MADONNA NOW The Magazine of Madonna University PRESIDENT’S REPORT 2012 & 2013 LIVING OUR VALUES On campus, in our community and around the world Thank You to our Generous Sponsors of the 2012 Be Polish for a Night IRA Charitable Rollover Extended Scholarship Dinner and Auction A great way to give to Madonna! If you’re 70 ½ or over, you can make a Diamond Sponsors – $5,000 GoldCorp Inc. tax free gift from your IRA: MJ Diamonds • Direct a qualified distribution (up to $100,000) directly to Madonna Platinum Sponsor – $2,500 • This counts toward your required minimum distribution Felician Sisters of North America • You’ll pay no federal income tax on the distribution Lorraine Ozog • Your gift makes an immediate impact at Madonna Gold Sponsor – $1,000 Comerica Contact us to discuss programs and initiatives DAK Solutions you might want to support. 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Jo and Michael Obloy PIAST Institute Polish National Alliance Presbyterian Villages of Michigan Fr. Edward J. Prus Call Amy Perry at 734-432-5762 Dr. Cindy Ratkowski and Dianne Saholski Richard and Marilyn Rytel or order yours online today at Fr. George and Nouhad Shalhoub madonna.edu MADONNA UNIVERSITY 36600 Schoolcraft Road OF CONTENTS TABLE Livonia, MI 48150-1176 Admissions Office 734-432-5339 Advancement Office 3 734-432-5589 Alumni Office 734-432-5811 Main Number 734-432-5300 or 800-852-4951 [email protected] madonna.edu Editorial Staff The Madonna Now is published by 42 38 the Office of University Advancement Andrea Nodge ’84 vice president for advancement 2 Letter from the President Karen Sanborn 3 Nursing Celebrates 50 Years director of marketing Milestones of Nursing Education Jill N. Hamilton-Krawczyk ’08 6 Caps & Gowns graphic designer 2012 and 2013 Commencement Highlights Alan Piñon ’03 8 The Year 2012 marketing officer The 50th Anniversary of Vatican II Alan Piñon, Karen Sanborn, 9 A Pope for Madonna Kathleen Thompson contributing photographers The new Holy Father Pope Francis 10 Honor Roll of Donors Allison Follbaum, Monica Migliorino Miller, Ph.D. A list of treasured benefactors contributing writers 35 University Leaders Board of Trustees and Foundation Board On the Cover: Clockwise from top left: The President with Madonna nursing students and 38 Campaign Update faculty at Lourdes, France, Summer 2013. 2013 commencement mace bearer Rev. John Sajdak, chairperson and professor Leading the Way enters Phase III of the Religious Studies and Philosophy Department. 40 Select Statistics 2013 Doctor of Nursing Practice candidates wait for the conferral of degrees. Operating Statement of Activities The mission of Madonna University, a Catholic and Franciscan institution 42 of higher learning, is to instill in its students Christian humanistic Merry Marists Retire values, intellectual inquiry, a respect for diversity, and a commitment to Beloved priests go forth serving others through a liberal arts education, integrated with career preparation and based on the truths and principles recognized within 44 Beyond the Pond a Catholic tradition. Alumni news and stories Madonna’s mission receives its spirit from these Franciscan Values: 48 People Praises • Respect for the dignity of each person Faculty, staff and student success • Peace and justice • Reverence for creation • Education for truth and service Letter from the President The primary purpose of this President’s Report is to recognize the many benefactors who so generously support Madonna University and our students. Tucked in the center of this magazine is the honor roll of donors for the past two years; 2011-2012 and 2012-2013. These extensive lists also contain photos of many Madonna friends who have attended recent University events. As we closed out our anniversary year (the next Madonna Now will include photo highlights from all the events), we already had begun to look forward at the next 75 years, with the creation of our strategic plan Leading the Way with 2020 Vision. Most of you reading this magazine will have received a copy, and if you haven’t, it can be found on our website at madonna.edu/2020. Early in 2013, we exuberantly welcomed our new Pontiff, His Holiness Pope Francis, who shares our inspirational values of St. Francis. It is a joy for me to witness, daily, as members of the Madonna community live out our Franciscan values. As you read about the achievements, and ambitions of Madonna students, faculty, staff and alumni, I hope that you share our pride and enthusiasm. I think you would agree that