Bennett College - Belle Yearbook (Greensboro, NC)

Text from Pages 1 - 168 of the 1980 volume:

u M 1980 Greensboro, N. C. 27420 THE BELLE Belle Staff Pamela Griffin. Editor Tonni Sullivan, Assoc. Editor Kathy Colbert. Layout Asst. Photographers: Myra Davis, Debbie Hodges, Aaron Gar- rett, and Bernedette Hamilton Staff Researchers: Ellen P. Brinkley, Karen Dixon, Elise Staley, Carolyn Davis, Felecla Gatson, Betty Brown, and Tonya Martin Advisor: Miss Myra Davis Introduction 2 Academic Highlights 6 Student Life 30 Athletics 74 Classes 78 Organizations 120 Honors and Recognition 140 Commencement 152 Tributes 160 Dedication The Belle Staff dedicates the 1980 yearbook to Miss Alsie Trammell. She retired in May after having served as college nurse for 33 years. We wish for her a fruitful retirement. L r Trying Times It was the best of times, it was the worst of times Charles Dickens many years ago. There can be little disagreement that the days of 1979 were indeed just that, in fact, at times it seemed like most of our days were the worst of times. But for intent and purpose, we shall call it simply, trying times. Trying times because we continued to seek a lining at the end of the rainbow. Reflect for a moment on the topics which dominated the news and indirectly our daily lives. Gold prices and interest rates surge to record highs; Arab nations jack up oil prices and threaten international peace; Black voter registration lags; Black higher education threatened; Military registration and draf t of women con- sidered; Soviet-American relations shaky; Cambodians starving; Teachers and firemen strike; and Radical organiza- tions clash over conflicting ideologies .. . And life went on behind the red brick wall. While many of us tried to pretend that all was well, we heard speaker after speaker admonishing us to become productive parts of the solution process rather than victims of the turmoil. We were challenged to develop our leadership and critical thinking skills in order to assume new roles demanded by uncertain job markets. Slowly came the realization that to overcome trying times we needed faith in God, hard work, and determination. And many of us tried . . . I w r ACADEMIC HIGHLIGHTS Trying Times, Crying Times The fall semester began without too much contu- sion. Once the registration anxieties ended, we played the games of academe. I ' ve been searching for the magic success for- mula which did not include long hours of studying, initiative, and reading. After three years, I haven ' t found it. It ' s disgusting to hear about freshmen with 3.5 and 4 00 g.p.a. ' s. I heard that Myra George ' s favorite entertainment is reading and that she studies better when it ' s quiet. We were jarred when the status quo at Bennett was questioned by some black Methodists who recommended that we go coed to offset financial problems. Wasn ' t it great that our trustees spoke out in sup- port of our women ' s college tradition. If I had wanted to attend a coed college, I would have done so. Some of us obviously didn ' t realize that too many courses don ' t compensate for learning. The faculty moved to reduce curriculum pattern loads. I do think it makes more sense to make A ' s, B ' s, and C ' s in five courses, than to struggle with six or seven courses. I sometimes get sick when the instructor at- tempts to solve a problem or explain a concept and finds himself challenged by someone who speaks not from research but from opinion. Afterall, it ' s too hot in here for more hot air, Oh. that ' s nothing. I really had a problem and needed to discuss it with Dean Tipton, but he was away giving a clarinet concert. If you really want to know about tryin ' times, try to get an excuse from a college official for attending a function off campus. I know about that, the excuse run-around. I was first told that I needed an official excuse from Dr. Tipton or Miss Harris, so I decided to start from the top. Dr. Tipton told me to see Miss Harris who told me to see Miss Power - the advisor for the trip — who told me to see Mr. Bragg who told me to see Dr. Tipton. I gave up. t mam Jf £h r Humanities It might be that I am bragging about this division. You ' re right, I am. There is a great deal of creativity, innovation, and in- dividualism. And when you realize this, it makes the tryin ' times seem trivial. One of the highlights of the academic year was the implementation of the Com- prehensive Communication Skills Program. It focuses on the development of reading, speaking, and writing. But, I ' m quite disappointed that we are losing our drama courses. Yea, I was most impressed with the quality of the drama productions this year. On my way to the library last week, I heard the band students practicing and I wondered if we cut back in the right area. The Artist-ln-Residence Program was a tremendous success. I enjoyed the interac- tion with the artists. Did you hear the moans and groans during the English Comprehensive Exam? 11 r An Evening of Public Speaking We attended the Evening of Public Speaking in September and hardly made it in time to get a seat. Banner reporter Myra George concluded, It was graced by ex- cellent speakers, logical preparations and thought-provoking presentations. I think it takes a great deal ot guts to address an audience of Bennett Belles, said Bernedette Hamilton. The contestants competed in three categories of presentations — dramatic inter- pretation, original interpretation, and original oratory. The winner of the dramatic interpretation was freshman Stephanie Durham who recited Nikki Giovanni ' s peotry. Said George, Her two selections. Nikki Rosa and Ego Tripping - There May Be A Reason Why, contrasted with each other, one showing Giovanni at her lowest and the second, at the peak of her career. Rosalyn Scott ' s original oratory won top honors. ' ' Posit ivity — The Key To Success stimulated much audience response. If it ' s possible to drive a Mer- cedes Benz. why drive a Toyota? Linda Anderson, taking a serene ap- proach, won the original interpretation category. She presented a selection of poems. Hope Chest. Says George, The program was ex- cellent. 12 13 Hi _ ■■■ - ' ,. ■■■ r- r 14 In his first year as director of the Education Division, Dr. John T. McDonald had to brave the winds of reaccreditation of the Teacher Educa- tion Program by the State Department of Public Instruction. We passed. I can say that I am quite impressed at the teamwork of the faculty and students who made this period of orientation a meaningful one. Pam Griffin enjoyed watching Kathy Crosby collapse each day after student teaching in an open class situation. Said Kathy, I certainly hope I qualify for an administrative position soon. We were casually strolling to the din- ing hall one morning for breakfast when a breeze suddenly hit, almost knocking the curlers from my hair. What was that? That was a student teacher trying to get to breakfast and to meet her ride in ten minutes. Education 16 WY 17 18 Sciences Dr. J. Henry Sayles continues to aggressively pursue those activities that will propel more black women into the scientific fields. The latest development is the implementation of the Guided Initiative Competencies Based Systems Approach. I asked my roommate about that and she looked at me like I was crazy. She said, It actually means more work more time in the lab, more research, and more tutoring for me. Edwina Johnson will be entering dental school back home in Oklahoma. She and Edwina Wilson spent more time in the labs than they did in the dorm. The Home Economics Department celebrated its 50th anniversary. By the time I had finished those drapes for Mrs. Bell ' s class, I was seeing doubles. If you want to know about a trying experience, ask anyone about diving in the deep end of the pool for the first time 50 Years of Home Economics A friend of mine had a nightmare the day before the Home Economics Fashion Show. What about? I asked Chick. She thought Mrs. Streat was standing over her as she hemmed her gold dress at the last minute. The Home Ec. majors put in some long hours preparing for the celebration of the department ' s anniversary. If Shelia Drayton can ' t find a job in clothing, she can fix small appliances while job hunting. 20 Things were quiet in the Social Science Division this year. Things were routine and I don ' t know if that ' s good or bad. ' ' Mrs. Addo was so involved in that section on Germany that I found myself dreaming that Hitler came to power in Black Hall. Professors have feelings — good days and bad days — which accounts for their delivery on certain days. I went into business administration, not expecting any miracles and I didn ' t get any. Once the lecture is over, Dr. Trader has a beautiful sense of humor. Somewhere at the end of the economics rainbow, I will find some answers and hopefully, before the next exam. Coping with the Times Each day that we spend on this earth represents a precious moment. Plan each day to the fullest. Live each day so that your life will be remembered in the best possible way. —Mrs. Vereda King Economics Instructor 22 Social Sciences 24 25 r The Administration Dr. Isaac H. Miller, Jr., President 26 Mr Harold E. Bragg Dean of Students Dr. Perry V. Mack Director. Development Dr. George Breathett Dir, Planning SDIP Mr. James J. Scarlette Business Manager Mrs. Mary M, Eady Director of Records Dr. Chelsea Tipton Dean of the College F Faculty ■ Adda Assi Professor History Assl Professor Education lie Alston Chairman Music Department - ■ ■ .i Instructor Behavioral Suences (pi) 0 ' Marshena M Baird. Assl Professor Eduction Mr Norman Barbee Inslruclor. Art Department Mrs Queen Hester Betl Ass) Professor Departmenl ol Home Economics Mrs lovie Booker Ass! Pressor. Oepartmenl of Home Economics Mn Edmta W Butloch Instructor Library Science . Ma) 6undv Asso Prolessor, Depl of Social Behavioral Sciences tei G Byers. Head Librarian Assislani Mr Leander Canady. Instructor of Art Mr Wallet Carlson, Inslruclor. Department of MusictptJ Mr Alfred I Carter. College OrgamM Dr Dawn S Chaney, Chairperson. Department Of Physical Education Ms Carolina A Coston, inslruclor. Special Education Mis Julia W Covington Chairperson, Department of Business Economics Mrs Mary ) Crawford. Asso Prolessor Department ol Musk Ms Vivian L fuller, Inslruclor, Dept. ol Physical Education Mr Michael Gaspeny. instructor English Miss Wilhelmma f Gilbert. Asso Prolessor. Dept. ol Business 4 Economics Mrs Anne C Gillespie. Instructor English Ms Gwendolyn | Griffin, Instructor. Depl of Home Economics Miss Dorothy ) Hams. Director, freshman Studies Di Lloyd Harris, Professor, Department ol Biology Mrs Evelyn G Jones. Assl Prolessor. Dept ol Biology Mrs Veieda J King, Instructor, Dept of Business Economics Or Georgia B. Latimer. Asso Professor. English Dr Ruth M Lucier. Asso Professor. Philosophy Religion Dr Perry V Mack, Director of Development Asso Prolessor ol Biology Dr Donald f Martin. Director. Division ol Social Science Mis W B Mayo, Instructor, Depl of Business I Economics(pt) Mrs Withe Mae