The Bulletin - August 30, 2023
August 30, 2023
NDMU Welcomes Back Students for Historic Fall Semester
A historic fall semester at Notre Dame of Maryland University began last Friday with New Student Move-In Day for the school's first gender-inclusive undergraduate freshman class! Thanks to all NDMU faculty, staff, and alumni volunteer members who helped welcome our Class of 2027.
A busy weekend on campus continued with Orientation Weekend activities, returning student move-in, and an all-class barbecue in front of Doyle Hall on Saturday evening. A full collection of photos from the weekend is available below on NDMU's Flickr page.
School of Nursing Receives $1.8 Million Federal Grant to Address Demand for Primary Care Services
NDMU's School of Nursing was recently awarded a $1.8 million federal grant to play a leading role in addressing healthcare inequity across the state.
The grant will support scholarships and help cover tuition and fees for up to 100 students enrolled in NDMU’s nurse practitioner master’s programs, with a goal of expanding the workforce of primary care nurse practitioners in Maryland’s medically underserved areas.
NDMU Community Supports Class of 2027 at Lighting the Way Event
NDMU community members gathered in front of the Archway earlier this week to show support for our new undergraduate students on their first day of classes! The brief ceremony included words of welcome from NDMU Provost Dr. Martha Walker and SGA President Aniyah Plumer ’25, a Class of 2027 banner signing, and a group photo. A full gallery of images from Monday’s Lighting the Way event is available on NDMU's Flickr page.
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Damozel Celebrates 100-Year Anniversary During Alumnae and Alumni Weekend Reception
NDMU’s English department will celebrate the 100-year anniversary of Damozel with a special reception on Saturday, September 23, as part of this year’s Alumnae and Alumni Weekend.
The reception will take place from 2 to 4 p.m. in the English department’s lounge, which is located on the fifth floor of Caroline Hall. Attendees will enjoy high tea, archival displays of historic Damozel editions, and readings by six former editors and contributors: Pat Montley '65, Joy Moody Lipsey '74, Mia Scharper '91, Kelly McNulty McMillen '96, Micah Castelo '18, and Sierra Ferrare '18.
Art & Spirituality Exhibition on Display at Gormley Gallery from September 5 – October 6
Gormley Gallery at Notre Dame of Maryland University is pleased to present Art & Spirituality, an exhibition featuring the work of 14 artists which will be on view beginning Tuesday, September 5.
The exhibition will be displayed through Friday, October 6. Gormley Gallery will host an opening reception and gallery talk with curator Sarah McCann and participating artists on Saturday, September 9 from 4 to 6 p.m.
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Renaissance Institute Members Travel to Regional Conference
Six Renaissance Institute members traveled to South Carolina this summer to attend the 2023 Southern Regional Conference for Learning in Retirement at Clemson University. The purpose was to meet with other lifelong learning programs and to exchange ideas about membership building and retention, marketing, community building, and other key components of lifelong learning. Three days of speeches, workshops, and networking provided a wealth of information, and the RI Council will be soon getting detailed reports, analysis, and recommendations from the attendees.
A collegial community of lifelong learners over the age of 50, Renaissance Institute abounds with opportunities to express your creativity, engage in intellectual pursuits and explore new ideas while building enriching camaraderie. Classes for the fall semester, both on campus in the Feeley International Center and virtually via Zoom, will begin on September 12. Learn more about the Institute, view a course catalog, and register for classes at the Renaissance Institute's home page.
Student/Faculty/Staff Updates
School of Arts, Sciences, and Business
Dr. Nicole Dular, assistant professor in the Philosophy Department, recently had her paper titled "One Too Many: Hermeneutical Excess as Hermeneutical Injustice" published in Hypatia, the top feminist philosophy journal. She additionally had a paper titled "Standpoint Moral Epistemology: The Epistemic Advantage Thesis" accepted for publication in Philosophical Studies, a top 10 journal in the field of philosophy.
