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California University
VOLUME 11, NUMBER 28 NOV. 2, 2009
National Geographic Photographer Shares Insights
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ffering observations and advice that complemented his worldclass photography, master photographer Steve McCurry visited the Cal U campus on Oct. 22. During the day he met with Cal U students and spoke to students from area high schools. McCurry’s visit culminated with a National Geographic Live! presentation, “Steve McCurry: Face to Face,” in Steele Hall Mainstage Theatre. The University community, other visitors and photojournalists from eight local and regional publications went behind the scenes with McCurry as he discussed his work for National Geographic and other publications. “I think the key to success in photography now is diversifying yourself and trying to do as many different things as you can,” he said. Before and after McCurry’s talk, visitors viewed “In Focus: National Geographic Greatest Portraits,” an exhibition of 56 color and black-andwhite portraits in the Manderino Gallery. McCurry’s iconic “Afghan girl” portrait is among those on display. In 1984, while visiting an Afghan refugee camp in Pakistan, he took the famous photograph that was published on the cover of National Geographic in June 1985. Eighteen years later McCurry sought out the previously anonymous refugee, Sharbat Gula, and took a second portrait — one of an estimated 1 million images he has captured during his long career. McCurry has traveled extensively, and his photographs have been on 10 National Geographic covers. He is drawn to Asia in particular, he said. “In India you have all these different religions sort of rubbing against each other. You have an ancient culture juxtaposed with modern life. To me, it’s really amazing — the chaos along with the monasteries and temples. Visually, I
Mission Day Report Card Shows Progress
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Master photographer Steve McCurry visited the Cal U campus on Oct. 22 and captivated the university community and other visitors with his observations and world-class photography.
find it the richest place in the world.” Although vivid colors abound in his photos, it’s the subject matter that inspires him. “Color is not my first thing,” said McCurry, who has won a variety of national and international awards for his work. “It’s the human element that gets my juices flowing.” In addition to taking portraits, McCurry has documented historic, and disturbing, events. Some of his images depict battlefields in Iraq and the aftermath of the World Trade Center attacks in 2001. In those cases, “I try to hide through my lens,” he said. “You have to look at what you’re photographing in a particular way, and you have to be detached. Events like the Gulf War and 9/11 need to be on record. It’s important for the world to know, so you just move forward every day.”
McCurry said he embraces the freedom and versatility of digital photography, and as a photojournalist he does not “stage” his shots. His work is driven by an innate sense of wonder and curiosity about the world and its people. “Human nature is human nature, and we are what we are,” he said. “When you get past the superficial stuff, we all want to be respected and loved. We all care about our families and friends. I always see a similarity between people whether they are here in the U.S., in China or in South America.” Created by the Smithsonian’s National Museum of Natural History and National Geographic, the exhibition at Manderino is organized for travel by the Smithsonian Institution Traveling Exhibition Service (SITES). It is on display through Nov. 11. For gallery hours, visit www.calu.edu/sites.
Foundation Honors Cal’s First Couple
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President Angelo Armenti, Jr. and First Lady Barbara Armenti have been selected as the Washington County Community Foundation’s 2009 Philanthropists of the Year.
he Washington County Community Foundation has named Cal U President Angelo Armenti, Jr. and First Lady Barbara Armenti its 2009 Philanthropists of the Year. In their honor the foundation is establishing the Dr. Angelo and Barbara Armenti /Cal U Scholarship Fund. The Armentis were nominated for the award by California alumnus Charles Keller ’48, a Washington attorney and a trustee of the foundation.
