Shawnee State University was recognized as a sponsor of the Elder Abuse Conference and two of SSU’s health sciences professors, Christine Raber, associate professor of occupational therapy, and Maggie Selby, senior instructor of nursing, received awards from the Area Agency on Aging District 7.
            Raber received the Community Service Award for Senior Home Inspection Program, and both Raber and Selby received the Partnership of the Year Award for their work in educating students on elder abuse and elder care issues.
            In the photo, left, is Raber holding both of her award; right, Selby with her awards.

            Shawnee State University’s Clark Memorial Library gets involved in the promotion of literature through the Big Read program.
            Big Read is sponsored by the National Endowment for the Arts, which announced 208 libraries, municipalities, arts, culture and science organizations will receive grants totaling $2,810,500 to host the Big Read program, to promote American and world literature in the community.
            The selected organizations will receive grants ranging from $2500 to $20,000 and will receive high-quality, free-of-charge educational materials.
            The Big Read program at SSU will start February 10, 2009 in the lobby of the Vern Riffe Center for the Arts and will be discussing Harper Lee’s “To Kill a Mockingbird.”
            Charles Shield, author of “Mockingbird: a Portrait of Harper Lee,” will be coming as a guest speaker on March 12 and 13 as part of the program. A production of the Lee’s novel will also be showing on April 7, 2009.
            “I think this is a wonderful program because I hear adults not reading too often and this gives the community an opportunity to promote the importance of literature,” said Connie Salyers Stoner, director of the Clark Memorial Library.
            For more information, contact Stoner at (740) 351-3462 or e-mail at csalyers@shawnee.edu.

            Shawnee State University hired Nancy Davenport as the new director of the Dr. Miller & Genevieve Toombs Children’s Learning Center.
           “My goal is to be able to live up to the previous director’s standards she has established and build on this wonderful position I’ve just landed,” Davenport said.
            Davenport obtained her bachelor’s and master’s degree in early childhood education from Kent State University.
            Along with her experience in early childhood education, Davenport adds counseling experience to the CLC. She had opened her own private counseling practice in Chicago before leaving to come to SSU.
           One of Davenport’s primary goals as the new director is to start expanding programs to include younger children starting in the fall of 2008 with children as young as 30 months old.
            Davenport was born and raised in Springfield, Illinois, and moved to Canton, Ohio where she raised her family.
            “A big benefit from accepting this job at SSU is that I am now closer to my children and grandchildren again” Davenport said.

            More than 200 students participated in the Shawnee University Mathematics Society mathematics competition at Shawnee State University on Tuesday, May 13. Fourteen schools were represented with ninth- to 12th-grade students from Clay, Eastern (Pike), Fairland, Ironton, Jackson, Manchester, Minford, North Adams, South Point, Peebles, Portsmouth, Waverly, Wheelersburg and Greenup County, Ky.
            The individual winners were Alex Hunt, 11th- to12th-grade student category, from Waverly High School, and Andrew Chabot, ninth- to 10th-grade student category, from Portsmouth High School.
            Team winners were first place, Waverly Team No. 3, Myles Deacon, Alex Hart, Derek Roback and Davis Remy; second place, Portsmouth Team No. 2, John Cabot, James Shugert, Colton Wood and River Begley; third place, Portsmouth Team No. 3, Mitch Gower, Evan Sommer, Andrew Chabot and Casey Sanders; and fourth place, Peebles Team No 1, Hannah Scott, Lizzie Young, Corey Fisher and Brandon Tackett.

            A group of delegates traveled to Rwanda, Africa, from June 13 to 25 to exchange teaching crafts with African teachers through the People to People Citizen Ambassador Program and Shawnee State University’s Shannon Lawson, assistant professor of English and Humanities, attended the program. In the photo, the delegation group made up of English teachers from across the country are in Rwanda, Africa, with their tour guides.


(Article by Astra NG, communications specialist)
 

            Shawnee State University’s Shannon Lawson, assistant professor of English and Humanities, has returned from her 12-day People to People Citizen Ambassador Program trip in Rwanda, Africa.
            “I had an amazing time and I would recommend any faculty member or student to go on this trip because you learn so much and get a chance to see what Rwanda and Africa is actually like,” Lawson said.
            The delegates traveled all around Rwanda meeting the teachers and sharing their crafts of teaching with each other. They visited nurseries, primary and secondary schools, universities and orphanages.
            “The way we exchanged our teaching strategies was we would ask each other questions over a meal and just discuss the different pieces of literature and techniques we use in our classrooms,” Lawson said. “Although it was an informal setting, the African teachers were able to learn of our techniques and we learned of popular African literature.”
            The group also had the chance to see how Rwanda is rebuilding after the genocide. They visited millennium villages which are designed by the government to build new schools, industries and co-operations to help people make a living after the damages from the genocide. New Dawn Associates organized the group’s local visits.
            “We had a chance to go to an orphanage, Les Enfants de Dieu that houses 130 homeless boys. This man, Rafiki Callixte, supports and funds all of these boys on his own and teaches them to be independent, self-sufficient and obtain jobs when they leave the orphanage,” Lawson said. “He takes donations and the Web site,                   www.enfantsdedieu.org, tells more of what the orphanage is about.”
            Lawson hopes to be able to take a group of students to Africa to teach and let them experience African culture first-hand.

            In the photo, Dorita Hodges, FMP, Management Training Coordinator and ServSafe Instructor for LaRosa's Center for Learning in Cincinnati instructed the Food safety certification classes in June at Shawnee State University. ServSafe provides the restaurant and food service industry with an up-to-date, comprehensive food safety training and certification program and it is recognized both in Ohio and Kentucky Departments of Health. The training program is offered quarterly at SSU.

(Article by Phyllis Noah, communications coordinator)

 

            For the past three years, Shawnee State University has provided state-approved food safety training awarding more than 150 ServSafe Food Protection Certifications. ServSafe is a nationally recognized and accredited program.
            The ServSafe Food Safety Manager Certification Program was developed by the National Restaurant Association and leads the way in providing foodservice industry with an up-to-date comprehensive food safety training and certification program.
            “The two-day comprehensive ServSafe training at Shawnee State educates attendees on the elements of safe food handling and how to design a safety program that will protect customers from potential food-borne illness.” said Brenda Covert, manager of Business and Industry Training, “This training not only teaches attendees the ‘how and why’ of safe food handling, but also teaches them specifics on micro-organisms and their relationship to food-borne illness. In addition, they learn sanitation management and pest control.”
            The State Of Ohio requires that every food service establishment have a person certified in food safety or be able to demonstrate knowledge of food-borne illness and how to prevent its occurrence.
            ServSafe provides the restaurant and food service industry with an up-to-date, comprehensive food safety training and certification program and it is recognized both in Ohio and Kentucky Departments of Health.
            According to the Center for Disease Control, an estimated 76 million cases of food-borne illness occur each year in the United States as a result of the mishandling of food by workers. In addition more than 500,000 people are hospitalized each year and at least 5,000 people die as a result of food-borne illness.
            The CDC reports that 90 percent of reported cases of food-borne illness are related to poor food-handling practices involving improper holding temperatures and poor personal hygiene.
            The Business and Industry Training Department at Shawnee State University offers the ServSafe Certification course on a quarterly basis.
            For more information on SSU’s food safety certification program, call Covert at (740) 351-3171, toll free at (866) 672-8778 or e-mail bcovert@shawnee.edu.

            Shawnee State University is offering three complete courses that are required to receive a real estate sales associate license in the state of Ohio beginning Aug. 26.
            “After taking the three courses and following the state guidelines to obtain a real estate license, students can take the state licensing exam,” said Brenda Covert, manager of Business and Industry Training.
            The first class is “Real Estate Principles and Practice scheduled from 5:30 to 9:50 p.m. from Aug. 26 to Sept. 25 on Tuesdays and Thursdays each week. The class is an introduction to real estate economics and administration and includes the elementary physical, legal, location and economic characteristics of real estate, real estate markets and economic influences on real estate values.
            The second class, “Real Estate Law,” will be from Sept. 29 to Oct. 29 on Mondays and Wednesdays. This class includes the law of agency as applied to real estate brokers and salesmen, law of fixtures, estates, conveying of real estate, real estate management, license laws of Ohio, zoning, cooperatives and condominiums.
            The third class, “Real Estate Finance and Appraisal,” will be from Sept. 30 to Oct. 30 on Tuesdays and Thursdays. The class includes the fundamentals of real estate appraisal, analysis of real estate financing, including lending policies and problems in financing transactions in residential, apartment, commercial and special purpose properties.
            The non-credit fee for each course is $399. If registering for all three courses, the fee is $999. Fees must be paid by Aug. 15 and a late fee of $50 applies if paid after Aug. 15.
            For more information, contact Covert at (740) 351-3304, toll free at (866) 672-8778 or e-mail bcovert@shawnee.edu.

