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GANNON UNIVERSITY
FACULTY-STAFF NEWS
Dawna Torres Mughal,
Ph.D., RD, LDN, FADA, associate professor and director of the Gannon
University Dietetics Program, was among the members of the American
Dietetic Association selected to attend its first Leadership Institute,
held Feb. 19-22 in Tucson, Ariz.
Participation in the Leadership Institute, an intensive certificate
training program in the theory and practice of leadership in dietetics,
was limited to fewer than 500 of ADA’s nearly 70,000 members nationally.
The American Dietetic Association, based in Chicago, is the world’s
largest organization of food and nutrition professionals. The ADA promotes
sound nutrition, health, and overall well-being.
Mughal is a member of the ADA’s Nominating Committee. She has been active
locally in community service, has served in leadership positions in
several professional organizations, and is a graduate of the Gannon
University Leadership Erie Program.
Laurie Bednar,
technical manager in the Gannon Office of Admissions, will represent the
university at the annual Datatel Users’ Group Conference, to be held March
14-17 in Washington, D.C.
Datatel, Inc., headquartered
in Fairfax, Va., is a provider of information management solutions and
professional services for higher education institutions. The conference
allows the company’s clients to share ideas, network with other members,
and develop their professional skills.
At the conference, Bednar
will join officials from Liquid Matrix (Buffalo, N.Y.), the company which
last fall completed a redesign and upgrade of the university’s web site.
She will participate in a presentation in the Enrollment and Student
Services track in which Gannon’s award-winning web site (www.gannon.edu)
will be used as a demonstration of effective e-recruitment initiatives.
David Tobin, Ph.D.,
assistant professor, counseling psychology program, has been selected to
serve on the executive boards of two of the divisions of the Pennsylvania
Counseling Association: the Pennsylvania Association for Counselor
Education and Supervision (PACES), and the Pennsylvania Association for
Spiritual, Ethical, and Religious Values in Counseling (PASERVIC). He has
completed his first year on the PASERVIC board.
In addition, Tobin recently
learned that he was selected for a three-year appointment as a manuscript
reviewer for the Journal of the Pennsylvania Counseling Association.
He also has presented his
research at a number of professional conventions and conferences,
including last August’s annual Convention of the American Psychological
Association in Toronto.
Gong Chen, Ph.D., P.E.,
associate professor, mechanical engineering, has been named a Fellow of
the American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME).
The designation of Fellow is
conferred upon ASME members with a minimum of 10 years of active
engineering practice who have made “significant contributions to the
profession,” according to the organization, based in New York City.
Chen earned a bachelor’s
degree from Xian Jiaotong University, and a master’s degree and doctorate
from the Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute in Troy, N.Y.
The American Society of
Mechanical Engineers is a 120,000-member organization focused on
technical, educational and research issues of the engineering and
technology communities. The society conducts one of the world’s largest
technical publishing operations, holds numerous conferences
internationally, and annually offers hundreds of professional development
courses.
Monsignor Richard J.
Sullivan has begun a three-year term as a member of the Gannon
University Board of Trustees.
Sullivan has served as
pastor of St. Andrew Church in Erie since February of 1996.
A long-time educator, he
was a member of the Gannon faculty from 1958-96 and was secretary of the
school’s faculty senate. He taught theology and also was the university’s
director of Campus Ministry and director of the graduate program in
pastoral ministry.
Sullivan attended Gannon
from 1950-52 and earned his bachelor’s and master’s degrees from Saint
Bonaventure University. A native of Johnsonburg, Pa., he was ordained to
the priesthood on May 15, 1958.
He is a past
recipient of the Big Brothers/Sisters Award.
OUR EVENTS
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Now through March 19
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Gannon University Schuster Gallery: Featuring the “Vision of
Hope” exhibit, which showcases the work of the Stairways Behavioral
Health staff, students, clients, and board members. The Gallery is
located on the third floor of Nash Library and is open during regular
library hours.
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Tuesday, March 16
– GUSSA
Tea. Offered from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the Founder's Room on the
third floor of Nash Library.
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Wednesday, March 17
– Get
Rec'd: Alcohol-free St. Patrick's Day celebration for students.
Offered from 7 p.m. to 11:30 p.m. at the Carneval Athletic Pavilion.
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Thursday, March 18
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Northwest Student Tech Expo: The expo, sponsored by the Technology
Council of Northwest PA, will be held from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the Yehl
Room. Gannon is among the event exhibitors. Also: Gathering in Praise: “Women Inspiring Hope & Possibility,” will be
offered at 11 a.m. in the Chapel. Part of the events for Women's History
Month.
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Friday-Saturday, March
19-20
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Alex Clemente Fundraiser:
Gannon University's Schuster Theatre will present Myths and Hymns.
Will benefit the performing and related arts. Both shows will begin at
7:30 p.m. at the Theatre. Also: Awakenings Retreat: For more
information contact Steve Washek at ext. 7435.
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Saturday, March 20
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Gannon Family Day: Bring your child/children to campus for fun and
entertainment. A number of activities are planned from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m.
in Hammermill. The Quizzo Trivia Game Show is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. in
the Yehl Room, and at 8:30 p.m., Brother Bear will be shown in
Zurn 104 (admission $1.50). Call APB at ext. 7766 for more info.
