Newberry College Dimensions Spring 2011

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President’s Message

In Search of Reason and A Grounding in Human Values ... Moving Higher Education Forward ... Faithfully – The Newberry College Educational Ecosystem –

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ith much to lose, in 1517, Martin Luther questioned the mainstream religious thought of the day with his NinetyFive Theses and challenged the Dominican friar, Johann Tetzel, to make sense of the sale of indulgences for the construction of the Basilica of St. Peter via the money of poor believers.

While the history, great writings and the excommunication of Martin Luther yields a storied and turbulent tale, it was not until 1519 that Luther’s works were translated by friends and spread widely throughout Germany and then Europe. Aided by the use of new technology, a controversy of academic inquiry, the challenge of current thinking and a question of perception and intent attracted students to Wittenberg to hear what Luther had to say.

Via reason and religion, Luther changed the order of things and set out the course as a world changer.

In his 1524 letter “To the Councilmen of all Cities in Germany that They Establish and Maintain Christian Schools,” Luther wrote: “…A city’s best and greatest welfare, safety and strength consist…in its having many able, learned, wise, honorable, and well-educated citizens.”

At Newberry College, we remain bound to question the order of things, within our communities and within the industry of higher education. As a consequence, we move forward faithfully with the spirit of Martin Luther. We strive each day, in every classroom, to address the question of - what is the education required for the creation of successful and significant citizens?

This is difficult work …but it is reasonable (and pragmatic); it is grounded in a mandate to improving the human predicament; it is work that never lacks for a commitment or creativity; and it is the calling of a Newberry College education.

In the book titled, Higher Education?, written by Andrew Hacker and Claudia Dreifus, the authors suggest that today, many colleges and universities are wasting financial resources and failing our students – and as a consequence not preparing future citizens for the important lives they must lead and the roles they must play in their communities. The premise the authors challenge us with is that higher education has lost track of its original and enduring purpose: to challenge the minds and imaginations of this nation’s young people, to expand their understanding of the world, and thus of themselves. 1 All that is around us is changing; so must we.

We must first, ourselves, be prepared, to properly equip a student who will face an uncertain employment arena where it is the norm to transition to multiple jobs at multiple organizations.

In the new world order that Daniel H. Pink describes in his great work, A Whole New Mind, we are moving toward an economy and a society which will be built on the inventive, the creative and the fearless. Combining seemingly unrelated ideas into something new (such as interdisciplinary studies in business, technology and sociology) would be the new norm for citizens who are champions of creativity and innovation.

This type of thinking and education embodies the spirit of

the Newberry College Educational Ecosystem that we are working to create. When we are successful, our education will lead to increasingly tolerant, inclusive and forgiving communities --communities that harken back to the spirit of Luther, the quest for a civil society and the reconciliation of reason and religion.

In conversations with our Campus Pastor, Ernie Worman, he reminds me of Luther’s catechetical question – “What does this mean?”

So let’s ask the question…are we doing all that we can to challenge the minds and imaginations of this nation’s young people? Are we expanding their understanding of the world? And when they graduate from Newberry, will they know themselves better and be prepared to be successful and significant citizens?

Exceptional education (tools to leverage advantage as citizens in a complex human marketplace) without the moral grounding and values system such as that provided by open and inclusive faith based institutions, such as Newberry College, is not sufficient for the creation of the future citizens needed today to address the human predicament we face.

This is why, at Newberry College, we remain bound to question the order of things, within our communities and within the industry of higher education As we progress with our strategic planning processes, you will soon see the excellent work engaged by our faculty toward the creation of a new core curriculum called the Academic Commons – a commitment to an interdisciplinary and creative approach to learning about ourselves, our communities, the marketplace, and the world in which we live. As many of our faculty will tell you…this is not easy work. You also will see the emergence of an organization that cultivates and champions the voice of our students, alumni and external constituent partners – at Newberry College we will collaborate to compete, and we will strive for the transparency called for by Martin Luther back in the 1500’s. And finally, you will see us investing in the routine maintenance of not only the minds, bodies and spirits of our students but also in the physical assets of the campus – the buildings, sidewalks, offices, laboratories and classrooms that are essential for the educational experience ---The Newberry Experience --- that we are creating for the citizens of the future, your neighbors, our students.

Newberry College is on the move to change the order of things… and we are nurturing future citizens who will be world changers.

And we do this faithfully…because education for life is a very Lutheran construct…we are all life long learners.

Today Newberry College is neither small nor poor…

Thank you for your support of your alma mater.

Sources – 1Hacker & Dreifus, p. 8-9 – A Whole New Mind, Daniel H. Pink, 2005 – Faithed Secularity: The Promise of a “Lutheran” College in the 21st Century, Rev. Dr. Duane H. Larson, March 23, 2010 – Higher Education?, Andrew Hacker and Claudia Dreifus, 2010

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Contents

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Student News

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Faculty/Staff News

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Athletic News

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Homecoming

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Philanthropic News

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Graduations

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Alumni News

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Class Notes

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Obituaries/Memorials

About the Cover Our new College President, Dr. Scott Koerwer, and our new College Mascot, Scar, are ready to write a new chapter for the Newberry College history books!

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Senior Vice President of Institutional Advancement and Intercollegiate Athletics - Brad Edwards Director of Marketing/Communications - Sharon Lackey Staff Writers - Diane Zimmerman & Heather Warren

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Inauguration Inauguration Week Activities

Dr. Koerwer had his official inauguration Saturday, November 13, 2010. The inauguration itself was an eventful day, filled with activities, but the week leading up to it was also very busy with many opportunities for those at the College and within the community, to get to know the new president.

The inauguration week began Monday, November 8, with the Omicron Delta Kappa Dinner in the Holland Hall lobby. The second event of the week came on Tuesday at the Newberry Chamber of Commerce Breakfast at Piedmont Tech. Dr. Koerwer spoke at the event about some of his intentions for the College and how it will be active within the community.

“Newberry College is going to make a continuous and a renewed effort to be a great citizen in the community of Newberry,” said Koerwer.

Tuesday’s events also included hosting a Faculty Lecture Series and a wrestling match. On Thursday, staff and faculty were invited for a Pig-Pickin Barbeque on campus. The new Who’s Who students were announced at the Founders/Honors Convocation Friday. These students had the opportunity to receive their honor from Dr. Koerwer.

On Saturday, alumni, faculty, staff, students, former presidents, board members, Dr. Koerwer’s family and friends and members from the Newberry community gathered to attend the inauguration ceremony. The ceremony featured speeches from members of the community as well as from Professor of the Practice Systems Thinking & Design at the University of Maryland’s Robert H. Smith School of Business, Dr. J. Gerald Suarez, who performed the Inaugural Address. A reception followed the ceremony which led into the last football game for the 2010 year.

Throughout the week, Dr. Koerwer was careful to address how he hopes to develop Newberry students into young professionals.

“We have a renewed sense of responsibility for what these students are going to be able to do,” said Koerwer, “not just while they are here with us, but what they are going to do after they leave us. We aspire to have every Newberry College student to be prepared for a job interview where they will be able to tell you why they went to Newberry College and what they received from it.”

It is with this energy and excitement that we welcome Dr. Koerwer to Newberry as our 21st president!

21st President Scott Koerwer

Photo Captions: 1. William P. Walker and Dr. Koerwer 2. The Rev. Mark Wilhelm - ELCA representative on the Board of Trustees 3. Jon Hart (trustee), Mick Zais (former president), Chin Yu (trustee), and David Vorpagel (trustee) 4. Wayne Kannaday, Dr. J. Gerald Suarez (speaker), and Dr. Kendall J. Roth

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What’s New Facility Changes

Newberry College is continuing a series of campus-wide initiatives to further enhance the academic, social and cultural experience for students, faculty and staff members. Over the past several months, Newberry has been working with West Electrical Contractors of Newberry, Inc. on a variety of capital improvement projects while continuing construction and renovation on select buildings.

In the fall semester, Newberry celebrated a ribbon-cutting ceremony for a new fitness center, giving students access to updated cardiovascular and strength-building equipment in a renovated facility. As part of the College’s Campus Wellness Initiative, the center gives the entire Newberry College community a place to exercise and maintain good health. Also newly opened was an athletic training and sports medicine center for student-athletes.

A new Student Welcome Center includes space for a new admissions and financial aid office and serves as the gateway for prospective students looking to learn more about Newberry College. With new signage and dedicated parking, prospective students can now easily navigate the offices for student recruitment. These departments were previously housed in Holland Hall.

The Alumni Music Center is anticipating a renovation of its front lobby and recital hall as the beginning of an initiative to improve the resources for Newberry’s Music Department.

The Center houses a 150-seat recital hall, practice rooms, a band room, offices, and classrooms.

A new residential living space for students will open with the renovation of Oakland Mill. Built in 1912, this historic building, the last mill standing in Newberry County, was leased to Newberry College to house its first group of students for the fall 2011 semester.

Other overall improvements have taken place on campus as well, including landscaping projects and various interior renovations, such as the recently renovated Summerland Reception Room in Smeltzer Hall, the oldest building on campus.

“We are excited to be able to bring new attention to the facilities and amenities that are such an important part of the student experience at Newberry College,” Newberry College President Dr. V. Scott Koerwer said. “These capital improvement projects, and particularly Oakland Mill, are a great example of how we envision our campus as being an integral part of the living and learning community that we share with the city of Newberry.”

Campus Upgrades

The new Student Welcome Center includes space for admissions and financial aid offices and serves as the gateway for prospective students looking to learn more about Newberry College.

Additional Improvements This past summer, Newberry contracted ARAMARK to manage its dining, facility and grounds management. Since this contract was initiated, there have been many changes across campus. Some examples of those improvements include: • An addition of a Subway restaurant • An awning, deck, tables and chairs added onto the outside of Kaufman Hall Dining Facility • Upgraded sidewalks across campus • New windows and paint for Holland Hall • Upgraded irrigation system • New carpet in residence halls • New benches in MacLean Gym • New fence around pool • Repaved Wiles Chapel parking lot • Repairs and painting on Setzler Stadium • Graveled and landscape with irrigation to the Athletic Club parking lot • Landscaping along College Street and to the College entrances • New and expanded security camera system • Additional lights on Evans Street • An athletic weight room addition in the PE Complex • A pod in the Science & Math building • New learning lab classroom in McClurg

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Collaborations

College Partners with The City of Newberry

As Newberry College continues through a process of strategic renewal, new President Scott Koerwer has begun to identify opportunities for the College to establish a new model for what Liberal Arts Education can be in the future.

One area in particular that has emerged from discussions with faculty, staff, alumni and members of the Newberry community, is the opportunity for Newberry College to integrate closely with the business, arts and cultural community in the region to create a “living and learning laboratory” for Newberry students.

“This region offers an abundance of opportunity for active engagement between the College and the community,” Dr. Koerwer said. “It is exciting to think about how much we can enrich our students’ educational experience and, in turn, how the College can contribute to the success of our business and cultural organizations.”

To establish and further strengthen relations, the College has initiated regular meetings with members of the city and county communities. New ventures are being explored for the College and the town to grow together. Dr. Koerwer and several other members of Newberry staff have initiated and developed relationships with the City of Newberry, including City Manager, Jeff Shacker and Mayor, Foster Senn.

“We’re going to have to have greater partnerships and collaborations with the city and the county. It means that we’re going to have to blaze new trails and look at the development of housing resources for the college,” Dr. Koerwer said. “It means that we’re going to have to have better partnerships on Main Street. We’re going to have to ensure that our students are great consumers on Main Street and frequent the retail. We’re going to make sure that they are also valuable participants in the community around them.”

Students are also getting the opportunity to intern with businesses like The Newberry Observer newspaper and the Opera House in downtown Newberry. The Scarlet and Gray student-run newspaper no longer runs in its current format, but instead as the Section C of The Newberry Observer. Students now have the opportunity to write and lay out pages for a much bigger circulation.

Faculty and administration are also invited to submit columns, articles and ideas for the paper.

A senior communications major at the College is also working for the Opera House by assisting with social media by updating its Facebook and Twitter pages, while a senior business administration major is helping with a text messaging e-marketing campaign.

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Town & Gown Relations

First edition of the new Scarlet and Gray section of The Newberry Observer

An exciting and recent development is the new relationship with the Ritz Theatre in downtown Newberry. A movie was shown for faculty, staff, and students followed the lighting of the Christmas tree in downtown Newberry in November.

According to Melissa Turco, director of student activities for Newberry College, events like these are attempts to bridge the gap between the College and town of Newberry. “This is a great opportunity for our students, faculty and staff to support the college and the town,” says Turco.

All of these opportunities, as well as athletic events, Homecomings, FALs (Fine Arts & Lecture events) and concerts from the music department are ways that the community can join the College and be a part of this growing relationship. The changes around campus and the connection with the community aims to lead the College in a positive direction that will not just be beneficial to students, staff and faculty, but to those who live in and are a part of the Newberry community as well.

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Newberr y College Begins Par tnership With Th The e Protocol School Of Washington Newberry College announced that it has begun a partnership with the Protocol School of Washington, the leading accredited school that provides professional, universally-accepted protocol and etiquette training. As part of the collaboration, Newberry students can enroll in a series of workshops called the Professional Success Strategies Certificate Program.

The Protocol School of Washington President and Director Pamela Eyring is now serving as an “expert-in-residence” at Newberry, leading workshops for students on etiquette and protocol, including topics such as personal and electronic communications skills, professional attire and presentation, networking, and situational courtesy and decorum. Lessons can be reviewed beyond the classroom through the Protocol School’s e-learning modules, which reinforce what the students learned in class.

“Newberry provides students with a personal, transformative learning experience that prepares them to be future citizen leaders and professionals,” Newberry College President Dr. V. “Newberry provides Scott Koerwer said. “Now, our students have the students with a personal, opportunity to engage in top-level protocol and etiquette programs that will have significant impact transformative learning in preparing them for success in the future.” experience that prepares The workshops are co-sponsored by academic affairs, them to be future citizen admissions, career services and the Student Govleaders and professionals,” ernment Association (SGA) and are available to President students free of charge. Upon completion, students Dr. V. Scott Koerwer receive a certificate for completing the series. Eyring is also leading professional and team development workshops for the Newberry faculty members.

The Protocol School of Washington, founded by Dorothea Johnson, is the first company to provide professional etiquette and protocol training and certification. Since 1988 more than 3,000 men and women have been trained, certified, and licensed to use the school’s comprehensive training manuals, workbooks, and support materials. Graduates of The Protocol School of Washington are providing the highest-quality programs available. Located in the United States and 45 other countries, many graduates are featured on major television networks and radio, and in publications worldwide.

Enrollment and Out of State Recruitment To keep the enrollment numbers at the College growing, the Admissions Office is expanding with its recruitment efforts for the 2011-2012 school year. Focus has shifted from not only South Carolina for heavy recruitment but to also include 12 additional states. Those states are: Delaware, North Carolina, Ohio, Georgia, Maryland, New Jersey, New York, Kentucky, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Florida and Virginia.

U.S. News and World Report Ranking Newberry College continues to rank among the nation’s top regional colleges in U.S. News & World Report’s 2011 ranking of America’s Best Colleges. Data from more than 1,400 colleges and universities nationwide was collected to determine this year’s rankings, placing Newberry No. 35 among the first tier of the 100 best baccalaureate colleges in the southern region.

This year, the College showed increases in key factors within the U.S. News’ rankings, including its highest freshman retention rate and highest average alumni-giving rate. Last fall’s incoming class marked the highest enrollment in Newberry College history!

Newberry has a long tradition of providing educational opportunities for a diverse population of students, offering a strong liberal arts foundation with specialized professional degree programs, including one of the only undergraduate forensic chemistry programs in the state and a music program widely known for its annual jazz festival.

Photo Caption: Counselors pose at their table in Kentucky

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Campus Highlights

Students Participate in Service Projects Across the Community The Values Based Learning program at the College reached out to the community in August with a service project conducted during orientation. Over 300 Newberry College students spread throughout the surrounding community as part of the school’s initiative to prepare students for intentional learning that is accompanied by community service and leadership.

According to Dr. Joe McDonald, director of Values Based Learning, these visits to community sites serve several purposes.

“Service-learning is a form of learning by doing,” said McDonald. “It emphasizes the connection between knowledge and action as students apply what they learn in the classroom to community issues and bring back to the classroom what they have learned through their community work.”

Students ventured to non-profit agencies, nursing homes, neighborhood organizations, and several schools. The professors of the Introduction to College Life courses accompanied them with upper classmen assisting as orientation leaders.

“The community, the sites where students serve, and the staff and clients of the sites all become part of our students’ education,” said McDonald. “The community and the College become true partners.”

At each location served, students were educated on the mission and operation of the particular organization’s staff. Students were then able to participate in service projects to help serve the community.

The experience did not just involve Newberry students; professors took part in serving the Newberry area. Dr. Christy Wendland, assistant professor of religion and philosophy, accompanied 15 students

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to Newberry Elementary School.

According to Wendland, Newberry Elementary’s principal, Ms. Leila Caldwell, gave a complete overview of the school’s history and mission. Students were then placed in different classrooms and asked to accompany children to lunch and recess, to read to children, and to help teachers as needed. This opportunity inspired several College students to consider volunteering at the elementary school for service learning experience required in their Introduction to College Life courses.

One student came back from volunteering from the Newberry County Literacy Council ready to continue working more with the organization. “I was really touched,” she said when explaining how a tutoring recipient was able to buy a card and read it to his wife for the first time.

Newberry College students are not the only ones to be excited about the opportunity of working with the public. “This is a great opportunity for us to attract volunteers,” said Ms. Barbara Chapman, executive director of the literacy council.

“And, the students learn great lessons about giving back to the community while learning more about themselves.”

Students painting and cleaning up the Newberry County Literacy Council.

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Greeks holding check for the Red Cross

Greeks Donate Money to Red Cross Each spring semester the Newberry College Greek community joins together to celebrate Greek Life and compete in fun activities during Greek Week.

