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HHHHPP East Carolina University College of Health & Human Performance Alumni and Friends Newsletter Fall 2005 Inside this issue… Message from the Dean . . . . . .2 Dedication of Wall of Honor . . .2 Dr. Richard Williams . . . . . . .2 Alice Keene . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 Alumni Achievements . . . . . . .3 Dr. Christopher Ellis . . . . . . .3 Retirements . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 Dave Alexander . . . . . . . . . .4 2005 Membership of HHP Advancement Council . . . . . . .4 Alumni Challenge . . . . . . . . .5 2004- 2005 Student Scholarship/ Award Recipients . .5 PCMH Foundation Grant Pro-vides $ 28,000 in Funding for the Walker Center . . . . . . . . . . .6 Walker Center Board Members . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 Cornerstone Society . . . . . . . .7 Dr. Thomas H. Johnson, Sr.: A Career of Service and Leadership Dr. Tom Johnson, retired Professor in the College of Health and Human Performance ( HHP), had quite a thirty- five year career. While a faculty member in the Department of Health Educa-tion and Promotion, Tom taught courses in physical education, health, and recreation. In addition to having the opportunity to teach many fine students at ECU, he considers his service as Chair of the Faculty from 1979- 1982 as one of the highlights of his academic career. Another highlight was serving as President of the North Carolina Alliance for Athletics, Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance ( NCAAHPERD). Tom also served his community for 16 years in the important role of County Commissioner for Pitt County. Today, Tom continues his political activity and his support of the College, including serving as a valued member of the HHP Advancement Council. His experience and skills have been invaluable to this council of exec-utives who have been critical to the growth and development of the College. In addition to Tom's many contributions to his College, University and community, he is an accomplished gardener, as evidenced by the 93 impressive rose bushes that he and his wife, Phyllis, grow at their home. Early this fall, Tom made a $ 10,000 contribution to HHP that was symbolic of his leadership and ability to cultivate things. He designated his gift for the establishment of a Cornerstone Society donor wall that will be prominently displayed in a location adjacent to the Dean’s Suite in Minges. The wall, to be dedicated in Fall 2005, will commemorate donors who have made gifts to the College in amounts of $ 1,000 or greater between July 1st and June 30th annually. New and continuing College of HHP Cornerstone Society members will be recognized at a reception held each fall. The Cornerstone Society donor wall is important to the College as a way of recognizing the people, organizations, and businesses whose generosity results in a strong foundation of excellence in the College. Such donations lead to a greater availability of student scholarships, improved technology, more academic resources, and the opportunity to pursue special projects that enhance students' learning experiences. It is with deep gratitude that we acknowledge Tom Johnson's gift. As Dr. Glen Gilbert, Dean of the College, said, “ This generous contribution by Dr. Johnson is symbolic of his commitment to service and growth.” As a leader and advocate, Tom Johnson is an excellent representative of the College of Health and Human Performance. The Tolleys Initiate the Dr. Ray H. Martinez Teaching Excellence Award in the College of Health and Human Performance Jerry and Joanie Tolley are ECUalumni who met while they were students and married soon after gradua-tion. Joanie Morrison Tol-ley, from Washington D. C., graduated in 1965 with a degree in Elementary Edu-cation. Dr. Jerry R. Tolley, Sr., originally from Edenton, North Carolina, is a former wingback/ defensive back who has been inducted to the ECU Athletic Hall of Fame. He earned both bachelors ( 1965) and masters ( 1966) degrees in Physical Education at ECU. Valuing education and quality teaching has been central to the Tolley's lives. Joanie began her career teaching at Tarboro Elementary School, taught in Guilford and Ala-mance Counties, and retired after serving as Principal of North Graham Elementary School. Jerry began his career John Hudson, 2005 College of Health and Human Performance Alumnus of the Year John Hudson, 1960 graduate of HHP in Health/ Physical Education was recognized with the College’s highest honor for his numerous con-tributions to his ECU academic home. John, currently a Vice President of Investments at Wachovia, has been a tireless leader and contributor to HHP, giving generously of his time and resources to strengthen the College. His leadership has helped the College progress. John has been a long time Advance-ment Council Member and served as Chair of the Council from 2001- 2003. His leadership was key in obtaining funding for the HHP Wall of Honor project and in strengthening fundraising initiatives with the council and various alumni constituencies. John and his wife Harriet, a 1959 graduate in Elementary Education, have named an endowed scholarship within the College of Health and Human Performance. John also currently serves on the Walker Center Board, helping to promote the mission of the center that is now housed in HHP. continued on page 6 continued on page 4 visions Pictured left to right- Joanie Tolley, Ray Martinez, Jerry Tolley, Sr. HHHHPP Greetings from the College of Health and Human Performance. The college and uni-versity continue to grow and our faculty con-tinue their exceptional work in teaching, research, and service. ECU Chancellor, Steve Ballard, has been installed with the appropriate tradition cere-mony and Jim Smith has been named Provost after stellar service in an interim role. Kevin Seitz, replacing Richard Brown, has joined ECU as Vice Chan-cellor for Administration & Finance completing the new leader-ship team. I have been serving in the role as Interim Vice Chancellor for Research and Graduate Studies until the new Vice Chancellor, Deirdra Mageean, arrives from Maine. It has been challenging serving in two roles at the same time but it was an opportunity I could not decline and I believe it recog-nizes the eminence HHP has demonstrated in research. We had two long time faculty members retire this year, Dr. Pat Dunn and Ms. Carol Ann Tucker. They have been fine col-leagues and will continue their work with us on a part- time basis. Message from the Dean Our HHP Advancement Council headed by Bob Basnight and Don Edwards will be busy and in need of your help. The future is bright for the college which now has over seventy fac-ulty housed in eight buildings. We have been provided the Belk/ Allied Health building and, after extensive refurbishing, it will be home to the Departments of Recreation and Leisure Studies and Health Education and Promotion in fall 2007. This will allow for growth space for Exercise and Sports Sci-ence. Despite looming state budget cuts, this has been an exceptional year in updating HHP classrooms, offices and in obtaining research equipment. The classrooms in the Ward Sports Medicine Building are undergoing much needed reno-vations this summer. Thanks for your continued interest in ECU and HHP. Your success, energy and support continue to be our greatest assets in advancing the College of Health and Human Performance. 2 College of Health and Human Performance College of Health and Human Performance Wall of Honor Contributed by BB& T is Dedicated On May 20, 2005 the College of Health and Human Perfor-mance unveiled and dedicated the Wall of Honor contributed by the BB& T Foundation in recognition of Mr. Henry G. Williamson, Jr., retired Chief Operating Officer of BB& T. Henry is an ECU alumnus who has made countless contribu-tions to East Carolina University. The dedication ceremony was hosted by Chancellor Ballard. Henry addressed the audience saying “ I am humbled and honored by this wonderful recogni-tion from the College of Health and Human Performance.” Dr. Gilbert expressed his deep appreciation to BB& T, who was rep-resented by Dennis Alexander, Greenville City Executive, and Danny Daniels, Regional President for the Eastern Region of North Carolina. Dr. Gilbert went on to say “ This wall honors the College’s best and brightest faculty, students and alumni for their accomplishments”. The event was attended by approxi-mately one hundred people who enjoyed a reception in Marie’s Café in Minges Coliseum. Dr. Richard Williams is Recipient of the Ray Martinez Teaching Excellence Award Recreational therapist, Dr. Richard Williams, an assistant professor in the Department of Recreation and Leisure Studies, degree director for the undergraduate Recreational Therapy Program, and three- time alumnus of the Uni-versity of Georgia, joined the ECU