Vol. 43 No. V Serving the CLAYTON STATE UNIVERSITY Community April 18, 2011 Clayton State University Forms Partnership with University of Caen Clayton State University and Universite Understanding (“MOU”) and an annex de Caen Basse Normandie (“University of that defines the terms for exchanges of Caen”) recently formally tied what Clayton State and Caen students. Faculty Clayton State Director of International exchanges and research collaborations Programs John Parkerson refers to as “the also are anticipated under the MOU. partnership knot.” While at Clayton State, the two French The Clayton State Office of International guests from Caen met with Provost and Programs hosted a two-person delegation Vice President for Academic Affairs Dr. from Clayton State’s French partner insti- Micheal Crafton, Dean of the School of tution, University of Caen, from Mar. 29 Business Dr. Alphonso Ogbuehi, to Apr. 1. The guests were Christian Parkerson, and numerous faculty mem- Deleuze (accompanied by his wife, bers from the School of Business. The U. Clayton State University President Dr. Thomas Mireille), professor of management and of Caen is capital of the French depart- J. “Tim” Hynes (left) with the University of international programs director of the ment (the French equivalent of an Caen’s Eve Hilairet (center) and Christian University of Caen; and Eve Hilairet, American state) of Basse Normandy – a Deleuze (right). MBA program assistant, Centre Franco key business and university center that Americain, of the University of Caen. also has great historical significance; Two French students from Caen already among other things, the home of William have submitted applications for admission Clayton State President Dr. Thomas J. the Conqueror, proximity to Bayeux and to Clayton State’s MBA programs. “Tim” Hynes and the French partners its famous tapestry, and the Normandy Crafton plans a visit to Caen during this signed an umbrella Memorandum of 1944 “D-Day” invasion beaches. coming summer.

Special IMAX Screening at Event to Inside Show Eagerly Anticipated Tornado Alley Movie Departments: Clayton State to Hold Annual

Across the Campus ...... 7 Dinner at Fernbank Museum, April 28 Arts Page ...... 8, 9 Later this month, friends of the Clayton ners, hold a benefit auction and have a Life’s Transitions ...... 15 State Alumni Association will come face- special private viewing of the new IMAX Trivia Time ...... 15 to-face with the world’s largest dinosaur movie Tornado Alley, one of the most Sports ...... 16 … and no that’s not an encounter with eagerly anticipated IMAX releases of the Loch, rising from Swan Lake. It will be at decade. the 2011 Alumni Dinner. In This Issue: Filmed across America’s plains states, The Alumni Association welcomes guests where three-quarters of the world’s torna- Smith Award Nominations . . . . .2, 3 for its 19th Annual Dinner at the Fernbank does occur, Tornado Alley follows veteran Break in Jamaica ...... 2 Museum of Natural History. The event, storm chasers on two unprecedented mis- Student Nurses Honored ...... 4 open to alumni, faculty/staff, students and sions. Carrying a 92-pound IMAX cam- Student Media Honors ...... 5 friends of the University, will be held on era, filmmaker Sean Casey and his crew CIMS News ...... 6, 14 Thursday, Apr. 28, in the Museum’s Great race after storms in TIV-2, a seven-ton Maunula Chosen for Hall and IMAX Theatre. Dinner begins at armored “tornado intercept vehicle” engi- Fellowship ...... 10 6:30 p.m. neered and built by Casey to withstand the Clayton State/Pannonia impact of the gale force winds at a torna- Collaboration ...... 15 In conjunction with the dinner, the do’s core. Alumni Association will recognize its Alumni Dinner, cont’d, p. 11 2011 Distinguished Alumni Award win- Campus Review Page 2 April 18, 2011 Clayton State University Announces Alice Smith Faculty Award Nominees by Erin Fender, University Relations

Dr. Gregory McNamara Dr. Mario Norman Dr. Muhammad Rahman Dr. Susan Walsh Dr. Gregory Kordecki

Clayton State has announced the finalists “The most challenging and rewarding for the 2011 Alice Smith Faculty Award. aspect of my job is to present genuinely interesting and scholarly classes which What to Know... This year’s nominees are: from the respect, reward, and foster my students’ Clayton State’s Alice J. Smith College of Arts & Sciences, Dr. Gregory intelligence, curiosity, and enthusiasm for Awards, for both faculty and staff, will McNamara and Dr. Mario Norman; from learning. I have to be a step ahead all the be presented at Clayton State’s Faculty/Staff Awards Ceremony on the College of Information and time,” says McNamara. Tuesday, May 3 from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Mathematical Sciences, Dr. Muhammad in Spivey Hall. An annual event since Rahman; from the College of Health, Dr. He received his masters and doctoral 1995, the Smith Awards are presented Susan Walsh; and from the School of degrees from West Virginia University. to the faculty member and staff member Business, Dr. Gregory Kordecki. He was awarded a 2011 CASE Research ranked most outstanding as determined Award through the College of Arts and by committees of their peers. The two, Since 2005, McNamara has been an asso- Sciences. He also received a fellowship $1000 awards were established by local ciate professor of English, receiving award through the University System of philanthropist Joseph Smith in honor of tenure in 2008. Originally from Georgia European Council which will his wife, Alice. The winners of both cat- Cambridge, Md., he now resides in egories will be announced at the May McDonough with his wife of 15 years. Faculty, cont’d, p. 12 3 ceremony.

Clayton State Students Take An Alternative Spring Break in Jamaica by Tarrica Madison, University Relations

Seven Clayton State University stu- Confidence Mpia of St. Louis, Via Nigeria Peters Field, Jamaica, in the dents recently participated in an and Kamille Rigsby of Stockbridge, Ga., Westmoreland Township, where sugar Alternative Spring Break trip to Brittany Tokurah of Fayetteville, Ga., and cane is the region’s major economic Jamaica. The Department of Student Ashley Williams of McDonough, Ga. The source. The students were able to tour Affairs Director of Special Projects students had the opportunity to teach in the local sugar cane factory and view and Grants Deborah Greer-Dupree and the classroom and assist in building an the process of sugar’s journey from the the students not only served the people additional classroom for a local school, field to the table. of Jamaica, but they also ended up with immerse themselves completely in the a feature on the local television station cuisine and customs of the native people, The students also participated in the on several occasions during their and lastly gain newsworthy exposure on construction of a home for a destitute week-long stay. the Jamaican news outlet, Television Westmoreland man as a continued con- Jamaica. tribution to the township’s renewal. The students taking part in the program The Township of Westmoreland has were; Jasmine Blalock of , The Alternative Spring Break-Jamaica Nneka Illonah of Lithonia, Ga., was located in Dean’s Valley, an area near Spring Break, cont’d, p. 13 Campus Review April 18, 2011 Page 3 Clayton State University Announces Alice Smith Staff Award Nominees by Erin Fender, University Relations

