Monday, May 19, 2008
Monday, May 19, 2008
Quote
of the Day
"
Our bodies are our gardens to which our wills are gardeners."
- William Shakespeare
Hot Topic:
01. Today: Governor Bill Richardson Presents "Energy: A Flashpoint for Change"
Topics of the Day
02. Reception to Honor Joseph Casey Today
03.
Individual Retirement Conferences with TIAA-CREF
04.
Liberty Mutual Insurance Individual Conferences
05.
Lung Cancer Awareness Carnival Today
06.
Benefits Buzz: "Stress Buster - Penn Behavioral Health"
07.
Asian/Pacific American Heritage Month Event Tomorrow: "An Untold Triumph"
08.
DCAE to Host Guest Speaker Sessions: "Supporting Our Mid-Career Faculty Colleagues"
09.
Academic Bistro Menu for Week of May 19
10. In Memorium: Toni McMenamin
11. Groundbreaking Ceremony for 34th Street Residence Hall
12. Drexel News Media Watch
Today: Governor Bill Richardson Presents "Energy: A Flashpoint for Change"
The Eastern Technology Council will present "Titans of Technology," which honors global technology innovators, and a moderated panel discussion, today, May 19, 2008, from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. in the Main Building Auditorium (32nd and Chestnut Streets). Keynote speaker for the event will be Bill Richardson (above), governor of New Mexico.
Governor Richardson's talk, "Energy: A Flashpoint for Change," will address the significance of oil and energy in economic, diplomatic and strategic terms. He regards energy, its uses, its sources and its stability as a cornerstone for building the future and the security of our country and the world. As Secretary of Energy in the Clinton Administration, he laid the foundation for an aggressive strategy to move our nation away from dependency on foreign oil, toward renewable energy sources and securing our national laboratories.
President Papadakis will open the event with introductory remarks. Dr. Donna Gentile O’Donnell, managing director of the Eastern Technology Council and a Drexel trustee, will introduce Governor Richardson and present him with a "Titans of Technology" award
Registration is required for this event. The registration fee is $25 for ETC members and $35 for non-members. There is no fee for Drexel students, faculty and staff with a valid I.D.
Register for the event at http://www.easterntechnologycouncil.org/events/details.aspx?eventid=36.Approved under the authority of Philip Terranova, Vice President for University Relations
Reception to Honor Joseph Casey Today
Dr. David A. Ruth, dean of students, invites the members of the University community to attend a reception honoring Joseph Casey (above), assistant dean of multicultural programs and special projects, today, May 19, 2008, from 4 to 6 p.m. outside the Pearlstein Gallery, Nesbitt Hall (33rd and Market Streets).
Casey will retire from Drexel at the end of May after more than 22 years of distinguished service.
During his tenure, Casey founded the ACT 101 program (Academic Enrichment Services), served as the assistant director of the Mental Health Associated Degree Program and taught at the assistant professor level. In 2000, Casey was appointed director of multicultural programs and special projects for the Center City Hahnemann Campus and in 2004, he became the assistant dean for multicultural programs for both DUCoM and Drexel. When students and colleagues speak of him, they describe his gift for building relationships across the university, which have enabled him to create programs and traditions built upon collaboration.
For more information, call the Office of the Dean of Students at 215-895-2501 or email studentlife@drexel.edu.Approved
under the authority of James Tucker, Senior Vice President for Student Life and Administrative Services
Individual Retirement Conferences with TIAA-CREF
Human Resources will host individual investment education conferences with TIAA-CREF at the Center City Hahnemann Campus on Tuesday, May 20, 2008 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. in the Human Resources Conference Room, 1st Floor, Bellet Building (1505 Race Street).
Human Resources will also host individual investment education conferences with TIAA-CREF at the University City Main Campus on Thursday, May 22, 2008 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. in the Human Resources Conference Room, 4th floor, 3201 Arch Street, Suite 430.
Reservations are required for individual conferences.
