President 2013-2014 Mission Statement: Molloy College, an Independent
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Annual Reportof the President 2013-2014 Mission Statement: Molloy College, an independent, Catholic college rooted in the Dominican tradition of study, spirituality, service, and community, is committed to academic excellence with respect for each person. Through transformative education, Molloy promotes a lifelong search for truth and the development of ethical leadership. President's Message eaders of Molloy’s President’s Report are accustomed to seeing a letter from me in this space summarizing what an amazing year we have had, and that adjective certainly describes the R 2013-14 academic year. What is often unseen, however, is the commitment of so many people behind the scenes that leads directly to the College’s many achievements. There were so many successful projects this past year – including the Middle States accreditation process and the launch of new academic programs – that required the dedication of so many people, and all of these efforts contributed to the success of Molloy as a whole. One of the highlights of the year was an event in the spring that we called “All In for Molloy Day.” In just one day, the Molloy community pledged more than $200,000 towards our capital campaign. The outpouring of affection for our institution, though, stood out even more so than the financial donations. The spirit demonstrated that day perfectly captured what Molloy is all about, and I regularly see this type of positive attitude in our students, staff, administration and faculty, as well as in our alumni and the many friends of the College. A great example of Molloy’s many friends is the Energeia Partnership. This organization, which we founded in 2005, brings together some of Long Island’s best and brightest leaders to try to tackle some of Long Island’s most challenging issues – racism, poverty, energy, transportation and healthcare, to name but a few. Energeia is highlighted in this publication, and they are most definitely “all in” for Long Island. As we began the new academic year, Molloy received a tremendous honor. We were recognized by Money Magazine as one of its “Best Colleges,” ranking 72nd in the country (and ahead of every other Long Island college that offers a comprehensive range of degrees and programs). The recognition by Money does not happen because of any single person, but is a validation of the community we have built at Molloy. Our community is committed to providing the best possible education for our students. We are dedicated to the belief that the transformational experience we provide our students will enable them to improve the communities where they live. Thank you all for another remarkable year. Drew Bogner, Ph.D. President Table of Contents 05 Introduction 06 Our Changing Campus 10 Expanding Our Geographical Footprint 12 Academic Achievements 16 Cultivating Enrollment 18 Beyond the Classroom 20 Real-World Experiences 22 Accolades for Molloy 24 Board of Trustees 26 The Energeia Partnership at Molloy College 30 Donors 41 Additional Support 42 Gifts-In-Kind 43 Alumni Giving 44 Scholarships 46 Statement of Activities Introduction t Molloy College we are dedicated to providing the best possible experience for our students and, indeed, the entire community. We must remember that it is the entire Molloy family that A has enabled us to build a reputation as a regionally excellent Catholic college. Whether it is extra time devoted to our students, a dona- 05 Introduction tion to a capital campaign, or many hours spent planning a special event, the growth and continued success of the College would not be possible 06 Our Changing Campus without the contributions of so many friends, alumni, faculty, administra- 10 Expanding Our Geographical Footprint tors and staff. 12 Academic Achievements 16 Cultivating Enrollment 18 Beyond the Classroom 20 Real-World Experiences 22 Accolades for Molloy 24 Board of Trustees 26 The Energeia Partnership at Molloy College 30 Donors 41 Additional Support 42 Gifts-In-Kind 43 Alumni Giving 44 Scholarships 46 Statement of Activities 5 Our Changing Campus We are well into Phase 2 of our $50 million campus expansion. This latest growth includes the newly-renovated Maria Regina Hall, formerly a convent for sisters living on campus and now the College’s second residence hall. Maria Regina houses 100 students, adding to the 156 students already residing in Fitzgerald Hall. More resident students at Molloy College have fu- eled the growth of our vibrant campus life. We have expanded student opportunities exponentially with over 60 clubs and societies, student trips (both domestically and internationally), world-class performances at the Madi- son Theatre, and an active athletics schedule….there truly is always something happening on campus. 