McCallum, Assl. Professor Social Science Dr lohn I McDonald, Oirector, Division of Education Mr leon J McDougi . Asso Professor, Dept of Physical Education Or Robert D Miller. Assl Prolessor. Dept of Social Behavioral Science 28 Ms Jennifer Mitchell, Instructor Dept of Physical Education Mr Elliol C MofMt. Instructor. Depl. of Communications Dr Edward E. Oliver. Asso Prolessor. Depl ol Business Economics Dr David Pimm. Asso Professor. Depl of Music(pt) Mrs Amy Reynolds. Asst. Professor, Dept of Education Dr Lynn Sadler, Director, Humanilies Division Dr Hortensia Sanchei-Boudy. Asso Prolessor, Dept ol Communications Dr I Henry Sayles, Director, Division of Sciences Mrs Jary R Scarlette Chairperson, Dept of Elementary Secondary Education Mrs Frances Schwarliwald. Instructor. Dept of Education Mrs Carrie M Shule, Asso Professor Depl ol Secondary Professional Studies Mrs. Louise Slreat, Chairperson, Dept. ol Home Economics Mrs Dons K. Surgeon, Assl Prolessor Depl. of Business Economics Mrs Geraldme lolten, Assl Prolessor. Department of Visual Arts Mrs Deiune E Townes, Director ol Field Studies Dr Oonnda D Trader. Prolessor of Psychology Mi Ray T Treadway, Acting Chairperson, Depl ol Mathematics Dr Helen Trobian. Prolessor, Interdisciplinary Studies Dr Virginia A Tucker, Prolessor Depl of Communications Mrs Mamie L Turner. Instructor, Depl ol Mathematics Mrs Nellouise Watkins, Director, Computer Center Mr Jon F While, Instructor. Dept ol Malhemalics(pl) Mrs Burma Wilkms, Asst Professor. Geography History Ms Dorolhy l Williams. Instructor. Library Science Dr Roiy B Wilson, Instructor. Dept. ol Chemistry Mrs Pauline M Wyrtch, Asio Media Coordinator Coping in Strife Enforce self discipline or experience self an- nihilation. The control of self determines the direc- tion in which you will go. —Gillespie Take full advantage of the opportunities a college education affords you. Don ' t be afriad of diligent work. It will give you the stamina to survive the future. -Griffin Administrative Staff M ' fird  4 ms Mj.ntMwxi Department Br. P E Aji o College Chaplain Mrs Btttj i| Hiii Us Charter K Bartwt Personnel Oireclor tt« D Biirn Off.ce Assistant RttistfjfiOlt.ee Ms Robyn A B« iHi Operator Stenographic Pool Mr (Kfirt Beftton. Offing Hill v CMrtbw Bififl. Ass-slant QH.ce ol Sludenl FuUKvYJ Am Hi HiioW Bragg Dean of Student Allans Or George Br«athctt Director Planning SDIP N [ Pro Maintenance Department Mr Ink Browning Superintendent. Building ft Grounds Ms Man , Burton Maintenance Department Mi McNeil Bush Maintenance Department tic Claries I Byrd Manager Book Store Ml Margaret Carr. Omint Wall Assistant Or Preston S Clark College Physician Mrs Brenda F Coales. Secretary. Division ot Sciences M Cirel Coley Duetto ot Admissions Mis Eiiow « Colston Duectoi ot Alumnae Atia.rs Mrs Urtint M Curry, library Assistant Mi On .J Curtaw, Maintenance Department Mis lamce Oan ls. Maintenance Department Miss Myra Dam Information ft Public Relations Officer Mrs Pttri F 0 tk Secretary, Humanities Division Residence Hall Directors Mrs Mj etij Donaldson, Maintenance Department Mrs Ma., Cady. Registrar Mrs SKfita M farmer Secretary Freshman Studies m DoiHIta Ferguson, Fjecutnre Secretar, Collect OearVs 0tt.ee Mrs Rosftla S Florance. Secretary 0.m.on ol Social Sciences Mrs Bealnce Foster. Maintenance Department Mr Fred Foster Maintenance Department Mis Margaret Gimbrll iiecutnre Secretary. President s Office Mrs Peggy Garrelt S ecreUry. Buildings ft Grounds Mr Dewey Camion Dinuq ■ Services H Gimi Mwtmnci Department Gook, Children s House Ms tguiiij Griffin EHltmj Hill Ms hithy [ CfltflR, Dining Hall Mn lean iiroomes, Secretary Admissions Ottici Ms Mannr Hams Maintenance Department Mis Add ( Hair mm. technical Services Qui, typUl Healld l ntn Or Floyd W Hemey ii Clinical Psychologist Ms Rosa Henryhand, Campus Police Mrs Deborah Holland. SecreUry, Business Office ■ ' Hooker. Purchasing Olficer Ms Vernell tibelle. Housekeeping Buildings ft Grounds Mr Kenton lenkms. Store Room Clerk Property Control Mis Alia Johnson. Maintenance Department Mrs Joyce D Jones. Secretary, Purchasing 0H.ce Mr-, Myra M Jones. Dietitian Mr Quim.y ludkms, Maintenance Department Mr David Km,; A. nijn.1 Bookkeeping Office Mrs Mary E Kirkpalnck. Poslmislress Ms Kathryn lawson. Maintenance Department Ms loune Lewette. Maintenance Department Mr Roland lowery. Campus Police Mrs Cora K Macomson, AsMsLint Director. Children ' s House Mis Carolyn R Mark, Research Assistant, Development Center Mr Frank f Marshall, Housekeeping Buildings ft Grounds Mr Itrry C Martin. Housekeeping Buildings Grounds Ms Linda T Mason. Keypunch Operator, Bookkeeping Office Mr Elmer George Malier, Jr , Dining Hall Ms Swanda McCoimick. Supervisor. Home Management House Mis Fhelma A. McGirt, Correspondence Secretary, Word Processing Center Mrs Betty McNeill, Secretary, Alumnae MfWrs PubttutJOfB Mrs MnHelle C. Mebane, Switchboard Operator Mrs ElfieE Miller, Orientation Instructor Or Isaac H Miller, jr , President Mrs Ihelma 1 Miller, Coordinator. Career Services Center Mi lames C Moragene, Campus Police Mrs Roberta Moms, Secretary, Department ot Business ft Economics Ms Catherine Murray, Housekeeping Buildings ft Grounds Mr n,, In Newman, Dining Hall Mrs Bemella L Parks, Supervisor, Word Processing Center Ms Mattie Poteat, Housekeeping, Buildings ft Grounds Ms Ruth Powell. Supervisor, CoCufficuiar Office Miss Peaneila Hughes, Barge Ms fern Oonnell. Cone Ms Cornelia Powers, tones Ms Patricia Eason, Merner Mrs Diane Alston, PfuHer HM Johnson. Player Miss Bobbie Smith. Reynolds Mf William Powell, Campus Police Mi William D Powell, Dining Hall Mrs Annie Pureed. Eiecutive Secretary. 0fl.ee ol Planmng SDIP Mrs Gloria Reid, Secretary, the Counseling Center Mrs Doris B R.ce, Secretary Registrar ' s Office CfMfJUII AM Center Savles Cashier Business Office Mrs Oi,- Mi lames Manage! Ms I ... i •£, t bounds ■ ' ' ■ . | Mis Glenda Simmons Coireipondenc Sttfftfj) Woid Processing Center Mrs Vt. ' ■ QfAca Mrs Edna W Stanbatk Stcrtt | DMA Ms Use Stokes I I Mv Lot GfHl taylur Administrative taftfjrrf, Division ol Ms Beverly Ann It., | Mis Blonme Iiplon, Library Assistant College Ms Baibjia Tuwnsend, Manager, Snack Bar ry Nurse M ' w ' m I fruit, It SUA ContuIUnl Development Center ton M Underwood. Director, Children s House Mr James Vann, Campus Police Mi ItAlllim R Wadelmglon DrOtng Hall Mr Anthony Wellington, Dining Hall Mr Willie Wagstall, Campus Police Mr Isaac Waler, Assistant Superintendent. Buildup Mis Ava Weaver Assistant lo the Director, Compui llyn Wrldon MjtOlenina Department Ms Imda Wharton, Placement Assistant. Career Mrs Belty M Whilaker, Key Punch Operator. CfHttptil Mr Dewey Whilsett, Campus Police Ms Clara M Williams Housekeeping Buildings ft Grounds Mrs Margaret Williamson, Admissions Counselor Mr uilir Williams, Mjinlr-nanee Department Mis fin . iMtftfcn Wilson, Admissions Counselor 29 if STUDENT LIFE f 32 President ' s Pre-Freshman Institute Someone finally admitted that we don ' t always enter college with the sophistica- tion and skills expected of us. At least that ' s what they tell us. When I received an invitation to attend the Presidents Pre-Freshman Advance- ment Institute. I thought it would be like regular summer school. In a way it was. My parents were more excited about it than me. Students attending the one week ses- sions got a headstart on other freshmen. They were introduced to college personnel; attended seminars designed to make college adjustment easier; were introduced to young men in the city; and spent time evaluating their communications skills. tr Unraveling the Tangles The opening of Bennett each year doesn ' t really change. Of course not! It ' s always exhilirating to see Union Drive come alive again . . . harried parents and anx- ious daughters unloading and unpacking. I saw one freshman with enough clothes to fill Ivey ' s first floor. But you never know just what to bring that first year, Chick. It ' s fun to watch freshmen scurrying to and from, not accomplishing much, but covering a lot of ground. I ' d rather watch the sophomores returning with their airs of accomplishment or juniors who make it known that they are bored with this whole routine. We stood around watching the new students get their first dose of Bennett ... you are not completely oriented until you face Mr. Scarlette or Dean Bragg. Lord knows, to have to hear Dean Bragg tell us about Bennett tradition. I had dreamed that over the summer, Mrs. Jones would greet us with a new weekly menu. Come on, Chick, don ' t ask for miracles! We watched the freshmen as they atten- ded their sessions and usually, on time. I gave them a month to change those good habits. Did you notice the expressions on their faces when they got a taste of registration mix-ups? 34 35 A Race With the Clouds on Labor Day . . . 38 ™  .. m ■ k M i - Miss Bennett Kathy Crosby ' 80 • 1? r i W JfL 5 Xii m r M | i Between Times October Highlights Speakers Speakers for the Founders ' Convocation in- cluded Dr. Matthew Carter and the keynote speaker, Dr. Fred E. Harris, president of West Virginia Wesleyan College. (October 7) Authors Norma Jean and Carole Darden presented a workshop and addressed an assembly about their book, Spoonbread and Strawberry Wine. (October 18-19) 42 The Coronation 43 A Living Tableaux Parents ' Weekend 46 Founders ' Celebration 47 49 r The Other Side of Daylight . . . 53 J2 RESIDENCE HALLS WEEK yi ' {LS.na cn31-bi tllL1S0 ThL-[: ' i he Sec Ce.es f :GaneNi jkt-Cd Canunion Services; dence alls oeriir.Qps no fencoo tentative) t t«we Hall Asse ' nbJ - 56 - ' EL OME TO ONES HA Gl ■ ' %mw rt t M) ■ 57 •L Drama Department Phased Out? Now, may the Constitution of the United States go with you. The Declaration of Independence stand by you The Bill of Rights protect you. And your own dreams be your only boundaries. Amen The End of an Era of Creativity . . . The excitement of the Drama Department ' s rejuvenation was short lived. The success of its three productions fail to survive college retrenchment. No drama courses will be offered next year. The drama experience will be dependent upon the volun- tary interest of the Bennett Players next year. The vision and creativity of first year drama instructor Elliott Moffitt inspired a number of amateur actors from Ben- nett and surrounding campuses. Overlooked by the academic powers, this was indeed a great contribution. He successfully presented The Sirens, The Owl Killer, and the musical, Puriie. The short drama, The Owl Killer, was one of two plays presented November 14-18. Highly praised by the local press, it was an emotional story about a family whose members could not relate to each other. Actors were Cynthia Mitchell, Avery Verdell (A T), and Aretha Tharnngton. The second production, The Sirens, did not fare as well with the reviews, but boasted a talented group of actors: Josie Hudley, Ramona Rousseau, Monica Motley, Stephen Lipscomb (A T), and Anthony Johnson (A T). It was the story of a single parent ' s attempt to raise a daughter in the ghetto by working the streets. The musical Puriie, was a project most said could not be done at Bennett. It was a humorous satire of one man ' s dream to free his people from the old plantation system. Heading the cast were Arnold Pinnix (A T), LaSandra Muldrow, Kimberly Merritt, Ricky Crank, Jim Pyecha, Ellen Graves and Calvin Bradley. 