''^Vp matter how darf^ the nigfit may seem, alzocujs Setieve in the coming of the morning. " "Dr. Joseph C "Price 1879-1990 Dr. Joseph Charles Pnce, first President and founder College of Livingstone" coined the phrase "No matter how dark the night may Tee always ' believe in the coming of the morning" ^ The 1989-90 Livingstonian Yearbook Staff believes the mornine has '^^"ed' "committed, «n?f' I'f^^'" and commissioned" to go forth ZVnt%\7sriZlT''' ^^^^ Dr. Franklin has accepted the challenge of leadership and presents a Livingstone's Spirit of Opportunity r^Ja kTn and Sue es ally \o'walk '"^"^^"^ ^P'^'-" out t^h^d^Ss^f^KS^^^™ f College students, trustees, al-nrtoirffcuty, 7^^^^^^^^^^^ and community at any time, any place, and in any situ;tion We invite and encourage others to travel with us beneath the Maples and the Oaks for there is "A Brand " New Spirit in the Air Dr. Franklin comes to this • institution with a rhnJiel,^^ ^ • In his State of the College Address he sta^e. ?h2 he wf a'n" d ahr^ a ^'^'"8^^°"^ HoodTheolL'""l"^''"'Hood Col g and Theological Seminary, he sees a tomorrow which is just as much a reflection of our illustrious past as it is a mirror of our dynam sees an c future He institution which has a history of overcoming conquering adversi^rand tribulations. He envisions for Livingstone College and Hood " "'^'^ -^Irk'lingt theTar7at night' ' In the first section of this Annual, the Yearbook Staff has attempted to impse part of the g past as we reclaim its tradition ^ of excellence^v the ^".'^o^rage others to • catch the spirit for this '^'^year marks^ V "A New Beginning".o Glenn G. Grayson, Advisor J'Tonya Thompson, Editor Livingstone College 701 West Monroe St. Salisbury, N.C. 28144 LIVINGSTONE'S PRESIDENTS From 1882-1893, Dr. Joseph Charkes Price doubled as founder and incipient President of Livingstone College from which the Price Legacy began. Academic accomplishments are: development of a governor school to qualify students for entering a normal course; a classical course to become familiar with language and belles letters and a theological course to prepare candidates for the ministry. Additionally, Ballard Hall was erected in (1887), Dodge Hall was completed (1882), Stanford Seminary was developed (1887). DR. JOSEPH C. PRICE FOUNDER OF LIVINGSTONE COLLEGE PRESIDENT FROM 1879-1893 During the period from 1894-1917, Dr. William Harvey Goler served as president of Livingstone College. Academic highlights: An Individual department was added, gradu- ate school (A.M. and Ph. D.) was created though discontinued after 2 years, a state normal school was added (1902), music de- partment developed and German was intro- duced (1901). And lower grades were elimi- nated (1905-06). Furthermore: an addition was made to Ballard Hall (1905) after being partially demolished by a storm (1900); Col- lege Chapel was erected (1902), the Andrew Carnegie Library was constructed (1908), and Hood Theological Seminary was com- pleted and dedicated (1910); also, Goler Hall for women completed (1917). DR. W.H. GOLER PRESIDENT FROM 1893-1917 2 (NOT SHOWN) Nineteen seventeen DR. D C. SUGGS (1917) thru nineteen twenty-four PRESIDENT FROM 1917 TO 1925 (1924) witnessed the Presidential term of Dr. Daniel Cato Suggs — Academic Achievements: states approved summer school was conducted to meet recertification require- ments for teachers (1918); county and state summer schools conducted, ( 1 920); twenty com- mercial courses were added (191 9-20) and dedi- cated in 1921; Ballard Hall was enlarged, stone gates and the Price Mausoleum in (1923) were erected. Dr. William Johnson Trent — from 1925-1950 held the reins of the presidency at Livingstone College. Significant academic achievements: The college was granted an "A" rating by the N.C. Department and teacher training was discontinued (1927); Home Eco- nomics was discontinued (1929); the first 2 years of high school were dropped (1932); Nur- sery Kindergarten was added (1938); Hood Seminary was reopened and the orientation week initiated (1939); Library Science was ad- ded ( 1 940); and an "A" rating was granted by the Southern Association (1945). Physical Plant additions: The Central Heating Plant (1942), DR. W.J. TRENT The J.C. Price building was dedicated (1943), PRESIDENT FROM 1925-1958 The W.J. Trent Gymnasium was constructed (1947), Carnegie Library was enlarged (1948), Harris hall was dedicated as first boys dorm since 1886 (in 1955). The Andrew Carnegie Library was enlarged again (1958). The time from 1958-68 were years when Dr Samuel E. Duncan administered the office of the Presidency He claims credit for increased enrollment, scholarship, grants-in-aid, and work-study; adding a speech and language labo- ratory; summer high school; science workshops; developmental reading program; summer read- ing workshops for in-service teachers; member- ship with Piedmont University Consortium; an exchange program with Catawba in Music (Sa- lisbury Symphony and English Department) and special services (career and exchange pro- grams). Other credits: Mary Reynolds Babcock Hall (1962), Aggrey Student Union Building (1962), James E. Varick Auditorium — Music Building and Alumni Athletic Stadium (1964) the latter dedicated in 1966, W.J. Walls Center dedication (1965), Poets and Dreamers Garden and the DR. SAMUEL E. DUNCAN (1967), science building and Library PRESIDENT FROM 1958-1968 additions completed (1967); the Gym annex. Humanities Building and Walls Museum Heri- tage House (all dedicated in 1969). 