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PALOS VERDES • SAN PEDRO | | FALL 2011 MARYMOUNT COLLEGE AND SAN PEDRO MARYMOUNT COLLEGE BOARD OF TRUSTEES

Burt Arnold Chair President’s Message: Alex Cappello Vice Chair An Era of Transformation Sr. Antoine-Marie Baurier, RSHM Secretary Dr. Michael S. Brophy Undoubtedly, the 2010-2011 school year was President, Marymount College a transformational one for Marymount College. Ty F. Bobit We succeeded in making a successful transition Patricia Dilligan to become a four-year college. We invested Rick Edler more than $4 million in our current facilities to enhance the learning and Richard D. Farman living environments for our students, and we added new faculty and staff to Bonifacio Garcia support the needs of our students during a period of more than 40 percent Richard M. Grotz enrollment growth. We look forward to the 2011-2012 school year as a time David A. Herbst of even greater transformation. Sr. Joan Lescinski, CSJ Brian W.G. Marcotte This year, we anticipate reaching an all-time-high enrollment; however, we William P. McGinn remain committed to maintaining small class sizes and providing the personal, Sr. Alice F. Molina, RSHM transformative experiences that remain the hallmarks of a Marymount College John Murnane education. In May, we will graduate our first bachelor’s degree candidates, Sr. Mary Leah Plante, RSHM who will be working tirelessly this year to complete their graduation require- Lia V. Reyes ments. In order to meet the needs of our upper-division students as well as our Thomas S. Ricci growing student body, Marymount College has developed a multifaceted plan Caroline A. Sayers that includes upgrading existing facilities and services at the Main Campus Dr. Sue Soldoff and the Palos Verdes Drive North residential community in San Pedro, as well Sr. Gregory Naddy, RSHM as expanding facilities to include more administrative, classroom and exhibi- Trustee Emerita tion space in the downtown San Pedro Waterfront District.

When students returned in August, they found increased faculty and staffing in many essential areas, faster Internet connectivity, expanded food services offerings and upgraded residential facilities at Palos Verdes Drive North, Dr. Michael S. Brophy President increased shuttle service, and new classrooms located at 222 West Sixth Street Kelly Curtis in San Pedro – our Waterfront Campus. We also have made arrangements with Director, Communications the Arcade Building to showcase student artwork. In addition, prospective Megan McCormick students who would like to “finish what they started” and complete their Alumni Relations/ Communications Coordinator bachelor’s degrees at Marymount College will find weekend, evening and Karen Holden, Holly Mavar accelerated online courses to meet their needs. Writers We are excited about the future of Marymount College, both in Rancho Palos Ann Lee, S’Pacific Image Designer Verdes and in the vibrant and culturally rich community of San Pedro. We look Ogden Photography forward to a year of continued transformation that will enrich the lives of our Photos students, faculty and staff, as well as the communities in which we live and learn. TODAY is published by Marymount College Sincerely, 30800 Palos Verdes Drive East Rancho Palos Verdes, CA 90275 310-377-5501 www.marymountpv.edu Michael S. Brophy, Ph.D., M.F.A. President, Marymount College MarymountTODAY College

Fall 2011 Table of Contents

President’s Message

2 Four Decades of Alliance

4 Student Life

6 Transfer Student Program

8 Advancement

10 Campus News

12 Alumni Notes

14 Cultural Arts Calendar

MISSION Marymount College is a Catholic institution that welcomes students of all faiths and backgrounds into a quality, values-based education. We foster a student-centered approach to learning that promotes the development of the whole person. In the spirit of our founders, the Religious of the Sacred Heart of Mary, we challenge our students to pursue lives of leadership and service. FOUR DECADES A Good Start for Marymount College OF ALLIANCE and San Pedro

For nearly 40 years, Marymount “It is a natural fit for Marymount College to expand into the San Pedro community,” said Marymount College President Michael S. Brophy. “San Pedro offers our students an im- College has maintained a mutually portant ‘extended classroom,’ in which students are transformed through a combination of beneficial relationship with the traditional academic learning and real-world experience. Working, volunteering and taking part in local activities helps students understand the world outside the classroom and cre- San Pedro community. This year ate lives of leadership and service.” the College plans to invest quite Participation in San Pedro’s community and cultural events has created a buzz among stu- a bit more in this vibrant Los dents and members of the downtown community. From mentoring students at the Boys and Girls Clubs of Los Angeles Harbor to donating blood at Providence Little Company Angeles neighborhood. While of Mary Hospital’s blood drives, and from preserving the native habitat at White Point to the College’s main campus is in performing jazz at the Grand Annex, students and residents alike are realizing the benefits of this relationship. Rancho Palos Verdes, both student “Marymount’s presence means so much for downtown San Pedro,” said Liz Schindler residential sites are located in San Johnson, president and executive director of the Grand Vision Foundation. “Downtown Pedro. In addition, many faculty San Pedro has many of the elements of a college town. Students are just what our local business community needs to energize our quaint and historic town.” and staff members of the College “My students are so revved up about participating in downtown San Pedro’s First Thurs- make their homes there. days,” said Marymount Fine Arts professor Paul Eastup. “They look forward to it every month.” First Thursday is a unique event, with free music, dancing, and performances on the street while many businesses, restaurants, and art galleries and studios stay open late.