59 Abbyssinian Performance Highlights Choir Tour 60 After hours of practicing, members of the college choir engaged in an ex- hausting tour of the east coast. Under the dynamic leadership of Dr. Charlotte Alston, the group performed in Washington, D.C.; Harnsburg, Pa.; Philadelphia, Pa.; Montclair, N.J.; Newark, N.J.; and New York, N.Y. No tour is without its little people and travel problems - of course, the bus can get lost. And boy, did it tour the area. Eating, riding, sleeping and singing was the theme of the ex- perience. Yes, we had our share of fried chicken, baked chicken, and broiled chicken with string beans. The highlight of the week tour was the performance at Harlem ' s grand Abyssinian Baptist Church in New York City. • 61 One of Whitest Winters, One of the Best . . . A I ■ { i TTt 63 I. Service and Community Action Bennett students continued to give of their time and talents to the com- munity and the campus. Students coordinated and implemen- ted a blood drive, health fair, registra- tion drive, benefits for the United Negro College Fund and NAACP, and service to the Girl Scouts. They participated in tutorial programs for area high school youth. Some worked to make campus special events a success by servings as hostesses and guides. Computer Card Bingo As the battle over control of the com- puterized A.C.E.S. cards was waged, we waited for the outcome. Our hope was that in the confusion, they would be cancelled. No such luck. But once I made it to some of the progr ams, I discovered that these peo- ple had something to offer. Yes, but It ' s hard to admit that. Among those lyceum presentations and special programs we really enjoyed was the Martin Luther King Birthday speaker, Rev. Cardes Brown; our own Gloria Brown Wise, the first woman to participate in the Greensboro Sit-ins; authors Carole and Norma Jean Darden; Ben Ruffm. special assistant to the governor; and the Morehouse Glee Club. 1 no Pro Viva (Ok n r , v T 66 Gloria Brown Wise 60 rson Workshop Speaking of Wisdom Dr, Peter Gomes Plummer Professor of Christian Morals Harvard University Dr Gardner Taylor Pastor, Concord Baptist Church Brooklyn. N Y Dr Hector Grant Board of Higher Education Ministry UMC. Nashville. Tenn. Mrs. Mallye H Briley 49 N.C. Agricultural Extension Robeson County Mrs Agnes Loyall Executive Secretary. Women ' s Department. Methodist Church, Southern Asia Mrs. Jerry Turner Educator, Freetown. Sierre leone Dr Flemmie Kittrell Founder. Bennett ' s Home Economics and nursery school programs Ella Quick Thomas 72 Attorney. South Central Bell Susan Kidd Local Television Personality Everyone Has a Role to Assume 68 Staff Talent Show, A Feat of Courage 69 Candid Camera Games «- _ . 71 VOLLEYBALL Julia Hosch Dawn Wilson Kim Coleman Vonnie Mcfadden Vicki Walker Karen Shields LaTonya Reeves Vicki Goodrich Andre Dixon Veta Covert Gewn Walker Terry Byrd Len Milton Coach Mary Lentz Recorc 6-11 72 73 Pontheola Simmons Valerie Callendar Portia Dixon Conference Record Overall Record 74 Bennett College ' s Athlete of the Decade Once in every life someone comes along who makes a lasting impact on the experiences of others around her. Andre Dixon completed four out- standing years of athletic involvement in basketball and volleyball. She began her season on a team that had lackluster appeal and more losses than wins year after year. Andre dominated team play with her showy defensive and offensive plays. Her jumping ability made her a leading team rebounder and her sharp shooting skills, a top scorer in basketball. Her hot serves and returns made her a volleyball player to be taken seriously. She was named to both the NCAIAW Division III All Tournament Team and the All Conference Team in 1980. 75 77 5EI IJ0fi5 ' 78 79 tr Enter to Learn . Dr. Miller ' s Words... ... As far as being a student of Bennett, most of your record is history. You have but a few additional days ... to write any more. Bennett College is first and foremost for all. part of a process — a process of leading, guiding, nudging, shaping, and helping you to become a new different person than you were when you came here just a few years ago. The question each of you must ask today is ' has College made a difference in me. ' Has Bennett helped me to walk the pathways of life, equipped with wisdom, compassion, patience, and tolerance? These are questions you must ask and answer yourself. Senior Day ' 80 80 Our Special Day Ah yes, Senior Day! Waiting patiently (with knees shaking slightly) for one ' s name to be called . . . Dealing with snaps or hooks which won ' t fasten . . . Trying to find arm openings in sleeves that were there last night . . . Drop- ping caps . . . Stumbling down steps that appear from nowhere . . . Frozen smiles and entangling hugs . . . Loving symbols ' rom sorority sisters. Senior Day. surviving movements and wars, is one of those trying times which will later provide many moments of laugh- ter. It symbolizes for some, a new begin- ning and for others, time to get it together. remains one of those few times when we all had our place in the spotlight. What did Dr. Miller say? If you don ' l put something into life, you really don ' t get much out of it? It suddenly hits each of us that there are a few academic items to be taken care of before May. Depart to Serve. 81 rr r Vt Ptm Ll itkV.gtlL ' v . £ K Christine Lloyd Cheryl Rutherford Belinda Benjamin Gwen Speight  «.( ,_ . • JtoBnn Harper Yvetl •Shelton T H i  {jQnK a 1 k : mSi V.  .. HB Hub J Wmgo 1 Lynn Hon 1 Celeste Holmes IT Gwendolyn I. Allen Seattle, WA Business Administration Highlights: College Choir 2; Delta Sigma Theta Sorority 2-4; NAACP 1-3. A Tribute To Seniors Highlights: Pamela Allen Burlington, NC Social Welfare Social Welfare Club 1- Belmda G. Bailey Winston Salem. NC Business Administration Highlights: Business Club. Highlights: 4. Robin C. Arnold Washington, DC Pre-Medicme Delta Sigma Theta Sorority 3- Highlights: Dons A. Barbour Monroe, NC Art Art Club. Debra E. Benbow Wilmington, NC Psychology Highlights: Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority 3- 4; Bennett College Choir 1-2; Pi Gamma Mu Social, Social Honor Society. Rhoda W. Blair Norfolk, VA Special Education Highlights: Delta Sigma Theta Sorority 3- 4; Education Club 2-4; NAACP 2-3. Dino M. Bradley Cincinnati, OH Biology Highlights: Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority 2- 4; Bennett Scholars 1-4; Honors Convoca- tion 1-4; Dean ' s List 1-4; Beta Kappa Chi 3- 4; Alpha Kappa Mu 3-4; Senior Honor Society 4; College Choir 1; Who ' s Who among Colleges and Universities Students 4; Fisk UNCF Pre-Med Program 2; Gradua- tion With Honors. Michelle Bratton Winston, Salem, NC Student Personnel Services Highlights: Student Union Board 2-3. Angela V. Bnley Lumberton, NC Biology Highlights: Alpha Kappa Mu 3-4; Beta Kappa Chi 3-4; Who ' s Who Among American Colleges and Universities 4; Honor ' s Con- vocation 1-3; Dean ' s list 1-3; Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority 2-4; Student Union Board 1- 3; Vice-President Sophomore Class 2; Senior Honor Society 4; President Senior Class 4. 87 Cynthia D. Brown Eden. NC Political Science Highlights: Delta Sigma Theta Sorority 3- 4; NAACP 2-4; President of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority 4; Social Science Tutor 4; Pi Gamma Mu Social Science Honor Society 3- 4. Ellen P, Bnnkley Trenton, NC Social Welfare Highlights: Delta Sigma Theta Sorority 2- 4: Freshman Dorm Secretary 1; Judicial Council 3; Interdormitory Council 4; Presi- dent Junior Class; President Student Government 4; Residence Hall Assistant 2- 4: Who ' s Who Among American Colleges and Universities 4: Sophomore Dorm Vice- President Sandra M. Brown Charleston. SC Professional English Highlights: Alpha Kappa Mu Honor Society: Dean ' s List 1-4; Delta Sigma Theta Sorority 2-4; Banner 2-4; Honors Convoca- tion 1-3; Sigma Tau Delta Honor Society 3; Senior Honor Society 3-4; Student Union Board 4; Who ' s Who Among American Colleges and Universities 4; Graduation With Honors, Jennifer D. Bryan Greenwich, CT Home Economics Highlights: NAACP 2-4; Pre-Alumni Coun- cil 2-4; Student Union Board 2-4; Photography Club 4: Art Club 4; Omicron Eta Chi 2-4; Recreational Council 4, Teresa Campbell Albany. GA Business Administration Highlights: Business CLub 1-4; Assistant Dormitory Director 4; Special Activities Chairperson 2. 88 Felita Claybrooks I S P, Home Economics Martinsville. VA Highlights: Home Manager of the Year 3; National Register of Outstanding College Graduates 3; Omicron Eta Chi 3. Cynthia Cody Columbus, OH Pre-Medicine Highlights: Biology Club 1-4. Kathy M. Crosby Charlotte. NC Early Childhood Education Highlights: Miss Bennett 4: Who ' s Who Among American Colleges and Universities Students 4; Dance Group 2; NAACP 1; Pre- Alumni 4; Judicial Council 2-3: Honor ' s Convocation 1; Dean ' s List 1-3; and Delta Sigma Theta Sorority 2-4. Kathy Colbert Long Island, NY ISP Commercial Art Highlights: Miss Senior 4; Vice President Student Union Board 2: Sophomore Class Treasurer 2; Honor Convocation 1; Dean ' s List 1-4; and Senior Planning Committee 4. Bebe D. Davis Concord, NC Clothing and Textiles Highlights: Kappa Omicron Phi National Home Economics Honor Society 4; American Home Economics Association 1 -4; North Carolina Home Economics Associa- tion 1-4; Omicron Eta Chi National Home Economics Society 1-4; Honors Convoca- tion 1-3; Dean ' s List 1-4; and Photography Club 4. Andre Dixon Greensboro, NC Physical Education Highlights: Basketball Team 1-4, Co- Captain 3, and Captain 4; Volleyball Team 1-4, Captain 4; Physical Education Majors Club 2-4; and NCAIA Division III All Tour- nament Team 4. Katie Dodson Greensboro, NC Music Highlights: Music Educators National Con- ference 3-4. 89 Suzette E. Edmonds Brooklyn, NY Highlights: Business Club 1-4; Class Treasurer. Senior Lynn L. Faison Baltimore, MD Special Education Highlights: Resident Assistant 4. Kathleen Fears Decatur, GA Sociology Jennifer D. Fennell Wilmington. NC Intermediate Education Reading Highlights: NAACP 3; Senior Class Secretary 4; SNEA (President) 4; and Delta Sigma Theta Sorority. Pamela E. Griffin Laurens, SC Business Administration Highlights: Business Club 1-4: Junior Class Treasurer 3: NAACP 3; Editor, Bennett Belle 4; President, Interdormitory Council 4: Dean ' s List 2; and Delta Sigma Theta Sorority 2-4. Sharon E. Gist Wilmington, DE Business Administration Highlights: Business Club 1-4. 