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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
September 5, 2006

Contact:
Jeff Perez, Office of Communications and Legislative Affairs
Office: (740) 351-3810; FAX: (740) 351-3179; Cell: (740) 352-5566
E-mail: jperez@shawnee.edu

(Article by Monica Bradbury, Communications Specialist)

BIG SANDY SUPERSTORE SCHOLARSHIPS AWARDED

        The Shawnee State University (SSU) Scholarship Committee has awarded the 2006-2007 Big Sandy Superstore scholarships, in the amount of $2,000 each, to Erica Brown of Portsmouth, Josh Caldwell of Franklin Furnace, Jessica Moss of Chillicothe, and Sarah Zimmerman, of Ironton.
           The Big Sandy Superstore scholarship was established by Big Sandy Superstore in 2005 to recognize active employees or the children of active employees of Big Sandy Superstore.
          The scholarship is awarded to a full-time active employee or son or daughter of a full-time active employee at Big Sandy Superstore. The recipient must maintain a 2.5 GPA in order to reapply for the award next year.
          Brown, the daughter of Mark and Tammy Bollinger, is returning to SSU majoring in medical lab technology.
          Caldwell, the son of Tim Wolfe, is a 2006 graduate of Green Local School. He served on the yearbook staff, prom committee, and participated in the science club. He is also part of the youth group at Plymouth Heights Church of the Nazarene.
          Moss, daughter of Mark and Jane Moss, is a 2005 graduate of Chillicothe High School. She is returning to SSU to major in individualized studies, concentrating on health management. Moss has been involved in the National Honor Society, Spanish Honor Society, and was among the top ten in her graduating class.
          Zimmerman, the daughter of Mark and Cindy Zimmerman of Ironton, is a 2006 graduate of Rock Hill High School. Zimmerman plans to major in nursing. She has participated in Family, Career and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA), All County Band, Rock Hill High School Early Childhood Education Program, and many other activities. Zimmerman plans to study nursing at SSU.
          The SSU Development Foundation administers the funds for this scholarship. Individuals or organizations interested in establishing a scholarship can contact the SSU Development Foundation at (740) 351-3284.
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
September 5, 2006

Contact:
Jeff Perez, Office of Communications and Legislative Affairs
Office: (740) 351-3810; FAX: (740) 351-3179; Cell: (740) 352-5566
E-mail: jperez@shawnee.edu

(Article by Monica Bradbury, Communications Specialist)

                                 THOMAS B. REYNOLDS MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP AWARDED
          The Shawnee State University (SSU) Scholarship Committee has awarded Daniel Webster of Portsmouth the 2006-2007 Thomas B. Reynolds Memorial Scholarship.
          The scholarship was established by Tom’s wife, Kay Boynton Reynolds, who along with friends, family members, and business associates wished to honor him. A long-time friend and supporter of the university, Tom was president of both the SSU Board of Trustees and Development Foundation board. He played vital roles in “Crossing the Threshold” and “Reach for the Stars,” the two capital campaigns undertaken during his tenure.
          The scholarship assists a college student entering his or her senior year majoring in accounting with a high GPA who demonstrates community involvement.
          Webster, son of Dan and Dora Webster, majors in business administration with a concentration in accounting. Webster has participated in football and track at Minford High School.
          The SSU Development Foundation administers these scholarship funds. Individuals or organizations interested in establishing a scholarship can contact the SSU Development Foundation at (740) 351-3284.

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
September 6, 2006

Contact:
Jeff Perez, Office of Communications and Legislative Affairs
Office: (740) 351-3810; FAX: (740) 351-3179; Cell: (740) 352-5566
E-mail: jperez@shawnee.edu

(Article by Monica Bradbury, Communications Specialist)

                       BUILDING COMMUNICATION SKILLS AND RAPPORT WITH YOUR CLIENTS
          Shawnee State University’s (SSU) Business and Industry Training Center and WorkSight Solutions, Inc. will offer the workshop, “Building Communication Skills and Rapport with your Clients” Sept. 15 from 8:30 am to 3:00 pm at The Ohio State University (OSU) South Centers’ Endeavor Center in Piketon, Ohio.
          The workshop utilizes the DISC Profile Test to develop better interpersonal relationships, work productivity, teamwork and communication.
          “Establishing rapport with your clients is of the utmost importance as you strive to build a meaningful relationship with them,” said Brenda Covert, manager of SSU’s Business and Industry Training Center. “This seminar will teach participants how to use the DISC Profile as a communications assessment tool.”
          According to the DISC Profile website (www.discprofile.com), the foundation of personal and professional success lies in understanding one’s self, understanding others, and realizing the impact of personal behavior on others. For over 30 years, the DISC Profile Test has unlocked the door to productive communication and interpersonal relationships for over 40 million people through its DISC Dimensions of Behavior learning approach. The DISC Profile provides a nonjudgmental tool for exploring behaviors.
          The DISC Profile has helped many organizations succeed at the following:

