Alumni News Fall 2004

FEATURE STORY

MSU Alumni House Renovation Morgan’s Alumni House Unveils a New Look and a New Vision

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The Alumni House Restoration Project was designed to make alumni feel connected and welcomed at Morgan State University. Now completed, the project has proven to be a means for strengthening the university's commitment to enhancing the community and advancing the institution.

The Alumni House is located on the southern portion of Morgan’s campus known as the Montebello Complex. The structure originally opened in 1924 as the administrative offices of Sydenham Hospital, Baltimore, Maryland. (continued page 3)

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MSU National Alumni President’s Message

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Dear Fellow Morganites: “Life is like a piano. What you get out of it, depends on how you play it.” This is the most exciting and wonderful time to be an alumnus of Morgan State University. A visit to our campus will make you so proud you went to Morgan. Remember the song?

When was your last visit?

Ella Moultrie Harris President, MSU National Alumni Association

New construction, extensive renovations, and upgrades to the facilities present a very positive image for all to see. The new Alumni House, by distinction, is state-of–the-art. Do come and see for yourself. It is astounding.

As your new president, I am very excited about the first year of our administration. The officers and the National Board of Directors are working diligently on your behalf. We are looking forward to a promising future. We have an excellent Director of Alumni Relations in Mrs. Joyce Brown. Moreover, her staff stands to be commended for all that they do.

This year our membership increased more than any year in the history of our alumni association. On Alumni Day, we had sixty new life members. Extraordinary! Thus, I ask you,“Are you a

member of a chapter? Do you belong to the National Alumni Association?” If we are to keep pace with the growing needs of MSU, each of us must make a financial commitment. An alumnus can give to the Capital Campaign through the MSU Foundation, Inc. It begins with a pledge.

In the meantime, return to the campus . Grace us with your presence at one of its numerous events. Whether it’s a gala, homecoming, class reunion, Alumni Day or just a tour, you will quickly rediscover the bond that exists between you and Morgan. For more information, visit our website at www.morgan.edu or call the Office of Alumni Relations at 443-885-3015.

Forever Morgan, Morgan Forever,

Ella Moultrie Harris President, MSU National Alumni Association

Alumni Day at Morgan 2004 New Life Members.

Class of ’54

Our Alumni Day Awards and Class Reunion Luncheon held in May was an overwhelming success with approximately 350 alumni, family and friends in attendance. This year, those classes ending in “4” and “9” celebrated their reunion. Members of those classes were so excited to see their classmates, some whom had not seen one another since graduating, and found great pleasure in reminiscing about their days at Morgan.

Some classes came out in large numbers, especially members of the Class of 1954 as they celebrated their 50th Anniversary, as well as the Class of 1959 for their 45th reunion. The Class of 1949 is still very active and meets on a regular basis. They, too, participated in the luncheon, and saw this as another opportunity for them to come together as they celebrated their 55th reunion. All of these classes made significant financial contributions to the University. Guests were soothed to the sounds of the MSU Jazz Ensemble and the Morgan State University Choir.

Classes ending in “5” and “0” will celebrate their reunion in 2005. We encourage members of those classes to begin planning for their reunion.

Our 65th Alumni Awards and Class Reunion Luncheon is scheduled for Saturday, May 14, 2005. Please call the Office of Alumni Relations, and we will be happy to assist you in any way that we can.

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Members of the Class of ’49 —(Left to right) Emily Levi Ford, Edith

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Howard Henry, Doris Levi, Dr. Nancy Levi Arnez.

(The three Levi sisters received their degree from Morgan in 1949.)

Updated amenities in Alumni House include hotel-style living accommodations.

At the rear entrance, a new awning has been added.

Renovations to the MSU Alumni House (continued from page 1)

The restoration of the fortyroom, four story, all brick building remains true to its Italianate Renaissance revival architecture, while adding modern amenities to make the building accommodating even to the handicapped.

The plumbing, HVAC, and electric systems have been completely overhauled and stairway towers and a central elevator have been added. The restoration project will serve as a center for alumni activities that include areas and facilities for small group meetings and social functions, a mini-conference

site, and a community out-reach program.

