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College Receives Largest Gift In History page
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Shuford Gym Turns 50 page 6
Head Football Coach Named page
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PERSPECTIVE
The mission statement for $50,000 per year directly to support
Lenoir-Rhyne College begins with the nursing students in their academic
phrase: "In pursuit ofthe development programs. It will further provide the
ofthe whole person. ..." No single major support for the construction
statement could better set the stage for and upgrade offacilities that make
our educational philosophy. At Lenoir- up our sports fields. In particular, the
Rhyne, we believe that the educational Moretz Sports Center will be the site
experience transcends the classroom ofa new field house, a track for all of
and engages students in extracurricular our students, and improved facilities for
programs, physical development, softball, baseball and soccer.
spiritual growth and service to the
John Moretz stated that their gift
world. In other words, we seek to
was an investment in the college and
develop the whole person.
our students, and quite an investment
At the stage oflife when most it is. By supporting both the physical
students are fulfilling their college and academic needs ofour students,
aspirations, they are also developing the Moretzes are giving back to Lenoir-
the values and goals that will guide Rhyne in a way that will help solidify
them for decades. They are asking the college's position as one ofthe
formative questions and establishing the premier institutions in the South.
practices and priorities that are important to a fulfilling life.
We This is also the year when Lenoir-Rhyne was the
believe that intellectual encounters, spiritual growth
beneficiary ofa major endowment gift to forever support
and attention to physical well-being are best encountered
our students by enhancing the Carl A. Rudisill Library.
simultaneously and not independently, and that is why we
Eleanor Busch Schnitzel '40 left Lenoir-Rhyne students
seek to provide every opportunity for students to mature in
an estate gift ofapproximately $1 million to guarantee
each area.
that our library will always be at the top. This is such a
This year we witnessed how the different facets ofthe marvelous way for an individual to ensure that the next
education ofthe whole person come together at this special generation will enjoy the opportunities and experiences
college we call Lenoir-Rhyne. In this edition ofProfile, that were provided to her.
you will see evidence ofthe wide variety ofinitiatives we
As we seek to improve all ofour programs in support
are undertaking in order to create the finest educational
ofthe education ofthe whole person, we are strengthening
experience for all ofour students. I want to highlight a few this college that is so special to all ofus. We know we have
ofour top stories. the best teachers anywhere. We know we have students
Last fall Lenoir-Rhyne was designated as a new site for who are inspired by the thrill ofdiscovery in the learning
We
the North Carolina Teaching Fellows program. As one of process. are proud ofall ofour extracurricular activities
only five independent colleges in North Carolina to host that center on service. And we are finding new and better
the Teaching Fellows, Lenoir-Rhyne has strengthened its means to provide these excellent opportunities to our
position as a leader in the field ofteacher preparation. The students, whether through distinguished scholarship
Teaching Fellows scholarships assist the best and brightest programs, marvelous new facilities, or endowments in
high school students to become the next generation of support ofeducational resources.
teachers. Scholarship recipients are bound to spend at least
As we bring this academic year to a close, I want to
four years teaching in the North Carolina system. Through
invite each ofyou to visit us to see for yourselfthe great
this distinguished program, L-R will not only bring more
things that are happening at Lenoir-Rhyne as we continue
top students to the campus, but it will also expand its
to educate the whole person.
mission ofsupport to state and local school systems.