Discovering behavioral strengths to capitalize on
Dealing with conflict effectively by learning adaptive behaviors
Managing interpersonal communication better
Enhancing work groups and minimizing team conflict
Improving customer service by identification and meeting needs

          The workshop trainer is Jean Ann Franke, a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), who has completed post master’s degree programs in school psychology and vocational evaluation. She has over 30 years experience in counseling and evaluating students and adults.
          The workshop fee is $129 and includes a continental breakfast and lunch. Counselors, social workers, marriage and family therapists, educators, and nursing home administrators will receive five CEU’s each for their participation.
          For more information or to register, call SSU’s Business and Industry Training Center at (740) 351-3171 or toll-free (866) 672-8778 ext. 3171 or visit their website, www.shawnee.edu/off/uos.

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
September 7, 2006

Contact:
Jeff Perez, Office of Communications and Legislative Affairs
Office: (740) 351-3810; FAX: (740) 351-3179; Cell: (740) 352-5566
E-mail: jperez@shawnee.edu

(Article by Monica Bradbury, Communications Specialist)

                           FRANK D. HYLAND MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP AWARDED
           The Shawnee State University (SSU) Scholarship Committee has awarded Joshua Keeney of Lucasville, Ohio, the 2006-2007 Frank D. Hyland Memorial scholarship.
          The scholarship was established by Helen Hyland to honor the memory of Frank D. Hyland, member emeritus of the SSU Board of Trustees, long-time basketball official and educator, and avid university supporter.
       The scholarship is awarded to a former SSU student athlete, in good standing, who has exhausted his or her athletic scholarship.
          Keeney, son of Douglas and Kimberly Keeney, is a 2002 graduate of Northwest High School. He is majoring in intervention specialist education at SSU. Keeney has competed in soccer for four years, setting new career and season records, and has made the dean’s list. At SSU, Keeney received letters in soccer and in high school, he received them in basketball, baseball and track. He competed at the district and state levels for soccer, and received conference player of the year.
           Keeney received honors in basketball at the state and district levels and competed at the district level for track. Keeney broke all scoring records possible and was team captain in basketball for two years and was team captain in soccer for four years. He also helps manage soccer and basketball camps for younger children. He was part of a peer listening club, which helps children learn (both disabled and excelled students). Keeney had perfect attendance all four years of high school. He was a high school assistant varsity coach for two years, participated in the Ohio River Sweep. He was in Boy Scouts for eight years. Keeney attends First United Methodist Church in South Shore, Ky.
        The SSU Development Foundation administers the funds for this scholarship. Individuals or organizations interested in establishing a scholarship can contact the SSU Development Foundation at (740) 351-3284.

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
September 7, 2006

Contact:
Jeff Perez, Office of Communications and Legislative Affairs
Office: (740) 351-3810; FAX: (740) 351-3179; Cell: (740) 352-5566
E-mail: jperez@shawnee.edu

(Article by Monica Bradbury, Communications Specialist)

                           PHILLIP AND MARY ELLIOTT JENKINS SCHOLARSHIP AWARDED
          The Shawnee State University (SSU) Scholarship Committee has awarded Kristi Cable of McDermott and Rodney Queen of Stout the 2006-2007 Phillip and Mary Elliott Jenkins scholarship.
          The scholarship was established in 1986 by Phillip Jenkins. The scholarship is awarded to a high school senior or college student with fewer than 45 credit hours. The student must have a minimum 2.8 GPA and be a resident of Scioto County, Ohio, or Greenup or Lewis County, Ky. Preference is given to students from single-parent families majoring in teacher education.
          Cable, the daughter of Ella and Mike Cable, is a 2005 graduate of Northwest High School (NHS) majoring in nursing. She has been recognized by Who’s Who Among American High School Students, the Red Cross, the NHS Alumni, and McDermott Alumni. She has received the Earl Thomas Conley Award, Corporation for Ohio Appalachian Development’s David B. Stivison Appalachian scholarship award, and a SSU freshman scholarship award. In high school, Cable was in the honors club, drama club, and Educational Talent Search (ETS). At SSU, she has participated in Campus Crusade for Christ. She teaches Sunday School for children at Dry Run Church of Christ.
          Queen majors in English communications. He received his GED in 2004. He is married to Charlotte, is an avid outdoorsman, and wants to acquire a law degree.
          These scholarship funds are administered through the SSU Development Foundation. Individuals or organizations interested in establishing a scholarship can contact the SSU Development Foundation at (740) 351-3284.

