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FEATURES

MEET THE MILLENNIALS 2 Today's college students: the most protected, structured and achievement-driven generation in American history. by Roger Casey

EXTREME MAKEOVER 6 Wood paneling? A central skylight? Automatic window shades? Welcome to the redesigned James B. Duke Library. by Jim Stewart

A SHIP OF ROYAL MAKE 14 The SS Furman Victory was a handsome, stately vessel that served its country well. by John Roberts

POSTCARDS FROM THE EDGE 18 Amanda Fowler, a 2004 graduate, sees the campus through a nontraditional but knowing lens.

RJRMAN REPORTS 22

PHILANTHROPY 30

ATHLETICS 32

ALUMNI NEWS 34

THE LAST WORD 48

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ON THE COVER: A detail from the new-look James B. Duke Library. Photo by Charlie Register An examination of the influences and attitudes that have shaped today's college students.

They're smart, high-achieving and confident. They're used

to immediate gratification. They're tolerant. They value teamwork

and pursue the approval of their elders.

They're worldly - often wise beyond their years. At the same

time they've lived sheltered, heavily regimented lives, overseen every

step of the way by their "helicopter parents."

They're today's college students.

Call them the Millennials. They've also been referred to as the Echo

Boomers and Generation Y, but they seem to prefer Millennials.

When the CBS newsmagazine "60 Minutes" did an in-depth story

about the Millennials in October, they were described as a group in

which "rules seem to have replaced rebellion, convention is winning BY ROGER CASEY out over individualism, and values are very traditional."

Why? What's different about today's young people? What

distinguishes them from those that have come before?

On the following pages, Roger Casey, a 1983 Furman graduate

who serves as dean of the faculty at Rollins College in Winter Park,

Fla., delves into the influences and attitudes that have defined the

lives - and shaped the futures - of tomorrow's leaders.

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interesting generational Contrast that scene with the educa­ can "see": "Have you seen Justin Aconfluence fills the halls tion of a Millennia!. First, there is the bike Timberlake's latest song? " Phones have between classes at itself: a European or Japanese import always been something you don't really America's colleges and universities that costs a little less than did the '72 "dial." And a television with 13 channels? these days. An aging, predominantly Malibu I bought as a freshman at Furman. Please - that's so 20th century! Baby Boom professoriate now finds their Next, Mom and Dad have probably read While no generation can be defined former Generation X students finishing Te aching Your Child to Bicycle Safely - with monolithic characteristics, several Ph.D.s and returning to college as faculty. or at least watched the DVD. Perhaps key themes dictate the overwhelming Occupying the current student role they've sent Junior to bike safety school majority of Millennia! childhoods. are the so-called Millennials - or Genera­ or hired a training consultant. tion Y, to some. The first Millennia! cohort On the appointed morning of initia­ • Millennials have been protected entered college four years ago after tion, Mom, Dad and little Millennia! set and warned of external dangers at every graduating as the high school class of off for the park, bike nestled on the roof crossroads, whether we're talking about 2000 (hence the name). Now that Millen­ rack of the SUV. The entire event is being bicycle safety equipment, CD ratings, nials dominate college student bodies, recorded by video camera. Before mount­ the V-chip, child molestation, date rape, Boomers and X-ers are taking notice. ing the bike, little Millie is encased in a the Amber Alert, or sunblock with an SPF Perhaps these collegians will become suit of plastic armor: helmet, knee pads, of 45. Yet, the Millennials have arguably "The Next Great Generation," as Neil shoulder pads, chin strap, gloves. Yet, grown up faster than any of their prede­ Howe and William Strauss subtitle like all of us, she falls. She cries because cessors. They've been sexualized from Millennials Rising, their best-selling text her arm hurts, so she gets a visit to the an early age through media images of on the children of the late Baby Boomers. hospital for an MRI because no one wants Britney, Internet sites, Abercrombie How do Millennials differ from their to ruin her chances of being a violinist and Fitch (which sells thongs for teens elders? Here's one example. Remember learning to ride a bicycle? For me, grow­ ing up in South Carolina in the 1960s, it was a red, pawn-shop special with pedal brakes. Dad ran behind with one hand on the plastic banana seat, letting go without my knowledge at some point. Of course, I fell and skinned my knee. "Get back on," he encouraged.

(lessons at 6) or a softball pitcher emblazoned with the phrase "eye candy"), (practice at 3). and Congress investigating one president's As my story illustrates, sexual misadventures while his opponent Millennials are the most pro­ sells Viagra on television. tected, structured, watched-after, achievement-driven generation in • Millennials are sedentary and/or American history. They are, as one sedated. Though this is a generation Millennia! parent actually said to me, obsessed by X-Treme sports, most live "our little investment." the extreme vicariously through the Born in 1982 and after, their formative Internet or video games. Teen obesity years saw seemingly unbridled economic is rampant. Couch potatoes have been prosperity. They have never known a replaced by "surfers" who ride the virtual world without computers as a house­ wavelength in front of a computer screen. hold appliance. Information has always The children of those who lived through been a click away (a double-click for the drug culture of the 1960s have a really hard-to-find things). The latest pharmaceutical culture of their own - music has always been something you but this one is prescription-based. Those coping with attention-deficit disorders structure-free world they discover in themselves. I'm amused when parents may have been on Ritalin for years. Many college, where no one else takes responsi­ use the possessive "our" to refer to a are on anti-depressants. In fact, what bility for their time. But even in college, student's schedule, as in "We received used to be called "adolescence" may now many continue with lifestyles that leave our materials about fall term ...." be called "depression," and numerous little room for reflective space. Try Millennials seek medical relief from its scheduling a meeting with a group of Again, these descriptions are not pressures. college students and watch them pull meant to stereotype but rather to provide out their Palm Pilots and struggle to a sense of how today's college student • Millennials are heavily pressured find a common free moment. differs from her predecessors. Indeed, by "branding." Their world is bombarded she is more likely to be a she. Women with advertising texts and messages. • Millennials are tech-savvy and gadget­ are becoming the significant majority Brand consciousness is enormous. Pepsi rich. For them, the Mouse does not refer of college students. And this she is more and Coke vie for exclusive contracts in to Disney. Information is instantaneous likely to be non-white. The percentage certain school districts. Marketers pay - just a click away. PCs, Palm Pilots, of Millennials who are Asian or Hispanic to have brands like Nike or Gatorade digital phones, Googling, MP-3s, Wi-fi, is significantly higher than for the last mentioned in textbooks {from an algebra e-mail - they are "connected." Remark­ generation. text: "How many pints of Gatorade does ably, some college students e-mail or Understanding the Millennia! genera­ it take ..."). Millions are spent to convince cell-phone their parents four or five times tion is key to educating them. Colleges this generation to use its considerable a day. I remember wanting my parents must expend considerable effort to disposable income on certain products to set my things out of the station wagon create a technologically rich yet personally or to look a certain way. Many eating on move-in day at Furman, drive away focused learning environment conducive disorders emanate from such cultural quickly, and not return until graduation. to the needs of this next great generation. programming to look perfect. Which brings us to ... With their orientation toward achievement and the support of their elders, the Millen­ • Millennials' lives have been hyper­ • Millennials love their parents. Good nials have a tremendous future ahead. structured and programmed. They go news for Mom and Dad. Bad news for Our job as educators is to prepare them from school to soccer practice to violin independence. Some sociologists have for it. In our post 9/1 1 world, never has lessons to Boy Scouts to the church suggested that Baby Boomers are reliving the breadth and focus of a liberal arts choir, then return home to volumes of their teen and college years vicariously education been so in need. homework emanating from back-to­ through their children. Parents thus have basics or testing-based curricula. The become much more involved with their Th e author earned his Ph.D. fro m Florida enormous backpacks teens carry to childrens' college educations. Most State University. Th is article appeared school make them look more like astro­ X-ers and Boomers couldn't imagine their in its original form in the Spring 2004 nauts preparing for space travel than parents calling a professor or dean, yet issue of the Rollins Alumni Record kids. Millennials were tested at age 3 such behavior is the norm for the Millen­ and is reprin ted with permission. to get into the best kindergarten so they nia! parent. As an example, almost every could get into the best grammar school phone call the office of the dean at Rollins Photos by Charlie Register except as programs that led to the best high schools College received last summer regarding noted. that lead to the best colleges. By the fall course scheduling for first-year time many actually reach college, they students came from parents, not students are burned out or have little ability to organize their own lives in the relatively

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Color photos by Charlie Register

Extreme Makeover

The James B. Duke Library boasts a stunning new look - and new capabilities.

7 he library of the future is open The most spectacular new r business at Furman. architectural detail is a central stair­ Unveiled this fall in all of its way that serves as the focal point revamped and renovated glory, the for the entire building. The two­ James B. Duke Library boasts a spec­ story Blackwell Atrium honors tacular new look, with almost double Gordon and Elizabeth Lyles its former capacity and triple the amount Blackwell, president and first lady of research and study space available to of Furman from 1965-76, and was students and faculty. The facility's new given in their memory by their son wireless network enables users to work and daughter-in-law, Gordon '60 anywhere in the building from a laptop and Cecilia Watson Blackwell '62. computer, with access to more than 100 Among other significant databases and thousands of journals and additions to the facility: e-books through the library's Web site. I An increase in capacity from In addition, the building provides 90 400,000 to 800,000 volumes. public desktop computers and a study I A research commons with lounge open to students 24 hours a day, computers for database access. The seven days a week. area is adjacent to the heavily used Janis Bandelin, director of libraries, reference and current journalcollec­ says, "We are a library with and without tions and includes the research walls, a library of bricks and clicks." assistance desk. The Rinker The $25 million project was funded Research Commons was provided through the university's Forever Furman by the family of Leighan R. and Campaign (completed in 2002) and kick- David B. Rinker. started by a $9.5 million gift from The Duke I A multimedia computing com­ Endowment, after whose founder, James mons with state-of-the-art digital imaging tech­ Buchanan Duke, the library is named. nology. The commons area incorporates the The first phase of the project began in 2002 university's computer help desk and the Center with construction of the Charlie Peace Wing, for Collaborative Learning and Communication. a 52,000-square-foot addition that extends from The Marshall E. and Vera Lea Rinker Multi­ the back wall of the original building toward the media Commons was donated by the Marshall E. lake. Provided by trustee emerita Mary Peace Rinker, Sr., Foundation; the Herring Help Desk Sterling in memory of her father, a longtime by Gordon '65 and Sarah Weaver Herring '66. executive with The Greenville News, the new I Expansion of research and study space wing was completed last fall. It housed all library from 300 seats to more than 900 seats, includ­ services during the 2003-04 academic year while ing 26 group study rooms. the original building was renovated. I A 24-hour study area, complete with Despite occasional problems, notably several computers and vending facilities. The Hamrick incidents of flooding and a lightning strike that Family Study Lounge was given by trustee destroyed one of the building's chimneys and James L. Hamrick '50, his wife, Peggy Cater delayed for a month the Special Collections depart­ Hamrick '50, and their children, Mary C. ment's move to its new quarters, construction pro­ Hamrick '75 and James L. Hamrick, Jr. '81. ceeded apace. Although finishing touches on the I Expanded office and work space for building continued well into fall term this year, library faculty and staff. essential services were ready to go by the start of school in early In addition, a number of environmental issues and standards September. were addressed throughout construction on the library, in keeping Shepley Bulfinch Richardson and Abbott, a Boston architec­ with Furman's strategic commitment to sustainability. (See tural firm, provided the new design, and Neal Prince and Partners, page 13.) a Greenville firm, oversaw construction and interior design. Not surprisingly, the university has declared 2004-05 the The results are stunning. Patrons enter a building that is "Year of the Library" and scheduled a variety of speakers, programs open, spacious and warm, with inviting colors, wood paneling, and other commemorative events tied to the new facility. The com­ comfortable new furniture and a diverse mix of complementary plete schedule is on-line at http://library.furman.edu/yotl. hues and textures. Library director Bandelin says, "Thanks to the generosity of our donors we now have one of the finest libraries among liberal arts colleges in the nation. We celebrate its restoration as the center of the university's intellectual life and as a dynamic Previous pages: The Blackwell Atrium, with its circular staircase, learning environment for students." signature skylight and open view to the main entrance, is the focal - Jim Stewart point of the revamped and renovated library.

8 Opposite: Patrons may use a laptop anywhere in the building thanks to its wireless network. Automatic shades on the building's west (lake) and south sides help with glare and temperature control. This page: Sunlight streaming through the atrium can cast unusual shadows; 26 study rooms allow students to work collaboratively without disturbing others.

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The campus from above, with a remarkably clear view of the 52,000-square-foot Charlie Peace Wing plus an overhead comparison of the original and expanded facility; students enjoy access to countless databases, journals and e-books through 90 public computers. This page: The circulation desk and main floor, old and new. Opposite: Night view of the Charlie Peace Wing.

The re dedication ceremony for the expanded and renovated James B. Duke Library was held October 28. To view the commemorative program, which features a history of the library, Jist of donors, floor plans and other re lated information, visit the Web at http://library.furman.edu and follow the link.

12 I James B. Duke Library: Green facts Then and now: A Comparison

I Twenty-five percent of the materials used in construction Facts and figures about the library from its of the building contain recycled content. original construction date to today:

I Concrete in the library consists of more than the usual cement, YEAR in 1956 in 2004 sand, stone and water composition. Fly ash, a by-product of coal burning, was added to reduce the amount of cement Cost of Building $1 ,788,000 $25,000,000 required yet maintain strength. Cement production is a high Square Footage 70,000 122 ,000 energy consumption process.

I Sensors in the building's ductwork detect the carbon dioxide Library Faculty & Staff 8 28 exhaled when we breathe. This data is used to monitor the amount of outside air that needs to be introduced to keep Capacity (volumes) 250,000 800,000+ oxygen levels optimal. Reader Seats 750 800+ I Low-VOC (volatile organic compound) paints, adhesives and carpets help reduce the possibility of indoor air pollution. Group Study Rooms 0 26

I New and replacement windows have a low-emissivity coating, Public Computers 0 90 which allows maximum daylight to enter but blocks ultraviolet light, which can cause the temperature in the building to rise. Enrollment* 1,500 2,900 The glass also reduces glare. University Faculty 70 200 I Automatic shades are installed on the south and west sides of the building. * Includes graduate students I An air/vapor barrier created a building skin to eliminate air infiltration and mold growth.

I The lighting in reading areas is controlled by photo sensors that measure available daylight.

I Seventy-five percent of the waste generated during construction was recycled.

13 A Ship of Royal Make

I t was a crisp,cold day on March 6, 1945, when newspaper. A recounting of the event,along with photos H.R. Crosland,a Furman alumnus and a professor of the Furman and of Crosland,was published in the Bulletin at the University of Oregon, ascended a small platform of Furman University in April, 1945, and a brief mention at the Oregon Shipbuilding Yard near Portland to deliver of the ceremony appeared again in the April 1946 issue. the principal address for the christening ceremony of the In university publications,however, the ship was SS Furman Victory. evidently never mentioned again. Once she was launched, Wearing a heavy,dark overcoat as protection against it seems that the SS Furman Victorysailed out of the the brisk,salty breeze, Crosland told the small crowd, memory of her namesake. "As a one time student of Furman University I have been So, when a Furman supporter noticed a photo honored by President [John] Plyler with the pleasant assign­ of the SS Furman Victory on eBay this summer and ment of representing at this ceremony Furman University of notified the university,many were surprised. After Greenville, South Carolina. I bring an expression of grati­ all, there is no mention of the Furman in Alfred tude from its faculty, alumni, students and friends.... S. Reid's comprehensive history of Furman, "The many alumni for Furman scattered in distant lands published in 1976, or in Furman University, and on the seven seas, serving their country with gallantry A History, written by Robert Norman Daniel and patriotic devotion, will be gratified at the high honor and published in 1951. Several longtime faculty accorded their institution today." and staff members familiar with the school's Resting upon steel trigger plates,which kept the ship history were also unable to recall the ship. upright on land, the Furman was a handsome, stately vessel. But John L. Plyler, Jr. '56,son of the From stem to bow,she measured 455 feet and her beam man who served as president of Furman (width) was 62 feet. Nearly 40 feet separated the base of from 1939-64, did remember. "I was her hull and her deck. Although the Furman was a cargo just a boy at the time," says Plyler, who ship, she was equipped with two 5-inch and eight 20- lives in Davidson,N.C. "I remember millimeter guns - enough to ward off menacing aircraft. being disappointed that it was Closing his brief remarks,Crosland quoted a stanza a cargo ship. I wanted it to be of the university's alma mater: a battleship." "A ship of royal make is she, H ow did the SS Furman And brings her treasures from afar, Victory come to be,and Her truth it is that makes us free, what was her fate? And shines her beacon like a star. After the Japanese attack on 'Twas Furman's hand that laid her keel, Pearl Harbor brought America into And Judson set her ribs of steel, World War II in 1941,Japanese and

The Fathers,prayerful for our weal, German submarines began sinking U.S. """ Launched our dear Alma Mater." merchant ships- cargo vessels manned mostly by Merchant Marines- at a rate that far exceeded Tucking away his hand-written notes, the professor the ability of American shipyards to replace them. In joined Mrs. Carl C. Donaugh,wife of the U.S. Attorney 1941 and 1942,shipping losses surpassed new construc- for the District of Oregon, at the ship's bow. In keeping tion as the Axis was winning the war on land and sea. with tradition- and even though the university for which Because merchant ships carried essential supplies such the ship was named was a Southern Baptist institution- as food,armaments and medicine,they were targeted by Dona ugh shattered a bottle of champagne over the Furman. enemy aircraft and warships. As a percentage of their ranks, Headed for the Pacific, the SS Furman Victory and her the Merchant Marines - who manned the Victory ships and 52-member crew coasted down the way. To a smattering their predecessors,the Liberty vessels- sufferedmore loss of applause, she slipped into the Willamette River at a of life than any other branch of the U.S. service. speed of 18 knots. Liberty ships were boxy,slow-moving cargo vessels An article announcing the date of the christening that were produced in great numbers during the war's early appeared in the February 24 issue of the Furman student years. Most of the 2,710 Liberty ships manufactured during

14 THE STORY OF THE SS FURMAN VICTORY.

BY JOHN ROBERTS

15 16 The SS Furman Victory measured 455 feet from stern to bow and was 62 feet wide. This photo of the ship preparing for launch appeared in the Bulletin of Furman University in April, 1945. Previous page: Thanks to John Plyler '56 for securing the photo of the Furman at sea from the U.S. Naval Institute in Annapolis, Md.

