2024 MSU SMAC BODD Program

HISTORY OF THE SOUTHERN MARYLAND ALUMNI CHAPTER During the summer of 2004, Rev. Dr. George F. 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. Dr. George F. 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, Rev. Dr. George F. 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

ALUMNI ASSOCIATION SOUTHERN MARYLAND ALUMNI CHAPTER

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ALUMNI ASSOCIATION SOUTHERN MARYLAND ALUMNI CHAPTER

President Robert L. Riddick Robert_rid@msn.com 301-752-4512 Vice President Denise Chapman-Barnes somerscounselor@aol.com 301-502-6479 Treasurer Victor D. Watson Watson1220@aol.com 202-215-3656 Financial Secretary Joan Chapman Chapmany1946@aol.com 301-643-6340 Recording Secretary Janice Cooper Janice.w.cooper4.cly@gmail.com

301-922-5195 Corresponding Secretary Gloria Savoy Savoy14113@hotmail.com 301-535-1166 Historian Rev. Dr. George F. DeFord secgensig@yahoo.com 301-980-5378 Chaplain C. Sylvia Proctor csproctor@hotmail.com 301-609-0379

September 14, 2024 Greetings Morganities, Family, Supporters, and Friends, I extend a warm and heartfelt welcome to each of you as we gather to commemorate the 17th Annual Blue and Orange Scholarship Dinner Dance and Award Program. This program is a significant occasion where we honor the remarkable individuals in the Southern Maryland Community who are making a positive impact. We also celebrate the students who have chosen to pursue higher education at what we fondly refer to as the National treasure, Morgan State University.

To our distinguished honorees, your unwavering dedication to serving your communities is truly commendable. Your exemplary leadership and unwavering commitment are an inspiration to us all. To our Scholarship Student Recipients, we congratulate you and wish you success in all your future endeavors.

May you relish this evening of acknowledgment and festivity.

As a chapter, we are proud to give back to the community by awarding scholarships to prospective Morgan State University students from Southern Maryland. Through health-related outreach initiatives and collaborations with organizations such as the Patuxent Environmental and Aquatic Research Laboratory (PEARL), we remain steadfast in our commitment to our mantra: "Come Back-Give Back." Our mission is to continue providing support to our Alma Mater and the communities in which we reside and work.

Thank you for your steadfast support of the Southern Maryland Alumni Chapter of Morgan State University.

Sincerely,

Robert L. Riddick

Robert L. Riddick, MBA, MIS, and MS. National Resources Strategy Chapter President Class of 1975

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MORGAN STATE UNIVERSITY SOUTHERN MARYLAND CHAPTER MEMBERSHIP Chapter Officers President, Robert L. Riddick

Treasurer, Victor D. Watson

Vice President, Denise Chapman-Barnes*

Financial Secretary, Joan Chapman

Recording Secretary, Janice Cooper

Corresponding Secretary, Gloria Savoy

Historian, Rev. Dr. George F. DeFord *

Chaplain, C. Sylvia Proctor

Chapter Members Ashford, Jane Clark Barnes, Wayne * Blackwell, Elaine Boyd, Phillip Brookes, Marshall Butler, Brenee Coates, Shawn Cooksey, Nicole Davis, Thais Datcher, Delores Dr. Datcher, Thomas * DeFord, Lila DeShields, Denise Dillard, Candace Edwards, Charles

Elliott, Robin Gray, Michelle Harris, Lori Butler Howard, Cecelia Johnson, Theresa Jones, Felicia Jones, Joan Kearney, Tina Larkins, Michelle Martin, Robert Dr Mathis, Adrianne Mathis, Elfreda Merritt, Vera Moore, Jocelyn Powell, Karleen

Reeves, Rosalee Savoy, Bernard Savoy, Rochelle * Scott, LaVerne Short, Jane Short, Tammy Sims, Michelle Smith, James Teh, Gabriella Walthour, Janice Dr. Watson, Vincent G. Wheeler, Keisa Wills, Matthews N Young Jr., William *

* Former President

P.O. Box 1404 | Waldorf, MD | 20604-1404 | MSUSMA.ORG

MSUSMAC At Work

DINNER MENU Salad Tossed Green Salad Choice of Ranch or Italian Dressing Entrée Southern Maryland Fried Chicken Baked Glazed Salmon Fresh Vegetable Medley Oven Roasted Potatoes Dinner Rolls & Butter Dessert Rainbow Sherbet Beverages Regular and Decaffeinated Coffee, Hot or Iced Tea *Cash Bar

PROGRAM Mr. Robert L. Riddick – Presiding 7th President of MSUSMAC

Welcome

Mr. Robert L. Riddick, 7th President

Invocation

Ms. C. Sylvia Proctor, Chaplain Dinner is Served

Recognition of Special Guests

Mr. Robert L. Riddick

Recognition of Scholarship Recipients

Rev. Dr. George F. DeFord/Shawn Coates

Presentation of the 2024 Honorees of the Year

Mrs. Denise Barnes, Vice President, 5th President

Mrs. Louvenia L. Banks., Calvert County Mrs. Toyketa C. Webb, Charles County Mr. Andre D. Nottingham, Prince George’s County Mr. Daryl T. Hinmon, St. Mary’s County

Acknowledgements & Closing Remarks

Mr. Robert L. Riddick

Benediction

Ms. C. Sylvia Proctor

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

HONOREE

MRS. LOUVENIA L. BANKS

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Louvenia Lockes Banks is a retired educator of 37 years with Calvert County Public Schools, and was an adjunct professor for Sojourner Douglass College for 7 years prior to her retirement. Her passion for teaching began as an early teen. After being retired for 2 years and having such a love for children, joy in witnessing a child learn and for serving her community; she was privileged to reopened the East- John Youth Center Homework Program in the 2015/2016 School Year (to facilitate growth and learning for the children) ,where she still serves as program director and coordinator.

