The Roanoke Law Foundation is pleased to announce the recipients of the 2013 James N. Kincanon Scholarships and the 2013 Jane S. Glenn Scholarship, which were awarded on June 11 at the Annual Meeting of the Roanoke Bar Association.

The Kincanon scholarship was established in honor of James N. Kincanon, Esq., in recognition of his fifty years of service as Secretary/Treasurer of the Association. The 2013 recipients of the James N. Kincanon Scholarships are:

Thomas Daniel Frith, a North Cross School graduate who is attending Washington & Lee School of Law.

The Glenn scholarship was established in memory of Jane S. Glenn, Esq., an outstanding member of the Association who died at the early age of 50 in November, 2007. The 2013 recipient of the first annual Jane S. Glenn Scholarship is Christina Leigh Crawford, a graduate of Cave Spring High School who attends the University of Richmond School of Law.

With the 2013 awards, the Roanoke Law Foundation has awarded over $144,000 in scholarships and grants since it was established in 1997.

Submitted by the Roanoke Bar Association

The following Roanoke residents were among the 141 students from Emory & Henry College who made the Spring Dean’s List:

• Robert Aylor of Roanoke
• Jaime Lane of Roanoke
• Mark Robertson of Roanoke

To be eligible for Dean’s List, a student must achieve a semester GPA of 3.6 or better and take a minimum of 12 credit hours of course work during the semester.

Emory & Henry College is a transformative academic community located in Southwest Virginia. Recognized as a national liberal arts institution, the College is committed to the transformation of its students by providing a high quality education, distinguished by advancement toward expanded personal potential and enlightened civic responsibility.

The academic program reflects a learning community that fulfills every student’s potential and affirms the liberal arts as the intellectual foundation that leads to lives of service, productive careers, and global citizenship. Emory & Henry students join with an award-winning faculty and staff to pursue the college’s motto: Macte virtute, “Increase in Excellence.”

– Submitted by Emory & Henry College

Huberman Jeune of Roanoke was among the record number of graduate degree recipients who earned degrees from The University of Scranton at its post-baccalaureate commencement on May 25. The Jesuit university conferred 65 doctoral degrees in physical therapy and 748 master’s degrees at the ceremony held on campus.

Jeune earned a Master in Health Administration degree with a major in health administration from The University of Scranton.

Graduates represented 38 states, including Alaska, Arizona, California, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Michigan, Minnesota, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Dakota, Pennsylvania, Oregon, South Dakota, Texas and Virginia. Programs with the most graduates at Scranton were educational administration, curriculum and instruction, MBA, occupational therapy and physical therapy.

Austin Burke, president of the Greater Scranton Chamber of Commerce, served as the principal speaker. A leader in community development for four decades, Burke has served as the chamber’s president since 1981. He served in Pennsylvania Governor Ed Rendell’s cabinet as secretary for community and economic development.

“Graduates, the master’s degree you earned today will help you to prepare for a lifetime of surprises,” said Burke. “You will encounter challenges and frustrations, as well as moments of pure euphoria. My hope is that your euphoria will be intense and richly satisfying; that your euphoria will be the result of endeavors which benefit our children and grandchildren.”

University of Scranton President Kevin P. Quinn, S.J., also addressed the graduates and their guests.

Degrees were conferred by Father Quinn to candidates presented by W. Jeffrey Welsh, Ph.D., dean of the College of Graduate and Continuing Education.

– Submitted by University of Scranton

One hundred six Roanoke residents have been named to the spring semester Dean’s List at Radford University.

They are Christopher Shawn Waddell, senior exercise, sport and health education major; Nicholas Francis Pappas, junior computer science and technology major; Kathryn Diane Akers, senior nursing major; Daniel Jason Angell, senior accounting major; Camden S. Hodge, senior accounting major; Rachel Annette Hoskins, senior interdisciplinary studies major; Jasmine Yvette Jackson, senior biology major; Trevor Wyatt Stewart, senior athletic training major; Ashley Margaret Stocks, senior media studies major; Leah Rose Taylor, senior finance major; Casey Jane Tench, senior pre-nursing major; Benjamin Stewart Miller Thompson, senior anthropological sciences major; Megan Kyle Walker, senior interdisciplinary studies major; Chelsey Leanne Barba, senior interdisciplinary studies major; Erin Caitlin Clingenpeel, junior English major; Jonathan Alexander Coleman, senior history and social science major; Kirsten Farrior Cundiff, senior interdisciplinary studies major; and Katelyn Ann Dluzniewski, senior interdisciplinary studies major.

