The New American Colleges and Universities News

NAC&U and Wagner College Mourn Passing of Thomas Carroll

Wed, 21 Jul 2010 14:28:47 -0500

The Wagner College community and NAC&U CFOs will remember Thomas Carroll for his professional dedication and positive outlook. For the past seven years, Tom was Wagner College’s Vice President for Finance and Administration. Tom also taught several graduate business classes at Wagner, and in 2008 a student poll named him top graduate professor.

Wagner College Wins National Civic Engagement Award

Wed, 21 Jul 2010 14:28:03 -0500

Wagner College has won the second annual Higher Education Civic Engagement Award, given by the Washington [D.C.] Center for Internships and Academic Seminars. The six winners of this year’s Higher Education Civic Engagement Awards were chosen from among 120 nominees.

Quinnipiac University Students to be Among First in Nation Able to Rent Textbooks

Wed, 21 Jul 2010 14:27:20 -0500

Quinnipiac University students this fall can expect significant savings on textbooks and course materials, thanks to some new cost-cutting strategies launched by the Quinnipiac University Bookstore. Quinnipiac students will be among the first in the country to have the option of renting their textbooks in a program that began on July 19. The initiative, Rent-A-Text, will further the university’s expanding sustainability efforts by recycling books, while saving students 50 percent or more off the price of new materials.

Extending the Campus Walls to Costa Rica

Wed, 21 Jul 2010 14:26:20 -0500

Dr. Warren Haffar; assistant professor, associate dean of Internationalization and diirector of International Peace and Conflict Resolution at Arcadia University; developed a program to extend his classroom walls to Costa Rica.

E-Learning Program at Belmont Breathes New Life into CPR Education

Wed, 21 Jul 2010 14:25:44 -0500

Belmont University is among the first organizations in middle Tennessee to offer the web-based HeartCode BLS, a self-directed, comprehensive program from the American Heart Association that improves the quality and efficiency of CPR training.

Drury's Edward Jones Center Helps Companies Hire Quality Interns

Wed, 21 Jul 2010 14:24:22 -0500

Unpaid interns at for-profit companies are rare nowadays due to the Department of Labor's Fair Labor Standards Act that requires that most private companies pay their interns. A new grant program through Drury University's Edward Jones Center for Entrepreneurship and Innovation (EJC) is helping for-profit and not-for-profit companies change their internship models to comply with the law and attract quality talent.

Hampton University’s Osher Lifelong Learning Institute Receives $1 Million Endowment

Wed, 21 Jul 2010 14:23:45 -0500

Hampton University has been awarded a $1 million endowment from the Bernard Osher Foundation in support of the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at HU (OLLI at HU), which offers continuing educational opportunities to mature adults. OLLI at HU offers educational and cultural learning opportunities for Hampton Roads citizens, ages 50 and older.

Samford’s Engelhard Grant To Foster Student Health and Civic Engagement

Wed, 21 Jul 2010 14:23:12 -0500

Samford University has received a Bringing Theory to Practice grant from the Charles Engelhard Foundation of New York City to take part in a national project to foster student health and civic development through engaged learning.

University of Redlands Forum Stresses Solutions and Hope in Public Education

Wed, 21 Jul 2010 14:22:32 -0500

Academic success is possible for all children and should be the goal of public education. That was the message of hope, supported by in-the-trenches research and in-the-classroom solutions to the issues confronting educators and students in today’s challenging educational environment.

Drake Professor Leads Division of American Choral Directors Association

Wed, 21 Jul 2010 14:21:58 -0500

Aimee Beckmann-Collier, professor of conducting and director of choral studies at Drake University, recently began her two-year term as president of the North Central Division of the American Choral Directors Association.

Elon Professor Selected for National Council for Black Studies & Ford Foundation Workshop

Wed, 21 Jul 2010 14:21:21 -0500

Prudence Layne, an assistant professor of English and coordinator of African/African-American Studies at Elon University, was one of 10 national directors of Black Studies programs selected to participate in a Summer Administrative Workshop sponsored by the National Council for Black Studies and the Ford Foundation

Hamline Professor Publishes Book on Climbing, Altitude

Wed, 21 Jul 2010 14:20:34 -0500

Hamline University biology professor and mountaineer Mike Farris talks about scaling (and surviving) Mount Everest and his passion for climbing in his recent book, The Altitude Experience.

APA Honors Samford Pharmacy Professor

Wed, 21 Jul 2010 14:19:11 -0500

Samford University pharmacy professor Dr. Michael Hogue received two top honors--the Faculty of the Year Award and President’s Award--given by the Alabama Pharmacy Association (APA).

Wagner Professor Publishes New Book on Gov. Hugh Carey

Wed, 21 Jul 2010 14:18:19 -0500

A new book co-authored by Wagner College Professor Seymour Lachman and former journalist Robert Polner was published by Excelsior Editions, an imprint of SUNY Press. The book, entitled “The Man Who Saved New York: Hugh Carey and the Great Fiscal Crisis of 1975,” covers the life and political career of former New York Governor Hugh Carey. Carey, who served for 14 years as U.S. congressman from Brooklyn (1961-1974), was governor of New York from 1975 through 1982.

Drake University’s Student-Produced Magazine Recognized for Excellence

Wed, 21 Jul 2010 14:17:35 -0500

Think, a newsmagazine produced by Drake University journalism students, was awarded highest honors by the Association for Education of Journalism and Mass Communication this week.

Documentary By Ithaca College Alums To Make Broadcast Debut On PBS

Wed, 21 Jul 2010 14:16:46 -0500

The award-winning PBS documentary series "POV" aired the broadcast debut of "Good Fortune”" on Tuesday, July 13. The film by Ithaca College graduates Landon Van Soest ’04 and Jeremy Levine ’06 examines how international efforts to alleviate poverty in Africa may undermine the very communities they aim to benefit.

Scranton Student Wins First Place at PICPA Writing Competition

Wed, 21 Jul 2010 14:16:13 -0500

Molly Klusek, who received her master’s degree in business administration from The University of Scranton in 2010 through the Kania School of Management’s five-year BS/MBA program, won first place in the Pennsylvania Institute of Certified Public Accountant’s (PICPA) 2010 Student Writing Competition.

Valparaiso University Students Help Chilean Children Through YMCA Program

Wed, 21 Jul 2010 14:15:40 -0500

Six Valparaiso University students are working at the YMCA in Valparaiso, Chile, this summer, helping children in the city through the organization's local community and social outreach programs.

Valparaiso Student Named One of Nation's Best in Engineering

Wed, 21 Jul 2010 14:14:57 -0500

Jackie Kondratko, a 2010 graduate of Valparaiso University, has received the prestigious Tau Beta Pi Laureate award, the highest honor for engineering students in the United States.

Valparaiso Students Bring New Life to Downtown Valpo

Wed, 21 Jul 2010 14:14:31 -0500

From the food at the farmers market to the art scene on Lincolnway, a group of Valparaiso University students are working hard to make downtown Valparaiso more dynamic for city residents, and an even better place to visit.

Six New American Colleges and Universities Named 'Colleges of Distinction'

Wed, 7 Jul 2010 10:51:44 -0500

Belmont University, Ithaca College, Quinnipiac University, Samford University, University of Evansville, and Westminster College have all been selected for the Colleges of Distinction, a Web site and college guide profiling more than 240 of America’s best bets in higher education. Based on the opinions of guidance counselors, educators and admissions professionals, Colleges of Distinction honors colleges that excel in four areas of undergraduate education: student engagement in the educational process, great teaching, vibrant learning communities and successful outcomes.

President Thomas A. Kazee's First Day at the University of Evansville

Wed, 7 Jul 2010 10:50:03 -0500

Click here to watch a short, comical film chronicling President Kazee's first day on the University of Evansville Campus.

Westminster Researches E-portfolios as Assessment Tool

Wed, 7 Jul 2010 10:49:26 -0500

Take a quick quiz: Which is the best way to evaluate student learning: a.) a multiple choice test, b.) an essay, c.) a group project, or d.) a student-developed electronic portfolio? Many educators are working to answer just this question.

The University of Scranton To Study Health Care Management Education Globally

Wed, 7 Jul 2010 10:48:51 -0500

The Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Management Education (CAHME) selected The University of Scranton to lead its International Healthcare Management Education Initiative to study how and where health care management education is being taught globally.

The University of Scranton is Major Force in Regional Economy

Wed, 7 Jul 2010 10:48:16 -0500

In the process of providing a nationally recognized education to more than 5,500 undergraduate and graduate students, The University of Scranton has a substantial positive impact on the region and its economy through voluntary contributions, employment, fees, taxes and a range of contributed services, according to a report issued by the school.

Sage Launches Discovery Degree - Your Bachelor's in Three

Wed, 7 Jul 2010 10:47:39 -0500

Russell Sage College welcomes its first cohort of students this fall into the new Discovery Degree program, a unique accelerated and interdisciplinary honors degree format featuring summer sessions spent exploring the Hudson River Valley, testing a career firsthand, or travelling. Nearly every major offered at Russell Sage - from American Studies to Theatre - can be taken in the Discovery Degree format, if a student meets the honors academic requirements.

Quinnipiac University Hosting Connecticut's Film Industry Training Program

Wed, 7 Jul 2010 10:47:07 -0500

More than 100 people from across the state have converged at Quinnipiac University for a four-week intensive training program to learn the latest film and production standards and techniques.

Hampton University Launches New Online Degrees, Virtual Campus

Wed, 7 Jul 2010 10:46:25 -0500

Hampton University has launched its web-based, virtual campus HamptonU Online, offering an ever-expanding range of degree programs entirely online. HamptonU Online offers students located anywhere in the world the freedom to study online anytime to earn certificate, undergraduate and graduate degrees from HU.

Drury’s Summer Scholars Program Begins Third Year with its Largest Class

Wed, 7 Jul 2010 10:40:52 -0500

The third straight year of Drury University’s Summer Scholars program for African-American teenagers began this week, with more than 50 Springfield high school and middle school students will get to experience college life. The students will attend classes in language arts, photography, science and theatre; listen to guest speakers; and attend local cultural events.

Valparaiso Professor Awarded $167,000 Grant to Study Plant Genetics

Wed, 7 Jul 2010 10:40:21 -0500

A Valparaiso University plant biologist has won a $167,000 grant from the National Science Foundation to investigate the genetic origins of plant species with undergraduate students, a project that could yield substantial benefits for the agricultural industry. Dr. Rob Swanson, assistant professor of biology, says the grant will fund a series of genetic studies he began at Valpo two years ago on Arabidopsis, a flowering weed commonly known as thalecress or mouse ear cress and found throughout most of the continental United States.

University of Redlands Professor Publishes Book, Embarks on Tour

Wed, 7 Jul 2010 10:39:44 -0500

Dr. Tyler Nordgren, an astronomer and associate professor of physics at the University of Redlands, has just embarked on a summer tour to talk about the night skies and his new book, "Stars Above, Earth Below: A Guide to Astronomy in the National Parks."

Samford University Professor Elected National Omicron Delta Kappa President

Wed, 7 Jul 2010 10:39:10 -0500

Samford University business professor Dr. Betsy Holloway has been elected national president of the 300,000-member Omicron Delta Kappa (ODK) leadership honor society.

North Central Educators Present at Conference on International Studies

Wed, 7 Jul 2010 10:38:30 -0500

The team that heads the Office of International Programs at North Central College recently gave presentations at a conference for international educators. Jack Shindler of Naperville, professor of English and director of international programs, and Kimberly Larsson, assistant to the director of international programs, gave presentations at the Association of International Educators (NAFSA) Conference June 1-4, in Kansas City, Mo. Some 7,000 educators attended worldwide.

Elon University Professor Makes HIV/AIDS Focus of Scholarship

Wed, 7 Jul 2010 10:37:44 -0500

Medical advances have allowed children infected with HIV/AIDS to live longer than ever before, and for families and doctors, that creates new challenges as teenage patients grow older. New research by Elon University associate professor Cynthia Fair outlines steps that families and medical providers should consider to ease what can be a difficult transition from pediatric to adult care.

Literary Organization Names Drake Professor to Leadership Roles

Wed, 7 Jul 2010 10:37:07 -0500

Craig Owens, associate professor of English at Drake University, recently was named vice president and president-elect of the Midwest Modern Language Association (M/MLA), a nonprofit organization of teachers and scholars of literature, film, language and cultural studies.

Butler Psychology Chair Kathryn Morris Receives NSF Grant

Wed, 7 Jul 2010 10:36:27 -0500

Butler University Psychology Department Chair Kathryn Morris has been awarded a $108,000 research grant from the National Science Foundation to study the factors that affect whether people confront prejudice when they witness it.