the war were named after individuals - patriots, scientists, A fter the Allies secured victory in World War II, educators and industrialists. Beginning in 1944, though, Victory ships were used primarily to transfer con­ these ships, called "ugly ducklings" by sailors, began to struction materials and other supplies in a massive U.S. be replaced by a new class of cargo vessels: the Victory. effort to rebuild war-tom Europe and Japan. Later, many Because of their sleek design, Victory ships could travel were leased to private firms and foreign countries to be used up to 18 knots, compared to the Liberty's 11 knots, and could as freighters and passenger transports. better evade the enemy. Victory ships could also carry According to U.S. Naval records, the SS Furman Victory slightly more cargo than their sister ships. served in the Pacific campaign in the waning years of World Victory and Liberty ships were the workhorses of the War II and later in the Korean Conflict. In 1963, she was American fleet. They played a vital role in winning the war taken over by the U.S. Navy and was part of a fleet that car­ by transporting an estimated 85 percent of the troops, ammu­ ried ballistic missiles and other provisions to ocean-going nition and supplies used to support the Allied war effort in submarines. both the European and Pacific theaters. During the 1970s and early '80s, the Furman trans­ The Furman was one of 534 Victory ships produced in ported thousands of miles of underwater, sound-sensitive 1944 and 1945. The first 34 were named in honor of Allied military cable that was laid on the floor of the Atlantic Ocean. nations; others carried the names of U.S. cities and some of The cable was capable of tracking movement of Soviet sub­ the nation's oldest colleges and universities. marines, says Carl Friberg,a U.S. Navy veteran who served When the keel was laid for the SS Furman Victory on briefly as master of the Furman during the 1980s. January 23, 1945, the cargo shipbuilding industry was reach­ "She was a fine vessel and was one of the few Victory ing peak construction and efficiency levels. The handful of ships that remained in service [at the time]," says Friberg. shipyards manufacturing these vessels under the U.S. Mari­ "I served on the ship but was unfamiliar with her history." time Commission employed a labor force of 640,000 - The Furman was retired on July 22, 1993, turned over slightly less than the combined current population of to the Maritime Administration and put in mothballs with Greenville and Spartanburg counties. In 1941, factories the Maritime's reserve fleet in Beaumont, Te xas. Most of were turning out a new ship every 160 days. By late 1945, the other 534 Victory ships had long since been dismantled however, the average construction time had dropped to 60 or submerged, says Peter Stoudt, a writer and former assistant days. From keel to launch, the Furman was completed in dean at the University of Virginia who is working on a book a remarkable 66 days. about the Normandy Invasion. According to Ships for Victory, a book by Frederic C. "Of the Victory cargo ships built in World War II, many Lane that examines shipbuilding under the U.S. Maritime at Oregon Shipbuilding, the Furman Victory was one of Commission during World War II, 40 of the oldest colleges three left in existence. She also was in the best condition and universities in the United States were selected to have of the remainingthree and in the most original configuration," a Victory ship named for them. In addition to Furman, says Stoudt, who is leading an effort to preserve Victory The Citadel, Winthrop and Davidson also had ships named ships. in their honor, as did Notre Dame, Dartmouth, Colgate, The Furman languished in Beaumont for a nearly a Brown, Temple and Creighton. decade before being sold to a scrap company from Browns­ Jay Martin,executive director of the American Victory ville, Te xas, for $150. In November of 2003, the almost Mariners Memorial and Museum Ship in Tampa, Fla., says 60-year-old Furman was towed to Brownsville and that college campuses and their communities rallied around dismantled. their ships. Many sent a delegation to the launching cere­ "She was the choice for us to bring back to Portland as monies and sponsored a small on-board library for their a memorial ship," says Stoudt. "The dismantling occurred ship's crew. Davidson, for example,contributed 200 books while we were in the process of establishing a preservation to the SS Davidson Victorylibrary. Other colleges donated project. The Furman is gone, and this has been a historical games, phonographs and records. loss." Although there is no documentation of anyone Although black and white photographs are all that remain at Furman sending books to the SS Furman Victory, of the SS Furman Victory, visitors to the American Victory Martin says it is likely that the university made a donation Mariners Memorial and Museum Ship in Tampa can learn of some kind. more about Victory ships. The museum and memorial, "For the named colleges,the Victory ships did a lot housed on a restored SS American Victory, offers visitors to boost morale back home," says Martin. "But after the a self-guided tour and cruises. For more information, war they were quickly forgotten. The connection was lost." visit www.americanvictory.org.

17 18 AS Amanda Fowler began preparing her entries for the 2004 Senior Art Show, she decided to include something different in the exhibit, which each spring features the best work produced by the graduating art majors during their time at Furman. After pondering the possibili­ ties, Fowler, who intends to pursue a Master of Fine Arts degree in photography, came up with the idea of a set of black and white photo­ graphs, done postcard style - or, to use her term, "anti-postcards." The twist: She would depict less exciting, more mundane aspects of campus life than are typically showcased in the glossy, Chamber of Commerce shots one ordinarily sees in university publications such as - ahem - Furman magazine. But instead of producing a snide or sarcastic photographic commentary showing the flip side of America's most beautiful campus, she took a more subtle tact, focus­ ing on every-day scenes that might not ordinarily attract attention but Chapel View that, over the course of her stay on campus, had left a mark on her psyche. She did her work in the late fall and winter, when the surroundings are more severe than during the rest of the year, and her decision to shoot in black and white added to the impact of the photos. Some she posed; others she discovered as she wandered around campus. During the Senior Show, she dis­ played them on a postcard "wheel" similar to one you might see at the checkout counter of your neighbor­ hood store. The result is less a collection of "anti-postcards" than a nostalgic and, in the end, affectionate take on the campus and campus life as she saw it. At their best, and in their unadorned way, the photos might cause one to nod and smile and say, "Oh yeah, I remember that." We offer a selection here. The full set features 23 prints. To see Prospectives other samples from the collection or to purchase a print, write Amanda at [email protected]. - Jim Stewart

19 Priorities!

Please Don't Break Us The Bell Tower

Sunrise

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An Undergrad

I'm Not That Kind of Duck

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Homecoming '04 'Academic Outback,' win over Georgia Southern highlight festivities

Although Homecoming is supposed to be all about alumni, FUSAB (Furman University Student Activities Board) did a good job of upstaging the traditional activities this year by sponsoring an attention-grabbing contest during the week leading up to the festivities. Playing off "Survivor, " the popular reality television series, FUSAB intro­ duced its own version: "Furman University: The Academic Outback." In this case, rather than outwitting, outplay­ ing and outlasting their fellow contestants in some exotic, character-testing location, six students were required to live together in a Range Rover outside the University Center from November 2-5 (three nights). As sophomore Katie Levans wrote on FUNet, the university's internal electronic news site, the goal was to win "a battle of patience, endurance, intellect and athletic ability ...in a fight for a $1,000 cash prize and the title of the original was sporadically, it allowed the curious to FUSAB escort. Periodically they held ultimate Furman survivor. " see how the students were doing any time vehicular councils and voted out a mem­ Eight students were initially selected of the day or night- except when they ber of the group. In the end, junior Gray from 37 applicants to take part in the decided to block the camera. Clevenger endured limited sleep, a smelly event. After two were eliminated in The competitors were allowed occa­ car and assorted other indignities to a game-opening contest, the rest climbed sional bathroom breaks and could earn emerge with the ultimate reward. into the car to launch their adventure. "immunity " and other rewards by win­ Once the Academic Outback ended FU2, the campus television station, broad­ ning special challenges. For some reason, and Homecoming Weekend (November cast the event, and FUNet mounted a Web­ however, they were also required to attend 5-7) officially began, the focus returned to cam in the car. When it worked, which classes- under the watchful eye of a where it belonged: on alumni.

22 Conveniently, autumn finally decided company ever since he graduated from Georgia, Linney, like Stroup a resident to put in an appearance, bringing clear Furman, rising steadily through the of Charlotte, is an independent health care skies and crisp weather to the hundreds corporate ranks. In addition to his leader­ consultant who has been president of the who returned to campus to mix, mingle ship in the snack food industry, Stroup is American College of Physician Execu­ and reminisce. Many took advantage active in church and civic causes in tives and a member of the board of the of the opportunity to tour the latest in Charlotte. At Furman, he is a member American Group Practice Association. Furman's collection of new-look buildings, of the Trustees Circle and the university's the James B. Duke Library. Advisory Council. As usual, though, the key elements Christine Matthews '96 earned the of Homecoming were reunions, football Outstanding Young Alumni Award for and special honors. Reunion gatherings her work with "Clubhouse, " a ministry Opposite page, clockwise from top: for classes ending in 4 and 9 were held for Greenville's low-income children The recipients of major alumni awards Saturday night at various spots in down­ that she established as a student. After were, from left, Paul Stroup '73, Christine town Greenville, with the Hyatt Regency she graduated, Clubhouse became her Matthews '96 and George Linney '65; Gray hosting a dance for all of those so inclined. full-time vocation. She is now minister Clevenger '06 (right, beside window) Thanks to the Paladins' pulsating 29-22 of Minus Chapel United Methodist proved to be the ultimate survivor; Bruce victory over powerful Georgia Southern Church- the first white woman in Usher '89 and daughter Emilia clearly in front of the fourth-largest crowd to see South Carolina to be appointed to pastor had a blast. a game in Paladin Stadium, this year's a historically black congregation - and celebrations had an extra zip to them. with her husband, Kyle Thompson, she This page, clockwise from top right: As for the alumni awards, the 2004 has been a foster parent to eight children. Students reveled in the Paladins' goal- recipients were recognized, respectively, She was named a "hero " by the governor line stand in the third quarter, then stormed for their business acumen, social con­ of South Carolina during the state's "Year the field to celebrate the victory; Stanford sciousness and devotion to alma mater. of the Child." Jennings '84, former star running back Paul A. Stroup III '73, chairman of George Edward Linney, Jr. '65 and now a member of the board of the board, president and CEO of Charlotte, received the university's Alumni Service trustees, was among the alumni who N.C.-based Lance, Inc., received the Award. A longtime member of the enjoyed the Saturday festivities, the Distinguished Alumni Award for his Paladin Club, he is a past president of the glorious weather, the mall displays and success as a businessman and his support Alumni Association and is chair of the the talents of the Paladin Regiment. for community causes. Stroup has Trustees Circle. Holder of an M.D. Photos by Charlie Register, Mona Register worked with the Lance snack food degree from the Medical College of and Morgen Young

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Professors of note: Meritorious advising, teaching awa

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for new professors at Furman, their first \ Compared to many Furman professors, .. .. year is typically a whirlwind of activity. •·-_ Judy Bainbridge is assigned relatively In addition to teaching a full load of . . .J/ few advisees - 11. classes, they become immersed in ,,. But every year, hundreds of stu­ Furman culture and procedures, work dents actually seek her counsel. During . long hours and do their best to make class breaks her self-described "smoking J"'C·.·.- . a good first impression...... , .·· :·: bench" outside Furman Hall is usually Understandably, academic depart- populated with at least one student. ments do not usually assign advisees to professors until their Many who come to her for help are first-year students enrolled second year - after they've had a chance to catch their breath. in her English 11 (composition) class who are trying to come to Yet Communication Studies professor John Armstrong was grips with the academic rigors of college. More seasoned students not afforded that luxury. Shortly after arriving at Furman in 2002, seek her advice and renowned proofreading skills in applying to he was assigned more than 40 advisees. With 120 majors and just graduate school. Few medical and law school applications, in fact, fo ur full-time professors, the fast-growing department had no other leave Furman without her scrutiny. alternative. Bainbridge is also a surrogate advisor to upperclassmen apply­ But Armstrong, a fo rmer television news producer, quickly ing for prestigious fe llowships and postgraduate scholarships. So displayed a tremendous capacity for work. To say that he made fe w were surprised when her name was announced at the 2004 a favorable first impression would be an understatement. Commencement as a recipient of the Alester G. Furman, Jr., and At the 2004 Commencement, Armstrong was awarded the Janie Earle Furman Award for Meritorious Advising. Alester G. Furman, Jr., and Janie Earle Furman Award for But she was not on hand to accept the award. She was out Meritorious Advising, becoming the first professor to receive of the country on a trip that had been planned for months. the honor after just two years of service. "It just figures," she says with a laugh. "I've missed only three Fellow Communication Studies professor Sean O'Rourke says Commencements (in 28 years), and this would be one of them." that Armstrong, who teaches broadcast journalism, mass communi­ Bainbridge's office in Furman Hall is filled with snapshots of cation and media law, takes an intense personal interest in each of former students, many of whom stay in touch for years after his advisees. "He aggressively pursues them," says O'Rourke. "He graduating. "They are the reasons I do this," she says, pointing is not complacent, nor does he allow his advisees to be complacent. to the photos while ticking off names, job titles and career paths. If an advisee does not make an appointment, John will call, e-mail "It's the students, the relationships." and even find that student outside a classroom." Bainbridge, who came to Furman in 1976, is a first-generation In letters nominating Armstrong for the advising award, college student who graduated from Mary Washington College with colleagues and students described his knack for discovering and a degree in English and later earned M.A. and Ph.D. degrees from cultivating the hidden gifts that each student possesses. the University of Iowa. She taught at Queens College and Johnson "To be a good advisor you have to be a good listener," he says. C. Smith University in Charlotte, N.C., before coming to Furman. "You need to understand students' intellectual and extracurricular In 2001 she published Academy and College, a book detailing the interests. You have to connect." history of the Greenville Woman 's College, and she writes a regular Such strengths, normally honed after years in the classroom, column on local history for The Greenville News. seem to come naturally to Armstrong, who joined the Furman Despite having achieved a degree of celebrity in Greenville as faculty after working for 14 years in broadcast journalism. A native a columnist, author and speaker, Bainbridge says her most fulfilling of California, he graduated from Pomona College with a degree and meaningful work is done between classes - in her office and in history in 1977. He earned a master's degree in journalism from on her smoking bench. the University of California in 1981. "I really enjoy spending time with the students," she says. "I try While Armstrong flourishedas a video journalist for CNN to learn their names by the second day of class and make time for and as a producer for stations in Denver and Salt Lake City, he them. I listen to them, too. Anyone who truly cares about students increasingly felt like a fr ustrated professor, preferring discussions will listen to them." about the larger issues of mass communications to the daily grind Her many fans concur. of churning out a newscast. "I truly believe her greatest contributions to Furman occur In 2002, he earned his Ph.D. in communication from the outside the classroom," says Jessica Taylor '07, editor of The University of Utah and embarked on his teaching career. Paladin. "Whenever you pass by Dr. Bainbridge's office,there are Thanks to his television background, Armstrong was able to always multiple students waiting in line to ask her opinion on an quickly cultivate relationships with local media, including members internship, class opportunity or just a regular decision. No matter of the South Carolina Broadcasters Association. He uses these ties how trivial the matter, she always takes the time to speak to each to help students land internships that provide them the hands-on student, always making a point to ask how they are and asking their experience they need before entering the workforce. input before offering her advice." -John Roberts -John Roberts

24 rd winners for 2003-04

Ethical issues take Power of words: O'Rourke center stage with Epright extols study of rhetoric

In the case of Carmela Epright, the A typical day in Sean O'Rourke's theatre world's loss became the Furman "Introduction to Rhetoric" course might philosophy department's gain. begin with the professor bounding into As a high school student in Austin, the classroom, a sandwich in one hand Texas, Epright was talented enough to and a few notes in the other. be cast in the roles of Antigone and The notes, however, will prove Medea with a community theatre group. unnecessary. He won't need them while Her acting skills earned her a scholar­ delivering a spirited lecture, complete ship to St. Edward's University, a liberal arts school in Austin. with self-deprecating anecdotes and occasional pauses to moderate Only she never performed on stage at St. Edward's. Instead, a heated discussion - ignited by one of his provocative comments her portrayals of the tragic Greek heroines ignited in her a new - or to enthrall his students by reciting, from memory and in interest: "I took the scholarship," she says, "and studied Greek perfect cadence, an excerpt from a famous (or not so famous) philosophy." speech. Still, the talents she honed as an actor - timing, nuance, artistic The study of rhetoric may have been in decline at one time, flair - surely come in handy in her current role as an assistant but of late it has enjoyed an academic renaissance. And Sean professor of philosophy at Furman, a part she has played since Patrick O'Rourke, associate professor of communication studies 1999. And her ability to capture her audience was affirmed at the at Furman, is determined to ensure that the revival won't end. 2004 Commencement when she received the Furman equivalent "I can't think of any subject that's more exciting," he says. of an Oscar: the Alester G. Furman, Jr., and Janie Earle Furman "The purpose of liberal education is cultivating an informed Award for Meritorious Teaching. citizenry and developing civic leaders. We govern through robust Epright came to Furman from Chicago where, while pursuing civic discourse, so more than anything we need citizens capable her Ph.D. at Loyola University, she worked as a bioethicist for of understanding and responding to all forms of public address hospitals and social service agencies. She consulted with families, and debate. It's central to a representative democracy." patients and medical personnel about issues affecting an individual's Such is the kind of passion that he brings to his work - and care so that together, they could make fully informed decisions. that helped him earn the 2004 A lester G. Furman, Jr., and Janie "You never see the happy cases. You're not called in to consult Earle Furman Award for Meritorious Te aching. He says, "I've had about an improving patient," says Epright, who has continued her the good fortune to work with many fine, dedicated teachers here work with hospitals and hospice programs in Greenville. at Furman, and to be honored in this way is humbling and has Her firstcase at Loyola Medical Center centered on conjoined recommitted me to the art of teaching." infants whose parents and physicians were at odds over whether In addition to his stimulating classroom presentations, O'Rourke to separate them, which would result in the death of one child encourages his students to become part of the public discourse, and a limited lifespan for the other. The ramifications of the case sending them into schools to introduce children to great speeches extended to a host of areas - moral, medical, financial. Ultimately, and orators and having them write and submit critiques of public LMC refused to perform the surgery but referred the parents addresses for publication. He models this kind of activity by to a Philadelphia hospital, where the twins were separated. frequently appearing as a television analyst and publishing his The surviving child died within a year. own opinion pieces. Epright uses these kinds of experiences in class. "Everything Students appreciate how he walks the talk. Senior Laura I do as a bioethicist shapes what I do in the classroom," she says. Gibbs says, "I would like my life to be a reflection of his teaching. "Students see how philosophical issues have practical applications." I would like to be [the kind of] civic leader that he would be proud For students in her Medical Ethics/Medical Sociology course, of and that this university strives to produce." which she teaches with sociology professor Kristy Maher, O'Rourke's own college experience began at Humboldt State "practical" hits home during their daily rotations at Greenville University in California, where he earned bachelor's and master's Memorial Hospital. Several alumni of the course recommended degrees in speech communication. Law school beckoned, but Epright for the teaching award, praising her scintillating lectures given his interest in rhetoric, oratory and public address, he chose and passion for her job. to enroll in a joint J.D./Ph.D. program at the University of Oregon. What seemed to register most with them, though, was her When it came time to choose a full-time vocation, teaching won support and counsel as they struggled with the complexities out. of different cases. Carrie Flagler '04 said, "We saw real world One reason was parental influence; his father was a high school situations and families in the midst of tragedy. Dr. Epright truly language teacher and administrator in Twinsburg, Ohio. More understood the heaviness of what we were witnessing and made tellingly, O'Rourke says, "It had to do with the thrill you get when herself available to discuss our emotions and experiences. She you have students who hardly seem interested in what you're asked us to talk to her about anything that bothered us ...you talking about - then suddenly you see the light turn on. And you could see the pain and understanding on her face." know you played a part in that transformation." -Jim Stewart -Jim Stewart