President Armenti has developed and promoted a vibrant atmosphere on the Cal U campus, Keller said. Barbara Armenti is in her third term as chair of the Mon Valley United Way campaign. She also volunteers with the American Heart Association and raises funds for many other local organizations. The Washington County Community Foundation was initiated by community leaders to encourage charitable giving and to promote and facilitate local philanthropy.
al U’s annual Mission Day is a catalyst for change. As the campus community prepares for Wednesday’s 11th annual Mission Day, a “report card” highlights the opportunities for action identified at last year’s event and the progress made since Mission Day X. This year’s Mission Day topic, the Cal U for Life initiative, appears in the 2008 report card, which suggests building stronger connections with students so they “find value in giving back after graduation.” Through a variety of activities and interactions, Cal U for Life aims to forge a lifelong relationship between students and their alma mater, and to promote a culture of philanthropy throughout the campus community. This fall, the initiative was introduced at an expanded orientation program organized in response to a call for Cal U to “re-evaluate methods for students’ introduction to the University.” Mission Day is set aside annually so that Cal U students, faculty, staff and alumni can meet as equals and discuss a topic of importance to the University. In 2008, Mission Day X focused on the privatization of public higher education and the University’s response to being “privatized without a plan.” Among other suggestions listed in the resulting report card are these: “Develop a hybrid operating plan that balances the business model with the academic model.” Cal U is keeping its finger on the pulse of the market, offering new programs, such as Commercial Music Technology and the Master of Science in Nursing Administration and Leadership, that meet the market’s demands. “Provide 24-hour access to computer support services and secure remote access for students, faculty and staff.” The computer help desk has expanded its hours of operation, and resident students have round-the-clock access to computer labs in their residence halls. In addition, Cal U has hired a vice president for information technology, recognizing that a robust and secure IT infrastructure is essential. The University also has conducted an inventory of existing “smart” classrooms and is developing a plan to expand “smart” technology across the campus. — Continued on page 2
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Dr. Marta McClintock-Comeaux
Panel Talks About ‘Mean Girls’
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he Office of Women’s Studies will take “A Closer Look at Queen Bees and Wannabes.” 11 a.m. Nov. 3 in Room 205, Keystone Hall. Women’s Studies director Dr. Marta McClintock-Comeaux will moderate a panel discussion of the film “Mean Girls.” Panelists include faculty members Suzanne Palko of the Nursing program; Dr. Elizabeth Jones, who teaches sociology in the Department of Justice, Law and Society; Dr. Carrie Rosengart of the Psychology Department; and Sheleta Webb of the Office of Student Development and Services. All members of the Cal U community may attend. The program follows last month’s frank discussion of sex and sexuality by Evelyn Resh, a certified nursemidwife and author of “The Secret Lives of Teen Girls — What Your Mother Wouldn’t Talk About but Your Daughter Needs to Know.” Resh spoke to women’s studies, sociology, anthropology, communication and English classes, tailoring her talks to the focus of each course. She concluded her visit with a presentation and question-and-answer session attended by more than 300 students, staff and faculty. The Office of Women’s Studies seeks to provide a framework for examining women’s and men’s lives within individual, familial, national and global systems. For more information, call 724-938-5246.
Consol and Cal: ‘A Great Fit’
onsol Energy Inc. continued its long-standing support of Cal U by presenting a $15,000 check to the University on Oct. 21. The funds will be used to purchase new equipment for the motor control laboratory used by students in the Electrical Engineering Technology (EET) and Computer Engineering Technology (CET) programs. A portion of the gift also will support the College of Science and Technology Endowment. Michelle Pusateri, supervisor of workforce planning and development for Consol, presented the check to Dr. Len Colelli, dean of the Eberly College of Science and Technology. With the support of the University’s Career Services program, Pusateri also interviewed 16 Cal U students for fulltime jobs and internships. Consol has hired many Cal U Industrial Technology and EET graduates in the past. “The programs that Cal has work really well with what we’re looking for in future supervisors, as well as some other positions in our company,” Pusateri said. “The curriculum and the experience that Cal U students bring to the table are a great fit for us.” Colelli praised Consol both for its generosity and for the opportunities it gives to Cal students. “With many of their workers in the mid-50s age range, they will be hiring even more of our graduates,” Colelli said. “Our alumni continue to do a good job for them, and they, in turn, want to help support our programs through scholarships and lab upgrades. We have
Consol Energy’s Michelle Pusateri presents a check for $15,000 to Dr. Len Colelli, dean of the College of Eberly Science and Technology. The funds will go to the College’s endowed scholarship fund and to upgrade a lab for the Electrical Engineering Technology and Computer Engineering Techonolgy programs.
