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Spring Edition<br />
June 2009<br />
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Student Life Center<br />
<strong>Highlights</strong><br />
Nurturing Potential, Transforming Lives<br />
Division of Student Affairs<br />
Inside this issue:<br />
Appreciation Reception for Students, Campus,<br />
and Community Partners<br />
The First Student Life Center Appreciation Reception was held on Tuesday Afternoon, June 9, 2009 in<br />
the Atrium of the Dining Hall at <strong>Coppin</strong> <strong>State</strong> <strong>University</strong>. The evening was planned to share the<br />
experiences of the year by video and music, listen to special greetings from students, the campus<br />
leadership, and our community partners. Featured presenter was Tiera Carter, Diabetes Awareness<br />
Student Facilitator with Reaction Remarks from Tracy Newsome, the American Diabetes Association<br />
Project Power Program. Many of the Awardees are shown in a pictorial page and all are shown on the<br />
programme page, both included within this newsletter.<br />
The Student Facilitators were the true stars of the evening and they were applauded over and over for<br />
the roles they played in making things happen this year. This team of students was supported by SLC<br />
Students Joyce Castro Rexach and Sherrie Alford under the leadership of Professor Betsy D. Simon, SLC<br />
Director. The facilitators played major roles in program planning, promotion, and execution. They<br />
served on the frontline of every activity and event. Kudos and special thanks to Sherrie N. Alford and<br />
Joyce Castro Rexach who co‐chaired the Appreciation Reception and took care of every detail even<br />
ensuring that each guest received a <strong>Coppin</strong> Eliminate Belly Fat T‐Shirt as a parting gift.<br />
Appreciation<br />
Reception<br />
SLC Awardees<br />
Featured Article<br />
Charles B.<br />
Wright<br />
Leadership<br />
Institute<br />
<strong>Coppin</strong>’s<br />
Student Life<br />
Center in<br />
National<br />
Spotlight for<br />
work with<br />
Diabetes<br />
Commuter and<br />
Mature Students<br />
Society<br />
National eHealth<br />
Conference<br />
Interview with<br />
Betsy D. Simon<br />
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Programme for<br />
Appreciation<br />
Reception June 9,<br />
2009<br />
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Student Life Center Awardees<br />
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SLC Student Facilitators Honored<br />
Honorees: Dr. Christopher‐Hicks First SLC Vision Award, Dr. Franklin Chambers Special Appreciation Award<br />
Sherrie Alford and Joyce Castro Beyond the Second Mile Awards<br />
Campus Support: Carla Billie, Joanne Matthews, Josalyn Bryant‐Webb, Carolyn McGlotten, & Dr. Clarence Mills<br />
Community Partners: Janesia Simmons, Tonya Johnson, Tracy Newsome, Monica Catchings
Charles B. Wright Leadership Institute<br />
Sherrie Alford, Coordinator<br />
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The Charles B. Wright Leadership Institute was established in December 2000 and fosters student leadership<br />
development and enhancement through two programs; the Emerging Leaders Program and the Experienced<br />
Leaders Program.<br />
Joyce Castro‐Rexach Interviews Sherrie Alford<br />
I see this is your first time working with the Charles B. Wright<br />
Leadership Institute (CBWLI). How would you describe your<br />
experience with the program<br />
Working with the CBWLI was truly a unique experience. The purpose of the<br />
CBWLI is to prepare students for effective leadership in multicultural<br />
environments, to provide participants with opportunities to develop their<br />
individual leadership styles, and to help students build skills in<br />
communication and group management.<br />
Sherrie Alford<br />
Program Coordinator for the<br />
Charles B. Wright Institute<br />
It was a joy to work with the students who participated. They were humble<br />
and willing to work hard to receive the benefits. Professor Simon was truly<br />
the glue that held the Leadership Institute together. Guidance was also<br />
received from Dr. Joann Christopher‐Hicks on how the Institute should be<br />
handled. Taking on the CBWLI was a pleasant transition and enabled me to<br />
observe students realize the magnitude of their leadership experiences<br />
through documentation.<br />
What does the CBWLI application process involve<br />
In order to successfully complete the application process each interested student must submit an application,<br />
reference page, and a participation form to the Student Life Center. Students who aspire to be in the program<br />
must have at least a 2.0 GPA, which is verified by the Director of the Student Life Center.