Three fraternities, Tau Kappa Epsilon, Kappa Alpha Order and Theta Chi and three sororities, Alpha Xi Delta, Kappa Delta and Sigma Sigma Sigma participated in the Penny Wars and raised $1,420.97.

Delta Omicron Membership Grows Last year witnessed a rebirth of sorts for Newberry College’s Alpha Psi chapter of Delta Omicron International Music Fraternity. New chapter President, John Fulmer, new chapter Vice President, Joseph Schroer, helped the chapter grow by seven members last year, which will make Delta Omicron one of the largest student groups on campus!

Alumni are encouraged to join the group by contacting Dr. Barry McGinnis at Barry.McGinnis@newberry.edu or John Fulmer at John.Fulmer@newberry.edu.

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Nellsmith’s paintings featured at Edisto Island Museum, City Art Gallery and Newberry Opera House Newberry College’s Visual Arts Professor, Bruce Nellsmith was busy last fall.

Nellsmith had two concurrent exhibits open in Columbia and Edisto Beach, South Carolina. In September, the Edisto Island Museum opened an exhibit featuring Nellsmith’s painting with over 200 people attending the reception for the artist. Nellsmith was also chosen to be the tour artist for the 2010 Edisto Island Historic Preservation Society’s “Edisto & Beyond Tour,” which opened in October. The exhibit featured paintings of historic homes, churches and other Nellsmith works and ran through Dec. 31st.

In November, Nellsmith had another opening at the City Art Gallery of Columbia.

The opening reception was attended by Newberry College’s President, Dr. Scott Koerwer, as well as by several hundred people including internationally known muralist and painter, Blue Sky. The exhibit, entitled “Homeland”, was a collection of 30 new paintings with cityscapes, cliffs and gorges motifs reflecting the artist’s recent trip to France.

Nellsmith also was featured with Franklin Miller in a two-person exhibit at the Newberry Opera House in January. Nellsmith has been a member of the Newberry College faculty for 20 years. He has been the recipient of many local and national awards in painting and drawing competitions. His artwork is included in private and public collections throughout the United States and was included in a National Contemporary Drawing Survey Exhibition in November as well. He has been included in two shows at the Limner Gallery in New York and has just placed fifteen new paintings in a contemporary gallery in Charleston, SC.

Members of Phi Beta Lambda

Phi Beta Lambda Re-chartered The national Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) and Phi Beta Lambda (PBL) business organization have re-chartered the Newberry College chapter of PBL with its original chapter number, making it one of the oldest established chapters in the country. Newberry College’s PBL business association originally began April 28, 1965 and continued until 1979. This year the association has worked to be re-chartered under the leadership of Dr. Joseph Franklin, professor of business and business department chair, and Paul Smith, assistant professor of business administration, and an enthusiastic group of business majors.

If you are a former member of Phi Beta Lambda, please contact Dr. Franklin at Joseph.Franklin@Newberry.edu and he will be happy to send you an update on the Newberry College PBL program.

Value Based Learning Program Quick Facts • The Values Based Learning Program (VBLP) was named to the President’s Honor Roll for Community Service for the second year in a row!

• The average for the past two academic years: 54 classes, involving 34 different professors, 411 students and 29 community sites used service-learning.

Total number of hours served equaled 4,077. Each year the VBLP sponsored an average of 17 service activities involving 31 students and 2,069 hours.

• The VBLP co-sponsored the campus garden with ECHO and campus ministry which resulted in numerous donations to the Living Hope Food Pantry in Newberry.

• Katie Justice, member and officer in ECHO and work-study student for the VBLP, finished a year as an AmeriCorps*VISTA Volunteer in Spartanburg working at a homeless shelter.

Students and professors work together to plant the campus garden.

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Campus News NOYCE Grant

Student RE-MAST interns.

(RE-MAST) National Science Foundation Program Recruit and Engage Math and Science Teachers (RE-MAST) is a program at Newberry College funded by the National Science Foundation designed to recruit, prepare and mentor math, biology and chemistry majors pursuing teaching in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) content areas. The program has three main components: internships, scholarships and teacher mentors. Internships are proven opportunities for students to experience a particular career path. These positions can help students determine if a certain profession will be right for them.

In May and June, Newberry College offered internships for students who were considering teaching as a profession. Internships afford students the occasion to explore a career in teaching.

Drs. Cindy Johnson-Taylor and Christina McCartha were instrumental in writing the grant and are charged with administering it. According to Dr. McCartha, associate professor of chemistry and faculty advisor of the American Chemical Society, “We must prepare students to live in our technological society and encourage them to study for science and math-related careers.”

“We know that we are facing a huge shortage of teachers in biology, chemistry and math,” explains Dr. Cindy Johnson-Taylor, chair of the education department. “This grant allows Newberry College to make a positive impact on high school classrooms through preparation of content experts who also have the pedagogical background to be successful and engaging teachers.”

The National Science Foundation (NSF) Robert C. Noyce Teacher Scholarship Program (DUE# 0934802) grant entitled “Recruit and Engage Math and Science Teachers (RE-MAST),” focuses on developing high quality biology, chemistry, and math secondary education majors to teach in high schools. The grant provides internships for freshmen and sophomore STEM majors (science, technology, engineering, and math) to explore teaching as a career option. The grant provides scholarship funds for a minimum of $10,000 for students in their 3rd, 4th, and 5th years as biology, chemistry, or math secondary education majors.

The grant provides scholarship funds for a up to one year of full support for STEM career changers pursuing a biology, chemistry or math secondary education degree as a second degree. The Newberry College Master Teacher for this program is Sherri Kennedy. Dr. Cindy Johnson-Taylor serves as the Principal Investigator (PI) and Dr. Christina McCartha, Dr. Charles Horn, Randall Key, and Renee Stubbs serve as Co-PIs for the grant. The grant award is for $900,000 over a five year period for scholarships, internships, training and dissemination from 2009-2014.

Newberry College Professors attend Scholarship Conference

Dr. Christina McCartha and Dr. Cindy Johnson-Taylor participate at the NSF Robert Noyce Teacher Scholarship Program Conference.

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Drs. Cindy Johnson-Taylor and Christina McCartha were invited to attend the 2010 National Science Foundation (NSF) Robert Noyce Teacher Scholarship Program Conference in July 2010 in Washington, D.C. The invitation-only conference included plenary speakers with panel sessions, including the Noyce Scholars/ Fellows and poster sessions. They presented a poster related to the progress of the Newberry College Noyce project called RE-MAST (Recruit and Engage Math and Science Teachers).

“It was so gratifying to be with over 400 educators from across the nation all with the same focus – to recruit, prepare, and retain highly qualified math and science teachers for our high need high schools,” remarked Johnson-Taylor, chair of the education department.

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Call Me MISTER The Call Me MISTER (Mentors Instructing Students Toward Effective Role Models) program is celebrating its 10th anniversary, and Newberry College joined the nationwide initiative this year.

Dr. Roy Jones, executive director of the Eugene T. Moore School of Education’s Call Me MISTER Program at Clemson University, was instrumental in developing the program 10 years ago. The program began at four historically black colleges and universities, Claflin, Morris College, Benedict, and SC State University, and it has grown to 14 participating colleges and five national partner schools.

Members of Newberry’s Call Me MISTER program attend a conference at Clemson University.

Call Me MISTER is a national program designed to prepare elementary school teachers and to provide them with the proper resources to be successful. Newberry native and campus director of Call Me MISTER, Reggie Wicker, believes the program will bring out the best in the student participants. The young men realize the program builds character and instills a depth of purpose.

Nursing Department Updates Student Nursing Association

Ribbon and Blessing of the Hands Ceremonies

Newberry College Student Nursing Association (NC-SNA) members attended The Student Nurses Association of South Carolina’s annual convention in Myrtle Beach in October, and they were greatly recognized for the efforts they put forth. Dr. Betsy McDowell, chair of the nursing department at Newberry College, was invited to serve as Parliamentarian for the House of Delegates sessions.

The NC-SNA, only in existence for one year, received eight awards which were: Largest Pop Tab Donation, Most Breakthrough-to-Nursing Projects Award, Most Creative Breakthroughto-Nursing Project, Most Creative Scrapbook, Most Overall Legislative Participation, Outstanding Community Health Project, Penny Wars Winner and Secretary Award.

Also, the SNA-SC breakthroughto-nursing director and president for 2009-2010, Tricia Ulch, received the President’s Excellence Award for all of her hard work with the association.

The Department of Nursing held its first Ribbon Ceremony August 24 in Smeltzer Hall. During the ceremony, the 18 senior nursing students were presented with white ribbons to put on their Newberry College scrubs to indicate their change in status to seniors in the nursing program.

The second annual Blessing of the Hands ceremony was held as part of the chapel program October 13. The new junior nursing class dedicated their hands to healing and had them anointed with oil and blessed by Newberry College Chaplain Ernie Worman. Nursing seniors, faculty, community nurses and healthcare workers had their hands rededicated during the ceremony as well. The junior nursing students began their clinical experiences at Lexington Medical Center the following week.

There were a total of 108 students enrolled in the nursing program this fall, including 18 seniors, 24 juniors, 43 sophomores, and 23 freshmen.

Nurse Standish and her students work with Sims Gee, III. Sims is the nursing department’s computer-operated mannequin that can breathe, talk, exhibit a heartbeat and pulse and so much more!

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Campus News Newberry Signs Bridge Agreement with Midlands Tech

Dr. Zais and his wife, Susan

Farewell to Dr. Zais In August 2010, Newberry College said goodbye to its president for the past 10 years, Dr. Mitchell (Mick) Zais. Dr. Zais and his wife, Susan, came to the College in August 2000 and worked tirelessly to better the College. He explained that the financial state of the College was abysmal, enrollment had sunk to an unsustainable number and there were months when the College wasn’t sure if it would make payroll.

But after a long process and a lot of hard work, things started to turn around. “Eight years later, Newberry College was on sound financial footing and was nationally recognized by US News and World Report as one of the best colleges in America,” he said.

According to Dr. Zais, “there wasn’t one thing that made a 100 percent difference but there were a 100 things that made a one percent difference.” That mentality is what Dr. Zais used to help build the College to where it is now.

Some of the best memories that Zais has are of the students and all of the extracurricular activities he was able to observe and take part in. He thought it was special that students were genuinely nice to each other and that despite being different, they worked so hard with the individual gifts that God had given them.

Before coming to Newberry as the 20th president, Dr. Zais served for over 30 years as an officer in the United States Army, attaining the rank of brigadier general.

He earned an engineering degree from the U.S. Military Academy at West Point, a Master of Arts degree in military history from the School for Advanced Military Studies at Leavenworth, Kansas and a Master of Science and Ph.D degrees in social psychology and organizational behavior from the University of Washington. Dr. Zais is also a graduate of the National Defense University, Washington, D.C., where he was a post-doctoral research fellow in national security affairs.

With all of these accomplishments and his hard work at Newberry College, the College was sad to see Dr. Zais leave. Newberry is, however, excited to see him move forward into his new position as State Superintendant of Education for South Carolina.

If his work at Newberry is indication, Dr. Zais will do a phenomenal job and will help to lead South Carolina in the right direction.

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Former Newberry College President Mitchell M. Zais and Midlands Technical College President Marshall White, Jr. signed a formal bridge agreement in February 2010 to allow a more seamless transition into Newberry College for Midlands Tech students who aspire to earn a four-year degree.

The “bridge” is a partnership between the colleges. The agreement facilitates the process of accepting and transferring credits from one school to the other. Midlands Vice President of Academic Affairs, Ron Drayton, is enthusiastic. “We’re building on an established relationship and taking it to the next level,” he said.

Both colleges expect to see many students traveling across the bridge that links educational dreams of better jobs to economic reality. With smiles and handshakes, a foundation was laid. “I look forward,” White told Zais, “to sending you some outstanding students!”

College Signs Agreement with Piedmont Tech Newberry College and Piedmont Technical College signed an articulation agreement last spring that will create a transfer path for students who wish to begin their education in business management at PTC and finish at Newberry.

This partnership will offer prospective college students throughout PTC’s service area more options as they prepare for careers, providing a seamless transition for those who would like to begin their college career closer to home and for those who would like to save money on tuition and housing costs. Because PTC is an open-admissions institution, this new transfer path will also offer an alternative for admission to Newberry College for students who may require some additional academic preparation.

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Newberry College Center for Student Success is up and running The Newberry College Center for Student Success is up and running. Currently located in Wright Hall, the center’s goal is to assist students in their efforts to be academically and personally successful. Kay Chandler oversees the Center, and has pulled together resources in the following areas: Academic Orientation Responsible for working hand-in-hand with the Office of Admissions to evaluate all previous academic work presented by incoming freshmen and/or transfers to determine proper English and math placement at Newberry College, this office is also responsible for initial assignment of all mentors (freshman) and/or advisors (transfer students) based on their requested majors.

Academic Specialist Individual academic assistance in the areas of time management, study skills, communication skills and other areas to enhance a student’s academic endeavors is offered by all Academic Specialists through the Center for Student Success. To become a recipient of this service, students may request assistance or be recommended by a faculty/staff member.

Career Services Career Services engages Newberry College students in creating their own success through results-oriented, thought-provoking programming and services. Career programming is designed for each stage of a student’s academic career including participation in experiential learning and job or graduate school searches.

International Student Program Among many things, the International Student Program is responsible for working with international students attending Newberry College to provide those students with opportunities to succeed academically and in the larger culture.

Disability Services All students with current documented disabilities may received services by request.

Specific student information is kept confidential and only released with the written consent of the student.

Retention The Office of Retention is a coordinated service, working in conjunction with all campus departments, faculty and staff to assist students with any issue which may prevent them from continuing their academic pursuits at Newberry College.

Writing Center & Content Tutoring The Writing Center and content area tutoring are services provided for all Newberry College students to enhance their academic success. These services are offered on request through tutor.request@newbery.edu. The Writing Center is open Monday through Thursday from Noon to 8:00 PM for drop-ins or by scheduled appointment.

Content Area tutors are available per posted hours in the center or by specific appointment.

Speech and Theatre Students Perform well in State Competition Newberry College students participated in the South Carolina Speech & Theatre Festival Competition on Saturday, January 29, 2011 held at Limestone College in Gaffney. Students from eight other colleges and universities also competed, and Newberry College students once again proved superior in several categories, taking one first place, two second place, and two third place finishes in the competition.

Newberry College students who placed in the top three in the state: 2nd place - Prose Interpretation: Joanie Holden 3rd place - Prose Interpretation: Stephanie Strickland 1st place - Impromptu Interpretation: Joanie Holden 2nd place - Persuasive Speaking: Ryan Crofts 3rd place - Persuasive Speaking: Allie Cottillion “Overall, it was an enjoyable day of learning,” reflected team coach Patrick Gagliano, NC Professor of Theatre & Speech. “It’s valuable to see the work of others from around our state, and I expect outstanding presentations from our Newberry College team in 2012.”

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Accolades Alpha Xi Delta Builds Well in India

Student Highlights

Written by: Courtney Crigger Last year, the sisters of Alpha Xi Delta had leftover funds in their social events budget and decided to continue to be active at Newberry College while changing lives. In doing so, they came across a website shown to them by their Canadian sister, Sarah Grigor, called SOPAR. The Canadian company SOPAR’s mission is “to support and strengthen the development process of India’s poor communities.”

With India being a little out of the group’s element, they decided to visit SOPAR’s website. The chapter read that in the Indian community women and children were walking miles each day to access water to carry back to their village. Even then, the water which they retrieve may or may not have been contaminated.

The website also stated that one of the organization’s goals was directed towards the development of women, which coincides with Alpha Xi Delta’s motto “inspiring women to reach their full potential.” The sorority was instantly impressed.

Thus, the sisters took it upon themselves to use their own money to help these struggling women in India. To build a well, which would save the women and children hours of travel and ensure fresh water, SOPAR needed $750. Last year the sister’s of Alpha Xi Delta donated the money toward building a well in a small community in India.

Now, the well has been drilled at Devagiripatnam Village, Andhra Pradesh State.

It is used daily by more than 175 people.

This new well will prevent sickness, improve hygiene, and reduce the workload of women and children who have the responsibility of fetching water for household needs.

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Devagiripatnam Village members and the well provided by Alpha Xi Delta.

Staff and Faculty Help Lead Chapel Services Every Wednesday at 10 a.m. the students, faculty and staff of Newberry College are invited to attend Chapel. Worship services are coordinated and led by Chaplain Ernie Worman and on some occasions faculty and staff who are also members of the clergy are asked to lead the Newberry Community in worship.

This October Pastor Worman, Executive Vice President Reverend Wayne Kannaday, Assistant Professor of Religion Reverend Christina Wendland, and Alumni and Church Relations Director Reverend John Derrick led the Reformation Chapel Worship Service with members of the Lutheran Student Movement. Music was provided by Dr. Laurel Larsen, Professor Allyss Haecker, and the Madrigals.

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Newberry College Chemistry Students’ Honors and Awards (2009-2010) The chemistry program recognizes one or two outstanding freshmen each year as the Newberry College “CRC Freshmen of the Year” with a CRC Handbook of Chemistry and Physics. Shelby Chastain and Jessie Baldwin were recognized for their outstanding performance in the general chemistry course sequence.

An outstanding chemistry major in the organic chemistry course sequence, Brandon Davis, chemistry major with forensic chemistry concentration, was recognized as the Newberry College PolyEd Organic Chemistry Award winner.

Brandon was awarded a $500 Newberry College ACS Undergraduate Research Award for his research proposal utilizing polyoxometalates for aerobic oxidation of hydrocarbons. Brandon has completed preliminary work and plans on submitting an abstract of his work for a poster presentation at the National ACS meeting in Anaheim, Calif. in March.

One of 11 students chosen nationwide, Mickey Bigg was awarded the National American Chemical Society Student Leadership Award. As the award winner, Mickey attended an all-expense paid weekend leadership conference in Texas. This program is specifically designed to teach chemists the leadership skills they need to develop science programming and manage volunteers in the chemical sciences. Mickey, a chemistry major with forensic chemistry concentration, plans to attend graduate school in forensic science or forensic chemistry.

