CHAPTER AND CLASS NEWS Classes Ending in ‘2’ and ‘7’ to Reunite in 2012
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MSU classes ending in “2” and “7,” your time has arrived! In May 2012, you will celebrate another five years, at the 72nd Annual Alumni Awards and Class Reunion Luncheon. The luncheon is scheduled for Friday, May 18, 2012 in the University Student Center. If you haven’t begun collecting your class gift for Alumni Day, now is the time to do so. An early start is the best way to ensure that your gift represents your class well. The Class Agents are listed below. If you have not heard from your agent, or no agent is listed for your class, please take the initiative by contacting him or her or by volunteering to be a Class Agent yourself. Also, don’t hesitate to contact our staff in the Alumni Relations Office for mailing lists and labels for your classmates, or for other reunion needs. Commit now to making your class reunion a success. Reunion is not only fun; it’s important to our University and students. See you at the luncheon! Class of 1952
The Rev. Melvin C. Fox, Jr. (410) 367-8738 redfrecklefox@yahoo.com
Class of 1957
Ella Moultrie Harris (215) 242-9049 deltaella@gmail.com Sarah Montgomery (202) 583-4687
Anne Shervington Davis (410) 367-1209 adavis5227@verizon.net
Class of 1962
Thomas R. Hunt (410) 263-2722 tomrhunt@aol.com
Charles C. Hall, Jr. (410) 269-5278 charles.hall@morgan.edu
Class of 1967
Edith G. Johnson (202) 234-0407 edithjaka@gmail.com
Class of 1972
Stephen O. Russell, Esq. (301) 292-0944
Linda S. Davis (678) 234-2406 idesofmarch@comcast.net
Class of 1977
Rodney Foxworth (202) 991-1875 (202) 349-7640 (work) rfoxworth@plcntu.org
Class of 1982
No Class Agent Listed
Class of 1987
Louis Hinson tdfarrar7@email.com
Class of 1992
Nicole Love (410) 355-1444 (410) 852-9246 (cell) (410) 333-4900, ext. 246 (work) nlove@opd.state.md.us
Class of 1997
Nashad Warfield (973) 951-8898 nashwarfield@gmail.com
funded a contribution of nearly $10,000 to the chapter’s Vestah Blye Scholarship Fund for deserving students from the D.C. Metropolitan Area. The D.C. Chapter will continue these events in the 2011–12 school year and will advertise them once dates and times have been selected. On May 15, 2011, the chapter hosted Morgan State University President David Wilson. He inspired the chapter with his vision to grow Morgan’s student population, expand the academic offerings and improve the physical infrastructure. The chapter pledged to work with Dr. Wilson to help him achieve this new vision for “Fair Morgan.” The new Chapter President is Art Lawson, ’74, who succeeds his wife, Jacqueline Lawson, ’75. The chapter is proud that Jacqueline Lawson is now serving as 2011–13 President of the MSU National Alumni Association.
Detroit Alumni Complete a Productive 2010–11
The Detroit Alumni Chapter had a busy 2010–11 school year supporting Morgan’s recruiting program. Chapter members had the pleasure of speaking with hundreds of students about Morgan and its educational programs. Members attended several college fairs during the school year at churches, schools and other organizations. Among the new college fairs in which the chapter participated were events at the Greater Morning Star Church in Mt. Clemons, Mich., Delta Sigma Theta’s Teen Lift Program College Fair and the College Fair at the Detroit Academy of Arts and Sciences. Several Morgan alumni and friends attended the HBCU Alumni Cookout on Sunday, May 22, 2011, at Belle Isle Park in Detroit. Alumnus Andre Moore purchased and barbequed the delicious “dogs and burgers” that the Detroit Chapter members enjoyed on a warm, sunny afternoon. Alumni members and friends brought tasty dishes, reacquainted themselves with each other and talked about upcoming events and the good times they had experienced at Morgan. Detroit Chapter alumni had the honor of meeting with Morgan President David Wilson in November 2010, at the home of Rosalind McDavid in Detroit. Dr. Wilson shared his goals and plans for Morgan with alumni members.
