Campion Hall Intercultural Residence Hall Opens
Forty-eight Canisius students from around the world, including the U.S., are now in the college’s new Intercultural Living Center in Campion Hall following the building’s extensive $2.1 million renovation.
"Canisius is very excited to make this unique living opportunity available to our international students," said Matthew H. Mulville '88, MS '94, director of residence life and associate dean of students. “The Campion Hall living quarters are designed to foster interaction among the many cultures at Canisius, and promote global awareness and personal growth among students.”
Campion Hall now features bedroom suites and singles, a spacious kitchen, computer lab and study area, and is wired with the same technology housed in the college's other residence facilities. The center’s new residents hail from Trinidad, South Korea, Germany, France, England, Sweden, Japan, the Dominican Republic, Jordan and the United States. Special programming with an international flair is being developed for residents. For more information, click here to visit the News and Events page.
Leadership Walkway Bricks Engraved
Neither rain, nor snow, nor feet will wipe away the benefactor names, now engraved in the bricks and pavers of the Quadrangle's new Leadership Walkway. Etched in stone this summer, the engraved names serve as a permanent tribute to those donors who purchased a brick or paver in support of the college's scholarship, academic and endowed programs.
Completed in August 2002, the Leadership Walkway is an impressive brick path that connects Koessler Plaza, behind Old Main, with Christ the King Chapel. Wayne '51 and Helen Reilly were the first to purchase a brick on Leadership Walkway and are among 26 other alumni and friends who also left a personal legacy on the path.
The newly-engraved bricks and pavers lie in the quadrant adjacent to the St. Peter Canisius statue. They were engraved by Galle Memorial Studio Inc., of which Richard J. Zinter '78 serves as vice president and treasurer. To purchase a Leadership Walkway brick or paver or for more information, contact Valerie Warren at Ext. 2715 or via Email at warrenv@canisius.edu.
Labor Day Holiday
The college will be closed, except for essential operating personnel, on Monday, September 1 in observance of the Labor Day holiday.
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Did You Know?
Previously called Pelham Court Apartments, Campion Hall was purchased by Canisius and re-named in 1967. |
CAMPUS EVENTS
Mass of the Holy Spirit
The Mass of the Holy Spirit will be celebrated on Thursday, August 28 at 1:15 p.m. in Christ the King Chapel. Following Mass, the Office of Student Affairs will offer a chicken barbeque in the Quad.
Chair of Polish Culture Presents “A Season of Song”
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T he Permanent Chair of Polish Culture at Canisius College presents “A Season of Song” featuring Mary Beth Wrobel, soprano, on Friday, September 5 at 8 p.m. in the Montante Cultural Center. Wrobel, a meteorologist with WIVB-TV, will be accompanied by Olivia Lyons on piano. Lyons will also perform selections for solo piano.
The program will feature contemporary opera, theater music, Italian arias, Polish classical and folk songs and sacred music. Tickets are $10 for general admission; students are free with ID. All proceeds will support the Canisius College Music Program Piano Fund. For tickets or more information, call Rev. Benjamin Fiore, S.J., at Ext. 2822.
New Corporal Works of Mercy Lecture Series Begins at Canisius
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The Hon. Matthew McHugh, chairman of Bread for the World, will inaugurate the Canisius College Corporal Works of Mercy Lecture Series on Tuesday, September 9 at 8 p.m. in the Montante Cultural Center. The lecture, entitled “Feed the Hungry,” is free and open to the public.
The new lecture series was created by Hon. John J. LaFalce, Peter Canisius Distinguished University Professor, and is co-sponsored by the college’s Committee for the Promotion of Justice and the Office of Campus Ministry. For more information, click here or call LaFalce’s office at Ext. 2138.
Experts on Slavery, Abolitionist Movement to Speak at Canisius
The Canisius College program in the African American Experience will welcome several distinguished speakers to the college this fall. All events are free and open to the public.
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Dr. Philip Morgan will speak at Canisius on his ground-breaking research on slavery in colonial America on Thursday, September 11 at 7:30 p.m. in the Regis Room South. Morgan is Harry C. Black Professor of History at Johns Hopkins University, in Baltimore, Maryland and author of the acclaimed book, Slave Counterpoint: Black Culture in the Eighteenth-Century Chesapeake and Lowcountry (1998).
