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Volume 14, Number 26 oCT. 15, 2012 Read the JouRnal online: www.calu.edu/news/the-journal
Convocation Message: Students Come First
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ho are the most important people on campus? Acting President Geraldine M. Jones and the University’s six vice presidents have no doubt: It’s all about our Cal U students. Speaking to about 250 students at the Fall 2012 Student Convocation, President Jones and her Cabinet made it plain that students are important to the entire leadership team. “When I look at this audience I am reminded what a great University we have, and that’s due in large part to all of you,” said President Jones. “Each of you brings your own experiences, thoughts and ideas to this University community. So I ask you to continue to stay involved.” As she did at the Faculty-Staff Convocation held earlier in the semester, President Jones underlined her three primary objectives: to focus on the core mission of educating students, to stabilize enrollment and to institute financial solvency principles. “All of the administrators, faculty and
Acting President Geraldine M. Jones prepares to answer a question at the Oct. 2 Student Convocation while Robert Thorn, vice president for Administration and Finance (center) and Dr. Bruce Barnhart, Acting Provost/vice president for Academic Affairs, look on.
staff are very much aware of our main purpose here at Cal U, which is to serve our students and make sure that you receive an exceptional academic experience,” she said.
She spoke briefly about the reduction in student fees that helped to offset this year’s tuition increase, adding that “we are looking into further cost-cutting measures for you.”
President Jones also assured the students that she is committed to keeping them informed. “It is important that all of us are aware of what is happening at Cal U,” she said. “I want to be open about our challenges, as well as our opportunities.” In a break from tradition, the President shared the podium with members of her Cabinet: Dr. Bruce Barnhart, Acting Provost/vice president for Academic Affairs; Robert Thorn, vice president for Administration and Finance; Dr. Nancy Pinardi, interim vice president for Student Affairs; Craig Butzine, vice president for Marketing and University Relations; Sharon Navoney, interim vice president for University Development and Cal U for Life; and Dr. Charles Mance, vice president for University Technology Services. The administrators fielded students’ questions, which touched on topics ranging from classroom technology and student retention efforts to entertainment options and the need for more fresh produce on campus. — Continued on page 2
Mission Day Goes Back to Basics
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Dr. Sugata Mitra, world-renowned expert on educational technology, will return to Cal U on Wednesday.
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world-renowned expert on educational technology will return to Cal U on Wednesday. Dr. Sugata Mitra, a professor of educational technology at Newcastle University in the United Kingdom, will meet with faculty and students throughout the day, and then deliver a public lecture at 7 p.m. in Steele Hall Mainstage Theatre. A regular participant at TED conferences and symposiums on global education, Mitra is recognized worldwide for research projects that explore the impact of technology on teaching and learning. “We are pleased that Dr. Mitra will share his knowledge and global perspective with our campus community once again,” said Acting President Geraldine M. Jones. “We expect to discuss in greater depth the various ways that technology is reshaping education.” Dr. Joseph Zisk, of the Cal U Teaching and — Continued on page 2
al U will ponder its core mission and envision a new strategic plan on Mission Day XIV, which will be held Oct. 24. Daytime classes will be canceled that day so all members of the campus community can focus on this year’s topic, “Maintaining Our Mission During a Time of Transition.” Registration begins at 8 a.m. in the lobby of Steele Hall. Acting President Geraldine M. Jones will welcome participants and deliver the call to action in Steele Hall Mainstage Theatre. Breakout sessions in Keystone Hall will allow the Cal U community to rediscover our collective roles and responsibilities as we focus on enrollment initiatives and a new strategic plan for the University. After lunch in the Natali Student Center’s Gold Rush room, the final plenary session will begin at 1:30 p.m. in Steele Hall. Mission Day allows all members of the University community to engage in dialogue, share ideas and voice recommendations as equals in order to advance the institution’s mission and goals. President Jones urges all Cal U community to
Monica Ruane, reference librarian, leads a discussion during a breakout session at last fall’s Mission Day. This year’s event takes place Oct. 24.
members to participate in Mission Day and help move the University forward during this time of unique opportunities and challenges. To register online for Mission Day XIV, visit www.calu.edu/events/mission-day .
