During our National AlumniAssociation meeting, held onMarch 1, 2003, the Honorable

Clarence W. Blount, a graduate of MorganState University’s Class of 1950, was unani-mously voted to receive the coveted“Alumnus of the Year” award. SenatorBlount, who passed away on April 12,2003, was a dedicated and well-respectedmember of the Maryland State Senate andprovided continuous public service for morethan 32 years. He retired in 2002 as theSenate’s first African-American MajorityLeader, a position he held for 19 years.

A native of South Creek, NorthCarolina, Senator Blount served in the U.S.Armed Forces from 1942-1946 and foughtin World War II. In 1950, he graduatedfrom Morgan with a degree in PoliticalScience, then later attended Johns HopkinsUniversity and earned his M.L.A. degree in1965. He completed four years of graduatestudy work in International Law andInternational Relations at GeorgetownUniversity in Washington, DC, and receivedhonorary Doctor of Law degrees fromMorgan State University in 1980 and fromWestern Maryland College in 1982.

Prior to serving in the Maryland StateSenate, Senator Blount worked as an educa-tor and administrator for 24 years. Duringthis period in his life, he was Principal ofthe Paul Laurence Dunbar CommunityHigh School and Chairman of the

Department of Social Science andExecutive Assistant to the President forBaltimore City Community College.

Senator Blount was recognized for hisachievements throughout the years andreceived a number of honors. He has beenlisted in Who’s Who in American Politics,the Ebony Success Library’s 1,000Successful Blacks, Who’s Who in BlackCorporate America, and the handbook ofState Legislative Leaders.

He attended Grace Presbyterian Churchand also served on its Board of Trustees. Inaddition, Senator Blount served as Trustee

Emeritus at McDaniel College and on theboards of the Associated Black Charities,Sinai and Provident hospitals, and theKennedy Krieger Children’s Hospital, Inc.Always a well-rounded person in the com-munity, Senator Blount was a member ofthe Baltimore Urban League; the NationalAssociation for the Advancement ofColored People; Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity,Inc.; Sigma Pi Phi Fraternity, Inc., GammaBoule, as well as a member of theDemocratic National Committee and theAcademy of Political and Social Science.

As a life member of the Morgan StateUniversity National Alumni Association,Inc., Senator Blount remained an avid sup-porter of his alma mater. He worked tire-lessly to sponsor and support legislation forparity in funding for the University. Tohonor his tremendous efforts, BlountTowers, a 600-bed residence hall onMorgan’s campus, was erected in 1991.

In recognition of his public service,leadership, financial support and commu-nity service, the MSU National AlumniAssociation, Inc. is pleased to nameSenator Clarence W. Blount as the 2003Alumnus of the Year. He will be sadlymissed, and his proud legacy will neverbe forgotten.

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Chapter & Class News . . .4

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ALUMNINewsM o r g a n S t a t e U n i v e r s i t y • N a t i o n a l A l u m n i A s s o c i a t i o n , I n c .

ALUMNUS OF THE YEAR(Posthumously)

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The Honorable Clarence W. Blount - Retired Senator, Decorated War Veteran and Educator

On Sunday,May 18,2003, we

will celebrate Morgan’sgraduation. The commencementspeaker for this year’s127th graduating classwill be the HonorableMichael S. Steele,

Lieutenant Governor for the state of Maryland. The ceremony will begin promptly at

10:00 a.m. in the W.A.C. Hughes Stadium.All attendees are urged to be seated by9:45 a.m.

The Honorary Degree Recipients are:Mr. Charles Cawley, President & CEO,MBNA and Mr. John Slaughter, President &CEO, The National Action Council forMinorities in Engineering.

LT. GOVERNOR TO ADDRESS STUDENTS AT MORGAN’S2003 COMMENCEMENT CEREMONY

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PRESIDENT’SMESSAGE

The entireMorgan fami-ly is saddened

by the loss of SenatorClarence Blount. Weare disappointed sincewe were already plan-ning to honor him in

life for his great deeds and steadfastcommitment to the community and toMorgan. As President Richardson said,“Morgan and Maryland are betterbecause of him.”

As most of the MORGAN Familyshould know by now, we are in the midstof our very first Capital Campaign. Thetheme is: “New Horizons - TheCampaign for Morgan State University.”

Currently, this is our most importantinitiative. With your help, we will beable to increase scholarship awards,enhance educational program offerings,and improve the learning environmentthrough facility construction, repairs andrenovations.

