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Cecil Smithson's Retirement Reception

<p> Can anyone imagine life in Webb Center without Cecil Smithson?&nbsp; He has been an integral part of every meeting and event held in Webb since 1975.&nbsp; After thirty-eight years of service to Old Dominion University and Webb Center, Cecil will retire on January 1, 2014.&nbsp; Cecil exemplifies a model of hard work, attention to detail and friendly, attentive service to everyone who uses Webb Center.&nbsp; He has been a tremendous employee who excels at customer service.</p> <p> Cecil&rsquo;s retirement is our loss, but a well-deserved respite for him.&nbsp; After almost forty years of taking care of students, faculty and staff he can finally take time to enjoy his hobbies:&nbsp; gardening, fishing and caring for the many birds, fish, frogs and other critters in his menagerie.</p> <p> We will honor Cecil with a farewell reception in the Hampton/Newport News Room from 3-5 p.m. on Wednesday, January 15.&nbsp; We invite all to stop by to extend their good wishes.&nbsp; If you plan to attend, please rsvp to Ardena Jordan, 683-3415 or <a href="mailto:ajordan@odu.edu">ajordan@odu.edu</a>.</p> <p> &nbsp;</p> <p> Sue Mitchell</p> <p> Director Webb University Center</p> <p> Old Dominion University</p> <p> Norfolk, VA&nbsp; 23529</p> <p> (757) 683-3415</p> <p> &nbsp;</p>

Posted By: Melvine Walker
Date: Mon Jan 06 09:57:27 EST 2014

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