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University News Scrantastic! Office Convention Puts Scranton in National Spotlight In many ways, Convention Beginning in the of Scrantonians Michele Dempsey, DX was much like the Emmy-award winning wee hours of the Dempsey Architecture, Tim Holmes ’88 sitcom The Office. No one could have morning of Oct. 26, of Times Shamrock Newspapers, and Sara predicted the magnitude of its success. students lined up Hailstone of the City of Scranton, who The three-day Convention, chaired in the cold to give collectively chaired the event. The week- by a triumvirate of Scrantonians and a warm welcome to end-long festivities were organized by the organized by a handful of people who Al Roker of NBC’s City of Scranton, the Lackawanna County ultimately enlisted the support of Today show in a Convention & Visitors Bureau, WBRE-TV, hundreds of volunteers, drew throngs live broadcast from Times Shamrock Newspapers, The Uni- of Office fans, not only from Scranton, campus that kicked versity of Scranton, The Greater Scranton but as far away as Wyoming, California, off The Office Con- Chamber of Commerce and Mohegan Sun. Canada and Ireland. vention. In all, more To view the full text of this story, visit the Many of the events were held on the than 3,000 people, The Convention Web at www.scranton.edu/officeconvention. campus of The University of Scranton, including 2,500 included Dunder which was an organizer of the Conven- University students, Mifflin Infinity’s “Iggy” got in the fun (and the photo) with tion and host to thousands over the turned out in Scran- Office Olympics, University President Rev. Scott Pilarz, S.J., weekend. By all estimates, a total of ton style to cheer held in the and NBC’s Al Roker. 10,000 attended the Convention, which on Roker and nine Byron Complex. included guest appearances from 15 cast cast members of members, as well as the executive produc- The Office who made special appearances ers and a dozen writers of the show. during the morning broadcast. They were For The University of Scranton, it was greeted like rock stars, with cheers from an opportunity to showcase its campus the Royals cheerleading squad and roaring to a national audience – a chance for this enthusiasm from the crowd. Jesuit jewel to shine even brighter. The Convention was the brainchild

The Royals Cheerleaders cheer on Office cast members (Meredith), Creed Bratton (Creed) and Oscar Nuñez (Oscar), and NBC’s Al Roker during a live broadcast of the Today show from campus.

2 t H E s c r a n t o n J o u r n a l Visionary Thinking Brings that ‘Star Trek’ had its conventions and The Office to Town ‘The Office’ fans were Tim Holmes comes from a family that every bit as rabid thinks big. When he graduated from the — it would be some- University in 1988, his brother-in-law thing for the fans.” hired a plane to buzz the campus trailing a The committee was congratulatory banner. So when friend Sara given a glimmer Hailstone, a city administrator, asked him of hope when they what he thought of luring NBC’s Emmy- Tim Holmes ’88, heard that Executive Scranton Mayor Chris Doherty was assisted award-winning series The Office to town, he Director of Com- Producer Greg Dan- by Office cast member said, “Let’s do it.” munity Newspaper iels’ reaction was “it (Angela) during the ribbon-cutting ceremony. Tim became “the visionary” of the Group for Times will play well with small group of Scrantonians determined Shamrock, was part the sensibilities of to turn the national spotlight on Scranton. of a triumvirate of the show.” Tim says, “It was important that The Scrantonians who Tim’s degree in Office Convention benefit everybody — chaired The Office marketing served we wanted to structure it so it was good Convention. him well in crafting for the city and also good for the show the pitch. Moreover, itself.” When Tim opened the the wide latitude and support given him Philadelphia Inquirer the day after the by The Scranton Times-Tribune allowed convention and saw the headline, “From him to reach out to partners (including coal to cool,” he knew he’d succeeded. his alma mater) whom he was sure would As the “visionary,” it was Tim’s job to place Scranton in the best light possible. Cast members of The Office received a Royal make the pitch to NBC. Scranton archi- “I knew Al Roker had to be at the Welcome at Scranton. From left: Brian tect, Michele Dempsey and some friends University. I knew they would make it Baumgartner (Kevin), University President initially explored her convention ideas come alive with 2,500 screaming kids. Rev. Scott Pilarz, S.J., Craig Robinson (Dar- in a 30-page document. Tim was tasked I visualized that back in August,” Tim ryl), Student Government President Chris with distilling the ideas into a single page says. On Oct. 26, that vision proved Molitoris ‘08 and Angela Kinsey (Angela). that would win NBC buy-in. “What it eerily accurate — but then again, that’s boiled down to,” Tim says, “was the idea what visionaries do. Scranton Shines for “Stanley” More than 150 reporters, including representatives from the Los Angeles Times, The New The Office Convention provided York Times, USA Today and other national print and broadcast media attended a press an opportunity for The University conference with cast members held in the Byron Complex. of Scranton to showcase its campus to a national audience – a chance for this Jesuit jewel to shine even brighter. It clearly caught the attention of , who plays Stanley on the Emmy award-winning sitcom, The Office. “The campus is breathtaking,” he said, adding that the grounds are “impeccable” and About 3,400 people filled the Long Center on campus for a the staff accommodating. Q&A session with the cast and executive producer of The Office. Himself the product of Leslie David a Jesuit education, Baker (Stanley) Baker said of The poses with University of Scranton, Scranton stu- “I would come here to dents during go to school if I had to NBC’s Today do it all again.” show, Oct. 26.