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What benefits can the students look forward to receiving after becoming a member of the<br />
CBWLI<br />
Gaining leadership training experience from professionals and interaction with prominent leaders are wonderful<br />
benefits to receive from the CBWLI. The sessions help students to focus on developing leadership styles and<br />
qualities. Transcript development sessions are given so students can work on their leadership transcript which<br />
documents five areas: leadership experience, paraprofessional work experience, professional education<br />
development, honors, awards, and special recognitions. Completing a leadership transcript is another perk since it<br />
contains all the experiences that a student received during their academic career at <strong>Coppin</strong>. The transcript will<br />
afford students extra consideration when applying for a job or when moving on to another institution to continue<br />
their education. The last bonus I will discuss is the Award Recognition Reception given where the CBWLI<br />
participants are awarded for their hard work. Members of the program also receive a medal to wear at their<br />
graduation. I encourage all interested students to contact the Student Life Center to learn of all the benefits of<br />
CBWLI membership.<br />
Was it difficult recruiting students to participate in the Program and what do you think will<br />
attract more students to the Leadership Program<br />
This was the first semester that the CBWLI was reinstated; so many students were not familiar with the program.<br />
Inquiries to the Student Life Center appeared once the emails were sent out and flyers went up. Once the<br />
Institute is more established and becomes known I am sure, more students will find the program appealing.<br />
Students had no problems enrolling once they took the time to find out just how beneficial the leadership program<br />
could be for their academic and professional career.<br />
What would you say is the biggest challenge with the program and how would you describe<br />
the participants<br />
The biggest challenge with the program was trying to find times when all the participants could meet as a group.<br />
The participants were a mix of traditional, mature, and commuter students. They all had their own busy lives but<br />
many still took the time to fulfill their obligations. All of the participants were hard working students who were<br />
involved in a number of campus and community activities. This group of Charles B. Wright Leadership Institute<br />
participants proved that all willing students can join and reap the benefits.<br />
Would you recommend the CBWLI to other students<br />
All students who meet the requirements should join. The leadership experience is priceless during this time of<br />
professional development. This is a FREE service available to students. So ask questions today and see if the<br />
Charles B. Wright Leadership Institute is right for you.<br />
What is it like working with Mrs. Simon<br />
I have been working for Mrs. Simon for four years now and I continue to learn more and more every day. She has<br />
given me so many opportunities to grow as a student, leader, and a professional. I love the fact that Mrs. Simon<br />
will not ask people to do something that she is not willing to do. I looked forward to coming in to work knowing<br />
that hard work is appreciated. Words truly cannot express the gratitude I feel towards Mrs. Simon. The work she<br />
does is greatly appreciated.
Charles B. Wright Leadership Institute Awardees<br />
June 9, 2009<br />
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Romina Diane Campbell<br />
LaKiesha Williams<br />
Zainab Boone-Kukoyi<br />
Charles B Wright Leadership Awards presented to May 2009 Graduates, Romina D. Campbell, LaKiesha Williams.<br />
(Awardee Kamilah Dickens was not present due to car accident injuries). Zainab Boone‐Kukoyi advances to Final<br />
Validation Phase<br />
Sherrie Alford, Charles B.<br />
Wright Leadership Institute<br />
Coordinator<br />
Charles B. Wright Applicants: Zainab Boone‐<br />
Kukoyi, Dominica Anamelechi, Shenia<br />
Turner, and Moswen Maxwell.<br />
Dr. Denise Bailey Jones, CBWLI<br />
Consultant and Community<br />
Partner
National Changing Diabetes®<br />
Program<br />
Champion Spotlight: <strong>Coppin</strong> <strong>State</strong> <strong>University</strong> May 2009<br />
http://www.ncdp.com/downloads/newsletters/May09 eNewsletter.pdf<br />
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<strong>Coppin</strong> <strong>State</strong> <strong>University</strong>, a historically black university in Maryland and National Diabetes Goal<br />
Champion, has shown its ongoing commitment to achieving the Goal through a variety of<br />
campus and community based initiatives. These initiatives are championed by <strong>Coppin</strong>’s<br />
President, Dr. Reginald Avery, and the entire campus. As Dr. Avery states, “we recognize<br />
