Alumni Newsletters: April 2022

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Cat-U News

April 2022

Our campus is blooming with flowers and excitement as we roll into the palooza and graduation season by celebrating college decision day and the successful completion of our Mind, Body, Soul campaign! We want to thank each of you for your dedication and support, which ensures that the Catawba College legacy will live on forever.

 
Doing Your Part

Did you know, as an alum you have the opportunity to give back by referring a student to Catawba? We are able to accept references for students in 8th grade or older. Refer a student at any time:

Refer a Student
 
Students in the News

Two Catawba College Students Receive Civitan Awards

Catherine Parker and Brianna Moore, both seniors, were recently recognized for their character and academic excellence by the Salisbury Civitan Club.

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The Pioneer

How long has it been since you've checked out the Student Newspaper? Check out the latest writings and read about what students have been up to!

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Alumni in the News

Catawba College Teacher Education Grad Receives Outstanding Educator Award

Emily Richardson Van Roekel ’14 recently received the Elbert K. Fretwell Outstanding Educator Award.

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A one-man show that chronicles the 1849 journey of Henry ‘Box’ Brown

QCity Metro talks with Mike Wiley '95, the actor who portrays Brown, an enslaved man who had himself shipped to freedom inside a wooden crate.

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In late January, Rachel Dionne '12 was awarded The President's Club Award, one of Biotage's most prestigious awards, during their annual North American awards ceremony. Biotage is a global biotechnology company. This award is given to the top sales representative in North America. Congratulations to Rachel on  achieving a record 200% territory growth.

 
College News

Catawba College Offers Teach-In About the Russian Invasion of Ukraine

Members of the Salisbury and surrounding communities, Catawba students, faculty, and staff were encouraged to attend.

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The Habitat for Humanity Home Is Complete

Thank you to all our volunteers for making such a difference to a deserving family.

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Catawba College Announces Athletic Brand Updates

“Our goals are to strengthen the reputation and visibility of our athletics program and enhance recruitment efforts for future student-athletes.”

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Catawba College Chiefs Club Reaches Milestones

The Catawba College Chiefs Club has received an unprecedented amount of gift revenue and reached a record number of members and gifts.

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Salisbury High School Project Prepares Students for the Future of Video Game Design with Help from Catawba College

Students will be using video games, augmented reality and virtual reality in English Language Arts classes with some help from Catawba College.

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Catawba College Hires Assistant Vice President of Admissions

“Catawba has a reputation for providing a quality, whole-person education, and it is uniquely positioned to meet the needs of today’s students. I look forward to helping the College scale its recruitment efforts to identify and enroll the best fit students.”

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Caddigan's Direction for the Future at Catawba College

As she looks to conclude her first full semester as Catawba’s Athletic Director in a few weeks, she is also looking to the future.

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Brenn Larson Ferguson Named Sixth Head Volleyball Coach In Program History

“I am humbled and excited by this opportunity, and I would like to thank President David Nelson, Director of Athletics Michelle Caddigan, and the search committee for entrusting me with leading the Catawba College Volleyball program,” said Catawba’s newest head coach.

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Catawba College Creates State-of-the-Art Cannon Dining Commons

The project will result in a completely overhauled dining room, kitchen, and add display cooking stations.

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Black Catawba College Student

Catawba announces founding of Emerging Young Leader (EYL) Program. The program invites Male African American and Black Juniors within the Rowan Salisbury public school system to enroll in a free college course.

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Catawba Latina Student

Catawba College invites Latina Juniors within the Rowan-Salisbury area to enroll in a free college course.

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Catawba Clergy days

Join the Catawba Clergy Network! You’ll get access to Communities of Practice, gathering opportunities (like Catawba Clergy Days) grant opportunities, and access to the online discussion hub! Get more info and sign up below:

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Catawba Alumni on Instagram

Follow the Catawba Alumni Instagram page to stay up to date on fellow alums and special events going on. Check it out at Instagram.com/catualumni.

Career Services
Now Hiring

Handshake is an online portal where employers hire college students and new grads. Handshake can continue to provide you with professional development information and career opportunities beyond college. Catawba maintains a relationship with Handshake for our students after they graduate. Handshake can also be used after graduation, and Catawba will maintain your Handshake profile for as long as you wish to use the service.

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Upcoming Events

28th Annual Golf Classic

Friday, May 13th

Warrior Golf Club 1300 Lake Wright Rd, China Grove, NC 28023

 

Join us at our annual major fundraiser for Catawba Football each year. This year's proceeds will go towards new game uniforms, players nutrition bar,  and GPS performance trackers. There are two sessions: 8:00am and 1:30pm tee times.

RSVP
 

Be on the look out for Catawba Regional Events near YOU soon!

 

ALUMNI REGIONAL EVENTS
Catawba is coming to you! Join us for a Meet & Greet with Catawba College President Dr. David P. Nelson on the following dates:

Research Triangle, NC

Thursday, May 19th at 6:30 p.m.

Hosts: Kyle Snyder ‘96, Kate & Tim Rigsbee ’01, Blake Brewer ’17, Barbara Marshall ’72 and Randy Crumpler ‘75

RSVP

Los Angeles, CA

Saturday, June 11th at 7:00 p.m.

Hosts: Tiffany Yvonne Cox '07

RSVP
 

Homecoming Weekend!

October 21st-23rd

Who are we celebrating?

Check out the classes that are coming back below!

1972  -  1977  -  1982  -  2007  -  2012  -  2017  -  2022

 
In Memoriam

Samuel Morrow                           ’61

James F. Swicegood                   ’61

Ronald L. Nicewonger                ‘64

David R. Sloan                               ’66

Robert N. Stone                            ’73

 
Office of Alumni Relations
(704) 637-4394
alumni@catawba.edu
www.catawba.edu/alumni
 
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