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.......... . JI,ff fin" V 1'L1\"I r. ■f AL.LP1 ". VICE PRESIDENT FOR FISCAL AFFAIRS twallace@philander.edu PHILANDER 0 501.9755.8502 SMITH COLLEGE EST 1877 900 DAISY BATES DRIVE, LITTLE ROCK, AR 72202 DAVID J. LEWIS, M.Ed. ASSOCIATE VICE PRESIDENT STUDENT AFFAIRS & ENROLLMENT MANAGEMENT dlewis@philander.edu 5?HILANDER IN 501.515.1158 SMITH COLLEGE p EST I877 501.975.8507 900 DAISY BATES DRIVE, LITTLE ROCK, AR 72202 �;�t 4, 3 vie or- rcl e 'k'� at., to T( ,e [boo +tr S ce"� CUP b❑ �7 r, ❑ Q c `' `W ��rH:sr Ct' C3f O3 + 1 C7[]( Q j ❑ a 03 _ q � a Duna 0 W 137H_ ❑ R4 C3 - !Z4 R4' R2 ° ❑ CUP POD R� ^ ol C1 C3 CUP CUP7�❑❑ p V ORTRUDlE C3 E2. R4;, 1f1SBE 03 CUP REEO DR 011 D C3 p�f ' C3 ... 12 P D ° 6 CUP wDArSYf ❑ GAT- t ❑ R4 o RArES•D� f �� ❑ • CUP o � C3 4 cs �a �� Q o p R4 D �L1k! W 75rH Sr PD-C U C THIS SITE 41 `� ° b-0— JD R4' C3 • R4: {� PD-R . ECUP CUP. ❑ p �87H.g:r� LLF L ,R4! 1:3 a z ['� S ❑7 CUP CU L 1- PR ❑ 6 � CAPM E13 R R4' CD CO3 CUP C W-17TH 5T W 18 rN 3T ❑ �� d C:� 13 R4. 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Housing) Location: SEC of Chester and W. 16th Street Issue: Temp. housing IIIIIIiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiilil liplil li1I 111 2016056051 PRESENTED: 09-07-2016 02:00:10 PM RECORDED: 09-07-2016 02:10M PM In Official Records of Larry Crane Circuit/county Clerk 1 RESOLUTION NO P14741IC0, AR FEE $15.00 2 3 A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE TEMPORARY USE OF THE R-6, 4 HIGH-RISE RESIDENTIAL, ZONED PROPERTY LOCATED ON THE 5 EAST SIDE OF THE 1600 BLOCK OF CHESTER STREET, FOR 6 STUDENT HOUSING FOR PHILANDER SMITH COLLEGE 7 (Z-9163); AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES. 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 WHEREAS, Philander Smith College has experienced an increase in student enrollment; and, WHEREAS, that increase in student enrollment has led to a shortage of on -campus student housing resulting in some students having to be housed in area hotels; and, WHEREAS, Philander Smith College does have plans to construct additional student housing facilities on the college campus in the future; and, WHEREAS, Philander Smith College has proposed to develop a temporary student housing complex on the R-6, High -Rise Residential, zoned property located on the east side of the 1600 Block of Chester Street to alleviate the student housing shortage. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS. Section 1. The Board of Directors of the City of Little Rock, Arkansas hereby approves the temporary use of the R-6 zoned property located on the east side of the 1600 Block of Chester Street for a student housing complex for Philander Smith College. Section 2. Said temporary use is approved through June 1, 2018. Section 3. This resolution shall be in full force and effect from and after its adoption. PASSED ,AMtember 6, 2016 y, City Clerk AS TO LEGAL FORM: A� - 4�9A Thomas M. Carpenter, City Attorn // APPROVED: Mark Stodola, Mayor r Bozynski, Tony From: Floriani, Vince Sent: Monday, October 03, 2016 4:20 PM To: 'Jerry Kelso' Cc: Wallace, Terry; Bozynski, Tony Subject: RE: Panther Village Public Works is good with this plan with the condition that vehicles are not be allowed to back out onto the public street. Vehicles that are not allowed access to the site by security should drive thru the gate out the east exit driveway. Vince Floriani, P.E. Little Rock Public Works -Civil Engineering 701 W. Markham St. Little Rock, Arkansas 72201 501-371-4817 From: Jerry Kelso [mailto:Jerry.Kelso@craftontull.com] Sent: Friday, September 30, 2016 8:28 AM To: Floriani, Vince Cc: Wallace, Terry Subject: Panther Village Hey Vince, You are probably aware that Philander is putting up these temporary mobile dorm buildings. I was told they will be there for 2 years. They will be fenced off with controlled access and a guard shack. I understand we need to adjust our gate a min of 40' from the existing road. See attached drawing, let me know if this will work or if you see anything else I need to adjust or change, mark it up and send it to me. Thanks Jerry Jerry Kelso, P.E. Executive Vice President I Infrastructure 0. Grafton Tull Direct: 501-748-8233 1 Mobile: 479-903-0187 10825 Financial Centre Parkway, Ste 300 Little Rock, AR 72211-3554 www.craftontull.com Disclaimer This email and any files transmitted with it are confidential and intended solely for the use of the individual or entity to whom they are addressed. If you are not the named addressee you should not disseminate, distribute or copy this e-mail. Please notify the sender immediately by e-mail if you have received this e-mail by mistake and delete this e-mail from your system. Thank you, we appreciate your cooperation. r o oZE '�� ' �p � >OpZ 13 r.ij • M mops ?i5i5 f: N I I I IgI=� 1 ° x I ii a 1I ti I Is a 3 a C > 4S Y &ffi oem•mo. g� g���ao®•��',;ii, �iJ�` •�IEN�eO=.S��S#0s���� � rill] u�J t n. i j=gag'_ 3g4�1<2' I� _wag I pig 7z 13 RUN OFFICE OF THE CITY MANAGER LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS BOARD OF DIRECTORS COMMUNICATION SEPTEMBER 6, 2016 AGENDA Subject A Resolution authorizing the temporary use of the R-6 high- rise residential zoned property located on the east side of the 1600 block of Chester Street for student housing for Philander Smith College. (Z-9163) Submitted By: Department of Planning and Development SYNOPSIS FISCAL IMPACT RECOMMENDATION BACKGROUND Action Required I Approved By Ordinance Resolution Approval Information Report Bruce Moore City Manaizei Philander Smith College is requesting approval for the temporary use of the R-6 High -Rise residential zoned property located on the east side of the 1600 block of Chester Street for student housing. None Approval of the Resolution Philander Smith College, located at 900 Daisy L. Gatson Bates Drive, has experienced an increase in student enrollment, resulting in a shortage of on -campus student housing. As a result, a good number of students are being housed in an area hotel. The college finds this situation to be undesirable and has approached the City with a temporary solution that would provide a more suitable, campus -like housing option for those students. BACKGROUND CONTINUED The College is proposing to develop a portion of the former Village Square property located in the 1600 block of Chester Street as a temporary student housing campus. The development is proposed to contain six (6) multi - sectional manufactured homes with gravel parking and drives. Each home will have six (6) bedrooms. The housing campus will be enclosed by fencing and will be under the College's security. The proposal is to allow the temporary use to occupy the property for a period of approximately two (2) years, through June 1, 2018. The College has previously approved plans to construct additional student dormitories on the main campus. At the end of the temporary use period, the homes and parking will be removed and the property restored. This temporary use will allow the College to address its current student housing shortage while allowing them time to move forward with a permanent solution. Bozynski, Tony From: Moore, Bruce Sent: Thursday, September 29, 2016 10:08 AM To: Bozynski, Tony; Carney, Dana Subject: Fwd: Panther Village New Site Plan Attachments: Philander Smith Panther Village Site Plan Ver 2.pdf; ATT00001.htm Any issues? Bruce Sent from my iPad Begin forwarded message: From: Roderick Smothers <rsmothers hilander.edu> Date: September 29, 2016 at 8:33:19 AM CDT To: cbmoore6Wittlerock.org> Subject: Fwd: Panther Village New Site Plan Bruce: Please see the revised site plan for Panther Village post the site assessment and engineering review. There are seemingly some elevation issues which called for a slightly different positioning of the units. It will still make for an attractive look in my opinion. Let me know if you (or your team) have any issues with it. Thanks Roderick Roderick L. Smothers, Ph. D. President Philander Smith College 900 Daisy Bates Dr. Little Rock, AR 72202 Office: 501.370.5275 Fax: 501.370.5277 www.philander.edu Begin forwarded message: From: "Wallace, Terry" <twallace@12hilander.edu> Date: September 26, 2016 at 7:46:57 AM CDT To: Roderick Smothers <rsmothersAphilandenedu> Subject: Panther Village New Site Plan Dr. Smothers, Here's the revised site plan based on the best layout due to elevations of the property Terry C. Wallace Vice President for Fiscal Affairs Philander Smith College 501-370-5224 (v) 501-975-8502 (f) Carney, Dana From: Carney, Dana Sent: Monday, October 3, 2016 7:42 AM To: Bozynski, Tony Subject: FW: Panther Village New Site Plan Attachments: Philander Smith Panther Village Site Plan Ver 2.pdf; ATT00001.htm I'm guessing you already answered this? Only thing I see is that units are now proposed to be placed over the abandoned 17th street r-o-w. If as is typical, when that r-o-w was abandoned years ago, the area may have been retained as a utility easement. We just need to have assurances from the utility companies that they are okay with the placement of the units From: Moore, Bruce Sent: Thursday, September 29, 2016 10:08 AM To: Bozynski, Tony <TBozynski@littlerock.org>; Carney, Dana <DCarney@littlerock.org> Subject: Fwd: Panther Village New Site Plan Any issues? Bruce Sent from my iPad Begin forwarded message: From: Roderick Smothers <rsmathers�la hilander.edu> Date: September 29, 2016 at 8:33:19 AM CDT To: <bmoore(c�r�.littlerock.or > Subject: Fwd: Panther Village New Site Plan Bruce: Please see the revised site plan for Panther Village post the site assessment and engineering review. There are seemingly some elevation issues which called for a slightly different positioning of the units. It will still make for an attractive look in my opinion. Let me know if you (or your team) have any issues with it. Thanks Roderick Roderick L. Smothers, Ph. D. President Philander Smith College 900 Daisy Bates Dr. Little Rock, AR 72202 Office: 501.370.5275 Fax: 501.370.5277 www.philandenedu Begin forwarded message: From: "Wallace, Terry" <twallaceO hilander.edu> Date: September 26, 2016 at 7:46:57 AM CDT To: Roderick Smothers <rsmothers@philander.edu> Subject: Panther Village New Site Plan Dr. Smothers, Here's the revised site plan based on the best layout due to elevations of the property Terry C. 