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Contents Vol. 99, No. 1.
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Publisher
Tara S. Singer, Ed.D., President and CEO University of Louisville
Editor in Chief
Katy Datz, Vice President for External Relations Roanoke College
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Clay Grants
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Promoting O∆K Ideals
Circles making a difference across the country
O∆K National Leadership Awards Celebrating members for service
Q & A on COVID-19 With Rick A. Bright and Gene P. Siegal
Leadership in the Time of Coronavirus Higher Education, Markets, and the Economy
An Entrepreneurial Approach to Healthcare Leadership With Sam Perkins
Meet the circle officer and service award winners
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Board of Trustees
Sally K. Albrecht, Board Chair Rollins College The Omicron Delta Kappa Society and Educational
Foundation, Inc., the National Leadership Honor Society for college students, recognizes and encourages superior
scholarship, leadership, and exemplary character. O∆K was
founded December 3, 1914, at Washington and Lee University in Lexington, Va. by 15 student and faculty leaders. Omicron Delta Kappa was the first college honor society of a national scope to give recognition for meritorious leadership and
service in extracurricular activities; membership in Omicron
Delta Kappa continues to be a mark of highest distinction and honor. The Society is now present on the campuses of more
Dr. Ernest “Rip” Patton visited the Cumberland University Circle in August to discuss his decades of service and sacrifice as a freedom rider and civil rights activist. The circle wanted to connect student leaders with Dr. Patton in an environment where discourse, inspiration, and free thought could readily flow and continue efforts to pursue improvements within diversity and social justice on campus and in the community.
than 300 colleges and universities around the country.
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board chair’s letter
I’m Gonna Let it Shine This little light of mine, I’m gonna let it shine! Dear Member, I have a feeling that most of you probably know or may have even sung the spiritual “This Little Light of Mine” sometime in your lives. Now, more than ever, we need to make sure our light shines through. As a performing arts conductor, I have always encouraged my students to communicate using their eyes, the “windows to your soul.” So today, as I put on my face mask, I try as much as possible to communicate with my eyes, to show I’m listening, and to express sympathy, excitement, concern, empathy, and joy. Try it: stand in front of a mirror with your mask on, and see how many emotions you can express using just your eyes. It’s challenging! Each of us has a light burning inside. It’s what keeps us engaged, focused, moving forward toward our goals, and driving us to accomplish our dreams. But it’s when we share this light with others that we can best develop our leadership skills. Whether you are involved in virtual service projects, fighting on the front lines of COVID-19, or working to build a more inclusive community, you should continue to focus on Omicron Delta Kappa’s five positive ideals: scholarship, service, integrity, character, and fellowship. These are your bullet points, your “lightbulbs,” that will help light the way for you.
This issue of The Circle proudly celebrates many acknowledged leaders in O∆K: ●
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Our newest Board of Trustees and Emeriti Trustee members. Our incredible National Leaders of the Year, Clay Grant, Scholarship, and National Award winners. Our important circle recognition honors and several service project features.
An in-depth look at how O∆K has quickly developed virtual initiations and programming. ●
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Important articles featuring professionals both serving on medical front lines and sharing current economic trends. A special “In Your Words” feature written by our Board Chair-Elect Willie Banks, addressing the actions we are taking to create a more diverse future for O∆K. Our valuable, appreciated, and ever- growing Honor Roll of Donors.
Let O∆K’s values continue to fuel the bright light that shines from within you. Be the light that helps others to find their way. Yours in Leadership,
Sally K. Albrecht Chair, Board of Trustees Omicron Delta Kappa Society and Educational Foundation, Inc. 4 | odk.org
national news
NATIONAL VOLUNTEER
Leadership
Omicron Delta Kappa Society and Educational Foundation, Inc. Board of Trustees
SALLY K. ALBRECHT Chair-Elect Rollins College
WILLIE L. BANKS, PH.D. Board Chair-Elect University of Georgia
MATTHEW W. CLIFFORD, ED.D. Immediate Past Board Chair Davidson College
HAMEIDAH W. ALSAFWANI National Student Vice Chair University of Nebraska - Omaha
TRUSTEES Andrew J. Brown, Grand Valley State University Melissa M. Cancio, Florida International University H. Randall Capps, Ph.D., Western Kentucky University Peter A. Christiaans, University of Miami Cynthia C. Cochran, University of Miami Linda M. Hooks, Ph.D., Louisiana State University Richard S. Johnson, University of Richmond Gene P. Siegal, M.D., Ph.D., University of Louisville Gregory R. Singleton, University of Memphis Marc J. Slotnick, University of Miami Jeffrey I. Stone, Auburn University Sandra B. Thurmond, University of Alabama at Birmingham Leslie A. Werden, Ph.D., Morningside College Richard I. Williams, Grand Valley State University
EMERITI TRUSTEES DARWIN C. JONES, C.P.A. National Treasurer University at Albany
W. JEFFERY EDWARDS National Counsel Washington and Lee University
MONEQUE WALKERPICKETT, J.D., PH.D. National Diversity Officer University of Miami
ALEXIS MARTINEZ, ED.D. 2021 National Leadership Conference Chair University of Miami
TARA S. SINGER, ED.D. President and Chief Executive Officer University of Louisville
Stephen D. Bisese, Ed.D., William & Mary Bruce D. Forbes, Ph.D., Morningside College J. David Gibbs, University of Richmond John H. Herbst, University of Kentucky Sally Jones Hill, Auburn University William R. Johnston, Washington and Lee University William E. Latture, Washington and Lee University Richard S. Pirrotta, Pennsylvania State University Andristine M. Robinson, St. Mary’s College of Maryland Thomas J. Vukovich, Ph.D., University of Akron
Individuals who may have an interested in serving on the Board of Trustees for the Omicron Delta Kappa Society and Educational Foundation, Inc. as a student, faculty/staff, or at-large trustee should contact Tara S. Singer, president and chief executive officer (tara@odk.org or 540.458.5340). Trustees serve terms of three years, and at-large trustees may be elected to serve a second term. More information about trustee service may be found on the Society’s website at odk.org. The Circle • Annual Report 2020 | 5
NEW TRUSTEES
MELISSA M. CANCIO
National Student Vice Chair-Elect and Student Trustee Melissa M. Cancio (Florida International University, 2016) was recently elected National Student Vice Chair-Elect and Student Trustee. She previously served the Society as a member of the National Advisory Council. In addition to being a member of the Board of Trustees, Melissa is also a member of the Student Advisory Board. Her term on the board will conclude in June 2023. Presently, Melissa is pursuing an M.B.A. at North Central College (NCC) in Naperville, Illinois. At FIU, she earned her Bachelor of Science with a major in public relations, advertising, and applied communication and a minor in business communication. Melissa is credited with coordinating one of the most successful Roarthons (FIU’s Dance Marathon) in the school’s history, raising significant funds to benefit the Children’s Miracle Network. She also served as the FIU Circle president. Melissa is a graduate assistant in the Office of Student Involvement at NCC. In this role, she supervises the student staff for the student activities center on campus. She also develops marketing plans to promote new student orientation, commuter and transfer student orientation, and weekend programming. 6 | odk.org
H. RANDALL “RANDY” CAPPS
PETER A. CHRISTIAANS
Randy Capps (Western Kentucky University, 1980) is the president of Leadership Strategies Group, a performance management consulting firm. He is also a Scholar in Residence and Professor of Management at Western Kentucky University. His teaching responsibilities are with Executive MBA and doctoral students. Randy was elected as an at-large trustee in 2020, and his current term on the board will end in 2023.
Peter Christiaans (University of Miami, 1993) currently serves on the Omicron Delta Kappa Strategic Planning Task Force in addition to being a member of the Board of Trustees. At Miami, he obtained his Bachelor of Science, Master of Science, and Master of Business Administration. Peter’s current trustee term will conclude in June 2022.
Trustee-at-Large
For more than 25 years, Randy has worked with and researched team-based organizations in various industries, including service, healthcare, and manufacturing. He was instrumental in working with what is now called Logan Aluminum to develop a culture and team system that has allowed them to be the most profitable aluminum facility in the world. The Whirlpool Corporation employed him for a year to work with their various facilities in designing teams systems unique to their particular needs. Randy holds degrees from Kentucky Wesleyan College and Western Kentucky University. His doctoral degree is from the University of Virginia, and he has done post-doctoral work at Vanderbilt University. Randy was awarded the honorary degree Doctor of Humanities from Kentucky Wesleyan College in 2016.
Trustee-at-Large
Peter is a director at Huron Consulting, and he has more than 20 years of technology and management consulting experience across health care, higher education, and financial services. He specializes in leading complex and highly visible client engagements, including implementations of cloud-based ERP systems. Prior to joining Huron, Peter worked at Deloitte, where he led the HR Transformation Workday practice in its U.S. Delivery Centers. Previously, he served as a program manager in the firm’s Oracle/Technology practice. Peter has served as a board member and Finance Committee Chair for ISACA and its associated entities (the IT Governance Institute and CMMI Institute). ISACA is a global non-profit organization with 115,000 constituents in 180 countries that focuses on developing, adopting, and using globally accepted, industry-leading knowledge and practices for information systems.
ALEXIS MARTINEZ
GREGORY R. SINGLETON
Chair, 2021 National Leadership Conference
Faculty/Staff Trustee; Chair-Elect, Mission Committee
Alexis Martinez (University of Miami, 2000) is currently serving as the 2021 National Leadership Conference Chair. She previously served the Society as a circle advisor. Alexis has a B.B.A., J.D., and Ms.Ed. from the University of Miami, and an Ed.D. from Peabody College at Vanderbilt University. Alexis is currently the dean of students for the Georgia State University College of Law. In this role, she is responsible for oversight of academic advisement to current and future students, including guidance on course selection, scheduling, and graduation requirements. Alexis coordinates programming that supports student integration and involvement in the law school, as well as professional development and wellness. She also serves as a liaison between students and other departments, such as financial aid, disability services, and the counseling center. Prior to joining Georgia State in 2018, Alexis served in a senior student affairs role at Nova Southeastern University, overseeing judicial affairs, disability services, and student affairs for regional campuses. She previously served as the dean of students at St. John’s University School of Law in Queens, New York, and Elon University School of Law in Greensboro, North Carolina.
MONEQUE WALKER-PICKETT
National Diversity Officer
Moneque Walker-Pickett (University of Miami, 1994) is O∆K’s inaugural National Diversity Officer. She is a professor and associate chair of the Department of Criminal Justice at Saint Leo University. Moneque holds a Bachelor of Arts from the University of Miami. She earned her Juris Doctor degree from the University of Florida and her Ph.D. in sociology, with a concentration in race and ethnic relations and criminology, from the University of Miami. Previously, Moneque was a U.S. Presidential Management Fellow. In this role, she was assigned to work with the Department of Labor’s Civil Rights Center and the Social Security Administration’s legal division. Moneque also worked for six months as a congressional fellow. Upon completing these fellowships, she founded her own general-practice law firm. A licensed attorney for more than 20 years, Moneque has brought her work experience and passion for teaching to support student success. Moneque is an active member of the Saint Leo University Circle. On campus, she is also an advisor/co-advisor to several student organizations, including the Alpha Phi Sigma Criminal Justice Honor Society, the Black Student Union, Sigma Lambda Gamma Sorority, and ACJA/ LAE organizations.
Greg Singleton (University of Memphis, 1983) began his service to Omicron Delta Kappa as student president of the University of Memphis Circle. He is presently an advisor to the Austin Peay State University (APSU) Circle. Greg is currently a Faculty/Staff Trustee and Chair-Elect of the Mission Committee. His term on the board will end in June 2023. Previously, Greg served as a member of the National Advisory Council, circle coordinator for the University of Miami Circle, and province director for the State of Florida. He also served as president of the University of Memphis Alumni Circle. Greg is a past recipient of the Eldridge W. Roark Meritorious Service Award and the Morlan-Bishop Outstanding Circle Advisor Award. Professionally, Greg is the associate vice president for student affairs, dean of students, and deputy Title IX Coordinator at APSU. He previously served as an educational and leadership consultant for Kappa Alpha Order National Fraternity; coordinator for Fraternity/Sorority Affairs at the University of Memphis; assistant dean of students at Purdue University; associate dean of students and director of Judicial Affairs at the University of Miami; and as interim vice president for Student Affairs at APSU.
LESLIE A. WERDEN
Faculty/Staff Trustee; Chair, Mission Committee Leslie Werden (Morningside College, 2008) has served as a circle coordinator and is now the Morningside Circle faculty advisor. In addition, she has written and edited articles for The Circle and served on the National Advisory Council. Leslie is the 2019 recipient of the MorlanBishop Outstanding Circle Advisor Award. She is currently a faculty/ staff trustee and chair of the Mission Committee. Her term on the board will conclude in June 2022. Prior to joining the faculty at Morningside, Leslie earned her Ph.D. at the University of North Dakota. She received her M.A. at Winona State University and her B.A. from the University of Minnesota – Twin Cities. Currently, Leslie is a professor of English and rhetoric at Morningside College. She is also the department head of humanities. Before her academic career, she worked for ten years in marketing for cable television companies across the U.S. In addition to her work with O∆K, Leslie is an active participant in film and theatre in Sioux City. She has been involved in multiple productions as an actor or volunteer with Lamb Theatre, Sioux City Community Theatre, New Stage Players, and Shot in the Dark.
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Leaders MEET THE 2020
OF THE YEAR
Each year, Omicron Delta Kappa recognizes its most outstanding student leaders with the Gen. Russell E. Dougherty National Leader of the Year honors. Individual circles nominate a student to be their Circle Leader of the Year. These students receive a certificate and are invited to apply for National Leader of the Year honors. The Society recognizes a student in each of the five phases of campus life celebrated by O∆K: scholarship; athletics; campus or community service; journalism, speech, and the mass media; and, creative and performing arts. Each of these individuals receives
a $1,000 award. In 2020, there was not a qualified arts candidate for this honor. The committee also selects one student to receive the Gen. Russell E. Dougherty National Leader of the Year Award, which comes with a $4,000 prize.
This program is named in memory of Gen. Russell E. Dougherty (University of Louisville, 1947). Gen. Dougherty was a one-time member of the Federal Bureau of Investigations. He also served in the U.S. Air Force as commander in chief of the Strategic Air Command and director of strategic target planning.
Gen. Russell E. Dougherty National Leader of the Year
KATELYN MARIE BOISVERT Emory University Katelyn earned her undergraduate degree, with a major in environmental studies and a minor in sustainability studies, in May 2020. She served as the Emory University Circle president, received the James E. Foy Phi Eta Sigma Scholarship, and was awarded a 2019 Udall scholarship. Katelyn was also recognized as an Emory 100 Senior Honors Scholar. She competed on the Emory University Equestrian Team, served as an orientation leader, and worked as a teaching assistant for the Department of Environmental Science. As a community leader, Katelyn also volunteered for the Chastain Horse Park in Atlanta and Stride Ahead. One of Katelyn’s passions is protecting the environment. She was the student representative on the Emory University Energy and Water Task Force. Katelyn was also the sustainability chair for the Residence Hall
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Council, a committee member on the Emory Climate Analysis and Solutions Team, and the student delegate on the Emory University Senate Committee on the Environment. In her application for the award, Katelyn wrote, “Growing up in Arizona molded my perspective on environmental conservation—especially water resources—and I learned to regard nature as a treasure meant to be encountered with both appreciation and responsibility.” She also wrote, “The field of environmental sustainability represents the crossroads of my interests in natural science, human influence, and societal actions. I want to engage with the choices people make concerning the environment, impacts of those decisions, and motivating others toward support.” Katelyn is now enrolled in the School for Environment and Sustainability at the University of Michigan.
RECOGNIZE
GRACE MCGRATH University at Albany Journalism, Speech, and the Mass Media Grace earned her degree in business administration along with a minor in education. She was the public relations officer and digital producer for the UAlbany United Nations Association, a member of the University at Albany Student Association, and a member of Women Excelling in Business. Grace’s other honors include receiving the Alumni Association Spirit Scholarship, Terra Award, and the Student Affairs Excellence Award. In addition, she was a volunteer policy director with Think Ocean. This nonprofit organization seeks to bring awareness to the significance of the world’s oceans in discussions regarding climate concerns. Throughout her undergraduate career, Grace averaged completing 20 hours of community service each week. She hopes to run for public office one day.
BRIAN PECCIE WASHINGTON AND LEE UNIVERSITY ATHLETICS Brian was a dual major in economics and mathematics and graduated in May 2020. His honors include President’s List, Pi Mu Epsilon, and Phi Eta Sigma. Brian was a 2017 PwC Challenge Case Competition Winner and was also an NCAA Arnold Palmer Award recipient. He was the twotime team captain of the W&L Varsity Men’s Golf Team. Brian won the NCAA Division III Individual National Championship and several other national and conference golf honors, including being recognized three times as an ODAC All-Academic Team member. He also served on the Senior Gift Committee and as a University Ambassador tour guide. Brian is currently working as an analyst for Lincoln International, a global middle market investment bank, and enjoying playing golf again – simply for fun.
Leaders
CHRISTINE RHEE University of Maryland, College Park Campus and Community Service Christine received her Bachelor of Science degree, with a major in middle school math and science education and a minor in Spanish language and linguistics. She was the membership and initiation chair for the Sigma Circle. Christine was also the vice president of the Maryland chapter of Kappa Delta Pi and a senior ambassador and senator for the College of Education with the University of Maryland Senate. Christine received the OMSE Academy of Academic Excellence Award, the William F. Kirwan Award for Outstanding Junior, and the National Residence Hall Honorary Member of the Year Award. Her other honors include being recognized with the Global Health Scholars Outstanding Citizen Award. Christine is currently pursuing a career and additional training in education.
BROOKE WILLIAMS Centenary College of Louisiana Scholarship Brooke received her Bachelor of Science degree, with majors in biology and neuroscience, in 2020. She began medical school at the Louisiana State University-Shreveport in July. Brooke was the vice president of the Centenary College Circle. She also served her campus as Chi Omega chapter president and as a justice for the College Honor Court. Brooke was a member of the Centenary Maroon Jackets and the ACS Chemistry Club. For her service and accomplishments, Brooke was recognized with membership in Tri Beta, Alpha Epsilon Delta, and Order of Omega. During her undergraduate career, Brooke also volunteered extensively in the community, including serving the MLK Health Center, ARC of Caddo-Bossier Goldman School, Glen Retirement System, and Make-A-Wish Foundation. The Circle • Annual Report 2020 | 9
2020 CLAY GRANTS:
Leadership in Action O
micron Delta Kappa’s Leadership Development
Initiative Grants, named for the Society’s first fulltime Executive Director Maurice A. Clay, provide
support to circles to create and expand leadership programs on campus. Each program or project must have leadership components such as instruction, personal growth, or leadership
in action. In addition, service projects that clearly facilitate leadership development are eligible for Clay Grant support. One of the most important considerations in determining which circles receive this funding is whether the proposed
activity engages individuals on campus, beyond the circle’s
membership. Clay Grants are designed to raise awareness of O∆K and encourage circles to collaborate with other student
organizations, university departments, and community
groups. Clay Grants are awarded on a calendar year timeframe. The circles highlighted received Clay Grants or grants from
endowed circle-specific funds for calendar year 2020. Due to the pandemic, many of the planned programs in 2020 have been postponed until when they may be completed in-person or a virtual activity may be developed.
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CLAY GRANT RECIPIENTS Adelphi University, Mentoring Program Workshops on “Financial Literacy: Your Relationship with Money” and “The Reality of Social Media” ●
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Cumberland University, Cumberland University Summer Leadership Academy
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Dillard University, Leadership Lab
Florida International University, Omicron Delta Kappa’s 2nd Annual Leadership Dinner: Lead with the Heart ●
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Furman University, Leadership Awards and Recognition Night
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Hamline University, Harvest Pack Meal Packaging Event
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Rider University, Rider Presents: Leadership Live!