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
September 7, 2006

Contact:
Jeff Perez, Office of Communications and Legislative Affairs
Office: (740) 351-3810; FAX: (740) 351-3179; Cell: (740) 352-5566
E-mail: jperez@shawnee.edu

(Article by Monica Bradbury, Communications Specialist)

ARTUR W. AND ANNE CARSON HOSSMAN SCHOLARSHIP AWARDED

          The Shawnee State University (SSU) Scholarship Committee has awarded Veronica Middleton of West Portsmouth the 2006-2007 Arthur W. and Anne Carson Hossman scholarship.
          The scholarship was established by Anne as a way to honor her husband, to provide aid to a worthy student, and to support SSU.
          The scholarship is awarded to a graduate of a Scioto County high school entering their sophomore, junior, or senior year of college who maintains a GPA of 3.0 or higher.
          Middleton is returning to SSU in the fall to major in social science. She is the admissions coordinator at Stepping Stone House and a mother of two teenagers. Her oldest son will be attending SSU this fall. Middleton enjoys caring for animals, reading, and following national politics.
          The SSU Development Foundation administers the funds for this scholarship. Individuals or organizations interested in establishing a scholarship can contact the SSU Development Foundation at (740) 351-3284.

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
September 7, 2006

Contact:
Jeff Perez, Office of Communications and Legislative Affairs
Office: (740) 351-3810; FAX: (740) 351-3179; Cell: (740) 352-5566
E-mail: jperez@shawnee.edu

(Article by Monica Bradbury, Communications Specialist)

BIG SANDY SUPERSTORE SCHOLARSHIPS AWARDED

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
September 7, 2006

Contact:
Jeff Perez, Office of Communications and Legislative Affairs
Office: (740) 351-3810; FAX: (740) 351-3179; Cell: (740) 352-5566
E-mail: jperez@shawnee.edu

(Article by Monica Bradbury, Communications Specialist)

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
September 7, 2006

Contact:
Jeff Perez, Office of Communications and Legislative Affairs
Office: (740) 351-3810; FAX: (740) 351-3179; Cell: (740) 352-5566
E-mail: jperez@shawnee.edu

(Article by Monica Bradbury, Communications Specialist)

                                         SSU PARTICIPATES IN THE SEPTEMBER PROJECT
          Shawnee State University (SSU) is giving students, staff and community members the opportunity to participate in a world-wide event to commemorate the fifth-year anniversary of September 11 and to express how it has affected them, their country and the world.
          The SSU Clark Memorial Library and the AmeriCorps VISTA program are sponsoring the September Project taking place on September 11 in the campus library. The library staff will play the documentary, “In Memoriam: New York City 9/11/01” from 8 a.m. to 11p.m. and there will be bulletin boards placed for participants to write on, draw and express their thoughts.
          The hour-long documentary, made by HBO®, premiered in 2002 and follows New York City (NYC) Mayor Rudolph Giuliani and his staff from the beginning of the attack. According to www.hbo.com, “the documentary presents a panoramic and unique historical record of that fateful day” in NYC. “In Memoriam” won an Emmy® Award for Outstanding Picture Editing for Non-Fiction Programming.
          “The idea is to get people actively engaged and thinking about democracy, citizenship and patriotism that grew as a result of the terrorist attack that took place five years ago,” said Connie Salyers Stoner, associate director of the library for public services at SSU.
          The video will play all day near the vending area on the first floor, while the bulletin board for signing will be near the Jazzman’s Café located on the second floor. Participants will also receive flag pins to wear.
          “This is a great opportunity for students to reflect on what September 11 means to them now,” said Amy Richardson, coordinator of community service at SSU. “This event allows students to think about how it has changed our nation as a whole.”
          The Clark Memorial Library has sponsored the September Project since its inception in 2004. The original event was a collaborative sponsorship of the League of Women Voters of Seattle, Wash., the Public Library of Seattle, and the University of Washington, and is intended to foster civic engagement and to get people thinking about what democracy, patriotism, and citizenship mean to them.
           For more information about this event, call Connie Salyers Stoner at (740) 351-3462 or Amy Richardson at (740) 351-3662.

