Morgan State University Southern Maryland Alumni Chapter - 15th Annual BODD Program

2022

15th Annual

BLUE AND ORANGE SCHOLARSHIP DINNER DANCE AND AWARDS PROGRAM SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 10, 2022 GREATER WALDORF JAYCEES

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HISTORY OF THE SOUTHERN MARYLAND ALUMNI CHAPTER During the summer of 2004, Reverend George DeFord and other Southern Maryland Morgan State University (MSU) graduates convened several meetings to gauge the interest in forming a local alumni chapter. An initial organizing meeting, which attracted 15 MSU alumni, was held on October 16 2004, at Metropolitan United Methodist Church in Indian Head, Maryland. At a subsequent meeting on November 20, 2004, the following individuals were elected to office:

President—Rev. George DeFord Vice President—R. Wayne Barnes Treasurer—Charles Simpson Secretary—Vera Walton-Merritt Financial Secretary—Joan Chapman Corresponding Secretary—Victor D. Watson Historians—Thomas Datcher and Aaron Mathis Chaplain—Rev. Ed Williamson With 17 members in attendance, the Chapter was officially chartered on May 14, 2005 during the annual business meeting of the Morgan State University National Alumni Association.

Through the awarding of scholarships to prospective Morgan State students from Southern Maryland, health related outreach and awareness activities in the community, Adopt A Road, partnering with other MSU entities such as Patuxent Environmental and Aquatic Research Laboratory (PEARL), the Chapter has successfully lived up to its mantra: Come Back—Give Back. It is our sincere desire to continue to provide support to our Alma Mater and to the communities in which we reside and work.

Charter Members Ina Anderson-Johnson, R. Wayne Barnes, Mary Jane Briscoe-Short, Barbara Brooks-Williams*, Rhetta Brooks-Norman, Denise Chapman-Barnes, Joan Chapman, Delores Countiss-Datcher, Thomas Datcher, George DeFord, Aubrey Edwards, Yvonne Edwards, Issac Floyd, Lila Harris-DeFord, Aaron Mathis, Violet Penney-Simmons,* Janice Posey, Charles Simpson*, Lula L. Simpson, Varie Short-Taylor*, Rosalee Smoot-Reeves, Muriel Stewart-Sweatt, Elfreda TalbertMathis, Janice Talbert-Walthour, Pearl Thompson-Furey*, Vera Walton-Merritt, Victor D. Watson, Reverend Ed Williamson, William Young *deceased

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President

September 10, 2022

Rochelle Savoy rochellelsavoy@gmail.cm 301-848-7091 Vice President Denise Barnes Somerscounselor@aol.com 301-502-6479 Treasurer

Victor Watson Watson1220@aol.com 202-215-3656 Financial Secretary

Joan Chapman Chapmany1946@aol.com 301-643-6340 Recording Secretary Janice Cooper Janice.w.cooper4.ciy@gmail.com 301-922-5195

Greetings: It has been a pleasure to serve as the president of Morgan State University Southern Maryland Alumni Chapter (MSUSMAC) for 10 years.

Throughout those years it has been a joy to watch the chapter continue to grow and flourish. Because of the tireless efforts of our leadership, members and supporters MSUSMAC has established a presence committed to community service in the southern Maryland area, provided scholarships for students to pursue higher education and contributed to the overall success of Morgan’s National Alumni Association.

Although this letter marks the end of my tenure as president, it is by no means the end of my work with MSUSMAC! This has been a wonderful experience.

Corresponding Secretary

Gloria Savoy savoy14113@hotmail.com 301-535-1166

Thanks again for all your support and generosity that you have given to MSUSMAC.

Historian

Thomas Datcher Rcd1971@aol.com 301-848-2028 Chaplain

Delores Datcher cddatcher@gmail.com 301848-6990

Warm Regards, Denise Barnes Denise Barnes Past President

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Salad Tossed Green Salad Choice of Ranch or Italian Dressing Entrée Southern Maryland Fried Chicken Seafood Newburg (Shrimp, Crab and Scallops in a Sherry Lobster Sauce w/rice) Fresh Vegetable Medley Oven Roasted Potatoes Dinner Rolls & Butter Dessert Rainbow Sherbet andSherbet Celebration Cake Rainbow Beverages Regular and Decaffeinated Coffee, Hot or Iced Tea *Cash Bar

DINNER MENU

PROGRAM Ms. Rochelle Savoy – Presiding 6th President of MSUSMAC Welcome

Mrs. Denise Barnes, 5th President

Invocation

Dr. Delores Datcher, Chaplain Dinner is Served

Recognition of Special Guests

Ms. Rochelle Savoy

Special Recognition

Rev. George DeFord, 1st President

Recognition of Scholarship Recipients

Mr. Shawn Coates, Scholarship Chairman

Presentation of the 2022 Honorees of the Year

Mr. Wayne Barnes, 2nd President

Mr. Everard Johnson Sr., Calvert County Ms. Vera Walton Merritt, Charles County Mr. R. Owen Johnson Jr., Prince George’s County Ms. Terri Lynn Williams, Prince George’s County Dr. Linda W. Lymas, St. Mary’s County

Alumnus of the Year Mrs. Denise Barnes

Ms. Rochelle Savoy

Special Presentation Acknowledgements & Closing Remarks

Ms. Rochelle Savoy

Benediction

Dr. Delores Datcher

Alma Mater Music Provided by: Shawn DJ “Redboy” Coates

MORGAN STATE UNIVERSITY SOUTHERN MARYLAND CHAPTER MEMBERSHIP Chapter Officers President, Rochelle Savoy

