Distinguished Alumni Award

Chartered in 1996, the Watson School of Education (WSE) Alumni Chapter has distinguished itself by serving UNCW, the WSE and the UNCW Alumni Association! Through its fundraising efforts, the chapter has established an endowed alumni scholarship, the naming of the student lounge on the ground floor of the WSE, and the awarding of two annual student scholarships. The annual awarding of the Distinguished Alumni Award is a way the chapter recognizes WSE alumni who have distinguished themselves in the workforce and community by their work and service while representing the Watson School of Education’s commitment to excellence. With the unwavering support of Dr. Cathy L. Barlow, Dean of the WSE, along with the faculty and staff, our chapter has provided valuable programs to student interns and veteran teachers alike.

Honor someone today by nominating them for the 2008 WSE Distinguished Alumni Award!

The one page form is easy to complete by providing a brief description of your nominee’s accomplishments. Re-submission of previously nominated candidates is encouraged.

“It is only in the giving of oneself to others that we truly live”
(Ethel Percy Andrus 1884-1967)

Deadline for nominations is April 9, 2008. 
Please submit your form to:
WSE Distinguished Alumni Award
Attn: Cathy L. Barlow, Dean
UNCW Watson School of Education
601 S. College Road
Wilmington, NC 28403-5991

The WSE Alumni Chapter Honors Lynn Fulton for the 2007 Distinguished Alumni Award

Each year the Watson School of Education Alumni Chapter recognizes a special alumnus who has made significant contributions to education, and who represents the Watson School of Education’s commitment to excellence. This year, our chapter has selected Mrs. Lynn Fulton.

Lynn received her BA in Education from UNCW the spring of 1984, and shortly following, she received her Masters Degree in Education the summer of 1988. She is planning to continue her education and begin working this Fall in the new Doctoral Program in Educational Leadership and Administration.

Not only has Lynn performed exceptional work in her own personal educational pursuits, but she has as well in being an educator and administrator in our school system. Lynn began teaching in the fall of 1984 as a special educator, and then became an Assistant Principal at Winter Park Elementary School here in Wilmington, and is currently the school’s Principal.

Following, are special thoughts shared from fellow educators and friends who reflect upon Lynn’s work as a teacher and administrator:

“Lynn is passionate about providing quality education for children. As a special educator and administrator, she has always been a strong advocate for her students. In addition, Lynn is committed to working with parents, caregivers, and all resource personnel to ensure that her students have the best opportunities and environments possible. She has made inclusion of children with special needs a reality at her school – instead of an abstract concept. Thus, Lynn is thoughtful in her approach to challenges and strives to understand various sides or points of view”.

“I've especially noticed that Lynn gets so excited when she is able to make something positive happen for a student, and so determined to find another approach when the first one doesn't work. Her dedication is a gift to her students”.

Our chapter is very proud to recognize Lynn Fulton as our 2007 Distinguished Alumnus of the Year. She is a wonderful example to not only Watson School of Education alumni, but to all fellow educators and administrators who have the pleasure of working with her.

On behalf of our chapter, we salute and congratulate Lynn for this much deserving award and achievement.

Jeanne Harmon
WSE 2007 Alumni Chapter President