MSU ALUMNI HOUSE Contents , Homecoming 2008...... 1

President’s Message...... 2

In the News ...... 3

Alumni on the Move ...... 4

Chapter & Class News ...... 6

Letter to the Editor ...... 8

Life Members 2008 ...... 9

Necrology ...... 9

The Alumni Calendar ...... 10

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Fall 2008 Homecoming 2008

“WE’RE IN TO WIN”

MSU Athletic Director Floyd Kerr is leading the doing with the late Coach Effietee Payne and the charge for the big Homecoming game on Oct. 25, scholarship fund named after her. It is a wonderful when the Morgan Bears take on Delaware State thing that ties us into the alumni and gets us to the Hornets. “We’re in to win!” he says, “and our new next level. Anytime we can give recognition to a lineup is going to prove that.” major contributor to our programs from past years, it Head Football Coach Donald Hill-Eley weighs in is very important.” on some strengths that Morgan will be bringing to the Kerr is also looking to enhance Morgan’s sports pro- Homecoming game. gram with electronic media and mobile communications. “Our defense is No. 1 in the league, and we’re No. “The idea of networking electronically and reach- 2 in the nation. So we’re ready to defend,” he says. ing new audiences is the way we want to move,” he “This year is going to be very exciting,” says says. “We want to be plugged in! Social websites like Kerr. “Delaware State is our league rival. They were Facebook are very important to us and have a lot of No. 1 last year. This year, they’re picked to finish value. We will be telecasting on ESPN this year, and we second in the league, and we’re picked to finish are excited about that, too, because our fans will be able fifth. But we’re in to win!” to access the game through cell phones and the web. The Bears have five home games this year, Our new website will feature some new interactive fea- “which is important to our plans to build a broad- tures like live text messaging and mobile capabilities based, integrated marketing program to tell the that will allow our fans more real-time access to events. Morgan story through sports,” says Kerr. “Part of that We also want to enable podcasting for all future games.” story is acknowledging our accomplishments and the Of course, the big game will be only one of many ties to our past, as some of our former athletes are exciting events at Homecoming 2008.

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PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE “WE’RE IN TO WIN” Alumni Day 2008 Continued from page 1 The room bustled with laughter and warm hugs, as alumni from classes ending in “3” and “8” Greetings Fellow MSU National Alumni Association Alumni and Friends gathered to celebrate their reunions, along with Annual Meeting* other alumni, friends and various chapters, at the of MSU: This meeting is a great opportunity to hear 68th Annual Alumni Awards and Class Reunion about all aspects of the University’s develop- Luncheon, in May. During the reception, between It is with great pride ment. Dr. Richardson will be the keynote speak- greeting old friends and sharing fond memories and humility that I assume er and will conduct a question and answer ses- and current events, attendees feasted on fresh fruit, the role of President of the sion following his address. This is a critical time cheese and crackers, all centered on a beautiful for Morgan State University as it has been forced Morgan State University chocolate fountain, followed by a delectable lunch. into the role of the flagship institution in a fight Reflecting on the luncheon, one alumna, Rita National Alumni for fairness in higher education. Also, hear from Association. I promise to S. Norman, shared the following comments in an e- our Chapter Presidents as they bring us up-to- mail to her Morgan alumni “Circle of Love” friends. work diligently to insure date on their chapter activities. This forum is “…While I was at the Alumni luncheon, one that Morgan remains a open to all MSU graduates and friends. A of the speakers, Ms. Cheryl Hitchcock, V.P., Gloria E. Wayman well-respected voice, both reception will follow. locally and nationally. Institutional Advancement, stressed how Morgan Our students face many challenges as Tailgate Party State’s contributions from alumni are so low that they pursue their educational goals in our Fraternities, sororities and independent it is embarrassing. She was ‘straight up.’ She ever-changing world. I feel encouraged organizations entertain members and friends in the made a point in stressing (that) it’s not the parking area of the Montebello Complex staff park- that wherever I may go, I will find amount of money that you give to the MSU ing area. Activities begin Saturday, Oct. 25, as early Foundation, it is the number of people that give. Morgan graduates who have strategically as 8:00 a.m. and last well into the evening. placed themselves in Corporate America As she spoke, and as I watched Agnes (Agnes and are waiting for the call to step for- Life Member Reception* Ogletree, ’83) stand up with her award (for Life ward to offer their time, talents and finan- This event, for current Life Members, as Membership), I thought about myself. Here I am, cial assistance to MSU. well as those who join on the spot, will be host- the organizer of the ‘Morgan Circle of Love,’ with Today, I am sounding the alert and ed by the MSU National Alumni Association in almost 300 members, and I have not paid my making the call for ALL Morgan gradu- the main ballroom of the University Student dues this year. As a matter of fact, I have not paid ates, in every walk of life, to support our Center, on Saturday, Oct. 25, from 9:00 my dues for many years. Is there a reason? Not a.m.–12:00 noon. Show your Life Membership students financially as they achieve aca- really. I meant to. I had the envelope; and I still Card for admission. demically. I offer my personal testimony: have it in my room at home. I’m terrible at pay- when you help remove the financial bar- All-Classes Reunion* ing my dues. I was embarrassed and ashamed of riers for students who desire an educa- Celebrate Homecoming with your friends by myself, because I was sitting here with a $350.00 tion, you are able to take great pride in joining in and doing all of the line dances. DKNY pocketbook, and a wallet to match (which knowing you have participated in the There is no cost for this event, and the most people probably think is a ‘knockoff ’ development of tomorrow’s leaders. To music is always jumping. Meet your class mem- because many of my bags are fake; but they look bers here, and begin to plan for your Alumni those alumni and friends of MSU who good). This is disgusting! You want to hear some Day 2009 formal class reunions. give generously in so many ways, thank more dirt, since I’ve already told my business. My you, and please continue to do so. daughter received an academic scholarship to As you return to our absolutely gor- Morgan Memories* If you are looking for the after-hours spot attend Morgan this past year. God forgive me!!! geous campus to enjoy Homecoming to cool your heels, this is it. Come and show But, you know what, family? I don’t get embar- 2008, please remember that our students your fellow class members you still have the rassed or feel bad. I make changes within myself. are waiting for that Morgan pride and stamina for late night fun and excitement. So, this time next year, that award that Agnes passion to awaken inside of you!!! Admission: $30. received is going to be hanging in my office. A lifetime membership is $400.00, and you can pay Sincerely, MSU National Alumni Association Candlelight Memorial Service* it in installments (because you know I don’t have Come and pay homage to your classmates any more money after buying that bag). I’m Gloria E. Wayman, ’90 and friends who have completed life’s journey. copying Joyce Brown on this e-mail because ‘talk President, MSU National This is a time to reflect on all of the good times is cheap,’ and I’m sending my first installment shared. Alumni Association directly to her office.” As you make plans to attend the luncheon next *See the Alumni Events Calendar on page year, what story will you have to share? Prepare now 11 for locations and times. to be part of the celebration!