Vice President, Denise Chapman-Barnes*

Treasurer, Victor Watson

Financial Secretary, Joan Chapman

Recording Secretary, Janice Cooper

Corresponding Secretary, Gloria Savoy

Historian, Thomas Datcher*

Chaplain, Dr. Delores Datcher

Chapter Members Ashford, Jane Clark Barnes, Wayne* Blackwell, Elaine Boyd, Phillip Brookes, Marshall Coates, Shawn Cooksey, Nicole Davis, Adrienne Davis, Thais DeFord, George Rev.* DeFord, Lila Edwards, Charles Farmer, Patricia Ford, Thelma

Gray, Michelle Harris, Lori Jackson, Marie Johnson, Theresa Jones, Felicia Jones, Joan Kearney, Tina Larkin, Michelle Martin, Robert Mathis, Elfreda Merritt, Vera Moore, Jocelyn Powell, Karleen Proctor, Sylvia

Reeves, Rosalee Riddick, Robert L. Savoy, Bernard Short, Jane Short, Tammy Sims, Michelle Smith, James Walthour, Janice Dr. Watson, David Pedro Watson, Victor Watson, Vincent Wheeler, Keisa Wills, Matthew Noland Jr. Young, William*

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HONOREE

EVERARD JOHNSON, SR.

Everard Johnson Sr., one of six children to the late Eugene and Sarah Johnson, was born and raised in Calvert County, MD. Upon graduation from W.S. Brooks High School in 1963 Everard enrolled at Apex Barbering School where he received his Master Barbering License and worked as a part time for 25 years. In 1966 he was drafted into the U.S. Army and was honorably discharged in 1968. Everard returned home and worked at the Patuxent Naval and Air Station (Pax River) for 25 years until his retirement in 1995.

E v e r a rd i n v o l v e d h i m s e l f i n v a r i o u s organizations and received numerous awards dedicated service. After his retirement Everard

joined his three brothers (Langford, Michael, and Tony) and began his partnership with Brother’s Johnson Inc. in 1998. As the septic service progressed, Everard also became the sole owner of Johnson Trash Service in 2002 but was later sold. Throughout his life Everard has served his community on the Election Board as Voting Technician and an Election Judge. He was a charter bus driver for over a decade. Since 1972 Everard has been a member of Victoria Lodge #71 and now serves as Past Master. He is also a Past Commander of American Legion Gray Ray Po s t # 2 2 0 a n d o n c e s e r v e d a s Pa s t Commander of Calvert County American Legion. As a member of Mt. Olive United Methodist Church he serves as the President of the United Methodist Men and a member of the Trustee Board. He is also a member of the Agriculture Commissioners Board, Farmers Bureau and the Long Horns Association. Everard is a Texas Long Horn Cattle farmer and was once a part time tobacco farmer. He also is one of many cowboys to open for the Bill Pickett Invitational Rodeo for several years and belongs to various Trail Riders’ Associations in the U.S. Today Everard still resides in Calvert with his wife of 50 years, Loujeania Johnson and is a proud father to Everard Johnson, Jr. and Alicia Burgess and a proud grandfather to eight grandchildren.

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VERA WALTON MERRITT

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Vera Walton Merritt was born in Pomonkey, Charles County, Maryland and received her early education in the Charles County Public School System.

A 1962 graduate of Pomonkey High School, she went on to earn a Bachelor of Science Degree in Elementary Education from Morgan State (College) University in Baltimore, Md. in 1966. She earned her Master of Science Degree in Education also from Morgan State University in 1971. After teaching in the Baltimore City School System for eight years, Vera relocated to Los Angeles, California and was immediately hired by the Los Angeles Uni ed School District where she taught for 28 years until her retirement in 2002. During her tenure there she earned a second Masters’ Degree in School Administration and Supervision from Pepperdine University, Los Angeles Campus. During her teaching career she has served as a Mentor Teacher for beginning teachers, Resource Teacher over the Computer Labs, the Library, and several Teacher Assistants. She sometimes worked with budgets of half a million dollars and was proud to say she never misplaced a penny but did have some sleepless nights.

After retiring, Vera returned ‘home’ to participate in the family business, Waltons Market / Waltons Seafood Carryout & Catering. She and her sister Barbara were owners and operators of the business from 2000 to 2009. They participated in the training of students from Lackey High School and were sponsors

of the Indian Head Braves Little League Baseball and Cheer Teams. In 2007 they were recognized by the Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc, Nu Zeta Omega Chapter for their Contributions to the Community.

They freely supplied “Fried Oysters” to fourth graders at J. C. Parks Elementary School at the culmination of their environmental studies. They donated food for Safe Nights Programs and National Night Out Events.

After retiring from Waltons, Vera continued to remain on site to assist her brothers who took over the business. Covid caused the closing of the carryout, but it is not gone forever.

Ms. Merritt remains active in the community. She has served as an Election Judge for the Charles County Board of Elections. She is a founding member and is currently active in the Morgan State University Southern Maryland Alumni Chapter and a Lifetime Member of the Morgan State University National Alumni Association. She’s an active member of the Pomonkey High School Alumni Association, an active member of Metropolitan United Methodist Church, secretary of the Western Charles Democratic Club, supportive member of the Charles County African American Heritage Society, the Bel Alton High School Alumni Association CDC, and participant in the Village of Pomonkey Project as well as the Carroll Family Farm (her Mother’s Legacy) Project. Idle time favorites include tracing her Family’s Genealogy, reading for pleasure, family and friends cookouts, taking family vacations, and lounging around outside enjoying the sun, the fresh air, and her plants.

Those that know her would say it would be hard to nd someone that is as: sincere warm-hearted dedicated to hardworking unsel sh and calm, cool, and collective as she is.