Through funding from NASA, the second floor now features a fully equipped math and science lab. It is here that Morgan alumni will tutor some of Baltimore’s students. The program will exemplify Morgan’s commitment to community service by having our alumni serve as teachers and role models to urban youth.

Serving as a “campus home” for the alumni, the building also houses dining and exercise facilities on the lower level and guest rooms on the third floor.

The first floor has been designed for administrative offices with facilities for hosting small social functions, meetings and conferences.

There is still an opportunity for alumni to participate in this special moment in Morgan history, through either a regular donation or a naming opportunity.

For more information, contact the Office of Alumni Relations at 443-885-3015.

The restored stairwell connects the first and second levels.

“This is a beautiful facility. I am just so pleased with the renovations that have taken place,” says Joyce Brown, director of Alumni Relations. “I think we finally have a facility of which our alumni can be proud and will want to visit.”

—Joyce A. Brown ’86 & ’01 Director of Alumni Relations, MSU & Executive Director of National Alumni Association

The MSU Alumni House dining area provides convenient seating for forty people.

An exercise room keeps alumni fit for their active lifestyles.

Modern conference facilities also serve as a community meeting room.

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Dues Reminder

If you have not yet sent us your 2004-2005 annual dues, we encourage you to do so in order that we might continue our efforts to support the University, its programs, and our students. An investment in your National Alumni Association is an investment in our continued success. We thank you for your support over the years.

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2004 LIFE MEMBERS Brenda M. Bowe-Johnson, ’81 Gwendolyn Smith Brown ’65 Samuel J., Jr., ’67 & Avonnee E. Brown, ’67** Robert P. Bunn, ’67 Denise M. Burton, ’74 Valerie R. Cherry-Jones, ’82 Ralph C. ’71 & Delores C. Cooke, ’64** Chauncy L. Cuffey, ’51 William S. Dickerson, Jr., ’60 Matti F. Dobbs-Mavritte, ’59 Beatrice L. Dunn,’97 Dorothy C. Floyd, ’65 R. Lance Gardner, ’93 Myles E., ’65 & Barbara Harvin Goodson, ’67** Penelope Guess, ’82 Donald S. Hart, ’60 Dorothy Velma Haysel, ’54 Scott Heckstall, ’50 Michelle E. Gibbs Hill, ’83 Timothy Holley, Sr., ’54 Randolph E., ’74 & Brenda J. B. Jews, ’69** Edwin T. Johnson, ’92 & ’03 Sidney O. Johnson, Sr., ’69 James H. Kelly, ’50 Darlene D. Lee, ’75 Jeanette Eady Lloyd, ’62 Etta R. Lyles, ’76 Darnell K. McGavock, ’93 Augustine McGill, ’66 Joseph H., ’75 & ’82 & Deborah L. McIver, ’80** Donald G. Murray, ’65 Ronald C. Owens, ’61 Tina D. Parker, ’97 & ’03 Klondike Potts, ’93 Terraine M. Saunders, ’89 Florence R. Shipman-Gardner, ’68 & ’76 Leroy Simon, ’66 John D. Slade, ’64 Delores Stanton Smith, ’73 Henry E. Smith, ’57 Arlethia Stith-Garrison ’84 Reppard P. Stone, ’52 Yvette E. Taylor-Hachoose, Esq. ’79 Fawn I. Thompson, ’93 Wayne T. Thornton, ’81 Howard L. Tutman, Jr., ’68 Donald Tynes, Sr., ’65 Alfred G. Waters, ’31 Gloria E. Wayman, ’90 Caesar D. Williams, ’61 Lewis E. Williams, Jr., ’65 Lisa B. Williams, ’76 Wanda R. Wormley, ’82 Karen M. (Lewis) Wright, ’84 Dr. Muriel Wright-Brailey, ’70 **Family Life Membership

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MSU Alumni Hall of Fame Inductees Dr. Nathan M. Carter, Jr. — (Posthumously) organ’s choir, under the direction of this gifted musician, rose to international regard. Prior to joining Morgan in 1970, Dr. Carter was the Choral Director and Chairperson of the Division of Music at Knoxville College. Throughout his illustrious career as a conductor and composer, Dr. Carter received numerous accolades and distinctions for himself and the choir.

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The MSU choir was recently voted by Reader’s Digest as “America’s Best College Choir” and performed in “Porgy and Bess” at the annual International Winter Arts Festival in St. Petersburg, Russia.

