May/June 1992 Vol. 8, No. 5 + utlook A Publication of Florida Community College at Jacksonville Commencement ceremony celebrates more than student success It was a fitting close to the College’s year! long silver anniversary celebration when more than 500 students accepted their associate’s degrees and technical certificates as part of FCC]’s 25th annual commence' ment ceremony. “The 25th commencement ceremony was the logical way to wrap up our anniversary,” said Clashous Witherspoon, director of student activities and commencement organizer. “Commencement is the culmina— tion of everyone‘s efforts. And what better way to wrap up our anniversary celebration?” Oi"... A special group of graduates earned their A.S. degrees as part of the Cooperative Association of States for Scholarships program. “Excellence through collaboration” served as the underlying theme of the night as student commencement speakers [see accompanying article] praised FCC] faculty members for their patience, concern and knowledge; and President Charles Spence lauded 25 year employees for their loyal service to the College. Board Chairman Betty Cook discussed the special bond between FCC] Trustees and graduating students. “Your graduation from FCC] is a moment of great pride for me and my fellow Board members. All our work comes to fruition when we see you line up for graduation,” she said. “There is nothing we would rather do than share your pride as you are introduced to the world as an FCC] graduate.” The College’s 25th commence— ment ceremony, held May 1 in the Civic Auditorium, also featured a performance of the FCC] alma mater, written by Carole Varney (project coordinator, Open Campus) and performed by three graduating mem» bers of the FCC] Chorale. “silver commencement.” Newly graduated FCC] alumni “sparkled’ with excitement at the Co ceremony. Q liege ’s Students shine at 1992 commencement Ellen Jones “I’ll never forget the day my husband drove me to Kent Campus, parked the car and said, ‘Go on in, Ellen; get an applica. tion,”’ said Ellen Jones of her first exposure to FCC]. Less than three years later, ]ones received her associate in arts degree and served as a 1992 commencement speaker. While attending FCC], Jones juggled a part‘time job (as a student assistant in the social science department) and caring for her family, still managing to earn her A.A. degree with a 4.0 grade point average. She also was a founding member of the FCC] Future Educators Club, serving as vice president last year and president this year. Though Jones’ academic accomplish— ments came as a result of her hard work, she said she didn’t deserve all of the credit. “Having the support of my family made all the difference,” she said. “I couldn’t have made it without them.” FCCJ’s atmosphere was also conducive to the learning process, Jones said. “FCCJ is a wonderful place for returning students like me. The small class sizes, the helpful teachers and the low cost make it a great place to begin a college career," she told her fellow graduates during her commencement speech. ]ones will pursue her lifelong ambition of becoming an elementary school teacher when she begins classes at ]acksonville University in the fall. Cindy Manlx Llndsay In her commencement speech to FCCJ’s 1992 graduating class, Cindy Manix Lindsay said graduation didn’t happen overnight. “I: has been a long—and at times difficult— journey to get here,” she said. But for Lindsay, who received her associate in science degree, the journey has been worth it. Apprehensive about returning to an academic environment after 10 years, Lindsay said she fit right in at FCC]. “It was easier than I had anticipated,” she admitted. “The availability and concern of the professors was wonderful, I always knew there was an open door if I needed help.” (Not that she needed it—Lindsay earned her A.S. degree in nursing with only two “B’s.”) Despite her commitment to academic excellence, Lindsay remains devoted to her three sons, ages 7, 9 and 11, even coaching their Little League baseball team. “It’s important for me to support my children’s interests since——for the past three years— they have supported mine,” she said. Lindsay will continue to pursue her interest of becoming a family nurse practi— tioner, pediatric nurse practitioner or midwife when she begins classes at the University of North Florida. INSIDE 25th anniversary wmp'upoooeoooo 4' Adult studies at the head of theclass........6 PATHWAY 2000 gets underway. . . . 