diabetes as a major public health problem that disproportionately impact our campus and<br />
community populations... we continue to be committed to increasing awareness, detection,<br />
and prevention activities on campus and in the community that address diabetes and its<br />
contributing risk factors.”<br />
<strong>Coppin</strong> <strong>State</strong> <strong>University</strong> has utilized their Goal Champion status as a catalyst to engage campus, community, and health agencies in the<br />
quest to ensure that all its stakeholders know their “diabetes numbers” and are educated to make healthy lifestyle choices. Since<br />
becoming a Goal Champion last fall, <strong>Coppin</strong> has launched the Healthy Campus 2010 Initiative which has included diabetes as a major<br />
focus of its activities.<br />
During the spring 2009 semester Betsy Simon, Director of the Student Life Center, is partnering with C.H.A.M.P., a community health<br />
partner, to bring “I Can, I Will, Be Happy, Be Healthy” to <strong>Coppin</strong>. This initiative focuses on increasing physical activity, losing weight, and<br />
changing eating habits for a healthier lifestyle. A main component of this program is a 10‐week session focusing on various health and<br />
nutrition topics such as recipe modification, goal‐setting, and exercising. These sessions are taught by a registered dietician, a certified<br />
blood pressure specialist, and a certified aerobics instructor.<br />
Mrs. Simon has also partnered with the American Diabetes Association‐Maryland to launch a series of four “Power Over Diabetes”<br />
sessions taught by diabetes educators. As Mrs. Simon explains, the aim of these initiatives is straight‐forward: “Our overall goal is to<br />
address the prevalence of diabetes and pre‐diabetes among our campus family and the surrounding communities.<br />
<strong>Coppin</strong> will continue its focus on diabetes by improving the health and well‐being of students and the local community through weight<br />
reduction programming such as Weight Watchers and “I Can, I Will” student‐led physical activity classes such Swing/Hand Dance<br />
classes with two nationally acclaimed instructors, Line Dance instruction by a well known radio personality, and an encouragement<br />
promo to “Simply Walk More.”<br />
To learn more, please visit the <strong>Coppin</strong> <strong>State</strong> <strong>University</strong> Web site at: www.coppin.edu/slc.<br />
NCDP is a program sponsored by Novo Nordisk Inc.<br />
Changing Diabetes® is a registered trademark of Novo Nordisk A/S.<br />
Mature © 2009 Novo Nordisk Student Inc. All rights Society<br />
reserved. May 2009.<br />
An Interview with Linda Bryant and Romina D. Campbell<br />
B. Simon, Tracy Newsome, Tiera Carter, Professor Edwards and<br />
student representative posed for photo after a very successful<br />
Diabetes Awareness Session with 37 students in attendance.
Commuter and Mature Student Society (CAMSS)<br />
Meet Some of the Members<br />
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The Commuter and Mature Students Society (CAMSS) Component of the Student Life Center represents, collectively, the<br />
largest populations of students at <strong>Coppin</strong> <strong>State</strong> <strong>University</strong>. <strong>Coppin</strong> is committed to meeting the needs of all its students<br />
and to that end; the Student Life Center was established in September 2008 with CAM students as the primary focus of the<br />
Center’s mission. Fall 2009 served an explorative and assessment period as the newly appointed Director of the Student<br />
Life Center listened to students, critiqued current best practices, and aligned the science with the Mission and Tenets of<br />
<strong>Coppin</strong> <strong>State</strong> <strong>University</strong>. These findings are reflected in programming and approach when operating the Center which is<br />
student driven, student focused, and student led.<br />
CAM Students snack, chat, listened to soothing music and Dr. Chislom’s mediation tapes to relax at Final Exam<br />
Stress Release Session<br />
A Chat with Linda Bryant:<br />
Member of CAMSS<br />
How did you find out about the Commuter and Mature<br />
Student Society<br />
I found out about the mature student society two ways: First from a<br />
classmate in my music class and second from Professor Simon’s many<br />
emails. I was very hesitant to come out however my classmate continued to<br />
encourage me.<br />
What activities did you participate in<br />
I participated in several activities like, CHAMP exercise for 30 minutes’<br />
Champ empowerment session on how to read food labels, and the Final<br />
Exam Relaxation Session.<br />
Which of the activities did you enjoy the most<br />
Well it is hard to say because I enjoyed all of the activities, surely the Final Exam Relaxation Session.<br />
What activities would you suggest for the CAMSS group<br />
If it's not broke don't fix it". Next semester it would be nice to have an affair like the <strong>State</strong> Fair, with games, health<br />
food, and fitness exhibits.
