JOHN CABOT UNIVERSITY Annual Report Fiscal Year 2017 July 1, 2016 - June 30, 2017 JOHN CABOT UNIVERSITY Office of Development and Alumni Affairs John Cabot University Via della Lungara 233 Rome, Italy 00165 +39 06 681 91 251 [email protected] www.johncabot.edu A Year in Review TABLE OF CONTENTS Fiscal Year 2017 3 From the President 4 10th Anniversary 5 Enrollment 6-7 Academics & Programs 8-9 Faculty in the Spotlight 10-11 John Cabot University Institutes 12-13 Students in the Spotlight 13 Class of 2017 14-15 Athletics 15 Student Life 16-17 Community & Events 18 Alumni 19 Career Services 20 Financial Statement 21 Caroline Critelli Guarini Campus 22 Frohring Library & Albert Walker Fuller Prize 23-24 Awards & Honors 25-26 Honor Roll of Donors 27-28 Board of Trustees 29 Vision Statement ANNUAL REPORT 2017 FROM THE PRESIDENT The celebration of the 10th anniversary of my Presidency was a special occasion to reflect on the many accomplishments and milestones of our beloved university. By combining the best qualities of an American liberal arts education, and the rich culture and history of Rome and the surrounding region, John Cabot University continues to provide an outstanding international experience to its students. This year, as we celebrate the 45th anniversary of John Cabot University, we take pride in our institution that fosters rigorous academic programs, an exceptional multicultural faculty of distinguished scholars, talented students and a dedicated staff. Our outstanding academic programs, which now include an M.A. in Art History, and our centers of academic excellence, such as the Guarini Institute for Public Affairs, the Institute for Creative Writing, the Institute of Entrepreneurship, and the Center for Continuing Education, have all acquired a globally renowned reputation. International conferences, such as the International Media Education Summit, and the Third Conference on Post- Humanism, distinguish us as leaders in bringing together esteemed scholars for the benefit of academia and liberal arts education. Dr. Franco Pavoncello, President Our student body has grown to more than 1250 students from over 70 countries worldwide, and our graduates have become successful in the global communities of business, public service, and academe. The Mission of John Cabot University is Our recently acquired building located on Piazza Giuseppe Giachino Belli, “Caroline Critelli Guarini Campus”, will provide a new home for JCU, expanding our resources to include a new physics laboratory, additional classrooms, to provide an educational experience and administrative offices to better serve our students and alumni. These developments would not have been firmly rooted in the American tradition of possible without the generous philanthropic support of the JCU community. the liberal arts and solidly international in orientation. The academic programs I wish to thank the members of the Board of Trustees, faculty, staff, students, alumni, parents, and friends for their dedication and involvement in supporting the mission and the values that have made John Cabot University- are designed to use to the fullest extent a world class institution that prepares future leaders to meet the many challenges of our global society. the special resources of a multicultural faculty, an international student body, Sincerely, and the extraordinarily rich culture and history of Rome and the surrounding region. Franco Pavoncello President 3 John Cabot University ANNUAL REPORT 2017: 10th Anniversary 10th Anniversary Celebration of the 10th Anniversary Concert: Celebrating a Decade of Investiture of President’s Gala 2016: during the evening, the Leadership by President Franco Pavoncello Dr. Franco Distinguished Alumni Award was presented to Thu. Oct. 6, 2016 - Aula Magna, Guarini Campus Mia Ceran ’08 and Thabet Al Qaissieh ’06 Pavoncello as President Fri. Oct. 7, 2016 - Hotel Hassler Roma of John Cabot University An Evening with Francesco Rutelli: former mayor of Alumni & Friends Luncheon: President Pavoncello was Rome and Minister of Culture gave a lecture titled introduced by alumnus Leonardo Quattrucci ‘13 and spoke “Cultural Diplomacy and World Heritage” about “Educating Tomorrow’s Global Leaders” Sat. Oct. 8, 2016 - Accademia Nazionale dei Lincei Sun. Oct. 9, 2016 - Circolo del Ministero degli Affari Esteri John Cabot University 4 ANNUAL REPORT 2017: ENROLLMENT ENROLLMENT Profile Fall 2016 PARTNER UNIVERSITIES FISCAL YEAR 2017 Other Africa, Asia & 1153 Students Central Africa 3% American College of Greece- Saint Joseph's University Middle East 5% total Exchange Saint Mary's College 3% Italy Barry University Southern Illinois 702 Degree- Europe 31% Bentley University State University of New York at Brockport 10% seeking students Bridgewater State