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Show You Care, IN THE NEWS Every Year! Morgan State University is a thriv- Summer Campus Tour ing part of the Baltimore community and a nationally-known institution because of alumni like you. But we need your help to ensure that opportunities for achievement and success are avail- able to our most deserving students, every day. Please give your gift today and bring a deserving student one step clos- er to their goal of being a graduate of Morgan State University. Every gift, regardless of size, goes a long way in providing assistance with tuition and Alumni visited the newest features of MSU’s campus during a special tour conducted on June 27, 2008. The tour the purchase of textbooks, developing participants delighted in reminiscing during their visits to the new MSU Library, Student Center, Communications Center new academic programs, and attracting and Murphy Fine Arts Center. Following the tour, a delicious lunch was served in the Alumni House, as fellowship and world-class faculty to our University. sharing of stories about time spent at Morgan State continued. Remember, your gift is a separate donation from your annual alumni dues, Students Rally to SB 867 calls for the provision of supplemental funding to HBIs to increase faculty hiring and need- which are not part of the monies that Support Maryland HBIs based financial aid, and to bolster capital improvements the Foundation awards to students. The chanting and singing of delegations from through renovation and new construction. Visit www.givetomorgan.com today Morgan State University, Bowie State University, the The protest comes in the midst of a federal lawsuit to make your donation to the Morgan University of Maryland–Eastern Shore and Howard against the state of Maryland filed by the Coalition for University was as ominous as the message of “Equal State University Foundation, Inc. Equity and Excellence in Maryland Higher Education. Justice, Under Law” engraved on the stone monument Calling for the dissolution of several established pro- towering over their assembly. Students, alumni and sup- grams at Towson University, Salisbury University, the porters from historically black institutions (HBIs) in University of Maryland–Baltimore County and the Maryland and beyond had gathered to rally for equi- University of Baltimore, coalition President David table funding and comparability, outlined in two pieces Burton instructed protestors to not “settle for legisla- Remember Your of proposed state legislation, Senate Bills 49 and 867. tors who don’t follow federal guidelines.” Within steps and earshot of the Maryland Senate “There are some in this legislation who don’t have Membership Dues building, hundreds marched around the perimeter of our best interest at heart,” Burton said. “Don’t let this Membership dues cover the fiscal Lawyer’s Mall, bearing signs and slogans that evoked be your first and only effort to do what is right and to year July 1, 2008–June 30, 2009. If you memories of protests and demonstrations past. receive what is justly yours.” Referencing the shared date of the rally and the 40th have already submitted your dues, we anniversary of the assassination of Dr. Martin Luther thank you. If you have yet to do so, we MEAC Tournament Site Selected King Jr., several presenters alluded to the dream of Dr. The Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference (MEAC) has kindly ask that you submit them as soon King and the place of the students who were march- chosen Winston-Salem, N.C., as the site of the as possible. We look forward to your con- ing on this day. 2009–2011 MEAC Tournaments. The 2009 “This is a right that has been granted to us since tinued support! men’s and women’s tournaments are scheduled for the Brown v. Board of Education decision more than March 9–14 and will be played at the Lawrence Joel 50 years ago,” said Morgan State University Student Veterans Memorial Coliseum. Government Association President Jasmine Hazel. “It has not been honored by the state of Maryland, and MSUNAA Installs New Officers today, we declare that this age of overlooking and At its Board of Directors meeting on June 28, underfunding historically black institutions has ended.” 2008, the Morgan State University National Alumni Proposed by State Senators Joan Carter Conway Association installed the following officers for the and Verna Jones, Senate Bills 49 and 867 propose to 2008–2010 term: eliminate vestiges of a du jour system of segregation in the state’s system of higher education. SB 49 specifically Gloria E. Wayman, ’90 ...... President addresses the immediate cessation of program duplica- Maureen B.E. Miles, ’58 ...... 1st Vice President tion among state-funded institutions, specifically those Phyllis Davis, ’82 ...... 2nd Vice President programs offered by historically black institutions. A Ramocille Johnson, ’77 ...... Secretary similar bill proposing this measure was introduced and passed by the General Assembly in 2006, but was Charles Pollard, ’57 ...... Treasurer vetoed by then Gov. Robert Ehrlich. John Griswold, ’51 ...... Financial Secretary

