The Bulletin - October 25, 2023
October 25, 2023
NDMU Students, Faculty, Staff Participate in Baldwin Community Day 2023
Notre Dame of Maryland University students, faculty, and staff members came together on Tuesday, Oct. 17 to celebrate the 2023 edition of Baldwin Community Day. Activities included a morning keynote address by Rev. Cristina Paglinauan, a sustainable community lunch in Doyle Dining Hall, and several interactive workshops hosted by volunteer facilitators. Community Day is an annual NDMU tradition which celebrates the founding of the School Sisters of Notre Dame.
NDMU Hosts Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for Renovated Knott Science and Innovation Center
NDMU community members, government officials, and friends of the University gathered in the Knott Science and Innovation Center on Tuesday, Oct. 24 for a Ribbon Cutting ceremony to celebrate the building's recent $9 million renovation.
The renovation, which features upgraded technology-enabled instructional spaces designed to meet the needs of 21st century learners, is a key component of the University's Go Beyond campaign to support transformational initiatives at NDMU.
NDMU Drama Presents “Tin Cat Shoes” from October 27-29 in LeClerc Theatre
NDMU's Drama department will present its fall production of “Tin Cat Shoes” this weekend in LeClerc Theatre, with the first of four shows scheduled for 7:30 p.m. on Friday.
Shows will also take place at 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. on Saturday, and 2 p.m. on Sunday afternoon. The 7:30 p.m. Saturday night session will feature a special visit from playwright Trish Harnetiaux, who will hold a talkback session with audience members following the performance.
Directed by Chris Cotterman, this hilarious dark comedy follows a group of eccentric and fiercely loyal shoe store employees who embark on a fateful hiking expedition in the Pacific Northwest.
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Revamped YES Program Provides New Service Opportunities for Students
NDMU’s York Road Education & Service (YES) Program began during the 2018-19 academic year as primarily a tutoring initiative to support children at a pair of nearby Baltimore schools. After an extended pause due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Kristina Pickering '22 has spent the past 10 months not just restarting the program, but overseeing a significant expansion to benefit both Notre Dame students and the surrounding community.
NDMU Publication Earns Top International Award for Creative Excellence
A publication celebrating the public launch of NDMU’s $45 million Go Beyond campaign won a top international award recognizing excellence in marketing and communications.
The 2021-22 issue of Universitas, NDMU’s annual publication celebrating the University’s accomplishments and donors, was announced as a MarCom Platinum Award winner – the highest possible award in the competition – in the annual report category. MarCom Awards recognize outstanding achievement by creative professionals involved in the concept, direction, design, and production of marketing and communication materials and programs.
School of Education Continues Work with SSNDs to Support Teacher Training Initiatives in Haiti
Representatives from NDMU’s School of Education made three trips to the poverty-stricken Caribbean nation of Haiti 2017 through early 2020 in support of the SSND’s Train the Teacher program, forming long-lasting relationships with students and educators on La Gonâve, an island just west of Haiti’s capital, Port-au-Prince.
While the COVID-19 pandemic and ongoing political unrest have prevented travel in the past three years, the teacher training initiative has endured and thrived while transitioning to a virtual format.
Student/Faculty/Staff Updates
School of Education
On Friday, Oct. 13, a group of 10 School of Education representatives attended the Maryland State Department of Education Teacher of the Year Gala. (Front Row) Natalie White (Admin Assistant) Ryan Schaaf (Faculty), Dr. Kathryn Doherty (Dean), Dr. Lisa Pallett (Associate Dean) – (Back) Dr. Heather Lamb (Faculty) Mark Fenster (Faculty), Dr. Juliann Dupuis (Associate Dean) Sister Sharon Slear, Marcia Simpson (Director of Admissions) and Sister Grace Okon, attended as NDMU reps and enjoyed the event, which culminated in the announcement of the Maryland Teacher of the Year.
School of Nursing
NDMU School of Nursing seniors and Loyola University Maryland Psychology doctoral students and Speech and Language Pathology master’s students collaborated on an Interprofessional Education Simulation (IPE) entitled “Enhancing Teamwork and Collaboration among SLP, PSY and NUR students for a Patient s/p CVA”. Faculty and staff from both universities collaborated on the updated simulation template and facilitated student learning throughout the experience.
