JOHNSON C. SMITH UNIVERSITY SPRING 2003 NEWSLETTER

A Look Inside the New Irwin Belk Complex

he new Irwin Belk Complex at significance is the unique "public-private" next three years for the additional funds Johnson C. Smith University, which partnership formed between JCSU and the spent to complete the track. "While funding Tfeatures an Olympic-size track and a Mecklenburg County Park and Recreation a project of this magnitude is always chal- high-tech academic facility, has been open Commission to construct a state-of-the-art lenging, we are pleased that JCSU is able to since January and is already receiving a track facility for the community. The general do so without compromising academic or major workout. Because it sits just under public can utilize the track for exercise every support services for our students and with- the beautiful Charlotte skyline and right off day from 8:00 a.m. to dusk. out negatively impacting our faculty and the highway, it's a facility for everyone to see staff," says President Yancy. and enjoy. "Now, we have a prized jewel to "No one could have share for many years to come imagined just how important with our students, alumni, this facility would be to our students and to the communi- friends and the community." ty," says Dorothy Cowser In addition to the track Yancy, Ph.D., JCSU president. and field, the academic portion "Everyone is so excited about of the complex features a dance having a first-class stadium studio, a locker room, a top- right here in Charlotte. It truly quality weight room and multi- is an asset to this community." media classrooms. The Health So far, the complex and Physical Education has been the sight of several Department has relocated and major events including the already begun classes in the Central Intercollegiate Athletic facility. Association (CIAA) Spring The stadium, which seats Sports Championship, the approximately 4,500 fans, also American Cancer Society Relay means that the Golden Bulls for Life and the first-ever JCSU home track "This jointly planned and funded football team will finally play home games in meet. The stadium has even been adopted facility exemplifies the creativity of a strong their very own stadium. For many years, by area middle and high schools as the scene public-private venture," says Park and continued on page 2 of choice for track events. Many of these Recreation Director Wayne Weston. "To events are bringing people from all across achieve the high expectations of the Charlotte Charlotte and the country to JCSU. community, resources of the public, private In This Issue: "It's definitely a place of major and non-profit sectors must be leveraged. interest for students, alumni and the general This project is a successful representation of New Technology at JCSU...... page 3 public. It's considered by many to be the that philosophy." best track facility in the Southeast," says Fundraising efforts for the stadium, JCSU Ranks High...... page 4 Stadium Manager Jason Woullard. "As soon which was an $8.9 million endeavor, began in as it opened, I started receiving calls from all 1995. It is named for Charlotte Businessman JCSU Celebrates 136 Years...... page 5 over. We're almost booked up for the year." Irwin Belk who donated $1 million to the Band Performs at the Dome...... page 7 Upcoming events include a project in 1997. JCSU also received funding state-wide Special Olympics, the Amateur from grants, corporations, friends and alum- Alumni Class Notes...... page 10 Athletics Union (AAU) Summer Games and ni. Mecklenburg County contributed nearly the new Carolina Trojans, a minor league $2.3 million for the construction of the track In The Next Issue...... page 11 football team that has committed to playing portion of the facility. After negotiations How To Leave a Legacy...... page 13 five home games on JCSU turf. In addition were finalized in January 2003, JCSU is pay- to all of the scheduled events, of major ing the County more than $800,000 over the

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Published by: New Irwin Belk Complex The Office of Public Relations, continued from page 1 in collaboration with the Office of Alumni Affairs, for "I think once this stadium is full of our alumni and friends own fans, it's really going to be an of JCSU. awesome feeling for all of us," says Woullard. Please address letters, Fans can find one of the best fea- tures of the stadium while walking down photos, and concerns to: from campus. A long path of bricks that were paid for by alumni and friends JCSU News illustrates the pride and enthusiasm that Office of Public Relations the Irwin Belk Complex brings to 100 Beatties Ford Road Charlotte. Charlotte, NC 28216 "This is a time of excitement and appreciation from the JCSU family to all JCSU has played its home football games at those who have made our vision a reality," the nearby Memorial Stadium. Although says President Yancy. "To see our students, Homecoming 2003 will remain at Memorial faculty, staff, alumni and the community get Stadium to support the larger crowd, the new JCSU Quick Facts to enjoy this beautiful facility is an stadium manager says that he and his staff outstanding reward. They really deserve it." are getting Irwin Belk ready for the "roar in Location: the bull pen" from Golden Bulls fans. 100 Beatties Ford Road Charlotte, NC 28216

Founded: The Golden Bull Walk 1867 as Biddle Institute leads to the new stadium and Became JCSU in 1923 carries nearly 500 names of alumni and friends of the Joined UNCF: university. 1944

President: Dorothy Cowser Yancy, Ph.D.

A top-notch weight facility gives students, faculty and staff a major workout.

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Groundbreaking Technology at JCSU Could Have Major Impact on Homeland Security and Aviation Safety