Joy Bryant Dolores Cox Priscilla Foster Norman Grizzell Donald West

Clayton State has announced the five final- nominated for the Smith Award,” says was also one of the first students in the ists for the University’s 2011 Alice Smith Bryant. Clayton State MALS program, receiving Staff Award. They are: from the Department her degree in May 2009. She says the of Teacher Education, Joy Bryant; from the She is mother of two daughters and a dog. most rewarding aspect of her job is having Department of Image and Communications, She feels the most rewarding aspect of her the opportunity to meet outstanding stu- Dolores Cox; from the Department of job is knowing she made a difference to dents, celebrate their success stories, and Financial Aid, Priscilla Foster; from someone who has been having a bad day. see them achieve the goal of graduating. Auxiliary Services, Norman Grizzell; and “The Alice Smith Award symbolizes from Facilities Management, Donald West. Cox is originally from Brevard, N.C., and recognition attained by exhibiting high currently resides in Locust Grove with her standards of behavior and regard for oth- Joy Bryant of Atlanta, has worked at husband of 28 years, Tim, and two furry ers. It takes dedication and commitment Clayton State for five years as an admin- children, Pixie and Prancer. from all of us working together to make istrative assistant. She is a graduate of the University the best place it can be. Atlanta Area Technical College. She began working at Clayton State in Being nominated means so much to me 2000 as an assistant director of admis- because people care enough to express “I am in awe; I didn't know I was even sions. Since 2002 she has held the posi- noticed. I am very honored to be tion of communications coordinator. She Staff, cont’d, p. 13

Michael Barnes Wins Annual Ogden/New York Times First Amendment Essay Contest One of the highlights of the Third Professor of Business Law Dr. Judith Stilz More than 80 students from throughout Annual Student Research Conference Ogden, and a lifelong supporter of First the University System of Georgia on Civic Engagement, held last month Amendment rights. attended Third Annual Student at The National Archives at Atlanta, Research Conference on Civic was the Ogden/New York Times First The winner of the 2011 Ogden/New York Engagement. In all, there were nine Amendment Essay Contest. Times First Amendment essay contest different student presentations made by was Michael Barnes, who presented his 17 students, and 11 students made Presented to a currently-enrolled essay called, "Burning the Stars and poster presentations. Topics of these Clayton State student for literary Stripes: A Despicable Act, But One that presentations included alternative achievement in the area of First Must be Protected." The award includes a breaks, a survey of civic engagement at Amendment rights and free speech, cash prize. Clayton State, civic engagement in the the Ogden award is an annual part of digital age, the impact of the HOPE the Civic Engagement Research Barnes is a resident of McDonough, Ga. scholarship cuts, and various mentor- Conference, and is sponsored by the Prior to attending Clayton State, he spent ing and tutoring projects. New York Times. The award is named 12 years as a police officer in College in memory of James H. Ogden, Jr., late Park, Ga., before deciding to go back to husband of Clayton State Associate school. Campus Review Page 4 April 18, 2011 Laura and Anna Hinshaw Awarded Scholarships from Morrow Women’s Civic Club, Clayton State Study Abroad by Tarrica Madison, University Relations

Clayton State nursing student Laura sideration of the entry, Hinshaw was edge that they wouldn’t ordinarily experi- Hinshaw recently received the “2010 awarded the Andrea Lane Scholarship of ence in local hospitals. The knowledge Morrow Women’s Civic Club $1000. gained from the trip will undoubtedly fur- Scholarship” after being asked to do an ther their understanding of nursing in its article that showcased the benefits of The Andrea Lane Scholarship is awarded purest form without the technological Clayton State’s Nursing program for the to women who are trying to return to advances of the western medical environ- Clayton State Continuing Education class school to continue their scholastic goals. ment. More importantly, this was a great schedule. Hinshaw was able to allocate the scholar- experience to engage in before they both ship to paying her tuition and allowing for graduate from Clayton State’s College of Hinshaw chose to highlight the dynamic her study abroad trip to Guatemala. Health in the fall of 2011. relationship with her daughter Anna, also a Clayton State nursing student, a rela- Clayton State’s “Medicine in the Jungle” tionship that has motivated her to contin- study abroad program to Guatemala ue her education after graduating from allows for students to travel throughout Clayton Junior College with an associ- the country providing health care and ate’s degree in nursing back in 1983. That nursing aide to local Mayan Indians. very relationship has lead the mother and Laura Hinshaw was able to suggest that daughter team to want to carry their love Anna Hinshaw apply for the study abroad for the health of others abroad. scholarship offered by Clayton State for those students who otherwise would be At the urging of the Women’s Civic Club unable to study abroad. Anna Hinshaw president Connie Johnson, Hinshaw was received a $500 study abroad scholarship, put in contact with Ginny Harrell, who which secured her spot next to her mother handles the scholarship for the organiza- on the ground-breaking trip. tion. Hinshaw was asked to write a two- submitted photography page entry of why she is continuing her Both mother and daughter used the education. Upon the organization’s con- Guatemala trip to provide nursing knowl- (L to R): Laura and Anna Hinshaw

Nursing Student Rachel Konsky Honored by Kaiser Permanente

Clayton State nursing student Rachel recent nursing scholarship award from For more information on Clayton’s Konsky is honored in Kaiser Kaiser Permanente, she might be eligible School of Nursing and the Bridge Permanente’s 2009 – 2010 Kaiser for the Kaiser Permanente Bridge Program offered at Clayton visit the Permanente Community Benefit Report. Program. School of Nursing’s website at http://nurs- Konsky is highlighted for being the recip- ing.clayton.edu/ . ient of the corporation’s nursing scholar- Through the Bridge Program Kaiser ship and for becoming one of 3,000 mem- Permanente offers eligible individuals For more information on the Kaiser bers in the “Bridge Program” offered by enrolled in job training, who don’t have Permanente Bridge Program or to view Kaiser Permanente to lessen the gap of access to public or private health insur- the article on Konsky, visit the Kaiser uninsured individuals in Georgia. ance, low-cost health care coverage for up Permanente website at to two years. The program was created in http://info.kp.org/communitybenefit/html Konsky enrolled in Clayton State 2002 to help address the exploding num- /about_us/global/annualreport_09/index.h University to broaden her education in ber of uninsured individuals. tml. caring for others. For years, she has taken care of and spent time with seniors in her Kaiser Permanente is a corporate partner community. She decided to enroll in nurs- of Clayton State University and continues ing school to draw on her nurturing to strengthen this relationship with the nature. As a full-time student at Clayton Clayton State community and the School of State, Konsky was unable to afford health Nursing’s Program Coordinator for the insurance. Fortunately, she learned that as Masters in Nursing, Christy Hicks, who man- a nursing student at Clayton, and with her ages the Bridge Program at Clayton State. Campus Review April 18, 2011 Page 5

