Officers

President (2006-2008)

Gina Misle

York Technical College/USCL

452 South Anderson Road

Rock Hill, SC 29730

O- 803- 981-7095

H- 803-329-0197

Email: gmisle@yorktech.com

As president I preside at all meetings and do my best to be an innovative and transformational leader emphasizing participative decision-making. We have just voted to have many of our meetings online to provide for the best communication and most effective way to be faithful to our mission: to promote and support nursing education. I very much invite email contact and remain open to any and new ideas from our constituents.

President-Elect (2006-2008)

Cathy Dyches

Clemson University

514 Edwards Hall

Clemson, SC

O- 864-656-1741

H- 864-234-9086

C 864-884-5155

Email: cathyd@clemson.edu

As president-elect I am here to support and represent the league to fulfill our mission. I am involved in continuing to develop our Strategic Plan for ultimate success. In the event the president is unable to fulfill her duties or is unable to preside at our executive board meeting, I am here to fulfill that need. Therefore, to add to our president’s vision, I too am open to ideas and suggestions to making our league the best it can possibly be.

Treasurer (2004-2007)

Connie Houser

Central Carolina Technical College

FE Dubose Career Center

3351 Sumter Highway

Manning, SC 29102

O- 803-778-1961 ext 615

H- 803-437-4320

Email: housercl@cctech.edu

As treasurer I have the responsibility of custody of all funds and securities for the SC League. I pay the bills I am sent and deposit the monies we have been credited. One crucial component of my job is to make sure the books are well maintained, balanced, and all funds are appropriately authorized. Yes, we need to have your checkbook balanced at all times…never know who will take a peek. As with my colleagues, I too am open to suggestions and most importantly any donations to our scholarship efforts.

Secretary (2006-2008)

Sarah Roland

Central Carolina Technical College

309 Green Acres Road

Florence, SC 20505

O- 803-778-7808

H- 843-676-9982

Email: rolandsk@cctech.edu

As secretary not only do I keep the minutes of all meeting I also assist in being the ever constant reminder to keep the wheel of progress turning. I am responsible for issuing special notices and will assist in distributing announcements to our board and constituents. Communication is crucial to our success and I am very proud to be an integral part of this effort. Our minutes will be available on our web site therefore, anyone having an idea send me an email.

Directors

Ex-Officio (2006-2008)

Linda Howe

Clemson University

516 Edwards Hall

Clemson, SC

O- 864-656-5480

H- 864-850-3570

Email: LHowe@clemson.edu

As past president my job continues in the support and mentorship of the current president and executive board in their continuing efforts of nursing education and scholarship in our state. Additionally, I remain current with the nominations committee. I then remain in a supportive role as it serves to maintain the much needed transitional leadership that is crucial to a successful organization. And as we support each other we also support the Leagues input to our continuing efforts in education and scholarship.  I also will chair the committee for selecting Teaching Excellence Awards.

Membership Chair (2005-2007)

Sharon Beasley

Technical College of the Low Country

Island, SC 29920

O- 843-525-8263

H- 843-838-9235

Email:  sbeasley@tlc.edu

As a membership chair it is so important to be organized, enthusiastic, and willing to jump in at every given moment…with all the board’s support I am responsible for the following:

▪ Collect and compile membership applications

▪ Deposit checks that are submitted with membership applications and notify the treasurer

▪ Send a letter and SCLN card to each person who joins or renews. {Thank you!}

▪ Send out a letter in the fall to all current members, deans and directors to remind persons about renewal.

▪ Other duties as assigned. This is the part where enthusiasm comes in.

Director

Chair Awards and Scholarship(2004-2007)

Rebecca King

Piedmont Technical College

Greenwood, SC 29646

O- 864-941-8529

H- 864-223-6250

Email: King.R@ptc.edu

As a director my role includes assisting with all SCLN approved activities as established in the Strategic Plan  I am responsible for distributing and accepting “Nursing Award for Excellence” applications and assisting in the final selections that are presented at our November Banquet awards and Annual Meeting. This position provides me the opportunity to be a visible and represent SCLN at various nursing functions within the state. As always we all are committed to the SCLN and welcome all input to be the best we can be in serving the needs of South Carolina.

Director

Chair Nominations Committee (2005-2008)

Iris Walliser

USC Aiken

Aiken, SC 29803

O- 803-641-3333

H- 803-648-6061

Email: isirw@usca.edu

Directors serve a 3 year term and assist with all of the SCLN activities.  My primary responsibility is to chair the Nominations Committee.  The Nominations Committee meets yearly in the summer via email/telephone, and now we are working for an online effort, to develop a list of nominees for the election held at the yearly SCLN meeting in November. I do try to keep everyone informed so we are always prepared for whatever might come our way. We all welcome your input and look forward to hearing from you during our membership and nominations campaign.

Director

Chair ~ Scholarships Committee (2006-2009)

Mary Anne Laney

York Technical College/USCL

452 South Anderson Road

Rock Hill SC 29730

O- 803-981-7067

H- 803-396-5600

Email: mlaney@yorktech.com

Directors serve a 3 year term and assist with all of the SCLN activities. As scholarship chair it is important to be organized and follow up with agencies and educational facilities for nominations. The following is an example of the organization needed to be effective as well as efficient.

SCLN Scholarship Committee

▪ Scholarship Presentation

▪ Faculty Graduate Scholarship Award

▪ Graduate Student in Education Scholarship

Program Committee

▪ Submit NLN paperwork for CEU’s

▪ Obtain NLN CEU Certificates for Attendees

▪ Copy Handouts for the Program

SCLN Annual Awards Banquet

▪ Plan Banquet

▪ Secure Date and Hotel for Banquet

▪ Order Menu

▪ Work with Hotel to Set up Tables & Centerpieces

▪ Develop and Print Program

▪ Work with a Photographer for Pictures

▪ Arrange for Corsages for Award Recipients

Director

 (Work with the Scholarships Chair) (2006-2009)

Sharon Beasley

Technical College of the Low Country

Island, SC 29920

O- 843-525-8263

H- 843-838-9235

Email: sbeasley@tlc.edu

Directors serve a three year term and assist with all SCLN activities. As a director, it is my purpose to assist in the continuing efforts of the SCLN and promote excellence in nursing education in this state. As a new member of the board, it is an exhilarating time to learn the many contributing energies in pursuit of scholarships and educational opportunities in one of the most respected professions: Nursing.  As always, we all are committed to the SCLN and welcome insightful feedback.

Other Directors

 Karen Standish

Donna Fortenberry

Sylvia Lufkin

Thayer McGahee