25 Furman reports

Major award Leighan Rinker, former chair of board, receives honorary degree

The highlight of the university's opening College. She received the Champion convocation September 15 was the presen­ of Higher Independent Education in tation of Furman's highest award, an honor­ Florida Award in 1998. ary degree, to Leighan Roberts Rinker. She and her husband David first Rinker, who chaired the Furman became involved with Furman as mem­ board of trustees from 2002-04, received bers of the Parents Council. Three of an honorary Doctor of Humanities degree their fo ur children - Traci Rinker Miller for her work as an exemplary educator '89, Chris Rinker '94 and Allison Rinker and philanthropist who has donated her St. John '96 - are Furman graduates. "time, talent and resources to improving Leighan was elected to the board the lives of young people." A graduate of trustees in 1997 and soon became a Leighan Rinker of the University of North Carolina, she leading advocate fo r the renovation and did graduate study at Florida Atlantic expansion of the James B. Duke Library, Thirty-eight states are represented University, which presented her the Out­ which was completed over the summer. in the new class, with students from South standing Graduate Student Award in The Rinkers are members of the Richard Carolina (214), Georgia (127) and North 1989. In 1997 she earned a doctorate Furman Society and founders of the Carolina (84) making up more than half in educational leadership. Partners scholarship program. of the group. Eighty-two of the first-year Active in civic and community At the convocation, President David students finished either first or second in organizations, she is the founder and Shi welcomed back the returning students their high school classes, and almost 100 executive director of Beginnings of and once again greeted the 730 members members of the class are legacies who Palm Beach County, a preschool facility of the Class of 2008, who had arrived for have had a sibling, parent or grandparent affiliated with Palm Beach Atlantic Orientation the previous week. attend Furman. Paez selected for Liberty Fellows leadership program

Doris Paez, assistant professor of education at Furman, is among 20 young Bell Tower facelift South Carolina leaders who comprise the inaugural class of the Liberty The $1 million restoration of the Bell Fellowship program. Tower is under way. In addition The program seeks to develop to repairing both the tower and the clock, the university is refurbishing a network of outstanding leadership the John Edward Burnside Carillon in the state by empowering its future and building the Anniversary Walk, leaders to realize their full potential. It a path that leads from the tower is sponsored by the Liberty Corporation, to the mainland. Donors to the Wofford College and The Aspen Institute, project will have their names a Washington, D.C.-based group that, engraved on the path's concrete according to its Web site, presents con­ pavers. The project is scheduled ferences, seminars and policy programs to be completed in January. designed "to foster enlightened leader­ ship, the appre­ ciation of time­ less ideas and values, and open-minded Neuroscience added; EBA department splits dialogue on

contemporary furman made two significantchanges Meanwhile, the Department of issues." in its academic offerings this fall when Economics and Business Administration The 20 it introduced a new major in neuroscience has been divided into a Department of Liberty Fellows, and split the Department of Economics Economics and a Department of Business chosen from Doris Paez and Business Administration into and Accounting. 215 nominees, represent the business, separate departments. The decision was made following the government and non-profit sectors and Over the past decade, progress in the joint recommendation of three consultants are all between the ages of 25 and 45. field of neuroscience has been mirrored who evaluated the EBA program last For the next year and a half they will by interest in the topic among Furman spring. After interviewing members study classic texts, take part in a series students. In recent years, more than half of the EBA faculty and studying the of seminars and group discussions, and of all students who designed their own program, they submitted their findings attend periodic meetings with the state's majors through the Individualized Cur­ to Tom Kazee, vice president for business, political and academic leaders. riculum Program focused on neuroscience. academic affairs and dean. Each Fellow will also develop a com­ Given this interest, and given that The consultants agreed that two the interdisciplinary nature of neuro­ departments working autonomously munity service project. science fits into Furman's academic would be better able to develop their own Paez, coordinator of the Teaching philosophy, the faculty voted last spring identities and, in the case of the Depart­ English for Speakers of Other Languages to formally establish a major in neuro­ ment of Business and Accounting, would program at Furman, also runs a psycho­ science. William Blaker, professor of have the ability to build a program that logical consulting business and serves biology, is director of the program. fills a special niche, such as international on the boards of the Alliance for Quality The neuroscience program requires business. Education, Success by Six and the six core courses in psychology, biology The move will not affect existing Northwest Crescent Child and Family and chemistry, plus four electives that may majors who fall under the umbrella of the Development Center. She has taught at be chosen from the three core departments EBA program (economics, business the Medical University of South Carolina, and from offerings in philosophy, computer administration, accounting, and inter­ New Mexico State University and Florida science, physics, and interdisciplinary disciplinary majors in mathematics­ International University. classes titled "Brain and Mind" and "Patho­ economics and computing-business). She earned B.A., M.A. and Ed.S. physiology." In addition, majors must Cheryl Patterson is chair of the degrees from the University of South complete an empirical research project. Department of Business and Accounting, Florida and a Ph.D. in school psychology The program began the 2004-05 and Ken Peterson heads the Department from the University of Florida. academic year with 13 declared majors. of Economics.

27 Furman reports

Research oriented Goldwater Scholars interested in plant ecology, DNA reactions

Whether working in a lab with DNA chromosomes or trekking through a forest to observe an infestation of insects, two Furman students have fo und that their acumen for science can pay off in a big way. Senior Jess Riddle of Roswell, Ga., and junior Mark Turlington of Horse Shoe, N.C., are two of 310 students from across the nation to be awarded a 2004 Barry M. Goldwater Scholarship for excellence in science and mathematics. The prestigious scholarship, named for the late senator from Arizona, provides an annual stipend of $7,500 to cover the cost of tuition, fees, books, room and board. Riddle, who holds a Furman honor scholarship and the Carolinas Foothills Garden Club scholarship, has conducted research that requires him to go "out

on a limb" to investigate the Hemlock Mark Tu rlington (left) and Jess Riddle bring to 15 the number of Furman students Woolly Adelgid. The insect, which is who have been named Goldwater Scholars since 1986. native to Asia, is now endangering Hemlock trees along the northeast coast to apply for the Goldwater Scholarship. graduate research helped them earn the of the United States. "They're a major Turlington had worked with Lee in the scholarships. "Furman has a good base threat to our ecosystems," he says. "I summer of 2003, doing research on of classes that I could take and apply to tried to get involved with efforts looking polyambic DNA and their reactions to many areas. It's strong in multiple at control and monitoring of the insect." proteins to increase the effectiveness of departments," says Riddle. Long interested in plants and insects drug treatment to these cells. Turlington adds the Goldwater and their effects on natural reserves, "The DNA has minor grooves in award to his string of scholarships, which Riddle has pursued this research for them," he says. "The proteins and other include the James B. Duke, Robert C. a number of years. "I did a lot of research things bind to those genes, regulating a lot Byrd and Dow Chemical. He says, "The on trees outside of class on my own of the genes. The polyamids are able to chemistry department really takes an time," he says. bind to the minor grooves in place of those active role in ensuring every student has Through Furman's Individualized proteins. The goal is that if you bind our research opportunities. If I were at a big Curriculum Program (ICP), he has drug there you can regulate gene trans­ university, there's no way I would have designed his own major, combining cription and translation and be able to ever entered a lab with a professor classes from the departments of biology, control the cell and turn genes off and on." working one-on-one with me." chemistry, earth and environmental Although their first summer of -Jessica Taylor '07 sciences and mathematics into a curricu­ research produced limited results, he and The author, an English major fr om lum he calls "Interdisciplinary Plant Lee continued their work in the summer Elizabethton, Te nn., is editor of Ecology." He hopes to pursue a graduate of 2004 and are encouraged by the The Paladin. degree in plant ecology. progress they have made. Turlington, a chemistry major, was Both Turlington and Riddle agree counseled by his advisor, Moses Lee, that the university's emphasis on under-

28 insightful, informative, and national hero of the land of clever survey of the Christian Corenwald. Publishers life." In style, the book is said We ekly says the book, which to emulate The Screwtape echoes the works of To lkien Letters. The author received and c.s. Lewis, "takes biblical her undergraduate degree fiction to a new level in an in mathematics-computer imaginative fantasy rendition science and later earned of the story of King David that a master's degree in public both enchants and entertains." health. She is a student of The author is a freelance theology and a community writer in Nashville, Te nn., who health planner in Chattanooga, holds a Ph.D. in 17th century Te nn. English literature from Vander­ bilt University. Visit the Web Lucinda Secrest McDowell J. Elizabeth Miller '79, Bron site, www.wilderking.com. FROM ALUMNI '74, Wh at We 've LearnedSo lngoldsby and Suzanne Smith, Fa r (Life Journey/Cook George Singleton '80, Exploring Family Theories Lauren Johnson Rice '92, Why Communications, 2004). (Algonquin, (Roxbury Press, 2004). Miller, The Messenger of Saigon Dogs Chase Cars Author of five books and 2004). The publisher says, an associate professor of (Authorhouse, 2004). This contributor to many others, "To be consistently funny is family and child studies at historical novel, set in 1963, McDowell asked leading a great gift, but to be funny Northern Illinois University, tells the story of CIA involve­ Christian women authors and cynical and empathetic joined with her co-authors to ment in the removal from and speakers to offer their all at the same time is George compile this text, the first of office and subsequent assas­ thoughts on the topic of turn­ Singleton's special gift." In its kind designed expressly sination of South Vietnamese ing so. The publisher says his latest story collection, for undergraduates. The book president Ngo Dinh Diem. this compilation "was created Singleton, who was profiled integrates theory, research The author recently earned for every woman who wants in the Winter 2003 issue of and application while intro­ a master's degree in history to boldly look to the future magazine, chronicles ducing students to various from Wayne State University, Furman and invest in the lives of others the life and times of Mendal theoretical perspectives on with a concentration in U.S. while creating a legacy of love." Dawes of Forty-Five, S.C., families. It includes case foreign relations and, specifi­ McDowell runs a Connecticut­ and his relationship with his studies and journal articles cally, Vietnam War studies. based ministry and has exten­ eccentric father. that illustrate how various The manuscript was her Booklist sive experience in publishing, says, "Mendal's growing theories are used in research. master's essay at Wayne State speaking and radio broad­ pains, while universal, are _ the first novel accepted in . casting. Visit her Web site, treated with freshness and Ell Michael Martinez '84, Life the history of the department. www.encouragingwords.net. Whitney-like inventiveness .. · · and Death in Civil War Prisons: Visit her Web site at Singleton creates a dead-on The Parallel Torments of www.laurenricebooks.com. To m Rybolt '76, Forbidden portrait of the way we carry Corporal John We sly Minnich, Light (Creative Arts Book our childhoods into adulthood C.S.A., and Sergeant Warren Company, 2004). The author ABOUT AN ALUMNUS and how, despite vows to Lee Goss, U.S.A. (Rutledge is a chemistry professor at leave small towns, we can Hill, 2004). Author and editor the University of Te nnessee­ Alexander Blackburn, end up back home, still run­ of three other books, including Chattanooga. His novel Meeting the Professor: ning, like stray dogs hoping Confederate Symbols in the focuses on Ben Barnes, Growing Up in the Wi lliam a passing car will stop and Contemporary South (2001), , a graduate student at Atlanta Blackburn Family (John F. give us a ride somewhere else. Martinez is an attorney and Institute of Technology who Blair, 2004). In this dual part-time political science discovers a formula that could portrait of father and son, Robert Whitlow '76, Life instructor at Kennesaw (Ga.) solve the world's energy the author tells of growing Everlasting (WestBow Press, State University. Here he problems - but could also up as the son of William 2004). This is the fifth legal examines prison life during the disrupt the energy industry. Blackburn, a legendary thriller from Whitlow, a lawyer Civil War through the stories Barnes faces assorted crises, professor of English at Duke in Charlotte, N.C., who was of a Louisiana teen-ager and including two explosions, University - and a 1921 profiled in the Winter 2004 a sergeant from Massachu­ mysterious problems with his Furman graduate. During issue of Fu rman magazine. setts. The publisher says, graduate placement exams his years at Duke the senior Called the "J ohn Grisham of "The book strips the war of and an encounter with a run­ Blackburn, the first Furman the Christian fiction market," its romance and pageantry. away Mercedes. Booklist graduate to be named a he is a winner of the Christy What is left is the hardship says, "This kind of old­ Rhodes Scholar, served as Award, given by the Christian and horror of the war - and fashioned scientific romance mentor to such gifted writers Booksellers Association for the extraordinary courage of doesn't grow on bushes these as William Styron, Reynolds outstanding fiction. Life American soldiers from both days, and Rybolt does it well Price, Fred Chappell and Anne Everlasting is set in Charleston, North and South." enough not to have to worry, Tyler, among others. Duke S.C., where, in the publisher's one would think, about holds an annual literary festi­ words, "deadly mysteries and Jonathan Rogers '91, publishing his next yarn." val bearing his name. The legal twists unfold ...Whitlow The Bark of the Bog Owl younger Blackburn went on confidently weaves romance (Broadman & Holman, 2004). . Barbara Pasco Laymon '76, to become a novelist, essay1st and mystery into this signature This is the first installment 1n The Devil's lnbox (Augsburg and educator; he is professor and suspenseful legal thriller." a series titled "The Wilderking Books, 2004). The publisher emeritus of English at the The book is a sequel to Life Trilogy." The fantasy­ describes this book, which University of Colorado. released in 2003. adventure - an epic tale "told Support, chronicles the efforts of a with an American accent," as devilish advisor and a "tempter­ the author says - follows 12- in-training" to influence a year-old shepherd boy Aidan young woman's life, as "an Errolson's emergence as the

29 Furmanphilanthropy

Loyalty personified Fo lsoms have stellar history of commitment to Furman

Early in 1953, John Roy Folsom agreed to assume an important task: the presi­ dency of the Alumni Association. His appointment to such a major leadership post was especially signifi­ cant, because he would serve as the first president of a united Furman Alumni Association - one that would include graduates of both Furman and of Green­ ville Woman's College. In previous years, GWC alumnae had maintained their own separate organization. But with the groundbreaking for the new campus just months away, establishing a single Alumni Association seemed a logical advance step in anticipation of the new campus uniting the entire student body in one location. Folsom, a 1940 Furman graduate and Navy veteran of World War II, helped make the transition a smooth one. At the time he and his wife, Anita Anderson Anita and John Fo lsom hear one of many trib utes in recognition of their lives and Folsom '40 (whom he married in 1941), works during the dedication ceremony for Folsom Commons. lived in Greenville, where he was an insurance executive with Liberty Life. After completing his term as president More recently, their names became John, who as a student edited the he and Anita remained in Greenville a permanent part of the "new" campus. Bonhomie and was elected to Quaternion, until 1960, when they moved to Thanks to their generous gift, the the select men's honorary society, Columbia, S.C., where he served with popular gathering area between Furman seemed especially excited about the distinction as chief executive officer of Hall and Johns Hall is now known as opportunity to lead the Alumni Asso­ Home Federal Savings and Loan (later Folsom Commons. ciation at such a definingmoment in South Carolina Federal). He retired in Folsom Commons has been called Furman history. As he wrote in the May­ 1988 but stayed on as the bank's chair­ the crossroads of the campus because June 1953 issue of Furman Magazine, man until it merged with First Union so many students, faculty and staff pass "To be a Furman graduate is in itself in 1993. through it each day on their way to a source of genuine pride ...Furman In 1979 John was recognized by classes, the dining hall, the University men and women have a particularly The South magazine as one of the 12 Center or the residence halls. With its great opportunity at this time. Certainly, most influentialindividuals in Columbia beautiful design and landscaping, the our combined and wholehearted cooper­ - and not just because of his business area is a great place to socialize, study ation is needed more than ever before, accomplishments. Active in civic and or take a quick nap in the midst of and I wish to call upon all Furman community causes, he is a lifelong a busy day. alumni to join me in demonstrating Rotarian who has been president of the Folsom Commons was dedicated in complete loyalty to the institution which South Carolina Chamber of Commerce February of this year. At the dedication, continues to mean so much to us. and chair of the Richland-Lexington the Folsoms' son, John W. ("Johnnie"), "We have the opportunity to help Airport Commission. In addition, he spoke on behalf of the family and empha­ Furman become an even greater uni­ has been an adjunct professor at the sized his parents' lifelong support and versity ...Our support, now, is vitally University of South Carolina and love for education - and specifically important to the future of Furman, and a member of the boards of the American for Furman. I know that all of us will want to help Heart Association, Columbia College His sentiments echoed those his our school obtain the facilities it needs and a number of other organizations. father had expressed 50 years before, and attain the position it deserves. With Through the years, the Folsoms when he stressed the essential role our enthusiastic and generous assistance, have maintained a strong commitment alumni can play in helping Furman it will." to Furman. Their many contributions "attain the position it deserves." As Alumni Association president, of time, talent and resources include Clearly, John Roy Folsom meant John Folsom was among those who the establishment of the John Roy what he said. turned a shovel at the groundbreaking Folsom and Anita Anderson Folsom -Bob Fuzy for the new campus in October of 1953. Scholarship. Director, Maj or Gifts

