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Retirement Luncheon for Dr. Joseph Beckham On Friday, October 28th, 2011 current students, faculty, staff, and alumni of the Higher Education and Educational Leadership and Policy programs gathered in the Tom and Ginny Futch Ballrooms in the University Club at Florida State University to honor the dedication and celebrate the retirement of Dr. Joseph Beckham.

The ceremony began with Dr. Patrice Iatarola, chair of the Educational Leadership and Policy Studies department, welcoming the guests and thanking the students, Paul Stonecipher and Kathleen Callahan, who put this event together. Following Dr. Iatarola, Dr. Robert Schwartz, chair of the Higher Education program welcomed all the guests and thanked them for coming as well Marcy Driscoll, Dean of the College of Education, then spoke about her first meeting Dr. Beckham and told the story of her first year as Dean. According to Dean Driscoll, when it came time for her to evaluate Dr. Beckham she told him she had some feedback regarding his performance, to which Dr. Beckham replied he had some feedback regarding her performance as Dean. Dean Driscoll then thanked Dr. Beckham for his advice and service to Florida State University for the past 30 years.

Following Dean Driscoll, Dr. Sandra Lewis spoke on behalf of the Faculty Senate and congratulated Dr. Beckham on his retirement. Paul Stonecipher, Doctoral Chair for the Higher Education Student Association, then shared some letters from colleagues and students of Dr. Beckham’s who were unable to attend the luncheon. K.B. Melear and Jon Rodgers, who both had Dr. Beckham as a major professor, shared their memories of their time at Florida State with Dr. Beckham.

Monoka Venters, Jennifer Iacino, and Shanna Autry then told the famous “lazy, stupid, or naive” story (pictured right.). Following the story, all three agreed that Dr. Beckham always had high expectations of his students, but also pushed them to be the best they could be. Following this story, Daisy Waryold, a former student, presented Dr. Beckham with a tribute box with letters from many of Dr. Beckham’s former students. Higher Education Student Association (HESA) Administrative Chair, Elisha Bender, and Doctoral Chair, Paul Stonecipher, then presented with an award of behalf of HESA for his 30 years service to Florida State University.

Finally, Dr. Beckham had his turn to speak to the audience. When he got up to speak everyone held up a picture of a young Dr. Beckham, which got a laugh out of Dr. Beckham. He proceeded to thank everyone and said he did not know if he had ever known a better cohort of graduate students than at this time. In regards to his retiring, Dr. Beckham said he is looking forward to spending more time with his family. Dr. Beckham concluded his speech by telling the audience to “Go forward, do great work, and Go ‘Noles”.

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LifeNet Higher Education

Fall 2011

Words from the Director Dear Students, Alumni, and Friends of the Hardee Center: It’s hard to believe that another fall semester has come to an end. I hope that it has been a good one for you. On campus, the fall has been busy with many special events that you will read more about in this newsletter. We inducted a wonderful new class of students as Hardee Fellows in October. Doctoral Candidate Mackenzie Streit spoke on behalf of the class at the Induction Ceremony and she was a most representative choice. Mackenzie served as the Hardee Center Associate Director during her first two years at Florida State and in October, she was named the Outstanding Graduate Student by NASPA-Florida at the

state meeting. Also in October the department hosted a Retirement Luncheon for Dr. Joe Beckham complete with “Beckham masks” that all wore when he reached the podium to speak. Other levity was provided by former students and a memory book was assembled by Dr. Daisy Waryold. Dr. Beckham was a colleague of Dr. Hardee and has always been a very strong supporter of Dr. Hardee’s work so we are losing a strong ally with his departure. In other news, the Hardee Award-Winning tradition continued when Masters Students Mi-chelle Robinson and Ashlie Baty won the NASPA-Florida case study competition and Stephen Dominy and his partner from another university came in second at the SACSA case study. In addition, Karli Sherman placed third in the Order of Omega/AFA Case Study Challenge. The busy fall will be followed by an active spring with three major events: The Dalton Institute on College Student Values (February 2-4), Visiting Days (February 19-20), and the Annual Graduation and Hooding Ceremony (April 27). You are cordially invited to attend all as your schedule permits. On the less positive side, unless the Hardee Center revenue improves dramatically, the only event that the Hardee Center will host during spring term will be the graduation and hooding ceremony. If possible, please consider a “holiday gift” to the Hardee Center before the end of the 2011 year. For a $200 gift you can sponsor a professional development stipend for a new Hardee Fellow. Your monetary support as well as your referrals and program support are always appreciated. Thank you in advance for your consideration and for all that you do to support our students. Best wishes for a wonderful 2012! Mary B. Coburn Director of the Hardee Center Vice President for Student Affairs

Shaine Marsden, Editor Jennifer Chavis, Co-Editor Contributors: Jessica Dean Joe O’Geen Jeffrey Seay

