Campus Digest http://www.clarku.edu/intranet/ Campus News for Clark University, Worcester, Massachusets 2006 Clark University en-us Mon, 08 Feb 10 08:00:00 EST http://www.clarku.edu/images/headerimages/genheader.gif Clark University http://www.clarku.edu/intranet/ 120 <![CDATA[ Results of physical plant holiday chili challenge ]]> http://www.clarku.edu/intranet/newsdetailitem.cfm?id=2742 http://www.clarku.edu/intranet/newsdetailitem.cfm?id=2742 It was a really close contest this year with physical plant's Chip Pybas edging out Athletics' Erick Thiemke (the triple threat) by a two vote margin. Other participants included Mark Gunnard from physical plant, Tammy Hearnlaye from Business and Financial Services, Tom Wall from physical plant and Tina Zlody from Visual and Performing Arts. Thanks to all who participated and special thanks to Felix Melendez for his awesome meat pies.

 

 

... ]]> Campus News campusdigest@clarku.edu Thu, 07 Jan 10 00:00:00 EDT <![CDATA[ Boyle and Ross to speak at Providence College ]]> http://www.clarku.edu/intranet/newsdetailitem.cfm?id=2741 http://www.clarku.edu/intranet/newsdetailitem.cfm?id=2741 Graduate School of Management professor Mary-Ellen Boyle and International Development, Community and Environment professor Laurie Ross will speak at the Jan. 13 meeting of the Engaged Scholarship Think Tank at Providence College. Boyle and Ross will focus on the book "The Unheard Voices: Community Organizations and Service Learning" edited by Randy Stoecker and Elizabeth A. Tryon.

 

 

... ]]> Campus News campusdigest@clarku.edu Thu, 07 Jan 10 00:00:00 EDT <![CDATA[ Geospatial Data for Sustainability: Ensuring Universal Access ]]> http://www.clarku.edu/intranet/newsdetailitem.cfm?id=2739 http://www.clarku.edu/intranet/newsdetailitem.cfm?id=2739 Thursday, Jan. 14 from noon to 1:30 p.m.
George Perkins Marsh Institute Conference Room

Lance McKee will present "Geospatial Data for Sustainability: Ensuring Universal Access."

In 1994, Lance McKee helped found and was subsequently for six years vice president of the Open Geospatial Consortium, Inc. (OGC), an organization for which he continues to serve as a consultant. In this role, he recently co-led a successful effort to involve OGC in the national smart grid standards effort. Lance has been based in Worcester since 1976, serving the community in a wide range of capacities.

Cosponsored by The George Perkins Marsh Institute and the Socio-Technical Transitions Initiative.

For a full listing of events, visit www.clarku.edu/calendar

 


 

... ]]> Campus News campusdigest@clarku.edu Thu, 07 Jan 10 00:00:00 EDT <![CDATA[ Introduction to Indoor Rowing Spin Class and Advanced Spin ]]> http://www.clarku.edu/intranet/newsdetailitem.cfm?id=2738 http://www.clarku.edu/intranet/newsdetailitem.cfm?id=2738 Classes will run from Tuesday, Jan. 19 and through Tuesday, Feb. 9

Intro to Indoor Rowing Spin Class
Tuesday and Thursday from noon to 12:45 p.m.
Kneller Athletic Center, Rowing Room (on locker room level)

Advanced Spin Classes
Tuesday and Thursday from 12:45 p.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Kneller Athletic Center, Rowing Room (on locker room level)
For individuals who completed the Intro class.

Why learn to use the Indoor Rower?

  • Low impact exercise that uses all major muscle groups
  • Rowing burns more calories per hour than any other sport
  • Indoor Rowers can be used as both cardio and strength training
  • It's fun!

Classes will cover:

  • Proper use of the rowing machine
  • Explanation of how rowing impacts you physiologically
  • How to design a personal program for you so you can get the most out of your classes every body is different

Classes are free, but limited to 12 participants. No experience required.

For more information, contact Eric Thiemke at x7516.

 

 

 

 

... ]]> Campus News campusdigest@clarku.edu Thu, 07 Jan 10 00:00:00 EDT <![CDATA[ Clark names liberal arts education innovator its ninth president ]]> http://www.clarku.edu/intranet/newsdetailitem.cfm?id=2737 http://www.clarku.edu/intranet/newsdetailitem.cfm?id=2737 David P. Angel, Clark Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs, will become the next president of the University, William S. Mosakowski, Chairman of the Board of Trustees announced on Dec. 30.

