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Desoto County Alumni Scholarship Awarded
Lauren Boone from Southaven, MS is the 2008 recipient of the Delta State University DeSoto County alumni chapter scholarship. She is a Freshman nursing major from DeSoto Central High School in Southaven. Congratulations Lauren!
17th annual DELTA STATE TRIATHLON
OFFICIAL ENTRY FORM – DSU TRIATHLON
HPER AQUATIC CENTER – DELTA STATE CAMPUS – SEPTEMBER 13, 2008
NAME: ___________________________________________ PHONE: _________________________
ADDRESS: _________________________________________________________________________
CITY: ___________________________________ STATE:_____________ ZIP: _________________
EMAIL:____________________________________________________________________________
MALE: ____________ FEMALE: ___________ AGE: ________ BIRTHDATE: _____________________
500 SWIM TIME: __________________ SHIRT: S ______ M ______ L ______ XL ______ 2X ______
ENTRY FEE: $40.00 Individual - $75.00 Team LATE FEE: $5.00 – If received after September 5, 2008
Make checks payable to: DSU Triathlon, PO Box 3286, Cleveland, MS 38733
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Dr. John Green left the San Francisco airport at 2:50 pm on May 31. Here is a picture of me with the Fighting Okra, aka the International Vegetable.  |
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| Alumni & Friends enjoying Crawfish | ||
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| Diane Blansett; Dr. Ann Lotven,Provost;Charles Lotven;Dr. Wayne Blansett, VP for Student Affairs | Kid's Area |
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SAVE THE DATES!!!
Pig Pickin'
September 12-13, 2008
Statesmen Park
Delta State University Homecoming
November 1, 2008
DSU vs Arkansas Tech
DSU Ole Grads Gathering
Pickwick Landing State Park 2008
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| Alumni Director Jeffrey Farris & Marion Cole | Rose Ready, Alice McDaniel, Nell sandroni & Sarah Tapley | Old Stories |
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| Ole Grads at Shiloh | Shiloh Memorial Park | Getting Together |
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Seeking Names & Donations for Veterans' Atrium
Mail to DSU Box 3104, Cleveland MS 38733
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Dr. James Robinson, a long time history professor, life long Bolivar Countian, and a 1968 Delta State graduate, noticed that the fountain in the atrium of Jobe Hall was not working and the water was stagnant and green. He contacted the new Vice President of Finance, Mr. Greg Redlin. Within a day or two the fountain had been cleaned and fresh water was flowing. He looked at the high brick walls surrounded by glass where history students could view the atrium area from first and second floors. Since the area had no plants or benches, students were not utilizing the area. With the support of his department chairman, Dr. Bo Morgan, he visited with Mr. Redlin about his idea of making the area a tribute to veterans. He saw a natural connection with “history” and “wars” and wanted students to realize that freedom should never be taken for granted….that many people have given their lives or fought for their country in order to preserve that freedom. Since the open air atrium is located just outside an auditorium, he also saw the potential to use the area for many receptions, music programs, photo opportunities. Recently the science department put a telescope there to view the heavens.
Because a project of this nature takes money, James contacted the alumni and foundation offices to seek guidance for possible funding. Coincidently, about that same time, the Golden Circle, which is the group of alumni who graduated 50 years or more, was planning their homecoming using the theme of “honoring veterans. It seemed a natural connection. Dr. Robinson met with alumni director, Vicki Fioranelli, and a committee of golden circle members and the “marriage” took place. Mr. Redlin, Dr. Hilpert, and the DSU administration supported the idea and the rest is history.
“We are quick to point out that this is a long range plan, says Dr. Robinson, but I believe in this project and so do many others.”
Because Dr. Robinson is a pied piper and his enthusiasm is contagious, many people have jumped on the band wagon to help. There is no list of those alumni, faculty, staff, or students who have served in the military, the names are going to have to be “gathered” and self reported. At present only 200 names have been reported. At some future date, these names will be appropriately displayed in the atrium. If you know of an alumnus, student, faculty or staff member of Delta State (living or deceased) who has served in any branch of the military, please report that name on the enclosed form.
A number of alumni and veterans have come forward with donations to make this project a reality, starting with Dr. Robinson himself. Mrs. Nancy Gerrard, president of Golden Circle and her husband, Hal Gerrard, a WWII veteran, made the second substantial donation as well as a $2000 donation was made from a former student and Viet Nam Veteran. No amount is too large or too small. If you are willing to make a tax deductible donation, please complete the enclosed form with a check made out to DSU Foundation, and mail to DSU, Box 3104, Cleveland, MS 38733.
Alumni Director, Jeffrey Farris
MILES AWAY
As you travel.....take your alumni magazine and email a photo of you reading it, to alumni@deltastate.edu
Mark Easley ’85, of Laurel, at the Old Tucson movie studios in Tucson, AZ.
Taking a Limo tour of Pensacola are Delta State "girls of the'50s". back row: Nell Garrett, Greenwood, MS, Gayle Wood, Kerrville, TX, Elaine Fields, Pensacola, FL, Marie Parker, Inverness, MS, front row: Nellie Gammons, Belzoni, MS, Dotsy Williamson, Eupora, MS, Barbara Watson, Holcomb, MS, Shirley Williams, Benton, LA, Frankey Robb, Memphis, TN and Ann Breazeale, Jackson, MS.
Rachel Webb ’03, of Bartlet, TN, in Labadee, Haiti while on my Caribbean cruise on Royal Caribbean International’s ship Liberty of the Seas which is the largest cruise ship in the world.
DSU ALUMNI PHOTO ALBUM
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ALUMNI CALENDAR OF EVENTS
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Give Back To DSU At No Cost To You!
Apply for the New Alumni Credit Card!!!
Margie Gladden
"When I use my Delta State Credit Card, it gives me a chance to promote Delta State, " says Margie Gladden. "It often starts a conversation about my university."
The New DSU Credit Card now offers World Points, has a low interest rate, and provides funds to the university which are used to provide services to alumni.
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To better serve our alumni, this page will be continuously updated by Sharon Krugler. As You Travel.....take your alumni magazine and e-mail a photo of you reading it, to alumni@deltastate.edu.
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Cleveland, MS 38733