W i n t e r 2007-2008 3 Mulberry Street Improvement Project Announced National Rankings The City of Scranton, Scranton City “This is an example of what happens Continue for Scranton Council and The University of Scranton when you cooperate with each other During the release of annual fall have announced a Mulberry Street and work with each other,” said rankings of American universities, The improvement project that will beautify Scranton Mayor Chris Doherty at the University of Scranton received three and improve safety for a gateway corridor news conference on Sept. 20 on the national accolades in just one week. into the city. The University of Scranton University’s campus. “This (project) Scranton was listed as one of the top will fund the project, which is estimated is an investment in infrastructure that ten master’s level universities in the north to cost more than $1 million. benefits the city, the neighborhood and by U.S. News & World Report. This is Set to begin in the spring of 2008, the the University.” the 14th consecutive year that U.S. News project will provide a welcome sign to The “It’s not a monetary contribution, has ranked Scranton among the top ten University of Scranton and the historic but so much more than a monetary schools in the north. , published Hill Section of the city, new sidewalks, contribution. This will last forever,” said on Aug. 20 in the annual edition of period street lights and landscaping along Judy Gatelli, president of Scranton’s City “America’s Best Colleges,” also listed Mulberry Street from Jefferson Avenue to Council. “This is needed in the Hill. The Scranton among the “Great Schools at North Webster Avenue. The project will University has stepped up to the plate. a Great Price,” which relates academic also improve safety by widening the turn This will certainly be the most wonderful quality to the cost of attendance. This lane on the southwest corner of Jefferson artery through the city.” marks the fourth consecutive year that Avenue and Mulberry Street. Scranton has been included among the 15 colleges listed as “Great Schools Officials from the City of Scranton and the University unveiled plans for a streetscaping at a Great Price.” Also, for the fourth project at a news conference on Sept. 20. From left: Mayor Chris Doherty, Councilman consecutive year, Scranton has been Robert McGoff, Councilwoman Sherry Nealon Fanucci, University President Rev. Scott named among the five schools in its R. Pilarz, S.J., Council President Judy Gatelli and Hon. Ken Smith, Pennsylvania House of category listed for having the “Highest Representatives. Graduation Rates.” Scranton was the only college in Northeastern Pennsylvania to be among the elite colleges in the nation profiled in the Princeton Review’s The 366 Best Colleges, marking the sixth consecutive year that the University made Princeton Review’s exclusive list. The guide published on Aug. 21. Scranton was also the only area college to be listed in Kaplan/Newsweek’s 2008 publication How to Get Into College, which listed Scranton among the nation’s “372 Most Interesting Schools” for the second consecutive year. The Kaplan/ Newsweek guide published on Aug. 15. Alumnus Honored for Humanitarian Work William A. Canny ’77, the country him from Africa and India to Europe, representative for Haiti for Catholic Eurasia and Haiti. In his travels and work Relief Services, received an honorary across the globe, he has answered the degree from the University and addressed Ignatian call of service to others, ‘to give the incoming freshman students during and not to count the cost’,” read a New Student Assembly on Aug. 25. Dr. Barrasse. In the citation, read by classmate Linda In addition to his work for Catholic D’Andrea Barrasse, M.D.’77, Canny Relief Services, Canny previously served was praised for his humanitarian work as Secretary General of The International throughout the world. “Mr. Canny’s Catholic Migration Commission, an work with American and international appointment that required approval by humanitarian organizations has taken the Holy See. William A. Canny ’77 addressed a nearly full-house audience in the Byron Complex following his awarding of an Honorary Degree during a New Student Assembly, Aug. 25.

4 t H E s c r a n t o n J o u r n a l Nine Named to Board of Trustees

Thomas J. Donna M. Rev. James F. Edward Eugene J. James James F. Diane John A. Davis ’69 Doherty Duffy, S.J., Glynn, S.J. Kane Sr. ’54 Knipper ’81 Mullery Jr. ’86 Edmunds Walsh ’66 M.D. ’88 H ’90 Murray H’06 Nine new members have been elected Georgetown University School of Medicine Sub-Advisory Group at AXA Equitable; to three-year terms on The University of and internist at the Spanish Catholic Diane Edmunds Murray H’06, co-founder Scranton’s Board of Trustees, beginning Center, Washington, D.C.; Edward Glynn, and president of Lavelle Murray, Inc.; and their terms at the Oct. 4 board meeting. S.J. H’90, president, Christ the King John A. Walsh ’66, senior vice president New trustees are: Thomas J. Davis, Preparatory School, Newark, N.J.; Eugene and executive editor of ESPN and the CPA ’69, proprietor of a financial advisory J. Kane Sr. ’54, chairman of Kane is Able, ESPN Internet Group. and consulting practice; Donna M. Inc.; James Knipper ’81, president and Biographical sketches of members of Doherty, owner of Heart to Art; Rev. CEO of J. Knipper and Company; James the Board of Trustees may be found on the James F. Duffy, S.J., M.D. ’88, chaplain of F. Mullery Jr. ’86, president of the Global Web site at www.scranton.edu/trustees.

