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PEMEBCKE SIAXEEUNIVERSnY BY GDC NMCDI Director Of Public Information ^i?????? PSU TO HAVE FIRST WOMAN COMMENCEMENT SPEAKER Chancellor Paul Givena, who has made many { innovations in his 10 yean as chief executive officer of Pembroke State University, is making another one for his final commencement as chancellor. Hi rough his invitation, the first woman will serve as commencement speaker at PSU Saturday, May 6, for graduation exercises at 2 p.m. She is Dr. Betty L Siegel, who is also the first woman to head an institution in the 34-unit University System of - Georgia. She has served as president of Kennesaw State College at Marietta, Ga., since 1981. Under Dr. Siegel's leadership, Kennesaw State College has experienced record enrollments, and this quarter has 7,658 students. In 1987, the Council for Advancement and Support of Education (CASE) selected Kennesaw College as one of the top three colleges and universities in its nationwide competition focusing on "Hie President and the Public." Kennesaw College has also been spotlights in the book, "Searching for Academic Excellence: Leadership in Higher Education." Dr. Siegel holds a B.A. from Wake Forest University, an M.Ed, from UNC-Chapel Hill, and a Ph.D. from Florida State University. She has completed two additional years of post-doctoral study at Indiana University. She has been presented honorary doctorates from Cumberland College in Kentucky and Miami University in Ohio. From 1976-81, she was the first woman academic dean in the 95-year history of Western Carolina University, serving as dean of the School of Education and Psychology and professor of psychology. From 1972-76, she served at the University of Florida as dean of academic affairs for Continuing Education, as professor of psychological foundations in the College of _ Education, and as an associate in the Institute for the 2 Development of Human Resources. Prior to that, she ~ taught at Indiana University and at Lenoir^Rhyne College. A nationally known lecturer and speaker, she has - delivered over 50 papers, served as a consultant in over - 200 school systems and been keynote speaker at nine international associations, 60 national associations and over 250 regional and state conferences. She has delivered over 200 addresses to business, professional, . governmental and civic groups in 49 states, Puerto Rico and five foreign countries. Dr. Siegel is chairperson of the American Association of State Colleges and Universities, secretary of the American Council of Education, and a member of the Southeast Regional Advisory Board of the Institute for International Education. She is also chairperson of the University Center of Georgia, a consortium of 18 public and private institutions of higher learning. She serves on many boards and was the first woman to the Board of Directors of Atlanta Gas Light Company. She is very active in community service. Dr. Siefalis married to an attorney, Dr. Joel H. Siegel. They are parents at two sons: David, 22, a banker, and Michael, 20, a senior at Wake Forest University. PSU Foundation Scholarship Golf Tourney Set May 4 Two days before PSU" s commencement, the annual PSU Foundation Scholarship Golf Tournament will be held at Lumberton's Pfnecrest Country Club at 1:90 p.m. on Thursday, May 4. Teams will assemble at 1 p.m. for the 1:30 p.m. "shot-gun" start It will be a four-man team, captain's choice (super ball) tourney and limited to the first 100 players (26 teams). Teams will be made up of A, B, C, and D players with women encouraged to participate. Entry fee, which is tax deductible, will be $40 per individual. This includes green fee and cart as well as refreshments, prizes and "happy hour." Sponsorship by businesses or individuals is encouraged. Deadline for entries is May 1. Contributions of a larger amount than the entry fee would be appreciated by the PSU Scholarship Program. All proceeds go to that program. Pro gift shop certificates will be awarded to the first and second place teams plus there will be trophies awarded to members of the first place team. Prizes will also be given for the nearest to the pin on all par-3 holes and the longest drives on Nos. 8 and 15. Entry checks should be made payable to PSU Foundation and mailed or presented to William Mason, vice chancellor for business affairs, PSU, Pembroke, N.C. 28372. Three Psychology Majors Present Papers At Professional Meetings Three PSU psychology majors recently presented papers on research projects at professional meetings. They were Toni Bo wen of Lumberton and Linda Muzquiz of Fayette ville at the Carotin as Psychology Conference in Raleigh and Elizabeth Everson of Hope Mills at the Alpha Chi National Conference in New Orleans. In addition, another psychology major, Helen Pate of Rowland, represented the PSU Chapter of Alpha Chi as the voting delegate at the National Conference in New Orleans. Bo wen, Muzquiz and Everson will each receive certificates of recognition from the PSU chapter of Psi Chi, national honor society in psychology, for then making the presentations. Psi Chi