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QUARTERLY NEWSLETTER FOR ALUMNI AND FRIENDS of WEST VIRGINIA STATE UNIVERSITY
Dear Fellow Alumni
Issue Highlights Hoops Legend Honored
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Alumnus of the Year 2008
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Director’s Welcome
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Alumni Chapters
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Bob Wilson’s jersey retirement ceremony February 2008.
Judge Reggie B. Walton honored during homecoming festivities.
A welcome message from our Director of Alumni Relations, Philip A. Bright.
A complete listing of WVSU’s National Alumni Chapters.
What’s New
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Use the form on page 6 to submit your news items to The Tower.
After a long and successful career in banking in the Charleston area, I was pleased to return to my alma mater, West Virginia State University, as Director of Alumni Relations. Since I began this position in November, 2007, I have been very busy reorganizing the office, familiarizing myself with University practices, working on computer data bases, and getting to know as many of my fellow alumni as possible. After attending the National Alumni Association National Conference in May 2008 and working last year’s Homecoming, I learned a lot from you from your comments and suggestions. This office is currently working on putting some of those suggestions into practice. This issue of The Tower includes newsworthy events from previous years as well as current events. We know we’ve missed a few issues, but we want you to know that we are back on schedule. In the coming months, the University’s communications team and I will work on reformatting this publication and distributing it on schedule. In the future, we also plan to have alumni publications available on-line. We look forward to hearing from you. Alumni news, comments, and questions are always welcome. Feel free to e-mail me at pbright@wvstateu.edu, or pick up the phone and call 304-766-3387. If you prefer, you can write to me at WVSU Office of Alumni Relations, 200 Erickson Alumni Center, PO Box 1000, Institute, WV 25112.
The Tower is published quarterly by the Office of the President, West Virginia State University. Office of Alumni Affairs
Philip A. Bright Director of Alumni Relations
200 Erickson Alumni Center P.O. Box 1000 Institute, WV 25112-1000 Phone: (304) 766-3322 Fax: (304) 766-4107 www.wvstateu.edu Editor-in-chief Gregory Epps Editor Robert Loughry Writers Philip Bright, Pat Dickinson photography Todd Griffith Layout/Design Jason Duffield
Direct comments to Gregory Epps at eppsgr@wvstateu.edu or (304) 766-3249.
Andrew N. Aheart
Recognized
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Foundation Annual Dinner Elicits Emotions, Renews Connections
President Carter with honorees, Newton Thomas, Dr. Ann Brothers Smith and Dr. Michael Harpold
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he West Virginia State University Foundation celebrated its Foundation, Mrs. Janie Hill and Dr. John L. Fuller, Sr. have joined 50th anniversary at the 32nd Annual Dinner on May 28, 2009. the WVSU Foundation Board of Directors. Mrs. Hill then presented The event elicited emotions from the speakers as well as the audience a check representing the final funds from the WV Rehabilitation Foundation to the WVSU Foundation. Mrs. Hill noted the and provided opportunities for renewed friendships. More than 200 alumni, business partners, friends, faculty, and difficulties in getting the check for the funds transfer with her staff of West Virginia State converged at the Embassy Suites Hotel comment, “I never knew it was so hard to give away money!” The in Charleston to honor three prominent individuals: Dr. Michael A. funds will be used to provide scholarships to handicapped students Harpold, renowned scientist; Dr. Ann Brothers Smith, recognized attending WVSU. educator; and Mr. L. Newton Thomas, prominent Kanawha Valley A lovely dinner was served, accompanied with music from philanthropist. Representing the many students who have received Continued, see DINNER, pg. 6 scholarships and awards from the WVSU Foundation were Ms. Lace Butler and recent Welcome our New Alumni Relations Specialist graduate Mr. Zebulon Reed. WVSU Foundation Board As a commuter student, I didn’t participate in very many campus Chairman and master of activities. Now, as a WVSU alumna (2006) and in my new position as ceremonies, David Sayre, Alumni Relations Specialist, I realize the important role that campus began the dinner remarks by organizations, clubs, and events play in the futures of our students. To all thanking representatives of the alumni of WVSU, I give my sincere thanks for keeping our wonderful Bayer CropScience and Walker history alive and thriving. As your new Alumni Relations Specialist, it is Machinery for being Diamond my goal to help make “State” the very best it can be. Sponsors with contributions of Mrs. Amanda Downs grew up in Hamlin, WV (Lincoln County) and attended Hamlin High School where she graduated $20,000 each toward WVSU. in 2002. She then attended West Virginia State University (then WVSC) and worked as a Student Assistant in Computer Mr. Sayre next reported that, Services as well as a Student Researcher at the Bioplex Agricultural Research Project. She graduated Suma Cum Laude with the absorption of the in 2006 with a Bachelor’s degree in Communications with an emphasis in Graphic Design. Recently married, she lives West Virginia Rehabilitation with her husband, Nicholas, at their home in Saint Albans. Foundation into the WVSU 2
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Membership Application Name
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Address City
State
Spouse
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Occupation/Employer Spouse Occupation/Employer Types Of National Membership (Check One) Individual Annual Membership: $25/year, Sep. 1–Aug. 31 Individual Life Membership: $250
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WVSU Alumni Featured at Convocations
Delegate Clif Moore addresses the crowd during a Black History Month Convocation at WVSU.
