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NORFOLK STATE UNIVERSITY®
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October 2013, Issue 21
Achieving Excellence. Success Beyond Measure.
A Newsletter for Faculty, Staff, Alumni and Friends of Norfolk State University
By Keisha N. ReynoldsCommunications and Marketing Intern
Legacy Media Institute toPresent First International Film Festival in Norfolk
Tim Reid’s Legacy Media Institute, in partnership with Norfolk State
University and the City of Norfolk, will present the first annual International
Film Festival November 8–10, 2013.
In celebration of the art of filmmaking, the international film festival will present
an international showcase of culturally diverse films, while providing local,
national and international filmmakers a forum for their work to be viewed,
appreciated and discussed. The festival will serve as a vehicle to initiate open
dialogue on issues and ideas that build cultural awareness and appreciation.
The three-day international film festival will feature a diverse array of film and
panel discussions, workshops, product and equipment presentations at a variety
of venues in the city of Norfolk and on the campus of Norfolk State University.
Screenings will include a dazzling complement of 30 short and feature-length
films from a select group of directors and producers from more than 10 countries.
An opening night “Red Carpet” VIP celebration, Saturday night gala and
closing night awards ceremony and celebration are also highlights of the festival.
Tickets for the festival may be purchased through the website.
As the first such collaborative effort for the Legacy Media Institute, Norfolk
State University and the City of Norfolk, the film festival is poised to provide direct
cultural impacts. “I am excited by the opportunity to promote our mutual mission
of promoting excellence and appreciation for filmmakers and the stories that they
tell,” said founder, filmmaker and actor Tim Reid.
The Legacy Media International Film Festival is for filmmakers and film lovers
alike. Attendees will be entertained, informed and inspired by the passions and
unique visions of the filmmakers that represent a perspective of interconnectedness
of cultures. For more information, visit www.lmi-iff.org.
New Greenhouse, New Possibilities
Norfolk State University’s biology program is undergoing the reconstruction of its
greenhouse, set to open in December 2013.
Due to leaks, accessibility and safety concerns, NSU’s new greenhouse
will replace the previous version that was housed on the roof of the Woods
Science Building. The new greenhouse will be located between the Woods
Science Building and Dick Price Stadium, allowing students to create a
controlled environment where durable plants will be able to grow and water,
electricity, and heat will no longer be a concern.
Danielle Gray, a senior biology student, is excited about all the possibilities
this will bring for her program. “I’m looking forward to increasing the amount
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for information I already know and
putting it towards more opportunities
of research and plant observations,”
said Gray.
This project is funded by
Maintenance Reserves, which
provide funding for special repairs and
updates. “This project totaled to
$454,720,” said Anton Kashiri,
associate vice president for facilities
management.
In an effort to promote research,
learning and service, each plant will
focus on the research projects taking
place within the classroom. Some of
those projects will focus on areas the
United States Department of
Agriculture and the Farm Services
Agency find significant, such as
food sources.
Botany and plant physiology
courses will have representative
plants, as well. “We will focus on crop
plants, such as cucumbers, peas,
carrots, collards, maize, corn, kidney
beans, and cloning African Violets,”
said Dr. Camellia Okpodu, biology
professor, who is a key player in
this project.
Students will be allowed to create a
controlled environment where durable
plants will be able to grow. Dr. Okpodu
is hoping that the plants can be used
to beautify the campus and sell to
the community.
“Even in the most favorable climate,
soil quality, unusual weather
conditions, bugs and infestation can
still pose a threat to well-tended plants.
These issues can be lessened when
water, heat, light and air can be
regulated,” said Dr. Okpodu.
With this well-researched location,
water, electricity, and heat will not be
a problem.
Making Waves 2
Making Waves is published
by the Office of Communications
and Marketing.
(757) 823-8373
Eddie N. Moore, Jr.Interim President and CEO
Deborah C. FontaineInterim Vice President
for University Advancement
Cheryl Bates-LeeAVP of University Relations
Stevalynn Adams
Regina Lightfoot
Christopher Setzer
MAKING
WAVESWAVES
Norfolk State University recently
has been recognized for its
ability to deliver excellent
programs as well as for graduates
receiving a return on their investment
in a degree from the University.
