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•• GovernorGovernor ComesComes toto CampusCampus •• AlumniAlumni AwardAward HonoreesHonorees •• Football’sFootball’s FinalFinal SeasonSeason •• HonorsHonors ProgramProgram atat 1010 YearsYears ETSU ALUMNI ASSOCIATION BOARD OF DIRECTORS CONTENTS Dr. R. Michael Browder, Sr. ’93, President Mr. Jason N. Berry ’98 “Our guiding principle, in all decision-making, is Mr. J. Daniel Mahoney ’66, President-Elect Mr. Michael Carrier ’73 ’83 Alumni Award Winners ...... 4 Mr. Bob V. Hardin ’68, Vice President Ms. Kayla Griffith ’04, SGA Vice President Mr. Gary D. Poe ’68, Secretary Lt. Gen. Ronald V. Hite ’64 Unique Alumni ...... 7 to preserve and enhance the core business of ETSU: Ms. Dorothy L. Grisham ’74, Treasurer Dr. Tony Katras ’84 Campus Notes & Briefs ...... 12 Mr. John A. Jones ’69, Past President Ms. Michelle R. Livengood ’84 Dr. Paul Stanton, Jr. ETSU President Dr. Jack A. Parton ’78 ’79 ’82 Advancement ...... 16 teaching and learning.” Dr. Richard A. Manahan, ETSU Vice President for Ms. Pereda R. “Pete” Paty ’48 University Advancement Mr. Jarrod Suits ’04, SGA President Sports Spectrum ...... 18 Mr. Robert M. Plummer ’84 ’87, Executive Director of Mr. Mark W. Thomas ’84 Class Notes ...... 22 ETSU Alumni Association Mr. Mickey Tyler ’69 Ms. Shirley Berk ’72 ’74 Ms. Eleanor E. Yoakum ’65 Homecoming Preview ...... 28 President’s Message Sports Year in Review ...... 30 ETSU FOUNDATION BOARD OF DIRECTORS State Community College and the Tennessee national aver- Tim P. Jones*, President Dr. Barbara Kimbrough wish to tell you about organizational Mrs. Leslie Parks Pope* **, Vice President Mr. R. Odie Major growth, as we experience it on the Technology Center at Elizabethton, in an age for 2002. Mr. Dennis T. Powell*, Past President Mr. C.C. Marshall ’56 Icampus of ETSU. effort to share resources and talent, resulting In addition, Mr. Thomas Krieger*, Secretary Mr. W. Cal McGraw ’60 Dr. Steve Conerly*, Treasurer Mr. John Poteat Although much institutional energy was in better service to our students and more our pass rate Dr. Paul E. Stanton, Jr.*, ETSU President Mr. James J. Powell ETSU Today expended this year in recovering from the efficient use of state funds. on the Nursing Dr. Richard A. Manahan*, Foundation Executive Vice President Mr. Stan Puckett UNIVERSITY MAGAZINE Our position as an agent for regional Licensure Exam was 96 percent, compared to Dr. David D. Collins ’96*, Assistant Treasurer Mr. Donald R. Raber* government shutdown at the conclusion of Mr. Fredrick H. (Pal) Barger, Jr. ’55 Mr. K. Newton Raff FALL 2003 the previous fiscal year and in re-orienting the economic development continues to gain an average of 88 percent for TBR universities. Mr. Mr. Wayne G. Basler* Mr. Jim Reel ’58 university to manage the massive budget cuts in prominence and influence. At the Middle And, all of our programs eligible for accredi- Dr. R. Michael Browder, Sr. ’93 Mr. Howard W. Roddy ’74 Paul E. Stanton, Jr., M.D. Mr. Gene Burleson ’64 ’72 Mr. Herbert R. Silvers University President that followed, many significant achievements Anchor of the Med-Tech Corridor, our tation have achieved it. Mr. Jeff Byrd Mr. Kenneth W. Simonds ’57 took place during 2002-2003, due in large part Innovation Laboratory serves as a business ETSU has, for five years, essentially doubled Mrs. Betty DeVinney Mr. Charles Steagall Richard A. Manahan, CPA incubator for new and rising technology com- Dr. Archie Dykes ’52 Mr. R.T. “Rab” Summers to the strong partnerships that we have forged the TBR university percentage of private giv- Mr. J. Brian Ferguson Mr. Raymond R. Thomas ’59 Vice President over the years and the attitude of the fine fac- panies. ing as a portion of operating budget. The data Dr. James W. Gibson Mr. John Tickle for University Advancement, ulty, staff, and students at ETSU. ETSU continues to lead the TBR system in for 2002 indicates that private funds com- Mr. Richard L. Green Mr. Robert E. Walters Executive Vice President, ETSU Foundation Mr. Dale Keasling ’70 Mr. Stuart E. Wood, Jr. ’60* It took creativity, unconventional thinking, private giving. Private support from partners prised 15 percent of expenditures, whereas Mr. D. Roger Kennedy ’69 Mrs. Eleanor Yoakum ’65 and cooperation to reach closure on the 2003- in the community helped us add important the TBR university average is 8 percent. We Robert M. Plummer Mr. Louis H. Gump * Executive Committee Member 2004 budget. And, it required courage and new degree programs to our curriculum. The believe that our record in attracting private ** Board of Regents Representative Associate Vice President for University TENNESSEE BOARD OF REGENTS Advancement/Executive Director of ETSU willingness to change, to look at old respon- new audiology program places ETSU at the giving is a reflection of our service and our Honorable Phil Bredesen, Governor of Tennessee Mr. Tom H. Jackson National Alumni Association sibilities and tasks in new and different ways. forefront of preparing hearing health care very strong reputation within the region. Dr. Charles Manning, Chancellor, Nashville Mr. Keith McCord, Knoxville Even in the toughest of times, we have grown professionals and represents a special partner- Furthermore, we find that this record reflects Mr. Frank Barnett, Knoxville Mrs. Leslie Parks Pope, Kingsport Mr. Edgar R. “Buddy” Bowers, Harriman Dr. Richard G. Rhoda, Nashville ETSU Today as a university, turning adversity into a means ship with our friends at the James H. Quillen our solid commitment to partnerships with Mrs. Demetra Godsey Boyd, Clarksville Mr. Stanley Rogers, Manchester Managing Editors to reinvent, retool, reengineer, reinvigorate, VA Medical Center, which is celebrating its business and industry and also reflects the Ms. Kathryn Byrd, Maryville Honorable Lana Seivers, 100th anniversary this fall. Mr. Matthew B. Chapman, Mt. Juliet Commissioner of Education Richard A. Manahan and recharge. I commend each of our faculty generosity of private individuals who believe Mr. Noble Cody, Cookeville Dr. Maxine A. Smith, Memphis Robert M. Plummer and staff for seeking ways to do business dif- Understanding of and appreciation for in ETSU. Mr. Robert Jack Fishman, Morristown Mr. William Watkins, Jr., Memphis ferently without sacrificing the quality of our our region were bolstered when Dr. Richard It is my pleasure to announce a new Honorable Ken Givens, Commissioner of Agriculture Mr. Jonas Kisber, Jackson Contributors: services to the students and the community. Blaustein, Professor of Sociology and record in funding for research and spon- TENNESSEE HIGHER EDUCATION COMMISSION Our guiding principle, in all decision- Anthropology, published a major new book sored program activity at ETSU: $36 million Jeff Anderson Mr. Jim Powell, Sr., Chairman, Limestone Mr. WM, Ransom Jones, Murfreesboro making, is to preserve and enhance the core entitled The Thistle and the Brier: Historical for the fiscal year that ended June 30, 2003. Carol Fox Mr. AC Wharton, Jr., Vice-Chair, Memphis Dr. June Scobee-Rodgers, Signal Mountain business of ETSU: teaching and learning, an Links and Cultural Parallels Between Scotland Congratulations to the faculty and staff who Dr. Brad Windley, Vice-Chair, Tullahoma Ms. Katie Winchester, Dyersburg Debi Frakes Mr. Steve Adams, State Treasurer Ms. Eleanor E. Yoakum ‘65, Knoxville Kristn Fry enterprise in which all of us can take a great and Appalachia. This summer, ETSU’s Center have worked so hard to attract grants and Mr. Riley Darnell, Secretary of State Mr. Omar Lopez, voting ex-officio, Sherry Garman deal of pride. It was the reason we opened for Appalachian Studies and Services was a contracts. ETSU consistently ranks at the top Mr. John Morgan, State Comptroller Middle Tennessee State University Ms. Debby Patterson Koch, Secretary, Nashville Dr. Douglas Wood, non-voting ex-officio, Deena Gonzales 92 years ago, and it sustains us and guides co-producer of “Appalachia: Heritage and among TBR schools in this category, and we General Wendell Gilbert, Clarksville Executive Director, State Board of Education Jennifer Hill us today as we shape the future, one life at a Harmony,” one portion of the 37th annual have demonstrated a 135.8 percent increase in Jennifer Hodge time. Smithsonian Folklife Festival on the National external funding over five years, compared to UNIVERSITY ADVANCEMENT Patricia Holland I am encouraged by the direction Governor Mall in Washington, D.C. a TBR university average of 78.1 percent. And, Dr. Richard A. Manahan, Vice President for University Office of Advancement Richard A. Manahan Bredesen is taking with higher education We continue to increase early intervention we have moved from a total of $6.4 million in Advancement/Executive Vice President, ETSU Foundation Jeff Anderson ’83, Associate Vice President for Lisa Otradovec Pat Barcel, Administrative Assistant University Advancement in our state. He has visited our campus on efforts to help improve students’ educational research and sponsored program activity in Robert Plummer Pat Holland, Administrative Coordinator/Executive Assistant Karen Sells ‘87, Assistant Vice President for a number of occasions, including a visit outcomes and improve graduation and reten- 1990-91 to $13.3 million in 1995-96, and to Office of University Alumni University Advancement Cindy Proffitt Robert M. Plummer ’84 ’87 Associate Vice President for Tisha Harrison ’80, Director of University Advancement Keely Richardson to deliver the spring 2003 commencement tion rates. We met our Performance Funding an amazing $36 million today. University Advancement/Executive Director ETSU Ted Hughes ’59, Director address to our graduating class. He is clearly Retention goals for the report completed in These are bright and shining examples of National Alumni Association Peggy McCurry ‘80, Secretary Pamela Ripley Lee Ann Willis ’91, Alumni Coordinator Cindy Proffitt ‘03, Executive Aide Fred Sauceman committed to increasing support for educa- July. The one-year retention of first-time, full- organizational growth, transformation, and Debi Frakes, Information Research Technician Office of University Alumni Records Karen K. Sells tion at all levels, including higher education, time, degree-seeking freshmen who success- triumph. All of them came about through col- etsuDeena today Gonzales, fall Executive2003 Aide Joseph Smith ’93, Director Joe Smith and I am confident that he will find the fully completed a First-Year Experience course legiality, cooperation, and commitment to the Sherry Garman ‘04, Graduate Assistant Donald Harvill ’92, Coordinator, Computer Operations Jennifer Hodge ‘05, Writing Assistant Carol Ollis, Technical Clerk Matt Snelling means to accomplish his aspirations for the increased by 4.5 percent over the baseline year. cause. Amanda Vance ’04, Student Classnote Coordinator Margaret Carr, Information Research Technician Leslie Valley state’s students who have been forced to carry The centerpiece of our SACS reaffirma- Ours is a caring campus, and people do Leslie Valley ’04, Editorial Student Assistant Office of ETSU Foundation Amanda Vance an ever-increasing percentage of the cost of tion, the Quality Enhancement Plan (QEP) indeed come first, as our primary core value David D. Collins ’96, Assistant Treasurer of the Foundation/ Mike White Vice President of Business and Finance higher education. focuses on improving the success of first-time states. I am deeply grateful to you for the time Lee Ann Willis Kathy Carder, Account Clerk Among our achievements, in December, we freshmen, transfers, and students studying and talents you invest in the lives of our stu- Leisa Wiseman ’84, Foundation Accounting Manager CREDITS: Photographs By: were awarded continued accreditation by the off campus and through distance delivery. In dents and for enriching the spirit of ETSU. Iraqi War Story, p. 9, courtesy of Rozella Hardin and the Elizabethton Star; photo courtesy of Army Magazine Southern Association of Colleges and Schools 2002-2003, the first year of the five-year plan, Police Chief Story, p. 10, courtesy of the Johnson City Police Department; photo courtesy of Lee Talbert and the Johnson City Press Robert Plummer ETSU accomplished several QEP goals. Kenny Chesney Story, pg. 11, photo courtesy of CMT Magazine, www.countrymusictoday.com or 1-888-930-CMTV (SACS) for another 10-year period, under a Jim Sledge new process that emphasizes increased student Each year, the Tennessee Board of Regents Barbara Leonard Story, pg. 11, courtesy of Sam Watson and the Johnson City Press; photo courtesy of Marc S. Levine and the New York Mets Larry Smith TVA Story, p. 12, courtesy of TVA News Bureau, Knoxville retention and student success. issues a report card, measuring the effective- Lee Ann Willis Nelson, Southern Living Story, p. 14, story and photo courtesy of Southern Living Our role as lead institution in the forma- ness of the system’s colleges and universities. Tiffany Collier Story, p. 15, courtesy of Kingsport Times-News Buc Pride Story, p. 18-19, courtesy of Associated Press tion of the Northeast Tennessee Regional Four of the 17 indicators in the “Data and Paul E. Stanton, Jr. Basketball Coach Story, p. 20, courtesy of Josh Floyd and Kingsport Times-News Academic Node is unprecedented in Trends” section of the 2002 report are quali- President, ETSU Tennessee higher education, as it involves tative measures. On all four, ETSU exceeds East Tennessee State University is one of 45 institutions in the Tennessee Board of Regents system, the sixth largest system of higher education in the nation. The Tennessee Board of Regents is the governing board for this system which is comprised of six universities, thirteen community colleges, and twenty- our TBR partner institutions Northeast either the TBR university average or the six Tennessee Technology Centers. The TBR system enrolls more than 80 percent of all Tennessee students attending public institutions of higher education. East Tennessee State University is fully in accord with the belief that educational and employment opportunities should be available to all eligible persons without regard to age, gender, color, race, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or sexual orientation. TBR: 160-009-03 65M 3 Conceptual design and print production by Digital Impact Design, Inc., Cornelia, Georgia. The 2003 Outstanding Alumnus is Dr. 2003 Alumni Awards Dorman G. Stout Jr., a 1952 graduate of ETSC and U.S. Navy veteran who also holds Alumni Association announces 2003 awards a master’s degree in student personnel administration from the Teachers College of Columbia University and a doctorate from The East Tennessee State University U.S. Marshals Service, earning more fi rearms Florida State University, where he served on awards, as well as numerous accolades for her the staff of the dean of students. He was later AWARD OF HONOR National Alumni Association (NAA) special operations efforts throughout the U.S. named dean of men at Furman University RECIPIENTS: and Europe, on the way to attaining her current Donna P. and returned to Johnson City in 1966 when announces the 2003 recipients of position as acting chief inspector in the Judicial Netherland he became a faculty member, Director of Ms. Darlene Thompson Security Division. She represents Judicial and Dr. Financial Aid and Assistant Dean of Students Asheville, N.C. Dorman G. the Distinguished Alumni Awards, Circuits in the eastern United States region, at ETSU. He was promoted to Dean of B.S. - Criminal Justice 1978 Stout Jr. where she plans and supervises protective Students two years later and held that title Ms. Rebecca Jill Marshall which are presented as part of the missions for the federal judiciary and members until 1984, when the position was changed Versailles, Kentucky of the U.S. Supreme Court, and is also assigned Outstanding Alumni: to Vice President for Student Affairs. While A.S. - Law Enforcement 1975 university’s spring commencement ongoing operations centered in New York and teaching, advising and counseling thousands, B.S. - Criminal Justice 1977 Virginia. The 2003 Outstanding Alumna is Donna for 46 years, most of which were spent at Stout established a reputation as a chief M.A. - Criminal Justice 1994 weekend festivities during the NAA Thompson graduated from ETSU in P. Netherland, who earned her teaching Elizabethton’s West Side School where three advocate for students and became one of the 1978 and moved to Asheville, N.C., to serve certifi cate in 1923 from the East Tennessee generations of children benefi ted from university’s most beloved fi gures. Among his Mr. Albert Richard Wilson Awards Banquet and Annual Meeting. as a Salvation Army social worker. The next State Normal School and her bachelor’s degree her love and knowledge. She has traveled other endeavors, he is on the Johnson City Houston, Texas year, she was named Director of the Federal in English from East Tennessee State College the world. In fact, she made her fi rst trip Schools Foundation, the Tipton-Haynes B.A. - Economics 1963 The 2003 Awards of Honor were presented Bureau of Prisons Community Corrections (ETSC) in 1949. At age 18, the Elizabethton to Europe by ship in 1927, the same year Historical Foundation, a trustee for Holston to Rebecca J. Marshall, Darlene Thompson Program, which enables inmates to re-enter native began her teaching career at a small, Lindbergh fl ew across the Atlantic. In 1998, Presbytery, and an active member of First HONORARY ALUMNI: and A. Richard Wilson. the community successfully. As a member of rural school in Montezuma, N.C., and later Netherland, a charter member of ETSU’s Presbyterian Church. He is a former president Marshall, who received an associate’s degree the American Correctional Association, she married Houston Netherland, who was Institute for Continued Learning, was named of the NAA, which presented him an Award of Dr. Steve Conerly in law enforcement in 1975 and bachelor’s and has represented the Salvation Army across the working for the Clinchfi eld Railroad. They the university’s Adult Learner of the Year and Honor in 1996, and immediate past president Johnson City master’s degrees in criminal justice in 1977 country. In addition, Thompson is a freelance met in Johnson City, married in New York was chosen as the keynote speaker for ETSU’s of the ETSU Retirees Association. He and his and 1994 respectively, is known for breaking writer and photographer whose works have City while she was attending a summer fall commencement ceremony. She is an active wife, Betty, are in the process of establishing Mrs. Betty DeVinney down barriers and stereotypes of women in appeared in Trips and Journeys, American study program at Columbia University, and member of Elizabethton’s First Presbyterian the Dorman G. Stout Jr. Student Leadership Kingsport the fi eld of law enforcement. She became the Correctional Magazine and Chief of Police celebrated 47 anniversaries before his death Church, the Elizabethton Book Club and the Scholarship. Dr. Barbara Kimbrough fi rst woman employed by the Johnson City Magazine. Her community activities include in 1976. She retired in 1970 after teaching Franklin Garden Club. Jonesborough Police Department, and later attended the the American Red Cross, the Elisha Mitchel Tennessee Valley Authority Academy, where she Audubon Society, Habitat for Humanity, March Dr. Steven Kimbrough received the top fi rearms award as well as the of Dimes and Samaritan’s Purse. She remains Wilson graduated in 1963 after establishing captain and OIC of the state of Mississippi and served as president and CEO of a venture Jonesborough top class award, called “Mr. Attitude,” because active with her alma mater as a supporter of the himself as a student leader. He served as from 1964-66. He then earned his M.B.A. from capital fi rm, and was chief election inspector no woman had ever won it before. She was ETSU Wesley Foundation and the Pirate Club, President of his freshman class, and later the Harvard Business School, where he was for Memphis/Shelby County. He moved to Mr. Donald Raber the fi rst female to fi re a perfect score in the and is an avid Buccaneer sports fan. During the Vice President and President of the Student president of the Real Estate Society. After a Houston to become vice president of a private Kingsport National Rifl e Association Academy course, successful ETSU Tomorrow Capital Campaign, Government Association, and as Chairman of move to Memphis, Wilson was a corporation real estate development and investment fi rm, a and was the number one student at the Federal Thompson established the Andrea Wells the University Status Committee, a milestone vice president, establishing a joint venture senior investment broker with the Horne Co., Law Enforcement Center where she was also Scholarship in honor of a close friend’s child designation granted to ETSU the year he division and managing the development of and creator of the Property Group, a real estate honored with the “Top Gun Award.” Along who was tragically killed at age 7. graduated. He was on the baseball team for major condominium and investment and development fi rm which he still her career path, she joined the two years, and was in the Reserve Offi cers’ commercial complexes. serves as President and CEO. Training Corps. He served in the U.S. Army as He also co-founded

