Athens State Announces Founders Queen and Court

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October 23, 2013

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Athens State Announces Founders Queen and Court

            Athens, ALA. - On Tuesday, October 22, Athens State University Vice President Rick Mould crowned Haley Lewter as this year’s Founders Queen.  Lewter is from Ardmore, and is the daughter of Tim and Diane Lewter.  She transferred to Athens State from Calhoun Community College and is a junior majoring in Secondary English and Language Arts. 

Named as members of this year’s Founders Court included Amanda Cates, Lacee Holiday Doucette, Kyleen Kirkland, and Bailey Smith. 

 “Founders Queen and Court is an historic event that has taken place at Athens State University for over fifty years,” said Director of Student Activities Tena Bullington.  “These honors have been bestowed upon women exemplifying Athens State’s mission and as those chosen are voted upon by their student peers it is truly an honor.”

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Attached picture left to right:  Amanda Cates, Lacee Holiday Doucette, Kyleen Kirland, Vice President Rick Mould, Founders Queen Haley Lewter, and Bailey Smith.

Limestone Bay at Athens State Now Open on Campus

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October 23, 2013

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Limestone Bay at Athens State Now Open on Campus

                ATHENS, Ala. - Athens State University has recently remodeled its cafeteria located in the Sandridge Student Center and it has reopened under new management.  Dee Green of Limestone Bay Trading Company of Mooresville took over the daily food preparation and catering responsibilities on October 1. 

                “We are excited about this not only for our students, faculty and staff, but also to be able to invite the public at large to enjoy the services of our cafeteria,” states Mike McCoy, Athens State Vice President for Financial Affairs.

                Limestone Bay at Athens State is open Monday through Friday from 11:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m.  Daily specials are offered along with standard grill options.   The Sandridge Student Center is located in the middle of the Athens State campus between Pryor and Hobbs Streets.

                “We opened a few days before the Fiddlers Convention and have been thrilled with the response,” states Green.  “We feel we have a good handle on what people are wanting and are pleased to be offering it to them.  Between our standard fare and our daily specials, I think we have come up with a really good menu.”

                Limestone Bay at Athens State is open to the general public, not just members of the Athens State University family.

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Pictured:  Dee Green of Limestone Bay at Athens State in the newly renovated cafeteria.

Athens State Alumni Group Teaming with Local Organizations to Sponsor Italy Trip

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October 21, 2013

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Athens State Alumni Group Teaming with Local Organizations to Sponsor Italy Trip

               

                ATHENS, Ala. - The Athens State University Alumni Association has teamed up with The Greater Limestone County Chamber of Commerce and the Athens-Limestone Hospital Foundation to offer an exciting group trip to Italy.  Collette Vacations’ “Reflections of Italy” tour is a 10-day trip leaving on October 15, 2014 and returning on October 24, 2014. Pricing starts at $3999 per person double occupancy and includes round trip air from Huntsville.

                “As we prepare for our first international trip to Ireland in November, the University is excited to partner with the Hospital Foundation and Chamber of Commerce for the Reflections of Italy tour for 2014," remarks Athens State Director of Alumni Affairs Trish DiLullo.

                Revel in the magic of Italy and explore the cities of Rome, Florence, Siena, Venice, Assisi, Perugia and Como. Travel the Tuscan and Umbrian countryside, exploring medieval hill towns and visiting the birthplace of St. Francis, Assisi. Discover the masterpieces of the Renaissance in Florence and see hot glass transformed into exquisite art on Murano Island. Linger in Venice for two nights before ending your journey in the lovely Italian Lake region. Cross the border and explore the Swiss town of Lugano.

                “It’s exciting to partner with Athens State and The Chamber of Commerce to offer our community the opportunity to experience these great trips while at the same time promoting our Hospital and Foundation,” states Hospital CEO Kelli Powers.

                Chamber President Jennifer Williamson added, “We are proud to offer this experience to the various supporters of our organizations.  It will be educational and fun, and an opportunity to travel with new friends.  What a great way to bring our organizations together!”

                Book your trip early- the price increases after April 15, 2014.  Call Pamela Rigsby with SooHoo & Associates and Cruise One at 256-513-8337 or 256-714-6375 or toll free at 1-800-894-2210 for more information. You can also contact the Chamber at 256-232-2600, the Hospital Foundation at 256-233-9230 or the University at 256-233-8185 for additional details.

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