Published each Thursday m Pembroke, N.C.
CAROLINA INDIAN VOICE
"Building Communicative Bridges In A Tri-R:\cinl Setting "
VOLUME 2H NUMBER 32 THURSDAY, AUGUST 9,2001 25c
Pamela Jenkins Named
New Sports Information
Director at UNCP
PEMBROKE, N.C. - Pamela
Jenkins has assumed the post of sports
information director and compliance
coordinator at the University of North
Carolina at Pembroke, according to
an announcement form Athletics Director
Dan Kenney.
"We're excited to have Pamela join
our athletic family," Kenney said.
"Her educational credentials and her
professional and collegiate athletic
background will be a plus for this department."
Jenkins is a recent graduate of the
College of William and Mary School
of Law.
She also received her Master's of
Business Administration from the college.
As an undergraduate, she'majored
in marketing at Southern Methodist
University.
At William and Mary, Jenkins
worked in the Compliance Office at
the Athletics Department. She served
internships with the American Hockey
League in West Springfield, Mass.,
and with SFX Sports in Washington,
D.C. ;
Jenkins worked three years as assistant
director of marketing and media
relations for the Dallas Cowboy
Cheerleaders.
"1 think this is a wonderful oppor
tunity to become involved with intercollegiate
athletics," Jenkins said.
"This is a program on the rise."
Her responsibilities will include
coordinating all contacts between the
Athletics Department and the media,
producing the department's publications,
maintaining the web site and
leading the NCAA compliance program.
Jenkins is engaged to Monty Mason
and plans a September 15th wedding.
She replaces Matt Sullivan who will
begin law school at the University of
South Carolina this fall.
Family Therapist Joins
Southeastern Cancer Center
Family therapist Stephanie Brooks
has joined the staff of the Southeastern
Cancer Center as oncology therapist.
A native of Pembroke, she received
a master's degree in marriage
and family therapy from East Carolina
University in May.
"I wanted to come back to my home
community to work with the people
here," she said. "1 also enjoy working
in the medical setting."
Brooks said she is counselling patients
and their families in her work
at the center. "1 want to help the families
who are dealing with cancer because
1 believe that cancer isn't just
an individual's disease," she said. "It
affects the whole family system, and
that's what I'm trained in. A system
is the family or community. Anything
that affects a person affects their relationship.
It may cause financial
strains. Cancer is a life-changing experience
even for those who go into
remission."
As part of her focus on the family
system. Brooks will also be co-facihtating
an educational class called /
Can Cope. This eight-week course
was developed for adults with cancer
and their family members and friends
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and is due to begin in the fall.
Brooks also leads the female cancer
support group, Unique Surviving
Sisters, which meets at the Center,
1200 Pine Run Drive, the second
Tuesday of each month.
In her spare time. Brooks enjoys
crafts, biking and spending time with
family and friends, She makes her
home in Pembroke.
Class Action
Rules in Favor of
Property Owner
A New Hanover County jury returned
a verdict in the amount of
$399,195.00 dollars in favor of a
property owner who had 3.805 acres
of a 6.615 acre tract of land located
on Market Street, just north of Porter's
Neck Road (approximately 10 miles
outside of Wilmington, North Caro- '
lina city limits), condemned by the
State Department of Transportation
for the construction of the U.S. Hwy.
17 interchange project. The verdict
will represent more than a
$300,000.00 increase over what the
department of Transportation had offered
for the property and that its appraiser
testified the land was worth.
Additionally, the property owner is
entitled to be paid interest in excess
of $30,000.00.
Gary K. Shipman, attorney for the
landowner, L&J Properties, was obviously
pleased with the verdict. "The
State and I had fundamental disagreements
over the highest and best use
of this land. Our evidence showed that
the best use of this tract was commercial;
the State contended it was residential.
The jury concluded it was
commercial, and awarded compensation
accordingly."
The trial lasted four days, and the
jury deliberated just two (2) hours
before returning their verdict.
Poems Sought in Contest**
From Pembroke Area Poets
A $1,000.00 grand prize is being ^
offered in a new poetry contest sponsored
by Celestial Arts, free to every-s
one. A whopping $50,000.00 in prizes
will be awarded during the coming
year!
To enter send one poem 21 lines or
less: Celestial Arts, PO Box 1140,
Talent, Or 97540. Or enter on-line at
www.ffeecontest.com. The
deadline for entering is August 29,
2001. A winner's list will be sent to
all entrants.