            The Shawnee State University Scholarship Committee has awarded Thomas Payne the 2008-2009 Appleton Family Scholarship of $4,000.
            Applicants must be a sophomore, junior or senior pursuing an associate or baccalaureate degree with GPA of at least 2.5 and preference is given to a GPA of 3.0 or better. Applicants must submit two letters of recommendation from a member of the SSU faculty and complete the FAFSA.
            Payne, son of Tony and Sandra Payne, is a 2006 graduate of North Adams High School and a returning SSU student. In high school, he was a member of the National Honor Society, academic team, Beta Club and track and cross country teams. Payne is a psychology major and hopes to go on to graduate school to obtain his master’s degree in the same field to become a counselor.
            The funds of this scholarship are administered by the SSU Development Foundation. Individuals or organizations interested in establishing a scholarship can contact the SSU Development Foundation at (740) 351-3284.

            The Shawnee State University Scholarship Committee has awarded Gideon Bankhead the 2008-2009 Arthur D. Lynn Family Scholarship of $1,300.
            Applicants of this scholarship must be a member of the SSU Honors program, a graduate of Portsmouth High School and be pursuing a degree in business administration or economics.
            Bankhead, son of Steve and Carol Bankhead, is a 2006 graduate of A Beka Academy and a returning SSU student. He was a member of the Conservative Club and graduated with honors in high school. Bankhead has placed on the SSU Dean’s List four times and is a member of the SSU Honors program. He is an accounting major and hopes to open his own accounting firm after graduating from SSU.
            The funds of this scholarship are administered by the SSU Development Foundation. Individuals or organizations interested in establishing a scholarship can contact the SSU Development Foundation at (740) 351-3284.

            The Shawnee State University Scholarship Committee has announced Sarah Sexton as the 2008-2009 recipient of the Boneyfiddle Events Scholarship of $2,000.
            Applicants of the scholarship must be a resident of Scioto, Adams or Pike counties, Ohio, or Greenup or Lewis counties, Ky., have a 3.0 GPA and involved in community activities. Applicants must also complete the FAFSA application.
            Sexton, daughter of Roger and Rebecca Sexton, is a 2008 graduate of Peebles High School. She was a member of the student council, Beta, Pep Club, choir and basketball, volleyball, cross country and softball teams. Sexton is an undecided major but plans to obtain a bachelor’s degree from SSU.
            The funds of this scholarship are administered by the SSU Development Foundation. Individuals or organizations interested in establishing a scholarship can contact the SSU Development Foundation at (740) 351-3284.

            The Shawnee State University Scholarship Committee has awarded Cayla Warnock the 2008-2009 Community Common Scholarship of $750.
            Applicants of the scholarship must be a high school senior residing within the zip codes covered by the Community Common’s area of circulation and exhibit an interest in journalism or communication.
            Warnock, daughter of Bill and Debbie Warnock, is a 2008 graduate of Clay High School. She was involved with the yearbook staff, science fairs, Bible Club, Prom Committee, volleyball, basketball and softball teams and Red, White and Youth Council. Warnock is an early childhood education major and hopes to obtain a teaching job after graduating from SSU.
            The funds of this scholarship are administered by the SSU Development Foundation. Individuals or organizations interested in establishing a scholarship can contact the SSU Development Foundation at (740) 351-3284.

            The Shawnee State University Scholarship Committee has announced Jessie Reinhardt as the 2008-09 recipient of the Arthur and Anne Hossman Scholarship of $500.
            Applicants must be a graduate of a Scioto County high school entering the sophomore, junior or senior year with a minimum of 3.0 GPA, demonstrate financial need and complete the FAFSA.
            Reinhardt, daughter of Michael and Peggie Reinhardt, is a 2007 graduate of Valley High School and a returning SSU student. She is a member of the Pre-med Club and Phi Eta Sigma National Honor Society at SSU. Reinhardt is a pre-medicine major and wants to go on to medical school after obtaining her bachelor’s degree from SSU.
            The funds of this scholarship are administered by the SSU Development Foundation. Individuals or organizations interested in establishing a scholarship can contact the SSU Development Foundation at (740) 351-3284.

            The Shawnee State University Scholarship Committee has announced Latesha Collins as the 2008-09 Big Sandy Superstore VanHoose Stewart Foundation Scholarship recipient of $2,000.
            Applicants must be a current employee or a spouse and/or dependent of a current employee who has completed one year or 1,000 hours of employment at Big Sandy Furniture or one of its affiliates.
            Collins, daughter of Angel Farmer and John Collins, is a 2008 graduate of Russell Independent High School. She was involved in Drama Club and youth group while working at Fashion Bug in high school. Collins is a nursing major and wants to work in the emergency care section at SOMC after graduating from SSU.
            The funds of this scholarship are administered by the SSU Development Foundation. Individuals or organizations interested in establishing a scholarship can contact the SSU Development Foundation at (740) 351-3284.

            The Shawnee State University Scholarship Committee announces Regina Archey as the 2008-09 Brenta Childers Memorial Scholarship recipient of $295.
            Applicants of the scholarship must be a single parent with a minimum 3.0 GPA and demonstrate financial need.
            Archey is a 1986 graduate of Portsmouth High School and a returning SSU student. She previously attended Huntington Beauty College where she obtained a cosmetology manager’s license. Archey is an art education major and wants to teach at youth and college levels.
            The funds of this scholarship are administered by the SSU Development Foundation. Individuals or organizations interested in establishing a scholarship can contact the SSU Development Foundation at (740) 351-3284.

            The Shawnee State University Scholarship Committee has announced Karen Cooper as the 2008-09 Educational Talent Search Scholarship recipient of $3,000.
            Applicants of the scholarship must be from a high school in Pike, Lawrence or Scioto County Educational Talent Search program with a minimum 3.0 GPA and an ACT composite of 18. Extracurricular activities and community involvement are taken into consideration. Applicants must complete the FAFSA.
            Cooper, daughter of Jeff and Cheryl Cooper, is a 2008 graduate of South Webster High School. She was a member of the National Honor Society and Spanish club in high school. Cooper is an undecided major but hopes to decide on the right career path while attending SSU.
            The funds of this scholarship are administered by the SSU Development Foundation. Individuals or organizations interested in establishing a scholarship can contact the SSU Development Foundation at (740) 351-3284.

            The Shawnee State University Scholarship Committee has announced Kimberly Crawford as the 2008-09 recipient of the Faculty Funded Scholarship of $750.
            Applicants must be a current SSU student who has finished 24 credit hours with a minimum 3.5 GPA and be a first-time recipient.
            Crawford, daughter of Glenna and the late Larry Crawford, is a 1989 graduate of Bellevue High School and a returning SSU student. She was involved in the Vagina Monologues production and she has been published in “Tapestries.” Crawford also is a member of the Phi Eta Sigma National Honor Society and Honors program at SSU. Crawford is a social science major with concentrations in history and social work. She plans to obtain her master’s degree in social work after graduating from SSU.
            The funds of this scholarship are administered by the SSU Development Foundation. Individuals or organizations interested in establishing a scholarship can contact the SSU Development Foundation at (740) 351-3284.
 

The Shawnee State University Scholarship Committee has announced nine recipients for the 2008-09 Glenwood Scholarship of $3,000 each.

            Applicants of the scholarship must be a graduate of Glenwood High School and complete the FAFSA. Awards are based on financial need. Students awarded the scholarships are:

            Kenneth Livingston, son of Tim and Susan Livingston, is a 2008 graduate of Glenwood High School. He was a member of the National Honor Society, soccer and basketball teams. Livingston plans to obtain a chemistry degree from SSU and go on to pharmacy school.

            Michael Mohr, son of Mark and Lillie Mohr, is a 2007 graduate of Glenwood High School and a returning SSU student. He was a member of the soccer, baseball and basketball teams, National Honor Society, Quiz Bowl, Student Council and band in high school. At SSU, Mohr is a member of the soccer team. He is a social science major and plans to teach history and be a youth minister after graduating from SSU.

             Amber Rosier, daughter of Michael and Rose Ann Rosier, is a 2008 graduate of Glenwood High School. She was a member of the National Honor Society, yearbook staff, Upward Bound, Spanish Club, Drama Club, volleyball and tennis teams. Rosier is a psychology major and plans to become a child counselor after graduating from SSU.

            Jessamyn Sudhakaran, daughter of Karen Sudhakaran, is a 2001 graduate of Glenwood High School and a returning SSU student. She is a member of the Phi Eta Sigma National Honor Society, SSU Honors program, Women’s Center Advisory Committee and has presented two papers in the 2007 Celebration of Scholarship. Sudhakaran is an English major with a concentration in culture and media studies and plans to obtain a graduate degree in library science and become a librarian after graduating from SSU.

            Kristina Thiesse, daughter of Jonnie and Joe Thoroughman and Mike Thiesse, is a 2005 graduate of Glenwood High School. In high school, she was involved in the National Honor Society, Student Council and Business Professionals of America. Thiesse is an undecided major but plans to apply to the nursing program at SSU.

            Jessica Veach, daughter of Tina and Tony Veach, is a 2007 graduate of Glenwood High School and a returning SSU student. She was a member of the National Honor Society and the volleyball team in high school. Veach is an early childhood education major and wants to teach after graduating from SSU.