WVSU Alumni Clif Moore (‘71) and George Aulenbacher (‘94) returned to their Alma Mater as convocation speakers.
Delegate Clif Moore Motivates Black History Month Convocation
Delegate Clif Moore addressed the students, faculty, and staff assembled for the Black History Month Convocation in the PA Williams Auditorium on February 25. Moore, a delegate from McDowell County, is the first member of his family to graduate from college. Although he was the Black History Month speaker, Delegate Moore told the audience that he is not a proponent of Black History Month. He questioned why we wait for one month in the year to celebrate any history in America. It is his thought that black history should be incorporated into history books at all levels. Delegate Moore gave hope and inspiration to the audience by reminding them that no matter what obstacles they may face in life, there is a bright side somewhere. He repeated a phrase that he uses often: “None of us is as strong as all of us.” In conclusion Delegate Moore urged everyone to hold hands and chant “I believe in the possibility of you and me.” 4
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Aulenbacher Inspires With His WVSU Experience at Founders Week Honors Convocation
George Aulenbacher, Principal of Stonewall Jackson Middle School and WVSU adjunct faculty member, was a perfect speaker for the Founders Week honors convocation on March 17 in the PA Williams Auditorium. Mr. Aulenbacher told the audience the story of his arrival on the campus of West Virginia State University “sight unseen” to be with his girlfriend. He explained his up-bringing in rural Pennsylvania had not prepared him for interacting with a diverse population. Attending college was also not a priority. His move into Gore Hall opened his eyes to the world. The reminiscences about life in the residence hall brought appreciative applause from the audience. The young man with little exposure to diversity was meeting and interacting with fellow students from culturally, ethnically, and economically diverse backgrounds. The choice of education as a major at “State” George Aulenbacher led him to the job his loves, a middle school principal. He expressed his appreciation of the WVSU faculty that is committed to the academic growth of students. The faculty, he said, truly envisions “a living laboratory of human relations.”
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“There is a place we love so dear…..”
By Amanda Downs It is noon on the campus of West Virginia State University and students rush to and fro. From the center of campus, a melody chimes out strong and true. “There is a place we love so dear. Its name we’ll ever praise and revere…” Many of us who know the tune begin to hum or even sing quietly. For more than 17 years, the Carillon has stood as a symbol of this institution. It is a reminder to those who may otherwise be running late. It is a meeting place and a central landmark for the campus. It is a constant reminder of the rich history of this institution, as anyone knows who has read the many plaques that adorn it. For me, it is incredibly special because it is where I met my husband for the first time. This clock tower is many things to many people and, most importantly, it is in need of help.
The clock tower was presented to the University on October 19, 1991 by the National Alumni Association in honor of the University’s centennial celebration. The Carillion is garlanded with plaques of busts of Principals/Presidents, past and present. Below these plaques are the names of the generous Alumni who have donated to its upkeep. As you see in each and every “Tower”, there is a page that asks for donations to the Carillon, for Carillon Engraving. For only $200, you can have your name or the name of a loved one engraved on the clock tower. The money goes directly to the upkeep of the clock - maintenance that is quite expensive. Please, don’t let our Carillon fall into disrepair! Show your support for West Virginia State University and keep this traditional symbol alive and well. As Alumni, we all have an obligation to our fine institution to do all that we can to promote and preserve WVSU.