On Thursday, September 25 at 7:30 p.m. in the Regis Room North, Dr. Milton Sernett will discuss his new book, North Star County: Upstate New York and the Crusade for African American Freedom. Sernett is professor of African American studies and history, and adjunct professor of religion at Syracuse University.
For more information and additional lecture dates, contact Dr. Bruce Dierenfield at Ext. 2863 or visit www.canisius.edu/oishei/dierenfield.asp.
Canisius to Welcome Religious Artist
The art of religion will be on display Thursday, September 25 when iconographer Rev. William Hart McNichols, S.J., visits the Canisius College Grupp Fireside Lounge for the first event in the college's Conversations in Christ and Culture Lecture Series. The event, which begins at 7:30 p.m., is free and open to the public.
A Jesuit priest and artist, Father McNichols has been painting religious icons since 1990. His works have reintroduced the ancient artistic tradition of Eastern Christianity to Western Christians. Blending traditional style and symbols with American and contemporary references, Father McNichols pieces span a range of subjects, from the New Testament and early Christian saints to contemporary holy persons and renowned theologians, social activists and martyrs.
For more information, contact Dr. Timothy Wadkins at Ext. 2820.
NJSLC Participants Rejuvenated after Conference
NJSLC students take time out to enjoy campus ministry’s ice cream social following the Mass for the Feast of St. Ignatius Loyola on July 31.
Motivational speaker Mike Mita of Prometheus Breakthrough Learning leads students in an exercise to promote positive thinking.
Rejuvenated, refreshed and ready to share new ideas -- that’s how more than 200 student leaders from Jesuit colleges around the country felt after spending five days at the National Jesuit Student Leader Conference (NJSLC) held at Canisius. This is the first time Canisius has hosted the conference, which ran from July 30 through August 3.
Participants heard guest speakers, took part in interactive workshops and breakout sessions, and performed community service projects. On Saturday, August 2, NJSLC students painted houses on the East Side, cleaned up the waterfront and volunteered at Little Portion Friary, a shelter.
Canisius Welcomes New Faculty
Canisius welcomes eight new faculty members this fall. During the next few issues of the NetGazette, we will introduce you to the newest members of the campus community.
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Dr. Anne Barrau, assistant professor of modern languages, earned a master’s degree and PhD in francophone studies from the University of Louisiana. |
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Gregg Kirchofer, assistant professor of physical education, earned a bachelor’s degree in physical education and a master’s degree in school health education from the State University of New York at Cortland. He is also a PhD candidate in health sciences at the University of Toledo. |
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Marc LoGrasso, interim assistant professor of economics, earned a bachelor’s degree in economics and mathematics from Canisius College, and is a PhD candidate in finance (with minors in economics and accounting) at the State University of New York at Buffalo. |
Adjunct Orientation
New adjunct faculty took some time to get to know one another, as well as familiarize themselves with the college during adjunct orientation on Wednesday, August 20 in the Faculty Dining Room. From left to right: Cheryl Grinnen, secretary for personnel; Anthony Pridgeon, adjunct professor of education and Jennifer Skowron, secretary for personnel.
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Did You Know?
More than 20 Canisius student-athletes and coaches participated in the Empire State Games held in Buffalo from July 24-27. Men’s and women’s basketball, and men’s lacrosse games were held on the Canisius campus. |
CANISIUS KUDOS
Paterson Named Director of Creative Services
Jennifer Paterson BA '95, MS '01 has been named director of creative services. Formerly design and publication services, the department's name was changed to more accurately reflect the diversity of services it offers. She joined the publications team in April 1999 and was appointed assistant director of publications in 2001. Paterson will be responsible for managing the creative services department which creates printed materials for college marketing, fundraising, recruitment and promotion.
Previously, Paterson was creative services manager at the Buffalo Niagara Convention and Visitors Bureau and a production artist for Crowley Webb and Associates. She is a member of the alumni board of directors and former president of the Buffalo Niagara alumni association.
Paterson holds a bachelor's degree in communication studies, and sociology and anthropology and a master's degree in organizational communication and development, both from Canisius College. She succeeds Mary Lu Littlefield who retired in March 2003.