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Stephen F. Austin State University, OΔK Professional Development Breakfast
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Transylvania University, Leadership Workshop
University at Albany, A Leadership Series on the UAlbany W.A.Y. (Well-Being and You) ●
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University of Akron, Passion Awards
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University of Holy Cross, State Collegiate Leadership Training
Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University, Virginia Tech Leadership Summit ●
CIRCLE-SPECIFIC GRANT RECIPIENT ●
Washington and Lee University, Servant Leadership Across Communities
Individuals may help fund grants for specific circles. To learn more, contact Vice President for External Relations Katy Datz at katy@odk.org or (540) 458-5344.
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very year, Omicron Delta Kappa awards scholarships to more than 30 collegiate members to continue their educations through graduate and professional study. Scholarship awards range from $1,000 to $2,500. These recipients demonstrate exceptional academic performance and leadership abilities.
Nana-Hawwa Abdul-Rahman University at Albany
Omicron Delta Kappa Scholarship University of Pittsburgh, Biomedical Master’s Program, M.B.S.
Nana-Hawwa Abdul-Rahman graduated summa cum laude from the University at Albany (UAlbany) in May 2019 with a bachelor’s degree in chemistry with honors and a minor in biology. While at UAlbany, she participated in undergraduate research, developing techniques to help law enforcement and healthcare professionals quickly identify unscheduled psychoactive plant substances. Nana-Hawwa served as a STEM tutor, vice president of the UAlbany Circle, vice president and treasurer of the Muslim student association, a student member on the UAlbany Office of Diversity and Inclusion Conversations for Change Committee, and a member on the Student Association Strategic Planning Committee. In recognition of her extensive activism, academic excellence, and exemplary leadership, Nana-Hawwa was awarded the SUNY Chancellor’s Award for Student Excellence. She also received the President’s Award for Leadership – Outstanding Senior Award. Nana-Hawwa is passionate about medicine and research. She is currently pursuing a master’s degree in biomedical science at the University of Pittsburgh and plans to attend medical school with the goal of becoming a physician-scientist. 12 | odk.org
I have seen how diseases can change and destroy lives. If I help someone with my research, I have made the world just a little better, and that is the most wonderful thing. — Sofia Bustamante Equiguren Francis Alip Jacksonville University
Chellgren Family Endowed Scholarship Jacksonville University, Davis College of Business, M.B.A. Francis Alip graduated from Jacksonville University (JU) in 2020 with a Bachelor of Science with majors in biology and psychology. He also earned university honors. Eventually becoming president of five different student organizations, including the university’s prehealth club and most prestigious honor society, Francis was a prominent student leader at JU. Besides his student involvement, Francis also served as a tutor for three years. While at JU, Francis completed research in the Department of Chemistry. His research, published in the Georgia Journal of Science, focused on determining the influence of acidity and copper exposure on freshwater systems. For all of his efforts, Francis was presented with Student of the Year Awards for JU’s College of Arts and Sciences, Division of Science and Mathematics, Division of Social Sciences, Department of Biology and Marine Science, and Department of Psychology. Francis is pursuing an accelerated Master of Business Administration with a major in management before going to dental school. He hopes to specialize in orthodontics.
Sofia Bustamante Eguiguren University of Richmond
Louise and William Latture Scholarship Sofia Bustamante Eguiguren graduated, with honors, from the University of Richmond (UR) in May 2020. She earned a Bachelor of Science with majors in biochemistry and molecular biology. Outside the classroom, Sofia spent most of her time working on an independent research project focused on the convergent evolution of hairlike structures called trichomes of two distantly related monkeyflower species, Mimulus lewissii and Mimulus tilingii. In addition to her coursework and research, she was involved in the peer advisors and mentor program. Sofia intends to pursue a graduate degree in the biological sciences doing research that can be translated to help people overcome health problems. She has seen how diseases can change and destroy lives, but she has also witnessed the impact of research in public health.
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Katherine Christie University of Georgia
Omicron Delta Kappa Scholarship University of Georgia, Odom School of Ecology, M.S.
Katherine Christie was a dual degree student at the University of Georgia (UGA), where she studied genetics and ecology. As an undergraduate, she was a Foundation Fellow. Katherine served as a lesson leader and a lesson planner for the UGA Lunchbox Garden Project, an after-school gardening and environmental club for elementary school students in Athens. She also served on the Honors Program Student Council and was an exam director for Science Olympiad at UGA for three tournaments. Throughout her undergraduate career, Katherine participated in undergraduate research, studying genetic mutations affecting disease susceptibility in sea stars and the spatial ecological impacts of reproductive cycles in captive gorilla populations. She worked as an animal care intern at the Bear Hollow Zoo. In Fall 2020, Katherine enrolled in the conservation ecology and sustainable development graduate program. As a master’s student, Katherine is studying avian influenza in white ibis populations that nest in suburban areas. She plans to pursue a career in conservation biology to preserve species in a rapidly changing ecosystem.
Stephanie Clark Muskingum University
Diane and Tom Vukovich Scholarship University of Toledo, College of Medicine and Health, M.D. Stephanie Clark graduated summa cum laude from Muskingum University with a bachelor’s degree with majors in chemistry and mathematics. As co-president of the O∆K Muskingum University Circle, she helped organize events, including Parents’ Weekend and a fundraiser benefiting a local food pantry. Stephanie was also a student mentor, chemistry and math tutor, and the Pre-Health Club president. In addition, she was a co-captain of the women’s basketball team. Through her experiences of shadowing a family physician and volunteering at a children’s hospital, Stephanie developed a passion for medicine. She is currently pursuing an M.D. degree. During her first two years of medical school, Stephanie was a volunteer at the Community Care Clinic, a student-run free medical clinic. As the treasurer of Students for Medical Missions, she helped pack supplies for mission trips, managed the finances, and helped with fundraisers. In a Student-2-Student program, Stephanie gave tours of the anatomy lab and plastination museum to high school and college students. She also volunteered as an assistant coach for a local girls’ basketball team. 14 | odk.org
Katherine Dau Washington and Lee University
Kenneth P. Ruscio (Washington and Lee University) Scholarship University of Cambridge, M.Phil. Katherine Dau graduated from Washington and Lee University in 2019 as a Johnson Scholar with a Bachelor of Arts with majors in art history and German. As a student, she worked as a research assistant in the Department of Art History and as a German language tutor for several local students. In her free time, Katherine was involved in the Outing Club as an Appalachian Adventure trip leader. She spent Summer 2018 in Italy working on a digital reconstruction of Florence in 1500. Following graduation, Katherine moved to Vienna, Austria, as a Fulbright Scholar. There, she taught English at two high schools and attended the University of Vienna. In Fall 2020, Katherine enrolled in a Master of Philosophy program, majoring in the history of art and architecture, at the University of Cambridge. Her research will focus on Marian imagery in Siena, Italy.
Taylor DeHart Clemson University
Omicron Delta Kappa Scholarship Medical University of South Carolina, College of Medicine, M.D.
Taylor DeHart is a first-year medical student at the Medical University of South Carolina. She graduated from Clemson University in May 2019 with an undergraduate degree in microbiology with a biomedicine concentration and minors in French and genetics. Taylor studied abroad four times, completed undergraduate research, served as an undergraduate teaching assistant, tutored studentathletes, and was extensively involved in campus organizations. Taylor held numerous positions within Delta Zeta, her social sorority. She served as the vice president of programming for the Greek honor society. Taylor also led as the new member educator “mom” for Clemson’s Pi Alpha Phi chapter. In 2019, she was honored with the College Panhellenic Council Member of the Year Award. Taylor also received the John Robert Clinton Greek Unity Award, recognizing her commitment to scholarship, leadership, and service. After graduating, she worked as a medical scribe and volunteered at a local free clinic. Taylor plans to continue working with underserved communities during medical school and throughout her career.
Brittaney Dyer University of North Georgia
Omicron Delta Kappa Scholarship University of North Georgia, College of Arts and Letters, M.S. Brittaney Dyer was inducted into the University of North Georgia (UNG) Circle in 2017 and immediately became an active member, serving as student president. She led several induction ceremonies and initiated numerous on-campus and community service projects. Today, Brittaney is serving as the UNG Circle Coordinator. Her vision is to instill strong leadership principles, collaboration, fellowship, and professional development into UNG student leaders. As a lifelong Georgia resident, Brittaney is dedicated to giving back while paying it forward. Volunteering for more than five years, she diligently monitors regional water quality and environmental conditions each month. The heart of Brittaney’s service outreach is rooted in environmental preservation, benevolent stewardship, and edification. She will graduate with a Master of Science degree in December 2020 and begin a doctoral program in 2021. With plans to become a college professor, Brittaney aspires to leave a legacy to motivate young adults to adopt and incorporate principles of compassion and humanitarianism into their everyday lives.
Caroline (Libby) Dyess Auburn University
William M. Blount Scholarship Samford University, School of Health Professions, M.S. Libby Dyess graduated summa cum laude from Auburn University in May 2020 with a Bachelor of Science with a major in nutrition science. As a student, she was an ambassador for her college, director of standards and ethics and scholarship chair for her social sorority, and president of the Auburn University Circle. Libby was also involved in several other organizations on campus, including the IMPACT service club, the Pre-Physician Assistant Club, and several honor societies. Libby volunteered in the community at an after-school care center, tutoring and acting as a mentor for at-risk students. In 2019, she received the Laverne Taylor Flanagan Volunteerism Award, an honor given to an Auburn Panhellenic woman recognizing volunteer work in the community and on campus. Libby volunteered as a medical assistant at clinics in Auburn and Birmingham. She is currently enrolled in the Master of Science program with a major in physician assistant studies at Samford University. Libby plans to work in primary care or as a surgeon. The Circle • Annual Report 2020 | 15
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Christa Green Hillsdale College
Omicron Delta Kappa Scholarship George Fox University, M.S.W.
Catherine Sarah Flatt University of Central Florida
Omicron Delta Kappa Scholarship Catherine Sarah Flatt is a recent graduate of the University of Central Florida (UCF) and a first-generation student. She earned a Bachelor of Arts with a major in political science and a minor in diversity and social inequality. She also received a certificate in intelligence and national security. Catherine received her first undergraduate degree in theatre studies with a minor in sociology. Additionally, Catherine served as the UCF Circle president and as the community outreach chair for the National Society for Leadership and Success. In 2018, she was awarded the National Award of Excellence in Leadership from the National Society of Leadership and Success. This award recognized Catherine’s leadership in various community service projects. During Spring 2020, Catherine was selected to serve as a UCF Legislative Scholar, where she worked as an intern for two state representatives in Florida. She anticipates enrolling in law school in Fall 2021 and aspires to become a public defender or employed as an agent for the federal government. 16 | odk.org
Christa Green graduated magna cum laude with departmental honors from Hillsdale College. She was the vice president of the Hillsdale Circle, philanthropy chair of Psi Chi psychology honorary, and the Delta Phi Alpha German honorary religion chair. Christa was also a head resident assistant and house director. In addition, she was active in Kappa Kappa Gamma, a social sorority. Christa was a committed member with youth ministry, interned in a local emergency room with mental illness cases, and worked as a summer camp director with YMCA camps for underprivileged youth. Following the completion of her Master of Social Work, Christa aims to gain experience as a counselor. Ultimately, however, Christa wants to move to a rural area and start her practice according to the town’s needs. She is most interested in being closely involved with those she helps, building relationships, and being present at the hardest and messiest times.
Sabrina Green Converse College
Omicron Delta Kappa Scholarship Georgia State University, College of Arts and Sciences, M.A. Sabrina Green graduated magna cum laude from Converse College in May 2020 with a bachelor’s degree with majors in philosophy and music. She obtained additional recognition and graduated from the Nisbet Honors Program. Sabrina was accepted to present her research at the South Carolina Symposium for Philosophy and the South Carolina Upstate Research Symposium. As a music major, she also performed in multiple recitals, participated in masterclasses for violin and chamber ensembles, and served as concertmaster for the Converse Symphony Orchestra. Sabrina was a residential advisor and a Model League representative. She competed at national conferences and won awards for representing countries, such as Iraq, in debate. Sabrina’s favorite on-campus involvement was working in the Diversity Community and Inclusion Office. She planned events for Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Week and was the moderator for a panel addressing homelessness in the region. Sabrina studied abroad in Brussels for a semester. She is currently enrolled in the Master of Arts program in philosophy at Georgia State University.
I am fascinated by what makes us who we are. I am in awe of the fact that our personality, thoughts, hopes, fears, feelings, and sensations are all a function of our nervous system. This interest evolved into a decision to pursue a career in neurosurgery. — Alexander Greven Alexander Greven Emory University
Omicron Delta Kappa Scholarship Emory University, School of Medicine and Goizueta Business School, M.D., M.B.A. Alex Greven graduated from Emory University in 2013 with a Bachelor of Science with majors in neuroscience and behavioral biology. He served as the captain of the Varsity Men’s Basketball Team, service chair for the Sigma Nu fraternity, and conducted research on experimental therapeutics for Parkinson’s disease. Following graduation, Alex played professional basketball in Europe. After returning to the U.S., he worked in product development, marketing, and business development roles for several neuroscience and healthcare-related startups. Currently, Alex is a dual M.D., M.B.A. candidate at the Emory University School of Medicine and Goizueta Business School. While in graduate school, he co-founded the Portal de Salud Health Program, which provides free monthly health screenings for Atlanta’s underserved Hispanic population, served as a graduate assistant basketball coach to the Varsity Men’s Basketball Team, and worked as vice president of the Neurosurgery Interest Group. Eventually, Alex hopes to lead healthcare and medical device innovation teams to provide advanced care for patients suffering from neurological diseases.
Kyle Grohbrugge Roanoke College
Omicron Delta Kappa Scholarship University of Colorado, Anschutz Medical Campus, D.P.T.
Kyle Grohbrugge graduated as valedictorian of her class at Roanoke College in May 2020 with a Bachelor of Science with majors in health and exercise science. At Roanoke, she served as president of Alpha Phi Omega and vice president of the National Health Preprofessional Honor Society. These organizations connected Kyle with many service opportunities. Two of her favorites were Toy Like Me, which involved modifying toys to represent children with disabilities, and Micah’s Backpack, providing lunches to children from lowincome families. Kyle was also involved with research, studying health outcomes in breast cancer survivors. She presented her analysis at the Southeast American College of Sports Medicine conference in February 2020. This research process also included building and setting up a new physical function laboratory on Roanoke’s campus. Kyle is currently enrolled at the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus, working toward her Doctor of Physical Therapy degree.
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Lauren Grace Himes Davidson College
Omicron Delta Kappa Scholarship Wake Forest University, School of Medicine, M.D. Lauren Grace Himes, a native of Nashville, graduated from Davidson College in 2018 with a Bachelor of Science with majors in chemistry and Hispanic studies. At the end of her undergraduate career, she was selected for membership in Phi Beta Kappa. While at Davidson, Lauren Grace played four years of varsity soccer and served as the Davidson Circle president. Over her undergraduate summers, she conducted research abroad in Masaya, Nicaragua, and Dusseldorf, Germany. It was during these abroad experiences that she first began to dream of practicing international medicine. After graduating from Davidson, Lauren Grace enrolled in the Wake Forest School of Medicine (WFSOM). As a medical student, she has co-chaired the Service Learning Scholars Program, served as an editor of the Oasis Literary Magazine, interpreted at the Shalom Project Clinic, and participated in the WFSOM Global Health Certificate Program. After her first year of medical school, she accepted the ASTMH Benjamin H. Kean Fellowship and other school funding to study the Nipah virus in Mangalore, India.
Communication is a vital life skill that humans use in everyday life to express ideas, wants, or needs. Through the profession of speech-language pathology, I will be able to assist those who have lost or never developed these important skills that are essential for efficient communication. — Laynee Kudrna 18 | odk.org
Laynee Kudrna University of Mary
Omicron Delta Kappa Scholarship University of Mary, School of Health Sciences, M.S. Laynee Kudrna graduated summa cum laude from the University of Mary in April 2020 with a Bachelor of Science. As an undergraduate, she majored in communication sciences and disorders. Laynee was actively involved with student organizations, including the University of Mary Circle. She held leadership positions of vice president and president in her junior and senior years. Throughout her leadership roles, Laynee organized multiple service projects, provided opportunities for all members to develop leadership qualities, and recruited new members. She also held the leadership position of president of the University of Mary’s National Student Speech-Language and Hearing Association chapter. As a graduate student, Laynee is pursuing a Master of Science, studying speech-language pathology at the University of Mary. Laynee is eager to continue her education and learn valuable skills in order to serve others as a speech-language pathologist.
My leadership position in student government had little to do with the health field, but it equipped me with tools to become a great physician. I’ve learned to articulate myself well, commit to an issue at hand, be optimistic no matter what the result is, and, most importantly, be a leader while considering the opinion of all. — Azalfa Lateef Azalfa Lateef University of South Carolina – Columbia
Omicron Delta Kappa Scholarship Medical University of South Carolina, College of Medicine, M.D. Azalfa Lateef, an Honors College graduate of the University of South Carolina – Columbia, graduated magna cum laude and with leadership distinction in research. Her undergraduate majors were biochemistry and molecular biology, and she minored in medical humanities. During her undergraduate career, Azalfa held numerous leadership positions, notably serving as the chief of staff for the student body speaker, co-president of Timmy Global Health, and president of the Dean’s Council for the Honors College. At South Carolina, Azalfa was also involved in Fragile X research, where she has helped develop a physiological phenotype for women with the FMR1 premutation. She presented her research at the prestigious Annual Meeting of the Society of Psychophysiological Research, an international, peer-reviewed conference not geared toward undergraduate research. She was also selected for the Obama Foundation Community Leadership Corps, where she curated medical kits for the homeless and distributed them to those in need. Azalfa is enrolled in the Medical University of South Carolina’s College of Medicine, and she aspires to become a cardiologist.
Ashlyn Lovell Auburn University
Katharine Cater (Auburn University) Scholarship Samford University, School of Health Professions, M.S. Ashlyn Lovell graduated from Auburn University in May 2020. She earned a bachelor’s degree with a major in biomedical sciences and a minor in Spanish. During her time at Auburn University, Ashlyn worked various jobs in the medical field. These roles included a summer internship on the one-day surgery floor of Children’s Hospital in Birmingham, a scribe position in family medicine, and a medical assistant at the Auburn Dermatology and Skin Cancer Center. Ashlyn also served on Auburn’s Student Government Association as a cabinet director, and she was active with the Auburn Circle’s Homecoming Committee. Ashlyn is currently enrolled in the Physician Assistant Studies program at Samford University. She has always dreamed of working in the medical field and having the knowledge and skills to serve others and provide health care. With her minor in Spanish, Ashlyn plans to continue her education in learning the language to eventually travel internationally and lead medical mission trips to countries in need.
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Caitlin McCosh Bryant University
Omicron Delta Kappa Scholarship Bryant University, M.B.A.
Caitlin McCosh graduated summa cum laude from Bryant University in May 2020 with a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a double concentration in marketing and team and project management. Apart from her studies during her undergraduate career, Caitlin was the president of Bryant’s co-ed Club Tennis Team, which was awarded New England Tennis on Campus Club of the Year for the 2019-20 season. She was also vice president of the Bryant Marketing Association and vice president of the Bryant University Circle. In addition, Caitlin was fortunate enough to have three internships in the past three years. In Summer 2018, she interned as the voice at BJ’s Wholesale Club. In 2019, she was a sales management intern at PepsiCo. Caitlin recently completed a marketing internship with Philadelphia Insurance. She is now enrolled in Bryant University’s one-year M.B.A. program and is excited about her future business career.
Alexis Milton Megan McLaughlin University of Richmond
Omicron Delta Kappa Scholarship University of Miami, Miller School of Medicine | Public Health Sciences, M.D., M.P.H. Megan McLaughlin graduated summa cum laude with a Bachelor of Arts from the University of Richmond in 2019. She majored in healthcare studies, minored in chemistry, and spent a semester abroad studying community health in India, South Africa, and Brazil. Megan is a member of Phi Beta Kappa, Sigma Pi Pi, Mortar Board, and Phi Eta Sigma honor societies. She worked at the campus gym and the science computer lab. In addition, Megan was a healthcare studies teaching assistant and a resident assistant. She held internships with Celtic Healthcare, CrossOver Clinic, and the Health Wagon. As president of United2Heal, Megan helped collect surplus medical equipment and organize their shipments abroad. Megan also held leadership roles through the Chaplaincy’s Spirituality Cub and Green UR, the campus sustainability club. As a volunteer, she split her time between the Bon Air Juvenile Correctional Center, Rubicon’s Addiction Treatment Program, and the Student Health Center. Megan is currently enrolled in the University of Miami’s four-year Doctor of Medicine/Master of Public Health dual degree program.