When asked how she manages such a busy lifestyle, her response is “One Day at a Time!” and “Don’t Worry, Be Happy”.

HONOREE

R. OWEN JOHNSON, JR.

R. Owen Johnson, Jr. is a lifelong resident of Prince George’s County, Maryland. Born to an itinerant pastor and housewife, he and his siblings learned young the importance of being accountable, responsible, and empathetic citizens.

He is a graduate of the historic Frederick Douglass High School in Upper Marlboro, MD and received his BS degree in Physical Education from the University of Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES). Owen received a master’s degree in education from National Louis University (Evanston, Illinois) and graduated from the United States Sergeants Majors Academy (Fort Bliss, Texas).

He and Audrey Turner Johnson have been married for 49 years. Together they have helped others including a stint in the Peace Corps in Venezuela South America from 1974-1976. When they returned to the United States, Owen went back to his roots and began a career with the Prince George’s County Public Schools where he progressed from teaching health, science, and physical education to Athletic Director, Vice Principal, Dean of Academic and Student Affairs and eventually County Supervisor for Physical Education, Dance and Interscholastic Athletic Programs. He retired after 33 distinguished years serving the children of Prince George’s County and did not hesitate to say “yes” when asked to run and was elected to the Prince George’s County Public Schools Board of Education. He was a board member for four years, including one year as Chairperson.

For eight years, he chaired the Excellence in Education Foundation for Prince George’s County Public Schools. He is a member of the Board of Advisors for UMES and is active in its alumni association. He is also a board member of the University System of Maryland Foundation, Inc.

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Owen also served his country as a member of the United States Army National Guard retiring after 24 years with the rank of Sergeant Major. His work with the National Guard included assignments in Washington DC, Kingston, Jamaica, Reisterstown Maryland, Ft. Gordon Georgia and Ft. Jackson, South Carolina. He was director of the District of Columbia National Guard’s Capital Guardian Youth Challenge Academy in 2010 where his uncompromising desire for excellence resulted in the of cial opening of a new facility two years earlier than had been projected.

Owen has been recognized as the Prince George’s County Basketball Coach of the Year and inducted into the Maryland State Athletic Directors Association Hall of Fame.

His military recognitions include the Army Achievement Medal 4 Oak Leaf Cluster, Defense Meritorious Service Medal and Commanding General’s Award for Achievement.

Recognition by UMES includes induction in its Hall of Excellence for Lifetime Achievement in Community Service (2017) and Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference Distinguished Alumni (2020).

Owen abides by the mantra that success, though sweet, means nothing if not used to help others. He is a member of Clinton United Methodist Church, where he is a Lay Servant, and choir member. He participated in three United Methodist Church Volunteer in Mission trips. He is a volunteer for Habitat for Humanity and Christmas in April.

He is an active member of the Brandywine North Keys Civic Association and the Prince George’s County Parent Teacher Association.

While a student at UMES, Owen joined Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity. In retirement, he has delivered on the community service expectation by chartering the Upper Marlboro/Waldorf Alumnae Chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc. and becoming a life member of the Grand Chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc., Owen believes strongly in the words of Kappa Alpha Psi Elder Watson Diggs, “To understand the heart and mind of a person, look not at what he has achieved, but at what he aspires to.”

Owen’s accomplishments, though many, are simply a re ection of his understanding that success is a result of aspiring to help others, which he does daily.

Owen proudly attributes his personal accomplishments to the loving support of his wife Audrey, his family and the community at large.

HONOREE

TERRI LYNN WILLIAMS Terri Lynn Williams General Member, Branch Secretary, Third Vice

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I ambanks proud myresidents daughters and I are a telephone to that remind in Prince Historically Black College/University.

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I attended Fayetteville organized candidate forums for the community to meet the candidates running Sorority, Inc. – Iota Gamma Omega Chapter of University and earned a B.S. Degree in Business Governor, Lt. Governor, Congress, State Senators and Delegates, County Council and Schoo Prince George’s County, Maryland. As a member Administration and Marketing. I am proud that my Members. I also coordinated with the PrinceofGeorge’s County School Board members to m the sorority, I have dedicated the last 27 years daughters and I are alumni of a Historically Black School Seniors in the school system to inform them on the importance of voting. of continuous service to all mankind.

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DR. LINDA W. LYMAS

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Dr. Linda W. Lymas worked in the education profession for more than 30 years in a wide range of educational and administrative positions. She retired from the St. Mary’s County Public Schools System as Supervisor of World Languages and English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) on July 1, 2013. Dr. Lymas was appointed Principal of Great Mills High School in October 2000, the rst African American female to serve in the position.

Under her leadership, Great Mills High School was the rst high school in St. Mary’s County to be awarded a Smaller Learning Communities grant from the United States Department of Education (Title V, Part D of the No Child Left Behind Act). This award made it possible to give all students, without regard to ability, the opportunity to have successful learning experiences in personalized learning environments. In 2002, former Maryland Governor Parris N. Glendening recognized her outstanding contributions and impressive dedication to instructional leadership in Maryland schools.

