Internationally Recognized Scholar to Give Annual Jefferson Lecture at William Paterson University

Ralph Ketcham, professor emeritus, Syracuse University, and an internationally recognized scholar of early American history, will present the 19th annual Abram Kartch/Thomas Jefferson Lecture at William Paterson University in Wayne on Wednesday, May 7. (More Information)



University Sponsors Gala Event for Staff

In an effort to recognize the more than 500 classified employees (clerical and administrative support staff, custodial and maintenance workers, and security and police officers) who assist the institution in meeting its mission of student success through service excellence, the University will hold a gala event as the SS William Paterson embarks on a special cruise.

"Charting the Course for Academic Success through Service Excellence" will sail on May 21 from 3:00 to 6:00 p.m. in the Valley Road Building Cafeteria and Terrace which will be temporarily transformed into a cruise ship to fit the theme of the celebration.
Guests will have the opportunity to visit a casino and play various card games, listen to a steel band, enjoy lawn games and be entertained by clowns, musicians and Karaoke. Refreshments will be served.

"The annual recognition event is a thank you on behalf of the president and the provost for the completion of another successful academic year," says Rafael Valentin, associate vice president, human resources. "This year we decided to do something different. A committee of 45 faculty, directors and support staff is coordinating the entire event from publicity to organizing entertainment and fund raising. Everyone should come and have a real good time."

For additional information, call x2887 or e-mail curryg@wpunj.edu.

Two New Honor Societies Formed on Campus



Madhuri Mukherjee

The College of Humanities and Social Sciences added two new honor societies as students majoring in French and Francophone studies and Spanish were inducted into established national honor programs.

University students who have an overall grade point average of 3.0 or higher are eligible to be inducted into the honor societies.

Fourteen students enrolled in French and Francophone studies were inducted into the Nu Theta chapter of Pi Delta Phi, the National French Honor Society. Madhuri Mukherjee, assistant professor, languages and cultures, is the French honor society advisor.

The Phi Etta chapter of Sigma Delta Phi, the National Collegiate Hispanic Honor Society, inducted 18 Spanish students into the chapter. Maria Tajes, assistant professor, languages and cultures, is the Spanish honor society advisor.

University Celebrates 177th Commencement on May 21

William Paterson University in Wayne will hold its 177th commencement on Tuesday, May 20, 2003 at 10:30 a.m. on Wightman Field on campus. The rain date is Wednesday, May 21, also at 10:30 a.m. Eileen Scott, CEO of Pathmark Stores, Inc. and a 1976 graduate of William Paterson, to give the commencement address. Sr. Patricia Daly, social justice activist, and George Tice, internationally acclaimed photographer, to receive honorary degrees. (More Information).

Annual Earth Day Celebration

Brian Scheuble, Chris Wells, and Gregg Kahn were among the students who helped to plant bulbs in the Peace Garden, dedicated to the memory of Dr. Neil Grant, located in front of the Science Building.



Reminder: Legacy Award Dinner is May 10

There is still time to reserve tickets for the 13th Annual Legacy Award Dinner and Silent Auction, to be held on Saturday, May 10 at The Hilton at Short Hills.

The event, which recognizes the achievements of alumni, corporate and community leaders, and faculty, is hosted by the William Paterson University Foundation and benefits the Foundation’s Scholarship Fund. Tickets are $225. For reservations, call Andrew McKay, assistant director for special events and stewardship, at x2825.



William Paterson University Hosts 22nd Annual National History Day for New Jersey Students
--University President Arnold Speert to Receive Award

Students in grades six through 12 from New Jersey public and private schools will participate in this year’s New Jersey National History Day competition on Saturday, May 3 at William Paterson University in Wayne. (More Information).

Carmina Burana to be Performed at University on May 6

The William Paterson University Chorus and the William Paterson University Chamber Singers will present a spring concert featuring Carl Orff’s "Carmina Burana" on Tuesday, May 6 at 8 p.m. in the Shea Center for Performing Arts on the University campus in Wayne. (More Information).



