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Conference on Globalization to be Held
at University
—Mary Robinson, former president of Ireland, and Jan Kavan,
president of the 57th U. N. General Assembly, are keynote speakers
Mary Robinson, the former president of Ireland
and United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights, Jan Kavan,
president of the recently concluded 57th United Nations General
Assembly, and a number of prominent academics will address the effects
of globalization on the individual during a two-day conference at
William Paterson University in Wayne on October 30 and 31. Admission
is free and open to the public. (More
Information)
University Included
in First Edition of Best Northeastern Colleges
William Paterson University is one of 135
colleges and universities selected for the first edition of The
Best Northeastern Colleges, a new book published by The Princeton
Review which showcases the top schools in eight states: Connecticut,
Massachusetts, Maine, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Rhode
Island and Vermont. Selection was based on meeting the criteria
for academic excellence within its region, and feedback from an
anonymous survey of students.
The guide features a profile of the University with information
and data on admissions, financial aid, student body demographics
and academics. It also includes extensive and candid feedback from
William Paterson students surveyed by The Princeton Review on topics
such as academics, campus life and the student body.
According to the book, "…most students are fair in their
assessments that although some areas need improvements, the perks
shouldn’t be overlooked: ‘diversity of students,’
‘passionate faculty,’ and ‘financial value.’…Because
WPU is a large school, professors waste little time on disinterested
students. For students who show the moxie, ‘teachers eat up
the ambition…and have the ability to give an educational experience
that seems…real.’ Go-getters discover that their professors
are ‘people who you can talk to after class, during the week,
or even call them at home.’ And if students start sliding
behind in class and don’t feel comfortable contacting the
instructor, ‘academic support services are excellent.’"
University Launches
New Advertising Campaign
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example of the three print ads in the new ad campaign. There
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The University’s new advertising campaign,
designed to support recruitment and the University’s image,
begins this month with a television commercial, billboards, and
newspaper ads. The new tag line – "William Paterson University.
Live It. Learn It." – focuses on the University’s
unique educational offerings that combine classroom learning with
real-world experiences.
Cable television spots and billboards will be concentrated in the
University’s five feeder counties – Bergen, Essex, Morris,
Passaic and Union. Print ads, primarily in higher education supplements,
will be visible statewide in The Star-Ledger, as well as
in north Jersey newspapers. The television ad will be shown on Cablevision,
Comcast and Patriot systems on stations ranging from MTV to ESPN
to News 12 New Jersey. Newspaper ads will run throughout the year
while the TV ad and billboards will be displayed in October and
November 2003, and February and March 2004.
The ads feature William Paterson students who answered a casting
call earlier this year. Both the television commercial and the photos
for the print ads and billboards were shot on campus during the
summer.
The campaign was developed by The Sawtooth Group, a Woodbridge-based
advertising agency, under the supervision of the University’s
Office of Marketing and Public Relations.
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Former
Ambassador Dennis Ross Opens the Distinguished Lecturer Series on
October 3
Ambassador Dennis Ross, a highly skilled
diplomat, negotiator and scholar, presents the first lecture of
the University’s 24th season of the Distinguished Lecturer
Series on Friday, October 3 at 8 p.m. in Shea Center. Ross will
also meet with a group of political science students during an informal
session at 4:30 p.m. in Hobart Manor.
Ross, a point man in both the Bush and Clinton administrations,
was responsible for exploring all approaches to settling the ongoing
Arab-Israeli conflict in the Middle East, and has been credited
with managing the peace process through crises and stalemates. Currently,
he is the director and Ziegler Distinguished Fellow of the Washington
Institute for Near East Policy. His book, The Missing Peace,
which tells the inside story of efforts to negotiate peace over
the last decade and outlines key lessons to be drawn from that experience,
will be published this year.
A limited number of tickets may be available at the Shea Center
Box Office; for information call x2371.
Music, Theatre and Fairy
Tales on Campus in October
Dan Bern
Throughout October, an assortment of arts
events will be presented on campus. The
Hobart Manor Concert Series begins on October 5 with a performance
by pianist Aaron Wunsch. Boy
Gets Girl, Rebecca Gilman’s popular and thought-provoking
drama, will be presented in the Hunziker Black Box Theatre from
October 17 to 25. On October 17, folk-rocker
Dan Bern presents his acoustic melodies in Shea Center. A collection
of singalongs, presented by The Pushcart Players, includes a rendition
of "Little
Red Riding Hood and Other Stories," to be held on October
18.
