SCHOLARSHIP HALL OF FAME

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1 RALEIGH- WAKE ALUMNI CHAPTER SCHOLARSHIP HALL OF FAME The Raleigh- Wake Chapte r of the National Alumni Association of Shaw University is the sponsor for the Scholarship Hall of Fame. This event recognizes annually Rale igh- Wake Chapter Alumni and community leaders for their outstanding contributions in the areas of leadership, community services, volunteerism, professional involvement and achievement. The objective of the Raleigh- Wake Alumni Chapte r Scholarship Hall of Fame is to recognize outstanding Rale igh- Wake Chapte r Alumni and community le ade rs, inspire and motivate others, and celebrate the successful contributions of Shaw University alumni. The Hall of Fame Banquet serves as a vehicle to assist in raising funds for scholarships for talented and academically gifted Shaw University students.

2 The National Alumni Association of Shaw University, Inc. Raleigh-Wake Alumni Chapter Raleigh, North Carolina 2014 Scholarship Hall of Fame Alumni Banquet Recognizing Outstanding Alumni and Community Leaders Doubletree by Hilton Brownstone Hotel 1707 Hillsboro Street, Raleigh, NC Friday, June 20, :30 PM Raleigh, NC Revised - 11/7/2013

3 WHAT IS IT? Raleigh- Wake Chapter Alumni Hall of Fame Nomination Procedures Raleigh- Wake Chapter of The National Alumni Association of Shaw University, Inc. is the sponsor for the Raleigh- Wake Chapter Alumni Hall of Fame. This event recognizes Raleigh- Wake Chapter Alumni and community leaders for their outstanding contributions in the areas of leadership, community services, volunteerism, professional involvement and achievement. Recipients are recognized annually during the Scholarship/Hall of Fame Banquet. At least three to four community leaders or other categories, not from Raleigh- Wake Chapter membership, will be selected annually and recognized based upon their outstanding contributions to their profession, community, commitment to Shaw University and civic involvement. OBJECTIVE The objective of the Raleigh- Wake Alumni Chapter Hall of Fame is to annually recognize outstanding Raleigh- Wake Chapter Alumni by celebrating their noteworthy accomplishments and contributions to Shaw University, society and the nation, by recognizing community leaders, to inspire and motivate others to achieve. The Banquet will also serve as a vehicle to assist in raising funds for scholarships for talented and academically gifted Shaw University students. WHO IS ELIGIBLE TO BE SELECTED Selection to the Raleigh- Wake Alumni Chapter Hall of Fame will be based on the following criteria: Raleigh- Wake Chapter Leadership Recognition Be a member of the Raleigh- Wake Alumni Chapter for two years Be nominated by required deadline of December 31, 2013 with submission of completed nomination form, and resume. Demonstrate: o Leadership involvement o o o o Community service Outstanding achievements, professional involvement Volunteerism Commitment to Shaw University OTHER CATEGORIES (Nominees in these categories to do not have to be Raleigh- Wake Chapter Alumni Member Community Service Leadership Recognition Faith- Based Leadership Revised - 11/7/2013

4 Political and Public Service Leadership Medical Leadership Educational Leadership Arts and Entertainment Leadership o Demonstrate strong leadership through contributions to their profession, community, civic organization, church, etc., that impact individuals throughout the city, state and/or nation. o Demonstrate commitment to Shaw University o Demonstrate outstanding achievements, professional involvement REQUIREMENTS Individuals selected to be inducted in the Raleigh- Wake Alumni Hall of Fame are to be commended for their selection of this outstanding honor. Each honoree will be expected to attend the Scholarship/Hall of Fame Banquet and make a 2-3 minute acceptance speech. Honorees are encouraged to sell at least three tables (24-30 tickets) to family and friends, as well as encourage individuals and organizations to purchase ads or sponsorships in the Banquet Souvenir Program Book. Funds raised from the sell of ads and sponsorship pages are used to offset the cost of the Awards banquet and provide funding for student scholarships. Each honoree is provided two complimentary banquet tickets and reserved seating for themselves and their guests. The names of honorees selected to the Raleigh- Wake Alumni Hall of Fame will be added to a plaque that will be housed at Shaw University. All honorees are considered members of an elite group of individuals and encouraged to attend the Hall of Fame Banquet annually. Previous year Hall of Fame honorees will be recognized each year at the Scholarship Hall of Fame Banquet. WHO TO CONTACT Completed Hall of Fame Nomination forms and/or other documentation should be submitted to the address listed below: C/O Wanda C. White, Chairperson Scholarship/ Hall of Fame Committee Raleigh- Wake Chapter of NAASU PO Box Raleigh, NC wjwhite4@aol.com Revised - 11/7/2013