Modernization Act Focus of Forum
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aculty, staff and students are encouraged to learn more about the Higher Education Modernization Act at a PASSHE Entrepreneurial Forum set for 11 a.m. tomorrow in the Convocation Center’s North Conference Wing. Earlier this year, the General Assembly approved HEMA, a series of measures that will create enhanced entrepreneurial opportunities for the State System and enable its universities to offer new advanceddegree programs that directly address workforce needs. Signed into law by Gov. Tom Corbett, the legislation was
designed specifically to assist PASSHE in these areas. HEMA will make it easier for PASSHE faculty and staff to bring to market products and services developed through their research efforts. Some employees could, in fact, create their own companies, providing students with new internship and career opportunities. The change in the law also could create new revenue sources for the universities. Also under the act, all 14 PASSHE universities now are permitted to offer applied doctoral
degrees — advanced degrees designed to prepare graduates for careers in fields such as health care, pharmaceutical product development and other high-demand areas. The forum will be broadcast live from Bloomsburg University. Speakers will include Chancellor John C. Cavanaugh; Dr. Ronald J. Huss, associate vice president for research and technology transfer and director of the Office of Technology Management at Penn State University; and Jim Rooney, president of Advanced Manufacturing Technology Ventures of Wexford.
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’Bots Builders Hear Welcome News on Jobs
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he business and education communities must work together to address a growing labor shortage in the 10-county Greater Pittsburgh Metro region. That was the message from Bill Flanagan, keynote speaker at the BotsIQ Kickoff held Oct. 4 in the Convocation Center. “We have a real labor supply challenge in this region,” said Flanagan, executive vice president for the Allegheny Conference and host of WPXI-TV’s Our Region’s Business. “The biggest question mark has to do with the workforce. We have all the tools and infrastructure in the region. … What we don’t have is enough collaboration to get the job done.” More than 100 students, educators and industry representatives listened to Flanagan and received detailed information about the 2013 BotsIQ competitions. Known as the “smart sport,” BotsIQ asks students across the nation to use science, technology, engineering and math to build robots that compete in gladiatorstyle tournaments. The program introduces teens to high-tech careers and gives them hands-on experience with skills used in manufacturing and other industries. Teams from 50 southwestern Pennsylvania high schools and career and technology centers used the kickoff event at Cal U to learn organizing tactics, safety
Teams from 50 southwestern Pennsylvania high schools and career and technology centers used the Oct. 4 BotsIQ kickoff event at Cal U to prepare for April’s competition at the Convocation Center.
measures and best practices for building competitive ’bots. But before the audience got down to the science of building a perfect robot, they heard Flanagan unveil some surprising jobs data for the region. “We rank No. 3 in the U.S. in business expansions and attractions,” he said. “We are seeing manufacturing companies invest here in Pennsylvania, and we have
GRANTS AWARDED The Office of Grants and Contracts reports these grant awards: • Donna George and Dr. Timothy Susick, of the Department of Student Affairs, have been awarded $2,500 through the Cardinal Health Collegiate Grant Program. The funding will be used for educational programming for preventing the abuse and misuse of prescription medications. • Christine Crawford, chair of the Department of Academic Development Services, has been awarded $284,754 in continuation funding for student support services from the U.S. Department of Education.
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The Office of Grants and Contracts serves faculty and staff by providing comprehensive resources related to external funding for sponsored projects. The OGC provides support in developing proposals for funding from federal, state and local grants, contracts, foundations and related associations. For more information call 724-938-1662 or e-mail vogrig@calu.edu .
become a national leader in seven different industries.” Flanagan also noted that plenty of good jobs are likely to be available for mechanical engineers and other workers with STEM skills. Students in attendance were particularly happy to hear that their interest in robotics could make them employable in southwestern
Innovative Educator Returns — Continued from page 1 Learning Center, will organize conversations with Mitra within Cal U’s colleges. The dean will join faculty members and students in a dialogue about areas of interest. Last fall Mitra discussed his ideas about “minimally invasive learning” at Mission Day. He also described his groundbreaking “hole in the wall” experiments, which demonstrated the power of curiosity to stimulate selfinstruction and peer-shared knowledge. He and his research partners placed an Internetconnected computer behind a hole in a wall in urban slums and rural villages in Third World nations. A hidden camera showed children playing with the device, although they never had been taught to use a computer. Soon they were looking up information online and teaching each other what they had learned. In keeping with the theme of the day, Cal U anticipates streaming Mitra’s lecture online and arranging an interactive videoconference with a local school district. Mitra’s evening lecture is free and open to the public; the entire campus community is urged to attend. Cal U also has sent a special invitation to K-12 teachers in the region, who can earn Act 48 credits for attending. Dr. Sugata Mitra will discuss technology’s impact on education at 7 p.m. Oct. 17 in Steele Hall Mainstage Theatre. Admission is free. Visitor parking is available on campus.
