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<strong>Summer</strong> <strong>2013</strong> | Special School <strong>of</strong> Medicine Edition
aroundCampusFreshman Orientation participants tour <strong>Campbell</strong>'scampus in late June | Photo by Bill Parish4 <strong>Summer</strong> <strong>2013</strong> www.campbell.edu/alumni
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<strong>Campbell</strong> becomesa Level VI schoolwith newdoctorateWith <strong>the</strong> addition <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> School <strong>of</strong>Osteopathic Medicine, which opens tostudents this August, <strong>Campbell</strong> <strong>University</strong>has been upgraded to a Level VI universityby <strong>the</strong> Sou<strong>the</strong>rn Association <strong>of</strong> Collegeand Schools Commission on Colleges.A Level VI classification is given to schoolsthat <strong>of</strong>fer four or more doctoral degrees.Before <strong>the</strong> med school, <strong>Campbell</strong> <strong>of</strong>feredthree pr<strong>of</strong>essional doctorates — law(JD), pharmacy (PharmD) and Divinity(D.Min). Graduates <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> med school willleave with a DO degree, a doctorate <strong>of</strong>osteopathic medicine.“Level VI is <strong>the</strong> highest level <strong>of</strong>accreditation with our accrediting group,”said <strong>Campbell</strong> <strong>University</strong> PresidentJerry Wallace. “Only two o<strong>the</strong>r privateuniversities [Duke and Wake Forest] inNorth Carolina can say that.”Trustees approveplan for newnursing programThe <strong>Campbell</strong> <strong>University</strong> Board <strong>of</strong>Trustees approved <strong>the</strong> development <strong>of</strong> aBachelor <strong>of</strong> Science in Nursing degree atits spring meeting in April.The proposed start date <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> programis fall 2014, subject to approval <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong>N.C. Board <strong>of</strong> Nursing, <strong>the</strong> Commissionon Collegiate Nursing Education and <strong>the</strong>Sou<strong>the</strong>rn Association <strong>of</strong> Colleges andSchools Commission on Colleges.It will be <strong>the</strong> fifth major health sciencesprogram launched or announced by<strong>Campbell</strong> in <strong>the</strong> last three years. As withits predecessors, <strong>the</strong> nursing program willhelp fill a growing need in North Carolina.The current statewide and nationwideshortage <strong>of</strong> nurses means <strong>the</strong> overallprojected need for degreed nurses willincrease by 28 percent over <strong>the</strong> nextdecade.Trip to Panama to study country's adoptionlaws has educational, emotional impact on<strong>Campbell</strong> Law School studentsIt took a trip to Panama for George Burnetteto remember why he got into law in <strong>the</strong> firstplace.“I originally came to law school to helppeople,” said Burnette — who graduated thisspring from <strong>Campbell</strong> <strong>University</strong>’s NormanA. Wiggins School <strong>of</strong> Law. “It is easy t<strong>of</strong>orget that while in school. This trip sparkedme to want to help people again. It solidified<strong>the</strong> idea that I want to do public interest law.”Burnette and eight <strong>of</strong> his classmatesaccompanied assistant pr<strong>of</strong>essor LucasOsborn to Panama where <strong>the</strong> groupresearched <strong>the</strong> country’s adoption, fostercare and orphan care laws and proposedlegislation. For part <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong>ir trip, <strong>the</strong> groupworked alongside Heart’s Cry Children’sMinistry — a nonpr<strong>of</strong>it organizationfounded by <strong>Campbell</strong> Law graduate MistyHedspeth (’03) and her husband Mat<strong>the</strong>wthat works to streamline <strong>the</strong> adoption processin Panama to make sure orphaned childrenare placed in loving homes both in and out <strong>of</strong><strong>the</strong> country.Dustin S. Maybin @dsmaybin030826: So @campbelledu is adding anursing program too?! Our health programs keep getting better and better!Love my school! #campbellproudThe experience proved to be bo<strong>the</strong>ducational and emotional, said Osborn,who chose Panama not only because <strong>of</strong><strong>the</strong> Hedspeth connection, but also becausehe wanted his students to experience <strong>the</strong>inner-workings <strong>of</strong> international law ina developing country while performingmission work at <strong>the</strong> same time.“We focused on adoption laws because <strong>of</strong>Misty; not because Panama’s adoption lawsare terribly unique,” Osborn said. “Thecountry’s laws fall somewhere betweenfreely allowing international adoption andnot allowing it at all … perhaps closerto not allowing it, save for exceptionalcircumstances. Misty and Matt have beenworking <strong>the</strong> past few years to convince <strong>the</strong>Panamanian government to make <strong>the</strong> processmore efficient. This was a good chance for usto both experience <strong>the</strong> law process up closein ano<strong>the</strong>r country and learn more aboutadoption and foster care laws.”The nine students — Burnette, CarolineGregory, Martha Hernandez, JaimeLamphear, Brandon Patton, Brittany Taylor,6 <strong>Summer</strong> <strong>2013</strong> www.campbell.edu/alumni
around CampusDavid Williams, Nelia Willis and HilaryWorkman — spent six <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong>ir seven days inPanama in <strong>the</strong> country’s capital, Panama City,population just under a million people.“They learned about <strong>the</strong> civil law system,which Panama and most <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> world runson,” said Osborn. "As <strong>the</strong> world becomesmore interconnected, it is important forAmerican lawyers to have an understanding<strong>of</strong> how most <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> world’s legal systemsoperate."The nine students were broken up into threegroups <strong>of</strong> three to focus on different projectsupon arrival. The first group researched <strong>the</strong>Principle for Permanency — best practices tomake sure children who are adopted are sentto homes where <strong>the</strong>y have <strong>the</strong> best chance<strong>of</strong> remaining until adulthood. The secondgroup wrote a policy manual <strong>of</strong> best practicesfor orphanages after studying <strong>the</strong> manualspenned by more developed countries and <strong>the</strong>United States.The third group met with Panama’sgovernment branch SENNIAF, whichis responsible for coordinating andimplementing policies to protect <strong>the</strong> rights<strong>of</strong> children and adolescents, and introduced<strong>the</strong>m to <strong>Campbell</strong> Law’s Juvenile Justiceprogram.The students also spent time meeting andplaying with children in two Panamanianorphanages, an experience that made <strong>the</strong> tripmore personal to rising third-year law studentBrittany Taylor.“I now plan on incorporating internationalhuman rights into my studies,” she said.“Seeing firsthand <strong>the</strong> lives <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong>se youngchildren without a voice made me want to be<strong>the</strong>ir voice … or at least come up with a wayin which <strong>the</strong>ir voice could be heard.”Photo by Bennett ScarboroughGovernor speaksto law gradsNorth Carolina Gov. Pat McCroryexplained <strong>the</strong> importance <strong>of</strong> hard work anddetermination to <strong>Campbell</strong> Law graduatesat <strong>the</strong> hooding and graduation ceremony<strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> Norman A. Wiggins School <strong>of</strong> Law,held at <strong>the</strong> Raleigh Convention Center onMay 10. <strong>Campbell</strong> Law School conferred132 Juris Doctor degrees at <strong>the</strong> ceremony.“When forward progress seems impossibleor simply not worth <strong>the</strong> risk, you will betempted to quit, to give up, or let someoneelse carry <strong>the</strong> burden,” said Gov. McCrory.“Don’t give in to that temptation. Don’t beafraid to fail, and if you do fail, don’t justaccept <strong>the</strong> failure. Try again.”Roberson to headnew initiativeThe <strong>University</strong>announced on April 5 <strong>the</strong>appointment <strong>of</strong> Dr. JohnRoberson as <strong>the</strong> Dean <strong>of</strong>Extended Programs. Thedeanship is a new initiativefor <strong>Campbell</strong> <strong>University</strong> and is intendedto bring increased emphasis to <strong>the</strong><strong>University</strong>’s extended campus and distancelearning initiatives.“We are pleased that Dr. Roberson willbe guiding <strong>the</strong> <strong>University</strong>’s extendedprograms," said <strong>Campbell</strong> President JerryWallace. "He brings to <strong>the</strong> position abroad knowledge <strong>of</strong> higher education andyears <strong>of</strong> demonstrated expertise within<strong>Campbell</strong>’s church-related context. Wecould not be more pleased for him or for<strong>the</strong> <strong>University</strong>.”Roberson is a 1980 alumnus <strong>of</strong> <strong>Campbell</strong>and a 1983 graduate from Sou<strong>the</strong>asternBaptist Theological Seminary with aMaster <strong>of</strong> Divinity degree. In 1997, heearned his Doctor <strong>of</strong> Education in highereducation Administration from NorthCarolina State <strong>University</strong>.From 1989 to 1996, he served <strong>Campbell</strong><strong>University</strong> as an assistant vice presidentfor Alumni Relations, but stepped awayfor a few years (1997-2005) to serve asan executive with <strong>the</strong> North CarolinaBaptist State Convention. He returned to<strong>Campbell</strong> in 2005 as <strong>the</strong> vice presidentfor marketing and planning and mostrecently has served as <strong>the</strong> vice presidentfor enrollment management and assistantto <strong>the</strong> president.Read <strong>the</strong> entire story, plus an excerpt fromPr<strong>of</strong>essor Osborn’s journal, and see our photogallery at campbell.edu/news/item/children<strong>of</strong>-panama(story ends with 1-col. photo)COMING THIS FALLAlexander Roman “A.R.” Burkot (1909-1984) served <strong>Campbell</strong> for nearly 50 years andmade a name for himself as one <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> most influential pr<strong>of</strong>essors <strong>Campbell</strong> has everseen. Legend has it he could read in 12 languages, speak six and teach five <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong>m; andduring his time at <strong>Campbell</strong>, he held titles <strong>of</strong> pr<strong>of</strong>essor, dean <strong>of</strong> men, registrar, director<strong>of</strong> admissions, academic dean, VP <strong>of</strong> academic affairs and provost. This fall, <strong>Campbell</strong>Magazine takes a closer look at <strong>the</strong> man who once said, “The price <strong>of</strong> mediocrity isdeath; if not immediate, still inevitable.” If you would like to share your own A.R.Burkot stories, email editor Billy Liggett at liggettb@campbell.edu.www.campbell.edu/magazine <strong>Campbell</strong> Magazine 7
In Brief<strong>Campbell</strong> student Jacob Bergerwon “honorable mention” in <strong>the</strong> NorthCarolina College Media Association’s2012 Statewide College Media Awardsin March for his poem, “Encased,”which was published in <strong>the</strong> Lyricist, a<strong>Campbell</strong> <strong>University</strong> student publication.Berger’s poem marked <strong>the</strong> first NCCMAaward for <strong>the</strong> Lyricist in <strong>the</strong> publication’shistory.<strong>Campbell</strong> Law School graduates ledall seven North Carolina law schoolsin first-time and overall bar passageon <strong>the</strong> February <strong>2013</strong> state bar exam.First-time test takers from <strong>Campbell</strong>Law scored a 90 percent bar passagerate, while repeaters passed at a 62.50percent clip. The state bar passageaverage for first-time takers was 63.81percent, with a state-wide average <strong>of</strong>44.52 percent repeaters passing.Larry G. Dickens, a 1975 graduate <strong>of</strong><strong>Campbell</strong> <strong>University</strong>, became <strong>the</strong> firstperson selected to fill <strong>the</strong> Gay T. andHaskell A. Duncan Chair <strong>of</strong> ChurchMusic at <strong>Campbell</strong> <strong>University</strong> DivinitySchool in May. In his new position,Dickens will give leadership to <strong>the</strong>Master <strong>of</strong> Divinity’s church musicconcentration program, teach coursesin that concentration and guide <strong>the</strong>planning <strong>of</strong> weekly chapel services.Glenn Jonas, <strong>the</strong> Charles B. HowardPr<strong>of</strong>essor <strong>of</strong> Religion and chair <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong>Department <strong>of</strong> Religion at <strong>Campbell</strong><strong>University</strong>, received <strong>the</strong> <strong>2013</strong> CarolynBlevins Meritorious Service Award from<strong>the</strong> Baptist History & Heritage Society.The award is presented each yearto a member <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> BHHS who hascontributed to <strong>the</strong> life and work <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong>society.<strong>Campbell</strong> Law received a $50,000grant in June from <strong>the</strong> A.J. FletcherFoundation to aid students servingunderserved members <strong>of</strong> ourcommunity. The fellows program willprovide stipends for students who takeunpaid summer internships in <strong>the</strong> area<strong>of</strong> public interest law.Here Comes <strong>the</strong> JudgeLeonard takes over as dean <strong>of</strong> <strong>Campbell</strong> Law“Humbled and elated” to take over as dean <strong>of</strong><strong>Campbell</strong> <strong>University</strong>’s Norman A. WigginsSchool <strong>of</strong> Law, J. Rich Leonard <strong>of</strong>ficially steppedinto <strong>the</strong> role on July 15.The former United States Bankruptcy Courtjudge for <strong>the</strong> Eastern District <strong>of</strong> North Carolinaand U.S. magistrate judge, Leonard became <strong>the</strong>fifth dean in <strong>Campbell</strong> Law School’s 35-yearhistory. He follows former Dean Melissa Essary(2006-2012) and former Interim Dean KeithFaulkner (2012-<strong>2013</strong>).“I believe in this law school,” Leonard said <strong>of</strong> hisappointment. “I appreciate <strong>the</strong> focus on rigorand discipline, and <strong>the</strong> emphasis on <strong>the</strong> practicalaspects <strong>of</strong> law practice.”A native <strong>of</strong> Davidson County, Leonard is a 1971graduate <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> <strong>University</strong> <strong>of</strong> North Carolina atChapel Hill, where he was a Morehead Scholar.He earned a master's degree in education fromUNC in 1973, and <strong>the</strong>n earned a law degreefrom Yale Law School in 1976.He has served as a United States BankruptcyJudge for <strong>the</strong> Eastern District <strong>of</strong> North Carolinasince 1992 and as Chief Judge from 1999 through2006. Prior to that time, he was a United StatesMagistrate Judge (1981-1992) and Clerk <strong>of</strong> Court<strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> U.S. District Court for <strong>the</strong> Eastern District<strong>of</strong> North Carolina (1979-1992). For more than adecade, Leonard also acted as a consultant to <strong>the</strong>U.S. Department <strong>of</strong> State to work with judiciariesin many developing countries.His judicial work and expertise have earned himboth state and national recognition. In 2011,<strong>the</strong> American Bar Association awarded Leonardwith <strong>the</strong> Robert B. Yegge Award for OutstandingContribution to Judicial Administration. Heis a 1992 recipient <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> Director’s Award forOutstanding Leadership in <strong>the</strong> Federal Judiciary.In 2011, he was selected as <strong>the</strong> Editor in Chief <strong>of</strong><strong>the</strong> American Bankruptcy Law Journal.“Judge Leonard’s wealth <strong>of</strong> experience in judicialleadership will prove tremendously beneficialto our students and faculty,” said <strong>Campbell</strong>President Jerry Wallace. “His commitment toacademic excellence and <strong>the</strong> highest standards<strong>of</strong> legal education will help shape <strong>the</strong> future <strong>of</strong><strong>Campbell</strong> Law School for years to come and weare excited to welcome him to this new role.”Leonard has also been active in <strong>the</strong> classroom.He has worked as an adjunct pr<strong>of</strong>essor for NorthCarolina Central <strong>University</strong> School <strong>of</strong> Law (1985-1986; 1995-1998); UNC School <strong>of</strong> Law (1994-1995); and, most recently, <strong>Campbell</strong> Law (2009-<strong>2013</strong>). In 2012, <strong>Campbell</strong> Law’s Delta ThetaPhi Fraternity presented Leonard with <strong>the</strong> JudgeRobinson O. Everett Award for Legal Excellence.“We could not be more pleased to welcome JudgeRich Leonard,” said Benjamin N. Thompson,chairman <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> <strong>Campbell</strong> <strong>University</strong> Board <strong>of</strong>Trustees. “He brings a wealth <strong>of</strong> administrativeexperience, scholarly work and broad respectfrom his years <strong>of</strong> service on <strong>the</strong> federal bench.He will help take our program to <strong>the</strong> next levelregionally and nationally.”8 <strong>Summer</strong> <strong>2013</strong> www.campbell.edu/alumni
My <strong>Summer</strong> AdventureWe asked <strong>Campbell</strong> students, faculty and alumni to Tweet andInstagram <strong>the</strong>ir summer adventures, and <strong>the</strong> responses camefrom all over <strong>the</strong> world. See everybody's summer fun online atcampbell.edu, search "my summer."Chelsea Cashwell: <strong>Campbell</strong> in D.C.! Worked in Congress and for an internationalNGO [non-governmental organization]. Visiting <strong>the</strong> White House. #campbellsummer10 <strong>Summer</strong> <strong>2013</strong> www.campbell.edu/alumni
around CampusMeet <strong>the</strong> Beatles: Study Abroad students do <strong>the</strong>irbest 'Abbey Road' impersonation in Great Britain.Anna McNeillI spent a month-longindependent study onSpanish languages inArgentina in June.Lynn Eggers: Spending <strong>the</strong> summer in my beautifultown. Today, we decided to zipline through <strong>the</strong> mountains.#boone #campbellsummerBrittany Bridges: I'm in Kennebunkport,Maine taking a ride on Gaylord! Ready tobe back in <strong>the</strong> Creek though!Study Abroad in Rome: Eight students and <strong>the</strong>ir pr<strong>of</strong>essor returnedin June from a 23-day Study Abroad trip to Italy, where <strong>the</strong>y took insights such as <strong>the</strong> Leaning Tower <strong>of</strong> Pisa, <strong>the</strong> Roman Colosseum andmore. Pictured are Pr<strong>of</strong>essor Adam English, Carly Everhart, BrookeCatanzarito, Courtney Smith, Amanda Carrington, Amanda Tart, BrandieOwen, Eric Grubb and Bryce Miller. #campbellsummerwww.campbell.edu/magazine <strong>Campbell</strong> Magazine 11
Love ThyNeighborservice projectcoming this fallWhen incoming students at <strong>Campbell</strong><strong>University</strong> arrived in Buies Creekorientation this summer, <strong>the</strong>y broughtwith <strong>the</strong>m items such as schoolsupplies and non-perishable food todonate for a new common serviceinitiative Love Thy Neighbor, which<strong>Campbell</strong> is introducing this fall.Those freshmen will return tocampus on Aug. 18 and convergeon <strong>the</strong> Academic Circle to prepareand package food bags for BuddyBackpacks <strong>of</strong> Harnett County, schoolsupply bags for local children, andhygiene bags for homeless individualsin <strong>the</strong> area.Sponsored by <strong>the</strong> <strong>of</strong>fices <strong>of</strong> CampusMinistry and First-Year Experience,Love Thy Neighbor will join o<strong>the</strong>runiversity traditions such asWelcome Week and <strong>the</strong> New StudentConvocation and Medallion Ceremonyto help new students build connectionswith each o<strong>the</strong>r and with <strong>the</strong> university’smission to serve o<strong>the</strong>rs.“One <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> most important steps inmaking <strong>Campbell</strong> feel like home is <strong>the</strong>opportunity to connect with peers andmake new friends,” said Jennifer Latino,director <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> First-Year Experience.“When you couple that with <strong>the</strong> spirit<strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> <strong>Campbell</strong> <strong>University</strong> mission toserve o<strong>the</strong>rs, Love Thy Neighbor makesa lot <strong>of</strong> sense. We hope that studentswill find this project to be a perfectblend <strong>of</strong> an opportunity to know <strong>the</strong>irfellow peers and make an impact on <strong>the</strong>local community.”Skype allows fa<strong>the</strong>r in Afghanistanto give ROTC oath to son at <strong>Campbell</strong>U.S. Army Capt. Garry L. Brady wasn’t ableto make his son’s ROTC CommissioningCeremony in Buies Creek on May 10 — hewas busy serving his country as a field medicin Afghanistan.But that didn’t mean he had to miss his son’sbig day.Thanks to <strong>the</strong> wonders <strong>of</strong> technology, Capt.Brady delivered <strong>the</strong> Oath <strong>of</strong> Commissioningto his son from Afghanistan via Skype during<strong>the</strong> ROTC’s pre-commencement ceremonyheld at Turner Auditorium.Facing a laptop computer and with his righthand raised, ROTC Cadet Charles Bradyrepeated his fa<strong>the</strong>r’s words before his mo<strong>the</strong>r,Ellen Brady, and o<strong>the</strong>r family members joinedhim onstage for <strong>the</strong> ceremonial pinning. Tearsswelled in Ellen Brady’s eyes as her husbandcould be seen sporting a big smile on atelevision that faced <strong>the</strong> audience <strong>of</strong> about 100on hand.Ellen Brady called <strong>the</strong> ceremony a “bigmoment” for her family.“Before Garry was deployed, we knew thisevent was coming and that he wouldn’t beable to get back in time for it,” she said.“We’d talked about possibly using Skype [avideo chat program], which is somethingmilitary families <strong>of</strong>ten use so <strong>the</strong>y can sharegraduations and o<strong>the</strong>r big moments. <strong>Campbell</strong>helped make it happen for us, and it was evenbetter that Charlie’s fa<strong>the</strong>r was able to deliver<strong>the</strong> oath.”In addressing <strong>the</strong> crowd after his pinning,Charles Brady said his fa<strong>the</strong>r’s presence madegraduation weekend extra special for him.Following <strong>the</strong> ceremony, he talked about lifein a military family.“My dad’s going on 28 years <strong>of</strong> service, and it’sbecome a way <strong>of</strong> life for us,” he said. “It meanta big deal for me to have him swear me in, andI’m even prouder that he did it while servingour country in Afghanistan. It was a proudmoment for our entire family. If down <strong>the</strong>road I have a son and I’m <strong>the</strong> one who gets toswear him in as an <strong>of</strong>ficer, I’d be <strong>the</strong> proudestfa<strong>the</strong>r ever. I can only imagine how my dadfeels right now.”Hannah Grantham @HannahGrantham_: I ain't even gonna lie, I miss late nightlibrary dates at @campbelledu. You know you love your college when you missstudying <strong>the</strong>re...12 <strong>Summer</strong> <strong>2013</strong> www.campbell.edu/alumni
around CampusPhotos by Bennett ScarboroughThe young botanistNew graduate K.T. Payne one <strong>of</strong> 25 studentsin nation to receive Young Botanist AwardHow did you end upat <strong>Campbell</strong>?At first I applied to all-female schools.My mom said, “You should mix it upsome,” and she knew someone whosedaughter went to <strong>Campbell</strong>. We camehere to visit. I loved it, and I met afaculty member [Christopher Havran]that was doing <strong>the</strong> research that Iwanted to do. It was <strong>the</strong> right fit.Talk about some <strong>of</strong>your researchMy latest project is working witha shrub that’s found only on <strong>the</strong>Hawaiian Islands. There are threedifferent species <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> shrub. We’relooking at how <strong>the</strong>y’re related, andwe’re trying to figure out <strong>the</strong> closestrelative to <strong>the</strong> shrub.How did you cometo love science?I really don’t know. My grandmo<strong>the</strong>rwill tell you stories about when I was3 or 4 years old, I would sit in <strong>the</strong>back yard and watch ants all day. Andscience was always my favorite subjectin school. I was thinking <strong>of</strong> careers in<strong>the</strong> medical field, but <strong>the</strong>n one day Irealized I wouldn’t be happy doing thatand plants were <strong>the</strong> way to go.By Cherry CraytonFour years ago, while visiting <strong>Campbell</strong><strong>University</strong> as a high school student, K.T. Payne(’13) met Christopher Havran, an assistantpr<strong>of</strong>essor <strong>of</strong> biology. She told him: “I want tostudy <strong>the</strong> floral evolution <strong>of</strong> tropical plants.”Havran, it turns out, studies just that. “Up tothat point I had not met a high school studentwith this type <strong>of</strong> interest in plant biology,”Havran says.Payne chose to attend <strong>Campbell</strong>; and herfreshman year, Havran taught her introductorycourses in biology and botany. During anadvising meeting, Havran gave Payne a scientificjournal article and told her: “Read this, and ifyou’re still interested in doing research at <strong>the</strong>beginning <strong>of</strong> next semester, let me know.”And she did, telling him she thought <strong>the</strong> articlewas “really interesting.” Havran handed her 20more scientific papers and said, “Alright. This iswhat we’re doing.”Read <strong>the</strong> entire interview at campbell.edu/magazinePayne, a biology major, began to work with himas a research assistant studying <strong>the</strong> morphology— or <strong>the</strong> form and structure — <strong>of</strong> Hawaiianviolets. Over <strong>the</strong> next three years, she workedwith him on two more research projects thatled to several presentations and a publicationin a scientific journal. “Throughout it all, Iwitnessed her interest in plant biology growstronger and more focused,” Havran said.That interest and focus was rewarded thisspring when Payne was one <strong>of</strong> only 25 collegestudents in <strong>the</strong> nation to receive a YoungBotanist Award from <strong>the</strong> Botanical Society <strong>of</strong>America, a pr<strong>of</strong>essional membership society forbotanical researchers, educators and students.“It’s <strong>the</strong> greatest honor I could have imagined,”says Payne, who graduated from <strong>Campbell</strong> onMay 11. This fall, she'll begin work towardher master's degree in biological sciences atMarshall <strong>University</strong>, and she aspires to get aPh.D. in evolution and conservation ecology.Why plants?When I was in high school, my APbiology teacher brought in a bunch <strong>of</strong>daffodils one day, and we dissected<strong>the</strong>m under a microscope. It was <strong>the</strong>most beautiful thing I’ve ever seen. Ithit me: “You’ve always loved plants,and you love being outside. Why notdo this as a job?”What do you loveabout <strong>the</strong>m?They’re <strong>the</strong> basis <strong>of</strong> all life and a key part<strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> environment. If you take away onetree species from an ecosystem, youcan completely deteriorate that entireecosystem and, in turn, ruin an entirespecies. Everything in an ecosystemdepends on something else. And plantscan do amazing things. Sunflowerscan clean up radiation. Certain types <strong>of</strong>mushrooms can remove pollutants fromsoil. Plus, we can eat plants.www.campbell.edu/magazine <strong>Campbell</strong> Magazine 13
around CampusClass bling:<strong>Campbell</strong> unveils<strong>of</strong>ficial ring<strong>Campbell</strong> <strong>University</strong> introduced its first“<strong>of</strong>ficial ring” on April 22 at Shouse DiningHall. The ring — whichis engraved withdegree abbreviations,<strong>the</strong> <strong>University</strong> sealand depictions<strong>of</strong> iconic campuslandmarks Kivett Hall, D.Rich and Butler Chapel’s Dinah GoreTower — is adorned with orange andblack stones representing <strong>the</strong> school’scolors.“The <strong>of</strong>ficial <strong>Campbell</strong> Ring is anew tradition for <strong>the</strong> students <strong>of</strong> ouruniversity that will add to <strong>the</strong>ir <strong>Campbell</strong>experience,” said Dennis Bazemore,vice president <strong>of</strong> Student Life. “This ringwill be a significant purchase for ourstudents, and I think <strong>the</strong>y will wear it withgreat pride. ”A formal <strong>Campbell</strong> Ring ceremony willbe held over Homecoming weekend onOct. 26, beginning a new tradition at<strong>Campbell</strong>.School <strong>of</strong>fersonline M.Ed.The <strong>Campbell</strong> <strong>University</strong> School <strong>of</strong>Education has received approval from<strong>the</strong> Sou<strong>the</strong>rn Association <strong>of</strong> Collegesand Schools to <strong>of</strong>fer online <strong>the</strong> Master <strong>of</strong>Education in elementary, middle grades(language arts, math, social studies),secondary grades (English, math, socialstudies), and K-12 (physical education).Applications for <strong>the</strong> new online M.Ed.in elementary education program arenow being accepted for <strong>the</strong> fall <strong>2013</strong>semester."While <strong>the</strong> School <strong>of</strong> Education continuesto <strong>of</strong>fer <strong>the</strong> traditional face-to-face eveninggraduate programs on <strong>the</strong> main campus,this new online option removes travelrestrictions that have kept some studentsfrom attending <strong>Campbell</strong> <strong>University</strong>’s maincampus in Buies Creek," said Sam Engel,assistant dean <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> School <strong>of</strong> Educationand coordinator <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> school’s onlineprograms.The Next Step: Pharmacy, Businessteam up for new spring career fairFor some students, it served as an opportunityto seek out summer internships or ideas aboutgraduate programs. For graduating seniors, itwas a chance to get a foot in <strong>the</strong> door for <strong>the</strong>start <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong>ir careers.And for <strong>the</strong> nearly 50 employers on hand for<strong>the</strong> <strong>Campbell</strong> <strong>University</strong>’s Spring Career &Pr<strong>of</strong>essional Fair in March, it was <strong>the</strong>ir firstimpression <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> talent <strong>Campbell</strong> has to <strong>of</strong>fer.The College <strong>of</strong> Pharmacy & Health Sciences,Lundy-Fetterman School <strong>of</strong> Business andCareer Services teamed up to present <strong>the</strong>career fair, held on <strong>the</strong> concourse <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong>Pope Convocation Center. The fair featuredbusinesses in a variety <strong>of</strong> fields, from clinicalresearch to education, communications tohealth care, and more.“<strong>Campbell</strong>’s growing, and I think businessesare realizing this,” said Christy Connolly,student affairs coordinator for <strong>Campbell</strong>’spharmacy school and one <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> organizers<strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> event. “This fair is a great way for us tomarket ourselves and show <strong>the</strong> world we havegreat students.”At a time when a college degree doesn’tnecessarily guarantee employment for newgraduates — over 6 percent <strong>of</strong> college gradsages 24 and under nationwide are still seekinga job — Connolly said <strong>the</strong> fair was valuable to<strong>the</strong> students who attended because it brought<strong>the</strong>m face to face with companies <strong>the</strong>y mayhave o<strong>the</strong>rwise never known about or had anopportunity to converse with.“They realize <strong>the</strong> importance <strong>of</strong> networking,”she said. “Obviously, I would love for <strong>the</strong>mto walk away with a job or an internship,but in <strong>the</strong> very least, <strong>the</strong>y’re coming awaywith experience in interacting with potentialemployers. First impressions are so important.”Caleb Michalek <strong>of</strong> Virginia and Lindsey Stever<strong>of</strong> Wake Forest — donned in clo<strong>the</strong>s typicallysaved for <strong>the</strong> big interview — were mere weeksaway from graduation when <strong>the</strong>y attended thisspring’s fair. For Stever, grad school awaits. ForMichalek, it’s time to venture <strong>of</strong>f into <strong>the</strong> realworld and land a job.Both have trained for careers in clinicalresearch. Both said <strong>the</strong> career fair was avaluable experience for <strong>the</strong>m.“I went in looking at what sort <strong>of</strong> companieswere out <strong>the</strong>re and looking for new gradsand what career opportunities are out <strong>the</strong>refor me,” Michalek said. “I asked what <strong>the</strong>yexpect from new hires and what I canexpect as I start my career. I felt like it wasabsolutely beneficial. If anything, I gainedmore networking skills and was introduced tocompanies I’d never seen before.”Photo by Bennett Scarborough14 <strong>Summer</strong> <strong>2013</strong> www.campbell.edu/alumni