She looks forward to continuing to have a positive impact on the children’s growth with amazing, dedicated and warm hearted retired teachers and community volunteers. She serves in a leadership capacity (2018 to Present) as President of East-John Youth Center, Inc. with an unwavering drive and commitment to “getting it done” through a team collaborative approach.

In addition, she has also served as the President of the Calvert Education Association (CEA) for 2 years, formerly a Representative for the Lusby Charge (Eastern UMC and St. John UMC) of the Tobacco and

Cancer Coalition with the Calvert County Health Department at Calvert Hospital. Mrs. Banks was also a Volunteer with the American Cancer Society as well as the Calvert Relay for Life for many years since her diagnosis and recovery in 1994. She has also Coordinated the Maryland Food Bank Food Drive for the Lusby Charge and East-John Youth Center (EJYC), in addition to serving as Church Council Chairman of the Board of Eastern United Methodist Church for the past 10 Years (since 2014).

Mrs. Banks is also a Founding Member of the Maryland Chapter of American Mothers Inc. established in 2013. She has remained a member of the American Mothers Inc. organization, a prestigious organization that “educates, inspires, and recognizes mothers through programs that teach, support, and honor moms, empowering them to positively impact their families and communities”, and gained National recognition as the Maryland Mother of Achievement in 2019 for her years of service and outreach in the community. It was also there at the 2019 National Convention where she also joined an elite group of women on the National level and became a Life Member.

She obtained her Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education from Coppin State College in 1976 and her Masters of Science in February 1982 from George Washington University. She is a life-long resident of Calvert County, Maryland and when she is not busy looking out for family, seniors, sick and shutins, neighbors, church family and friends, she can be found communicating verbally or spending time with her children.

Now retired she is just as busy as she was when she was working, but remaining involved and in touch with the community has always been and will continue to be a passion and priority to her. A woman of Faith and Strength; God, family, and service are what ll her heart as all who know her will attest to.

HONOREE

MRS. TOYKETA C. WEBB

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Toyketa Webb, native of Charles County, Maryland has dedicated her career to serving families and children in the community. She is the wife of Kiante Webb Sr. for 17 years and mother to 3 children Kianna (Graduate of Delaware State University), Karma and Kiante Jr. She attended Charles County Public Schools and graduated from Maurice J. McDonough High School in 1997.

She pursued her A.A. Degree in Primary Education at College of Southern Maryland and then transferred to Delaware State University. While attending McDonough High School she was awarded 4 State Championships in softball.

Ms. Webb initiated her career working with Southern Maryland Community Action as a Head Start Teacher, where she progressed to the position of Family Services Coordinator. This experience inspired her to pursue a career focused on supporting children and families within the community. She spent over 18 years working with families facing various challenges, including health issues, housing, mental health, and disabilities, in Head Start Programs across Fairfax County, Falls Church and Prince George’s County. Ms. Webb returned to Charles County and took on the role of College and Career Counselor at Westlake High School.

In 2021 Ms. Webb came back to Charles County where she currently serves as the College and Career Counselor at Westlake High School. She is superb in her profession and plays such an integral role in the lives of students at Westlake High School. She goes above and beyond in the care and dedication that she has made on numerous students who have now gone on to excel in college, universities, military and the professional workforce. The role that she plays in cultivation and changing the trajectory of thousands of students is often behind the scenes and done in such a sel ess manner; however, the impact that she makes on a daily basis is hard to quantify. In addition to the phenomenal work ensuring students are attentive, educated, and highly competitive

in applying to scholarships she has built and cultivated phenomenal relationships with a plethora of Community stakeholders within Charles County, each year, she coordinates Senior Portfolio where professionals from the community interview, mentor and engage with students to help re ne and sharper interview and presentation skills before graduation. This would not be possible without the innate ability that Mrs. Webb has in building and strengthening outstanding community relationships with businesses and legislatives in the region.

Mrs. Webb’s leadership re ects highly upon Westlake High School, Charles County Public Schools and the entire Southern Maryland Region. In the 3 years that Ms. Webb has worked at Westlake High School she has transformed the College and Career Center into a place of blossoming. In 2023 Westlake High had the most applicants and winners for the Alfred Street Baptist Church Scholarship Foundation. In the DMV Westlake had 14 winners. According to representatives this was the rst year that Westlake High School student had participated. (Scholarships ranged from 1,000-5,000) Ms. Webb has worked with several local and in state colleges and universities to build enrollment. This year students were able to attend eld trips to Salisbury University, Howard University, University of Maryland Eastern Shore, John Hopkins, St. Mary’s College. 60 students were also able to attend Morgan State University for “Explore Morgan Day” Ms. Webb has also had the most applicants for the Charles County Scholarship Fund for 2023 and 2024, with 2024 receiving the most money in the County from the Scholarship fund.