ohnson C. Smith University is Smith because there was real expertise the only educational institution in this area." Jand one of few companies in The PMMW imagers are the United States to possess an expensive due to the high cost of the emerging technological develop- millimeter-wave receivers needed to ment having potential applications build them. A wide spectrum of in homeland security and aviation knowledge is needed in order to safety. This project, funded by the do research in this field such as elec- NASA Glenn Research Center, has tromagnetic waves, microwave and allowed the passive millimeter-wave millimeter-wave antennas and (PMMW) imager to be built and devices, automatic control systems, delivered to JCSU for further evalu- image reconstruction techniques, ation and research. It may open the super-resolution algorithms, opti- door to new ways of handling air- mization methods, electronics circuits port security, aircraft landing, space design and optics. shuttle diagnostics and battlefield combat. Left to Right: Dr. Isaiah Blankson, Dr. "Johnson C. Smith University has "The passive millimeter-wave imag- Alan Lettington, Dr. Dorothy Cowser diligently worked to integrate technology into all aspects of our curriculum. With this proj- er is a camera that can detect objects Yancy and Dr. Magdy Attia take a look through clothing, dense fog, walls and other ect, we hope that others will not only recog- visibly opaque materials using millimeter- at the PMMW imager and discuss its nize our commitment to technology, but also wave radiation. One advantage is its ability potential applications in homeland appreciate our focus on research," says to see through severe weather conditions," security. Dorothy Cowser Yancy, Ph.D., says Dr. Alan Lettington, professor emeritus JCSU president. faculty and other agencies," says Attia. at the University of Reading and a world- Students will begin research projects in the renowned scientist in the field of PMMW Fall. imaging. Currently, most air traffic control Mm-wave research has been an systems and surveillance cameras use infrared underdeveloped area until recently. waves, which are significantly weakened in During the past decade, attention has been poor weather. increased to utilize the technology to build Another advantage to the PMMW surveillance cameras for a wide spectrum imager is that objects are not subject to exter- of applications. Since September 11, nal radiation in order to obtain an image. potential applications and interest in the "This technology makes it possible to detect development of PMMW objects without being detected–that's why imaging has significantly increased. it's called passive," says Lettington. NASA, the U.S. Department of Defense, Four years ago, Dr. Magdy Attia, and other national organizations are look- project director and JCSU department chair ing at ways to reproduce the imager for of computer science and engineering, further research. collaborated with Lettington and the NASA "Our primary interest in this Glenn Research Center to study and develop technology is aviation safety. If aircraft the PMMW imager. The camera was recently control towers or airplanes can be delivered to JCSU from England as a model equipped with mm-wave cameras, then even for further research in the U.S. in adverse weather conditions, airports can World renowned scientist "Having this comprehensive engi- remain open with the least loss of productivi- Dr. Alan Lettington and his neering system at Johnson C. Smith provides ty," says Dr. Isaiah M. Blankson, senior scien- research assistant test the new an excellent training ground for our students tist and technologist at NASA Glenn to gain expertise in mm-wave technology as PMMW imager at JCSU. Research Center. "NASA came to Johnson C. well as opens research opportunities for

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JCSU Seeks New JCSU Ranks Among the Best Colleges Name for ohnson C. Smith University continues to JCSU Ranks Among the Nation's be heralded as one of the nation's Best in Graduating Student Newsletter Jpremier colleges and universities. As evi- Athletes dence, JCSU has received a number of national he Office of Public Relations rankings this year: JCSU is one of two Central Intercollegiate wishes to give you a new and improved newsletter. From the Athletic Association (CIAA) schools to T JCSU Ranks in the Top Tier masthead to the interesting news receive the 2002-2003 USA Today/NCAA stories and great photographs, you will in U.S. News Academic Achievement Award for its out- see more, learn more, and receive the standing graduation rates among student-ath- consistent news you need to keep you JCSU advanced to 24th in the nation (top tier) letes. JCSU is recognized for graduating stu- informed of what's happening at your among the best small comprehensive colleges in dent-athletes at a 35 percentage-point differ- alma mater. the South in U.S. News and World Report's ence higher than the student body. The annual guide, "America's Best Colleges 2003." Golden Bulls have rounded up the eighth best For years, this quarterly publication has Last year, JCSU was at tied at 25th place. The graduation percentage comparison between been called the "Johnson C. Smith rankings are based on a questionnaire sent to non-athletes and student-athletes in the coun- University Newsletter" and has never all four-year colleges and universities. JCSU try among Division II schools. In addition, been officially named. As part of its was recognized for its small classes and percent JCSU ranks sixth out of 270 NCAA Division improvements, we are currently of full-time faculty. The university also scored II schools for improving the graduation rate seeking a new name, and we need your well on its graduation and retention rates. In by 44 percentage-points from last year's help! addition, the guide shows that JCSU is one of reported rate for freshmen entering in 1994. the "best values" in America, ranking 17 If you are a JCSU alumnus and have an among southern universities. According to idea of a new name, send your U.S. News, "best values" universities such as suggestion to: JCSU are "above average academically and cost Johnson C. Smith University considerably less than many other schools Attn: Public Relations/New Name when the financial aid, in the form of need- 100 Beatties Ford Road based grants, that they dispense is taken into Charlotte, NC 28216 account."

or email it to [email protected]. JCSU Ranks in the Top 50 Best Colleges for Please submit only one entry with your African-American Students name, class, address, phone number and/or email address no later than Monday, July 28, 2003. The January 2003 issue of Black Enterprise magazine ranks JCSU among the top 50 best A committee will select a winner, colleges for African-American students. This and the winner will be year, JCSU ranks 36 of 482 colleges and highlighted along with universities. JCSU is the only Central the newly named newsletter Intercollegiate Athletic Association (CIAA) in the next issue. member institution on the list. Black Enterprise publishes the top 50 list once every two years, JOHNSON C. SMITH UNIVERSITY and JCSU ranked 18th and 25th respectively Summer - Fall 2002 Newsletter in 1999 and 2001. "As the competition contin- ues to grow, JCSU will remain focused on striving for excellence and maintaining high standards for our students," says Dorothy Cowser Yancy, Ph.D., JCSU president.

