The University of Tennessee at Martin Faculty and Staff Newsletter |December 1, 2014

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A “Holiday at UTM” concert will be presented at 7 p.m., Thursday, Dec. 4, in the Harriet Fulton Theatre. Refreshments will be served at 6 p.m., followed by the concert at 7, which is sponsored by the Department of Music.

Tickets are $15 for persons 12 and older, $5 for students ages 6 to 11, and children under 6 years of age will be admitted

free of charge. Tickets can be purchased at the door or by calling 731-881-7402.

Featured performers include the New Pacer Singers, the Wind Ensemble, the Jazz Band and the University Singers. Faculty chamber performances will also be presented.

The event will be recorded by WLJT-DT and broadcast at a later date.

‘Holiday at UTM’ set for Thursday, Dec. 4

FORMER ENGLISH FACULTY MEMBER RETURNS TO SPEAK AT YOUNG WRITERS CONFERENCE – Dr. Leslie LaChance, former UT Martin faculty member in the Department of English and Modern Foreign Languages, returned to campus Nov. 14 to teach a series of workshops for the Young Writers Conference. LaChance, one of the Young Writers Conference founders when she taught at UT Martin, now teaches literature and writing at Volunteer State Community College in Gallatin, Tenn. She also provided the conference’s keynote address and read from some of her writings following a luncheon in the Duncan Ballroom. Dr. John Glass, assistant professor of English, organized the 2014 conference.

HONORED FOR FIVE YEARS OF UNIVERSITY SERVICE – Honored for five years of service were (seated, left to right): Holly Dethloff, development; Dana Hagan, physical plant administration; Debbie Travis, custodial services; and Carrie Arant, agriculture, geosciences and natural resources; (standing, left to right): UT President Joe DiPietro; Mark Ellegood, building services; LeAnne Perry, academic records; Ryne Rickman, sports information; Joe Henderson, student affairs; Tim Boyd, custodial services; Benny Quintero, custodial services; and UT Martin Chancellor Tom Rakes. Recognized but not attending were: Jeffrey Watson, custodial services; Jerry Forsythe, Parsons Center; Teddy Smith, building services; Kevin McMillan, intercollegiate athletics-women’s basketball; Jacob Pentecost, information technology services; Ben Moore, care of grounds; Cindy Cooper, housing; Stephanie Hayslett, Student Health and Counseling Services; Mickey Griffin, HVAC; Vickie Pflueger, institutional research; and Ann Stafford, mathematics and statistics.

UT Martin employees were honored for their university service Nov. 18 during the annual Service Awards Brunch at the Holland McCombs Center and the Service Awards Luncheon held in the Boling University Center. University of Tennessee President Joe DiPietro and UT Martin Chancellor Tom Rakes were among those who attended the events and participated in the recognition programs. The Office of the Chancellor sponsors these longstanding employee-recognition activities. NOTE: Recognized but not pictured were: Dr. Richard Griffin, accounting, finance, economics and political science, 35 years of service; and Tim Barrington, visual and theatre arts, and Ann Gardner, mathematics and statistics, both with 40 years of service.

University Service Awards honor UT Martin employees

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HONORED FOR 10 YEARS OF UNIVERSITY SERVICE – Honored for 10 years of service were (seated, left to right): Dr. Amy Yeung, music; Dr. Becky Cox, educational studies; Doug Bloodworth, information technology services; Dr. Mohammad Obadat, engineering; Dr. Misganaw Getaneh, chemistry and physics; Sharon Waterfield, child and family grant programs; and Jennifer Stroh, Boling University Center; (standing, left to right): Brian Stubblefield, information technology services; Brad Burkett, physical plant administration; Dr. Dawn Wilkins, biological sciences; Dr. Beverly Hearn, educational studies; Dr. Kurt Gorman, music; Dr. David Carithers, English and modern foreign languages; Bart Belew, intercollegiate athletics; Tony Warmath, student life; and Tammy Stanford, admissions. Recognized but not attending were: Debi Adcock, student affairs; Dr. Mickey Dunlap, mathematics and statistics; Kevin Gallimore, HVAC; Jamie Hamilton, building services; Janie Hamilton, custodial services; Dr. Chuck Hammond, English and modern foreign languages; Dr. Ashley Kilburn, management, marketing and information systems; David Klinkefus, custodial services; Avery Lawson, building services; Susan Lemond, accounting, finance, economics and political science; Dr. Paula Moore, accounting, finance, economics and political science; Sam Richardson, Paul Meek Library; Gordon Sanders, intercollegiate athletics-track; Diane Shaw, visual and theatre arts; Dr. Mark Simmons, music; Courtney Sowell, information technology services; and Dr. Denise Williams, management, marketing and information systems.

