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UNCP Hires Two in the
Office of the Chancellor
Donna G. Payne
Angela P. Weston
PEMBROKE. N.C. -- Some talented new faces will surround UNC
Pembroke's Chancellor Allen C. Meadors in the New Year.
A full-time university attorney and a new special assistant havebeen added
to the Office of the Chancellor.
Elizabethtown native Donna Gooden Payne has been hired as the general
legal counsel for the university.
Angela P. Weston, a 1995 graduate of the U.S. Military Academy in West
Point. N.Y.. will serve as special assistant to the chancellor. She replaces
Beth Carmical. who has been appointed director of International Student
Life and the new Multicultural Center.
A Morehead Scholar and graduate of The University of Texas School of
Law. Ms. Payne has been in private practice since 1996 w ith Hester. Grady.
Hester & Payne in Elizabethtown. As a student, she performed an internship
with the Supreme Court of Texas and later practiced with a law firm in Austin.
Texas.
Chancellor Allen C. Meadors said a full-time attorney on stall" is a welcome
addition.
"Given the volume and complexity of the legal affairs at a growing university.
we are very pleased to have Donna Payne join our stall'." Chancellor
Meadors said. "She is an background in education law to UNC Pembroke."
With Hester. Grady. Hester & Payne. Ms. Payne participated in general
practice of law and served as general counsel to the Bladen County board of
Education and to Bladen Community College, handling legal matters concerning
contracts, employment, construction, real estate and civil litigation.
Ms. Payne explained that her enthusiasm about representing UNC Pembroke
stems, in pan, from her appreciation of the opportunities the university
offers to students in the regiOn.
"Just as one example." she said, "my mother received her undergraduatedegree
in eduction from-UNCP, which lead to her career as a school guidance
counselor. She received an excellent education at the university, and I
know her life was aenuinelv itnoroved because of the experience "
"My work as general counsel will be challenging , but also extremely interesting."
Ms. Payne said. "I am very pleased to have the opportuniiy to
work with Chancellor Meadors and the outstanding group of administrators,
faculty and staff he has assembled at the university. It's gratifying to be part
of an institution that is and will continue to be an important engine for positive
change in Soutlteustern North Carolina."
Ms. Payne is a 1987 graduate of the University of North Carolina at Chapel
Hill. She was a John Motley Morehead Scholar and graduated Phi Beta Kappa
with highest honors. She is a member of the Morehead Scholar Regional
Selection Committee. '.
Following graduation, she studied international economics at Maquarie
University in Sydney. Australia, as a Rotary International Scholar.
She is the daughter of the late Stew art and Joyce Gooden of Elizabethtow n
and a graduate of East Bladen High School. Ms. Payne is married to Mark
Payne, a private investigator.
A fellow of the Institute of Political Leadership at UNC Wilmington. Ms.
Payne is president of the Elizabethtown-Whiter' Lake Chamber of Commerce
and was named Member of the Years for 2000-2001.
She is also a member of the Elizabethtown Rotary Club and an Executive
Committee member of the Cape Fear Region. Boy Scouts of America.
Ms. Angela P. Weston, a Maine native, left the military in 2000 at the rank
of captain. She served in the Army as a military intelligence officer and held
the positions of training officer, information manager and executive officer
among other duties.
Ms. Weston will be responsible for the managerial and administrative functions
of the Office of the Chancellor. Additionally , she will direct the office
staff, serve as assistant secretary to the Board of Trustees and serve on various
internal and external committees.
Chancellor Meadors said Ms. Weston's training and organizational skills
would be an asset to the university.
"Angela has already made a positive impact on the operations of the office."
Dr. Meadors said. "We expect a great deal from this talented individual."
Ms. Weston graduated in the top 25 percent of her class at West Point with
a Bachelor of Science degree in management. While serving her country, she
led a 20-man detachment from Ft. Bragg to Bosnia in support of Operation
Joint Endeavor.
She also earned her Master's of Business Administration from the University
of Phoenix in 2000.
Ms. Weston said she is excited by her new responsibilities at a growing
university.
"I am happy to be a part of the UNCP team and look forward to contributing
to the growth of the university." she said. "There are several programs
and projects we are currently working on that will benefit the studenfbody
and the community."
Ms. Weston is married to Captain Jell' Weston, a Special Forces officers
currently attending language school at Ft. Bragg. They have one daughter.