Affordable CollegesOnline.org (AC
Online) ranked Norfolk State University
as a top college in Virginia for return on
investment. The recently launched
ranking identified the 28 Virginia
colleges where degrees pay off the
most. Students who graduate from
these colleges earn more over their
lifetimes, on average, than graduates
from other Virginia institutions. NSU
ranked 24th. AC Online analyzed 173
fully accredited, four-year, not-for-profit
Virginia colleges using tuition and fees
(provided by IPEDS/NCES), graduates’
average starting salaries and return on
investment (ROI) calculation (provided
by PayScale) to reach its findings.
NSU is fully and unconditionally
accredited by the Commission on
Colleges of the Southern Association
of Colleges and Schools and all
programs eligible for national
accreditation are nationally accredited.
The University’s distance education
programs have received the Quality
Standards Certification from the United
States Distance Learning Association.
In addition, BestOnlineColleges.org
has recognized NSU’s special
education degree program as one
of the best in the nation for the
2013-2014 academic year. A leading
resource for online education,
BestOnlineColleges.org released its
lists, which were compiled from data
and surveys about programs across
the nation. The data and surveys were
gathered and analyzed over the course
of the 2012-2013 academic year.
Both organizations said in their
online
statements
that their
goal
is to
educate
potential
students
and their
parents about their
options when selecting an institution
of higher education.
Online Organizations RecognizeNSU for Degree Programs
New Greenhouse Continued
Making Waves 3
Nursing and Allied HealthInterim Chair Named
NSU Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs
Dr. Sandra J. DeLoatch has appointed Dr. Jessica M.
Parrot as interim chair to the Department of Nursing
and Allied Health, effective August 26.
Dr. Parrot holds the bachelor of science in nursing, the master
of science in nursing-pediatric nurse practitioner, doctorate of
nursing practice and the postgraduate nurse educator
certificate from Old Dominion University. Since 2010, Dr. Parrott
has served as the BSN coordinator in NSU’s nursing program.
A national search will be conducted to identify the permanent nursing and
allied health department chair.
Campus CommunityMeets Interim President
Interim President and CEO Eddie N.
Moore Jr. took two days out of his
first week on campus to meet
students, faculty and staff.
On Tuesday, Sept. 24, students
who were eating lunch in Scott-Dozier
Dining Hall had the chance to meet
and talk with Moore. “I’m excited
because change can be good,” said
Matthew Carey, a sophomore biology
student. “He seems like a respectable
guy, and it’s great to see him interact
with students.”
This dining experience began with a
brief introduction of Moore, who noted
on Sept. 22, the day before his term
began, that he dined at the student
dining hall with his wife. “I want to be
highly engaged with student life and
my goal today was to meet with
students before I met with any other
large group of campus affiliates,”
said Moore.
Shandré Earl, student government
association president, was delighted to
see this event take place. “This was a
great idea and a great way for students
to meet the new president in a less
formal fashion, and within their comfort
zone,” said Earl.
Moore continued his campus
introduction by meeting with faculty
and staff on Thursday, Sept. 26, in a
packed room in the Student Center. He
looked relaxed as he emphasized to
those in attendance that he is at
Norfolk State to make improvements
and restore the public’s trust. Dr.
Chinedu Okala, professor of fine art,
was impressed. “There’s clear,
compelling evidence of higher
education administrative experience,”
said Okala, who added, “I wish him
the best.”
NSU Chess Club Back in Full Swing
Countless student clubs andorganizations at Norfolk StateUniversity have rich histories.