Nursing Administrators Speak at Alumni Lecture Series



The University’s Alumni Association sponsored a lecture on April 10 featuring Toni Fiore ’76 (right), executive vice president, for patient care and chief nursing officer at Hackensack University Medical Center (HUMC), and Stephanie Goldberg ‘81 (second from left), vice president, nursing, HUMC. With them are University President Arnold Speert (right), and Julie Bliss, chairperson of the Department of Nursing. They spoke about the importance of nursing in today’s healthcare environment.

Baseball Coach Albies Notches Career Win No. 775

Jeff Albies

Jeff Albies added another accomplishment to a career full of them on Monday, April 28, when he captured career win No. 775 as William Paterson defeated New Jersey City, 23-14. Albies, in his 29th year as Pioneers’ coach, is among the Top 10 active Division III coaches in victories.
(More Information)

Kszepka Captures NJAC Softball Player of the Week Honor

Sam Kszepka

Senior pitcher/designated player Sam Kszepka, the reigning New Jersey Athletic Conference Player of the Year, captured the NJAC Player of the Week award on April 21. She batted .421 with a homer and nine RBI, while going 2-0 and allowing just two hits in 12 shutouts innings for the week ending April 20.

Softball Look Ahead

Senior middle infielders Pam Migliaccio (.368, 23 R) and Katie Morris (.304, 11 2B, 3 HR, 15 RBI) will try to lead the No. 2 Pioneers (23-9-1, 12-5-1 NJAC) past No. 3 Montclair State in the first round of the NJAC Tournament on Thursday, May 1, at Ramapo College in Mahwah. The tournament champion earns automatic entry into the NCAA Division III Tournament. Senior right-hander Diane Catalano (9-4, 1.31 ERA) has been one of the team’s most consistent pitchers down the stretch.

Baseball’s Graham Sets Career Doubles Record

Senior right fielder Bryan Graham became William Paterson’s all-time leader in career doubles when he hit his 51st in a doubleheader against The College of New Jersey on April 27. He eclipsed the previous record of 50, set by Paul Bumbaco from 1993-96. (More Information)

Baseball Look Ahead

Ron Hayward

William Paterson (20-12, 8-7 NJAC) is looking to win its first New Jersey Athletic Conference Tournament since 1997 when the No. 4 seed plays No. 1-seeded Rowan on Friday, May 2, at Yogi Berra Stadium on the campus of Montclair State University. The winner of the NJAC Tournament earns an automatic bid into the NCAA Division III Tournament. Senior center fielder Ron Hayward (.404, 38 R, HR, 22 RBI, 26 SB) is making a strong case for All-American and All-Mid Atlantic Region honors, as is senior right fielder Bryan Graham (.456, 33 R, 13 2B, 3 3B, 3 HR, 36 RBI).



Track and Field Look Ahead

The Pioneers will compete in the New Jersey Athletic Conference Championship Meet on Saturday, May 3, at Richard Stockton College in Pomona before taking part in the Eastern Collegiate Athletic Conference Championships at Springfield (MA) College on Saturday, May 10. Sophomore Lisa Welch has excelled in the shot put and discus and hammer throws for the women’s team, while the men’s team has been led by junior Brad Gatens (distance running) and freshmen William Bradley (weight throws) and Michael Carrero (javelin throw).

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Employee Art Wanted for Recognition Reception: A Wall of Art to showcase our employees' creative talents will be set up for every one to see on the deck of the SS William Paterson as it sails on Wednesday, May 21, 2003 at 1600 Valley Road. The art and entertainment committee is actively seeking works by William Paterson University employees to be exhibited during the Employee Recognition Reception. If you or one of your co-workers have an artistic passion and would like to submit a piece for the exhibit please call Diane Casella at x3594 or reply via e-mail casellad@wpunj.edu for further details.

May 1
Friends of the David and Lorraine Cheng Library Lecture and Book Signing, Chris Hedges, NY Times Reporter/ war correspondent, 7:00 p.m., Library Auditorium, free to all students and members of the Friends of the Library; $4 For WPUNJ faculty & staff; $5 for all others
For information & directions please call x2113.

Department of Recreational Services: Annual Spring Aerobics Superclass, 4:45-6:00 p.m., Rec Center. Admission is FREE! Prizes will be awarded at the end of class. For more information call x2777.