Dr. Lymas began her career as a classroom teacher in the Beauregard Parish School System in Deridder, Louisiana, where she taught French and German for two years. She relocated to Baltimore City and served as a French and German teacher, World Language Department Head, assistant

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HONOREE

principal, and French Instructor at Coppin State College. While serving as an instructional leader for teachers of World Languages, she was Chairperson of the Odessa Sister City Committee student exchange program. Dr. Lymas was appointed by former Mayor Kurt L. Schmoke to lead the rst delegation of high school students from the Baltimore Metropolitan Area to travel to Odessa (Ukraine) in the U.S.S.R. From 1999 to 2016, Dr. Lymas served as a member of the Board of Governors for the Southern Maryland Higher Education Center. She is a member of the St. Mary’s Caring Board of Directors. Dr. Lymas is a member of the Rotary Club of Lexington Park. In 2017 -2018, she became the rst African American to serve as Club President. Dr. Lymas is an Assistant Governor for Rotary’s District 7620 where she provides support for Rotary Clubs in St. Mary’s, Calvert, and Charles Counties. She is a Rotary Leadership Institute Faculty. On July 1, 2022, she was appointed to the Police Accountability Board and Administrative Charging Committee in St. Mary’s .

Dr. Lymas earned her Bachelor of Science in French Education from Grambling State University.

While there, she was the recipient of a fellowship from the Council for the Development of French in Louisiana to study at the Catholic University of Angers, Angers, France. She holds a Master of Arts Degree in French Education and completed 30 Postgraduate credits in Curriculum and Instruction, State University of New York at Albany; a Doctorate in Education Policy Planning and Administration, University of Maryland, College Park; and a Special Education Bilingual Certi cate, George Washington University.

ALUMNUS OF THE YEAR

DENISE BARNES

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“Lift as you rise” has been the personal mission of Denise Barnes during her 10 years (2012- 2022) as President of Morgan State University Southern Maryland Alumni Chapter (MSUSMAC), where she committed herself to leading and lifting her chapter and community.

Her record of service is no better re ected than in 2020 and 2021 during which she focused on maintaining the Chapter through two years of the COVID pandemic.

Under Denise’s leadership, the MSUSMAC reactivated alumni, participated in student recruitment and supported the Morgan’s Embrace the Chapel endeavor. Denise created the George DeFord’s Scholarship program which increased the scholarships giving and began the recurring scholarship program; encouraged Alumni support for the Coalition’s case against the State of Maryland for additional funding for Maryland’s four historically black institutions of higher education. In addition to her duties as

President, Denise chaired the annual Blue and Orange Dinner Dance and Awards program.

During her tenure, MSUSMAC received the distinction of being named Alumni Chapter of the Year. This award is only available for a chapter to earn every 5 years.

While serving as President of MSUSMAC, Denise concurrently served as President of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.® Nu Zeta Omega chapter which entailed numerous responsibilities.

Presently, Denise serves on the boards of Maryland Minority Health and Health Disparities appointed by the Governor and University System Maryland of Southern Maryland.

She is an active member and supporter of a number of community organizations and volunteer groups. Denise is involved with St. Mary’s Church as a lector, a member of the Ladies Sodality and she is also a member of the Ladies Auxiliary #301 of the Knights of St. John International.

Denise earned a Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education at Morgan and a Master of Science in Counseling from the University of Michigan. She returned to Morgan and received her Master of Business Administration in Finance.

Her background encompassed forty years in school counseling. Due to her attention to detail of her counseling duties and positive in uence she had on many of her students, Denise has received numerous national, state and local awards, special recognitions and citations.

Denise is married to Wayne, a proud Morganite and both are Life members of Morgan State University National Alumni Association and Charter members MSUSMAC.

SPECIAL ACHIEVEMENT

DAVID BURTON In Recognition Of Contribution For The Continued Success Of The Four Maryland Public HBCUs

Hooding for the Honorary Doctorate

Receipt of the Honorary Doctorate Plaque

David J. Burton is a 1967 graduate of Morgan State University.

During its Spring 2022 Commencement, Morgan State awarded an Honorary Doctorate of Humane Letters to David J. Burton. The photos above depict the hooding and award of the honorary degree. His alma mater presented the honorary degree to Mr. Burton for his work as the co-founder and president of the Coalition for Equity and Excellence in Maryland Higher Education. In 2006, the Coalition sued the Maryland State Higher Education Commission for its discriminatory and inequitable treatment of the four public Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) in the state. Despite the state’s continued efforts to have the case dismissed and otherwise declare the suit unwarranted, Mr. Burton refused to capitulate. Through sheer determination and grit, Mr. Burton saw the case through to its culmination in an unprecedented $577 million settlement recommended (with near unanimous approval) by the Maryland General Assembly and approved by the U.S. Court of Appeals, 4th Circuit in Richmond, Virginia in 2021.

Throughout this 15+ year ordeal, Mr. Burton never waivered in his commitment to seek redress, equitable treatment, and excellence in education due the four HBCUs in Maryland.

It is for these reasons that the Southern Maryland Alumni Chapter of the Morgan State University Alumni Association conveys special recognition to David J. Burton for his steadfastness, determination, perseverance, and courage to insure that Bowie State University, University of Maryland Eastern Shore, Coppin State University, and Morgan State University commence to receive that which is long overdue.

The Coalition’s work received redress for Maryland’s HBCUs and is widely viewed as a model for HBCUs, especially public HBCUs, throughout the United States that may have experienced or are experiencing adverse and inequitable treatment in their states. .

