William Paterson University to Host Conference on Terrorism

A two-day international conference designed to open a discussion about the global effects of terrorism on democracy will be held on April 13 and 14 at William Paterson University on the campus in Wayne. (More Information)

Author Talks About Success During Videoconference

Jack Canfield, author of Chicken Soup for the Soul

Jack Canfield, successful author of the famous series of books which started with Chicken Soup for the Soul, delivered a lecture on campus on February 15 that was inspirational yet also pragmatic as he encouraged those in the audience to pursue their dreams. He based his talk on his most recent book, The Success Principles, a book about how people can get what they want out of life by identifying goals, and then working to accomplish those goals. The lecture was a live videoconference produced by the Society of Success and Leadership for college students, and was part of a seven lecture series made available to the campus at the Martini Teleconference Center. The event was sponsored by Campus Activities and Student Leadership. The next lecture, to be videocast on March 29 at 7:45 p.m. will feature Stephen Covey, author of the book The Seven Principles of Highly Effective People.

150th ANNIVERSARY TRIVIA CONTEST Editor’s Note: This Trivia Contest is part of the University’s 150th Anniversary celebration. There will be one question per issue dealing with the history of the institution. Responses should be sent to the efocus mailbox at efocus@wpunj.edu. The first correct response will be declared the winner and will receive a prize. Only one prize will be awarded per issue. Answers will be published in the next issue. This month we are publishing a photo for identification: Q: The University is currently building two new residence halls to house the growing number of students who wish to live on campus. Can you name the very first residence hall on campus? 1. White Hall 2. Pioneer Hall 3. Hillside Hall 4. The Towers Georgette Klemchalk Lentz ’68 , adjunct professor of mathematics, is the winner of the March 1 efocus contest. She was the first person to respond with the correct answer: The professor processing paperwork during registration circa 1960 is John Rosengren. “Dr. John Rosengren taught me ‘Plant and Animal Biology’ in Spring 1965. He was an absolutely fantastic and fabulous professor!!! He taught us well and held the ‘education bar’ very, very high!” she says.

Saxophonist Joe Lovano Joins the William Paterson University Jazz Ensemble for Jazz Room Series on April 17 at 4:00 p.m.

Joe Lovano, a Grammy Award-winning saxophonist, will perform with the William Paterson Jazz Ensemble at William Paterson University in Wayne on Sunday, April 17 as part of the winter 2005 Jazz Room Series. (More Information)

William Paterson University To Hold Annual Writer’s Conference

Linda Gregg, a renowned poet and author, will be a special guest at William Paterson University’s annual Spring Writer’s Conference on Saturday, April 9. The event will be held from 9:15 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. in the Atrium and Hunziker Wing on campus. (More Information)

William Paterson University To Hold Annual Small Business Procurement Expo On Friday, April 15

Members of the William Paterson community are invited to attend the University’s Annual Small Business Procurement Expo on Friday, April 15 in the Rec Center on campus. More than 60 small business representatives will display their services from 10:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. (More Information)

William Paterson University Stages Opera Workshop on April 13 and 14

Scenes from operas by Jacques Offenbach, Rossini, Giancarlo Menotti, Massenet and Johann Strauss will be performed by members of William Paterson University’s Opera Workshop on Wednesday, April 13 and Thursday, April 14. (More Information)

William Paterson University Presents Tony Award-Winner, Proof, From April 5 To 9

William Paterson University in Wayne will present a production of Proof, David Auburn’s drama, from April 5 to 9 in the Hunziker Black Box Theatre on campus. “Proof” was the 2001 Tony Award winner for best play and won the 2001 Pulitzer Prize for drama.
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William Paterson University Stages Sondheim Classic, Into the Woods, April 7 to 12

The William Paterson University Performing Arts Theatre Series presents Into the Woods, a bewitching modern classic musical by Stephen Sondheim and James Lapine, at Shea Center for Performing Arts on campus from April 7 to 12. (More Information)

American Democracy Project at William Paterson University to Celebrate Public Education with a Series of Events March 22 to 30
—Performances and lectures to focus on role of public education in a democracy

A series of events designed to celebrate and highlight the important role of public education in a democratic society will be held at William Paterson University in Wayne from March 22 to 30. The events, part of the University’s year-long celebration of its 150th anniversary in 2005, are sponsored by the American Democracy Project of William Paterson University, part of a nationwide initiative by the American Association of State Colleges and Universities (AASCU) that seeks to increase civic engagement levels of U.S. students attending public colleges and universities in the 21st century. All events are open to the public. (More Information)

