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I From the have had a great time this spring semester getting around to see alumnae I have not seen for some time and many I had not met before. I have been visiting with groups of alumnae about the ideas and themes from the mission of Columbia College that they have found most memorable and helpful in the years since graduation. So far I have visited with groups in Washington, D.C., and in New York. It is wonderful to see that geography may change for Columbia College women, but their commitment to leadership, their ability to act with confidence, and their courage and competence to make the world a better place for others remains! The alums I have met with have given me great suggestions we can use as we shape the Quality Enhancement Plan that will be part of our regular ten-year accreditation visit in three years. If I have not been to your area yet, you will find the questions we are discussing at the meetings on our Web site at www.columbiacollegesc.edu/QEPform. Please fill out our online form and it will be sent to me. Also, please let me know if you are interested in a visit in your area. I find that especially alumnae who have moved away from South Carolina miss the opportunity to connect with alumnae and often are not aware that several may be nearby! The visits have also provided helpful information about how we can better meet alumnae needs. Many have asked for more frequent issues of Columns. Others have suggested wonderful ideas for providing more interactive opportunities on our Web site with streaming video of events and video blogs of student experiences. I am especially excited about how many have offered internship opportunities for students! To those I have seen already, thank you for the fun evenings and for the great ideas; to those I have not yet seen—I hope to be coming to a town near you soon! In This Issue On the Cover... 2 From the President 3 Thanks to Our Alumnae 4 Parallel Passions: Social Work and Servant Leadership Dr. Sarah Sloan Kreutziger ’64 6 Alumnae in City Hall: A Capital Place to Be Melisa Underwood Caughman ’95 and Gladys Louise Brown ’74 6 Speaking Alum to Alum 7 Class News 2 President (Back row) Rebecca Friday ’10, President Whitson, Michelle Burgess ’11, Homa Hassan ’09 (Front row) Natasha Richardson ’09, Lisa Yaxis ’08, Tina Sawyer ’09 Belinda Friedman Gergel ’72, Lynn Stokes-Murray ’83, Alex Mahon’10, Lisa Yaxis ’08, Nikita Burks ’09. Columbia College alumnae and current students don’t hesitate to step into leadership roles in their careers and in their communities. Belinda Friedman Gergel ’72, a Rock Hill native, earned her M.Ed. and Ph.D. at Duke University. Belinda held a variety of faculty and administrative posts at Columbia College, retiring in 2001. A neighborhood activist, Belinda has served in recent years on several city commissions and committees. In April, she was elected to Columbia City Council representing District 3. Her term begins July 1, 2008. Lynn Stokes-Murray ’83 is a non-attorney consultant with McNair Law Firm, P.A., bringing her many years of lobbying and public relations experience to the firm. Prior to joining McNair, she was actively involved in numerous political campaigns across the state. She also served as director of governmental relations at Chernoff/Silver and Associates, a local public relations and advertising agency. Lynn currently serves on the Columbia College Board of Visitors.