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Novelist and poet Robin Ayele, ’94, has membership for College provides mental health and mental retardation published her debut novel, “Broken,” through Newspaper Business and programs, youth and family development pro- her own publishing compa- Advertising Managers grams, adult community services, alcohol and ny, Chocolate Angel (CNBAM). CNBAM provides other drug treatment and school-based preven- Publications. “Broken,” a assistance and advice to tion services to children and families throughout crime story set in business and advertising Southwestern Pennsylvania. Washington, D.C., follows the departments in college and publication of her first book university newspapers Kiara D. Hargrove, ’96, of poetry, “Chocolate City across the U.S. Brown says the organization’s sales a teacher at Chronicles,” in 2007. Ayele staff training has helped many publications greatly Baltimore Polytechnic Institute in Baltimore, Md., received a master’s degree in Urban Planning increase their revenue and that Morgan can bene- has received a $25,000 from Morgan and now divides her time between fit in this way, as well. Milken Educator Hebron, Md., and Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. Award for 2008. She “Broken” is available at major booksellers. and another Morgan Nicole Brown, ’00, has been crowned Mrs. graduate, Jamal P. Baltimore County . Now a systems Dickerson, ’99, were Leroy A. Battle, ’50, one of the original programmer with the Social among 75 K–12 edu- , has released a second autobi- Security Administration, cators who received the prestigious awards at a ography titled, “And the Beat she received her bachelor’s gala ceremony, during the Milken National Goes On: Remembrance of a degree in information sci- Education Conference in Los Angeles in March. Cosmopolite” (Cozy Harbor ences and systems from Press, February 2008, Morgan. As Mrs. Baltimore Pamela C. Harris, ’88, $22.95). The new book County United States, she has been hired as expands on his first autobi- will promote her platform: assistant director of Events for the Harris Alumni ography, “Easier Said,” and “Encouraging Young Women to Enhance Their Center at the University of tells of his upbringing in Talents and Gifts While Striving for Excellence and North Carolina at , his love of music and his service in Transforming Their Dreams into Reality.” Brown is Charlotte. Her responsibili- World War II. also an active member of the Baltimore ties include all aspects of Metropolitan Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma planning and managing Theta Sorority, Inc. events held at the Alumni Erika C. Blackstock, ’95, has been named Center. Before joining Teacher of the Year at Parkwood Elementary UNC Charlotte, Harris School in Warner Robins, Ga. She is a literacy Bishop John R. Schol has appointed the worked in McLean, Va., as a senior consultant for coach at Parkwood, which is a Georgia Board of Rev. Dr. George F. DeFord, ’67, as regional Booz Allen Hamilton, Inc., where she managed Education Title 1 Distinguished School, and is now guide for the Annapolis-Southern Region of the events for various clients, including the U.S. in her 12th year as an educator. Blackstock was Baltimore-Washington Conference of the United Department of Homeland Security. born and raised in Des Moines, Iowa, and earned Methodist Church. her bachelor’s degree from Morgan in elementary Brenda Bowe Johnson, Ph.D., ’62 and ’81, education. “The best thing about being a teacher is Ananda K.M. Leeke, ’86, being able to empower children,” she told The Sun author of a new has been elected as president of the Baltimore News. women’s self-discovery novel, “Love’s Opera Guild, Baltimore, Md. She is the first Troubadours – Karma: Book One,” has launched African-American president in the 40-year history BAP Living, a social networking site, and BAP of the guild. Dr. Johnson and her daughter are Mark Branch, ’91, recently appeared in The Living Radio, an Internet radio show, for women of owners of The Language House, Inc., which Washington Post and on ABC’s “World News” and African descent who self-identify as black trains teachers to teach English to non-English “Good Morning America” programs, to talk about American Princesses (BAPs) and educated black speakers and provides specialty tours of the his dual careers: NASA aerospace engineer by day women (EBW). BAP Living is located at Mediterranean. The Language House operates in and hip hop DJ by night. Branch tests satellites at http://baplivingforbapsandebw.ning.com. Montpellier, France and Marakech, Morocco. Dr. NASA Goddard Space Flight Center in Greenbelt, Bowe is also a faculty member in the Teacher Md., and uses his hip hop nightlife to augment his Education Department of the University of The nonprofit social service agency work as a mentor for youngsters. He received his Maryland University College's School of Arita L. Gilliam, ’73, bachelor’s degree in physics from Morgan. FamilyLinks has appointed Management and Technology. to its board of directors. Gilliam is an expert in adolescent behavioral health and is coordinator Denise Brown, ’02, publisher/adviser for for Adolescent Development and Prevention Kenneth L. Lewis, ’72, has been elected MSU’s Spokesman newspaper and Promethean Education at the University of Pittsburgh Medical chairman of the board of directors of City Connect yearbook, has been elected as vice president of Center (UPMC) Shadyside Hospital. FamilyLinks Detroit. The organization was founded by

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Michigan grant makers in just wanted to inform students of potential chal- cial business planner in 1998 to tackle the problem lenges and opportunities I didn’t know about 1992, after a 25-year career, of chronically underfunded before I came to college,” he says. Perry is now and has received numerous federal government human Assistant Dean of Student Life at Warren Wilson commendations from Essex services programs. Lewis College, Asheville, NC. His book is available in County, N.J., the state of joined the law firm Plunkett stores and at www.iuniverse.com. New Jersey and the federal Cooney in 1993 and now government. Since retiring, serves on the firm’s board he has begun an acting Angela Owens Waller, ’01, of directors. His areas of legal practice include civil is the U.S. career. He has done a TV commercial and joined rights, commercial litigation, education law, labor Coast Guard’s civilian recipient of the 2008 the Screen Actors Guild. and employment litigation and municipal law. Department of Defense Science, Technology, Engineering and Math James A. Ward Jr., ’59, of Detroit, Mich., Regina Lynn, ’93, was named a “Woman on (STEM) Role Model Award. was profiled in the Sunday Free Press newspaper, the Rise” by the National Organization for African- Waller, a Coast Guard elec- in a special section called “Taking the Buyout.” In American Women (www.noaw.org). Lynn, of trical engineer, received the article, Ward, a former human resources man- Plainfield, N.J., is an entre- two additional honors for ager for Ford Motor Company, discussed how he preneur and owner of two receiving the Role Model took an early retirement to become a community growing small businesses. Award: a CO Coin, which is her commanding offi- activist. Ward also spent two years in the early She became a certified cer’s highest honor, and a display at the National 1970s as production manager for the Motown referring travel agent in Museum of Women in D.C., which included her songwriting team Holland-Dozier-Holland, the 2007 and has websites at community service activities. Waller is one of 15 Free Press reported. www.dsttravel.com and members of her family who have graduated from www.discoversereni- Morgan State University. Allison M. Dunn, ’98, tythroughtravel.com. At Morgan, she was enrolled has been promoted in the Honors Program and received her bachelor to Strategic Global Account Director of Johnson Geneva J. Williams, ’70, of science degree in mathematics. She also has an has received her Controls, Inc., with responsibility for accounts in M.A. in counseling. doctorate in education leadership and policy stud- North America, Latin America and the Middle East. ies from Wayne State University — another step in She received her bachelor’s degree in civil engi- her mission to effectively neering at Morgan and is now an M.B.A. candidate Lynn Munford, ’01, has been named victim’s lead social change. As at the Johns Hopkins University. assistance liaison/public information officer for the founding president and Rosenberg Police Department in Rosenberg, Texas. CEO of City Connect Paul Evans, ’70, The department selected her from 59 candidates Detroit, Williams, a funding Former newspaperman because of her experience in social services and expert, has secured more has authored a book titled “Songs of My Soul: communications, including public and media rela- than $80 million for metro- Poems by an American Man of Color to tions, stated Rosenberg Police Chief Robert Gracia. politan Detroit organiza- Commemorate the 2019 Renaissance Munford earned her bachelor of science degree in tions, for efforts such as lead poisoning preven- Centennial.” The 488-page paperback was pub- telecommunications from Morgan a M.A. in commu- tion programs, after-school programs, transporta- lished by iUniverse in June. nication from Texas Southern University. tion projects and community/economic develop- ment initiatives. Brittany A. Parker, ’08, has been accepted Albert H. Miller, ’82, has taken a position into the Master in Film Program at Columbia as client relationship executive with the account- Ive Arlington Swan, ’67, was promoted to University. She was one of only 64 students chosen ing and consulting firm Parente Randolph, LLC. associate justice of the newly created Supreme from the thousands who applied. Parker is a gradu- His role at the company will involve “managing Court of the U.S. Virgin Islands. Swan came from ate of Morgan’s bachelor’s degree program in strategic pursuits and articulating meaningful ways humble beginnings to serve as U.S.V.I. assistant English, with a concentration in film and television to add value to a client’s business.” attorney general, deputy attorney general and writing. She aspires to write award-winning screen- attorney general. He went into private practice in plays depicting in a positive light. 1981 and remained there until his confirmation for Former MSU student leader Tawan M. the Territorial Court and later the Superior Court. Perry, ’04, has authored a book titled “College Sense: What College and High School Advisors Don’t Tell You about College” (iUniverse Clarence E. Crawley, ’60, was honored by Publishers). Perry was a first-generation college the Montclair Democratic County Committee of student who says he found success at Morgan New Jersey for his service to the Democratic Party. through trial and error. With “College Sense,” “I Crawley retired from IBM Corporation as a finan-

