u n i v e r s i t y fallS 2007 :: ina this issuecred :: 02 from the heart 26 the new coreHeart curriculum 35 commencement 46 alumni news The Human Journey Rooted in the Catholic intellectual tradition, SHU’s new Core Curriculum engages students and faculty in the journey of a lifetime as they work to fashion lives of meaning and purpose. :: from the president in his words :: Dear Friends, to make the most of their human journeys, As our knowledge grows exponentially, both collectively and individually. Our faculty, one of the greatest challenges facing us in students and staff are raising the academic higher education is how to help our students profile of the University all over the world, as integrate what they learn across different evidenced by the top rankings we continue to disciplines. This is especially true when we earn in national publications like U.S. News consider how quickly our access to knowledge & World Report and The Princeton Review; new is multiplying. In these pages, we highlight cooperative agreements with other institutions Sacred Heart University’s exciting new under- of higher learning; faculty and student awards; graduate core curriculum, The Human Journey, and the steady growth in our academic, ath- which was designed by our faculty and imple- letic and residential life programs. mented this fall to do just that. Of course, the human journey is some- It will bridge the disciplines in humanities times tragic, too. We discovered that this year, and the sciences as we engage our students in as we grieved with our colleagues at Virginia making fundamental inquiries into all aspects of Tech and prayed for them at a time of unimagi- what it means to be human. nable loss. In response to that tragedy, we took “ In these pages, we highlight Sacred Heart University’s exciting new core curriculum, The Human Journey.” Nine years in the making, this extraordi- a number of actions on campus to enhance the nary effort is solidly rooted in the Catholic overall security and safety of our community. intellectual tradition. It provides a program We are reminded, as always, of how this for academic and personal development that University draws on the rich heritage of our works to explore how to live a life of purpose Catholic Intellectual Tradition to provide our and meaning. These themes build on our students with the framework they need for longstanding Catholic mission of educating lives of continuous learning, leadership and the whole person and will further distinguish service to others. As you read the many stories Sacred Heart as a national leader. in these pages of how we do just that, I want You’ll also find a feature in this magazine to thank you for your ongoing confidence and that reveals how nearly 90 percent of Sacred support of this great University. Nothing we Heart’s students are currently receiving some accomplish would be possible without you. form of financial aid. A total of $23 million in With every best wish, I am University assistance went to our undergradu- ates last year, and you might be surprised to Sincerely, find out how many different forms that finan- cial assistance can take. And you’ll discover compelling evidence on every page for how hard Sacred Heart’s community members work Anthony J. Cernera, Ph.D. MAgAzInE STAFF PoSTMASTER Send address changes to: Executive Editor: Michael L. Iannazzi Institutional Advancement Editor: Christopher J. 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ISSN 1547-6219 Copyright ©2007 Sacred Heart University Opinions expressed in this publication may not necessarily reflect those of Sacred Heart University, its faculty or administration. u n i v e r s i t y SacredHeart :: in this issue :: volume 12, no. 5 fall 2007 SHU Unveils 26 the New Core Curriculum SHU’s new core curriculum helps students see the connections across all disciplines and how they relate to the Catholic intellectual tradition. Commencement 35 2007 1,813 students graduated during SHU’s 41st commencement ceremony. Student Lending 38 Paying for college can be overwhelming, but SHU’s financial counselors help families make sense of the maze of opportunities. Departments 40 » on the field The latest on SHU athletic ifc » in his words A letter from President successes, developments and special events Anthony Cernera 46 » alumni news Highlighting SHU graduates 02 » from the heart Insider information living the University’s mission on achievements, events, and people from and 50 » class notes Catch up with old friends: around campus who’s doing what and where they are now 23 » advancing shu Moving the University bc » special events The Men’s and Women’s community forward with gifts, giving and advancement Basketball Doubleheader, SHU vs Fairfield U. Frominsider informationthe from andHeart around campus SHU Among the Best in U.S. News and The Princeton Review’s Annual Best Colleges Guides Sacred Heart University ranks among the best, according to the 2008 edition of “America’s Best Colleges” by U.S. News & World Report and The Princeton Review’s guidebook, “The Best 366 Colleges: 2008 Edition.” U.S. News was published on August 27 and The Princeton Review on August 21. Sacred Heart University, the second-largest Catholic university in New England, is one of only eight schools to be added to this year’s The Princeton Review’s Best Colleges guide. In the U.S. News rankings, SHU has climbed 12 spots in two years, from 50th in 2006 to 44th in 2007 and now earning the 38th spot in the category of master’s universities in the North. 18th Annual Pioneer Scholarship Open at Great River Golf Club SHU’s 18th Annual Pioneer Scholarship Open golf tournament took place on Monday, June 4th at the Great River Golf Club in Milford, Conn. The Pioneer Scholarship Open golf tournament raises valuable scholar- ship funds for deserving SHU students. 100% of the net proceeds from the tournament directly support the University’s Scholarship Fund. Official tournament sponsors included Petra Construction Corp., Lanese Construction Inc., E-Lite Technologies, and LENOVO. The Pioneer Scholarship Open dinner sponsor is Keating Associates. The Pioneer Scholarship Open helps students achieve their dream of a college degree. Nearly 90% of SHU students receive some form of financial assistance, without which, college may not be a reality. Last year, the tourna- ment raised $75,000 to benefit the student scholarship program at SHU. Left, Trustee Jim Morley, Jr. (left) presents Trustee Cup to long-time SHU Trustee Bob Matura. Above, T. J. Lanese of Lanese Construction Inc. 2 sacred heart university magazine Cooperative Agreement Signed Welch College of Business Named with ICN Business School Among the Best in The Princeton Review The John F. Welch College of Business at Sacred Heart University and the ICN Business School signed a cooperative agreement on The John F. Welch College of Business is an outstanding business June 5. The agreement promotes scholarly activities and interna- school according to The Princeton Review. The New York-based tional understanding by allowing graduate students from both insti- education services company has selected the school for inclusion in tutions to take courses in either a French or an American university, the 2008 edition of its book, Best 290 Business Schools (Random and by allowing professors to teach and conduct research in House/Princeton Review Books), available in bookstores October 9, both institutions. 2007. SHU’s Welch College of Business is one of 23 business schools The John F. Welch College of Business has its that The Princeton Review is adding to the guidebook this year. Also main campus in Fairfield, Connecticut, as well as this year, Sacred Heart University was chosen for inclusion in The an international campus in Luxembourg. The ICN Princeton Review’s The Best 366 Colleges: 2008 Edition. Business School, formerly the Institut Commercial de Nancy, was created in 1905 and now has 2,000 students enrolled in six graduate In addition to its campus in Fairfield, Connecticut, Sacred Heart University established an MBA program in Luxembourg in 1991 and three undergraduate programs. which today has over 200 graduates. Welch College of Business Dean Stephen Brown commented, “The John F. Welch SHU Receives Quality College of Business is an engaging, Improvement Award stimulating, and exciting environment. Being included among The Princeton Sacred Heart University’s Center for Strategic Planning for Not-for-Profit Organizations recently received a Review’s Best Business Schools comes Connecticut Quality Improvement Award (CQIA). The on the heels of an exceptional year in Center, established within the John F. Welch College the life of our school and this honor is of Business to provide business assistance to qualified groups at no cost, helps MBA students develop a sense yet another point of pride for our vibrant of community and an appreciation for those less fortu- learning community.” nate through unique opportunities to share their talents and serve others. Under the guidance of an experienced According to Robert Franek, VP/Publisher, The Princeton Review, advisor, MBA students at the Center assist not-for-profit "We select schools for this book based on several criteria.