MSUSMAC HALL OF FAME 2009 Honorees Joan Jones Rev. Dr. C. Anthony Muse MD State Senator Thomas M. (MAC) Middleton, District 28, Charles County Elfreda Talbert-Mathis Victor D. Watson, Alumnus of the Year ___________________ Scholarship Recipients Thomas Clifford, Lackey High School Krysten Colon, Chopticon High School Shadonna Green, LaPlata High School Matthew Neal, McDonough High School Charlene Thomas, Frederick Douglass High School

2013 Honorees Judge Sheila R. Tillerson Adams MD State Delegate James E. Proctor Jr. District 27, Prince George’s County Doris W. Hall

Thomas M. Datcher, Jr., Alumnus of the Year ________________________ Scholarship Recipients Layla Ali, North Point High School Sabrina Allen, Westlake High School Niajah Layton, Potomac High School Priscilla Offei, Maurice J. McDonough HS Dominique Watson, Gwynn Park High HS _________________________________

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Honorees Dr. Kelton Clark, Calvert County Rosemary Pickeral-Brown, Charles County Leon Thornton, Charles County M. Elaine Blackwell, Prince George’s County Marshall Brookes, St. Mary’s County Nathaniel Scroggins, St. Mary’s County Patricia Farmer, Alumnus of the Year ______________________ Scholarship Recipients Zaysha Waters, North Point High School Ra’Kecia Page, North Point High school ____________________________________________

Honorees Steve Benjamin Hawkins Kevin Short Judge Thurman H. Rhodes Joan Yvonne Chapman, Alumnus of the Year ______________________ Scholarship Recipients Onyekachi Ijeomach, Suitland High School DeShauntra Johsnon, Forestville Military Academy Brittani Jones, Westlake High School Clarevonte Williams, McDonough High School ______________________________________________

2011 Honorees Mary Jane Briscoe-Short Darlene Barnes Charmel McMillian Reuben B. Collins, Charles County Commissioner William B. Young,Alumnus of the Year ______________________ Scholarship Recipients Michael Arnolia, Oxon Hill High School Amber Baker, Forestville Military Academy Imani Brown, Oxon Hill School Jasmine Davis, Fredrick Douglass High School Ericka Kemp, Westlake High School David Roberts, North Point High School __________________________________

2012 Honorees Denise Chapman-Barnes C. Sylvia Proctor J. Blaine Somerville MD Delegate, John L. Bohanan, Jr. District 29B, St. Mary’s County Rochelle Savoy, Alumnus of the Year ______________________ Scholarship Recipients James Bell, Westlake High School Alicia Ahl, Henry E. Lackey High School Jordan Beckford, Henry E. Lackey High School Akeem Stephenson, Oxon Hill School Michael Richter, Oxon Hill School Kiante Bush, Oxon Hill High School

2015 Honorees Carolyn W. Colvin Anthony “Tony” Covington Troy D. Berry ________________________ Scholarship Recipients Jai Horsey, Northern High School Cassharie Waters, North Point High School George Swann, North Point High School Aniya Brown, North Point High School Tyrone Shaw, North Point High School Andre Nottingham, Oxon Hill High School _____________________________________

2016 Honorees Delegate Edith Jerry Patterson Cora Marshall Theresa Wallace Johnson Dr. Francine Dove Hawkins Dr. Delores Countiss Datcher __________________________ Scholarship Recipients Randolph Brent, Thomas Stone High School Dezmond Covington, Maurice J. McDonough Rachel Daugherty, Northern High School Kaitlyn Mooney, Thomas Stone High School Jordan Queen, Westlake High School

2017 Honorees April Ryan Wilson Parran Dr. Robert Martin Karleen Powell Dr. Beatrice Tignor Trisch Smith Charles Russell Lee, Alumnus of the Year _________________________ Scholarship Recipients Kaitlyn Adams, North Point High School Morgan Blackwell, Westlake High School Dominique Cunningham, North Point Chidinma Igwe, Henry E. Lackey High Dasia Kegler, North Point High School Tayana Metcaff, Thomas Stone High Sara Redden, Henry E. Lackey High ______________________________________

2018 Honorees Rachel Jones, Calvert County LaTasha Briscoe, Charles County Eva Chesley, Charles County Tanya Rush, Prince George’s County Rev. Scott Woods, St. Mary’s County Shawn Coates, Alumnus of the Year _______________________ Scholarship Recipients Charnyes Burton, Thomas Stone High Caleb Christian, North Point High School Maeleeyah Davis, North Point High School Amaiya McNeil, St. Charles High School Brianna Mincy, St. Charles High School Devin Parker, Friendly High School Jada Prater, Bishop McNamara High School Marcus Smith, Great Mills High School Derek Thompson, North Point High School Natasha Zarvas, Thomas Stone High School ____________________________________________

2019 Honorees Pastor Cynthia Baker, Charles County Charles Williams, Charles County Kyle DeJan, Prince George’s County Delegate Susie Proctor, Prince George’s County Dr. Bernard Chase, St. Mary’s County Thelma Ford, Alumnus of the Year ________________________ Scholarship Recipients Melanie Battle, North Point High School Alice Bundy, LaPlata High School Onieka Duncan, St. Charles High School Teia Harrington, Great Mills High School Sydney Jones, North Point High School Dakaree Kondo-Banks, Westlake High School Branden Lowe, West Lake High School Adrianna Lugo, Thomas Stone High School Malissa Moore, Great Mills High School Kennedy Sampson, Elizabeth Seton High School Daryl Stickland, Jr., North Point High School

* Download prior Hall of Fame history at msusma.org/programs

Congratulations Dearest Auntie Vera Walton Merritt Recognition for Community Service Morgan State University Southern Maryland Alumni Chapter

We celebrate you as an example of citizenship, loyalty, and dedication to the community and to our family. We are so Proud of You!!!

With love from your nieces and

nephews, Melody Garrett, Karen, Eric & Jeffrey Johnson, Corey & Queena Walton, Et Al

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To Our Sister:

Congratulations Vera Walton Merritt!

On being selected by the Morgan State University – Southern Maryland Alumni Chapter as the 2022 Honoree from Charles County.

Your continued support of our family and the community Makes us very proud of you.

May God continue to Bless You and Keep You In all that you do for us and others.