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
September 7, 2006

Contact:
Jeff Perez, Office of Communications and Legislative Affairs
Office: (740) 351-3810; FAX: (740) 351-3179; Cell: (740) 352-5566
E-mail: jperez@shawnee.edu

(Article by Monica Bradbury, Communications Specialist)

Discovering behavioral strengths to capitalize on
Dealing with conflict effectively by learning adaptive behaviors
Managing interpersonal communication better
Enhancing work groups and minimizing team conflict
Improving customer service by identification and meeting needs

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
September 8, 2006

Contact:
Jeff Perez, Office of Communications and Legislative Affairs
Office: (740) 351-3810; FAX: (740) 351-3179; Cell: (740) 352-5566
E-mail: jperez@shawnee.edu

(Article by Monica Bradbury, Communications Specialist)

                    ELBERT L. AND EVELYN M. ELLIOT MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP AWARDED
          The Shawnee State University (SSU) Scholarship Committee has awarded the 2006-2007 Elbert L. and Evelyn M. Elliot Memorial scholarships to six students.
          The scholarship was established through a bequest by Evelyn M. Elliot and is awarded to a resident of Adams or Scioto County who majors in elementary or secondary education.
         A scholarship of $500 has been awarded to Rachel Arthur of Lucasville. Arthur is the daughter of Douglas and Julia Arthur and is returning to SSU to major in early childhood education.
          A scholarship of $1,000 has been awarded to Amanda Chamberlin of Wheelersburg. She is the daughter of Rod and Lynn Chamberlin and a 2000 graduate of Wheelersburg High School. She is majoring in early childhood education.
          Amanda Kingrey of Waverly, a 2002 graduate of Valley High School, has been awarded a $1,000 scholarship. Kingrey, daughter of Gordon and Carla Bullion, will be returning to SSU to major in early childhood education and early childhood intervention specialist.
          Cassandra Simon of McDermott has received a $1,000 scholarship. She is the daughter of Phyllis Crawford and the late Bill Crawford, and is returning to SSU and majoring in early childhood education. She is a 1990 graduate of Northwest High School.
          The SSU Development Foundation administers the funds for these scholarships. Individuals or organizations interested in establishing a scholarship can contact the SSU Development Foundation at (740) 351-3284.

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
September 8, 2006

Contact:
Jeff Perez, Office of Communications and Legislative Affairs
Office: (740) 351-3810; FAX: (740) 351-3179; Cell: (740) 352-5566
E-mail: jperez@shawnee.edu

(Article by Monica Bradbury, Communications Specialist)

    SKITARELIC-SWANSON FAMILY MEDICAL LABORATORY SCIENCE SCHOLARSHIP AWARDED
          The Shawnee State University (SSU) Scholarship Committee has awarded Kristina Poorman the 2006-2007 Skitarelic-Swanson Family Medical Laboratory Science scholarship of $3,000.
          The Skitarelic-Swanson scholarship was established by Richard Swanson and Kathryn Skitarelic-Swanson to recognize a medical laboratory science (MLT) student for outstanding aptitude, performance and enthusiasm. Dr. Skitarelic was a former medical adviser to the MLT program and Mr. Swanson, an adjunct psychology faculty member at SSU.
          The scholarship is awarded to a two-or four-year SSU student in the MLT program.
          Poorman is the daughter of Lisa Poorman and a 2004 graduate of Eastern High School of Pike County. She was listed in the American Achievement Academy for making the honor roll and Who’s Who Among American High School Students. In high school, she played volleyball, participated in yearbook and prom committees, and volunteered with Boy Scouts of America and at SOMC.
          The scholarship funds are administered through the SSU Development Foundation. Individuals or organizations interested in establishing a scholarship can contact the SSU Development Foundation at (740) 351-3284.

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
September 8, 2006

Contact:
Jeff Perez, Office of Communications and Legislative Affairs
Office: (740) 351-3810; FAX: (740) 351-3179; Cell: (740) 352-5566
E-mail: jperez@shawnee.edu

(Article by Monica Bradbury, Communications Specialist)

