Daylong Conference to Teach Educators How to Use Art and Technology to Teach About Asia To be Held on April 10

A conference for teachers that is designed to help them integrate information about Asia into their elementary and secondary classrooms using art and technology will be held at William Paterson University on Thursday, April 10.


Three Students Win Awards in Vote! 2008 Poster Contest

Corey Schamble

Corey Schamble, a senior from Wanaque majoring in graphic design, has been named the first place winner in the Vote! 2008 Poster Contest sponsored by the campus chapter of the American Democracy Project in collaboration with the Art Department and the Ben Shahn Galleries.  Schamble’s winning poster will be reproduced for distribution on campus in the fall.

Clark Terry Performs with Students and Faculty at the Legendary Blue Note Jazz Club

A number of William Paterson University jazz students and faculty performed with jazz master Clark Terry as members of the Clark Terry Big Band during the band’s performances at New York’s legendary Blue Note jazz club during the week of February 19-24.

Pictured at the Blue Note stage are (from left to right): Mrs. Gwen Terry, Whitney Slaten (a senior music major), David Demsey, corrordinator of jazz studies, Cameron Mac Manus, M.M. ’05, Clark Terry, Marcus McLaurine, an adjunct faculty member, Shawn Baltazor ’06, Roxy Coss ’08, and Brain McCarthy, M.M. ’07. Also performing, but not pictured is adjunct faculty member David Rogers

News Notes

Ming Fay artwork

A 30-foot tall work by Ming Fay, art, called “Jungle Tango,” is part of a show “Back to the Garden,” on exhibit in Flushing, Queens now through April 26 at Crossing Art. The piece is made from mixed materials: wire, foam, papier-mache, and paint.

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Music Industry Executives and Global Defense Company Honored During 18th Annual Legacy Award Gala on April 5
—Mulgrew Miller, renowned pianist and director of jazz studies, to perform with William Paterson Jazz Orchestra, conducted by Professor David Demsey

Two prominent music industry executives and one of the country’s premier global defense aerospace companies will be honored during a music-filled evening as the William Paterson University Foundation hosts its 18th annual Legacy Award Gala on Saturday, April 5, 2008 at The Villa at Mountain Lakes.

At the event, the Alumni Association will present the Distinguished Alumni Award and Faculty Service Award.

New Exhibits in Ben Shahn Galleries

“Currents,” the annual national juried art exhibition sponsored by Studio Montclair, joins “Primary,” an exhibit featuring four artists who use the medium of drawing, in Ben Shahn Galleries from March 24 through April 22. A reception for the exhibits will be held on Sunday, March 30, from 3:00 to 5:00 p.m.

Gallery hours are Monday through Friday, 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Admission is free.

Artist Opens Women’s History Month Celebration on Campus

A lecture on art and women’s role in the arts was the topic of a lecture held on March 3 at the opening ceremony of Women’s History Month. At the ceremony were (left to right) Librada Sanchez, director of the Women’s Center on campus; Deborah Frizzell, assistant professor of art; Jane Dickson, who gave the lecture; and Happiness Akaniro, a student.

Upcoming Theatre and Music Events

Pilar Rioja

Pilar Rioja, known worldwide as the Queen of Spanish dance, will perform on Friday, March 28 at 8:00 p.m. On April 10, seven music students who are the recipients of the Tami Cotsakos ’71 Music Scholarship will perform in a special Midday Artists Series concert at 12:30 p.m. in Shea Center. "Alexander Who is Not, Not, Not, Not Going to Move,” a children's favorite for ages pre-K through grade 5, will be staged on Sunday, March 30 at 2:00 p.m. Women's concerns are explored in "Talking With," a play by Jane Martin, from March 25 to 30 at the Hunziker Black Box Theatre. William Paterson will premiere "Margot Frank: The Diary of the Other Young Girl,” a new musical, from April 9 to 14. All events unless otherwise noted will be held in Shea Center.

In Memoriam

Peter S. Spiridon		Ana M. Gomez

It is with great sadness that we mourn the passing of two members of the University community, Peter S. Spiridon, vice president emeritus for administration and finance, and Ana M. Gomez, assistant professor of history.

Softball to Open Home, NJAC Seasons March 29

Diana Schraer

The William Paterson softball team will begin its home slate, and open New Jersey Athletic Conference (NJAC) play, with a doubleheader against Rutgers-Newark Saturday, March 29, at 1:00 p.m. at the Pioneer Softball Field.  William Paterson owns a 9-5 record, including a 7-5 mark at the Rebel Spring Games in Kissimmee, Fla., March 15-21.

Women’s Basketball Reaches NCAA Tournament for Second Straight Year

The William Paterson women’s basketball team (20-7) competed in the NCAA Tournament for the second straight year, falling in the first round.  The Pioneers won the New Jersey Athletic Conference’s North Division title with an 11-2 record.

Mike Guadango

The William Paterson baseball team (9-6) will begin New Jersey Athletic Conference (NJAC) play Friday, March 28, hosting New Jersey City at 3:00 p.m.  The Pioneers recently returned from a nine-game trip to the Greater Phoenix (Ariz.) Invitational March 14-21, posting a 6-3 record.

Women’s Basketball News

Johnson, Pellichero Earn All-NJAC Laurels

Men’s Basketball Falls in NJAC Final Nail-Biter, 67-66

The William Paterson men’s basketball team (19-7) saw its season come to an end with a 67-66 loss in the New Jersey Athletic Conference Tournament final.  The Pioneers won the NJAC’s North Division with a 10-3 league record.

Men’s Basketball News

Ouedraogo, Spiegel Earn All-NJAC Awards