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T I F F I N U N I V E R S I T Y ’ S W E E K LY E L E C T R O N I C N E W S L E T T E R
DRAGON NEWS
Tiffin University Annual Student Exhibition to Open April 24 at Diane Kidd Gallery Tiffin University’s annual Student Art Exhibition will open with a special reception from 5:30 to 7 p.m. on Thursday, April 24.
Assistant Professor of Art. “While the subject matter is an eclectic, the work exhibited represents the best of Tiffin University's art program.”
The reception will be hosted by TU President and Mrs. Paul Marion, and will also recognize this year’s Tiffin campus graduating seniors.
ABOUT THE DIANE KIDD GALLERY: Through the leadership of former first wife Diane Kidd, the original Tiffin University Art Gallery opened in Franks Hall in 1994. Now located in the Hayes Center for the Arts, the gallery has grown to become one of the finest exhibition spaces in the area – a drawing card for art lovers in northwest Ohio and beyond.
The show and reception will be held at the gallery, located inside the Hayes Center for the Arts on the TU campus. The public is invited to atRegular Diane Kidd Gallery of Art hours tend the opening.
are from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Monday through Thursday, and by appointment. “This year, the student art show will Group tours are also available. More infeature work from regular underformation about the Gallery, tours or spegraduate courses in two-dimensional cial viewings can be obtained by contactand three-dimensional art, including ing Lee Fearnside at fearnprintmaking, drawing, painting, pho- sidel@tiffin.edu.
tography, sculpture and digital design, as well as a special exhibition of advanced undergraduate portfolio projects,” remarks Lee Fearnside,
In this issue:
Issue Highlights:
Activities
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SSC News
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Graduating Seniors Reception
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Holi! (pg. 4) Last Week at TU (pgs. 8-10) Sports News (pgs. 12-13) Events Calendar (pgs. 14) Leadership Park (pg. 18)
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THIS WEEK’S ACTIVITIES Tuesday
Friday
Earth Day information table sponsored by WSA Gillmor Student Center 11:00am - 2:00pm
Meditation Hour Hayes Chapel 2:30 - 3:30pm
GLASS Meeting Main 13 5:00pm
International Student End of the Year Celebration Clover Club 4:00 - 8:00pm
Wednesday
Sunday
Student Leadership Award Ceremony Osceola Theatre 10:00am; doors open at 9:45am
TU Pop Music Group Concert Osceola Theatre 7:00 - 9:00pm
Student Veterans Organization Meeting Franks Hall 5:30pm
SAAB Chisholm Auditorium 8:00pm
HAPPY Bonfire sponsored by Global Leadership Legacy Courtyard 8:00pm
Tiffin University celebrated the official opening of the Exercise Science Lab on
Thursday Art Enthusiasts Meeting Hayes 111 7:30pm Holi - Festival of Colors Legacy Courtyard 7:00pm TU Roman Catholic Club Meeting Gillmor Student Center Lobby 9:30pm 3
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ABOUT DRAGON NEWS Published by the Office of Media Relations & Publications, Dragon News is Tiffin University’s weekly electronic newsletter. To submit news, write copy as you wish it to be read, attach art, and email to DragonNews@t iffin.edu each Monday by Noon. Dragon News will appear in everyone’s email box on Tuesday morning. Full page fliers must be reduced to 1/2 page. If you submit a full page flier, it may be edited to one column (1/2 page either horizontally or vertically). All news is subject to approval.
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Dean Padilla Presents at Webinar Event
STUDENT SUCCESS CENTER As we near the end of the semester, the SSC is still available to help you with last minute assignments, papers, and preparation for exams!
Dean James Padilla participated in the webinar presentation titled "CMS LEAPT Driver Event: Failure to Rescue" as a guest speaker. This event was developed by the Partnership for Patients Campaign as a part of the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) as one of their Leading Edge Advanced Practice Topics (LEAPT). Dean Padilla shared his personal experience and involvement in regards to patient and family engagement in care, as well as the horrible impact of failure to rescue events. Dean Padilla serves as a Patient Safety Champion as designated by the World Health Organization (WHO), a Committee Member with the Nursing Advisory Committee for The Joint Commission and a Board Member for the Nursing Alliance for Quality Care (NAQC), an organization part of the American Nurses Association (ANA).