Valparaiso University Student Works with Global Leaders to Address Sustainability

Wed, 7 Jul 2010 10:35:45 -0500

A Valparaiso University graduate student has returned from the 18th session of the United Nations Commission on Sustainable Development, during which she worked with global leaders to address issues of sustainability faced around the world. Lauren Riga of Merrillville, a student in Valpo's international commerce and policy program, collaborated with officials from several nations during the conference session in New York City at the U.N. headquarters.

Redlands Students Make a Big Splash with Haiti Relief Efforts

Wed, 7 Jul 2010 10:34:34 -0500

The University of Redlands Bulldogs were top dogs in the "700 Miles to Haiti" swim-a-thon, bringing in the most money among NCAA Division III schools participating in the association’s fundraising campaign to help the island nation of Haiti after a devastating earthquake in January.

Quinnipiac MBA Students Travel to Hungary and Meet with Business Leaders

Wed, 7 Jul 2010 10:34:05 -0500

A group of Quinnipiac University MBA students got a privileged glimpse into global commerce when they visited Hungary and met with business leaders helping guide this nation through a turbulent period.

North Central Students Serve Summer Long, Around the World

Wed, 7 Jul 2010 10:33:30 -0500

Each summer, students at North Central College head to places around the world to serve alongside nonprofit organizations and people in disadvantaged communities.

Elon Senior Honored for Undergraduate Physics Research

Wed, 7 Jul 2010 10:32:56 -0500

Elon University senior Daniel Glass has been honored by the National Society of Physics Students with the 2010 Outstanding Student for Undergraduate Research Award for the "superior caliber” of his work on the engineering of nanomaterials for future use in pharmaceutical companies.

Drake Law Students Play Key Role in Expanding Children's Rights in Iowa

Wed, 7 Jul 2010 10:31:21 -0500

Two bills expanding children's rights in Iowa take effect today, thanks largely to the efforts of Drake University law students involved in the Law School's Legislative Practice Center and Middleton Center for Children's Rights.

HU Awarded $5.3 Million from the Department of Education

Mon, 28 Jun 2010 10:06:34 -0500

The U.S. Department of Education has awarded Hampton University $5.3 million. The grants, awarded under the Historically Black Colleges and Universities Program and the Historically Black Graduate Institutions Program, will be used to support and enhance HU's academic programs and research facilities.

Butler Captures James J. McCafferty Trophy

Mon, 28 Jun 2010 10:05:54 -0500

Butler University, fueled by three conference titles and two regular season championships, claimed the 2010 James J. McCafferty Trophy as the Horizon League’s all-sports champion for a record-tying seventh time and first since 2006-2007.

Drake, Iowa Students Rank Second in the Nation in Volunteerism

Mon, 28 Jun 2010 10:05:16 -0500

With students in its fraternities and sororities logging more than 6,000 hours of hands-on community service this year, Drake University recently helped Iowa become second in the nation in volunteerism.

Summer Business Institute Debuts at Elon

Mon, 28 Jun 2010 10:04:41 -0500

Elon University hosted its inaugural Summer Business Institute this month for non-business majors seeking additional skills needed in today’s economy to run any organization, whether a business, nonprofit or government agency.

University of Redlands Deals out "Smart Advice"

Mon, 28 Jun 2010 10:03:32 -0500

The University of Redlands has recently started a "Smart Advice" zone to give tips and advice on ways to fund and obtain a degree. Delving into a variety of topics, from the types of financial aid and loans available - and how to apply - to helping first-year students decide on a major, the University is offering a catalog of tips and resources to help those heading to college.

Valparaiso University's Graduate School Launches Flight Program

Mon, 28 Jun 2010 10:02:54 -0500

Valparaiso University's Graduate School is launching a new program this fall to prepare students for Federal Aviation Administration flight certification.

Gary Daynes Appointed Interim Dean for Westminster College's Bill and Vieve Gore School of Business

Mon, 28 Jun 2010 10:02:06 -0500

Westminster College has announced the appointment of Gary Daynes, PhD, as interim dean of the college’s Bill and Vieve Gore School of Business.

Drake University Professor Co-authors Children's Book on Diversity

Mon, 28 Jun 2010 10:01:14 -0500

Carol Spaulding-Kruse, associate professor of English at Drake University, and Kay Fenton Smith, a Des Moines-based children's author, have assembled a collection of stories told by nine immigrant children who have settled in Iowa.

Butler University Religion Professor McGrath Receives NEH Grant

Mon, 28 Jun 2010 10:00:35 -0500

Butler University Associate Professor of Religion James McGrath has been awarded a $130,000 National Endowment for the Humanities grant for a project to translate the Mandaean Book of John from Mandaic into English.

Butler Professors Publish Advice for Reading Teachers

Mon, 28 Jun 2010 09:59:55 -0500

Publishing company Scholastic Inc. has invited Butler University Professor of Education Deborah Corpus and Lebanon Community Schools teacher Ann Giddings to write a reading teacher’s advice column for its Instructor magazine.

Quinnipiac Professor Appointed President of American Academy of Physician Assistants

Mon, 28 Jun 2010 09:58:57 -0500

Cynthia Lord, director of the physician assistant program at Quinnipiac University, has been appointed president of the American Academy of Physician Assistants.

Redlands Professor Helps to Examine Human and Animal Lives

Mon, 28 Jun 2010 09:58:19 -0500

University of Redlands Philosophy Professor Kathie Jenni, who directs the University’s new interdisciplinary Human-Animal Studies minor, has coauthored a chapter published in a new book, “Teaching the Animal: Human-Animal Studies Across the Disciplines."

Samford University Professor Studies in Prestigious Princeton Program

Mon, 28 Jun 2010 09:56:37 -0500

Samford University history professor Jason Wallace was selected to participate in a prestigious summer program on America and the World at Princeton University’s Lehrman American Studies Center. The program, which runs June 14-26, is cosponsored by the James Madison Program in American Ideals and Institutions at Princeton.

Arcadia Professor Chairs Conference on Computability

Mon, 28 Jun 2010 09:55:30 -0500

Dr. Xizhong Zheng, assistant professor of Computer Science and Mathematics at Arcadia University, co-chaired the Seventh International Conference of Computability and Complexity in Analysis held June 21-25 in Zhenjiang, China, bringing together theoretical computer scientists from around the world.

Belmont University Media Studies Students Win International Video Award

Mon, 28 Jun 2010 09:54:50 -0500

A team of Belmont University students won a 2010 International Telly award in the student category for their video documentary, From Dream to Reality: The Nashville Zoo.

Drake University Graduate Student Receives National Teaching Award

Mon, 28 Jun 2010 09:50:59 -0500

President Barack Obama recently announced that Jessica Gogerty, a graduate student in Drake University's School of Education and a science teacher at Des Moines North High School, is one of 103 teachers nationwide selected as recipients of the Presidential Award for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching.

Ten years of "Building Community through the Arts" at Drury University

Mon, 28 Jun 2010 09:49:51 -0500

For the tenth straight year, Drury University graduate students are partnering with The Kitchen, Inc. to create and inspire art with residents of the Missouri Hotel. The artwork produced by Missouri Hotel residents, a shelter for homeless single females, families or couples, will be shown on Friday, June 18 at the Missouri Hotel from 1-3 p.m.

Incoming Valparaiso Law Students Receive Supreme Court Fellowships

Mon, 28 Jun 2010 09:49:24 -0500

Six incoming Valparaiso University law students have been selected for prestigious legal education fellowships sponsored by the Indiana Supreme Court to promote diversity within the legal profession.

Moving Forward, Together - Summer Institute Highlights Strength of Consortium

Fri, 25 Jun 2010 08:57:37 -0500

The Summer Institute has always afforded NAC&U members with the opportunity to share best practices with like-minded institutions, and this year’s conference was no different in that respect. But in many ways, the 2010 Summer Institute, whose theme was "Sustaining Community, Renewal, and Meaning in our Work," prompted the 145 attendees to examine what lies ahead for higher education and determine how to best use the tools and opportunities available - whether the consortium’s collective strength, social media, or data on student trends - to remain viable while staying true to what they do best.

Dehne Addresses NAC&U at Wagner

Fri, 25 Jun 2010 08:56:54 -0500

Noted higher education consultant George Dehne spoke to the New American Colleges & Universities Summer Institute at Wagner College on Friday, June 18, 2010, about the challenges facing higher ed in the coming decade.

The Chronicle of Higher Education Coverage of the NAC&U Executive Summit

Fri, 25 Jun 2010 08:56:20 -0500

Alexandra Tilsley, CHE reporter, interviewed 8 NAC&U members during Summer Institute on their discussions to leverage consortium partnerships.

Summer Institute Schedule At-A-Glance

Fri, 11 Jun 2010 15:02:41 -0500

View the new Summer Institute brochure for essential information on this exciting, upcoming event.

Eleven New American Colleges and Universities Sending Students Overseas on Fulbright Grants

Thu, 10 Jun 2010 13:18:22 -0500

Nineteen students from members of the New American Colleges and Universities, an organization known for its strong emphasis on global studies, will travel to 13 different countries as part of the prestigious Fulbright Program which emphasizes academic and professional excellence. Students from the following New American Colleges and Universities have been awarded Fulbright grants: Drake University, Drury University, Elon University, Hamline University, Ithaca College, North Central College, Pacific Lutheran University, The University of Scranton, University of Evansville, University of Redlands, and Valparaiso University.

Faculty From New American Colleges and Universities Receive Prestigious Fulbright Awards

Thu, 10 Jun 2010 13:17:45 -0500

Faculty from the six following New American Colleges and Universities received Fulbright Awards: Pacific Lutheran University, University of Evansville, Drake University, Samford University, Quinnipiac University, and Elon University.

Butler University Creates New Communication College

Thu, 10 Jun 2010 13:15:26 -0500

Butler University recently announced the creation of its sixth college — College of Communication (CCOM), which includes programs currently run by the Department of Media Arts, the Department of Communication Studies and the Eugene S. Pulliam School of Journalism.

Evansville Web Site Goes Mobile

Thu, 10 Jun 2010 13:15:25 -0500

Want to learn more about the University of Evansville? There's an app for that! The University of Evansville recently launched its first mobile Web site, accessible from devices ranging from all mobile telephones to Apple’s new iPad.

Butler Approves Dance MFA, Appoints Interim Dean

Thu, 10 Jun 2010 13:14:18 -0500

Butler University's Board of Trustees has approved a new master of fine arts in dance degree, which will feature a concentration in ballet choreography, with a secondary study in pedagogy. The first students will begin classes in the Fall of 2011. The new degree coincides with the recent appointment of Dance department chair Michelle Jarvis, to interim dean of the Jordan College of Fine Arts for the 2010-2011 school year.

Samford Receives Grant for "New Careers" Nursing Scholarships

Thu, 10 Jun 2010 13:13:37 -0500

Samford University’s Ida V. Moffett School of Nursing is one of 63 schools nationally that will receive funding to award eight scholarships from the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation (RWJF) and the American Association of Colleges of Nursing (AACN) through the RWJF New Careers in Nursing Scholarship Program (NCIN).

Belmont Journalism Class Partners with Rose Park Middle to Produce Community Newsletter

Thu, 10 Jun 2010 13:12:57 -0500

During the spring semester, a Belmont University feature writing class worked with 14 hand-selected 7th and 8th grade students from Rose Park Magnet Middle School to produce a newsletter for the nearby Edgehill community.

Drury Announces a New Master of Arts in Teaching

Thu, 10 Jun 2010 13:12:18 -0500

Starting in the fall of 2010, Drury University’s School of Education and Child Development will provide a pathway into teaching for professionals who don’t have an undergraduate degree in education by offering a Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT).

Drake Professor Wins Pharmacy Excellence Award

Thu, 10 Jun 2010 13:10:48 -0500

Charles Phillips, associate professor of pharmacy administration and assistant dean of assessment at Drake University, was recognized with an Award for Excellence in Assessment from the American Association of Colleges of Pharmacy (AACP).

Elon Professor Receives NEH Grant for New Course

Thu, 10 Jun 2010 13:10:10 -0500

The National Endowment for the Humanities has awarded Elon University associate professor Shawn Tucker an Enduring Questions Grant to fund the development of a new interdisciplinary course, "Pride, Humility, and the Good Life," that will help students define their own concepts of pride and humility through research and analysis.

