CSD Student Merits Honorable Mention at Research Day
Marywood University department of Communication Sciences and Disorders student, Hannah Longacre, junior, Chambersburg, Pa., merited honorable mention at the 2021 Marywood University Research Day in the category of Undergraduate Poster.
Ms. Longacre, who conducted a research project with Vijayachandra Ramachandra, Ph.D., academic faculty at Marywood, submitted her project titled, “Unmasking the Psychology of Recognizing Emotions of People Wearing Masks.” Ms. Longacre’s research was presented in the category of Undergraduate Poster for Outstanding Innovative Approach. She also won the second-place prize in the Biological Sciences and Health Category at the 10th annual Pennsylvania State Eastern Regional Undergraduate Research Symposium.
Marywood University’s annual Research Day was conducted virtually this year, which allowed faculty, students, and the community the opportunity to comment on research and ask questions of presenters via an online platform. Pre-recordings and live presentations were available, and each of the sessions was recorded for those who wished to access the presentations at a later date.
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Retiring President Sister Mary Persico, IHM, Ed.D. to Address Class of 2024
Sister Mary, who will retire on June 30, will address graduates at Marywood University’s 106th Commencement on May 18, 2024, and will be recognized with a special tribute at the ceremony.
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Lisa A. Lori, J.D. Elected as Marywood University's First Lay President
Atty. Lori, a Marywood graduate, formerly served as Board Chair. She will begin her presidential tenure on July 1, 2024.
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Community Leadership Celebration to Honor Mary Ellen McDonough '73
During the celebration, Mrs. McDonough will receive the University’s Lead On Award, in recognition of her dedicated service as both a Certified Prevention Specialist and as a community volunteer leader.