School of Education
Dr. Melaney Sanchez M'04, D'12, an adjunct professor in the School of Education, was recently featured in Mount Vernon Magazine, where she discussed her role as a teacher librarian for kindergarten through fifth grade at Mount Harmony Elementary School in Calvert County. Dr. Sanchez has served as an associate faculty member for the past 17 years at NDMU.
School of Nursing
Congratulations to the newest graduates of the School of Nursing’s ABSN and Hybrid ABSN programs, who were celebrated in a pinning ceremony at Marikle Chapel on Friday, August 18! A full collection of images from the afternoon is available on NDMU's Flickr page.
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Federal Work Study Student Job Fair
Thursday, August 31 | 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. | Doyle Formal
Human Resources and the Office of Financial Aid will host a session for FWS students to meet with various departments across campus looking for student workers! Students will have the opportunity to meet, interview and possibly find a job on the spot.
Dedication of Sister Sharon Slear Center for Service, Social Justice & Community Engagement
Thursday, August 31 | 12 - 1 p.m. | MBK Lobby
Art & Spirituality Art-Making
Thursday, August 31 | 12:15 - 3:30 p.m. | Fourier 207/208
As part of the Art & Spirituality exhibition that will be on view in Gormley Gallery from September 4 - October 7, students are invited to contribute to an interactive piece created in collaboration with artist Sara Kaltwasser that will be included in the exhibition.
Sushi Making with President Yam
Thursday, August 31 | 5 - 6 p.m. | Doyle Formal
Come and learn how to make sushi with President Marylou Yam! RSVPs are required due to limited space.
Women's Soccer Tailgate
Friday, September 1 | 2 - 4 p.m. | UAB Parking Lot
Join us for a pregame celebration prior to our women's soccer team's 4 p.m. home opener against Gallaudet!
NDMU Drama Auditions & Tech Interviews: Tin Cat Shoes
Friday, September 1 | 6 - 8 p.m. | Copeland Studio (Top Floor of LeClerc Hall - Sr. Theresine Room)
Saturday, September 2 | 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. | Copeland Studio
Directed by Chris Cotterman, this hilarious dark comedy follows a group of fiercely loyal shoe store employees who embark on a fateful hiking expedition in the wilderness. We're looking for actors with a penchant for punchlines and wacky humor– plus, tech roles in a variety of areas! No previous experience is required, but bring your sense of humor, your willingness to collaborate, and your creative spirit.
Leadership and Service Fair
Tuesday, September 5 | 12:15 - 1:15 p.m. | Doyle Formal
Learn about campus-based opportunities to participate in leadership and service activities while picking up some NDMU swag.
Fall Fest 2023: LNDL Turns 50!
Thursday, September 7 | 4 - 8 p.m. | LNDL Library
Come celebrate Loyola Notre Dame Library's 50th anniversary and the start of a new academic year at Fall Fest - featuring games, prizes, music, and more! Drinks and snacks (including anniversary cupcakes!) will be provided.
Artist's Reception and Gallery Talk - Art & Spirituality
Saturday, September 9 | 4 - 6 p.m. | Gormley Gallery
Omega Phi Alpha Fall 2023 Recruitment Week - Information Session
Monday, September 11 | 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. | Fourier 107
NDMU's service sorority, Omega Phi Alpha (OPA), will be hosting its recruitment week from September 11-14! Students who attend at least one event during the week can expect to receive a bid to join their family.
Author Talk: LGBTQ Catholics- Redeeming A Complicated Tradition
Tuesday, September 19 | 6 p.m. | Knott Lecture Hall
On September 19, NDMU welcomes Jason Steidl Jack to campus to share his LGBTQ+ work in the Catholic Church. Steidl Jack argues that it is possible for the Church and Church-adjacent institutions to change if they begin to listen to and learn from the experiences of LGBTQ Catholics at the grassroots.
Academic Calendar
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NDMU Events
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Upcoming Events
- Nov 76:00 pm - 7:00 pmZoom
- Nov 77:00 pm - 8:00 pmMBK*DSTD
- Nov 910:00 am - 12:00 pmKnott Science and Innovation Center
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