2 | Marymount College TODAY | Fall 2011 COLLEGE RECEIVES DONATION FOR DOWNTOWN SAN PEDRO FACILITY

This school year, Marymount College will again increase its On July 11, 2011, Marymount College President Michael S. Brophy presence in the downtown area to accommodate growth; serve announced a significant financial contribution from local donors, upper-division undergraduates and develop graduate programs; who directed their donation toward a new college facility located and connect to local business, municipal, arts and not-for-profit at 430 West Sixth Street in San Pedro. groups. The Marymount College Waterfront Campus is a new administrative and academic center located at 222 West Sixth The donors, Marylyn and Chuck Klaus, provided a gift for a Street, and students will have the opportunity to exhibit their building that will offer space for “the arts,” including student in- visual and multimedia art in rotating exhibitions at the Arcade Building. In addition, classes and performances will be offered at struction, exhibition space, faculty offices and research. Curricu- the Grand Annex and the Warner Grand Theatre this fall. lum from the Media Studies bachelor’s degree program will be “Looking into our next academic year, we plan to hold more taught in this location. The site will be named the Marylyn and classes on Sixth Street, as well as offer film series, theatrical pro- Chuck Klaus Center for the Arts, in honor of the donors. ductions, guest lectures and gallery exhibitions,” said Dr. Brophy. “We will increase our participation in the First Thursday Art Walk “This significant gift from the Klauses furthers the College’s de- and become more deeply involved in service and philanthropic sire to expand our arts programming in downtown San Pedro,” projects in San Pedro.” said Dr. Brophy. In speaking about her motivation to donate In a more long-term strategy announced in June, Marymount to the College, Marylyn Klaus said, “I have been a longtime College proposed a 20-year master plan for one of its San Pedro champion of Marymount College and its involvement in San residential sites, located at 1600 Palos Verdes Drive North, which Pedro. My husband, Chuck, and I are delighted by Marymount’s includes the construction of residential and academic facilities. expanded presence in the San Pedro community. Putting Mary- The College is in the early stages of the mandatory Los Angeles mount College and San Pedro together is a win-win situation.” County Conditional Use Permit process and does not anticipate CUP approval before December 2012. This location is one of several San Pedro sites where Marymount “The Palos Verdes Drive North San Pedro master plan centers College will be offering instructional and performance capabili- on developing a small college campus where students will live, ties. Theater and music instruction and performance programs attend classes and study,” said Dr. Brophy. “Projects will be completed in steps over the duration of 20 years. First steps will and cultural arts programming for the community are based at the include the construction of an aesthetically pleasing parking lot Warner Grand Theatre and Grand Annex. Also scheduled for this to curtail street parking on Palos Verdes Drive North, as well as a fall are student art shows at the Arcade Building gallery. Addition- maintenance facility, and upgrading the existing townhomes to ally, in August, students, staff and faculty occupied an entire floor accommodate the growing need for student housing.” of the downtown San Pedro building located at 222 West Sixth Subsequent steps include the construction of an educational Street, a location formerly occupied by Northrop Grumman. building with student facilities, a dining commons and recreation- al features, and eventually new residential dorm-type units built in “Our integration into the culturally rich San Pedro community con- the iconic “California Craftsman” style. The plan also reaffirmed tinues to grow. Although we have had students living in San Pedro the College’s commitment to move forward with construction at for more than 37 years, we now have opportunities to learn more the College’s main campus in Rancho Palos Verdes. from and contribute ourselves to that culture,” said Dr. Brophy. “While the origins of Marymount College will always be the Ran- “San Pedro offers Marymount students an important extended cho Palos Verdes campus, we are truly excited about our presence classroom. Students are transformed through a combination of in San Pedro and all that this wonderful community has to offer,” said Dr. Brophy. “As our College continues to advance, coopera- traditional academic learning and real-world experience. Working, tion and collaboration with our communities will remain central to volunteering and taking part in local community activities helps Marymount’s success.” students create lives of leadership and service.”