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Concordia College
Omicron Delta Kappa Scholarship University of Minnesota, Humphrey School of Public Affairs, M.H.R.
Alexis Milton graduated from Concordia College in May 2019 with a bachelor’s degree with majors in communications and business. They graduated cum laude as a Presidential Scholar, a CREDO Honor’s Scholar, and a member of Lambda Pi Eta. Alexis was also the winner of the Outstanding Community Builder Award. They held many campus and community leadership positions, including roles in Residence Life, Admissions, Campus Ministry, Concordia’s Sexuality and Gender Alliance, and Fargo-Moorhead PRIDE. Alexis participated in Concordia’s drag show fundraiser for Kaleidoscope, a local LGBTQIA+ youth group. They also spoke about sexual orientation and gender identity advocacy at the NEW Leadership Conference in 2018 and the Midwest Bisexual Lesbian Gay Transgender Asexual College Conference in 2019. After obtaining their bachelor’s degree, Alexis served in AmeriCorps and its College Possible program as a flagship senior coach. In this role, Alexis advised first-generation, lower-income high school students through the process of applying to and enrolling in college. Alexis is now earning their master’s degree in human rights at the University of Minnesota.
Krista O’Connor SUNY Oneonta Omicron Delta Kappa Scholarship Russell Sage College, School of Health Sciences, M.S. Krista O’Connor is pursuing her master’s degree in occupational therapy at Russell Sage College in Troy, New York. She has proven her leadership through her roles as a graduate assistant and an AOTA/NYSOTA representative in the Student Occupational Therapy Association. Krista is also a proud member of PTE, a specialized honor society for occupational therapy students. Before her studies at Russell Sage, Krista attended SUNY Oneonta, where she was active in O∆K, Oneonta Pre-Health Club, and several other honor societies. She graduated magna cum laude with a Bachelor of Science with a major in human biology. Krista’s passion for helping others inspired her to pursue a career in occupational therapy. She values lifelong learning and intends to pursue a doctorate in occupational therapy. One of Krista’s career goals is to open a private practice that specializes in pediatric occupational therapy. She also hopes to be a leader in her field and one day give the Eleanor Clarke Slagle Lecture, one of the highest honors within the American Occupational Therapy Association.
While service, scholarship, creativity, and leadership have always been important to me, Omicron Delta Kappa reminds me of the significance of these attributes, and I am grateful to have been accepted into an organization that values them. — Signe Parsiola Signe Parsiola Louisiana State University
John Karlem Riess Scholarship Tulane University, Tulane University Law School, J.D. Signe Parsiola graduated from Louisiana State University (LSU) in 2018 with a bachelor’s degree in accounting. Signe participated in Omicron Delta Kappa and Phi Kappa Phi honor societies, and she was a member of Delta Delta Delta sorority where she served as the committee chairman of social events. Signe was also selected as a Gamma Chi recruitment leader by LSU’s Panhellenic Council. During her time at LSU, Signe worked as a research assistant in the Mass Communications Department and as a bookkeeping intern for an accounting firm. Signe is now enrolled in law school at Tulane University Law School, where she is a member of the Tulane Maritime Law Journal and a senior fellow in the Legal Research and Writing program. The Circle • Annual Report 2020 | 21
Kal Parvanov
Samantha Protexter
Lake Forest College
Morningside College
Kal Parvanov graduated summa cum laude from Lake Forest College (LFC) in May 2020, earning a Bachelor of Arts with majors in mathematics and economics. During his time at college, Kal was a member of the Mathematics Student Advisory Committee, which had the important task of providing vital student feedback about the department’s initiatives and curriculum changes. He also served as treasurer for the LFC Circle in his junior year, assisting with event planning and managing the circle’s finances.
Samantha Protexter graduated summa cum laude from Morningside College, earning a Bachelor of Science with a major in biology, a Bachelor of Arts with a major in chemistry, and minors in mathematics and psychology. During her time at Morningside College, she held executive roles in the Pre-Professional Health Club, the Chemistry Club, the Math Club, Beta Beta Beta, and Omicron Delta Kappa. For two years, Samantha worked as a student tutor in the Academic Support Center, helping students with biology and chemistry.
In addition, Kal also started the Quantitative Finance Club, promoting a data-scientific and statistical approach to trading in lieu of the industry’s current trends. He is currently enrolled in the applied mathematics doctoral program at the University of Colorado Boulder, where he intends to study stochastic processes, probability, and partial differential equations.
Samantha worked as a pharmacy technician outside of school and spent many hours observing physical therapists in various settings. She is currently enrolled in the Doctor of Physical Therapy Program at Briar Cliff University. Eventually, Samantha hopes to specialize in neurological physical therapy in honor of her stepfather, who passed away in 2015 after a courageous fight against a stage-four glioblastoma brain tumor.
Omicron Delta Kappa Scholarship University of Colorado Boulder, Graduate School, Ph.D.
Laura C. Rativa Southwestern University
Rupert Nelson Latture Scholarship University of Texas at Austin, University of Texas School of Law, J.D. Laura C. Rativa graduated from Southwestern University (SU) in May 2020 with a Bachelor of Arts with a major in political science. She also received a Bachelor of Arts with a major in communication studies. At Southwestern, she was on the Dean’s List all semesters and president of the SU Circle. Laura was also a Hatton W. Sumners Scholar, a Pi Sigma Alpha National Political Science Honor Society member, and a Lambda Pi Eta National Communication Studies Honor Society member. Additionally, she was the Pre-Law
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John D. Morgan Scholarship Briar Cliff University, D.P.T.
Society president, Delta Delta Delta Sorority vice president, Mock Trial Team member, and Student Foundation Executive Council member. Laura also served as a Free Speech and Civil Discourse Project intern. Laura was awarded the 2019 Newman Civic Fellowship, named Junior Class Student of the Year in 2019, and recognized with the Overall Leader Award in 2020. She is currently enrolled in the University of Texas School of Law as a Juris Doctor candidate.
Jack Scheutzow University of Richmond
University of Richmond (Stephen D. Bisese) Scholarship Stony Brook University, Renaissance School of Medicine, M.D.
Alexis Riep Eastern Kentucky University Eastern Kentucky University Scholarship University of Baltimore, University of Baltimore School of Law, J.D.
Lexi Riep graduated from Eastern Kentucky University (EKU) this past May. She majored in criminal justice and minored in political science. In addition to her involvement in the EKU Circle, Lexi was also a member of three other honor societies. She was a member of Alpha Lambda Delta, vice president of Phi Kappa Phi, and president of the National Society of Collegiate Scholars. Lexi was also involved with the university’s honors program. Lexi was a Rodney Gross Scholar, a NOVA member, and a McNair Scholar. She participated in two different mentor programs and mock trial competitions. She presented her honors thesis and participated in poster presentations at the capitol for the Commonwealth of Kentucky. Lexi worked two jobs and graduated in the top ten percent of her class. Now enrolled at the University of Baltimore School of Law, Lexi hopes to stay in Maryland and work for the Innocence Project in Baltimore.
Jack Scheutzow graduated from the University of Richmond (UR) in May 2020 with a Bachelor of Science degree with majors in biochemistry and molecular biology. He also received a Bachelor of Arts degree, with departmental honors, in French. While at UR, Jack completed undergraduate research, examining how specific genes influence heme tolerance in a bacterium found within tsetse flies. He also performed research at Yale University’s School of Public Health, studying how to use microbial symbionts to reduce disease vector competence. Jack was actively involved in recruiting prospective students for the Office of Admission, where he served as a student ambassador and senior intern. He also worked as a teaching assistant for the departments of chemistry and French. For three years, Jack served as the president of the Men’s Club Volleyball team, organizing tournaments and fundraising events. He also volunteered with the Wellness Education Bandits on campus. Currently, Jack is enrolled at the Renaissance School of Medicine at Stony Brook University and plans to become a pediatric ophthalmologist.
Katie J. Singley Loyola University Maryland
Omicron Delta Kappa Scholarship Drexel University, Dornsife School of Public Health, Ph.D. Katie Singley graduated from Loyola University Maryland in 2020 with a psychology major and statistics minor. She graduated with honors in psychology. Katie served in various leadership and mentor roles throughout her time at Loyola. As a member of the Omicron Delta Kappa executive board, Katie participated in many of Loyola’s Office of Student Engagement’s extracurricular activities such as the Student Leadership Corps, RoadTrip, and the Messina Program. While at Loyola, Katie completed various undergraduate research projects. The most notable of her research experience includes a two-semester psychology research seminar, where she examined historical and modern racial discrimination of drug use and addiction. Katie also completed two psychology field experiences at Keswick Multi-Care Center and Villa Maria School. For the past four years, she worked for the Office of Advancement’s phone-a-thon program to fundraise for Loyola University’s Annual Evergreen Fund. Katie is currently enrolled in graduate school at Drexel University’s Dornsife School of Public Health and plans to pursue a Ph.D. in public health. The Circle • Annual Report 2020 | 23
Nicole Thornton University of Miami
Laura Larissa Morgan (University of Miami) Scholarship Nova Southeastern University, Patel College of Allopathic Medicine, M.D.
Madison Stephens Auburn University
Katherine Cater (Auburn University) Scholarship University of Montevallo, Department of Communications Sciences and Disorders, M.S. Madison Stephens graduated from Auburn University in May 2020, summa cum laude, with a Bachelor of Science with a communication disorders major. She also earned double minors in psychology and human development and family studies. In addition to being a member of O∆K, Madison is an inductee of Rho Lambda Leadership, Cardinal Key, Lambda Sigma, and Phi Eta Sigma honor societies. She is also a member of the National Society of Collegiate Scholars. During her undergraduate career, Madison received several awards, including the Social Sorority Foundation, Spirit of Auburn University, AOD Federal Credit Union, and ALFA Insurance Foundation scholarships. She was also the 2018 recipient of the Stone Award for Leadership. Madison is currently attending graduate school at the University of Montevallo on a Graduate Honors Scholarship, working on a degree in speech-language pathology. Madison is looking forward to the opportunity to continue making a positive impact in the lives of each client and family she encounters.
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Nicole Thornton is a proud graduate of the University of Miami (UM), where she earned her Bachelor of Science with a major in biomedical engineering in 2019. She served as the UM Circle’s vice president. In this role, she arranged the induction of two classes of new members and enjoyed sharing O∆K’s ideals with new members and seeing their pride upon tapping. During her time at Miami, Nicole also worked as a resident assistant and peer tutor. Additionally, she served as the student senator for the College of Engineering and participated in microbiology research. Pursuing her love for science and helping others, Nicole is now enrolled in medical school at the Nova Southeastern University Dr. Kiran C. Patel College of Allopathic Medicine. She is currently serving as the Pediatric Interest Group president and working on medical education projects. Nicole plans on entering the field of pediatrics upon her graduation.
Laurel Tipps Lincoln Memorial University
Scott R. Goodale Memorial Endowed Scholarship University of Georgia, College of Veterinary Medicine, D.V.M. Laurel Tipps graduated magna cum laude from Lincoln Memorial University (LMU) in May 2020 with a bachelor’s degree in veterinary health sciences. Laurel was a member of LMU’s NCAA Division II tennis team, where she led as captain during her sophomore and junior years. In addition, she served as a team representative on the Student Athlete Advisory Committee. She was a leader in LMU’s First-Year Experience program, where she aided first-year students in their transition to college. While at Lincoln, Laurel completed research on the healing and health benefits of Tennessee flora and contributed to a similar study of Appalachian flora under one of her professors. Aside from tennis and animals, Laurel has a passion for student government, which she was involved in throughout her undergraduate career. She served as freshman and sophomore class presidents, chief clerk, and SGA president during her senior year. Laurel is currently enrolled in veterinary school at the University of Georgia and plans to become a mixed animal veterinarian and a college professor.
Megan Wade University of Nebraska – Omaha
Omicron Delta Kappa Scholarship
Megan Wade graduated cum laude from the University of Nebraska – Omaha (UNO) with a Bachelor of Science with a major in emergency management and public health and intelligence and security concentrations. She also earned minors in political science and public health. Megan served as president of the UNO Circle for two years and participated as a delegate at O∆K’s 2019 conclave. She held many leadership positions on campus and in the community, including service as a student government senator, manager of the school’s newspaper, and disaster response volunteer with Team Rubicon. Through volunteering with local disaster response organizations, Megan became interested in public health. Currently, she works as the coordinator for the Eastern Nebraska/Western Iowa Medical Reserve Corps. She plans to attend Columbia University in Fall 2021, where she will pursue a Master of Public Health with studies focused on sociomedical sciences and a certification in global health.
Jenna Walmer Bridgewater College
Omicron Delta Kappa Scholarship West Chester University, College of Arts and Humanities, M.A. | College of the Sciences and Mathematics, M.A.
Jenna Walmer graduated from Bridgewater College in May 2019 with a bachelor’s degree with a major in global studies. She graduated magna cum laude and as a Flory Fellow Scholar. Currently, Jenna is enrolled in two Master of Arts programs at West Chester University: Holocaust and Genocide Studies and General Psychology. In her first year of graduate school, she presented at the Association of Women in Psychology Conference, James A. Barnes Graduate Student History Conference, and New Directions in the Humanities Conference. Jenna also co-wrote a forthcoming book chapter on diary studies in higher education. Jenna received the Graduate Student Association Award and Frederick Douglass Institute Award at West Chester. Outside of her academic endeavors, she is the graduate assistant for the Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. In Fall 2020, Jenna looks forward to continuing this position and adding a role with the Holocaust and Genocide Studies department. In her free time, she enjoys coaching swimming at a local YMCA.
William Zouzas University of Massachusetts – Lowell Omicron Delta Kappa Scholarship
William Zouzas, a student at University of Massachusetts – Lowell (UML), is currently completing a six-month RandD Engineering Coop at NxStage Medical, a company that develops and manufactures systems to treat chronic kidney disease. After finishing his coop, William will graduate from UML. He plans to pursue a master’s degree in biomedical engineering and biotechnology at UML and a Ph.D. in biomedical engineering. While at UML, William received the O∆K Circle Leader of the Year Award from his circle. He was also the secretary for the circle in the 2019-20 academic year. In addition to his O∆K involvement, William was a calculus and chemistry peer tutor. He also recently completed an Honors College Research Fellowship, analyzing the effect of an exoskeleton when lifting is involved at the NERVE Center in Lowell. William also served as the vice president of eNable Lowell, designing and creating 3D printed assistive devices for children with upper limb differences.
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Awards
RECOGNIZING OUTSTANDING AND DEDICATED SERVICE TO THE SOCIETY
JOHN “JACK” D. MORGAN AWARD FOR LIFETIME SERVICE
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Thomas J. Vukovich
homas J. Vukovich (University of Akron, 1977) served as faculty secretary of the Theta Circle for 12 years, was a province faculty director, and a member of the General Council. He twice served as the National Vice President for Circle Standards. In that role, Tom also served on the Foundation Board of Trustees. More recently, Tom participated in the review and selection of scholarship recipients and served on the Comprehensive Campaign Planning Committee. He received the Distinguished Service Key from the Society (now the Cheryl M. Hogle Distinguished Service Award) in 2002. Upon his retirement, Tom and his wife, Dr. Diane Vukovich, established the Vukovich Regional Scholarship. They are also supporting the Vukovich Leadership Development Grant Fund as part of the comprehensive campaign. Tom is an emeritus trustee of the Omicron Delta Kappa Society and Educational Foundation, and he currently serves on the Board Awards Subcommittee.
ROBERT MORLAN AND ROBERT L. BISHOP OUTSTANDING CIRCLE OFFICER AWARD
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Susan M. Lyons
he 2020 Morlan Bishop Outstanding Circle Officer honoree is Susan M. Lyons, a 2013 initiate of the Middle Tennessee State University Circle. She currently serves as the circle coordinator and has been involved with the circle for the last seven years. Susan’s nominator wrote, “Susan fully supports and embodies the O∆K Idea. She is an inclusive leader who wants everyone to be involved. Susan has done an amazing job recruiting new members over the years and has sought to make the on-boarding process easy for new members.” Susan has also served the Society by helping with the local arrangements for the 2018 convention in Nashville and by serving on the National Leadership Conference Selection Committee.
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CHERYL M. HOGLE DISTINGUISHED SERVICE AWARDS
Michelle R. Burke
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ichelle R. Burke is a 1997 initiate of the Chi Circle at the University of South Carolina. Since then, she has served the Society in a wide range of capacities. For many years, Michelle served as an advisor to the Grand Valley State University (GVSU) Circle. As a national leader in O∆K, Michelle served as a regional director, member of the Society Board of Directors, chair of the National Advisory Council, and National Vice President. Michelle was also the co-chair of the commission on the national convention, and she was instrumental in planning the 2016 convention held on the GVSU campus. She also supported the Society through her work with the Membership Committee and numerous other working groups.
Bruce D. Forbes
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ruce D. Forbes was a founding member of the Morningside College when it was chartered in May 1983. He was active with the circle as its long-time faculty advisor, and he has served Omicron Delta Kappa, at the national level, in a variety of capacities. In addition to being a member of the Society Board of Directors, Bruce served as the chair of the National Advisory Council and as National Vice President. He has also served on various committees, including a term as chair of the Membership Committee. Bruce is currently a member of the Board Awards Subcommittee and an emeritus trustee. He was inducted into the Five Star Society in 2018.
ELDRIDGE W. ROARK, JR. MERITORIOUS SERVICE AWARDS
Thomas G. Goodale
Thomas G. Goodale (University of Florida, 1974) has supported Omicron Delta Kappa’s work throughout his career. He served as the Society’s executive director from 2009-12. In this role, Tom oversaw the 2010 and 2012 national conventions and the organization’s move from Lexington, Kentucky to Lexington, Virginia. He and his team raised more than $400,000 to purchase the Society’s headquarters building. During his tenure, 14 new circles were chartered, and he laid the groundwork for the celebration of the Society’s centennial. Tom has remained active in the Society by serving as a scholarship reviewer. He and his family also established the Scott R. Goodale Memorial Endowed Scholarship in memory of his late son.
C. William McKee
C. William McKee was instrumental in the establishment of the Cumberland University Circle when it was chartered in 1996. In recognition of his decades of service to the circle as a founding member and its faculty advisor, he was inducted into O∆K’s Five Star Society in 2018. Bill has served Cumberland University in various capacities, including as a member of the faculty and dean of students. Currently, he is serving as the university provost. The members of the circle who nominated him for this honor indicated their appreciation for his continued administrative support, generous personal monthly giving to the circle, recruitment of new members, and investment of his time in the priorities set by the circle.
Dennis A. Pruitt, Sr.
Throughout his career, Dennis A. Pruitt (University of South Carolina – Columbia, 1984) has been a champion for Omicron Delta Kappa and the Chi Circle. He currently serves South Carolina as the institution’s vice president for student affairs. Dennis has been an active member of the circle since his initiation by nominating inductees, attending events, and generously supporting the circle’s advisors. His leadership also led the establishment of an Omicron Delta Kappa meeting room in the University of South Carolina’s student union. Early in his professional career, Dennis attended the historic 1974 O∆K convention to advocate for the initiation of women into the Society. The Circle • Annual Report 2020 | 27
DIVERSITY, EQUITY, AND INCLUSIVITY
Awards
During the 2019-20 academic year, the Society established two new awards. The Andristine M. Robinson Champion Award for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusivity. This award will be presented annually to an individual, circle, institution, or program that has demonstrated or fostered a welcoming and inclusive environment that promotes diversity and inclusion within O∆K circles or nationally. It is named in honor of former National Vice President and Trustee Andristine M. Robinson (St. Mary’s College of Maryland, 1999), and she was the first recipient of the award. The second award is the O∆K Community Commitment Award for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusivity. This award honors those individual members who consistently promote an inclusive campus and/or community; demonstrate an ongoing commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusivity; and show an appreciation for the fact that diversity is integral to healthy and productive communities. Information about the national awards program is located at odk.org/get-involved/awards/.
