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ECSU University/Public Rela ons 1 of 3 h p://www.easternct.edu/universityrela ons/images/happenings/v5i2/... Newsflash   Page 1 Click here to go to Page 2 October 17 , 2007 - Volume 5, Issue 2 Renovated Student Center Dedicated left to right: Lawrence D. McHugh, chairman, CSUS Board of Turstees; Reanne V. Curtis, DPW Commissioner; Eastern President Elsa M. Nuñez; David G. Carter, Sr., CSUS Chancellor; Sulthana Sayed, SGA president; and Paul Bryant, acting vice president of student affairs. President Nuñez applauds the many people who have made the new Student Center a reality. Department of Public Works (DPW) Commissioner Reanne V. Curtis, David G. Carter, chancellor of the Connecticut State University System and former Eastern president, and other state officials joined President Elsa M. Nuñez and the campus community when Eastern dedicated its new Student Center on Sept. 25. The ribbon-cutting ceremony took place on the plaza in front of the facility. The remodeled and expanded student center features a fitness center, bookstore, theatre, coffeehouse, snack bar, several open lounge areas, conference and meeting rooms, and offices for student clubs and organizations. President Nuñez thanked Governor M. Jodi Rell, CSUS Board of Trustees Chairman McHugh, the Board of Trustees, and the Connecticut Legislature for their leadership in making the Student Center a reality. The president said the real power of the facility will be the memories students build and carry with them after they leave Eastern. “Students will mature in this building as they debate financial aid, public policy issues, and nurture leadership qualities. With the Center becoming the hub of campus life, we can give students more opportunities for civic engagement and leadership, reinforcing the learning that occurs in the classroom. The new Student Center is a critical element of our vision of a well-rounded liberal arts experience.” “DPW is proud of this fine project,” said Commissioner Curtis. “It represents the future of Eastern. I am looking forward to coming back when Eastern unveils its new science center.” Chairman McHugh said, “The sun is shining on Eastern today. I am so proud of President Nuñez and her team and the job they are doing here at Eastern.” McHugh praised Governor Rell and the state legislature for their support of this project and for being totally committed to higher education in Connecticut. Ken Bedini, acting dean of students, called the facility “the dream of many people working together,” adding that “the structure gives new energy and new life to the campus community.” Chancellor Carter added, “The primary infrastructure of any society is an educated society.” He encouraged the audience to “dare to dream, and realize realize why we are here, to touch the lives of students today and tomorrow.” Board of Trustees Meets at Eastern During the regular meeting of the Board of Trustees of the Connecticut State University System, held at Eastern, President Elsa M. Nuñez outlined Eastern’s 2008–2013 Strategic Plan. Nuñez said the draft plan represents the cumulative efforts of more than 250 faculty, students, staff, administrators, alumni, and friends of the University, who have invested more than 10,000 hours of their time to create a visionary plan for Eastern’s future. “For me, this planning 10/29/2014 11:33 AM ECSU University/Public Rela ons 2 of 3 h p://www.easternct.edu/universityrela ons/images/happenings/v5i2/... process was very helpful in my first year at Eastern. By being immersed in the process, I immediately learned a great deal about the University while also building invaluable relationships.” Saying that Eastern’s vision is to be a “University of First Choice,” Nuñez said, “Planning must come from who we are. This plan is grounded in our values and I believe the entire campus community is behind it. These times demand innovation and accountability. We have it.” Nuñez said, “I believe we are on our way to presenting a final plan to the University Senate later this fall, in preparation for Board approval next spring." The Strategic Plan is available at: http://www.easternct.edu/COFE/Strategic_Planning/ Eastern Families Have Fun at Family Weekend More than 600 students and their families took advantage of a barbeque picnic, family fun games, and Eastern’s Warriors competing on the athletic field during Family Weekend, Sept. 29-30. Following the picnic, parents and other family members joined Eastern students to enjoy the humor of The Capitol Steps in the Francis E. Geissler Gymnasium. Chase Enterprise Institute Hosts U.S. FTC Commissioner On Sept. 13, the Honorable Pamela Jones Harbour, U.S. Federal Trade Commissioner, spoke on the topic, “Regulatory Issues in the U.S. Economy,” in the Paul E. Johnson, Sr. Community Conference Room of the J. Eugene Smith Library. She addressed two issues critical to her agency — protecting consumers’ privacy and false advertising. Jones-Harbour noted that while “a small minority of people is willing to go on the Jerry Springer show, or blog on the Internet to share the intimate details of their lives, the majority of consumers value their privacy. 