Alumnae make a difference in the life of Columbia College every day! Thanks to those listed here who express their interest in the College through their participation! Cindy Lominick Snell ’68 and Sara Snell ’99 (left), together presented “Then and Now” on Mom’s Day, November 17, 2007, at College Place United Methodist Church. Their talk centered on the differences in rules, dress, and traditions that spanned 30 years. Both mother and daughter agreed that the bond they have formed at Columbia College has forever affected them. Roberta Lindler Ferrell ’64, Mary Tuck Kennerly ’68 and Amy Roof Hoffman ’00 hosted a reception for Dr. Caroline Whitson and the faculty from the department of education to speak to alumnae in Lexington and Irmo. Liz Johnston Patterson ’61 and Kay Price Phillips ’65 coordinated a reception in Spartanburg for alumnae and friends of the Alliance for Women. Supporters of this event were Miriam Rutland Pflug ’78, Cathy Hoefer McCabe ’78, Kathryn Verdery Cannon ’55, and Beth Dickert Beach ’69. Belinda Friedman Gergel ’72 presented a talk to the first-year class on the history of Columbia College last fall. Marsha Steele Moore ’70 hosted a reception for alumnae in the Savannah area. Cile Purcell Hursey ’76 hosted a reception for alumnae in the Newberry area Ann Boykin Ligon ’68 hosted a wine and cheese reception in her store, Cottage and Vine, for alumnae who live in the Forest Acres area. Kathy Rudder Ligon ’74 hosted a reception for Camden area alumnae. Margaret Griffith ’02, Carlee McCartha Myers ’01, Amy Roof Hoffman ’00, and Kayla Gibson ’07 spoke to prospective students and their parents during Open House events. Sarah Blakeley Skenes ’55 organized a luncheon for alumnae in the Triad area of North Carolina. Ann McClendon Altman ’65, Lee Gordon Brockington ’81 and Claire Wilson Yarborough ’67 coordinated a reception held at Wachesaw Plantation in Murrells Inlet. Other supporters of the event were Kaye Beckroge ’78, Jane Meadors Cromley ’77, Julia Floyd ’78, and Nancy Strickland Truluck ’74. Kay Price Phillips ’65, Elizabeth Gressette ’70 and Kris Chandler Burns ’71 served on the planning committee for Sporting and Family Fest held in November 2007. to Our Thanks Alumnae! Our alma mater is on my mind at this time of year with Alumnae Weekend having just passed and Commencement right around the corner. Our seniors will join the ranks of the Alumnae Association on May 11, Mother’s Day, and I am honored to represent all of us when welcoming our newest alumnae sisters. This is only one example of the meaningful experiences alumnae have with the campus throughout the year. Alumnae take part in every aspect of the life of the College every day. Some visit the campus to participate in classroom activities, some offer themselves as mentors for students, others refer potential students and many provide financial support to ensure the future of our College. Currently, alumnae serve on the Boards of Trustees and Visitors and the entire College community is grateful for their insight and commitment. The Alumnae Council is another dedicated group of women who willingly and eagerly give of their time and talents to serve in various capacities. Farley and Candy Crane Shuler ’73 Campus committees also have alumnae representation, including the 2011 Accreditation Committee. To each and every one of these women, I THANK YOU and I encourage anyone who is interested in becoming engaged with the College to do so. Nothing is more rewarding than making a difference at the place that made the difference in your life. Please contact Lisa Kennerly Livingston ’91 to explore the available opportunities. Regardless of the need, Columbia College alumnae always step up! Thank you for your service to our alma mater! Candy Crane Shuler ’73 2007-2009 Alumnae Association President Edna Staubes Roberds ’73 hosted a reception for area alumnae in her Charleston home. Cameron Greer Daniels ’61 hosted a reception in her home for Greenville County alumnae and friends of the Alliance for Women. Margaret DuBard ’93 and Kay Daniels West ’97 are engaging evening program graduates interested in supporting efforts of the evening program. Dottie Allen ’01 and Stephanie Mitchell Schechter ’96 coordinated a reception in New York City. Dawn Humphries Blackman ’73 hosted a reception for prospective students from the Charleston area. Judith Wilder Allen ’56 coordinated a luncheon for Aiken area alumnae (below) at the Green Boundary Club. Acacia Bamberg Salatti ’95 coordinated a Dutch-treat dinner for Washington, D.C., area alumnae. Kathy Graham Leland ’67 held a meeting of the Charleston Alumnae Club in her home and the club also provided surcies for students from the Charleston County area at Christmas. Jacqueline Tumbleston Kohn ’67 also serves as an officer. Bootsie Harvie Wynne ’83 and Yolanda Johnson ’05 presented “The First 30 Days on the Job” for seniors. Bootsie is the human resources manager at Lexington Medical Center and Yolanda is a recruiter for the human resources office at Lexington Medical Center. 3
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