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Computer Science Major Finds His JCSU Celebrates Place in Law 136 Years managing partner of Parker, Poe and a mem- ber of the JCSU Board of Trustees. "He is a of Excellence focused individual who seeks academic chal- he spotlight shined on JCSU as lenges and professional growth." the institution observed its 136th So in order to tap into both of his TAnniversary during a Founders' interests–law and technology--Jihad has cho- Day Celebration . Founded in 1867, sen to make his mark in intellectual property JCSU is one of Charlotte's oldest (IP), an uncommon niche for African- institutions and one of the country's Americans in the law profession and a satisfy- oldest and strongest Historically Black ing compromise for Jihad's career goals. Colleges and Universities (HBCU). It IP is a highly specialized area of law has been heralded as one of the nation's designed to encourage creativity and fair com- best small colleges by U.S. News and petition in the marketplace. Patents, copy- World Report, Yahoo and Black rights and trademarks are all familiar IP Enterprise magazines. The Reverend terms. It protects the rights of individuals Dr. Larry Hill, a 1971 JCSU graduate, and businesses who have transformed their inspired the audience as the keynote ihad Muhammad has found his niche. ideas into property. speaker. Hill is currently the Pastor of When he was little, he always dreamed The Internet, new computer gadgets Woodland Presbyterian Church in Jof becoming a lawyer, but just after his and other technological tools have become Paw Creek, NC. freshman year, Jihad was intrigued with prime targets for IP cases. "With so many technology. In fact, that's one of the reasons ideas for new technologies, intellectual prop- he says he chose JCSU--because of its erty law interests me because I can use my commitment to technology. computer science background with a law Now, as a junior, computer science degree to protect those new designs and major, Jihad is A+ Certified, Network + ideas." Certified and Microsoft Certified. He In this profession, Jihad can use already has more certificates and awards in what he's learned at JCSU along with his law computer science and academics at JCSU degree to protect the rights of other people than most information technology profes- as well as any ideas, new computers or sionals in the field. programs he may need to patent himself. "I don't believe I could have His ultimate dream is to not only practice IP Historical Marker received a stronger technology background law, but also to own a wireless-technology for George E. anywhere else. I've interned at AOL for the consulting firm. Then, he wants to become a past two years with students from Harvard college professor teaching law and computer Davis and Princeton, and I had received a lot more science. historical marker honoring preparation than they had," says Jihad. With "With or without our assistance Dr. George E. Davis will be the sound computer science background through the scholarship, Jihad will achieve placed on the campus of Jihad has received at JCSU, he could certain- A any goal he sets for himself," says Farthing. Johnson C. Smith University in the ly become successful in the technology field. Jihad will take the LSAT and is cur- Summer. Dr. Davis was a graduate of But just recently, Jihad was awarded rently visiting law schools all across the coun- Biddle University and the first African a full tuition scholarship for his senior year try that have a focus in intellectual property. American professor at JCSU. He was from Parker, Poe, Adams and Berstein LLP, a In the meantime, he's just going to enjoy his also an organizer of the Rosenwald prominent Carolina legal firm, to pursue a new wireless laptop as a senior at JCSU. Schools--educational facilities for black career in law. As part of the scholarship, he children built in the 1900's. Dr. will spend the summer as an intern at the Davis' house is registered as an historic Charlotte office. site at JCSU and is located on Campus "Jihad exemplifies the characteris- Street. The historical marker will be tics we envisioned when we established this placed at the corner of Beatties Ford scholarship," says William Farthing, Road and Campus Street.

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JCSU Receives New Executive Staff Largest Award New Administrators Seek to at Tulane University and Senior Financial Build Strong Financial Base Consultant at Merrill Lynch. Hampton in School History received a master's degree from the at JCSU University of Wisconsin-Madison, and he he Duke Endowment has granted completed undergraduate study at Dillard more than $3.9 million to ee Hampton has joined the JCSU University in New Orleans. TJohnson C. Smith University. family as the new vice president for This is the largest grant in the school's Linstitutional advancement. Previously, Kathryn Jehle was appointed as history. Funds from The Duke Hampton was the executive director of vice president for finance. Since June 2001, Endowment are provided annually corporate and Jehle has served as Interim Vice President both for general operating support and foundation develop- and recently accepted the position on a full- for special projects and programs. Of ment at Embry- time basis. Her key initiatives are to help major significance this year is the com- Riddle Aeronautical the university operate on solid financial mitment of $3.1 million for the James University in footing, improve financial information to B. Duke Scholarship Program. This Daytona Beach, constituents and improve financial merit-based, full-tuition scholarship Florida–the world's processes and practices. "I am proud of honors students who demonstrate oldest, largest and what we have accomplished in the past year academic excellence, leadership and most prestigious and a half," says Jehle, "and excited to service. "We are honored to receive aviation/aerospace continue to help build the financial The Duke Endowment grant and par- university. He was infrastructure necessary for an outstanding ticularly excited about the Trustees' responsible for liberal arts university to be successful in the commitment to increase funding for planning and 21st century." scholarships," says Dorothy Cowser implementing a comprehensive Jehle has 25 years of broad Yancy, Ph.D., JCSU president. "This program to promote global philanthropic financial experi- grant is a major boost for the financial support from corporations and private foun- ence in financial viability of Johnson C. Smith." The dations. reporting, strate- funding will help JCSU strategically In his new position, Hampton par- gic planning and plan and compete with other private ticipates as a member of the JCSU Executive budgeting, tax universities by maintaining a strong Cabinet and provides managerial direction planning, employ- foundation to continue to attract and for an evolving division that includes private ee benefits and retain quality students and faculty. fundraising, alumni relations and public management The grant will also be used to support relations. "Much of the progress that information sys- the study abroad program and main- Johnson C. Smith has enjoyed over the years tems. She cur- tain the university's infrastructure. can be attributed to the support of forward- rently serves thinking partners in the private and will continue sector, dedicated alumni and outstanding as a partner with friends," says Hampton. "We will work Tatum CFO closely with the academic leadership of the Partners LLP associated with the Charlotte university to add value and service to exist- office. Jehle's previous experience includes ing partnerships, create new alliances and positions as senior vice president and chief ensure the growth of future philanthropy." financial officer of Comshare, chief Hampton's professional experience financial officer of Pharmavene Inc., Vice also includes positions as Vice Chancellor of President of Finance with AMF Bowling University Advancement at Winston-Salem Centers and vice president of CAA President Yancy along with William State University, Executive Director of Industries. H. Gray, UNCF president and Development at North Carolina State Jehle earned a B.B.A. and an CEO, Sebetha Jenkins, President of University, Director of Corporate Relations M.B.A. from the University of Michigan. Jarvis Christian College and Chair of UNCF member presidents present $1.5 million to Morris Brown College at UNCF’s 59th Annual Awards Ceremony. Johnson C. Smith University UNIVERSITY NEWS 7

