Tuesday, January 29, 2008

Quote of the Day
"The greater the difficulty, the more the glory in surmounting it."
- Epicurus

Topics of the Day
01. SCDC to Present Workshop: "Dress for Success"
02. CEO Program to Hold Workshop Tonight: "Leadership Styles"
03. CoAS to Present Dean's Seminar "Mindfulness and Acceptance: New Developments in Cognitive Behavior Therapy"
04. Information Session with Integra LifeSciences
05. Westphal College to Present Lecture: "The Art of Lee Miller"
06. Nanotechnology Institute to Host Lecture on Nanodiamonds Today
07. The iSchool Colloquium Series: "Participatory Libraries"
08. Drexel Winter Shuttle Loop
09. Drexel Commuters Offers Free Breakfast
10. IMLS Fellowships for Doctoral Studies Available at The iSchool at Drexel
11. Pool Tournament at Ross Commons
12. Drexel News media Watch

 
SCDC to Present Workshop: "Dress for Success"

The Steinbright Career Development Center will present a workshop "Dress for Success," Thursday, January 31, 2008, from 4 to 5 p.m. in MacAlister Hall (33rd and Chestnut Streets).

First impressions count. Students with job interviews coming up can learn about workplace attire that would help them look professional and command trust and respect. All students are welcome to attend.

Sara Canuso of "A Suitable Solution" will be on hand to share her experience working with a variety of professionals in all career fields.

For more information, call Bill Felty at 215-895-2606 or email: bill.felty@drexel.edu

Approved under the authority of Philip Terranova, Vice President for University Relations

 
CEO Program to Hold Workshop Tonight: "Leadership Styles"

The Creating Excellent Organizations (CEO) program will offer a workshop, "Leadership Styles" today, January 29, 2008, from 6 to 7:30 p.m. in room 2020 of MacAlister Hall (33rd and Chestnut Streets).

This workshop takes an in-depth look at the four main leadership styles that have been understood as early as in Hippocrates’ (above left) discussions of the four humours and in Plato’s ideas about character and personality; continuing through the analysis of psychologist Carl Jung (above right) and currently measured in the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator test.

Through interactive games, tasks, and leadership assignments, each of the four leadership styles will be reviewed in depth including how one learns to act within a preferred leadership style while appreciating the contributions of others.

These free workshops are designed for student organization leaders and members. For more information, visit http://www.drexel.edu/studentlife/ceo.

Approved under the authority of Philip Terranova, Vice President for University Relations

 
CoAS to Present Dean's Seminar "Mindfulness and Acceptance: New Developments in Cognitive Behavior Therapy"

The College of Arts and Sciences Dean's Seminar Series will present "Mindfulness and Acceptance: New Developments in Cognitive Behavior Therapy," on Wednesday, January 30, 2008, from 3:30 to 5 p.m. in room 109 of Disque Hall (32nd Street between Market and Chestnut Street).

Dr. James D. Herbert (above), associate dean, CoAS, professor of psychology and director of the Anxiety Treatment and Research Program at Drexel University, will discuss promising new developments in psychotherapy that blend traditional practices with a focus on mindfulness and acceptance.

A large amount of empirical literature supports the effectiveness of cognitive therapy programs for a wide-range of psychological problems, including depression and anxiety disorders. However, recent data has raised fundamental questions about how it works, and has set the stage for the development of new approaches that challenge some of the central assumptions of the model. Preliminary data suggest that these new approaches, which blend elements of traditional cognitive therapy with a focus on mindful acceptance of distressing experiences, hold considerable promise for the treatment of a wide-range of psychological difficulties.

This event is free and open to students, faculty and staff.

Complimentary refreshments will be served.

For more information, contact Amy Weaver at 215-895-2593 or amw55@drexel.edu.

Approved under the authority of Philip Terranova, Vice President for University Relations

 
Information Session with Integra LifeSciences

Integra LifeSciences Corporation will hold an information session on Wednesday, January 30, 2008, from 5 to 6 p.m. in the University Club on the sixth floor of MacAlister Hall (33rd and Chestnut Streets).

Integra LifeSciences Corporation is a world leader in developing and marketing high-quality surgical instruments, as well as innovative devices and products for use in neurosurgery, reconstructive surgery, general surgery and soft tissue repair.