Public institutions only subsist onstate appropriations; they thrive andexcel with the financial support of alum-ni and friends. Here at MORGAN, weare poised to rise to another level ofexcellence and opportunity.

We would implore ALL alumni tosupport this endeavor. While we seekyour financial support, we also want toencourage verbal support.

Our story needs to be told. Whobetter to tell it than MORGAN alumni?I share this information with great pride,but I must confess to an ulterior motive.I always recruit future and lost alumni. Icannot stress enough how this bodes wellfor the future of our beloved MORGAN.

Sincerely,

Stephen O. Russell, Esq.PresidentMSU National Alumni Association, Inc.

HARLOW FULLWOOD, JR.TO RECEIVEHONORARY ALUMNUS AWARD

The MSUNationalAlumni

Association, Inc. isproud to recognizeHarlow Fullwood, Jr.as the HonoraryAlumnus for 2003.Mr. Fullwood, presi-dent of FullwoodFoods, Inc., is theowner of several of themost successfulKentucky FriedChicken franchises inthe nation.

Mr. Fullwood is a native ofAsheville, North Carolina and graduat-ed in 1974 from Baltimore CityCommunity College. He earned hisBachelor of Arts degree from VirginiaUnion University (VUU) where hewas a College All-American footballplayer. After a brief stint in theNational Football League (NFL), Mr.Fullwood joined the Baltimore CityPolice Department. He served as anofficer for 23 years during which hebecame the most decorated lawenforcement officer in the state ofMaryland in terms of community ser-vice. He was The Baltimore Sun’s“1979 Policeman of the Year” andreceived the police department’s“Distinguished Service Award.”

Over the years, Mr.Fullwood has receivedmore than 500 awardsfor excellence in busi-ness and communityservice. He is a mem-ber of the BaltimoreChapter of the NationalCoalition of 100 BlackMen, and a life memberof Alpha Phi AlphaFraternity, Inc. and theNational Association forthe Advancement ofColored People.

Through his foundation, Mr.Fullwood has generated and awardedmore than $6 million in college scholar-ships to more than 500 students. In fact,the Fullwood Annual Recognition andBenefit Breakfast has become thelargest fund-raising event of its kind inMaryland.

Mr. Fullwood has been a dedicated,financial supporter of Morgan for manyyears. He and his wife, Elnora, are bothlife members of the MSU NationalAlumni Association, Inc., and he hasgone the extra mile by paying life mem-berships in the association for his familymembers and employees. Because of hispassion for community service and self-less generosity to Morgan State, theAssociation welcomes Harlow Fullwood,Jr. as its 2003 Honorary Alumnus.

ALUMNI DAY 2003

This year, all classes ending with “3” or “8” will celebrate theirreunion year. Our business meeting will begin at 9:30 a.m. andPresident Richardson will give his annual update on the “State

of the University.” The 63rd Annual Alumni Awards and RecognitionLuncheon will be held on Saturday, May 17, 2003 beginning with areception at 12:00 p.m. The luncheon will follow at 1:00 p.m. in theMcKeldin Center’s Alice Parham Ballroom. The cost of the luncheon is$30.00. Our Master of Ceremonies will be Mr. Nashad Warfield, amember of the Class of 1997. We hope to see you there as we all gatherto reacquaint with old classmates and forge new relationships.

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MSU ALUMNI HONORED AT NAFEO AWARDCEREMONY

Three Morgan Alumni wererecently honored at theNational Association for

Equal Opportunity in HigherEducation’s (NAFEO) 28thAnnual Conference on Blacks inHigher Education, held onSaturday, April 12, 2003 at theWashington Hilton Towers andHotel in Washington, D.C. Forthe past 28 years, NAFEO hasoffered the opportunity to collegesand universities to honor theiralumni for the contributions theyhave made to their alma mater.

Senator Nathaniel McFadden, `68; Nellie Maskal, `69 & `73; Dr. Earl S. Richardson, President;Katherine Evans Ridley, `63; Joyce A. Brown, Dir., Alumni Relations, & Exec. Director, MSUNAA;Stephen O. Russell, Esq., President., MSUNAA

Congratulations to Morgan’s Washington, D.C. MetropolitanAlumni Chapter, who were voted in as this year’s “Chapterof the Year”. Founded in 1947 by 12 Morgan State gradu-

ates, two original members, Mrs. Dorothy Amis and Mrs. VestahBlye, are still active in the organization.

