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Your Phones May Be Ringing
Hood’s fall Phonathon begins today, Sept. 16 and will run until Nov. 13! Students will be calling alums and parents to ask for support of Hood’s Annual Funds. Your yearly gifts to the Annual Funds help provide the enriching academic environment and distinctive programs for which Hood is known. Last year, Phonathon callers raised nearly $400,000 in gifts and pledges for Hood, directly benefiting students and faculty! Please take the time to chat with the students to find out what is happening on campus today as well as to make your gift to the College. Visit the annual giving Web page to make your gift online.
Athletics Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony Reception
President Ronald J. Volpe, Ph.D., cordially invites alumnae and alumni to the inaugural Hood College Athletic Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony Reception Saturday, Nov. 1 at 3 p.m. in Hood’s Coblentz Dining Room. View the list of inaugural inductees.
Class of '67 Get-Together
Members of the Class of ’67 recently enjoyed a mini-reunion at Rehoboth Beach in Delaware. The group traveled from four different states and Canada. In on the fun were: (seated, pictured left to right) Johanna VanWert Thompson, Susan Lepley Flynn, Sally Raube Chandler and Marty Hoffert Burns; (standing, pictured left to right) Ann Goodhart, Joan Peschel Young, Ginny Munson Hammell, Marianne Kearney, Gretchen Hahn Anderson, and Marty Williams Harvey.
Students and Donors Scholarship Reception
Current students as well as past and present donors will be recognized at an endowed scholarship appreciation reception Sunday, Nov. 9 from 3 to 5 p.m. in Coblentz Dining Room. The countless individuals, organizations and foundations that have given generously to Hood have helped to establish nearly 200 named scholarships that support the education of a majority of Hood’s undergraduate students.
Alumnae and Faculty Member Acknowledged for Research
Christina Woody ’08 and Courtney DeSisto ’08, along with their mentor Ingrid Farreras, Ph.D., associate professor of psychology at Hood, were awarded a prestigious Psi Chi National Undergraduate Research Award for the original research they presented at the American Psychological Association convention in Boston, Mass. Their research revealed a significant positive correlation between adolescents’ perception of their parents’ involvement in their lives and their own self-esteem. For more information, read the full news story.
First Dean of Chapel Named
The Rev. Beth O’Malley, Hood’s first dean of the chapel, was featured in an article in The Frederick News-Post. Read the full news story to find out more about O’Malley’s priorities and vision for interfaith relations at the College.
Alumna's Article Recently Published
Margaret Dunkle ’69 recently wrote an opinion article that appeared in The Atlanta Journal-Constitution. Read Margaret's article about the need to boost vaccine safety.
Alumnus Accepts New Position
Congratulations to Jon Lough ’90, who was named director of imaging services at Rockingham Memorial Hospital in Harrisonburg, Va. |
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R.S.V.P. for Events
To R.S.V.P. or get information on upcoming events, e-mail us at alumoffice@hood.edu, or call (800) 707-5280, option 2, or (301) 696-3900. Please continue to check the alumnae and alumni relations Web page for updates on future events.
Frederick, Maryland Wine Tasting and Happy Hour
Thursday, Sept. 18, 5-7:30 p.m., Frederick Cellars, 221 N. East St., Frederick, MD 21701. Gather with area alums at Frederick Cellars to enjoy a wine tasting while catching up with old friends, networking and making new connections. The cost of the event is $10 per person. To R.S.V.P., please contact the Office of Alumnae and Alumni Relations, or call (800) 707-5280, option 2, or (301) 696-3900.
Cocktail Reception Near Houston, Texas
Sunday, Oct. 12, 3-5 p.m., The Marriott Sugar Land Town Square, Pecan Room, 16090 City Walk, Sugar Land, TX 77479. Join President Ronald J. Volpe, Ph.D., and area alums for a cocktail reception, conversation and an update on the College. To R.S.V.P., please contact the Office of Alumnae and Alumni Relations, or call (800) 707-5280, option 2, or (301) 696-3900. Please R.S.V.P. by Oct. 8.
