The. Somit Ofvd&i C' , -,K. I t. a ": -. ,.xi- -;?->'- ,j_ . "V r6er 2006 Sn^ifte the facial Wxhx Personalities 6 People 36 Government 68 Sports 74 Living 90 Science and Business 104 Literature 112 Art and Culture 122 Hindsight 138 Classifieds 140 2 Dedication The Yamacraw 2005-2006 Physical Plant Dedication "Human life, by its very nature, has to be dedicated tc something. " -Jose Ortega y Gasset The Physical Plant Crew "It is traditional that each edition of the Yamacraw be dedicated to a member of the Oglethorpe community. The dedication is made to a person who exemplifies what is best about Oglethorpe, a person who embodies the unique personality and spirit of Oglethorpe University." Perhaps it is most appropriate in a book entitled The Social Order that the dedication of the 2006 Yamacraw goes not to an individual, but to an entire group of people. The custodial services, grounds, and maintenance crews all who call the Physical Plant home are the people who keep the campus of Oglethorpe operating at its most basic and essential levels. Custodial services keeps us from living in the abject squalor into which we, as college students, naturally tend. What's more, they do it with professionalism, grace, and courtesy. The grounds crew makes sure that we are able to maintain our little oasis of green in the midst of the big city. The maintenance staff keeps the lights on and the water running, and when things go bump in the night, they are there next morning to fix it. And when our clubs host events on campus, they make sure we have the supplies we need. This intrepid group of people are led in their service by those whose names are familiar to any of us who have suffered a clogged sink, a busted bathroom light, a ladybug or cockroach infestation, or any other of the many perils of living in campus housing. Jim Ledbetter, Renae Glass, Manny Bonilla, Sharon Roth, and many others work tirelessly to keep the campus operating so that we may live and work and study in the best facilities possible. At the same time, they help tc organize and facilitate the building of newer and better facilities that will carry this institution well into the twenty-first century and beyond. These are the people who deserve our continuing thanks for giving of themselves for us: Maintenance Mr. Michael Gdalevich Ms. Renae Glass Mr. Mark Hood Mr. Jim Ledbetter Mr. Jason Warner Mr. Robert Wisenbaugh Mr. William Zarouk Custodial Services Mr. Manuel Bonilla Mrs. Silvia Calvillo Ms. Dorothy Crite Ms. Thu Nguyen Ms. Latifa Omerovic Mrs. Emma Valadez Mrs. Mary Wyatt Grounds Mr. Brian Delinski Ms. Sharon Roth 2005-2006 The Yamacraw Dedication 3 4 Retrospective The Yamacraw 2005-2006 'History is the version of past events that peopl 2005-2006 The Yamacraw Retrospective 5 ave decided to agree upon'' - Napoleon Bonaparte sn 6 Personalities The Yamacraw 2005-2006 Administration, President Schall, Faculty and Departments Personalities "Of all men 's miseries the bitterest is this, to know so much and to have control over nothing. " - Herodotus Provost and Senior Vice President Dr. Chris Ames Associate Provost of University College and Deputy to the President for Community Relations Vice President for Student Affairs Ms. Annie Hunt Burriss 2005-2006 The Yamacraw Personalities 7 Vice President for Business and Finance Director of Institutional Research Ms. Marilyn Fowle Ms. Janet Maddox Vice President for Enrollment Mr. David Rliodes Executive Vice Director of President for Marketing Development and Public and Alumni Relations Relations Ms. Kelly Robinson Mr. Peter Rooney 8 Personalities The Yamacraw 2005-2006 Dr. Schall A new President with new ideas The 2005-2006 school year marked a significant change in the Oglethorpe community. At the beginning of the academic year, the school welcomed Dr. LaiTy Schall, the school's 16th president. The first year of Dr. SchalFs presidency revealed his dynamic character as an institutional and community leader. President Schall was a regular fixture at Oglethorpe events ranging from the Eggs-am breakfast, where he served students as they prepared for finals, to intramural volleyball, which he played with some students early in the fall 2005 semester. Students often remarked on the president's involvement in the student community. "I think he has taken a proactive approach to OU community involvement," said Jason Soby, a sophomore. Laura Callender, also a sophomore, added, "He's really been taking the time to listen to the students and get ideas from them and participate in our events like the Eggs-am breakfast." In addition to student involvement. Dr. Schall's presence as a leader for the community was demonstrated after Hurricane Katrina hit the Gulf Coast states. Hand in hand with Angel Flight, Dr. Schall, his wife Betty, and many students immediately came together to purchase and organize supplies for the displaced residents of the Gulf Coast. The president himself rode with the supplies to Baton Rouge to deliver them. He took the school motto to heart, and proved it himself by making a difference. President Schall also served Oglethorpe as an excellent institutional leader. He openly discussed the improvements that need to be made at the school and worked to change the Oglethorpe community for the better. As president. Dr. Schall began efforts to reconnect with alumni and increase fundraising, and he actively participated in plans for campus building improvements, including the location for the next residence hall. Left The President and his wife, Betty. Below: Dr. Schall speaks with a parent during Parents" Weekend. 2005-2006 The Yamacraw Personalities 9 The importance of increasing the student population has also been high on the President's list. Dr. Schall, in one of his many "Letters from the President" emails, promised that he would personally work to make the Oglethorpe experience rewarding and engaging for all students. The President also noted that diversity of all kinds is important on campus. He said that students, faculty, staff, and trustees may be different from each other in every way but must develop ways to bridge those differences. As a part of his effort to increase awareness of all Oglethorpe has to offer. Dr. Schall spent two weeks in the northeast on a recruiting trip through New York, Pennsylvania, Washington D.C., and Maryland. By talking to admissions counselors and prospective students. Dr. Schall hoped to educate others on the benefits of an Oglethorpe education. In addition to his efforts at serving the community and improving the student body. Dr. Schall also developed a habit of doing one thing that university presidents are rarely known for - communication with the students. Through the fireside chats he held several times and the aforementioned "Letters from the President," Dr. Schall has created a space in which students feel comfortable bringing him their concerns and compliments alike. Dr. Schall came to Oglethorpe for three reasons: the school's reputation, community, and location. He frequently cites the varied course listings and challenging curriculum as the top reasons that Oglethorpe is such an exceptional academic institution. Often quoted as saying that he felt at home at Oglethorpe on his first visit. President Schall said that the character of the student body is responsible for the welcoming atmosphere. Dr. Schall is also a great fan of Atlanta's rich culture and history, as well as the city's Above Left: President Schall speaks with students during a Fireside Chat. Above: Soccer Star Schall proves his abilites during the Salmone Soccer Tournament. opportunities for students. In the end, Oglethorpe's 16* president had a challenging, yet successful, first year in office. Before officially beginning his term, he said, "I expect to have hundreds of challenges, but I have a strong sense of focus and I enjoy relating to people. I also enjoy my work and believe in incorporating these ideals into eveiything I do." As his actions have proved. President Schall has held true to his word. Oglethorpe looks forward to whathewillaccomplish in the future. 10 Personalities The Yamacraw 2005-2006 Mr. James A. Bohart Music James A. Bohart, a professor of music, has been at Oglethorpe University since 1 972. His mother was a school teacher who played the piano, and his father was a railroad worker who played the trombone. He has had a passion for music since he was six years old. Professor Bohart has served on the Core Curriculum Board since it began ten years ago. In his spare time, he is the Musical Director and Coordinator of the Choral Guild of Atlanta, the oldest choral guild in Atlanta. Since Bohart's father and grandfather were both railroad workers, he enjoys creating and collecting model trains and woodworking. Dr. Jeffrey Collins Art History and study Abroad Dr. Jeffrey Collins is the Director of the Oglethoipe University Study Abroad (OUSA) program. He helps students study and travel around the globe in their college years. He also gets to participate in many of the OUSA short-temi trips. In addition, Collins teaches a number of anthropology, independent, and art history courses, including Art and Culture. The Core Curriculum is "a unique opportunity," he said. "So much of modem education is scattered-sot, diluted, and haphazard- the Core synthesizes, integrates, and challenges you to think the great thoughts. Stay with it, and it will serve you all your life." Ms. Jena JoliSSaint Philosophy Professor Jena Jolissaint, an Oglethorpe alumna, re-joined the Oglethoipe community this year when she came to teach philosophy. She became interested in philosophy while reading Nietzsche in her freshman Core class here and still holds an interest in Gennan philosophers, especially Schelling. Jollisant is particularly interested in the question of sexual difference in images of nature according to these philosophers. Outside of class, she enjoys running, yoga, and movies, especially the Starlight Drive-in in Atlanta. Professor Jollisant and her sister hosted three cats this year belonging to friends displaced by hurricane Katrina. She hopes to continue teaching in the future. 2005-2006 The Yamacraw Personalities 1 1 Ms. Catherine Kelley Art Catherine Kelley moves fast whether across a room or through new material. And little wonder, for her interests are so varied. Though last year she immersed herself in ancient art and literature for a class taught jointly with Dr. McFarland, this year she has turned her restless mind toward feminist art of the 70s and 80s. In fact, one of the reasons she came to Oglethoipe was the freedom to teach all kinds of art rather than being imprisoned in a specialty. And Kelley is a lifetime student as well as a teacher: Maybe during this school year, you sat by her Ancient Greek! Mrs. Lee Knippenberg Theatre Professor Lee Knippenberg is well known on campus for her theatrical talents. For over a decade. Professor Knippenberg worked to build the theatre department at Oglethoipe which has since earned the reputation of a well-rounded program dedicated to students and to the production of good theatre. Currently serving as a part-time adjunct instructor in theatre. Professor Knippenberg specializes in theatre histoiy and acting. In fact, some of the most popluar theatre classes are the char- acterization classes taught by Professor Knippenberg. In addition to all this. Professor Knippenberg finds time to act with her students, be the mother and taxi service of two children, and the wife of Ogletho- rpe's own Dr. Knippenberg (whom she met right here at Oglethorpe). Mr. Alan Loehle Art Oglethorpe's professor Alan Loehle is much more than the professor students see a few times a week. His experiences, such as his solo shows in galleries in New York and Manhattan, bring so much to the classroom that students could not otherwise see. "He is able to make real world connections when discussing the pieces we are working on," said Senior Kara Glielmi. For Loehle, "art is a filter for life," and he attempts to "address the human condition," as is evident in his work. Originally from Georgia, Loehle moved back down here from N.Y. to get more space to create. In 1989, he worked with Lloyd Nick to create the art program at Oglethorpe. 12 Personalities The Yamacraw 2005-2006 Dr. Deborah Merola Theatre One of the newest additions to the faculty. Dr. Deborah Merola found the opportunity to help develop the theatre major, as well as to continue its excellent tradition at Oglethorpe, particularly alluring. She brings a vitality that is directly connected to her interests interdisciplinary, intercultural, and international integration to the program. In pursuit of these special interests, she spent the summer before beginning employment here working to bring Dr. Miroslaw Kocur from Poland to Oglethorpe as a Fulbright Scholar-in-Residence. Her work has strengthened the connections between Georgia Shakespeare Festival, the Oglethoipe theater department, and the broader Atlanta community. Dr. Philip J. Neujahr Philosophy Oglethorpe's resident philosopher Dr. Philip Neujahr has many interesting things to say about his life. For instance, in his younger years, he fought in Vietnam for nine months and made it to the level of Lieutenant in the anny. Aside from being a Kant and Aristotle aficionado, he is also a master swimmer and has gained many awards throughout his life including being the 3rd place winner of the 50-meter breaststroke for the 40-44 age range. He held one swimming record for several years in the "Dixie Zone" (the Southeast) and another record for the Pacific Coast. Dr. Barton R. Palmer Film studies Dr. Palmer is a man of many interests; he cannot seem to restrain himself to one field of study or even to one school! Although as a visiting professor at Oglethorpe he teaches such classes as "Sex and Gender in the Cinema" and "Film Adaptations of Novels," he originally studied the Middle Ages. In fact, he eventually collected a double set of degrees six in all to accommodate his dichotomous interests. Still, Dr. Palmer comfortably and affectionately spans the apparent gulfs between Medieval French poetry and modem movies and the one between Clemson and Oglethoipe. 2005-2006 The Yamacraw Personalities 13 Dr. W. Irwin Ray Music When Dr. Ray chose to teach at Oglethorpe, it seemed a natural decision; his father studied pre-dentistry here and Dr. Ray respected the university. Midway into dental school himself, however. Dr. Ray was faced with a more difficult choice: finish his degree or start over and study music, his passion. Though now conducting. Dr. Ray is still partly a scientist. "Fm amazed at how the components of a score translate into sound that can produce such emotion in humans," he says. Outside of conducting. Dr. Ray enjoys reading, photography, rescuing animals with wife Cristy and son Garrett, and spending time with their miniature Dachshund, Gretta. Dr. Anne Rosenthal communication and Rhetoric Dr. Anne Rosenthal acquired her degree in communications at Purdue University. It was both her liberal arts background and the intimate atmosphere of a small college that influenced the Minnesota native's decision to join the staff of Oglethorpe University in 1997. The avid rock collector, who has frequented the shores of Lake Superior and Thunder Bay, Canada, believes that the Core is what makes Oglethorpe distinctive while simultaneously helping it to "produce leaders for a public world." Dr. Rosenthal is quick to admit that although she has enjoyed helping this year's graduates "find their way" in such a world, she is reluctant to see them go. Dr. Seema Shrikhande Communication and Rhetoric Dr. Seema Shrikhande became a member of the Oglethoipe family in the fall of 2002 after acquiring her Ph.D. in communications from Michigan State. Few would guess that Dr. Shrikhande, a journalism enthusiast, once considered another profession: advertising and market research. However, the few months that she spent exploring the field convinced her that her place was in teaching. She watches the students develop and is excited about the senior class. "They're planning their futures and I expect them to go out and do wonderful things," she said. In her free time, she likes to be with her son, make pottery, and advertise her culinary talents. 14 Personalities The Yamacraw 2005-2006 Dr. Stephen B. Herschler Politics Dr. Stephen Herschler's interest in Asia began when, as a child, he was fascinated by his grandfather's collection of artwork from places like China and Japan. Dr. Herschler is still fascinated by cultures, especially those that are the most alien to him. He is especially intrigued by how language influences how we think and what happens when different cultures come together. Dr. Herschler loves fusion food and music and stated that he is "happy every time he goes someplace he hasn't been before." He chose to teach at Oglethorpe for the small school student/teacher relationships, but also because the Atlanta location provides a "big, diverse city to explore"... and Atlanta's sizeable Asian population is certainly a plus. Dr. Kendra A. King Pontics Dr. Kendra A. King is relatively new to the Oglethoipe University community. She aiTived here in 2003 after teaching for several years at the University of Georgia. She received her B.A. from Colby College and her Ph.D. in American Politics from Ohio State University. Her specialty interest in politics is in the field of African-American Politics. Aside from her expertise in the field of politics. Dr. King is also quite adept in the fields of cooking and writing poetry. In addition to all these activities, she even finds time to pursue her interest in playwriting! Dr. Joseph M. Knippenberg Pontics Dr. Joe Knippenberg's passions might be talking and teaching politics, but his interests are hardly limited to the ivory towers of Oglethorpe. He tries to keep two books open at a time beyond school reading and has a soft spot for what he's dubbed the "academic novel." In addition to teaching a class of savage fourth, fifth, and sixth graders at his church eveiy Wednesday night. Dr. Knippenberg has been a contributing member of the blogosphere for around two years. And at home? Among other things, he is a self-proclaimed rabid swim team dad. 2005-2006 The Yamacraw Personalities 15 Dr. Nicholas B. Maher History Originally from Boston, Dr. Nicholas Maher spent a few of his youthful years in Denmark, where he also plans on spending his sabbatical. Previous to teaching at Oglethorpe, he had never lived in the South. He found the students engagement in the class quite impressive and the Core, he felt, really sei-ved as a glue for learning, allowing him to make references to books he is confident everyone has read. Dr. Maher really has quite the adventure on the weekends during which he windsurfs, repairs old cars and motorcycles, and enjoys woodworking! Dr. Alexander M. Martin History Dr. Alexander Martin still remembers when Dr. Joe Knippenberg took him around Oglethorpe for the first time. "He greeted every person we passed by name, and I thought, 'This has got to be a setup,'" Dr. Martin said. He said that this intimacy of Oglethoipe is something that he has liked since he came to Oglethorpe in 1993. Dr. Martin also enjoys continuing in his research and has published two books and various articles. Outside of life as a professor, he has become a hobby gardener, enjoys being with his wife and two kids, and still travels to Germany and Russia. Dr. John D. Orme Politics Dr. John Orme is just the kind of professor the Oglethorpe community is proud to have - a professor who really wants to communicate effectively to the students. He said that when he teaches the Human Nature Core course, he continues to think about how he is teaching; he is concerned that it actually connects with the students. "Human Nature is the course I wish I could've taken as an undergrad," he said. When not teaching the Core or classes on history, politics, or war. Dr. Orme enjoys being active in playing baseball or basketball, reading fiction and participating in book clubs, and playing piano and composing music. 16 Personalities The Yamacraw 2005-2006 Dr. Bradford W. Smith History Dr. Bradford Smith did not realize for the first few years of college that he would end up studying history. "I kept finding I was taking history courses on the side and found that I really enjoyed them and did well in them," he said. Finally, he declared his major his senior year. His study of history has allowed him to focus on a broad range of topics. At Oglethorpe, Dr. Smith helped to develop the current Core program and is vei"y proud of it. "There's nothing else like it in the country," he said. When not teaching history and Core classes. Dr. Smith enjoys being with his wife and three sons and going to football games. Dr. Keith H. Aufderheide chemistry After attending the Culver Military Academy near Chicago, Dr. Keith Aufderheide attended Wilmington College. He earned his Ph.D. at Miami University and had a choice to make: a school in Niagara, N.Y., or Oglethorpe in Atlanta . . . the weather alone was reason enough to bring him here. "While others may find Dr. A. intimidating, I really think he's pretty funny," said student Monjuri Aimee. In his spare time. Dr. Aufderheide plays the piano and he enjoys woodworking. In fact, he has been making furniture for approximately 1 5 years now. Dr. Brool<:e Bourdelat-Parl^s Biology An Oglethorpe undergraduate of 1995, Dr. Bourdelat-Parks is nowl one of our professors in the science department. After completing her graduate studies at Georgia Tech and a few years of lab work. a teaching position opened up here. She jumped at the opportunity because she knew she wanted to teach at an institution like this anc spread a different form of teaching. She really loves the core, bui is aware of the fact that this wasn't the case until she was gone Bourdelat-Parks does not currently teach core, but given the time she would like to learn more about the Human Nature course 2005-2006 The Yamacraw Personalities 17 Dr. Charles L. Baube Biology Ever since he was a child watching "Wild Kingdom" and catching bugs and snakes. Dr. Charles Baube has loved science. "I always knew [my career] had to revolve around biology - I know: nerd," he said. In graduate school, he discovered a love for teaching and decided to focus on it as a career. Outside of class. Dr. Baube enjoys making models of airplanes, trains, and cars and bicycling. His wife and two young sons manage to keep him busy and, judging by the pictures proudly displayed on his website, very proud. Dr. John A. Cramer Physics Dr. John Cramer of the Oglethorpe Physic department came from up north Rhode Island to be exact. Moving to Texas for college, he eventually came to Atlanta about 25 years ago for a teaching position at Oglethorpe. When Dr. Cramer amved, it was mostly up to him to rebuild the introductory lab from the ground up. When he's not busy teaching or preparing to do so. Dr. Cramer works on his shell collection, enjoys hunting and fishing, and on occasion you can even catch him singing at Boar's Head! And few would know that he in Who's Who in Science and Theology! Dr. Roarke E. Donnelly Biology Dr. Roarke Donnelly has been an assistant professor of biology at Oglethorpe since 2003. He received his undergraduate degree at Lawrence University and his Masters from Utah State University. He received his Ph.D. in ecosystem science and conservation from the University of Washington in 2003. "I am primarily interested in identifying ways that private landowners, public land managers, urban planners, and policy makers can conserve or restore biodiversity in urbanizing landscapes," he said. He also said that his research provides students with exciting ways to be actively involved in research, too. 18 Personalities The Yamacraw 2005-2006 Dr. Michael K. Rulison Physics Dr. Michael Rulison has been interested in science since an early age. "As a kid I was always taking apart and rebuilding radios, blowing stuff up, plugging things into the wall sockets," he said. "So, I wanted to know how the world works." He became hooked on teaching during graduate school and, after his experiences in large state institutions, was attracted to Oglethorpe by "the opportunity to work closely with bright, motivated students." He fulfills this desire both in class, and through such organizations as the Society of Physics Students and the College Republicans. An avid amateur astronomer, he also enjoys backpacking and other outdoor activities. Dr. Daniel L. Schadler Bioiogj Dr. Schadler has been a plant aficionado much of his life. In 1 967, he was the National Winner of the Horticulture Project. In Kentucky, he was recognized as the Outstanding 4-H Club Boy for the Louisville Courier- Journal newspaper. He graduated summa cum laude from Thomas More College in 1970 with a double major in biology and chemistry. His first job after graduating from college was as a research associate at the University of Wisconsin. He created several different techniques that are still in use there today. In 1975, he left U of W and interviewed at Oglethorpe on August 12. He began teaching a month later! Dr. Monte W. Wolf chemistry While one of Dr. Wolf's main academic concerns is the motion of matter, motion equally occupies him outside the classroom; he has not only completed fourteen marathons, but he runs around thirty-five miles a week. The distance from Oglethorpe to Lenox and back, a mere six miles, constitutes an invigorating jog for Dr. Wolf! For a man constantly on the move, you'd think Georgia's heat and humidity might be too much for him, but Dr. Wolf describes Atlanta as Goldilocks's city of choice, considering his other long- term residences in southern California and northern Minnesota. 2005-2006 The Yamacraw Personalities 19 Dr. John S. Carton Psychology ^hile Dr. John Carton was on sabbatical this year, he managed to stay Dusy. Being a father of two young children, he said, took up most of his ime, and he spent the rest working at his private practice, swimming, A'atching television and movies, and (to the delight of several students) inally reading the Harry Potter series. Dr. Carton plans to return to Dglethorpe for the 2006-2007 school year, where he enjoys being a part jf the psychology department. "Nothing brings me more satisfaction han observing students setting goals and reaching them," he said. Dr. Amanda G. Gewin Psychology Professor Amanda Gewin enjoys teaching students who care about the subject, and she has found in her first year in the Oglethorpe psychology department students who care. She loves the appeal her subject has for its students and especially enjoys watching her students having "aha!" moments, making connections, and learning about themselves. Outside of class, Gewin enjoys running and has recently discovered an enjoyment of scrap-booking. Since she was a double major in English and psychology, she is also an avid reader, and her favorite authors include Virginia Wolf, John Irving, and Jeanette Winterson. Professor Gewin lives with her husband and two very spoiled dogs. Dr. Elizabeth C. Johnson Education and Psychology Dr. Elizabeth C. Johnson arrived at Oglethorpe in 2000 and took the position of Associate Professor of Psychology. She received her B.A. in Behavioral Biology from John Hopkins University and then went on to pursue her Ph.D., which she received at the University af Georgia. Her office is probably one of the most distinctive in Hearst since she has a large stuffed rat hanging on the door. That would be Sniffy the Rat. Anyone who has taken one of her psych ;:lasses will certainly learn about him. And if anyone is ever in the mood for a game of Ultimate Frisbee, she's your woman! 