Friday, October 31, 2014
Thursday, October 30, 2014
Host of “American Ninja Warrior,” Matt Iseman, to Visit Bethany
The host of “American Ninja Warrior,” Matt Iseman, will visit with the Bethany community on Monday, November 3, at 8:00 p.m. in Wailes Theater. Please join us as we learn about his journey to the television industry by way of the medical field and get a peek behind the scenes of this hit NBC show. Special thanks to Trustee Jhamal Robinson, VP for Production at TLC, who made this event possible. Jhamal, a loyal Bethanian, will be serving as the host of the event, and there will be an opportunity for questions and answers. I look forward to seeing you on Monday evening.
Wednesday, October 29, 2014
Tuesday, October 28, 2014
Enjoyable dinner at Christman Manor with officers of the Panhellenic Council and Interfraternity Council. Pictured on the front porch over looking the beautiful campus green: front, George "Wes" Myers, Chris White and Frank Salopek. Standing, Taylor Lewis, Kim Judy, Bri Breault, Rhianna Petrone, Erika Clayton (Greek Coordinator), Jerry Stebbins (Dean of Students), and Sam Goodge (Director of Student Activities).
Monday, October 27, 2014
Bethany College named to President's Higher Education Community Service Honor Roll
Bethany College is one of just 98 colleges and universities nationwide to be named to the 2014 President’s Higher Education Community Service Honor Roll for its leadership in developing programs in interfaith and community service.
This is the third time in last four years that Bethany has earned the distinction. The Honor Roll was created in 2006 to recognize exemplary work that places students on a lifelong path of civic engagement.
http://www.bethanywv.edu/about-bethany/news/bethany-named-presidents-higher-education-community-service/
Congratulations to Kathy Shelek Furbee, Chair of Social Work and Director of the Service Learning Center, for her leadership on this
This is the third time in last four years that Bethany has earned the distinction. The Honor Roll was created in 2006 to recognize exemplary work that places students on a lifelong path of civic engagement.
http://www.bethanywv.edu/about-bethany/news/bethany-named-presidents-higher-education-community-service/
Congratulations to Kathy Shelek Furbee, Chair of Social Work and Director of the Service Learning Center, for her leadership on this
Friday, October 24, 2014
Congratulations to Andrew Lewis, Bethany Director of Residence, who was recognized today with the Distinguished Service Award from the West Virginia Association of Student Personnel Administrators at Oglebay Resort and Conference Center. He is pictured receiving the award from WVASPA President Vanessa Keadle. He is a past president of the organization and currently serves as Treasurer.
The Bethany College Equine Operations staff hosted the first Halloween Fun Show on Sunday. Twenty of the regular lesson riders and over 80 supporters came to see the children dressed in costume participate in riding activities. Prizes were awarded and refreshments were served for the event held at the Oglebay Resort Stables, the home of the Bethany College Equestrian Program.
Thursday, October 23, 2014
Harbinger
The Harbinger, the name of other traditional publications in Bethany history, is a literary magazine of poems, prose, and short stories published through Bethany College. A student is selected each year to be the editor of the Harbinger. The fall release date of the 2014 edition of the Harbinger was October 5, 2014. The editor of this past edition was Senior Fellow of the English Department, Khristian Smith.
For the upcoming 2015 edition of the Harbinger, Catherine Breault has been selected as the new student editor. Submissions for the Harbinger can be made to either Catherine at her email cbreault@bethanywv.edu or to Dr. Janeshek at her email jjaneshek@bethanywv.edu . The submissions to the Harbinger can vary and students may submit more than one work. There is a different theme each year for the literary magazine. The theme is based on the submitted entries. Students are encouraged to submit their work, gain confidence in their writing skills, and achieve recognition as distinguished writers.
For the upcoming 2015 edition of the Harbinger, Catherine Breault has been selected as the new student editor. Submissions for the Harbinger can be made to either Catherine at her email cbreault@bethanywv.edu or to Dr. Janeshek at her email jjaneshek@bethanywv.edu . The submissions to the Harbinger can vary and students may submit more than one work. There is a different theme each year for the literary magazine. The theme is based on the submitted entries. Students are encouraged to submit their work, gain confidence in their writing skills, and achieve recognition as distinguished writers.
Wednesday, October 22, 2014
“Engaging the e-University: Collaborative, Authentic Student Engagement in Technology Enhanced Environments” an interactive presentation by W. Thomas Jeffrey and Shawn Williams from Campbellsville University and M.E. Yancosek Gamble, Bethany College, presented at Appalachian College Association Summit Oct. 18 in Knoxville.
Friday, October 17, 2014
Wednesday, October 15, 2014
Removal begins of two treasured Edward Troye paintings in the Bethany College Academic Parlour for loan to the National Sporting Museum upcoming exhibition on the artist. The museum and its library are located in Middleburg, Virginia. Months of planning culminated today in the start of professional “de-installation” of the works and their return scheduled for next year.
Tuesday, October 14, 2014
The Bethany Department of Athletics and Recreation inducted five new members into the Athletic Hall of Fame and recognized outstanding student athletes from the class of 2013 during a banquet Friday evening as well as during a pre-game ceremony on Saturday.