faculty in 2000 after completing his doctorate. Dr. Williams is recognized for his innovative and creative approaches in teaching. visions Pictured left to right- Glen Gilbert, Dean HHP, Danny Daniels, BB& T Regional President, Henry Williamson, Jr. retired Chief Operating Officer BB& T, and Dennis Alexander, BB& T Greenville City Executive. Alumna Alice Keene Named Outstanding Citizen of the Year Alice Keene, an alumna of the Department of Recreation and Leisure Studies, was honored as the 2004 Citizen of the Year for the community of Greenville and Pitt County. This is the highest honor bestowed by the Greenville- Pitt County Cham-ber of Commerce. She was honored January 28, 2005 at the Chamber’s Annual Membership Celebration. Janice Faulkner, 2002 Citizen of the Year, presented the award. Alice serves as the Director of the Pitt County Community Schools Recreation Program. During the past two decades, she has served in many leadership roles in her work with the Pitt County Senior Games. Among the many awards she has received, Alice was selected the College Outstanding Alumna in 2000. She cur-rently serves as an active board member of the College of Health and Human Performance Advancement Council. Fall 2005 3 Alumni Achievements Tony Ammirati, BS in Management of Recreation and Facilities Services (' 03) and current graduate stu-dent was recently awarded an Earnhardt Legend Leadership Award. The award ( a grant of $ 7,000) will be used to purchase equipment and develop educa-tional programs for the Walter L. Stasavich Science and Nature Center at River Park North. Vicki Armstrong, BS Worksite Health Promotion (' 98); MAEd Health Education (' 99), completed her PhD in Adult Education at NC State University in Spring 2005. Carolyn Osborne Austin, BS Therapeutic Recreation Option (' 95), received a North Carolina Recreation Therapy Association Certificate of Recognition in 2004. She is a recreational therapist at Baptist Medical Center, Wake Forest, N. C. Debra Bryant, MA Physical Education (' 04), was named the 2004- 2005 Teacher of the Year at Russell Elementary School, Camp Lejune. She was also named the North Carolina District Teacher of the Year for the Department of Defense Elementary and Secondary Schools. Janet Funderburk, BS Therapeutic Recreation Option (' 94); MS Recreational Therapy Administra-tion (' 00), is beginning a two- year term on the Board of Directors of the Southeast Therapeutic Recreation Symposium and completing her second year as co-chair of Academic Affairs for the American Therapeu-tic Recreation Association. She is an Assistant Profes-sor at Georgia Southern University, Statesboro, GA. Tracie Hobbs, BS Recreational Therapy (' 97), received a Certificate of Recognition from the North Carolina Recreation Therapy Association in 2004. She is a recreational therapist at Whitaker Rehabilita-tion Center at Forsyth Memorial Hospital in Winston- Salem, NC. Ann Hughes, BS Physical Education (' 85); MA Adapted Physical Education Concentration (' 93), was named the 2004- 2005 Teacher of the Year at the Metro School in the Charlotte- Mecklenburg District. The Metro School is dedicated to serving the Dis-trict's children with special needs. Wendy Cayton Hughes, BS Therapeutic Recreation Option (' 96); MS Recreational Therapy Administra-tion (' 03) was the recipient of a Certificate of Recog-nition by the North Carolina Recreation Therapy Association in 2004. She is the Recreational Therapy Retired Dr. Patricia C. Dunn retired in July 2005 after 34 years on the faculty in the ECU Department of Health Education and Promotion. After earning her PhD at the Ohio State University, she returned to teach at ECU, her undergraduate alma mater, in 1971. During her tenure at ECU, she taught a variety of health education courses, earned the rank of full Professor, and contributed to the Department and University in innumerable ways, including working with and mentoring international students. She has always been a world traveler and actively involved in the com-munity, including serving on the Pitt County Council on Aging and traveling internationally with Habitat for Humanity to seven foreign countries. She has been a member of the Greenville City Council for the past three years. Among the many spe-cial awards and honors Pat Dunn has received, she received the ECU Outstand-ing Alumni Award and the Best- Irons Humanitarian Award for Greenville, N. C.. After retirement, she will continue teach-ing part- time and working with interna-tional students at the University. Ms. Carol- Ann Tucker retired in December 2004 following a 32- year career in the ECU Department of Health Education and Promotion. She started working with the Region-al Training Center in 1972 as a graduate assistant, became Associate Director in 1973, and Director from 1985 to 2004. The Center, which focuses on sub-stance abuse prevention, has been the longest grant- funded program on ECU campus. In addition to teaching in the department and directing the center, Carol- Ann served as a student advisor, advisor to the student marshals, and became the “ voice” at every College commencement. She has served on numerous boards, con-tinues membership in several national lead-ership societies, and has received many honors and awards, including being nation-ally recognized as an outstanding collegiate advisor. In 2003, Carol- Ann became Director of the College Academic Advising Center and remains in that role since her retirement. Christopher Ellis Receives Inter- Disciplinary Doctorate In Spring 2005, Christopher Ellis, alumnus of the Department of Recreation and Leisure Studies, com-pleted his PhD in Coastal Resources Management, an interdisciplinary doctoral program at East Carolina University. Dr. Ellis’s dissertation, chaired by Dr. Hans Vogelsong, an associate professor in the Department of Recreation and Leisure Studies, was titled, “ Factors Contributing to Beach Attractiveness: Understanding Recreational Choice Behavior on the North Carolina Coast”. Supervisor at the Walter B. Jones Alcohol and Drug Abuse Treatment Center in Greenville, N. C. Jessica Martin, BS Recreational Therapy (' 05), was named the 2004- 2005 Student of the Year by the North Carolina Recreation Therapy Association. Jo Morgan, BS School and Community Health (' 84); MAEd Health Education (' 84), was named Alumna of the Year for the Department of Health Education and Promotion. She is the Health Educa-tion Director for the Pitt County Health Department in North Carolina. Mike Morgan, BS Physical Education (' 02), was named Teacher of the Year for School # 167, Baltimore County Schools. Anthony Moran, BS Therapeutic Recreation Option (' 94), recreational therapist at Baptist Medical Center in Winston- Salem, NC was the recipient of the North Carolina Recreation Therapy Association Outstanding Professional of 2004 award. Lindsey Scherer, BS School Health (' 05) was recog-nized as one of the country's Outstanding Seniors in Health Education at the American Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance Convention in Chicago, April 2005. Kimberly Thurman, BS Physical Education (' 05), received the East Carolina University Latham Award for Excellence in Teaching. William S. Totten, Jr., MS Recreation and Leisure Facilities and Services Administration, was promoted to District Superintendent within the State Parks and Recreation Division in the NC Department of Envi-ronment and Natural Resources. Prior to this pro-motion, he was the Park Superintendent of Jordan Lake State Park. David White, MS Recreation and Leisure Facilities and Services Administration, received the NCRPA Fellow Award, the highest award given to leaders in the profession who have provided outstanding service to the North Carolina Recreation and Park Associa-tion for a number of years. Kelvin Yarrell, MS Recreation and Leisure Facilities and Services Administration (' 04) received the Department of Recreation and Leisure Studies Alum-ni of the Year Award. He was honored at the RCLS Alumni lunch held in Hickory NC in November in conjunction with the NC Recreation and Parks Asso-ciation annual conference. Kelvin works with youth and other recreation programs as part of the Greenville Recreation and Parks Department Pictured left to right- Dr. Glen Gilbert, Dean; Dr. Lauriston King, Program Director, Coastal Resources Management; Dr. Christopher Ellis; Dr. Hans Vogel-song, Associate Professor, Department of Recreation and Leisure Studies. Dave Alexander a 1967 Health/ Physi-cal Education graduate from what is now known as the College of Health and Human Performance always sym-bolized character, leadership and excel-lence. The former ECU fullback who was converted from linebacker used skill and a strong work ethic that ultimately culminated during his senior year in being named to the Associated Press Small College All- America Team and named AP Honorable Mention All- American, a