20 Personalities The Yamacraw 2005-2006 Dr. Caroline R. NoyeS Education and Psychology As child, Caroline Noyes used to read through her mother's old psychology textbooks in her spare time. In her reading she discovered a love of the subject, particularly abnormal psych, which has stayed with her to this day. In her own words, "I was a geek." She went on to graduate from a selective liberal arts college like Oglethorpe, and it was her fond memories of this "intimate" educational setting that brought her to OU. These memories, in concert with her field of study, have made her very devoted to establishing rapport with her students. "When students feel that they know you, it provides a sense of safety in which to take risks." Dr. Brad L. Stone socioiogj Though he was bom in Salt Lake City, Dr. Stone never stayed in one place for any extended period of time, living anywhere from San Francisco to New York with many stops in between. His ambition brought him to Brigham Young University for his undergraduate studies. Dr. Stone had the opportunity to serve as a visiting professor at a few universities. And it was his time at another university that really allowed him to compare Oglethorpe students. What he realized is that Oglethorpe sophomores are often as knowledgeable as seniors elsewhere! Dr. Alan N. Woolfolk sociology Dr. Alan Woolfolk is perhaps best known as the director of the Core! program, a post he was offered in part because of his interdisciplinary interests. Central among these interests is an abiding love of film. He recognizes the influence certain movies have had on his; life, and uses this as a way of connecting with his students. "li view the teaching of film as a way of expanding their cultural! literacy in a direction they already know and understand." Away from Oglethorpe he helps tend his wife's "menagerie," which ranges from fish to a show horse. Maurice (their bearded collie) has even been known to hang out in his office during exam weeks. 2005-2006 The Yamacraw Personalities 2 1 Mr. Christian Y. Benton Accounting It took Professor Christian Benton two tries to make Oglethorpe his home. The Division V accounting professor and new ODK advisor first served as a facuUy member from 1988-1989 while his wife earned her second Master's degree at Emory. He then returned in 1999 to replace his predecessor, Keith Baker. Few realize that this Nascar, Cubs and Steelers fan once considered a career in the military, but the quality of Oglethorpe students most influenced his decision to return. "I've taught at a lot of other schools," he said, "And I think Oglethorpe has some of the finest students." Dr. Cassandra C. Copeland Economics She is one professor who is in demand -Dr. Cassandra Copeland, the Associate Professor of Economics. She has been teaching at Oglethorpe since 2000, and she believes that "the students here are exceptional." Dr. Copeland originally wanted to be a marine biologist, but the demand for that type of career was not high; so she found her way to another love - teaching. Outside of her teaching role. Dr. Copeland is a part-time consultant for the Southern Company, and she loves to travel around the world, play tennis, attend music festivals, and hang out with her friends. And she says that she loves college football. "I'm from Florida; it's in my blood." Dr. Lynn M. Guhde Business Administration Dr. Lynn Gudhe is the Associate Professor of Business Administration. During her spare time, she enjoys traveling, boating, hiking, and reading. She decided to teach at Oglethorpe after she taught for years at larger schools. "I wanted to try a smaller, liberal arts college," she said. Dr. Gudhe likes a liberal arts education because it gives students the opportunity "to study beyond their major and explore disciplines and topics they might otherwise have missed." While some people have typical pets like cats or dogs or even lizards. Dr. Gudhe's owns a horse. 22 Personalities The Yamacraw 2005-2006 Dr. Bruce W. Hetherington Economics Dr. Bruce Hetherington started out in college as an accounting major, but said that since he was "anal-expulsive rather than anal-retentive" he switched to economics his junior year. He knew within two weeks i of coming to college that he never wanted to leave and still loves the atmosphere of the university, affectionately referring to college students as "nineteen and stupid." Outside of class Dr. Hetherington is a self-proclaimed history buff and prefers the term "Civil War living historian" to "Civil War re-enactor." He is the father of two grown sons and twin three-year old girls, and said that he goes home to his second job every day helping with his wife's catering business. Dr. Peter J. Kower Economics "1 play a little basketball in a 40+ league that is, years not inches of vertical jump ~ and tiy to read a few books besides The Little Engine That Coiildy So said the hilarious Dr. Peter J. Kower, an assistant professor of Economics who joined Oglethorpe in 2002. He has two dogs: Charlie (who uses a heart to dot the i in her name). Pepper, and a cat named Izzy. Dr. Kower decided to teach at Oglethorpe because he wanted to be at a liberal arts school that focused on teaching and learning - and, he added, "I thought the academic buildings looked very cool." Dr. William F. Straley Business Administration ' When Professor Wilt Straley arrived at Oglethorpe in 1990, he brought along experience from banking and five degrees from Georgia State and Auburn University. "Since I've been here, I have rather fallen in love with the place," he says. He enjoys interacting one-on-one with students and says that Oglethorpe students have a great advantage because of the Core curriculum. This man of adventure pilots planes, scuba dives, snow skis, and travels to places like Europe and Antarctica. 2005-2006 The Yamacraw Personalities 23 Dr. J. Dean Tucker Econmics and Business Dr. Dean Tucker is no stranger to "the Social Order" at Oglethorpe, hi fact, he's taken almost every Core class. His love of teaching comes in part from this desire to stay academically challenged, but even more from his students. "Interaction with students keeps you young," he said; and Dr. Tucker, who has been involved in Playmakers and has had magic as a hobby since junior high, is certainly young at heart. In addition to these hobbies. Dr. Tucker enjoys cooking, collecting coins, stamps, and baseball cards, and is an avid Cubs fan. He is an advisor to APO and OCF, and a member of Alpha Psi Omega. Dr. James M. Turner Accounting Dr. James Turner says he is a "bona-fide Georgia peach." He entered the world at Crawford Long Hospital, graduated from UGA, and worked sixteen years as a CPA in Atlanta. When he decided to pursue a Ph.D., he went to Georgia State. When he became a professor, he preferred a teaching school to a research school, and Oglethorpe proved a perfect match. True to his roots. Dr. Turner is a die hard NASCAR fan, and a devoted follower of the #24 of Jeff Gordon. When not listening to the combined horsepower of 43 stock cars, he enjoys a variety of music, especially rock and roll. Dr. J. Lynn Gieger Education A native southerner. Dr. Lynn Gieger was raised and educated in Jackson, Mississippi. Following graduate school at Duke University, she taught high school in Delaware at the school where Dead Poet s Society was filmed. After earning her Ph.D. at the University of Georgia, she pursued a career at a "small liberal arts college with access to a big city." She fit right in here at Oglethorpe. Over the past three years. Dr. Gieger had not yet had the opportunity to teach in the Core, but this past spring, she had her first shot at it. In her spare time, she serves as a judge in official beer competitions. 24 Personalities The Yamacraw 2005-2006 Dr. Beth Roberts Education Dr. Beth Roberts - the Vera A. Milner Professor of Education, Division Chair of Education, and the Director of Teacher Education - spends most of her free time reading -"everything from poetry and fiction to instruction manuals, if that's all that I can find!" she said. Before working at Oglethorpe University, she was an elementary teacher right out of college and then decided to go to graduate school to become a professor once her own children entered school. She chose to come to Oglethorpe because she saw the opportunity to develop the teaching program. "My own philosophy about what teachers need to know and be able to do matches nicely with the university's mission." Ms. Ginger Williams Education and Field Experiences Ginger Williams earned her undergraduate degree at Georgia Southern in elementary education and her Master's in early childhood at Mercer University. In 1 996, she opted for a career change after having taught young children for twenty years. "There were times during my teaching career when I became very frustrated and wondered if [teaching] was the right career path for me," she says. But she has enjoyed her time at Oglethorpe. "[The Core] helps students see conventions across the disciplines. ..We produce well-rounded individuals." She still finds time for her hobbies: walking, hiking, reading, and traveling. Lately, she has frequented state parks in Georgia, but her most memorable trips have been to Paris, England, Scotland, and Alaska, Dr. William L. Brightman English Dr. William L. Brightman is well known around Oglethoipe University. After working as a ski instructor to pay for his undergraduate studies, he graduated with a B.A. and a Ph.D. from the University of Washington. He began working at Oglethorpe in 1975 as a Professor of English. In his spare time, he enjoys gardening and reading and, at least once a year, he takes a trip to Europe. He is most famous around Oglethorpe for often probing his students with the question, "Why?" Don't expect to make a comment in his class without hearing this at least once! '2005-2006 The Yamacraw Personalities 25 Dr. Robert B. Hornback English iaving just spent a spring and summer as a fellow researching, lis he put it, "lost comic traditions. . ..that turn out to be not so lost jifter all" at the Folger Shakespeare Library, Dr. Hornback returned Oglethorpe to teach Narratives of the Self, Ancient Literature, Shakespeare, and Medieval and Renaissance Literature over the course of this school year. When asked how he felt the Core affected pglethorpe students, he replied in the good-natured and affectionate one so typical of him: "Our Core can sometimes be a bit like ;wimming or piano: their parents told them that they would thank hem someday. . .and their parents were right." Dr. Rebecca C. Hyman English Like many professors at Oglethorpe, Dr. Hyman came here because she loves to teach. And like many Oglethorpe students, she exudes an active curiosity. For example, Atlanta attracted her in part because she had never been before. Beyond scholarship, she has a deep personal interest in human rights: on any given evening you might find her hanging out with activist groups, participating in church basement meetings, or busily writing political tracts at east Atlanta coffee shops in many ways embodying an Oglethorpe ideal of practicing theory. Nevertheless, as much time as she devotes to others, she still manages to find time for herself, whether by gardening or playing with her cats. Dr. Jeanne H. McCarthy English Two years after earning her Ph.D. in English from the University of Austin, Professor Jeanne McCarthy found herself drawn to Oglethorpe. Quite a bit of Professor McCarthy's time outside of Oglethorpe is consumed with writing and researching her field. Renaissance drama. Although she enjoys the travel that her research requires (i.e. the British Library in London), Professor McCarthy somehow finds time to tend her garden and paint. Her life is clearly just as hectic now as it was when she attended boarding schools in Bahrain and Rome and was a member of her college's sailing team. 4! J 1 H V 26 Personalities The Yamacraw 2005-2006 Dr. Linda J. Taylor English Dr. Douglas McFarland English Here are your three hints: he teaches Greek, he comes from the west coast, and he's the "cat with a BARK!" Who's that professor? Introducing ... Dr. McFarland, whose presence Oglethorpe has been blessed with for the past thirteen years. Originally drawn to music in the sixties, the popular music of the day did not interest McFarland, which in turn led him toward classical music. He took up playing the classical guitar, which he spent five years performing at the San Francisco Conservatory. And did anyone know we had a male sorority advisor? Yep, Sigma Sigma Sigma has Dr. McFarland! At one time. Professor Linda Taylor seriously considered becoming a social worker. However, by 1975, after she had earned her Ph.D. in literature from Brown University in Rhode Island, Professor Taylor knew that Oglethorpe University was the place for her. Most of her time outside of the school is spent with her 17 year-old foster daughter or gardening and writing poetiy and prose. At Oglethorpe, she most enjoys challenging her Nairative of the Self students to include narration about themselves in the literature that they explore during class. Dr. Victoria L. Weiss English Dr. Victoria Weiss has dabbled in a bit of everything at Oglethorpej "I've had the chance to do everything I ever wanted to do here," sht said. And the list is extensive - from director of the theater progran when she first came to serving as the interim provost and also doinj fundraising. Currently, she is part time faculty and finished in 200( her second year of teaching after a hiatus from the teaching part o Oglethorpe. She also runs the Office of Student Success and ha facilitated the weekly Student Coffee Hour. While life at Oglethorp' takes a lot of her devotion. Dr. Weiss enjoys singing at her church and als< believes that giving back to others through volunteering is important 2005-2006 The Yamacraw Personalities 27 Dr. Mario A. Chandler Spanish "I've always thought in the back of my mind that I wanted to write," Dr. Mario Chandler readily answered when asked about himself being a Spanish professor. "But I never pursued that seriously." After earning a Ph.D. from the University of Georgia, Dr. Chandler settled down to teach at Oglethorpe. But whenever school is not in session, Dr. Chandler is finding someplace international to visit. However, students can rest assured that he will return. "This group is a very strong, very intelligent and prepared group of students," he said. "I'm very happy with that." Dr. Jay LutZ French A man of many languages. Dr. Jay Lutz's hands are constantly in flight. A sentence from him seems incomplete without some sort of gesticulation, whether he is speaking in French, Swedish, or English. This year, he is continuing the tradition of Swedish language courses offered at night which are open to the wider Atlanta community. In fact, these non-credit courses represent the continuation of his personal interest in Sweden since high school. But Dr. Lutz's interests are not restricted to the study of language. He also teaches "Great French Actresses and their Film Roles," which is being taught for the first time as a regular course rather than a special topic, due to its popularity. Dr. Viviana P. Plotnik Spanish "My true passion is European cinema," said Dr. Viviana Plotnik. Clearly, this Associate Professor of Spanish does not confine her interests to teaching Spanish courses at Oglethorpe. Dr. Plotnik enjoys painting in her spare time and says that her "favorite thing in the world is to travel to other countries." Dr. Plotnik always envisioned herself being in an academic setting, and she loved coming to Oglethorpe. "There was no Spanish program in 1 994 so it was exciting to have the opportunity to build a minor first and then a major from scratch," she said. ii -i J i^^^^^BWC" 28 Personalities The Yamacraw 2005-2006 Dr. Robert Steen Japanese Dr. Robert Steen, the Associate Professor of Japanese, began teaching here at Oglethorpe University in 1995. Before he became a part of the university's faculty, he worked in publishing over in Japan before he went to graduate school. "I went to a small liberal arts school myself, and I wanted to stay in that tradition," he said in explaining his decision to teach here. "And Oglethorpe seemed to be a good fit." In his spare time, he enjoys taking care of his two cats, playing chess, and working on his 1986 Honda. Dr. Robert A. Blumenthal Mathematics Name that Oglethorpe Professor of Mathematics for sixteen years. You know, the pianist? Dr. Robert Blumenthal was born, raised, and educated in the north where he attended the University of Rochester. What brought him so far down here? He was originally caught by the sense of focus that Oglethorpe had on its undergraduate students, something impossible to find at a larger university. "As lifelong learners," Dr. Blumenthal said "the students most likely will not recognize the value of the Core cun'iculum until later in life." Nonetheless, Dr. Blumenthal said that the Core is "integral to the mission of the school and embodies to perfections the liberal arts education." Dr. Ronald L Carlisle computer science Dr. Ron Carlisle clearly works with both sides of the brain. "1 think I initially became interested in mathematics because it is such a nice neat and tight structure, in which assumptions are spelled out in detail, and then results are derived logically from those assumptions," he said. But he also enjoys playing the recorder, the viola de gamba, performing with the Oglethorpe Singers, and reading, particularly books on Japanese history and culture and Zen Buddhism. In the past. Dr. Carlisle has served as Faculty Secretary of ODK and Faculty Advisor of Phi Eta Sigma. 2005-2006 The Yamacraw Personalities 29 Dr. John C. NardO Mathematics Since his arrival at Oglethorpe, Dr. John Nardo has been very involved on campus and in the community. He was one of the faculty members who lobbied for domestic partner benefits, and he helped to start the Safe Zone project. He is also the faculty sponsor for Alpha Chi and Alpha Phi Omega, a supporter of OUTlet, and organizer of the Lynwood Park tutoring project. "It's very important to give back to the community," he said. In his spare time, this self- proclaimed "bibliomaniac" loves reading books, especially mysteries, thrillers, and Hany Potter. Dr. Nardo lives in Atlanta with his domestic partner Robert and "spoiled rotten" Maltese Miss Peepers. Dr. Philip D. Tiu Mathematics Dr. Philip Tiu is well known for his energy and devotion to mathematics, and it should be no suiprise to learn that this attitude stems from a place deeper than a number and variable coated blackboard. In his own words, "Mathematics, at its heart, is a pursuit of both truth and beauty. For me, that is motivation enough." He credits puzzles given to him by his father for this discoveiy, and in his spare time he still enjoys puzzles, as well as crosswords, reading and serving as advisor to Phi Eta Sigma. Part-time and Adjunct Faculty !Ms. Jane Davis - French iMr. David Dempsey - Communication iDr. Lionel Gall - French 1 Ms. Julia Hanrahan - Business Ms. Veronica Holmes - Core Dr. Carole Katz - Sociology Mr. Michael Krom - Core Mr. James McClung - Core Mr. Daniel Marshall - English Dr. Tracy L. Mitzner - Psychology Ms. Dawn Owens - Education Mr. David Patterson - Communication Ms. Deborah Payne - Mathematics Ms. Sigrira Perret-Gentil - Art Ms. Martina Pfeiler - German Dr. James Rissler - Core Dr. Jon M. Saulson - Education Dr. Susan Scally - Education Dr. Jane West Sinner - Education Mrs. Margaret Smith - Core Dr. Kristy Sorenson - Psychology Dr. Michael Strizhevsky - Mathematics Dr. Allison Wolf - Mathematics 30 Personalities The Yamacraw 2005-2006 Kocur Oglethorpe's Fulbright Scholar in Residence Dr. Miroslaw Kocur spoke in between bites, his unruly hair flying as he gestured energetically with his hands. " [A performance] is a meeting between spectator and artist. ...and then it disappears. It's difficult to say if youVe ever accomplished anything in the theatre," he said before enthusiastically spooning another mouthful of food into his mouth. That is the way that Dr. Kocur approaches everything: with enthusiasm - especially when it comes to his love for the theatre. Dr. Kocur, Oglethorpe University's present Fulbright Scholar in Residence, has devoted his life both to his wife Dagmara and to bringing ancient Greek and Roman drama to life. Dr. Kocur 's connection with the theater has given him a chance to experiment with various types of arts. He has taken his turn at both writing and directing. From 1987 until 1990 he served as the director of the Second Studio of Wroclaw, the former site of the Polish Laboratory Theater. Since then. Dr. Kocur has been reinforcing his reputation as .^ an international force. He has exercised his directing talents in many countries. He is known world- wide for transforming pla; into something new by addir his own twist to the translatio Critics have praised his avar garde reconstruction of tradition Greek and Roman pla) Dr. Kocur, affectionately calli Mirek by friends, has also receiv* recognition for the books he h written. Since the 1980's Dr. Koc has been focusing his writing < the historical and cultural aspec of the theatre. For example, 1 book, entitled Ancient Gre Theatre, received the 2001 B( Academic Book Award from t Polish Ministry of Education a is the standard text used in Poli institutions of higher leamu Dr. Kocur was bom in Wrock Poland. He fondly recalls his ye:i as the only child of Jan and Ar? Kocur. They were not rich, Koii said, but he always had everythi that he needed. "He was spoile' said Dagmara Koiu and they both bis' into infectious laughr Dr. Kocur compalc the cultural divers^) of Wroclaw to Jii Francisco, "Everyboc^i from somewhere." t Kocur described it a 2 city of "twenty-four hii 1005-2006 The Yamacraw Personalities 3 1 5tic activity." It was in Wroclaw, artistic mecca of southern ind, that Kocur made what he s his "accidental choice" to Dme involved in the theatre. Kocur earned his M.F.A. in the lartment of Play Directing at the atre Academy of Krakow, and le there in 1 986, Kocur served as inslator of ancient Greek texts. Kocur also originally served i civil engineer, but he soon overed that the theater would lis "only channel to freedom." rything else was subject to riction by the government. ing a time when martial law still being strictly enforced 'oland. Dr. Kocur and his wife le the pivotal decision to visit United States for a year. They e as the first non- Americans to :hosen to receive the "Artists Residence in Communities" It from the California Arts ncil. It was also then that ' met Oglethorpe University's I Dr. Deborah Merola. vas many years before they again. Dr. Kocur spent the "s in between mastering his directing teclmiques. He worked extensively with his teachers and mentors, Jerzy Grotowski and Tadeusz Kantor. He also earned his Ph.D. in Philology in 1999 from the University of Wroclaw. Dr. Merola, in her new tenure as Director of the Theatre Department at Oglethorpe, noticed little change in Dr. Kocur when they did finally reunite. "I could little believe that he was not still the enfant terrible of Polish theatre. And indeed, Kocur remains a force of nature: as youthful, revolutionary, funny, and brilliant as ever (and his hair as curly)," she said. With Provost Christopher Ames, she worked to have Dr. Kocur instated as Oglethorpe's Fulbright Scholar in Residence. Dr. Kocur spent the fall semester at Oglethoipe. Kocur had his hand in several productions, including his own original voodoo tribal staging of Aristophanes' Women at the Thesmophoria. Oglethorpe was honored to host such a distinguished director. 32 Personalities The Yamacraw 2005-2006 Admissions Oglethorpe's Admissions office is headed up by David Rhode: Throughout the year David and his staff work to bring high quaUty studeni on to the Oglethopre campus; encouraging college-seeking high schoc seniors to sign on the dotted line and take advantage of what OU has to offe Alumni The Alumni office is a forgotten office to many current Oglethorpe students. Little do these students know that their relationship with this office becomes much more intimate upon graduation. Not only does the OU Alumni office maintain strong relationships with the alumni, they are also very involved in supporting several campus organizations, such as the Yamacraw. Registrar Located on the Lower Level of Lupton Hall, the Registrar is a famil'r office to the students and faculty of Oglethorpe. The Registrar is t; place where grades are processed, transcripts are printed, and classs are scheduled. Although some students have a love hate relatic- ship with the Registrar, all realize what an important office they a;. -^ 2005-2006 The Yamacraw Personalities 33 Bookstore \h, the bookstore! Open during the Fall and Spring semesters in the )asement of Hearst, the OU bookstore provides students, faculty, and itaff with all required texts, "just for fun" books, as well as general supplies and sundry items needed by students, such as those ever- so-fashionable Oglethorpe track pants and sweat shirts, binders, lotebooks, bumper stickers, mugs, vanity plates, and so much more. \dding to the plethora of shopping options are the goodnatured )ersonalities of the bookstore staff and students who spend their time loing inventory and generally making the bookstore a fun place to be. Financial Aid Located in the lower level of Lupton, the Financial Aid office coordinates the approval and packaging of all student financial assistance. Oglethorpe scholarships and grants as well as state and federal programs are monitored. The office is also responsible for Work Study assignments, other loan processes, and collection and certification of eligibilty. Interested students must know, this office holds the key to how much "extra fun" you will be able to afford each semester. Business Office Dpen every day, the Business office is an office feared by some ind loved by others. Fear, rooted in unpaid bills and love, "ooted in paychecks, reimbursement checks, checks of all shapes md sizes. A word to the wise, never forget to pay your bill. 34 Personalities The Yamacraw 2005-2006 Library Student Affairs The collection of books, periodicals, microforms, audiovisual materi- als, and computer databases in the Philip Weltner Library is enougli to keep any moderately interested student busy for hours. Special collections, including archival materials of Oglethorpe University, are available for the students, faculty, and staff to enjoy. Also the famous 24-hour room is available for all "night owls" and all crammers Located in the Emerson Student Center, the Student Affairs office is the information center for all students, both residents and com- muters. The center houses the offices of the Dean of Students, the Director of Residence Life, the Greek Life Coordinator, the Student Activities Coordinator, the Director of Campus Safety, the Health Center, Career Services, and the Counseling Center. All of these services are vital to the OU student population, providing infomiation, care, and entertainment. Without this office Oglethorpe's students would surely be much less satisfied. Bon Apetit Bon Apetit is a relatively new phenomenon of OU. Hired bi Dean Tim Doyle, Bon Apetit has proved themselves well in th last two and a half years. Although it seems to be impossible t! satisfy all of the students at once, the variety of food provide combined with the friendly staff and colorful additions to th cafeteria seem to lift everyone's opinion of the cafeteria foo( 2005-2006 The Yamacraw Personalities 35 IT Services IT Services; no one but the people who work in the office really understand how the OU network and computers systems operate. Without this office OU students would likely still be handwrit- ing papers and utilizing the United States Postal Service for their long distance communications. However frustrated students, fac- ulty, and staff get with their own personal computers, it cannot be denied that everyone owes a lot to these dedicated computer geeks. Maintenance, Housel^eeping and Grounds The Physical Plant is located in the low building across the park- ing lot from Greek Row. Resident students are all familiar with the task of requesting maintenance for their room, and are even more familiar with the cheerful response e-mails for OU's own Renae Glass who works under Jim Ledbetter, the head of maintenance. While Jim manages his maintenance crews, Manny Bonilla, and Sharon Roth handle the housekeeping and grounds, respectively. All these people and departments deserve a giant round of applause. Campus Safety The Campus Safety department which operates around the clock is located in the Welcome Center at the entrance to the campus. The Director of Campus Safety, Russ Drew, has an office in the Emerson Student Center. Campus Safety personnel are responsible for patrolling the campus, locking or unlocking buildings, summoning help for the pohce or fire departments, assisting in medical emergencies or call- ing for aid, enforcing parking regualtions, and reporting all security occurrences on campus and providing campus infonnations. Most of these things are accomplished quite, the only thing that many students will argee is not successfully enforced is the rather unpopular stop sign at the side gate. Most students have given it up as a lost cause. 