4 5 Unique Alumni Five individuals were named Honorary Ophthalmology at ETSU’s James H. Quillen Another fun ETSU Alumni for their friendship and dedication College of Medicine. She is a formerinterim PRIDE Week to the university: Dr. Steve Conerly, Betty chair of ETSU’s Department of Surgery and Judge H. Ted Milburn honored From Top to Bottom: ETSU First Lady DeVinney, Drs. Barbara and Stephen former chief of surgery and chief of staff at Nancy Stanton takes careful aim at Judge H. Ted Milburn, a 1953 graduate of Kimbrough, and Donald R. Raber. Johnson City Medical Center (JCMC). She husband Paul, who is a “sitting duck” in the Sixth Judicial Circuit of Tennessee, of Tennessee from June until East Tennessee State College, was honored Conerly, who grew up on a dairy farm holds a Bachelor of Science in Psychology with the Athletic Department and Pirate Club’s Third Division in 1973 and was elected October of 1984, when he was on August 16 for his long and distinguished in Spring Creek, La., earned bachelor’s and minors in chemistry and zoology from Iowa fund-raising dunkin’ booth at the ETSU without opposition to full eight-year terms in appointed judge of the United record of professional and public service to master’s degrees in agricultural economics at State University, and, along with her husband, PRIDE Block Party; the colorful “Get 1974 and in 1982. By special designations of States Court of Appeals for the the bench and bar. the Tennessee Supreme Court, he has served Sixth Circuit, also by President Louisiana State University, as well as a doctorate was a member of the charter class of the Mayo in Gear” door to the President’s Offi ce garnered fi rst place during the PRIDE After serving with the Army Security as a special judge on the Eastern and Western Reagan. in that fi eld from Virginia Tech. After a Medical School. Week Door Decorating Contest, thanks Agency, Judge Milburn obtained his legal Sections of the Court of Appeals of Tennessee. Judge Milburn currently distinguished career, he retired from the U.S. Air Stephen Kimbrough, a neurologist, in part to the hard work of Kathy Smith, education at the University of Tennessee Judge Milburn was appointed United States serves as a member of the East Force with the rank of lieutenant colonel. He established a private practice when he and his left and Mary Cradic, as well as images College of Law. Later, he joined Folts, Bishop, district judge for the Eastern District Tennessee State University was chairman of the Milk Industry Foundation, wife moved here in 1980, and he immediately supplied by Larry Smith and Jim Sledge & Thomas, becoming a partner in 1963. of Tennessee by President Reagan in 1983. Foundation and in 1988 received the ETSU secretary of the International Association of became involved in clinical teaching at the of the ETSU Photo Lab; little Julia Gabel, He was appointed Circuit Court judge for He served as chief judge of the Eastern District Outstanding Alumnus Award. Ice Cream Manufacturers, assistant agricultural Veterans Affairs Medical Center and JCMC. daughter of ETSU student Lisa Gabel, economist and dairy marketing specialist of He is a clinical professor in Psychiatry and shows good form on her two-handed R. David Alexander, Jr. named President of Family Dollar the Virginia Tech Agricultural Economics Internal Medicine and chief of the Division of backswing at the PRIDE Block Party. Department, and administrator and chairman Neurology in the Quillen College of Medicine. In January 2003, R. responsibilities expanded to include the earnings on a comparable quarter basis. of the Virginia State Milk Commission. He He has served as chief of staff at JCMC, David Alexander, Jr. company’s real estate operations in 1999 when During this period, David has assumed again retired, after serving as president and president of the Washington-Unicoi County (B.S., ’80) was named he was promoted to executive vice president- increasing responsibilities, and his efforts CEO of such companies as Land-O-Sun Medical Society and the State of Franklin IPA, President of Family Supply Chain and Real Estate, and Store have been instrumental in producing such Dairies Inc., Flav-O-Rich Dairy and Silver and chairman of the hospital’s Department Dollar. Alexander Operations in 2000 when he was promoted to outstanding results. David’s leadership chief operating offi cer. Creek Technologies Inc., and currently runs of Medicine. He maintains his private joined the company as ability is a great asset to our company, and senior vice president of Howard R. Levine, chairman of the board I am delighted that he is succeeding me as Consultant Management Services and Strategic practice with Tri-State Mountain Neurology Distribution and Transportation in 1995, and chief executive offi cer of the company, president.” Planning, where he is a consultant to many milk Associates, and his special interests include and was promoted to senior vice president commented, “Family Dollar has reported Alexander now manages 4,712 stores in 42 marketing dairy farmer cooperatives. Conerly multiple sclerosis, movement disorders, stroke, of Distribution and Logistics in 1997. His 27 consecutive quarters of record sales and states. has a strong commitment to the university, is peripheral nerve disorders and teaching. He currently treasurer of the ETSU Foundation, earned his bachelor’s degree in biomedical and is a member of the ETSU College of engineering from Northwestern University Mary Alexander named ETSU History Department’s Outstanding Alumna Business Advisory Council. before attending the Mayo Medical School. DeVinney is another who supports the Raber, a U.S. Navy veteran, earned his Mary Henderson faculty member at ETSU and Northeast State coordinate the annual Martin Luther King Jr. university as a Foundation and College of Bachelor of Business Administration at Hofstra Alexander of Johnson Technical Community College. Prayer Breakfast. City has been named For 15 years, Alexander worked as hous- Alexander contributed a chapter entitled Business Advisory Council member. She was University, Hempstead, N.Y., and his M.B.A. the 2003 Outstanding ing manager for the Johnson City Housing “Black Politicians of the Reconstruction Era, inducted into the College of Business Hall of from Marshall University. He also graduated Alumna by the Authority. She is a member of the Langston 1866-1877,” to a book entitled The Legacy of Fame last year and has acted as a recruiter for from the American Bankers-National Graduate Department of History Heritage Group, director and founding Reconstruction, 1866-1877, published in 1998 the university, which she serves as a frequent Trust School at Northwestern and completed at East Tennessee State member of the Tennessee Preservation Trust by Harcourt Press. Her article, “Religious guest speaker. DeVinney, who began her the Executive Development Program at the University. board, and a charter member of the Johnson Empowerment in Johnson City, Tennessee,” career as an English teacher, retired in June as University of Tennessee. A native of Baldwin, A 1963 graduate of City Regional Planning Commission. A mem- was published this summer in The AME senior vice president for Human Resources, N.Y., Raber started his career as a management Langston High School, ber of the Washington County Commission, Review. Communications and Public Affairs for trainee for the Jamaica Savings Bank and soon Alexander earned a bachelor of general stud- she also serves on the Johnson City Historical Alexander and her husband William are the Eastman Chemical Co., where she has worked joined an options trading fi rm on Wall Street, ies degree at ETSU in 1996 and a master’s Zoning Commission, the Downtown parents of five children. They have 14 grand- since 1973. In that position, she has been before moving on to another company where he degree in history in 2001. She is an adjunct Visioning Steering Committee, and helps children and one great-grandchild. instrumental in securing fi nancial support continued to learn the securities business. After for endeavors at ETSU. DeVinney holds a moving to Charleston, W.Va., as a stockbroker, ETSU PRIDE shows in restored 1913 diploma Bachelor of Science degree from the University he returned to banking and became a senior of Southern Mississippi and completed the trust offi cer. He came to the Tri-Cities after In the early 1980s, Dan Ragan, a 1972 also refurbished and the document museum- Kingsport, a consulting Executive Development Program at the being recruited to head the trust area of the business graduate of East Tennessee State mounted. University, walked into a second-hand shop in The diploma bears the signature of Sidney and training University of Tennessee in 1993. She holds National Bank of Sullivan County, and has since Bristol, where he spotted a 1913 diploma from Gilbreath, ETSU’s first president, and Ben firm, where he numerous leadership positions in civic and served as a senior offi cer of First American Bank his alma mater, then known as East Tennessee Hooper, then governor of Tennessee. The is director of professional organizations across the region. (now AmSouth) and Home Federal Savings State Normal School. The covering glass was graduate it honors is Margaret Woodruff. Human Capital After completing their medical training, Drs. Bank (now First Tennessee National). In 1991, broken, and the document, printed on real For the next several years, the diploma Services. Barbara and Stephen Kimbrough heard about he formed Aldebaran Financial Inc., a registered sheepskin, was shrunken and in disrepair. hung in Ragan’s home. Eventually, he located “I wouldn’t Johnson City and the new medical school at investment advisory fi rm that he now heads. Ragan was fascinated with his $5 purchase, Woodruff’s sister, told her of his find, and take anything ETSU. Barbara found the opportunity to help He currently serves on the executive board especially since the university was founded offered her the restored document. She grate- for it,” he shape a new school and establish a division of of the Foundation and chairs the Investment in 1911, so the class of 1913 would have been fully accepted, but returned it a few years explains. “I started my career with an under- ophthalmology intriguing, so they moved here Committee. The Raber family established the the first graduates to complete the two-year later, along with all of her sister’s other diplo- graduate degree from the university and in 1980. Now, 23 years later, she is a professor Olive Jane Raber Scholarship at ETSU in honor program for teachers. He had the diploma mas and certificates, since Ragan was such a served in the military after leaving the ETSU Army ROTC program. This isn’t just a wall of surgery, associate chair of the Department of his mother, and they have also established restored, a process that involved wrapping the careful guardian of the past. sheepskin in moist towels and stretching it to Today, Ragan has the memento on his decoration—it has great historical and per- of Surgery, and director of the Division of scholarships at other area colleges. its original size. The original maple frame was office wall at Stewart and Associates in sonal meaning.” 6 E T S U T O D A Y 7 Unique Alumni Commencement Address by ETSU Alumnus refl ects on Iraqi war U.S. Army Captain Dan Hubbard stopping for 15-minute breaks. “Our plan was Gov. Phil Bredesen (B.G.S. ’96) commanded Bravo Company, to travel 400 miles without actually stopping. 2nd Brigade, 64th Tank Division, 3rd Infantry We would stop only long enough to switch Delivered to the graduating class at East Tennessee State University during the Iraqi war. He returned home drivers and do routine maintenance,” he said. May 3, 2003 with the Bronze and Silver Stars, but is most However, as commander, Hubbard couldn’t proud of the fact that his was the only switch out. He had to stay at the controls “Just as ETSU has nurtured tional ambitions and goals, what do you believe important part of living well for me. company to return home without suffering the entire time, and often went long periods really gives your life meaning? I’d put it this Three. I wrote, “Life of the mind.” I’m pretty any casualties or injuries. without sleep -- fi ve days at one point. and supported you these past way: When you wake up some morning and it’s sure I know what I meant by that: To gain Dennis Steele, staff writer for Army Riding with the Bravo Company and the your 70th birthday, how do you tell if you did some understanding and appreciation of what Magazine, described the Bravo Company’s Third Infantry Division was embedded few years, you now undertake good or not? humans have achieved; in understanding our march to Baghdad as “Long Ride, Fleeting reporter David Bloom of NBC News, who an obligation to nurture and I graduated from college in 1967. A couple of world, in the arts, in government, in under- Glory” in the August issue of the magazine, died of a blood clot before the troops reached evenings after graduation, after my mother had standing ourselves. To be connected to the world which features Capt. Hubbard’s picture on Baghdad. “He was a wonderful person and I support it in the years ahead.” gone home, I sat down over a cup of coffee in of ideas and what others have accomplished. the cover. Steele wrote: “They rolled nearly got to know him well,” Hubbard said. NBC Hazens, a local lunch counter, and wrote down Four, the last one. “Openness to change and 500 miles across the forlorn desert west of the fl ew Hubbard’s wife and eight other wives of on a slip of paper to put in my wallet what I experience.” A fundamental quality that people Euphrates River, fended off fedayeen suicide soldiers in the Bravo Company to New York thought, in 1967, the good life was really about. who are successful in life have is the ability to squads and clobbered any Iraqi army or for Bloom’s funeral. I n May, Tennessee Governor Phil Bredesen Thirty-six years later, they still look pretty good greet new experiences and situations and bends Republican Guard unit that didn’t surrender The Bravo Company was in Baghdad when gave his first commencement address as gover- to me, and I want to share them with you this in the road with open arms, to use change and during a two-week running battle to cross the it fell. Hubbard described the four days of nor to the largest graduating class in the history afternoon. There are four of them. experiences to grow. Change is your friend, not river and get to Baghdad. In a few more days fi ghting to take Baghdad as intense and non- of East Tennessee State University. The follow- One. A few genuine loving your enemy. of fi ghting, they took the capital.” stop. ing are excerpts from his speech. relationships. That’s a good Those were my four in The Bravo Company was the fi rst to cross The 14-year Army veteran attended school “First of all, to each of you in today’s gradu- one. I’ve been very 1967. Today, I’d add a fifth: the border into Iraq. Soon after crossing at Central Elementary and Happy Valley year assignment. In his new assignment, the ating class, please let me offer you my simple lucky in my own “Put more back in than the border, the company’s ten tanks and four High before graduating from East Tennessee captain will be involved in the training congratulations. You’ve accomplished some- life in this one: My you take out.” For me, Bradley fi ghting vehicles came under fi re State University, where he served as battalion of National Guardsmen. thing these past years that is significant, and mother; my Aunt a fundamental division from rocket-propelled grenades and AK-47 commander in the university ROTC program. today marks a milestone in your lives. Naomi, who has of humanity is those rifl es. The farther north the Bravo Company He was commissioned into the Army one day Photo Credit: From ARMY Magazine, August You and ETSU are, as of this afternoon, in passed away; my on one hand who, as traveled, the greater the enemy contact. before his college graduation. His military 2003. Copyright 2003 by the Association of the a lifelong partnership. Just as ETSU has nur- wife, Andrea, and they pass through the Much of the fi re came from militia fi ghters in career has included assignments in Kuwait, U.S. Army. Reproduced by permission. tured and supported you these past few years, son, Benjamin; a few world, somehow man- technical vehicles. Germany and Bosnia. Story Credit: Rozella Hardin and the you now undertake an obligation to nurture long-standing friends. age to take more out than While on the road to Baghdad, Hubbard Hubbard and his family will return to the Elizabethton Star and support it in the years ahead. Speak well These relationships are they put back in. And, those and his men traveled continuously, only Tri-Cities area in mid-October for a two- of it, help recruit good students for it, support at the very heart of what it on the other hand, manage to it financially. And most of all, bring credit on is to be human. I’d add to it today a put more back in than they take out. ETSU by bringing credit upon yourselves. richness of relationships with people different We all know people in both those categories. King initiates program; sets her for new role Graduation is a special milestone, a forward- from me. We need the grounding and connec- I’ll end where I started, with today as a mile- Sharon Allen Named looking milestone, not one of those when you tion with reality that comes with these diverse stone. These mileposts, these markers along the ETSU gradu- must have also practiced for two years, since Head Coach at Tenn State ate Karen King they would not be on campus for clinics. reflect on what has been, but a time for looking relationships. There is a wise African proverb: road, have a way of making us pause a moment. Sharon Allen (B.S., (B.S. ’81), the There is enough space for 25 students to enroll ahead, for planning the future, for starting to “Walking alone, I have seen many marvelous We look over our shoulder backward along the 1981) was appointed chart your own unique passage in this world. things, none of which are true.” road we’ve just traveled, we peer down the road new Director in the course per year. as the new women’s A lot of the things we want out of life — for Two. Develop capability to take action to ahead, at least until it bends from our view, we of Academic King also organizes faculty workshops and basketball head coach all of us — are specific and measurable, and overcome obstacles and attain goals. I obviously reflect on where we’ve been and where we’re going. Technology, pieced one-on-one training. “We help faculty learn to at Tennessee State somewhat self-centered. Material things: A car, didn’t feel that I had it at the time, and I was It’s the moments we do this that make us together a new use technology in their classes,” King said. University. While at a nice home. Experiences: A trip to Europe, ski- right. Today I’d call that concept: Effectiveness uniquely human. Other animals grow, and program for dental Before King began organizing the online ETSU earning her ing vacations. Emotional rewards: Success and as a human being. The ability to engage with procreate, and rear families, and gather food, hygiene students. BSDH program she practiced dental hygiene B.S. degree in physical honor in your career, creating a loving family. the world and make something happen in it. and save things up, and fight, and I imagine Now any student for five years at a private practice with an asso- education, Allen was These ambitions are perfectly proper, and com- To not be just a passive traveler. Developing experience joy and pain and contentment. But who has earned an ciate degree. She worked on her bachelor’s a four-year letter- mon to all of us. the capability to organize and focus and direct they don’t wonder, and they don’t stand outside associate degree in dental hygiene can earn a degree at nights when she finished work. winner during a stellar But this is a time also to reflect on what a your thoughts and activity to some end, to themselves and seek meaning in how their days Bachelor of Science in Dental Hygiene com- King went on to earn a master’s degree from collegiate career. She is a member of ETSU’s well-spent life really is. Beyond these conven- make things happen, to engage the world, is an are spent. That’s uniquely human!” pletely “online”. the Medical College of Georgia. After earning 1,000-point club. King and her colleagues began work on her master’s, King taught at Lamar University. Prior to joining TSU, the 15-year the BSDH program in 1999, and the first After returning to ETSU, she was clinic coor- coaching veteran was employed with class began in the fall of 2001. The program dinator for the dental hygiene program for 10 George Washington University, Saint Louis became the first of its kind at ETSU. The only years, and was also an instructor for 15 years. University, Kansas State, Drake University, time students actually come to campus is for a In June 2003, she was promoted to a full pro- and, most recently, Mississippi State one-day orientation and a one-day local anes- fessor. University. Prior to her tenure at Mississippi thesia lab. King is currently working on her doctorate State, Allen served two years as a sports This particular program differs from other degree at Nova Southeastern University. In regional manager for Converse, Inc. bachelor degrees in that it is a B.S. completion her new role, she will help more faculty and Active in charity and community events, program; students enrolled must have already programs teach with technology. she is a member of the Women’s Basketball earned an associate degree as well as obtained Coaches Association and the Black Coaches a license to practice dental hygiene. Students By Jennifer Hodge Association. Student Writer - Alumni Office 8 9 Unique Alumni ETSU alumna’s talent takes her out to the ballgame Kehler dedicates the second time Leonard had the honor to sing Spring Piano Recital John Lowry Installed as new Police Chief in a major league ballpark. to his father Leonard has seven years of voice training. Deputy Chief John Lowry, an ETSU graduate, asylum. “I’ve had good experience, especially She sang in ETSU’s concert choir during her The Spring has been selected as Johnson City’s new chief as deputy chief for Chief Ron Street, who has fi rst stay at the university