James H. Gilliam, Sr.

organizations as the National Urban League, The National Tuberculosis Association, and The United Way of Delaware. Other honors and distinctions bestowed on Mr. Gilliam include: The Liberty Award, the Minority Business Advocate of the Year award from the U.S. Small Business Administration, and an Honorary Degree from the University of Delaware. The James H. and Louise Hayley Gilliam Concert Hall is named in his honor, along with his wife, by their son, the late James H. Gilliam, Jr.

r. Gilliam has served his fellow man in many capacities -- as a soldier, a social worker, and a community leader. He served in World War II and the Korean Conflict, for which he was awarded a Bronze Star with Oak Leaf Cluster and other recognitions. He has served as director of neighborhood and housing services, and as the founder and first executive director of The Greater Wilmington Housing Corporation. Mr. Gilliam has provided leadership to such worthwhile

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Dr. Clayton C. Stansbury ince earning his Bachelor's in psychology, cum laude, from Morgan State, Dr. Stansbury has worked faithfully to promote academic excellence and enhance student quality of life at Morgan State -- earning him such monikers as “Mr. Morgan State University” and “Morgan Man.” During his twenty-nine year tenure with the University, Dr. Stansbury has served in various roles -- including Director of the Honors Program, where he developed a comprehensive network of honors organizations, activities and awards. He is the first Morgan

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graduate to become a vice president of the University, serving as the Vice President of Student Affairs. He has served for the past thirty years as the University Chief Marshal, the second longest-standing Marshal in the school’s history. Dr. Stansbury has received numerous honors and recognitions, including the NAFEO Distinguished Alumni Award, Alumnus of the Year and Professor Emeritus of Psychology. Dr. Stansbury is an active member of Epworth United Methodist Church, Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. and the Howard L. Cornish MSU Alumni Chapter.

Sav e t he Dat es for 2005 Liberty Mutual Supports MSUNAA

• The Morgan State University National Alumni Association thanks Liberty Mutual for its contribution of $1,500 to underwrite the cost of gifts to the Alumni during the association’s 64th alumni Awards & Class Reunion Luncheon.

Gala XXI 2005, Oct. 15, 2005 at Martin’s West, Baltimore, Maryland MEAC Tournament, Mar. 7-12, 2005 Richmond, Virginia

MSU National Alumni Association Board of Directors Inductees Ella Moultrie Harris, president (Class of ’57) “To whom much is given, much is expected. Morgan has given each of you much.You, in turn, need to reach back and give those who are coming in your footsteps the same.

Today’s young people are standing on a foothill at the gate of MSU, with the mountains still in view.”

National Alumni Association Officers Elected At the June 19, 2004 Board meeting, the following officers were sworn in as National Alumni Association, Inc. Board members: Winona Taylor, financial secretary (Class of ’93) “I encourage all alumni to establish a link with the National Alumni Association and/or their local chapter, and challenge you to select a high school senior annually to share your MSU experience.”

Cynthea Sydnor-Thomas, 1st vice president (Class of ’78)

Shirley Relf, secretary (Class of ’60) “To our active members, your continued support has enabled us to do great things for the university and its students. To those inactive members of the alumni, I extend an invitation for you to join and become a part of a magnificent association. Together, we will insure that we make even greater strides in perpetuating and strengthening our Alma Mater.”

Nellie Maskal, 2nd vice president (Class of ’69 & ’73) “My mission for the National Alumni Association is ambitious but obtainable. I would like to see it move to a higher level where more alumni take on active and dedicated roles within the organization. Alumni should get more involved with quality of life issues affecting MSU’s neighbors and the Baltimore City community. With this, and the alliances between the Alumni Association, the university and its students will strengthen.”

Seymour Chambers, parliamentarian (Class of ’01) “Teddy Roosevelt once said,‘to educate a man in mind and not in morals is to educate a menace to society.” Meaning, the university and its alumni have a greater responsibility of preparing future leaders beyond the academic experience.”

John Griswold, treasurer (Class of ’51) “It is an honor to have my fellow alumni express their confidence in me as I continue to serve as Treasurer of the National Alumni Association. However, I encourage you to get involved. The association needs your expertise, the University needs your support.”