Lindsey Allen, 2009 graduate, was recognized as the Western Carolina American Chemical Society Outstanding Chemistry Senior Award for Newberry College. She was presented her award by the ACS Immediate Past President Tom Lane at an awards ceremony in Greenville. Lindsey works as a chemist for General Engineering Lab, Charleston, S.C. Shelby Chastain was a participant in a National Science Foundation Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU) at the University of South Carolina in Biomedical Engineering. Shelby won first place in the poster presentation of her work at USC. Shelby also attended the annual biomedical engineering conference in Austin, Texas in October to present her poster. Shelby is chemistry major with biochemistry and forensic chemistry concentrations with plans to attend graduate school in biochemistry.

Students and professors from the College’s award winning Chemistry Department.

“Brandon is that person who stands out the first time you meet him. He is remarkable in every way and is most deserving of this award. The students in his classroom are going to be very fortunate to have Mr. Gantt as their teacher,” said Dr. Cindy JohnsonTaylor, chair of the education department, said when asked about Brandon’s award.

Brandon Gantt Selected to Receive Award Senior Brandon Gantt was selected by the American Association of School Personnel Administrators (AASPA) to receive the Leon Bradley Scholarship Award. Gantt, an early childhood education major who student taught at Chapin Elementary, plans to teach in South Carolina upon graduation.

The Leon Bradley Scholarship Program was established by the AASPA to encourage more minorities to enter the teaching profession. The association believes that it is of benefit for all students to experience diversity among the teachers who serve as role models for our students. The AASPA annually awards two scholarships to assist minority college students seeking their initial teaching certification and/or endorsement.

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Student News Art Student Awarded Art student, Leah Nye, received the Clark Ellefson Award of Merit, Amateur Division in the S.C. State Fair Juried Art Exhibit. Her collograph titled “Peony Flower” is only one example of the strong work she produces in her studio classes.

The chapter members, led by chapter co-Presidents Angie Amick and Barrett Stanley, Dr. McCartha, Dr. Parrish, and Dr. Swain have invested many hours and much effort to have this highly successful ACS Student Affiliates chapter.

ACS Student Affiliates Receive National Award Written by: Dr. Christina McCartha, ACS Faculty Advisor The Newberry College chapter of the American Chemical Society (ACS), only in its sixth year of existence, was selected to receive an Outstanding Award, the highest award available, for activities conducted during the 2008-2009 academic year. With over 900 chapters nationwide, the ACS recognized 38 chapters with the Outstanding Award.

The chapter was published in Chemical and Engineering News and In Chemistry and was honored at the 238th ACS National Meeting in March 2009. Six students, Jessica Lee, Angie Amick, Courtney Jenkins, John Taylor, JK Addy and Mickey Bigg, along with chemistry professors Dr. Christina McCartha and Dr. Sid Parrish, attended the 238th ACS National Meeting in San Francisco to accept the ACS Outstanding award.

The chapter received an ACS Student Affiliate Outstanding Chapter Award based on its participation in several different programs and activities during the 2008-2009 academic year. Students and faculty attended the local ACS meetings each month and received the “Road Warrior Award for 2009,” the regional ACS meeting (SERMACS) in Nashville, Tenn., and the National meeting in Salt Lake City, Utah. Students in the sciences who attended conferences like SERMACS had an opportunity to talk to recruiters and graduate schools, as well as other students, about what they would like to do after graduation. They had an opportunity to hear scientific papers, discuss contemporary research in a broad range of fields, and to interact with the people participating in that research, which will help them make an informed decision about their future. SERMACS also had a special undergraduate symposium and career fair where students could apply and interview for jobs and special sessions that were geared toward undergraduate students where they could talk to graduate schools and colleagues at other colleges. This experience was much more than these students could have gained in the classroom. With 11 faculty and student ACS members from Newberry College, the chapter attended SERMACS in Puerto Rico, October 21-24, 2009.

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Leah posing with her award winning “Peony Flower” artwork.

Student’s Work Published December 2010 graduate, Kevin Boozer, was featured in the June, July, August 2010 issue of Reach Out Columbia! magazine. He also was published in the January, February, March 2011 issue of Christ in Our Home devotions.

Boozer wrote devotions for the first two weeks of Epiphany. Copies may be ordered through Augsburg Fortress.

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Miss Newberry College Crowned Brieanna Logue of Edgefield, South Carolina, was crowned Miss Newberry College Jan. 29 at the annual Miss Newberry College Pageant at the Newberry Opera House.

Logue, a senior Communications major, is a member of Kappa Delta sorority, is involved in many campus activities, and works as an intern for the College’s marketing department.

History students pose for a picture at Drayton Hall Plantation in Charleston.

History Students Attend Dedication of Drayton Hall Memorial Arch In October Newberry College students Katie Roberts, Kristen Smith, Lauren Stockman, and Lawson Terhune traveled to Drayton Hall Plantation in Charleston as part of their Introduction to Public History course. The outing was part of their studies on African-American historical memory and interpretation. The students and their professor, Dr. Karl Rohr, were invited as guests for the dedication of the memorial arch on the site of the slave cemetery at Drayton Hall.

This trip was part of Dr. Rohr’s efforts to start a public history program at Newberry College and to give our history majors a chance to network and obtain internships in archives management and historic preservation. The public history program is still in the planning stages; however, the College has recently placed students in successful internships at the South Carolina Department of Archives and History and the Historic Columbia Foundation.

Sociology Student Receives Award

Monica Gibson

Former sociology major Monica Gibson presented her research at the Carolina Undergraduate Social Science Symposium (CUSSS) at Coastal Carolina University in Myrtle Beach in April 2010 before she graduated in May. She won the first prize in the Poster Contest for her study entitled, “Perceptions of the Effectiveness of the No Child Left Behind Act.” Along with Monica, 17 students from the History and Social Sciences Department presented their research at the symposium.

Sociology students included: Marquisia Alexander, Julio Cordero, Monica Gibson, Stephen Holmes, Haley Lawson, Brannon Pace, Teal O’Dell, Elizabeth Shealy, and Walter Simmons. Political Science majors who presented research were Dustin Duckett, Taylor Edmund, and Beatriz Gantt. Psychology majors included: JaQuice Brown, Brianna Hartz, Precious Jones, Allen Germershausen, James Nelson, and Frank Smith. These students were accompanied by four faculty members: Nathan and Marilyn Schroer, Carol Black, and Vinetta Witt.

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Accolades Excellence in Teaching Award Recipient It is our pleasure to announce that the 2011 recipient from Newberry College of the South Carolina Independent Colleges and Universities Excellence in Teaching Award is Associate Professor of Music and Director of Bands, Mr. William R. “Bill” Long.

National Endowment for the Humanities Seminar History Professor, Dr. Karl Rohr, was one of 16 scholars nationwide participating in a National Endowment for the Humanities Seminar, The Civil War at 150: New Approaches. Directed by the Georgia Historical Society, the seminar included daily discussions, research at the GHS archives, and several field trips.

Dr. Rohr’s research on the journal of the Rev. J. P. Smeltzer, president of Newberry College from the Civil War through Reconstruction, was presented at the Eighth Annual Civil War Symposium via his paper “The Civil War Journal of the Rev. J.P. Smeltzer.” In March, Dr. Rohr presented another paper, “On the Bridge at Harpers Ferry at Midnight: The Journal of the Rev. J.P. Smeltzer,” at the South Carolina Historical Association Annual Conference at the College of Charleston.

Dr. Rohr led two events sponsored by the Teaching American History grant program for public school teachers and the South Carolina Department of Archives and History. In June, 2010, he served as coordinator, presenter, and workshop leader on early colonization for “Envisioning America,” a workshop for the Aiken School District. Last October, Rohr was presentation and seminar leader for the History Educators Forum, “Debate and Diplomacy in History: Successes, Failures and Consequences,” where he presented his paper, “When We Strike We Wound a Brother: The Problem of Loyalties in the American Revolution.”

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Faculty & Staff L. Grady Cooper Award The senior class of 2010 has elected Dr. Mike R. Beggs to be the L. Grady Cooper Award recipient for “loyalty and devotion to the college.” During his nine years of service Dr. Beggs has chaired the Religion, Philosophy, and Church Leadership department, created the Values Based Learning Program currently led by Dr. Joseph McDonald, and obtained nearly a quarter of a million dollars in grant funding. These funds have been used to implement the Values Based Learning Program, provide paid internships for Newberry students, educate immigrant children in Newberry County in partnership with Newberry County Schools and the YMCA, and bring the College and local community into dialogue about immigrants, immigration policies and the Christian Love Ethic. Dr. Beggs was the recipient of the 2007 Governor’s Distinguished Professor Award.

2010 Professors of the Year and Distinguished Professors Dr. Charles Horn, department chair and professor of biology for Newberry College, was recently honored at the 2010 Professors of the Year and Distinguished Professors Luncheon. The event, held November 4 at the University of South Carolina, honors faculty that are dedicated to helping students in both public and private colleges and universities. It was sponsored by the South Carolina Higher Education Foundation, Inc. Dr. Horn was awarded a certificate as a Distinguished Professor of 2010.

Department of Education Professor Receives the 2010 SCICU Excellence in Teaching Award Dr. Cindy Johnson-Taylor, department of education chair and associate professor of education, received the 2010 South Carolina Independent Colleges and Universities (SCICU) Excellence in Teaching Award. SCICU awards one faculty member of each of the twenty independent colleges and universities who understands the importance of teaching as a craft and has the ability to reach out and engage students.

Dr. Johnson-Taylor is active on the Professional Review Committee for the State Board of Education, and is recognized in the state as a driving force in teacher education. Dr. Wayne Kannaday, vice president of academic affairs, said of the 2010 recipient, “We at Newberry College celebrate Cindy as the epitome of what ‘Excellence in Teaching’ is all about.”

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Nursing Professors Receive CNE

Lillian Bouknight

Karen Standish

In September, Assistant Professors of Nursing, Lillian Bouknight and Karen Standish, joined a select group of approximately 2200 other nurse educators across the United States by earning the Certified Nurse Educator (CNE) credential through the National League for Nursing. This certification validates their expertise as academic nurse educators; the CNE certification program began in 2005. Since Dr. Betsy McDowell became a CNE in 2008, all full-time nursing faculty at Newberry College are now CNE-certified.

Newberry Professors Participate in Advanced Placement Program This past summer Newberry College’s Associate Professor of Biology, Dr. Bret Clark; Assistant Professor of English, Dr. Kristi Pope Key; and Assistant Professor of Chemistry, Dr. Sid Parrish; participated in the annual reading and scoring of the College Board’s Advanced Placement Examinations.

More than 2.9 million examinations from more than thirty advanced placement courses were evaluated by over 10,000 advanced placement readers from universities and high schools. Representing many of the finest academic institutions in the world, these educators come from the United States, Canada, and abroad.

Congratulations Dr. Clark—NCSGA Professor of the Year!

Every year, the Student Government Association votes on a professor who has made a special impact on their lives both in and outside of the classroom. The 20092010 SGA Professor of the Year was Biology Professor, Dr. Bret Clark.

Dr. Bret Clark

Dr. Kristi Pope Key

Dr. Sid Parrish

Works Published Nationally This past year two Newberry College professors and the executive vice president for academic affairs all had their works published nationally.

Dr. Carol Black, Asst. Professor of Sociology, made a great professional accomplishment by writing a book, a journal article, and a chapter in a threevol. series. Her book is entitled Working for Justice: Families and Prison Reform, Lambert Academic Publishing. Her journal article, “Doing Gender From Prison: Male Inmates and Their Supportive Wives and Girlfriends,” was published in Race Gender and Class Journal, v.17 no.3-4, 2010. Her book chapter, “Grassroots Efforts Against Private Prisons,” is Chapter Seven of Vol.III in the series, Prison Privatization: The Many Facets of a Controversial Industry.

Political Science Professor, Dr. Steven Schweizer’s work, “Timpani Tone and the Interpretation of Baroque and Classical Music,” was published by the prestigious Oxford University Press. This scholarly work provides timpanists a text for exploring the theory and practice of timpani tone, particularly as it relates to performing works of the Baroque and Classical periods.

Executive Vice President of Academic Affairs and Dean of the College Dr. Wayne Kannaday, recently published a book review for the Catholic Biblical Quarterly and three entries in the brand-new Cambridge Dictionary of Christianity.

Dr. Carol Black

Dr. Steven Schweizer

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Welcome

Faculty & Staff New Chair of the Business Department

New Music Faculty Dr. Chris Sheppard and Allyss Haecker represent the new team of full-time choral and voice faculty for the music department.

Dr. Sheppard serves as director of the Madrigals and also teaches choral conducting, choral methods, and applied voice. Haecker joins the music faculty as the director of vocal studies and teaches world music, opera workshop, and applied voice. Both professors worked together this fall to teach foreign language diction for singers.

Originally from West Virginia, Dr. Sheppard holds degrees from the University of Wisconsin, University of Northern Colorado and Marshall University. He came to Newberry from Montana State University Billings, where he taught for five years.

Raised in Lincoln, Nebraska, Haecker attended Converse College to earn her bachelor’s of music education degree. She received a master’s degree in choral conducting and literature from the University of Illinois – Champaign/Urbana. She is currently working to complete her dissertation on South African choral music for her doctoral degree in choral conducting from the University of Iowa – Iowa City. Most recently, she was the Director of Vocal Studies at the National Music Conservatory in Amman, Jordan.

Her responsibilities included teaching applied voice and ear training and also directing the Conservatory Youth Choir and Chamber Singers.

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Dr. Joseph W. Franklin was announced as the new chair of the Newberry College Business Department. Franklin holds degrees in educational leadership and administration, economics and business administration. He plans to take the business program to new levels by revitalizing the existing general management major and by introducing majors that include accounting and management information systems.

College names first Nurse Practitioner Jennifer Wright joins the Student Affairs’ team as Newberry College’s first nurse practitioner. Prior to coming to Newberry she provided health care and wellness services to the Encore Employee Health Clinic in Mobile, Ala. She received her Master of Science degree from the University of Mobile and has been in practice for the past 12 years and is currently a doctoral candidate.

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New Chief Financial Officer (CFO) and Executive Vice President for Administrative Affairs

Newberry College has appointed Dr. Steven Feld as Chief Financial Officer (CFO) and Executive Vice President for Administrative Affairs.

In the new position, Feld will be responsible for overseeing all business processes at the college, including financial operations, purchasing, information technology, and human resources. The

appointment completes a national search for the new position.

Feld was most recently Chief Operating Officer for the New Yorkbased firm CEO Connection and was the Executive Director of Smith Global Ventures. His experience in higher education includes teaching at the University of Pennsylvania and the University of Maryland where he has delivered executive programs for such companies as Lockheed Martin and Black & Decker.

At Newberry, Feld plans to focus on building and strengthening the overall financial health of the college by working closely with all of the college’s key constituents. Ultimately, his goals are to increase school resources, invest in the

campus, and enhance the student experience.

“This is a tremendous opportunity to join the Newberry College community at a time when the school has a strong momentum to move forward in new and innovative ways,” he said. “Now, we need to provide and effectively manage our financial resources so we can give our students the best educational experience possible and prepare them for making a difference in the world.”

Feld holds a doctorate from the University of Pennsylvania’s Wharton School of Business and graduated from the University of New Mexico’s Farris School of Engineering with a degree in mechanical engineering.

New Teacher Education Faculty Dr. Lisa D. Waller earned her B.S. in Elementary Education from Mississippi University for Women, her M.Ed. in Curriculum and Instruction from Middle Tennessee State University, and her Ph.D. in Educational Psychology and Research from the University of South Carolina.

Dr. Waller has taught both elementary and middle school students in the states of Mississippi and Tennessee. She is well versed in classroom technology and has trained teachers in Tennessee and South Carolina to integrate technology into everyday teaching.

Mrs. Jennifer Morrison graduated with her BA in English from the University of South Carolina and went on to study Education at the University of Canterbury in New Zealand on a Fulbright scholarship. While advancing teacher education and state teacher retention at Newberry College, she will be completing her PhD in Educational Administration at the University of South Carolina in Columbia.

New Alumni Association Staff Member Morgan Marlowe has been hired as the new head coach for Newberry College cheerleading and Alumni Affairs Coordinator it was announced by athletic director Robin Muller.

“As a former student-athlete and alumnus of Newberry College, I am honored to return to campus,” said Marlowe, “I look forward to continuing to grow and build our cheerleading, and alumni affairs programs.”

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Accolades Women’s Basketball

2010 Athletic Highlights

Anita Bulcher Earns President’s Award

Each year two student-athletes from the South Atlantic Conference who distinguish themselves both athletically and in the classroom are named the 2009-10 SAC President’s Award recipients. This year Newberry College’s women’s basketball center, Anita Bulcher, was presented with this award.

ESPN the Magazine named Bulcher to the Academic All-American College Division II women’s basketball first team.

She is the second Newberry studentathlete to ever win the SAC President’s Award. She was the 2010 winner of the W.L. Laval Award, presented to a member of the Newberry College senior class who is judged to be outstanding in athletics, scholarship, character, and leadership.

Basketball center, Anita Bulcher

Women’s Team Qualifies for NCAA National Tournament The Newberry College women’s basketball team clinched a berth to the NCAA Division II Women’s Basketball Tournament in the 2009-10 season. This marked the return of the women’s team to the tournament for the first time since making the tournament for three consecutive seasons from 2005 to 2007.

Women’s Volleyball Parrish Named to All-SAC Second and Freshman Teams Newberry College freshman outside hitter, Samantha Parrish, was named to the All-SAC Second Team and the SAC All-Freshman Team.

Parrish competed in 29 of the 30 matches the Wolves played this year. The freshman led the squad in kills (365) and kills per set (3.41) and finished the regular season third in the conference in kills as well.