Class of 2002
Angel Lewis msuclassagentfor2002@yahoo.com
Class of 2007
No Class Agent Listed
Class of 1966 Celebrates 45th Reunion
The Class of 1966 extends thanks to all members for making its 45th Class Reunion in May 2011 a memorable and successful event! The class reports that its Class Gift to Morgan was $130,187.34. Forty-seven members of the class attended the Alumni Awards and Class Reunion Luncheon. Following the luncheon, the class enjoyed a wonderful dinner at Tabrizi’s in Federal Hill. The evening ended with dancing at Caton’s Castle. The next day was even more enjoyable. Several classmates spent the day in the clubhouse at the Preakness and left as big winners, because they had bet on the winner: Shackleford! The class ended its reunion weekend by worshiping at the University Chapel. The Class of ’66 sincerely hopes that even more members will be able to join them when they celebrate their 50th Class Reunion in May 2016.
MSU 2140 Chapter Needs Your Support!
The MSU 2140 Chapter is looking for new members. The chapter’s goal is to increase the membership of alumni who are between the ages of 21 and 40, provide social networking opportunities, establish scholarships for new students, serve as mentors for current students and rekindle commitment to alma mater. Reunite with other alumni, and become a proud member of the MSU Alumni 2140 Chapter, a group determined to preserve and strengthen Morgan for generations to come. Membership in the MSU 2140 Alumni Chapter is the next best thing to being on campus. For more information, please contact us by mail at: MSU 2140 Alumni Chapter, P.O. Box 31654, Baltimore, MD 21207, or contact Morgan’s Office of Alumni Relations at (443) 885-3015 or alumni@morgan.edu.
Attention Class of 2002
Class of 2002, we want to hear from you! As the class approaches its 10year anniversary in 2012, they are preparing several activities to celebrate the occasion. The class is seeking committed and dedicated volunteers to help plan and coordinate these activities. If you are interested in volunteering, please contact the class by e-mail as soon as possible at MSUclassagentfor2002@yahoo.com. We need the support of every class member. See you at Homecoming 2011!
D.C. Chapter Prepares for Another Great Year
The Washington, D.C. Alumni Chapter is poised for another great year of attracting potential students to Morgan, increasing alumni involvement in chapter and university activities, and working to help President David Wilson successfully implement his goals and objectives to move Morgan forward. During 2010–11, the D.C. Chapter members represented Morgan at approximately nine Washington Metropolitan Area college fairs and talked to thousands of potential students. The chapter joined with Reflections of Morgan to host a bowling party that attracted about 200 alumni. The chapter sponsored its annual Morgan Choir concert and its annual crab feast, which
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MSU Class of 1961
50th Anniversary Is Golden for the Class of ’61
The Class of 1961 has been diligent in maintaining contact with its members over the years. The class first met at its 10th anniversary. And although it missed its 20th — as members raised children and pursued careers — it has met continuously every five years since its 30th anniversary. This success can be credited to a dedicated committee of classmates who reside in different parts of the country, as well as the use of increasingly improved technology to communicate and plan. On May 20, 2011, 40 members of the Class of 1961 were recognized at the Annual Alumni Awards and Class Reunion Luncheon as the 50th Anniversary class. What a thrill! To show its appreciation for the many gifts their alma mater has bestowed, the class presented a check in the amount of $149,000 to the MSU Foundation. Later that evening, classmates celebrated at the Cross Keys Inn with silly games, jokes about their impending old age and attempts to perform the latest line dances. Members all paid for that excitement the next morning. The music was provided by (Dr.) Guy Bragg and his band, “Sterling Silver.” The next morning, Commencement day, the class assembled between the old Hurt Gymnasium and the new University Student Center, where the luncheon had been held the day before. The weather was near perfect, and the air was filled with nostalgia, as members struggled to get in line for the academic procession, just as they had 50 years earlier. This time, however, they were asked to lead the procession into the stadium. It was an emotional moment. After Commencement, class members met for a late lunch at Gertrude’s in the Baltimore Museum of Art and discussed every topic under the sun. The celebration ended with a Sunday morning service at the old “Christian Center,” now the University Chapel, where deceased classmates were memorialized during a candlelight ceremony. The class thanks Joyce Brown and the Alumni Relations Office staff for their help over the years, but especially during the planning of its 50th anniversary celebration.
Southern Maryland Alumni Launch Annual Meet and Greet
The Morgan State University Southern Maryland Alumni Chapter (MSUSMAC) held its First Annual Membership Meet and Greet on June 11, 2011, at the Bel Alton High School Alumni Association Community Development Center. Alumni residing in Southern Maryland were invited. The MSUSMAC Membership Committee presented an agenda that included planned events and projects for the year. These activities will continue to drive the chapter toward fulfillment of its mission of ongoing community service and education. A great buffet dinner was prepared, door prizes were given, and dancing completed the affair.