a tremendous relationship with Consol.” Cal U’s EET program is accredited by the Technology Accreditation Commission of ABET, the Accreditation Board for Engineering Technology. As part of the reaccreditation process, ABET’s visiting team cited the need for an update in the motor control lab, and Consol stepped in to assist.
“Everything we do underground runs off electricity, so anyone with that electrical background is a strong match” for Consol’s workforce, said Pusateri. “We want to continue to find success in these programs — and mutual success, obviously. The better Cal’s programs are, the better the students are that are coming out, and they can become lifelong employees for Consol.”
Mission Day Report Card Shows Progress — Continued from page 1 “Strengthen and expand on existing relationships with local, regional and national organizations.” Cal U has expanded its ongoing relationship with world-class organizations such as the Smithsonian Institution and the National Gallery of Art, as well as the Library of Congress. Partnership agreements with regional entities such as the Carnegie Science Center, Pittsburgh Penguins and Pittsburgh Steelers provide opportunities for the University and its students. Outreach to the region’s business community continues to pay dividends, as well.
“Diversify the opportunities to donate to specific programs/scholarships.” Cal U’s $35 million capital campaign provides opportunities to support a variety of strategic initiatives on campus and to provide funding for student scholarships, the focus of the campaign and the University’s greatest need. The complete report card from Mission Day 2008 is available online at www.calu.edu/missionday, along with report cards and final reports from previous Mission Days. After Wednesday’s event, follow-up information from Mission Day 2009 will be posted online, as well.
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he Cal U for Life initiative will be discussed in depth at Mission Day 2009. Video presentations, President Armenti’s keynote address, interactive activities, giveaways and more are scheduled from 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Wednesday, beginning and ending in Steele Hall. For more information, visit www.calu.edu/ missionday.
SECA Serves Spaghetti Monday
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s part of the 2009 SECA fundraising campaign, “Care Enough to Share,” a spaghetti-and-meatballs lunch will be offered today from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the Performance Center. Cost is $6.50; the meal includes salad, dessert and beverage. All proceeds are donated to SECA, the State Employees Combined Appeal. Tickets are available for dine-in or take-out options. All take-out tickets must be purchased in advance. Every ticket holder will be eligible for a chance to win a door prize. SECA serves as an umbrella for nine major organizations that support local, regional or international charities. A parent organization of the SECA/Cal U drive is the United Way of Mon Valley. This organization’s president for a third term is Cal U’s First Lady, Barbara Armenti. To purchase a lunch ticket and support the annual SECA campaign, contact either Dana Turcic (turcic@calu.edu) or Norm Hasbrouck (hasbrouck@calu.edu).
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Vets Luncheon Nov. 10 The 36th Annual Veterans Day Luncheon at Cal U will take place on Nov. 10 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the Performance Center. Presented jointly by the Veterans Club and California University, the event will conclude with the presentation of the 2009–2010 Col. Arthur L. Bakewell Veterans Scholarships. These scholarships, which have grown from $250 to $1,000 through the generosity of the Veterans Scholarship Fund 500 Club members, are awarded annually in memory of the longtime Cal U Veterans’ Club adviser. For more information call 724-938-4076.