Department of Recreational Services:17th Annual Best Bench Competition will be held at the Rec Center from 12:30-2:00 p.m. Preliminaries held April 11-25, 2003. This competition is open to students, faculty, staff and alumni. Pre-registration is required. For more information call x2777.

Through May 2
Walk for Fun and Fitness! Do you walk on your break or lunch hour? 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.

May 3
Department of Recreational Services: Attention all lifeguards! Lifeguard Training Review course, Wightman Gym Pool, 8:30 am-6: 30 p.m. An opportunity to update your skills. The course will include CPR for the Professional Rescuer and First Aid. Participants must be currently certified in order to attend. Cost: $65 WPUNJ Students/$75 Faculty/Staff/Alumni/$80 Community. Pre-registration For more information call x2777.

May 4
Week of the Young Child: A free concert for young children and their families, 2:00 p.m., in Shea Center. William Paterson University is celebrating the Week of the Young Child with a concert for young children, featuring Nelson Gill, internationally acclaimed children's musician and winner of the Parent's Choice Award.  His music invites audience participation and includes Caribbean rhythms, Reggae, and Calypso, presented in English and Spanish.  Co-sponsored by the WPU Alumni Association, the TQE Grant, and Kappa Delta Pi.  For more information, email strasserj@wpunj.edu or seplochah@wpunj.edu.

Catholic Campus Ministries: Annual Crowning of Mary at 10:30 a.m. and 7:30 p.m. Masses,
student volunteers will be honored at the evening Mass, followed by a Appreciation Night reception....bring your friends! CCM Chapel x3524.



May 6
The William Paterson University Choir and William Paterson University Wind Ensemble, conducted by Stephen Bryant, will present Carmina Burana by Carl Orff at 8:00 p.m., Shea Center for the Performing Arts. Admission is free.

The Child Development Center Annual Recognition Day: A day set aside to celebrate the children of the Center, their accomplishments, and their families for saying formal good-byes. Drop by and participate in the celebration of these amassing children. 11:30 a.m., Hunziker Wing Room 35, x2529.

Language and Cultures Faculty/Student Lecture Series: La identidad nacional en la obra de Fernando Ortiz", by Dr. Enrique Pumar, Sociology Department, and "Amor y clases sociales en 'La Gitanilla' de Miguel de Cervantes" by Marbel Tamayo, Machuga Student Center 324-5, x2516.

May 7
Department of Recreational Services: CPR for the Professional Rescuer Review class will be held at the Rec Center, 6:00-10:00 pm. Participants must be currently certified as American Red Cross CPR for the Professional Rescuer or as American Heart Association Healthcare Provider. Cost: $15 WPUNJ Students/$25 WPUNJ Faculty/Staff/Alumni/$30 Community. Pre-registration is required. For more information call x2777. Open to the public.

May 14
Department of Recreational Services: Automated External Defibrillation (AED) Training will be held at the Rec Center, 5:30-8:30 p.m. Participants must be currently certified as American Red Cross Adult CPR or CPR for the Professional Rescuer or as American Heart Association Healthcare Provider. Cost: $35 WPUNJ Students/$45 WPUNJ Faculty/Staff/Alumni/$50 Community. Pre-registration is required. For more information call x2777. Open to the public.

May 21
Office of Human Resources: The SS William Paterson: "Charting the Course for Academic Success through Service Excellence," a carnival-like celebration for support staff will be held at the Valley Road Building Cafeteria and Terrace, which will be temporarily transformed into a cruise-ship to fit the theme of the celebration. Time: 3:00 to 6:00 p.m. Sponsors, donations and door prizes would be greatly appreciated, as would any volunteers who may include greeters to the event, card dealers, musicians, and talent — everything that would make this event a success. For information, call x2887 or e-mail curryg@wpunj.edu.

June-July
Summer Boy's Baseball Camp: Dates for this year are June 30 - July 3, July 7-July 10, July 14-July 17, July 28 -July 31. For additional information or a copy of the brochure please contact Jose Rebimbas at x2170.

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