Iesha Little Honored at Atlanta Association of Black Journalists Luncheon

Clayton State University student became the first southern African $2,000 scholar- Iesha Little, who was awarded the American female to host a daily prime ship towards Atlanta Association of Black time talk show. The show was broadcast her education. Journalists Xernona Clayton on WAGA-TV in Atlanta and would even- Scholarship last year, was honored at tually be renamed the Xernona Clayton “Winning this the 29th Atlanta Association of Black Show. In recognition of her contribution award means Journalists’ Award Luncheon on to broadcasting, her community and the that I truly Sunday Apr. 3. nation, the Atlanta Association of Black have the ability Journalists named its scholarship in her to do whatever U.S. Congressman (D- honor and annually presents the Xernona it is I wish to Iesha Little GA) and media executive Clayton Clayton Scholarship to a student pursuing do in life,” were the featured speakers. Lewis, a a career in communications who aspires Little says. “All I have to do is go for lifelong advocate of civil liberties, to become a future leader in the journal- it, because that's exactly what I did to delivered the keynote address. Lewis ism industry. receive this scholarship. I put every- played a major role in passing the thing I was thinking, every idea that I Voting Rights Act of 1965 and con- Little, a Political Science major with a had into action.” tributed his efforts in securing equali- minor in Communications & Media ty and desegregation in America. Studies, submitted several examples and After graduation in 2012, Little plans wrote an essay about "What does the on attending law school. Clayton is a civil rights leader and newsroom of the future look like?” She broadcasting executive. In 1968, she received the top award, which was a Little, cont’d, p. 11

The Bent Tree’s a Winner by Tarrica Madison, University Relations

Clayton State University’s student news- paper, The Bent Tree, recently won three awards at the Georgia Collegiate Press BENT TREE Association’s 2010 Better Newspaper the Contest. Clayton State University’s Student Newspaper

"To receive the award, we simply mailed it's great to know that we can compete Best Editorial or Feature Photograph in stories, photos, and entire editions of with other student newspapers around the 3rd Place (Kevin Liles) the paper in their appropriate categories,” state.” says Kevin Liles, managing editor. “The General Photography Excellence winners were announced during the Press Contributors to the awards included; 3rd Place Institute at The Classic Center in Athens. I was editor-in-chief during the time that Kevin Liles, editor-in-chief Layout and Design Excellence all of the pieces that won were published (hometown: Bostwick, Ga.) 2nd Place in the paper. I have since stepped down to managing editor.” Avery Davis, design editor The full story is available online at (hometown: Cincinnati, Oh.) http://benttreenews.org/. You can also Liles, who will graduate from Clayton view the latest printed edition online as State this spring, is enthusiastic about Casey Scarborough, photo editor well. receiving the awards. (hometown: Jackson, Ga.)

“It was so awesome to be rewarded for all Brian Roberts, photographer of our hard work,” he says. “I was so (hometown: Atlanta, Ga.) proud of our writers and photographers who contributed to the paper. And though The Bent Tree won the following awards we always have room for improvement, in the four-year division: Campus Review Page 6 April 18, 2011 Wi2STEM Travel Grants Take Clayton State Students Across the U.S. for Research Presentations What do Beignets, Organic Chemistry, the ing an interest in the Science, Technology, French Quarter, Statistical Inference, Engineering, and Math majors. Disney, and Talin Proteins all have in common? WI2STEM students Christine Gardner (Peachtree City), Latanya Gobin The answer is Wi2STEM students’ (Atlanta), Naveen Hassin (Riverdale) and research presentations. Clayton State Michelle York (Peachtree City) were able University Wi2STEM students presented to travel to a nationally-recognized con- the results of their research at the Joint ference this spring because of Georgia Mathematics Meetings (JMM) of the Power's support of women in the STEM Mathematical Association of America and disciplines. Hassin and Gobin attended American Mathematical Society in New the ACS national meeting in Anaheim to Orleans, and the American Chemical present posters of their educational scien- Society (ACS) in Anaheim, Cal. The stu- tific research. York attended the JMM dents were able to present their research meeting in New Orleans to do a 15 minute due to the Wi2STEM travel grant which is presentation of her research on statistical supported by the Metro South Region results of a study on STEM students at Georgia Power Office. Clayton State. Gardner attended the JMM to network and assist with York’s presen- Wi2STEM is a Clayton State University tation. submitted photography organization created to increase knowl- (L to R) Latanya Gobin and Naveen Hassin edge of, and greater interest in, the The research was completed over the past Science, Technology, Engineering and year. The research abstracts were accepted Math (STEM) disciplines. It is also a to their respective conferences, however, her research advisor is Dr. Richard means of building a network of resources they would not have been able to exhibit Singiser. Her research topic is “Talin for women in the Science, Technology, their research without the support of the Proteins and SUMOylation.” Engineering and Math disciplines and a Georgia Power Travel Grant. Hassin’s Wi2STEM, cont’d, p. 11 means of communication for women hav- research was in biochemical studies and

CIMS Students Attend 90th Meeting Of the MAA Southeastern Section On Thursday, Mar. 31, Drs. Christian Department escorted six Clayton State University of Alabama in Tuscaloosa, Barrientos, Elliot Krop, and students to the 90th meeting of the Ala. Christopher Raridan of the Clayton Mathematics Association of America State University Mathematics Southeastern Section held at The The students attending the conference were Daryl Boatwright (Atlanta), Minh Dang (Cai Be, Viet Nam), Christine Lengel (Ellenwood), Fedelis Mutiso (Nairobi, Kenya), Myron Standridge (Forest Park), and Candace Swords (Stockbridge). All six students enjoyed the conference and came away with an increased appreciation of mathematics.

Four of the students participated in the poster session. Dang presented some of his results on "The Regular Grid Domination Number," from his submitted photography

(L to R): Krop, Dang, Boatwright, Standridge, Barrientos, Lengel, Swords, Raridan, and Mutiso. CIMS, cont’d, p. 10 Campus Review April 18, 2011 Page 7 Across the Campus...