Above: The 2014 Bethany Athletics Hall of Fame Class
Pictured from left to right: Dr. Scott D. Miller, President of the College, Nevada Smith ('02), Michael Mezerski ('99), Jodi Jackfert ('98), Jill (Kamerer) Smith ('01), Kathleen (McGowan) Wack ('98), and Brian Rose, Director of Athletics and Recreation.
Below: The 2013 Senior Class Honorees
Pictured from left to right: Dr. Miller; Cam Cooper, Senior Scholar Athlete Award Winner; Paige Prato, Susan Hannah Award winner; Matt Grimard, William Hannah Award winner; and Brian Rose.
Monday, October 13, 2014
With long-time friends and colleagues Jake Schrum, President of Emory & Henry College, and Richard Ekman, President of the Council of Independent Colleges, at the Council of Independent Colleges/New York Times Presidents Council Meeting at the New York Times offices. Thirty-one private college presidents serve on the Council.
Bethanian Don Blashford ('76) of Publicis Groupe USA is interviewed on WVBC before doing a guest talk in Dr. Pat Sutherland's CMA class Friday. Samantha Schott (operations manager) and James Peterson of WVBC are conducting the interview. WVBC aired Bethany v. Carnegie Mellon University Homecoming game at 2 p.m.
Good to see a number of Bethanians at the brunch hosted by the Oglebay Foundation at the stables at Oglebay Resort. The location is the competition venue and home for Bethany equestrian club competition. The Bison hosted 13 colleges and universities in today's competition. Pictured with me from left: Brian Rose, Director of Athletics and Recreation; Joyce Jefferson; Rita and Jim Companion; Bill Jones; and Sven de Jong, Senior Vice President.
Kirk Collins ('77) led a special effort to place a tree and marker on the college green as a "true testament to Kappa Alpha's lasting influence on Bethany's campus." The marker reads: "Kappa Alpha Order, Beta Beta Chapter, classes 1974 to 1980. Great memories, endless laughs and lifelong friendships."
M.E. Yancosek Gamble, Chair of the Business, Communications and Media Arts Department at Bethany College, receives special recognition from BC Board Chair Greg Jordan for the recent National Chapter of the Year award from the Society for Collegiate Journalists. The recognition occurred at a Board luncheon in Harder Hall Friday.
Bethany Sabbaticals, 2014-2015
Sabbaticals have historically been an important part of faculty-development programs in American higher education. A sabbatical leave provides a significant opportunity to Bethany College full-time faculty to engage in scholarly and professional work, resulting in future enhanced contributions to the College.
Sabbatical leave is a privilege and is not automatically earned; a faculty member is eligible after each six full-time teaching appointment years at the College. A sabbatical leave is for one semester at full pay or for a full academic year at half pay.
Fall 2014
· Dr. Joseph Lovano will visit and study four of the autonomous regions of Spain: Valencia, Murcia, the Balearic Islands, and the Canary Islands, to gain in-depth and updated knowledge, understanding, and appreciation of these multicultural regions of Spain.
· Prof. Kenneth Morgan will prepare a solo art show entitled There’s Something About Hail Mary, consisting of all new works based on about a dozen iconic masterpieces featuring interpretations of the Virgin Mary.
· Prof. Fujiko Sawtarie will update the Bethany College Computer Science curriculum, to ensure Bethany College students are learning state-of-the art practices in the fast-changing field of computer science, and to renew her Ph.D. candidacy at West Virginia University.
· Prof. Melanee Sinclair will pursue advanced Equine Assisted Growth and Learning Association (EAGALA) certification, to allow courses she teaches in this area to count toward EAGALA certification for Bethany College students.
· Dr. Amanda Stewart will write an equine management and grooming book with internationally known hunter-jumper trainer Susan W. Ashe, and perform a scientific study examining and testing a new, currently un-marketed hoof boot.
Spring 2015
· Dr. John Burns will write on the applications of nanotechnology to agriculture with scientists at the Indian Center for Agricultural Research, and continue his work on biological rhythms, a joint effort with faculty and graduate students at Banaras Hindu University.
· Prof. John McGowan will examine the use of biomechanics and exercise physiology in teaching and coaching, and prepare for new courses in areas he has not taught in many years—for example, laws relating to Adapted Physical Education.
· Dr. Patrick Sutherland will finish a chapter for a book tentatively entitled Education in Action: The Crucible of College Media, work on another book chapter on the topic of religion and sports, and attend workshops to enhance his technology skills.
We congratulate these colleagues on their work which will further the teaching mission of Bethany College.
Sabbatical leave is a privilege and is not automatically earned; a faculty member is eligible after each six full-time teaching appointment years at the College. A sabbatical leave is for one semester at full pay or for a full academic year at half pay.
Fall 2014
· Dr. Joseph Lovano will visit and study four of the autonomous regions of Spain: Valencia, Murcia, the Balearic Islands, and the Canary Islands, to gain in-depth and updated knowledge, understanding, and appreciation of these multicultural regions of Spain.