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Win Record Puts Vulcan Coach Among Elite
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he Vulcan football team’s 38-14 Homecoming victory over Edinboro marked a milestone for eighth-year coach John Luckhardt, who chalked up his 200th career coaching win. Just 55 coaches in the history of college football have achieved this record. Only six active NCAA Division II head coaches can match Luckhardt’s total, which has been reached by just 18 active head coaches in all NCAA divisions. Luckhardt’s tally includes his highly successful 17-year coaching tenure at Washington and Jefferson College. When Luckhardt came to Cal U in 2002, he took over a program that had endured 14 consecutive losing seasons and only four winning records in 31 years. From 2005 through last week’s 44-7 win at Slippery Rock, Cal has produced a 48-10 cumulative record and 29-2 PSAC-West mark, with a divisional win streak of 19. The Vulcans’ consecutive NCAA
A master at building small-college football programs, Cal U’s John Luckhardt is one of just 55 coaches in the history of college football in all divisions to win 200 games.
semifinalist appearances in 2007 and 2008 are the farthest any PSAC-West team has advanced this decade.
At Washington and Jefferson, Luckhardt guided the Presidents to 13 conference titles and 11 NCAA
Division III playoff appearances, five regional championships and two appearances in the national championship game. Luckhardt received the American Football Foundation Lifetime Achievement Award in 1998 and was inducted into the Pennsylvania Sports Hall of Fame in 2001. He owns a .759 winning percentage (201-63-2) and is the most successful football coach at both Cal U and W&J. “It’s incredible what he’s accomplished at both schools,” said athletic director Dr. Tom Pucci, a 19year veteran at Cal U. “He and his coaching staffs clearly have the right formula and are masters at transforming stagnant programs into small-college powers. The best is yet to come here at California.” On Saturday the Vulcans will look to win a second consecutive PSAC championship and play at either Shippensburg or Bloomsburg. A year ago Cal defeated West Chester 47-36 in the first PSAC football championship game contested since 1987.
D.C. Center for Internships Honors State System
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he Washington Center for Internships and Academic Seminars has named the Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education its “University System of the Year,” citing the “extraordinary partnership” that has resulted in hundreds of PASSHE students landing prestigious internships in and around the nation’s capital. “We receive more students from the State System than from any other public university system,” said Dr. Joseph Johnston, senior vice president for The Washington Center. “The support for this program from the universities and the commonwealth over the years has been extraordinary.” The award was presented Oct. 19 during a luncheon at the National Press Club in Washington, D.C. PASSHE also was recognized at the Center’s annual gala, held that evening at the National Building Museum. The gala, which also helps to raise scholarship funds for the program, will be moderated by Bob Schieffer of CBS News. “This is a very significant honor, and one that
The National Building Museum in Washington, D.C., was the setting for a gala honoring PASSHE as the Washington Center for Internships’ ‘University System of the Year.’
recognizes PASSHE’s commitment to providing our students outstanding educational opportunities, both in the classroom and in the real world,” said PASSHE
Tennis Players Net PSAC Titles
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ennis players Laurie Navarro and Nina Kowalski, both juniors, won the PSAC doubles title at the conference’s individual tournament held last month at Shippensburg University. Sophomore Alina Stanila won the singles championship. Under the direction of head coach Pablo Montana, the women’s tennis team has captured four consecutive singles and doubles titles at the annual PSAC Individual Championships. The top-seeded doubles team, Navarro and Kowalski won three straight matches after an opening bye. Top-seeded Stanilla won four singles matches, also after a bye. During Homecoming weekend, the tennis trio competed at the Intercollegiate Tennis Association (ITA) National Small College Championships in Mobile, Ala. Navarro and Kowalski finished fourth, and Stanila placed seventh. The Vulcans’ fall tennis season is complete. The women will open the 2010 portion of their schedule in February with matches against several NCAA Division I opponents, including Ohio State, George Washington (D.C.) and Youngstown State. Cal U’s tennis team has won three consecutive PSAC and NCAA Division II Atlantic Regional
Chancellor Dr. John C. Cavanaugh. “There is no better way to prepare for a successful career than by gaining the real-life and practical experience a high-caliber internship provides.” More than 250 PASSHE students have participated in The Washington Center’s internship program since 2002, including 90 in the past two years. PASSHE students have been placed with a variety of government, business, non-profit and international organizations, including the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and the departments of Commerce and Health and Human Services, the Library of Congress, Voice of America, the Institute of World Politics, the Congressional Hispanic Leadership Institute, the Constituency for Africa, the National Cancer Registrars Association and the Peace Corps. “There is something about the eagerness of students from state universities,” Johnston said. “These students have the competencies to compete with anyone, but sometimes they don’t have the connections they need. We are pleased to be able to help provide them access to these truly life-changing opportunities.”