Sierra.
11th Annual Native American Powwow
"Our Children, Our Gift to the Future"
Durham ? The I Ith annual Powwow, which will be held at The North
Carolina School of Science and Mathematics (NCSSM). will lake place on
Saturday. February 9 from 1:00 to 10:30 pm in the Charles R. Eilber Physical
Education Center. The pageantry and colorful attire on display in previous
Powwows will be in evidence this year, along with an unprecedented treat.
The Powwow's head dancers'will be NCSSM students. Senior Amanda
Faircloth and junior Stewart Lowry. both Lumbee. were bestowed the
Powwow's highest honors due to their mastery and knowledge of the Lumbee
tribe's cultural history and dances. Native American Students attending
NCSSM often learn about their cultures through the Native American club,
but Amanda and Stewart arrived already versed in Lumbee tradition and practices.
Amanda and Stewart exemplify this year's theme: "Our Children. Our
Gift to the Future."
Amanda Faircloth. daughter of Rhonda Faircloth. is from l.umberton in
Robeson County. She previously attended l.umberton Senior High School.
Stewart Lowry. whose parents arc Frances and Thurrnan l.owry, is from Lexington
in Davidson County. He previously attended l ast Davidson High
School.
Everyone is invited to the Powwow (admission is S3); it's a good opportunity
to learn about and celebrate Native American culture. Twenty-five tribes
from all over the state of North Carolina will take part in the Powwow, including
Cherokee. Waccamaw Siouan. Lumbee. Coharic. I laliwa-Saponi. and
Mehcrrin. The exciting grand entry kinks off at I pm. followed by dancing
until 5 pm. the big feast, another grand entry at 7:00 pm. and more dancing
until 10:30 pm.. In addition to the intertribal dancing, there will be a variety
of arts and crafts and Native American food.
The North Carolina School of Science and Mathematics opened in 1980
and recruits statewide to educate academically talented 1 Ith and 12th grade
students who show promise of exceptional development and or special interest
in science and mathematics. Students accepted to NCSSM arc required to
live on the Durham campus at the historic site of the former Watts Hospital.
Approximately 550 juniors and seniors attend the public high school, liming
in five residence hails on campus.
? ??1 T?Holiday
Dinner for the "Healing Lodge " ministry to he established in Pembroke.
More than ISO people participated in the event. Several denominations
made this possible.
Some of the members of \AIM are shown above. In rear, left to right are;
Rev. Mike Cummings, Rev. James II. II bods, Gaty Lock tear, Millard Lowry,
Rev. Robert Mangum and April Oxendine and Lnmhee Davis, shown in
front.
Ministering to the Whole Man
is the Goal of New Program
A central place for persons to come
to receive an array of services ranging
from spiritual healing to being fed
a hot meal is how one would describe
the "Healing Lodge." a faith basedcoinmunity
project of the Native
American Interfaith Ministries
(NAIM). a non-profit organization
Comprised of representatives from the
Indian churches in Robeson County.
The Native American Intcvfaith Ministries
is a interdenominational community
based organization made up of
approximately 00 different congregations
in Robeson County.
According to Rev. Swell. " Our goal
is to address many of the issues affecting
our community by providing
community education on these issues,
and developing partnerships with
other service organizations." Spiritual
depletion, socio-economic conditions
and education are three core issues the
group has identified as leading to a
greater number of societal problems
in the area. They will attempt to improve
the community by providing
services to help alleviate these problems.
In addition, the group will
make referrals to other service
based organizations.
NAtM proposes to combat problems
at the grass-roots level. Substance
abuse, homelessncss. sexually
transmitted diseases, domestic
violence.- and suicide prevention
have been identified as areas of concern
for Robeson County. They will
focus on prov iding community education
in each of these areas.
In December. NAIM co-sponsored
a Syphilis Awareness Seminar at
Prospect fJnited Methodist Church.
There were approximately 300 persons
in attendance. Other events
include a community Christmas
Dinner held in December. The dinner
was a great success. According
to Rev. Robert Mangum of the
group. "We want to reduce the obstacles
and increase the opportunities
for community members."
The group is currently seeking a location
for the Lodge, future plans
include a soup kitchen, clothes
closet, and thrift store.