90 Karen Hargraves Chapel Hill, NC Biology Highlights: Biology Club. Mary F. Harris Charlotte, NC Special Education Highlights: Pre-Alumnae Council 1-3. Joann Harper Blackstone, VA Special Education Highlights: Delta Sigma Theta Sorority 2- 4; College Choir 2-3; Dean ' s List 2-3; Pre- Alumnae Council 1; and Special Education Club 2-4. Janice Harvey Green-Level, NC Social Welfare Highlights: Pre-Alumnae Council 1-3. Kimberlee Haynes Woodbury Hights, NJ Political Science Highlights: Political Science Club 1-4; Judiciary Council 3; Student Union Board 4; Newspaper Statf 3-4; Player Hall House Council 4. Debra A. Hodges ISP Communications Media Mount Holly, NJ Highlights: Treasurer Student Senate 2-4; Assistant Editor Bennett Banner 3 and Editor 4; College Choir 1-3; Gospel Choir 1- 3; Alpha Kappa Mu Honor Society 3-4 and Secretary 3-4; Honors Convocation 1-4; Dean ' s List 1-4; Who ' s Who Among American Colleges and Univer- sities Students 4; Delta Sigma Theta Sorority 2-4; President ' s Excellence Award 4; and Graduation With High Honors. 91 r Celeste Holmes Windsor. CT Health Sciences Highlights: Honors Convocation 2; Dean ' s List 2; Pre-Alumnae Council 2-4; NAACP 3- 4: Bennett College Choir 4; Vice-President, Cone Hall 3. Lorna Horton Morehead City, NC Special Education Highlights: Delta Sigma Theta Sorority 2- 4: Council for Exceptional Children 2-3; Bennett College Concert Choir 1-4; Bennett College Ensemble 1-4; Parliamentarian, Player Hall 4. tr Julia Y. Hosch Winston-Salem, NC Early Childhood Education Highlights: Student National Teacher Association 4; Pre-Alumnae Council 4; Volleyball Team 1-4. Annie M. Howell Bayside-Queens, NY Health Therapuetic Recreation Highlights: Dance Club 1-3; Gymnastics Club 2-3, Physical Education Majors Club 1-4; Women ' s Athletic Association 1-3; Pre- Alumnae Council 4. Dorothy L. Ingram Greensboro, NC Student Personnel Services-Psychology Highlights: Secretary, Student Personnel Club 2; Pre-Alumnae Council 4; Student Union Board 4. Patricia Hudgms Philadelphia, PA Special Education Highlights: Special Education Club, Girl Scout Leader, Drama Club, Student Union Board, and Children ' s House Aide. 92 Rose M. Irby Blackstone, VA Home Economics Education Highlights: Dance Group 1; Omicron Eta Chi 1-4; American Home Economics Association 1-4; Kappa Omicron Phi National Home Economics Society 4; Dean ' s List 1; and Treasurer Player Hall 4. Valerie Jefferys Raleigh, NC Pre-Medicme Highlights: Dean ' s List 2; National Register of Outstanding College Graduates 4; Resident Assistant 2-4; and Biology Club. Edwina V. Johnson Oklahoma City, OK Pre-Dentistry Highlights: Vice-President Freshman Class 1; National Register for Outstanding College Graduates 4; Honors Convocation 1; Dean ' s List 1-3; Beta Kappa Chi 3-4; and Resident Assistant 2. Randye Jones Greensboro, NC Music Education Highlights: Bennett Scholars 1; Who ' s Who Among American Colleges and Universities Students 4; Concert Choir 1-4; Gospel Choir 1-4; Music Educators National Conference 1-4; Honors Convocation 1; Dean ' s List 1-3; Band Ensemble 1-4 and Student National Educators Association 4. Mondrell Jester Atlanta, GA Physical Education Highlights: Bennett College Dance Group 1-4 and President 3; Physical Education Club 1-4; Delta Sigma Theta Sorority 3-4. Ursula J. Joyner Washington, DC English Highlights: Bennett College Choir 1-4; Stu- dent Union Board 1-4; Banner Staff 2-4; Secretary Student Government 4. 93 Wanda K. Kelker Tuskegee Institute, AL ISP — Biology and Chemistry Highlights: Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority. Roberta C. Judd Greensboro, NC Home Economics Education Highlights: Omicron Eta Chi Home Economics Society; Kappa Phi National Home Economics Honor Society. Valerie E. Littlejohn Spartanburg, SC Clothing Textiles and Related Art Highlights: Alpha Kappa Mu Honor Society 3-4: Omicron Eta Chi Home Economics Assoc. 3-4: Senior Honor Society 3-4; Ben- nett College Scholars 2-4; Delta Sigma Theta Sorority 2-4; Honors Convocation 1- 4; Dean ' s List 1-4; Photography Club 4; and National Dean ' s List 3; and Graduation With High Honors. 94 France P. Kay Charlotte, NC Special Education Highlights: 1980 Edition of Register for Outstanding College Seniors; Delta Sigma Theta Sorority 2-4; NAACP 1-3; Miss NAACP 2; Dean ' s List 2; Drama Guild 1-2; and Dance Group 1-2. Loretta Brewington Kelly Hamlet, NC Social Welfare Highlights: NAACP 2-3; Miss NAACP College Choir 3. Christine Lloyd Greensboro, NC Social Welfare Highlights: Delta Sigma Theta Sorority 3- 4; Dean ' s List 2-3; NAACP 1-2; Marshall Board 1; Pep Squad 1. Robyn M McCollum Philadelphia. PA Music Education Highlights: Music Educators National Con- ference 1-4. President 3-4; College Choir 1- 4; College Band 2; Delta Sigma Theta Sorority 2-4; and NAACP 2. Margaret S. McDowell Mt. Vernon, NY Clothing Textiles Highlights: Omicron Eta Chi Homes Economics Society 4; American Home Economics Assoc; North Carolina Home Economics Assoc. 4; NAACP 2-4; Pep Squad 1; Outstanding Designer in Costume Design 4; and Photography Club 4. Natalie McLean Greensboro, NC Pre-Medicine Highlights: Hones Convocation Dean ' s List 1. and Libby Malloy Fairmont, NC Political Science Highlights: Debate 2-4; Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority 3-4; Drama Guild 1-3; NAACP 2-3; Pi Gamma Mu Social Science Honor Society. Palmico Miller Greensboro, NC Clothing Textiles Highlights: Omicron Eta Chi Economics Society. Home Barbara G. Murphy Pollocksville, NC History Education Highlights: Honors Convocation 1-4; Dean ' s List 1-4; Pi Gamma Mu Social Science Honor Society 3-4; Alpha Kappa Mu Honor Society 3-4; Graduation With Honors. 95 Debbie Nelson Lynchburg. SC Home Economics Education Highlights: Omicron Eta Chi 1-4. Joyce Murphy Greensboro. NC Art Highlights: Art Club 1-4. Sheila D. Pulley Rocky Mount, NC Spanish Education Highlights: Cone Hall House Council 3: Honors Convocation 1; Junior Class Parliamentarian 3: Dean ' s List 1-4: Recreational Council 2; SNEA Vice- President 2; Player Hall House Council 4; Vice-President Senior Class 4. 96 Linda Pittman Ft. Lauderdale, FL ISP— Accounting Highlights: Dance Group 1-3; Business Club 1-4; Delta Sigma Theta Sorority 3-4. Shelia Purnell Berlin, MD ISP— English Highlights Bennett Banner 1-4; Student Union Board 3; Photography Club 4; Dean ' s List 1; Sigma Tau Delta National English Honor Society 4; NAACP 3. Lone D. Raikes Jacksonville, NC Clothing and Textiles Highlights: Student Union Board 3; Photography Club 4; Omicron Eta Chi 1-3; NAACP 3. Patrice M. Rainey Bndgeton, NJ Psychology Highlights: Psychology Club. Jacqueline A. Ransom Washington, DC Pre-Medicme Highlights: Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority 3- 4: Assistant Concert Mistress A T State Umv 1-4; Dean ' s List 2; Interdormitory Council Vice-President 4; NAACP 2-3; and Secretary, Sophomore class 2. Sandra C, Rati iff Morven. NC Political Science Highlights: Dean ' s List 1-3; Honors Con- vocation 1; Interdormitory Council 4; Pi Gamma Mu 3-4: Player Hall House Council 4; Pre-Alumnae Council 4; and President of Player Hall. Yvonne Reese Greensboro, NC Special Education Highlights: Marshall Board 3-4 Chensse R. Robinson Greensboro, NC Art Highlights: Art Club 1-4; Coronation Ball Committee 4; Dance Group 1-2; First Atten- dant Miss Bennett 3; and Delta Sigma Theta Sorority 2-4. 1 Celia A. Ross Burkesville. VA Home Economics Highlights College Concert Choir 1-3; Most Outstanding Nutrition Educator 3; Omicron Eta Chi 1 4 97 r : Cora Shaw Greensboro, NC Social Welfare Highlights: Omicron Eta Chi 1 and Marshall Board 1-3. Cheryl A. Rutherford Charlotte. NC Special Education Highlights: Pre-Alumnae Council 1-4 Student Union Board 1-4. and Dananne Sills Richmond. VA Special Education Highlights: Senior Class Parliamentarian 4: Basketball Team 1-2; Women ' s Athletic Association 1: and Student National Educa- tion Association 1. 98 Yvette I. Shelton Salisbury. NC Pre-Medicme Highlights: Beta Kappa Chi 3-4; Delta Sigma Theta Sorority 2-4; Student Govern- ment Association 3; Peer Advisor 2-4: Ben- nett Scholars 1-3; Bennett Banner 2; Honors Convocation 2-3; Dean ' s List 1-2; and Student Union Board 2. Ollie R. Sims Winston-Salem. NC Business Administration Highlights: College Choir 2-4; Business Club 4; Student Union Board 4; and Ben- nett Banner 4. Donna L. Simmons Atlanta. GA Health, Physical Education and Recreation Highlights: Physical Education Club 1-4 and Dance Group 1-4. Angela Smallwood Jamaica Plain. MA Biology Highlights: President of Pre-Alumnae Coun- cil 4 and Member Student Union Board 3-4 Jacqueline Smith Charleston, SC Pre Medicine Highlights: Biology Club 3-4: Delta Sigma Theta Sorority 2-4; and Dormitory Coun- selor 2-4. Evangeline Smith Raleigh, NC Pre-Medicme Highlights: Sophomore Class Secretary 2 and Biology Lab Assistant 3-4. Gwendolyn D. Speight Wilson, NC Intermediate Education Highlights: Bennett ' s Christian Fellowship 2-4, Dean ' s List 1-3. Debate Society 4, Drama Club 1-4. Honors Convocation 1-2, National Student Educators Association 4; and Secretary Freshman Class. Regina Louise Taylor Cincinnati, OH Social Welfare Highlights: Social Welfare Club 3-4 and Dormitory Residence Assistant 4. Benay C. Warren Winston Salem, NC Social Welfare Highlights: Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority 3- 4 and Student Union Board 1-4. Barbara J. Williams Chester, PA ISP — Political Science Highlights: Student Union Board 3-4 and Senior Class Planning Committee. Renee E. Wells Wilmington, DE Business Administration Highlights: Business Club 1-4; NAACP 2; Dance Group 2-3; and Students For Chris- tian Social Concern 2. JT Eltrida Williams Albany, GA Business Administration Highlights: Business Club 1-4. Deborah Wilson Sumter, SC Biology Highlights: Science Club 2 and Pre- Alumnae Council 3-4. Debra M. Wmgo Amelia, VA Business Administration Highlights: Business Club 1-4; President, Sophomore Class; Honors Convocation 2; and Dean ' s List 2. Edwma Wilson Blackstone, VA Pre-Medicme Highlights: Alpha Kappa Mu Honor Society 3-4; Beta Kappa Chi Science Honor Society 3-4; Senior Honor Society 3-4, President 4; Who ' s Who 4; Honors Convocation 1-4; Dean ' s List 1-4; Peer Advisor 1-4; Physical Education Club 2; Science Seminar Club 3; Graduation With High Honors. 100 Wendy R. Woods Indianapolis, IN Mass Communications Highlights: Dance Group 1; Bennett Ban ner Sports Editor 2; Volley Ball Team 1-2 S.O.B.O.S.S. 2; NAACP 2-4: N. 0. B. U. C. S 4: O.B.S. 4; Deans List 1-2: Speech Club 1 Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Inc. 3-4. Natalie D. Young East Spencer, NC Medical Technology and Chemistry Highlights: Science Club 2-3: Beta Kappa Chi National Honor Society 3-4: Dean ' s List 2: Honors Convocation 1 ; College Band 1 - 2. 