Athletics Clayton State head men’s and women’s Clayton State to Celebrate cross country coach Mike Mead began building his men’s program for the 2011 State Employee Recognition season with the signing of Alex Foss out of Lakeland, Fla. Foss is the first male Week with Ice Cream Social signee for the Lakers for the 2011 season. All state agencies in Georgia will be rec- up the Tuesday, May 3 Annual Service Last month, Mead inked Jessica Smith ognizing their employees for the service Awards ceremony by also recognizing from Palmdale, Calif., as the first female they provide to Georgia citizens during its employees with an Ice Cream Social signee for the upcoming season. In addi- the week of May 2 to May 6. It’s State in the James M. Baker University tion, Foss will also be a middle-distance Employee Recognition Week… which is Center on Thursday, May 5, running to distance competitor on the Laker track part of a national event that is personally from 1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. This official and field team. Foss, who attends George endorsed by Governor Nathan Deal. The employee recognition event will Jenkins High School in Lakeland, was one governor will be issuing an official include an ice cream bar, popcorn and of the top distance runners in the state of proclamation regarding State Employee the “spin to win” wheel from the Florida this season. He was the city, coun- Recognition Week. University Bookstore, plus prize give- ty, district and region champion during the aways… a veritable carnival for the 2010 cross country season, while placing As part of State Employee Recognition Clayton State faculty and staff. 11th at the Florida High School Class 3A Week, Clayton State will be following meet. Foss plans on majoring in Psychology at Clayton State.

***** room UC 265 of the James M. Baker NCAA regional tournament locations. Clayton State head men’s and women’s University Center, starting at 11:30 a.m. We are pleased to announce that Maria cross country coach Mike Mead added to Lunch will be provided for the first 25 Cox is the winner of this year’s challenge. the Laker women 2011 season with the participants. On Wednesday, Apr. 20, it’s Although the contest is over, please be on signing of German runner Maia Kuhnen. “Asian Fusion,” an opportunity to explore the lookout for future contest offered Kuhnen is the second female signee for the Asian American and Pacific Islander cul- through the Department of Recreation & Lakers for the upcoming season. Last ture through food, dance, music and enter- Wellness. For more, visit http://adminser- month, Mead inked Jessica Smith from tainment, held on the Clayton State vices.clayton.edu/recwell/fitnesscenter/ Palmdale, Calif., as the first female signee. Student Activities Center green, starting at or contact Bassett at Scottbassett@clay- In addition, Kuhnen will also be a middle- 6 p.m. In case on rain, “Asian Fusion” ton.edu or (678) 466-4975. distance to distance competitor on the will move indoors to the SAC ballroom. Laker track and field team. Kuhnen, from Women’s Basketball Trier, Germany, is another versatile runner External Relations The official Clayton State University You with a wide range of distances. In track and External Relations’ Dana Brown is a Tube channel (ClaytonSTNews) has a new field last season, she ran the 400-meter dash notary public again, primarily at work for video… “Clayton State University's in 1:01.71 minutes, the 800-meter run in the Clayton State Foundation, but if you NCAA DII Champs.” ClaytonSTNews 2:17.70, 4:45.51 in the 1,500-meter run and or your department needs a notary public, will continue to show the 35-1 NCAA 41:52 in the 10,000-meter run. Kuhnen has she will be glad to assist you. Division II National Champion Lakers run a personal-best 41:54 in the 10,000- over the next few weeks. This first video meter run and 19:28.75 in 5K cross country. Mathematics features NCAA Division II Coach of the Kuhnen plans on majoring in Health and Please join us to honor Dr. Annita Hunt on Year Dennis Cox, and includes a surprise Fitness Management at Clayton State. the occasion of her retirement after 20 ending for the coach. The video was shot years of dedicated service… Tuesday, by videographer and Clayton State alum- Campus Life May 3, in the Harry S. Downs Center nus (class of 2007) Christian Bowen (vid- The Office of Campus Life will be hold- Atrium, from 10 a.m. to noon. [email protected]). The exact URL of the ing two events on Apr. 19 and Apr. 20 in new video, which will also be appearing conjunction with Asian American and Recreation & Wellness soon on the Clayton State website Pacific Islander Heritage Month. On From Feb. 7 through Apr. 1, the Spring (www.clayton.edu) is Tuesday, Apr. 19, it’s “Fresh Off the Boat: 2011 “NCAA Regional Basketball http://www.youtube.com/embed/xNk6ve Dumb Things Well-Intended People Say Challenge” Contest was held for the stu- MyBkE. Subsequent Clayton State You or Think About the Asian Culture.” It’s an dents, faculty and staff at Clayton State Tube videos by Bowen will give viewers a interactive dialogue discussion designed University. This cardiovascular challenge chance to meet different groups of players explore and dispel myths and stereotypes encouraged participants to reach their fit- form the championship team, including about the Asian culture that will be held in ness goals “on the road” to each of the 4 redshirts Genesis Kelly and Keona Dixon. Campus Review Page 8 April 18, 2011 Arts Page Clayton State University Jazz Combo Presents “Our Next Concert,” Apr. 27 in Spivey Hall by Lauren Graves, University Relations The Clayton State University Department of Visual & Performing Arts The Clayton Stat Department of Visual & Musicians performing in “Our Next presents the Performing Arts presents the Clayton State Concert” include: Stacey Houghton Clayton University Jazz Combo in “Our Next (Rex), director and saxophone; trumpet: State Concert” on Wednesday, Apr. 27 at 7:30 Wilgens Pierre (Mableton) and Josh University p.m. in Spivey Hall. Admission is free. Singleton (Conyers); alto saxophone: Jazz Combo Avys Burroughs (Jonesboro); tenor saxo- Stacey Houghton The performance will feature classic com- phone: Rodney Allen (Augusta); tenor Director Wilgens Pierre positions made famous by saxophonists, and baritone saxophones: Carl Dixon trumpet & electric bass Josh Singleton trumpet including tunes by Charlie Parker, Phil (Morrow); piano: Afolabi Giwa Avys Burroughs alto saxophone Rodney Allen Woods, and Benny Golson, and Clayton (Fayetteville) and Paul Anderson tenor saxophone Carl Dixon tenor & baritone saxophones State’s own Jazz Combo Director and sax- (Lithonia); guitar and vocals: Kelly Paul Anderson piano Afolabi Giwa

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Spivey Hall Children’s Choir Cygnet is Throwing a Auditions Set for April 30 Launch Party, April 21 Clayton State’s world-famous Spivey Hall will be holding auditions for Cygnet is throwing a party! A Launch Party for the 2011 its equally-famous Children’s Choir program on Saturday, Apr. 30, 2011. edition of Clayton State University's literary magazine that highlights the literary and artistic work of the student The Spivey Hall Children's Choir Program has provided exempla- body and is issued annually in the spring. ry choral music education to its singers since 1994. Comprised of both male and female students ages 10 through 18, this treble The launch party, which is open to the public, takes place choir program is for soprano and alto singers. Consisting of three on Thursday, Apr. 21, at 6:30 p.m., in the Lecture Hall, choirs, the program draws students from 18 metro Atlanta coun- room B10. There will be a reading from poetry author ties, offering them professional-level instruction in vocal peda- Robert Pfeiffer (part of the spring Visiting Writer’s gogy, music theory, sight singing, ear training, and presentation as Reading Series), a Poetrypalooza, and refreshments will well as exposure to a variety of choral styles. Involvement also be served. enhances young people's lives, helping them to develop self- reliance, personal integrity, responsibility, compassion, and confi- First published in spring 2004, Cygnet exists to encourage dence in their abilities. creative writing and art by providing a forum for writers and artists to display their works. Poetrypalooza exists to Auditions will be held from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. in the Music provide students the forum to express their creative writ- Education Building on the Clayton State campus. Singers must be ing talents with an audience. between the ages of 10 and 13 on Sept. 1, 2011 to audition.