rare feat for a small college player. His teams were a collective 27- 3 during his time as a player. After graduating, Dave played briefly on an Oakland Raiders Develop-mental League team in Richmond, Virginia. He then suffered a major knee injury and decided to return to ECU where he fin-ished his student teaching and graduated. After school Dave became an entrepreneur, drawing from his football and educational experiences and the success he gained here at ECU. He ultimately started his own office cleaning company that focused on upscale, large, and historical buildings in the Washington D. C. area. Through thirty- plus years of lead-ership, Dave led Potomac Services, Inc. to grow into a $ 17 mil-lion company with over 1,200 employees. Potomac Services, Inc. cleaned some of the most historical buildings in the District and surrounding areas and even worked as part of the Phoenix Pro-ject to resurrect the damaged wing at the Pentagon. The leader-ship and character instilled in each employee contributed to the success of the company. Dave Alexander - Leadership and Character Create Excellence 4 College of Health and Human Performance Mr. Dave Alexander, Retired Potomac Services, Inc. Mr. Harry “ Hal” Baird Senior Associate Athletic Director Auburn University Mr. Ronnie Barnes, Head Athletic Trainer NY Giants Football Mr. Bob Basnight, Owner Basnight and Associates Mr. Jack R. Bray, Vice President/ Mill manager Weyerhaeuser Mr. Mike Bunting, President Rubbermill, Inc. Mr. Jimmy Creech, President Industrial & Construction Enterprises, Inc. Mr. Don Edwards, President University Book Exchange Ms. Carolyn A. Fulghum, ECU Retired Assistant Vice Chancellor Mr. John Hudson, First Vice President/ Investments IJLWachovia Dr. Thomas H. Johnson, Sr. ECU Retired Professor Ms. Alice Keene, Director Community Schools and Recreation Pitt County Schools Dr. Tally Lassiter, Physician Orthopedic East Mr. Don Leggett, Special Assistant to Vice Chancellor Institutional Advancement Mr. Richard “ Rooster” Narron Sportsman World Mr. Brian Pecheles, General Manager and Owner Joe Pecheles Volkswagen, Inc. Mrs. Diane Poole, Chief Planning Officer University Medical Centers of Eastern Carolina ( 252) 816- 5104 ( W) Mr. Jim Post, Owner Post's Nursery Ms. Emilie Tilley, Retired Principal Virginia Beach City Public School System Dr. Henry VanSant, ECU Retired Associate Athletic Director & Assistant Professor 2004- 2005 Officers Mr. Bob Basnight, Chair Mr. Don Edwards, Vice Chair 2005 Membership Of HHP Advancement Council Mr. Clay Walker, Senior Vice President National Football League Players, Inc. Dr. LeRoy T. Walker, President Emeritus NC Central University and US Olympic Committee Mrs. Renee Wareing, Sales Marketing 2208 Poplar Point Road Mrs. Kim Watson Pfizer Pharmaceuticals Mr. Jerry Wilkins, Senior Vice President Regional Corporate Banker BB & T Mr. Walter L. Williams, President Trade Oil Company HHHHPPvisions visions Dave has recently retired with his wife, Ella. They reside in Bethany Beach, Delaware in the summer and Stewart, Florida during the remainder of the year. The couple has six children and nine grandchildren that they relish spending time with. Dave agreed last summer to bring his expertise and vast tal-ents to the College of Health and Human Performance Advancement Council. Since that time he has spoken to gradu-ate classes at HHP and ECU about leadership and excellence in business. He has already established himself as an outstanding leader and board member. Dean Glen Gilbert says “ Dave’s ener-gy, enthusiasm and intensity fuel everything that he does. His leadership and vision have been huge assets to HHP.” Dave, who always strives for excellence, is not only giving back to HHP himself, but also is encouraging other alumni to do so through the Dave Alexander HHP Alumni Challenge. Once again, Dave is working to make the College of Health and Human Performance a winner. Dave, we are certainly grateful to have you as a valuable member of our team. According to Dean Gilbert, “ we have been so fortunate to have John working tirelessly in many areas for the advancement of our mission. John’s professionalism, dedication and loyalty all combine to make our people and our College better.” John received his well- deserved Alumnus of the Year Award this spring at commencement on May 6, 2005. Upon receiving his award he gave a brief speech to the 2005 graduating class where he emphasized “ the importance of giving back to HHP and ECU.” He urged everyone to “ stay connected to their university in the future.” John, thank you for sharing your many talents. Your efforts strengthen every facet of the College. Alumnus of the Year, continued from front cover Fall 2005 5 2004- 2005 Student Scholarship/ Award Recipients University Book Exchange Scholarship/ HHP Melissa Dawn Petterson Gravely Foundation Scholarship/ HHP Nadezda Stanojevic William E. Cain Scholarship/ HHP Shannon Nicole Jones Mike Bunting Scholarship/ HHP Matthew Gray Crayton Joe Pecheles Volkswagen, Inc./ HHP Susan Annette Whitehurst G. Brantley & Barbara F. Aycock Scholarship for Physical Education Teachers/ EXSS Nicholas Earl Futrell Gay Blocker Scholarship/ EXSS Chad Allen Eirich Nell A. Stallings Scholarship/ EXSS Brian Patrick Cavanaugh Catherine A. Bolton Scholarship/ EXSS Christina Marie Lewis Adriana Marie Arredondo Catherine V. McCulley Memorial Scholarship for Exercise Physiology/ EXSS Rebecca Gavin Ruster Ernie Schwarz Memorial Scholarship/ EXSS William J. Glascoff Ronnie Barnes Scholarship/ HLTH Justin Michael Brewer Sports Medicine Alumni Scholarship/ HLTH G. Brandon Hightower Chenoweth & Associates Worksite Health Scholarship/ HLTH Joni Marie Long Patricia C. Dunn Scholarship/ HLTH LaTangee DeGrace Knight Walter B. Cannon Scholarship/ RCLS Tami Suzanne Maes Charles A. Vincent Memorial Scholarship/ RCLS April Elaine Britton Donna J. Mooneyham Achievement Award in Aquatic Therapy/ RCLS Jessica Marie Martin Robert W. Basnight Scholarship/ RCLS Anthony Ammirati Exercise Sport Science Outstanding Graduates Spring 2005 Shanita Nicole Sutton/ BA Exercise Sport Science Andrea Elizabeth Blevins/ Health Fitness Specialist Jessica Lynn Borrelli/ Physical Education Jodie Marie Rush/ Exercise Physiology Overall Outstanding Graduate 2004- 2005 Jessica Lynn Borrelli/ Physical Education Health Education & Promotion Outstanding Graduates Spring 2005 Ashley Renee Christopher/ Community Health Tamika Michelle Langley/ Environmental Health Lindsey Marie Scherer/ School Health Megan Nicole Mitchell/ Worksite Health Ryan Thomas Holland/ Prehealth Professions G. Brandon Hightower/ Athletic Training Overall Outstanding Graduate 2004- 2005 Ryan Thomas Holland/ Prehealth Professions Recreation & Leisure Studies Outstanding Graduates Spring 2005 Sarah Ellen Fleming/ Recreational Therapy Vincent Joel Logan/ Management of Recreation Facilities & Services Overall Outstanding Graduates 2004- 2005 Jessica Marie Martin / Recreational Therapy Nicole Marie Lindsay / Management of Recreation Facilities & Services Dave Alexander HHP Alumni Challenge May 24, 2005 Dear Fellow Alumns: As a student and an athlete at ECU I learned many valuable lessons that aided me in my professional and personal success throughout the years. My degree in Health/ Physical Education from what is now called the College of Health and Human Performance provided me a very solid foundation for the business principles and leadership tools that have con-tributed to my success. I am very thankful for my educational experience that I received from ECU and specifically HHP. Those college days were extremely memorable and some of the best experiences of my life. It is for all these reasons that I am giving of my time by becoming an active member on the College Advancement Council and my resources by establishing a $ 5,000 fund to serve as a challenge to my fellow alumni to increase dollars and donors for HHP. My goal is to increase both new donors and current donors by getting you to stretch your gift by a mini-mum of $ 25. The challenge works like this, any new or increased mini-mum gift of $ 25 will be matched by my fund at the $ 25 level essentially adding the value of $ 25 to your gift. My hope is to both increase the dol-lars raised and increase the percentage of alumni donors to close to 10%. An increase of 200 new donors will get HHP to the 10% threshold. This percentage is important to the College as they try to raise foundation and corporate dollars for specific academic programs and research. The beauty of this challenge is that your contribution can go toward any program or fund of your choice within the College of Health and Human Performance. You have total control over the academic unit or scholarship that your contribution aids. Your support at any level will advance the College in their pursuit of becoming a top ten Health and Human Performance institution in the country. It is with