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Summer Magazine Cover :Final copy 7/28/09 4:57 PM Page 1 Saint Joseph’s University, Summer 2008 Biology Professor's Excavations Alumnus Leads Sony's Campus Art Collection Yield Unusual Discoveries Worldwide Home Entertainment Promotes Scholarship IFC Presidents Letter:Spring 2007 7/28/09 4:59 PM Page 1 FROM THE PRESIDENT Saint Joseph’s University enters a new era in August 2008, when we officially receive the keys to the former Episcopal Academy Campus. Our ownership of the 38-acre property, which means so much to everyone associated with SJU, begins with a name change. The James J. Maguire ’58 Campus is named in honor of alumnus Jim Maguire, who along with his wife, Frannie, made the generous lead gift toward the purchase of the property. Another tremendously loyal alumnus, Brian Dupearreault ’69, and his wife, Nancy, matched the Maguires’ gift to help support the acquisition of the campus. This historic transformation instantly adds an unprecedented 58 percent to our current footprint, and alleviates some of the demands that have been placed on the University’s infrastructure as a result of our growth. Indeed, with this expansion, we take a quantum leap forward that will position Saint Joseph’s for the future like never before. The buildup to this remarkable undertaking was fueled by the momentum of the 2007-08 academic year, which was, by anyone’s measure, twelve months of exceptional achievement. The year began with the announcement of our highest-ever ranking in U.S.News & World Report, when we learned that we tied for eighth in the Best Universities-Masters (North) category. In the spring, U.S. News also recognized the Erivan K. Haub School of Business as having the No. 1 part-time M.B.A. program in Pennsylvania. The AACSB-accredited program was ranked 22nd nationally. Later, our service programs, which help foster a faith that promotes justice and are integral to our Catholic and Jesuit mission, were honored when we were named once again to the President’s Higher Education Community Service Honor Roll for General Community Service. Lastly, to date, we have hired 35 additional full-time tenure- track faculty toward our goal of 52 over a six-year period. We should all be proud of these accomplishments, because they indicate that others recognize the high standards to which we hold ourselves. Each of these acknowledgements shows that we truly stand out amid a field of distinguished colleges and universities. In the fall, we embarked on “With Faith and Strength to Dare: The Campaign for Saint Joseph’s University.” With a goal of $150 million, it is our most ambitious capital campaign ever. During the October weekend of gala activities held to kick off the campaign, we celebrated as we broke ground on the Alumni Memorial Fieldhouse expansion and renovation. The facility will be renamed the Michael J. Hagan ’85 Arena, in honor of another alumni leader. As we continue to work toward other campaign priorities, I am thrilled that at this writing, we have raised $106 million, an impressive 70 percent of our goal. Along with the acquisition of the Maguire Campus, the renewal of the Fieldhouse provides Saint Joseph’s with myriad opportunities for students and alumni to come together to experience a common heritage. These accomplishments also help realize the comprehensive goals we set in Plan 2010: The Path to Preeminence. I am delighted to report that many of our initiatives set forth in Plan 2010, now in its third year of implementation, have come to fruition. These initiatives are the framework on which we are building the long- term vitality of the University. This past year has seen strides in the areas of academic excellence, mission and diversity, facilities and technology infrastructure, financial health, and campus life and community partnerships. Clearly, SJU is on the move, and is advancing confidently toward being recognized as the Northeast’s preeminent Catholic comprehensive university. Thank you for all you do to make this exciting journey