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What interested you the most about CAMSS<br />
Conversation with CAMSS members and the diversity young commuter students and older students, sort of<br />
bridging the gap.<br />
Would you recommend the CAMSS group to a friend<br />
I would definitely suggest CAMSS to a friend!<br />
Do you feel that there is a need for such a group that focuses more on Commuter and Mature<br />
Students<br />
Yes, there is a need for the group that focuses more on Commuter and Mature Students due to the fact that the<br />
college environment consist of traditional students and non‐traditional students and this program helps to build a<br />
rapport between the two groups.<br />
CAMSS on April 28, 2009: Snack, Chat, and Hand Dance<br />
with Shirley Duncan and Reggie Goodman<br />
Romina D. Campbell<br />
CAMSS Memebr<br />
A Chat with Romina D. Campbell:<br />
How did you find out about the Commuter and Mature Student<br />
Society Signs and <strong>Coppin</strong> E‐mail.<br />
What activities did you participate in<br />
SLC Line Dance, Hand Dance, Belly Fat, and CHAMP sessions.<br />
From all the activities that were giving during the school year<br />
which one did you enjoy the most<br />
Line & Hand Dance is something that I enjoyed because I wanted to keep my<br />
body fit.<br />
What activities would you suggest to the CAMS group<br />
Continue the Line & Hand Dance and something new, could be chat time (men and women).<br />
What interested you the most about CAMSS<br />
That CAMSS was reaching out to the Commuter and Mature Students. Letting them know that there are also social<br />
activities on <strong>Coppin</strong>’s campus. And to meet new friends.<br />
Would you recommend the CAMSS group to a friend<br />
Everyone, on campus and off, Yes.
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Do you feel that there is a need for the group that focuses more on Commuter and Mature<br />
Students<br />
Yes because older students are not aware of the activities on campus.<br />
What are your thoughts and feelings towards this group<br />
At my age CAMSS gave me a new insight on life and friendships that <strong>Coppin</strong> <strong>State</strong> <strong>University</strong> have on campus for<br />
Commuter and Mature Students. Thank you for that experience.<br />
Melissa Little gives greeting and forwards this message<br />
“Great Job!!! Professor Simon,<br />
Everything was very well done and the energy in the room was thoroughly<br />
positive!!! Looking forward to working with CAMSS in the future. Sorry that<br />
I had to leave early, I really wanted to stay longer!!! Keep up the good<br />
work!!!<br />
Commuter and Mature Students: Meet to Plan Activities<br />
Tony Massenburg sends out special appeal for males to “get involved” and<br />
enjoy the university experience fully. He states that he plans to really “make a<br />
difference” while at <strong>Coppin</strong> and he will be seeking more male student involvement<br />
in fall 2009.
