Norfolk State UNiverSity WANETTA KIRBY JUNIOR SHANNEKA CLAIBORNE SOPHOMORE ALLYSSA PICKETT SENIOR Norfolk State UNiverSity The Institution of Choice Norfolk State University was founded in 1935 as a beacon of hope to the region’s youth. Brought to life in the midst of the Great Depression, Norfolk State was named the Norfolk Unit of Virginia Union University at its founding. By 1969, Norfolk State began its status as an independent college and was designated a university in 1979. Today, the University remains a source of inspiration for those who aspire to fulfill their dreams. A four-year public institution, Norfolk State is located in the dynamic Hampton Roads region and is close to the Virginia Beach ocean front and downtown Norfolk. NSU has an enrollment of nearly 7,000 the Student Affairs division and the office of Student Activities students. are located in the new center. It also provide students with a two-level book store, a two-level wellness center and student a StroNg aCademiC Profile lounges. NSU recently received reaffirmation of its accreditation from The new library will be 132,000 square feet and will the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of house library services, archives and a 24/7 café with Internet Colleges and Schools (1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, Ga. 30033- connection. The groundbreaking for the new library was 4097, 404-679-4501) which is effective through 2018. held in June. The anticipated occupancy date is August In addition, the College of Science, Engineering and Technology 2011. A new nursing and general classroom building is also was awarded accreditation from the Engineering in the planning stage. The building will have 13 labs, Accreditation Commission (EAC) of ABET. 33 classrooms, 39 group study/lounges and 63 offices. The School of Business received reaffirmation of accreditation From the university choirs to the 250-member Spartan from the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business, Legion Marching Band, Norfolk State is known for its rich music International and the School of Education received continuing tradition. The marching band has made appearances at the accreditation from the National Council for Accreditation of Honda Battle of the Bands, while the University concert choir has Teacher Education. toured the country. The choir is best known for its beauty of Additionally, the National Collegiate Athletic Association choral tone and the ability to render exemplary recertified Norfolk State’s intercollegiate athletics programs for performances of masterworks. NSU Choirs are among the most NCAA accreditation, effective February 2009 for a ardent and prominent ambassadors of the University. 10-year period. The certification means that Norfolk State is considered to be operating under the principles adopted by the NCAA’s Division I membership. Behold, the greeN aNd gold!™ Norfolk State’s Athletics program is experiencing unprecedented success at the NCAA Division I level. Athletes are competitive on the field of play and in the classroom. During the academic year, NSU recognized more than 60 young men and Norfolk State UNiverSity women who were inducted into the Athletics All-Academic Team for 2008-2009. To qualify, the scholar-athletes had to have a QUiCk faCtS grade point average of at least 3.0 on a 4 point scale. This team includes first-year and continuing Location: Historic Norfolk, Va.; 134-acre campus 2 miles students and represents all 15 of the department’s sports from downtown Norfolk programs. Extended From 2005-2009, NSU athletics has won the last five MEAC Campus Center: Virginia Beach Higher Education Center Men’s All-Sports Awards (Talmadge Layman Hill Award) and History: • Founded in 1935 as the Norfolk Unit earned the department $125,000 during that period. of Virginia Union University Norfolk State University is also one of the top 50 producers • Became the independent Norfolk of African-American Ph.D. recipients, according to Inside Higher Polytechnic College in 1942 Ed . The finding, based on a National Science Foundation report, • Became an independent institution in 1969 says that Historically Black Colleges and Universities are • Granted University status in 1979 graduating a growing share of African Americans who go onto earn Ph.D.s in science and Enrollment: Nearly 7,000 engineering. Norfolk State’s Dozoretz National Institute for President: Carolyn Winstead Meyers, Ph.D. Mathematics and Applied Sciences (DNIMAS) is specifically 300 + full-time equivalent geared towards increasing the number of Ph.D.s in science, Faculty: engineering, technology and mathematics. The program has Degree Offerings: 2 associate degrees; 32 bachelor’s degrees; been in place since 1986. More than 50 percent of DNIMAS 16 master’s degrees; 2 doctoral degrees scholars have