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SPRING/SUMMER 2013 THE OFFICIAL MAGAZINE OF EchoesYOUNG HARRIS COLLEGE More Than a Baseball team steps Missionup to the plate in the Dominican Republic > Homecoming 2012 Celebrates A Blast from the Past > New Staging for the Performing Arts GOING > Lacrosse Program Launches at YHC GLOBAL Alumni and students make a mark on the world On the Cover The Young Harris College baseball team traveled to the Dominican Republic in December to take part in a special weeklong trip coordinated by the sports missions ministry SCORE International. Student- athletes like Spencer Thomas, of Key Biscayne, Fla., and Oliver Pratt, of Dacula, played against teams from the Dominican Republic and participated in outreach in local communities, orphanages and churches. See story on page 12. PHOTOGRAPH: SARAH DEESE On this Page Outdoor leadership majors at Young Harris College have the opportunity to change lives through vibrant and challenging outdoor experiences. As part of a “Backcountry Living Skills” course this spring, students explored minimum impact methods, land use ethics and environmental stewardship while visiting Dry Falls in the Cullasaja River Gorge (above) and enjoying a scenic view of Pisgah National Forest from John Rock (right) in North Carolina. PHOTOGRAPHS: ABOVE: ROB DUSSLER RIGHT: MICHAEL POMAWSKI Contents DEPARTMENTS 5 From the Valley 28 On Campus 38 Forever Young Harris 45 Mountain Lions Roundup 51 Class Notes Young Harris College is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools to award baccalaureate degrees. Contact the Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, Georgia 30033-4097 or call (404) 679-4500 for questions about the accreditation of Young Harris College. 2 FEATURES 8 YHC Turns Back the Clock 34 Exploring the Emerald Isle at Fall Homecoming 36 Anatomy of a Leader 12 More Than a Mission 38 New Staging for the 18 Citizen of the World Performing Arts 22 The Compass Within 40 A Legacy of Learning 25 A World Without Borders 43 A Heart of Gold 32 YHC in NYC 48 Game Time 3 FROM THE PRESIDENT Echoes VOLUME 15, ISSUE 1, SPRING/SUMMER 2013 A Meaningful Mission The Official Magazine of Young Harris College As we continue to grow and expand, we never want to lose sight of what makes Young PRESIDENT Harris College distinctive and special—especially at a time when cheaper online degrees Cathy Cox and less costly educational settings are readily available options for our current and VICE PRESIDENT FOR BUSINESS/CONTROLLER Wade Benson prospective students. VICE PRESIDENT FOR CAMPUS TECHNOLOGY We wholeheartedly believe that our residential campus, committed faculty and the Ken Faneuff overall personal experience you get at YHC makes for a far greater education and helps VICE PRESIDENT FOR ENROLLMENT MANAGEMENT students develop and prepare for success in far deeper ways than can be found through AND EXTERNAL RELATIONS the online, one-size-fits-all experience of some higher education institutions. Clinton Hobbs, ’88 SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT FOR It starts with our mission, which I encourage you to review (yhc.edu/about/mission), FINANCE AND ADMINISTRATION and our motto: “Educate. Inspire. Empower.” We take these commitments seriously, and David Leopard VICE PRESIDENT FOR ACADEMIC AFFAIRS weigh all our growth plans against them. Take, for example, these statements from our AND DEAN OF THE FACULTY mission and goals: Dr. Gary Myers VICE PRESIDENT FOR PLANNING AND The College will provide opportunities for students to interact with others from diverse ASSESSMENT AND CHIEF OF STAFF Rosemary Royston, ’89 backgrounds, thus preparing them for responsible citizenship. The Young Harris College VICE PRESIDENT FOR experience will exemplify environmental awareness, stewardship and service to the community. STUDENT DEVELOPMENT Angi Smith We believe strongly that we have both personal and collective responsibilities as citizens in service VICE PRESIDENT FOR ADvaNCEMENT to society. Young Harris College is dedicated to producing leaders who will remain committed to Jay Stroman creating a sustainable, just and caring society. CHAIR, BOARD OF TRUSTEES Jerry Nix In this issue of Echoes, you can read about a variety of ways our mission plays out. YHC’s EDITORIAL STAFF baseball team not only took an enjoyable trip to the Dominican Republic in December, but EDITOR they also raised their own money to turn an athletics outing into a meaningful opportunity Krystin Dean ART DIRECTOR to serve the children of that struggling nation. You’ll find inspiring stories of YHC alumni Melissa Mitchell like Emily Clifton, ’05, and Jordan Earl, ’94, who have made international service and PHOTO EDITOR mission work a central part of their lives. Scott Dean The reach of Young Harris College is rapidly expanding. Our students, faculty and CONTRIBUTORS Peggy Cozart, Ali Neese Hatley, ’12, alumni recognize and embrace their roles as global citizens, constantly finding new Judy Lunsford, Michael MacEachern, ways to make a meaningful