Each year the chapter provides three $2,000 scholarships thatenable local students to attend the University. In addition, theWashington, D.C. Chapter participates in local college fairs andsponsors receptions for prospective students. Chapter membersare ardent supporters of “New Horizons: The Campaign forMorgan State University,” and in 1998, the chapter establishedthe “Parent’s Club.”

The chapter continues to support the National AlumniAssociation by making significant contributions to the MSUFoundation, Alumni Day luncheons, Homecoming festivities, theVarsity “M” Club, the Morgan Choir and the Christian Center.Chapter members also maintain ongoing dialogue with locallyelected officials in Annapolis, MD, to ensure that Morgan remainsa high priority on the legislative agenda, and receives significantfinancial support.

The current president of the MSU National AlumniAssociation, Inc., Stephen O. Russell, Esquire, is also the immedi-

ate past president of the Washington, D.C. Metropolitan AlumniChapter. Over the years, numerous members of the Washingtonchapter have been honored by the National Alumni Association,including 7 Alumni of the Year recipients, 5 Special AchievementAward recipients, 3 Hall of Fame recipients, and 14 NAFEODistinguished Alumni awardees.

WASHINGTON ALUMNI CHAPTER WINSCHAPTER OF THE YEAR

REUNION CLASSES ARE BUSY

The Office of Alumni Relations has assisted a number of classeswith mailings in their efforts to contact classmates and plansuccessful reunion activities.

Class of 1950The Class of 1950 is sponsoring the Arena Playhouse’sProduction of “If My Heart Could Sing - - The BillieHoliday Story”, May 17, 2003, 8:00 p.m., Donation: $20.00- call: (410) 542-0977, (410) 362-9417 or (410) 945-5506

Class of 1953Mrs. Beulah Wallace, Coordinator for the 50th AnniversaryReunion, sent out letters to her class requesting membershipparticipation and outlining the activities for theAlumni/Commencement weekend. This year the class of1953 will celebrate its 50th year reunion by marching withthe class of 2003.

Class of 1954Letters were sent out to the class members from the plan-ning committee outlining plans for class activities. Thecommittee is in the process of locating missing classmates.Please contact the Alumni Relations Office at (443) 885-3015 with any updates.

Class of 1958The Class of 1958 is celebrating their 45th class reunion.Ms. Maureen B. E. Miles, a.k.a. Candy Miles, has complet-ed two mailings to classmates requesting their participation.

Class of 1959Class President James A. Ward sent out letters regardingtheir upcoming reunion, encouraging classmates to partici-pate. They are planning to present the University with aclass gift at their 45th reunion next year.

Class of 1978The class of 1978 will celebrate their 25th anniversary. A mail-ing has been sent to `78’s class members, as well as to the class-es of `77 & `79. They have a number of exciting activitiesplanned. You won’t want to miss this opportunity to participatein your reunion. Please call us if you have not been contacted.

Class of 1994Leandra Ollie, Esq., Class Agent, has also sent a mailing tomembers of her class proposing upcoming events. Ms. Olliecan be contacted at ll_ollie@yahoo.com

Class of 1995Ms. Heidi Bruce, Class Agent, recently sent a mailing to herclassmates encouraging their participation in planning theirupcoming 10-year reunion. You may contact Ms. Bruce athbruce@moac.morgan.edu.

Class of 1998Dara Aquila Govan, Esq. and Tanya D. McDuffie, Esq. sentout a mailing to classmates requesting participation in AlumniDay activities for their fifth-year reunion. A questionnaire(update) on classmates was also included in the mailing. Ifyou are interested, please contact the Alumni Relations Officeat (443) 885-3015.

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CHAPTER&CLASSNEWS

ANNUAL MARTIN LUTHERKING, JR. SCHOLARSHIP BREAKFAST A SUCCESS

The Howard L. Cornish Alumni Chapter hosted its AnnualMartin Luther King, Jr. Scholarship Breakfast on January 4,2003 at Martin’s West on Dogwood Road. Each year, fundsgenerated from the breakfast are awarded to deserving Morganstudents. Mr. Harry E. Johnson, General President of Alpha PhiAlpha Fraternity, Inc., was this year’s guest speaker, andAnthony and Diane McPhail served as the chairpersons.Scholarship money and laptop computers were given to thescholarship recipients. Approximately 1,000 guests attendedthe breakfast.

