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  • The Reporter, September 1999
    Hunter Library Digital Collections Western Carolina University Cullowhee NC 28723;, 2018
    Co-Authors: Western Carolina University
    Abstract:

    The Reporter is a publication produced by Western Carolina University featuring news, events, and campus community updates for faculty and staff. The publication began in August of 1970 and continues digitally today. Click on the link in the “Related Materials” field to access recent issues.Reporter News for the Faculty i September 20, 1999 fFora culty and Staff of Western Carolina University Introducing Newcomers to Western The Reporter will help you get to know the newest members of the WCU community. Here are the names, photographs, and brief biographies of the people who have entered full-time positions since September I, 1998. We hope we haven't missed anyone, but please let us know as we'll be featuring some additional new faces next issue. Thomas P. Anglin, computing support technician, NCCAT; previously with Republic Bank. Mary C. Ashe, house­keeper, NCCAT; previ­ously housekeeper, High Hampton Inn. Ruby M. Banerjee, library clerk, reference, Hunter Library; B.A., Bombay University; previously circulation clerk, Hunter Library. Paulina N. Barrier, library assistant, govern­ment documents, Hunter Library; A.A.S., Sout h­western Community College; previously teller with First Union National Bank in Sylva. mi / f Karen M. Bauer, visiting assistant professor, Nursing; M.S., University of South Carolina; previously community case manager with Mission/St. Joseph's Health System. Connie Boice, personnel technician, Human Resources; A.A., Daytona Beach Community College; previously personnel assistant, Smoky Mountain Center for Mental Health. Darylene Brown, housekeeper, Physical Plant; B.A., Western Carolina University; previously cashier, Wal- Mart. Mary Brown, house keeper, University Housing; previously sewing machine Operator, Chasam, Inc. Nancy Brown, account­ing clerk, Controller's Office; previously patient account secretary, Urologic Physicians and Surgery. Brenda Buchanan, processing assistant, Physical Plan t; previously owner/Operator, Cashiers Auto Parts. Jane B. Buchanan, student services assistant, Admissions; previously teller, First Union National Bank in Sylva . Jane Ann Burns, assistant professor, Nursing; M.N., Univer sity of South Carolina; previously staff reg istered nurse, VAMC and Neil Dobbins Detox Center, and visiting lecturer , Western Carolina University. Thomas Canepa, associate vice chancellor, Division of Enrollment Management; Ed.D., Northern Arizona University; previously assistant provost, enrollment services, Northern Arizona University. Catherine Carter, visiting instructor, English; Ph.D., University of Delaware; previously adjunct instructor, University of Delaware. Cory Causby, personnel technician, Human Re­sources; B.A., University of South Carolina; pr eviously personnel supervisor, Express Personnel Services. Paula Coates, student services assistant, Student Financial Aid; B.S ., Edinboro University; previously attendant, Great Smoky Mountain Railway. Michael Cody, visiting instructor, English; M.A., Western Carolina Univer­sity; previously p art-time instructor, Western Carolina University. Claudette T. Coleman, associate professor, Nursing; Ed.D., Auburn University; previously associate professor, Family Nurse Practician Program, Troy State University. Calvin Coley, mechanic, Physical Plant; previously supervisor mechanic, P.S.W.C. Fleet Services. Donald Connelly, visiting assistant professor, Communication and Theatre Arts; M.A., Central Missouri State University; previously affiliate relation s director, Clear Channel Communications. Leslie Costa, historic interpreter, Mountain Heritage Center; M.S., M.L.A., University of Georgia; previously instructor, Upward Bound Math and Science . Dennis Depew, dean and pr ofessor, College of Applied Sciences; Ph.D., Purdue University; previously assistant dean of the Graduate School and pro fessor, Purdue University. Valerie K. Dillard, student services assistant, Admissions; A.A.S., Southwestern Community College; previously bookkeeper, warehouse manager, Candy Servi ce, Inc. Michelle D. Dillon, assistant athletics trainer, Athletics; M.S., Radford University; previously head athletics trainer, Averett College, Danville, Virgi nia. Betty Dishman, office assistant, Mountain Resource Center; B.A., Queens College; previ­ously processing assistant, Student Affairs. Sharon Dole, assistant professor, Special Educa­tion; Ph.D., University of Georgia; previously instructor, Athens Academy, Athens, Georgia. Ruby Drew, assistant professor, Communication Disorders; Ph.D., North­western University; previously assistant professor, Department of Communicative Disorders, East Tennessee State University. Debra Duke, processing assistant, Mountain Resource Center; B.A., Institute of Applied Religious Sciences; previously with Harrah's Cherokee Casino. Shannon Duke, process­ing assistant, Human Resources; previously receptionist, Harris Regional Hospital. Lisa Marie Frady, office assistant, Student Financial Aid; B.S., West ern Carolina University; previously office assistant, Coulter Faculty Center. Brian Franklin, head athletics trainer, Athletics; B.S., Physical Education, East Tennessee State University; previously director of sports medi­cine, Watauga Orthopedic Sports Medicine Clinic. Robin Denise Frizzell, processing assistant, NCCAT; previously office assistant, Developmental Evaluation Center. Bonnie L. Garner, visiting assistant professor, Nursing; M.S.N., Northern Illinois University; previ­ously instructor, Pediatric Nursing, Blue Ridge Community College. Michael Garrett, assistant professor, Counseling; Ph.D., University of North Carolina at Greensboro; previously assistant professor, Department of Counseling, Special Education and Child Development, University of North Carolina at Charlotte. Sheila B. Gibson, processing assistant, serials, Hunter Library; B.S.B.A., Western Carolina University; previously budgetary bookkeeper, Jackson County Public Schools finance Office. S e p t e m b e r 2 0 , 1 9 9 9 • T h e R e p o r t e r 3 John David Gould, distinguished visiting professor, Accountancy; University of Michigan. James Grant, visiting assistant professor, Department of Marketing; Ph.D., Mississippi State University; previously sports marketing profes­sor, United States Sports Academy. Sandra Greniewicki, department head and professor, Nursing; Ed.D., University of Georgia at Athens; previously dean and pr ofessor, College of Health and Human Services, Troy State University. Angela Grube, assistant professor, Health and Human Performa nce; Ph.D., Florida State University; previously assistant professor, Daniel Webster College. Danny Grube, assistant professor, Health and Human Perfor mance; Ph.D., Florida State University; previously assistant director of admissions, Daniel Webster College. Karen Hagman, information and communi­cations specialist, Athletics; B.A., Stetson University; previously graduate assistant, Georgia State University. Gloria Harbin, assistant director, Developmental Evaluation Center; M.S.W. and M.A., Univer sity of Alabama; previously owner/director, Child Family Therapy Associates, Inc. Phyllis Gail Hawkins, food service assistant, NCCAT; previously materials management technician, Harris Regiona l Hospital. Debra Hensley, head women's soccer coach, Athletics, and i nstructor, Health and Human Performance; M.S., Furm an University; previously assistant women's soccer coach, Furman University. Charles Hill, university guidance counselor, Student Support Services; M.Ed., University of Georgia at Athens; previously district director, Georgia Department of Vocational Rehabilitation. Karen Hilton, processing assistant, Purchasing; previously processing assistant, Smoky Mountain Center. Jonathan W. Horstman, assistant professor, Web Services, Hunter Library; M.L.I.S., University of North Carolina at Greens­boro; previously library assistant, Hunter Library. David F. Jolly, strength and conditioning coordina­tor, Athletics, and instruc­tor, Health and Human Performance; B.A., Newberry College; previously football strength and conditioning coach; Virginia Milit ary Institute. Dennis Jones, police officer, University Police; previously truck driver, Champion Paper. Jody Jones, information and communications specialist, Athletics; B.S., East Carolina University; previously sports informa­tion assistant, Wake Forest University. John Marcus Kenyon, information and com muni­cations specialist, Public Information; B.S., East Carolina University; previously videographer/ editor, Video Creator/ Televisuals. Henry Kraft, assistant baseball co ach, Athletics, and instru ctor, Health and Human Performance; B.S., The Citadel; previously assistant baseball coa ch, Virginia Commonwealth University. Laura Kroesche, office assistant, Health Sciences; M.A., Southern Methodist University; previously part-time instructor, Western Carolina University. Siti Kusujiarti, visiting assistant professor, Anthropology/Sociology; Ph.D., University of Kentucky; previously research associate, Ohio University. Jason LaVigne, Computer support technician, Computer Center; B.S.B.A., Western Carolina University; previously, help desk attendant/personal Computer analyst, Cham­pion International. Michelle Lynch, assistant director, Hinds University Center; B.S., Wint hrop University; previously assistant director of residence life and pro­grams, Spartanburg Methodist College. S e p t e m b e r 2 0 , 1 9 9 9 • T h e R e p or t e r 4 Alicia J. Maney, office assistant, NCCAT; previously processing assistant, Western Carolina University. Stephanie Maxwell, processing assistant, Central Stores; previously front office supervisor, Smoky Mountain Cen ter. Karen McKinney, visiting instructor, English; M.A., Western Carolina Univer­sity; teaching assistant, University of New Mexico. Justin Menickelli, visiting instructor and dire ctor of graduate programs, Health and Human Perfor mance; M.A.Ed., Western Carolina University; previously graduate teaching and research assistant, Louisiana State University. Jerry R. Miller, endowed professor in Environmental Sciences, Geosciences/ Natural Resources Management; Ph.D., Southern Illinois Univer­sity; previously as sociate professor, Indiana Unive r­sity- Purdue University. Joseph R. Monroe II, admnistrative assistant, Admissions; B.S., Western Carolina University; previously admissions representative, Western Carolina University. Sandra Murray, tele­phone Operator, NCCAT; previously financial coordinator, WNC Eyecare. Sandra Oldham, receptionist and off ice assistant, Mountain Resource Center; secre­tarial certifica te, Sanford Business College; previ­ously office assistant, North Carolina Depart­ment of Corrections. Suzie Orr, director, University Housing; M.S., Indiana University; previously director of residence life and housing, Saint Mary's College. Scott Owens, assistant professor, Health and Human Performance; Ph.D., Florida State University; previously assistant research scientist, Medical College of Georgia. Doug Parker, Computer support technician, College of Business; B.A., We stern Carolina University; previously with Hunter Library. William Patterson, electrician, Physical Plant; previously electrician, Bryant Electric Repair Company. Elizabeth Philp, assistant professor, Social Work; M.S.W., Boston College; previously teaching assistant, Columbia University School of Social Work. Edward Posaski, assistant athletics director for external affairs, Athletics; M.A., Morehead State University; previously assistant director market­ing and promotions, Morehead State University. Todd Powell, coordinator of enrollment support, Student Affairs; M. A.Ed., Western Carolina Univer­sity; previously coordinator of student assessment, Stanly Community College. Maureen Louise Pruett, office assistant, Admissions; previously office manager, Dr. Christopher Nevant, orthodontist. Thomas Pruett, chief of police, University Police; B.A., Western Carolina University; previously chief of police, City of Marion. Todd Anthony Raleigh, head baseball coac h, Athletics, and ins tructor, Health and Human Perfor­mance; M.A.Ed., Western Carolina University; previously assistant baseball coach, East Carolina University. Mary Lillian Rose, assistant professor, Business Computer Information Systems; Ed.D., University of Houston; previously on faculty of University of Texas-Pan American. Terry L. Shular, food service assistant, NCCAT; previously pharmacy supply technician, Harris Regional Hospital. Benjamin Shults, assistant professor, Mathematics and Computer Science; Ph.D., University of Texas at Austin; previously visiting assistant professor, Kenyon College. S e p t e m b e r 2 0 , 1 9 9 9 • T h e R e p o r t e r 5 Carla B. Simmons, student services assistant, Admissions; A.A.S., Haywood Community College; previously office manager, Computerized Business Solutions. Tracy Skopek, assistant professor, Political Science; M.P.A., Texas Technical University. Shannan Sneed, office assistant, Coulter Faculty Center; previously office assistant, Student Affairs. Shauna Stell, university residence supervisor, Harrill Hall, University Housing; M.A., University of Southern Mississippi; previously graduate hall director, University of Southern Mississippi. Ronnie Sutton, painter, Physical Plant; previously painter, Farris Paintin g Company. Judith Tallent, cashier, Controller's Office; previously teller, First Union National Bank, Sylva. Deborah Tarmann, social research assistant, Mountain Re source Center; previously legal assistant, Eustis, Florida . Franklyn Taylor, university residence supervisor,Walker Hall, University Housing; M.P.A., University of North Florida; previously resid ent assistant, area supervisor, and program assistant, University of North Florida. James Ullmer, visiting assistant professor, Economics, Finance, and International Business; Ph.D., University of Tennessee at Knoxville; previously visiting assistant professor, Texas A&M University. Robert A. Vartabedian, dean, College of Arts and Sciences, and professor, Communication and Theatre Arts; Ph.D., University of Oklahoma; previously professor, Texas A&M University. Angela Waddell, processing assistant, NCCAT; A.A., Southwest­ern Community College; previously office assistant, University Housing. Rebecca Welch, office assistant, Highlands Biological Station. Rachel Wike, office assistant, Human Services; B.S., Western Carolina University; previously office manager, Lamar Advertising. Pamela Williams, processing assistant, University Police; previ­ously administrative assistant, office of Dr. Jack Davis. I * Alfred Trey Williamson, Computer support technician, Computer Center. David Wilson, water/ wastewater plant Operator, Physical Plant; previously supervisor, Maryland Parking. Mildred Nannette Wilson, assistant director, Retention Services; M.A., University of North Carolina-Greensboro; previously adjunct instructor, Southwestern Community College. Paul L. Witty, occupa­tional therapist, Develop­mental Evaluation Cent er; B.S., Eastern Kentucky University; previously with New Mexico School System. Judy Wohlman, staff registered nurse, Student Health Services; B.S., University of North Carolina at Charlotte; previously part-time staff nurse, Student Health Services. Stephanie Worley, office assistant, Nursing; previously legal se cretary/ paralegal, attorney's office. Robert Wyatt, director, Highlands Biological Station, and professor, Biology; Ph.D., Du ke University; previously professor, University of Georgia. S e p t e m b e r 2 0 , 1 9 9 9 • T h e R e p o rt e r 6 Jennifer Zak Place, staff psychologist, Counseling and Psychological Services; Ph.D., State University of New York at Albany; previously psychology intern and adjunct instruc tor, University of Notre Dame Counseling Center. Also new at WCU but not pictured: Deborah Beck, director, Student Health Services; M.P.A., Western Carolina Univer sity; previously director and instructor , Respiratory Care Technology Progra m, Southwestern Community College. Ronnie Bryson, electric meter reader, Physical Plant; previously tree trimmer, Davey Tree Company. Cris Gauss, processing assistant, Devel op­mental Evaluation Center; previousl y office support staff, Smoky Mountain Center. Billy Ham, housekeeper, Physical Plan t; previously molder Operator, Drexel-Heritage. William Heidal, maintenance mechanic, College of Applied Science; previously part-time network administrator, Western Carolina University. Joan Kennedy, infant massage therapist, Developmental Evalu ation Center; M.S.W ., Temple Universi ty; previously self-employed massage therapist. Rick Nicholson, associate director of business, NCCAT; B.A ., Western Carolina University. Ted Phillips, assistant professor, Health and Human Performan ce, and un dergraduate program director, Phys ical Education; Ph.D., University of Sout hern Miss issippi; previously visiting assistant professor, Western Carolina University. Freida Rhinehart, office assistant, MSN Program; B.S., Western Carolina University; previously administrative assistant, Foundation for Evangelism. Dan Spears, Computer Operator, Computer Center; technical certificate, Computer Technological Instit ute; previously Computer Operator, A & P Tea Company. Linda Venturo, office assistant, Criminal Justice; B.S., Western Carolina Uni versity; previously self-employed graphic artist. • Western's faculty mentoring program is the subject of a brown bag luncheon and discussion scheduled for Wednesday, September 22. All faculty are invited to attend the discussion, which is scheduled from noon to 1 p.m. in the Faculty Center meeting area on the second floor of Hunter Library. Several mentors and mentees from previous years' programs sponsored by the center will share their experiences. Last year's faculty mentoring program paired thirty-seven mentors among the tenured faculty with the same number of mentees among tenure track faculty. Bring a sandwich, and the Faculty Center will provide the rest. The Faculty Center also has issued a call for nominations for the UNC Board of Governors' award for excellence in teaching. Nominations will be accepted through Friday, September 24. The award, which carries a $7,500 stipend, is given annually to a tenured faculty member at each of the sixteen University of North Carolina institutions. For further information regarding nomination criteria, contact the center at 227-7196. • Members of the District I North Carolina Association of Educational Office Professionals will hold their annual fall meeting on campus Tuesday, October 12, from 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. The day will include a continental breakfast, a welcome from Chancellor John Bardo, a general session, an awards luncheon, and a two-hour workshop. The workshop will be conducted by Mary Kay Cooley of NCCAT. Cost for the meeting and workshop is $17. The deadline for registration is October 1. All participants will receive a certificate of attendance for two Professional Standard Program hours. For more details and registration forms, contact District 1 President Shirley Bateman at 227-3339. • Student service personnel can take "A Break at the Lake" Thursday, October 7, during a one-day conference to be held at the Harrell Center at Lake Junaluska. Scheduled from 9 a.m. until 3 p.m., the conference is sponsored by WCU's counseling program and Office of Rural Education, and by the Jackson County school system. Conference topics should be of interest to school counselors, school nurses, social workers, resource officers, and other school service professionals. Participants may choose from a number of informational sessions designed to heighten awareness of the needs of all students, especially at-risk students, and to improve responses to these needs. Cost of the conference is $30 for pre-registration, $35 for on-site registration, and $15 for students. National Board for Certified Counselors continuing educa­tion credit is available through Western. For more information, contact the Office of Rural Education, at 227-3307. • Georgia Clay: Pottery in the Folk Tradition is currently featured at the Mountain Heritage Center. The traveling exhibition, which depicts the rich history of the family potteries of Georgia, will be on display at the center through Decem­ber 17 of this year. Georgia's folk pottery tradition grew from the state's rich clay deposits and the needs of nineteenth-century agricultural society. Functional vessels—jugs, jars, churns, and crocks—were used for food preservation and storage. The exhibit includes examples reflecting the genera­tions- old traditional stoneware that is reminiscent of an earlier time, as well as contemporary decorative pottery and whimsical face jugs. For more informa­tion, contact the center at 227-7129. • Faculty are invited to join in a multidisciplinary approach to studying domestic violence. A number of Jackson County agencies participate in a domestic violence task force, and these agencies welcome research involve­ment by the university faculty and their students. Marilyn Chamberlin (anthro­pology/ sociology) and Mickey Randolph (psychology) currently chair two research teams focused on different areas of domestic violence and have several students at work collecting data from county agencies. June Wytock of WCU's Counseling and Psychological Services is facilitating the faculty research teams. For more information, call 227-7469. S e p t e m b e r 2 0 , 1 9 9 9 • T h e R e po r t e r Monday, September 20 Recital—featuring Robert Holquist, vocal. Free. 8 p.m., RH. (227-7242) Heritage Week—"Mountain Pottery." Presentation/demon­stration by Terry Zug and Kim Ellington. 7 p.m., BB. (227-7129) WNC World War II Roundtable—History Professor Emeritus John Bell addresses the issue of allied forc