36 People The Yamacraw 2005-2006 Seniors and Underclassmen "Whac is a friend? A friend is a single soul dwelling in two bodies. " - Aristotle Courtney Roberts Senior Class President, 2005-2006 Courtney Roberts, the senior class president, was originally from Fairhope, Alabama, although her family now lives in Snellville, Georgia. Her major is communications, and her minor is business with a focus on marketing. Courtney has been very involved in Panhellenic activities. She is a member of Chi Omega and has served as the Panhellenic Public Relations Director, been on the Panhellenic Recruitment Committee, and acted as Chi Omega Treasurer and Chi Omega Secretary. She ran track her freshman year and is a member of the soccer team. Jeremy Abernathy Art History & Japanese Studies Honors Program, Chi Phi Helena Adams Communications and Rhetoric Studies APO C02-'04) Seniors 2005-2006 The Yamacraw People 37 Jenee Amodeo j Communications jistrumentalist of the Year i3-'04, University Singers i (President, '05-'06, ommunications Director '03-'05), University Chorale Eli Arnold Archaeology Amnesty International, Outlet David Anderson Class of 2006 Kionne August Psychology & Communications Sigma Sigma Sigma, Psi Chi, ODK, Order of >mega, OSA, RA, Urban Leadership Scholarship Recipient Carla Banderas Class of 2006 Miranda Atnip English Chi Omega, Personae Gratae, OSA Senator ( '02- '04), Order of Omega, '06 for OU Campaign Jonathan Baker Economics Kathryn Barrett Art History & French OU Playmakers Seniors 38 People The Yamacraw 2005-2006 Michelle N. Beeken Business Administration Sigma Sigma Sigma, Panhellenic Committee, Circle K, International Club, Economics Club Rachel Bohan English Liselle Bovell Biology Oglethorpe Caribbean Students Association, Sigma Zeta Honorary Society, International Club Miriam Claire Brown English Storniy Petrel (Editor-in- Chief), Tower (Editor), Playmakers, ODK (Vice- President), Sigma Tau Delta, Phi Eta Sigma, Blackwell Scholar, Who's Who Brittany Bennett English Outlet, ECOS, FMLA, OU Winds, Japanese Culture Club, Liberal Art Symposium, Phi Eta Sign Honor Society, Sigma Ta Delta, Alpha Chi Honor Society, Dean's List Adonis Bovell j Physics & i Mathematics i OSA Senator ('03-'06), Oglethorpe Caribbean Students Association, Alpha Chi, Sigma Zeta,| International Club, Sigm Pi Sigma I i Robin Brooks Class of 2006 i Mark Burke Class of 2006 Seniors 2005-2006 The Yamacraw People 39 Joshua Burr usiness Administration Basketball, Baseball, tCappa Alpha, Student Athletic Advisory 'ommittee (President), FCA (Captain of leadership Team), RA harles Carmichael Philosophy Conor Carey Mathematics James Cassell Class of 2006 Veer Chahwala Chemistry & Biology Jon Carter Politics Track and Field (co- captain). Stormy Petrel (Sports and Humor Editor), OSA Senator, OU Winds, Rich Foundation Urban Leadership Program Jonathan Chadwick Business Administration & Economics Andrew Clark Class of 2006 Seniors 40 People The Yamacraw 2005-2006 David Close Class of 2006 Willie Cone Class of 2006 Benjamin Corey Biology Outlet, River Rendezvous, Playmakers Jewelia Dakin Spanish & Communications Mary Cogan Biopsychology Seniors Matthew Corbett English i Stormy Petrel, Joumalis Writing Award, APO, Economics Club Ariel Crooks International Studies i Art History Stormy Petrel (Feature; Editor, Hindsight Editc Cartoon), Fencing Clu' Phi Theta Kappa, Dear List, Honors Program! Outlet, Monadai Awar Laura E. Darnel] Biopsychology ' Sigma Sigma Sigma! (Education Director '0 Panhellenic (VP '04~ 2005-2006 The Yamacraw People 41 anessa Dauberman Class of 2006 Jonathan Davis Class of 2006 Ramiro Duran Class of 2006 Mandy Eckerl Psychology i Chi (co-president), OU Bookstore E. M. Rebecca Davis Business Administration Amanda DeGrave Engineering Outlet, Circle K Tara Duttenhaver Communications and Rhetoric Studies Kimberly Edmiston Accounting Sigma Sigma Sigma, Playmakers, Alpha Psi Omega, Oxford Scholarship, Earl Blackwell Scholarship, Accounting Society (Treasurer) Seniors 42 People The Yamacraw 2005-2006 Lisa Elaine Ellis Business Administration Circle K International, Business Honorary Society, OU Bookstore, International Club, Dean's List, Who's Who Among American Colleges and Universities William Daniel Erwin Biology Sigma Alpha Epsilon (past president and secretary). Order of Omega, Soccer, Co-Chairman '06 for OU Campaign, Phi Delta Epsilon Lee Freidenstein Claaof2006 Yasmin Epple Class of 2006 Will Galloway Communications OCF, OU Bookstore Kristy Evans Communications APO, University Singer and Chorale, Sigma Sign Sigma, Phi Theta Kapp Dean's List, Personae Gratae ! Jessica Fugett | Psychology j Susan Galvan Class of 2006 Seniors !005-2006 The Yamacraw People 43 iarsha'l E. Gilliam i j Economics & j Business Sigma Sigma Sigma, Economics Club (President) Colin Gray English Jessica Griffin Communications and Rhetoric Studies Sigma Sigma Sigma resident), OU Dancers, 3K, Phi Delta Epsilon, Upha Chi, Mary Jane Kohler Scholarship ipient. Honors Program fanyAmber Hatfield Spanish PO, Outlet, OSA( '02- 04), Track and Field, Wind Ensemble Kara Glielmi Psychology Soccer J. Travis Griffin Philosophy Chi Phi, University Singers and Chorale Ryan Hanlin Biopsychology Chi Phi, RA, chess enthusiast Roland Havasi Business Administration Soccer Seniors 44 People The Yamacraw 2005-2006 L^ Geoff Hetherington History APO, SPACE (Student Professional Association of Georgia Educators) Jesse Hinson Theatre Dean's List ('03-^06), Playmakers Rookie of the Year ('02-'03), Playmakers MVP('03-'04, '04-'05), Georgia Shakespeare Festival (3 seasons) Alena Hrebickova Politics Phi Theta Kappa Scholarship, "Night to Remember" dancing perfonnance. Dean's List, International Grant Award Jennifer Ann Iddings Biology Outlet, Phi Delta Epsilon (Treasurer, '05-'06), OU Ambassadors, Sigma Zeta, Dean's List James A. Hill Mathematics & Spanish Delta Sigma Phi Fratem (President), Alpha Chi ODK Emerging Leade Award Jennifer Hofstette Political Philosophy APO, Outlet, Storm> Petrel, Tower i Deirdre Hubban Biology Phi Delta Epsilon, Bla; Student Caucus, Studtl Ambassadors, Ogletho ' Fund Annemarie Ippoli) Economics i Sigma Sigma Sigma, C^ Student Ambassadoi Seniors 005-2006 The Yamacraw People 45 efanie Jo Janssen Politics Mandi Jones Politics Delegate for the itemational Mission Medicine, Phi Delta 3silon, Homecoming Court ('04) Thad Kennedy siness Administration Delta Sigma Phi, Accounting Society, lident Ambassadors, iss Country, Track and Field Caroline King Art History APO (President) Cliristiana Jolinson Biology (Pre-med) ODK (President), FR President ('02-'03),JR President ('04-'05),RA, Urban Dance Steppers, OU Cheerleaders, Phi Delta Epsilon, Sigma Zeta, Phi Eta Sigma Rachel Jones Class of 2006 Tom Kennedy Accounting Track and Field, Accounting Society Svetlana Kovalenko Class of 2006 Seniors 46 People The Yamacraw 2005-2006 Laura Dee Kraich International Studies Presidential Scholar, Dean's List, Residence Life, SPANK, OU Cheerleaders ('03-'04), OU Playmakers, Study Abroad (The Hague University) Abigail Kurland Psychology Psi Chi, University Singers and Chorale, Canine Companions for Independence Puppy Raiser, Phi Eta Sigma T.A. Lawrence Class of 2006 Katie Lohmann Biopsychology Phi Delta Epsilon, Student Ambassadors, Personae Gratae Michaela S. Kunz Biology International Club, Ph Theta Kappa Scholarsh Ashley Lakey Class of 2006 Lauren Leonard Business Administrati i Kate March Class of 2006 Seniors !005-2006 The Yamacraw People 47 i Grace McGee I Biospsychology {Sigma Sigma Sigma Kelly L Moran Mathematics OU Dancers, Cross intry. Alpha Sigma Tau, OSA Senior Senator Mayur Nayee Biology P Oglethorpe Student issociation. Phi Delta Epsilon (President), emational Club, Sigma Zeta amie Oglethorpe Politics irliamentarian. Prison iscipline Committee, eneral, Philanthropist Bisell McWilliams III English Student Ambassadors ( '02- '04, VP Publicity '03-'04), OCF, College Republicans, Dean's List, Alpha Chi, Yamacraw (Photographer '03-'04, Editor-in-Chief '04-'06) Jodi-Ann Moses Accounting International Club, Caribbean Student Association, Circle K, Accounting Society Nhan Nguyen Class of 2006 Piercen M. Oliver Chemistry RA, IT Services Web Workstudy, Sigma Zeta Honor Society, Alpha Chi Seniors 48 People The Yamacraw 2005-2006 Sarah Opp History Sigma Sigma Sigma, ODK, Alpha Chi, Order of Omega (President), Panhellenic VP, Phi Eta Sigma, University Singers, University Ambassadors, JEO Scholar Tamara Perry Class of 2006 Rachel Parton American Studies & History Dean's List, Alpha Chi SPANK (Vice-Presiden German Tutor Robert Peterson Class of 2006 Roja Pondicherry-Harish Class of 2006 Mallory Pusch Class of 2006 Sean C. Raleigh Psychology APO, Psy Chi Ronald Remingto; Physics & ! Mathematics Sigma Alpha Epsilon, . ( Scholar Seniors ;005-2006 The Yamacraw People 49 Apolline Riblier Comunications Eugene Rivers II ^Communications and Rhetoric Studies A, VP Programming .rd, SO Class President, \ of the Year, Student Ambassadors, OSA 'rogramming Board, Who's Who Scott Royalty Communications ketball, FCA, volunteer Boys and Girls Club David Rigdon English Fessica Sammons itemational Studies & French Jeffery Rowe English Chi Phi, Personae Gratae/ Student Ambassadors Terrance Ruth Class of 2006 Leah Sanders English Circle K, OU Singers, ODK Dean's List, Yam- craw (Copywriter, '04-'05; Copy Editor, '05-'06), Stormy Petrel (Bubble Editor, '05), Phi Eta Sigma, Core Sympoisum Seniors msmssm- 50 People The Yamacraw 2005-2006 h Mary E. Seagrave Sociology University Singers, APO, Psi Chi, Dean's List Richard Stengard Accounting Accounting Society (President) T. Michelle Stringer Economics OU Economics Club, Omicron Delta Epsilon National Economic Honors Society Marie Sutherland Theatre OU Playmakers. "slummin' it, working for the man, and occasionally sleeping" Kirbie Lee Smith Biology Basketball, Chi Omega Petrel Council, FCA Mariyandi Stracha Accounting Track Team, Accountin Society, Caribbean Studs Association Stephanie Stroud: Psychology Student Ambassadors, volunteer at Boys anc Girls Club, student teaching at Narrie J. Hai; Elementary Kyle Aaron Taylol Art I OCF, FCA, Track and Field Seniors ll sf 1005-2006 The Yamacraw People 51 harmaine Turner Biology I'ommunity Service: labitat for Humanity, ;ast Cancer Walks, and \merican Red Cross arleton Walmsley Art History Dean's List, Student ervisor/Manager at OU Museum of Art eredith Whitworth Theatre laymakers. Alpha Psi, J Singers and Chorale Manager '05), ODK, Yamacraw (Layout iter '04-'06), RA Staff, ampus Service Award '04-'05), Dean's List Alice Veciunca Class of 2006 manda Lee Wheat Psychology Chi, Alpha Chi, Phi Eta '^ ma, on and off campus volunteering Allen Whitehart Class of 2006 Kelli E. Weatherall W. History JEO Scholar, Honors Program, Sigma Sigma Sigma, RA Tiffany Williams Biopsychology Seniors 52 People The Yamacraw 2005-2006 John Michael Wilson Economics Feed America Music Foundation, Oglethorpe Musical Association Anna Wolfe Class of 2006 Richard Wright Class of 2006 Connie Yip International Studies (Asian Concentration) & Spanish Circle K, International Club, Tennis Team, OSA, Student Ambassadors, Dean's List, University Scholars Brett Wise Accounting Arleen Wren English Whit Yelton Business Administratis I Basketball, Kappa Alf a (Officer), Programmi ; Board, Economics Soc't] Hannah York English Seniors >005-2006 The Yamacraw People 53 Kyle Luedtke Junior Class President, 2005-2006 "I wanted to become more involved with Oglethorpe. I also knew this would be good leadership experience. After positive encouragement from my friends, I knew this is something I really wanted undertake," Kyle Luedtke said of her decision to nm for junior class president. Kyle is from Savannah, Georgia, and she was attracted to Oglethorpe for its location in Atlanta, great scholarships, small campus, and chance to get to know professors. She is doing an individually planned major in pre-pharmacy with a concentration in chemistry and plans to go to pharmacy school after she graduates. She loves the friends she had made at Oglethorpe and has enjoyed getting to know the professors. Keith Griffin Sophomore Class President, 2005-2006 "I know this might sound nerdy, but I love politics," Keith Griffin said. "I love taking a stance, and I love debating - but not when it gets out of control." Keith is majoring in politics, and he is also minoring in history. He would like to attend law school after graduation from Oglethorpe and then become an environmental lawyer. Besides being the sophomore class president, Keith is also a Chi Phi brother, a member of ECOS and the International Club, and a CFA. Keith is from Lawrenceville, Georgia. Gonzalo Yahuitl Freshman Gonzalo Yahuitl is a freshman from Snellville, Georgia. He looked at being class president as a way to get to know Oglethorpe quickly. "I wanted to get involved in an activity where I can serve my community - the freshman class - and get to know everyone in Oglethorpe. I found that student government was the opportunity that I was looking for." At Oglethorpe, Class President, 2005-2006 he loves the accessibility of the professors and the close-knit community of students. Gonzalo is majoring in international studies with a minor in communications. "I have an interest in politics, and international studies as my major will help me to learn more about it and lead me in that direction that 1 am planning," he said. Underclassmen 54 People The Yamacraw 2005-2006 Leah Abel Bethelhern Abera Cynthia Aby Elisabeth Adelson Henna Agad EricAgel Susan Ahn Monjuri Aimee Akalework Akalework Tanesha Alexander Olga Alexeevets Katherine Allen Kelly Allen Sara Almqvist Felicia Alston Joel Alzola Fauzia Amlani Won Ah An Ashley Anderson Jessica Anderson Joseph Anderson Richard Anderson Jeremy Andersson Jayme Andrews Tiffani Andrews Domenica Antonucci Celine Aoyama Kathryn Armstrong Brett Arnold Max Arrechea Cheryl Atkinson Zachary Atkinson Aaron Avellanosa Kathryn Bachman Adam Bailey Terry Bailey Evan Baker Leah Balch Patricia Baldwin Anne Baiter Sandra Banderas Revee Barbour Leisa Barcroft Catherine Barson Newal Basha Jacqueline Bass Jessica Bates Ariel Bavennan Nana Bekoe Cynthia Belinga Rose-Gaelle Belinga Travis Belton Brittany Bennett Maria Berg Cierra Berry Abigale Berwager Underclassmen >005-2006 The Yamacraw People 55 Bhagwati Bhakri Mai7 Bidgood Jessica Binkley Marga.et Bitter Sarah Blair Athanesha Blake Patricia Bolton Jessica Bonham Lamona Bowden Danielle Bowles Traci Boydston Laura Braddick Gillian Brady Saye Braucht Benedicte Brebion Anna Breedlove Grayson Biggs Quichelle Brimidge Matthew Brisendine Kathryn Brogdon Hannah Brooks Anastasia Brown Kardea Brown Kathryn Brown Juan Buenestado-Gallego Heather Bui lard Charles Burkhart Britton Butler David Butler Elizabeth Byers Deborah Byrd Erin Byrne Michelle Calderon Lindsey Callaway April Callen Santa Claus Laura Callendar Jacob Camp Megan Campbell Taylor Cannon Jonathan Carll Ajnanda Carpenter Kira-Marie Carr Carlos Carthen Scott Casey Miriam Cash Barbara Casteel Deborah Chandler Michelle Chaney Stephanie Chapman Moise Charitable Nekisha Charles K_asey Cheng Brian Chimiklis Dongjai Cho Jiwon Choi Underclassmen 56 People The Yamacraw 2005-2006 Lyndsey Clark Shaneika Clark Catherine Clarke Kemoy Clarke Courtney Clayton Kristy Clodfelter Lakendra Coach Megan Cobb- Young David Cohen Eric Cohen-Greenberg Daniel Cohl Jessica Cole Franchesca Collins Jody Collins Whitney CoUins MillicentCone Taryn Cooksey Ashley Cooper Genna Cooper Zoe C ooper Brittany Corbett Brooke Corker Jennifer Cornelius Lydia Cornelius Ellen Corsello Annie Cowan Dela Coward Jason Cree Phillip Crews Sherrie Crews Jaclyn Crissey Aaron Cross John Cross Sara Cross Corey Crummell Tareq Dabdoub Stephanie Dagesse Tiffany Dail Austin Dalbo Brian Dandois Jessica Daniel Rozaan Daniel Stephanie Darden Jason Darland Kori Dan- Richard Dasque Andrew Davenport Constance Davis Mallory Davis Mercella Davis Varietta Davis Elizabeth DeFreezer Andrea Dean Corin Deans Jack Emily DeiaiTne Underclassmen 1 * 005-2006 The Yamacraw People 57 Dacian Dejeu Cheree Delaney Genevieve Dempre Tiffany Desrosiers Lydia Diamantis Danielle Diamond Rachel Diamond Antonetle Diao Spade Eric Dickinson Jamie Dillon David Dobbs James Dolive Nicole Dombrow Chiquita Douglas Ellic Winston Douglas Yvonne Dmyeh Igor Dubovoy Jason Duchac Zachary Duensing Brendan Dumont Mario Dunkel Carter Dunn Stephanie Dunnigan Anthony Dykes Anissa Edmondson Alexandra Edwards Andrew Elliot Erica Ellis Molly Ellis Timothy Ernst John Esterline Allison Evans Dylan Evans Jarrod Evans Megan Fabick Morgan Falconer James Farrell Brickford Faucette Sean Femandes Rafael Ferrele Excel Fields Nikita Fields Bud Lily Fincher Anna Findley Sarah Finkel Laura Fitzgerald Eric Fladland Erm Flynn Lauren Folger Claire Fontaine Susan Forbes Tiffany Forbes Endia Ford Underclassmen 58 People The Yamacraw 2005-2006 i James Fowler Sean Freeman Dominic Fried Ryan Fulgliam Deborali Fulkerson Robert Fulkerson Morgan Fuller Victoria Fuller Francesca Funderburk Sarah Fuqua Jon Gabriel Justin Gagne William Galloway Alexei Galperin Claudia Gamez Valjean Rachel Gandy Alicia Garcia Rachell Garcia Johannah Garon Kimber Garrison Julia Gates Uncle Carl Krystal Gayle Frewieny Gebremeskel Selamewet Gebremeskel Jamine Georges Tahnee Gerard Stephen Gennany David Getz Gia Gibbs Lauren Gibson Asma Gilani Jarred Giles Strphanie Gill Mary Claire Gillis Carlos Gimenez Paul Golden Irasema Gonzalez Bookworm Jennifer Gordon Lindsey Gordon Jessica Gowan Kristina Grace Benjamin Grad Tiffany Grady Melissa Grammonl Jessica Graner Jhana Grant Brittany Gray Joesph Green Lakrisha Greene Nicholas Greenfield Meghan Greer Adam Greim Alexis Grier Underclassmen J ;005-2006 The Yamacraw People 59 NO PHOTO AVAILABLE Morgan Griffin Gary Grimes V ing Guan Fric Gulley Tsedeniya Hailemaskei Stephanie Hall Carlv Hallman Jennifyr Hammontree Meagan Hanes Louise Hanley Emily Hannigan William Hardage April Harris Crystal Harris Lauren Harris Martha Harris Reva Harris Christopher Harvin Charlynn Hayes Ned Heller Gabriel Henderson Shan ice Henry Liinim Henslee Rachel Hensler Jennifer Hernandez James Hess Amber Heyman-Valchanov Adam Higginbotham Bertha Hill Calen Hmrichs Megan Hodge Lydia Hot'stetter Adam Holzwarth Erik Home William Horton Ste\en Horzevvski Ratana Hou Jacob Hoyer Shu-Yuan Hu Stephanie Huffstutler Nayisha Hugh Adam Humar Arthur Ilabayev Saber Iqbal Yuiko Ishida Craig Jackson Har\'ey Jackson Marian James Sadia Jannath Akele JetTers Candice Johnson Jailyn Johnson Jordan Alex Johnson Shenae Johnson Brandy Jones Carmen Jones Underclassmen 60 People ^smfmmmmm^ The Yamacraw 2005-2006 Ch'.istopher Jones Elizabeth Jones Rachel Jones Shana Jones Taymah Jones Tiffanie Jones Sandhya Joshi-Flesher Kathleen Jost Noelle Jozefowicz Roxanna Jozefowicz Soumya Kantamneni Benoy Kazani Jennifer Keck Robert Kee Jennifer Keller Caitlin Kelly Pele Anna Kertuner Sarah Kennedy Bryan Kennicott Nadine Keris Stephanie Kemer Magda Khoury Charlotte Kilboum Jessica Kilgallon Clayton Kimbrel Julia Kincaid Ashley King Joshua Kinsey Emily Kirby Lara Kirchner Aleksey Kirillov Weston Kirk Leigh Kite Ausrine Klicius David Knorr Valarie Kobrovsky Amel Komic Kelly Korell Russell Kramer Fatbardhe Krasniqi Colin Kress Michael Krueger Katherine Kuhn Katie Kulavic Veronica Kulwicki Melusine Labbaye Maik Lachmann Melinda Lahr Amie Lane Denise Lane Walker Lane Stephanie Laubscher Amber Lawson Audrey Lazar Luciana Lazzarino Underclassmen 005-2006 The Yamacraw People 61 Underclassmen Phu-Tho Le Florian Le Foum Matthew Leazer Molly Lee Elizabeth Lee-Hev Marina Lenehuk Anna Lester Philip Levine Ailsa Lewis Jason Lewis Jessica Lewis Michael Lewter Beth Lindahl Anina Lindsay Eric Link Sherine Lobban Kevin Logan DeAri Loggins John Lombardy Rhiannon Loomis Soubahn Louangvilay Gloria Love Maya Lovelace Richard Lovett Amy Lowe Guillaume Lucq Jeffrey Lura Jane Lurie Yway Lwin Joseph Lyda Sarah Lykens Emily Macheski-Preston Rachael Maddux Wendy Madill Ashley Maehr Kenneth Magness Kayleigh Maier Halley Malison Stephanie Mallen Stephanie Malms Michael Malone Alfonzo Mantilla Lydie Marc Jonathan Marcantoni Charles Marie Alycia Marotto Elliott Martin John Martin Kandace Martin Pytor Ilych Jessica Martinez Bleshette Mason George Matter Curtis McLeod Cameron McAllister Barbara McBride 62 People The Yamacraw 2005-2006 Kira McCabe Jeremy McCall Latoya McCants Alexander McCarthy Alan McClamand Sarah McCollum Jonathan McConnell Phillip McCrary Cathryn McCrimmon Cameron McDougald Robert McGee Racquel McGhee Michael McGowan Craig McKee Lynette McKinncy Richard McWhorter Joshua Means Samantha Meaux Meagan Meekin Ember Melcher Lakshmi Menon Jordan Mertens Michael Meyer Samantha Miller Jeffanne Millien Lauren Milligan Stephanie Milligan Benjamin Fvlinor Erica Minson Sumbul Mirza Tehmina Mizra Camesha Mitchell Traci Mitchell Lynz Mitial Ashley Money Francesco Monteleone Courtney Moor Alana Moore Cliff Moore Lindsey Moore Colin Moran Jessie Morris Matthew Morris Rachel Morris William Mosley Rachel Moss William Mueller Robert Muhic Srijita Mukherjee Michael Muller Harriet Muluhya Sharese Muse Melvin Nash Jose Navarro Wessen-Cemine Neguede Brittany Nesmith Underclassmen 005-2006 The Yamacraw People 63 Thuy Nguyen The Pied Piper Kathleen Nichol Amanda Nichols Tyler Nichols Casey Nicodemus Alyssa Nielsen Antoinette Niland Jessica Nilson Nancy Nix Gwinn Nixon Cameron Northcutt Radia Nusrat Max Nystrom Ashley Obregon James Odom Maurice Oguejiofor Yoko Okubo Christina Ongor Anne Oredeko Jamie Osmanson Nicolas Outrebon Keisha Pace Christopher Page David Page Suzanne Page Daniel Pages Travis Palladino Eric Palmer Christopher Pape Cecile Parages Hubert Pare Jessica Parker Joesph Parker Kyle Parker Marvin Parkman, Jr. Zack Parris Ashley Pate Sundcep Patel Aimec Paulk Robert Pavelka Kathleen Pedro Derin Pekin Rosa Perez Shavonda Perryman Joshua Phillips Oliver Phillips Angela Phua Dons Phua Maggi Pigram Yuri Pikul Arturs Pilkevics Jorge Pinto Achary Pitts Jennifer Plant Matthew Piatt Underclassmen 64 People The Yamacraw 2005-2006 M5 riam Poirier Ricardo Pomales Clayton Pond Jessica Pond Amber Ponder Elena Ponizhaylo Lache Pool Kelly Poor Caitlyn Post Jason Potts Kayla Pulley Courtney Purvis Triinu Puvi Mark Raczynski Megan Rader Lauren Rafferty-Boyd Alllison Rains Rashonda Ravenel Carly Reed Sedele Reed Robert Reitze Rachel Renz Brandon Rhodes ApoUine Riblier Brandy Rich Donald Richard Kathleen Richards J. Richardson Elizabeth Richmann Kiera Robbins Adam Roberts Natina Roberts Sunny Rodgers Ashley Rogers Ebony Rogers Brent Rose Joushua Rosendahl David Ross James Rowe Chelcie Rovvell Terrance Rubin Anthony Rudd Alejandra Rurz Victoria Ruth Anthony Sabala Elga Sanchez Marcus Sandelowsky Janine Sander Niesha Sanders Antonio Santayana Ashlee Sapp Priscilla Scarpaci Joy Schambach Jenny Schwab Deyorma Scott Gregory Scott NO PHOTO AVAILABLE 005-2006 The Yamacraw People 65 Lauren Scanitin Micah Seehorn Sharaya Seidic Ahmad Shaedd Trevor Sheffield Carrie Shirah Jeonii-Ki Shon Shanequa Shuler Bradford Sill Devon Simons Ashia Sims Enjoli Sims-Theodore Jamie Smelley Ashley Smith Michael Smith Nuhia Smith Robert Smith Ryan Smith Sinoma Smith Jason Soby Leticia Solana Steven Sorci Udara Soysa Sarah Sparks Paul Springman Alix Stalnaker Buddy Rashida Starks Samantha Starratt Hillary Steele Brandyn Steen Darce Stelly Maurice Stephens Jason Stokes Nadia Stone John Storz Sarah Strausser Brooke Suddith Matthew Suggett Maki Sugita Jeffrey Sullivan Sarah Summerfield Kimberly Summers Mallory Summers James Sutherland Carolyn Sutton Daniel Swanick Christina Swindall Ashley Taylor Judith Taylor Ali Tecmcn Alesha Tentinger Ryan Tesnow Christie Thiem Anthony Thompson Ashley Thompson Underclassmen 66 People The Yamacraw 2005-20061 Chiis Thompson Jewel Thompson N.a'herine Thompson Lauren Thompson Lauren Thompson Mallory Thompson Deneisha Thornton Cara Tillotson Jann Tipton Julia Titova Adam Tomhn S.E. Trammell James Travers Emily Treuman Sara Trohcanto Delali Tsaku Stevie Tucker Andrew Tulowitzki Irene Turner Nicholas Turner Mouser Sean Tuttlc Nathan Tyre Jill Ulicny Harry Underwood Taylor Urbanski Maziar Vafadari Katherine Valentin Eckhardt Van Der Lindc Megan Van Doran Zachary Vanhoven Nicole Vaner Julie Vaughan Morgan Vawter Maria Vazquez Julian Vega Andrea Vinson Jonathan Visconti Tamara Voxnaes Hyde Walker Lindsey Walker Kasce Wall Emory Walton Andrea Ward Theodore Ward Powder Puff Joshua Washburn Tresa Washington Samuel Waters An'renae Watkins Megan Watson Alexander Watterson Nicholas Watterson Jonathan Weininger Katherine Weisz Roshika West Underclassmen 005-2006 The Yamacraw People 67 Anna West-Hammer Steven Whitaker Derald While Jaime White Nicholas White Ronald White Johana Whitehill Christopher Whitniire Joshua Whorton Katherine Wildenhaus Charlie Wilder Hannah Wiles Kimberly Wiley K.im Wilkerson Justin Willard Chad Williams Christopher Williams Carren Williams Henry Williams Kourtney Williams Lauretta Williams Matthew Williams Nicole Williams Robert Williams Michael Willis Erika Wilson Jennifer Wilson Michelle Wilson Arion Winfield Talia Witherspoon Kimberly Wokoinaty Alexander Wolff Andrea Wood Renee Wood Adrienne Woodall Mathew Woodruff Haitao Xu Zachary Yeager Susan Yi Hannah York Patrick Young Sonya Zafrani Christian Zavala Rachael Zellner Duo Zhou Sean Ziegler Sara Zipperer Underclassmen 68 Government The Yamacraw 2005-2006! '^'^ Leadership Clubs, Hurricane Kacrina, Student Government Cjovernment "Man is bv nature a political animal" - Aristotle l Hurricane Katrina OU Extends a Helping Hand Many Oglethoipe students spent their Labor Day weekend not relaxing at some lakeside barbecue but offering their time and hands to Angel Flight of Georgia in an attempt to relieve the plight of Hurricane Katrina's survivors. ^'-rraighout the year. Angel f", :_. .. an organization of volunteers, provides air transportation to people for medical treatment. In order to meet the heightened need after Humcane Katrina, Angel Flight partnered with the Oglethorpe community. President Larry Schall and his wife Betty Londergan led a brigade of Oglethorpe volunteers in purchasing over $50,000 worth of supplies, and Angel Flight pilots then shipped these much- needed goods to Mississippi, Alabama, and Louisiana, 'it was an amazing experience just being involved in collecting and loading supplies onto the Angel Flight planes here, let alone being invited to actually go on one of the flights and see how things were on the other end. I met people who had been pulled ; out of their houses the night before and arrived at the shelter still wet from the floodwaters," said Oglethorpe junior Rachael Maddux, who traveled with Dr. Schall on one of the flights. "That added a whole new dimension to the experience that you just can't get from passively watching a tragedy unfold on television." I 005-2006 The Yamacraw Government 69 Oglethorpe continued collect donations of goods ad money for Angel Flight to (fstribute to Katrina survivors lell past Labor Day weekend. The [diversity also offered extended ['[mission deadlines and priority ;iass placement to college students jliose education was interrupted P the hun'icane. At least 10 ;|splaced students, including