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The Chronicle volume A Weekly Look at the Cottey College Campus XXIX, number 27, April 3, 2015 Distinguished Speaker: Dr. Beth Wheaton Tuesday, April 7 @ 7:00 p.m. Missouri Recital Hall Although she holds titles ranging from economist to professor to CEO, Dr.

Her greatest commitment in life is working with students, community members, colleagues, and friends to put their unique and varied talents into action to create cataclysmic

She is an economics senior lecturer at Southern Methodist University (SMU), and the founder and CEO of Equip the Saints, a non-profit consultancy that works to strengthen

Wheaton s address is titled Guiders: Leading the Way by Closing the Gaps. A short reception will follow in the foyer of the Center for the Arts.

They have crafted a unique sound by mixing the energy of modern pop/rock with the bounce of club and house beneath infectious vocal melodies.

1 The Chronicle volume A Weekly Look at the Cottey College Campus XXIX, number 27, April 3, 2015 Distinguished Speaker: Dr. Beth Wheaton Tuesday, April 7:00 p.m. Missouri Recital Hall Although she holds titles ranging from economist to professor to CEO, Dr. Wheaton is most vocal about the fact that you don t need a title, unlimited time, or abundant money to change the world. Her greatest commitment in life is working with students, community members, colleagues, and friends to put their unique and varied talents into action to create cataclysmic social change. Wheaton holds an M.A. and Ph.D. in economics from Temple University, and an M.S. in international business and trade from Grambling State University. She is an economics senior lecturer at Southern Methodist University (SMU), and the founder and CEO of Equip the Saints, a non-profit consultancy that works to strengthen nonprofit organizations worldwide and to equip world changers to fulfill their personal missions. Dr. Wheaton s address is titled Guiders: Leading the Way by Closing the Gaps. A short reception will follow in the foyer of the Center for the Arts. The Royal Saturday, April 8:00 p.m. Center for the Arts, Auditorium The Royal are an anthemic, electro-infused pop/rock band. They have crafted a unique sound by mixing the energy of modern pop/rock with the bounce of club and house beneath infectious vocal melodies. They bring an energy that few other bands can offer. Combining addictive melodies, aggressive beats, and slick production, The Royal are working to redefine the term pop band. After several successful independent releases, expect 2015 to be an exciting year for The Royal. Tickets: $5/$4 (free for members of Cottey community)

2 C for Yourself! April C For Yourself! Weekend is coming up Friday, April 10, through Sunday, April 12. Students and guests will be on campus Friday evening through Sunday brunch! They will be participating in special planned activities, staying in the suites, and eating in Raney Dining Room. Please make them feel welcome! A complete schedule of events for the weekend will be sent out via prior to the event. Currently we have 74 students and 45 guests registered. Friday, April 10, 2015 Schedule of Events (Abbreviated) 4:00 p.m. AIRPORT SHUTTLE LEAVES KCI Terminal C, Gate 90 5:00 7:00 p.m. CHECK-IN Weber Foyer, Center for the Arts 5:00 6:00 p.m. CAMPUS TOURS Chapel Steps 7:00-8:00 p.m. DINNER Raney Dining Room 8:15 9:00 p.m. Dance Class (Optional) Large Dance Studio, Hinkhouse Featuring an excerpt from a piece the Cottey-in-Motion Dance Company will perform in concert April Saturday, April 11, :45 8:20 a.m. BREAKFAST Raney Dining Room 8:00 8:20 a.m. CHECK-IN Weber Foyer, Center for the Arts 8:30-9:00 a.m. WELCOME ADDRESS Center for the Arts 9:00 9:30 a.m. Introductions & Announcements Center for the Arts 9:30-10:15 a.m. ACADEMIC EXPERIENCE SESSION 1 RBAC 10:30 11:15 a.m. ACADEMIC EXPERIENCE SESSION 2 Main Hall and RBAC 11:30 12:15 p.m. ACADEMIC EXPERIENCE SESSION 3 Center for Arts and RBAC 12:30 1:30 p.m. PICNIC LUNCH Raney Dining Room 1:30 2:30 p.m. FINANCIAL AID 101 RBAC 109 1:30 2:30 p.m. APPLY FOR ADMISSION RBAC 156 2:30-3:30 p.m. COTTEY CAFE Lower Level, Hinkhouse Enjoy refreshments and mingle with faculty from each division as well as other Cottey staff. 3:30 5:30 p.m. ADMISSION, FINANCIAL AID APPOINTMENTS Office of Enrollment Management First Floor, Main Hall 3:30 5:30 p.m. CAMPUS TOURS Meet at Chapel Drive Leaving at both 3:30 & 4:30 p.m. 3:30 5:00 p.m. BOOKSTORE OPEN Lower Level, Main Hall 5:30 6:30 p.m. DINNER Raney Dining Room 8:00 p.m. THE ROYAL Auditorium, Center for the Arts Sunday, April 12, :30 a.m. CHAPEL SERVICE Chapel 10:30 a.m. BRUNCH Raney Dining Room 11:00 a.m. CLOSING REMARKS Raney Dining Room 11:30 a.m. AIRPORT SHUTTLE ARRIVES/BOARDS Chapel Steps 12:00 p.m. AIRPORT SHUTTLE DEPARTS Chapel Steps