Marymount College TODAY | Fall 2011 | 3 STUDENT LIFE

MEDEEM INSTITUTE ESTABLISHED TO EXPAND GLOBAL STUDY OPPORTUNITIES FOR STUDENTS

“This agreement creates a partnership that enriches vulnerable groups to promote more equitable access to the Global Studies, Business and other programs at the land ownership, which in turn opens the door for their College by creating research, field work and service own positive action to improve their lives.” opportunities,” said Medeem Institute Interim Director In 2008 DeRoy began a program in Ghana to formalize Ariane Schauer, Ph.D., who also serves as the College’s the land rights of those who have been marginalized. vice president of Academic Affairs. Today, that effort is sustained by virtue of the creation Medeem, established by Craig DeRoy, former president of a locally owned, staffed and operated entity known of First American Corporation and a Palos Verdes resi- as Medeem Ghana, based in the capital city of Accra. dent, was initially developed as his personal commit- This operation will serve as the first location for the ment to the Clinton Global Initiative. President Clinton Medeem Institute and for students of Marymount Col- challenged world leaders in business, nongovernmental lege to participate in field and service programs. organizations and science to come together to address President of Marymount College Dr. Michael S. Brophy the world’s greatest challenges in the areas of global welcomes the Medeem Institute as an opportunity for health, poverty, climate change and education. students and faculty to directly study emerging global Medeem’s mission is based on the philosophy of Her- challenges and solutions. nando de Soto, a recognized international economist In April, Marymount “In the same way our College founders, the Religious who has established that in much of the world the of the Sacred Heart of Mary, serve the poor and bring College reached poor are locked into poverty by virtue of their inability education to those who have had to struggle for ac- an agreement with to demonstrate and utilize their rights to land. This cess, the Medeem Institute will bring needed services historical failing prohibits them from having sufficient Medeem, a leader in to the world’s poor and underserved,” said Dr. Brophy. security to treat the land as their own, to improve bringing the em- “Our College recognizes the importance and impact of the land, to farm it effectively, or to use the land as a community action on a local, regional and international powerment of land true asset from which they can build a future life for scale, and we seek to infuse those principles across rights to the world’s themselves and their families. Medeem is focused on the course of study. The Medeem Institute brings an providing poverty alleviation through the provision of poor, to establish the important opportunity to forward our unique academic accessible and affordable land rights documentation Medeem Institute at environment and innovative curriculum.” for the world’s underserved. Marymount College. Marymount College professor and chair of the Busi- “A majority of the population of developing nations ness and Economics Division, Rexford Draman, Ph.D., lack formal recognition of their land rights, particularly will serve as the coordinator of special projects for the the poor, women, smallholder farmers and other under- Medeem Institute at Marymount College and will focus represented groups,” said DeRoy. “These individuals his work on implementing practical community action- typically lack the knowledge, resources, time and funds based solutions to world problems through curriculum, required to navigate complicated and costly land regis- research, entrepreneurship and international service. tration processes. Medeem targets its services to these

4 | Marymount College TODAY | Fall 2011 MARINERS SOCCER FALL 2011 SCHEDULES The Marymount College Mariners men’s and women’s soccer teams are looking forward to a full and exciting fall schedule as they head into their second season of league play in the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics.

For more details about Marymount Athletics, visit www.marymountpv.edu/athletics.

MEN’S SCHEDULE ROTORACT CLUB RAISES $1,000 Date Opposition Location Time FOR SHELTERBOX USA Friday, Aug. 26 Trinity Christian College HDC* 7:00 p.m. The Marymount College Rotoract Club, sponsored by Tuesday, Aug. 30 Master’s College Santa Clarita 4:00 p.m. the Palos Verdes Sunset Rotary Club, presented Shel- Friday, Sept. 2 BIOLA La Mirada 7:00 p.m. terBox USA with a $1,000 check in May to support the Monday, Sept. 5 Concordia University Irvine 4:00 p.m. company’s goal of helping the more than 50,000 families Friday, Sept. 9 SOKA Aliso Viejo 3:00 p.m. every year, both in the U.S. and abroad, who lose every- Saturday, Sept. 10 Bethesda Aliso Viejo 5:00 p.m. thing in a disaster. Tuesday, Sept. 13 Vanguard Vanguard 6:00 p.m. Each large, green ShelterBox is individually tailored to Friday, Sept. 16 Point Loma HDC* 7:00 p.m. a disaster but typically contains a disaster relief tent for Saturday, Sept. 24 University of Great Falls Salt Lake City, UT 2:00 p.m. an extended family of up to 10 people, blankets, water Sunday, Sept. 25 Westminster College Salt Lake City, UT 1:00 p.m. storage and purification equipment, cooking utensils, Friday, Sept. 30 Embry-Riddle HDC* 7:00 p.m. a stove, a basic tool kit, a children’s activity pack, and Sunday, Oct. 9 La Sierra HDC* 7:00 p.m. other vital items they will need while the family is dis- Sunday, Oct.16 Cal State San Marcos HDC* 3:00 p.m. placed or homeless. Tuesday, Oct.18 SOKA HDC* 7:00 p.m. “We are proud of our students’ support of the disaster Friday, Oct. 21 Arizona Christian University HDC* 5:00 p.m. relief efforts of ShelterBox USA and other organizations Sunday, Oct. 23 La Sierra Lomita 7:00 p.m. that are working tirelessly to provide needed goods and Friday, Oct. 28 Embry-Riddle Prescott, AZ 7:00 p.m. services to those affected by the natural disasters that Saturday, Oct. 29 Arizona Christian University Phoenix, AZ 7:00 p.m. have plagued our country and the world in these last sev- *All home games are played at the Home Depot Center (18400 S. Avalon Blvd., Carson, CA). eral months,” said Marymount College President Michael S. Brophy. “Our founding order, The Religious of the WOMEN’S SCHEDULE Sacred Heart of Mary, has devoted their lives to caring for Date Opposition Location Time the most needy among us. It is heartwarming to see this Friday, Aug. 19 Bakersfield College Bakersfield 4:00 p.m. tradition reflected in the good works of our students who Friday, Aug. 26 Fresno Pacific HDC* 5:00 p.m. are helping to alleviate the suffering of others.” Wednesday, Aug. 31 Master’s College Santa Clarita 4:00 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 3 Whittier 7:00 p.m. Friday, Sept. 9 Aliso Viejo 5:00 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 10 SOKA Aliso Viejo 7:00 p.m. Friday, Sept.16 Point Loma HDC 5:00 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 20 Biola Biola 7:00 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 22 Vanguard Vanguard 6:00 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 25 University of Dallas HDC* 2:00 p.m. Friday, Sept. 30 Embry-Riddle HDC* 5:00 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 2 Menlo College HDC* 1:00 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 8 Westminster College Salt Lake City, UT 1:00 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 16 Cal State San Marcos HDC* 1:00 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 18 SOKA HDC* 5:00 p.m. “YOU CAN’T TAKE IT WITH YOU” Friday, Oct. 21 Arizona Christian University HDC* 7:00 p.m. Marymount College students presented their spring Monday, Oct. 24 Holy Names HDC* 1:00 p.m. theater production of “You Can’t Take It With You.” Friday, Oct. 28 Embry-Riddle Prescott, AZ 5:00 p.m. Marymount students gave an outstanding rendition of Saturday, Oct. 29 Arizona Christian University Phoenix, AZ 5:00 p.m. the 1936 comedic play, performing, for the first time, in *All home games are played at the Home Depot Center (18400 S. Avalon Blvd., Carson, CA). the historic Warner Grand Theatre.