Unbeknownst to most, the NSU ChessClub has been around since the early1960s. Will Ferrell, a Norfolk StateUniversity psychology major, serves asthe president of the club and isdetermined to ensure it flourishes to itsfull potential. Over the years the club hasexperienced its ups and downs withstudent participation; however, in 2008the club began to regrow its presenceon the campus. To date there areapproximately 312 members meetingon an average of three times a month. “Not only are we remaining activeon-campus but in the community aswell. We teach the sport of chess atseveral local high schools and librariesthroughout the Norfolk area,” said
Ferrell. “The club, which is an affiliateof the United States Chess Federation,is capable of hosting U.S.C.F.tournaments on and off campus.” Dr. Arthur Bowman, the club’sadvisor, noted that the order andstructure of chess helps students solvecomplex problems. “When students sitdown with chess, they are able tofocus and critically think,” said Dr.Bowman. He believes there is anoticeable transformation in studentself-image once they learn to play thegame of chess. The club is open to all NSUstudents and is continuously seekinggrowth. For more information on theNSU Chess Club, contact theorganization’s advisor Dr. ArthurBowman at [email protected] or visit Room 101A in the WoodsScience Building.
By Keisha N. ReynoldsCommunications and Marketing Intern
By Eboni S. VeneyCommunications and Marketing Intern
Dr. Jessica M. Parrott
Making Waves 4
Glenn King, a Center for MaterialsResearch graduate student, washonored at NASA Langley ResearchCenter’s Inventors Award Ceremony. A NASA Langley employee, King
was recognized for his technical
achievements including eight patents
issued in 2012.Dr. Chung-Chu(George) Hsieh,professor of computerscience and graduateprogram coordinator,along with former andcurrent graduatestudents, had threerefereed papers
published by three constituentconferences of the 2013 WorldCongress in Computer Science,Computer Engineering and AppliedComputing: G. Hsieh and E. Nwafor,“A Self-Protecting Security Frameworkfor CDA Documents,” in Proc. 2013,International Conference on Securityand Management, July 2013. E.Nwafor presented the paper; G. Hsieh,D. Paruchuri, C. Steward, E. Nwaforand D. Gadam, “Lessons Learned:Porting Java Applications to Android,”in Proc. 2013 International Conferenceon Software Engineering Research andPractice, July 2013; and R. Mullapudiand G. Hsieh, “A Monitored StudentTesting Application Using CloudComputing,” In Proc. 2013 InternationalConference on Frontiers in Education:Computer Science and ComputerEngineering, July 2013.
Angela K. Hayes,coordinator for NSU’sCenter for InnovativeNursing Education inthe Department ofNursing and AlliedHealth, who alsoserves as a
simulation nurse educator and regionaldirector of the Virginia State SimulationAlliance, is among the first cohort ofsimulation healthcare educatorsnationally to receive a certificate insimulation after completing an
immersion course at Drexel University.In addition, she has recently passedthe national certification examinationfor healthcare simulation.
Dr. Amelia Ross-Hammond,professor of music and NSU director of Service Learning and CivicEngagement, has been appointed byGov. Bob McDonnell to the Board forBehavioral Health and DevelopmentalServices.
Michael Carpenter has beennamed university registrar. With morethan 18 years of higher educationexperience, he brings to the position aworking knowledge of NSU, theRegistrar’s Office, information systemsand campus needs. In addition, to theRegistrar’s Office, he has worked in theoffices of Academic Affairs, FinancialAid and Enrollment Management andat Old Dominion University.
Catherine Coyle, administrativeassistant for the Early Childhood,Elementary and Special EducationDepartment, and Velma Jones,administrative/program supportspecialist at the Lyman Beecher Brooks Library, were recognized by theNational Association of EducationalOffice Professionals at its 79th AnnualConference and Institute. They werehonored at the Professional StandardsProgram (PSP) Banquet for theirprofessional and personalaccomplishments. Coyle received herPSP at the master’s degree, option IIlevel and the certified educational officeemployee distinction, while Jonesreceived the PSP at the advanced 1,option 1 level. Both are members of theNorfolk State University Association ofEducational Office Professionals(NSUAEOP). Additionally, during ameeting of the Mid-Atlantic region, twoNSUAEOP members were elected tonational committees—CleopatraRiddick, scholarship manager in theFinancial Aid Office, will sit on thestudent scholarships committee andApril Allbritton, office manager in thePresident’s Office, will serve on longrange planning.
