CSW to Host Dessert and Conversation
The Committee on the Status of Women will host Dessert and Conversation on Wednesday, April 14 from 12 p.m. to 2 p.m. in the Regis Room South.  Bring your lunch or pick some up in the dining hall and catch up on what’s happening around campus. For more information, please call Barb Wozniak in the Office of Student Retention at Ext. 3737 or contact her via E-mail at wozniakb@canisius.edu. 

Canisius Welcomes National Health Care Reform Advocate

Deborah Richter, MD, past president of Physicians for a National Health Program (PNHP), will speak under the auspices of the Canisius College Corporal Works of Mercy Lecture Series on Thursday, April 15 at 8:00 p.m. in the Montante Cultural Center. The lecture is free and open to the public. Contact Lisa Howard at Ext. 2162 for more information.

Political Scientist James Q. Wilson to Speak on Campus

Renowned social commentator and political scientist Dr. James Q. Wilson will speak on Tuesday, April 20 at 8:15 p.m. in the Grupp Fireside Lounge, on the topic, “Was the Invasion of Iraq a Just War?” The event is part of the Frank G. Raichle Lecture Series on Law in American Society. It is free and open to the public. For more information, contact Dr. Peter J. Galie, professor of political science, at Ext. 2699 or click here.

Center for the Global Study of Religion Presents “Conversations in Christ & Culture” Lecture
Wednesday, April 21, Dr. Mark Heim, the Samuel Abbot Professor of Christian Theology at Andover Newton Theological Seminary, will give a lecture entitled, “Is Jesus the Only Way?” in the Regis Room at 7:30 p.m. For more information, contact Dr. Tim Wadkins, associate professor of religious studies, Ext. 2820 or click here.

Take Our Daughters and Sons to Work Day
April 22 is Take Our Daughters and Sons to Work Day (formerly Take Our Daughters to Work Day). Canisius welcomes the children of faculty, staff and administrators. We trust that parents will take measures to ensure their children's safety. The Ms. Foundation for Women started Take Our Daughters to Work Day ten years ago to encourage children to reach their potential by participating fully in family, work and community.

Shoes for Shelter Run/Walk
More than 400 people came out in the glorious sunshine to run or walk in the sixth annual Shoes for Shelter 5K run, presented by Canisius College and BlueCross BlueShield of Western New York on March 28 in Forest Lawn Cemetery.

Lt. Col. James Bagwell, chair of military science, was the top finisher among Canisius' staff, with a time of 21:24. He finished seventh in his age group (men 40 - 49) and 33rd overall. Ellen Hamm, associate professor of education, was the top female finisher among Canisius’ staff, with a time of 24:18. She finished third in her age group (women 30 – 39) and 76th overall.

Canisius College Director of Public Safety Gary Everett smiles as he heads towards the finish line..

Canisius College Men’s Basketball coach Mike MacDonald is getting his kids into the spirit of running at an early age. Running alongside the coach is eight-year-old Matt (far left) and seven-year-old Patrick, wearing #150.

“Petey” the Griffin bobblehead dolls wait to be awarded as prizes to the top finishers.

Thanks to all those on the Canisius staff who helped to make the event such a success!

Athletics Department
Gordon Anthony, director of athletic facilities
Dave Brajuha, assistant athletics trainer
Elizabeth Caroscio, graduate assistant, athletics department
John Maddock, associate director of athletics
Luke Mekker, assistant facilities director
Pete Osmond, cross country coach
Chuck Pelitera, strength and conditioning coordinator
Steve Rudnicki, athletics communications assistant
Kelly Skubick, graduate assistant, external affairs
Andy Smith, head athletic trainer and clinical coordinator

Health Center and Sports Promotion Departments
Pat Creahan, student health center director
Laura Zirnheld, secretary, student health center
EJ Gonser, graduate assistant, sports promotion

Ray Clough, director of faculty development
Dan Drew, media center director
Gary Everett, director of public safety
Ellen Hamm, assistant professor, education
Gary Lew, senior facilities operations manager
Jenn Paterson, director of creative services
John Tychinski, associate director, Chartwells