Marymount College TODAY | Fall 2011 | 5 Marymount’s Transfer FINISH WHAT Student Program Makes It Easy to YOU STARTED

Completing a bachelor’s degree at Marymount College has never been easier. With flexible study options including day, evening and weekend classes, as well as select online courses, transfer students, working students or students returning to complete their degrees can thrive in Marymount’s rich, student-centered learning environment that accommodates individual needs and objectives. What’s more, outstanding financial aid opportunities make this quality education more affordable than ever. Readily available classes ensure the ability to get needed courses in a timely manner. There also are many opportunities for real- DYNAMIC DEGREES build a broad base of knowledge and world instruction, international study, and career help ensure that Marymount graduates are a sought-after building through internships and e-portfolios. commodity in today’s job market.

BECOME INTERACT – ONE ON ONE – PART OF AN with outstanding faculty and EDUCATIONAL staff dedicated to your success. COMMUNITY that honors the Catholic values of community, leadership and service while welcoming people of all faiths and cultures.

FULLY ACCREDITED BACHELOR’S DEGREE PROGRAMS are offered in Business, Media Studies and Liberal Arts, with emphases in Psychology, Biomedical Studies, Business and Global Studies, Film, and Entrepreneurship.

6 | Marymount College TODAY | Fall 2011 STUDENTS WITH UP TO 90 TRANSFERABLE UNITS can usually complete their degree at Marymount within two short years.

WESTERN ASSOCIATION OF SCHOOLS AND COLLEGES MAKES SITE VISIT

The Western Association of Schools and Colleges, the organization that accredited Marymount College’s bachelor’s degree program in February 2010, returned to campus earlier this year to evaluate the program, and they affirmed that Marymount College has sustained its efforts and achievements as promised. In a report to Vice President of Academic Affairs and Accreditation Liaison Ariane Schauer, WASC officials noted, “The institution should be commended for the commitment and progress made in only one year. It is clear that faculty, staff and the administration are fully engaged in the ongoing development and success of the baccalaureate programs.” The report also specifically commended the College for the “clear and well-informed vision of the leader- WITH AN AVERAGE ship,” and the “genuine enthusiasm for the bachelor’s CLASS SIZE OF 18, degree programs that permeates the institution,” as our students are never well as the College’s “unwavering dedication to stu- lost in the shuffle. dent success.” “We are overjoyed at WASC’s findings, although we are not at all surprised,” said Marymount College President Michael S. Brophy. “We worked tirelessly to obtain our accreditation, and we remain committed to providing a first-rate educational experience for our baccalaureate candidates.”

FOR MORE INFORMATION about the benefits of a Marymount College education, please visit www.marymountpv.edu/future-student or contact an admissions counselor by calling 310-303-7311 or emailing [email protected].