Photo by Bennett ScarboroughHands-On CareerPotential students get a glimpse <strong>of</strong> upcoming Doctor <strong>of</strong> Physical Therapy programBY BILLY LIGGETTAs was <strong>the</strong> case with o<strong>the</strong>r healthscience programs <strong>Campbell</strong> hasstarted in recent years, <strong>the</strong> idea for aDoctor <strong>of</strong> Physical Therapy program camefrom a need — North Carolina is one <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong>fastest-growing states in <strong>the</strong> nation, but whenit comes to <strong>the</strong> number <strong>of</strong> licensed physical<strong>the</strong>rapists, <strong>the</strong> state ranks 38th out <strong>of</strong> 50.“We’re not keeping up with demand,”said Greg Dedrick, director <strong>of</strong> <strong>Campbell</strong><strong>University</strong>’s upcoming physical <strong>the</strong>rapyprogram and associate pr<strong>of</strong>essor <strong>of</strong> healthpr<strong>of</strong>essional studies for <strong>the</strong> College <strong>of</strong>Pharmacy & Health Sciences. “There’s anestimate that <strong>the</strong> need for physical <strong>the</strong>rapyjobs will grow by 39 to 40 percent between2010 and 2020 on a national level. If youlook at North Carolina, <strong>the</strong> projection is anincrease <strong>of</strong> 30 percent by 2016.”The statistics were just one <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> manyselling points Dedrick introduced at anopen house for prospective physical <strong>the</strong>rapystudents in Maddox Hall on July 11.Approximately 20 students, accompanied byfriends and family, attended <strong>the</strong> program tonot only learn more about physical <strong>the</strong>rapy asa career, but what kind <strong>of</strong> program <strong>Campbell</strong>is hoping to <strong>of</strong>fer.<strong>Campbell</strong>’s Doctor <strong>of</strong> Physical Therapyprogram received approval from <strong>the</strong> Sou<strong>the</strong>rnAssociation <strong>of</strong> Colleges and SchoolsCommission on Colleges (SACSCOC)to continue its national accreditationprocess, and Dedrick submitted <strong>Campbell</strong>’sapplication to <strong>the</strong> Commission onAccreditation in Physical Therapy Educationduring <strong>the</strong> spring. Pending accreditationapproval, classes for <strong>the</strong> new program areexpected to begin in January.Dedrick says he expects a class <strong>of</strong> between 32and 40 students to make up <strong>the</strong> charter group.Students in attendance at <strong>the</strong> open houseranged from recent college grads who’d beready to jump right in with <strong>the</strong> charter classto those who have yet to finish high school.Their reasons for wanting to learn moreabout physical <strong>the</strong>rapy vary, but <strong>the</strong>y all agreeon at least one aspect <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> career — <strong>the</strong>re’snothing dull about it.“I’m interested in <strong>the</strong> hands-on aspect <strong>of</strong> it,working with different people, <strong>the</strong> flexibilityin scheduling and not sitting in a cubicle allday,” said Johan Daniel, a 2012 graduate <strong>of</strong>Kean <strong>University</strong> in New Jersey.Daniel has worked as a personal trainer sincegraduation, and he drove over eight hoursfrom New Jersey to Buies Creek to see what<strong>Campbell</strong> had to <strong>of</strong>fer.He said <strong>Campbell</strong>’s success with its pharmacyschool and <strong>the</strong> soon-to-launch School <strong>of</strong>Osteopathic Medicine were factors in hisdecision to make that long drive.Forbes ranked “physical <strong>the</strong>rapist” as <strong>the</strong>third-best career in terms <strong>of</strong> job satisfactionin 2011, behind “clergy” and “firefighter.”It also made <strong>the</strong> list <strong>of</strong> best jobs for youngpeople at No. 4. According to Dedrick,<strong>the</strong> median salary for a physical <strong>the</strong>rapist is$80,000 a year, and that number actuallyimproves when PTs face less competition (i.e.in rural areas).Learn More online<strong>Campbell</strong> <strong>University</strong>'s future Doctor <strong>of</strong>Physical Therapy program is acceptingapplications. Visit campell.edu and visit <strong>the</strong>College <strong>of</strong> Pharmacy & Health Sciencespage for more information.www.campbell.edu/magazine <strong>Campbell</strong> Magazine 15
‘An Affirmation’OASIS conference opening concert draws largest crowd in event’s 3-year historyBY BILLY LIGGETT“Who says worship can’t be fun?” JimDavidson asks with a smile and a wink,talking about his experience at <strong>the</strong> July 15Carnegie at <strong>the</strong> Creek concert at ButlerChapel.“You have this wonderful time <strong>of</strong> worship,done in a style that is basically indigenousto this area … and it was done so well,”Davidson adds. “It was entertaining,powerful and refreshing at once.”Davidson came to <strong>Campbell</strong> <strong>University</strong>from First Baptist Church in Hickory asone <strong>of</strong> about 140 attendees <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> DivinitySchool’s third annual OASIS church musicconference, a three-day event for churchmusicians to not only get ideas and learnmore about <strong>the</strong>ir pr<strong>of</strong>ession, but to get awayfrom <strong>the</strong>ir daily routine and replenish <strong>the</strong>irsouls through music and worship.The highlight this year for Davidson and <strong>the</strong>conference as a whole was <strong>the</strong> Carnegie at<strong>the</strong> Creek performance featuring composersPepper Choplin and Joseph Martin, bluegrassmusicians and a choir made up <strong>of</strong> men andwomen from all along <strong>the</strong> East Coast.The concert was an encore performance <strong>of</strong><strong>the</strong> Bluegrass 57@7 concert led by Choplinand Martin at Carnegie Hall in New YorkCity from February <strong>of</strong> this year.Many <strong>of</strong> those same choir members whoperformed in New York joined Choplin andMartin — along with <strong>Campbell</strong> <strong>University</strong>musicians and church singers from <strong>the</strong> areaand region — in Buies Creek for <strong>the</strong> OASISconcertThe result? An overflow crowd in <strong>the</strong>400-person capacity Butler Chapel (manywere forced to stand or sit in <strong>the</strong> lobby andwatch through <strong>the</strong> open doorway). It wasby far <strong>the</strong> largest crowd to attend an OASISconcert, according to Larry Dickens, associatepr<strong>of</strong>essor <strong>of</strong> church music and worship for<strong>Campbell</strong> Divinity School.“I wouldn’t say we were surprised by <strong>the</strong>crowd,” said Dickens. “Our vision forOASIS from Day 1 was for <strong>Campbell</strong> and<strong>the</strong> Divinity School to become a place wherepeople can have <strong>the</strong>se kinds <strong>of</strong> experiencesand renew <strong>the</strong>ir spirit through music.[Carnegie at <strong>the</strong> Creek and <strong>the</strong> crowd] was atotal affirmation that, yes, this is exactly whatwe’ve set out to do. And it’s working.”April Brown<strong>Campbell</strong> Divinity“I grew up aroundfantastic pianists, but thispianist blew <strong>the</strong>m out <strong>of</strong><strong>the</strong> water. It’s like <strong>the</strong>rewere 10 hands on <strong>the</strong>piano … it was amazing.”Brenda Grager <strong>of</strong> Strasburg, Pa., was one <strong>of</strong><strong>the</strong> many singers on hand who performed <strong>the</strong>same program at Carnegie Hall last February.She said <strong>the</strong> musicians who took part in thatconcert enjoyed it so much, many jumpedat <strong>the</strong> chance to do it again at <strong>Campbell</strong><strong>University</strong>. And while performing at Carnegiewas a dream come true for Grager, she saidher experience at <strong>Campbell</strong> was equallyrewarding.OASIS was Grager’s introduction to<strong>Campbell</strong> <strong>University</strong>, and she said <strong>the</strong>experience was wonderful.“Oh my, <strong>the</strong> sou<strong>the</strong>rn hospitality,” she said.“We have been treated so well, and everyonehas been so accommodating. We’ve reallyappreciated how everyone here has gone overand above what’s expected to make us feelwelcome.”16 <strong>Summer</strong> <strong>2013</strong> www.campbell.edu/alumni
Special Section: School <strong>of</strong> MedicineThe future is now<strong>Campbell</strong> <strong>University</strong> will be a destination for health care education onseveral levels in a state hungry for change. A giant step in this goal will berealized with <strong>the</strong> opening <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> School <strong>of</strong> Osteopathic Medicine this fall.www.campbell.edu/magazine <strong>Campbell</strong> Magazine 17
Special Section: School <strong>of</strong> MedicineMIND, BODY & SpiritOsteopathic medicine was createdin <strong>the</strong> 1800s by A.T. Still, MD, whorefused to believe <strong>the</strong> common wayto practice medicine at <strong>the</strong> timewas <strong>the</strong> only way. The fruits <strong>of</strong> hislabor continue to grow today ...PAGE 22Vision to realityA 2009 trip to Mississippi inspired<strong>Campbell</strong> President Jerry Wallaceto move on establishing NorthCarolina’s first medical school in35 years; but <strong>the</strong> idea was plantedmuch, much earlier ...PAGE 26Photo by Bryan Reagan18 <strong>Summer</strong> <strong>2013</strong> www.campbell.edu/alumni
School <strong>of</strong> Osteopathic medicineTHE FACILITYTake a visual tour <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong>Leon Levine Hall <strong>of</strong> MedicalSciences, <strong>the</strong> 96,500-squarefootstate-<strong>of</strong>-<strong>the</strong>-art home <strong>of</strong><strong>Campbell</strong> <strong>University</strong>'s School <strong>of</strong>Osteopathic Medicine ...PAGE 44MEET OUR PEOPLESee how some <strong>of</strong> our talentedstudents, faculty and staff found<strong>the</strong>ir way to medical educationand what attracted <strong>the</strong>m to<strong>Campbell</strong> <strong>University</strong>'s School <strong>of</strong>Osteopathic Medicine ...PAGE 54www.campbell.edu/magazine <strong>Campbell</strong> Magazine 19
OSTEOPATHICEDUCATION FACTSCAMPBELL’S INTERPROFESSIONALAPPROACH TO HEALTHEstablished programs, new programs and programs yet tocome will allow <strong>Campbell</strong> <strong>University</strong> to become a leader in NorthCarolina when it comes to interpr<strong>of</strong>essional studies in healthscience education.Osteopathic MedicineResponding to <strong>the</strong> need for primary care physicians inNorth Carolina, especially in rural areas, <strong>the</strong> School <strong>of</strong>Osteopathic Medicine — North Carolina’s first new medicalschool in 35 years — will primarily focus on training communitybasedosteopathic physicians who work in underserved regions.• The American Osteopathic Association’sCommission on Osteopathic CollegeAccreditation currently accredits 29 colleges<strong>of</strong> osteopathic medicine <strong>of</strong>fering instruction at37 locations in 28 states.• Osteopathic medicine is <strong>the</strong> fastest growingmedical field in <strong>the</strong> U.S., according to <strong>the</strong>U.S. Bureau <strong>of</strong> Health Pr<strong>of</strong>essions. D.O.s areexpected to number 52,700 by <strong>the</strong> year 2010.The D.O. population is growing at a rate <strong>of</strong>about 1,300, or five percent, per year.• Some 15 percent <strong>of</strong> D.O.s practice in remoteor rural areas with populations <strong>of</strong> 10,000or less. They are <strong>the</strong> front-line health careproviders for people who might o<strong>the</strong>rwise lackaccess to care.LEON LEVINEThe 96,500-square-foot Leon Levine Hall<strong>of</strong> Medical Sciences will house <strong>Campbell</strong><strong>University</strong>’s School <strong>of</strong> Osteopathic Medicine andphysician assistant program, in addition to servingas a learning facility for o<strong>the</strong>r <strong>University</strong> healthscience programs in <strong>the</strong> future.The facility is named for <strong>the</strong> North Carolinaphilanthropist who founded <strong>the</strong> Family Dollarretail chain in Charlotte in 1959. His foundation,founded in 1980, provided an early grant <strong>of</strong>$850,000 to go toward <strong>the</strong> construction <strong>of</strong> afacility to house <strong>Campbell</strong>’s health programs.®The <strong>Campbell</strong> <strong>University</strong> School <strong>of</strong> OsteopathicMedicine received support from The Golden LEAFFoundation and <strong>the</strong> Kate B. Reynolds CharitableTrust.Pharmacy<strong>Campbell</strong> began addressing health care <strong>issue</strong>s whenits nationally-acclaimed Doctor <strong>of</strong> Pharmacy programstarted in 1986. Since <strong>the</strong>n, <strong>Campbell</strong> has <strong>of</strong>fered clinicalorientedpharmacy training to prepare pharmacists who go onto assume active and crucial roles as drug <strong>the</strong>rapy specialists.Physical Therapy<strong>Campbell</strong> anticipates rolling out its first students in <strong>the</strong> newDoctor <strong>of</strong> Physical Therapy program in January 2014. This36-month, full-time program will be committed to producinglicensed physical <strong>the</strong>rapists who are passionate about expandinghealth care access to underserved communities, especially inrural areas.Physician AssistantThe N.C. Institute <strong>of</strong> Medicine predicts a shortage <strong>of</strong>primary care providers in North Carolina over <strong>the</strong> nextdecade. <strong>Campbell</strong>’s Master <strong>of</strong> Physician Assistant Practiceprogram aims to help fill this void by placing an emphasis onprimary care and practicing in underserved areas.Public HealthService that benefits underserved communities is at <strong>the</strong>core <strong>of</strong> <strong>Campbell</strong>’s Master <strong>of</strong> Science in Public Health. Tocomplement an educational foundation in research and outcomesevaluation, this program embeds students in rural communitiesthrough service and experiential learning opportunities.Clinical Research<strong>Campbell</strong>’s master’s and bachelor’s degrees in clinicalresearch are grounded in scientific method and handsontraining. The graduate program places students under <strong>the</strong>guidance <strong>of</strong> research mentors, while undergraduate studentsreceive tangible experiences through extensive internships atclinical research organizationsNursingThe National Institute <strong>of</strong> Medicine has called for <strong>the</strong> training<strong>of</strong> more nurses at <strong>the</strong> baccalaureate level because <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong>growing shortage <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong>se pr<strong>of</strong>essionals. That’s why <strong>Campbell</strong> hasproposed launching a Bachelor <strong>of</strong> Science in Nursing program in2014, contingent on <strong>the</strong> N.C. Board <strong>of</strong> Nursing approval.20 <strong>Summer</strong> <strong>2013</strong> www.campbell.edu/alumni
CLASS <strong>of</strong> 2017The <strong>Campbell</strong> <strong>University</strong> School <strong>of</strong> Osteopathic Medicine Class <strong>of</strong>2017 consists <strong>of</strong> 162 students from more than 30 states and severalcountries. A few facts about <strong>the</strong> medical school’s first class:LongestTrip HomeIlona Brown comes toBuies Creek from Okinawa,Japan (7,800 miles), whereher husband was deployedTop 10Home StatesNorth Carolina, Florida,Virginia, Michigan, NewJersey, Maryland, California,New York, Ohio and IllinoisAverageAge is 24Many in <strong>the</strong> charter classare recent college grads,while o<strong>the</strong>rs are gettingstarted in <strong>the</strong>ir 30sGenderratio<strong>Campbell</strong>'s male/femalepercentage for its charterclass is close to equal, withmen only slightly aheadEarly DO advocates• Theodore Roosevelt: In 1917, Roosevelt, whosepersonal physician was a DO, wrote a letter toCongress asking that DOs be admitted into militaryservice. It wasn’t until 1966 that <strong>the</strong> U.S. militaryaccepted DOs as physicians on equal footing as MDs.• Mark Twain: In 1909, Twain spoke before <strong>the</strong> NewYork State Assembly at a hearing regarding <strong>the</strong>practice <strong>of</strong> osteopathy in <strong>the</strong> state, saying, “I don'tknow as I cared much about <strong>the</strong>se osteopaths until Iheard you were going to drive <strong>the</strong>m out <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> state,but since I heard that I haven't been able to sleep.”Physicians from <strong>the</strong> New York County MedicalSociety responded with a vigorous attack on Twain,who retorted with "The objection is, people are curingpeople without a license and you are afraid it will bustup business.”• Nelson A. Rockefeller: Members <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> Rockefellerfamily and Dr. W. Kenneth Riland founded <strong>the</strong> NewYork Institute <strong>of</strong> Technology College <strong>of</strong> OsteopathicMedicine in 1977. Rockefeller’s personal physician at<strong>the</strong> time was Riland. At <strong>the</strong> time, <strong>the</strong>re were only fiveo<strong>the</strong>r osteopathic schools in <strong>the</strong> U.S.FAMOUS DOs• William Anderson: Former president <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> AOA andfirst African-American to be elected to <strong>the</strong> position. CivilRights activist who worked closely with Martin Lu<strong>the</strong>rKing Jr. and was president <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> Albany Movement.• Sister Anne Brooks: Catholic nun whose work inimpoverished rural Mississippi was covered nationallyin People magazine, “Good Morning America” and “60Minutes.” Received first Norman Vincent Peale PositiveThinking Award.• Enrico Fazzini: Leading expert on Parkinson’s disease.Fazzini confirmed <strong>the</strong> diagnosis <strong>of</strong> Parkinson’s inactor Michael J. Fox and was consulted by Vaticanphysicians on <strong>the</strong> treatment <strong>of</strong> Pope John Paul II.• James Polk: Deputy Chief Medical Officer and Chief <strong>of</strong>Space Medicine at NASA and <strong>the</strong> Dept. <strong>of</strong> HomelandSecurity, best known for his testimonies to <strong>the</strong> Institute <strong>of</strong>Medicine and his work to save trapped Chilean miners.• Barbara Ross-Lee: First African-American womanto serve as dean <strong>of</strong> a U.S. medical school, executivedirector <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> National Osteopathic Institute for HealthPolicy and Leadership and sister <strong>of</strong> Motown legendDiana Ross.www.campbell.edu/magazine <strong>Campbell</strong> Magazine 21
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Photo by Shelley HobbsThey may look like simple massage chairs, but <strong>the</strong>y're in fact learning tools for <strong>the</strong> School <strong>of</strong> Osteopathic Medicine's department <strong>of</strong> manipulative medicine.“As a medical student, it’s all about findingwhich path is right for you,” Hobbs says.“When I explain osteopathic medicine and<strong>Campbell</strong>’s goals, I see <strong>the</strong> light bulb go onabove <strong>the</strong>se students’ heads. They say, ‘Thatsounds more like <strong>the</strong> kind <strong>of</strong> physician Iwant to be anyway.”The AACOM describes DOs, or doctors<strong>of</strong> osteopathic medicine, as physicians whowork in partnership with <strong>the</strong>ir patients.They consider <strong>the</strong> impact that lifestyle andcommunity have on <strong>the</strong> health <strong>of</strong> eachindividual and work to “break down <strong>the</strong>barriers to good health.”DOs tout that <strong>the</strong>y spend more time inpersonal contact with <strong>the</strong>ir patients — aclaim supported by <strong>the</strong> 1999 NationalAmbulatory Medical Care Survey, asummary that compared <strong>the</strong> practice <strong>of</strong>DOs and MDs in <strong>the</strong> family practicesetting. According to <strong>the</strong> survey, osteopathsspent an average <strong>of</strong> 19 minutes with <strong>the</strong>irpatients per visit, as opposed to 15 minutesby MDs.“There’s a reason why many people sayosteopathic physicians are just nicerdocs,” says Dr. William Morris, pr<strong>of</strong>essorand director <strong>of</strong> <strong>Campbell</strong>’s manipulativemedicine department. “It’s all about humancontact. You’re a human being, and I’m ahuman being, and I’m here to help you getbetter. There’s a powerful message <strong>the</strong>re.”Patients who visited osteopathic physicianswere more likely to be middle-aged andreferred, according to <strong>the</strong> survey. Inaddition to spending more time withpatients, DOs ordered a greater number<strong>of</strong> “non-traditional” tests and providedmore manual and complementary modes<strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong>rapy. In contrast, MDs had a greaternumber <strong>of</strong> patients who were minorities,and <strong>the</strong>y ordered a greater number <strong>of</strong>traditional diagnostic tests and prescribedmore medications.DOs are more likely to go into solopractice and are more commonly foundin <strong>the</strong> midwest region <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> U.S., whileMDs are more likely to be primary carephysicians with hospital-owned clinicsmore likely to be equipped with labfacilities.“DOs tend to serve in more rural andunderserved areas,” says Kauffman.“They’re both good models, and <strong>the</strong>y’recomplementary. MDs create more subspecialists,and we create more generalspecialists.”There are still critics <strong>of</strong> osteopathicmedicine. Some believe DOs exaggerate<strong>the</strong> value <strong>of</strong> manipulative <strong>the</strong>rapy. O<strong>the</strong>rsclaim MD programs require better gradesfrom incoming students than schools <strong>of</strong>osteopathic medicine. O<strong>the</strong>r publishedcriticisms say osteopathic schools are morefocused on practical application and lessfocused on research and scientific discovery.Kauffman is well aware <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> criticisms,but he says DOs have battled <strong>the</strong>m for overa century.“MDs spent years trying to get rid <strong>of</strong> us,”he jokes. “DOs couldn’t even serve in <strong>the</strong>military during World War II. The militaryput politics above saving lives.”Today, <strong>the</strong> two practices have becomebetter partners. MDs and DOs share many<strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> same residencies and work sideby-sidein hospitals and clinics across <strong>the</strong>nation.And DOs today are one <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> fastestgrowing segments <strong>of</strong> health carepr<strong>of</strong>essionals in <strong>the</strong> U.S., according to a2012 pr<strong>of</strong>essional report by <strong>the</strong> AmericanOsteopathic Association. At <strong>the</strong> currentrate <strong>of</strong> growth, it is estimated that morethan 100,000 osteopathic physicians willbe in active medical practice by <strong>the</strong> year2020. In May 2012, that number wasestimated to be around 69,000.Osteopathic medicine provides all<strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> benefits <strong>of</strong> modern medicineincluding prescription drugs, surgery,and <strong>the</strong> use <strong>of</strong> technology to diagnosedisease and evaluate injury. It also<strong>of</strong>fers <strong>the</strong> added benefit <strong>of</strong> hands-ondiagnosis and treatment through asystem <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong>rapy known as osteopathicmanipulative medicine. Osteopathicmedicine emphasizes helping eachperson achieve a high level <strong>of</strong> wellnessby focusing on health promotion anddisease prevention.— The American Association <strong>of</strong>Colleges <strong>of</strong> Osteopathic Medicine24 <strong>Summer</strong> <strong>2013</strong> www.campbell.edu/alumni
SERVING THEUNDERSERVED<strong>Campbell</strong>’s school <strong>of</strong> medicine comes at a time when North Carolinaand <strong>the</strong> nation face a drastic shortage in physiciansBY Billy LiggettOf North Carolina’s 100counties, more than half <strong>of</strong><strong>the</strong>m — 51 to be exact — havefewer than six physicians per 100,000 <strong>of</strong><strong>the</strong> population.Twenty <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong>m — that’s right, 1-in-5counties — have no general surgeons.None.And <strong>the</strong> news gets worse. With a growingand aging population in <strong>the</strong> state and<strong>the</strong> U.S., <strong>the</strong> gap between <strong>the</strong> number<strong>of</strong> people needing health care and <strong>the</strong>number <strong>of</strong> people able to provide itis getting wider. The Association <strong>of</strong>American Medical Colleges estimatesthat <strong>the</strong> U.S. will face a shortage <strong>of</strong> morethan 90,000 physicians by 2020 — anumber that will grow to more than130,000 by 2025.That shortfall will affect everyone, but<strong>the</strong> impact will be greater in medicallyunderserved areas — <strong>the</strong> 20 percent <strong>of</strong>Americans who live in rural or inner-citylocations deemed “health pr<strong>of</strong>essionalshortage areas.”There is hope, however.In addition to <strong>the</strong> opening <strong>of</strong> <strong>Campbell</strong><strong>University</strong>’s School <strong>of</strong> OsteopathicMedicine — which by 2020 will havegraduated approximately 600 physicians— <strong>the</strong> number <strong>of</strong> medical schoolsnationwide is increasing. The result couldbe an additional 7,000 graduates everyyear over <strong>the</strong> next decade.And many schools, like <strong>Campbell</strong>, arefocusing on <strong>the</strong> underserved.“<strong>Campbell</strong> is following <strong>the</strong> moredistributive model,” says founding dean<strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> <strong>University</strong>’s school <strong>of</strong> medicine,Dr. John Kauffman. “Our students willbe on campus here for two years, <strong>the</strong>n<strong>the</strong>y’ll go out across <strong>the</strong> state for twoyears.”<strong>Campbell</strong> is working with severalhospitals and clinics in <strong>the</strong> easternportion <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> state, where <strong>the</strong> need isgreatest, to have students perform <strong>the</strong>irresidencies in areas where <strong>the</strong>y can reach<strong>the</strong> underserved.1 in 5NC countiesHave zeroSurgeons“Imagine you have a student going toLumberton,” Kauffman says. “And he orshe is <strong>the</strong>re two years for <strong>the</strong>ir clinicalrotations and maybe ano<strong>the</strong>r three to fiveyears starting <strong>the</strong>ir residencies. They’re in<strong>the</strong>ir mid- to late-20s … what happensin that time <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong>ir life? They usuallymeet someone and fall in love. They startfamilies. They plant roots. They becomemembers <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong>ir community.”Despite being home to four medicalschools — UNC, Duke, Wake Forestand East Carolina — and being <strong>the</strong>10th most populous state in <strong>the</strong> nation,North Carolina ranks 30th out <strong>of</strong> 50 inphysicians per capita. Kauffman said part<strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> problem is <strong>the</strong> MD model at thosefour schools — great schools, he says,but models that don’t do well to serverural areas.“Many <strong>of</strong> this state’s medical graduatesare specialists, and many <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong>m arestaying in Orange and Durham counties[two <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> three counties in <strong>the</strong> statewith more than 25 physicians per100,000 <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> population],” Kauffmansaid. “That’s why we think <strong>the</strong> DOmodel will work in North Carolina.There’s a huge maldistribution <strong>of</strong> doctorsin North Carolina, and if we took outOrange and Durham counties, we’d benear <strong>the</strong> bottom <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> heap.”In 1945, UNC-Chapel Hill expandedits medical school to a four-year schooland built a large general hospital toaffiliate with <strong>the</strong> school as a result <strong>of</strong> astudy appointed by <strong>the</strong> governor thatdetermined North Carolina’s state <strong>of</strong>health was “woeful.” It was a visionaryplan set forth by ambitious leaders whosaw a need and acted.Kauffman feels <strong>Campbell</strong>’s plan in <strong>2013</strong>is equally visionary.“This is why North Carolina needs a DOschool,” he told The DO Magazine in2012. “If half <strong>of</strong> our graduates go intoprimary care and half go into emergencymedicine, psychiatry, general surgery,and obstetrics and gynecology — andmost <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong>m practice in underservedparts <strong>of</strong> North Carolina — that would bea triumph for patients in our state.”www.campbell.edu/magazine <strong>Campbell</strong> Magazine 25
COVER STORYThe sudden rise <strong>of</strong> North Carolina's firstnew medical school in 35 years.26 <strong>Summer</strong> <strong>2013</strong> www.campbell.edu/alumni
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Photos by Bennett ScarboroughA BOLD STEPA 2009 trip to Mississippi inspired <strong>Campbell</strong> President Jerry Wallaceto move on establishing North Carolina’s first medical school in 35 years;but <strong>the</strong> idea was planted much, much earlier ...BY Billy LiggettJerry Wallace had already made up hismind.There was no way little William Carey<strong>University</strong> — a Baptist school half <strong>the</strong> size<strong>of</strong> <strong>Campbell</strong>, tucked away in <strong>the</strong> center<strong>of</strong> Mississippi — could afford to launch amedical school. Especially in 2009, when<strong>the</strong> country was still trying to crawl out <strong>of</strong><strong>the</strong> Great Recession.Yet <strong>the</strong>re Wallace was, part <strong>of</strong> a teamtasked by <strong>the</strong> Sou<strong>the</strong>rn Association<strong>of</strong> College and Schools to reviewWilliam Carey’s application to launch aschool <strong>of</strong> osteopathic medicine, a term(“osteopathic”) Wallace had limitedknowledge <strong>of</strong>.Fast forward four years — a mere fouryears — to early June <strong>2013</strong>, just 60 daysbefore Wallace and <strong>Campbell</strong> <strong>University</strong>will greet its own class <strong>of</strong> 162 osteopathicstudents to North Carolina’s second-largestmedical school and <strong>the</strong> first in <strong>the</strong> statein 35 years. A fixed smile on his face,Wallace leans back in <strong>the</strong> couch in his<strong>of</strong>fice’s adjoining meeting room as he recallsthat trip to Mississippi … <strong>the</strong> trip thatinspired <strong>Campbell</strong>’s boldest move since <strong>the</strong>establishment <strong>of</strong> its pharmacy school in <strong>the</strong>1980s.The smile is <strong>the</strong>re because Wallace admitshe was biased about William Carey’schances at accreditation and, ultimately,very wrong.“When I left Mississippi, it was clear to me<strong>the</strong>y could launch that school,” Wallacesays. “And <strong>the</strong>y’d be successful in doing it.”‘SO AWESOME OFAN UNDERTAKING’Long before he visited Mississippi anddiscovered that spending millions on ahospital to support a medical school is<strong>the</strong> old way <strong>of</strong> doing things — and longbefore he first picked up <strong>the</strong> study by <strong>the</strong>N.C. Institute <strong>of</strong> Medicine that warned <strong>of</strong>a massive shortage <strong>of</strong> physicians in <strong>the</strong> next10 years — Jerry Wallace was asked to heada feasibility study on whe<strong>the</strong>r <strong>Campbell</strong>could and should launch a physicianassistant program and a nursing school.28 <strong>Summer</strong> <strong>2013</strong> www.campbell.edu/alumni
The year was 1981, and at <strong>the</strong> time, Wallacewas <strong>the</strong> new dean <strong>of</strong> <strong>Campbell</strong>’s College <strong>of</strong>Arts & Sciences. Then-President NormanA. Wiggins had successfully created a lawschool five years prior, and he knew Wallacehad an interest in starting a PA program(his daughter graduated from Wake Forest’sprogram that same year).Despite what seemed like serendipity,Wallace concluded that <strong>Campbell</strong> wasn’tready for ei<strong>the</strong>r program just yet. Aroundthat time, however, he visited <strong>the</strong> Sou<strong>the</strong>rnSchool <strong>of</strong> Pharmacy at Mercer <strong>University</strong> inAtlanta to talk to its dean about <strong>Campbell</strong>’sinterest in a pharmacy school.“I met with <strong>the</strong> dean and asked him, ‘Is<strong>the</strong>re a need for a new pharmacy school,’”Wallace recalls, noting <strong>the</strong> fact that <strong>the</strong> U.S.had not seen a new pharmacy school innearly 35 years. “And he said, ‘Definitelyyes. But <strong>the</strong>y’ll all tell you no.’ … And that’sexactly what happened.”In 1986, <strong>Campbell</strong> <strong>University</strong> defied <strong>the</strong>odds and turned a deaf ear to its criticsand launched a pharmacy school. Theschool’s founding dean was Dr. RonaldMaddox, chairman <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> Department <strong>of</strong>Pharmacy Practice and two time “pr<strong>of</strong>essor<strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> year” at … you guessed it … Mercer<strong>University</strong>.Today, Maddox is still dean <strong>of</strong> <strong>Campbell</strong>’sesteemed College <strong>of</strong> Pharmacy & HealthSciences and in 2010 was named <strong>the</strong>school’s vice president <strong>of</strong> health programs.Wallace says Maddox was instrumental in<strong>the</strong> <strong>University</strong>’s efforts to launch a medicalschool.In 2011, <strong>Campbell</strong> began <strong>the</strong> physicianassistant program it once considered 30years earlier. This fall, <strong>the</strong> medical schoolwill welcome its first class <strong>of</strong> 162 studentsin a new 96,500-square-foot facility just aquarter-mile from <strong>Campbell</strong>’s 126-yearoldBuies Creek campus. And earlier thisspring, <strong>the</strong> school announced its effortsto earn accreditation for a new four-yearnursing program.“It’s interesting how it all comes full circle,”Wallace beamed on June 3, <strong>2013</strong>, <strong>the</strong> dayhe welcomed <strong>the</strong> first class <strong>of</strong> PA studentsas <strong>the</strong> first inhabitants <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> new medicalschool facility, <strong>the</strong> Leon Levine Hall <strong>of</strong>Medical Sciences. “I believe strongly <strong>the</strong>re isa religious foundation in all <strong>of</strong> this. Withouta doubt in my mind, this is a God-achievedevent. It could not be o<strong>the</strong>rwise, because itwas so awesome <strong>of</strong> an undertaking and hasbeen so wonderfully fulfilled.”SETTING THE STAGEIf <strong>the</strong> pharmacy school paved <strong>the</strong> road for<strong>the</strong> opening <strong>of</strong> <strong>Campbell</strong>’s medical school,its law school — which opened 10 yearsearlier in 1976 — beat <strong>the</strong> path.While news <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> school <strong>of</strong> osteopathicmedicine has been met with optimismand positive press from state and nationalmedia outlets, that wasn’t <strong>the</strong> case forits predecessors. The Raleigh News &Observer, which had previously questioned<strong>Campbell</strong>’s law school, came out against <strong>the</strong>pharmacy school in 1985, writing, “Notall private schools are as expansionist as<strong>Campbell</strong>, which opened a law school in astate overrun with lawyers.” The WilmingtonStar and UNC-Chapel Hill’s pharmacyschool dean were also publicly critical <strong>of</strong><strong>Campbell</strong> at <strong>the</strong> time, fearing <strong>the</strong> newpharmacy school would cut into publicschool funds and enrollment.The law school immediately set out to proveits critics wrong with an inaugural class <strong>of</strong>97 students who matched <strong>the</strong> larger schools’performance on <strong>the</strong> North Carolina BarExam and would go on to pass <strong>the</strong>ir peersconsistently, hitting a 100-percent passagerate for <strong>the</strong> first time in state history in1994. <strong>Campbell</strong> became <strong>the</strong> only lawschool in <strong>the</strong> state capital when it moved toRaleigh in 2009.The pharmacy school also excelled. Afterbecoming <strong>the</strong> nation’s first pharmacy schoolin 35 years in 1986, <strong>the</strong> inaugural Class <strong>of</strong>1990 had a 100-percent passage rate on <strong>the</strong>1976 1981 1986 1990<strong>Campbell</strong> <strong>University</strong>’s thirdpresident, Norman A. Wiggins,welcomes <strong>the</strong> charter class<strong>of</strong> 97 students to <strong>Campbell</strong>Law School in August. DuringWiggins’ tenure, he inspired<strong>the</strong> establishment <strong>of</strong> fivepr<strong>of</strong>essional schools, whichled to <strong>Campbell</strong> College’stransformation into a universityin 1979.Jerry Wallace — <strong>the</strong>n <strong>the</strong>dean for <strong>Campbell</strong>’s College <strong>of</strong>Arts & Sciences — is taskedby Wiggins to look into<strong>the</strong> feasibility <strong>of</strong> startingnursing and PA programs at<strong>Campbell</strong>. Wallace concludes at<strong>the</strong> time <strong>Campbell</strong> is not readyfor ei<strong>the</strong>r venture.Despite skepticism fromo<strong>the</strong>r schools and even somemedia, <strong>Campbell</strong> launchesa school <strong>of</strong> pharmacy (<strong>the</strong>nation’s first in 35 years) andappoints Dr. Ronald Maddoxas <strong>the</strong> school’s foundingdean. Today, Maddox remainsdean and is <strong>Campbell</strong>’s vicepresident <strong>of</strong> health programs.The pharmacy school’scharter class graduates inMay and later posts 100percent on <strong>the</strong> national andstate board exams, putting torest any and all questions about<strong>Campbell</strong>’s jump into medicaleducation.www.campbell.edu/magazine <strong>Campbell</strong> Magazine 29
