News from President Tom Jackson, Jr.
Nov. 19, 2014
BHSU Inaugurates Dr. Tom Jackson, Jr.,
as
President
The faculty, staff, students, alumni, and friends of BHSU celebrated the inauguration of President Jackson
on Nov. 15. Delegates, dignitaries, students, family, and friends congratulated President Jackson and
pledged their support in his new leadership role.
The inauguration ceremony included greetings to the President from the Dean Krogman, president of
the South Dakota Board of Regents; Dana Boke, mayor of Spearfish;
Dr. Parthasarathi Nag, Faculty Senate president; and Chase Vogel,
president of the BHSU Student Senate.
The inauguration theme, “Spirit of the Hills” was ever-present
throughout inauguration day with evergreen trees lining the stage,
a historical reflection on the Black Hills prepared by Dean of the
College of Liberal Arts Dr. David Wolff, and presentation of the
star quilt symbolizing understanding and honor.
Being a university president
is an honor. Every day I
wake up and have the chance
to work with the smartest,
kindest, most ambitious, most
humble people on the planet.
Former BHSU presidents Dr. Thomas
Flickema and Dr. Kay Schallenkamp
present President Jackson with the BHSU
medallion.
I get to work with scientists,
and future scientists; teachers,
and future teachers; business
leaders, and future business
leaders; and artists in all
fields.
Inauguration day was a
celebration of the Spirit of the
Hills and a celebration of you
- the individuals who invest
time, talent, and treasure in
BHSU. The inauguration
week raised awareness for
scholarships, our history, and
the importance of education.
Rosie Sprague (left) shakes hands with President Jackson after
presentation of the star quilt. Dr. Urla Marcus speaks about the
significance of the star quilt and Jace DeCory (right) assists in the star
quilt presentation.
Spirit
BHSU alumni carry flags proclaiming the
history of the university in emblem and name.
Thank you for your support
as we continue this journey
together.
of the
Hills
on
Social Media
In honor of the inauguration theme, “Spirit of the Hills,”
the BHSU community was invited to share what they love
about the Black Hills on Facebook and Twitter. Here’s a few
of the President’s favorites:
“A place I call home in my heart...many of my family are
alumni grads including myself and husband. Always feel at home
when I drive down Jackson.” - Kathy Nicholas
“Coming to Spearfish was the best thing I’ve done when it
comes to my post-secondary education. The best live in the west,
and I know my new home is found inside of BHSU’s walls.”
- Gavin Daniel Brucklacher
“A place to grow, explore, love, learn, and live! The Black Hills
are in my heart and in my soul.” - Kaitie Louise Schneider
Students from the BHSU “Beeline” Drumline
kicked-off the inauguration reception with a mix
of exciting beats and cadence.
Watch
the
Inauguration Events Raise Funds
Spirit
for
of the
Hills Video
Student Scholarships
Several events were held to celebrate President Jackson’s Inauguration and to raise funds for student
scholarships. Approximately $11,500 in scholarship funds was raised through generous support of BHSU
faculty, staff, alumni, and friends.
News from President Tom Jackson, Jr.
Nov. 19, 2014
President Jackson Hosts Veteran’s Day Luncheon
President Jackson hosted a Veteran’s Day Luncheon
earlier this month for BHSU students, faculty, staff, and
community service members. Jackson gave each Veteran
in attendance a BHSU challenge coin with a Yellow Jacket
insignia in recognition of their military service.
The Yellow Jacket Vets Club also placed 200-plus flags on
campus to honor student veterans for Veteran’s Day. Each
flag represents one student veteran on campus.
BHSU Student Wins International Business Scholarship
Samantha Johnson, business administration major
from Spearfish, received a $7,000 Women in Business
Scholarship from Zonta International. Johnson is one of
12 women worldwide to receive this honor.
Dr. Priscilla Romkema, dean of the College of Business
and Natural Sciences, said the award is a huge recognition
of Johnson’s academic abilities, leadership skills, and her
future possibilities. Johnson plans to pursue her Ph.D. in
economics next fall.
Top
Tweets
Nov 15
Inauguration day.
Thanks to everyone
who helped make
this day possible.
I’m truly blessed.
#SpiritoftheHills
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Jackson, Jr. on Twitter
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Sanford Underground Lab Welcomes BHSU Student Intern
Up & Coming
Adam Gomez (right), a mass communication
and graphic design major from Spearfish, works
4,850 feet below ground in Sanford Lab’s Majorana
Clean Room. Gomez is interning with the Sanford
Underground Research Facility in Lead this school
year creating videos for the new Visitors Center.
“The internship is a great opportunity to
get invaluable real world experience before I
graduate in May,” said Gomez. “And getting to go
underground is way cool!”
Photo credit: Sanford Lab and Matt Kapust
BHSU Professor Gives Equivalent of 19 Years’ Salary
‘Make a Difference’ Scholarship Initiative
Audiences will be treated to a full
evening of food, music, and theatrical
entertainment at BHSU’s presentation
of “A Madrigal Dinner” December
4-7. The annual fundraising event for
BHSU’s music department features a
small ensemble of singers dressed in
Renaissance garb.
for
Dr. James Hess, professor of psychology and chair of the School
of Behavioral Sciences at BHSU, recently pledged a $1 million gift
to establish the School of Behavioral Sciences Make a Difference
Initiative. In exchange for scholarship funds, students will be
challenged to lead sustainable community projects designed to make
a difference in the lives of others.
“Even while they’re receiving funds from the Initiative, I want
our scholarship recipients to engage and make a difference in the
lives of others,” said Hess. “I want the students to remember their
experience years from now, changing their attitude and encouraging
them to continue giving back.”
BHSU students will present
Jacob Marley’s Christmas Carol in
Pangburn Theatre December 4-6.
Students will defend their capstone
work for the University Honors
Program on December 4. Topics
include tournament theory and the
social function of allegories.
The Fall Commencement
Ceremony will be held December 13
in the Young Center.
For more information on these
and other events, check the BHSU
Campus Calendar.