A month ago,John '72 and Marilyn '73 Moretz chose Sincerely.
to honor their alma mater with a $5.1 million gift, the
largest in Lenoir-Rhyne's history. This gift demonstrates
the Moretzes' complete commitment to Lenoir-Rhyne's Wayne B. Powell, Ph.D.
mission ofeducating the whole person. It will provide President ofthe College
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PROFILE
Editor
MargaretAllen
Contributing Writers
MargaretAllen
Photos
MargaretAllen, Milt Hawes,
Dr. Dan Kiser, Mike Langford, Spring 2007 Volume 57 Number
Phil Robinson 1
Layoutand Design
Bill Kincaid
Features
Graphic Design Services
Printing The largest gift in the history of the college
Hickory Printing Group
Web site
www.lrc.edu
Shuford Gymnasium 50th Anniversary 6
President
Dr. Wayne Powell
828-328-7334, [email protected]
ExecutiveVice President Coach Fred Goldsmith stresses fundamentals 9
and Dean ofthe College
Dr. John Sorenson
828-328-71 12, [email protected] Deaf tuba player challenges preconceptions 19
Vice President
for Institutional Advancement
Scott Shrode
828-328-7360, [email protected] On the ground in Fallujah, Iraq 20
Vice President
forAdministration and Finance
Peter Kendall Striking the right chord with young musicians 22
828-328-7100, [email protected]
Vice President
and Dean ofStudents 24
AnitaJohnson Gwin Globetrotting professor to retire
828-328-7246, [email protected]
Vice President
forEnrollment Management In Each Issue
Rachel Nichols '90
828-328-7306, [email protected] Bear Tracks 10
Class Notes or Change ofAddress
JeanneWright
L-R Giving 16
828-328-7 7 [email protected]
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To suggesta story idea,contact
MargaretAllen at 828-328-7109, Alumni News 25
[email protected]
Office ofCollege Relations
On The Cover:
(IncludesAlumni, Church and
Parent Relations) The Lenoir-Rhyne College
The ShufordPsychos, a pep squad composed of Mission Statement
John Huss 74, Director
Lenoir-Rhyne students, cheer during the basketball
828-328-7170, [email protected]
game between the Bears and the Catawba College In pursuit of the devel-
Nikki Hayes '94, opment of the whole
Director ofAlumni Programs Indians. The game was part ofShuford Gymnasium's person. Lenoir-Rhyne
828-328-7080, [email protected] 50th Birthday Bash. See story andmorephotos onpage 6. ICollege seeks to liber-
ate mind and spirit,
(Photo by Margaret Allen.)
©Copyright 2007 byLenoir-Rhyne clarify personal faith,
College, Hickory, NC. Lenoir-Rhyne, foster physical whole-
founded in 1891, isa privateliberal arts ness, build a sense of
institution affiliatedwith the North community, and promote responsible
CarolinaSynod of the Evangelical leadership for service in the world.
Lutheran Church in America. As an institution of the North Carolina
Synod of the Evangelical Lutheran
Profile isa publicationof Church in America, the College holds
Lenoir-RhyneCollege. the conviction that wholeness of per-
Lenoir-Rhyne sonality, true vocation, and the most
useful service to God and the world are
best discerned from the perspective of
Christian faith.
Postagepaid at As a community of learning, the College
7thAvenue NEand 8th StreetNE provides programs of undergraduate,
Hickory, North Carolina 28603 graduate, and continuing study commit-
POSTMASTER, ted to the liberal arts and sciences as a
send addresschanges to: Lenoir-Rhyne receives largest gift in its history foundation for a wide variety of careers
L-RAlumniOffice and as guidance for a meaningful life.
from John '72 and Marilyn '73 Moretz
P. 0. Box7228 Approved by the Lenoir-Rhyne College
Hickory, NC 28603 See story on page 4. Board of Trustees November2001
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The
largest
gift
the history
in
of the coliege
n February, Lenoir-Rhyne I are very excited about developing provides socks for all the college's
College announced the with Lenoir-Rhyne College a Sports athletic teams. He is co-chair ofthe
largest gift in its history Center to house track and field, Hanley H. Painter Bear Memorial
whenJohn y72 and soccer, softball, baseball and other GolfTournament, which raised two
We
Marilyn Manning '73 field sports. feel this state-of- scholarships for student athletes this
Moretz committed $5.1 the-art facility will attract many year. He also sponsors the Moretz
talented student athletes to the Sports/Lenoir-Rhyne College
million in association with the
college and allow them to excel on Championship Series, an incentive
Piedmont Educational Foundation.
the field as well as in the classroom. program for coaches.