Outside Hitter, Samantha Parrish

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Bryant Blanton, Newberry’s Newest National Champion

Wrestling Blanton Wins National Title

The Newberry College wrestling team claimed its third-ever national champion after Bryant Blanton took the national championship at 184 lbs. at the NCAA Division II Wrestling Championships in March 2010 with a 2-1 tiebreaker win over Shane Mallory of East Stroudsburg.

The win put Newberry in a finishing position of a tie for eighth place with Gannon University with 46 team points, marking the third straight year Newberry has finished in the top 10 at the national tournament. Blanton joins Cy Wainwright and Keeno Griffin as national champions in Newberry history. The Scarlet and Gray finished the tournament with three All-Americans: Bryant Blanton with the national championship and Keeno Griffin and Sheridan Moran with fourth-place finishes. The three placewinners bring the total number of All-American wrestlers in Newberry history to 14.

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Women’s Golf

Football

Besio Earns National Honors with 2nd Place Finish

Five Wolves Named to AllSAC Teams

Newberry junior Maria Besio claimed 2nd place in a field of 71 participants after the completion of Saturday’s final round of the NCAA Division II National Championship tournament for women’s golf in Mesa, Ariz.

Besio held a four stroke lead heading into the fourth round, but struggled on the front nine for the first time in the tournament. Rallying to sink three birdies on 13, 16, and 18, Besio finished the round even on the back nine with a full day stroke total of 82, 11-over par.

The No. 11 Newberry College women’s golf program shattered school and conference records en route to a first place finish at the 2010 Food Lion South Atlantic Conference Championship in Hendersonville, N.C. The Scarlet and Gray overcame a five stroke deficit to coast to an 18-stroke victory with a combined stroke total of 923 at the par-72, 5,821-yard Etowah Valley Country Club. Newberry’s three round total not only set a new school record, but set a new conference and tournament record by 40 strokes.

The Newberry Wolves football team went 5-5 in 2010 with a 4-3 SAC record.

The season was highlighted by three players earning All-American honors.

Safety Ron Parker (pictured) was named to four postseason All-American teams to push his career total to 10 such honors. He was named to the D2Football. com first team, the Don Hansen’s Football Gazette first team, the Daktronics second team, and the Associated Press Little All-American third team. He was also named an all-South Carolina player by the Orangeburg Touchdown Club for the second season.

Also earning All-American honors were center Matt Holmes and wide receiver David Pressley. Holmes earned all-state honors for the second straight season as well. It was the first All-American nod for both players.

Parker, Holmes, and Pressley were allregion and all-South Atlantic Conference first teamers. Others earning all-SAC honors were defensive lineman Arterio Arnold and linebacker Apollo Stretch.

The pair were second team all-conference players.

Women’s Golf Team proudly displays their SAC Tournament Champions banner

Men’s Golf

Women’s Soccer

Season Ends with 14th Place Finish at Super Regional

Smith Named to All-SAC Second Team

The Newberry College men’s golf program improved with every round of the 2010 NCAA Division II South/Southeast Super Regional, but the Scarlet and Gray could only climb to 14th after the final round in Wilson, N.C. Newberry’s three round stroke total of 877, 25-over par, came 32 strokes behind tournament champion Barry University.

Newberry College sophomore defender, Cassie Smith, was named to the All-South Atlantic Conference second team. Smith started all 18 games and led the team in minutes played.

The Wolves finished in fourth place in the South Atlantic Conference and won their first-ever SAC Tournament match over fifth-seeded Mars Hill.

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Newberry Softball Earns Top Academic Honors The Newberry College softball team picked up top academic honors as the Wolves finished with the ninth overall team grade point average in NCAA Division II. The girls got game/National Fastpitch Coaches Association Academic Awards program honors both collegiate and high school teams for their submitted GPAs for the 2009-10 academic year.

The Wolves posted an overall GPA of 3.427 and were the only team from the South Atlantic Conference to crack the top 45. “This is really great for our program,” said seventh-year head coach

“Every year we strive to do our best academically, and I believe that it’s a testament to the way the professors work with the kids here and the quality of girls we bring in.”

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Joe Elston. “Every year we strive to do our best academically, and I believe that it’s a testament to the way the professors work with the kids here and the quality of girls we bring in.”

As a second component of the program, all student-athletes who achieved a 3.50 GPA during the 2009-2010 academic year are named as girls got game/NFCA Scholar Athletes. Newberry had 13 players earn this achievement including: Amanda Huckestein, Chelsie Hilbourn, Courtney Flach, Elaina Alcocer, Haley Watson, Jessica Reid, Jessica Teague, Kristen Hicks, Megan Eysen, Sara Powell, Stephanie Blazer, Tiffany Pigage, and Whitney Wiles.

This is the fifth time in six seasons Newberry has ranked in the top 50 in team GPA.

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Congratulations to Women’s Basketball Coach Sean Page, Women’s Golf Coach Lauren Ressler McCants and Men’s Golf Coach Brian McCants for all being named the South Atlantic Conference Coach of the Year for their respective sports during the 2009-2010 season.

Coach Page was also named the Coach of the Year at Newberry College, an award voted on by all of the coaches at the College.

The Order of the Gray Stripe Todd Knight, head football coach at Newberry College, ensures his program creates leaders. Inspired by North Carolina State’s Dick Sheridan’s Diamond Club, Coach Knight created the Order of the Gray Stripe. The Stripe symbolizes an earned distinction; it designates the wearer as one of the elite, as the “best of the best.”

Gray, one of the school colors, was chosen to contrast with the red and white uniforms.

The stripe runs the length of the helmet and is highly prized. Coach Knight is equally proud of the men who wear the Stripe. “They are leaders, on and off of the field,” he explains. “They’re well-rounded. It goes beyond athletics; it’s integrity, effort, academics, and attitude as well.”

The elite few who wear the Stripe are immediately recognized by it. “It’s a special reminder of the philosophy of the program,” comments Assistant Head Coach Todd Varn. “The Stripe signifies character.”

Eight men proudly wear the Gray Stripe: seniors Matt Holmes, Derrell Kinard, David Pressley, Josh Williams, and sophomores Bryan Ehrlich, Chase Gamble, Joe Smith, and Apollo Stretch. All of the football coaches unanimously decide to extend the invitation to the Order of the Gray Stripe. Thus far, no one has declined to sign the oath. The students regard it as an honor; their signature equals commitment.

Student-Athletes Named to SAC Commissioner’s Honor Roll In May, 2010, the 2009-10 South Atlantic Conference Commissioner’s Honor Roll announced 820 student-athletes recognized for their achievements in the classroom.

Newberry College led the conference for the fourth consecutive year with 135 studentathletes in SAC-sponsored sports earning honors.

The SAC Commissioner’s Honor Roll recognizes those student-athletes who carry at least a 3.20 cumulative grade point average and have completed at least one season in the conference-sponsored sports of football, women’s volleyball, men’s soccer, women’s soccer, men’s and women’s cross country, men’s and women’s basketball, baseball, softball, men’s and women’s tennis and men’s and women’s golf.

With the non-SAC sports of wrestling and competitive cheer included, 143 Newberry student-athletes met the qualifications for the honor roll.

The 820 student-athletes represent 33 U.S. states, 33 foreign countries and three Canadian provinces. Twenty-five percent (205) of the honorees held grade point averages of 3.75 or higher. Of those, 22 student-athletes carried a perfect 4.00 GPA.

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Athletic Club Success Continues The Club has raised over $439,000 since July 2010 and has over $500,000 in pledges. Our mission to raise money to support all phases of the College’s athletic program, grow endowed athletic scholarships, and promote the ideals of good sportsmanship has strengthened through the generosity and loyalty of our supporters.

Giving to the Athletic Club provides many things for student-athletes at Newberry College. Your generous gifts not only allowed athletes and train on up-to-date equipment to increase winning strategies, they also provided our students with the experience of participating in collegiate sports.

B o a rd of a dvisors 2010-2011 Athletic Club Eric Wells ’87 – Chairman Will Blackmon ’92 – Vice Chairman Robin Muller – Athletics Director Billy Abercrombie ‘81 Doug Bouknight ‘88 Trey Castles ‘94 Jimmie Coggins ‘74 Donna Culclasure Otis Culclasure ‘61 Todd Culclasure ‘86 Michael Gunn ‘96 Bob James ‘79 Todd Sanders

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Q u e s t i o n s & a n s we r s

Membership in the Athletic Club is on the rise in 2010-2011. This year our membership has increased by 87 new members. There are several levels of giving ranging from $100 to $30,000. Each level is packed with benefits including car decals, parking, football tickets, and all sports passes to name a few. Becoming a member has never been easier as you can now join online.

For more information about the Athletic Club, please visit www.newberryathleticsite.com/ athleticclub There you will learn about upcoming events, news, how to become a member and about our athletic scholarships.

Or, contact our staff to answer your questions.

Methods of Giving Cash Gifts: These provide immediate help for the entire sports program. Payments may be spread over the course of 12 months.

Gifts In Kind: For some supporters, it may be easier to provide goods and services instead of cash. Contact the Athletic Club office for more information.

Mike Hold Executive Director 321-5247 mike.hold@newberry.edu

Matching Gifts: Many companies have a matching gift program that doubles the value of your gift at no extra cost to you. Ask your employer for information concerning a matching gift program for higher education.

Planned Giving: Newberry College has staff to help assist anyone who may wish to endow a scholarship or contribute to one which already exists.

Gifts such as real estate, life insurance, stocks, and bequests are appreciated and accepted.

Sharon Bryant Associate Executive Director 321-5152 sharon.bryant@newberry.edu

Jerry Chitty Special Assistant to Executive Director 321-2115 jerry.chitty@newberry.edu

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Homecoming!

Newberry College formally invites and welcomes alumni and friends to campus to celebrate with current students, faculty and staff.

Please join us on October 22, 2011 for another fun filled day of activities. The Football game will begin at 4pm vs Tusculum. Visit our website for a full list of activities and schedules. www.newberry.edu Photos shown were taken at Homecoming weekend 2010. The day concluded as the Wolves played Lenoir-Rhyne University’s Bears. Despite a tough game, Newberry emerged with another great win for another great year!

Save The Date!

HOMECOMING October 22, 2011

Congratulations to the Homecoming Parade Winners: 1st - Sigma Sigma Sigma 2nd - Kappa Delta 3rd - Lutheran Student Movement

Scar After many months of searching, Newberry is excited to have a brand-new staff member, Scar! The College’s new mascot is a scarlet and gray wolf, which is indigenous to the Newberry College campus. From his Mohawk to his tail, Scar is a great representation of the College, and we’re proud to have him here!

Scar was unveiled to an excited crowd at the Parade that took place on Homecoming day!

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The Lutheran Marching Band Did you know that Newberry is the only Lutheran college in the country that maintains a marching band? It is very probable that we are the smallest NCAA college that maintains a marching band. What a tribute to members of the band both past and present! Bill Long, director of bands, has often said that he would love to march at least 100 members, a dream that is fast approaching. In 2009, the Scarlet Spirit Marching Band, was over 90 members strong!

It has become a tradition at Newberry to have the shows written by students. The 2009 show was written by senior church music major, Ike Pitts (Camden, South Carolina), and the 2010 show was written by senior church music major, Matt Herring (Johnston, South Carolina). Director Long remains adamant that the shows written by student writers match, and sometimes, exceed the quality of the shows being produced by professionals. A Latin theme was chosen for the 2010 show and generated a huge audience response.

Congratulations to the 2010 Homecoming Queen Sara Hyatt, Homecoming King Derek Bley, and the entire 2010 Homecoming Court.

Pictured abov e is Homecoming the Wolf from Hollywild A nimal Park w festivities. He ho joined in on led the footb all team to th e field before this year’s their game!

A group of Alumni pose for a picture before the game.

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Gatherings Alumni Lawn Party The Homecoming weekend started off for alumni on Friday night with the annual Alumni Lawn Party at the Dufford Alumni House. The event was well-attended and was graced with an energized appearance from the College Pep Band and NC Cheerleaders. Throughout the evening, gifts and recognitions were given.

Met My Mate Recognitions included a “Met My Mate” Award for alumni that were married to classmates from the College. College historian, Gordon Henry, also presented some of the College’s memorabilia from every decade since the school’s existence.

Alumni Association 5K run/walk.

Saturday started off with the second annual Alumni Association 5K run/walk. The race consisted of adult and youth runners, men, women, children and pets. The morning also included the annual Alumni Association’s College Ring Ceremony in Wiles Chapel.

This year’s ceremony honored 18 men and women who had ordered their college ring; three of these students were winners of the Alumni Ring Award.

Catered Lunch Following the morning events, a catered lunch was provided in the courtyard between Holland and Kaufmann Halls. Alumni were able to enjoy the new addition of a deck, tables, and chairs to Kaufmann Hall.

Photo Captions from top to bottom: 1. Alumni and friends enjoying the Lawn Party.

2. Rev. and Mrs. Larry and Bonnie Long dance at the Met My Mate party.

3. Runners take off at the Alumni Association 5K. 4. A group from the Class of 2000 take a moment after the luncheon to pose for a photo.

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Alumni Award Winners Phillip T. Kelly, Jr. Outstanding Young Alumni Award The Phillip T. Kelly, Jr. Outstanding Young Alumni Award was given to Kelly Chapman Furtick ’00. The young alumni award is presented to an outstanding young alumnus/a who best exemplifies commitment to, and support of, Newberry College.

Mrs. Furtick is currently involved in Newberry College’s STAR committee and is the publisher of the Class of 2000’s monthly newsletter. She is married to Robert Kennerly Furtick ’01 and enjoys spending her time with family and friends.

Noah and Pansy Derrick Outstanding Non-Alumni Award T. Edward “Ed” Kyzer, former mayor of the city of Newberry, was presented with the Noah and Pansy Derrick Outstanding Non-Alumni Award. This award is given to a non-alumnus/a who best exemplifies commitment to, and support of, Newberry College. Additional consideration is given for service to church, community, state and nation. Mr. Kyzer and his wife organized the Newberry Sister City Association in 1999. Newberry’s partnership with Hamm, Germany is recognized as the most active in South Carolina and western Germany with over 125 citizens of Newberry going on tours of Germany. Each tour allows one high school student and one student from Newberry College to accompany the group free of charge.

Thomas A. Epting Outstanding Alumni Award The Thomas A. Epting Outstanding Alumni Award is presented to an alumnus/a over the age of forty who best exemplifies commitment to, and support of, Newberry College.

This year the award was given to the Dufford family. Dr. C. A. Dufford, Jr. ‘42, Ms. Virginia Dufford ‘44, Ms. Doris Dufford (attended the College from 1945-1948 and was awarded a stenographic certificate in 1946) and Dr. William E. “Bill” Dufford’49. The Duffords have donated many gifts to the College, including the family home, furnishings, artwork, and grounds to serve as an alumni center for Newberry College in 1999.

Photo Captions from top to bottom: 1. Alumni Association President Woody Cornwell presents Mrs. Furtick her Alumni Award.

2. Mr. Cornwell presents Mr. Kyzer his award.

3. Dr. William Dufford accepts the Alumni Award on behalf of his siblings.

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A Message From Our Senior Vice President Greetings to all of our Newberry alumni and friends!

It is with great optimism that I come on board as your new Senior V.P. for Institutional Advancement and Intercollegiate Athletics. At the same time I am both honored and privileged to move forward in the areas of fundraising, marketing, branding, and communications while serving Newberry College.

I hope that my enthusiasm will be contagious and my desire to move forward will encourage the staff, faculty, and alumni.

One of my main goals with this new position will be to help Newberry not only maintain its character but to also increase its potential to reach new goals and possibilities.

My hope is to stay closely connected with each and every one of you, so that, together, we can further develop this institution as one which will exceed all of our expectations. We want to keep you informed, updated and involved with all of the exciting activities being planned and implemented. We have a diverse program of periodicals, presidential newsletters, web communications, email, annual events and various social gatherings to keep you involved in our initiatives.

Equally important is that we want to hear from you, our family of friends and alumni, whose opinions and feedback we value and will always consider. You are always welcome to contact me or any of our dedicated staff whose contact information is on our website.

I cannot emphasize how fortunate we are to have such a dedicated and engaged core of supporters such as you. It goes without saying that each of you has made a positive difference in this institution and, therefore, in the lives of many students.

I look forward to working with you to continue to build and improve this wonderful institution.

Best wishes,

Brad Senior Vice President for Institutional Advancement and Intercollegiate Athletics

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Alumni Support Exciting Improvements Our enhancement projects include, but are not limited to: A brand-new College Welcome Center in the old president’s home on Luther Street

$2,000,000 The Department of Music’s revitalization of instruments, music and equipment The Alumni Music Center Lobby and Recital Hall renovations Smeltzer, Summerland Reception Room $2,000,000 upgrades A new, spacious Student Fitness Center with a greater variety of quality equipment A rejuvenated Holland Hall Lobby State of the art electronic classrooms $2,000,000 (a.k.a. “LearnLabs”) New seating in Kohn Lecture Hall with up-todate audio visual A new conference room in Eleazer Arena, location of the former student fitness area Kaufmann Hall Deck Expansion with scarlet overhead awnings An all-encompassing Learning Commons community, which will likely involve a major capital campaign. This last portends to be the “flagship” element and strategic coup of$2,000,000 our long range planning – or as Dr. Koerwer now calls it, A Vision in Progress.

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Annual Fund - Year End Giving Campaign Last fall, some of the best and brightest students telephoned thousands of alumni and friends to ask for their financial support.

These students were raising money for the Annual Fund, one of the most important funds at Newberry College.

The Year-End Giving Campaign was different from other phone-a-thon campaigns because each one of the student callers receives financial assistance through scholarships supported by the Annual Fund. Because many of the student callers would not be able to attend Newberry College if it were not for the Annual Fund, they understand the importance of annual giving and appreciate all gifts, regardless of size.

In many ways, the Annual Fund represents the difference between Newberry College being a good institution and becoming a great, regionally and nationally recognized college.