in the 1970s. Piano Recital of of police. been generous in sharing his knowledge and Leonard is an offi cer in the Army Reserve George Kehler II “From his tenure as a police officer through experience,” Lowry says. “I’ve been involved in and a civilian employee of the Department in May marked of Defense. She often sings for the military at his administrative duties as deputy chief, all the different facets of the Police Bureau and New Johnson City Police Chief John Lowry, ETSU the return of an John Lowry has exhibited outstanding pro- have a working knowledge, diverse training, ‘00, receives his badge from retiring chief Ron offi cial events, entertaining dignitaries with ETSU tradition. fessionalism,” says City Manager Mike West. and a strong foundation to build on.” Street, ETSU ‘75. Pictured with them is City patriotic songs at such venues as the Pentagon, This special “Throughout his career, he has prepared to be Lowry is recognized within the Bureau and Manager Mike West. Photo courtesy of Lee Talbert, Capitol Hill and “Fleet Week,” an annual event was dedi- Johnson City Press. Johnson City’s police chief. His dedication to throughout the community for his commit- celebration involving all branches of the cated in memory this city is clear. It is indeed a pleasure to make ment to police work and his dedication to are sworn to support making the city the best U.S. military. In 2001, a performance at the of Dr. George this appointment.” the job. “I come through the back door every place possible to live, work, and raise a family, but Pentagon was followed by a trip to the White Kehler, concert During Lowry’s 25 years with the Police morning prepared to give 110 percent,” Lowry they cannot do the job alone. “The Johnson House’s East Room, where Leonard met pianist, ETSU pro- Bureau, he has experienced everything from says. “As chief, I will continue to do that.” City police force is well trained, highly profes- Barbara Leonard, a 1988 ETSU graduate, President Bush. fessor emeritus, routine traffic stops to requests for political Lowry says that Johnson City police officers sional, and very efficient,” he says. “Our per- sang the national anthem and “Take Me Out By Sam Watson and father of the sonnel are dedicated and do an excellent job.” to the Ball Game” on August 29 at New York’s Johnson City Press performer. Kehler Shea Stadium, before the New York Mets / Photo by Marc S. Levine/New York Mets II selected an all- Larry La and the American Dream Philadelphia Phillies baseball game. This was Liszt program, as his father was a Hungarian native and Larry La is the true story of American but he helped me Larry La is fulfilling the graduated from the Franz Liszt Academy immigrant success in the modern era. Leaving enroll. He was American dream. Starting with a Kenny Chesney wins big in ACM in Budapest. his homeland of Communist-held South another person small Chinese restaurant situated The performer and his father, the per- Vietnam, he came to America for a life of free- who helped me near Connecticut Avenue above East Tennessee State University Los Angeles’ former’s only teacher, presented yearly Live Animal dom. His first taste of freedom came from his through.” Helping Dupont Circle, City Lights of China congratulates Kenny Chesney for winning Top spring recitals together for over 10 years. Productions, United States sponsors in Erwin, Tennessee. Larry through gradually built a great reputa- Male Vocalist of the Year and Single Record of The younger Kehler graduated from the $1.3 Today, over 20 years later, he is sharing his became the inter- tion. Soon La was to expand…and the Year at the 38th Annual Academy of ETSU in 1987 where he was awarded million tastes in our nation’s capital. est of many Erwin expand again. The place was a suc- Country Music Awards on Wednesday, May a Floyd Cramer Music Scholarship. He 21, 2003. production La came to Erwin with his parents, three residents, many cess, and weekend patrons could later graduated from the Quillen College Chesney, a 1990 graduate of ETSU, received aired on sisters and a brother. He is the oldest of the of whom later Dr. Jon Smith from ETSU’s College of expect long lines. of Medicine in 1991 and completed resi- the Top Male Vocalist of the Year award on CMT this group that was sponsored by then Mayor became his life- Business and Technology visits Meiwah Then La, ready for change, dency in 1994. the heels of his successful album, “No Shoes, fall as of Erwin and local physician, the late L.D. long friends. One a few months ago. turned over management to others. He notes that this concert “celebrated No Shirt, No Problems.” The Single Record “Kenny Chesney: Mullins. La had extensive education in of those friends is current Erwin mayor Russell He eventually sold and moved on... the musical heritage” left by the elder of the Year award was presented to Chesney, Back Where He Comes From.” The Vietnam, but was unable to bring documenta- Brackins, ETSU ’54. Brackins is a regular visitor La couldn’t stay still long. In February Kehler who was a Steinway Artist and along with his co-producers, Buddy Cannon special was promoted on MTV, VH-1, Nick at tion of his college work with him. So, he was to Washington and his friend’s eatery. 2000, he opened another restaurant. Word performed yearly recitals in New York and Norro Wilson, and his record label, BNA Nite, TV Land, Spike, and Comedy Central. faced with starting anew. Trung V. La, known to his friends as Larry got around and Meiwah, the newest eatery, City from 1961-1989. Records, for the song, “The Good Stuff.” Chesney participated in ETSU’s renowned A three-time freshman, La first entered col- today, earned a business degree in 1984 was a hit. Meiwah Restaurant, at 1200 New In June, Chesney performed for over 60,000 Bluegrass, Country and Old-Time Music lege in Vietnam before the Communists came majoring in finance. Larry had worked his Hampshire Av. NW, is a classy two-story dining fans at UT’s Neyland Stadium. Filmed by Program during his years as a student. to power. His second “freshman” experience way through as a part-time employee at the room. A modern and sleek diner, with its name came after the Communist reign began. Then Clinchfield Railroad in Erwin, now CSX. Not in neon, and tastes committed to the memory he came to ETSU. Loyd Bell ’67, an ETSU one to waste time, he moved on in the business of all who come its way. admissions officer at the time, understood the world. This summer a second restaurant was ETSU welcomes newly elected SGA offi cers predicament. After a brief stint in Miami testing the opened in Chevy Chase, Md. as Larry La keeps “Mr. Bell understood my problem,” waters of the food business, La made his way going…. following his dream. The new president, is a member of the University Honors Scholars Larry La said recently from his downtown to Washington, D.C., where he has had 16 suc- For more information visit: Jarrod Suits, is a junior Program. Washington restaurant. “I had no papers, cessful years. www.meiwahrestaurant.com. majoring in mass As part of Suits’ and Griffi th’s duties, they communications. He serve as student representatives on the Alumni served as attorney general Association Board. Frank McLane: Should’ve Been A Cowboy of the SGA as well as a The new secretary/ Preview leader. He also treasurer is Lindsey Gaffney, South lowed by a moral lesson or means to develop He believes the education he received, along belongs to the Public Houston, a sophomore Carolina, native traits of good character. ETSU mathematics with the many friends he made during his Relations Society of America. business major. Houston Frank McLane (B.S. He began writing his first book six years time at ETSU - including meeting his wife alumni meet Kayla Faith Griffi th, is associate justice on the ’68) has just com- ago after being diagnosed with multiple scle- Jackie - helped prepare him for the future. the new vice president, is a student court, assistant pleted his fifth book rosis. McLane says the diagnosis was really McLane is the director of Public Relations These alumni spent a day in the classroom sharing senior biology major with public relations chair for entitled, Should’ve a blessing in disguise. “I was an avid runner their experience related to actuarial sciences. for the National Beta Club. An autographed plans for medical school. Kappa Delta social sorority, Been A Cowboy. and could no longer pursue that, so I had to copy of his book may be received by making a This group of alumni will meet again during Homecoming. See schedule for details. Left to Griffi th is president of senior vice president of Delta Sigma Pi The book presents find something to keep me occupied.” He tax deductible donation to the National Beta right are Dr. Don Hong (chair of the Math Dept.), Kappa Delta social sorority, professional business fraternity, a Preview and 30 humorous short discovered that writing books stimulated both Club Scholarship Fund, 151 Beta Club Way, Scott LaVole (president, ASA), and alums Russell , is actively involved with the Orientation peer leader, a member of Gamma stories, each fol- his creative process and his need to keep busy. Spartanburg, SC 29306. Mauk, Andrew Sell, Anna Mu, and Renee Beta Phi honor society, and also volunteers Ferguson. Preview and Orientation Leader Organization, and with Coalition for Kids.

10 E T S U T O D A Y 11 Campus Notes 2003 Distinguished Faculty Awards

East Tennessee State University bestowed its Beijing, China, and his B.A. in English and Honors Scholars Program celebrates 10 years highest honor upon three professors during Literature from Shandong University, Jinan, the annual Faculty Conference with the pre- China. Before coming to ETSU in 1995, he In 1993, the ETSU Honors Scholars pro- They also have held key leadership positions in sentation of the 2003 Distinguished Faculty was a visiting assistant professor of Political gram was initiated, with the arrival of the first various organizations across the campus. Awards for Teaching, Research and Service. Science at Old Dominion University. In addi- class of 13 students on campus. The tenth The 2003-2004 incoming freshmen have The winners were nominated and selected tion to his duties at ETSU, he is a guest profes- class, composed of 20 outstanding scholars, is an entering average ACT score of 31 and a by their peers, and each received a medallion, sor at Shandong University and has served as ready for the new academic year. weighted high school grade point average of a plaque, and a $5,000 check from the ETSU a visiting professor and senior research fellow 2003 Distinguished Admission to this special group is highly 4.03, with 14 of the students achieving a per- New University Honors Foundation. at Tsinghua University in Beijing and as a competitive and those chosen receive a full fect 4.0 grade point average on a 4.0 scale. Staff Awards Dr. Michael C. Braswell visiting research fellow at the East tuition scholarship, room and board and In addition to the original Honors Scholars Scholars named received the Distinguished Asia Institute of the National The East Tennessee State University a book allowance. Much of this support Program, there are now 11 Honors-In- East Tennessee State University freshmen select- Faculty Award in Teaching. University of Singapore. Distinguished Staff Award recipients are comes from the commitment of the ETSU Discipline programs available to students in ed for the University Honors Scholars Program The professor of The ETSU honored by their peers each year by the Staff Foundation, the ETSU Alumni Association the various departments and colleges across receive full scholarships to the university and par- Criminal Justice and Distinguished Faculty Senate. Committee of 1000 and Alumni Honors the campus. Participants in these honors pro- ticipate in a specially designed curriculum. Criminology “cares Award for Service Each winner receives a $1,000 check, pro- Scholarships. grams compete for a limited number of tuition The average ACT score of the class of 2007 is 31 deeply about his stu- was presented to Dr. vided by the ETSU Foundation specifically for Although the majority of Honors Scholars scholarships or an out-of-state fee waiver. and the high school weighted grade point average, dents,” his nomination Priscilla Ramsey, an this recognition, and each receives a plaque are Tennessee residents, many have come All of the honors programs provide partici- taking into account advanced placement courses, states. Known as a “pio- associate professor acknowledging his/her achievement. from out of state and other countries, includ- pating students with an enhanced educational is 4.03 on a 4.0 scale, with 14 of the students neer” in the areas of ethics of adult nursing in the The winner of the Distinguished Staff Award ing Austria, Ethiopia, Russia, India and the experience through unique and innovative achieving a perfect 4.0 average. and peacemaking in the field ETSU College of Nursing. in Category 1 (Executive, Administrative, Netherlands. coursework and research experiences with Among those chosen for the fall semester are: of criminal justice, Braswell co- A faculty member since Managerial), an individual with over 20 years Graduates of the program have attended ETSU faculty guidance. Graduates of these • Abingdon High School, Abingdon, VA - authored Justice, Crime, and Ethics, which 1990, Ramsey is best known for her of service to ETSU and the larger community, medical school, pursued doctoral study at programs are especially attractive to employers Jonathan Calloway is currently in its fourth edition and is one of efforts to establish the N.U.R.S.E. (Nursing is Dr. Richard A. Manahan, Vice President for leading universities, studied acting in nation- and are well prepared to continue on to pro- • Carter High School, Knoxville, TN - the top three criminal justice ethics texts. Undergraduate Resource for Successful University Advancement. ally recognized programs and were successful fessional schools and graduate studies. Travis Russell, Melissa Tauscher Before coming to ETSU in 1977, Braswell Education) Center and the Community This year’s winner of the Distinguished in many other fields. During their time at Dr. Jay Boland serves as director of the • Central High School, Chattanooga, TN - was an assistant professor and coordinator Partnerships for L.P.N.-B.S.N. Career Mobility Staff Award for Category 3 (Professional Non- ETSU, scholars have taken advantage of study thriving University Honors Programs. To Colin Spaulding of graduate studies in the Department of Project. Faculty) began her ETSU career 22 years ago as abroad opportunities and exchange programs establish an Honors Scholarship, please contact • Deep Creek High School, Chesapeake, VA- Criminal Justice at the University of Southern In commenting on Ramsey’s work, one a secretary in the James H. Quillen College of in England, Australia, Spain and Scotland. the Office of University Advancement at Matthew Lazenka Mississippi, where he earned his Ph.D. in nominator wrote, “Dr. Ramsey has obtained Medicine. She has continually achieved higher (423) 439-4242. • Elizabethton High School, Elizabethton, TN - Counseling Psychology. He also holds an more than $1.8 million in federal grant fund- levels of positions and responsibilities, along Ashley “Summer” Carr Ed.S. in Rehabilitation Counseling from the ing to support the efforts of this unique peer with earning her bachelor’s degree. The recipi- TVA invests in ETSU high tech business incubator • Fieldale-Collinsville High School, University of Georgia, an M.A. in Psychology mentoring and tutoring center...In this time of ent, Kim Blevins, is administrative assistant in Collinsville, VA - Whitney Smith from West Georgia College and a B.A. in severe and worsening nursing shortages, Dr. the College of Nursing Dean’s Office. TVA will invest $200,000 in East Tennessee • Gatlinburg-Pittman High School, Sevierville, Psychology from Mercer University. Ramsey’s efforts to improve student success This year’s winner of the Distinguished Staff State University’s plans to develop phase two TN - Chenoa Allen Dr. Weixing Chen received the take on even greater significance.” Award for Category 4 (Clerical and Secretarial) of the university’s business incubator - The • Hendersonville High School, Distinguished Faculty Award in Research She is a member of numerous on- and off- is Sherri Renfro, executive aide in the Innovation Laboratory. The regional business Hendersonville, TN - David Simpson based upon his contributions to the study campus committees, including the Johnson Department of Art & Design. incubator is the first in Northeast Tennessee • Maryville High School, Maryville, TN - of socio-political-economic relations in City Medical Center Research Council, This year’s winner of the Distinguished Staff dedicated to high tech and biotech busi- Jonathan Hatcher, Lindy Russell rural China. Chen, an associate professor of Veterans Affairs Medical Center Research Award for Category 7 (Service/Maintenance) nesses. Last year, ETSU transformed the for- • Mississippi School for Mathematics and Political Science, is lauded by his colleagues Council and HEALTHSOUTH Rehabilitation is Betty Williamson, Physical Plant, who is mer Marine Corps Training Center on West Science, Greer, SC - Amanda Banning as possibly “the most outstanding scholar in Hospital Advisory Board. Ramsey also serves described as “a prime example of a professional Market Street in Johnson City into a business • Science Hill High School, Johnson City, TN - the history of the Department of Political as a doctoral student major advisor in ETSU’s who takes pride in her work and always gives incubator for new and emerging technol- Sarah Culp, Matthew Schacht Science” and “among the very best research Doctor of Science in Nursing program. 100 percent.” ogy companies. TVA’s investment in the Pictured is TVA Director Bill Baxter who was • Shady Spring High School, Cool Ridge, WV - scholars in the history of the College of Arts Ramsey earned a diploma in nursing from James “Smitty” Smith, Physical Plant grounds Innovation Laboratory will be used to reno- on hand for the presentation. Leslie Epling and Sciences.” Massachusetts General Hospital and later supervisor, is the winner of the overall Career vate another 4,000 square feet in the facility. Courtesy of the TVA News Bureau, Knoxville • Sullivan Central High School, Kingsport, TN - Chen is the author of one book, The received her B.S. and M.S. degrees in nursing Award for 2003. An ETSU employee for 32 Kevin Long Political Economy of Rural Development in from Clemson University. In 1990, she was years, “his handiwork and dedication to • Tennessee High School, Bristol, TN - China, 1978-1999, and numerous journal arti- awarded her Ph.D. degree from the University detail are evident all over the campus and at Physicians & Associates to build second facility Heather Ashley Wood, Jennifer Culp-Wood cles and book chapters. He is also co-editor of of Virginia. Shelbridge.” Plans for a new clinical education build- • Tullahoma High School, Tullahoma, TN - two books, New Directions in Chinese Politics ing for ETSU Physicians and Associates Courtney Sanders for the New Millennium and liangan guanxi de were announced in June by Dr. Ronald D. • William Blount High School, Maryville, TN - qianjing (The Prospect of Cross-Tiawan Strait Franks, pictured, Dean of Medicine and Vice Drew Guider Relations). He has delivered papers at regional, ETSU fall enrollment up almost 3 percent President for Health Affairs at East Tennessee national, and international conferences, and is ETSU’s fall 2003 undergraduate and State University, during a presentation to frequently invited to deliver guest lectures at The overall headcount for fall 2003 is N. State of Franklin Road. It will be the first graduate enrollment of full-time equivalent local business and civic leaders regarding universities in the United States and abroad. 11,877, a 2.3 percent increase of 264 stu- building to be constructed in the University (FTE) students increased 2.9 percent. And, the results of the master plan for University He holds a Ph.D. in Political Science with dents over last fall. This number includes Innovation Park. Once completed, the new as a result of the strategic planning ETSU Innovation Park, the middle anchor of the a concentration in Comparative Politics, 234 medical students and 248 physicians building will provide offices for ETSU Heart, has done to provide students with suffi- Med-Tech Corridor. The proposed 30,000- International Relations and Public Policy enrolled in residency and fellowship pro- ETSU Cancer Center, ophthalmology, medical cient classes, the average number of courses square-foot facility will be located adjacent from Northern Illinois University. He also grams through the James H. Quillen College laboratories, a surgical suite for minor proce- students are taking is higher than it has to ETSU Physicians and Associates at 325 earned his M.A. in International Relations of Medicine. dures, and possibly a new urgent care center. been in previous years. from the College of International Relations,