Elon Professor Launches "Idea Summit" for Journalism Innovations in Minority Communities

Thu, 10 Jun 2010 13:08:43 -0500

An effort conceived by Elon University associate professor Michelle Ferrier to reinvent journalism’s role in the nation’s underserved communities, by seeding entrepreneurial media and technology ventures, will bring together this week several dozen leading media entrepreneurs and observers to an "idea summit" at Wayne State University in Detroit.

Drake Seniors Place Third in Advertising Competition

Thu, 10 Jun 2010 13:08:08 -0500

A group of Drake University advertising students recently earned third place ahead of universities from Iowa, Nebraska, Missouri and Kansas at this year's American Advertising Federation's National Student Advertising Competition in St. Louis.

Wagner Student Teachers Study Curriculum, Culture at Native American Reservation in Montana

Thu, 10 Jun 2010 13:07:31 -0500

Senior undergraduates in the Wagner College Education Department traveled to Montana this spring (2010) to spend a full week on the Center Pole Crow Reservation studying the curriculum at Native American schools.

Hamline Junior Selected to Attend Prestigious Leadership Summit

Thu, 10 Jun 2010 13:06:58 -0500

Jozie Nummi, a Hamline University junior, was one of only fifty students from around the world selected to attend the prestigious Hesselbein Student Leadership Summit at the University of Pittsburgh this summer.

Wagner Nursing Grad Wins Top Professional Award

Thu, 10 Jun 2010 13:06:28 -0500

Wagner College graduate Josephine Guglielmino Marcantonio, MSN’09, was recognized at the annual Nursing Spectrum Nursing Excellence Awards program on Wednesday, June 2 with the award for mentoring.

NCC Political Science Major Receives Award at State Conference

Thu, 10 Jun 2010 13:05:56 -0500

Joshua Bailey, a junior at North Central College, received an award for an academic paper he presented at the 18th Annual Conference for Students of Political Science, hosted by the Illinois State University (ISU) Department of Politics and Government on April 28.

Valpo Graduate to Help Address World Energy Challenges

Thu, 10 Jun 2010 13:05:28 -0500

Lindsey Gilman, a 2010 graduate of Valparaiso University, has received a prestigious fellowship to continue her study of nuclear energy as a graduate student at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology as part of an effort to address global energy challenges.

University of Scranton Confers Record Number Degrees at Two Ceremonies

Thu, 3 Jun 2010 15:04:06 -0500

The University of Scranton conferred approximately 1,620 degrees at two commencement ceremonies Memorial Day weekend representing the largest graduating class in the 122-year history of the Jesuit university.

Drury Architecture Students Use Skills to Assist Couple

Thu, 3 Jun 2010 15:04:01 -0500

Prior to this weekend, Faye and Joe Criswell faced the challenge of exiting their Springfield home without handicap assistance. Both front and back doors stood three feet above ground level making access to and from their home with a motorized wheelchair nearly impossible. Drury University architecture students teamed up with community members to hammer out a workable solution as a part of their involvement with the American Institute of Architecture Student’s (AIAS) program, "Freedom by Design," a nationwide project designed to help talented architecture students effectively serve the needs of their communities.

North Central Cardinals Complete Historic Sweep of National Titles

Thu, 3 Jun 2010 15:02:57 -0500

The North Central College men's track and field team plucked the final jewel of a rare triple crown Saturday at Baldwin-Wallace College, as the Cardinals protected a huge early lead and claimed the program's 20th national title at the 2010 NCAA Division III Outdoor National Championships.

Hampton Receives Grant to Support First-Generation Students

Thu, 3 Jun 2010 15:01:46 -0500

Hampton University has been selected by the Institute for Higher Education Policy (IHEP) to receive a $100,000 Wal-Mart Minority Student Success Award.

Belmont Joins Forces with WSMV-TV To Present Statewide Gubernatorial Debates

Thu, 3 Jun 2010 15:00:37 -0500

Belmont University’s Curb Event Center, location of the 2008 Town Hall Presidential Debate, will again be the site of a significant political event for the state of Tennessee.

Tony-winning Actress Joins Wagner Theater Faculty

Thu, 3 Jun 2010 14:59:51 -0500

The Wagner College Theater Department proudly announces that Tony Award-winning actress Michele Pawk will join its faculty this fall.

Sage Researchers Find Bacterium Enhances Learning, Present Research at National Conference

Thu, 3 Jun 2010 14:59:20 -0500

Turning off the TV and computer and spending some time outdoors may not only be good for your health, it may also make you smarter, according to research presented at the 110th General Meeting of the American Society for Microbiology in San Diego by associate professor of biology at The Sage Colleges, Dorothy Matthews.

Ithaca College Physics Professor Helped Produce First Images From NASA's Newly Developed Airborne Telescope

Thu, 3 Jun 2010 14:58:40 -0500

On Wednesday, May 26, a telescope mounted in the fuselage of a modified 747 jumbo jet captured the first infrared images for NASA’s newest and largest airborne astronomical observatory. Designed to operate for the next 20 years, the project is called SOFIA (Stratospheric Observatory for Infrared Astronomy). Luke Keller, an associate professor of physics at Ithaca College, is a co-investigator on the Cornell University-based team of scientists and engineers who designed and built FORCAST, the infrared camera system that produced SOFIA’s first images, and was a key contributor in designing the optics for FORCAST as well as leading the team that analyzed the data it produced.

Elon Professor Publishes Book on India and the World Bank

Thu, 3 Jun 2010 14:55:44 -0500

India is the largest borrower from the World Bank, which has often helped the nation’s economy in recent years. Its assistance, however, may be about to change dramatically. India and the World Bank: The Politics of Aid and Influence, a new Anthem Press book by Elon University professor Jason Kirk, explores that partnership and suggests ways for the bank to adapt to new economic realities in the 21st century.

Elon Professor Releases Critically Acclaimed Debut Novel

Thu, 3 Jun 2010 14:54:56 -0500

When Jack Lang, the owner of a North Carolina mulch company, impulsively buys the house across the street from where he lives, it’s the final straw for his wife, Beth, who flees into the arms of Jack’s best friend. What happens next is the plot to "This is Just Exactly Like You," Elon University associate professor Drew Perry’s debut novel and a work of fiction garnering rave reviews from national book critics.

Drake's Dean of Students Honored for Contributions to Higher Education

Thu, 3 Jun 2010 14:54:22 -0500

Drake University's Dean of Students Sentwali Bakari recently was awarded the Multicultural Alumni Award from his alma mater, the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse.

Butler's COPHS Poster Honored at Annual Pharmacoeconomics and Outcomes Research Meeting

Thu, 3 Jun 2010 14:53:29 -0500

A poster authored by Butler University's College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences (COPHS) faculty members Julie Koehler, John Mulvaney, Iftekhar Kalsekar (former), and 2010 graduates Ryan Chavis and Lindy Stitz, was a finalist for Best Poster at the International Society for Pharmacoeconomics and Outcomes Research (ISPOR) 15th Annual International Meeting.

Samford Religion Majors Chosen for FTE Fellowships

Thu, 3 Jun 2010 14:52:52 -0500

Recent Samford University graduate Jeremiah I. Chester and religion majors Megan Lacy and Andrew Toney have been awarded highly competitive fellowships from the Fund for Theological Education (FTE).

Transfer Students Find Success, Place to Belong at Hamline

Thu, 3 Jun 2010 14:49:18 -0500

Transferring to a new university may seem like a daunting prospect, but Hamline University students who have gone through the process say they have found all the support and resources they needed along the way.

Drake Aspiring Vocalist Takes Lead Role in Summer Production of "La Traviata" in Italy

Thu, 3 Jun 2010 14:47:39 -0500

Drake University's Leah McIntire, accomplished vocalist and cellist, will star as the youngest soprano to sing a lead role in a production in Italy by the renowned vocal training program La Musica Lirica.

Butler Student Receives Pharmacy Award

Thu, 3 Jun 2010 14:47:04 -0500

Butler University's Betsy Ummel ’10 has received an Excellence in Public Health Pharmacy Practice Award from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services’ Pharmacist Professional Advisory Committee.

Elon Creates Nation’s First Undergraduate Communications Research Journal

Wed, 26 May 2010 08:59:00 -0500

The School of Communications has published the inaugural issue of the Elon Journal of Undergraduate Research in Communications, the first journal of its kind in the nation. The online journal is available here. The Council on Undergraduate Research catalogs 57 student research journals in the nation, and the Elon journal is the first that specifically publishes undergraduate research in journalism, media and communications.

Belmont Nursing Graduates Achieve Perfect Pass Rate on National Exam

Wed, 26 May 2010 08:58:23 -0500

For the sixth consecutive year, Belmont University graduates from the master’s program for Family Nurse Practitioners (FNP) achieved a 100 percent first time pass rate on the advanced practice nursing examination for family nurse practitioners, administered by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC).

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Wed, 26 May 2010 08:57:19 -0500

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Drury University Recognized at Annual NAACP Freedom Fund Ball

Wed, 26 May 2010 08:56:13 -0500

The Springfield chapter of the NAACP presented Drury University with the Educational Partnership Award at their annual Freedom Fund Ball this past Saturday, May 16.

Drury’s Social Media Certification Course Offers a Webinar Option

Wed, 26 May 2010 08:55:37 -0500

Drury University has added an online class to its Social Media Certificate program for graduate credit. Deltina Hay, author of "A Survival Guide to Social Media and Web 2.0 Optimization," will facilitate the webinar program, teaching students how to use social media and Web 2.0 technologies.

Arcadia Graduates Largest Class, More than 1,000 Earn Degrees

Wed, 26 May 2010 08:54:22 -0500

Arcadia University graduated its largest class ever last week, with a total of 515 students earning bachelor’s degrees and 521 earning master’s and doctoral degrees.

Butler's Erin Albert Guides Indy’s Young Professionals with Updated Edition of Book

Wed, 26 May 2010 08:53:43 -0500

Erin Albert, assistant professor of pharmacy at Butler University, has updated and expanded her book, Indianapolis: A Young Professional’s Guide, in a second edition published by AuthorHouse. Like the 2008 first edition, the new Guide catalogs businesses and organizations that can connect readers with city services and people.

Drake's Renae Chesnut to become President of Iowa Pharmacy Association

Wed, 26 May 2010 08:53:15 -0500

Renae Chesnut, associate professor of pharmacy practice and associate dean for student affairs in Drake University's College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences, will be inducted as the 131st president of the Iowa Pharmacy Association (IPA) next month.

Sage's Professor Leibo Addresses NYS Senate's Climate Roundtable

Wed, 26 May 2010 08:52:03 -0500

Steven A. Leibo, Ph.D., professor of International History and Politics at The Sage Colleges and District Manager of Upstate New York and Vermont The Climate Project was recently invited to speak at the NYS Senate's roundtable discussion at the New York State Capitol in Albany.

Butler Professor Receives Award to Study the Nervous System

Wed, 26 May 2010 08:51:26 -0500

Assistant Professor of Biology Jennifer Kowalski has received a $35,000 award from the Research Corporation for Scientific Advancement to support her research related to the nervous system.

Redlands MBA Student Wins Top Honors

Wed, 26 May 2010 08:50:43 -0500

A student from the University of Redlands’ School of Business has snagged top honors in a highly competitive international business simulation competition. Richard “Rick” Powell, a student in the university’s MBA program, won the Spring 2010 Capstone competition operated by the company Management Solutions, earning the highest score in the elite competition’s 17-year history.

Hampton Midshipman Selected as Female Officer on Navy Sub

Wed, 26 May 2010 08:50:06 -0500

Lisa Brodsky, a recent Hampton University graduate and Naval Reserve Officers Training Corps (NROTC) midshipman, has been selected as one of only 19 female officers in the nation to be selected as the first females to serve aboard a U.S. Navy submarine.

Scranton Wins Best Faculty-Student Research Award

Wed, 26 May 2010 08:48:51 -0500

University of Scranton student Benjamin Redan and James Loven, laboratory equipment manager, recently received the Best Faculty-Student Research Award at the third annual Northeastern Pennsylvania Faculty Symposium of the Institute for Public Policy and Economic Development.

Valpo Graduate Student Awarded Department of Justice Fellowship

Wed, 26 May 2010 08:48:20 -0500

Chesterton native Richard Amburgey, a Valparaiso University graduate student in liberal studies, has been selected to participate in the prestigious Presidential Management Fellowship program this summer.

Student Lilly Fellows to Join Valpo Faculty for 2010-2012

Wed, 26 May 2010 08:47:39 -0500

Three teacher-scholars have been named Lilly Fellows in Humanities and the Arts and will begin two-year terms on the Valparaiso University faculty this fall. Joe Creech, director of the Lilly Fellows Program, announced that Piotr Malysz in theology, Jennifer Lynn Miller in English and Mina Suk in political science were selected for the program designed to help prepare teachers for church-related institutions of higher education.