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Tuesday, March 23
– “Yoga
for Health”: with Michael Plasha. Offered at 11 a.m. in Palumbo room
3200. Part of the events for Women's History Month.
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Saturday, March 27
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International Night: Scheduled for 6 p.m. in the Yehl Room. Tickets
are $12 for adults and $6 for students and are available at the Waldron
Center Information Desk. Call ext. 7624 for more information.
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“Our Events”
is intended to serve as a random sample of campus events.
For a more complete listing, refer to Eventcal.
OUR FOLKS
Sympathy extended: please remember all in your
prayers as we regretfully announce the death of:
Prayer requests/update:
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Prayers were requested for Thelma Meacci, mother of Dr. Chuck Meacci,
professor, physical therapy. Thelma has been admitted to Allegheny
General Hospital.
- Prayers were requested for Katherine Martin, mother of Marilyn Rositer,
coordinator, commuter services/REAP. Katherine will be undergoing tests.
CURRENT BIRTHDAYS
Doug Brougham. Sue Grippe. Renee Lamis. David
Johnson. Michael Messina. John Seifert. Thomas Monagan. Lori Grossholz.
Joe Weindorf. Rose Digello. David Smith. Rick Hammar. Deb West. Robert
Litz. Stephanie Domitrovich. Miles Vida. Susan Sapone. Joanne Darling. Al
Wojtalik. Robert Sparks. Vahid Motamedi. Mary Todd. Marilyn Rositer. Emily
Gunter. Susan Heintz. Dolores Corsi. Donald Gunter. John Guelcher. Ginny
Caldwell. Robert Nelsen. Mary Moodey. Julie Wolfe.
THE PRESIDENT'S SCHEDULE
Monday, March 15 –
Hamot Heart Institute Reception. Wednesday, March 17
– Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education Accreditation site visit
(March 17-19).
Thursday, March 18 – Student Tech Networking Expo,
sponsored by the Tech Council of Northwest Pennsylvania; Gathering in
Praise; Leadership Erie Luncheon with Representatives of the U.S. Secret
Service; Student Hour.
Friday, March 19 – Civic Coordinating Committee Meeting; Alex Clemente
Fundraiser.
DID YOU
KNOW?
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The Gannon
University Support Staff Association recently assisted the American
Cancer Society by taking orders for its Daffodil Days Sale. The
Support Staff Association would like to thank the Gannon Community for
its support. Sales to employees totaled $1,225, which exceeded the goal
of $1,000. Families of Gannon students participated by ordering flowers
and arrangements totaling $1,516. A total order amount of $2,741 was
achieved. Thanks to all who supported the event.
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Gannon University's annual International Night
celebration will be held Saturday, March 27, starting at 6 p.m. in the
Yehl Room. The event features a dinner buffet with foods from at least
15 different countries as well as music and dancing. Tickets are $12 for
adults and $6 for students and can be purchased at the Waldron Center
information desk.
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Special thanks to Gannon colleagues for their
assistance with recent media interviews. Antoine M. Garibaldi, Ph.D., on March 9 did an interview with Bo Koltnow of WICU-Channel
12. Garibaldi discussed Gannon University's economic impact on downtown
Erie, including the university's Erie Technology Incubator. Donna
Dalton, Ph.D., provost and vice president for academic affairs, did an
interview with the Erie Times-News in which she commented on the
recent decision by the Erie Catholic Diocese to introduce multiage
classrooms in some of its schools.
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Gannon University is the 17th-largest employer in
Erie County, in terms of number of employees. The information is
according to
“Erie
2004,”
which ran as part of the Sunday, March 7 edition of the Erie
Times-News. GE Rail (formerly Transportation Systems) tops the list,
followed by Erie Insurance. The source for the statistics is the state
Department of Labor and Industry. Debra Steiner, director of the Gannon
Small Business Development Center (SBDC), was interviewed for an article
in the section. Also featured in the article was David VanAmburg,
whose company, MutualGravity, won the recent $25,000 Business Plan
Contest, sponsored in part by the Gannon SBDC.
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Faculty and staff are invited to nominate for the Reverend Charles Drexler Award
a graduating senior who embodies the Mission of the Office of University
Chaplain. One graduating female and one
graduating male student will be chosen who most exemplify “faith
development … celebrated in worship, supported by human community, and
expressed in service.” In nominating a senior, you will honor the memory
of the late Rev. Charles Drexler, who served Gannon for 25 years
prior to his death in 1998. Nomination forms are due by Wednesday, March
17.
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Please encourage your students to attend the
Northwest Student Tech Expo on Thursday, March 18. The event will run from 10
a.m. to 4 p.m. in the Yehl Room. Gannon is the host and will be among
the exhibitors. The expo will allow students to get a first-hand look at
recent technological innovations as well as efforts in promoting the use
of technology.
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The 2004 Faculty Awards
Convocation will be held at 3 p.m. on Friday, April 2, in the Yehl
Room. Awards to be presented include the Distinguished Faculty Award,
Undergraduate Faculty Research Award, Excellence in Teaching Award, The
Bishop Trautman “Feed My Sheep” Award, Retirement, and 25 Years of
Service Awards. A reception will follow.
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