Locklear Makes Captain
Art T. Locklear has been promoted
in the U.S. Air Force to the rank of captain.
Locklear, a food service officer, is
assigned to the 7th Services Squadron,
Dyess Air Force Base, Abilene, Texas.
His parents are Harold B. and Laura
L. Locklear of 216 Kyra Lane, Maxton,
N.C.
In 1991, the captain graduated from
Pumell Swett High School, Pembroke,
.N.C., and in 1997, received his
bachelor's degree ffom the U.S. Air
Force Academy, Colorado Springs,
Colo.
bpecial Event
planned at Indian
Cultural Center
The North Carolina Indian Cultural
Center Singles presents "Hawaiian
Nigh" to beheld August 17 at 7:30
P.M.. at the North Carolina Indian
Cultural Center. Cost of the event is
S5 per person and will include music,
games, food, fun, an a Christian envi-ronment.
For further information contact
Beverly Collins at 910-521-2433 or
Theresa Goins at 910-843-9463.
Jamie Locklear Places Near Top in
Triangle Tour Tournament
Jamie Locklear, Pro Golfer of Pembroke finished in fifth place in the Triangle
Golf Tour Tournament at Deercroft, near Wagram. The tournament was
held July 28 and included over 30 professional golfers.
Locklear said the fifth place finish was his best effort so far in his competition
in the Hooters and Triangle Golf Tours. He said he earned prize money
from his efforts because he had the best score on the most difficult hole in the
tournament.Locklear
has continued to play selected tournaments in Triangle tour that
give him an opportunity to learn new courses and that do not require extensive
travel. Locklear said, "1 can play a practice round on the course before the
tournament and can easily travel from home to the tournaments."
Locklear said he has been very involved in community service and golf
educational activities in the past two months. LockTear has participated in
programs that help disadvantaged children that are sponsored by first Health
in Pembroke, and Lumber River council of Governments in Lumberton.
Locklear has worked with a Golf academy for disadvantaged youths at the
Riverside Golf course. In the past two months over 22 youths have received
classroom study and on-course training by Jamie Locklear. Locklear said,
"Golf is an excellent sport to help develop physical fitness as well as social,
and networking skills. People of all size and ages can play golf."
Locklear said, "I wish to thank the local golfers for their continued support."
He noted that several area golfers were spectators at his fifth place
finish at Deercroft. I wish to thank die businesses and individuals in the Pembroke
and Robeson county area who supported me in my efforts to compete,"
he said.
Anyone wishing to help Mr. Locklear in his efforts may send donations to:
Jamie Locklear, Pro Golfer
256 Vate Road
Lumberton, NC 28358
910-521-5530
New Physician Joins SRMC
Emergency Services
s. jonn uuna, M.D., Has joined the
medical staff of Southeastern Regional
Medical Center. He is an emergency
physician.
A native of India, Dr. Ouha earned
his medical degree from Boston University
School of Medicine in 1986
and then completed a surgical internship
at Harvard in 1987. While serving
in the U.S. Air Force Medical
corps, Dr. Guha received training in
emergency medicine and family medicine.
He is certified in emergency
medicine by the American Association
of Physician specialists.
Before coming to work at SRMC. .
Dr. Guha was the director of the emergency
room at Johnston Memorial
Hospital in Smithfield, N C. Dr. Guha
is an adjunct assistant consulting professor
in the division of emergency
medicine at Duke University Medi-.
cal Center, where he teaches advance
trauma life support. He is also the local
medical director for the DukeJohnston
Life Care mobile intensive
care unit.
"I chose to come to SRMC because
it is a larger hospital with a very challenging
emergency room," he said. "It
is busy and never boring!"
In his spare time, he works at the
company he founded. Expert MedicoLegal
Opinions. Dr. Guha makes his
home in Clayton, N. C. with his wife
Wanda, who is also a physician, and
their four children.
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Pembroke Housing Authority News
Residents attend Senior Farmers Market Nutrition
Pilot Program
On June 29th Suzette Salcido, Resident Services Coordinator, and_Pembroke
Housing Authority Residents; Ms. Geneva Lucas, Ms. Tessie Hunt, Ms.
Diamond Chavis, Ms. Vera Locklear, and Mr. Julio Mesa attended the "Senior
Farmers Market Nutrition Pilot Program". This program was sponsored
by the United States Department of Agricultural and North Carolina
Division of Aging.