Elon Lumen Scholar Studies HIV and Maternal Care in South Africa

Wed, 26 May 2010 08:46:54 -0500

In South Africa, where a third of women of childbearing age live with HIV/AIDS, midwives and nurses are the vanguard of care for infected mothers. Elon University senior Lauren Taylor examined the views of these medical providers, and she plans to share her findings at the 2010 International AIDS Conference.

Valpo Storm Team Chasing Tornadoes in Plains States

Wed, 26 May 2010 08:44:41 -0500

Valparaiso University's Storm Intercept Team is currently in the midst of a 10-day trip following severe weather across the nation's heartland from Oklahoma and Texas to South Dakota in search of tornadoes and other severe weather phenomena. Nineteen students departed on the trip in mid-May along with Dr. Bart Wolf, associate professor of geography and meteorology and meteorologist Adam Stepanek.

Elon Interactive Media Students Showcase their Skills at Exhibition

Wed, 26 May 2010 08:21:14 -0500

The first graduates of Elon University's Interactive Media master's program showed off the work they've done this semester in their capstone courses at the Interactive Media Exhibition.

Scranton Students Explore Plato Through Performance

Wed, 26 May 2010 08:20:39 -0500

Reciting Plato is hard enough. Try doing it dressed in a toga, in public, in the middle of a crowded student center at lunchtime. Oh, and you must not laugh, grimace or otherwise betray any hint of adrenaline-fueled stress, nervousness or embarrassment, even as other young men and women gawk at you while sipping their Starbucks lattes.

Belmont SIFE Team Wins National Championship

Thu, 20 May 2010 10:55:48 -0500

Team will now represent U.S. at SIFE World Cup in October

For the first time ever, the Belmont University Students in Free Enterprise (SIFE) team won the national championship at the SIFE USA National Exposition, which was held last week in Minneapolis. Thursday night’s top place finish places Belmont as the No. 1 team out of nearly 600 teams nationwide and the best of the 169 teams who competed in the National Exposition. Belmont SIFE was selected to go to nationals after a fifth consecutive year winning as regional champions.

The University of Scranton President Interviewed in Chronicle of Higher Education

Thu, 20 May 2010 10:55:07 -0500

Rev. Scott R. Pilarz, S.J., president of The University of Scranton, met with several editors of The Chronicle of Higher Education earlier in the week. An interview Father Pilarz recorded with Jeff Selingo, editor of The Chronicle of Higher Education, is posted on their website. Father Pilarz talks about Scranton’s hiring of new faculty members, Catholic and Jesuit education, Scranton’s use of discernment in decision making and the University’s plans for student recruitment.

Ithaca College Student Newscast Wins National Honor

Thu, 20 May 2010 10:54:09 -0500

The Society of Professional Journalists (SPJ) has named “NewsWatch 16” the national winner for “Best All-Around Television Newscast” from among those aired on college and university television stations. The program is produced by Ithaca College’s student-operated station, ICTV, which is carried locally on Time Warner Cable channel 16 and on the Internet at http://ictv.org/.

Drake Faculty, Staff Collaborate as Emerging University Leaders

Thu, 20 May 2010 10:54:01 -0500

Drake University faculty and staff participants recently completed the University's inaugural Emerging Leaders Collaborative (ELC) program. The first-ever leadership development program of its kind at Drake, the ELC extended over an 18-month period, included classroom sessions as well as small group project work, and examined issues relevant to higher education and Drake.

Drury to Offer a Master of Music Therapy Beginning in the Fall of 2010

Thu, 20 May 2010 10:53:31 -0500

Drury University will begin offering classes leading to the Master of Music Therapy (MMT) degree in the fall of 2010. Drury is one of just three universities in Missouri to offer a Master of Music Therapy.

Butler College of Business Launches MBA Board Fellows Program

Thu, 20 May 2010 10:52:56 -0500

Students in Butler University’s MBA program are getting the opportunity to experience board management up close, thanks to the new Board Fellows program which launched this past spring.

Pacific Lutheran Graduates Lend Insight into their Experience

Thu, 20 May 2010 10:52:23 -0500

As their graduation date nears, several Pacific Lutheran University students were recently asked about their choices to attend the school, their experiences there, and what the next chapter of their lives may look like.

Wagner's Port Richmond Partnership Highlighted in Advance

Thu, 20 May 2010 10:51:51 -0500

For just over a year, students at Wagner College have invested their energies in a common goal: Addressing the needs of Port Richmond as defined by local agencies. Wagner College took on the needs of Port Richmond as a special, five-year project that would engage young hands and minds.

Valpo Introduces New Degree in Arts, Entertainment Administration

Thu, 20 May 2010 10:51:20 -0500

Valparaiso University will draw upon its strong arts and museum programs as well as the rich artistic and entertainment opportunities in Northwest Indiana and Chicago to launch its Master of Arts degree in arts and entertainment administration this fall.

Westminster Introduces New Project-Based MBA Program

Thu, 20 May 2010 10:50:12 -0500

Adding to its menu of graduate business programs, Westminster College has introduced a new Project-based Master of Business Administration program to begin in the fall of 2010.

Evansville Professor Publishes Book, Explores Lives of Women in Ancient Times

Thu, 20 May 2010 10:48:55 -0500

Imagine you'd been born 3,000 years ago. What would your life have been like? For the female half of the population, the answer to this question can be found in "Women's Lives in Biblical Times", a new book written by University of Evansville Associate Professor of of Archaeology and Chair of the Department of Archaeology and Art History Jennie Ebeling.

Elon Junior to Attend Global Model United Nations Conference

Thu, 20 May 2010 10:47:04 -0500

Elon University junior Natalie Lampert will be attending the 2nd Annual Global Model United Nations Conference this August in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, as a representative of both Elon University and the University of Ghana.

Arcadia International Studies Majors Start Non-Profit Benefiting Equatorial Guinea

Thu, 20 May 2010 10:42:44 -0500

It began with simple construction paper flowers. Less than two years later, Simply Equal Education, a non-profit started by Arcadia University students Amanda Malamut ’10 and Caitlin McGee ’10, has blossomed into more than 1,000 pounds of school supplies for children in Equatorial Guinea.

North Central College Students Meet U.S. Supreme Court Justices

Thu, 20 May 2010 10:42:07 -0500

Four North Central College sophomores recently met two U.S. Supreme Court justices as part of their studies in Washington, D.C. The four met justices Ruth Bader Ginsburg and Sonia M. Sotomayor while they were conducting interdisciplinary research about oral arguments presented before the Supreme Court.

Wagner Photo I Students Publish Book

Thu, 20 May 2010 10:41:31 -0500

This spring, a dozen Wagner College students took the Photo One course (AR 114), taught by professors Antonio Reonegro and Demetri Masiakos, shooting black-and-white photographs on film in the studio, around campus, on the grounds of the Snug Harbor Cultural Arts Center, and in the streets of New York City.

Sage Scores Second Place at Skyline Conference

Thu, 20 May 2010 10:40:50 -0500

The Sage Colleges athletic department finished in second place in the annual race for the Skyline Conference Sportsmanship Award.

Four Valpo Athletic Teams Recognized by NCAA for Academics

Thu, 20 May 2010 10:40:14 -0500

Four Valparaiso University athletic teams have received the NCAA Public Recognition Award for their exemplary academic performance. The NCAA announced today, May 12, that the men's teams in baseball and tennis and women's teams in softball and volleyball at Valpo achieved the honor.

Top Samford "Micro-Business" Teams Earn Huge Returns

Thu, 20 May 2010 10:39:18 -0500

Samford University’s Brock School of Business Entrepreneurship Program launched a new initiative this year to fund student "micro-businesses," small ventures that they can run while they are in school.

NAC&U Students Present Research at National Conference

Tue, 11 May 2010 11:08:21 -0500

Students from eleven New American Colleges and Universities institutions were represented at the 2010 National Conference on Undergraduate Research (NCUR), held at the University of Montana this April. Elon University, Hamline University, Hampton University, Ithaca College, North Central College, Pacific Lutheran University, Samford University, The Sage Colleges, University of Evansville, Valparaiso University, and Westminster College all sent selected students to present their research. Established in 1987, the conference is dedicated to promoting undergraduate research, scholarship, and creative activity in fields of study by sponsoring an annual conference for students.

Drury Architecture Students Present Solutions to Help Small Towns Survive

Tue, 11 May 2010 11:08:20 -0500

Students working in Drury University’s Center for Community Studies (CCS) will make their final presentations to the cities they’ve been working with this semester, Montrose and Hermitage, two smaller communities located in southwest Missouri seeking revitalization efforts.

Valpo Freshman Wins Spot in Three-year Service, Leadership Program

Tue, 11 May 2010 11:08:18 -0500

A Valparaiso University freshman will start an intensive, three-year experience next fall, including opportunities to connect with influential non-profit and business leaders, designed to prepare students for a life of leadership and service. Chris Larson of Woodstock, Ill., will join a cohort of 14 freshmen from leading institutions of higher education invited to participate in the prestigious Kemper Scholar Program.

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Tue, 11 May 2010 11:08:17 -0500

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Obama Tells Hampton Grads to be Role Models and Mentors

Tue, 11 May 2010 11:08:15 -0500

Hampton University students often joke that HU President William R. Harvey owns a weather machine. Well if he does, the dial was set on perfect this past Sunday. Sunny skies and mild temperatures welcomed U.S. President Barack Obama as the keynote speaker of the Hampton University 140th Annual Commencement.

Sage Honored in International Higher Education Marketing Communication Competition

Tue, 11 May 2010 11:05:11 -0500

Winners have been announced in the Twenty-Fifth Annual Educational Advertising Awards, sponsored by the Higher Education Marketing Report. This year The Sage Colleges received top honors in the "Television Single Spot" competition. The Educational Advertising Awards is the largest educational advertising awards competition in the country.

Quinnipiac Students to Graduate in Eco-friendly Caps and Gowns Made from Recycled Bottles

Tue, 11 May 2010 11:03:44 -0500

In the University of Quinnipiac's latest effort to go green, students receiving their undergraduate degrees this May will don caps and gowns made of 100 percent post-consumer recycled plastic bottles.

The University of Scranton Announces Plans to Construct Residence Hall and Fitness Center

Tue, 11 May 2010 11:03:01 -0500

On Wednesday, May 5, 2010, The University of Scranton’s Board of Trustees approved the construction of a $33 million, 189,000-square-foot complex in the 900 block of Mulberry Street that will provide fitness space, a dining area and apartment-style units for 400 juniors and seniors.

Gift from the San Manuel Band of Mission Indians to Establish Endowed Chair at Redlands in Native American Studies

Tue, 11 May 2010 11:02:15 -0500

Honoring history and creating a bold future for Native Americans and the San Bernardino region are at the heart of a $3.7 million gift to the University of Redlands that includes funding for an endowed chair in Native American Studies.

Butler Creates Art + Design Major

Tue, 11 May 2010 11:01:00 -0500

Butler University will introduce an Art + Design major in the fall, a first for the University.

Valpo's WVUR Wins Radio School of the Year Award

Tue, 11 May 2010 11:00:27 -0500

Valparaiso University's student-operated radio station, WVUR (95.1 FM), has been named the Radio School of the Year by the Indiana Association of School Broadcasters (IASB). This year's award marks the third time in the last five years that Valpo has been named the Radio School of the Year.

Redlands Researchers Look at Incivility in Classrooms

Tue, 11 May 2010 10:59:57 -0500

University of Redlands researchers studying student incivility have found that new, female professors report more incivility from students than their male and more experienced counterparts.

Butler Professor Andy Levy's 'A Brain Wider Than the Sky' Out in Paperback

Tue, 11 May 2010 10:58:53 -0500

A Brain Wider Than the Sky, the critically acclaimed book about migraine headaches by Butler University Professor of English Andy Levy, has just been released in paperback by Simon & Schuster.

Elon's Catherine Wasson Elected to Board of Directors for Association of Legal Writing Directors

Tue, 11 May 2010 10:58:21 -0500

Elon University Law professor Catherine Wasson was recently elected to the Board of Directors of the Association of Legal Writing Directors (ALWD).

Drury Chemistry Professor Awarded Grant for Biomedical Research

Tue, 11 May 2010 10:57:52 -0500

Drury University Assistant Professor of Chemistry Dr. Albert Korir has received a $35,000 Cottrell College Science Award grant to develop and improve methods of studying complex sugars such as heparin.