Conference on disAbility Draws Record Crowd “Autism Across the Lifespan: Allies in Action” was discussed to a capacity crowd gathered for the 6th Annual Northeastern U.S. Conference on disAbility, held Oct. 18 on campus. The Conference included sessions on education, employment and independent living. Keynote speakers were two leading advocates for autism in Pennsylvania and America. Dennis O’Brien, the 137th Speaker of the Pennsylvania House of Representatives and founder and co- chairman of the Pennsylvania Legislative The 6th Annual Northeastern U.S. Conference on disAbility included the presentation Autism Caucus, opened the conference of the Edward R. Leahy Jr. Award to two individuals. From left: Vanessa Silla-Zaleski, Ed.D., with his keynote address, “Pennsylvania and Constance Wisdo, conference planning committee co-chairs; Rev. J.A. Panuska, S.J., Legislation and Commitment to Autism president emeritus of the University; Patricia and Edward Leahy ’68, honorary confer- Funding.” ence co-chairs; Jeanne Brolan ’01 and Lee Grossman, Leahy Award recipients; and Debra Lee Grossman, president and chief Pellegrino, Ed.D., Dean of the Panuska College of Professional Studies. executive officer of the Autism Society of America and the Autism Society Centers of Lackawanna County, and of funding for children with disabilities of America Foundation, discussed the mother of a son with autism, received the through the Individuals with Disabilities “worldwide pandemic” of autism, the Edward R. Leahy Jr. Excellence Award in in Education Act. challenges it presents, and the hope Community Advocacy for Autism. The Conference was presented by The for change. Grossman also received The conference also featured a live vid- University of Scranton’s J.A. Panuska, the Edward R. Leahy Jr. Award in eoconference with U.S. Senator Robert P. S.J., College of Professional Studies and Individual and Systems Advocacy for Casey, who discussed the bill he is drafting the Edward R. Leahy Jr. Endowment. Autism. Jeanne Brolan ’01, Community that will allow parents to create disabil- Honorary Chairpersons were Edward R. Organizer for United Neighborhood ity educational IRAs, as well as the issue Leahy ’68 and Patricia Leahy.

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for Student Development, as well as for academic affairs. Dr. Steele served as Faculty and Staff a member of the Senior Management interim associate provost from July 2005 Advisory Committee (Office of Human to June 2007 and has been a member of Faculty Promotions, Tenure Rights and Equity), where she worked the University’s Decisions Announced with the university faculty in the administration to Technology and University President Rev. Scott promote diversity Religious Studies R. Pilarz, S.J., announced 16 faculty and equity at a Department since promotions, including tenure decisions, governance and 1979. Dr. Steele effective at the beginning of the 2007- senior leadership was named to 2008 academic year. level. She brings the rank of full The following faculty members were more than 15 professor in 1996 promoted to professor effective the fall years of combined and was chair of the of 2007: Yaodong Bi, Ph.D., computer E. Springs experience in Theology/Religious science; S. Kingsley Gnanendran, Ph.D., Steele, Ph.D. Rosette Burakari community Studies Department operations management; Sharon M. Adera development from 2000 until his appointment as Hudacek, Ed.D., nursing; Robert W. Shaf- through advocacy and consultation on interim associate provost. He earned his fern, Ph.D., history; Carol S. Slotterback, gender, race, language and ethnicity, B.A., M.A. and Ph.D. degrees from the Ph.D., psychology; and Gary N. Wodder, immigration, citizenship, war and University of Notre Dame. He has served Ph.D., exercise science and sport. genocide. She earned an M.A. degree on the Board on Rank and Tenure, the The following were promoted to from McMaster University and an Faculty Affairs Council and the Climate associate professor and granted tenure M. Ed. degree from the University of Study Response Committee. beginning the fall of 2007: Robert F. Western Ontario. W. Jeffrey Welsh, Ph.D., has been Waldeck, Ph.D., biology; Antoinette G. Debra A. Pellegrino, Ed.D., has been named dean of the College of Graduate Glover, Ph.D., English; Kelli O’Brien, named dean of the Panuska College of and Continuing Education. Before Ph.D., theology/religious studies; Krzysztof Professional Studies. Before joining the joining Scranton, Dr. Welsh was vice Plotka, Ph.D., math; and Christie P. University, Dr. Pellegrino was chair of president for academic affairs and dean of Karpiak, Ph.D., psychology. the Department of Education, director the college at Thiel College, Greenville, The following were promoted to of the master of education programs, and Pa. Previously, he was vice president for associate professor beginning the fall an associate professor of education in the academic affairs, dean of faculty and of 2007: Benjamin J. Bishop, Ph.D., area of literacy and elementary education professor of history at Lees-McRae College computing science; and William B. at Rockhurst in Banner Elk, N.C. He has also held Anderson, Ph.D., communication. University, academic and administrative positions at The following were granted tenure Kansas City, Mo. Surry Community beginning the fall of 2007: Eric A. Additionally, she College, Firelands Plumer, Ph.D., theology/religious served as literacy College, and studies; Rev. Timothy J. Cadigan, S.J., coordinator for Bowling Green biology; and Robert J. Spinelli, health the Central City State University, administration/human resources. Catholic Schools and was a visiting The University currently employs 267 of the Diocese research fellow full-time faculty members, 82 percent of of Kansas City, with the Colonial whom hold doctorate or terminal degrees. Debra A. Mo.–St. Joseph, Williamsburg Pellegrino, Ed.D and coordinator Foundation. An Four Named to of the greater Kansas City area children’s W. Jeffrey 18th Century Posts at Scranton literature conferences and the annual Welsh, Ph.D. American Historian, Rosette Burakari Adera has been Read the World Literacy Conference in he has authored named Director of the Office of Equity the Midwest. She earned an Ed.D., from a number of scholarly articles, edited a and Diversity. Saint Louis University and M.Ed. and collection of essays on the War of 1812 Adera comes to the University from B.S. degrees from Indiana University of and presented at numerous conferences. McMaster University in Hamilton, Pennsylvania. He earned M.A. and Ph.D. degrees from Ontario, Canada, where she served as an E. Springs Steele, Ph.D., has been Bowling Green State University, and an ESL program coordinator for the Center named associate provost and vice president A.B. degree from Grove City College.

