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Mauro and Fuller Inducted into Marywood Athletics Hall of Fame

Read the news coverage.

Marywood Performs Pippin- Feb. 19-20

See the premier musical theater performance, Pippin written by Roger O. Hirson, on February 19 and 20 at 7:30 p. m.

Professor Mary Salvaterra Publishes Work on Women Religious in Africa

Mary Salvaterra, CSJ, Ph.D., Professor in Education, co-authored Developing Leaders Among Women Religious in Africa in A. W. Wiseman (Ed.), Educational leadership: Global contexts and international comparisons (pp. 245-271). UK: Emerald Press. The work describes studies completed through the Sisters Leadership Development Initiative (SLDI) designed to develop leadership skills in 304 women religious of Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, Ghana and Nigeria.

Student Exhibit: Furniture Forms on Display at Lavish

The exhibition, Furniture Forms, will be featured at Lavish in downtown Scranton during the month of February. The exhibition of works by Marywood students will showcase some of the best work created by art students of the region in recent years. All work was designed and created by students enrolled in Marywood University's Three Dimensional Design advanced class during the 2009 fall term.

Free Concert to Benefit Campus Ministry- Jan. 30

Marywood University's Office of Campus Ministry will host The Forgiven Band, a local Christian rock band, to help raise donations for upcoming Campus Ministry sponsored service trips. The Forgiven Band will play on Saturday, January 30, from 8- 10 p.m. in the Latour Room, Nazareth Student Center. The concert is free and open to the public.

Nominations for Graduation Medals Are Now Being Accepted

Nominations are being accepted for the 2010 Ackourey, Kelley and Piznar Medals until Tuesday, February 2, 2010.

Dean Hunt Receives Highest Honor from Virginia Society AIA

Marywood University's Dean of the Architecture School, Greg Hunt, FAIA, was named the 2009 recipient of the Virginia Society American Institute of Architects' (AIA) most prestigious award, the William C. Noland Medal. The Noland Medal is the highest honor bestowed upon a member of the Society. The award is given to an architect who has established a distinguished body of accomplishments, sustained over time, which spans a broad spectrum of the professions and transcends the scope of normal professional activities.

Music at Marywood: Free December Concerts

Marywood University's Department of Music, Theatre, and Dance announce Music at Marywood concerts for the month of December. All events are free and open to the public.

Print Guild Exhibit Displays Work from Art Faculty and Students

The Print Guild exhibit is on display today through November 15 in the Kresge Room, Insalaco Center for Studio Arts. For the past seven years, Print Guild provides an opportunity for art faculty and students to create an original print for purposes of exhibiting and exchanging a complete portfolio of prints in a wide variety of media. Print Guild was formed and is currently directed by Peter Hoffer, Associate Professor of Art. The exhibit is free and open to the public. The Kresge Room hours include Monday –Friday 8:30a.m.-4:30p.m.

Inaugural Exhibit in the New School of Architecture

Today through November 23, Marywood University will exhibit Speculations: Drawing out Possibilities in Architecture in the Architecture Gallery, Center for Architectural Studies.

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Campus Announcements

Mauro and Fuller Inducted into Marywood Athletics Hall of Fame

Read the news coverage.

Marywood Performs Pippin- Feb. 19-20

See the premier musical theater performance, Pippin written by Roger O. Hirson, on February 19 and 20 at 7:30 p. m.

Student Exhibit: Furniture Forms on Display at Lavish

The exhibition, Furniture Forms, will be featured at Lavish in downtown Scranton during the month of February. The exhibition of works by Marywood students will showcase some of the best work created by art students of the region in recent years. All work was designed and created by students enrolled in Marywood University's Three Dimensional Design advanced class during the 2009 fall term.

Dr. Bruce Wisenburn Presents at Annual Convention

Dr. Bruce Wisenburn, Assistant Professor in Communication Sciences and Disorders, presented a seminar, "Objective Review of Therapies for Anomia Due to Aphasia" and a poster, "Meta-Analysis of Anomia Therapies in Relation to Underlying Deficits," at the American-Speech-Language-Hearing Association Annual Convention, New Orleans, LA.

December 2009 Graduates

Marywood University announces December graduates.

Marywood University Announces Fall Semester Dean’s List

Marywood University announces t the Fall 2009 semester Dean's List.

Prayer Vigil for Victims of Haiti Earthquake- Jan. 20

Marywood University will hold a Prayer Vigil for Haiti on Wednesday, January 20 at 9 p. m. in the Rotunda, Liberal Arts Building.

String Project Wins National Award

The Marywood University String Project, under the direction of Sophie Till, won the American String Teachers Association (ASTA) String Project of the Year Award.

Free Hearing Screenings for Education Majors: Feb. 1- 2

The Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders at Marywood University will offer free hearing screenings on Monday, February 1, from 9 a. m. - 5 p. m., and Tuesday, February 2, from 1 p. m. - 5 p. m., in Room 1092, William G. McGowan Center for Graduate and Professional Studies. The screenings are for education students only.

Faculty News

Faculty members include Steven Alexander, Dr. Lloyd Lyter, Sister Joan McCusker, Dr. James Smoliga, Sophie Till, and Stephanie Wise.