Your Brothers, Rodney & Kim Walton R. Carroll Walton Kline I. Walton 17

Vera Walton Merritt On your special recognition as a Morgan State University Alumni Association Southern Maryland Alumni Chapter 15th Annual Scholarship Dinner Dance and Awards Program

Honoree Saturday, September 10, 2022

The Members and Officers of Metropolitan United Methodist Church 3385 Metropolitan Church Road Indian Head, MD 20640 Reverend Darryl K. Mason, Sr., Pastor

Vera Walton Merritt We Salute You on your special recognition and contributions to the

From the Members and Officers of the Pomonkey High School Alumni Association Pomonkey High School 100th Anniversary Committee “Home of the Roaring Tigers” Pomonkey, Maryland

The Morgan State University Alumni Association Southern Maryland Alumni Chapter th 15 Annual Blue and Orange Scholarship Dinner & Awards Program Saturday, September 10, 2022

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Congratulations Dr. Linda Lymas St. Mary’s County Honoree of the Year For Outstanding Community Service

Linda & Son Justin

Your loving husband, Jerry Lymas (Class of ’71) is smiling down from heaven on this special day.

We love and appreciate you!

CEO & Founder of Feed St. Mary’s Food Bank, Inc. Rotary Club of Lexington Park (First African American President 2017-2018)

Southern Maryland Higher Education Board St. Mary’s Caring Soup Kitchen Board

Go Delta Sigma Theta May God Continue to Bless Your Steps!

Your Sorors- Elfreda Mathis, Janice Walthour and Families

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Congratulations to Denise Chapman Barnes For Your 10 Years of Outstanding Leadership as the President of the Morgan State University Southern Maryland Alumni Chapter

We are PROUD of the many MSUSMAC accomplishments, You did it with EXCELLENCE, GRACE, and MUCH LOVE! Love, Wayne Barnes Husband MSU Class of 1971

Joan Chapman Sister MSU Class of 1967

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CONGRATULATIONS Denise Chapman Barnes MSU Southern Maryland Alumni Chapter 2022 Alumnus of the Year

The Barnes Family Alumni Wayne Barnes Darlene Barnes Celeste Barnes (Deceased) Michael Barnes Andre Barnes Trisch Smith

Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated ® NU ZETA OMEGA CHAPTER Congratulates MORGAN STATE UNIVERSITY ALUMNI ASSOCIATION Southern Maryland Alumni Chapter ~ 15th Annual ~ Blue & Orange Scholarship Dinner Dance & Awards Program ________________ As You Honor Our Own

Denise Barnes (Outgoing President) Alumnus of the Year

Andrea Henderson, President

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GEORGE DEFORD The George F. DeFord Scholarship is named in honor of the charter president of the Southern Maryland Alumni Chapter. The scholarship honors Dr. DeFord's commitment, service and dedication in establishing the Chapter We are extremely grateful to the following individuals and organizations that have chosen to honor Rev. DeFord with a contribution to this fund We welcome additional contributions to the fund. Checks should be made payable to MSUSouthern Maryland Alumni Chapter and sent to P.O. Box 1404, Waldorf, Maryland 20604

Donation of $25 - $2,000 Wayne & Denise Barnes – ‘72 Joyce M. Brown Joan Chapman – Class of ‘67 Charles County Sheri Department Thomas & Delores Datcher – Class of‘67 George DeFord – Class of ‘67 Jim Gri t McKinley Haye Paul Jone Dora B. Lucas Elfreda Mathis -Class of ‘67 Girard & Edith Myers Cynthia Ray Hulen Rigsby Gloria Savo Karl & Patricia Schmidt Jerome & Rose Short Sylvester & Jeanette White

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GOLD (Contribution of $50-$75)

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IN MEMORY OF Sandra Turner Duckett Brenda Butler

All deceased Members of KSJ Sacred Heart Ladies Auxiliary #301

Deaconess Ida R. Lyons Deborah A. Lyons (Daughter)

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Priscilla Moor Sydney Moore Jr Kesia Wheele

Bernard and Margaret Munso John and Agnes Savo Margot Savo

Priscilla Savoy – ’7 Yolanda Yates-Humphries

In Loving Memory of Kermit L.H. & C. Alberta Moore Kermit, Karleen, Jocelyn, Deborah & Stanley

In Loving Memory of Roger W. Powell, ll Karleen & Catherine Powell

George & Margaret Williams Sister Margaret L. Williams Thomas Patricia Williams

Grant M. Richardson, II James B. Coate Veronica E. Johnson Coate Shawn Coate

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Ms. Sandra Duckett Ms. Margaret Mc Ray Ms. Violet Simmons Ms. Amelia Turner “God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble. Therefore, we will not fear, though the earth give way and the mountains fall into the heart of the sea, though its waters roar and foam and the mountains quake with surging.”

Psalm 31:24

Remembering Our Departed Chapter Members Charles Russell Lee December 12, 1931

October 29, 2018

Russell was born in LaPlata, MD to Jack and Bessie Lee to a family of 7 boys and 3 girls.

He was the first in his family to attend college. He joined the DC Public School System in 1957. He retired in 1989. After retirement, he taught in several parochial schools. In addition, he worked as a job developer in Prince George’s County and was successful in placing 1500 students in summer jobs.

He is survived by his brothers Earl and Donald and sister Barbara.

Priscilla Uhmar Savoy December 11, 1948

April 18, 2017

Priscilla was the daughter of the late Clara Margaret Yates and James Bernard Savoy, Jr., and sister to the later Lillian Yates-Watson.

She leaves to cherish her memory one sister, Gloria and one brother Bernard. While living in Baltimore, she was employed by Baltimore Gas and Electric for 29 years.