6 t H E s c r a n t o n J o u r n a l Achievements and Awards faculty whose service to the University English Professor Writes and the wider community best represents Jean Wahl Harris, Ph.D., chair of the the tradition of generosity and dedication Third Book on Emerson political science department and associate that Dr. Earl, a professor of history, A newly released book by Len Gougeon, professor, has been chosen as a Fellow exemplified during his tenure at the Ph.D., professor of English, is breaking by the American Council on Education university from 1964 - 1996. new ground by exploring the heart as (ACE) for the 2007-08 academic year. well as the mind of one of America’s most Dr. Harris is one of only 39 educators important cultural figures. Emerson & in the nation chosen for the prestigious Eros: The Making of a Cultural Hero, pub- fellowship. Fellows participate in the lished this summer by the State University policies, decision-making processes and of New York Press, is the product of five culture of other institutions of higher years of writing and 30 years of think- learning. They also form a network ing by Dr. Gougeon, an Emerson scholar with other education leaders, attend whose previous published works include weeklong fellowship seminars and attend two other books on Emerson and numer- conferences on a national level. In 1994, ous articles in scholarly journals. she received the CASE Professor of the In this biography, Dr. Gougeon traces Year award from the University, and she is Pictured, from left: University President the spiritual, psychological and intel- past president of the Lackawanna County Rev. Scott, R. Pilarz, S.J., Prof. Casey, lectual growth of Ralph Waldo Emerson League of Women Voters. Pauline Earl, wife of the late Dr. Earl, Karen and his transformation from a Unitar- Daniel P. Mahoney, Ph.D., professor of Earl Kolon, M.D., and Jacqueline Earl Hurst. ian minister into one of America’s most accounting, has been chosen as the 2007 important cultural figures. Outstanding Educator by the Pennsylvania Three employees were honored Jay Parini, a well-known poet, Institute of Certified Public Accountants with the annual Sursum Corda Award biographer, and scholar, who received an (PICPA). He was recognized at PICPA’s during University Convocation on honorary degree from The University of annual Leadership Conference held in Sept. 7. The award, which means “Lift Scranton in 2005, gave Dr. Gougeon’s Hershey on Sept. 24. Dr. Mahoney has Up Your Hearts,” was established in book high praise. “I’ve read this book with been the recipient of several awards at 2002 to recognize members who have immense pleasure; it is a compelling work the University, including the Teacher of made outstanding contributions to the of scholarship and spiritual exploration.” the Year award, the Edward Gannon, S.J. University’s life and mission. One award Dr. Gougeon’s book also has been Award for Teaching, the CASE Professor of is presented to an employee in each of favorably reviewed by Midwest Book the Year and the Teacher of the Year in the three areas: professional/paraprofessional, Review, which reviews books for schools Kania School of Management. clerical/technical and physical plant. and colleges, and by The New York Sun. Rose Sebastianelli, Ph.D., professor of operations management, received the From left: University President Rev. Scott Kania School of Management Professor R. Pilarz, S.J., presented this year’s awards of the Year award from the Business to Paulette Burton, secretary in the Uni- Club for the second time. The award was versity Ministries Office, Barbara Wagner, presented at the annual KSOM dinner director of Clinical Education in the Physical on Oct. 11. Dr. Sebastianelli joined the Therapy Department, and Kevin Grebeck, University in 1988, was promoted to electrician in the Physical Plant office. associate professor with tenure in 1995, and was named a full professor in 2003. She served as interim dean of the Kania School of Management for one year (1996-97) and as interim dean of the Graduate School for two years (2000-02). Stephen Casey, associate professor of theology, was presented the John L. Earl Distinguished Service Award during Len Gougeon, Ph.D.’s new book, Emerson & the University Convocation on Sept. 7. Eros: The Making of a Cultural Hero, was pub- This award is presented annually to the lished this summer by the State University member of The University of Scranton of New York Press.

W i n t e r 2007-2008 7 On the Commons Student News and Achievements Scranton Welcomes Presidential Scholars Largest-Ever Undergrad Class Awarded to 11 During Fall Welcome Weekend, Aug. The University has awarded 11 fresh- 25-26, Scranton welcomed 1,600 incoming men full-tuition Presidential Scholarships students, including a record 1,035 full- for 2007-2008. time undergraduate students, the largest Presidential Scholarships are awarded incoming class in the school’s 119-year to incoming freshmen with exemplary history. The University also welcomed high records in both their schools and approximately 60 undergraduate transfer community involvement. The scholar- students, 70 non-traditional undergraduate Freshman students received a Royal Wel- ships cover the full cost of tuition for students and 435 new graduate students, come as they moved into campus during four years of study as long as the recipient which is also a record. Fall Welcome Weekend, Aug. 25-26. maintains at least a 3.25 grade point aver- The entering undergraduate students age. The following students were awarded were drawn from 7,608 applicants, first surpassed 6,000 and five years ago Presidential Scholarships. marking the sixth consecutive year when applications first 5,000. Edward K. Besse, Laurel, Md. the University has set a record for Applications to graduate programs Kristen C. Fenocchi, Jessup undergraduate applications for admission. have increased by 29 percent this year, Maria A. Gubbiotti, Falls This represents an increase of 12.5 and new enrollment has increased by Daniel J. Herr, Lake Hopatcong, N.J. percent over applications received last approximately 5 percent. The University John R. Layton, Hazleton year and more than doubles the 2001 has also seen its graduate enrollment Victoria A. Lombardo, Wyoming totals for applications received. This year’s nearly triple over the past five years Caitlin R. Mancuso, Piscataway, N.J. record marks the first time that Scranton’s through Web-based and off-campus Caitlin McCarthy, Scranton applicant pool broke the 7,000 mark. It course offerings and new degree offerings Elizabeth J. Reedy, Camillus, N.Y. was only three years ago that applications such as the doctorate in physical therapy. Anthony J. Stefanelli, Thornhurst Rose M. Trotiner, Baldwin, N.Y. Kania School Hosts Recruitment Fair Family Weekend Brings The University’s Kania School of Management held its annual recruiting fair and dinner on Oct. 11. The Recruiting EXPO is an opportunity for students to interact Hundreds to Campus with recruiters and faculty in a formal setting. Representatives from more than 20 leading companies, including AXA Advisors, Diversified Information Technologies, Edward Jones Investments, Johnson & Johnson, Lockheed Martin, Merrill Lynch and Pricewaterhouse Coopers, discussed internships and employment with students. The EXPO concluded with the KSOM Annual Dinner at the Radisson Lackawanna Station Hotel. Keynote speaker was Tom O’Brien ’86, managing director of the Fixed Income Division, of Morgan Stanley, a global financial services firm and a market leader in securities, investment management and credit services. Mr. O’Brien spoke on his expe- riences at the University and search process, and advised students on career/pro- fessional development, with a special emphasis on careers in financial services.