Marymount College TODAY | Fall 2011 | 7 ADVANCEMENT

SCIENCE LAB FOCUS OF PARENTS PROJECT HANNON FOUNDATION GRANTS SCHOLARSHIP FUNDS Marymount College parents are an integral part of our school’s The William H. Hannon Foundation recently awarded a $25,000 scholar- success. Every year, the Parents Project is just one of the ways ship grant to Marymount College. This gift is the 11th contribution to the parents step up to help the College reach established goals for College’s scholarship program, for a total of nearly $700,000. The grant fundraising. In the 2010-2011 school year, the Parents Project enriches the Eugenie B. Hannon Memorial Scholarship Fund, which was focus was “Sciences ALIVE,” a campaign to raise $350,000 for originally established in 1990. During the past 20 years, the fund has renovations, new technology and other improvements to the Col- provided more than 200 scholarships to Marymount College students with lege’s chemistry and biology laboratories. In addition to upgrad- financial need who have achieved academic merit and voluntarily served ing infrastructure and equipment, the remodel is slated to include their community. an industry-standard ventilation system and Smart Boards that will William H. Hannon established the Eugenie B. Hannon Memorial Scholar- support new and innovative curricula. In addition, Marymount Col- ship Fund as an endowed scholarship fund in honor of his late mother. lege has committed to matching the funds raised by the parents During his life, William Hannon was a frequent visitor to the Marymount for this project. College campus and appreciated the academic accomplishments of the “All our students must take a science lab, and 80 percent of those College’s student body, as well as the College’s idyllic setting overlooking take chemistry or biology,” said Marymount College President the Pacific Ocean. Michael S. Brophy. “Our student body relies on these laboratories, “My uncle, William Hannon, was a leading Southern California real estate and we want them to have the best technology possible. developer and believed in supporting nonprofit organizations that provide “Marymount College outstanding worthwhile service within the local communities he helped is committed to the build. This gift to Marymount College carries forward that tradition,” said Parents Project and Kathleen Hannon Aikenhead, president of the William H. Hannon Founda- will match, dollar tion, who presented the gift to the College. for dollar, funds The board of directors of the Hannon Foundation continues to provide raised by parents to generous gifts to Marymount College, with grants supporting not only make the new sci- student scholarships but also the provision of a substantial contribution for ence labs a reality the development of the new William H. Hannon Library on campus. for our students.” “The significant investment that the William H. Hannon Foundation has Other Parents Proj- provided to Marymount College demonstrates their faith in our future ects have included as well as meeting the very real practical needs of our students today,” a photo darkroom, said Marymount College President Michael S. Brophy. “Hannon Memo- a Mac media lab rial Scholarships provide access for Los Angeles-area students who often and the beautiful come from homes where access to a college education is a challenge.” student plaza at the Palos Verdes Drive “We are grateful to the trustees and leadership of the William H. Hannon North residential Foundation, who continue to generously include Marymount College in community. its plans to benefit students today and in the future,” said Bret Prichard, dean of Institutional Advancement.

8 | Marymount College TODAY | Fall 2011 MARYMOUNT COLLEGE BENEFICIARY BUILDING FUTURES CAMPAIGN LEAPS FORWARD: OF PROMINENT ART COLLECTION LARGEST INDIVIDUAL GIFT IN COLLEGE HISTORY One of the most distinguished dealers of rare maps, prints and natural history watercolors in the United Marymount College is in the midst of a bold campaign—Building Futures: A States also happens to be a Marymount College parent. Legacy of Education, Vision and Faith. The goal is to raise $36 million to im- W. Graham Arader III also is credited with creating a prove infrastructure and build the ultramodern William H. Hannon Library on competitive market for 16th-to-19th-century works on the Rancho Palos Verdes campus. Marymount is $2 million closer to reach- paper by transforming what had been an insular and ing this goal, thanks to a transformational gift—the largest contribution academic realm into a vital, public business. from an individual in the College’s 79-year history. The donor, who asked to A dedicated philanthropist, remain anonymous, also gave $1 million to the Building Futures campaign Mr. Arader has a passion in 2009 to benefit the College’s Learning Center inside the new library. for promoting art literacy. “This cumulative gift of $3 million to the Building Futures campaign means For this reason, Mr. Arader so much to Marymount College,” said President Michael S. Brophy when has generously honored announcing the gift this past March. “With many of the College’s original Marymount College with utilities in service since 1951, the modernization needs are apparent, and a $277,000 gift to support this donation will bring much-needed improvements to campus infrastruc- education. This leadership ture, as well as add parking to the campus in preparation for building a gift includes the donation state-of-the-art library. This extraordinary gift helps us provide the facilities of a number of important our students need to excel.” prints by prominent artists including John James Audu- After many years of municipal review from the City of Rancho Palos Verdes bon, Alexander Pope and the College received full and uncontested approval to build the new library Elizabeth Blackwell. in September 2010. The first step, beginning in summer 2012, includes up- grading electrical, telecommunications and plumbing utilities campuswide. “Marymount College is overwhelmed by this amazing Work on the library itself will begin in earnest later in the year. gift,” said Marymount College President Michael Bro- phy. “Not only will these prints beautify the campus, “This leadership gift is already inspiring others to give to the Building Futures but they will provide an incomparable educational campaign,” said Dean of Institutional Advancement Bret Prichard. “People opportunity for students faculty and staff. Mr. Arader have witnessed an amazing transformation at Marymount and want to be part is an exceptional individual whose generosity demon- of it. Building the new William H. Hannon Library is the College’s largest capi- strates commitment to present and future students of tal project to date and we need everyone’s support to provide the very best the College.” educational resources to our increasingly sophisticated students.”