12 E T S U T O D A Y 13 Campus Briefs ETSU, was named the 2003 Nurse of the Year director for the U.S. Marine Corps, she led deal of help from ETSU. the certified respiratory therapist examina- for Research. The 2003 Nurse of the Year for performances in over 40 states, Australia, ETSU’s Center for Appalachian Studies tion administered by the National Board for Canada, Japan, the Netherlands, and Saudi and Services (CASS), a Tennessee Center Respiratory Care. already earned a bachelor’s degree and are Service recipient was Dr. Priscilla Ramsey, ETSU Education Arabia. She acted as conductor and musi- of Excellence, is a co-producer of the The cardiopulmonary science and radio- interested in becoming a nurse. The curricu- pictured on page 13, an associate professor in dean returns to cal director for the state funeral of former Appalachian music exhibition at the festi- graphy programs are taught at the ETSU Nave lum takes only five semesters to complete. the ETSU Department of Adult Nursing. teaching President Richard M. Nixon in 1994 and spent val, which was held on the National Mall in Center in Elizabethton through the auspices of ETSU Dean of Nursing Dr. Joellen Edwards time in sound studios in Hollywood as the Washington, D.C., during the weeks of June the Department of Health Related Professions. Dr. Martha D. emphasized that ETSU is extremely grateful Rhoton, Bowers edit book on military music consultant for the films “Clear 25-29 and July 2-6. In addition, the ETSU Collins, dean of the to MSHA for its financial support of this pro- science teacher retention College of Education and Present Danger” and “The American PRIDE Band, the premier band in ETSU’s TBR approves two new ETSU gram and its commitment to a well-educated Dr. Jack Rhoton, associate professor at East Tennessee State President.” Bluegrass, Old-Time and Country Music graduate degree programs nursing workforce. of Curriculum and Instruction in East University since 1993, is Program, performed twice each day during “This program is one example of the Tennessee State University’s College of With approval by its governing body, the relinquishing her position Stanton re-elected vice chairman the first week of the festival. creative efforts between the College of Education, has co-edited a book entitled Tennessee Board of Regents, East Tennessee to become a full-time faculty member in the of SREB According to Dr. Ted Olson, interim direc- Nursing and MSHA Nursing Leadership,” Science Teacher Retention: Mentoring and State University plans to offer two new gradu- university’s Department of Curriculum and tor of CASS, the university’s involvement came said Mountain States Health Alliance Chief Renewal with Dr. Patricia Bowers, associate Dr. Paul E. Stanton Jr., president of East ate degree programs. Instruction. after the Birthplace of Country Music Alliance Nursing Executive Kathryn Wilhoit. “While director of the Center for Mathematics and Tennessee State University since 1997, was Effective this fall, ETSU and its sister Dr. Hal Knight, current chair of the contacted the Smithsonian Institution’s Center we continue to support the traditional nursing Science Education at the University of North re-elected vice chairman of the Southern TBR universities will offer a new Master of Department of Educational Leadership and for Folklife and Cultural Heritage, which has education programs, the second-degree pro- Carolina-Chapel Hill. Regional Education Board at the group’s Education program in Advanced Studies in Policy Analysis, will become interim dean, celebrated traditional cultures from across gram will produce a baccalaureate degree in The book is co-published by the National annual meeting. Teaching and Learning with a concentration until a search for a permanent replacement for the United States and around the world with nursing in just five semesters.” Science Teachers Association (NSTA) and Stanton was appointed to the SREB Board in Early and Middle Childhood/Literacy: Collins is completed in 2004. the annual Smithsonian Folklife Festival since In another nursing matter, three fac- the National Science Education Leadership by former Tennessee Gov. Don Sundquist in Reading - Language Arts, to be delivered Collins led the college to successful reac- 1967. ulty members from East Tennessee State Association (NSELA). This is the fourth book 1997 and was first elected vice chairman in 2002. through the Regents Online Degree Program creditation by the National Council for University’s College of Nursing were honored edited by Rhoton and Bowers that addresses (RODP). The program requires completion of Accreditation of Teacher Education in 1995 during the Tennessee Nurses Association – issues in science teaching and learning at the Summer Migrant Education Program 33 credit hours. and also continued accreditation in 2000. District V annual meeting held in May. The pre-college level. East Tennessee State University established The TBR also gave approval for a new During Collins’ tenure, external funding for Doctor of Physical Therapy program in the College of Education increased by more awards were presented in a comprehensive Summer Migrant Education conjunction with National Roxanne Haskill named director Program this year, providing educational and ETSU’s College of Public and Allied Health. than $1 million per year, receiving eight out of The program is currently taught at the mas- Nurses Week. of bands other services to migrant children and young 21 Tennessee Higher Education Council grants ter’s level but is being converted to the D.P.T. The 2003 Nurse of the East Tennessee State University has selected people between the ages of 3 and 22 who live funded in 2002 across Tennessee. to meet additional competencies identified by Year for Teaching award Roxanne M. Haskill as the new director of in Greene, Washington and Unicoi counties. the American Physical Therapy Association to bands, with responsibilities including the direc- In 2003, the program ran through July as New ETSU Center for Nursing was presented to Melessia fulfill higher standards of practice necessary to tion of the wind ensemble and concert band. a four-day-per-week Summer School, then Health professions students earn Research established Honeycutt, M.S.N, R.N., satisfy the increasing demands and responsi- Haskill began her career in 1979, playing transitions into an after-school program 100 percent passage rate on A new Center for Nursing Research has who is an assistant profes- bility of the profession. sor in the Department of French horn with United States Marine Corps through mid-October. The assistance provided national exams been established at East Tennessee State by ETSU students and community volunteers The conversion of the M.P.T. to the D.P.T. is Adult Nursing. Dr. Kathleen bands. She became a director/conductor, was Recent graduates of four health profession University to help facilitate faculty and student includes intensive English-as-a-second-lan- part of a national trend endorsed by the asso- Rayman, assistant professor head of the Marine Corps Music Program in programs at East Tennessee State University research in the field of nursing. guage (ESL) instruction, dental and health ciation that, by the year 2020, establishes the of Professional Roles and Quantico, Va., and most recently served as have achieved a 100 percent passage rate on Housed within the ETSU College of care services, community resource referrals, clinical doctorate in physical therapy as the Mental Health Nursing at director/conductor of the Marine Corps Band their licensure exams. Nursing, the center offers consultation to indi- and recreational activities. first professional degree. in New Orleans. All four programs - dental hygiene, com- vidual researchers and provides information In addition to the Summer School for During her 14 years as a conductor and municative disorders, radiography and car- on external funding opportunities. school-age migrant children, teams of stu- Tiffany Collier crowned diopulmonary science - are housed within Dr. Carol Macnee, director of research dents and volunteers provide home visits to Miss Kingsport 2004 ETSU’s College of Public and Allied Health. for the college, says the center will families with pre-school age children, advising Nelson featured in Southern Living Nationwide, students graduating in these Tiffany Antonette Collier be driven by faculty and student them of available area resources. fields must pass a licensure examination in became the 50th person to needs. Dr. Ardis Nelson is the ETSU program She notes that her love of scuba diving began order to be certified to practice. receive the Miss Kingsport “The mission of the ETSU Center director. for Nursing Research is to provide in 1976, with her underwater photography According to Dr. Wilsie S. Bishop, dean of crown on July 12 at the the direct mentoring, networking, and evolving from a desire to show her ETSU stu- Public and Allied Health, the 100 percent pas- Miss Kingsport Scholarship dents what she sees on her research trips. What’s new in Business and sage rate means that all recent ETSU graduates resources needed to support faculty and Technology? Pageant, held in the Toy F. students in developing and maintaining An invertebrate biologist, Nelson uses her who sat for the exam passed it on the first Reid Eastman Employee photo by artistic side when photographing the subjects The new College of Business and attempt. Kingsport programs of funded research,” Macnee said. Center auditorium. Collier Times-News of her research, and the full-color four-page Technology at ETSU is formally up and run- Bishop noted that these recent graduates will represent Kingsport next New program helps professionals Southern Living article, entitled “Diving Diva,” ning under the guidance of Dr. Linda Garceau include: summer in the Miss Tennessee 2004 pageant as dean, after the strategic merger of the become nurses includes several vibrant shots of marine life. • Twenty students from the ETSU depart- in Jackson, Tenn. She was awarded a $2,200 College of Business and the College of Applied ment of dental hygiene who passed the The underwa- In addition, the magazine spread shows scholarship along with other prizes. In May, 18 men and women at ETSU began Science and Technology earlier this year. National Dental Hygiene Board Examination; ter exploits and her working on research at Collier is the daughter of Willie Collier and the journey to become a nurse. They are not Dr. Carroll Hyder, former interim dean of artistic talents home with Jack and pro- these students were also the first graduating what might be considered a typical freshman Applied Science and Technology, is associate Mamie Jackson of Atlanta, Ga. She is a senior of Dr. Diane Nelson, professor emerita of vides a look at her ETSU class in the new bachelor of science in dental class. dean of the new college. hygiene program at East Tennessee State University, majoring in Biological Sciences at ETSU, are featured classroom while featur- In fact, all of them already hold a bachelor’s • A total of 28 who successfully received the education administration. in the August issue of Southern Living – in ing a glimpse of her degree in another field, and they are making CASS instrumental in Smithsonian credential as registered radiographers from First runner-up in the pageant was Leslie fact the diminutive diver’s beaming portrait office door festooned a major career change. This is the first class Folklife Festival the American Registry for Radiologic Anderson, the daughter of John and Robin of students in the new accelerated Bachelor is on the cover of the magazine’s special with diving stickers Anderson of Kingsport. She is a freshman “Appalachia: Heritage and Harmony” - Technology of Science in Nursing (B.S.N.) program being “Tennessee Living” center section. from all over the music major at East Tennessee State University. one portion of the 37th annual Smithsonian • Twelve students from the department of offered by the ETSU College of Nursing. The Nelson and her husband, Dr. Jack Nelson, world. During the talent portion of the competition, Folklife Festival focusing on the sights and communicative disorders who sat for the PRAXIS program was established through a grant from a retired scientist from Eastman Chemical in Speech-Language Pathology exam, and Anderson sang an opera selection. Anderson Copyright 2003 sounds of Appalachia, Scotland and Mali - was Mountain States Health Alliance. Co. in Kingsport, travel around the world • Ten students who successfully passed was also named Miss Congeniality. The B.S.N. program for second-degree Southern Living, organized over the past two years with a great to various exotic locales to conduct her Inc. Reprinted with students is designed for individuals who have research and record it on film and video. permission 14 15 Advancement Foundation hears of achievements, challenges

“In these challenging financial times, we are Almost $662,000 in scholarship support was As further incentive for excellence in the heartened and elated with the private support awarded by the Foundation in 2002-03, with classroom and the workplace, the Foundation Foundation raises over $15.3 million in 2002-2003 of our alumni and friends,” East Tennessee scholarships going to 630 students this past provided more than $38,000 for Distinguished State University President Dr. Paul E. Stanton, year alone. Faculty and Staff Awards during the year. For The East Tennessee State University ETSU Leadership Initiative. This endeavor Jr. shared with ETSU Foundation members at In addition, one-fourth of ETSU’s fac- the eighth consecutive year, ETSU continues Foundation announced that for the fis- serves students and faculty university-wide the annual business meeting in the Centre at ulty and staff made a gift this year to the to lead all of the Tennessee Board of Regents Millennium Park on May 8. Foundation, and their combined efforts sur- cal year ending June 30, 2003, gifts to the as we build on our reputation for excellence four-year universities in private giving. As of May 1, the university had received passed $230,000. This unified commitment ETSU’s five-year average for private giving is ETSU Foundation and the university totaled in leadership programs and activities to $12.9 million in private annual giving from to the betterment of the university will enable now $19 million, which accounts for 38 per- $15,380,366, which is $2.4 million more educate and equip our student-leaders. We a solid record of careful management, vali- individuals, businesses and organizations, ETSU to more fully achieve its mission. The cent of the total for all six universities in the than preliminary figures reported at the are immeasurably grateful to each donor for dated by our exemplary audited performance including $7.9 million raised by the ETSU value of the university’s and Foundation’s 300 system. The TBR higher education system is Foundation’s Annual Meeting on May 8. every single gift.” through the years, our donors know their Foundation, of which $1.9 million is in endowments, including the state Chairs of the sixth largest in the nation. According to ETSU President Dr. Paul E. ETSU Foundation President Tim P. Jones gifts are put to work as they wish for our stu- planned and deferred gifts, and $5 million Excellence, exceeded $34.2 million as of May 1, In other business presented to the member- Stanton, Jr., “Once again, we are privileged noted, “When you review the numbers from dents and faculty and for learning and service from private gifts and contracts. These fig- which brought the total fund balance to more ship, two new $10,000 Honors Scholarship to report another good fund-raising year. We this past year -- $4,938,327 was raised in cash; opportunities at ETSU,” Jones said. ures reflect continued growth in line with the than $38 million. Endowments were recently established for appreciate all of our donors who made gifts $3,006,557 in deferred and planned gifts; “In our first fund-raising year after the annual support outside of the capital cam- ETSU was ranked 63 out of the 556 institu- Foundation member Kathryn P. Jones, who paign years. tions reporting on return of investments in this past fiscal year, which was undoubtedly $2,392,548 for in-kind giving; and $5,042,934 $106 million Campaign for ETSU Tomorrow recently passed away, and in honor of Dennis The Foundation continues to emphasize the 2002 endowment study published by the Powell’s service as president of the Foundation one of the more challenging years we have in private grants and giving -- then you see ended in June 2002, the results achieved with how dollars can improve scholarships, teach- National Association of College and University for the past three years. faced considering Tennessee’s budget woes, the the different ways we can support ETSU today over $15.3 million raised from July 1, 2002, to ing, research, and service for students, faculty Business Officers (NACUBO). Charles According to Dr. Richard A. Manahan, state of the economy, and the overall chari- and for the future as well. Whether it is given June 30, 2003, are personally gratifying. Our and the region. A prime example of this is the Steagall, Foundation treasurer, reported the vice president for University Advancement table environment. Our alumni and friends to a student scholarship fund, a professorship, Foundation board and members, along with ETSU Leadership Initiative. This is comprised Foundation has received unqualified audit and executive vice president of the ETSU continue to demonstrate sustained support a favorite academic department, intercolle- all ETSU alumni and friends, have an impor- of the Roan Scholars Leadership Program, the reports without any findings or recommenda- Foundation, “Our Foundation’s conservative for and confidence in East Tennessee State giate athletics, or to many other programs and tant role to play in giving to ETSU through long-standing and evolving University Honors tions for the last 16 years. investment and management philosophy is University during such times with their gen- funds, each gift from our alumni and friends numerous opportunities for wide-ranging Program, the recently developed Student “During this period of economic uncer- a stable, guiding principle that allows us to erous gifts to assist our students and faculty is truly important. Taken together, these support and for the general well-being of Leadership House, along with components tainty, we are truly thankful for the continued provide the ‘margin of excellence’ in good members. gifts provide the extra ‘margin of excellence’ the university,” according to Dr. Richard A. for a Residence Hall Life Program, establish- dedication and financial forethought of our times and in bad. I am confident that this ing the Forum for Leadership and Citizenship, Foundation members, which will give assur- “I also wish to thank our faculty and staff beyond the realm of state funding, especially Manahan, executive vice president of the philosophy, along with the Foundation’s lead- and the development of the ETSU Innovation ance to ETSU students that they continue to ership and support, will see us through today’s for their personal gifts during the year. I cer- when that state funding has been severely cut. ETSU Foundation and vice president for Laboratory for entrepreneurial leadership. receive the financial support that is essential uncertain times to better times tomorrow.” tainly believe that their generosity serves as a “We strongly encourage all alumni and University Advancement. for their success,” Stanton said. catalyst for our alumni and friends to provide friends to contribute in 2003-2004. As “No public university can become truly dis- further monetary support.” Foundation president, I believe it is important tinctive without private support. These private Foundation officers elected Stanton added, “With the challenges and for our donors to know that the Foundation dollars are so critical to enable us to achieve opportunities ahead, we encourage our donors leadership and the staff pledge their utmost that ‘margin of excellence’ at East Tennessee Officers, board members and new members of ETSU, is treasurer. Immediate past to continue their support and to consider integrity to ensure that all gifts continue to State University,” Manahan concluded. were elected during the East Tennessee State president is Dennis T. Powell, owner opportunities for giving directed toward the be used precisely as the donors request. With University Foundation annual board and of Dennis Powell Body Shop, Johnson membership meeting on May 8. City. The membership of the Foundation consists Donald R. Raber, president, Tim P. Jones, Leslie Parks Pope, M. Thomas Krieger, Steve Conerly Eastman Credit Union provides faculty fellowship of 300 individuals who devote their time and Aldebaran Financial Inc., Kingsport, financial resources to the continuous improve- and 2003 ETSU Honorary Alumnus, contin- Also elected to fill an unexpired term for College of Business and Technology ment of educational opportunities at ETSU. ues as chair of the Investment Committee for to June 30, 2004, was Eleanor E. Yoakum, The Foundation elected officers to serve the Foundation, and Wayne G. Basler, former chairman of the board, 1st Century Bank, Eastman Credit Union not just one student, but many, by keeping from July 1, 2003, through June 30, 2004. director, AFG Industries Inc., Kingsport, is the Powell, and member of the Tennessee Higher Tim P. Jones, former general manager and has established a faculty our best faculty at ETSU.” representative of past presidents. Education Commission. vice president of Press Inc., Johnson City, was The following were elected to serve a first fellowship to support the Dr. Larry Prather, an associate professor The Foundation welcomed five new mem- elected president. Leslie Parks Pope, chair, The three-year term on the board of directors end- bers. Those from Johnson City include Dr. research, teaching and of economics and finance, has been selected Parks Group, LLC, Johnson City, was elected ing June 30, 2006: Dr. James W. Gibson, physi- Tony Katras, surgeon; Theresa K. Lee, senior scholarly activities of a as the initial Eastman Credit Union Faculty podium, adds, “Eastman Credit Union is vice president and continues as a Tennessee cian and senior director, Mountain Empire vice president, general counsel and corporate faculty member in the East Fellow. The stipend will assist him in his very proud to support the ETSU College of Board of Regents representative. Secretary