Convocation Message: Students First — Continued from page 1 Daeshawn Ballard, president of the Underground Café, asked the administrators to comment on what motivates them to come to work each day. “This University has been very good to me,” said Barnhart, one of four Cal U alumni on the panel. “I sincerely want to serve the students and give something back. We are all here to help you succeed.” The candid approach to Student Convocation appeared to make a favorable impression. Sophomore Sam Stuckey, a commercial music technology major, said he believes the students who attended the convocation “got a lot out of it.” “Had there been more time, I think the students would
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Pennsylvania. “It was really exciting to hear about the projected number of jobs that will be available for us in the future,” said Jared Cappelli, a junior at Albert Gallatin Area School District in Uniontown, Pa. “This entire day gives you a good outlook, not only for the BotsIQ competitions, but the robotics, engineering and manufacturing industries in general.” Students and teachers spent the afternoon networking with manufacturing representatives, discussing bracketing and seeding for preliminary and final BotsIQ competitions, and conducting electrical wiring reviews. More than 60 teams and their robots are slated to return to the Convocation Center April 19-20 for the final rounds of the Southwestern Pennsylvania Bots IQ Competition. The program has grown since six teams clashed in the 2005 competition. With increasing workforce needs in mechanical engineering- and roboticsrelated fields, more teams can be expected in the future. “Industries and businesses have got to get involved in internships, job shadowing and training for students,” said Flanagan. “This particular program (BotsIQ) offers great opportunity for engagement between industries and students. There really is tremendous opportunity here.”
have kept raising their hands and asking more questions,” he said. “From listening to the administrators, I think the staff is concerned and cares what the students think about the school and how to make it better.” President Jones suggested that the spring convocation would follow the same format, so that she and her colleagues can hear what students have to say. “All of us have a vested interest in what goes on here at our University,” she said. “This great institution belongs to all of us, and it takes all of us to move Cal U forward.” The Office of Continuous Improvement provides an Electronic Suggestion Box so members of the campus community can ask questions or make recommendations. To complete an online form, visit www.calu.edu , keyword “suggestion box.”
Taking Aim
Bryan Engel, Cal U event promoter, and his daughter, Paige, practice their archery skills near Frich Hall during the seventh annual Family Field Day. Presented by the student chapter of The Wildlife Society, this year’s event was part of the campuswide Family Day celebration on Sept. 22.
Sex Ed ‘Boot Camp’ Tonight
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uthors Dr. Joni Frater and Esther Lastique will host an interactive “boot camp” about sexual health from 7-9 p.m. tonight in the Performance Center. The presentation provides basic information and advice on topics such as sexual anatomy, responsibility and safe sex practices. The presenters are the co-authors of “Lover Her Right: The Married Man’s Guide to Lesbian Secrets for Great Sex!” The presentation is sponsored by the Wellness Center. For more information e-mail nurse practitioner Fran Fayish at fayish@calu.edu .
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Fair Opens Door to Jobs for Students, Graduates
Cal U’s First-Year Seminar course designed specifically for veterans has made Joseph and Danielle Bryan’s transition from military life to the University environment a smooth one. The Bryans and the class recently toured Manderino Library.