Also Amanda Raye George, senior nursing major; Amanda Mara Gravely, senior art major; Christian McVeigh Lane, senior management major; Summer Claire Lawson, junior psychology major; Kristina Danielle Henry, junior pre-nursing major; Jeremiah Steven Mobley, senior sociology major; Devin Reed Moeller, senior media studies major; Lindsay Marie Odenthal, junior interior design and fashion major; Brittany Danyelle Pannell, senior art major; Sara Paige Smith, junior accounting and finance major; Jody Douglas Smith, senior interdisciplinary studies major; Hunter Shepard Thompson, senior media studies major; Joshua Andrew Turner, senior music major; Stephanie Danielle Vance, senior interdisciplinary studies major; and Kristina Marie Walker, junior interior design and fashion major. Read more »

Photo courtesy of Laura Bowman

Photo courtesy of Laura Bowman

The Green Valley Elementary School PTA ran with a theme for Teacher and Staff Appreciation Week this year: “You’re Our Heroes!”

The students told the teachers and staff why they are their heroes via our “Hero Wall.” Capes and masks were given to all the teachers and staff, and they were treated to lots of other fun surprises throughout the week. It was a fun and inspirational way to let them know how much they’re appreciated. They truly are our heroes!

– Submitted by Laura Bowman

Here is the list of students at North Cross School who received 2012-13 Ellis Hall Awards and other recognitions.

Fourth Grade

Citizenship Award: given annually to a fourth grade student in recognition of exemplary behavior and valuable services rendered to the fourth grade students and teachers.

• Sam Clark

Nancy F. Young History Award: given annually to a fourth grade student by the North Cross Alumni Association in memory of Nancy F. Young, a dedicated and beloved fourth grade history teacher.

• Jessica Helmer

Fifth Grade

Ellis Hall Music Awards: given annually to two fifth grade students, one in band and the other in chorus, who are selected by their respective teacher, for participation and effort throughout the year.

• Band – Caroline Lystash
• Chorus – Chloe Johnson-Hodges

Ellis Hall Faculty Award: presented to the student whom the faculty believes best exemplifies good citizenship and a curious and studious academic ethic.

• Patrick Daly

Alice J. Moore Citizenship Award: given annually to a fifth grade student, who is selected by his/her classmates, in memory of Mrs. Alice J. Moore, a dedicated and beloved teacher, counselor and friend.

• Brian Bao

Academic Awards: given to fifth grade students who have an A average in every subject throughout the year.

• Lauren Daniel
• Michael Habib
• Nathalie Lemon

Perfect Attendance Awards: given to students who have achieved perfect attendance all year.

• First Grade: Attilio Ciccozzi, Maddox Haskins, Lydia Horner, Hudson Lawrence, Umair Rasul
• Second Grade: Kinsley Alcorn, Sofia Plaski
• Third Grade: Amaria Ford, Shayla Kyle
• Fourth Grade: Harrison Callis, Mahum Hashmi, Olivia Murchison
• Fifth Grade: Tobi Bankole, Michael Habib, Nathalie Lemon, Aaron Richardson

Dr. Derek O’Dell (left) with Virginia Tech Provost Dr. Mark McNamee. Photo courtesy of Joanne Milan Hawley

Derek O’Dell graduated in May from the Virginia-Maryland Regional College of Veterinary Medicine (VMRCVM) with a Doctorate in Veterinary Medicine. O’Dell received the Novartis Small Animal Surgical Excellence and Compassionate Care awards at the spring 2013 Awards Ceremony. He was also president of Omega Tau Sigma, which encourages and fosters the development of well-rounded, ethical veterinarians and through them creates a better profession on the basis of friendship, cooperation and respect for their fellow professional.  Locally, Omega Tau Sigma sponsored community outreach events such as Pet Portraits with Santa and the Easter Egg Hunt. O’Dell was also cited for leadership with the Bob Brown “Entrepreneurship” and “Team Player” awards that were voted on by his classmates.

During his professional school years, he was very engaged in the VMRCVM’s Relay for Life Teams as a tribute to his father Roger O’Dell, who died in 2012 from Acute Myeloid Leukemia.  He is married to Laura Jones O’Dell and is the son of Joanne Milan Hawley and grandson of Evelyn Milan, all of Southwest Roanoke County.

Derek is a graduate of Cave Spring High School (’05) and Virginia Tech (‘09). He is also a survivor of the 2007 shooting tragedy at Virginia Tech. He will be joining Peaks View Animal Hospital in Lynchburg starting in July.