Scheduling information and dates are available on the Drexel University and DUCoM Web sites in calendar format. Click on one of the links below:
Drexel University: Retirement Plan at http://www.drexel.edu/hr/benefits/IE-IndividualConf.html
DUCoM: Retirement Plan at http://www.drexel.edu/admin/hr_hs/benefits/InvestEducation.html
Approved under the authority of Adele T. Barbato, Senior Vice President for Human Resources
Liberty Mutual Insurance Individual Conferences
The Liberty Mutual Insurance Company offers substantial discounts to Drexel employees. Human Resources will host individual auto and home-owners insurance conferences at the University City Main Campus with a Liberty Mutual representative on Wednesday, May 21, 2008, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the Human Resources Conference Room, Suite 430 (3201 Arch Street).
For registration and contact information, click on one of the links below:
Drexel University: Liberty Mutual at http://www.drexel.edu/hr/benefits/libertymutual.html
DUCoM: Liberty Mutual at http://www.drexel.edu/admin/hr_hs/benefits/LibertyMutual-DUCOM.html
Approved under the authority of Adele T. Barbato, Senior Vice President for Human Resources
Lung Cancer Awareness Carnival Today
The Lung Cancer Awareness Carnival will be held today, May 19, 2008, from noon to 5 p.m. in The Quad (between Chestnut and Market Streets and 32nd and 33rd Streets).
The members of the Inter-Fraternity Council, the Panhellenic Council and Drexel Athletics invite students to come out and support this worthwhile cause.
The carnival will provide students with complimentary food and entertainment, including bouncy boxing, a dunk tank, raffle prizes and music. Proceeds will benefit the Fox Chase Cancer Center and Laura Koch, who was recently diagnosed with stage-four lung cancer.
Laura Koch is a former Drexel soccer player, member of Phi Mu and wife of Steve Koch, director of Intramural Sports.
Raffle items will include:
Approved under the authority of James Tucker, Senior Vice President for Student Life and Administrative Services
Benefits Buzz: "Stress Buster - Penn Behavioral Health"
Human Resources will host "Stress Buster - Penn Behavioral Health" today, May 19, 2008, from 3 to 4 p.m. in room 116, Korman Center (33rd Street between Chestnut and Market Streets).
The next Benefits Buzz session, "Learn the ABC's of IBC (Keystone POS and Personal Choice)," will be held on Monday, June 2, 2008 at the same time and location.
Benefits Buzz is an informal weekly meeting that answers questions and provides information about Drexel benefits. Human Resources representatives will be available to present information and answer questions from faculty and staff.
For more information, email Trish Mahon at pam82@drexel.edu.Approved under the authority of Adele T. Barbato, Senior Vice President for Human Resources
Asian/Pacific American Heritage Month Event Tomorrow: "An Untold Triumph"
The Filipino Intercultural Society of Drexel, Dr. Joan May Timtiman Cordova (above), Filipino National Historical Society and Student Life and Multicultural Programs will present a screening of "An Untold Triumph: The Story of the 1st and 2nd Filipino Infantry Regiments, U.S. Army" on Tuesday, May 20, 2008, from 7 to 9 p.m. in the reserved section of the University Club, 6th floor, MacAlister Hall (33rd and Chestnut Streets).
For more information, visit http://66.179.153.16/fisdu.org/.
Approved under the authority of James Tucker, Senior Vice President for Student Life and Administrative Services
DCAE to Host Guest Speaker Sessions: "Supporting Our Mid-Career Faculty Colleagues"
The Drexel Center for Academic Excellence (DCAE) will present campus guests Dr. Roger Baldwin (above left), professor, higher education administration, Michigan University; and Dr. Deborah DeZure (above right), assistant provost, Michigan University, on Friday, May 23, 2008, in Behrakis Grand Hall (32nd and Chestnut Streets).
Dr. Baldwin and Dr. DeZure will share their research and the challenges, needs and experiences of mid-career faculty.
To attend, choose from one of two identical sessions:
RSVP to Antonis Asprakis by calling 215-895-4973 or by emailing aja22@drexel.edu. The RSVP deadline has been extended to Wednesday, May 21.