pleasure and pride that I offer this opportunity for you to begin or increase your support to your academic home at your alma mater. Thank you for your consideration and support. Your contributions do make a difference. Sincerely, Dave Alexander, ' 67 Health/ Physical Education 6 College of Health and Human Performance Pitt Memorial Hospital Foundation Grant Pro-vides $ 28,000 in Funding for the Walker Center The Walker Center Adapted Sports Program was funded through the generosity of the Pitt Memorial Hospital Founda-tion Grant. Dr. David Loy, Assistant Professor of Recreational Therapy, directs the grant. Highlights for 2004- 05 include: * Hosted Summer Adapted Water- ski Clinic in Washington, NC. Taught 5 first- time skiers with disabilities how to ski with adapted ski equipment. * Hosted Annual Fall Fiesta. Activities such as water- ski, kayaking, canoeing, hand cycling, and boat rides were pro-vided to nearly 30 individuals with disabilities. Joe Ray ( Birmingham, AL), member of the US Disabled Water- ski Team and current World Record Holder, attended and pro-vided water- ski instruction to individuals. * Hosted the first annual “ Discover Scuba” clinic for individu-als with disabilities. Six individuals with disabilities received hands- on instruction in adapted scuba diving. * Sponsored the 8th Annual Adapted Sports Day at ECU. Participants learned disabled sports including basketball, quad rugby, climbing, slalom course, volleyball, billiards, table tennis, canoeing, and handcycling. The keynote speak-er for the event was Jean Driscoll, Paralympian and 8 time winner of the Boston Marathon wheelchair division. * Cultural Arts Festival in April included an Active Living Health Retreat to encourage individuals with disabilities to resume active lifestyles in sports and recreation. Dr. LeRoy Walker, Board Chairman Dr. Glen Gilbert, Dean & Professor College of HHP Dr. William Shelton, Vice Chancellor for University Advancement Mr. Bob Basnight, Owner Basnight & Associates Mr. Robert Block, Founding Trustee, U. S. Sports Academy Mr. Mike Bunting, President Rubbermill, Inc. Mr. Jimmy Carnes, Executive Director, US Track Coaches Assoc. Mr. Jimmy Creech, President Industrial & Construction Enterprises Ms. Martha Dixon, VP Regional Rehab Center Mr. David Falk, Managing Member, Drucker & Falk Mr. Andy Fleming, President, US Disabled Athletes Fund HHHHPPvisions L. T. Walker International Human Performance Center Board Members 2005 Dr. Joe Houmard, Director ECU Human Performance Lab Mr. John Hudson, First Vice President, IJLWachovia Mr. George Koonce, Former ECU & NFL Player Mr. Robert Maynard, Retired VP- Gen Manager, John Deere Co. Mayor Don Parrott, Mayor of Greenville Mr. Robert Rippy, Owner Jungle Rapids Family Fun Park Mr. Kevin Seitz, Vice Chancellor, Adminis-tration and Finance Mr. Chuck Hawkins, Senior Associate Vice Chancellor, Administration & Finance Ms. Shelby Strother, Retired Edenton- Chowan Board of Education Mr. James Talton Jr., Chairman, ECU Board of Trustees Mr. LeRoy Walker Jr., Retired IBM Mr. Walter Williams, President, Trade Oil Company as a successful college football coach, winning two national foot-ball Championships at Elon College in 1980 and 1981. After a successful fundraising career at Elon, Jerry joined Laboratory Corporation of America as Assistant Vice President of training and then became Assistant Vice President of Government and Community Affairs. In 1999, Jerry returned to what has been renamed Elon University where he continues to serve as Direc-tor of Annual Giving. The Tolley’s have been deeply involved in public service during the course of their lives. In fact, the Gov-ernor of North Carolina recognized both Jerry and Joanie for their public service with the Order of the Long Leaf Pine Award. In an effort to honor a former Department of Exercise and Sport Science faculty member and coach who had significantly impacted Jerry’s life through teaching and advising, the Tolley’s initiated a five- year endowment in honor of Dr. Ray H. Mar-tinez. The Dr. Ray H. Martinez Teaching Excellence Award will acknowledge outstanding teaching in the College. It will be conferred annually to the faculty member in HHP who dis-plays excellence and creativity in teaching. The award will include a stipend that can be used by the recipient for profes-sional development or travel. A commemorative plaque will hang in the Dean's Suite in Minges recognizing the annual recipients of the award. As Dr. Glen Gilbert, Dean of The College of HHP, observed, “ this creative gift recognizes teaching excellence, which is a defined strength in the College. We are honored that this award is named after such a fine educator as Ray. We are thankful to Jerry and Joanie for their creativity and generosity. This gift will aid faculty members in their growth as educators.” We look forward to joining the Tolley’s and Dr. Martinez in conferring this important award to a deserving faculty member each year and deeply appreciate their support of teaching excel-lence in the College. Teaching Excellence Award, continued from front cover Our congratulations to Lex Gillette, ECU sopho-more and HHP Major who received a silver medal in the VI ( visually impaired) long jump event at the Paralympic Games in Athens, Greece. Fall 2005 7 Cornerstone Society Cornerstone- n. the indispensable and fundamental basis of something. The Cornerstone Society at the College of Health and Human Performance is com-posed of a group of generous donors that have contributed a minimum of $ 1,000 to the Col-lege between July 1st and June 30th each fiscal year. These con-tributions that provide the foun-dation for the College’s compre-hensive fundraising plan by adding valuable resources for HHP unrestricted monies, stu-dent scholarships, graduate fel-lowships, technological upgrades, faculty awards, equipment, and facilities enhancements. Gifts in kind and planned gifts are also recognized in the Society composite totals contributed by this distin-guished group of supporters. Methods of giv-ing to the Cornerstone Society include gifts of cash, stock and other securities, life insurance, and real estate. Donors to the Cornerstone Society include alumni, faculty and staff, friends, corporations, and businesses. Recognition for being a Cornerstone Society Member includes: • having your name published on a brass nameplate annually on the Cornerstone Society Wall located in the Dean’s hallway at Minges Coliseum • participating in an annual recognition event each fall • receiving a framed certificate recognizing donor participa-tion during each fiscal year • automatic membership into the Chancellor’s Society for East Carolina University. Cornerstone Society Members will be high-lighted specifically in our HHP Visions Newsletter and on the College of HHP Web Page in our donor listings. Of course this deduction can be tax- deductible as described by the guidelines established by the Internal Rev-enue Service. Although we work very hard at the College of Health and Human Performance to provide well deserved donor recognition, each donor agrees nothing compares to the feeling of pride and satisfaction they gain by helping deserving young students receive an outstanding educa-tional experience. Your membership in the Cornerstone Society provides the foundation for today’s student’s academic success. By strength-ening academic programs, professional technol-ogy, and student scholarships, your efforts pro-vide much needed resources for quality educa-tional experiences for our students on HHP. For more information on how to become a member of the Cornerstone Society at the College of Health and Human Performance please call Greg Abeyounis, Director of Development at 252- 328- 4662 or e- mail at abeyounisg@ mail. ecu. edu. COLLEGE OF HEALTH & HUMAN PERFORMANCE Alumni Nonprofit Org. U. S. Postage PAID Permit # 110 Greenville, NC College of Health & Human Performance East Carolina University Minges Coliseum Greenville, NC 27858- 4353 252- 328- 4630 phone • 252- 328- 4655 fax http:// www. ecu. edu/ hhp College of Health & Human Performance Dean, Glen G. Gilbert ( 252) 328- 0038 gilbertg@ mail. ecu. edu Associate Dean, Sharon Knight ( 252) 328- 4637 knights@ mail. ecu. edu Associate Dean, Susan McGhee ( 252) 328- 0022 mcghees@ mail. ecu. edu Assistant to the Dean ( Facilities), William Cain ( 252) 328- 1999 cainw@ mail. ecu. edu EXSS Chair, Peter Farrell ( 252) 328- 4635 farrellp@ mail. ecu. edu HEP Chair, David White ( 252) 328- 1551 whited@ mail. ecu. edu RCLS Chair, Joseph Fridgen ( 252) 328- 4640 fridgenj@ mail. ecu. edu Director of Development, Greg Abeyounis ( 252) 328- 4662 abeyounisg@ mail. ecu. edu News about you… ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Name ( first/ maiden/ current last name) Class Year/ Major ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Spouse’s name ( first/ maiden/ current last name) Class Year/ Major ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Street _______________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________ Phone ( Area Code) E- Mail ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ City/ State/ Zip Code ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Current Endeavors ( attach additional sheets as necessary) E- mail: abeyounisg@ mail. ecu. edu Mail to: College of Health & Human Performance • East Carolina University • 72 Minges Coliseum • Greenville, NC 27858 Or fax: 252- 328- 4655 Alumni are the most important feature in HHP Visions and we want to hear from you. If you have news to share, please send it and we’ll use it in the Alumni News section. Drop us a note with your comments & suggestions. Please include a recent photograph. Don’t be shy! Let us and your classmates know what you’re up to these days! Address Service Requested 6,500 copies of this public document were printed at a cost of $ 2,906.40, or $ 0.4471 per copy.