STUDENT QUAD NAMED IN HONOR OF FRITZ B. AND GLADYS GUADALUPE BURNS Marymount College is proud to dedicate its student quad at the Palos Verdes North Residential Community in honor of Fritz B. and Gladys Guadalupe Burns. The Burns Quad – a place where stu- dents gather to study, socialize, perform and play – has become the heart of PV North and is loved by students and staff alike. As a pioneering Los Angeles real estate developer, Fritz B. Burns & Associates was responsible for envisioning and developing many Los Angeles communities, including Westchester, Playa del Rey and Panorama City. A dedicated philanthropist, Burns established the Fritz B. Burns Foundation, which continues to fund educational initiatives, scholarships and student-centered capital projects throughout Los Angeles. In 1999 the Fritz B. Burns Foundation gave Marymount College $1.5 million to support modernization of the Rancho Palos Verdes campus. It is fitting that the foundation’s generous gift will be used to help build Marymount’s new William H. Hannon Library, as Fritz B. Burns and William H. Hannon were business associates, friends and fellow philanthropists who shared a deep commitment to their faith and to supporting Catholic education.

Marymount College TODAY | Fall 2011 | 9 CAMPUS NEWS

MARYMOUNT COLLEGE PROVIDES PV CHAMBER MARYMOUNT NAMES RICK EDLER AS NEW TRUSTEE $6,000 SPONSORSHIP FOR EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS Chairman of the board of trustees Burt Arnold Acknowledging the importance of the Palos Verdes Peninsula Chamber and President of Marymount College Michael S. of Commerce, Dr. Michael S. Brophy announced the College’s $6,000 Brophy announced the appointment of a new sponsorship of the chamber’s educational endeavors. member to the College’s board of trustees. Rick Edler has joined the leadership group, which is “Our chamber is a vital asset and offers many valuable programs that comprised of community and business leaders contribute to the revitalization of commerce in our community,” said who voluntarily serve to further the mission of Dr. Brophy. “This sponsorship from Marymount College is directed Marymount College. to educational programming for both Chamber members and the local community.” Rick Edler is co-owner of Peninsula Sotheby’s International Realty, a firm specializing in properties of in Palos Verdes Peninsula, Redondo For several years, the College has led and co-sponsored educational Beach, Hermosa Beach, Manhattan Beach and Torrance. He has 18 seminars and related events tailored to business and nonprofit profes- years of real estate experience, including the distinction of being Real- sionals. Last April, Marymount’s sponsorship helped bring nonprofit tor of the Year in 2009, awarded by the Palos Verdes Board of Real- professional Janet Levine to the Promenade on the Peninsula’s Com- tors. He serves on the professional boards of the California Regional munity Room to speak about “Step-by-Step Stewardship.” Multiple Listing Service, a real estate technology firm providing MLS “A thriving business community in Palos Verdes is essential to the services to more than 70,000 agents, and with Merryweather Properties well-being of those who live on the Peninsula,” said Dr. Brophy. “We Inc., a real estate investment firm. feel this sponsorship demonstrates our desire to foster success among “I’m very excited to be part of shaping a college for the next 100 years, those who work and own businesses here.” right here in my own backyard of Palos Verdes, “ said Edler. A graduate of the University of Southern California, Edler completed a double major OPERATION PETER PAN: in entrepreneurship and international marketing. Living in Palos Verdes FLYING BACK TO CUBA for much of his lifetime, Edler attended Palos Verdes intermediate and high schools. He is married to Dee Edler and they have four children. In June, Marymount College presented an exclusive screening of the film “Operation Peter Pan: “NO LAUGHING MATTER” Flying Back to Cuba” by Estela Professor Greg Levonian, Ph.D., was honored Bravo at the Warner Grand Theatre to have his essay, “No Laughing Matter: William in San Pedro. The film, which Saroyan’s Californians in Crisis,” accepted for chronicles the return of “Peter Pan” publication in “Western American Literature,” children to Cuba after nearly 50 the official journal of the Western Literature As- years in the United States, was also sociation and premier publication devoted to the featured at the Los Angeles Film study of an increasingly important region. The Festival this year. journal features articles, reviews and annual roundups of recent schol- arship as well as special issues devoted to topics central to the field.