Unlike any other fund at the College, your contributions to the Annual Fund make an immediate impact on current students by directly supporting every aspect of their educational experience.

Annual gifts enable Newberry College to provide merit and need-based scholarships, renovate classrooms, lead student field trips, encourage study abroad programs and hire quality faculty.

Moreover, your contributions enable the College to partner with local, regional and national organizations on reality-based, experiential learning programs that are essential for the development of our students – the future citizens of our nation.

Your Annual Fund support provides the foundation necessary to instruct students in an environment that prepares them to become responsible, successful and significant. In addition, strong annual alumni giving is a great investment, paying college dividends in many ways. Not only do total annual dollars provide critically needed operating funds, the corresponding alumni giving percentage better positions the college against peer institu-

tions applying for competitive foundation grants. Strong percentages of alumni support help convince philanthropists to support the college’s mission with capital beyond alumni capacity. Strong annual giving percentages play a role in national college rankings, an essential tool for student recruitment.

Newberry College would like to thank all alumni and friends who have made the Year-End Giving Campaign a success. If you have not already contributed, we hope you will consider a gift to the Annual Fund. After all, changing the life of a student is a pretty good return on your investment.

A nnuAl Fund C ontribution i nFo We invite you to be a part of our Annual Fund by helping to make your difference with a generous, fully tax deductible contribution to Newberry College. It is through your support that our College may continue to grow, thrive and improve its national standing as one of the best liberal arts colleges in the region.

If you wish to be a part of this worthwhile effort, please fill out the attached envelope, making your 100% tax deductible gift checks payable to Newberry College with a note for your contribution to the Annual Fund.

You may also go online and contribute with your credit card. www.newberry.edu/giving-to-newberry/ donate-on-line.aspx Thank you for your loyal support.

Students from the College take a moment to pose for a picture during this year’s Phone-a-thon!

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YOU CAN HELP! Newberry is Full Speed Ahead on New Facelift and Capital Improvements As part of a comprehensive approach to significantly raise the standards of our learning, living and recruiting environment for students and resources at Newberry College, President Scott Koerwer, has approved, directed and is now implementing major improvements and renovations in several key areas of the campus.

After carefully assessing budget options from another record enrollment, Dr. Koerwer began his tenure by immediately identifying and initiating high priority projects to take our College to a higher level of excellence.

It is to this end that Newberry College is eager to announce and begin a “mini-campaign” for purchasing new equipment and replenishing spent available funds applied toward the first four high priority projects. This campaign’s success will establish the foundation for a viable, long-term preventive maintenance and new construction fund as well as help prepare the College to best execute a future major capital campaign to address other high priority areas of immediate need.

At the October board of trustees meeting, Dr. Koerwer briefed his “Top 10 Priorities” and accompanying plan to rectify some of Newberry College’s most pressing needs. With the goal of making improvements that strengthen the capabilities of the College’s many departments to perform their missions with distinction, we, thereby, help our students raise the bar of their capabilities. Both combine to significantly strengthen our ability to recruit excellent students, faculty and staff while improving the tremendous resources it takes to accomplish and sustain such.

The answer to the first and most pressing question is the total cost of the first nine projects. This is nearly $900,000. (The future Learning Commons would be determined later and funded as part of a strategic major capital campaign.)

The first four of these, which are well into both the planning and executing phases, are about $315,000, so we have decided to initially focus on those endeavors. If you have a passion for, or just a sense of, stewardship to help improve and maintain our historic campus, there is no better time than now to show your love, faith and loyalty.

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vision that starts with [student] prospects and their parents’ first impression of Newberry College and does not end at graduation but continues on to graduates and contributing alumni.

From the first impact of the Welcome Center, to the effect of recruitment and orientation of the Alumni Music Center, to the fundraising activities of Holland Hall and the Summerland Reception Room, to the day-to-day impact on the current and prospective student population of the new LearnLab and classrooms, the Fitness Center and Kohn Lecture Hall… these projects, while seeming to be standalone, work together through their purpose and order of priority as a progressive vision of what Newberry College is and will be.”

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The following are the approximate project costs which you can make a significant difference to offset:

Welcome Center

House renovation Furniture Wiring Ceramic Bathroom Floors Total

Music Department

Instruments Furniture Music Equipment, Supplies, Ensembles Total:

Smeltzer, Summerland Reception Room

Termite Treatment General Carpet Painting Plaster HVAC Insulation Flooring Total

Fitness Center

Renovation Construction Floor Flat Screens Total

$ 141,862 $ 101,133 $ 4,500 $ 3,700 $ 251,195 $ 41,000 $ 9,237 $ 7,699 $ 1,460 $ 59,396 $ 450 $ 5,318 $ 600 $ 2,900 $ 2,550 $ 20,243 $ 4,695 $ 9,320 $ 46,067 $ 17,822 $ 7,298 $ 2,700 $ 27,820

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Our Top Four Priorities Welcome Center:

Primary purpose: Recruitment Secondary purpose: Fundraising If we all agree that it starts with the students, then there is nothing more important than Recruitment, Admissions and Financial Aid. And beyond that priority there is nothing more important than having our prospective students and parents embrace the perspective that Newberry College holds those priorities dear. The former offices in Holland Hall required visiting parents and students, regardless of ability, to climb stairs to search for the Office of Enrollment Management in order to meet with Admissions and Financial Aid. With a dedicated Welcome Center, the first person whom prospective students now meet is a representative from Enrollment, and the first impression they get is that they are welcome and will be taken care of. Clear signage and dedicated parking at the Center significantly improve the initial impressions. In the new Welcome Center, the first faces they see will be welcoming in an area impeccably appointed with top of the line Steelecase furnishings. This initial and lasting experience by every prospective student and parent demonstrates that they are important, that we are proud of who we are, and that we have built a first class facility to emphasize our desire to have the best educational environment while attending Newberry.

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in need of Instruments, Music, Equipment and Furniture.

One of our most cherished and important departments is not only anticipating a major facelift of its front lobby and recital hall as we continue to improve our campus facilities, but Dr. Sally Cherrington-Beggs (our Music Chair) and her team are initiating a focused effort which includes replacing old, substandard and missing musical instruments, updating and replenishing music, acquiring appropriate, ergonomic musician seating, and updating antiquated equipment. This is one of several key components to raising the standards of our learning community here at Newberry College that President Scott Koerwer has approved and directed.

We hope that with these basic needs filled we will position ourselves for ever greater improvements in the future.

The music department has wonderful, diverse programs for our students, all of which we agree require the “tools of the trade” such as good quality instruments. These are intended for our various bands and ensembles such as the marching, jazz and concert bands. In addition to instrumental programs we have the Newberry Singers and the Madrigal vocal groups, as well as our future music educators, all of whom urgently need new sheet and digital music. As we expect the best from our student musicians and provide top notch instruction, we must do our part to provide first class means to this end.

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Smeltzer, Summerland Reception Room

Student Fitness Center

The Summerland Reception Room, in our oldest and most historic building, Smeltzer Hall, has been a centerpiece for gatherings, banquets and fine arts events. With its high ceilings, intricate trim work, and classic furnishings, it is also a primary facility for wedding rehearsal dinners and receptions. This cherished area has always been a gem of the campus but it had fallen into disrepair over the last few years. Its last repair had been 43 years ago. A recently detailed coat of paint, re-plastering of molding, and a completely new subflooring that added new hardwood floors, provided Newberry another world class reception room for intimate gatherings, guest lectures or small, formal dinner parties.

A renovated formal room like this will continue to serve as an example of the importance of care and stewardship by all of our students as well as alumni and visitors.

The old, former fitness room was inadequate to say the least.

An outdated, incomplete set of equipment in an inconvenient location did not represent what our College stands for--which is what is best for our students. As one board member stated, “A fitness center is sorely missing from our campus for students.

Students expect it… and these are ubiquitous on every campus we compete with for students. While the former Presidential Dining Room may not be ideal, it was the best and only place we could convert. Finding other convertible meeting space was better than not providing this much-needed amenity to our student body. If we are truly focusing on putting students first, this is another step in the right direction.” The new center has a professional, complete set of both cardiovascular and strengthbuilding equipment in an open, well-lit setting with easy student access.

Primary purpose(s): Recruitment/Orientation Secondary purpose: Fundraising

Primary purpose: Physical Well Being Secondary purpose: Recruiting

Capital Improvement Contribution Information We invite you to be a part of this exciting endeavor by helping to make your difference with a generous, fully tax deductible contribution to Newberry College. It is through your support that our College may continue to grow, thrive, and improve its national standing as one of the best liberal arts colleges in the region.

If you wish to be a part of this worthwhile effort, please fill out the attached envelope, making your 100% tax deductible gift checks payable to Newberry College with a note for what project you would like to support, or donate online.

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YOU CAN DONATE ON-LINE!

www.newberry.edu/giving-to-newberry/donate-on-line.aspx If you would like to support a specific College project, you can do so under gift “Designation” and choose one or more of our following exciting new initiatives: 1. New College Welcome Center 2. Department of Music Instruments, Ergonomic Chairs, Music, and Equipment 3. Smeltzer Hall Summerland Honors Reception Area Renovation 4. New Student Fitness Center If you have another particular area of interest, just write that in under “Special Instructions,” and we will ensure your hard-earned dollars go where you prefer.

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Planned Giving Tips Every dollar you bequeath to Newberry College or the value of any property you leave to Newberry College is completely deductible for federal estate tax purposes.

If you prefer to name Newberry College as the beneficiary of an insurance policy on your life, the proceeds of the policy will be tax deductible. Or, if you decide to create a lifetime trust for Newberry College the value of our interest will qualify for an estate tax deduction.

You may accelerate bequests for family members by combining them with future gifts to Newberry.

For example, you can create a trust now that pays income for life to a family member and then passes the assets to Newberry. You will receive an income tax charitable deduction, the assets will be removed from your gross estate and any gift taxes will be minimized by a gift tax charitable deduction.

We would be happy to talk with you and your advisers about the many options for combining tax-smart gifts to Newberry College with benefits for family members.

Planned Giving Questions?

Visit our website for valuable information about gift contribution opportunities www.newberry.edu/giving Please Call Institutional Advancement (803) 321-5651

JoinUs President’s Club

In the summer of 1985 a group of alumni and friends met with the intention of forming a club comprised of some of Newberry College’s most loyal supporters. The new club was named the President’s Club, and its members would support the College and its mission through their time, treasure, and talent.

Since its formation, the President’s Club has grown. Now, 25 years later, the club has over 350 members, and each member holds a special place in their heart for Newberry College.

Membership in the President’s Club is available to all alumni and friends of the institution by invitation. To be considered for membership alumni and friends must have supported Newberry College through a minimum of $10,000 in charitable donations. Past contributions are included and new gifts can be made through scholarships, Athletic Club memberships, Annual Fund support, and, especially in the case of alumni, class donations.

To allow the opportunity to remain connected to Newberry College and other members, and to show appropriate and deserving recognition to those participating, the President’s Club holds at least two events each year. These events are a great time for fellowship and to showcase activities at the College.

Over the next few years the President’s Club hopes to continue to grow both membership and campus visibility.

If you or someone you know would like to join this elite group of alumni and friends, please contact Jason Boice in the Office of Institutional Advancement at 803.321.5694 or e-mail Jason.Boice@Newberry.edu.

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graduation at Newberry: “Newberry College Commencements” Environmental expert and PBS personality Rudolph E. (Rudy) Mancke will be the commencement speaker for Newberry College at the spring 2011 graduation ceremonies. Mancke, an adjunct faculty member and naturalist-in-residence at the University of South Carolina, will be addressing about 150 graduating students in May. Former guest speakers from recent graduations included David H. Wilkins, a former U.S. ambassador to Canada, and Dr. Mick Zais, who was leaving his 10-year presidency at Newberry to pursue a career in politics.

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Greetings

Alumni meet & greet Newberry College Launches Its Own Professional Network

By Kevin Boozer

The Alumni Association President Elect, the NCAAAA President and the Alumni Association President.

The Alumni Association Newberry alumni enjoy giving back. They show their “love, faith and loyalty” with their time, talents and treasures.

They utilize various planned giving methods and products to create personal and family campus legacies for the high goal of achieving and keeping a strong reputation that recruits and retains excellent students, faculty and staff.

The Alumni Association at Newberry College was established in 1879. For 131 years, the association has promoted times of fellowship; increased institutional love, faith, and loyal support; united alumni with friends of the College; linked alumni with students, faculty and staff; assisted in recruiting excellent students; and supported and yielded to the highest aims of the College. Every graduate of Newberry College is automatically included in the Alumni Association free of charge.

Similar to the online networking site LinkedIn, a new professional network is available exclusively to people who have ties to Newberry College. The Newberry College Network provides an opportunity for Newberry College students, their parents, alumni, friends of college and employers to come together with common goals relating to employment opportunities, job skill development and career networking.

Alumni can reconnect with old friends and make new connections when they use the Newberry College Network to help with job searches and with professional networking.

Members of the network can conduct searches for jobs, internships and mentoring opportunities. Information and contacts found over the network may also help someone locate or apply for graduate school. “This is an opportunity to build professional connections through the internet that we could not make otherwise,” said Kim Franklin, director of career services at the College. “As a community, the Newberry College Network will allow us to share our professional resources.”

To learn more about the Newberry College Network, visit the website at www.newberry.edu/network. Alumni and friends of the College can join the Newberry College Network by completing the online application. Each application will go through an approval process. If approved, new members will become connected to all of the resources within the network.

In the spring, students will have the opportunity to join and begin to take advantage of its resources.

If you would like to serve on the Alumni Board of Managers please contact Newberry College Alumni Association President Woody Cornwell ’67 by e-mail at woody.cornwell@gmail.com.

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Emmy Award Winning Alumni Newberry graduates are succeeding yet again. Along with countless other awards and nominations, several of the College’s communications major alumni have been recognized for their hard work and dedication to their jobs with Emmy Awards.

These former students include: Victoria (Connelly) Kennedy ‘01, Justin Machado ‘02, Christy (Austin) Wallace ‘97 and John Howard ‘97.

According to Justin Machado, “My time at Newberry is something I cherish more than any life experience I’ve had growing up.” Machado earned an Emmy in 2006 for KTWB-TV, “Destination Seattle’s WB” – Promotional Announcement Campaign, when he was the Senior Producer for KCPQ/ KTWB, the Fox and WB affiliate in Seattle, Wash. Machado says, “I can almost hands down thank Newberry College for giving me the training I needed to excel in my field of work.”

Machado is currently a writer/producer with On-Air Creative for TBS Late-Night (Lopez Tonight).

John Howard also feels strongly about his connection to Newberry. “I owe my career to Newberry College,” says Howard.

As an Emmy winner and a technical director for Fox Sports, Howard has covered a wide variety of broadcasts, including NFL games, NASCAR races and the NCAA Bowl Championship Series. In addition to working with the NFL on FOX each Sunday, Howard also works on NFL Network’s signature Thursday Night Football broadcasts. He was one of the two game Technical Directors for Super Bowl XLV on FOX in February.

Winning an Emmy award in 2002 for reporting during the events of September 11, 2001, Christy Wallace values Newberry College in her career successes. “My education at Newberry provided a solid foundation by which my career has been built,” says Wallace. Spending 12 years at CNN, five seasons (and counting) with NASCAR.com and now recently moving to Charlotte to work at WSOC-TV, and freelance at ESPNU, Wallace knows she can credit her accomplishments to Newberry. Wallace has also earned two Peabody awards and an Alfred I. DuPontColumbia University Award.

Victoria Kennedy ‘01 with her Emmy.

Kennedy, currently a producer for CNN International, started her career in Columbia at WOLO, going to KXII in Sherman, Texas, as an anchor and reporter. She then was recruited to KTVT in Dallas-Fort Worth where she was a producer for several newscasts. She won three Emmy awards for “Best Newscast in a Major Market” and also won an Associate Press Broadcasters award for “Best Major Market Newscast.”

Now living in Atlanta, Kennedy has covered events including the earthquake in Haiti, government elections in Afghanistan and Iraq, and the 2010 World Cup in South Africa.

While these four alumni live in different places and have reached different accomplishments, they can all agree that Newberry College helped to open the doors for them to succeed.

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Sidney Gnann ’31 celebrated his 100th birthday on January 10, 2010 at Lowman Home in White Rock, South Carolina.

Mr. Gnann was a professor at Georgia Tech before joining the U.S. Navy. After serving in the Navy several years, he went back to teaching. He is very active and often plays the violin during church services.

Benny P. Ferguson ’70 serves as Dean of the Division of Fine Arts at Young Harris College in Georgia. After retiring as Director of Visual and Performing Arts for the Savannah-Chatham County Schools in June of 2008, Dr. Ferguson was appointed to the YHC faculty with the rank of Professor of Music. Dr. Ferguson was elected President of the 11 state South Division of MENC, the National Association for Music Education and will serve for four years as a member of the National Executive Board of MENC, the world’s largest arts teachers’ organization.

Eve Pinckney ’82 retired on November 1,2010 after 25 years with Hilton Head Island Fire and Rescue.

1940s Peter Burum Wright, Jr. ’49 received the Wright Brothers “Master Pilot” Award from the Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, in recognition of his contributions to building and maintaining the safest aviation system in the world through practicing and promoting safe aircraft flight operations for fifty consecutive years.

1950s Jim “Coley” Fraser ’58 was recently honored by having the T.L. Hanna Football Field in Anderson, SC named “Jim Fraser Field.” He was also inducted into the inaugural class of the T.L. Hanna Hall of Fame. He is a member of the Florence Athletic Hall of Fame and the South Carolina Athletic Coaches Association Hall of Fame.

1960s James Calk ’66 was selected to be the 2010 Wooden Boat Show poster artist.

He chose to paint a boat called “Fugacity” for the Wooden Boat Show poster. The Georgetown Times, a South Carolina publication, wrote and published an article about Mr. Calk and his art.

William Hunter Cook, CPA ’69 was appointed to a three year term as a member of the State Board of Certified Public Accountant Examiners of North Carolina.