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ALUMNI NEWS n MORGAN STATE UNIVERSITY CHAPTER AND CLASS NEWS Class of 1958 Raises the Bar With $62,500, Classes Ending in ‘4’ and ‘9,’ for Class Gifts It’s Reunion Time! How fast the years fly. Can you believe it has been almost five years since your last reunion? Five years ago, you were challenged to meet during the five-year interval in preparation for your next reunion. The time has arrived: Reunions for ALL classes ending in “4” and “9” will be held in 2009. Are you prepared? If not, it’s time to start col- lecting for your class gift and get the word out about the 69th Annual Alumni Awards and Class Reunion Luncheon, so you will be well-represented. The Annual Alumni Awards and Class Reunion Luncheon is scheduled for Saturday, May 16, 2009, in the University Student Center. Class agents for the reunion classes are listed below. If you have not heard from your agent, anyone can step up to the plate. Please do not hesitate to contact the During the 68th Annual Alumni Awards and Class Reunion on May 17, 2008, MSU’s Class of 1958 surpassed its Alumni Relations office for mailing lists and labels goal with a contribution of $62,500 to the University. for your classmates. We stand ready to assist you in The Class of 1958 is to be commended for their tenacity and “stick-to-itiveness” that allowed them to be any way we can. so successful. Working with a small group, they did not give up. They persevered until the end, holding monthly Don’t let it be said that only the 50th meetings and sending out countless mailings to class members to encourage their participation. We salute, Anniversary Class thinks its reunion is important. We with gratitude and appreciation, the Class of 1958! hope to hear from you, and we certainly look forward to seeing you at the luncheon. Please make this important commitment. Morgan and the students we serve need you! Remembering the Past, Celebrating the Now, Class of 1949 Class of ’58, 50th Reunion Mrs. Elaine Blackwell ...... (202) 363-0750 Mrs. Edith Howard Henry ...... (410) 542-8065 On the weekend of May 16–18, 2008, MSU’s Class John Gartrell of the Maryland Archives, who is a [email protected] of ’58 celebrated its 50th reunion with the theme, member of MSU’s Class of 2004. Mrs. Brown and Class of 1954 “Together Again: Giving Back to Morgan.” The celebra- her staff were recognized for their tremendous Mrs. Elizabeth Dyett ...... (410) 323-4827 tion began with a Friday night hospitality room at the assistance in planning and implementing the [email protected] Holiday Inn Baltimore-Towson, followed by registration weekend’s activities, and Mr. Gartrell spoke about Mrs. Sylvia Gundy...... (410) 747-7752 and a “Meet and Greet” at the new University Student Dr. King’s 1958 Commencement address, which [email protected] Center. Good feelings abounded from seeing each Mr. Gartrell located in print after it had spent other, some for the first time in 50 years according to almost 50 years in obscurity. Several class mem- Class of 1959 Mr. Jim Ward (313) 861-3334(H) (313) 244-8660(W) Judith Kitz. The Meet and Greet was a casual affair, bers were cited for their work in bringing the [email protected] where classmates shared information about their lives, reunion to fruition. The class also remembered danced and enjoyed the scrumptious food provided by and paid tribute to departed classmates, whose Class of 1964 Morgan’s caterers. class pictures were displayed on easels. Mrs. Anita Turks-Hunter ...... (410) 922-9107 One of the highlights of the evening was the On Sunday, classmates sported their caps and [email protected] showing of a DVD that had been produced espe- gowns and marched in the Commencement proces- Mrs. Laura Byrd ...... (410) 669-4594 [email protected] cially for and by one member of the class. It fea- sional with the Class of 2008. This solemn and grand tured actual footage of the graduation, including occasion brought back many pleasant memories. Class of 1969 Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., who gave the com- Several classmates were pictured in the Afro- Mrs. Nellie Maskal ...... (301) 445-1433 mencement address; Dr. Martin Jenkins, President American Newspaper a few days later. [email protected] of Morgan at the time; and many candidates in caps This reunion achieved its goal of bringing the Class of 1974 and gowns or military regalia. class together again, with classmates in attendance Mr. Floyd E. Taliaferro, Jr ...... (443) 885-3120 On Saturday, May 17, classmates attended from Georgia, Pennsylvania, Virginia, New York, [email protected] the University’s Alumni Awards and Class Reunion South Carolina, New Jersey, Florida, Massachusetts, Luncheon and were joined by family members Texas, Maryland, Illinois and North Carolina. Class of 1979 and friends. The Class of ’58 was featured at the In his Commencement address, Dr. King Ms. Sonia Maynard ...... (340) 773-1604 (Eve) luncheon and presented funds to the University spoke of agape love and defined it as “an overflow- (340) 773-0295, Ext. 215 (Day) [email protected] for student scholarships. ing love which seeks nothing in return.” The Class On Saturday night, a dinner dance was held of 1958 asked its members to love their alma mater Class of 1984 at the Holiday Inn, where the class honored Joyce in the same manner. They responded resoundingly. Ms. Sheila Wilson ...... (301) 814-1238 A. Brown, MSU’s Director of Alumni Relations, and It was a memorable and enjoyable reunion. [email protected]