JCSU Marching Band Performs for Sold-Out Technology Crowd at Georgia Dome Initiative at JCSU to be he sign on the Broadcast Georgia Dome Tmarquis said it all, Nationwide "This event is sold out." More than 43,500 fans ohnson C. Smith University filed into the Georgia and its recognized technology Dome to witness one of Jinitiative is the focus of a the most exciting events– three-minute feature story on the the first-ever Honda Battle television series, American Business of the Bands Invitational Review hosted by Morley Safer, which Showcase. The Johnson began to air on Public Broadcasting C. Smith University Service (PBS) stations across the coun- Marching Band, also try in March. The special segment of known as the International the American Review Series will "We appreciate Honda and the Institution of Sound (IIOS), was one of highlight the value of small colleges like alumni support we received for this event," eight historically black colleges chosen to JCSU in arming students with the says Duncan Gray, JCSU Director of Bands. take the field and showcase their talents. essential technology and skills needed "This was a great opportunity for us to share IIOS brought the house down with their to be successful in today's information our talents with a national audience and to unique, high-stepping and energetic musical age. The American Review Series is make everyone in Charlotte proud of JCSU." performance. The JCSU Charlotte Alumni comprised of noncommercial, educa- The university received $10,000 from Chapter sponsored a road trip to Atlanta tional stories that are distributed as two American Honda Motor Co., Inc., for the and brought alumni and friends to provide to five minute newsbreaks to 345 PBS band’s participation. that extra fan support. stations across the country. The JCSU story has the potential to air multiple JCSU Students Build First Habitat for times over the next year. Humanity Home

says Tindall. "Our purpose is to serve JCSU and the community and provide students with the opportunity to help low income families and to educate them about the positive effects that volunteering for Habitat for Humanity provides." With this service, each student not only receives Have some a rewarding experience, JCSU News! but also 120 hours of Please contact the tudents in the Johnson C. Smith community service for the semester. The JCSU Office of Public Relations University college chapter of Habitat JCSU college chapter will build over seven at 704-378-1022 for Humanity have built their first S Habitat for Humanity homes. or e-mail [email protected]. home. Anthony Tindall, a sophomore at We are waiting to hear from you! JCSU, developed the college chapter last Fall. "We are excited about this project,"

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Recent Grants JCSU Student Gives the Gift The Duke Endowment - $3.9 million To provide programmatic support of Community Service in seven areas Jason Brown, a JCSU senior, has like a brother to me. He's part of my family." UNCF/HOPE - $7,000 been named Charlotte's 2003 Each year, the Mayor's Mentoring Alliance To support an HIV/AIDS Mentor of the Year because of his presents the Mentor of the Year Award to an education program commitment to a local individual who has made an outstanding commitment to the development of a caring elementary school student. Mellon Foundation - $75,000 relationship with a child. The YWCA To launch a new leadership nominated Brown because of his "uncondi- development program ith a charismatic smile and a love tional work as a mentor, commitment to for children, it's no wonder that Mellon Foundation - $250,000 mentoring and engaging others to become the Mayor of Charlotte calls Jason To support an information literacy W involved in mentoring." project for the library Brown the 2003 Mentor of the Year. Brown, Brown, who is majoring in commu- a senior at Johnson C. Smith University, was nications with a minor in music, also took UNCF/CDC - $20,000 recognized at the Mayor's Mentoring Alliance the initiative to involve his fraternity in men- To fund an ecology enhancement project awards luncheon and at a Charlotte City toring by organizing a partnership with Big Council meeting for his commitment to a New York University - $1,500 Brothers-Big Sisters. To participate in The American Dream local elementary student. So often, the community is not Revisited Project For two years, Brown has developed aware of the college students who give of a special "big brother" relationship with their time and experiences to make a differ- Government Sponsored Programs Donquel Davis, a student at Elizabeth ence in their community. JCSU is one of few and Research Traditional Elementary School. Brown says institutions to require students to complete he engages the student in activities such as U.S. Department of Education - $1,729,134 community service hours before graduating. To support Title III program for strengthening visits to campus, football and basketball This service-learning component to the over- HBCUs games, playing video games and just spending all curriculum at JCSU is a unique feature quality time. and helps students like Brown see the value in U.S. Department of Education - $3,750 "Donquel reminds me of myself actively being a part of their community. To fund the Better Teaching through when I was young," says Brown. "He really is Assessment (BETA) Project

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill - $69,102 BioScience Sharium Project: To enhance life sciences education through the BioSharium Science Project Aims to Enhance Life Sciences Education at JCSU

