This spring a local magazine featured stories on three members of the Roanoke College community.
Sally Southard ’77, Dr. Chris Lee of Roanoke’s Math department, and Adam Rutledge ’04 each appear in stories published in Salem Magazine’s most recent issue. Their successes are outlined in these articles, ranging from improving local health to offering world-wide hope.
Southard, diagnosed with diabetes at a young age, dedicates her time to improving the lives of children in similar situations. She still recalls the poor medical conditions and lack of treatment available when she was diagnosed with diabetes at age 10, and she strives to ensure better experiences for others.
Receiving all of her professional education in the state of Virginia, Southard received her bachelor’s degree in psychology from Roanoke College and a bachelor’s degree in science and nursing, as well as a master’s degree, from the University of Virginia. For the past 32 years, she has used her experiences and knowledge as a pediatric nurse at Carilion to instill hope in diabetic children and their families. To learn more about Southard’s story, click here.
Lee, Roanoke’s own mathematics professor, also appears in an article focused on his popular success in training his adopted dog, Nitro. Nitro, who was cared for by the Salem Animal Shelter, was found by local animal control officers in rough shape, suffering malnourishment and deafness. But Lee and his wife still managed to train him effectively through the use of American Sign Language and positive reinforcement with treats.
Not only was Nitro successfully trained by the Lees, but he’s also in the position to potentially become a certified Therapy Dog. Their accomplishment received huge publicity to the extent that they are now considering setting up a foundation to benefit deaf dogs everywhere. For more information on Nitro and his training, read the story here.
Rutledge serves as the cover story for the magazine’s spring issue because of his promising future as a country musician. Raised in Salem, Rutledge learned a strong work ethic and the importance of discipline and preparation from his high school basketball coach, Charlie Morgan. He carries these qualities over into the music he writes and performs with his band.
As of three years ago, Rutledge was producing southern rock, until he switched genres to country music, following his agent’s and mother’s suggestions. After recording a new full-length, high quality music video right here in Salem, Rutledge and his band mates look to the future optimistically. Read more about Rutledge.
Access your own online copy of Salem Magazine at the City of Salem’s website, under the “Publications” section.
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