As we all know everyone’s path is not to attend college.

Ms. Webb ensures that every student has a post-secondary plan that ts them. Working with local military branches students can take the ASVAB assessment twice a year for free. Ms. Webb has also established tutoring for students that need extra help in various area of the assessment. For students that are wishing to go straight to the work force Ms. Webb works with local partners and business for on-the-spot interviews. Students are also able to interview for various positions during school hours for Ledo’s pizza, Burn Box Pizza, Chick l- la, Charles County Public Schools, Parks and Recreation, SMECO, 602 apprenticeships etc. This year Ms. Webb also partnered with the local Chick l-la to give each student accepted in college, military enlistment of job offers free meals. Students also work closely with Ms. Webb to ensure they stay on track with post-secondary plans by using a new curriculum -Xello 9-12th grade. Ms. Webb nds so much joy in seeing students succeed and work hard for their goals.

In her free time Ms. Webb stays busy with her 2 younger children who both play travel basketball, and ag football. Ms. Webb enjoys giving back to the community that has given her so much. Charles County will always be my home and I have always been honored to work with our youth in this community. They are our future.

HONOREE

MR. ANDRE D. NOTTINGHAM

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Mr. Andre D. Nottingham is a seasoned higher education administrator and nonpro t executive with over 30 years of experience managing, directing, and supervising programs and units in institutions of higher education. Mr. Nottingham also has thirteen years of experience as Co-Founder and Executive Director of a Youth Development 501 (c)three nonpro t organization in Prince George’s County, Maryland. Alliance for Innovation in Education has a mission to “empower young people in the present and future.” AIE has a veprong approach to assisting young people: Academic Preparation; Health/Wellness/Movement; Job Training and Readiness; Financial Literacy and Entrepreneurship.

AIE has received funding from local sources to establish multiple innovative initiatives such as: Youth Technology Immersion Program (Summer, eight weeks); 3-D Printing workshop; Financial Literacy workshops (eight weeks on Saturdays); STEM Camps in conjunction with Prince George’s Community College (summer); etc.

AIE has been a member of the National Football Foundation for years and has been promoting student-athletes from Prince George’s County and being recognized through the National Capital region chapter in which he serves as a Board member. AIE has sponsored one $1,000 scholarship annually to be awarded to a student-athlete from Prince George’s County.

Presently, Mr. Nottingham serves as Assistant Director, Program Development and Advancement at the Nyumburu Cultural Center at the University of Maryland, College Park. In this role Mr. Nottingham has led the advancement/fundraising effort for the Nyumburu Cultural Center (Black Cultural Center). Mr. Nottingham has collaborated with Alumni Affairs, University Relations, University of Maryland College Park Foundation and University Development of ces to help to raise awareness, collegiality, and nancial resources for the Nyumburu Cultural Center.

Mr. Nottingham possesses multiple years of experience working in the nancial services industry with companies such as New York Life, Mass Mutual Life Insurance, AIG, and AXA Financial. The goal was to collaborate with clients to protect their nancial assets while planning for their nancial future (life insurance, annuities, investments, and long-term care).

Mr. Nottingham previously managed, directed and supervised federally funded TRIO projects designed to assist primarily low-income and rst-generation populations to plan and prepare for education beyond high school. From 2008 – 2012, Mr. Nottingham served as Director, University of Maryland – Educational Talent Search Program managed the daily operations of a project that assisted 500+ youth annually in Prince George’s County Public Schools to plan and prepare for education beyond high school. From 2002 – 2008 Mr. Nottingham served as Associate Director of the University of Maryland – Educational Opportunity Center which assisted 1000+ adult learners to either connect or re-connect to higher education options and opportunities.

Prior to working at the University of Maryland he worked at The Catholic University of America, and the University at Albany (New York).

Mr. Nottingham was born and raised in Haverstraw and Spring Valley, New York (Rockland County). He graduated from Ramapo Senior High School in Spring Valley, New York. He went on to matriculate at Western Connecticut State University in Danbury, CT, he subsequently transferred to the State University of New York, College at Buffalo after his rst year. Mr. Nottingham earned a dual bachelor’s degree in economics and business, and a master’s degree in Higher Education Administration from the State University of New York, College at Buffalo. Mr. Nottingham has pursued graduate studies at a couple of institutions: most recently at Morgan State University in Baltimore, MD in the doctoral program in Higher Education Administration.

Mr. Nottingham has resided in Fort Washington since 1994. He is married to Stephanie Nottingham, and has two young adults, Andre D. Nottingham II, and Nia S. Nottingham. Both children attended public schools in Prince George’s County, MD. Andre II is a graduate of Morgan State University where he earned a bachelor’s degree in industrial engineering. Nia is a junior Architecture major at an institution of higher education in Maryland.

Mr. Nottingham had been involved with the Parent Teacher Student Association (PTSA) at each of the schools in which his children were enrolled. Serving as the PTSA President at John Hanson Montessori School in 2008 – 2010.