The donation will create the The energy and excitement that
Moretz sponsors several Lenoir-
Moretz Sports Center, a venue that these student athletes bring to
Rhyne tournaments each year and
will be used by numerous varsity our campus are an integral part of
gives the Ronnie Lott Heavy Hitter
sports and will benefit all ofthe continuing Lenoir-Rhyne College's Award after each football game.
college's students. It also creates the leadership in our community and This award, which recognizes the
Steven Harris Moretz Scholarship, nation."
most valuable player ofthe game,
which is the largest nursing He added, "We feel that provides a $1,000 donation for each
scholarship gift ever received by the nurses are the 'front line' ofservice game to Habitat for Humanity of
college. This scholarship is given in to many patients and critically Catawba County.
memory of their son, Steven Harris impact the quality ofhealth care
Moretz also provides champion-
Moretz. they receive. The Steven Harris
ship rings to all first-place teams
Moretz Scholarship will assist many
"This gift from John and at Lenoir-Rhyne College and
Marilyn Moretz will have a lasting students to fulfill their dreams of named several football lockers in
helping others."
impact on Lenoir-Rhyne students the McCrorie Center. In addition,
and this community," said Dr. A former member ofthe Bears he partnered with Kathy Ireland
Wayne Powell, president ofthe Football Team, John has been Worldwide to establish the Kathy
college. "We are indebted to them a lifelong supporter ofLenoir- Ireland Gala. Last year, proceeds
Rhyne College and the Piedmont from this event were distributed
for partnering with us to ensure
Educational Foundation/Bears to the Piedmont Educational
that our students have the finest
Club. He is currently on the Foundation, Lenoir-Rhyne College
educational experience anywhere."
Executive Board ofthe PEE He is Katrina Reliefand Habitat for
John Moretz said: "Marilyn and CEO ofGoldToeMoretz, which Humanity.
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Whenever Lenoir-Rhyne has father. C. Hugh Moretz 34 earned Lenoir-Rhyne after graduating from
had a need, John and Marilyn a degree in economics from Lenoir- Hickory High. She went on to earn
Moretz have responded generously. Rhyne. The founder ofMoretz her bachelor of fine arts degree from
In 2002, they provided naming Mills, Hugh was also a member the San Francisco Art Institute,
gifts for two nursing offices in the ofthe colleges Business Council. where she is currently working on
McCrorie Center in honor of two Over the years, the family has
her masters in fine arts.
Dawn
neonatal nurses, Mariece also supported the Martin Luther
Mabe and Karen Eileen Simpson, Fellows Program. The extended Moretz family
who provided special care to their has had a long association with
John and Marilyn Moretz are
twin sons, Steven and Charles, Lenoir-Rhvne College. The first
members of the colleges Founders
shortly after their birth at Baptist Society. Marilyn is a member of member of the family to graduate
Hospital. from Lenoir-Rhvne was Elizabeth
Delta Zeta sorority. Their son,
John and Marilyn contributed Charles, who is named for his LeonardMoretz, John Moretzs
to the Mauney-Schaeffer grandfather, graduated from grandmother, who received her
Conference Hall project by Lenoir-Rhyne in 2006 and is now degree in 1903. In all, a total of 17
endowing the Charles Hugh Moretz employed at GoldToeMoretz. family members are counted among
Sr. Scholarship in honor of his Their daughter, Laura, attended L-R alumni.
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Lenoir-Rhyne colebrates
anniversary
]th
Shu Gymnasium
of ford
lumni and friends of
Lenoir-Rhyne College
gathered on Feb. 17,
2007, to celebrate the
50th anniversary of
Shuford Gymnasium.
The anniversarywas
marked with reunions for all the teams
that have played there over the years:
men's and women's basketball, and
women's volleyball.