Arcadia Professor Wins National Teaching Excellence Award

Tue, 11 May 2010 10:56:23 -0500

Dr. Marianne Miserandino, Associate Professor of Psychology at Arcadia University, is the 2010 winner of the Robert S. Daniel Teaching Excellence Award from the American Psychological Association’s Society for the Teaching of Psychology.

2010 Evansville Grad Earns Major National Mechanical Engineering Award

Tue, 11 May 2010 10:55:09 -0500

A member of the University of Evansville's mechanical engineering class of 2010 is receiving national attention this week, after earning one of the nation's top honors for engineering-related civic service.

Drake Students Win College News Design Awards

Tue, 11 May 2010 10:54:35 -0500

Two Drake University design students and the Times-Delphic were recognized in the Student Society for News Design (SSND) 22nd annual College News Design Contest hosted at the University of Missouri School of Journalism.

Valpo Students Excel in National Business Contest

Tue, 11 May 2010 10:53:55 -0500

Four Valparaiso University students achieved top 10 finishes in Delta Epsilon Chi's annual international business contest, recently held in Louisville, Ky., which tests the ability of undergraduate students to respond to real-life business situations.

Elon Lumen Scholar Raises Awareness of Child Soldiering

Tue, 11 May 2010 10:51:51 -0500

The abduction and abuse of children for the use of child soldiering is an epidemic in parts of Africa, and when Elon University senior Katie Meyer first heard stories of forced conscription as a senior in high school, she took action.

Elon Students Named National Winners in SPJ Mark of Excellence Awards Competition

Tue, 11 May 2010 10:51:14 -0500

Three Elon University students were named national winners in the Society of Professional Journalists Mark of Excellence Awards contest May 5.

Drake Student Receives Award for Mathematical and Scientific Computing Paper

Tue, 11 May 2010 10:50:41 -0500

Ethan Kerzner, a senior mathematics and computer science double major at Drake University, recently won a prize for a paper he wrote.

New American Colleges and Universities First-Year Experiences Recognized by US News & World Report

Tue, 4 May 2010 14:48:37 -0500

Four NAC&U institutions were recognized recently by US News & World Report for providing students some of the best first-year programs and experiences in the nation. Belmont University, Drury University, Elon University, and Wagner College were among 31 schools nationwide who received the distinction.

Promoting Student Success by Reaching Out to Sophomores

Tue, 4 May 2010 14:46:58 -0500

"The ‘gloss’ of the freshman year has worn off - there’s not even any sheen left," wrote one sophomore when Westminster College professors asked for feedback at the beginning of "Making Sophomores Count," a program that helps sophomores navigate their second-year transition while choosing a major. Most students who leave a college do so by the time they are juniors. While much attention is focused on facilitating the freshman year transition, many New American colleges and universities are working to better understand issues facing sophomores.

Greg Woodward Named Interim Provost At Ithaca College

Tue, 4 May 2010 14:46:12 -0500

School of Music dean Greg Woodward has been named interim provost and vice president for academic affairs at Ithaca College, beginning June 1, 2010. Kathleen Rountree, who has served as provost since 2007, announced earlier this month that she would be stepping down from that role to serve as a faculty member in the School of Music.

Sage Honored in International Higher Education Marketing Communication Competition

Tue, 4 May 2010 14:45:42 -0500

An Extraordinary School Year for Butler

Tue, 4 May 2010 14:45:16 -0500

From the men’s basketball team’s phenomenal run in the NCAA tournament to the addition of the Theta chapter of Phi Beta Kappa, 2009-2010 was an extraordinary school year for Butler University, President Bobby Fong said.

Drake Officials Accept Environmental Stewardship Award

Tue, 4 May 2010 14:44:34 -0500

Drake University is among four organizations and three individuals recognized by the Metro Waste Authority for their efforts to improve the environment.

Arcadia Breaks Ground on University Commons

Tue, 4 May 2010 14:43:57 -0500

Recently, hundreds of students at Arcadia University's Spring Fling donned hard hats and received souvenir “bricks,” taking a moment from their activities to celebrate breaking ground on The University Commons, the new building destined to become a hub of student life there.

Valparaiso Literature Class Teaches Philanthropy through Experience

Tue, 4 May 2010 14:43:00 -0500

Eleven students in the Valparaiso University class "Traditions of Giving and Serving in American Life" will witness the fruits of their labors when they award $10,000 in grant money to support the efforts of area social service agencies and philanthropic organizations on Monday, May 3.

Hampton President Awarded PepsiCo's Highest Honor

Tue, 4 May 2010 14:42:32 -0500

Hampton University President Dr. William R. Harvey has been awarded PepsiCo’s Harvey C. Russell Inclusion Award. The award is part of PepsiCo’s prestigious Chairman’s Award, the highest honor the company bestows.

Hamline’s Retired Billboards Carry on With New Life and Purpose

Tue, 4 May 2010 14:41:47 -0500

Hamline University billboards have been carrying a message, now they can carry your keys, wallet, and lunch. Instead of ending up in the landfill, the 100 pound pieces of vinyl are being recycled into handbags and lunch totes by a local small business.

Butler Team Receives SENCER Award

Tue, 4 May 2010 14:41:05 -0500

A team from Butler University has been chosen as the recipients of the 2010 William E. Bennett Award for Extraordinary Contributions to Citizen Science.

Wagner Scholars Win at ECSC

Tue, 4 May 2010 14:40:20 -0500

Two Wagner College students won Best Platform Presentation awards in their disciplines last weekend at the 64th Annual Eastern Colleges Science Conference.

Intensive Caring - PLU Nurses Take Their Skills to Cardiac Patients at Their Homes

Tue, 4 May 2010 14:39:38 -0500

For the last two years, once a week by phone and twice a semester in person, 160 Pacific Lutheran University nurses in training have been checking up on patients in the Pierce and King county area who suffer from congestive heart failure.

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New American Colleges and Universities Institutions Among Top Business Schools

Wed, 28 Apr 2010 15:30:44 -0500

Eleven NAC&U members were recognized among the top 433 business schools in the country in the in the 2011 edition of the U.S. News & World Report guidebook, published April 20, 2010. They include Belmont University, Butler University, Drake University, Elon University, Ithaca College, Pacific Lutheran University, Quinnipiac University, Samford University, the University of Evansville, the University of Scranton, and Valparaiso University.

Five NAC&U Institutions Recognized in 'Guide To 286 Green Colleges'

Wed, 28 Apr 2010 15:30:09 -0500

Drury University, Elon University, Ithaca College, Pacific Lutheran University, and the University of Redlands have all been named some of the country’s most environmentally responsible colleges and universities in a new guidebook produced jointly by Princeton Review and the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC). The "Princeton Review’s Guide to 286 Green Colleges" is a free, comprehensive publication focused solely on institutions of higher education that have demonstrated an above average commitment to sustainability in terms of campus infrastructure, activities and initiatives.

Association of American Colleges and Universities Grant Supports Study of Wagner Plan

Wed, 28 Apr 2010 15:29:06 -0500

Wagner College was named as one of six schools to receive part of a $1 million matching grant from the Association of American Colleges and Universities. The grant, part of AAC&U’s "Bringing Theory to Practice" project, will provide Wagner College with $100,000 over the next two years "to develop transformative educational experiences," according to an AAC&U spokeswoman.

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Wed, 28 Apr 2010 15:29:02 -0500

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Redlands Designated a "Tree Campus" by the Arbor Day Foundation

Wed, 28 Apr 2010 15:28:35 -0500

The University of Redlands, set under a canopy of century-old trees it has committed to protect and maintain, has recently been designated a "Tree Campus" by the Arbor Day Foundation.

Butler Pharmacy and Health Sciences Addition Earns LEED Gold

Wed, 28 Apr 2010 15:28:03 -0500

Butler University's new 40,000-square-foot addition to the College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences (COPHS) building has been awarded Gold-level LEED® (Leadership in Energy & Environment Design) certification from the U.S. Green Building Council.

Hamline Community Offers its own Fuel, Cost, and Time-Efficient Ride

Wed, 28 Apr 2010 15:27:35 -0500

Hamline University community members now have the convenience of their own car on campus, without the worry about parking, maintenance, gas prices, or emissions.

Drake Receives United Way Volunteer Award

Wed, 28 Apr 2010 15:26:58 -0500

Drake University was honored recently with a 2010 United Way LIVE UNITED volunteer award at the Live United awards ceremony.

Valpo Student Literary Magazine Named Best in State

Wed, 28 Apr 2010 15:26:14 -0500

For the first time in its history, Valparaiso University's student literary magazine, The Lighter, has been honored by the Indiana Collegiate Press Association as the state's Best Literary Magazine of the Year.

Hampton Team Selected to Compete in Solar Decathlon 2011

Wed, 28 Apr 2010 15:25:46 -0500

A Hampton University team has been selected to compete in the U.S. Department of Energy's (DOE) Solar Decathlon 2011, which will be held on the National Mall in Fall 2011.

Two Arcadia Students Receive Awards at World Model UN in Taipei

Wed, 28 Apr 2010 15:25:04 -0500

Arcadia University senior Kimberly Martel ’10, a Sociology major with a minor in Communications, and senior Rachel Teter ’10, a International Business major with minors in Economics and Spanish, were two of twelve Arcadia students who participated in Harvard World Model United (WMUN) in Taipei from March 14-18.

North Central Senior Earns Highly Competitive Dunn Fellowship

Wed, 28 Apr 2010 15:24:29 -0500

North Central College senior Laurel White of Bloomington, Ill., has earned a highly competitive Dunn Fellowship for 2010-2011.

Redlands Doctorate Student Named Curriculum and Instruction Administrator of the Year

Wed, 28 Apr 2010 15:23:54 -0500

The Association of California School Administrators has named current University of Redlands doctorate student Maureen Latham as Curriculum and Instruction Administrator of the Year.

Redlands Student Article Chosen by Politics Website

Wed, 28 Apr 2010 15:23:16 -0500

University of Redlands student Kara Van Stralen’s article about the internship process titled "Internships Matter! Here’s How to Get One" was chosen to appear on the website www.PoliticsUnder30.org.

Elon Students Help Local Companies Win Business Ethics Awards

Wed, 28 Apr 2010 15:22:46 -0500

Elon University seniors in Professor Christy Benson’s Business Law and Accounting Ethics got a first-hand look at how companies employ responsible business practices in a class assignment that allowed them to consult local firms competing for the 2010 Piedmont Business Ethics Award (PBEA).

North Central's Forensics Team Places in Top 10 at National Competition

Wed, 28 Apr 2010 15:22:08 -0500

The forensics team at North Central College finished in 8th place in the President's I Team Sweeps at the 2010 National Forensic Association (NFA) national tournament, held April 15-19.

NAC&U Director Participates in LaGrange College Inauguration

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 10:52:18 -0500

On Friday, April 16, 2010, NAC&U Executive Director Lynette Robinson brought greetings from NAICU, CIC, and NAC&U at the inauguration of Dan McAlexander as the 25th President of LaGrange College. Attending the inauguration was a large contingent of former colleagues from Belmont University, including President Robert and Mrs. Judy Fisher, Provost Marcia McDonough and Vice President for Finance and Operations Steve Lasley. President McAlexander was Provost at Belmont for the past eight years and was an active member of The New American Colleges & Universities.

Dr. Thomas A. Kazee Named New University of Evansville President

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 10:51:29 -0500

The University of Evansville has named Dr. Thomas A. Kazee as the institution’s 23rd president. Kazee, who currently serves as the Provost and Executive Vice President of Furman University, was chosen for the position after an exhaustive, nationwide search led by UE Trustees Steve Harkness and Barbara Price.

Elon University - A National Model of Engaged Learning

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 10:50:32 -0500

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Three NAC&U Schools Win Regional SIFE Competitions, Head to Nationals

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 10:49:15 -0500

Student SIFE (Students in Free Enterprise) teams from Belmont, Drake, and Valparaiso Universities have each won their regional competitions en route to the SIFE USA National Exposition to be held May 11-13 in Minneapolis.

Elon Law Class of 2009 Achieves 92 Percent Bar Passage Rate

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 10:48:35 -0500

Following the results of the February 2010 North Carolina Bar Exam, the combined pass rate for all graduates from Elon University School of Law's charter class is 92 percent.

Drury’s Breech School of Business Administration earns AACSB Accreditation

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 10:48:03 -0500

Drury University’s Breech School of Business Administration has achieved initial accreditation of its business degree program by recent action of the Board of Directors of AACSB International - The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business.

Belmont Physical Therapy Graduates Achieve Distinction

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 10:47:28 -0500

Belmont University’s 2009 Physical Therapy class achieved 100 percent pass rate on their first attempt of the National Physical Therapy Examination (NPTE).