Presentation Looks at YouTube
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Juniors Laurie Navarro (left) and Nina Kowalski proudly display their PSAC championship plaques.
Championships, with national quarterfinal appearances in 2007 and 2009. Over the past three years Cal has compiled a 77-8 cumulative record.
r. Emily Sweitzer discussed the popular videosharing site YouTube last month at the 39th annual conference of the International Society for Exploring Teaching and Learning. An associate professor of justice and behavioral crime, Sweitzer presented “YouTube Connections: Teaching and Dr. Emily Sweitzer Learning Adventures.” A travel grant from the Faculty Professional Development Committee supported her trip to the conference in Philadelphia. The society explores innovative approaches to teaching and learning. As a board member and the society’s secretary, Sweitzer handled the orientation, welcome and overview of the society for all conference attendees. At the corporate board meetings held before and after the conference, she was involved with reviewing the event and evaluating presentations for awards.
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THE CALIFORNIA UNIVERSITY FORUM November 3, 2009 4:00 p.m LRC Auditorium TENTATIVE AGENDA I. CALL TO ORDER II. ROLL CALL III. ADOPTION OF AGENDA IV. MINUTES OF OCTOBER 6, 2009 (Approved by e-mail ballot – refer to Forum website or Public Folders in Outlook) V. MINUTES OF EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE (Informational Only – Minutes October 20, 2009) VI. PRESIDING OFFICER’S REPORT A. Notice of Executive Committee Meeting: November 17, 2009 – University Community Welcome VII. PUBLIC COMMENTS VIII. INTERPELLATION IX. NEW BUSINESS X. ANNOUNCEMENTS Next FORUM Meeting DECEMBER 1, 2009 XI. ADJOURNMENT
THE CALIFORNIA UNIVERSITY FORUM OCTOBER 6, 2009 / 4:00 p.m., LRC Auditorium APPROVED MINUTES The California University Forum met in regular session Tuesday, October 6, 2009, in the LRC Auditorium. Presiding Officer Hoover called the meeting order at 4:07 p.m. The following senators were in attendance: Ms. Ashley Baird Ms. Brittany Balaz Mr. Rick Bertagnolli Dr. Bill Biddington Mr. Richard Bolinger Ms. Angela Burrows Ms. Roberta Busha Dr. Leonard Colelli Ms. Jackie Davis Ms. Jenna Dunmire Dr. Joyce Hanley Ms. Geraldine Jones Dr. Kevin Koury Dr. John Nass Ms. Rebecca Nichols Dr. Nancy Pinardi Dr. Susan Ryan Mr. Gary Seelye Mr. Paul Sible Dr. Michael Slaven Mr. Bryan Tolle
Dr. Tom Wickham Dr. Brian Wood Dr. Kimberly Woznack
The agenda was presented, approved and the meeting proceeded.
The following were also in attendance: Mr. Douglas Hoover, Presiding Officer Mr. Loring Prest, Parliamentarian Mrs. Dana Turcic, Recording Secretary
Presiding Officer Hoover stated that the approved forum minutes of September 8, 2009 are available on the Forum website (www.calu.edu/forum) or Public Folders in the Microsoft Outlook folder. A hard copy of the executive committee minutes of September 22, 2009, is included in the senators’ packets for informational purposes.