has also inducted eight new members into its PSU chapter. They are: Beth Bulla, Fayette ville; Eric Chavis, Pembroke; Myra Man ess, Tabor City; Mary Payne, Fayette ville; Kimberty Price, Lumberton; Wanda Ray, Laurel Hill; Deborah Tiemey, Fayette ville; and Joe Williams, Greenwood, SC. The initiations took place at a dinner in Fayette ville. Psi Chi members are psychology majors or minors with a 3.0 overall grade point average and a 3.0 in their psychology course work. DR. BETTY L. STEDEL Robeson County Schools News & Br lets! Darla Oxendine with Loretta Hunt 'I Woodt Receives State NCAE Award During the annuel North Carolina Association of Educators Award Banquet, Dr. Ruth Dial Woods was presented the 1989 Human Relations Award. Dr. Woods was selected as the District 10 Human " Relations winner and competed with other district "? winners statewide to receive the state award. Recipients are selected based upon a genuine demonstration to professional growth, humane equality 1 for all races, unselfish service to others and leadership skills at the local, state and national levels. Dr. Woods has received numerous civic and community leadership and service awards for educational contribu tions to Robeson County, the State of North Carolina and to the nation. The NCAE Awards Banquet was held Thursday, April 13 at the Raleigh Civic Center. As NCAE District Human Relations Award winner a certificate of recognition was presented. As a state winner, a $200 cash award and a flat wall plaque was presented to Dr. Woods. Dr. Woods has a B. A. degree in Spanish and English, a M.A. degree in Educational Administration and Supervision, and has completed studies at many other universities throughout the southeastern United States. In four weeks, she will receive a doctoral degree in education from South Carolina State University at Orangeburg Dr. Woods is the daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. A.G. Dial. She is married to Mr. Noah Woods and they have four children. SBth Anneal State Leadership Conference Hie Robeson County Career Center Chapter 9099 participated in the 36th Annual State Leadership Conference in Asheville, NC on April 6-8. The theme for the conference was "The Best in Business." Participants included Henry G. Oxendine, Terra R Tyner, Brenda Clark and Denise Clark. Abby M. WQkins was a finalist and winner of the James L White Scholarship which awarded a $500 scholarship. The Chapter was recognized for the Gold Seal Chapter Award of Merit This award is given in recognition for being an outstanding chapter contributing to the National Building Fund, and a chapter with increased member Mrs. MaryB. Hunt advisor, was selected as the N.C. Future Paalnsis Leaden of America Advisor of the Year. She wfll compete at the National FBLA Convention in Orlando, FT. July 4-7. National Business Education Conference Recently, Mrs. Mary B. Hunt attended the National Business Education Conference in Chicago, Illinois. The theme was "Business Educators Focus on the hfineties." Mrs. Hunt was among 1800 delegates from the U.S., ? Canada, Virgin Islands and France. She has served on the National Computer Literacy Committee for the past three years. She attended this conference in order to p?u.*~<r>ete in the culmination of a committee assignment in whic!. material was presented, a computer handbook which included the submitting of published materials. Kelite M. Hunt Receives Scholarship West Robeson High School senior Kellie M. Hunt was one of the first recipients of college scholarships given by the United Tribes of North Carolina. The scholarships were open to Indian high school seniors throughout the state. Applicants submitted essays that described how they planned to serve their community and the Indian people after obtaining a college degree. Ms. Hunt was awarded a $600 scholarship. Q The N.C. Consortium on Indian Education sponsored ? the scholarships. 22 high school seniors throughout the ? state applied for the scholarships. The winners were Jl chosen based on their grades, career plans and J extracurricular activities. x The scholarships were presented during the 14th A annual N.C. Indian Unity Conference in Fayetteville. Hunt is the daughter of Estelle Hunt and the late n Charles Hunt of Pembroke. 11 Beth Brewing ton Appointed Page Pembroke Junior High ninth grader Bethany Delane ' 1 Brewington was appointed to serve as a page in the 1989 session of the N.C. General Assembly. During the A week of April 10-14, Brewington worked with members of | the N.C. House of Representatives and the staff of the a General Assembly. Brewington was appointed by Rep. ? Danny DeVane and will be supervised by Speaker of the ? House Joe Mavretic. Q Serving as a page allows the opportunity to serve the * state, to learn how state government operates, and learn A much about the history of North Carolina. Brewington's duties will be in the Legislative Building daily from 8:20 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Ikiring her stay in Raleigh she will be provided housing by Ms. Vickie Ransom. Brewington's honors include being an honor roll