Mr. Nottingham has been heavily involved in the community through involvement with numerous organizations. A proud member of Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc.; a member of Ebenezer AME Church in Fort Washington; a member of the Prince George’s Chamber of Commerce 2013 – 2020; a member of SCEDA from 2015 – 2017; and a Notary Public since 2002. Mr. Nottingham ran for School Board District 8 and County Council District 8. Governor Paris Glendening appointed Mr. Nottingham to serve on the Citizen Review Board for Children #6 working diligently on out of court cases for youth in the foster care system. Mr. Nottingham is also a member of the NAACP. In 2020, Mr. Nottingham ran unsuccessfully for Maryland State Delegate, District 26.

HONOREE

MR. DARYL T. HINMON countless history books written by or about the history Africans and African Americans. Realizing the importance of ‘knowledge of self’ and the vast magnitude of African Americans who were unable to bene t from it, Daryl wrote and published two Black History books: Black Gold: Remarkable Achievements of Formerly Enslaved African Americans and Slaves With Swag: The Negroes Your History Teacher Forgot To Mention. Daryl has sold over 10,000 copies of his books and more importantly played a role in introducing thousands of young and old Black minds to their true history.

Mr. Hinmon is also the owner and Head Coach of the Knowledge Boxing Center in St. Mary's County where he dedicates his time and energy to provide Southern Maryland residents a safe place where they can improve their mind, body and spirit through the sport of boxing. The Knowledge Boxing Center opened in 2013 and since that time has served as a positive outlet for negative energy for thousands of St. Mary’s, Calvert and Charles County residents. Since its inception the Knowledge Boxing Center has produced 8 Golden Glove Champions out of St. Mary’s County and currently promotes two professional ghters.

Daryl has been married to his wife Linda for 21 years and has three children.

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Mr. Daryl T. Hinmon was born and raised in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania where he was educated by the city’s school district. He attended the prestigious Central High School of Philadelphia. Central is the only high school chartered to issue Bachelor Degrees to its top performing graduates, which Daryl earned in 1992.

After earning his Bachelors of Arts Degree at Central, Daryl enrolled in a full-time Bachelor of Science program at the mighty Morgan State University in Baltimore, Maryland.

Daryl majored in Business Management and completed the program in 4 years with a 3.86 Grade Point Average (GPA).

He earnestly was on the Morgan’s Dean List all semesters, earned various academic awards and graduated with honors in 1996. Upon graduation from Morgan, Daryl started a career with the Department of the Navy, where he has been employed for the last 27 years. He received the Secretary of the Navy Fellowship award earning a summa cum laude Master's Degree in Business Management in 2000. He is currently the Lead Business Financial Manager for the Maritime Patrol & Reconnaissance Program Of ce where he manages a $3B budget for the Navy.

Mr. Hinmon has always been an extensive reader and over the years has obtained 'knowledge of self' by reading

Morgan State UniversityMSUSMAC Southern Maryland Alumni Chapter HALL OF FAME HALL OF FAME