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CUP j C Lr PD-R R6 'a - PCD _PCD•:.__ vV�2lc,!, T•E`•.V C3 I II PD-C i'. 19TH .ST - - -• 1 Area Zoning City of Little Rock Planning & Development �S ,I 1� Vicinity Map Rev: 8/24/2016 J Case: Z-9163 Location: SEC of Chester Street and West 16th Street Ward: 1 PD: 8 CT 47 TRS: TIN R12W 10 L R2 1 N k 0 200 400 Feet Carney, Dana From: Bozynski, Tony Sent: Monday, September 12, 2016 11:39 AM To: Carney, Dana Subject: FW: Panther Village Blg. Foundations From: Alderfer, Mark Sent: Monday, September 12, 2016 11:31 AM To: twallace@philander.edu Cc: Bozynski, Tony <TBozynski@littlerock.org>; Cowart, Charles <CCowart@littlerock.org>; Givens, Charles G. <CGivens@littlerock.org>; Alderfer, Mark <malderfer@littlerock.org>; Bryan Hawks <bryanhawks@gmail.com> Subject: Panther Village Blg. Foundations Terry, I've forwarded this to Bryan Hawks: I've reviewed the foundation details and have two comments: 1. the main footings must be a minimum of 12" deep and 18" wide in a clean square trench. 2. rebar is not required in the brick ledge footing. I will need a written statement from you something to the effect: "residential units to accommodate handicapped students are provided in other on -campus housing". Bring me 2 copies of the Site Utility Plan and a completed building permit application and we should be good to go. Feel free to contact me should you have any questions. Thanks Mark 1 Alderfer Comn-iercial Plans Examiner Department of Planning & Development Building Codes Division 723 W. Markham Street City of Little Rock, AR 72201 ma Iderfer@I ittlerock.or 501.371.4875 Bozynski, Tony From: Carney, Dana Sent: Tuesday, September 06, 2016 3:50 PM To: Bozynski, Tony Subject: FW: REQUEST FOR MANUFACTURED STRUCTURES WITHIN THE INNER CITY OF LITTLE ROCK Tony I pulled CUP records back five years, through 2011 and could not find a request in this area that had been denied. There was one CUP request approved for a multisectional manufactured home approved in December 2014 at 1609 Geyer Street. I did find six CUP requests for such homes approved since Jan. 2011 elsewhere throughout our jurisdiction, inside and outside the city limits. During that same time frame, there were seven Cup requests approved to allow placement of a single -wide manufactured home as an accessory dwelling. One was on Mabelvale Pike and the rest were outside the city limits. Since 2005, there have been six lots rezoned to R7-A for placement of single wide manufactured homes in the College Station area; outside the city limits. Dana -----Original Message ----- From: Hendrix, Erma Sent: Tuesday, September 6, 2016 3:14 PM To: Bozynski, Tony <TBozynski@littlerock.org> Cc: Carney, Dana <DCarney@little rock.org> Subject: REQUEST FOR MANUFACTURED STRUCTURES WITHIN THE INNER CITY OF LITTLE ROCK Sent from my iPad Tony, I vividly, recall such request for Manufactured structures being denied within the City of Little Rock awhile back. Will you research for such info, and forward to me ASAP. Thanks. Dir. Hendrix Bozynski, Tony From: Minyard, Brian Sent: Tuesday, September 06, 2016 2:44 PM To: Hendrix, Erma Cc: Bozynski, Tony; Moore, Bruce Subject: RE: DUNBAR HIGH SCHOOL HISTORIC DISTRICT???? The "Paul Laurence Dunbar School Neighborhood National Register Historic District" was approved by the National Parks Service on September 27, 2013. It covers both sides of South Cross and South Ringo Streets from Wright Avenue south to mid -block between 24th and Roosevelt Road. It also includes the Dunbar Middle School. If I can be of further assistance, please let me know. Brian Minyard, AICP Urban Designer City of Little Rock 723 West Markham Little Rock, AR 72201 Phone 501-371-4789 Fax 501-399-3435 -----Original Message ----- From: Hendrix, Erma Sent: Tuesday, September 06, 2016 2:01 PM To: Minyard, Brian Subject: DUNBAR HIGH SCHOOL HISTORIC DISTRICT???? Brian, Will you provide information approval of the Dunbar High School District (Le., date, title, & boundary)?? I am in need of the information, prior to the Board meeting, today. Thanks Dir. Hendrix Sent from my iPad I My Map Data current as of 09/01/16(Zoning) and 07/25/16((Land KANN [NG I DEVEEOFMENT Zoning information is representational only and is not intended to meet legal standards, use at your own risk Printed: Sep 06, 2016 z ri R 6 R4 Lf�4 i�s,- i C C U r 1 D L�� •CW 12.i N ,JR4 :CUP � . . ........ -R2 - [ICU D'- AZ4-i P. R, -C.PU I R-3 f. -47 CC, CUP R CA. F,;C� -CLIJ P.,R4-. r an, L PIE)- -CF) PR4 3 OUP UR • %P R4 R40 U iA R4 Up CUP' fR, _j ci�-�Yj 6J CUP 404 JA 0 V--- - a - L EL Xp. C1 IZI R4- 4 ;0_1 I e.. U, , - - iR Co R6 CU P Cn -Up- V-7 3 -4 R. C- U R5 R 4 R,4 R U F CU P R 034 PCLJ9 D-. Cp sr-.' CU U D Le R. 6 C- D P G 4 - c m -3 .. AVI. I C- I's 0 1 �1' C" E27 0 V F G" 2 C7 - 4-� 9 9T 11 �;7 CD _7 it [1,i Cog.= 03 0 C-3 RJ'M 3 W 0 U U-11:0 toE -=1 RL m C3 �C'&.q I o Cm LI C�? D U CID q—_] tj Goo, 0 EF t\ UT4 My Map Lsi Data current as of 09101116(Zoning) and 07125116((Land A NI G & DEVELOPMENT Zoning information is representational only and is not intended to meet legal standards, use at your own risk. Printed: Sep 06, 2016 IN W �. W-I 7 1. z ° _ r4 47, , o a 'k : r '•: r"" •f .w r •ry _ r �J� , �! 1 1, � ':J 'ti' j •l=•. >� `. f � -•r - �. i -1�j .... . . . . . . �17 40, 4 ."q ( 1 . rr F -i, S ny-14kl UT My Map _ 9 a —41 Data current as of 09/01/16(Zoning) and 07/25/16((Land K DEVEEOPME Zoning information is representational only and is not intended to meet legal standards, use at your own risk Printed: Sep 06, 2016 N , W E S Carney, Dana From: Carney, Dana Sent: Thursday, August 2, 2018 8:24 AM To: Collins, Gilbert; James, Donna Subject: RE: Panther Village Expansion Overall Site Plan 080118.pdf It will go through commercial plan review. Direct them to Curtis From: Collins, Gilbert Sent: Thursday, August 2, 2018 8:23 AM To: James, Donna <DJames@little rock.gov>; Carney, Dana <DCarney@littlerock.gov> Subject: RE: Panther Village Expansion Overall Site Plan 080118.pdf This was the schematic that was presented to the board. It matches. Needs to go through building permit review. From: James, Donna Sent: Thursday, August 2, 2018 7:40 AM To: Carney, Dana <DCarnev@littier_ock.eov>; Collins, Gilbert <Rcollins littlerock.goy> Subject: FW: Panther Village Expansion Overall Site Plan 080118.pdf Are the units/buildings proposed within the number of units/buildings approved by the Board of Directors? What if any review will be required? From: Travis Tolley [mailto:Travis.Tolley@craftontull.c_o_m] Sent: Wednesday, August 1, 2018 4:58 PM To: James, Donna <DJames littlerock.l~ov> Cc: Frank Riggins <Frank.Rig_hinsCcraftontull.com> Subject: Panther Village Expansion Overall Site Plan 080118.pdf Hey Ms. James, Thank you for meeting with me this morning. Please find attached the overall site plan of where Philander Smith would like to add additional mobile homes. I've added a fire access and turnaround as was requested by Captain Rhodes and Captain Hogue this morning. Please let me know you need anything else from me at this time. Thank you again, Travis Travis Tolley, P.E. Civil Engineer Grafton Tull Direct: 501-748-8269 1 Mobile: 501-650-1045 10825 Financial Centre Parkway, Ste 300 Little Rock, AR 72211-3554 www.craftontull.com Ekcuso C.- 00 Disclaimer This email and any files transmitted with it are confidential and intended solely for the use of the individual or entity to whom they are addressed. If you are not the named addressee you should not disseminate, distribute or copy this e-mail. Please notify the sender immediately by e-mail if you have received this e-mail by mistake and delete this e-mail from your system. Thank you, we appreciate your cooperation. fES_IIII is <_ n 91 N Z a 1 RESOLUTION NO.14,786 2 3 A RESOLUTION TO AUTHORIZE A TWO (2)-YEAR EXTENSION OF 4 THE TEMPORARY USE OF THE R-6, HIGH-RISE RESIDENTIAL, 5 ZONED PROPERTY LOCATED ON THE EAST SIDE OF THE 1600 6 BLOCK OF CHESTER STREET FOR STUDENT HOUSING FOR 7 PHILANDER SMITH COLLEGE (Z-9163-A); AND FOR OTHER 8 PURPOSES. 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 WHEREAS, on September 6, 2016, the Board of Directors of the City of Little Rock, Arkansas, passed Resolution No. 14,412, authorizing the temporary use of the R-6, High -Rise Residential, zoned property located on the east side of the 1600 Block of Chester Street for student housing for Philander Smith College; and, WHEREAS, said temporary use was approved through June 1, 2018; and, WHEREAS, Philander Smith College does have plans to construct additional student housing facilities on the college campus in the future; however, needs the continued use of the temporary student housing constructed on the east side of the 1600 Block of Chester Street for an additional two (2) years. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS. Section 1. The Board of Directors of the City of Little Rock, Arkansas hereby approves extending the temporary use of the R-6 zoned property located on the east side of the 1600 Block of Chester Street for a student housing complex for Philander Smith -College. Section 2. Said temporary use is approved through June 1, 2020. Section 3. Severability. In the event any title, subtitle, section, subsection, subdivision, paragraph, subparagraph, item, sentence, clause, phrase, or work of this resolution is declared or adjudged to be invalid or unconstitutional, such declaration or adjudication shall not affect the remaining portions of the resolution which shall remain in full force and effect as if the portion so declared or adjudged invalid or unconstitutional was not originally a part of this resolution. Section 4. Repealer. All ordinances, resolutions, or parts of the same that are inconsistent with the provisions of this ordinance are hereby repealed to the extent of such inconsistency. ADOPTED: 15, 2018 APPROVED: Susa L n e, , Ci Clerk Mark Stodola, Mayor [Page 1 of 21 I APPR D AS TO LEGAL FORM: 2 4 Thomas M. Carpenter, City ttorney 5 // 6 7 8 9 10 // 11 // 12 // 13 // 14 15 // 16 // 17 // 18 19 // 20 // 21 // 22 // 23 // 24 25 26 // 27 // 28 // 29 // 30 // 31 // 32 // 33 // 34 // 35 // [Page 2 of 21 Carney, Dana From: Collins, Gilbert Sent: Tuesday, May 8, 2018 8:39 AM To: Carney, Dana Subject: FW: Panther Village Expansion Plan Diagram Attachments: ATT00001.htm; image002 jpg; Philander Smith Panther Village Expansion 5-7-18.pdf, ATT00002.htm From: Roderick Smothers [mailto:rsmothers@philander.edu] Sent: Tuesday, May 8, 2018 8:33 AM To: Collins, Gilbert <gcollins@littlerock.gov> Cc: Latonya Hayes <Ihayes@philander.edu>; dlewis@philander.edu Subject: Panther Village Expansion Plan Diagram Dear Mr. Collins: Please see the attached updated plan / schematic for our Panther Village Expansion Project. Let me know if additional information is needed. Thank you. Roderick Roderick L. Smothers, Ph. D. President Philander Smith College 900 Daisy Bates Dr. Little Rock, AR 72202 Office: 501.370.5275 Fax: 501.370.5277 www.philander.edu Begin forwarded message: From: LaTonya Hayes <lha es hilander.edu> Date: May 7, 2018 at 2:44:59 PM EDT To: rsmothersPohilander.edu Subject: Fwd: Panther Village Expansion Sent from my Whone Begin forwarded message: From: Justin Mallett <mallett to aj. h.com> Date: May 7, 2018 at 1:33:48 PM CDT To: LaTonya Hayes <Ihayes.