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INSIDE THE ISSUE Dr. Beckham Retirement 1 Words from the Director 2 Accomplishments 3-4 Support the Legacy 5 Adopt a Graduate Student 5 Journal of College and Character 6 Hardee Fellows Induction 7 Pillar of the Profession 7 Hardee Fellows Induction Speech 8 2012 Dalton Institute 9 Dr. Beckham Dinner Dialogue 9 Meet the Newest “Noles 10-12 2011 Hardee Fellows 12

Noteworthy Accomplishments


Cam Armstrong (M.S. 2007) moved to Dallas to serve as the Director of Student Service’s at Baylor University’s Louise Herrington School of Nursing. She is also in her third semester of PhD courses at Azusa Pacific University. Khadish Franklin (M.S. 2006) recently accepted a new appointment at the Georgia Student Finance Commission as the Senior Education Policy Researcher. He also had an article published in the fall 2011 NASPA Knowledge Community Publication entitled "The Company We Keep: Peer Influence in the Undergraduate Experience of African American Males." Additionally, he served as the Consultant-in-Residence at the 2011 Mid Atlantic Association College and University Housing Officers Annual Conference. Dr. Grahaeme Hesp (Ed.D 2006) has been selected as a recipient of the Sue Kraft Fussell Distinguished Service Awards from the Association of Fraternity|Sorority Advisors. .

Ellen Jones (M.S. 2002) (pictured right), received her certification as a Global Career Development Facilitator in May 2011.

Christina Mitchell (M.S. 2011) has accepted a job at North West Arkansas Community College as Career Advisor. She will also be interning with the Office of Rights and Responsibilities at the University of Arkansas. Dylan Smith (M.S. 2009) recently accepted a new position at the University of Texas in the University Unions Student Events Center.

Maria Allen Smith (M.S. 2007) (pictured left), accepted a new position at Belmont University as an Admissions Counselor for the College of Law. Additionally, she married Ben Smith (FSU - J.D. 08) of Knoxville, TN in Charleston, S.C. on July 29th. Maria and Ben live in Nashville, T.N.

Bart Swecker (M.S. 2006) was selected to present dissertation research in progress at Mid-South Educational Research Association annual meeting (Nov 2-4) in Oxford, MS and was selected for "Research in Progress" award. His Dissertation & Presentation was titled "Faculty Salary Inequities in Public Higher Education: An Examination of Faculty Salaries through the National Survey of Postsecondary Faculty 1988, 1993, 1999, & 2004". He is currently working on his Ph.D. in Higher Education Administration at the University of Alabama. Dr. John K. Waddell (Ed.D 1992) (pictured right), served as a Delegate to the Durban III World Conference on Human Rights at the United Nations General Assembly - High Level Meeting, UN, NY in September 2011.

From our Alumni From our Faculty Dr. Joseph Beckham (pictured left), recently co-edited the second edition of “Contemporary Issues in Higher Education Law” (2011) with K.B. Melear (Ph.D. 2001) and Richard Fossey. The new edition is both a desk reference on the topic of higher education law for college admin-istrators and a popular textbook for courses in higher education law. Contributing authors to

this edition include Monoka Venters (Doctoral Student) and Krista Mooney Kahn (Ph.D. 2005). Dr. Brad Cox (pictured right), recently published the following article: Cox, B. E., McIntosh, K. L., Reason, R. D., & Terenzini, P. T. (2011). A cul-ture of teaching: Policy, perception, and practice in higher education. Research in Higher Education, 52(8), 808-829. doi: 10.1007/s11162-011-9223-6

Dr. Kathy Guthrie (pictured left), presented a session titled “ Educating Future Leaders through Service-Learning” at the International Leadership Association Conference in London, England this October. She has also been named one of the ACPA Emerging Scholars for 2012.

Dr. Shouping Hu (pictured right), has been named a ACPA Senior Scholar. He also organized and led a symposium session titled, "Understanding the Effects of State Merit Aid Programs from Multiple Perspectives," at the annual meeting of the Association for the Study of Higher Educa-tion (ASHE) in Charlotte, NC. Dr. Hu also Edited a volume titled, "Using Typological Approaches to Understand College Student Ex-periences and Outcomes," for the New Directions for Institutional Research by Jossey-Bass. He and his collaborators contributed the following two chapters in the volume: "Student Typologies in Higher Education" (Hu, Katherine, and Kuh) and "Typological Re-search on College Students for Better Outcomes" (Hu & Li). Dr. Jeanine Ward-Roof will become the new Regional Director for NASPA Region III in March 2012.