Vernard Roscoe Harden September 12, 1940

August 8, 2012

Vernard Roscoe Harden, age 71 of Dameron, MD died August 8, 2012 at St. Mary’s Hospital in Leondardtown, MD. Vernard was born on September 12, 1940 in Staunton, Va. Vernard is a 1961 graduate of Morgan State University, where he earned a Bachelor of Science Degree in Business Administration.

In August 1963, he married the love of his life, Jacqueline A. Cottom in Sewickly, Pennsylvania. They celebrated their 49th wedding anniversary on August 3, 2012.

Veranrd was also a very proud member of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc. He was initiated into the fraternity at Morgan State University in 1959. In July 2009, he became a charter member of the LeondardtownPrince Frederick Alumni Chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc.

Mary Priscilla Moore May 4, 1947

April 30. 2012

Mary Priscilla Moore, also affectionately called Priscialla or “Pris” by her family and friends, was born the tenth of eleven children on May 4, 1947 in Brandywine, Maryland to the late Sydney, Sr. and Dorniece Moore. On Monday April 30, 2012, Priscilla was called home to spend eternity with the Lord.

Priscilla was educated in the Prince George’s County school system. After graduating from Frederick Douglass Senior High School, she received a B.A. in Music, with a minor in Elementary Education from Morgan State University in 1970. She later obtained a Master’s of Education. She was an active, life member of Morgan State University Alumni Chapter . She was also a member of the Southern Maryland Alumni Chapter.

She was a life member of Morgan State University Alumni Chapter. She was a member of American Legion Randolph Furey Unit #170 Ladies Auxiliary.

Agnes Varie Short-Taylor April 27, 1945

November 23, 2007

Agnes (Aggie) Varie was educated in the public schools of Charles County, graduating from Bel Alton High School in 1963. She received a Bachelor of Arts degree from Morgan State University in 1967 and later received a Master of Arts degree from George Washington University.

Varie taught at T.C. Martin Elementary School in Bryantown, MD, St. Thomas More Elementary School in Washington, DC and Milton Somers Middle School in LaPlata, MD from where she retired in 2000. Varie had a passion for teaching and loved every minute she spent in the classroom.

Aggie was married to Charles Rodney Taylor on April 23, 1969 and they had on son Darryl. Her husband and son where the center of her world.

Her radiant smile and beautiful personality will be remembered by many. She had a warn and quiet spirit and she truly loved her family and friends.

Charles Nathanael Simpson June 25, 1942

August 6, 2008

Barbara Brooks-Williams 1936

March 25, 2009

Charles Simpson was nurtured and raised in St. Mary’s County, MD where he attended the public schools and graduated with honors from George Washington Carver High School.

Charles went on to attend Morgan State University where he earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in 1965 and later attended Southeastern University in Boston, MA where he earned a Master of Arts Degree. He not only achieved these degrees, but did so with honor and recognition, excelling in every subject. After these accomplishments, Charles sat for and passed the examination to receive accreditation as Certified Public Accountant (CPA).

Barbara Brooks “Ya Ya” Williams, 73 of Waldorf died March 21, 2009, at the Tapp family home, Mechanicsville, Va. She was retired and a member of Covenant Point United Methodist Church. She was a member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. She earned a bachelor of arts degree in 1973 from Temple University and a master’s of education in 1977 from Antioch College.

In 1979 Charles married Jackie and they raised three sons, Bruce, Michael and mark with love, affection and guidance instilling in them a strong sense of right an wrong and a love for god, family and church.

She is survived by her son, Darryl S. Williams and his wife, Dorothy Williams; daughter Lisa R. Wright and her husband, Gregory T. Wright Sr., brothers Robert Brooks and Hosea Brooks; sister, Hazel Dollision, grandchildren, Morgan Johnson, Greg Wright Jr., Justis Wright, Justin Skinner and Janea Jackson; and three great-grandchildren.

She was the daughter of the late Robert Brooks and the late Hazel Allen Brooks. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her sister, Antoinette Shirley Colbert.

In Loving Memory of

Mary Priscilla Moore Morgan State University Class of 1970 Morgan State University Alumni Lifetime Member

Congratulations to the Morgan State University Southern Maryland Alumni Chapter On the Occasion of Your Fifteenth Annual Blue and Orange Scholarship Dinner Dance

