Former Governor Paul E. Patton appointed Pikeville College president

PIKEVILLE, Ky. — The Board of Trustees at Pikeville College has announced the appointment of former Kentucky Gov. Paul E. Patton as the 18th president of the college.

During his eight years as governor, Patton was a national leader, particularly in higher education policy. Patton replaces interim President Boyd R. Buser, D.O., vice president and dean of the Pikeville College School of Osteopathic Medicine. Buser served as interim president following the resignation of Dr. Michael Looney.

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Welcome Back!

Pikeville College students were welcomed back to campus Aug. 17 with a Boardwalk Street Fair set up along Sycamore Street in front of the Administration Building. The event featured a tie-dye T-shirt station, funny photos, karaoke, games, face painting, portrait sketches and giveaways. Fall semester classes begin Aug. 19. Among the offerings this fall are a Bachelor of Social Work degree and the institution’s first-ever Army Reserve Officers’ Training Corps (ROTC) program. Students are also returning to a newly-renovated Bears’ Den, which has been relocated to its original site in the Marvin Student Center. The facility houses “Java City,” in partnership with Aramark Corp., the college’s food service provider. The café features sandwiches, entree salads, pastries and desserts in addition to a variety of coffees, espressos, specialty coffee drinks and smoothies.

Pikeville College celebrates 121 years

PIKEVILLE, Ky. – Borrowing from the wisdom of the Psalmist, “Prospiciam Ad Montes,” or “Look to the Mountains,” became the time-honored promise of an institution of higher learning that has served the youth of the mountains for more than a century. On Tuesday, Aug. 25, Pikeville College will welcome students and commemorate its 121st year during Opening Convocation.

Professors will don their academic regalia for the formal ceremony, which will be led by the bearer of the ceremonial mace. The convocation address will be delivered by William J. Baird, III.

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Campus News

PCSOM ranked among top schools in rural medicine

PIKEVILLE, Ky. — The Pikeville College School of Osteopathic Medicine (PCSOM) has earned high marks as one of the top 20 medical schools in the nation in rural medicine.

The rankings were released as part of U.S. News & World Report’s 2009 online edition of “America’s Best Graduate Schools.” PCSOM also ranked fourth in the country in the percentage of graduates entering primary care residencies.

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‘Tell me where it hurts’
PCSOM recruiting patients for new program

PIKEVILLE, Ky. — “I have terrible, pounding headaches,” the young woman tells the student-doctor. Looking at her chart he asks, “How often do your headaches occur?” A tired expression on her face and hint of worry in her voice, she begins to answer the questions that will help him determine the cause of her pain.

Today, she’s complaining of headaches, nausea and a sensitivity to light. On her next “visit” she just might be experiencing heart palpitations, a nagging cough or something more as a participant in the Standardized Patient and Human Model program at the Pikeville College School of Osteopathic Medicine (PCSOM).

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Smith named president emeritus

Harold H. (Hal) Smith, who served as president of Pikeville College from 1997-2009, has been named President Emeritus of the college. Board chairman Terry Dotson made the announcement during the undergraduate commencement ceremony in May. While at Pikeville, Smith and his wife, Karen, were partners in advancing the mission of the institution and sharing the “value” of education for all. During their 12-year tenure, the college graduated more than 2,000 undergraduates, including 250 nurses and more than 200 teachers, most of who are serving in this region. And, the medical school graduated nearly 500 new physicians, the vast majority of whom are working in primary care, mostly in medically underserved areas. Smith was also honored during the Pike County Chamber of Commerce’s annual banquet in July, receiving the Lon B. and Mary Evelyn Rogers Lifetime Achievement Award.

EQT Science & Math Camp at Pikeville College

From dissecting squid and launching hand-made rockets to discovering DNA, students had many opportunities to explore astronomy, biology, physics, chemistry and computer science. Nearly 180 students participated in Pikeville College’s Science & Math Camp this summer, one of the most popular programs for middle school students entering grades 5 through 8. This year’s camps were sponsored by EQT.

Designed to stimulate interest in math and science, students were introduced to a number of hands-on activities and students also traveled to the Center of Science and Industry (COSI) in Columbus, Ohio.

“The environment of the Science & Math Day Camp alone inspires a lot in the campers; they really feed off each other,” said Robert Arts, Ph.D., director of the camp and a professor of education and physics at Pikeville College. “What makes the Science & Math Day Camp such a successful and exciting time for the youth who attend is the student-centered philosophy, science activities that feel meaningful, and a fun and aesthetic environment.”

“I’d like to thank EQT for their generous support for each of our two weeks of camp and to The East Kentucky Regional Gear-Up program for sponsoring the seventh and eighth grade Gear-Up students,” said Arts.

“As a technology leader in the natural gas industry, EQT certainly understands the value of strong math and science skills, and the need to help young minds develop an early interest and appreciation for the role these subjects play in our country’s success,” said Pam Coates, community relations manager for EQT. “Supporting programs like the Science & Math Day Camp, which encourage children to use their natural curiosity and learn real world applications for their newfound science and technology skills, is a definite win for all of us.”

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Save the date for Homecoming

Students, alumni and friends are invited to join us on the hill for Homecoming Week, October 12-17. Events will include the traditional lighting of the campus, basketball blast-off, the homecoming football game and more! Visit www.pc.edu in the coming weeks for details.

Athletics

Expo Extravaganza: College moving home games to Expo

PIKEVILLE, Ky. — Pikeville College and the East Kentucky Expo Center have reached an agreement that will move the majority of the school’s home basketball schedule to the facility this season.

The announcement came today in a 3 p.m. press conference held at the Expo Center.

The men’s basketball team will use the Expo Center as its home facility for all but two dates, while the women’s team will play at the arena for all events save five.

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Athletics schedules released

Football

Men’s Bowling

Men’s Soccer

Volleyball

Women’s Bowling

Women’s Soccer

Alumni Highlights

Hammond named Alumni Association president

PIKEVILLE, Ky. — Kay Hammond was recently named president of the Pikeville College Alumni Association. She will work with alumni board members to plan reunions, banquets, and campus celebrations that support the mission of the College.

The goal of the alumni association, and its 11,000 members, is to serve as the thread that binds alumni and Pikeville College. The alumni association consists of graduates and others who have attended Pikeville College.

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Hatton receives Arnold P. Gold Foundation honor

PIKEVILLE, Ky. — Twana Hatton, D.O., recently received The Arnold P. Gold Foundation Humanism and Excellence in Teaching Award. A 2007 graduate of the Pikeville College School of Osteopathic Medicine (PCSOM), Hatton is currently a family medicine resident at St. Claire Regional Medical Center in Morehead, Ky.

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Mark your Calendar!

Tuesday, August 25
11 a.m. Opening Convocation
Guest speaker: William J. Baird, III
(Booth Auditorium)

Saturday, September 5
4 p.m. Spirit Rally & Tailgate Party hosted by PC Alumni Association
(Hambley Athletics Complex)
6 p.m. Bears Football vs. Brevard College
(Hambley Athletics Complex)

Saturday, September 12
7 p.m. White Coat Ceremony
Guest speaker: Larry Wickless, D.O. AOA President
(Booth Auditorium)

Saturday, September 26
4 p.m. Spirit Rally & Tailgate Party hosted by PC Alumni Association
(Hambley Athletics Complex)
6 p.m. Bears Football vs. Kentucky Christian University
(Hambley Athletics Complex)

October 12-17
Homecoming Week
(Campus-wide)

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