                   SSU’S HEALTH SCIENCE GRADUATES MAINTAIN HIGH JOB PLACEMENTS
          Shawnee State University (SSU) graduates in the health sciences are putting their degrees to work, according to a new survey.
          “We use surveys to get an idea of how graduates are doing in their careers, how certain majors rank in job placement, and where our students are working,” said Steve Gregory, director of Career Planning and Placement.
          According to the survey, many health science graduates are annually making $40,000 and more at hospitals, dental offices, universities, and therapy and medical centers.
          The health science field includes nursing, occupational therapy, respiratory therapy, radiologic technology, physical therapy, medical laboratory technology and dental hygiene.
          The demand for health science graduates is strong and should continue for several years, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
          “Our health programs provide great opportunities for individuals to enter the workforce with a credential that provides for a meaningful, life-long career,” said Martha Rader, Ph.D., dean of the college of professional studies. “Because the opportunities for health professionals are so great, we often have more students wanting to enroll than we can accommodate in our programs.”
          Gregory explained that successful job placements depend on the students.
          “This office will gladly assist students and graduates to prepare resumes and cover letters and to complete job searches. The services are here and they’re free. I encourage students to start working on their portfolio long before graduation to get great results.”

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
September 8, 2006

Contact:
Jeff Perez, Office of Communications and Legislative Affairs
Office: (740) 351-3810; FAX: (740) 351-3179; Cell: (740) 352-5566
E-mail: jperez@shawnee.edu

(Article by Mistie Cook Spicer, communications coordinator)

                                          SSU CHOIR MEETS NEXT WEEK
          The Shawnee State University (SSU) Choir will hold its first rehearsal of the fall quarter on Tuesday, September 12 in room 130 of the Vern Riffe Center for the Arts at 7 p.m.
          New choir members are encouraged to come a few minutes early for a get acquainted interview and a brief audition. Returning choir members are asked to turn in all previously used music.

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
September 8, 2006

Contact:

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
September 8, 2006

Contact:
Jeff Perez, Office of Communications and Legislative Affairs
Office: (740) 351-3810; FAX: (740) 351-3179; Cell: (740) 352-5566
E-mail: jperez@shawnee.edu

(Article by Monica Bradbury, Communications Specialist)

                                   DAVID BESCO MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP AWARDED
         The Shawnee State University (SSU) Scholarship Committee has awarded Mary Cheek of Wheelersburg the 2006-2007 David Besco Memorial scholarship of $3,700.
         The David G. Besco Memorial Scholarship fund was created by Zella H. Besco to honor her son by providing one or more annual scholarships to help cover tuition and fees.
          The scholarship is awarded to a college sophomore, junior, or senior who is a resident of Ohio with an overall 3.5 GPA and a 3.0 in his or her major and professional education courses. The recipient must also major in teacher education or mathematics.
          Cheek, daughter of Mark and Beth Cheek, is a 2005 graduate of Wheelersburg High School and plans to major in middle childhood education.
          The SSU Development Foundation administers the funds for this scholarship. Individuals or organizations interested in establishing a scholarship can contact the SSU Development Foundation at (740) 351-3284.

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
September 8, 2006

Contact:
Jeff Perez, Office of Communications and Legislative Affairs
Office: (740) 351-3810; FAX: (740) 351-3179; Cell: (740) 352-5566
E-mail: jperez@shawnee.edu

(Article by Monica Bradbury, Communications Specialist)

                                   JOSEPH W. MCKINLEY SCHOLARSHIP AWARDED
          The Shawnee State University (SSU) Scholarship Committee has awarded Vanessa Smith of Lucasville the 2006-2007 Joseph W. McKinley scholarship of $650.
          The Joseph W. McKinley scholarship was established by J. William McKinley to honor the memory of his father, a teacher for many years. McKinley is a board member of the university and also serves on its development foundation.
          The scholarship recipient must be a graduate of Valley or Northwest High School seeking a bachelor’s degree in teacher education who has good academic standing and is of good character.
          Smith, daughter of Don and Vicki Smith, is a 2005 graduate of Valley High School where she participated in the National Honor Society, Bible club, Family, Career and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA), cheerleading, track, integrity group, senior mentorship, and the leadership development club. She also tutored during high school.
          Smith has won awards and recognition as a football homecoming attendant, and a sweetheart basketball queen. She received the all-star cheerleading award from the Universal Cheerleading Association and the senior leadership award from the Universal Cheerleading Association. She is listed in Who’s Who Among American High School, was secretary of her sophomore class and vice-president of her senior class. Smith was a member of the SOC champion girls track team.
          Smith is a member of the American Red Cross Red, White and Youth council, an instructor at pee-wee cheerleading camp, a volunteer reader for elementary children, an organizer and volunteer at “Meet the Candidates Night,” a teacher at the Ohio Energy Project at SSU, and a volunteer at vacation Bible school.
          These scholarship funds are administered through the SSU Development Foundation. Individuals or organizations interested in establishing a scholarship can contact the SSU Development Foundation at (740) 351-3284.