@phila_nder.edu> Cc: Bill Gray <Gra to arch.coin>, Alan New <New _ tagearch.com> Subject: RE: Panther Village Expansion Attached is a 6 unit option with a spot for a possible 7th unit in the upper left corner. Justin ir•� - .,un ulmRf U n.N�w w< s, n•sF . w Z -�� - Zz ° w w-------------- Z �p'a�niY gSw =F- o i Fn y or wr is [f I N 1 X F-aa I I w aWQ I 0 ara A �!ico I W O IL ! 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(Z-9163-A) Submitted By: Department of Planning and Development SYNOPSIS FISCAL IMPACT RECOMMENDATION BACKGROUND Action Required Ordinance 4Resolution Approval Information Report Approved By Bruce Moore Philander Smith College is requesting a two-year extension of the Board of Directors authorization of the temporary use of the R-6, High -Rise Residential, zoned property located on the east side of the 1600 Block of Chester Street for student housing. I None. Staff recommends approval of the resolution. Going into the fall 2016 Semester, Philander Smith College was experiencing an increase in student enrollment, resulting in a shortage of on -campus student housing. As a result, a number of students were being housed in an area hotel. BACKGROUND CONTINUED The college proposed to develop a portion of the former Village Square property located in the 1600 Block of Chester Street as a temporary student housing campus. The college proposed the temporary use to occupy the site for a period of two years, through June 1, 2018. The college does have previously -approved plans to construct additional student housing on the main campus, located two blocks to the north. On September 6, 2016, the Board of Directors passed Resolution No. 14,412, approving the temporary use of the property for a student housing development, through June 1, 2016. Subsequently, the college developed Panther Village. The development consists of six multisectional manufactured homes, each containing six bedrooms and areas of common space. The homes are arranged around a 34-space, paved parking lot. The site is enclosed by a 6 foot tall, wrought iron type fence. The property is gated and Philander Smith security monitors access through the gates. The homes are underpinned with brick. Along the Chester and Izard Street perimeters, the fronts of the homes face the street. Front porches extend the full width of each home. Philander Smith is not yet ready to proceed with construction of additional student housing on the main campus. The college desires to continue the temporary use of this student housing complex and is requesting an extension of two more years. 0) 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 RESOLUTION NO. A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING A TWO-YEAR EXTENSION OF THE TEMPORARY USE OF THE R-6 HIGH-RISE RESIDENTIAL ZONED PROPERTY LOCATED ON THE EAST SIDE OF THE 1600 BLOCK OF CHESTER STREET FOR STUDENT HOUSING FOR PHILANDER SMITH COLLEGE (Z-9163-A); AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES. WHEREAS, on September 6, 2016, the Board of Directors of the City of Little Rock, Arkansas passed Resolution No. 14,412, authorizing the temporary use of the R-6 High -Rise Residential zoned property located on the east side of the 1600 Block of Chester Street for student housing for Philander Smith College; and, WHEREAS, said temporary use was approved through June 1, 2018; and, WHEREAS, Philander Smith College does have plans to construct additional student housing facilities on the college campus in the future but needs the continued use of the temporary student housing constructed on the east side of the 1600 Block of Chester Street for an additional two (2) years. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS. SECTION 1. The Board of Directors of the City of Little Rock, Arkansas hereby approves extending the temporary use of the R-6 zoned property located on the east side of the 1600 Block of Chester Street for a student housing complex for Philander Smith College. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 SECTION 2. Said temporary use is approved through June 1, 2020. SECTION 3. This resolution shall be in full force and effect from and after its adoption. PASSED: ATTEST: Susan Langley, City Clerk APPROVED AS TO LEGAL FORM: Thomas M. Carpenter, City Attorney APPROVED: Mark Stodola, Mayor 2 CUP. [10 d - 03 �w a 0�0 C3 I Y—f EJ r!J 12 i PRD C3 O © Cu Cu 0 C33CV Ra Q❑ ❑ THIS SITE���Q C3: ' Rol /� ❑ R4: �l 3, C CU R4 ¢'13 o CUP f67F1 �7 j lid��� �? CUP! PR co 0 -r 8.r Q j ti�sr =� ��C:�0 R5 +� 1 CID[] d_ o o - iz R3 R4� R4 t�0 CUP C3 CUP ❑ - R6 n O� PCD PCD C:P PD=C o a o I -�„ Df UP ='z- POD R2 ~ �1 DR rRv 12 R4 ;, ►[18 E o CUP RJ~ED DR ars 1 C3 Q�� W_75rH S� LS PD-C a C3 PD-R y U Q iS:. ! 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I will visit with Director Hendrix. From: Carney, Dana Sent: Thursday, April 19, 2018 9:01 AM To: Moore, Bruce <bruce@littlerock.gov> Subject: RE: Philander Housing Okay, let me know if there is anything you need for us to do. From: Moore, Bruce Sent: Thursday, April 19, 2018 8:58 AM To: Carney, Dana <DCarneyPlittlerock.gov> Subject: RE: Philander Housing They actually want to do another two year extension via resolution. They would like until 2020, From: Carney, Dana Sent: Thursday, April 19, 2018 8:06 AM To: Moore, Bruce <bruce@littlero_ck.g> Subject: Philander Housing Bruce I can't remember if we talked about dates but Monday is a filing deadline for conditional use permit applications to go to Commission on May 31. Dana 1 Carney, Dana From: Hayes, Latonya <Ihayes@philander.edu> Sent: Monday, November 14, 2016 11:25 AM To: Carney, Dana Cc: Alderfer, Mark; Richey, Curtis Subject: Re: Philander Smith temporary housing complex Good Morning, Mr. Wallace is no longer with the College. I have communicated your request to the appropriate parties and will follow up with you at the completion of the orange fencing. Please let me know if I can be of any further assistance. Thank you. Regards, LaTonya Hayes I Interim VP of Fiscal Affairs Philander Smith College 900 Daisy Bates Drive, Little Rock AR 72202 501.370.5341 office 1 501.370.5299 fax Ihayes@philande-r.edu On Mon, Nov 14, 2016 at 11:17 AM, Carney, Dana <DCarney@littlerock.goy> wrote: Spoke with an individual from Philander. He stated they will install orange fencing at the driplines to protect the trees. Terry: could you assure this gets done? Dana From: Alderfer, Mark Sent: Monday, November 14, 2016 10:46 AM To: Wallace, Terry <twalIace(i�philandenedu> Cc: Alderfer, Mark <malderfer Iittlerock. ov>; Richey, Curtis <cricheY littlerock.gov>; Carney, Dana cDCamey@littlerock.gQv> Subject: FW: Philander Smith temporary housing complex Terry, Per the email below, please contact Dana Carney regarding his concerns for the protection of the trees on the proj ect. Thanks Mark From: Carney, Dana Sent: Monday, November 14, 2016 10:38 AM To: Richey, Curtis; Alderfer, Mark Cc: edwardsergeanta sbc?lobal.net; Bozynski, Tony Subject: Philander Smith temporary housing complex A concern has been raised about inappropriate treatment of preserved trees on the new Philander Smith project at 161h and Chester. It appears they are trying to save some mature trees within the development but are not utilizing the best preservation practices including placing orange contractor's fencing at the dripline of the trees. This should be done. Otherwise permanent damage to the trees can occur. Can you pass this on to the appropriate contact on that project? Please let them know we do applaud their saving the trees. Dana Carney, Zoning and Subdivision Manager Department of Planning and Development 723 W. Markham Street Little Rock, AR 72201 C501) 371-6817 TEMPORARY STUDENT PHILANDER HOUSING PROPOSAL S M IT H CO L L E G E EST Tan "Panther Village" is the proposed two-year, temporary housing community for PSC upperclassmen who are currently displaced from on - campus residential housing. Located at the 1600 Block of Chester Street in the Dunbar School Neighborhood Historic District, this site will house six temporary modular housing units in a secured, gated area with 24-hour security personnel and on -site PSC professional staff. The modern -styled, prefabricated modular homes will create a comfortable student living community with an aesthetic that is keeping with the quality and dignity that is reflective of the historic neighborhood in which it will be located. Panther Village addresses Philander Smith College's emergent needs for overflow housing by providing residential security for scholars in a safe, controlled environment that is structured toward student learning and engagement. PHILANDER Carney, Dana From: Moore, Bruce Sent: Friday, August 26, 2016 4:22 PM To: Carney, Dana; James, Donna Subject: Fwd: Scheduled Meeting FYI. Can someone attend with me? Sent from my iPad Begin forwarded message: From: "Hendrix, Erma" <ehendrix@littterock.or > Date: August 26, 2016 at 3:43:43 PM CDT To: "Moore, Bruce" <BMooreQIittlerock.org> Subject: Scheduled Meeting Bruce, Pastor Jones of BETHEL AME CHURCH has arranged for a scheduled meeting with you, Pres. Smothers, and other concerned Residents of the area, at the Church, at Wright Ave. &. Izard. Sts., Monday, August 29, 2016, at. 1:00 P.M.. Dir. Hendrix Sent from my iPad WEST 16THST.. Carney, Dana From: Moore, Bruce Sent: Tuesday, August 23, 2016 6:46 PM To: Carney, Dana; James, Donna; Carpenter, Tom Subject: Fwd: Proposed Panther Village (A Temporary Student Housing Solution) Attachments: Philander Smith Panther Village.pdf; ATT00001.htm; PSC Attorney Opinion 082316.pdf; ATT00002.htm All, FYI. Bruce Sent from my iPad Begin forwarded message: From: "Roderick Smothers" <rsmothersowphilandenedu> To: "Moore, Bruce" <$Myyre@littlerock.ot Cc: "Wallace, Terry" <twallace0,philander.edu>, "Lewis, David" <dlewis-philandenedu> Subject: Proposed Panther Village (A Temporary Student Housing Solution) Dear City Manager Moore: Pursuant to our meeting last week, I am writing to provide you with the following documents as promised: 1) An architectural schematic of what the proposed PSC Panther Village layout might entail. 