The teams' alumni were also
recognized during halftime at the men's
and women's basketball games. Between
the two games, theRev. Dr. Andrew
Weisner '79, college pastor, re-dedicated
the gym.
The Bears played the Catawba
College Indians, whom they had played
50 years earlier when the building was
dedicated. During the gym's dedication The groundbreaking ceremony for the Shuford Gymnasium was held at
game, played Feb. 16, 1957, the L-R Homecoming 1955. Standing left to right are Dr. VoigtR. Cromer '25, college
Bears defeated their rivals 87-66. The president; the Rev. Dr. F.L Conrad '16, president of the United Evangelical
capacity crowd ofapproximately 3,660 Lutheran Synod of North Carolina; Robert Clemmerof Clemmer & Horton, the
was "the biggest to ever witness an indoor architectural firm that designed the building; and Alex ShufordJr.,
whose company contributed the naming gift for the building.
event in the Hickory area," according to a
later basketball brochure.
The members ofthe 1956-57 men's
basketball team included Leonard
Aurand '60, Harlan Bowman '60,
Frank Cline '58, Walt Comwell '57,
David Craft '60,JerryFox '59, Edwin
Goodnight '60,JohnnyPaulJames '59,
ThomasMcCormick '60, Ken Norman
'60, Tommy Sellari '59, RobertSmith
'60, Raeford Wells '57andJoe White
'60.Jim "Pappy"Hamilton was the
head basketball coach. The team had
a 24-2 record that year and went on
to win the North State Conference
Championship.
In 1957, there were no women's
The L-R Bears take on the Catawba College Indians on Feb. 16, 1957,
basketball or volleyball teams. In fact, the
when the building was dedicated. The Bears won 87-66.
college only had five intercollegiate sports,
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all for male athletes. Today, the college
men
has 15 intercollegiate sports for
and women, with more planned for the
future.
The gym's construction cost more
than $500,000 and marked a major
improvement to physical education
facilities. A new gym was desperately
needed. The college often had to use the
Hickory Community Center for major
athletic events. Cline Gym, an older
structure, was too small for large crowds.
Ground was broken for Shuford
Gymnasium during Homecoming 1955
when Dr. Voigt Cromerwas president.
The college had tried to raise funds for a
new gym for several years. However, the
Women's basketball team alumnae were recognized
building became a reality whenA. Alex during halftime of the women's game.
ShufordJr., president ofShuford Mills
Inc., pledged that his company would
supply the rest ofthe needed money. The projects: an auditorium (P.E. Monroe the new Morgan Hall while the women
gym was named in memory ofhis father, Auditorium), a music building (Mauney moved into Fritz Hall. The student union
A. Alex ShufordSr., founder ofShuford Music Building), a dining hall expansion, and the college dining hall project were
Mills and a leading philanthropist. a science building (Minges Science later combined and became the Cromer
The gymnasium project was part of Building), a gymnasium (Shuford Center.
Our Campaign for a Greater Lenoir- Gymnasium), a college union and a An elaborate dedication ceremony for
women's dormitory. The dormitory plans
Rhyne, a $1.5 million fund-raising the new gym was held between the
were later changed, and men occupied
effort that included seven construction junior varsity and varsity basketball
games in 1957. The ceremony included
a processional ofeveryone involved in
the project, prayers, speeches, and several
musical selections. The keys to the new
facility were ceremonially handed over
by Shuford and received by Professor
Clarence Stasavich '35, head of the
Department ofPhysical Education.
The new gym ushered in a series
ofoutstanding seasons for the Bears. In
1957, Pappv Hamilton was coaching his
last season for the Bears. Raeford Wells
'57, one ofthe college's finest basketball
players, was a member ofthat team. He
was named All Conference for four years
and All American for three years.