Please make checks payable to: WVSU Alumni Association Centennial Project
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DINNER, cont’d from pg. 1
members of the West Virginia State University Jazz Band. Mrs. Robin Baldwin, Vice President of the WVSU Foundation, introduced the first of the two students chosen to represent the numerous scholarship recipients at WVSU for the year. Mr. Zebulon Reed of Ripley was the recipient of the Anna Harpold Scholarship. He thanked honoree, Dr. Harpold, for the scholarship which is named for Dr. Harpold’s mother. He noted that, having now graduated from WVSU with a degree in biology, he intends to study toward becoming a physician. Because of this, he deeply appreciates the scholarship as it has helped to keep his student loan debt down, a debt which will obviously continue to grow as he furthers his education. Mr. Reed was also a catcher on the Yellow Jackets baseball team. Mrs. Baldwin next introduced Ms. Lace Butler of Temple Hills, MD. Despite a difficult family situation, in high school Ms. Butler was on the honor roll, was voted most valuable player for the basketball team, rookie of the year for the softball team, and was prom queen her senior year. Following graduation, Ms. Butler moved to Florida and lived out of her car until a friend encouraged her to look into WVSU. She applied and anxiously awaited news. Persistent in her attempts, Ms. Butler finally learned she had been accepted to WVSU and was given a job in Academic Affairs working with secretary, Millie Booker. The audience could hear the tears of joy in her voice as Ms. Butler recalled saying, “I no longer have to live out of my car!” Ms. Butler’s story sparked emotion in the audience as they learned of the many obstacles she had overcome in her quest for higher education and of her deep appreciation for the Ivin Lee/Dallas Staples scholarship which had helped her through this school year. President Hazo W. Carter, Jr introduced each of the three 2009 Honorees. Dr. Michael A. Harpold. Dr. Harpold, a 1963 graduate of WVSU, earned his doctorate in organic chemistry from UNCChapel Hill in 1967 before rejoining Union Carbide Corporation in South Charleston. He was promoted to UCC headquarters in NY and became the Director of Research and Development for
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Lace Butler explained that her scholarship to WVSU meant “I didn’t have to live out of my car anymore”
their Medical Products Division. He also served as Vice President of Products Development for Bayer’s Diabetes Products Division in Indiana before returning to North Carolina. He retired as CEO/ COO with LipoScience Corporation in Raleigh in 2004. In accepting the honor, Dr. Harpold recounted his days at WV State. He was “probably in the first thousand” white students to attend WVSU after the desegregation of 1954. He commended then President William J. L. Wallace for his commitment to completing the change despite any precedents or guidance through the unique experience. Dr. Harpold noted that this was just one of many moments when history was made at “State.” Dr. Ann Brothers Smith graduated from WVSU in 1964, completed her Master’s degree in Deaf Education from The Ohio State University, and earned her Doctorate of Administration and Supervision from Wayne State University. She was employed by the Detroit Public School system for 39 years, retiring in 2007 as Associate Superintendent of School Leadership. Dr. Smith has received numerous awards and honors for her civic contributions. She is the current President of the WVSU National Alumni Association, the first woman to ever be elected to that position. Dr. Smith cheerfully addressed the audience and spoke about her inspirations. Foremost, she stressed her family. As she looked at fellow honoree Mr. Thomas, Dr. Smith said , “And family, Newt, and family!” When Dr. Carter had introduced him as the final honoree, Mr. L. Newton Thomas, Jr. began to speak, and it became clear the relationship of “family” between the two honorees. Mr. Thomas told of having worked with, and learning from, Dr. Smith’s father in the No. 9 coal mine at the beginning of his career. Dr. Smith’s mother had also helped Mr. Thomas’ mother at home during this time. Mr. Thomas had joined Carbon Industries, Inc. ,owner of the No. 9 mine, after earning his bachelors degree in Chemical Engineering from Cornell University and serving in the US Air Force. Over his long career with Carbon Industries, and its successor ITT Carbon Industries, Inc., Mr. Thomas served in a variety of professional and management positions. He retired from the company as Senior
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Vice President but continues his illustrious history of philanthropy and community service with many worthy organizations in the state. Each of the honorees received a West Virginia State University “Second Century Award” clock. The inspirational evening concluded with everyone joining in the singing of the Alma Mater. The West Virginia State University Foundation, Inc. appreciates the support of the attendees, patrons, and friends of “State.”