MSU National Alumni Association Makes a Significant Contribution to the Alumni House Project

The MSU National Alumni Association is to be commended for its commitment to the Alumni House project. The Association donated approximately $180,000 toward the purchase of new furniture, exercise equipment and kitchen appliances for the Alumni House MSU National Alumni Association continues to support Morgan students

The National Alumni Association has once again given a $20,000 scholarship to the Morgan State University Foundation.

NAFEO Nomination

The National Association for Equal Opportunity in Higher Education (NAFEO) will hold its National Conference on Blacks in Higher Education which recognizes graduates of Historically Black Colleges and Universities for their exemplary services and careers. The conference will be held at the Wardman Park Marriott

in Washington, DC. from April 20 - 24, 2005. Please submit your nominees to the Alumni Relations Office no later than Monday, November 1, 2004.

Please contact the Alumni Relations office for nomination forms, or download them by visiting www.msunaa.morgan.edu and clicking on “Forms.”

Enter MSU Bookstore Drawing

Homecoming Day, October 23, 2004, Bookstore Open 8AM–7PM Name:_____________________________________________ Address___________________________________________ _________________________________________________ Phone No.__________________________________________ Huge Tailgating Cooler Filled with MSU Merchandise Valued at Over $100 (Items Will Be Shipped To Winner)

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Class Of 1949

The Howard L. Cornish Metropolitan Baltimore Chapter is hosting its 20th Annual Martin Luther King, Jr. Scholarship Breakfast on Saturday, January 8, 2005 at Martin’s West, Baltimore, MD. The event draws between 8001,000 attendees annually. Because of this event, the chapter awards at least 15 scholarships to deserving students -- ranging from $500 to $1,000. For more information, contact the event’s chairperson, Anthony McPhail (’76) at 410-461-3931 or the chapter’s president, Cherlyn Mitchell (’74) at 410254-8445.

The Class of 1949 celebrated its 55th anniversary this year and donated a $15,000 check to the Morgan State University Foundation at this year’s 64th Annual Alumni Awards and Class Reunion Luncheon. The funds are earmarked for the Alumni House. Mrs. Genester Nix Miller hosted a meeting for the class at her home in Wyncote, Pennsylvania in June, 2004 -- to make plans for their 2004-2005 fundraising events.

Class Of 1954

The Class of 1954 celebrated its 50th year anniversary during the 2004 Commencement weekend.

Many turned out to get reacquainted with old friends. Over 50 of the class members attended the 64th Annual Alumni Awards and Class Reunion Luncheon that was held on May 15, 2004 in the Alice Parham Ballroom in the McKeldin Center. Dr. James Roland Randall presented a check from the class in the amount of $25,000 to the Morgan State University Foundation. The coordinator of the class activities was Mrs. Sylvia Waters Gundy. Their weekend long celebration included a get acquainted and social gathering at the Sheraton Hotel in Towson, Maryland, a show at Toby’s Dinner Theater in Columbia, MD, participation in the 128th annual Commencement Exercises, and a Sunday brunch at the Alumni House on Morgan’s campus.

Class Of 1959

In May 2004, the Class of 1959 presented the Morgan State University Foundation a check in the amount of $35,000 commemorating its 45th Anniversary. Class president, James A. Ward, Jr. spearheaded this class gift project. Efforts to increase their class gift for their 50th reunion is ongoing. If you have yet to make your contribution, please contact Mr. Ward at 19920 Shewsbury Road, Detroit, Michigan 48221-1855 - telephone: 313-8613334, fax: 313-861-9874 or you may e-mail him at jamesawardjr@earthlink.net. He will be happy to hear from you.

Baltimore County Alumni Chapter held its 4th annual Scholarship Fund Raising Dance in June, 2004 at the Ivy Center in Baltimore, Maryland.

Approximately 200 people attended the dance.

The funds raised from the event are used to award book grants and scholarships to high school students who plan to attend Morgan State University.

The South Atlantic Alumni Chapter, which serves Charlotte, NC, South Carolina and Augusta/ Savannah GA, had a very productive 2003-2004 year. The chapter has over forty-five alumni members on its membership roster. Twenty-five of them hold memberships in both the national and local alumni chapter.