or math departments weren’t being affectedand that <strong>the</strong> school could finance itself andnot drain everyone else.”As Wallace interviewed <strong>the</strong> dean, <strong>the</strong>school’s vice president and <strong>the</strong> president,he learned more about <strong>the</strong> osteopathicmedical education model and how it differsfrom <strong>the</strong> “MD” model. Unlike <strong>the</strong> medicalschools at UNC and Duke, osteopathicschools do not house a hospital. Thedidactic portion <strong>of</strong> an osteopathic educationoccurs on campus (usually <strong>the</strong> first twoyears), while <strong>the</strong> clinical part is distributedamong partner hospitals and clinics.“As I learned this, I thought … ‘goodness,this is <strong>the</strong> way we’re doing pharmacy,’”Wallace said. “Instantly, this whole ideajust really took hold <strong>of</strong> me. I kept askingquestions, and when I returned home,I read about o<strong>the</strong>r osteopathic medicalschools.”Wallace didn’t just learn about osteopathiceducation, he read as much as he couldabout osteopathic medicine in general. Hisone experience with a DO had come a fewyears earlier when his son, McLain, <strong>the</strong>n anattorney in Rocky Mount and chief counselfor Nash General Hospital, was scheduledto have shoulder surgery. Before <strong>the</strong>procedure, Wallace met his son’s surgeon,and noticed a “DO” where he thought <strong>the</strong>“MD” should be.“I knew nothing about DOs,” Wallace says.“This surgeon was a nice young man, butI thought he was some kind <strong>of</strong> specialist inorthopedics. McLain explained ‘osteopathic’to me briefly, but I didn’t think much aboutit until, <strong>of</strong> course, just recently.”30 thNC's Rankingin physiciandensityWhat Wallace learned is that a DO degreeis <strong>the</strong> equivalent <strong>of</strong> an MD degree, legallyand pr<strong>of</strong>essionally. The big difference?Osteopathic physicians are trained to takea holistic perspective <strong>of</strong> medicine basedon a belief in treating <strong>the</strong> whole patient(mind, body and spirit) and <strong>the</strong> primacy<strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> musculoskeletal system and utility<strong>of</strong> manipulative medicine, while DOsemphasize prevention.Because <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong>ir equality, in addition tosubstantial decrease in costs to launch one,osteopathic schools have nearly doubled in<strong>the</strong> United States since 2000. In 2011, <strong>the</strong>rewere about 74,000 osteopathic physicians,compared with about 29,500 in 1990.With <strong>the</strong> additions <strong>of</strong> <strong>Campbell</strong>, AlabamaCollege in Dothan, Ala., and Marian<strong>University</strong> in Indianapolis — all openingthis fall — <strong>the</strong>re are now 29 colleges<strong>of</strong> osteopathic medicine, four branchcampuses and four additional teachinglocations.A quarter <strong>of</strong> all medical students in <strong>the</strong>United States are currently studying tobecome a DO.‘THE ANSWER IS YES’North Carolina ranks 30th in <strong>the</strong> nation inphysician density, with approximately 202practicing physicians per 100,000 people.For primary care physicians — <strong>the</strong> “frontline” physicians who are typically <strong>the</strong> firstcontact for an undiagnosed patient with ahealth concern — <strong>the</strong> state ranks 34th.Despite North Carolina’s reputationas a mecca for medical education, <strong>the</strong>state simply isn’t meeting <strong>the</strong> needs <strong>of</strong><strong>the</strong> population, according to Dr. JohnKauffman, <strong>the</strong> founding dean <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong><strong>Campbell</strong> School <strong>of</strong> Osteopathic Medicine.“One <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> first questions in <strong>Campbell</strong>’sfeasibility study was whe<strong>the</strong>r or not <strong>the</strong> stateneeded a new medical school,” Kauffman2009 2010Wallace is tasked by <strong>the</strong>Sou<strong>the</strong>rn Association<strong>of</strong> College and Schoolsto review William Carey<strong>University</strong> in Mississippiand its application to launch aschool <strong>of</strong> osteopathic medicine.It is during his trip to Mississippiwhere Wallace learns about thismodel <strong>of</strong> medical education andbecomes interested in looking at<strong>the</strong> feasibility <strong>of</strong> launching sucha school at <strong>Campbell</strong>.<strong>Campbell</strong> receives a grantfrom The Leon LevineFoundation to establish ahealth sciences center for <strong>the</strong>PA program. Plans for thatcenter are later scratched after<strong>the</strong> addition <strong>of</strong> <strong>Campbell</strong>’sosteopathic medical school. Thefacility housing both programstoday is named for Levine, aCharlotte philanthropist andfounder <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> Family Dollarchain <strong>of</strong> stores.The School <strong>of</strong> Pharmacychanges its name to <strong>the</strong>College <strong>of</strong> Pharmacy &Health Sciences to “reflect<strong>the</strong> <strong>University</strong>'s commitmentto educating not only qualifiedpharmacists, but o<strong>the</strong>r healthsciences pr<strong>of</strong>essionals in ourcommunity.”The <strong>Campbell</strong> <strong>University</strong>Board <strong>of</strong> Trusteesvotes in August toauthorize a feasibilitystudy to consider <strong>the</strong>establishment <strong>of</strong> a College<strong>of</strong> Osteopathic Medicine,beginning with a charter classin August <strong>2013</strong>.www.campbell.edu/magazine <strong>Campbell</strong> Magazine 31
says. “The question was answered in a 2007white paper put out by <strong>the</strong> Institute <strong>of</strong>Medicine, which concluded that by 2020,our state will be 90,000 physicians short.And that’s not just primary care physicians… we’re short on surgeons and specialistsas well.”The need is even greater in <strong>the</strong> rural parts <strong>of</strong><strong>the</strong> state, according to Kauffman. Twenty <strong>of</strong>North Carolina’s 100 counties are withouta single general surgeon, many <strong>of</strong> thosecounties are east <strong>of</strong> Harnett. Kauffmanpointed out that counties without anobstetrician suffer from a higher infantmortality rate.“So to answer <strong>the</strong> question, ‘Do we need anew medical school?’ … <strong>the</strong> answer is yes,”Kauffman says. “Our current doctors aregetting older. People are living longer. Ifour graduates head out into primary care,emergency medicine and o<strong>the</strong>r areas, andif <strong>the</strong> majority <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong>m are practicing inunderserved regions <strong>of</strong> our state, that wouldjustify <strong>Campbell</strong>’s decision to launch thisschool.”Wallace learned <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong>se shortages whilereading <strong>the</strong> 2007 report as part <strong>of</strong> hisfeasibility study for <strong>the</strong> PA program.Wallace says <strong>Campbell</strong>’s PA program — atwo-year program which will graduatearound 40-plus students each year — willprovide much-needed manpower andassistance to MDs and DOs across <strong>the</strong> state.“Launching <strong>the</strong> PA program was a veryimportant step for us,” Wallace said. “Theidea <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> medical school was born out<strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> research that justified bringing in“It has beentremendous to havesome <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> biggestnames in North Carolinaphilanthropy and healthcare involved ... It’s atremendous validation<strong>of</strong> our pursuit <strong>of</strong> medicaleducation.”physician assistants. The stars have linedup for us, and <strong>the</strong> PA program has beeneminently successful.”‘UNDER CONVICTION’Benjamin Thompson, now chairman <strong>of</strong><strong>Campbell</strong> <strong>University</strong>’s Board <strong>of</strong> Trustees,was in his second year with <strong>the</strong> board <strong>the</strong>day when Wallace first brought up <strong>the</strong> idea<strong>of</strong> establishing a medical school.He remembered it well.“We quickly understood that he not onlyhad <strong>the</strong> vision, but had also thoroughlyconsidered <strong>the</strong> impact,” says Thompson, anattorney in Raleigh. “First and foremost, weknew he had considered <strong>the</strong> purpose <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong>medical school would be consistent with<strong>the</strong> longstanding principles <strong>of</strong> <strong>Campbell</strong><strong>University</strong>.”Second, Thompson said, <strong>the</strong> board hadconfidence that Wallace had thoroughlyanalyzed <strong>the</strong> costs and <strong>the</strong> economic impact<strong>the</strong> school would have. And third …“Dr. Wallace likes to use <strong>the</strong> expression, ‘Inorder to make things happen, you have tobe under conviction,’” Thompson adds.“He was clearly under conviction that wecould raise <strong>the</strong> funds to make <strong>the</strong> medicalschool a reality.”The Board <strong>of</strong> Trustees unanimouslyapproved conducting a feasibility study toconsider establishing <strong>the</strong> state’s first medicalschool in 35 years on Aug. 4, 2010. Fivemonths later, <strong>the</strong>y picked Kauffman tolead as <strong>the</strong> school’s founding dean, andin October <strong>of</strong> 2011, just 14 months afterthat first vote, <strong>Campbell</strong>’s medical school2011John M. Kauffman Jr. D.O.is named <strong>the</strong> foundingdean <strong>of</strong> <strong>Campbell</strong> <strong>University</strong>’sproposed College <strong>of</strong>Osteopathic Medicine. Hisselection follows a nationalsearch that attracts candidatesfrom throughout <strong>the</strong> UnitedStates.The North Carolina Academy<strong>of</strong> Family Physicians and <strong>the</strong>organization’s 2,900 membersacross <strong>the</strong> state extend <strong>the</strong>irsupport to <strong>Campbell</strong>’s medicalschool.Classes begin in <strong>Campbell</strong>’sphysician assistant program.A total <strong>of</strong> 34 students make up<strong>the</strong> inaugural class, and <strong>the</strong>ir28-month journey will culminatein December <strong>2013</strong> when <strong>the</strong>ybecome <strong>the</strong> program’s firstgraduates.<strong>Campbell</strong>’s Medical SchoolFounders Board — made up<strong>of</strong> trustees, president’s advisors,<strong>University</strong> friends and medicalcommunity representatives— holds its first meeting inAugust to discuss <strong>the</strong> progressin making <strong>the</strong> medical schoolvision a reality.32 <strong>Summer</strong> <strong>2013</strong> www.campbell.edu/alumni
August, after announcing <strong>the</strong> news <strong>of</strong>pre-accreditation, Davis kicked <strong>of</strong>f an<strong>of</strong>ficial, public financing campaign withan announced goal <strong>of</strong> $30 million to make<strong>the</strong> school a reality [three times <strong>the</strong>ir initialfundraising estimate].Photos by Bennett Scarborough<strong>Campbell</strong> <strong>University</strong> President Jerry Wallace receives a hug from <strong>the</strong>n North Carolina Gov. Bev Perdueduring <strong>the</strong> groundbreaking ceremony for <strong>the</strong> Leon Levine Hall <strong>of</strong> Medical Sciences in December 2011.was awarded pre-accreditation status by<strong>the</strong> Commission on Osteopathic CollegeAccreditation.Around <strong>the</strong> same time Kauffman came onboard, Britt Davis joined <strong>the</strong> team as <strong>the</strong><strong>University</strong>’s Vice President for InstitutionalAdvancement, moving over from hisposition as director <strong>of</strong> development at<strong>Campbell</strong>’s law school. On Day 1 in earlyJanuary 2011, Davis was tasked withcreating a fundraising plan for <strong>the</strong> medschool.Davis calls <strong>the</strong> first six months <strong>of</strong> 2011“quiet fundraising,” as he, Wallace and <strong>the</strong>irteam reached out to <strong>Campbell</strong> friends andinvolved alumni.“We spent a lot <strong>of</strong> time explaining ourvision <strong>of</strong> medical education and trying togenerate support,” Davis says. “We weren’tgoing public with our fundraising yet,because we were still trying to determinehow much we needed to raise and trying tounderstand <strong>the</strong> full financing model <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong>school.”They spent months learning how muchto invest in lab equipment and faculty[<strong>the</strong>ir initial guess on faculty salaries wasfar less than what reality demanded]. In“This is by far <strong>the</strong> most costly initiative<strong>the</strong> <strong>University</strong> has ever taken on,” Davissaid. “We’ve been able to fund it througha combination <strong>of</strong> external support and<strong>Campbell</strong> resources. The fact that it’s amedical school [and something muchneededin North Carolina] has opened<strong>the</strong> doors to support from individuals andorganizations that o<strong>the</strong>rwise may have neverbecome involved with <strong>Campbell</strong>.”An example — <strong>the</strong> <strong>University</strong> received$4 million toward <strong>the</strong> school in 2012 in<strong>the</strong> form <strong>of</strong> two $2 million gifts from <strong>the</strong>Kate B. Reynolds Charitable Trust and <strong>the</strong>Golden LEAF Foundation. The school,in turn, is naming its state-<strong>of</strong>-<strong>the</strong>-artsimulation labs for <strong>the</strong> two organizations.“It’s been tremendous to have some <strong>of</strong><strong>the</strong> biggest names in North Carolinaphilanthropy and health care involved withus in such a meaningful way,” Davis adds.“They believe in what we’re doing here. It’sa tremendous validation <strong>of</strong> our pursuit <strong>of</strong>medical education.”Davis says even in <strong>the</strong> early days <strong>of</strong>The medical school isawarded pre-accreditationstatus by <strong>the</strong> Commissionon Osteopathic CollegeAccreditation <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> AmericanOsteopathic Association.Pre-accreditation is <strong>the</strong> initialrecognition status awarded byCOCA, which is headquarteredin Chicago.October is a big month forhealth education in Buies Creek.Within two weeks <strong>of</strong> each o<strong>the</strong>r,<strong>Campbell</strong> announces it willwork toward launching botha public health degree anda doctor <strong>of</strong> physical <strong>the</strong>rapydegree.On Dec. 8, a large crowd ga<strong>the</strong>rs under a big tent at <strong>the</strong> sitefor <strong>Campbell</strong>’s 96,500-square-foot medical training facilityto see <strong>the</strong> ceremonial golden shovels break dirt on NorthCarolina’s first medical school in 35 years. More than adozen speakers, including N.C. Gov. Bev Perdue, talk <strong>of</strong> what<strong>the</strong> school will mean not only to <strong>the</strong> area’s economy, but tohealth care in general in North Carolina and <strong>the</strong> sou<strong>the</strong>asternportion <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> U.S.www.campbell.edu/magazine <strong>Campbell</strong> Magazine 33
fundraising for <strong>the</strong> program, <strong>the</strong> words“medical school” raised eyebrows andcaused people to sit a little straighter in <strong>the</strong>irchairs. He recalled a meeting with RaleighNews & Observer Publisher Orage Quarlesin 2011 when Davis went asking for mediacoverage <strong>of</strong> <strong>Campbell</strong>’s bold step.“We were in his <strong>of</strong>fice, and Orage wasrelaxed, leaning back in his chair when webegan talking about <strong>Campbell</strong>’s next bigproject — a school <strong>of</strong> medicine,” Davissays. “I remember when we said that, heimmediately leaned forward in his chair,put his elbows on his desk and was instantlyengaged. ‘Tell me more about this.’”A week later, <strong>the</strong> N&O ran a front-page,above-<strong>the</strong>-fold feature on <strong>Campbell</strong>’sventure. After that, <strong>the</strong> milestones were fastand furious.In October 2011, on <strong>the</strong> heels <strong>of</strong> preaccreditationfor <strong>the</strong> medical school and <strong>the</strong>launching <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> PA program, <strong>Campbell</strong>announced it would launch a new doctor <strong>of</strong>physical <strong>the</strong>rapy program in <strong>2013</strong>.On Dec. 8, 2011, hundreds ga<strong>the</strong>red in abare pasture on a cold, windy day under atent to celebrate <strong>the</strong> <strong>of</strong>ficial groundbreaking<strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> Leon Levine Hall <strong>of</strong> MedicalSciences, a 96,500-square-foot facility,which finished major construction in spring<strong>2013</strong> and will open its doors to <strong>the</strong> firstclass <strong>of</strong> medical students in <strong>the</strong> fall.In April 2012, <strong>the</strong> medical school received a$1.75 million pledge from BB&T.That same month, <strong>Campbell</strong> receivedprovisional accreditation from COCA,allowing it to recruit students in <strong>the</strong>summer <strong>of</strong> 2012.“I believe in this life, we are put in certainplaces for certain reasons,” says Jim Roberts,<strong>Campbell</strong>’s vice president for business andone <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> key administrators, accordingto Wallace, who made <strong>the</strong> medical schoola reality. “When all <strong>of</strong> this comes toge<strong>the</strong>r,and we look at how this happened soquickly, we’ll simply have to admit <strong>the</strong>rewas a guiding hand that made all <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong>sepieces <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> puzzle fit. And everything hascertainly fit.”‘BIG IDEAS & BIG DREAMS’“The question I’m always asked is, ‘Howcan North Carolina compete?’” formerNorth Carolina Gov. Bev Perdue asked <strong>the</strong>crowd <strong>of</strong> a few hundred huddled under alarge tent on a particularly cold and blusteryearly December morning in 2011.The tent stood in <strong>the</strong> vacant field <strong>of</strong> grassroughly a quarter <strong>of</strong> a mile west <strong>of</strong> maincampus — <strong>the</strong> site where a 96,500-squarefootmedical school now stands.“The answer is simple,” Perdue continuedat <strong>the</strong> groundbreaking ceremony for<strong>the</strong> Levine Hall <strong>of</strong> Medical Sciences.“We compete by having big ideas andbig dreams. <strong>Campbell</strong>’s big dream willtransform <strong>the</strong> town <strong>of</strong> Buies Creek, HarnettCounty and <strong>the</strong> state.”Sixty days before <strong>the</strong> first medical schoolclasses — still leaning back in <strong>the</strong> couchin <strong>the</strong> building on campus named for<strong>University</strong> founder J.A. <strong>Campbell</strong> — JerryWallace said his dream has come true.“<strong>Campbell</strong> will make a huge difference,”Wallace says. “Come August, we will be<strong>the</strong> second-largest medical school in NorthCarolina, and soon we’ll have graduates in<strong>the</strong> communities where <strong>the</strong>y’re needed most.This will open many doors for <strong>Campbell</strong>.And I pray <strong>Campbell</strong> will be just as bold for<strong>the</strong> next challenge as it has been for <strong>the</strong> PAprogram and this medical school.”Days after saying <strong>the</strong>se words, Wallace wason hand to welcome <strong>the</strong> class <strong>of</strong> 40-plus PAstudents as <strong>the</strong> first students to study under<strong>the</strong> ro<strong>of</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> Levine Hall <strong>of</strong> MedicalSciences. PA students man a few <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong>classrooms in <strong>the</strong> building and will shareall labs, lab equipment, libraries and o<strong>the</strong>ramenities with medical school students,physical <strong>the</strong>rapists and, hopefully, nursingstudents (<strong>the</strong> <strong>University</strong> approved taking<strong>the</strong> steps to launch a nursing program last2012 <strong>2013</strong><strong>Campbell</strong> announces twopartnerships that result in $4million toward <strong>the</strong> medicalschool, <strong>the</strong> largest foundationgifts in <strong>the</strong> <strong>University</strong>’s history.<strong>Campbell</strong> receives $2 million eachfrom Kate B. Reynolds and <strong>the</strong>Golden LEAF Foundation.The school is approved tobegin recruiting studentsafter receiving provisionalaccreditation from COCA.BB&T pledges $1.75 milliontoward <strong>the</strong> medical school.“Providing accessible primaryhealth care is one <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong>major <strong>issue</strong>s facing many <strong>of</strong><strong>the</strong> markets we serve,” saysEastern Region PresidentScott Evans. “In order for <strong>the</strong>secommunities to grow, ourcitizens will need <strong>the</strong> type <strong>of</strong>care <strong>the</strong> <strong>Campbell</strong> graduateswill provide.”Brick work begins in Auguston <strong>the</strong> 96,500-square-footmedical school facility.On June 1, <strong>Campbell</strong> <strong>University</strong>begins accepting applicationsfrom <strong>the</strong> students who’llmake up <strong>the</strong> first graduatingclass for <strong>the</strong> medical school.In just three weeks, <strong>the</strong> schoolreceives 500-plus applicationsand more than 700 applicationsby August.The medical school andSou<strong>the</strong>astern Healthannounce a partnership inFebruary in Lumberton to <strong>of</strong>fermedical training opportunitiesfor <strong>Campbell</strong>’s students. 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environment similar to <strong>the</strong> areas <strong>of</strong> this statethat need physicians and improved healthcare. I’m going to be very comfortable here.”Photo by Bennett Scarboroughspring) in <strong>the</strong> future.“<strong>Campbell</strong> will be a destination for healthcare education on several levels,” Wallacesays. “It’s glorious to imagine havingpharmacy, PA, physical <strong>the</strong>rapy, osteopathicmedicine, nursing, public health, athletictraining, social work, communitycounseling, exercise science, chaplaincy and<strong>the</strong> o<strong>the</strong>r programs I’ve failed to mention… all here in a place called Buies Creek.”That vision is exciting to students likeJeffrey Pennings, who’ll be in <strong>the</strong> firstclass <strong>of</strong> medical students at <strong>Campbell</strong>Wallace was accompanied by <strong>the</strong> <strong>Campbell</strong> <strong>University</strong> Board <strong>of</strong> Trustees during<strong>the</strong>ir first <strong>of</strong>ficial tour <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> Levine Hall <strong>of</strong> Medical Sciences facility in spring <strong>2013</strong>.set to graduate in 2017. A graduate <strong>of</strong>Clemson <strong>University</strong>, Pennings says hechose <strong>Campbell</strong> because he’s convinced <strong>the</strong>school will help lead <strong>the</strong> way in changing<strong>the</strong> approach <strong>of</strong> medical education. Hesaid he was asked by several friends where<strong>Campbell</strong> was located and whe<strong>the</strong>r or no<strong>the</strong>’d feel “trapped” in a small town likeBuies Creek for <strong>the</strong> next few years. Penningstold <strong>the</strong>m no.“This school is right where it needs to be,”he says. “The community will benefit,and <strong>the</strong> students will be trained in anLocation doesn’t seem to be a hindranceat all in <strong>the</strong> early going. Three weeks after<strong>Campbell</strong> opened up student applicationson June 1, 2012, <strong>the</strong> school already had500 applications for its openings, morethan many established schools received,according to Kauffman. That number hadreached 700 by August 2012.And aside from <strong>the</strong> influx <strong>of</strong> doctors <strong>the</strong>school will provide in <strong>the</strong> coming years,it’s also going to mean an economic shotin <strong>the</strong> arm as well. Already, about 65 fulltimefaculty and staff have been hired withmore to come as <strong>the</strong> school grows andmore classes matriculate in. In <strong>the</strong> first 10years <strong>of</strong> operation, <strong>the</strong> school is expectedto mean 1,158 new jobs created in NorthCarolina and a $300 million regionaleconomic impact.All <strong>of</strong> it <strong>the</strong> result <strong>of</strong> one man’s desire tolaunch a PA program and, eventually,something even bigger.“I’m grateful to God,” Wallace says whenasked to describe his emotions as hisvision becomes reality. “I’m grateful forHis provision and his guidance in openingdoors we never could have dreamed wecould open here at <strong>Campbell</strong> <strong>University</strong>.”More than 100 <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> 162students who’ll make up <strong>the</strong>first medical school class(<strong>the</strong> Class <strong>of</strong> 2017) and <strong>the</strong>irfamilies meet in <strong>the</strong> Lundy-Fetterman School <strong>of</strong> Business inApril for a day <strong>of</strong> presentationsand tours and for insight intowhat to expect when <strong>the</strong> schoolopens and classes begin. Theevent marks <strong>the</strong> school’s firstAccepted Students Day.The Board <strong>of</strong> Trusteesapprove <strong>the</strong> development<strong>of</strong> a bachelor <strong>of</strong> science innursing degree. The proposedstart date <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> program, ifaccredited, is fall 2014.Major construction <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong>medical school facilityis complete, and in May,faculty and staff begin moving<strong>the</strong>ir belongings into <strong>the</strong>irnew <strong>of</strong>fices.<strong>Campbell</strong> physician assistantstudents become <strong>the</strong> firstto <strong>of</strong>ficially learn within <strong>the</strong>walls <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> new Leon LevineHall <strong>of</strong> Medical Sciences, whichwill also house <strong>the</strong> first class <strong>of</strong>osteopathic medical studentsthis fall. The <strong>University</strong> marked<strong>the</strong> milestone with a smallceremony led by President JerryWallace.www.campbell.edu/magazine <strong>Campbell</strong> Magazine 35
LEADING THE WAYJOHN KAUFFMAN, DO | Founding Dean, <strong>Campbell</strong> <strong>University</strong>School <strong>of</strong> Osteopathic MedicineBY Billy Liggett, PhotoS by Bryan ReaganDr. John Kauffman has built programs from scratch before. He believes hiscareer — and divine providence — have prepared him for his next role asfounding dean <strong>of</strong> <strong>Campbell</strong>’s medical school.It’s 11:30 a.m. on a gorgeous springday in Buies Creek, and I’m waitingpatiently in a vast, mostly emptylobby on <strong>the</strong> second floor <strong>of</strong> Carrie RichHall — at <strong>the</strong> time <strong>the</strong> unimpressivetemporary home to <strong>Campbell</strong><strong>University</strong>’s School <strong>of</strong> OsteopathicMedicine.“Patiently waiting” for Dr. JohnKauffman — <strong>the</strong> founding dean <strong>of</strong>North Carolina’s first new medicalschool in 35 years — and an interviewthat was supposed to begin 30 minutesearlier.“I’m so sorry you’re waiting,” hisexecutive assistant, Nancy Lawrence,tells me at approximately 11:31. “DeanKauffman’s on a phone call …”She goes on to fur<strong>the</strong>r explain <strong>the</strong> call,<strong>the</strong> important people on <strong>the</strong> o<strong>the</strong>r lineand a few o<strong>the</strong>r details that I won’tremember. It’s not <strong>the</strong> first time she’stold this to somebody, and it won’t be<strong>the</strong> last.Thirty-two minutes in — pretending toread emails and occasionally checkingFacebook for anything interesting — Icompletely understand. Founding deanshave a lot on <strong>the</strong>ir plate. Launching amed school is no easy task.At minute 33, <strong>the</strong> dean is ready for me.I walk in and shake his hand, noticing<strong>the</strong> books, notepads and laptops strewnabout <strong>the</strong> <strong>of</strong>fice he’d occupied for lessthan two years [<strong>the</strong> one he’d be leavingin just a month for newer, more spaciousstate-<strong>of</strong>-<strong>the</strong>-art digs].“Do I need to reschedule?” I ask,knowing <strong>the</strong> interview I had plannedwould now probably dig into hislunchtime … likely his only “alonetime” that day if <strong>the</strong>re were no businesslunches to attend.“No, no … now’s perfect,” he respondscordially. “Let me make sure I havenothing coming up.”He breaks out his laptop, now connectedto a wall projector that displays calendars<strong>of</strong>tware full <strong>of</strong> colored blocks markingpast and future meetings and phonecalls. The calendar is 90 percent full… most <strong>of</strong> his days start and end wellbefore and after 9 a.m. and 5 p.m.I notice <strong>the</strong> green block labeled“Magazine Interview.” One <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> rarewhite spots followed.We have time, he confirms.I explain <strong>the</strong> point <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> interview —an introduction to <strong>the</strong> man who willlead <strong>Campbell</strong>’s medical school … whohe is, how he got here, where he’s takingus. I explain that <strong>the</strong> next edition <strong>of</strong><strong>Campbell</strong> Magazine will be dedicated to<strong>the</strong> medical school.Kauffman is excited to get started. Hissuit jacket has been shed, and his tie is alittle looser. No doubt both will be backin place once <strong>the</strong> orange block on today’scalendar coincides with 1 p.m.My first question is about why he gotinto medicine and medical education in<strong>the</strong> first place.“Well, my fa<strong>the</strong>r was a school teacher,”he begins.“And I always enjoyed <strong>the</strong> sciences …”. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .John Kauffman did always enjoy <strong>the</strong>sciences, and from an early age, healways thought he’d grow up to bea scientist … even if he never reallythought about what being a “scientist”entailed.He also loved music, but Kauffmansays he had “very wise parents” whoencouraged him in high school toperhaps pursue a career in science ormedicine instead. He spent much <strong>of</strong>his senior year in high school studyingabroad in Australia, which made forlittle time to apply to several colleges.The one college he did try for, AlleghenyCollege in Meadville, Pa., accepted him… and that was that. Kauffman studiedbiology and psychology <strong>the</strong>re, andworked as an orderly at a local hospitalduring his summers. During that time,he was heavily influenced by a doctor <strong>of</strong>osteopathic medicine, Jerry Powell, DO.Dr. Powell was a missionary doctor whoworked a lot as a surgeon in Indonesia.36 <strong>Summer</strong> <strong>2013</strong> www.campbell.edu/alumni