Mr. Cook is a member of the CPA firm, Dixon Hughes PLLC, and is Memberin-Charge of the firm’s Manufacturing and Distribution Industry Group.

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T. Harold (Hal) Derrick ’73 has been appointed to be a member of the Development Council of the Lutheran Men in Mission which is composed of seven members and serves the entire United States.

W. Brown Cranford, Jr. ’74 received his Ph.D. in Funeral Service Education from the National Academy of Mortuary Science in 2009.

Debbie Partain Turner ’74 has a photography studio in Newberry, SC with images of Newberry College related landmarks available. Check her website – www.DebbieTurnerPhotography.com.

Glenn Dasher ’78 has been named Dean of the College of Liberal Arts at the University of Alabama in Huntsville. His sculptures have been displayed internationally as well as in numerous exhibitions, including solo exhibitions at various museums throughout the United States.

He stated, “Although I didn’t graduate from Newberry, I will always think of myself as a member of the Class of ’78. Newberry College provided me with a liberal arts foundation, the educational values, the opportunity to begin my teaching career.

I will always credit Newberry as playing a pivotal role in whatever success I may ever have in my life.”

Ken Spires ’79 was named Business Person of the Year during the 37th annual Economic Outlook Symposium in North Carolina. Mr. Spires has been the president of the M. J. Soffe Company since 2004.

In the past six years, the company has experienced more than 20 percent growth.

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Karen Marie Jellum Harris ’83 received her Master’s of Business Administration, with emphasis in accounting, from Winthrop University.

Walter Mitchell Lewis, Jr. ’88 received his Master’s of Education from Winthrop University.

1990s Bob Graham ’90 was the featured artist of “Art on the River” at the Saluda River Club in Lexington, South Carolina. Mr. Graham became known as the “Saltwater Cowboy” while attaining his MFA in Illustration from the Savannah College of Art and Design. His art is exhibited regularly across the U.S. and abroad, is represented in many museums and in corporate and private collections.

His work can be seen on the covers of numerous books as well as in magazine illustrations. Along with other artists, he has opened Studio 151 on East Bay Street in Charleston, S.C. Jonathon K. Teske ’94 an Army reservist, was promoted to the rank of major in June, 2010. Major Teske is a mobilized reservist who works as a military police team chief training over 3,000 soldiers deploying to Afghanistan. As a civilian, he will be absent from his duties at Citrus Elementary, a grade A+ school, for six years. He and his wife, Becky, are the parents of four children, Addison, Audra, Avery and Carter.

Candace Perry Herron ‘97 received her Master’s of Education from Winthrop University.

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2000s Missy Lutz ’01 was elected as TreasurerElect for the South Carolina Association of Student Financial Aid Administrators.

She will serve as Treasurer-Elect for 20102011 and Treasurer for the 2011-2012. As part of her new position, she will attend the NASFAA Leadership Conference in Washington, D.C. as a representative of SCASFAA. She is the Director of Financial Aid at Newberry College.

William Marshall Harvey ‘02 received his Master’s of Education from Winthrop University.

Bradley Adams ’03 was chosen for the Georgetown Times “Helping Hands” article on July 12, 2010. Mr. Adams coached football at Newberry College and several high schools. He is now the head football coach at Georgetown High School in South Carolina.

William Pierce Smith ‘04 received his Master’s of Education from Winthrop University.

Irina Puzdrjakova Roof ‘05 was selected as the first place winner for the Computer Science and Engineering, Environmental Health Science, Mathematics and Statistics Division for Graduate Student Day at the University of South Carolina. She was also named the 2010 Guy Lipscomb Award recipient. This award recipient is chosen by the Chemistry and Biochemistry department at the University of South Carolina and is given to the top graduate student for outstanding results in chemistry.

Kayce McLeod Shealy ’05 received her PharmD at the University of South Carolina in 2009. She is currently working at Presbyterian College as the Assistant Professor of Pharmacy Practice.

Kaushik Sridhar ’05 has had two papers accepted for publication. One is in the area of Operations Management and the other in the area of Strategic Management. In addition, he has a working paper that has been accepted by the Macquarie Graduate School of Management and has been distributed to all libraries in Australia.

Christopher Joe Dukes ‘06 received his Master’s of Education from Winthrop University.

S. Wyatt Chocklett ’07 was named

by Virginia Tech as the Outstanding Master’s Student for 2009-2010. He received his master’s degree from the Department of Biochemistry in December 2009. He was also a teaching assistant for an undergraduate course, Biochemistry for Biotechnology and the Life Sciences at Virginia Tech. In addition, Mr. Chocklett received the James F. Eheart Travel Award from the Graduate Student Assembly and earned the Alice M. Bruner Award for the best presentation in the chemistry section of the 87th Virginia Academy of Science meeting. Under the supervision of the assistant professor of biochemistry, Mr. Chocklett has a paper under review in the journal Biochemistry and another manuscript in progress.

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Matthew Justin Webb ‘07 received his Master’s of Business Administration from Winthrop University May 7, 2009.

Elizabeth Ann Ruff Wise ’58, formerly of the St. Phillips section of Newberry County, was recently honored by St. John’s United Methodist Church in Batesburg for fifty years of service to the church and its ministry in music.

Friends and relatives joined the congregation as a portrait of Mrs. Wise was presented to the church by its members to commemorate her service to the church.

She began serving at St. John’s as evening organist in 1959. Through the years, she shared her talent by working with all ages in music programs ranging from youth choirs, weddings and funerals to full choir productions of the Messiah. During the course of her career, she worked with thirteen ministers at St. John’s.

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Thomas Andrew Troup ’05 and Catherine Mae Capell ’04 were married May 30, 2009, in Hendersonville, North Carolina. They now reside in Cayce, South Carolina.

Melanie Ann Metze ’07 and Michael Kenneth Corn ’08 were married June 27, 2009 in Wiles Chapel. The couple now resides in Columbia, South Carolina.

Bethany Boller ’08 and Jeremy Grogan ’08 were married December 12, 2009 at North Walhalla Church of God in Walhalla, South Carolina. The newlyweds reside in Westminster, South Carolina.

Wiles Chapel, constructed in 1967, seats 1,200 people and it held numerous weddings last year. The chapel is also used for the College commencements, convocations and religious services. The community also uses the Chapel for annual Lutheran church conventions, the Newberry County School District events and local Newberry citizens’ funerals.

A 250-seat theatre is on the lower level of the Chapel. The Newberry College Theatre Department produces dramatic productions throughout the year in the Chapel Theatre.

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The Dufford Alumni House is the home for the Newberry College Alumni Association and the Newberry College Archives. On the site of the President’s Home before, during and after the Civil War, the house was donated to the College by the Dufford family. The House also hosts special events and ceremonies for College staff, faculty and students as well as with the Newberry community.

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Shelley Redmile Kennedy ’92 and her husband, Mac, announce the birth of their son, Thomas McDonald Kennedy III (Cam). He was born on May 20, 2010.

Cam’s sisters are Haley (12) and Hannah (10).

Heather Dehaven ’00 and Bill Matthews announce the birth of their daughter, Julia Grace Ann Matthews, on October 2, 2010.

p p Rebecca Hindes Munn ’96 and her husband, Jerry, submitted this photo of their children. Riley Jackson Munn was born on January 5, 2008. Their family also includes a daughter, Amber Leigh and son, Travis.

The family resides in Wesley Chapel, Florida.

Dana Graham Long ’01 and her husband, Jason, are the proud parents of Grayson (7) and Ava Grace (3). Dana and Jason received their master’s degrees from Clemson University and are both employed by the Newberry County School District.

Alison Travis ’01 and Mike DeCinti were married June 3, 2006, on the beach of the Grand Dunes Resort in South Carolina.

On May 20, 2009, they welcomed their daughter Noel Elizabeth Decinti.

Newberry College’s Thrift Store The Newberry College Shop Around the Corner was originally established in 1997 as a clothing bank. The shop later expanded into a thrift store; however, it still partners with the American Red Cross and the Newberry County Department of Social Services to offer clothing and household goods to those in need.

We accept donations of children’s and adult’s clothing, furniture, household appliances and books.

All proceeds support Newberry College scholarships.

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Saturday, 10:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Phone: (803) 321-0596

Melissa Pena ’97 and Steve Gallis were married May 31, 2008 in Clarkston, Michigan. Their first child, Kayden Elisabeth, was born October 13, 2009.

Melissa is a Human Resources Director at a retirement community. The family resides in Berkley, Michigan.

Hampton Kennemore, DMD ’00 and his wife, Kim, announce the birth of twins, Cole Hudson and Aven Rylee, on December 10, 2009. The family resides in Spartanburg, South Carolina.

p Heather Warren ’08 and David Liptak announce the birth of their son, James Miles Liptak, on February 4, 2010.

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Former Faculty and Staff Rev. James Russell Boggs died Thursday, July 22, 2010. Rev. Boggs was a Lutheran pastor who served churches in S.C., N.C., and Alabama. He spent 23 years in the military having served as a command chaplain and a US Army colonel. Rev. Boggs was a former director of church relations at Newberry College. He is survived by his wife, Mary Cloninger Boggs; his daughter, Olivian Boon ( James); his son, Rev. Dr. Terry Boggs (Marcia); five grandchildren and five greatgrandchildren.

William Dudley Griffin died October 30, 2010. Mr. Griffin served in the Army National Guard and retired from Newberry College. He was a member of St. Paul Lutheran Church in Pomaria, S.C. He is survived by his wife, Mary Lou Wicker Griffin; daughter, Wanda Long (Bobby); two grandchildren and two great-grandchildren; nieces and nephews.

Maurice Scott Hines died February 7, 2010. Mr. Hines served as head strength coach while employed by Newberry College. Since 2000, he had been the owner of Pro Performance, a personal and sports performance training facility. Mr. Hines was a member of Calvary Baptist Church in Rome, Ga. Dr. Charles G. Jeremias died Tuesday, July 20, 2010. During his tenure at Newberry College (1962-1984), he was a professor and head of the Chemistry Department, and President of the American Rose Society. Along with other numerous honors and awards, he received the Order of the Palmetto in 2000 in recognition of his interest in and friendship to the state of South Carolina and her people. Dr. Jeremias was the widower of Lephon “Lee” Jeremias. He is survived by his son, Charles (Chuck) Jeremias; daughter, Donna Brummett ’84 (Terry); two grandchildren; five great-grandchildren and five step great-grandchildren.

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Lillie Bell Herring Minick died October 19, 2009. Mrs. Minick retired from the Newberry College Bookstore as manager in 1982. She was a member of St. Luke’s Lutheran Church, Prosperity, S.C. She was predeceased by her husband, John W. Minick, Sr. Surviving Mrs. Minick are a son, John W. Minick, Jr. (Linda); daughter, Mary Jane Bedenbaugh; six grandchildren, eleven great-grandchildren and a greatgreat-grandchild.

Dr. Elaine Mayo Paul died January 15, 2010. Dr. Paul was a professor at East Carolina, Newberry College and colleges in Delaware and Georgia. She was an active member of St. Timothy’s Episcopal Church in Greenville, N.C. She was predeceased by her husband, Mack A. Paul, Jr. She is survived by her sons, Allen (Betsy); Jon (Brenda); Chris (Suzanne); daughter, Mary; five grandchildren and four greatgranddaughters.

Naval Trainees James Steven Carlisle, Sr., died January 26, 2010. Mr. Carlisle was a Navy veteran of World War II. He worked as an auditor for the Employment Security Commission and was an active member of First Baptist Church in Hendersonville, N.C. Edward Fennel Mauldin died March 14, 2010. Mr. Mauldin attended Newberry College as part of the Navy Officer Aviator Training Program. He was a bank executive and also was a partner in Preuit and Mauldin Farms. He is survived by his wife, Mildred Fennel Preuit Mauldin; sons, Edward Fennel, Jr. (Evelyn); Leonard Preuit (Rebecca); Macke Buchanan (Kimberly); four grandchildren; extended family members.

George Tkach died July 25, 2009.

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Daniel Alan Agnew died September 6, 2010. Mr. Agnew was a boat mechanic and an avid boat racer. He was a former member of the U.S. Coast Guard. He is survived by his wife, Cindy ThornhillAgnew; sons, Michael Allen Agnew (Michelle) and Evan Chanler Thornhill; daughter Codie Chance Thornhill; two grandchildren; extended family members.

Joshua Blankenship died July 13, 2010.

Mr. Blankenship served two tours of duty in Iraq as a member of the U.S. Marine Corps. He loved playing the piano and baseball. He was a member of Good Shepherd Lutheran Church in Columbia, S.C. Survivors include his parents, Bobby Gene Blankenship, Jr. and Susan Seastrunk Rosales (David); grandparents, The Rev. Charles ’55 and Sarah ’55 Seastrunk; extended family members.

John Clarence “Chuck” Bowers died February 21, 2010. Mr. Bowers attended Newberry College on a basketball scholarship and played semi-pro baseball.

He retired from Springs Industries. He is survived by his son, Charles Bowers; daughters, Janice Ross and Karen Moore; six grandchildren and 10 greatgrandchildren; extended family members.

Mary Ruth Snelgrove Caulder died February 18, 2010. Mrs. Caulder attended Newberry College and graduated from Columbia College in 1950. She was active in Bible study and volunteer services at Shades Valley Lutheran Church in Alabama. She is survived by her husband, Rev. Leland Caulder ’50; son, Lee ’74 (Denise); son-inlaw, Tom Work; six grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren.

Doris Dufford died July 22, 2010. Ms. Dufford attended Newberry College and was a 1950 graduate of Winthrop College.

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Estelle Ollie Shealy Fetner died April 25, 2010. Mrs. Fetner attended Summerland College. She was a member of St. Michael’s Lutheran Church in Columbia, S.C. She was the widow of the late Archibald Campbell Fetner, Jr. She is survived by her sons, Archie C., III (Mitzi) and Larry ( Jan); six grandchildren, 11 great-grandchildren and one great-great grandson; extended family members.

Hosea Pickens Gray, Jr. died March 28, 2010. Mr. Gray retired from Ford Motor Company after 30 years of service. He was a member of Mt. Pilgrim Lutheran Church in Haralson, GA. He is survived by his wife, Raye Rowe Watkins Gray; daughter, Mary Johnson (Marty); sons, Austin (Sherrie), Lat (Elizabeth), Daniel (Kristy), Parks (Sheryl); stepson, Joe Watkins ( Janice); 14 grandchildren and five great-grandchildren; extended family members.

Jeanne Moore Helton died July 12, 2010.

Mrs. Helton was an accomplished dancer and taught dancing for 20 years. She was a freelance decorator in her spare time. Mrs. Helton is survived by her husband, J. Philip Helton; son, J. Philip, Jr. (Margaret); daughter, Elizabeth Moss (Murray); four grandchildren.

Bennie Richard Hewitt, Jr. died October 2, 2009. He was a retired loan officer and formerly owned and operated Hewitt’s Home Furnishings. Mr. Hewitt was a member of Crosland Memorial Baptist Church in Orangeburg, S.C. He is survived by his wife, Billie June Johnson Hewitt; daughters, Deborah McCaskill and Barbara Gayle Damron (Pete); four grandchildren and three greatgrandchildren; extended family members.

Claudia Tate Money died May 24, 2010.

Mrs. Money taught in public schools in Richland and Saluda Counties of South Carolina. She was a member of Life

Church International in West Columbia, S.C. She is survived by her husband, David; sons, Barry Newkirk (Traci) and Robert Newkirk (Penny Jo); daughters, Laura Spence (Michael) and Lisa; stepsons, Jody and Todd; seven granddaughters.

Walter Waddy “Nick” Nichols, Jr. died November 7, 2009. Mr. Nichols was the former owner of Chapin Verizon Wireless.

He was a member of Epting Memorial United Methodist Church in Newberry, S.C. He is survived by his mother, Minnie C. Nichols; sister, Susie Berry; one nephew.

Louise Swan Nowell died July 31, 2009.

Mrs. Nowell was a member of Church of the Redeemer in Knoxville, TN and Trinity Episcopal Cathedral in Columbia, SC. She is survived by her husband, Michael Anthony Nowell, and a large extended family.

Mary Eugenia “Mae Gene” Hodge Pryce died July 19, 2010. Mrs. Pryce was an active member of Asbury United Methodist Church in Florida. She is survived by her husband, George; son, Wes (Laura); daughters, Joy Shoup (Randy) and Barbara Newberg (Ed); six grandchildren and four great-grandchildren.

Elizabeth Ross died June 10, 2009. Mrs. Ross graduated from Roper Hospital School of Nursing. She was employed at the Moore Clinic and the Department of Mental Health in S.C. She was preceded in death by her husband, Wade C. Ross and a granddaughter. She is survived by her sons, Wade C., Jr. (Lenora) and Traylor Jowers ( June); one great-grandson.

Walter E. “Jack” Ruff, Sr. died January 14, 2009. Mr. Ruff was an Army veteran of WWII and was an employee of Greenwood Mills and Newberry Mills. He was a member of St. Philip’s Lutheran Church in Newberry, S.C. He is survived by his wife, Ruth Livingston Ruff; daughters, Jackie Eargle (Gordon) and Mary Dawn Mills (Randy); sons, Walter “Bo” (Darlene) and Henry “Tugg” (Nancy); eight grandchildren, three greatgrandchildren, and a great-great-grandson.

Andrew Gary Seigler died July 10, 2009.

Mr. Seigler worked in sales and marketing for over 50 years. He was an active member of Eastminster Presbyterian Church in Columbia, S.C. Mr. Seigler is survived by his wife, Peggy Cantrell Seigler; his daughter, Allison Harrison (Louie); one granddaughter; extended family members.

Dale Lindler Stoudemire died September 1, 2010. Mrs. Stoudemire worked as a financial secretary at St. Stephen’s Lutheran Church and had been recently employed by Physician’s Management. She was a lifelong member of St. Stephen’s Lutheran Church in Lexington, S.C. She is survived by her mother, Marjorie Lindler; husband, George; daughters, Amy and Erin; son, Trey (Phillis); one grandson; extended family members.