CAMPUS Briefs
Angela K. Hayes
Dr. Chung-Chu Hsieh
Gerald Hunter, NSU’s vice
president for finance and
administration, began work on Sept.
1. In this role, he is responsible for
managing NSU's annual operating
budget, establishing current financial
policies and procedures as well as
overseeing capital and infrastructure
improvements for all units, divisions
and departments of the University.
Additionally, he will provide
leadership and oversight for key
financial and business areas
including auxiliary services, bursar,
human resources, controller,
planning and budget, facilities
management, payroll, procurement
services, risk management
and campus police.
Prior to NSU, Hunter
served as the vice
chancellor for finance and
administration and chief
financial officer at Winston
Salem State University
(WSSU) in North Carolina
where he provided
oversight of an annual
operating budget of $170
million and ensured the
overall operational
effectiveness and integrity
of WSSU’s financial
systems. He also was
responsible for developing
WSSU’s financial vision,
working collaboratively with
administration, faculty and staff in
budget development and
management.
Prior to serving at WSSU, Hunter
served as the chief financial officer
at Antioch University, special
assistant to the president for
institutional effectiveness at
Kentucky State University, vice
president for enrollment and
financial planning and the assistant
vice president for administration at
Northern Kentucky University, and
as the university budget officer and
budget analyst at Murray State
University.
Gerald Hunter
Making Waves 5
New Hires
Eugene Anderson
Procurement Services
Eddie Antoine III
Human Resources
Kelvin Arthur
University Advancement
Choni Ashley
Band
Cheryl Askew
Human Resources
Shannon Bailey
Facilities Management
Vick Beckett
Athletics
Wenter Blount
Spartan Success Center
Denee Bottoms
Student Affairs
Nathaniel Brown
Lyman Beecher Brooks
Library
Damien Cameron
Office Of Information
Technology
Kevin Cheney
Facilities Management
Lionel Dailey
Facilities Management
Kent Daniels
Facilities Management
Marcus Davis
Student Affairs
Kevin DeVantier
Athletics
Shannon Foxworth
Facilities Management
Atiya Frazer
Auxiliary
Jasmine Frazier
Athletics
Twanda Gainer
Nursing
Angela Garcia
Facilities Management
Brandi Gardner
Student Affairs
Krystina Hall
Student Affairs
Barbara Harrison
Nursing
Dia Hayes
Facilities Management
Melody Iannone
Career Services
Crystal Jenkins
University Advancement
Linda Jett-Pappas
Nursing
Tracci Johnson
Student Affairs
Karma Johnson-
Freeman
Bursar's Office
Roberta Jones
Facilities Management
Lucanne Kachmarik
Nursing
Bryan Kazmierski
Athletics
Xuemei Li
School of Extended
Learning
Timothy Lowder
Facilities Management
Willie Marsh
Facilities Management
Darrwin Parker
Facilities Management
Patricia Perkins-Smith
Facilities Management
Sangram Pradhan
College of Science,
Engineering and
Technology
Delisa Roberts-Jenkins
Accounts Payable
Shenelle Rogers
Accounts Payable
Jonathan Skuza
College of Science,
Engineering and
Technology
Felisa Smith
Nursing
Renee Stewart
Financial Services
Tiffani Dawn Sykes
Enrollment Management
Angela Taylor
Student Affairs
Jonathan Walker
Student Affairs
Sylvester Watkins
Human Resources
Malcolm Watts
Athletics
MC Wesley
Facilities Management
Roberson White
Athletics
Jerry Whitley
Facilities Management
Clarence Williams
Facilities Management
Karin Williams
Women's Economic
Development Center
Kenneth Willie
Facilities Management
Levon Wilson
Facilities Management
Qiguang Yang
College of Science,
Engineering and
Technology
Floyd Young
Facilities Management
NSU Welcomes its newemployees from January 2013through August 10, 2013.
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Making Waves 8
Norfolk State student Jenci D. Chavez wanted to study abroad, but didn’t
want to go too far from the U.S. When Chavez, a computer science major
who is fluent in Spanish, heard about the opportunity to participate in a
summer study program in Puerto Rico, she signed on.