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First-Year Seminar Aids Vets
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edically retired after being injured in Iraq three years ago, Staff Sgt. Joseph Bryan has begun a new phase of his life at Cal U, where he is majoring in business administration. Joining him on campus is his wife, Danielle, a biology major. The Bryans, who have three children, are enjoying a smooth transition from military life to the University environment — in part, they say, because of a First-Year Seminar course designed specifically for veterans. The one-credit course, which includes all the information available to all First-Year Seminar students, was offered for the first time this semester. Bryan was a full-time Army officer for 14 years, until his injuries and a degenerative disc disease ended his military career. He took some online courses at Central Texas College before returning to southwestern Pennsylvania. A native of Smithton, Pa., he started classes at Cal U earlier this year. His wife, a Charleroi native, enrolled this fall. The new course and its military focus have been most beneficial, said Bryan, who became president of the Veterans Club this semester. “There are a lot of things that pertain to us, as nontraditional students, that do not pertain to the ‘regular’ students,” he said. “This class has helped us in a number of ways.” Bryan said the course helped to
familiarize the couple with campus facilities, and he appreciates the wide array of guest speakers, ranging from Veterans Affairs staff to marriage counselors and medical personnel. “Danielle is always asking questions, and the speakers they are bringing in have shown us many opportunities and benefits that we would not have known about if not for this course,” he added. Planning for the course began two years ago, said Capt. Robert Prah, director of Cal U’s Office of Veterans Affairs. He collaborated on the project with Dr. Michael Hummel, of the Department of Justice, Law and Society, and Dr. Harry Langley, the former associate provost for student retention. Only a few universities offer such a course, Prah said. What sets it apart is the team-building it fosters and the interpersonal relationships that derive from it, he added. GI Jobs magazine recently named Cal U one of the nation’s top Military Friendly Schools® for the fourth year in a row. Publications such as Military Edge also have recognized the University for its commitment to military veterans and their families. “The first semester is critical, not only on the academic side, but also for the veterans’ success in general,” Prah said. “Most of our student veterans have been deployed at least once, and it’s a whole new ballgame when they come back and go to school. This class is
important. It helps them get on the right track.” Dr. Mary Kreis, an associate professor in the Department of Exercise Science and Sport Studies, is teaching the new course. Commissioned as a second lieutenant in the U.S. Army’s Medical Service Corps, Kreis accepted a medical discharge in 2006 with the rank of major in the U.S. Army Reserve. Kreis said she is honored to teach a course that brings together many aspects of her own life. “Whether I answer a question, lead them in the right direction or just listen to their story, this is a great opportunity to help these students incorporate their military lives into civilian life,” she said. “There’s no better way I can give back to my country and help the military.” The instructor’s military background enhances the course, Bryan said. “I can explain to her what I’ve been through, and she understands perhaps more than a regular professor would,” he said. “I think it’s wonderful she’s here and doing this for us.” Prah and Kreis both emphasized that the First-Year Seminar for veterans demonstrates Cal U’s dedication to the success of its students. “By having a course that focuses on the veterans in their first year, we can hit their needs directly and also find out what other questions they might have,” Kreis said.
ore than 120 companies and organizations plan to recruit college students and graduates for internships and full-time jobs at the WestPACS Job & Internship Fair from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Wednesday at the Monroeville Convention Center. Organizations recruiting include the Department of Justice, Highmark, Mylan, the state Department of Environmental Protection, PNC, U.S. Steel, Westinghouse, WTAE and many more. Students and alumni can pre-register to attend, free of charge, online at www.westpacs.org through midnight tonight. Registration at the fair will cost $10 (cash only). Cal U is part of the Western Pennsylvania Association of Career Services (WestPACS), a consortium of 44 western Pennsylvania colleges, universities and community colleges. “The WestPACS Job & Internship Fair features full- and part-time employment, internships and co-op opportunities, both regionally and nationally,” explained Rhonda Gifford, past president of the WestPACS fair and Cal U’s director of Career Services. She still assists with the organization’s annual event. “Hundreds of Cal U students and graduates have received interviews and their first job or internship offer by going to the WestPACS Job & Internship Fair.” Sheana Malyszka, employer development coordinator for Cal U’s Career Services, is on the executive board for this year’s event. “Job-seekers will be able to discuss current openings and network with employers who are hiring in numerous career fields,” she said. “It is the premier job fair for college students and graduates in western Pennsylvania.”