148 million consumers have voluntarily registered phone numbers in the commission’s Do-Not-Call Registry, protecting consumers from unsolicited telemarketing calls.” JonesHarbour said the commission takes violation of privacy seriously, noting that the FTC levied its largest civil penalty ever in 2006 — $10 million in civil penalties and $5 million in consumer redress against ChoicePoint for data security failures relating to the sharing of consumer credit reports. Jones-Harbour was brought to campus by the David T. Chase Free Enterprise Institute. Capitol Steps Kick Off Eastern's Arts & Lecture Series 10/29/2014 11:33 AM ECSU University/Public Rela ons 3 of 3 h p://www.easternct.edu/universityrela ons/images/happenings/v5i2/... On Sept. 29, a crowd of 700 people in the Francis E. Geissler Gymnasium enjoyed the performance of The Capitol Steps, the Washington, D.C.-based group of Capitol Hill workers known for its fun way of spinning current political events into satirical performances. One observer said, “I believe that if you’re not laughing, you’re not living, and The Capitol Steps are so funny. I had the time of my life.” The group got its start in December 1981 when founding members got together at a holiday party to create parodies about the political goings-on of their day. Their impromptu act quickly grew into something more, and gained the attention of the public and the media. Today, The Capitol Steps are hugely popular with songs like “Unzippin’ My Doo-Dah” and “First Lady and the Tramp,” and have released 30 albums in their 25 years of performance. Echo Uganda Helps Covenant Soup Kitchen On Sept. 22, more than 100 people helped celebrate and support the Covenant Soup Kitchen’s 26th year as Eastern hosted a benefit concert by Echo Uganda in the Betty R. Tipton Room of the new Student Center. Echo Uganda is a group of local musicians, led by Ugandan-born Gideon Ampiere, who perform their special brand of entertaining music using traditional East African acoustic instruments. They also use traditional storytelling, dance, and music performance to provide educational workshops about culture and music of East Africa. In addition to local Connecticut performances, Echo Uganda also has performed in New York City and Toronto, Canada. Page 1 Click here to go to Page 2     83 Windham Street, Willimantic, Connecticut 06226 USA | Phone Number: 860-465-5735 Fax: 860-465-5083 | Contact Us | University Disclaimer | ECSU Home 10/29/2014 11:33 AM ECSU University/Public Rela ons 1 of 4 h p://www.easternct.edu/universityrela ons/images/happenings/v5i2/... Newsflash   Page 2 Click here to go back to Page 1 Go Warriors! President Elsa M. Nuñez joined Eastern student-athletes for a fall pep rally in the Francis E. Geissler Gymnasium. Scholars from Thailand Visit Eastern     Front row, left to right, are Jeeraphan Sksri-ngarm, Dean of the Faculty of Sciences, MSU; Eastern President Elsa M. Nuñez; Anchalee Wongla, Fulbright Exchange Scholar from Chiang Mai Rajabhat University; Chutima Ruanguttamanun, assistant to the president for International Relations, MSU; Paitoon Suksri-ngarm, Dean of the Faculty of Graduate Studies, MSU; Sittisak Janthasamood, head of the Office of Central Unit (MSU); Kornkanok Tiparos, faculty of Accountancy and Management (MSU); and Rhona Free, Eastern’s interim vice president of academic affairs. Back row, left to right, are Mongkhon Moungkieo, Dean of the Faculty of Accountancy and Management, MSU; Lisa Rowe Fraustino, English professor and 2006 Fulbright Scholar; Prapruke Ussahawanitchakit, deputy dean of the Faculty of Accountancy and Management (MSU); David Stoloff, chair of the Eastern Department of Education and 2007 Fulbright Exchange Scholar to Chiang Mai Rajabhat University. English Professor Lisa Rowe Fraustino received a gift from Paitoon Suksri-ngarm, dean of the Faculty of Graduate Studies, Mahasarakham University (MSU), one of several scholars from Mahasarakham University in Thailand who worked with Fraustino in 2006 during her research and consultation as part of the Fulbright Scholar Program. Habitat for Humanity 10/29/2014 11:33 AM ECSU University/Public Rela ons 2 of 4 h p://www.easternct.edu/universityrela ons/images/happenings/v5i2/... Eastern students and Habitat volunteers work on the siding of the seventh home being built by Windham Area Habitat for Humanity. Construction began earlier this summer and the new homeowners, who also contributed 250 hours of "sweat equity" on the house, expect to move in the spring of 2008. Eastern has had a campus chapter of Habitat for Humanity for 10 years, with more than 50 students actively involved in building, fundraising, and community outreach. The goal of Habitat for Humanity is to provide decent, affordable housing for families in need, and to build relationships and community spirit across the borders of culture and status. Blood Drive Results Eastern’s first American Red Cross Blood Drive of the school year was a huge success. Blood drive organizer Irene Cretella sends a huge thank