Peer Tutoring To get the support you need simply call the SSC in Friedley Hall and request an appointment with a tutor. The number is 419-448-3324. We have tutors in nearly all subjects. You can also e-mail us at ssc@tiffin.edu to make an appointment. Finally, you could always just drop by to schedule an appointment or to see if a tutor is available at that moment. The Student Success Center tutoring hours are Monday – Thursday from 9 am to 10 pm, Fridays from 9 am to 3 pm, and Sundays from 5 pm to 9 pm. Power Hours and PAL Sessions For classes that have a PAL component, this is the last week for sessions. This is also the last week for Power Hours. To see the Power Hour schedule please go to: http://www.tiffin.edu/ studentsuccesscenter/math/. One workshop left! Workshops are a great way of learning specific skills and to get co-curricular credit. There is one workshop left. On Wednesday, April 23 there is an “Exam Prep” workshop available at 11:00 am in Hertzer 112. Center Closed The Student Success Center will close for the summer (and permanently) on Thursday, May 1 at 1:00. We will be moving into the Murphy Academic Support Center this summer. We hope you have a great summer and look forward to seeing you back at Tiffin next semester. 5
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Tiffin University Chapter of National Communication Honor Society Announces Inductees Three Tiffin University communication majors are being inducted into the prestigious communication honor society of Lambda Pi Eta this spring. Lambda Pi Eta is the National Communication Association’s official honor society for four-year colleges and universities. As an accredited member of the Association of College Honor Societies, Lambda Pi Eta has active chapters at four-year colleges and universities worldwide, including the Omega Rho chapter at Tiffin University. Tiffin University’s National Communication Association chapter, will recognize Genova Darby, Scott Spangler, and Shelli Smith at an induction ceremony on April 22nd. Dr. Joyce C. Hall-Yates, Dean of the School of Arts and Sciences states: “Ms. Darby, Mr. Spangler, and Ms. Smith should be congratulated as all of them exhibit dedication in their academic work that will be the basis of a successful career. All three represent not just the ideals of Tiffin University, but the coordinated professional guidance that Communications professors have given to them in their academic studies.” Inductees are juniors and seniors with concentrations in journalism, public relations, or electronic media who have met a minimum overall 3.0 GPA. Members of Tiffin University’s chapter have access to a wealth of professional and personal advancement through the Public Relations Society of America (PRSA). PRSA connects communication majors all over the state to discuss business strategies, attend resume workshops, and learn business etiquette. Current members, Ella Rohn, Sarah Boysel, and alumni Bethani Burkhart, have attended PRSA conferences and made PR connections throughout the state. The TU Omega Rho chapter focuses on promoting communication across campus by doing PR for student organizations and holding informational sessions on why communication is necessary in today’s business society. Tiffin University’s chapter also brings organizations together by being actively involved in on-campus organizations. This small, yet effective, group works its way into the system of TU’s student life and promotes the adage “Communication is Key”.
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Tiffin University faculty, staff and students have joined the social movement to support the people of Venezuela.
To show support of the violent clashes between opposition demonstrators and government forces in Venezuela, TU's Office of International Student Advising coordinated activities (signs, posters, as well as face-painting) to prepare for a group photo that is being used as part of the social media campaign to support the people of Venezuela. For more information, please search #sosvenezuela and #prayforvenezuela via Facebook, Twitter, and other social media sites.
