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
—Tickets still available for “The Governors’ New Jersey” on April 15

Brendan T. Byrne		Thomas Kean

Former New Jersey governors 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. For ticket availability, and to purchase single tickets, please call the box office at 973-720-2371 between 10:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m.; prices are $32 standard; $30 for senior citizens, William Paterson faculty, staff and alumni; $10 for William Paterson students; and $14 for students from other schools. The lecture begins at 8:00 p.m. in Shea Center on campus; parking is free. (More Information)

Music Scholarship Recipients to Perform in Midday Concert on April 14

Music scholarship recipients (l. to r., front) Michelle Sedlak, Bernadette Fersch, Paul McCullen, Anthony Lalumia; (l. to r., rear) April McCloskey, Carl Bolleia, Ashley Benson and Russell Tybus

Eight talented music students who are the recipients of the Tami Cotsakos ’71 Music Scholarship at William Paterson will perform in a special Midday Artists Series concert in Shea Center on campus on Thursday, April 14, at 12:30 p.m. (More Information)

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: In this photo of the campus taken in the 1950s, there is a body of water in the upper right hand corner which in 1998 became a part of the William Paterson University campus. What is the name of this body of water? a. Gaede’s Pond b. Oldham Pond Lou Poandl, director of physical plant operations, is the winner of the March 15 efocus contest. He is the first person to respond with the correct answer: the very first residence hall on campus was Pioneer Hall.

William Paterson University Presents One-Day Conference on Hispanic Acclimation into American Society

A one-day conference designed to provide a detailed history of Hispanics’ acclimation into American society and their future prospects and challenges, will be held by William Paterson University in Wayne on Friday, April 22 from 11:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. in the Martini Teleconference Center in Hobart Hall on the main campus. A reception and musical performance by Los Chantas Tango Trio Y Mario Barreiro will follow at 3:30 p.m. in Hobart Manor. (More Information)

Representatives from Anhui University Visit Campus

(Right to left) Dr. Lu Quinyi, executive vice chairman, Anhui University, President Arnold Speert and C.K. Leung, professor and chair of economics and finance

Administrators and faculty from Anhui University of Technoclogy and Science in China recently visited the campus as part of a tour of North American universities. One of the Universities first global partners, Anhui University is located in Hefei ("green ancient city"), the capital city of Anhui Province. Present at a dinner in the 1600 Valley Road building were Dr. Lu Quinyi, executive vice chairman, Anhui University; C.K. Leung, professor and chair of economics and finance; and President Arnold Speert.

William Paterson University Stages Sondheim Classic, Into the Woods, April 7 to 12

A scene from Into the Woods with (left to right) Ali Gleason (Little Red Ridinghood), Erin Zapcic (Witch), and Giulio Picolli (Cinderella's Prince)

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)

Zoom-In:
Screenings as a way to detect disease early are among the important issues of Cancer Control Month in April. A Q&A with Kathleen Scura, associate professor of nursing. She is presently engaged in nurse-directed prostate screening education programs for Hispanic and African-American men. Her past research has included HIV/AIDS in the elderly, and telephone support for men diagnosed with prostate cancer.

Q. How do health screenings prevent disease and why are they important?

Scura: If people get screenings early on in the progression of a disease, the chance of a cure is very high. Early on, treatment is less invasive and a cure can be established. Many people think that if they avoid screenings and don’t go to the doctor, they’ll be all right. The truth is that even if people don’t take advantage of the screenings, the disease progresses. Very often, the signs and symptoms of a disease in its earliest stages are silent. By the time they start to have symptoms, treating the disease is a more complicated issue.

Although there are many screenings available, the most important screenings include a blood pressure screening, which is simple, cheap and non-invasive, to check for hypertension which can lead to heart attacks and strokes. A finger stick blood test, to check blood glucose levels, can screen for people with diabetes, often a silent disease for years. A prostate screening for men to check for cancer is very important especially for African American men who should be screened at age 45. A yearly mammogram to check for breast cancer in women is important.

