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D i v i s i o n O f St u d e n t A f fa i r s A d m i n i s t r at i o n Dr. Mark D. Nelson Vice President for Student Affairs and Vice Provost for Academic Affairs
Dr. Kathleen Cramer Senior Associate Vice President
Mrs. Molly Lawrence Associate Vice President
Dr. David Jones Assistant Vice President and Executive Director, Housing and Residential Communities
Dr. Tim Hebson Dean of Students
Dr. Lee Keyes Executive Director Counseling Center
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Menu
Salad Fresh Spinach with Mushrooms, Red Onions, Fresh Raspberries and Apple-smoked Bacon, served with choice of Ranch Dressing or Raspberry Vinaigrette
EntrĂŠe Smoked Chicken Breast stuffed with Ricotta Cheese, Swiss Chard and Smoked Bacon, served with an Herbed White Cheddar Cream Sauce and accompanied by Roasted Sweet Potatoes and a Tomato-Zucchini-Basil Crumble
Dessert Chocolate Decadence with Tuile Cookie and Spiced Crème Anglaise Sauce
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Warner O. Moore Hall of Fame On April 6, 1992, the Student Affairs Hall of Fame was dedicated in memory of Dr. Warner O. “Lanny� Moore, Jr. for his lasting contributions to student life at The University of Alabama. Dr. Moore was a professor of history and beloved director of Honors Day. In addition to his academic role, Dr. Moore served as associate director of Student Services, handling judicial matters, student conduct and character education. He served as advisor to Alpha Lambda Delta for many years, which gave him the opportunity to mentor countless freshman scholars. Additionally, he served as associate editor of the Journal of College Student Affairs, encouraging the highest levels of student affairs research for publication. A member of Theta Chi fraternity and friend to all students, Dr. Moore exemplified a heartfelt commitment to scholarship, professional service to students and intense loyalty to The University of Alabama community.
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St u d e n t A f fa i r s H a l l o f Fa m e I nau g u r a l I n d u c t i o n C e r e m o n y September 30, 2010 Welcome Dr. Mark D. Nelson Vice President for Student Affairs and Vice Provost for Academic Affairs Master of Ceremonies Dr. Joab L. Thomas President Emeritus, The Pennsylvania State University – 1995 President, The Pennsylvania State University – 1990-1995 President, The University of Alabama – 1981-1988 Chancellor, North Carolina State University – 1976-1981 Vice President for Student Affairs, The University of Alabama – 1974-1975 Invocation Father Gerald Holloway St. Francis Catholic Church, The University of Alabama Dinner Tribute to the Honorees Dr. Joab L. Thomas Closing Remarks Dr. Mark D. Nelson Champagne Toast Afro-American Gospel Choir
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John L. Blackburn, Ph.D. (1924-2009)
Recruited to the University in 1956 as assistant dean of men, Dr. John L. Blackburn was a visionary and personable leader. Among the benchmarks of his distinguished career at the Capstone was the central role he played in the peaceful desegregation of the University. His commitment to students and to the profession of student affairs administration continues to be an inspiration to many. After serving in the U.S. Army during World War II, Dr. Blackburn earned his bachelor’s degree from Missouri Valley College, his master’s degree in education from the University of Colorado and his doctorate in higher education management from Florida State University. At UA, he was named dean of men in 1958 and dean for student development in 1968. He spent 1969-1978 at the University of Denver, serving first as vice chancellor for student affairs and later as vice chancellor for university resources. He was summoned home to the Capstone as vice president for educational development in 1978 and held that position until his retirement in 1990. The University chose to perpetuate his legacy by establishing the Blackburn Institute in his honor in 1995. A nationally acclaimed leadership program, the institute has become a thriving global network of leaders with a shared commitment to helping the state of Alabama achieve its full potential. Dr. Blackburn mentored each student fellow toward new levels of excellence. After his retirement, Dr. Blackburn established and served as president of Blackburn Educational Technologies, providing consulting services to colleges and universities throughout the United States. He served as president of the National Association of Student Personnel Administrators (NASPA), and twice as president of the National Association of University Administrators. Additionally, he served as president of Alpha Sigma Phi social fraternity and president of the Tuscaloosa Rotary Club. An inspiration to all who knew him, Dr. Blackburn cherished the state of Alabama, the University and the students whose lives he touched on a daily basis.
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Sarah Healy Fenton (1908-1999)
While serving as associate dean at the University of Michigan, Sarah Healy was encouraged by former UA President Raymond Paty to consider the dean of women position at The University of Alabama. He wrote to then-UA President Oliver Carmichael highly singing her praises, confident that she would be an exemplary leader for Alabama’s coeds. In 1954, President Oliver Carmichael offered her the position of dean of women at a salary of $6,750. She came into the position knowing full well the impending integration court decision and the potential concerns that might develop. Our gain was Michigan’s loss. Dean Healy heroically helped guide the University through the period from 1956-1958. While the racial integration of the University was not successful during this time, the lessons learned did lead to eventual accomplishment. Dean Healy and others worked diligently to chart the path toward successful integration. While the integration of the University was Dean Healy’s most important contribution, it was certainly not her only one. She developed a seamless web where all women students had a sense of belonging, a sense of place and the knowledge that someone cared. She strongly supported the Women’s Student Government Association (AWS) as the voice of and for women students. She saw value in the AWS affiliation with the Intercollegiate Association of Women Students. Dean Healy knew that Alabama coeds could learn by participating with women students from other regions and backgrounds. She also was a strong supporter of the Board of Publications, the Student Life Committee and Student Health Services. Today the Sarah Healy Award is presented annually by the Office of Student Media. Throughout her tenure at the University, Dean Healy persevered in her quiet, tenacious manner; guiding and supporting her charges on the one hand and charging the University leaders to respond on the other. She listened intently to student concerns, gingerly probed as to their motivation and purpose, and in her own quiet and compassionate way, supported their convictions as they matured into responsible persons. A Crimson White editorial acknowledged that her retirement would leave a great gap in the University’s administration. The students knew her as a problem-solver and ready listener, and thanked her for her kindness and understanding. She has a graduate student scholarship named in her honor in the College of Education.