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Welcome
MILLERSVILLE UNIVERSITY
he newest and only circle of Omicron Delta Kappa to be installed in the 2019-20 academic year was at Millersville University of Pennsylvania. The university’s president, Dr. Daniel A. Wubah, became familiar with O∆K during his tenure at Washington and Lee University. One of his first initiatives as president at Millersville was to establish a circle so that his new institution could recognize and develop collegiate leaders. Wubah said, “This expansion of our leadership program will provide a unique opportunity for Millersville University students to enhance and acknowledge
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their leadership development, connection with their peers, and further impact our local and global communities.” Linda Hooks, the 2019-20 chair of O∆K’s Mission Committee and professor of economics at Washington and Lee University, was the installing officer for the chartering ceremony held on Dec. 2, 2019. Millersville University’s charter group of more than 30 members included faculty, staff, administrators, and student leaders as founding members of the circle.
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Grants Awarded
318 Circles
1,341
Number of Donors
119 Circle Visits
FY 2020 Financial
50.5%
MEMBERSHIP INCOME
20.6%
UNRESTRICTED INCOME
16.5%
RESTRICTED INCOME
ROYALTY INCOME
Report
5.2%
3.7%
INVESTMENT INCOME
MERCHANDISE SALES INCOME (NET)
3.5%
Total Income*
$1,070,094
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1
5
Circle Chartered
Leaders of the Year
35
Scholarships Awarded
$36,901
6,134
Day of Giving Total Raised
New members
28.9%
CIRCLE VISITS, INSTALLATIONS, AND TRAVEL
23.6%
FUNDRAISING
22.8%
MANAGEMENT/ADMINISTRATION
SCHOLARSHIPS & GRANTS
8.4%
1,832
Virtual Initiation Ceremony Attendance
7.2% 7%
MEMBERSHIP SUPPLIES & MAGAZINE GOVERNANCE NATIONAL LEADERSHIP CONFERENCE
2.1%
Total Expenses
$1,049,684
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QA &
with Rick A. Bright and Gene P. Siegal
BACKGROUND
Numerous members of Omicron Delta Kappa have been on the front lines of fighting the COVID-19 crisis. Members who are nurses, physicians, home health care personnel, and other medical professionals have all been engaged in the battle, as have scientists and researchers. Two distinguished leaders recently agreed to be interviewed about the pandemic for The Circle.
Rick A. Bright, Ph.D. (Auburn University Montgomery, 1996) is a virologist and immunologist and the former director of the U. S. Biomedical Advanced Research and Development Authority (BARDA). This unit is a U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) office with various responsibilities, including the development of medical strategies and countermeasures to address biological and chemical threats, pandemic illnesses, and emerging diseases. Bright was the Auburn University Montgomery Circle Leader of the Year in 1997.
Gene P. Siegal, M.D., Ph.D. (University of Louisville,
1973) is the Robert W. Mowry Endowed Professor of Pathology at the University of Alabama at Birmingham, and since January 2018, he has served as the interim
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chair of its Department of Genetics. He holds secondary appointments as a professor of Developmental and Integrative Biology, also at UAB. In the quarter of century prior to that, he was the director of its Division of Anatomic Pathology, executive vice-chair of Pathology, and the interim chair of its Department of Pathology. Siegal is a member of the Omicron Delta Kappa Board of Trustees. These interviews have been edited for length and clarity.
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When did you first become interested in your field?
Bright: I became interested in saving lives that could be lost from pandemic outbreaks during my Ph.D. training at Emory University. I learned about the Great Influenza pandemic of 1918 alongside the continuing emergence of avian influenza viruses that could spark the next pandemic. I became keenly interested in doing all that I could do to ensure we were better prepared to stop a pandemic. Siegal: I was always interested in medicine but landed only in pathology late in medical school when I recognized I was skilled at looking through the microscope and that the field satisfied my innate desire to try to figure out the “why� as people became sick and sometimes died.
Q &A
Q:
When did you begin to get concerned about the possibility of the current coronavirus impacting the United States?
Siegal: I was at a medical meeting in California in late February 2020 when my wife and I developed “head colds” on the airplane ride home. COVID-19 was just being recognized there for the first time. It obviously raised in my mind the question, “Did we contract it, and if so, what did that mean for us and all those for whom we came in contact?” Well, happily for us, it was indeed probably another coronavirus – one of those associated with “the common cold,” but it resulted in my being focused on the COVID-19 journey we are all currently on. Bright: As a virologist and immunologist, I became concerned about the emergence of the respiratory illness from an unknown virus in early January 2020. As reports appeared about the rapid and wide spread of the virus in Wuhan, China, alongside reports of healthcare workers who were shaving their heads to enter patient rooms and unable to leave the hospital for fear of spreading the virus, I realized that this was going to become a major issue. By mid-to-late January, there were reports of human-human transmission and reports of the virus infecting people outside of China. It was quite clear then that this virus was going to become a global challenge and, most likely, a pandemic.
Q:
What should we expect of our leaders in facing a global pandemic?
Q:
What would be your primary piece of advice to students and others on campuses during the 2020-21 academic year?
Bright: I have learned that Americans have an amazing amount of resiliency and can handle the truth – if they can trust their leaders. It was absolutely critical to be honest about the risk and dangers of this pandemic virus as early as January. If Americans were told of the true risk, how easily the virus could spread to others, critical things they could do to slow the spread, and then seen those actions modeled by their leaders at all levels, I honestly believe that we would have significantly fewer infections and deaths. We also need to know who to trust to be honest with us. With the development of drugs and vaccines at an unprecedented pace, we need to know that there are scientists at the helm of assuring the safety and benefit of those drugs and vaccines. This is where political leadership would be best to step aside and let the science lead, not politics. This is the only way to get the trust of people, and the only way we will navigate through this pandemic and back to a normal life.
Bright: You are not immortal. I know it seems like you are young, healthy, strong, and can withstand a lot of pain and even sickness. However, it is really important to understand how your actions impact others around you who are perhaps a few more steps removed from collegiate superpowers. Even if you can survive the coronavirus The Circle • Annual Report 2020 | 33
infection, you can easily spread it to someone who can’t. It doesn’t have to be an older person. It can be almost anyone around you who, for some reason, maybe more susceptible to the virus, or they might transfer the virus from you to someone in their family or community who will die. I realize the challenge of social distancing and wearing a mask as an older adult. I imagine that it is that much more challenging to do while socializing as a young adult. This is a great opportunity to hone your leadership skills. Be a role model for others. Siegal: For all intents and purposes, there is only one truth, and that truth lies in science whose sole reason for existence is to explain the rules of organization, of nature – be it of life forms or quantum mechanics. One should dedicate themselves to gathering knowledge as we know it, recognizing there is still much we still don’t know.
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What do you see as the role of collaboration in addressing the current pandemic?
Siegal: No one is the keeper of all knowledge. True international collaboration is our best chance to get to a winning answer the quickest. Among all the hype about how the Chinese released this virus on humankind – no one seems to remember it was Chinese scientists who were able to sequence the entire viral genome. This gave us our first good understanding of what it looks like and where to attack it. Further, they did it in a couple of weeks, where a few years ago, it would have taken many months-to-years. Then, they immediately released this critical information to the world.
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Q:
What are your thoughts about where things stand right now, both in the U.S. and worldwide, in terms of the pandemic?
Bright: I think that we have a lot more of the pandemic in front of us than we have behind us. I base this on historical records of pandemics, newly emerging viruses, and the fact that we still don’t have an effective treatment or vaccine (that I believe is still nearly a year away at best). Many people, especially younger adults, are still not following simple public health guidelines to slow the spread of the virus. I also think that there is a lack of global alignment, sharing, and coordination of information and resources to help bring an end to the pandemic globally. There are too many examples of nationalism that are actually counterproductive to ending a global crisis. We will not end this pandemic in the U.S. or any country until we end it everywhere. The virus will continue to circulate the globe, expanding in vulnerable populations, and re-spreading to other nations until we have widespread immunity to the virus. This will only happen once we have safe and effective vaccines, and they are administered in people around the globe. This is going to require a lot more global collaboration and resource sharing than we are seeing today. There are signs of hope, and some great organizations are working very hard to make this happen. We just need to see a whole lot more of it urgently. Siegal: We’re bouncing around without a unified national strategy – awaiting the next spike, which will surely come. It doesn’t have to be this way, but it requires true leadership to say we’re doing this wrong, and we’re going to change to try to save ourselves. It remains very doubtful whether a truly effective, safe, and long-lasting vaccine can be developed (we have never to date accomplished such a feat with a coronavirus) – so what’s the back-up plan to minimize death and disease? ●
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Leading and Adapting IN THE TIME OF PANDEMIC
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COLLABORATION AND INTERGENERATIONAL INTERACTIONS ARE STALWARTS OF O∆K’S MISSION AND VISION. Historically, circles conduct
in-person membership selection, business meetings, and leadership development programming. Facing the COVID-19 pandemic, our circles were forced to be creative and innovative. Omicron Delta Kappa rapidly responded to the new dynamics as students left their colleges and universities. Plans for spring initiation ceremonies and the 2020 National Leadership Conference were changed. Read more to learn about how the Society adapted.
VIRTUAL INITIATION CEREMONIES By the end of March 2020, the National Headquarters developed a strategy to help circles by providing virtual initiation ceremonies. Revised initiation guidelines were distributed, and imagery for accompanying presentations was developed. Strategies for broadcasting the ceremonies, whether for one specific circle or multiple circles, were implemented. Most significantly, two National Virtual Initiation Ceremonies were held representing 44 circles with 1,196 attendees. As it became evident that the on-campus distribution of membership emblems would be challenging, the headquarters team sent individual welcome packages including pins, certificates, and other items to nearly 900 new members. Omicron Delta Kappa will continue to support circles by providing the National Virtual Initiation Ceremony throughout the fall semester. These ceremonies will again be live-streamed on the ODK HQ YouTube channel (note the D instead of the ∆ if one wishes to search for the channel on YouTube) so circle members, family, and friends can witness the ceremony. The recorded spring national ceremonies may be viewed on the ODK HQ channel as well.
VIRTUAL NATIONAL AWARDS CEREMONY For months, the 2020 National Leadership Conference Planning Team regularly met in preparation for the annual conference, which was scheduled for June 4-7 in Lexington, Kentucky. With the pandemic and related restrictions on travel, the decision was made to cancel the in-person conference.
Each year, one of the highlights of the conference has been the awards ceremony. In the interest of making certain that all of the honorees’ accomplishments and contributions were appropriately recognized, the Society hosted a Virtual National Awards Ceremony on June 28. This program, emceed by former National Awards Committee Chair and Trustee Mike James, featured the service award winners, along with the newest inductees into the Five Star Society. One of the program’s highlights was the announcement of O∆K’s two new Diversity, Equity, and Inclusivity Awards. More information about this year’s awards recipients may be found on pp. 26-27. The program also celebrated this year’s Gen. Russell E. Dougherty National Leader of the Year honorees (profiles of these exceptional students are on pp. 8-9). The recording of the ceremony may also be found on the ODK HQ YouTube channel.
NATIONAL LEADERSHIP CONFERENCE It was a difficult but necessary decision to cancel the 2020 National Leadership Conference. Stephen Dominy, NLC Conference Chair, and the members of the programming and local arrangements committees spent more than a year working on the details for the annual gathering. However, many individuals in this group of dedicated volunteers have spent the summer months developing strategies for sharing the conference programming in other formats. O∆K is proud to announce Listen Up O∆K Leaders – our Society’s first-ever podcast series. These podcasts will be held once a month throughout the fall semester, and members may access them through Spotify, Google Play, Amazon Music, and Apple Podcasts. Featured speakers and topics include personal leadership, civic engagement, DEI leadership, and career development. While this particular series of programs have been developed with the current collegiate membership in mind, the Society is exploring hosting other leadership-focused podcasts and webinars for a broader audience throughout the year. The 2021 National Leadership Conference is also being planned as a virtual event. Information about the dates and programming for the 2021 NLC will be posted soon on the O∆K website (odk.org). ●
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In Your Words... Willie L. Banks, Jr.
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his year (2020) has been interesting, and that may be the understatement of the year. With a majority of the country trying to find a sense of normalcy living with COVID-19 in our daily lives, we are a nation in turmoil as the senseless killings of black and brown bodies continues to shed light on what it truly means to be a black or brown person living in these United States. As I am writing this article, I am now seeing and reading the horrific story of Jacob Blake in Kenosha, Wisconsin, who was shot in the back seven times by police officers as he was trying to get into his car to drive his children home. We will say his name and add it to the long list of names that countless individuals have been saying for years. We will continue to say George Floyd, Breonna Taylor, Amhed Aubry, and others that have lost their lives to violence. In these times, I often wonder, do Black Lives
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Matter? How can we, as Americans, continue to let this happen? And what are we going to do to change this trajectory? Honestly, it will take a lot of soulsearching from everyone to address these issues, and I mean everyone. I believe our collegiate members of Omicron Delta Kappa are uniquely positioned to lead and make changes in our communities. Why do I say this? I know our O∆K members are already leaders on our campuses. They exemplify leadership and what leadership should look like in the 21st century. Our members are in the top 35% of their academic class. All members must be leaders in one of the broad phases of collegiate life celebrated by O∆K: scholarship, athletics, service, communications, and the arts. We were founded with the intention of bringing together a broad range of student leaders representing different aspects of campus involvement.
We expect our circles to recruit and offer membership equally. Circles are expected to apply the same standards for grade point averages or levels of leadership requirements in tapping or selecting members. Our recruitment guidelines have been strengthened to clarify Omicron Delta Kappa’s commitment to being inherently fair in selecting new initiates based on our membership standards. When I was initiated at the University of Georgia Circle in 2002, I remember listening to the initiation ceremony and being surprised at hearing individual references to George Washington and Robert E. Lee. Our Board of Trustees has since learned that beginning in 1957, language about the Society’s origins, which included these references to George Washington and Robert E. Lee as leaders, was added to the history section of our initiation ceremony. However, these personal references were not in the original membership
in your words ceremony, and neither man was involved in our organization since they were deceased long before the Society’s founding in 1914. I know that many of our members from underrepresented populations have questioned why a ceremony, designed to welcome new individuals into our Society, held up only these two men as examples of leadership. While I was not a member of the governing board at the time, having been a circle advisor, I thought it was appropriate when the then Society Board of Directors voted in January 2018 to remove these individual references to Washington and Lee from the initiation ritual. This revision to the initiation ceremony was an essential step in conveying to current and incoming O∆K members that all types of leaders are welcome. The Society first issued its Diversity Statement more than a decade ago. We expanded our Equal Opportunity Statement in 2015 to clarify that the Society’s programs, activities, and membership selection practices shall be free of bias. Since that same year, our organization has had a volunteer leadership group focused on diversity, equity, and inclusivity. In spite of our recent progress, I believe that there is much more we need to do. Our National Headquarters staff is not diverse. Since 2013, only one full-time employee has been a person of color. While I know the citizens of Lexington, Virginia (where our headquarters are located), are having the difficult conversations about Lexington's cultural heritage and its institutions, our address may make it challenging to recruit and retain a diverse staff. Personally, I was surprised and unsettled to see a large Confederate flag flying alongside the interstate leading into Lexington
when I came to visit the headquarters in the summer of 2019. Our Board of Trustees has 29 positions. At present, there are six open trustee-at-large positions on the board. Of the current board members, there are ten women and 13 men. There are seven individuals from under-represented populations (30% of the sitting 23 board members); however, when one looks at the current 13 at-large trustees (those individuals representing the more than 330,000-lifetime members of the Society), only two trustees are people of color (15%). We can do more to actively recruit a governing board that reflects the diversity found in our membership. Our Board of Trustees also approved several structural changes in response to the survey recommendations and other feedback received throughout the earlier part of this year. The Diversity, Equity, and Inclusivity Committee was made a governing committee (meaning that it is now identified as part of the National Bylaws and tied to the Board of Trustees). All of the other governing committees of the Board (Executive, Development, Finance, Governance and Trusteeship, and Mission) have also been formally charged with considering how each committee's work reflects the Society's commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusivity. The position of National Diversity Officer was established, and I am pleased that Moneque Walker-Pickett (University of Miami, 1994) has agreed to serve in this role. New awards celebrating those individuals, circles, and communities which embrace and champion diversity, equity, and inclusivity have been established. Plans are in development to determine how best to collect
demographic data about Omicron Delta Kappa’s members. With the support of The Boulé Foundation, work continues to expand the Society’s presence at HBCU institutions. Our gift of membership program has received additional funding so that individuals with financial need may have the opportunity to join and develop as leaders through O∆K. These are all concrete action steps. However, I believe that Omicron Delta Kappa needs to do more. We need to be an organization that is openly committed to social justice. By saying this, I am not advocating for the Society to become a political organization. That is not our mission or our purpose. However, as an organization which celebrates and develops leadership, we need to engage in difficult conversations about our organization’s history and heritage, how we can provide support for leaders of all backgrounds, and how we can prepare today’s collegiate leaders to be tomorrow’s community leaders with an understanding of how to work with diverse populations. Our traditions of leadership, as well as our past, current, and prospective members, expect nothing less. By understanding where we could have more openly embraced social justice and realizing our potential to champion ethical and inclusive leadership, Omicron Delta Kappa will continue to advance its mission of bringing together diverse individuals to collaborate on matters of campus and community concern. As a mission, it is critically important to the future of our country and our world. ● Willie L. Banks, Jr. is the chair-elect of the Omicron Delta Kappa Society and Educational Foundation Board of Trustees. The Circle • Annual Report 2020 | 39
LEADERSHIP IN THE TIME OF CORONAVIRUS
Impact on Higher Education, Markets, and the General Economy by Holly D. Gordon Three members of Omicron Delta Kappa were interviewed this fall and asked about the consequences of the COVID-19 crisis on different aspects of American life. John Thelin (University of Kentucky, 2000) is a university research professor in the history of higher education and public policy at Kentucky. David Lyons (University of Richmond, 2017) is the chief operating officer at Lowe, Brockenbrough & Company, a firm that assists non-profit organizations and educational institutions with management of investments and endowments. Christine Chmura (University of Richmond, 2014) is the chief executive officer and chief economist at Chmura Economics and Analytics, a labor market and data analysis firm. Holly D. Gordon is a 2001 initiate of the University of Richmond Circle.
FACING HARSH REALITIES AND CRITICISM IN HIGHER EDUCATION In addition to canceling in-person classes, higher education institutions had to make tough decisions when established features of college life, including commencement and NCAA championships, had to be suspended back in March. John Thelin thinks that took a great deal of courage. He said, “They were hard, but good, choices.” Summer provided a natural break for operations. For a lot of the American public, there was a sense the crisis would be over soon. There was a genuine desire for all involved – students, deans, parents, staff – to re-open campuses in a traditional way. “That’s a tribute to how highly-regarded colleges are. Americans are fond of colleges. We like them, we want our children to go there. We want to go to their libraries, their events, their athletics,” Thelin remarked. Administrators made efforts to approximate genuine re-openings, but as more data and public health information became available, personnel had to acknowledge the many unknowns. “This is not the flu. It’s life-changing for students, institutions,” Thelin pointed out. He also indicated that he thought most leaders were decisive about the choices facing the schools. In consideration of why there seemed to be an especially fervent public response to teachers and higher education, Thelin said, “Some of that anger is off-handed testimony of how important and excellent schools are to American life. To suddenly remove that from how one grows up and how families interact, it pulls the plugs out on our whole American way of life.” 40 | odk.org
When asked what it is like for higher education leaders being criticized for every choice, Thelin responded, “Each leader will do an estimate on which way the risks can go, with neither decision being wholly satisfactory.” He noted that the pressure placed upon institutional administrators from coaches, students, and politicians is a good example of these difficult choices and regional differences in interpretations of decisions. The NCAA Football Bowl Subdivision conferences located in the southeast made decisions to play this fall, while the Pac-12 and Big Ten suspended competition but eventually reversed earlier decisions not to play and resumed competition this fall. However, it is evident to Thelin and others that few are entirely pleased with how this football season has unfolded. Thelin acknowledged that universities risk losing confidence in their tradition of students and families paying for the in-person collegiate experience. Consumers will question the value if the format for the experience is significantly changed. He is not persuaded that distance courses are necessarily inexpensive or of lesser quality. Thelin noted that some of the most expensive degree programs in the U.S. are online, such as the M.B.A. program at Duke University. He concluded that for the future, “Colleges will have to put more resources into public health and safety, regardless of format.”
