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Nine faculty members were honored for their outstanding achievements in scholarship/creative activity, teaching and service during the third annual Faculty Recognition Luncheon held on May 15 in conjunction with the University’s 184th commencement ceremonies.
Rory Kennedy, one of the nation’s most prolific independent documentary filmmakers, was the speaker for the Women’s Leadership Conference on May 2. Kennedy discussed the challenges for women as media producers, filmmaking as a vehicle for social change, and the importance of philanthropy. Her talk was interspersed with clips from several of her documentaries, including her 2007 film, Ghosts of Abu Ghraib. The conference provides women with an opportunity to network and learn about leadership from women in a variety of business settings.
Provost and Senior Vice President for Academic Affairs Edward B. Weil (left) accepts a plaque on behalf of the University from Charles Hardy (right), author of Cowboy in Caracas: A Personal Account of Venezuela’s Democratic Revolution, who gave a lecture at the University on April 24. The plaque is a gift from Funde Arte, the arts foundation for the City of Caracas. The plaque is a representation of a large mural painted by Ecuadorian muralist Gustavo Pavel Eguez which hangs on a building in Caracas. It depicts the journey of Simon Bolivar, the liberator of South America, and his companion, Manuela Saenz. As part of our traditional commencement report, we feature faculty and staff who have earned their degrees from William Paterson University and also include family of faculty and staff who graduate. Below are graduates who participated in the University’s 184th commencement on May 15. There is a solid team of support behind Melissa S. Gomez, the daughter of Elsie Melendez, principal clerk typist, admissions, who earned a degree in psychology this spring.
"Uncertainty and Insecurity in the New Age" is Focus of Italo-American Conference Concerns about terrorism, economic stability, interethnic conflicts, and maintaining a national identity and culture in the face of global homogenization are among the topics that will be explored at the fifth Italo-American Conference to be held from May 17 to 19.
William Paterson to Participate In Innovation Partnership Institute William Paterson University is participating in a statewide consortium of education, business and workforce development partners that will seek to better prepare students for careers in the biotechnology and pharmaceutical industries.
Science students from different disciplines and various colleges and universities in the tri-state area participated in the First Annual Undergraduate Research Symposium on April 21 on campus. The event featured two poster sessions, and a keynote address by Louis Terracio, associate dean, School of Dentistry, New York University. |
Newark Mayor Cory Booker, who has won national attention as a fervent community activist who is determined to bring reform to Newark, urged the graduates at the University’s 184th commencement on May 15 to speak out against injustice and serve as an inspiration to others. "Stand up. Because the world needs you. It needs your uniqueness, it needs your honor, it needs your love," said Booker. "Stand up so that other people are inspired to stand with you."
Alumni Association Names Outstanding Senior Karen Ellis, a May 2007 graduate of William Paterson with a bachelor’s degree in political science, magna cum laude, has been named the 2007 recipient of the Alumni Association’s Outstanding Senior Award. This year marks the fiftieth anniversary of the annual award, which is based on high academic standing, strong involvement in extracurricular activities, demonstrated leadership ability, and service to the University. Ellis was one of 23 students nominated for the award.
A semester-long campus initiative to garner support for the victims of the Darfur region of Africa has successfully raised almost $5,000 for the Save Darfur Coalition. The WPU Save Darfur Committee sponsored a series of events, including Spring into Action Week ’07, which sought not only to raise money, but to increase awareness of the dire situation in the war-torn country.
Blue Note CEO Speaks to Music Management Students
The 27th season of the University’s Distinguished Lecturer Series came to a close on May 4, 2007 as Steve Adubato, a renowned television broadcaster and the host of One on One with Steve Adubato, interviewed Deborah T. Poritz, retired chief justice of the New Jersey Supreme Court, during an event that had been rescheduled from March 16 due to inclement weather. The event was taped for future airing on public television and cable outlets. During the taping, Adubato asked questions about several famous cases over which Poritz presided including Boy Scouts of America et al vs. James Dale, which dealt with whether the Boy Scouts could expel a gay troop leader. “The sad truth is that excluded groups and individuals have been prevented from full participation in the social, economic and political life of our country,” Poritz said. “The human price of this bigotry has been enormous. At a most fundamental level, adherence to a principle of equality demands that our legal system protect the victim of invidious discrimination." University Offers New Bachelor's Degree in Athletic Training William Paterson University has expanded its undergraduate degree programs to include a bachelor of science degree in athletic training, beginning in the fall 2007 semester. |
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The William Paterson softball team finished its 2007 campaign with an overall record of 24-15 and a 10-8 mark in New Jersey Athletic Conference (NJAC) play. The Pioneers reached the third round of the NJAC Tournament, including a 5-4, nine-inning upset of No. 4 Montclair State on the Red Hawks’ home field.
The William Paterson baseball
team (19-15-2, 6-11-1 NJAC) finished its season with three consecutive
victories, including a doubleheader sweep of No. 24 Ramapo, 22-1 and
12-5, April 28. Other Baseball News … Three Pioneers Receive All-NJAC Baseball |
The William Paterson University Department of Intercollegiate Athletics held its annual Senior Athletic Awards Banquet April 30. Thirty-seven four-year seniors were honored for their contributions to Pioneer Athletics.
Other Softball News … |
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