Hagerstown, Maryland Museum Tour and Reception
Tuesday, Oct. 14, 5 p.m., Washington County Museum of Fine Arts, P.O. Box 423, City Park, Hagerstown, MD 21741. Join alumnae, alumni and guests for an evening at the Washington County Museum of Fine Arts. Catch up with area alums and enjoy a tour of the latest collections, followed by a wine and cheese reception in the Bowman Concert Gallery. For the second year, the Waltersdorf Henson Scholarship recipient for a deserving Washington County student attending Hood will be announced at the reception. To R.S.V.P., please contact the Office of Alumnae and Alumni Relations, or call (800) 707-5280, option 2, or (301) 696-3900. Please R.S.V.P. by Oct. 9.
Boston/Concord, Massachusetts Private Tour and Reception
Sunday, Oct. 19, 2 p.m., Louisa May Alcott's Orchard House, 399 Lexington Rd., P.O. Box 343, Concord, MA 01742. Join artist Kristina Campbell Joyce ’67, area alums and guests for a private tour of Louisa May Alcott’s Orchard House. In 1868 Louisa May Alcott wrote her classic work “Little Women” at Orchard House, which is also the setting of the novel, inspiring guests to comment that “a visit to Orchard House is like walking through the book!” As an additional treat, guest will have the opportunity to view and purchase Kristina’s artwork. A wine and cheese reception will follow the tour at The Colonial Inn, Thoreau Room starting at 4 p.m. Join us for one or both events. The cost of the tour is $8 per person and the reception is $10 per person. To R.S.V.P., please contact the Office of Alumnae and Alumni Relations, or call (800) 707-5280, option 2, or (301) 696-3900. Please R.S.V.P. by Oct. 15.
Rochester, New York Winery Tour and Reception
Sunday, Oct. 26, 3 p.m., Casa Larga Winery, 2287 Turk Hill Rd., Fairport, NY 14450. Join area alums and guests for a tour of Casa Larga Winery, and enjoy a wine tasting and reception following the tour. Anne Connal Biron ’82, who works at Casa Larga, will share her insight about the winery. The cost of the event $10 per person. To R.S.V.P., please contact the Office of Alumnae and Alumni Relations, or call (800) 707-5280, option 2, or (301) 696-3900. Please R.S.V.P. by Oct. 22.
Rockville, Maryland Happy Hour
Tuesday, Nov. 4, 5-7:30 p.m., Gordon Biersch Restaurant and Brewery, Rockville Town Square, 200 E. Middle Lane, Rockville, MD 20850. Gather with area alums at Gordon Biersch Restaurant and Brewery to catch up with old friends, network and make new connections at one of our most popular events. To R.S.V.P., please contact the Office of Alumnae and Alumni Relations, or call (800) 707-5280, option 2, or (301) 696-3900. Please R.S.V.P. by Oct. 30.
Join Us in Richmond, Virginia
Thursday, Dec. 11, 5-7:30 p.m., Europa Italian Café & Tapas Bar 1409 E. Cary St., Richmond, VA 23220. Join us as our happy hour series continues in Richmond, Va. Mix and mingle with area alums and guests, catch up with old friends, network and make new connections. To R.S.V.P., please contact the Office of Alumnae and Alumni Relations, or call (800) 707-5280, option 2, or (301) 696-3900. Please R.S.V.P. by Dec. 8. |
Hodson Gallery Exhibit
Rex Stevens, chair of the general fine arts and drawing departments at Maryland Institute College of Art where he has taught since 1982, will display his work in Hood’s Hodson Gallery until Saturday, Sept. 27. His exhibit contains images of cultural icons in highly textured collages, made of magazines and newspapers. For more information, please contact Jan Razauskas. The Gallery is open daily from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Graduate School Information Session
A panel discussion on the specifics of what to consider in selecting and applying to graduate school will be offered by the Career Center Thursday, Sept. 18 from 6:45 to 8 p.m. in Whitaker Campus Center Commons. Find out what graduate and law schools are looking for, and the ins and outs of the application process. For more information, please contact the career center or call (301) 696-3583.
Ceramics and Painting Workshops Offered
A series of hands-on ceramics and studio art workshops will be offered at Hood during the fall semester.