Many screenings are free. If you’re not sure where to go for screenings, call your town’s health department to find out where screenings are held. Other resources can be found on the Web. The American Cancer Society, the National Institutes of Health, and the Centers for Disease Control all have screening information on their Web sites. The important thing to remember is to get a screening, especially when you’re healthy and symptom-free.

University to Hold Charter Day Reception at Paterson Museum on April 20
—Event celebrates University's 150th Anniversary

Members of the University community are invited to commemorate the University’s founding at a special Charter Day Reception on Wednesday, April 20 from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. at the Paterson Museum, located at Two Market Street in Paterson.

The event, part of the University’s 150th anniversary celebration, offers an opportunity to reconnect with Paterson, where the institution was founded as Paterson Normal School in 1855, and where it remained until 1951 when it moved to the Wayne campus.

President Arnold Speert will make welcoming remarks. On display will be a portion of “Chronologies and Connections,” an exhibit of images and artifacts chronicling the evolution of William Paterson University. The exhibit was curated by Angela DeLaura, associate professor of art and is currently on view in the Ben Shahn Galleries until April 12. Also on view at the Charter Day reception will be a University timeline that features key dates in William Paterson history. The timeline was created by the University Archive Committee in recognition of the 150th anniversary.

Light refreshments will be served. Parking is available at the museum; there is additional parking across the street. Please RSVP to the President’s Office at x2222. Directions to the museum are available via the events link on the University’s 150th anniversary Web site at ww2.wpunj.edu/WP150.

American Democracy Project Celebrates Public Education

American Democracy Project committee members Djanna Hill (far left), secondary and middle school education, Kim Daniel-Robinson (second from right), First-Year Experience, and Christine Kelly (far right), political science, with civic engagement award recipients (left to right) Chris Conzen, Jeff Wakeman, Della Capers, Irene Sterling, April Virhuez, Faith Zahn, and Arlene Scala

The important role of public education in a democratic society was the focus of a series of events sponsored by the American Democracy Project on campus last month. On March 22, during an event titled “Honoring Commitment: Performance, Poetry, Politics,” civic engagement awards were presented to educators and students from the University and the local community for demonstrated commitment to civic engagement.

The community members honored were Irene Sterling, executive director of the Paterson Education Fund; Ysabel Casilla, teacher, BUILD Academy, Paterson; and Seiichi Villalona, an 8th grade student at the BUILD Academy, Paterson. University members honored were faculty member Arlene Scala, chair, women’s studies department; students Faith Zahn, who serves as Unity Chair of the Greek Senate, and April J. Virhuez, president of Alpha Kappa Alpha sorority; and staff members Della Capers, who serves as goodwill ambassador of the African and African American Staff Association; Chris Conzen, assistant director, Campus Activities and Student Leadership, and Jeff Wakeman, assistant director, Campus Activities and Student Leadership.

Jack Levin to Speak at William Paterson University About How Good Samaritans Can Reduce Crime

Ordinary citizens who act as good Samaritans and help reduce hate crimes and violence is the topic of a lecture to be presented by Jack Levin, an accomplished author and professor of sociology and criminology at Northeastern University, to be held at William Paterson University in Wayne on Tuesday, April 5 at 11 a.m. in the David and Lorraine Cheng Library Auditorium. (More Information)

William Paterson University Presents One-Day Conference on Teaching Asian Studies

A one-day conference designed to foster a deeper understanding of Asia and to promote Asian studies across the curriculum and in professional fields will be conducted by William Paterson University in Wayne on Friday, April 15, from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. in the Martini Teleconference Center in Hobart Hall on the main campus.

The conference, “Crossroads and Identities,” will feature morning and afternoon workshops, which include discussions on the economic, religious, artistic and political significance of the “Silk Roads” in linking European and Asian civilizations and the trials and tribulations that are currently affecting Tibet.

The conference is sponsored by the University’s Asian Studies Program in the College of Humanities and Social Sciences and the Center for Continuing Education and Distance Learning.