For further information on the auditions contact Carol Abarr, gen- eral manager, Spivey Hall Children's Choir, at (770) 946-9072 or email [email protected]. Campus Review April 18, 2011 Page 9 Arts Page

“Echoes from the South” From the Clayton State Theatre The Clayton State Theatre is present- are directed by Clayton State Assistant Ophelia are more dangerous than they ing two student-written productions Professor of Theatre and Communication appear and hold secrets that will even- this spring. "Echoes from the South" Shontelle Thrash. tually tie both of their fates together. opened with a preview on Wednesday, Now that Charlie has everything that Apr. 13, followed by opening night on In "The Witch's Fee” young “Dead-End” he wants, can he skip out on payment Thursday, Apr. 14, and subsequent per- Charlie Mallory is a poor Louisiana boy and keep the witch at the door when formances on Apr. 15, Apr. 16, Apr. 22 who is out of luck and out of options. His she comes knocking? and Apr. 23 misfortunes lead him into the boathouse of Miss Ophelia, the infamous bayou In "Great Grandmama’s Silver" Emma The two productions are "The Witch’s woman who is able to give Charlie every- returns home, after a lengthy absence, Fee" by Levi Jelks, III, and "Great thing that he wants; fame, wealth, to attend her mother’s funeral. While Grandmama’s Silver" by Adrienne power… but only if he is willing to give there, she is forced to confront her past Garcia. All shows start at 8 p.m. The her a deadly payment. in the form of three alter egos. house opens at 7:45 p.m. Admission is $5, Clayton State students are free with Desperate, Charlie agrees and soon real- their Laker Card ID. Both productions izes that both the boathouse and Miss

Clayton Community Big Band Presents “Bop-estration” in Spivey Hall, May 2 by Lauren Graves, University Relations

The Clayton State University Department of Visual & Performing Arts presents the Clayton Community Big Band in “Bop- estration” on Monday, May 2, at 7:30 p.m. in Spivey Hall. Admission is free.

With “Bop-estration,” the Clayton Community Big Band (CCBB) continues its 10-year celebration by featuring classic jazz arrangements and bebop tunes by musicians such as Miles Davis, Freddie Hubbard, Chick Corea and Duke Jordan, and performing masterful arrangements by Les Hooper, Phil Kelly and Mark Taylor. The concert will also premiere brand new arrangements by assistant director Art Thompson

“[‘Bop-estration’] will feature the band submitted photography and its many soloists in an evening of jazz music for all tastes, from swing to Latin to saxophone and flute, Art Thompson G. Bailey (Decatur), Josh Singleton fusion,” shares Stacey Houghton, CCBB (Fayetteville), drums and percussion; sax- (Conyers), Mark Lewis (McDonough), director. “Please join us for our latest ophones: Carl Dixon (Morrow), Avys and Taylor Threlkeld (Morrow); trom- musical offering for all ages.” Burroughs (Jonesboro), Rodney Allen bones: Doug Murray (Jonesboro), Keith (Augusta), Michael Terry (Meansville), Gardner (McDonough), Derrick Jackson Musicians performing in “Bop-estration” and John Babb (McDonough); trumpets: include: Stacey Houghton (Rex), director, Michael Wheeler (Forest Park), Anthony CCBB, cont’d, p. 11 Campus Review Page 10 April 18, 2011 Foundation for the Defense of Democracies Chooses Clayton State Professor for Fellowship by Tarrica Madison, University Relations Clayton State Associate Professor of This initiative goes hand-in-hand with the ent social, politi- History Dr. Marko Maunula has been coursework that Maunula offers to cal, and econom- accepted as a 2011-12 Academic Clayton State students. The course con- ical realities. Fellow with the Foundation for the tent of his Critical Trends and Issues in Defense of Democracies (FDD). As a the Contemporary World (HIST 2750) The asset that fellow, he will participate in a unique examines the global significance of criti- this fellowship educational program that focuses on cal political, social, cultural, economic, and will provide to the threat of terrorism to democracies international trends since the fall of Maunula will be around the world, to be held in Israel Communism. This course allows for a undeniably a from June11 to June 22, 2011. global perspective on the politics and direct correla- Dr. Marko Maunula understanding of regimes that have shaped tion to his influ- The program consists of an intensive the political climates of the past and present ence in his course offerings at Clayton series of lectures by academics, diplo- including those of terroristic cause. State. The initiatives that he will be mats, and military officials from India, allowed to give educational responses Israel, Jordan, Turkey and the United Maunula’s interpretations of these issues to will definitely be felt amongst the States. Maunula will also be exposed coincides with the FDD’s intended spot- Clayton State community, not only to field trips to military police and light on the impact such combative social with his continued teaching at Clayton immigration facilities throughout groups pose on the very freedom of soci- State prior to the experience, but also Israel. eties around the world. Additionally, the pride that Clayton State has for one Maunula will engage in understanding of of its own making moves on the global The goal is to educate participants who terroristic threats currently embedding stage in the worlds’ understanding of are in a role to influence others direct- into the culture of demographics usually terrorism against democracy. ly about terrorism and how democratic unrelated to known terroristic racial states combat the threat. The combat- groups. Maunula has been a professor at ive techniques implementing in deter- Clayton State University since 2005. mining terroristic threat is produced In his African American History (HIST He holds a doctorate in the Fields of through independent analyses of glob- 4001) course at Clayton State, Maunula Interest: American South, Business and al terrorist threats that explore the his- creates an attitude among students that Economic History, Globalization torical, cultural, philosophical and ide- learning of critical historical observations Studies which solidifies him as the ological factors that drive terrorism of one specific minority can provide understandable recipient of the FDD’s and threaten the individual freedoms insight to understanding the growth of a Fellowship in Terrorism this summer. guaranteed within democratic soci- particular racial group or the disappoint- eties. ments and setbacks that allow for its pres-