“Understanding Pottery Glazes” will be offered Saturday and Sunday, Sept. 20-21 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. in Hood’s Hodson Ceramic Studio. The cost for the workshop is $175.
A “Properties of Clay” workshop will also be offered Saturday and Sunday, Sept. 27-28 from 5:30 to 9 p.m. in Hood’s Hodson Ceramic Studio. The fee for participants is $175.
A “Watercolor” course will be offered each Tuesday from Sept. 30 to Oct. 18 from 6:30 to 9 p.m. The fee for the workshop is $115.
An “Arts Management” course will be offered Saturday and Sunday, Sept. 27-28, Oct. 18-19, and Nov. 1-2, and Sunday, Dec. 7 from 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. in Hood’s Tatem Arts Center. The cost of the course is $700.
Visit the art and archaeology department Web site for more information about additional noncredit community courses as well as credit courses and workshops that will be offered throughout the year.
For additional information on the workshops, please contact Joyce Michaud, director of the MFA and graduate certificate in ceramic arts programs, or call (301) 696-3526.
The Poulenc Trio in Concert
The Poulenc Trio, comprised of oboist Vladimir Lande, bassoonist Bryan Young and pianist Irina Lande, will perform works by Handel, Glinka, Rossini, Poulenc, Previn and Piazzolla Tuesday, Sept. 23 in Hood’s Brodbeck Music Hall at 8 p.m. The program, which is free and open to the public, will feature classical and contemporary chamber music. For more information, read the full news story; or contact Noel Lester, concert pianist and professor of music at Hood, or call (301) 696-3429. Brodbeck Music Hall is not handicapped accessible.
Award-winning Filmmaker Visits Campus
Award-winning environmental filmmaker John Grabowska will give a lecture on the ecology of sand barrier islands off the mid-Atlantic coast and show his documentary “Ribbon of Sand” Wednesday, Sept. 24 at 7 p.m. in Hood’s Hodson Auditorium in Rosenstock Hall. The documentary focuses on the Cape Lookout National Seashore, a 60-mile stretch of beach, marsh and forest on North Carolina’s Outer Banks and one of the few remaining natural barrier island systems in the world. The event is sponsored by Hood’s Coastal Studies Program and The Society for Ocean Sciences. For more information, read the full news story; or contact Ron Albaugh, director of the coastal studies program, or call (301) 696-3652.
U.S. Policy in the Middle East Lecture and Book Signing
Trita Parsi, Ph.D., a noted author and expert on U.S. policy in the Middle East, will give a lecture and hold a book signing Wednesday, Sept. 24 at 7 p.m. in Hood’s Whitaker Campus Center Commons. Parsi will discuss his book, “Treacherous Alliance: The Secret Dealings of Iran, Israel and the United States,” which is the first book since 1987 to directly address Israeli-Iranian relations and their impact on U.S. national interests and the only book based on extensive interviews with decision-makers from all three countries. For more information, read the full news story; or contact Paige Eager, assistant professor of political science, or call (301) 696-3699.
"Envisioning Women in World History" Lecture
Pamela McVay, associate professor of history and chair of the department at Ursuline College in Ohio, will give a lecture titled “Envisioning Women in World History 1500 to the Present” Thursday, Sept. 25 at 3:30 p.m. in Hood’s Marx Center. Her talk, based on her book of the same title, will focus on how major world historical events shaped and changed women’s lives and how women have influenced history. For more information, read the full news story; or contact Jolene Sanders, assistant professor of sociology at Hood, or call (301) 696-3753.
Colloquium Series Begins With Poetry Readings
Poets David Salner, noted for his poetry depicting working class life, and Hope Maxwell-Snyder, who has been celebrated for her humorous and insightful poetry, will present their work, and hold readings and book signings Thursday, Sept. 25 at 5 p.m. in Hood’s Beneficial-Hodson Library and Technology Center. A reception for the authors will precede their presentations at 4:30 p.m. The event is part of the College’s annual colloquium lecture series, which this year focuses on understanding cultural differences. For more information, read the full news story; or contact William Heath, interim National Endowment of the Humanities and Sophia M. Libman professor.