2006 Honorees Pearl Thompson-Furey George Forrest Rev. George DeFord, Alumnus of the Year ______________ Scholarship Recipients Sharrie Cutchemember, Great Mills High School Parrisa Scott, McDonough High School __________________________ 2007 Honorees Dr. Tonja Ringgold Dr. Shahza Somerville Hope Kent, Alumnus of the Year _____________ Scholarship Recipients Ashley Gaskins, McDonough High School Eugene Smith, Lackey High School ______________________________________________ 2008 Honorees Girard Myers Muriel Sweatt Dr. Janice Talbert-Walthour Leroy Battle Wayne Barnes, Alumnus of the Year ________________ Scholarship Recipients Jamal Briggs, Crossland High School Rodney Price, McDonough High School Shanaye Dreher, Friendly Highs School _____________________________________________ 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 Scholarship Recipients Arnolia, Oxon Hill High School Michael Michael Arnolia, Oxon Hill High School Amber Baker, Forestville Military Academy Amber Baker, Forestville Military Academy Imani Brown, Oxon Hill School Imani Brown, OxonDouglass Hill School Jasmine Davis, Frederick High School JasmineEricka Davis,Kemp, Fredrick Douglass School Westlake HighHigh School Ericka Kemp, Westlake High School David Roberts, North Point High School David Roberts, North Point High School __________________________________ __________________________________ 2012 Honorees 2012 DeniseHonorees Chapman-Barnes C.Chapman-Barnes Sylvia Proctor Denise J. Blaine C. Sylvia Somerville Proctor MD Delegate, L. Bohanan, Jr. J. BlaineJohn Somerville 29B,John St. Mary’s County MDDistrict Delegate, L. Bohanan, Jr. Rochelle Savoy, of the Year District 29B, St.Alumnus Mary’s County Rochelle Savoy, Alumnus of the Year _________________________ _________________________ Scholarship Recipients Scholarship Recipients James Bell, Westlake High School James Bell, Westlake HighHigh School Alicia Ahl, Henry E. Lackey School Alicia Beckford, Ahl, Henry E. Lackey HighHigh School Jordan Henry E. Lackey School Jordan Akeem Beckford, Henry E. Oxon Lackey High School Stephenson, Hill School Akeem Stephenson, Oxon Hill HillSchool School Michael Richter, Oxon Michael Richter, Oxon School Kiante Bush, Oxon HillHill High School Kiante Bush, Oxon Hill High School _______________________________________ _______________________________________ 2013 Honorees 2013 Judge Sheila R. Tillerson Adams Honorees MD State Delegate James E.Adams Proctor Jr. Judge Sheila R. Tillerson 27, Prince George’s County MDDistrict State Delegate James E. Proctor Jr. Doris W. Hall County District 27, Prince George’s Doris W. Thomas M. Datcher, Jr.,Hall Alumnus of the Year Thomas M.________________________ Datcher, Jr., Alumnus of the Year __________________________________ Scholarship Recipients Scholarship Recipients Layla Ali, North Point High School Layla Ali,Allen, NorthWestlake Point High School Sabrina High School Sabrina Westlake NiajahAllen, Layton, PotomacHigh HighSchool School Niajah Offei, Layton, Potomac High SchoolHigh Priscilla Maurice J. McDonough Priscilla Offei,Watson, Maurice J. McDonough Dominique Gwynn Park HighHS HS Dominique Watson, Gwynn Park High HS _____________________________________ _________________________________ 2014 2014 Honorees Dr. KeltonHonorees Clark, Calvert County Dr. Kelton Clark, Calvert County Rosemary Pickeral-Brown, Charles County Rosemary Pickeral-Brown, Charles County Leon Thornton, Charles County Leon Thornton, Charles County M. Elaine Blackwell, Prince George’s County M. Elaine Blackwell, Prince George’s County Marshall Brookes, St. Mary’s County Marshall Brookes, St. Mary’s County Nathaniel Scroggins, St. Mary’s County Nathaniel Scroggins, St. Mary’s County Patricia Farmer, Alumnus of the Year Patricia Farmer, Alumnus of the Year _________________________ ____________________________________ Scholarship Recipients Scholarship Recipients Zaysha Waters, North Point High School Zaysha Waters, North Point High School Ra’Kecia Page, North Point High school Ra’Kecia Page, North Point High school _____________________________________ ____________________________________________ 2015 2015 Honorees Honorees CarolynW. W.Colvin Colvin Carolyn Anthony“Tony” “Tony”Covington Covington Anthony TroyD.D.Berry Berry Troy -------------------------------------______________________________________________ Scholarship Recipients Jai Scholarship Horsey, Northern High School Recipients Cassharie Waters, North High PointSchool High School Jai Horsey, Northern GeorgeWaters, Swann, North North Point Point High High School Cassharie School AniyaSwann, Brown,North NorthPoint PointHigh High School School George Tyrone Shaw,North NorthPoint PointHigh HighSchool School Aniya Brown, Andre Nottingham, High School Tyrone Shaw, NorthOxon PointHill 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

Morgan State University Southern Maryland Alumni Chapter

MSUSMAC HALL OF FAME 2015

Honorees Carolyn W. Colvin Anthony “Tony” Covington Troy D. Berry ________________________ Scholarship Recipients i Horsey, Northern High School rie Waters, North Point High School ge Swann, North Point High School a Brown, North Point High School ne Shaw, North Point High School 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 ph Brent, Thomas Stone High School nd Covington, Maurice J. McDonough l Daugherty, Northern High School Mooney, Thomas Stone High School an Queen, Westlake High School ________________________________

2017

Honorees April Ryan Wilson Parran Dr. Robert Martin Karleen Powell Dr. Beatrice Tignor Trisch Smith es Russell Lee, Alumnus of the Year _________________________ Scholarship Recipients

yn Adams, North Point High School an Blackwell, Westlake High School minique Cunningham, North Point dinma Igwe, Henry E. Lackey High ia Kegler, North Point High School yana Metcaff, Thomas Stone High ________________________________

2018 Honorees Rachel Jones, Calvert County

aTasha Briscoe, Charles County Eva Chesley, Charles County nya Rush, Prince George’s County v. Scott Woods, St. Mary’s County awn Coates, Alumnus of the Year

_______________________ Scholarship Recipients rnyes Burton, Thomas Stone High Christian, North Point High School eyah Davis, North Point High School ya McNeil, St. Charles High School nna Mincy, St. Charles High School vin Parker, Friendly High School rater, Bishop McNamara High School cus Smith, Great Mills High School Thompson, North Point High School ha Zarvas, Thomas Stone High School

HALL OF FAME 2019

2023

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

Honorees Rev. Dr. Dana M. Jones Calvert County Kesia Wheeler ,Charles County Rev. Dr. Johnsie W. Cogman, Prince George’s County Adrianne Michele Mathis, St. Mary's County ________________________ Scholarship Recipients Majesty Wych, Thomas Stone High School Sydney Baker, Thomas Stone High School Kevin Presley, North Point High School Camdyn Lionel, Frederick Douglass High School Sydney Cooksey, Northern High School Moriyah Davis, Maurice J. McDonough High School Aaron Samuel, St. Charles High School Janihya Jones, St. Charles High School _____________________________________

Malissa Moore, Great Mills High School

2024

Kennedy Sampson, Elizabeth Seton High School

Honorees

Daryl Stickland, Jr., North Point High School ______________________________________

2022

Louvenia Banks, Calvert County Toyketa C. Webb, Charles County Andre Nottingham, Prince George’s County