  • The Reporter, September 2000
    Hunter Library Digital Collections Western Carolina University Cullowhee NC 28723;, 2018
    Co-Authors: Western Carolina University, Western Carolina University
    Abstract:

    The Reporter is a publication produced by Western Carolina University featuring news, events, and campus community updates for faculty and staff. The publication began in August of 1970 and continues digitally today. Click on the link in the “Related Materials” field to access recent issues.News for the Faculty and Staff of Western Carolina University Introducing Nevvcorners to Western T he Reporter will help you get to know the newest members of the WCU community. Here are names, photographs, and brief biographies of the people who have entered full-time positions since September I, 1999. We hope we haven't missed anyone, but please let us know. D. Christy Ashe, program assistant, Chancellor's Office: A.A.S., Southwestern Community College; previously student service assistant, WCU Admissions. Kimi B. Austin, program assistant, Student Affairs; previously self-employed. Patricia Bailey, associ­ate professor, Art; M.F.A., Pratt Institute; previously associate professor, Sussex County Community College. Susan D. Bates, academic adviser, Advising Center; M.E., Kutztown University; previously academic adviser, Lehigh Carbon Community College. Glenna Batson, assistant professor, Physical Therapy; M.A., Columbia University; previously visiting associate clinical professor, University of North Carolina School of Medicine. Robert F. Baucom Jr., assistant men's basketball coach, Athletics; B.A., University of North Carolina-Charlotte; previously corporate membership director and golf assistant, Birkdale Golf Club. Steve Baxley, academic adviser, Advising Center; M.E., North Carolina State University; previously assistant campus minister, Baptist Student Center. Leigh Ann Boddie, office assistant, Athletics; B.A., Western Carolina University. lan Bondi, assistant director of the University Center; B.S., Appalachian State University; previously marketing and publicity intern, University Recreation, ASU. Tiffany Bowers, processing assistant, Physical Plant; B.S.B.A. and B.S., Western Carolina University; previously VIP supervisor, Harrah's. Deborah Brotherton, physician assistant, Health Services; previously Cherokee Hospital-Indian Health Services. Martin Brow, water plant Operator, Physical Plant; B.A., Ricker College; previously water plant Operator, Boca Raton, Florida. Teresa Brown, assistant women's basketball coach, Athletics; B.S., University of Florida; previously basketball coach at Georgia State. Brenda Bumgarner, registered nurse, nursing administrator, and wellness coordinator, Health Services; M.S.N.,Ciarkson College; M.P.H. East Stroudsburg University; previously public health nurse, Comanchee County Public Health Department. Debra M. Canepa, processing assistant, Internal Auditor, Legal Counsel, Equal Opportunity; previously, administrative secretary, Northern Arizona University. Lou Ann Carden, assistant professor of Health Sciences; Ph.D., University of Tennessee; previously assistant professor of foods and nutrition, University of Tennessee-Martin. Jacqueline L. Carpenter, habilitation specialist, Developmental Evaluation Center; B.S., Western Carolina University; previously case manager, Smoky Mountain Counseling Center. Ashley Clayton, medical records manager, Health Services; B.S., East Tennessee State University. john L. Coffey, visiting instructor, Business Computer Information Systems; M.A., Western Carolina University. C. jeffrey Compher, director of athletics, Athletics; M.S., Shippensburg University of Pennsylvannia; previously senior associate director of athletics, Vanderbilt University. Tatum Conley, processing assistant, One Card Office; previously office assistant wcu. 2 Debra L. Connelly, information and commu­nications specialist, Public Information/Publications; M.A., Central Missouri State University; previously community relations, Leesburg Regional Medical Center. Eva N. Cook, library clerk, Hunter Library; A.A.; previously store manager, Yes, Dear, Inc. Michael W. Craft, assistant men's basketball coach, Athletics; M.S., Appalachian State University; previously assistant men's basketball coach, Wingate University. Russell C. Curtis, assistant professor, Human Services; Ph.D., University of North Carolina at Greensboro; previously teaching assistant/instructor, UNC-Greensboro and private counseling practice. Faith E. Dabney, Computer lab coordinator, Computer Center; B.S.B.A., Western Carolina University. Colby T. Deitz, Computer support technician, Computer Center; AA.S., Southwestern Community College; previously engineering aide, North Carolina Department of Transportation Division 14 Quality Assurance Lab. September I I, 2000 • The Reporter William A. Denny, assistant football coach, Athletics; M.B.A., Arizona State University; previously graduate assistant, University of California, Berkeley. Janet Dickinson, assistant professor, Social Work; Ph.D., Columbia University; previously assistant professor, Appalachian State University. Maggie Donahue, assistant director of Upward Bound Math and Science Center; M.P.M.; East Tennessee State University; previously in community development and participant in AmeriCorps. Mary Helen Duke, community development specialist, Mountain Resource Center; M.C.R.P., Clemson University; previously planning supervisor, Tammy Parish School Board. Jeanne Dulworth, visiting assistant professor, Social Work; M.A., University of South Carolina; previously early intervention specialist, Trend Community Mental Health Services. Elizabeth R. Dunkenberger, head women's basketball coach, Athletics; M.A., Virginia Polytechnic Institute; previously assistant women's basketball coach, University of Florida. Christopher Dyke, administrative officer, NCCAT; B.S., University of Florida; previously buyer for Nantahala Outdoor Center. Jill D. Ghnassla, professor and dean of the Honors College; Ph.D .• Duke University; prev1ously director of honors program. University of Hartford. Jan Gilbert, assistant registrar. Registrar's Office; M.S .. Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania; previously student services coordinator. Pima 1 Community College. Andrew Goldberg, community development specialist, Mountain Resource Center; J.D .. lewis and Clark law School and Tufts University; previously employed as lawyer. Jann S. Graham, educational diagnostician, Developmental Evaluation Center; M.A.. Appalachian State University; previously coordinator of Haywood County Family and Senior Resource Center. Noel D. Grahl, habilitation specialist, Developmental Evaluation Center; M.A . Western Carolina University; previously project trainer, Orelena Haucks Puckett Institute. Shellie A. Greenman, assistant women's basketball coach, Athletics; M.S., Virginia Polytechnic Institute; previously assistant women's basket­ball coach, Miami University. Julie W. Haire, resident director, Housing; B.S .• Western Carolina University. 3 Carrie Hall, social research assistant. Human Environmental Sciences; B.S .. Western Carolina University; prev1ously lead teacher. Webster Enter­prise Child Development. Chad A. Hall, program coordmator. Continuing Education/Summer School; B.S.B.A. & law. Western Carolina University; previously human resource d1rector, Immediate Med Services. Inc. Holly D. Harris, academic adviser. Advising Center; M.S .. Western Carolina University. Suzon Hawley, visiting assistant professor, Communications and Theatre Arts; M.A .• louisiana State University; previously part-time WCU instructor. Rebecca Herbers, habilitation specialist, Developmental Evaluation Center; B.S .• Memphis State University; previously executive director, Community Options, Inc. Debra Houdek, assistant professor. Nursing; M.S.N .• Governor's State University; previously family nurse practitioner, Jones Clinic Physician Nework. Barbara Hudson, director, Writing Center; M.F.A.. University of Pittsburg; previously freelance writer and part­time writing mentor at NCCAT. September I I, 2000 • The Reporter Wanda L. Hughes, office assistant. University Advancement; previously lead teacher. Southwestern Child Development Commission. Lisa James, office assistant. Phys1cal Therapy; B.S .. Western Carolina University; previously substitute teacher. Haywood County Schools. Ernest Jamison, applications analyst programming specialist, Computer Center; B.S.B.A.. Western Carolina University; previously at Duke Power. Kathleen Jardine, office assistant, dean's office, College of Applied Sciences; B.A., University of Central Florida; previously secretary/ conference coordinator. WestCare. Robert Keeling, artist illustrator, Public Information/Publications; A.A.S .• Southwestern Community College; previously graphic artist at University of North Carolina-Asheville. Linda Kinnear, administrative officer, NCCAT; M.A., Western Carolina University; previously part-time instructor. WCU English Department. Audrey Kirsch, community development specialist, Mountain Resource Center; M.R.P .• University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill; previously intern with City of Greensboro's Department of Housing and Community Development. Leonard Klekner, visiting assistant professor, Art; all but dissertation for Ph.D., University of Chicago; previously visiting instructor of art, Kutztown University. Pirjo Klubb, office assistant, Criminal Justice; previously program assistant, WestCare TAP Program. Gibbs Knotts, assistant professor, Political Science and Public Affairs; Ph.D., Emory University; previously instructor, Emory University. Howe Lagarade, visiting instructor, Mathematics and Computer Science; M.A.T., University of Delaware; previously adjunct teacher, Warren Wilson College. Tia Lambert, assistant professor, Human Environ­mental Sciences, and Region I coordinator for Star-Rated License Project; M.Ed., Western Carolina University; previously part-time instructor, WCU. Edward D. Lawson, Computer technician, Computer Center; A.E.T., Southwestern Community College; previously owner of office equipment company. Gloria Liverman, visiting assistant professor, Human Environmental Sciences (Hospitality Management); M.S., University of Southern Mississippi; previously culinary arts instructor, Blue Ridge Community College. 4 Gail Mackin, assistant professor, Mathematics and Computer Science; Ph.D., Virginia Polytechnic Institute; previously assistant professor, Georgia &i~millill Southern University. Bethany Mason, processing assistant, Purchasing; B.A., Western Carolina University. Julie L. Mathis, office assistant, Admissions; previously teller, Wachovia Bank. Miles McGinty, visiting assistant professor, Modern Foreign Languages; Ed.D., University of Georgia; previously part-time instructor, Western Carolina University. Jacquelyn C. McHargue, university judicial coordinator, Housing/ Student Affairs; M.Ed., Clemson University; previously area coordinator, Appalachian State University. Elizabeth McRae, assistant professor, History; Ph.D., University of Georgia; previously graduate assistant, University of Georgia. Timothy Melton, locksmith, Physical Plant; previously with Burns Survey. September I I, 2000 • The Reporter Nancy S. Morgan, enrollment services officer, Financial Aid Office; B.S., Western Carolina University; previously accounting clerk, Jackson County Board of Education. Karen Nicholson, office assistant, Office of Student Affairs; previously in the graduate office. Valorie Nybo, assistant professor, Health and Human performance; Ed.D., University of Tennessee. Karen Odom, director, Fitness Center; B.S., Appalachian State Univer­sity; previously health educator for the Macon County Public Health Department. Stacey L. Palmore, assistant men's basketball coach, Athletics; B.S., Livingstone College; previously assistant men's basketball coach, Erskine College. Jeremiah Pegram, Computer lab coordinator; Computer Center; B.S.B.A., Western Carolina University; previously Computer lab manager, WCU General Labs. Rosann M. Perrotta, habilitation specialist, Developmental Evaluation Center; B.S., Western Carolina University; previously specialized instruction resource teacher, Southwestern Child Development Commission. Michael J. Razdrh, academic adviser, Advising Center; M.A., Central Michigan University; previously at Smoky Mountain Mental Health. Deborah Rogers, administrative officer, NCCAT; B.S., Western Carolina Unviersity. Gloria Rogers, general utility worker, Physical Plant; previously horticulturist, Cobb County Board of Commissioners. James Rogers, roofer, Physical Plant; previously carpenter. Arthur Salido, visiting assistant professor, Chemistry and Physics; Ph.D., Wake Forest University; previously chemistry instructor, Southwest Virginia Governor's School for Math and Science. Dane Scot, assistant professor, Philosophy and Religion; Ph.D., Vanderbilt University; previously visiting assistant professor, Wake Forest University. Pongracz Sennyey, assistant professor and collection development librarian, Hunter Library; M.A., University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign; previously collection development and management librarian, Bradley University. 5 Rebecca C. Short, admissions counselor, Admissions; B.S., Western Carolina University. Stephen J. Shurina, head men's basketball coach, Athletics; M.S., Brooklyn College; previously assistant men's basketball coach, Vanderbilt University. Chuck Smith, visiting assistant professor, History; Ph.D., Auburn University; previously adjunct faculty, Auburn University. Michael E. Smith, assistant professor, Management; Ph.D., Portland State University. Chadd A. Snider, support technician, Computer Center; B.S.B.A., Western Carolina University; previously Moore lab manager. Karen Speights, secretary, Purchasing; previously legal assistant, C. Christopher Smith, P.A. Bil Stahl, university librarian, Hunter Library; M.S., Illinois University; previously university director of information technology, University of North Carolina-Charlotte. September I I, 2000 • The Reporter Barbara Starnes, registered nurse, staff nurse, Health Services; A.A., Western Wisconsin Technical College; previously staff nurse, Mission-St. Joseph Hospi­tal. Richard Starnes, assistant professor, History; Ph.D., Auburn University; previously assistant professor, Mars Hill College. Thomas (Rick) Stough, university housekeeping administrator, Physical Plant; previously plant manager and state custodial trainer, Lee County Schools, Fort Myers, Florida. Kenneth Sundberg, visiting assistant professor, Chemistry and Physics; Ph.D., Iowa State University; previously assistant professor, Tarleton State University. joni F. Thornburg, promotions and marketing specialist, Continuing Education/Summer School; M.A., East Tennessee State University; previously communications specialist and webmaster, Tusculum College. Jubal Tiner, assistant professor, English; Ph.D., Oklahoma State University; previously adjunct faculty, Indiana University-East. Daniel Tinker, assistant professor, Geosciences/ Natural Resource Management; Ph.D., University of Wyoming; previously post-doctoral research assistant, University of Wisconsin. Edna Todd, visiting assistant professor, Nursing; M.S.N., University of North Carolina-Charlotte; previously nursing program director, Region A Nursing Consortium. Eric S. Trogdon, assistant director, Admissions; M.P.A., University of North Carolina-Charlotte; previously Department of Social Services investigator, Macon County. Laurel Vartabedian, assistant professor, Communication and Theatre Arts; Ph.D., University of Oklahoma; previously professor of speech communication, Amarillo College. Nansi White, social research assistant, Human Environmental Sciences; M.S., University of Maine; previously field interviewer, Research Triangle Institute. Henry Whitmire, facilities mechanical project manager, Physical Plant; B.A., University of North Carolina-Charlotte; previously mechanical designer, JN Pease Associates. Kristy Williams, water plant Operator, Physical Plant; B.S., Western Carolina University. Shane Williams, outdoor programs coordinator, University Center; B.S., Western Carolina University; previously head instructor, adventure travel trip leader, Nantahala Outdoor Center. 6 Jennifer Wise, office assistant, Human Environmental Science; previously administrative assistant, Austin Caputo Physical Therapy. Brian Wright, visiting lecturer, Political Science/Public Affairs; Ph.D., Kent State University; previously part-time WCU instructor. Julie 0. Young, director of conferences and institutes, Continuing Education/Summer School; M.A., University of Southern Mississippi; previously director of academic services, Montreat College. Hunter R. Yurachek, senior associate director of athletics for external relations, Athletics; M.A., University of Richmond; previously assistant athletic director for marketing, promotions and ticketing, Vanderbilt University. Parking Lot Expansion Completed The watertower parking lot located between Robertson Hall and the Chancellor's Residence was redesigned and repaved this summer. The redesign allowed for an expansion of available parking in the area from 70 to 14 3 spaces. The lot is available for both resident and com­muter parking. It will be particularly valuable to commuters attending classes in Moore and to the residents of Robertson, Reynolds, and Buchanan. The cost of the project was $181,815. Funds for the project were allocated from the parking and traffic trust fund which is supported by vehicle registration fees and traffic fines, said Gene McAbee, director of Univeristy Police. September II, 2000 • The Reporter Also new atWCU but not pictured: Matthew D. Almond, night Computer Operator, Computer Center; previously audio engineer, Almonds, Inc. David Bennett, security guard, Ramsey Center; previously WCU police officer. Suzanne L. Blanton, housekeeper, Housing; previously North Carolina Department of Transportation. David Bradley, maintenance mechanic, Physical Plant. Michael Cope, police officer, University Police; previously WCU auxiliary police officer. Roy Cope, maintenance mechanic, Physical Plant; previously self-employed plumber. Andrew Davis, office assistant, Nursing (Asheville office); B.A., Western Carolina University; previously legal assistant, Van Winkle, Buck, Wall, Starnes, and Davis, P.A. Elsa M. Drevyn, physical therapist, Developmental Evaluation Center, M.A., University of Miami; previously physical therapist, Harris Regional Hospital. Sarah Gerhardt, resident director, Housing; M.S., Northern Michigan Univer­sity; previously graduate assistant at NMU. Scott Holder, police officer, University Police; previously police officer, Blue Ridge Public Safety. Clara J. Mathis, housekeeper, Housing; previously sewing machine Operator, Buster Brown Apparel. C. Leigh McDonald, outreach counselor, Talent Search; M.E.; previously director of education instruction, SOAR. Delores McFalls, housekeeper, Ramsey Center; previously food service worker, Aramark. Jessie McPeeke, processing assistant, University Police; previously secretary, Bryant Skinner Co. Nancy N. Rhodes, student services assistant, Financial Aid; previously with Manpower Waynesville. Marcus Roberts, resident director, Housing; M.Div., Oral Roberts University. Jan B. Shearin, processing assistant, Developmental Evaluation Center; B.S.B.A, Western Carolina University; previously office manager Sylva Dermatology and Psychiatry. Betty Stanley, housekeeper, Housing; previously custodian/bus driver, Cullowhee Valley School. Mark Your Calendars Mlluntam Hcnmgc D>lY Sattmby, Sept.:mher 30 wuu Etta Baker, playing the Pil,dmnnt hlues for etghry years, b the >peunl Moun­t: lin Heritage D:1y Spot light Concert on Friday, Scprem­h

  • The Reporter, September 1996
    Hunter Library Digital Collections Western Carolina University Cullowhee NC 28723;, 2018
    Co-Authors: Western Carolina University
    Abstract:

    The Reporter is a publication produced by Western Carolina University featuring news, events, and campus community updates for faculty and staff. The publication began in August of 1970 and continues digitally today. Click on the link in the “Related Materials” field to access recent issues.News from the Faculty and Staff of Western Carolina University September 11, 1996 Cullowhee, North Carolina Meet some new Western fulltimers Even on a campus as friendly as Western Carolina University's, it's sometimes difficult to match the new names and faces each year brings to Cullowhee. This special issue of the Reporter can help, offering names, faces, and a bit of biography about people who have entered full-time positions at WCU since September 1, 1995. Margaret Adams, program director, Asheville office, Mountain Resource Center; Ph.D., Tufts University; previously self-employed, Step­ping Stones Consult­ants. Cynthia Atterholt, assistant professor of chemistry; Ph.D., University of Califor­nia- Davis. Debasish Banerjee, assistant professor of Computer information systems; Ph.D., University of Arkan­sas; previously assis­tant professor of Computer information systems, Northwest­ern State University. Julia Barnes, assis­tant professor of math and Computer science; Ph.D., University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill. Kurt J. Beathard, assistant football coach, Intercollegiate Athletics; instructor of health, physical educa­tion and recreation; B.A., Towson State University; previously secondary coach, University of the Pacific. John A. Bernard, visiting assistant professor of psychol­ogy; Ph.D., North Carolina State Univer­sity; previously assis­tant director of Devel­opmental Evaluation Center. C. Doyle Bickers, director, Office of Admissions; M.Div., Emory University; previously director of enrollment planning and services, Clinch Valley College. William R. Bleil, assistant football coach, Intercollegiate Athletics; and instruc­tor of health, physical education and recre­ation; M.A.Ed., New Mexico Highlands University; previously offensive coordinator/ offensive line coach, University of the Pacific. Mary B. Boat, assistant professor of human services; Ph.D., University of Minnesota; previously teacher, Oak Grove Intermediate School. Sandra K. Bowling, office assistant, North Carolina Center for the Advancement of Teaching; M.S., Western Carolina University; previously receptionist, Hinds University Center, WCU. Monica L. Bradshaw, assistant professor of human services; Ph.D., Louisiana State University; previously speech/language pathologist, Lockhart Independent School District. 2 Brian K. Bridges, director, Minority Affairs; M.P.A., University of North Carolina at Charlotte; previously minority academic advisor, UNC-C. Billie Jo Buchanan, housekeeper, Physical Plant; previously operating room transporter, Harris Regional Hospital. Robert E. (Bob) Buckner, visiting instructor of music; B.S., Western Caro­lina University; previously part-time instructor, WCU. David Burress, welder, Physical Plant; previously boilermaker/fitter, Potts Welding. Janet L. Cabe, accounting clerk, Office of Internal Auditor; B.S.B.A., Western Carolina University; previously office assistant, Human Services, WCU. Donna Carpenter, patient relations representative, Counseling and Psychological Ser­vices; A.A., South­western Community College; previously secretary, North Carolina Vocational Rehabilitation. Aaron Carter, plumber, Physical Plant; previously master craftsman, Clemson University. Carolann B. Cartwright, office assistant, Health and Human Performance; A.A., Truett- McConnell College; previously adminis­trative assistant, Truett-McConnell College. James R. Catron, electronics technician, Physical Plant. Laura G. Chapman, media technician, Faculty Center for Excellence in Teach­ing and Learning; previously clerk, Media Center, WCU. Danial L. Clapper, assistant professor of Computer information systems; Ph.D., Georgia State Univer­sity; previously assistant professor of management informa­tion systems, Clarkson University. Richard J. Collings, vice chancellor, Academic Affairs; Ph.D., Tulane Univer­sity; previously provost and vice president for aca­demic affairs, Kutztown University. Carol S. Conkell, assistant professor of health, physical education, and recreation; Ph.D., Florida State Univer­sity; previously assistant professor, University of West Florida. Dianne G. Cook, assistant to the chancellor for Equal Opportunity Pro­grams; M.S., East Carolina University; previously adminis­trator, Jackson County Schools. Ann Cooper, police officer, Office of Public Safety; previ­ously auxiliary officer/ jailer, Jackson County Sheriffs Department. William Cope, maintenance me­chanic, Physical Plant; previously building and grounds supervisor, South­eastern Virginia Training Center. Beth Corbin, office assistant, Mountain Resource Center; previously word processor, Angel Community Hospital. James Costa, assistant professor of biology; Ph.D., Uni­versity of Georgia; previously postdoctoral fellow, Museum of Compara­tive Zoology. September 11,1996* T he Reporter 3 Mark Couture, assistant professor of modern foreign languages; Ph.D., Duke University; previously visiting instructor, Duke University. William (Willey) Danner Jr., boiler Operator, Physical Plant; previously boiler Operator, Jackson Paper. William Davis, police officer, Office of Public Safety; previously deputy sheriff, Jackson County Sheriffs Department. Katherine Denise, program assistant, North Carolina Center for the Ad­vancement of Teach­ing; previously self-employed court reporter. Mary Dillard, housekeeper, Physi­cal Plant; previously machine Operator, Buster Brown. Charles R. Dingle, assistant athletic trainer, Intercolle­giate Athletics; M.S. Indiana University; previously graduate assistant trainer, Indiana University. Mark A. Ellison, assistant director, Office of Admissions; M.Ed., University of South Carolina; previously student development counse­lor, University of South Carolina. Michael Ferrell, purchasing agent, Purchasing; B.S., Concord College; previously medical materials buyer, Bluefield Regional Medical Center. Randolph S. Fournier, center fellow, North Caro­lina Center for the Advancement of Teaching; Ph.D., Virginia Tech; previously chair, Department of Computer Technol­ogy, York County Technical College. Lora J. Fox, house­keeper, North Caro­lina Center for the Advancement of Teaching; previously housekeeper, Ramsey Center, WCU. Lynn F. Fox, pro­cessing assistant, Hunter Library; previously self-employed, Lynn Fox Realty. Howard Fredrics, visiting instructor of music; M.M.E., University of Texas- Austin; previously assistant instructor, UT-Austin. Tristan Fuierer, visiting assistant professor of chemis­try; Ph.D., State University of New York at Buffalo; previously teaching assistant, SUNY-Buffalo. Amy Fuqua, visiting assistant professor of English; Ph.D., University of South Carolina; previously tutor, Writing Center, use. Ronald Gamble, housekeeper, Ramsey Center. Shirley Grant, office assistant, Philosophy and Religion. Michael Guffey, plumber, Physical Plant; previously plumber, Ward's Plumbing. William E. Harn, associate professor of human services; Ph.D., Southern Illinois University; previously associate professor, Texas Tech University. The Reporter • September 11,1996 4 Craig Haskett, housekeeper, Ramsey Center; previously surveyor assistant, Scott Sylvester. Ted S. Henson, acting center fellow, North Carolina Center for the Ad­vancement of Teach­ing; M.Ed., Campbell University; previously director of elementary education, Alamance County Schools. Anna T. Hicks, assistant professor of administration, curriculum, and instruction; Ph.D., University of South Carolina; previously program coordinator, South Carolina Center for the Ad­vancement of Teach­ing and School Lead­ership. Jennifer L. Hinton, visiting assistant professor of recre­ational therapy/health and human perfor­mance; M.S., Indiana University; previously instructor, Georgia Southern University. Kathryn W. Hosig, assistant professor of nutrition/dietetics; Ph.D., Purdue Univer­sity; previously assistant professor, University of Arkan­sas. Edward E. House, applications program­mer, Division of Continuing Educa­tion and Summer and School; A.A., State University of New York at Farmingdale; previously, telecom­munications officer, U.S. Department of State. Marcia T. Jarrell, accounting techni­cian, North Carolina Center for the Ad­vancement of Teach­ing; M.B.A., Western Carolina University; previously reimburse­ment analyst, Smoky Mountain Center for Mental Health, Developmental Disabilities, and Substance Abuse Services. Julie T. Johnson, assistant professor of marketing; Ph.D., Georgia State Uni­versity; previously instructor of market­ing, Georgia State University. Tina S. Jones, student services assistant, Student Financial Aid; B.S.B.A., Western Carolina University; previously processing assistant, Registrar's Office, WCU. Jennifer Jones- Goodwin, program coordinator, Univer­sity Housing; M.A., Appalachian State University; previ­ously graduate assistant, ASU. John W. Kennedy, driver, North Caro­lina Center for the Advancement of Teaching; previously maintenance park worker, New York State Office of Parks and Recreation. Tracy Kilpatrick, processing assistant, Mountain Resource Center; previously, accountant, Murphy Medical Center. Nell M. Leather-wood, research associate, Western North Carolina Tomorrow, Mountain Resource Center; M.P.A., Western Carolina University; previously Smart Start Coordinator, Mountain Resource Center, WCU. Jeffrey Ledbetter, general utility worker, Physical Plant; previously grass mower, Bob Morgan. Elizabeth R. Leftwich, media specialist; Faculty Center for Excellence in Teaching and Learning; M.Ed., University of North Carolina at Charlotte; previously director of institutional effective­ness and planning, Gaston College. September 11,1996 • T he Reporter 5 Suzanne Levere, office assistant, Mountain Resource Center; B.S., Alfred University; previ­ously senior associ­ate, South Municipal Advisors. Roger L. Lirely, assistant professor of accounting; D.B.A., Southern Illinois University; previ­ously graduate assistant, Southern Illinois University. Chester (Chet) P. Lizak, assistant professor of manufac­turing engineering technology; Ph.D., University of Massa­chusetts; previously private consultant. Lisa C. Martin, office assistant, College of Education and Allied Profes­sions; B.A., Newberry College; previously graduate assistant, College of Education and Allied Profes­sions, WCU. Rhonda McDowell, office assistant, Mountain Resource Center; previously receptionist, Doctor's Vision Center. Cindy G. McGaha, visiting assistant professor of child development and family relations; M.S., University of North Carolina at Greensboro; previ­ously graduate teaching assistant, UNC-G. Clifton McGinnis, general