Ms. Cheryl Hitchcock, `66, Director of Development;Ms. Heidi Bruce, `95, Development Officer and Mrs. JoyceA. Brown, `86 & `01, Director of Alumni Relations, recentlygraduated from the Fundraising School, a division of theCenter on Philanthropy at Indiana University, and receivedtheir Certificates in Fund Raising Management (CFRM). Thecomprehensive fund-raising program, funded by the LillyEndowment and administered by the Thurgood MarshallScholarship Fund, is for Chief Development Officers anddevelopment staff.

THREE INSTITUTIONAL ADVANCEMENTSTAFF MEMBERS RECEIVE CERTIFICATION

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Two chapters have been added to the National Alumni Association’s roster. At our annual Homecoming meeting, held on October25, 2002, the Jacksonville Florida Chapter and the Morgan-On Campus Chapter (MOCA) received their charters. As representativesfrom the chapter were given their charge and pledge of allegiance to the National Alumni Association, they each received formalchartering documents containing the names of their chartered chapter members.

Joyce Brown, Marsha Holmes, Stephen Russell, Reese MarshalTroy Quinn, Michelle Cypress, Tanya Rush, Cheryl Hitchcock, KarenRobertson, Floyd Taliaferro III, V.P., Washington Green, Jr., President, JoyceA.Brown, Stephen Russell, Esq.

HOMECOMING 2003Homecoming 2003 is guaranteed to be a spectacular weekend!

Homecoming weekend kicks off on Friday, October 17th with the19th Annual “Forever Morgan, Morgan Forever” Gala at 7:00 p.m.at Martin’s West on Dogwood Road. More than 1,000 Morganitesand friends will don their black tie apparel to meet and great oldfriends and classmates. For more information, contact theUniversity Advancement Office at (443) 885-3535.

On Saturday, October 18th, the Morgan State Bears will takeon the Howard University Bison. This year, there will be a host ofactivities lined up for our alumni to enjoy. A real strength of ourlegacy is having the support of our alumni, students and friends.Don’t forget to stop by and visit our National Alumni Associationtent, located in Hughes Stadium below the old score board. Welook forward to greeting you.

THE NATIONAL ASSOCIATION CHARTERS TWO NEW CHAPTERS

ReminderReminder notices for our annual membership dues will be mailedout during the month of June. Membership dues cover the fiscalyear, July 1 to June 30, 2004. We look forward to your continuedsupport. Your dues will allow us to continue providing qualityassistance to our alumni, our students and the University.

Morgan-On Campus Chapter Jacksonville Florida Chapter

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Dr. Bernard Barnes, `70, `76, & `95 has recently begunhis tenure as Chair of the Hartford County CommunityCollege Board of Trustees in Hartford County, Maryland.

The Honorable Robert M. Bell, `66 received theD’Alemberte/Raven Award from the American BarAssociation (ABA) Dispute Resolution on March 21, 2003at the Dispute Resolution Section’s spring conference in SanAntonio, Texas. The award recognizes outstanding servicein the field of conflict resolution.

Devon Brown, `71 was named to lead the state Departmentof Corrections by New Jersey Governor James E.McGreevey. He recently served as the number two personin the federal agency that oversees the District ofColumbia’s municipal jail system. As CorrectionalCommissioner, Brown will oversee 9,700 employees, 8 stateprisons, 3 youth correctional facilities, the Edna MahanCorrectional Facility for Women, the Adult Diagnostic andTreatment Center for sex offenders and 13 district paroleoffices.

The Honorable Roger W. Brown, `64 Circuit Court Judge,recently retired from the Baltimore City Circuit Court.

Reverend Dr. William H. Curtis, `89 recently celebratedhis fifth pastoral anniversary. Reverend Dr. Curtis is thePastor at Mt. Ararat Baptist Church in Pittsburgh,Pennsylvania.

Dr. Myrtle E. B. Dorsey, `74 & `77 was recently appointedas Chancellor of Baton Rouge Community College in BatonRouge, Louisiana.

Dr. Bernice Evans, `60 recently retired from Morgan StateUniversity in July 2003. Dr. Evans was an AssistantProfessor in the Economics Department.

James W. Falcon, `93 is currently a Sales Representativefor Verizon Information Services in Timonium, Maryland.

Paul Grant, `99 founded Males Becoming Men (MBM), anonprofit comprehensive mentoring program that isdesigned to meet the needs of young men based inBaltimore, Maryland.