6th Annual Into the Light Conference
The 6th annual Into the Light Conference on domestic violence prevention will take place at Hood Wednesday, Oct. 1 from 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., and will focus on domestic violence policies, theories and laws. The keynote speaker will be Yvette Cade, who has appeared on “Oprah,” “Nancy Grace” and “The Montel Williams Show.” She will describe her life as a survivor of perhaps the most horrific domestic violence case in Maryland. Several breakout sessions will be available throughout the day. The conference will end with a panel of experts who will discuss their theories on why Maryland had more domestic violence homicides this year than ever before and what we as a society can do to stop domestic violence. The conference is free and open to the public and lunch will be provided. For more information about the conference, please contact SueAnn Straley with the Frederick County Domestic Violence Task Force.
Science in the Cinema Series Continues with "Chocolat"
The Oscar- and Golden Globe-nominated film “Chocolat,” featuring Juliette Binoche, Judi Dench and Johnny Depp, will be shown Monday, Oct. 6 at 6 p.m. in Hood’s Whitaker Campus Center Commons. The film will be followed by an informal talk about the science of chocolate by two scientists from The Hershey Company. Light snacks will be served and the Blazer snack bar will be open until 11 p.m. for additional food purchases. For more information, contact Kathy Falkenstein, associate professor of biology and chair of the biology department at Hood, or call(301) 696-3663.
"Rock the Vote" Event Part of Social Visionary Speakers Series
Political and pop culture commentator Jehmu Greene will visit campus as part of Hood’s Social Visionary Speakers Series to give a lecture titled “Rock the Vote: If You Don’t Vote, Don’t Complain … Get Involved! Vote, Run, Lead!,” Thursday, Oct. 16 at 7 p.m. in Hood’s Whitaker Campus Center Commons. The event is co-sponsored by the career center and office of service learning; the president, provost and student life offices; the sociology and social work, history and political science, and honors departments; the African-American Studies Program; and the Hood Rocks the Vote Coalition. For more information, please contact Yvette Webster, coordinator of service learning and Bonner Scholars Program at Hood, or call (301) 696-3751. |
Women's Cross Country
Last Week
Sept. 13 at Wilmington College Invitational Individual Results
This Week
Sept. 20 at York College (Pa.) Invitational 10:30 a.m.
Despite competing against a field of mostly Division I and II schools, senior Danielle Sgro (above) placed 10th of 90 runners with a time of 21:46 at the Wilmington Invitational Saturday. Freshman Sarah Morris followed with a time of 24:12, good for 32nd place. Hood is back in action Saturday at the York College (Pa.) Invitational.
Men's Cross Country
Last Week
Sept. 13 at Wilmington College Invitational 13th of 13 teams
This Week
Sept. 20 at York College (Pa.) Invitational 11:30 a.m.
Senior Nick Manning (above) led Hood at Saturday’s Wilmington Invitational, clocking a 33:53 to place 56th of 111 runners. Blair Ames finished close behind Manning for 59th-place. Ames was followed by Mattia Mabellini (63rd), Brendan Greenlees (68th) and Ben Caplins (93rd). The Blazers' next meet is slated for Saturday at York College (Pa.).
Field Hockey (1-2, 0-1 CAC)
Last Week
Sept. 9 Lost to York College (Pa.) 0-5
Sept. 13 Defeated College of Notre Dame (Md.) 4-0
This Week
Sept. 20 at Cedar Crest College 1 p.m.
Hood won its first game of the season Saturday, blanking the College of Notre Dame (Md.) 4-0 at Thomas Athletic Field. The triumph over the Gators marked the first for head coach Staci Brennan over CND in her seven-year coaching career. It was also Hood's second win in 15 all-time meetings with its former Atlantic Women's Colleges Conference foes and first since the 1999 season. Freshman Maria Smith (above) scored two goals for Hood—the first tallies of her career. Brandy Noel also notched two goals and had one assist to Smith. Jen Lacy recorded six saves for Hood (1-2, 0-1 CAC). The Blazers will travel to Cedar Crest College Saturday for a nonconference matchup.
