FALL 2012
PRESIDENT’S COMMUNITY NEWSLETTER President’s Message Dear UMW Neighbor, As I begin my third year as President, I remain as energized and excited as ever. This University is a very special place, and every day I come to appreciate its uniqueness even more. This past academic year, we marked several milestones. The opening of the William M. Anderson Center ratcheted up UMW school spirit and engaged the community – for Eagle sporting contests, events like the Philharmonic Orchestra and Kenny Rogers feature concert and local high school graduation ceremonies. The UMW Foundation’s Eagle Village mixeduse development continued to thrive, with lively restaurants and shopping, quality office space, and a new connector road to the Mary Washington Hospital campus. Soon, a wonderful Hyatt Place Hotel will be added. As you walk around or through the Fredericksburg campus, you will observe the completion of a beautifully-renovated and expanded Randolph-Mason residence complex, as well as some stunning new artificial turf fields to support intercollegiate athletics and recreational activities. Looking to the future, we are busy constructing an innovative Information Technology Convergence Center, adjacent to Simpson Library in the middle of campus. We are making final preparations to build an incredible new campus center and dining facility on the current site of Chandler Hall. That facility will be a beautiful addition to our campus, and we anticipate that it also will be an accessible asset to the larger community. I encourage our local neighbors and friends to participate actively in the life of the University. Please come to many of our programs, lectures, concerts, plays, and athletic events. You are always welcome at UMW, and I hope you take pride in this gem of a university in our midst. See you on campus! Sincerely,
Richard V. Hurley President
Academic Calendar Fall 2012 Wednesday, August 22............Freshman move-in and orientation Sunday, August 26..................Residence halls open for returning students Monday, August 27.................Fall semester classes begin Saturday, October 13..............Fall Break begins Monday, December 10...........Final exams begin Saturday, December 15..........Residence halls close
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UNIVERSITY OF MARY WASHINGTON OFFERS A WIDE VARIETY OF ACTIVITIES FOR EVERYONE UMW FALL EVENTS New Students Arrive and Fall Semester Begins On Wednesday, August 22, approximately 1,000 new freshman and 250 transfer students will arrive on the Fredericksburg campus to begin orientation. Returning students will filter back to Fredericksburg over the weekend, and fall semester classes will begin on Monday, August 27. While move-in usually goes smoothly and efficiently, area residents should be aware that there may be increased traffic and additional cars as parents come to deliver their sons and daughters to their home-away-from-home. Student orientation will kick off with a series of events including a family BBQ with music on Ball Circle from 5-7 p.m. on August 22. Afterwards, family members will be asked to say their “goodbyes.” The following evening, on August 23, new students and their orientation leaders are invited to Brompton at 6:30 p.m. for an ice cream reception hosted by President and Mrs. Hurley. Students will then make their way to the other end of campus to participate in outdoor activities on the lighted Campus Recreation Field (adjacent to Route 1) from 8-9:30 p.m. Their evening will conclude at 10 p.m. with a candlelight ceremony – the “Eagle Gathering” – on Ball Circle at 10 p.m. The ceremony is a meaningful and reflective experience for our new students. Then, on August 24, an acoustic music event will take place from 8-9:30 p.m. outside the Woodard Campus Center. Other outdoor events slated for Ball Circle during orientation week include a picnic with live music on August 26 from 5:30-8 p.m., a BBQ on August 27 from 4-6 p.m., a community action fair on August 28 from 4-6 p.m., a student organization event on August 29 from 4-6 p.m., and a concert with live music on August 30 from 8-9 p.m. An outdoor event will also take place on the terrace of Lee Hall on Friday, September 7 from 9-11 p.m. featuring acoustic guitarist John Taglieri.
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Fall 2012 Movies on Ball Circle UMW will present two outdoor movies on Ball Circle during the Fall semester. Movies begin at dusk and will take place on Saturday, August 18, and Wednesday, September 5. Family Weekend September 21-23, 2012 Parents and families of UMW students are invited to visit the campus September 21-23 for Family Weekend. The weekend features a myriad of events including the annual 5K run and a cookout and club showcase on Ball Circle. Check out all of the activities at umw.edu/familyweekend. Homecoming October 19-20, 2012 Students and alumni will celebrate Homecoming Weekend October 19-20 with sporting events and an indoor concert Saturday evening. The Alumni Association will host events at the Jepson Alumni Executive Center throughout the weekend to include a breakfast reception, alumni tent party, games, and the Class of 2007 five-year reunion.