She and two other NSU students, Andrea Haynes and Bethany Moore, spent
four weeks in Puerto Rico as part of a partnership between NSU’s Office of
International Studies and Service-Learning and the Global Institute for Romance
Studies (Instituto Global de Estudios Romances–IGER). The summer study
program was the first collaboration between the two entities and was coordinated
by Phyllis Cooper, NSU assistant professor of Spanish. “I just wanted to test the
waters before I decide to go very far,” said Chavez.
The island lends itself nicely to first-time travelers who want to learn about
another culture in an environment that is also familiar. It is a territory of the United
States, but its land and people have strong affinities with
Latin American culture and heritage. The
course explored Puerto Rico’s African
roots and taught the students Spanish.
Dr. José Hernández, IGER president,
said that IGER’s program has been
conceived and tailored to fulfill the
linguistic and cultural needs of African-
American students.
"Norfolk State needs a robust world
languages program, and Spanish will
soon be spoken by a majority of
Americans,” said Dr. Geoffroy
deLaforcade, director of International
Studies. “The Office of International Studies
is determined to send growing numbers of
students to the IGER program
each year."
Dr. Hernández said that the partnership
went well due in part because of IGER’s
participation in NSU’s International Week
activities during the 2012–13 academic year. “NSU allowed us to
reach the population that we aim to impact,” said Dr. Hernández.
He was thrilled with the NSU students who participated in the program. “It was
evident they were very well trained at NSU,” said Dr. Hernández. “All of them
worked hard and participated enthusiastically in all academic and cultural
activities.”
Although Chavez is fluent in Spanish, she chose to take the class with non-
native speakers, who were learning the language. As a class, they hiked the El
Yunque Rainforest, took dance lessons in the town of Loiza, and visited La
Cueva Ventana (the window cave) as well as museums, cathedrals, cemeteries
and historic landmarks. Outside class, Chavez and the others explored the
country and the culture. “We went back to Loiza on our own because we fell in
love with the town so much,” Chavez said. They also participated in the “Noche
de San Juan” celebration on June 24. “It is believed that when the clock strikes
midnight on the 24th,” she said, “you are to jump backwards into the ocean and
catch three waves for a fresh start and good luck.”
For Chavez, the experience has allowed her to be even more adventurous
in her travels. “I would tell other students that it can be a once in a lifetime
experience.”
Would she do it again? “Yes,” said Chavez, “absolutely.”
Students Become Immersed in Puerto Rican Culture
Making Waves 9
Construction of the Nursing and Allied Health Building hit a milestone.
On Friday, Oct. 4, crews put the last piece of structural steel in place
during a “topping-out” ceremony.
The topping-out ceremony signifies the completion of the overall structure,
size, shape and form of the building and celebrates the mid-point of the building’s
construction, according to NSU Facilities Management project architect Kevin
Cheney. Full completion of the four-story, 140,676 square-foot building is
expected by October 2014.
This state-of-the-art facility is the first classroom building to be built on campus
since 1975 when the Robinson Technology Center was built. Plans for the new
building call for 49 classrooms and labs, a café, computer labs and faculty
lounges. It will also have teleconferencing capabilities in several rooms. The
building will be environmentally efficient and is expected to achieve LEED Gold
certification. Located near the Lyman Beecher Brooks Library, the new building
will form the southern edge of the quad along Presidential Parkway.
Other construction around campus includes a four-month, $4 million
renovation to the L. Douglas Wilder Performing Arts Center. Funds for the
renovation came from a Virginia College Building Authority bond. As part of its
duties, the authority provides financing for certain capital projects and
educational equipment for state higher education institutions. Much of the
renovation involved elements within the 56,247 square-foot building’s structure.
Improvements included correcting a safety problem related to a tripping hazard
with the auditorium floor. Additional renovations included upgrading the heating
ventilation and air conditioning systems, communication, lighting, theater lighting,
stage rigging, audio-visual technology and improving handicap accessibility
throughout the building.
Classroom Building Construction Reaches Milestone