Marrone Honored with George M. Martin Advancement Award
Posing for a photo at the College Relations Advancement Dinner are (l-r): George M. Martin, special counsel to the president; Michael Marrone, director of development; and John Hurley, vice president for college relations.
Michael Marrone, director of development, is the recipient of the 2003 George M. Martin Advancement Award. Marrone accepted his award at the annual College Relations Advancement Dinner, for his impact on the college's advancement efforts. Most notably, this year Marrone led the division's Banner implementation and transition efforts with a great deal of professionalism and dedication.
Established in 1983 by George M. Martin, then executive vice president for administrative affairs at Canisius, the award is presented annually to a member of the college's advancement staff whose initiative, creativity and teamwork brings distinction to him/herself and the college.
Also honored at the college relations dinner were: Betsy Bohen, director of prospect research, Audrey Browka, assistant director of public relations, Sandy Maisano, secretary for college relations and Sally Guerin, secretary for campaigns for Canisius.
McCunney Named Associate Campus Minister
Dennis McCunney has been named associate campus minister for the Office of Campus Ministry. Before joining the campus ministry staff, McCunney worked in communications at Lutheran World Relief in Baltimore, MD and previously taught high school biology in Milwaukee, WI. He holds a bachelor's degree in philosophy from Loyola College and a master's of divinity from the Weston Jesuit School of Theology. |
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Students to Coordinate Music Ministry
With the departure of Joy Africano, associate campus minister for music and liturgy, two students, Liz Staley and Russ Petrus will be coordinating campus ministry music.
Karlis Named Administrator of DSS Office
Kathy Karlis has been named learning disability specialist and testing coordinator for the Office of Disability Support Services (DSS). Karlis holds a bachelor's degree in psychology and master's degree in counselor education from Canisius College. She will be filling in for Anne-Marie Dobies, director of disability support services, who will be on leave through the end of the fall semester. |
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Volonino Presents at AIS Conference
Dr. Linda Volonino, chair of the department of Information Services and director of telecommunications management, presented a tutorial on computer forensics and electronic evidence at the Association for Information Systems (AIS) annual conference in Tampa, FL. The mission of AIS is to advance knowledge of how the use of information technology can improve organizational performance.
In addition, Volonino's book, Principles and Practices of Informational Security, was recently published by Prentice-Hall.
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Did You Know?
The Department of Public Safety has two new patrol cars that were put into service at the beginning of August. Before hitting the streets for duty, the cars were blessed by Rev. Paul J. Dugan, S.J., public safety chaplain and alumni and moderator of athletics. |
CANISIUS IN THE NEWS
Canisius College’s expansion was featured in an article on the front page of the City and Region section of The Buffalo News on August 1.
The National Jesuit Student Leadership (NJSLC) held at Canisius from July 30 through August 3 was featured in articles in The Buffalo News on July 29 and August 2. Channel 2 ran a story on the NJSLC students participating in a community clean-up on August 2.
Dr. Michael Noonan, professor of psychology & biology, appeared with several of his students involved in Ambassadors for Conservation on Channel 4’s By The People program on August 17.
Martha Malkiewicz, adjunct professor of music, discussed the BPO Informally Formal concert series with Buffalo News reporter Mary Kunz. The article appeared in the August 15 Gusto section.
Maureen Millane-Rusk, assistant dean of external business programs, discussed non-profit organizations in the August 15-21 edition of Business First.
Dr. Michael Haselswerdt, associate professor of political science, discussed the mayor’s brochure on the city’s fiscal problems on Channel 4’s 6 p.m. newscast on August 18.
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Did You Know?
This year marks the 25th anniversary of the“Canisius and the BPO Connection” concert series. For more information on upcoming concerts, including the October 1 performance conducted by JoAnn Falletta, call the Fine Arts office at Ext. 2542 or click here to visit the ArtsCanisius Web site. |
PERSONNEL NEWS
Annual Nondiscrimination Policy Statement
Sexual orientation was added to protected classifications under New York State law, effective January 16, 2003. This individual characteristic, whether actual or perceived, cannot be used to make employment, education, credit or housing decisions in New York State. Other new categories added in recent years are genetic predisposition and carrier status, both of which protect medical privacy.
The full Canisius College Nondiscrimination Policy follows.