you to Carla Sheldon, John Bazin, and Katie Russo who helped organize student volunteers and many of the behind-the-scenes projects. In addition, the drive resulted in 190 pints of blood during the two-day event, exceeding the goal of 150 pints. Cretella sends special thanks to nearly 20 faculty and staff who assisted or participated in the drive. Finally, she tips her hat to Joyce Sagal and the student from Campus Ministry for securing lots of pizza from Fred’s Brick House Café. The next blood drive will be Dec. 3–5. Study Abroad Fair a Success More than 250 students stopped to talk with 10 vendors at the Study Abroad Fair held on Sept. 20. The vendors represented more than 50 foreign universities. Kudos The artwork of Visual Arts Associate Professor Qimin Liu was part of the live auction at the First Annual Splendor Gala on Oct. 6 to benefit the Wadsworth Atheneum Museum of Art. Auction items are available for previous through the day of the event. Professor Liu’s work is “Portraits of Homeless #7. His painting, “Amy,” was part of the evening’s silent auction as well. Eastern Gets Grant for Canadian Studies For the fifth consecutive year, Eastern’s Canadian Studies program is a recipient of a $4,500 grant from the Canadian government. Professor Robert Horrocks, who leads the program’s advisory committee, said the money will be used to support Canadian Studies curriculum by bringing Canadian faculty members to campus to speak with students and faculty, develop collaborative research projects and encourage Eastern students to study in Canada. Eastern has student exchange relationships with more than 30 Quebec and Nova Scotia universities. Professor Wynn Inks Another Book! Chemistry Professor Charles Wynn has just published another book, Laboratory Experiments for General Chemistry. The 400-page book contains 38 quantitative and qualitative experiments for use in general chemistry. Wynn’s first laboratory experiments book is now in its fourth edition and has been used by 10/29/2014 11:33 AM ECSU University/Public Rela ons 3 of 4 h p://www.easternct.edu/universityrela ons/images/happenings/v5i2/... 120,000 students at more than 50 colleges and universities. Elliott Arkin Memory Comes to Akus Gallery From Oct. 18 to Nov. 27, the Akus Gallery will exhibit “In Memory of Elliott Arkin.” The gallery will host a talk with the artist on Oct. 25 at 3 p.m. A reception with the artist on Oct. 25 begins at 5 p.m. Elliott Arkin is one of the foremost comic artists of his generation. Arkin's comic satires of art world personalities, including Andy Warhol and Pablo Picasso, have been featured on artnet.com for seven years. His work has brought him into contact with major cultural figures such as Muhammad Ali, whose fist Arkin cast in bronze for a sports project, and New York City Ballet czar Peter Martins, whose Arkin-created "Nuttcracker" was the hit of the 1999 season. Minority Alumni to Return to Eastern On Oct. 27, President Elsa Nuñez will join Eastern faculty and staff to host a Minority Alumni Banquet after a special renaming ceremony of the Intercultural Center wing of the Student Center. CSUS Chancellor David Carter will also be on hand. A social hour begins at 6 p.m. in the Betty R. Tipton Room of the Student Center. The banquet begins at 7:30 p.m. Marie Love Johnson, Gloria Caliendo ’82, and Doris Powell ’48 will be honored guests. “This event has been a year in the making,” said Paul Bryant, acting vice president of student affairs. “It is the culmination of many conversations with minority alumni and other university constituents who felt the creation of a minority alumni affiliate would be a welcomed initiative to help reconnect minority alumni to the university in a genuine and substantive manner. Hartford Community Superior Court Judge Curtissa Cofield, the first African American female superior court judge in Connecticut, is our keynote speaker, and we’ve created an elegant night of dinner and entertainment that is sure to make our alumni proud.” For more information, call Bryant at (860) 465-5247. The recognition banquet coincides with the tenth anniversary of the opening of the Dr. Arthur L. Johnson Unity Center. Before dinner, Eastern President Elsa M. Nuñez and CSUS Chancellor David G. Carter, Sr will conduct a special dedication ceremony to rename the Student Center’s Intercultural Center in honor of the late Johnson, pictured above with his wife, Dr. Marie Love Johnson, longtime supporter of the University. Calendar Prospective Student Open House– Oct. 21, from 1 – 4 p.m. Eastern’s Concert Chorale and the Orchid Ensemble of Vancouver, British Columbia will present a concert on Oct. 23 at 7:30 p.m. in Shafer Auditorium. On Oct. 24, the Eastern Concert Band performs at 7:30 p.m. in Shafer Auditorium. Page 2 Click here to go back to Page 1       83 Windham Street, Willimantic, Connecticut 06226 USA | Phone Number: 860-465-5735 Fax: 860-465-5083 | Contact Us | University Disclaimer | ECSU Home 10/29/2014 11:33 AM ECSU University/Public Rela ons 4 of 4 h p://www.easternct.edu/universityrela ons/images/happenings/v5i2/...   10/29/2014 11:33 AM