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Three Special Women Retire From Salem
Della Carlton: Residence Hall Director Mary Homrighous: English Department
Photo by Lesley Stokes
by Diane Davis
"When Della Carlton graduates with
some of her girls this May Salem
College will be loosing a favorite
RHD, but more importantly a much
loved member of our comunity who
has been a friend, confidante,
advisor, and shoulder to lean on. She
has continually distinguished herself
hy her never ending capacity to give
and her presence has been felt in
every facet of life at Salem."
-Mary Poole
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'Tm not retiring; I'm graduating. It
*ook me eight years because I
enjoyed Salem so much, " but it is
Salem that has truly enjoyed and
henefitted from the time Della
Carlton has spent here. She has given
^ great deal to Salem since her arrival
*n 1981. She served as the residence
hall director for Qewell dorm her first
^'vo years and then moved to Babcock,
'vhere she has been ever since. And
Ihe students in Babcock dorm have
grown to love her more each day she
has been there.
Spending just a small amount of
lime with Della Carlton, it is easy to
^nderstand why she has become a
lavorite of all Salem students. She
f^des a warmth and genltleness that
rare to find in a person today. As
^atherine Livermon, a Junior in
*hcock Dorm described her, "she
^®mplies all the qualities of a true
^uthern lady and serves as the
perfect role model for all Salem
®‘ndents."
Mre. Carlton has a special way of
. eking all students feel special and
'Important. Leslie Crow, former
,^®ident of Babcock Dorm, said,
^rs. Carlton has been like a second
°lher to me. She been
cornerstone supporting the entire
school. I'm glad I won't be around
to see what happens when she's gone."
Indeed it will be difficult, if not
impossible to replace Mrs. Carlton's
place at Salem. She has not only
demonstrated her love for her
students through her service at Salem,
but she has served the institution with
outstanding dedication. She has
made countless flower arrangements
for events at Salem, including Big 3+3
dances; decorated the Refectory for
special events; worked in Lehman Hall;
and helped when needed in the kitchen
of the Refectory. Mrs. Carlton says she
has enjoyed arranging all the flowers
because of the appreciation she has
received from everyone.
by Paige A. Parker
Mrs. Carlton has truly been active at
Salem and when she talks about what
she will be doing next year one of the
first things she remarks about is the fact
that she will not need to keep a
calendar next year; she will do
"whatever suits my fancy." She does
intend to spend alot more time with her
children, who have been jealous of her
love for her girls at Salem.
Summing up her experiecne at
Salem Mrs. Carlton says,"It has been a
marvelous experience because of the
good friends I have made among the
faculty, staff, students, and their
parents. She has enjoyed the having
the opportunity to see young women
enter college, take part in student life at
Salem, and then leave with a real since
of purpose." She states that her
greatest reward comes from hearing
from students in almost every class she
has had. It means alot to know they
remember her and want to keep in
touch.
Salem and all her students will
definately remember Della Carlton
and are thankful for special influence
she has had on the institution and, most
importantly her students. She will truly
be missed.
Salem College will be losing an excellent English teacher. Dr. Mary Homrighous,
at the end of this term. Entering her office in the English wing tells much about this
educated and truly interesting woman. Her desk is neat, but full of books and other
organized material. She sits erect, with a suit on waiting to be interviewed.
Homrighous has been at Salem for twenty-five years and she has decided it is time
for her to leave Salem. She is looking forward to her upcoming future. Homrighous
plans to travel, read, and spend time doing community activities.
Homrighous received her B.A. and her Masters at the University of Illinois, and
she received her Ph.D. from Northwestern University. She entered the teaching
profession because she wanted the association with students. "1 wanted to do
academic theatre and teaching allowed me to do exactly what 1 wanted to do,"
Homrighous commented.
While at Salem, Homrighous has worked with the Pierettes which has brought
much pleasure to her. Her courses working with Shakespeare's plays and historical
backgrounds of drama have also been highlights in her career as an educator at
Salem. But she makes the point during the interview that she will miss the students
the most after her retirement.
Since Homrighous arrived at Salem, there have been many changes. There use
to be a minor in drama, but the 4-1-4 system has been incorporated. She feels this
system is beneficial for students. Homrighous added,"There is no way to halt
traditions from changing, but 1 see these changes as healthy." Concerning positive
aspects in a Salem education, Homrighous stated, "I would hope the small classes
and student/teacher ratio can be maintained. The emphasis on oral and written
work in the class room is also good. The opportunities for internships and the
expanded opportunities for time abroad to study is wonderful."
Homrighous excitedly comments about Salem, "The inclusion of Mortar Board is
very good. I am hoping for an inclusion of a Phi Beta Kappa chapter here soon."
She is also a strong supporter of liberal arts colleges for women. She states, "At a
woman's institution, women have many more opportunities for leadership. The
first-rank jobs always went to males at co-ed schools and this will change with
women gaining leadership qualities.
Dr. Mary Homrighous will be missed and thought of as she takes on yet another
part of her life. What she has left behind at Salem will not go unnoticed. A lady
with intelligence, charisma, interest in the community, and a love for literature will
definitely be leaving us, yet she has instilled her love in so many students that she
will always be a part of Salem. As the interview concluded , Homrighous finished by
saying , "Salem is a unique place and I hope everyone will enjoy their experience."
The Salem community wishes her the best and the hope that all of her future will be
full of the dreams she wishes for.
Anne Woodward: Chrm. Physical Education Department
by Gaither Smoot
a photo by Asa Wolgast
This spring marks the end of a long
and happy career that Coach Anne
Woodward has shared with Salem.
Coach Woodward has been a teacher
at Salem for twenty-nine years. She has
taught every athletic course offered
except modern dance. She is director
of the Fitness Center atnd Chairman of
the Physical Education Department.
Coach Woodward is retiring this year
after many long years of dedicated
service.
Coach Woodward remarked that the
students are what make Salem special
to her. She admires their warmth, spirit,
and friendliness in taking part in her
classes. "The students are what make it
charming for me," she stated.
Coach Woodward has no definite
retirement plans at the moment. She
does intend to relax though by playing
more golf and fishing this fall. She says
that she is going to read books from
beginning to end without stopping.
Next year. Coach Woodward plans to
come back and visit. She commented,
"I know that I will miss coming over
here next year. I will always be thinking
about Salem because it is a part of me."
It is easy and sad to say that Coach
Anne Woodward will be missed greatly.
We all thank her for the kindness and
dedication that she has brought to
Salem, and wish her luck for a happy
retirement.