November 5, 2015
The final segment in this semester’s Readings With Wesleyan series, themed
“Topics in Early Childhood Education,” will take place this evening at Enoch
Baptist Church in Virginia Beach (6:30 p.m.). Associate Professor of
Education/Special Education Jayne Sullivan will present “Educational Toys and
Games: Which Should I Choose and Why?” Adults of all ages—particularly
residents of our nearby Lake Edward area—are invited to "play” educational
games, and learn about the research behind the fun.
Jayne’s presentation follows two prior October discussions: “Easy Answers to
Tough Questions that Will Inspire Your Child to Think Scientifically,”
presented by Assistant Professor of Education Bill McConnell, and “Beyond
Finger Paints: Art Projects for Kids,” presented by Professor of Art Phil
Guilfoyle.
Many thanks to these professors, and to all faculty, staff and volunteers, who
have put their expertise and support toward this extremely important initiative.
Readings With Wesleyan was launched in July 2014 as part of Virginia Wesleyan’s
Western Bayside College-Community Partnership. The neighborhood educational
partnership, sponsored by the College’s Center for Innovative Teaching and
Engaged Learning (INTEL), brings free college-level teaching to
area residents. Participants study literature, art history, moral philosophy,
American history, and more. Previous Readings With Wesleyan themes have
included: “Engaging the American Dream,” "Community Transformations,"
and "World Religions 101."
Community service and outreach are at the foundation of our Wesleyan heritage.
As our Mission states, “Virginia Wesleyan aspires to be a supportive community
that is committed to social responsibility, ethical conduct, higher learning
and religious freedom.” It is through programs like Readings With Wesleyan that
we honor and encourage these core values.
Very special thanks to Kathy Stolley, Associate Dean of Innovative Teaching and
Engaged Learning, for her continued leadership and commitment to Readings With
Wesleyan. Please join us this evening as we conclude the series for the
semester.
Thursday, November 5
READINGS WITH WESLEYAN: Topics in Early Childhood Education
"Educational Toys and Games: Which Should I Choose and Why?"
Presented by Dr. Jayne Sullivan, Associate Professor of Education/Special
Education
Enoch Baptist Church
5641 Herbert Moore Rd., Virginia Beach
6:30-7:30 p.m.