It was a weekend for families – about 500 of them, in fact. Hundreds of Scranton students were joined by their families Sept. 28-30 for Family Weekend on campus. The annual carnival (pictured above), spon- sored by the University Student Program- ming Board, was one of an entire weekend Students from the Kania School of Management explored internships and employment of events that also included a book discus- opportunities with more than 20 leading companies during the school’s annual recruiting sion, a lecture by an award-winning Jesuit Expo on Oct. 11. author, a luncheon and a family Mass.

8 t H E s c r a n t o n J o u r n a l Speakers and Lectures Nobel Laureate Discusses Lecture Series Features tims and survivors of genocide. The panel discussion took place in Brennan Hall Genetic Code Research Jesuit Author on campus and included Internet2 video The researcher whose pioneering work Christopher Award-winning author conferencing participation from schools in on the genetic code paved the way for James Martin, S.J., discussed “Humor in Ohio, Kentucky and Pennsylvania. decades of biomedical discoveries that the Catholic Church” at the University’s have advanced the human condition pre- J.J. Quinn Memorial Lecture on Sept. Alpha Sigma Nu Club sented this year’s annual Harry Mullin, 28 in the Houlihan-McLean Center on Hosts Annual Lecture M.D., Memorial Lecture. campus. Fr. Martin’s hallmark wit and Nobel laureate Marshall W. Nirenberg, spiritual insights were enthusiastically Northeastern Pennsylvania’s Alpha Ph.D., discussed “Forty Years after received by an audience that included Sigma Nu Alumni Club of the National Deciphering the Genetic Code,” on Oct. many parents and families who were on Jesuit Honor Society sponsored its third 17 in the Houlihan-McLean Center. Dr. campus for Family Weekend. Fr. Martin, annual lecture featuring Gerald P. Fog- Nirenberg shared the 1968 Nobel Prize in associate editor of America magazine, is arty, S.J., the William Kenan Jr. Professor Physiology or Medicine for interpretation author of the bestselling book, My Life of Religious Studies at the University of of the genetic code and its function in with the Saints (Loyola Press), as well as Virginia. Fr. Fogarty, a former Trustee of protein synthesis. his newest book, A Jesuit Off-Broadway the University, spoke on “The Pope and The Mullin Lecture series, which has (Loyola Press). The J.J. Quinn lecture the U.S. on the Eve of World War II” on brought to campus more than a dozen of series honors the late J.J. Quinn, S.J., a Oct. 6 in Brennan Hall. An expert on Dr. Nirenberg’s fellow Nobel laureates, professor of English at Scranton for more American Catholic history and Vatican- honors the late Dr. Harry Mullin, who than four decades. American relations, Fr. Fogarty is the earned his bachelor’s degree from the Uni- author of several books and is past presi- versity, then St. Thomas College, in 1931. dent of the American Catholic Histori- He dedicated a lifetime of service to his cal Association. Alpha Sigma Nu is the profession and the Scranton community. National Jesuit Honor Society, induct- The series is sponsored by his wife, Ethel ing students who have distinguished Mullin, his son, Brian Mullin, M.D., ’66 themselves in scholarship, loyalty, and and Robbin Mullin. service. The Alpha Sigma Nu Alumni Club includes members who have gradu- Renowned Economist ated from any Jesuit college or university, Discusses Financial including The University of Scranton. Strategies PNC Breakfast Series “Avoiding Fiscal Ruin: Failed Strate- James Martin, S.J., shared a lighthearted Continues gies and New Approaches to U.S. Budget moment with the audience during his Lauri Kavulich, Esq., ’86, former Policies” was the topic discussed by David presentation of “Humor in the Catholic chairwoman of the Pennsylvania Inter- H. Romer, Ph.D., at the University’s 22nd Church” in the Houlihan-McLean Center, governmental Cooperation Authority, dis- annual Henry George Lecture on Oct. 25. on Sept. 28. cussed “Public-Private Partnerships: A Dr. Romer, the Herman Royer Professor Win-Win for Everyone” at the PNC of Political Economy at The University Genocide Survivor Breakfast on Sept. 21. The breakfast series of California, Berkeley, is a renowned Speaks on Campus continued on Oct. 25 with guest speaker economist who combines macroeconomic As part of the commemoration of David H. Romer, Ph.D., the Herman theory with extensive empirical analysis to Royer Professor of Political Economy at provide deep insight into the working of Interdependence Day on Sept. 12, the University hosted a panel discussion enti- The University of California, Berkeley, the U.S. and global economy. The Eco- who, later that day, presented the Henry nomics and Finance Department at The tled “Why Don’t We Know More About Rwanda?,” featuring Jacqueline Mureka- George Lecture on campus. The PNC University of Scranton and the campus Breakfast series brings together members chapter of Omicron Delta Epsilon host tete, a young Rwandan who survived a 1994 genocide. Ms. Murekatete has made of the civic and business community to the Henry George Lecture, which honors hear guest speakers address topics of the 19th century American economist more than 300 presentations nationwide at venues ranging from schools and universi- regional, national and international interest. and social reformer. The lecture series is PNC Bank is the corporate sponsor. funded by a grant from the Robert ties to the United Nations General Assem- Schalkenbach Foundation. bly, in an effort to raise awareness of vic-

