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Onejiundred $ourth finnual Commencement SATURDAY, MA 6, 2000 SHINGTON STATE UNIVERS TY P LLMAN, WASHINGTON The branch campus ceremonies are listed on the back cover. 2 8:00 a.m. College of Liberal Arts The Commencement Procession Music by the Washington State University Wind Symphony with Professor L. Keating Johnson conducting Washington State University Trumpet Ensemble with Professor David Turnbull conducting Candidates for Advanced Degrees Undergraduate Candidates Hooders Faculty Vice Provosts and College Deans ROTC Cadre Mace Bearer and Honor Guards (Faculty Senate, ASWSU and GPSA Presidents) College Flag Bearer Regents of the University Honored Guests of the University President of the University The National Anthem Dr. Julie Wieck, School of Music and Theatre Arts, and the Washington State University Wind Symphony Greetings and Introductions Dr. Samuel H. Smith, President Presentation of Regents' Medallion Bernadett Buchanan, WSU Student Regent Student Address Steve Wymer, President, Associated Students of WSU Commencement Spotlight Recognition President's Office Staff Sahlin Faculty Excellence Award Dr. Shelli Fowler, Instruction Commencement Address Christine Gregoire, Attorney General, State ofWashingron Recognition of Honor Societies Dr. Rom Markin, Provost Commissioning of ROTC Officer Candidates Brigadier General Barbara Doornink, U.S. Army Advanced Degrees Bachelor's Degrees Alma Mater Led by Devon Earls, School of Music and Theatre Arts Recessional Washington State University Wind Symphony SPECIAL NOTE FOR PARENTS AND FRIENDS: Professional photographers will photograph all candidates as they receive their diploma covers from the deans. A photo will be mailed to each graduate, and additional photos may be purchased at reasonable rates. Parents and friends of the graduates are asked to remain in their seats during the ceremonies. 3 11:30 a.m. College of Business and Economics College of Education The Commencement Procession Music by the Washington State University Wind Symphony with Professor L. Keating Johnson conducting Washington State University Trumpet Ensemble with Professor David Turnbull conducting Candidates for Advanced Degrees Undergraduate Candidates Hooders Vice Provosts and College Deans Mace Bearer and Honor Guards (Faculty Senate, ASWSU and GPSA Presidents) College Flag Bearers Regents of the University Honored Guests of the University President of the University The National Anthem Dr. Julie Wieck, School of Music and Theatre Arts, and the Washington State University Wind Symphony Greetings and Introductions Dr. Samuel H. Smith, President Student Address Steve Wymer, President, Associated Students of WSU Sahlin Faculty Excellence Award Christine Sodorff, Public Service Commencement Address Kenneth Alhadeff, WSU Regent Recognition of Honor Societies Dr. Rom Markin, Provost Advanced Degrees Bachelor's Degrees Alma Mater Led by Devon Earls, School of Music and Theatre Arts Recessional Washington State University Wind Symphony SPECIAL NOTE FOR PARENTS AND FRIENDS: Professional photographers will photograph all candidates as they receive their diploma covers from the deans. A photo will be mailed to each graduate, and additional photos may be purchased at reasonable rates. Parents and friends of the graduates are asked to remain in their seats during the ceremonies. 4 3:00 p.m. College of Agriculture and Home Economics College of Engineering and Architecture College of Nursing College of Pharmacy College of Sciences College ofVeterinary Medicine The Commencement Procession Music by the Washington State University Wind Symphony with Professor L. Keating Johnson conducting Washington State University Trumpet Ensemble with Professor David Turnbull conducting Candidates for Advanced Degrees Undergraduate Candidates Hooders Vice Provosts and College Deans Mace Bearer and Honor Guards (Faculty Senate, ASWSU and GPSA Presidents) College Flag Bearers Regents of the University Honored Guests of the University President of the University The National Anthem Dr. Julie Wieck, School of Music and Theatre Arts, and the Washington State University Wind Symphony Greetings and Introductions Dr. Samuel H. Smith, President Student Address Steve Wymer, President, Associated Students of WSU Senior Gift Presentation Matthew Perini, Senior Class Representative Sahlin Faculty Excellence Award Dr. Philip Marston, Research, Scholarship, and Arts Commencement Address Dr. John Fabian, Research Executive, Astronaut Address by President and Mrs. Smith Recognition of Honor Societies Dr. Rom Markin, Provost Advanced Degrees Bachelor's Degrees Alma Mater Led by Devon Earls, School of Music and Theatre Arts Recessional Washington State University Wind Symphony SPECIAL NOTE FOR PARENTS AND FRIENDS: Professional photographers will photograph all candidates as they receive their diploma covers from the deans. A photo will be mailed to each graduate, and additional photos may be purchased at reasonable rates. Parents and friends of the graduates are asked to remain in their seats during the ceremonies. 