Hampton Team Wins Computer Science Competition

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 10:46:49 -0500

The Hampton University MMXI team was named the 2010 ARTSI Olympiad grand champions. The competition was a part of the second annual ARTSI Student Research Conference and the eighth annual Computer Science Olympiad held at Hampton University on March 25-27.

University of Scranton Awarded Grant for Health-Profession Education

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 10:46:04 -0500

The U.S. Department of Education has awarded a $95,000 grant to The University of Scranton to support a health-profession education and training initiative that targets the local community, as well as international partnerships.

Hamline French Professor Prepares Those Aiding Haiti

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 10:44:51 -0500

Hamline University professor Max Adrien is using his background and knowledge to help to equip students, volunteers, and relief workers who plan to travel to Haiti with a bit of the Haitian Creole language and culture; public and students are flocking to the free, adhoc course which is so popular, it will be a for-credit course this summer.

Butler Physician Assistant Professor on AHEC Board

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 10:44:14 -0500

Serving two years on the Area Health Education Center (AHEC) advisory board, Butler University professor Larry Lynn is not only keeping Butler on the forefront of health science education; he is forging beneficial relationships with local health care professionals. Lynn serves on the Metropolitan Indianapolis-Central Indiana (MICI)-AHEC board — one of the seven divisions of AHEC in Indiana.

Butler Professor Bauman Receives Grant to Research Next Book

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 10:43:34 -0500

Butler University Associate Professor of Religion Chad Bauman has received a grant for nearly $80,000 from the University of Southern California’s Center for Religion and Civic Culture (CRCC) and the John Templeton Foundation to support two years of research related to his next book project, tentatively titled Conversion and Hindu-Christian Conflict.

PLU Student Founds "Wheelchairs for Iraqi Kids" Organization

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 10:42:34 -0500

After his tour in Iraq in 2005, Lt. Col. David Brown ('90) and current Pacific Lutheran University MBA student, decided to create Wheelchairs for Iraqi Kids, an organization which donates pediatric wheelchairs to the scores of children who have been left without the use of their legs in that country.

Hamline Alum Walks for Haiti

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 10:41:55 -0500

Hamline University alumnus Jordan Dibb ’09 is on a 1,800 mile trek on foot to raise money for relief in Haiti. He's walking from Minneapolis to Miami, with all proceeds from his fundraising efforts going to a nonprofit.

Arcadia University History Major Studies 10 Countries, Focuses on East Africa

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 10:41:19 -0500

Ten countries and four continents later, Arcadia University History major Andrew Kempe ’10, a resident of Moorestown, N.J., who has a concentration in Middle Eastern and African studies, has the research skills and confidence to work anywhere.

Drury Video Students Win Numerous Awards at Statewide Broadcast Competition

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 10:40:39 -0500

Drury University video students, led by instructor Brian Shipman, won more first place awards than any other college or university in Missouri at the 2010 Missouri Broadcast Educators Association Awards Competition.

Drake Student Receives Prestigious Fellowship after becoming U.S. Citizen

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 10:40:01 -0500

Drake University junior Victor Cedeño is sparing no time before seeking the opportunities that await him as a U.S. citizen, beginning with a highly competitive Public Policy and International Affairs Fellowship.

North Central Student Earns National Science Foundation Fellowship

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 10:39:15 -0500

North Central College student Emily Albright of Naperville has earned a prestigious National Science Foundation (NSF) Graduate Fellowship. The three-year award carries a $30,000 annual stipend and nearly $12,000 in additional funding for educational expenses and travel.

Valparaiso Students to Present Work at Global Conference

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 10:38:38 -0500

Two Valparaiso University students will discuss their work to improve the quality of life for people in the African nation of Tanzania at the "Clinton Global Initiative University" conference later this week.

Butler Falls 1 Basket Short, But Its Run Gives Smaller Programs Hope

Tue, 6 Apr 2010 16:55:52 -0500

The Big Dance doesn't just belong to the big dogs any more. In a down-to-the-wire finish in a tournament defined by upsets, Butler University came within inches of taking home the NCAA championship trophy Monday night against one of the most-revered programs in college basketball.

Sage's Sally Lawrence Receives Lifetime Distinguished Award

Tue, 6 Apr 2010 16:55:17 -0500

Dr. Sally A. Lawrence, Vice President for Academic Affairs at The Sage Colleges, was honored with a special Lifetime Distinguished Award at the Academy for Character Education's 7th Annual "Champions of Character" Awards Banquet held March 24 at the Franklin Plaza in Troy.

Quinnipiac University to Offer Online Master of Science Degree in Teacher Leadership

Tue, 6 Apr 2010 16:54:32 -0500

Starting fall 2010, Quinnipiac University will offer an online master of science in teacher leadership program.

Westminster's President Bassis Featured in Inside Higher Ed

Tue, 6 Apr 2010 16:53:40 -0500

In "Changing the Equation," Michael Bassis, president of Westminster College, wrote: "Even before the current economic downturn, cost had become the dominant public concern about American higher education. As the president of a private college, it had also become my dominant concern.

Several with University of Evansville Ties Honored at 2010 Celebration of Leadership Awards

Tue, 6 Apr 2010 16:52:39 -0500

It was a great night to be affiliated with the University of Evansville, when several members of the University were recently honored at the 2010 Celebration of Leadership Awards. The awards, given each year by Leadership Evansville, Inc., honor those men and women who have provided valuable leadership in the Evansville community.

Drake Staff Member Recognized by Gov. Culver for Contribution to Iowa Higher Education

Tue, 6 Apr 2010 16:46:48 -0500

Rachel Boon, director of institutional research and academic compliance at Drake University, recently received a certificate of recognition for her contribution to higher education from Iowa Gov. Chester Culver.

Drake Magazine Students Win Hearst Awards for Profile Writing

Tue, 6 Apr 2010 16:43:37 -0500

Two Drake University journalism students are among a group of 10 winners for profile writing in the 50th annual William Randolph Hearst Foundation's Journalism Awards Program.

Valpo Senior Math Major Wins Prestigious Award

Tue, 6 Apr 2010 16:43:06 -0500

Adam Shull, a senior mathematics major at Valparaiso University, has received the Richard V. Andree Award, a national award for excellence in undergraduate research, for his work on "Properties of Ideal-Divisor."

Four New American Colleges & Universities Schools of Business Named to Princeton Review’s Student Opinion Honors List

Tue, 30 Mar 2010 10:22:06 -0500

The Colleges of Business at Butler University, Ithaca College, Pacific Lutheran University, and The University of Scranton have all been named to The Princeton Review's 2010 Student Opinion Honors List, a poll that asks students for their opinion on how well their business school is preparing them in the core business competencies. Butler was specifically recognized in the field of Marketing, Ithaca in Operations, PLU for both General and Global Management, and Scranton for General Management.

Dr. James R. Appleton Named Interim President at Redlands

Tue, 30 Mar 2010 10:14:26 -0500

The University of Redlands has appointed Dr. James R. Appleton as its interim president. The Executive Committee of the University's Board of Trustees approved Dr. Appleton’s appointment as interim president to be effective March 17th, following the resignation of President Stuart Dorsey.

Steven Starkovich Named Provost at PLU

Tue, 30 Mar 2010 10:13:40 -0500

Steven P. Starkovich has been named provost and dean of graduate studies at Pacific Lutheran University through the 2011-12 academic year. He had been serving as acting provost this year during the sabbitical leave of Patricia O’Connell Killen.

Butler Bulldogs Reach Final Four in Indianapolis

Tue, 30 Mar 2010 10:12:59 -0500

The Butler University Bulldogs are writing one of college basketball’s all-time great stories: the Bulldogs will play in the NCAA Final Four in their hometown of Indianapolis.

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Arcadia Named Among Top Places to Work in Philadelphia

Tue, 30 Mar 2010 10:12:22 -0500

Arcadia University was named among the Top Workplaces 2010 by the Philadelphia Inquirer on Sunday, March 21. Arcadia was ranked #16 among the largest employers in the region.

Butler Student Foundation Wins Two Awards at District Conference

Tue, 30 Mar 2010 10:11:12 -0500

Since its beginning in 1993, the Butler University Student Foundation (BUSF) has collected a lot of awards. This year is no different; BUSF won the outstanding student leader and the outstanding external program awards from CASE ASAP (District V) this past February. CASE ASAP is the student arm of the Council for the Advancement and Support of Education.

Drake Law School Emerges as Nation's Trailblazer to Support Next Generation of Farmers

Tue, 30 Mar 2010 10:10:22 -0500

More than 200 participants representing 40 states attended a national conversation on how to help create America's next generation of farmers at a two-day forum this month in Washington, D.C., sponsored by Drake University's Agricultural Law Center.

Wagner College Rings NYSE Closing Bell

Tue, 30 Mar 2010 10:09:01 -0500

On Tuesday, March 23, Wagner College President Richard Guarasci rang the closing bell at the New York Stock Exchange to celebrate the raising of $50 million in the largest campaign ever conducted in the school’s history: "Putting Wagner First."

Samford Model United Nations Team Experiences Serbia, And So Much More

Tue, 30 Mar 2010 10:08:08 -0500

A recent trip to the Belgrade International Model United Nations (BiMUN) in Serbia placed eight Samford University students in the thick of the region’s culture, history and politics.

Samford Biology Major Receives $35,000 UNCF-Merck Scholarship Award

Tue, 30 Mar 2010 10:07:19 -0500

Ashley Spann, a Samford University junior biology major from Douglasville, Ga., has received a prestigious United Negro College Fund-Merck Undergraduate science research scholarship award valued at $35,000.

Elon Psychology Student Awarded External Research Grant

Tue, 30 Mar 2010 10:06:42 -0500

Kimberly Duggins, a psychology major and Honors Fellow at Elon University, has been awarded a Psi Chi Undergraduate Research Grant. Psi Chi is the international honor society in psychology.

North Central Senior Presents Academic Work at International Convention

Tue, 30 Mar 2010 10:05:58 -0500

During North Central College's spring break, senior Sarah Kurpiel will head a few hours south of her Naperville campus and Downers Grove residence, but not for fun in the sun. She will be presenting her academic work at an international convention in St. Louis.

Valpo Students Raise $15,000 for Haiti Relief

Tue, 30 Mar 2010 10:05:17 -0500

A Valparaiso University student initiative to aid victims of an earthquake that devastated Haiti in January has surpassed its goal and raised more than $15,000 in less than six weeks to help recovery efforts.

Students Organize Concert Event to Benefit Haiti Relief Efforts

Tue, 30 Mar 2010 10:04:45 -0500

Belmont University students Chloe Williams and Lindsy Anton organized a successful "Belmont Supports Haiti" benefit showcase Sunday night March 21 in Neely Dining Hall.

Another Value of Consortium Membership: NAC&U Members Evaluate Student Affairs at North Central College

Thu, 18 Mar 2010 11:26:29 -0500

Senior student affairs officers from four New American Colleges & Universities help North Central College assess its student affairs programs. A team of administrators from four New American Colleges & Universities member institutions visited North Central March 10-11. North Central’s Office of Enrollment Management and Student Affairs is undertaking a rigorous three-year self-evaluation of its programs. Tapping the expertise of NAC&U members for input and peer review is a concept that Laurie Hamen, North Central’s vice president for enrollment management, athletics and student affairs, proposed some time ago.

Fortune Magazine Names Belmont One of "Five Schools for Entrepreneurs"

Thu, 18 Mar 2010 11:25:24 -0500

Belmont University has been named one of "five schools for entrepreneurs" by Fortune Magazine for its Entrepreneurship and Social Entrepreneurship programs. The magazine chose Belmont for standing out among the more than 2,000 schools in the United States who teach entrepreneurship. The article can be viewed online here and seen in the March 22 print edition.

Westminster Students Work to Improve Educational Opportunities for Small Village in India

Thu, 18 Mar 2010 11:24:40 -0500

Westminster College recently launched a global literacy project entitled “Why Wai and Westminster?” that is designed to help bring books and other resources into the hands of children, especially girls, in the small village of Wai, India.

Valparaiso Engineering Teams Win Robotics Awards

Thu, 18 Mar 2010 11:24:02 -0500

Two teams of Valparaiso University engineering students brought home awards recognizing their robot-building skills from the 23rd annual Jerry Sanders Creative Design Competition that took place March 12 and 13.

Quinnipiac Education Students to Lead Teacher Conference in Nicaragua During Spring Break

Thu, 18 Mar 2010 11:22:54 -0500

Five students and two professors from the Quinnipiac University School of Education will spend their spring break in Leon, Nicaragua, where they will share their expertise with educators from two rural school districts.