The Honorable Peter Harvey, `79 & `82 was recentlynamed Attorney General for the state of New Jersey. Hewas previously New Jersey’s First Assistant AttorneyGeneral and the Director of the Division of Criminal Justice.

Melvin Jackson II, `73 has joined the staff at USA Track &Field as Communications Coordinator. He will overseecommunications efforts for USATF’s Junior and Youth pro-

grams, administer the USATF’s Athlete of the Week pro-gram and serve as liaison with the electronic media whilehandling other communications and media-related duties.

Natasha Jackson, `99 received her Master of Arts Degreein Administration Management, with a concentration inBusiness Management, from Bowie State University inDecember 2002.

Erica Lewis, `93 has successfully defended her dissertation,and is scheduled to receive her Ph.D. in CounselingPsychology from Columbia University on May 21, 2003.

Martin Manning, `88 has been named public sector manag-er for the Northern California sales district of ColonialSupplemental Insurance. He joined Colonial as a publicsector sales representative in 2001. Colonial SupplementInsurance is a marketing brand of Colonial Life andAccident Insurance Company.

Dr. Kenneth Mosely, `71 received Indiana University’sHPER Endwright Distinguished Alumni Service Award. Itis one of the three highest honors bestowed by the schoolthat recognizes outstanding professional achievements by agraduate.

Robert Nicholson, Jr., `70 has been appointed to the XIAN(Peoples Republic of China) Arbitration Council. TheCouncil was created to arbitrate trade disputes. Mr.Nicholson also holds a law degree from Hofstra University.

The Honorable Thurman Rhodes, `78 is now the ChiefJudge for the District Court for Prince Georges County,Maryland.

Turhan Robinson, Esquire, `67 received the ExceptionalService Award from the Maryland Office of the AttorneyGeneral for the year 2002-03. This award is equivalent tobeing “Attorney of the Year.” He was also recently appoint-ed as the Civilian Aide to the Secretary of the Army forMaryland.

Ted Rogers, Jr., `86 was featured on the CBS televisionshow “Survivor Thailand.” He is currently a softwaredevelopment manager for a major computer corporation.

Donyue K. Turner, `93 is the co-owner of Colt ExpressTransportation LLC. Colt Express is a full service deliverycompany for big-ticket retailers in the New England states.The company is headquartered in Hartford, CT and has gen-erated over $3.5 million in revenue since the company’sinception in April of 1998.

ALUMNIONTHEMOVE

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ALUMNINECROLOGYChapelle Armstead, `50 DOD: 02/22/03Edwina Baker-Roberts DOD: 11/04/02Maurice J. Baruch DOD: 11/04/02Lisa Marie Bean, `83 DOD : 02/28/03Lamont K. Bland, `70 DOD: 12/26/02The Honorable Clarence W. Blount, `50 DOD: 04/12/03Betty Brock (staff) DOD: 03/18/03William H. Brook,`59 DOD: 02/18/03Dr.Winfred O.Bryson, Jr. (Professor Emeritus) DOD: 03/18/03Ernest H.Carswell, `64 DOD: 04/16/03Dr. Mona Chambers-Harrison, `69 DOD: 02/11/03Dr. Bettie I. Clark, `49 DOD: 03/01/02Jacqueline A. Coleman-Rollins, `53 DOD: 10/20/02Reginald Cureton (staff) DOD: 02/19/03Gerald Eatman DOD: 10/21/02Norma L. Felder, `48, DOD: 10/03/02Christine H. Franklin, `42 DOD: 06/18/02Bernard Gregory, `57 DOD: 11/02Mary M. Harris (staff) DOD: 02/07/03Herbert W. Hill, `34 DOD: 12/01/02Edward W. Jones, Sr. DOD: 02/19/03James S. Julian *Dorothy Meekins Lawrence, `43 DOD: 04/02Rowena P. Lewis, `38 DOD: 02/02/03Webster S. Lewis, `66 DOD: 11/20/02Johnnie Lowry-Smith, `60 DOD: 01/31/03Stanley D. Powell, `83 DOD: 11/19/02Helen T. Roache, `57 DOD: 11/02/02Donald C. Robinson, `80 DOD: 11/09/02Mae Elizabeth Robinson, `62 DOD: 03/12/03Jacqueline A. Rollins, `53 DOD : 10/20/02Mary A. Rusk, `38*Howard Shavers, Sr. DOD: 05/11/02Garry A. Smith, `93 DOD: 01/19/03Curry Stone DOD: 01/23/03Jerome L.Thompson, `72 DOD: 10/26/02Dr. Marcia A.Thompson-Rittenhouse, `72 DOD: 01/01/03Patrick H.Walker, `49 DOD: 01/09/03Dr. Lucchun Walls (faculty) DOD: 03/03/03Ralph Williams, `55 DOD: 03/05/03Elias Wilson, `41*Catherine E.Woodland-Brooks, `68 DOD: 02/20/03*Date of Passing Unknown