Radiology, PC, Johnson City; Richard L. Green, secretary, Eastman Chemical Co.; Charles Tennessee State University research in the areas of managed portfolio Business and Technology and Dr. Prather. The is M. Thomas Krieger, retired business president and CEO, General Shale Products Pope, attorney; and Sam Preston, vice presi- College of Business and performance, stock trading rules and market College has contributed in a very real way to executive, Jonesborough. Dr. Steve Conerly Corp., Johnson City; Dr. Barbara Kimbrough dent, Preston McNees Specialty Woodworking. Dr. Larry Prather Technology. efficiency. ECU’s success since many of our managers of Management Services/Strategic Planning, of Johnson City, ophthalmologist, professor Also elected to Foundation membership was A stipend, provided annually over a five- The President and CEO of the credit and the majority of our employees who have Johnson City, and 2003 Honorary Alumnus of Surgery and director of Ophthalmology at Dr. J. Allen Burleson, dentist, Jonesborough. year period, will allow the recipient to attend union, Olan O. Jones, Jr., pictured at the college degrees graduated from ETSU.” ETSU’s James H. Quillen College of Medicine In addition, 17 individuals renewed their conferences, purchase relevant technology and 2003 Honorary Alumna of ETSU; and membership in the Foundation through and materials and devote time to research. In Howard W. Roddy, vice president, Healthy June 30, 2011: Judge H. Theodore Milburn, Community Initiative, Memorial Health Care addition, the fellowship holder will conduct Chattanooga; James Holmes, Elizabethton; WETS-FM completes ‘most successful fund-raiser ever’ System, Chattanooga. Don Crowe, Gray; Lynn Brannon, Bill seminar presentations for the Eastman Credit The following were elected to serve a second The phones stopped ringing and the volunteers went home, but WETS-FM (89.5 MHz) is Breeding, Reno Burleson, Lawrence F. Counts, Union board, management and staff. three-year term on the board ending June 30, Stephen Gross and Frank Wood, Johnson still receiving checks and pledges in response to its spring on-air fund-raising campaign. Dr. Linda Garceau, dean of the ETSU 2006: Frederick “Pal” Barger, businessman and City; Janey Diehl, Jonesborough; Wallace Alley College of Business and Technology, “This has been our most successful fund-raiser ever,” says station manager Wayne Winkler. entrepreneur, Kingsport; John Poteat, founding and Brenda White Wright, Kingsport; Linda explains, “The Eastman Credit Union Faculty “We raised more money, from more listeners, than in any single campaign since we began ask- director, Bank of Tennessee, Kingsport/Johnson Good, Knoxville; Susan Gentry Williams, Fellowship provides us with the opportunity ing for listener support in 1979.” City; Stan Puckett, chairman, president and Nashville; W. Cal McGraw, Atlanta; Dr. Clyde to leverage upon our most productive asset As of Friday, May 30, 2,521 WETS-FM supporters had pledged $179,144 to the non-com- In the annual “Almanac” edition of the CEO, Greene County Bank, Greeneville; Farnsworth, Jr., Southport, N.C.; and Oliver – our faculty. Support such as this benefits mercial public radio station operated by East Tennessee State University, exceeding the goal by Chronicle of Higher Education, ETSU placed K. Newton Raff, regional president, First Burgan Revell, Rowlett, Texas. over $4,000. third in overall private giving among Tennessee Bank, Johnson City; and Herbert R. higher education institutions in the state Silvers, attorney, Johnson City. of Tennessee for 2002-2003. 16 17 back Terry Bradshaw, who went on to win four Super The Hamilton Era Bowls in the 1970s with the Pittsburgh Steelers. So Current ETSU head coach Paul Hamilton even though Bradshaw could beat the best players in began his tenure in Johnson City in 1997. Two the NFL, he could not beat ETSU’s Buccaneers. games stood out in particular, as the Bucs defeated rivals Appalachian State and Furman. Against the The 1970s Mountaineers, the Bucs set at single-game record After suffering through eight straight los- for offense with 824 yards in a 51-28 victory. ing seasons, in 1979 second-year head coach Jack Against the Paladins, the 58 points ETSU scored and Carlisle returned the Bucs to respectability, as his the 34 fourth-quarter points the Bucs tallied both ETSU team went 7-4 for the season, with wins over still stand as Paladin Stadium records for an oppo- James Madison, Eastern Kentucky, Furman, UT- nent, as ETSU won 58-28. Chattanooga, Southeast Louisiana, North Back-to-back-to-back. That’s Moments in Alabama, and in-state rival Middle what current head coach Paul ETSU football program stays mostly intact in its final year Tennessee State. In all, Carlisle Hamilton and the Buccaneers Buccaneer Football would lead the Bucs to two accomplished from 1999 History winning seasons during his through the 2001 seasons, East Tennessee State finished 4-8 last season, “I was hoping I could retire here. But those scholarships were removed to make way for five-year stay, including a 6-5 posting three-straight win- then the university announced it was ending plans definitely had to change,” he said. women’s softball. The first season -1920 record in 1981. nings seasons for only the football program after this year. No one Several colleges have had to end their foot- ETSU, a Southern Conference member, Buccaneer football was born. It was in that year the second time in ETSU would have blamed the coaches and players if ball programs in recent years for financial last won a league championship in 1969, and that players from East Tennessee State College expe- Wolfpack Attacked football history, with the they had left. Team loyalty proved too strong reasons. For example, Swarthmore dropped its best recent year was 1996 when it went 9-2 rienced growing pains to start the inaugural season There was a great deal of other run of success- for that to happen. football after the 2000 season. overall and 7-1 in the conference. with back-to-back losses to Carson-Newman College excitement in Johnson City ful seasons coming in during the 1987 season, as The Buccaneers, who open the season Aug. Boston University’s Hamilton, a former and Milligan College by a total score of 85-0. Of the mid-50s. Even more course, the Bucs finished that year with a 3-2 record the Buccaneers started the 28 at Eastern Michigan, have been holding decision in the middle assistant at Air Force impressive, Hamilton – even though those victories came over Greeneville season with a 3-0 record. preseason practice like all the other teams of the 1997 season to ax from 1990-96, has a became the only head High School, Washington College Academy and However, three straight losses coach in the history of the nationwide with nearly every player returning. the program outraged 33-34 record after six Johnson City High School. While it was a different seemed to dampen the spirits school to accomplish that feat. “Even if I was offered to go, I wouldn’t have players, who traded in seasons, making him the world for football back in those days, that season in the Buccaneer locker room During those seasons, the Bucs because this is my school. I love playing here. I their school jerseys with third winningest coach did mark the beginning of eight decades of great until a trip to Raleigh, N.C., late in enjoyed their share of memorable love the coaches. They have been like a father generic ones they bought in the program’s 80-year moments at ETSU, and thus it makes our list. the season to take on Atlantic Coast victories, including wins over ranked to me,” senior defensive lineman Brandon with black numbers. history. Conference member North Carolina State. teams such as No. 6 Furman in 2000 and No. The First Championship Calton said. “I just couldn’t turn my back on There was little public ETSU has produced Entering the game with a 4-4 record, the Bucs stood 1 Georgia Southern in 2001, the only victory over a Winning championships is the goal of every ETSU the situation.” debate about ETSU’s many top-notch players toe-to-toe with the Wolfpack and came home with No. 1-ranked team in the school’s history. team that has ever put on the pads and sprinted onto arguably the most storied victory in ETSU history, University president Paul Stanton decision. Stanton was - receiver Cecil Moore, an the gridiron. In 1938, that goal was achieved. Under besting N.C. State 29-14. announced in May his final decision to elimi- faced this summer with all-conference player in the direction of head coach Gene McMurray, the Dear ETSU Alumni, nate the Division I-AA football program after having to cut more than ‘02, signed as a free agent Buccaneers finished with a 6-2 record and won the The 1990s note This is especially for the current and the 2003 season to help save money. $7.5 million from the with the New York Jets Smoky Mountain Conference Championship. That On Nov. 30, 1996, the Buccaneers made his- former players who have worn the blue and gold “My first thought when I got the word was, university’s $139 million this year. year, the Bucs enjoyed wins over Union, Cumberland, tory twice on the same day. First, they reached the during the past 80 years of Buccaneer football. ‘What do I tell the players and how do I con- budget as part of a state- Hamilton believes Tusculum, Carson-Newman, Maryville and Milligan. 10-win mark for only the second time in school As well, this note is for the persons who tended tinue to make the players believe and realize wide initiative. some of his players will Their only losses came to Eastern Kentucky and King history with a 35-29 victory over Villanova. to their injuries, who managed the equipment, Second, that win came in the first round of the that certainly good things are going to happen Football, which loses be attending Division I College. That championship team of 1938 is joined who cheered and those who played in the march- Division I-AA playoffs, marking the first playoff for them? And let them know that whatever $1.1 million annu- schools next season. This by the 1962 and 1969 Buccaneers as the only ETSU victory in the program’s history. Brandon Walker ing band. I also write to those who worked qui- the future holds for them that I was going to ally, would be in trouble teams to win football titles. year gives the players a rushed for over 100 yards for the ninth time that etly in the arena on game day making the event help them?’ “ said coach Paul Hamilton. anyway because of a chance to showcase their The 1960s season, while wide receiver Greg Johnson was a possible. “I assured them I was going to stay in this decision by the Tennessee Higher Education talents and get on film so other colleges can Putting together a five-game winning streak is star performer with 140 yards on 10 receptions. n O behalf of the entire ETSU family, I wish thing to the end.” Commission, which governs all state colleges see them. tough in any sport, especially football. But in 1963, Unfortunately, ETSU’s season would end the to thank each of you for the personal energy and Each player was released from his scholar- and universities, to remove all state funding “I’ll tell you, this team will be recruited a fresh off an Ohio Valley Conference championship next week with a loss to Montana in the quarter- effort, as well as your sacrifice of time and work ship and will be allowed to play at another from athletics programs by 2007. great deal. I’ve got I-A schools calling that in 1962, the Buccaneers started their season off at finals. to represent ETSU in the realm of college foot- school immediately without sitting out a sea- ETSU would have to find other means of want some of our players already,” he said. 1-1 and then put together a string of five straight With teams like the 1996 squad that fin- ball. Each fall, you shared with us your talents wins over UT-Chattanooga, Tennessee Tech, Eastern son like regular transfers. making up the deficit, and private fund rais- As for Hamilton, he’s more worried about ished with a 10-3 record and the 1997 team and showcased the best in character and spirit of Kentucky, Wofford, Morehead State and Austin Peay. When workouts began this month, only one ing was not considered a realistic alternative. getting his players settled in new schools by that ended its season with a 7-4 mark, ETSU athletic competition. From the hours of practice, Unfortunately, that season saw Western Kentucky and football enjoyed a run of talented players dur- upperclassman had decided to transfer, leaving The school’s home, the 13,000-seat domed January than finding a new job. to the long bus rides, you put everything on the Middle Tennessee as the teams to beat, and the Bucs ing the late 1990s that is unmatched in Buc 63 on the Buccaneers’ roster. Of the 15-mem- Memorial Stadium, also would likely need its line season after season, game after game. To Reprinted with permission of finished third in the league. football history. That skill would show through ber signing class, five freshmen enrolled. Every indoor turf replaced in the near future. you, we gladly express our heartfelt appreciation. the Associated Press in the single game, single season and career assistant coach, including six hired this winter, “You have to take the bull by the horns. The Grantland Rice Bowl ou Y have left us with a lasting legacy and August 24, 2003 record books, as players like quarterbacks Greg remained on the staff. Even though it’s a difficult decision, it’s the On Dec. 13, 1969, the Buccaneers completed the Ryan and Todd Wells, running backs Brian shining example of ETSU PRIDE! Freshman Brandon Barnes, an offensive right decision to make,” Stanton said at the most successful football season in the history of the Edwards and Brandon Walker, wide receivers lineman, initially thought about finding time. school with a 34-14 victory over Louisiana Tech at B.J. Adigun and Jeff Johnson, and defenders Sincerely, another school but changed his mind. Hamilton, 45, said the emphasis on football the Grantland Rice Bowl in Baton Rouge, La. The like linebacker Mario Hankerson and James win sealed the only undefeated sea- “I’ve committed to them and I promised I’d has been in decline since he became coach Russell peppered the all-time lists with their son in the history of the school, as names. Even today, Walker remains as the be up there, so I’m going to go ahead,” he said. in 1997. The school dropped Elon and James legendary head coach John Robert Defensive coordinator Billy Taylor, a former Madison from its 1998 schedule and played school’s all-time leading rusher, Wells is Paul E. Stanton, Jr. Bell and the Bucs ended the 1969 the Southern Conference record holder for linebacker and assistant coach since 1997, Miami and Mississippi State instead to make campaign with a 10-0-1 record career offensive yards, Ryan holds numer- President wasn’t ready to leave his alma mater yet. up for a $425,000 deficit. The next year, five and an Ohio Valley Conference ous career passing marks, and Adigun and Championship. Making the victory Hankerson joined up in 1997 to become even more sweet was the fact that the only dual All-America selections in Louisiana Tech was led by quarter- ETSU history.

18 19 Sports Spectrum ETSU launches new Buccaneer Sports Network The Department of Intercollegiate Athletics of stations includes: According to ETSU Director of Athletic announced that it will begin a new, in-house • WJCW-AM (910) in Tri-Cities Media Relations Michael White, there is room radio and television network beginning with • WKIN-AM (1320) in Kingsport for more affiliates and the drive for sponsor- New men’s basketball coach looks to maintain winning trend the 2003-04 football season. • WCSK-FM (90.3) in Kingsport ship is still underway. In cooperation with the ETSU Communi- • WRGS-AM (1370) in Rogersville, Tenn. As part of the Buccaneer Sports Network The East Tennessee one selling point, while the Tri-Cities commu- three years (1985-87) as a graduate assistant cations Department, the Buccaneer Sports • WSWV-AM & FM (1570 & 105.5) in project, ETSU has named local radio person- State University men’s nity also played a factor. under Knight at Indiana University. “It’s not Network will produce live radio broadcasts of Pennington Gap, Va. ality Jay Sandos as the “Voice of the Bucs.” basketball squad Character didn’t hurt either. “The thing I ideal, but we decided with a veteran team ... to ETSU athletic events, a weekly radio coaches • WNRG-AM (940) in Grundy, Va. Sandos, who acted as play-by-play man during isn’t broken - as last like about our team is that they’re good guys,” just throw it all out there very quickly and see show, live audio streaming of games through • WMJD-FM (97.7) in Grundy, Va. ETSU’s 2002-03 men’s basketball season, will season’s success illus- said Bartow. “Ed (DeChellis) and his staff did where we are.” www.etsubucs.com, a weekly television show • WCRR-AM (660) in Rural Retreat, Va. carry those same duties for football this season trates - so incoming a great job recruiting good guys and good Practice begins Oct. 18, but instead of a tra- highlighting all of the department’s 17 pro- As for the television component of the net- and will serve as host of the weekly coaches coach Murry Bartow people. There’s no secret what makes a good ditional “Midnight Madness” contest, the Bucs grams, as well as daily reports on a local work, Charter Communications has agreed to radio show and the television broadcast. won’t be looking for coach. Players make a good coach.” will hold a fan appreciation day on Oct. 19 at sports radio show. broadcast the weekly show on its local channel Fans are encouraged to visit any quick fixes or While Bartow enters a program that has to 4 p.m. in Brooks Gym. WJCW-AM 910, a long-time supporter of Tri-Cities TV 13, while Comcast Cable will www.etsubucs.com for more informa- major overhauls. be a pre-season favorite to win the Southern Meanwhile, ETSU’s first intrasquad game ETSU athletics, will once again act as the flag- broadcast to the remaining households in the tion on the network, and interested Thus, the Conference, he leaves a UAB program famil- will take place on Nov. 2, while an exhibi- ship station for the network, while as many as area on its Community Channel 14. Thursday affiliates or sponsors can contact Michael idea of staying the course was a major topic iar with postseason experience. During his tion contest with Global Sports on Nov. eight other stations have agreed to broadcast nights at 7 p.m. is the tentative broadcast time White at 423.439.4220 or via e-mail at stressed by Bartow to about 80 members at a six-year stint with the Blazers, Bartow went 10 will give the locals one more preseason games and the weekly coaches show. The list for the show. [email protected]. Kingsport Kiwanis Club meeting in August. 108-83 - including two consecutive National contest before the 2003-04 opener Nov. 21 at “We’ve got a little bit of a different team, Invitation Tournament appearances (1997-98) Houston. but we do have a lot of the major pieces of the and an NCAA tourney berth in 1999. Despite a higher degree of difficulty in Pirate Club elects officials for 2003-04 puzzle back,” admitted the former University In fact, Bartow’s UAB squads knocked off non-conference play, Bartow understands the Men’s Basketball of Alabama at Birmingham skipper, adding, 10 top-25 ranked schools during his tenure - ultimate goal of all SoCon teams: win the con- The Pirate Club Scholarship Fund recently “We are happy to have so many leaders 2003-2004 Schedule “We’re excited about it.” racking up 48 Conference USA victories. ference tournament. named new officers for 2003-04. in our community that want to be a part of Instead of inheriting a rebuilding situation, And with no major injuries to report dur- “I think we’re going to have a very good Andy Whetsel, executive vice president for helping our student-athletes,” said Jo Anne Nov 21 at Houston (Houston, Texas) Bartow will look to continue the winning ing his eight-week pre-season conditioning basketball team, but to say we’re going to get Citizen Bank-Tri-Cities, agreed to begin his Paty, executive director of the Pirate Club. Nov 23 at Texas Tech (Lubbock, Texas) trend in Johnson City - a trend which, in 2002, program, expectations already have shot back to the NCAA tournament ... there’s just first tenure as president of the Pirate Club “The Pirate Club provides a priceless service Nov 25 MARS HILL featured a Southern Conference tournament through the Mini-Dome’s roof, despite a too many factors in a league like this where and will replace Tom Seaton, owner of the to young people, and to accomplish our goals Nov 29 UNC-WILMINGTON championship and a near first-round upset of brutal non-conference road schedule featur- only one team gets out,” concluded Bartow. Firehouse Restaurant in Johnson City, who we need the support of people throughout Dec 3 at UNC-Asheville (Asheville, N.C.) Dec 6 GEORGIA SOUTHERN * Atlantic Coast Conference power Wake Forest ing the likes of Clemson, Houston, Tennessee “But I think we’re going to be really good.” spent the past two years as president. In addi- our area. These newly chosen board members Dec 15 at Clemson (Clemson, S.C.) in the NCAA tournament. Tech, and a Nov. 23 date with Bobby Knight’s tion to Whetsel, Johnson City School Board care about the scholarships we provide and Dec 17 at Tennessee Tech (Cookeville) But winning wasn’t the only thing that drew Texas Tech squad. By Josh Floyd member Marcy Walker was chosen vice presi- they want to see our work continue.” Dec 20 VIRGINIA-WISE Bartow to ETSU. A rich Buccaneer history “I’ve played Coach Knight twice and I’m 0- Kingsport Times-News dent, Spherion Staffing owner Carol Trahan The sole purpose of the Pirate Club Dec 27 vs. IUPUI at Rainbow Classic featuring legendary coaches Madison Brooks, 2, so I’m not really sure why I’m playing him was named secretary, and Kingsport business- Scholarship Fund is to provide scholarship (Honolulu, Hawaii) Sonny Smith and Les Robinson certainly was again,” said a smiling Bartow, who served for man Jim Wells was selected treasurer. dollars to student-athletes at ETSU. Dec 29 vs. Lamar or Hawaii at Rainbow Classic (Honolulu, Hawaii) Dec 30 vs. Pepperdine, Fairfield, Bowling ETSU ranked second in Commissioner’s Cup Green or American at Rainbow Longtime trainer Jerry Robertson announces retirement and seventh in Germann Cup Classic (Honolulu, Hawaii) Jan 5 at Furman * (Greenville, S.C.) For 38 years, Jerry Robertson has dedicated Earning respect from players, coaches and ETSU tied for second place in the Germann Cup (Women’s) Standings Jan 10 at UNC-Greensboro * his time and efforts to the betterment of staff alike through his hard work and willing- Commissioner’s Cup Standings with 67 points (Greensboro, N.C.) the East Tennessee State University Athletics ness to act as a trusted advisor to student- School Points and seventh in the Germann Cup Standings Jan 12 UNION COLLEGE Department, gaining an enviable reputation as athletes, Robertson has been a steadfast sup- 1 Furman 83.5 with 59.5 points. The Southern Conference Jan 17 WESTERN CAROLINA * one of the finest athletic trainers in the country. porter of Buccaneer athletics both on and 2 Chattanooga 78 awards the Commissioner’s Cup and Germann 3 Georgia Southern 74.5 Jan 19 at Elon * (Elon, N.C.) “Jerry Robertson has been an important off the field. A 1983 inductee into the ETSU Cup annually to the top men’s and women’s 4 College of Charleston 70.5 Jan 21 DAVIDSON * part of ETSU athletics for a long time,” said Athletics Hall of Fame, he was also inducted athletic programs in the conference. 