CIMS, cont’d. from p. 6 Capstone Project (a joint effort with The abstracts for all four posters can be The Math Club, the Department of Krop). Similarly, Mutiso has been work- found at http://www.bama.ua.edu/~jglea- Mathematics, and the College of ing with Raridan on his Capstone Project, son/MAA11/Posters.pdf, and the posters Information and Mathematical Sciences and presented some of his results on a will be on display on the fourth floor of were well-represented by the students and poster entitled "On Super Edge-Graceful Clayton State’s James M. Baker University we all look forward to attending more Trees of Diameter Four." Center through the end of next week. conferences in the future, adds Raridan. The students' travel was funded through Swords and Boatwright also have been "The students did an excellent job with their the Math Club budget, and from student working with Raridan as part of the CIMS posters and I am very proud of their efforts to activity fees. He also offers special thanks Undergraduate Research Program, which learn more about mathematics," says Raridan. to the Student Fees Advisory Board, espe- explores special topics in fractals. Swords cially Dr. Elaine Manglitz and Carmelita presented her results concerning "Fractal "I was so impressed with our students' ability Davis, for all of their help and support. Basin Boundaries and Newton's Method" to communicate with confidence and poise," and Boatwright presented results on says Dr. Lila Roberts, dean of CIMS. "This For More CIMS News "Understanding Fractal Behavior Using a speaks well of the students' ability as well as the See Page 14! Discrete Model." quality of faculty mentoring they have had." Campus Review April 18, 2011 Page 11

Alumni Dinner, cont’d. from p. 1 The goal that drives Casey into relentless Tickets, which include the movie and din- All Clayton State alumni, faculty/staff, supercell storms is to navigate the TIV-2 ner, are $50, and dues-paying Alumni students and friends of the University are directly into the heart of a tornado and capture members may purchase tickets for $40. invited to the dinner. For more informa- its beauty and destructive power on film—at The Alumni Association also has sponsor- tion and sponsorship opportunities, please point blank range. For a preview of the movie, ship opportunities available, which contact the Clayton State Office of go to http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v- includes tickets to the event. To purchase Alumni Relations at (678) 466-4477 or by zxS3CHhVE. online, visit www.clayton.edu/alumnigift. email at [email protected].

Wi2STEM, cont’d. from p. 6

Gobin’s research was in chemistry educa- Her research advisor is Dr. Catherine would normally be out of reach,” notes tion and her research advisor is Dr. Susan Matos. WI2STEM advisor and Clayton State Hornbuckle. The research topic that she Professor Mary Hudachek-Buswell. presented was “Studies in Spatial Ability All four students are active members of “Gardner, Gobin, Hassin and York want and Sophomore Organic Chemistry I WI2STEM and humbly appreciate the Georgia Power to know they will be good Students.” opportunity that has been handed to them stewards in their disciplines as a result of by Georgia Power and they plan on taking their travels.” York’s research was a statistical analysis full advantage of it. of data to determine the effectiveness of “Supporting Women in STEM Fields: The “This is a chance for them to learn more Wi2STEM Club’s Impact on Student about their fields they plan to enter as well Members at Clayton State University.” as provide them with an experience that

Little, cont’d. from p. 5 CCBB, cont’d. from p. 9

Little is president and executive producer (Morrow) and Mark Gladfelter (Morrow) and Wilgens Pierre (Hampton); for Clayton State Television, and a member (Ellenwood); piano: Marvin Pollock drums: Court Tatum (Lovejoy); and vocal- of AmeriCorps (a national service organiza- (Forest Park) and Wilgens Pierre ists: Melissa Callender (Stockbridge) and tion). She is also a 2010 Laker Orientation (Hampton); guitar: Caleb Halstead Ryan Gates (Hampton). Leader, as well as a journalist for Delta (McDonough) and Mason Kelly Sigma Theta. (Stockbridge); bass: Jennifer Dunn Campus Review Page 12 April 18, 2011

The Women’s Forum Scholarship Luncheon was held on April 14 with guest speaker Sally Griffis. Scholarship recipients Tasha Young, Mariya Iskhakova, and NiKimberly Wedlowe were recognized during the luncheon.

Faculty, cont’d. from p. 2 allow him to develop his skills toward but so very intrinsically rewarding. I , and my work will be considered directing the London study abroad pro- believe my contributions to the institution for an award. For this reason, unfortu- gram sponsored by that organization. and local community through teaching nately, I will miss the Smith Award cere- and service have been very positive, with mony at Clayton State,” says Walsh. “I know I am being considered alongside much more to come,” says Norman. some of the most respected and accom- She is married with two adult children and plished members of the faculty and staff, Originally from Dhaka, Bangladesh, and is currently watching their granddog, Luke. and that can’t anything but good—good living in Chicago for 15 years before for all of us. And I also hope one of the moving to Atlanta in 2002, Rahman has “I am truly honored to be recognized by things it means that I have been nominat- been with Clayton State since 2007. He is my fellow faculty in the School of ed is that my colleagues see me as doing a an associate professor of Information Nursing, all who are equally able and good job and representing Clayton State Technology and appreciates that Clayton excellent educators in their own right. I in a good light,” says McNamara. State is a laptop university. work among the best, so their nomination means so much,” says Walsh. Norman, an associate professor of “I am honored to be nominated for the Psychology, has been with Clayton State Alice Smith Award. This made me feel Associate Professor of Accounting, since 2005. He received his masters and that the significant amount of effort and Kordecki is originally from Milwaukee doctorate degrees from Tennessee State planning that I put into my courses was and Manitowoc, Wisc., and is currently University. He recently was awarded the worth the commitment,” says Rahman. residing in Chamblee. He originally 2011 “Heart of Gold” award at the first began his career at Clayton State as a annual student choice awards. He is married with one child and enjoys business instructor in 1976. philately and traveling. He received his “One of my most rewarding aspects of doctorate degree from Illinois Institute of His most recent honor was the 2010-2011 teaching is when students begin to think Technology. Outstanding Accounting Educator of the Year critically for themselves and begin to award from the Georgia Society of CPAs. learn for the sake of learning, not learning Walsh of Peachtree City, has been with for an exam. This is when I find that life- Clayton State since 2005, and recently He is married and with two adopted chil- long learning begins. An additional was named Director of Simulation for the dren from China. He enjoys hiking and rewarding aspect of teaching is participat- School of Nursing. She recently complet- kayaking. ing in graduation. I understand that many ed her doctorate degree in which she students persevered through many obsta- examined the use of high fidelity simula- “This nomination is a vote of confidence cles to reach their goal of becoming a tion to teach nursing students. of quality work by faculty peers and Clayton State graduate,” says Norman. means a great deal to me to possibly join- “For my dissertation research I won a ing the ranks of truly great professionals,” Norman, his wife and two children reside large grant from the Association of says Kordecki. in Atlanta. Critical Care Nurses and Philips Medical Systems. As part of the grant I am pre- “My career as an educator has always senting my research in a special session at been interesting, sometimes frustrating, the National Teaching Institute in Campus Review April 18, 2011 Page 13