            Kendra Wiley, daughter of Kenneth Wiley and Pam Caldwell, is a 2007 graduate of Glenwood High School and a returning SSU student. She was a member of the volleyball, softball and basketball teams, Student Council, Red, White and Youth Council, yearbook, choir and National Honor Society. Wiley is in early childhood education and wants to further her education and obtain a master’s degree after graduating from SSU.

            Katie Williams, daughter of Catherine Miller and John Williams, is a 2008 graduate of Glenwood High School. She was a member of the volleyball, basketball, cheerleading and softball teams, National Honor Society, band, Student Council, Quiz Bowl, Prom Committee, yearbook and library staff. Williams is an undecided major but plans to graduate with a bachelor’s degree from SSU.

            Kellie Zoellner is a 2005 graduate of Glenwood High School and a returning SSU student. She was a member of the Business Professionals of America, Student Council, yearbook staff and Prom Committee in high school. Currently, Zoellner is trying to get accepted into the respiratory therapy program and wants to become a sister of the Omega Pi Mu sorority. She plans to work in the medical field after obtaining her degree from SSU.

            The funds of this scholarship are administered through the SSU Development Foundation. Individuals and organizations interested in establishing a scholarship can contact the SSU Development Foundation at (740) 351-3284.
 
 

            The Shawnee State University Scholarship Committee has announced 10 recipients for the 2008-09 Glockner Community Service Scholarships of $500 each.
            Applicants of the scholarship must be a graduating senior of Portsmouth West, Northwest, Valley, Minford, South Webster, Wheelersburg, Green, Clay, New Boston, East, Notre Dame or Portsmouth high schools in Ohio or Greenup or Lewis County high schools in Kentucky, with a minimum GPA of 2.0 and demonstrate involvement in community service.
            The recipients of the 2008-09 Glockner Community Service Scholarships are:
            Brad Altman, son of Robert B. Altman, is a 2008 graduate of Wheelersburg High School where he was involved in cross country, track, Mock Trial, Key Club and intramural basketball. He volunteered through Upward Bound and his church. Altman is a physical therapy major and wants to obtain a job in relation to sports after graduating from SSU.
            Kayla Besco, daughter of Patty and Curtis Besco, is a 2008 graduate of South Webster High School. She was a member of the National Honor Society, Spanish Club, Key Club, Bible Club and Student Council and she participated in Mock Trial, Education Talent Search and Prom Committee. Besco volunteered for homeless shelters, Sierra’s Haven and CRADLE. She is a nursing major and wants to work at a hospital after graduating from SSU.
            Ashley Clark, daughter of William and Cathy Clark, is a 2008 graduate of Lewis County High School. She was involved in community service for Beta Club to care for the elderly, work concession stands and parent teacher night. Clark is an early childhood education major and wants to graduate from SSU with her bachelor’s degree in that field.
            Casey Hale, daughter of Kim and Dennis Lawhorn, is a 2008 graduate of Minford High School. She was a member of the track and softball teams, Bible Club, choir, Prom Committee and she was a teacher’s aide. Hale volunteers at track meets, kindergarten classes and Salvation Army. She is an undecided major at SSU.
            Justin Malone, son of Dan and Beth Malone, is a 2008 graduate of Northwest High School where he was involved in football, basketball and Honors Club. Malone performs community service at summer Bible School, fundraisers for Bulgarian and Mexican orphans, Operation Christmas Child and Pennies for Patients. He is an undecided major but wants to obtain a job in the medical field.
            Crystal Monroe, daughter of Ron and Joyce Scott, is a 2008 graduate of Portsmouth West High School. She was a member of the Honors Club and cheerleading team. Monroe volunteered at Southern Ohio Medical Center, Heartland, Sierra’s Haven and the Shawnee Animal Clinic. She is a nursing major and wants to become an RN in the pediatric field after graduating from SSU.
            Casey Stapleton, daughter of Carlos Stapleton and Michelle Riggs, is a 2008 graduate of Clay High School. She is a nursing major and plans to become a nurse anesthetist after obtaining her bachelor’s degree in nursing from SSU.
            Brittany Stone, daughter of Betty and Ralph Stone, is a 2007 graduate of Portsmouth High School where she was involved in French Club, Pep Club and Pep Band. She volunteers at Hempstead Manor and homeless shelters. Stone is a nursing major and wants to go on to physician assistant school after obtaining her degree from SSU.
            Courtney Thornsberry, daughter of James and Michaelann Thornsberry, is a 2008 graduate of Green High School. She was a member of the National Honor Society, Spanish Club, Quiz Bowl, dance teams and she was a cheerleader. She also played volleyball and softball. Thornsberry volunteered at the 2007 River Sweep, nursing homes and orphanages in Austria. She is a biology major and plans to go to medical school and specialize in dermatology after graduating from SSU.
            Gregory Williams, son of Dale and Rachel Williams, is a 2008 graduate of Valley High School. He was a member of 4-H. Williams is a nursing major and plans to obtain a nurse practioner license after graduating from SSU.
            The funds of this scholarship are administered by the SSU Development Foundation. Individuals or organizations interested in establishing a scholarship can contact the SSU Development Foundation at (740) 351-3284.
 
 
 

            The Shawnee State University Scholarship Committee has announced Sarah Ray as the 2008-09 James Thomas Hixon Scholarship recipient of $1,500.
            Applicants must be a graduate of Huntington High School, Chillicothe, Ohio pursuing a business degree, with GPA of 2.5, be involved in extracurricular activities.
           Ray, daughter of Steve and Becky Ray, is a 2008 graduate of Huntington High School. She was a member of Student Council, Spanish Club, 4-H, Math Club, Art Club and Prom Committee. Ray is a radiology major.
           The funds of this scholarship are administered by the SSU Development Foundation. Individuals or organizations interested in establishing a scholarship can contact the SSU Development Foundation at (740) 351-3284.

            The Shawnee State University Scholarship Committee awarded Crystal Carver the 2008-09 Joseph McKinley Scholarship of $600.
            Applicants must be a graduate of Valley or Northwest High School and be pursuing a degree in teacher education.
            Carver, daughter of Donna Carver, is a 2008 graduate of Valley High School. She was a member of the National Honor Society, choir, yearbook staff and marching, pep and concert bands. Carver is an early childhood education major and wants to obtain a degree in music therapy after graduating from SSU.
            The funds of this scholarship are administered by the SSU Development Foundation. Individuals or organizations interested in establishing a scholarship can contact the SSU Development Foundation at (740) 351-3284.

            The Shawnee State University Scholarship Committee has announced Debra Stevenson as the 2008-09 Larry and Penny Gates Scholarship recipient of $1,100.
            Applicants must be a junior or senior who is seeking a “helping profession” degree, have a minimum of 3.0 GPA, be of good character, exhibit financial need, be a first-time recipient and complete the FAFSA.
            Stevenson, wife of Warren Stevenson, is a 1970 graduate of Lewis County High School and a returning SSU student. She is pursuing a bachelor’s degree in sociology and wants to teach at a college level after graduating from SSU.
            The funds of this scholarship are administered by the SSU Development Foundation. Individuals or organizations interested in establishing a scholarship can contact the SSU Development Foundation at (740) 351-3284.

             The Shawnee State University Scholarship Committee has awarded John Slone the 2008-09 National City Bank Scholarship of $500.
            The recipient of the scholarship must be a full or part-time college student residing in Scioto County, have a minimum GPA of 3.0 and be majoring in finance or business.
             Slone, son of Greg and Emma Slone, is a 2007 graduate of Eastern High School and a returning SSU student. He participated in cross country, basketball, baseball, track, Quiz Bowl, Drama Club, Math Club, yearbook staff and Spanish Club in high school. Slone is a business management major. He plans to obtain both his business and teaching degree from SSU and become a teacher and take over the family farm.
             The funds of this scholarship are administered by the SSU Development Foundation. Individuals or organizations interested in establishing a scholarship can contact the SSU Development Foundation at (740) 351-3284.

            The Shawnee State University Scholarship Committee has announced Brianna McCauley as the 2008-09 recipient of the Jeffrey Paul Morgan Memorial Scholarship of $2,000.
            A recipient must be an incoming freshman with a minimum 3.0 GPA who exhibit financial need and pursuing a business degree.
            McCauley, daughter of Chuck and Sherry McCauley, is a 2008 graduate of Glen Oak High School. She was a member of the National Honor Society, track and cross country teams, Key Club and Business Professionals of America. McCauley is a business major and plans to obtain her bachelor’s degree from SSU.
            The funds of this scholarship are administered by the SSU Development Foundation. Individuals or organizations interested in establishing a scholarship can contact the SSU Development Foundation at (740) 351-3284.

            The Shawnee State University Scholarship Committee awarded Bethany Heidenreich the 2008-09 Nellie Niswonger Scholarship of $1,200.
            Applicants of this scholarship must be high school seniors or college students with a minimum GPA of 3.5.
Heidenreich, daughter of Scott and Mary Heidenreich, is a 2008 graduate of Sheridan High School. She was a dance captain, member of show choir and French Club. Heidenreich is a pre-medicine major and wants to go to either medical school or physician assistant school after graduating from SSU.
            The funds of this scholarship are administered by the SSU Development Foundation. Individuals or organizations interested in establishing a scholarship can contact the SSU Development Foundation at (740) 351-3284.