AN ENIGMATIC RELATIONSHIP “The connection between the markets and the-day-to-day is as big of an enigma as it’s ever been,” said David Lyons. “There is a greater disconnect today than what anyone remembers between what they call Main Street and Wall Street (i.e., the economy itself and the health of the market). Unemployment is at levels we’ve never seen. There is a greater economic malaise in segments of the market and in towns and cities. Yet, the market is reaching highs. That disconnect is hard to understand.”
According to Lyons, one of the factors influencing the modern market, which was already in play before the COVID-19 crisis, was that about six to eight stocks had consistently led the Standard & Poor's 500 index. He noted that those stocks had done so well it has made it look like the entire market has done well. However, Lyons acknowledged that many companies had not been a part of the market turnaround since March. He indicated that the companies that are doing well are in technology, and they easily adapted to the COVID-19 environment for the things people needed while sequestered in their homes. Lyons said, “They've led for a reason because they’re on the cutting edge of what consumers want.” He noted that in the late 1990s, the technology sector was screaming along with all of the stock market narrowly focused on it. When the market crashed then, it fell pretty hard on the back of technology stocks. Lyons noted that today's question is if there will be the same sort of large collapse. “The unprecedented level of the coronavirus relief bill from the federal government has propped up the economy and is keeping it from free falling. We shut down our entire economy for two months, and we’re not fully back today. Under any other circumstance, we would have fallen into deep recession or depression,” said Lyons. Lyons noted that there are a lot of challenges facing financial professionals during this period. He said that criticism “goes with being a leader. You don’t get excited about the credit. You don’t take it personally the criticisms you get for what people perceive to be bad decisions. Some of the criticism is politically motivated and not scientifically sound. When any community – a college, country, world – faces a crisis, it’s the coming together that gets us through it. Behaving well, so we don’t get each other sick [for instance]. The sooner we get through this, the quicker the economy recovers.”
RECESSIONS, EMPLOYMENT, AND VULNERABILITIES Christine Chmura has been studying the interrelationship between the economy, employment, and recessions for decades. However, the recent months have been a surprise, even to her. “This is a very different recession. No one expected it. The economy was fundamentally strong. The government had to take the best advice they had from medical professionals and scientists to shut down the economy, or the non-essential pieces of the economy, to reduce the number of deaths and to not overwhelm the hospitals,” she said about the first months of the COVID-19 virus response. According to Chmura, recessions accelerate trends that are already happening. These trends include remote work, online purchases, artificial intelligence or machine substitutes for labor,
and bringing supply chains back to the U.S. She emphasized, “This is not the first time we’ve seen something like this. Every recession, you see more of the technology.” Chmura’s observations about the acceleration of economic and market trends in periods of recession also extend to the higher education sector. About colleges and universities, she explained, “They’re having to prove the worth of the degrees they’re awarding. If a student is running up high debt, and their degree is in an area without a lot of demand, they’ll ask: do I really need a fouryear degree? If I can’t be physically present and get the other benefits, then is it worth my while to incur this debt?” Chmura and her colleagues have created a COVID-19 Economic Vulnerability Index, which may be found at www.chmuraecon.com. The index gauges the negative impact the COVID-19 crisis can have on jobs in a region based on the industries present and their expected job losses. South Florida, for example, had a much larger decline in the job market because it depends heavily on retail, tourism, and hospitality. These industries were hit hard by the pandemic. Other regions with a mix of professional business services fared better. Chmura’s firm also studied the Bureau of Labor Statistics data to create the Remote Work Index (which also may be found at chmuraecon.com). This index compares the mix of remote-work employment in the region versus the average in the nation. The areas that have the greatest amount of remote work are the high tech sectors: San Jose, Boulder, Seattle, San Francisco, and those with high concentrations of office workers like Boston or Washington, D.C. Regions with low remote work are places with high tourism, like Myrtle Beach, or those dependent on manufacturing, like Elkhart, Indiana. When employers were asked their planned timing for workers to return to the office or work site, 35% said the timing is unknown. “What surprised me was that only three percent said workers will be remote permanently. Given what we’re hearing in the media, it felt like more would be saying they’d be permanent remote at a much higher rate,” noted Chmura. Chmura also commented on how the opportunities to work remotely vary based on education levels. Her analysis found that about 35% of all jobs in the market are estimated to require a two-year college degree or higher for entry. In contrast, for remote-work jobs, 87% of these positions typically require a twoyear degree or higher. According to Chmura, once a vaccine is widely available, it will reduce the number of people working from home. She also indicated that employers might currently be hesitant to hire remote workers knowing there will be expectations for employees to return to in-person work environments in the future. ● The Circle • Annual Report 2020 | 41
AN ENTREPRENEURIAL APPROACH TO
HEALTHCARE LEADERSHIP The COVID-19 pandemic has required much of front line medical personnel. However, other individuals have worked to address the crisis by implementing innovative equipment with the ability to limit the spread of illness within hospitals, schools, and commercial buildings. One such member is Sam Perkins (Washington and Lee University, 1980).
P
erkins was an entrepreneur before he even knew
Even before the beginning of the COVID-19 crisis, hos-
helped establish his Boy Scout Council training
the possibilities for hospital-acquired infections (HAIs).
what that word meant. During high school, he
troop. As an undergraduate at W&L, he was one of the founders of Chi Psi.
After briefly working for a law firm, the entrepreneur in Perkins decided it was time to start his own firm. After
pitals and nursing homes were already concerned about In healthcare, these nosocomial infections (meaning one that is contracted because a toxin or infection is present in
a particular environment) can be life-threatening to indi-
viduals with compromised immune systems. Hospital
all, that’s what entrepreneurs do … they build. He loved
air-handling systems using the pūrGenix® designed
panies as their legal advisor, and coaching his associates
for the spread of HAIs, including, the spread of illnesses
Perkins developed a reputation for assisting start-ups.
Hospitals and other care facilities employ a range of
building his firm, assisting others in building their com-
arrays can help dramatically reduce the opportunities
to maximize their potential. It was during those days that
such as COVID-19.
Perkins has been a partner in more than five different
technologies and procedures for making certain surfaces
penchant for start-ups led him to leave law and co-found
the cleanliness of the air handling units (AHU). The air
co-founded the company how this concept, which he
can transmit or retain infectious pathogens. By using
start-up companies located across the Southeast. His
and air are clean. One of the greatest areas of concern is
pūrGenix® in 2009. However, he had no idea when he
that moves through these units and their interior surfaces
believed held promise, would serve a vital need during
ultraviolet germicidal irradiation (UVGI) technology,
the current pandemic.
pūrGenix® creates an intense energy field that kills or
deactivates infectious pathogens in both the passing air and on HVAC interior surfaces.
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One of the side benefits of pūrGenix® is that the UVGI
technology continuously cleans the coils in an HVAC system. This cleaning process ensures that there is lower
HVAC chiller energy consumption and that the life of these units is extended. This approach to cleaning the
HVAC cooling coils eliminates the need to use chemicals in the process. It also has the benefit of preventing cleaning chemicals from vaporizing and entering the hospital’s air-stream.
As Perkins explains, “I initially thought that an ultra-
violet curtain of energy was all about saving money on energy and operating costs, but thanks to the insight of a friend who is an architect, I realized that it was more
about health. We redirected our focus toward honing the technology into a system designed to stop the spread of germs. It has taken a decade to develop a field-proven technology that stops the spread of germs in buildings, but we’re finally there.”
The unexpected emergence of COVID-19 thrust pūrGe-
nix® into the limelight. The ability to stop the spread of germs brought notoriety to pūrGenix® when its
first pūrHospital®, Harrison Memorial Hospital in Cynthiana, Kentucky, became ground zero for COVID-19
in that state. For the past three and a half years, Harrison Memorial has had zero central line associated blood-
stream infections and zero hospital-acquired pneumonia cases. Further, the hospital has experienced zero surgical site infections in 11 of the past 14 quarters. Equally as important, to date, there have been zero transmissions of COVID-19 among patients and staff at the facility.
As Perkins says, “If we can help a hospital do that, just think how we can help you. How can you not enjoy
helping building owners create healthier environments in which people work, learn, collaborate, and heal, and
all of this, while naturally reducing costs and extending equipment life?”
After all, that’s the way great entrepreneurs think. ●
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2019-20 Annual Report The 2019-20 Donor Honor Roll includes gifts that were made between July 1, 2019, and June 30, 2020, at the contributor level or higher. Thank you for making an investment in leadership! With your support, O∆K reaffirms its mission of recognizing and developing the campus leaders of today as they prepare to become the community leaders of tomorrow. Your gift helps to advance the O∆K Idea, which still resonates after more than a century. If you have any questions regarding contributions, please contact Katy Datz at (540) 458-5344 or at katy@odk.org.
Donor Honor Roll Investors in O∆K Individuals and organizations with lifetime giving of $10,000 or more.
Maryville University John D. Morgan, Ed.D. Rollins College Sally K. Albrecht Lowell A. Mintz
University of Louisville Gene P. Siegal, M.D., Ph.D. Tara S. Singer, Ed.D. University of Maryland, College Park Robert A. Yellowlees
Alfred University Mrs. Christa R. and Dr. Michael N. Christakis
St. Mary’s College of Maryland Andristine M. Robinson
University of Miami Marc J. Slotnick
Auburn University Betty M. DeMent Alison M. and Magnus J. Gorrie Sally Jones Hill Dr. Betsy Bugg and Mr. James T. Holloway Susan C. and Thomas H. Lowder Dr. Linda J. and Mr. Jeffrey I. Stone
SUNY Plattsburgh Jo Ann P. Romano Richard J. Zucconi
University of Nebraska – Omaha Donald L. Fjellin
Transylvania University Palmer G. Vance II
Belmont University Kaye LaFollette and J. David Gibbs Centre College Raymond M. Burse Dickinson College John J. Curley Emory University Dan R. Carmichael Calder P. Sinclair Georgetown College Robin L. Murphey Georgia Institute of Technology Mrs. Gail S. and Mr. Marion B. Glover Georgia State University Benjamin M. Williams Grand Valley State University Anonymous 44 | odk.org
United States Military Academy Col. Thomas E. Hiebert, U.S.A. University at Albany Darwin C. Jones, C.P.A. University of Akron Drs. Diane and Thomas J. Vukovich University of Alabama Marly D. Thomas University of Alabama at Birmingham Sandra B. Thurmond University of California Riverside Michael K. Bergler, C.F.R.E. University of Florida Dr. Thomas G. Goodale University of Kentucky Paul W. Chellgren Virginia B. Edwards John H. Herbst Matthew S. Whisman
University of Richmond Mrs. Anne L. and Dr. Stephen D. Bisese Kaye LaFollette and J. David Gibbs Mrs. Joyce E. and Mr. Richard S. Johnson Vanderbilt University Dr. Betsy Bugg and Mr. James T. Holloway Wagner College Robert C. Hastedt Washington and Lee University Russell W. Chambliss William R. Johnston Louise H. and William E. Latture David A. Lehman J. Michael Luttig Mrs. Kimberley A. and Dr. Kenneth P. Ruscio Hatton C. V. Smith Martin E. Stein Jr. William M. Webster IV Westmont College Michael W. Kidd William & Mary Mrs. Anne L. and Dr. Stephen D. Bisese
Friends of O∆K Mr. J. Donald Childress Mr. C. Douglas Fuge Mr. Michael Segal Barbara Duncan Turk E. A. Morris Charitable Foundation Washington and Lee University Clemson University Circle Liberty Mutual Aerospace Corp Community Foundation of New Jersey
Heritage Society Omicron Delta Kappa’s Heritage Society exists to recognize and honor individuals and families who, through their estate plans, have established a gift of any size benefiting O∆K. Members of the Heritage Society strengthen O∆K for future generations and encourage others to follow their example of philanthropy. Auburn University Dr. Betsy Bugg and Mr. James T. Holloway Dr. Linda J. and Mr. Jeffrey I. Stone Emory University Richard E. Hodges Jr. Ferris State University Steven M. Harvey Georgia State University Benjamin M. Williams
University of California Riverside Michael K. Bergler, C.F.R.E. University of Kentucky Virginia B. Edwards John H. Herbst Matthew S. Whisman University of Louisville Tara S. Singer, Ed.D. University of Richmond Richard S. Johnson Vanderbilt University Dr. Betsy Bugg and Mr. James T. Holloway Wagner College Robert C. Hastedt Washington and Lee University William R. Johnston Louise H. and William E. Latture
Alma College
Loyalty Club Karyn L. Stockwell, D.M.D.
American University
President’s Society Frank J. Patterson III Contributor Patricia A. Wand
Arizona State University Contributor Ashaki Jackson
Ashland University
Contributor Andrew J. Lozinak
Auburn University
Donor Honor Roll
Founders’ Society Alison M. and Magnus J. Gorrie
Adelphi University
Leadership Council Sally Jones Hill Dr. Betsy Bugg and Mr. James T. Holloway Gerald S. Leischuck, Ed.D. Emily R. Leischuck*
Loyalty Club Amanda Leigh Irace Contributor Fredda H. Wolk
Albion College
Key Club James L. Curtis, M.D. Michael W. Sundberg
Rollins College Sally K. Albrecht University of Akron Drs. Diane and Thomas J. Vukovich
Contributor Dale V. Springer
University of Alabama at Birmingham Sandra B. Thurmond
Contributor Kristen M. B. Zito
Washington State University Gary Schwendiman, Ph.D.
Loyalty Club Robert I. Cutcher, M.D. Robert H. Hartwig, M.D.
University of Alabama Ermilou H. Bryan E. Bruce Harrison Jr.
Allegheny College
Alfred University
Leadership Council Mrs. Christa R. and Dr. Michael N. Christakis Latture Society Gene M. Bernstein *indicates the donor is deceased.
Laurel Crowned Society Dr. Linda J. and Mr. Jeffrey I. Stone
Latture Society Carole C. and Clifford F. Clegg III Mark D. Jacobs President’s Society The Hon. Ronald D. Castille Dr. Malcolm A. Cutchins Lee B. Griffith Key Club Jeffry A. Angermann Lt. Col. Lee B. Cannon Jr.* Dr. Carol Chancey E. Boyd Cobb Lawrence L. Hearn III Elizabeth R. James Curtis O. Liles III Randolph A. McKean The Circle • Annual Report 2020 | 45
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Donor Honor Roll George D. H. McMillan Jr. Capt. Thomas R. Mitchell III Callie and Wilson Nash Jerry F. Smith Dr. Jim Vickrey Loyalty Club Anonymous Col. Wayne E. Dillingham, U.S.A.F. (Ret.) John K. Dixon Jr. Robert J. Stalcup
Loyalty Club Eugene N. Borza Wesley H. Davis Donald A. Underwood, M.D. Contributor Diane E. Dockrill Susan C. Oldrieve Deidra R. Sibila Key Club Marisa N. Eikenberry Kathy L. Smith-Shaffer, Ed.D.
Baylor University
Bradley University
Key Club Steve L. Brannan Russell B. Bridges Marie and Edward A. Brigham David C. Kent Dr. Andrew T. Pittman Mr. Nick L. Strimple
Auburn University Montgomery
Belmont University
Augustana College
Loyalty Club David E. Ketter Trevor J. Will
Contributor George T. Drost
Austin Peay State University President’s Society Dr. David P. Roe
Loyalty Club Kimberly P. Masengill, R.N.C., N.P., C.N.M. Contributor Billy W. Fields
Baldwin Wallace University
Key Club William R. Roy, Ph.D. Robert L. Spellman, Esq.
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Loyalty Club Lisa A. Bowers Contributor Kristen K. Batcho David F. Mertz Roger E. Thibault Richard R. Usmiller
Ball State University
Contributor The Hon. John V. Denson II Conan Q. Dickson James H. Haggard, Ph.D. Michael J. Henry Michael A. Holt Scott B. Murray Benjamin B. Spratling III Lynn M. Tamblyn Charles C. Thomas Monique Van Landingham Kathrine O. Wilburn
Key Club Margaret V. Moody
Key Club Kathy A. Hart, Ph.D. Christopher C. McCracken Dean L. Shappell, Ph.D. Eugene R. Wilson
Loyalty Club Dr. James M. Mitchell Laurel Crowned Society Kaye LaFollette and J. David Gibbs
Beloit College
Contributor Robert M. Rosenberg
Berry College
Loyalty Club Ouida W. Dickey, Ed.D. Contributor Michael T. Westfall
Birmingham-Southern College Key Club C. Coleman Daniel II Callie and Wilson Nash Contributor Carla A. Higgins
Bowling Green State University Latture Society Dr. Lee A. Meserve Edward H. Ward
President’s Society Larry L. Miles
Key Club Anonymous Dale E. Fredericks Wayne G. Klasing Robert A. Mondillo Contributor David M. Mainella
Brenau University Contributor Charles J. Gaspar
Bucknell University Key Club Darryl L. Novak
Loyalty Club Mark C. Gebhardt, M.D. Richard L. Humphreys Caryn S. Moran William E. Swartz Contributor Glenn S. Graef Cori J. Hetherington Penn P. Shelley, M.D.
California Lutheran University Contributor Christopher S. Capellini
California State University Fullerton Contributor Marlo M. Naber Mole
California State University Northridge
President’s Society Mark S. Green
Donor levels Laurel Crowned Society............................................$10,000 or more Founders’ Society..........................................................$5,000 - $9,999 Leadership Council......................................................$1,000 - $4,999 Latture Society..............................................................$500 - $999 President’s Society........................................................$250 - $499 Key Club...........................................................................$100 - $249 Loyalty Club...................................................................$50 - $99 Contributor.....................................................................$5 - $49 Please note that contributions are listed under the donor’s circle of initiation.
The Delphinium Society The Delphinium Society is a special philanthropic club recognizing and honoring the loyal members who support Omicron Delta Kappa consistently over time. Designated in the Donor Honor Roll by a delphinium flower, these members have made a gift for at least five consecutive years, including this year. The delphinium flower is the official flower of O∆K.
Key Club Lesley D. Birch
Loyalty Club Nathaniel Teich
Loyalty Club James J. Mapes
Contributor George H. Miley II, Ph.D.
Campbell University
Carson-Newman University
Contributor David E. Buckingham Walter J. Campbell
Carthage College
Campbellsville University
Case Western Reserve University
Key Club Betsy Dunn-Williams
President’s Society Mark U. Johnson
Carnegie Mellon University President’s Society Henry J. Gailliot
Key Club Anonymous Dr. Bernard J. Dobroski Hillard M. Lazarus, M.D.
Leadership Council Dr. Michael V. Carter
Contributor Rachel E. Gunawardena President’s Society Richard A. Braun, M.D. Key Club Herbert I. Medoff, M.D. Contributor Kenneth R. McPeek Lance Turkish, M.D.
*indicates the donor is deceased.
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Donor Honor Roll Centenary College of Louisiana
Key Club Susan M. LaGrone Dr. Rosemary Seidler Loyalty Club Charles L. Wilder
Central Methodist University
Key Club Donald L. Armitage, Ph.D. F. Jerry Benner Jeffrey N. Hogenmiller
Loyalty Club John D. Gardner, D.D.S., P.C. Contributor Albert F. Mutti III
Centre College
President’s Society Richard L. Frymire Jr. Key Club Anonymous J. Gregory Cooper, M.D. Richard A. Mateer, Ph.D. Dr. James E. Russell Loyalty Club Capt. Paul F. Burkey Lisa M. Daniel, M.D.
