In December 2006, the McNair Advisory Committee invited 13 students to participate in the Concord University McNair Scholars Program:
Kylene A. Babski ( Princeton, WV): Studio Art; Concord University
Faithen M. Burkhammer ( Parkersburg, WV): Psychology; Concord University
Elizabeth J. “Jodie” Burton ( Bluefield, WV): Social Science; Bluefield State College
Akeya S. Carter-Bozman ( Beckley, WV): Social Work; Concord University
Ruth E. Clausen ( Lindside, WV): Advertising/Graphic Design; Concord University
Marsha K. Edwards (True, WV): Social Work; Concord University
Jared D. Fontaine ( Athens, WV): Political Science; Concord University
Donna P. Franks ( Princeton, WV): Elementary Education; Concord University
Katie M. Hendrickson (Crab Orchard, WV): Chemistry/General Science; Concord University
Sarah Jane Rhodes ( Charlton Heights, WV): Pre-Professional Biology; Concord University
Jason S. Ross ( Princeton, WV): Psychology; Concord University
Matthew E. Tote ( Bluefield, WV): Music History; Concord University
Harry E. “Gene” Whitlow, Jr. ( Princeton, WV): Education; Bluefield State College
Two Scholars from a previous cohort also elected to begin their McNair experience Spring 2007:
Simmone T. Johnson ( Charleston, WV): Psychology; West Virginia State University
Shanequa Smith ( Charleston, WV): Business; West Virginia State University
The McNair Scholars Program offers a number of services to prepare college students for graduate study. Each of the Scholars has an opportunity to conduct a faculty-supervised research project and present findings at a professional conference. Scholars also participate in a 4-week Summer Research Internship at Concord University which includes research-related seminars, graduate school visits, and cultural enrichment activities.
For more information on the McNair Scholars Program, please contact the McNair Staff at 304-384-5153 or lkarnes@concord.edu.