National Institute of Health - $668,310 To provide funding for the continuation of CSU is one of eight North Carolina academic settings. "JCSU has sought to inte- the MBRS Rise Program colleges to participate in the BioScience grate technology throughout our curriculum, JSharium, a project that seeks to improve and having a full-time funded professor with Historically Minority Colleges & life sciences education and encourage minori- technology expertise will further move our Universities Consortium of NC ty students to pursue life sciences careers. science department and this university for- (HMCUC) - $17,353 The project was launched by the Partnership ward," says Marilyn Sutton-Haywood, Ph.D., To support the JCSU/Thomasboro service learning project and close the achievement gap for Minority Advancement in Biomolecular JCSU assistant vice president for Academic of 4th and 5th grade students Science and provides funding for each partner Affairs and faculty coordinator for the university to receive a life science change BioScience Project. U.S. Department of Education - $149,025 agent--a Ph.D. life scientist who will work To address educational needs through the with the natural sciences department over the Campus and Community Center for Learning next three years. The project is a technology- and Technology project based organization of shared resources provid- State of North Carolina - $13,000 ing colleges with access to a wealth of knowl- To address high risk drinking and substance edge to use in classroom instruction and other abuse

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2002-2003 Lyceum Highlights Students Learn a Lesson on Race he Johnson C. Smith University Lyceum Series is one of the stellar and Education Tlecture and performance series in the Charlotte area, offering programs of t's been 50 years since the international stature. Each month Supreme Court ended legal segre- during the 2002-2003 academic year, gation in Brown vs. Board of students enjoyed an enriching speaker or I Education, and many public schools performance. Take a look at some of these continue to struggle with equality in activities: the classrooms. JCSU students are now learning that the Supreme Court's consideration of arguments against affirmative action programs could have implications on their Reverend Irene Monroe, nationally known future. theologian, writer and gay and lesbian activist "I want these students to spoke to JCSU students on issues related to know that if it happened back then, ethnicity, sexual orientation and religion. if we're not careful, to systematically do something to prevent it, it can happen again," said Charlotte- Mecklenburg Board of Education Chairperson Wilhelmenia Rembert. Rembert talked to students Anthony Cohen reenacts how he mailed about how the impending decision himself inside a wood box via train from and the 50th anniversary of Brown Philadelphia to New York City as some vs. Board of Education may affect escaped slaves did in the past. Cohen is an them personally. "Everything that internationally-known historian devoted to we've had to go through, I feel that preserving the legacy of the Underground affirmative action has not been in Railroad. place long enough to make a differ- ence," said student Kameron From Pulitzer Prize Winner George Walker to Franklin. the powerful introspective quartets of These students are learning Shostakovich, the Marian Anderson Quartet more about the history of education impressed the audience with their extensive and race through a recent grant from repertory of composers and music. The con- NYU that allowed them to attend cert at JCSU was this internationally-famous several activities, including a confer- ensemble's first appearance in Charlotte. ence at UNC Chapel Hill. The stu- dents said they will be more involved now, knowing the Supreme Court decision expected this summer may directly affect them. JCSU Associate Professor of Music Dr. Gregory Thompson performed during a piano recital in the University Church which consisted of works by Johannes Brahms, Ludwig van Beethoven, Sergei Rachmaninoff, Sergei Prokofiev and George Walker.

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100 Club Hosts Class Notes Annual Cook-Out ongratulations to Dr. Clarence Francis The Office of Alumni Affairs would like to "Steve" Stephens, '38 who received the thank Mr. B.B. DeLaine (`60) for his prestigious YUEH-GIN GUNG and DR. generous donation of several Johnson C. Smith he Golden Bulls 100 Club hosted C CHARLES Y. HU (Gung-Hu) Award for University yearbooks for the Classes of 1930, the Annual Cook-Out for the foot- Distinguished Service to Mathematics. Dr. 1946, 1954, 1965, 1970, 1972, 1973, 1974, ball and basketball teams on cam- T Stephens received his Bachelor of Science degree 1976 and 1978. pus. Many of the Smith Family were out in Mathematics from JCSU, and his Master of to support and assist. Science and Ph.D. in Mathematics from the Mr. Glen Chavis, `63 of High Point, North Way to go Bulls! University of Michigan in 1939 and 1943, Carolina was awarded first prize for submitting respectively. Dr. Stephens was the ninth African- four short stories in reference to family or American to receive a Ph.D. in Mathematics. neighborhood tales. The story that won First Prize is entitled, "Poor Old Aunt Irene". In Judge Horace Davenport, `42, recently retired addition, Chavis has been appointed to the after twenty-five years with Montgomery Citizens Advisory Council in High Point, County, Philadelphia, Pa., as the first and only North Carolina. African American Judge in the county. Recently moved? The Broome County Jets inducted Mr. Dave Mr. Raphael O'Hara Black, `48, Retired Burch, `69, into their Hall of Fame at the BC Have some District Fire Chief for the City of Winston Jets versus Capitaland Thunder game. Burch, Salem, North Carolina was honored by the city a native of Richmond, Virginia, began his news? as they commemorated the city's first integrated career with the Triple Cities Jets in 1970 and fire station. Black is one of eight African was a five-time All Empire Football League American men who worked in the first player at defensive end and linebacker. integrated fire station in Winston Salem. The Address Change / News Update plaque reads: "They served as examples to all Mr. William Gunn, `72, was honored as the Send your address change, alumni news races for their courage and strength of character 2003 JCSU Outstanding Alumnus for the and/or alumni questionnaire to the in overcoming racial barriers to protect the lives Atlanta Inter-Alumni Council of the United Office of Alumni Affairs today or call and property of the citizens of Winston Salem." Negro College Fund. (704)378-1026. When changing an address, always provide the old address. We would Mrs. Pamela F. Brown, '75, completed her appreciate any news about what Congratulations! Mrs. Geraldine T. Powe, postgraduate work at Florida International you’re doing so that we may share it with fellow alumni. `52, who recently celebrated her 80th birthday University, graduating in 1977 from the at the Airport Sheraton, Charlotte, North University of Pittsburgh with a Master of Arts Carolina. Powe is director of the Anita Stroud degree in Teaching. In 1996, she was promoted Old Address: Foundation and a member of several charitable to principal of Frank C. Martin Elementary Name: ...... organizations in the Queen City. where she had the awesome task of closing the Address: ...... school's historical 6th grade center and where City: ...... Mrs. Eva M. Clayton, `55, former member of she was entrusted to start an International State/Zip: ...... Congress, accepted a position with the Food Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme. News: ...... Agriculture Organization of the United Nations ...... located in Rome, Italy. She will serve as Mr. Luther Carter, `75, was recognized and ...... Assistant Director-General, special advisor on awarded as one of the top producing insurance implementing the recommendations of the and financial service agencies in North New Address: World Food Summit to reduce world hunger. Carolina. Luther has spent more than 27 years Name: ...... with Allstate Insurance Company where he Senator Charlie Dannelly, `62, was elected served in several management Address: ...... Deputy President Pro Tempore for the North capacities before becoming the owner of Carter City: ...... Carolina Senate. He has also been appointed to Financial Services Inc. State/Zip: ...... the North Carolina Senate Education Class Year:...... Committee. Phone #:...... E-mail:......

