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Carlos Verdecchia: an uncommonly educated high school teacher

Posted on August 19, 2011 by Webteam

“My English was not that good when I started at Berea College,” Carlos Verdecchia said. Then he grinned broadly and continued, “That was probably why I was there for five years.” He graduated in 1991. Verdecchia was born and raised … Continue reading →

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Sam Gleaves Talks Berea and Mountain Music

Posted on April 14, 2011 by Webteam

Sam Gleaves’ casual and cheery demeanor accounts for his nicknames, “Smiling Sam” and “Sunshine Sam,” as he is known around campus, both for his friendly nature and yellow hair.

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Shirley Fowler Offers a Legacy of Support

Posted on November 20, 2009 by Webteam

As a private money manager, Shirley Fowler has always been impressed by how Berea handles its finances. “I have watched your balance sheets with interest,” she once wrote President John Stephenson, “and I agree with your objectives. As you know, … Continue reading →

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Gene Parr, ’49, and Joan Parr, ’48 Return the Gift of a Lifetime

Posted on November 20, 2009 by Webteam

Alumni Gene and Joan Parr display an undeniable enthusiasm when discussing Berea. Memories of the campus in the 1940s abound, but the couple focuses most of Berea’s influence in creating purposeful lives.

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Tommy Boykin Thoughtfully Defines His Future at Berea

Posted on November 17, 2009 by Webteam

What kind of socks does a physics major wear? Well, if you’re Tommy Boykin, there are two kinds of socks in the world: dress socks and black Nike athletic socks, specifically the running type that are engineered for each foot. … Continue reading →

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