Founder s Day Weekend 2015 The Office of Annual Fund & Alumnae Relations would like to thank everyone for their attendance and support this past weekend.

The Founder s Day Luncheon was a success with 220 alumnae and guests in attendance. Once again the supper and sing was separated to ensure that overcrowding did not occur in the dining room.

Throughout the weekend, amateur videos were taken and posted to the Alumnae Facebook page (https:// www.facebook.com/cotteyalumnae). Each video reached over 1,000 people.

These were both excellent activities, and the efforts of Stephanie and Renee were greatly appreciated! New this year was a session that coincided with class photos.

3 Founder s Day Weekend 2015 The Office of Annual Fund & Alumnae Relations would like to thank everyone for their attendance and support this past weekend. Each of you helped make the event a smashing success! There were 270 registered alumnae and 48 guests for a total of 318 in attendance. The Founder s Day Luncheon was a success with 220 alumnae and guests in attendance. Once again the supper and sing was separated to ensure that overcrowding did not occur in the dining room. This year ALL class years were present at the sing and the change was very well received. The event concluded in a cross-generational circle of alumnae signing in unison Daisies in the Sun. Throughout the weekend, amateur videos were taken and posted to the Alumnae Facebook page ( Each video reached over 1,000 people. Once again alumnae recruitment presentations, led by Stephanie Grgurich, were held as well as the student/alumnae networking session, spearheaded by Renee Hampton. These were both excellent activities, and the efforts of Stephanie and Renee were greatly appreciated! New this year was a session that coincided with class photos. Alumnae were asked to share their name, class year, current/former occupation, and make a few statements about their Cottey experience. The Annual Fund and Alumnae Office looks forward to sharing this completed project with you in the near future. The weekend would not have been possible without the help of so many individuals. Whether you prepared and served the delicious meals, cleaned and prepared the facilities, provided technical support, ran lights and sound for presentations, or greeted and welcomed our alumnae to campus, you were all instrumental in making the weekend the success that is was. Especially heartwarming were the numerous new employees that showed up throughout the weekend to learn more about this Cottey tradition. Thank you all for being a part of the Cottey family and for your dedication to supporting women s education!

Spring Break in Dallas Eight Cottey students and two advisors travelled to Dallas, Texas, over spring break for Cottey

School Board A woman leader panel including an attorney, an architect and a political affairs director Volunteering

Instruments A leadership event at Six Flags over Texas A leadership development session at Texas Christian University

4 Spring Break in Dallas Eight Cottey students and two advisors travelled to Dallas, Texas, over spring break for Cottey s first Leadership Immersion sponsored by the Serenbetz Institute for Women s Leadership, Social Responsibility, and Global Awareness. The busy week included: An orientation day at the Volunteer Center of North Texas Meeting with a member of the Dallas School Board A woman leader panel including an attorney, an architect and a political affairs director Volunteering with a local community center A visit to the Center for Survivors of Torture A panel of women leaders at Texas Instruments A leadership event at Six Flags over Texas A leadership development session at Texas Christian University Visits to the National Cowgirl Museum and Hall of Fame, the Fort Worth Stockyards and Cattlepen Maze, the International Museum of Cultures, the 6th Floor Museum and the Dallas Holocaust Museum Daily reflection on experiences and learning

Student Happenings Students Recognized for Academic Achievements Cottey would like to congratulate students Caroline Guerin and Alina Ghulam Rasool for their recent accomplishments at the regional

Ghulam Rasool additionally was named a 2015 Coca-Cola New Century Scholar as the topscoring student in the state of Missouri.