Local Student is Nominated to Compete
in National Award Program
Tyson Meadors. a Pumell Swell High School senior, has been nominated
to compete in the national Principal's Leadership Award Scholarship Program
(PI.A), sponsored by the National Association of Secondary School
Principals (NASSP). Herd Jones. Inc.. funds the Principal's Leadership Award
Program.
Wesley Revels, principal of Purnell Swett High School, announced the
nomination, which places Meadors in the national competition. One hundred
fifty national PLA winners will be chosen this spring to receive Sl.000 college
scholarships.
High school principals from across the country could nominate one of their
student leaders. Nominees were selected based on their leadership skills, participation
in service organizations and clubs: achievements in the arts and
sciences: employment experience: and academic record. They also were required
to write an essay.
In recognizing leadership in co-curricular activities as well as academic
performance, the PI.A scholarship recognizes the importance of a wellrounded
education Co-curricular activities are an essential part of the school
curriculum.
While at Purnell Swett High School. Meadors serves as Student Council
president and has received the following honors: National Merit Qualifier.
Student Body President, ranked ?l in a class of 235. voted Most Likely to
Succeed. 4.00 (jPA. 1450 SAl score. National Honor Society, sophomore
Student of I xcellence. Superintendent's Award Winner. Coca Cola Scholar
athlete, school subject awards in Spanish II and III. chemistry honors, physics
honors, advanced math honors and AP calculus A and IT AP U. S History.
Lnglish honors, dramatics, and Play Production II honors, lie also attended
the Hugh O'Brian Youth Leadership Conference as'a participant for
the North Carolina Fast Region His community involvement includes: Relay
for Life Volunteer. Special Oly mpics Volunteer, and math tutor for at-risk
elementary age students.
NASSP. the preeminent school leadership organization, serves as the national
voice for middle level and high school principals, assistant principals,
and aspiring school leaders. NASSP promotes the intellectual growth, academic
achievement, character development, leadership development, and
physical well being of youth through its programs and student leadership
services. NASSP administers the National Honor Society, the National Junior
Honor Society, and the National Association of Student councils. N ASSP
is also the sponsor of National Student l eadership Week
An Open Letter to the Tribe
Relative to Our Constitution
Recently. the I rihal Council has been
rumored a- say ins: they do noi tee I the
constitution in a valid document and
thc> will not support being sworn in
under that document. I he purpose of
this letter is to inform sou of the fact
thai the luntbee Inhal Constitution
adopted by the I umbee tribal membership
on November (>. 2001 is a
valid document further, the current
l.umbee I ribal Council is bound by
the terms ol that tribal constitution. .
It is our responsibility as tribal members
to ensure that the I ribal Council
operates under that document and that
they do not usurp the authority ol the
Lumbec people who have stated very
clearly that they wanted a constitutional
form of government, and they
have adopted the tribal constitution
that they wanted. I his constitution
was legally binding on our I ribal
c ouncil and our I r i ha I C hairman
upon adoption h\ the people
li i\ imperative that our I rihal Council
and our Irtbal Chairman immediate!)
appoint our I ribal i lections
Hoard and even more import ant I)
our Inhal Cviurt. as required bv the
vlulv adopted I.umbee Constitution
I allure to do so 111 a tunelv manner
could result m .1 recall movement
which is ihe people s nehl under out
tribal constitution
l .astlv. our rev icvv of the constitution
will continue in february And. remember
the I.umbee C onstnution is
our constitution and it is no more effective
than vve the people demand
that it be.
Thank sou.
Cymliia I.. Hum, a duly enrolled
member of the I.umbee Tribe.
AIM and Iron Bear Visions
Contribute to needv families
American Indian Mothers Organization
and Iron Bear Vision Organization
wishes to thank the main supporters
for their dedication and support
oftlieir projects dtimigthe Christinas
holidays. Tlics made a lot of
needs families lias e a brighter Christinas
Tlicscspccial people have shown
the truespirit of the Good Samaritan.
Through their example of scrs ice sse
can see the commandment of los ing
thy neighbor m action
Among the actis ilics during the
holidass svas the Robeson Counts
Housing Authority Breakfast Program
where the senior citizens received
thirty fruit bags on December 20
On December 21 eight s oung people
received clothing and sscnt Christmas
caroling at the Methodist Home
for Children This esent svas sponsored
by the Robeson Counts Commissioners
Raymond Ciimniiugs.
