The NDMU community welcomed about 150 alumni, alumnae, and friends to the campus last weekend for Reunion 2021. Our annual tradition looked a bit different this year with several events held under a tent on Doyle lawn. From Friday's Crab Feast & Happy Hour to Sunday's Memories & Mimosas Brunch, the weekend offered an opportunity for alumnae, alumni, and friends to reconnect on campus, and everyone thoroughly enjoyed themselves.
On Saturday, the class of 1970 alumnae celebrated their milestone reunion and each received special pins at the Jubilarian Brunch. Also, on Saturday, Sr. Mary Oates, author of Pursuing Truth: How Gender Shaped Catholic Education at the College of Notre Dame, shared her research from writing the book, which chronicles NDMU's rich history over 100 years. Sunday's Reunion Mass brought together our alumnae, alumni, and friends for a special opportunity to pray for the success of NDMU's mission, as well as to recognize members of the Montrose Society, who are committed to sustain the university through their legacy giving.
At Saturday's Reunion Celebration Dinner, four outstanding alumnae were recognized for excellence in their careers, community service, and commitment to NDMU and its mission. This year's award winners are:
Elizabeth P. Hoisington ’40 Distinguished Alumna Award: Grace Solimando Zaczek ’70
The 2022 U.S. News Best Colleges ranking recognizes NDMU as a best value school in the northern region. NDMU rose more than 25 spots to #27 on the Best Value Schools ranking. NDMU also ranked #21 on the top performers in social mobility list and tied for #62 for the best universities in the regional north. This year, U.S. News Best Colleges added a ranking for the best undergraduate nursing programs, and our Bachelor of Science in nursing (BSN) degree program placed in the top half.
The Daily Record has named Notre Dame of Maryland University President Marylou Yam one of Maryland’s 2021 Most Admired CEOs. As NDMU’s 14th president since 2014, Dr. Yam is a visionary leader with a commitment to innovation and service. Under her leadership, NDMU launched the cutting-edge IMPRINT leadership development program for students, Maryland’s first bachelor’s and master’s degree programs in art therapy, and the state’s first doctorate in occupational therapy program at a private university. Recently, the state approved its first physician assistant program at a private university and a master's degree in family nurse practitioner program.
Last month, the Anchorage Program connected current student leaders with their new student mentees, who they will support throughout the academic year. The Anchorage Program creates a vibrant, community-oriented environment that provides support for undergraduate students to become leader who will transform lives.
School News
School of Arts, Sciences & Business
Dr. Jill Scheibler, LCPAT and Cathy Goucher, LCPAT of the Art Therapy Department are co-presenting at the Annual Meeting of the American Studies Association, "Creativity within Revolt," being held virtually in October. They will be sharing about their art therapy informed, social justice work through their Baltimore non-profit, Make Studio: "Everyone an Artist: Make Studio, Progressive Practices, and Radical Connection."
Assistant Professor Jessica Davis' essay "What is the Thing in Thing-Centered Pedagogy?" has been published in Philosophy of Education.
School of Education
Dr. Kristine E. Larson, founder and chair of the School of Education's Teacher Education for Flourishing Collaborative, was appointed as a senior fellow of the Community of Practice (CoP) at Harvard's Human Flourishing Program. Dr. Larson and another Senior Fellow of the CoP, Amrita Chaturvedi from Saint Louis University, recently published an article in the Eton Journal for Innovation and Research in Education entitled, "A Multi-tiered Support Framework to Promote Flourishing" (p. 39).
School of Nursing
School of Nursing faculty, staff, and students celebrated the official opening of the Accelerated Bachelor of Science in nursing (ABSN) Learning Site at Elkridge last month. A video of the ribbon cutting livestream is available online, as well as an event photo gallery. Several media outlets did stories about the ABSN program, and here are selected links from the media coverage:
A PBS documentary aimed at ending vaccination misinformation and highlights our pharmacy experts and students with other leading healthcare advocates is set to air on Saturday, Nov. 6 at 7 p.m. on Maryland Public Television. Dr. Anne Lin, dean of the NDMU School of Pharmacy and a national voice on healthcare access, joins Drs. Mathew Shimoda, assistant dean for student affairs and associate professor of clinical & administrative sciences, and Ashley Moody, an assistant professor of clinical & administrative services in the film, "Vaccination from the Misinformation Virus."
Save the Dates
True Cost: Stories of Human Trafficking
October 11 | 7-8:45 p.m. | Virtual
A performance by StillPoint Theatre will be followed by a panel presentation and Q&A. This event is sponsored by the SSND Committee on Human Trafficking, the NDMU Global Solidarity Committee, and the NDMU School of Nursing. Undergraduate students earn a badge for attending this IMPRINT-designated event to earn a badge and work toward earning a certificate. Register to attend.
NDMU will celebrate Baldwin Community Day in honor of our SSND heritage.
Honors Convocation
October 19 | 3:30-4:45 p.m. | LeClerc Hall, Auditorium
Celebrate our Morrissey Honors Program students as they pursue excellence in their academics, service, and leadership development.
Gatorfest
October 23 | 1-4 p.m. | Gator Patio & Lawn
Notre Dame of Maryland University has planned a series of events that will appeal to participants of all ages including the highly anticipated Gatorfest featuring fall-themed foods, interactive activities and tons of fun!
This year’s Common Read selection for Notre Dame of Maryland University is Homegoing by Yaa Gyasi. This summer, all students, faculty, and staff will read Homegoing and participate in various opportunities throughout the academic year to engage in scholarly inquiry, broaden, and deepen their understanding and responsiveness to social problems, promote dialogue and interdisciplinary exchanges, and seek opportunities to put the new learning into action. Gyasi will conduct a virtual visit in a public presentation.
Artist's Reception for Sam Lacombe: 25 Years of Neon
Join us for a reception to celebrate the opening of the exhibition, "Sam Lacombe: 25 Years of Neon." It features oil paintings, gouache pieces, and drawings depicting aspects of urban Americana graphic signage. These works explore issues of form, light, design, and process, and transform these ubiquitous, public subjects in poetic ways. This event is free and open to the public.
Academic Calendar
Be sure to check out the latest version of the Academic Calendar for 2021-2022.
(BALTIMORE, Md.) – Notre Dame of Maryland University is making it easier for Marylanders to earn a four-year degree by offering an additional $5,000 scholarship for state residents who transfer to the university's Women's College.
Shortly after the reflection and tree trim, community members who signed up to participate in the traditional Holiday Dinner will stay in Doyle Dining Hall. Students receive small tokens of appreciation and are treated to a special dinner served by faculty and staff volunteers.
There will be traditional singing of favorite Christmas carols, including our Notre Dame version of the “Twelve Days of Christmas”. The evening will conclude with a carol outside to celebrate the traditional lighting of Gibbons Hall’s Merrick Tower.
We encourage you to wear holiday attire. There will be a contest for best holiday sweater!
An opportunity for students of all races to celebrate black culture and lifestyle. Food and drinks will be provided! Questions? Contact NDMUBSU@gmail.com.
Come join the Psychology club as we watch “The Perks of Being a Wallflower” and discussing the disorders present, the trauma experienced by the MC, and how we can look after our own mental wellness.
A meeting for anyone who is interested in joining the Best Buddies club, which will host fun events and get-togethers and advocate for those who live with disabilities.