UNFSCP/NLM.NIH eHealth Conference<br />
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Recap by Joyce Castro‐Rexach<br />
Professor Betsy Simon spoke at the Annual UNCFSP/NLM.NIH eHealth Conference as a part of the Opening<br />
Plenary Panel on June 15, 2009. Her charge was to address the topic: “Student eHealth Educators: A Most<br />
Valuable Health Communication Resource for HBCUs.” Professor Simon shared with the audience what her<br />
experiences have taught her about the value of the student eHealth educators at <strong>Coppin</strong> state <strong>University</strong>. She<br />
explored common ground among HBCUs that would enable us to generalize the CSU experience nationally. She<br />
explained how the “each one teach one” concept focused on students teaching their peers about how to access<br />
the National Library of Medicine databases and their relevance in the school setting as well as their personal lives.<br />
Professor Simon gave a wonderful speech about students reaching out to one another and how this tiny seed<br />
blossomed to help shape what we call today, the Student Life Center. She explained how the Student Life Center<br />
just like the eHealth Project is a student driven, student focused, and student led Center; run by the students and<br />
for the students with a staff of one. Professor Simon’s speech compelled many to approach her to discuss about<br />
how she managed the CSU eHealth Project. Accompanying Mrs. Simon were three eHealth educators and two<br />
community partners, Joyce Castro Rexach, Tiera Carter, Sherrie Alford, and Henry Simon, and Kimberly Alford. The<br />
eHealth educators (Castor, Carter, and Sherrie Alford) displayed three Poster Presentations. Alford’s display<br />
highlighted one of her NLM Classroom sessions, Castro Rexach’s display demonstrated how the NLM Databases<br />
may be used by individual students when completing research<br />
assignments for class, and Carter’s PowerPoint focused on diabetes<br />
and the work that was done with our partner, the American<br />
Diabetes Association Project Power Program. Kudos to Sherrie<br />
Alford. Because of her work as an eHealth educator at CSU, she<br />
was offered an outstanding opportunity to join the NLM Fellowship<br />
Program as a national NLM Trainer.<br />
Betsy D. Simon<br />
Director of the Student Life Center
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Joyce Castro asks Professor Simon about the CSU eHealth Project:<br />
How did it feel to return to eHealth Conference as a consultant First and foremost, it was an<br />
honor. After our tremendous reception at the eHealth National Conference last year, 2008, the invitation to<br />
present again this year and serve as Conference Consultant was readily accepted. I was very fortunate to have<br />
you, Ms. Castro, and four other CSU eHealth Team members join me. It was inspiring and comforting to look out<br />
into the audience and see the <strong>Coppin</strong> Team.<br />
Why are the students an important part of the eHealth project CSU students “are” the eHealth<br />
Project!! We succeed or fail because of student involvement. As you know we introduced the CSU student<br />
eHealth educators concept to the national conference last year and were applauded and recognized for the<br />
concept. Now the use of peer/student ehealth educators has become a part of the guidelines for future grant<br />
applications.<br />
What is the purpose of having students attend the UNCFSP/NLM.NIH eHealth Conference<br />
Student Attendance at this and other conferences enables the students to experience the passion and<br />
commitment of professionals in specific fields/careers. They are able to see how classroom studies play out in the<br />
real world of work. Of even greater importance is the fact that <strong>Coppin</strong> <strong>State</strong> <strong>University</strong> students are our best<br />
ambassadors and serve as advocates and examples of the excellent talents that exist among the <strong>Coppin</strong> Student<br />
Body. As you experiences again this year, conference attendees were and are amazed by the levels of expertise<br />
and professionalism among our students at the conference.<br />
If you could start all over again would you do the same thing with the grant Yes, I would still<br />
use students as the “core” of the project. However, I would try to link the trained student eHealth educators to<br />
their individual professors sooner because I found that faculty partnering improves the student reach quicker than<br />
traditional campus marketing. When faculty and students partner, results increase tremendously.<br />
How would you described the past 2 years The past two years with eHealth have been like riding a<br />
roller coaster without brakes☺. I confirmed what my years of university and community work have taught me,<br />
when the mission is clear and positive results are within reach, one moves with all due speed to accomplish much<br />
while the energy and passion last. Therefore, the eHealth project pushed us into launching the CSU Healthy<br />
Campus Initiative 2010 with the continuing eHealth grant foci of increasing physical activity on campus, reducing<br />
the rates of overweight and obesity, while using these leading health indicators to promote awareness about the<br />
burden of diabetes among African Americans. And, of course, the rest is history and the future. The journey<br />
continues as we vow to take the eHealth initiative deeper into the community by launching the “Community<br />
eHealth Empowerment Agenda.”