earned advanced degrees. Athletics: 15 intercollegiate teams (Division I; competing in Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference – MEAC) MoVING FoRWARD Student Norfolk State is making the right changes to provide 125 the best learning and living experiences for its students. Organizations: The University is in the midst of $80 million worth of capital Web Site: www.nsu.edu improvements. Projects just completed, underway, or in the pipeline include the 84,500 square-foot New Student Center was completed in August; a new library and a new classroom For more information on Norfolk State University, its academic programs and building. The New Student Center offers students a place to community service projects, research, campus facilities, and other amenities, socialize as well as take care of student business. offices for please call the Office of Communications and Marketing at (757) 823-8373. N o r f o l k S t a t e S P a r t a N S TABLE OF CONTENTS 2 Athletics Directory 17 2009 in Review 3 kenneth Giles 18 President Carolyn W. Meyers, Ph.D. 4 Ronda Berard 19 Director of Athletics Marty L. Miller 5 Assistant Coaches 20 NSU Athletics Highlights 7 Season outlook 22 Strength and Conditioning 8 Spartan Women’s Roster 23 NSU Athletics Foundation 9 2010 Athlete Profiles 24 MEAC 2010 WOMEN’S TRACK & FIELD QUiCk faCtS UNIVERSITY INFORMATION WOMEN’S TEAM INFORMATION Location: Norfolk, Va. 2008-09: MEAC Indoor Finish: 2nd Founded: 1935 2008-09: MEAC Outdoor Finish: 3rd Nearly 7,000 Enrollment: Letterwinners Returning/Lost: 21/11 Spartans Mascot: Newcomers: 7 School Colors: Green & Gold Affiliation: NCAA Division I Conference: Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference (MEAC) SPORTS INFORMATION Matt Michalec Track Facility: William “Dick” Price Stadium (30,000) SID: (757) 823-2628 President: Carolyn W. Meyers, Ph.D. Phone: Athletics Director: Marty L. Miller Fax: (757) 823-8218 Athletics Phone: (757) 823-8152 Email: [email protected] Athletics Fax: (757) 823-2566 Assistant SID : karen Carty Email: [email protected] COACHING STAFF Mailing Address: NSU office of Sports Information, Director of Track & Field Operations: kenneth Giles 700 Park Ave., Norfolk, VA 23504 (UNF '87) Web site: www.nsuspartans.com Head Women’s Coach: Ronda Berard (Southwestern Louisiana ‘90) Seasons at NSU: 15 seasons Associate Head Coach: Malcolm Watts (NSU ‘98) Assistant Coaches: Malcolm Watts (NSU ’98), Serge Bengono (George Mason ‘03), Harry Freeman (St. Augustine’s ’83), Wycliffe Rotich (NSU ’03) Track Office: (757) 823-8801/8169 /2104 THE 2010 WoMEN’S TRACk & FIELD MEDIA GUIDE was written, edited and produced by the NSU Sports Information office, director Matt Michalec and assistant karen Carty. Editorial assistance was provided by Craig Cotton and Marty Miller. Printing was provided by Tidewater Graphics. Photography was provided by Jerry Altares, Mark's Digital Photography and the office of Communications and Marketing Services. Copies may be purchased through the Sports Information office at a cost of $5. N o r f o l k S t a t e S P a r t a N S 1 ATHLETICS DEPARTMENT DIRECTORY ............................................................................................................(area Code 757) admiNiStratioN aNd SUPPort Staff Director of Athletics: Marty Miller ..............................................................................................................823-8152 Faculty Athletics Representative: Dr. Delanyard Robinson ........................................................................823-8993 Interim Assoc. AD for Internal operations/SWA: Sherie Cornish ...............................................................823-8404 Assoc. AD for External operations/NSUAF Executive Director: Craig Cotton ..........................................823-2667 Assoc. AD for Development: karen Holmes ...............................................................................................823-8563 Asst. AD for Compliance: Alisha Tucker .....................................................................................................823-2337 Asst. AD for Sports Medicine: Mitch Callis .......................................................................................823-9547/8997 Asst. AD for Business operations: Jamar Ross ...........................................................................................823-2105 Head Asst. Athletic Trainer: Jessica Cole ..........................................................................................823-9547/8997 Sports Information Director: Matt Michalec ...............................................................................................823-2628 Asst. Sports Information Director: karen M. Carty .....................................................................................823-2628