2) An opinion letter from one of the College's Attorneys reference the Covenant Agreement between the College and the US Department of Housing and Urban Development. Mr. Wallace (Our CFO) is still exploring "actual" modular models, and as soon as we agree on a pricing structure, we will forward the appropriate photos to your office. If you should need any additional information, please do not hesitate to contact me directly. Thanks so much for all of your support of Philander Smith College. Roderick Roderick L. Smothers, Ph. D. President Philander Smith College 900 Daisy Bates Dr. Little Rock, AR 72202 Office: (501) 370-5275 Fax: (501) 370-5277 www.philander.edu Duc F. WALKER 209 Epemay Loop . Little Rock, AR 72223 • 501.944.9385 • ewalk72CrMiotmai1.coni August 23, 2016 Mr. Terry Wallace Vice President for Fiscal Affairs Philander Smith College 900 W. Daisy L. Gatson Bates Drive Little Rock, AR 72202 RE: Legal Analysis of 2001 Special Warranty Deed —Village Square Property Dear Mr. Wallace: You have requested a legal opinion on whether Philander Smith College can provide temporary student housing on the Village Square Property due to the need to provide housing for students who would otherwise not have on campus housing on campus. The Village Square Property is subject to the restrictive covenants for use pursuant to a Special Warranty Deed dated August 17, 2001. The Special Warranty Deed conveys the Village Square Property to Philander Smith College from the Department of Housing and Urban Development. There is language not relevant to your question that notes the terms in which the property can be sold. Additionally, the Special Warranty Deed on page three, section four notes the terms in which the property can be redeveloped. Such language is as follows: The Grantor will use the site for residential dormitory housing for students, faculty and staff of the Grantee. A portion of the site will be used for food service to the residents, a convenience store and a child care center. In my professional legal opinion, the language noted in the Special Warranty Deed dos not prohibit Philander Smith College's proposed use of the property —to provide temporary housing relief for students who would otherwise not be able to reside on campus. The document deals with the full scale development of the Village Square Property. Philander Smith College is not proposing such a redevelopment at this time. There is no violation of the Special Warranty Deed and what the College proposes does meet the mission of the property which is to provide much needed housing to the student population. Please do not hesitate to contact me in the future with any questions, comments or concerns. Sincerely, Eric F. alker Attorney at Law AR Bar No.98135 • 11 Z5.1Baiti420 ax)exAs Z L ~ `! .CUP CUPCJ x .... ssaz `", {� L1 C r Bs 3 _� 1 -- � R .. 1. .� -J -1 fi1Z•146 . �' - 4 r r !CU r' L r~r' � per• y.1 ,r-'7 �C P R4 + __ �� -.z.na�, ++�� + +.. .. . _:md �z4"1 aazl CUPe _ 2:1i73 ej LZ zasea - R6 r ❑ 44 Cup. ms Laz-roli coo �zcosT� ,ys i Z �! Ca.—Zas p, CUP ug. If �A Q . L " I ^ri Z2164i-207i My Map Data current as of 08/08/16(Zoning) and Zoning information is representational only and is not intended to meet legal standards, use at your own risk. N i - W� E s Printed: Aug 17, 2016 -'-Il Z4.198 -CUR All SUP B31i 04 DO "I,, Al P I KP" 3fI-I-C 4, U R-I P I _ _ -- 1 _ LI RX Lii ��Z 6220 5297 /R., i., L R6, R4' R Z-70WCZ-7013 * CUP L I. R4 C-d V, CU ,R6 nN D P. Z-2023 7. &S51 Z'2B CD se A - • Cpp. 40 L cc z-, To Do COD My Map Data current as of 08108116(Zoning) and Zoning information is representational only and is not intended to meet legal standards, use at your own risk. N 4. W *1 E a Printed: Aug 17, 2016 Carney, Dana From: Moore, Bruce Sent: Tuesday, August 23, 2016 7:44 AM To: Hendrix, Erma Cc: Bozynski, Tony; Carney, Dana; Roderick Smothers Subject: Re: PHILANDER. SMITH COLLEGE FUTURE HOUSING Director Hendrix, As I mentioned to you yesterday, the first meeting with the Philander staff was last Thursday. There was no contact with the City prior to Thursday. If the Church would like to have a meeting please let me know. Bruce Sent from my iPad > On Aug 22, 2016, at 11:41 PM, Hendrix, Erma <ehendrix@littlerock.org> wrote: > Bruce, > Were Plans drafted regarding PHILANDER SMITH COLLEGE HOUSING on South Chester Street prior to my conversation with you, today? > I was able, to contact members of Bethel AME Church, and Residents who are available to meet ASAP, once a meeting date has been set. > And, I trust that "NO" planning was begun by the Planning and Development Department regarding this TOPIC!! A question of concern of mine and other persons of the area!! > Dir. Hendrix > And, if > To me > Sent from my iPad n It IL {) &n rq Itf N 0W�ro0 w 0 Q r PHILANDER SMITH COLLEGE TEMPORARY HOUSING VILLAGE SQUARE PROPERTY AUGUST 18, 2016 NOTES -r 2-o/ - � \ )] \ q{ \3c; \ 2 f / : \2 ) k « E E bfj ' 1 a J « ! m £) 8 0 0 � A A 2 ! co ]CM CO < 123 . . . . .. ƒ /. 2 / 3 J / � � k E . � Z 9 cu m / a Cl) } w ca }� E§\ ' . \ -C °° @ '\Eto §E/ \§ ) )� # a } e : GZ> (� IS > 6 a W\> - / \ ((} ^ OD j}\ : . o TEMPORARYSTUDENT PHILANDER HOUSING PROPOSAL SMITH COLLEGE EST 1977 "Panther Village" is the proposed two-year, temporary housing community for PSC upperclassmen who are currently displaced from on - campus residential housing. Located at the 1600 Block of Chester Street in the Dunbar School Neighborhood Historic District, this site will house six temporary modular housing units in a secured, gated area with 24-hour security personnel and on -site PSC professional staff. The modern -styled, prefabricated modular homes will create a comfortable student living community with an aesthetic that is keeping with the quality and dignity that is reflective of the historic neighborhood in which it will be located. Panther Village addresses Philander Smith College's emergent needs for overflow housing by providing residential security for scholars in a safe, controlled environment that is structured toward student learning and engagement. PHILANDER Dear Friends of Philander Smith College: Perhaps you have seen or read recent media reports chronicling the housing issues faced by Philander Smith College as a result of a significant increase in enrollment for the Fall 2016 Semester. Precipitated by the largest freshman class in as many as five years, the College's on -campus residential facilities are at full - capacity, which has driven the need for alternative temporary overflow housing for as many as 80 upperclassmen who have been housed off -campus at the nearby LaQuinta Inn and Suites hotel since the semester began August 15, 2016. After consecutive years of lagging enrollment, we consider it a blessing to be in a Philander Smith College situation where alternative housing is necessary. This is particularly the case Office of the Preside,it after enduring a rightsizing in 2015 that dramatically altered the College's (501) 370-5275 operations - from deep staff cuts to reduction in some services and offerings - so you can imagine how elated we are to be in the midst of what media outlets have called "growing pains" but what we prefer to see as "growing accommodations." We made a promise to the students impacted by the enrollment increase and subsequent housing shortage to have more tenable living arrangements in place approximately 30-45 days following the start of the semester. As a result, the College's administration has spent countless hours giving due diligence to plausible housing scenarios, with the understanding that any decision would be a short-term solution to address the immediate need. The College's administration has, therefore, identified several options. We have been working with an area realtor to investigate the leasing of several units in a nearby comfortable, safe and secure apartment community to relocate twenty of the upper-class students who are now at the LaQuinta hotel. Additionally, we have a proposal before the Little Rock City Board of Directors to request approval for the temporary use of College property (1600 Block of Chester Street, Ward 1) on which plans are to place the remainder of displaced students in six temporary modular housing units (six bedrooms each). The site ("Panther Village") will have professional residential staff and there will be 24- hour security presence at the gated property. The proposal is up for vote by the City Board at 6 p.m. Tuesday, September 6, 2016. We are aware that some residents of the community are concerned that the College will be erecting a "trailer park" on this property that would not be in keeping with the integrity of the Dunbar School Neighborhood Historic District. As alumni, friends and supporters of the College, please be assured that we have no intentions of tarnishing this area by creating a student trailer park. In fact, the option of contemporary -designed, prefabricated modular homes was preferable not only for their affordability, comfort and spaciousness for our students, but also for their aesthetically -pleasing curb appeal. Our vision