Angela Firkus, faculty co-sponsor of Cottey s chapter of Phi Theta Kappa, will join the students for this celebration. Ms.

5 Student Happenings Students Recognized for Academic Achievements Cottey would like to congratulate students Caroline Guerin and Alina Ghulam Rasool for their recent accomplishments at the regional and national levels. Both Ms. Guerin and Ms. Ghulam Rasool were placed on the first-team All-Missouri Academic team, and Ms. Ghulam Rasool additionally was named a 2015 Coca-Cola New Century Scholar as the topscoring student in the state of Missouri. Both students will be recognized for their accomplishments at the annual all- Missouri luncheon in Holts Summit, Missouri on April 8. Dr. Angela Firkus, faculty co-sponsor of Cottey s chapter of Phi Theta Kappa, will join the students for this celebration. Ms. Alina Ghulam Rasool, in addition to her all-missouri recognition, was recently named a national 2015 Guistwhite Scholar for outstanding academic achievement, leadership accomplishment and engagement in Phi Theta Kappa programs. This prestigious award is given to only students each year. Ms. Ghulam Rasool will be recognized for her selections as a New Century Scholar and a Guistwhite Scholar at the International Phi Theta Kappa convention in San Antonio, Texas on April Dr. Ganga Fernando, faculty co-sponsor of Cottey s chapter of Phi Theta Kappa, will join Ms. Ghulam Rasool for this celebration. To learn more about the Guistwhite Scholarship, you can read Cottey s recent press release at: Congratulations to these young women on their impressive accomplishments! Residence Hall Staff Congratulations to the following young women who have been selected to serve as members of the hall staff for Their hall assignments will be announced before room requests on Assessment Day. Allyson Garrido Amanda Higby (current RA) Fatu Jambawai Belinda Ketmetse Maclaine Leaird (current RA) Thelma Mashaka Favour Olaoluwa Peace Olaoluwa (current RA) Amanda Stolz Softball Results Coming Up Wednesday, April 8 vs. Fort Scott C.C. 2 p.m. - Vanek Field March 29 vs. Allen County C.C. LOSS: 1-11, 2-7 March 30 vs. North Arkansas C.C. LOSS: 6-11, 7-23

Now Showing in the P.E.O. Art Gallery The Beauty of Change by Alice Lee Greenwood Exhibition on display until Saturday, April 11 P.E.O. Foundation Art Gallery Haidee and Allen Wild Center for the Arts To learn more, visit: http://www.

com/ Girl Scouts Workshop Condolences Renee Hampton, interim coordinator of career/transfer planning and community liaison, and Denise Carrick Hedges, director of the Center for Women s Leadership,

6 Now Showing in the P.E.O. Art Gallery The Beauty of Change by Alice Lee Greenwood Exhibition on display until Saturday, April 11 P.E.O. Foundation Art Gallery Haidee and Allen Wild Center for the Arts To learn more, visit: or Girl Scouts Workshop Condolences Renee Hampton, interim coordinator of career/transfer planning and community liaison, and Denise Carrick Hedges, director of the Center for Women s Leadership, are working in collaboration with the Girl Scouts of the Missouri Heartland to offer a badge workshop for Girl Scouts in grades Student leaders will host the badge workshop sessions scheduled for Saturday, May 2, from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. on the Cottey College campus. Information about the workshop is available at We express our deep sympathies to Marcia Morton at the passing of her father, Wilford E. Morton, on Saturday, March 28. A private viewing and burial for Mr. Morton is being held Friday, April 3. A memorial service is scheduled on Saturday, April 4, at 11 a.m. at North Ridge Friends Church in Wichita, Kansas. Please join us in offering Marcia and her family our condolences. RecycLing reminder For those of you who recycle materials from your home, please be reminded that this Saturday, April 4 is First Saturday, which means the Vernon County Recycling Center will be open from 9:00 a.m. until Noon. SAVE will be recycling campus materials at 10:00 a.m., and volunteers are welcome. If you would like more information, please contact a SAVE officer (Maria Sicay Lux, Kelsey McCauley, Danica Marlin, Chloe Lawrence, and Andee Hilton) or the SAVE sponsor, Susan Thornton.