Noteworthy Accomplishments


Virginia Byrne (Master’s student) had proposals accepted to the Dal-ton Institute on College Student Values and the ACPA National Con-vention. At the ACPA National Convention she will be presenting: “Support your student staff with structured Student Leadership Develop-ment Plans” and “Creating Positive Sustainable Change through a Ser-vice Leadership Transition Program” with Antron Mahoney and Nathan Bunch (Master’s student ). At the Dalton Institute she will present “The Other Side of Social Entrepreneurship: Civic Engagement and Consumer Activism” and “Civic Engagement and Public Hope among Millennials” with Kevin Hemer (Master’s student). Jennifer Chavis (Master’s student) was recently inducted into the Golden Key International Honour Society for her academic achieve-ments. Stephen Dominy (Master’s student) placed 2nd in the SACSA Case Study competition with Emily Cosgrove from Auburn University. He was also selected by the Association of Fraternity/Sorority Advisors to serve as a member of the graduate staff for the 2011 AFA Annual Meeting. Michelle Robinson and Ashlie Baty (Master’s students) placed first in the Case Study Competition at the NASPA-FL Drive-in. Karli Sherman (Master’s student) placed third in the Order of Omega/AFA Case Study Challenge

Mackenzie Streit (Doctoral candidate) was named the graduate student of the year at NASPA-FL

From our Students Seminole Torchbearers The Following students were inducted as Seminole Torchbearers this semester. Torchbearers are students who have been recognized as exceptional leaders.

Carolyn Barringer Kathryn Phelps

Ashlie Baty Kaamalya Powell

Kelly Budnick Titus Queen

Jennifer Cento Kyle Rausch

Meghan Conley Michelle Robinson

Jeffrey Gardner Jessica Rollins

Andrea Lafleche Kathleen Ryan

Gina Loschiavo Cassidy Sansone

Chad Mandala Kristen Strominger

Shaine Marsden Lyndsey Williams-Mayweather

Samantha Nix Meng Zhou

Nikita O’Connor

SUPPORT THE LEGACY

There are many different ways your gift can benefit the Hardee Center for Leadership and Ethics in Higher Education. Gifts can help us directly support students or help to subsidize programs and services for students such as the following: • The Graduation Reception and Hooding

Ceremony: Each year the Hardee Center sponsors the Higher Education Graduation Reception and Hooding Ceremony for graduating masters and doctoral students, family members, faculty, supervisors and friends.

• Orientation Welcome Reception: Each year the Har-

dee Center kicks off the academic year with a recep-tion welcoming incoming students by faculty, staff, and current students.

• Dinner Dialogues: Twice a semester, the Hardee

Center hosts dinner dialogues with faculty and/or mentors. These inexpensive dinners provided free to students are opportunities for students to interact in a casual setting with faculty and/or mentors.

• Named Annual Awards: Every year during the Graduation

Ceremony, the Hardee Center presents special achievement awards to outstanding students and mentors. Currently the Peer Leadership and Supervisor/Mentor awards are unnamed, and with your gift of $200 per year for five years, we would be pleased to present an award in your name.

Another option for gifts is to support a student directly. Some programs for individual student support include: • Hardee Fellow Travel Grants: Graduate Students who

earn a 3.8 GPA or greater with at least 18 graded credit hours are named as Hardee Fellows. Hardee Fellows are then eligible for grants dedicated to travel.

• Adopt a Graduate Student: See the section below for a

complete description of this popular conference travel program.

Are you looking for a way to contribute in a manner that directly impacts current Florida State University graduate students? As you choose how to designate your gift, you’ll see that you can provide a general contribution, and/or money to our “Adopt a Graduate Student” program. This program is designed to support masters and doctoral students attendance at national and regional conferences. Attending a professional conference today can cost well over $1,000. Your gift of $200 will support a graduate student’s conferences costs including travel expenses for upcoming professional and research conferences. For graduate students, attending professional development opportunities is an important way to

extend Dr. Hardee’s LifeNet. For friends of the Hardee Center who want to give in a manner that directly benefits students, this program is just the way to do it! If you have any questions, please contact us at: [email protected]

ADOPT A HIGHER EDUCATION GRADUATE STUDENT

Credit Card gifts are encouraged via the following secure site: www.foundation.fsu.edu—then click on the “Give Now” button on the right. NOTE: Please select "other" for Gift Designation and type in Hardee


JOURNAL OF COLLEGE AND CHARACTER


Vol. 12, No. 4 December 2011

Theme: Does Student Affairs Have An Enduring Mission?

From the Editors

A Profession in Search of a Mission: Is There an Enduring for Student Affairs in U.S. Higher Education?

Jon C. Dalton (The Florida State University), Pamela Crosby (The Florida State University)

Invited Feature Articles

Does Student Affairs Have an Enduring Mission?

Art Sandeen (University of Florida)

Redefining Our Mission: What Does Higher Education Need From Students?

Kent T. Porterfield (Saint Louis University), Larry D. Roper (Oregon State University), Elizabeth J. Whitt( Saint Louis University)

Ignite Leadership Influence Change-Unleashing the Power of Student Affairs

Larry D. Roper (Oregon State University)

“ I Have Been in the Storm So Long,” and I Am Still Here!