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Class of 1989 (443) 885-3040 for more information. We look Lynda Aboag ye, rising sophomore – Ms. Novlette Jackson-Williams . . . (443) 739-9266 forward to celebrating with you. “Efficacious” [email protected] Shayna Murphy, scheduled to graduate in Class of 1994 Leandra Ollie, Esq...... (202) 572-8707 December 2008 – “Determined [email protected] Harford County Gets New Jeremy Dunlop, 2008 freshman – “Jolly” Class of 1999 Chapter Marina Locks, 2008 freshman – “Driven” Ms. Dominique Mitchell ...... (347) 256-9477 Wanting to “get that Morgan Spirit back,” a [email protected] small group of Morgan alumni in the city of Havre Susan Sturtevant, 2008 freshman – “Giving” Class of 2004 de Grace, Md., decided to establish a MSU Alumni Ms. Melanie Thompson ...... (571) 344-2242 chapter for their county. The Morganites, including [email protected] Joyce Byrd, ’52, Eva Williams, ’48 and Catherine Burke, ’50, contacted Joyce A. Brown, MSU Director New Officers for Howard of Alumni Relations, who made a presentation to a County Alumni Chapter First-Ever Doctoral Alumni group of Morgan alumni from Harford County on The Howard County Alumni Chapter has installed Chapter Chartered April 10, this year. Shortly thereafter, the group the following officers: voted unanimously to establish a chapter and elect- On April 19, 2008, MSUNAA’s first-ever doctoral Dr. Iantha Tucker, President ed its officers. The Harford County, Md. chapter of alumni chapter, the Community College Leadership Robert Sturtevant, Vice President the Morgan State University National Alumni Helen Nuttall, Treasurer Association is now a reality. Jackye Malloy Jones, Financial Secretary Chapter President Bruce D. Lewis Jr., ’91, Joan Hash, Recording Secretary says, “We are excited about the opportunity to Patricia Waddy, Corresponding Secretary help Morgan students and the University as a unit- For information about joining the Howard ed body here in Harford County. So many of us County Alumni Chapter, please contact President have benefited from the valuable experience we Tucker at (410) 730-5325 or [email protected]. received at Morgan, we could never repay the debt of gratitude. “We want the Harford County chapter to be the Installation of New Officers model and premier chapter by raising an unprece- Doctoral Alumni Chapter, was chartered. To mark dented amount of funds for Morgan students,” Lewis for New Jersey Alumni the historic occasion, the group held a wonderful adds. “I have told our group that we should use luncheon with approximately 70 attendees. The Chapter every avenue and every tool of technology to raise chapter held its first fundraising event, a farewell The New Jersey Alumni Chapter has installed the fol- donations to help the MSU National Alumni gala in honor of the chapter’s founder, Dr. Christine lowing officers: Association and the Morgan Foundation further the Johnson-McPhail, on Saturday, May 24, 2008 in the Roseanna S. Robinson, President mission of the University.” University Student Center. Proceeds from that event Jerome Boyd, Vice President To become a charter member of the Harford went toward establishing the Dr. Christine Johnson- David Briddell, Treasurer County alumni chapter, call Bruce Lewis: (410) 612- McPhail Endowed Scholarship Fund for Community Dolores Curtis, Financial Secretary 0374, or e-mail him [email protected]. College Leadership. Dr. Lorenzo Esters, the chapter’s Sandra Harrison, Secretary The Harford County chapter meets on the first president, received his doctorate on May 20, 2008. If you are interested in joining the New Jersey Thursday of each month at 6:30 p.m., at St. James AME Alumni Chapter, please contact President Robinson Church, 716 Green St., Havre de Grace, MD 21078. at (908) 768-8818 or [email protected] L.A. Chapter Meetings Scheduled The Los Angeles Alumni Chapter has scheduled Hats Off to Our New its remaining 2008 meetings for Sept. 20 and Nov. 15. Howard County Chapter The first meeting of 2009 will be held on Jan. 17. National President! Meetings are held at the Trinity Evangelical Church, Holds Scholarship Events Morgan’s Howard L. Cornish Metropolitan 9300 Crenshaw Blvd., Inglewood, CA 90305. Dues are The Howard County Alumni Chapter spon- Baltimore Alumni Chapter is honored and overjoyed only $25 for the 2008 calendar year. Please call Paula sors two annual events in support of its by the election of Mrs. Gloria Wayman to the position Clagon at (310) 801-5865 for more information. Scholarship Program. This year, in April, the of President of the MSU National Alumni Association. chapter hosted an Oldies But Goodies Mrs. Wayman served as President of the Cornish Cabaret/Silent Auction, and on Sunday, November chapter from 1999 to 2003 and enabled the chapter Class of ’69 – Save the Date! 2, 2008, the group will sponsor its Annual Toby’s to achieve and maintain significant accomplishments. The Class of 1969 Committee is planning a Dinner and Show, featuring the Mel Brooks musi- Since that time, she has successfully led the awards Homecoming Brunch for Oct. 25, 2008, before cal “The Producers.” This year, the Howard and public relations efforts for our annual breakfast. A the game, from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., in the County chapter awarded $8,000 in scholarships to committed and conscientious leader, she will lead the new University Student Center. All interested five students. These students, listed below, were MSUNAA with aplomb. Congratulations and blessings 1969 classmates, please contact Erica Fry Cryor at asked to describe themselves in one word. to Gloria as she undertakes this awesome role. Continued on page 9

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The following is an unabridged letter to the editor from the Morgan State University Board of Regents, in response to a July 13 article printed in the Baltimore Sun newspaper criticizing the attendance record of a few of the board members.