HONORED FOR 15 YEARS OF UNIVERSITY SERVICE – Honored for 15 years of service were (seated, left to right): Cheryl Branon, academic records; Sharon Robertson, Student Services and Student Mentoring Center; Rebecca Baker, physical plant administration; Linda Luther, nursing; Amy Belew, information technology services; and Petra McPhearson, finance and administration; (standing, left to right): Fimis Halkias, Boling University Center; Dr. Michelle Merwin, behavioral sciences; Dr. Bob LeMaster, engineering; Joe Estes, warehouse; Pete Gibson, HVAC; Dr. Jeff Hoyer, communications; Dr. Cahit Erkal, chemistry and physics; and Pat Austin, business affairs. Recognized but not attending were: Shannon Deal, Student Health and Counseling Services; Dr. Ginny Esch, educational studies; Quentin Klinkefus, custodial services; Lane Last, visual and theatre arts; Debra Rubio, Margaret Perry Children’s Center; Tim Williams, HVAC; and Ken Zimmerman, visual and theatre arts.

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HONORED FOR 20 YEARS OF UNIVERSITY SERVICE – Honored for 20 years of service were (seated, left to right): Cindy Gaylord, Paul Meek Library; Janice Lee, equity and diversity; Virginia Grimes, WestStar Leadership Program; (standing, left to right): Dr. Paula Gale, agriculture, geosciences and natural resources; Butch Dowty, athletics administration; and Dr. John Schommer, mathematics and statistics. Recognized but not attending were: Debbie Ammons, Honors Programs; Dr. John Collins, biological sciences; Dr. Deborah Gibson, health and human performance; Dr. Stephanie Kolitsch, SACS Accreditation; Jerris Kosta, physical plant administration; Dr. Mike McCullough, management, marketing and information systems; and Tracey Mires, extended campus and online studies.

HONORED FOR 25 YEARS OF UNIVERSITY SERVICE – Honored for 25 years of service were (seated, left to right): Robbie Hillmans, management, marketing and information systems; Mary Baker, development; and Dr. Lynn Alexander, humanities and fine arts; (standing, left to right): Dr. Dan Pigg, english and modern foreign languages; Dr. Rick Thomas, chemistry and physics; Hogan Courtney, warehouse; and Dr. Bill Davis, accounting, finance, economics and political science. Recognized but not attending were Ken Fackler, international programs and international admissions; and Jim Nance, Paul Meek Library.

HONORED FOR 30 YEARS OF UNIVERSITY SERVICE – Honored for 30 years of service were (seated, left to right): Susan Box, financial aid and scholarships; Susie Nanney, Computer Store; Julie Cooper, Paul Meek Library; Charlene LoVette, public safety; and Trudy Henderson, athletics administration; (standing, left to right): Dr. Chris Caldwell, mathematics and statistics; Mike Abney, finance and administration; Doug Cook, visual and theatre arts; Sheryl Frazier, financial aid and scholarships; and Terry Lewis, information technology services. Recognized but not attending was Susan Waterfield, history and philosophy.

HONORED FOR 45 YEARS OF UNIVERSITY SERVICE – Honored for 45 years of service were Lesley Martin, custodial services, and Sandra Brackett, academic records.

RETIREES HONORED FOR UNIVERSITY SERVICE – University retirees honored were (seated, left to right): Stephanie Mueller, Student Services and Success Mentoring Center, 24 years; Judy Kerley, business affairs, 42 years; and Jan Wainscott, housing, 26 years; (standing, left to right): Darlene Shanklin, English and modern foreign languages, 31 years; Elwood Doss, music, 11 years; and Mary Sue Hatchel, financial aid and scholarships, 27 years. Recognized but not attending were: Candy Goad, Student Services and Success Mentoring Center, 29 years; Mac Kester, housing, 18 years; Jeff Luther, paint shop, 11 years; Kathy Marcus, extended campus and online studies, 29 years; Vernon Parker, care of grounds, 15 years; Elaine Robey, business affairs, eight years; Glenda Veatch, Margaret Perry Children’s Center, 33 years; Judy Woodard, financial aid and scholarships, 22 years; and Jeff Ziegler, post office, 19 years

YoUTM students, faculty and staff working together

n Terry Duncan, mentor, Student Services and Success Mentoring Center, recently performed as trombonist with the Dyersburg Community Orchestra at the annual Fall Concert at the First Baptist Church Sanctuary in Newbern. He also performed with the Paducah Community Band at the annual Veterans Day Concert held at the Robert Cherry Civic Center in Paducah.n The Non-Traditional