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... ]]> Campus News campusdigest@clarku.edu Mon, 04 Jan 10 00:00:00 EDT <![CDATA[ 2010 Mileage Rates ]]> http://www.clarku.edu/intranet/newsdetailitem.cfm?id=2736 http://www.clarku.edu/intranet/newsdetailitem.cfm?id=2736 The Internal Revenue Service decreased the standard mileage rate for 2010 in computing the deductible costs of operating an automobile for business, charitable, medical or moving expense purposes. The University utilizes the IRS rates for reimbursement to employees under its travel reimbursement accountable plan. Effective January 1, 2010, the standard mileage rates for the use of personal vehicle for University business will be 50 cents per mile. The online Travel Expense Form has been updated to accommodate this change. 

If you have any questions please don't hesitate to contact Michelle Bates.

 

 

... ]]> Campus News campusdigest@clarku.edu Mon, 04 Jan 10 00:00:00 EDT <![CDATA[ Fulbright Visiting Scholar Program for Iraq ]]> http://www.clarku.edu/intranet/newsdetailitem.cfm?id=2735 http://www.clarku.edu/intranet/newsdetailitem.cfm?id=2735 The U.S. Department of State's Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs announced on October 16, 2009, the creation of the Fulbright Visiting Scholar Program for Iraq. In support of this inaugural program, proposals are being sought from U.S. universities interested in hosting Iraqi scholars in 2010. If your institution is interested in participating in the Fulbright Visiting Scholar Program for Iraq and hosting a cohort of scholars, please contact IraqFulbright@cies.iie.org. Final selection and notification of institutions will be February 8, 2010.

Submit your Institutional Proposal via e-mail by January 18, 2010 to IraqFulbright@cies.iie.org.

To learn more, visit http://www.cies.org/Fulbright/Iraq/

 

 

 

... ]]> Campus News campusdigest@clarku.edu Wed, 23 Dec 09 00:00:00 EDT <![CDATA[ English Department Annual Writing Contest ]]> http://www.clarku.edu/intranet/newsdetailitem.cfm?id=2734 http://www.clarku.edu/intranet/newsdetailitem.cfm?id=2734 Loring Holmes & Ruth Dodd Drama Contest
Prize:  TBA
(Number of submissions per student limited to ONE one-act play not to exceed 25 pages.Entries must be in standard playwriting form. Students should contact Prof. DiIorio ginod42@aol.com for instructions if they are not familiar with standard playwriting format.)

Prentiss Cheney Hoyt Poetry Contest
Prizes:  TBA
(Number of submissions per student limited to FIVE poems.)

Betty '79 and Stanley Sultan Short Story Contest
Prizes:  TBA
(Number of submissions per student limited to ONE story not to exceed 5,000 words.)

and the ...

Leroy Allston Ames Essay Contest
For best essay on the literature and/or history of England from 1750 to 1900
Prize:  TBA
(Number of submissions per student limited to ONE essay.)

 

R U L E S

  1. All submissions must be the original work of the student. The Writing Contests are open to currently enrolled Clark undergraduate students, including matriculated undergraduate COPACE students only. All entries must be unsigned. No handwritten or electronic entries will be accepted. TWO COPIES of each entry must be hand delivered to the English Department Office between February 1 and before noon on February 15, 2010. Do not place the entry (or entries) in an envelope.
  2. On a separate piece of paper, write the title or first line of the entry, together with your name, Box #, e-mail address, year in school, and telephone number. Place this piece of paper in a sealed envelope and write the contest name on the outside of the envelope. Use a separate envelope for each contest.  Missing information will disqualify your entry.
  3. Both the entry and the sealed envelope must be dropped off at the English Department office by the DEADLINE DATE Monday, FEBRUARY 15, 2010, 12:00 noon (no exceptions).
  4. No entries will be returned. The English Department may present or publish winning entries. Contest winners will be invited to post their winning entry at Academic Spree Day.
  5. If in the opinion of the judges, none of the entries is deserving of an award, none shall be given.

 

... ]]> Campus News campusdigest@clarku.edu Wed, 23 Dec 09 00:00:00 EDT <![CDATA[ Carbon neutral in 2030: Clark releases Climate Action Plan ]]> http://www.clarku.edu/intranet/newsdetailitem.cfm?id=2733 http://www.clarku.edu/intranet/newsdetailitem.cfm?id=2733 University builds on sustainable practices; details emission-reducing strategies.

Clark released a Climate Action Plan outlining the University's commitment to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and ultimately become carbon-neutral by 2030.

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... ]]> Campus News campusdigest@clarku.edu Tue, 15 Dec 09 00:00:00 EDT <![CDATA[ Malsky sets SPAM to music ]]> http://www.clarku.edu/intranet/newsdetailitem.cfm?id=2732 http://www.clarku.edu/intranet/newsdetailitem.cfm?id=2732 A new composition written by Matt Malsky, Music Department Chair, titled "Spam," which sets a German Viagra e-mail advertisement for voice, violin, clarinet, saxophone and cello, will be performed in the following:

thingNY presents: SPAM
Saturday, Dec. 19  at 7 p.m.