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Condron Hall Will Provide Improved Sophomore Housing

The University broke ground on Sept. 6 for a new 386-bed sophomore residence hall. On the same day, the University officially named the building Christopher “Kip” and Margaret Condron Hall in honor of Scranton benefactors Christopher M. “Kip” Condron ’70, president and chief executive officer of AXA Financial, Inc., and his wife, Margaret Condron, Ph.D., a trustee of the University. “The University of Scranton is grateful for the vision, dedi- cation, uncompromising motivation and passionate leadership provided by Kip and Peggy Condron through their work as trustees and through Kip’s stewardship of the President’s Busi- ness Council,” said University of Scranton President Rev. Scott R. Pilarz, S.J. “The University of Scranton is proud to celebrate their continuous and generous support by naming this building Christopher ‘Kip’ and Margaret Condron Hall.” A longtime friend and supporter of Scranton, Mr. Condron received a bachelor’s degree in business from Scranton in 1970. He served as a trustee for two terms, holding the Plans for a 386-bed sophomore residence hall were unveiled at a position of vice chair. He is groundbreaking ceremony on Sept. 6. The seven-story building is also the founder and chair of located in the 300 block of North Webster Avenue. the University’s President’s Business Council, a promi- nent group of alumni and Construction of Condron Hall began in September and is friends whose purpose is to expected to be completed by the fall of 2008. Several University Christopher “Kip” and Margaret advance the mission of the properties on North Webster Avenue were razed to establish a Condron received the grateful University. In 2006, the Uni- site for the new 108,000 sq. ft, seven-story facility. applause of an audience gathered versity awarded its President’s “The project will improve the quality and consistency of at a groundbreaking and naming Medal to Mr. Condron at the sophomore housing, and will replace older, less desirable facili- ceremony held Sept. 6, on the President’s Business Council’s ties,” said Fr. Pilarz. “It also anticipates external forces that are site of the future Condron Hall. annual award. shaping the availability of rental housing in the Hill section, Dr. Condron is an adjunct such as the city’s welcome enforcement of zoning restrictions, faculty member at Marymount Manhattan College and serves as and creates housing opportunities for juniors and seniors by an associate director of the Massachusetts Audubon Society. She freeing up existing apartment-style options that upperclassmen earned a doctorate in environmental studies from Rensselaer find more attractive.” Polytechnic Institute and has served as a member of the Science For additional information about the project and a photo Advisory Board for the state of Massachusetts and the Allegheny gallery of the groundbreaking, visit the Web at www.scranton. County Air Pollution Advisory Board. edu/condron-hall.

Participating in the groundbreaking ceremony of Condron Hall, from left: Martin Langan, associate vice president for administrative ser- vices; Carolyne King, student representative; Vince Carilli, Ph.D., vice president for student affairs; Margaret Condron, Ph.D.; Rev. Scott R. Pilarz, S.J., president; Christopher “Kip” Condron; Phil Condron Sr.; Scranton Mayor Chris Doherty; Nobel C. Quandel, president of The Quandel Group, Inc.; Don Flynn, vice president, Burkavage Design Associates; Bill Burkavage, president, Burkavage Design Associates.

