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2008-09 Women's Basketball 2008-09 Women's Basketball ABOUTABOUT NSUNSU 2008-092008-09 Women’sWomen’s BasketballBasketball NSU OVERVIEW NSU: The Promise of a Quality Education For more than seventy-two years, Norfolk State University has provided an atmosphere in which the youth of the region could acquire a quality and affordable education. Norfolk State University has been a beacon of hope for high school graduates from all socio-economic backgrounds seeking a college degree. The mission of Norfolk State University is to provide an afford- able high-quality education for an ethnically and culturally di- The mission of the Ethelyn R. Strong School of Social Work is to verse population, equipping each student with the capability to provide social work education programs which prepare students become productive citizens who continually contribute to a global with the competence to develop and deliver services that and rapidly changing society. strengthen and/or empower individuals, families, groups, organi- zations, and communities. The school and its program emphasize The promise of a quality education at Norfolk State University the values of social justice, social responsibility and respect for involves powerful learning environments, relevant programs in high human rights, dignity and diversity. The school is especially demand areas, forward-thinking instruction, opportunities that committed to addressing the strengths and challenges for enhance learning, and high-tech, high-touch student-focused an ethnically and culturally diverse client population in an evolv- services. The faculty and administrators are among the most ing global community. qualified, experienced, and diverse professionals in the country. They demonstrate the highest competencies of accountability, Norfolk State University is accredited by the Commission on Col- leadership, communication, responsiveness/customer care, leges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools to decision-making, critical thinking, innovation, integrity/ethical award associate, baccalaureate, masters, and doctorate degrees. behavior, and business mindedness. Contact the Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, De- catur, Georgia 30033-4097 or call (404) 679-4500 for questions NORFOLK STATE UNIVERSITY HAS THREE about the accreditation of Norfolk State University. ACADEMIC SCHOOLS AND TWO COLLEGES. Located near some of the world’s most breathtaking waterfronts THEY ARE AS FOLLOWS: and coastlines, Norfolk State University’s 134-acre campus is The School of Business prepares students for careers in all types located in southeastern Virginia in the City of Norfolk and close to of organizations and for continued academic study. This is the shores of Virginia and the Outer Banks of North Carolina. accomplished in a learner-centered community that promotes Norfolk State’s heritage is an historic part of what makes academic achievement, professional growth, and recognition of the Norfolk great! importance of diversity, technology, globalization, and ethics in the workplace and society. The faculty is engaged in intellectual con- tributions and professional development to remain current in their NORFOLK STATE UNIVERSITY teaching fields and to promote student success and is committed to University and community service. QUICK FACTS The School of Education is responsible for providing leadership, Location: Historic Norfolk, Va.; 134-acre campus 2 miles coordination, and evaluation of all teacher education programs at from downtown Norfolk the University. Its central purpose is to provide pre-service and Extended in-service educational programs to prospective teachers, in-ser- Campus Center: Virginia Beach Higher Education Center vice teachers, administrators and others engaged in educa- History: • Founded in 1935 as the Norfolk Unit tional activities in other agencies. of Virginia Union University • Became the independent Norfolk The mission of the College of Liberal Arts is to develop analytical, Polytechnic College in 1942 skilled, and competent professionals who will become productive • Became an independent institution in 1969 citizens in today’s society, and to offer academic programs that • Granted University status in 1979 facilitate learning consistent with changing employment opportunities Enrollment: 6,325 and life experiences in a global society. President: Carolyn Winstead Meyers, Ph.D. The strategic mission of the College of Science, Engineering and Faculty: 300 + full-time equivalent Technology is to transform Norfolk State University into a Degree Offerings: 2 associate degrees; 32 bachelor’s degrees; “Science and Technology Powerhouse.” In keeping with this mis- 16 master’s degrees; 2 doctoral degrees sion, there are a number of significant initiatives underway to ex- Athletics: 15 intercollegiate teams (Division I; competing pand and enhance academic programs across all academic in Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference – MEAC) departments in the school. Initiatives include web-enhancements Student for the courses deemed critical for student success — the gate- Organizations: 125 way courses. Additional scholarships, mentoring, and other spe- cial programs are available to assist students. Website: www.nsu.edu For more information on Norfolk State University, its academic programs and community service projects, research, campus facilities, and other amenities, please call the Office of Communications and Marketing at (757) 823-8373. 