The purpose of the program was to provide vouchers to seniors that participate
in the Congregate Nutrition Sites in the Robeson County and surrounding
area. There were approximately 230 participants. Each eligible participant
received SI 8.00 worth of vouchers to buy fresh fruit andvegetables. The
vendors offered fresh com, cantaloupe, watermelons, peas, string beans and
etc.
After everyone bought their produce and settled down, they were served a
lunch of ham sandwiches, potato salad, milk, and homemade blueberry
ice cream. They were also given a booklet with tips on storing and using fresh
fruits & vegetables from "farmer's market." Plans are underway for another
such program during the fall growing season.
On July 12, 2001 the Youth Center staff held their monthly Family Night.
Youth Coordinators served a snack of chips, dip, cookies, and sodas. After
snacks, youth and parents watched the movie "Stuart Little" while others played
games, made colorful pictures and worked on the computers. The Youth Cen-,
ter staff encourages r'te youth and parentrtogetmore involved with our monthly
Family Night Act: vity.
On July 18,2001 the Youth Center had its first annual Field Day. The day
was full of three legged races, relay races, and slip and slide races. The youth
and the yovui coordinators all had a blast. After a hot day of racing, the youth,
parents, totd coordinators all enjoyed a cool drink. After the slip and slide
competition, the youth enjoyed a water-balloon fight.
On July 17th, Ms. Kathy Magura, Nutrition Director with the Robeson County
Health Department, spoke to a group of concerned community people at the
Maynor Community Building on the topic of "Diabetes".
Ms. Magura explained to the group the importance of eating right, so a
diabetic can live a long and healthy life. Ms.. Magura also explained the difference
in Hypoglycemia (low blood sugar) and Hyperglycemia (high blood
sugar) their causes, onsets, and symptoms.
There was an informative question and answer period at which time lots of
information was shared. Ms. Magura has been asked to present another class.
Time and date will be announced for more information you may call Suzette
Salcido at 521-1030. The public is more than welcome to attend.
Detroit 300 Great Lakes
Champion Pow Wow
The Detroit 300 Great Lakes Champion Pow Wow will celebrate Detroit's Native American heritage. The cultural
celebration will include drum and dance competitions, a large "traders's market" of traditional arts and crafts, and
special events for the family in honor of Detroit's 300th birthday.
This is an alcohol and substance free event.
The event will start on Saturday, September 22, at 11:00 a.m. and go until 9:00 p.m., then again on Sunday, September
23, at 11:00 a.m. until 6:00 p.m.
Admission prices are; adults $7.00, children 12 & under $4.00, and seniors age 50 and over $4.00.
It will be at the Fairgrounds Park at Michigan State Fairgrounds. (8 Mile Road and Woodward Avenue in Detroit,
Michigan.)
For general information call 1-800-DETROIT or visit www.detroit300.org.
A Very Busy Summer For The University of North Carolina at Pembroke
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. u...unvni,, n.v..- v,oii i gei you anyinuig else," asked waitress Brittney
Deese, as guests settled down to a gourmet luncheon of chicken alfredo, garlic
bread, cabbage, iced tea and other delicacies.
While Brittney, age 14. took orders and served customers, her friends cooked,
seated guests and counted money at the Cultural Diversity Luncheon sponsored
by UNC Pembroke's Family Life Center and hosted at the Baptist Student
Union.
The luncheon -- planned, promoted and produced by the center's Summer
Program for middle school students- was a success in more ways than one.
"I learned to be responsible for what you do and to show up on time," said
kitchen help, Erica Chavis, 15.
The students left no detail unattended to, including chocolate silk pie and
after-dinner mints.
The programs for 30 Pembroke Middle School students lasted three weeks
and consisted of arts and crafts, physical fitness, drug prevention sessions and
the entrepreneurial lesson.
The Family Life Center was just one of many UNCP programs this summer
serving the surrounding region. Here is a roundup of the summer: Summer
School- A record number attended summer school. Attendance at two fiveweek
sessions and the short intercession was 2.2221 compared with 1.422 last
year, and increase of 56.2 percent. NC Teach - 20 lateral entry teachers, who
are making mid-career changes and seeking licensure in middle grades, mathematics,
science and special education spent five weeks on campus in this
state sponsored program. NC-HCAP- five promising UNCP students participated
in the HCAP's (Health Careers Access Program) clinical Health Summer
Program. Participated in internships at local hospitals and clinics.