Mr. and Mrs. Lovic Beasley of Summerville, SC hosted one of the chapter’s meetings this year. The food and fellowship were outstanding.

Under the meticulous planning of Albert Miller and his alumni team, the annual fundraiser social was held in Columbia, SC and included an auction for the MSU scholarship fund. The event was a success.

While visiting Orangeburg, SC, the men and women’s basketball teams were greeted by members of the chapter. Photos were taken with the teams.

In addition, the chapter would like to solicit the prayers and support for two of its members who are serving in Iraq -- Captain David Brooks (’91) and Nikette A Sowell (’97).

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We would like to acknowledge the passing of two of our chapter members -- Jacqueline Rollins (’53), and Hernan A. Floyd (’66). Both individuals loved Morgan State University and they will be greatly missed.

Howard County Alumni Chapter is hosting its 2nd annual scholarship dinner show on Sunday, October 7 at Toby’s Dinner Theater, 5900 Symphony Woods Road, Columbia, MD. The show will feature the Broadway smash hit,“Miss Saigon.” Doors will open at 5 pm. The buffet will be served from 5:15 pm to 6:30 pm. The show will begin at 7:15 pm. Proceeds benefit the scholarship fund. Donation is $45.00. For more information, please contact Walt Carr at 410-997-0831 or Alma McMillan at 410-730-9442.

Meetings for the Howard County Alumni Chapter are held every 1st Monday of each month at Kahler Hall, 5440 Old Tucker Road, Columbia, MD. For more information, please contact the alumni chapter’s president, Monroe Dennis at 301-4746270 or the chapter’s vice president, Clarence A. Jeffers, III at 410-465-7253.

The Washington DC Alumni Chapter presents “An Evening to Remember Dr. Nathan Carter,” Sunday, November 21st at 5 pm, featuring the world-renowned, Morgan State University Choir in concert at the Metropolitan Baptist Church, 1225 R Street, NW, Washington, DC. Tickets are $20 each.

Group rates of 15 or more are available at $18 each. Proceeds benefit the chapter’s scholarship fund. For more information, call 202-582-1635.

Reunion 2005 Class of 1955

The Class of 1955 is sponsoring a trip to the Midway Slots in Harrington, DE on Wednesday, November 10, 2004. Donation is $15 and all proceeds benefit the scholarship fund for MSU’s students. For bus departure and additional information, please contact Clayton Stansbury at 410-2658655 or Noel Cassidy at 410-448-9728.

Class of 1954 at 2004 Commencement

Two Chapters to Be Chartered During Homecoming Business Meeting The ROTC Alumni Chapter and the Morgan State University 2140 Young Alumni Chapter will be chartered at the Homecoming Business meeting on Friday, October 22, 2004 at 12:00 noon.

The ROTC Alumni Chapter’s officers are: president, Ltc. (Ret.) Michael L. Bell 1st vice president, Ltc. (Ret.) Quinnsander Pinckney 2nd vice president-Ltc. Annette Brown secretary, Col. (Ret.) Andre Barnes treasurer, Col. (Ret.) Martin Compton.

The Morgan State University 2140 Young Alumni Chapter’s officers are: president, Derrick Chase 1st vice president, Kamal Cubas 2nd vice president, Azikiwe H. Deveaux secretary, Deidra Proctor treasurer, Gavaskar Sharp.

1st Row: Elizabeth Dyett, Nancy H. Bennett, Arnetha Hamilton Curry, Joan Y. Harris, Sylvia Jones Suesum, Lloyd M. Alston, Sr., Jean A. Brown Williams, B. Jasper R. Clay, Jr., A. Bernice S. Hunley.

2nd Row: Susan King, Irving Williams, Jannie Goldston, Edgar B. Covert, James S. White, Frances I. Thomas, Geraldine Redd, Richard Avant.

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3rd Row: Fannie B. Poulson, James H. Chase.

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Stacey R. Counts (’04) received her Bachelor of Science Degree on May 16, 2004. She has been employed at Morgan State University for eleven years. She will pursue a Master’s Degree from the University of Baltimore in the fall of 2004.