The University of the Streets
130 E. 7th Street (at Ave. A)
New York, N.Y.
Admission: $15 at the door
$10 at http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/88612

thingNY will boldly state that it has created the largest commission of experimental music in the history of e-mail-submitted spam. Hundreds of new works, words and images from all over the globe, including composers, performers, artists, the Bloomberg administration, peers, subordinates, ordinates, our moms, automated responses, vacation replies and perhaps one or two threats.

We are thingNY, a collective of composer-instrumentalists based in New York City. thingNY is a not-for-profit collective of composer-performers who exist (1) to create, promote, and perform bold and imaginative experimental and improvisational concert art music of the highest caliber, (2) to champion the music of exciting, emerging and established composers with skill and enthusiasm, and (3) to collaborate across disciplines with other artists in order to bring new music to new audiences.

P.S. If you don't believe us, check out www.thingNY.com

 

 

 

 

 

... ]]> Campus News campusdigest@clarku.edu Fri, 11 Dec 09 00:00:00 EDT <![CDATA[ Russian Leaders Examine Public Safety in Worcester ]]> http://www.clarku.edu/intranet/newsdetailitem.cfm?id=2731 http://www.clarku.edu/intranet/newsdetailitem.cfm?id=2731 The International Center of Worcester, housed on the Clark campus, will host a delegation of four Russian police and fire chiefs, Dec. 12-20, 2009 for a professional exchange program on the theme of Public Safety. This program is part of the ongoing sister-city relationship between Worcester and the town of Pushkin, Russia.

The delegation will meet with Police Chief Gary Gemme and the Community Impact Division of the Worcester Police Department. They will meet with Fire Chief Gerard Dio, visit a fire station, and spend time with Worcester firefighters. They will visit South High School, meet with Robert Pezzella of the 'Worcester Public School's Safety Office, and interact with teachers and students. They will visit the Worcester Emergency Medical Response (EMS) at the UMass Medical Center, the Worcester County Jail and the Sheriff's office. They will meet with District Attorney Joseph Early, Mayor Konstantina Lukes, City Councilor Barbara Haller, members of the Main South Neighborhood Association, and attend a City Council meeting.

To experience American life and culture, all delegates will stay in the homes of local families. They will also take part in several cultural and community activities, including a guided tour of Boston and a special reception hosted by the Museum of Russian Icons.

The program is funded by the Open World Leadership Center at the Library of Congress and managed by the Academy for Educational Development (AED) in Washington D.C. The Open World Program was founded by Congress in 1999 to enhance understanding and cooperation between the U.S. and the countries of the former Soviet Union by exposing future leaders to America's democratic government and free-market system. Since then, over 13,000 leaders have experienced American civil society and gained new ideas and practices to adopt in their own work. One of the most important results of these Citizen Diplomacy programs is that visitors return to their home countries with a totally changed perception of America. Their word of mouth has greater credibility overseas than professional diplomacy and the public media. 

ICW is a non-profit membership organization that promotes Citizen Diplomacy, mutual understanding, and international friendship between residents of Central Massachusetts, the international community and international visitors.

 

 

 

 

... ]]> Campus News campusdigest@clarku.edu Fri, 11 Dec 09 00:00:00 EDT <![CDATA[ Cops for Tots ]]> http://www.clarku.edu/intranet/newsdetailitem.cfm?id=2730 http://www.clarku.edu/intranet/newsdetailitem.cfm?id=2730 A big thank you to all participated in this year's Cops for Tots Toy Drive!

 

... ]]> Campus News campusdigest@clarku.edu Fri, 11 Dec 09 00:00:00 EDT <![CDATA[ SARC is selling sweatshirts ]]> http://www.clarku.edu/intranet/newsdetailitem.cfm?id=2729 http://www.clarku.edu/intranet/newsdetailitem.cfm?id=2729 Wednesday, Dec. 9 through Friday, Dec. 11 between 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., and 5 to 7 p.m.
Higgins Univeristy Center, Concourse

Student Alumni Relations Committee (SARC) is excited to offer black 40" x 60" Clark University sweatshirt blankets with protective carrying bags for only $15.

Makes a great gift for co-workers and work study students, or even for yourself.

For more information, contact Kassandra Gove in Alumni Affairs.

 

 

... ]]> Campus News campusdigest@clarku.edu Wed, 02 Dec 09 00:00:00 EDT <![CDATA[ Sustainable University Course Student Presentations ]]> http://www.clarku.edu/intranet/newsdetailitem.cfm?id=2727 http://www.clarku.edu/intranet/newsdetailitem.cfm?id=2727 Monday, Dec. 7 from 4 to 5:30 p.m.
Higgins University Center, Grace Conference Room

The Clark Community is invited to attend a public presentation by the student's in EN 103 The Sustainable University course, summarizing the students' semester-long team projects that have contributed to specific sustainability initiatives at Clark and in the city of Worcester. This year the course, taught by professor Jennie Stephens (Environmental Science and Policy in IDCE), integrated several projects that are contributing directly to the Climate Action Plans of both Clark and the City of Worcester.