Registered conference attendees are eligible for five CEUs and a certificate. Registration fee is $40. For further information, contact Gabe Wang, associate professor and director of Asian studies, at 973-720-3410, email at wangg@wpunj.edu.

Student Achievements

Catherine Sohor, a senior majoring in political science, was named a Greek Leader of Distinction at the Northeast Greek Leadership Association conference held March 3 to 6 in Pittsburgh, PA. Sohor, who is president of the Greek Senate and a member of Theta Phi Alpha sorority, was one of 10 students selected for this honor from among 25 students at colleges from New England through Virginia. Criteria for selection include leadership, service to the University, service to her sorority, service to the Greek community, interest, ability and achievement in scholastic activities, and character and ideals exemplified through Greek membership.

President Arnold Speert (far left) and marketing and management faculty member Stephen Betts (far right) with College of Business students (left to right) Juan Caneo, Jessice Orozco, Samuel Kedala, Matthew Prail and Alex Valentin

Eight students from the University’s Society of Human Resource Management Student Chapter were involved in coordinating the first New Jersey Student Conference, “Bringing Students and Professionals Together,” on February 12 at the 1600 Valley Road building. The conference, which featured seminars and workshops on workforce readiness, global outsourcing, career counseling and other topics, drew 70 participants. The students, all undergraduates in the Christos M. Cotsakos College of Business, were Juan Caneo, Matthew Prail, Alex Valentin, Sam Kedala, Jessica Orozco, Matt Fins, Chris Grajewski and Julia Tsoi, assisted by faculty advisors Stephen Betts, an assistant professor of marketing and management; and Tom Roberts and Dick DeLuca, adjunct professors of marketing and management. In addition, Caneo and Prail will represent the group at the SHRM Northeast Regional HR Games Competition on April 8 and 9 in Buffalo, NY...Charleen Hunt, a senior majoring in biotechnology, won first prize for an undergraduate presentation at the 37th Annual Conference of the Metropolitan Association of College and University Biologists in November. The title of her presentation was “Investigating the function of an element that is necessary for autonomous plasmid replication in Trypanosoma brucei.” Hunt continues to work on the research project with Pradeep Patnaik, associate professor of biology.

Biology faculty members Jaishri Menon (second from left) and Pradeep Patnaik (far right) with award-winning biology students (left to right) Frank Militello, Darci Gresko and Charleen Hunt

Biology majors Darci Gresko, a senior, and Frank Militello, a junior, who conduct research under the direction of Jaishri Menon, associate professor of biology, received second place awards for their poster presentation at the 7th Annual Undergraduate Research symposium held at the University of Maryland at Baltimore in October…Three computer science students made a presentation at the 19th Annual Student Mathematics Conference at Moravian College on February 19. Gregory Brooks, a senior, spoke on “Three Dimensional Lighting with Increased Efficiency by Implementing Normal-Mapped Simulated Polygons.” Allyson Moran, a January 2005 graduate, and Robert Tavoularis, a senior, presented their computer graphics model titled “The Solar System.” Both projects will also be presented with posters at the St. Joseph’s University Research Symposium this month. The students are mentored by Judith Coomes, associate professor of computer science….Computer science students Dan Clark, Fatmata Davies and Daniel Farfan, members of the Computer Graphics Club, are organizing a summer camp in computer graphics and games for high school students to be held on campus this summer.

Computer science majors (left to right) Daniel Farfan, Gregory Brooks, Daniel Clark and Robert Tavoularis with computer science faculty member Judith Coomes.

Baseball Pleased After Playing First Game in New Wightman Baseball Park

	Dan Corrado

Coach Jeff Albies called it a “thrill,” while junior outfielder Pete Zaccheria said “the atmosphere was great.” Indeed, the first game at new Wightman Baseball Park on March 30 was a success, from the fans who vociferously cheered on their team to the Pioneers themselves who played inspired ball en route to recording a 14-8 victory over Union (NY) College. (More Information)

Baseball Look Ahead

Mike Rivera

The Pioneers (5-4) will face several challenges as they get into the heart of their New Jersey Athletic Conference schedule. A home league game against Ramapo on Friday, April 1, at 3:00 p.m., as well as a road game at Kean on Friday, April 8, at 3:00 p.m. and a doubleheader at Rowan on Saturday, April 9, at noon will surely test their mettle. Keep an eye on sophomore shortstop Mike Rivera (.516 average, .595 on-base percentage, 5 stolen bases), who has helped the Pioneers average 9.7 runs through nine games.(More Information)

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.