bberto Gimenez, attended or le still attending Oglethorpe itil their home institutions iuld get back on their feet. Gimenez was studying at :[e University of New Orleans ihen Katrina devastated his city, fter the hurricane, Gimenez plied and was accepted to iglethorpe but could not find I way to get to Atlanta until Is. high school friend Luis pminguez, a current Oglethorpe ident, and Betty Londergan und him a seat on an Angel ight plane returning to Atlanta. Oglethoipe's partnership ith Angel Flight proved just rewarding as it was needed. any thanks to all the students, ulty, and staff who "acted as igels in the lives of others." This fall many of lethorpe's students banded gether in aiding the victims Hurricane Katrina. Once they realized the extent of the damage done, various student- run organizations mshed to help people who were displaced after the natural disaster. Service clubs and fraternities like Circle K, the Feed America Music Foundation (FAMF), and Chi Omega made a conscious efforts to raise both awareness and funds for their individual charities. Phu Tho Le, president of Circle K, said, "When I just heard what was happening with Katrina, 1 couldn't help but feel oveiAvhelmed with grief and wanted to help terribly. I didn't know how I could." However, she did help. Le, Ben Minor (President of FAMF) and Amanda Nichols (Vice-President of Service for APO) set up tables outside the cafeteria to collect donations for the American Red Cross. About $366 dollars, mostly in the fonn of change, was raised, and Lowe's then agreed to double the amount raised and contribute it to the cause themselves. Members of Chi Omega raised money for the Red Cross by holding their 5"" Annual Carnation King Pageant. Chi Omega president Miranda Atnip explained their decision, "My executive Above: AmandaNichols and Jessica Graner (APO) with a cartload of SPAM. Above Left: Ben Minor (FAMF) assists in the unloading of supplies. Far Left: Dean Dolye helps load supplies while LaiTy Schall and wife Betty pay the bill, and the entire party gathers for a group picture. board and I decided that in light of recent events donating to the Red Cross would be a great way for our chapter to be involved in the Katrina relief." At the end of the fundraiser approximately $400 dollars was raised for the cause. Competitors in the pageant paid $25 dollars to participate in evening wear, talent, swim wear, and interview portions. Despite all of the work that each individual organization put into raising funds for Hun'icane Katrina Relief each member gave credit to their supporters: Oglethoipe University's students. k 70 Government The Yamacraw 2005-2006 Oglethorpe Student Association The mission of the Oglethoipe Student Association is to enhance the Oglethoipe experience by acting as advocates for student concerns; advancing relationships between students and administrators, alumni, and the world beyond; and presenting quality programming that is both educational and entertaining. In addition to representing student concerns to the school and helping fund clubs and organizations and their events on campus, OSA uses the Student Activity Fee that all students pay to put on events of its own throughout the year including Homecoming, Dead Day's Eve, Senior Party, and Stomp the Lawn. Oglethorpe's Inter- Fraternity Council, or IFC, exists to foster cooperation and communication between the social fraternities with each other and with the school. In addition to working to organize fraternity recruitment in the Fall and Greek week in the Spring, IFC j holds regular meetings j to discuss any issues, that are important toi the Greek community,} including the scheduling ! of Fraternity social i events, maintenance of; the Fraternity houses,} and the relationship! between the school and; the Fraternities. i Interfraternity Council 2005-2006 The Yamacraw Government 7 1 Dr. Brad Smith As interviewed by Kelly Poor j Entering the twilight zone pf Hearst's third floor I was not reallv sure where to start looking for Dr Smith. Fortunately. I was following Amanda Nichols who quickly informed me to look no further than a giant cardboard chair taking up considerable space outside of Dr Smith s office door Or Smith assured me that it can withstand body weight, but I was J3 little waiy to test it out. Passing 'the corrugated throne, I entered the hffice and opened my notebook... i Why did you choose history? Was H always obviously perfect for vou? ! "Yes and no." He initially I mtended to double major in German hnd philosophy, but "history was the pne disciphne that allowed me to do iinything" in terms of literature, philosophy, and other interests. How did you end up at Oglethorpe? A friend who was hired for a one-year position at OU recommended Dr Smith to replace her With the variety of academic titles he has held, Dr Smith recalls, "I had the pleasure of sitting and interviewing for my job two years in a row." He also recalls one of his favorite early memories of Oglethorpe, and tells of how Dr McFarland used to play guitar in his office. "Maybe this will shame him into starting again." Exactly how many languages are you familiar with? "First, Gennan. 1 formerly studied Swedish, and then I also formerly studied Old Norse. And of course, once you can read one of those, you can pretty much read them all.... French, but I've lost the speaking really. Latin. I did Greek at the end of grad school. Czech. The last couple of years, Fve been working to study Hebrew." Dr Smith also tells me that eveiy nu)rning he copies a few verses out of Genesis into Hebrew, Latin, and Greek. If you could live during any time period in any place, when and where would you choose? "I really like now because I like plumbing and flush toilets. There's a lot I like about the eighteenth century, which I see as a really nice combination of earthiness and culture, very down to earth. If there's one period in history 1 can't stand, it's the nineteenth century. Victorians were such snobs." A^oit' / ask Dr Smith about his hobbies... other than trans latijig into three languages before breakfast. He tells me about his three children, ages seven, four and seven months. When Dr Smith isn 't teaching at Oglethorpe, he's tackling the task of being a dad. "The middle one is insane. We always called him comic relief baby." This may lead the more paranoid among us to question just exactly how our parents described us when we were too young to understand. . . There it is. Dr Smith translates in the early morning for fun, follows Universit}' of Michigan football, builds ship models, and enjoys spending time with his kids. You are bound to have some common subject in which to talk to him. And if you trek all the M'ay up to Hearst to sadly discover he is not there, you can always just take a bit of a rest in that ^iant cardboard chair I 72 Government The Yamacraw 2005-2006 OUTlet OUTlet is Oglethorpe University's LGBTQ organization, participating in many events throughout the year, including National Coming Out Day, AIDS Walk, and National Day of Silence. We are a social and emotional support group for gay men, lesbians, bisexuals, and those questioning their identities on our campus. We serve as an educational outreach and community service organization promoting education and equality for lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgendered people. Most of all, we are an active and positive image and voice for gays and lesbians on campus. As the old saying goes, "We're here, we're queer, and we won't disappear!" Oglethorpe students have probably seen small rainbow stickers bearing the word "Safezone" around campus, but many may not know exactly what they signify. For those who don't: "It's an attempt to make our campus a place where everybody has a voice." Safezone is a program that many college campuses have implemented for the lesbian/gay/bisexual/ transgender (LGBT) community as well as other minority students. As OU's Stephanie Phillips says, "A lot of these people are invisible on campus and can't identify other people like them easily . . . The program is basically a way to provide a visible support network on campus." Safezone is specifically meant to be a network of trained individuals who can provide crisis help and work with (and within) the administration. As Phillips says, Safezone is a way of making "our campus a place where everybody has a voice." Safe Zone 2005-2006 The Yamacraw Government 73 Alpha Chi Alpha Chi is a coeducational society whose purpose is to promote academic excellence and exemplary character among college and university students and to honor those who achieve such distinction. Its name derives from the first letters of the Greek words for truth and character. To be eligible for membership in Alpha Chi, students must be in the top 1 0% of juniors and seniors at Oglethorpe University; all majors and degree types are welcome. The Omicron Delta Kappa Society is the national leadership honor society for college students, faculty, staff, administrators, and alumni that recognizes and encourages superior scholarship, leadership, and exemplary character Membership in ODK is a mark of the highest distinction and honor Emphasis is placed on the development of the whole person, both as a member of the college community and as a contributor to a better society. Omicron Delta Kappa I 74 Sports The Yamacraw 2005-2006 Teams f Star Athletes, and Dancers Sports "For when the One Great Scorer comes to write against you name, He marks-not that you one or lost- but how you played the game " ~ Grantland Rice Men's Soccer The Stormy Petrels The Stormy Petrels Tlie Stormy Petrels The Stormy Petrels ~ The Stormy Petrels The Storm Another season has passed for Oglethorpe soccer. As quickly as the light bulbs dirn out on the scoreboard at John P. Salamone Field, the 2005 season has also come and gone for all 3 1 men's and women's soccer players. Over a span of three months, the program has seen a resurgent men's team take back its rightful place among the SCAC conference's elite, and a retooled women's team battle towards a bright future as potential conference champions. The pace seemed overwhelming the first week of the season for a men's squad returning all but one stailer from a 1 2-7 team, which placed second in the SCAC the previous year. Consecutive shutout losses on the opening weekend were a wake up call to the veteran men's side, as they would win five of their next seven games entering conference play. In conference, led by senior captains Chris Freidenstein and Mark Raczynski, defense took center stage. The Petrels won their first four conference games. Zeros would become the trademark of r nearly impenetrable Stormy Petre defense that would go on to leac the SCAC conference with sij<( shutouts. : Although the men finishec- in second for a consecutive season consistency has been established Two of the best finishes in schoo history in back to back years havf revived the program. The futun seems even greater for a tean that is only losing two players t( graduation, and has become hungr for the conference championship, j 2005-2006 The Yamacraw Sports 75 Women's Soccer The Lady Petrels -- The Ladv Petrels - The Lad\- Petrels -- The Lad\- i\>trels -- The Lad\' Petrels - The Lad\- Petrels -- The women's 2005 season was jled by a youth movement. Senior defender Kara Gleimi and junior midfielder Stephanie Chapman jvvere the only upperclassmen in la starting lineup comprised of talented first and second year J3layers. What the Lady Petrels jiacked in experience, they made up for in skill and the ability to make bther teams play according to their iggressive style. I When 2004 3rd Team j\ll-SCAC goalkeeper Ashley jVIoney went down with a season ending injury, even more freshmen were called into action and their contributions were cnicial. This was evident in Oglethoipe's climatic 2-1 overtime victoiy against Rose-Hulman, in which freshman Julie Vaughan scored a game tying goal with minutes remaining in regular time. In overtime, another newcomer, forward Janine Sander, scored the game winner. With this resounding victory, the women showed that their inexperience should not be taken lightly. The experience gained by the underclassmen and the loss of only one player to graduation ensures that a strong core of players will return for next season. Now that they are past the obstacles of inexperience and injuries, the 2006 women's team will be ready to make a push for the conference crown. All told, three months of fast paced soccer have culminated with an air of optimism for the Oglethorpe Soccer Program. 76 Sports The Yamacraw 2005-2006 Men's Basketball The Stormy Petrels The Stormy Petrels The Stormy Petrels The Storm\' Petrels The Stormy Petrels The Storm After placing fourth in the SCAC regular season last year, the best finish in eight years, the men's basketball team hoped to retain their momentum in the 2005-2006 season. Despite playing their toughest non-conference schedule in a decade, the men started strong, winning 9 of their first 13 games. Among the victories were two wins over rival Emory, which was the Petrels' first sweep of the Eagles in eight years. In addition, the men traveled to Maryville and beat the Scots, who had won 20 of their last 22 games. A highlight of the year was the Petrel's upset of SCAC contender Southwestern. Moreover, about half the men's contests were decided in seven points or less, which demonstrates the competitive nature of the team. The Petrels are the smallest team in the conference and play with a four-guard line-up; they lead the SCAC in turnovers forced, steals, and turnover margin. A strong finish in the regular season will solidify the Petrel's presence in the SCAC Tournament, where the men have the potential to play with any opponents they face. Anchoring the men's team i this season were senior Josh Burr ' and junior Eric Dickinson. Burr became the SCAC all-time leader for three point field goals made half way through the season and should sufficiently surpass the previous record by the end of the year; Dickinson has used his experience to exceed his numbers from last season and will finish as the league's leading scorer. 2005-2006 The Yamacraw Sports 77 ml ^^ \ '^ ; Women's Basketball The Lady Petrels -- The Lady Petrels - The Lad\- Petrels -- The Lad\' Petrels -- The Lad\' Petrels -- The Lady Petrels [ The women's basketball jeam, coming off a disappointing 1)4-05 season because of injuries, itarted the 2005-2006 season looking to do one thing: win. Win ivas exactly what the Petrels did. In |ust his second year as head coach, lion Sattele guided the women jo victories in 12 of their first 13 jontests, matching by midseason jhe previous record of total wins !a a season. Noteworthy victories include wins over Bridgewater, [imory, Maryville, Rhodes, and liCAC powerhouse Trinity. For their hard work, in midseason the Petrels were recognized with their first Division III national ranking. The women advanced on the D3hoops.com Top 25 as far as 22"'' and continued to receive votes for the remainder of the year. The Petrels also broke onto the USA Today ESPN Division III Coaches' Poll, in addition to placing as high as second in the NCAA Regional Rankings for the South Region, giving the young team hopes for an NCAA Tournament bid. The Petrels' returning leadership and added depth have allowed the women to play an up-tempo, heavy pressure game that has kept opponents on the run, literally. With several injuries to upperclassmen, the Petrels have relied on newcomers to step up. Katie Kulavic has had a breakout freshmen year, pacing Oglethorpe offensively and garnering SCAC Player-of-the-Week honors three times so far. She will no doubt be a strong contender for Rookie-of- the-Year. 78 Sports The Yamacraw 2005-2006 Men's Tennis The Stormv Petrels -- The Stormy Petrels -- The Stormy Petrels - The Stormy Petrels -- The Stormy Petrels - The Storm The Oglethoipe Stonny Petrels look to be improved for the 2006 Season. The addition of Sophomore Eckhardt VanderLinde has softened the loss of Daniel Close, a 2005 ALL-Conference Player due to graduation. He will be pushed by Jr. Drue Malone, Honorable Mention All -Conference in 2005, for the top of the line-up. Drue has worked hard to improve his all around game. He is working hard on his speed and conditioning, which will enable him to get to the ball early enough to hit his big shots. Junior John Esterline returns as a two-year starter in the top half of the line-up and will fight to challenge Drue and Eckhardt for the top spot. His serve has improved as well as his groundstrokes. His good hands give him an advantage at the net. Sophomore Derin Pekin returns after a solid freshman year. He combines finesse with power making him tough to beat. Freshman Gabe Henderson has cracked the starting line-up after the Fall season and gives us added depth. He looks to improve and get stronger throughout the season. Sophomore Brick Faucett was the most improved player on last year's team. With that experience under his belt, he should be solid at the end of the line-up. Freshmen Ricky Pomales, Carlos Carthen, and Senior Chris Pape, have all shown improvement after the Fall Season giving us quality depth. Any of them could step up and break into the top six. We have had a great start going 4-1 losing only to highly ranked Piedmont College 3-4. We have a tougher schedule in 2006 despite which we look to improve on our 13-9, 8th place conference finish from 2005. "This is my strongest team to date" according to Coach Howell. "We could finish in the top 5 of the conference." !005-2006 The Yamacraw Sports 79 Women's Tennis iThe Lady Petrels -- The Lady Petrels - The Lady Petrels -- The Lady Petrels - The Lady Petrels - The Lady Petrels The Women's Tennis Team j'ill have a rebuilding year ahead. [)ue to the loss of Tiffany Williams b graduation, and Sarah Lykens nd Maggie Khoury to the Studies jibroad Program, we will be faced I'ith replacing these valuable ilayers. Jr. Co- Captain Antoinette liland returns for the 3rd year to ;ad this young, inexperienced |;am. She was Honorable Mention Ul-Conference each of the last two ears. Her consistency and finesse pake her a tough competitor. Sophomore Katie Kuhn, will pllow her in the line-up. Katie he is willing to do whatever it ikes to keep the point alive, even if it takes 3 hours! Sophomore Ashley Cooper returns with good volleys, and improved footwork. She will anchor the doubles line-up at #3 with newcomer Jessica Fugett. Sr. Co- Captain Sara Ziperer will be asked to move up from #6 and play #4 and will rise to the challenge as she has worked out all summer. She has much more pace on the ball this season to go with her quick feet. Freshman Jamie Dillon joined the team as a way to stay in shape after her successfiil soccer season, and we are glad she did! Using her exceptional feet, she has improved tremendously and will only get better as the season progresses. Sr. Jessica Fugette is new to the team and will give us great efforts at the #6 position. Sophomore Mallory Summers is also new to the team and is improving and see some action this season. Although this team lacks experience, they will fight hard and improve as the season progresses. They have great leadership with Antoinette and Sara. We hope to match last year's 11-6 record and improve on our 10th place finish in the conference. Thus far, we are a surprising 2-0 in the early Spring Season. 80 Sports The Yamacraw 2005-2006 i Men^s Golf The Stormy Petrels -- The Stormy Petrels - The Stormy Petrels -- The Stormy Petrels - The Stormy Petrels -- The Storir The men's golf team began its fall season like it ended play last spring, when it finished seventh at the 2005 NCAA Championships last May. The Stormy Petrels placed second in the Tom O'Briant Memorial held at the Cardinal Country Club in Greensboro, NC. Senior Joe Green took second individually and freshman Joseph Lyda finished fourth overall. The Petrels competed in the Greensboro College Fall Invitational and the Gordin Collegiate Classic and finished fifth and fourth, respectively. Joe Green again took second in the Gordin Classic. The men concluded their fall season with a first place victory at the Jack Shadwick Invitational held at Cross Creek Plantation in Seneca, SC. The Petrels combined to shoot 300 and gained the advantage on the 18 team field, including national powerhouse Methodist College. Sophomores Matt Suggett and Taylor Urbanski tied for second after both lost in a playoff. At the end of the fall season, the NCAA Division III Golfstat power rankings ranked the Petrels fourth nationally. The Golfi Coaches Association of Americai coaches poll ranked Oglethorpe even higher at third place. They had a record of 223-6 in their fouri fall competitions. The men were 9-2 versus the top 25 teams in the nation that they went head to head against in the fall. Moreover, the Petrels' 297.38 scoring average was third best in the South region and 12* best nationally. '005-2006 The Yamacraw Sports 8 1 Women's Golf |Tie Lady Petrels The Lady Petrels The Ladv Petrels The Ladv Petrels The Lady Petrels The Lady Petrels After finishing the 2005 aring season strong, the women's If team continued its improved pay this fall. They won their first t|amament in school history at the [jmtre College Fall Invitational. Oi their way to first place, the 'lormy Petrels combined to shoot 4 5 and broke the previous school rpord in tournament play by an Eiiazing 28 strokes. Freshman Eige McCoUum broke a school tpord with her low round of 78. j The team followed with tjo more consecutive first place finishes. At Sewancc, sophomore Julia Gates won her first collegiate toumainent and all five team members were placed on the All Tournament Team. The Stomiy Petrels placed sixth at the Ben^ College/Stonebridge Invitational, which was the best finish in the three years the team has been attending the event. The team also had three players finish in the top 25 individually. Moreover, the women took fifth place at the NCAA Fall Preview, a feat which moved the women up to 2L' in Golfstat rankings, which is the highest rank in team history. The women's team is young but talented, consisting of four sophomores and three freshmen. Despite their youth, the players have shown great mattirity. In fact, after the fall season the team was ranked eighth in Freshmen Class Impact by Golfstat. In the spring, the women will look to further improve their game, and Oglethoipe will cap off the year when they host the NCAA Division III National Golf Championships. ^ 82 Sports The Yamacraw 2005-2006; Baseball The Stormv Petrels - The Stormy Petrels ~ The Stormy Petrels -- The Stormy Petrels - The Stormy Petrels - The Storm The 2006 baseball team looks to be stronger this season with the combination of experienced returners and talented new recruits. In 2005, though the Petrels did not qualify to go to the SCAC Tournament, they did finish second in the league for least batters stmck out per game and, among conference-only game statistics, were fourth in RBIs per game. The Petrels graduated Brad Sims, who was named a 2005 AU-SCAC Third Baseman and was third in the SCAC last season with eight home runs. Sophomore Tim Ernst was also a member of the 2005 AU-SCAC Outfield and led the SCAC in batting average (.464), on base percentage (.565) and was second in stolen bases (19). Returning guidance and new support should enable the Petrels to continue to develop their game. After the loss of three seniors from the 2005 squad, Oglethoipe will return three seniors, seven juniors, and three sophomores from last year's team. Second- year head coach, Dan Giordano, has added nine talented additions to the developing program which should give the Petrels greater depth in 2006. This season, Ronnie Deck also begins his first year as Assistant Coach and will serve as the Recruiting Coordinator for the Petrels as well. After last season's hiatus, the Petrels will work hard to make the most of their talents and perhaps return to the SCAC Tournament in 2006. 1:005-2006 The Yamacraw Sports 83 The Stormy Petrels - The Stormy Petrels - The Stormy Petrels - The Stormy Petrels - The Stormy Petrels ~ The Storm The 2005 volleyball team I continued to develop its program, I returning six players and adding I four new freshmen. The young Petrels had a growing season, with seven members first years I or sophomores. Despite their ! youth, the Petrels opened up I their year with a 3-1 win over Agnes Scott and played a season of hard-fought matches against formidable competition. In recent years, the women have struggled in conference play, finishing in tenth place the last two seasons. Nevertheless, in 2005 the Petrels were second in digs per game (18.83) in these AC. Part of their success was Junior Katie Kelly, who also finished the year second in the SCAC for digs per game (5.48). Kelly cun-ently leads Oglethoipe's career records for digs per game (4.12), is third in kills per game (2.75), and fifth in service aces per game (.46). Sophomore Jessica Anderson lead the league in digs per game (6.21) and freshman Sharaya Seidel finished sixth in assists per game (7.15). Lone senior Tiffany Williams completed her fourth season for the Petrels and is presently fifth in the school's career record for blocks per game (.399). Dan Giordano completed his third season as head coach of the Petrels. To add greater support to the team, he also obtained the help of Danielle Nonnan, who served her first season as Assistant Head Coach. The Petrels had a growing season, but the future is bright. J 111 WMJ^I^. 84 Sports The Yamacraw 2005-2006 Cross Country and Track & Field The Stormy Petrels The Stormy Petrels The Stormy Petrels The Stormv Petrels -- The Stormy Petrels The Storm The Fall 2005 Cross Country teams had three seniors, Jon Gabriel, Joel Alzola, and Thadd Kennedy. The remaining members of the squads have the opportunity to return for future competition: Steve Horzeski, Travis Belton, Matt Moms, Brent Rose, Phillip Crews, Ryan Fulgham, Chris Williams, and Gonzalo Yahuitl for the men and Gillian Brady, Newal Basha, Erin Barcroft, Lydia Diamantis, Deborah Lubbc, Brandy Rich and Christie Thiem for the women. The season began in Tennessee at the University of the South Invitational and included meets at Mercer and Toccoa Falls, as well as three meets in Atlanta. The teams finished a re-building year at the SCAC Championships at the Hendrix College course in Conway, Arkansas. The Spring 2006 Track & Field Season has barely gotten underway as the Yamacraw goes to press. Both the men and women won the first meet of the season on a dreary, cold, and rainy Saturday. The men beat Queens University of Charlotte, West Georgia and Chattahoochee Tech. The women won as well, more than doubling the point total of their nearest competitor. The women's squad consists of Andrea Vinson, Gillian Brady, Newal Basha, Lynette McKinney, LaToya McCants, Heather Bullard, Wendy Madill, Lindsey Callaway, Cierra Berry and Hannah York. The men's squad consists of Jon Gabriel, Jon Carter, Joel Alzola, Thadd Kennedy, Elijah Green, Justin Willard, Nana Bekoe, Pete Martin, Kyle Taylor, Jose Navarro, Kyle Parker, Michael Muller and Arthur Pilkevich. >005-2006 The Yamacraw Sports 85 Josh Burr Senior Male Athlete Exclusive ; Josh Bun- is a senior guard for I the men's basketball team from I Fayette County High School. He is majoring in Business I Administration and minoring in economics. Why did you choose to play for OU? I transfened here my freshman year. It was closer to home and my parents could come see the games. I knew it was a great school, so it would help my career too. One of the big things was just the type of guys that were here on the team. Do you have any personal goals for the season? Yes, to win a conference championship, just because I've been so close, and it would also lead to an appearance in the NCAA tournament. I'd also like to have my best season record- wise and then tiy to be a better player overall. What is the best thing about being a student-athlete at Oglethorpe? Worst thing? The worst is trying to find a way to juggle academics and athletics, because it is tough. The best is probably that you have a bunch of people who just play because they want to since we don't receive any scholarships, and you also establish really close relationships with your teammates. What's one memory or game you'll never forget? Probably the buzzer beater I made against RJiodes my sophomore year, and probably playing in the conference finals my sophomore year. What are you hobbies/interests? What do you like to do most in your spare time? Videogames... 