mark on the world. These experiences foster awareness and Elizabeth Bradley Turner appreciation of diverse cultures and provide a wide range of exciting opportunities for PHOTOGRAPHY Diane Bauman, Peggy Cozart, Krystin Dean, personal and communal growth—both on campus and beyond. Scott Dean, Sarah Deese, Rob Dussler, You won’t get a single lesson in service, compassion or citizenship through an online Hunter Good, Barry Koenig, Michael MacEachern, Tim McMichen, degree program. And, sadly, even in many traditional college and university settings today, Michael Pomawski, Philip Sampson, ’84 you also won’t find any emphasis on one’s EDITORIAL OFFICE responsibilities to a “sustainable, just and Echoes Magazine, Office of Alumni Services caring society.” P.O. Box 275, Young Harris, Georgia 30582 Phone (706) 379-5173 | Fax (706) 379-4572 These things matter to us at Young yhc.edu | [email protected] Harris—they’ve been grounded in our TO UPDATE YOUR ADDRESS AND TO SUPPORT Methodist heritage since this College was YOUNG HARRIS COLLEGE: founded 127 years ago. We believe our Call (800) 241-3754, ext. 5173 or graduates will carry these lessons into their (706) 379-5173 or email [email protected] careers and lives far beyond our campus, Echoes is published by the Office of Communications making the impact of a YHC education truly and Marketing at Young Harris College. The views and opinions presented in this publication are not lasting. It’s a significant part of what makes necessarily those of the editors or the official policies YHC distinctive. Our thanks to all of you of the College. Copyright 2013 Young Harris College who support what we are doing! Warmly, As part of YHC President Cathy Cox’s Georgia history class, students toured The Carter Center in Atlanta and met the nation’s Cathy Cox 39th President and recipient of the 2002 President Nobel Peace Prize Jimmy Carter. 1 College Street | Young Harris, Georgia 30582 yhc.edu 4 From the Valley Monica Kaufman NEW RESIDENCE HALL Pearson To Open This Fall ADDRESSES Graduates Construction is underway on a new residence hall that will provide an additional Monica Kaufman 226 beds for incoming freshmen this fall. The Pearson, retired veteran facility will be configured in “pods,” or small anchor of WSB-TV’s communities consisting of students living in different sizes and styles of rooms Channel 2 Action News surrounding a country club-style bath area. in Atlanta, addressed “This style of housing is extremely popular because it encourages incoming the Class of 2013 students to frequently interact with their classmates,” said Director of Residence during Young Harris Life Stuart Miller. “We want students to enjoy themselves and meet some College’s Commencement lifelong friends during their first year on campus before moving on to other ceremony on May 4. residence halls.” Pearson retired in July The innovative pod concept is a growing trend in residence life nationwide. It 2012 after a 37-year career with WSB- provides both living and learning spaces that encourage student interaction and TV. The University of Louisville English foster a sense of community during their formative semesters on campus. graduate has received some of journalism’s Each pod will feature large and inviting study alcoves and lounges with highest honors including 30 Emmy comfortable sofas and flat-screen televisions, providing students with ample Awards, the Women’s Sports Journalism common areas to study and socialize. These spaces within the building will Award and two National American Women give resident assistants the opportunity to regularly engage with students and in Radio and Television Awards. introduce unique programming. In 2012, Pearson received the Atlanta “The new residence hall will allow us to begin to implement a progressive Metropolitan College Foundation housing model at YHC that targets the specific needs of each class,” said Leadership Award and was honored by Vice President for Student Development Angi Smith. “Our goal is to offer members of the U.S. Congress, Georgia specific programming for student lawmakers and the city of Atlanta. communities and provide for She has served on the boards of directors increased responsibility and of the High Museum of Art, Alliance freedom as students progress Theatre Company, Metropolitan Atlanta at the College.” United Way, Northwest Georgia Girl Scouts The housing was designed to Council and Azira Hill Talent Development LEED (Leadership in Energy and Program of the Atlanta Symphony. Environmental Design) standards Look for full coverage of YHC’s and is expected to earn LEED Commencement ceremony in the Fall/ certification. Winter 2013 issue of Echoes. » Visit yhc.edu/construction to watch the progress of this facility in real time. 5 YOUNG HARRIS COLLEGE Honored as Leader in Higher Education Marketing Young Harris College was recently outstanding collaboration with the named the 2012 recipient of the Higher Office of Admissions in goal setting Education Marketer of the Year Team and achievement of results.