Morgan State University’s highly regarded and decoratedROTC unit, the Bear Battalion, officially opened its new den onFebruary 2, 2003 for dignitaries, students and members of the gener-al public.

The Open House capped a nearly year long, $1.1 million ren-ovation of Turner Armory, located at Hillen Road and ArgonneDrive at the southwestern edge of Morgan’s campus. Once thehome of a U.S. Army Reserve unit, the armory is being purchasedfrom the city of Baltimore to house Morgan’s ROTC unit.

Morgan’s Bear Battalion, under the leadership of Lt. Col.Donald Harrison, was recently honored with the prestigiousGen. Douglass MacArthur Award, ranking it the top ROTC unitin the country.

MORGAN’S BEAR BATTALIONCELEBRATES NEW HOME

– Alumni House Update –The Alumni House is still under renovation. The pro-posed timeframe for staff to move back in is by the endof June.

The Morgan State University Bears are embarking upona return to tradition for the 2003 football season. MSU isreturning to the Whitney M. Young Classic to take on theHampton University Pirates at the Meadowlands SportsComplex in East Rutherford, NJ. This year’s Classic willtake place on Saturday, September 27, 2003 at 5:00 p.m. TheWhitney M. Young Classic is one of the more fabled BlackCollege Classics in the nation. Morgan State and GramblingState University played in this annual showdown throughoutthe 60’s & 70’s. Some of the earlier games were played inhistoric “Yankee Stadium,” and drew some of the biggestcrowds in the nation. Morgan State hasn’t played in theClassic since 1983 when they suffered a 33-0 setback toGrambling.

Morgan State is anxiously awaiting a return to theClassic. Head Coach Don Hill says, “This represents a returnto tradition. We are pleased to bring that tradition back toMorgan fans, and the extensive Alumni base in the NewYork metropolitan area. Morgan State and HamptonUniversity are strong rivals, and the renewal of the MSU/HUrivalry in this setting should be a win-win for all parties.”

MORGAN STATE WHITNEYYOUNG CLASSIC

CHRISTIAN CENTER HAS A NEWDIRECTOR ON BOARD

The new director of the Morgan State UniversityChristian/Interfaith Center is Reverend Dr. John P. Carter. Rev.Carter was appointed to the Christian/Interfaith Center by BishopFelton May in January 2003. Rev. Carter’s leadership offers ahistoric context or perspective for managing the center, combinedwith a contemporary approach, which embraces all studentgroups. Rev. Carter is a veteran in human relations, communityorganizing and partnership formation. Student oriented programsare currently being developed by the student council under thedirection of Rev. Carter.

The facility also has a new childcare center which will be upand running by September 2003. The facility will be geared toserve approximately 72 children. It is being funded by the stateof Maryland Childcare Administration.

ALUMNI NEWS FORMAT CHANGING

Beginning with the Fall 2003 edition, the Alumni News willbe included within the Morgan Magazine, in its own separatesection. In the future, it will be in full-color, with a glossed-style finish. Continue to send your alumni information andupdates to the Alumni Relations Office.

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Morgan View, theUniversity’s new off-campus housing com-

plex, is near completion andpacks a host of amenities. Eachsuite comes with private bed-rooms, furnished living and din-ing rooms and a fully equippedkitchen. All utilities are includedand each suite has free Comcastcable and high-speed Internetaccess. The complex has a com-munity center with a state-of-the-art fitness center, game room,high-tech 30-station computercenter, convenience store and a 300-seat conference center. Thegated community affords privacy with card access systems atentrance doors and elevators. A 24-hour emergency maintenancecrew and desk attendants are available for all residents.

The complex is located on Loch Raven Boulevard andPentridge Road, right off of Cold Spring Lane. The cost of rent

for undergraduate students willbe $425 a month, and for gradu-ate suites, the cost will start at$546 a month for a one-bedroomapartment, and $492 a month(per person) for a two-bedroom.These rent prices are based on a12-month lease, but 10-monthand semester leases are alsoavailable. The shorter leaseswill come with an additional pre-mium cost. Parking is availablefor residents at an additional costof $100 per year.