PEMA Director Headlines Security Conference
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operating officer for Allegheny County, where lenn M. Cannon, director of the he was responsible for nearly 8,000 Pennsylvania Emergency employees, a $1 billion budget and service for Management Agency, will be the 1.4 million residents. keynote speaker at Cal U’s sixth annual Acting President Geraldine M. Jones will Conference on Homeland and International offer opening remarks, and four presentations Security, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Oct. 23 in the are planned: Performance Center. • At 9:30 a.m., Dr. Raymond Hsieh, The theme for this year’s conference is associate professor in Cal U’s Department of “Managing the Disaster.” Justice, Law and Society, will discuss Cannon, who was appointed PEMA Glenn M. Cannon “Managing the Cyber Disaster.” He is a director in January 2011, will discuss statecertified computer forensic examiner and an editorial level emergency management plans and resources from reviewer for seven journals in his field. 12:30-1:30 p.m. • At 10:30 a.m., Dr. Rick Periandi, director of PEMA coordinates state agency response to support Security at the Reading (Pa.) Hospital and Medical county and local governments in the areas of civil defense, disaster preparedness, planning, and response to Society, will discuss the trauma center’s role in mitigating the effects of a disaster. and recovery from man-made or natural disasters. • At 1:45 p.m., Dr. Karl Williams, chief medical Cannon previously served as senior vice president in examiner for Allegheny County, will discuss managing the Pittsburgh office of Hillard Heintze LLC, Strategic mass fatalities. Security Advisors, where he consulted on homeland • At 2:45 p.m., Kevin Angelilli, a retired police chief, security and emergency and disaster management and author and public safety diving expert, will discuss communications. maritime disasters and search-and-rescue operations. As an assistant administrator in the Department of Past conferences have attracted a mix of law Homeland Security’s Federal Emergency Management enforcement and security professionals, educators and Agency, he was in charge of disaster operations. students. He also served as county manager and chief
“This is a private and public partnership coming together to defend our homeland and provide better security for our citizens,” said Dr. Michael Hummel, associate professor of Leadership and Security Studies. “This conference is also an excellent networking opportunity for our students, and we are honored to have two distinguished alumni among our guest speakers.” The conference is sponsored by the Department of Justice, Law and Society at Cal U. It is open to professionals in the security and disaster management fields, as well as the general public. Cost is $35; fee includes lunch and a certificate of completion. To register as an individual, send a check for $35 payable to “Foundation for California University” (include “JLS” in the memo line). Mail checks to Dr. Emily Sweitzer, Security Conference Co-Chair, California University of Pennsylvania, Department of Justice, Law and Society, P.O. Box 30, California, PA 15419. Registration information for groups and corporations is online at www.calu.edu ; look for the event in the “News” or “Events” carousel on the homepage. For more information, contact Dr. Emily Sweitzer at 724-938-4438 or sweitzer@calu.edu , or Dr. Michael Hummel at 724-938-6043 or hummel@calu.edu .
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Burkholder Played Key Role in Early ’90s Softball Dynasty Editor’s Note: Cal U held its 18th annual Athletic Hall of Fame Banquet Oct. 12 at the Performance Center in the Natali Student Center. Throughout the fall, the Journal is profiling each of the 2012 Hall of Fame inductees.
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ori Burkholder was a four-year starting centerfielder for the women’s softball team from 1990-1993. She was a three-time National Fastpitch Coaches Association (NFCA) All-Region and All-Conference selection and a second-team All-American in 1993. Making an immediate impact, Burkholder batted .349 her freshman season. She was second on the team in triples with four, and third in stolen bases, with eight. She helped the 1990 team compile a 36-10 record and make the first of 21 NCAA Division II postseason tournament appearances. With her in the outfield, the Vulcans won three of five Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference tournament games to reach the championship finals and placed second at the NCAA II Mid-Atlantic Regional. The achievements continued in 1991, when Burkholder batted .341 and led the team with 47 runs, 23 walks and 27 stolen bases — still a school record. That year, the Vulcans became the first women’s team at Cal U to earn a PSAC championship, finishing at 47-11, a team record at the time. Burkholder fondly recalls the excitement of dethroning eight-time defending conference champion Bloomsburg and the fierce rivalry between the two teams, which began during the 1990 post-season. Cal beat the Huskies 6-1 in the 1991 title game. “It was special to be part of that first state title team and mind-boggling to finally knock Bloomsburg off their pedestal,” she said. “The rivalry happened right away, and winning that was definitely a highlight.” Burkholder batted .401 in 1992 and was the team leader in six offensive categories: hits (57), runs (42), triples (9), walks (14), stolen bases (17), and atbats (142). The Vulcans won 31 games,
A 1993 All-American centerfielder who finshed with a .385 batting average, Lori Burkholder is the 14th softball player to make the Cal U Hall of Fame.