Canisius College does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, religion or creed, color, sex, national or ethnic origin, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran’s status, genetic predisposition, carrier status, or disability in administration of its educational policies, employment practices, admissions policies, scholarship and loan programs, and athletic and other school administered programs.
Canisius admits students of any age, race, religion or creed, color, sex, national or ethnic origin, sexual orientation, marital status, or veteran’s status to all rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the College.
It continues to be the policy of Canisius College not to discriminate on the basis of handicap. No person is denied employment, admission, or access solely because of any physical, mental, or medical impairment which is unrelated to the ability to engage in the activities involved in the education requirements or occupation for which application has been made.
August Employee Service Anniversaries
25 Years:
Dr. Dennis C. Duling, Professor/Religious Studies
Dr. Michael J. Gent, Professor/Management/Marketing
Dr. George F. Kermis, Assoc. Professor/Accounting
Dr. Peter M. Koehneke, Chair/Sports Medicine/Health & Human Performance
Dr. George M. Palumbo, Chair/Economics and Finance
Dr. Richard A. Shick, Professor/Economics and Finance
20 Years:
Frances Gray, Secretary/Political Science
Rev. Daniel P. Liderbach, S.J., Professor/Religious Studies
Dr. Jeffrey J. McConnell, Chair/Computer Science
15 Years:
Dr. Betsy M. DelleBovi, Assoc. Professor/Academic Development
Dr. Marianne Djuth, Chair/Philosophy
Walter J. Drabek, Director/Administrative Computing
Matthew H. Mulville, Assoc. Dean/Director of Residence Life
Dr. Gregory K. Reeds, Chair/Physical Education
Dr. Coral R. Snodgrass, Professor/Management/Marketing
Dr. Edward J. Szewczak, Professor/MCIS
Dr. Julia L. Wescott, Chair/Modern Languages
10 Years:
Dr. Janet M. Ferguson, Assoc. Professor/English
Dr. Lynn A. Fish, Assoc. Professor/Management/Marketing
Dr. Leonid A. Khinkis, Assoc. Professor/Mathematics and Statistics
Rev. Paul Nochelski, S.J., Chair/Graduate Education & Leadership
Connie M. Pileri, Asst. Director/Residence Life
Evangeline J. Powell, Dispatcher/Public Safety
5 Years:
Gordon F. Anthony, Jr., Director of Athletic Facilities
Dr. Patricia E. Erickson, Assoc. Professor/Sociology/Anthropology
James R. McDougall, Parking Services Assistant/Public Safety
Rajko Pavlicic, Housekeeper/Maintenance
Thomas M. Prince, Computer Support Specialist II
Dr. Mary E. Shea, Assoc. Professor/Education
Jennifer L. Zeh, Senior Assoc. Athletic Director
Welcome to:
Dr. Anne Barrau, Assistant Professor/Modern Languages
David A. Brajuha, Assistant Athletic Trainer
Michael Cammarata, Assistant Director/Counseling Center
Melissa Donato, Assistant Athletic Trainer
Carolyn Fahlbeck, Secretary/Communication Studies/OCD Program
Todd Hummel, Head Men’s Golf Coach & Athletic Ticket Manager
Barbara Herrick, Secretary/Center for Teaching Excellence
Dr. Gregg Kirchofer, Assistant Professor/Physical Education
Marc LoGrasso, Assistant Professor/Economics/Finance
Dennis McCunney, Associate Campus Minister
Jonathan Mercantini, Assistant Professor/History
Dr. Robert Nida, Associate Professor/Education
Matthew Nuesell, Assistant Athletic Trainer
Neil O’Donnell, Academic Skills Coordinator/COPE
Matthew Reitnour, Athletic Communications Assistant
Erin Robinson, Assistant Professor/Sociology/Anthropology
Dr. Margaret Stefanski, Assistant Professor/Modern Languages
Jill Szczesek, Associate Director of Admissions
Good Luck to:
Leslie Wise, Assistant Director/Development
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Did You Know?