In 2006, Integra grew revenues by more than 50 percent and surpassed $1 billon in market capitalization. In the past three years, Integra LifeSciences was named to the Forbes 200 "Best Small Companies" list and has recently been named 2007 Medical Device Manufacturer of the Year by Medical Device & Diagnostic Industry magazine.

The company is currently seeking professionally-oriented students committed to learning to join the company in its expanding entry level and summer intern opportunities. These positions are located at the company’s corporate headquarters in Plainsboro, New Jersey.

For more information, contact Rebecca Stoneberger at rls43@drexel.edu or 215-895-2394.

Approved under the authority of Philip Terranova, Vice President for University Relations

 
Westphal College to Present Lecture: "The Art of Lee Miller"

The Department of Art and Art History in the Antoinette Westphal College of Media Arts & Design will present "Growing up in a Surrealist Household," a lecture by Antony Penrose today, January 29, 2008, at 6:30 p.m. at Stein Auditorium in Nesbitt Hall (33rd and Market Streets). It will be preceded by a reception in the Nesbitt Hall lobby at 6 p.m.

Penrose is coming to Philadelphia for the opening of the show, "The Art of Lee Miller," at the Philadelphia Museum of Art. He directs the Lee Miller Archive and has authored two books about his extraordinary mother, The Lives of Lee Miller (1995) and Lee Miller's War (2005).

The exhibition, organized by the Victoria & Albert Museum, demonstrates Miller's accomplishments as a photographer, both in fine art and photojournalism, and seeks to balance these with her role as a model and muse to Surrealist photographer Man Ray.

Antony Penrose's illustrated lecture is free and open to the public.

For more information, call 215-895-2546.

Approved under the authority of Philip Terranova, Vice President for University Relations

 
Nanotechnology Institute to Host Lecture on Nanodiamonds Today

The A. J. Drexel Nanotechnology Institute will present a seminar on Nanodiamonds by noted Ukrainian scientist Dr. Vyacheslav Danilenko today, January 29, 2008, 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. in the William F. Mitchell Auditorium, Edmund D. Bossone Research Enterprise Center (Market Street between 31st and 32nd Streets).

Dr. Danilenko was among the first to demonstrate detonation synthesis of diamonds and has more than 30 years experience in the design of reactors for the synthesis of nanodiamonds. He is also the founder of Alit NanoDiamond in Ukraine.

This technology represents an environmentally responsible method for the disposal of expired ammunition, and is considered the most economical method for the production of nanodiamond powders with particles of 5-10 nm in size. As nanodiamond applications in medicine, electronics and lubrication continue to emerge, the technological variations and details will become vital to companies considering the integration of nanodiamonds in their products and manufacturing processes.

This seminar is sponsored by Ben Franklin Technology Partners of Southeastern Pennsylvania, http://www.benfranklin.org, and NanoBlox, Inc, a nanodiamond company in the United States.

RSVP to linda@sep.benfranklin.org

Approved under the authority of Stephen W. Director, Provost

 
The iSchool Colloquium Series: "Participatory Libraries"

Dr. David Lankes, Director of the Information Institute of Syracuse (IIS) and an associate professor at Syracuse University's School of Information Studies, will speak on "Participatory Libraries" today, January 29, 2008, at 12:30 p.m. in Room 014, Rush Building (33rd Street, north of Market Street).

The library landscape is constantly in flux. New technologies, new practices and new theories are the sign of an active field. However, these dynamic forces also lead to confusion and conflict. It also leads to a spate of new services and functions that are sometimes awkward to integrate into existing research, operations and curricula. In today's world of Web 2.0, Library 2.0, social networks, blogs and wiki’s, what concepts are durable and what is new that must be imparted to the next generation of professionals?

The lecture is part of the The iSchool at Drexel's Colloquium Series, sponsored by the College of Information Science and Technology.

For more information, visit the College's Web site at http://www.ischool.drexel.edu or contact Dr. Robert Allen at bob.allen@ischool.drexel.edu

Approved under the authority of Dr. Stephen W. Director, Provost

 
Drexel Winter Shuttle Loop

A Winter Shuttle Loop is running on the University City Main Campus through the winter term. This shuttle runs in a continuous loop, approximately every 15 minutes during the evening hours, beginning at 5 p.m. and ending at 8 p.m. Students are encouraged to take advantage of the Winter Shuttle Loop.