1 love music, downloading music or listening to music... Just doing stuff to my car. I like my car a lot. Plans after graduation? My plans are to be an athletic director or work in sports administration at some level. If you could do anything, what would it be? Own an NBA team. Favorite tv show? Probably Saved by the Bell. It always has been. Nothing's really taken its place. Either that or BET's Comic View. Do you have any advice for freshmen or newcomers to OU? Try to absorb as much as you can form here because it's so diverse. T17 to be involved as much as you can, and tiy to make as many contacts as you can, because that really is how most people get their jobs. 86 Sports The Yamacraw 2005-2006 Infinite In 2005-2006, Oglethorpe's athletic department reaped the first benefits from a long- terni partnership with Infinite Sports Perfomiance (ISP) that began last March. Infinite Sports Perfonnance brought to Oglethorpe athletics its expertise in training athletes to become stronger, faster, and smarter. The company was founded in 2003 by Melvin Williams Jr. to give athletes and teams the extra-edge through personalized programs. With stronger, more conditioned athletes and facility improvements, both part of the agreement with Infinite, it is hoped that teams will reach the next competitive level. The attraction of such a partnership was the benefits Oglethorpe and Infinite each stood to gain. Infinite's strength and conditioning services and high-end equipment were just the ticket for Oglethorpe's Athletic Department. Infinite, on the other hand, acquires not only space to work out their clients, but also a great location in a thriving metropolis from which to do business. To date, ISP has supplied new Freemotion weight training equipment in Schmidt, finished the new high performance rehabilitation/training room, including state-of-the-art equipment, and provided hydrotherapy equipment for the new wet room. Aside from the agreement, ISP has generously chosen to bestow new backboards, nets, basketballs, rims and volleyball gear for Coaches Giordano, Sattele and Ponder's programs. With ISP's help, it is hoped part of the future will be more competitive teams. Infinite is training OU athletes for success. "As far as goals are concerned, my goal for OU athletics is simple, the best Division III athletic program in the region and soon the country," stated Williams. He continued, "We believe that there is no opportunity greater than the one before you each day. Each day, in athletics, you have to move towards perfection and dominance. If you do not make evei7 effort to succeed, you will fail at the hands of a more prepared foe. As we speak, the majority of OU's athletes have taken to that philosophy wholeheartedly." Athletic Director Jay Gardiner commented, "It's hard to find a partnership that truly is a win-win, but I think we've found it with our partnership with Infinite." Overall, Infinite and Oglethorpe have found a mutually beneficial relationship that has no tangible disadvantages to either partner. Infinite is feeling comfortable in its new home at Oglethorpe, and is already fulfilling its goal to "make a difference." J005-2006 The Yamacraw Sports 87 HP?"^W ^Bfew^'I^M -^^^- ^^ ^ 1 ^ I; \ ^^^^^ *' k Courtney Roberts is a senior forward for the women's soccer team from Shiloii High School. She is majoring in communications and minoring in business. Why did you choose to play for OU? I wanted to go to a small school in the state of Georgia, and I wanted to do public relations. I Courtney Roberts Senior Female Athlete Exclusive knew that here I could get a good chance at getting internships, and I knew 1 could take classes at other schools if 1 needed to, and I knew 1 could play soccer here. Do you have any personal goals for the season? Being a senior, 1 want to really leave everything out there. 1 want to look back on my four years knowing that I played well and be proud. Last season, 1 basically played injured all season, so this season 1 want to leave on a high note and make up for last year. What is the best thing about being a student athlete at Oglethorpe? The best thing is that you get to have the student life but also a sports life too. You get to be a collegiate athlete, you get to say you are a collegiate athlete, and you get to travel on the school's dime. You get to have a different collegiate life that I wouldn't trade. When you were young, what did you want to be? Well, actually I've wanted to do public relations ever since I was in the 8"' grade. I'm one of the weird kids who have always known what they wanted to do. When 1 was really little, 1 think I wanted to be a teacher or an interior decorator. If you could travel anywhere, where would you go? 1 want to live in Australia sometime, even if it's for just a couple months. That's my dream destination. Do you have any advice for newcomers to OU? Get involved. As much as it stinks to have the "bubble," enjoy it while you can. Take advantage of the school and Atlanta. 1 can't believe I'm a senior right now. I don't want to be an adult; it's gone by so fast. 88 Sports The Yamacraw 2005-20061 Khayos Khayos, formerly known as the Urban Dance Steppers, has played an active and integral part in the development of student spirit at Oglethopre since its conception in 2003. It was fomied with the idea of creating a dance team with more cultural and rhythmic flavor in its performances. The group perfonns at various functions throughout the school year including volleyball and basketball games. Homecoming, and Stomp the Lawn. They also provide a large amount of support for the Athletic Department and can be seen cheering on our teams from the stands. !*>, ? -^ I The OU Dancers, which has been in existence in its current fonn since 1998, has always taken pride in representing the best that OU has to offer. The dancers are well rounded students who share a strong dedication to success and a love of dance. In addition to dancing at basketball games, again this year the team was honored to represent Oglethorpe in the USA Collegiate National Competition in Las Vegas. The Dancers fundraised over $3000 and spent over 4 months preparing a place- winning routine which was also performed for the Homecoming Game. The team this year was comprised of the "elite six": Jessi Sammons (Captain), Nikki Parker, Emily Treuman, Brittany Gray, Jessica Anderson, and Kelly Moran; with Coach Lauren Montagno and Advisor Charlie Baube leading the team to victory for the 8th year in a row." OU Dancers i2005-2006 The Yamacraw Sports 89 The OU cheerleaders are a group of young ladies who coUectivley have and show school spirit. They provide spirit at all home games and at school related functions. It is their sole purpose to pump up the team players for men and women basketball. The the executive chain of the cheerleaders consist of : coach, team mangers, captain and co-captain. This year's squad is wonderful and has laid the foundation for next year's squad. Go PETRELS ! Dorough Delinquents Duke has the Cameron Crazies, Oglethorpe has the Dorough Delinquents. Named after the Dorough Field House, the Delinquents have taken the campus by stonn. This insane group of students dress in their basketball best and heckle the opposing teams. Some of the best outfits include 70's Man, The Patrol Guard, Little Man in a Rowel, Aloha Man and of course Mr. USA waving his huge American Flag. So grab your Sunday best, put some holes in it, paint you face and head on over to cheer on your Petrels. Cheerleaders ^^mms^mmaw 90 Living The Yamacraw 2005-2006 Homecoming, Greeks, Scnoirs, Clubs, and Dead Day Living "We make a living by what we get, we make a life by what we give." -' Sir Winston Churchill Homecoming "A Red Carpet Affair" In the days leading up to Homecoming 2006, the Oglethorpe community was abuzz with anticipation. Girls chatted about how to do their hair, what dress to wear to the dance, and whether they should hope for a date or just plan to go stag. We're not sure exactly what the guys were talking about. Maybe basketball-after all, it is the sport that occasions such a gala. But above all, Oglethorpe students were talking about the venue for this year's event the High Museum of Art in midtown Atlanta. Holding the dance at the High was a last minute decision by Programming Board, but it was obviously the right one. Oglethorpe has typically held its fonnals in less prestigious settings, and the announcement of the High immediately caught everyone's attention. Students who usually attend and enjoy the vent were even more excited by the High, and Top: Rachael Maddux poses with Andy Warhol's Marilyns. Above; Cliff Moore and Alexandra take command of the dance floor. Above Right: Amanda Nichols, Kelly Poor, and Helena Adams review the night's revelries. for those who were undecided oni attending, the venue itself became the deciding factor. Junior Kelly Poor insisted, "It's the only reason I'm going." The "classy" factor wasn't, the only draw of the location.' Tickets to the event allowed students a free viewing of the modem art exhibit during the first hour of the event, and many students went for the sole purpose of viewing the gallery. Definitely not your typical motivation for attending a school dance- but hey, it's Oglethorpe! ^005-2006 The Yamacraw Living 91 In addition to the fancy environs, many students agreed that the food was excellent. Selection was limited to a few varieties of gounnet sandwiches and some desserts, but who knew that roast beef and green tomato went so good together? A cash bar also provided many "of age" students with the fuel for their loose-hipped dance f^oor moves all night. A pleasant surprise in the evening was the attendance of University President Dr. Lany Schall. During the hour or two he stayed at the High, Dr. Schall mingled with the students, conversing with them in that easy and amiable way that has so endeared him to the student population of Oglethoipe. At the end of the evening, Dean Doyle took the microphone to host the presentation of the Homecoming Court and the Senior Walk. The court of 32 nominees was naiTowed down to 10 finalists before the winners were announced. Junior Sean Freeman was crowned Lord Oglethorpe, and Senior Christiana Johnson was awarded Lady Oglethorpe. Both were the nominated representatives from Khayos, Oglethorpe's step team. As the newly-crowned couple danced, the Seniors lined up for their big moment. This tradition parades each senior across the floor in front of the gathered assemblage, and as usual, this year's walk revealed the diverse personalities of the senior class as each senior in turn swaggered, shuffled, or stumbled across the dance floor. For such an annually-hyped event, especially this year with the added draw of the location, Oglethorpe's 2006 Homecoming was definitely "A Red Carpet Affair" to remember. Top Left:: Amanda Nichols and Bisell McWilliams pause for a picture en route to the dance. Top Middle: Rachael Maddux and Miriam Brown mug for the camera as Dr Schall looks away in amusement. Top Right: Lord and Lady Oglethorpe, Sean Freeman and Christiana Johnson. Above Left: Kelly Poor delights in the wonderful foods offerecf. Above: Laura Callender dances the night away. 92 Living '"'^^'"^^^BBK The Yamacraw 2005-2006 Miss Yamacraw A Tradition Reborn A decade of tradition has returned to Ogletliorpe after a fifteen year absence. The Yamacraw hosted the Miss Yamacraw Pageant in Lupton Auditorium on December 1. This pageant was an annual tradition from 1981 to 1987. In 2005, the pageant made an elegant reappearance. "The first run of the Miss Yamacraw Pageant was successful for the better part of a decade, and considering the success in recent years of Chi Omega's Carnation King and of the spring Drag Show, we recognized that pageantry is a viable attraction on this campus and that a traditional pageant for women was nowhere to be found," Left: Miss Yamacraw, Senior Krystal Evans. said Bisell McWilliams, senior and editor-in-chief of the yearbook. The first pageant, held in 1981, was hosted by local radio celebrity Steve McCoy and Gwen Chambers of the Fashion Institute of Atlanta. There were two runners- up, and Sheila Marx was crowned the first Miss Yamacraw. While in existence, the pageant thrived as an arena in which female students could demonstrate their talents. "Talents seen during the talent portion have included performances of Bette Midler songs and Tennessee Williams monologues and have ranged in uniqueness from crocheting to clothing design as displayed in a mini-fashion show during the contestant's time on stage," McWilliams said. McWilliams discovered the past Miss Yamacraw Pageant last year, but time constraints and pressing deadlines prevented him from re-instituting it. Yamacraw staff member Amie Lane, a freshman, also unearthed records of the pageant while looking through old yearbooks and decided to help get it started. Soon, McWilliams and Lane found other support. 005-2006 The Yamacraw Living 93 "We did a little poll id found great enthusiasm for e idea," McWilliams said. A panel of four judges ;cided the outcome of the pageant, nelle Smith of Student Affairs id Nurse Cathy Grote, as well as glethoipe professors James Bohart id Mario Chandler, comprised the metrating but personable panel. The Yamacraw planned the igeant as a fundraiser. "Tradition ;ing such a powerful force at glethorpe, we decided first to ok back to past years to see what "evious yearbook staffs had done raise money," McWilliams said. The pageant serves another inction as well - allowing udents to show their talents and "oups to show off their members. Kristy Evans, crowned Miss macraw 2005, certainly embraced the idea of representation. She spoke wamily of Alpha Phi Omega, which she represented during the pageant. "APO sometimes gets a bad rap for the fraternity part of 'service fraternity." But we're such good friends because we share a deep dedication to helping people." She also "shone as an individual" during the pageant and not just because of her iridescent gown. The interview in particular revealed her thoughtful and deep- seated interest in awareness of global issues. She said, "Many countries are self-interested, and the U.S. is hardly an exception, but aiding the often ignored parts of the world, especially Africa, could be beneficial to stronger regions by evcntualK building economic relationships." Kj'isty, who is a senior this year, plans to enter UGA's graduate program in mass communications with a concentration in advertising next year. Evidently pageantry is only one facet of her talent for articulation and connection. Let us all hope that the Miss Yamacraw Pageant is here to stay for at least another fifteen years! Above: Krystal Evans recieving her crown from volunteer Kionne August. Above Left: Judges James Bohart. Mario Chandler, Janelle Smith, and Cathy Grote. Left: Contestants Krystal Evans (Alpha Phi Omega), Catherine Barson (Tau Iota Tau), Brandy Rich (Chi Omega), and Marian James (Sigma Sigma Sigma). 94 Living The Yamacraw 2005-2006 Kappa Alpha The Kappa Alpha Order was founded on December 2 1 , 1865 at what is now Washington and Lee University. The mission of KA is to create a lifetime experience, which centers on reverence to God, duty, honor, character, and gentlemanly conduct as inspired by Robert E. Lee, our spiritual founder. Parties have ranged in theme from "Apocalypse Now" to Mardi Gras. KA is an active participant in Greek Week and in the Interfratemity Council. The Sigma Alpha Epsilon Fraternity is a leader in the social development of college men. Our values have been embraced by more than 280,000 men since our founding in 1856, making Sigma Alpha Epsilon the largest social fraternity in North America. The mission of Sigma Alpha Epsilon is to promote the highest standards of friendship, scholarship and service for its members based upon the ideals set forth by the Founders and as specifically enunciated in its creed, "The True Gentleman." Every year, the Georgia Eta chapter of Sigma Alpha Epsilon creates and works a haunted house for visiting children, as well as putting on numerous social events throughout the year for the enjoyment of both its members and the Oglethorpe community. Sigma Alpha Epsilon 5005-2006 The Yamacraw Living 95 The Alpha Nu chapter of the DeUa Sigma Phi Fraternity was originally founded in 1835 in Milledgeville. GA, and after both the Civil War and World War I the chapter was reinstated at Oglethorpe. Today, as we enter this new century, we at Alpha Nu are proud to carry the torch handed down by the brothers who came before us. Delta Sigma Phi is continuing to grow, and currently boasts a membership that is involved on campus and in the community. More importantly, the ideals of Delta Sigma Phi are alive in the hearts of every one of our brothers. Almost eighty years ago, a group of men with foresight and courage established the Alpha Nu chapter of the Delta Sigma Phi Fraternity at Oglethorpe University. Today, we follow in their footsteps, "that the world may ever be convinced of the sincerity of our purpose." Chi Phi The Chi Phi Fraternity is a values-based organization founded on the basis of Truth, Honor & Personal Integrity. These are timeless values which guide the fundamental purposes of the Fraternity. Today, our crest and their badge are public symbols for the brothers of Chi Phi, symbols that are instantly recognizable to members, but still appropriately obscure to outsiders. They communicate our proud history without overt bragging. Covert symbols and deeply rooted fundementals of virtue and truth, honor and integrity, bind us together in a brotherhood that is strong and timeless. Delta Sigma Phi 96 Living The Yamacraw 2005-2006 Order of Omega The Order of Omega was founded at the University of Miami in the fall of 1959 by a group of outstanding fraternity men, who felt that individuals in the Greek community should be recognized for their service to the fraternity system and the University. The Chapter of Miami had long desired for their organization to expand to other colleges and universities. The Chapter gave its sanction to Dean Patrick W. Halloran to make initial inquiries and to further grant charters to universities that were accredited and interested in the purpose of The Order of Omega. On February 9, 1967, a Chapter was chartered at the University of Southern Mississippi. There are now over three hundred chapters 111 the United States with approximately ten additional campuses that are petitioning the national. The constitution was approved by the Organizations Committee on April 14, 1 959, the recognized founding date. The Order of Omega voted to become a co-ed organization in the spring of 1977. Alpha Sigma Tau is about people. It's about the sisters that are connected as friends for generations. Alpha Sigma Tau is about sharing things important to us. It's about sharing our sisterhood with others. It's about being proud of what we believe in as sisters. Alpha Sigma Tau is about commitment. It's about pledging our efforts to our communities to make them better places and our energies to our futures. It's about committing ourselves to each other and the ideals of Alpha Sigma Tau. Facing life's challenges and working together as sisters, we learn to develop, in each other, strengths and positive values. We share with each other cultural advantages, and use new and emerging technologies to keep our members educated and poised for success. Fostering lasting friendships, a key means of support among collegiate women, has been the goal of Alpha Sigma Tau from its founding. But we enjoy a deeper sense of friendship through our common bonds of sisterhood. Alpha Sigma Tau is friendship for a lifetime and everlasting sisterhood! Alpha Sigma Tau :005-2006 The Yamacraw Living 97 Sigma Sigma Sigma Sigma Sigma Sigma is a national women's sorority with 90,000 members. We host chapters on 107 college campuses. We believe, as our National President stated, that 'Tri Sigma is friendship. We value the lifelong connection that we have with one another. Tri Sigma is strong womanly character. We value that we challenge one another to be the best she can be. Tri Sigma is high ethical standards. We value honesty and integrity as a way of day-to-day living." The vision of Sigma Sigma Sigma will have a strong and vibrant future that will ensure a positive and enriching sorority experience for our members; including: partnership with the Foundation, fiscal strength, character growth, alumnae involvement, and nationally recognized programming. Epsilon Theta strives to live up to the standards of our organization and to strengthen our bonds of sisterhood. To value the talents of women... to encourage them in realizing their greatest potential. These are the principles upon which Chi Omega was founded in 1895 at the University of Arkansas. Now, over a century later, these founding principles are just as relevant. Chi Omega Fraternity was founded at a time when women were just becoming visible on our nation's university campuses. These early collegiate women were destined not only to manage home and family they would establish a foothold as leaders in the community and the business world. Today, Chi Omega is the largest women's fraternal organization in the world with 300,000 initiates and 169 collegiate chapters. Since its beginning, Chi Omega has nurtured its members by providing them with unique opportunities in leadership, in scholarship, and in life-long friendship. Ours is a distinguished histoi7...and our most vital role has been the preparation of young women to achieve their highest possible aspirations. Chi Omega 98 Living The Yamacraw 2005-2006 Alpha Phi Omega! Circle K International is a world- wide organization that provides college students with opportunities to serve their communities, gain leadership skills, and socialize with other college students. Circle K has existed on the Oglethoipe campus at many points in the past. After a hiatus, Oglethorpe Circle K started again several years ago after a determined group of students brought this organization into existence at Oglethorpe once again. It is now a strong organization of students who want to help the Atlanta community. Oglethorpe Circle K exists primarily to help students find places to volunteer in the Atlanta community. A few of the activities include playing with and teaching children at places such as the Brookhaven Boys and Girls Club, preparing food at the Atlanta Community Food Bank and Project Open Hand, and stocking the thrift store of the St. Vincent de Paul Society. Additionally, Circle K is a great place for Oglethorpe students to meet and gives Oglethorpe students the chance to meet other college students through inter-clubbing. Circle K Alpha Phi Omega is a National Co- ed Leadership and Ser- vice Organization based on the Scout Oath and Law. The Oglethorpe Chapter, Mu Mu, began at Oglethorpe Univer- sity in February 1958 and was re-chartered in 1976. Since then, we've been one of the largest organizations dedicated to serving the school, the community, the nation, I and our organization. An all-inclusive colle- giate fraternity. Alpha Phi Omega is com- mitted to being the foremost student-run i organization in devel- oping lifelong leaders, instilling lasting friend- i ships, and fostering i a lifetime of service to all people. We do over 40 projects every j semester, and have accu- mulated an average of : over 1 000 hours a year. Some of our major projects include: Trick or Treat in Traer, j Red Cross, American i Cancer Society, Lyn- j wood Park mentoring, ushering around campus. Trees Atlanta. Good- will, and much more. 305-2006 The Yamacraw Living 99 Feed America Music Foundation Feed America Music Foundation is a non- profit organization dedicated to helping raise money to supply grants to homeless shelters so they can keep offering their service to those who need it. FAMF raises money by compiling songs of lesser-known bands and musicians onto cds and hosting shows and concerts that give a variety of artists an opportunity to show off their music to a greater audience. Ultimately. Feed America Music Foundation hopes to raise people's awareness about the growing problem of homelessness, help supply funding to those who are trying to help homeless people, get a variety of lesser- known music out to more people, and support both the arts and community service by taking a role in both. Ujamaa aims to enrich the awareness of black cultures at Oglethorpe University and the Metro-Atlanta area. We recognize both the need for unity among black students and a strong relationship among all undergraduates. Furthemiore, we pledge to be active productive members of the global community by participating in philanthropy, political activism, social events, lectures/guest speakers, creation/distribution of publications, etc. for the benefit and promotion of the African Diaspora. Moreover, we strive to promote diversity, appreciation, integrity, development, and community interaction between blacks and students of all ethnicities and backgrounds. Ujamaa 100 Living The Yamacraw 2005-20061 Chess Club The Chess Club strives to allow and encourage the playing of chess and provide those interested with the necessary materials to do so. Furthennore, we intend to enlighten the Oglethorpe community through chess. Remember, mating is fun. ...at least in chess it is!! Core Karate is a structured Martial Arts curriculum with the goal of giving students the strongest foundation of knowledge and experience in American Freestyle Karate, as well as other similar disciplines, available outside of a fonnal school. We also host fitness and self-defense classes all on the OU campus. Karate Club >005-2006 The Yamacraw Living 10 Dead Day Dead Day. The one day nost students anxiously await nd yet somehow dread. It is the :ay in which there are no more lasses to attend and yet (perhaps nfortunately), tells you that finals re just around the comer. So, lost students try to deny the day's xistence by going to a blow-out arty the night before the Dead )ay's Eve Party. The party this year was held t the Leopard Lounge, a nightclub Dcated in Midtown. It ended up eing a very cool place to entertain moderately sized group of college ids because it offered a nice variety f rooms to hang around and dance 1. About 200 Petrel students ttended the soiree, and it seemed lat most of them enjoyed the party. On actual Dead Day, the ;ality that finals are definitely n their way set in, and the mad aper writing and intense studying egan. The Academic Quad lay lostly desolate as many students 3und their way to the nearest study 3om or cubby hole in the library, r decided to fonn their own little study tents in their dorm rooms. The only thing that kept all of the stress-laden students from falling into the abyss was the fact that the semi-annual Eggs-AM Breakfast happened that night. The Eggs-AM Breakfast included the famous kick-$#@ hash browns made by Dr. John Nardo and Dr. Cassandra Copeland. Oglethorpe President Dr. Schall, Director of Alumni Relations Barbara Heni7, and Professor of English Dr. Weiss also helped out with the food line. The breakfast gives a chance for students to talk to their peers and professors about any upcoming finals. It was also a good time to have a pajama contest, which went very well with Dean Doyle as the host. 102 Living The Yamacraw 2005-2006; Oglethorpe Seniors Another year gone by "Through its curriculum and general atmosphere, Oglethorpe has encouraged open-mindedness, an attribute I find to be indispensable in all pursuits. 