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 4
Rec Center: NCAA Basketball finals party. Free. For more information call the Rec Center at x2777.

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 5 - 10
Theatre: Proof, a Pulitzer Prize and Tony 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 5 - May 3
Rec Center: T'ai Chi Chuan, Sharon Hanks. Learn to relax, improve your balance and health, every Tuesday from 12:30 to 1:45 p.m., Wightman Gym C. The class is free. For more information call the Rec Center at x2777.

April 5 - May 5
Rec Center: Nice & Easy Aerobics. Get in shape with a basic level, low-impact aerobics/STEP class designed to improve physical fitness, coordination and balance. Class meets every Tuesday and Thursday from 5:00 to 6:00 p.m., Rec Center. Program fees are $2.00 per class or $30 for the semester. Contact the Rec Center at x2777.

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

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 8
Rec Center: 19th Annual Best Bench Competition preliminaries hosted by the Department of Recreational Services, Rec Center, from 12:30 to 2:00 p.m. Finals held April 28, 2005. This competition is open to students, faculty, staff and alumni. Pre-registration is required. For more information call the Rec Center at x2777.

April 11
Rec Center: Intramural Tennis Singles League. Fee: $3.00 per individual. Please pre-register at the Rec Center by Friday, April 8. For more information call the Rec Center at x2777.

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

4-on-4 Beach Volleyball Tournament: Outdoor volleyball court located by Century Hall. Please pre-register your team at the Rec Center by Monday, April 11. For more information call the Rec Center at x2777.

April 13, 20, and 27
Rec Center: An American Red Cross First Aid and CPR class will be held at the Rec Center on Wednesdays, from 7:00 to 10:00 p.m. (Participants must attend all sessions.) Learn the necessary skills for adult, child and infant CPR as well as how to respond in an emergency situation. Cost: $55 WPUNJ students/$65 faculty, staff, alumni/$70 community. Pre-registration is required. For more information call the Rec Center at x2777. Open to the public.

April 15
Distinguished Lecturer Series: Former New Jersey governors Brendan T. Byrne and Thomas Kean discuss the State of New Jersey, 8:00 p.m., Shea Center, x2371. (More Information)

April 16
Rec Center: Take a Hike. 11:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Meet at the Rec Center. Wear hiking boots and comfortable clothing (dress in layers). Please register by 4:30 p.m. Friday, April 15. Free. For more information, contact the Rec Center at x2777.

April 17
Catholic Campus Ministries: Confirmation Mass, 10:45 a.m., Chapel, followed by the 14th Annual Prince of Peace Brunch and Tricky Tray, noon to 3:00 p.m., La Neve's Restaurant, Haledon, NJ, x3524.

April 18 - 29
Rec Center: Walk for Fun and Fitness. Grab a friend and take a walk around campus. Prizes awarded. Registration is required. For more information drop by the Rec Center or call x2777.

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 22
Rec Center: Friday Night at the Rec "GET REC'D." Free. For more information call the Rec Center at x2777.

Campus Gardener's Group: Jan Saltiel, landscape architect from Edgewater Design, will discuss the tree-planting initiatives on campus, 12:15 to 1:15 p.m., Science Hall 319, for information email JamesA@wpunj.edu.

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.

April 30
Rec Center: Take a Hike. 11:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Meet at the Rec Center. (Weather permitting.) Wear hiking boots and appropriate comfortable clothing (dress in layers). Please register by 4:30 p.m. Friday, April 29. For more information, contact the Rec Center at x2777.

efocus April 1, 2005

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