Chapman University
College of Charleston
Latture Society Pastor Howard O. Reynolds
Loyalty Club Pamela B. Floyd
President’s Society David G. Corbin
Columbia College
Key Club Don P. Brown Charles T. Fischer* Loring R. Helfrich R. Dean Jollay Jr. James M. Petro Donald E. Sharp Gerald W. Wischmeyer
Contributor Adreanne M. Simms
Concordia College
President’s Society Catherine J. Bruns
Concordia University Irvine
Contributor Anonymous
Cumberland University
President’s Society Dr. C. William McKee
Key Club Dr. Mark R. Cheathem Dr. Sheridan W. S. Henson Dr. Michael J. Spalding Contributor Mary F. Hong
Davidson College
Latture Society Matthew W. Clifford, Ed.D.
Leadership Council Suzanne C. Crandall
Key Club Robert B. Johnson
Christopher Newport University
Loyalty Club Blain B. Butner Jerry L. Cole Margaret H. Dillon Thomas W. Ross
Loyalty Club H. Marshall Booker
Contributor Baxter B. Vendrick Jr.
Clemson University
Key Club Jonah L. Robison
Contributor Dr. Julia A. Frugoli
Coastal Carolina University
Key Club Dr. Robert W. Squatriglia
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Denison University
Latture Society The Hon. Sylvia Matthews
Contributor Dr. Harold M. Fisher Tyler J. Smith
Loyalty Club Jon B. Boss Michael D. Hagen, M.D. David H. Lewis, M.D. James L. Quarles III Angela Dawn Seaworth Contributor Anthony J. Biggio The Hon. Dean H. Hansell Dr. Christopher N. Swanson
Dickinson College Leadership Council Robert W. Crawford Jr. John J. Curley
Key Club James A. Kenney III Charles W. D. B. Reighart Phillip B. Stott, M.D. Thomas V. Zug Jr. Loyalty Club John P. Laszlo John R. McClelland Dr. David R. Short
Delta State University
Contributor Shari M. Brunner Robert A. Hartley, M.D. Dr. Charles H. Lippy Paul H. Silverman
Key Club Dr. Vagn K. Hansen Elbert R. Hilliard
Loyalty Club Marshall F. Stevenson Jr., Ph.D.
Leadership Council Ambassador Jeanette W. Hyde
Contributor Rebecca Hochradel
Dillard University
Drake University
Elmhurst College
Key Club Herbert M. Baum Paul H. Gilman Anne E. Hilton
Loyalty Club Susan J. Eckhart Dr. Janice H. Fodor
Contributor Gerald M. Kinney
Loyalty Club Aaron Lee Richard Harkness
Drury University
Elon University
Loyalty Club Dr. Diane L. Cornelison Dr. Paul F. Reichardt Contributor David C. Forker
Duke University Key Club Craig D. Choate Joe Grills
Loyalty Club Dr. William F. Chambers James S. Dorsey, M.D. Dr. William W. McCutchen Jr.
Duquesne University
Key Club George Manolangas Loyalty Club Elisa J. Choi
East Carolina University Key Club Amy L. Staton
Contributor Margaret D. Bradsher Helen L. Williams
Elmira College
Loyalty Club Nancy K. and Michael J. Robinson Contributor Michelle A. Sartori Carter M. Smith
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University
Key Club Richard C. Scraggs Loyalty Club Suku S. Kurien
Contributor Christopher R. Rowell
Emory University Leadership Council Monica J. Pearson Latture Society Virginia H. Smith Key Club Carol T. Bush Henry S. Campell, M.D. The Rev. James P. Carlisle J. Benjamin Shapiro
Eastern Connecticut State University
Loyalty Club Keith R. Bailey William H. Kitchens Sr.
Contributor Thomas M. Foley Jr. Mary J. Hoy
Contributor The Rev. John H. Harper Dr. Arthur L. Kellermann Ronald J. Krotoszynski Jr. John E. Mathison Dr. Warren W. Quillian II
Loyalty Club Diana M. Ingraham Pearl I. Rathbun
Eckerd College
Loyalty Club Dr. David A. Hoffman
Erskine College
Key Club John F. Shuler Richard G. Taylor Jr., M.D.
Ferris State University
President’s Society Christine D. and Russell Visner Key Club Steven M. Harvey Loyalty Club Richard J. Allen
Flagler College Leadership Council Sue S. Hale Latture Society L. John Arbizzani Key Club James E. Freytag Sue E. Freytag Contributor Michael A. Gallen
Florida Gulf Coast University
Key Club Steven C. Binninger
Florida International University Key Club Glenda A. Belote
Contributor Karen E. Ellzey Kaleen N. Martinez Alexis P. Perdomo Nanett A. Rojas
Florida Southern College President’s Society Carol J. and Hoyt R. Barnett Rosemarie Cruz
Loyalty Club Col. Robert F. Broyles, U.S.A. (Ret.) Maxie W. Kelly Jennifer L. Olivier Contributor The Rev. William B. Caldwell Larry W. Carter Dr. E. Keith Ewing Deborah Howett Frantz Stephen E. Frazier, Ph.D.
Contributor Henry B. Miller *indicates the donor is deceased.
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Donor Honor Roll Florida State University Key Club Dr. Hugh L. Davis Frederick D. Harper Dr. Sally P. Karioth John R. Marks III Robert J. Wallace, M.D.
Loyalty Club The Rev. William P. McLemore Harold A. Saul Steven L. Sparkman Ruben A. Whitehead Harold J. Winner
Contributor Walter L. Baumann Philip S. Margolis
Contributor Justin C. Jackson Jr. Mary E. Tinkey
Georgetown College
Georgian Court University
Key Club Alma Hall
Georgia College
Key Club Karen J. Berman, Ph.D. Michael A. Franklin Contributor John E. Sallstrom
Contributor Steve C. Edwards Jake E. Hicks Jr. Anne E. Rowe
Georgia Institute of Technology
Florida State University Panama City
Key Club William R. Defoor Jr. Gary T. Jones Keith J. Kilpatrick Dr. Warren J. Locke Jr. Gary T. Williamson
Key Club Rosemary Prince
Fontbonne University Contributor Taylor R. Bond Danielle Klobe
President’s Society Parker D. N. Vascik, Ph.D.
Francis Marion University
Loyalty Club Dr. Anthony J. Arduengo III Jean A. Mori
President’s Society James E. Roark
Contributor Dr. Gary H. Lunsford
Key Club Darrell P. Jameson
Georgia Southern University
Loyalty Club Dr. Joseph E. Heyward Contributor Mary K. Belissary
Furman University
Key Club Dr. Lillian Brock Flemming
George Washington University
President’s Society Marvin J. Spivak
Key Club The Hon. Joseph P. Farina Dr. Lisa A. Fusillo Mary H. Futrell Loyalty Club Joyce L. Owens, M.D. 50 | odk.org
Loyalty Club Dr. Christopher J. Garretson Whitney D. Thornton Contributor Jaclyn K. Donovan
Georgia State University
Contributor Rita Kearney Craig E. Sicknick
Gettysburg College
Contributor Glorianne M. McDonough
Grand Valley State University
President’s Society Andrew J. Brown Key Club Valerie R. Guzman Carla S. Tousley Loyalty Club Jarrett K. Martus
Greensboro College Loyalty Club Dr. Louis A. Sasser Contributor Lemuel H. Cox
Grove City College President’s Society Robert A. Simmonds
Key Club Arlie M. Cornelius Douglas V. Cornelius Loyalty Club Robert L. Buckham Toni J. Sulkowski Contributor Louise S. Baird William G. Miller
President’s Society Laura A. Abbott Dr. Carol D. Walker
Hampden-Sydney College
Key Club William T. Adams Polly H. Willis
President’s Society Stephen K. Waskey
Loyalty Club Dr. Kenneth P. Davis Angela M. Patterson Thomas J. Venker Benjamin M. Williams
Latture Society S. Michael Sharp, M.D.
Key Club Clarence A. Holland, M.D. Chad M. Krouse, Ed.D. Anne Tyler B. McCabe Warren M. Pace III
Henry C. Spalding Jr. Senator Paul S. Trible Jr.
Loyalty Club Mary H. Thornton
Loyalty Club Edward E. Cooke Frank W. Friedman Anita Holmes Garland
Illinois State University
Contributor Thomas C. Coyle Jr. James T. Howerton Jacob Y. Mitchell Jon A. Pace Ryan M. Pemberton James H. Smith, D.D.S.
Contributor Esther E. Eubanks Paul E. James Tammy G. Stephens Carneal J. Williams
Harding University President’s Society Michael L. James, Ph.D. Key Club Kimberlee A. Kirkman
Hastings College Contributor Hauli D. Sabatka
Hillsdale College
Key Club David W. Bahlmann Roger C. Davis
Loyalty Club Dr. Laurel R. Dumont Wendell J. Shiffler Contributor Mark V. Alexander, M.D.
Key Club Elizabeth L. Teti
Jacksonville State University
Loyalty Club Evert C. Wallenfeldt
Jacksonville University President’s Society Dr. John A. Luciano
Key Club Kristie S. Gover, Ed.D. Loyalty Club Bruce R. Anderson Jr. Contributor Anonymous
Johns Hopkins University Key Club Sanford N. Cohen, M.D. Jeffrey P. Doshna, Ph.D. Neil-Albert A. Grauer Gerald Q. Greenfield Jr. Cleaveland D. Miller Tony P. Tsai
Contributor Joseph L. Ries Edward D. Simmer, M.D.
Contributor William F. Clinger Stuart L. Hanlein Beth A. Terranova
Loyalty Club Jill W. Donaldson Contributor Erin R. Jones
Huntingdon College Key Club Dr. Craig A. Bowe
Lehigh University Loyalty Club Donald F. Parsons Jr.
Contributor Joseph P. De Vito Elizabeth D. Dewalt Darlene A. Dreyer Marshall D. Hendrian Jr. Mark S. Kaufmann
Lincoln Memorial University Latture Society Dr. Brian A. Kessler
Longwood University
Hiram College
Hollins University
President’s Society Dr. Sarah E. Shumate
Contributor Marc C. Loro
Loyalty Club Dennis A. Estis Laurence Huang, M.D. Philip A. Konort Dr. Arnold Z. Paritzky Dr. Ingram M. Roberts
Key Club Larry A. DeYoung Dr. Norman E. Kelker
Kent State University
Johnson & Wales University
Contributor Alexander G. Miragaya
Juniata College
Contributor Laurence J. Mutti
*indicates the donor is deceased.
Contributor Trudy B. Berry
Louisiana College
Contributor Dr. Ann M. McAllister
Louisiana State University
President’s Society Linda M. Hooks, Ph.D. Paul B. Stanley Key Club Thomas Crichton IV Michael L. Faust Jerry J. Guillot John P. Laborde Robert D. Lawrence Jake L. Netterville Alex W. Rankin Robert A. Seale Jr.
Loyalty Club Fred J. Grace III Kay K. Kirkpatrick Lucien P. Laborde Jr. Jeanne B. Lacour Kathleen F. Marcel Col. Frank P. Simoneaux
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Donor Honor Roll Contributor Sam W. Bergeron Jr. Robert C. McCall
Key Club Kenneth W. Keller, Ph.D. Kathryn M. Lee
Louisiana State University in Shreveport
Loyalty Club Anonymous
Key Club Dr. Peggy W. Murphy Contributor Bruce T. Shear Jr. Beverly E. Smith
Louisiana Tech University Loyalty Club James S. Jenkins Robin C. Thomas
Marietta College President’s Society Jo Ellen D. Yeary
Key Club Robert E. Burns Drs. Mabry M. and James H. O’Donnell III Gloria M. Stewart John G. Teichmoeller Ms. Jacquelin H. Wheeler Loyalty Club Timothy O. Cooper Alfred Felici Charlene C. Samples Dale W. Van Voorhis Contributor Aaron L. Handleman Dr. William H. Hohman
Marshall University Key Club Keleel A. Ammar Jr.* Eddie M. Booton Philip E. Cline Lawrence E. Hite Dr. David E. Lawhon Mark F. Sheridan Clark D. Todd Jr. Loyalty Club Maywood C. Ellifritt
Mary Baldwin University
President’s Society Anne Foster
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Contributor Susan Adkins Jane L. Harcus
Marymount Manhattan College
Contributor Mr. Gary L. Froelich Rodney M. Miller Lynn M. Ritchey Jennifer P. Swenson, M.D. Dr. Robert D. Wertz
Michigan State University
Loyalty Club Kenneth C. Beachler
Maryville College
Contributor Richard I. Murahata Alan C. Stickney, Ph.D. Diane E. Waligora
Maryville University
Leadership Council Cheryl L. Early, P.E.
Key Club Christina L. McDonald
Contributor Kimberly Finger
Latture Society John D. Morgan, Ed.D. Loyalty Club Joel D. Hermann Contributor Catherine A. Hansen
McDaniel College President’s Society Donald M. Rembert
Loyalty Club Dr. Bruce L. Miller Maj. Gen. Howard T. Mooney Jr.
Mercer University Key Club Stephen D. Dominy
Methodist University
Loyalty Club Maren Comfort
Miami University
Michigan Technological University
Middle Tennessee State University Key Club Mary S. Hoffschwelle Loyalty Club Katelin M. MacVey
Millsaps College President’s Society Robert W. Donaldson
Contributor Dr. Thomas D. Wooldridge
Mississippi College Key Club Guy P. Land Dr. Millard B. Smith
Mississippi State University Loyalty Club Walter L. Dowdle
Contributor Elizabeth J. Huddleston Joseph H. Kennedy Jr.
Key Club Todd H. Bailey James G. McCormick Linda and James W. Pellot Michael J. Raymond, Ph.D. Gregory S. Shumaker Paul B. Swanson
Key Club Dr. John S. Knapp Jr.
Loyalty Club Stephen J. Brubaker, M.D. Richard A. Ciccarone Donald B. French Capt. Kelsey S. Stewart, U.S.N. (Ret.)
Key Club Vivian B. Noblett
Missouri Southern State University
Contributor Wesley J. Carrillo
Moravian College
Loyalty Club Robert R. Windolph Contributor Andrea A. Centofanti George S. Diamond, Ph.D.
Morningside College
Key Club Bruce D. Forbes, Ph.D. Loyalty Club Dr. Carolyn J. Rants
Muhlenberg College
Key Club Karl S. Bourdeau, J.D.
Contributor Dr. Cynthia L. and Mr. David A. Detwiler
Murray State University
President’s Society Robert M. Donkin
New Jersey Institute of Technology Key Club Glenn R. Geardino Dr. Thaddeus J. Kobylarz John B. Mandle, P.E. John L. Zozzaro Loyalty Club Vincent J. DeRossi Thomas F. Srodin Contributor Dr. Peter M. Balma Alfred Kirsche Jr.
North Carolina Wesleyan College Contributor Thomas G. Howell
Northern Illinois University Contributor Charles L. Benson Larry E. Moser Dr. Linda R. Sons
Oglethorpe University
Key Club Dr. Anthony S. Caprio Mrs. Carol and Dr. George G. Watson
Contributor Karen M. Bryson Joanne E. Folger Julie K. Greenwell Barbara B. and Donald R. Henry Barbara R. Westfall
Ohio Northern University Key Club David W. Walker
Loyalty Club Chris Burns-DiBiasio and Daniel A. DiBiasio John A. Falkenbach Contributor Paul L. Govekar Michele A. Govekar, Ph.D. Ann E. Hamilton
Ohio University
Key Club Richard F. Carlile Linda F. Erwin Gerry L. Ginsburg Dale E. Selzer Dr. Karin L. Spicer
Arthur L. Peterson, Ph.D. Richard S. Roberts Dr. Robert L. Watson
Oklahoma Baptist University
Loyalty Club William H. Harrison
Oklahoma State University Key Club David A. Bagwell Freddie H. Gibson Kerry S. Havner Dr. Clyde J. Northrup Jr. Contributor James S. Drennan Col. Kent E. Ervin
Old Dominion University
Key Club Robert J. Gies Harry H. Jennings Patti and David Shufflebarger Loyalty Club Michelle A. Dilk Dr. Jeffrey C. Fultz
Loyalty Club Linda S. Ankrom James A. Kensinger Timothy L. Neal
Contributor Bruce D. Hall Carol R. Hudson Jr. Frank M. Krimowski
Contributor Dr. Holly J. Raffle Roger K. Zimmerman
Contributor Heather M. Staniszewski
Ohio Wesleyan University
Olivet College
Pennsylvania State University
President’s Society Joseph P. Costabile, M.D.
President’s Society Dr. Drew R. Maerz
Key Club Dennis R. Appleyard, Ph.D. Michael J. Jordan Dr. Gerald R. Marx Michael L. McCluggage Ronald S. Stead
Key Club James R. Antoniono Barry L. Brandeis Eugene R. Curry Jr. Richard S. Pirrotta Mark H. Schwarz Dr. Dennis P. Taylor
Loyalty Club The Hon. William G. Batchelder III Glenn C. Blomquist Chris Burns-DiBiasio and Daniel A. DiBiasio Contributor Anne E. Fry Lt. Col. Jack Hahn, (Ret.) *indicates the donor is deceased.
Loyalty Club William E. Elwood Nancy P. Forrest Richard B. Funk William D. McCann, M.D. Dr. Margaret G. Meloy
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Donor Honor Roll Paul B. Nelson, M.D. Jeff D. Rudat Thomas J. Sambolt Contributor Capt. George A. Ripsom, U.S.N. Allan B. Schneirov
Pennsylvania State University Altoona
Loyalty Club Olana L. Hedrick-Sheaffer
Pennsylvania State University Erie, The Behrend College Key Club Anonymous
Contributor Thomas W. Atkinson Michael T. Eckhart Thomas J. Gerfin Davis W. Jones, D.V.M. Stacy A. Maurer David J. Oates Gregory L. Tormoehlen Radford University Key Club Michael J. Doviak Contributor Virginia L. Sowers
Randolph College
Pittsburg State University
Key Club Alicia S. Hofler Elizabeth J. Lipscomb
Contributor Edith M. Jamison Daniel L. Mildfelt
President’s Society Robert E. Gray Irving M. Groves Jr.*
President’s Society Calvin E. Mein, M.D.
Purdue University
Leadership Council Terry M. Kungel Latture Society Tom H. Lupfer
President’s Society Bryce Dryden Jane A. Hamblin, J.D. Key Club Ann Z. Angle Gordon M. Hughes, M.D. George W. Irving III John P. Miller Hossein B. Parsapour, Ph.D. Michael Zagorac Jr. Loyalty Club Bruce R. Brodie, M.D. Mr. and Mrs. Charles T. Fennimore G. William Hoagland Michael D. Kirkpatrick David R. Rea Jeremy D. Rogers Brian Saunders Ronald L. Schwiesow Anne R. Shields
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Randolph-Macon College
Key Club Henry S. Chenault Jr. Donald B. Henretty Carl R. Schlaich Loyalty Club The Rev. Robert B. Dawson Denise D. and James M. Kagey Contributor Paul E. Webb Jr.
Roanoke College
President’s Society Katherine A. Datz
Rollins College
Laurel Crowned Society Sally K. Albrecht Leadership Council Lowell A. Mintz Key Club Susan M. Curran Caroline S. Fullerton Cary C. Kresge Jr. Lorrie M. Kyle, Ph.D. Dr. John V. Sinclair Loyalty Club David A. Chinoy, M.D. Lucia G. Marshall, Ph.D. Contributor Amy C. Valmassei
Rutgers University - Camden Key Club Brian K. Everett
Salisbury University
Loyalty Club Amy T. Fenzel-Mergott Contributor Josephine P. Gutierrez Lisa B. Niemann
Samford University
Rhodes College
Leadership Council J. C. Bennett, M.D. Randall J. Freeman
President’s Society Robert H. Buckman Andrew L. MacQueen
Key Club Teresa P. and Clayton A. Hemphill Robert F. Owens William J. Stevens Dr. Lowell Vann
Latture Society Rudi E. Scheidt
Key Club Jack R. Blair Dr. C. Eric Mount Jr. Randall B. Robertson Loyalty Club Edward A. DeVillafranca Mary R. Goodloe Contributor Dr. Arthur L. Kellermann James M. Vest Laura H. Seplaki
Loyalty Club J. Bruce Bannister
Sewanee - The University of the South Key Club Ben I. Jackson Sr.
