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Brescia-Now-Spring-2008.Pdf Fall 2008 BRESCIA NOW! The Magazine of Brescia University On Thursday, April 17, Rev. Larry Hostetter met with Pope Benedict XVI in a historic meeting with American Catholic College and University Presidents. Rev. Hostetter's reflections on the Papal visit: I was eager to hear what the Pope’s message would be since he had been a university professor himself and has previously expressed his love for the university “environment. And, he certainly did not disappoint. He affirmed the long tradition of Catholic education in the United States at all levels, highlighting the early pioneers who created our Catholic educational system from scratch. Mentioning Sts. Elizabeth Ann Seaton I was most struck by his reminder to the 251 and Katherine Drexel, he highlighted the role of Presidents that Catholic Colleges and Universities in religious women in this endeavor who, primarily the United States were originally created as an through their congregations, devoted their lives to outreach to those who could not receive an education Catholic education. The founders of Brescia, the through the established means. He reminded us that Ursuline Sisters of Mount Saint Joseph, certainly are we must never forget the poor and disenfranchised. representative of these courageous educators. There was much to reflect on in the Pope’s address He affirmed academic freedom, arguing that the that will have relevance for the mission of Brescia search for truth that characterizes the work of a University. As a Catholic institution we are Catholic University must be free, but also in service committed to doing our part in promoting the to the teachings and mission of the Catholic Church. message and life of Jesus Christ. 1 Brescia NOW! Fall 2008 ” Fall 2008 ContentsContents FEATURES The Stars that Guide Us Rev. Laurence Hostetter, S.T.D. President 4 Brescia University’s Strategic Plan unveiled. Verlyn Schueler Vice President for Institutional Advancement STARS Program [email protected] 10 Brescia repackages adult education offerings. Tina Kasey Editor Director of Public Relations 2008 Distinguished Alumni [email protected] 11 Prestigious award presented at Alumni Weekend. Brescia NOW! Published by the The Brescia Difference Experienced Department of Development The class of 2008 graduates and Brescia welcomes and Alumni Relations 13 Brescia University the class of 2012. 717 Frederica St. Owensboro, KY 42301 Making a Difference in our Church Brescia begins offering ministry formation classes Visit us online: www.brescia.edu 16 in Florida. Brescia Now! is published three times a year and is distributed to more than 5,000 alumni and friends across the United States. IN EVERY ISSUE Brescia University is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Brescia Athletics Southern Association of Colleges 18 and Schools to award associate, bachelor, and master’s degrees. 17 Nationally Recognized Faculty Admissions: (877) 273-7242 Alumni Relations: (270) 686-4265 Development: (270) 686-4231 Alumni News Public Relations: (270) 686-2110 20 Brescia University Mission Statement: Brescia University is a coeducational Class Notes Catholic institution founded by the Ursuline 23 Sisters of Mount Saint Joseph. The University offers certificates, associate's, baccalaureate and master's degrees through semester and time-shortened programs of higher education in the Ursuline tradition. Brescia emphasizes the liberal arts and prepares its traditional and non-traditional students for successful careers and for Cover photo: Left to right: Justin Scherrer ’08, Alpha Chi Leadership Award service to others. recipient; Miranda Li ’08, Brescia Juried Student Art Show Juror’s Choice Award Contributing photographers: Hubert Powers recipient, after Commencement on May 10, 2008. Brescia NOW! Fall 2008 2 FROM PRESIDENT LARRY HOSTETTER hope all of you have had an enjoyable and relaxing summer. It is hard to believe but our students have already begun another school year. And what a school year this is going to be. This year our focus will be to continue to develop and strengthen the student life experienceI for the men and women who live at and commute to Brescia University. Our commitment to our students is demonstrated in the newly created Office of Student Activities and Leadership Development. This summer we hired Lucas Langdon to serve as director of this office. He will be responsible for ensuring that our students have an engaging and fulfilling student life experience through activities that are designed not only for fun, but for leadership and character development. Our residence life program is also under new direction, after the retirement of Sr. Rose Jean Powers. Jeff Rudnick was hired as the new director of residence life. He too will bring experience and new ideas to enrich campus life for our students. While our focus is certainly on the future, it is also important to highlight and celebrate the accomplishments and activities of this past year, which we are happy to do