1 0 t H E s c r a n t o n J o u r n a l AdvancementInstitutional Advancement

DeNaples Honored, New Record Reached at Annual Award Dinner The University’s President’s Business into a conglomeration of more than 200 Council achieved another record-breaking companies in which he has business inter- milestone at its Sixth Annual Award Din- ests including towing, heavy equipment ner on October 4 at The Pierre in New sales and rentals, landfills, waste hauling, York City. Louis A. DeNaples Sr. H’05, transportation, banking and real estate. president of DeNaples Auto Parts, Key- In December of 2006, Mr. DeNaples’ stone Sanitary Landfill, and Mount Airy business interests expanded when the Casino Resort, received the University’s Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board President’s Medal before an over-capacity selected his application for one of the slot crowd of 760 alumni and friends. machine licenses that the state was awarding. Dinner co-chair Andrew B. Dinnhaupt The Mount Airy Casino Resort in the ’89, portfolio manager in the Global Poconos opened its doors in October. Financial Services of RBC Capital Mar- Louis DeNaples Sr. H’05 (center) gratefully An active community volunteer and phi- kets, announced that this year’s dinner accepted the President’s Medal from Uni- lanthropist, Mr. DeNaples also established raised a record $1.56 million. This year’s versity President Rev. Scott Pilarz, S.J. and the Mount Airy Foundation, which will total surpassed the $1.54 million achieved manage charitable giving to programs that Chair of the President’s Business Council at the 2006 Annual Award Dinner. Mr. target youth, low-income families, and the Christopher “Kip” Condron ’70. Dinnhaupt also noted that in the six-year at-risk and disadvantaged. He has served history of this event, more than $6.25 on the boards of numerous organizations Christopher M. “Kip” Condron ’70, million has been raised. Proceeds from the throughout northeastern Pennsylvania. president & CEO of AXA Financial, annual dinner go directly to Scranton’s A longtime friend of the University, Inc., and chair of the President’s Business Presidential Scholarship Endowment Mr. DeNaples served two terms as a Council, returned to the role as Master Fund, which supports full-tuition scholar- trustee, including two years as chair of Ceremonies for the evening after being ships awarded annually by the University of the board. He received an honorary honored at last year’s dinner. Monsi- to its most academically qualified students. degree from the University in 2005. In gnor Joseph G. Quinn ’72, pastor of the Kaci E. Haines, a senior majoring in July, as recognition of his lifetime of com- Church of St. Rose of Lima in Carbon- biology with a minor in philosophy from mitment to the University, a new campus dale, provided the Invocation. Spring Brook, spoke on behalf of the Presi- center was named in honor of his late University President Rev. Scott R. dential Scholars. She thanked the attendees parents, Patrick and Margaret DeNaples. Pilarz, S.J., provided an update on the for their generosity and, on behalf of her The building will open in January 2008. recent activities of the University, as well fellow scholarship recipients, for providing as its continued successes as recognized the encouragement needed to grow. by numerous national publications. Fr. Enjoying the pre-dinner reception are Pilarz referred to a recent meeting with a Board of Trustees Chair Carl Kuehner ’62, current parent of two University students (right), his wife, JoAnne, and Frank in describing the ethos of the campus, “At McDonnell, Esq., ‘60. Scranton, when somebody trips, everybody stops to help them up.” Fr. Pilarz noted that Louis DeNaples exemplifies this Scranton ethos. Fr. Pilarz went on to offer his gratitude to Louis’ wife, Bettyann, and their family for “generously sharing your Rev. George Aschenbrenner, S.J., University husband, father and grandfather with the trustee and rector of the Jesuit Community University.” at Scranton (left), greeted Linda A native and resident of Dunmore, McGowan ’80, partner of Pricewater- Mr. DeNaples is a self-made business- house/Coopers LLP, and Mark Biedlingma- man. His career began with the founding ier ’80, U.S. Department of State (right). of DeNaples Auto Parts and has grown

W i n t e r 2007-2008 1 1 In his acceptance remarks, Mr. DeNaples even a race” and who combines “personal humbly offered his gratitude for this rec- humility with a firm determination to ognition and stated, “Aside from my mar- move forward.” John D. Dionne ’86, In Their Words… riage to my wife, Bettyann, and the birth dinner co-chair, immediate past chair of “Aside from my of our seven children, this is the greatest the University’s Board of Trustees, and marriage to my wife, night of my life.” In explaining his fami- senior managing director of The Black- ly’s commitment to support Catholic and stone Group, provided a glimpse into the Bettyann, and the Jesuit education, Mr. DeNaples encour- entrepreneurial success of Mr. DeNaples. birth of our seven aged those present to continue the tradi- “Nothing takes Louis DeNaples off his children, this is the tion of generosity. “We are called to the game,” Mr. Dionne said. cause of Catholic education in the Jesuit The President’s Business Council was greatest night tradition because it offers us a meaningful formed in 2001 by the University and a of my life.” way to leave a lasting tradition for future prominent group of alumni and friends Louis A. DeNaples Sr. H’05, generations,” he said. with the purpose of advancing the mission President’s Medal Recipient Immediately prior to the President’s of the University. In addition to its annual m Medal presentation, two close friends of dinner, the Council provides mentoring, “Unseen kindnesses on behalf of Mr. DeNaples offered an introduction of internship, educational and career oppor- this year’s honoree. Rev. Joseph F. Sica ’77, tunities for current students and networking students and our mission have been a chaplain of Mercy Hospital in Scranton opportunities for alumni and friends. consistent quality of Louis’ service to the and a longtime friend of the honoree, University throughout the decades.” described “the style, the vision and the per- Rev. Scott Pilarz, S.J., son” of Mr. DeNaples. Fr. Sica described University president Mr. DeNaples as someone who “sees the m finish line long before people know there’s “On this wondrous night for our beloved University of Scranton … we celebrate the Gospel virtues of real wisdom of heart, selfless generosity and genuine humility as seen so clearly and strongly in the life and works of Louis DeNaples…” Msgr. Joseph Quinn ’72, Pastor, Church of St. Rose of Lima Rev. Joseph F. Sica ’77, chaplain of Mercy m Hospital in Scranton, introduced his long- “If there is one truly unique business time friend, Louis DeNaples. “You possess a attribute of Louis’ no-nonsense approach, In her remarks, Presidential Scholar Kaci strong will and well-informed opinions that it’s his ability to make something Haines ’08 told the audience, “I can only hope are often based on good old common sense. difficult into something simple,” to be in your seat some day giving back to an You place character and integrity well above John D. Dionne ’86, dinner co-chair and ideal and an institution such as this.” success,” he said of Mr. DeNaples. past chair of the University’s Board of Trustees

The President’s Business Council’s seal illuminates the dance floor at the reception following the Award Dinner.