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
September 8, 2006

Contact:
Jeff Perez, Office of Communications and Legislative Affairs
Office: (740) 351-3810; FAX: (740) 351-3179; Cell: (740) 352-5566
E-mail: jperez@shawnee.edu

(Article by Monica Bradbury, Communications Specialist)

                               ROGER AND MARY NELL PADRON SCHOLARSHIPS AWARDED
         The Shawnee State University (SSU) Scholarship Committee has awarded Staci Arthur of Wheelersburg, Cynthianna Johnson of Piketon, Samantha Kern and Kasey Parks of Chilllicothe, the 2006-2007 Roger and Mary Nell Padron scholarships of $500 each.
          The scholarship was established in 1984 to reward academic excellence and to further the growth of SSU. Roger Padron, now retired, was an area businessman and the couple are avid SSU supporters.
          The scholarship assists a Scioto, Ross, or Pike County high school senior who exhibits high academic achievement and plans to attend SSU full-time.
          Arthur, daughter of Karen Zimmer and Scott Arthur and a 2006 graduate of Wheelersburg High School, plans to major in nursing this fall. Arthur served as a class officer and a peer tutor, and participated in basketball, volleyball, Key Club, and her church youth group.
          Johnson, daughter of Randy and Beth Johnson and a 2006 graduate of Piketon High School, plans to major in radiology. She won the All-Scioto Valley Conference (SVC) cheerleading squad award and was chosen as the Elm Grove Days queen in 2005, and the Elm Groves Days attendant in 2004. She was inducted into the National Honor Society and earned varsity letters in cheerleading and track. Johnson participated in the post-secondary options program, media management, and prom committee. She was a 4-H member for 10 years and a 4-H camp counselor. She served on the Pike County Junior Fair Board, and as the Pike County rabbit and chicken barn supervisor, and as 4-H club president. Johnson is a church youth group member, a Sunday school teacher, and a church choir member. She also helps with annual clothing and food drives in her community.
          Kern, daughter of Edward and Vonda Kern and 2006 graduate of Zane Trace High School in Chillicothe, won academic excellence awards for three years, served on prom committee, and participated in National Honor Society, Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA), band, and Family, Career and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA). Kern participated in 4-H for seven years and is a member of Crouse Chapel United Methodist youth group in Chillicothe.
          Parks, daughter of Jerrel and Shelby Parks and a 2006 graduate of Southeastern High School in Chillicothe, participated in varsity track and bowling, and was inducted into the National Honor Society.
          The SSU Development Foundation administers the funds for these scholarships. Individuals or organizations interested in establishing a scholarship should contact the SSU Development Foundation at (740) 351-3284.

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
September 8, 2006

Contact:
Jeff Perez, Office of Communications and Legislative Affairs
Office: (740) 351-3810; FAX: (740) 351-3179; Cell: (740) 352-5566
E-mail: jperez@shawnee.edu

(Article by Monica Bradbury, Communications Specialist)

                  IRA AND FLORA DIDDLE MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP SCHOLARSHIP AWARDED
          The Shawnee State University (SSU) Scholarship Committee has awarded Jennifer Scott of Lucasville, Ohio, the 2006-2007 Ira and Flora Diddle Memorial scholarship for the Professions Scholarship of $450.
          The Ira and Flora Diddle Memorial scholarship was established by Clara Diddle Craver and Patricia Diddle Kegley to assist students with the interest and ability to succeed in the natural or physical sciences, medical profession, or teaching. The scholarship recognizes the sacrifices of Ira and Flora Diddle made to provide opportunities for their own children.
          The scholarship is awarded to a resident of Scioto or Pike County with a minimum 3.25 high school or 2.9 college GPA who majors in natural or physical science, pre-medicine, or education.
          Scott, the daughter of Paula Bramblette, is a 2003 graduate of Valley High School. She will be returning to Shawnee State and majoring in early childhood education. At Valley, Scott has won the swimming award for four years in a row. She has participated in cross country, Bible club, drama club, Family, Career and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA), chorus, and Madrigals. She is a member of Community of Christ Church in Lucasville where she is a Bible school teacher and a Sunday school teacher, and a member of the church choir.
          The SSU Development Foundation administers the funds for this scholarship. Individuals or organizations interested in establishing a scholarship can contact the SSU Development Foundation at (740) 351-3284.