University Texas Christian University Butler University Texas Tech 451 Visiting Case Western Reserve University The American University in Cairo Students Christopher Newport The American University of Paris - Creighton University Exchange 70 different Emory University Tilburg University - Exchange countries Eugene Lang-New School- Exchange Trine University Ferris State University represented University of Delaware Flagler College University of Delaware - World Scholars USA Grand Valley State University University of Denver 48% King's College University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill Lewis University University of Notre Dame Marquette University University of Portland Marymount California University University of St. Thomas Profile Spring 2017 Marymount University University of the Pacific Michigan State University University of Wisconsin at Madison Northeastern University Asia & Africa Villanova University & Central Europe Pace University Washington & Lee University 8% Africa 1256 Students Philadelphia University Western Carolina University Middle East 4% Ramapo College of New Jersey Western Illinois University 3% Italy total Rutgers Central & 28% Western Michigan University South 666 Degree- Sacred Heart University Willamette University America Sacred Heart University Freshmen Willamette University - Exchange 2% seeking students Program 590 Visiting Students 70 different countries represented USA 55% 5 John Cabot University ANNUAL REPORT 2017: ACADEMICS AND PROGRAMS ACADEMICS & PROGRAMS Undergraduate Count of Percent of Average MAJORS Department Courses by Courses by Students per Art History Department Department Course Business Administration Classical Studies Art History and Studio Art 43 12% 14.2 Communications Business Administration 55 16% 20.8 Economics and Finance Communications 38 11% 17.8 English Literature Economics and Social Sciences 34 10% 17.9 History Humanistic Studies English language and Literature 41 12% 12.8 International Affairs History and Humanities 35 10% 15.9 International Business Mathematics, Natural Science and Computer Science 32 9% 16.6 Italian Studies Marketing Modern Languages and Literature 41 12% 12.5 Political Science Political Science and International Affairs 28 8% 15.2 Grand Total Spring 2017 347 100% 16.1 Graduate MA in Art History “Transnational Organized Crime and Terrorism” John Cabot University and UNICRI have collaborated in the Spring School on Transnational Organized Crime and Terrorism. Transnational organized crime and terrorism represent two of the most complex threats facing the international community today. When analyzing the nexus between terror and crime, the distinction between these concepts becomes blurred, and can at times converge. The one-week intensive course was held from April 3 to 7, 2017. In this unique learning environment, participants had the opportunity to interact with experts, and build lasting professional relationships with peers from around the world. This intensive experience fosters intercultural dialogue and promotes a deeper understanding of two of the most salient issues faced by the international community. John Cabot University 6 ANNUAL REPORT 2017: ACADEMICS AND PROGRAMS JOHN CABOT UNIVERSITY LAUNCHES SERVICE LEARNING PROJECT JCU Service Learning - Combining Fieldwork and Education - promotes co-curricular activities for students and graduates interested in working in the humanitarian field. It has been conceived as a resource to prepare students for a life of civic engagement, and to enhance their career development by connecting educational goals with service to those in need. The Service Learning Project has been developed by the JCU Center for Professional & Continuing Education, in collaboration with the Dean’s Office and the JCU Community Service Program. The Service Learning project encourages personal growth and development. Participants have the opportunity to reflect on values and beliefs, cultivate a sense of responsibility, and positively engage in the community. The experience will help develop civic engagement and integrate service learning into everyday life. Participants can also develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills, by viewing issues from multiple perspectives. The knowledge and skill-building experience gained by participants from on-site internships will allow them to successfully transition into a work environment in the humanitarian field. Through the participation of students and alumni in Service Learning, John Cabot University will also aid the development of vulnerable areas and populations in Rome. 7 John Cabot University ANNUAL REPORT 2017: FACULTY Dr. Seth Jaffe Dr. Donatella Della Ratta Assistant Professor of Political Science Assistant Professor of Communications