Staying Safe at Canisius
The college's crisis plan was put into action Tuesday afternoon after a bomb threat caused the evacuation of hundreds of members of the Canisius community.
After local authorities determined that there was no danger, classes resumed and normal campus activities continued.
"The events of September 11 have reminded all of us that the unthinkable can happen and our lives can be changed in an instant," said Dr. Ellen O. Conley, vice president for student affairs. "I want the campus community to rest assured that the college's crisis plan is viable and that our Public Safety Department is trained to respond to crisis situations."
In these uncertain times, however, it is more important than ever that we all adhere to a few basic precautions.
If an alarm sounds on campus, respond quickly and appropriately. "As you may be aware, there have been many instances of meetings, phone calls or classes that remain in session after a bell sounds," said Dr. Conley. "While we all hope that each bell will be a false alarm, we should not assume that it is. Therefore, everyone is required to leave a building if an alarm sounds," she added.
With anthrax scares grabbing headlines across the nation, it is important that we all take the necessary precautions here at Canisius. However, it is equally important for us to put the threat of anthrax in perspective. The U.S. Postal Service delivers 680 million pieces of mail each day, of which only a handful has been affected. In the unlikely event of an anthrax scare, our college Public Safety Office and Student Health Center offer this general advice:
- If you receive a suspicious piece of mail, do not handle the letter or package. Immediately call the Office of Public Safety to report the incident.
- Next, make sure that the mail is isolated and the area is secured. Ensure that all persons who have touched the mail piece wash their hands with soap and water if available.
- Collect the names of all people in the area at the time of the event and jot down any specifics about the event, type of letter or package etc. The Erie County Health Department will respond with a specialized team that will assess the situation and provide medical evaluation and treatment if needed on site.
"I am working with the Erie County Health Department and the New York State Department of Health to keep current on their latest recommendations," said Patricia Creahan, director of the Student Health Center. "The most important thing to remember is to contain the area and call Public Safety right away so that the proper authorities can come on site."
If you have further questions regarding response procedures to handling suspicious mail, call Pat in the Student Health Office at ext. 2616.
For further information or questions regarding the college's crisis plan, call Dr. Conley at ext. 2130.
Salary Review Study Launched
Father Cooke announced today that the college will undergo a salary review study. Based on a recommendation by the Committee of the Status of Women (CSW), Drs. Patricia Hutton and Richard Wall have been appointed to confidentially review salaries of administrators, librarians and faculty to determine whether there are any inequities attributable to gender.
Individual salaries will be compared to the salaries of those in comparable positions with similar credentials and level of performance at the college. A report of their findings will be presented to Father Cooke who will determine what action will be taken. A summary of the findings will also be sent to CSW in edited form to preserve anonymity of individuals.
Shick is Surprised with a Special Award
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| Dr. Richard Shick (left) with Gerald Saxe at the Business Awards Dinner. |
The Wehle School Advisory Council created and named a new award in honor of its first recipient Dr. Richard A. Shick, dean of the Wehle School of Business. Dick was surprised with this honor during the 33rd annual Business Awards Dinner held at the college last Tuesday. The Dr. Richard A. Shick Award recognizes a member of the advisory council who has provided outstanding service and commitment to the school and business community. Congratulations Dick!!!