30 Hollingsworth Initiative yields Paladin Club looks to build on banner year strong response Coming off a record-setting year in 2004-05 is 50 percent. A key factor in 2003-04, in which more than 1,500 the increase in contributions from members combined to surpass $1.1 football alumni is the Former Football million in donations to Furman for Players Association, founded by Bruce athletic scholarships, the Paladin Club Gheesling '82 and Hollis Barton '83. has established even loftier goals for And then there are the Purple When John D. Hollingsworth '39 made 2004-05: $1.2 million and 1,550 Pounders, football alumni from the the decision to leave a large portion of his members. mid- to late-1950s. Under the leadership estate to Furman, he wanted others to join Doris Mansfield, Paladin Club of Marvin Behlke '61, Paladin Club him in ensuring that students of future gen­ president, says, "I have no doubt that Volunteer of the Year for 2003-04, the erations obtain the best possible education we will reach these milestones because Purple Pounders have raised enough in the best possible environment. He never I know what Furman athletes mean funds to endow a full scholarship. intended to "take care of Furman" so that to Greenville and the surrounding Two new challenges for 2004-05 donors could relax and become spectators. communities. Our kids need to be provide extra incentives for Paladin Club Instead, he wanted others to build upon supported at the highest level. This donors. The Hollingsworth Initiative his commitment. is why our theme this year is 'Invest allows any donor to Furman, including Furman alumni, parents and friends in Champions'." Paladin Club members, to advance to a higher giving level by augmenting the are responding to the example set by the Ken Pettus, director of athletic development at Furman, echoes first two years of a three-year pledge. Greenville businessman by participating in Mansfield's words. "I think Invest in For example, in support of a $1,000 the Hollingsworth Initiative, a program imple­ Champions is the most fitting theme pledge, the Hollingsworth Initiative mented July 1 by the Hollingsworth Funds, we have had in years, considering the would pay $500 the first year and $250 Inc., in collaboration with President David success our athletes have demonstrated the next, with the donor paying the full Shi and the Furman board of trustees. both on the field and in the classroom," amount of the pledge in the third year. The step-up program makes it easier for he says. "More and more, Paladin Club In addition, an anonymous supporter university supporters to establish an endow­ supporters realize that their donations has pledged $100,000 toward baseball ment or to join higher level gift societies (for are investments not just in Furman scholarships. Alumni and friends of donors of $1 ,000 and more) by offering the athletics, but in the lives of outstanding Furman baseball have the unique oppor­ option of a three-year pledge augmented young people." tunity to activate the pledge by matching the first two years by the initiative. His optimism is based in large part the $100,000. A new campaign to endow an For example, one can immediately on the success of several Paladin Club athletic scholarship for minority student­ become a member of the Presidents Club initiatives, among them the All-Sports Challenge. Now in its fourth year, the athletes is also in the works with the (giving level $1 ,000) with a three-year Challenge pits former Furman athletes help of a committee of former athletes. pledge of $500, $750 and $1 ,000. For the against each other in a friendly com­ The campaign is expected to begin first two years, the Hollingsworth Initiative petition to see which teams can raise before Christmas. contributes the additional funds ($500 and the most money and have the highest $250, respectively} to complete the $1 ,000 giving percentage. For information on Paladin Club pro­ membership requirement. By the third year, For example, Furman football grams, visit www.furmanpaladins.com the donor provides the full amount to players jumped from 19 percent to and click on the Paladin Club link, qualify. 42 percent participation thanks to e-mail ken.pettus@ju rman.edu, Through October 28, more than 50 the Challenge. The group's goal for or call ( 864) 294-3469. supporters of Furman had taken advantage of the Hollingsworth Initiative to increase their commitment or to establish a new Living tribute program launched endowment. John D. Hollingsworth had great dreams. Furman has developed a new initiative planted and named for a gift of $1,600. He was a builder and a business leader that offers donors a chance to make Existing trees on most drives and walk­ whose emphasis on high standards was a commemorative gift to the university ways may also be named, depending evident in his work and in his support in the form of a living tribute. on their size, for $1,000 to $5,000. of Furman and other institutions that he The "Branch and Bench" program Benches, available in teak or concrete, anticipated would move to greater levels offers the opportunity to honor a profes­ will be placed and dedicated in recogni­ of excellence. He would be pleased sor, staffmember or loved one by adopt­ tion of gifts of $1,500 to $2,500. Exist­ that Furman supporters are keeping ing or planting a tree or placing a bench ing benches may be named for gifts of $1,500. his dream alive. in a special spot on the campus. Dona­ tions cover the cost of purchasing and Lilli Ann Hall, director of the maintaining the tree or bench, as well Branch and Bench program, will assist For information on the Hollingsworth as a plaque in recognition of the donors in choosing their commemorative Initiative, call Wa yne King, director of individual being honored. gift and its campus location. annual giving, at 864-294-3474 or e-mail Small trees, such as crape myrtle, For more information, e-mail [email protected]. You may also dogwood and Japanese maple, may be [email protected], visit the Web use the envelope included with this issue planted and named for a donation of at www.furman.edu/giving and click of Furman to request a telephone call $1,000. Larger trees - tulip poplar, on the "Branches and Benches" link, or visit. cherry, elm, maple, oak - may be or call Hall at (864) 294-2123.

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Boys of Summer Ruecke/, Mastny emerging as big league pitching prospects

Pitchers Danny Rueckel and To m Mastny selected for the Eastern League All-Star BY VINCE MOORE do not appear to have much in common, Game. And even though he moved up other than that they are both young to AAA late in the season, he was still Furman graduates who are working their able to display his pitching mettle. He When John decided to take a break from way through professional baseball's appeared in seven games and posted throwing, Rueckel told the catcher to set minor league system. a 1-0 record with a 2.89 earned run up and he would demonstrate how he One is a reliever; one is a starter. average and 10 strikeouts. pitched during his "glory days" in high One is 6 feet tall, the other 6-6. One Mastny, a 2003 Furman graduate, school. has successfully traversed the path to was drafted in the 11th round by the Rueckel might have been horsing Triple-A, the last stop before the major To ronto Blue Jays. He began his minor around, but the guys were plenty leagues; one has just finished an out­ league career with the Blue Jays' Class A impressed, especially with his curveball. standing season in Class A. One has "short season" squad in Auburn, N.Y., and In fact, John told his father - former a nasty curveball that nobody has been then spent all of 2004 with Class A major league standout Tommy John, able to hit consistently; the other works Charleston (West Virginia). A starting who was the Paladins' pitching coach the plate with the precision of a surgeon. pitcher at Charleston, he finished with at the time - that he needed to take But Rueckel and Mastny certainly a 10-3 record, a 2.17 ERA and an invita­ a look at Rueckel. The shortstop, he have one thing in common. They have tion to pitch in the South Atlantic League said, might well have the best pitching overcome the obstacles of being largely All-Star Game. arm on the team. overlooked and underappreciated in Of course, it all began for both of "Danny threw a couple of nice fast­ college, of not hearing their names called them at Furman. And while it appeared balls for me, and I wasn't surprised by until the latter rounds of the major league early on that Mastny would likely have that," says the elder John, now a coach draft, and of being identified with a level a chance to pitch beyond the collegiate in the New York Yankees' farm system. of college baseball that is not known level, Rueckel's emergence as a major "I knew he had a strong arm because I'd for producing major league pitching league pitching prospect came out of seen him flat gun the ball to first base prospects. left field - or at least the infield. from deep, deep shortstop. I then asked In other words, they have had to rely him if he had a curveball." on their talent and their determination to Rueckel said yes, but added that get where they are. Rueckel pitched in high school in he gripped the ball oddly and was afraid "There's no question it's tougher Dunwoody, Ga., and was actually John might laugh at his technique. John coming from a smaller school like Furman," recruited by the likes of Georgia, told him it didn't matter as long as the ball says Rueckel, the 6-foot, Triple-A reliever Tennessee, Clemson and Vanderbilt spun and broke late. with the wicked curve. "The scouts don't as a pitcher. But he didn't want to limit "I had never seen a grip like that - know much about you and nobody is his playing time to the mound, so he ever," Johns says. "But he threw it, and expecting much from you. You have to accepted Furman's offer to play any­ it spun really good and broke very late. prove yourself every day, at every level." where he wanted. It was definitely a pitch you could get Which hasn't been a problem for "I guess I was stubborn or hard­ people out with." either player thus far. Rueckel, who headed or whatever you want to call it," John went to head coach Ron Smith graduated from Furman in 2002, was Rueckel says, "but I wanted to do more and asked him to watch Rueckel throw. drafted in the 12th round by the Montreal than pitch." To better make his point, he suggested Expos. He began his career with the Rueckel started at shortstop for the that Smith step into the batter's box and organization's Vermont club before being Paladins the first game of his freshman watch Rueckel pitch from there. Unbe­ promoted to Class A Savannah (Georgia) year - and remained there throughout knownst to Smith, John had told Rueckel in 2003. He was bumped up to AA his four years. He hit .282 with 17 home not to throw the curve until he signaled Harrisburg (Pennsylvania) at the begin­ runs and 118 RBI for his career, but the him. ning of 2004, then promoted to AAA closest he got to the mound his first "Ron watched a few fastballs, and Edmonton in August. season and a half was to run across it you could tell he thought they were pretty That's a fast track for even the most on his way from shortstop to the dugout. good," John says. "Then I signaled for heralded of prospects. At Harrisburg, Then fate intervened. the curve, and the ball started right at Rueckel posted a 6-5 record with a 2.08 He was playing around at practice Ron. He dove out of the batter's box and earned run average and recorded eight one day while a teammate, pitcher To mmy the ball broke right across the middle of saves in 42 appearances. He was also John Ill, was rehabbing from an injury. the plate." _

32 To m Mastny (far left) was a 2004 South Atlantic League All-Star; Danny Rueckel's strong arm helped make him an effective shortstop at Furman. (Game photos courtesy Furman sports information)

The point was made, and Rueckel got innings pitched. He was named Southern Rueckel says that Mastny probably his chance to pitch late in his sophomore Conference Player of the Year and didn't get a better look because he didn't season. In a game at the College of became Furman's first baseball All­ light up the radar gun with his fastball. Charleston, he was summoned to the American. "That's all they care about in college," mound with the bases loaded and nobody Although his size would suggest he says. "But once you're in professional out. He retired three batters in a row, he challenges hitters with a fastball in ball, all they care about is whether you striking out two and enticing the other the mid- to high-90s, Mastny is actually can get somebody out. And To m has to pop up. an artist on the mound. His fastball proven he can get people out." When he returned to the dugout, usually hovers in the high 80s and he he says, "Everybody had a weird grin keeps it down to the hitters, which on their faces. They were looking at me induces a lot of ground balls. He also Both players can hear the siren song like, 'What is Rueckel doing out there? ' " keeps batters guessing with a variety of the major leagues, and Rueckel is In the next two seasons, primarily as of off-speed pitches. as close as you can get. Scouts believe a reliever, Rueckel would post an 11-9 "Tom was always the best pitcher he has the best curveball in the Montreal record with a 4.64 ERA. He continued on the mound, no matter who we were (now Washington, D.C.) organization, and to start every game at shortstop, but playing," Rueckel says of their Furman he has been told that he could get his word about his wicked curveball began days. "He threw that sinker, and it was chance in the big leagues next year if to spread beyond the Southern Confer­ nothing for me to field five or six balls he maintains his high performance level. ence. And while he never made the all­ a game at shortstop. Ordinarily, you "I wasn't sure the batters would still league team as either a shortstop or might get two balls a game hit to you." swing at my curve ball in Tr iple-A," says pitcher, the Montreal organization decided To mmy John, who coached at Rueckel, who, at 24, was the youngest he was worth taking a chance on. Furman during Mastny's freshman year, player on the Edmonton team. "But I agrees. "I told To m that he would be keep throwing it in the dirt and they keep good in college, but I said he would be swinging at it. So now I know I can get Mastny, on the other hand, didn't sneak even better in professional ball with that people out at this level. I just want to up on anybody. For one thing, at 6-6 and sinking action on his pitches," John says. keep living out my dream and make it 230 pounds, he cuts an imposing figure "He had great movement on the ball and to the major leagues." on the mound. For another, he worked he was accurate, and there's no substi­ Mastny also expects to move up his way into the starting rotation early tute for throwing strikes." next year, either to high Class A or AA in his freshman year - and stayed there. Mastny, a native of Zionsville, Ind., ball. "After talking to my manager after Mastny's improvement each season has been a dominating pitcher for both the season and hearing from the roving was dramatic, and he had the kind of minor league teams he has played for, instructors, it would suggest they're senior year in 2003 that most college which led one Canadian baseball publica­ pretty high on me," he says. "I just have players can only dream of. He was 11-2, tion to wonder: "Among life's many to wait and see what happens. But with with an NCAA-best 1.09 ERA, and helped mysteries is the question of how a 6-5, the two seasons I've had, I hope they've the Paladins to a school-record 32 wins, 220-lb. starter who led the entire NCAA noticed me." including victories over North Carolina in ERA (1 .09) his senior year and struck Stay tuned. Danny Rueckel and Tom State, South Carolina and Clemson (twice). out 103 batters in 124 innings could have Mastny could be coming soon to a major He was also among the nation's leaders in hung around until the 11th round." league park near you.

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ALUMNI ACTIVITIES Help us stay Furman Clubs enjoy busy fall in touch Furman Clubs cheered on the Paladins with record numbers this fall. More than 150 people were on hand in Birming­ One of the Alumni Office's major ham, Ala., September 11 for a tailgate before the goals is to improve communi­ Furman-Samford football game. Two weeks later, cation between Furman and its a large contingent of Paladin fans gathered in alumni. Over the last several Pittsburgh for several events before the game years we have been working to with the Panthers. find more and better ways to Meanwhile, alumni, parents and friends in central North Carolina did double duty, enjoying maintain contact with our alumni a September 24 outing to watch the Lady Paladin - and to ensure that they are in the reunion classes feel more soccer team face UNC-Greensboro and an October touch with the latest news about special and make the registration 23 tailgate before the football game at Elon. Furman. We are looking for ways process less confusing. Among other events, the Charlotte (N.C.) Club to make the process easier and Methods of communication had the pleasure of meeting with A.V. Huff, Jr., vice more effective in both directions. are changing rapidly, and these president for academic affairs and dean emeritus, The Furman Web site, days the most effective means of who led a tour of the Levine Museum and discussed www.furman.edu, is a wonderful communication is different de­ Charlotte's transformation into the second largest source of help and information. pending on your generation. For banking center in the United States. The Knoxville When you visit the university example, many young alumni use (Tenn.) Furman Club welcomed John Barker, on-line, you can do a little of only their cell phones and do not director of career services, who reminded everyone everything - order a transcript, have a "land line" - a trend that that the career services department is available to register for Homecoming, change would have been unheard of just a assist both students and alumni. He encouraged your address, or consult the few years ago. alumni to get involved with Furman through the Career Link program and by speaking with students calendar of campus events to find With this in mind, we have and alumni about career and employment issues. out the latest happenings. We'd associated with Youralumni.com, The Christmas holidays also brought club like our alumni to check the Web a program that will help us gatherings in Charleston, Greenville, Charlotte site weekly, or even daily. Please develop new features and and Washington, D.C. let anyone on the Alumni Office opportunities that will enable To learn more about Furman Club activities, staff know what we can do to alumni to exchange information visit www.furman.edu/alumni, or contact Melanie make that goal a reality. and interact with each other and Krone '94 at 1-800-PURPLE3 or by e-mail, At this time Furman has with Furman. Through this [email protected]. e-mail addresses for approxi­ program, alumni will be able mately 50 percent of our alumni, to maintain a full personal home Furman legacies and we are constantly updating page, with a photo gallery, blog You may have heard that a Furman alum's blood our e-mail list. You can help forum, contact information and "runs purple." This could be attributed to enthu­ us out by sending your e-mail class-specific event notifications. siastic school spirit, a rare blood type or a history of family members who have attended Furman. address to [email protected]. This service, combined with our Furman takes pride in knowing that many current Once we have you in our system, on-line registry, should help us students' parents, grandparents, aunts, uncles and you will receive Furman's monthly provide alumni with better overall siblings attended Furman. To recognize this con­ electronic newsletter, plus frequent communication. To learn more, nection, the Alumni Association began the year by announcements and reminders visit www.Youralumni.com. hosting a drop-in for freshman legacies. More than about upcoming Furman events - To m Triplitt '76 50 people attended, some recognizing each other in your area. Director, Alumni Association from their days at Furman. Legacies also gathered We are also working to tailor for a lunch during Family Weekend in October. our messages to specific audi­ Photo: Th e staff of the Alumni This tradition will continue through graduation, ences. As an example, this year Office looks fo rward to hearing when legacies and their families will attend a lunch­ we were able to produce separate from you. Front, from left: eon with President David Shi. If you or a member of your family is a Furman legacy and you would Homecoming brochures for each Melanie Krone '94, To m Trip /itt like more information about these events, please of our 12 reunion classes, plus '76, Tina Hayes Ballew '78. Back: contact the Alumni Association at 1-800-PURPLE3 a generic mailer for non-reunion Darlene Kleckley, Jane Dungan or by e-mail, [email protected]. alumni. Our hope was to make

