she wrote, produced, and performed for her senior capstone project The play chronologically tells the story of Lee Miller, a New York fashion model and Paris fashion and fine arts photographer who became a war photographer for Vogueduring World War II.
Laliberte featured personal photographs in her show including one of her father, who unexpectedly died of cancer during the spring of her freshman year “He was never able to see me perform so this is a dedication to him He really meant a lot to me,” said Laliberte
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Virginia Secretary of Labor & Alumnus Secretary of Labor & Alumnus
Bryan Slater Will Be 2023 Bryan Will Be Commencement Keynote Speaker Commencement Keynote
Virginia Secretary of Labor and Ferrum College
alumnus Bryan Slater ’82 will be the keynote speaker for the College’s 107th commencement ceremony on Saturday, May 6, 2023.
Slater has over 20 years of political experience serving the public, non-profit and private sectors, most recently as Assistant Secretary for Administration and Management at the U.S. Department of Labor and Assistant Secretary of Administration for the U S Department of Transportation under President Donald Trump.
“The foundation for my career began at Ferrum,” said Slater, who credits Ferrum as the kick start to his career “It’s where I got involved in politics and where my interest in government and politics began.”
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New Softball Complex Named In Honor of Softball Named In Honor
Former Head Coach Vickie Van Kleeck
Former Head Coach Vickie Kleeck
Ferrum College recognized its former head softball coach, Vickie Van Kleeck, by naming the new softball complex in her honor. The two-story facility includes a team locker room, a coaches’ locker room, a working pressbox, a concession stand and restrooms. Seating includes chair backs and open-area concrete platforms between the building and the backstop
“It is clear that the Vickie Van Kleeck Softball Complex states that Ferrum softball is no longer an afterthought,” said Julie Thomas ’96 during the ribbon cutting for the new softball complex at Ferrum College, which was held Saturday, March 25.
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Dinner Theatre Event Raises More Than Dinner Theatre Event Raises More Than $4,000 for Ferrum College Theatre Arts for Ferrum College Theatre Arts
More than $4,000 was raised for Ferrum College Theatre Arts during the “An Evening of Dinner and Theatre With Mark Twain” event written by and starring award-winning playwright and Professor Emeritus R. Rex Stephenson which was held March 15 on campus to coincide with the SML Gives community fundraising event
The evening started with a delicious dinner in the Blue Ridge Mountain Room where cast members served the showgoers. Dinner was followed by the performance, which featured a mix of stories from Twain’s life, humorous short stories from his writings, and music from Twain’s time period performed by the cast of students, staff and community members
Ferrum College Hosts NCAA Div. III Ferrum College Hosts NCAA Div. III Wrestling National Championships National Championships
Ferrum College was proud to host the 2023 NCAA Division III Wrestling National Championships, which were held Friday and Saturday, March 10-11, at The Berglund Center in Roanoke, VA.
This year marked the second time in the past five years that the NCAA Division III Wrestling Championships was hosted by Ferrum College in the Commonwealth of Virginia.
"The opportunity to host the NCAA Division III Wrestling Championships for the second time as an institution is a testament to the hard work of our staff who ran a phenomenal NCAA Tournament in 2019," said Ferrum College Head Men's Wrestling Coach Logan Meister '17
CAMPUS NEWS
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Social Media Influencer Sydel Curry-Lee
Social Media Influencer Sydel Curry-Lee Encourages Students to “Find Things That Encourages Students to “Find Things That Bring You Joy” Bring Joy”
On March 2, mental health advocate and internationally-known social media lifestyle influencer Sydel Curry-Lee spoke to Ferrum College students and employees about balancing college life, mental health, and athletics Curry-Lee, who was on campus for Mental Health Awareness Day and Women’s Leadership Day, has over 700,000 Instagram followers with whom she shares her life while emphasizing mental health advocacy.
Curry-Lee offered advice to students who are struggling with mental health. “Take advantage of the resources that are available on campus Every school has a counselor, and it’s a great place to start."
EMPLOYEE SPOTLIGHT
Meet Assistant Director of Recruiting & Assistant of Recruiting & Outreach Justin Muse Outreach Muse
Alumnus Justin Muse ’05 recently joined the Ferrum College admissions team as the assistant director of recruiting and outreach. In his new role, Muse loves working with people, telling his story, and sharing with others why Ferrum College is so wonderful Muse, who has a bachelor’s in sports management and a master’s in human services and executive leadership, joined the College staff in 2007 and most recently served as director of student activities.
Muse plays multiple instruments, including the trumpet, piano, bass and lead guitar, and he loves to educate and entertain others He was born and raised in Rocky Mount and loves living in southwest Virginia.
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Saturday, April 15 Saturday, April 15
Richmond Area Alumni Social at Lewis Ginter Botanical Gardens
Richmond Area Alumni Social at Lewis Ginter Botanical Gardens
1800LakesideAvenue, Richmond, Virginia23228
Tour the beautiful spring gardens from 3–5 p.m. and then join us for food and fellowship during a social from 4–6 p m FREE admission Please RSVP here Please RSVP here
Sunday, April 16 Sunday, April 16
Washington D C Area Alumni Gathering at Top Golf Loudoun
Washington D C Alumni Gathering at Golf Loudoun
20356CommonwealthCenterDr, Ashburn, VA20147
Come play around with us at one of the premier entertainment venues in Ashburn. Whether you are a pro or have never picked up a club, join us for some food and fellowship! FREE admission. Please RSVP here Please RSVP here. Find location details here Find location details here.
Thursday-Sunday, April 20–23
Thursday-Sunday, April 20–23
TreasureIslandMusical TreasureIslandMusical Ferrum College Theatre Arts & Musical Theatre will present Robert Louis Stephensons' TreasureIsland, adapted by Dr R Rex Stephenson, directed and new score by Emily Blankenship-Tucker. Flex Theatre in Schoolfield Hall. Click here for more information and Click here for more information and ttickets ickets
Friday, May 5 Friday, 5 Panther Toast Panther Toast
Join us virtually for this Ferrum College tradition! Grab your favorite Ferrum College glass & share your toast to the Class of 2023 by tagging us in your social media post or emailing us a photo!
Friday, May 5 Friday, 5 Baccalaureate Baccalaureate
Join us at 7 p.m. for a traditional baccalaureate service in Vaughn Chapel.
Saturday, May 6 Saturday, May 6 107th Commencement 107th
Join us at 10 a m in W B Adams Stadium as we celebrate the class of 2023! Click here for more details for more details.
Ongoing: Blue Ridge Institute & Museum online exhibits are open anytime!
Ongoing: Blue Ridge Institute & Museum online exhibits are open anytime! View the virtual View the virtual exhibits here exhibits here.
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