possible. God’s blessings, Timothy R. Lannon, S.J. President Contents-Cal Sum08:News Summer 06 REV 7/28/09 5:05 PM Page 1 magazine Volume 22, No. 3, Summer 2008 Cover Story Features Departments 2 From the Editor 2 On the Calendar 3 News Scholarship Commencement Spotlight on Students, Faculty On Campus Service Athletics 26 Advancing Young ’60 and Brzozowski ’95 Receive 12 Students and Faculty Rally 18 The New Color of Home Entertainment: Alumni Service Awards for Election 2008 David Bishop Leads the Way with Blu-ray SJU Launches National Day of Service By David King ’08 (B.A.) By Carolyn Steigleman Daniel J. Hilferty III ’78 Honored with Saint Joseph’s students and faculty share the This Sony executive and SJU alumnus uses new HSB Hall of Fame Award national anticipation for the 2008 presidential technology to enhance home entertainment. Students, Benefactors Connect at election. President’s Scholarship Celebration 20 There Are Sharks in Those Hills! A Saint Joseph’s Scientist Uncovers 30 Alum Notes Montana’s Hidden Treasures Meet Our New Alumni! By Patricia Allen In Memory Sharks in the Midwest? Impossible? Michael Casino ’31 Take a look at what biology professor Alumni Profiles Eileen Grogan has found. John David Ott, D.O. ’68 Dennis Matulewicz ’73 24 Collecting Art at Saint Joseph’s Dena (Querubin) Blizzard ’03 By Carmen R. Croce ’71 (B.A.) The University’s art collection reflects 39 Viewpoint an enduring tradition of teaching and By David H. Burton, Ph.D. scholarship. 40 EndPoint By Dan Wisniewski ’08 (B.A.) UNIVERSITY ADMINISTRATION Advancing Section Editor SJU MAGAZINE: Published four times Saint Joseph’s University is committed to President Phil Denne ’96 (B.A.) annually by Saint Joseph’s University, a policy of equal opportunity in every Timothy R. Lannon, S.J. Associate Director, Development 5600 City Avenue, Philadelphia, PA aspect of its operations. 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[email protected]. Contents-Cal Sum08:News Summer 06 REV 7/28/09 5:05 PM Page 2 On the Calendar From the Editor ACADEMIC CALENDAR ALUMNI Fall semester day classes begin, Wed., Sept. 3. j Mass of the Holy Spirit, Tue., Sept. 23. Family and Alumni Weekend | Reunion 2008 Fall Break, Mon., Oct. 20-Tue., Oct. 21. September 26-28 Last day of classes, Fri., Dec. 12. The Maguire Campus Final examinations, Mon., Dec. 15-Sat., Dec. 20. Ribbon Cutting Ceremony This year’s presidential election has headlined Online: www.sju.edu/sju/academic_calendars.html. September 27 national and local news for months. You can’t www.sju.edu/familyandalumniweekend ACADEMIC EVENTS change a channel, pass a newsstand or search the See inside back cover for more information. Internet without coming across some reference to SJU Reads: Spencer Overton, author of Stealing the candidates or the major issues, and SJU Democracy, Thu., Sept. 25, Wolfington Teletorium j Magazine is no exception. (11:30 a.m.). Delta Sigma Pi Reunion, Sat., Sept. 20. Outreach lecture, Wed., Oct. 8, Wolfington Teletorium Contact: [email protected]. The interest and enthusiasm of Americans are way (7:30 p.m.). Speaker: Greg Boyle, S.J., founder/ President’s Cup Golf Outing, Mon., Sept. 29, Applebrook up from previous years, including for Saint executive director of Jobs for a Future/Homeboy Golf Club, Malvern, Pa. Contact: [email protected]. Joseph’s students, many of them first-time voters. Industries, “Breaking the Isolation of Gangs: Community as a Response to Youth Violence.” Young Alumni Retreat, Classes of 2005, 2006 and 2007, Faculty members are helping make the election Fri., Oct. 17-Sun., Oct. 19. Contact: David Odorisio at more real for them by applying their expertise to COLLEGE OF ARTS AND SCIENCES [email protected]. the issues, as you will see in the cover story. DEAN’S COLLOQUIUM Naples Destination Weekend, Thu., Feb. 12-Sun., Feb. 15. • “Evolution, Citizenship and the Supreme Court: Contact: [email protected]. I find it exciting to be involved in the election The Role of Education in Liberal Society,” Susan Liebell, Online: www.sju.edu/alumni.