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Schoonmaker, professor of 55 66 70 music at Furman, made his Next reunion in 2005 Next reunion in 2006 Next reunion in 2005 New York City debut in June Dee Riles Bielecki has retired Sandra Thomason Greer, Ben Hawkins assumed duties as soloist in the Vaughan as professor of English at professor of chemistry and June 7 as the dean of the Williams piece Five Mystic�/ North Greenville College. chemical engineering at the Lundy Fetterman School of Songs with the New York C1ty She was the college's Com- University of Maryland, was Business at Campbell Univer- Chamber Orchestra. He also mencement speaker in May, awarded the 2004 Francis P. sity in Buies Creek, N.C. He sang for a peace service in St. where she was awarded an Garvan-John M. Olin Medal, was previously vice president Paul's Chapel at Ground Zero. honorary Doctor of Letters which is presented annually of academic affairs and stu- • John Weatherford has been degree. She serves as to a woman chemist who has dent life at Louisiana College. named senior vice president a trustee of the Oconee provided distinguished service and general manager of Public County (S.C.) School Board. to the field of chemistry. • 71 Broadcasting Atlanta. In Having retired after 28 years 2002 he was inducted into the Next reunion in 2006 as a college English professor, prestigious Silver Circle by Ralph Boroughs of Chatta- 56 David Roberts is now pastor the Southeast Regional Chap- Next reunion in 2006 nooga, Tenn., is employed of West Town United Method- ter of the National Academy Ronald Hyatt, a professor of with the Te nnessee Valley ist Church in Albany, Ga. of Television Arts and Sci- exercise and sports science Authority as manager of His pastorate is the first cross- ences for his contributions to at the University of North research projects in power the broadcasting industry. He racial appointment in the S?uth Carolina, has been presented generation and alternati�e Georgia Conference of Umted _ has earned six Emmys and the Order of the Long-Leaf fueled reciprocatmg engmes. Methodists, and his church 1s_ 26 Te llys for broadcasting Pine for his leadership and the only African-American excellence. dedication to the advancement United Methodist church in 72 of fitness. The award is the south Georgia. Next reunion in 2007 state of North Carolina's most 75 Fran Smith Ligler, senior prestigious award for service. Next reunion in 2005 scientist for biosensors and MARRIAGE: Jane Jordan 67 biomaterials at the Naval Next reunion in 2007 and Richard Casavant, Jr., Research Laboratory's Center 62 Fred Lacey of Griffin, Ga., November 2003. Jane is the Next reunion in 2007 for Bio/Molecular Science is the lead psychologist in deputy general counsel/chief Bob Garrick, president of and Engineering in Washing- Griffin/Spalding County health counsel for Emory G&G Furniture, Inc., received ton, D.C., was recipient of the schools. He is also an adjunct University in Atlanta. the Small Business/Person of 2003 Presidential Rank Award faculty member at Mercer Uni- Richard is dean of the College the Quarter Award for the of Distinguished Senior Pro- versity, is part-time minister of Business at the University second quarter of 2004 from fe ssional. A former member of music for a Griffin church of Tennessee-Chattanooga the Orangeburg County (S.C.) of the Furman board of trust- and is in private practice as and also serves on the Chamber of Commerce. ees she is a pioneer in the a licensed professional Hamilton County (Tenn.) de;elopment of ultra-sensitive counselor. Commission. antibody-based detection sys- 64 terns for detecting biological Next reunion in 2009 agents. 76 Florida Tr end Magazine 69 Next reunion in 2009 Next reunion in 2006 named John P. Cardillo one The board of trustees of the Dianne Benham Mitchell of the top 1.6 percent of the 73 O'Neal School in Southern of Greer, S.C., has served 55,000 lawyers practlcmg_ _ Next reunion in 2008 Pines, N.C., has named John as president of the Gre�nville in the state. He was included Thomas "Bo" Carter has been Neiswender its next head- County Swim Assoc1at10n in the "Civil Trial" category. named chief executive officer master. He has been head- Invitational League (SAIL) • Claire Winkler, the driving of the Bank of Pensacola, master at the Pingry School each of the past two years. fo rce behind the creation of a Synovus affiliate. He h�s in New Jersey since 2000. • SAIL consists of 37 teams and Sharonview Credit Union in been president of the Flonda Nan Herring Scott has retired almost 3,500 young swimmers. an area of Greenville that bank since 2001 and was after 31 years on the faculty • Michael Williams, professor had been without banking previously chair, president of Oregon State University, of music and director of services, received the Sertoma . and chief executive officer where she was head academ1c percussion studies at �inthrop Club's Service to Mankind for First American Bank advisor and senior instructor University in Rock H1ll, S.C., Award for 2004. of Pensacola, N.A. • Nancy in the Department of Crop and was named the school's 2004 Ponder Newman of Southlake, Soil Science. Distinguished Professor. The Texas, is employed by SBC highest honor Winthrop be- Services, Inc. • Bruce stows upon a faculty member,

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the award recognizes superior Fellow and received $2,000 in secure e-messaging, e-prescrib­ Dorman High School Jazz skill in teaching, significant recognition of superior artistic ing and e-transaction applica­ Ensemble, and jazz events research or creative effort, merit. She was a finalist for tions and services based in chairman for the South Caro­ high standing among profes­ the 2004 Reynolds Price Dallas, Texas, has named lina Band Directors Associa­ sional colleagues and general Short Fiction Award. Brent Sanders vice president tion. Jean MacCallum is the service to the university. of sales for care delivery. He donor recruitment representa­ ADOPTION: Carolyn Ann 80 previously was vice president tive for the American Red Norris and Roger Velasquez, and chief business develop­ Cross at Fort Jackson, S.C. Next reunion in 2005 a son, Alexander Norris ment officer for IntegriMED. She coordinates blood drives Ellen Center Demetree has Ve lasquez, November 10, Robert Spessard of Alpha­ on post for South Carolina been elected to the board of 2003, Izmail, Ukraine. Ann retta, Ga., is an executive vice Blood Services. Elizabeth trustees of Trinity Prep School is a reading recovery teacher president with Solarcom. Schwab McGinnis and her in Winter Park, Fla. After in the San Diego (Calif.) Sherman Woodson of Green­ family now live in Moody, serving as department chair, School District and Roger ville is a health and safety Ala., after returning to the division chair and associate is pastor of Trinity United consultant with Pinnacle States from Budapest, dean at Chatham College in Methodist Church. Consulting Group. Hungary. She works with Pittsburgh, Pa., Lisa Cain Church Resource Ministries. Lambert has returned full MARRIAGE: Sarah 77 time to the faculty of the 84 Adele Keller and John Charles Next reunion in 2007 school's biology department. Next reunion in 2009 Monson, June 19. They live Mike Gibbs of Simpsonville, Kevin Miller has his own G. Allen Barbee, a member in Simpsonville, S.C. S.C., is director of auxiliary law firm in Spartanburg, S.C. of the music faculty of North enterprises at Greenville Georgia College and State Technical College. Steve 82 University, has been awarded Wilson, defensive coordinator an honorary Ph.D. in education Next reunion in 2007 for the Furman football team, from Suffield University. He Brenda Kuhfuss (M.A.) was has been named a charter is music director of the newly recently named Greenville member of the Northeast formed Peachtree Symphonic County Schools Te acher of Georgia History Center's Winds. Robyn Hood Black's James H. Simkins, Jr. '78, president; the Ye ar. A special education Sports Hall of Fame in his first children's book, Sir Mike, Steven B. Smith '83, president elect; teacher, she taught in Pickens hometown of Gainesville. is scheduled to be released in Harriet Arnold Wilburn '74, vice presi­ County, S.C., for 22 years the fall of 2005 as a Rookie dent; Pamela Underwood Thomason before moving to Greenville Reader from Children's Press, '76, past president; Rebecca Hood 79 County seven years ago. a division of Scholastic. Becherer '89; Venita Ty us Billingslea Next reunion in 2009 Dale Williams of Westfield, Sandra McAllister Winter of '81 ; Randolph Williams Blackwell '63; Saks Incorporated has pro­ N.J., is director of business Atlanta was appointed to the J. Chris Brown '89; Rosalie Manly moted Doug DiPrima of Bir­ development with Watson Georgia Board of Real Estate Burnett '49; H. Furman Cantrell '61 ; mingham, Ala., to the newly Pharmaceuticals. Appraisers by Gov. Sonny John R. Cassady '62; David S. Cobb created post of executive vice '90; Allen Cothran '01 ; Catherine Perdue. She is a principal at president of merchandising for Hunter Hightower '55; Elizabeth Jean 83 Novogradac & Co., a public Parisian. Doug, who has been Howard '81 ; George L. Johnson '68; Next reunion in 2008 accounting firm. The First with Parisian since 1986, has Vicki Bieksha Johnson '93; William A. Wayne Blank has become the National Bank of Spartanburg, been a senior vice president Lampley '41 ; Charles W. Linder '59; corporate compliance officer S.C., has promoted David and held various merchandis­ Clare Folio Morris '83; Paul B. Nix, Jr. for MedQuest in Atlanta. Zabriskie to executive vice ing positions. David '77; James G. Revels, Jr. '62; Ginger MedQuest operates approxi­ president. He previously Kissinger lives in Riverside, Malone Sauls '75; David M. Schilli '85; mately 100 diagnostic imag­ served as bank examiner under Calif., and works as an Catherine Rakestraw Smith '92; Mickey ing centers throughout the the Office of the Comptroller information systems analyst A. Walker '55; Davin K. Welter '89. country. Vernon Dunbar of the Currency and the Office and central security officer is managing shareholder with of Thrift Supervision. in the Office of Information Ex-Officio and Other Members: the recently opened Greenville BIRTH: Ben and Michelle Te chnology of the Los Angeles David E. Shi '73, president; Donald J. office of Turner, Padget, Wyman, a daughter, Brenna County Department of Public Lineback, vice president for develop­ Graham & Laney PA. He Margaret, February 11. Ben Social Services. Bruce ment; Tom Triplitt '76, director of practices in the areas of is an assistant county attorney Lancaster of Alpharetta, Ga., Alumni Association; Jane Dungan, corporate and commercial has been promoted to director in Louisville, Ky. associate director of Alumni Associa­ business litigation, employ­ of operations quality within tion; Melanie Krone '94, associate ment law and workers' the Wireless Division of 85 director of Alumni Association; compensation. Fred Lyda Matthew Miller '99, president, Yo ung Norte! Networks. He has been Next reunion in 2005 is pastor of HopeWay Church Alumni Council; Elizabeth Pelletier '05, with Norte! for 20 years. Jeff Kuntz of Roebuck, S.C., in Simpsonville, S.C., a new president, Student Alumni Council; Brenda Crain McClain of is interim director of bands congregation. He has pastored Benton Pitkanen '05, president, Asso­ Edisto Island, S.C., was at Converse College. He is two other churches in the ciation of Furman Students; Chase chosen the 2005 South Caro­ also director of bands at Gable Greenville area. Zix Corpo­ Samples '05, president, Senior Class. lina Arts Commission's Prose Middle School, director of the ration, a global provider of

36 and intellectual property 86 88 group, recently participated 91 Next reunion in 2006 Next reunion in 2008 in a Commercial Documents Next reunion in 2006 Meryl Hammett Cook, fo rmer Patrick Burnette is a network Series presented by the Ralph Davis of Knoxville, owner of PIP Printing on engineer and deputy program Pennsylvania Bar Institute. Te nn., works for Scripps Mauldin Road in Greenville, manager for the SPAWAR Davin Welter is now assistant Networks helping manage joined PIP Printing and Docu­ Systems Center in Charleston, director of corporate and fo un­ and maintain the Web sites ment Services on Laurens S.C. The city of Greenville dation relations in the develop­ for Home & Garden Tele­ Road as account executive has appointed John Castile ment office at the University vision, DIY (Do It Yourself when the two companies assistant city manager. He of Georgia. BIRTHS: Network) and Fine Living merged in July. Furman assists in day-to-day manage­ Louis, Jr., and Susan Middour Network. James Downs football coach Bobby Lamb, ment of city operations, helps Cooper, a daughter, Dorothy is vice president of retail a native of Commerce, Ga., form policy recommendations Gracie-Ann, April 30, Neeses, development with Crosland, has been named a charter and interacts with local organi­ S.C. Rob and Sandy Inc., in Charlotte, N.C. Julia member of the Northeast zations. Bret Clark is an Martinez Little, a daughter, Frierson Freeman, special pro­ Georgia History Center's associate professor of biology Gabrielle Daniela, March 18, jects manager for the Florida Sports Hall of Fame in at Newberry (S.C.) College. Oviedo, Fla. Association of Insurance Gainesville. MARRIAGE: Scot Sherman, a senior Agents in West Palm Beach, Jean Margaret Smith and Skip design associate with Robert 90 recently edited "From Cartels Card, April 24. They live in C. Weed Design, Inc., in Next reunion in 2005 to Competition: The Evolu­ New York City where he is Ponte Vedra Beach, Fla., has Jeff Browne of Gray, Ga., has tion of Insurance and the His­ an outdoor writer and she been elected the newest started a civil engineering tory of Florida's Independent is senior vice president of associate member of the firm, Browne and Company, Insurance Agent." Christine public affairs and administra­ prestigious American Society LLC. Learning the Code: Judd O'Donnell has become tion at Nickelodeon, TV Land of Golf Course Architects. A Method for Piano Study, the public relations manager for and Spike TV. BIRTH: His work on White Manor first book by James Lee King, the Hillsborough Education Thomas and Cindy Davis Country Club in Pennsylvania has been released on-line. Foundation in Tampa, Fla. Weathers, a daughter, Holly was chosen "Renovation of the Lee is executive director of She continues her involvement Christine, July 30. Cindy Ye ar" by GolfInc. magazine. the North Miami (Fla.) in international equestrian is co-founder and director BIRTH: Tommy and Conservatory of Music. sports, serving as executive of marketing at Palmetto Jen Brandt Little, a son, Matt Puckett, vice president secretary for both the U.S. International Preparatory Thomas Michael, Jr., August with the Willis of South Saddle Seat Equitation World School in Greenville. 5, Tampa, Fla. Carolina insurance firm, has Cup and the International been named to the Greenville Saddle Seat Equitation Asso­ 87 89 advisory board of Carolina ciation. MARRIAGES: Michael Bellon and Julia Next reunion in 2007 Next reunion in 2009 First Bank. In May, Jon Katherine Eccles, July 10, Christopher and Jennifer Air Force major Jay Burks Smith received his Ph.D. in Columbia, S.C. Mark Palmer '89 Brasher live in was named the Colorado applied theology from South­ Everson and Sara Michaels, Alpharetta, Ga. Jennifer is Yo ung Healthcare Executive eastern Baptist Theological June 5. They live in Farming­ an actuary with Towers Perrin of the Ye ar by the American Seminary. ADOPTION: ton, N.M. BIRTHS: Evan and Christopher is senior College of Health care Execu­ Chad and Tammy Fetzer, and Shannon Brooks, a son, assistant attorney general tives. He is the chief financial a son, Jonathan, October 2003. Wyatt, October 17, 2003. for the State of Georgia. officer at the Air Force Acad­ They live in Ardmore, Okla. They live in Denver, Colo., David Conrady, fo rmerly head emy Hospital and is active BIRTHS: William and where Evan is a medical basketball coach at Newberry with the Susan G. Kamen Asheley Dillard Kotis, a son, device consultant. Jonathan (S.C.) College, is now an Breast Cancer Foundation. Alexander William, February and Monica Webster Bolen assistant coach at the Raymond Elder has been 25, Greensboro, N.C. Dave Curd, twins, a son, William University of Tennessee­ called as pastor of Euhaw and Kristen Boudreaux Randolph, and a daughter, Chattanooga. Susan Baptist Church in Graham­ Maxfield, a daughter, Juliette, Isabelle Cosette, February Solomon Simmons of Long ville, S.C. Euhaw is one of May 6, Columbia, S.C. 12. They live in Dallas, Valley, N.J., is a flight the oldest churches in Jasper Jason and Elizabeth Ouzts Texas. Patrick and Michelle attendant with Delta Air County, tracing its roots to Ouzts, a daughter, Madeline Rossmiller Guckeen, a daugh­ Lines . • BIRTHS: Robert the 1740s. Chris and Lynn Claire, November 25, 2003, ter, Emily Rose, April 18, and Stacy Carr Oakley, a Miller Holcombe have moved Charlotte, N.C. Elizabeth is Coon Rapids, Minn. Michelle daughter, Noelle Frances, to Brentwood, Tenn., where a systems developer and is a commercial loan opera­ January 22, Durham, N.C. Chris works with the VF relationship manager with tions project manager with Jeff and Becky Takac, Corporation. Deborah TIAA-CREF. Landon and U.S. Bank. Jack and Tricia a son, Micah, July 5, Macon, Landan Spranger, an attorney Deanna Quattlebaum, a son, Perkins Harrell, a son, Troy Ga. Jeff is director of housing with Saul Ewing LLP in Har­ Landon Yates, October 3, Coley, June 2, Lawrenceville, and residence life at Mercer risburg, Pa., and chair of the 2003, Greer, S.C. Ga. Reed and Susan Hunt, University. firm's technology transactions a daughter, Reagan Elizabeth,