Rosalyn Sanders Underwood died June 9, 2010. Upon completing her nursing degree, Mrs. Underwood entered the U.S. Navy Nurse Corps and served until the end of WWII. She practiced nursing at Roper Hospital, Greenville General Hospital and with her husband’s medical practice. Mrs. Underwood was a member of First Baptist Church, Newberry, S.C. She was predeceased by her husband, Dr. James A. Underwood, Jr. She is survived by her daughters, Patricia Laurence, Nancy, Elizabeth, Jeanne Cavanaugh (Mike), Julie Boland (C.B.); son, James A., III (Sherry); six grandchildren; extended family members.

Edith McDuffie Walker died March 30, 2010. Mrs. Walker taught school for many years at Bush River School in Newberry County, S.C. She attended Bush River Baptist Church in Newberry.

She was predeceased by her husband, William “Bill” Walker and is survived by nieces and nephews.

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Mr. Wright retired as the manager of patient accounts at MCG. He was a member of Grace United Methodist Church in North Augusta, S.C. He was predeceased by his wife, Patricia Newman Wright.

Survivors include a son, Sid (Kim); daughters, Pam Shaffer (Raymond) and Holly Prickett (Darren); five grandchildren; extended family members.

1920’s Margaret Rivers ’29 died on March 17, 2010. After retiring from teaching, Mrs. Rivers managed her son-in-law’s dental office until retiring again at the age of 97.

She was the widow of Lewis Rivers. She is survived by her daughter, Lillian Paxton (Dr. John); son, James L. (Selene); three grandchildren and two greatgrandchildren.

1930’s Glenda Myra Bishop Werner Hills ’31 died January 24, 2010. Mrs. Hills taught in public schools in South Carolina.

She was an active member of St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Mt. Pleasant, S.C. Mrs. Hills was first married to the late John Henry Fritz Werner and secondly to the late Edward M. “Ted” Hills. Survivors include a stepdaughter, Dianah Hills Jordan ( Jimmy); a step-grandson and stepgranddaughter; extended family members.

six grandchildren, eight great-grandchildren and three great-great grandchildren; extended family members.

Mary Marion Folk Lominick ’33 died November 8, 2010. Mrs. Lominick was a teacher and study hall supervisor in the Newberry County Schools. She was a homemaker and a member of St. Philip’s Lutheran Church in Newberry, S.C. Mrs. Lominick was predeceased by her husband, Olin Hugh Lominick, Sr. Survivors include her daughters, Jane Ringer ’65 and Dianne; sons, Olin Hugh “Hub,” Jr. (Ann), Bobby F. ( Jennylee), and Chris (Ellen); six grandchildren and eight greatgrandchildren; extended family members.

Virginia Dominick Abrams ’34 died July 26, 2010. She was a retired educator and a member of Aveleigh Presbyterian Church in Newberry, S.C. She was predeceased by her husband, Elisha C. Abrams. She is survived by a sister, niece and nephews.

Grace Elma Jordan Compton ’35 died January 31, 2010. Mrs. Compton began her career as a teacher in the South Carolina public schools, retiring in 1968 to join the family in operating Compton’s Department Store. Mrs. Compton was a member of Lexington Baptist Church, Lexington S.C. She was predeceased by her husband, C.M. Compton. She is survived by her sons, Jimmy (Charlotte), Charlie (Nancy), and Ben (Suzanne); seven grandchildren and eight greatgrandchildren.

Carolyn S. Cope ’32 died September 24, 2009. Mrs. Cope was a retired teacher and a member of First Baptist Church in Newberry, S.C. She was predeceased by her husband, Ephrim G. Cope, Sr. Survivors include her daughter, Lynn Griffin (Randy); sons, George (Tippy) and Stephen (Diane); six grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren; extended family members.

Elizabeth Suber Setzler ’35 died July 13, 2010. Mrs. Setzler taught at Gray Court High School and later founded Setzler Farms with her late husband, Carl B. Setzler, Sr. She was an active member of the Lutheran Church of the Redeemer, Newberry, S.C. Survivors include her daughters, Claudia O’Bosky ’61 (Dr. James) and Elizabeth Willingham; sons, Carl B. Jr. (Helen) and Charles (Terri); twelve grandchildren and fifteen greatgrandchildren.

Margaret Lybrand Hobbs ’32 died October, 23, 2009. Mrs. Hobbs operated Hobbs Esso Station after the death of her husband, Lt. Col. L.A. “Bunk” Hobbs, and retired from V. B. Hook Co. She was an active member of Mt. Tabor Lutheran Church in West Columbia, S.C. Survivors include her daughter, Jilda Ward (Sidney);

Eleanor Thomas Sparrow ’35 died October 12, 2010. Mrs. Sparrow was a fourth grade teacher at Delmae Heights Elementary School for many years before becoming the principal at Wallace Gregg Elementary School. She was a member of First Presbyterian Church in Florence, S.C. She was predeceased by her first

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husband, John Kirkland Thomas, Jr., and her second husband, Harlan Gray Sparrow. Survivors include her daughter, Susan Britt; sons, Robert Thomas, Hugh Thomas and John Kirkland Thomas; eight grandchildren and eleven greatgrandchildren.

Frances Hunt Spotts ’35 died March 8, 2010. She was a lifelong, active member of Wightman United Methodist Church in Prosperity, S.C. Mrs. Spotts had a 75 year career as the owner and operator of the Prosperity Beauty Shop. She was predeceased by her husband, Joe M. Spotts.

She is survived by her son, Larry (Linda); daughter, Frances Ann; extended family members.

Fannie Louise Koon Chandler ’36 died August 23, 2010. Mrs. Chandler taught school for 10 years before she opened and operated Chandler’s Clothing Store with her late husband, James E. Chandler, Sr. Mrs. Chandler was a member of Atonement Lutheran Church in Laurens, S.C. Survivors include her son, Jimmy (Cindy); two grandchildren and a greatgranddaughter; extended family members.

Miriam Evelyn Gnann ’36 died November 13, 2009. She was the clerk and secretary to the registrar of the SC State Hospital for 24 years. She retired from the State Board for Technical and Comprehensive Education. Mrs. Gnann was an active member of St. Thomas Lutheran Church in Chapin, S.C. She is survived by a brother, Sidney Gnann ’31; one niece and three nephews.

James Ward Morris ’37 died November 25, 2009. During WWII, Mr. Morris served as a staff sergeant in the Army Air Corps. He was formerly employed by companies in Newberry, S.C. He was predeceased by his wife, Sara Riser Morris ’38. He is survived by his daughter, Rebecca Floor ’69 (Douglas); two granddaughters; extended family members.

Peggy Berry Pearce ’37 died August 20, 2010. Mrs. Pearce was a lifelong member of St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Columbia, S.C. She was predeceased by her husband, George Clifton Pearce.

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Gary, Sr. ( Jane), his seven grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren.

Mary Ida Houck Ray ’37 died July 29, 2010. Mrs. Ray was a founding member of Westminster Presbyterian Church in Spartanburg, S.C. Mrs. Ray was predeceased by her husband, Dr. Starling S. Ray, Jr. ’34. Survivors include her daughter, Thelma Ray Chapman (Tommy); son, Starling Ray, III (Billie); five grandchildren and three great-grandchildren.

Pearl Elizabeth Ringer ’40 died September 28, 2010. Mrs. Ringer served as the payroll clerk at the Newberry Cotton Mill until she married her husband in 1942. She is survived by her husband, James ’40; son, James Elbert, Jr.; daughter, Sarah Ringer Bragg (Roger); three grandchildren.

Virginia G. Speir ’37 died June 13, 2009.

Mrs. Speir was a retired schoolteacher.

She was active in First United Methodist Church and in social organizations in Brunswick, GA. She was predeceased by her husband, W. Lee Speir. She is survived by two cousins, extended family members and friends.

Jennie Caldwell Walker ’37 died April 12, 2010. She was a retired Newberry County school teacher. Mrs. Walker was an active member of Whitmire Presbyterian Church in Whitmire, S.C. She is survived by her three sons, John ( Judy), William “Bill,” and Haskell; one grandson; nieces and nephews.

James “Jimmie” Ray Pitts Lee ’39 died September 20, 2010. Mrs. Lee was a retired administrator and teacher in Berkeley County Schools. She was an active member of First Baptist Church in Cordesville, S.C. She was predeceased by her husband, Robert E. Lee, Sr., and son, Robert E., Jr. Survivors include her daughter-in-law, Nora, two grandchildren and two great-grandchildren, a niece, and two nephews.

1940’s William Howell Cockfield, Jr. ’40 died September 11, 2009. Mr. Cockfield was a U.S. Navy veteran of WWII serving as a chief petty officer. He taught chemistry and math at Abbeville High School where he served as head football coach.

He was a retired conductor with the Seaboard Rail Road. Mr. Cockfield was an active member of Upper Long Cane Presbyterian Church in Abbeville, S.C. He was predeceased by his wife, Mildred Ashley Cockfield. Survivors include his three sons, Billy (Carolyn), Barry (Pat),

George E. Scruggs ’40 died May 20, 2009.

Julian B. Addy ’41 died January 11, 2010.

Mr. Addy served in the U.S. Army/Air Force as a flight officer during WWII. He was a coach, teacher, school principal and district administrator. He retired as the assistant superintendant of Lexington County School District 5. Mr. Addy was a lifelong, active member of St. Jacob’s Lutheran Church in Chapin, S.C. Survivors include his wife, Lula N. Addy; sons, Gene W. (Donna) and Glenn; daughter, Donna Pittman (Dickie); eight grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren.

He was predeceased by a son, Jerry, and grandson, Reid.

Elizabeth Kate McAllister Boozer ’41 died December 24, 2009. Mrs. Boozer travelled with her husband while he served in the Navy. After her husband, Bob, died in 1970, she entered Winthrop College to obtain teaching credentials.

She then worked with the Newberry Head Start Program. She was a devoted member of Central United Methodist Church in Newberry, S.C. She is survived by a daughter, Kathryn B. Whittington (Don), a granddaughter, and extended family members.

Richard C. Floyd, Jr. ’41 died December 4, 2009. Mr. Floyd retired from Firestone Tire and Rubber Company. He was a member of Coronaca Baptist Church in Greenwood, S.C. Survivors include his wife, Ethel Messer Floyd; stepdaughter, Debbie Kemp (Phillip); two grandchildren and one great-grandchild; extended family members.

William Henry “Bill” Suber, Sr. ’41 died June 21, 2009. Mr. Suber was a WWII Army/Air Corps veteran having received several distinguished service awards. He retired from the automobile

industry. Mr. Suber was a member of Holland Avenue Baptist Church in West Columbia, S.C. Survivors include his wife, Dolores Fredricksen Suber; sons, Bill Jr. ( June), Ron (Aleita) and Dennis (Susan); six grandchildren and three greatgrandchildren.

Ben Frank Dawkins, Jr. ’42 died December 29, 2009. Mr. Dawkins served in the U.S. Navy during WWII. He retired from Sears after 30 years of service. He was a member of Central United Methodist Church in Newberry, S.C. Survivors include his wife, Louise ’43; daughter, Sandra Willis (Michael); son, Bob ’70 (Mary Helen); five grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren; extended family members.

M. Buford Franklin ’42 died October 4, 2009. Mr. Franklin interrupted his education during WWII to work at the Charleston Naval Yard. He retired as a certified industrial therapist after a 32 year career at the S.C. Department of Mental Health. He was an active member of St. Andrews Lutheran Church in Columbia, S.C. He is survived by his wife, Virginia Kell Franklin; sons, Jon and Ramon (Barbi); daughters, Karen Caison (Robert), Mary Young (Buddy) and Lori Lesslie; eight grandchildren and a greatgrandchild; extended family members.

Caroline McCrackin Workman Henderson ’42 died May 25, 2010.

Lewis Randall Fleniken, Sr. ’43 died August 4, 2009. Mr. Fleniken taught school and coached varsity sports before entering the insurance field as an underwriter. He was an active member Lake City First Baptist Church in Lake City, S.C. Survivors include his wife, Leslye Lightsey Fleniken; son, Lewis R. “Randy”, Jr. (Paula); daughters, Louisa Neel ( Jim) and Leslye Newton; four grandchildren and two greatgrandchildren.

Paul Harrison Duncan ’44 died November 13, 2009. Mr. Duncan was an Air Force Veteran of WWII. He worked as a plumber in the Newberry County area throughout his career. He was a member of the Lutheran Church of the Redeemer in Newberry, S.C. Mr. Duncan is survived by a sister, Kathryn D. Riebe, by nieces and by nephews.

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Jean Riddle Frick ’44 died March 8, 2010. Mrs. Frick was a former business owner and had been a business college instructor. She was a member of St. John’s Lutheran Church in Spartanburg, S.C. She was predeceased by her husband, Reinhold Walter “Ford” Frick. Survivors include her sons, David ’71 (Martha) and Dr. Ken ( Jeanie); five grandchildren and five great-grandchildren.

Dorothy Weir Ruff ’44 died July 21, 2010. She was a lifelong learner attending four colleges in S.C. including Newberry College. Mrs. Ruff worked at the Batesburg-Leesville, S.C. branch of the Lexington County Library. She was active in the churches she attended throughout her life as well as in community and civic organizations. She was predeceased by her husband, John Virgil Ruff, Sr. ’54.

Survivors include her daughter, Betsy McEwen ’78; sons, John Virgil, Jr., James Ira, Sr. (Sue) and David; six grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren.

Rev. John W. Swails, Jr. ’44 died June 12, 2010.

Stella Senn Williams ’44 died on April 9, 2010. Mrs. Williams taught school in several states and retired in 1984.

Mrs. Williams was recognized for her excellence in teaching by the University of Kentucky where she was named by students as the most important teacher in their education. She is survived by her husband, Albert; daughter, Alice Curry ( John); two grandchildren; one brother.

Rebecca Stewart Lineberger ’45 died August 9, 2009. Mrs. Lineberger was a Spanish teacher and a member of Ebenezer Lutheran Church in Catawba, N.C. She was preceded in death by her husband, Rev. Corley Lineberger; daughter, Lynne Ambler. She is survived by a daughter, Lu Wixon (Steve); sons, Corley (Micki); Frederick; Dr. Glenn Aldinger (Mary); four grandchildren; extended family members.

Francis Addy Snelgrove ’45 died July 2, 2009. Upon completion of his education, Mr. Snelgrove spent a year in postwar Germany teaching college algebra and high school math to U.S. soldiers at American University in Berlin. After returning to the states, he served as an administrator in various positions in schools

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across the state of South Carolina earning many distinguished awards and recognitions. Mr. Snelgrove was a faithful church member and community leader. He received many awards for his outstanding loyalty to Newberry College. Survivors include his wife, Deltha “Jaye”; daughters, Delores “Dee” Camp ’78 (Wayne), Sandra Friddle (Frank); stepchildren, Anita, Melissa and Keith Runyan (Polly); six grandchildren.

Dorothy Long Stewart ’45 died October 11, 2010. Mrs. Stewart was a former executive secretary for Senn Trucking Company and ISE America. Mrs. Stewart was a member of Trinity United Methodist Church in Newberry, S.C. where she received the Christian Lifetime Service Award. Survivors include her sons, Danny ’75, Grady, and Henry ’81 (Lisha), two grandchildren, and one great-grandchild.

Clara Edith Bouknight ’47 died June 20, 2010. After graduating from Newberry College, she also graduated from Greenville General Hospital School of Nursing. Mrs. Bouknight began her career at Newberry County Memorial Hospital.

She later worked as a health facilities survey supervisor for DHEC. Ms. Bouknight was a lifelong active member of O’Neal Street United Methodist Church in Newberry, S.C. She is survived by nieces and nephews.

Albert Keith Roberts ’47 died January 19, 2010. Mr. Roberts was a U.S. Navy veteran of WWII. He retired from Satterfield Construction Company as a managing partner. Mr. Roberts was a longtime active member of Immanuel Lutheran Church in Greenwood, S.C. Survivors include his wife, Jean Carroll Roberts ’45; sons, Dr. Albert Keith, Jr. (Frances) and Thad (Sandie); daughters, Carroll Dent (Richard) and Sheryl Rhoden (Chuck); eight grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren.

Andrew Kenneth Epting ’48 died August 2, 2009. Mr. Epting dedicated 40 years to public education in South Carolina as a teacher, coach and principal. He was a lifetime active member of First Baptist Church in Dillon, S.C. He was predeceased by his wife, Catherine Solomons Epting. Survivors include his son, Andrew Kenneth, Jr. (Teri), daughter, Jan Epting, and four grandchildren.

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Buren A. Lown, Sr. ’48 died August 12, 2010. Mr. Lown was a U.S. Navy Veteran of WWII. He was an active member of Fairview Presbyterian Church in North Augusta, S.C. He served as a member of the Board of Trustees of the Thornwell Home for Children. Mr. Lown was the former principal of the Paul Knox Jr. High School and had retired as the superintendent of the North Augusta Area II Schools. Survivors include his wife, Mary Frances Coleman Lown ’49; son, Al (Mary); daughter, Popie Roberts (Randy); four grandchildren.

Miriam Vorreyer ’48 died on October 14, 2010. Mrs. Vorreyer was a teacher for over 30 years in New Jersey schools. She was preceded in death by her husband, Donald ’47. She is survived by her son, Frederick; daughter, Dr. Anita Vorreyer ’80; nine grandchildren and five greatgrandchildren.

Rev. William F. Wingard ’49 died August 24, 2009. Rev. Wingard was a U.S. Navy veteran. He served as a pastor in several S.C. Lutheran churches and on numerous S.C. synod committees.

He was a colonel in the U.S. Air Force Reserves, serving as a chaplain for twenty-nine years. Survivors include his wife, Marguerite T. Wingard; daughter, Amy; extended family members.