For more information, including guest speaker bios, visit http://www.drexel.edu/provost/dcae/workshops_resources.asp.Approved under the authority of Stephen W. Director, Provost
Academic Bistro Menu for Week of May 19
Tuesday, May 20
Lunch - $9 per person, noon seating
Bistro garden salad, ricotta salata cheese, sun-dried tomato vinaigrette
Baked striped bass fillet coated with fresh herbs, grilled red pepper sauce, roasted vegetable medley
Homemade coconut cake, chilled fruit stew
Wednesday, May 21
Greek salad, lemon garlic vinaigrette
Grilled salmon, Mediterranean salsa and vegetable rice pilaf
Peach sorbet with freshly cut strawberries
Friday, May 23
Fried sweet plantains, sweet tamarind sauce
Stewed pork with a hint of ginger, white rice
Mango upside down cake, whipped cream
Thursday, May 22
To reserve a table, call Adrienne Hall at 215-895-5872. Seating is limited.Ala carte - $10 per person (includes beverage and tax), seating between noon and 12:45 p.m. (walk-ins welcome)
Select from a three course menu—changes weekly.
Approved under the authority of Stephen W. Director, Provost
Groundbreaking Ceremony for 34th Street Residence Hall
Students, faculty and staff are invited to the 34th Street Residence Hall groundbreaking ceremony, on Tuesday, May 20, 2008 at 5:30 p.m. on 34th Street between Powelton Avenue and Race Street. A cookout will follow the ceremony.
Designed by renowned Erdy McHenry Architecture in association with ARUP, this $42 million, 120,000 sq. ft. building will be the focal point of the campus’ residential quadrant with skyline views of the city. The innovative design allows the building to be constructed on the small site with little obstruction to neighboring buildings. The 17-story building will house 482 students in a hybrid suite configuration with a series of shared living areas that will create a common link throughout the building. The building’s design will incorporate many environmental sustainable features including a green roof.
Approved under the authority of Philip Terranova, Vice President for University Relations
Assistant dean and advisor to students, Antonia Sulena-Wetzel McMenamin (above), died on Tuesday, May 13, 2008 early in the morning from complications with lymphoma. She was 67 years old.
Toni McMenamin, as she was affectionately known, joined Drexel's administrative staff in 1987 and served as an honors advisor in the Penonni Honors College from 1991 to 2006. Always one to put students first, she displayed kindness to students as she helped them through their courses and life decisions. She cared for students so much that she continued to serve them even as she was battling cancer. She was a trusted advisor who knew the needs of the students and was a central part of the Pennoni Honors College.
McMenamin is survived by her husband, Patrick J. McMenamin, children, Patrick Jr., Roger, Cara Wing, seven grandchildren and a brother.
A funeral mass took place on Saturday, May 17, 2008 at 11 a.m. at Immaculate Conception Church, 604 West Ave., Jenkintown.
More information about McMenamin's life can be found in her obituary in The Philadelphia Inquirer at http://www.philly.com/inquirer/obituaries/20080516_Antonia_McMenamin__Drexel_official.html.
Approved under the authority of James Tucker, Senior Vice President for Student Life and Administrative Services
Drexel is noted in a Philadelphia Business Journal story published May 16, 2008, about LeBow College of Business students’ development of a marketing campaign for a vehicle as part of the Subaru Impreza Collegiate Challenge. The students’ campaign resembles the company’s new campaign.
StoryLink - Philadelphia Business Journal
Dr. Walter Bien, research associate professor in the Department of Bioscience and Biotechnology, is quoted in an Asbury Park Press story published May 16, 2008, about the Warren Grove Gunnery Range (N.J.).
StoryLink - Asbury Park Press
A Philadelphia Inquirer story about the rising cost of food and how it might boost obesity among the poor continues to be syndicated. The story, in which Dr. Mariana Chilton, assistant professor in the School of Public Health and principal investigator for the Philadelphia GROW Project, is quoted was published in the Detroit Free-Press on May 16, 2008.
StoryLink - Detroit Free-Press
Dr. Marcia Gardner, clinical associate professor and assistant dean of the MSN, RN-BSN, BSN co-op and dual-degree programs, and Dr. Mary Ellen Smith Glasgow, associate professor and associate dean for undergraduate programs in the College of Nursing and Health Professions, are quoted in an Advance for Nurses story published May 15, 2008, about the manner in which health care was addressed during the Oct. 30 Democrat presidential candidates debate, hosted by Drexel.
StoryLink - Advance for Nurses
Drexel was noted on WCAU-TV (NBC-10) on May 16, 2008, as the location for a Dancing Classrooms Philly competition for fifth-graders enrolled in Philadelphia schools.
StoryLink - WCAU-TV (NBC-10)
Approved under the authority of Philip Terranova, Vice President for University Relations
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