            The Shawnee State University Scholarship Committee has awarded Kyle Hickerson the 2008-09 Roy Rogers Scholarship of $1,500.
            A recipient must be a graduate of a Scioto County high school, a member of 4-H and complete the FAFSA.
            HIckerson, son of Beth Baker and Andi Hickerson, is a 2008 graduate of Valley High School. He was a member of the track and football teams in high school. Hickerson is pursuing a degree in physical therapy at SSU and wants to open his own practice.
            The funds of this scholarship are administered by the SSU Development Foundation. Individuals or organizations interested in establishing a scholarship can contact the SSU Development Foundation at (740) 351-3284.

            The Shawnee State University Scholarship Committee has announced Hayley Castle as the 2008-09 recipient of the William and Patricia Richards Health Career Scholarship of $1,500.
            Applicants of the scholarship must be students from Scioto County with at least a sophomore standing maintaining a minimum 3.0 GPA. Students must pursue an associate’s degree in either physical or respiratory therapy, a bachelor’s degree in nursing or a master’s degree in occupational therapy.
            Castle, daughter of Kevin and Lori Castle, is a 2007 graduate of Clay High School and a returning SSU student. In high school, she was a member of the National Honor Society, Student Council, dance team, show choir and the volleyball, cheerleading and tennis teams. Castle is pursuing an associate’s degree in nursing and plans to obtain her bachelor’s degree in the same field at SSU.
            The funds of this scholarship 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.

            Shawnee State University Scholarship Committee awarded Christine Simmering the 2008-09 Dr. Ben Webb Memorial Scholarship of $1,000.
            The recipient of this scholarship must be a college sophomore, junior or senior residing in Scioto or Pike counties, Ohio, or Greenup County, Kentucky, with a minimum GPA of 3.0 and recommended by a teacher education faculty member. Students must be accepted into the teacher education program and have completed the FAFSA.
            Simmering is a returning SSU student and a 1982 graduate of Jackson High School. She is majoring in education. Simmering wants to graduate from SSU with honors and obtain a job at a local school district.
            The funds of this scholarship are administered by the SSU Development Foundation. Individuals or organizations interested in establishing a scholarship can contact the SSU Development Foundation at (740) 351-3284.

            Shawnee State University Scholarship Committee awarded David Ferrell the 2008-09 Dr. J.R. Boynton Scholarship of $800.
            The recipient of this scholarship must be a college sophomore, junior or senior who is a resident of Scioto County, have a 3.25 GPA and enrolled in a four-year degree program.
            Ferrell, son of David and Sally Ferrell, is a 2006 graduate of Notre Dame High School and a returning SSU student. He was a member of the National Honor Society, Quiz Bowl, Mock Trial, Ohio Model United Nations and Student Council in high school. Ferrell is a member of the Phi Eta Sigma National Honor Society, tutor and note taker at SSU. He is a psychology major and wants to go on to law school to study medical malpractice law.
            The funds of the Dr. J.R. Boynton Scholarship are administered through the SSU Development Foundation. Individuals and organizations interested in establishing a scholarship can contact the SSU Development Foundation at (740) 351-3284.

            The Shawnee State University Scholarship Committee has announced Christina Miller as the 2008-09 Dr. Robert L. Wilson Writing Scholarship recipient of $550.
            The recipient of this scholarship must be a high school senior with a minimum overall GPA of 3.0 and a minimum GPA of 3.5 in a major study. Applicants must show clear evidence of writing poetry and submit an essay as to why they are a deserving recipient.
            Miller, daughter of William and Nancy Miller, is a 2008 graduate of Portsmouth High School and a returning SSU student. She is a member of the SSU Phi Eta Sigma National Honor Society and a psychology major. Miller wants to obtain her license for social work after graduating from SSU.
            The funds of this scholarship are administered by the SSU Development Foundation. Individuals or organizations interested in establishing a scholarship can contact the SSU Development Foundation at (740) 351-3284.

            Shawnee State University’s Rita Haider receives award from the Portsmouth Area Chamber of Commerce; Because of her volunteer work, Rita Haider, project coordinator for Shawnee State University’s Center for International Projects and Activities, received the new “Making a Difference” award from the Portsmouth Area Chamber of Commerce in June along with two other recipients. Haider is involved in several volunteer projects in the community and around the world. She works as co-president for Habitat for Humanity. She works on Crop Walk, an annual fund-raising event to fight hunger, collects medical supplies from doctors’ offices, individuals and hospitals to send to foreign countries in need and she has been involved in an outreach program encouraging people to recycle. Haider holds her “Making a Difference” award in the photo.

            When the Portsmouth Area Chamber of Commerce was choosing a “Chamber Member of the Year” recipient this year, they realized that there were many people in the community making a difference. They decided to present a new “Making a Difference” award to several people.
            Three women in the community were recognized at a chamber banquet in June receiving the “Making a Difference” award, Sue Burke, master gardener, Robin Hamm-LeValley, optometrist, and Shawnee State University’s Rita Haider, project coordinator for the Center for International Programs and Activities.
            “We felt the need to recognize them for their efforts,” said Lisa Carver, administrator for the Portsmouth Area Chamber of Commerce. “The awards were given to those who exemplify what it means to make a difference. Some, like Rita, not only have an impact in our community, but across the world.”
            Haider is involved in several volunteer projects in the community and around the world. She works as co-president for Habitat for Humanity.
            “There’s probably not a day that I don’t go home and do something with Habitat,” Haider said.
            She is heavily involved with Crop Walk, an annual fund-raising event to fight hunger. Haider collects medical supplies from doctors’ offices, individuals and hospitals to send to foreign countries in need. She also has been involved in an outreach program encouraging people to recycle.
            “Here in America, if you walk into a room with something and even if the package hasn’t been opened, you can’t use it on another person,” Haider said. “So, we get all the discarded new supplies we can.”
            The supplies are stored in rooms at the Masonic Temple that have been donated and every other year they ship all the supplies to countries that need them. Some supplies are sent with people on mission trips.
            “I have personally taken the supplies to Haiti three times, the Philippines and Pakistan, but we have sent them to countries around the world,” Haider said. “It’s massive. We need a lot of volunteers to help.”

            Shawnee State University students join team of professionals in new senior program in Ross County; Master of occupational therapy students at Shawnee State University work with the Senior Home Inspection Program in Ross County to help seniors with fall assessment inspections in the home. The program is free to seniors.
In the photo are several agencies involved in the SHIP program. Kneeling, from left, are Lt. Dale Gillette, Ross County Sheriff’s Office and Jan Hager, MOT student and graduate assistant at SSU. Standing, from left, are Dr. Christine Raber, associate professor in the Master of Occupational Therapy program at SSU, Assistant Fire Chief Steve Barnes, Ross County Fire Association, Officer Cam Morris, Chillicothe Police Department and Joy Polley, RN, case manager, Area Agency on Aging, District 7.

            Dr. Christine Raber, associate professor, Master of Occupational Therapy program in Health Sciences, is working with a team of professionals on a free home safety inspection program developed by the Ross County Sheriff’s Office to help senior citizens.
             The idea for the Senior Home Inspection Program was developed originally by Lt. Dale Gillette with the Ross County Sheriff’s Office and the program is a cooperative effort of Shawnee State University Occupational Therapy program, the Ross County Fire Association, Area Agency on Aging District 7 Inc., Ross County Department of Jobs and Family Services, the Chillicothe Police Department, Southern Care Inc., the Ross County Senior Citizen’s Center and the Ross County Sheriff’s Office.
            “The Area Agency on Aging contacted me to see if we could involve the occupational therapy students,” Raber said. “Then I started meeting with the committee to plan the SHIP program.”
             Students in the master of occupational therapy program have been working with SHIP twice a month since October 2007 and serviced more than 40 senior citizens. Jan Hager, MOT student and graduate assistant at SSU is involved in the program this summer.
            When the SHIP team goes to a home, each member has a comprehensive visit with the senior citizen to assess safety needs checking smoke detectors, flashlights, fire extinguishers and inspecting the home for risk factors.
            “We do an interview with the person and ask them to give us a tour of the home,” Raber said. “The occupational therapy students do a fall risk assessment by observing their home and environment and determine where there may be risks of falling. Our primary goal is for people to age at home safely and to prevent problems.”
            The year-round program is free and funded with grants from United Way and the Mead Massey Foundation. The state of Ohio has a fire safety program that provides smoke detectors.
            Equipment such as smoke detectors, carbon monoxide detectors, emergency beacon lights, bath mats, information about bathroom safety equipment, 911 phones, referrals for Project Lifesaver, a radio tracking device for seniors with memory loss, and many other resources are provided by the different agencies. But it isn’t just the seniors that benefit from the program.
            “This is a great benefit for the students,” Raber said. “It helps increase their confidence to communicate and it helps them develop what we call ‘thinking on your feet’ skills. They have to deal with each situation and each individual home.”
            Kay Inoshita, program director, Regional Long Term Care Ombudsman Program, Area Agency on Aging, District 7, who has also helped with the program, is communicating with different agencies to try to start a similar program in Scioto County.
            “We are planning to discuss the program at our next Scioto County Task Force Meeting in August,” Inoshita said. “I guess you could say we are in the planning stages and getting the players together.”