Community Outreach and Resources (COAR) Events COAR is a student-run volunteer office at UMW that presents community programs and coordinates weekly volunteer opportunities. Community events during the fall include an on-campus trick-or-treat, Pumpkin Palooza. On a weekly basis, UMW students volunteer through COAR at local agencies such as the Fredericksburg Area Food Bank, Habitat for Humanity, and the SPCA, as well as tutor children at local community centers, mentor teenagers in area middle schools, visit the elderly in area senior homes, and much more. Last year, UMW students volunteered 7,088 hours through these programs. In 2011, Independent Sector estimated the value of an hour of volunteer service to be $21.79. That means in the 2011-2012 academic year, COAR’s economic impact on the local Fredericksburg community totaled $154,447.52. continued on page 3
Campus Changes Hard hats, fences, and barrier tape are becoming more common around campus. All are good signs. Here are the most recent developments:
Randolph and Mason Residence Halls Randolph and Mason residence halls are reopening this fall after renovation and reconstruction. The project involved more than 108,000 square feet of the buildings, of which 14,857 square feet were new construction. Major changes include the installation of elevators and air conditioning systems; the addition of four apartments to house members of faculty and staff; and construction of a multi-media interactive learning space, known as “The Link,� which features three seminar rooms, a television lounge, a group work space, and a large gathering room where students can study and relax between classes.
The Convergence Center Construction on the new Convergence Center has begun. This innovative space, located on Campus Walk next to Simpson Library, will serve as a place where a variety of technology, information, and teaching resources will come together for students, faculty, and staff to interact with one another on both curricular and extracurricular activities. On the outside, the Center will fit in with the Georgian style architecture that unifies the Fredericksburg campus; on the inside, it will be completely 21st century in look and function.
UMW Hyatt Place Hotel In just over one year, the UMW Hyatt Place Hotel will be opening at the Eagle Village mixed-use development. The five-story hotel will be built between the Giant Food store and the connector road between the development and Mary Washington Hospital. The hotel will feature 93 studio rooms or suites, meeting and conference rooms, and 24-hour food and beverage service. The 66,500-square-foot facility also will include an indoor pool and fitness center. In addition, the building will house about 1,600 square feet of retail space.
WELCOME FREDERICKSBURG RESIDENTS Present this coupon at the University of Mary Washington Bookstore and receive 15% off one regularly priced clothing or insignia item and 20% off office supplies* Coupon good through Dec. 21, 2012 (*Some exceptions apply) www.umw.edu/bookstore 540/654-1017 books@umw.edu
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Men’s Tennis SEPTEMBER 15 16 29 30 OCTOBER 1
UMW Kickoff Classic W&L, GMU, Longwood, NCW Division III ITA Regional Division III ITA Regional
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Division III ITA Regional
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Women’s Tennis SEPTEMBER 15 UMW Kickoff Classic TBD 16 UMW Kickoff Classic TBD 22 ITA at UMW TBD 23 ITA at UMW TBD 24 ITA at UMW TBD
Field lighting notice: Please note that the Fall 2012 semester will be the first time the lights will operate on the new Battleground Field “A,” located on Hanover Street next to the baseball field.
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Town and Gown Committee Bringing UMW and the Community Together The Town and Gown Committee was formed several years ago through the efforts of Richard V. Hurley, city officials, and neighborhood leaders. The goals of the committee are to enhance communication between the University and the community and to work collaboratively to solve issues and concerns. The committee continues to be an important venue for enhancing relations between UMW and local residents. Currently, the Town and Gown Committee is comprised of approximately 25 members – heads of neighborhood associations, City Council members, city staff, UMW administrators, student leaders, and representatives from both city and University police. The committee meets four times each year, alternating its meeting site between the University and city facilities. If you have issues or concerns that you would like the committee to consider, please contact the president of your neighborhood association.
continued from page 2 If you would like to learn more about COAR, please visit the Center for Honor, Leadership, and Service website: students.umw.edu/chls. Listed below are the COAR events for Fall 2012: Pumpkin Palooza October 28, 2012, 1-4 p.m. Bring your children, nieces, nephews, and grandchildren to our afternoon of harvest and Halloween crafts, games, and campus trick-or-treat. The event is free for all community members. If you have any questions please visit students.umw.edu/chls or call 540/654-1802.