Board of Regents July 20, 2008

Letter to the Editor The Morgan State University Board of Regents wishes to assure the citizens of Maryland of its continuing commitment to the mission, vision and development of the University. Contrary to what some critics may say, we take seriously our obligations as a governing board with responsibili- ty for the overall management of the institution. The Morgan Board meets the State standard for attendance at regular Board meetings; satisfies the requirements of the by-laws for a quorum, and otherwise invests the time necessary to effectively accomplish the business of the University. The service commitment of Morgan’s Board meets or exceeds that of other volunteer boards throughout the State. Board members spend an enormous amount of time in strategic planning forums, meeting with the Governor, appearing before legislative committees, cultivating potential donors and supporters, and participating in campus convocations and student orientations, to name only a few examples of activities that demon- strate the level and character of our commitment. We reject any suggestion of indifference on the part of the University Regents, as well as any attempt to establish a relationship between Board attendance and the recent issue with the campus construction program. The issue simply reflects the realization that though Morgan is well man- aged, it is not perfect. It is not immune to the challenges that plague much larger and better-supported universities in the State. However, in such instances, we do what any responsible board would do: ensure that the issue is carefully researched and insist that corrective measures are taken to prevent a recurrence. Unlike incidents at other campuses, any missteps at Morgan become front-page news. The construction issue, specifically, has been prominently featured in 12 lengthy front-page articles and two editorials of the Sun over the last five months. We believe that is unfair to the Morgan administration, faculty, staff and students; and it does a great disservice to our Maryland public. Our University does extremely well under some very difficult circumstances. It is recognized as the leading producer among Maryland’s traditional four-year institutions of African American undergraduates and among the top twenty in the nation, particularly in science and engi- neering. Those undergraduates go on to attend graduate and professional schools at ten percentage points beyond the average for all public colleges and universities in the State. A similar pattern is emerging at the doctoral level in the areas of engineering, education and public health. Even more exciting is the vision the University has had for the past two-and-a-half decades, to achieve the same level of distinction with a much larger, and more academically, racially and culturally diverse student population. The challenge in achieving that goal has not been a lack of commitment and leadership on the part of the governing board. It has been the continuing lack of an appropriate investment in campus resources. Compounding the resource problem is the unfortunate practice of sig- nificant mission overlap and unnecessary program duplication among neighboring institutions. This represents a gradual shift in State practice which, in our opinion, does not represent a wise use of taxpayers dollars. Thanks to the Maryland Legislature, a group of well-respected indi- viduals has been engaged to study the resource issue and to make recommendations for addressing it. The study is to be completed by mid- September. Finally, being a trustee may sometimes be a challenge for some of us because of our responsibilities as business executives, elected offi- cials, professional agency officers, parents, clergy and community leaders. Still we consider our work to be a duty and a privilege. That sense of duty and privilege, more than any state statue or university by-law, is the source of our resolve and commitment to continued service to what we view as a great institution.

Morgan State University Board of Regents:

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2008 LIFE MEMBERS NECROLOGY CHAPTER AND CLASS NEWS Continued from page 7

This list includes members who completed George R. Allen, ’51 ...... 2/13/08 King Scholarship their Life Memberships between Alumni Day, May 19, 2007 and Alumni Day, May 17, 2008. Marchand S. Barnett* ...... 3/1/08 Breakfast Set for January Although we have done everything possible Barbara A. Boone, ’72 ...... 2/25/06 Morgan’s Howard L. Cornish Metropolitan to present a full list of life members for this Baltimore Alumni Chapter will hold its 24th Anne Brooks* ...... 6/8/08 period, we apologize should there be any Annual Dr. Martin Luther omissions or mistakes. Please contact the Harold L. Brown, ’69 ...... 7/08 King, Jr. Scholarship Alumni Relations Office for any corrections. Gladys R. Burleigh, ’47 ...... 5/10/08 Breakfast on Saturday, Jan. 3, Darrell T. Carrigan* ...... 5/16/08 2009, 9:00 a.m.–12:00 noon Denise A. Barnes, ’72 & ’80 * at Martin’s West. The Rev. Robert Wayne Barnes, ’72 & ’81* Betty Coleman, ’55 ...... 5/17/08 Brina I. Bolden, ’97 Barry C. Black, Chaplain of Maj. Adrian Gerard Brockington, ’94 Diane Coupling, ’69 ...... 7/08 Michelle A. Byers, ’86 the U.S. Senate, will be the Jacqueline M. Carr-Coplin, ’77 * Marian L. Crawford, ’51 ...... 5/16/08 guest speaker. Six distin- Thomas A. Coplin, ’78 Seymour Chambers, ’01 & ’08 Barbara C. Davis, ’69 ...... 1/2/06 guished persons will be honored at the event: June Chapman, ’65 John Walters, President/CEO of Walters Col. Martin D. Compton (Ret.), ’76 & ’84 Norvell M. Dennis* ...... 5/17/08 James R. Curry, ’81 * Relocations, Inc.; Dr. Phyllis Campbell, Chief of Frances L. Watson-Curry, ’82 * Beatrice H. Drake, ’37 ...... 3/17/08 Obstetrics and Gynecology at Howard County Janese Kerr Daniels, Ph.D., ’92 Julia Davidson-Randall, ’64 Iolas J. Drake, ’67 ...... 5/17/08 General Hospital; Joan Carter Conway, Maryland Lloyd A. Davis, ’81* Walter J. Ennals, ’39 ...... 6/17/08 State Senator for the 43rd District; Christine Phyllis C. Davis, ’82 * Presberry Tolbert, Curator for Harford County’s Jeannette G. McCoy Edmonds, ’76 Thomas E. Fisher, ’70 ...... 5/30/08 Doraldo L. Edwards, ’89 Hosanna School; Jeffrey L. Grice, ’90, four-time Barbara K. Elder, ’60* Beulah E. Goins* ...... 5/5/08 Clarence L. Elder, ’58 * Emmy Award-winning Editor for Fox Sport Mattie F. Gaines, ’57 Evelyn J. Harris, ’42 ...... 6/13/08 Network and Patricia J. Briggs, ’72, Treasurer of Ronald V. Gaines, ’71 Howard J. Gillis, ’72* Harris Tyrene, ’97 ...... 3/2/08 the Howard L. Cornish Alumni Chapter. For more Irene M. Gillis, ’72 * information, please call Anthony McPhail, ’76, at James R. Gittings, ’71 Ralph D. Holland ...... 3/9/08 Catherine A. Green, ’65 (410) 461-3931, or e-mail him at Michael A. Greene, ’78 Ralph G. Horton ...... 8/4/07 [email protected]. Rosalyn Gross, ’89 Pamela C. Harris, ’88 Mwangi Karangu (Faculty) ...... 3/10/08 Adrienne F. Hawkins, ’99 Geraldine Hill, ’81 John C. Lattimore, ’69 ...... 1/6/08 Jean S. James, ’69 Christine R. Mackel, ’76 ...... 4/16/05 Morgan’s Omegas Chrishaun P. Jones, ’92 Evonne P. Jones, ’94 Michael K. May, ’70 ...... 5/18/08 Celebrate Their 85th Fontaine N. Jones, ’94 The Brothers of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. Hubert Roy Jones Jr., ’71 William J. Milbourne, ’57 ...... 5/6/08 Kristine Keenheel, ’99 – Pi Chapter will celebrate their 85th Anniversary Granvillette Kestenbaum, ’68 Hazel H. Parks, ’63 ...... 6/5/08 Jacqueline L. Lawson, ’75 on the campus of Morgan State University in Jill E. Manning, ’75 * Barbara Patterson, ’69 ...... 9/21/07 November. All brothers made at “Pi” since it was Rod F. Manning, ’81* Sonia I. Maynard-Liburd, ’79 Wilma Perry-Deen (Faculty) ...... 3/5/08 chartered, as well as their families, friends, fellow Mervin O. McCoy, ’57 Greeks and others are invited back for this historic Odette M. McNeil, ’69 Nathaniel H. Pierson, ’58 ...... 3/26/08 Angela D. Merritte Mansaray, ’94 occasion. Among the events will be: Cherlyn V. Mitchell, ’74 David C. Powell* ...... 2/25/08 Dominique A. Mitchell, ’99 Lana T. Powell, ’78 ...... 3/4/08 Casino Night Joyce T. Mitchell, ’69 Friday, Nov. 7, 2008; MSU Student Center – Tyler Gracie M. Moore-Greene, ’77 Vivian M. Rigby, ’56 ...... 10/17/07 Agnes M. Ogletree, ’83 Ballroom; 8:00 p.m. to 2:00 a.m.; Tickets: $40.00 Charles Pollard, ’57 Rodney J. Sanders, ’72 ...... 12/4/07 Joyce C. Pollard, ’67 Luther J. Perry, ’66 Louise H. Seidel, ’69 ...... 10/11/07 Black Tie Legends Banquet Herman W. Redd, ’62 & ’77 Saturday, Nov. 8, 2008; MSU Student Center – Dr. Leonard E. Richardson III, ’70 Daniel T. Skinner (Ret., Faculty) ...... 3/22/09 May N. Richardson, ’77 Calvin & Tina Tyler Ballroom; 7:00 p.m. to 12:00 Deitra Z. Ringgold, ’89 John C. Sutton, ’80 ...... 4/25/08 a.m.; Tickets: $85.00 Myrna L. Robinson, M.B.A., ’84 Carolyn White Samuels, ’68 Richard F. Tyson, ’51 ...... 12/2/07 Among those expected to attend are Leroy Battle, Llesenia Santiago, ’07 Lawrence A. Waters, ’61 ...... 5/15/08 Pi48; Earl Graves, Pi54; Peter Harvey, Pi76; Lonnie Gloria E. Savoy, ’74 Liston-Smith, Pi65, and more. Proceeds will bene- Charlotte L. Somerville, ’75 Mildred L. Westcott* ...... 5/20/08 Victoria E. Stevenson, ’72 & ’74 fit the Morgan State University Foundation – David W. Swan Jr., ’66 Edwin Williams* ...... 5/21/08 LeRoy C. Taylor, C.P.A., ’61 Linwood G. Koger Scholarship. For more infor- Ila L. Thomas, ’85 James H. Winstead* ...... 6/7/08 mation, please contact: John H. Warrington, ’70 George K. McKinney, Pi54 (443) 226-1954 Gus J. White, ’65 Arthur Word, ’69 ...... Not Available Rose C. Wiggins, ’68 Donald C. Bowser, Pi73 (443) 629-7481 Joseph C. Bradwell, Pi95 (301) 502-5010 * Family Life Membership *Attended only or visit our website at: www.pichapters85th.com.