Men's Golf
Last Week
Sept. 8 at Lebanon Valley College Invitational 11th of 11 teams
This Week
Sept. 18 at Stevenson University 11 a.m.
In its first outing of the fall season, Hood’s men’s golf team placed 11th out of 11 teams at the Penn State University-Harrisburg Invitational Monday. Sophomore Evan Chaney (above) had a career-best performance, finishing with a score of 83 (+11). Andy Alger followed Chaney with an 89, while Daniel Reid and Bob Ranft scored a 101 and 110, respectively. Hood’s next match is scheduled for Thursday, Sept. 18 against Stevenson University, formerly Villa Julie College, in Hampstead, Md.
Women's Soccer (1-4, 1-1 CAC)
Last Week
Sept. 9 Lost to St. Mary's College (Md.) 0-4
This Week
Sept. 16 at Mt. Aloysius College 7 p.m.
Sept. 20 vs. Wesley College 12:30 p.m.
After a 9-0 win over Gallaudet Sept. 7, Hood dropped a 4-0 decision to St. Mary’s College (Md.) Monday at the Germantown (Md.) SoccerPlex. Rachelle Buhrman and Kirsten Cacciola (above) combined for 10 saves for the Blazers (1-4, 1-2 CAC). Hood’s next contest is slated for Tuesday at Mt. Aloysius College. The Blazers return home Saturday hosting Wesley College at 12:30 p.m.
Men's Soccer (3-3, 0-0 CAC)
Last Week
Sept. 8 Defeated Valley Forge Christian College 4-0
Sept. 11 Defeated Mt. Aloysius College 5-0
Sept. 13 Lost to Waynesburg College 0-2
This Week
Sept. 17 at Randolph College 7 p.m.
Sept. 20 vs. Lancaster Bible College 3 p.m.
The Blazers finished a busy week with a pair of wins and one loss, evening their overall record at 3-3. On Monday, the Blazers recorded their first shutout of the season, 4-0, against Valley Forge Christian College at the Germantown (Md.) SoccerPlex. Quinn Miller, Jon Butterfield, Matthew Dybala and Jacob Ausherman scored for Hood while Miller and Christopher Mendez (above) each had an assist. The Blazers then downed Mt. Aloysius, 5-0, on the road Thursday. Mendez, Carlin Rabie, Tom Sprague, Corey DeMaster and Matt Sharp all scored their first goals of the season. Finally, Hood dropped a 2-0 decision to Waynesburg Saturday. Shawn Fernholz had five saves in goal for Hood. The Blazers return to action Wednesday, Sept. 17, at Randolph College.
Women's Tennis (0-0, 0-0 CAC)
Last Week
Sept. 12 at Goucher College Postponed
This Week
Sept. 19 vs. Frostburg State University 4 p.m.
Hood's first fall match was postponed due to rain. That match with Goucher College has been rescheduled for Friday, Oct. 3, in Towson, Md. Senior Christine Ocampos-Barry (above) and the Blazers entertain Frostburg State University Friday at the Baker Park Tennis Courts.
Volleyball (0-6, 0-1 CAC)
Last Week
Sept. 9 Lost to Wesley College 0-3
Sept. 13 Lost to Catholic University 1-3
Sept. 13 Lost to Messiah College (at Catholic) 0-3
This Week
Sept. 16 vs. Penn State University-Harrisburg 7 p.m.
Sept. 19 vs. St. Mary's College (Md.) 7 p.m.
The Blazers are still looking for their first win of the season after opening their Capital Athletic Conference schedule Tuesday with a 3-0 (3-25, 10-25, 18-25) loss at Wesley College. Kristina Straub led the Blazers with a team-high six kills and six assists. On Saturday Hood traveled to Washington, D.C., for the Catholic University Tournament. In its first match of the tournament, Hood fell 3-1 to Catholic in four sets (14-25, 26-24, 18-25, 13-25). In the second match, Messiah College defeated the Blazers (8-25, 24-26, 15-25). Chelsea Weaver (above) and Hood return to Gambrill Gymnasium this week for a pair of matches. The Blazers host Penn State University-Harrisburg Tuesday and CAC rival St. Mary's College (Md.) Friday.
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