Eisenhower Grant Programs - Two grants-brought 36 middle and high school
teachers to UNCP for training in the North Carolina "standard course of study"
in chemistry and physical science. Triumph Scholars Program- The Office
of Sponsored Research and Programs sponsored a Summer Academy for 20
Pembroke Elementary students. College Opportunity Program enrolled 60
students this summer for five weeks to get a head start on their freshman year
of college. They took seven hours of courses, registered for fall classes and
learned about college life. PM ABS Workshop-Eight middle and high school
teachers attended a biotechnology learning workshop located in the Biology
Department. They received hands-on training in laboratory techniques and
experiments, but also took back pre-lab materials including models they made
during the two-week workshop. All Sports Camp- Men's Basketball Coach
John Haskins' annual fun vamp for kids ages 6-12 was attended by 75 day
campers. Basketball Camp - For boys and girls ages 8-18, this camp attracted
41 for a weeklong day camp. UNCP Swim School- Lessons for all ages during
the summer served about 230. It was supervised by Aquatics Director P. J.
Smith. NC/USA Wrestling Developmental Camp- Wrestling Coach P. J.
Smith hosted the camp with about 120 participants. Youth Opportunities
Program- Run by the Lumber River Council of Governments, the Youth
Opportunities Program brought 100 kids to campus for sports, mixed media
and academic programs. This is a federally funded program for youths from
Robeson's "Enterprise Communities" in Lumberton and Red Springs. Summer
youth Program- 72 academically gifted participants, grades 4-7, from
throughout the Carolinas spent one week at a program that blends traditional
summer fun with the intellectual excitement of a specialized program. Students
hod the option to reside on campus or commute. HCOP- 25 high school
graduates and rising seniors interested in careers in health care lived on campus
for six weeks of academic enrichment. The federal program draws promising
students from seven counties. Readiness Workshops- The Center for
Adult Learners conducted workshops for 10 nontraditional students (over 25
years of age). Upward Bound- 55 students, grades 9-12, lived on campus for
six weeks and also went on a field trip to Washington, D. C. This federally
funded program- one of UNCP's oldest - offers student development in a broad
array of disciplines, including music, art, physical education, technology and
core academic subjects. Project Atom - 13 promising college science majors
from several universities spent four weeks at UNCP training in the latest scientific
software and lab equipment. NC-LSAMP- Eight high school seniors
lived on campus for five weeks in a "bridge" program for promising high
school seniors. The NC-LSAMP Summer Bridge Program )North Carolina
Louis Stokes alliance for Minority Participation) provides instruction in science,
mathematics, engineering and technology. Museum Activities- The
Native American Resource Center held its annual Saturday open house for
Lumbee Homecoming, which was attended by 1,000 people. The museum
also mounted its newest exhibit by The SPIR1TWORKS! Group, entitled "
Walking In The Spirit Circle." Teaching Fellows Orientation-15 new Teaching
Fellows will arrive on campus August 15 for a special orientation program.
Freshman Orientation- In June and July, freshman testing and parent
orientation programs brought 575 students and 752 parents to campus. This
number indicates that UNCP is well on its way to another record year of freshman
enrollment.
Free Poetry Contest
Open to Pembroke
Residents
OWING MILLS, MD(USA)- The
International Library of Poetry has
announced that $58,000.00 in prizes
will be awarded this year in the International
Open Poetry Contest. Poets
from the Pembroke area, particularly
beginners, are welcome to try to win
their share of over 250 prizes. The
deadline for the contest is October 31,
2001. The contest is open to everyone
and entry is FREE.
"Any poet, whether previously published
or not, can be a winner," stated
Christina Babylon, Contest Director.
"When people learn about our free
poetry contest, they suddenly realize
that their own poetic works of art can
win cash prizes, as well as gain national
recognition," continued
Babylon.
To enter, send ONE original poem,
and subject and any style to: Tne International
Library of Poetry, Suite
19912,1 Poetry Plaza. Owings Mills,
MD 21117. The poem should be 20
lines or less, and the poet's name and
address should appear on the top of
the page. Entries must be postmarked
or sent via the Internet by October 31,
2001/ You may also enter on-line at
www.poetry.com.
The International Library of Poetry,
founded in 1982, is the largest poetry
organization in the world.