Cultural
Explosion Returns to William Paterson University as Part of Latin
Heritage Month’s Opening Ceremony Performance
The Caribbean dance troupe, Cultural Explosion, will kick off the
University’s month-long observance of Latin Heritage Month
during opening ceremonies on October 2. Other events include a lecture
by Carmelita Tropicana, a Cuban-born writer/performance artist/actress,
as well as several other lectures and musical performances. (More
Information)
Third Annual Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender,
Intersex and Ally Conference to Be Held on October 10
The Third Annual Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender,
Intersex and Ally Leadership Conference will be held at William
Paterson on Friday, October 10 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Louise Sullivan-Blum,
author and associate professor of English and creative writing at
Mansfield University in Pennsylvania, will deliver the keynote address
at the conference, which is titled "Embracing Diversity, Creating
Change." (More
Information)
Homecoming Set for October
18
William Paterson University will celebrate Homecoming and Family
Weekend on Friday, October 17 and Saturday, October 18, 2003. Alumni
and members of the local community are invited to participate in
a variety of events hosted by the William Paterson Alumni Association,
including a Homecoming Fair and Unity Jam, and to root on the Pioneer
football team as it squares off against conference rival Montclair
State. (More
Information)
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Cindy Cohen Appointed New Associate Director
of Athletics
Cindy Cohen, a respected athletic administrator and coach, has been
named associate director of athletics at William Paterson University.
Cohen will support the daily operations of the University’s
17 intercollegiate programs. She will supervise staff, handle scheduling
and travel arrangements and will be responsible for compliance and
eligibility. She had been the associate director of athletics at
the University of Rochester from July 2000 to August 2003.
(More
Information)
Field Hockey Duo Captures NJAC Weekly Awards
The William Paterson University field hockey program reaped the
rewards of a 6-0 start when two of its players earned weekly honors
from the New Jersey Athletic Conference. Junior goalkeeper Kelly
Harchetts was named Defensive Player of the Week, while Brandi Kavaliauskas
captured the Rookie of the Week award. (More
Information)
Volleyball Renames High School Tournament; Will Donate Proceeds
to Make-A-Wish Foundation
The William Paterson University volleyball
program has renamed its high school volleyball tournament in honor
of slain Fair Lawn police offer MaryAnn Collura and will donate
a portion of the proceeds to the Make-A-Wish Foundation.(More
Information)
Richardson Sets Football Career Receptions
Record
Senior wide receiver Bryant Richardson became
the all-time receiver at William Paterson by catching three passes
in the Pioneers' 26-12 season-opening loss to Delaware Valley, giving
him 111 in three-plus seasons.
(More
Information)
Volleyball Look Ahead
The Pioneers (9-7, 3-1 NJAC) appear to have
found their way after recent comeback wins over Montclair State
(Sept. 18) and Kean (Sept. 23). Led by senior setter Deni Sobieck
(9.19 assists per game) and sophomore outside hitter Lauren Shears
(5.10 kills per game), they will host NJAC power Rowan (Tuesday,
Oct. 7, 7 p.m.) and quality non-conference foe CCNY (Thursday, Oct.
9, 7 p.m.) before traveling to New Jersey City (Tuesday, Oct. 14,
7 p.m.).
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Field Hockey Look Ahead
Despite a tough loss to The College of
New Jersey, ranked No. 4 in the nation, on Sept. 25, the Pioneers
(6-1, 0-1 NJAC) feel they proved they can play with anyone nationally.
Junior midfielder Cheryl Naurath (2 goals, 5 assists) continues
to show why she is one of the New Jersey Athletic Conference’s
top all-around players, while senior Krista Hinshillwood (9 goals,
5 assists) and freshman Brandi Kavaliauskas (10 goals) both rank
among the Division III leaders in scoring. William Paterson will
travel to Kean on Thursday, Oct. 9, in search of its first NJAC
victory.
Football Look Ahead
The Pioneers (1-3) are looking to freshman quarterback Darrell Russian
(416 yards passing, two touchdowns) and senior middle linebacker
Paul Wolford (team-high 30 tackles) as they open their New Jersey
Athletic Conference schedule. The Pioneers travel to Kean (Saturday,
Oct. 4, 1 p.m.) to open their conference slate, before returning
home to host The College of New Jersey under the lights (Friday,
Oct. 10, 7 p.m.).
Men’s Soccer Look Ahead
The Pioneers (2-4-1, 0-1-1) are hopeful
they can start their playoff push even though an arduous schedule
awaits them. Their next four games come against teams ranked nationally
or regionally: at No. 8 Montclair State (Wednesday, Oct. 1, 3 p.m.),
2001 Division III national champion Richard Stockton (Saturday,
Oct. 4, 7 p.m.), Arcadia (Wednesday, Oct. 8, 7 p.m.) and Kean (Wednesday,
Oct. 15, 7 p.m.). Sophomore goalkeeper Izzy Sema (1.04 GAA) has
been solid thus far.
Women’s Soccer Look Ahead
Although six teams make the NJAC Tournament,
the Pioneers (5-3-1, 1-1-1 NJAC) are in position to challenge for
a high seed depending upon how they fare in upcoming games. They
face two big tests when they host Montclair State (Wednesday, Oct.
1, 7 p.m.) before traveling to Richard Stockton (Saturday, Oct.
4, 3 p.m.). Senior forward Erin Finn (6 goals, 14 points) leads
the team in scoring, while sophomore goalkeeper Meaghan Koppel (1.07
GAA) has posted a shutout in all but one of the team’s victories.
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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.