· Prof. Kenneth Morgan will prepare a solo art show entitled There’s Something About Hail Mary, consisting of all new works based on about a dozen iconic masterpieces featuring interpretations of the Virgin Mary.
· Prof. Fujiko Sawtarie will update the Bethany College Computer Science curriculum, to ensure Bethany College students are learning state-of-the art practices in the fast-changing field of computer science, and to renew her Ph.D. candidacy at West Virginia University.
· Prof. Melanee Sinclair will pursue advanced Equine Assisted Growth and Learning Association (EAGALA) certification, to allow courses she teaches in this area to count toward EAGALA certification for Bethany College students.
· Dr. Amanda Stewart will write an equine management and grooming book with internationally known hunter-jumper trainer Susan W. Ashe, and perform a scientific study examining and testing a new, currently un-marketed hoof boot.
Spring 2015
· Dr. John Burns will write on the applications of nanotechnology to agriculture with scientists at the Indian Center for Agricultural Research, and continue his work on biological rhythms, a joint effort with faculty and graduate students at Banaras Hindu University.
· Prof. John McGowan will examine the use of biomechanics and exercise physiology in teaching and coaching, and prepare for new courses in areas he has not taught in many years—for example, laws relating to Adapted Physical Education.
· Dr. Patrick Sutherland will finish a chapter for a book tentatively entitled Education in Action: The Crucible of College Media, work on another book chapter on the topic of religion and sports, and attend workshops to enhance his technology skills.
We congratulate these colleagues on their work which will further the teaching mission of Bethany College.
Thursday, October 9, 2014
New Departmental Mail Addresses
As communicated earlier, Bethany College now offers postal services for offices and students through a new facility on the ground floor of Morlan Hall. As we transition, please notify your contacts, journals and vendors of your new address.
For a listing of department addresses:
http://www.bethanywv.edu/OMJlinks/MailDirectory.pdf
Thanks for your assistance.
For a listing of department addresses:
http://www.bethanywv.edu/OMJlinks/MailDirectory.pdf
Thanks for your assistance.
Jarod Roque, President of the Bethany Student Government Association, leads a special presentation to Bob McCann on behalf of our 25 student-leaders as a part of the opening session at UBS this morning. Jarod presented Bob with a framed version of a summer full page feature about Bob and UBS that appeared in The Washington Post this summer.
Wednesday, October 8, 2014
Jordan Hall Dedication Saturday
Please join us this Saturday at 9:45 a.m. as we dedicate the residence-hall building, formerly known as “Campbell Village 4,” to Greg and Ellen Trebilcock Jordan as Jordan Hall. The dedication will be held at the main entrance to the building.
Both of the Jordans were highly involved during their time on campus. They were both active in Greek life – Ellen was a Phi Mu and Greg a Beta Theta Pi. Ellen was a member of the social science professional fraternity Sigma Tau Epsilon, and Greg was a member of the national history honor society Phi Alpha Theta. Both graduated with honors, class of 1981.
Greg has been named one of the best lawyers in the country numerous times. For many years he served as the chief executive officer of Reed Smith LLP, where he became the youngest elected managing partner in the firm’s history. Last year, Greg moved to PNC Financial Services as the company’s Executive Vice President, General Counsel & Head of Regulatory and Government Affairs. He has served as a member of the Board of Trustees since 2002, and its chair since 2006.
Please join us as we recognize a family that has provided outstanding leadership for, and truly believes in, Bethany College.
Both of the Jordans were highly involved during their time on campus. They were both active in Greek life – Ellen was a Phi Mu and Greg a Beta Theta Pi. Ellen was a member of the social science professional fraternity Sigma Tau Epsilon, and Greg was a member of the national history honor society Phi Alpha Theta. Both graduated with honors, class of 1981.
Greg has been named one of the best lawyers in the country numerous times. For many years he served as the chief executive officer of Reed Smith LLP, where he became the youngest elected managing partner in the firm’s history. Last year, Greg moved to PNC Financial Services as the company’s Executive Vice President, General Counsel & Head of Regulatory and Government Affairs. He has served as a member of the Board of Trustees since 2002, and its chair since 2006.
Please join us as we recognize a family that has provided outstanding leadership for, and truly believes in, Bethany College.
Five of our Presidential Associates are members of the Bethany student-leadership team enjoying 2 1/2 days on Wall Street through the generosity of Bethanian Bob McCann ('80), CEO of UBS - The Americas. After spending the afternoon at Bloomberg, we spent the evening on a dinner cruise on the Manhattan Elite. Pictured: Amelia Parks, Ruben Rogue, Kyle Rockey, Monica Westerheide, Anne Taylor and Dylan Martinez. A full day of meetings on Wednesday.
Tuesday, October 7, 2014
Celebrating 175 Years
As Homecoming is approaching this weekend, it is fitting and proper that we celebrate Bethany College's 175th academic year by sharing with you our commemorative video. Special thanks to Bethanian Jeff Flick ('82) and his colleagues at BD & E for this outstanding production that captures the spirit and tradition of our grand institution.
Please click the link:
http://www.bethanywv.edu/175
Please click the link:
http://www.bethanywv.edu/175
Monday, October 6, 2014
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