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Lincoln National Corporation (NYSE:LNC), Ms. Dorothy Harris, a professor of Calendar!!! Philadelphia, PA, the parent company of the education at Francis Marion University, was Lincoln Financial Group announced the presented with the First Steps Early Care and promotion of Mr. William L. Roberts, `82, to Education Advocate Award at the group's HOMECOMING Assistant Vice President of Corporate Risk third-annual awards luncheon in Columbia Management. recently. The award is given to an individual 2003 or organization that has consistently Ms. Sondra E. Z. Hines, `83, was elected Vice demonstrated support for quality early care October 10-12 President of the Southern Christian Leadership and education. Conference-Charlotte Chapter. SCLC was founded in 1952 by Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Rev. Angela Walker, pastor of the Saint Paul re you ready SCLC promotes diversity, social and political AME Zion Church of Morgantown, West justice in a non-violent atmosphere. Today, Virginia, recently received the 2003 Dr. for some foot- King's eldest son, Martin Luther King III heads Martin Luther King Achievement Award. ball? the national office of SCLC in Atlanta, where A the organization was founded. Our apologies: Homecoming Game: New Addition: Infant Nia Olivia Nicole The Class of 1967 photograph was omitted JCSU vs. Mallory was born to Mr. G. Wayne Mallory, Livingstone College `83, and Mrs. Cheryl Mallory, `88 on April from the 2002 Reunion Weekend Highlights 18, 2003. in the Summer/Fall 2002 Newsletter. Memorial Stadium - 1:00 pm Saturday, October 11, 2003 Mr. Chad Lassiter, `95, was featured in the Homecoming 2003 is just around the February 2003 Ebony magazine for his corner, so make your reservations early. commitment to the profession of Social Work. Hotel Accommodations: LT (jg) Terrell Lamar Byrd, `97, CHC, USNR Adam's Mark Hotel was awarded the National Defense Service 555 South McDowell Street Medal by the Commanding Officer, Marine Charlotte, North Carolina 28204 Aircraft Group 29 of the United States Marine (704) 372-4100 Corps in support of long-term resolution of ter- Room Rate: rorism. $92.00 + 13.5% tax deadline cut-off date: September 9, 2003 Ms. Davida Loren Haywood, '98, is pursuing her Masters of Arts in Educational Policy and Leadership at The Ohio State University. In the next issue: Call for Class Mr. Kemuel Murray, '98 and Ms. Eunice Emanuel, '98 were married on June 22, 2002 at Graduation and Class Reunion 2003 Agents! the Memorial Chapel on the campus of JCSU. May is a time of celebration for Kemuel is a former Drum Major for JCSU graduating seniors and alumni he Office of Alumni International Institution of Sound, and Eunice celebrating their 25th and 50th Affairs is actively class reunions. was Class Valedictorian in 1998. Tseeking alumni to serve Mr. Andrew Lovett, `01, has been recently It's a family affair! as official Class Agents. hired by Teach for America, a national educa- Find out about a fourth generation tional recruitment program that seeks recent col- Smithite who recently graduated from If you are interested or lege graduates to teach in under-resourced/devel- JCSU speaking three different languages. know of suitable candidates, oped inner city and rural please contact the Office of districts. He has been assigned to Atlanta Spring Sports Public Schools. Get the best highlights of the CIAA Alumni Affairs at spring sports season at JCSU! (704) 378-1026.