Johnnie Hunt and Noah Woods, and
Mart T. Locklcarof EaglcProteclion
Sen ices and North Carolina Indian
Cultural Center Director Kenneth P
Hall also helped sponsor the es ent
During the month ofDccember three
families in Robeson Counts lost their
homcsto flrc. including ten children
and six adults
American Indian Mothers member
Lora Collinsofthc Shannon community
sslio is&onimtdto a wheelchair
got to ssorKyby calling friends and
family and roceised clothing shoes
and toss for tlise families Also the
members oft li? Church of Jesus Clinst
of Latter Das /hunts Pembroke Ward
made a donanon for clothing
Nash Find/and employees donated
fruit baskets and food vouchers
On December 2 J rd t he organizations
sponsored the esent for the Tos Riiii
and Truck Pull in the parking lot of
Lowe's Home Improvement Warehouse
During litis event Chief Iron
Hear Harold CollinsnndClirt Nobles.
"TlicF.\trcmeTeam." LecMcCalluitt.
Nikki Nobles; who is the daughter of
Curt Nobles, pulleda tr.ictortratler 11 K>
feel Also thirteen year old son Josh
Noble and Curt Noble bent iron bars
and broke concrete blocks with their
heads. What a showcase of "Brute
and Spiritual" strength Curt Nobles
gave a wonderful demonstration of
the power of God through scripture
and righteous living. bringing our
minds back to our Lord and Savior
Jesus Christaud hiscxatiiplc through
service.
Nash Finch's donation of the tractor
trailer and driver, along w uh the employees'
donation of money for toys
made this a happy day for so many
families:
Through a tragedy like September
11.2001 the attack on American, demonstrated
that there are still Good
Samaritans with the courage to carry '
on.
The American Indian Mothers w ish
to ;ilso thank their member. Janice
Oxcndinc. Chairman. Beverly C'ollinsHall.
v tee chairman: Christine Cochlear.
treasurer. Ginger Carter, secretary
and AIM Ambassador Pr Ruth
Dial Woods Also "Iron Bear Vision"
Harold D. CollinsandVclinda Warnav
the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter
Day Saints Luntberton Branch Missionaries
The American Indian Mothers
(AIM) wishes all the world peace on
earth and good w ill to men For more
information about American Indian
Molhers(AIM)call Beverh CollinsHall
at 910-84.1-99! 1
by Beverly I ollins-llull
uimum's Kay uxendine Hosts
Public Radio Show
I
I'l.MBROKI . V(\? by day Kay
I rising Osendinc is a mild-mannered
employee ofl.NC Pembroke's Printing
Center, but one night a week, she
is transformed into the host of her own
public radio program
Kay is the voice of "Native Voices."
a news, music and information prograin
on Native Americans that airs
on 100.000-watt WI-NS-fM (??I :>)
I he show runs luesday nights. "MO
p.m. on the public radio station Ihtit
is operated by I ayettev die State 1 niv
crsity.
I am very evened about doing this
show because it allows me- to share
pieces of my culture with the listening
audience." she said.
Kay has been around the entertainment
scene for many years, managing
and performing in Native America/
drum groups and doing casting
irk for several high profile movies,
including "broken Chains". "Richie
Rich". "The Chamber" and co-produccrof"Pocohahtas:
I he Documentary."
Her passion for all things Native
American and the entertainment hosi
iu's* was nourished by her role in
making nio\ ies
"Making the movie "Uroken
Chains" changed my hie.' Nay said.
I his was the first time I was able to
see Native Americans from across the
t S and Canada came together lor
such a worthwhile project "
"It gave us hope that we can do anything
that we put our hearts and minds
to." She said.
Kay has published many articles on
Native American issue* lor newspapers
and other periodicals I his is her
second radio program Kay has recently
begun singing with Kau-ta-noh.
Jrs . a local Native American drum
group. I hey just signed a five-year
record deal with Sunshine Records of
Canada.
A llaliwa-Saponi Iribe member
and raised in Richmond. Va.. Kay
comes to Pembroke via marriage to
John Oxendinc fhey have two children.
Jonathan, two. and Rachel Ann.
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I or the future, she plans to take
classes at the university and to keep
an eye on the entertainment industry.