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“I was very impressed by him,”Kauffman recalls. “He was a larger-thanlifefigure in my life at <strong>the</strong> time. I wasimpressed by what a great doctor he wasand how compassionate he was to hispatients. I wanted nothing more than togo to medical school where he went toschool.”That school was <strong>the</strong> Philadelphia College<strong>of</strong> Osteopathic Medicine, one <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong>oldest and largest DO schools in <strong>the</strong>nation. He was an internal medicineresident at Lehigh Valley Hospital inAllentown, Pa., and it was during collegeand his early pr<strong>of</strong>essional career when hedecided he wanted to become a familydoctor.But <strong>the</strong>re was something else he lovedabout Lehigh Valley — interacting withhis fellow resident doctors. He enjoyedresearch. He enjoyed participating inlectures. He liked <strong>the</strong> idea <strong>of</strong> helpingbuild residencies and new programs.Three years removed from medicalschool, Kauffman began teaching inaddition to practicing medicine.Then in 1993, an opportunity arose.Lehigh Valley Hospital was seeking adirector <strong>of</strong> medical education — a fulltimeposition coming at a time whenmost DMEs were part time.“I felt like this was what I was createdto do,” says Kauffman, who with hiswife Sharon had just become parents <strong>of</strong>twins at <strong>the</strong> time. “And I loved it … butafter four years, that hospital was boughtby ano<strong>the</strong>r hospital, which already hada DME. So I was back out in privatepractice, which I did until 2001. I stilltaught some during that time, but Ifound I missed full-time academics.”In 2001, Kauffman joined <strong>University</strong>Hospitals in Cleveland and becamedirector <strong>of</strong> medical programs. At <strong>the</strong>age <strong>of</strong> 41, he was taking over a 150-bed hospital that had previously closedand lost all <strong>of</strong> its residency programs afew years prior. UH charged Kauffmanto start from scratch and establishuniversity-based osteopathic residenciesin dermatology and pediatrics.Today, <strong>University</strong> Hospitals is consideredone <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> nation’s leading health caresystems. In 2006, after five years helpingbuild from <strong>the</strong> ground up, Kauffman leftOhio to become <strong>the</strong> associate dean forpostgraduate affairs (and eventually <strong>the</strong>vice dean) at <strong>the</strong> Edward Via College <strong>of</strong>Osteopathic Medicine. He was hired by<strong>the</strong> same woman who took his DME jobat Lehigh Valley.During Kauffman’s time at VCOM, <strong>the</strong>number <strong>of</strong> residency positions grew from40 to 280 positions in family medicine,internal medicine, dermatology andneurosurgery.“We just worked ourselves silly,”Kauffman says with a smile, which flowseasily into his next sentence. “And Iloved every minute <strong>of</strong> it. We developedprograms in Virginia, West Virginia andNorth Carolina. I was <strong>the</strong>re about fourand-a-halfyears when in April 2010, <strong>the</strong>dean came to me to talk about a schoolopening up in North Carolina.“Some school called <strong>Campbell</strong>.”. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .It took a little prodding for Kauffmanto give <strong>Campbell</strong> a call. Not because hedidn’t think it was a great opportunity,but he was still enjoying his work inVirginia.In November 2010, a full sevenmonths after first hearing about <strong>the</strong>small university in Buies Creek, N.C.,Kauffman called Dr. Ronald Maddox,dean <strong>of</strong> <strong>Campbell</strong>’s pharmacy schooland vice president <strong>of</strong> health programsat <strong>the</strong> <strong>University</strong>. On Dec. 5, Kauffmanwas invited to Buies Creek for a formalinterview.Kauffman was impressed by what heheard about <strong>Campbell</strong>, and he thought<strong>the</strong> interview “went OK, but he knew38 <strong>Summer</strong> <strong>2013</strong> www.campbell.edu/alumni
more than one <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> men and womenwho were also being considered for <strong>the</strong>position. Men and women who hadmore experience. Some <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong>m who hadbeen deans at o<strong>the</strong>r schools.In o<strong>the</strong>r words, it came as a surprisewhen on Dec. 16, he received a call from<strong>Campbell</strong> asking to meet Maddox and<strong>Campbell</strong> President Jerry Wallace at ahotel in Sheraton for ano<strong>the</strong>r meeting.That o<strong>the</strong>r meeting was actually a job<strong>of</strong>fer.“They <strong>of</strong>fered me <strong>the</strong> job on twoconditions,” Kauffman recalls. “No. 1:That I can start in two weeks. No. 2:That I can have a feasibility study donein two months. Now, feasibility studiescan take up to six months … but whatdo you say? How <strong>of</strong>ten do you get <strong>the</strong>chance to be <strong>the</strong> founding dean <strong>of</strong> amedical school?”Kauffman was <strong>of</strong>ficially appointeddean on Jan. 3, 2011, and was formallyappointed three days later on campus atButler Chapel. His first impression <strong>of</strong><strong>Campbell</strong> was its beauty.“I liked <strong>the</strong> fact that we were in a ruralsetting,” he says. “I grew up in a farmcommunity in western Pennsylvania, soit felt like home. I was also impressed byhow genuine <strong>the</strong> people were and howexcited everyone was about <strong>the</strong> futureand this medical school. It was just awonderful introduction to <strong>Campbell</strong>.”Three weeks after Kauffman’sappointment, <strong>Campbell</strong> received <strong>the</strong>endorsement <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> N.C. Academy <strong>of</strong>Family Physicians and <strong>the</strong> organization’s2,900 members. Five months later, astudy conducted by North CarolinaState <strong>University</strong> economist Mike Waldenrevealed <strong>Campbell</strong>’s medical schoolwould bring nearly $300 million and1,150 jobs to Harnett County in its first10 years.The medical school was <strong>of</strong>f and runninglong before <strong>the</strong> first bricks would be laidon <strong>the</strong> 96,500-square-foot facility thatwould break ground that December.Kauffman credited <strong>Campbell</strong>’sadministration with <strong>the</strong> school’s successin those early months.“I had never worked anywhere where <strong>the</strong>leadership was so approachable and justso excited about <strong>the</strong> future,” Kauffmansays, citing Wallace, Maddox, VicePresident <strong>of</strong> Business and Treasurer JimRoberts and Vice President for AcademicAffairs and Provost Dwaine Greene,among o<strong>the</strong>rs. “How do I explainsuccess we’ve had to this point? Firstand foremost, we have a president witha phenomenal vision and an incrediblyand supportive administration to workwith.”As he did in Virginia and Ohio beforethat, Kauffman has worked himself"silly” <strong>the</strong> past two years in preparationfor Aug. 5, <strong>2013</strong>, <strong>the</strong> day <strong>the</strong> first class<strong>of</strong> 162 medical students step inside <strong>the</strong>Leon Levine Hall <strong>of</strong> Medical Sciences tobeing <strong>the</strong>ir education."I believe comingto <strong>Campbell</strong> was acalling for me. Myending up here is veryprovidential.”“The last two years have been anabsolute joy and pleasure,” Kauffmansays. “I started with a blank slate here,as I’ve had in every job before this.I think I work best in a ‘blank slate’environment. … I’ve recruited andsurrounded myself with some <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> toptalent in <strong>the</strong> nation.”. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .It was 2 a.m., ano<strong>the</strong>r late night duringthose first two months when Kauffmanwas assigned to write a feasibility studyfor accreditation purposes.Kauffman was ga<strong>the</strong>ring informationabout <strong>Campbell</strong> for <strong>the</strong> study, and whilebrowsing <strong>the</strong> <strong>University</strong>’s website, hecame across <strong>the</strong> school's stated mission.<strong>Campbell</strong> <strong>University</strong> is a university <strong>of</strong><strong>the</strong> liberal arts, sciences, and pr<strong>of</strong>essionswhich is committed to helping studentsdevelop an integrated Christianpersonality characterized by a wholeness<strong>of</strong> body, mind and spirit that includes amethod <strong>of</strong> critical judgment ...The mission statement mirrored <strong>the</strong> firsttenet <strong>of</strong> osteopathic medicine: The bodyis a unit; <strong>the</strong> person is a unit <strong>of</strong> mind,body and spirit.“I got to thinking about <strong>the</strong> connectionbetween osteopathic medicine or <strong>the</strong>medical pr<strong>of</strong>ession as a whole and faithbasedschools like <strong>Campbell</strong> <strong>University</strong>,”Kauffman says. “There’s a link <strong>the</strong>re.I believe coming to <strong>Campbell</strong> was acalling for me. My ending up here isvery providential.”It’s because <strong>of</strong> this Kauffman had notrouble using <strong>the</strong> word “Christian” in<strong>the</strong> school’s mission statement (despitesuggestions to keep it out from outsideagencies). <strong>Campbell</strong>’s begins: TheMission <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> <strong>Campbell</strong> <strong>University</strong>School <strong>of</strong> Osteopathic Medicine is toeducate and prepare community-basedosteopathic physicians in a Christianenvironment to care for <strong>the</strong> rural andunderserved populations in NorthCarolina, <strong>the</strong> Sou<strong>the</strong>astern United Statesand <strong>the</strong> nation.The medical school is not <strong>the</strong>beginning, nor is it <strong>the</strong> end <strong>of</strong> <strong>Campbell</strong><strong>University</strong>’s goal <strong>of</strong> becoming a leader inhealth education in North Carolina andpoints beyond. The pharmacy schooland its programs have been establishedfor 26 years, and already <strong>Campbell</strong> isworking toward programs in physical<strong>the</strong>rapy, nursing and more.But today, Kauffman is thinking <strong>of</strong>August <strong>2013</strong> and <strong>the</strong> day <strong>Campbell</strong>’sfirst osteopathic medical school studentswalk through those doors to learn.“It will be a proud moment,” he says.“The day we had our trustees touring <strong>the</strong>building … even <strong>the</strong>n, I couldn’t stopsmiling. The joy comes from knowingthat all <strong>of</strong> this has been a wonderfulteam effort. This is <strong>the</strong> dawn <strong>of</strong> a newday at <strong>Campbell</strong> … we’re training <strong>the</strong>next generation <strong>of</strong> physicians who willgo out and make a difference for ruraland underserved North Carolina.”www.campbell.edu/magazine <strong>Campbell</strong> Magazine 39
The late Norman A. Wiggins, <strong>Campbell</strong> <strong>University</strong>'s third president, set a precedence for successful pr<strong>of</strong>essional and graduateeducation by launching <strong>the</strong> School <strong>of</strong> Law and School <strong>of</strong> Pharmacy during his tenure.What came before<strong>Campbell</strong>’s medical school wouldn’t have been possible if not first for <strong>the</strong>success <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> university’s law and pharmacy schoolsBY Cherry CraytonDuring <strong>the</strong> planning for <strong>the</strong><strong>Campbell</strong> <strong>University</strong> School<strong>of</strong> Osteopathic Medicine, RonMaddox met with leaders at varioushospitals and research institutions togauge <strong>the</strong>ir willingness to provide trainingopportunities for <strong>Campbell</strong>’s medicalstudents.Over and over Maddox, <strong>the</strong> vice presidentfor health programs and <strong>the</strong> foundingdean <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> College <strong>of</strong> Pharmacy & HealthSciences, got a similar response: “I don’tknow a lot about osteopathic medicaleducation, but I know you’ve got a goodpharmacy school. Sure we’ll work withyour students.”The medical school wouldn’t exist if <strong>the</strong>pharmacy school hadn’t been successful,Maddox says, and <strong>the</strong> pharmacy schoolwouldn’t exist if not first for <strong>the</strong> NormanAdrian Wiggins School <strong>of</strong> Law. “Thoseschools and <strong>the</strong>ir reputations laid <strong>the</strong>foundation.”That wasn’t lost on students who applied tobe part <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> medical school’s first class.“Though <strong>the</strong> medical school is new, I feelconfident with <strong>the</strong> education I will receivebecause <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> reputation <strong>of</strong> <strong>Campbell</strong>’spharmacy and law schools,” says AnthonyParker, a <strong>2013</strong> graduate <strong>of</strong> N.C. State<strong>University</strong> and a medical student at<strong>Campbell</strong>. “They are among <strong>the</strong> best in <strong>the</strong>state and nation.”How did <strong>the</strong>se programs become sosuccessful? The following is an overview <strong>of</strong>how <strong>the</strong>y began and what set <strong>the</strong>m apart.40 <strong>Summer</strong> <strong>2013</strong> www.campbell.edu/alumni
LAW SCHOOLThe idea: A few years into hispresidency at <strong>Campbell</strong> College, NormanWiggins got asked one question more <strong>of</strong>tenthan o<strong>the</strong>rs: “When are you starting a lawschool?”Wiggins earned his law degree at WakeForest <strong>University</strong> and taught <strong>the</strong>rebefore joining <strong>Campbell</strong> in 1967. Heand <strong>Campbell</strong>’s trustees and presidentialadvisors were concerned about <strong>the</strong> state<strong>of</strong> legal education. They saw recent lawgraduates who lacked ethics, who clusteredto urban centers and who hadn’t beenthoroughly trained. But it was only in 1963that <strong>Campbell</strong> graduated its first four-yearclass after operating as a junior college for35 years, Wiggins would say. “We are notready right now.”<strong>Campbell</strong>’s academics got a boost in 1972when an accrediting agency visited. Theschool also began its first major fundraisingcampaign, leading to a stronger library,enhanced curriculum and improvedphysical space — all important for lawschool accreditation. The right timecame in 1974. In October, Wiggins told<strong>the</strong> N.C. Baptist State Convention that<strong>Campbell</strong> planned to start a law schoolthat emphasized “ethical, moral andChristian standards” and trained “peoplewith <strong>the</strong> idea that a lawyer is a special kind<strong>of</strong> person, that he is doing more than justmaking money.”The criticism: Not everyonesupported it. Several state newspapersand UNC System leaders spoke outin opposition. They pointed to a 1974study by <strong>the</strong> Triangle Research Institutethat concluded <strong>the</strong>re was “no need foradditional law schools in North Carolina,”because <strong>the</strong> state needed to produce only200 lawyers a year between 1974 and1984, though its four law schools wereadmitting 450 students each year.Also, <strong>the</strong> leaders <strong>of</strong> peer institutionsexpressed concerns that funding allocatedto <strong>the</strong>ir schools would be redirected tosupport <strong>Campbell</strong>’s law school at a timewhen <strong>the</strong>ir budgets were already strained.They urged <strong>Campbell</strong> to reconsider.“If it hadn’t been for President Wiggins’foresight and determination, that mighthave been <strong>the</strong> end <strong>of</strong> it,” says Olivia Weeks,When <strong>the</strong> law school’s first class graduated in 1979, nearly every graduate passed <strong>the</strong> bar exam.It wasn’t beginner’s luck. <strong>Campbell</strong>’s overall record <strong>of</strong> success on <strong>the</strong> N.C. Bar Exam has beenunsurpassed by any o<strong>the</strong>r law school in <strong>the</strong> state for <strong>the</strong> past 26 years.an assistant pr<strong>of</strong>essor and <strong>the</strong> librarydirector at <strong>the</strong> <strong>Campbell</strong> Law School whois writing a history <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> school.The need: North Carolina needed<strong>Campbell</strong>’s proposed law school, becausetoo many people in <strong>the</strong> state didn’t haveaccess to quality legal service, Wigginstold his peers at a follow-up meetingwith <strong>the</strong> N.C. Baptist State Conventionin July 1975. According to a study byHarold Wren, <strong>the</strong> dean <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> <strong>University</strong><strong>of</strong> Richmond’s School <strong>of</strong> Law, seven <strong>of</strong><strong>the</strong> 100 counties in North Carolina — 30percent <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> state’s population — hadhalf <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> state’s lawyers; <strong>the</strong> remaining93 counties shared <strong>the</strong> o<strong>the</strong>r half. Somecounties, like Pamlico, didn’t have a singlelawyer.“Experience has shown that lawyers aresomewhat like doctors in that <strong>the</strong>y tendto practice in cities and metropolitanareas,” Wiggins told <strong>the</strong> N.C. BaptistState Convention. <strong>Campbell</strong>’s graduates,however, tended “to settle in small towns.”<strong>Campbell</strong> was also financially able tosupport a law school without additionalfunding from <strong>the</strong> convention, he added.The school had secured $500,000 inpledges and was beginning a five-year,$12 million fundraising campaign. Theconvention approved <strong>the</strong> law school.The difference: Margaret Currinwas among <strong>the</strong> first 97 law students whobegan studies at <strong>Campbell</strong> in August1976. She was also just one <strong>of</strong> two non-Harvard students who completed asummer internship in a division <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong>U.S. Attorney’s Office following her secondyear. At first, she says, she was unsure howher <strong>Campbell</strong> education “would stackup against any o<strong>the</strong>r law school, let aloneHarvard’s.” But <strong>the</strong> interns from <strong>the</strong> moreestablished law schools were not familiarwith some <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> basic practical proceduresthat <strong>Campbell</strong> had taught its students.“That impressed upon me <strong>the</strong> quality <strong>of</strong><strong>the</strong> legal education I was getting,” saysCurrin, now a <strong>Campbell</strong> law pr<strong>of</strong>essor.When Leary Davis left his practice tobecome founding dean <strong>of</strong> <strong>Campbell</strong>’s lawschool, he saw an opportunity at <strong>Campbell</strong>“to do something different” with legaleducation, he says. Among <strong>the</strong> innovations:a rigorous curriculum that emphasizedpractical education. Students were requiredto complete 10 hours <strong>of</strong> proceduralcourses, at least one planning course, anda trial and appellate advocacy program.“... Few law schools go as far as <strong>Campbell</strong>in requiring <strong>the</strong> experiential learningexperiences that helps students learn tothink, think critically, and solve problems,”says Davis, today retired.www.campbell.edu/magazine <strong>Campbell</strong> Magazine 41
Photos by Bennett Scarborough<strong>Campbell</strong>'s law school (above) and pharmacy school(pictured right during recent 25th Anniversary Gala)have not only streng<strong>the</strong>ned <strong>the</strong> <strong>University</strong>'s pr<strong>of</strong>essionalprograms, <strong>the</strong>y've streng<strong>the</strong>ned <strong>the</strong> undergraduateprograms as well.When Currin and <strong>the</strong> law school’s firstclass graduated in 1979, nearly every one<strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong>m passed <strong>the</strong> bar exam. It wasn’tbeginner’s luck. <strong>Campbell</strong>’s overall record<strong>of</strong> success on <strong>the</strong> N.C. Bar Exam has beenunsurpassed by any o<strong>the</strong>r law school in <strong>the</strong>state for <strong>the</strong> past 26 years.The legacy: The law school wasrenamed in honor <strong>of</strong> Wiggins in 1988.Twenty-one years later, it moved todowntown Raleigh, where its externshipprogram has flourished. Any givensemester, 60 to 70 students completeexternships, fur<strong>the</strong>r streng<strong>the</strong>ning<strong>Campbell</strong>’s experiential learningopportunities. In March <strong>2013</strong>, <strong>the</strong> lawschool moved into <strong>the</strong> top tier among lawschools and collected its highest rankingever. “Dr. Wiggins would certainly beproud to see where <strong>the</strong> law school is today,”Davis says.PHARMACY SCHOOLThe idea: Why would <strong>Campbell</strong>President Norman Wiggins, a lawyer, beinterested in opening <strong>the</strong> first pharmacyschool in <strong>the</strong> United States in 35 years? Thatwas what Ronald Maddox wanted to knowwhen Wiggins asked him to be <strong>the</strong> foundingdean <strong>of</strong> <strong>Campbell</strong>’s pharmacy school.At <strong>the</strong> time, Maddox was an associatedean and pr<strong>of</strong>essor <strong>of</strong> pharmacy at Mercer<strong>University</strong>, and he was helping <strong>the</strong> pharmacydean conduct a feasibility study on<strong>Campbell</strong>’s proposed school. Maddox knewNorth Carolina was a growing hotbed for<strong>the</strong> pharmaceutical industry, but he wantedto be sure Wiggins was fully committed to<strong>the</strong> success <strong>of</strong> a pharmacy school. Maddoxpeppered Wiggins with questions.As to his interest in starting a pharmacyschool, Wiggins told Maddox: “I grew up inBurlington, N.C., and my mo<strong>the</strong>r took mysiblings and me to a community pharmacistfor our health care needs. I would like to seepharmacists like <strong>the</strong> ones just around <strong>the</strong>corner trained in a Christian environmentwho’ll go on to make a difference in <strong>the</strong> lives<strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong>ir own communities.”Maddox liked what he heard and agreed tobe dean. <strong>Campbell</strong> announced in January1985 its plan to open a pharmacy school.The criticism: Former UNCSchool <strong>of</strong> Pharmacy Dean Tom Miya told<strong>the</strong> Associated Press in 1985 that he wasconcerned that a new school would cutinto UNC-Chapel Hill’s ability to enrollstudents and fill vacancies for facultypositions. He said enrollment in <strong>the</strong>nation’s 71 pharmacy schools declined 23percent in <strong>the</strong> 10 years leading up to 1983-84; and at UNC-Chapel Hill, enrollmenthad dropped by 2.7 percent between 1982-83 and 1983-84.“We struggled like mad to get [studentenrollment] where we wanted this year,”Miya said. “We’d be competing for <strong>the</strong>same qualified applicant pool.”42 <strong>Summer</strong> <strong>2013</strong> www.campbell.edu/alumni
In response, Wiggins told The <strong>Campbell</strong>Times that Miya “raised legitimatequestions <strong>of</strong> concerns” but stressed <strong>the</strong>rewas “no competition <strong>of</strong> an unwholesometype with UNC.”The need: When <strong>Campbell</strong> announcedplans to start its pharmacy school, <strong>the</strong>rewas only one in North Carolina. But with<strong>the</strong> state’s increasing population, <strong>the</strong>rewas already a need for more than 600pharmacists in North Carolina to meet<strong>the</strong> national average, a study found. At <strong>the</strong>same time, pharmaceutical and medicaldevice manufacturers were flooding to<strong>the</strong> state, creating jobs that needed tobe filled. Though total manufacturingjobs declined in North Carolina between1972 and 1984, <strong>the</strong> employment rate forpharmaceutical and related jobs jumped350 percent.“There were huge opportunities forpharmacy education in North Carolina,”Maddox says. The pharmacy admissionscoordinator at Mercer <strong>University</strong> toldMaddox, too, that students from NorthCarolina frequently chose to attend Mercerbecause <strong>the</strong>y preferred studying at a privateChristian university and that 30 percent<strong>of</strong> Mercer’s pharmacy students came fromEast Tennessee.“There was fertile ground to draw pharmacystudents from,” Maddox says, adding thatNorth Carolina had a strong foundation<strong>of</strong> hospitals and clinical sites, such as DukeHealth, Wake Forest Medical Center, andCape Fear Valley Health, that could provideample training and hands-on experiences.The difference: Pharmacist Rene’Smith grew up a Carolina fan and thoughtshe’d attend UNC-Chapel Hill for herpharmacy degree. She got accepted, butshe chose to attend <strong>Campbell</strong>’s School<strong>of</strong> Pharmacy, making her one <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> 55students in <strong>the</strong> inaugural class that beganAugust 1986. Two things made <strong>the</strong>difference, she says: <strong>the</strong> supportive andaccomplished faculty and staff that shemet during her campus visit to <strong>Campbell</strong>;and <strong>the</strong> five-year Doctor <strong>of</strong> Pharmacydegree (PharmD) <strong>Campbell</strong> <strong>of</strong>fered.UNC-Chapel Hill’s five-year degree led toa bachelor’s at <strong>the</strong> time, and it wasn’t until2000 when <strong>the</strong> national accreditation bodyrequired pharmacy programs to transitionfrom <strong>the</strong> bachelor’s to PharmD.“To get your doctorate in five years, thatcarried some weight,” she says.In line with Wiggins’ vision for communitypharmacists, <strong>Campbell</strong> was also <strong>the</strong>first university in <strong>the</strong> U.S. to require acommunity-pharmacy rotation. Ano<strong>the</strong>rrequired rotation that’s standard now wasin geriatrics.“Dr. Maddox had a vision <strong>of</strong> what <strong>the</strong> fieldwould look like 20 years in <strong>the</strong> future,”says Todd King, a student in <strong>the</strong> first classwho is today a senior clinical director atOmnicare. “The school prepared us well for<strong>the</strong> duration <strong>of</strong> our careers.”Part <strong>of</strong> that preparation included anadditional 1,500 internship hours that<strong>Campbell</strong>’s pharmacy students completedbefore <strong>the</strong>y took board exams. Unlike <strong>the</strong>majority <strong>of</strong> pharmacy schools <strong>of</strong>fering abachelor’s, <strong>Campbell</strong>’s PharmD programincorporated 1,500 clinical hours into nineone-month rotations during <strong>the</strong>ir fourthyear, reducing <strong>the</strong> gap between finishingcoursework and taking board exams.Success followed. The pharmacy school’sfirst class graduated in 1990 and had a 100percent passage rate on <strong>the</strong> national boards.Since <strong>the</strong>n, <strong>Campbell</strong>’s pharmacy studentshave maintained a 98.5 passage rate, one <strong>of</strong><strong>the</strong> highest in <strong>the</strong> nation.The legacy: In 2007, <strong>Campbell</strong>dedicated its pharmacy teaching facilityin honor <strong>of</strong> Maddox. Two years later,<strong>Campbell</strong> changed <strong>the</strong> name <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong>pharmacy school to <strong>the</strong> College <strong>of</strong>Pharmacy & Health Sciences when<strong>the</strong> trustees approved <strong>the</strong> addition <strong>of</strong> aphysician assistant program. The physicianassistant students began in August 2011,and a year later, <strong>the</strong> first Master <strong>of</strong> Sciencein Public Health students started <strong>the</strong>irstudies. The trustees have also approvedDoctor <strong>of</strong> Physical Therapy and Bachelor<strong>of</strong> Nursing degrees.“The pharmacy school has …streng<strong>the</strong>ned our undergraduate sciencebase and has expanded our clinical researchand ultimately led to our physician assistantprogram and now <strong>the</strong> medical school,”says Britt Davis, <strong>Campbell</strong>’s vice presidentfor institutional advancement. “No doubtabout it, law and pharmacy have helped set<strong>the</strong> stage to open <strong>the</strong> medical school. All <strong>of</strong>this has been years in <strong>the</strong> making.”Our PARTNERSStudents will betrained in hospitalsaround <strong>the</strong> stateUnlike <strong>the</strong> current medical school modelsat UNC, Duke, East Carolina and WakeForest — which train and teach inuniversity-affiliated hospitals — <strong>Campbell</strong><strong>University</strong>’s School <strong>of</strong> OsteopathicMedicine will partner with at least 11hospitals and clinics in North Carolina totrain its students.<strong>Campbell</strong>’s curriculum will place a strongemphasis on maintaining a balancebetween hospital-based and out-patientmedical training."Harnett Health [pictured above] is proudto partner with <strong>Campbell</strong> as we work totransform health care in Harnett Countyand foster growth <strong>of</strong> local medicalpr<strong>of</strong>essionals," said Harnett HealthPresident and CEO Ken Bryan. "Ourstrong partnership will cultivate quality,compassionate health care providers whowill help advance medical science and vitalmembers <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> community.The following hospitals/health systemshave provided letters <strong>of</strong> commitmentpledging to take students:Betsy JohnsonRegional Hospital(Harnett Health)Harnett CountyHospitalWakeMed RaleighCampusNew HanoverRegional MedicalCenterSou<strong>the</strong>asternRegional MedicalCenterForsyth Hospital(Novant Health)Presbyterian Hospital(Novant Health)Cape Fear ValleyRegional MedicalCenterAlamance RegionalMedical CenterCentral CarolinaHospitalJohnston MedicalCenterwww.campbell.edu/magazine <strong>Campbell</strong> Magazine 43
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A beacon<strong>of</strong> medicaleducationInside <strong>the</strong> Leon Levine Hall <strong>of</strong> MedicalSciences, home <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> <strong>Campbell</strong> <strong>University</strong>School <strong>of</strong> Osteopathic MedicineBY Cherry CraytonPhotos By Bryan ReaganWhen <strong>Campbell</strong> <strong>University</strong> set out to construct <strong>the</strong> home for itsSchool <strong>of</strong> Osteopathic Medicine, it was imperative that <strong>the</strong>building be both well-designed and innovative, says Dr. JohnKauffman, founding dean <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> medical school.It had to be well-designed to send <strong>the</strong> message that <strong>Campbell</strong> was launchinga well-planned, top-notch School <strong>of</strong> Osteopathic Medicine, and it had beinnovative to reflect <strong>the</strong> distinct medical education <strong>the</strong> school planned todeliver, he says.Melissa Stout Davies (’10), a student in <strong>the</strong> School <strong>of</strong> Osteopathic Medicine,says <strong>Campbell</strong> hit <strong>the</strong> mark with <strong>the</strong> 96,500-square-foot, state-<strong>of</strong>-<strong>the</strong>-art LeonLevine Hall <strong>of</strong> Medical Sciences. “It’s beautiful,” Davies says. “I think it’ll makea major difference in attracting students to <strong>the</strong> school. It says that <strong>Campbell</strong>is committed to providing a top-quality medical education and that it willprepare us well for our careers.”Consider <strong>the</strong> building’s largest classrooms. They were designed so that everytwo rows are on <strong>the</strong> same level, which allows students to be easily broken intosmall groups to work toge<strong>the</strong>r during classes. This will help students learn towork collaboratively within a small team, a crucial skill in health settings, saysMichael Mahalik, <strong>the</strong> School <strong>of</strong> Osteopathic Medicine’s senior associate deanfor academic affairs and research. “The students will learn here that in <strong>the</strong> realworld that <strong>the</strong>y will have to work toge<strong>the</strong>r,” he says.The Hall <strong>of</strong> Medical Sciences, which was constructed between December2011 and May <strong>2013</strong>, also boasts one <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> top simulation centers in <strong>the</strong>region. Located on <strong>the</strong> second floor are six simulation lab rooms that mimican emergency room, an operating room, an intensive care unit, a labor anddelivery room, and debriefing rooms.There’s also a virtual lab where students will gain experience with surgicalsimulations and be exposed to equipment that teaches about colonoscopies,esophagogastroduodenoscopies, and bronchoscopies. There’s even a prayerchapel. The building’s top level features a 5,500-square-foot anatomy lab andfresh t<strong>issue</strong>s lab. “Because <strong>the</strong> students are coming here to be physicians, weneed to keep <strong>the</strong>ir learning experiences interactive, and that’s what you see asan emphasis with this building,” Mahalik says. “We want our students in <strong>the</strong>labs and doing early clinical experiences that will poise <strong>the</strong>m for success.”www.campbell.edu/magazine <strong>Campbell</strong> Magazine 45
STATE-OF-THE-ART LABSJim Roberts: “Our fourth-floor anatomy center is a state-<strong>of</strong>-<strong>the</strong>-art lab where we treat <strong>the</strong> human body in a manner that isexpected <strong>of</strong> a Christian institution. … The OSCE (objective structured clinical examination) rooms are basically exam rooms.That’s <strong>the</strong> room where our PAs and DOs learn to be a doctor. They learn how to interact with <strong>the</strong>ir patients. And every room— <strong>the</strong> classrooms, <strong>the</strong> labs, all <strong>of</strong> it — is recorded so [lectures and labs] can be studied and used again and again.”46 <strong>Summer</strong> <strong>2013</strong> www.campbell.edu/alumni
Anatomy lab made possible by Dr. P.K. Vyas, Eastern Carolina Medical Center. Simulation labsmade possible by <strong>the</strong> Golden LEAF Foundation and <strong>the</strong> Kate B. Reynolds Charitable Trust.www.campbell.edu/magazine <strong>Campbell</strong> Magazine 47
THE STRUCTURE<strong>Campbell</strong> <strong>University</strong> Vice President <strong>of</strong> Business Jim Roberts: “Architects <strong>of</strong>ten talk aboutbuildings with form following function. That’s what we’ve done here. The building is set up with twostructures that are tied toge<strong>the</strong>r to provide wonderful student spaces, wonderful open study spaces,light and access and facilities that meet <strong>the</strong> needs <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> way medical education is taught today.”