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Christopher W. Chapter Spotlight Kemp: A Legend in he Charlotte Chapter, led by In November, the Durham Area Chapter His Own Time President Ron Matthews, hosted a joined forces with the Raleigh-Durham r. Christopher W. Kemp, a Tfreshman "Move-In" event in the Fall Chapter and the Northern Piedmont dedicated Professor of Music, in front of Myers Hall. Donning JCSU Chapter to feed the JCSU Marching Band. MHead paraphernalia, a joyful time was had by all Following our football victory over North of the Music as Smithites came together to make the first Carolina Central University, alumni played Department, and experience for the freshman and their host to our band students, staff and Director of the families a memorable one. booster club members at St. Matthew famed University AME Church in Raleigh. This was an Choir at Johnson Harlem Week 2002: "A New York State of enjoyable activity and a very successful one! C. Smith Mind" was held, and the New York University for 40 Chapter represented JCSU at this years, passed on wonderful event. January 12 and was funeralized The Durham Chapter welcomes three new in Hampton, Virginia on January 17, members, they are: Jo Iverson, `81, Christal 2003. Chapman, `98 and Reuben Reddrick, (asso- Kemp continuously produced an excellent choir, known for its melodi- ciate member) ous tones, which represented the University locally and nationally. In 1965, the University Choir was chosen by the United Presbyterian Church as the official broadcasting choir for the Protestant Hour. During his tenure, he moved choral music to new heights as he creat- NECROLOGY ed new scores. Most significantly, Kemp Name Class Date became an integral part of the history of Ethel M. Bolden `40 October 20, 2002 JCSU by adding a unique choral effect Henrietta Canty `50 November 9, 2002 to the musical score of the Loyalty Song Jesse Cash Friend September 28, 2002 used today. Dr. James A. Clarke Costen `49 November 5, 2002 He was a champion of quality, James Webster Evans `65 August 18, 2002 class, and dedication to task. All those Jean Sterling Fernandez `52 July 8, 2002 whom he taught and with whom he Col. Gray Johnson `45 January 31, 2002 came in contact will remember his gen- Maggie Kelley `51 November 6, 2002 tle, yet firm spirit and his love for JCSU Christopher Kemp Friend January 12, 2003 and the choirs. Lillie Rose McKee `46 December 4, 2002 A memorial scholarship is being Tasha Mack `98 May 2, 2003 established in honor of Mr. Kemp. John F. Moore `57 November 2, 2002 Contributions for the scholarship may Dr. Charles H. Pearson `53 October 11, 2002 be made payable to Christopher W. Judge Donald E. Ramseur `41 November 2002 Kemp Memorial Endowed Scholarship Jason Smith JR November 13, 2002 and forwarded to: Willie T. Smith `48 Eugene "Jim" Stitt `51 February 7, 2003 Johnson C. Smith University Deborah Underwood `02 December, 2002 Attn: Office of Institutional Advancement James Webster `65 100 Beatties Ford Road Mack S. Williams `38 October 8, 2002 Charlotte, NC 28216 Whittier Crockett Witherspoon `34 January 18, 2003

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Leaving A Legacy Through an Endowed Scholarship r. and Mrs. Spurgeon Webber, Jr. are on to help build the couple's private company, friends of Johnson C. Smith which they sold in 1983. She has served as a University. While neither of them community volunteer with numerous organi- D zations and is an avid supporter of the arts and attended JCSU, their ties to the institution are very strong. When Dr. Webber was a education. young boy, he remembers his parents bring- Today, Dr. and Mrs. Webber enjoy ing him to JCSU to watch football and bas- traveling around the world, collecting eclectic ketball games, to see guest speakers and to art and spending time with their grandchil- just hang out around campus. His parents dren. But in all of their international mem- believed in education. oirs, they still cherish old JCSU yearbooks, "Johnson C. Smith was a prominent photographs and special stories of Dr. name in my family," says Dr. Webber whose Webber's parents and their influence in shap- father attended JCSU in 1929 and mother, ing the couple's life. Dorothy Webber, received a bachelor's degree The couple's abiding love for Dr. from the university in 1943. Dr. Webber Webber's parents prompted them to give back "We started the scholarship out of also recalls that the divinity school at JCSU to the place they all cherished so dearly– love for my parents," says Dr. Webber, used his old high school, Lincoln Academy, Johnson C. Smith University. In 2001, Dr. and Mrs. Webber endowed the Spurgeon and "and we wanted to be sure that we did as a training ground for its students. "I have something that would continue to give been influenced by a number of alumni and Dorothy Webber, Sr. Student Award Fund for friends of the University." students at JCSU. and create a legacy for them." Dr. Webber is now a seasoned, well- "We started the scholarship out of and have programs that will be meaningful- respected dentist whose private practice in love for my parents," says Dr. Webber, "and and that takes money. JCSU needs the sup- Charlotte has been brightening smiles for we wanted to be sure that we did something port of individuals, corporations and the more than 40 years. His community leader- that would continue to give and create a lega- community to continue to be successful in ship has led him to serve in a number of cy for them."An endowed scholarship is a per- those endeavors." capacities including past Chairman of the petual fund from which investment income is The couple's commitment to edu- Board of Trustees at Winston-Salem State used to award one or more student scholar- cation and continuing the legacy of their University. ships. At JCSU, it requires that a minimum parents through this endowment is a testa- He and his wife, Loretta, met at principal amount of $25,000 be invested. The ment to how memories need not end with Meharry Medical College and were married Webber's endowed scholarship will begin pro- the death of loved ones, but can live eternal- in 1959. They share fond memories of viding awards to a qualified JCSU student in ly through the lives of students. friends they knew from JCSU. Both of them Fall 2003. Both Dr. and Mrs. Webber and "People understand by example," enjoyed a professor at Meharry, Dr. Thomas their children continue to contribute to this says Mrs. Webber, "and when you live in a LaSaine, who attended JCSU with Dr. fund. "I understand the needs of a small, pri- community like Charlotte which has so Webber's father. A prominent community vate school like Johnson C. Smith," says Dr. much to offer and you come into success, leader herself, Mrs. Webber served as a pri- Webber. "You want to recruit good students, you have to give back to a cause that really vate health planner for a while and then went provide a quality education, quality faculty matters." Establishing an Endowed Scholarship at JCSU Q. What is an endowed scholarship? Q. How does an endowed scholarship work? Q. Why give an endowed scholarship? A. An endowed scholarship provides JCSU with a A. Endowed scholarship funds keep all donations to A. Establishing an endowed scholarship is one of the permanent asset from which students can receive the fund as principal and use only a percentage of most enduring and meaningful ways an individual or support. Each endowment begins with an initial earned income from investments for scholarship organization can make a difference in the lives of gift and is permanently endowed when the fund awards. An endowed scholarship creates a JCSU students. As the scholarship benefactor, you reaches $25,000. Full endowment must occur perpetuating fund that generates scholarship award may determine the general criteria by which recipi- within a five-year period, and no awards are made money for as long as the institution exists. The ents are selected including department of study, year to students until the $25,000 minimum level is minimum amount required to fully endow a scholar- in school, academic merit or financial need. attained. Once the scholarship is fully endowed, a ship fund at JCSU is $25,000. A gift of any size may Scholarships can be named after the donor(s), in percentage of earnings is awarded each year, while be contributed to an existing fund. memory of a dear friend or family member, in honor the principal is preserved and grows so that the of an organization, and any other way the donor scholarship will be awarded in perpetuity. wishes Q. How do I start the process? A. For more information or to establish an endowed scholarship, please contact The Office of Institutional Advancement at 704-378-1020.