The following year. Couch Billy
Wells led the team to the North State
Several former basketball coaches were recognized during halftime at the Conference championship, and the
Shuford Gym 50th anniversary basketball game. They are, left to right: Bob NAIA District 26 title. The team finished
Hodges, Melvin Ruggles, Billy Wells '51, and Jim "Pappy"Hamilton.
Hodges served as head coach from 1971 to 1978. Ruggles was head coach its season by participating in the national
from 1966 to 1970. Wells is a member of the L-R Hall of Fame and served finals in Kansas City. Wells was named
as head coach from 1957 to 1965. He was an assistant coach to Hamilton Coach ofthe Year in District 26 that year.
on the 1956-57 team that opened Shuford Gym. Hamilton is an L-R Hall In the 1959-60 academic vear, the men's
of Fame member who coached from 1950 to 1957. He was head coach basketball team won its third North State
for the first game ever played in Shuford Gym. That year's team won 24 Conference championship title in four
consecutive games, finishing the season 24-2. Not shown is current years. "Fair Star," a historv of the college,
Head Coach John Lentz '74, who is also an L-R Hall of Fame member. dubbed this group "a team of stars."
Lentz is now in his 21st year at the helm of L-R's men's basketball.
Through the vears, Shuford
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Numerous former men's basketball players gathered for a reunion at
the Shuford Gym 50th anniversary basketball game.
.
Gymnasium would see many more won the Food Lion/SACTournament ofmany commencement ceremonies and
exciting games.John Lentz '74has served Championship and earned a berth in other special events. On March 20, 1979,
NCAA
as men's basketball coach since 1986 and Division II playoffs under Coach President GeraldFordgave a campaign
is a four-time South Atlantic Conference Karen Barefoot. speech there. A capacity crowd packed
Coach ofthe Year. One ofthe colleges DaveMarkland, now in his fourth the gym to hear him, while another
most well-known alumni, RickBarnes year as head volleyball coach, has made 2,500 stood outside in the rain, hoping
On
'77, now head coach ofthe University of impressive strides in that program. In to catch a glimpse ofthe president.
Texas Longhorns, played in Shuford Gym 2003, he guided the team to its first-ever Oct. 6, 2005, celebrated sportswriter
while a student. SAC Regular Season Championship Frank Defordwas interviewed there by
The Lady Bears basketball team and a berth in the NCAA Division II WFAE radio host Mike Collins as part
also had its share ofglory. In 1976, the playoffs and was named SAC Coach of ofthe colleges Visiting Writers Series.
team won the NCAIA Championship the Year. In 2004, the team was SAC co- Twenty-two years after the
NCAA
under Coach DaleAbernathy. Other champions and advanced to the dedication ofthe gym, the Shuford
NCAIA Championships were earned in Division II playoffs. In 2006, the team Physical Education Center was added.
1979-80, 1980-81 and 1981-82 under was once again SAC co-champions. It was named in memory ofA. Alex
Coach PatSmith. In 2002-03, the team Shuford Gym has also been the site ShufordJr., who was a college trustee
when he died on Dec. 25, 1971. In his
estate, he left the college $500,000 in
the form ofa challenge grant to improve
the Shuford gym and other college
recreational facilities. The gift was
contingent upon an additional $500,000
being raised by the college within
A
six months ofhis death. campaign
chaired by O. LeonardMoretz raised
$600,000 within the required time.
However, the project was delayed due to
changes in plans and inflation. By 1977,
it was clear that the addition would cost
between $1.9 million and $2 million.