Honorees Everard Johnson Sr., Calvert County Vera Walton Merritt, Charles County R.Owen Johnson, Prince George's County Terri Lynn Williams, Prince George's County Dr. Linda W. Lymas, St. Mary's County Denise Barnes, Alumnus of the Year ________________________ Scholarship Recipients Charde Burton, Thomas Stone High School Fauziyah Isola, Suitland High School Hermela Demissie, Thomas Stone High School Gary Warner, Henry E. Lackey High School Dalverahia Ortiz, Crossland High School Amara Hill Thomas Stone High School Marc Brice, Henry E. Lackey High School Brianna Bryant, Westlake High School Demetrius Bennett, Thomas Stone High School Ashley Taylor,Westlake High School Eniola Niranoluwa, St. Charles High School

Marcus Hargrove, St. Mary’s Ryken High School

Gary Strother, Maurice J. McDonough High School

Kameryn Robinson, Westlake High School

Jalen Joynes, Westlake High School Alaysha Davis, Great Mills High School Taliyah Washington, Great Mills High School _____________________________________

2023 Honorees Rev. Dr. Dana M. Jones Calvert County Kesia Wheeler ,Charles County Rev. Dr. Johnsie W. Cogman, Prince George’s County

Adrianne Michele Mathis, St. Mary's County ________________________ Scholarship Recipients Majesty Wych, Thomas Stone High School Sydney Baker, Thomas Stone High School Kevin Presley, North Point High School Camdyn Lionel, Frederick Douglass High School Sydney Cooksey, Northern High School Moriyah Davis, Maurice J. McDonough High School

Aaron Samuel, St. Charles High School Janihya Jones, St. Charles High School

Daryl Hinmon, St. Mary’s County ________________________ Scholarship Recipients Xzavier Anderson, North Point High School Jayveon Butler, Thomas Stone High School Hasani Covington, Westlake High School Dakari Garces, North Point High School Nia Gatling, St. Charles High School Taniya Henderson, North Point High School Michael Hines, Westlake High School Aniya Jones, St. Charles High School Jonathan King, Westlake High School Laila Magby, Thomas Stone High School Treasure Magruder, St. Charles High School Erica Nakalembe, St. Charles High School Naika Nicolas, Henry E. Lackey High School Serenity Revell, North Point High School Sanaia Robison, Westlake High School Kyla Smith, North Point High School Naterrah Tyson, St. Mary’s Ryken High School _____________________________________

SCHOLARSHIP FUND

GEORGE F. DEFORD The George F. DeFord Scholarship is named in honor of the charter president of the Southern Maryland Alumni Chapter. The scholarship honors Rev. Dr. DeFord's commitment, service and dedication in establishing the Chapter. Since its inception in 2004, the scholarship program has awarded $150,000.

The scholarship application period is from February 1 - March 31st. recipients are made in May each year.

Noti cations of selected scholarship

We are extremely grateful to the following individuals and organizations that have chosen to honor Rev. Dr. DeFord with a contribution to this fund.

We welcome additional contributions to the fund. Checks should be made payable to MSU-Southern Maryland Alumni Chapter and sent to P.O. Box 1404, Waldorf, Maryland 20604

Donation of $25 - $3000 Julius N. Alexander Kenya Watson Alexander Savion Victor Alexander Saniya Skye Alexander Zion N. Alexander Denise & Wayne Barnes Charles County Sheri Department Joan Y. Chapman Rev. Dr. George F. DeFord Sylvia A. Dessiso Wilma Fanton G.S. Proctor & Associates, Inc. Gar eld and Theresa Johnson Elfreda Mathis Robert L. Riddick and Family Michelle Sims Ernest and Linda Washington Bettie Stone Watson Victor D. Watson Kesia Wheeler A.J."Christy" Wright

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DIAMOND (Contribution of $75-$99)

Rev. Dr. George F. DeFord, Class of 67 Mrs. Jannie Moore Goldston, Class of 54 Congratulations to Andre D. Nottingham, Sr. 2024 MSUSMAC Honoree - Karleen Powell Mr. Robert L. Riddick, Class of 75 Ms. Estella Moore Thomas Ms. Kesia C. Wheeler Fort Washington Alumnae Chapter Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. The Family of Berniece Moore Caldwell

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2 2 St. Mary’s County Honoree of the Year 0 For Outstanding Community Service 0 2 2 4 4 Congratulations Daryl Hinmon !

Morgan State University Class of 1996

Author: Daryl wrote and published two Black History books- Black Gold: Remarkable Achievements of Formerly Enslaved African Americans and Slaves With Swag: The Negroes Your History Teacher Forgot To Mention. Daryl has sold over 10,000 copies of his books and more importantly played a role in introducing thousands of young and old Black minds to their true history.

Owner and Head Coach: Knowledge Boxing Center in St. Mary's County where he and Coach John Richardson dedicate their time and energy to provide Southern Maryland residents a safe place where they can improve their mind, body and spirit through the sport of boxing. Since its inception in 2013 the Knowledge Boxing Center produced eight Golden Glove Champions out of St. Mary’s County and currently promotes two professional fighters.

We appreciate your service to the St. Mary’s County Community !