10 | Marymount College TODAY | Fall 2011 NEW FACULTY AND STAFF MEMBERS JANUARY - JUNE 2011

Stephan Bera, Associate Dean of Curriculum and Assessment Amber Ginsberg, Development Officer Kevin Grant, Special Assistant to the President Walter Hightower, VP, Enrollment and Strategic Planning Karen Holden, Development Writer Jean Lyu, Career Counselor/Internship Coordinator John McCrudden, Director of Career Services Marian Neumeyer, Development Coordinator Jeremy Smotherman, Assistant Director of Transfer Admission Katie Roller, Director of International Study Kathleen Ruiz, Controller MARYMOUNT COLLEGE RECEIVES STUDENT LEADERSHIP Shannon Tabaldo, Instructional Design Specialist GRANT FROM CALIFORNIA CAMPUS COMPACT Gary White, Athletic Director Roberta Williams, Assistant Director, Financial Aid California Campus Compact, a leading statewide higher education Thomas Zajac, Major Gifts Officer coalition, announced last December that Marymount College was the recipient of a $10,000 grant from its organization, for students to par- ticipate in the third phase of the California Campus Compact’s Social PROFESSOR GARNERS INVITATION TO SCREENING Innovation Generation: Student Leadership Initiative. This initiative Marymount professor Kenneth Zanca, Ph.D., who encourages and supports change-making, student-led service projects recently published his intriguing Civil War-era that will not only aid those hardest hit by the economic crisis but also book, “The Catholics and Mrs. Mary Surratt: How help California emerge from the crisis with a more innovative, green They Responded to the Trial and Execution of the and sustainable economic future. Marymount College was selected to Lincoln Conspirator,” was invited to a prerelease participate based on students’ work with the Boys and Girls Clubs of screening of “The Conspirator,” which was pro- the Los Angeles Harbor. duced by Robert Redford and stars Robin Wright Despite their own resources being strained by current economic and Kevin Kline. challenges, the Boys and Girls Clubs are working to fill a gap in after- A professor of philosophy and religious studies, Dr. Zanca explored school programming caused by deep budget cuts in the Los Angeles the Catholic Church and its reaction to the Lincoln assassination in his Unified School District. Marymount College partnered with the Boys book. In particular, he looked at Mary Surratt, the only woman convict- and Girls Clubs of the Los Angeles Harbor to provide tutoring, coach- ed of taking part in the conspiracy to assassinate Abraham Lincoln and ing on taking exams, aid with computer literacy and assistance with the first woman executed by the United States federal government. the college application process to more than 2,200 at-risk youth. Stu- Consequently, Dr. Zanca wrote a review of the film, which he sent to dent leaders also provide specialized instruction to youth in dance, the film’s producer, Robert Stone. After reading the review, Stone fine arts and music. invited Dr. Zanca to lunch to discuss discrepancies between the script “Our partnership with the Boys and Girls Clubs of Los Angeles Harbor and the reality of the Surratt trial, conviction and execution. has been successful on so many levels,” said Marymount College “This was problematic for me, more than any other aspect of the film,” President Michael S. Brophy. “Marymount students have made a great said Dr. Zanca. “I was bothered by the careless treatment of the facts impact on the kids at the club, and vice versa. It has proven to be an as we know them, and the wholesale creation of facts not in evidence amazing component of the service-learning requirement of our course that are contradicted by the historical record.” curriculum. It is wonderful that the students and our College have been Stone spoke to many of Dr. Zanca’s objections and answered questions recognized and rewarded for these accomplishments, and we are hon- in a “frank and direct way,” intimating that many of the film’s inconsis- ored to receive this grant from the California Campus Compact.” tencies were financially motivated.

“For instance, on the point that Mrs. Surratt had, in fact, two lawyers, MARYMOUNT COLLEGE HELPS KAMMOUN and the film only included one, with no mention of the other, Mr. Stone FAMILY CELEBRATE CHRISTMAS said: ‘No budget for two actors there,’” said Dr. Zanca. The family of Jamel Kammoun, Ph.D., the Marymount College profes- MARYMOUNT COMPOSER AWARDED EMMYS sor killed in a tragic accident in December 2009, celebrated a bitter- sweet Christmas a little more than one year after losing their beloved Former Marymount College trustee and composer of the College’s alma husband and father. Dr. Kammoun’s wife, Aida Kammoun, and their mater, “A Light for All To See,” has recently been honored with another three young daughters enjoyed food and gifts – the result of an out- Emmy Award. Jack Allocco, six-time Emmy Award winning composer pouring of generosity from many Marymount College students, faculty and conductor, has composed works for stage, television and films, as and staff, as well as the community – and have expressed their sincere well as concert works for orchestras and a classical ballet for children. gratitude for the gifts.