First FloorTHE FLOOR PLANRoom-by-room map <strong>of</strong> <strong>Campbell</strong> <strong>University</strong>'s 96,500-square-feetHall <strong>of</strong> Medical SciencesThird FloorSecond FloorFourth FloorAnatomy LabManipulative medicine LabMedical simulation LabsentranceOfficesClassroomsLaboratoriesCommon AreasStudent Commons LibraryUtilityStadium-seating classroomsBy <strong>the</strong> NumbersThe Leon Levine Hall <strong>of</strong> MedicalSciences:1Prayerchapel1Java Citycafé2 Lecturehalls64 Levels5Types <strong>of</strong>flooring6 SimulationlabsPrimary examinationand instruction areas13 Bathrooms182030firm Little30Months to completeconstructionStudy grouproomsDesigners who worked on<strong>the</strong> project at architecturalContractors who workedon <strong>the</strong> building projectwith firm T.A. LovingConstruction Company42300Cadavers inanatomy labWorkers who workedon site during <strong>the</strong>building <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> Levine Center500800Lockers forstudentsTons <strong>of</strong> structuralsteel used1,700 LightfixturesConcrete masonry19,700 blocks used96,500 Squarefootage210,000Brick veneersused$60 millionConstruction and initialstart-up operation costs50 <strong>Summer</strong> <strong>2013</strong> www.campbell.edu/alumni
WARM, INVITING, EFFICIENT“The building draws upon many successful design components seen in <strong>the</strong> heart <strong>of</strong> main campus, yet possesses itsown unique identity. In keeping with basic principles <strong>of</strong> osteopathic medical practice, <strong>the</strong> campus uses many sustainabledesign concepts, including north-south solar orientation for daylighting; bioswales; long-lasting, easily maintainablematerials; and a high-performance energy system yielding long-term environmental benefits.” — SchoolDesigns.comwww.campbell.edu/magazine <strong>Campbell</strong> Magazine 51
BUILT FOR LEARNINGJim Roberts: “Our two large auditoriums seat 200-plus and have seating arranged so students can have <strong>the</strong>ir eyes on<strong>the</strong> pr<strong>of</strong>essor or <strong>the</strong> large screens in <strong>the</strong> front, <strong>the</strong>n spin <strong>the</strong>ir chairs around to work in group settings <strong>of</strong> eight. … Medicallibraries are mostly electronic <strong>the</strong>se days, and our library will provide all materials both in hard copy and electronic form.All lectures and training exercises will be available in <strong>the</strong> library.”52 <strong>Summer</strong> <strong>2013</strong> www.campbell.edu/alumni
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Back In The GameANTHONY PARKER | Student | Wallace, N.C.Undergrad: North Carolina State <strong>University</strong>BY Cherry Crayton, Photo by Bryan ReaganAbout five years ago, AnthonyParker was a senior at Wallace-Rose Hill High School playingin <strong>the</strong> first half <strong>of</strong> a varsity football gamewhen he made a catch as <strong>the</strong> tight end.He took <strong>of</strong>f, running for 42 yards, beforea hard tackle brought him down andcaused his head to hit <strong>the</strong> field and sufferwhiplash. He didn’t play <strong>the</strong> rest <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong>game.A few days later, Parker was in <strong>the</strong> team’sweight room lifting a 40-pound dumbbellwith his left hand, effortlessly. He triedto lift <strong>the</strong> weight with his right hand. Hecouldn’t. He tried a 20-pound weight.He couldn’t lift that one ei<strong>the</strong>r. He told acoach: “Something’s wrong. Why can’t Ido this?”Coach told him: “It’s time you go seesomeone.”Parker missed <strong>the</strong> next game and visiteda chiropractor in Wallace, N.C., hishometown. Parker had a pinched nerve.The chiropractor made a manipulation,and Parker got back to playing. And withjust a few more manipulations, Parkerhad regained his full strength. What <strong>the</strong>chiropractor did – how he helped o<strong>the</strong>rs– stayed with Parker.So when he was a freshman at N.C.State <strong>University</strong> and thinking aboutdifferent career options, Parker wentback to <strong>the</strong> chiropractor and asked if hecould shadow him for a day. Parker likedwhat he saw and how <strong>the</strong> chiropractorinteracted with his patients. Thechiropractor knew who <strong>the</strong> teachers wereand who <strong>the</strong> fire fighters were. He knewpatients’ mo<strong>the</strong>rs and grandmo<strong>the</strong>rs. He<strong>of</strong>fered free adjustments for children oncertain weekends.Parker told <strong>the</strong> chiropractor: “I love whatyou do, and I want to do what you do.”The chiropractor was honest: “I love mycareer, but if I had to do it over again,I would probably go into osteopathicmedicine.”Parker had never heard <strong>of</strong> osteopathicmedicine before. He read up on <strong>the</strong>pr<strong>of</strong>ession and shadowed a Doctor <strong>of</strong>Osteopathic Medicine. He fell in lovewith it. “As a DO, you’re not just fixingpeople when <strong>the</strong>y’re hurt or sick. You’reworking on total body wellness andlifestyle changes,” Parker says. “That’ssomething that was really important tome: helping people with <strong>the</strong>ir wholelifestyle.”When Parker found out that <strong>Campbell</strong><strong>University</strong> was opening its School <strong>of</strong>Osteopathic Medicine, he felt like hehad found his calling. He became abiological sciences major at N.C. State,where he graduated from in May <strong>2013</strong>.He became a volunteer at Duke RaleighHospital. He participated in <strong>the</strong> hospital’sshadowing physician program, whichgave him <strong>the</strong> opportunity to watch acouple <strong>of</strong> surgeries and procedures. Andhe mentored children with disabilitiesat Learning Toge<strong>the</strong>r, a nonpr<strong>of</strong>it inRaleigh. “I knew [osteopathic medicine]was what I was supposed to do and<strong>Campbell</strong> was where I was supposed tobe,” says Parker, adding that <strong>Campbell</strong>was <strong>the</strong> only medical school he appliedto.He was in his vehicle, just coming froma gym playing basketball, when he got aphone call that he had been accepted into<strong>Campbell</strong>’s medical school. He thought:“I’m one step closer to where I want tobe.”This October, two months after he startsmedical school classes, he’ll marry hishigh school swee<strong>the</strong>art, Carrie Sanderson.Then, after he graduates from medicalschool and completes a residency and afellowship, he hopes to go back to hishometown and open up a family andsports medicine practice and, down <strong>the</strong>road, perhaps a total wellness center andeven a fitness center. There are no fitnesscenters like Gold’s Gym or Planet Fitnesscurrently in Wallace.“I want to give back to my communityand help people,” he says. “If I were ableto go back and help only 100 people,that’ll be OK, because that’s a 100 peoplewho might not o<strong>the</strong>rwise have had help.”www.campbell.edu/magazine <strong>Campbell</strong> Magazine 55
Chasing Her DreamMELISSA DAVIES | Student | Fayetteville, N.C.Undergrad: <strong>Campbell</strong> <strong>University</strong> (’10)BY Cherry Crayton, Photo by Bryan ReaganIn 2011, Michael Davies (’08)received an <strong>issue</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Campbell</strong>Magazine in <strong>the</strong> mail that featuredan article about <strong>Campbell</strong> <strong>University</strong>’splans to open a School <strong>of</strong> OsteopathicMedicine. The article included anexplanation <strong>of</strong> osteopathic medicine,which sent him running to his wife,Melissa Stout Davies (’10).“Read this!” Michael said to Melissa.“This seems right up your alley.”About a dozen years earlier, somewherearound <strong>the</strong> age <strong>of</strong> 10, Melissa haddecided she wanted to be a doctor. Itstarted with “The Cosby Show.” Shegrew up watching <strong>the</strong> sitcom and wasfascinated by <strong>the</strong> character that actorand comedian Bill Cosby played: Dr.Cliff Huxtable, an obstetrician. Melissapictured herself delivering babies, too. “Iwanted to help people,” she says.After graduating from Fayetteville’s PineForest High School, where she met herhusband, Melissa attended <strong>Campbell</strong>.She liked <strong>the</strong> small size, <strong>the</strong> emphasison faith, and <strong>the</strong> strong programsin <strong>the</strong> sciences. She was a biologymajor and planned to enter medicalschool immediately after finishing herundergraduate degree. She applied toM.D. programs, but things didn’t workout.So she took a job with a medical <strong>of</strong>fice inErwin, N.C., and studied to improve herMCAT scores. She helped <strong>the</strong> medical<strong>of</strong>fice move to electronic record keepingand measured patients’ weight andchecked <strong>the</strong>ir blood pressure. In timeshe was trained to do EKGs, draw blood,and communicate with pharmacies. Sheloved <strong>the</strong> work, and it kept afloat herdesire to be an OBGYN or a primarycare physician.It was about a year into <strong>the</strong> job whenher husband encouraged her to read<strong>the</strong> article about <strong>Campbell</strong>’s newmedical school. Melissa was familiarwith osteopathic medicine, and she stillplanned to attend medical school, butshe wasn’t sure if she wanted to waita couple more years for <strong>Campbell</strong>’s toopen. She talked with several <strong>of</strong> herformer pr<strong>of</strong>essors for advice, researchedmore about osteopathic medicine, andshadowed a radiologist with a Doctor <strong>of</strong>Osteopathic Medicine degree.The more she saw and heard, <strong>the</strong> moreshe became convinced that osteopathicmedicine was <strong>the</strong> right fit for her andwaiting for <strong>Campbell</strong>’s school in <strong>the</strong>pr<strong>of</strong>ession to open was worth <strong>the</strong> wait.“Maybe things didn’t work out initiallybecause I had this opportunity waitingfor me here,” she says.She was drawn to <strong>the</strong> focus on preventivemedicine and <strong>the</strong> holistic approach toworking with patients. “One <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong>things I love about osteopathic medicineis <strong>the</strong> recognition that taking medicine isnot always going to solve <strong>the</strong> problem,”she says.Osteopathic medicine, she adds, fellexactly in line with <strong>the</strong> kind <strong>of</strong> doctorshe hoped to be—one that’s emphatic,a good listener, and communicates wellwith her patients and that serves o<strong>the</strong>rsmuch like her mo<strong>the</strong>r, Jung Stout, does.When Melissa was growing up inFayetteville, Stout’s mo<strong>the</strong>r lived withher and her parents. Her grandmo<strong>the</strong>rhad suffered several strokes and neededconstant care. Stout provided it. Stout’smo<strong>the</strong>r died during Melissa’s freshmanyear at <strong>Campbell</strong>, and three years later,when Melissa was a senior, her fa<strong>the</strong>r wasdiagnosed with pancreatic cancer. Hermo<strong>the</strong>r took care <strong>of</strong> him, too, until hedied shortly after Melissa graduated inMay 2010. “Seeing how my mo<strong>the</strong>r tookcare <strong>of</strong> her mo<strong>the</strong>r and my fa<strong>the</strong>r set <strong>the</strong>example <strong>of</strong> how I want to be as a doctor,”she says.Last October, a couple <strong>of</strong> months afterbeing accepted into <strong>Campbell</strong>’s School<strong>of</strong> Osteopathic Medcine, Melissa learnedshe was pregnant with her first child. Herdue date was June 15, about six weeksbefore her first medical school classeswere set to begin.When she shared <strong>the</strong> news withfamily and friends, a few questionedher: Starting medical school is abig transition, and <strong>the</strong> work can beintensive, so doing that, while caring fora newborn? Do you really still plan toattend medical school?It’s true that <strong>the</strong> pregnancy wasn’t part <strong>of</strong><strong>the</strong> plan at this point in her life, Melissatold <strong>the</strong>m, but becoming a doctor washer dream. “So I’m going with it,” shesaid, “and it’s going to be worth it.”56 <strong>Summer</strong> <strong>2013</strong> www.campbell.edu/alumni
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In His Fa<strong>the</strong>r’sFootstepsJEFFREY PENNINGS | Student | Goshen, NYUndergrad: Clemson <strong>University</strong>BY Billy Liggett, Photo by Bennett ScarboroughJeffrey Pennings has been wearingstethoscopes and seeing patientssince he was a toddler.Of course, <strong>the</strong> equipment and <strong>the</strong>patients weren’t his … <strong>the</strong>y werehis fa<strong>the</strong>r’s. The son <strong>of</strong> osteopathicphysician Dr. Nicholas J. Pennings,Jeffrey Pennings grew up in <strong>the</strong> industryand early on developed a curiosityand admiration for <strong>the</strong> work his dadperformed in Warwick, N.Y., located alittle over an hour north <strong>of</strong> New YorkCity.“Growing up, I loved <strong>the</strong> stories abouthis experiences, and when I would hangaround his <strong>of</strong>fice, I always liked <strong>the</strong> wayhe interacted with his patients,” <strong>the</strong>younger Pennings says. “That personableapproach and <strong>the</strong> relationships he builtover <strong>the</strong> years … that’s <strong>the</strong> same thing Idesire when I practice medicine.”After high school, Pennings enrolled atClemson <strong>University</strong> with medicine inmind. He majored in bio science andminored in psychology. He also ran crosscountry and long distance events for <strong>the</strong>Clemson track team.When it came time to look at medicalschools, Pennings was set on followingin his fa<strong>the</strong>r’s footsteps by seekingadmission into a school <strong>of</strong> osteopathicmedicine. Excited about <strong>the</strong> chance toblaze a trail and be a part <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> first class<strong>of</strong> doctors at a new school, Penningschose <strong>Campbell</strong> <strong>University</strong>’s new medschool.As it turns out, Jeffrey’s fa<strong>the</strong>r ended upfollowing in his son’s footsteps … joining<strong>Campbell</strong> after Jeffrey’s acceptance as anassistant pr<strong>of</strong>essor for <strong>the</strong> med school’sDepartment <strong>of</strong> Family Medicine.“<strong>Campbell</strong> just seemed like a healthy,exciting environment for both <strong>of</strong> us,”Jeffrey Pennings says. “It’s an interestingtime to be in medicine, and this schoolis coming at a great time. <strong>Campbell</strong>’sprogram and its curriculum, I think,will lead <strong>the</strong> way in this new approachto medical education, and I think you’llstart seeing o<strong>the</strong>r med schools follow.”Pennings says he wasn’t familiar with<strong>Campbell</strong> until he started researching for<strong>the</strong> med school. But he already likes <strong>the</strong>community — Buies Creek reminds him<strong>of</strong> his hometown <strong>of</strong> Goshen, N.Y. — andhe’s excited about what <strong>the</strong> school andhis class will mean to <strong>the</strong> university and<strong>the</strong> community.“My friends have asked me, ‘Where’sBuies Creek?’ and I’ll tell <strong>the</strong>m, ‘Justoutside <strong>of</strong> Raleigh.’ They’ll respondwith ‘How close to Raleigh?’ and I’llsay, ‘That’s not important,’” Penningssays. “This school is right where it needsto be. The community will benefit,and <strong>the</strong> students will be trained in anenvironment similar to <strong>the</strong> areas <strong>of</strong> thisstate that need physicians and improvedhealth care. I’m going to be verycomfortable here.”As for his future, Pennings says he wantsto go into primary care, preferably inNorth or South Carolina. Not only willbe following in his fa<strong>the</strong>r’s footsteps, buthis siblings as well (he has three bro<strong>the</strong>rs— one <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong>m a registered nurse — anda sister who is getting her masters inpublic health).His goal is to be <strong>the</strong> kind <strong>of</strong> physician hisfa<strong>the</strong>r was — someone who cared deeplyabout his patients’ wellness and becamean important part <strong>of</strong> his community.“When my dad left his practice, hispatients cried,” Pennings recalls. “Theywere happy for him, but <strong>the</strong>y were sad tolose him. He worked for years in a smallfarming town, and he had a huge impacton <strong>the</strong>ir lives.“That’s <strong>the</strong> kind <strong>of</strong> doctor I want to be.”www.campbell.edu/magazine <strong>Campbell</strong> Magazine 59
The Born LeaderERASMO ESPINO | Student | Eagle Pass, TexasUndergrad: <strong>Campbell</strong> <strong>University</strong> ('12)BY Billy Liggett, Photo by Bryan ReaganIt was a question that needed to beasked during his interview processto get into <strong>Campbell</strong> <strong>University</strong>’sSchool <strong>of</strong> Osteopathic Medicine ...but considering Erasmo Espino’sbackground, both he and interviewconductor felt a little silly when it wasasked.Tell us about a time in your life whenyou had to display leadership.Where do we begin?A native <strong>of</strong> Eagle Pass, Texas, locatednear <strong>the</strong> Mexican border about two hourswest <strong>of</strong> San Antonio, Espino joined <strong>the</strong>Army soon after high school at <strong>the</strong> age <strong>of</strong>18 in 2000. Not long into his service, <strong>the</strong>country was attacked on Sept. 11, 2001;and Espino would serve his country asa special forces medic on <strong>the</strong> frontlinesin Iraq and Afghanistan. He wouldexperience multiple intense momentsduring his deployments, treating soldiersinjured in battle … some <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong>m wouldnot survive <strong>the</strong>ir injuries.There were positive moments as well.One <strong>of</strong> Espino’s commanding <strong>of</strong>ficerswas a doctor <strong>of</strong> osteopathic medicine,and on more than one occasion, <strong>the</strong>yserved <strong>the</strong> Afghan population by treating<strong>the</strong> sick and providing basic modernhealth care to regions that had neverseen it.So, back to <strong>the</strong> “leadership” question …“My whole experience in <strong>the</strong> military wasabout [leadership],” says Espino, now 31.“But I’m not one to dwell on <strong>the</strong> past.I’m excited about my future. I’m excitedto be part <strong>of</strong> something new.”Espino, who began taking undergraduatecourses at <strong>Campbell</strong>’s Fort Bragg campuswhile stationed <strong>the</strong>re, left active dutyin 2010 to focus more on his educationand earn his degree in health sciences inDecember 2012.Having had exposure to rural medicinein underserved areas <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> world,Espino says applying for admission into<strong>Campbell</strong>’s med school seemed like anatural step.“My family is in Fayetteville, my wifeworks here and my children [ages 6 and4] were born here … this school justseemed like <strong>the</strong> right fit,” he says. “A lot<strong>of</strong> my decisions in life have come frominstinct, and I have no doubt this was <strong>the</strong>right decision for me.”Espino applied late to be a part <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong>first class and was initially put on awaiting list. Soon after being told this,however, a spot opened up, and Espinowas chosen over hundreds <strong>of</strong> o<strong>the</strong>rs alsoon <strong>the</strong> list at <strong>the</strong> time. He says simplybeing chosen was an honor for him.“Being a part <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> first class, that’ssomething special,” he says. “This classneeds to set <strong>the</strong> example for futureclasses. It’s our responsibility to carry on<strong>the</strong> tradition <strong>of</strong> prestige in <strong>Campbell</strong>’sgraduate programs. The fact that <strong>the</strong>ychose us to be a part <strong>of</strong> this shows that<strong>the</strong>y believe in us. And that means a lot.”Espino has options when he finishesmed school. He can choose to go backinto active duty and finish his militarycareer with an early retirement — and<strong>the</strong>n open a civilian practice. Or he canchoose to go straight to civilian life andpractice medicine in North Carolina.“I can see myself 10 years from nowpracticing emergency medicine,” hesays, “and contributing to reversing <strong>the</strong>shortage <strong>of</strong> physicians in this state.”No matter what he chooses, Espino willbe a trailblazer in more than one way.The son <strong>of</strong> immigrants from Mexico, heis already <strong>the</strong> first person in his familyto earn an undergraduate degree. Hesays his parents are beyond proud <strong>of</strong> hismilitary service and his decision to entermedical school.“It means a lot to me that I’m able tovalidate <strong>the</strong>ir sacrifice,” Espino says.“Coming here to this country and takinga chance … <strong>the</strong>y can say it was worth it.”60 <strong>Summer</strong> <strong>2013</strong> www.campbell.edu/alumni
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Here For TheUnderservedKATE TAYLOR | Student | Harrisburg, N.C.Undergrad: Furman <strong>University</strong>By Billy Liggett, PHoto by Bennett ScarboroughBarely into her 20s, Kate Taylor hasalready seen <strong>the</strong> world.The Czech Republic, Costa Rica,Romania, Mexico … Taylor has to thinkhard to recall everywhere she has been,most <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong>se trips <strong>the</strong> result <strong>of</strong> missionsshe took part in while a student in highschool and at Furman <strong>University</strong> inGreenville.And it was during her world travels whenshe got to see first hand and hear storiesabout <strong>the</strong> impact qualified physiciansand modern medicine can have onmedically underserved populations. Aneuroscience and Latin American studiesmajor in college, Taylor was studentpresident <strong>of</strong> Furman <strong>University</strong> MedicalMissions, and her group helped set upclinics in <strong>the</strong> outskirts <strong>of</strong> San Jose, <strong>the</strong>capital <strong>of</strong> Costa Rica.“Their medical system is such that peoplehave to wait months for proper care,”she says. “So <strong>the</strong> people <strong>the</strong>re were justso happy to see us and so happy to seethat we cared enough to help. That tripshowed me <strong>the</strong> need that exists out <strong>the</strong>re,and it got me even more excited to getinto medicine.”Taylor’s experience — and her careergoals — fit in well with <strong>the</strong> mission<strong>of</strong> <strong>Campbell</strong> <strong>University</strong>’s School <strong>of</strong>Osteopathic Medicine. The school aimsto educate and prepare communitybasedosteopathic physicians who willone day fill <strong>the</strong> need for doctors in ruraland underserved populations not only inNorth Carolina, but around <strong>the</strong> nationand <strong>the</strong> world.“The idea behind this school is to reachpeople who really need us, and <strong>the</strong> factthat this is a faith-based school is reallyexciting to me,” Taylor says. “It’s rare t<strong>of</strong>ind that combination — a school withprestige and a great reputation that alsohas a great mission behind it.”Taylor is no stranger to <strong>Campbell</strong>. Hergrandfa<strong>the</strong>r was a <strong>Campbell</strong> supporterwho <strong>of</strong>ten talked about <strong>the</strong> school whenTaylor was younger. When she discovered<strong>the</strong> university would launch a school <strong>of</strong>osteopathic medicine in <strong>the</strong> fall <strong>of</strong> <strong>2013</strong>,she learned more about it and followed<strong>the</strong> milestones like accreditation and <strong>the</strong>facility groundbreaking online.And now, Taylor will be one <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> firststudents to step foot inside that facilityas part <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> inaugural class <strong>of</strong> medicalstudents — <strong>the</strong> Class <strong>of</strong> 2017.“I’m excited to be a trailblazer,” she says.“I love <strong>the</strong> idea <strong>of</strong> coming in to a newprogram alongside <strong>the</strong> students andpr<strong>of</strong>essors who’ll work to make it betteras we go along. I wanted to come herebecause I want to help lead <strong>the</strong> way andpass what we’ve learned on down t<strong>of</strong>uture classes.”She says osteopathic medicine and<strong>Campbell</strong>’s approach fits in well with<strong>the</strong> type <strong>of</strong> physician she wants to be— “My grandmo<strong>the</strong>r was a nurse, andshe’s so caring and sweet,” Taylor says. “Iassociate her with <strong>the</strong> idea <strong>of</strong> how youshould care for people. I want to be thatkind <strong>of</strong> presence as a doctor.”As for her plans after school, Taylorsays she’ll go wherever God takes her.Her husband is studying missiologyat Sou<strong>the</strong>astern Baptist TheologicalSeminary, so it’s quite possible that herskills will be put to use one day servingpeople in countries like Costa Rica thatneed her most.“If we could pair up and serve toge<strong>the</strong>r,that’d be a dream,” she says.www.campbell.edu/magazine <strong>Campbell</strong> Magazine 63
Team mentalityPHILLIP DEAL | Student | Huntersville, N.C.Undergrad: UNC WilmingtonBy Billy Liggett, PHoto by Bryan ReaganPhillip Deal loved anatomy asan undergrad at <strong>the</strong> <strong>University</strong><strong>of</strong> North Carolina Wilmington— so much that he led supplementalinstruction sessions and taught his fellowstudents three times a week.But a year into grad school studyingclinical research, Deal came to arealization. Part <strong>of</strong> what he loved somuch about science during his undergraddays was <strong>the</strong> interaction he had withhis classmates. He missed those studysessions that combined a subject hewas really interested in and <strong>the</strong> chanceto discuss and explain <strong>the</strong> subject withand for o<strong>the</strong>rs. The lab setting was tooisolated, and Deal’s heart wasn’t in it.“I wasn’t communicating with o<strong>the</strong>rsas much as I had been,” he says. “Thescience was <strong>the</strong>re, <strong>the</strong> interest was <strong>the</strong>re,but something was missing. I had to takea step back and reassess my future.”In 2012, he chose to alter his course —he applied for medical school. This fall,he’ll be among <strong>the</strong> first class <strong>of</strong> studentsto attend <strong>Campbell</strong> <strong>University</strong>’s School<strong>of</strong> Osteopathic Medicine.“I have a good friend who attended<strong>Campbell</strong>’s pharmacy school, so I’d heard<strong>of</strong> <strong>Campbell</strong> before, and I knew about<strong>the</strong>ir pr<strong>of</strong>essional programs,” Deal says.“I looked up to this friend a lot, and hesaid great things about his experiencehere. He made me want to be part <strong>of</strong>one <strong>of</strong> those programs, and now I get tobe part <strong>of</strong> an inaugural class … it’s anopportunity very few people have. Weget <strong>the</strong> set <strong>the</strong> standard for all classes thatfollow us.”Deal’s love <strong>of</strong> interacting with o<strong>the</strong>rsalso played a part in his decision to cometo <strong>Campbell</strong>. One <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> med school’sselling points to prospective studentsis its small-group learning approach.Groups <strong>of</strong> eight students will practicallybecome one when it comes to studysessions and even classroom involvement.The school’s two large auditoriumclassrooms are designed with groupsin mind, with seating rows having <strong>the</strong>ability to turn 180 degrees so studentscan interact with those sitting behind<strong>the</strong>m.“As students, we’ve been competingagainst each o<strong>the</strong>r to even get here, andnow that we’re here, we’re coming intoan environment where <strong>the</strong> competitionis gone,” Deal says. “If someone inour group is struggling, we’re <strong>the</strong>re topick <strong>the</strong>m up. There’s a huge emphasison teamwork and helping everyoneout here. Getting <strong>the</strong> better gradethan everyone else isn’t <strong>the</strong> goal. It’ssimply understanding <strong>the</strong> material. Theteamwork approach is <strong>the</strong> best way t<strong>of</strong>acilitate that.”Deal says he has an open mind whenit comes to where med school will takehim. If he had a choice, he’d prefer tostay in North Carolina, where he’ll dohis residencies. Wherever he ends up,he hopes to get into family medicine,where he can settle down and buildrelationships in a community setting.“I shadowed a few family medicinepractices when I was in school, and Ilike <strong>the</strong> idea <strong>of</strong> having continuity withyour patients,” Deal says. “The biggestdifference between a DO and MD to me,is <strong>the</strong> overall attitude <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> physician.What attracted me to osteopathicmedicine is <strong>the</strong> idea <strong>of</strong> taking <strong>the</strong> entirepatient into context when treating <strong>the</strong>m.Someone could come into my <strong>of</strong>fice witha cold, and I could simply give <strong>the</strong>mmedicine, but I want to find out more. Is<strong>the</strong>re something else going on? Is <strong>the</strong>re asystematic behavior that can be changedto make <strong>the</strong>m healthier overall? Thisholistic view <strong>of</strong> medicine is somethingthat intrigues me.”64 <strong>Summer</strong> <strong>2013</strong> www.campbell.edu/alumni
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A passion ForPathologyBonnie Brenseke, PhD | Interim Chair <strong>of</strong> PathologyEarned PhD at Virginia TechBY Haven Hottel, Photo by Bryan ReaganIt wasn’t until <strong>the</strong> second year <strong>of</strong> herpr<strong>of</strong>essional medical training thatBonnie Brenseke discovered herpr<strong>of</strong>essional passion. She was fascinatedby pathology, <strong>the</strong> study <strong>of</strong> disease, andhow that knowledge could help improveand extend <strong>the</strong> lives <strong>of</strong> her patients. Herfour-legged patients.Brenseke, <strong>the</strong> new Interim Chair<strong>of</strong> Pathology at <strong>the</strong> School <strong>of</strong>Osteopathic Medicine, admits shetook an unconventional path to getto Buies Creek. A Winston-Salemnative, Brenseke wanted to become aveterinarian from childhood and pursuedthat dream as an undergraduate andveterinary student at North CarolinaState <strong>University</strong>. She had a clear goal— to become a practicing small-animalveterinarian. However, in her secondyear <strong>of</strong> vet school, she discovered <strong>the</strong>discipline <strong>of</strong> pathology and spent much<strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> next two years in <strong>the</strong> necropsy, oranimal autopsy, lab. By <strong>the</strong> fourth year,she’d made up her mind. She was goingto be a pathologist. Brenseke went on toa pathology residency at <strong>the</strong> vet schoolon <strong>the</strong> Virginia Tech campus and, while<strong>the</strong>re, earned her PhD at Virginia Tech.“Everyone asks me ‘What department areyou in?’ And I say ‘I’m with CUSOM,<strong>the</strong> osteopathic medicine school….’ And<strong>the</strong>y’re like ‘Oh, so you’re a doctor.’ ‘Yes,I am a doctor. I’m a veterinarian,’” saysBrenseke. “There’s always that pause and<strong>the</strong>n <strong>the</strong>y ask ‘Why are you here?’”But for Brenseke, <strong>the</strong> answer is clear.Knowledge <strong>of</strong> disease, its causes andtreatments and how it affects biologicalsystems, is essential for understandinghow to treat patients, whe<strong>the</strong>r on fourlegs or two.“Pathology is <strong>the</strong> study <strong>of</strong> disease. Forhumans and animals — disease is <strong>of</strong>ten<strong>the</strong> same. Animals can give humansdisease; we can give <strong>the</strong>m disease. Some<strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> diseases are exactly <strong>the</strong> same,” saysBrenseke, a board certified pathologist.“So I picked a good discipline thatactually blends well with any kind <strong>of</strong>medicine. “In her role with <strong>the</strong> medical school,she has not only designed curriculumfor pathology courses, but will alsobe teaching <strong>the</strong> pathology portions <strong>of</strong>courses and assisting with some <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong>anatomy labs. Students will be presentedwith courses in histology <strong>of</strong> t<strong>issue</strong>s andcells and general pathology coursesfor systems, such as <strong>the</strong> renal system,cardiorespiratory system and pathology<strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> heart.The freedom to design and teachcurriculum at a new medical school isan exciting venture and a bit daunting.Just a short time ago, she was a studentpresented with tried and tested lectures.Now, she gets to start from scratch anddecide how information is presented tomedical students.“It’s almost scary. How do you want toteach this lecture? How do you wantto teach this lab? It’s a very uniqueexperience,” says Brenseke. “It takesa special group <strong>of</strong> people who have apositive attitude and are enthusiastic tomake this school successful.”And she expects her students to take onthat same pioneering spirit.“They’re going to have to go to <strong>the</strong>faculty to ask questions if <strong>the</strong>y don’tunderstand and to rely on each o<strong>the</strong>r.There’s no prior class to tell you howthings work,” she says. “They’re goingto be one <strong>the</strong> ones that define <strong>the</strong>success <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> school. I hope <strong>the</strong>y comeout <strong>of</strong> this program with a sense <strong>of</strong>pride and ownership that <strong>the</strong>y feel <strong>the</strong>yaccomplished something.”www.campbell.edu/magazine <strong>Campbell</strong> Magazine 67
Hands-On ApproachWILLIAM MORRIS, DO | Pr<strong>of</strong>essor <strong>of</strong> Manipulative MedicineGraduate <strong>of</strong> <strong>University</strong> <strong>of</strong> New EnglandCollege <strong>of</strong> Osteopathic Medicine (‘92)BY Billy Liggett, Photo by Bryan ReaganWilliam Morris didn’t entermedical school until he was47. He describes his careerbefore <strong>the</strong>n as, well … erratic.Paratrooper in <strong>the</strong> military. Constructionworker. Photographer. Rescue squad.Motorcycle safety instructor for <strong>the</strong>Department <strong>of</strong> Motor Vehicles.To name a few.But each job and each experienceuniquely prepared Morris for that newchapter in his life when he was acceptedinto <strong>the</strong> <strong>University</strong> <strong>of</strong> New EnglandSchool <strong>of</strong> Osteopathic Medicine in<strong>the</strong> late 1980s. There was serendipityinvolved as well — lifelong backproblems were <strong>the</strong> result <strong>of</strong> “severalcollisions with Mo<strong>the</strong>r Earth” during hisdays as a paratrooper, and <strong>the</strong>y got worseduring his days in construction.This led to a visit with an osteopathicphysician … a life-changing visit in moreways than one.“His name was Dr. Wakefield, and Iremember not seeing <strong>the</strong> ‘MD’ after hisname and almost walking away,” Morrisrecalls. “He had this really weird-lookingtable in his exam room, too. He did all<strong>the</strong> regular ‘doctor stuff’ with my eyesand nose, but <strong>the</strong>n when he examinedmy back, I remember thinking, ‘This is avery thorough exam.’”Wakefield told Morris where his pain wasafter minutes feeling around his spine,and after several minutes <strong>of</strong> “crunchingsounds” and Morris literally fearing forhis life, Wakefield was finished.“He said, ‘You can sit up now,’ and A) Iwas amazed that I could actually sit up soeasily and B) about three seconds later, ithit me that my pain was gone,” Morrissays with a smile. “This pain I’d sufferedfor decades … it wasn’t just less. It wasgone. Holy cow.”Morris had applied to med schools beforeand once worked toward a doctorate inendocrinology, but with his interest inmedicine again piqued — specificallyosteopathic medicine and <strong>the</strong> “mind,body and spirit” approach — Morrisapplied for med school at New England.Scared out <strong>of</strong> his wits entering his firstinterview, Morris knew questions wouldarise about why he’d waited so long todo this … why he dropped out <strong>of</strong> schoolin <strong>the</strong> past … o<strong>the</strong>r questions he knewwould make him doubt his decision.But <strong>the</strong> first question was, “Why do youwant to be an osteopathic physician?”“My answer was simply, ‘Because I loveputting my hands on people,’” Morrisrecalled, tears welling in his eyes. “Ibegan to feel at ease. There were o<strong>the</strong>rquestions, some <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong>m more difficult,but I began to think during thatinterview, ‘OK … this is going to work.This is what I was meant to do.’”He described <strong>the</strong> next four years as <strong>the</strong>most challenging years in his life. Hecredited prayer and his collaborationwith a few o<strong>the</strong>r 40-somethings in hisclass for getting him through school. Notlong into his new career, Morris thoughtabout teaching. And in <strong>the</strong> same way hismilitary days led him to that physician’sweird table years earlier, his experienceas a motorcycle instructor gave him <strong>the</strong>confidence to get in front <strong>of</strong> classroomsand reach young minds.“I truly believe that you really learn <strong>the</strong>material well when you have to teach it,”Morris says. “I had learned techniquesfrom my past pr<strong>of</strong>essors, whom I have agreat deal <strong>of</strong> respect for … even those Ididn’t always agree with. … I love teaching,and I love watching when a student finally‘gets it.’ They don’t have to say anything …when <strong>the</strong>y see <strong>the</strong> way things are supposedto happen, <strong>the</strong>ir face lights up. And youdidn’t do that … <strong>the</strong>y did it. They got it. Itmakes it all worth it to me.”In addition to his role as pr<strong>of</strong>essorat <strong>Campbell</strong>, Morris is chairman<strong>of</strong> manipulative medicine for <strong>the</strong>med school. He’ll be teaching futurephysicians <strong>the</strong> same hands-on approachand distinct osteopathic philosophythat led to <strong>the</strong> healing <strong>of</strong> his back and,ultimately, his career in medicine.“There’s a reason why many people sayosteopathic physicians are just nicerdocs,” he says. “It’s all about humancontact. You’re a human being, and I’ma human being, and I’m here to help youget better. There’s a powerful message<strong>the</strong>re. And that’s why I’m still doingthis.”68 <strong>Summer</strong> <strong>2013</strong> www.campbell.edu/alumni