utility worker, Physical Plant; previously greenskeeper/mainte-nance, Laurel Ridge Country Club. Jerry D. McKinney, assistant professor of criminal justice; Ed.D., Montana State University; previ­ously assistant professor, Lake Superior State University. Jane E. Meekins, visiting assistant professor of English; Ph.D., Florida State University; previ­ously university visiting instructor, Florida State Univer­sity. Sharon E. Metcalfe, assistant professor of clinical laboratory science; M.S., Univer­sity of Colorado; previously senior nursing educator, Asheville-Buncombe Technical Commu­nity College. Allison Mae Miller, visiting instructor of English; M.A., University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill; previously enhanced teaching assistant, University of Georgia. Linda Mounce, office assistant, Mountain Resource Center; previously administrative assistant bookkeeper, Apple Realty. S. Lorraine Norwood, processing assistant, Asheville office, Mountain Resource Center; B.A., University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill; previ­ously medical secre­tary, Blue Ridge Center. Richard J. (Dick) O'Brien, assistant football coach, Inter­collegiate Athletics; M.A., Western Ken­tucky University; previously special teams coach and kick­ing personnel, Uni­versity of Tennessee. Carol Ann Oxendine, office assistant, Adminis­tration, Curriculum and Instruction; previously litho­graphic processor, East Carolina Univer­sity. Kevin L. Pennington, assis­tant professor of administration, curriculum and instruction; Ph.D., Kansas State Univer­sity; previously natural science division chair, Cowley County Community College. L. Dale Phillips, housekeeper, Univer­sity Housing; previ­ously sales person, Cherokee Sales. The Reporter • September 11,1996 6 Scott Philyaw, assistant professor of history; Ph.D., Uni­versity of North Carolina at Chapel Hill; previously visiting lecturer, UNC-CH. Daniel Pierce, visiting instructor of history; Ph.D., Uni­versity of Tennessee; previously visiting assistant professor, University of North Carolina at Asheville. Roger T. Robinson, housekeeper, Physical Plant; previously maintenance worker, Smoky Mountain Doll Company. Marya Roland, assistant professor of art; M.F.A., Univer­sity of Washington. Anita Rose, visiting instructor of English; M.A., University of North Carolina at Greensboro; previ­ously graduate instructor, UNC-G. Steven Ryan, assistant football coach, Intercollegiate Athletics; and instruc­tor of health, physical education and recre­ation; M.A.Ed., Clemson University; previously defensive secondary coach/punt team, Northeast Louisiana University. Sandra Saunders, visiting assistant professor of English; Ph.D., Florida State University; previ­ously visiting instruc­tor, WCU. Julie F. Sawyer, director of food services, North Carolina Center for the Advancement of Teaching; B.S., University of Tennes­see; previously food service manager, Southeastern Juris­dictional Administra­tive Council. Carl L. Saxby, visiting assistant professor of market­ing; Ph.D., University of Memphis; previ­ously graduate teaching assistant, University of Mem­phis. Elaine Sherrill, office assistant, Chemistry; M.A., Western Carolina University; previ­ously graduate assistant, Writing Center, WCU. Ronald E. Shiffler, dean, College of Business; Ph.D., University of Florida; previously professor of management, University of Louis­ville. Daphne Sipes, visiting professor of business law; J.D., University of South Carolina; previously associate professor of business law, Univer­sity of Texas at San Antonio. Penelope (Penny) S. Smith, assistant professor of adminis­tration, curriculum, and instruction; Ph.D., Rice Univer­sity; Ed.D., Univer­sity of North Carolina at Greensboro; previously assistant professor, UNC-G. Stanley Solesbee, HVAC mechanic, Physical Plant; previously janitor, Biltmore Estate. Kathy A. Starr, assistant professor of physical therapy; Ph.D., Albany Medi­cal College; previ­ously lead science instructor, South­western Community College. James Stille, vend­ing machine supplier, Auxiliary Services; previously HVAC installer, Ward's Plumbing. Debbie Trull, personnel technician, Human Resources; B.S.B.A., Western Carolina University; previously personnel officer, Plus Linen and Uniforms Ser­vice. Beth W. Vinson, community develop­ment specialist, Mountain Resource Center; B.S.B.A., Western Carolina University; previ­ously president and CEO, Cherokee Elite Inc. September 11,1996* T he Reporter Thursday, September 12 Performance by the Capitol Steps, political satirists. A Lectures, Concerts, and Exhibitions Series event. RAC, 7:30 p.m. $10 adults, $8 seniors and WCU employees, $3 children and non-WCU students, Free to WCU students. (227-7234) Concert of chamber music, with Dan Willett, oboe, and faculty members. RH, 8 p.m. (227-7242) Friday, September 13 TGIF gathering. University Club, Central Drive, 4:30-6:30 p.m. (227-7268) "Totally Tuesday Comedy Nite," with Comedian Leighann Lord. Free pizza. Dodson Cafeteria, 9 p.m. $1 WCU students, $3 others. (227-7206) Drive-in double feature. Sponsored by Last Minute Productions. (227-7206) Beginning kayak clinic. $20 WCU students, $30 others. Includes guides, equipment, lunch, and transportation. Through September 15. (227- 7206) Saturday, September 14 Cedar Creek (TN) caving. $10 WCU students, $15 others. Includes guides, lunch, and transportation. (227-7206) Concert, "Reggae with Mystic Vibrations." Tent by RAC, 8 p.m. (227-7206) Football, Cats vs. Wofford. Whitmire Stadium, 2 p.m. Sunday, September 15 Chimney Rock picnic. $2 WCU students, $5 others. (227-7206) Monday, September 16 "WOW! Women on Weights," strength training for begin­ners. Fitness Center, 12:30-2 p.m. (227-7069) Tuesday, September 17 Cholesterol screenings, sponsored by the Wellness Program. Appointment necessary. Killian 104, 8-10 a.m. $15. (227-7018) "WOW! Women on Weights," strength training for interme­diate exercisers. Fitness Center, 1-2:30 p.m. (227-7069) "The Art of Complaining." For members of the WCU Associa­tion of Educational Office Professionals. Mary Will Mitchell Room, Brown Cafeteria, noon. (227-7108) Presentation by Wayne Dickert, a member of the American Olympic canoe-racing team. Room 104, Killian Building, 6 p.m. Free. (227- 7479) Noncredit course, "Natural Body Care Products." Spon­sored by Continuing Education and Summer School. $24. (227- 7397) Noncredit course, "Grow Your Own Silk Worms." Sponsored by Continuing Education and Summer School. $2. (227-7397) Wednesday, September 18 Cholesterol screenings, sponsored by the Wellness Program. Appointment necessary. Killian 104, 8-10 a.m. $15. (227-7018) "WOW! Women on Weights," strength training for begin­ners. Fitness Center, 12:30-2 p.m. (227-7069) Movie, Search & Destroy. Sponsored by Chelsea Gallery Film Series. Belk 104, 7:30 p.m. Thursday, September 19 "WOW! Women on Weights," strength training for interme­diate exercisers. Fitness Center, 1-2:30 p.m. (227-7069) Picnic for new and second year faculty. Sponsored by the Faculty Center for Excellence in Teaching & Learning. Picnic area, 4:30-8 p.m. (227-7196) Faculty recital by Bradley Ulrich, trumpet, and Kenneth Kroesche, tuba. RH, 8 p.m. (227-7242) Open Mike Nite. Place and time TBA (227-7206) Friday, September 20 "WOW! Women on Weights," strength training for begin­ners. Fitness Center, 12:30-2 p.m. (227-7069) TGIF gathering. University Club, Central Drive, 4:30-6:30 p.m. (227-7268) Noncredit course, "Beginning Dulcimer." Sponsored by Continuing Education and Summer School. Through September 21. $39. (227-7397) Roller skating in Franklin. 7- 10 p.m. $4 WCU students, $5 others. Includes transportation and skate rentals. (227-7206) Saturday, September 21 Day trip to Atlanta to see "Rings: Five Passions in World Art," an exhibit at the Atlanta High Museum. (227-7206) Trip to Riverbanks Zoo, Columbia, SC. $15 WCU students, $18 others. (227- 7206) Football, Cats vs. The Citadel. Charleston, SC, 7 p.m. Sunday, September 22 Rafting on the Ocoee River, site of 1996 Olympic Whitewater events. (227-7206) Submission deadlines: The next issue of the Reporter will be published September 23. News items and calendar notices should be sent to 1601 Ramsey Center. Items for the electronic bulletin board on campus (cable channel 39) and for the university's calendar on the World Wide Web (http:// www.wcu.edu/ml) should reach 1601 Ramsey Center at least three days before the event in question. Now showing Exhibitions: "Migration of the Scotch-Irish People." Mountain Heritage Center, 8 a.m.-5 p.m., Monday-Friday. Faculty show. Belk Building Art Gallery, 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday-Friday, and by appointment, through September 27. Key: HFR - H.F. Robinson Administration Building; HS/CF - Hennon Stadium/Childress Field; NSA - Natural Sciences Auditorium; RAC - Ramsey Regional Activity Center; RH - Recital hall, Coulter Building; UC - University Center. The Reporter • S eptember 11,1996 Mary Warner, assistant professor of English; D.A., Univer­sity of Michigan; previously assistant professor, Black Hills State University. Charles Warren, visiting assistant professor of social work; Ph.D., Univer­sity of North Carolina at Chapel Hill; previously assistant professor, University of Virginia. A. Damon Williams, assistant men's bas­ketball coach, Inter­collegiate Athletics; instructor of health, physical education and recreation; B.A., Virginia Military Institute; previously head basketball coach, Rockbridge County High School. John Williams, visiting instructor of history; Ph.D., Uni­versity of Michigan; previously part-time instructor, WCU. Pat Wilson, elec­tronic resources librarian, Hunter Library; M.L.S., Louisiana State University; previ­ously reference librarian, Frostburg State University. Rick W. Wilson, assistant professor of physical therapy; Ph.D., University of Virginia; previously director of research and practice, Depart­ment of Physical Therapy, Lackland Air Force Base. Rollyn "Oak" Winters, dean, Division of Continu­ing Education and Summer School; Ed.D., Harvard University; previ­ously dean for out­reach, Montana State University. Also new at WCU but not pictured: Elizabeth (Bess) Ledford, office assistant, Hunter Library; B.S., Western Carolina University; previously fundraising consultant, Touchpoint Group. Daniel A. Lobdell, library assis­tant, Hunter Library; M.S., Simmons College; previously staff photographer, Richard Brown & Associates. Robert S. Powell, Computer Operator, Computer Center; previously employed by ITT Automotive. Trevor Rundle, instructor of biology; M.S., Indiana University; previously part-time instructor, WCU. Nancy Weissberg, library assis­tant, Hunter Library; B.A., University of Minnesota. The Reporter is published by the Office of Public Information every other Monday during fall and spring semesters, except during final exams. Mail