Be a Patron of the Arts at UMW The University of Mary Washington offers a wide variety of visual and performing arts opportunities. For an up-to-date schedule and information on how you can support the arts, please visit the Arts for the Community website at arts4community.umw.edu. Listed below are various exhibits and programs offered on the Fredericksburg campus during Fall 2012:
Fall 2012 Exhibitions in the UMW Galleries Ridderhof Martin Gallery Phone: 540/654-1171 galleries.umw.edu Relay for Life’s Fight Back 5K November 3, 2012 UMW’s Relay for Life Committee is hosting its 2nd annual Fight Back 5K. The course will run through the campus and surrounding community. As registration information becomes available it will be posted on the Relay for Life website at main.acsevents.org/site/ TR?pg=entry&fr_id=41407. Head Start Gift Box Drive November 1-30, 2012 Throughout November, COAR will be collecting donations of gloves, hats, scarves, and toys for pre-school aged children. The items collected will be packaged into shoeboxes and donated to Head Start Programs in the City of Fredericksburg, Spotsylvania, and Stafford. Please do not include food, religious, or war-related items. Donations can be dropped off at Seacobeck Hall, 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m. If you have any questions, please contact COAR at coarumw@gmail.com or call 540/654-1802.
Reinterpreting the Decorative Arts Sept. 7 – Oct. 5, 2012 Preview Reception: Thursday, Sept. 6, 2012, 5-7 p.m. Lecture: “Process and Paradox” Eric Standley, Associate Professor of Studio Art at Virginia Tech Sunday, Sept. 23, 2012, 2 p.m. University of Mary Washington, Combs Hall, Room 138 Contemporary Work in Fiber Oct. 26 – Dec. 7, 2012 Preview Reception: Thursday, Oct. 25, 2012, 5-8 p.m. Preview Reception presented in conjunction with “Celebrating Fiber Art,” a collaboration with the Fredericksburg Area Museum and the Weavers Guild at LibertyTown Arts Workshop; a Fredericksburg Trolley will circulate continuously to all three venues during the evening, allowing patrons to view four different fiber exhibitions. Lecture: “Contemporary Fiber” Rebecca Stevens, Consulting Curator in Contemporary Textiles, The Textile Museum, Washington, D.C. Sunday, Nov. 4, 2012, 2 p.m. University of Mary Washington, Combs Hall, Room 138 continued on page 4
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duPont Gallery
Mapping Nowhere: Rosemary Jesionowski (Faculty Exhibition) Sept. 7 – Oct. 5, 2012 Preview Reception: Thursday, Sept. 6, 2012, 5-7 p.m.
UMW Helps the Earth Clean Its Water
REDUX: Repurposed Materials Oct. 26 – Nov. 30, 2012 Preview Reception: Thursday, Oct. 25, 2012, 5-7 p.m. Lecture: Joanna Marsh, The James Dicke Curator of Contemporary Art at the Smithsonian American Art Museum, Washington, D.C. Sunday, Oct. 28, 2012, 2 p.m. University of Mary Washington, Combs Hall, Room 138
Fall 2012 Theatre Productions Klein Theatre, duPont Hall Box Office: 540/654-1111 cas.umw.edu/theatre/the-season
Talking With By Jane Martin Sept. 20-30, 2012 Afterwords on Sept. 23, 2012 Into the Woods By Stephen Sondheim & James Lapine Nov. 1-18, 2012 Afterwords on Nov. 4, 2012
Fall 2012 Musical Concerts University of Mary Washington Philharmonic Orchestra 540/654-1012 cas.umw.edu/music
Dodd Auditorium, George Washington Hall October Masterworks “Star Gazing” Oct. 20, 2012 7:30 p.m. Holiday POPS! “The Magic of Christmas” Dec. 6-7, 2012 7:30 p.m.