5 THIS COMMENCEMENT END OF ERA FOR SAM AND PAT SMITH This commencement, Washington State University's 104th, is the end of an era for Sam and Pat Smith. Last June, Sam Smith announced he would retire as WSU's presi dent on July 1 of this year. He said almost a year ago, "Working with the university commu nity and WSU's many supporters, I have achieved the major goals I set for myselfin coming to the presidency in 1985. Most importantly; we have transformed WSU from a university with a single rural cam pus to a statewide institution with four campuses-including Spo kane, the Tri-Cities, and Vancouver-eight learning centers, and a distance education program serving students in every county of the state." University presidents should "leave on an uptick," Smith said about the timing of his retirement. This is the right time for a presidential transition in a new century, with new challenges, and with WSU in "good shape academically and financially," he said. The Smiths enjoy the ceremony that recognizes the achievements of students. Watching families and friends happily gathered to see a loved one graduate "emphasizes the focus ofWSU on its students and their hope for the future using the education and training they have received," said Pat Smith. President Smith added, "It's the high point of the year for families, faculty, and staff Students achieve a goal of earning an education and documenting it with a WSU degree." In the three commencement ceremonies today here in Pullman, President Smith will continue one of his proudest achievements. More than one-third of all WSU graduates-since the University's first com mencement in 1897-have graduated during his tenure. Sam and Pat Smith After commencement, what's next? The Smiths will move from Pullman to their condominium in Se attle, where they have stayed when on the "westside" for University business, including legislative visits and fund-raising. For some retired couples, traveling tops their list. For the Smiths, staying home is a priority. "So much of our lives over the past 15 years has involved travel," President Smith said. "We are looking forward to more time at home." Not being tied to a university president's busy schedule means they are also "looking forward to having unscheduled time and an opportunity for us to see our children and granddaughter." As president emeritus, he will have an office at WSU West in downtown Seattle. He plans to take on a limited number of projects for WSU. He also continues as chair of the National Association of State Universities and Land-Grant Colleges, the nation's oldest higher education association. Pat Smith has been an active docent of the WSU Museum ofArt and serves on the Pullman Memorial Hospital Foundation board. She served on the State Arts Commission, Girl Scouts of the Inland Northwest, and United Way of Pullman boards. 'Tm sure I will continue to do some volunteer work in the future," she said. Looking back on their years at WSU, "This job has always been a labor of love and time has sped by," said President Smith. When the former dean at Pennsylvania State University and his wife arrived in Pullman 15 years ago, "We knew exactly what we were coming to," he said, "a major university in a small, friendly town. We were welcomed with open arms." Adds Pat Smith, "We like Pullman very much. We will miss the town and the people we see on a regular basis because we have enjoyed many friendships. Our hearts will always be with WSU. A day will not go by without WSU students, faculty, staff, alumni, and friends in our thoughts." The Samuel H. and Patricia W Smith Teaching and Learning Endowment, established by the WSU Foundation and funded by private donations, will build on the Smiths' legacies. It will touch the lives of every WSU student for generations to come through support of innovative teaching. Summarizing his tenure as WSU's eighth president, Smith said, "I am very proud of this university and the way it has grown in quality and stature. This was a great university when we came here. It is an even better one today." 6 COMMENCEMENT 2000 Washington State University, on the occasion of its 104th annual commencement, cordially welcomes all those who have come to the Pullman campus to share in ceremonies honoring the graduating class of 2000. To the members of the Class of 2000, the University extends sincere congratulations. WSU is dedicated to preparing students for productive lives and professional careers, to basic and applied