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July 24. Reed is production Grace, October 6, 2003, in the first Graduate Student in Due West, S.C. • After manager for Rotec North Charleston, S.C. • Brad and Symposium held by the Uni- three years as an English as America in Asheville, N.C. Allison Cunfer Early, a daugh- versity of Georgia Savannah a Foreign Language teacher • Kevin and Jane Nolan ter, Sarah Jane, December 29, River Ecology Laboratory, in Shanghai, China, Sarah McBride, a son, Hunter 2003, Boise, Idaho. • John where she is studying for her Jarboe now lives in Lexing- Lawrence, February 8. Jane and Patty Velado Hermanson, Ph.D. She took second place ton, Ky. • David Kelley, is director of the Life Center a daughter, Phoebe Jensen, (platform presentation) for her director of music at Concordia of the Greenville Hospital May 14, Marshalltown, Iowa. "Translocation as a conserva- Lutheran Church in Wilming- System. • Mike and Angie • Kurt and Lillie Leckey tion tool: Repatriation of ton, Del., has been awarded McMahan Mitlehner, a daugh- McPherson, a daughter, gopher tortoises ( Gopherus the Choir Master (Ch.M.) ter, Jennifer Elise, April 16. Sophie Katherine, June 8, polyphemus) to a formerly certificate by the American Angie is a statistician with Tampa, Fla. • Craig and occupied site." She has also Guild of Organists, the national Intel Corporation in Portland, Angie Morris, a son, Judge coordinated a National Parks professional association Ore. • Matthew and Diane Kincade, June 8. Craig is survey of reptiles and amphi- serving the organ and choral Russell Reilly, a daughter, a partner in the Daniell, bians in the Southeastern music fields. • Chad Simmons Samantha Ann, June 4, Dun- Upton, Perry & Morris law parks . • MARRIAGE: of Hoover, Ala., is a licensed woody, Ga. • Mark and Clay firm in Daphne, Ala. • Scott Libbey Olsen and Nathaniel financial planner with Pri- Sasser Timbes, a daughter, and Carol Len Frist Portis, a Wade, June 11. She is pursu- merica Financial Services. Anna Clare, March 31, daughter, Crissa Armistead, ing a master's degree in coun- • MARRIAGES: Alec Columbia, S.C. February 24, Nashville, Te nn. seling at Drake University and Taylor Brown Davis and Lisa • Christopher and Char he is professor of psychology Monique Byrd, July 17. They 92 Rhoads, a son, Conner at Iowa State University. They live in Greenville where they Douglas, October 17, 2003. live in Ames, Iowa. • BIRTHS: are employed by N&H Enter- Next reunion in 2007 Christopher is an attorney Chapin and Anne Marie prises, Inc. • Vera Elizabeth Michael Bell of Baltimore, with Rhoads & Rhoads, PSC, Williamson Frazee, Woods and Marshall Joseph Md., is an analyst with McNeil a son, in Owensboro, Ky. • Chris Wyatt Fremont, May 13, Collins III, July 31. She is Te chnologies. • Tommy and Hickey and Paige Snider, Tallahassee, Fla. • Alan and a counselor in the Charlotte- Katie Clerkin Benston have a daughter, Stella Grace, July Suzanne Brewer Harmon, Mecklenburg (N.C.) Schools moved to Charlotte, N.C., 4, Philadelphia. • Tom and a son, Daniel Brewer, March and he is a vice president at where he is director of market- Hollie Sherman Vollmar, a son, 21, Columbia, S.C. • Tradd Acosta Sales and Marketing. ing for Yerian Technologies, Noah Maxson, May 26, Harter, • BIRTHS: Jay and Wendy a software company, and she and Betsy a son, Aidan Greenville. Jacks Caudill, a daughter, is director of development for Reeves, February 3, Watkins- ville, Ga. • Ivan and Sharon Grace Napier, March 3. They Goodwill Industries. • Jason Satterfield Pegram, live in Naples, Fla. Jay has Ford, an English teacher at 93 '94 a son, Duncan Quinn, December 20, fo rmed his own law firm, Fort Mill (S.C.) High School, Next reunion in 2008 2003, Los Alamos, N.M. • Morrison and Caudill, P.L. • was named the York County Jeff Eggen has been promoted Christian and Leann Hardison Brian and Lori Green, a son, District 4 Te acher of the Ye ar. to Asia Pacific regional Roberson, a daughter, Zachary Benjamin, July 27. • Robin and Clarissa Wright manager for Ford Motor Elizabeth Ann, February 19, Brian is in his fourth year Fowler are owners of Fowler Company Export Operations. Winder, Ga. • Mark and of a radiology residency at & Grant Engineering, Inc., He is based in Bangkok. • Katherine Elgar Wisneski, the University of Missouri in Mauldin, S.C. • Sandra Patrick Brian Giles of Alpha- a daughter, Kate Frances, in Columbia. • Boh and Mack Scott of Taylors, S.C., retta, Ga., has joined Needle April 13, Marietta, Ga. Millicent Weldon Ruffin, a son, is a senior sales representative & Rosenberg, an Atlanta- Boh Asad, September 2, 2003, for Eli Lilly & Company. • based law firm fo cusing on Painted Post, N.Y. • Mike and MARRIAGES: Jane Keith intellectual property law. He 94 Leigh Gauthier Savage, a daugh- and Geoffrey Wayne Fritts, is a science advisor in the Next reunion in 2009 ter, Audrey Parker, July 30, March 27. She is a media biotechnology practice group. Jenny Howell Baldwin of Greenville. • Robert and Ann specialist at Ford Elementary • Alfred Dwayne Jenkins has Lawrenceville, Ga., is an Loner Weatherly, a daughter, School and he is a chemical joined the staff of the M.D. instructor with YogaFit Madeline Celese, June 12, engineer with Milliken Anderson Cancer Center in Training Systems Worldwide. Marietta, Ga. Ann completed Chemicals. They live in Orlando, Fla. Holder of an • John Denning II has earned her M.B.A. degree at Kenne- Boiling Springs, S.C. • Jill M.D. degree from the Medical a Ph.D. in clinical psychology saw State University in May. Wood and Robert Jefferson, University of South Carolina, from Louisiana State University • Elliott and Cynthia Merrill April 24. They live in he is a specialist in gyneco- and begun a two-year post- Wheeler, a son, Jack Elliott, Smyrna, Ga . • BIRTHS: logical cancers. • Scott Kesler doctoral fellowship in neuro- May 19, Parker, Colo. Steven and Robyn Bryant, has become pastor of Red psychology in the Department a daughter, Caroline, June 7, Mountain Church in Birming- of Physical Medicine and Houston, Texas. • Christopher ham, Ala. • Sherrie Altman Rehabilitation of Johns 95 and Ellen Buettner, a daughter, Shaver of Jackson, Tenn., is Hopkins University Hospital Next reunion in 2005 Sophia Marie, May 31, New a teacher at Calvary Baptist in Baltimore, Md. • Greg Billy Yeargin Cothran Ill has York. • Robert and Tiffannie Church Preschool. • Tracey Haselden was recently named joined the Spartanburg, S.C., Clifford, a daughter, Anna Tuberville recently competed controller at Erskine College Water System and Sanitary

38 Pet project Schweitzer Fello wship supports Hallberg's work

As a child, Rachel Hallberg found hospital and a school for children with consolation during her parents' divorce physical disabilities, she developed by spending hours alone with her Welsh nature-based programs for individuals with Corgi. She recalls how, in sharing her limited access to the outdoors. She also thoughts and fears with her pet, she was conducted research into clinical evidence in turn reassured by its unconditional love. that could strengthen AAI's grant Years later, while working in an orphan­ proposals, raised funds and prepared age in Romania with the International informational materials for AAI volunteers. Children's Advocacy Network, Hallberg Hallberg worked with everything from observed how a group of children who had dogs to chinchillas, hedgehogs, hermit been emotionally and physically abused crabs, worms, a praying mantis, eels and because they were HIV positive suddenly turtles. The idea, she says, was to bring developed feelings of confidence and entire "environments" to the areas she security after adopting two stray dogs visited - for example, plants, rocks, sand, as their own. shells and water might be used to Says Hallberg, a 2003 Furman grad­ assemble a beach, along with related uate, "I've seen countless examples of animals (like lobsters). Music, poetry and ways that animals can offer friendship, art helped set the mood and connect the trust, loyalty and joy in situations otherwise participants to the environment. Other Rachel Hallberg with her friend Pete. devoid of such emotions." types of animals would also be brought Over the summer, Hallberg, a graduate in to interact directly with patients. children with special needs develop skills student at the Sargent College of Health "I think animals possess a therapeutic for living." and Rehabilitation Sciences at Boston value that is underappreciated in typical Hallberg, who is from Greenville, N.C., University, was able to combine her medical and educational settings," says is scheduled to receive her master's vocational interest in occupational therapy Hallberg. "They often bring back mem­ degree in May, then engage in two three­ with her love for animals and the outdoors ories of past pets to people who have month clinical affiliations (in Atlanta and in thanks to the support of a prestigious memory impairments and of familiar Kinston, N.C.) before taking the national Albert Schweitzer Fellowship. Each year, experiences to people completely examination and becoming a licensed approximately 125 graduate students from removed from their homes." occupational therapist. As a Schweitzer a wide range of schools are named At Furman, Hallberg says her voca­ "Fellow for Life," she will attend monthly Schweitzer Fellows and receive funding to tional plans were fueled in part by her meetings through April and participate in design and implement community service volunteer efforts with the Heller Collegiate fellowship service days and public health projects that address specific health Educational Service Corps, where she symposia. needs. worked with children and adults with Ultimately, she hopes to train and Hallberg, who majored in health and disabilities. She adds, "I learned about match service/companion dogs for exercise science at Furman, worked with occupational therapy through an internship children with physical disabilities. She Animals As Intermediaries, a non-profit with the Kidnetics pediatric therapy adds, "I would also love to work with a organization in Concord, Mass., that program of the Greenville Hospital System. therapy dog to offer services for post­ encourages interaction between people When I taught swimming to a child with institutionalized children adopted from with physical and psychological disabilities profound physical and cognitive disabilities other countries." and the natural world. Working in nursing for my motor development course, I knew - Jim Stewart homes, adult day centers, a veteran's I wanted to pursue pediatric OT and help

Sewer District as an engineer­ enterology and nutrition at Center. . BIRTHS: Dan and transportation group. • Chad ing associate. • Robyn Children's Hospital of Wis­ Anne Yaggy Bishop, a daugh­ and Ginna Lister, a son, Bennett Guy of Cumming, Ga., consin and is conducting ter, Daniell a Paige, October 9, Cameron Smith Lister, May is a quality assurance research in obesity genetics. 2003. They live in Sandwich, 23, Easley, S.C. Chad has supervisor fo r T-Mobile in the • Stephanne Cline Thornton Mass.; she is an English teacher become head basketball coach software development depart­ of Lakewood, Colo., is an and he flies for the U.S. Coast at North Greenville College. ment. • Jeff Sexton has been assistant program manager Guard. • Thornand Michelle • Matt and Amy McKibbin, promoted to maintenance/ with the Mental Health Martin Burnett, a daughter, a son, Joshua Matthew, April overhauls manager with Lucite Corporation of Denver, Inc. Lucia Joy, May 12. They now 26, Tallahassee, Fla. Matt is International and has been She manages case managers live in Greenville. • Bill and an educational consultant at transferred to Beaumont, and provides therapy for the Christi Steffes Coverston, the University of Florida. • Texas. • Joey and Kristen mentally ill. . MARRIAGE: a son, Ryan, May 11, 2003, Jeff and Suzanne Schwerin Patterson Skelton live in Derek Peter Van Veen and Charlotte, N.C. Christi re ceived Meece, a daughter, Heather Milwaukee, where she is Jennifer Lynn Wallace, July her M.B.A. degree from the Elizabeth, April 14, Greer, a clinical pharmacist at St. 17. Both work in Greenville, University of North Carolina­ S.C. Jay and Cathie Zachar Luke's Medical Center. He she as a legal recruiter at BCG Charlotte and works with Rowzie, a daughter, Sarah is a fellow in pediatric gastro- Attorney Search and he as Bank of America as an opera­ Katherine, May 5, South clinical director at The Laser tions project manager for the Riding, Va. • Neil and Heather

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Maginnis, August 2, 2003, Baton Rouge, La. They live Travel opportunities for alumni in Savannah, Ga., where he is product manager and The first Alumni Association-sponsored Then there's the chance to step national sales specialist for Furman Ski Trip will be March 2-6, 2005, back into the golden age of ocean travel Brasseler USA and she is an enrollment manager for the in Park City, Utah, home of the 2002 aboard the beautiful Queen Mary2. Savannah College of Art & Winter Olympics. Furman and Converse College have Design. BIRTHS: David Besides having some of the best joined forces to offer a cruise from and Laura Carriere Axelson, snow conditions in the country, Park Southampton, England, to New York a daughter, Margaret Eva, City has great shops, dining and night­ City June 26-July 2, 2005. The schools January 19, Atlanta. • Arthur life. Spend four nights at the Sundial have reserved 90 staterooms for the and Margaret Ladson Barbee, Lodge and enjoy skiing, a sleigh ride trip. a daughter, Mary Margaret, dinner and much more. For information For packages and rate information January 30, Peachtree City, and costs, visit www.furman.edu/alumni (including one-way flight to London), Ga. • Randy and Alice Fry and click on the Furman ski trip link, visit http://furman.travelasp.com or call Shepley, a son, Samuel caii 1-800-PURPLE3 (787-7533), or Piedmont Travel at (864) 232-6716 or Benjamin, October 18, 2003. Alice is a part-time lecturer in e-mail [email protected]. 1-800-547-6877. Spanish at the University of North Carolina-Wilmington, and Randy is fo unding pastor of North Wilmington Com­ Dawkins '96 Stalker, a son, Bobby is a government and degree in school counseling munity Church. • Dave and Colin Harrison, May 5, economics teacher at Mauldin in June and Matt has begun Claire Narvaez Singletary, Marietta, Ga. Neil is district (S.C.) High School. • Simon work toward his master's a daughter, Elise Christine, manager with Penton Media. Crowe of Greenville frequently degree in ministry at John January 6, Columbia, S.C. • Scott and Heather Summers, performs with the Upstate Brown University. • Joy • Allen and Laurie Blossom a son, Carter Nolan, January Shakespeare Festival and Pistolis Rambo is director of Tubbs, a son, Matthew Allen, 2, Greenville. Scott is a recently completed his first sales for Holiday Inn Express April 7, Atlanta. • Rob special agent with the U.S. original screenplay. • "The in Greenville. • Angie Avard and Britt Riedl Young, a Secret Service. • Mark and Voiceless," an exhibit of Turner of Pelham, Ga., operates daughter, Calla Hala'i, Lori Kern Wittschen, a daugh- photographs by Ted Haddock, her own wholesale and retail June 18, Honolulu, Hawaii. ter, Emma Grace, June 4, was on display September 10- company. • Sarah Webb Orlando, Fla. October 10 at Genema Gallery graduated from Indiana Uni- in Atlanta. The exhibit high- versity in April with a Ph.D. 97 Next reunion in 2007 lighted Te d's work with Inter- in chemistry. She lives in 96 Arthur Christy of Suffolk, Va., national Justice Mission (IJM), New York where she works Next reunion in 2006 is a fo rensic scientist with the a Washington, D.C.-based as an editorial intern/science Bonnie Baker, a medical Commonwealth of Virginia. human rights agency that journalist with Discover student at the University of • Amber Haselden Griffin of fights abuse and oppression. magazine . • MARRIAGES: Rochester in New York, is Monroe, N.C., recently joined Te d, who was profiled in the Paula Baxter and Philip in Uganda for the 2004-05 Bank of America as a Six Fall 2002 issue of Furman Johnson, Jr., June 12. She school year as one of the first Sigma Black Belt/Change magazine, is communications is a pediatrician in Alabaster, recipients of a Fogarty-Ellison Consultant for quality and manager and photographer for Ala. • Dan Lepori and Jen Fellowship in Global Health productivity initiatives. In IJM. • Bon Secours St. Francis Freeman, April 24. They live and Clinical Research. The August, she completed her Health System in Greenville in Maywood, N.J. Dan is fellowship is sponsored by the master's degree in project has promoted Maya Helz a contract administrator for Fogarty International Center management from Western Herren to director of planning Pearson Education and Jen of the National Institutes of Carolina University. • Brad for St. Francis. She previously teaches fo urth grade and Health. Bonnie is conducting Harmon has enrolled in the worked for the Greenville coaches track and cross clinical research on tubercu- Ph.D. program in counseling Hospital System and at the country at Ho-Ho-Kus Public losis and HIV. • Bobby Black and student personnel services United Way of Greenville School. • Dana Hess and participated in a four-week at the University of Georgia. County. • Matt and Kelly Daryl Olson, July 31. She Bill and Opal Lamb Middle While completing his studies, Carmack '97 Pohl live in has completed her Master of and High School Te acher he is serving as doctoral intern Bentonville, Ark., where Kelly Divinity degree at Gordon- Fellowship, which took place of staff development and teaches special education in Conwell Theological Seminary at the Washington, D.C. judicial programs for the the Rogers Public Schools. in South Hamilton, Mass., offices of C-SPAN. The Office of University Housing. Matt recently became head where she is coordinator of program is for middle and • Elizabeth Holt has become band director for Shiloh seminars. He is a student at high school teachers who have a trial attorney at the U.S. Christian School in Spring- Gordon-Conwell. • James demonstrated creative use of Department of Justice, Civil dale. Kelly received her M.S. McCurry and Kendall C-SPAN in the classroom.

40 Division, Commercial Litiga­ Howard lives in Tacoma, Wash., Kleckley has earned her M.B.A. Beaverton, Ore., and he works tion Branch, National Courts and works as regional director degree from the Darla Moore as a senior process engineer Section in Washington, D.C. of the state's Democratic School of Business at the Uni­ with Intel. He also defended She previously worked with Party. Jeff Muehlhauser of versity of South Carolina. his Ph.D. thesis in inorganic Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Dunwoody, Ga., is financial Jenny Oster is preventive pro­ chemistry in March. Feld LLP in Washington. operations analyst for Home gram coordinator in WorkWell Margaret Slowikowski and Bart Petrini graduated from Depot, Inc. Bryant Phillips Occupational Health Services Ben Smith, May 15. They live medical school at the Uni­ and his wife, Kelley, have at Bon Secours St. Francis in Hixson, Te nn. She works versity of Texas Medical opened their own animal Health System in Greenville. in the human resources depart­ Branch in Galveston and is hospital in Travelers Rest, • Jeff Russell is regional ment of Medical Management remaining there for his radi­ S.C. Seth Ramaley of Greer, sales manager with CTI Group Professionals, Inc., and he has ology residency training. S.C., is a hydrogeologist with Adventures in Asheville, N.C. finished his fourth year at the Alan Sanders of Thomasville, Arcadis. Chris Scharver • Brooke Sprouse completed University of Tennessee Ga., is a dentist in private works in the sensory motor her master's degree in geology Medical School and started practice . • MARRIAGES: performance program at the at the University of Florida his transitional residency year. Heather Griffin and Jerry Rehabilitation Institute of and is working as a field Parker Smith and Meredith Kanipe, April 3. They live Chicago. He is involved in scientist with CBM Environ­ Buckner, April 17. She is a in Inman, S.C. Caryn research investigating stroke mental Services in Charlotte, speech language pathologist Livingston and Geoff Gardner, rehabilitation with robotics N.C. Jeff Wadley of Long­ in Charleston County (S.C.) May 3, 2003. They live in and virtual reality. wood, Fla., is an investor Schools and he is a corporate Atlanta. Bradd Parton and MARRIAGES: Jack Hayes relations specialist with the sales executive with Data­ Nikki Richardson, June 20. and Hala Harik, June 12, Aurelius Consulting Group. stream Systems. BIRTHS: Bradd is orchestra director Washington, D.C. Austin Christina Marie Wilson Everette and Jenny Seabrook at Laurens (S.C.) District 55 Hood and Sarah Murray, June graduated cum laude from Newland, a son, Garrett High School and Nikki is 19. Austin is an insurance Fordham University School Wayne, May 4, Denton, Texas. associate director of admis­ defense attorney with Brown of Law this summer and works Jeff and Heather Pearch sions at Presbyterian College. and Brehmer in Columbia, for Shearman & Sterling in Phillips, a son, Caden Drake, • BIRTHS: Drew and Sara S.C., and Sarah is a social New York City as a first-year November 12, 2003. They live Brown Fowler, a son, Andrew worker with the South Carolina associate. MARRIAGES: in Gastonia, N.C. Jonathan Hugh, October 4, 2003, Department of Juvenile Justice. Nathalie Bell and Michael and Mary Beth Mitchell Charleston, S.C. Drew is BIRTHS: Burt and Kimber Lankford, June 12. They live Richerson, a daughter, Emily a cardiology fe llow at the Small Arrington, a daughter, in Charlotte, N.C. She is Grace, March 29, Louisville, Medical University of South Tate Marie, May 3, Decatur, administration coordinator for Ky. Mary Beth is a teacher in Carolina. Clint and lora Ga. Kimber is a Certified Hunton & Williams LLP and the Shelby County Schools. Deakins Rogers, a son, Public Accountant with he is the district sales manager John, Jr., and Melanie Carter Benjamin Elisha, December Deloitte & Touche, L.L.P. for Corning Cable Systems. Spatig, a daughter, Martha 24, 2003, Powder Springs, Ga. Ryan and Heather Barton '99 Geoffrey Henderson and Amy Grace, July 4, Vilseck, • Jamie and Christie Pees Thompson, a daughter, Eden Nance, June 26. She is a first Germany. Thomas, a son, Michael Grace, May 6, Charleston, grade teacher and he is in his Howard, April 18, Lexington, S.C. David and Jennifer last year at Reformed Theo­ 00 • Fayette Lisa Turner Weber, a daughter, S.C. and logical Seminary. They live Next reunion in 2005 Benners Williams, a son, Loralei Faith, May 29, in Winter Springs, Fla. Shannon Gullett Blackburn Clearwater, Fla. Stephen long Deborah Fayette Creed IV, December and of Salt Lake City, Utah, is 16, 2003, Dallas, Te xas. Regan '00, August 7. He is a medical resident in psychia­ a 99 graduate student at the Uni­ try at the University of Utah. versity of North Carolina and 98 Next reunion in 2009 Chris Colvin, who has been she is a consultant with Next reunion in 2008 After finishing her internship, athletics administrator for Cohesive Communications. Jennifer Atkinson of Sugar Tara Byer of Durham, N.C., facilities and game operations David Miller and Gloria Liu Hill, Ga., class director of has started a three-year derma­ at Furman for four years, has Sosa, June 11. They live in Georgia Gymnastics Aca­ tology residency at the Uni­ been named assistant athletics Charlotte, N.C. • Peter demy, is in graduate school versity of North Carolina. director for operations. Reid Mueller and Anna Mitchell '02, at Brenau University, studying Stacy Schorr Chandler and her Hawkins is a self-employed July 3. They live in Mauldin, for her teaching certificate husband, Geoffrey, have graphic designer in New York. S.C., where he is a teacher and in elementary education. • moved to Tokyo where she Brink Hinson, a third-year coach at Mauldin High School. Peyton Burke, previously is assistant Pacific editor for law student at the University Kevin O'Brien and Monica a senior account manager at Stars and Stripes, the daily of South Carolina, was an Begley, May 15. They live in the Leslie Agency in Green­ newspaper distributed over­ intern with Gallivan, White Raleigh, N.C. • Holly Routh ville, has been promoted to seas for the U.S. military & Boyd in Greenville this and Jason Nitzsche, May 22. account supervisor. Timothy community. Sarah Hazan summer, working in the areas They live in Atlanta. Dana Hill earned his Ph.D. in poli­ DeBra is working in environ­ of commercial litigation and Schwartz and Patti Smith, tical science from Ohio State mental research in Tampa, professional negligence. • February 7. They live in University in June. • Seth Fla. • Heather lorraine Kelly Robinson Jowers of