Student Association held a charity fundraiser in Dresden and raised more than $800 in two weeks. The Sigma Alpha Epsilon Fraternity assisted the NTSA with staffing a table at the Boling University Center. Santa’s Helpers offers emergency food and clothing to families who have experienced a traumatic life event. During Christmas, Santa’s Helpers accepts applications from families in need who wouldn’t otherwise be able to provide Christmas gifts to their children. The purpose of the NTSA is to promote the educational experience of non-traditional students, offer a network of support and to advocate on behalf of non-traditional students both at UT Martin and in the community. Amanda Mansfield is president, and Will Flowers, Office of Disability Services, is the organization’s adviser. n (Photo right, l to r)

Debbie Hunter (College of Agriculture and Applied Sciences), Debi Adcock (Division of Student Affairs), Samantha Ray (Department of Communications) and Susan Waterfield (Department of History and Philosophy) were among the West Tennessee representatives to the 2014 Administrative Professionals

Retreat, Nov. 19-21, at the Park Vista Hotel in Gatlinburg. The University of Tennessee Office of Employee and Organizational Development sponsored and organized the event. “Begin it Now! Creating Purpose and Being Deliberate in Your Work and Life” was the theme. n Dr. Darshak Patel,

assistant professor of economics, Department of Accounting, Finance, Economics, and Political Science, has had a paper accepted for publication: Al-bahrani, Abdullah & Darshak Patel. 2015. “Incorporating Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook in Economics Classrooms,” Journal of Economic Education. 46 (1), 1-12.n Dr. Mark Simpson,

professor of geography, and Dr. Chris Karmosky, assistant professor of meteorology, Department of Agriculture, Geosciences, and Natural Resources, and UT Martin students were featured in a Thanksgiving weekend story on WBBJ-TV in Jackson about the university’s meteorology program. Search “UT Martin meteorology program, WBBJ-TV” to see both the video package and story on the station’s website.n Bill Waterman, director of

athletic bands and instructor of music, Department of Music,

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was guest conductor Nov. 22-23 for a “Tuba Christmas” in Jackson, Mich. “Tuba Christmas” brings musicians of like instruments together to play carols. The audience is always invited to sing-a-long with the performance, which adds to the holiday spirit. In Jackson, more than 30 participants were on stage and performed to a standing-room-only audience. The event included students from 7th grade and adults with over 40 years of playing experience (see accompanying photo above; Waterman is pictured in the center). Waterman will host the 1st Annual Martin Tuba Christmas starting at 3 p.m., Dec. 7, in the Harriet Fulton Theatre.

n Correction – A photo and caption published in the Nov. 3 edition of Addenda and also released to the media recognizing faculty members who has earned promotions, tenure and/or awards omitted Dr. Kate Stumpo. She was promoted from assistant to associate professor and should have been listed. We are pleased to offer this correction and regret the omission.

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•Fall semester classes end Friday, Dec. 5; final exams Dec. 6-12

•Dec. 1 – Richard Morgan Drewry, Senior Recital, Harriet Fulton Theatre, 7:30 p.m.

•Dec. 1 – Gospel Choir, Oak Grove Missionary Baptist Church, 7:30 p.m.

•Dec. 2 – Percussion Master Class, Jonathan Ovalle, Percussion Recital Hall, 2:30 p.m.

•Dec. 3 – Concert Series: Percussion Recital with Guest Artist Jonathan Ovalle, Percussion Recital Hall, 5 p.m.

•Dec. 3 – Skyhawk Men’s Basketball at Northern Kentucky, 6 p.m.

•Dec. 4 – Skyhawk Women’s

CalendarBasketball at Alabama, 6 p.m.

•Dec. 4 – Holiday Scholarship Benefit Concert, “Holiday at UTM,” Harriet Fulton Theatre, 7 p.m. (admission charge)

•Dec. 5 – Fall Semester Classes End

•Dec. 5 – League of Striving Artists, Art Bazaar, Fine Arts Building Gallery, 11 a.m. – 7 p.m.

•Dec. 5 – Holiday Open House, Boling University Center, Room 206, 3:30-5 p.m.

•Dec. 6 – Skyhawk Men’s Basketball at Longwood, 4 p.m.

•Dec. 6 - League of Striving Artists, Art Bazaar, Fine Arts

RIDGEWAY HIGH SCHOOL VISITS UT MARTIN – Students from Ridgeway High School in Memphis visited UT Martin on Nov. 14, a visit made possible by the Office of Alumni Relations and university alumni who are staff members at the school. Students toured portions of the campus and learned about UT Martin academic programs and other opportunities. The Office of Minority Affairs also assisted with the half-day visit. Pictured after activities concluded and as students were preparing to depart for Memphis were Charley Deal, assistant vice chancellor for alumni relations; Regina Carter, 1991 UTM graduate and school counselor; Ben Hartsfield, 1992 UTM graduate and assistant principal; and Dr. Annie Jones, Office of Minority Affairs.