            Nathan Ward, from Pittsburg, Pa., is a new residence coordinator at Shawnee State University. He will be in charge of supervising, selecting, training and evaluating the resident advisor staff. He will be a 24-hour administrative contact person in case of emergencies.
            Ward obtained his bachelor’s degree in leadership and professional advancement, business administration and a dual master’s degree in elementary and early childhood education from Duquesne University.
            One of his main goals as a new coordinator is to help create a fun and safe living environment and experience for the residents and resident advisors by getting them to connect and interact more with each other.
            “I feel it’s important for the college to make incoming residents feel safe and welcomed while they are here so everyone enjoys their time at this university,” Ward said.

            Shawnee State University Scholarship Committee has announced Michael Williams as the 2008-09 Harold Micklethwaite Scholarship recipient of $950.
            The recipient of this scholarship must be a high school graduate or GED recipient with a minimum of 2.5 GPA. Students must be a business major and have completed the FAFSA.
            Williams, son of Michael Williams and Kimberly Young, is a 2008 graduate of Whiteoak High School in Highland County, Ohio. He participated in choir and basketball. Williams wants to obtain his bachelor’s degree in business management and open his own business after graduation.
            The funds of the Harold Micklethwaite Scholarship 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.

            Shawnee State University Scholarship Committee awarded Courtney Call the 2008-09 Michael Hairston Art Scholarship of $1,000.
            The recipient of this scholarship must be a graduating senior from Portsmouth High School and be pursuing a bachelor’s degree in visual arts. Students must fill out the FAFSA.
            Call, daughter of Kevin and Deborah Call, is a 2008 graduate of Portsmouth High School. She participated in volleyball, track, ballet, jazz, choir and advanced art while in high school. Call plans to pursue a degree in art at SSU.
            The Michael Hairston Art 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.

            Shawnee State University Scholarship Committee has announced Ryan Arend as the 2008-09 Emile Leroy Jividen Scholarship recipient of $600.
            A recipient must be an incoming freshman with a 2.8 GPA who is majoring in engineering and demonstrates financial need.
            Arend, son of Keith and Lana Arend, is a 2008 Madison High School graduate where he was involved in National Honor Society, National Technical Honor Society, marching and concert bands and Business Professionals of America. He is a digital simulation and gaming engineering technology major and wants to become a software engineer for a video game developer after graduating from SSU.
            Funds of this scholarship 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.

            Shawnee State University Scholarship Committee announced Grace Hatfield as the 2008-09 James and Mabel Blair Scholarship recipient of $2,500.
            The recipient of the scholarship must be a college student entering his or her sophomore, junior or senior year who is a resident of Pike County and maintain a 2.0 GPA. Students must also demonstrate financial need and complete the FAFSA.
            Hatfield, daughter of Betty and Greg Hatfield, is a returning SSU student and a 2004 graduate of Waverly High School. She was a member of the Literary Magazine, concert choir, musicals, Literary Club, Drama Club, French and Spanish Clubs and track team. Hatfield is an English major with a minor in art history. She wants to go to graduate school and obtain a master’s degree in art history and curate in an art museum environment after completing her bachelor’s degree from SSU.
             The funds of this scholarship 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.

            For the seventh year, the Southern Ohio Agricultural & Community Development Foundation will offer its educational assistance program to eligible Ohio growers and quota owners of burley tobacco.
            The Ohio Appalachian Center for Higher Education will once again administer this Educational Assistance Program on behalf of the SOACDF. The program supplies tuition assistance for eligible applicants attending accredited institutions of higher education, or for pre-approved specialized training. In addition to degree programs, award recipients may participate in certificate programs and other approved training that will provide them with the skills they need to be competitive in today’s job market.
            Eligible applicants seeking an associate, bachelor’s, master’s or other professional degrees may receive up to $3,000 for tuition, room and board, lab fees and books. Eligible applicants taking coursework toward a non-degree certification, licensure or training program may receive up to a maximum of $1,000 with a class limit of one for the 2008-09 academic year. The total assistance provided for any family may not exceed $10,000 for the academic year.
            The application period is open until April 1, 2009 for eligible applicants attending in-state or out-of-state institutions. Because the funds are available on a first-come first-served basis, eligible applicants are encouraged to apply early to avoid the risk of unavailability of funds.
             All applications for the 2008-09 SOACDF Educational Assistance Program must be certified by the applicant’s FSA and are available at Farm Service Agencies, the SOACDF, the OACHE, the OSU Extension and Soil and Water offices throughout Southern Ohio. In addition, on-line applications are available at www.soacdf.net and www.oache.org.
             If you would like to learn more about this beneficial educational program for farmers and their families, contact the OACHE toll-free at (866) 466-2243.

            The Shawnee State University Development Foundation has helped kick off a pilot program, “Shawnee Connect,” with a grant. About 40 first-time students will be paired with a faculty member, staff, upper classman or alumni mentor to help with the transition into college life.
            Dr. Barbara Bradbury, director of Financial Aid, came up with the idea of “Shawnee Connect” when she was working on her doctorate and working with nine students on campus.
            “I realized they wanted a connection with people on campus,” Bradbury said. “The first term is such a pivotal term for a new student and I thought it would be great if we could have someone who could connect with them, be a mediary for the student and make them feel more comfortable.”
            One of the goals of the program is to increase retention of the students. Information will be distributed to first-time students at orientation where they can sign up.
            The mentor will contact the student assigned to them before the start of fall semester and within the first month of school invite the student to lunch to become acquainted and give the student a welcome bag. Before finals, the mentor will meet with the student again for lunch to reconnect. Grant funds will pay for the cost of the meals.
            During the semester, the students in the program are encouraged to contact the mentor when they have any questions.
            At the end of the year, an evaluation will be conducted by comparing first year retention rates for the 40 participants against 40 first-time freshmen who do not participate in the program.
            “We hope that the relationship will continue through the spring semester,” Bradbury said.

            Shawnee State University’s Mary Linde, professor of medical laboratory science, traveled to the Kingdom of Swaziland, Africa, from March 14 to June 22 to serve as a technical consultant.
            Linde was selected by the American Society for Clinical Pathology as a consultant in relation to the HIV/AIDS efforts in Swaziland. Her assignment was to write and present a five-year development plan that provides reliable diagnostic and monitory testing for the National Laboratory Services. Linde presented her development plan throughout the city of Manzini, Africa.
            “I am concerned about the people because of the prevalence of HIV/AIDS, but it was also an enriching time because I got to understand the people and the problems they were having with the disease,” Linde said.
             Linde was funded by the President’s Emergency Fund for AIDS Relief, the Center for Disease Control and Prevention and the American Society for Clinical Pathology.

            Kelly Hatas, environmental responsibility service leader, AmeriCorps VISTA/Ohio Campus Compact at Shawnee State University, stands in her organic garden at the Nature Center in the Shawnee Forest. She planted several kinds of vegetables and herbs including tomatoes, onions, lettuce, corn, pole beans, cabbage, peppers, squash, zucchini, cucumbers, carrots, parsley and cilantro. All the food will be given away to food banks and the homeless shelter.

            The Faculty Affairs and Development Committee of the University Faculty Senate at Shawnee State University has selected Dr. John Whitaker, associate professor of mathematics, as winner of the Board of Trustees Distinguished Teacher Award. In the photo, Dr. David Todt, left, vice president of Academic Affairs and Provost at SSU congratulates Whitaker with the award.

            Dr. John Whitaker, associate professor of mathematics at Shawnee State University, has been chosen by the Faculty Affairs and Development Committee of the University Faculty Senate as the winner of the Board of Trustees Distinguished Teacher Award.
            “This is an annual award for teaching excellence and the faculty is nominated by their peers,” said Dr. David Todt, vice president of Academic Affairs and provost at SSU. “I read his nomination letter and I see why they selected him. It was a glowing letter of great work with students, great teaching methods, support of research and support of colleagues.”
            His teaching philosophy and excellent student evaluations indicated that Whitaker’s main concern was insuring that students in his classes learn which helped the committee select him for the award.
            The committee found Whitaker to be an exemplary faculty member and a concerned, caring teacher who puts the welfare of his students high on his list of priorities.
            “I was very grateful and honored because there are a lot of good teachers here at Shawnee State,” Whitaker said. “I feel very fortunate to be here because there are professors that I have learned a lot from, in particular, Professor Jinlu Li and Associate Professor Krista Maxson, among others.”
            Whitaker has been an active member of the university community serving on several committees and he has conducted workshops for students preparing for testing such as the PRAXIS series. He has also participated in numerous faculty development opportunities.
            “Shawnee State should be known as a great teaching institution,” Todt said. “Students can come here and in the first year in a relatively small class have teachers that they normally wouldn’t see until graduate school in most institutions. That’s one of the strengths of Shawnee State.”
            Whitaker has been teaching at SSU for five years and he is originally from Leeds, Alabama.