Loyalty Club George W. Bishop III The Hon. Robert J. Boylston Ben I. Jackson Jr., C.I.C., C.R.M.
SUNY Oswego
Shenandoah University
Contributor Mark D. Ferguson
Key Club Erin J. Qureshi
St. Lawrence University
President’s Society Charles A. Luyster* Key Club Kevin L. Hinz Robert V. Sypher Jr. Daniel E. Wellers
Loyalty Club John M. Householder Sean F. McCarthy Laurie E. Ross C. Daniel Shulman I. Michael Wolfe
Key Club Thomas Rasmussen and Katherine A. Maxwell
Key Club Christian A. Ambrosini James J. Campbell William D. Laundry
President’s Society Yolanda M. Permenter
Latture Society Richard J. Zucconi
Loyalty Club Alice J. Horner Joanne M. Izyk The Rev. J. Roger McGuinness Linda S. Richardson
St. Mary’s College of Maryland
SUNY Potsdamn
Key Club Carrie J. Harrison
Sweet Briar College
Stetson University
Loyalty Club Dr. Stephen T. Barnett Clarence E. Mullis III
Stockton University
Leadership Council April M. Schrank-Hacker
SUNY Oneonta
Loyalty Club Jennifer N. Ecuyer
Contributor Ronald R. Feldstein
The College of Idaho
SUNY Plattsburgh
Contributor Steven D. Hall John B. Perry
Loyalty Club Nancy B. Danganan Emily B. Jackson
Key Club Col. Myron Charles Harrington Jr., U.S.M.C. (Ret.) Contributor Kennedy J. Alvaro
Contributor Dr. Nancy J. Church Lianne M. Foley Lynn A. Macan Swaroop K. Korni
Leadership Council Andristine M. Robinson
The Citadel - The Military College of South Carolina
Contributor Swaroop K. Korni Loyalty Club Autum A. Fish
Tennessee Technological University
Key Club Robert F. Alvey Jr. Jeannie J. Wagner
Loyalty Club Gilbert G. Fernandez Dr. Karen D. Foster
Texas Tech University Key Club Lou D. Diekemper
Texas Woman’s University Contributor Phyllis Bridges, Ph.D.
*indicates the donor is deceased.
Towson University
Transylvania University Founders’ Society Palmer G. Vance II Key Club Tisa Mason, Ed.D. Lucy S. Williams Loyalty Club Dr. John A. Kuchenbrod Dr. James E. Miller
Trinity University
Contributor Jamie L. Thompson Cynthia A. Uviedo Grant T. Nall
Truman State University
Loyalty Club Lt. Col. William N. Souser (Ret.)
Tulane University
Leadership Council Craig H. Cavalier
Key Club David H. Chaffe III Dr. Bernard H. Eichold II Frederic A. Fernholz, M.D. Lee P. Gary Jr. Robert G. Jones Harry B. Kelleher Jr. Loyalty Club Stephen M. Berman Keith D. LaRose Marcelle D. Saussy Samuel Sullivan Jr. and Marcelle Saussy Charles D. Viccellio
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Donor Honor Roll Contributor Dr. Sarah S. Kreutziger Alan H. Loehr Robert G. Metcalf Lamar R. Murphy Gabriel A. Shapiro Clyde T. Turner Jr.
Union College
Contributor Mrs. Jill and Ronald B. Bucinell, Ph.D., P.E.
United States Military Academy
Latture Society Col. Thomas E. Hiebert, U.S.A.
University at Albany
Leadership Council Darwin C. Jones, C.P.A. Key Club Zakhar Berkovich Loyalty Club Dr. Lee A. McElroy Jr. Contributor Kevin M. Bronner Michael Watts
University of Akron
Founders’ Society Gregory J. Vincent, Ed.D. Drs. Diane and Thomas J. Vukovich Leadership Council Roger T. Read Key Club Judge Deborah Cook James L. Foght, Ph.D. Len E. Krause Dr. Joseph F. Lestingi Spencer J. Marston Jr. Edward C. Pullekins Deborah J. Vargo Terry W. Vincent Loyalty Club Tom L. Faessel Joanne R. Moore Contributor Sean M. Blasko Dr. William A. Francis Bart P. Hamilton Dan E. Moldea
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University of Alabama Key Club Karen M. Baldwin Dr. Harry M. Barnes III William T. Bryan* Mr. Larry G. Canada Dr. John R. Denton Jr. Stanley B. Kline Robert L. Loftin William W. McDonald Marly D. Thomas Stantley B. Williams Loyalty Club Bobby Ray Hicks Harry R. Holladay Mack O. Matthews III John P. McGiffert Jr. Dr. Wayne A. Meeks Anne M. Moman Barry Phelps Alan Paul Pizzitola Phillip G. Rawls Ralph T. Russell Jack Smalley Jr. Nina J. Terry, M.D. Contributor Jamie R. Burke Corine B. Crayton-Pitches Robert L. Hopkins, M.D. Oscar D. Taunton
University of Alabama at Huntsville Contributor Lynn T. Ashby Linda K. Vaughan
University of Arizona
Loyalty Club Danielle J. Terry
University of Arkansas
Latture Society David E. Reutzel
Key Club David R. Malone Kenneth D. Robirds Kenneth W. Theis Contributor Dr. Jack S. Ballard Louis E. Hegeman
University of Baltimore
Contributor Olivia A. Lane
University of California Riverside Key Club Michael K. Bergler, C.F.R.E. Contributor Michael J. Beck
University of Alabama at Birmingham
University of Central Florida
Key Club Dr. Judith K. Holcombe Richard C. Murray
Loyalty Club Paul C. Logas, M.D.
Founders’ Society Sandra B. Thurmond
Loyalty Club Graydon C. Newman Rebecca J. Patterson, Ph.D. Contributor James E. Boyle, M.D. Tommie G. Cummings, C.P.A. Rosemary H. Faust, M.D. James G. Redden
Key Club Kathy I. Harter Sharon G. Reich
Contributor Timothy W. Brown Richard W. Howe Giuliana F. Scott
University of Cincinnati
Key Club John W. Graneto, D.O., F.A.C.O.P., F.N.A.O.M.E. Loyalty Club Eugene R. Allspach Mark H. Montgomery Laurie B. Serber
Contributor Gary D. Adams Stanton J. Bluestone Robert L. Davis Robert W. Dorsey Martha B. Dua-Awereh Andrew C. Emmert Marianne S. Emmert, J.D. Charles R. Engle Danielle L. Gee
University of Delaware
Key Club Thomas W. Brockenbrough I. Barry Guerke, Esq. Jack L. Messman Loyalty Club Edmond F. Anzalone Catherine M. DeAngelis Contributor Dr. Eric Brucker Betsy B. Meyer
University of Denver Key Club Michael G. Massey Dr. Paul H. Nicolaysen Contributor Roy F. Childs Jr. Donald E. Meyers
University of Florida
President’s Society Matthew B. Nobles
Loyalty Club Cecil R. Spooner Sr. Contributor Robert L. Izlar
University of Hawaii
Loyalty Club Donald G. Aten, Ed.D. David T. Fujikawa Contributor Godfrey H. Chang Kenneth D. H. Chong Henry M. Nakatani Lawrence S. Okinaga
University of Houston
Leadership Council Charles-Michael Henry Victor Berry Key Club Michael J. Allen Robin S. Cunningham Loyalty Club William E. Fitzgibbon III Pamela S. Kaiser Cynthia F. Reibenstein Contributor Dr. Marlyn Press Gregory S. Wassberg
University of Houston - Clear Lake Key Club Glenn R. Regner Joyce D. Taylor
Key Club Dr. Edward V. Browell J. Bryan Page, Ph.D. Russell A. Plumb
University of Illinois
Loyalty Club Steven J. Gilbert
Leadership Council Benjamin F. Crane
Contributor Col. Jeff Cain, U.S.A.F. Erwin F. Grau II
Key Club Matthew J. Heidenwirth Claudia T. Marban Thomas F. Olson Robert W. Soll, M.D. Jeffrey B. Warner
University of Georgia
Leadership Council Dr. Willie L. Banks Jr. President’s Society John F. McMullan
Key Club Victoria I. Dorsey, M.Ed.
Key Club Philip A. Rosborough
University of Iowa
Loyalty Club Stephen J. Curtis Robert N. Downer
*indicates the donor is deceased.
Contributor Gregory J. Buehner E. Michael Carr David L. Foster James A. Wiese
University of Jamestown Key Club James Unruh
University of Kansas President’s Society Robert A. Kleist
Key Club Karl E. Becker, M.D., M.B.A. William H. Coughlin Keith A. Jorgensen Charles A. Marvin Leonard G. Suelter Loyalty Club Dr. Richard A. Moore, P.E. Contributor Dean L. Glasco
University of Kentucky
Leadership Council E. Britt Brockman, M.D. Paul W. Chellgren Virginia B. Edwards Latture Society John H. Herbst James W. Stuckert President’s Society Dr. Stuart G. Carpenter Timothy R. Futrell
Key Club Ruth H. Baxter-Crawford John T. Bondurant, J.D. Joseph L. Fink III Lt. Col. Robert B. Leach (Ret.) Dr. F. Story Musgrave Robert E. Weaver, M.D. Loyalty Club Sue S. Bohon The Hon. Walter F. Maguire Michael R. Nichols, Ph.D. Richard C. Wade Contributor Elijah J. Caldwell Dennis L. Cannon The Circle • Annual Report 2020 | 57
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Donor Honor Roll University of Louisiana at Monroe Latture Society Dr. Jonathan J. Davies Key Club Dr. James H. Wharton Loyalty Club Dr. Shirley P. Jordan Contributor John E. Zitzmann III
University of Louisville
Laurel Crowned Society Gene P. Siegal, M.D., Ph.D. Leadership Council Tara S. Singer, Ed.D. Key Club Joni K. Burke Dr. David E. Bybee Robert L. Chiles Dr. Frederick A. Fresh Kenneth R. Karr Mary M. Korfhage, Ph.D. Charles E. Mullins John M. Sykes III
Loyalty Club Maj. Gen. Carl D. Black, U.S.A.F. Robert J. Brand Joseph H. Cohen Contributor Joseph C. Reynolds
University of Maryland, Baltimore County
Key Club Emery J. Rudolph D. Philip Shockley Sarah D. Swatski Donald T. Whitley
University of Maryland, College Park Leadership Council Kevin W. Kruger, Ph.D. Robert A. Yellowlees Latture Society Samantha E. Bingaman
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President’s Society Paul H. Carlson Key Club James L. Beard Bruce L. Berlage Karen K. De Matteo Adm. Lowell E. Jacoby John E. Prevar Edward F. Rodriguez Jr. Carl W. Smith Marc W. Solomon Brooke L. Supple, Ph.D. Pedro E. Wasmer Loyalty Club Woodrow W. Hancock Jr. Dr. Culver S. Ladd Dr. Joseph P. Lawrence III Charles H. Popenoe Contributor Dr. Paul T. Barrett Estefan Michael P. Beltran Ernesto Cuesta Dennis M. Devaney Eleanor H. Fields* Lisa L. Gorski Gregory D. Hollen Dallas C. Kennedy II Richard F. Mortimer
University of Massachusetts Lowell Loyalty Club Deborah D. Finch
University of Memphis
Key Club Jon D. Albright Anonymous H. LaDon Baltimore, J.D. William R. Ford Dr. Leslie B. Hill J. B. Latimer The Hon. Richard P. McCully William C. Schadrack III Gregory R. Singleton Roy G. Trafton III Ronald A. Walter Loyalty Club David L. Allen Randy M. Bratton Linda N. Harris
Contributor Katherine A. Coyle Dale W. Polley
University of Miami
Leadership Council Jaret L. Davis Sandra I. Parras and Peter A. Christiaans Dr. Russell L. Robinson Marc J. Slotnick Latture Society Cynthia C. and Myles A. Cochran President’s Society Tipton D. Jennings IV Alan J. Kluger Theodore N. Tiemeyer Key Club Dr. Richard H. Ault Lydia A. De Santis George A. Maul, Ph.D. Moneque S. Walker-Pickett, J.D., Ph.D. Loyalty Club Cecil M. Criss, Ph.D. Dr. David M. Gozansky Dr. Daniel J. Green Contributor Myles B. Abbott, M.D. Diane M. Doolan William G. Gay Ronald R. Lein, P.E. Eveleen Lorton, Ph.D.
University of Minnesota
President’s Society Janice L. Sickbert Contributor Leane E. Cerven Jeffery R. Moser
University of Mississippi
Leadership Council Maj. Gen. William D. R. Waff, U.S.A. (Ret.) President’s Society D. Brooks Holstein Lee W. Randall, C.P.A. Key Club Byron J. Huff Melton E. Rhodes Jr. Charles B. Royals
University of North Alabama
Loyalty Club Anonymous George D. Dumbaugh Patrick E. McNarny Dr. Judy T. Moore James A. Peden Jr. R. Steve Roberts David B. Wilson Jr.
Contributor Nora M. Black
Contributor Dr. Michael G. Harrison
University of North Carolina Greensboro
University of Missouri Columbia
Key Club Ms. Susan W. Bridges Mr. Robert M. Clatanoff Richard F. Kammerer Tommy W. Taylor Loyalty Club Arnold M. Kaestner Contributor Dr. Leon E. Boothe J. Steven Hata, M.D. James M. Hill Jr. Charles F. Kircher Dr. Gordon D. McLaren
University of Missouri Kansas City Key Club Peter L. Fort John R. Parker, M.D. Loyalty Club Dr. James J. Wheeler
University of Montevallo Latture Society William F. Denson III
University of Nebraska - Omaha Latture Society Beverly M. Sibbernsen, A.C.S.W. Key Club J. Patrick Anderson Loyalty Club Ralph H. Keill, M.D. George L. Marling Contributor Hameidah W. Alsafwani Dr. Barbara J. Coffey Daniel C. Kinsella Jr.
Key Club Dr. Debbie L. Shaw
University of North Carolina Charlotte
Key Club William G. Dausner Morgan Yount Loyalty Club Chad H. Phillips Contributor Catherine M. Iszard
University of Northern Iowa
Dr. S. A. Kreps James M. Kyros, D.M.D. Philip D. Marcus
University of Redlands
President’s Society Dr. Phillip L. Doolittle Key Club John C. Huneke Loyalty Club Lori H. Hatfield Dr. J. Dennis Staley Contributor Sue G. Gilleland Jay A. Hagey
University of Richmond
Laurel Crowned Society Kaye LaFollette and J. David Gibbs
Key Club Michael R. Armbrecht Michael D. Wiethorn
Founders’ Society Mrs. Joyce E. and Mr. Richard S. Johnson
Contributor Mary L. Franken, Ed.D.
Latture Society Mrs. Anne L. and Dr. Stephen D. Bisese Mary M. Maxwell Littleton M. Maxwell
University of Oklahoma
Key Club Stanley L. Basler James F. Gregory Jr.
Loyalty Club William C. McAlister Mr. J. Harvie Roe Robert M. Ruggles
University of Pittsburgh
Key Club Mr. Michael A. Bryson Mr. Ronald G. Hartman Don L. Hennon, M.D. Dr. Herman Krier Clarence E. Kylander, M.D. Dr. Laura A. Sproat Edward F. Tablak Mark R. Winters, M.D. Loyalty Club Richard H. Mattern Jr. Mitchell W. Pearlman Raymond P. Seymour Contributor Morton L. Goldstein, M.D. Irvin H. Jacobs, M.D.
*indicates the donor is deceased.
President’s Society Austin Brockenbrough III Otis L. Brown Ann T. Burks Josée G. Covington Larry G. Elder William H. Goodman Merlin T. Grim Joe J. Harding III Richard J. Herschaft, M.D. Stanley F. Pauley D. S. Showalter Ben B. Ussery Jr. Hays T. Watkins Mrs. Elaine J. and The Hon. Archer L. Yeatts Clifford L. Yee Key Club F. Amanda Debusk Emma W. Goldman Thomas E. James Alice A. and Robert S. Jepson Jr. David A. Lyons, C.F.A. Janice H. Moore
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Donor Honor Roll Russell C. Smelley, M.Ed. Terry H. Sylvester Robert S. Ukrop Dr. Ellis M. West Elisabeth E. Wray Loyalty Club Anonymous H. Wayne Biggs Robert S. Bloxom Charles T. Caldroney Martha A. Carpenter, M.D. Bettie L. Clarke Dr. John E. Davis Barrett E. Farnham Jr. Mr. Charles P. Jewett Michael C. Kusheba Sr. Rhett McPherson Joseph W. Milam Jr. The Hon. Patricia S. O’Bannon Dr. John M. O’Bannon III Rhonda L. Parson Dr. William K. Poston Jr. Susan C. Schaar Jaime E. Settle, Ph.D. Allison J. Vogler D. C. Chris Withers Contributor R. Gent Cofer, M.D. Don B. Henderson Suzanne M. Lavigne John G. Mizell Jr. Jean H. Proffitt* Welford D. Taylor Donald B. Vaden
University of South Alabama
Loyalty Club Douglas J. Carter Jonathan L. Dieter Robert L. Freeman III J. Smith Harrison Jr. Eugene K. Jones Cheryl A. Miller Contributor Michael T. Selby Denise A. Wellman, Ph.D. Mary L. Wells
University of South Carolina - Upstate
Loyalty Club Dr. Joanne G. Jumper
University of South Dakota President’s Society Dr. Constance J. Nelson Key Club Patrick A. Looby Loyalty Club Richard A. Bursell Dr. Brent M. Froberg
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Key Club Arthur D. Peffer III, C.P.A. Loyalty Club William R. Richardson
University of Tennessee Knoxville Leadership Council Dr. Joseph E. Johnson President’s Society Mark A. Medley Key Club Howard B. Allenberg Harvey L. Sproul Lt. Col. John F. Yount
Contributor Dr. Frederick J. Ergen Michael W. Marsh Jaime L. Ragos F. Don Wyatt
Loyalty Club Norine E. Noonan, Ph.D. Todd V. Scofield
University of Southern Mississippi
Key Club Michelle R. Burke, A.R.P. O. Wayne Corley Stephen D. Hibbard Jeffery M. Wilson
University of Tampa
Key Club Bruce I. Kamelhair Dr. David W. Persky
Contributor Patricia B. Harris
President’s Society Ronald P. Johnson, J.D. Dr. William Weston III
Loyalty Club William H. Ojala
Loyalty Club John M. Burkhart, M.D. Dr. James F. Price
Latture Society Michael E. Saine
Contributor Carolyn W. Allen
Latture Society Dr. Joseph H. Gibbons
Key Club Edward G. Donnay, Ph.D.
University of South Florida
Key Club Michael G. Molyneux
University of South Carolina Columbia
University of St. Thomas
President’s Society Dr. Alan L. Sickbert
Key Club Judith and Jerome M. Duran Charles D. Young Loyalty Club William D. Sullivan, M.D. Beverly R. Winston
Contributor Isaac F. Dale III The Rev. James K. McCaslin Jr.
University of Texas at Arlington Key Club James P. Grover
Contributor D. Scott Murray Mary Ann Van Siclen
University of Texas at Austin
Latture Society Rodney C. Koenig
President’s Society Dr. Cheryl Gunter Key Club W. Calvin Chaney Tieman H. Dippel Jr.
Loyalty Club Rebecca A. Knight Dr. Robert H. Millwee IV
University of Texas at San Antonio Contributor Linda K. Carrillo Mariann F. Nelson Jose-Ricardo Pena Jr.