for Panther Village is that it will be a welcomed addition to the community, one in which students, nearby residents, churches and the like will be pleased to be associated, and not an inappropriate eyesore. We recognize that community dignity is important. For nearly 140 years, Philander Smith College has stood as a proud historic anchor, and we take the responsibility that comes along with such a designation very seriously. As the community has become vocal about our two-year, temporary housing plans in its proposed stage, and as misinformation about our goals and long-term plans has begun to circulate, we want to ensure that we are communicating as transparently as possible without jeopardizing the safety and security of our students. Furthermore, it is also critical that we act as expeditiously as possible to accommodate our scholars and not create additional disruptions to their educational experience. We have met with several community and faith leaders to make them aware of our interim strategies, and we have also received the unanimous support of the Downtown Little Rock Neighborhood Association. Following the City Board's vote, we plan to host several public Community Conversations in which we will detail more about the short- and long-term vision for the property in question, as well as present the College's recently completed Ten Year Long Range Plans that will serve to guide the institution's efforts and activities going forward. Forward Movement is Philander Smith College's aim, which means growth and all of the inevitable changes that come with an evolving institution. All the same, we want to make sure that we are growing and moving forward in collaboration with our community of supporters. Thank you so much for your interest and support. We will continue to keep you informed as plans solidify. Proposed Prototype B - Panther Village Modular Unit Sincerely yours, 1�_A� .C�� Roderick L. Smothers Sr., PhD President F� Y, Rhonda Lovelace Promoted to Interim Dean of Students ALUMNI, STUDENTS, FACULTY AND STAFF WHO ARE MOVING PHILANDER FORWARD L 1W l African -American Honors Ceremony a IT ift 4.�t f'ro °x� M 2016 Apple Fri Scholar Seneca Gaston Choir Performs at 2016 Honors Convocation CLASS -UF 2016 Complete Journey to Becoming Philander Men and Women hilander Smith College will hold its 128th Commencement at 10 a.m. on Saturday, May 7, at the Suachouse Convention Center in Little Rock. AR. Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee is slated to be the keynote speaker. Since 1995, Jackson Lee has been a member of the U.S. House of Representatives, serving the 18th Congressional District of Texas. Having served on various House Committees, she was integral in the passage of legislation that impacted areas such as technology, security and infrastructure protection, bullying prevention and immigration. In addition, Jackson Lee played a significant role in the renewal and reauthorization of the Voting Rights Act, and contributed to an amendment that ensured equal access for minority and economically disadvantaged students to NASA's education programs. A frequent guest on network and cable news including "Face the Nation" and "MSNBC," Jackson Lee has tenaciously served her community and county and earns the distinction of being one of the most influential and prolific legislators in the House of Representatives. Jackson Lee earned a B,A. in political science from Yale University with honors, and holds a Juris Doctorate from the University of Virginia Law School. EBOATmagazine also named her one of the 100 Most Fascinating Black Women." Commencement is only one of many activities throughout the weekend. Friday, May 0, alumni will �y ro A , Congresswomen Sheila Jackson Lee Rev. Phillip L. Pointer gather with graduating seniors as they accept the class of 2016 into their ranks during the Alumni Rite of Passage Ceremony. The next day, Rev. Phillip L. Pointer, senior pastor of St. Mark Baptist Church, will deliver the Baccalaureate sermon in M.L. Harris Auditorium on the Philander Smith College campus. More than twenty years ago, Pastor P, as he's affectionately known, recognized and accepted the call to preach. And in 2012, after ten years in pastoral ministry, God called Pastor P to Saint Marls where he serves. It is also Reunion Weekend, when alumni from all over renew friendships and make new ones during a number of activities. Graduates of classes that end in "6" and "I" will celebrate their reunions while members of the class of 1966, will be honored during their 50th anniversary of their Commencement day. The Ozell Sutton Leadership and Service Endowed Scholarship President Mark S. Tillman presents a $50,000 check from Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. to President Roderick L. Smothers, Sr. anti PSC Board Members, Chairwoman Pat Lite and Bishop Gary E. Mueller, establishing the Ozell Sutton Leadership and Service Endowed Scholarship. WEEKEND SCHEDULE May 6, 2016 2016 BACCALAUREATE SERVICE �7 p.m. !mil✓u rrrlr+<r irorfr- f+ %�terrf'ai Rev. Phillip L. Pointer Senior Pastor, it. YIDr9<lieptisL Little Rock Arkansas Philander Smith College 900 t;.0 v Ba,es ljii,, l.itt;e Rock. Arkansas 72202 May 7, 2016 128TH COMMENCEMENT EXERCISES 10 a.m. �srmnrrae.r<r;vaaz�.ri/ j`�fae�rn. The Honorable Shelia Jackson Lee ngessty int , 189 Congress io ill District y�Cafr.Firruee �`,nara�erzfr<an (�enu��c Governors Hall 101 6 blarkha.m st, Little Rock, Arkansas 72202 0 President Smothers and General President Tillman sign Memorandum of Understanding to formally establish theOzell Sutton Leadership and Service Endowed Scholarship. 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Smothers, Sr., PII President Darnell Williams, Ph.D. necuH've Vice President Hazel A. Ervin, Ph.D. Vice Fresident fro Academic Affairs Terry Wallace Vice Presider[, Administration and France Sericia Cote Acting Vice President, Institutional Advancement David L. Lewis Acting Vice President ,Student Affairs and Enrollment Management Ronnie Miller-Yow Bean of Religinus Life. and Campus Cutturel Chaplain Maurice Osborne Dear. of.Fnrollment Management Brian Clay luctor Computer IIIDMI2110n ScIVlces Rhonda Lovelace Dean of Students GRAPHICDESIGN Glennon Design Group g tennoades i gng roup.com r,%0, Through the lens of complexity, however, I realize that Philander's Vision belongs to thousands of constituents and stakeholders. To this end, as President, I see my role as a facilitator of a process that will result in a Vision that is shared by All. -President Roderick L. Smothers, Sr. Dear Faculty, Staff, Students, Alumni, Friends and Partners: AM PLEASED to share the 4th Edition of the Philander Forward newsletter as a part of my commitment to maintain a continuous cycle of communication with all of the College's constituents. This edition features a number of examples of how faculty, staff, students and alumni are moving Philander Forward. It is often said that colleges and universities are only as great as their most successful students, alumni, and those who prepare them for successful post baccalaureate experiences. Based on my professional observations and experiences, I would suggest that this statement is most applicable to Philander Smith College. In this edition of the Philander Forward newsletter, you will also find features of tangible examples of how the College's powerful brand and mission are being manifested in unique and powerful ways - on and off the campus. Ofreport-worthy significance is a brief update on the College's New Vision and Long- Range Planning Process. Since my appointment as President on January 1, 2015, I have always said that my vision for Philander Smith College illuminates with both simple and complex dimensions. Simplistically, my vision is to return Philander Smith College to a position of national prominence and international acclaim. By so doing PSC Board Chairwoman Pat Lite hands the symbolic College Mace of PSC will resume its rightful place as one of the Top Authority tol4thPresident Roderick L.Smothers, Sr. 10 HBCUs in America That was the promise that I made to the community as a presidential candidate, and that is the promise that I intend to keep. I am keenly aware of the reality that there will be a number of barriers and obstacles that will present themselves as challenges to accomplishing this goal. I am strongly convinced, however, that the Ministry with which we have been entrusted to lead Philander Smith College from excellence to greatness is ordered by God; hence, I have not even an infinitesimal doubt that He will see it to fruition. Through the lens of complexity, however, I realize that Philandees Vision belongs to thousands of constituents and stakeholders. To this end, as President, I see my role as a facilitator of a process that will result in a Vision that is shared by all. The Vision has now taken the form of a Long -Range Planning Process, and, from that process, it will emerge as a roadmap that will guide our direction for the next ten (10) years. During the Summer of 2015, an all-inclusive task force was appointed, and I am looking forward to its work, which will culminate in July 2016. A product of the task forte's work will be the creation of a Shared Vision. The entire community has been engaged to the extent that we have ensured that EVERYONE has the opportunity to have a voice in the creation of Philandees New Vision and Plan for Its Future. I hasten to remind you that Philander Forward represents a look into the College's future and a claiming of the reality that the College is on a trajectory toward new levels of excellence and greatness. Philander Forward represents new ideas, a new vision, new attitudes, new behaviors and the abandonment of old practices, which have served as debilitating obstacles to impede institutional progress. Philander Forward is the embodiment of the Collegees powerful Mission Statement, as well as the personification of the superior qualities and attributes in which all Philander Men and Women are imbued. In this edition, you will find evidence of the manifestation of the brand, Philander Forward, in interesting and exciting ways. In just one year (2017), we will celebrate