with this issue of Brescia NOW! Some of the highlights include: • The development of a revised strategic plan that will take us to the fall of 2010. • The second annual Alumni Weekend celebration, including three new Distinguished Alumni recipients. • The development of our new STARS program for non-traditional students. Brescia continues to lead the way for adult learners. • A visit to Washington D.C. to meet the Holy Father, Benedict XVI, along with other Catholic college and university presidents. • A reflection by our recent graduates and a glimpse at our newest class. Of course, our students have been very busy as well. This past year their accomplishments were highlighted at the annual Celebration of Excellence, which allows students to present original projects and research. It was very gratifying to see the results of a Brescia education on display. Several of our athletic teams have had stellar seasons, especially our women’s basketball team which made it to the NAIA national tournament. Along with the usual spiritual activities available to our students, Brescia partnered with a local parish to produce a passion play called For One Such as This. It was a great success with several of our students in the production, on stage and behind the scenes. As you can see, Brescia continues in its dedication to offering an education directed to the mind, body and spirit. As you flip through the pages of this Brescia Now, keep a little prayer on your lips for us and our mission of teaching and learning. I’m convinced that God has great things in store for Brescia and I’m glad you are part of our family. Sincerely, Rev. Larry Hostetter 3 Brescia NOW! Fall 20072008 TheThe StarsStars thatthat GuideGuide Us...Us... Since its inception, Brescia University has been guided by a mission that emerged from the 500 year-old teaching tradition of the Ursuline Sisters. At the core of this mission is teaching and learning in the context of the Brescia Difference: Respect for the Sacred, Devotion to Learning, Commitment to Growth in Virtue, and Promotion of Servant Leadership. In designing our strategic plan, we identified those goals and objectives that would ensure the realization of our mission in a changing and unpredictable environment. Our current strategic plan, “Brescia University: Making a Difference,” is a revision of the 2005-2010 plan. As such, it incorporates the spirit and theme of the previous plan while shifting focus on those strategic goals and objectives that will place Brescia in a position of strength over the next three years. You will notice that each goal is identified by its Brescia “Lodestar.” Just as navigators were guided by the North Star, so Brescia will be guided by these navigational points. Our lodestars are expressions of our commitment to the following areas: to our Catholic values and Ursuline heritage; to excellence in academics; to a fulfilling student life experience; to steward well our resources; to serving the community in outreach; and to ensuring that we deliver on what we promise. Brescia NOW! Fall 2008 4 The Stars that Guide Us... Brescia University’sStrategic Strategic Plan Plan BRESCIA LODESTAR: Catholic Values and Ursuline Heritage Goal: As a Catholic/Ursuline University, Brescia will be recognized as a moral and educational force that promotes a profound respect for the transcendent destiny of the human person. Garden of Hope Memorial Statue Objectives: 1. Develop ways to integrate the stated values of the University into the lives of students and the Brescia community. 2. Foster a sense of collegiality that embodies St. Angela’s vision of a community united in heart and will. 3. Promote greater engagement with the Catholic community. 4. As an institution, explore the implications of Brescia’s Catholic/Ursuline tradition and make appropriate environmental and cultural changes to ensure a strong identity. Goal overview: Brescia University’s uniqueness is rooted in our liberal arts emphasis and shaped by our Catholic/Ursuline heritage that give us our distinctive identity and mission. So, it becomes imperative for us to establish stronger connections with the Catholic community and to explore the vision of St. Angela Merici as it applies to our contemporary situation. Progress toward goal: The President, with staff from enrollment and advancement, visited 33% of the total parishes within the Diocese of Owensboro to talk about the importance of Catholic education and Brescia, specifically. Admissions developed new publications directed to Catholic students and initiated a new grant program called the Catholic Connections Grant. Advancement created communications, appeals and donor gifts that reflect this identity. Founder’s Week reflected a special appreciation for the Ursuline sisters who minster at Brescia. Catholic Schools Week was celebrated with Diocesan school systems in various ways. Brescia will be the host site for a statue designed and funded by The Gospel of Life Committee for the Diocese of Owensboro. Fr.
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