The additional funds for this project,
plus funding for other college needs,
Members ofthe 2006 Volleyball Team were recognized atthe Shuford Gym were raised in the Greater Catawba
celebration. On thefront row (leftto right) are Kim Jackson; Christine Todd; Valley and Alumni Campaign of 1977
CatherineFulton, SAC All-TournamentTeam; Lauren McLelland, Second Team chaired by Charles D. Dixon. The
All-Conference; and Jordan Ledfbrd, SAC All-Freshmen Team. On the back row, physical education center was dedicated
leftto right are KassiHenry;Angela Danley, assistant coach; Stephanie Carter; on Sept. 29, 1979. It included the
KatieSloan;Katie Novacek, Second Team All-Conference; AbbySmith, FirstTeam Moretz Gym, office space for coaches, a
All-Conference; Natalie Krause;Kathryn Phillips, SAC Co-ScholarAthlete ofthe Year,
swimming pool and a boardroom for the
Second Team All-Conference; and Dave Markland, SAC Coach ofthe Year. H
Piedmont Educational Foundation.
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stresses fundamentals
Above the office door ofHead had had "a rough 12 years." During that more than athletic talent. He's looking for
Football CoachFred Goldsmith hangs time, the Bears had 1 1 losing seasons. players who are good students and who
a banner. It reads: "Men ofgenius are The college agreed to add more have an intense desire to succeed. "We
admired. Men ofwealth are envied. Men coaching positions after Goldsmith pointed want somebody who can graduate and
ofpower are feared. Men ofcharacter are out that they were understaffed compared represent the college well," he said. He
remembered and trusted." to other colleges in their conference. added that "the better the student, the
He brought with him Mike Houston as fewer problems." Good students are often
Every time the football players and
defensive coordinator and Blake Harrellas eligible for academic scholarships as well as
assistant coaches enter the weight room,
linebackers coach. Houston was a highly athletic ones.
they see that banner. Nearby is another
banner: "My last name is LRC." successful coach at Robertson High School He also cited the McCrorie Center
in Asheville, N.C. (winning 45 games in as a recruiting plus. "It's better than any
These slogans are part ofwhat the five years), and later served as defensive facility in our conference," he said. In
new football coach is trying to instill in his coordinator at Brevard College. Harrell addition, the friendliness ofthe faculty,
team. Or, as he told his assistants during was an assistant under Goldsmith when staffand students makes prospects want
a staffmeeting, "Y—ou have to emphasize he coached the Franklin (North Carolina) to come here. Another bonus
the fundamentals over, and
is the planned addition ofa
over, and over again. Insist they trackprogram next year. A
do it right every time. Don't new trackwill be one ofthe
let them become sloppy in the
projects funded through the
fundamentals. That's the trick."
recent $5.1 million gift byJohn
And Goldsmith should '72 and Marilyn '73Moretz.
know. He has had a long Goldsmith said he's hoping
and distinguished career as some ofthe players will be able
a football coach, being twice to play on both teams.
named national coach ofthe
But isn't everyone looking
year when he led the programs
for players who are good
at Duke and Rice universities.
athletes, good students and
He was also a national leader in
who have good character
graduation rates for his players. How
and intensity? can
When Lenoir-Rhyne L-R compete with the big
approached him about taking universities? He responded
over the Bears program, he with a smile, "It's not my job
was retired from coaching. to compete with Carolina and
However, he had kept "close Clemson. We don't play them."
to the game" through his work
Goldsmith has instituted
as a color analyst forWestern High School team, where he posted the
a rigorous weight training and cardio
Carolina University and byworkingwith most wins in the school's history (47-14). workout schedule for the football team.
the Fellowship ofChristian Athletes. Goldsmith also moved assistant coach The first scrimmages will be played in late
There were many factors that caused TrentLowman from part-time to full-time. March. Then theywill get down to the
him to come out ofretirement to lead the One ofthe fundamentals, ofcourse, is final preparations in August.