the 140th Anniversary of our Dear PSC. Join the Philander Forward Movement today, and let's plan a celebration that is worthy of the contributions that Philander Smith College has made throughout its storied and inspirational history. Forever, I am Philander Forward! Roderick L. Smothers, Sr., Ph.D. President PHILANDER r rna Yin r r rr .r;_ t P Initiatives Update IN 2015, at the onset of the new administration, the PSC Community launched a Campus -Wide Dream Initiative to inspire everyone to think big and imagine boldly for Philander Smith College. This initiative was inspired by a quote from Ellen Johnson Sirleaf who said: "The size of your dreams must always exceed your current capacity to achieve them. If your dreams do not scare you, they are not big enough." To this end, our one-year, Ellen Johnson Sirleaf - inspired dream exercise has resulted in five (5) "Forward Initiatives" on which we have been focusing more immediately while we continue to work collectively to shape Philanders new vision and Long -Range Plan. Dream/Initiative I. sCulture Campus Culture orination ask Force Transformation Task Force °'", Many of us dreamed of a Campus- 4 wide Initiative that would address and f eradicate the cultural traits that tend 5 to impede progress at Philander Smith " College. This Initiative endeavors to promote a culture of high expectations u where all community stakeholders embrace the PSC Timeless Human :z�pe-t fct Others, Respect for PSC, Leadership, Scholarship, Spirituality and Service. Dream / Initiative II. Joycetynitaers Joycelyn Elders School of School of Allied Allied and Public Health "ndPublic Health The Community dreamed of an ,.uuh J Aug"si initiative that would allow PSC to k; AddresaiegMIMI respond to the growing demand for Health Disparitie&ill fli, Stile of Arkan_los minority health care professionals aitle-pid in strategic fields (nursing, rehabilitation counseling, public health, etc.) Thus, the Joycelyn Elders School of Allied and Public Health was born. The Joycelyn Elders School of Allied and Public Health will also provide an opportunity for PSC to become more engaged in critical research and knowledge production that contributes to the greater body of knowledge needed to eradicate health disparities in communities for people of color. The development of this new school opens the door for Philander to offer more relevant degree programs which are aligned with the economic drivers of the future in Arkansas and beyond. t Dream/ Initiative III. 0WISE-P3 Workforce Innovation and WorMortelnnwafion Economic Strategic Economic Public SCOlegk - ��cPnvate��i� I Private I Partnerships PmN.VsNlvl PXII nJe Smlm (WISE P3) Lgb3l S,ryytilH t90iVllg <:1P The Community dreamed of an Initiative that would position ""' Philander to be a key player in solving the urban issue of underemployment in Arkansas. Thus, the WISE P-3 Initiative was born. Already gaining tremendous traction and attention throughout Arkansas, this Dream will address the skills gap by providing training and education aligned with corporate and industry needs. Dream/Initiative IV. „, „ m ,, , Teaches i,�;,° Teacher Excellence Task Force ;h91Bngot""°°"`°"°" xce enl.e "zryPtlwiMrNmapi"ingka" Man in the Community dreamed of Y Y ml mpme .enpn�ywa' Task Force t x"w„ epNppe„.1„me a day when Philander could revisit ,,°"„ „"nAapeHafi,aepese""""", tsfoundational academic programs �n,l�mam.Igraen� m (ministry/religion, teacher education and music) and "breathe life" back into them. We have embraced this dream; thus, the Teacher Excellence Task Force was born to conceptualize a way that Philander could become a leader in addressing rural and urban 3 educational challenges in Arkansas. The Task Force has been appointed and charged with re -imagining teacher education and positioning the College to produce highly qualified teachers who are equipped with the knowledge, skills, dispositions, and cultural competencies needed to transform toxic school cultures. Dream/Initiative V. 5AH16..6� P p kStudent Tuition Assistance Pill " and Readiness Tracks ana sl wgsmn""ffien nm 1, (S.T.A.R.T.) summe, snags c+;�on•: mleymen.untvm:erp Stakeholders dreamed of an = ^^a!-roortunity that would open the doors of access to students on both ends of the academic spectrum. Such an opportunity would provide developmental and academic enrichment forthose students who need it. Most importantly, this opportunitywould provide these students with an avenue for them to have access to success. This strategic recruitment initiative was developed to identify a new type of student for Philander Smith College - one who is SERIOUS! Through four creative tracks (Community, Ambassador, Urban, and Christian), S.T.A.R.T. guarantees the participants a STRONG start at Philander Smith College. • Board Approves Naming of Student Center to National Alumni Association At its February 2016 Meeting, the Philander Smith College Board Of Trustees granted naming rights of the Student Center to the National Alumni Association. • President's Student Leadership Council Formed In January 2016, the President appointed21 honor students (recommended by faculty and staff) to serve on the Presidents Student Leadership and Advisory Council. The Council wilt meet with the President regularlyto discuss student -related leadership and engagement issues. • UNCF Career Pathways Grant Received Thirty colleges have been selected as planning grant awardees for UNCFs new Career Pathways Initiative (CPII, a highly competitive grant process open to four- year historically black colteges and universities (HBCUsI and predominantly black institutions [PBls) to help students gain the knowledge, preparation, insight and skills needed for meaningful employment upon graduation. Alumna Rhonda Lovelace89 Promoted to Interim ITATM r, T & W! M, P ALUMNA RHONDA LOVELACE was recently promoted to the position c of Students. A 1989 graduate of Philander Smith College, Dean Lovelace institution for eighteen (18) years. She began her career as an Outreach C with the Upward Bound Program in 1997 and was promoted to director c Integrated Campus Center, now known as the Center for Student Service: In 2012, she was promoted to her most recent position as the Assistan for Student Services. Dean Lovelace possesses a wealth of experience in c student development and leadership. In her new role as Interim Dean of Students, she will be responsible for oversight of the following areas: Hea Services (Campus Nurse, Disability Services, and Counseling Services), Residential Life, Career Services, Student Life, and Intramural Sports and Recreation. Additionally, she will serve as the Chief Student Conduct Appeals Officer and Title IX Coordinator. Dean Lovelace earned a Master's of Arts degree in Management and Human Resources Development from Webster University in St. Louis, Missouri. She is a doctoral candidate in the Higher Education Administration Program at the University of Arkansas at Little Rock, and currently in the completion phase of her dissertation. A lifetime resident of North Little Rock, Arkansas, Dean Lovelace is the proud mother of one daughter, Kharlissa Lovelace. Unique Scholars Academy Honors Alumnus Dr. Charles W. Donaldson Four-year $10,000 Scholarship (and much more) made possible to eligible PSC Students who participate in Summer Bridge Program named in honor of PSC Alumnus Dr. Charles W. Donaldson. THE CHARLES W. DONALDSON SCHOLARS ACADEMY was established on the heels of the landmark desegregation settlement of three school districts, Little Rock, North Little Rock, and Pulaski. County. After 30 years of payments to the school districts for desegregation efforts, the black -white achievement gap had not improved. In response to this disparity, the first iteration of the CWDSA was realized with the goal of preparing incoming freshmen for college - level work by eliminating the need for them to take remedial math and English courses. Since its inception in 2014, the Dr. Charles W. Donaldson CDSA has had a significant impact on the students it has served. After the fast year, all 58 students who enrolled as the first group of Donaldson Scholars planned on attending college by the end of the three- week program, some who had no plans of attending college prior to attending the academy Students in the PCSSD who remain in the academy through their senior year of high school and attend Philander Smith College or the University of Arkansas at Little Rock, will be offered a $2,500 annual scholarship, renewable for up to four years. Additionally, the following advantages are realized for participants: • Start preparing for college now with help from student success professionals; • Meet others your age while attending summer sessions at Philander Smith College or the University of Arkansas at Little Rock; • Gain help to improve reading, writing, and math skills, while also enhancing social and emotional development; • Get ACT preparation and application assistance; and • Build relationships with college student and professional mentors VERNITA BOWENS, currently serving as the Coordinator for Career & Volunteer Services in the Division of Student Affairs and Enrollment Management, joined the PSC Team in January 2016. In her capacity, Ms. Bowens is responsible for developing and implementing effective programs and services that will enhance the career placement preparation, necessary skills, and career placement outcomes for PSC students. Her prior experiences have provided her with opportunities to work in social and psychological services, career readiness programs, and the community college setting. She earned both Bachelor of Arts and Master of Arts degrees in Sociology from Arkansas State University. Additionally, she hold a Global Workforce Development Facilitator Certification awarded through the National Career Development Association. Since joining the team, Ms. Bowens has led the charge in reestablishing a full-time presence for career and volunteer services which had been absent since late in the 2014year. In her short time at PSC, we've established new partnerships with organizations like Girl Scouts ofAmerica and CityYearaswellas post -graduate opportunities with the Department of Homeland Security and University of Missouri - Vet School. Specifically targeting the skills our students need to succeed, Ms. Bowens planned a Career Services Week for spring 2016 that helped students build competence in the areas of resume writing, interviewing, business attire, and active job seeking in job fair settings. Additionally, she worked with organizations throughout the greater Little Rock community and neighboring territories to confirm close to 30 participants for the Spring Career Fair that was hosted on April 13, 2016. 