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Alumni Events, Fall/Winter Nov. 2 Howard County Alumni Chapter Annual Fundraiser Dinner and Play, Toby’s Dinner Theatre, 5900 Symphony 2008–2009 Woods Rd., Columbia, MD 21044. Dinner, 5:00 p.m.–6:30 p.m.; show starts, 7:00 p.m. Featuring the Mel Brooks Fall 2008 musical, “The Producers.” Sept. 17 MSUNAA Board of Directors’ Meeting, Alumni House, Winter 2009 12:00 noon. Jan. 3 Howard L. Cornish Alumni Chapter’s 24th Annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., Scholarship Breakfast, Sept. 20 ROTC Alumni Chapter Meeting, Soldiers Armory, 10:00 Martin's West, 6817 Dogwood Rd., Baltimore, MD 21244, a.m.–12:00 noon. Contact Phyllis C. Davis, (301) 839-9247. 9:00 a.m.–12:00 noon. Sept. 28 Morgan State University Class of 1949, Trip to Chicago, Ill. Seven days and six nights, Sept. 28–Oct. 4, 2008. Pricing: $825.00 per person, double occupancy; $1,014.00 per person, single occupancy. For more information, please contact Grace Patterson, (410) 542-1052 or Evelon Jordan, (410) 664-9395. Oct. 18 ROTC Alumni Chapter Annual Social, location TBD. Contact Larry Banks, [email protected].