Jamaal A. Russell, MPH, MT (’03) was appointed Forensic Epidemiologist of Health Promotion and Disease Prevention for the Baltimore City Health Department. Russell’s degree and experiences have enabled him to excel in a discipline not commonly pursued by African-Americans. He studies scientific facts and techniques as it pertains to the transmission and control of epidemic diseases. This discipline also encompasses emergency preparedness for potential bio-terriosm that could impose on national security. In addition, Russell is currently pursuing his doctorate in public health at MSU. Troy Samuel Brown (’99) was admitted to the Georgia State Bar in June 2004. Brown received his law degree and his Masters of Public Administration from Harvard University. He is currently an associate with the law firm of Powell, Goldstein, Frazier and Murphy, LLP in Atlanta, GA. Melvin Jackson II (’96) has joined the USA Track & Field staff as a Communications Coordinator. His responsibilities include overseeing the organization's youth programs and media relations. Prior to this appointment, Jackson worked with the National Football League, the Women National Basketball Association's New York Liberty, and the New Jersey Nets.

Jeffrey S. Lowe (’95) has been elected chairperson of the American Planning Association Black Community Division -- the largest organization of black planners in the nation. Lowe is an author and teacher in the areas of community development and housing.

Dr. Myrtle E.B. Dorsey (’74 & ’77) chancellor of Baton Rouge Community College (BRCC), was named by The Greater Baton Rouge Business Report as “one of the city’s Most Influential Women in Business.” Since beginning her tenure with BRCC in September 2002, the community college has received an accreditation from the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, and its certification to award federal financial aid to students.

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Deborah M. Harvest (’77 & ’78), principal of the Johnnie L. Cochran Jr. Academy, has been named the 2004 “National Distinguished Principal” for New Jersey by The U.S. Department of Education and the National Association of Elementary School Principals (NAESP).

Frederick Douglass IV (’69) shares more than just a name with his famed great-great grandfather -- the abolitionist, orator, author and statesman, Frederick Douglass -- he also shares a passion to educate and motivate people to change.

Douglass travels the country speaking to groups on today's significant social issues. Most recently, Douglass was asked to address the graduating class of Frederick Douglass Senior High School.

Gloria J. Ladson-Billings (’68), Ph. D., professor of curriculum and instruction at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, has been elected presidentelect for 2005 of the 22,000-member American Educational Research Association (AERA).

ARERA represents educators who are dedicated to research that addresses fundamental problems and informs policy and practice in education, from pre-kindergarten to post-secondary education and beyond.

Ronald Barboza (’64) is retiring from the New Bedford Public Schools after 35 years as a physical education teacher. He plans to pursue his passion for photography and Cape Verdean culture.

Wilbert B. Forbes, Sr. (’62) has been elected the Disabled American Veterans (DAV) Department of Maryland Commander. The DAV represents the concerns of over 20,000 members throughout the state of Maryland. Forbes goals are to increase membership, and bolster the organization's impact on state and national legislation concerning benefits for Veterans and their families.

Brenda Brown Schoonover (’61) recently retired as deputy chief of Mission in Brussels. A career Foreign Service Officer for the United States Department of State, Schoonover has served in a variety of diplomatic assignments --including the Philippines, Sri Lanka, Tunisia and in Washington, at the Department of State Bureau of the Near East and South Asian Affairs. As the former U.S. Ambassador of Lome, Togo, Schoonover holds the diplomatic rank of Ambassador.

Workshop The Parliamentary Procedure Made Simple.

This workshop will eliminate the guesswork and simplify the Parliamentary Procedure when presiding over meetings, delegating to officers, using Robert’s Rules of Order and making or amending motions. This workshop is sponsored by MSU’s Center for Continuing & Professional Studies and

MSU’s Unit of the Maryland Association of Parliamentarians (MAP).

The Parliamentary workshop will be held on Saturday, October 30, 2004, 8 am–3:30 pm at the MSU William Donald Schaefer Engineering Bldg –Auditorium, 1700 East Cold Spring Lane, Baltimore, MD. For information, call 443-885-3155.

A n n o u n c e m e n t Film Footage Needed to Bring “Ten Bears” to the Screen.

A Washington DC-based production team is turning Chip Silverman’s and Miles Harrison’s book, Ten Bears, into a documentary film. The book is based on Morgan State’s lacrosse team that was founded

by Silverman and Harrison in 1969. The Bears went on to become one of the sport’s biggest Cinderella stories in the 1970’s, culminating with their huge upset of Washington and Lee in 1975.