0 Religious Emphasis Week KEEP CALM AND MOVE FORWARD Celebrating Preaching, Teaching, Singing and Praising at Religious Emphasis Week 2016 Don't panic. I'm with you. There's no need to fear for I'm your God. I'll give you strength. I'll help you. I'll hold you steady, keep a firm grip on you. -Isaiah 41:10: The Message Participants in the Philander Smith College First Annual Ministers Empowerment Luncheon. WITH A THEME OF "Keep Calm and Move Forward;' Religious Emphasis Week 2016 took place Feb. 21-26. The Week was celebrated with great preaching, teaching, singing, and praising all week long. The weeklong observance included featured guest speakers Rev. Maxine Allen, PSC Alum, the Rev. Dr. Christopher Davis of St. Paul Baptist Church in Memphis, TN, Evangelist Jacayln Carr of West Memphis, Arkansas and Minister Tim Rogers of Blytheville, AR. A musical concert featured the Art Porter Singers of Little Rock, AR. Other music for the week was provided by the Chapel singers of Philander Smith and our special guest, LeAndria Johnson of Atlanta, GA. The Week's highlight was the 9th annual Living Legends Banquet on Feb. 26. 'those honored this year for their community leadership and demonstration of their faith in action were Mr. Jim Argue, Trustee Robert Blue, Professor Shannon Clowney-Johnson, Dean Rhonda Lovelace, Rev. James Lyles, Rev. Antoine Scruggs, and Mr. Shaborn Vail. 2016 Living Legends President Smothers appoints Reverend Ronnie MillerYow and Pastor Phillip Pointer to Cc -Chair the Col- lege's new Summer Ministry Training and Outreach Program. Also pictured are PSC Student Ministers Shaborn Vail, William Currin, Wendell Smith and Reverend Ronnie Miller Yew. P life 111 wig Faculty, Staff and Students Moving Philander Forward THE INDIVIDUAL AND COLLECTIVE accomplishments of Philander's faculty, staff and students represent a snapshot of the larger body of work and initiatives undergirding the Philander Forward Movement. Our faculty and students have excelled in unprecedented ways, receiving national recognition and attracting scholarships, and local and national funding to support the Colleges' unique programs. As we continue to focus on an entrepreneurial spirit of innovation and progress, we anticipate changes to our product and the way in which we do business —changes for the better. What will not change, however, is the need for your continued support as we prepare for some of Philander's most exciting days that lie ahead. PSC Student Seneza Gaston Named 2016 Apple HBCU Scholar ASTATEMENT FROM MR. GASTON: r "By awarding me the Apple HBCU Scholarship, I am able to concentrate on what is important to me: education. .. Getting this scholarship for me is a great honor. Being Apple HBCU scholar, I am sure my education has never been easier, and it's a sign that hard work has paid off. I am proud to represent my college, PSC, in the pool of talented students, as well. Apple has made it easy for me to finish my education without any debt. Dr. uraSamL S fence, Chair, Division of Not only will I get $25,000 scholarship, Natural Science, with one of her top scholars, Mr. Seneza Gaston. Apple has also assigned me a mentorfor the whole academic year to help me grog% professionally. It has always been my dreams to become a software engineer, and I am proud to say that this summer I will be joining Apple as a software engineering intern, in Cupertino Silicon Valley. This is only the beginning of my story and I am excited for what lies ahead. I see a lot of potential in PSC students and I look forward to helping them receive this same scholarship in the future. I believe that no one is ever defeated until the defeat has been accepted as a reality." Mr. Gaston visits the Apple Headquarters to learn more about the perks of his new Scholarship. PSC Student Leader Tamara Bates was selected from Thousands to Attend AIPAC Conference in Washington D.C. AIMED AT STRENGTHENING the pipeline of future leaders and global ambassadors, for more than 30 years AIPAC has helped students find their voices in support of a strong U.S.-Israel relationship. AIPAC student activists participate in a variety of training opportunities throughout the year. AIPAC offers political leadership training that gives pro -Israel students the tools they need to be effective. From intensive seminars in Washington, D.C. where students meet with members of Congress to rigorous trips to Israel where these up-and-coming activists can learn about the issues affecting Israel first-hand, AIPAC prepares young leaders to help build the pro -Israel community on and beyond the campus. PSC is extremely proud of Tamara Bates (aka Tap -Tap) who is also scheduled to graduate this semester. Undergraduate Research on the Rise at PSC THE UNDERGRADUATE RESEARCH PROGRAM ensures PSC students are groomed to be competitive in obtaining internships, scholarships, fellowships, and awards at regional, state and national levels. As the College strengthens it "culture of research" several Philanderians are moving the College Forward with their excellence. For example, during the 2015/2016 academic year, five students have been admitted into Ph.D. programs with full scholarships. There are now four graduates in Ph.D. programs with full scholarships because one student chose to decline her acceptance into Tulane University and to attend The Ohio State University at the M.A. degree level before moving into a Ph.D. program at the sa n `tituLion. The Ph.D. programs are at the following: Princeton; UAMS; The University of California at Riverside; and the University of Kansas. The College has also been moving forward by placing three students into M.A. programs at top research institutions: The Ohio State University; Virginia Commonwealth Biomedical Sciences; and University of Missouri at Columbia. Research mentors who have assisted our students have worked closely with Academic Affairs and the College's Arkansas Louis Stokes Alliance for Minority Participation (ARK-LSAMP); the UNCF/Mellon Mays Undergraduate Research Fellowship program; the 4+ 1 Health Services Agreement between PSC and UAMS. STEVENADAMS JASMINE DeHART BERNICEOFORI BRIGHTARTHUR LAVAISAREFLL OLAMIDECLAWOYIN TAMARA BATES JI'VONEFREEMAN TIFFANY PHILLIPS-PETERS JOHNBENTLEY BREICNAHAMILTON BATHSHEBA PETTY JEFFREY BOAKYE LATAVIA HILL TARAIROLLE TIFFANY BRYANT TIERRAHOLLAND GASTONSENEZA. FREDDYABRIGGS FELIXKYERE JASMINE SLOAN DAMIESHABRYANT BEUNKAMCVAY CRAIGSTEELE RONISHABYRD JORDAN MILLER KAPRESEWARREN NYASHECLARK BRIGHTONMLAMBO DOMINIQUECRAWFORD MOBOLAH KOSOKO- JAKEIRAOAVIS MORONFOLU Philander Smith College and Hendrix College Senior Administrative Teams Meet to Discuss and Share Ideas The Philander Smith College and Hendrix College Senior Administrations commit to partnerships between the two institutions. STAFF MOVING PHILANDER FORWARD Dr. Lois Sheer Shares Her 3 Cs: Caring, Compassion, and Committment giityyliy '; TH E M ISSION OF Philander Smith College (PSC) is "to f � � graduate academically accomplished students...' At the forefront s, and embedded in the fulfillment of this mission is the need for effective academic advising by individuals who care, who are committed and who approach each student s circumstances with j compassion. Dr. Lois J. Sheer possesses this unique blend of qualities and the students know it. These qualities are manifested in her daily interactions with students in the Academic Success Center. From freshman to Lois J. Sheer, Ph.D., Director, Academic Success senior, students at PSC are empowered via advising to participate Center counsels with PSC student Meka Green. in and monitor their academic collegiate experiences. By utilizing the resources that are now readily available, along with other college services, students know where they are in their academic program, what has been completed, what needs to be completed, and when future endeavors can be pursued. As a value- added component of their college experience, effective academic advising encourages on -going communication with the advisor, ensures the development of intellectual skills in critical thinking, quantitative literacy, computer literacy, and oral and written communications; and recognizes milestones along the matriculation continuum. This model not only promotes the fulfillment of the College's mission, but it also embeds attributes for lifelong learning, and guides students toward behaviors that will foster the attainment of professional and personal goals. All students benefit from 3 Cs exhibited by Dr. Sheer and her colleagues in the Academic Success Center it enables them to understand and to navigate successfully through the academy. FACULTY MOVING PHILANDER FORWARD Moving Forward with the McKinley Newton Honors Academy Shannon Clowney-Johnson MOVING PHILANDER FORWARD is a top priority for Professor Shannon Clowney-Johnson McKinley, Director of the Newton Honors Academy. With a unique approach to teaching, advising and mentoring, Professor Clowney-Johnson proudly demonstrates how much she cares for the students and her compassion and commitment shows in and outside of the classroom. Committed to the College's Forward Movement, Mrs. Clowney-Johnson believes that it is essential that the academic reputation of Philander Smith College continues to rise. The Honors Academy is committed to strengthening Philander's standing as a top liberal arts college that produces academically strong and competitive graduates. Like all incoming freshmen, Honors students will begin their academic journey in General Education courses. However, the Model of Student Development for Honors will require course contexts, applications of skills, and expected