Lori S. White (Southern Methodist University)

Peer Reviewed Article

The Allure of the Freshman Girl: Peers, Partying, and the Sexual Assault of First Year College Women

Brian N. Sweeny (Long Island University-C W Post Campus )

Best Practices

Service and the City: Impacting First-Year Students via Town and Gown

April K. Heiselt (Mississippi State University)

Spirituality on Campus

Spiritual and Moral Friendship: How Campuses can Encourage a Search for Meaning and Purpose

Frank Shushok Jr. (Virginia Tech)

Interfaith Cooperation on Campus

Interfaith Cooperation on Campus: Teaching Interfaith Literacy

Eboo Patel (Interfaith Youth Core), Cassie Meyer (Interfaith Youth Core)

College Sports: The Good and the Bad

Athletics: The Good It Should Do

Sharon Kay Stoll (University of Idaho)

What They’re Reading

Leading the Learner-Centered Campus

Liesa Stamm (Rutgers University-Camden)

Student Reflection

I Came, I Saw, I Put It On My Resume for Medical School

Amanda C. Weldy Boyd (USC)

Hardee Fellows Induction


Faculty, staff, and students gathered in the auditorium of The Center for Global and Multicultural Engagement on the afternoon of October 26th, 2011 to watch the newest group of students to be inducted as Hardee Fellows. Dr. Mary Coburn opened the ceremony by welcoming all the guests and telling the new Hardee Fellows that they set the bar for students who will come behind them. Following Dr. Coburn’s opening remarks Dr. Robert Schwartz spoke on behalf of the Higher Education program. Dr. Schwartz congratulated the new inductees saying the faculty members “are proud of each and every one of you”. The student speaker at this year’s induction was Mackenzie Streit, a doctoral candidate and returning Hardee Fellow. Mackenzie began her speech by saying that to prepare for the induction she looked to Dr. Melvene Hardee for inspiration. Using a dissertation on Dr. Hardee written by Sally Click, Mackenzie reflected on the legacy Dr. Hardee left at Florida State University. Mackenzie urged the Hardee Fellows to create their own definition of scholarship and to remember that “it is in the classroom that we gain the basis for our knowledge”. She reflected on how easy it is for students to get caught up in assistantships, internships, and meetings and put their class work second. She went on to reflect on the lessons learned from the faculty and even though she did not mention them by name, the audience knew who she was referring to. Mackenzie closed her speech saying “we are the future of the profession, and I am proud that we are the ones representing Florida State”. (Mackenzie’s entire speech can be found on page 8). Following Mackenzie’s speech students were called individually to receive their certificates and shake hands with, and sometimes give a hug to, Dr. Coburn and Dr. Schwartz. At the conclusion of the presentation of the certificates, Dr. Coburn once again took the podium to close the ceremony. She told the Hardee Fellows she was proud of everyone and hoped they were proud to be Hardee Fellows. She reminded the students that their time at Florida State is never over as they will always be connected through the LifeNet. Following the ceremony the newly inducted Hardee Fellows posed for pictures with each other as well as friends and mentors who had attended the ceremony (a full list of the 2011 Hardee Fellow Inductees can be found on page 12). Congratulations Hardee Fellows!

By Jeffery Seay Editor in Chief State Bulletin November 21 – December 11, 2011

Mary B. Coburn, vice president for Student Affairs, was named a Pillar of the Profession by the NASPA Foundation, the fundraising arm of NASPA-Student Affairs Administrators in Higher Education. The distinction honors individuals who provided stellar leadership and service to the student affairs profession.

Coburn, with 13 other student affairs professionals, will receive the Pillar of the Profession Award during NASPA’s annual national confer-ence in Phoenix in March. “This recognition is well deserved for Mary, whose commitment to the students of Florida State University shines through her work on each and every day,” said President Eric J. Barron. “She has been a leader at Florida State and in our profession for many years, and so many students and professionals across the country have benefitted from her influence, friendship, mentoring, and leadership,” said her nominators, University of the Pacific Vice President for Student Life, Elizabeth Griego and North Dakota State University Vice President for Student Affairs, Prakash Mathew.

The NASPA Foundation supports the advancement of knowledge concerning students, higher education institutions, and issues facing the student affairs profession. Through the contributions of NASPA – Student Affairs Administrators in Higher Education, members and friends, the Foundation has established an investment program and restricted endowments that provide support for NASPA awards, professional development programs, regional activities, and research projects. Coburn, who was appointed vice president over the Division of Student Affairs in 2003, is a three-time alumna of Florida State. She earned a bachelor’s in sociology in 1974, a master’s in counseling and human systems in 1976, and a doctorate in higher education in 1992.

Dr. Mary Coburn Named Pillar of the Profession

Hardee Fellows Induction-Student Speaker by Mackenzie Streit (Doctoral Candidate)