Morgan View’s leasing office,located at 1500 Pentridge Road, is currently accepting applications.The office is open Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.,Saturdays from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and Sundays from 12:00p.m. to 5:00 p.m. There is a non-refundable application fee, andstudents can also apply online at www.morganview.com. For moreinformation, call the leasing office at 410-435-8900.

THE NEW MORGAN VIEW COMPLEX

We need your help in identifying lostalumni. If you know of any alumniwho are not receiving mailings, pleasecontact the Office of Alumni Relationsat (443) 885-3015.

LostAlumni

RICHARD N. DIXON RESEARCHCENTER NEARING ITS FINAL STAGES

The new science complex is in its final stages of comple-tion. The three-story building will include an overhead bridgethat connects to Spencer Hall. It will house 26 research labora-tories for physics, chemistry, biochemistry and biology. Thenew building will also have a greenhouse with cold and heatcapacity to be used for research and class purposes, and a 100-seat amphitheater/lecture hall. It will also offer state-of-the-artaudio, visual and telecommunication capability.

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SECOND ANNUAL SCHOLARSHIPLUNCHEON

HOWARD L. CORNISH CHAPTER

PHILADELPHIA CHAPTER

ANNAPOLIS/ANNE ARUNDEL CHAPTER

The Second Annual Scholarship Luncheon was heldon April 10th, in the McKeldin Center. This lun-cheon gives our scholarship donors a chance to get

to know the students who are the recipients of their generos-ity. The donors all say that it is very gratifying to meet thestudents who benefit from their contributions. The studentsenjoy having the opportunity to meet and thank their bene-factors in person. This event provides an excellent opportu-nity for our students to network with potential employers.The luncheon also presents another opportunity forMorgan’s leadership to thank our major donors.

This year’s luncheon, which was underwritten byMerrill Lynch, was attended by almost two hundred donorsand students, nearly double last year’s attendance. All ofthe donors present gave scholarships of at least $1,000 inthis academic year. The increase in participants means thatwe had more scholarships this year at that level. This isextremely important in light of the decreased governmentfunding for student financial assistance and the increasingtuition costs. We hope to have many more participants atnext year’s luncheon.

Goal $25,000,000

85%CapitalCampaignas ofApril 1, 200321,128,871.01

You can help!Call 443-885-3040or visitwww.morgan.edu

Dr. Earl S. Richardson, Gloria Wayman, president, Estelle Pinkett, sec-ond vice-president, Danielle Scott, recipient, Amber McCray, recipient,Stuart Blackwood, recipient

Dr. Earl S. Richardson, John Griswold, member, Cecil Rodney, recipient,Lillian Barbour, member, Issachah Savage, recipient, Kiona Fisher, recipient

Dr. Earl S. Richardson, Kia Gross, recipient, Cynthea Sydnor-Thomas,president, Tanya Elliott, member, Chiwizic Odukunwe, recipient

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MURPHY FINE ARTS CENTER2003 CALENDAR OF EVENTS

May

8 8:00 p.m., James E. Lewis Museum, “Heroes in the Struggle”Art Main Lobby Exhibition and MFAC Reception

10 8:00 p.m., Gilliam Concert Hall, Morgan State University Jazz Ensemble Concert

31 7:00 p.m., Gilliam Concert Hall, Handel Choir of Baltimore

June

8 3:00 p.m., Gilliam Concert Hall, DeVe’ Christian School of the Performing Arts Dance Recital

20 6:00 p.m., Turpin-Lamb Theatre, WEAA - Town Hall Meeting Topic: Violence

Please Note: Schedule is updated daily and is subjectto change without notice. Check the MSU website(www.morgan.edu) or Murphy Fine Arts Center website(www.murphyfineartscenter.org) for the most current anddetailed information.

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DEAN OF ENGINEERING RECOGNIZED AS A “PIONEER”

Dr. Eugene M. DeLoatch, dean of the School of Engineeringand president of the American Society for Engineering Education,was the recipient of the 2003 “Pioneer Award.” The award waspresented at the 17th Annual Black Engineer of the Year Awardsceremony on February 15th at the Baltimore Convention Center.The ceremony was hosted by U.S. Black Engineer & InformationTechnology magazine, the Council of Engineering Deans of theHistorically Black Colleges and Universities and the LockheedMartin Corporation.

