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

15th Annual

BLUE AND ORANGE SCHOLARSHIP DINNER DANCE AND AWARDS PROGRAM

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 10, 2022

GREATER WALDORF JAYCEES

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

President 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

Corresponding Secretary

Gloria Savoy savoy14113@hotmail.com

301-535-1166

Historian Thomas Datcher Rcd1971@aol.com

301-848-2028

Chaplain Delores Datcher cddatcher@gmail.com

301848- 6990

September 10, 2022

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.

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

Warm Regards, Denise

Barnes

Denise Barnes

Past President

P.O. Box 1404 | Waldorf, MD 20604-1404 | msusma.org

DINNER MENU

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 and Celebration Cake

Rainbow Sherbet

Beverages

Regular and Decaffeinated Coffee, Hot or Iced Tea

*Cash Bar

Welcome

Invocation

PROGRAM

Ms. Rochelle Savoy – Presiding 6th President of MSUSMAC

Mrs. Denise Barnes, 5th President

Dr. Delores Datcher, Chaplain

Dinner is Served

Recognition of Special Guests

Special Recognition

Recognition of Scholarship Recipients

Presentation of the 2022 Honorees of the Year

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

Special Presentation

Acknowledgements & Closing Remarks

Benediction

Alma Mater

Music Provided by: Shawn DJ “Redboy” Coates

Ms. Rochelle Savoy

Rev. George DeFord, 1st President

Mr. Shawn Coates, Scholarship Chairman

Mr. Wayne Barnes, 2nd President

Ms. Rochelle Savoy

Ms. Rochelle Savoy

Dr. Delores Datcher

MORGAN STATE UNIVERSITY SOUTHERN MARYLAND

CHAPTER MEMBERSHIP

President, Rochelle Savoy

Treasurer, Victor Watson

Chapter Officers

Vice President, Denise Chapman-Barnes*

Financial Secretary, Joan Chapman

Recording Secretary, Janice Cooper

Historian, Thomas Datcher*

Corresponding Secretary, Gloria Savoy

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*

* Former President

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. Everard involved himself in various 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 Post #220 and once served as Past 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.

VERA WALTON MERRITT

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.

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

System for eight years, Vera relocated to Los Angeles, California and was immediately hired by the Los Angeles Unified 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

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 find someone that is as: sincere warm-hearted dedicated to hardworking unselfish 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”.

R. OWEN JOHNSON, JR.

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 official opening of a new facility two years earlier than had been projected.

Maryland. Born to an itinerant pastor and accountable, responsible, and empathetic

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).

Marlboro, MD and received his BS degree (UMES). Owen received a master’s degree graduated from the United States Sergeants they have helped others including a stint returned to the United States, Owen Public Schools where he progressed Vice Principal, Dean of Academic and Dance and Interscholastic Athletic

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.

Prince George’s County and did not George’s County Public Schools Board of Chairperson. For eight years, he chaired Schools. He is a member of the Board board member of the University System

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 reflection 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.

TERRI LYNN WILLIAMS

Terri Lynn Williams

I live in Prince George’s County, MD and have two daughters sons-in law and a 2 year old granddaughter. I attended University and earned a B.S. Degree in Business Administration Marketing. I am proud that my daughters and I are alumni Historically Black College/University.

My attraction to empowering others around me with electoral process began in high school and was further during my college years. Giving my time, commitment, others around me (in the community, family or friends) them to make our communities better and stronger me.

General Member, Branch Secretary, Third Vice President, Freedom Fund Chairperson, First Vice President, Civic Engagement Chairperson and Voter Empowerment Co-Chair. In my role as Voter Empowerment Chair, I organized the Get Out the Vote activities and managed community telephone banks to remind residents in Prince George’s County to vote. I also organized candidate forums for the community to meet the candidates running for the offices of Governor, Lt. Governor, Congress, State Senators and Delegates, County Council and School Board Members. I also coordinated with the Prince George’s County School Board members to meet with High School Seniors in the school system to inform them on the importance of voting.

I served the Prince George’s County Branch of the NAACP years in various capacities. I have held the following Member, Branch Secretary, Third Vice President, Freedom Chairperson, First Vice President, Civic Engagement Chairperson

I live in Prince George’s County, MD and have two daughters, two sons-in law and a 2 year old granddaughter. I attended Fayetteville University and earned a B.S. Degree in Business Administration and Marketing. I am proud that my daughters and I are alumni of a Historically Black College/University.

My passion for providing information led to my volunteering with the Prince George’s County Board of Elections as a certi fi ed Voter Registration Volunteer Trainer. In this role, I trained volunteers to provide Voter Registration to non- voters. Currently, I am serving as the Alternate Democrat Board Member on the Prince George’s County Board of Elections.

In my role as Voter Empowerment Chair, I organized the Get activities and managed community telephone banks to remind residents in Prince George’s I also organized candidate forums for the community to meet the candidates running for the Governor, Lt. Governor, , State Senators and Delegates, County Council and School Members. I also coordinated with the Prince George’s County School Board members to meet School Seniors in the school system to inform them on the importance of voting.

Voter Empowerment Co

My attraction to empowering others around me with regards to the electoral process began in high school and was further developed during my college years. Giving my time, commitment, and skill to others around me (in the community, family or friends) to empower them to make our communities better and stronger is rewarding to me.