  • The Reporter, September 1995
    Hunter Library Digital Collections Western Carolina University Cullowhee NC 28723;, 2018
    Co-Authors: Western Carolina University
    Abstract:

    The Reporter is a publication produced by Western Carolina University featuring news, events, and campus community updates for faculty and staff. The publication began in August of 1970 and continues digitally today. Click on the link in the “Related Materials” field to access recent issues.News from the Faculty and Staff of Western Carolina University September 4, 1995 Cullowhee, North Carolina In quotes this week On Computers in education: "The Orwellian view presented in 1984, with electronics feeding us an unending flow of mind-dulling jabber, is growing dimmer and dimmer. Computers are becoming tools of education, not re-education. . . . An interesting irony is that it took thousands of years for mankind to realize it really was worth taking a few years away from home to transform students into educated beings. Now how do we convince society that we can accomplish the task from home by sitting in front of a monitor ?" - Eric C. Richardson, Internet trainer, in Internet World magazine Time capsule Western expansion: Thirty years ago this week, Western Carolina College President Paul A. Reid opened the school's seventy-seventh year, addressing more than 1,130 freshmen and transfer students packed in Hoey Aud­itorium, which seated only 850. The year's total enroll­ment was the largest to that date—more than 2,500—and a $6-million expansion project was under way on campus. I 965 Holding the reins Administrative positions have temporary occupants for 1995-96 Anumber of depart­ment head and administrative staff positions at Western Carolina University have new or temporary occu­pants this year, and four administrative jobs have search committees seeking permanent employees. Those four are the positions of dean of the College of Business, dean of continuing education and summer school, registrar, and director of admissions. Dr. John Wade, associ­ate professor of economics, is interim dean of the College of Business. Harry Ramsey, assistant to the chancellor for programs in Asheville, heads the committee to find a permanent dean. The university hopes to fill the position by July 1, 1996. Dr. Anthony Hickey, dean of research and graduate studies, is head of the committee seeking a new dean of continuing education and summer school. Malcolm Loughlin, associate dean of the division, is acting dean until the position is filled permanently. The new dean should be in the position by July 1, 1996. Final candidates for the position of registrar are meeting with inter­viewers on campus. October 1 is the target date for having the position filled, according to Dr. Michael Malone, assistant vice chancellor for aca­demic affairs. Malone is also acting director of admissions while a committee led by Dr. J.C. Alexander, cont'd Library gets Niggii materials The Special Collections unit of Hunter Library has acquired from the Office of University Services a number of items related to former theatre professor Josefina Niggii. Friends and former colleagues of Niggii may be interested in viewing these archival materials, which include books by Niggii, commemorative albums, university correspondence, and programs for a 1984 memorial tribute. Books in the collection are Mexican Silhouettes; Mexican Silhouettes, 1928; Pointers on Play-wrighting; New Pointers on Playwrighting; Step Down, Elder Brother; and Mexican Village. Niggii, a native of Mexico, joined the Western Carolina faculty in 1956 and died in Cullowhee in 1983. For more information on the collection, call George Frizzell in Hunter Library at 227-7474. Reins cont'd associate dean of arts and sciences, searches for a permanent director. The committee plans to complete its work by October 1. Four academic depart­ments have acting heads: • English - Dr. Gayle Miller, assistant professor • Chemistry and Physics - Dr. Roger Bacon, professor • Economics, Finance, and International Business - Dr. Max Schreiber, associate professor • Accounting and Information Systems - This column from the Steering Committee provides information on WCU's self-study activities. March 25-28, 1996 Those are the dates for the site visit by the university's SACS/NCAA visiting committee. Please mark your calendars now. As we prepare our 1995-96 academic year schedule, please remember it is extremely important that all administrators, all department heads, and as many faculty members as Dr. Phil Little, associate professor In addition, Dr. Terry Gibson, formerly associate professor at Middle Ten­nessee State University, is head of the Department of Social Work and Sociology. Dr. Katherine White, formerly chairman of the Department of Develop­mental and Rehabilitative Services at the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey, is head of the new Department of Physical Therapy. Karen Lunnen, who filled the position during the search for a permanent head, remains with the physical therapy department as clinical coordinator. possible be on campus those days and available to meet with members of the visiting committee. University review of report At the beginning of Octo­ber, copies of the complete draft self-study report will be distributed university-wide. Every faculty sena­tor, university administra­tor, and trustee will receive a copy for review. At least one copy will be sent to each college and September 4,1995 Newsfile • A consortium headquar­tered in the Center for Improving Mountain Living (CIML) offered an international workshop on research methodologies this summer. The staff of CIML's Center for PVO (Private Voluntary Organization)/ University Collaboration in Development titled the four-day workshop "Par­ticipatory Collaborative Research Methodologies." Participants from nine­teen countries met at Alabama's Tuskeegee University to discuss developing methods that involve many stakeholders departmental office, and to each major staff office. Five copies will be given to the Student Govern­ment Association (SGA), and five copies will be placed on reserve at Hunter Library. The Faculty Senate will discuss the document at its October meeting, SGA will be invited to submit comments, and open forums to discuss the report will be held on campus. In addition, the Steering Committee plans a self-mailing Reporter insert soliciting written faculty and staff responses to the draft report. • T he Reporter in research and implemen­tation in agriculture, health, social sciences, and other fields. The workshop was spon­sored by the Sustainable Agriculture and Natural Resource Management Collaborative Research Support Program of the PVO/University Center. For information on pro­ceedings from the work­shop, call Dr. Robert Gurevich, CIML director, or Ralph Montee, program director, at 227-7492. • Get your cholesterol checked when the univer­sity Wellness Program brings screenings to the University Center for National Cholesterol Awareness Month. You may be tested 8-11 a.m. Tuesday and Wednesday, September 19 and 20, in the Cherokee Room of the UC. Appointments are required, and the cost is $13.50. Call 227-7018. • Please note the following relocations within McKee Building: Academic Advis­ing and Retention Services has moved to Room 30, and the Regional Math Science Program has moved to Rooms 51, 61, and 71. The career services office, career library, student employment, Student Support Services, and Talent Search remain in their customary locations. SACS / NCAA SELF-STUDY An update on preparations for the March 1996 site visit WCU Calendar September 4—17, 1995 w Monday, September 4 Labor Day holiday. Tuesday, September 5 Fraternity rush begins. Runs through September 5. (227-7234) Classes resume. 8 a.m. Classes begin in Cherokee. 8 a.m. Discussion, "Remembering World War II," led by Dr. David Dorondo. Jackson County Public Library, Sylva, 7 p.m. Free. (586-4497) Wednesday, September 6 Workshop on bike mainte­nance. (227-7479) Board of Trustees meet­ing. Room 510, HFR, 10 a.m. Thursday, September 7 Concert by Cook & the Coconuts. UC lawn, 8 p.m. Free. (227-7479) Concert by visiting scholar Peter Kjome, oboist. RH, 8 p.m. Friday, September 8 Volleyball, Cats at Furman Tournament. Greenville, SC. Runs through September 9. University Club. UClub House, 4:30-6:30 p.m. (227-7268) Saturday, September 9 Two-day kayak clinic begins. (227-7479) Full-moon bike trip on Blue Ridge Parkway. (227-7479) Atlanta Zoo trip. (227-7479) Sunday, September 10 Panthertown day hike. (227-7479) "All in the Family: A Grandparent's Day Celebra­tion," an Arti-Facts program. MHC, 2:30 p.m. Free. Monday, September 11 Aerobics classes begin. Meet Monday-Thursday, 4 and 5:15 p.m. (227-7479) Tuesday, September 12 New Directions 10k weight program. Cherokee Room, UC. (227-7479) Reception and meeting, Regional Development Fellows progam, Center for Improving Mountain Living, 3-5 p.m. (227-7492) WCU Striding Club. UC, 4-5:30 p.m. (227-7479) Concert by Glenn Miller Orchestra. RAC, 8 p.m. $10 adults, $8 senior citizens and WCU employees, $3 non-WCU students, free to WCU students. (227-7234) Totally Tuesday comedy night with Marty Putz. 9 p.m. 227-7479. Wednesday, September 13 Lecture, "Sex, Alcohol, and Self-esteem: Health on Campus in the 1990s," with visiting lecturer Richard Keeling. RH, 8 p.m. $5 adults, $3 children and students, free to WCU students. (227-7234) Thursday, September 14 WCU Striding Club. 4-5:30 p.m. (227-7479) Picnic for new and second-year faculty members. Sponsored by the Faculty Center for Teaching Excel­lence. Picnic area, 4:30-8 pm. (227-7196) Now showing Exhibitions: "Migration of the Scotch-Irish People," exhibit; "Corn; Milling, Tilling, and Stilling," exhibit and slide show; and "Cornucopia," exhibit of crafts made from corn. Mountain Heritage Center, 8 a.m.-5 p.m., Monday-Friday. Paintings by Monika Teal. Runs through September 22. Chelsea Gallery, University Center, 8 a.m.-ll p.m. Monday-Friday, 10 a.m.-ll p.m. weekends. Movies: Free movies run continuously on the UC's second floor, 10 a.m.-closing. Title changes weekly. Drop by the lobby, or call 227-7206 for more information. Key: HFR - H.F. Robinson Administration Building; HS/CF - Hennon Stadium/Childress Field; NSA - Natural Sciences Auditorium; RAC - Ramsey Regional Activity Center; RH - Recital hall, Coulter Building; UC - University Center. Faculty recital, with Bradley Ulrich, trumpet, and Ken Kroesche, low brass. RH, 8 p.m. Concert by Outcry. Chero­kee Room, UC, 9 p.m. (227-7479) Friday, September 15 Volleyball, Cats host Catamount Classic. Runs through September 16. University Club. UClub House, 4:30-6:30 p.m. (227-7268) Reading by poet Robert Creeley. RH, 8 p.m. $5 adults, $3 children and students, free td WCU students. 