Hoops Legend Bob Wilson Jersey Retirement Ceremony
Josephine Long, 1941 Alumna Attended the Dinner, Visited Campus The WVSU Foundation didn’t award prizes from the person who traveled the most miles to attend the annual dinner on May 29. If they did, the honor might have gone to Josephine Mattjoy Long, WVSU ‘41, who came from Fresno, California with her friend, Brenda Buckingham. The following day, the pair visited the campus as the keen-witted Jo reminisced about her time at “State” in the period after the Depression and the beginning of WWII. Growing up in Kansas City she had friends attending “State”. Following her high school graduation in 1936, she joined them. She spoke of her odd jobs such as mopping Dawson Hall which earned her half of her “board.” Also in her memories were professors such as Coach Adolph Hamblin whom she described as a “tough cookie.” As she left Josephine was already talking about plans to return for Homecoming in October.
President Carter welcomed alumna Josepine Mattjoy Long and her friend Brenda Buckingham who traveled from Fresno CA for the WVSU Foundation Dinner
Pictured Left to Right: Earl Lloyd, Bob WIlson, and Frank Enty.
WVSU hoops standout, Bob Wilson, returned to the campus the weekend of February 9, 2008 to take part in a ceremony to retire his number 27 jersey. Members of the championship 1947-1948 Yellow Jacket basketball team joined him to celebrate their 60th anniversary. The “W” Club hosted a dinner at the Erickson Alumni Center on Friday night with a reception and the jersey retirement on Saturday. Team members and their families reminisced with friends, classmates, and “W” Club members about their days on the campus and on the team. Robert “Bob” Wilson is a native of Clarksburg, WV. He graduated from Kelly Miller High School and followed his coach, Mark Cardwell, to (then) West Virginia State College. At “State” he was a two-year letterman in football and a three-year letterman in basketball. During his college basketball career, he scored more than 1,000 points. Mr. Wilson earned a master’s degree from Springfield College and pursued graduate work in Guidance and Personnel at the University of Wisconsin, School of Social Work. He became the first black executive of a metropolitan YMCA in Newark, NJ. He is married to the former Josephine Crozier, WVSU ‘48, who accompanied him for the weekend. They are the parents of four children. Bob Parker, Athletic Director (left), shakes hands with Bob Wilson during the February 9, 2008 jersey retirement.
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Alumni Services and Programs Affinity Credit Card West Virginia State University is pleased to offer the Visa card through MBNA America. This credit card provides benefits for both you and the Office of Alumni Relations. For every transaction you make with the card, MBNA America will make a contribution to help support our programs at no additional cost to you. If you would like to receive an application, please call 1-800-847-7378. Discount Auto and Homeowners Insurance Liberty Mutual offers alumni discounted rates on auto and homeowners insurance. For information, contact Mr. Steve Adams at Liberty Mutual Group, 1-800-279-1387.
Workshops Various workshops also are offered free of charge to all West Virginia State alumni periodically. For additional information, call (304) 766-3387. West Virginia State Volunteer Group Alumni assist the Office of Alumni Relations with projects, events, and activities. Membership is free and open to all alumni and friends of West Virginia State.
Publication The Tower is distributed quarterly to all alumni.
Student, Parent, and Alumni Connection The organization focuses on ways to improve relationships among students and alumni by involving parent interaction. Alumni serve as mentors, assisting students in every aspect of his/her educational experience while attending West Virginia State University.
Special Events Special events and social activities are held periodically. For additional information, please call (304) 766-3387.
For additional information, contact the Office of Alumni Relations at (304) 766-3322 or write to 200 Erickson Alumni Center, P.O. Box 1000, Institute, WV 25112-1000.