– Submitted by Joanne Milan Hawley

If you are looking to purchase a home in the near future, we are providing to you as a community service a Free Homebuyer Seminar that is scheduled for Thursday, June 20th from 7-8 at the Roanoke County Library at 6303 Merriman Rd.

Some topics to be discussed are home owners insurance, what is a home warranty, the benefits of pre-qualifying for a mortgage and understanding your options for mortgages. There will be a question and answer session for your convenience, questions being answered by local real estate agents from Long and Foster, a mortgage officer from BB&T and representatives from Long and Foster insurance and Mid State Title. For any question or to reserve a seat email at roanokerealeststeteam@hotmail.com.

Submitted by Debra Wanek 

The following local residents have been named to the Dean’s List at Clemson University for the spring 2013 semester:

• Ian Patrick Forbes of Roanoke, who is majoring in Bioengineering
• Sarah Christian Mallare of Roanoke, who is majoring in Parks, Recreation and Tourism Management (Travel and Tourism)

To be named to the Dean’s List, a student must achieve a GPA between 3.50 and 3.99 on a 4.0 scale.

Ranked No. 25 among national public universities, Clemson University is a major, land-grant, science- and engineering-oriented research university that maintains a strong commitment to teaching and student success. Clemson is an inclusive, student-centered community characterized by high academic standards, a culture of collaboration, school spirit, and a competitive drive to excel.

– Submitted by Clemson University

Margo Vitello from Faith Christian School sent us the A and A/B Honor Roll for their Spring semester:

Faith Christian School, a K-12 Christian classical in Roanoke County is pleased to announce its second semester A (4.0) Honor Roll listing.

Fourth Grade: Vincent Brookins, Hunter Dunnington, Wyatt Forney, Luke Kovats, Micah Lowe, Jacob Mardian, Ashlyn Moorman, Skyelar Nelson

Fifth Grade: Cora Carmouche, Sydney Carmouche, Catherine Kagey, Taylor Robertson, Olivia Shreeman

Erin Wienke

Sixth Grade: Ian Alligood, Katelyn Crosby, Sarah Mayerchak, Candice Mulinda, Caroline Rose

Seventh Grade: Catherine Denekas, Rachel Hall, Jessie Whitmore

Eighth Grade: Timothy Alligood, Cami Andrews, Karlee Lanum, Sarah Shepherd

Ninth Grade: Andrew Grider, Matthew Withers

Tenth Grade: Paige Andrews, Caroline Byrd, Isaac Elliott, Christen Haig, Jaina Lanum, Carly Mulinda

Eleventh Grade: John Haig

Twelfth Grade: Morgan Claybrook, Ciara Craddock, Claire Merian

FCS is pleased to present its A-B (3.5+) Honor roll listing for the second semester:

Fourth Grade: Abigail Aldridge, Maigan Aldridge, Catherine Cunningham, Lauren Duff, Georgia Enyart, Holden Jeffords, Thommy Kelly, Hayden King, Daniel Leyes, Zachary Mayerchak, Katie Mitchell, Reed Pendleton, Sophie Rakes, Chase Robertson, Josh Smith, Hayden Whitenack

Fifth Grade: Ethan Bane, Hannah Bush, Briggs Cooper, Anna Cox, Zachary Figart, Megan Kagey, Sara Oyler, Emily Reed, Tigerlilly Thompson, Kateleigh Wampler, Connor Wilson, Nicholas Witt

Sixth Grade: Eloise Chandler, Crawford Enyart, Emily Garner, Madelyn Gregory, Nadia Martin, Zachary Neal, Mary Gin Shepherd, Jonathan Stanley, Jenna Weber

Seventh Grade: Andrew Caywood, Andrew Cunningham, Abigail Hall, Abigail Janney, Emily Kagey, Addison Lilley, Madeline Neal, Sara Beth Newton, Sydney Rakes,

Eighth Grade: Laura Bailey, Braden Dean, John Garst, Mason Lavinder, Ethan Mackey, Alyssa Moorman, Norah Mulinda, Jonathan Patane, Casey Preuss, Annabel Riebel, Trent Robinson, Madelaine Shreeman, Fran Wampler

Ninth Grade: Charlton Graninger, Kerith Jones, Andrew Waldo

Tenth Grade: Austin Bane, Morgan Bryant, Jesse Clinton, Amelia Dalton, Adam Hall, Katie Sayers,Colby Schemm

Eleventh Grade: Connor Clinton, Tootie Smith

Twelfth Grade: John Codington, Jacob Fuller, David Hines, Regan Huisman, Joseph Katt, Molly Koch, Megan Martin, Katherine Quiroz

Submitted by Margo Vitello