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
September 8, 2006

Contact:
Jeff Perez, Office of Communications and Legislative Affairs
Office: (740) 351-3810; FAX: (740) 351-3179; Cell: (740) 352-5566
E-mail: jperez@shawnee.edu

(Article by Monica Bradbury, Communications Specialist)

                                            GLENWOOD SCHOLARSHIPS AWARDED
          The Shawnee State University (SSU) Scholarship Committee has awarded Erica Adkins, Shane Adkins, Brittany Bloomfield, Rocky Dunkin, Megan Lancaster, Adam Phillips, Stephanie and Stephen Rose, Sara Tolbert, and Heather Waugh of New Boston, and Antony Musick, Eddy Swords and Sabrina Taylor of Portsmouth, the 2006-2007 Glenwood scholarships of $3,000 each.
          The Glenwood Scholarship was established by an anonymous donor who wishes to encourage all the students in New Boston, Ohio, to continue their education in order to reach their full potential. The scholarship assists a Glenwood High School graduate with college expenses.
          Erica Adkins, daughter of Jeri Adkins and a 2003 graduate of Glenwood High School, will return to Shawnee majoring in social sciences. She has made the dean’s list (2005) and has been awarded the Tiger Pride award (2002). In high school, Adkins played basketball, tennis, and volleyball. She was also the yearbook editor, and participated in drama club, Family, Career and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA), National Honor Society, foreign language club, and Upward Bound. At SSU, Adkins participates in Student Support Services.
          Shane Adkins, son of Raymond and Sherry Adkins and a 2006 graduate of Glenwood High School, plans to study business administration. Adkins was a four-year member of the Scioto County Honors Choir, a county winner in Americanism and government testing, president of the Glenwood High School choir, a first-place winner in male vocals at Sudden Impact Talent Camp, a four-year choir award winner, and a two-year band award winner. He served as business manager of the yearbook staff, an office aide for two years, a volunteer at the after-school mall, a four-year choir member, a band member and a basketball player. Adkins attends Church of the Nazarene youth group for which he was a youth group counselor and captain of Nazarene’s church Bible quiz team. He also participates with Son of Mason, American Legion, and various political campaigns.
          Brittany Bloomfield, daughter of Melinda Bloomfield and a 2006 graduate of Glenwood High School, will major in nursing. Bloomfield has won a number of awards, including the Archie Griffin sportsmanship award, junior homecoming attendant, and awards for all four years of high school. She participated in volleyball, basketball, softball, tennis, student council, honors choir, chorus, web design, and future nurses’ club. She volunteered at Southern Ohio Medical Center (SOMC), blood drives, and at a Thanksgiving dinner to feed the homeless.
          Rocky Dunkin, son of Rocky Dunkin and Alice Tremblay and a 2006 graduate of Glenwood High School, has won the Archie Griffin Sportsmanship Award, first team All-District and first team S.O.C. in soccer, first team S.O.C. and second team All-District in baseball, and first team S.O.C. in basketball. In high school, Dunkin also participated in chorus, nurses’ club, Jobs for Ohio’s Graduates (JOG), and crop walk. He also volunteered at Stanton Elementary School in New Boston.
          Megan Lancaster, daughter of Marcella and Charlie Lancaster and a 2006 graduate of Glenwood High School, participated in cheerleading, basketball, softball, volleyball, and 4-H.
          Adams Phillips, son of Kimberly and Robert Phillips and a 2006 graduate of Glenwood High School, has received many awards, including an embroidered laboratory jacket in recognition of excellence in anatomy class, two outstanding English student awards and most outstanding student during the Upward Bound summer program. Phillips participated in golf, bowling, tennis, quiz bowl, drama club, Jobs for Ohio’s Graduates (JOGS), Youth Exchange and Study Program (YES), chorus, advanced placement English, and worked in the SSU Student Success Center as an Upward Bound work-study.
          Stephanie Rose, daughter of Teresa and Charles Rose and a 2006 graduate of Glenwood High School has published poetry and has been nominated to be a member of the National Society of Poets. She served as co-captain of the varsity cheerleading squad, nominated by United Cheerleading Association (UCA) to cheer in the Orange Bowl, a freshman and sophomore homecoming attendant, president of the National Honor Society, and vice-president of student council. Rose participated in chorus, web design, yearbook staff, cheerleading, basketball, and softball. She raised money for the tsunami relief funds, Hurricane Katrina relief funds, and Cabell Huntington Hospital. Rose also participated in Red Cross blood drives. She plans to study psychology.
          Stephen Rose, son of Teresa and Charles Rose and a 2006 graduate of Glenwood High School, participated in soccer, baseball, basketball, student council, and chorus in high school. He will major in nursing this fall at SSU.
          Sara Tolbert, daughter of Judy Tolbert and a 2006 graduate of Glenwood High School, plans to major in dental hygiene this fall.
          Heather Waugh, daughter of Mary and Michael Waugh and a 2005 graduate of Glenwood High School, will return to SSU this fall, where she runs on the cross-country team and majors in education. In high school, Waugh received many honors and awards, including the Branch Rickey award, and the Earl Thomas Conley award. Waugh was included in Who’s Who of American High School Students, and was chosen for a scholarship test for algebra II. She won first team All-SOC in cross country, second team All-SOC in track, regional track participant, and SOC all-academic award. In high school, Waugh earned the highest grade in the Americanism and Government Test Program, participated in the National Honor Society, student council, quiz bowl, prom committee, Portsmouth Area Chamber of Commerce, Educational Talent Search (ETS), and chorus. She ran in track and cross-country, and played basketball. Waugh volunteered as a youth basketball coach, at New Boston local school district summer school, the New Boston local school district after-school mall, and Red Cross blood drives. She has also helped with clothing drives and food pantries.
           Antony Musick, son of Darrell and Ruthi Musick and a 2006 graduate of Glenwood High School, participated in soccer, basketball, baseball, chorus, and nurses’ club. Musick attends Seventh Street Christian Baptist Church where he participates in youth group and church choir. Musick plans to major in nursing this fall.
          Eddy Swords, son of Gerald and Charlotte Swords and a 2003 graduate of Glenwood High School, will return to SSU this fall to complete his bachelor of science degree in Sports Studies with a concentration in fitness development.
          Sabrina Taylor daughter of Drenda Taylor and a 2006 graduate of Glenwood High School, received the Scioto Voice Player of the Week, Spanish “A-average” award, and all-academic Southern Ohio Conference (SOC). Taylor participated in tennis, basketball, volleyball, National Honor Society, chorus, all-county honors choir, senior mentorship and prom committee. She participated in Jobs for Ohio’s Graduates (JOGS), and Youth Exchange and Study program (YES). While involved in community action, Taylor spent a summer working at the New Boston Police Department, filing papers, washing cars, and performing other tasks.
          The SSU Development Foundation administers these funds for these scholarships. Individuals or organizations interested in establishing a scholarship can contact the SSU Development Foundation at (740) 351-3284.

