Volume 132, March 8, 2024 | |
Nursing Cohort Triumphs with Perfect Score | |
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Congratulations to Cohort 9! The Fall 2023 graduates of Reinhardt University's Cauble School of Nursing and Health Sciences achieved a 100% pass rate on the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX-RN) exam, well above national and state averages. This accomplishment marks the fourth time a cohort has achieved a perfect pass rate since the program’s inception in 2018.
“This is a significant achievement worth our praise,” says President Dr. Mark A. Roberts. “It shows the extraordinary outcomes students gain when they attend Reinhardt.”
To become state licensed, graduated students must pass the NCLEX. These successful alumni are proudly entering a noble profession to help improve the lives of others.
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Alumnus Elected to Canton City Government | |
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Photo: Travis Johnson (RU-2005) being sworn in as Canton city councilman by Mayor Bill Grant and is accompanied by his wife Leah and daughters Nora and Morgan.
“My favorite part about being a member of council is that it’s non-partisan. I love that we simply just get to do the work without partisan influence. JoEllen Wilson (RU – 1961) did a fantastic job of that and when she was ready to step away, it was my honor to run behind such a pioneer!” These are the words of Travis Johnson (RU – 2005), a Reinhardt alumnus, who assumed his elected position as a Canton City councilman in January of 2024.
Johnson strives to learn from and build upon what Wilson was able to accomplish while serving, saying. “She was always fair and objective in her approach.” Johnson’s character is evident, not only with dedication to his new position, but his belief in investing his councilor stipend back into the community.
Johnson is also giving back to Reinhardt, serving as a member of the Alumni Board of Governors and as a member of the University’s President’s Advisory and Advocacy Council. He especially enjoys hosting and supporting the Eagles men’s and women’s basketball teams in his home where they enjoy meals and conversation. One of his greatest honors in his life, Johnson claims, was being invited on campus as the keynote speaker to address the incoming freshman class in 2022.
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Photo courtesy: Em Danielle Photography
This month’s edition of Enjoy Cherokee Magazine features Jessica Akers (RU - 2005 & 2011) as one of the most recognize women shaping the arts in Cherokee County. An article, “The Showrunner,” highlights the work of Jessica Akers, executive director of the Falany Performing Arts Center (FPAC).
Akers creates impactful and inclusive experiences, connects with patrons, and helps people of all ages discover a love for the arts. She describes FPAC as a venue for joyful moments and explains that she enjoys being a memory maker.
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Emeritus Professor Continues His Scholarship | |
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Retirement for one Reinhardt professor emeritus consists of writing, speaking and other scholarly activities. Dr. A. Wayne Glowka taught for 40 years, including 13 years at Reinhardt where he retired in 2020 as dean of the School of Arts and Humanities.
Dr. Glowka’s enthusiasm for literature remains as strong as it did when in the classroom. In three years, he wrote four novels — a three-book series called Harry Mature and His Friends and a horror story, Hacking the Appalachian Trail (2022, independently published). The trilogy follows a man’s journey after retiring and becoming widowed and is composed of the titles Trout and Other Mythical Beings (2021, independently published), The Taming of Wild Bill (2022, independently published), and the Book Club Ladies (2023, independently published).
Currently, Dr. Glowka discusses the life and works of English poet John Donne (1572–1631) at The Episcopal Church of The Holy Family in Jasper, Georgia. His five different sessions tie into Lent, and include discussing Donne’s hesitancy to become a priest, his preachings about love, repentance, death, and resurrection, his lyricism, and his work “Hymn to God the Father.”
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Registration Opens for the Dave Henritze Scholarship Golf Classic | |
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The 36th annual Dave Henritze Scholarship Golf Classic tees off on Tuesday, May 7th. Golfers can enjoy playing the course at Capital City Club Crabapple in Milton, GA. The event supports Reinhardt University student scholarships.