6 “The Molloy community is far more than a system of academic support; it is a tight- knit family, a family I have fallen in love with over my time here, and a family that I am proud to serve as a Resident Assistant (R.A.) in the new residence hall. As an R.A., it is my duty to assist any resident in need, but I see this position as a way to actively participate in the vibrant life at Molloy, and to give back to the folks here who have made this college experience one of eye-opening, mind-expanding, and heart-swelling importance for me. “As a music therapy student, I can only speak highly of our faculty and their constant willingness to lend a hand whenever needed. As a resident, and now an R.A., it is thrilling to see this on-campus family, already so warm and devoted, grow closer to its fullest potential through the building of the new residence hall. With many progressive changes having already taken place, and with more to come, it is a very exciting time to be at Molloy. It seems as if there’s nowhere to go but up. “There is a spirit alive here that is unparalleled, a spirit of friendship and family, a willingness to smile and lend a helping hand. The faculty and students share a respect that is as essential to learning as the classes themselves. I feel part of a whole here, and I am proud to call myself a Lion.” - BEN NORTON, RESIDENT ASSISTANT AND MUSIC THERAPY MAJOR 7 In June 2014 we officially broke ground for the new Barbara H. Hagan Center for Nursing. The Center was made possible by a very successful capital campaign that began in June of 2013. Without the support of the en- tire College community, the new state-of-the-art build- ing would not be possible. The Center will consolidate our undergraduate and graduate Nursing programs into one building, while providing additional classrooms and meeting areas. There will also be new Nursing laborato- ries, a telepresence room, a computer laboratory, simu- lation rooms and a healing garden. The Hagan Center will open during the 2015-16 academic year. 8 “I believe that the new Nursing Center at Molloy College is an investment in the education of nursing students, preparing us to become pioneers of future health care. It is a tremendous resource where students can perfect their skills and increase knowledge . People always say that there is something special about a Molloy nurse; now they will say there is something 'extra' special about a Molloy nurse! This is one of the many ways Molloy College continues to strive for, and contribute to, excellence.” - NAZISH KHALID NURSING MAJOR 9 Expanding our Geographical Footprint We recently added some very special off-campus locations to the growing list of Molloy facilities. The Center for Environmental Research and Coastal Oceans Monitoring (CERCOM), which is located in the West Sayville Boat Basin, serves as a hub of marine science activity and is an amazing addition to our already diverse list of opportunities in the natural sciences. Encompassing a 1,800 square-foot laboratory, CERCOM works to focus attention on the ecosystem health of estuarine environments worldwide. Additionally, we entered into a public-private partnership with Nassau County to accomplish extensive renovations to the baseball field at the Mitchel Field Athletic Complex in Uniondale. The modifications to the field included adding artificial turf, new dugouts and a new scoreboard creating a state-of-the-art NCAA baseball field. The field will be used by Molloy College athletic teams along with Nassau County residents and local athletic organizations. Molloy now has a Manhattan location, thanks to our new partnership with CAP21, a leading musical theatre conservatory. Students enrolled in Molloy’s new Theatre Arts program will take their performance classes in the most exciting city in the world…New York! 10 “Being a student-athlete here at Molloy has been an indescribable experience. With Molloy College working with Nassau County, they helped build us a beautiful baseball field at Mitchel Field. In past years, traveling from field to field to play home games made it tough to stay prepared. It felt as if we were always on the road and never had a place we could call home. Now we have a sense of pride knowing we have a home where we can continuously train to get better. It brings us closer, almost like a family.” - PETER VATH III, BIOLOGY MAJOR AND BASEBALL PLAYER 11 Academic Achievements After 18 months of preparation, Molloy was re-visited by a committee of the Middle States Commission on Higher Education, whose goal was to determine whether the College would gain reaccreditation. Molloy achieved the most positive outcome possible, a tribute to everyone involved and to the methods and processes that the College has in place. Molloy earned New York State approval for several new programs during the last year.