101 PASSING THOUGHTS I think the big problem with being a junior is that too many of us are content to sit around and wait for the senior year. ' ' — Betty Brown I don ' t consider myself smart because I have to study very hard in order to fulfill my goals and to be what I want to be — the best in everything I do. — Pauline Nzeribe Many people may call this sisterhood a lot of rubbish, ' ' but as far as I ' m concerned it is anything but. Bennett College is truly a unique experience because of the sisterhood that, for me. really does exist. ' ' — Kimberly J. Merritt 102 Uf IDERCLdS5E5 JUNIORS Blue. Elwanda Felita Brandon, Jane Martha Broadnax, Deborah Brockman. Addie Brooks, Oarleen Brown. Windy Yvette Brown. Yvonne Chambers. Lydia Cobb. Rita Paulette Coleman. Kathy Renee Covert. Veta J. Davis. Billye Davis, Janet Elaine Dotson, Veronica Drayton, Sheila Dulin. Precious Mae Echols. Shaun Edwards. Linda Fallen. Venus Gatson. Felicia Anthony. Danon Ashe. Lydia Delphine Beniamm. Belinda Blakney. Teresa Hamilton, Pamela Hayes. Regma Yvonne Heck. Karen Michelle Hopkins. Audrey Leal Johnson. Lisa Ann Jones. Tina Ruth King, Audrey Jean Kiser. Regenia Ann Lake. Bonita Lampkm. Lisa Martin. Tonya McKinney, Vanessa Mills, Eva Denise Moyer, Jacqueline Muldrow. LaSandra Off ley. Soma Mane Paige Oenese Paige, lo Ellen Pegram, Regina Phillips. Lynn Phillips. Icacy 105 r Pinnn. Marilyn Monia Pittman, Lisa Raimer. Brenda Faye Raimer, Linda Kaye Reeves. Lakeitha Kay Profiles Plus There has always been something strange about the Junior Year. No one seems to be able to describe what it is, but general comments range from dull to ho hum. In spite of the lackluster, some continued to achieve recognition ... La Sandra Muldrow won another talent con- test ... Ola Sims and her drums received great applause throughout the choir tour . . . Elwanda Blue continued to score dou- ble figures on the basketball court . . . Veta Covert dominated volleyball play . . . Venus Fallen was an outstanding SGA leader in Union affairs . . . Edwina Mitchell demonstrated creative leadership ... Katherme Winston was a proven scholar. Roberts. Harriett Robinson. Joan Scott, Rosalyn Sealy, Doris Mae Simpkms. Mary Jane Sims. Ola Rebecca Spruill. Leighnette Spruill. Marvette Sturgis. Sabrina Sullivan. Tonm Thomas, Venetia Townsend, Cheryl Wade. Tern Ann Wells. Jennifer Gaye West, Angela Marie 106 . m , - : - While. Yolanda M Wiley. Gail V Wilkins. Pameler ) Winston, Kalhenne ' 1 Bendolph. Valarie Brown. Windy Leak, Landas Thompkins, Patricia Reflecting The junior year is . . . well, it ' s . . . it ' s simply the third year in college experience. The truth ot the matter is, says Betty Brown, that there is no way to describe it. Having lost the freshness ot the freshman year and the excitement of the veteran sophomore, the junior finds herself on the thresh hold of completion, but not having made it. The best thing about the junior year is that one becomes a senior when it ends. says one student. It ' s that point when we finally began to see our dreams reach fruition. But while there were no cannons ex- ploded by the class as a whole, some of us still had our special moments and some of us made our voices heard in a number of leadership positions. Each will someday reflect on this junior year and laugh at the little things that somehow just didn ' t seem important in 1979-80. The true meaning of the Big Sister relationship became more meaningful, said Karen Heck. Tonya Martin cherishes the experience of being a Big Sister to 26 Ivies. Billye Davis got a new boyfriend and began to travel. Regina Pegram finally hooked that special young man. Venus Fallen enjoyed dressing up to impress her date for the Cabaret and the R.O.T.C. Ball. Doris Sealy will always remember the glamour of the R.O.T.C Ball. Jackie Robin- son thinks long hours of studying finally paid off when she made the Dean ' s List. Linda Anderson, Shari Williams, and Rhonda Wade tried a new sport, skiing. Darleen Brooks cherishes the memory of attending a party given by Congressman Ron Dellums in Washington. You see, we did have our moments. 107 ir Asbury, Cynthia SOPHOMORES Barbour. Yvette Carol Barnes, Cassandra Bell, Joyce Ann Bernard. Beverly Bowden, Judy Carolyn Boyette, Brenda Faye Brown, Robin Burley. Carla Arlene Burnette, Thomasina Card well, Nina Fern Carter, Leslie LaMel Chaffin, Carolyn Chambers, Qundal Clack, Michelle Clapp, Michelle Coleman, Anita Lynne Coleman, Kimberli Cook, Mary Louise Cooper, Mamie Coston, Shelly Crowder, Julie Elaine Crump, Fachial LaRue Cutter, Victoria Oaye, Pamela Renee 108 Oillehay. Cynthia Dixon. Karen Ann Edwards, Constance Edwards. Rennett Foil. Selina D Gibson, Tern Ann Glenn. Patrice Green, Eileen Griff i n. Beverly Groce, Renee Memories We arrived at Bennett for the second year with a bit more sophistication and ex- perience. Although, some faces were miss- ing and some of the leadership talents were less obvious, some personalities stood out. Josie Hudley continued to demonstrate her theatrical abilities. Carolyn Davis was selected Miss Black Greensboro. Portia Dixon led the basket- ball team in scoring. Terri Phillips con- tinued to prove that brains and beauty go together as she represented the class in the Coronation Events. Sylvia Wilder received recognition for being an out- standing Banner writer. Lisa Manley con- tinued to direct the Gospel Choir with great vigor. Monica Motley proved to be a great actress in such diverse roles as a woman of the street to a madonna in the Living Madonnas. Lisa Harris was on hand to lend a helping hand when needed. Karen Dixon, a three-year R.O.T.C. student became the first Belle to receive a R.O.T.C. Scholarship. Tern Lynne Phillips returned to the campus alter a busy, but exciting experience at Meharry Medical Colleges summer program. She received recognition lor her out- standing academic ability at the end ol the session. 109 tr Hams. Lisa Joanne Hayes. Jacquelyn Hicks. Margaret Ann Hickson, Anita Joyce Hinton. Rosa Mane Horton, Sharon Anita Hudley. Josie James Rosa Maria Jeffries. Paula Anita Johnson. Cynthia Dee Johnson, Deborah Johnson. Phyllis Jones. Elizabeth Ann Kenlay. Brenda Elaine Kennedy, Deidre Ann Lee. Lynnette LeSane. Wanda Sue Lowe. Arlisa Manley. Lisa Anne Matthews. Debora ?£££ Memoirs For each of us the sophomore year had its highlights . . . Venus McDowell will cherish memories of the Greensboro Sit-in Commemoration because she became aware of the role Belles played in the civil rights movements . . . Robing her Big Sister was an honor for Yolanda Moore . . . Carolyn Davis got a chance to express her- self on — and off — stage in the Miss Black Greensboro Pageant . . . Artreatha Tharnngton ' s participation in the Little Theatre productions allowed her to develop her talents . . . Sandra Baker saw her first, second and third snow. Cynthia Johnson will probably remember quiet moments shared with special friends on warm winter days. m 0% f McCray, Aundry McDougald. Teresa McDowell. Venus Merrill, Kimberly Moore, Oebra Jean Motley, Monica Patlerson. Sheryl Peoples, Brenda Phillips, Angela Porter, Cynthia Powell. Carole Privelte. Nellie Ramsey, Colleen Reeves, LaTonya Richmond, India Riley, Karen ers. Gladys Deone Rouse, Lisa Maria Salaam, Sherry 111 Pop Culture Pop culture had its impact on each of us through the media and the market place. As relevance was the key issue of the decade of the 70 ' s, we, too, enjoyed 60 Minutes, Good Morning America, All in the Family, The Young and. the Res- tless, Ryan ' s Hope. Saturday Night Live, and the numerous TV movies. Sometimes, we turned to comedies to get away from the gloomy realities such as Mork and Mmdy, Alice, Mash, Three ' s Company, Taxi. and Laverne Shirley. Even The Muppets had its share of BC viewing power. We spent our dollars seeing Kramer Versus Kramer, The Electric Horseman, The Muppet Movie, 1941, China Syndrome, and The Jerk. Fashion met our terms with accent on status. It was seen in status leans, blouses, gold chains, ski jackets, and shoes. Slinky dresses, splits, the western look, and blazers were in. Settle, Ins Siler, Donna Lynn Smith. Donna Mane Spencer. Lupino Staley. Elisa Stewart, Carolyn Stewart, Charlotte Taylor. Valeria 112 Tharrington, Artreatha V. Thomas, Karen Lee Thomas. Valerie Jean Thome. Zephalee Lynn Thornton, Leisha Tshole, Elizabeth Tue, Rhonda Pearl Turner. Pargie Vanslory, Louna Walker. Joan Adele While, Regina Wilburn. Rebecca Wilder. Sylvia amson, Bonita 113 IT Alaman, Sharon Y Anderson, Brenda Anderson, Kimberly Baker, Annette Barnes, Gwendolyn Baughman, Adnane FRESHMEN Beatty. Tommie R Bell, Beverly Y Bendolph, Jacqueline Bennett, Marian Bradley, Rhonda Brodie, Garnetla Brown. Jeneane Brown, Linda G Bryant, Miriam E, Byrd, Terry Y. Campbell, Princess Carr, Trena D. Chavers. Wanda Clark. Felicia Dessaure. Robyn Mozetta Williams was one of many freshmen who discovered the best form of adjustment, involvement. She participated In the Evening 01 Public Speaking . 114 DeVaughn, Janice DeWitt. Cathy Oooley, Wendy Dunslon. Edith Durham, Stephanie Edwards. Wanda Ferguson, Sharon Free, Dotty Maria Gabriel, Orian George. Myra Jewel An Early Start Some of us received an early dose of the Bennett Experience during the summer. We arrived at the President ' s Pre- Freshman Advancement Institute eager to find out what was before us. It was our way of getting a headstart. And we did. We discovered the traditions and met many of the personalities which seek to mold us into Belles, It was a chance to make early friendships and to get some of the unanswered questions answered. When we arrived in August, we felt at home. Surrounded by a nucleus of sum- mer friends, we found the start of the Ex- perience to be less awesome. Goodrich. Vikki Graham, Anita Gravee, Ellen Griffin, Portia Griffin. Rosalind Harbison. Betty Hayes. Eflie Hayes. LaMona A Hmgleton, Regina Holmes. Lisha 115 jr Holt, Carolyn Tracy Hunter, Bemta Ingram, Gwendolyn Jelferies. Janice Jenkins, Sylvia Ann Jessup. Donna LaJoie Johnson, Yolande Kennedy, Jacqueline Lacy. Marchetta Lang, Duwan Lynette Lassitet, Patricia Lenoir, Sandra Mack. Karen Lavita Marsh. Sheila Ann Mason. Myra Denise McClain. Bonita McCrary, LaVoris Ann McFadden, Nanette McKmney. Veronica McMickens. Sabrina McMilhon, Meta McQuillar, Merry Miller, Shawn Marie Mitchell, Cynthia Mosley, Alvera Murray, Tara Coren ft 116 Adjustments . . . The freshman year is generally a time to deal with new personalities in a new en- vironment. Most freshmen share the anx- ieties of adjusting to a new roommate, residing with a dorm full of women, classes and faculty, new found indepen- dence, and life away from Mom and Dad. Many ingredients go into the formula for positive adjustment. Some members of the class attributed it to: Mr. Gaspeny ' s personal appeal for hard work, BC ' s idea of academic achievement, emphasis on the Bennett Ideal, Moral support from home, Lisa Manley ' s genuine concern, Dr. Harris ' s lectures on studying, The sisterhood of the choir, The Special Services Program and Miss Gravely ' s support, and This general concept of sister hood. Neal, Lisa Dawn Nelson, Rose Lynn Nesbilt, Deborah Nunnally, Gloria Oiler, Alva Danita Oliver, Tonya Leona Owens, Darlene Palmer, Janice Parker, Sharon Rena Parker, Wanda Gayle Penick, Delphine Perkins. Paula Perry, Vicki Pickard. Amelia Pillmon. Janice Pratt. Teresa Mae Pruilt, Valarie Ratlifl, Elizabeth Richardson, Patrice Ricks. Gail Lynn 117 r Rousseau, Ramona Scales, Lillie Schumpert. Jacquelir Shepard, Tracy Lynn Short, Jeannette Jear Snelling, Theresia Sumpter. Theresa Swan. Mary