a fourth straight PSAC-West crown and again qualified for both PSAC and NCAA post-season play. A model of consistency, Burkholder batted .447 in 1993, a team and personal best. She again led the team with 67 hits, 56 runs, five triples, 15 walks, 21 stolen bases and 150 at-bats. That year Cal U finished with a 34-9 overall record, won another PSAC-West title and finished second and third at the PSAC and NCAA regional tourneys, respectively. Burkholder remains the program’s career leader in triples (22) and stolen bases (73). Her .385 career batting average ranks sixth in program history. She is listed in the PSAC singleseason record books for her nine triples in 1992 (fourth), 56 runs in 1993 (ninth) and 27 stolen bases in 1991 (10th). Her 23 career triples are third among all PSAC players, her 157 runs are 15th and her 203 hits are 30th. Burkholder recalls struggling at the start of her freshman season before she switched to batting left-handed during the team’s season-opening trip. The speedy leadoff hitter went on to produce 52 extra-base hits and six career home runs. “I jokingly switched batting sides, and the slap-bunting really worked,” she said. “Then I somehow was able to hit with power as an un-natural left-handed
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batter. It was crazy.” Cal’s cumulative record during the Burkholder years was 148-40-1, with a 36-4 PSAC-West mark. Burkholder is the fourth player from the 1991 PSAC-title team to receive the University’s highest athletic honor, joining Paula Mastrean ’91, Deb Kopacko ’92 and Stacy Eppinger ’93 in the Hall of Fame. Former coach Linda Kalafatis ’88 also is a member. “Coach Kalafatis recruited me for my speed, took a chance on me and never stopped believing in me,” Burkholder said. “I remember at a home game I let a ball go through my legs in the field and just hung my head. “Coach took me behind the dugout, literally picked me up and said she has never given up on me and never wanted me to give up on her or the team. Since then I’ve always been determined in whatever I do and she was a big influence.” Kalafatis left Cal U for Division I opportunities following Burkholder’s senior season. She has won more than 800 career games in 24 years of coaching, and she speaks highly of the versatile Burkholder. “Lori was the total package,” recalled Kalafatis. “Her speed and power at the leadoff spot gave us many options, and she was a very dangerous player for our opponents. She was also extremely competitive and wanted to win so badly. She was a great player and a great person to have on your team.” Originally from Carmichaels, Pa., and a 1990 graduate of Carmichaels Area High School, Burkholder was a three-time all-conference scholastic athlete in softball and basketball. She becomes the 14th softball player to make the Cal U Hall of Fame. Burkholder has been a member of the Pittsburgh Passion since the professional women’s football team’s inception in 2002. She began as a quarterback but switched to running back and helped the Passion conclude an undefeated 2007 season by winning the National Women’s Football Association championship. Burkholder lives in Bobtown and works as a medical assistant at the Lions Medical Center in Dry Tavern, Pa.
One-Acts Spotlight Student Directors
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he public may attend “An Evening of One-Acts,” a series of creative short plays directed by students and presented by the Department of Theatre and Dance. Curtain time is 8 p.m. Thursday and Friday, and 2 p.m. and 8 p.m. Saturday. All performances are in the Gerald and Carolyn Blaney Theatre in Steele Hall. The department’s first performance of the Fall 2012 semester features plays that may be irreverent or
enlightening, but always entertaining. Subject matter may not be suitable young children. The student directors are Kara Burkhart, Breanna Otto and Sam Silva. Bridget Rogan is the stage manager. Cost is $12 for adults, seniors and children. Students with valid CalCards are admitted free; they must leave a $5 deposit that will be returned if they attend performance. For ticket information, or to order tickets (with a credit card) by phone, call the Steele Box Office at 724-938-5943.
Athletic Training Program Reaccredited Cal U’s graduate program in athletic training has been reaccredited through 2016 by the Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education. CAATE is responsible for the accreditation of more than 350 professional (entry-level) athletic training educational programs, and it recently added post-professional athletic training program accreditation. The Cal U program has been accredited since 1994 through the National Athletic Trainer’s Association (NATA), a professional membership association for certified athletic trainers. Prior to 2012, all postprofessional athletic training programs were accredited by NATA, but in June the organization approved moving education programs to CAATE. Cal U became the first CAATEaccredited post-professional program. It now is recognized as one of only 16 accredited postprofessional athletic training programs in the United States.
Second Presidential ‘Debate Watch’ Tuesday Cal U’s participation in Debate Watch continues at 9 p.m. Tuesday, with the second presidential debate of the 2012 election season. The political face-off will be shown in Eberly Hall, Room 110. Serving as Debate Watch facilitators after the televised debate will be Dr. Melanie Blumberg, LaMont Coleman, Joy Helsel and student Camilla Cionni. Debate Watch is a nationwide program held under the auspices of the Commission on Presidential Debates. The University’s “watch parties” are sponsored by the American Democracy Project at Cal U. Admission is free, and the public may attend. Visitor parking is available in Vulcan Garage, off Third Street near the campus entrance The third and final presidential debate will be televised on Oct. 22 with Cal U faculty member Dr. Gwendolyn Perry-Burney and student Charles Gilliam-Brownlee facilitating the post-debate discussion.
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