More Photos from National eHealth Conference<br />
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*Program from the Appreciation Reception<br />
Presiding: Betsy D. Simon<br />
Remarks/Invocation: Romina Diane Campbell, CSU 2009 Graduate & Former Student Facilitator, CAMSS<br />
On‐Going Quiet Repast Beginning @ 3:30 PM<br />
Joyce Castro Rexach, Programme & Sherrie Alford, Programme Committee Co‐Chairpersons<br />
The Occasion<br />
Sherrie Alford……............................................................................................. Programme Committee Co‐Chairperson<br />
Greetings<br />
Dr. Franklin Chambers………………….……………………………………………………………Vice President, Division of Student Affairs<br />
Tonya Johnson…………………………….……………………………Director of the Bureau of Reproductive Health and Community<br />
Outreach, Baltimore City Health Department<br />
Dr. Denise Bailey‐Jones……………………………………….……Student Leadership Consultant, <strong>Coppin</strong> Alum & McNair Scholar<br />
Melissa Little……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………Student Facilitator, CAMSS<br />
Antonio Massenbrug……………………………………………………………………………………………...Student Facilitator, CAMSS<br />
Britney Chase, Miss <strong>Coppin</strong> ………………………………………………….….Student Facilitator, Ballroom & Hand Dance Sessions<br />
The Student Life Center: Historical Perspective<br />
Betsy D. Simon…………………………………………………………………....Director, Student Life Center, Division of Student Affairs<br />
Presentation SLC Research Focus: “Diabetes Among HBCU Students and Community Partners”<br />
Tiera Carter……………………………………………………………………………………………Student Facilitator for Diabetes Awareness<br />
Remarks: Tracy Newsome, Director, American Diabetes Association<br />
The Student Life Center Tokens of Appreciation<br />
Joyce Castro Rexach…………………………………………………Chairperson of the Student Life Programming Advisory Council<br />
Recognition of Charles B. Wright Leadership Institute Graduates 2009<br />
Betsy D. Simon & Dr. Bailey‐Jones<br />
Acknowledgements<br />
Dr. Joann Christopher‐Hicks………………………………………………………Associate Vice President, Division of Student Affairs<br />
Open Mic and Closing Remarks<br />
Committee Co‐Chairpersons and Betsy D. Simon<br />
Special Recognitions for the Establishment & Growth of the Student Life Center<br />
The Student Life Center Visionary Award<br />
Dr. Joann Christopher‐Hicks, Associate Vice President of Student Affairs<br />
In July 2008 you shared your vision to address programming and service gaps in the Division of Student Affairs with a particular<br />
concern about the unmet needs of mature and traditional commuter students. The Student Life Center was established in<br />
September 2008 to serve as a Hub for commuter and mature student services as well as the expansion of existing wellness and<br />
health awareness programming through the use of student leadership and community engagement. Your support of the Student<br />
Life Center’s Agenda during challenging economic times is appreciated and applauded. Thanks, Kudos, and Congratulations.<br />
Special Appreciation Award<br />
Dr. Franklin Chambers, Vice President of Student Affairs<br />
Upon your arrival in February 2009 as Vice President of Student Affairs, you reviewed and assessed the Student Life Center<br />
Model; and said, move forward. You have been supportive and available to discuss and act upon issues regarding SLC<br />
programming, challenges, and triumphs. We thank you for your trust, leadership, and support.
Special Thanks for Beyond The Second Mile Support<br />
Joyce Castro Rexach, Programming Specialist (Work‐Study Student and Volunteer) for Student Life Center and Chairperson of the<br />
Student Life Programming Advisory Council<br />
Sherrie Alford, Programming Specialist (Volunteer) for Student Life Center and<br />
Charles B. Wright Leadership Institute Coordination and Fidelity Monitoring<br />
For your outstanding support, advice, and endless assistance with programming, activities, staffing the center,<br />
recruiting/welcoming guests and program participants, and, oh yes, the late nights and early mornings.<br />
Administrative & Campus Support<br />
Dr. Franklin D. Chambers<br />
Vice President of Student Affairs<br />
Dr. Joann Christopher–Hicks<br />
Associate Vice President of Student Affairs<br />
Carla Tyree‐Billie: Division of Student Affairs<br />
Dorothy Lemon: Division of Student Affairs<br />
Professor Jewel Edwards: Health Education<br />
Charles B Wright Leadership Medal Recipients<br />