3 Between 1968 and 1982 F. George Shipman piloted the Presidency of Livingstone. The numerous completed academic additions for which he is credited are: adding Bachelor of Social Work; M.A. Div. and M.R.E. degrees at Hood Seminary; Gerontology concentration in Social Welfare; Business Administration Major; Approved program by the N.C. State Depart- ment of Public Instruction in Reading K-I2; Dual Degree in Engineering; instituted a music therapy program; comprehensive basic studies for freshman and sophomores; Cooperative Ed- ucation; added Livingstone Living-Learning Centers as part of College Learning Resource Cluster; Word Processing Center established; varsity sports program enlarged (Wrestling, DR. F. GEORGE SHIPMAN Golf, revised); musical performance groups ex- PRESIDENT OF LIVINGSTONE panded (orchestra and band); national accredi- COLLEGE 1968-1982 tation for the Social Welfare Department added achievements: Dancy Hall for men dedicated (1973); Robinson Health Center dedicated (1973); feasibility study completed to utilize 272 acres of farmland. Proceeding from 1983, Dr. William H. Greene — became the 7th President of Liv- ingstone through 1987. While under the admin- istration of Greene, Livingstone experienced expansion and beautification. DR. WILLIAM H. GREENE PRESIDENT OF LIVINGSTONE COLLEGE 1983-1987 4 Dr. Ozell K. Beatty was appointed interim president in January 1988. A few months later the Board of Trustees removed the word "interim" from his title advancing him to full Presidential status. Under his leadership the quest for excellence continued — the heritage fostered by Price. Dr. Beatty said, "The Board of Trustees did not send me here to reign over the liquidation of Livingstone College. I've come here to stabilize and revitalize this institution." DR. OZELL K. BEATTY PRESIDENT FROM JANUARY 1988-JUNE 1989 In July of 1989 Dr. Ber- nard W. Franklin was ap- pointed President of Liv- ingstone College. The dawn- ing of his administration brings with it continued hope for stabilization and revital- ization. DR. BERNARD W. FRANKLIN PRESIDENT FROM JULY 1989-PRESENT CAMPUS BEAUTIES — 1976 CAMPUS QUEEN — 1959 6 7 OMEGA PSI PHI 12 # I t. CONCERT CHOIR (SPRING 1958) UNDER THE DIRECTION OF MRS. M.C. WOMACK AND MRS. K ELOISE SIMPSON I 6' ^ f* 0 r r o '0 n cv 0' o n 0 O 0 f* f^ffii / / A Message From The President Greetings: This years Livingstonian depicts the "Spirit of Opportunity and Success at Livingstone College and Hood Theological Seminary. Through a pictorial college of history, memories " 'tradition . this yearbook chronicles a significant period in the growth and development of the college and seminary. I salute the efforts of the yearbook staff to portray a tusion of hearts, hands and minds in a meaningful rust toward academic excellence and community service. .^"".ehallenge and commitment is to provide an ucational environment which empowers our stu- ents to become critical thinkers and high achievers. .^This publication reflects the best of the "Liv- gstone Spirit" where our future is just as bright as Illustrious past. I first saw Livingstone through the eyes of my father. He spoke of this great institution not in terms of brick and mortar, but as a gathering of black minds eager and thirsty for knowledge. I saw through his eyes a body of black people organized to teach, to learn and to use God given abilities and talents to reach out and share. I saw through my father's eyes a place of caring, concerned people, a family dedicated to ensure that those truly seeking a quality educa- tion would receive one at Livingstone. Then I came to Livingstone and through my own eyes, I saw the beautiful maples and the great oak trees planted by man, but standing tall and majestic by the will of the ALL MIGHTY GOD. I heard the zephyr breezes blowing softly as Angels whispered in GODS ear. I found Livingstone to be a place dedicated to building strong minds and willful spirits. A place where people dare to leave the shores and venture out into the unchartered waters seeking knowledge to help themselves and others. My Dad was right, Livingstone is not about brick and mor- tar. Livingstone is about quality education, dedicated teachers, eager minds and a quiet place to commune with God. You have bestowed upon me a great honor by selecting me as Miss Livingstone College and for that I am indeed grateful.