Andrew N. Aheart Recognized for 60 Years at WVSU During the traditional Employees Service Awards for Founders Week 2008 (March 17 - 20) Andrew N. Aheart was recognized for his 60 years at West Virginia State. He had previously been awarded an honorary doctorate during the December 2006 commencement exercises following a resolution by the Faculty Senate calling him the faculty member who best symbolizes the continuity of the commitment and dedication of the many instructors and professors who have served the institution. Dr. Aheart began his career at (then) West Virginia State College in 1948 having been recruited by President John W. Davis. Prior to coming to the Institute campus he had served in the Army and earned a master’s degree in mathematics from Harvard University. While at “State” he has served on the athletic committee; was chair of the mathematics department for 25 years from 1969 to 1994; and was Wallace Hall building coordinator. He has served five presidents, three interim presidents, and seven provost/vice presidents for academic affairs. He also holds the distinction of attending every home football game for 58 years and every home and away game since 1966. At age 87 Dr. Aheart is confined to a wheelchair and has been having difficulty with his vision for the past year. He retired in May of 2008. He contends if it was not for his poor eyesight, he would still be teaching. 8
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President Carter and Dr. Aheart share a moment before the awards ceremony.
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Alumnus of the Year for 2008 Judge Reggie B. Walton was honored as Alumnus of the Year during the 2008 Homecoming festivities. Judge Walton is a member of the graduating class of 1971 and has returned to the campus frequently for homecomings and other occasions. He was featured speaker for the May 2008 commencement exercises. Reggie B. Walton was born in Donora, Pennsylvania. In addition to receiving a his Bachelor of Arts from West Virginia State University (then College), he also earned his Juris Doctorate degree from The American University, Washington College of Law, in 1974. Judge Walton assumed his position as a United States District Judge for the District of Columbia in 2001, after being nominated to the position by President George W. Bush. In May 2007, Chief Justice John Roberts appointed Judge Walton to serve as a Judge of the United States Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Court, which is a 7-year appointment. Judge Walton was also appointed by President Bush in June 2004 to serve as the Chairperson of the National Prison Rape Reduction Commission, a commission created by Congress that is tasked with the mission of identifying methods to curb the incidents of prison rape. Former Chief Justice Rehnquist appointed Judge Walton to the federal judiciary’s Criminal Law Committee in 2005. Judge Walton
previously served as an Associate Judge of the Superior Court of the District of Columbia. While serving on the Superior Court, Judge Walton was the court’s Presiding Judge of the Family Division, Presiding Judge of the Domestic Violence Unit and Deputy Presiding Judge of the Criminal Division. Between 1989 and 1991, Judge Walton served as President George H. W. Bush’s Associate Director of the Office of National Drug Control Policy in the Executive Office of the President and as President Bush’s Senior White House Advisor for Crime. Before his appointment to the Superior Court bench in 1981, Judge Walton served as the Executive Assistant U.S. Attorney in the Office of the U. S. Attorney in Washington, D.C. He was also an Assistant U.S. Attorney and Chief of the Career Criminal Unit in that Office. Before joining the U. S. Attorney’s Office, Judge Walton was a staff attorney in the Defender Association of Philadelphia . Judge Walton has been the recipient of numerous honors and awards. He was also one of 14 judges profiled in a 1994 book entitled “Black Judges On Justice: Perspectives From The Bench.” The book is the first effort to assess the judicial perspectives of prominent African-American judges in the United States. He has been active in working with the youth of the Washington, D.C. area and throughout the nation. He has served as a Big Brother and frequently speaks at schools throughout the Washington Metropolitan area concerning drugs, crime and personal responsibility. Reggie Walton and his wife are the parents of one daughter.
Alumni Updates and Notable Events Homecoming 2009 to be held October 1–4
The Embassy Suites Hotel will be the headquarters. The Alumni Association will honor the classes of 1939, 1944, 1949, 1954, 1959, 1964, 1969, 1974, 1979, 1984, 1989, 1994, 1999, and 2004. The Association will host the Alumnus of the Year dinner/dance, The W-Club Jazz concert and Disco, W-Club Sports Hall of Fame Induction Brunch and The R.O.T.C. Hall of Fame Induction. Numerous other activities are being planned, as well, and will be announced soon.
Tennis Courts Named After Coach Marvin Mills
As part of its Homecoming festivities for 2007, WVSU dedicated its tennis courts in the name of Alumnus Dr. Marvin D. Mills. The ceremony took place on Friday, October 12, 2007.