The Black Engineer of the Year Awards and Conference isheld each year to honor modern-day black inventors, technicalinnovators, gifted scientists, budding engineers and high-levelmanagers with successful careers in private industry, acade-mia, government agencies and the military. The conference isa national event that brings together students, college adminis-trators, recruiters, engineering and IT professionals, and high-level decision-makers from the corporate, government andmilitary communities.

Morgan State University ExtendsOffice Hours

CALENDAROFEVENTS 2003MAY 16-18

Class of 1978 25th Class Reunion Celebration

17 Alumni Day Alumni Day Meeting, McKeldin Center, Rm. 319, 9:30 a.m.

63rd Annual Alumni Class Awards and Recognition Luncheon, McKeldin Center - Alice Parham Ballroom, 1:00 p.m. Cost: $30.00

Class of ‘53/’78 - Gala Dinner Cruise Inner Harbor, 6:00 p.m.

Class of 1950 - Sponsoring the Arena Playhouse’s Production of “If My Heart Could Sing - - The Billie Holiday Story”,, 8:00 p.m., Donation: $20.00, contact: (410) 542-0977, (410) 362-9417, (410) 945-5506

18 Commencement - 10:00 a.m.- Hughes Stadium

JUNE 20 Baltimore County Chapter - 3rd Annual Line Dance Scholarship

Social @ the Ivy Family Support Center, 3515 Dolfield Ave., Baltimore, MD, 9:00 p.m. to 1:00 a.m. , Donation: $25.00

AUGUST3 Washington, DC Metropolitan Chapter - Annual Crab Feast @

Martins West, 6821 Dogwood Road, Baltimore, MD, 1:00 - 5:00 p.m. cost: $40.00 - contact: Edgar Johnson - (301) 868-1225, Johann Hardy - (301) 622-2931, Dr. Thurman McClain - (202) 251-4981, Elaine Blackwell - (202) 363-0750, Dorothy Amos - (202) 581-4444

SEPTEMBER27 Morgan State Whitney Young Classic, Morgan Bears vs.

Hampton Pirates @ the Meadowlands Sports Complex, East Rutherford, NJ, 5:00 p.m.

OCTOBER17 Annual Homecoming Business Meeting - 12:00 p.m.- Alumni House;

Contact the Alumni Relations Office at (443) 885-3015

“Forever Morgan, Morgan Forever” Gala XIX, Martin’s West, Dogwood Road, Baltimore, MD - 7:00 p.m. - 1:00 a.m. Contact the University Advancement Office at (443) 885-3015 for more information.

17- 21Class of 1978 - 25th Class Activities

18 Homecoming Game - 1:00 p.m. - Morgan Bears vs. Howard Bison,Hughes Stadium - General Admission: $15.00

19 Homecoming Worship Service - 11:00 a.m.- Christian Center

Admission & RecruitmentWed. Only8:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.Montebello 109-D (443) 885-3000

BursarWed. Only8:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.Montebello 124-A(443) 885-3108

Career DevelopmentWed. Only8:00 a.m. - 700 p.m.Montebello 223-C(443) 885-3110

Continuing StudiesMon - Fri8:00a.m. - 6:00 p.m.Banneker Building - 214Wed. Only8:00 a.m.- 7:00 p.m.(443) 885-3155

Counseling CenterMon - Fri.8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.Carter-Grant-Wilson, Rm 202(443) 885-3130

Financial AidWed. Only8:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.Montebello 226-A(443) 885-3170

Records & RegistrationWed. Only8:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.Montebello 112-A(443) 3300

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Morgan State Football Schedule For Football Tickets Call: 443-885-3221

Fall 2003

Date Opponent Location Time

August 30 Towson State Home 7 PM

September 6 Florida A&M Tallahassee, FL 7 PM

September 13 South Carolina State Home 7 PM

September 20 OPEN OPEN ——

September 27 Hampton NJ Meadowlands 5 PM

October 4 Bethune-Cookman Daytona Beach, FL 2 PM

October 11 North Carolina A&T Home 7 PM

October 18 Howard Home (Homecoming) 1 PM

October 25 Delaware State Dover, DE 1 PM

November 1 Savannah State Savannah, GA 1 PM

November 8 Norfolk State Home 1 PM

November 15 OPEN OPEN ——

November 22 OPEN OPEN ——