HOMECOMING Oct. 24 Homecoming Business Meeting, Murphy Fine Arts Center Recital Hall, 12:00 noon. Reception will follow. Morgan State University Foundation, Inc. Gala XXIV, Martin’s West, 6817 Dogwood Rd., Baltimore MD 21244. Attire: Black Tie. Features a live auction, dinner and dancing. For more Murphy Fine Arts Center Events information, please call (443) 885-3080. Ticket prices: $125; For more information: (443) 885-4440; Tickets: (443) 885-4443 $175 (VIP). Fall 2008 Oct. 25 Homecoming Parade 9:00 a.m., begins at The Alameda & Sept. 27 Chinquapin Parkway. Annual Tribute Concert in Honor of Dr. Nathan Carter, 6:00 p.m. Presented by Dr. Earl S. Richardson and the Dr. Class of 1966 Homecoming Brunch, University Student Nathan Carter Foundation. The GIA Vocal Ensemble, directed Center, 9:00 a.m. by Dr. James Abbington, will perform. Tickets: $50, $25. Class of 1969 Homecoming Brunch, University Sept. 28 The 51st Annual Ebony Fashion Fair, 4:00 p.m. Presented Student Center, 10:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m. All interested ’69 by the Baltimore Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta classmates, please contact Erica Fry Cryor at (443) 885- Sorority, Inc. Tickets: $40, $35, $30, $25. 3040 for more information. Oct. 7 The Clean Up Woman, 8:00 p.m.; Oct. 8–10, 8:00 p.m.; Oct. Homecoming Game, Morgan State Bears vs. Delaware State 11, 3:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m.; Oct. 12, 3:00 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. Hornets, Hughes Stadium, 1:00 p.m. Presented by J.D. Lawrence. Tickets: $46 (Oct. 11, 8:00 p.m.), Life Membership Reception, University Student Center, $39 (Oct. 10, 12), $36 (Oct. 11, 3:00 p.m.), $33 (Oct. 9), $29 9:00–12:00 noon. Admission: Life Membership Card. (Oct. 8), $25.50 (Oct. 7) All Classes Reunion, University Student Center, Calvin & Tina Nov. 14 31st Annual Dorothy P. Stanley Scholarship Fund Tyler Ballroom, 4:00 p.m. Dance Festival, 7:00 p.m.; Nov. 15, 7:00 p.m. Presented by the MSU Modern Dance Ensemble. Tickets: $10, general Morgan Memories, University Student Center, Calvin & Tina admission; $5, children under 12. Tyler Ballroom, 10:00 p.m.—4:00 a.m., $30.00. Dec. 6 “The Magnificent Marching Machine” MSU Marching Band Show, 4:00 p.m. Melvin N. Miles, Jr., Director. Tickets: $10, Oct. 26 Annual Candlelight Memorial Service, Morgan Interfaith general admission; $5, MSU students. Center, 11:00 a.m. Honoring recently deceased alumni, faculty, staff and students. For more information, contact the Alumni Dec. 14 MSU Choir Annual Christmas Concert, 4:00 p.m. Dr. Eric Relations Office at (443) 885-3015. Conway, Conductor. Tickets: $25, $20, $10.

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212 Cathedral St., Baltimore, MD 21201; Dec. 5, 8:00 p.m., The Music Center at Strathmore, 5301 Tuckerman Lane, North Bethesda, MD 20852; Dec. 6, 11:00 a.m., Joseph Meyerhoff Symphony Hall, 1212 Cathedral St., Baltimore, MD 21201

Dec. 14 Annual MSU Choir Christmas Concert, 4:00 p.m., Gilliam Concert Hall, 2201 Argonne Dr., Baltimore, MD 21251

MSU Choir Events Fall 2008 Check Out Coach Bozeman’s Blog at: http://toddbozeman.blogspot.com/ Sept. 12 Concert at Reid Temple AME Church, 8:00 p.m., 11400 Glendale Blvd., Glendale, MD 20769

Sept. 21 Concert at Union Wesley AME Zion Church, Question to MSU Alumni: 4:30 p.m., 1860 Michigan Ave., N.E., Washington, DC 20018 Will a proposed Morgan State University- football classic planned for September 2009 Oct. 16, 17, 18 Performances with Marin Alsop and the Baltimore at the ’ M & T Bank Stadium affect Symphony Orchestra: Leonard Bernstein’s “Mass,” your plans to attend Morgan’s homecoming next year? 8:00 p.m., Joseph Meyerhoff Symphony Hall, 1212 Cathedral St., Baltimore, MD 21201 QPlease send your answers to Floyd Kerr, MSU Director of Athletics, [email protected] Oct. 24, 25, 26 Performances with Marin Alsop and the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra: Leonard Bernstein’s “Mass.” Oct. 24, 8:00 p.m., Carnegie Hall, ; Oct. 25, 3:00 p.m., Palace Cathedral, New York 2008 Football Schedule City; Oct. 26, 4:00 p.m., Kennedy Center, Head Coach: Donald Hill-Eley Washington, D.C. Date Opponent Location Time 9/6 Towson Towson, Md. 6:00 p.m. Nov. 9 New Shiloh Baptist Church Concert, 6:00 p.m., 9/13 North Carolina Central Hughes Stadium 4:00 p.m. 2100 N. Monroe St., Baltimore, MD 21217 9/20 Winston-Salem State Winston-Salem, N.C. 6:00 p.m. 9/27 Rutgers New Brunswick, N.J. 3:30 p.m. 10/4 *Bethune-Cookman Hughes Stadium 4:00 p.m. Nov. 16 Concert sponsored by the D.C. Chapter of the 10/11 *North Carolina A&T Greensboro, N.C. 1:30 p.m. MSU Alumni Association, 5:00 p.m., Metropolitan 10/18 *Howard Washington, D.C. 1:00 p.m. Baptist Church, 1225 R Street N.W., Washington, 10/25 *Delaware State Hughes Stadium 1:00 p.m. 11/1 *Florida A&M Tallahassee, Fla. 3:00 p.m. DC 20009 11/8 *Norfolk State Norfolk, Va. 1:00 p.m. 11/15 *South Carolina State Hughes Stadium 4:00 p.m. Dec. 4, 5, 6 Performances with Marin Alsop and the Baltimore 11/22 *Hampton Hughes Stadium 1:00 p.m. Symphony Orchestra: “Too Hot to Handel.” Dec. (*) Denotes MEAC Game 4, 8:00 p.m., Joseph Meyerhoff Symphony Hall, 1 Home games in Bold will be played at Hughes Stadium on Morgan State Campus.

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There is always something To enhance our recruitment exciting happening at Morgan State efforts, our office is now seeking Save This Date! University, and MSU’s Office of alumni to join the University’s Undergraduate Admissions & Alumni Recruitment Program. Recruitment would love our alumni Sharing your experiences and to jump on board and add to the telling how Morgan has contributed excitement. The growing interest in to your success would be an incen- Morgan is evident in the large num- tive for students to apply. XXIV bers of undergraduate applications Great changes are taking Gala received daily.The Admissions & place in every aspect of the Recruitment office is constantly busy University. Help the administra- handling hundreds of inquiries; tion, faculty, staff and students October 24, 2008 processing thousands of applica- spread the good news! tions, transcripts and SAT/ACT test To sign up, or for more infor- at Martin’s West scores; visiting high schools and mation, contact Troy E. Quinn, community colleges; and hosting troy.quinn@morgan .edu, or campus tours and open house pro- Kimberly Washington, grams for prospects, parents and [email protected], guidance counselors. No doubt, at the Office of Undergraduate these accomplishments are made Admissions & Recruitment, or call possible by the tireless efforts of the office at (443) 885-3000 or Morgan Forever, Forever Morgan

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