Kappa Alpha Psi Monument Dedicated
The men of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity held a dedication ceremony for the Tau Chapter monument during Homecoming on Saturday, October 13, 2007.
Palmetto Capital City Classic
Saturday, September 5th, the Yellow Jackets Football team will be traveling to Columbia, South Carolina to take on Benedict College in the 8th Annual Palmetto Capital City Classic at Charlie W. Johnson Stadium. The South Carolina Chapter is
currently underway in making plans for a weekend of events.
WVSU Alumni Association National Conference 2010
The 20th National Conference of the Alumni Association will be held in Atlanta, GA on April 29, 30, & May 1, 2010.
In Memoriam
A listing in honor of all the alumni who have passed away in recent years will be available on our website. This listing can be mailed upon request, as well. Please contact the Offics of Alumni Affairs at (304) 766-3322 if you know of any alumni who have recently passed away.
Midland Trail Historical Tours
Midland Trail Historical Tours will be offered during Homecoming 2009. The tours were created by Public Relations students to help create awareness of African American Heritage and include such sights as Heritage Towers, Booker T. Washington Institute, The Clay Center, and Hawk’s Nest State Park. All proceeds go toward Communications and Public Relations scholarships at West Virginia State University. Dates for these tours will be announced. For more information please call (304) 766-3327 or visit http://www.midlandtrail. info/.
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Director
Betty M. Bates 4200 Granada Avenue Baltimore, MD 21215 (410) 664-1951 betty.bates@dc.gov
Send information of accomplishments, personal updates, address changes, deceased alumni, and chapter news to:
Baltimore, MD
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Are you a member of a WVSU Alumni Chapter? If not, why not become an active alumnus and join a chapter in your area? For additional information, contact the Office of Alumni Relations at (304) 766-3322 or write to us at WVSU, 200 Erickson Alumni Center, P.O. Box 1000, Institute, WV 25112-1000.
Mr. Isom Mobley 4322 North Carolina Court Harrisburg, PA 17112 (717) 652-8518
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Mr. Joseph D. Nixon, Jr. See contact information below.
Chicago, IL/Gary, IN
Mr. Joseph D. Nixon, Jr. 9914 S. Sangamon Chicago, IL 60643 (773) 233-6574 Email Designee: Catherine Smith, queen4141@aol.com
Cleveland, OH
Mr. Milton Kates 172 N. Pintail Drive Auburn Township, OH 44023 (410) 543-2653 (H) (216) 662-0600 (W) (216) 662-3330 (F) mltkat5@aol.com
Mr. Ben Hunter 276 Crescent Street New Haven, CT 06511 (203) 789-1048 Email Designee: Jackee B. Bryant, jackeebb@hotmail.com
Columbus, OH
New York/New Jersey
Dayton, OH
Mrs. Shirley Colvin (co-president) PO Box 710 Maplewood, NJ 07040 (212) 862-3896 Email Designee: Michelle Johnson Jones, vicissitudesinc@aol.com Mr. Elbert Russell, Jr. (co-president) PO Box 710 Maplewood, NJ 07040 (973) 763-7861 Email Designee: Michelle Johnson Jones, vicissitudesinc@aol.com
Philadelphia, PA
Charles Boddy 103 Hanover Avenue North Wales, PA 19454 (215) 283-9603 charles_boddy@yahoo.com
Mr. Ronald E. Lewis 4010 Wiston Drive Groveport, OH 43215 (614) 916-0007 rlewis6279@aol.com Mr. Carl E. Moyler 1415 Olt Road Exit Dayton, OH 45418 (937) 835-5942 (H) (937) 835-3071 (F) cemoyler@aol.com
Detroit, MI
Mrs. Markita Primm 18968 Prevost Detroit, MI 48235 markitawvsualum@yahoo.com
Indianapolis, IN
Mr. Rodye Butler 2916 E. Main Street Plainfield, IN 46168 (317) 839-3949