University of Virginia Leadership Council Eli W. Tullis
Latture Society Sondra F. Stallard, Ph.D. President’s Society Karen R. Detweiler W. Reed Johnson, Ph.D. Marvin M. Phaup Jr. Murray S. Simpson Jr. Key Club The Hon. Richard C. Allison* John H. Armstrong, M.D. Charles E. Bell Jr. Derwood S. Chase Jr. James G. Cosby Stanard F. Lanford Jr. Phillips S. Peter Dr. Richard D. Wagner Loyalty Club Willie C. Anderson Howard E. Gordon, J.D. Susan B. Jacobs Catherine F. Kane, Ph.D. Alexander Mackay-Smith Jr. Michael S. Miller Laurence C. Pettit Dr. Edward E. Ruhnke Jr. Dr. Audrey E. Snyder Halcott M. Turner Lori-Lynn Wood Contributor George R. Brenneman, M.D. Gordon C. Burris Thomas F. Evans James R. Hart Dennis J. Kuczynski Andrew P. Miller Ralph C. Muldrow Herbert Y. Reynolds, M.D. David V. Strider Jr.
University of West Florida
Loyalty Club Phillip E. Barnes
University of West Georgia Key Club Maurice L. King Jr.
University of Wisconsin - Eau Claire
Loyalty Club Steven P. Draeger Contributor David A. Gerlach
University of Wyoming
Key Club Ronald F. Larson, P.C. Loyalty Club Robert W. Hastings II Contributor George J. Argeris Kathy J. Davis
Valdosta State University Key Club Eileen W. Harris Bernie B. Parks
Loyalty Club The Hon. H. A. McLane Contributor John H. McRae, Ed.S.
Vanderbilt University Leadership Council Dr. Betsy Bugg and Mr. James T. Holloway President’s Society Margaret E. Layne Key Club Herbert R. Hahn Loyalty Club Paul H. Kuhn Jr. James G. Martin III Beth D. Spenadel Anthony D. Weaver, M.D. Contributor Robert H. Gillespy III
Contributor Tyler J. Weinrich
Virginia Commonwealth University
Key Club Dr. Deb Cowles Dr. C. W. Cowles II
Loyalty Club William W. Ward, Ph.D. Contributor Dr. David E. Fulford
Virginia Military Institute
Latture Society Lt. Gen. Michael L. Oates (Ret.) President’s Society The Hon. George W. Foresman George G. Phillips Jr.
Loyalty Club Lt. Gen. Walter F. Ulmer Jr. (Ret.)
Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University
Latture Society Leo A. Vecellio Jr.
President’s Society Dr. Bruce A. Conway Dr. Malcolm A. Cutchins Timothy A. Reed, Ph.D. Key Club Frederick L. Benson Jr. Dr. John T. Frasier Dr. Billy W. Friar Cdr. Paul E. Galanti, U.S.N. Col. Lewis I. Jeffries Gary D. Knipling Dr. Irene E. Leech William E. Mackie Clarresa M. Morton Dr. Mark A. Pallansch John G. Rocovich Jr. Glenn A. Sieber Loyalty Club John C. Collins Richard H. Harrison Jr. James C. Overacre William H. Parcell III
Villanova University Loyalty Club Charles A. Dougherty III
*indicates the donor is deceased.
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Donor Honor Roll Contributor William A. Barkley Dr. G. Gregory Benge George Dimitriou Donald D. Divers Edwin H. Harris Jr. Robert A. Hyduke Harry P. Rietman
Virginia Wesleyan University
Contributor Rhonda R. Hartsell
Wagner College Leadership Council Robert C. Hastedt
President’s Society Susan O. Cappelmann Key Club Dr. Jay P. Hartig Roger H. Wesby Loyalty Club Victoria Diaz Ammini S. Moorthy Contributor Anonymous Monica L. Passante Christine O. Tani Richard P. Weber Sr. Christine N. Wendt
Wake Forest University
Key Club Dr. Barry M. Dorsey Charles M. Reid The Rev. Dr. Craven E. Williams Loyalty Club Dr. A. Stanley Meiburg Roland C. Woodward Contributor Susan H. Borwick, Ph.D. Frederick H. Cooke Dalia Namak Dr. John A. Tumblin Jr.
Washington and Lee University Laurel Crowned Society William R. Johnston
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Latture Society John A. Cocklereece Jr. William C. Datz David A. Ellington, M.D. Mrs. Kimberley A. and Dr. Kenneth P. Ruscio
Mary B. Burner Stephen F. Lichtenstein Kathy W. Lu Thomas P. O’Brien Jr. Katrina K. Spiezio
President’s Society C. Dubose Ausley W. Jeffery Edwards John Williams Knapp Sr., Ph.D. Herbert R. Rubenstein Richard W. Stein
Loyalty Club Paul W. Eichler Nancy W. Jaffe Jennifer E. Rose David D. Stokes
Key Club Brent J. Anderson J. Alfred Broaddus Jr. Reid T. Campbell Gerald J. Darrell Frank L. Eppes G. Archer Frierson II T. Mason Grist Albert H. Hamel Henry J. Heymann Farris P. Hotchkiss Herbert J. Hummers, L.L.M. James D. Humphries III Clay T. Jackson Suzanne P. Keen, Ph.D. Ted M. Kerr Kenneth A. Lang Dr. Lex O. McMillan III Michelle L. Milligan J. Holmes Morrison Jr. Thomas P. O’Brien III W. Drew Perkins Jr. David D. Redmond Henry L. Roediger Jr.* James B. Sharp III The Hon. Sol Wachtler Loyalty Club Marion M. Caskie III, Ph.D. Leslie A. Cotter Jr. Henry H. Harrell Matthew K. Mahoney Dr. William H. Matthai Jr. Morgan Schafer Steven C. Straub Dr. Samuel A. Syme Jr. Joseph B. Tompkins Jr. James K. VanKirk, M.D. The Hon. Wiley R. Wright Jr. Contributor Robert G. Brookby
Washington College
Contributor Joan E. Burri C. James Holloway Jr.
Washington State University President’s Society Gary Schwendiman, Ph.D. Key Club Steven R. Frichette, Ph.D. Loyalty Club Kenneth C. Robertson Jr. Contributor Anonymous David M. Hirzel Ray M. Maxson Johnny C. Thoren
Washington University Key Club Dr. William H. Danforth Dr. Edward A. Rezek Kathleen G. Winkle Loyalty Club Bruce H. Becker, M.D. Benjamin Gulli, M.D. Donald W. Smith Contributor Charles S. Colodny, M.D. W. F. Samuel Samuel Hopmeier
Wayne State University President’s Society William D. Timmins
Key Club David G. Kolodziej Harold P. Mahanes Jr. Loyalty Club Raymond A. Detter Robert A. Large Larry R. Pilot
Contributor Ross J. Fazio John E. Kotwick
West Chester University of Pennsylvania Key Club Robert C. MacMillan
West Virginia Wesleyan College
Latture Society James R. Okonak Key Club Joseph S. Beeson
Loyalty Club William H. Capitan The Rev. David C. Lehmkuhl Edward D. Wagner
Western Kentucky University
Founders’ Society Dr. H. Randall Capps Contributor Charles L. Pride
Western Michigan University Key Club Richard D. Rathburn Contributor James M. Eger
Westminster College (Missouri) Key Club Robert J. Hollander
Loyalty Club James E. Musgrave, M.D.
Westminster College (Pennsylvania) Loyalty Club Wayne K. Haskell Dr. Roger A. Metzler Joseph T. Plummer Jr. Patrick H. Tarr
Westmont College
Leadership Council Michael W. Kidd Loyalty Club Jon W. Simons
Whittier College
Loyalty Club Mark A. Rodman
Wichita State University
Key Club Barry A. Baines
Contributor The Hon. John M. Wilcox President’s Society Verne C. Harnish
Key Club Joseph W. Dominguez
Willamette University
Wittenberg University
Worcester Polytechnic Institute
Loyalty Club Helen G. Vassallo
President’s Society Dr. Thomas J. Mathiesen
Contributor Joseph J. Miceli III
Contributor Carleton C. Knappe
Friends of Omicron Delta Kappa
William & Mary
Laurel Crowned Society Washington and Lee University
Latture Society Mrs. Anne L. and Dr. Stephen D. Bisese
Founders’ Society Boulé Foundation
President’s Society Ann G. Baise
Leadership Council Oppenheimer & Co. Inc. Clemson University Circle Community Foundation For Greater Atlanta Fidelity Charitable Community Foundation of Greater Birmingham
Key Club Dr. Richard R. Babcock Jr. Mr. Douglas E. Brown Janet B. Brown Strafer David B. Diehr Wandalyn Fanchon Glover, Ed.D. Nancy L. Johnston Douglas E. Sankey Brooke T. Weinmann Loyalty Club James R. Bennett William E. Clayton, M.D. James H. Dillard II Robert V. Jones, M.D. Dr. Christian H. Moe David G. Oelberg, M.D. Suzanne R. Schaeffer Maria A. Stamoulas Contributor James H. Layne Carmen J. Romeo Charlotte M. Wilkes
William Carey University Key Club Dr. Tommy King
Winthrop University
Key Club Dr. Cherry W. Jackson
*indicates the donor is deceased.
Latture Society Chevron Matching Employee Funds Nick Stone Christopher Newport University Circle The Reutzel Foundation Blue Grass Community Foundation The Vanguard Group, Inc. President’s Society Anonymous Ermilou H. Bryan The Community Foundation Serving Richmond & Central Virginia Smith Donor Advised Fund at Schwab Charitable Lowe, Brockenbrough & Company, Inc. Key Club The Watkins Family Charitable Foundation UBS Financial Services
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Donor Honor Roll Raymond James Mary L. Armitage Mrs. Edith M. Fresh Ms. Elaine McVay Mr. David B. Murphy Amy A. Newman Ms. Betty P. Squatriglia Earth, Fire, & Spirit Pottery Network for Good Paul D. Austin Family Foundation T. Rowe Price Program for Charitable Giving Pershing LLC
Johns Hopkins University Neil-Albert A. Grauer in memory of William S. Grauer Stuart L. Hanlein in memory of Mace T. Miyasaki Tony P. Tsai in memory of Sung-hsiung Tsai
Loyalty Club Ms. Olivia Klosterman Douglas Seaworth The Greene Company Youthbridge Community Foundation Contributor
Ohio Wesleyan University Joseph P. Costabile, M.D. in memory of Douglas Costabile Lt. Col. Jack Hahn, (Ret.) in memory of Prof. Paul T. Hahn
In Memory Of
Purdue University Brian Saunders in memory of M. JoAnn Saunders
Auburn University Capt. Thomas R. Mitchell III in memory of Thomas D. Shuford Dr. Jim Vickrey in memory of Katharine C. Cater Bucknell University Darryl L. Novak in memory of Marguerite S. Novak Darryl L. Novak in memory of Sigrid C. Novak California State University Northridge Mark S. Green in memory of Dr. Paterson Carnegie Mellon University Hillard M. Lazarus, M.D. in memory of Arnold H. and Belle G. Lazarus Centre College Gordon G. Benning Sr. in memory of Emma and J. Benning Ferris State University Christine D. and Russell Visner in memory of Dacho Dachoff Jacksonville University Dr. John A. Luciano in memory of Rosemary Pierce
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Marietta College Jo Ellen D. Yeary in memory of Dr. Jack E. Prince
Pittsburg State University Calvin E. Mein, M.D. in memory of Ann M. Mein
SUNY Plattsburgh Dr. Nancy J. Church in memory of Cheryl M. Hogle Tulane University Frederic A. Fernholz, M.D. in memory of John K. Riess
University of Cincinnati Danielle L. Gee in memory of James H. Geer University of Louisville Joni K. Burke in memory of Rodney G. Williams University of Mississippi Patrick E. McNarny in memory of Michael Lawrence McNarny
University of Oklahoma Stanley L. Basler in memory of Philip J. Nolan University of Pittsburgh Mark R. Winters, M.D. in memory of O∆K ‘Man of the Year’ at Grove City College and C. Clair Winters University of Virginia Marvin M. Phaup Jr. in memory of Earl D. Phaup Virginia Military Institute The Hon. George W. Foresman in memory of Henry J. Foresman Washington and Lee University Gerald J. Darrell in memory of Lewis G. John
St. Lawrence University Charles A. Luyster in memory of Charles Luyster
Clyde T. Turner Jr. in memory of William L. Crull
University of North Alabama Dr. Debbie L. Shaw in memory of Elmer B. Harris University of North Carolina Charlotte Nora M. Black in memory of Peter L. Noschese
Marshall University Clark D. Todd Jr. in memory of Robert Herrema
St. Mary’s College of Maryland Emily B. Jackson in memory of Margaret F. Decker
University of Nebraska - Omaha Beverly M. Sibbernsen, A.C.S.W. in memory of Everts
William C. Datz in memory of Jeanne A. Datz Frank L. Eppes in memory of Judge Frank Eppes Washington State University Gary Schwendiman, Ph.D. in memory of Ed Faulkner Westmont College Michael W. Kidd in memory of Florida M. Kidd William & Mary Brooke T. Weinmann in memory of John G. Weinmann
In Honor Of Belmont University Kaye LaFollette and J. David Gibbs in honor of Tara S. Singer Campbell University Betsy Dunn-Williams in honor of members graduating with the class of 2020 Carnegie Mellon University Edward C. Jesteadt in honor of silent leaders Christopher Newport University Baxter B. Vendrick Jr. in honor of the Christopher Newport University Circle Cumberland University Dr. Michael J. Spalding in honor of Billie J. McKee Florida State University Dr. Sally P. Karioth in honor of Florida State University
Grand Valley State University Michelle R. Burke, A.P.R. in honor of the National Headquarters Staff
Anne Tyler B. McCabe in honor of Junior J. Ndlovu Anne Tyler B. Mccabe in honor of Natey M. Kinzounza Ryan M. Pemberton in honor of Katherine A. Datz Louisiana State University Linda M. Hooks, Ph.D. in honor of Cynthia J. Cochran Maryville University John D. Morgan, Ed.D. in honor of Stephen D. Bisese John D. Morgan, Ed.D. in honor of Tara S. Singer, Ed.D. John D. Morgan, Ed.D. in honor of Thomas J. Vukovich
Rhodes College Edward A. DeVillafranca in honor of Rhodes College Roanoke College Katherine A. Datz in honor of Michelle A. Dilk Texas Woman’s University Phyllis Bridges, Ph.D. in honor of Mary L. Saunders The Citadel - The Military College of South Carolina Col. Myron Charles Harrington Jr., U.S.M.C. (Ret.) in honor of Conway F. Saylor University of Akron Spencer J. Marston Jr. in honor of Thomas J. Vukovich
Francis Marion University Darrell P. Jameson in honor of Joseph Heyward and Dr. R. Allen
Hampden-Sydney College Chad M. Krouse, Ed.D. in honor of Katherine A. Datz
Purdue University Jane A. Hamblin, J.D. in honor of Tara S. Singer, Ed.D
Roger T. Read in honor of Thomas J. Vukovich Deborah J. Vargo in honor of Thomas J. Vukovich Terry W. Vincent in honor of Thomas J. Vukovich
David A. Lyons, C.F.A. in honor of the University of Richmond Circle Elaine J. and The Honorable Archer L. Yeatts in honor of Richard S. Johnson Clifford L. Yee in honor of Tara S. Singer, Ed.D. University of Texas at Austin William Calvin C. Chaney in honor of Anna Clare B. Chaney Rebecca A. Knight in honor of Jon C. Liebman University of Virginia Dr. Audrey E. Snyder in honor of Alton L. Taylor Virginia Military Institute Lt. Gen. Michael L. Oates (Ret.) in honor of Walter F. Ulmer Wake Forest University The Rev. Dr. Craven E. Williams in honor of William E. Latture Washington and Lee University Leslie A. Cotter Jr. in honor of John M. Evans William C. Datz in honor of Ally Davis and Katy Datz
William C. Datz in honor University of Louisville of Michelle A. Dilk Tara S. Singer, Ed.D. in honor of the National Headquarters Staff, Jeffrey A. Ms. Katrina K. Spiezio in honor Meadows, Junior J. Ndlovu, and of Linda M. Hooks, Ph.D. Natey M. Kinzounza University of Maryland, College Park Gregory D. Hollen in honor of Drury G. Bagwell University of Miami Dr. Russell L. Robinson in honor of Sally K. Albrecht University of North Alabama Dr. Debbie L. Shaw in honor of Robert Potts
Thank You For Your Philanthropic Partnership
University of North Carolina Greensboro Morgan Yount in honor of Tara Eastwood University of Richmond Kaye LaFollette and J. David Gibbs in honor of Tara S. Singer, Ed.D.
*indicates the donor is deceased.
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Honors
CIRCLE RECOGNITION 2019
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2020
ach year, Omicron Delta Kappa recognizes those circles that have achieved a significant level of accomplishment. Circles that receive these awards are the embodiment of the best practices in coordinating O∆K activities. They provide inspiration and examples of how circles can thrive at their host institutions. Beginning in the 2019-20 academic year, each circle was required to meet the Circle Minimum Standards to be eligible for circle recognition awards. Below are the current standards.
1. A circle is required to initiate new members each academic year. 2. All officers must be initiated members of Omicron Delta Kappa. 3. Two active voting advisors: Circle Coordinator and Faculty Advisor, and the names must be communicated to the National Headquarters annually. 4. An elected student president and student vice president, and the names must be communicated to the National Headquarters annually. 5.
An elected student treasurer if the Circle Coordinator or Faculty Advisor does not handle funds for the circle, and the name must be communicated to the National Headquarters annually.
6. All individuals seeking membership must complete the national membership application. 7.
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The initiation must follow the ordained ritual program, and anyone seeking lifetime membership in O∆K must be present at an official initiation ceremony.
9. A circle must have four voting faculty/staff members. 10. Pay Institutional Membership Fee by fall or spring deadline. Institutional fees are due at the time of the first circle initiation each academic year. 11. Complete and submit the Circle Annual Report by the national deadline. 12.
Circles are required to meet at least twice between August 1 and December 15 and twice between January 1 and June 15 each year, not including initiation ceremonies.
All invited members must pay the national lifetime membership fees prior to receiving the emblems of membership (pin and certificate). Only honoris causa and newly appointed advisors shall have their national lifetime membership fees waived by the National Headquarters.
CIRCLE MINIMUM STANDARDS The following circles completed the requirements for Circle Minimum Standards.
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Loyola University Maryland
The College of New Jersey
Shenandoah University
University of South Carolina – Aiken
CIRCLE OF DISTINCTION
SUPERIOR CIRCLE
In addition to the Circle Minimum Standards, this award honors circles that have completed at least three of the following:
This award honors circles that have done the following: ●
Fulfilled all the requirements to be recognized as a Circle of Distinction
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Attended the National Virtual Initiation Ceremony (April or May 2020) or O∆K Conclave (March 2019)
Selected and submitted the nomination for a Circle Leader of the Year
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Sponsored a circle-driven signature event on campus
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Participated in the National Day of Service (or an equivalent service project)
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Applied for the Maurice A. Clay Leadership Initiative Grant
● Qualified for one of the supplementary recognitions (Membership Growth and Stability or Circle Stewardship)
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Submitted a nomination for a national award (Hogle, Roark, etc.)
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Award Recipients
East Carolina University University of West Alabama
Award Recipients Adelphi University Emory University Florida State University Georgia Southern University Hillsdale College University of Akron University of Massachusetts Lowell
Presidential Award of Excellence This award honors circles that have: ●
Circle of Distinction for five consecutive years; or,
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Superior Circle for three consecutive years; or,
● Been recognized with some combination of both (Circle of Distinction or Superior Circle) every year for five consecutive years.
Award Recipients Austin Peay State University
Morningside College
Cumberland University
University at Albany
Florida International University
University of Maryland, College Park
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Omicron Delta Kappa National Headquarters 224 McLaughlin Street Lexington, VA 24450-2002
O∆K is proud to announce the launch of our first podcast series. Listen Up O∆K Leaders is a podcast about leading in the 21st century. Our focus is collegiate leaders and leadership, but we invite everyone to listen. In our first series, we will explore the issues of resiliency, equity and inclusion, career development, and civic engagement. Our guests will be experts in their fields as well as members of Omicron Delta Kappa. Listen Up O∆K Leaders may be heard on your favorite streaming platform (Google Play, Apple, Spotify, and Amazon).
2021
Virtual
NATIONAL LEADERSHIP CONFERENCE
April 8-10, 2021