I am a member of the Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. – Iota Gamma Omega Chapter of Prince George’s County, Maryland. As a member of the sorority, I have dedicated the last 27 years of continuous service to all mankind. During this tenure, I have coordinated activities on the chapter, state and regional level.

Finally, I am a proud member of the Friendship Baptist Church, located in

My passion for providing information led to my volunteering with the Prince George’s County Elections as a certified Voter Registration Volunteer Trainer. In this role, I train ed volunteers Voter Registration to non- voters. Currently, I am serving as the Alternate Democrat Board Prince George’s County Board of Elections.

I am a member of the Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. Iota Gamma Omega Chapter of Prince County, Maryland. As a member of the sorority continuous all mankind. During this tenure, I have coordinated activities on the chapter, state and regional

I served the Prince George’s County Branch of the NAACP for over 20 years in various capacities. I have held the following offices:

Finally, I am a proud member of the Friendship Baptist Church

DR. LINDA W. LYMAS

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 first delegation of high school students from the Baltimore Metropolitan Area to travel to Odessa (Ukraine) in the U.S.S.R.

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 first African American female to serve in the position.

Under her leadership, Great Mills High School was the first 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

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 first 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 Certificate, George Washington

ALUMNUS OF THE YEAR

DENISE BARNES

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.

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 reflected 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

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 influence 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.

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

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. .

Hooding for the Honorary Doctorate Receipt of the Honorary Doctorate Plaque

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

2010

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

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

2014

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

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

Congratulations Dearest Auntie Vera Walton Merritt

R ecognition for Community Service

Morgan State University

Southern Maryland Alumni Chapte r

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

With love from your nieces and nephews, Melody Garrett, Karen, Eric & Jeffrey Johnson, Corey & Queena W alton, Et Al

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

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

15th Annual Blue and Orange Scholarship Dinner & Awards Program

Saturday, September 10, 2022

Congratulations Dr. Linda Lymas

St. Mary’s County Honoree of the Year

For Outstanding Community Service

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

Linda & Son Justin

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!

Wayne Barnes Husband MSU Class of 1971

Love,

Joan Chapman Sister MSU Class of

1967

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

DIAMOND

(Contribution of $75-$99)

Excetral K. Caldwell, ESQ

Jannie Moore Goldston, MSU, Class ’54

Wesley Miller

Leon C. Staton, University of North Carolina, ΚΑΨ

Estella M. Thomas

Kesia Wheeler

Victor D. Watson, Morgan State University (70), ΚΑΨ

GOLD

(Contribution of $50-$75)

Thelma Young Ford

Dr. A. J. Christy Wright

Congratulations to Terri L. Williams

From Karleen & Catherine Powell

SPONSORSHIP

SILVER

(Contribution of $25-$49)

Deborah Lyons

Natalie McCuiston

Carol & Lynwood Reid

Bernard Savoy - Class of 1975

Gloria E. Savoy - Class of 1974

Dr. Bea Tignor

Congratulations to Honoree Terri Williams

Sunshine Associates - Jacqueline Wood

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)

Walter L. Mathis

The Family

Priscilla Moore

Sydney Moore Jr.

Kesia Wheeler

Bernard and Margaret Munson

John and Agnes Savoy

Margot Savoy

Priscilla Savoy – ’77

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, III

James B. Coates

Veronica E. Johnson Coates

Shawn Coates

William A. Richardson

In Memory

Forever in our Hearts

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. 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.

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.

Charles Nathanael Simpson

June 25, 1942

August 6, 2008

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)

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.

Barbara Brooks-Williams

1936 March 25, 2009

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.

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.

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.

In Loving Memory

of Our Parents, Brothers and Sisters

Henry Horace Walace, Jr. (1977)

Margaret Odela Johnson-Walace (1981)

Blanche Effie Walace (1938)

James Melvin Walace (1960)

Dorothy Adelaide Walace (1961)

Jane Yvonne Walace-Butler (1993)

Johnson Carrol Walace (1995)

Robert Leon Walace (1997)

Gladys Evelyn Walace-Norris (1999)

Raymond Horace Walace (2009)

With Love,

Margaret Irene Walace-Bond

Theresa Ann Walace-Johnson

In Loving Memory of

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

Kermit C.C. Moore, Pastor

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

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

Delegate Susie Procto

Forever First Lady of the United States

Class of 2002

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

-Michelle Obama

Rochelle Savoy

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)

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DONATION/CONTRIBUTION

$400.00 Life Membership, Fully Paid

$____________To help operate the $600.00 Family Membership, Fully Paid Alumni Association

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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

NAME MAIDEN NAME

ADDRESS CITY_ STATE ZIP CODE

PHONE (HOME) WORK CELL

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MAIL CHECKS TO: Joan Chapman 13845 Barnes-Chapman Pl. Waldorf, MD 20601 301-932-7477

Chapmany1946@aol.com

**Please indicate committee of interest:

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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 Mater

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, fidelity too, And homage we pay as we sing.

Fair Morgan, as onward the years quickly fl y, And thou livest in memory sweet. We bring thee our laurels whatever they be, And lay them with joy at thy feet.