Jane Taylor. Alice Faye Thorpe, Yelta Patrice Tillery. Phyllis Ann Tipton. Cheryl Ussery. Mary Alice Walker. Gwendolyn 118 Walker. Patricia Ann Waller. Jacqueline Eulalia Walson. Valeshia Bonnelle While. Jennifer Lenore Widemon. Debra Ann Williams. Brenda Williams, Kimberley Williams. Mruetta Williams. Venessa Williamson, Kimberly Wilson. Cynthia Wilson, Dawn Wilson. Robbm Wilson, Thomasina 119 IF QRGdf |]ZdTlQI J5 Denned Gk 3F QwTty JvtU i futfdtrityP i ! Student Senate President. Ellen P. Brinkley: Vice presi- dent. Sharonlyn Jones: Secretary. Joann Joyner: Parliamentarian. Shaun Echols; Treasurer. Debra Hodges The biggest problem any SGA leader has is asserting the role of SGA in a situa- tion which does not trust student authority. We didn ' t get the advisorship we needed when we needed it. While some ad- ministrators agree a problem exists, they gave no advice how to eliminate it. WE must eliminate the credibility gap or it will kill SGA. Student Union The Student Union Board under the Ollie Sims, treasurer; and Veronica Dot- Kite Flying Contest, the Haunted House presidency of Edwina Mitchell, had a son, parliamentarian. a scavenger hunt, and Christmas busy year. Among the creative persons Some of the activities sponsored decorations in the Union working with her were Venus Fallen, were Labor Day Happenings, a campus vice president; Sherrel Larry, secretary; drycleaning service, movies, Fun Night, Interdormitory Counci President, Pamela Griffin Vice president, Jacqueline Ransom Secretary, Deborah Little Parliamentarian, Arlisa Lowe 123 Class Officers Freshmen President, Vikki Goodrich Vice President, Robyn Dessaure Secretary, Brenda Anderson Treasurer, Janice DeVaughn Parliamentarian, Rose Nelson Sophomores President, Mary Cooke Vice President, Bonita McClaine Secretary, Pamela Phifer Treasurer, Marlene Hopkins Parliamentarian, Lisa Manley Historians, Bernedette Hamilton and Anita Coleman Advisors, Leander Canady and Bobbi Smith sB Juniors President, Tonni Sullivan Vice President, Tracy Phillips Secretary, Lynn Phillips Treasurer, Monia Pi nnix Parliamentarian, Leila Mickens Seniors President, Angela Briley Vice President, Sheila Pulley Secretary, Jennifer Fennell Treasurer, Suzette Edmonds Parliamentarian, Dananne Sills Advisors, Donald Martin and Dorothy Harris 125 CONE HALL: Veta Covert, president: Venetia Thomas, vice president: Betty Brown, secretary: and Beverly Rumley. treasurer PLAYER HALL: Sandra Ratlitf. president:. Kim Haynes. vice president: Shelia Pulley, secretary: Rose Irby. treasurer: and Lynn Horton. parliamentarian JONES HALL: Marian Bennett, president: Donna Jessup. vice president: Janice OeVaughn. secretary: Terry Byrd. treasurer: and Kim Anderson, parliamentarian REYNOLDS HALL: Regina Scott, president Wynetta Scott, vice president: Tom Phillips, secretary: Sharon Horton. treasurer: and Artreatha Thamngton, parliamentarian 126 Mfil ivsssg House Councils MERNER HALL Rebecca Wilburn. president. Monica Motley, vice president. Wanda Hawkins, secretary, and Mary Cooke, parliamentarian BARGE HALL Sherri Williams, president; Robi Dessaure. vice president; Cassandra Barnes, secretary. Gwen Barnes, treasurer, and Tara Murray, parliamentarian PFEIFFER HALL Patrice Richardson, president; Carolyn Holt, vice president; Debra Nesbitt. secretary, Sharon Parker, treasurer, and Jacenta Lornck. parliamentarian 127 TT 1979-80 Editor-in-Chief Debbie Hodges Associate Editor Beverly Rumley Advisor Michael Gaspeny Layout Editor Bernetta Hamilton Circulation Manager Myra George, Karen Heck Business Manager Ollie Sims Cartoonists Norman Barbee, S. Marie Brown Photographers Myra Davis, Bernetta Hamilton Reporters Linda Anderson Karen M. Heck Shelly Coston Joanne Joyner Felicia M. Gatson Libby Malloy Myra J. George Shelia Purnell Beverly Griffin Kafherine Winston Betty Harbison Denise Wilder Lisa Harris Stephanie Wright Banner Cartoi Touch on Issues 1979-80 Dance Company India Richmond Joan Walker Sherry Salaam Regina Hayes Sharon Horton Donna Jessup Venetia Thomas Anita Coleman Cynthia Wilson Jackie Walleron Sherry Williams 130 Pre-Alumnae Council Angela Smallwood (President) Brenda Lykes Belly Brown Florence Stokes Mary Harris Sheila Pulley Karen Hargraves Belinda Beniamm Debbie Wright Cheryl Rutherford Portland Johnson Doris Barbour Cathy Morrison Sharon Gist Sandra Rat Iff t Celeste Holmes Valerie Calender Kalhy Fears Marshall Board Geraldme Fields Lisa Harris (President l Cheryl Johnson Darlene Brooks Venus McDowell Marchelle Boatwright Arlene McNeil Cynthia Cody Jacqueline Ransom Kathy Coleman Harnette L Scott Wanda Crouch Cora Shaw Karen A Dixon Mary Jane Simpkins Shaun Echols Elisa C Staley Sharon V Ferguson Tonni Sullivan Felicia M Gatson Theresa Sumpter Hallie Glascoe Valerie Taylor Dons L Glover Gwendolyn Walker NAACP Joyce Murphy Jennifer Bryan Valerie Bendolph Wanda Crouch Lydia Ashe Anita Coleman Bermta Hunter Stephanie Durham Mofetta Williams Jacenta Lorick Elfnda Williams Saunda Baker Beverly Bell Gwen Barnes Millicent Jones Allyson Ford Deborah Nesbitt Kathy Crosby The Officers are. Jane Brandon, President Stephanie Wright. Vice-President Rosalyn Scott, Secretary Valerie Wills, Treasurer Carolyn Dixon, Executive Chairperson 131 College Choir Sharon Alaman Annette Baker Emily Baurnet Beverly Bell Angel Bynum Terry Byrd Princess Campbell Carolyn Chaff in Carolyn Davis Betty Harbison Cassandra Harvey Celeste Holmes ■ « i ' Lynn Horton Gwen Ingram Oebra Johnson Jackie Johnson Phyllis Johnson Randye Jones Joanne Joyner Sherrell Larry Robyn McCollum Lisa Manley Myia Mason Shawn Miller LaSandra Muldrow Amelia Pickard Monia Pinnix LaTonya Reeves Rosalyn Scott Ola Sims Olhe Sims (President) Vastme Staley Brenda White Kim Williamson Dawn Wilson Kathenne Winston 132 Business Club Renee Wells Mary Ashe Marchelle Boatwright Melissa Graves OH le Sims. President Lamona Hayes Teresa Sumpter Wanda Parker Omicron Eta Chi Valerie Ltttlejohn Carolyn Joyner (President) Roberta Judd Billye D Davis Anna Darling Regma Pegram Phyllis Gray Bebe D. Davis Felita Claybrook Shelia Drayton Celia Ross Darleen Brooks Rose Irby Robin Thorton Cora Shaw Brenda Boyette Sabrina Sturgis Margaret McDowell Joan Walker Jennifer Bryant Lauralyn Peoples Pamlico Miller Swanda McCormick Patrice Vailes Debbie Nelson Eileen Green Hallie Glascoe Wynetta Scott Leisha Thorton Sherry Slaam Valerie Bendolph Leila Mickens MENC Student Chapter Robyn McCollum (President) LaSandra Muldrow Phyllis Jones Katie Dodson Gwen Ingram Sharon Alaman Shawn Miller Phyllis Tillery Rosalyn Scott Duwan Lang 133 National Greek Sororities • 134 r x -- 135 President. Cynthia Brown Vice President. Gail Wiley Secretary (Recording). Pam Griffin Secretary (Corresponding). Edwma Mitchell Treasurer. Wanda Kmcaid Parliamentarian. Rosalyn Scott Business Manager. Linda Pittman MEMBERS Gwen Allen Mondrell Jester Robin Arnold Phyllis Johnson Rhoda Blair Robin Johnson Ellen Brinkley Wanda Johnson Sandra Brown Sandra Jones Qundal Chambers Frances Kay Corliss Clark Lynette Lee Alisia Coachman Valerie Little|ohn Kimberli Coleman Christine Lloyd Olivia Oabney Lisa Manley Billye Davis Robyn McCollum Carolyn Davis LaSandra Muldrow Karen Dixon Regina Pegram Ternlyn Ellis Lisa Pittman Venus Fallen Phyllis Price Rosa Faulk Lakeitha Reeves Jennifer Fennell Renee Robinson Wanda Green Lisa Rouse Bernadette Hamilton Beverly Rumley Janice Hargrove LorettaShaw Joanne Harper Yvette Shelton Anita Hickson Jackie Smith Rosa Hinton Elisa Staley Debra Hodges Linda Stanley Miranda Holmes Artreatha Thamngton Lynn Horton Leisha Thornton Sharon Horton Ellen Warfen Josie Hudley Valerie Wills PROJECTS Blood Drive. Dating Game. Fashion Show. Cabaret. Benefit Car Wash. Sickle Cell Drive. Drive, and UNCF Fundraisers. Benefit Clothes 136 Delta Sigma Theta Sorority 137 — •Ml Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority President, Dino Bradley Vice President, Lisa Johnson Secretary, Angela West Asst Secretary. Debra Benbow Treasurer, Lenora Dowe Dean of Pledgees. Tonya Martin Asst D P , Angela Briley Parliamentarian, Lynn Phillips MEMBERS Linda Anderson Sandra Baker Cassandra Barnes Beverly Bernard Jane Brandon Windy Brown Carla Burley Veta Covert Sheila Dawkins Pamela Oaye Shaun Echols Wanda Hawkins Regma Hayes Sharonlyn Jones Wanda Kelker Sherrel Larry Landas Leak Victoria Lockett Libby Malloy Kimberly Merritt Leila Mickens Michelle Murphy Soma Oltley Tern Phillips Tracey Phillips Laurelyn Peoples India Richmond Harriet Scott Regma Scott Tonm Sullivan Venetia Thomas Cheryl Townsend Rhonda Wade Benay Warren Rebecca Wilburn PROJECTS Health Eair, Fashion Show, Faculty Follies. Christmas Carolling, Reading Project tor Public School Children, and support to United Negro College Fund 139 Zeta Phi Beta Sorority Bennett students Tern Wade and Dons Sealy pledged at North Carolina A T State University 140 141 ■ HONORS RECOGNITION Fall Dean ' s List Sophomores 3.20 or above Cynthia Annette Asbury Valarie Dawn Callender Qundal Yevette Chambers Olivia Lois Dabney Carolyn Parniest Davis Wanda Yvette Dick Selina Demse Fox Bernadette Hortensia Hamilton Juamta Harris Wanda Lee Hawkins Sharon Anita Horton Sandra Maureen Jones Debra Jean Moore Pauline Ntiyanu Nzeribe Pamela Lou Phifer Tern Lynne Phillips Juniors 3.30 or above Linda Faye Anderson Lydia Delphme Ashe Marchelle Kay Boatwright Betty Louise Brown Lisa Ann Johnson Sharonlyn Maureen Jones Nichola Martin Lane Mary Jane Simpkins Kathenne Winston Seniors 3.40 or above Angela Vernet Briley Carolyn Halls Edwina Virginia Johnson Randye LaVonne Jones Roberta Causer Judd Valerie Eileen Littlejohn Libby Malloy Barbara Gail Murphy Joyce Burleson Evelyn Murphy Sheila DeNise Pulley Donna Louise Simmons Edwina Christine Wilson Spring Dean ' s List Freshmen 3.00 or above Adriane Elizabeth Baughman Emily Baunet Beverly Youtha Bell Kimberli JoAnne Coleman Robyn Dessaure Janice Nanette DeVaughn Wendy Beatrice Dooley Onan Yvonne Gabriel Myra Jewel George Betty Alexandra Harbison Lisha Marie Holmes Sylvia Ann Jenkins Donna LaJoie Jessup Jacqueline Elaine Johnson Sandra Ramona Lenoir Karen Lavita Mack LaVoris Ann McCrary Rose Lynn Nelson Gloria Cecila Nunnally Alva Danita Offer Wanda Gayle Parker Teresa Mae Pratt Tonia Ann Royal Jacqueline E. Schumpert Carmen Marcia Smith Nscobong Grace Usoro Gwendolyn Carol Walker Jacqueline Eulaha Waller Shern Lynn Williams Cynthia Darlene Wilson Dawn Ruth Wilson Sophomores 3.20 or above Cynthia Annette Asbury Qundal Yevette Chambers Valarie Dawn Callender Olivia Lois Dabney Carolyn Parniest Davis Wanda Yvette Dick Juamta Harris Wanda Hawkins Carla Rae Jackson Sandra Maureen Jones Sherrel Larry Lynnette Lee Arlisa Cheryl Lowe Debra Jean Moore Jacqueline Tonoa Moyer Pauline Mtiyaau Mzeribe Pamela Lou Phifer Tern Lynne Phillips Nellie Faye Pnvette Ins Willette Settle Donna Lynn Slier Pantheola Simmons Artreatha V. Tharnngton Vicki Lynn Walker Juniors 3.30 or above Adenike Asabiokin Adeiunmobi Marchelle Kay Boatwright Ahsia Dionne Coachman Regma Yvonne Hayes Nichola Martin Lane Leila Markeld Mickens Harriett Jacqueline Roberts Wynetta