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BUSINESS SCHOOL NEWS Gary R. Heminger, who is President and CEO of Marathon Petroleum Corporation, spoke to Tiffin University Organization Theory students during their class Tuesday, April 15. Mr. Heminger discussed how theory relates to business practice within Marathon Petroleum Corporation and students had an opportunity to ask questions. Students in Dr. Kahle-Piasecki’s class are required to complete a virtual team project. One of the teams selected Marathon Petroleum Corporation for their project. Students in the class were excited to have a top business leader and this year’s commencement address speaker meet with them. Franchise Investor, Michael Grimes, recently spoke via a Skype call to Dr. Lisa Kahle-Piasecki’s Small Business Management Class on Tuesday, April 8. Grimes is a former Northwest Ohio resident, living in Georgia. He discussed the advantages of operating a Marco’s Pizza Franchise while maintaining a career in the software industry. He mentioned that he became interested in the franchise after missing Marco’s Pizza from his days living in Ohio. One of the assignments in the class requires students to research a franchise and present their information. Students had an opportunity to ask him questions during the Skype presentation.
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REMINDERS TIFFIN UNIVERSITY HEALTH CARE SERVICES 419.448.3429 WELLNESS & COUNSELING 419.448.3578 Located in the Seneca House
Appointments Preferred Walk-Ins Welcome
OPEN Mon, Tues, Thurs. 8 to 4:30 Wed. 8 to 8 Fri. 8 to 12 NOON Nurse Practitioner Licensed Professional Counselor
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By Shane O’Donnell and moved to second on a Sports Information Director sacrifice bunt. Lento sin-
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Baseball Strong pitching was the story as the Tiffin University baseball team (12-26, 1110 GLIAC) swept Northwood (12-22, 4-16 GLIAC) 10-0 and 8-3, Fridayat Heminger Field. In the opener, sophomore Jordan Widman singled and sophomoreGarrett Vernau was hit by a pitch. Junior Cody Spires ripped a triple to score Widman and Vernau. Spires would score on an error. Freshman Kyle Lento was hit by a pitch and stole second. FreshmanIsaac Perry hit a grounder that was misplayed and put Lento on third. Freshman Devon Fisk singled to score Lento. That was all Tiffin needed to seal the game. For Tiffin, Spires had a triple and home run, scored two runs and drove in four runs, junior Nick Calandra drove in three runs and Vernau had two hits and scored three runs. Sophomore Tyler Nichols (2-1) threw a five-hitter with three strikeouts for the complete game. For Northwood, Jason Wimbury (0-6) gave up three hits, four runs with two earned in one inning. In the nightcap, Northwood had a 2-1 lead heading into the fourth. Spires walked
take the lead. The Dragons could not get a baserunner gled to put runners at the over the last two innings. corners. Perry walked to Yanek took the loss, pitchload the bases. ing 5 innings and allowing 4 Following the second out, hits with one earned run. Fisk and Widman drew Spang finished up the final walks that scored Spires two innings. TU managed 6 and Lento. Vernau singled hits in the game, with Kristhrough the left side to ten Prokopakis getting 2 of score Perry. Calandra then them. Robinson also had a dropped in a single to right double. field that scored Widman and Fisk. The Dragons Women's Lacrosse would hold the Timberwolves to two hits and one Tiffin University (6-10, 4-3 run the rest of the way. GLIAC) had little trouble For Tiffin, sophowith Urbana, opening up a more Logan Sendelbach (2 9-1 halftime margin and -7) gave up five hits, three easily winning 16-1. runs, one earned, walked Tiffin held a 33-12 shot adone and struck out four in vantage while also grabsix innings. bing 20 ground balls to UrSoftball bana's 10. They won the Tiffin University (21-16, 8- draws 12-7 and forced 26 10 GLIAC) drilled three Blue Knights turnovers. home runs in the opener at Jessica Bombard started in Ferris State, leading to a 7- goal, making 2 saves in 28 2 victory. The Dragons then