1 simply hope that it is one that I will continue to foster independently after leaving the university." -Amanda Wheat "Oglethorpe has been a great experience for me. I love the faculty and the Core program almost to the point where I don't even want to graduate. 1 keep thinking, "There's so much more to learn!" Still, I am graduating, and I honestly feel that the things I have learned and the people I have met here have made me a better person. I am exited to move on to the next chapter of my life, but I will always remain a little sad that my time here at Oglethorpe is done forever." -Geoff Hetherington "I can't believe the time has come to graduate and move on to the next chapter of my life. I have loved my past four years at Oglethorpe and the memories that accompany them will always hold a special place in my heart. This school has given me so much more than an education. It has provided me with great friendships, athletic competition, daily challenges, allowed me to be a part of numerous organizations, and has helped prepare me for all aspects of life. Even though I am sad to leave, 1 look forward to giving back to Oglethorpe in any way that I can and becoming an active member of the Alumni Association." -Courtney Roberts "Oglethorpe was neither a home nor was it my favorite place to be; but it was at Oglethorpe that I found what I had been looking for." -Meredith Whitworth Above: James Hill and class president Courtney Roberts decorate ornaments for the class Christmas Tree. Above: Meredith Whitworth works on the yearbook. 2005-2006 The Yamacraw Living 103 Above: Mayur Nayee does his part to decorate the Senior Christmas Tree as Miranda Atnip rejoices in the joy of the season. "In the 4 years we've been at Oglethorpe, we have all accomplished something noteworthy and out of the ordinary, either as individuals or as members of campus organizations. 1 have realized though that none of us are indispensable and we will soon be forgotten, only to be replaced by future classes, whose legacies too will be fleeting and transient. What Vd like us, as seniors, to take away is that, we should not abandon our endeavors simply because h will not be historically recorded. Instead we should persevere without the expectation of remembrance, and take pleasure in the fact that we are contributing meaningfully to our respective communities." ~ Mayur Nayee Above: Mandy Eckerl enjoys a laugh during Quadfest. "The most memorable times of my life will always be the crowd at our home basketball games and the support that our team received from the student population. I will always remember the road trips with the squad and how we grew as a family over the years." -Josh BuiT "Oglethoipe has taught me that we are only as great as the challenges we place on ourselves." -Kionne August Above: Josh Burr, star athlete. Resident Assistant, and apparently future Hilfiger model. Above: Sean Raleigh relaxes on the quad between classes. 1 04 Science and Business The Yamacraw 2005-2006 Honor Socktks, Student Workers, and Core JV Science and Business ^'Measure what is measurable, and make measurable what. is not so. " -Galileo Galilei > i : 1 University Accounting Society "Our group of members was founded in order to allow accounting majors to interact with other accounting majors outside of their classes and help them gain connections with members of accounting firms and other companies so that they can find employment after graduation. We have evolved a lot over the years and now we are cuirently involved in a service project with Cafe 458 (a non profit soup kitchen) and we also host two receptions for accounting majors to mingle with business professionals in order to obtain employment. Our plan for the spring of 2006 is to host a raffle at one of the basketball games in order to help get people out to enjoy each other's company as well as support Oglethoipe athletics." ^'^;w^S'?..^ Z005-2006 The Yamacraw Science and Business 105 Core IV Core IV, every Senior must ake it, many Seniors resent it, ilmost all seniors manage to pass t. In truth it is what some would :all a necessary evil and what others A'ould call the "God send" of the 3ore program. However, the one universal truth about Core IV is hat it is indeed in a class of its own. Unlike many of the other Core classes which focus on the nature of lumans and society. Core IV focuses 3n the nature of science which can, m some instances, be a far more :angible course of study, thereby ippealing to certain students. In addition. Core IV does not only focus on nature from a different angle than the other Core classes, but in this case students may choose between two different perspectives, the physical and the biological. That, in a nut shell, is the basic concept behind Core IV; but ask any student who has taken it and they will tell you that this class is [more than a change of perspective. iSo what is this deeper benefit of Core |lV? It is at this point that we arrive at our original dilema, that there is very little agreement among seniors regarding the benefit of this odd little :lass. Is the change refreshing? Does t provide a satisfying conclusion ;o seemingly endless semesters Df the Core? Or is it merely an excuse to include the sciences in an attempt to meet the overarching goal of liberal arts education? These questions are not likely to be answered soon or to anyone's satisfaction, and it does seem as though Core IV is here to stay. But to what end? Perhaps it is best to consider Core IV as the final gauntletl; the last race to run before one can say "I have arrived!" I 106 Science and Business The Yamacraw 2005-2006 Phi Delta Epsilon Mission Statement: To foster and achieve bonding among physicians of high moral character devoted to education and philanthropy for a lifetime. Guiding Principles: Philanthropy, Deity, Equity & Education Motto: "Facta Non Verba, Deeds Not Words" Precepts: To promote fellowship and mentoring, equality, and unity.. To promote the highest scientific and educational standards in the field of medicine. To promote the highest standards of ethics in the practice of medicine, medical teaching, and research.. To promote nonprofit group service to the community.. To promote discussions at all Fraternity levels of current social and economic issues as related to the practice of medicine. Psi Chi is the National Honor Society in Psychology, founded in 1929 for the purposes of encouraging, stimulating, and maintaining excellence in scholarship, and advancing the science of psychology. Induction into Psi Chi requires standards of academic achievement for those majoring or minoring in Psychology. Psi Chi functions as a federation of chapters located at over 1,000 senior colleges and universities in the USA and Canada. The Oglethorpe Chapter began in 1985, and within the past year, it has worked to become more active on the Oglethorpe campus. Events sponsored by Psi Chi include an informational meeting for majors and minors, movie nights, and a game night. Psi Chi 2005-2006 The Yamacraw Science and Business 107 Economics Club Led by the incomparable Dr. Bruce Hetherington, the Economics Club spends its time delving ever deeper into the somewhat murkey realm of financial guesswork, studying the trends of economics in society, how systems have changed, and how those changes affect many different groups of people. However, it somehow seems that this group does not exist only for academic growth and gratification; as evidenced by the lively and successful fundraiser this year that involved the removal of Dr. Hetherington's famous, or rather infamous, pony tail. Though usually a quiet and understated club on Oglethorpe's campus, it does seem clear that this group of budding econimists certainly knows how to have a good time. The Society of Physics Students __ _ is an organization for all people interested in science, particularly physics majors, to meet and collaborate. Our goal is to encourage others to learn about science and physics. We are also a forum for science students to gain knowledge through the exchange of information and ideas. Society of Physics Students 108 Science and Business The Yamacraw 2005-2006 Tales of a homecoming court nominee A case study of the 'typical' Oglethorpe student By Miriam Brown "// only took you 'til your senior year of college to do something normal! " When I told my mom that I was on homecoming court, this is what she had to say. She was kidding. I think. But slie's right, hi all my high school experience, 1 stubbornly resisted "nornial." I refused to join clubs (except for that brief stint in the Drama Club, which was only okay because the cool kids still shunned it.) I wouldn't hang out with anyone my own age. And I most definitely did not go to homecoming events, games or dances or anything else. For that matter, you couldn't get me within a two hundred foot radius of the gym during a pep rally or football game. I spent most of my time hiding out from other classes, and more specifically from other students, with about ten kids who worked on the lit mag staff. For the first two years, they put us in a closet. Literally. There were ten of us, in a janitor's closet. By my senior year, though, we were moving up in the world. We were granted the dungeon, a large, drafty room that served as the entrance to the In School Suspension area. It became a class hobby to monitor the mold that grew up the walls. Does this give you any idea of the pride my school took in its aspiring literary talent? While other girls at school practiced walking in heels and learned to match up outfits, I saved up for my first pair of Doc Martens. Combat boots were the thing to have, and Doc Martens were at the top of the list. At fifteen, I not only wore those shiny black boots to school every day, I also refused to take them off at home, insistent on breaking them in. In fact, I can remember wearing them to church, telling my mother that the choir robes were long enough that no one would even notice. For that matter, I also lived in boys' clothes for as long as I could. My then-boyfriend (complete with matching boots) lent me his long black hoodie, covered in patches that he had safety pinned on. (I remember fondly that in addition to the band logos, there was a large patch advertising CLOROX.) With baggy jeans and gray tee shirts, I gleefully discovered that I could look more like Kurt Cobain than Courtney Love. So, in retrospect, maybe it's no wonder that my mother was surprised when I asked her to come dress shopping with me this year. After all, I'd sworn up and down that I was getting married in those Docs, and she should just get used to the idea. It might go a long way toward explaining why she brought out the credit card and told me to get whichever shoes I wanted. Well-meaning as my parents were, and as much as they gave me space to make my own fashion statements, I think they're a little relieved to see that I've grown up to be "normal" after all. They insisted on buying the dress, on getting pictures. When my mother found out that Bisell wouldn't be on hand with a camera, she threatened to show up at the dance. (Thanks for staying home. Mom!) 2005-2006 The Yamacraw Science and Business 109 Above: An impressionist photograph of Joe McConnick with a work of modem art at the High. But the thing is that I didn't actually grow up normal. It sounds totally nonnal to call your parents and tell them you need to buy a dress because you were nominated for homecoming court. But let's be honest here: this is Oglethorpe. The other homecoming court nominees weren't there because they'd won major popularity contests, because they wear short skirts, or because they threatened someone in the bathroom in between classes, a la Gilmore Girls. It's Oglethorpe. Some of us nominated ourselves. Sometimes no one else would agree to do it. Sometimes there weren't any other boys in the organization, anyway. And even those of us who had sort of hoped to be nominated were giggling about the whole thing, looking nervous at the Friday night basketball game, groaning about the effort involved in dressing up. A lot of us didn 't dress up, because we had other places to be that night; on the teams, or perfonning at half time, or in the middle of a play in Above: Sometimes the evening is just more fun when you're not trying to show off for anyone. Conant. And, to top off the irony, I was only nominated because I'm part of the Tower staff. You know, that same group of misfit kids I was hanging out with in high school. The thing is, most of us didn't change that much between high school and college. We just found a place where it's okay to be weird. Where the popular kids don't make fun of you because you like to read: in fact, there's been a total 180. Now, kids who don't read (for class or otherwise) get funny looks from the rest of us. It's only at a place like Oglethorpe that it would be okay for me to be on the homecoming court. Here, a lot of us realize Above: Even at Homecoming. Kira McCabe cannot resist the allure of the art world. Far Left: Matt and Miriam pretending to be nonnal. that we wouldn't have been caught dead doing this with the popular, preppy kids from our high schools. Here, we can all get out on the dance floor and collectively prove that we really have absolutely no rhythm. Here, we have the chance to get all dressed up, but we're more concerned with acting silly all night than we are with making sure not to chip our nail polish. But shh, don't tell my mom- she thinks I'm a grown up now. 110 Science and Business The Yamacraw 2005-2006 Student Employment Petrels hard at work Some people might say that going to college is a full- time jobor at least should be. Nonetheless, many college students find it necessary to work - to ftind the education, to pay rent, to have cash for spending. Some students go a step fiarther. They don't just get a job; they become their own boss. Jenee Amodeo and Mike Smith are such students. In some form or another, they have become both boss and employee. Amodeo works as a private contractor for a company that connects music students with music teachers. This allows her the freedom to form her own schedule, use her skill as a violinist, and still participate in student life. "Because I'm a commuter, it'd be really tough for me to do a part-time job anywhere else," Amodeo said. Working as a private contractor has allowed the necessary flexibility. "This is a good way for me to get through classes and still make money," Amodeo said. Smith works roughly 20 hours a week in his lawn-care business, Michael's Lawn Service, and almost 40 hours at Wolf Camera, all while taking 18 credit hours at Oglethorpe. "You have to manage your time really well," he said. "You have to have time to do your work and get it done. There's no messing around." Other students find it simpler to take advantage of work-study programs that allow them to easily schedule their working hours around their classes, without the hassle of a commute to work. James Hill and Amanda Nichols both have work- study jobs and find that for them, it's the best way to combine school, work, and a social life. "Working on campus is an advantage for me because it is convenient for my lifestyle," said Hill, who works in IT Services. "1 love the hours I am able to work because it allows me time to study and relax with friends and family at night and on the weekends." Nichols, who does work- study at the library, enjoys the fact that "I can walk to work from class, so I don't have to deal with traffic. A lot of times my friends show up either to visit me because 1 work on campus or just because they are in the library." Both Nichols and Hill say they enjoy the lack of a commute, and the way that working on campus allows them to interact more with various people in the Oglethorpe community. "This opportunity has allowed me to make both professional and personal relationships with many great people," Hill said. Also, working on campus makes his job more fulfilling and meaningful. "I feel a personal connection with the people I help and 1 feel it is my duty to make an extra effort to find a solution to their problems." 005-2006 The Yamacraw Science and Business 1 1 1 The third category of students takes a more traditional route: off-campus employment. They prefer not to take the extra responsibility of being self- employed, but they may not be eligible for work-study jobs or they may have personal reasons for working off campus. Kristy Evans, who has worked at a lawyer's office and at Victoria's Secret, is just such a student. She is not eligible for work- study, "But even if I were eligible, I would still pursue an off-campus job because I think it supplies more real-world experience, since you have to interact with people and customers other than your classmates and professors." Evans feels that this experience will be helpful in easing the transition from ^college student to college graduate. ! Aside from the different lexperiences that working off- icampus may offer, sometimes [Students find it refreshing to get out jof the Oglethorpe "bubble." I I Geoff Hetherington is lanother student who appreciates !the benefits of working off-campus. Though he doesn't like having to drive through traffic to Awards Atlanta (a company that makes trophies, signs, plaques, etc), he enjoys being able to make his own hours, make more money than he could with a work-study job, and he likes his co-workers. Plus, "I also get to use exciting power tools." Some of these students have found jobs that will equip them with skills that will be useftil after graduation and others are earning money to pay bills or to have savings when they need them. Whatever their reasons for working and for choosing their particular jobs, these Oglethorpe students have proved that it is possible to combine their studies with work and still have time for a social life while doing a great job at all three. Top Left: James Hill, computer fixer extraordinaire. Top Middle: Amanda Nichols reshelves books at the Weltner Library. Top Right: Geoff Hetherington assembles trophies at Awards Atlanta. Above Left: Mike Smith takes a break from yard work. Above: Kristy Evans shows off the charm that has helped make her a success. Far Left: Jenee Amodeo. \ iolinist. 1 1 2 Literature The Yamacraw 2005-20061 Student Publications, Core Literature "When the I'becomes 'he' or 'she' literature begins." ~ Dr. Brightman The Core A Fair Criticism It's lunchtime in the cafeteria. Above the clatter of forks hitting plates, the voices chatter recklessly. The topics are varied the funky, fun styles at Anthropologic; what insanity a professor recently thought up as an excuse for a paper; the new movies (anything from Get Rich or Die Trying to The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe and Walk the Line); how the Oglethorpe sports teams are doing; and the scandal at last Friday's frat party. And, in the midst of it, special words ring out, distinct and calm. It's Oglethorpe, and the play of these words is familiar. There are the phrases and buzz-words: "the self," "state of nature," "the blank slate," "historicity," and "space- time." And there are the authors: Augustine, Shakespeare, Aristotle, and Marx. The students even speak of the fictional characters like they are friends and the made- up events like they are true. "If 1 were Penelope, I wouldn't have waited..." and "Odysseus is such a cad" or "Well, Plato thinks..." and "Aristotle would say." Ah, the Core! Oglethorpe students often grow to have a love-hate relationship with the Core. Struggling through some of the books, one might wonder why this is important. Sometimes it even takes until the last year, the senior, to see how it all connects. 005-2006 The Yamacraw Literature 113 Beginning even in the very first year of Core, in the class "Narratives of the Self," important ideas begin to rise out of the books all students read. The questions that Augustine faced as he began to adhere to a new moral code help students ponder what they believe, whether they have beliefs similar or very different to Augustine's. Likewise, students look at Don Quixote and think about how he developed morally by adopting the chivalric code he read about in books. These two men - one a person, another a character - devel- oped as "selves" very differently, and they are only two among many that Oglethorpe students explore in the first year The way that the self is found becomes more complicated than the students probably ever expected. What will their path be? Then, further connections are fonned. John Locke's contract theory, studied in the first semester of Human Nature and the Social Order, suddenly pops up again in Core III; and it all becomes actually quite relevant to cun-ent happenings. Students even begin to consider their own theories of human nature and society. Is society primary or is the self? Does one naturally enter into community, or is society based on contract because of needs? But that's not all. It's not merely about the good books read in the first year or the study of the way mankind forms community and understands history. Oh no, it's not merely that at all. There's more! In the last year of Core, in Science and Human Nature, students learn about the way people have considered their world and how these beliefs affected the development of science. The play between belief and society comes into focus. Pure philosophy is no longer the only thing that one sees as relevant to cultures; instead, science becomes important, too, in the consideration of how societies are shaped. The non-sequential elements of the Core cun-iculum likewise feed into this learning experience by showing how beliefs are expressed. Through the Art and Culture or Music and Culture Core classes, students consider the relationship between belief, society, culture, and art. How does a person's understanding of life - his conscious or unconscious beliefs about the nature of man and society - play out in his artistic creations? What does he see and want to re-create, and what defines "beauty" to various societies? One could not leave out GreatldeasofModemMathematics, either. The humanities majors break into a sweat the first day of class, and the science and math majors think the Core has finally catered to their niche. Well, both are right - and wrong. This special class develops reasoning Above: Molly Ellis and Amanda Nichols, both deeply engrossed in their studies. Far Left: Ashley Suddith, Matt Corbett, and Kelly Moran. abilities as well as math skills; and along the way, students get bits of history lessons that further show how society develops its learning. There is nothing quite like the Core. It challenges and it provokes. It compels thoughtful analysis and questioning of one's own assumptions. So, while Oglethoipe students continue to lament it while secretly loving it, it goes on being just what it is: the essence of the Oglethorpe academic experience. ^^^imm^^^m 114 Literature The Yamacraw 2005-2006 CORE I Literature and OU Literature is, like the Core, a binding feature at Oglethorpe. In some form or another, everyone gets a slice of it. Oglethorpe students begin by reading a few of the greatest works in the first year because of "Narratives of the Self." In the first semester, all freshmen are reading the Odyssey, and Homer binds each to another. Freshmen may have the tale most recently in their minds, but upperclassmen remember the days - some fondly and others with pain - of working through Homer's great work. Did Odysseus find himself, and what does such a searching process look like? Later on in the year, the conversations take new turns. Having worked through some books of intervening centuries, freshmen arrive at Shakespeare and take a look at Othello. New questions circulate: Was lago at fault or Othello (or both)? Did Othello love her, the jealousy being a manifestation, or was he a raging brute? Then, at a quick ; pace, students look at the dark and disturbing tale of Beloved. After the first year, academic literary life takes various routes. Some students will not , continue on in studying the great works of literature; they turn their j. attention primarily to the sciences, | to history, and to psychology, ' while continuing on in the Core , program. Others do, in fact, j become English majors or minors : or take a few English classes j along the way. But everyone who came in as freshman is bound together through the literature. \ So Homer, hat's off to \ ou for the special glue you give : to the Oglethorpe community! i 2005-2006 The Yamacraw Literature 1 1 5 The Tower The Tower is Oglethorpe University's literary magazine, comprised of work by Oglethorpe students and designed, created, and printed on campus. The Tower has recently grown, now publishing a full issue in the Fall and Spring semesters, rather than the single issue per year of the past. Each of these issues uses a unique layout, designed by the Tower staff, to collect and display fiction, essays, poetry, and visual art from the Oglethorpe community. The Tower takes its name from the Lupton Bell Tower, where the offices were originally located. The Tower aims to provide an outlet for artistic expression in the Oglethorpe community by publishing a magazine of student work. In addition to our publications. The Tower provides a regular workshop environment where student writers can meet to critique and encourage one another. We are also responsible for running two events each year; Night of the Arts, held each fall, is a chance for OU students, staff, and faculty to share their talents through perfonnance. The evening includes a display of visual artwork, as well as poetry, monologues, and musical compositions. I?^l HP ^^Bl ^^ ^ Wy^4 hk^ ifk ^S'^Ki^^H Top Left: Miriam Brown, Kathleen Pedro, Ale.xandra Edwards, and Rachael Maddux celebrate the release of the fall issue at IHOP. Above: Jeff Lura and Allison Martin during the celebration dinner Top: Kathleen Pedro packing up Towers for distribution. Above: Alexandra Edwards reads the fall issue. . 1 1 6 Literature The Yamacraw 2005-2006 The Stormy Petrel The Stormy Petrel has been Oglethorpe's student-mn newspaper since 1919. We have gone through many revisions, from developing new layouts to creating new sections, as a long line of editors have tried their hand at mnning the paper. The 2005-2006 year brings us all the way to our 81" volume. The purpose to the Stormy Petrel is to provide news to the Oglethorpe community, particularly the news that relates to what happens on our own campus. This year marks our second as a weekly, rather than bi-weekly, publication. For the 2005-06 school year. The Petrel also implemented a new section: Life in the Bubble. This section, replacing the more ambiguous Features section of previous years, is designated specifically for infonnation about life on and around the Oglethorpe campus. The page includes candid photos, interviews with professors and students, and spotlights on campus events, among other features. In addition to Life in the Bubble, The Stormy Petrel has six other weekly sections: News, Opinions, Arts & Entertainment, Sports, Humor, and Hindsight. Top: Co-Editors Rachael Maddux and Miriam Brown. Above Left: Molly Ellis and Dallas Greene. Far Left: Mallory Davis and Rachaej] Edmondson Left: Kira McCabe and Eckhardt van dei^ Linde. 