The Moore & Wheeler Families

In Loving Memory of Our Parents, Brothers and Sisters

~~~~~ Henry Horace Wa ace, Jr. (1977) Margaret Ode a Johnson-Wa ace (1981) Blanche E e Wa ace (1938) James Melvin Wa ace (1960) Dorothy Adelaide Wa ace (1961) Jane Yvonne Wa ace-Butler (1993) Johnson Carro Wa ace (1995) Robert Leon Wa ace (1997) Gladys Evelyn Wa ace-Norris (1999) Raymond Horace Wa ace (2009)

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In Loving Memory of Our Parents

Alfred and Harriett Chapman And Our Brothers and Sister

Jackie, James, George and Mary Ann

Denise Chapman-Barnes Joan Chapman

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Amelia Turner 1934-2021 A loyal alum of Morgan State!

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St. Mary’s County Branch

Freedom Fund

Jazz Brunch

“ Moving Forward Together”- 75th Anniversary of Courage and Strength, the Fight Continues” Bay District Fire Department Social Hall Lexington Park, MD Music by: Casual Groove Jazz Band & Southern MD Mass Choir Catered by: No Limit Catering

Saturday

OCTOBER 1,2022 11:00AM - 2:00PM

Brunch Tickets: $60 Individual Tickets $400 Table of 8 ticket sales end: September 23, 2022

Sponsorship: Gold Sponsor $500.00 Silver Sponsor $300.00 Bronze Sponsor $100.00 Patron $25.00

For tickets & info: Darlene Johnson darlenejohnson2012@gmail.com or Andrea Bowman 240-561-9168 shaushy1258@yahoo.com

www.stmarysnaacp.org facebook.com/stmarysnaacp7025 Twitter.com/@StMarysNAACP

KNIGHTS OF ST. JOHN INTERNATIONAL SACRED HEART CATHOLIC CHURCH COMMANDERY NO. 309 LA PLATA, MD

CONGRATULATIONS MORGAN STATE UNIVERSITY SOUTHERN MARYLAND ALUMNI CHAPTER AND 2022 HONOREES!

In Loving Memory of Our Brothers, Lionel Gray, James Briscoe and Reverend Robert S. Pittman Bernard Savoy, President

John Brown, First Vice President Lamont Neal, Treasurer

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Providence-Fort Washington United Methodist Church Kermit C.C. Moore, Pastor Zoom and In-person Worship Service 11:00 a.m. (4th Sundays Youth Sunday) Zoom Sunday School 9:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. (2nd & 3rd Sundays) Zoom Bible Study Wednesdays 12:00 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.

(P) 301- 292-2323 (W) www.pfwumc.org (E) provich@aol.com

Washington DC Metropolitan Area Alumni Chapter

The Members and Officers Of The Washington DC Metropolitan Area Chapter Extend Best Wishes To The Southern Maryland Alumni Chapter For Another Successful Blue & Orange Scholarship Dinner Dance & Awards Program On September 10, 2022

The MSUAA Washington DC Metro Area Alumni Chapter Looking Forward to 2023 & Hope You Will Join Us For: Events Commemorating The 75th Anniversary Of The Chapter’s 1948 Founding Return of the Annual Vestah Blye Scholarship Crab Feast

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Congratulations to the Morgan State Alumni Association on your 15th Annual Scholarship Awards Program

Thank you to the residents of Prince George’s and Charles Counties for giving me the honor to represent you in Annapolis for the past seven years

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“People who are truly strong lift others up, People who are truly powerful bring others together.”

-Michelle Obama Forever First Lady of the United States Rochelle Savoy Class of 2002

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Morgan State University Alumni Office 1700 E. Cold Spring Lane Baltimore, Maryland 21251-0001 (443) 85-3015/3016 Fax: (443) 885-8200

MORGAN NEEDS YOUR SUPPORT JOIN OTHER ALUMNI IN BECOMING A PROUD MEMBER OF THE MORGAN STATE UNIVERSITY NATIONAL ALUMNI ASSOCIATION. THE MSUNAA IS AN ORGANIZATION THAT IS HELPING TO PRESERVE AND STRENGTHEN ALMA MATER FOR GENERATIONS TO COME. Membership in the Morgan State University National Alumni Association is the next best thing to being on

GENERAL MEMBERSHIP CONTRIBUTION ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP - $30.00

LIFE MEMBERSHIP (Payable in four years)

______________$30.00 One (1) Year

___________$50.00 Life Membership Installment

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___________ $75.00 Life Membership Installment __________ $100.00 Life Membership Installment __________$200.00 Life Membership Installment

DONATION/CONTRIBUTION

_________ $400.00 Life Membership, Fully Paid

$____________To help operate the Alumni Association

_________ $600.00 Family Membership, Fully Paid

$____________ Scholarship Fund $____________Alumni House Project $____________ Staff Development

Please bill my ____Master Card ___Visa ___American Express In the amount of ____________________ Credit Card #_______________________ Expiration ______________ Expiration Date___________ Signature__________________________

Please Make Check Payable to MSUNAA Name ____________________________________________________Date_______________ (First) (MI) (Maiden) (Last) Address______________________________________________________________________ City / State _____________________________________________Zip ___________________ Business Name ________________________________________________________________ Home Telephone # __________Business Telephone # _________E-Mail___________________ Social Security Number (For identifier in data base only) _____________Class Year (s) _______ Local Chapter Affiliation ____________________Active___________ Non Active ___________ I am will to assist Morgan as a contact person in the following areas: ________Recruiting Students

______Organizing an Alumni Chapter _______Class Reunions

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Morgan State University Southern Maryland Alumni Chapter MEMBERSHIP APPLICATION FORM DUES: NATIONAL: $35.00, YOU PAY DIRECTLY

CHAPTER DUES: $75.00

July 1 2022 to June 30 2023

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Make check payable to MSUSMAC MAIL CHECKS TO: Joan Chapman 13845 Barnes-Chapman Pl. Waldorf, MD 20601 301-932-7477 Chapmany1946@aol.com **Please indicate committee of interest: Membership

Publication and Public Relations

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NOTE: MEETNG DATES, TIME AND LOCATION TO BE ANNOUNCED. MEMBERSHIP CHAIRMAN: Victor D. Watson (70) 12900 Argyle Circle Fort Washington, MD 20744 301-203-7147 (H) 202-215-3656 (C) watson1220@aol.com Committee:

Lori Butler-Harris (87), Dr. Delores Countiss-Datcher (67), Robert Riddick (75)

The Alma Mate Fair Morgan, we love thee, so tried and so true Our hearts at thy name thrill with pride We owe thee allegiance, we pledge thee our faith, A faith that will ever abide. ~ ~ Chorus ~~ We pledge thee our love; we pledge thee our faith, Whatever the future may bring.

And thus our devotion, delity too, And homage we pay as we sing.

Fair Morgan, as onward the years quickly y, And thou livest in memory sweet.

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