1950’s Clinton Lawrence Altpater ’50 died January 2, 2010. Mr. Altpater was a U.S. Army Veteran of WWII. He was a member of the Elks Lodge, VFW, Masonic Lodge of Donara, PA and the Oasis Shriner’s Club. He is survived by his wife, Kass; nieces and nephews.

Mary Elizabeth “Betty” Derrick ’50 died June 19, 2009. Mrs. Derrick was a former high school teacher who was active in her community, volunteering for Harvest Hope Food Bank and Meals on Wheels. She was predeceased by her husband, George B. Derrick, Jr. ’51 and son, Kelly. Survivors include her son, Scott (Beth); two grandchildren; extended family members.

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James Walter Findley ’50 died December 10, 2009. Mr. Findley was a veteran of the U.S. Air Force. He is survived by his wife, Dorothy.

Robert Torrence Holt ’50 died May 29, 2010. Mr. Holt served in the Army Air Force in WWII. He spent his career at Scott Paper Company and Hyuck Formex Company. He was a long time member of St. Paul’s Episcopal Church in Mobile, Ala. and was active in many civic affairs and charities. He is survived by his sons, Robert James and David Preston; daughter, Christian Anne; four grandchildren and one great-grandchild.

Satira Lindler Lake ’50 died October 6, 2009. She was a veteran of the Women’s Army Corp serving in WWII. Mrs. Lake was an active member of Holy Trinity Lutheran Church in Little Mountain, S.C. She is survived by her husband, Everett; daughter, Mary Lynn Watson (Tony); son, Frank (Lin); four grandchildren.

Wilbur A. Nichols, Sr. ’50 died August 29, 2010. Mr. Nichols was a U.S. Army veteran and a member of the South Carolina Army National Guard. He owned and operated Round the Clock Laundromats. He was a member of Bachman Chapel Lutheran Church in Prosperity, S.C. Survivors include his wife, Harriette Slice Nichols; sons, Wilbur “Billy” (Penney) and John Alan (Tammy); daughter, Ann Spotts ( Jeff ); five grandchildren, two step-grandchildren and four great-grandchildren.

Henry McKay Norris ’50 died May 13, 2010. Mr. Norris was a U.S. Marine veteran, having served in the Korean War. He retired from Dupont with 41 years of service. Mr. Norris was a member of First Baptist Church in Camden, S.C. He is survived by his wife, Betty Sue Wilson Norris; daughters, Bunny Napper and Sandra Brady (Dick); son, Hank (Cathy); five grandchildren and six great-grandchildren; one brother.

William C. Howell, Jr. ’51 died November 16, 2010. Mr. Howell was a U.S. Marine veteran of WWII. He taught high school for many years and retired from the Richmond County Board of Education. A daughter and a grandson preceded him in death. Survivors include his wife, Roberta

K. Howell; daughters, Ramona Galloway, Helen Burns (Randy); one grandchild and two great-grandchildren.

Edwin W. Thorpe ’51 died February 28, 2010.

Philip R. Wactor, Jr. ’51 died February 4, 2010. Mr. Wactor was a U.S. Navy veteran of WWII. He was an employee of the United States Public Health Service for 31 years. He is survived by his wife, L.V. Wactor; daughters, Elva Damron (Mark) and Phyllis Malkiewicz (Steven); three grandsons.

Richard S. Clark ’53 died June 8, 2010.

Mr. Clark served in the National Guard.

He was a schoolteacher, coach, principal, assistant superintendent and two-time president of the Lexington County Education Association. He is survived by his wife, Bobbie Jo; daughters, Kathy Waters (Ralph), Suzie Allen, Sherrie Williamson (Ricky); seven grandchildren and three great-grandchildren; extended family members.

Patricia “Anne” Price Mooneyhan ’54 died August 23, 2010. Mrs. Mooneyhan retired after teaching in South Carolina public schools. She was a member of Transfiguration Lutheran Church in West Columbia, S.C. Mrs. Mooneyhan was predeceased by her husband, Robert “Bob” Thayle Mooneyhan, Sr. She is survived by her sons, Rob and Bill (Laura); daughter, Kathy Singleton (Gary); seven grandchildren and two great-grandchildren; extended family members.

Margaret Ann Spotts Brown ’55 died November 10, 2009. Mrs. Brown worked for Judson Mills as well as Showpro Entertainment. She was preceded in death by her son, George Henry Kinney, and her first husband, Henry Kendall Kinney. She is survived by her husband, Bruce Klee Brown; daughter, Carol Elaine Kinney; and two granddaughters.

Mary Ethel Derrick ’55 died February 12, 2010. After receiving her BS in Elementary Education, Mrs. Derrick taught in Florida and South Carolina public schools and worked with the North Carolina Lutheran Homes. She was very involved with church and community outreach programs in parishes throughout the southeast, especially addressing the

poverty issues of illiteracy and nutritional needs of the elderly. A strong congregation and Synod advocate for Lutheran Institution support, Mrs. Derrick was a member of St. John’s Lutheran Church, Salisbury, N.C. Survivors include her husband of 54 years, Rev. Clarence Derrick, Jr. ’54; sons, Paul ’79 (Mary), James ’82 (Beckie), John ’83 (Mandy ’81), Mark (Elizabeth), and Michael (Tracy); daughter, Margaret Meek (Bill ’82); 11 grandchildren and one great-grandchild; extended family members.

Dr. Johnny Hayden Lee ’55 died September 13, 2009. Dr. Lee had a career in public education as a teacher, coach, principal, and superintendent of schools.

He was a member of Shandon United Methodist Church, Columbia, S.C. He is survived by his wife, Cartha Eargle Lee; son, Morgan (Lena); daughter, Graham Glover (Dewayne); five grandchildren; extended family members.

Barbara Harmon ’56 died November 20, 2009. Mrs. Harmon was a dedicated English teacher and also served as a director of scholarships. She was active throughout her life in community and civic work. Mrs. Harmon was a longtime member of Sion Presbyterian Church in Winnsboro, S.C. She was predeceased by her son, John Stewart Harmon, and is survived by her “adopted son”, Tim Wilkes (Nancy) and extended family members.

Harmon E. Brehmer ’57 died July 6, 2009.

Mr. Brehmer retired from Champion International Corporation. He was a member of Silverstreet Lutheran Church in Silverstreet, S.C. Survivors include his wife, Louella Hamm Brehmer; sons, Harmon Jr. (Cathy) and Karl (Debbie); five grandchildren and seven greatgrandchildren.

William Russell “Bill” Lindler ’57 died June 25, 2010. Mr. Lindler was U.S. Army veteran. Following his military service, he worked for Dickerson Inc., retiring after 35 years. He was an active member of Nazareth United Methodist Church in Leesville, S.C. Mr. Lindler is survived by his wife, Sara; daughter, Donna Pollard (Randy); son, Stanley; two grandsons and one step-grandson; extended family.

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Walter Waddy Nichols, Sr. ’57 died July 4, 2009. Mr. Nichols retired from teaching at Newberry Career Center. He had also spent 25 years repairing and selling tractors and small engines. He was a member of Epting Memorial United Methodist Church in Newberry, S.C. Survivors include his wife, Minnie Culclasure Nichols; daughter, Susie Berry; one grandson.

Jesse Winn ’57 died June 20, 2010. Mr. Winn’s career spanned many worthy vocations including teacher, school principal, life insurance agent, and a funeral home assistant. He was an active member of First Baptist Church in Aiken, S.C. He is survived by his wife, Bobbie Barnes Winn; daughter, Lisi Tibrea (Steve); two grandsons; extended family members.

Robert Claude Mays, III ’58 died on June 24, 2009. Mr. Mays was a veteran of the U.S. Marines and a senior attorney with the law firm, Mays, Foster, Gunter and Murphy. Mr. Mays was a member of Columbia First Seventh-Day Adventist Church in South Carolina. He is survived by his wife, Peggy Mays; daughter, Dawn Pender; son, Robert, IV; four grandchildren; one sister.

Nigel R. Miller ’58 died January 17, 2010.

Mr. Miller was predeceased by his first wife, Mary Louise Swygert Miller. Survivors include his second wife, Pam Miller; children, Penny Reynolds (Michael), Nigel Jr. (Carolyn), Angela Miller, Wendi Reibenspies (Craig), Jerry Steele (Vicki), Yanik Ralston ( Jeff ); eight grandchildren and a great-grandchild; extended family members.

Thomas Bruce “Tommie” Eklund, Sr. ’60 died June 7, 2010. Mr. Eklund served as a counselor for Vocational Rehabilitation and as the principal of Rivelon Elementary School. He was also instrumental in the expansion of the Boys’ and Girls’ Clubs throughout Orangeburg and Calhoun counties. Mr. Eklund was a member of First Baptist Church in Orangeburg, S.C. Survivors include his wife, Christine Eklund; children, Kathy Kerr (Rick), Thomas Bruce, Jr., Angie Judy (Bud), Hal (Tommie Jean), Kay Barr (Wayne Hileman), Cheryl Gray (Ronnie), and Charles Maxwell, Jr.(Lei); 15 grandchildren and 11 greatgrandchildren; one brother.

United Methodist Church in Ninety Six, S.C. Survivors include his wife, Rebecca Sherfield Montgomery; daughters, Lynn Richardson (Wade) and Allye Godwin (Tim); sons, Bee (Sally) and Dan (Melissa); 11 grandchildren; extended family members.

William B. Hardee ’62 died June 17, 2009. Mr. Hardee retired after a career as a petroleum salesman with Murphy Oil Company. Survivors include his son, Kenneth (Torrie); one grandson; extended family members.

Darwin Lee Crawford ’68 died August 29, 2009. Mr. Crawford retired from Packaging Corporation of America.

He was a member of Mayer Memorial Lutheran Church in Newberry, S.C. Mr. Crawford was predeceased by his wife, Janice Dickert Crawford. He is survived by a son, L. Austin (Dianna); two grandsons; extended family members.

Frank D. Cody ’63 died December 20, 2009.

Melvin D. Bouknight ’64 died April 11, 2010. Mr. Bouknight was a retired coach and school administrator. He was an active member of Central United Methodist Church in Newberry, S.C. He is survived by his wife, Lillian McCutcheon Bouknight; daughters, English Boozer and Missy Burnett ’90 (Scott); sons, Michael (Bridget) and Mel (Ashley); 11 grandchildren.

George Perry Caughman ’64 died February 11, 2009.

Dr. Robert S. “Sonny” Weeks, Jr. ’65 died April 29, 2010. Dr. Weeks practiced dentistry in Elloree and Charleston, S.C. He was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church in Elloree. He was predeceased by his wife, Peggy Hightower Weeks.

Survivors include his sons, Robert S., III and Ryan Craig (Maria); extended family members.

Major Terry Hare ’69 died November 27, 2009. Major Hare retired from the U.S. Air Force after 22 years. He then worked as a contracts management specialist culminating in distinguished management service associated with renovating the Pentagon prior to and after 9/11. He was a dedicated civic and community leader. Surviving are his wife, Judithanne Parkinson Hare and extended family members.

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Betty Joyce Turner Wessels Benton ’59 died on November 11, 2010. Mrs. Benton was a member of O’Neal Street United Methodist Church in Newberry, S.C. She was predeceased by her husband, William “Bill” Benton. Survivors include her daughter, Rosalie King (Wayne); son, Fred Wessels; two grandchildren.

Robert E. “Bob” Fore, III ’64 died August 13, 2009. Mr. Fore was the founder of Spartan Fire and Emergency Apparatus. He was an active member of St. Paul’s United Methodist Church in Spartanburg, S.C. He is survived by his son, Robert E., IV (Sonya); daughter, Jana Lynn McAlister ( Jeff ); three grandchildren; extended family members.

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Laurel Laverne McGee ’65 died February 23, 2008.

Judith L. Emslie ’73 died December 31, 2009.

Earl Ferris Catoe, Sr. ’60 died November 22, 2009. He is survived by his wife, Sandra.

William D. “Bill” Montgomery ’65 died July 1, 2010. Mr. Montgomery worked as a vehicle sales representative and was the co-owner of Montgomery-Kemp Auto Brokers. He was a member of St. Paul

Robert A. “Bob” Lemaster ’73 died October 20, 2009. Prior to his retirement, Mr. Lemaster was a project manager for Carter & Crawley. Surviving is his wife, Grace Bennett Lemaster.

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Hugh Elliott Dominick ’71 died August 23, 2010. Mr. Dominick had been employed by Champion International Corporation. He is survived by his son, Dr. Gregory Mitchell (Christine); daughter, Jennifer Gartner (Terry); one granddaughter; extended family members.

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Thomas Jackson Poston ’73 died November 30, 2009.

Carolyn Hubbard Donehue ’74 died May 25, 2010. She was a teacher with the Hampton School District in South Carolina. Mrs. Donehue was a member of First Baptist Church in Hampton. She was predeceased by a daughter, Heaven Diane Donehue. Survivors include her husband, Larry Donehue; daughter, Diamond; stepson, Thomas Barry Donehue (Sara); stepdaughters, Tamera Thaxton (Todd) and Michelle Vonda Donehue; seven grandchildren; one sister.

Earl Jennings Griffin ’74 died July 16, 2009. He retired from teaching English and French at Newberry High School.

He was an active member of Bethlehem Lutheran Church in Pomaria, S.C. Survivors include his mother, Mary Ellen Keaton Griffin; sisters, Barbara Ware ’67 (Mike) and Linda Griffin ’69; brother, Randy Griffin (Lynn); nieces and nephews.

Virginia Carroll Kemp ’74 died Sunday, November 29, 2009. Ms. Kemp was a teacher in the Bamberg public schools for 11 years. She was a member of Trinity United Methodist Church in Bamberg, S.C. Survivors include her daughters, Carroll Brabham (Fletcher) and Lisabeth “Lissa” Myers ( Jason); three grandchildren; extended family members.

Alice Danielsen Kinard ’75 died January 3, 2010. Mrs. Kinard taught in Newberry County public schools as well as at Newberry College and Piedmont Technical College. She was listed in Who’s Who Among American Women and Who’s Who Among American Educators. Mrs. Kinard was predeceased by her husband, Hubert Vernon Kinard. She is survived by her two sons, Daniel ’77 and John ’79 (Zeolan); six grandchildren; extended family members.

K. Dean Mills ’75 died November 13, 2009. He was a member of the Prosperity Masonic Lodge, the Hejaz Shrine Temple, the Newberry Shrine Club and Mt. Pilgrim Lutheran Church in Prosperity, S.C. He is survived by his wife, Evelyn Hawkins Mills; a son, Ashley (Lynsey); a stepson, Ashley Amick (Robin); four grandchildren; extended family members.

Deborah Graddick Livingston ’77 died January 26, 2010. Mrs. Livingston was an employee of R.L. Bryan and Company.

She was a member of Macedonia Lutheran Church in Prosperity, S.C. Surviving is her husband, Kenny; sons, Kenneth Michael (Heather) and Christopher Lee; two granddaughters; extended family members.

John Euston Richardson ’77 died December 30, 2009. He was the owner and president of Richardson’s Heating and A.C., Inc. He was a member of St. Paul Lutheran Church in Pomaria, S.C. Surviving are his wife, Sherree; son, Benjamin John; daughters, Jenny Fellers ( Jeff ) and Lori Beth Richardson; two grandchildren; extended family members.

1980’s Thomas K. Rice ’82 died February 15, 2010. He was a member of St. Matthews A.M.E. Zion Church in Whitmire, S.C. He is survived by cousins.

Jena Holmes ’84 died July 19, 2009.

She was an administrator for Gospel Tabernacle’s Action Montessori Academy.

annual participant in Relay for Life. She was a member of Beulah United Methodist Church in Blythewood, S.C. Survivors include her husband, Charles Wood, Jr.; one daughter; extended family members.

Rebecca Plott Loadholt ’93 died June 26, 2010. Mrs. Loadholt retired as an administrative assistant. She was an active member of All Saints Lutheran Church in Mt. Pleasant, S.C. Survivors include her husband, Herbert Moore Loadholt, Jr. ’73; son, Troy (Stephanie); daughter, Starr Freedman (Brian); four grandchildren; extended family members.

2000’s Lane Leann Williams ’05 died March 20, 2010. She worked as court administrator for the 8th Judicial Circuit Solicitor’s Office, Newberry and Laurens Counties.

Miss Williams was a member of St. James Lutheran Church in Newberry, S.C. Survivors include her parents, Danny ’79 and Beverly Williams; sister, Morgan; extended family members.

Tony Johnson ’84 died August 18, 2009.

Rev. Edward N. Taylor, Jr. ’86 died June 18, 2010. Rev. Taylor was a place kicker and punter for Newberry College. He went on to kick for the Atlanta Falcons and was inducted into the Newberry College Hall of Fame and the South Atlantic Conference Hall of Fame in 2009. Ordained a United Methodist Pastor, he served Wightman United Methodist Church in Prosperity, S.C. for 10 years before being assigned to Grace United Methodist Church in Abbeville, S.C. Survivors include his wife, Catherine Elizabeth Taylor ’87; sons, Mason Edward and Philip Houston; daughter, Blaire Elizabeth; extended family members.

1990’s Heather Lynn Grove Wood ’91 died September 29, 2009. Mrs. Wood was an active public school volunteer and an

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Notifications received by November 16, 2010 are listed in this issue of Dimensions.

Please notify the Alumni Relations Office with a copy of obituaries or funeral bulletins. Thank you.

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2100 College Street Newberr y, SC 29108-9975

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Newberry College Connections

Newberry College is always looking for new ways to keep our alumni and friends connected to the College. With all the new forms of technology and social media available, not only is it easy for us to reach our alumni and friends, it is easy for you to reach us!

Through Constant Contact® e-mails, web streaming videos, the Newberry College pages on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, and YouTube, we are able to bring your College to you and you can interact with us.

If you are not receiving e-mails from the College and would like to be added to our e-mail and web stream list, please visit the Newberry College home page and join our e-mail list today.

www.newberry.edu