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Third Generation Smithite Breaks JCSU Football Records

brother, mother and grandfather, Craig time pass-receiving leader in school history Brown, a native Charlestonian, chose to with 109 catches for 2,588 yards and 26 attend Johnson C. Smith University after touchdowns. He surpassed Joachim graduating from St. Andrews High School in Weinberg's 1987-1990 record, which had 1998. 135 catches for 2,171 yards and 17 touch- Brown, a third generation Smithite, downs. He also surpassed Stanley White's completed his collegiate football playing days (1973) record for most yards from pass at Johnson C. Smith University in the fall of receptions with 933. The record was previ- 2002. In his final season as a Golden Bull, ously 860 yards. Brown scored touchdowns on both sides of A community health major, Brown the ball, offense and defense as well as on spe- in slated to graduate in the Fall of 2003. cial teams. He was named to the All-CIAA first-team offense and All-CIAA second-team defense, becoming the first person in JCSU history to achieve All-conference honors on both sides of the ball in the same year. A three-time CIAA Player of the Week, Brown e stands a mere 5'8" tall, weighing was also named to the Daktronics All-South 175 pounds. Walking around cam- Region Team for his accomplishments. pus, with a backpack and in street To add to all of his achievements H thus far, he has also broken a couple of JCSU clothing, you would never know who he is or what he has accomplished. Like his football records. Brown has become the all-

Date Opponent Location Time J SEPT. 6 SHAW UNIVERSITY CHARLOTTE, NC 6:00 p.m. F SEPT. 13 Western Carolina Cullowhee, NC 6:00 p.m. C SEPT. 20 University of Charleston, WV Charleston, WV 1:00 p.m. O SEPT. 27 MOREHOUSE CHARLOTTE, NC 6:00 p.m. S OCT. 4 BOWIE STATE CHARLOTTE, NC 6:00 p.m. OCT. 11 *LIVINGSTONE CHARLOTTE, NC 1:00 p.m. O U (Memorial Stadium) Oct. 18 St. Augustine's Raleigh, NC 1:30 p.m. T Oct. 25 Fayetteville State Fayetteville, NC 1:30 p.m. Nov. 1 Winston-Salem State Winston-Salem, NC 2:00 p.m. B 2 NOV. 8 N.C. CENTRAL CHARLOTTE, NC 1:30 p.m. *Homecoming HOME GAMES IN BOLD CAPS A 0 All home games will be played at the Irwin Belk Complex unless otherwise noted. Dorothy Cowser Yancy, Ph.D., President L 0 Head Coach: Tim Harkness Interim Athletic Director: Dr. Henry White 3 Sports Information Director: Kristene Brathwaite L

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Women’s Basketball Sticks to Motto: “Whatever it Takes!” Toward a Successful Season

or only the second time in school histo- ry, the Johnson C. Smith University Fwomen's basketball program made it to the championship game at this year's CIAA tournament held in Raleigh, NC. Under the direction of second year head coach Vanessa Taylor; the Lady Golden Bulls had a success- ful season, producing an All-CIAA per- former, three All-Tournament Team members and even a Daktronics All-South Region team member. Like the motto for 2002 (Whatever it Takes), the Lady Golden Bulls Blue faithfuls. Lastly, the staff. I have an out- did just that when their fifteen-roster team standing staff to work with. It makes my job a got trimmed down to ten with injuries. lot easier when the ladies are prepared and my "This has been a very exciting year staff ensures that they are prepared before each for us," commented Taylor. "I attribute our practice and each game." success to a lot of things. First of all, the hard The women's team ended the season work of the young ladies, beginning back in with a 19-11 record and look forward to next August and keeping that momentum through year's campaign. Taylor has a lot to be opti- March. Secondly, the support we received mistic about with the possibility of having all from the administration in terms of of the young ladies back next year, not losing a resources. The support we got from our single senior. alumni, students and fans. The young ladies With success comes expectation, needed to look up in the stands and see the fittingly their post-season motto is: support of their peers, and dedicated Gold & Unfinished Business.

All-Conference Performers CHEERLEADING FOOTBALL MEN'S BASKETBALL WOMEN'S BASKETBALL All-CIAA All-CIAA ALL-CIAA ALL-CIAA Quintana Coles Craig Brown Vernon Benjamin Joi Surratt Sequoyah Davenport Nicholas Murray Marco Spears Sheleah "Nikki: Davidson Reginald Broughton ALL-TOURNAMENT ALL-ROOKIE Lauren Goss CROSS-COUNTRY ALL-ROOKIE John Fulton Joi Surratt All-CIAA Donja' Goodson Brandi Young Jihad Muhammad Johnny Martin ALL-TOURNAMENT Joi Surratt Robert Doss Vernon Benjamin

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