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The RecruiterSHELLEY HOBBS | Admissions Recruiter and CounselorEdenton, N.C. | <strong>Campbell</strong> <strong>University</strong> (’09)BY Billy Liggett, Photo by Bryan ReaganShelley Hobbs doesn’t have “DO”at <strong>the</strong> end <strong>of</strong> her name, nor doesshe carry <strong>the</strong> title <strong>of</strong> “Dr.” at <strong>the</strong>beginning.But when <strong>the</strong> first graduates <strong>of</strong> <strong>Campbell</strong><strong>University</strong>’s School <strong>of</strong> OsteopathicMedicine walk <strong>the</strong> stage with degrees inhand as <strong>the</strong> Class <strong>of</strong> 2017 four years fromnow, Hobbs will have played a big role in<strong>the</strong> medical education for many <strong>of</strong> thosestudents.She’s <strong>the</strong> one who brought <strong>the</strong>m here.And if <strong>the</strong>re’s anyone best suited tointroduce outsiders to <strong>Campbell</strong><strong>University</strong>, it’s Shelley Hobbs. A 2009graduate <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> school, Hobbs wentto work for her alma mater soon afterearning her degree in communicationstudies by joining <strong>the</strong> admissions staff as<strong>the</strong> private schools and Christian marketcounselor. For over two years, that jobrequired her to champion a school sheloved.In o<strong>the</strong>r words, it was a job that camenaturally.“At no time as a student did I think I’dend up working for <strong>Campbell</strong>,” says <strong>the</strong>native <strong>of</strong> Edenton. “But over <strong>the</strong> course<strong>of</strong> time, I really grew to love it here. Thereare so many great things happening at<strong>Campbell</strong> and so many great people. Ihad no idea I’d love it as much as I did,so I jumped at <strong>the</strong> chance to work inadmissions and witness new studentscoming here and getting excited about<strong>the</strong>ir futures.”Her time in admissions — in addition to<strong>the</strong> precognitive choice to take courses inhealth communication as an undergrad— made Hobbs <strong>the</strong> perfect fit once arecruiting and admissions staff for <strong>the</strong>new school <strong>of</strong> medicine was needed in2012.“There was no way to know we’d have amedical school here when I was a student,and I always thought I’d end up in PRfor a hospital or elsewhere in <strong>the</strong> healthcare industry,” Hobbs says. “But when<strong>the</strong>y announced <strong>the</strong> new school … oh mygoodness, I knew this was where I wantedto be.”She was <strong>the</strong> third person to join <strong>the</strong>student affairs team under ExecutiveDirector Mattie Bendall and Director <strong>of</strong>Admissions Joy Henderson. As a recruiter,Hobbs was required to hit <strong>the</strong> roadshortly after joining <strong>the</strong> staff in August2012. Three weeks after taking <strong>the</strong> job,Hobbs spent three months traveling <strong>the</strong>country — from New York to California— visiting colleges and universities tospread <strong>the</strong> word about North Carolina’sfirst new medical school in 35 years.Much to her surprise, <strong>Campbell</strong>’sreputation and name recognition arrivedin many <strong>of</strong> those states before she did.“When I worked in undergradadmissions, name recognition wasalways an initial hurdle for out-<strong>of</strong>-statestudents,” Hobbs says. “But for whateverreason, students who want to go tomedical school are a different breed.They’ve done <strong>the</strong>ir homework, so tospeak. People would approach me inCalifornia and say, ‘You’re <strong>the</strong> new medschool!’ And I’d say, ‘Yes I am. How in<strong>the</strong> world have you already heard <strong>of</strong> us?’”At 25, Hobbs says she’s living <strong>the</strong> dream.She has a job she loves, she gets to travel<strong>the</strong> country and she’s meeting some <strong>of</strong><strong>the</strong> nation’s brightest young minds. Thathappiness makes it much easier for her toexude excitement about <strong>Campbell</strong>’s newschool.And that’s why she’s here.“President Wallace has done anoutstanding job growing our university,and to be a part <strong>of</strong> this latest endeavoris really exciting for me and reallyhumbling,” Hobbs says. “I don’t havea PhD, and I’m not a doctor. I tend tothink <strong>of</strong> myself as really nobody special.But here I am, a part <strong>of</strong> something thatwill make an impact on our school, ourcommunity and our state. SometimesI just have to take a step back and askmyself, ‘Is this really happening?’”www.campbell.edu/magazine <strong>Campbell</strong> Magazine 71
A LEAP OF FAITHBrian Kessler, DO | AssociatE Dean <strong>of</strong> Clinical AffairsGraduate <strong>of</strong> Lake Erie College <strong>of</strong> Osteopathic Medicine ('94)BY Billy Liggett, Photo by Bryan ReaganStudents fortunate enough to be in<strong>the</strong> charter class or even <strong>the</strong> first fewclasses <strong>of</strong> a new medical school go onto do great things, says Dr. Brian Kessler.They become leaders in <strong>the</strong> pr<strong>of</strong>ession.They become innovators <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong>ir practice.“Up until that first class graduates andproves <strong>the</strong>mselves, every student whoenrolls at a new school is taking a leap <strong>of</strong>faith,” says Kessler. “It’s easier to go to anestablished school. It takes courage to bepart <strong>of</strong> something new … to set <strong>the</strong> tonefor classes to come.”Kessler tells this to <strong>the</strong> students who’llmake up <strong>the</strong> charter class <strong>of</strong> <strong>Campbell</strong><strong>University</strong>’s new School <strong>of</strong> OsteopathicMedicine, and he’ll tell it to next year’sclass and <strong>the</strong> following year’s as well.And he firmly believes every word <strong>of</strong>it, because about 20 years ago, he was awide-eyed risk-taker enrolling at <strong>the</strong> LakeErie College <strong>of</strong> Osteopathic Medicine asa member <strong>of</strong> its second class.“I think <strong>the</strong> experiences I learned goingto a new school … <strong>the</strong>y gave me <strong>the</strong>ability to take on challenges I normallywouldn’t have taken on,” says Kessler,<strong>Campbell</strong>’s associate dean <strong>of</strong> clinicalaffairs and pr<strong>of</strong>essor.A native <strong>of</strong> Delaware who moved tocentral Pennsylvania during his teens,Kessler earned a degree in biology fromtiny St. Vincent College in Latrobe, Pa.After graduation, he chose to attendLECOM, a free-standing school notunder any university or college umbrella.Unlike <strong>Campbell</strong>, which has built areputation with strong pr<strong>of</strong>essionalschools over <strong>the</strong> last 25-plus years, LakeErie was unchartered territory.“I got a lot <strong>of</strong> criticism from friends incollege for choosing a new school withno reputation,” Kessler recalls. “That’swhy I use <strong>the</strong> cliche, ‘leap <strong>of</strong> faith.’ I haveno better way to describe it. It was closeenough to home, yet far enough away,and my fa<strong>the</strong>r helped me research it goingin. Now today, LECOM is considered one<strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> top-tier osteopathic medical schoolsin <strong>the</strong> country and one <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> largest medschools overall in terms <strong>of</strong> number <strong>of</strong>students.”At LECOM, he met his wife, Ioanna,who was in <strong>the</strong> following year’s class.In his first year <strong>of</strong> residency, Kesslermoved to Cleveland to be near Ioanna’sfamily and became a resident withSouthpoint Hospital, a multi-specialityacademic medical center affiliated with<strong>the</strong> Cleveland Clinic. Upon graduation,he started a clinical practice with<strong>the</strong> Cleveland Clinic and eventuallytransferred to <strong>University</strong> Hospitals inCleveland. The director <strong>of</strong> medicaleducation at UH at <strong>the</strong> time was one Dr.John Kauffman, <strong>the</strong> future founding deanat <strong>Campbell</strong> who would one day hireKessler to help launch North Carolina’sfirst medical school in 35 years.“I didn’t know Dr. Kauffman well at <strong>the</strong>time, but I’m pretty sure we had met,”Kessler says.Kessler left UH and returned to <strong>the</strong>Cleveland Clinic Southpoint as director<strong>of</strong> medical education, and before long,Kauffman was recruiting him to join <strong>the</strong>administration at a medical school inVirginia. Kessler declined twice … <strong>the</strong>second time after bringing his family toVirginia to visit one <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> towns wherehe was up for DME at a hospital underKauffman.Kessler laughs as he recalls <strong>the</strong> story<strong>of</strong> taking his wife, mo<strong>the</strong>r and youngchildren to a local restaurant during <strong>the</strong>trip. His son preferred <strong>the</strong> Chick-fil-Anext door, so Kessler ran over <strong>the</strong>re tograb his food while his family waited andordered. When he returned, his familywas in tears.“Keep in mind, <strong>the</strong> town was strugglingeconomically … and <strong>the</strong> waitress comesup to my family and says, ‘You’re notfrom around here, are you?’” Kesslersays. “They tell her no, and <strong>the</strong> waitressresponds, ‘You don’t want to be here, youdon’t want to live here … get out whileyou can.’ Needless to say, I didn’t take<strong>the</strong> job.”Kessler and his family found no suchwarnings when Kauffman contactedhim about <strong>Campbell</strong> a few years back.His family found North Carolina to befriendly and charming, and Kessler fellin love with <strong>Campbell</strong> instantly. Themove was not only <strong>the</strong> right move forKessler’s career, but for his family as well.Ioanna, who in 2006 was named <strong>the</strong>Ohio <strong>University</strong> College <strong>of</strong> OsteopathicMedicine Family Physician <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> Year,now works with WakeMed and will be apart-time faculty member at <strong>Campbell</strong>.Their children, ages 9 and 11, areadjusting well and <strong>the</strong> family has found ahome in Fuquay-Varina that <strong>the</strong>y love.Life is good for Brian Kessler and <strong>the</strong>Kessler family. And he’s ready to get thisnew medical school going.“I want to make an impact on <strong>the</strong>sestudents and <strong>the</strong>ir careers,” he says. “Ihad great role models growing up andearly in my career. I want to be a positiverole model, too.”72 <strong>Summer</strong> <strong>2013</strong> www.campbell.edu/alumni
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No stranger toa blank slateFRANCINE ANDERSON, PhD, PT | Chair <strong>of</strong> AnatomyGraduate <strong>of</strong> Texas Woman’s <strong>University</strong>BY Haven Hottel, Photo by BENNETT SCARBOROUGHRecruiting students. Creatingcurriculum. Educating <strong>the</strong>community. Launching <strong>the</strong> firstosteopathic medical school in NorthCarolina is a daunting task. But FrancineAnderson isn’t fazed — she’s done itbefore and she knows it can be doneagain.Anderson, <strong>the</strong> new chair <strong>of</strong> Anatomyfor <strong>the</strong> <strong>Campbell</strong> <strong>University</strong> School <strong>of</strong>Osteopathic Medicine, was <strong>the</strong>re in <strong>the</strong>beginning for <strong>the</strong> start <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> EdwardVia College <strong>of</strong> Osteopathic Medicine(VCOM) in Blacksburg, Va., <strong>the</strong> firstosteopathic medical school in thatstate. “The challenges were huge interms <strong>of</strong> establishing a medical schooland perceptions <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> community andosteopathic medicine… but once we gotthrough that door and began educating<strong>the</strong> public, educating communities aboutosteopathic medicine and what <strong>the</strong>education entailed, <strong>the</strong> attitude <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong>community was like 'Oh, this is prettycool,'" she says.Born and raised in <strong>the</strong> military,Anderson studied physical <strong>the</strong>rapy atHoward <strong>University</strong>. She worked inprivate practice for some years betweenmilitary moves before returning to schoolto earn her PhD in physical <strong>the</strong>rapy fromTexas Woman’s <strong>University</strong>, becoming<strong>the</strong> first African American to graduatefrom <strong>the</strong> program. After moving with herfamily to Virginia, she joined <strong>the</strong> VCOMfaculty as <strong>the</strong> anatomy discipline leaderfor <strong>the</strong> school and later became anatomychair and eventually associate dean.“It’s one <strong>of</strong> those things that taught meto never say ‘never.’ You never knowwhere you’re going to end up as longas you keep one foot in front <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong>o<strong>the</strong>r,” says Anderson. “I don’t thinkanything happens by accident. Whenopportunities arise, I always say, ‘Well,let’s see.’”It’s that “let’s see” attitude that led her toBuies Creek. When her daughter and herhusband <strong>of</strong> Raleigh welcomed Anderson’sfirst grandchild and she learned thatfellow VCOM faculty alumnus JohnKauffman was named dean at <strong>Campbell</strong>’snew osteopathic medical school, herinterest was piqued.“It wasn’t my plan to move here. I had noidea at this age and this stage in my lifethat I would be starting again at a newschool. I had no idea,” says Anderson.“But I knew from my past experience atVCOM, that <strong>the</strong> challenges would besimilar, because I had already done it.Not that we’re not going to have bumpsalong <strong>the</strong> way. I feel like I am preparedfor that in coming here.”Anderson says she has always beenfascinated by <strong>the</strong> study <strong>of</strong> humananatomy and says osteopathic medicineis uniquely designed to fully utilize aclear knowledge <strong>of</strong> gross anatomy topromote health.“Through osteopathic manipulativemedicine, we have to know <strong>the</strong>mechanics <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> musculoskeletal systemin order to treat it, to know that this sort<strong>of</strong> treatment will increase blood flow tothis area, or this sort <strong>of</strong> treatment willimprove alignment or will improve <strong>the</strong>elasticity <strong>of</strong> t<strong>issue</strong>s,” she says.Of course, technology has also enhanced<strong>the</strong> study <strong>of</strong> anatomy by allowing <strong>the</strong>addition <strong>of</strong> cameras and visual aids topromote a clinical understanding <strong>of</strong> basicmedical knowledge.“The problem with anatomy was always<strong>the</strong> volume <strong>of</strong> information to learn. Butnow, with so many methods to deliverthat information and <strong>the</strong> fact thatwe can integrate basic anatomy withclinical anatomy like radiology, we’reable to present an integrated picture tostudents,” says Anderson. “So, as weare teaching <strong>the</strong> skeletal system, we canshow X-rays <strong>of</strong> an ailment. We’re ableto integrate <strong>the</strong> basic sciences with <strong>the</strong>clinical sciences and utilize all <strong>of</strong> ourtechnology for such a visual topic.”www.campbell.edu/magazine <strong>Campbell</strong> Magazine 75
The man behind <strong>the</strong>curriculumDr. Michael Mahalik's experience key in helping lead<strong>Campbell</strong>'s med school through its early stagesBY Cherry CraytonMichael Mahalik’s career inmedical education began with<strong>the</strong> question: Why are somechildren born with cerebral palsy ando<strong>the</strong>rs aren’t?His godson had been born with <strong>the</strong>condition, and Mahalik thought if heunderstood what caused it, he could helphis godson overcome it.“I had this altruistic idea that I was goingto heal <strong>the</strong> world,” Mahalik says.That led Mahalik to <strong>the</strong> Temple<strong>University</strong> School <strong>of</strong> Medicine to earn aPh.D. in pharmacology and to specializein teratology, <strong>the</strong> study <strong>of</strong> birth defects.As part <strong>of</strong> his research activities, hebecame <strong>the</strong> first scholar in <strong>the</strong> world t<strong>of</strong>ind that cocaine can cause birth defectsin pregnant women. He followed that upby looking at <strong>the</strong> effects <strong>of</strong> aspartame, orNutrasweet.Both <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong>se studies resulted in morethan 70 print, radio and TV interviewswith <strong>the</strong> likes <strong>of</strong> NPR, Time magazineand “60 Minutes.”But <strong>the</strong>se days, Mahalik doesn’t conductthis kind <strong>of</strong> research. Ra<strong>the</strong>r, over <strong>the</strong>past two decades, he has helped start fiveosteopathic medical schools, including<strong>the</strong> <strong>Campbell</strong> <strong>University</strong> School <strong>of</strong>Osteopathic Medicine, where he’s <strong>the</strong>senior associate dean for academic affairsand research. In this role, he’s overseeingcurriculum development and helping <strong>the</strong>school navigate through <strong>the</strong> accreditationprocess.Dr. Michael Mahalik (left) talks to Ron Maddox, dean <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> College <strong>of</strong> Pharmacy &Health Sciences, during a ceremony recognizing <strong>the</strong> first PA classes at <strong>the</strong> new healthsciences facility in May.He’s plenty familiar with <strong>the</strong>accreditation process. He sits on <strong>the</strong>Bureau <strong>of</strong> Osteopathic Education,where he has helped write <strong>the</strong> standardsfor accreditation. He’s also one <strong>of</strong> just12 people in <strong>the</strong> nation certified tobe a consultant on <strong>the</strong> medical schoolaccreditation process.Mahalik’s knowledge in <strong>the</strong> area is whyDr. John Kauffman, founding dean<strong>of</strong> <strong>Campbell</strong>’s School <strong>of</strong> OsteopathicMedicine, reached out to him during <strong>the</strong>school’s early stages <strong>of</strong> development.At <strong>the</strong> time, Mahalik was <strong>the</strong> associatedean for biomedical affairs and medicaleducation at <strong>the</strong> Edward Via College <strong>of</strong>Osteopathic Medicine’s branch campusin Spartanburg, S.C., which opened in2011. The two initially got to know eacho<strong>the</strong>r when Kauffman was a student <strong>of</strong>Mahalik’s at <strong>the</strong> Lake Erie College <strong>of</strong>Osteopathic Medicine in <strong>the</strong> mid-1990s.Mahalik liked <strong>the</strong> vision Kauffman laidout for <strong>Campbell</strong>’s medical school, anda consulting gig evolved into a full-timeposition.“I got to see how <strong>Campbell</strong> operated,and I was impressed,” Mahalik says.“They had very high standards, and wewant <strong>the</strong> same thing — to graduatestudents with empathy.”How do you develop a standardizedcurriculum that does that and alsomaximizes each student’s ability? This76 <strong>Summer</strong> <strong>2013</strong> www.campbell.edu/alumni
has been <strong>the</strong> question that Mahalik hasimmersed himself in since he moved intoadministration about 20 years ago whenhe was on <strong>the</strong> faculty at <strong>the</strong> PhiladelphiaCollege <strong>of</strong> Osteopathic Medicine.There, he found he had <strong>the</strong> personalitythat fits <strong>the</strong> skills and qualitiesadministrators need. He’s fair, inclusiveand decisive, he says. He rose in <strong>the</strong>ranks from assistant pr<strong>of</strong>essor to fullpr<strong>of</strong>essor to a dean-level position in justnine yearsIt was also at PCOM where Mahalikcame to embrace osteopathic medicine.Before PCOM, he wasn’t familiar with<strong>the</strong> pr<strong>of</strong>ession, but he discovered that itshared similarities with pharmacology.Both take a logical and holistic approachto treating patients. “Drug <strong>the</strong>rapy cando wonderful things when drugs areneeded, but a pharmacologist will tellyou to avoid drugs until <strong>the</strong>y’re needed,”he says. “Osteopathic medicine looksat <strong>the</strong> body healing itself and considersalternative ways to approach treatment,too.”Mahalik also appreciated osteopathicmedicine’s emphasis on doctors treating<strong>the</strong> whole person and relating to patients.That appreciation came in 1995 whenhe was in a serious car accident that lefthim partially paralyzed. In an 18-monthspan, he had three neurosurgeries. Aftereach one, he had to wear a neck brace forseveral months around <strong>the</strong> clock. Afterone <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> surgeries, as his neurosurgeonwas giving him directions for wearing <strong>the</strong>neck brace, Mahalik cut him <strong>of</strong>f: “Nowwait a minute. Have you ever worn aneck brace?”No, <strong>the</strong> neurosurgeon hadn’t. Mahaliksuggested he wear one for a weekend.The neurosurgeon did so and reportedback to Mahalik: “Wow. That was awful.”The neurosurgeon asked Mahalik whyhe wanted him to wear <strong>the</strong> neck brace.Mahalik’s answer <strong>the</strong>n reflects what hehopes <strong>Campbell</strong>’s medical students todaywill never forget about one <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> keys tobeing an effective doctor: “to experience,even just a little bit, what your patientsare going through.”WHAT Students can expectDr. Michael Mahalik talks about <strong>the</strong> type<strong>of</strong> students <strong>Campbell</strong>’s medical school islooking for and what <strong>the</strong>y can expect in <strong>the</strong>next four years.On accepted <strong>Campbell</strong> students:Everyone is top notch academically. Theyhave to be. We try to make sure we havepeople who, especially with first fewclasses, … who can convince me that <strong>the</strong>yhave what it takes to be part <strong>of</strong> somethingspecial. Because it’s really, really special tobe part <strong>of</strong> an inaugural class.In 20 years, when future students are alldressed up and interviewing in <strong>the</strong> medicalbuilding, photos <strong>of</strong> our first class will beon <strong>the</strong> wall. Those incoming students aregoing to respect what each <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> first classdid to start this. There will be thousands <strong>of</strong>people graduating over <strong>the</strong> decades andtens <strong>of</strong> thousands <strong>of</strong> people are going tobe helped by this. The inaugural class and<strong>the</strong> founding faculty will have each played arole in making that happen. That’s a legacy.On getting adjusted to med school:For each student, it’s going to be a littledifferent. But all students have two thingsin common. All will be excited when <strong>the</strong>ystart, but that will fade at different timesfor some. Each student at each medicalschool in <strong>the</strong> country will have to deal withone or more transition <strong>issue</strong>s.If someone is coming from Utah, forexample, well, North Carolina is not Utah. If<strong>the</strong>y are coming from a big city and living inBuies Creek, that’s something to consider.The way <strong>the</strong>y studied as an undergrad maynot work as well in med school — <strong>the</strong>se areall students who got A’s in everything, and<strong>the</strong>y are not used to failing. But <strong>the</strong>y willbe sitting around o<strong>the</strong>rs who got all A’s aswell, and <strong>the</strong> bar will be really high, as willour expectations <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong>m. I like to tell <strong>the</strong>mwhen <strong>the</strong>y interview, “You don’t know howgood you can be unless we challenge you.”That’s a big thing to me. And when <strong>the</strong>yget challenged, <strong>the</strong>y rise to <strong>the</strong> occasionand <strong>the</strong> light bulb comes on for almosteverybody.On <strong>the</strong> academic experience: Studentswill be very busy. They will have a lot <strong>of</strong>homework and o<strong>the</strong>r activities. My goal isfor <strong>the</strong> faculty to help students learn howto learn. Because if you think about it, it’sstill only a four-year curriculum. That’s <strong>the</strong>same amount <strong>of</strong> time as it was back in <strong>the</strong>1940s, but <strong>the</strong>re is so much more to knowtoday.How can <strong>the</strong>y possibly cope and gothrough all <strong>of</strong> that? Well, physicians don’thave a faculty member <strong>the</strong>y can go talkto for answers once <strong>the</strong>y’re out <strong>of</strong> school.They have to learn <strong>the</strong> skills to solveproblems, so <strong>the</strong> sooner we get <strong>the</strong>m tothink on <strong>the</strong>ir own and figure it out, <strong>the</strong>n<strong>the</strong>y’ve truly learned how to learn, and <strong>the</strong>ybecome self-sufficient.On <strong>the</strong> curriculum: We obviously have all<strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> necessary courses, but I tell studentswhen I interview <strong>the</strong>m, <strong>the</strong>re is no HolisticMedicine 101. Pieces <strong>of</strong> it are brought into<strong>the</strong> lectures; however, <strong>the</strong>y’ll learn most <strong>of</strong>it when <strong>the</strong>y interact with <strong>the</strong> physicians,especially <strong>the</strong> osteopathic physicians. I’mvery confident that our curriculum coverseverything <strong>the</strong> students need to know tograduate and be effective physicians. Ofcourse, when <strong>the</strong>y do <strong>the</strong>ir residency, that’sreally when <strong>the</strong>y will become a top-notchdoctor. But to get to that point, everythingbuilds on each o<strong>the</strong>r.On clinical skills: For clinical skills, <strong>the</strong>ywill interact with a ”pretend” patient actingout a disease. They are going to start tolearn how to talk to <strong>the</strong>ir patients, not talkat <strong>the</strong>ir patients. They’ll learn to talk so <strong>the</strong>patient will share with <strong>the</strong>m what <strong>the</strong>y needto know to make <strong>the</strong> proper diagnosis andidentify a proper treatment. They’ll build arapport so <strong>the</strong> patient will listen to <strong>the</strong>m.On keeping students engaged: In <strong>the</strong> firsttwo years, we have a lot <strong>of</strong> foundationalmaterial. You have to have <strong>the</strong> buildingblocks to start with. But we are alsobringing in pr<strong>of</strong>essional core competenciesand some foundations <strong>of</strong> medical practice.While <strong>the</strong>y’re learning <strong>the</strong> foundations, wehave all <strong>the</strong>se o<strong>the</strong>r learning approachesgoing on, including outreach. It’s not justclassroom time.We want <strong>the</strong>m in <strong>the</strong> lab and doing earlyclinical experiences and o<strong>the</strong>r types <strong>of</strong>things to keep <strong>the</strong>m engaged. They arecoming here to be physicians, so we wantto keep it interactive. 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FIRST INHABITANTSPhysician assistant students <strong>the</strong> first totake advantage <strong>of</strong> new state-<strong>of</strong>-<strong>the</strong>-art facilityBY billy liggett, photoS by bill parishThe giant, red-bricked96,500-square-foot medicalschool facility looming alongU.S. 421 near Lillington welcomed<strong>Campbell</strong> <strong>University</strong>’s first class <strong>of</strong>osteopathic medical school students inearly August.But those students weren’t <strong>the</strong> firstto enjoy <strong>the</strong> facility’s state-<strong>of</strong>-<strong>the</strong>-art<strong>of</strong>ferings.Since May, <strong>Campbell</strong>’s physician assistantstudents have been breaking in <strong>the</strong>equipment and warming <strong>the</strong> seats at <strong>the</strong>Leon Levine Hall <strong>of</strong> Medical Sciences,which features high-tech labs, a floordesigned to look and feel like a hospitaland an impressive fourth-floor anatomylab.The building — located less than half amile from <strong>Campbell</strong>’s main campus inBuies Creek — definitely sticks out ona stretch <strong>of</strong> highway in central HarnettCounty that o<strong>the</strong>rwise features mostlyuntouched farmland, trees and <strong>the</strong>occasional home or small business. Forstudents like Stephen Pacini, a first-yearPA student from Colorado, it’s a giant,untouched medical wonderland justwaiting to be explored.“Before this, we were in 40-capacityclassrooms [in <strong>Campbell</strong>’s Carrie RichHall, located on <strong>the</strong> main campus]with 40 total students, so it was a littletight,” said Pacini. “We had to travel toWakeMed in Raleigh to work in an ICUsetting or to be in <strong>the</strong> SIM labs. But nowwe have it all here. We’re happy aboutthat.”He and his classmates have likened <strong>the</strong>new facility to a teaching hospital.And while <strong>the</strong> School <strong>of</strong> OsteopathicMedicine — which will welcome a class<strong>of</strong> 162 students in less than a month —is brand new, <strong>Campbell</strong>’s PA program isfairly new as well. The program launchedin August 2011 with a class <strong>of</strong> 34students, all <strong>of</strong> whom made it to <strong>the</strong> Year2 rotation phase, when <strong>the</strong>y work outside<strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> classroom in hospitals and clinicsthroughout <strong>the</strong> region. This second classwill finish out <strong>the</strong>ir classroom work in<strong>the</strong> new facility this summer, <strong>the</strong>n begin<strong>the</strong>ir rotations this fall, just in time for<strong>Campbell</strong> to welcome its third class <strong>of</strong>PA students.The PA program is a 27-monthadventure, and <strong>Campbell</strong>’s first class isdue to graduate this December.With <strong>the</strong> PA students and its first class <strong>of</strong>medical school students, approximately200 future physicians and physicianassistants will call <strong>the</strong> new learningfacility “home” this fall. That numberwill jump to about 350 in 2014 when<strong>the</strong> second class <strong>of</strong> med school studentsclimb aboard.<strong>Campbell</strong>’s goal — with an alreadyestablished pharmacy school and newphysical <strong>the</strong>rapy and nursing programspossibly on <strong>the</strong> horizon — is for <strong>the</strong>Levine Hall <strong>of</strong> Medical Sciences tobecome a mecca for interpr<strong>of</strong>essionalmedicine, where students from differentprograms will work toge<strong>the</strong>r toward acommon goal <strong>of</strong> reaching <strong>the</strong> medicallyunderserved statewide and beyond.“It’s very important that we worktoge<strong>the</strong>r as a team,” said College <strong>of</strong>Pharmacy & Health Sciences Dean andVice President <strong>of</strong> Health Programs Dr.Ronald Maddox. “Really, that’s what thisbuilding and <strong>the</strong>se programs are all about— helping people. One <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> things[<strong>Campbell</strong> President] Dr. [Jerry] Wallaceand I talked about continuously duringthis process is how <strong>Campbell</strong> can fulfillits mission <strong>of</strong> helping o<strong>the</strong>rs. There’s ahuge number <strong>of</strong> people out <strong>the</strong>re whoneed our care.”78 <strong>Summer</strong> <strong>2013</strong> www.campbell.edu/alumni
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The First NurseMarie Mason served <strong>Campbell</strong> (and her country) as a nurse in <strong>the</strong> ’40s, andshe’s giving again with a scholarship for <strong>the</strong> new school <strong>of</strong> medicineBY Billy LiggettMarie Mason (’41) was 23 yearsold and already a registerednurse when she enrolled at<strong>Campbell</strong> College to start pursuing adegree in <strong>the</strong> liberal arts.Her new school asked quite a lot <strong>of</strong> her.Until that time, “nursing” responsibilitiesfell on <strong>the</strong> dean <strong>of</strong> men and women at<strong>Campbell</strong>, and because <strong>of</strong> her experience,Mason was asked to work part time as anurse, working from dorm rooms (witha desk and no beds) in <strong>the</strong> men’s andwomen’s halls. During her third year, shebecame not only <strong>Campbell</strong>’s first-everfull-time nurse, but she also was director<strong>of</strong> physical education and coach <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong>school’s women’s basketball team.Unlike her job as nurse, she wasn’tchosen to coach because <strong>of</strong> experience.“I was tall, and when I played, <strong>the</strong> girl Iguarded never scored,” Mason says with alaugh. “Needless to say, I got a lot <strong>of</strong> helpfrom <strong>the</strong> boys' coach.”Mason would go on to serve her countryas a nurse overseas during World War II,become director <strong>of</strong> nursing programs at<strong>the</strong> <strong>University</strong> <strong>of</strong> Kentucky and becomedean <strong>of</strong> students at Meredith College inRaleigh.Despite her affiliation with o<strong>the</strong>r schoolsand decades <strong>of</strong> service as a teacher atMeredith, Mason — who turned 97 thisJuly — hasn’t forgotten about <strong>the</strong> schoolthat asked so much <strong>of</strong> her, and in turn,gave so much back. This year, Mason hasprovided one <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> first scholarships to<strong>the</strong> new <strong>Campbell</strong> <strong>University</strong> School <strong>of</strong>Osteopathic Medicine; and if <strong>Campbell</strong>’sefforts to launch a nursing program in2014 are successful, that scholarship willeventually help nursing students.“The way <strong>Campbell</strong> was <strong>the</strong>n is <strong>the</strong> wayit still is now,” says Mason. “When I wasSome <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> Germanpatients were elite<strong>of</strong>ficers in <strong>the</strong> Germanarmy, and Masonsays many refusedto acknowledge herranking as an <strong>of</strong>ficer.a student, <strong>the</strong> people <strong>the</strong>re cared for us.Our teachers were on small salaries, and Iguess <strong>the</strong> school still felt <strong>the</strong> effects <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong>Great Depression. The president [Leslie<strong>Campbell</strong>] would hire boys to dig a holein his backyard just so <strong>the</strong>y’d have somemoney. Then he’d hire ano<strong>the</strong>r group <strong>of</strong>boys to come and fill <strong>the</strong> hole up. Someeven stayed at his home. We were poor,but I guess we were poor toge<strong>the</strong>r.”And <strong>the</strong> nursing job? Mason says thatwas set up so she could pay her tuition.A LIFE OF SERVICEMason remained as a nurse at <strong>Campbell</strong>after graduation through 1942 beforeworking <strong>the</strong> night shift at Rex Hospitalin Raleigh. In 1943, <strong>the</strong> start <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> U.S.involvement <strong>of</strong> World War II, her bro<strong>the</strong>rswere going overseas to fight in Europe.“My youngest bro<strong>the</strong>r was in Englandpiloting B-29s and dropping bombs overBerlin,” Mason recalls. “He’s <strong>the</strong> reason Iwent. I remember thinking, ‘If he’s hurt, Ihope somebody takes care <strong>of</strong> him.’ ThenI asked myself, ‘Why can’t you be <strong>the</strong> onetaking care <strong>of</strong> him?’”Mason was commissioned as a secondlieutenant in <strong>the</strong> U.S. Army that year, andby 1945, she was working overseas for ahospital that cared for Allied soldiers aswell as German prisoners <strong>of</strong> war. Some <strong>of</strong><strong>the</strong> German patients were elite <strong>of</strong>ficers in<strong>the</strong> German army, and Mason says manyrefused to acknowledge her ranking.“Oh, <strong>the</strong>y didn’t like that one bit,” Masonsays with a laugh. “They were prisonersand <strong>the</strong>y had to walk a straight line, so <strong>the</strong>ydidn’t say much. But <strong>the</strong>ir body languageand attitudes let us know <strong>the</strong>y didn’tappreciate it at all.”Mason returned home in 1946 and enrolledat Meredith College to study psychology.She found it difficult to concentrate earlyon, as she says it was difficult to adjust tocivilian life. Bit by bit, she says, she relearnedto concentrate and earned her degree (shewould earn her PhD from <strong>the</strong> <strong>University</strong> <strong>of</strong>Kentucky nearly 20 years later).Building a Legacy at <strong>Campbell</strong>Creating a named scholarship at <strong>Campbell</strong> <strong>University</strong> provides permanent sourcescholarship support for deserving students. An endowed scholarship can be created for$25,000, which can be funded over a multi-year period and directed toward any academicprogram. Contact <strong>Campbell</strong>'s Department <strong>of</strong> Advancement for more information:(910) 893-1215 or cratchs@campbell.edu.After leading <strong>the</strong> nursing program atKentucky for several years, she was askedto return to Meredith as dean <strong>of</strong> students.She initially turned down <strong>the</strong> <strong>of</strong>fer, becauseit didn’t include <strong>the</strong> chance to teach, butMeredith’s president — Carlyle <strong>Campbell</strong>,www.campbell.edu/magazine <strong>Campbell</strong> Magazine 81