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Meetings

Dr. Alan Levine Named Dean of the College of Health and Human Services

Alan M. Levine, Ph.D. has been named Dean of the College of Health and Human Services, where he will be responsible for providing strategic, entrepreneurial, and visual leadership. He will demonstrate and foster excellence in teaching, research, and service. Prior to his position, Dr. Levin acted as interim Dean of the College of Health and Human Services, Professor and Director of the Doctoral Program in Human Development, and Professor and Co-Chair in the Department of Nutrition and Dietetics. In addition, he acted as Deputy Director of Research for the former Military Family Institute at Marywood University.

“Green” Architecture Students—First in Region—Witness Another First

On September 1, 2009, Northeast Pennsylvania's first Architecture students stood in awe, and then scattered to take hundreds of cell phone photos, mingle with their new classmates, and then listen attentively this afternoon as they witnessed what everyone had been waiting more than a year for-the opening of the first academic year for the new Center for Architectural Studies, the spacious learning lab of "green" architecture that will be the academic home for the next four to six years for these future environmental stewards.

Laborers and Craftsman Saluted as “The Constructors” of “Green Architecture” Facility

Marywood University’s School of Architecture celebrated the laborers and craftsmen of the University’s newly renovated Center for Architectural Studies on Saturday, August 22, 2009, just one week before classes started for the new School. Sr. Anne Munley, IHM, Marywood University President, and Gregory Keane Hunt, FAIA, School of Architecture Dean, hosted a “Celebration of the Constructors” at the new Center—an event that honored and thanked the many laborers and craftsmen whose collective skills and talents helped to create this special “green architecture” facility..

U.S. Olympic Training Center Members to Train in Human Performance Laboratory

Members of the U.S. Olympic Training Center, Colorado Springs, will visit the Human Performance Laboratory at Marywood University for a training session on Tuesday, July 14, from 8 a.m.-3:30p.m.

Music at Marywood: 34th Annual Summer Concert Series

Marywood University's Music Department announces the 34th Annual Summer Concert Series, Music at Marywood. The series take place on Sundays at 7:30p.m. in the Memorial Commons, Marywood University. All concerts are free and open to the public.

Commencement Set to Award 881 Degrees- May 10

Marywood University will celebrate its 91st annual commencement with the awarding of 881 degrees to graduates from the Reap College of Education and Human Development, Insalaco College of Creative Arts and Management, College of Health and Human Services, and College of Liberal Arts and Sciences. The ceremony will be held on Sunday, May 10 at 1 p.m. at the Wachovia Arena, Casey Plaza in Wilkes-Barre.

Socratic Society at Marywood University

Socratic Society Meeting

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FYI

Marywood University Hosts Free Wellness Fair- Feb. 18

Participate in the 8th annual "Celebrate Your Body Wellness Fair" on Thursday, February 18.

Dr. Bruce Wisenburn Presents at Annual Convention

Dr. Bruce Wisenburn, Assistant Professor in Communication Sciences and Disorders, presented a seminar, "Objective Review of Therapies for Anomia Due to Aphasia" and a poster, "Meta-Analysis of Anomia Therapies in Relation to Underlying Deficits," at the American-Speech-Language-Hearing Association Annual Convention, New Orleans, LA.

December 2009 Graduates

Marywood University announces December graduates.

Marywood University Announces Fall Semester Dean’s List

Marywood University announces t the Fall 2009 semester Dean's List.

Nominations for Graduation Medals Are Now Being Accepted

Nominations are being accepted for the 2010 Ackourey, Kelley and Piznar Medals until Tuesday, February 2, 2010.

Free Hearing Screenings for Education Majors: Feb. 1- 2

The Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders at Marywood University will offer free hearing screenings on Monday, February 1, from 9 a. m. - 5 p. m., and Tuesday, February 2, from 1 p. m. - 5 p. m., in Room 1092, William G. McGowan Center for Graduate and Professional Studies. The screenings are for education students only.

Print Guild Exhibit Displays Work from Art Faculty and Students

The Print Guild exhibit is on display today through November 15 in the Kresge Room, Insalaco Center for Studio Arts. For the past seven years, Print Guild provides an opportunity for art faculty and students to create an original print for purposes of exhibiting and exchanging a complete portfolio of prints in a wide variety of media. Print Guild was formed and is currently directed by Peter Hoffer, Associate Professor of Art. The exhibit is free and open to the public. The Kresge Room hours include Monday –Friday 8:30a.m.-4:30p.m.

Inaugural Exhibit in the New School of Architecture

Today through November 23, Marywood University will exhibit Speculations: Drawing out Possibilities in Architecture in the Architecture Gallery, Center for Architectural Studies.

New Media Titles

New Media Titles for October.

Andrea Novack Presents on Dysphagia and Speech-Languge-Hearing

Andrea Novack, Clinic Director in the Communication Sciences and Disorders department has presented Dysphagia - Diagnosis and Treatment at the Nutritional Support Workshop sponsored by the Department of Nutrition and Dietetics. In addition, she presented Speech-Language-Hearing Development at the Family Place Workshop, where children (up to 3 years old) and parents have the opportunity to receive information in the development and care of their children.