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Tucker, Ga., works in institu­ OB/GYN and he in emergency international exchange activi­ coordinator for Blount tional advancement at Emory medicine. • Larry Kerns, Jr., ties. • Shane Golden of Bir­ Memorial Wellness Center University. K.C. Petillo, who and Tamiah Butler, April 24. mingham, Ala., received and she is a graduate is attending Albany (N.Y.) Stephen Craig Martin and a Master of Science degree gemologist with Bristol and Law School, worked this Eden Bethea Kellett, July 24. in forensic sciences from the Bragg. • Chris Phillips and summer as an associate with He is an attorney at Jackson University of Alabama. He Katherine Davis, June 25. Cahill Gordon & Reindel LLP Lewis LLP in Greenville and works with the Alabama De­ Chris attends the University in New York City. • Kristin she is a physical therapist. • partment of Forensic Sciences of South Carolina School of Rakness Riddle is an employ­ Gil McSwain and Anna in the Implied Consent Unit. Medicine, with plans to pursue ment tax consultant with Geraldson, June 12. They • Ryan Smith was scheduled an internal medicine residency. PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP live in Bradenton, Fla., where to graduate with high honors Katherine works in children's in Atlanta. Lanier Swann he is an employee leasing from the Dallas (Texas) ministry programs at Shandon is a speechwriter for North consultant with Moore Theological Seminary this Baptist Church in Columbia. Carolina senator Elizabeth Employer Solutions. • Emily summer with a Master of Arts • Ashleigh Smith and Preston Dole. Before moving to the Smith and Michael White, degree in biblical studies. • Powers, September 27, 2003. Senate, she worked as com­ April 24. They live in MARRIAGES: Kathryn Ashleigh completed her munications director for Durham, N.C. • Allison Stack Connors and William Johnson, Master of Arts degree in a U.S. Congressman. • and Patrick Nugent, June 26. July 26, 2003. They live in political science at the MARRIAGES: Melissa They live in Alexandria, Va. Charlotte, N.C. • Kelly University of North Carolina Anderson and Scott Ostendorf, • BIRTHS: Mathew and Dockter and Mark Higgins, and is now teaching at the April l7. They live in Min­ Brooke Bell Bair, a son, April 24. They live in university and working on her neapolis, Minn., where she Landon Mathew, September 3, Alpharetta, Ga. • Brandon doctoral dissertation in poli­ is a cardio metabolic sales 2003. Mathew is a sixth grade Christian Drafts and Katherine tical psychology. Joshua specialist with Novartis teacher at North Side Middle Michelle Fey '02, July 2. She Vann and Tracy Thompson '02. Pharmaceuticals. • Lindsay School in Anderson, Ind., and is a financial center manager They live in Rock Hill, S.C., Austin and Ryan MacDonald, Brooke is a customer relation­ with Wachovia and he is where he is employed by March 27, Atlanta. • Julie ship manager for Healthx in enrolled in the M.D. program Morton & Gettys. She attends Elaine Brockman and Andrew Indianapolis. Chris and at the University of South Wake Forest School of Law. Thomas Smart, June 12. She Bethany Barnette Hansz, Carolina School of Medicine. BIRTH: Lukas and Heike is a first grade teacher at Plain a son, William Harwood, • Christopher Helps and Kamieniecki, a son, Luca, May Elementary School and he is March 16, Greenville. Stacey Restrepo, May 30. 7. They live in Greer, S.C. president of Duke Sandwich James and Candace Cuddy Both attend Nova South­ Lukas is training director for Company in Greenville. • Williams, a son, Camden eastern University in Fort United Healthcare. Ginny Carroll and Thomas Michael, July 3. James is in Lauderdale, Fla., where Stacey Herrick, June 12. They live dental school at the University is in medical school and Chris 02 in Knoxville, Te nn. • Martha of Florida in Gainesville, is pursuing a master's degree Next reunion in 2007 Davis and Bradley King, May where Candace earned her in marine biology and coastal Megan Dunigan received her 15. They live in Chapel Hill, master's degree in physical zone management. • Ky lie master's degree in computer N.C. • Katherine Elizabeth therapy. Inman and Brian Holladay '03, science from the University Gamble and Ewing Clarke May 14. They live in Durham, of North Carolina in May Russell, May 22. They live N.C., where both attend Duke 01 and accepted a job in Raleigh, in Charlotte, N.C., where she University School of Law. • Next reunion in 2006 N.C., as management analyst works for Keller Williams Kendra Johnson and Wayne Nicole Baugh, who majored in with BearingPoint Inc., Realty. • Elizabeth Head and Dennis, August 2003. They music at Furman, has earned a worldwide consulting Mark Lamback, July 10. Both live in Greenville where they an undergraduate degree in company. • Beth Grabenkort are on the faculty of Holy work for Milliken & Company. physics from Augusta (Ga.) teaches seventh grade English Innocents' Episcopal School • John Alexander Miller and State University. She is now at Perimeter Christian School in Atlanta. Matthew Paul Elizabeth Anne Sarratt '03, working toward a Ph.D. in in Duluth, Ga., and also works Head and Caroline Wyllys July 24. She is a music lunar and planetary science part time as a disc jockey for Taylor, August 14. They live teacher in Greenville and he at the University of Arizona, a radio station in Atlanta. She in Greenville. • David Hoblick attends Greenville Theological where she was awarded recently sold her firstmanu­ and Jami Christina Baird, Seminary. • Catherine Moran a fe llowship. • Having been script to a publishing company June 19. They live in Los and Jimmy Ashley, June 26. selected to participate in the and expects her book to be Angeles and both work at the Catherine is a fourth grade Japan Exchange and Te aching available in December. • L.A. Film School. • Catherine teacher in Greenville and (JET) Program, Mara Davis After teaching fifth grade Hunter and Shane Frederick, Jimmy works in the Cardiac (M.A. '02) is spending this in Sumter, S.C., for a year, April 24, Charleston, S.C. Catheterization Lab at Green­ year as an assistant language Elizabeth Ingram enrolled at She graduated from the ville Memorial Hospital. teacher in Gokasho To wn, the University of Memphis in Medical University of South Morgan Piper Morehead and Shiga. The JET Program Te nnessee and is a second­ Carolina in May. Both are in Chad Ramon Hodson, June invites young college gradu­ year doctoral student in school residencies at the University of 12. They live in Maryville, ates to Japan to teach English psychology. • Erin Lyttle is an Louisville (Kentucky), she in Te nn., where he is a fitness in schools or to engage in associate legislative research

42 analyst with the state of Seminary in Decatur, Ga., Tennessee's Offices of Research and completed a summer and Education Accountability course in biblical Greek. • in Nashville. • Hilary Shank Will Greyard is a student at the is studying for a master's University of South Carolina degree in early childhood School of Medicine. • Leslie special education at Peabody Leung has completed a master's College of Vanderbilt Uni­ degree at the University of versity in Nashville, Tenn. Michigan and moved to New • Lauren White Steele of York. • Kristie McWilliams is Arlington, Va., is a production a graduate student in thera­ coordinator at The Discovery peutic recreation at Clemson Channel. • Jessica Sumner is University. • J. Anthony working on a master's degree Murrell has been named equal in physical therapy at East employment opportunity Carolina University in Green­ officer for Sloan Construction ville, N.C . • MARRIAGES: Company in Greenville. He Ryan McDowell Caulder (M.A.) previously worked in the and Katherine DeLesline company's human resources Mims, July 17. Ryan is in department. • Alexis Nichols training at the U.S. Marine won the 2004 Kryolan Make­ Corps Base at Quantico, Va., up Design Award presented by before entering the flight train­ the U.S. Institute for Theatre ing program at Pensacola, Fla. Technology. Her winning • Crady deGolian and Betsy project, in which she developed Holcombe, June 12. She is a an idealized photographic social studies teacher; he is portrait of a male and a female enrolled at the Patterson student using computer morph­ Linking physics and art School for Diplomacy and ing techniques, was based on International Commerce at the research conducted at Furman I just read John Roberts' article in the summer issue, University of Kentucky in with theatre instructor "Mond Game," regarding the contributions of Lexington. • Joscelyn Kathleen Gossman. • Furman's Bill Baker and Wade Shepherd to the dark Fletcher and Bobby Cox, May MARRIAGES: Leigh Carin matter controversy, and I share their suspicion that 29. He is a firstlieutenant Brandenburg and Seth Taylor dark matter may not exist. with the U.S. Army's Ranger Bruce, August 14. She is Regiment and has been de­ salon coordinator at Wisteria I'm not a scientist; I'm an artist. I graduated from ployed to the Middle East. Salon Spa in Greenville and Furman in 1964 with a B.A. and taught art for 25 They are based in Fort Lewis, he is a sales representative years. Since retiring in 1992, I have been painting Wash. • Leigh Dana Foster at Piedmont Wine. • Kelly regularly, but if I had known in the '60s that astro­ and Kyle Philip Young, March Samantha Hall (M.A.) and physics can be so exciting, I might have pursued 13. They live in Charlotte, James Clinton Nalley, June 5. a B.S. instead. Now I attempt to combine my interest • Joshua Patterson She teaches at Mauldin (S.C.) N.C. and in physics and cosmology with my painting. My most Natalie Wright, June 5. He High School and he works for recent paintings employ a spiraling motif that utilizes teaches at Fairforest Middle the Fountain Inn Recreation the world line - or path - of the earth through School and she works for Department. • Elisabeth Upward Unlimited, a chil­ Moore and Jeremy Uecker, space. dren's sports ministry, in July 31. They live in Austin, I don't have the background to differentiate Spartanburg, S.C. • Rodney Texas, where Jeremy has en­ between reality and the absurd, but there may be Douglas Webb and Jody rolled in the graduate program a little truth in my illation that dark matter doesn't Burkett James '03, June 19. in sociology at the University exist and that atomic boundaries are set by heavenly He is a student at Widener of Texas. motion. When I hear of a physicist who reaches University School of Law. similar conclusions, I get excited. Hearing that the They live in Wilmington, Del. 04 physicists are at Furman is doubly exciting. Next reunion in 2009 - R. Thomas Holder '64 Carmen Band 03 is a medical We stminster, Md. Next reunion in 2008 physics student at Vanderbilt "Views Th rough the Vo rtex, " an exhibit of Holder's Chad Bennett of Beverly Hills, University in Nashville, Tenn. work, was on display September 12-0ctober 22 at Calif., recently joined Reveille, • Meg Freeborn, Carl a television development Johnson, Jason Peterson and Carroll Community College in Westminster. For more company. • James Samuel Rick Schoonmaker were of his work, visit http://homepage.mac. com/stageleft Goodlet Ill has enrolled at selected to participate in the and click on the link to his paintings. Columbia Theological Japan Exchange and Teaching

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(JET) Program. They are schools for more than 50 Sue Kern Smith '35, August he was a reserve officer with spending this year as language years, 29 of them at Greenville 15, Charlotte, N.C. the U.S. Air Force on a teachers in Chikushino City, High as a science teacher. meteorological research William J. Stephenson '35, To yama, Amino-cho and assignment. After retiring Annie Louise Smith '31, June July 16, Vero Beach, Fla. He Chinzei, respectively. The from the Air Force Reserve, 11, Simpsonville, S.C. She pastored Baptist churches in JET Program invites young he worked for the U.S. was a teacher with the Green- Kentucky, South Carolina, college graduates to Japan We ather Bureau and also ville County School System North Carolina and Madison, to teach English in schools served as editor of the for 44 years, fo llowed by Ind., and was emeritus pastor or to engage in international Monthly We ather Review. seven years as a substitute of First Baptist Church of exchange activities. Latoya He later taught mathematics teacher. Barefoot Bay, Fla. He also Mitchell has begun graduate and physics at Furman, was was a middle school teacher study in microbiology at Wake Robert Andrew Brown, Jr. director of the Environmental '32, for 11 years. Forest Medical School in June 2, Taylors, S.C. He Science Information Center Winston-Salem, N.C. • served in the Army Air Corps Anne Jake Morgan Graham of the National Oceanic and Franklin "Trey" Warren Ill has during World War II and in '37, June 1, Greenville. She Atmospheric Administration, joined Professional Mortgage the Air Force during the was director of food services and retired from the American Company in Greenville as Korean Conflict. After retir- for the Greenville County Meteorological Society. a loan portfolio analyst. ing from military service, he School District for many He was a member of the MARRIAGES: Richard practiced medicine in Green- years, retiring in 1969. American Meteorological Justin Krieg and Kathryn ville as a general practitioner Society, the American Geo- David Greene Anderson '38, Martin, July 31. Both are in and later as an ophthalmologist, physical Union and the July 22, Easley, S.C. He graduate school at the Uni­ specializing in cataract American Association for preached in more than 120 versity of North Carolina­ surgery. He was a Fellow of the Advancement of Science. churches throughout the Charlotte. • Sean McCann the College of Physicians of Southern Baptist Convention Edward Benjamin Clayton, Sr. and Lindsey Wall, July 24. Philadelphia and a member and in three missionary '39, July 16, Fletcher, N.C. He They live in Charlotte, N.C. of the American Medical crusades (Alaska, Japan and was a retired school principal Lindsey is a records tech­ Association, American the Philippines). He served and served in the Army Air nician with Kilpatrick Academy of Ophthalmology the South Carolina Baptist Corps. Stockton. and Otolaryngology, South Convention in several capa- Carolina Medical Society and James W. Crumpton '39, July cities, including two terms DEATHS Greenville Rotary Club. 22, Dallas, Te xas. He was as convention president. He a Baptist pastor for more than Robert S. Tiedeman '33, served two-year terms as 57 years and was producer of Thelma Ruth McKee McGrath August 14, Greenville. He a trustee of Anderson Junior the Radio Revival Hour for 22 was a U.S. Navy veteran of College, Baptist College of '25, May 28, Due West, S.C. years. He established the World War II and a high Charleston (now Charleston She taught Latin and English Maranatha Baptist Mission school teacher in several Southern University) and the for 39 years in the South in 1961, serving as its president South Carolina school South Carolina Baptist Hos- Carolina counties of Green­ until his retirement. He systems. He was a 66-year pita!, and for 12 years was ville, Charleston and McCor­ received an honorary doc- member of the Greenville a trustee of Southeastern mick. She was a church torate from Garland (Texas) Lions Club and a member Baptist Theological Seminary. pianist for 53 years. Bible College. of the Gray Court Schroder He was a member and past Ellen Langston Shirer '27, June Masonic Lodge # 144. He secretary of the board of Joseph A. de Francesco '39, 30, Lone Star, S.C. She was served on the board of the directors of the Charleston July 26, Columbus, Ohio. He a longtime teacher. Salvation Army Boys and County (S.C.) Red Cross. was a veteran of World War II, Josiah Hartwell Dew '29, July Girls Club. He received an honorary serving in the French army as Doctor of Divinity degree part of the Allied Forces. He 27, Greenville. He was a cot­ Grace Meadors Willard '34, from Charleston Southern went on to serve with both the ton and produce merchant in August 18, Spartanburg, S.C. and was awarded the Order Free French and United States Lake City, S.C., for 40 years, She retired from teaching in of the Palmetto, the highest armies until, in 1943, he and was a trustee of Furman, Greenville and Spartanburg civilian honor bestowed by joined the Office of Strategic the Baptist Foundation and the District 7 schools after more the state of South Carolina. Services and was selected for Connie Maxwell Children's than 30 years of service. the secret Jedburgh operation Home. He was honored with Virginia McKinney Berry James Franklin Mitchell to train fo r parachuting into the Paul Harris Rotary Award '35, Tibbetts '38, July 12, France at the time of the and, with his wife, received June 9, Spartanburg, S.C. An Marietta, Ga. the Order of the Palmetto, emeritus Southern Baptist Normandy invasions. For his South Carolina's highest missionary, he was appointed James E. Caskey '39, August efforts, he received the Bronze civilian honor. by the International Mission 7, Lancaster, S.C. A certified Star from the United States Board in 1943 and served professional meteorologist, he and the Croix de Guerre from Elisabeth Frances Moon Tripp almost 37 years in Chile as served as a weather officer in the government of France. '29, June 4, Greenville. She a general evangelist and the Army Air Corps during When a contingent of surviv- taught in Greenville County secondary school teacher. World War II. After the war ing Jedburghs returned to