Past and present recipients of the President’s Medal share in the evening’s celebrations. From left: Paul Montrone, Ph.D., ’62 (2003 award recipient), University President Rev. Scott Pilarz, S.J., Louis DeNaples (2007 award recipient), Christopher “Kip” Condron ’70 (2006 award recipient), and John Dionne ’86, immediate past chair of the Board of Trustees.

1 2 t H E s c r a n t o n J o u r n a l The Royal Fund OFFICE OF ANNUAL GIVING PROGRAMS A Message from the 2007-08 Chair of The Royal Fund Paul Brown ’02 Memorial Paul Biedlingmaier Jr. ’76 Garden Dedicated A memorial garden honoring the life t is my distinct honor and pleasure From left: Jaime Giblin, Linda Howell and and memory of University of Scranton to serve as the Chair of The Royal Lindsey Mitchell ’08 helped organize the I student Paul T. Brown was dedicated on Fund for a second term. Last year we had a inaugural Brendan J. Giblin ’06 Memorial Sept. 22. tremendous response to our appeal exceed- Golf Outing. The dedication ceremony of “Paul’s ing all expectations of our ten benchmark Place” was attended by members of Paul’s goals. Our ambitious goal this year is $2.4 Golf Outing Celebrates the family and closest friends from the class million. To realize this important goal, this Memory of Brendan Giblin ’06 of 2002, as well as friends of his sister, Scranton Journal provides an envelope and an easy opportunity for you to give. The Brendan J. Giblin ’06 Memorial Jenna Brown ’06. Paul’s memorial plaque For the past year, I have appealed to you Golf Outing was held on July 27, to cel- was blessed by Rev. Terrence P. Devino, for your participation in unrestricted giv- ebrate the memory of Brendan J. Giblin, S.J., assistant vice president of University ing. In an effort to engage everyone in our who passed away during his senior year at Ministries. The dedication concluded giving program, we have expanded giving Scranton. In its inaugural year, this special with the presentation of individual white to include designated golf outing received an outpouring of sup- roses, which each guest placed on the contributions to spe- port from friends, family, sponsors and stone where the plaque is located. cific areas of interest. former classmates of Brendan. There were Born on March 30, 1980, Paul passed You now have the more than 100 golfers and 200 dinner away from cancer during his senior opportunity to support guests in attendance who gave generously year at the University. The University programming that you of their time and resources to show their of Scranton posthumously awarded his feel passionate about loyalty to the Giblin family and to support bachelor of the arts degree in 2002. or were affiliated with the charities that were close to Brendan’s Following his death in 2001, Paul’s during your time at heart. Among these causes is The Uni- mother, Lennea Brown, and sister, Jenna Scranton. I hope these versity of Scranton, where the Giblins are Brown ’06, wanted to celebrate their son choices can meet your Paul Biedlingmaier hoping to establish an endowed scholar- and brother by creating a place of medita- needs and inspire you Jr. ’76, Chair of the ship in their son’s name - The Brendan J. tion and beauty dedicated to Paul’s mem- to say “yes” to your Royal Fund, met Giblin ’06 Memorial Scholarship. A portion ory. Paul’s Place is now a physical study donor priority or par- with Jennifer of the proceeds from this event will go space for all members of the University ticular area of interest. toward funding this scholarship, honoring community to enjoy. Gentile ’08 at For some of you Brendan’s memory for years to come. Paul’s Place is located in Mulberry the Kania School Plaza within the atrium space between the call to giving is Recruiting Expo on Discover the Benefits of the Mulberry Plaza Apartments, outside new, while others are campus, Oct. 11. of Paul’s last place of residence as a stu- renewing your commit- Giving … and Create a Legacy dent. This memorial garden is funded ment. Visiting campus, I witness firsthand With just a few clicks of your mouse, entirely by the Brown family, who intend the pride, the passion, and the promise you can create a legacy with The University to continue their generosity to the Uni- that is distinctively ours. When speaking of Scranton that will endure through time. versity through future gifts directed to with accounting major, Jennifer Gentile ’08 Visit us on our new gift planning Web site Paul’s memory at Scranton. Lennea and during the Kania School of Management www.scranton.edu/plannedgiving. Jenna also plan to make future visits to Recruiting Expo on campus, I was impressed Access a virtual encyclopedia of informa- the garden and to provide additional with her enthusiasm. Jen stated, “My Scranton tion on estate planning and charitable giving, funding to maintain the garden while education is more than a knowledge change: including access to hundreds of up-to-date preserving Paul’s legacy at Scranton. it’s a heart change, and an experience that I articles on making the most of your giving. will carry with me for the rest of my life. Not Discover how charitable donations can Paul’s Place, a memorial to former student only have I been inspired by my teachers, but provide payments for you and your loved Paul T. Brown ’02, was dedicated on Sept. 22. I positively changed who I am because of my ones. Calculate your benefits with our college friends and their impact on my life online gift calculator. Learn how new tax and my decisions.” laws will change the way your IRA pays I challenge you to join me in the effort you and your beneficiaries. to continue impacting students like Jen. You can create a legacy that endures. We With our participation and our resources, are happy to provide you with additional we enable our University. We allow synergies information. For a confidential conversa- to shape, motivate, and inspire thousands tion, feel free to contact Marise Garofalo of students who develop their own unique at (570) 941-4144 or marise.garofalo@ educational success. Let’s continue to make scranton.edu with any questions – specific things happen! Please use the enclosed enve- or general – about gift options that best lope or visit www.scranton.edu/makeagift to fit your philanthropic and financial goals. participate in this year’s Royal Fund.

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