2005-2006 The Yamacraw Literature 1 1 7 Top Right; ( Back ) Jon Carter. Molly Ellis, Mal- lory Davis, Rachael Edmondson, Ben Minor, Kna McCabe (Front) Hannah York, Matt Cor- bett, Eckhardt van dor Linde, Andrea Wood Above Right: Ben Minor Top Left: Dallas Greene \bove Left: Matt Corbett Above: Jon Carter and Jessie Pond Left: Jon Carter, Molly Ellis, Miriam Brow n. Ben Minor Ritiht: Jessie Pond and Andrea Wood 1 1 8 Literature The Yamacraw 2005-2006 "Being on yearbook staff was one of my most fulfilling Oglethorpe activities. Sometimes the rewards appeared 'small,' as when a scenic photo appeared in the office after I complained to Bisell about the lack of windows. The note read, "Here's your window." It also boosted my resume and helped me land my first job. There were the hard parts and stressful times, too; but isn't that just like being at Oglethorpe? Yet as I love my years at Oglethorpe, so am I happy that I was part of the yearbook staff Enjoy the book!" -Leah Sanders Copy Editor 2006 "Oh. . ..the yearbook. Last summer when Bisell asked me if I was willing to be Photography Editor, I remember my initial reaction was, 'Are you sure you want me? This is Dallas, remember?' But I guess he was sure, and I'm glad, because I have loved every moment of it." -Dallas Greene Photography Editor 2007 "The greatest sign of success this year is the fact that I didn't have to do much. I had wonderful editors and staff, and this book is theirs. Their vision, their planning, their work. I facilitated, guided where necessary, and filled in the gaps. The 2005 Yamacraw was my baby, but the 2006 Yamacraw rightly belongs to everyone who worked on it." -Bisell McWilliams III Editor-in-Chief 2006 "T cannot pretend that I have loved every minute of this yearbook fiasco, but I would be lying if I said I didn't have fun. -Meredith Whitworth Layout/Design Editor 2006 005-2006 The Yamacraw Literature 119 The Yamacraw A Letter to the Masses Editor-in-Chief Bisell McWilliams III Layout/Design Editor Meredith Whitworth Copy Editor Leah Sanders Photo Editor Dallas Greene Proof Editor Miriam Brown Staff Advisor Mark DeLong Jostens Rep Sandra McCarthy Layout Staff Amanda Nichols Alexa Anderson Copvwriters Hannah York Chelcie Rowell Jennifer Cornelius Photographers Amie Lane (Assistant Editor) Laura Callender Jessie Nilson Contributing Emily Gantert Rachael Maddux Molly ElHs Kelly Poor Rachael Edmondson Udara Soysa Jennifer Hofstetter Dear Masses, We are writing this on behalf of all student publishers; we believe that you must understand why we do what we do. In case you have forgotten, we are the Yamacraw. We strive to provide an accurate and entertaining representation of each year at Oglethorpe, covering its events, issues, attitudes, and people. Led by our Editor-in-Chief, senior Bisell McWilliams III, we do our best. While working diligently in our office in the basement of the Emerson Student Center, we intrepid Yamacraw editors and staff members focus on the possibility of a few peaceful moments in the midst of publishing chaos. Although such a moment has yet to arrive, we do feel confident that excessive amounts of silliness should suffice for the present. Despite the overwhelming evidence against us, we do indeed work hard to provide you with this book eveiy year. In contest with our regular class schedules and responsibilities every deadline is met, eventually. Each spread is designed, built, edited, submitted, and edited again, all within five short months. This being the case we beg your leniency and forgiveness. In truth we work for this book because we love the satisfaction that comes with completion and the opportunity to give something unique to our fellow students and to the school. We do not regret a single hour spent, tear shed, book thrown, or silly moment; and we thank you for your support. Yours Very Sincerely, The Yamacraw Staff, 2006 t ^mmsmm^^i^mmm 120 Literature The Yamacraw 2005-2006 Dr. McFarland As interviewed by Kelly Poor Introducing Dr. Douglas McFarland, Chair of the English Division and w}y joker extraordinaire. Where are you from, and what led you to Oglethorpe? Dr McFarland tells of living in Berkeley prior to relocating to Brookhaven. He then mocks my openly literal question and claims that Route 66 led him here. Wait for it. I think, there has to be more: "I was convicted of a felony in California, and this was my punishment." There you have it, ladies cmd gentlemen. You never know when Dr. McFarlcmd and his sarcasm will strike, but I guarantee choose? you that it will be interesting. What exactly drew you to your profession ? "I have always been deeply involved with books," he articulates. He then tells of a summer in high school during which he read an entire book per day. I stare at him with some mixture of awe and envy. What is your favorite course to teach? "Greek. And Nabokov." If you could live anywhere in the world during any time period, where and when would you "Tomorrow in Paris." What do you consider to be your greatest academic accomplishment? " "I don't like that question." This fi'om a mem who is currently translating into the English Geoffrey of Monmouth's Latin Historia Regum Brittaniae. Alright, what do you consider to be your greatest accomplishment?" "Raising daughters." His face assumes cm exaggerated and pensive expression. Here it comes: "I'm sort of torn between Pride and Prejudice and King Lear.'" Do you have any particular advice ' for Oglethorpe students? "Stay cool, but care." What if you 're not cool? Dr McFarland 's express ion relays that he does not hold out much hope for those who so miserably fail to be interesting. There you have it, and if you 're looking for some very good laughs and a surprise or two, sign up for Core SOL Latin. Greek, or some Special Topics class the next time pre-registration rolls around. 2005-2006 The Yamacraw Literature 121 The Writing Center Last fall, Oglethorpe revived its Writing Center, a program designed to help students revise and improve their writing. Oglethorpe's original writing lab, "he Writing Company, was instituted in the 1980's and tutors aided students with writing and composition classes across Oglethorpe's entire curriculum. The idea for reviving the Writing Center came from recent faculty discussions of needed student services at Oglethoipe. Furthemiore, Provost Ames strongly asserted that Oglethorpe should offer writing support and professional development programs to students in all disciplines. In consultation with the faculty, Ames decided to refocus the course-specific tutoring previously offered by the Academic Resource Center to a writing center in which the tutors are offered opportunities for training in writing across all disciplines. Above: Brittany Bennett and Jewelia Dakin i paper. The primary purpose of The Writing Center is to provide Oglethorpe students with confidential and personal assistance with any written assignment, at any stage of the writing process, for their courses at Oglethorpe or for professional development. Peer tutors are trained to be responsive to students' particular needs, to help students identify strengths and weaknesses in their writing, to guide students to resources on basic academic requirements, and to help students build confidence in their academic and creative writing skills. Students can either come to The Writing Center with a specific focus, ranging from beginning their task, to improving or clarifying an argument, to working on style or grammar, or they can simply ask for feedback on their work. According to Jeanne McCarthy, Visiting Assistant Professor of English at OU and head of the new Writing Center, there are many advantages to the program. "One advantage of having students tutoring students is that such tutors are familiar with the courses, the professors, and the academic culture [of Oglethoipe]. Their knowledge can help demystify the writing process and what may seem to be, at times. the overwhelming Above: Tutor Rachael Maddux reads through a paper. demands of an academic culture. The peer tutoring sessions provide an opportunity to discuss papers in a low-stress environment, without the pressure of grades hanging over either the tutor of the tutee." Furthemiore, McCarthy believes that there is a special symbiotic relationship between the tutor and the tutee. "The benefits of such exchanges are not merely one- way. Tutors learn from the sessions as well. After all, good writers like to give and receive feedback, and whether one is self defined as a writer or not, the opportunity to discuss ideas and to watch an idea take shape is inevitably rewarding and enriching." McCarthy has taken personal responsibility for enriching students' writing experience at Oglethoipe. "1 would like the Center to be a place where students can find answers to questions and take advantage of all the small and profound opportunities to learn available while participating in the broader academic community of writers at Oglethorpe." I^J WP " -k 122 Art and Culture The Yamacraw 2005-2006 Performance Clubs, Culture Clubs, Boar's Head, and Night of the Arts Art and Culture "Every child is an artist. The problem is how to remain an artist once he grows up. " - Pablo Picasso Student Coffee Break Cafe Oglethorpe is hot, suhry and lacking air-condhioning. Nonetheless, Oglethorpe students continually venture in and out of the room. Some students are staying to sit and talk. They are drinking coffee or lemonade, and they are enjoying free candy. Dr. Victoria Weiss is greeting people, asking questions and listening. It's the Student Coffee Hour on a Tuesday afternoon, and students are enjoying a break from the routine. In its second year, the Coffee Hour was a haven for friendship, relaxation and conversation. Sometimes, people simply needed to get away; other times, they just wanted to get some coffee without having to use their Flex Dollars, or they lived off campus and do not want to pay for coffee. Regardless of why students came to the Coffee Hour, all Oglethorpe students needed a place to feel welcomed, and Tuesday from 2 P.M. to 3 P.M. is one place that they did. Weiss started the Coffee Hour in the fall semester of 2004 as a place for students to come to talk to one another and to her. She said that it is important for students to feel that they can connect with each other and that students want a place to feel at home. "It's important to have those kinds of things in place," Weiss explained. Students can depend on her being there every week, even if they do not come each time. Weiss heads the Office of Student Success, and she works to keep students satisfied and happy at Oglethorpe. The Coffee Hour is one way she decided she could interact with students, listen to their concerns and respond to them. 'This is home for a lot of the year, for a lot of the people. Home is a place where the door is always open to you, and people are always interested in what you have to say," Weiss said. "And you have to bring a little bit of that to the campus." ;005-2006 The Yamacraw Art and Culture 123 T Facebook The Social Order goes digital On May 14"\ 2005, after months of neglect, Oglethoipe University was finally admitted into the ranks of America's college elite. As we would be announcing on our long-lost high school buddies' "walls" for weeks to come, we were FINALLY ON FACEBOOK!!!! For the uninhiated, Facebook.com is a website where college students can create a profile listing their personal interests and contact infonnation, and then connect with other students at any other school that's also part of the Facebook network. On Facebook, you can create "groups" that center around common interests, share photos with your friends, plan and advertise parties, and even see a visual map of your social network. In the months since Oglethorpe "got on" Facebook, hundreds of students and alumni have joined. New friendships and, undeniably, other kinds of relationships, have blossomed thanks to the ease of "friending" other Facebookers based on mututal interests and other presumed indicators of compatibility. However, perhaps because it's so easy to do, many have fallen prey to one of Facebook 's most ridiculous aspects- the tendency to "friend" people with little to no discretion, regardless of whether you were roommates freshman year or if you discovered their existence only second before you clicked the "Add as Friend" link on their profile. Indeed, one of the unintended effects of Facebook is the way in which it's changed many of our impressions about Oglethorpe. Once you get a few "friend requests" from supposed OU students that you've never actually seen or heard of it's a bit harder to buy into the idea of the campus as the tight-knit "bubble" that eveiyone claims it to be. Despite this fact (or perhaps in light of it), a strange new kind of unity has developed on campus since Oglethorpe got in on the Facebook trend. Yes indeed, it's a strange feeling to be standing in the grill line behind a person that you've never talked to or made eye contact with, yet whose hobbies, interests, and class schedule you were just browsing through last night. Does knowing that 33 of your classmates think they can hypnotize you with their belly, and that 15 of those people also claim that pants are a suggestion, not a rule (as per the group names) make you a better person? Does it make you happier, or make you more likely to make a life, make a living, make a difference? No, not hardly. But Facebook is a testament to the fact that, even on a campus as small as Oglethorpe, we pass by many of the same people every day without so much as sharing a smile, let alone exchanging even basic personal infonnation. While random acts of gratuitous "friending" takes this anti-social tendency to the opposite extreme, perhaps the small slice of access that Facebook provides us with to the inner-workings of our fellow Petrels is a good thing, not just a dorm-room fad for attention whores and bored college kids. (Who is that guy in the upper left-hand corner, anyway?) 124 Art and Culture The Yamacraw 2005-2006 Oglethorpe University Singers and Chorale Making music one day at a time Oglethorpe University Singers is the primaiy musical organization at Oglethoipe University. The ensemble provides for the study and perfomiance of significant choral literature within the liberal arts context of the University and is open to students of all disciplines. The mixed-voice concert choir of approximately thirty-five voices, under the direction of Dr. W. Irwin Ray, is in constant demand for perfonnances in the community and often obliges. In the past year the Singers have perfomied for Dr. Large's farewell dinner. Oglethorpe Presbyterian Church, Boar's Head, the annual Fall Concert, and more. The members of University Singers rehearse three hours each week and for their labor receive one hour of academic credit and the pleasure of the activity itself Their repertoire includes sacred and secular literature, both accompanied and unaccompanied, ranging from the fifteenth century to the present. It is likely not untrue to state that every member of University Singers, past and present, departs at the end of each year with some feeling of satisfaction in the work accomplished and the music created. President Jenee Amodeo Vice President Abigail Kurland Secretary Treasurer Krystal Evans Manager Meredith Whitworth Communications Director Rachel Zellner Section Leaders Meredith Whitworth and Travis Griffin 2005-2006 The Yamacraw Art and Culture 125 The University Chorale is the audition chamber choms drawn from the membership of the University Singers. The skill and musicianship of the Chorale allows for the perfonnance of more complex and virtuosi music; therefore, repertoire is predominantly literature for one-to- two voices per part. This wonderful chamber group rehearses one and one half hours per week and for their time often receives the respect of the OU community and their peers. Members Jenee Amodeo - mezzo soprano Aaron Cross - tenor Laura Callender - alto Austin Dalbo - baritone Krystal Evans - alto Travis Griffin - baritone Abigail Kurland - soprano Meredith Whitworth - soprano -1 -P . ^ ^w 126 Art and Culture The Yamacraw 2005-2006 OU Playmakers Act well your part. It is the philosophy of Oglethorpe University's Theatre program that there is no better theatre training than the liberal arts. The greatest theatre practitioners and thinkers are those who are able to assemble knowledge from a wide variety of fields in order to identify and convey artistic goals. It is the program's goal to train theatre students in all aspects of the discipline during their four years at Oglethorpe. Just as the liberal arts environment provides the student with insight into and understanding of a variety of subjects, the theatre program strives to make students fluent in all of the component aspects of theatre, enhancing their thinking, collaborative, and artistic abilities. Students majoring in theatre at Oglethoipe University concentrate their efforts in the areas of performance and directing. A faculty with extensive academic and professional experience teaches a wide-ranging curriculum, providing the student with a rich variety of perspectives from which to learn. Courses in performance, directing, stagecraft, theatre history, theory, singing, and dramatic literature, as well as regular special topics courses in areas such as film criticism, feminist theatre, and filmmaking, provide students with a wealth of studio and classroom experiences. In addition, our distinctive internship program allows students the opportunity to hone their skills in both professional and laboratory settings. Most notably, Oglethorpe's relationship with the Georgia Shakespeare Festival, the professional theatre-in-residence on our campus, provides students with direct access to professional acting opportunities, as well as some of the most sought-after professional theatre internships in the southeast. 2005-2006 The Yamacraw Art and Culture 127 Live theatre is a vital pan of tlio liberal arts atmosphere at Oglethorjoc. The theatre program's official performance company, the Playmakers. is one of the oldest campus organizations at the University. Mounting a season of 4-5 full productions per year (some of which are student directed), the company is dedicated to providing laboratory opportunities for student actors, technicians, designers, and dramaturges that embrace a wide range of styles, historical periods, and points-of-view. Productions sometimes include childrens' theatre, musical theatre, and guest artists. With auditions open to all faculty, staff, and students, the Playmakers have mounted several excellent productions in the last several years including student directed productions such as The Dinosaur Play (Kat Barrett) and Love Letters (Meredith Whitworth), faculty productions The Dining Room, The Odyssey of Modest}' Forth, and Top Girls. Each play brings a new challenge to the Playmakers, who rise to the occasion with pride and talent. Top Let: Luciaiia Lazzarino gazes ponderously into the nothingness in the Women al the Thesmophoiia. Top Right:CHff Moore moctcs Rebecca's suffering in the Thesmophoria. Above Left: Theatre students enjoy learning the art of puppetry froin the master puppeteers of Sandglass Theatre. Left: Aaron Cross ponders the possibilities of puppetry during a workshop. Far Left: Luciana Lazzarino, Rebecca, Cliff Moore, Mike Willis, and Brent Rose; just part of the cast of Women at the Thesmophoria. 128 Art and Culture The Yamacraw 2005-2006 Student Directing New directors discover the ins and outs Sing to Me Thrgouh Open Windows & The Conquest of Everest by Arthur Kopit directed by Jesse Hinson The Boy - Tyler Nichols The Clown - Brent Rose The Man - Bob Unger Miss Almenside - S.E. Trammell Mr. Almenside - Ben Minor Chinese Solider - Bob Unger Sing to Me Through Open Windows & The Conquest of Everest {. performed Friday, February 10,; 2006 through Saturday, February 11, 2006. Imaginative sets, costumes, lighting, and sound enhanced the quality of the performances and helped to create an aura of dark! humor appropriate for the plays. Director Jesse Hinson worked tirelessly and well to pull of this unique production. A senior, ; Jesse is no stranger to the theatre but ( is always finding new challenges in his field, not the least of which was this project. Hinson comments on his initial experience with these, plays in his program notes saying he, I "considered it an act of serendipity." 2005-2006 The Yamacraw Art and Culture 129 Both Jesse and Meredith feel it necessary to thank those among their peers, professors, and mentors who supported and taught them through the ins and outs of directing a production. Although Jesse and Meredith managed to pull off well planned shows, both claim that they could not have done so alone. Special thanks must therefore go to Chadwick Yarborough, Technical Director and teacher; Lee and Joe Knippenberg for support and patience. Bob linger for unfailing inspiration, Debora Merola and Oglethorpe University for production support, Marie Sutherland-Lawless, S.E. Trammell, Kat BaiTett, Jhana Grant, Brent Rose, and all those students who worked on these productions either through work-study, stagecraft, or the goodness of their hearts. Love Letters by A.R. Gumey directed by Meredith Whitworth Melissa - Charlotte Knippenberg Laura Callender Lee Knippenberg Andy - Liam Knippenberg Jesse Hinson Bob Unger Love Letters perfonned Thursday, September 22, 2005 through Saturday, September 24, 2005. This staged reading was produced in an unusual fonn combining specific directions of the playwright with the artistic vision of director Meredith Whitworth and her cast. The result of four weeks hard work was an intimate setting for a simultaneously dark and sentimental play. The tireless efforts of Whitworth, her cast, and her crew paid off well and all involved took away different impresions and lessons. Whitworth speaks of the experience saying, "I knew it was a success when an audience member told me afterward that the play had made him cry." ^t 130 Art and Culture The Yamacraw 2005-2006 Alpha Psi Omega Several outstanding members of the Playmakers, Oglethorpe University's theatre company, are also members of the Chi Kappa chapter of Alpha Psi Omega, the National Honorary Dramatics Fraternity (Co- Educational). Students who have demonstrated outstanding commitment to the Playmakers in any number of capacities, and who hold distinguished academic records, are invited to join during their sophomore or junior years. Selection is based not only on achievement, but also on collaborative spirit, maturity, and artistic dedication. The current members of Alpha Psi Omega include seniors Kimberly Edminston, Jesse Hinson, Marie Sutherland- Lawless, and Meredith Whitworth. Sigma Tau Delta's central purpose is to confer distinction upon students of the English language and literature in undergraduate, graduate, and professional studies. Sigma Tau Delta also recognizes the accomplishments of professional writers who have contributed to the fields of language and literature. One of the largest members of the Association of College Honor Societies, Sigma Tau Delta has over 600 active chapters, more than 900 faculty sponsors, and inducts approximately 7,000 members annually. Our members have the opportunity to be recognized for their outstanding achievements, enrich their education, help them make career choices, and advance their careers. Sigma Tau Delta !005-2006 The Yamacraw Art and Culture 131 Nfight of the Arts True to tradition. The Tower Ogletliorpe's very own magazine of arts and literature held an annual Night of the Arts to celebrate and display the artistic talents of students, faculty, staff, and even alumni. The Night of the Arts features two main attractions: an exhibition of the visual arts and a performance portion. This year's theme was Vaudeville to match the Tower's Fall 2005 issue, and the night certainly lived up to its theme's suggestion of artistic variety. The performance portion alone boasted a mind-boggling miscellany: Dallas Greene's spirited dramatic interpretation explaining the world's love- hate relationship with itself; Alex Edwards's piercing apostrophes to mysterious male figures; and Josh Washburn's mournful, lingering rendition of "Hey Ya," and many others. Potentially abrupt transitions from scathing humor to dramatic sonatas to thoughtful poetry were smoothed by a receptive and obliging audience, who never neglected to parenthesize each performance with enthusiastic applause. This year's audience was also particularly welcoming and forgiving of victims of nervousness. The evening's decoration created a cozy ambience which undoubtedly reinforced the spirit of laughing and companionable creativity. This mood extended beyond the room of the perfonnance portion into the art exhibition, where attendees perused displays of students' paintings and photographs while happily munching on the provided hors d'oeuvres. The evening's unassuming but undoubted star was Mario Dunkel, whose perfomiances began and concluded the night and spanned not only three musical molds (jazz, classical, and the college quintessential: Dave Matthews) but also two instalments piano and guitar The lyrics to "Christmas Song," his last number, perhaps most perfectly sum up the Night of the Arts: "So the story goes, so I'm told the people he knew were drinkers and jokers, all soul searchers like you and 132 Art and Culture The Yamacraw 2005-2006 An International Perspective Studying in the U.S. breaks preconceived notions By Udara Soysa Six months ago in a rainy evening in Colombo, Sri Lanka, I received an email from the Georgia Rotary Student Program stating that I had been selected for a full one-year scholarship. Immediately, all my family members were competing to read that email. They were overjoyed! My initial reaction was somewhat ambiguous. 1 also had received a partial four-year scholarship to attend a college in West Virginia. I was not sure which to choose, the Rotary scholarship or the West Virginia one. I was stuck in a mental quagmire. 1 finally decided to accept the Georgia Rotary Scholarship. In a few months. I was on my way to Atlanta, Georgia. All 1 knew about Georgia in the Southern USA was that it is a conservative place where Asians are not very welcome. This is the stereotype created in Sri Lanka by the world media. However, a few days after arriving in America, I found out that the media was "DEAD WRONG". I was greeted by an enomious group of Rotarians in the airport waving Sri Lankan flags and calling my name. This was soon followed by hand-shaking and hugging, and shortly my first American meal. I immediately felt very comfortable with my "new found family". Before arriving, I assumed that the American Rotarians would be very formal people. So I took extra efforts before arriving to read books on proper table manners and proper speaking behavior. But quickly I realized I again was "DEAD WRONG". My American Rotarians were fun, easy-going, and cool people. I was assigned three host families whom I soon realized were equally wonderful people. Living with a host family was a scary idea for me before coming, although I had lived with families of my friends in India, Pakistan, and other countries. However, 1 soon knew that my fears had been imaginaiy and ludicrous. My host mom and dad (Ted and Delores Johnson) never let me feel as a stranger. 