Fellow Morganites: Elfreda Mathis’67, Janice Walthour’68 and Families

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IN MEMORY OF

In Memory of Ms. Mary Priscilla Moore Class of 1970 From Kesia Wheeler In Memory of Mr. Sydney A. Moore, Jr. From Kesia Wheeler In Memory of Priscilla Savoy Class of 1977 From Gloria Savoy In Loving Memory of Kermit L.H. Moore & C. Alberta Moore From Kermit, Karleen, Jocelyn, Deborah & Stanley In Memory of Roger William Powell, ll From Karleen & Catherine Powell

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

Brenda Joyce DeFord-Ayres December 17, 1946 - April 17, 2000 Class of 1969, BSW, Class 1969, BS,MSW MSW

Siblings: Siblings: Rev. George F. DeFord, Class 1967, BA, M. Ed., M.Div., D. Min. Rev. George F. DeFord, Class 1967, BA, M.Ed., M.Div.,Min. Larry H. DeFord, Class 19741974, BS Larry H. DeFord, Class Dennis DeFord Dennis G.G. DeFord Dianna L. DeFord-Brown, BS, MSW Dianna BSW,MSW TerryL.L.DeFord-Brown, DeFord Terry L. DeFord 23

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 Seventeenth Annual Blue and Orange Scholarship Dinner Dance

The Moore & Wheeler Families

In Loving Memory of Our Parents, Brothers and Sisters

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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.

Remembering Our Departed Chapter Members Sis. Margaret McRae December 23, 1922

April 10, 2020

“God Called. I’m Going Home” The Life of a Virtuous Woman On April 10, 2020 God called Sis. Margaret McRae from her earthly home to her heavenly home. She was born to Lila & Will Coston on December 23, 1922 in Portsmouth, VA. Margaret was the youngest of four siblings, Adeline Ware, Andrew Coston and Romaine Stevenson Bailey all who have preceded her in death.

After the passing of her father, her mother moved to Baltimore, MD where Margaret attended the Baltimore Public Schools and after graduation attended Morgan State University College majoring in Education.

Ms. Mary Amelia Turner December 18,1934

Amelia was a long-time member of St. Matthias Apostle Parish in Lanham Maryland.

She was initiated into Nu Zeta Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Inc in 1984.

She served in many sorority offices which included President. She dearly loved her college alma mater and became very active in the Southern Maryland Chapter of Morgan State University. She felt blessed to have been able to travel to important Christian holy sites in Rome Italy and the Holy Land with her son who was ordained a Permanent Deacon for the Archdiocese of Washington in 2008. She was an avid Washington Redskins (Commanders) and attended every home game with family and friends She worked in the District of Columbia School System for over 41 years. She was preceded in death by her husband Dr. Benjamin Curtis Turner ,Sr. She is survived by her one and only child Deacon Benjamin Curtis Turner, Jr, daughter -in-law and many family and friends of Alpha Kappa Alpha sorority.

Mr. David Pedro Watson September 10,1950

June 7,2021

August 24,2023

Pedro was the fourth of seven children of the late Albert J. and Marie A. Watson.

He grew up in and was educated in Prince George’s County, Maryland. Pedro graduated from Frederick Douglass High School, the Class of 1969 and Morgan State University, the Class of 1973. After college, he entered the government with the U. S. Treasury Department giving a career of 40 years of service in various positions.

Pedro is survived by his wife, Joan Savoy Mason, family Tracy, Fabian and Alexis, three brothers and two sisters. His many joys were playing cards, baseball, basketball, football, motor cycling and his latest venture pickleball.

Ms. Sandra (Sandy) Turner Duckett January 2, 1951

November 3, 2021

Sandra received her primary education in the Charles County Public School system.

She graduated from LaPlata High School in 1969. Her Morgan State years from 1973 to ended in 1977 with a Bachelor ‘s in Business Education. She continued to earn a Master’s degree from Central Michigan University in 1977. Her 39 year Federal Government career included, N.O.S .

Indian Head Maryland, Naval Research Crystal City, U.S. Department of Commerce Washington D.C. In retirement she was able to do reading instruction to individuals with disabilities for the Charles County Literacy Council.

Sandra was a committed supporter for many years of the Scholarship fundraisers efforts of the Local Chapter MSUSMAC. As the oldest in her family, she is remembered as the one to “keep everyone in line“

Ms. Alice Thelma Young Ford May 25,1939

January 25,2024

Thelma was the oldest of four children of Frederick B. and Henrietta Young. She graduated in 1957 as Valedictorian from Banneker High School. She entered Morgan State University on a full scholarship and graduated in 1962 with a degree in Business Education. Thelma married Joseph Mitchell Ford and had one child, Marilyn E. Ford.

She entered the federal government with the U. S. Department Passport and continued her 32 years of government services with positions with U.S. State Department, U.S. Department of Health, Education and Welfare and U.S. Department of Education. When the Southern Maryland Morgan State Alumni Chapter was formed, she was one of the first members. She was a large fundraiser for chapter scholarships.

Thelma is survived by her daughter, Marilyn, sister, brother and a very extensive family.