The event includes 18-hole course play, a putting contest, one mulligan, door prizes, breakfast and a banquet following the tournament. This golf classic honors David Henritze (1923-2000) who served as a Reinhardt trustee and was a driving force behind the success of this event for over a decade. Participants carry on his legacy to make an impact on students’ success.
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Eagles Compete at Nationals | |
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Eight wrestlers represented Reinhardt at the NAIA Nationals in Kansas last week, following the team’s third place finish in the AAC. Angel Banda (RU – 2024), Domenico DiGena (RU – 2027), Dawson Bates (RU – 2025), Trevor Burdick (RU - 2023 & 2024), Matt Jenkins (RU - 2023 & 2024), Curt Thomas (RU – 2026), John Lovett (RU – 2027), and Gavin Harper (RU – 2027) earned their way into the tournament. Burdick became a three-time NAIA all-American after making the finals and being awarded fourth place in the 157-weight class.
As the indoor track season ended, Andrew Paolozzi’s (RU – 2025) AAC title in the weight throw allowed him to advance to compete nationally. His participation in the NAIA Indoor National Championships in South Dakota was his third straight appearance at nationals (indoor and outdoor combined).
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Daylight Saving Time
Sunday, March 10, 2:00 a.m.
A friendly reminder to change your clocks this weekend - one hour ahead.
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The Everly Set
Saturday, March 23
3:00 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.
Falany Performing Arts Center
Acclaimed singer-songwriters Sean Altman (Rockapella founder) and Jack Skuller (Disney Recording Artist) present the ultimate concert celebration of the legendary Everly Brothers. Be whisked away to 1957 when teens Phil and Don Everly first supercharged the sound of Rock ’n’ Roll with the sparkling harmonies. The Everly Set’s vocals and keen wit will have your audience singing, laughing, and dancing in the aisles!
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North Georgia Youth Wind Symphony with the Atlanta Wind Symphony
Sunday, March 24, 3:00 p.m.
Falany Performing Arts Center
An extraordinary partnership performance of this premiere youth ensemble in its inaugural season. Talented high school students from around the region have joined to create exceptional music. Each symphony will perform separately, as well as together. This concert will be impressive!
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Career Connection Expo
Wednesday, March 27
5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Brown Athletic Center
Free admission!
Registration recommended.
This job fair is an in-person opportunity for employers to recruit top talent for their workforce, and job seekers to make connections.
Employers register HERE
Participants register HERE
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Waleska Community
Easter Sunrise Service
Sunday, March 31, 7:00 a.m.
at Donor Plaza, near the Student Center
All are invited to join an outdoor worship service on Easter Sunday. Hosted by Hillside Community Church, Shoal Creek Baptist Church, Waleska United Methodist Church, and Reinhardt University
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The University Choir
Sunday, April 7, 3:00 p.m.
Falany Performing Arts Center
Free admission!
A select ensemble under the direction of Dr. Martha Shaw. This spectacular group performs as part of the University performing arts series.
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Ride the Cyclone
Fridays, April 12 & 19, 7:30 p.m.
Saturdays, April 13 & 20, 7:30 p.m.
Sundays, April 14 & 21, 3:00 p.m.
at the University Theater
* Content Advisory * Recommended for audiences 16 and up. Contains adult language and sexual content.
A dark and quirky contemporary musical which tells the story of members of a high school chamber choir in Uranium City, Saskatchewan, who perished on a faulty roller coaster called the Cyclone. Each member tells their story via autotune hip hop, rock, pop, jazz, musical theatre, and/or choral styles for the chance to win the "return to life" reward from a mechanical fortune teller.
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Remembrance Service
Thursday, April 18, 12:00 p.m.
at Donor Plaza, near the Student Center
This annual heartfelt commemoration honors the lives of those who have passed away in the past year and is open to anyone in the Reinhardt community.
If you would like to have a loved one be included in the reading of names, please email Whitney.Spear@reinhardt.edu
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United Methodist Scholarship Golf Outing
Wednesday, May 15
Lake Arrowhead Yacht & Country Club
Tee off in the 31st annual tournament, supporting student scholarships.
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