Kanawha Valley, WV
Mrs. Odaris Farmer P.O. Box 165 Institute, WV 25112 (304) 768-5686 Email Designee: Patricia Shafer shaferpm@wvstateu.edu
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Metro-Charleston, WV
Mrs. Debra Walker-Hart 5417 Morning Dove Lane Cross Lanes, WV 25313 (304) 766-0599 hartshouse@aol.com
Toledo, OH
Frank T. Johnson 705 Eton Road Toledo, OH 43615 (419) 531-2034 South REGION
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Mrs. Juanita Tunstall 6857 Rhode Island Drive W. Jacksonville, FL 32209 (904) 765-4629 (H) (904) 465-7737 (C)
Los Angeles, CA
North Carolina Triad
Ms. Camille Shipman 5924 San Gabriel Lane College Park, GA 30349-7529 (678) 613-1789 Camilleshipman@hotmail.com
Sabrina Mance-Penn 2729 Woodlore Trail Winston-Salem, NC 27103 (336) 794-3475
Charlotte, NC
Gary Thompson 4306 White Cliff Lane Durham, NC 27712 (919) 768-0766 gthompsonsoured@yahoo.com
Raleigh-Durham, NC
Richmond, VA
Dr. Swanson D. Carter 461 Zelkova Rd. Williamsburg, VA 23185
Francisco B. Newman, Jr. 1410 Ashley Street Richmond, VA 23231 (804) 222-6494
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Roanoke, VA Area
Mr. William Leavitt (Acting President) 302 Bay Shore Avenue #64 Mobile, AL 36607 (251) 479-6100
Francisco B. Newman, III 3710 Parliament Rd. Roanoke, VA 24014 (540) 345-0333
Hampton Roads, VA
Jennifer L. Seymour P.O. Box 30098 Columbia, SC 29230 (803) 446-6787 jenlsey@hotmail.com
Mrs. Eva M. Rice 3757 Kings Point Rd. Virginia Beach, VA 23452 (757) 340-2472
Las Vegas, NV
Metropolitan Washington
Atlanta, GA
Greater Williamsburg, VA
Hughie E. Mills See contact information below.
Harold D. Brooks 2316 Bridgeport Drive Memphis, TN 38114 (901) 774-0486
Jean Watson-Jeffery 608 Longdale Crescent Chesapeake, VA 23325 (757) 461-1149 ladyjz86@cox.net
Tiffany Walker 4284 Glenla Common Drive Charlotte, NC 28216 (704) 258-0498 tiffwalker@bellsouth.net
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Hughie E. Mills 2225 Pine Breeze La. #105 Las Vegas, NV 89119 (702) 732-7887 grethu54@aol.com
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Judith E. Mason P.O. Box 91063 Washington, DC 20090 (202) 726-0911(H) (202) 326-4100 ext. 5187 (W) judy.mason6@verizon.net
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South Florida
Boisy Waiters 733 SW 3rd Street Dania, FL 33004 (954) 922-4095 bwaiters@usa.net
Opal M. Carter 5845 Doverwood Dr. #308 Culver City, CA 90230 (310) 641-9534
Northern California Norma D. Green 2009 Tolenas Avenue Fairfield, CA 94533 (707) 428-1139
Pacific Northwest
James A. Manning 8101 48th Avenue SW Lakewood, WA 98499-4073 (253) 474-5267 cjam1911@yahoo.com National Alumni assoc. P.O. Box 669 Institute, WV 25112-0669
President
Dr. Ann. B. Smith 1370 Balmoral Drive Detroit, MI 48203 (313) 893-2933 (H) (313) 873-7991 (W) asmith.wvsualumni@yahoo.com
Past President
Dr. Howard L. Wilson 2363 Somerworth Dr. Columbus, OH 43219 (614) 252-5552 (614) 252-5303 serenahw@aol.com
First Vice President Milton Kates (see Cleveland, OH)
Second Vice President Mr. Vernon A. Bell 29180 Woodall Rd., W. Solon, OH 44139 (440) 248-3378
Executive Secretary Glover L. Smiley, Jr. 117 Tugaloo Court Roebuck, SC 29376 (864) 587-0940 gsmiley@spart7.org
Secretary
Donna Hunter 100 Faculty Circle, House B Dunbar, WV 25064 (304) 343-3106 hunterdl@wvstateu.edu
Treasurer
Dr. John L. Fuller, Sr. P.O. Box 127 Institute, WV 25112 (304) 766-3144 (W) fullerjl@wvstateu.edu
Financial Secretary
Mary Dillon 845 Spring Road Charleston, WV 25314 (304) 346-3728 DllnMadcat1@aol.com
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