227-7234. Saturday, September 16 Caving trip. (227-7479) Nantahala raft trip. (227-7479) Football, Cats vs. Elon College. Whitmire Stadium, 4:30 p.m. Sunday, September 17 Rock climbing at Devil's Courthouse. (227-7479) Intermediate kayak clinic. (227-7479) Submission deadline: The next issue of the Reporter will be published September 18. News items and calendar notices should reach 1601 Ramsey Center by September 6. The Reporter • S eptember 4,1995 \T WCU .NOTES • Dr. Dale Carpenter, Dr. Lisa Bloom, and Marissa Ray (Human Services) are coauthors of "Portfolio Assessment: Opportunities and Chal­lenges," an article in Intervention in School and Clinic. • Dr. Bruce Gay (Crim­inal Justice) is the author of "Repeat Offenders," an article in the second edition of the Encyclope­dia of Police Science, from Garland Publishing. • Dr. Karl Nicholas jgf (English) received a Fulbright Scholar Award for Nicholas 1995-96 to teach at Palacky Univer­sity in Olomouc, Czech Republic. He departs the United States on September 16. • Dr. James R. Nicholl (English) was elected 1995-96 chairman of the faculty welfare committee of the University of North Carolina Faculty Assembly in Chapel Hill. • Dr. Terry Nienhuis (English) participated in "The American Playwright 1920-1950," a summer seminar from the National Endowment for the Hu­manities. Twelve college teachers from around the nation attended this course, olfered at Colum­bia University. • Dr. Charles J. Stevens (Political Science and Public Affairs) was elected 1995-96 president of the North Carolina Political Science Association at the The Reporter is published by the Office of Public Information every other Monday during fall and spring semesters, except during final exams. Mail n otices and changes of a ddress to the Reporter, 1601 Ramsey Center, or send them via e-mail to JPRICE. 1,450 copies of th is public document were printed at a cost of $208.15, or $0.14 per copy. Western Carolina University is an Equal Opportunity Institution. group's annual meeting. • Dr. Christine Stevens (Health Sciences) received the Sherwood Medical Professional Achievement Award in Education at the annual meeting of the American Society for Clini­cal Laboratory Science. • Dr. Chris Tuten (Health, Physical Educa­tion, and Recreation) is a coauthor of an article titled "Biracial Differences in Physical Activity and Body Composition Among Women" in the July issue of Obesity Research. • Ken Wink (Political Science and Public Affairs) received an award for the best faculty paper present­ed at the annual meeting of the North Carolina Politi­cal Science Association. His paper was titled "The Effects of Economic Devel­opment Efforts in North Carolina Counties: An Empirical Assessment." New sorority to start recruiting Alpha Gamma Delta, a new sorority at Western Carolina University, will begin recruiting members on Monday, September 11, according to Dr. William Haggard, dean for student development. The sorority accepted WCU's invitation to colonize a chapter on campus last spring. Founded in 1904 at Syracuse University, Alpha Gamma Delta has 169 chapters and two colonies on campuses throughout North America, with a total membership of more than 111,000. One of the first sororities to establish a philanthropy, Alpha Gamma Delta internation­ally supports research and education into diabetes. In North Carolina, the sorority also has active chapters on the campuses of High Point College and the University of North Carolina at Wilmington. For more information, call Haggard in Student Development at 227-7234. The Reporter Office of Public Information Publications Unit 1601 Ramsey Center Cullowhee, North Carolina 28723 NON-PROFIT ORG. U.S. POSTAGE PAID CULLOWHEE, N.C. PERMIT NO. 1 September 4,1995 • The Reporter News from the Faculty and Staff of Western Carolina University September 18, 1994 Cullowhee, North Carolina New faces at Western Carolina Each year brings new names and faces to Cullowhee, as Western Carolina University adds to its faculty and staff. This special issue of the Reporter can help you get to know them better. Here are names, faces, and a bit of biography about people who have entered full-time positions at Western Carolina since September 1, 1994. Andrea Allen, office assistant, University Advancement; previ­ously course secretary, Leeds Metropolitan University, United Kingdom. Lorri Allison, personnel analyst, Human Resources; B.A., Appalachian State University; previously personnel technician, North Carolina State Treasurer's office. John W. Bardo, chancellor; Ph.D., Ohio State University; previously provost and vice-president for academic affairs, Bridgewater (Massa­chusetts) State College. Linda Beja, accoun­tant, Controller's Office; B.S.B.A., WCU; previously staff accountant, Crisp, Hughes, and Com­pany, Sylva. Beth Bowser, social research associate, Institute for College and University Teaching; Ed.D., University of Akron; previously interim dean of adult studies, summer school, summer programs, and continuing education, Mount Union College. Lynn Brandon, outdoor programs coordinator; M.B.A., Mississippi State University; previously employed by Nantahala Outdoor Center. Thomas D. Bryson, housekeeper, Univer­sity Housing. Dale Buchanan, maintenance me­chanic, Physical Plant; previously carpenter, Haywood Contruction Com­pany. Sheila Bunn, stu­dent services assis­tant, Student Finan­cial Aid; B.B.A., WCU. Donna Carpenter, police officer, Office of Public Safety; previously deputy, Jackson County Sheriffs Office. Marilyn Chamberlin, assis­tant professor of social work and sociology; Ph.D., Purdue University; previously visiting assistant professor, Purdue University. Dianne Cochran, office assistant, Alliance of Business Leaders and Educa­tion; previously office manager, Hillsboro Cove Condominium, Deerfield Beach, Florida. 2 Betty Conner, housekeeper, Univer­sity Housing; previ­ously sewing machine Operator, Buster Brown Apparel, Sylva. Ronnie Cook, general utility worker, Physical Plant; previously mowing Operator, Curtis Allison, Sylva. Patricia Cope, administrative officer, Student Financial Aid; B.S.B.A., WCU; previously, financial aid officer, Southwest­ern Community College. Carla Cosio, coordi­nator, Wellness Program; M.A., Ball State University; previously coordinator of special events, Florida Hospital, Orlando, Florida. Patti Cutspec, assistant professor of communication and theatre arts; Ph.D., Purdue University; previously visiting instructor, WCU. Jerry M. Darnell, professor and head of military science; M.B.A., Embry-Riddle University; previously squadron executive officer, U.S. Army, Fairbanks, Alaska. Satarupa Das, visiting assistant professor of econom­ics; Ph.D., Indiana University; previously associate instructor, Indiana University. Julie DeBarr, museum education associate, Mountain Heritage Center; B.A., Warren Wilson College; previously director of education, Blount Mansion, Knoxville, Tennessee. Cassandra Dickson, guidance counselor, Talent Search; B.A., Mississippi State University; previously teacher assistant, Swain County Schools. Ruth Dumas, visit­ing assistant profes­sor of elementary and middle-grades educa­tion; Ph.D., Univer­sity of Alabama at Birmingham; previ­ously, graduate assistant, University of Alabama at Bir­mingham. Denise Dunnett, processing assistant, Center for Improving Mountain Living; B.S.B.A., WCU; previously temporary office assistant, Center for Improving Mountain Living. Paul E. Dyer, applications analyst programmer, Univer­sity Computer Center; Ph.D., Florida State University; previously coordinator of com­puter applications, Florida State Univer­sity System Board of Regents. Orlando J. Early, assistant men's basketball coach and instructor of health, physical education, and recreation; B.S., Gardner-Webb College; previously assistant men's basketball coach, Gardner-Webb College. Dana M. Edge, assistant professor and reference librar­ian, Hunter Library; M.L.S., University of Arizona; previously hotel controller, Amfac Resorts at the Grand Canyon. Debra Farmer, office assistant, Department of Health, Physical Education, and Recreation; previously secretary, Jackson County Schools. Roberta Fisher, processing assistant, Center for Improving Mountain Living; previously accounting support specialist, Pima County, Ari­zona. Walter R. Floreani, associate professor of health sciences; M.A., University of Mis­souri at Kansas City; previously director of health information technology, South­eastern Regional Allied Health Consor­tium. September 18,1995 • T he Reporter 3 Alan Fortner, maintenance me­chanic, Physical Plant; previously carpenter, Eddie Ensley, Sylva. Karen Fox, office assistant, Depart­ment of Chemistry and Physics; previ­ously office assistant, Department of Military Science, WCU. Cathy Foxx, pro­cessing assistant, Office of Public Safety; previously secretary, James Herren, Sylva. Thomas Frazier, print unit supervisor, University Print Shop; B.S.Ed., WCU; previously production coordinator, Asheuille Citizen. Peter Galbreath, director, Mountain Aquaculture Re­search Center; Ph.D., Washington State University; previ­ously research and teaching assistant, Washington State University. Terry Gibson, associate professor and head of social work and sociology; D.S.W., University of Alabama; previously associate professor, Middle Tennessee State University. David Ginn, com­puter support techni­cian, Book and Supply Store; M.A., University of Cincin­nati; previously customer service representative, WCU Media Center. Terry Jo Golden, Computer Operator, University Computer Center. B.S.B.A, WCU; B.S., Univer­sity of Alabama; previously employed by Office of the Dean, College of Education and Psychology, WCU. Glenda K. Green, processing assistant, Office of the Regis­trar; previously assistant manager, Hot Trax Video, Sylva. Tim Grindstaff, HVAC mechanic, Physical Plant; previously helper, Geno's Heating and Air Conditioning. Cathy L. Grist, psychologist, Devel­opmental Evaluation Center; M.A., WCU; previously child and adolescent therapist, Smoky Mountain Counseling Center. Rodney Hennon, assistant baseball coach and instructor of health, physical education, and recreation; B.S.B.A., WCU; previously graduate assistant baseball coach, WCU. Harold Holcomb, business officer, Office of Business Affairs; B.S., Tarkio College; previously bookstore director, Samford University. Teresa A. Hooper, processing assistant, Office of the Regis­trar; previously secretary and recep­tionist, Jackson County Parks and Recreation Depart­ment. Jonathan Horstman, library clerk, Hunter Li­brary; M.A., WCU; previously graduate assistant, WCU Department of History. Terry Jeffries, student services assistant, Student Financial Aid; B.S., Francis Marion College; previously employed by L.M. Berry, subsidiary of South Central Bell Yellow Pages. Duane King, Sequoyah professor of anthropology; Ph.D., University of Georgia; previously assistant director, Smith­sonian Institution, New York, New York. Sandra S. Klein, assistant professor and librarian for human resources and organizational relations, Hunter