minutes, whileKali Maisadropped the nightcap 3-2 no and Kellie on a late three-run home Gruber finished the game, run by the Bulldogs. making 2 saves apiece. In game one, Cassandra Brown had 3 hits including Emily Roussel tallied 5 a home run for 3 goals with 3 assists and 5 RBI.Madison Yadraw controls to lead the nek and Tamara Link also attack, while Tori Nelhad bombs. Taylor son had 3 goals with 4 Spang and Kristen Robin- ground balls. Gina Abuson had doubles. lone also had 3 goals with 2 assists. Spang picked up the win, tossing 7 innings and allow- Haley Swanson had 2 ing just 5 hits and one goals and 3 assists, Alexis earned run with 7 MacMillan added 2 goals strikeouts. and 2 assists, and Kalie In game two, the Dragons Weinheimer also scored a held a 2-0 lead into the 6th goal. Morgan inning when the Bulldogs Sherley and Sarah Gowhit a three-run home run to an added assists. 12
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Track and Field
Baldwin-Wallace Invitational – Berea, Ohio For the women, Miranda Mondozzi won the hammer with a Provisional toss of 177 feet, seven inch-
New Albany, Ohio April 1920. The Dragons got consistent performances in both rounds, shooting 307 and 308 to finish with 615 and tying Ashland for the fourth spot. Malone won the event with a 595, followed by Northwood's 602 and Ferris State's 607. John Tidenberg was named Second Team All-GLIAC and was the Dragons top shooter at the Invite, finishing with 151 after shooting a steady 75 and 76. Tyler Maranville was right behind with 78-76 for 154, whileCorey Martinez (77-78 -155) and Tyler Schepens (77-78-155) both had identical rounds. Brett Green was fifth for TU with 160. Women's Tennis Tiffin University (20-7) finished its regular season in strong fashion, using a clean sweep by their singles players to power past 4th-ranked (Atlantic Region) West Liberty 7-2.
Men's Golf
TU trailed 2-1 after doubles play. Caroline Nelhage/ Chelsea Beck won an 8-5 decision, but Abigail Schuster/Rachelmary Brozovich fell 9-8 andValentina Mazzola/Malaika Messi lost 8-4.
Tiffin University's men's golf team finished 4th of 13 teams at the GLIAC Spring Invitational played at Winding Hollow Golf Course at
The Dragons pulled out four three-set victories in singles, with all the matches being close. Chelsea Beck battled back from a 3-
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es. Additional victories came from Robyn Banks in Five NCAA Provisional the 400m dash marks were hit as the Tiffin (1:00.85), Sarah Clow in University men's and wom- the shot put (46 feet, 7.50 en's track teams competed inches) and Jessica Kern in at two events. The Dragthe 1500 (4:55.34). ons had 56 top 10 finishes and nine additions to the Runner-up performances school record book. came from Tiffany Anderson in the 400m hurdles Jesse Owens Classic – (1:08.76), Clow in the disColumbus, Ohio cus (139 feet, three inches), Maia Jefferson in the For the women, the 400400m dash (1:01.11), Monmeter relay team dozzi in the shot put (43 of Jasmine Kelley, Theresa feet, ½ inch), Makeela Scott, Taylor DeTisdel in the 200m dash skins and Brittany Dar(26.10) and the 1600m reby ran an NCAA provisional lay team of Andertime of 46.92. That broke son, Alexandria Coleman, the school record of 47.01 Tisdel and Ashley Linset in 2013. Chyna Daton (4:09.69). viswas fourth in the triple jump with a provisional For the men, the Dragons mark of 38 feet, 10.50 inch- won two events - Mike es. Morgan Horn broke her Grunden in the 1500 own school record in the (4:02.81) and Collin pole vault by clearing 11 Tyzinski in the 400m hurfeet, 1.75 inches. dles (57.69). Second place finishes came from Terry For the men, Tony Marshall Evans in the 400m hurdles ran 10.67 to finish second (58.39), Kevin McKown in in the 100m dash. Wilner the 5000 (15:29.78), Zane Marcelin was third in the Lawrence in the shot put 110m hurdles (14.24). Fin- (51 feet, 6.25 inches) and ishing fifth wasAntonio Travis Steinback in the Combs in the triple jump 200m dash (22.31). Ralph (46 feet, eight inches) Robinson was fourth in the and Ishan Garrettin the hammer with an NCAA Pro200m dash (21.33, Provivisional toss of 178 feet, 10 sional). inches.