If anyone has pictures or film from this era, we would love the opportunity to view them. They could possibly be used in the film. Shots are not exclusive to sports. Because this was a very important time in our history, and we desire to portray what Morgan State was like in those days, we are asking for shots of campus life -- including life in the dorms, political demonstrations, social gatherings, and, of course, the lacrosse team and its players.

If your shot is used in the final film, you will receive an on-screen credit at the end of the program.

Contact us via email at tenbearsfilm@hotmail.com or by phone at 301-347-7928. We thank you in advance.

N e c r o l o g y MSU Deceased Alumni, Faculty, Staff & Students

May 1, 2004 to August 2004 Deceased

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Earl W. Brown ’57 Roosevelt Brown ’53 Vivian G. Cabaniss ’49 Dr. Nathan M. Carter (faculty) Hernan A. Floyd ’66 James H. Goodwin ’45 J.C. Harrel ’51 Dr. Lucia S. Hawthorne ’64 Leon D. Holsey ’50 Majorie E. Johnson ’51 Alease B. Lockley ’53 George O. McCann, Jr.* Odis M. Reaves* Winston W. Reynolds* Evelyn Arnold Taylor* Juanita Torbit ’74 Jean T. Wallace ’51 * attended

July 12, 2004 June 16, 2004 June 2, 2004 July 15, 2004 August 21, 2004 August 5, 2004 May 6, 2004 July 5, 2004 July 10, 2004 May 1, 2004 June 24, 2004 May 30, 2004 May 9, 2004 June 6, 2004 May 8, 2004 May 3, 2004 June 7, 2004

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Murphy Fine Arts Center–Gilliam Concert Hall

$50–All seats –– –– Free $100 & VIP $150

7:30PM 1PM 11AM 7PM 9PM–1AM VIP 8–9PM 9AM 9AM 9AM 1PM 4PM

Week of Homecoming 2004

Fri., Oct. 15 Sat., Oct. 16 Sun., Oct. 17 Mon., Oct. 18 Fri., Oct. 22 Sat., Oct. 23

Sun., Oct. 24 Oct. 21 & 23 Tues., Oct. 26–31 Sun., Nov. 7 Sun., Nov. 21 Sat., Nov. 27

An Evening with Bill Cosby MSU Vs. Howard University Homecoming Worship Service Coronation: Mr. & Miss MSU Gala XX 2004 Homecoming Parade Dept. of Telecom–Brunch Class Of 1966 Homecoming Brunch Homecoming Football Game All Class Reunion Morgan Memories–Classes of 1974, and 1984–All Classes Invited Homecoming Alumni Memorial Service Children’s Theater: “Black Diamond: Satchel Page & The NBL” Tyler Perry’s “Meet The Browns” Howard County Alumni Chapter 2nd Annual Scholarship Dinner Show Wash DC Area Alumni Chapter MSU Choir Concert Regina Carter Quintet

Away at Howard MSU Christian Interfaith Center Murphy Fine Arts Center–Gilliam Concert Hall Hyatt Regency Baltimore Hotel Alameda & Chinquapin Pkwy McKeldin Center–Alice Parham Ballroom McKeldin Center–Alice Parham Ballroom Hughes Stadium–MSU vs. Delaware State McKeldin Center–Alice Parham Ballroom McKeldin Center–Alice Parham Ballroom

10 PM–4PM 11AM

MSU Christian Interfaith Center Murphy Fine Arts Center–Turpin-Lamb Murphy Fine Arts Center–Gilliam Concert Hall

$10 All Seats $25.50–$36.50

Oct. 21 4PM, 23 1PM 8PM

Toby's Dinner Theater

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Metro Baptist Church, Wash. DC

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Howard L. Cornish Metro Baltimore Chapter M. L. King, Jr. Scholarship Breakfast–Tribute to Dr. Carter MEAC Tournament Richmond, VA Gala XXI Martin’s West

Martin’s West

Alumni House 1700 East Cold spring Lane Baltimore, Maryland 21251 Non-Profit Organization U.S. Postage PAID Permit #4995 Baltimore, MD