Wellness Program Healthy by Choice, Not by Chance The March Healthy by Choice, Not by Chance winner is Bruce Holman, who recently competed in a Concept 2 Rower virtual event.

In March, Dr. Holman completed a challenge where he needed to row 5,000 meters for 25 out of the 31 days. While completing the rowing challenges he has also lost a few pounds. Good work, Bruce!

April will be the final month for Healthy by Choice, Not by Chance this school year. The April winner by vote of the Wellness Committee will receive $20 in Movie Bucks.

7 Wellness Program Healthy by Choice, Not by Chance The March Healthy by Choice, Not by Chance winner is Bruce Holman, who recently competed in a Concept 2 Rower virtual event. His first goal was to row as many meters as possible as a team participant and while Bruce s team didn t do very well, it encouraged him to train and do better in the individual event in March. In March, Dr. Holman completed a challenge where he needed to row 5,000 meters for 25 out of the 31 days. While completing the rowing challenges he has also lost a few pounds. Good work, Bruce! Bruce will receive a $20 gift card to Subway for his entry. April entries are now being accepted for Healthy by Choice, Not by Chance. April will be the final month for Healthy by Choice, Not by Chance this school year. The April winner by vote of the Wellness Committee will receive $20 in Movie Bucks. Employee Volleyball Employee volleyball will continue on Wednesday evenings from 5:15-6:30 p.m. throughout the month of April. All employees are welcome to participate. Green Clover Run-Walk 2015 Vernon County 4-H is sponsoring a Run-Walk, benefitting several local non-profit organizations. The details: Saturday, April 11, 2015 Walton Lake W. Atlantic, Nevada, MO Check-In: 9:00 a.m. ; Kick-Off: 9:30 a.m. All ages and fitness levels are welcome to participate. Check out the attached registration form (at end of newsletter) for more information! Yellow & White Dinner You are invited to attend the Yellow & White Dinner on Friday, May 16, 2015 at 5:30 p.m. On the Friday night of Commencement Weekend, seniors are honored by the freshmen during this dinner. Parents of the graduates are invited to attend. Faculty & Staff will be able to purchase tickets during lunch on the following days: Tickets are $10.00 each. Monday, April 20 Tuesday, April 21

April 4 SATURDAY April 5 SUNDAY Happy Easter! April 6 MONDAY April 7 TUESDAY 7 p.m. - Distinguished Speaker Series: Dr. Beth Wheaton Missouri Recital Hall April 8 WEDNESDAY 2 p.m. - Softball vs.

Creamy Chicken Enchiladas; Meatless Taco Casserole (V); *Veggie Tostadas (V & VV); Spanish Rice; *Shoestring Fries Dessert: Chocolate Streusel Bars Soups: *Egg Drop Soup; Tomato Soup (V) Entrees:

Dessert: Soft Oatmeal Cookies; S mores Cookies Soups: *Baked Potato Soup (V); *Vegetable Soup (VV) Entrees: Chicken Nuggets (Reg.

*Cheesy Broccoli Soup (V); Beef Stew Entrees: *Grilled Chicken Caesar Sandwich (GFA); *Jumbo Franks in Blankets (GFA Plain); *Hummus Quesadillas (V & VV, GFA); *Cheese Quesadillas (V, GFA); *Refried