The shuttle picks-up at Caneris Hall (115 N. 32nd Street), Kelly/Myers Quad (34th and Race Streets), and the Creese Student Center (32nd and Chestnut Streets) and is sponsored by the Division of Student Life and Administrative Services.

Approved under the authority of James Tucker, Senior Vice President for Student Life and Administrative Services

 
Drexel Commuters Offers Free Breakfast

Drexel Commuters (DCom) is hosting a free "Good Morning Commuters" breakfast on Wednesday, January 30, 2008, from 9 to 11 a.m. in the Charlotte Alletag Commuter Lounge on the lower level of Creese Student Center (32nd and Chestnut Streets).

The breakfast will provide an opportunity to meet DCom members, learn about upcoming events and find out more about DCom.

For more information, contact DCom at drexel.commuters@drexel.edu.

Approved under the authority of James Tucker, Senior Vice President for Student Life and Administrative Services

 
IMLS Fellowships for Doctoral Studies Available at The iSchool at Drexel

The College of Information Science and Technology, the iSchool at Drexel, invites applications for IMLS fellowships for studies toward the Ph.D. degree. The fellowships are funded by a Laura Bush 21st Century Librarian Grant from the U.S. Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS). At least four fellowships of $40,000/year,including tuition and a research stipend, will be awarded.

The library and information science community is in critical need of professionals who have the knowledge and skills to develop and manage digital information services. The goal of this project is to prepare new faculty who will be well-trained in information systems and technologies and who will have the knowledge and skills to conduct research about digital libraries and the management of digital information.

The application procedure is the same as for the College of Information Science and Technology Ph.D. program. In the personal statement, applicants should state interests in this IMLS fellowship and discuss how his/her background and research interest would match its goals.

Applications will be accepted until Friday, February 1, 2008, but applicants are encouraged to submit applications earlier to receive full consideration. All fellows will start their studies in September 2008.

For more information, visit http://www.ischool.drexel.edu or contact Dr. Xia Lin at xia.lin@ischool.drexel.edu

Approved under the authority of Dr. Stephen W. Director, Provost

 
Pool Tournament at Ross Commons

All students interested in pool, whether “sharks” or beginners, are invited to Ross Commons (34th Street and Powelton Avenue) Tuesday night January 29, 2008, to enter a free pool tournament on The 2nd Floor. Sign up at 6:30 p.m. Competition begins at 7 p.m. The top winner receives a grand prize of Ultima Funds.

Also available is a two-for-one pizza special at The 2nd Floor, available from 5:30 to 11:30 p.m.

Approved under the authority of James Tucker, Senior Vice President for Student Life and Administrative Services

 
Drexel News Media Watch

The appointment of Carl "Tobey" Oxholm III as executive vice president and chief of staff is noted in The Philadelphia Inquirer’s “People in the News” section on January 28, 2008.
StoryLink - The Philadelphia Inquirer

Dr. Joseph Mason, associate professor of finance, is quoted in stories published in The Sunday Tribune (Dublin) and on Bloomberg.com and SeekingAlpha.com on January 28, 2008, about the bank Societe Generale SA’s financial losses. The professor commented on the subprime mortgage market on WBBR-AM (NBC-ABC-New York) on January 28 and on the U.S. drug war on KYW-AM (1060) on January 27.
StoryLink - The Sunday Tribune
StoryLink - Bloomberg.com

Dr. James Spotila, L.D. Betz Chair Professor of Environmental Science and director of the Center for Biodiversity and Conservation in the Department of Bioscience and Biotechnology, is noted in an Tuscaloosa News (Ala.) op-ed published on January 27, 2008, about the link between temperature change and the adaptation of organisms.
StoryLink - Tuscaloosa News

MAD Dragon Records was featured in a story on a KYW-TV (CBS-3) newscast on January 25 and 27, 2008. Marcy Wagman, director of Drexel's music industry program, and Anna Drozdowski and Christianna Labuz, undergraduates in the program, commented on their work in landing The Redwalls, a Chicago band on the label, a performance on the “Late Show With David Letterman.”
StoryLink - KYW-TV (CBS-3)

Approved under the authority of Philip Terranova, Vice President for University Relations

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