Students this semester have been engaged in the following team projects:

  • Virtual conferencing at Clark: promoting this alternative to faculty and staff air travel to reduce transportation-related greenhouse gas emissions
  • City of Worcester Sustainability Education and Outreach: developing renewable energy education and recycling outreach initiatives
  • Summer of Solutions: supporting this Clark-student-community initiative by submitting grant proposals
  • Carbon Offsetting at Clark: exploring options and appropriateness of carbon offsets
  • Recycling at Clark: improving recycling in the residence halls
  • The Institute for Energy and Sustainability: researching local organizations that may contribute to the new Institute's emerging network
  • Green Cleaning Products at Clark: raising awareness and finding alternatives

All are welcome to come and learn about these sustainability initiatives in our community.

 

... ]]> Campus News campusdigest@clarku.edu Tue, 01 Dec 09 00:00:00 EDT <![CDATA[ Steinbrecher Fellow studies how climate change affects grizzly bear food supply ]]> http://www.clarku.edu/intranet/newsdetailitem.cfm?id=2726 http://www.clarku.edu/intranet/newsdetailitem.cfm?id=2726 Findings help convince Federal Judge to order grizzly relisting.

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... ]]> Campus News campusdigest@clarku.edu Tue, 01 Dec 09 00:00:00 EDT <![CDATA[ Senior uses Steinbrecher Fellowship to organize camp for aspiring Web entrepreneurs ]]> http://www.clarku.edu/intranet/newsdetailitem.cfm?id=2725 http://www.clarku.edu/intranet/newsdetailitem.cfm?id=2725 Trista Myers '10 was one of 11 undergraduates who was awarded a Steinbrecher Fellowship to support her creative research project this summer and throughout the 2009-2010 academic year. 

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... ]]> Campus News campusdigest@clarku.edu Tue, 01 Dec 09 00:00:00 EDT <![CDATA[ Student Recital ]]> http://www.clarku.edu/intranet/newsdetailitem.cfm?id=2724 http://www.clarku.edu/intranet/newsdetailitem.cfm?id=2724 Friday, Dec. 11 at 8 p.m.
Traina Center for the Arts, Razzo Hall

Showcasing Clark's student musicians with an evening of concertos, sonatas, chamber works and jazz standards. Sima Kustanovich, accompanist.

Free and open to the pubic.

For more information, contact Tina Zlody at x7349.

 

 

... ]]> Campus News campusdigest@clarku.edu Tue, 01 Dec 09 00:00:00 EDT <![CDATA[ HOPE Coalition receives award from Mass. Public Health Administration ]]> http://www.clarku.edu/intranet/newsdetailitem.cfm?id=2723 http://www.clarku.edu/intranet/newsdetailitem.cfm?id=2723 Worcester's Healthy Options for Prevention and Education (HOPE) Coalition, a public health advocacy organization was awarded the Massachusetts Public Health Administration's Front Line Award during the MPHA's annual meeting in Marlborough on Nov. 20.

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... ]]> Campus News campusdigest@clarku.edu Tue, 01 Dec 09 00:00:00 EDT <![CDATA[ Stephens and Vergragt to present climate policy research at COP15 ]]> http://www.clarku.edu/intranet/newsdetailitem.cfm?id=2722 http://www.clarku.edu/intranet/newsdetailitem.cfm?id=2722 Jennie Stephens, assistant professor of Environmental Science and Policy (ES&P) in the International Development, Community and Environment (IDCE) department and Philip Vergragt, research fellow at the Marsh Institute, will attend the international climate change negotiations in Copenhagen in mid-December. The UN Climate Change Conference, the 15th conference of the parties (COP-15) of the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCC), will be taking place in Copenhagen from December 7-18, with a goal of negotiating a post-Kyoto international climate framework. 

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... ]]> Campus News campusdigest@clarku.edu Mon, 30 Nov 09 00:00:00 EDT <![CDATA[ Clark University Concert Band ]]> http://www.clarku.edu/intranet/newsdetailitem.cfm?id=2721 http://www.clarku.edu/intranet/newsdetailitem.cfm?id=2721 Rick Cain, director

Sunday, Dec. 5 at 3 p.m.
Little Center, Michelson Theater

Free and open to the pubic

For more information, contact Tina Zlody x7349.

 

 

... ]]> Campus News campusdigest@clarku.edu Tue, 24 Nov 09 00:00:00 EDT