48 NORFOLK STATE UNIVERSITY | 2008-09 BASKETBALL MEDIA GUIDE HAMPTON ROADS The vibrancy of city life, the charm of the seashore, the verdant dating back to 1636; and Mount Trashmore, a project that turned a countryside, the wild preserves and the historic landmarks are just mountain of solid waste into an innovative recreational compound a few of the features found in Hampton Roads. The area, which with bicycle trails, picnic areas, and soapbox derby and cross- includes the cities of Norfolk, Virginia Beach, Chesapeake, country courses around two lakes used for a myriad of recreational Portsmouth, Newport News, Hampton and Suffolk, has a growing water sports. The unique 17-mile Chesapeake Bay Bridge Tunnel population of about 2 million. links Virginia Beach with Virginia’s Eastern Shore and a national wildlife refuge. There are numerous attractions within each city. Norfolk has its Wa- terside, a festive marketplace similar to those in Baltimore, St. Louis The Virginia Sports Hall of Fame and the Children’s Museum are and Boston. The financial and cultural hub of Virginia, Norfolk is the located in Portsmouth. Newport News has the Mariners’ Museum, home of the world’s largest naval installation and serves as head- which houses one of the world’s most extensive nautical collections, quarters for the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO). As a while Hampton is home of the Air and Space Museum. cultural center, its features include the Chrysler Museum, the NSU is just off Interstate 264 within walking distance of downtown Douglas MacArthur Memorial, the Nauticus National Maritime and other major area attractions, such as the Scope, Chrysler Hall Center, the Virginia Symphony and several theater companies, and MacArthur Center Mall. including Norfolk State University’s own NSU Players. Hampton Roads has three daily newspapers, one African-American Besides a long and beautiful coastline, Virginia Beach offers weekly, three independent TV stations and more than 30 radio stations. numerous landmarks, including the first landing cross (where the first settlers touched the shores of the New World in 1607, 13 years before the Pilgrims landed at Plymouth Rock);The Adam Thoroughgood House, probably the oldest brick house in America, NORFOLK STATE UNIVERSITY | 2008-09 BASKETBALL MEDIA GUIDE 49 NSU ADMINISTRATION Carolyn W. Meyers, Ph.D., the fourth president of Norfolk State Uni- versity, previously served as provost and vice chancellor for Academic Affairs and a tenured professor in the College of Engineering at North Carolina Agri- cultural & Technical State University. Meyers holds a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering from Howard University, a master’s in mechanical engineering from the Georgia Institute of Technology (Georgia Tech), and a Ph.D. in chemical engineering, also from Georgia Tech. She has completed postdoctoral work at Harvard University’s Institute for Educational Manage- ment. Her career in higher education spans more than 30 years and includes both academic and administrative experiences. Highlights from her career include the following: • Served as the first chair of the Board of Directors of the National Institute of Aerospace. • Held membership on several boards including the Board of Trustees of the North Carolina School of Science and Mathematics and the Carolyn Winstead Meyers, Ph.D. Moses Cone Health Systems. President • Holds membership on the Board of Trustees of Norwich University, MentorNet, the Hampton Roads Chamber of Commerce, the Center for the Advancement of Engineering Education, the Board of Governors for RTI International, the Advisory Board for the Journal of Engineering Education, the Board of Directors of Riverside Health Foundation, Hampton Roads Partnership, the Greater Norfolk Corporation, Nauticus, the Innovative Technology Authority, and the Historically Black Colleges and Universities Capital Financing Advisory Board. Also serves on the Regional Board of Directors for the Hampton Roads Chamber of Commerce and as an Advisory Committee Member for the Extraordinary Women Engineers Project. • Currently is serving a second term as a member-at-large
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