5 RALEIGH-WAKE CHAPTER OF THE NATIONAL ALUMNI ASSOCIATION OF SHAW UNIVERSITY, Inc. PRESENTS 2014 Scholarship Hall of Fame Honorees Dr. George C. Debnam (Medical Field) Shaw University Graduate Profession - Medical Doctor (Retired) Currently serving on the Shaw University Board of Trustees Former Shaw University physician Writes Shaw University history and citations Chair of Shaw University Board of Trustees ( ) Chair of NC Central Univ. Board of Trustees Co- founder of the Male Friends of Distinction, a self- help- organization for young African Americans Name Doctor of the Year National Medical Association 1977 Doctor of Year by Wake County Medical Society Member - L. A. Scruggs Medical Society Member of National Medical Association Member of the NC Medical Society and American Medical Association Dr. Norman Camp (Leadership) Shaw University Graduate NC Dept. of Public Instruction (Retired) Member Raleigh Wake Chapter and National Alumni Association Office of State Assistant Superintendent Instructional Services PHD. Science Education North Carolina State University Master of Chemistry - North Carolina Central University Master of Science Inorganic Chemistry - Arizona State University Chairman Downtown Housing Improvement Corporation (2013) Chairman, Partners for Environmental Justice (1996- present) Chairman, South Citizens Advisory Council (To City Council, 1996 present) President, Wake County Democratic Men s Club ( ) Special Assistant to the President for Program Development and Administration, Shaw University Special Assistant to the Chancellor Director of mall Business and Technology Elizabeth City State University Dean, Division of Arts and Sciences, Denmark Technical College, SC 1

6 Ms. Shirley Hinton (Leadership) Shaw University Graduate Business Owner SAH Consulting Get IT Straight Guides Clients in Organizing home offices Former Computer Systems Engineer and Program Manager at IBM. Retired in 2003 from IBM after 36 and ½ years Fordham University with a Master of Science Degree in Education UNCF Secretary of Raleigh- Wake Steering Committee 2014 Shaw University NAA Executive Vice President Shaw University National Alumni Association (NAA) President Chairperson of Raleigh Delta Sigma Theta Alumnae Charity Ball Chairperson Shaw University President s Inauguration Gift Committee - Treasurer, National Association of Professional s Organization Serves as a Mentor to Shaw University Student Shaw University NAA North East Regional Vice President 1990 s Received IBM Vice President s Excellence Award Who s Who in American Women Award Elijah Shaw Meritorious Service Award NAFEO Distinguished Alumni Award Shaw University Distinguished Alumni Award Ms. Ayoka Gay (Leadership) Shaw University Graduate Graduate Southern Methodist University (Master s Degree) Employed as Requirements Manager, BlackBerry Vice President- Young Alumni National Alumni Assoc. of Shaw University Chair, Membership Events Sub- Committee, Raleigh Alumni Chapter Member National Society of Black Engineers Created and actively manage Facebook and Twitter accounts RWAC and NAA Designed new RWAC/NAA t- shirts Journalist, Fort Worth Alumnae Chapter, Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Vice President, Fort Worth Alumnae Chapter, Delta Sigma Theta Sorority 2

7 Ms. Delphine Parker (Leadership) Shaw University Graduate Employed Duke Energy, Associate Buyer Chairperson License Plate Committee RWAC Fundraising Chairperson 2008 Present Founders Day Committee Chair- Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. NAA Liaison Homecoming Committee Northeast Original Free Will Baptist Church Scholarship Committee Member Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. Oxford s Children Home prepared gift packages for children Donated African American books to Wake County Libraries Contributes to Dress for Success Interact Women s Shelter Shepherd s Table feeding the Homeless Volunteer Duke Energy Member of NAA and Raleigh- Wake Alumni Association Mr. Ramon Jackson (Community Services) Shaw University Graduate Entrepreneur Master of Ministry Moody Bible Institute August 2014 Pastor First World Wide Ministries (2010 to present) Associate Minister Light House Baptist Church (August 2009) Executive Security Minister- Salem Baptist Church Chicago (Provide Church Consultant Greater Chicagoland Church Commission Worldwide Development Acts as General Contractor for various rehab projects, new construction and condominium conversions. Oversees community food banks in two states in underserved communities. Provides more than 280,000 meals to families Citywide consultant and executive trainer to churches throughout the Chicago area Consultant to local area pastors and clergy Member of the Raleigh- Wake Chapter 3

8 Mr. Gerald Hinton (Entertainment Field) Attended Shaw University Majored Drama, minored in music Self- Employed (Entertainer), songwriter and performer Health and Wellness Activist Recording Artist with Davin Records Versatile and innovative Gospel artist Completed six albums, Latest release 10/2013 Journey of Love First Raleigh Area gospel Artist to sign major record deal with Malaaco Records Stellar Award Nominee, 2006 Song Writer Award Former lead Vocalist of Howard Thomas & the Pearly Gates Former member of Johnny Holloway and the Gospel Jubilees (Group evolved into what is now Gerald Hinton and the New Redeemers) Previous performed at the Raleigh- Wake Alumni Hall of Fame Banquet. Volunteer performer for the 2013 Shaw University UNCF Gala Ms. Coprecia Robinson (Community Services) Employer: Assistant Director, Happy Face Pre- School Graduate UNC Greensboro, May 2014 Graduate Wake Technical Community College Licensed Early Childhood Education Consultant Wake County Smart Start Teach of the Year Outstanding Leadership Recognition- Wake County Smart Start Program Recruiter Wake County Smart Start Pre- Kindergarten Women of the Year St. Matthews AME President Pastors Aid, President Usher Board St. Matthews AME Former Campaign Manager John Baker, Wake Co. Sherriff Community Service Broadcasting and Media Relations, St. Matthews Church AME Member of Flood Education Community Organization Volunteer March of Dime Walkathon WAUG 750 Community Service Broadcasting Member National Association for Early Child Education Meredith College Early Childhood Education Advisory Board Member Shaw University Booster Club 4