Staff, cont’d. from p. 3 appreciation and cite individuals. To be supportive atmosphere at Clayton State I am a part of a better place to live and held in high regard by my peers is the ulti- and within Auxiliary Services,” says work. So, I don’t perform for recognition, mate honor,” says Cox. Grizzell. but for the mere fact of seeing smiles on faces for accomplishing tasks that one of Cox enjoys gardening, arranging flowers, He appreciates providing services to stu- our stakeholders needed to be fulfilled.” home decorating, and vacationing at the dents in the ever-changing environment beach. here at Clayton State. He has one cat and loves playing trivia with friends. He is Spring Break, cont’d. from p. 2 Foster, a 1994 Clayton State graduate, has also interested in photography, design, been with Clayton State since January and music. since been a place of growth and draws 2010. She grew up on Lake Erie, but cur- students from various universities rently resides in Hampton. Originally from Vienna, Ga., West now throughout the U.S. to rebuild its infra- lives in Stockbridge with his wife and structure and volunteer amongst its com- “My life has been greatly enriched by four children -- his oldest is now a fresh- munity programs, which are derived to Clayton State University, including a few man at Clayton State. He has worked here further the positive progression of the years on the Alumni Board. Being nomi- for the last four years holding several area. nated for the Alice Smith Award is an positions. He is currently project manager unexpected, awesome honor. It is very in Facilities Management. To view Clayton students and other stu- humbling and very much appreciated,” dents from around the country in the news says Foster. West will complete his MSA with a con- story, go to centration in General Administration in http://televisionjamaica.com/vd-6544- She enjoys working at Clayton State Aug. 2011 from Central Michigan MIDDAYNEWS-MARCH0820.aspx. To because of the overwhelming concern for University. He is a retired Army veteran see the Clayton State students who partic- students and their success that is evident who served 20 years of honorable service. ipated in the volunteer opportunity and the across campus. Her job is currently a chal- activities they were involved in fast for- lenge due to keeping up with changes in “Clayton State University is a great place ward to the 11:30 mark. financial aid. to work; it reminds me of my days in the Army. There is enormous camaraderie For more information of Clayton State’s She is married with two children and five amongst university staff, especially with- Alternative Spring Break Programs visit grandchildren. They have an adopted in Facilities Management: always work- the Department of Campus Life website at chocolate lab. ing together for a common cause, accom- http://adminservices.clayton.edu/campus- Grizzell who grew up in Clayton County, plishing the university’s missions,” says life/asb.htm. currently resides in Jonesboro. He has West. “It means a lot to me to be nominat- worked at Clayton State for 12 years start- ed for the Smith Award by my colleagues. ing as a clerk in the card center. He is now It is very humbling, my goals are to make the Director of Auxiliary Services. our stakeholders/customers (students, fac- ulty, staff, or visitors) happy, to make “I’m very honored and appreciative just to employees better today than they were have been nominated. It speaks to the yesterday, and make any environment that Campus Review Page 14 April 18, 2011 CIMS Second “Clue Me In” a Success The second ‘”Clue Me in to Clayton clue was solved, it led to another location. “Clue Me in to Clayton State” bags and State” competition was played on the At the next location, teams found and manuals with the rules and information to Clayton State University campus on solved another clue leading to another help teams solve clues. Saturday, Mar. 26. location and so on. The first team to finish their course won. First place prize was the Pan digital Novel CIMS’ (College of Information and for each team member valued at $150 Mathematical Sciences) two student CIMS professor Mary Hudachek-Buswell each, second place prize was a Logitech organizations, Wi2STEM and the Math was the director of the event. The clues HD Webcam and Mouse or Speaker, and Club, hosted the event with the support of were created and written by the Clue third place prize was a Clayton State Flash the Clayton State Student Affairs and Committee with Maria Morales-Beale as Drive and Light. Recruitment and Admissions offices. chair, and clue consultant Jon Clark. Teams from Clayton State and eight metro Christine Gardner was chair of the after The last clue sent all teams to the “After Atlanta high schools (with their teachers) party and Michelle York was the competi- Clue Me in to Clayton State Party,” where competed against each other to solve tion registrar. Mission Control had Dr. Jim there winners were announced. The teams ciphers, puzzles, codes, sing, and/or Braun, Dr. Yvette Gardner, Dr. Catherine enjoyed lunch, sponsored by Rocky’s dance, for clues that would direct them to Matos and Jelinda Spotorno, and was in Pizza. various locations across campus. the thick of monitoring teams’ progress all over campus. Dr. Chris Raridan, Mr. The event was supported by Clayton State Anyone on campus between 9 a.m. and Matthew Smith and Dr. Byron Jeff were student activity fees, the Recruitment and noon would have observed several teams Clue Guardians, along with several stu- Admissions Office, and the University racing around and performing some inter- dents, observing teams in pursuit of their Bookstore. esting tasks. The event was structured like next clue. More than 30 Wi2STEM and the reality show "The Amazing Race." Math Club students volunteered to create Teams of three or four students were the game, and work during the competi- given an initial clue to solve. When that tion this year. All participants were issued

High School Teams First Place Second Place Third Place Ken Tuntiansin Lachlan Busby Michael Wonderley Kapu Rao Ali Kight Michael McCord Mitchell VanDalen Kelly Compton Kelly Compton Ilia Larkin Alex Akins Daniel Waiksnis Druid Hills HS Woodward Academy McIntosh HS

Clayton State Teams First Place Second Place Third Place Andrew Coggins Michael Ngo Brittany Patton Joel Capshaw Pedro Torres Lakyjsha Smith Chris Harvard Dane Hylton Patricia Herron David Pottinger Tony Yaacoub Norma Bautista submitted photography

