March 8, 2024

KALEE RUSSELL '27 CROWNED 2024 MISS HUNTINGDON

11 dynamic, talented, and involved campus leaders graced the stage of Ligon Chapel on Saturday, March 2, for the 2024 Miss Huntingdon pageant. A complete list of winners can be found here.

DR. JOY J. MOORE SHARED A JOYFUL MESSAGE MONDAY NIGHT

A full house gathered in Smith Hall Monday night to hear Dr. Joy J. Moore, Huntingdon's Visiting Professor of Religion, deliver a Chapman-Benson Lecture titled "Good News in an Age of Contempt." Dr. Moore is leading a preaching workshop on campus today and will be speaking at Tuesday Night Worship on March 26.

14 AND OH, MY!

The Huntingdon softball team continues their dominating start to the season. The Lady Hawks crushed Millsaps twice on Sunday and swept Birmingham-Southern Wednesday night in a double header to move to 14-0 on the season. Our Lady Hawks will take their winning ways to North Carolina this weekend. Hawk 'em!

JACKSON HOME TURNED 100

Happy 100th birthday to Miriam Jackson Home!

Dedicated on March 6, 1924, the building was a gift from Dr. and Mrs. Fred M. Jackson of Birmingham. In Jackson Home's long history at Huntingdon College, the building was first dedicated as the campus infirmary. In later years, the rooms housed faculty offices and administrative offices. In 2003, Jackson Home made its film debut as the sorority house in Tim Burton's movie, Big Fish. No matter the season of life, the building has become an important part of the history and scenery of Huntingdon College.

Today, Jackson is the beloved home for the Office of Student Development, Residential Communities, College and Alumni Relations, Student Health Services, the Center for Career and Vocation, and the Phyllis Gunter Snyder Center for Campus Ministries. Thanks to all who stopped by Jackson Home on Wednesday for donuts and to celebrate this grand campus centenarian.

ZACK COKER '25 LEADS HUNTINGDON GOLF AT THE SAVANNAH INVITATIONAL

Zack Coker '25 (the one holding the hardware) was the medalist this week at the Savannah Invitational, the first tournament of the Spring season for the men of Huntingdon golf. Our team placed fifth overall in an impressive field moving them into the Top 15 in the national rankings.

A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A HUNTINGDON HAWK: NATALIE HARRIS '24 (article)

JB LANDRUM '27 IN THE NATIONAL SPOTLIGHT

The National Collegiate Baseball Writers Association has named JB Landrum '27 as the National Rookie of the Week following his impressive nine-inning performance Sunday night. The right-handed slinger from Jasper, Alabama, was also named the Collegiate Conference of the South Rookie of the Week.

FRESHMEN LEADERSHIP INITIATIVE HOSTED FUN-FILLED SPRING FLING ON THE GREEN ON WEDNESDAY

HUNTINGDON PROFESSORS FEATURED AT NASHVILLE CONFERENCE LAST WEEKEND

The Huntingdon religion faculty was well-represented last weekend at a gathering of the Wesleyan Theological Society in Nashville. Dr. Jason Borders presented on poverty in Luke's gospel. Dr. Joy J. Moore participated in a panel discussion on how Methodists interpret the Bible. Dr. Lane Davis '03 presented on Methodism's reception of the Second Vatican Council. They were joined by Dr. Stephen Sours, the chairman of the Huntingdon Department of Religion and History.

CONGRATULATIONS

Caden Howard '26, winner of the high jump in last week's Mississippi College Opener, was named the Collegiate Conference of the South Field Athlete of the Week. His teammate, Rory Gilroy '27, a hurdle jumper and relay runner, was named the CCS Track Rookie of the Week.

In addition to rolling up impressive wins, Huntingdon softball players continue to receive individual accolades. Maddie Grace Hubbard '26 was named the CCS Player of the Week for her solid glove at third base and dominant bat at the plate. Allie Roberts '27 was named the CCS Rookie of the Week for her performances on the pitching mound.

Will Shirley '27 has joined the brotherhood of Lambda Chi Alpha.

Jack Haury '24, Nick Brashear '25, and Nick Kendrick '25 of Huntingdon wrestling finished in the Top 8 in the NCAA Lower Midwest Regional. Hawk 'em!

THE WEEK AHEAD

TODAY! The CCV Presents "What it Takes to be a Coach." Noon in the Stallworth Dining Room.

HUNTINGDON NIGHT AT TEMPLE BETH OR TONIGHT

Tonight from 5:00 to 7:00, first-year Huntingdon students are invited to Temple Beth Or for the annual Huntingdon Night at the Temple. This long-standing tradition sponsored by the Huntingdon Department of Religion seeks to broaden student perspectives on Jewish spiritual and worship practices. Students will hear remarks from Rabbi Scott Looper (center) and Huntingdon President Cam West (right).

PERCUSSION ENSEMBLE CONCERT WEDNESDAY AT 7:30

The Percussion Ensemble will perform in Ligon Chapel on Wednesday evening, March 13, at 7:30 p.m.

HEY, SENIORS! IMPORTANT COMMENCEMENT INFORMATION

Schedules and frequently asked questions about commencement can be found here.

Note that orders for caps, gowns, tassels and hoods should be placed online by Sunday, March 10, here.

Applications for students interested in applying to be the senior speaker at commencement are due on March 27 at 4:00 p.m.