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Full Text | HHHHPP East Carolina University College of Health & Human Performance Alumni and Friends Newsletter Fall 2005 Inside this issue… Message from the Dean . . . . . .2 Dedication of Wall of Honor . . .2 Dr. Richard Williams . . . . . . .2 Alice Keene . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 Alumni Achievements . . . . . . .3 Dr. Christopher Ellis . . . . . . .3 Retirements . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 Dave Alexander . . . . . . . . . .4 2005 Membership of HHP Advancement Council . . . . . . .4 Alumni Challenge . . . . . . . . .5 2004- 2005 Student Scholarship/ Award Recipients . .5 PCMH Foundation Grant Pro-vides $ 28,000 in Funding for the Walker Center . . . . . . . . . . .6 Walker Center Board Members . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 Cornerstone Society . . . . . . . .7 Dr. Thomas H. Johnson, Sr.: A Career of Service and Leadership Dr. Tom Johnson, retired Professor in the College of Health and Human Performance ( HHP), had quite a thirty- five year career. While a faculty member in the Department of Health Educa-tion and Promotion, Tom taught courses in physical education, health, and recreation. In addition to having the opportunity to teach many fine students at ECU, he considers his service as Chair of the Faculty from 1979- 1982 as one of the highlights of his academic career. Another highlight was serving as President of the North Carolina Alliance for Athletics, Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance ( NCAAHPERD). Tom also served his community for 16 years in the important role of County Commissioner for Pitt County. Today, Tom continues his political activity and his support of the College, including serving as a valued member of the HHP Advancement Council. His experience and skills have been invaluable to this council of exec-utives who have been critical to the growth and development of the College. In addition to Tom's many contributions to his College, University and community, he is an accomplished gardener, as evidenced by the 93 impressive rose bushes that he and his wife, Phyllis, grow at their home. Early this fall, Tom made a $ 10,000 contribution to HHP that was symbolic of his leadership and ability to cultivate things. He designated his gift for the establishment of a Cornerstone Society donor wall that will be prominently displayed in a location adjacent to the Dean’s Suite in Minges. The wall, to be dedicated in Fall 2005, will commemorate donors who have made gifts to the College in amounts of $ 1,000 or greater between July 1st and June 30th annually. New and continuing College of HHP Cornerstone Society members will be recognized at a reception held each fall. The Cornerstone Society donor wall is important to the College as a way of recognizing the people, organizations, and businesses whose generosity results in a strong foundation of excellence in the College. Such donations lead to a greater availability of student scholarships, improved technology, more academic resources, and the opportunity to pursue special projects that enhance students' learning experiences. It is with deep gratitude that we acknowledge Tom Johnson's gift. As Dr. Glen Gilbert, Dean of the College, said, “ This generous contribution by Dr. Johnson is symbolic of his commitment to service and growth.” As a leader and advocate, Tom Johnson is an excellent representative of the College of Health and Human Performance. The Tolleys Initiate the Dr. Ray H. Martinez Teaching Excellence Award in the College of Health and Human Performance Jerry and Joanie Tolley are ECUalumni who met while they were students and married soon after gradua-tion. Joanie Morrison Tol-ley, from Washington D. C., graduated in 1965 with a degree in Elementary Edu-cation. Dr. Jerry R. Tolley, Sr., originally from Edenton, North Carolina, is a former wingback/ defensive back who has been inducted to the ECU Athletic Hall of Fame. He earned both bachelors ( 1965) and masters ( 1966) degrees in Physical Education at ECU. Valuing education and quality teaching has been central to the Tolley's lives. Joanie began her career teaching at Tarboro Elementary School, taught in Guilford and Ala-mance Counties, and retired after serving as Principal of North Graham Elementary School. Jerry began his career John Hudson, 2005 College of Health and Human Performance Alumnus of the Year John Hudson, 1960 graduate of HHP in Health/ Physical Education was recognized with the College’s highest honor for his numerous con-tributions to his ECU academic home. John, currently a Vice President of Investments at Wachovia, has been a tireless leader and contributor to HHP, giving generously of his time and resources to strengthen the College. His leadership has helped the College progress. John has been a long time Advance-ment Council Member and served as Chair of the Council from 2001- 2003. His leadership was key in obtaining funding for the HHP Wall of Honor project and in strengthening fundraising initiatives with the council and various alumni constituencies. John and his wife Harriet, a 1959 graduate in Elementary Education, have named an endowed scholarship within the College of Health and Human Performance. John also currently serves on the Walker Center Board, helping to promote the mission of the center that is now housed in HHP. continued on page 6 continued on page 4 visions Pictured left to right- Joanie Tolley, Ray Martinez, Jerry Tolley, Sr. HHHHPP Greetings from the College of Health and Human Performance. The college and uni-versity continue to grow and our faculty con-tinue their exceptional work in teaching, research, and service. ECU Chancellor, Steve Ballard, has been installed with the appropriate tradition cere-mony and Jim Smith has been named Provost after stellar service in an interim role. Kevin Seitz, replacing Richard Brown, has joined ECU as Vice Chan-cellor for Administration & Finance completing the new leader-ship team. I have been serving in the role as Interim Vice Chancellor for Research and Graduate Studies until the new Vice Chancellor, Deirdra Mageean, arrives from Maine. It has been challenging serving in two roles at the same time but it was an opportunity I could not decline and I believe it recog-nizes the eminence HHP has demonstrated in research. We had two long time faculty members retire this year, Dr. Pat Dunn and Ms. Carol Ann Tucker. They have been fine col-leagues and will continue their work with us on a part- time basis. Message from the Dean Our HHP Advancement Council headed by Bob Basnight and Don Edwards will be busy and in need of your help. The future is bright for the college which now has over seventy fac-ulty housed in eight buildings. We have been provided the Belk/ Allied Health building and, after extensive refurbishing, it will be home to the Departments of Recreation and Leisure Studies and Health Education and Promotion in fall 2007. This will allow for growth space for Exercise and Sports Sci-ence. Despite looming state budget cuts, this has been an exceptional year in updating HHP classrooms, offices and in obtaining research equipment. The classrooms in the Ward Sports Medicine Building are undergoing much needed reno-vations this summer. Thanks for your continued interest in ECU and HHP. Your success, energy and support continue to be our greatest assets in advancing the College of Health and Human Performance. 