By Mackenzie Streit (Doctoral Candidate) Good afternoon, everyone. I was incredibly honored when Shaine asked me to speak to the Hardee Fellows. In fact, when she first asked me to speak, I wondered, “What do I have to offer to this great group of scholars?” Well, I figured out a few things, but before I get to that… I first went to someone who has seemingly always had things to offer the FSU students with whom she worked. While I never met her, I felt like I got to know Dr. Mel Hardee through my work in the Hardee Center. I went to her, and looked for inspiration, and in what seems to be true Har-dee style, she did not disappoint. To find some inspiration, I read through parts of the dissertation Sally Click wrote about Dr. Hardee. I actually learned a lot about the history of our program through my quick reading. One thing I learned is that Dr. Hardee began three courses that students take today: The American College Student, The Woman Administrator, and the Practicum course. It is clear that she had good ideas for classes that have stood the test of time. Throughout her life story, it is clear that Dr. Hardee had a passion for learning, farming, and women’s issues. My understanding is that she also had incredibly high expectations. She had high expectations of not only herself, but her students as well. In Dr. Click’s dissertation, one of Dr. Har-dee’s students is quoted saying, “She worked hard, all the time. She worked 24 hours a day, seven days a week. If it was not at the school, it was at the farm. If it was not at the farm, it was at the house, and if it was not that, then she was writing, and if it was not writing, it was reading our stuff…” (Click, 2009, p. 68). Another student laments, “She knew there was rigor… what those students went through and if it was not perfect, every ‘t’ crossed, every ‘i’ dotted, everything sourced, referenced, carefully thought out, framed…you did not get a pass from her” (p. 67). This high level of expectations is a history that continues today in the FSU Higher Education program. I don’t know about you all, but earning the Hardee Fellow honor was not an easy task. I definitely had to work hard in my classes to get me here. Dr. Hardee believed in not only hard work and high expectations, but also in different kinds of scholarship. Scholarship for her was not only em-pirical research, but also experiences. One of her students said of Dr. Hardee, “She had a different definition of scholarship…Florida State, of course, was in the research university mode…you can imagine what that means for faculty. She came from a different perspective, that research is putting things together in new ways, making people think about things in new ways. It is what she did in the classroom; it is what she did in her presentations. She was not into empirical research as much. She thought there were other ways of learning and doing. She thought that you could learn by doing historical study. You could learn from somebody’s life. You could learn from what they believed and did. You could learn by doing survey research and asking people and then putting that together in some way with outcomes” (p. 109). As we continue to grow as scholars, we must create our own definition of scholarship. How do we research? How do we continue to be lifelong learners? How do we pass on the knowledge we have gained at Florida State? In Student Affairs graduate programs, I think we sometimes get caught up in our assistantships, our internships, student meetings, etc. and some-times we forget the importance of the classroom. Sometimes the classroom becomes secondary in our everyday lives. How many of you have (or have been tempted to) put off doing a homework assignment because of a student meeting or an event? I know I have been tempted. But, it is in the classroom that we gain the basis for our knowledge. It is in the classroom that we learn how to back up our gut feeling with evi-dence. It is in the classroom that we learn about areas that may not be as exciting to us, but are important in understanding our own job. It is in the classroom that we learn about theory, which guides the student experience and our practice. It is in the classroom that we debate each other. It is in the classroom that we practice our writing and our speaking skills. It is in the classroom that we learn. I’ve learned a lot in my time here at FSU, and in every class, not only did I learn the content, but I learned many other lessons. The professors in this program each taught me different things:

The importance of feedback, and how real feedback helps you to be a skilled instructor. To always begin with history. For where we have been will help us to understand where we need to go. The value of assessment, both in the classroom and in our profession. I was taught how to critically read an article, I mean, critically read an article, and to be able to understand how it applies. I have learned that in order to finish a dissertation you have to happily write, making progress every day. And I learned that I am capable of doing more and achieving more than I ever thought I would be able to do.

I am proud of these things I have learned, not to mention the thousands of other pieces of knowledge I have picked up along the way. I am also proud of the legacy that I have the fortune to follow in carrying Dr. Hardee’s name on my résumé. But, I am truly proud of the work I have done and the fact that today, I share that honor with you. We are the future of the profession, and I am proud that we are the ones representing Florida State. Thank you very much, and congratulations on your honor.


2012 Dalton Institute on College Student Values


By Jessica Dean, (Master’s student) The Dalton Institute on College Student Values staff is excited to invite the Higher Education LifeNet to the 2012 Dalton Institute,

held from February 2-4, 2011 here on Florida State’s campus. The 22nd Annual Institute will focus around issues of social entrepreneurism, with the theme of Values to Action: Preparing College Students to be Positive Changemakers in the Global Society.

The featured keynote speakers for this year’s Dalton Institute are: Dr. Eboo Patel, Founder and President of Interfaith Youth Core (IFYC) and renowned author; Ms. Jessica Jackley, Co-founder of Kiva.org in 2005 and Profounder in 2009; Dr. Elizabeth Griego, Vice President for Student Life at the University of the Pacific and Past President of NASPA; Mr. Spencer Ton, Assistant Director of the Global Center for Social Entrepreneurship at the University of the Pacific; and Mr. Jacob Okumu, Ph.D. Candidate in Higher Education and Student Affairs at Ohio University.

The event will kick off Thursday evening with Dr. Eboo Patel’s keynote lecture at the DoubleTree Hotel in downtown Tallahassee. Dr. Patel is a widely published author, serving as a regular contributor to the Washington Post, USA Today, and CNN as well as recently publishing an award-winning book, entitled Acts of Faith. A former Rhodes Scholar, Dr. Patel has also served as a member of President Obama’s inaugural Advisory Council of the White House Office of Faith-based and Neighborhood Partnerships.