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When rain, snow, and ice fall from the sky, the words of the ancient writer are true: “the rains fall equally upon all.” This is also true about the construction projects in which the University engages. Across the three campuses, nearly 42” of water in its various forms fell over the course of the past year. That calculates to a staggering 278,956,053 gallons of water. What happens to all of it? Where there is generally undisturbed forest, or other green space, the rain soaks into the ground. That is the best possible solution. Second best is what happens on fields A and D in the Battleground Athletic Complex. Those athletic fields have recently been converted from organic sod to artificial turf. Storm water now falls on the fields with the same effect as if they were forested. The water soaks into the ground beneath and seeps away slowly. Another man-made solution involves creation of bio-filtration areas, where water is channeled from buildings and parking lots through planted areas. They are designed to remove pollutants through the use of specialized organic soils and plant material, allowing cleaner water to enter storm water sewer systems. A variation also being used where space isn’t available is a concrete vault with filter canisters which also outflow to the storm water sewers. Construction projects and other land-disturbing operations require that temporary filtration measures like silt fences and filter rolls be installed and maintained throughout the entire course of the project, until the land is again stabilized with grass, plants, and/or mulch. Through these best management practices, UMW makes every effort to minimize the negative impact of all storm water leaving University property. If you witness any substance entering the municipal storm system from University property that is not composed entirely of storm water, report the occurrence to UMW Facilities Services at 540/654-1047.
Come Cheer the Hometown Team The University of Mary Washington consistently boasts one of the best NCAA Division III athletic programs in the nation. The caliber of competition is top notch, and UMW often sees its teams ranked among the best in the country. Bet you didn’t know that you can attend any of our regular season contests absolutely free!
Here is the Fall home schedule for UMW athletic contests: FIELD HOCKEY SEPTEMBER 4 Roanoke College 4 p.m. 6 Bridgewater College 4 p.m. EAGLES CLASSIC 8 William Patterson vs. McDaniel 11 a.m. 8 Lynchburg College 2 p.m. 9 Lynchburg vs. William Patterson 11 a.m. 9 McDaniel College 2 p.m. 22 York College 1 p.m. 20 Wesley vs. Lynchburg 5 p.m. 25 Catholic University 4 p.m. OCTOBER 2 Eastern Mennonite University 4 p.m. 9 Washington College 4 p.m. 17 St. Mary’s College of MD 4 p.m. 20 Wesley College 1 p.m.
SEPTEMBER UMW CLASSIC 8 UMW vs. Catholic University 12:30 p.m. Rowan College vs. Guilford College 3 p.m. UMW CLASSIC 9 Rowan College vs. Catholic U. 12:30 p.m. UMW vs. Guilford College 3 p.m. 15 Frostburg State University 1 p.m. 29 Wesley College 1 p.m. OCTOBER 2 Howard University 4 p.m. 8 Shenandoah University 4 p.m. 16 St. Mary’s College of MD 4 p.m. 20 Bridgewater College 1 p.m.
MEN’S SOCCER SEPTEMBER UMW SOCCER CLASSIC 1 UMW vs. Hampden Sydney 1 p.m. Marymount vs. Eastern Mennonite 3:30 p.m. UMW SOCCER CLASSIC 2 UMW vs. Eastern Mennonite 1 p.m. Hampden Sydney vs. Marymount 3:30 p.m. 5 Randolph Macon College 4:30 p.m. 12 Catholic University 5 p.m. 26 NC Wesleyan 4 p.m. 6 Wesley College 2 p.m. 7 Kean University 1 p.m. 17 St. Mary’s College of MD 4 p.m. 20 York College 3:30 p.m. 25 Christopher Newport University 3:30 p.m. WOMEN’S SOCCER AUGUST 22 Delaware State 31 Bridgewater College
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VOLLEYBALL AUGUST 31 McDaniel College 7:30 p.m. SEPTEMBER 5 Bridgewater College 7 p.m. 12 Frostburg State University 7 p.m. 21 Virginia Wesleyan College 6 p.m. 26 Salisbury University 7 p.m. 29 Lynchburg College 12 p.m. OCTOBER 4 Gallaudet University 7 p.m. 10 Wesley College 7 p.m. 20 Mary Baldwin College 12 p.m. 25 Catholic University 7 p.m.
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