            The Shawnee State University Scholarship Committee has announced Alissa Strickland as the 2008-09 Courtney E. Todt Scholarship recipient of $1,500.
            The recipient of this scholarship must be a full-time college student entering his or her sophomore year in a baccalaureate program, be involved in the community and want to have a positive impact on children. They also must have completed the FAFSA.
            Strickland, daughter of Kenny and Peggy Strickland, is a 2007 valedictorian graduate of Northwest High School and a returning SSU student. She participated in Quiz Bowl, Drama Club, Bible Club and the basketball team while in high school. Strickland is a psychology major.
            The funds of this scholarship are administered through the SSU Development Foundation. Individuals or organizations interested in establishing a scholarship may contact the SSU Development Foundation at (740) 351-3284.

            The Shawnee State University Scholarship Committee has announced Miranda Cremeens as the 2008-09 Dudley and Lauralena Whipple Scholarship recipient of $1,500.
            The recipient for this scholarship must be a high school or full-time college student with a minimum 2.5 GPA.
            Cremeens, daughter of Richard and Rebecca Cremeens, is a 2008 graduate of Rock Hill High School. She was a member of the National Honor Society, Spanish Club, 4-H and Andrew’s Buddies of the Tri-State Area in high school. Cremeens is an early childhood education major and early childhood intervention specialist major. She plans to teach in southern Ohio after she completes her teaching degree from SSU.
            The funds of the Dudley and Lauralena Whipple Scholarship are administered through the SSU Development Foundation. Individuals and organizations interested in establishing a scholarship may contact the SSU Development Foundation at (740) 351-3284.

            Shawnee State University Scholarship Committee announced three recipients of the Elbert and Evelyn Elliot Scholarship of $1,300 each for the 2008-09 academic year.
            Applicants of the scholarship must be a resident of either Adams or Scioto County and major in elementary or secondary education.
            The recipients for the 2008-09 Elbert and Evelyn Elliot Scholarship are:
            Melissa Arnold, daughter of Jerry and Joyce Arnold, is a returning SSU student and a 2005 graduate of Manchester Local High School. She is planning to obtain a degree in K-12 intervention specialist and early intervention specialist from SSU. Arnold plans to obtain a master’s degree in special education after graduating from SSU.
            Leah Blevins, daughter of Gregory and Ruth Cooper, is a returning SSU student majoring in mathematical sciences. She graduated in 2006 from Portsmouth West High School. Blevins wants to teach math after obtaining her degree from SSU.
            Seth Smith, son of Bonnie Jones, is a returning SSU student and a 2007 graduate of South Webster High School. He is majoring in natural science and plans to obtain an associate’s degree in radiological technology after graduating from SSU.
            The funds of this scholarship are administered through the Shawnee State University Development Foundation. Individuals or organizations interested in establishing a scholarship can contact the SSU Development Foundation at (740) 351-3284.

            Shawnee State University Scholarship Committee has announced four recipients for the 2008-09 Frank Taylor Scholarship of $500 each.
            Recipients of the scholarship must be seniors residing in Scioto, Pike or Lawrence County and have a minimum ACT score of 20.
            The recipients of the 2008-09 Frank Taylor Scholarships are:
            Jared Crabtree, son of Ty and Cindy Crabtree, is a 2008 graduate of Portsmouth West High School and was a member of the National Beta Club. He is a business information systems major.
            Brittany Mossbarger, daughter of Phil and Bonnie Mossbarger, is a 2008 Waverly High School graduate. She participated in National Honor Society, marching and concert band, Spanish Club and Drama Club in high school. Mossbarger plans to obtain a degree in radiology technology.
            Courtney Palmer, daughter of Rose and Jeff Palmer, is a 2008 graduate of Rock Hill High School where she was a member of the marching band, National Honor Society, Spanish Club and Quiz Bowl. She wants to obtain a degree in either chemistry or psychology.
            Shannon Stewart, daughter of Howard and Anita Stewart, is a 2008 Wheelersburg High School graduate. She is majoring in legal assisting.
            The funds of this scholarship are administered through the Shawnee State University Development Foundation. Individuals or organizations interested in establishing a scholarship can contact the SSU Development Foundation at (740) 351-3284.

            Shawnee State University Scholarship Committee has announced three recipients of the Friends of SSU Scholarship of $780 each for the 2008-09 academic year.
            Recipients for the scholarship must be a high school senior or a college student with a minimum of 2.5 GPA.
            The recipients of the 2008-09 Friends of SSU Scholarships are:
            Halee Beam, daughter of William and Valarie Beam, is a 2008 graduate of Wilmington High School. She was a member of the marching band, pep band, National Honor Society, 4-H and track team. Beam plans to obtain her bachelor’s degree in psychology and her master’s degree in occupational therapy from SSU.
            Haley Fuhr, daughter of Bobby and Sharon Fuhr, is a 2008 Rock Hill High School graduate. She participated in Spanish Club, National Honor Society, STAMP and marching band in high school. Fuhr wants a job working with children after graduating.
             Jacob Ison, son of Jeff and Vicki Ison, is a 2008 graduate of Green High School. He was a member of the National Honor Society, Spanish Club, marching band and Boy Scouts in high school. Ison is a computer engineering technology major and plans to obtain his bachelor’s degree in that field at SSU.
            The Friends of SSU Scholarship is a general scholarship fund to which anyone can donate and donations of any amount are appreciated. Individuals or organizations interested in donating to this scholarship can contact the SSU Development Foundation at (740) 351-3284.

            Shawnee State University Scholarship Committee announced Alyssa LeMaster as the 2008-09 Lute Family Scholarship recipient of $1,400.
            The recipient of this scholarship must be a college student entering his or her sophomore year, maintain a minimum 3.0 GPA, demonstrate financial need, complete the FAFSA and pursue a degree in business, accounting, management information systems or business administration.
            LeMaster, daughter of Gerald and Dana LeMaster, is a 2007 graduate of Clay High School and a returning SSU student. In high school, she participated in Student Council, Bible Club, Red, White and Youth and choir. LeMaster is a business major and plans to become a financial advisor after graduating from SSU.
            The funds of the Lute Family Scholarship 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.

            Shawnee State University Scholarship Committee announced 15 recipients for the McElhaney Honors Scholarship of $1,000 each for the 2008-09 academic year.
            The McElhaney Honors Scholarship is a non-renewable scholarship that requires the applicant to be a high school senior enrolling for the fall term following his or her graduation. A minimum of a 3.0 GPA and ACT score of 25 or higher is required. Applicants must also be degree-seeking and complete a minimum of 15 hours each semester.
            The recipients of the 2008-09 McElhaney Honors Scholarships are:
            Adam Carson, son of Chuck and Jean Carson, is a 2008 graduate of Edward Lee McClain High School in Highland County. He was a member of the National Honor Society, show choir, Chess club, Quiz Bowl and football and track teams. Carson wants to become an occupational therapist after graduation.
            Timothy Compton, son of Sue Ann Compton, is a 2008 graduate of Reading High School in Hamilton County. In high school, he participated in marching and concert band and Scholastic Challenge. Compton is majoring in computer engineering.
            Brant Finzer, son of David and Vickie Finzer, is a 2008 graduate of Garaway High School in Tuscarawas County. He was a member of show choir, The International Thespian Society, Chess Club and Spanish Club.
            Courtney Flint, daughter of David Flint, is a 2008 graduate of Vandalia-Butler High School in Montgomery County. She was a member of the National Honor Society, Latin Club and Muse Machine. Flint wants to become a high school English teacher after graduation.
            Janette Goering, daughter of Richard Goering, is a 2008 graduate of Rancho High School, Las Vegas, Nev. She was a member of Animation Society, Pride Alliance, National Honor Society and Rancho Rambots Robotics in high school. Goering is interested in pursuing video gaming.
            Courtney Green, daughter of Rusty and Diana Green, is a 2008 graduate of Edward Lee McClain High School in Highland County. In high school, she was a member of 4-H, National Honor Society, Spanish Club, FFA, Student Council and softball, volleyball and basketball teams. Green is a pre-health science major and wants to become a radiology technician.
            Brittany Hood, daughter of Jamie Ackley and Doug Hood, is a 2008 graduate of Adena High School in Ross County. She was a member of the National Honor Society and Student Council. Hood is a psychology major at SSU.
            Deanna Hunt, daughter of John Hunt, is a 2008 graduate of Upper Arlington High School. She was a member of the Student Government and Environmental Club while in high school. Hunt is a nursing major and plans to obtain her bachelor’s degree from SSU.
            Steven Lee, son of Willard Lee and Jenny and Brad Funk, is a 2008 graduate of Madison Comprehensive High School in Richland County. He was a member of the Pep Club, marching and symphonic band, Ski Club and tennis team. Lee is a radiology major and wants to obtain his bachelor’s degree after finishing his associate’s degree from SSU.
            Troy Maki, son of Larry and Cathy Maki, is a 2008 graduate of Wilmington High School in Clinton County. He participated in Boy Scouts, National Honor Society and youth program while in high school. Maki is a biomedical and natural science major.
            Holden Profit, son of Heath and Deborah Waltenburg, is a 2008 graduate of Antwerp High School in Paulding County. He was a member of the Haiti Interact Club and track and cross country teams. Profit wants to obtain a computer programming and video game design and development degree.
            Matthew Rampello, son of James and Bonnie Rampello, is a 2008 graduate of Toronto High School in Jefferson County. He was a member of band, school musicals and track and baseball teams. Rampello is a gaming and simulation major and wants to obtain a job in that field after graduation.
            Marita Smith, daughter of Cathy and Steve Smith, is a 2008 graduate of Grove City High School in Franklin County. She participated in Drama Club, French Club, Thespian Society and show choir in high school. Smith plans to obtain a bachelor’s degree in business administration at SSU.
            Tony Thompson, son of Terry and Tabitha Thompson, is a 2008 North Union High School in Union County. He was a member of the football, wrestling and track teams, Student Council, National Honor Society and 4-H. Thompson is a mathematics major and wants to teach math after obtaining his degree.
            Cody Williams, son of Elizabeth and Brian Williams, is a 2008 graduate of Sandy Valley High Schoo in Stark County. He participated in National Honor Society, track, American Free Enterprise and Leadership Conference and bowling league in high school. Williams plans to obtain a degree in computer aided drafting and design at SSU.
            The scholarship fund is administered through the SSU Development Foundation. Individuals or organizations interested in establishing a scholarship can contact the SSU Development Foundation at (740) 351-3284.

