FACULTY
Professor Marlene Lundvall had a comic sculpture assemblage at the Kathryn Shultz Gallery in Cambridge.
Professor John Tramondozzi, Chair of the Department of Natural Sciences and Mathematics, and Math Professor David Daggett were named in Who's Who Among America's Teachers for excellence in teaching.
Curry faculty artists received continued recognition in Fall 2004 for their work. Professor Elizabeth Strasser was invited by Michael Guadagno, a sculptor and curator from the Barn Workshop Gallery in Danvers, to show eight of her paintings in a group exhibit of paintings and sculptures, which included a November reception at the Sheraton Ferncroft Resort in Danvers. Professor Strasser also showed paintings and ceramics at the 2nd annual Hyde Park Open Studios in December 2004, and where she was joined by Associate Professor Laurie Alpert and Assistant Professor Iris Kumar, representing EES Arts Printmaking..
PAL ENDEAVORS
Senior Lecturer Paula Cocce facilitated two workshops for the PAC (Parents Advisory Committee) in Cohasset, MA. A Study Skills Strategies Workshop for High School Students, their parents and teachers was held on October 14, 2004, at Cohasset High School. An additional Study Skills Strategies Workshop for Middle School Students, their parents and teachers was held on November 9, 2004.
Three of Senior Lecturer George Herman's paintings were purchased by the Federal Reserve Bank of Boston for their collection.
Congratulations to Associate Professor Patricia Mytkowicz for successfully defending her doctoral dissertation. Pat's committee unanimously approved her dissertation on second language learners with learning disabilities with NO changes. Kudos to Dr. Mytkowicz!
Dr. Mytkowicz has an article in the winter 2005 edition of Essential Teacher, published by Teachers of English to Speakers of Other Languages, Inc. (TESOL). "Digital Portfolios for Diverse Learners" describes her experience implementing electronic portfolios for individualized instruction and assessment with multilingual students enrolled in American Language and Culture, a course designed to improve students' oral and written communication, academic English and awareness of American culture. |
Spring 2005
SAVE THE DATES! |
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April 12
Milton Campus
• Littlefield Lecture Series - Bill Reynolds
Writer in Residence Bill Littlefield will welcome author and columnist Bill Reynolds to Cu r ry College for the next Littlefield Lecture Series event.
Bill Reynolds will discuss and sign copies of his book COUSY: His Life, Career, and the Birth of Big - Time Basketball which explores Cousy's upbringing, his career with the Celtics and as a coach for Boston College and the Cincinnati Royals. Reynolds, coauthor of Success Is a Choice with Rick Pitino, has won numerous awards for his columns in The Providence Journal, and is the author of several books, including Fall River Dreams and Glory Days.
This event is free and open to the public.
April 13
Comedy Connection, Boston
• 8th Annual Football Fest
Curry College Athletic Director and Head Football Coach Steve Nelson will host the 8th Annual Football Fest to benefit the 2005 Curry Colonels Football Team.
Cocktail reception begins at 6:00p.m., dinner at 6:30p.m., entertainment, live auction and raffle!
Seating is limited. RSVP by March 28, 2005.
Cost is $50 per person.
For more information or to RSVP, please email thood@curry.edu or call (617) 333-2216.
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May 3
Milton Campus
• Keighton Fund Series - University Orchestra
Professor Robert Keighton will welcome the University Orchestra to Curry College for a concert performance at 7:30 p.m. in the Parents' Lounge.
This event is free and open to the public.
Worcester Campus
• Women in Business and Communication Institute - "Pathways to Success for Today's Professional Women"
If you are interested in pursuing a career or advancing your curre n t position in the business world or communication industry, we invite you to attend this one-day institute. Hear first-hand accounts f rom four featured speakers, including keynote speaker Lisa Hughes, CBS4 News, of the various pathways they have taken to obtain such highly successful c a reers in these fields.
Cost is $50 for Curry students; others $75 for pre-registration before April 28, thereafter $100.
For more information or to register, contact Angela Lawson at a lawson0103 AT curry.edu or (508) 595-0366.
May 15
Milton Campus
• Commencement 2005
Please visit www.curry.edu for the latest details about the Commencement ceremony, information for graduating students, and events! |