On Friday, the day begins with a session by Jessica Jackley, who is known for co-founding two social venturing organizations, Kiva.org and ProFounder. According to her biography, Kiva.org was “the world’s first peer-to-peer online micro-lending website,” and ProFounder “provides new ways for small businesses in the U.S. to access start-up funding through community involvement.” Currently, she also teaches Global Entrepreneurship at the Marshall School of Business at the University of Southern California.

In the afternoon, participants will enjoy a joint presentation by Dr. Elizabeth Griego and Mr. Spencer Ton. Dr. Griego’s scholarship focuses on the practice of student affairs, assessment of learning, accreditation review, leadership development, and the history of professional women in the United States. She is not only a researcher and student affairs practitioner; she is also an educator and an advocate of community service. In addition to serving in the Global Center for Social Entrepreneurship on the campus of the University of the Pacific, Mr. Ton serves as a member of the executive team for the Friends of Hue Foundation (FHF) in Vietnam. According to his biography, he is in the process of developing Saigon Laundry, which aims to address “ethical production standards, human rights, and economic development in Vietnam.”

The final keynote speaker on Saturday is Jacob Okumu. Jacob currently serves as a doctoral student and Resident Director on the campus of Ohio University in Athens, Ohio. Recently, he completed a two year appointment as a graduate associate for the US Department of Education College Adjustment Trio Program where he served students who are traditionally under-represented in higher education. A speaker of five languages, Jacob has participated in service learning projects in several countries, including Rwanda and the Republic of Tchad.

Once again, the staff of the Dalton Institute will recognize both an outstanding practice (Best Practices Award) and an outstanding dissertation (Dissertation of the Year Award) relevant to the field of college student character and values development. With concurrent sessions focusing on social entrepreneurism, this year’s Dalton Institute proves to be an interesting and informative program. The Dalton Institute staff hopes to see many members of the LifeNet in attendance! For more information, or to register for the Dalton Institute, please visit our website at: http://studentvalues.fsu.edu/. Also, please consider following us on Twitter @DaltonInstitute.

By Joe O’Geen (Master’s student) On the crisp evening of Friday, October 21st, twelve higher education students gathered in the back dining room of Beef O’Brady’s to share a

meal with the infamous Dr. Joseph Beckham. Students consisted of both Ph.D. and master’s levels, some of whom had already been enlightened by Dr. Beckham’s teachings and others who were meeting him for the very first time. Attendees were delighted to be able to attend the dinner and were very engrossed in the evening’s proceedings; Dr. Beckham, of course, came prepared with a written agenda.

Exactly one week away from his retirement luncheon, it only seemed appropriate that Dr. Beckham open with a few of life’s lessons that he learned up through retirement. A few of these lessons included the following: if you have to ask whether a contract is required, then the answer is yes, a contract is required, words are worthy of noting no matter the source, and my personal favorite, the importance of the sagely nod; we all actually practiced the art of a sagely nod. In addition to imparting some of life’s lessons, Dr. Beckham shared a few noteworthy short stories. If the opportunity should ever present itself, I highly encourage you to ask Dr. Beckham about the story of the pilgrim, the fox, and the bird.

The rest of the evening was spent better acquainting ourselves with Dr. Beckham. We learned that Dr. Beckham worked in the private sector, served as administrative counsel to a lieutenant governor, and then decided return to school to pursue a Ph.D. to enter the field of higher ed. Dr. Beckham has been a professor at FSU since 1980 and has made significant contributions not only to the field, but also to the department. Dr. Beckham serves as a mentor to many of the faculty members and aligns his style of mentoring with his past mentors that pushed him and challenged him. On the topic of mentorship, Dr. Beckham mentioned that sometimes all it takes is for someone to realize the potential in you and to push you to the limits to achieve your full potential.

In his spare time Dr. Beckham enjoys running, the outdoors, and spending time with his wife, daughter, and grandchildren. When he enters retirement Dr. Beckham looks forward to more time spent with his family and other hobbies. After entering retirement Dr. Beckham stressed that he will maintain strong ties to the department, especially those that he currently mentors.

Spending an evening with Dr. Beckham and colleagues was bittersweet, but a priceless experience. I think I speak for all who attended when I say that we were lucky to interact with one of ELPS’s most-valued gems before his departure for retirement.

Dinner Dialogue with Dr. Joe Beckham


Meet the Newest ‘Noles

Marilyn Anglade has an assistantship in the Office of Undergraduate Research. She earned her bachelor’s degree in Public Relations from the University of Florida and a law degree from Florida A&M University. As an undergraduate she was a Resident Advisor, Preview Orientation Leader, and a First Year Florida Peer Leader. Kathleen Callahan (pictured right), has a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology from North Carolina State University and a Master of Arts in College Student Affairs from the University of South Florida. Her assistantship is with the Higher Education Program. Kathleen was the NASPA Region III New Professional of the Year for 2010.