our growth and success reflect the dedication and diligence of the entire community. As president, I am blessed to work with so many energetic, passionate and creative people; people who care about our students, our benefactors and one another. I am forever grateful and honored to serve this scholarly community, and I look forward to all that is in store for this great University. For our Madonna, Sister Rose Marie Kujawa, CSSF President 2 MADONNA NOW Nursing Excellence Through the Years In May 2013, the College of Nursing and Health celebrated 50 years of excellence in nursing education. Over the years the College has built a reputation for academic excellence and responsiveness to the needs of the community. From the first six graduates in 1966, to well over 5,000 nursing alumni today, the College of Nursing and Health has prepared students to provide high quality, professional health care to people in the most vulnerable stages of their lives. Initially developed as a professional program for women, the student body has grown to include an increasing number of men. As the region and country becomes more racially and culturally diverse, so too are students enrolled in the nursing curricula. Early clinical experiences were gained at St Mary Hospital and a handful of agencies in the greater Detroit area. Today that experiential learning is obtained through study abroad programs and at numerous clinical sites throughout Michigan and Ohio. Madonna nursing students have earned local and state recognition for their professional activities that contribute to the quality of life and care for people, families and communities. Madonna University and College leaders continue to adapt and enhance the nursing program to address the needs of students, the community and the ever-changing professional environment. The Nursing faculty is devoted to the education and formation of professional nurses with appreciation for Christian humanistic values in the Franciscan tradition and the program looks forward to the challenges of the future. The following is a look back at the milestones of the Madonna nursing program through the years. 1960 In response to an increasing national 1966 The first students graduated with need for professional nurses, and the strong bachelor of science degrees in nursing. interest in nursing careers, of local high school students, the four-year baccalaureate nursing program was developed through the cooperative efforts of Sr. M. Martina Mastej, Academic Dean, Sr. M. Raynelda Makarewicz, President and Sr. M. Calasantia Pawlik, consultant from St. Mary Hospital. 1968 Sr. Victoria Indyk, x70 with her class Sr. M. Louanne at their pinning ceremony. Solobodowski CSSF was 1974 The RN to BSN program was named chair established and registered nurse applicants of the nursing were accepted. department. 1970 The National League for Nursing (NLN) approved 1962 Geared the nursing toward women baccalaureate with no program for full Sr. Humilitas prior nursing accreditation for coordinator, with experience, the eight years and Peggy Shinkle, first students were Sr. M. Humilitas faculty member. admitted. Gersztyn, RN, Sr. Calasantia MSN, was Noreen O’Neill RN, served as chair named chair Ph.D. was selected as of nursing from of the nursing department chair. 1962-1968. department. PRESIDENT’S REPORT 2012 & 2013 3 1980 1990 Mary Wawrzynski, RN, Ph.D., 1994 The international nursing education became the Dean of the Division of Nursing exchange program was established with and Health, and Department Chair. Edge Hill School of Health Studies in Liverpool, England. Nursing students and RNs traveled to the United Kingdom for professional enrichment and study. 1996 The Hospice program was expanded to award a graduate certificate as well as the first Hospice master’s degree in the nation. 1991 Madonna College was renamed Nursing uniforms in the 1980s. Madonna University and the Angelo 1982 The first master’s degree program in DiPonio building was acquired to house nursing was established and approved by the Division of Nursing. the North Central Association (the Master of Science in Nursing Administration MSA, which has evolved to the Master of Science in Nursing/Master of Business 1999 The Administration MSN/MBA dual degree.) Transcultural 1985 The nursing faculty launched the Nursing Society baccalaureate program for Licensed Practical established, at Nurses; the LPN to BSN. Madonna, the Transcultural Nursing Center and library repository of the writings of Society Founder Dr.