5 Appalachian State 69 Jan 24 at Appalachian State * (Boone, N.C.) ETSU Director of Intercollegiate Athletics into the Tennessee Athletic Trainers Society BucSports Medical 6 Western Carolina 68.5 Jan 26 WOFFORD * Dave Mullins. “Jerry has spent a very fine Hall of Fame in 1995. In 1997, his peers hon- 7 East Tennessee State 59.5 Jan 31 at Western Carolina * (Cullowhee, N.C.) career committed to caring for student-ath- ored Robertson when he was awarded the Care: It’s NOT Just Commissioner’s Cup (Men’s) Standings 8 UNC Greensboro 58 Feb 2 UNC-GREENSBORO * letes and giving them personal counsel. His National Athletic Trainers’ Association Most School Points 9 Davidson 51.5 Feb 7 APPALACHIAN STATE * dedication to athletic training has been a Distinguished Athletic Trainer Award. for Athletes! 1 Appalachian State 96 10 Wofford 30 Feb 9 at Chattanooga * (Chattanooga) model for many of his students, who have fol- 2 East Tennessee State 67 11 The Citadel 19 Feb 14 ELON * To schedule an appointment 12 VMI 18 lowed his example into the profession.” 3 Furman 67 Feb 16 at The Citadel * (Charleston, S.C.) 13 UNC Wilmington 6 with a physician or physical 4 Chattanooga 66 Feb 21 vs. TBA * (TBA) 5 Western Carolina 61.5 Feb 23 CHATTANOOGA * therapist call: (423) 439-4044. 6 The Citadel 61 Feb 28 at College of Charleston * 7 Davidson 59.5 For more on ETSU sports 8 VMI 58 (Charleston, S.C.) 9 College of Charleston 56 Mar 3 vs. Southern Conference go to www.etsubucs.com 10 Georgia Southern 52.5 Tournament 11 Wofford 52 (Charleston, S.C. -- March 3-6) 12 UNC Greensboro 49.5 Home games in ALL CAPS * indicates Southern Conference game 20 E T S U T O D A Y 21 Classnotes Cpl. Onnie J. Conkin (B.S., ’00) is participating Dr. Carol Procter (M.D., ’00) joined the ETSU and his wife, Sherrie, welcomed their daughter, Glen E. Allen, Jr. (B.B.A., ’96) was promoted to Holly L. Price (B.S., ’96) married Andrew Brett in Operation Iraqi Freedom while assigned to the Physicians and Associates-Internal Medicine office Abigail Lee, on December 5, 2002. assistant vice president and accounting manager Ellis on October 19, 2002. Holly is a sales special- 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit. in Elizabethton. She will also serve as an assistant Dr. Ryan A. Stanton (B.S., ’99; M.D., ’03) mar- for Greene County Bancshares. He is responsible ist with Novartis Pharmaceuticals and Andy is a 2000s Jason R. Deel (B.S., ’00), along with his mili- professor at ETSU’s James H. Quillen College of ried Donna Deweese on December 27, 2002. The for all financial and regulatory accounting func- certified public accountant with Ingram, Overholt, tary unit, was deployed overseas in support of Medicine. couple resides in Johnson City. tions. He lives in Church Hill with his wife and two and Bean. The couple resides in Knoxville, Shawn S. Barr (B.S., ’02) joined Lake Pointe Operation Iraqi Freedom. Anita J. Rose (B.A., ’00) will be profiled as a jour- Chad E. Adams (A.A.S., ’98) was designated children. Tennessee. Advertising in its marketing and graphics depart- Michaele D. Francis (B.S., ‘00) married Michael nalist and minister in the 2003 edition of “Who’s a registered technologist in computed tomog- Shannon K. Bell (B.S., ’96) married Capt. Becky A. Wilds (B.S., ’96) recently married ment. He is responsible for coordinating the firm’s V. Butler (B.B.A., ’00) on October 19, 2002. Who in America”. She is an accomplished political raphy by the American Registry of Radiologic William Maples on July 27, 2002, at Quail Mark E. Dixson (B.S., ’95). The couple resides in nationwide marketing efforts and graphic designs Michaele is employed by Priority Healthcare and journalist, poet, and author. Technologists. He is chief radiologic technologist Botanical Gardens, San Diego. Shannon is a Greeneville, Tennessee. for its business partners. Michael is a business sales representative with Selena C. Smith (B.F.A., ’00) married Philip B. at Wellmont Hawkins County Memorial Hospital. behavioral case manager with The Excel Group. Timothy D. Hall (B.S., ’95) joined the law office Angela D. Barry (B.B.A., ’02) married Benjamin Cingular Wireless. The couple resides in Knoxville, Trunnell (B.B.A., ’99) on June 1, 2002. Selena is an Brenna L. Bevins (B.S., ’98) was promoted to William is a U.S. Marine Corps AV-8B Harrier pilot. of E. Patrick Hull. His areas of practice include M. Williams (B.S., ’00) on June 29, 2002. The Tennessee. art therapist with Fairfax County Public Schools and Children’s Miracle Network Director in January The couple resides in Yuma, Arizona. education, real estate, wills and estates, business couple resides in Greenwood, South Carolina. Stacie L. Harris (B.A., ’00) was appointed to the Philip is employed by PriceWaterhouseCoopers. 2003. She married Josh H. Gillispie on June 28, Christina L. Coris (B.S., ’96) married Hill Carter formation and commercial lease negotiations. He Brandi E. Belcher (B.B.A., ’02) joined AFG’s mar- U.S. State Department as a Foreign Service Officer- The couple resides in Herndon, Virginia. 2003. The couple resides in Bristol, Virginia. III on April 12, 2003. Christina is employed at Fan is licensed to practice in Tennessee and Florida. keting department as Market Analyst. Consular Division in August 2002. She is currently Amy R. Stewart (B.B.A., ’00) married David Martha L. Falin (B.S.E., ’98) married J. Billy Free Clinic and Hill is employed at La Petite France. Christy G. Hoeke (M.A.T., ’95) and her hus- Scott N. Carter (B.S., ’02) won the Distinguished waiting for a vacancy at an American Embassy M. Johnson (B.B.A., ’03) on May 10, 2003. Amy Mowell, Jr. (B.B.A., ’92) on July 21, 2002. The The couple resides in Richmond, Virginia. band, Stuart, welcomed their son, Benjamin American Award at the Tri-Cities chapter of the overseas. is a human resource generalist at Citi Cards and couple resides in Church Hill, Tennessee. Pierce, on May 24, 2002. Christy opened an National Football Foundation and College Hall of David is an investment analyst at American Values Dina L. Harrill (B.B.A., ’98) married Danny Long acting school, The Academy of Dramatic Arts, in Fame’s Eleventh Annual Awards Dinner. Investments Inc. on August 17, 2002. Dina is the special project Kimberley M. Holloway (M.A. Greeneville, Tennessee. April L. Edwards (B.S., ’02) married Steven Dunn Brian M. Waddle (B.S., ’00) married Kathryn M. coordinator with The Daily Post-Athenian. Danny ‘98) recently released the fi rst Tracy R. Justus (B.S.N., ’95) married Thomas on August 24, 2002. April is employed at the Boys Kovacs on June 22, 2002. David is employed by is a physical therapist for Bench Mark Physical literary criticism of Sharyn St. John Curtin III on May 18, 2002. Tracy is and Girls Club of Greater Kingsport and Steven McCrumb’s ballad novels Dividing Line Surveying and Mapping and Kathryn Therapy. The couple resides in Athens, Tennessee. employed by Wellmont Bristol Regional Medical is an operations support analyst at Intellithought. in her book, From A Race of is employed by Universal Companies, Inc. The Gregory L. Hemontolor (M.S., ’98) was recently Center and Thomas is the owner of The Pretzel The couple resides in Church Hill, Tennessee. Storytellers: The Ballad Novels couple resides in Bristol, Virginia. promoted to Senior Clinical Research Associate Twister in St. Augustine, Florida. The couple Angel L. Gambrel (B.A., ’02) joined the Peace of Sharyn McCrumb. at ICON Clinical Research. He is in charge of a Contaning articles and resides in Bristol, Tennessee. Corps, where she will be doing volunteer work on 1990s clinical drug study with a leading pharmaceutical essays about all aspects of David F. Paduch (B.B.A., ’95) and his wife, the Caribbean island of St. Lucia. Stephanie M. Bauer (B.S., ’99) graduated from company. McCrumb’s work, Holloway’s Leslie, welcomed their daughter, Allison Francis, on John A. Hilton (B.S., ’02) married Michelle the University of Tennessee College of Law in May Robert L. Huddleston (B.S., ’98) married Angela book includes literary criticism, interpretations June 14, 2002. Diane Barrett on May 18, 2002. John is a project The law fi rm of Hunter, Smith & Davis, LLP and practical suggestions for teaching the ballad welcomed two ETSU graduates, J. Todd Ross 2003. She will be joining the law firm of Littler Renee Cottrell in August 2002 at Cheekwood Michael E. Wininger (M.B.A., ’95) married estimator with Denark Construction and Michelle novels. Holloway’s collection provides a deeper (‘93,’95) and Michael A. Lewis (‘92), to the Mendelson in Atlanta, Georgia, as an associate Botanical Gardens in Nashville, Tennessee. Both Christina Lynn Dewell on December 28, 2002. is a therapist with Cherokee Health Systems. The understanding of the real southern Appalachian fi rm. attorney. finished law school in May 2003. Mountains through essays written by 14 differ- Michael is employed at Banta Book Group and couple resides in Knoxville, Tennessee. Ross holds both a B.S. in Psychology and Jill K. Benner (B.A., ’99) graduated in May Tara M. Lankford (B.S.W., ’98) married Aaron ent scholars of McCrumb’s fi ction and one by Christina is employed at SunTrust Bank. The Autumn R. Johnson (B.S.N., ’02) married a master’s degree in Education, Counseling, 2003 with a Master of Arts in Teaching from the Smalling on July 27, 2002. Tara is an Outreach McCrumb herself. couple resides in Johnson City. Rob Hoover on December 28, 2002. Autumn Marriage and Family Therapy from ETSU. His University of South Carolina. She also gave birth Counselor for Smyth County and Aaron is the She has served as a teacher, writer and Leslie R. Davis (B.B.A., ’93; M.C.M., ’95) married is employed in the emergency department at J.D. is from the Appalachian School of Law copyeditor. Currently, she is a senior lecturer in where he was ranked number one in the class to her son, Blake Alexander Lutz, on February 7, owner of Smalling’s Barber Shop. The couple Michael Conger on October 19, 2002. Leslie is a Wellmont Holston Valley Hospital and Rob is an English at King College in Bristol, Tenn. of ‘02. 2003. resides in Bristol, Tennessee. community planner with Knoxville/Knox County exercise therapist at Eastman Health and Wellness. Lewis holds a B.S. in Surveying and Map- Walter D. Blankenship (Cer., ’99; A.A.S., ’00; Colleen Vasconcellos (M.A., ’98) married John Metropolitan Planning Commission and Michael The couple resides in Kingsport, Tennessee. ping from ETSU and a J.D. from the University B.S., ’00) married Laura Toler on August 10, Wilson on June 29, 2002. She was on a U.S. Tabitha G. Grizzell (B.S., ’96; M.S., ’99) married is a Senior Transportation Engineer with Knoxville Tara H. Osborne (B.B.A., ’02) married Chad M. of Tennessee College of Law (‘02). 2002, at Allandale Mansion in Kingsport. He cur- Fulbright Grant to Jamaica during the 2002-03 Lance Estes on August 17, 2003. She is a Quality Regional Transportation Planning Organization. Bacon (B.B.A., ’96) on July 13, 2002. Both are Hunter, Smith & Davis, LLP is a regional rently attends graduate school at the University of academic year. She is currently a Ph.D. candi- Assurance Manager with DeRoyal Industries in The couple resides in Knoxville, Tennessee. owners/operators of Mail Boxes Etc. in Johnson law fi rm serving Southwest Virginia and Northeast Tennessee. For more information Kentucky. date for Atlantic Studies at Florida International Powell, Tennessee. David M. Doty (B.S., ’93) has become City and Bristol and Auntie Anne’s Pretzels in please visit www.hsdlaw.com. Jamie Whited Campbell (A.A.S., ’99) and her University. John is an attorney. The couple resides Dr. Amy L. Haynes (M.D., ’96; Res., ’99) was Children’s Minister at Grinnell Christian Church. Johnson City and Kingsport. The couple resides in husband Robert Campbell welcomed their son, in Kingston, Jamaica. certified as a medical review officer through the His wife, Angela, is chaplain at the Iowa Veterans Kingsport, Tennessee. Mitchell Whited Campbell, into their family on Dr. Brett S. Bilbrey (B.S., ’97; M.D., ’01) com- Medical Review Officer Certification Council. She Home in Marshalltown. The couple resides in Donald L. Probst, Jr. (B.S., ’02) received his Daniel S. Lewis (B.S., ’00) was recognized by November 30, 2002. pleted his second year of residency on July 1, 2003. serves as the MRO for Wellmont Occupational Grinnell, Iowa. commission as a naval officer after completing the state Department of Education as a Title I Kimberly D. Cutshaw (M.E.H., ’99) married Charles G. Roberts (B.S., ’97) married Leslie Health Services at Hawkins County Memorial Angela M. Fawbush-Carter (B.S.N., ’93) and her Officer Candidate School at Naval Aviation Schools Distinguished Graduate. Title I provides extra Roger K. Carter on June 14, 2003. Kimberly has Ann Fussell on September 16, 2002, in Negril, Hospital. husband, Tommy, welcomed their daughter, Jillian Command, Naval Air Station, Pensacola, Florida. funding and programs to high-poverty areas. completed 10 years of work at Tusculum College Jamaica. Charles is a medical sales representative Robert H. Kermode (B.E.H., ’96) married Larkin, on April 9, 2003. The couple resides in Jennifer L. Beard (B.B.A., ’01) recently moved Daniel is currently attending James H. Quillen and Roger is employed by TDOT. The couple with Aesculap and Leslie is a dental hygienist for Kimberly Marie Garmeson on October 12, 2002. Greeneville, Tennessee. to Chattanooga, Tennessee, and is the Regional College of Medicine. resides in Limestone, Tennessee. Dr. Mark H. Luck, DDS. The couple resides in The couple resides in Orlando, Florida. Jeffrey A. MacFarlane (B.B.A., ’93) was pro- Commercial Credit Analyst for Union Planters Bank. John D. Lowry (B.S., ’00) was selected as Rebecca M. Davis (B.S.E., ’99; M.Ed., ’01) mar- Knoxville, Tennessee. Tonia M. Martin (B.S., ’96) and her husband, moted to Marine Corps Major in April 2003. He Katherine E. Fuller (B.B.A., ’01) married Aaron Johnson City’s new chief of police. He has been ried Larry Simerly on May 24, 2003, at Allandale Kevin, welcomed their first son, Riley Emerson, on Norris Chesser on August 31, 2002. Katie works with the Police Bureau for the past 25 years. Mansion in Kingsport, Tennessee. Rebecca is a February 13, 2003. for Proffitts, Inc. and Aaron is employed by Charlotte D. Moore (B.B.A., ’00) married John teacher at Happy Valley Elementary School and Enterprise, Inc. The couple resides in Bluff City, B. Wylie (B.B.A., ’00; B.S., ’00) on October 26, Larry works for Johnson City Power Board. The Tennessee. 2002. Charlotte is a senior analyst with Lend Lease couple resides in Elizabethton. Leigh Ann Holt (A.A.S., ’01) married Jeremy F. Real Estate Investments and John is an area sales Carrie R. Donaldson (B.S., ’99) married Herman Cameron on December 14, 2002. With a Charitable Gift Annuity,You can Give manager with Dillard’s Inc. The couple resides in McCarter on November 2, 2002. The couple Kiley M. Triplett (B.S., ’01) graduated from the Atlanta, Georgia. resides in St. Louis, Missouri. University of Tennessee in May 2003 with a Master While You Receive Christy S. Perdue (B.S., ’00) married Jeffrey D. Josh C. Gambrel (B.B.A., ’99) recently began of Science in Social Work. Baker on August 10, 2002. Christy is employed at volunteer work with the Peace Corps in China. He Mackenzie A. Blair (B.A., ’00) married • Do you need to receive a lifetime income? Martin Luther Homes and Jeffrey is employed at previously served in Uzbekistan. Christopher N. Frazier on August 11, 2002. Bush Hog. The couple resides in Johnson City. Scott M.Grady (B.S., ’99) was recently promoted • Do you desire to benefit students and faculty through the ETSU Foundation? Mackenzie is pursuing her master’s degree at Jason B. Phillips (B.B.A., ’00) married Amanda to Export Administrator for Extech Instruments, ETSU and is the assistant director of Fun Fest In exchange for an irrevocable gift of $20,000 or more, the ETSU Foundation E. Kenner on August 10, 2002. Jason is employed a multi-national company based in Boston, Have you answered the call? for the Kingsport Area Chamber of Commerce. at Eastman Credit Union and Amanda is employed Massachusetts. He oversees all international trans- through the Principal Financial Insurance Group, will make payments to you for life. Christopher is an accounts resolutions specialist at at Citi-Commerce Solutions. The couple resides in actions between offices in Hong Kong, Taipei, and Citi Commerce Solutions. The couple resides in Sample Single-Beneficiary Gift Annuity Rates: Kingsport, Tennessee. Kuala Lumpur. Call University Advancement Johnson City. Gregg A. Powers (B.G.S., ’00) was named 2002 Teresa L. Kirk (B.A., ’99) married Anthony S. AGE %RATE AGE %RATE AGE %RATE Michael P. Bucchi (B.S., ’00) received his com- Outdoor Writer of the Year by the East Tennessee Allen (B.A., ’95) on February 1, 2003. The couple 55 5.5 70 6.5 85 9.5 mission as a naval officer after completing Officer at (423) 439-4242 for Sportsmen’s Federation. Gregg is the Outdoors resides in Birmingham, Alabama. 60 5.7 75 7.1 90 11.3 Candidate School in Pensacola, Florida, with dis- Writer for the Johnson City Press. Robert T. Rigler (B.S., ’99) graduated from 65 6.0 80 8.0 tinction. Virginia Commonwealth University in May 2003 more information about with a Master in Urban and Regional Planning. He For more information, please contact Richard A. Manahan, CPA or Jeff W. Anderson, Challenge 2000. J.D., at 423-439-4242, or e-mail [email protected]. Rates subject to change. 22 E T S U T O D A Y Please call for rates for two-life gift annuities. 23 works at headquarters of the U.S. Marine Corps by First Tennessee Bank. He develops financial Ambulance Service Association. He is chief flight and resides with his family in Manassas, Virginia. planning strategies for customers. nurse with Mountain States Health Alliance and Chad W. Whitfield (B.S., ’93) was elected vice Dr. Mark D. Patterson (B.A., ’86; Res., ’95) the Wings Air Rescue air ambulance service. president of Tri-Cities Estate Planning Council. He became part owner, along with co-owners Norm Beth A. Anderson (B.B.A., ’83) was named is an attorney with Hunter, Smith & Davis, LLP. Clark and Ron Bullard, of SouthCo., a furniture director of the Institute for Servant Leadership at Dr. William Block (M.D., ’92) was promoted plant in Del Rio. Patterson is a surgeon who has Milligan College. The Institute promotes Christian to the rank of associate professor of Obstetrics/ been treating patients in a hospital he helped servant leadership through educational programs, Gynecology at ETSU. establish in northern Afghanistan. opportunities for involvement, and collaboration Jacqueline W. Carey (B.E.H., ’92) graduated from Jose F. Rodriquez (B.E.H., ’86) is currently serv- and recognition of servant leaders. the University of Kentucky College of Medicine on ing in the Army as a Joint Interoperability Plans Suzann H. Hobbs (B.S.N., ’83; M.S.N., ’93) May 17, 2003, with high distinction honors. She Officer. joined VCCM in Weber City, Virginia. She special- is going into Internal Medicine and will conduct Vanessa M. Bramble (A.S., ’85; B.S., ’86) izes in Adult and Pediatric Medicine and Women’s her residency training at the UK Chandler Medical served as an adjunct faculty member at Nave Medicine. Center. She was also recently inducted into the Paramedical the past fall and spring semesters. Brian Knave (B.A., ’83) married Maria Menezes Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society and She and her husband, Stephen, moved back to on August 6, 2001. Brian is the associate editor was honored for her achievements. Dr. Carey and the area a year ago. of Electronic Musician and published a book of family reside in Lexington, Kentucky. poetry, “Fool Talking to the Full Moon”. He has Tom F. Eikenberry (B.B.A., ’92) received his The American Dental also produced many CDs, including spoken word M.B.A. from the University of Tennessee in May Hygienists’ Association (ADHA) and children’s music. 