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The Ladies of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated Morgan State University Southern Maryland Alumni Chapter

CONGRATULATE the 2024 MSUSMAC Honorees

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Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated® Nu Zeta Omega Chapter Congratulates

MORGAN STATE UNIVERSITY ALUMNI ASSOCIATION SOUTHERN MARYLAND ALUMNI CHAPTER ~17th Annual~ Blue & Orange Scholarship Dinner Dance & Awards Program September 14, 2024 As We Honor: Louvenia Banks, Calvert County Toyketa C. Webb, Charles County Andre Nottingham, Prince George’s County Daryl Hinmon, St. Mary’s County

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On Your 17th Annual Blue and Orange Scholarship Dinner Dance Awards Program

Celebrating Alumni Girard W. Myers Class of 1948 * Phi Beta Sigma WW II Veteran United States Navy The Family Edith, Merton, Vernon, Sheila, Jesse, Merton, Jr., and Kathy

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MORGAN STATE UNIVERSITY ALUMNI ASSOCIATION SOUTHERN MARYLAND ALUMNI CHAPTER The Bel Alton High School Alumni Association (BAHSAA), in honor of the surviving teachers at our former high school, congratulates Morgan State University Alumni Association Southern Maryland Chapter on its 17th Annual Scholarship Dinner Dance and Awards Program.

HISTORIC BEL ALTON HIGH SCHOOL (1938 ~ 1965) “Preserving and Sharing the Cultural Heritage of Bel Alton High School and the Black Community It Served in Charles County” Bel Alton High School “Living Legends”

Mrs. Muriel Stewart Sweatt Physical Education 1948 to 1954

Mrs. Cora Mapp Marshall CORE  Reading  English 1951 to 1965

Matthews N. Wills, Chair  T. Jerome Short, Vice Chair Joseph Johnson, Treasurer  Mary E. Whalen, Secretary

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

Congratulates MORGAN STATE UNIVERSITY SOUTHERN MARYLAND ALUMNI CHAPTER And HONOREES! ~ 17th Annual ~ Blue & Orange Scholarship Dinner Dance & Awards Program

Bernard Savoy, President, John Brown, Sr., First Vice President, Joseph Johnson, Second Vice President, Paul Dorsey, Recording Secretary, William Young, Treasurer, Donald Hawkins, Financial Secretary, Trustees Gilbert Bivins, Edward Holland and Paul Short

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Congratulations On your 17th Annual Blue and Orange Scholarship Dinner Dance Awards Program Celebrating more a decade of excellence and contributions to the community and recognizing your humble beginnings in MOREforming THAN the A DECADE EXCELLENCE IN THR14, PURSUIT first local OF alumni chapter on October 2004 OF HIGHER EDUCATION at Metropolitan United Methodist Church under the leadership of Reverend Dr. George F. DeFord. contributions to the University and/or our community.

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Congratulations On your 17th Annual Blue and Orange Scholarship Dinner Dance Awards Program Celebrating more than a decade of excellence in the pursuit of higher education

MORE contributions THAN A DECADE EXCELLENCE IN community.

THR PURSUIT to theOF University and our OF HIGHER EDUCATION

POMONKEY HIGH SCHOOL contributions to the University and/or our community.

ALUMNI ASSOCIATION HOME OF THE “ROARING TIGERS” Philip Thomas, President

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MORGAN STATE UNIVERSITY ALUMNI ASSOCIATION

Congratulations to

Southern Maryland Alumni Chapter on the 17th Annual Blue and Orange Scholarship and Awards Program and to those who are making outstanding contributions to the communities they serve: Louvenia Banks • Calvert County Toyketa C. Webb • Charles County Andre Nottingham• Prince George’s County Daryl Hinmon • St. Mary’s County

Homecoming 2024 Saturday, October 5

Morgan Bears vs. Lincoln Lions, Hughes Stadium Homecoming Host Hotel Hotel Indigo Baltimore $169 per night 855-914-1370 or https://bit.ly/HomecomingHostHotel Additional hotels available www.alumni.morgan.edu Be on the lookout for more information!

2023–2025 MSUAA Executive Board Mr. Michael Bell, ’76, President Ms. Monique Antoine, ’97, 1st VP Ms. Debora Savoy, ’81, 2nd VP Ms. Eboneé Knight, ‘20, Secretary

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TO OUR FRIENDS IN THE SOUTHERN MARYLAND we extend best wishes for another ALUMNI CHAPTER successful blue & orange scholarship WE EXTEND dinner dance & awards program

BEST WISHES FOR ANOTHER SUCCESSFUL BLUE & ORANGE SCHOLARSHIP DINNER DANCE & AWARDS PROGRAM

Congratulations to the Honorees

CONGRATULATIONS

from the members & officers of the TO THE washington dc HONOREES metropolitan area alumni chapter

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Kappa Foundation of Fort Washington KFFW PROMOTING SCHOLASTIC OPPORTUNITIES AND COMMUNITY SERVICE

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Seated: Victor D. Watson, Secretary, Ronald Austin, Treasurer, Rev. Dr. David J. Billings, Arthur R. Bryant, President, Standing L to R, Shawn B. Coates, Director, Terence Matthews, Director, Maynard M. Smith, Director, David P. Baker, Director, Junius T. Hanley, Vice President Not Pictured: Directors, Johnnie T. Osborne, David C. Robinson P.O. Box 44071 Fort Washington, MD 20749 info@kffw.org EIN: 45-4736453

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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, 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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