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ALL-ALUMNI On Saturday, March 19, Marymount College hosted its first annual All- REUNION Alumni Reunion. “It was wonderful to have alumni from so many dif- ferent years return to campus for a day of memories, catching up and celebrating Marymount,” said Alumni Relations Coordinator Megan McCormick. View more photos from the reunion and stay in touch with Marymount College and fellow alumni through the Alumni Association Online Community at http://alumni.marymountpv.edu. SAVE THE DATE! “We hope to see our alumni at the next All-Alumni Reunion on the SATURDAY, Marymount College campus. Mark your calendars for Saturday, MARCH 17, 2012 March 17, 2012,” said McCormick. “I had a wonderful time at the reunion. Coming back to the campus feels like coming home. I have so many fond memories of my times on campus, the faculty and staff, as well as the person I became while attending. Partaking in the reunion was a breath of fresh air. You don’t know where you’re going until you know where you came from. Mary- mount is excellent, so I expect nothing less of my future!” said 2007 alumna Nikita Hearns.

12 | Marymount College TODAY | Fall 2011 ALUMNI PROFILES Hikaru Hirata-Miyakawa ’84: International Artist International artist Hikaru Hirata-Miyakawa ’84, who recently was featured in Society Magazine for his stunning artwork, remembers his experience at Marymount as an important part of his development into the artist that he is today. A musician, actor and writer, as well as an artist, Japanese-native Hikaru describes his time at Marymount as one of the best of his life. He fondly remembers the warm welcome and support from the faculty and student body when coming in as an , and the kind- ness he received from then-President Thomas Wood. His involvement and enthusiasm for the College led him to become one of the original peer counselors. Hikaru particularly remembers receiving guidance that he will never forget from Professor Earle Roddy, who was head of the Fine Arts department: “You know, one of the most important things to remember as an artist is to keep painting whether you are selling or not.” And Hikaru hasn’t stopped painting: His bold, colorful art combines biblical scriptures and world mythologies with striking and thought-provoking results. His work, currently on exhibit at a show in Tokyo, has been displayed throughout the world.

Kevin Jablonski ’82: LAPD’s Chief Police Psychologist Kevin Jablonski graduated from Marymount back in 1982, but the experience remains an important part of his life. “Marymount’s environment helped me believe in myself and in my ability to achieve whatever goals I set for myself,” he says. After earning a two-year degree from Marymount, Kevin set many goals. First attending Loyola University and the University of California-Santa Barbara, he later pursued his master’s degree in public health from University of California Los Angeles, followed by his Ph.D. in psychology from Alliant University in Los Angeles. Kevin held a range of career roles, from serving as a computer company executive to researching lupus treatments, before he began a post-doctoral fellowship in law enforcement psychology with the Los Angeles Police De- partment. Today, he is the LAPD’s chief police psychologist – a job that spans criminal cases, hostage negotiation, terrorism concerns and more. For Kevin, Marymount College provided a strong foundation for his life. “Marymount helped me develop my voice,” he explains. And Marymount’s Catholic heritage was also of value. “Interacting with the nuns and priests who were instructors there led me to revisit my reli- gious beliefs. That was important to me…important to the person I’ve become.”

Latoya Hearns ’03: UCLA Grants Manager “Marymount taught me to be curious,” shares Latoya Hearns, a 2003 graduate whose Marymount experience led to continued studies at the University of Southern California, an internship at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center and full-time employment at the University of Califor- nia Los Angeles as the senior contracts and grants manager. “It’s ‘survival of the fittest’ at USC and UCLA, and Marymount defi- nitely prepared me to do well there. But in addition to a strong aca- demic foundation, I gained so many valuable life skills,” Latoya says. “I appreciated being exposed to different cultures at Marymount and learning to be culturally sensitive. In my work at UCLA, we see a plethora of cultures, so it is important to explain things in different ways based on various cultures. All those cultural experiences and activities at Marymount prepared me to be able to relate. And when you can relate to people, they see you as being the same as they are,” Latoya says. Latoya Hearns, far right, with her family at the All-Alumni Reunion.

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The ITO/MATSUURA FILM SERIES continues to honor the memory Thinh Nguyen of two film students who were gunned down in a robbery in 1994. Opening Reception The director of each film will be present to answer questions. Oct. 6, 5 p.m-10 p.m. The Arcade Gallery 479 West Sixth Street San Pedro The Dynamiter Oct. 5 Discussion of 7 p.m. “Operation Peter Pan” Oct. 25, 7 p.m. Mamitas Chapel, Main Campus Oct.19 30800 Palos Verdes Drive East 7 p.m. History of Marymount College Theatre Arts Opening Reception Nov. 3, 5 p.m.-10 p.m. Ito/Matsuura Film Arcade Building Gallery Series is presented at: 479 West Sixth Street Warner Grand Theatre San Pedro 478 West Sixth Street San Pedro Medeem Institute Recommended for The Medeem Institute will discuss its mission of adult audiences. providing poverty alleviation through the provision of accessible and affordable land rights documentation for the world’s underserved. Nov. 8, 7 p.m. Auditorium, Main Campus 30800 Palos Verdes Drive East

Fall Theatre Production Father Greg Boyle Tattoos on the Heart Nov. 17-19, 8 p.m. discusses his new, highly Nov. 10, 7 p.m. Warner Grand Theatre acclaimed book: Warner Grand Theatre 478 West Sixth Street 478 West Sixth Street San Pedro San Pedro

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