Barton College Aging Studies Program- Formerly Gerontology

03/14/2024

Please consider donating to the School of Education and Social Sciences towards the purchase of Aging Simulation Tools for the Aging Studies Program. Here are a few students engaging with a few at the NCHOSA State Leadership Conference.

Thank you for your support- givingday.barton.edu!

Barton College

03/13/2024

Donate to the School of Education and Social Sciences in support of Aging Studies!

Here’s why…. North Carolina is aging! We rank 9th nationally in both total population and in the number of those age 65 and older. Nationally, by 2060 the 65+ population will reach 95 million, increasing from 16 percent to 23 percent of the total US population. To prepare for this, the Aging Studies Program at Barton College actively teaches students the professional skills to combat ageism in their future careers and to assess the growing opportunities that our aging population has to offer. Students engage in discussions about the psychological, biological, and social aspects of aging, specifically gaining an understanding of normal aging characteristics versus “abnormal” aging characteristics such as chronic illnesses, dementia, and Alzheimer’s Disease. From this, we hope to develop empathetic, professional specialists in the aging field with a dynamic view of the aging process and the aging individual. With your contributions, we can develop these skills even further!

03/06/2024

Barton College Aging Studies needs your generosity and support. Please consider donating funds to help us purchase a variety of geriatric/dementia simulators to engage students when learning hands-on skills. Thank you.

Barton College announces its second annual Giving Days from March 12-14, aiming to raise $200,000 from 400 donors. The event will support the Fund for Barton, scholarships, and other areas, featuring matching gifts and special events. Last year, the initiative raised $101,815 from 243 donors.

03/04/2024

GIA is delighted to endorse the Strategic Plan for Aging Act introduced by Senator Kirsten Gillibrand (D-NY) and Senator Bob Casey (D-PA), chair of the U.S. Senate Special Committee on Aging, and to see a real who's who of aging leaders endorsing as well! bit.ly/3IhiRlF
Multisector Plans for Aging (MPA) are blueprints for a better future for all of us as we age. The Act would create grant funding (through the Older Americans Act) to support states creating their own MPAs. Release: bit.ly/3ICUTlj

02/26/2024

In celebration of Black History Month, the Willis N. Hackney Library at Barton College will host a dramatic presentation showcasing the life and legacy of the late Wilsonian actor and educator Sallie B. Howard. JoAnne Woodard, founder of the Sallie B. Howard School of Arts & Science, will be the featured speaker. The event will be held at 5:30 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 29, in Hackney Library.

This event is sponsored by Barton College’s Aging Studies Program and the Sallie B. Howard Charter School.

In celebration of Black History Month, the Willis N. Hackney Library at Barton College will host a dramatic presentation showcasing the life and legacy of the late Wilsonian actor and educator the late Sallie B. Howard. JoAnne Woodard, founder of the Sallie B. Howard School of Arts & Science, will b...

02/07/2024

Are you passionate about making a positive impact in the world? Do you want to be part of a dynamic organization that is dedicated to creating change? Look no further, because we have an exciting opportunity for you!

As a NC Senior Tarheel Legislature (NCSTHL) Delegate or Alternate, we believe that together, we can make a difference. NCSTHL is a collective of motivated individuals who are passionate about giving a voice to those who are at the margins in their advanced years. The NCSTHL is a force assembled to ensure that older adults from all walks of life are able to age with choice: Choice of setting, supports, and options to ensure quality of life, health, and well-being.

Joining NCSTHL means joining a community of like-minded individuals who are passionate about creating change. Here's what you can expect when you join:

*To assess the legislative needs of older citizens by convening a forum modeled after the NCGA.
*To promote citizen involvement and advocacy concerning aging issues before the NCGA.
*To develop a nonpartisan forum for older North Carolinians to discuss senior citizens’ issues.
*To provide information and education to senior citizens on the legislative process and matters being considered by the NCGA.
*To provide older North Carolinians an opportunity to become more knowledgeable about the legislative process.

NCSTHL is comprised of:
*Members of the NCSTHL are volunteers from all walks of life. Some are retired, some still work.
*Each of North Carolina’s 100 counties may select one delegate and one alternate to the NCSTHL for a two-year term.
*Appointees must be age 60+ and a resident of the county, but they do not have to be born in North Carolina.
*The NCSTHL is unicameral and nonpartisan.
Candidates for appointment are credentialed through the state’s 16 Area Agencies on Aging.
*The NC Division of Aging & Adult Services provides staff support for the NCSTHL.

We would love to have you join NCSTHL and contribute your unique skills and perspectives. Your passion and dedication can truly make a difference in the lives of Seniors across NC.

To learn more and join us, please reach out to us at 252.234.5963. We can't wait to welcome you to the NCSTHL.

02/05/2024

On Monday, February 12, I, Steve Fulks, will deliver a lecture at Barton College as a part of the Honors Program series for this semester. Ironic the theme is ‘Death’…


“This semester, the Whitehurst Family Honors Program is presenting a faculty lecture series on the theme of DEATH.

Throughout the semester, faculty from different academic schools will present TedTalk-styled lectures on the theme from the perspective of their discipline.

Lectures are on Mondays throughout the semester as shown on the schedule, from 12:30–1:00 p.m. in the Library Commons. Please feel free to bring your lunch.

These lectures count as "intellectual" events on the Barton Blueprint.

Schedule
2/5 – Jane Kolunie
2/12 – Steve Fulks
2/19 – Mark Basinger
2/26 – Charles Lanier
3/11 – Shawn McCauley
3/18 – David Abeling-Judge
3/25 – Kevin Pennington
4/1 – Susan Fecho
4/8 – Miguel Elizalde
4/15 – Murali Ranganathan

The lecture series is supported by Dr. Garnett Whitehurst, the Willis N. Hackney Library staff, and the office of the Vice President of Academic Affairs.

If you have questions about the lecture series, please contact-Gerard C. Lange, EdD,
Director of the Whitehurst Family Honors Program”

02/02/2024

Senior Aging Studies student, Addie Piper, enjoying her internship with our partners at Dementia Alliance of NC!