Now through November 12
Office of Special Adult Programs:
We are in need of completed gift baskets (wrapped) for giveaways
for our 6th Annual Senior Citizen’s Thanksgiving Dinner, to
be held on Saturday, November 15, 2003, from 11:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Each basket is to be equal in value (up to a $25 limit). We are
looking for any type of basket you would like to donate, whether
it be goods, toiletries, paper goods, accessories, or any type of
merchandise appropriate for a male/ female. All baskets are due
in the College Hall Board Room by no later than Wednesday, November
12. For further information, please call Valerie C. Marino, x3804.
Now through October 17
Ben Shahn Galleries:
South Gallery: Art Dept. Faculty Exhibit, Drawing; East Gallery:
Rocco Scary: "Paper and Fire"; Court Gallery: "Objects
of Power," from the University's African Collection; Gallery
hours 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., on view through October 17, x2654.
October 1- 3
Catholic Campus Ministries:
Novena in honor of St. Therese, 12:30 p.m.
Mass,
followed by a covered dish reception on Friday, October 3, CCM Chapel
x3524.
October 2
Department of Chemistry:
Professor Alexander Grushow, Rider University, “Creating Student
Engagement in Learning Chemistry,” 12:30 - 1:50 p.m., Science
433. (More
Information)
October 5
Catholic Campus Ministries: Latino
Night, the first of the Universality Masses, 7:30 p.m., followed
by music and refreshments, CCM Chapel x3524.
Jazz Room Series: Mob's Jazz Orchestra
featuring Bill Mobley; "Sittin' In" Meet-the-Artist session,
3:00 p.m., Shea 101, admission $12 standard, $9 non-William Paterson
students (limit two per ID), senior citizens and William Paterson
community. Free for William Paterson students on day of performance
only, 2 per ID, 4:00 p.m., Shea Center x2371.
October 10
Women's Center: Third
Annual Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Intersex, and Ally
Leadership Conference, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Machuga Student Center
Ballroom, "Embracing Diversity, Creating Change," featuring
keynote speaker Louise Sullivan-Blum, x2946.
October 12
Jazz Room Series:
Lewis Nash Trio; "Sittin' In" Meet-the-Artist session,
3:00 p.m., Shea 101, admission $12 standard, $9 non-William Paterson
students (limit two per ID), senior citizens and William Paterson
community. Free for William Paterson students on day of performance
only, 2 per ID, 4:00 p.m., Shea Center x2371.
October 14
Women's Center:
Sandra Ramos will speak on domestic violence, lunch served, 12:30
p.m., Machuga Student Center Ballroom, x2946.
October 15
Women's Center: Love Your Body Day,
Film: Real Women Have Curves, 7:00 p.m., Hunziker Wing
101, refreshments will be served, x2946.
October 19
Jazz Room Series:
Two Generations of Saxophonists, Part 1: Bob Mintzer with the William
Paterson University Jazz Ensemble; "Sittin' In" Meet-the-Artist
session, 3:00 p.m., Shea 101, admission $12 standard, $9 non-William
Paterson students (limit two per ID), senior citizens and William
Paterson community. Free for William Paterson students on day of
performance only, 2 per ID, 4:00 p.m., Shea Center x2371.
October 21
AFT Local 1796: Meeting: Executive
Board Officers & General Local Council meeting, 12:30-1:45 p.m.,
Machuga Student Center 203-205, x2988.
Chemistry and Physics: Cecilia
Marzabadi, Department of Chemistry, Seton Hall University, “The
Preparation and Reactions of Bicyclic and Ring Expanded Carbohydrate
Derivatives,” 12:30-1:50 p.m., Science 433. (More
Information)
Languages and Cultures Faculty/Student Lecture
Series: Dr. Ming Jian, Languages and
Cultures Department, "In Search of Sincerity and Authenticity:
Gao Xingjian’s Fiction"(in English); Joan M. Kirk, Spanish
Program,"Las raices de las relaciones fracasadas en ‘Los
ojos verdes’ y El monte de las animas’ de Becquer"
(in Spanish); 12:30 p.m., Machuga Student Center 213, ext. 2516.
October 23, 2003
Continuing Education Series:
"Up to Date Treatment of Myocardial
Infarction," Susan Jackson, EdD, CCRN, Morristown Memorial
Hospital, 7:00 - 9:00 p.m., Hunziker Wing 101, ext. 3511.
October 25, 2003
High Mountain Symphony at William Paterson
University: Pianist Aaron Wunsch on
piano performs De Falla's Nights in the Gardens of Spain.
The program will also include Bernstein's Overture to Candide,
Bartok's Rumanian Folk Dances and Respighi's Pines
of Rome, Paul Hostetter, conductor, 8:00 p.m., Shea Center.
Tickets are $25 standard, $20 for seniors, $8 for 17 and under.
To order tickets, call the Shea Center Box Office, ext. 2371
October 28, 2003
Chemistry and Physics: Martin
Rocek, Department of Physics, Stony Brook, NY, “What is String
Theory, and Why is It Interesting?” 12:30-1:50 p.m., Science
433. (More
Information)
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Managing Editor: Barbara E. Martin
Associate Editors: Brian Falzarano
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