1 was treated as their own son, if not better. Finally, school began. Although I had met many American students before, I had never met so many at one time, nor had I experienced any long term personal interactions with them. Most of my contacts had been online. But this time it was real life, meeting and talking with countless American students and with students from many parts of Europe. I already have established good friendships with so many of them. This actually I feel is the best part of my education in the U.S. As I complete my first month in college, I feel as if I have gained years of experience. My first memories of Atlanta and my life at Oglethorpe will remain forever with me as I continue my education and later return to South Asia. Above: Maki Sugita, Triinu Puvi, and Udara Soysa Above Left: Udara Soysa and Antonette Diao. 2005-2006 The Yamacraw Art and Culture 133 Japanese Culture Club The Japanese Culture Club has been reserving the Dolive Theater on Monday nights for the past couple of years to spread knowledge about Japan through live action and animated film showings. Each week the members gather for dinner off campus to discuss current events and recent discoveries. We also attend Anime Weekend Atlanta, Dragon*Con, and other various conventions involving Japanese animation. The Philip Weltner Library now has manga (Japanese graphic novels) in its collection, thanks to donations from the Japanese Culture Club. The International Club is an organization open to the entire campus; it's main purpose is to in\ol\e and unite people of all cultural backgrounds to share aspects of their cultures with the entire Oglethoipe community. The club puts on numerous campus- wide social events which highlight cultural diversity in the form of dances, dinners, foreign-film screenings, outings to clubs in Atlanta, and of course, our main event, and one of the largest on campus. International Night! International Club 134 Art and Culture The Yamacraw 2005-2006 Arts, OU and Atlanta Theatre Works The coming of the new year also brings an exciting development in Atlanta theatre circles and in the lives of several Oglethorpe faculty, staff, students, and alumni. The creation of Theatre Works Inc., a domestic non-profit organization of Georgia, marks the fulfillment of great expectations for all involved. Theatre Works is an amateur theatre company whose mission is to provide opportunities for entertainment and education through the production of "family friendly" theatre and the potential for acting camps and classes. This mission is what makes Theatre Works unique and special to all those involved. The idea for Theatre Works was first dreamed by OU staff member Bob linger and Professor Lee Knippenberg, both of whom saw the market for family theatre in Atlanta and have the desire to make it happen. The group includes several OU students, including seniors Jesse Hinson and Marie Sutherland- Lawless, OU alums Amy Tenehan Huskey, Amy Lester, Jessie DeMarie, and Meredith Whitworth, and other friends and family members interested in using their talents in the arts. "Everyone involved seems so excited and willing to step through this process," says OU alum Meredith Whitworth, "I know that I am overjoyed to have the opportunity to pursue what I love with people I respect and in an environment that is well suited to my personality and talents." All the members of Theatre Works are excited to move forward with this process and hope to have the support of their friends and colleagues at OU as they work to fulfill their mission. r.j 0", Top Left: Lee Knippenberg and Bob Unger in Love Letters. Top Right: Meredith Whitworth in the children's production The Dinosaur Play. Above: Amy Lester and Lee Knippenberg in Dancing at Lughnasa in 2004. Left: Marie Sutherland-Lawless in The Odyssey of Modesty Forth. 2005-2006 The Yamacraw Art and Culture 135 Fellowship of Christian Athletes We are an organization, focused mainly on athletes but welcoming of all, that is devoted to creating an environment that introduces the man of Jesus Christ through fun and entertaining meetings where we have guest speakers, music, and games. V\'e are an organization thai aims to create an environment whore anyone can come to fellowship and hear the Gospel of Jesus C'lirist. We try to spread the message ol" faith, hope, and love in our evei'yday lives and in our eveiyday interactions with others. Oglethorpe Christian Fellowship %Al. .JH" 136 Art and Culture The Yamacraw 2005-2006 Boar's Head Pigs, Kisses, and Holiday Wishes Oglethoipe University held its annual Boar's Head Ceremony on the chilly evening of December 9, 2005. Derived from the holiday traditions of English colleges, the Boar's Head ceremony at Oglethorpe serves as the initiation ritual for Omicron Delta Kappa (ODK), Oglethoipe's highest honor society. It is also a holiday concert and feast and one of OU's longest standing traditions. The new initiates carried a decorated litter bearing a real roasted boar's head into Conant Theatre, where it was given the place of honor on the stage throughout the ceremony. A book by Aristotle placed in the boar's mouth served as an allusion to the English legend of the boar's head, in which a student kills a boar by ramming Aristotle down its throat. ODK members Sarah Opp and Miriam Brown recounted this legend at the start of the ceremony. After the concert, the new ODK members completed their initiation by kissing the boar's head. The holiday concert this year featured (as always) the Oglethorpe University Singers and Chorale, the return of the ever popular Salvation Army brass ensemble, and the debut perforaiance of the Oglethorpe University Winds, directed by student Jon Carter. The program included Christmas classics such as "Still, Still, Still," "Chestnuts Roasting on an Open Fire," and "White Christmas," as well as classical pieces, Hebrew prayer "Ose Shalom," and some more non-traditional holiday tunes such as "The Twelve Days After Christmas." Oglethorpe professor and ODK member Dr. Victoria Weiss had the honor of giving the faculty reading this year, in which she informed those gathered of the true history of wassail. The Christmas tree outside of Conant, which has its own special role in the ceremony Above: Laura Callender plays flute with the newly foraied Oglethorpe University Winds. Above: The crowd gathers in the chilly evening air for the light- ing of the tree. 2005-2006 The Yamacraw Art and Culture 137 E^pi^^l ^lUb^KHl jMSn^^ jIHHH ,^w^ ms^^''" '^'^^^ since it is lighted immediately following the concert portion of the evening, was lovingly adopted by the president of the University Singers, Jenee Amodeo. A few dedicated members of the University Singers worked the night before the ceremony at making the lighting of this year's tree special. "We were out in the freezing rain for hours," said Singers member Kristy Evans, "so it better look good!" The University Singers hope to make decorating the tree their own Boar's Head tradition. The "feasf following Boar's Head was notable for one thing: candy! Garlands that decorated the lobby of the Conant Center were hung with ornaments containing candy, though many of these had disappeared by the end of the evening. Tables around the lobby overflowed with sweets fit to make your teeth rot. Everything from cookies to gigantic lollipops were also present, along with a plentiful supply of bite sized candy some students refeired to as "exam food." This year's Boar's Head was one of firsts. It was the first ceremony under new president Dr Schall, the first to feature edible ornaments, the first performance of the new wind ensemble, and the first lighting of the tree decorated by the University Singers. The night focused on origins: the origins of the feast of the Boar's Head, the origin of the ceremony at Oglethorpe, even the origin of wassail. It was a night in which to remember, though, especially for the new initiates, a j:. .r ^jask^ii Above Left: The University Singers perfonn. Above: Alex Johnson, Anne Baker, and James Hill kiss the pig. Below Left: Members of the Salvation Amiy Brass Ensemble. night in which to look forward. The eleven student initiates for ODK this year were Anne Baiter, James Albert Hill, Annemarie Ippolito, Alex Johnson, Rachael Maddux, Kira McCabe, Mayur Nayee, Piercen Oliver, Courtney Roberts, Leah Sanders, and Kelli Weatherall. There were also two new faculty/staff initiates, Candace Maddox and Nicholas Maher 138 Hindsight The Yamacraw 2005-2006 Parting thoughts Hindsight ^'Own only what you can carry with you; know language, know countries, know people. Let your memory be your travel hag. " - Alexander Sol^henitsyn Hindsight does not mean perfect vision By Leah Sanders If hindsight is 20/20, shouldn't my vision eveiy day be approaching nearer and nearer to perfection, at least in looking back on my years at Oglethorpe? After all, as a graduating senior I can look back at the past three years at Oglethorpe and begin to understand it... right? Unsurprisingly, and very fittingly, I don't quite know the answer. There's a little bit of "yes" and a whole lot of "no." When 1 agreed to write this article, I thought I was ready to approach the subject. 1 knew I didn't have anything brilliant, nothing earth-shattering, to say. But my idea was good; it would be an interesting article, at least, and enjoyable to read. Or so I thought. I sat down to write the article. My fingers raced across the keyboard, throwing the ideas together. Yes! This could be good! The idea was there, and it began to evolve on its own. But after 600 words, I re- read what I had written. It wasn't even on its way to approaching the realm of the brilliant. Maybe it had the germ of a good idea. . . but 1 had no proof that this little seed could ever be something I would want published. It was, in fact, a very poor piece. So, I set it aside. I let it idle, hoping that while I let my mind dwell on the other issues at hand (namely, the too many activities at Oglethorpe that were sucking away my life), my brain would figure out what to write. When I returned to it, the article would be ready to shine or at least be ready to approach the acceptable. But a week later, when I re-read the 600 words, I was even less impressed than when I had first typed it. All that I had written had somehow lost its appeal, and I wondered if the idea was even salvageable. I knew there was no hope when my sister asked me, "So, what exactly is the point that you're trying to make?" I really had no answer. Where was the perfect vision of a senior scanning the past four years? Maybe it was just an illusion? And that process trying to understand one aspect of Oglethorpe college life, having an idea about it, and then failing to reach a satisfactory conclusion reiterated something that had 2005-2006 The Yamacraw Hindsight 139 already been on my mind: there is so much that I thought I would have answered by now and which instead remains a mystery. Looking back on four years at Oglethorpe, I still don't know what it all means. How has it shaped me in a way that no other place could? How have I changed? What has been my place in it? And what have the years been together and what has each meant alone? With a bit of 20/20 hindsight, is it possible to catalogue my time at Oglethoipe? When I came to Oglethoipe in the fall of 2002, I had vague notions of what college would be like. I was nervously excited. People had readily told me what it would be like, and most of the prophecy was very encouraging. 'it will be the best years of your life," they said. Pretty sweet, no? But things turned out to be a lot harder than 1 ever imagined that they might be. It wasn't because Oglethorpe is a bad college but simply because sometimes and for some people, the college transition (or maybe just college life) isn't easy. And it most certainly wasn't for me, especially with other things that were occun'ing in my life. Toward the end of my freshman year, though, things seemed to look up. And sophomore year really was better. But even though there were really good things and I began to be comfortable at Oglethoipe, 1 continued to light battles. It was an interesting mix of emotions, of conflict and peace, of happiness and pain. It was something that I also came to realize is veiy common in life, in my own and in others. My junior year was better than all the rest, undoubtedly. I lived with one of my best friends, I learned to relax a little bit over my schoolwork, and I felt that Oglethorpe was fully and finally a good home. So that brings me to my senior year. It's an overwhelming one, the busiest thus far. I am so close to the end, but just not close enough; I count down the weeks. But even though I can easily dissect the years at Oglethorpe into the neat little categories, with summers having always acted as strange divisions, I am still at a loss to look back and understand it. I come away with many questions unanswered. Why was my freshman year so hard? Why has eveiy year been so different and unpredictable? My hindsight just isn't very good. Yet. I wonder how much better it will be once I leave. I can envision, in some ways, that my understanding will increase. With a little wisdom, I can decipher some hidden codes and unlock a bit of the mysteiy. But 1 know that so much of the years have slipped away from me. and my attitude toward Oglethorpe has been ever evolving. Will a changed life stage take me to such new perspectives on Oglethorpe that my memory will confiise me about what I experienced? They are hard questions and maybe ones that don't have to be asked. Maybe I want too much understanding and instead have only questions. So, I guess I can say that I have learned at least one thing to pass on to those behind me: Writing a hindsight article is no easy task, if you are really seeking to understand something about your time at Oglethoipe. But maybe this place of mysteiy is just where I need to be. 140 Classifieds The Yamacraw 2005-2006 Advertisements and Senior Congratulations Classifieds "The very first law in advertising is to avoid the concrete promise and cultivate the delightfully vague. " - Bdl Cosby Wbe S^tomj^ Petrel says congratulations to this year's staff and contributors on a job well done, and good luck to our graduating seniors: Miriam Brown Jon Carter Matt Corbett Ariel Crooks Leah Sanders Hannah York md A See you next year! 2005-2006 The Yamacraw Classifieds 141 Whe "^Hmncmw Do you enjoy taking pictures? Writing? Graphic Design and Layout? The Yamacraw needs you! No experience necessary. Contact yamacraw07@yahoo.com for more information. [jWPWBiUM . mjm ^m^ 142 Classifieds The Yamacraw 2005-2006 The Oglethorpe University Bookstore Congratulates the Class of 2006 Your Shopping Center on Campus: Dorm and Fashion AccessoriesBest SellersGiftsCards and Stationary- School Supphes Textbooks Monday-Thursday 9:30am-6:00pm Friday 9:30am-5 :00pm or shop onhne www.oglethorpe.edu keyword: bookstore (404)364-8361 2005-2006 The Yamacraw Classifieds 143 Congratulations Class of 2006 from the Oglethorpe University National Alumni Association Alumni Office Second Floor, Lupton Hall 404-364-8893 alumni@oglethorpe.edu We look forward to your active involvement in the Alumni Association. The following are just a few of the many benefits available to Oglethorpe alumni: Use of computer labs and computer network Free alumni email account for your lifetime Circulation privileges at the Library 2-for-l tickets to select Georgia Shakespeare shows Free or discounted admission to most Arts & Ideas events (theatre, music, lectures) Free access to Oglethorpe athletic facilities Discounted university conference rooms and other rental facilities And much more... We hope you will come back to campus often to attend networking events, wine tastings, alumni athletic gatherings and, of course, our annual Alumni Weekend festivities. Join us! 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55 Diao, Antonette 57, 132 Cho, Dongjai 55 Diao, Antonette 57, 132 Choi, Jiwon 55 Dickinson, Eric 57,76 Clark, Andrew 39 Dillon, Jamie 57 Clark, Lyndsey 56 Dobbs, Da\id 57 Clark, Shaneika 56 Dolive, James 57 Clarke, Catherine 56 Dombrow, Nicole 57 Clarke, Kemoy 56 Douglas, Chiquita 57 Clayton, Courtney 56 Douglas, Chiquita 57 Clodtelter, Kristy 56 Douglas, Winston 57 Close, David 40 Druyeh, Yvorme 57 Coach, Lakendra 56 Dubovoy, Igor 57 Cobb-Young, Megan 56 Duchac, Jason 57 Cogan, Mary 40 Duensing, Zachary 57 Cohen, David 56 Dumont, Brendan 57 Cohen-Greenberg, ; Eric 56 Dunkel, Mario 57, 131 Cohl, Daniel 56 Durui, Carter 57 Cole, Jessica 56 Dunnigan, Stephanie 57 Collins, Franchesca 56 Duran, Ramiro 41 Collins, Jody 56 Duttenhaver, Tara 41 Dykes, Anthony 57 Glielmi, Kara 43 Iqbal, Saher 59 " E Golden, Paul 58 Ishida, Yuiko 59 Eckerl, Mandy 4L 103 Gonzalez, Irasema 58 J Edmiston, Kimberly 41 Gonzalez, Irasema 58 Jackson, Craig 59 Edmondson, Anissa 57 Gordon, Jennifer 58 Jackson, Harvey 59 Edwards, Alexand a 57, 115, 131 Gordon, Lindsey 58 James, Marian 59 Ellis, Erica 57 Gowan, Jessica 58 Jannath, Sadia 59 Ellis, Molly 57, 113,116,117,119 Grace, Kristina 58 Janssen, Stefanie Jo 45 Epple, Yasmin 42 Grad, Benjamin 58 Jeffers, Akele 59 Ernst, Timothy 57 Grady, Tiffany 58 Johnson, Candice 59 Esterline, John 57 Grammont, Melissa 58 Johnson, Christiana 45, 91 Evans, Allison 57 Graner, Jessica 58, 69 Johnson, Christiane 45,91 Evans, Dylan 57 Grant, Jhana 58, 129 Johnson, Jailyn 59 Evans, Jarrod 57 Gray, Brittany 58, 88 Johnson, Shenae 59 Evans, Kristy 42, HI, 124, 125, 137 Gray, Colin 43 Jones, Brandy 59 F Green, Joseph 58, 80 Jones, Carmen 59 Fabick, Megan 57 Greene, Lakrisha 58 Jones, Christopher 60 Falconer, Morgan 57 Greenfield, Nicholas 58 Jones, Elizabeth 60 Farrell, James 57 Greer, Meghan 58 Jones, Elizabeth 60 Faucette, Brickford 57 Greim, Adam 58 Jones, Mandi 45 Pernandes, Sean 57 Grier, Alexis 58 Jones, Rachel 45, 60 Fields, Excel 57 Griffin, Jessica 43 Jones, Rachel 45,60 Fields, Nikita 57 Griffin, Keith 53 Jones, Shana 60 Fields, Nikita 57 Griffin, Morgan 59 Jones, Taymah 60 Fincher, Lily 57 Grimes, Gary 59 Jones, Tiffanie 60 Findley, Anna 57 Guan, Yrng 59 Jost, Kathleen 60 Finkel, Sarah 57 Gulley, Eric 59 Jozefowicz, Noelle 60 Fitzgerald, Laura 57 H Jozefowicz, Roxanna 60 Fladland, Eric 57 Hall, Stephanie 59 K Flynn, Erin 57 Hallman, Carly 59 Kantamneni, Soumya 60 Folger, Lauren 57 Hammontree, Jenn fyr 59 Kazani, Benoy 60 Fontaine, Claire 57 Hanes, Meagan 59 Keck, Jennifer 60 Forbes, Susan 57 Hanley, Louise 59 Kee, Robert 60 Forbes, Tiffany 57 Hanlin, Ryan 43 Keller, Jennifer 60 Ford, Endia 57 Hannigan, Emily 59 Kelly, Caitlin 60 Fowler, James 58 Hardage, William 59 Kemmer, Anna 60 Freeman, Sean 58, 91 Harris, April 59 Kennedy, Sarah 60 Freidenstein, Lee 42 Harris, Crystal 59 Kennedy, Thaddeus 45 Fried, Dominic 58 Harris, Lauren 59 Kennedy, Thomas 45 Fugett, Jessica 42 Harris, Martha 59 Kennicott, Bryan 60 Fulgham, Ryan 58 Harris, Reva 59 Keris, Nadine 60 Fulkerson, Deborah 58 Harvin, Christopher 59 Kerner, Stephanie 60 i'ulkerson, Robert 58 Hatfield, Tiffany Amber 43 Khoury, Magda 60 Fuller, Morgan 58 Havasi, Roland 43 Kilbourn, Charlotte 60 Fuller, Victoria 58 Haves, Charlynn 59 Kilgallon, Jessica 60 Funderburk, Francesca 58 Heller, Ned 59 Kimbrel, Clayton 60 Fuqua, Sarah 58 Henderson, Gabriel 59 Kincaid, Julia 60 G Henry, Shanice 59 King, Ashley 60 Gabriel, Jon 58 Henslee, Eunim 59 King, Caroline 45,69 Gagne, Justin 58 Hensler, Rachel 59 Kinsey, Joshua 60 Galloway, Will 42, 58 Hernandez, Jennifer 59 Kirby, Emily 60 Galloway, William 42, 58 Hess, James 59 Kirchner, Lara 60 Galperin, Alexei 58 Hetherington, Geoffrey 44, 111 Kirillov, Aleksey 60 Galvan, Susan 42 Heyman-Valchano ', Amber 59 Kirk, Weston 60 Gamez, Claudia 58 Higginbotham, Ad am 59 Kite, Leigh 60 Gamez, Claudia 58 Hill, Bertha 59 Klicius, Ausrine 60 Gandy, Rachel 58 Hill, James 102 110 111, 137 Knorr, David 60 Garcia, Alicia 58 Hinrichs, Calen 59 Kobrovsky, Valarie 60 Garcia, Rachell 58 Hinson, Jesse 44, 128, 129, 130, 134 Komic, Amel 60 Garon, Johannah 58 Hodge, Megan 59 Korell, Kelly 60 Garrison, Kimber 58 Hofstetter, Jennifer 44, 119 Kovalenko, Svetlana 45 Gates, Julia 58, 81 Hofstetter, Lydia 59 Kramer, Russell 60 Gates, Julia 58,81 Holzwarth, Adam 59 Krasniqi, Fatbardhe 60 Gayle, Krystal 58 Home, Erik 59 Kress, Colin 60 Gebremeskel, Frewieny 58 Horton, William 59 Krueger, Michael 60 Gebremeskel, Selamewet 58 Horzewski, Steven 59 Kuhn, Katherine 60 Georges, Jamine 58 Hou, Ratana 59 Kulavic, Katie 60,77 Gerard, Tahnee 58 Hoyer, Jacob 59 Kulwicki, Veronica 60 Germany, Stephen 58 Hrebickova, Alena 44 Kurland, Abigail 46, 124, 125 Getz, David 58 Hu, Shu-Yuan 59 L Gibbs, Gia 58 Hubbard, Deidre 44 Labbaye, Melusine 60 Gibson, Lauren 58 Hubbard, Deirdre 44 Lachmarm, Maik 60 Gilani, Asma 58 Huffstutler, Stephanie 59 Lahr, Melinda 60 Giles, Jarred 58 Hugh, Nayisha 59 Lakey, Ashley 46 Gill, Stephanie 58 Humar, Adam 59 Lane, Amie 60, 119 GiUis, Mary Claire 58 I Lane, Denise 60 Gimenez, Carlos 58 Ippolito, Annemarie 44,137 Lane, Walker 60 Laubscher, Stephanie 60 Lawrence, T.A. 46 Lawson, Amber 60 Lazzarino, Luciana 60, 127 Le, Phu-Tho 61 Le Foum, Florian 61 Leazer, Matthew 61 Lee, Molly 61 Lee-Hew, Elizabeth 61 Lenchuk, Marina 61 Leonard, Lauren 46 Lester, Anna 61 Levine, Philip 61 Lewis, Ailsa 61 Lewis, Jason 61 Lewis, Jessica 61 Lewter, Michael 61 Lindahl, Beth 61 Lindsay, Anina 61 Link, Eric 61 Lobban, Slierine 61 Logan, Kevin 61 Loggins, Deari 61 Lohmann, Katie 46 Lombardv, John 61 Loomis, Rhiannon 61 Louang\-ila\', Soubanli 61 Love, Gloria 61 Lo\elace, Mava 61 Lovett, Richard 61 Lowe, Amy 61 Lucq, Guillaume 61 Luedtke, Kyle 53 Lura, Jeffrey 61,113 Lurie, Jane 61 Lwin, Ywa\- 61 Lyda, Joseph 61,80 Lvkens, Sarah 61 M MacHeski-Preston, Emilv 61 Maddux, Rachael 61, 68, 90, 91, 115, 116, 119, 121, 137 Madill, VVend>- 61 Maehr, Ashley 61 Magness, Kenneth 61 Maier, Kayleigh 61 Malison, Halley 61 Mallen, Stephanie 61 Malms, Stephanie 61 Malone, Michael 61 Mantilla, Alfonzo 61 Marc, Lvdie 61 Marcantoni, Jonathan 61 March, Kate 46 Marie, Charles 61 Marotto, Alxcia 61 Martin, Elliott 61 Martin, John 61 Martin, Kandace 61 Martinez, Jessica 61 Mason, Bleshette 61 Matter, George 61 McAllister, Cameron 61 McBride, Barbara 61 McCabe, Kira 62, 116, 117, 137 McCall, Jeremy 62 McCants, Latoya 62 McCarthy, Alexander 62 McClamand, Alan 62 McCoUum, Sarah 62 McConnell, Jonathan 62 McCran,', Phillip 62 McCrimmon, Catlinni 62 McDougald, Cameron 62 McGee, Grace 47 McGee, Robert 62 McGhee, Racquel 62 McGowan, Michael 62 Page, Da\'id 63 McKee, Craig 62 Page, Suzanne 63 McKinney, Lynette 62 Pages, Daniel 63 McWhorter, Richard 62 Palladino, Tra\'is 63 McWilliams III, Bisell 47, 118, 119 Palmer, Eric 63 Means, Joshua 62 Pape, Christopher 63 Meaux, Samantha 62 Parages, CecUe 63 Meekin, Meagan 62 Pare, Hubert 63 Melcher, Ember 62 Parker, Jessica 63 Menon, Lakshmi 62 Parker, Joseph 63 Mertens, Jordan 62 Parker, Kyle 63 Meyer, Michael 62 Parkman, Jr., Mar\- m 63 Miller, Samantha 62 Parris, Zack 63 Millien, Jeffanne 62 Parton, Rachel 48 Milligan, Lauren 62 Pate, Ashle\- 63 Milligan, Stefanie 62 Patel, Sundeep 63 Minor, Benjamin 62, 69, 117, 128 Paulk, Aimee 63 Minson, Erica 62 Pa\-elka, Robert 63 Mirza, Sumbul 62 Pedro, Kathleen 63, 115 Mitchell, Camesha 62 Pekin, Derin 63 Mitchell, Traci 62 Perez, Rosa 63 Mitial, Lynz 62 Perr>', Tamara 48 Money, Ashley 62, 75 Perrxman, Shavonda 63 Monteleone, Franc ?sco 62 Peterson, Robert 48 Moor, Courtney 62 Phillips, Joshua 63 Moore, Alana 62 Phillips, OU\-er 63 Moore, Cliff 62, 90, 27 Phua, Angela 63 Moore, Lindsev 62 Phua, Doris 63 Moran, Colin 62 Pigram, Maggi 63 Moran, Kelly 88, 113 Pikul, Yuri 63 Morris, Jessie 62 Pilkevics, Arturs 63 Morris, Matthew 62 Pinto, Jorge 63 Morris, Rachel 62 Plant, Jennifer 63 Moses, Jodi-,Ann 47 Piatt, Matthew 63 Mosley, William 62 Poirier, Myriam 64 Moss, Rachel 62 Pomales, Ricardo 64 Mueller, William 62 Pond, Clayton 64 Muhic, Robert 62 Pond, Jessica 64,117 Mukherjee, Srijita 62 Ponder, Amber 64 MuUer, Michael 62 Pondicherr\--Harish, Roja 48 Muluhya, Harriet 62 N Ponizhavlo, Elena Pool, Lache 64 64 Muse, Sharese 62 Poor, KeUy 64, 71, 90 , 91, 119, 120 Nash, Melvin 62 Post, Caiti>-n 64 Navarro, Jose 62 Potts, Jason 64 Nayee, Mavur 47, 103, 137 Pulley Kayla 64 Neguede, Wessen-Cemine 62 Pur\-is, Courtney 64 Nesmith, Brittany 62 Pusch, Mallor\- 48 Nguyen, XTian 47 Puvi, Triinu 64,132 Nguyen, Thuy 63 R Nichol, Kathleen 63 Racz\Tiski, Mark 64,74 Nichols, Amanda 63, 69,; "1,90,91,110,111,113, Rader, Megan 64 119 Raffert\--Boyd, Lauren 64 Nichols, Tyler 63, 128 Rains, Allison 64 Nicodemus, Casey 63 Raleigh, Sean 103 Nielsen, Alyssa 63 Ravenel, Rashonda 64 Niland, Antoinette 63 Reed, Carly 64 Nilson, Jessica 63 Reed, Sedale 64 Nix, Nanc\- 63 Reitze, Robert 64 Nixon, Gwinn 63 Remington, Ronald 48 Northcutt, Cameron 63 Renz, Rachel 64 Nusrat, Radia 63 Rhodes, Brandon 64 Nystrom, Max 63 O Ribher, Apolline Rihher, Apolline 49,64 49,64 Obregon, Ashley 63 Rich, Brandy 64 Odom, James 63 Richard, Donald 64 Oguejiofor, Maurice 63 Richards, Kathleen 64 Okubo, Yoko 63 Richardson, J. 64 01i\er, Piercen 137 Richmann, Elizabeth 64 Ongor, Christina 63 Rigdon, David 49 Opp, Sarah 48, 136 Rivers 11, Eugene 49 Oredeko, Anne 63 Robbins, Kiera 64 Osmanson, Jamie 63 Roberts, Adam 64 Outrebon, Nicolas 63 Roberts, Courtney- 36, 87, 102, 137 P Roberts, Natina 64 Pace, Keisha 63 Rodgers, Sunny 64 Page, Christopher 63 Rogers, Ashley 64 Rogers, Ebony 64 Rose, Brent ' 64,127,128,129 Rosendahl, Joshua 64 Ross, Da\"id 64 Ro^ve, James 64 Rowe, Jeft'er)' 49 Rouell, Chelcie 64,119 Ro\aln-, Scott 49 Rubin, Terrance 64 Rudd, Anthon}' 64 Ruth, Terrance 49 Ruth, Victoria 64 S 64 Sabala, Anthony 5ammons, Jessica 49,88 Sanchez, Elga 64 Sandelowsky, Marcus 64 5ander, Janine 64,75 Sanders, Leah 49, 118, 119, 137, 13 18, 140 Sanders, Niesha 64 5anta\'ana, Antonic 64 5app, Ashlee 64 Scarpaci, Priscilla 64 Schambach, Joy 64 Schwab, Jenny 64 Scott, Deyonna 64 Scott, Gregory 64 Seaman, Lauren 65 Seehom, Micah 65 Sheffield, Tre\or 65 Shirah, Carrie 65 Shon, Jeong-Ki 65 Shuler, Shanequa 65 Sill, Bradford 65 Simons, Deyon 65 Sims, Ashia 65 Sims-Theodore, Enjoli 65 Smelle\', Jamie 65 Smith, Ashley 65 Smith, Michael 65, 110, 111 Smith, Nubia 65 Smith, Robert 65 Smith, R)-an 65 Smith, Sinoma 65 Sob\-, Jason 65 Solana, Leticia 65 Sorci, Steyen 65 Soysa, Udara 65, 119, 132 Sparks, Sarah 65 Springman, Paul 65 Stalnaker, Alix 65 Stalnaker, Alix 65 Starks, Rashida 65 Starratt, Samantha 65 Steele, Hillary 65 Steen, Brandyn 65 Stelly, Darce' 65 Stengard, Richard 50 Stephens, Maurice 65 Stokes, Jason 65 jStone, Nadia 65 [Storz, John 65 Strachan, Marivandi 50 Strausser, Sarah 65 Stroud, Stephanie 50 iSuddith, Brooke 65 ISuggett, Matthew 65,80 jSugita, Maki 65, 132 |Sulli\-an, Jeffrey 65 |5ummerfield, Sarah 65 jSummers, Kimberly 65 Summers, Mallory 65 Sutherland, James 65 |5utherland-Lawless, Marie 129, 130, 134 Sutton, Carolyn 65 iSwanick, Daniel 65 ISwindall, Christina 65 Taylor, Ashley 65 Taylor, Judith 65 Tecmen, Ali 65 Tentinger, Alesha 65 Tesnow, Ryan 65 Thiem, Christie 65 Thompson, Anthon\' 65 Thompson, Ashle\' 65 Thompson, Chris 66 Thompson, Je\vel 66 Thompson, Katherine 66 Thompson, Lauren 66 Thompson, Lauren 66 Thornton, Deneisha 66 TiUotson, Cara 66 Tipton, Jann 66 Titoya, Julia 66 Tomlin, Adam 66 Tra\-ers, James 66 Treuman, Emily 66, 88 Troficanto, Sara 66 Tsaku, Delali 66 Tucker, Steyie 66 Turner, Irene 66 Turner, Nicholas 66 Turner, Sharmaine 51 Turner, Sharmaine 51 Tuttle, Sean 66 Tyre, Nathan 66 U Ulicny, Jill 66 Underwood, Harry 66 Urbanski, Taylor 66, SO V Vafadari, Maziar 66 Valentin, Katherine 66 Van Der Linde, Eckhardt 66, 116, 117 Van Doran, Megan 66 Vanho\en, Zachar\" 66 Vaughan, Julie 66, 75 Vawter, Morgan 66 Vazquez, Maria 66 Veciunca, Alice 51 Vega, Julian 66 Vinson, Andrea 66 Visconti, Jonathan 66 Voxnaes, Tamara 66 W Walker, H\de 66 Walker, Lindsey 66 Wall, Kasee ' 66 Walmsley, Tarleton 51 Walton, Emory 66 Washburn, Joshua 66, 131 Washington, Tresa 66 Waters, Samuel 66 Watkins, An'renae 66 Watson, Megan 66 Watterson, Alexander 66 Watterson, Nicholas 66 Weatherall, Kelli 137 Weininger, Jonathan 66 Weisz, Katherine 66 West, Roshika 66 West-Hammer, Anna 67 Wheat, Amanda 102 Whitaker, Stex'en 67 White, Derald 67 White, Jaime 67 White, Nicholas 67 White, Ronald 67 Whitehart, Allen 51 Whitehill, Johana 67 Whitmire, Christopher 67 Whitworth, Meredith 51, 102, 118, 119, 124, 125, 127, 129, 130, 134 Whorton, Joshua 67 Wildenhaus, Katherine 67 wader, Charlie 67 Wiles, Hannah 67 WUey, Kimberly 67 Wilkerson, Kim 67 Willard, Justm 67 Williams, Chad 67 Williams, Christopher 67 Williams, Henr\' 67 Williams, Kourtne\' 67 WUliams, Lauretta 67 Williams, Matthew 67 Williams, Nicole 67 WUliams, Robert 67 WUliams, Tiffany 51 WUHs, Michael ' 67, 127 Wilson, Erika 67 WUson, Jennifer 67 WUson, Michelle 52, 67 Wlnfield, Arion 67 Wise, Brett 52 Witherspoon, Talia 67 Wokomatv, Kimberly 67 Wolfe, Anna 52 Wolff, Alexander 67 Wood, Andrea 67, 117 Wood, Renee 67 Woodall, Adrienne 67 Woodruff, Mathew 67 Wren, Arleen 52 Wright, Richard 52 X Xu, Haitao 67 Y Yahuitl, Gonzalo 53 Yeager, Zachary 67 Yelton, Whit 52 ^i, Susan 67 Yip, Connie 52 York, Hannah 52, 67, 117, 119, 140 York, Hannah 52, 67, 117, 119, 140 Young, Patrick 67 Z Zafrani, Sonya 67 Zayala, Christian 67 ZeUner, Rachael 67, 124 Zhou, Duo 67 Ziegler, Sean 67 Zipperer, Sara 67 2005-2006 The Yamacraw Final Laud 148 j ^1 pray you know me when we meet again; I wish you well, and so I take my leave, " " William Shakespeare Merchant of Venice, Act IV Scene I J w i*^. 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