            Shawnee State University Scholarship Committee has announced Chase Dickerson as the 2008-09 Nathan Jenkins Scholarship recipient of $950.
            The recipient of this scholarship must be a high school senior attending East High School with a minimum of a 3.0 GPA and has received two letters in a high school sport.
            Dickerson, son of Tamie McHone, is a 2008 graduate of Sciotoville Community School. He was a part of the basketball team and received letters from basketball. Dickerson wants to obtain a degree in radiology technology.
           The funds of the scholarship 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.

            Shawnee State University Scholarship Committee has announced three recipients for the 2008-09 Orbis Corporation Scholarship of $1,000 each.
            Recipients of the scholarship must be full-time SSU students of at least sophomore standing, be pursuing a plastics engineering technology degree and remain in good academic standing. Students receiving the scholarship are:
            Aaron Jones, son of Debbie Jones, is a 2003 graduate of Portsmouth High School and a returning SSU student. In high school he was a member of the Spanish Club, Talent Search and Quiz Bowl. At SSU, Jones is a member of the Student Programming Board and Student Government Association. He wants to obtain his bachelor’s degree in plastics engineering at SSU and make plastics that are safer for the environment after graduating.
            Ricky Pollard, son of Rick and Trenda Pollard, is a 2005 graduate of New Richmond High School in Clermont County and a returning SSU student majoring in plastics engineering. After obtaining his degree, Pollard plans to work and eventually pursue his master’s degree in plastics engineering.
            Daniel Prager, son of Marianne Edwards, is 2002 graduate of Boyd County High School in Ashland, Ky. and a returning SSU student. He is a plastics engineering major and wants to graduate SSU with honors and a bachelor’s degree in his field.
            The funds of this scholarship are administered through the Shawnee State University Development Foundation. Individuals or organizations interested in establishing a scholarship can contact the SSU Development Foundation at (740) 351-3284.

            Shawnee State University Scholarship Committee announced four recipients of the 2008-09 Roger and Mary Nell Padron Scholarship of $500 each.
            Applicants must be a high school senior from Scioto, Ross or Pike County who plans to attend SSU full-time and exhibit high academic achievement. Preference is given to non-smokers.
            The recipients of the 2008-09 Roger and Mary Nell Padron Scholarships are:
            Sara Blaske, daughter of Holly Blaske, is a 2008 graduate of Minford High School. She was a member of the National Honor Society, Art Club, marching and concert band and honors choir. Blaske is an art major and wants a career in media and animation.
            Nikki Brammer, daughter of Joe and Sharon Brammer, is a 2008 graduate of Dawson-Bryant High School in Lawrence County where she participated in volleyball, track, Student Government, Math Club and National Honors Society. She plans to obtain a degree in medical laboratory technology and work in a hospital after graduating from SSU.
            Timothy Grigsby, son of Jeffrey and Sandra Grigsby, is a 2008 graduate of Adena High School in Ross County. He participated in Quiz Bowl, golf, DARE, choir and National Honor Society. Grigsby plans to obtain a degree in mathematics and teach after graduation.
            Lynnsey Kilgore, daughter of Phillip and Cheryl Kilgore, is a 2008 Portsmouth High School graduate where she participated in National Honor Society, Spanish Club, track and Big Brother/Big Sister. Kilgore is majoring in elementary education and plans to teach after obtaining her degree from SSU.
            The funds of this scholarship are administered through the Shawnee State University Development Foundation. Individuals or organizations interested in establishing a scholarship can contact the SSU Development Foundation at (740) 351-3284.

            The Shawnee State University Scholarship Committee awarded Anthony Smith the 2008-09 Sherman Family Scholarship of $500.
            Applicants of this scholarship must be a full-time college student residing in Scioto County with a minimum GPA of 2.8 and pursue a business degree. Preference is given to a student who is pursuing a career in insurance.
            Smith, son of Shawna and Jerry Steinhauer, is a 2005 graduate of Minford High School and a returning SSU student. He has made both the Dean’s and President’s Lists at SSU and is a member of the Phi Eta Sigma National Honor Society. Smith is a business administration and accounting major. He plans to obtain his bachelor’s degree from SSU and pursue a master’s degree.
            The funds of this scholarship are administered by the SSU Development Foundation. Individuals or organizations interested in establishing a scholarship can contact the SSU Development Foundation at (740) 351-3284.

            The Shawnee State University Scholarship Committee announced five recipients for the 2008-09 Spriggs Family Scholarship of $1,000 each.
            Recipients must be full-time students with a 3.0 GPA, a son or daughter of a Scioto County firefighter, police officer, state trooper or sheriff deputy who has been a full-time employee for at least one year. A letter of verification of employment is required upon application.
            The recipients of the 2008-09 Spriggs Family Scholarships are:
            Brandon Dunham, son of Chris and Dona Dunham, is a returning SSU student and a 2007 graduate of Portsmouth West High School. He is a computer engineering technology major.
            Chris Dunham Jr., son of Chris and Dona Dunham, is a returning SSU student and a 2005 graduate of Portsmouth West High School. He is a sport management major with a concentration in journalism and coaching. Jonathan Gray, son of Larry and Patricia Gray, is a 2008 graduate of Clay High School where he was a member of the golf, baseball and basketball teams, band and Bible Club. He plans to major in physical therapy at SSU.
            Russell Lewis, son of Russell Lewis Jr., is a returning SSU student and a 2006 graduate of Notre Dame High School. He is a business and psychology major.
            Matthew Watson, son of Ken and Debbie Watson, is a returning SSU student and a 2005 graduate of Wheelersburg High School. He is a pre-med/biology major and plans to become an ophthalmologist after graduating from SSU.
            The funds of this scholarship are administered through the Shawnee State University Development Foundation. Individuals or organizations interested in establishing a scholarship can contact the SSU Development Foundation at (740) 351-3284.

            Shawnee State University Scholarship Committee has announced Kimberly Stalder as the 2008-09 Vernon and Virginia Schwepe Scholarship of $500. The recipient of the scholarship must be a full-time student and complete the FAFSA.
            Stalder, daughter of Mike and Sue Stalder, is a returning SSU student and a 2007 graduate of Lancaster High School. She is a member of the Pre-med Club, Women’s Center and Honors program at SSU. Stalder is a biomedical science major and plans to go to dental school and open up her own practice.
            The funds of the scholarship are administered through the SSU Development Foundation. Individuals or organizations interested in establishing a scholarship may contact the SSU Development Foundation at (740) 351-3284.

            Shawnee State University Scholarship Committee has announced Daniel Mains as the 2008-09 Whitney D. Miller Scholarship recipient of $3,800.
            The recipient of the scholarship must be an upper-class student with preference given to employees, children or grandchildren of Mitchellace. Students must exhibit financial need, have a minimum GPA of 3.0 and have completed the FAFSA.
            Mains, son of Stuart and Charlene Mains, is a returning SSU student and a 2003 graduate of Valley High School. He is a member of the National Honor Society at SSU. Mains is majoring in environmental engineering with a minor in environmental science. He plans to graduate from SSU after fall semester of 2008 and attend graduate school to continue his education.
T            he funds of this scholarship are administered through the SSU Development Foundation. Individuals and organizations interested in establishing a scholarship can contact the SSU Development Foundation at (740) 351-3284.

            Shawnee State University Scholarship Committee announced Melissa McQuown as the 2008-09 Covert Family Scholarship recipient of $750.
            The recipient of this scholarship must be a college student from Scioto County, Ohio or Greenup or Lewis County, Ky. with a minimum GPA of 3.0 entering their sophomore, junior or senior year. They must exhibit financial need, complete the FAFSA and major in fine, digital or performing arts.
            McQuown, daughter of Eileen McQuown, is a returning SSU art student. She is currently working with the Erie Canal Society and Welcome Center on a historical photography project. McQuown plans to continue her education and obtain a master’s degree to teach photography after graduating from SSU.
            The funds of the scholarship 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.