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
September 8, 2006

Contact:
Jeff Perez, Office of Communications and Legislative Affairs
Office: (740) 351-3810; FAX: (740) 351-3179; Cell: (740) 352-5566
E-mail: jperez@shawnee.edu

(Article by Monica Bradbury, Communications Specialist)

                        JEFFREY PAUL MORGAN MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP AWARDED
          The Shawnee State University (SSU) Scholarship Committee has awarded Chelsea Johnson of Lucasville the 2006-2007 Jeffrey Paul Morgan Memorial scholarship of $2,000.
          The scholarship was established by Morgan’s parents, Vernon and Delores Morgan, to honor his memory and to help students with the burden of college costs.
          The scholarship is awarded to an entering freshman majoring in business with a high school GPA of 3.0 or greater.
          The daughter of Sheri Elliott, Johnson is a 2006 graduate of Valley High School. She was the top of her class and on the A honor roll. Johnson participated in basketball, soccer, track, swimming, newspaper, and business club. She has been a 4-H member, planted flowers and trees at Glendale Community Center, and has painted the Valley Elementary basketball court with her art class.
          These funds are administered through the SSU Development Foundation. Individuals or organizations interested in establishing a scholarship can contact the SSU Development Foundation at (740) 351-3284.

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
September 8, 2006

Contact:
Jeff Perez, Office of Communications and Legislative Affairs
Office: (740) 351-3810; FAX: (740) 351-3179; Cell: (740) 352-5566
E-mail: jperez@shawnee.edu

(Article by Monica Bradbury, Communications Specialist)

                             EMILE LEROY JIVIDEN MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP AWARDED
          The Shawnee State University (SSU) Scholarship Committee has awarded Derrick Smith of Lucasville, Ohio the 2006-2007 Emile Leroy Jividen Memorial scholarship.
          The scholarship was established by Jim and Elaine Jividen to honor Jim’s father, Emile Leroy Jividen, who worked for several years at SSU teaching welding. The scholarship was created as a way to commemorate that relationship.

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