IPE's aim to expose students to other disciplines and ultimately provide better healthcare to patients and families. The overarching objectives of IPE's are: Roles and Responsibilities, Communication, Teams and Teamwork and Values and Ethics.
School of Pharmacy
First-year pharmacy students were celebrated recently at the School of Pharmacy’s annual White Coat Ceremony in LeClerc Theatre! A full collection of photos from the event is available on NDMU's Flickr page.
Library Updates
The library will hold three copyright workshops in November - two in person and one online via Zoom. Additional information about each workshop is available below!
Protecting Creators and Promoting Progress: Copyright in an AI World
Wednesday, November 1, 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm, Loyola Notre Dame Library IDEA Space
This presentation and discussion will delve into the complex intersection of copyright law and artificial intelligence.
Navigating Open Access Publishing
Tuesday, November 7, 12 pm - 1 pm, Online via Zoom
Open Access publishing fundamentally alters the way research is shared, ensuring that scholarly findings are freely accessible to a worldwide audience without financial or subscription barriers. This workshop will empower participants to understand the benefits and challenges of OA publishing and the various models of OA publishing as well as identify open access journals and platforms.
Copyright for Creators: Copyright and Podcasting
Wednesday, November 15, 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm, Loyola Notre Dame Library IDEA Space
Are you a podcaster? This workshop is for you! Come learn about how copyright protects the podcasts you're creating and when it's okay to incorporate other people's works into your podcast.
Conference and Auxiliary Services
Updated Dining Information
Save the Dates
SGA Silent Disco
Wednesday, October 25 | 8:30 - 11:30 p.m. | Doyle Formal
Join our SGA representatives at a glow in the dark themed silent disco in Doyle Formal!
Gator Read's Spooky Nook
Thursday, October 26 | 3:30 - 5 p.m. | Knott 135
Come learn about NDMU's book club, Gator Reads, and decorate book corners. We will also be sharing spooky stories! Light refreshments will be served.
Bridge the Gap
Thursday, October 26 | 7 - 8:30 p.m. | Doyle Formal
The Student Alumni Leadership Council (SALC) is hosting a networking event for students and alumni.
NDMU Art Hive
Monday, October 30 | 12 - 2 p.m. | Fourier 102
The NDMU Art Hive, facilitated by members of the Art Therapy Department and students, welcomes the NDMU community and everyone else for free and open art making! Join us in Fourier 102 for self-care, skill-sharing and community building! An abundance of art supplies is provided, and the space is wheelchair accessible. No RSVP required- drop in! All ages and abilities are welcome to attend.
My Ascension Documentary Screening
Monday, October 30 | 6 p.m. | LND Library
My Ascension chronicles the story of 16-year-old Dutchtown High School varsity cheerleader Emma Benoit, who was paralyzed by a suicide attempt, which propelled her on a mission to use her painful experience to help others find hope and stay alive.
The free screening will be followed by an engaging discussion on youth suicide prevention and mental wellness with art therapists Rebecca Asch and Brianna Garrold. Advance RSVP is required.
Haunted Humanities Halloween
Tuesday, October 31 | 12:15 - 1:30 p.m. | NDMU Campus
All Saints Day Mass
Wednesday, November 1 | 12:10 p.m. | Marikle Chapel
Art Therapy Shadow Night
Wednesday, November 1 | 5:30 - 8 p.m. | Fourier Library
NDMU is hosting an Art Therapy Graduate Program Shadow Night for all students who are interested in completing their master's degree in art therapy!
True Crime Podcasting with Catherine Townsend
Wednesday, November 1 | 6 - 8 p.m. | Knott Lecture Hall
Catherine Townsend, private investigator, journalist, and host of the hit podcasts Hell & Gone and Blood Money will discuss her experience with cold case investigations, victimology, and podcasting.
Academic Calendar
View the latest version of the Academic Calendar for 2023-24.
NDMU Events
Check out the NDMU Events calendar below for all upcoming events.
Upcoming Events
- Nov 910:00 am - 12:00 pmKnott Science and Innovation Center
- Nov 95:00 pm - 7:00 pmGormley Gallery
- Nov 109:00 am - 12:30 pmDoyle Formal
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