Scott Kathenne Winston Seniors 3.40 or above Gwendolyn Irva Allen Laurie Melvania Asbury Doris Ann Barbour Debra Elaine Benbow Sandra Mane Brown Kathryn Diane Colbert Bebe Demse Davis Katie Lou Dodson Melissa Lee Graves Carolyn Halls Joann Mechael Harper Debra Ann Hodges Edwina Virginia Johnson Valerie Eileen Littlejohn Loye Lockett Barbara Gail Murphy Sheila DeNise Pulley Sheila Verna Purnell Barbara Jane William Edwina Christine Wilson Deborah Carlton Witchey Debbie Sandra Wright Each Semester G.P.A. 142 Fall Honors Convocation Sophomores, 3.20 or above Cynthia Annette Asbury Valerie Dawn Callender Qundal Yevette Chambers Olivia Lois Dabney Wanda Yvette Dick Selina Demse Fox Bernadette Hortensia Hamilton Juanita Harris Wanda Lee Hawkins Sharon Anita Horton Phyllis Elaine Johnson Sandra Maureen Jones Debra Jean Moore Pauline Ntiyanu Nzeribe Pamela Lou Phifer Tern Lynn Phillips Regina Scott Donna Lynn Siler Juniors, 3.30 or above Adenike Asabiokin Adeiunmobi Linda Faye Anderson Lisa Ann Johnson Sharonlyn Jones Mary Jane Simpkins Seniors, 3.40 or above Dmo Michele Bradley Melissa Lee Graves Debra Ann Hodges Valerie Eileen Littlejohn Barbara Gail Murphy Edwma Wilson ' Cumulative G.P.A. Spring Honors Convocation Freshmen 3.00 or above Adriane Elizabeth Baughman Emily Baurnet Beverly Youtha Bell Kimberh JoAnne Coleman Janice Nanette DeVaughn Wendy Beatrice Dooley Wanda Demse Edwards Orian Yvonne Gabriel Myra Jewell George (4.00 average) Betty Alexandra Harbison Lisha Marie Holmes Sylvia Ann Jenkins Donna Lajoie Jessup Jacqueline Elaine Johnson Sandra Remona Lenoir LaVons Ann McCrary Rose Lynn Nelson Gloria Cecilia Nunnally Alva Danita Offer Wanda Gayle Parker Teresa Mae Pratt Tonia Ann Royal Jacqueline E. Schumpert Carmen Marcia Smith Grace Mseonong Usoro Gwendolyn Carol Walker Jacqueline Eulalia Waller Sherri Lynn Williams Cynthia Darlene Wilson Dawn Ruth Wilson Sophomores 3.20 or above Cynthia Annette Asbury Valarie Dawn Callender Qundal Yevette Chambers Olivia Lois Dabney Carolyn Parniest Davis Wanda Yvette Dick Bernadette Hortensia Hamilton Juanita Harris Wanda Lee Hawkins Carla Rae Jackson Sandra Maureen Jones Debra Jean Moore Pauline Ntiyanu Nzeribe Pamela Lou Phifer Tern Lynne Phillips Ins Willette Settle Donna Lynn Siler Artreatha V. Tharnngton Vickie Lynn Walker Juniors 3.30 or above Adenike Asabiokin Adeiunmobi Linda Faye Anderson Marshelle Kay Boatwright Lisa Ann Johnson Sharonlyn Jones Mary Jane Simpkins Kathenne Winson Seniors 3.40 or above Dmo Michelle Bradley Veronica Siler Emerson Melissa Lee Graves Debra Ann Hodges Valerie Eileen Littlejohn Barbara Gail Murphy Linda Beatrice Smith Edwma Christine Wilson 143 Angela WHO ' S WHO 1979 80 In spite of the confusion of the selec- tion process, Who ' s Who is certainly one of the highest honors a college stu- dent can receive. It recognizes the well- rounded student — one who is active in college affairs, demonstrates leadership ability, and achieves on the scholarly level. TT Affiliated with several honor societies, Angela Briley hopes to con- tinue professional study in the medical field. Described by her roommate. Kathy Colbert, as a bubbling per- sonality, she ended her Bennett studies as president of the senior class, truly a tryin ' experience. She was the assistant dean of pledgees of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority. Kathy Crosby represented Bennett well this year as Miss Bennett College. Beauty and brains, sophistication and charm, and hard work characterized Kathy, an elementary education major from Charlotte, N.C. She also served as an assistant residence hall director. She ' s a good role model for first year college students, says one staff mem- ber. She is what I perceive this notion of the Bennett Ideal to be. Randye Debra Sharonlyn When she ' s not caught up in the im- aginary world of Star Trek, Randye Jones is oft to herself in her world of music. A music major from Greensboro, she not only sings, but plays a variety of musical instruments. Her acquain- tances view her as an assertive in- dividual, but if she desires can be a very supportive companion. Debra Hodges, soft and ultra feminine, demonstrated outstanding academic and service abilities. Her academic talents were boosted as she was named a recipient of the Presi- dent ' s Excellence Award and graduated with high honors. Not only was she af- filiated with several honor societies, she was editor of the Banner and treasurer of the S.G.A. The first junior recipient of the Presi- dent ' s Excellence Award, Sharonlyn Jones has consistently mixed good scholarship and active involvement. An elementary education major from Montgomery, Ala., she proved to be a creative leader as vice president of the S.G.A. and as a peer advisor. The last of three sisters to attend Bennett, she is also the second to be elected president of S.G.A. 145 Ellen Ellen Brinkley attempted to turn the student government association around with her brand of creative leadership. A social welfare student, she has become quite adept at working through red tape and administrative smoke screens. As president of S.G.A., she es- tablished the Presidential Council which met periodically with Dr. Miller. Ellen was also a member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority. 146 Dino Three times a lady best describes Dino Bradley, a biology major from Cin- cinnati. She ' s intelligent, active, and feminine. A well-rounded young lady, she was president of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, a peer advisor, a Bennett Scholar, and a member of several honor societies. Linda Linda B. Smith is just what the engineering world needs, a feminine personality who knows her area. An honor student, she is pursuing dual degrees in mathematics and electrical engineering. A resident of Greensboro, she is embedded in Bennett tradition through her family. Described as a quiet, beautiful personality, Linda spent most of the year on an IBM cooperative education assignment. Gail Regina Roberta Gail Wiley ' s presence is felt in a num- ber of college activities. To her credits, this junior from Madison, NX. lists vice president of the NAACP, dean of pledgees of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, and assistant teacher of a freshman orientation class. Says a friend, Gail is definitely a leader. She is articulate, compassionate, responsible, and independent. Politeness captures the total es- sence of Regina Pegram, concludes a peer. She certainly carries herself with self confidence which makes it easy for he r to maintain good human relations with others. a junior clothing student from Durham, N.C., she served as vice president of Omicron Eta Chi, a mem- ber of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, and member of the Interdormitory Council. Mrs. Roberta Judd was a practicing nurse when she decided to return to college for a new career. As a home economics student, the Greensboro resident and mother of one college-age son proved to be a good student who was consistently honored at Honors Convocation and on the Dean ' s List. She was involved in all aspects of student life and enjoyed her second time around. Sandra Neat as a pin and smart as a whip, says one friend of sweet Sandra M. Brown, a Charleston, S.C. Belle. Major- ing in the communications media area, she has been quite active on the Banner staff and involved in student activities. Sandra has been an honor student throughout her college years and is af- filiated with several honor societies. Carolyn 148 Carolyn Hall, a product of Cross, S.C, is another symbol of the Bennett Ideal. She ' s neat, intelligent, and responsible, says a peer. Carolyn is a goal-oriented individual who has char- ted a course characterized by success. Edwina Edwina Wilson is a quiet personality who has made her impact on the Ben- nett Experience through her academic achievement and multi-faceted involve- ment. She was a very positive role model for the underclassmen. Pursuing a career in the medical field, she spent many extra hours in the labs, but found time to be involved in campus student affairs. Edwina resides in Blackstone, Va. WHO ' S WHO Mary Jane Mary Jane Simpkms wants to become a certified medical technologist. A junior from Waynesboro, Ga., she is well liked by her peers and very much in- volved in the peer advising program. She is affiliated with the Bennett Scholars, the Marshall Board and Delta Sigma Theta Sorority. Marchelle Marchelle Boatwright, a studious Belle from Cincinnati, Ohio, believes in prioritizing. Her beautiful smile and soft spoken ways have won her the respect of her classmates. She is a Bennett Scholar and a member of Sigma Tau Delta English Honor Society. Melissa Melissa Graves, a Burlington, N.C. resident, is known for her beautiful sense of humor and academic achieve- ment. She is affiliated with several honor societies. Recognition Day Highlights ALPHA KAPPA MU ACADEMIC AWARDS DEPARTMENTAL Faculty Scholarships RECOGNITION Linda Pittman Education . Debra Moore Accounting Humanities Rosalyn Scott Biology Edwma Wilson Edwina Johnson Science Valerie Callender Natalie Young Social Science Wanda Dick Business Adenike Adejunmobi Lula Donnell Award Debra M. Wmgo Cheryl Tipton Clothing Valerie Li ttlejohn George M. Bell Scholarship Mary J. Simpkms Educational Media . . . Karen Thomas Linda Anderson Elementary Ed .... . Sharolyn Jones Cressie T. Haven Scholarship Iris Settle Pauline Nzeribe Special Ed . . Grace Usoro Belle Tobias Scholarship Kathryn Winston Myra George English Sandra M. Brown Catherine H. Waddell Scholarship Ursula J. Joyner Sharonlyn Jones Home Ec Ed Roberta C Judd Rose Karfiol Award Mathematics Linda B. Smith Libby Malloy Loye Locked L.G. Streat Scholarship Music . Shawn Miller Wynnetta Scott Katie Dodson Home Ec Faculty Award Randy Jones Valerie Littlejohn Physical Ed Donna Simmons Goode Prize Cynthia Johnson Valerie Bendolph Political Science .... . Sandra Rathff Sheila Drayton Psychology Debra Benbow Mane C. Moffitt Scholarship Leila Mickens Secondary Professional Studies .... Regina Pegram Katie Dodson Betty Harbison Torrance Scholarships Vicki Goodrich Social Welfare Ellen P. Brinkley Lisa Neal Cheryl Tipton Sociology Melissa Graves President ' s Excellence Awards Spanish . . . Sheila Pulley Myra J. George, Freshman Pauline Nzeribe, Sophomore Student Personnel . . . Dorothy Ingram Sharonlyn Jones. Junior Debra Hodges. Senior BFA Achievement Award Joyce B. Murphy Honeywell Scholarships Loye Lockett Arlissa Lowe Linda Smith Scholarly Achievement in Business Adenike Adeiunmobi Business Economics Awards Linda Pittman Debra Wmgo Gladys Rogers Honor Societies Senior Honor Society and Alpha Kappa Mu General Michelle Bradley Valerie Littlejohn Edwina Wilson Debra Hodges Angela Bnley Barbara Murphy Sandra Brown Beta Kappa Chi Science Dino M Bradley Angela Bnley Edwina Johnson Pauline Nzeribe Laura Perry Yvette Shelton Lisa Johnson Edwina Wilson Mary J Simpkms Pamela Morris Natalie Young Sigma Tau Delta English Linda Anderson Sandra M. Brown Marchelle Boatwright Sheila Purnell