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Melford E. Espey, Jr. (1941-2010)
Melford E. Espey, Jr. loved The University of Alabama and considered serving its students a true privilege. He held three degrees from his beloved alma mater: a bachelor of science, a master of arts and an educational specialist degree in the administration of higher education. Mr. Espey served in many critical leadership positions at the University from 1970 until his retirement in 1996. His many roles included director of the Ferguson Center, director of campus activities, director of student life, director of University Recreation, and assistant to the vice president for student affairs. Additionally, he served as Student Government Association advisor for many years. He is remembered fondly by generations of students and colleagues. Among his many contributions to the University, Mr. Espey designed the new student union, Ferguson Center, a facility that continues to serve as the heart of campus life. He approached this challenge in a way that was true to his lifelong commitment to putting students first, by inviting and incorporating student input into the design. As a longtime faculty secretary of Omicron Delta Kappa (ODK) honor society, Mr. Espey was an effective advocate for the admission of women to ODK. As a result, UA’s chapter of ODK was the first honor society of its kind to eliminate gender discrimination prior to the enforcement of the Title IX Higher Education Act. Mr. Espey also served as a member of the board of directors of the Alabama Credit Union for nearly 40 years and was recognized as the Alabama Credit Union League’s Volunteer of the Year in 2004. The Credit Union established an Alabama Alumni Association scholarship in his memory after his passing. Perhaps most memorable among his achievements, Melford Espey served as Alabama’s first elephant mascot. His enduring love for the campus and its students led to a distinguished career and a legacy of friendship that will continue to connect Alabamians for many generations.
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St u d e n t A f fa i r s L e a d e r s h i p C o u n c i l Wes Acee III Gadsden, AL
Carolyn and Bert Eichold II Mobile, AL
Leslie and Bibb Allen, Jr. Birmingham, AL
Margaret Garner Tuscaloosa, AL
Leslie and Doug Anderson Mobile, AL
Lori and Doug Gregory, Jr. Huntsville, AL
Julia and Dean Azar Montgomery, AL
Amy and Jeffrey Grice Jasper, AL
Lee and Duffy Boles Huntsville, AL
Ann and Troy Haas Birmingham, AL
Katie and Wesley Britt Tuscaloosa, AL
Carole and Richard Hamm Huntsville, AL
Debbie and Gregory Brock Huntsville, AL
Susan and Marion Hicks Dallas, TX
Patricia and James Brown Macon, GA
Sandy and Philip Hodgson Daphne, AL
Joshua Burcham Nashville, TN
Leesa and Joel Huguley Gardendale, AL
Patty and David Clokey, Jr. Gadsden, AL
Jamie and Jay Ison, Jr. Mobile, AL
Maura and Tim Costello Dallas, TX
Pamela and Steven Kulback Birmingham, AL
Nedra and Robert Crosby Greenville, AL
Alison and Bill Lewis Greenville, AL
Cindy and Mike Maddox Gadsden, AL
Katherine and Robert Saer New Orleans, LA
Nancy and Allen Meisler Birmingham, AL
Nancy Siniard Huntsville, AL
Sarah and Brendan Moore Tuscaloosa, AL
Ralph Stubblefield, Jr. Huntsville, AL
William Norvell, Jr. Atlanta, GA
Mary and John Turner, Jr. New Orleans, LA
Jeanna and Rodney Pilot Fairhope, AL
Jeanne V. Walker Marietta, GA
Fay and Cleveland Poole Greenville, AL
Debbie and David White Mobile, AL
Murray and James Priester Birmingham, AL
Starla and Robert Wilkes Decatur, AL
Stephanie and Gordon Robinson III Birmingham, AL
Harriet and James Williams, Jr. Bessemer, AL
Kathy and Robert Rolfe Nashville, TN
Jane and John Williams Birmingham, AL
Kelly and Mason Rudolph, Jr. Covington, LA
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Stu de nt Af fai rs Hall of Fam e In duction Ce re mony Plan n i ng Com m itte e Kathleen Cramer Laura Dotson Carol Duncan Paige Lancaster Molly Lawrence
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Ac k nowle d g e m e nts
Afro-American Gospel Choir Aramark Higher Education Capstone Men and Women Center for Public Television and Radio Ferguson Center Student Union Jerry’s Cleaners Lamb Family Leeds Architectural Letters of Alabama, Inc. Matt Clinton Designs Ralph Mark Student Affairs Leadership Council Student Government Association University of Alabama Furnishings and Design University of Alabama Landscape and Grounds University Printing
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