Service Recognition Ceremony
Canisius honored members of the faculty, administration and staff who have served the college for five, ten and fifteen years with a Service Recognition Ceremony last Friday. Congratulations to the following employees:
Five Years of Service
Top far left: Stephen Liebig, mail stock clerk; Walter DuBois, stationary engineer for maintenance; Dr. Robert Grebenok, assistant professor of biology; Dr. John Dahlberg, assistant professor of communication studies; Kenneth Gubala, director of graduate admissions and recruitment for the School of Education and Human Services; Scott Clark, computer support specialist for Information Technology Services; Andrew Smith, head athletic trainer; Sister Patricia Brady, coordinator of volunteer services; Dr. Melissa Wanzer, assistant professor of communication studies; Judith Bruce, secretary for personnel; Janet Garbarino, technician for admissions; Carol Wdowka, director of alumni relations; Marvin Strasner, housekeeper for maintenance
Bottom far left: Mary Pat Leahy, secretary for the vice president of academic affairs; Catherine Williams, secretary for Career Center; Karen Kosowski, assistant controller; Geraldine Pawelek, secretary for English; Barbara Wozniak, secretary for student retention; Colleen Kenline, secretary for development; Claudia Hojnacki, accounts payable coordinator for controller; Elaine Mrugala, secretary for student activities; and Rose Malone, housekeeper for maintenance
Not pictured: Joy Africano, associate campus minister for music and liturgy; Karen Armenia, secretary for college and student personnel; Ralph Baird, groundskeeper for maintenance; Jackie Bates, housekeeper for maintenance; George Emery, associate director of the library for access services; Dr. John Occhipinti, assistant professor of political science; Rev. Michael Pastizzo, S.J., assistant professor of religious studies; Albert Pilato, Jr, assistant director of residence life; Craig Rogers, assistant professor of economics; Marc Schnirel, network specialist for Information Technology Services; Arlene Simpson, equipment room helper for the Koessler Athletic Center
Ten Years of Service
Top far left: Steven Wass, computer systems coordinator for public safety; Nancy Gonka, staff nurse for Student Health Center; Penelope Foster, secretary for student advisement; Deborah Grunder, technician for registrar
Bottom far left: Barbara Walters, loan technician; Carmela Selva, data record technician; Dr. Khalid Bibi, associate professor of exercise science and director of the Health and Human Performance Center; Dr. Barbara Irwin, associate professor of communication studies.
Not pictured: Michele Rizzo, assistant director of financial aid; Christine Skinner, Sargent Public Safety
Fifteen Years of Service
Top far left: Dr. Marcheta L. Birch, associate professor of political science; Dr. Bruce J. Dierenfield, professor of history; Joseph Holobicky, building repairer for maintenance; Charles Pelitera, strength and conditioning coordinator; David Anderson, building repairer for maintenance, Livia Cammarano, desk clerk for residence life; and Vincent Cammarano, desk clerk for residence life.
Bottom far left: Dr. Barbara Hanson, associate professor of biology; Dr. E. Christine Moll, assistant professor; Gwen A. Beyer, secretary for accounting; Natalie Klyczek, payroll coordinator for controller; Patricia Mulhern, secretary for academic development; Maureen Hidy, student loan coordinator for controller; Nancy Prescott, secretary for communication studies and OCD program; and Brian Smith, director
Not pictured: Fredrick Kaczkowski, working foreman for maintenance; Mary Koehneke, associate director of financial aid; Christopher Mejak, mechanic for maintenance; Henry P. Piwko, Jr, public safety officer; Alan Weitzsacker, system administrator for information technology services
Art Galleries Open on Campus
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| Lyons Hall Gallery |
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Bouwhuis Library Gallery |
The Canisius community is invited to view the works now showing in the Peter and Mary Lou Vogt Art Galleries, located on the first floor of the Bouwhuis Library and on the fourth floor of Lyons Hall. The Lyons Hall Gallery is open 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. week days and entry to the collection at the Bouwhuis Library Gallery is obtained through the circulation desk.
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| Sampson & Delilah by Marc Chagall |
Showing in the library is the Terrence McKnight Collection, which includes works by Marc Chagall, Edouard Manet and Rembrandt van Rijn, the display is on-going. Terrance R. McKnight '72, a former Canisius debate champion, donated $100,000 worth of art to the college. The gift included two Chagalls, one Rembrandt and one Manet as well as paintings by Lautrec and Christo.
The Strassberger Collection, which is on display in Lyons Hall and features works by Rick Bennett, Philip Tice, Guy Charon, Vera and Mombrini, will run until October 19. Beginning October 22, the Lyons Hall Gallery will be showing works by Canisius art students, featuring works from sculpture, photography, design, drawing and draw paint.
The art galleries are named for Peter and Mary Lou Vogt who committed $200,000 to the Imagine Canisius capital campaign. Peter Vogt is the former vice president of sales and marketing for the Greater Buffalo Press Corporation and former president of Burchfield-Penney Art Center. Mary Lou Vogt is a former sales and marketing executive and member of the board of directors of Greater Buffalo Press Corporation.
For more information contact Rev. Michael Tunney, S.J. at ext. 3752.