Bears. "I think it's in your blood and it recruiting talented players. Goldsmith said
never quite leaves you," he said. However, he is well pleased with this year's recruiting Goldsmith admits that the team is
he noted, "I would not have gone just class. He said he felt the team had been still fairly young. Next year there will
anywhere." only be eight or nine returning seniors.
looking too far afield for talent, and should
"That's a litde scary," he admitted. While
By the time L-R officials approached concentrate on recruiting in western he's not making any predictions about the
him about the job, they had made a North Carolina. In particular, he said, the upcoming season, he's optimistic.
commitment to making some necessary college should rely on its many alumni
changes. Having a winning team is more who are high school coaches to recommend On the wall behind his desk are three
than just having a good coach, he said. prospects. portraits ofthe legendary Coach Clarence
"A lot ofthings are based on institutional This year, the team only signed seven Stasavich 35, Lenoir-Rh)rnes most
attitude and leadership. I felt like out-of-state players. The other 18 are from successful coach ever. "It kind ofreminds
everybodywas on the same page at Lenoir- North Carolina. All but two come from me ofwhat we need to do," he said.
Rhyne. I see myselfas being a fortunate schools within two-and-a-halfhours of
beneficiary ofthat attitude." Hickory. For more information about Goldsmith
Goldsmith admitted that the college Goldsmith said he is looking for andthe Bearsfootballprogram, go to
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BEAR TRACKS
Nursing student studies
Hmong medical beliefs L-R joins
NORTH CAROLINA Teaching Fellows
Mee Yang, a senior nursing
TEACHING
student at Lenoir-Rhyne College, has Lenoir-Rhyne College recently
completed an honors thesis about FELLOWS learned it had been accepted
Hmong
health-care beliefs. into the North Carolina Teaching
Yang is a member ofthe Hmong R O G R A \1 Fellows Program. Out of 36 private
colleges and universities in the
ethnic group and was born in a refugee
camp in Thailand. She moved with state, L-R is one of only five
chosen to participate.
her family to California when she
was 2 years old, and moved to North The Teaching Fellows Program encourages outstanding high school students
Carolina in 1998. Many Hmong to choose a teaching career. Each student chosen for the highly selective
formerly lived in Laos and were program receives a loan/scholarship of $26,000 from the state, payable
recruited by the CIA to fight on the in $6,500 annual increments. The full loan is forgiven after the Fellow has
American side during the Vietnam completed four years of teaching in North Carolina public schools. In addition,
War. Following the war, many Hmong the participants will be involved in a series of enrichment activities designed
were forced to flee their homeland and to develop leadership. Lenoir-Rhyne plans to accept 15 Teaching Fellows in the
have immigrated to the United States. freshman class that will enter in 2007.
Yang's research examined whether
Hmong living in North Carolina still
These can include herbal medicines
believe in and practice traditional
and consulting a shaman for a healing
medicine, or whether they have
ceremony. Many Hmong believe that
abandoned those practices in favor of
tried and true methods should not be
Western medicine.
abandoned since they have worked for
Yang said she wanted to conduct many generations.
the research because she wondered
how much the Hmong-Americans had Ofthe 91 Hmong surveyed, 47
percent still hold traditional health-care
retained oftheir traditional culture.
beliefs. Younger Hmong were less likely
She explained that most Hmong do
to do so. They were also less likely to
not reject Western medicine, but
be aware ofsome ofthe traditional
often try traditional treatments first. Hmong beliefs about health. Yang
concluded that many influences
contributed to these findings, including
Hmong
culture illiteracy, successful
acculturation and assimilation, and
adoptingWestern beliefs such as the
concept ofthe individual.
The Lenoir-Rhyne Business Council
At the suggestion ofDr. Linda will recognize John Moretz '73as
Reece, chair ofthe L-R Nursing this year's Business Leader of the
Division, Yang submitted her research Year. A luncheon in his honor will
be held at 11:30 a.m. April 18 at
to the State ofNorth Carolina
the Holiday Inn Select.
Undergraduate Research and Creativity
Symposium, held recently at North Tickets are $40 for Business
Carolina State University. Her Council members, $60 for non-
work was accepted, and she traveled members and $300 for a table of
to NCSU for a daylong program eight. To reserve your tickets, call
honoring undergraduate research 828-328-7108.
throughout the state.
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