2 College of Health and Human Performance College of Health and Human Performance Wall of Honor Contributed by BB& T is Dedicated On May 20, 2005 the College of Health and Human Perfor-mance unveiled and dedicated the Wall of Honor contributed by the BB& T Foundation in recognition of Mr. Henry G. Williamson, Jr., retired Chief Operating Officer of BB& T. Henry is an ECU alumnus who has made countless contribu-tions to East Carolina University. The dedication ceremony was hosted by Chancellor Ballard. Henry addressed the audience saying “ I am humbled and honored by this wonderful recogni-tion from the College of Health and Human Performance.” Dr. Gilbert expressed his deep appreciation to BB& T, who was rep-resented by Dennis Alexander, Greenville City Executive, and Danny Daniels, Regional President for the Eastern Region of North Carolina. Dr. Gilbert went on to say “ This wall honors the College’s best and brightest faculty, students and alumni for their accomplishments”. The event was attended by approxi-mately one hundred people who enjoyed a reception in Marie’s Café in Minges Coliseum. Dr. Richard Williams is Recipient of the Ray Martinez Teaching Excellence Award Recreational therapist, Dr. Richard Williams, an assistant professor in the Department of Recreation and Leisure Studies, degree director for the undergraduate Recreational Therapy Program, and three- time alumnus of the Uni-versity of Georgia, joined the ECU faculty in 2000 after completing his doctorate. Dr. Williams is recognized for his innovative and creative approaches in teaching. visions Pictured left to right- Glen Gilbert, Dean HHP, Danny Daniels, BB& T Regional President, Henry Williamson, Jr. retired Chief Operating Officer BB& T, and Dennis Alexander, BB& T Greenville City Executive. Alumna Alice Keene Named Outstanding Citizen of the Year Alice Keene, an alumna of the Department of Recreation and Leisure Studies, was honored as the 2004 Citizen of the Year for the community of Greenville and Pitt County. This is the highest honor bestowed by the Greenville- Pitt County Cham-ber of Commerce. She was honored January 28, 2005 at the Chamber’s Annual Membership Celebration. Janice Faulkner, 2002 Citizen of the Year, presented the award. Alice serves as the Director of the Pitt County Community Schools Recreation Program. During the past two decades, she has served in many leadership roles in her work with the Pitt County Senior Games. Among the many awards she has received, Alice was selected the College Outstanding Alumna in 2000. She cur-rently serves as an active board member of the College of Health and Human Performance Advancement Council. Fall 2005 3 Alumni Achievements Tony Ammirati, BS in Management of Recreation and Facilities Services (' 03) and current graduate stu-dent was recently awarded an Earnhardt Legend Leadership Award. The award ( a grant of $ 7,000) will be used to purchase equipment and develop educa-tional programs for the Walter L. Stasavich Science and Nature Center at River Park North. Vicki Armstrong, BS Worksite Health Promotion (' 98); MAEd Health Education (' 99), completed her PhD in Adult Education at NC State University in Spring 2005. Carolyn Osborne Austin, BS Therapeutic Recreation Option (' 95), received a North Carolina Recreation Therapy Association Certificate of Recognition in 2004. She is a recreational therapist at Baptist Medical Center, Wake Forest, N. C. Debra Bryant, MA Physical Education (' 04), was named the 2004- 2005 Teacher of the Year at Russell Elementary School, Camp Lejune. She was also named the North Carolina District Teacher of the Year for the Department of Defense Elementary and Secondary Schools. Janet Funderburk, BS Therapeutic Recreation Option (' 94); MS Recreational Therapy Administra-tion (' 00), is beginning a two- year term on the Board of Directors of the Southeast Therapeutic Recreation Symposium and completing her second year as co-chair of Academic Affairs for the American Therapeu-tic Recreation Association. She is an Assistant Profes-sor at Georgia Southern University, Statesboro, GA. Tracie Hobbs, BS Recreational Therapy (' 97), received a Certificate of Recognition from the North Carolina Recreation Therapy Association in 2004. She is a recreational therapist at Whitaker Rehabilita-tion Center at Forsyth Memorial Hospital in Winston- Salem, NC. Ann Hughes, BS Physical Education (' 85); MA Adapted Physical Education Concentration (' 93), was named the 2004- 2005 Teacher of the Year at the Metro School in the Charlotte- Mecklenburg District. The Metro School is dedicated to serving the Dis-trict's children with special needs. Wendy Cayton Hughes, BS Therapeutic Recreation Option (' 96); MS Recreational Therapy Administra-tion (' 03) was the recipient of a Certificate of Recog-nition by the North Carolina Recreation Therapy Association in 2004. She is the Recreational Therapy Retired Dr. Patricia C. Dunn retired in July 2005 after 34 years on the faculty in the ECU Department of Health Education and Promotion. After earning her PhD at the Ohio State University, she returned to teach at ECU, her undergraduate alma mater, in 1971. During her tenure at ECU, she taught a variety of health education courses, earned the rank of full Professor, and contributed to the Department and University in innumerable ways, including working with and mentoring international students. She has always been a world traveler and actively involved in the com-munity, including serving on the Pitt County Council on Aging and traveling internationally with Habitat for Humanity to seven foreign countries. She has been a member of the Greenville City Council for the past three years. Among the many spe-cial awards and honors Pat Dunn has received, she received the ECU Outstand-ing Alumni Award and the Best- Irons Humanitarian Award for Greenville, N. C.. After retirement, she will continue teach-ing part- time and working with interna-tional students at the University. Ms. Carol- Ann Tucker retired in December 2004 following a 32- year career in the ECU Department of Health Education and Promotion. She started working with the Region-al Training Center in 1972 as a graduate assistant, became Associate Director in 1973, and Director from 1985 to 2004. The Center, which focuses on sub-stance abuse prevention, has been the longest grant- funded program on ECU campus. In addition to teaching in the department and directing the center, Carol- Ann served as a student advisor, advisor to the student marshals, and became the “ voice” at every College commencement. She has served on numerous boards, con-tinues membership in several national lead-ership societies, and has received many honors and awards, including being nation-ally recognized as an outstanding collegiate advisor. In 2003, Carol- Ann became Director of the College Academic Advising Center and remains in that role since her retirement. Christopher Ellis Receives Inter- Disciplinary Doctorate In Spring 2005, Christopher Ellis, alumnus of the Department of Recreation and Leisure Studies, com-pleted his PhD in Coastal Resources Management, an interdisciplinary doctoral program at East Carolina University. Dr. Ellis’s dissertation, chaired by Dr. Hans Vogelsong, an associate professor in the Department of Recreation and Leisure Studies, was titled, “ Factors Contributing to Beach Attractiveness: Understanding Recreational Choice Behavior on the North Carolina Coast”. Supervisor at the Walter B. Jones Alcohol and Drug Abuse Treatment Center in Greenville, N. C. Jessica Martin, BS Recreational Therapy (' 05), was named the 2004- 2005 Student of the Year by the North Carolina Recreation Therapy Association. Jo Morgan, BS School and Community Health (' 84); MAEd Health Education (' 84), was named Alumna of the Year for the Department of Health Education and Promotion. She is the Health Educa-tion Director for the Pitt County Health Department in North Carolina. Mike Morgan, BS Physical Education (' 02), was named Teacher of the Year for School # 167, Baltimore County Schools. Anthony Moran, BS Therapeutic Recreation Option (' 94), recreational therapist at Baptist Medical Center in Winston- Salem, NC was the recipient of the North Carolina Recreation Therapy Association Outstanding Professional of 2004 award. Lindsey Scherer, BS School Health (' 05) was recog-nized as one of the country's Outstanding Seniors in Health Education at the American Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance Convention in Chicago, April 2005. Kimberly Thurman, BS Physical Education (' 05), received the East Carolina University Latham Award for Excellence in Teaching. William S. Totten, Jr., MS Recreation and Leisure Facilities and Services Administration, was promoted to District Superintendent within the State Parks and Recreation Division in the NC Department of Envi-ronment and Natural Resources. Prior to this pro-motion, he was the Park Superintendent of Jordan Lake State Park. David White, MS Recreation and Leisure Facilities and Services Administration, received the NCRPA Fellow Award, the highest award given to leaders in the profession who have provided outstanding service to the North Carolina Recreation and Park Associa-tion for a number of years. Kelvin Yarrell, MS Recreation and Leisure Facilities and Services Administration (' 04) received