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Professor's Paper Earned Meritorious Award
Dr. Terri Lenox, Westminster College associate professor of computer science, co-authored a paper that earned a meritorious paper award at the 28th annual Information Systems Educators Conference Nov. 5-8 in Washington, D.C.
College Adds Seven New Full-Time Faculty
Westminster College recently added seven new full-time faculty members.
College to Host Foreign Language Intercultural Day April 18
Westminster College's Language in Motion program will host 90 high school students from Wilmington Area School District for the fifth annual Foreign Language Intercultural Day Monday, April 18.
Education Professor Co-Authored Chapter in Trauma Counseling Book
Dr. Alison DuBois, Westminster College assistant professor of education, is the lead author of a chapter in Trauma Counseling: Theories and Interventions scheduled for publication by Springer in March.
Westminster College Associate Professor to Discuss the Chemistry of Hydraulic Fracturing
NEW WILMINGTON, Pa. - Dr. Helen Boylan, Westminster associate professor of chemistry, will present "Shale Happens: An Investigation of the Environmental Chemistry of Hydraulic Fracturing " at the Faires Faculty Forum Wednesday, Sept. 26, at 11:40 a.m. in the Sebastian Mueller Theater of the McKelvey Campus Center.
Westminster College Preschool Lab Celebrates National Week of the Young Child
NEW WILMINGTON, Pa. - The Westminster College Preschool Lab celebrated the Week of the Young Child April 14-20 with a variety of activities to honor young children and those who make a difference in children's lives.
College Selected Among The Best 379 Colleges in Nation by The Princeton Review; Also Honored for Best College Theater and Great Town-Gown Relations
Westminster College is one of the country's best institutions for undergraduate education, according to The Princeton Review. The education services company features Westminster in the new 2015 edition of its annual college guide, "The Best 379 Colleges."
Westminster College's Faculty Forum Begins New Year
Dr. Linda Domanski, assistant professor of education at Westminster College, begins the new year of the Westminster College Faculty Forum Wednesday, Sept. 8, at 11:45 a.m. in the Sebastian Mueller Theater located in the McKelvey Campus Center.
Domanski's talk, "Walking in Two Worlds" will examine her professional partnerships with area school districts.
"K-16 partnerships inform teacher preparation, guide the curriculum, stimulate inquiry, and provide professional development for both settings," Domanski said.
Faculty forum, established in 1990, serves as a venue for the exchange of ideas and information among Westminster College faculty. Speakers present their research, teaching ideas, lectures, performances, special programs, and uses of technology to keep faculty informed about the work of colleagues from many disciplines.
Domanski, who has been with Westminster College since 1996, earned her undergraduate and master's degrees from Slippery Rock University, and her Ed.D. from the University of Pittsburgh.
For more information, contact Domanski at (724) 946-7182 or e-mail domanslp@westminster.edu.
Westminster College Celebrity Series Announces 2005-06 Season
The Westminster College Celebrity Series 2005-06 season offers a variety of musical entertainment from Broadway to county to an indoor marching band performance.
"We are unusually excited about the large-scale shows that make up our next season," said Gene DeCaprio, director of the Westminster College Celebrity Series. "The shows promise the best in American entertainment."
Tuesday, Sept. 27, the season debuts with the Broadway hit "42nd Street." This full-scale production is an American musical theater classic that includes tap dancing, unforgettable songs, stunning costumes, sets and lights all wrapped around the heartwarming story of an unknown chorus girl thrust into stardom. "Lullaby of Broadway," "42nd Street," "We're in the Money," "Shuffle off to Buffalo," and "I Only Have Eyes for Your," are among the many songs included in this show.
Friday, Oct. 14, brings Ricky Skaggs and Kentucky Thunder with their bluegrass music. Skaggs projected Bluegrass into the limelight of American entertainment with his 2005 Grammy Award winner for Best Bluegrass Album. Americans were reached with this music in the film, "Oh Brother, Where Art Thou?" He and his all-star band, Kentucky Thunder, entertain with not only Bluegrass, but country and gospel as well.
Friday, Nov. 18, the season continues with a most unusual performance of Blast. This group combines brass, percussion and visual performers, and brings the power, passion and precision of outdoor pageantry of a marching band ensemble to the stage. It combines the musical talent, kaleidoscopic movement, and showmanship to an art that this competitive and entertaining.
Wednesday, Nov. 30, features "The Spirit of Christmas," a must-see family show. This delightful and enchanting show takes the audience on a magical sleigh ride to enjoy the most popular Christmas songs of all times. Santa, Mrs. Claus, and the Claus kids are combined with gorgeous costumes, breathtaking scenery, a glittering cast of Broadway singers and beautiful high-kicking dancers to bring the joys of Christmas to the whole family.
Saturday, March 11, is a "Broadway Celebration." For generations, the magic of Broadway musicals have entertained audiences of all ages. This show was created to bring the energy, excitement, and wonderful memories of Broadway into one spectacular musical extravaganza. Hits from over 20 Broadway musicals, including "Hello Dolly," "Chorus Line," "Oklahoma," "Cabaret," "Chicago," "Grease," "Copacabana," "Mama Mia," "My Fair Lady," and others are included in this exciting show.
Friday, March 31, concludes the season with one of the most entertaining programs in Celebrity Series history, "The Ten Tenors." Returning by popular demand, "The Ten Tenors" bring their great voices, boundless enthusiasm, and delightful sense of humor to the Orr stage. The music ranges from Broadway to opera, and pop to rock.
Season subscriptions, which range in price from $194 to $209, and single show tickets, which range in price from $37 to $42, are currently on sale. For reservations, contact Connie McGinnis, assistant director of the Celebrity Series, at (724) 946-7354 or e-mail mcginncl@westminster.edu.
Students Present Piano Showcase Recital
Seven Westminster College students will join together to present a "Piano Showcase" recital Monday, Feb. 13, at 7:30 p.m. in Orr Auditorium.
The program includes Schumann's "Fantasiestucke Op 12;" Bach's "Prelude in B-flat Major, BWV 866a;" Chopin's "Valse Op. 69 nos. 1 & 2;" Debussy's "Arabesque No. 1;" Rachmaninoff's "Rhapsody on a Theme;" Chopin's "Nocturne in C-Minor, Op.48 No. 1;"Joplin's "Maple Leaf Rag;" Chopin's "Nocturne in C-sharp Minor, Op. 27 No. 1:" and Debussy's "L'Isle Joyeuse."
The performers include:
Imperial, PA
Michael Timcheck is a son of Michael and Joann Timcheck. Timcheck, a freshman music education major, is a graduate of West Allegheny High School.
Pittsburgh, PA
Rachel Hammond is a daughter of Wayne and Theresa Hammond. Hammond, a senior music major, is a graduate of Northgate High School.
New Freeport, PA
Sheila Barnhart is a daughter of Rick and Darleen Barnhart. Barnhart, a junior music performance major, is a graduate of West Greene High School.
Waynesburg, PA
Rebecca Baily is a daughter of Karl and Janice Baily. Baily, a freshman music performance major, is a graduate of Waynesburg Central High School.
Cranberry Twp., PA
Kevin Facciani is a son of Patrick and Joanne Facciani. Facciani, a junior business administration and music major, is a graduate of Seneca Valley High School.
Hermitage, PA
Matthew Fodor is a son of David and Bonnie Fodor. Fodor is a senior music performance major.
Sharpsville, PA
Katie Schultz is a daughter of Robert and Jean Schultz. Schultz, a senior music education major, is a graduate of Mercer High School.
The event is free and open to the public. Contact the Westminster College Department of Music at (724) 946-7270 for more information.
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