Applications for those students who were invited to apply for Sigma Sigma Sigma are also due on March 27 at 4:00 p.m.

UPCOMING GREEK PHILANTHROPY EVENTS

ATHLETICS

WOMEN'S WRESTLING: We're all behind Raya Carpenter '27 and Shelby Fugate '26 as they represent Huntingdon for the first time at the national women's collegiate wrestling tournament today and tomorrow. Ladies, show Iowa and all of America how to hawk 'em!

WOMEN'S LACROSSE: The Lady Hawks will host their first home game of the season on Saturday at 1:00 p.m. when they take on Hendrix at W. James Samford, Jr. Stadium.

BASEBALL: A few dozen Hawks baseball alumni will be on campus this weekend. We are grateful for their continued connection to Huntingdon and to their program. The Hawks will be back at Neal Posey Field on Tuesday as they host MUW for a double header beginning at 3:00. The JV baseball team will be at home Wednesday for two games beginning at 3:00.

BEACH VOLLEYBALL: The ladies of Huntingdon beach volleyball head to Spartanburg, South Carolina, this weekend to compete in the Spartanburg Methodist Tournament on Saturday and Sunday.

ESPORTS: Keep rolling up victories, Huntingdon Esports! There are contests most every evening taking place in Leo Drum Theater. Follow team scores and upcoming games here, and on both X/Twitter and Instagram @x.com/HCHawksEsports and @instagram.com/hchawksesports.

MEN'S AND WOMEN'S TRACK AND FIELD: The trackletes of Huntingdon College will compete on Saturday at the Clark Atlanta University Panther Invitational. Good luck to our runners, jumpers, and throwers!

SOFTBALL: Our 14-0 Lady Hawks will take on Denison and Greensboro College in Greensboro, North Carolina, on Sunday. The road warriors will then travel to Rome, Georgia, on Thursday for two games with Berry College. First pitch of game one is 2:00.

MEN'S GOLF: The Hawks will head to Pinehurst, North Carolina to compete in the Tiger Invitational on Sunday and Monday.

WOMEN'S GOLF: The ladies of Huntingdon Golf return to the links for the start of their Spring season when they tee off in the Savannah Invitational on Monday and Tuesday.

MEN'S LACROSSE: The Hawks will host Carroll on Wednesday night at 6:00 p.m. at W. James Samford, Jr. Stadium.

CAMPUS MINISTRIES

Chaplain Rhett Butler '13 invites you to join him Tuesday night for TNW at 8:30 p.m. in Ligon Chapel. Our weekly Communion service will take place Thursday at 12:30 p.m. in the Jean Rodgers Prayer Chapel.

CAMPUS RECREATION

The Tomberlin Fitness Center is open to all students Monday through Thursday, 6:30 p.m. to 10:00 p.m., and Sundays from 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Wilson Gym is open on Wednesday nights from 8:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. for Wednesday Night Hoops.

Cornhole was fun last Tuesday. Thanks to all who came out to play! Some pictured below.

ORGANIZATION MEETINGS AND EVENTS

On Monday, March 11, the Sewing Club will host a Sewing Showcase at 4:30 in the atrium of the Houghton Memorial Library.

On Thursday, the BSU will host "Truck It with the BSU" outside of Russell Dining Hall during the lunch hours. We look forward to welcoming various food trucks to campus.

LEADERSHIP / INVOLVEMENT OPPORTUNITIES

SGA ELECTIONS FOR 2024-2025

Qualifying has ended for students interested in running for SGA Executive and Judicial Offices. The election will take place on Tuesday, March 12. Ballots will be sent via email to all students not scheduled to graduate in the Spring or Summer of 2024. A runoff, if necessary, will take place on Wednesday, March 13. Qualifying for 2024-2025 Legislative Offices will begin on March 25.

Tuesday's ballot will include the following candidates for Executive and Judicial Offices:

President - Gage Kettlewell and Blake Smith

Vice President - Benjamin Barker

Secretary - Brennan Parks and Emma Grace Samples

Treasurer - Evan Bergeron, Prosser Crow, and DeJon Gibby II

Judicial Board (5 to be elected) - Ariel Dixon, Tate Goolesby, Reese Harden, Richie Hicks, Jake Jeter, Nathan Johns, Savannah Smith, Rebekah Wilson and Lane Young.

2024-2025 HOUSING INFORMATION

Information about Summer 2024 housing and housing for the 2024-2025 academic year was emailed to students this week by Dr. Kathleen Childree '15 in the Office of Residential Communities. Please direct questions about housing to Dr. Childree at res.life@hawks.huntingdon.edu.

SPRING BREAK IS COMING!



College offices will close on Friday, March 15 at 5:00 p.m. and reopen on Monday, March 25, at 8:00 a.m. Residence Halls will be closed during the break except for those approved to stay for athletics, internships, etc.

SAVE THE DATES

Corresponding Angles will be shown at the Alabama Shakespeare Festival on March 25.

March and April are full of vocal and instrumental concerts performed by individual students and Huntingdon ensembles. A complete schedule of upcoming music events can be found here.

GOT NEWS / ANNOUNCEMENTS / STORY IDEAS?

Do you have news or an announcement of an event in the coming week? The deadline for inclusion in Huntingdon News is Thursday evenings at 5:00 p.m. Email your news to me. Also, feel free to let me know if you'd like to be featured in a 'Day in the Life of a Hawk' spotlight.