Tern Wade 150 and Scholarly Organizations Bennett Scholars Pamela-Morns (President) Valerie Littlejohn Tom Sullivan Mary Jane Simpkins Lisa Johnson Tern Phillips Tina Jones Vicki Walker Juanita Harris Wanda Dick Marchelle Boatwrighl Sharon Horton Wanda Hawkins Linda Anderson Dmo Bradley Olivia Dabney Selina Fox Sandra Jones Debra Moore LaSandra Muldrow Pauline Nzeribe Pi Gamma Mu Honor Society Social Science Libby Malloy Barbara Murphy Sandra Rat I if f Jacqueline Moyer 151 COMMENCEMENT 152 153 Address Delivered By Dr. Willa Player COMMENCEMENT ADDRESS Willa B. Player May 4, 1980 President Miller. Faculty and Staff. Graduates, Parents and Relatives, Stu- dents, Friends and Graduating Seniors, let us rejoice and be thankful that we have yet another opportunity to celebrate both yesterday and tomorrow as we greet the returning graduates of Bennett College and salute the graduating seniors on this day. It is always a moving experience to be on the Bennett campus. Although I am in- creasingly reluctant to speak to collegiate audiences of this size and stature, I am incapable of saying no to Bennett College where I spent 35 years of my life. So, Dr. Miller, I appreciate the invitation to come again. Thank you. To be warm is to have first of all a good inner sense of self. Mona Lisa, as you know, is con- sidered the most famous painting of Leonardi da Vinci. The portrait hangs imposingly in the Louvre in Paris, France. And here I quote: An uncanny, haunting quality seizes the imagination of every beholder, however prejudiced. The Mona Lisa simply won ' t leave us alone. This is its real mystery. Perhaps this is in part the reason why the late Nat King Cole made Mona Lisa one of the finest vocal perfor- mances of his brief musical career. Do you recall the words of the song? Mona Lisa, Mona Lisa men have named you You ' re so like the lady with the mystic smile Is it only ' cause you ' re lonely they have blamed you For that Mona Lisa strangeness in your smile? Do you smile to tempt a lover, Mona Lisa Or is this your way to hide a broken heart Many dreams have been brought to your doorstep They just lie there and they die there Are you warm, are you real Mona Lisa Or just a cold and lonely lovely work of art 7 Are you warm, are you real Mona Lisa or just a cold and lonely, lovely work of art? What does it mean to be warm and real? That is the question we would like to consider with you for a few mo- ments. To be warm is to have first of all Dr. Willa B. Player served in a num- ber of administrative and faculty capacities at Bennett over a 35-year period. She is the only woman to serve as president (1955-1966). a good inner sense of self. Have you sometimes stood before the mirror and asked yourself, Who am I? What do I feel within me which validates my per- sonhood — which gives authenticity to my own being? Each of us has to go through a kind of self-examination which enables us to establish our own identity. Before we can lead any kind of purposeful existence, we have to love ourselves enough to believe that there is nobody else in the world exactly like us. Our self-esteem is enhanced in proportion to our ability to sense the very essence of our personality and to come out saying, I ' m O.K. Of course it is too much to expect us to arrive at this conclusion all by our- selves. This is why our quest for knowledge is so important; not just knowledge per se, not knowledge as a solution to our frustrations, not knowledge as a display of superiority, but knowledge which provides a sense of personal adequacy. We take what we come to know from our study of the sciences, the humanities and the social sciences and by a restrained and disciplined applica- tion of it to daily experience we come to understand the intellectual and spiritual realities which contribute so richly to the development of our in- dividual selfhood. Education is the key to self-fulfillment. It helps us to es- 155 tablish our autonomy while at the same time it defines the reach of our in- dividual minds and spirits. I like to think of the campus queens of Ebony Magazine as an attractive sam- pling of young black women in our colleges and universities across the land whose collegiate aspirations have helped them to come to terms with themselves so that their identity has been firmly established through degree preparation in a wide variety of fields and anticipated careers. To be warm is to feel deep within our being the capacity to care. I believe it was the Overstreets who said, and I quote, There are many directions the human mind can take, but the most ex- citing and the most rewarding is toward another human being. Caring exists whenever we can in- clude within ourselves, the self of ... to be real is to live on two levels of experience- true to ourselves and genuine concern for all mankind. another. Caring exists whenever man af- firms his fellow man. Martin Luther King challenged the Bennett students on this very campus some years ago, and I quote, To rise above the narrow confines of individual concerns to enter the new age with a love which embraces the broader concerns of all humanity. To feel the capacity to care is to recognize a new dimension within the self which impels us to respond in love one for another. A new commandment I give unto you, says the Biblical text, that ye love one another. I suppose the modern version would be to reach out and touch someone ' s hand . To be warm in this relationship thus becomes an act of unpretentious self — fulfill- ment where each person seeks to relate to another in love and faith. It follows then, that to be real is to live on two levels of experience — true to ourselves and genuine concern for all mankind. Harry Emerson Fosdick in his volume, On Being a Real Person, defines the real person as one who has achieved a high degree of unity within the self. A real person, says he, is integrated. A mature and genuine person is a supreme work of art — a symphony whose constituent factors are noises that by themselves can be raucous and dissonant, and whose glory lies in the way they are put together. Genuine concern for others implies a commitment so strong that it releases an incredible burst of human energy, driving us to accept responsibility for something beyond the self which tran- slates into community responsibility. When this happens we find ourselves working voluntarily to wipe out hunger, to eliminate poverty, to care for the elderly, to overcome disease and to work for peace and justice. This is why the sit-in demonstrations of the sixties were so noble and so rewarding. Or else why after 20 years would Greensboro celebrate this thrust toward gaining civil rights in which Bennett faculty and students were so triumphantly in- volved 7 And you who are guaduating to- day will be genuine representatives of the Bennett tradition if you sense your responsibility to walk in your integrity whenever situations arise in our culture which demand that you take a stand for the common good. This is to be real. Are you warm, are you real, Mona Lisa or just a cold and lonely, lovely work of art? If our sense of self is nothing other than a nameless blob of protoplasm — If our minds are filled with so much clatter and disharmony that we cannot hear the sound of the genuine in another — our concern for others is uninspir- ing 156 We are cold! If we continue to cling to the wither- ing concept of the me generation — If we choose to remain closeted within ourselves - If our purposes are frail - If we stand in elegant isolation from the problems of daily living — We will m truth be lonely! Today you are gracefully clothed in caps and gowns - you are soon to bear the title - Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science. Take care lest your loveliness becomes something to be ob- served, perhaps admired but never fully appreciated. We are living in a time of crisis when every aspect of life which we have regarded as permanent has acquired a tentative status. We are living in a time of turmoil when men refuse to accept the rationale which admits that all men are made in the image of God. We are moving into a turbulent decade where we experience acute deviations and conflicts in ideas and practices at home and abroad. But we need not despair! We may not be able to solve the hostage crisis in Take care lest your loveliness becomes something to be observed, perhaps admired but never fully appreciated. Iran; but we can love our enemies and do good to those who despitefully use us. We may not be able to do much of anythingabout the problem of inflation; but we can practice economy in every aspect of our daily living! We may not be able to wipe out corruption in government; but we can vote for the candidates who will cham- pion the cause of justice and fair play. We may not be able to prevent the devastating use and effect of drugs by the youth of America, but we can refrain from using drugs ourselves. And so, like the portrait of Leonardi da Vinci, the Mona Lisa by Nat King Cole simply won ' t leave us alone . The song would have merited a golden record had this been the practice of that time. There are other golden records whose meaning shines through perhaps even more vividly. Today we honor four young women who 50 years ago gave this institution its reason for being an accredited four year college. They are the first graduates of Bennett who are celebrating their golden anniversary. Their records of love and service to their families, their communities and their college embody the meaning of all we have been attempting to say in this message of warmth and realness. We salute them even as we congratulate you on this day. Are you warm, are you real Mona Lisa or just a cold and lonely lovely work of art. Thank you for your gracious atten- tion. 157 COMMENCEMENT ALUMNAE WEEKEND ! FINALE? Sure, it was a trying period in the lives of most Americans as we realistically began to face the problems of escalating fuel costs, embittered racial strife, clashing ideological radicalism, recession and inflation, and international disasters. But somehow, we managed to survive one more year. We pause to pay tribute to three pillars of the Bennett Experience . . . Mrs. Willie Mae McCallum, Mrs. Carrie Shute and Miss Alsie Trammell. They retired this year, but their selflessness, humility, com- mitment, integrity and sense of com- munity will long be a part of us. They have certainly been the role models for hun- dreds of black women. Reflect on the good times and the bad. But look forward and strive to achieve. Take your cue from Ossie Davis ' s Purlie Victorious. A BEGINNING I find in being black, a thing of beauty, A joy, a strength ... a secret cup of gladness, A native land in neither time nor place — A native land in every Negro face! Be loyal to yourself; your skin, your hair, your lips, your Southern speech, your laughing kindness — Are Negro kingdoms, vast as any other? Accept in full the sweet- ness of your blackness — Not wishing to be white, nor red, nor yellow, Nor any other race, or face, but this . . . 160