8 April 4 SATURDAY April 5 SUNDAY Happy Easter! April 6 MONDAY April 7 TUESDAY 7 p.m. - Distinguished Speaker Series: Dr. Beth Wheaton Missouri Recital Hall April 8 WEDNESDAY 2 p.m. - Softball vs. Fort Scott CC Vanek Field April 9 THURSDAY April 10 FRIDAY C for Yourself Weekend April 6-10, 2015 Soups: *Tuscan Bean Soup (VV); Home-Style Chicken Noodle Entrees: *Stir-Fried Beef & Broccoli; Creamy Chicken Enchiladas; Meatless Taco Casserole (V); *Veggie Tostadas (V & VV); Spanish Rice; *Shoestring Fries Dessert: Chocolate Streusel Bars Soups: *Egg Drop Soup; Tomato Soup (V) Entrees: *Grilled Cheese Sandwiches on Tomato Bread (V, GFA); *Spicy Angel Hair w/ Tomato, Roasted Garlic, & Broccoli (VV, GFA); Gyro Sandwiches; *Baked Regatta Chicken (GFA); Rice Pilaf; *Oven Baked Fries Dessert: Soft Oatmeal Cookies; S mores Cookies Soups: *Baked Potato Soup (V); *Vegetable Soup (VV) Entrees: Chicken Nuggets (Reg. & V); *Cheeseburgers on Brioche (GFA); *Thai Chicken Satay w/ Peanut Sauce; *Blackened Fish Fillets; Artichoke Spinach Turnovers (V); *Steamed Rice; Sweet Potato Fries Dessert: Monster Cookies Soups: *Cheesy Broccoli Soup (V); Beef Stew Entrees: *Grilled Chicken Caesar Sandwich (GFA); *Jumbo Franks in Blankets (GFA Plain); *Hummus Quesadillas (V & VV, GFA); *Cheese Quesadillas (V, GFA); *Refried Beans; *Steamed Rice; Onion Rings Dessert: Stuffed Truffle Cookies Soups: Country Chicken Noodle; *Red Beans & Rice Soup (VV) Entrees: Chicken Curry; Popcorn Shrimp/ Cod Bites; Beef & Cheese Soft Tacos; *Grilled Tomato, Basil, & Mozzarella on Pitas; Veggie Grill Burgers (VV); *Steamed Rice; *Steak Fries Dessert: Chocolate Caramel Brownies 4 p.m. - Campus Recycling Pickup locations: Main, P.E.O., Reeves, Robertson, & RBAC * Gluten-free item (GFA) = Gluten-free available (V) = Vegetarian (VV) = Vegan

Saturday, April 11th, 2015 Walton Lake ~500 W. Atlantic ~ Nevada, MO Check-In: 9:00 a.m. ~ Kick-Off at 9:30 a.m. The Green Clover Run welcomes everyone of all ages and fitness levels to participate!

In lieu of tee-shirts being given to participants, registration fees collected instead, will be donated to local non-profit organizations in an effort to give back to the community and serve as a

9 Saturday, April 11th, 2015 Walton Lake ~500 W. Atlantic ~ Nevada, MO Check-In: 9:00 a.m. ~ Kick-Off at 9:30 a.m. The Green Clover Run welcomes everyone of all ages and fitness levels to participate! This fun run or walk is a community-service project for 4-H members, families and the general public to participate in. In lieu of tee-shirts being given to participants, registration fees collected instead, will be donated to local non-profit organizations in an effort to give back to the community and serve as a community service project by participating 4-H members. Rain or Shine, No Refunds. Please show your support of our county 4-H program by wearing GREEN! Local non-profit organizations benefitting from the Green Clover Run include: Vernon County 4-H, Vernon County Cancer Relief and the New Life Homeless Shelter Pre-Register by Monday, April 6th: Register on Day of Green Clover Run: $10.00 per person $ per person First Name: Last Name: Phone Number: Age on day of Green Clover Run (4/11/15): Is the participant a Vernon County 4-H member? YES or NO If YES, which club? Emergency Contact Name: Phone Number: By signing below, I agree to not hold the Missouri 4-H, Vernon County 4-H, University of Missouri Extension or any affiliated individuals, sponsors or employees responsible for any injuries. I agree that I am in adequate physical condition to participate in this event. I give permission to the organizers to use my name and/or photographs that are made during the course of this event. Participant Signature: Date: Parent/Guardian Signature if Participant is under 18 years of age: Date: Registrations and Checks due by April 6th. Make checks payable to: Vernon County 4-H 100 W. Cherry St., Suite 2 Nevada, MO Questions? Call the University Of Missouri Extension, Vernon County Office at An equal opportunity/ada institution

C hronicle. The. Faculty and Staff Reception During Founder s Day Weekend. Great News from the HLC. Commencement. Faculty/Staff News.

C hronicle. The. Faculty and Staff Reception During Founder s Day Weekend. Great News from the HLC. Commencement. Faculty/Staff News. The C hronicle A Weekly Look at the Cottey College Campus volume XXVII, number 25, March 21, 2013 Commencement The honored speaker for Commencement is librarian and historian Dr. John Cole, director of