Romina Diane Campbell, 2009 Graduate, Kamilah Dickens, 2009 Graduate, LaKiesha Williams, 2009 Graduate<br />
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Final CBWLI Validation Phase<br />
Zainab Boone‐Kukoyi<br />
Other Charles B Wright Participants<br />
Dominica AnamelechiCaroline KilemiMoswen G. MaxwellShenia Turner<br />
Campus and Community Program Facilitators<br />
Dr. Clarence Mills: “For Men Only” Health Series, Darrell Pittman: “For Men Only” Health Series, Tonya Johnson: Campus to<br />
Community Outreach and “For Women Only” Health Session, Janesia Simmons: “For Women Only” Health Session, Claretta<br />
Graham: “For Women Only” Health Session, Shirley Duncan: Physical Activity through Ballroom & Hand Dance, Reggie Goodman:<br />
Physical Activity through Ballroom & Hand Dance, Randy Dennis: Physical Activity through Line Dance, Michele Carter‐Hunt:<br />
Weight Watchers Instructor, Lee Thomas: Nutrition and Exercise C.H.A.M.P., Kim Figueroa: Nutrition and Exercise C.H.A.M.P.,<br />
Annis Long: Exercise C.H.A.M.P., James E. Long C.H.A.M.P, Tracy Newsome, American Diabetes Association Project Power,<br />
Monica Catchings, American Diabetes Association Project Power, Dr. Dennis Bailey Jones: Consultant and Trainer for Charles B.<br />
Wright Leadership Institute<br />
SLC Programming Outstanding Student Support<br />
Alisia Adams, Tiera Carter, Joyce Castro Rexach, Romina Diane Campbell, James Chandler Jr., Alisia Dessesaure, Kamilah Dickens,<br />
Melissa Little, Antonio Massenburg, Rebecca Morgan, Kaamilah Parker, LaKiesha Williams, Victoria Musokwah, Brandi Shipley,<br />
Paul Williams, Candice Sewell, Bernice Anderson, Linda Bryant, Rodney Foy, Britney Chase, & Miss <strong>Coppin</strong> <strong>State</strong> <strong>University</strong> 2009<br />
Additional Campus and Programming Support<br />
Miriam Wood , Thomas “Hollywood” Henderson, Vernell Sample, Kyra Keels, Dwane Crawford , Adrian Carey, Joanne Matthews,<br />
Josalyn Bryant‐Webb, Linda Bowie, Helen Dunkley, Patrick Bailey, Noelle Stills, Dean Ronald Collins (Mature & Commuter<br />
Students Orientation Class and Tiera Carter’s Diabetes Research), Jonathan Ogbazghi (Mature and Commuter Students<br />
Orientation Class), Thomas Christopher and Janice Nelson (Final Exam and Stress Release Session), Ahmed El‐Haggan, Manny<br />
Owusu‐Sekyere, Sibrala and Entire IT Staff (Phenomenal eHealth Support), Joyce Castro Rexach (Program Design and PowerPoint<br />
Productions), Sherrie Alford (Charles B. Wright Leadership Institute Coordination and Fidelity Monitoring), & Henry Simon<br />
(Community Partner and 24/7 Volunteer)<br />
THANK YOU! THANK YOU! THANK YOU
“It’s all about Family, Friends, and Community Support”<br />
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Student Driven<br />
Student Focused<br />
Student Led<br />
Professor Betsy Simon will return to school in the fall 2009 to complete her<br />
doctoral studies. Though she will not be able to continue as Director of the Student Life Center, she will continue to<br />
teach an Orientation Course designed for Commuter and Mature students on Tuesday Evenings. Under her<br />
leadership, we have accomplished a lot this academic year and this newsletter recaps key programming events that<br />
occurred since the February 2009 newsletter as well as feature many of the closing events for this 2008‐2009<br />
Academic year. As you view the pages of this newsletter, please remember that all programming, events, activities,<br />
and major decisions regarding their direction and execution were the result of a student driven, student focused, and<br />
student led Student Life Center (SLC). SLC was designed to address the needs and support the aspirations of <strong>Coppin</strong><br />
students, especially Commuter and Mature Students and we can say, we have had many successes mixed with a few<br />
challenges but we are proud of our accomplishments. We depended heavily upon the support and assistance of<br />
students and our campus and community partners. We honored these groups at the Appreciation Reception for<br />
Students, Campus, and Community Partners (June 9, 2009). Thanks for all your support as our journey and work<br />
continues. Gratefully, Joyce Castro Rexach and Sherrie N. Alford, Student Life Center Supporters and Newsletter<br />
Producers.<br />
Betsy D. Simon<br />
Director of the Student Life Center<br />
410‐951‐3381| bsimon@coppin.edu<br />
Visit the website<br />
www.coppin.edu/slc<br />
Division of Student Affairs | Student Life Center<br />
2500 West North Ave Baltimore Maryland 21216