Canisius College has been selected for inclusion in the 2003-2004 edition of Peterson’s Competitive Colleges. Canisius is the only Upstate New York, private, Catholic college to be included in the prestigious listing, which represents colleges that attract high-achieving students. |
LIS NEWS
Computer Lab Changes for Fall Semester
A number of changes took place in the computer labs over the summer. New software has been installed in all public campus computers. New computers have been installed in the Reger PC lab (OM115), Amherst computer lab, Koessler Mac lab (OM119) and the MIDI Lab (LY307), Chemistry Lab and the Video Lab in LY413. A new student dorm lab has also been installed in Campion Hall. The Bloomberg Financial Markets lab in Old Main will have additional computers installed early this fall.
All classroom Macintosh computers now have Mac OS X installed. Updated versions of all Mac software are now installed throughout the Mac labs. Please check it out before you take a class into a computer lab. It is very different and works much better. If you would like to switch to OS X in your office, please contact Scott Clark at Ext. 2467 or via E-mail at clarks@canisius.edu. PC based lab computers will continue to run Windows XP.
A new lab will be installed in LY122 to support the DMA program. This small lab will have 14 high-end Macintosh computers available to students, and a computer will be added to the teacher station. Card swipe access and new security will be added so that students enrolled in classes that meet in this room can use the facilities when classes are not in session.
More ITC upgrades for Fall 2003
It’s been a busy summer for the Media Center and ITS. In order to meet the ever-increasing technological demands of our faculty and students, several upgrades have been made to classrooms throughout the campus.
In Old Main:
- OM210 and OM310 have both been upgraded to Level 3 Instructional Technology Classrooms (ITCs) with the addition of permanent Windows computers at the teacher’s stations
- LCD projectors and screens have been mounted in OM305 and OM309, making those rooms more suitable for laptop computer presentations
- In OM400, the 25-inch multi-scan monitor formerly mounted in the corner of the room has been replaced with a new ceiling-mounted projector and screen
- The multi-scan monitor from OM400 has been recycled into seminar room OM409 so that laptop presentations are now possible
In Lyons Hall:
- LY122 has been upgraded from a Level 2 “Plug and Go” ITC to a full Level 4 Mac lab
- LY303 has been upgraded from a Level 2 ITC to a Level 3 room with a permanent Apple computer at the teacher’s station
- A DVD player has been installed in LY309
- Two slide projectors are now in LY313
The Koessler Athletic Center has also seen significant upgrades this summer:
- G19 has become a Level 3 ITC with a new LCD projector, resident Windows computer, VCR/DVD player and laptop connection
- G-20 is a Level 2 “Plug and Go” room with a DVD player added
- G-21 has upgraded its computer and control system, and added a DVD player
In other buildings:
- Health Science 207 has a new projector and HS-220 has added an Elmo visualizer and DVD player
- Horan-O’Donnell Science Building room 107 has a new visualizer and DVD player
- Churchill Tower room 207 has a new LCD projector for laptop connection
A complete list of classroom technology, please refer to the Instructional Technology Classrooms list being distributed in faculty mailboxes or click here for the Media Center Web site, www.canisius.edu/mediacenter. Room scheduling should be done through the Registrar’s Office at Ext. 2990.
Audiovisual Materials to be Lent Overnight to Students
In March 2003, the library began allowing students to check out videos, DVDs, CDs and audiocassettes overnight. Course Reserve materials are still Library Use Only, as well as all materials designated as Permanent Reserve. If you are a faculty member and want to place materials on Permanent Reserve, please contact Janice Newhard at Ext. 2930. Or, if you want to make a video available to your students, we advise placing the video on Semester Reserve. (Again, contact Janice Newhard at Ext. 2930 to do this). Click here for further information on library policies. Then click on “Periodicals Department Policy” to select the option you are interested in.
Are You Using Blackboard this Semester?
If you are an instructor, your courses will automatically be set up in Blackboard. When you login to Blackboard, they will be in the “My Courses” section, marked Unavailable. This means that only YOU can access it. When you are ready, make your course Available to your students:
- In the Control Panel, choose Course Settings
- Click Course Availability
- Set Course Availability to "Yes"
- Click Submit
For more information about using Blackboard, click here for the Bb FAQ and Checklist on the ITS web site.
Do you have questions, comments, or suggestions for articles you would like to see published in the LIS News? Please let us know: lis_comments@canisius.edu
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Did You Know?
The Media Center website contains a complete listing of all of the classrooms on campus including equipment lists, photos of classrooms, instructions for classroom use, and seating diagrams. Click here to visit the site. |