2002 and his J.D. in December 2002. has named Dr. Ruth Ketron Dr. Stephanie C. Leeper (B.S., ’83; M.D., ’87; James J. Stafford (B.B.A., ’92; M.B.A., ’00) (B.S. ‘71, M.A. ‘72) as one Res., ’90) was promoted to the rank of full profes- was promoted to the newly created position of of three winners of the 2003 sor of Internal Medicine at ETSU. Pfizer/ADHA Excellence in product manager, electronics at AFG Industries Dental Hygiene Award. The Inc., Kingsport. He will be responsible for busi- award honors dental hygienists 1970s ness development of AFG’s full range of electronic who exhibit excellence Dr. Lowell W. Biller (B.S., ’79; M.Ed., ’85; coated glass products. in dental hygiene by making significant Ed.D., ’94) published a book, Creating Brain- Chad S. Doub (B.B.A., ’91) was promoted contributions to the growth and development Friendly Classrooms: Practical Instructional to International Operations Supervisor at AFG of the profession. Strategies for Educators, in January 2003. Ketron has been a dental hygienist for 22 Industries. He is responsible for supervising AFG’s years. Ketron was also a professor at ETSU, Karen D. King (A.D.H., ’79; B.S., ’81) has international staff and logistics for sales worldwide. president of the Tennessee Dental Hygienists’ attained the rank of full professor of Dental Joseph M. Gellene (B.B.A., ’91) and his wife Lisa Association, and a member of various councils, Hygiene at ETSU. G. Gellene (B.B.A., ’90) welcomed their daughter, delegations and committees. Kenneth R. Roberts (B.S., ’79) was promoted Annalise, into the family on June 14, 2002. The to senior examiner at the Federal Reserve Bank couple also moved into a new house in Haymarket, of Atlanta. He serves as the primary relationship Virginia. Brenda J. Crisp (B.S., ’85) married Stephen manager for several large community banks in Stacy M. Ivester (B.B.A., ’91) and his wife, Hines on September 24, 2002, in Destin, Florida. Alabama and Louisiana and mentors new examiners. Robyn, welcomed their son, Clayton Johnson, on She is currently an advertising manager for the G. Ralph Greene (M.A., ’78) has been helping September 26, 2002. Knoxville News-Sentinel. The couple resides in his community by building birdhouses that he Russell M. Nix (B.S. ’91) married Lori Lyn Seymour, Tennessee. donates to charities. The charities, in turn, will Lockwood on October 19, 2002. Russell is Dr. Anand B. Karnad (Res., ’85) has attained auction them off to raise money. So far his bird- employed by TEK Systems and Lori is a teacher the rank of full professor of Internal Medicine at houses have helped the local library, garden clubs, with Metro Public Schools. The couple resides in ETSU. as well as provided scholarships to students. Ralph Nashville, Tennessee. Jeff G. Ledford (B.B.A., ’85) and his wife, Alisa, resides in Snellville, Georgia. Lee Ann Willis (B.S., ’91) was recently honored celebrated the birth of their son, Joshua Noah Charles L. Morgan (B.S., ’78) was selected as as one of The Business Journal of Tri-Cities TN/VA Kennedy, on March 15, 2003. the Class AAA Coach of the Year on the 2002-03 Warren R. McGraw II (B.S., ’85) and his wife, “40 Under Forty” for her career accomplishments. Sportswriters All-Northeast Tennessee Basketball Lee Ann is coordinator of university alumni at ETSU Kimberly, celebrated the birth of their son, Warren Team. He teaches at Dobyns-Bennett High School. where she is responsible for organizing all alumni R. McGraw III. Frederick G. Wolf III (M.E.H., ’78) Regional activities. Dr. Lyle C. Ailshie (M.A.T., ’84; Ed.D., ’96) was Remediation Manager, ATOFINA Chemicals, A. Jacob Bird (B.B.A., ’90) married Lori Anne elected as the Greeneville United Way’s president. Inc., was elected to the board of directors of Carpenter on November 22, 2002. Jake is a sales His term will run from April 1, 2003, until March the Academy of Certified Hazardous Materials representative for the Johnson City office of Lexis 31, 2004. In his volunteer role, he will oversee Managers, Rockville, Maryland. He received an Nexis and Lori is a registered nurse at HealthSouth. the local United Way’s operations and be chair- M.S. in Systems Management from the University The couple resides in Johnson City. man of the board of directors. Ailshie is the direc- of Denver in 1990 and a D.B.A. in Management Kenny A. Chesney (B.S., ’90) won Top Male tor of Greeneville schools. from Nova Southeastern University in 2000. He Vocalist of the Year at the 38th Annual Academy Janet S. Johnson (B.S., ’84) married James resides in Gig Harbor, Washington. of Country Music Awards on May 21, 2003. He, M. Rayner on October 5, 2002, in Phoenixville, Retta C. Overturf (B.S., ’76) was named along with his co-producers, Buddy Cannon and Pennsylvania. Janet is a communication consul- recruiter/coordinator of volunteers for the Long- Norro Wilson, and his record label, BNA Records, tant with the corporate offices of Nationwide Term Care Ombudsman Program for Legal Aid of won Single Record of the Year for the song, “The Provident. East Tennessee. Good Stuff.” Dr. Tony Katras (M.D., ’84; Res., ’89) was Margaret L. Thornton (M.A.T., ’76) was promoted to the rank of full professor of Surgery at named Conservation Educator of the Year dur- 1980s ETSU. ing the Cocke County Soil Conservation District Dr. Anita D. Cobble (B.S., ’89; M.D., ’93; Res., Maj. Michael E. Lynch (B.A., ’84) assumed annual banquet. She is a third grade teacher at ’98) was promoted to the rank of associate profes- duties of Director of Operations, Army Heritage Parrottsville Elementary. sor of Surgery at ETSU. and Education Center in Carlisle Barracks, Steven K. Messerli (B.S., ’75) was named Cynthia J. Ferrell (B.B.A., ’89) married Bryant Pennsylvania, in June 2003. He also adopted a recipient of the California State University, San Newman on August 31, 2002. The couple resides son, Joseph Xuan Thai, from Viet Nam in May Bernardino 2002 Distinguished Alumnus for the in Savannah, Georgia. 2002. In December 2001, he received a Master College of Business and Public Administration. Ken Boyle (B.S., ’88) joined T.W. Frierson of Art in History from Virginia Commonwealth Steven is Executive Director of the Lake County Contractor in 2002 as developer/manager of University. Forest Preserves, Libertyville, Illinois. Frierson Tenant Improvement, a new TI division. Dwain M. Rowe (B.S.N., ’84) attained ambu- Ron D. Street (B.S., ’75) retired from the Todd Jones (B.B.A., ’88; M.B.A., ’90) became a lance management certification as a certified Johnson City Police Department. During his 30- certified financial planner for Northeast Tennessee ambulance administrator through the Tennessee year career, he worked his way from patrol officer

24 E T S U T O D A Y to police chief where he served for 13 years, lon- Dr. Ray Stahl Sr. was director of public informa- lyst for BWXT-Y-12 Plant. He was the husband of Lewis H. Foster (B.S., ’66) was a retired drivers ployed at Bemberg Corporation, North American retired teacher with the Bradley County School ger than any other chief in Johnson City history. tion and public relations at ETSU from 1968 until Patricia Smith. On April 14, 2003. education teacher with the Scott County School Rayon Corporation, and America Pharmaseal. He System. On May 30, 2003. Clem C. Wilkes, Jr. (B.S., ’75) was named to the his retirement in 1978. He was a member of the Scottie G. Hensley (B.S., ’81) was a lifelong System. On April 28, 2003. retired from Rainbow Paper Products in Mountain Virginia R. Clemmer (B.S., ’41) was an educator Raymond James Financial Services’ 2003 Leaders Johnson City Kiwanis Club, a board member of the resident of Kingsport and worked in the radio and Richard N. Thompson (B.S., ’66) was vice City. On July 15, 2003. and one of the nation’s first Head Start teachers. Council. He was recognized for his outstanding Tipton-Haynes Historical Association, and president broadcasting business. On July 19, 2003. president of Business Banking at BB&T and previ- Virginia P. Bailey (B.S., ’58) taught in North On April 17, 2003. client service and exemplary professional growth. of the Washington County Historical Association. Michael S. Long (B.B.A., ’81) was accounting ously with SunTrust. He was the husband of Jean Carolina Public Schools for 31 years, the last 21 Aden D. Childress (B.S., ’40) served as pas- Peter A. Paduch (B.S., ’73) was inaugurated into In 1986 he was appointed the official historian of manager of WJHL-TV. He was the husband of Thompson. On May 2, 2003. years at Bald Creek School. On August 17, 2003. tor in many churches in Tennessee and Florida. the Johnson City Board of Commissioners on May Johnson City. On July 9, 2003. Cindy Isaac Long. On June 28, 2003. Roy K. Frazier (B.S., ’65; M.A., ’66) coached James F. McCaulley (B.S., ’58) was an Air Force He was active in Lake Denton Baptist Camp, the 5, 2003. Rick K. Marshall (B.S., ’80) was a senior execu- football for several years. At that time he was the veteran and member of Veterans of Foreign Wars, Florida Baptist Convention, and was named Urban 2000s tive sales representative with Glaxo SmithKline youngest head college coach, along with UT’s Bill John Sevier Post No. 2108. On March 9, 2003. Minister of the Year in 1978. Since his retire- 1960s Alisa Austin Cox (B.S., ’03) was trained as a Pharmaceuticals, Research Triangle Park, North Battle, for East Tennessee State and professor of Mary L. Thompson (M.A., ’57) was a retired ment, he served as Pastor Emeritus at First Baptist Dr. Jessie Shields Strickland (B.S., ’69; M.A., ’73; behavior modification counselor and received CEU Carolina. He was also a lifetime member of the P.E. from 1972-1978. His team played the first game schoolteacher and member of First Baptist Church Church in Avon Park. On April 14, 2003. Ed.D., ’92) was named director of Bulloch County credit in activity planning for Alzheimer’s residents. Carter County Rescue Squad. On September 6, 2003. under the Mini-Dome. On November 14, 2002. of Melbourne, Florida. On May 15, 2003. Josephine R. Mills (B.S., ’40; M.A., ’54) served School System in Statesboro, Georgia. She is the She was also trained in Tai Chi. On July 22, 2003. Joel N. Gentry (B.S., ’65) was vice president of Earl D. Walsh (B.S., ’57) was a retired chemical as the second full-time librarian in the Greeneville first woman to serve as superintendent in this Sandy Jeffers (B.S., ’00) was a graduate student 1970s product development for Home Based Creations, engineer with Westinghouse. He also served in School System. In 1964 she was named school system. at the University of Tennessee. On May 7, 2003. Karl E. Bean (B.S., ’73) was a former broadcast formerly in Rock Hill, South Carolina. He was the the Air Force from 1949-1955. On August 24, Outstanding Teacher of the Year and in 1998 was Kenneth D. Bowen (B.S., ’67) married his new communications instructor at Kilgore College, husband of Beth Dodgin Gentry. On June 14, 2003. honored by “Who’s Who of American Women.” wife, Vickie, on June 15, 2002. Texas, as well as several other universities. On 2003. Peter J. Wedel (B.S., ’57) was a Korean War vet- She also helped organize the Nolichuckey Jerry S. Helfer (B.S., ’67) was reelected in Lois A. Carrier (B.M., ‘71; August 8, 2003. Michael W. Massey (B.S., ’65) was administrator eran in the U.S. Army and was procurement man- Elementary School library. On May 17, 2003. May 2003 to the board of directors of Post 535 M.A.T., ‘76) was appointed Billy H. Boyd (B.F.A., ’76) was formerly employed of North Greenville Hospital and Long Term Care ager for the Raytheon Company for many years. Ruby B. Moore (B.S., ’40) was a native of American Legion, Salamanca, New York. He will to the Business Advisory with the Sullivan County Sheriff Department and Services in Travelers Rest, South Carolina. Mickey He was also a former president of the Country Colonial Heights. On August 8, 2003. Council in recognition of her serve a three-year term. was Chief Deputy for the Knox County Sheriff retired in 2001 as administrator of Allen Bennett Club of Bristol. On July 6, 2003. Alice Q. Whitlock (B.S., ’40) was a retired contributions and dedication Department. In 1997, he became CEO for Security Memorial Hospital where he worked for 36 years. Dr. Carl W. Holland (M.S., ’56) was a retired schoolteacher who taught in Washington County to the Republican Party. The 1950s BAC is a part of the National Services in Knoxville. On July 13, 2003. On May 16, 2003. administrator from East Tennessee State University. for over 40 years. On August 22, 2003. Frank R. Tymon (B.S., ’59) has written a new Republican Congressional Helen E. Britt (B.S., ’77) was a native of Johnson Lorraine D. Messimer (B.S., ’65) was a Sunday He was also a veteran of the U.S. Navy during ebook titled Hellions and Heroes. Committee and ensures that small business has City and was employed at Ryan’s Restaurant. On school teacher and women’s group leader. She also World War II and a U.S. Army veteran of the 1930s a voice in Washington, D.C. She is the owner of August 8, 2003. taught at several elementary schools in the Washington Korean War. On August 15, 2003. Dr. Uriah M. Clemmer, Jr. (B.S., ’38) was a In Memoriam WealthWise Inc. in Greeneville, Tennessee. Charles E. Patty (B.S., ’76) was a native of Knoxville. County School System. On June 19, 2003. Herscheil B. Mitchell (B.S., ’56) was a retired retired director of continuing education and Faculty & Staff Karen Tauscher (B.S., ’76) was the accountant, Ernest G. Harris (B.S., ’64; M.A., ’74) was a teacher having served 34 years with Greene evening classes at Columbia State Community Johnny Mac Britton was a retired supervisor in 1990s bookkeeper, and office manager with Gardner retired employee of the Hawkins County Board of County Schools. On April 12, 2003. College. He was also a former principal at the plumbing division of the ETSU maintenance Tiffany W. Holdren (B.S.E., ’99) was an employee Paint Services for the past 21 years. On June 18, Education. He taught for several years at Mount Pearl F. Blackwell (B.S., ’55) was a teacher in Greeneville High School and a distinguished Army department with 30 years of service. The ETSU of Highland Chiropractic Center. On June 28, 2003. 2003, following an extended illness. Carmel Elementary School and retired from Church the Carter County School System for over 42 veteran. On May 3, 2003. water tower on Southwest Avenue was named Laura M. Welch (B.G.S., ’98) was an accom- Carol E. Davis (A.S.N., ’75) was a retired regis- Hill Middle School. On September 3, 2003. years. She was the director of the first Head Start Genevive M. Cummins (B.S., ’38) was a retired in his honor. On June 14, 2003, following an plished artist and resident of Fort Worth, Texas. tered nurse from Bristol Regional Medical Center. Bobby D. Giles (B.S., ’63) was a resident of program in Tennessee. On May 15, 2003, follow- teacher at E.J. Brown Elementary School in extended illness. On May 4, 2003, following an extended illness. On April 14, 2003. Alcoa, Tennessee, and supporter of ETSU. On ing an extended illness. Dayton, Ohio. On June 30, 2003. Denise Cozad was membership coordinator for Andrea E. Carpenter (B.A., ’96) was the wife of Pamela A. Russell (A.D.H., ’75) owned and oper- February 26, 2003. Mary A. Alexander (B.S., ’54) was former direc- Frances Burleson Ewing (B.S., ’37) was a found- WETS-FM where she managed the details of the Todd A. Carpenter and kindergarten teacher at ated Charter Restaurant for 19 years. She also Helen S. Blankenship (B.S., ’61) was a retired tor of the Greeneville-Greene County Library and er of St. Barnabus in Ten Mile. She was a teacher public radio station’s on-air fund drives. She also Andrew Johnson School. On June 3, 2003, from worked as a dental hygienist for Dr. Rubert Pearce, schoolteacher from Rogersville. She was a mem- in the past couple of years, an active volunteer. in the Knox County Schools. On September 9, hosted the early morning “Sunday Baroque” and an automobile accident. Morehead City, and Dr. Harry Worden, Newport. ber of the Retired Teachers Association, Delta On May 8, 2003. 2003. “Music From the Stone Circle” programs. On Dr. Scott L. Westbrook (Res., ’93) worked as an On April 26, 2003. Kappa Gamma, and State of Franklin Teachers Betty R. Hawkins (B.S., ’54) taught at David G. Graham (B.S., ’37) was a resident of August 27, 2003, following an extended illness. Emergency Room doctor at Johnson City Medical Alonso Wade (B.S.,’75) was a member at the Association. On May 15, 2003, following an Rogersville City School for over 40 years. She Rogersville, Tennessee. On April 2, 2003. Roy K. Frazier (B.S., ’65; M.A., ’66) coached Center and then at Bristol Regional Medical Center. Georgia Master Gardener Association, the National extended illness. was a former member of the Hawkins County Claude H. Carty (B.S., ’35) was a retired football for several years. At that time he was the He opened his own practice in May 2003, Piney Association of Black and White Men Together and Esther W. Hall (M.A., ’61) was a retired elemen- Crewettes. On September 5, 2003, following a teacher from Clintwood, Virginia. He was recog- youngest head college coach, along with UT’s Bill Flats Urgent Care Medical Clinic. On August 17, 2003. a licensed practitioner of the Atlanta Church of tary school teacher from Crookston, Minnesota. lengthy illness. nized as the Outstanding Teacher of the Year in Battle, for East Tennessee State and professor of Daniel P. Dillon (B.S., ’90; M.C.M., ’00) served Religious Science. On August 8, 2003. She was also a volunteer for Contact Concern. On Howard M. King (M.A., ’52) was a retired prin- Distributive Education for the State of Virginia in P.E. from 1972-1978. His team played the first game as director of the Downtown Kingsport Association John W. Vicars (M.A., ’74) was a former teacher May 14, 2003. cipal of Mary Hughes School in Piney Flats. He 1972. On May 10, 2003. under the Mini-Dome. On November 14, 2002. for several years. He was a very spiritual and fam- and coach at Gate City High School where he Charlotte S. McGill (B.A., ’61) was a Sullivan also served in the Army during World War II. On Dr. Carl W. Holland (M.S., ’56) was a retired ily-oriented man. On April 3, 2003. served 25 years. He also served as an elementary County native and was an active hospice volun- May 8, 2003. administrator from ETSU. He was also a veteran Karen Owens (B.S., ’90) was the wife of Byant school principal for Scott County Schools. He was teer. On April 26, 2003, following an extended Frank L. Cole (B.S., ’51) was a retired electrical of the U.S. Navy during World War II and a U.S. Owens (B.S., ’93). She was a native of Johnson City. inducted into the Milligan College Athletic Hall of illness. construction worker. He was also a member of Army veteran of the Korean War. On August 15, Fame for his career achievements. On April 23, 2003. William B. Bowman (B.S., ’60) was a retired the I.B.E.W. Local Union 934. On May 15, 2003. JOIN THE BUC 2003. 1980s Wayne L. Chilcote (M.A., ’73) was a profes- nuclear engineer for the federal government Quentin R. Dykes (B.S., ’50; M.A., ’67) served CONNECTION! Dr. Ronald Clark Kelly was a clinical professor Nora A. Broyles (B.B.A., ’88) was a resident of sor of English and geography at the University with Picitinny Arsenal Company in Rockaway, as principal of Mount Carmel Elementary School at ETSU. He was a retired senior partner of Bristol Blountville. On June 13, 2003. of South Carolina, Salkehatchie campus. He was New Jersey. He was a U.S. Air Force veteran of for 40 years before retiring in 1996. He was also a Radiology Associates and was a local pioneer in Rev. Lattie F. Collins III (B.A., ’88) was the min- chair of the Division of Humanities and chair of the the Korean War and a member of the American cattle farmer. On August 23, 2003. The ETSU Office of Career oncology. On August 26, 2003. ister at First Presbyterian Church, Donalsonville, Salkehatchie Faculty Organization. On August 11, Legion. On September 6, 2003. Adalene Colvin Geisler (B.S., ’50) retired Dr. Carl King served as Professor of Music Georgia, since 2000. On January 8, 2003. 2003. Dr. Arthur B. Edwards (M.A., ’60) was a native from the Elizabethton School System, where she Placement and Internship at ETSU for the past 18 years. He was also an Cindy E. Estep (B.S., ’86) was a fifth grade Wilma M. Barlow (M.S., ’72) was a retired assis- of Lynnwood, Washington and ministered at taught at T.A. Dugger Junior High School. He Services is looking for a few Ordained Minister in the Christian Church and an teacher at Harold McCormick Elementary in tant professor of mathematics at Liberty University several churches throughout his lifetime. He was a member of the Daughters of the American author and speaker for many professional and reli- Elizabethton. She was a member of the National in Lynchburg, Virginia. On April 14, 2003. was a retired Dean of Graduate Studies at Pacific Revolution and the Elizabethton Business and volunteers to: gious organizations. On June 16, 2003. Education Association. On April 25, 2003. Dewey W. Taylor (M.A., ’72) was the husband Christian College in Fullerton, California. After Professional Women’s Club. On September 6, 2003. Nell M. Maiden (M.A., ’88) taught English Angela K. Lawson (B.S., ’87) was a former of Beulah Mutter Taylor and lifetime resident of retirement, he served on the staff at Parkland • mentor students Saltville, Virginia. On March 7, 2003. Christian Church in Tacoma, Washington. On 1940s at King College, Virginia Intermont, and ETSU. employee of Bristol Broadcasting and was an active • aid placement and internships She led numerous poetry and writing workshops member of area Humane Societies. On September August 23, 2003, following an extended illness. Dr. Carl G. Meeks (B.S., ’48) served as captain and was actively involved in the annual Virginia 3, 2003. 