The following senators were absent: Dr. Lenora Angelone Ms. Cinthia Arcuri Dr. Angelo Armenti, Jr. Ms. Jessica Bettilyon Dr. Jane Bonari Ms. Kay Dorrance Ms. Sharon Elkettani Ms. Fran Fayish Ms. Rachel Fletcher Dr. Allan Golden Mr. Thomas Hasbrouck Mr. Keith Kappel Mr. Josh Mrosko Dr. Tom Mueller Ms. Ashley Munoz-Briggs Mrs. Jenifer Sigado Dr. Linda Toth
comments offered at this time. Interpellation There were no questions offered at this time. New Business There was no new business offered at this time.
Presiding Officer’s Report Presiding Officer Hoover noted the next Forum executive meeting will be held on Tuesday, October 20, 2009, in Room 408 of the Manderino Library, and the University Community is welcome to attend. Public Comments There were no public
Announcements/ Adjournment Presiding Officer Hoover noted the next Forum meeting will be held on November 3, 2009. There being no further business, Presiding Officer Hoover adjourned the meeting at 4:09 p.m.
Minutes submitted by Mrs. Dana Turcic, Recording Secretary.
MINUTES APPROVED BY MAJORITY VIA E-MAIL BALLOT.
PASSHE Offering Classes to High School Students
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tudents looking to earn college credits while still in high school could soon have expanded options available through the Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education — and they won’t even have to leave their regular classrooms to take advantage of them. In a program already active through Cal U, qualified high school teachers will work with faculty from selected PASSHE universities to teach the courses to their students. High school juniors and seniors will be able to sign up for classes typically designed for college freshmen. The classes will use the same syllabus — including objectives, content, collegelevel textbooks, assigned readings, instructional materials, assignments, tests, assessments and grading scales — as the courses taught on campuses by University faculty. Students will be assessed the same way—taking the same tests and completing the same assignments, including papers, projects and classroom presentations. “These are the same courses the students would be taking if they were enrolled at any of our universities,” said PASSHE Vice Chancellor for Academic and Student Affairs Jim Moran. “This is an opportunity for high-achieving students to get a real leg up on their college education, even before they set
In a program already active through Cal U, qualified high school teachers will work with faculty from selected PASSHE universities to teach the courses to their students.
foot on campus. “By allowing the courses to be taught in the high schools by qualified high school faculty working hand-in-hand with university faculty, an early start to college should be available to many more students.” Over the next two years, the program could be expanded to include Edinboro and Lock Haven universities as well as Cal U. Depending on the success of the program, it eventually could be offered statewide. The number of “dual enrollment” programs — in which high school
students earn college credit — has been growing. The most common programs involve university faculty teaching the courses, either at the high school or by having the students come to campus to take them. Having high school teachers teach the classes is a newer model. PASSHE worked with the Association of Pennsylvania State College and University Faculties (APSCUF), its faculty union, to develop guidelines for what has been named the PASSHE Concurrent Enrollment Program. “Our organization firmly believes in
expanding access to quality college-level classes,” said APSCUF President Steve Hicks. “We are pleased to have been able to work with the Chancellor’s Office to provide eligible high school students with the opportunity to experience introductory college courses under the guidance of our experienced university faculty.” High schools that wish to participate in the program first must sign a cooperative agreement with a participating PASSHE university. To be eligible to teach a course under the program, a teacher must hold at least a master’s degree with graduate level coursework in the discipline of the course to be taught. A PASSHE faculty member who has taught the same course on campus within the last three years will be designated as the “lead faculty” for the course and is responsible for overseeing course development, implementation and evaluation. In order to be eligible to take a class through the program, a student must be considered “college ready” for the specific course. College readiness may be demonstrated in a variety of ways, including achieving a qualifying score on the Pennsylvania System of School Assessment (PSSA), SAT or the ACT, and overall GPA.
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