the Department of Recreation and Leisure Studies Alum-ni of the Year Award. He was honored at the RCLS Alumni lunch held in Hickory NC in November in conjunction with the NC Recreation and Parks Asso-ciation annual conference. Kelvin works with youth and other recreation programs as part of the Greenville Recreation and Parks Department Pictured left to right- Dr. Glen Gilbert, Dean; Dr. Lauriston King, Program Director, Coastal Resources Management; Dr. Christopher Ellis; Dr. Hans Vogel-song, Associate Professor, Department of Recreation and Leisure Studies. Dave Alexander a 1967 Health/ Physi-cal Education graduate from what is now known as the College of Health and Human Performance always sym-bolized character, leadership and excel-lence. The former ECU fullback who was converted from linebacker used skill and a strong work ethic that ultimately culminated during his senior year in being named to the Associated Press Small College All- America Team and named AP Honorable Mention All- American, a rare feat for a small college player. His teams were a collective 27- 3 during his time as a player. After graduating, Dave played briefly on an Oakland Raiders Develop-mental League team in Richmond, Virginia. He then suffered a major knee injury and decided to return to ECU where he fin-ished his student teaching and graduated. After school Dave became an entrepreneur, drawing from his football and educational experiences and the success he gained here at ECU. He ultimately started his own office cleaning company that focused on upscale, large, and historical buildings in the Washington D. C. area. Through thirty- plus years of lead-ership, Dave led Potomac Services, Inc. to grow into a $ 17 mil-lion company with over 1,200 employees. Potomac Services, Inc. cleaned some of the most historical buildings in the District and surrounding areas and even worked as part of the Phoenix Pro-ject to resurrect the damaged wing at the Pentagon. The leader-ship and character instilled in each employee contributed to the success of the company. Dave Alexander - Leadership and Character Create Excellence 4 College of Health and Human Performance Mr. Dave Alexander, Retired Potomac Services, Inc. Mr. Harry “ Hal” Baird Senior Associate Athletic Director Auburn University Mr. Ronnie Barnes, Head Athletic Trainer NY Giants Football Mr. Bob Basnight, Owner Basnight and Associates Mr. Jack R. Bray, Vice President/ Mill manager Weyerhaeuser Mr. Mike Bunting, President Rubbermill, Inc. Mr. Jimmy Creech, President Industrial & Construction Enterprises, Inc. Mr. Don Edwards, President University Book Exchange Ms. Carolyn A. Fulghum, ECU Retired Assistant Vice Chancellor Mr. John Hudson, First Vice President/ Investments IJLWachovia Dr. Thomas H. Johnson, Sr. ECU Retired Professor Ms. Alice Keene, Director Community Schools and Recreation Pitt County Schools Dr. Tally Lassiter, Physician Orthopedic East Mr. Don Leggett, Special Assistant to Vice Chancellor Institutional Advancement Mr. Richard “ Rooster” Narron Sportsman World Mr. Brian Pecheles, General Manager and Owner Joe Pecheles Volkswagen, Inc. Mrs. Diane Poole, Chief Planning Officer University Medical Centers of Eastern Carolina ( 252) 816- 5104 ( W) Mr. Jim Post, Owner Post's Nursery Ms. Emilie Tilley, Retired Principal Virginia Beach City Public School System Dr. Henry VanSant, ECU Retired Associate Athletic Director & Assistant Professor 2004- 2005 Officers Mr. Bob Basnight, Chair Mr. Don Edwards, Vice Chair 2005 Membership Of HHP Advancement Council Mr. Clay Walker, Senior Vice President National Football League Players, Inc. Dr. LeRoy T. Walker, President Emeritus NC Central University and US Olympic Committee Mrs. Renee Wareing, Sales Marketing 2208 Poplar Point Road Mrs. Kim Watson Pfizer Pharmaceuticals Mr. Jerry Wilkins, Senior Vice President Regional Corporate Banker BB & T Mr. Walter L. Williams, President Trade Oil Company HHHHPPvisions visions Dave has recently retired with his wife, Ella. They reside in Bethany Beach, Delaware in the summer and Stewart, Florida during the remainder of the year. The couple has six children and nine grandchildren that they relish spending time with. Dave agreed last summer to bring his expertise and vast tal-ents to the College of Health and Human Performance Advancement Council. Since that time he has spoken to gradu-ate classes at HHP and ECU about leadership and excellence in business. He has already established himself as an outstanding leader and board member. Dean Glen Gilbert says “ Dave’s ener-gy, enthusiasm and intensity fuel everything that he does. His leadership and vision have been huge assets to HHP.” Dave, who always strives for excellence, is not only giving back to HHP himself, but also is encouraging other alumni to do so through the Dave Alexander HHP Alumni Challenge. Once again, Dave is working to make the College of Health and Human Performance a winner. Dave, we are certainly grateful to have you as a valuable member of our team. According to Dean Gilbert, “ we have been so fortunate to have John working tirelessly in many areas for the advancement of our mission. John’s professionalism, dedication and loyalty all combine to make our people and our College better.” John received his well- deserved Alumnus of the Year Award this spring at commencement on May 6, 2005. Upon receiving his award he gave a brief speech to the 2005 graduating class where he emphasized “ the importance of giving back to HHP and ECU.” He urged everyone to “ stay connected to their university in the future.” John, thank you for sharing your many talents. Your efforts strengthen every facet of the College. Alumnus of the Year, continued from front cover Fall 2005 5 2004- 2005 Student Scholarship/ Award Recipients University Book Exchange Scholarship/ HHP Melissa Dawn Petterson Gravely Foundation Scholarship/ HHP Nadezda Stanojevic William E. Cain Scholarship/ HHP Shannon Nicole Jones Mike Bunting Scholarship/ HHP Matthew Gray Crayton Joe Pecheles Volkswagen, Inc./ HHP Susan Annette Whitehurst G. Brantley & Barbara F. Aycock Scholarship for Physical Education Teachers/ EXSS Nicholas Earl Futrell Gay Blocker Scholarship/ EXSS Chad Allen Eirich Nell A. Stallings Scholarship/ EXSS Brian Patrick Cavanaugh Catherine A. Bolton Scholarship/ EXSS Christina Marie Lewis Adriana Marie Arredondo Catherine V. McCulley Memorial Scholarship for Exercise Physiology/ EXSS Rebecca Gavin Ruster Ernie Schwarz Memorial Scholarship/ EXSS William J. Glascoff Ronnie Barnes Scholarship/ HLTH Justin Michael Brewer Sports Medicine Alumni Scholarship/ HLTH G. Brandon Hightower Chenoweth & Associates Worksite Health Scholarship/ HLTH Joni Marie Long Patricia C. Dunn Scholarship/ HLTH LaTangee DeGrace Knight Walter B. Cannon Scholarship/ RCLS Tami Suzanne Maes Charles A. Vincent Memorial Scholarship/ RCLS April Elaine Britton Donna J. Mooneyham Achievement Award in Aquatic Therapy/ RCLS Jessica Marie Martin Robert W. Basnight Scholarship/ RCLS Anthony Ammirati Exercise Sport Science Outstanding Graduates Spring 2005 Shanita Nicole Sutton/ BA Exercise Sport Science Andrea Elizabeth Blevins/ Health Fitness Specialist Jessica Lynn Borrelli/ Physical Education Jodie Marie Rush/ Exercise Physiology Overall Outstanding Graduate 2004- 2005 Jessica Lynn Borrelli/ Physical Education Health Education & Promotion Outstanding Graduates Spring 2005 Ashley Renee Christopher/ Community Health Tamika Michelle Langley/ Environmental Health Lindsey Marie Scherer/ School Health Megan Nicole Mitchell/ Worksite Health Ryan Thomas Holland/ Prehealth Professions G. Brandon Hightower/ Athletic Training Overall Outstanding Graduate 2004- 2005 Ryan Thomas Holland/ Prehealth Professions Recreation & Leisure Studies Outstanding Graduates Spring 2005 Sarah Ellen Fleming/ Recreational Therapy Vincent Joel Logan/ Management of Recreation Facilities & Services Overall Outstanding Graduates 2004- 2005 Jessica Marie Martin / Recreational Therapy Nicole Marie Lindsay / Management of Recreation Facilities & Services Dave Alexander HHP Alumni Challenge May 24, 2005 Dear Fellow Alumns: As a student and an athlete at ECU I learned many valuable lessons that aided me in my professional and personal success throughout the years. My degree in Health/ Physical Education from what is now called the College of Health and Human Performance provided me a very solid foundation for the business principles and leadership tools that have con-tributed to my success. I am very thankful for my educational experience that I received from ECU and specifically HHP. Those college days were extremely memorable and some of the best experiences of my life. It is for all these reasons that I am giving of my time by becoming an active member on the College Advancement Council and my resources by establishing a $ 5,000 fund to serve as a challenge to my fellow alumni to increase dollars and donors for