  • The Reporter, March 1978
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    The Reporter is a publication produced by Western Carolina University featuring news, events, and campus community updates for faculty and staff. The publication began in August of 1970 and continues digitally today. Click on the link in the “Related Materials” field to access recent issues.A Weekly Newsletter for the Faculty and Staff of Western Carolina University Cullowhee, North Carolina e March 7, 1978 PAUL REID ESTABLISHES SERVICE AWARDS Two $1,000 awards for "distinguished. service" by faculty and administrative staff members have been established by Dr. Paul A. Reid, president emeritus. The awards program was announced last week by Chancellor H. F. Robinson. The awards will be made annually under terms of a gift by Dr. Reid and will con­tinue "in perpetuity, " Dr. Robinson said. The faculty and staff awards are the second major contribution made to WCU by Dr. Reid since his retirement as WCU presi­dent in 1968. In 1975, he gave Western Carolina $50,000 to provide for student scholarships. The first awards under the 1978 gift will be made this spring, Dr. Robinson said, Dr. Reid, who has homes in Pilot Moun­tain and Clearwater, Fla., was WCU presi­dent from 1949 to 1968, leaving the office for about 18 months in the 1950s to serve as assistant director of the State Board of Higher Education. When the announcement was made, Dr. Reid said ."after spending 17-and-a-half years of my professional life on the cam­pus of Western Carolina University, I have a continuing interest in the institution and would like to assist in a remote man­ner in its splendid service of preparing young people as constructive and profes­sional members of our democratic society. '!t is my hope that the establishment of these two awards in perpetuity will provide both incentive and reward to fac­ulty and staff for distinguished service in behalf of our young people." He said the earlier gift of $50,000 for scholarships for students from his home county of Surry "has been of such financial help to many deserving young r persons (11 this year on scholarships), that I &~ motivated to make further gifts by establishing these two awards." Dr. Robinson said Dr. Reid's latest gifts "will be among the most important made on this campus. This recognition for faculty members and administrative staff persons will contribute a great deal to the Univer­sity's on-going program of encouraging faculty and staff development. We are extremely grateful to Dr. Reid for his generosity and for his sustained interest in and support of the University." Selection of the award recipients will be made by a nine-member committee including faculty, administrative staff, and univer­sity trustees. THEATRE PRODUCTION TO HONOR MISS NIGGLI The George s. Kaufman-Edna Ferber comedy "The Royal Family" will be the first annual Josefina Niggli Theatre Production when it is staged here March 13-18. The play, a rollicking and biting satire on the Barrymores, the "first family" of tne American stage, quickly became a classic after its opening in 1927. The WCU production will be ~he first in a series of annual University Theatre pro­ductions to honor Josefina Niggli, WCU professor emeritus of speech and theatre arts. "The Royal Family" will be directed by Michael L. Genebach, with the assistance of B. Anne Stump. Ticket prices are $2 for adults, $1 for students and 50 cents for children. Reservations are available by calling 293-7491. The production will begin at 7:30 each n~ght in the Little Theatre. Alexander Woollcott called t:.e play "one of the happiest evenL~gs ever I spent.in the theatre. " -2- SUMMER MATH PROGRAM FUNDED A WCU faculty member will be giving a hand to a group of North Carolina high school students with superior mathematics skills this summer. Dr. David B. Teague, associate profes­sor of mathematics, was awarded $17,890 by the National Science Foundation to conduct a six-week Student Science Train­ing Program in Mathematics beginning June 19. The 35 mathematically gifted students who participate in the program will be selected from high schools with inadequate senior-level math programs. Dr. Teague received B.S.E.E., M.S., and Ph.D. degrees from North Carolina State University before coming to WCU in 1968. WCU NURSES STUDY RESEARCH DEVELOPMENT Western Carolina University faculty members Vivian L. Deitz and Mable s. Carlyle were selected by the Southern Regional Education Board to participate in a federally funded research develop­ment project. The two are among 78 nurse researchers from 49 Southern colleges and universi­ties recently picked for the project. They attended workshops on laboratory and clinical teaching strategies and clinical performance evaluation in Atlanta during January and February. Mrs. Deitz, an assistant professor of nursing, holds bachelor's and master's degrees from the University of Florida. An assistant professor of nursing, Ms. Carlyle is a WCU graduate and holds the M.N. degree from Emory University. COMING EVENTS Storyteller and musician David Holt will lead sessions on "Appalachian Music Story­telling" March 8 in the Cherokee Room of Hinds University Center at 3 p.m. and in Room 104 of Killian Building at 7 p.m. Veronica Nicholas, candidate for part­time commissioner of Jackson County, will speak on "Women and Politics" at 7:30 p.m. March 8 in the blue lobby of Scott Resi­dence Hall. Dr. John Borkowski, head of the Depart­ment of Psychology at Notre Dame Univer­sity, will lecture on "Teaching Childr~n How to Think" at 8 p.m. March 8 in the Natural Sciences Auditorium. Two WCU faculty members will perform a recital of music for flute and piano at 8:15 p.m. March 9 in Hoey Auditorium. Dr. Alexander Lesueur, flute, and Dr. Richard Renfro, piano, will play works by Haydn, Pendleton, Petrovics, and Persichetti. Admission is free to the public. STAFF POSITION VACANCIES Open for applications through one week from receipt of The Regorter in the Personnel Office. APPLY AT THE PERSONNEL OFFICE (Located in the Steam Plant) A State Application Form must be com­pleted and at least two employer references received in the Personnel Office by the date indicated above. The supervisor(s) will not select the applican~s to be inter­viewed until the vacancy(ies) has closed. Minimum state and university employment requirements are applicable to all posi­tions and are available in the Personnel Office. WCU is an AA/EEO employer. MUSEUM CURATOR, Highlands Biological Station, available for summer months of 1978 only; $3.23 per hour; BS degree in biology/botany/zoology. STAFF BOTANIST, Highlands Biological Station, available for summer months of 1978 only; $3.10 per hour; University training in botany and ecology. CHI:D SCREENING SPECIALIST II, Masters degree in some field of human services, starting salary of $11,064; available April 14 , 1978. HOUSEKEEPING ASSISTANT, Maintenance & Operation, starting sal., $5,820; ~ood physical condition. SECRETARY (III), Math ano Music Department, starting sal., $7,476; 44 CWPM req. A Weekly Newsletter for the Faculty and Staff e 0 of Western Carolina University Cullowhee, North Carolina March 14, 1978 MISS NIGGLI TO BE HONORED AT THEATRE GALA SATURDAY Friends and former students of Professor Emeritus Josefina Niggli will gather here March 18 to honor her and to establish a fund in her name to support a visiting scholar and student scholarship program for the WCU theatre. The event will culminate with the final performance of "The Royal Family," a WCU Little Theatre offering that has been designated the first annual Josefina Niggli Theatre Production. A Dutch treat luncheon with Miss Niggli will be held at noon March 18 in the Mary Will Mitchell Room of Brown Cafeteria. At 2 p.m. visiting scholar Tom Patterson will discuss the rewards of college-university theatre in the WCU Lit~le Theatre. The annual production will honor Miss Niggli in recognition of her distinguished career as playwright and teacher and her singular contributions to WCU and its theatre program. The gala performance of "The Royal Familyn will begin at' 7:30 p.m. Saturday in the Little Theatre. Miss Niggli will be the guest of honor at a reception immediately following the production at the Top of the Stairs restaurant in Hinds University Center. "The Royal Family," a rollicking and biting satire on the "first family" of the American theatre, the Barrymore clan, quickly became a classic after its opening in 1927. Written by George S. Kaufman and 'Edna )?erber, the play was revived successfully on Broadway last season. Alexander Woollcott called it "one of the happiest evenings ever r spent in the theatre." The WCU production will be directed by Michael L. Genebach, with the assistance of B. Anne Stump. The cast will include Peggy McNeil Dawson, Leonora Forrister, Tim Dickenson, Shelia Turn~r, Ralph Hamlet, Armando Erba, Diana Marshall, Tonya Lamm, and Steve Way. Also, Keith Brooks, Ken Stikeleather, Carl Gifford, Greg Lyt le, Michelle Parkin, Randall Longshire, and David Nutt. Set design is by Beth Thomas, costumes by Glenda Hensley, Lighting by Mike Geneba~h and Steve Fryar, makeup by Diana Marshall, and sound by B. Anne Stump and Robert Brown. The play opened Monday and will be performed nightly through March 18 at 7:30 p.m. in the Little Theatre. Ticket prices are $2 for adults, $1 for students and 50 cents for children. Reservations are available by calling 293-7491. PICKERING CHOSEN AS FACULTY CHAIRMAN Dr. c. Thomas Pickering has been re~elected chairman of the Western Carolina University faculty. Dr. Pickering earned. bachelor's, master's and doctoral degrees from Ohio University at Athens. He is a past president of the Western North Carolina Association of Early Childhood Educators, is faculty adviser for the WCU chapter of Phi Delta Kappa, a professional edu-cation fraternity, and is recent author of "Helping Children Learn to Read." Before joining the WCU faculty in 1970, Dr. Picke~ing taught in the Johnstown, Ohio, elementary schools and was school psychologist in the Athens County schools. Dr. Pickering was a member of the faculty a~ Ohio University in 1969 and at The Ohio State University in 1973~74. DR, JODY PICKED FOR ACE FORUM Dr. Marilyn M. Jody has been selected to attend a nation-wide forum on advancing the role of women in higher education systems in Washington, D. c., next October. The forum is part of the American Council on Education's National Identification Program for the Advancement of Women in Higher Education Administration. The second in a series of forums, the October meeting will aim at increasing the opportunities for women to play vital roles in higher education administration, strengthening the network of people inter­ested in bettering women's place in higher education, and making women currently in administrative positions in colleges and uni­versities more visible to their colleagues. Dr. Jody, coordinator of the WCU academic advisement program and professor of English, was selected to attend the forum because of her "strong record of accomplishment as well as potential for continued leadership in higher education,'' according to Emily Taylor, director of the Office of Women in Higher Education. A member of the WCU faculty since 1967, Dr. Jody received an A. B. degree from 2 the University of Kentucky in 1953 and a Ph.D. degree from Indiana University in 1969. A veteran of the classroom for 18 years, Dr. Jody is active in many national, state-, and university-wide organizations with a broad range of interests~ Academic matters, Appalachian folklore, remedial and compensa­tory programs, feminism, faculty government and politics are among her interests. As a person interested in improving academic advising services to students, she will present a program on WCU's Counseling, Advisement and Placement Center at a national seminar in Philadelphia in May. The seminar is sponsored by the American College Testing Program. Dr. Jody was elected secretary of the North Carolina Women's Political Caucus at that organization's seventh annual convention, held at Charlotte in January. Her interest in compensatory education ,programs--those aimed at underprepared students-~led her in January to a Southern Regional Education Board institute in Atlanta with the theme, wDevelopmental Education: Why? What? How?" Also in January she was named to a steer~g committee of the General Administra­t~ on of the University of North Carolina for evaluating compensatory education programs. Dr. Jody served as vice chairwoman of the UNC Faculty Assembly in 1973-74, and she has served on numerous WCU committees. The National Identification Program is a three-year project funded by the Carnegie Foundation, the EXxon Foundation, and the Johnson Foundation. TUBING RACE TO BE HELD SATURDAY The ice on the Tuckaseigee River has melted and the eighth annual Western Carolina University tubing race will finally get under way at 1 p.m. Saturday, March 18. The race, originall y scheduled for February 25, was postponed because the lakes th~t feed the Tuckaseigee were frozen. Five women and 13 men will leap into the Tuckaseigee at Dick's Gap Bridge on N.C. 107 to rush through Keener's Rapids and finish two miles downstream at a steel span bridge. First prize in Saturday's race is $50, second prize is $25 and third prize is $15. The race, sponsored by the WCU University Center Board, is free to the public. NCAEOP BAKE SALE A SUCCESS The WCU local chapter of the North Carolina Association of Educational Office Personnel took in $726.79 in a series of bake sales during February. Purpose of the sales was to raise funds for a $300 scholarship. The chapter has agreed to donat e the remainder of the proceeds to the Margaret Spilker Fund. The amounts raised and sale coordinators, building by building, are: Purchasing Betty Pressley $ 11.00 McKee Sharon Enunons 72.28 Killian Mary Parsons 90.65 Forsyth Linda Sutton 93.40 Stillwell Ann Ball 133.45 Belk Audrey Clayton 14.00 Engineer's Office Norma Coggins 29.53 Reid Gym Helen Woodard & Marie Baughn 94.35 Bird 1st floor Beulah Lindsey 78.10 - , Bird ..... 2nd floor Scott Dorm Debby Sims 102.25 Audrey Cox & Helen Bradsher 7.78 Bonnie McCUrry, president of the WCU chapter, said, .. Our organization wishes to express sincere appreciation and thanks to the WCU faculty, students, staff, and administrators for making our efforts such a success." She credited cooperation, teamwork, and spontaneous enthusiasm among office personnel with having produced the chapter's "most successful fund-raising campaign ever." COMING EVENTS "Isadora," a film starring Vanessa Redgrave and based on the life of dancer Isadora Duncan, will be shown March 15 at 7:30p.m. in the ninth-floor lobby of Walker Residence Hall. The film is part of the "Free to Choose" series sponsored by the housing office. Admission is free. The Western Carolina University chapter of Phi Kappa Phi will meet Friday, March 17, at 3 p.m. in Killian 218. Items on the agenda include election of officers, selection of initiates, and · plans for the initiation. All Phi Kappa Phi members are urged to attend. PRE-RETIREMENT CONFERENCE SCHEDULED On April 3 the Retirement and Health Benefits Division of the Teachers' and State Employees' Retirement System will conduct a pre-retirement conference in the Cherokee Room of Hinds University Center at 9:30 a.m. Western Carolina University employees who deal with retirement matters and employees who are 60 years of age or older, or who are otherwise eligible to retire, will find the conference will provide complete information as to procedures in the retirement process; eligibility for retire~ ment; calculation of benefits; selection of optional payment arrangements; designation of beneficiaries; completion of forms; eligibility requirements for Social Security benefits; hospital-medical coverage; and, 3 other benefits avallable to retiring teachers and State employees. rnterested persons should contact their supervisors early so that arrangements can be made to attend this important 2 1/2 hour conference. NAMES IN THE NEWS Maynard Adams and Jerry Cook (Industrial Education and Technology) have been awarded Teacher Educator Internships through the State Department of Public Instruction. The internships are desi~~to enhance vocational--teacher education in North Carolina. Interns will spend time in Raleigh with the State Department of Public Instruction, visit local education agencies and classroom teachers, improve understanding of industrial processes, and tour selected post-secondary vocational~technical programs and teacher education institutions in the state. Perry Kelly (art) presided at the annual N. C. Art Education conference Feb. 23-26 at Atlantic Christian College. Dr. Kelly will serve as a North Carolina delegate to the National Art Education Association annual conference in Houston, Texas, March 17-22. He is currently serving a two-year term as president of theN. c. Art Education Association. John Bell (associate dean, Arts and Sciences) attended a conference on the First and Second Reconstructions in St. Louis Feb. 15-17. Philip Wade (English) read a paper, "The Assassins: Shelley's Philosophical Farwell to Godwin," at a meeting of the Philological Association of the Carolinas, at Winthrop College, March 3rd. Robert Teel (speech pathologist, Speech and Hearing Center) and Roger Cook (audiolo­gist, Speech and Hearing Center) have recently conducted three one~ay workshops. The pair discussed techniques for screening speech, hearing and language for the pre­school child with Four Square Head Start Program teachers and staff, covered hearing impairment in the aged and speech problems cf stroke patients for senior citizens of the Mountain Project Nutrition Program of Macon County, and led an in~service program on problems of school~age children for speech therapists of the Pickess County school system. Ray Menze (Art} conducted a two~ay workshop in pin~hole photography for elementary, secondary, and college-level art teachers at the annual North Carolina Art Education Association conference at Atlantic Christian College February 24-25. Robert Bland, Ted Bugg, and Jackie Crinion (.Library) attended a workshop on serials cataloging sponsored by the South­eastern Library Network February 8-9 in Atlanta. 4 Torn O'Toole (History) is the associate director of a $60,000 Fulbright-Hays Group project, .. Faculty Developnent Seminar on Modernization Theory with Focus on Francophone West Africa," granted to Dr. Robert Mundt, political scientist with the Program for International Studies at the University of North Carolina at Charlotte. The project will allow 15 professors from institutions in the Appalachian Consortium and the South Atlantic States Association for Asian and African Studies to spend six weeks in Francophone West Africa as part of a broader comparative study of Southern Appalachian and Third World development already begun by the project leaders and others within these organizations. Wilma Cosper (Horne Economics) attended the annual meeting of the National Council of Administrators of Horne Economics in Chicago February 15-17 where she made a presentation entitled "What Are My Biggest Challenges As An Administrator?" She was appointed to the Committee on Publications and will serve as editor of the NCAHE Newsletter in 1978-79. Robert Bland (Library) has been appointed to the Intellectual Freedom Committee of the North Carolina Library Association. Jandhyala L. Sharma (Finance) presented a paper entitled, ~sensitivity of Beta and Ridge Regression .,.. ... Same Empirical Evidence;" at the American Institute for Decision Sciences, seventh annual meeting of the Western Regional Conference, in San Diego, California, March 2. .. - Sal Nerboso, a review of Hugh Heclo, 1\ Government of Strangersr Executive politics in'washington," in Choice, February 1978. . STAFF POSITION VACANCIES Open for Applications through one week from receipt of The Reporter in the Personnel Office. APPLY AT THE PERSONNEL OFFICE (Located in the Steam Plant) A State Application Form must be completed and at least 2 employer references received in the Personnel OffL::;e by the Date indicated above. The supervisor(s) will not select the applicants to be interviewed until the vacancy(ies) has closed. Minimum state and university employment- requirements are applicable to all positions and are available in the Personnel Office. WCU is an AA/EEO Employer. BIOLOGY RESEARCH WORKER; Available immediately; $2.80 hr. LABOR CREW SUPERVISOR; available immediately; beginning salary $8,172; demonstrated supervisory ability. Computer Operator I; one year of Computer operations experience or two-year assoc. degree; available 4/1/78; beginning salary $8,904. Computer PROGRAMMER I (2), four-year degree preferably in data processing; available 4/1/78; beginning salary $11,064. HOUSEKEEPING ASSISTANT, Maintenance & Operation, starting sal., $5,820; Good physical conqition. SECRETARY (III), School of Ed. & Psy., starting sal., $7,476; 44 CWPM and shorthand req. PERMANENT PART-TIME CLERK-TYPIST (II), Insti·cutional Studies & Planning, starting sal., $3,282; 38 CWPM req. SECRETARY (III), CAP Center, starting sal., $7,476; 44 CWPM req. •--..., •r A Weekly Newsletter for the Faculty and Staff e or of Western Carolina University Cullowhee, North Carolina March 21, 1978 JOSEFINA NIGGLI HONORED Western Carolina University's first lady of the theatre was honored Saturday night, climaxing a six-day run of "The Royal Family," the first annual Josefina Niggli Theatre Production. At an on-stage ceremony in the Little Theatre Miss Niggli received the plaudits of friends, former students, and fellow theatre people. A 1977 WCU graduate in speech and theatre arts, Jessica Phelps, read a tribute written by Do