student, receiving the superintendent's Academic Award of Excellence, and a Beta Club member. Her school activities include being President of the Young Christian's Association, editor of PJHS yearbook, and journalism club member. She is also a member of the tennis, basketball and Softball teams. Brewington is a member of Harper* Perry Baptist Church, member of the Youth Bible Drill Team, and secretary of the Sunday School Youth Class. She is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Bill James Brewington of Pembroke. * CALL J I 919-521-2826 TO SUBSCRIBE * TO THE * I S CAROLINA $1 J INDIAN VOICE J I ROBESON COMMUNITY COLLEGE NEWS UNTIED WAY ASSISTS LITERACY EFFORTS Robeson County illiterate adults will be getting a helping hand from United Way funds to develop basic educational skills. Mrs. Ann Dunlap, United Way Co-Executive Director, informed President Williams that $6,000.00 has been approved to assist the college's literacy program in student support services. Eligible students could possibly receive re imbursement for transportation and child care expenses to attend a literacy class in their community. Any adult, 18 years or older who has not completed high school and needs assistance to attend literacy classes, should apply through the literacy class instructor or contact Jean FYye at Robeson Commnnity College. 788-7101, Ext 181. DISCOVERIES. A LOCAL LITERACY PUBLIC A TION DISCOVERIES is a monthly publi cation of the division of Adult and Continuing Education at RCC. The purpose of DISCOVERIES is to provide information to community and business leaders on the efforts being made to reduce illiteracy in Robeson County. DISCOVERIES will keep the public abreast of events and special projects related to Adult Education. It is RCC's hope that DISCOVERIES will have an impact in the way Adult Education is perceived in Robeson County and encourage support and action from community and business leaders. Key leaders in the affairs and concerns of our county have been placed on a mailing list to receive a copy. If your business, agency or public service program could benefit from receiving DISCOVERIES, please contact Teresa Stone at RCC, 738-7101, Ext 186. OFFICIALS HEAR PROJECT FACE UPDATE With great enthusiasm, the FACE Task Force gathered for its March 30th luncheon meeting. Chairman Garth Loddear welcomed the group and its distinguished guests. Hubert Bullard, Vice President of Continu ing Education at RCC, introduced special guests: Mr. Bobby Anderson, Director of Continuing Education Services for the Department of Community Colleges in Raleigh; Ms. Sylvia Mitchell. SDA Administrator for Lumber River Job Training Consortium; Mr. Keith Clayton, Basic Education Recruiter at Fayette ville Technical Community College; Dr. Bob Raising, professor at Pem broke State University; Reverend David Canaday, Chaplain for the N.C. Department of Corrections; Mr. Kirk Mattson, Economic Develop ment Director for the City of Lumberton; Judge Frank Floyd; Ms. Freda Bowman, Public Defender, and Mr. Richard Townsend, District Attorney. Ms. Bowman and Judge Floyd each spoke briefly in reference to the lack of education being a major factor in crime. Hie under-educated typic ally have low self-esteem, economic problems, and high unemployment These factors combine to create a criminal climate. All the members of the judicial system who were present expressed support for Project FACE. Ms. Deborah Huggins, Coordina tor of Project FACE, praised the probation officers for the help they have given her in working with the 84 students who have been served by the project Many students are in classes around the county, nine are enrolled as a special group which meets on Monday and Thursday nights. Mr. Tony Brewington. Basic Edu cation Director, discussed the next phase of Project FACE: the big brother approach. He and Mr. Mattson are working out the details to have FACE students (on proba tion) work together as a team in such jobs as landscaping and carpentry. From the state level, Mr. Ander son presented statistics concerning the 101,000 persons served in N.C. literacy programs last year. Of these, 1,300 woe students at RCC. ???????????????????????????????? CLASSES IN THE WORK PI ACE Some laborers, especially in indus try, can neither read nor write, and there are many who do not have a high school diploma. There has been a concentrated effort by RCC to offer adult education classes on-site to the work force in industries and busines ses. In recent years, technology has changed and persons And them selves losing their jobs because they do not have the basic skills. Also, many employers are requiring a high school diploma for employ ment or promotion. Approximately 15 adults graduate with high school diplomas each year from on-site classes. Many more are bettering their basic reading and writing skills. There are currently 10 classes at work-sites in Robeson County. Classes are set up without - charge and instructors and materials are provided. For more information, call the Bask Education Department at RCC, 738-7101* Ext 169. 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