Building Gallery, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.

•Dec. 6 – Robert Elam, Senior Tuba Recital, Blankenship Recital Hall, 1 p.m.

•Dec. 6 – All-West Coaching Session, 2 p.m. (email music@utm.edu to register)

•Dec. 7 – Skyhawk Women’s Basketball at Illinois State, 2 p.m.

•Dec. 7 – Tuba Christmas Concert, Harriet Fulton Theatre, 3 p.m.

(Note – The Addenda calendar is not a comprehensive listing of university events. Check the Events Calendar at www.utm.edu or utmsports.com for additional university events and activities.)

Department

of musicpresents

“HOLIDAY”at UTM

THURSDAYDECEMBER 4

6 p.m. Refreshments 7 p.m. Concert

Harriet Fulton TheatreFine Arts Building

UT Martin

Adults (12-up) $15Students (6-11) $5Children under 6 Free

Tickets can be purchased at the door, or by contacting Sherry

Adams: (731) 881-7402or sadams@utm.edu

LONDON and PARISTravel Study

Sponsored by UT MartinSpring Break

February 25 – March 7, 2015Among the highlights of the travel study in London will be the Tower of London, St. Paul’s Cathedral, Westminster Abbey, British Museum, watching the changing of the guard at Buckingham Palace, and a day trip to Stonehenge and Bath. Then, after taking the Eurostar train to Paris, see The Arc de Triomphe, Sacré Coeur, Seine River Cruise, Notre-Dame, the Louvre, Napoleon’s tomb, Eiffel Tower and a tour of Versailles.

General InformatIon on the travel Cost:• ESTIMATED Cost: $3,750 per person - double occupancy (Single room will be an additional $845)• Roundtrip bus from Martin to Memphis • Roundtrip airfare from Memphis to London and Paris• Transfers between the airports and hotels• Admissions to all scheduled events• The Eurostar train from London to Paris• Train to Versailles • Ten nights hotel accommodations • Buffet breakfast daily • Hotel service charges and taxes (VAT)

* Academic Credit is Available

For more information on the London and Paris program contact:

Dr. Jeff Hoyer731-514-3197jhoyer@utm.edu

Dr. Susan Buckelew731-881-7544buckelew@utm.edu

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Dr. Douglas A. Owens Jr.Assistant Professor of Music

Department of Music

When I was a kid, I was always “big boned.” By the time I moved to Colorado for my first full-time college teaching job, I was smoking, eating lots of fast food and was living a sedentary lifestyle. When I started dating the woman who later became my wife, I was really embarrassed by how being out of shape made it hard to participate in many of the outdoor activities that she wanted to share with me. In December 2009, one of my most influential professors died in his mid-50s; his shortened years were certainly not helped out any by his being overweight. It was at that point that I truly began to realize that I wasn’t on the path to health that I wanted to travel. I joined up at a local gym, started eating healthier foods, stopped smoking, and I have been making my physical fitness a priority ever since. All in all, I have the most energy that I have ever had, and I’ve lost over 100 pounds since I was in graduate school!

I wouldn’t say that I necessarily enjoy the idea of getting up before dawn to head to the gym, but I know that I feel better once I get there. My mornings through the week usually begin shortly after the Student Recreation Center opens with a moderate 30- to 60- minute jog on the treadmill. If I have time before class, I fit in some moderate weight training.

Doug’s Advice: If you’re looking for motivation to get a little more active, I’ve got a few points of advice that help get me out of the door in the mornings. Even though it costs a little bit of time and effort to work out, you pay yourself back throughout the day with extra energy, a higher level of physical efficiency, and the overall feeling of accomplishment and pride that comes from taking care of yourself. Even more importantly, by taking care of your physical health, you empower and enable yourself to contribute more and more energy, passion and productivity to the lives of your family, friends, spouses, students, cohorts and colleagues.

The Office of Campus Recreation is recognizing individuals and groups who are making extra efforts to elevate their fitness levels. We commend your friends and colleagues by deeming them “UTM Fit.”

“Questions and Answers” about UT Martin

n Question – How do we pay for repairs and improvements to our parking lots?

YoU Tell Me n Answer – Revenues from vehicle registration and parking fines are used for repairs and improvements to university parking lots. These collections also fund the traffic management operation. Funds that are not used during the fiscal year are transferred to the “parking authority reserve account” and are used as needed.

Submit your questions to the Suggestion Box link at www.utm.edu.

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