Ithaca College Students Honored by American Advertising Federation

Thu, 18 Mar 2010 11:22:11 -0500

Ithaca College seniors Stacy Gilbert, Ata Movassaghi and Elizabeth Wolbach were among 50 college and university students nationwide selected by the American Advertising Federation (AAF) to participate in the 2010 Most Promising Minority Students Program.

Drury Swimming And Diving Sweep NCAA-II National Championships for Second Straight Year

Thu, 18 Mar 2010 11:21:28 -0500

Drury University's rich swimming tradition added another historic chapter last weekend, as the Panthers became the first program to sweep the men's and women's national titles in back-to-back years when they captured both at the NCAA-II Championships at the C.T. Branin Natatorium.

Drury Architecture Student is Recognized for Illustration Skills

Thu, 18 Mar 2010 11:20:53 -0500

Drury University architecture student Neill Scheiter received an Award of Excellence in the Second Annual American Society of Architectural Illustrators (ASAI) Student Competition.

Drury Students Construct an Art Kiosk at Airport

Thu, 18 Mar 2010 11:20:14 -0500

On March 12 and 13, Drury University architecture students were at the Springfield-Branson National Airport, assembling an art kiosk in the main terminal that they designed and built.

Belmont Speech and Debate Team Wins at National Invitational

Thu, 18 Mar 2010 11:19:28 -0500

On March 5, the Belmont University Speech and Debate team was awarded first place at the National Christian College Forensics Invitational.

Elon Psychology Student Awarded External Research Grant

Thu, 18 Mar 2010 11:18:46 -0500

Kimberly Duggins, a psychology major and Honors Fellow at Elon University, has been awarded a Psi Chi Undergraduate Research Grant.

Drake Students to Receive Regional Awards from Society of Professional Journalists

Thu, 18 Mar 2010 11:18:04 -0500

Drake University students are gaining widespread recognition for outstanding journalism with six Region 7 Mark of Excellence awards from the Society of Professional Journalists (SPJ).

PLU Students Compete to Save Energy with "UnPLUgged" Competition

Thu, 18 Mar 2010 11:17:30 -0500

Pacific Lutheran's UnPLUgged tournament is a yearlong challenge in which eight campus residence halls compete to see which is using the least energy – with the loser knocked out of the competition.

President Obama Visits Arcadia University to Discuss Health Insurance Reform

Wed, 10 Mar 2010 11:13:40 -0600

On the morning of Monday, March 8, 2010 President Obama delivered remarks on health insurance reform at Arcadia University.

Arcadia University Announces Five Three-Year Undergraduate Degree Programs

Wed, 10 Mar 2010 11:12:57 -0600

Arcadia University, the national leader in study abroad, has announced five new three-year accelerated undergraduate programs in Business Administration, Communications, International Business and Culture, International Studies, and Psychology to begin in the fall of 2010.

Hampton University President Named Chair of President Obama's Board of Advisors on HBCUs

Wed, 10 Mar 2010 11:12:06 -0600

On Feb. 26, President Barack Obama appointed Hampton University President William R. Harvey Chairman of the President’s Board of Advisors on Historically Black Colleges and Universities.

Drake President and Past NAC&U Chair Elected to Board of Directors of American Council on Education

Wed, 10 Mar 2010 11:11:22 -0600

Drake University President David Maxwell recently was elected to the Board of Directors of the American Council on Education (ACE), the major coordinating body for all the nation's higher education institutions.

Pacific Lutheran University's Victim Advocacy Brings Visit, Praise from Department of Justice

Wed, 10 Mar 2010 11:10:03 -0600

An Assistant Attorney General with the U.S. Department of Justice will visit Pacific Lutheran University’s Women’s Center on Thursday, March 11, as a part of a nation-wide tour honoring programs that have showcased exceptional campus programs geared to address violence against women.

University of Evansville's Physical Therapy Program Receives Grant to Help U.S. Military

Wed, 10 Mar 2010 11:09:20 -0600

Three members of the University of Evansville’s physical therapy faculty will collaborate over the next year with a team of researchers at Army Baylor University working to keep America’s soldiers in the field.

Valparaiso University First in State to Receive Severe Weather Certification

Wed, 10 Mar 2010 11:08:24 -0600

Valparaiso University will be the first university in the state to receive the StormReady certification from the National Weather Service during a ceremony on campus March 17, which means the University has met guidelines established by the NWS in partnership with federal, state and local emergency management professionals to protect lives and property in the event of severe weather.

Drake Student Wins Leadership Award at Big XII Conference

Wed, 10 Mar 2010 11:07:28 -0600

Drake University senior Crystal Nance recently received the Robert Page Award at a conference on black leadership at the University of Texas at Austin. Nance, a public relations and sociology major, won the Robert Page Award for Outstanding Non Big XII Senior of the Year.

First-year Drury Students Partner with Ozark Greenways to Secure Grant

Wed, 10 Mar 2010 11:06:39 -0600

First-year Drury University students have helped Ozark Greenways secure an $8,300 grant from The C.W. Titus Foundation.

North Central College Computer Science Students Excel in Competition

Wed, 10 Mar 2010 11:05:48 -0600

Seven computer science students from North Central College excelled in a recent programming contest. Three students claimed first place and four took third place in the advanced level of competition at the 2010 Associated Colleges of the Chicagoland Area (ACCA) contest at Trinity Christian College in Palos Heights.

NAC&U and Hamline University Mentioned in The Chronicle of Higher Education's Cover Story

Wed, 3 Mar 2010 14:19:23 -0600

The Chronicle of Higher Education's cover story "Saving the Life of the Mind" by reporter Goldie Blumenstyk examines "the new liberal arts" that combine a liberal education with real-world skills, citing NAC&U as being "in the forefront of the movement for this new approach." Blumenstyk quotes from her conversation with Linda Hanson, President of Hamline University and Chair of the NAC&U Board of Directors.

Summer Institute Information and Registration

Wed, 3 Mar 2010 14:18:33 -0600

Online registration is now available for the Summer Institute at Wagner College June 16-18, 2010.

13 New American Colleges and Universities Named to President's Higher Ed Community Service Honor Roll

Wed, 3 Mar 2010 14:17:30 -0600

Honorees of the 2009 President’s Higher Education Community Service Honor Roll, the highest federal recognition a college or university can receive for its commitment to volunteering, service-learning and civic engagement, were announced this week.

Princeton Review Names North Central Among Tops for Video Game Design

Wed, 3 Mar 2010 14:16:13 -0600

The Princeton Review has named North Central College’s interactive media studies program among the top 50 video game design programs in North America.

Scranton Establishes The Honesdale National Bank Center for Economic Education

Wed, 3 Mar 2010 14:14:38 -0600

The University of Scranton has established The Honesdale National Bank Center for Economic Education at The University of Scranton, which was funded by a generous donation by the bank.

Elon Law and MBA Students Travel to Southeast Asia in New Collaboration

Wed, 3 Mar 2010 14:13:56 -0600

Nine Elon Law students and nine MBA students from Elon's Love School of Business participated in a first-time collaboration through an international business course that included meetings with top business and law leaders in China, Hong Kong, and Vietnam.

North Central Student Journalists earn 17 Awards for Excellence

Wed, 3 Mar 2010 14:13:12 -0600

Twenty-two student journalists from North Central College have earned 17 awards for excellence from the Illinois College Press Association (ICPA). The awards were announced at the ICPA’s annual conference Feb. 19-20 in Chicago.

Valparaiso-Built Autism Therapy Device Vying for Dell Social Innovation Award

Wed, 3 Mar 2010 14:12:45 -0600

A therapeutic device designed and built by Valparaiso University engineering students for people living with autism spectrum disorder is among the potentially groundbreaking ideas for addressing critical human needs that could get a $50,000 boost from a national innovation contest.

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Tue, 23 Feb 2010 10:20:10 -0600

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President Barack Obama to Deliver Commencement Address at Hampton University

Tue, 23 Feb 2010 11:11:57 -0600

Hampton University is pleased to announce that President Barack Obama will serve as the University's 140th commencement speaker on May 9, 2010.

Arcadia Launches New School of Continuing Studies

Tue, 23 Feb 2010 11:11:27 -0600

Arcadia University’s newly formed School of Continuing Studies includes the Center for Adult and Professional Education, Arcadia Online, and the Center for Summer Learning.

Drake Awarded Federal Funds for Innovative Virtual Language Program

Tue, 23 Feb 2010 11:10:33 -0600

Drake University President David Maxwell has announced that Drake has received $1.58 million in federal funds for a new virtual language-learning program developed to meet the nation's critical need for fluent speakers of languages other than English.

University of Evansville M.S. in Education Focuses on Data- and Assessment-Driven Methods

Tue, 23 Feb 2010 11:09:53 -0600

The University of Evansville is proud to announce a new graduate degree program for teachers seeking to reach the next level of instruction, assessment, and helping all students achieve.

Redlands Receives W.M. Keck Foundation Grant for Spatial Literacy

Tue, 23 Feb 2010 11:09:16 -0600

University of Redlands students and faculty will have new opportunities to use maps, mapping and spatial reasoning in the classroom and beyond, thanks to a $250,000 grant from the Los Angeles-based W.M. Keck Foundation.

Drake's Chinese Cultural Exchange Program Named Education Agency of the Year

Tue, 23 Feb 2010 11:08:40 -0600

Drake University's Chinese Cultural Exchange Program has been selected by the Chinese Association of Iowa as a 2009 Chinese Achievement Award winner for Education Agency of the Year.

Butler Link Helps Kingsway Community Care Center

Tue, 23 Feb 2010 11:07:53 -0600

A volunteer team of students and faculty members from Butler University's College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences has taken over the care center's pharmacy operations, including a key component: finding the best, most cost-effective medicine for its patients.

Redlands Center for the Arts Dedication

Tue, 23 Feb 2010 11:06:46 -0600

University of Redlands has long been known for inspiring creativity in its students, and now the university has a space that does justice to the artistic efforts of students and faculty.

Ithaca Faculty Member Finalist for NASA's New Frontiers Program

Tue, 23 Feb 2010 11:06:08 -0600

Beth Ellen Clark Joseph, associate professor and chair of physics at Ithaca College, will spend 2010 working on a concept study with fellow members of a science team whose proposal to study asteroid geology has been selected as one of three finalists for NASA’s New Frontiers Program.

Sage Professor's Research to be Presented at International Forum

Tue, 23 Feb 2010 11:05:26 -0600

Sage Colleges Professor Tom Keane's contributions to the field of Astrochemistry will be presented at an upcoming Faraday Discussion meeting, June 14-16, in Brittany, France.

North Central Trustee Receives National Physics Award

Tue, 23 Feb 2010 11:04:09 -0600

North Central College Adjunct Professor of Physics and Trustee Herman White Jr. of Naperville has been honored by the American Physical Society (APS) for his work in the field of physics, his public service and his role in mentoring students and fellow scientists.

Samford Psychology Graduate Receives Top National Recognition for Research

Tue, 23 Feb 2010 11:03:29 -0600

Recent Samford University graduate Adrienne G. Hampton’s senior directed research project in psychology was chosen for a top award at a meeting of the National Institute for the Teaching of Psychology.

North Central Sends Record Number of Students to Research Conference

Tue, 23 Feb 2010 11:02:42 -0600

A record number of North Central College students have been chosen to participate in the nation’s leading conference on undergraduate research.

Valpo Students Win Regional Competition, Qualify for International Event

Tue, 23 Feb 2010 11:02:07 -0600

Twelve Valparaiso University students have qualified to compete in the international business contest sponsored by Delta Epsilon Chi after success in the regional round of the contest.

Three Westminster Students Awarded Gilman Scholarships

Tue, 23 Feb 2010 11:01:23 -0600

Westminster College is pleased to announce three students have recently been awarded Gilman Scholarships to study abroad.

Elon Alumni Receive Rotary Ambassadorial Scholarships

Tue, 23 Feb 2010 11:00:44 -0600

Three Elon University alumni have been named recipients of Rotary Ambassadorial Scholarships to help fund graduate studies overseas.

Arcadia Theater Students Outstanding at Kennedy Center Regional Festival

Tue, 23 Feb 2010 11:00:08 -0600

Arcadia University Theater students earned national awards, regional accolades and the first standing ovation at the Kennedy Center American College Theatre Festival for Region II on Thursday, Jan. 14, at Indiana University of Pennsylvania.