1960s Helen S. Saylor (B.S., ’60) was a retired school- in the U.S. Army-Air Corps during World War • job shadow Highlands Festival. She was also a founding mem- Nell M. Maiden (M.A., ’88) taught English at James Park Anderson (B.S., ’68) was a former teacher from Elizabethton, Tennessee. On April 27, II. He was also a retired professor of Health and ber of the Unitarian Universalist Church of the King College, Virginia Intermont, and ETSU. She personnel director, safety director, and supervisor 2003. Physical Education, having taught at William and • career and relocation advice Highlands in Meadowview, Virginia. On July 15, led numerous poetry and writing workshops at Metals Engineering Corp., a former owner of the Mary College, Northeast Louisiana State College, 2003. and was actively involved in the annual Virginia Little Orange Market, and a farmer. On May 17, 1950s and Appalachian State University. On April 1, 2003. Contact Dan Emmel or Dr. James E. Poe served as an adjunct faculty Highlands Festival. She was also a founding mem- 2003, following an extended illness. Paul E. Coates (B.S., ’59) was a retired employee William K. Hart, Sr. (B.S., ’47) served as man- member at ETSU teaching German. He also ber of the Unitarian Universalist Church of the Richard D. Owen (B.S., ’68) was a retired medi- with Tennessee Eastman Company and a lifelong ager of Tri-Cities Regional Airport until his retire- Calvin Purvis at taught Sunday School at First Broad Street United Highlands in Meadowview, Virginia. On July 15, cal equipment salesman for General Electric. On resident of Kingsport. On September 7, 2003. ment in 1982. He was also a former teacher and Methodist Church in Kingsport. He moved to 2003. September 1, 2003. Bob R. Roberts (B.S., ’59) was formerly em- World War II and Korean War veteran. On May (423) 439-4441 Atlanta in 2000. On August 5, 2003. Mark E. Smith (B.S., ’83) was a computer ana- William Hankla (B.S., ’67) was a native of Virginia. 16, 2003. Frank C. Whitaker (B.S., ’45; M.A., ’58) was a 26 E T S U T O D A Y 27 “Buccaneer Treasures.” Cost is $2 per per- 8:30 a.m. President’s Leadership Society 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Center for Physical son at the door. For more information call Breakfast at the Centre at Millennium Park. Activity open for Alumni. Contact Campus University Productions at (423) 439-6828. For more information contact University Recreation at (423) 439-7980. Advancement at (423) 439-4242. Thursday, October 16 11:00 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. ANNUAL 6:30 p.m. Campus Recreation Football 9:00 a.m. ROTC Buffet Breakfast/Open LUNCHEON UNDER THE TENT in the Skill Test, registration is 5:30 p.m., captains’ House in Brooks Gym. The Veterans Affairs Amphitheatre. All Alumni, friends, and fami- meeting is 6:00 p.m. For more information, committee at ETSU is launching a special lies are invited to come out and celebrate with contact Campus Recreation at fund-raising campaign to dedicate a memo- a traditional Saturday Homecoming feast. (423) 439-7980. rial site on campus. The memorial will be For children, there is the Kid’s Zone with located in front of Memorial Hall (Brooks games and other activities. For details and Friday, October 17 ticket information, call the Alumni Office at noon – 3:00 p.m. Canned Food Castle in Gymnasium), which houses the ROTC and Wednesday, October 1 through On display are recent fossil discoveries from 8:00 a.m. Alumni Return to the (423) 439-4218. the parking lot at the intersection of State of military science program. Funds received for Friday, October 31 the Gray Fossil Site. For more information, Classroom. ETSU alums return to campus Franklin, Walnut, and Tennessee St. All col- the project will go National Book Month exhibit in lobby of contact the B. Carroll Reece Museum at as “Professors for the Day,” offering valuable 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. lected cans are donated to the Second Harvest toward the develop- Sherrod Library. The exhibit features faculty, (423) 439-4392. insight and real world experience for stu- Annual Alumni Artist Food Bank. For more information, call ment of the memorial staff, and students citing their favorite books. dents. For more information, call the Alumni Show continues. For Volunteer ETSU at (423) 439-4254. site. All gifts will be For information, call (423) 439-5620. Wednesday, Office at (423) 439-4218. tax deductible. For more information, October 15 contact the B. Carroll 7:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. Greek Gather in the more information Sunday, October 5 11:00 a.m. – noon 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Reece Museum at East Tennessee Room. Refreshments will be contact the ROTC 1:00 p.m Buccaneer 5k Road Race, open to Proclamation at Annual Alumni Artist (423) 439-4392. provided. For more information, contact Joy department at students, faculty/staff, and community. First the Amphitheatre. Show; Alumnus John Fulkerson at (423) 439-5675. (423) 439-5289. 50 entries receive a commemorative T-shirt. Immediately follow- Hilton will be showing his 2:00 p.m. HOMECOMING Male and female overall winners receive tro- ing the Proclamation original artwork at the B. 7:30 p.m. ETSU’s Wind Ensemble 9:30 a.m. – 12:30 GAME ETSU vs. phies. Registration is noon at the Pedestrian Ceremony, there will Carroll Reece Museum, Homecoming Concert, sponsored by the p.m. Fall Open Liberty. For the best Mall. For more information contact Campus be food served in the gallery “C”. For more Department of Music, at the Mathes Hall House in the D.P. available tickets or Recreation at (423) 439-7980. Amphitheatre. For information, contact the B. Auditorium. The group will be conducted Culp University more information, more information, con- Carroll Reece Museum at by Roxanne M. Haskill, the new director Center. Any high Monday, October 6 call the Athletic tact SGA at (423) 439-4392. of bands. Free to the public, donations will school senior will 6:30 p.m. 3-on-3 Basketball Tournaments, Ticket Office at (423) 439-5325. be accepted. For more information, call the be able to experi- registration is 5:30 p.m., captains’ meeting 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. (423) 439-5371. Music Department at (423) 439-4276. ence ETSU through 7:00 p.m. ETSU Library Associates is 6:00 p.m. For more information, contact a variety of displays, Homecoming Skit Annual Book Sale in front 7:00 p.m. Step Show Campus Recreation at (423) 439-7980. 8:00 p.m. 5th Annual Comedy Show in the demonstrations, Night, D.P. Culp University Center Martha of Sherrod Library near Borchuck Plaza. All in the D.P. Culp D.P. Culp University Center Martha Street and entertainment. Thursday, October 9 through Sunday, Street Culp Auditorium. Come see student proceeds to support the University Library. University Center Culp Auditorium. For more information, call Tours of campus will November 2 organizations act out their skits based on their For information, call (423) 439-5620. Martha Street Culp Multicultural Affairs at (423) 439-4210. be available. For 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Fossil Exhibition at interpretation of the Homecoming theme, Auditorium. For more the B. Carroll Reece Museum, gallery “A”. more information information, call Saturday, October 18 contact the Office of 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Mathematics (423) 439-5675. Admissions at Alumni Society will have its first formal (423) 439-4213. Sunday, October 19 meeting in Gilbreath’s Math Department ******************MAKE YOUR RESERVATION TODAY****************** 3:00 p.m. Gospel Festival in the D.P. Conference Room. For more information, 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. ETSU Library Culp University Center Martha Street Culp email Renee Ferguson at EVENT RESERVATION FORM – TAKE ADVANTAGE OF EARLY RESERVATION DISCOUNTS BEFORE October 10! Associates Annual Book Sale continues. For Auditorium. For more information call [email protected]. information, call (423) 439-5620. Saturday, Oct. 18: 11 a.m. “Luncheon Under the Tent” - Amphitheatre • Tickets: $13 Adults, $6 Child (six and under) (423) 439-4210. 1:00 p.m. ETSU Volleyball – Lady Bucs vs. NAME______CLASS______Wofford at Brooks Gym. For more informa- ADDRESS______tion, contact Buccaneer Athletics Promotions The NEW Center for Physical Activity at (423) 439-5286. CITY/STATE/ZIP______3:00 p.m. Basketball Fan Appreciation SPOUSE/GUEST______CLASS______Event at Brooks Gym. Meet the ETSU One Day Alumni Pass Basketball men’s / women’s teams during TELEPHONE NUMBER______autograph sessions. Then, watch basketball for Homecoming practice at 4:00. For more information, con- Please reserve ______adult tickets for the “Luncheon Under the Tent” at $13 each, and ______child tickets at $6 each for a total Saturday, October 18, 2003 tact Buccaneer Athletics Promotions at of $______. (423) 439-5286. Enclosed is a check (made payable to ETSU Foundation), or bill my credit card as noted below: With the completion _____VISA_____MasterCard (number)______Expiration Date______Present this coupon for admission of of I-26 from Johnson you and your guests to use this new City to the sea in Tickets for alumni event reservations will be available at the luncheon. landmark student life and recreation Charleston S.C., from FOR RESERVATIONS OR DETAILS, CONTACT THE ALUMNI OFFICE AT (423) 439-4218, OR RETURN THE facility. For more information, call Sam’s Gap to Mars RESERVATION FORM BY October 10! ETSU NATIONAL ALUMNI ASSOCIATION – POST OFFICE BOX 70709, (423) 439-7980. Bring your own Hill, you can enjoy the scenic JOHNSON CITY, TN 37614-1710. workout clothing and shoes. gateway to the Volunteer State and the fall leaf color change. 28 29 Outdoor • Under first-year head coach Amy Fuller, the Buccaneers won Western The Season in Review • ETSU finished up the outdoor season with the women placing fifth and the Kentucky’s Big Red Blast earlier in the season and sophomore Dani Spetar was men placing sixth overall. named the tournament’s Most Outstanding Player. One week later, the team The 2002-03 athletic season provided plenty of excitement for coaches, players and 2002-03 Athletes • Brad Yewer picked up his fourth title of the year by winning the 1500 meters; was declared Co-Champs of the Winthrop Invitational, which included a big fans. Some examples are: of the Year he also set a regional qualifying time in the 1500 earlier in the season. come-from-behind victory over Michigan State. • Cheryl Howard won back-to-back titles by winning the indoor and outdoor • ETSU’s Janine Sprague, Tiffany McVay, Jessica Lonsinger and Danielle Spetar BASEBALL high jump event. all earned Southern Conference honors in 2003, as the team continued to • Under the direction of head coach Tony Skole, the team played well against ETSU’s Athletic Depart- • Kim Simmons placed second in the 400 meters, breaking the school record, write its career record books as several single-season marks were equaled or several strong programs, including Mississippi State, Tennessee, Vanderbilt and setting a regional qualifying time of 54.96. improved. and William and Mary, and even defeated Virginia Tech 5-4 in the Kingsport ment has announced that • The women’s 4x400 meter relay team placed second at the SoCon Baseball Classic. Cheryl Howard (Sugar Run, Pa.) and Bradley Yewer (Newbury, championships and the 4x100 team placed third. VOLLEYBALL • Senior Andy Howdeshell, who led the team with a .354 batting average, 10 England) were selected as ETSU’s female and male athletes for the • David Haefner and Emily Chaney had second- and third-place finishes in the • Bucs brought fresh talent and managed a great deal on the efforts of Southern home runs and 33 RBIs, finished as the team’s most valuable player. Howdeshell men’s and women’s 3000 meter steeplechase. Conference Freshman of the Year in 2002, Nicole Ryan. had a team-high 15-game hitting streak earlier in the season. 2002-2003 year. The pair was selected in a vote by the Buccaneer • Yewer and Haefner both qualified for the NCAA Regionals, with Haefner • Nicole, who was one of six freshmen on the team, played in all of ETSU’s • Junior center fielder Tim Turner used his speed and defensive play to get head coaches. placing 19th in the finals. 116 games, while leading the Buccaneers in kills, attempts, and attacking drafted by the Seattle Mariners, but will return to the Bucs this season. percentage. SOFTBALL • Ryan also set a single-season team record with 4.06 kills per game. MEN’S BASKETBALL • The Lady Bucs, a three-year-old program that is quickly rising to the top • Junior Lissa Allen finished second in the SoCon in blocks and sophomore • The Buccaneers posted a 20-11 season and returned to the NCAA Tournament • ETSU finished the season in eighth place in the SoCon, while posting the most SoCon wins in a season, ending with a loss against Furman, who went on to win of the SoCon, set a new season record for wins with 28 this past season and Karen Freeburg placed fifth in digs. for the first time in 11 years. advanced to the championship of the SoCon Tournament. • The Bucs won the Southern Conference North Division for the third year in a the SoCon tournament. row and won the Southern Conference Tournament championship for the fifth • Buccaneer junior goalkeeper Heather Sanden (Manassas, Va.) was named to time in school history. the All-Southern Conference second team and broke the school regular season • The team came just one basket away from upsetting No. 2 seed and Atlantic record for goals against average (1.67) and tied the record for shutouts in a Coast Conference champion Wake Forest in the first round of the NCAA season with three. Tournament. • Freshman Erin Ashton (New Bern, N.C.) began her collegiate career breaking Have you considered including ETSU in your will? • Freshman point guard Tim Smith was named the Southern Conference two school records, goals scored in a season with 11 and points in a season with FALL OPEN HOUSE! Freshman of the Year and SoCon Tournament Most Outstanding Player, while 27. For many of you, facing this process of setting forth your wishes, taking junior forward Zakee Wadood was chosen All-SoCon for the second year in a care of your family and leaving a legacy is difficult. Many find this is the Saturday October 18, 2003 row. CROSS COUNTRY • ETSU’s men’s and women’s cross country teams finished the 2002 season with best way to leave a lasting legacy to ETSU. If you are considering this fourth- and six-place finishes, respectively. WOMEN’S BASKETBALL deferred giving option or have already included ETSU in your plan, let As part of Homecoming 2003, introduce • The team finished 6-4 in home games, including upset victories over Georgia • In the final race of the season, the Buccaneers had three runners finish in Southern and Western Carolina. the top 10. Brad Yewer finished fourth, followed by David Haefner and James us know. Enjoy the benefits of deferred giving now. your high school senior to college life at Grufferty. • Fans at the Davidson game will remember Kiya Verdell’s game-winning basket We welcome the opportunity to work with you and your to give ETSU a 66-64 victory. Kiya’s 28 points that evening were a career high. • For the second consecutive year a Buccaneer freshman was named the ETSU! For details, contact Admissions • The women’s basketball team finished the season ranked sixth in the country Southern Conference freshman-of-the-year. Brad Yewer received the award in financial advisors. Please contact Dr. Richard A. Manahan, C.P.A., at (423) 439-4213 or 1-800-GO2-ETSU. in blocked shots per game. 2001, while in 2002 Grufferty was awarded the honor. or Jeff Anderson, J.D., at (423) 439-4242, ETSU University • Verdell was also ranked nationally in steals per game and set a school record You may also visit our web site at with nine steals in a game versus Appalachian State. MEN’S TENNIS Advancement, P.O. Box 70721, Johnson City, TN 37614-1710 • Forward Lauren Trantham ranked nationally in rebounds per game, while • The men’s tennis team finished 8-1 in the Southern Conference and won its or email, [email protected]. www.etsu.edu. averaging a double-double every time she stepped on the court this season. sixth regular-season championship. In her last game of the year at the conference tournament, Lauren grabbed 11 • Senior Marcos Pavlovich and junior Alejandro Salazar were each named rebounds against College of Charleston giving her 628 rebounds for her career first-team All-Conference. Marcos and Alejandro also earned first-team All- and placing her among the top-10 rebounders in ETSU history. Conference as ETSU’s No. 1 doubles team. • Newcomer Fernando Fiuri was a second-team selection with his only FOOTBALL conference loss this season coming the last Saturday in the Southern Conference • Senior wide receiver Cecil Moore continued to get a great deal of attention Championship match. No. 2 doubles partners Moises Serrano and Diego

Iglesias, who earned TIAA-CREF Southern Conference Student-Athletes of the • b o j w e n • g n i r i t e r • g n i v o m • from professional scouts and was invited to play for Team USA against Team relocated • creating • starting • neat story • news Florida in the Rotary Gridiron Classic in Orlando, Fla. Moore made the most Week for the week of March 26, were also named second-team All-SoCon. of the invite, catching the game’s first touchdown on a seven-yard toss from • Together, the men’s tennis team started the season with a 2-7 record, but went on to win 14 of its last 15 matches, including 10 matches in a row under first- We’re very interested in putting you in the next ETSU Today Oklahoma quarterback Nate Hybl. What’s New With You? as well as keeping our records up-to-date. Fill us in, won’t you? • In addition, Moore was joined by teammates Tony Tiller, Montreal Harkley, year head coach Yaser Zaatini. Gerald Sensabaugh and Aaron Bass on the All-SoCon team. In 2003, the Bucs Your Spouse’s return a significant number of veteran players and are looking forward to WOMEN’S TENNIS Name: ______Name: ______returning to the top of the SoCon. • The ETSU women’s tennis team finished the 2003 campaign with an overall (First) (Middle initial or Maiden) (Last) (First) (Middle initial or Maiden) (Last) record of 12-17. ETSU Degree(s) and/or Year(s) Attended ______ETSU Degree(s) and/or Year(s) Attended ______MEN’S GOLF • The Buccaneers advanced into the second round of the Southern Conference S.S.# ______• The men’s golf team enjoyed its share of success again in 2003 after once more Championships with a 4-1 victory over Appalachian State before succumbing Home Phone #______S.S.# ______fighting through a tough regular season schedule that included some of the to top-ranked Furman. No. 1 singles improved from 1-20 last season to 11-16 Home Address ______Occupation/Title ______this year. (Street Address) country’s best tournaments. Employer ______• While the team missed out on a Southern Conference record 17th men’s • Freshman Sylwia Ziolkowska went 10-14 at number one singles. No. 3 singles ______(City, State, Zip) championship, the team did place a season-best third in the event and later improved from 6-15 last year to 17-10 in 2003, led by junior Jessica Irey who Employer’s Address ______accepted a berth in the NCAA East Regionals, where the Bucs placed 12th. went 13-8 on the year. Occupation/Title ______(Street Address) ______Employer ______(City, State, Zip) WOMEN’S GOLF TRACK AND FIELD • The Lady Bucs finished fifth in the Southern Conference Championships at Indoor Employer’s Address ______Employer’s Phone # ______• The men and women both finished fifth, with many top individual (Street Address) the Waynesville, N.C. Golf and Country Club, with junior Kristen Fletcher Give us your E-mail address ______performances that were rewarded with Southern Conference honors. ______leading the way. (City, State, Zip) • The team’s best finish of the year came in two different tournaments - the • Brad Yewer was crowned the SoCon Indoor Most Outstanding Performer after Permission to add to online directory? Yes No winning three indoor titles in the 3000 meters, 5000 meters and the mile. The Employer’s Phone # ______Blade Sportswear Intercollegiate and the Lady Eagle Invitational - where the Other news (marriages, births, major accomplishments) about yourself or Bucs placed third. sophomore also ran a leg in the men’s distance medley relay, which finished Give us your E-mail address ______second. spouse ______• Buccaneer junior Cheryl Howard won the high jump, jumping 1.33 meters. If you have media clippings about yourself, your spouse, and/or your accomplish- SOCCER ______• The Buccaneers advanced to the Southern Conference tournament for the • Sophomore Chantelle Vernon placed third in the 55-meter dash. Vernon broke ments, please send a copy of them with this card. Sorry, we can’t be responsible first time since the conference increased the number of teams to 11. The team her own school record in the 60 meters earlier in the year, with a time of 7.56. for their return. just had its third player named to the All-SoCon team, and many team and individual records have been shattered. SEND TO: ETSU ALUMNI • BOX 70709 • JOHNSON CITY, TN 37614-1710

• electedpromoted • printed • •retired accolades • • awards • married • births 30 E T S U T O D A Y Celebrate Homecoming 2003 October 18 ETSU vs. Liberty

11:00 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. ANNUAL LUNCHEON UNDER THE TENT in the Amphitheatre. All Alumni, friends, and families are invited to come out and celebrate with a traditional Saturday Homecoming feast. For children, there is the Kid’s Zone with games and other activities. For details and ticket information, call the Alumni Office at (423) 439-4218.

2:00 p.m. HOMECOMING GAME ETSU vs. Liberty. For the best available tickets or more information, call the Athletic Ticket Office at (423) 439-5371.

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