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  • Encrypted computing: Speed, security and provable obfuscation against insiders
    'Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE)', 2017
    Co-Authors: Pt Breuer, Jp Bowen, Palomar E, Liu Z
    Abstract:

    © 2017 IEEE. Over the past few years we have articulated theory that describes 'encrypted computing', in which data remains in encrypted form while being worked on inside a processor, by virtue of a modified arithmetic. The last two years have seen research and development on a standards-compliant processor that shows that near-conventional speeds are attainable via this approach. Benchmark performance with the US AES-128 flagship encryption and a 1GHz clock is now equivalent to a 433MHz classic Pentium, and most block encryptions fit in AES's place. This summary article details how user data is protected by a system based on the processor from being read or interfered with by the Computer Operator, for those computing paradigms that entail trust in data-oriented computation in remote locations where it may be accessible to powerful and dishonest insiders. We combine: (i) the processor that runs encrypted; (ii) a slightly modified conventional machine code instruction set architecture with which security is achievable; (iii) an 'obfuscating' compiler that takes advantage of its possibilities, forming a three-point system that provably provides cryptographic 'semantic security' for user data against the Operator and system insiders

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  • Encrypted computing: Speed, security and provable obfuscation against insiders
    'Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE)', 2017
    Co-Authors: Pt Breuer, Jp Bowen, Palomar E, Liu Z
    Abstract:

    © 2017 IEEE. Over the past few years we have articulated theory that describes 'encrypted computing', in which data remains in encrypted form while being worked on inside a processor, by virtue of a modified arithmetic. The last two years have seen research and development on a standards-compliant processor that shows that near-conventional speeds are attainable via this approach. Benchmark performance with the US AES-128 flagship encryption and a 1GHz clock is now equivalent to a 433MHz classic Pentium, and most block encryptions fit in AES's place. This summary article details how user data is protected by a system based on the processor from being read or interfered with by the Computer Operator, for those computing paradigms that entail trust in data-oriented computation in remote locations where it may be accessible to powerful and dishonest insiders. We combine: (i) the processor that runs encrypted; (ii) a slightly modified conventional machine code instruction set architecture with which security is achievable; (iii) an 'obfuscating' compiler that takes advantage of its possibilities, forming a three-point system that provably provides cryptographic 'semantic security' for user data against the Operator and system insiders

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  • Encrypted computing: Speed, security and provable obfuscation against insiders
    'Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE)', 2017
    Co-Authors: Pt Breuer, Jp Bowen, Palomar E, Liu Z
    Abstract:

    © 2017 IEEE. Over the past few years we have articulated theory that describes 'encrypted computing', in which data remains in encrypted form while being worked on inside a processor, by virtue of a modified arithmetic. The last two years have seen research and development on a standards-compliant processor that shows that near-conventional speeds are attainable via this approach. Benchmark performance with the US AES-128 flagship encryption and a 1GHz clock is now equivalent to a 433MHz classic Pentium, and most block encryptions fit in AES's place. This summary article details how user data is protected by a system based on the processor from being read or interfered with by the Computer Operator, for those computing paradigms that entail trust in data-oriented computation in remote locations where it may be accessible to powerful and dishonest insiders. We combine: (i) the processor that runs encrypted; (ii) a slightly modified conventional machine code instruction set architecture with which security is achievable; (iii) an 'obfuscating' compiler that takes advantage of its possibilities, forming a three-point system that provably provides cryptographic 'semantic security' for user data against the Operator and system insiders

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  • Encrypted computing: Speed, security and provable obfuscation against insiders
    'Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE)', 2017
    Co-Authors: Pt Breuer, Jp Bowen, Palomar E, Liu Z
    Abstract:

    © 2017 IEEE. Over the past few years we have articulated theory that describes 'encrypted computing', in which data remains in encrypted form while being worked on inside a processor, by virtue of a modified arithmetic. The last two years have seen research and development on a standards-compliant processor that shows that near-conventional speeds are attainable via this approach. Benchmark performance with the US AES-128 flagship encryption and a 1GHz clock is now equivalent to a 433MHz classic Pentium, and most block encryptions fit in AES's place. This summary article details how user data is protected by a system based on the processor from being read or interfered with by the Computer Operator, for those computing paradigms that entail trust in data-oriented computation in remote locations where it may be accessible to powerful and dishonest insiders. We combine: (i) the processor that runs encrypted; (ii) a slightly modified conventional machine code instruction set architecture with which security is achievable; (iii) an 'obfuscating' compiler that takes advantage of its possibilities, forming a three-point system that provably provides cryptographic 'semantic security' for user data against the Operator and system insiders