Shawna Patterson (pictured left), has an assistantship with university housing. She earned a Bachelors of Science in Sociology from Central Michigan University and a Master of Arts in Student Affairs from Michigan State University. Shawna has served as the Culture Fest Chair for the Committee on Multicultural Affairs and the Public Relations Chair for the Pan African Network in ACPA. She is also part of the Social

Justice Task Force for ACPA. Dana Urrutia currently works as an admissions coordinator for the Florida State University College of Medicine. She earned a Bachelor’s of Arts in Communication, a Graduate Certificate in Project Management, and a Master’s of Science in Integrated Marketing and Management Communications from Florida State University. Dana received the Faculty Council Award for Exemplary Staff Service from the College of Medicine for 2009-2010. Adam Young works as the Program Assistant for the Assistant Dean of Development in the College of Education. He has a Bachelor’s of Science in Recreation and Leisure Studies and a Master’s of Science in Sports Administration. Both degrees are from Florida State University. .

Paige Acker has her assistantship with ACE Tutoring. She received a Bachelor’s of Arts in Communication and Information Sciences from the University of Alabama. She is a member of Alpha Omicron Pi and was on the Panhellenic Executive Council as an undergraduate. Mohamed Barakat earned Bachelor’s of Science in Management Science from Bridgewater State College. Mohamed has an assistantship with Dr. Tandberg and a CHERTI research assistant. As an undergraduate he was president of the Program Committee, Student Government Association Parliamentarian, and served as a Resident Advisor and Orientation Leader. Matthew Barnes is a graduate assistant in the New Student and Family Programs Office. He has a Bachelor’s of Arts in Psychology from the University of Maryland. As an undergraduate he was involved with the orientation program, served as a Resident Advisor, teaching assistant, and was a HELP Center Crisis Counselor and Member of Board. Drea Blaine has an assistantship as the Assistant Coordinator of Housing for Wildwood Hall. She has a Bachelor’s of Science in Psychology from Otterbein University. As an undergraduate she was involved with residence life, new student orientation, Habitat for Humanity, and Delta Omicron. Rebecca Bovio has a Bachelor’s of Arts in English from Baylor University. Her assistantship is with the Career Center working with Freshman Outreach and the ePortfolio. As an undergraduate she was the Student Government Legislative Secretary, Mortar Board Social Chair, The Pulse Undergraduate Research Journal Secretary. She also served as the Panhellenic Delegate and Vice President of Public Relations for her sorority, Tri Delta. Brittany Brewster has an assistantship with the Center for Academic Retention and Excellence. She earned a Bachelor’s of Science in Communications from Florida International University. As an undergraduate she was the Student Government Association Lectures Chair and a Strong Women Strong Girls Mentor. Nathan Bunch earned degrees in Sociology and Mexican American Studies from the University of Texas. He has an assistantship in the Center for Leadership and Civic Education. As an undergraduate he was involved with student government, the Latino Pan-Hellenic Council, and Sigma Lambda Beta. Ryan Clingan has an assistantship working the General Administration Program. He has a Bachelor’s of Arts in Philosophy from Point Park University.

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Sendi Colquitt earned a Bachelor’s of Arts in Psychology from Florida International University. As an undergraduate she was vice president of the Black Student Union University Wide Council, a Strong Women Strong Girls Mentor, and was the chair for the 2nd Annual Florida Black Student Union Conference. Her assistantship is with Union Productions. Zachary Davis has an assistantship as Assistant Coordinator of Administrative Services with University Housing. He earned a Bachelor’s of Science in Mathematics from Mississippi College. As an undergraduate he was the Student Government Association Treasurer, an intern for Student Activities, a Resident assistant, and vice president of Mathematics Association of America. Jessica Dean (pictured right), graduated from Clemson University with a Bachelor’s of Science in Psychology. As an undergraduate she was the Vice President of Administration for Kappa Alpha Theta, President of Habitat for Humanity, President of Omicron Delta Kappa, and a member of Mortar Board. Chris Decle has Bachelor’s of Science in Finance and Real Estate from Florida State University. As an undergraduate he was the treasurer of Kite boarding Association. He has an assistantship with the Office of Financial Aid. Alex DiCenso has an assistantship with University Housing as the assistant coordinator of Night Staff. She has a Bachelor’s of Arts in English from Boston College. As an undergraduate she was a resident advisor and the Resident Assistant Council Chair. Arthur Doctor has a Bachelor’s of Arts in History from Clemson University. As an undergraduate he was president of the National Pan-Hellenic Council, Vice President of Campus and Community Relations for the Black Student Union, the South Carolina Assistant Director for Alpha Phi Alpha, and a member of the Blue Key Honor Society. He has as assistantship in the Office of Greek Life. Carolyn Harris has an assistantship in the Center for Leadership and Civic Education. She graduated from California State University-Fresno with a Bachelors of Science in Interior Design. As an undergraduate she was the founder and president of Beta Phi Epsilon Sorority, on the Union Board of Directors, and a member of Union Productions. Kevin Hemer graduated from the University of Maryland with a Bachelor’s of Arts in Government and Politics. As an undergraduate he was Vice President of Membership Development for the Inter-Fraternity Council and an orientation team leader. He was also the AmeriCorps VISTA at the University of Tampa. He has an assistantship in the Center for Leadership and Civic Education. Tamara Howard has an assistantship with the Career Center. She graduated from Florida Atlantic University with a Bachelor’s of Arts in Mathematics and Economics. As an undergraduate, she was FARH Director, Head Orientation Week Leader, and a student telecounselor.