BP Lubricants USA Inc. Donates Funds to Establish Mary Thompson Memorial Scholarship for Students at University’s Russ Berrie Institute for Professional Sales

BP Lubricants USA Inc. has donated $60,000 to William Paterson University’s Christos M. Cotsakos College of Business in support of faculty research, scholarships, and ongoing programs including the creation of the Mary Thompson Memorial Scholarship for students enrolled in the University’s Russ Berrie Institute for Professional Sales.(More Information)

Peter J. Meola, chief executive officer of BP Lubricants USA (left) with Richard Morales (center), first recipient of the Mary Thompson Memorial Scholarship, and Tony Carter, associate director of William Paterson University’s Russ Berrie Institute for Professional Sales.

Former Governors of New Jersey Brendan T. Byrne and Thomas Kean Will Discuss the State of New Jersey at William Paterson University’s Distinguished Lecturer Series on April 15

Two former governors of New Jersey, Brendan T. Byrne and Thomas Kean, will present an evening devoted to a subject in which they have immense experience--The State of New Jersey--on April 15 as William Paterson University concludes its Distinguished Lecturer Series for the 2004-2005 season. (More Information)

Tickets, which are still available, are $250; faculty and staff are encouraged to attend with a discounted ticket of $200. For reservations, call Meredith McCarthy, Institutional Advancement, at 973.720.3847. (More Information)

Eleanor Roosevelt Scholar to Speak at William Paterson University

Eleanor Roosevelt, America’s First Lady for four administrations in the 1930s and 1940s and a political activist and a champion of human rights, is the topic of a lecture by scholar Blanche Weisen Cook on April 7 at William Paterson University in Wayne. (More Information)

Hobart Manor Recital Series Continues on April 3

The Hobart Manor Recital Series continues with a performance by violinist Soo Yeon Kim and pianist Aaron Wunsch on Sunday April 3 at 5:00 p.m. in historic Hobart Manor located on the campus of William Paterson University in Wayne.
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Vance Gilbert, Ellis Paul and Jill Sobule to Perform at William Paterson University

Vance Gilbert, a renowned guitarist and songwriter, Ellis Paul, a folk songwriter and Jill Sobule, a famed singer and songwriter, will present an evening of contemporary acoustic music at William Paterson University’s Shea Center for Performing Arts in Wayne on April 16 at 8:00 p.m. (More Information)

Achievements

Of Thee I Sing, a collection of poetry by Timothy Liu, English, has been selected as Book of the Year, Poetry, by Publishers Weekly…Elaine Lorenz, art, has been awarded a $75,000 commission from the New Jersey Meadowlands Commission to create a site-specific sculpture for DeKorte Park at the New Jersey Environmental Center in Lyndhurst. Her work, titled Earth Spiral, will consist of an 18-foot ascending spiral labyrinth of leaning concrete forms containing earth and juniper bushes. Her work will be the first in a planned sculpture garden there…A film by Gina Guerrieri, communication, tied for first place in the short film category of the 2005 United States Super 8 Film and Digital Video Festival held in February at Rutgers University. The 12-minute film, titled A Close Call, will be screened in April at the 38th Annual WorldFest in Houston and the New River International Film Festival in Blacksburg, Virginia, and at the FirstGlance 8 Philadelphia Film Festival in May…Ming Fay, art, will present a site-specific installation at the Kresge Gallery at Ramapo College from April 1 through May 6. Titled Ramapo Garden of Desire, the installation will feature jungle-like sculptures based on plant forms suspended from the ceiling…Vincent Parrillo, sociology, has been named the Robin M. Williams Jr. Distinguished Lecturer for 2005-2006 by the Eastern Sociological Society (ESS). He is the first scholar ever selected from New Jersey for this honor. Parrillo will present two lectures on campuses in the ESS region during his term of appointment.

Clegg Earns All-American Honors Twice at NCAA Swimming Championships

Kristin Clegg

Junior Kristin Clegg is now a five-time All-American after finishing among the Top 16 at the NCAA Division III Swimming and Diving Championships held March 10-12 in Holland, MI. Clegg earned a medal by finishing seventh in the 100-yard backstroke while also placing 14th in the 200-yard backstroke. Previously, she was a 2003 All-American in the 200-yard backstroke and a College Swimming Coaches Association of America Academic All-American in 2003 and 2004.