            The Shawnee State University Scholarship Committee has announced Deborah Bankhead as the 2008-09 Frank Byrne Scholarship recipient of $600.
            The recipient of the scholarship must be a college student entering his or her sophomore, junior or senior year excelling in foreign language and linguistics. Students must have a minimum GPA of 3.0 in their overall GPA and also in the language and linguistics courses. Preference is given to Scioto and surrounding counties in Ohio and Kentucky. Applicants must complete the FAFSA.
            Bankhead, daughter of Steven and Carol Bankhead, is a returning SSU student majoring in English and humanities. She has been on the President’s List at SSU three times. Bankhead wants to pursue a career as an author after completing her degree at SSU.
            The funds of this scholarship are administered through the SSU Development Foundation. Individual or organizations interested in establishing a scholarship can contact the SSU Development Foundation at (740) 351-3284.

            The Shawnee State University Scholarship Committee has announced Lynsey Dettwiler as the second recipient of the 2008-09 William and Patricia Richards Health Career Scholarship of $700.
            Applicants of this scholarship must be students from Scioto County with at least a sophomore standing maintaining a minimum 3.0 GPA. Students must pursue an associate degree in either physical or respiratory therapy, a bachelor’s degree in nursing or a master’s degree in occupational therapy.
            Dettwiler, daughter of John and Sally Dettwiler-Styles, is a 2006 graduate of Peebles High School and a returning SSU student. She is a member of the SSU Honors program, Student Nurses Association, Blue Crew and tutor at SSU. Dettwiler is a nursing major and wants to work at Southern Ohio Medical Center after graduating with her associate’s degree from SSU.
            The funds of this scholarship 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.

            The Shawnee State University Scholarship Committee has announced Richard Jackson as the 2008-09 recipient of the Betty C. Edwards Nursing Scholarship of $550.
            The recipient of the scholarship must be a full-time student of at least sophomore standing who resides in Scioto County or Adams County and maintain a 3.0 GPA. Applicants must be of good character and be pursuing an associate or bachelor’s degree in nursing.
            Jackson, son of Marvin and Doris Jackson, is a 2006 graduate of Eastern Local High School in Pike County and a returning SSU student. In high school, he was a member of the Pep Club, Spanish Club and the track and basketball teams. Jackson is a nursing major and plans to continue his education after graduating from SSU.
            The funds of the scholarship 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.

            The Shawnee State University Scholarship Committee has announced Emily Johnson as the 2008-09 recipient of the Gina Smalley Scholarship of $500.
            The recipient of the scholarship must be a resident of Adams County or Highland County and be accepted into the dental hygiene program. Preference is given to applicants who graduated from Peebles High School. Applicants must demonstrate financial need and complete the FAFSA.
            Johnson, daughter of Jana Johnson, is a 2008 graduate of Hillsboro High School in Highland County. She was a member of the volleyball and basketball teams. Johnson is a dental hygiene major at SSU.
            The funds of the scholarship 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.

            The Shawnee State University Scholarship Committee has awarded Kristen Fike the 2008-09 Vivian McGinnis Scholarship for Nursing Scholarship of $1,200.
            Recipients of this scholarship must be a college student with at least a sophomore standing with a minimum of 3.0 GPA. Applicants must be pursuing a degree in nursing.
            Fike, daughter of Dave and Sharon Fike, is a 2007 graduate of Bradford High School in Darke County and a returning SSU student. She was a member of the National Honor Society, yearbook and the basketball, volleyball and softball teams in high school. At SSU, Fike is a member of the Omega Pi Mu sorority. She is a nursing major and plans to work in a hospital after obtaining her degree at SSU.
             The funds of the scholarship 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.

            The Shawnee State University Scholarship Committee has announced Sarah Koehler as the 2008-09 Frank D. Hyland Scholarship recipient of $750.
            Applicants must be a former student athlete who is in good academic standing and has used up athletic scholarships. Students must be entering their fifth year and be within two semesters of graduating.
            Koehler, daughter of Rob and Deb Koehler, is a 2004 graduate of Eastern Local High School in Pike County and a returning SSU student. She plays on the SSU soccer team. Koehler plans to obtain her bachelor’s degree in individualized studies and her Ph.D. in physical therapy after graduating from SSU.
            The funds of the Frank D. Hyland Scholarship 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.

            The Shawnee State University Scholarship Committee has awarded Tiffany Baker the 2008-09 Dr. Hagop S. Pambookian Scholarship of $600.
            The recipient of the scholarship must be an international student majoring in any field or a psychology major entering his or her senior year and be maintaining a 3.0 GPA.
            Baker, daughter of Wayne Baker and Jan Conkel, is a 1998 graduate of Eastern High School in Pike County and a returning SSU student. She previously graduated from Ohio College of Massotherapy with high honors. Baker is a psychology major at SSU.
            The funds of this scholarship 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.

            Shawnee State University received a generous donation on Friday, June 27 from the Farm Credit Services of Mid-America. The company donated money for the purchase of a Glow-essence Skin Analyzer as part of the River Valley Farm Safety and Rural Health Coalition, which is a partnership between SSU’s Department of Health Sciences/Nursing, The Ohio State University Extension office, the University of Kentucky Extension office, Southern Ohio Medical Center and Our Lady of Bellefonte Hospital.
            In the photo are coalition members, front row, left, Tony Brammer, Farm Credit Services of Mid-America, Crystal Sherman, SSU nursing special projects coordinator, and Miranda Howard, Farm Credit Services of Mid-America. In back row, from left, Deborah Howell, SSU nursing secretary, Rich Sherman, OSU Extension Educator, Bill Turner, SSU’s EMT program leader, Mattie Burton, SSU’s associate dean of Health Sciences and nursing chair, Mandy Hart, associate director of Development at SSU and Sharon Carver, community health and wellness coordinator.

            Shawnee State University’s River Valley Farm Safety and Rural Health Coalition project received a generous donation for a Glow-essence Skin Analyzer from Farm Credit Services of Mid-America on Friday, June 27 to help educate people on the harmful effects of sun damage. The purpose of the machine is to detect the amount of sun damage on the skin.
            “With the rate of skin cancer increasing, we are excited to have this machine because it will help us bring education to the community about the harmful effects of sun damage,” said Mattie Burton, associate professor and chair of the nursing department.
            The River Valley Farm Safety and Rural Health Coalition members and SSU nursing students will be using the machine to perform public screenings. The analyzer will utilize black-light blue lamp technology to help identify various skin conditions, such as pigmentation problems, sun damage below the skin, congestion and acne, oily skin and dry areas.
            It is important to educate the people about the effects of sun damage because about 90% of 600,000 new cases of skin cancer reported each year are sun related.
            “For Health Career Day, the nursing students will be able to use the machine to perform screenings,” said Crystal Sherman, SSU nursing special projects coordinator.
            For more information or to schedule a public screening, contact Sherman at (740) 351-3586 or e-mail at csherman@shawnee.edu.

            Professor emeritus at Shawnee State University is keynote speaker at convention in Malaysia
Dr. Hagop S. Pambookian, professor emeritus at Shawnee State University, recently returned from a trip to Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, where he was a keynote speaker at the International Convention of the Asian Psychological Association. In the photo Pambookian, right, stands with Dr. Jas Laile Suzana Jaafar, president-elect of the Asian Psychological Association and associate professor and head of the Department of Anthropology and Sociology at the Universiti Malaya in Kuala Lumpur.

            Dr. Hagop S. Pambookian, professor emeritus of psychology at Shawnee State University recently returned from a trip to the Universiti Malaya in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, where he was a keynote speaker at the International Convention of the Asian Psychological Association. He talked about the “Psychology around the World: The Asian Experience.”
            More than 300 people from about 30 countries attended the convention. In his address, he traced the development of psychology in Japan, China and India and how it was introduced into those countries.
            “Psychologists indicated they were surprised to learn that so much had happened and was now happening in that part of the world,” Pambookian said. “I was delighted with the response I received. Psychology could play a more important role in Asian countries.”
            Pambookian has been involved in the development of psychology around the globe as a guest lecturer and consultant, and by donating more than 3,300 English-language psychology books to the Fundamental Library of the Armenian Academy of Sciences, Yerevan, Armenia.
            He is a fellow of the American Psychological Association, emeritus member of the Phi Delta Kappa, a professional association for educators, member of the International Council of Psychologists and he has served these organizations in various capacities.
            Pambookian has received many awards including the Paul Swaddling Award from the Ohio Education Association for his contributions to international understanding and peace and the Distinguished Achievement Award from the Armenian Behavioral Science Association at the 109th annual convention of the American Psychological Association in San Francisco.
            He was elected honorary member of the International Academy of Psychological Sciences in Yaroslavl, Russia and honorary member of the Armenian Philosophical Academy and of the Academy of Pedagogical-Psychological Sciences, both in Yerevan, Armenia.