I was <strong>the</strong>re when ...<strong>Campbell</strong> alumni, students share <strong>the</strong>ir memories <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> biggestcampus stories over <strong>the</strong> yearsThe first day <strong>of</strong> classes on Aug. 5, <strong>2013</strong>, for <strong>the</strong> <strong>Campbell</strong> <strong>University</strong> School <strong>of</strong> OsteopathicMedicine marked one <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> biggest moments in <strong>the</strong> university’s 126-year history. As <strong>the</strong>historical day approached, <strong>Campbell</strong> Magazine asked <strong>the</strong> university’s followers on Facebookand Twitter to identify some <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> biggest news stories on campus during <strong>the</strong>ir time at<strong>Campbell</strong>. Here are some <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong>ir responses, which have been edited for clarity and length.Tim Prentice ’04 My freshmanyear <strong>the</strong> women's basketball teamwon <strong>the</strong> TAAC tournament. It was inAlabama, so <strong>the</strong>re weren't many fans,but <strong>the</strong> pep band and cheerleadersrushed <strong>the</strong> court! A week later wedrove to Durham and played Dukein Cameron for <strong>the</strong> first round <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong>NCAA Tournament. We lost, but it wasa neat experience being <strong>the</strong>re andbeing a part <strong>of</strong> it all.Matt Pittman ’91 Just before Istarted <strong>the</strong> Fine Arts Building openedand we had a women's All Americanbasketball player.Nolan Perry ’13 Move <strong>of</strong> <strong>Campbell</strong>Law to downtown Raleigh!Joe Sou<strong>the</strong>rn ’95 The Men'sBasketball team making <strong>the</strong> NCAAtournament and playing Duke in <strong>the</strong>first round...fond memories!Susan Holmes Jackson ’89The Taylor Botts Rogers Fine ArtsBuilding was new in 1985. The MusicAppreciation students had to listen tome sing during voice lessons by SusanHorton's open <strong>of</strong>fice window.John M. Wells ’81 Soap suds in<strong>the</strong> fountain by Marshbanks, orangeaids, graveyard at midnight, <strong>the</strong> actualcreek that trickled through town, 18inches <strong>of</strong> snow that shut <strong>Campbell</strong>down, and so much more!Connie Odham Crocker ’75 WhenI attended, <strong>Campbell</strong> was still a college.During my senior year, <strong>the</strong>y wereplanning to add a master’s level degreein business and become a university.This did not sit well with me at <strong>the</strong> timeas I thought <strong>the</strong>y should expand andimprove <strong>the</strong> education and fine artsdepartments. Most <strong>of</strong> my college friendswere going to be teachers or were inmusic. Who knew that <strong>Campbell</strong> wouldgrow to where it is now?Kay Abbott Bissette ’79 I graduatedwith a B.A. <strong>the</strong> same year <strong>the</strong> law schoolgraduated its first class; a few weekslater, we became <strong>Campbell</strong> UNIVERSITY.Also, in 1977, <strong>the</strong> men’s basketball teamlost in <strong>the</strong> title round to Texas Sou<strong>the</strong>rnfor <strong>the</strong> NAIA men’s Division I basketballtournament held in March 1977 atKemper Arena in Kansas City, Mo.Becky Wroten ’84 <strong>Campbell</strong>achieved its university status. AlsoFine Arts Building was constructed; myhusband who was also a student didsome <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> brickwork, particularly <strong>the</strong>arches in <strong>the</strong> front. Now, our 20-yearolddaughter will graduate in 2014 withdegree in art and graphic design.Dustin S. Maybin ’17 PharmDMedical school, police stand<strong>of</strong>f, [men’sbasketball player] Eric Griffin, nightfootball games, new dorm, 125thanniversary, <strong>Campbell</strong> Proud campaign.April Paszkiewicz ’09 MEDMedical school; Camel baseball teamowning <strong>2013</strong> season; Law moves toRaleigh; Physician Assistant programstarts; construction everywhere;roundabouts; ACBSP accreditation for[Lundy-Fetterman School <strong>of</strong> Business],125th anniversary galaLeBrone Hale ’10, ’13 JD Hmm.After 7 years here, I don’t think I cancompile all <strong>of</strong> <strong>Campbell</strong>’s awesomestories I’ve seen into 140 characters.Jon G<strong>of</strong>orth ’13 125thanniversary, Mike Minter namedfootball coach, CU Baseball <strong>2013</strong>, nomore stoplight, Switchfoot, HealthcareMgmt, bronze camel, football under <strong>the</strong>lights, new intramural fields, <strong>Campbell</strong>Proud! Graduation <strong>2013</strong>Julia Yiznitsky ’12 The addition <strong>of</strong><strong>the</strong> Convocation Center, Butler Chapeland bronze camel; and <strong>the</strong> 125thanniversary.Marie Mason meets with her friendJerry Wood at her home in Raleigh.bro<strong>the</strong>r <strong>of</strong> <strong>Campbell</strong> Dean Leslie <strong>Campbell</strong>and son <strong>of</strong> <strong>Campbell</strong> founder J.A. <strong>Campbell</strong>— gave in a year later and included teachingas part <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> package.Mason calls dean <strong>of</strong> students “<strong>the</strong> worst jobI ever had.”“Everybody in Raleigh brought <strong>the</strong>irproblems to my <strong>of</strong>fice,” she says, rollingher eyes as if it all happened yesterday.“The faculty, <strong>the</strong> teachers, <strong>the</strong> parents,<strong>the</strong> presidents, <strong>the</strong> students … everybodywanted me to solve <strong>the</strong>ir problems. Ahistory teacher, for example, came to meonce to complain that one <strong>of</strong> her studentswore clothing that exposed her navel. I hadto tell her that was something she’d have totake care <strong>of</strong>.”The president called her one winter day tocome in and tell students <strong>the</strong>y couldn’t walkon <strong>the</strong> frozen lake, for safety reasons. Andwhen <strong>the</strong> rowdy boys from North CarolinaState invaded campus for “panty raids” at2 a.m., it was Mason who received <strong>the</strong> firstcalls.“The president didn’t want <strong>the</strong> boys arrested,but <strong>the</strong> police didn’t want any part if <strong>the</strong>ycouldn’t arrest <strong>the</strong> boys,” Mason recalls,laughing. “So what do I do? See what Imean? I could give you several more stories.”Eventually, Mason was able to shed <strong>the</strong> deanjob and continue doing what she loved —teach psychology, a job she held for decadesbefore her retirement.Today, at 97, Mason lives at home inRaleigh and is still very much involved inher church as a volunteer, despite a recenthip surgery. She credits her good health andlongevity to good genes (she has one bro<strong>the</strong>rwho is 102, and <strong>of</strong> her and her six siblings,all lived into <strong>the</strong>ir 80s, and four made it to<strong>the</strong>ir 90s), eating healthy and working hard.82 <strong>Summer</strong> <strong>2013</strong> www.campbell.edu/alumni
campbell.edu/CUSOMWE’VE ONLY SCRATCHED THE SURFACE ...learn more aboutNorth Carolina’sfirst new medicalschool in 35 yearsonline today!APPLYING ISQUICK AND EASYSTAY UP TO DATEON CUSOM NEWSFACULTY &STAFF LISTINGSTUITION ANDFINANCIAL AIDAfter reviewing our school’sadmissions and requirementinformation, you’ll be linkedto <strong>the</strong> American Association<strong>of</strong> Colleges <strong>of</strong> OsteopathicMedicine online applicationto complete your process.Regular visitors to<strong>the</strong> website can staycurrent on newsregarding CUSOM andhealth education in N.C.through our regularlyupdated news feedA complete listing <strong>of</strong>faculty and staff can bereviewed under <strong>the</strong>website’s About Ussection. Each listingincludes a photo,contact information andbrief biography.Learn more about <strong>the</strong>costs and financial aidoptions for <strong>Campbell</strong><strong>University</strong>’s four-yearDoctor <strong>of</strong> OsteopathicMedicine programwww.campbell.edu/magazine <strong>Campbell</strong> Magazine 83
Q: What are <strong>the</strong> practices like?Orr: I work with him about twice a month.It’s ei<strong>the</strong>r I go down to Orlando or it’s outon <strong>the</strong> PGA tour at an event he’ll have mecome to. He has been here to Buies Creek.He flew in to Buies Creek just before <strong>the</strong>tour championship last fall.We work on his putting, chipping,pitching, bunker play — all his shortgame, which is what I do. On <strong>the</strong> Monday,Tuesday and Wednesday prior to <strong>the</strong> U.S.Open, I was up <strong>the</strong>re [in Ardmore, Penn.]helping him prepare and map <strong>the</strong> courseJustin Rose won his first major championshipin June after besting <strong>the</strong> field in <strong>the</strong> <strong>2013</strong> U.S.Open. | Photo from justinrose.com[at <strong>the</strong> Merion Golf Club]. I was <strong>the</strong>re onTuesday and Wednesday <strong>the</strong> week <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong>tournament.Q: How do you think you’ve helped Justinimprove?Orr: We’ve improved his touch, his greenreading, his stroke. And it has really beena team thing: his caddy, Mark Fulcher; hisfull-time coach, Sean Foley; and his mentalcoach, Dr. Gio Valiante. It’s a team effort.Q: What have you learned from Justin thatyou’re able to apply at <strong>Campbell</strong> as youwork with <strong>the</strong> students in its PGA GolfManagement program?Orr: Just learning how to coach at a worldclasslevel. He’s <strong>the</strong> No. 3-ranked player in<strong>the</strong> world, and I get to be out <strong>the</strong>re withhim and around o<strong>the</strong>r top players during<strong>the</strong> practice round. Just seeing what <strong>the</strong>best players do and bringing that back andteaching <strong>the</strong> kids at <strong>Campbell</strong> has beenhelpful.Q: What are <strong>the</strong> similarities anddifferences between working with playerslike Justin Rose and working with<strong>Campbell</strong> students?Orr: Here it’s more <strong>of</strong> a teachingenvironment. Out <strong>the</strong>re, that’s competitionon a world stage, and it’s about coaching.Teaching is basically transferringinformation, and coaching is more aboutgetting somebody to improve performance.Q: Why do you think you’ve been sosuccessful as a coach?Orr: That’s a hard one. I provide worldclassinformation and coaching. A lot<strong>of</strong> what I teach is based on <strong>the</strong> puttingresearch I’ve done here at <strong>Campbell</strong>. AndI’ve had good mentors along <strong>the</strong> way, andthat’s key to anybody’s developments: Tohave good mentors surround you.Q: Who have been some <strong>of</strong> your mentors?Orr: Sean Foley, Andy Plummer, MackO’Grady, Michael Bennett. And a lot <strong>of</strong> mycolleagues are <strong>the</strong> best in <strong>the</strong> world.Q: How did you end up at <strong>Campbell</strong>?Orr: I was <strong>the</strong> head <strong>of</strong> instruction at PineNeedles Golf Resort in Sou<strong>the</strong>rn Pines,and I came here when Ken Jones [director<strong>of</strong> <strong>Campbell</strong>’s PGA Golf Managementprogram] <strong>of</strong>fered me <strong>the</strong> opportunity tocontinue my own education at <strong>Campbell</strong>and finish up my PGA requirements. Thatwas nine years ago, and I haven’t left.Q: Why have you stayed at <strong>Campbell</strong>?Orr: I love Buies Creek and <strong>Campbell</strong><strong>University</strong> and <strong>the</strong> kids. There's a greatfacility here, too. What’s unique is thatpeople all over <strong>the</strong> country come here totake golf instruction. That’s pretty neat. If<strong>the</strong>y’re coming here to me, <strong>the</strong>re’s no reasonfor me to leave, at least at this point.David OrrDirector <strong>of</strong> Instruction,<strong>Campbell</strong> <strong>University</strong> PGAGolf Management programBORN: June 19, 1968,in Watertown, N.Y.EDUCATION: Attended and played golfat Bridgewater College in Virginia from1987-1989. Graduated with a degree inpolitical science from <strong>the</strong> State <strong>University</strong><strong>of</strong> New York at Oswego in 1991. Receivedmasters degree in business administrationfrom <strong>Campbell</strong> <strong>University</strong>BIO: Orr has had a passion for <strong>the</strong>game <strong>of</strong> golf since <strong>the</strong> age <strong>of</strong> 8. As ayoungster, he would ride his bike withhis golf clubs on his back to <strong>the</strong> localgolf course to pursue <strong>the</strong> game he fell inlove with. Inspired by a former TouringPr<strong>of</strong>essional, named Jim Rusher, hedeveloped his game and won several localtournaments as a teen.He went on to play collegiate golf atBridgewater College where he receivednumerous awards. Turning pr<strong>of</strong>essionalhis senior year, David competed in severalevents on <strong>the</strong> various mini-tours around<strong>the</strong> country including <strong>the</strong> T.C. JordanTour, <strong>the</strong> Powerbilt Tour and <strong>the</strong> BenHogan Tour.He moved to North Carolina in 1991and started his career as a teachingpr<strong>of</strong>essional. He worked at CheviotHills for four years, before becoming <strong>the</strong>teaching pr<strong>of</strong>essional at North RidgeCountry Club in Raleigh.Teaching <strong>the</strong> membership and public atboth facilities, he made <strong>the</strong> move to PineNeedles in Sou<strong>the</strong>rn Pines in 2000. There,he instructed golfers <strong>of</strong> all levels, rangingfrom beginners to those who compete at<strong>the</strong> highest level on <strong>the</strong> PGA Tour.Currently, he is <strong>the</strong> director <strong>of</strong> instructionfor <strong>Campbell</strong> <strong>University</strong> PGA GolfManagement Program. Serving as both amentor and faculty/staff to more than 150future PGA members and apprentices,he has been regarded by his fellowpr<strong>of</strong>essionals as possessing a plethora <strong>of</strong>knowledge in understanding <strong>the</strong> variousmethods and techniques utilized in golfinstruction.www.campbell.edu/magazine <strong>Campbell</strong> Magazine 85
Q&AA few months into his new gig as headmen's basketball coach at <strong>Campbell</strong><strong>University</strong>, Kevin McGeehan took <strong>the</strong>time to discuss <strong>the</strong> outlook for his team.Describe your firstfew months as coachMcGeehan: It's been great. I like <strong>the</strong> group<strong>of</strong> guys we have. They are good kids andhave been very responsive to coaching.Our guys have been working hard, and<strong>the</strong>y're learning a lot. We've taught a lotand <strong>the</strong>y've retained a lot in five weeks.To <strong>the</strong>ir credit, it's a substantial amount<strong>of</strong> information to process. Everyone in<strong>the</strong> community, administration and oncampus has been so supportive.How do you developteam unity?McGeehan: When we brought inrecruits for <strong>of</strong>ficial visits, we heldcookouts and played whiffle ball. Wewant our recruits and players to feel <strong>the</strong>vibe <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> group and have <strong>the</strong>m wantto be a part <strong>of</strong> it. We want to fosteran environment <strong>of</strong> people wanting tobe toge<strong>the</strong>r. You can do that throughordinary experiences like playinghorseshoes or cooking out.What is yourrecruitment process?McGeehan: We'll place a premium onskill-level and athleticism. In a perfectworld, you'd like to balance your rosterwith recruits who can learn from <strong>the</strong>returning players. We've talked withprospects about <strong>the</strong> fact that it's anexciting time to be a <strong>Campbell</strong>, being on<strong>the</strong> ground floor with a new coach andbeing a cornerstone piece in <strong>the</strong> program.Can you talk about<strong>the</strong> <strong>2013</strong>-14 schedule?McGeehan: The schedule we inheritedis very challenging with games atCincinnati, N.C. State, AppalachianState, Robert Morris and UNCWilmington. We'll have ECU andNorth Carolina Central at home andhave been able to add a home-andhomeseries with Georgia Sou<strong>the</strong>rn.The schedule will be challenging withsome winnable games in <strong>the</strong>re as well.The Perfect FitFormer assistant for Richmond looks toturn around <strong>Campbell</strong>’s basketball programFor <strong>the</strong> last eight years, Kevin McGeehanhas been <strong>the</strong> right-hand man forRichmond <strong>University</strong> head coach ChrisMooney, helping guide <strong>the</strong> Spiders to twoNCAA tournaments and one appearance in<strong>the</strong> Sweet 16.Mooney was in town on April 11 to supportMcGeehan — his friend and colleague — ashe took <strong>the</strong> next big step in his coaching career,head men’s basketball coach at <strong>Campbell</strong><strong>University</strong>.“I am excited and honored to take this programto <strong>the</strong> next level,” McGeehan said beforea packed crowd <strong>of</strong> supporters, <strong>Campbell</strong>administration and faculty and players in <strong>the</strong>lobby <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> John W. Pope Jr. ConvocationCenter. “This is going to be an exciting place towatch basketball. And we’re going to do someincredible things here.”Prior to <strong>the</strong> 2008-09 campaign at Richmond,McGeehan was promoted from assistant coachto associate head coach. Among <strong>the</strong> highlightsfor <strong>the</strong> Richmond program during McGeehan’stime on staff was consecutive NCAAtournament berths, including a trip to <strong>the</strong> 2011NCAA Sweet 16. The Spiders were rankedin <strong>the</strong> national top-25 polls in 2010 and set aschool record with 29 victories one year laterwhen <strong>the</strong>y won <strong>the</strong> Atlantic-10 Conferencechampionship.McGeehan assumes control over a programthat has called <strong>the</strong> 3,095-seat Gore Arena inside<strong>the</strong> Pope Convocation Center home sinceNovember 2008. Over <strong>the</strong> last five years, <strong>the</strong>Camels have amassed a 48-24 (.667) record athome.“As you move through your career, you lookfor opportunities that fit. I felt like I was readyto move on, and <strong>Campbell</strong> <strong>University</strong> was <strong>the</strong>perfect fit for me,” McGeehan said. “I couldn’tthink <strong>of</strong> ano<strong>the</strong>r school that was a more perfectfit.”He said he did his research on <strong>the</strong> program and<strong>the</strong> school prior to interviewing for <strong>the</strong> position,and he instantly viewed <strong>Campbell</strong> as a schooland program on <strong>the</strong> rise. After his first meetingwith Athletic Director Bob Roller, McGeehansaid he was hooked.“[My wife] Melissa and I have beenoverwhelmed with <strong>the</strong> kindness <strong>of</strong> every personwe have met and are excited to add our familyto this <strong>Campbell</strong> family,” he said. “I feel like wehave a formula for success right here.”Photo by Bennett Scarborough86 <strong>Summer</strong> <strong>2013</strong> www.campbell.edu/alumni
Camels in <strong>the</strong> ProsRecord season leads to three Camels earning a spot on minor league rosters in <strong>2013</strong>Success breeds success. And while aschool-record 49 wins and a Big SouthNorth Division title weren’t enough togarner a berth in <strong>the</strong> NCAA Tournament in<strong>2013</strong>, <strong>Campbell</strong>’s big season (coupled with 41wins <strong>the</strong> previous year) did mean a closer lookfrom major league scouts across <strong>the</strong> country.This summer, four former Camels are playingaffiliated pr<strong>of</strong>essional baseball. Pitcher MattMarksberry and outfielder Ben McQuownwere drafted by <strong>the</strong> Atlanta Braves andOakland Athletics respectively this spring,while Ryan Mattes signed a free agent contractwith <strong>the</strong> Kansas City Royals and has begunpitching for <strong>the</strong> team’s Burlington affiliate.The trio joins 2011 draft choice, pitcher JakeSmith, representing <strong>Campbell</strong> <strong>University</strong> at<strong>the</strong> pr<strong>of</strong>essional level.<strong>Campbell</strong> finished <strong>2013</strong> with a 49-10 record,winning <strong>the</strong> North Division and finishing as<strong>the</strong> runner-up in <strong>the</strong> Big South Tournament.A school record nine Camels were named All-Big South, including Ryan Thompson as <strong>the</strong>conference's Pitcher <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> Year and Greg G<strong>of</strong>fas <strong>the</strong> Coach <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> Year.Photos by Bennett ScarboroughBen McQuown, outfieldAZL Athletics(Oakland Athletics)Through 11 games in <strong>the</strong> minor leagues,McQuown was batting .333 for <strong>the</strong> AZLAthletics, registering three doubles and atriple to go along with eight runs scored andfive RBI. The Waianae, Hawaii, native waspicked in <strong>the</strong> 30th round by Oakland. NamedAll-American by both Baseball America and<strong>the</strong> NCBWA in <strong>2013</strong>, as well as First TeamAll-Big South, McQuown led all <strong>of</strong> NCAADivision I with 54 stolen bases for <strong>the</strong> Camels,and batted .329 with 65 runs scored, 30 RBIand four home runs.Ryan Mattes, pitcherBurlington Royals(Kansas City Royals)Through three appearances with <strong>the</strong>Burlington Royals, Mattes posted a 1.80 ERAwith no record, pitching 5 innings with ninestrikeouts and no walks. He allowed just oneearned run in those appearances, holdingopponents to a .118 batting average. Hesigned a free agent contract with <strong>the</strong> Royalsin June. Mattes was named First Team All-BigSouth as a starting pitcher in <strong>2013</strong>, settingschool records for walks per nine innings(1.5) and <strong>the</strong> lowest 100-plus inning ERA in<strong>Campbell</strong> history with a 1.94 clip, rankingthird overall in school history.Matt Marksberry, pitcherDanville Braves(Atlanta Braves)The Atlanta Braves 15th round pick in<strong>the</strong> <strong>2013</strong> MLB Draft picked up his firstpr<strong>of</strong>essional win on July 10, in a reliefappearance for Danville against Kingsport.The Batavia, Ohio, native went 8-2 on <strong>the</strong>mound in <strong>2013</strong> for <strong>the</strong> Camels with a 4.90ERA, striking out 73 in 68 innings <strong>of</strong> work.The lefthander's eight wins is tied for sixthin single-season school history, and his 9.7strikeouts per nine clip in <strong>2013</strong> stands secondall-time.www.campbell.edu/magazine <strong>Campbell</strong> Magazine 87
Men’s SportsPhoto by Bennett ScarboroughFootballFootball to play atAppalachian St. in 2014The <strong>2013</strong> season has yet to kick<strong>of</strong>f, but<strong>the</strong>re’s already excitement brewing about <strong>the</strong>2014 season.<strong>Campbell</strong> <strong>University</strong> will travel to Booneto take on Appalachian State in football onSept. 6, 2014, at Kidd Brewer Stadium, oneweek after ASU makes its FBS debut at <strong>the</strong><strong>University</strong> <strong>of</strong> Michigan."Playing at Appalachian State will be a greatchallenge for our team, competing againstour program's first FBS opponent," saidnew <strong>Campbell</strong> head coach Mike Minter."Appalachian State is a great program with agreat tradition <strong>of</strong> success. This is ano<strong>the</strong>r stepfor our program as it continues to advanceand grow."The meeting between <strong>Campbell</strong> and ASUwill be <strong>the</strong> first in <strong>the</strong> Camels' modern era <strong>of</strong>football, with one previous meeting on recordfrom 1931. <strong>Campbell</strong> relaunched its footballprogram in 2008.The Camels will also take on Charlotte andCharleston Sou<strong>the</strong>rn in 2014, opening <strong>the</strong>season against <strong>the</strong> 49ers on a Saturday night,Aug. 31 at Barker-Lane Stadium. <strong>Campbell</strong>will play at CSU, marking <strong>the</strong> thirdscholarship program on <strong>the</strong> Camels' 2014non-conference schedule.SoccerHome games against Heels,Wolfpack highlight <strong>2013</strong> slateHome dates with North Carolina State and<strong>the</strong> <strong>University</strong> <strong>of</strong> North Carolina-ChapelHill and five opponents that advanced to lastyear's NCAA College Cup highlight <strong>the</strong> <strong>2013</strong><strong>Campbell</strong> <strong>University</strong> men's soccer schedule.Coming <strong>of</strong>f 12-5-2 campaign in 2012 anda final South Atlantic Region ranking,<strong>Campbell</strong> will face 10 Big South Conferenceopponents, two <strong>of</strong> which advanced to NCAApostseason competition.“With every given year, challenges come toevery program," said Steve Armas, who isentering his fourth year as head coach. “Inorder to prepare for Big South conferenceplay and to position our team for success at<strong>the</strong> end <strong>of</strong> year, scheduling becomes ever soimportant. Our goal every year is to createa schedule that will challenge our playersand help us improve throughout <strong>the</strong> season.Playing a difficult schedule allows us <strong>the</strong>opportunity to test our boundaries andmeasure where we are as a program.”<strong>Campbell</strong> opens <strong>the</strong> regular season at home onAug. 30 with a 7 p.m. kick<strong>of</strong>f against NorthCarolina State. Last year at Raleigh, <strong>Campbell</strong>defeated <strong>the</strong> 17th-ranked Pack 2-0 behindgoals from Bryce Miller and Ricki Gaez.BasketballFormer Camel Griffin backin NBA <strong>Summer</strong> LeagueFormer <strong>Campbell</strong> <strong>University</strong> star Eric Griffinis playing with <strong>the</strong> two-time defending worldchampion Miami Heat in <strong>the</strong> <strong>2013</strong> NBA<strong>Summer</strong> League.The highlight <strong>of</strong> Griffin’s first four games with<strong>the</strong> Heat was a 13-point, 5-rebound and 3-blockperformance against <strong>the</strong> New York Knicks’summer squad on July 17. He also showedhis already famous dunking ability with a putbackslam against <strong>the</strong> Pistons that earned himmore time on <strong>the</strong> ESPN highlight reels (Griffinwas responsible for a dunk that went viral onYouTube during his senior year with <strong>Campbell</strong>).After finishing his two-year career at <strong>Campbell</strong> in2012, Griffin played with <strong>the</strong> Los Angeles Lakerssummer league team. He <strong>the</strong>n signed a contractwith Filieni BPA Jesi in Italy, where he averaged17.5 points and 7.1 rebounds this past season.A forward from Orlando, Fla., Griffin wasnamed a first-team All-Big South Conferenceand NABC District 3 performer following hissenior season. He averaged 16.8 points and 8.6rebounds during 2011-12 for <strong>the</strong> Camels with a.610 field goal percentage. He ranked sixth in <strong>the</strong>nation in shooting and set a single-season schoolrecordwith 73 blocks. His .559 career field goalpercentage is also a new school record.88 <strong>Summer</strong> <strong>2013</strong> www.campbell.edu/alumni
athletic NotesCourtesy <strong>of</strong> <strong>Campbell</strong> AthleticsSchedulePhoto by Bennett ScarboroughBaseballHead coach G<strong>of</strong>f receivesextension after record yearsGreg G<strong>of</strong>f, who led <strong>Campbell</strong> <strong>University</strong>baseball to a record-setting 49 wins and anational ranking in <strong>2013</strong>, was signed to along-term extension as <strong>the</strong> Fighting Camelshead coach shortly after <strong>the</strong> season."Greg is <strong>the</strong> heart and soul <strong>of</strong> this team," said<strong>Campbell</strong> Athletic Director Bob Roller. "Heand his excellent staff <strong>of</strong> Justin Haire andRick McCarty lead and teach in a way that isa wonder to watch. He has made <strong>Campbell</strong>baseball a national name, and we plan to keepit that way as our teams consistently strive tobe playing in <strong>the</strong> month <strong>of</strong> June. Coach G<strong>of</strong>fis a born leader, and we hope that he is at <strong>the</strong>helm <strong>of</strong> <strong>Campbell</strong> baseball for many, manyyears to come."The contract runs through <strong>the</strong> 2018 seasonwith ano<strong>the</strong>r extension built in that couldextend to 2021.The Camels have won 90 games over <strong>the</strong> lasttwo seasons, posting <strong>the</strong> school's first pair<strong>of</strong> 40-win campaigns, including 49 victoriesin <strong>2013</strong>, winning <strong>the</strong> Big South's NorthDivision title and finishing as <strong>the</strong> tournamentrunner-up. The team also posted 41 wins in2012.TennisFormer Camel standoutSum on ITF Futures Tour<strong>Campbell</strong> <strong>University</strong> alumnus Davy Sum isin his third year playing on <strong>the</strong> InternationalTennis Federation Futures Tour.The native <strong>of</strong> Strasbourg, France is nowranked No.-600 in <strong>the</strong> world in singles afterreaching as high as No.-585 in late May. Hestands No.-682 in <strong>the</strong> world doubles rankingsafter moving as high as No.-574 last month.This season Sum has twice reached <strong>the</strong>semifinals in tournaments in Turkey(outdoors) and France (indoors). On <strong>the</strong>year, he owns a 15-13 record in singles. Sinceturning pro in 2011, Sum owns a 39-43 alltimesingles record on <strong>the</strong> ITF Futures Tour.A four-time all-conference choice and <strong>the</strong>2011 Atlantic Sun men’s tennis player <strong>of</strong><strong>the</strong> year, Sum won <strong>Campbell</strong>’s 2010-11Outstanding Male Athlete award. Sum wonmore singles matches – 108 (against just29 losses) – than any player in <strong>Campbell</strong>men’s tennis history. As a senior in 2011he was unbeaten in 20 matches and wasa unanimous choice as <strong>the</strong> Atlantic SunConference Player <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> Year.FacilitiesMajor construction under wayon Barker-Lane StadiumConstruction on <strong>the</strong> home-side seating atBarker-Lane Stadium began during <strong>the</strong>spring, and <strong>the</strong> progress was more thannoticeable to anybody driving along U.S.Highway 421 near <strong>the</strong> main campus by <strong>the</strong>summer. In mid-July, steel was erected for<strong>the</strong> main tower and stadium seating, and <strong>the</strong>main press box was beginning to take shape.Once construction is complete, <strong>the</strong> west side<strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> stadium will become <strong>the</strong> "home" side.Barker-Lane Stadium has been <strong>the</strong> home <strong>of</strong><strong>Campbell</strong>'s football team since <strong>the</strong> programrelaunched 2008. The stadium also hostedCU's inaugural women's lacrosse team inspring <strong>2013</strong>.FootballAug. 31 @ UNC-Charlotte NoonSept. 7 Virginia-Wise 6 p.m.Sept. 14 Charleston So. 6 p.m.Sept. 28 @ Valparaiso 2 p.m.Oct. 5 Morehead State 1 p.m.Oct. 12 @ Butler 1 p.m.Oct. 19 Jacksonville 1 p.m.Oct. 26 Mercer (HC) 4 p.m.Nov. 2 @ Stetson 1 p.m.Nov. 9 Marist 1 p.m.Nov. 15 @ Davidson 7 p.m.SoccerAug. 17 Wake Forest (Ex) 7 p.m.Aug. 24 @ George Maso (Ex) 2 p.m.Aug. 30 North Carolina St. 7 p.m.Sept. 3 VMI 7 p.m.Sept. 11 @ Davidson 7 p.m.Sept. 14 @ Loyola (Md.) 7 p.m.Sept. 17 UNC-Chapel Hill 7 p.m.Sept. 21 @ UNC-Charlotte 7 p.m.Sept. 24 @ UNC-Wilmington 7 p.m.Oct. 1 Elon 7 p.m.Oct. 5 UNC-Greensboro 7 p.m.Oct. 8 @ Winthrop 7 p.m.Oct. 12 Radford 7 p.m.Oct. 19 @ UNC-Asheville 2 p.m.Oct. 23 Longwood 6 p.m.Oct. 26 Gardner-Webb (HC) 1 p.m.Oct. 30 @ High Point 7 p.m.Nov. 2 Liberty (Seniors) 7 p.m.Nov. 6 @ Coastal Carolina 6 p.m.Nov. 9 @ Presbyterian 5 p.m.Nov. 12-17 Big South Tournamentwww.campbell.edu/magazine <strong>Campbell</strong> Magazine 89
The <strong>Campbell</strong> <strong>University</strong> girls lacrosse team, shown in its seasonfinale against conference foe Coastal Carolina, ended its inauguralseason with a 6-7 overall record. Photo by Bennett Scarborough90 <strong>Summer</strong> <strong>2013</strong> www.campbell.edu/alumni