Baseball Look Ahead

After completion of their spring trip to the Clearwater (FL) Invitational, the Pioneers (1-3) will play six of their next seven games at renovated Wightman Park. Senior catcher Anthony Mazzo (.563, 2 HR, 9 RBI) will be one to watch when his team takes on national powers Rensselaar Polytechnic Institute on Friday, March 25, at 1:00 p.m. and SUNY Cortland on Saturday, March 26, at 11:30 a.m. (doubleheader).

Softball Look Ahead

Liz Sisca

Sophomore designated player Liz Sisca (.500, HR, 6 RBI) has continued the strong hitting that made her the 2004 NJAC Rookie of the Year as the Pioneers (3-1), ranked No. 21 in Division III, have looked impressive early. They will finish play at the Rebel Spring Games in Kissimmee, FL, before opening play at home on Wednesday, March 23, against Wilkes University at 3:00 p.m.

Welcome to efocus Update

efocus Update is a forum for all faculty and staff wishing to post notices of events for the University community, and replaces our e-mail newsletter WPUpdate.  Please send your e-notices
of events to efocus@wpunj.edu for publication every two weeks.

March 16
WPUNJ Toastmasters: Theme: St. Patrick's Day, 5:30 p.m. to 6:45 p.m., College Hall 312, x3021.

March 20 -25
Catholic Campus Ministries: Holy Week: Palm Sunday Masses on March 20, 10:45 a.m and 7:30 p.m., evening Mass featuring the OLV Gospel Choir; March 24, Holy Thursday Mass, 7:30 p.m.; March 25, Good Friday Mass, 7:30 p.m.; March 26, Easter Vigil, 7:30 p.m.; March 27, Easter Mass, 10:45 a.m. only, CCM Chapel, next to Gate #1, Haledon, x3524.

March 22
AFT Local 1796: Meeting, 12:30 p.m., Raubinger 01, light lunch will be served, x2988.

March 23
Lunch and Learn Series: "Lighten Up Your Workplace" with Karen Nowosad, a light-hearted approach to the topic of having fun at work, 12:00 to 1:00 p.m., bring lunch and a friend, no registration required, Paterson Room, David and Lorraine Cheng Library, x3555.

March 31
Job Fair 2005: Opportunity Fest, 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., featuring a new session, "Breaking into the Entertainment Industry," from 10:00 a.m to 11:00 a.m., Recreation Center, x 3604.

March 30
WPUNJ Toastmasters: Speak Out, 5:30 p.m. to 6:45 p.m., College Hall 312, x3021.

April 3
Hobart Manor Recital Series: 5:00 p.m., Aaron Wunsch, piano, Soo Yeon Kim, violin (Mae and Fletcher Fish Young Artist competition 2004 Winner), $35 admission includes wine and cheese reception, $20 recital alone, Hobart Manor, x2371.

April 5
Lecture: Jack Levin, "Ordinary People; Extraordinary Courage: Preventing Hate Crimes on Campus and in Society," 11:00 a.m. to 12:15 p.m., all students and staff are invited, Cheng Library Auditorium, contact Peter Stein at x3429 or email Steinp@wpunj.edu.

April 6
WPUNJ Toastmasters: Theme: New Beginnings, 5:30 p.m. to 6:45 p.m., College Hall 312, x3021.

April 5-10
Theatre: Proof, a Pulitzer Prize andTony award-winning drama by playwright David Auburn, is a compelling story that reveals the good, the bad, and the unknown, April 5 to 9, 8:00 p.m., April 10 at 2:00 p.m., tickets $10/$7, Hunziker Theatre, x2371.

April 7- 12
Theatre: Into the Woods, Grimm fairy tales take a musical turn; music and lyrics by Stephen Sondheim, book by James Lapine, April 7, 8, 9, 11 at 8:00 p.m.; April 10 at 3:00 p.m.; April 12 at 12:30 p.m., tickets $15/$12/$8, Shea Center, x2371.

April 13
Opera Workshop: Fully staged scenes from major operas, directed by Stephen Bryant, Shea 101, admission $6 standard, $5 senior citizens, x2371.

April 20
Philosophy: Annual Lecture on Tibetan Buddhism, Tibetan lamas will speak on aspects of Buddhist thought, 2:00 - 3:15 p.m., Atrium Auditorium Y144, Marie Friquegnon, Dept. of Philosophy, X3031.

WPUNJ Toastmasters: Theme: April Showers, 5:30 p.m. to 6:45 p.m., College Hall 312, x3021.

April 28
Forum on the Quality of Life on Campus: Sponsored by the Faculty Senate and Office of the Provost, 12:30 to 1:45 p.m., Science 200A, wahrmanm@wpunj.edu.

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