Jan 31 2007

Sonny White - Midlands Technical College

Last Meeting
January 31, 2007

Reporter- Scott Moseley

The meeting was called to order by Madame President Molly. Kevin Adams gave the invocation followed by the introduction of our guests by John Hanson. Special recognition was given to the many Interact students in attendance. Health & Happiness (joke telling time) was given by the illustrious Lyman Whitehead.

Past President Joel Collins recently spoke to the new Interact group at DJJ and he read a thank you note from that group he received this week. Chip Lyerly reminded us that our next meeting, February 7, is Shadow Day. The students and the Rotary members will meet for breakfast at 7:30 and return to the Cotton House at 12:30 for lunch. February 10th is Adopt-a-Highway. Blount Shepard will provide further details.

Past President Chris Joye introduced our speaker Sonny White, PHD. For the past 11 months Dr. White has served as President of Midlands Technical College. He grew up in York County and attended Clemson University. Dr. White informed the club of the growth that Midlands Tech is planning in the area. Ground has just broken on a new facility in Batesburg-Leesville and plans are being made to expand the Harbison Campus. Midlands Tech is well known for its Nursing program. Approximately 85% of the area nurses and technician-level health professionals prepare for their careers at MTC. The school is focused on helping different companies find capable employees through technical training. 90% of MTC graduates find employment after college in our three county area.

The meeting was adjourned following the donation of several celebratory Happy Dollars.











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