athletic NotesWomen’s SportsCourtesy <strong>of</strong><strong>Campbell</strong> AthleticsScheduleGolfCamels finish season rankedamong nation’s top programsAfter winning six <strong>of</strong> its 12 tournaments,<strong>Campbell</strong> <strong>University</strong> finished <strong>the</strong> 2012-13women's golf season ranked No. 44 in <strong>the</strong>nation in <strong>the</strong> year-end NCAA head-to-headratings by Golfstat.Coach John Crooks' team, which advancedto an NCAA regional for <strong>the</strong> 16th time in<strong>the</strong> last 21 years, ranked among <strong>the</strong> nation'sTop 25 in seven team statistical categories.<strong>Campbell</strong> finished in a tie for ninth placeamong <strong>the</strong> country's 254 Division I programswith seven eagles.The Lady Camels also ranked tied for 11th inbirdies, 12th in par-3 scoring and 19th in par-4scoring and subpar strokes per round.Individually, sophomore Lisbeth Brooksfinished 97th nationally in <strong>the</strong> Golfstat Cupwith a 74.37 stroke average. Senior TeresaUrquizu was 141st, sophomore Brooke Bellomy236th and freshman Tahnia Ravnjak 248th.Each <strong>of</strong> <strong>Campbell</strong>'s top five individuals earnedall-conference honors as all five ranked among<strong>the</strong> league's top nine in stroke average. Brookswas second among Big South Conferencegolfers in average score, while Urquizu, Bellomyand Ravnjak ranked 4-5-6, respectively.Yost, <strong>the</strong> 2012 Big South golfer <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> year,finished <strong>the</strong> 2012-13 campaign in ninth placeamong <strong>the</strong> league's scoring leaders (76.12).LacrosseThree named to Big South teamin school’s inaugural seasonJuniors Cloey Henchcliffe and Taelar Erringtonand freshman Loren Day were named to BigSouth All-Conference teams after <strong>Campbell</strong><strong>University</strong>’s inaugural season <strong>of</strong> lacrosse in<strong>2013</strong>.Henchcliffe was placed on <strong>the</strong> first team whileDay made second-team all-conference. Erringtonwas selected to <strong>the</strong> All-Academic squad."This is a team honor, just as much as it is anindividual honor," head coach Phil Schumansaid. "Cloey, Loren and Taelar wouldn't havebeen as successful as <strong>the</strong>y were without <strong>the</strong> team<strong>the</strong>y had around <strong>the</strong>m. We're proud <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong>m,we're lucky that all three are coming back andwe expect all <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong>m to make just as big <strong>of</strong> animpact next year."Henchcliffe scored <strong>the</strong> third-most goals for<strong>Campbell</strong>’s squad with 29 and added sevenassists. She picked up <strong>the</strong> most ground balls <strong>of</strong>any Camel with 30 and also caused a team-high30 turnovers. Her 2.42 goals per game was sixthin <strong>the</strong> conference.BasketballFormer standout Baker signswith pro team in GermanyFormer <strong>Campbell</strong> women's basketball starTonisha Baker signed a pr<strong>of</strong>essional contractin June with <strong>the</strong> Marburg Blue Dolphins, awomen's basketball club based out <strong>of</strong> Marburg,Germany."We are so excited for Tonisha," said <strong>Campbell</strong>head coach Wanda Watkins. "She has workeddiligently for this opportunity, and I amsure she will be an asset to <strong>the</strong> Marburgorganization. I know our entire <strong>Campbell</strong>women's basketball family swells with pride andcelebrates with her as she continues her brilliantcareer in <strong>the</strong> pr<strong>of</strong>essional ranks.”Marburg is a part <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> DBBL, <strong>the</strong> Women'sBasketball Federation League in Germany,which is made up <strong>of</strong> players from both Europeand <strong>the</strong> United States."I am nearly speechless, but I can finally saythat I did it," said Baker on signing her firstcontract. "I have worked very hard all my lifefor this opportunity."Baker became <strong>the</strong> second Lady Camel to signa pr<strong>of</strong>essional contract with Marburg as AprilCromartie (1998-02) joined <strong>the</strong> squad in 2002-03 following her playing career in Buies Creek.Regina McKeithan (1984-88) also played aseason in Germany for Luxemburg in 1989-90.SoccerAug. 12 @ UNC-Wilmington (Ex) 6 p.m.Aug. 16 @ Wake Forest (Ex) 7 p.m.Aug. 23 @ Marshall 7:30 p.m.Aug. 30 Prairie View 4:30 p.m.(in Corpus Christi)Sept. 1 Texas Sou<strong>the</strong>rn Noon(in Corpus Christi)Sept. 1 Texas A&M-CC TBA(in Corpus Christi)Sept. 5 Mount Olive 7 p.m.Sept. 7 Francis Marion 3 p.m.Sept. 13 Richmond (at VCU) 5 p.m.Sept. 15 @ Va. Commonwealth 2:30 p.m.Sept. 25 @ UNC-Asheville 4 p.m.Sept. 28 @ Liberty 1 p.m.Oct. 2 Radford 7 p.m.Oct. 5 Gardner-Webb (FW) 4 p.m.Oct. 9 Charleston Sou<strong>the</strong>rn 7 p.m.Oct. 12 @ Presbyterian 7 p.m.Oct. 16 Coastal Carolina 7 p.m.Oct. 19 @ Winthrop 1 p.m.Oct. 23 @ Longwood 7 p.m.Oct. 26 VMI (HC) 7 p.m.Oct. 29 @ High Point 7 p.m.Nov. 1-10 Big South Tournament TBAVolleyballAug. 30-31 @ William & Mary Inv. TBASept. 3 @ Elong 7 p.m.Sept. 6-7 @ Holly Springs Inv. TBASept. 10 East Carolina 7 p.m.Sept. 13-14 @ Eagle Challenge TBASept. 18 UNC-Wilmington 7 p.m.Sept. 20-21 @ James Madison Inv. TBASept. 24 @ North Carolina A&T 7 p.m.Sept. 27 @ High Point 7 p.m.Oct. 4 @ Charleston Sou<strong>the</strong>rn 7 p.m.Oct. 5 @ Coastal Carolina 2 p.m.Oct. 11 Liberty 7 p.m.Oct. 12 Radford 2 p.m.Oct. 18 Presbyterian 7 p.m.Oct. 19 Winthrop 4 p.m.Oct. 22 South Carolina State 7 p.mOct. 25 High Point 7 p.m.Nov. 1 @ Gardner-Webb 7 p.m.Nov. 2 @ UNC-Asheville 4 p.m.Nov. 8 @ Radford 7 p.m.Nov. 9 @ Liberty 1 p.m.Nov. 15 Coastal Carolina 7 p.m.Nov. 16 Charleston Sou<strong>the</strong>rn 2 p.m.Nov. 21-23 Big South Tournament TBAwww.campbell.edu/magazine <strong>Campbell</strong> Magazine 91
Wake County Alumni Chapterreturns with a visit to governor’78Es<strong>the</strong>r Parker (’78BBA, ’84 MBA,’07 MDiv) is <strong>the</strong>minister <strong>of</strong> children and familiesat Watts Street Baptist Church inDurham.____________________North Carolina Gov. Pat McCrory joined morethan 170 <strong>Campbell</strong> <strong>University</strong> alumni whoga<strong>the</strong>red at <strong>the</strong> Governor’s Mansion in Raleighon April 16 to mark <strong>the</strong> first <strong>of</strong>ficial <strong>Campbell</strong><strong>University</strong> Wake County Alumni Chapter eventin over 30 years.It was <strong>the</strong> first-ever alumni ga<strong>the</strong>ring in <strong>the</strong>Governor’s Mansion.“<strong>Campbell</strong> <strong>University</strong> is a special place,” Gov.McCrory told <strong>the</strong> ga<strong>the</strong>red crowd. “I rememberbasketball camps at <strong>Campbell</strong>, but I like whatyou’ve done with your law school in Raleigh and<strong>the</strong> new medical school. I’m just amazed, and that’scoming from a proud Catawba College grad."The evening opened with a reception in <strong>the</strong>public area <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> mansion. Guests networked,shared old times and caught up with old friendsin <strong>the</strong> first floor hall, ballroom, dining room andparlors. <strong>Campbell</strong> alumni toured <strong>the</strong> floor, tookpictures and sampled hors d'oeuvres made fromscratch in <strong>the</strong> mansion’s kitchen and bakery.Lee Ann Spahr (’77) and Angela DanielsMillenbaugh (’98) also performed for <strong>the</strong> groupin <strong>the</strong> ballroom. Spahr played <strong>the</strong> piano andMillenbaugh sang <strong>the</strong> Martina McBride piece“Anyway.”The evening concluded with a business sessionwhere McCrory and <strong>Campbell</strong> President JerryWallace spoke and <strong>the</strong> Wake County AlumniChapter was <strong>of</strong>ficially launched. Addressing <strong>the</strong>standing room-only crowd <strong>of</strong> <strong>Campbell</strong> alumni,McCrory welcomed <strong>the</strong> group to <strong>the</strong> Governor'sMansion."Everyone here should be proud <strong>of</strong> <strong>Campbell</strong>,and North Carolina is stronger because <strong>of</strong><strong>Campbell</strong> graduates who work across NorthCarolina and make vital contributions to ourstate," McCrory said.The inaugural Wake County Alumni ChapterBoard leadership includes:President: Paul Garrison (’65)Vice President: Stephen Safran (’03, ’08)Secretary: Kay Bissette (’79)Treasurer: Brian LiVecchi (’11)Membership Chair: Clay Leary (’11)Young Alumni Chair: Malia Zaytoun (’11)At Large Members include: Patricia Barnes(’92), Megan Boyd (’03), Rebecca Brock (’97,’01), Jack Hyman (’06), Katie Jones (’11), MikeLittle (’06), Jeff Wakefield (’93), David Warnick(’12), Taylor Wells (’08), David Werner (’12)’79Judge John M.Tyson (’79 JD)received <strong>the</strong> <strong>2013</strong>James E. Cross, Jr. LeadershipAward from <strong>the</strong> N.C. State Baron April 5, and <strong>the</strong> CentennialAward from <strong>the</strong> N.C. BarAssociation on April 19.____________________’80Sam Clawson (’80JD) <strong>of</strong> Clawson& Staubes wastabbed “Lawyer <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> Year” inInsurance Law by Best Lawyers<strong>2013</strong>. Clawson also serves on <strong>the</strong><strong>Campbell</strong> Law Board <strong>of</strong> Visitors.____________________’83Mimi Kirkland,granddaughter<strong>of</strong> N.C. Court<strong>of</strong> Appeals Judge Ann MarieCalabria (’83), made her featurefilm debut in “Safe Haven,” <strong>the</strong>adaptation <strong>of</strong> a Nicholas Sparksnovel.____________________’85Shelby Benton(’85 JD) <strong>of</strong>Benton FamilyLaw received <strong>the</strong> LitigationPractitioner Award at <strong>the</strong> 2012Women <strong>of</strong> Justice Awards onNov. 15.Joseph F. SilekJr. (’85 JD)was selected aschairman for <strong>the</strong>Valley HealthSystem Board<strong>of</strong> Trustees. Heopened his law practice, Lawsonand Silek, in 1995. He and hiswife Jane have two sons.____________________92 <strong>Summer</strong> <strong>2013</strong> www.campbell.edu/alumni
alumni Class Notes’87P. Marshall Yoder(’87 JD) wasselected by hispeers as a 2012 Virginia LegalElite lawyer in Virginia Businessmagazine.____________________’88Sam Hamrick (’88JD) was honored as<strong>the</strong> 13th recipient<strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> prestigious Angie Awardat <strong>the</strong> annual meeting <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong>Federal Court Clerks Association.Historical Class <strong>of</strong> 1963 returns towatch graduation 50 years laterPaul Worley (’87BA), a 25-yeardepartmentveteran, is <strong>the</strong>new director<strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> RailDivision for <strong>the</strong>North Carolina Department<strong>of</strong> Transportation. Paul is <strong>the</strong>longest-serving employee in <strong>the</strong>division.Ron Jones (’88 JD) <strong>of</strong> Clawson& Staubes was selected for BestLawyers <strong>2013</strong> for bankruptcy law.____________________’89Susan <strong>Campbell</strong>(’89 JD)participated in an“<strong>of</strong>f-<strong>the</strong>-record” panel <strong>of</strong> top-25law schools discussing <strong>issue</strong>sassociated with prospectivefemale students.____________________’91Penny Shelton(’91 PH) wasnamed chroniccare pharmacist <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> year by<strong>the</strong> North Carolina Association<strong>of</strong> Pharmacists. The award waspresented at <strong>the</strong> Association’s<strong>2013</strong> Chronic Care PracticeForum on March 21.____________________’92Rebecca J. Britton(’92 JD) was namedto <strong>the</strong> <strong>2013</strong> NorthCarolina Super Lawyers list.On hand to celebrate <strong>the</strong> Class <strong>of</strong> <strong>2013</strong>'s springcommencement ceremony for <strong>the</strong> College <strong>of</strong>Arts & Sciences in May were about 20 members<strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> Class <strong>of</strong> 1963 ... an important class in <strong>the</strong>126-year history <strong>of</strong> <strong>Campbell</strong> <strong>University</strong>.Members <strong>of</strong> that class — on campus on May10-11 to celebrate <strong>the</strong>ir 50-year reunion —were <strong>the</strong> first students to graduate from <strong>the</strong>n<strong>Campbell</strong> College with a four-year degree.<strong>Campbell</strong> <strong>of</strong>ficials voted 54 years ago, as thisclass was entering its first year <strong>of</strong> college, toenact a four-year curriculum at <strong>the</strong> school andshed <strong>the</strong> name "junior" from its title, <strong>Campbell</strong>Junior College.____________________’93TimR Brown (’93PH) was appointedvice chairman <strong>of</strong>Board <strong>of</strong> Pharmacy SpecialtiesCouncil <strong>of</strong> Ambulatory Care.The council is comprised <strong>of</strong> ninemembers from across <strong>the</strong> nationwith each member being selectedbased on <strong>the</strong>ir involvement with <strong>the</strong>advancement <strong>of</strong> pharmacy practicein <strong>the</strong> ambulatory care setting.____________________’95Scott Brewer ('95PH) accepted<strong>the</strong> CommunityImpact Award from <strong>the</strong> UnitedWay <strong>of</strong> Richmond County onbehalf <strong>of</strong> Family Pharmacy,which he owns with his wife,Tanya Brewer (’97 PH).Representing <strong>the</strong> class at <strong>the</strong> <strong>2013</strong>commencement at <strong>the</strong> Pope ConvocationCenter, <strong>the</strong> Hon. William H. Ledbetter Jr.(’63) said a lot <strong>of</strong> people who'd committed to<strong>Campbell</strong> backed out after hearing <strong>the</strong> news.Those who stayed, he said, had confidence in<strong>the</strong> vision <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> board <strong>of</strong> trustees at <strong>the</strong> time."Being back on campus, looking at thisgraduating class … it gives us a sense <strong>of</strong>vindication that we made <strong>the</strong> right choice,"Ledbetter said. "Fifty years from now afteryou’ve completed your long and successfulcareers, I’m confident you’ll look back and agreewith us that you made <strong>the</strong> right decision.”____________________’96David G. Martin(’96 JD) wasselected by hispeers as a part <strong>of</strong> Business NorthCarolina magazine’s <strong>2013</strong> NorthCarolina Legal Elite.Melissa Culbreth (’96 BA/’00MDiv) was promoted to <strong>the</strong>rank <strong>of</strong> major on May 29at <strong>the</strong> NCNG Joint ForcesHeadquarters.www.campbell.edu/magazine <strong>Campbell</strong> Magazine 93
Jerry D. Taylor (1938-<strong>2013</strong>)Jennifer Garner Gailey (’95) says <strong>the</strong>re aremany things she’ll remember about her mathpr<strong>of</strong>essor at <strong>Campbell</strong> <strong>University</strong>, Dr. Jerry D.Taylor — his laugh, his walk, <strong>the</strong> cream cheesesandwiches he brought to work, his ink-stainedpockets, his allegiance to <strong>the</strong> Democratic party… to name a few.But what set Taylor apart from her o<strong>the</strong>rpr<strong>of</strong>essors, Gailey says, was his caring andencouraging spirit, his interest in <strong>the</strong> lives <strong>of</strong> hisstudents and his “taxicab geometry class.”“I always enjoyed trying to impress Dr. Taylor,”she recalls. “As intelligent as he was, if I couldimpress him, I knew I had done somethingexceptional.”Taylor, who in his 46 years teaching at<strong>Campbell</strong> was never too busy to help makemath (or life) a little easier to understand, diedon Jan. 15, at Wake Medical Center in Raleigh.He was 74.Born June 5, 1938, in Plumerville, Arkansas,to William Sherman Taylor and Edna FayeTaylor, he began his working career at 6, sellingnewspapers. He worked in a movie <strong>the</strong>aterthroughout high school and worked in a cottonmill and played in a dance band while heattended Arkansas State Teachers College.As a child, Taylor had a vision condition knownas Duane’s syndrome, which went untreatedand resulted in a permanently detached retinaat 6, making him legally blind. His conditionforced him to develop a strong memory when itcame to learning people’s names at conventions,since he couldn’t rely on name tags. He wasknown for his amazing attention to detail andhis dry wit. In his last month in <strong>the</strong> hospitalbefore his death, Taylor knew <strong>the</strong> name <strong>of</strong> everynurse and nurse’s aid.He earned his Ph.D. in ma<strong>the</strong>matics fromFlorida State after getting his master's from <strong>the</strong><strong>University</strong> <strong>of</strong> Arkansas.Taylor loved teaching math, and many studentsloved him and regarded him as a mentor, evenstudents who struggled with math. In 1970,he started at <strong>Campbell</strong> one <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> first mathcontests for high school students in NorthCarolina.He was active in <strong>the</strong> North Carolina Council<strong>of</strong> Teachers <strong>of</strong> Ma<strong>the</strong>matics and served foryears on <strong>the</strong> NCCTM’s State Math ContestCommittee. He was a coauthor <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> PrenticeHall Encyclopedia <strong>of</strong> Ma<strong>the</strong>matics, and in2008, he received <strong>the</strong> NCCTM’s RankinAward for excellence in ma<strong>the</strong>matics education.Jerry was both a Democrat and a democrat.He liked people and took a genuine interest in<strong>the</strong>m. He was as cordial to <strong>the</strong> housekeepingstaff as he was to <strong>the</strong> college president. And heknew everybody’s name.Jerry loved his family deeply, and <strong>the</strong>y continueto love him. He is survived by his bro<strong>the</strong>r Larry(wife Johnnie); his wife Louise (also a former<strong>Campbell</strong> pr<strong>of</strong>essor); his sons Todd, Joshua,and Nathan (wife Erin); and his granddaughterVivian.“I am thankful for <strong>the</strong> opportunity to havelearned from such a brilliant man. I am alsothankful that he was so caring, complimentary,and encouraging,” Gailey says. “While hewas <strong>the</strong> most challenging teacher I have everhad, he made me a more confident and moresuccessful student. He made me love mathmore. I wish I could thank him face to face, butthat day will have to wait until we meet againin heaven.”’97Jennifer(Hallstrom)Benoit (‘97 BA)and husband Daniel Benoitwelcomed <strong>the</strong>ir son, AugustPaul Benoit on Feb. 1. Augustweighed 6 pounds, 14 ounces.William Foos(‘97 MBA) wasnamed seniordirector <strong>of</strong>security services<strong>of</strong> GannettFleming inHarrisburg, Pa. He providessecurity and force protectionconsulting services for <strong>the</strong> firm.____________________’98Mary HerringParker ('98PH) is currentlyserving as <strong>the</strong> president <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong>North Carolina Association <strong>of</strong>Pharmacists.Kathy Kelly(’98 BS) joinedViewmontSurgery Centeras <strong>the</strong> facilityadministratorin January.Kelly graduated with a bachelor<strong>of</strong> nursing from Lenoir-RhyneCollege and a Master <strong>of</strong> Sciencein nursing from Walden<strong>University</strong>. She lives in Hickorywith her husband and twochildren and is an active memberat Christ Church.Beth Pruden Mills ('98 PH) hasreturned home to <strong>Campbell</strong>’sCollege <strong>of</strong> Pharmacy & HealthSciences as a clinical assistantpr<strong>of</strong>essor <strong>of</strong> pharmacy practice.Her practice site is at BensonArea Medical Center where she isan ambulatory care specialist.94 <strong>Summer</strong> <strong>2013</strong> www.campbell.edu/alumni
alumni Class NotesRon Smith ('98 PH) wasappointed chief operating <strong>of</strong>ficerat Biologics, Inc. In his role, heoversees all operational initiativesthroughout Biologics withparticular emphasis within careintegration, oncology pharmacy,patient access and clinicalresearch services.____________________’99Holly WalkerMcLean ('01PH) and husbandWilliam McLean (’99 MBA/BA), welcomed <strong>the</strong>ir son,William Walker, on Sept. 16,2012. He weighed 6 pounds, 14ounces.____________________Harold Wells (1931-<strong>2013</strong>)Remembered in <strong>the</strong> auto industry as anentrepreneur who led a 1999 auto dealer revoltagainst factory-owned stores, Harold Boney“Toby” Wells was also a leader at <strong>Campbell</strong><strong>University</strong>, where he served on <strong>the</strong> Board <strong>of</strong>Trustees for five terms and served as chairmanin 2006 during a time <strong>of</strong> unprecedented growthat <strong>the</strong> school.Wells, <strong>of</strong> Whiteville, died on Jan. 23, in Cary.He was 81.For over 50 years, Wells enjoyed a distinguishedcareer as a franchised automobile dealer,with past business interests in Columbus,Brunswick, Duplin and Moore counties. Hewas past president <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> North CarolinaAutomobile Dealers Association andreceived <strong>the</strong> Lifetime Achievement Awardfrom that association in 2004. He served invarious leadership capacities <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> NationalAutomobile Dealers Association, and in 2000,he became <strong>the</strong> chairman <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> board, servingfranchised automobile dealers throughout <strong>the</strong>United States.Wells was elected a director <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> WaccamawBank & Trust Company in <strong>the</strong> 1960s. Hebecame one <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> original directors <strong>of</strong> UnitedCarolina Bancshares when it was formedthrough <strong>the</strong> merger <strong>of</strong> Waccamaw Bank &Trust Company and American Bank in 1970.When UCB merged with what is now BB&TCorporation, Wells was one <strong>of</strong> four UCBdirectors selected to serve on BB&T's holdingcompany board.Upon his election as chairman <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> Board <strong>of</strong>Trustees at <strong>Campbell</strong> in 2006, Wells said, “It'sreally a challenge, but I feel very optimisticabout <strong>the</strong> long-term growth <strong>of</strong> <strong>Campbell</strong><strong>University</strong>. With <strong>the</strong> construction <strong>of</strong> newbuildings, an all-time record <strong>of</strong> 2,800 plusundergraduate students enrolled on <strong>the</strong> maincampus, excellent leadership, faculty and staff,<strong>the</strong> future is looking bright."Wells received an honorary doctorate from <strong>the</strong><strong>University</strong> in 2000 and Lifetime Trustee statusin 2012. He was preceded in death by his wife,Elizabeth Fisher Wells, for whom <strong>the</strong> fountainin front <strong>of</strong> Carrie Rich Hall at <strong>Campbell</strong><strong>University</strong> is named.’01Nicole BraswellEmswiler ('05PH) and husbandDave Emswiler (’01 MBA)announce <strong>the</strong> birth <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong>ir son,Seth Buchanan Emswiler, onApril 5. Seth weighed 8 pounds,2 ounces and was 20-3/4 incheslong. Seth was welcomed by bigbro<strong>the</strong>r John (2).E. Wyles Johnson, Jr. (’01 JD)was recently certified by TheNational Elder Law Foundationas a Certified Elder Law Attorneyand by <strong>the</strong> North Carolina StateBar Board <strong>of</strong> Legal Specializationas a specialist in elder law.Friends We'll MissLewis D. Johnson (’43), Feb. 8Debra A. Pressley (’83), Feb. 10Edward S. Long (’40), Feb. 12Andrwe M. Albright (’92), Feb. 23Renita Logan (’96), Feb. 23Preston K. Sutton Jr. (’65), Feb. 26Dr. James G. Hall (’47), March 2Ronald C. True (’85), March 3Zua H. Moore (’40), March 3Donald J. Godwin (’80), March 13Rachel H. Taylor (’56), March 13Geraldine E. Baxter (’45), March 14James W. Rowell (’78), March 19Janie S. Malpass (’69), March 19Rev. T. Lloyd Pendergraft (’56, ’63),March 20Doris G. Adams (’53), March 21Dr. Milford R. Quinn (’43, ’99),March 22Mary W. Watterson (’38), March 22Lt. Cmdr. Roy V. Thornberry Jr.(’52), March 26Mary B. Smith (’65), March 26Iris N. Hardwick (’08), April 2Rev. Ronald J. Byrd (’91), April 5Julius D. Hays (’57), April 6Nancy D. Cox (’54), April 6Cynthia A. Wallace (’67), April 7Eugene D. Rhodes (’70), April 7Gloria T. Childress (’80), April 7George T. Staley (’51), April 8Arlen R. Rash (’76), April 10Kaitlyn N. Elkins (’10), April 11Willard S. Perry Jr. (’73), April 12Ruby W. Long (’44), April 12Mrs. Glenn L. Wilson (’44), April 17William A. Bell (’65), April 19Michael H. Stephenson (’78), April 22Louis J. Bateman (’48), April 25Larry M. Hamilton (’98), April 30Stephen G. Hooten (’70), May 1Louis G. McCotter III (’70), May 4Bradley S. Danner (’97), May 6Keith R. Thomas (’75), May 11Estelle A. O’Brian (’48), May 15Dr. Douglas K. Bennenhausen (’92),May 17Helen S. Davis (’56), May 18Thomas A. Stephenson (’72), May 21Cathy L. Harding (’71), May 22Grace D. Dunkley (’37), May 22Gary E. Stobel Jr. (’94), May 26Deborah C. Chapman (’93), June 3www.campbell.edu/magazine <strong>Campbell</strong> Magazine 95
Sadie Neel (’42) receivesHeritage AwardSadie Neel (’42) received <strong>the</strong> <strong>2013</strong> Heritage Award from <strong>the</strong>N.C. Baptist Foundation and <strong>the</strong> Baptist State Convention<strong>of</strong> North Carolina in April at <strong>the</strong> 13th annual N.C. BaptistHeritage Award luncheon at <strong>the</strong> Grandover Resort andConference Center in Greensboro.The Heritage Award, one <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> highest honors given by <strong>the</strong>convention, recognizes individuals who represent exemplaryservice and giving to <strong>the</strong> Baptist State Convention ororganizations associated with <strong>the</strong> convention now or in earliertimes.Neel, currently a homemaker, taught public school for morethan 30 years. She graduated from <strong>Campbell</strong> Junior College in1942 and went on to graduate from Meredith College in 1944.A loyal Baptist, she is an active member <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> Falling CreekBaptist Church in Goldsboro, where she is an organist, teachesa Sunday school class, serves on <strong>the</strong> Stewardship Committee,and is active in WMU and missions. She has also served asdirector <strong>of</strong> her church’s Outreach Committee and as formercouncil representative for <strong>the</strong> Neuse Association. She doesvolunteer work in <strong>the</strong> Association Office.Neel, who was married to <strong>the</strong> late Robert Hannibal Neel, hasone son, Robert Neel Jr., a 1973 <strong>Campbell</strong> <strong>University</strong> graduate,and two daughters, Sara Powell and Eva Wardrup.She and her family have been enthusiastic supporters <strong>of</strong><strong>Campbell</strong> <strong>University</strong> and North Carolina Baptist programs formany years. Neel has served four terms on <strong>Campbell</strong>’s Board <strong>of</strong>Trustees (1994-1997, 1999-2002, 2004-2007, and 2008-2012).As a trustee, she served as vice chair <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> Executive Committeeand on <strong>the</strong> Committee on Institutional Advancement."<strong>Campbell</strong> <strong>University</strong> is a better place because <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> work andlegacy <strong>of</strong> Sadie Neel," <strong>Campbell</strong> President Jerry Wallace said.Leslie G. Van Der Have (’01JD) opened her own practice inGreenville, and became certifiedas a specialist in family law.____________________’02Scott Smith ('02PH) and wifeAshley welcomed<strong>the</strong>ir second son, Chase Mills,on Aug. 6, 2012. He weighed7 pounds, 11 ounces. Chasewas welcomed by big bro<strong>the</strong>r,Cannon Michael (3).Amy Stertz(’02 MDiv)was electedmoderator <strong>of</strong><strong>the</strong> CooperativeBaptistFellowship <strong>of</strong>South Carolina. She has servedas associate minister in ChristianEducation at First BaptistChurch, Aiken, S.C., since 2008.Previously, she served at churchesin North Carolina and Virginia.Her husband, Joe Stertz (’00MDiv), is a human resourcesspecialist for Aiken-BarnwellMental Health.Brian M. Williams (’02 JD)was named partner at Yates,McLamb & Weyher, LLP, as wella 2012 Top Rated Lawyer by TheAmerican Lawyer magazine.Jennifer Oakes (’02 JD) <strong>of</strong> Bell,Davis & Pitt was named a “NorthCarolina Rising Star for <strong>2013</strong>” byNorth Carolina Super Lawyers.____________________’03Melanie (’03 MDiv)and Chris Walk (’13MDiv) announce<strong>the</strong> birth <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong>ir son ElijahChristopher, born on Feb. 6.Amber Bedenbaugh Brantley('03 PH) and husband MarkBrantley (BS '99) announce <strong>the</strong>arrival <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong>ir daughter, CecilyPaige on Dec. 4, 2012. Cecilyweighed 7 pounds, 6 ounces andwas 20 inches long. Cecily waswelcomed by big bro<strong>the</strong>r Ian (7)and big sister Trista (3).____________________’04Samuel G. “Bo”Thompson (’04JD) was namedpartner at Yates, McLamb &Weyher, LLP. He was also nameda <strong>2013</strong> North Carolina LegalElite lawyer by Business NorthCarolina magazine and a 2012and <strong>2013</strong> North Carolina SuperLawyer.Melissa J. Essick (’04 JD) <strong>of</strong>Rosen Law Firm was certified by<strong>the</strong> North Carolina State Bar as aspecialist in family law.Allison (’05 BA, ’08 MDiv) andJared Collier (’04 BS, ’08 MDiv,’12 MEd) announce <strong>the</strong> birth <strong>of</strong>Liam Foster on Feb. 27.____________________’05Paul Granger ('05BA) and BeccaGranger justcelebrated <strong>the</strong> birth <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong>ir firstchild, Timothy Arthur Granger,in January.Melissa Walker (’05 JD) <strong>of</strong>Lewis & Roberts was namedpresident <strong>of</strong> North CarolinaAssociation <strong>of</strong> Women Attorneysfor <strong>the</strong> <strong>2013</strong> year.Hayes Ludlum (’05 JD) wascertified by <strong>the</strong> North CarolinaState Bar Board <strong>of</strong> LegalSpecialization as a specialist incriminal law.____________________’06Drew Phillips(’06 MDiv) wascommissioned as aCBF missionary at <strong>the</strong> GeneralAssembly in June.96 <strong>Summer</strong> <strong>2013</strong> www.campbell.edu/alumni
alumni Class NotesMary Whitehouse (’06 MDiv)received her PhD in psychologyfrom North Carolina State<strong>University</strong> in May.Dave L. Dixon ('06 MDiv)received an OutstandingPreceptor Award from <strong>the</strong>Virginia Commonwealth<strong>University</strong> School <strong>of</strong> PharmacyClass <strong>of</strong> <strong>2013</strong>.____________________’07Michelle (’07MDiv) and BenAnderson announce<strong>the</strong> birth <strong>of</strong> Hannah and Noah,born on April 10.Chip Grammer (’07 MDiv)is <strong>the</strong> pastor <strong>of</strong> SherwoodPresbyterian Church inFayetteville.Robert Carpenter (’07 JD) <strong>of</strong>Adams, Hendon, Carson, Crow& Saenger was tabbed as a NorthCarolina Rising Star for <strong>2013</strong> byNorth Carolina Super Lawyers,as well as “Legal Elite” in <strong>the</strong> area<strong>of</strong> employment law by BusinessNorth Carolina magazine.Kimberly Miller (’07 JD) <strong>of</strong>Owens & Miller received <strong>the</strong>Rising Star Award at <strong>the</strong> 2012Women <strong>of</strong> Justice Awards onNov. 15.____________________’08Nick (’08 MDiv,’10 MA) and AngieDejesus (’10 BA)announce <strong>the</strong> birth <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong>irdaughter Nadia Josephine onMarch 30.Cara B. Williams (’08 JD) is nowan associate with Smith DebnamNarron Drake Saintsing &Myers, LLP. Cara was previously<strong>the</strong> assistant clerk attorney for <strong>the</strong>Wake County Clerk <strong>of</strong> Court.She will focus her practice in <strong>the</strong>areas <strong>of</strong> creditors’ rights litigationand foreclosure.Photos by Bennett ScarboroughRebecca Garland ('81)The chief academic <strong>of</strong>ficerBy Cherry Crayton“Teaching is <strong>the</strong> hardest thing you can do. . . . Ithink that’s <strong>the</strong> thing we need to remember: wecome up with all <strong>the</strong>se innovations, but at <strong>the</strong> end<strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> day, <strong>the</strong> people who have to do it are <strong>the</strong> oneswho have <strong>the</strong> hardest jobs."— Rebecca GarlandChief academic <strong>of</strong>ficer, NCDPIRebecca Garland ('81 MED) started herundergraduate studies at <strong>the</strong> <strong>University</strong> <strong>of</strong>North Carolina at Greensboro as a pre-medmajor. Then she took a course in which she hadto dissect a pig. That was <strong>the</strong> end <strong>of</strong> her plansfor a career in medicine, she says. She likedhistory and political science, so she majored inthose fields, added a teaching license and spenta semester student teaching.After she graduated, on <strong>the</strong> drive back toher hometown <strong>of</strong> Dunn, she stopped by<strong>the</strong> Harnett County Schools to drop <strong>of</strong>f anapplication for a teaching job. As she entered<strong>the</strong> human resources <strong>of</strong>fice, a man exited. Hehad just resigned his teaching position at amiddle school because he had been called up toactive duty to serve during <strong>the</strong> Vietnam War.Garland was <strong>of</strong>fered his job. “I took it, and Ihaven’t looked back,” Garland says.Read <strong>the</strong> entire interview at campbell.edu/magazineWhile serving as a language arts and socialstudies teacher at what was <strong>the</strong>n HarnettMiddle School, she earned a master’s ineducation from <strong>Campbell</strong> <strong>University</strong>. She wenton to become an instructional specialist andcoordinator <strong>of</strong> gifted programs for <strong>the</strong> entireHarnett County Schools system before joining<strong>the</strong> N.C. Department <strong>of</strong> Public Instructionas a regional curriculum specialist and <strong>the</strong>n<strong>the</strong> director <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> statewide program forgifted children. After holding a variety <strong>of</strong>administrative positions with county schools,she <strong>the</strong>n served as <strong>the</strong> executive director <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong>N.C. State Board <strong>of</strong> Education.Today, Garland is back at DPI and beginningher fifth year as <strong>the</strong> state’s chief academic<strong>of</strong>ficer, second in command only to N.C.State Superintendent <strong>of</strong> Public InstructionJune Atkinson. Garland’s <strong>of</strong>fice is in charge<strong>of</strong> implementing policy set by <strong>the</strong> federalgovernment, <strong>the</strong> state government, and <strong>the</strong> stateBoard <strong>of</strong> Education. She also oversees assessmentand accountability, teacher education programs,career/technical education, exceptional children,support to low performing schools, and anythingrelated to curriculum and instruction.www.campbell.edu/magazine <strong>Campbell</strong> Magazine 97
alumni Class NotesRustin Duncan (’09 JD) wasrecently named partner at KingLaw Offices.La belle vie en FranceBrandon Jaynes (’09 JD) wasrecently named partner at KingLaw Offices.____________________’10Stephanie OwensGearhart (’10 JD)joined McAngusGoudelock & Courle in Raleigh.____________________’11Elizabeth WarrenKuhn (’11 JD) andChristopher RobertHicks were married at <strong>the</strong> HoraceWilliams House in Chapel Hill.Tim Lendino (’11 JD) joinedSmith Moore Lea<strong>the</strong>rwood as alitigation associate in Charlotte.Jeff M. Martin (’11 JD) joinedGrimes Teich Anderson LLP inGreenville, S.C.____________________’12Lt. Sean A. Valdez(’12 PH), MedicalService Corps,was commissioned as an <strong>of</strong>ficerinto <strong>the</strong> United States Navy inMay 2012. Valdez thanks his<strong>Campbell</strong> family for helping himachieve his goals.Phillip “Hunter” Gillespie (’12JD) joined Auger & Auger inCharlotte as an associate.Polly Lamberth (’12 MDiv)was ordained at First MissionaryBaptist Church in Clayton onMay 4.SEND US YOUR NEWS!Send all announcements,achievements and photos byemail to Angela Clark at clarka@campbell.edu to be included inAlumni Notes. Please include yourname and graduation year, andplease make sure all photos are sentas a high-resolution jpeg. Thank you!Of all <strong>the</strong> perks to being a foreign studentstudying in Paris — beautiful city, countlesshistoric venues, great diversity, generousgovernment aid — Taylor Smith (’13) says herfavorite is free access to all <strong>the</strong> museums.So how many times has she visited The Louvre?“I can’t even count,” Smith says with a laugh.“Three times a week sometimes. You need at leasta few months just to explore it and take it all in.”Smith, <strong>the</strong> daughter <strong>of</strong> <strong>Campbell</strong> <strong>University</strong>communications studies pr<strong>of</strong>essor anddepartment chair Michael Smith, spent sixmonths earning credits toward her degree inFrench in <strong>the</strong> best place possible last fall. Shereturns to Paris this summer to begin worktoward earning her master’s degree.She’ll spend <strong>the</strong> next year attending Paris-Sarbonne<strong>University</strong> and working as an English languageteaching assistant at two primary schools,thanks to a work program <strong>of</strong>fered by <strong>the</strong> FrenchEmbassy in Washington, D.C., where she spenttime as an intern before her first trip to Francein 2012.Taylor says she loves France and has developeda passion for <strong>the</strong> language and <strong>the</strong> culture <strong>the</strong>re,but what she really loves about <strong>the</strong> country isits diversity.“It’s a city where so many people from differentparts <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> world come toge<strong>the</strong>r,” she says.“The students are so diverse, and <strong>the</strong> countryis so accommodating to young people. Whenpeople think <strong>of</strong> France, <strong>the</strong>y think <strong>of</strong> its historyand traditional aspects, but <strong>the</strong> diversity issomething you don’t expect. It was a greatsurprise to me.”Taylor has six months in France, an internshipat <strong>the</strong> Embassy and a degree in French underher belt … but she hesitates to say she’s “fluent”in <strong>the</strong> language, even now.“The more you learn, <strong>the</strong> more you realize youstill don’t know,” she says. “I’m comfortable[speaking French], and part <strong>of</strong> your master’sdegree is doing an interview in French. … Iloved <strong>Campbell</strong> because <strong>the</strong> classes were small,fun and challenging. But I always knew <strong>the</strong>best way to learn a language was to go to thatcountry and learn it from native speakers. AndI’ve loved this entire experience.”www.campbell.edu/magazine <strong>Campbell</strong> Magazine 99
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