Wagner Course Conducted in 2 Classrooms on 2 Continents Wins ACE National Award

Wed, 10 Feb 2010 10:17:27 -0600

The American Council on Education’s 109-member Internationalization Collaborative has recognized an innovative Wagner College course in international business communication taught by Provost Devorah Lieberman. The course was one of four winners in ACE’s "Bringing the World into the Classroom" competition.

Butler Sets School Record for Retention Rate

Wed, 10 Feb 2010 10:16:39 -0600

Butler University’s freshman retention rate from fall 2009 to spring 2010 is 96 percent -- the highest in school history.

Quinnipiac to Open Medical School With Emphasis on Primary Care and Global Health

Wed, 10 Feb 2010 10:16:07 -0600

Quinnipiac University President John L. Lahey announced in January that the University would begin the complex process of opening a medical school, with an emphasis on primary care and global health.

Hampton to Receive $8M to Build Biomedical Research Center

Wed, 10 Feb 2010 10:15:39 -0600

The National Institutes of Health has awarded Hampton University an $8 million stimulus grant to construct a Biomedical Research Center (BRC). The interdisciplinary biomedical research facility will be home to research activities such as cardiovascular disease, diabetes, adolescent health, HIV/AIDS, biomolecular cancer imagining, medicinal chemistry, Alzheimer’s and other projects from the Hampton University Schools of Nursing, Pharmacy, and Science.

Belmont President Selected 2010 Nashvillian of the Year

Wed, 10 Feb 2010 10:15:10 -0600

Easter Seals Tennessee announced the 2010 Nashvillian of the Year recipient, Belmont University President Dr. Robert (Bob) Fisher.

Drake Takes Top Spots, Wins Awards at Mock Trial Competition

Wed, 10 Feb 2010 10:14:40 -0600

Two Drake University Mock Trial teams placed in the top 10 and won five individual awards at the final invitational at Loras College in Dubuque, Iowa.

National Law Student Survey Finds Elon Law Excelling in Experiential and Collaborative Learning

Wed, 10 Feb 2010 10:14:05 -0600

Measuring responses from more than 26,000 law students across the country, the 2009 Law School Survey of Student Engagement (LSSSE) indicates that Elon University Law students participate in clinical, pro bono, and field experiences more often and that they collaborate with colleagues and faculty at higher rates than the national average.

North Central Psychology Students, Faculty Recognized for Scholarly Achievements

Wed, 10 Feb 2010 10:13:32 -0600

Several psychology students and faculty at North Central College are being recognized for academic and scholarly achievement., including Katlyn Humphrey, a senior from Lisle, who received the Psi Chi National Service Award. Psi Chi, the international honor society in psychology, recognizes students who contribute in an exceptional way to meeting a local chapter’s goals and the societal aims of the organization.

Sage Offers Master's in Teaching Excellence

Wed, 10 Feb 2010 10:12:56 -0600

The Sage Graduate Schools accredited School of Education is offering a new fully online masters of science in Teaching Excellence degree, designed for working teachers, school counselors, librarians, and other education professionals who want to get up to speed by building valuable technological expertise.

Scranton’s New Business Center Champions the Cause of Women Entrepreneurs

Wed, 10 Feb 2010 10:12:29 -0600

The Women’s Business Center (WBC), a partnership between The University of Scranton’s Kania School of Management and Small Business Development Center (SBDC), was established in 2009. Its objective is to help women gain knowledge and competence in the small business management field.

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Valpo Nursing Professor Wins National Book Award

Wed, 10 Feb 2010 10:11:17 -0600

Dr. Kristen Mauk, Kreft professor for the advancement of nursing science at Valparaiso University and a nationally-recognized scholar of gerontological nursing, has won her second American Journal of Nursing Book of the Year award for a new book on nursing care for the elderly.

Hampton Professor Receives Outstanding Faculty Award

Wed, 10 Feb 2010 10:10:24 -0600

Dr. Doyle Temple, professor of physics and chair of the physics department at Hampton University, received the state's highest honor for professors.

Hamline Professor David Schultz Publishes Constitutional Law Textbook and a New Primer on Property Law

Wed, 10 Feb 2010 10:09:48 -0600

Hamline University School of Business professor David Schultz published two new books back-to-back in December 2009 and January 2010.

Redlands Professor Challenges the Perspective of the American Frontier Hero

Wed, 10 Feb 2010 10:08:41 -0600

University of Redlands School of Business Associate Professor Denise Mary MacNeil’s new book, "The Emergence of the American Frontier Hero, 1682-1826: Gender, Action and Emotion," serves to challenge the perspective of the early American frontier hero often cast as a self-reliant male with a tough-guy attitude.

Fourteen Westminster College Students Named to the 2010 U.S. Olympic Team

Wed, 10 Feb 2010 10:07:53 -0600

All eyes on campus will be focused on the 2010 Olympic Games as 14 Westminster students head to Vancouver to compete for the "Gold." From snowboarding to freestyle skiing, the college will be cheering on these exceptional student-athletes who have been named to the 2010 U.S. Olympic Team.

First-year Hamline University Student Ashlee Kephart Chosen to Carry Olympic Torch

Wed, 10 Feb 2010 10:06:59 -0600

In January, Hamline University student Ashlee Kephart carried the Olympic flame as part of the torch relay that will eventually end at the opening ceremonies in Vancouver.

New York Times Heralds Interactive Media Program as an Academic Innovator

Thu, 14 Jan 2010 11:32:38 -0600

In a special section on the future of education, The New York Times cited Elon University's Master's in Interactive Media program as an example of a highly specialized program leading the way in master's level education.

Valpo's Lilly Fellows Program Receives $1.3 million Grant

Thu, 14 Jan 2010 11:32:08 -0600

The Lilly Fellows Program in Humanities and the Arts, based at Valparaiso University, has received a $1,348,853 grant from Lilly Endowment Inc. to extend a program supporting future teacher-scholars at church-related institutions of higher education.

Hampton University Business School Receives National Award

Thu, 14 Jan 2010 11:31:36 -0600

The Hampton University Center for Entrepreneurial Studies (CES) in the School of Business recently received the National Minority Business Council (NMBC), Inc.’s Outstanding Education and Training Institution Award for 2009.

SCORE, Partners to Host First 2010 Gubernatorial Forum at Belmont University

Thu, 14 Jan 2010 11:30:58 -0600

On Thurs., Jan. 14, the Tennessee State Collaborative on Reforming Education (SCORE), along with Nashville’s NewsChannel5 and Belmont University, will host the first major gubernatorial forum of the 2010 election year.

Samford Professor Chronicles Wrights’ First Flying School in Montgomery

Thu, 14 Jan 2010 11:30:12 -0600

As the centennial of Wilbur and Orville Wright's opening the nation’s first civilian flying school on the outskirts of Montgomery, AL approaches, Samford University journalism professor Julie Hedgepeth Williams has chronicled the story in a new book, Wings of Opportunity: The Wright Brothers in Montgomery, Alabama, published by NewSouth Books of Montgomery.

Drake Law Professor Appointed to Iowa Task Force for Civil Justice Reform

Thu, 14 Jan 2010 11:29:37 -0600

Luke Meier, assistant professor of law at Drake University, recently was appointed by the Iowa Supreme Court to serve on the state's Task Force for Civil Justice Reform.

Scranton Physical Therapy Student Named National Representative

Thu, 14 Jan 2010 11:28:47 -0600

Efosa Guobadia, a student in the doctor of physical therapy program and past president of the University of Scranton’s Physical Therapy Club, was elected as the student delegate to the American Physical Therapy Association House of Delegates, to be held in Boston this summer.

Elon Students Receive Study Abroad Scholarships

Thu, 14 Jan 2010 11:28:19 -0600

Two Elon University students, juniors Christina Cooper and Qiao-Yi Joy Zhou, have been awarded Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarships to help fund their Spring 2010 semester study abroad experiences.

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Tue, 15 Dec 2009 14:26:59 -0600

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Drake, Hamline, and Ithaca Represented at United Nations Climate Change Conference

Tue, 15 Dec 2009 14:26:01 -0600

Students and Professors from Drake University, Hamline University, and Ithaca College are in attendance at COP 15, the United Nations Climate Change Conference being held in Copenhagen, Denmark from December 7 to December 18th this month.

PLU's Neeb Building Awarded LEED Gold

Tue, 15 Dec 2009 14:25:09 -0600

This fall Pacific Lutheran University's Martin J. Neeb Center received the distinction of being named Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) Gold certified. According to the U.S. Green Building Council, the Neeb Center is the only radio facility in the nation with a LEED Gold ranking.

Belmont Professors, Students Study Local Wetlands

Tue, 15 Dec 2009 14:24:28 -0600

Belmont University biology professors Steve Murphree, Darlene Panvini and John Niedzwiecki receive a grant from Nissan to work with students to monitor the flora and fauna on wetland on the Nissan North America campus in Franklin, Tennessee.

Drury’s Ozarks Center for Sustainable Solutions Distributes $1.1 million

Tue, 15 Dec 2009 14:23:45 -0600

This year, Drury University’s Ozarks Center for Sustainable Solutions (OCSS) acquired and distributed more than $1.1 million in grant funding to reduce diesel pollution in Southwest Missouri.

National Womens Studies Association Annual Conference Hosts Sage Professors

Tue, 15 Dec 2009 14:23:02 -0600

The Sage Colleges were well represented at the recent National Womens Studies Association (NWSA) Annual Conference in Atlanta, GA. Five faculty shared information about RSC's innovative women's studies and academic service learning programs and presented "Women in the World: A Roundtable Discussion of Women's Studies as General Education."

Collaboration Among Ithaca College, Hospicare And Area Musicians Produces Healing Music

Tue, 15 Dec 2009 14:22:21 -0600

Area musician and teacher Jayne Demakos brought together students and faculty from the Ithaca College School of Music and Ithaca-area musicians to create a CD for Hospicare and Palliative Services for Tompkins County.

Valpo Professor Pens New Book to Better Teach Game Theory

Tue, 15 Dec 2009 14:20:39 -0600

Valparaiso University mathematics and computer science professor Dr. Rick Gillman recently published "Models of Conflict and Cooperation," focusing on game theory - the mathematics underlying decision-making in situations where the outcome is influenced not only by one's actions, but also by the actions of the other players.

Hampton Professor Appointed Deputy Assistant Secretary of the Air Force

Tue, 15 Dec 2009 14:19:26 -0600

President Barack Obama has appointed Associate Director of the Hampton University William R. Harvey Leadership Institute and Honors College Dr. Jarris L. Taylor, Jr., as the Deputy Assistant Secretary of the Air Force for Strategic Diversity Integration, Washington, D.C.

Four Butler, Two Valpo Seniors Receive Orr Fellowships

Tue, 15 Dec 2009 14:18:38 -0600

Butler University seniors Alyson Ahrns, Brock Benefiel, Kelsey Martin and Brandon Russell, and Valparaiso University seniors Katie Lindahl and Robby Pampel are among 26 students throughout Indiana to receive 2010 Orr Fellowships, which provides them a guaranteed full-time, salaried job at an Indiana company for two years after graduation. The fellows were selected from more than 1,000 applicants who are either Indiana residents or students at an Indiana college or university.

International News Agency Publishes Drake Student's Article

Tue, 15 Dec 2009 14:17:53 -0600

An article written by Drake University student Nicole Wilke has recently been featured on GlopalPost.com, an online-based international news agency.

Drury Architecture Students Continue Revitalization Efforts

Tue, 15 Dec 2009 14:17:08 -0600

Drury University architecture students are continuing their work to improve urban development throughout Missouri as a part of Drury University’s Center for Community Studies (CCS). This semester, students are working on projects in Appleton City and Warsaw, Mo.

Samford Students Win Top Regional Broadcast Honors

Tue, 15 Dec 2009 14:16:17 -0600

Three Samford University students won first place awards in 2009 regional student production competition sponsored by the National Broadcasting Society (NBS). Jordan Gotfredson, Best Radio Sports Story; Jacqueline Long, Best Radio News Wrap; and Lauren Womack, Best Radio Magazine, are all journalism/mass communication majors, whose award-winning productions are now eligible for national competition.

Evansville Student Earns Prestigious Gilman Scholarship for Study Abroad

Tue, 15 Dec 2009 14:14:55 -0600

University of Evansville's Heather Smyser, a senior majoring in French, has received a prestigious Gilman Scholarship to support her plans to study abroad during the Spring 2010 semester.

Evansville Alum Chosen Among Indiana's Leaders of Tomorrow

Tue, 15 Dec 2009 14:14:15 -0600

University of Evansville alum Stephanie Roberts, a member of UE’s Class of 2008, has been selected as one of a dozen recipients of the Governor’s Award for Tomorrow’s Leaders.