HHP. My goal is to increase both new donors and current donors by getting you to stretch your gift by a mini-mum of $ 25. The challenge works like this, any new or increased mini-mum gift of $ 25 will be matched by my fund at the $ 25 level essentially adding the value of $ 25 to your gift. My hope is to both increase the dol-lars raised and increase the percentage of alumni donors to close to 10%. An increase of 200 new donors will get HHP to the 10% threshold. This percentage is important to the College as they try to raise foundation and corporate dollars for specific academic programs and research. The beauty of this challenge is that your contribution can go toward any program or fund of your choice within the College of Health and Human Performance. You have total control over the academic unit or scholarship that your contribution aids. Your support at any level will advance the College in their pursuit of becoming a top ten Health and Human Performance institution in the country. It is with pleasure and pride that I offer this opportunity for you to begin or increase your support to your academic home at your alma mater. Thank you for your consideration and support. Your contributions do make a difference. Sincerely, Dave Alexander, ' 67 Health/ Physical Education 6 College of Health and Human Performance Pitt Memorial Hospital Foundation Grant Pro-vides $ 28,000 in Funding for the Walker Center The Walker Center Adapted Sports Program was funded through the generosity of the Pitt Memorial Hospital Founda-tion Grant. Dr. David Loy, Assistant Professor of Recreational Therapy, directs the grant. Highlights for 2004- 05 include: * Hosted Summer Adapted Water- ski Clinic in Washington, NC. Taught 5 first- time skiers with disabilities how to ski with adapted ski equipment. * Hosted Annual Fall Fiesta. Activities such as water- ski, kayaking, canoeing, hand cycling, and boat rides were pro-vided to nearly 30 individuals with disabilities. Joe Ray ( Birmingham, AL), member of the US Disabled Water- ski Team and current World Record Holder, attended and pro-vided water- ski instruction to individuals. * Hosted the first annual “ Discover Scuba” clinic for individu-als with disabilities. Six individuals with disabilities received hands- on instruction in adapted scuba diving. * Sponsored the 8th Annual Adapted Sports Day at ECU. Participants learned disabled sports including basketball, quad rugby, climbing, slalom course, volleyball, billiards, table tennis, canoeing, and handcycling. The keynote speak-er for the event was Jean Driscoll, Paralympian and 8 time winner of the Boston Marathon wheelchair division. * Cultural Arts Festival in April included an Active Living Health Retreat to encourage individuals with disabilities to resume active lifestyles in sports and recreation. Dr. LeRoy Walker, Board Chairman Dr. Glen Gilbert, Dean & Professor College of HHP Dr. William Shelton, Vice Chancellor for University Advancement Mr. Bob Basnight, Owner Basnight & Associates Mr. Robert Block, Founding Trustee, U. S. Sports Academy Mr. Mike Bunting, President Rubbermill, Inc. Mr. Jimmy Carnes, Executive Director, US Track Coaches Assoc. Mr. Jimmy Creech, President Industrial & Construction Enterprises Ms. Martha Dixon, VP Regional Rehab Center Mr. David Falk, Managing Member, Drucker & Falk Mr. Andy Fleming, President, US Disabled Athletes Fund HHHHPPvisions L. T. Walker International Human Performance Center Board Members 2005 Dr. Joe Houmard, Director ECU Human Performance Lab Mr. John Hudson, First Vice President, IJLWachovia Mr. George Koonce, Former ECU & NFL Player Mr. Robert Maynard, Retired VP- Gen Manager, John Deere Co. Mayor Don Parrott, Mayor of Greenville Mr. Robert Rippy, Owner Jungle Rapids Family Fun Park Mr. Kevin Seitz, Vice Chancellor, Adminis-tration and Finance Mr. Chuck Hawkins, Senior Associate Vice Chancellor, Administration & Finance Ms. Shelby Strother, Retired Edenton- Chowan Board of Education Mr. James Talton Jr., Chairman, ECU Board of Trustees Mr. LeRoy Walker Jr., Retired IBM Mr. Walter Williams, President, Trade Oil Company as a successful college football coach, winning two national foot-ball Championships at Elon College in 1980 and 1981. After a successful fundraising career at Elon, Jerry joined Laboratory Corporation of America as Assistant Vice President of training and then became Assistant Vice President of Government and Community Affairs. In 1999, Jerry returned to what has been renamed Elon University where he continues to serve as Direc-tor of Annual Giving. The Tolley’s have been deeply involved in public service during the course of their lives. In fact, the Gov-ernor of North Carolina recognized both Jerry and Joanie for their public service with the Order of the Long Leaf Pine Award. In an effort to honor a former Department of Exercise and Sport Science faculty member and coach who had significantly impacted Jerry’s life through teaching and advising, the Tolley’s initiated a five- year endowment in honor of Dr. Ray H. Mar-tinez. The Dr. Ray H. Martinez Teaching Excellence Award will acknowledge outstanding teaching in the College. It will be conferred annually to the faculty member in HHP who dis-plays excellence and creativity in teaching. The award will include a stipend that can be used by the recipient for profes-sional development or travel. A commemorative plaque will hang in the Dean's Suite in Minges recognizing the annual recipients of the award. As Dr. Glen Gilbert, Dean of The College of HHP, observed, “ this creative gift recognizes teaching excellence, which is a defined strength in the College. We are honored that this award is named after such a fine educator as Ray. We are thankful to Jerry and Joanie for their creativity and generosity. This gift will aid faculty members in their growth as educators.” We look forward to joining the Tolley’s and Dr. Martinez in conferring this important award to a deserving faculty member each year and deeply appreciate their support of teaching excel-lence in the College. Teaching Excellence Award, continued from front cover Our congratulations to Lex Gillette, ECU sopho-more and HHP Major who received a silver medal in the VI ( visually impaired) long jump event at the Paralympic Games in Athens, Greece. Fall 2005 7 Cornerstone Society Cornerstone- n. the indispensable and fundamental basis of something. The Cornerstone Society at the College of Health and Human Performance is com-posed of a group of generous donors that have contributed a minimum of $ 1,000 to the Col-lege between July 1st and June 30th each fiscal year. These con-tributions that provide the foun-dation for the College’s compre-hensive fundraising plan by adding valuable resources for HHP unrestricted monies, stu-dent scholarships, graduate fel-lowships, technological upgrades, faculty awards, equipment, and facilities enhancements. Gifts in kind and planned gifts are also recognized in the Society composite totals contributed by this distin-guished group of supporters. Methods of giv-ing to the Cornerstone Society include gifts of cash, stock and other securities, life insurance, and real estate. Donors to the Cornerstone Society include alumni, faculty and staff, friends, corporations, and businesses. Recognition for being a Cornerstone Society Member includes: • having your name published on a brass nameplate annually on the Cornerstone Society Wall located in the Dean’s hallway at Minges Coliseum • participating in an annual recognition event each fall • receiving a framed certificate recognizing donor participa-tion during each fiscal year • automatic membership into the Chancellor’s Society for East Carolina University. Cornerstone Society Members will be high-lighted specifically in our HHP Visions Newsletter and on the College of HHP Web Page in our donor listings. Of course this deduction can be tax- deductible as described by the guidelines established by the Internal Rev-enue Service. Although we work very hard at the College of Health and Human Performance to provide well deserved donor recognition, each donor agrees nothing compares to the feeling of pride and satisfaction they gain by helping deserving young students receive an outstanding educa-tional experience. Your membership in the Cornerstone Society provides the foundation for today’s student’s academic success. By strength-ening academic programs, professional technol-ogy, and student scholarships, your efforts pro-vide much needed resources for quality educa-tional experiences for our students on HHP. For more information on how to become a member of the Cornerstone Society at the College of Health and Human Performance please call Greg Abeyounis, Director of Development at 252- 328- 4662 or e- mail at abeyounisg@ mail. ecu. edu. COLLEGE OF HEALTH & HUMAN PERFORMANCE Alumni Nonprofit Org. U. S. 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