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TIFFIN UNIVERSITY ARTS & EVENTS MASTER CALENDAR 2013-2014
Spring 2014 Semester DATE: EVENT: PRESENTED BY: LOCATION: CONTACT: ADMISSION:
Thursday, April 24 6:30 – 8 p.m. Senior Reception/Opening for Annual Student Art Show Diane Kidd Gallery Diane Kidd Gallery Lee Fearnside: fearnsidel@tiffin.edu Free
DATE: EVENT: PRESENTED BY: LOCATION: CONTACT: ADMISSION:
Sunday, April 27, 7pm TU Music Spring Showcase Music Department Osceola Theatre 419-448-3366, gig@tiffin.edu Free
DATE: EVENT: PRESENTED BY: LOCATION: CONTACT: ADMISSION:
Thursday, April 24- Thursday, May 15 Annual Student Art Show Diane Kidd Gallery Diane Kidd Gallery Lee Fearnside: fearnsidel@tiffin.edu Free
DATE: EVENT: PRESENTED BY: LOCATION: CONTACT: ADMISSION:
Friday, May 2 and Monday, May 5 (leave at 8:00 am) End of Year Airport Shuttle International Student Services Gillmor Parking Lot; DTW and CMH airports ISS Office 419-448-5133, Transportation@tiffin.edu Free; open to all students who submit request form by April 11th
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Have you considered Grad School? THINK ABOUT IT!
Master of Education (MED)
Why not take some time to consider continuing your education this spring or summer with one of Tiffin University’s graduate programs. Earning a graduate degree will not only help you reach professional goals, but many careers are now requiring an advanced degree. Graduate students are often on the cutting edge of their industries, becoming pioneers in their fields. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the average worker with a master's degree will net an additional $10,000 or more per year than those with only a bachelor's degree. Working only twenty years after earning your master’s degree can bring in additional income of $200,000. The cost of graduate school tuition is obviously well worth the expense. We would love to have an opportunity to discuss our graduate program with you in detail. I also encourage you to complete the online application at http://www.tiffin.edu/apply/ grad/. The application will secure a seat for you in the program and put you on the road to success.
·Information Technology ·Higher Education Administration Master of Humanities (MH) ·Art & Visual Media ·Communication ·English: Literature and Writing ·Creative Writing ·Film Studies Master of Science in Criminal Justice (MSCJ) ·Criminal Behavior ·Crime Analysis ·Forensic Psychology ·Justice Administration ·Homeland Security Administration
Questions? Contact Graduate Admissions
As an alumnus of the Tiffin University bachelor’s at 800-968-6446, ext. 3510 or email degree program you will be eligible for a discount grad@tiffin.edu. on TU graduate school tuition. This discount will save you $150 per credit hour. In addition, as an alumnus, the application is quick and simple! Tiffin University offers a variety of graduate degree programs including: Master of Business Administration (MBA) ·Finance, General Management ·Healthcare Administration ·Human Resource Management ·International Business ·Leadership ·Marketing ·Sport Management 15
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Tiffin Leadership Park The Leadership Seneca County class of 2014 presented their community service project to Tiffin City Council on Monday, February 3, 2014 and was approved by a unanimous 6-0 vote. Leadership Park will be located on the east side of the river, along the water front in an existing grassy area. This area will be developed with the intention for it to be used for Tiffin community events including events for the creative arts and community engagement events. The development of Leadership Park will give a warm welcome coming into the downtown area with beauty and art leading into an inviting historic area that individuals from all over the Country will pass in route to places like Heidelberg University, The Civil War Museum, or the events at the YMCA and Hedges Boyer park. Market Street is the gateway to the downtown area, and it is the hope of Leadership Seneca County Class of 2014 to kick off to the beautification and economic revitalization of our downtown. For more information please visit www.facebook.com/ LeadershipParkTiffin or email LeadershipParkTiffin@gmail.com The mission of Leadership Seneca County is "educating and inspiring individuals to be dynamic leaders and contributors in the workplace and the community".
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PART-TIME HELP WANTED Art Photographer in Findlay is looking for petite female athletes (I.E. dancers or gymnasts). If you are a ballet dancer, pointe work REQUIRED.
Call after 6 PM: 419-722-2469
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Kay Jewelers in the Findlay Village Mall will offer all TU employees (students and alumni included) a discount on May 9.