8 Arlene Shipley Arlene Shipley’s life took a sharp turn two years ago when she left her career in retailing to pursue her education. Eager to embark on her college career, she dove in head—first, completing her associate in arts degree requirements in just one year (often taking seven and eight classes at a time). (continued on page 6) , OCR Text: May/June 1992 Vol. 8, No. 5 utlook A Publication of Florida Community College at Jacksonville Commencement ceremony celebrates more than student success It was a fitting close to the College’s year! long silver anniversary celebration when more than 500 students accepted their associate’s degrees and technical certificates as part of FCC]’s 25th annual commence' ment ceremony. “The 25th commencement ceremony was the logical way to wrap up our anniversary,” said Clashous Witherspoon, director of student activities and commencement organizer. “Commencement is the culmina— tion of everyone‘s efforts. And what better way to wrap up our anniversary celebration?” Oi"... A special group of graduates earned their A.S. degrees as part of the Cooperative Association of States for Scholarships program. “Excellence through collaboration” served as the underlying theme of the night as student commencement speakers [see accompanying article] praised FCC] faculty members for their patience, concern and knowledge; and President Charles Spence lauded 25 year employees for their loyal service to the College. Board Chairman Betty Cook discussed the special bond between FCC] Trustees and graduating students. “Your graduation from FCC] is a moment of great pride for me and my fellow Board members. All our work comes to fruition when we see you line up for graduation,” she said. “There is nothing we would rather do than share your pride as you are introduced to the world as an FCC] graduate.” The College’s 25th commence— ment ceremony, held May 1 in the Civic Auditorium, also featured a performance of the FCC] alma mater, written by Carole Varney (project coordinator, Open Campus) and performed by three graduating mem» bers of the FCC] Chorale. “silver commencement.” Newly graduated FCC] alumni “sparkled’ with excitement at the Co ceremony. Q liege ’s Students shine at 1992 commencement Ellen Jones “I’ll never forget the day my husband drove me to Kent Campus, parked the car and said, ‘Go on in, Ellen; get an applica. tion,”’ said Ellen Jones of her first exposure to FCC]. Less than three years later, ]ones received her associate in arts degree and served as a 1992 commencement speaker. While attending FCC], Jones juggled a part‘time job (as a student assistant in the social science department) and caring for her family, still managing to earn her A.A. degree with a 4.0 grade point average. She also was a founding member of the FCC] Future Educators Club, serving as vice president last year and president this year. Though Jones’ academic accomplish— ments came as a result of her hard work, she said she didn’t deserve all of the credit. “Having the support of my family made all the difference,” she said. “I couldn’t have made it without them.” FCCJ’s atmosphere was also conducive to the learning process, Jones said. “FCCJ is a wonderful place for returning students like me. The small class sizes, the helpful teachers and the low cost make it a great place to begin a college career," she told her fellow graduates during her commencement speech. ]ones will pursue her lifelong ambition of becoming an elementary school teacher when she begins classes at ]acksonville University in the fall. Cindy Manlx Llndsay In her commencement speech to FCCJ’s 1992 graduating class, Cindy Manix Lindsay said graduation didn’t happen overnight. “I: has been a long—and at times difficult— journey to get here,” she said. But for Lindsay, who received her associate in science degree, the journey has been worth it. Apprehensive about returning to an academic environment after 10 years, Lindsay said she fit right in at FCC]. “It was easier than I had anticipated,” she admitted. “The availability and concern of the professors was wonderful, I always knew there was an open door if I needed help.” (Not that she needed it—Lindsay earned her A.S. degree in nursing with only two “B’s.”) Despite her commitment to academic excellence, Lindsay remains devoted to her three sons, ages 7, 9 and 11, even coaching their Little League baseball team. “It’s important for me to support my children’s interests since——for the past three years— they have supported mine,” she said. Lindsay will continue to pursue her interest of becoming a family nurse practi— tioner, pediatric nurse practitioner or midwife when she begins classes at the University of North Florida. INSIDE 25th anniversary wmp'upoooeoooo 4' Adult studies at the head of theclass........6 PATHWAY 2000 gets underway. . . . 8 Arlene Shipley Arlene Shipley’s life took a sharp turn two years ago when she left her career in retailing to pursue her education. Eager to embark on her college career, she dove in head—first, completing her associate in arts degree requirements in just one year (often taking seven and eight classes at a time). (continued on page 6) , Z ArchiveInABox,JAX,Outlook Newsletter,Outlook Newsletter 08-09,May - June 1992,P01 (2).tif, P01 (2).tif