Shelby Huffman graduated from Florida State University with a Bachelor’s of Science in Psychology. She has an assistantship with Advising First. Chanelle Johnson has an assistantship with Advising First. She has a Bachelor’s of Arts in Psychology from the University of South Carolina. As an undergraduate she was a Minority Assistance Peer Counselor, Team Capitan for Relay for Life, and President of the Association of Black Psychologists.

Kim Kolk (pictured left), has Bachelor’s of Science’s in both Advertising and Public Relations from Florida Southern College. As an undergraduate she was a resident advisor, southern ambassador, Assistant Coordinator for Student Involvement and in charge of New Member Education for Gamma Phi Beta Sorority. Her assistantship is with University Housing as the Assistant Coordinator of Ragans Hall.

Jerusha Labady graduated from the University of Florida with a Bachelor’s of Science in Management. As an undergraduate she was a resident advisor and a member of the Inter Resident Hall Council. She has an assistantship with University Housing. Jessica Lauther has an assistantship with the Career Center. She has a Bachelor’s of Arts in Communications from the University of South Florida. As an undergraduate she was a university experience TA, President of Student Bulls Club, and Alumnae Chair for Chi Omega. Kathryn Letcher has a Bachelor’s of Science in Recreation Management from Appalachian State University. As an undergraduate she was treasurer of the Recreation Management Association, the University Recreation Informal Recreation Intern, marketing chair for Chi Omega, programmer for University recreation Council, and a student orientation undergraduate leader. Troy Mahler graduated from Florida State University with a Bachelor’s of Science in Social Science. As an undergraduate he was row leader for the Marching Chiefs. He has an assistantship with the College of Engineering. Lauren Meyer has an assistantship with International Programs. She graduated from Texas A&M University with a Bachelor’s of Business Administration in Management. As an undergraduate she was the Executive Director of the Memorial Student Center’s Freshmen in Service and Hosting. SaraMargaret Mladenka graduated from Louisiana State University with a Bachelor’s of Science in Math. She has an assistantship with the Union Board. She is a member of the Delta Gamma Sorority. Joe O’Geen has a Bachelor’s of Science in Environmental Studies from Emory University. As an undergraduate he was Captain of the Orientation Leader Program, an Emory Blue and Gold tour Guide, Ring Committee Co-chair, and a member of the Student Alumni Association. He has an assistantship with the Office of Vice President of Student Affairs.

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Brittany Philbert graduated from La Salle University with Bachelor’s of Art’s in both Criminal justice and History. As an undergraduate she was a resident advisor, president of Alpha Phi Theta Criminal Justice Honor Society, campus activities assistant, and J Board chair. Kim Powell has a Bachelor’s of Science in Social Science and Philosophy from Florida State University. As an undergraduate she was president of the Student Government Association, a member of University Judicial Board, and a resident advisor. Karli Sherman has an assistantship with Dance Marathon in Student Activities. She graduated from the University of Louisiana at Lafayette with a Bachelor’s of General Studies in General Studies of Arts and Humanities. As an undergraduate she was president of Alpha Omicron Pi Fraternity, a member of the Pan-Hellenic council, student government association, and the Honors program board. Anil Shetty graduated from the University of Florida with a Bachelor’s of Science in Psychology. As an undergraduate he was on the staff of the Orientation program and a research assistant. He has an assistantship with Student Rights and Responsibilities. Yih Tsao has a Bachelor’s of Science in Biology from the University of Alabama at Birmingham. He also has a Master’s of Science in Biotechnology from the University of Alabama Birmingham. He was a member of the Student Government Association Senate, co-chair of the Leadership and Service Council, trumpet section leader for the Marching Blazers, an international mentor, a resident advisor, president of the World student association, and the executive director of the InterCulture Committee. He has an assistantship with University Housing. Mina Utt has an assistantship with University Housing. She graduated from the University of Maryland with a Bachelor’s of Arts in Anthropology. As an undergraduate she was Head Resident Advisor, an Orientation Advisor, and student coordinator of education. Steven Wiley graduated from Florida State University and works for University Housing. As an undergraduate he was a resident advisor, Vice President of Omicron Delta Kappa and Vice President of Theta Chi Fraternity. Erik Wilkinson has an assistantship with the Office of National Fellowships. He graduated from Florida Gulf Coast University with a Bachelor’s of Arts in Political Science. As an undergraduate he was an orientation leader, orientation student coordinator, and Vice President of Member Development for Sigma Phi Epsilon. Alyssa Zewe (pictured right), graduated from Florida State University with a Bachelor’s of Arts in English Literature. As an undergraduate she was a counselor for the Center for Academic Retention and Enhancement, social chair for Literary Honors Society, and a mentor at an elementary school.

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