Clayton State University hosted the Allan Vigil Ford Lincoln promotion “Spot the Allan Vigil Ford Fiesta” on Thursday, Mar. 31, on the University Quad. Campus Review April 18, 2011 Page 15 Clayton State Business Professor Trivia Time Visiting Hungary as Part of Faculty Exchange Program And Lisa Williams by John Shiffert, University Relations Dr. Ali Dadpay, Clayton State’s relationships with the assistant professor in nation of Hungary extend beyond the fac- Lisa Williams had what we would the Clayton State ulty exchange program. Clayton State call in Philadelphia an “attytood.” University School of hosted Zsofia Terek during the fall 2010 That is, when she stepped on the Business, is present- semester, the University’s first-ever basketball floor, she knew she was ly in Hungary as this semester exchange student from the good, and so did everyone watching. year’s two-week University of Pannonia. Parkerson, the exchange professor honorary consul of Hungary for the south- And she was, good, that is. One of with Clayton State’s eastern United States, will also be visiting the players who led the Lakers to Dr. Ali Dadpay partner institution, the University of Pannonia during the last their first appearance in a national the University of Pannonia in Veszprem. week of June 2011 to discuss how to tournament (the 1995 NAIA broaden the Pannonia-Clayton State col- Championships), Williams would go Clayton State Director of International laboration further. on to set the Clayton State career Programs John Parkerson notes that this is scoring record (1415), as well as the the second year of this faculty exchange “While in Hungary, I also am invited to career rebounding record (796), as program. In 2010, Parkerson himself meet with officials from the Ministry of well as the single season three-point taught a course in International Education and universities in Pecs, field goal percentage record (.443 – Management as Clayton State’s first Debrecen and Budapest,” he adds. she could do it all). She broke the old exchange professor at the University of career scoring record by 100 points, Pannonia. In addition, Clayton State host- and no one has come within 150 ed the first two visiting exchange business points of that mark in almost 15 professors from Pannonia, Dr. Zoltan years. Kovacs and Dr. Peter Mihalyi, during spring and fall of 2010. However, ‘Nisha Woodard, one of the stars of the 2011 national cham- pionship team, has scored 998 points to date, with a year still to go after scoring 411 points this year. Do the math. So, before Williams’ mark Life’s Transitions... falls, we salute another of Clayton Retired Clayton State Public Safety officer Tim Summers (aka "Officer Tim") State’s fine basketball alumni. Scott Bassett, who knows how to look up is now a grandfather. Cullen Shooter Summers was born on Oct. 18, 2010 to the records, had the only correct Sgt. Scott Summers and Stacey Summers in Anchorage, Ala. answer to the scoring champion question.

Speaking of long-lasting records, and in light of the ridiculous 2:03:02 run in the Boston Marathon on Track, cont’d. from p. 16 Monday, who’s men’s marathon record of 2:08:34 lasted almost as hurdles in 57.70. And the 4x400-meter Clayton State’s next meet is the long as Williams’ scoring record? relay team of Veras, Shelby Russell, Southeast Region championships at It’s a name that ought to be famil- Charles Anderson and Ricky Fort contin- Lenoir-Rhyne on Apr. 23. iar… ued to be impressive, winning in 3:23.31.

For the Laker women, Monique Belmudes posted the lone victory as she won the 800-meter run in 2:21.80. Campus Review Page 16 April 18, 2011 Sports Robinson Selected Division II Bulletin Honorable Mention All-American by Lee Wright, Sports Information

After a banner season in which he was at who was a Daktronics Division II third including his career-high 31 points twice the top of the Peach Belt Conference in team All-American selection in 1999. against St. Augustine’s and against scoring, Clayton State’s Brandon Georgia Southwestern in the Peach Belt Robinson received the ultimate honor – Robinson is also the first Clayton State Conference Tournament. Division II All-American. All-American under current Laker head coach Gordon Gibbons. Robinson also had 12 more games of In its April postseason addition, Division scoring 20 or more points and recorded II Bulletin released its 2010-11 Division II A 6-foot-6, 180-pound senior from Lake three double-doubles. In addition to lead- All-American team for men’s basketball, Wales, Fla., Robinson led the Peach Belt ing the conference in scoring, he was and Robinson was selected as an honor- Conference in scoring, averaging 20 ninth in the conference in steals and 10th able mention Division II All-American. points a game as the Lakers finished up in free throw percentage (81 percent). Robinson becomes only the second player 19-10 overall and 10-7 in the Peach Belt. Robinson came up only 10 points shy of in the history of Clayton State men’s bas- He scored in double-figures in every reaching 1,000 for his Laker career. ketball to garner All-American honors, game this season for the Lakers. Three joining former Laker great Robert Conley, times, he has scored 30 or more points,

Lakers Fall to 14-7 Overall; Await NCAA Division II At-large Berth Clayton State Drops 5-0 Decision to Top-ranked Armstrong Atlantic in PBC Semifinals

The Clayton State Laker women’s tennis assured of an at-large berth in the upcom- fell 8-4 against Kathleen Henry and Tina team faced a tremendous challenge in the ing NCAA Division II National Ronel from Armstrong Atlantic, while Peach Belt Conference Tournament semi- Tournament. Armstrong Atlantic Martina Dedaj and Jessica Budd dropped finals on Saturday against defending improves to 23-2. an 8-1 decision against the Lady Pirates’ NCAA Division II National Champion Jessica Gardefjord and Aleksndra Armstrong Atlantic. In turn, the top- Viktoriya Semyrodenko and Ivana Filipovski. ranked Lady Pirates had too much fire- Krommelova dropped an 8-2 decision power as they downed No. 12 Clayton against Armstrong Atlantic’s Alida In singles, White fell 6-1, 6-0 against State 5-0 at the Newman Tennis Center. Muller-Wehlau and Barbora Krtickova in Krtickova at No. 2, and Charlotte a match-up of two Top 10-ranked doubles Fabricius dropped a 6-2, 6-0 decision Clayton State drops to 14-7 overall with teams in the nation at No. 1. At No. 2, the against Joanna Szymczyk from the defeat. But the Lakers are almost Lakers’ Katie White and Marie Cercelletti Armstrong Atlantic at No. 6.

Track and Field Enjoys Campus Review April 19, 2011 Productive Meet at Cumberlands Invite Editor: John Shiffert The Clayton State Laker men’s and with 53 points, while the Laker women Writers: Erin Fender women’s track and field teams enjoyed also placed 10th in the 15-team field with Ciji Fox arguably their best combined meet in a 40 points. Lauren Graves few seasons at the Cumberlands Invite at Tarrica Madison The Cumberlands. The Laker men posted three victories. Layout: Lauren Graves Chuks Chinukwue won the 110-meter Photography: Erin Fender The two teams combined for four individ- hurdles in 15.54 seconds, while Edlin Ciji Fox ual victories and 13 top five finishes in the Veras was victorious in the 400-meter meet. In the team scores, the Clayton State Graphic Design: Lauren Graves men finished 10th in the 16-team field Track, cont’d., p. 15