synthesis of skills via a capstone, all of which will be noticeably different from the coursework of most freshmen at PSC. Honors courses in the first and second years have been intentionally designed for first time, full-time entering freshman participants who enter with an English and Math ACT score of 22 or above (or English and Math SAT of 600 above). The academy admits new students during the fall semester of each year to create a cohort of students who will matriculate during their first two years together. As a member of the teaching faculty for the Honors program, Professor Clowney-Johnson strives to challenge Honors students to reach their highest Professor Shannon Clowney-Johnson advises PSC Honor Student Seneza Gaston. potential while remaining dedicated to the social justice principles that ground these young advocates. Beyond academics, the Honors Academy is dedicated to creating an enhanced experience for its members. Future living and learning communities are being planned within the PSC residence halls that will enable Honors students to create long-lasting friendships and alliances as well as encourage the constant exchange of intellectual ideas. Participation in the National Association of African -American Honors Programs also provides additional opportunities for our students to present research and participate in academic quiz competitions. Internationally, the Academy is focused on academically preparing its graduates to be both Global Leaders and policy makers and will aid students in study abroad opportunities as well as community service work and internships with global serving and centered organizations. DR. TIONNA JENKINS '01 was honored by Arkansas Business in its 2015 Class of Top 40 Under40. Currently serving as a Regional Director for the Clinton Health Matters Initiative at the Bill, Hillary & Chelsea Clinton Foundation, Alumna Jenkins is representing the Philander Brand as an intriguing business and policy leader. Her profile reveals a deep commitment to "making the world a better place" through public policy. A true testament to Philander's powerful mission statement. In August 2015 DR. JOHN W. MCALLISTER '94 made history by being named Program Coordinator and Assistant (tenure for the Rehabilitation of the Blind - Orientation and Mobility Program at the University of Arkansas at Little Rock. This appointment made Dr. McAllister the first African American male in the history of the field of Blindness to lead a program at a major university. Committed to "making the world a better place" for individuals with disabilities, Alumnus McAllister personifies the PSC Mission Statement. ma In February 2016, Alumnus SHERMAN TATE'70was inducted into the UNCF National Alumni Association Outstanding Alumnus/ Hall of Honor. Nominated jointly by the PSC NAA and the College, Dr. Tate was selected for outstanding achievements in his professional, civic and community endeavors and his dedicated service to Philander Smith College. ft GERALD THOMAS '12 honored by the UNCF NAA with the Outstanding Young Alumnus Award. Nominated jointly by the PSC NAA and the CoLtege, this award is given to a recent graduate (graduated in the Last 10 years( who has made outstanding contributions to his/her alma mater, the community and/or UNCF. 'Round Campus Moving Forward U PSC Celebrates Excellence in the African American Community IN CELEBRATION OF Black History Month, Philander Smith College (PSC) hosted its African - American Honors Ceremony. The ceremony, which took place on Sunday, February 28, 2016, recognized high achieving African -American high school seniors with a cumulative grade point average of 3.0 or better from the Little Rock School District, the North Little Rock School District and the Pulaski County Special School District. This event was the College's first ceremonial acknowledgement of high school excellence in the African -American community. The keynote speaker was Arkansas State Senator Joyce Elliott. Senator Elliott delivered a dynamic message which focused on the importance of honoring excellence by stating, "Be a thinking person ... and have a fixed purpose:These words Arkansas Senator Joyce Elliott Keynotes the 1 st Annuat African American Honors Program. Arkansas Senator Linda Chesterfield congratulates the scholars and encourages them to go to college and to use their talents for a better Arkansas. Congressman French Hill congratulates students on their high scholastic achievements. IN 0 . h, PSC F Honor St-1-idernts On March 31, the certificate and pinning ceremony at Honors Convocation recognized 79 students who appeared on the 4.0 List; 74 students who appeared on the President's List; 151 students who appeared on the Dean's List; 39 candidates for the Alpha Kappa Mu Honor's Society; and 37 undergraduate researchers who competed successfully in 2015-2016 on the regional, state, and national levels for scholarships, internships, fellowships, and awards. # Philander Forward! summarize what it means to be a PSC African - American Academic All -Star. Also in attendance for the ceremony were United States Congressman French Hill, Arkansas State Senator Linda Chesterfield, and Arkansas State Representative Fredrick Love. The College honored over 125 young scholars and offered over 40 institutional scholarships. The ceremony was designed to bring public attention to the academic achievement of minority students who have excelled academically and who will become the leaders of tomorrow. The ceremony has given students and their families a closer look at what Philander Smith College has to offer and it is the College's intention to ensure that this is an annual celebration for Black History Month. Dr. Roderick L. Smothers, Sr. awards Presidential Scholars. Mr. and Miss Philander Smith College Ms. Danita Waller -Page renders solo at the African American Honors Program. Current and future Philander Smith College Honor students. Arkansas State Senator Linda Chesterfield and State Representative Charles Blake partner with the Administration to host the Philander Smith CoRege's Annual Legislative Reception. PSC Honors Arkansas Legislators at Inaugural Reception PHILANDER SMITH COLLEGE hosted its inaugural Arkansas Legislature Appreciation Reception on October 29, 2015. The reception was created to acknowledge the state's legislators for their great efforts to improve economic and educational opportunities and access to healthcare for the people of Arkansas. The Philander Forward Initiatives were presented to the audience to showcase the monumental efforts of the College. It was noted that with the cooperation of our state's legislature, Philander Smith College can reclaim its position as one of the Top 5 Historical Black Colleges and Universities in the nation. Black History Month Celebration Includes Variety of Programs BLACK HISTORY MONTH continues to be an important time to pause and reflect on the accomplishments of African -Americans throughout American history. This year's Black History Month Celebration at Philander Smith College included a variety of programs, events, and lectures! Focused on sharing the legacy of African - American accomplishments, contributions, and achievements, the month kicked off with a mid -day Trivia Blitz! As students, faculty, staff, and community members arrived for their normal Thursday lunch in the Student Center, Black History buttons, bookmarks, and other items were distributed and trivia teams were formed! Participants were encouraged to use all of their resources to get the right answers — as this activity was focused on sharing and learning! The month continued with the annual Black History Chapel which featured Pastor Rickey Hicks of the Rufus K. Young Christian Church. Pastor Hicks' riveting message encouraged PSC scholars to not only honor Black history but also to become agents and advance African - American contributions. PSC also welcomed Bree Newsome for the Black History Month Edition of Bless the Mic! Ms. Newsome shared her story of faith, advocacy, and justice to a room of PSC scholars, faculty and staff members, as well as members of the surrounding community. The month of celebration concluded with the African - American Honors Ceremony which celebrated the accomplishments and achievements of high school students throughout the greater Little Rock Region! At the appreciation reception, some of the members in the Arkansas State Legislature visited Philander Smith College for the first time and were thoroughly impressed with the campus. The PSC community attended the appreciation reception Some of those in attendance for the ceremony were Philander Smith Colleges representatives, Senator Linda Chesterfield and Representative Charles Blake. Dr. Brett Powell, Director of the Arkansas Department of Higher Education as well as Dr. Rex Horne, President of Arkansas' Independent Colleges and Universities gave remarks about the forward progress of Philander Smith College. Student Town Hall Meeting Voices Issues FROM TIME TO TIME, as part of a continual commitment to shared governance, the President calls Town Hall meetings that are focused on hearing the broader student concerns, challenges, and successes as part of their PSC experience. This spring semester, the Town Hall meeting came at a critical time in the academic year as students prepared for Spring Break. Students from all classifications and majors attended the meeting. The presented concerns ranged from lack of social engagement and activities to the rigor of academics in some of our academic departments. What a proud moment it was to see Philanderians call for action in their collegiate experiences! The concerns were presented to the President's Cabinet and each Vice - President was asked to respond to the students' concerns related to their respective functional area. Where appropriate, responses will be provided in written format with action steps to be presented to the Student Government Association. a Black History Month Bless The Mic Speaker Bree Newsome Delivers inspiring Message Bree Newsome, orchestrator of the movement to remove the Confederate Flag from in front of the South Carolina statehouse, Blesses The Mic at PSC. Bree Newsome