44 France to commemorate the Corps enlisted reserve, from Florence Practical Nursing 50th anniversary of D-Day, which he was discharged Program, served as tuberculo­ he was awarded the French in 1945. He joined Tr ans­ sis nurse for the Florence Legion of Honor. After the continental and Western Air County Health Department war, he pursued an inter­ (TWA), with which he worked and was later promoted to national career in the shoe for 36 years before retiring in Maternal-Child Care Program industry. On behalf of Rotary 1980. He was a master Specialist with the Pee Dee International's Yo uth Exchange electrician, hunter, mechanic District of the South Carolina Program, he was named a Paul and builder and won several State Health Department, Harris Fellow, the organiza­ championship trophies in from which she retired in tion's highest honor. He trapshooting. He was a 32nd 1983. She also served as received an honorary Doctor degree Mason and a member interim director of nursing of Humanities degree from of the Order of Eastern Star. on the Bethea Baptist Home Furman in 1999. infirmary staff. In 1988 she Mason Williams Boyd '45, was named Master Gardener Eugene E. Humphries '40, June August 17, Rock Hill, S.C. by Clemson University. 10, Charlotte, N.C. He was He served in the Armed employed by Southern Bell Forces, where he was pianist Robert Royall Jay '48, July 5, Telephone & Te legraph before for the Headquarters Western Greenwood, S.C. After joining Johnson Motor Lines Base Band in England. After service as an infantryman in 1951, from which he retired military service, he managed with the U.S. Army during as executive vice president. the Elks Club in Rock Hill World War II, he owned and After retirement he became and worked in real estate. operated Jay's House of a consultant for several trans­ Fabrics. William Maxwell MacKenzie, portation companies in the Jr. '47, July 9, Highlands, N.C. Eugene Elmer Hance '49, East and Midwest. In 1964 He was a retired Navy com­ August 6, Union, S.C. He he was appointed by President mander and also a retired was a veteran of World War II. Lyndon Johnson to the attorney from a firm in Clear­ National Export-Import William Robert Wade '49, June water, Fla., of which he was Council, on which he served 23, Phoenix, Ariz. He was a founding partner. He served for 11 years. a structural engineer in Green­ on the Board of Governors for ville and Myrtle Beach, S.C. Hazel Juanita Long Smith '41, the Florida Bar Association, In 1997 he was inducted into May 30, Deerfield, N.C. She was a Fellow of the American the Carolinas Boxing Hall of was a teacher and was recog­ College of Probate Council Fame. nized as an amateur artist, and served on many state and interior decorator and national judicial committees. Louie Morrison Owens '50, gardener. He was a 32nd degree Mason June 1, Greenville. He was and a Shriner and a life a U.S. Air Force veteran of Frances Haddon '42, June 16, member of the Tarpon World War II and was retired Easley, S.C. She served as Springs, Fla., Elks Lodge. from Metal Fabricators. director of religious education at churches in Alexandria, Va., Florence Elisabeth Umbach William Marshall Batson '51, and recipient of a Purple Heart and Anderson, S.C., and was '47, July 19, Laurens County, July 1, Ellicott City, Md. and a Silver Star. He was a teacher and houseparent in S.C. He worked for Liberty Life pastor of a number of Baptist South Carolina and Virginia Insurance Co. in Greenville Edgar Lafell Campbell, Sr. '48, churches in South Carolina. schools. until joining United States November 23, 2003, Jackson, Fidelity & Guaranty Co. Russell Fitts '52, March 9, Carolyn Truesdale Carmichael S.C. He served in the U.S. (USF&G) in Baltimore in Lawndale, N.C. He was '43, June 4, Charlotte, N.C. Army Air Force in World War 1967. He was head of USF&G's a paratrooper in the 82nd She worked as a receptionist II and retired from DuPont's group insurance department Airborne Army during World at Palmer's Optometrist and in SRL Computer Division in at the time of his retirement War II. For more than 50 the offices of Sears and Ford Aiken, S.C., after 31 years in 1992. years, he pastored Baptist Motor Company. At the time of service. churches in Virginia, South of her death, she was a volun­ Shirley Patton Jasonek '51, Dortha Lucille Clark Turner Carolina and North Carolina. teer participant in a heart September 6, 2003, Hender­ Fulmer '48, May 28, Florence, He was pastor emeritus of research project. son, Nev. She was employed S.C. She was organizer and Zion Baptist Church in Shelby, as a teacher and administrator Charles Pershing McMillon '43, coordinator of the Shelby N.C., at the time of his death. with the Baker County (Fla.) July 28, Tonganoxie, Kan. He (N.C.) School of Practical School System for 35 years. Jeanne Mason McKinley '52, worked as an instructor with Nursing and later taught at July 18, Memphis, Te nn. She the 56th Army Air Force's McLeod Infirmary School Carl Henry Raines '51, August was a teacher for 32 years and flying training detachment and of Nursing in Florence. She 1, Easley, S.C. He was a U.S. a former church youth director. was inducted into the U.S. Air developed and coordinated the Army veteran of World War II

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Horace Carlisle Bearden '55, Letter Carriers Branch and Furman. She later worked the time of her death she was August 10, Pelzer, S.C. He of the state association. He in the family woodworking president of their company, served in the U.S. Army 101st was a U.S. Air Force veteran. business and did IT computer the Polaris Corporation. Airborne division and received work. Jable Eugene Alley '60, June 6, Rodney Earle Tuck '69, July 17, several commendations. He Greenville. He served in the Margaret Upchurch Brissey Mount Pleasant, S.C. He was taught piano and was a church '69, July 7, Greenville. After an ordained Southern Baptist pianist and organist for many U.S. Navy during World War teaching third grade in minister, a chaplain for the years. He retired from Green- II and was an accountant and bookkeeper with Claussen's Greenville County, she went U.S. Air Force and a retiree ville Te chnical College where on to be director of the Upstate of the Department of Defense he was an admissions officer. Bakery. division of the March of Finance and Accounting Chris R. Langston '61, May 2, Sylvester A. Wright '55, Dimes and later was associ- Services at the Charleston Darlington, S.C. He was a August 8, Savannah, Ga. ated with American Federal Naval Base Supply Center. U.S. Air Force veteran and After service with the U.S. Air Bank. For 16 years she had been an elementary school Linda Lee Hunt McNaughton Force, he began his coaching worked in the St. Francis crossing guard for many years. '71, July 25, Tallahassee, Fla. career in Woodruff, S.C. In Hospital system as the She lived in Stoke-on-Trent, 1956 he became head basket- James F. Neal, Jr. '61, July 6, physician practice liaison England, for 16 years and held ball coach at Savannah (Ga.) and received the Distinguished Greenville. He worked in a master's degree in art educa- High School, where he was graphic design and was the Employee of the Ye ar Award tion from the University of twice named the Georgia recipient of numerous awards, in 2003. Georgia. Athletic Coaches Association including seven Addys and Donna Lucille Byrd '69, June Coach of the Year. He became one Cleo. He was retired from Mary Sims Wirsing '71, June 29, Atlanta. She worked for a partner in the Parker/Wright Dunlop Sports. 10, Manassas, Va. the State of Georgia for 32 men's clothing store in 1972. years. She was a member of He was executive director of R. John Furey '62, June 25, Leigh R. Dotson, M.B.A. '76, the Daughters of the American the Victor B. Jenkins Memorial Spartanburg, S.C. He was July 24, Billings, Mont. He Revolution and was actively Boys Club for 22 years and a deputy in the Buncombe had been an auditor for Daniel involved with the American at the time of his death was County (N.C.) Sheriff's Depart- Construction Company in Diabetes Association. president of the board of ment and worked with his Greenville before returning fa ther in the family automotive to Montana to work for the directors. He received the Susan "Gina" Johnston '69, radiator repair business. He Montana Power Company Liberty Bell Award in 1978. June 26, Greenville. She retired after 19 years as and MT States Petroleum. Active with the Savannah began her law career with human resources manager He became a Certified Public Exchange Club Fair Associa- Haynsworth, Sinclair and with Standard Products Accountant in 1979 and started tion, he served as president Boyd, defending medical Company and Cooper- his own business. He was of the Exchange Club in 1973 malpractice cases. At the Standard Automotive. a member of the American and was voted Exchangite of time of her death she was the Year in 1981. He was Institute of Certified Account- Andrew B. Rasor '62, July 22, a self-employed attorney. She a past member of the board of ants and the Montana Society Simpsonville, S.C. He served was instrumental in starting trustees of Savannah Christian of Certified Public Accountants. as administrative vice presi- the Greenville Free Medical Preparatory School and the dent with J.D. Hollingsworth Clinic and served as its direc- William George Emery '85, Savannah Quarterback Club. on Wheels Inc., working for tor. She received the Disabled June 27, Aiken, S.C. He was South Carolinian of the Ye ar Gracelyn Kibler Roberts '56, the company for more than employed with Hubbell Power Award and was a past member August 16, Marshall, N.C. 43 years. He also served as Systems/Ohio Brass of Aiken. of the Greenville Hospital She was a pianist and a teacher. secretary and treasurer of Steve N. Metz '03, July 25, Hollingsworth Funds, Inc., System Rehabilitative Task Orleans, Mass. He was Whiteford Lee Faile, Jr. '57, and was an officer of Verdae Force, the Mayor's Commis- a nationally ranked tennis June 12, Rock Hill, S.C. He Properties, Buckfield Planta- sion on Disabilities Issues and player and worked as an was a retired minister, having tion, HSL and Michigan the YWCA Board of Direc- assistant tennis pro at Willy's served Baptist churches in the Agri-Chemical. tors. She served as counsel two Carolinas. He was a U.S. for the South Carolina Gym in Eastham, Mass. Army veteran of World War Neetumn G. Bagwell, M.A. Advocacy for the Disabled. Ruth Littlejohn Burts, July 28, II, was a member of Black- '63, July 20, Greenville. He Cheryl Carter New '69, August Charlotte, N.C. Wife of the stock Masonic Lodge and was was a teacher and coach in the 8, Spartanburg, S.C. With her late Charles Burts, longtime a former moderator of the Greenville County Schools for husband, she published fo ur psychology professor at Chester Ministerial 31 years. He served in the U.S. books on grants acquisition, Furman, she was a caseworker Association. Navy during World War II. a book on negotiation and with the Family Court in Tommy Gleen Madden '57, Ruth Folk Davidson '68 (M.A. numerous articles on business Greenville and also a pioneer June 23, Greenville. He was '78), May 18, Greer, S.C. She topics. Together, they traveled in the field of family planning. a retired U.S. Postal Service was a high school chemistry throughout the country pre- A psychology scholarship at employee and had served as teacher in Greenville County senting programs and work- Furman is named in her honor. past president of both the and taught some classes at shops on grant writing. At Local 439 of the National

46 Cultural exchange

Rotary-sponsored trip to Brazil has decidedly Fu rman flair

Th ey came together as part of a Rotary International Group Study Exchange program, chosen through a competitive application process to take part in a five­ week cultural and vocational trip to Brazil. The group consisted of five Greenville area residents - four young professionals, none of them a Rotary Club member, and their team leader, a respected Rotarian. Before their first meeting, the partici­ During a tour of Lagoa da Serra, a leader in bovine genetics and semen production, pants knew that they shared an interest Kirby Mitchell models the booties the travelers wore to avoid picking up unwanted in travel and in learning about different souvenirs; the group visits an Embraer aircraft manufacturing plant in Gaviao Peixoto. ways of life. What they did not know until From left: Mark Davis, Ka thleen King, Mitchell, Chu Yo n Smith and Becky Fa ulkner. that initial gathering was that all but one of them had something else in common: upon a five-week odyssey to assorted Faulkner reveled in the opportunity They were Furman graduates. cities, where they lived with local families, to be an observer in schools and other "Being a Furman alum wasn't among met dignitaries, spoke to Rotary clubs educational facilities. "Not a day goes the criteria for selection," says team and learned how their professions are by that I don't mention something about leader Rebecca Clay Faulkner '69, an practiced abroad. In the process they Brazil in my classes," she says. Through education professor at the University toured everything from tanneries and visits to companies and ad agencies, of South Carolina Upstate. "But maybe chicken hatcheries to automotive Smith was able to examine firsthand it really wasn't such a coincidence." research parks and aeronautic centers. the differences in marketing practices The selection committee was, after Brazilians are known for their hospi­ between the United States and Brazil, all, looking for top talent, so the Furman tality, as the GSE members readily attest, and Davis was so impressed by Brazilian pedigree likely came into play for Kirby and the graciousness of their hosts business and technological practices Mitchell '96, managing attorney for the added much to the visitors' understand­ that he decided to change jobs upon his South Carolina Centers for Equal Justice; ing of native lifestyles and culture. Their return home. He now works for Synnex, Chu Yon (Pak) Smith '01, a market accommodations ranged from spacious a global information technology company. resource consultant with Right Manage­ homes to one-bedroom apartments, but The travelers were also required to ment Consultants; and Mark Davis '00, wherever they stayed they found accep­ make formal presentations to Brazilian a businessman and farmer. Davis actually tance and warmth. Rotary clubs. They delighted their hosts wasn't among the original applicants but "We felt a real connection with all at these gatherings by delivering their was invited to interview and then to join of our host families," says Smith. "They talks in Portuguese; indeed, after one the others after two alternates were wanted us to be a part of their lives. We event they were told they were the first unable to participate. were treated like royalty, and living in GSE team to speak in Portuguese in "It probably didn't hurt that I speak their homes added another dimension 30 years. Spanish and Portuguese," says Davis, to our trip." Since their return to Greenville, a Francis M. Hipp intern to Rio de Janeiro Their hosts' desire to please was they've been spreading the word about during his student days. evident as well in the group's intense their experience to area Rotary clubs. The Furman connection extended daily schedules, during which they were "Rotary truly opens doors, and I even to the alternate team leader, Bert afforded an in-depth, often behind-the­ think it's really up to those of us who Strange '68, who took part in the pre-trip scenes look into Brazilian business and benefit from this program to share our preparation in case Faulkner was unable cultural practices. stories," says Davis. Faulkner adds, to go. And according to the Furman For example, lawyers are held in high "Next to the U.S. government, Rotary is folks, the "outsider" in the group - regard in Brazil, so in most towns Mitchell the second largest distributor of scholar­ Kathleen King, an accountant and was granted permission to tour the local ships of any organization in the world. controller - fit in perfectly and proved jails, despite their somewhat notorious It really is designed to build goodwill worthy enough to be named an honorary reputations. He attended trials, met and understanding, and it exemplifies Furman graduate by her travel mates. judges and was invited to speak at a law that ideal."

Before their departure in mid-May, school - with the help of a translator - Jim Stewart the quintet spent months in team­ who introduced him as "one of the best To learn moreabout the program, visit building exercises and cultural discus­ 35 lawyers in the United States." (He had www.rotary. org/foundation/educational sions while also studying Portuguese actually been named one of Greenville's and click on the Group Study Exchange with Furman professor Christina Buckley "Best and Brightest Under 35" by Green­ link, or e-mail Ken Tu cker, Greenville and three Brazilian exchange students. ville magazine, but as Mitchell jokes, district Rotary GSE chair, at After arriving in Sao Paolo, they embarked "She wasn't that far off.") [email protected].

47 The Last Word

Why would an American elementary physical hardly believe I was there, on the same ground where education teacher want to spend her summer in ancient Olympians once competed. At that moment, Greece? For me, it wasn't because of my Greek with the Olympic spirit swelling within me, I'm sure heritage. (I don't have any.) Nor was it because of that the ancient gods made me an honorary Greek a desire to vacation in the Greek Isles or to find peace citizen. and quiet in another corner of the world. My family had to return to the States after our No, there was only one reason: to be on the tour, but by then Greece was beginning to feel like greatest team in the world - the Olympic Vo lunteer home. It was time to get to work. Te am - helping to make the 2004 Olympic Games My first assignment in Athens was in radio the best! communications, helping to prepare for the Opening Vo lunteering at this Ceremonies. While this was very interesting, I wanted year's Garneswas the to be closer to the action. I was granted permission ultimate experience, to join the stadium operations team, where we did and even though at first a little of everything. We posted signs in the stadium, everything was Greek prepared the staging rooms for the cast and even to me, each day pro­ assembled a refrigerator. During the Opening Cere­ vided opportunities to monies August 13 and the Closing Ceremonies meet other "Olympic August 29, my post was in the tunnel through which nuts." the main performers entered. I had worked at the Between the Opening and Closing Ceremonies, Olympics before, as I requested more volunteer work and was assigned a support volunteer for to the tennis venue, which was perfect for me since the Opening and Closing I play and coach the sport. I was stationed in the Ceremonies in Atlanta players' lounge, where we posted results, made sure in 1996. But why go the athletes were comfortable and assisted them when all the way to Greece, they had questions. We weren't allowed to take especially after hearing pictures or ask for autographs, but still, when else that construction was would I be able to hang with Andy Roddick? behind schedule and that things might not be ready After the Closing Ceremonies, I came home with when the Games were supposed to start? a wonderful feeling of accomplishment. I had spent It's simple: Greece is the birthplace of the two months in an international setting with thousands Olympics. For years I had taught a unit on the of people working for a common cause. The Olympic Olympics. My students and I would talk about staffand volunteers proved to the skeptics that the ancient Olympia, where the Games started, and Athens Games could be a success. When the flame I would show them pictures of the sites. I'd also was extinguished, we had the satisfaction of knowing organized Olympic field days for my classes. When we had contributed to a job well done. Greece got the bid to host the Games, I knew I wanted I returned to my students at Crestview Elemen­ to go and experience all the things I'd talked about tary in Greenville with my souvenir uniform proudly through the years. The urge was too strong to ignore. tucked under my arm, memories sculpted in my mind After months of applying, interviewing and and the Olympic flame burning in my heart. I've searching for housing, my official acceptance to be been able to share with them firsthand how the a volunteer on a ceremonies team arrived in late April. Olympics bring together people from all over the Two months later, my family and I boarded a flight world. I've told them about the joy of volunteering for our first trip to Europe. We arrived in Athens and the value of learning another language, of on June 30, and for nine days my husband Ed '78, understanding other countries and customs. daughter Erin '04 and son Austin (' 11?) and I traveled While my life may seem to be back to normal around Santorini, Corinth, Marathon, Athens and, now, part of my heart is still in Greece. One day I of course, Olympia. will return - and relive those days when I was As I stood on the hill at the original stadium site a part of Olympic history. in Olympia, tears streamed down my face. I could - Tricia Toole Boehmke '78

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