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Dissertations In Cacrep-Accredited Counseling Doctoral Programs: An Initial Investigation, L. Dianne Borders, Kelly L. Wester, Melissa J. Fickling, Nicole A. Adamson

Journal of Counselor Preparation and Supervision

Faculty in 38 CACREP-accredited doctoral programs in the US described their dissertation products over the last three years, composition of their dissertation committees, and their satisfaction ratings with dissertation products and processes. Results indicated traditional dissertation formats were predominant. Over half (54%) of completed dissertations were quantitative and 40% were qualitative. Committees typically included two or three counselor educators and at least one outside faculty member. Faculty were modestly satisfied with dissertations, citing the need for more rigor and consistency of standards. Higher satisfaction was related to committee composition as well as the use of a variety of research methods.

Spectrum, Volume 35, Issue 2, Sacred Heart University

Newspapers (Obelisk & Spectrum)

Highlights include: Launch of the new School of Communication and Media Arts (SCMA) --The State Board of Education has put SHU's teacher-training program on probation for the next three years --Interview with Conn. Senator Richard Blumenthal --Syllabus week --Red, White and SHU was the first of many themes selected for Sacred Heart’s senior pub night this year --Holy Grounds Cafe grand opening --Digging Through the Directory: Joseph Alicastro --Interview with FTMA Film Festival Maverick Award recipient, actor Richard Kind --2015 FTMA Film Festival --Interview with SHU and "'Saturday Night Live'' alumnus Kevin Nealon --SHU students work at New York Fashion …

Three Popes: Lessons In Leadership, Valerie Christian

Presidential Seminar on the Catholic Intellectual Tradition

In Three Popes: Lessons in Leadership participants use selected leadership theories as a basis to comment on the leadership style and effectiveness of two former Bishops of Rome—John Paul II and Benedict XVI. The purpose is to hypothetically assist the incumbent pontiff, Francis, whose legacy—while looking promising—still is in its infancy. In the exercise, participants investigate the personal traits and life stories of three recent popes in an attempt to understand their professional style and effectiveness as leaders of the Roman Catholic Church. Using Pope Francis’ immediate predecessors as examples of good/bad leadership, teams recommend to Pope Francis ways to …

Spectrum, Volume 35, Issue 1, Sacred Heart University

Newspapers (Obelisk & Spectrum)

Highlights include: Interview with New York Times #i Best Selling Author of Wild, Cheryl Strayed --The SHU women’s vocal quartet, also known as UnFOURgettable, will no longer be a group on campus due to the lack of an accompanist --Online Startup Connecting College Students with Odd Jobs --Navigating freshman year: tips and tricks from seasoned SHU students Melanie Vollono and Giovanna Gatto --Spectrum editorial board 2015-2017 (portraits) --Get to know the Greek societies on campus --College student Kaitlyn Kreitzman keeps her life in balance with yoga --Report on fifth annual Presidential Gala --Blogger of the week: President Petillo --Inside …

Michels Named As Director Of University Assessment, Steven Michels

Steven Michels

Professor Steven Michels has been named director of University assessment for Sacred Heart University. In this newly created position, Michels will oversee a University-wide assessment committee dedicated to continuously improving teaching and learning through the use of evidence-based assessment tools.

Adding Technology To Your Language Course, Pilar Munday

Languages Faculty Publications

Invited presentation at Capital Community College in Hartford, CT.

New Department Of Catholic Studies Announced, Michelle Loris

Michelle Loris

Sacred Heart University has announced the formation of a Department of Catholic Studies, the goal of which is to administer a key component of the University’s core curriculum, the seminars in the Catholic intellectual tradition, as well as an interdisciplinary minor in Catholic studies. Michele Loris is the chair of the new department.

At Shu, Having Fun Learning Is Part Of The Game, Robert Mccloud

Robert McCloud

A collaborative team of faculty and students from across Sacred Heart University is developing a new recruiting and information tool aimed at introducing prospective and new students and their families to the University using media that today’s students are comfortable with—gaming technology. The project team, led by Robert McCloud, associate professor of computer sciences and information technology, includes several other faculty members with complementary skills such as 3D animation and digital motion, music composition and script writing.

Summer 2015 Full Issue

Journal of Counselor Preparation and Supervision

No abstract provided.

Sacred Heart University Magazine, Summer 2015, Sacred Heart University

Sacred Heart University Magazine

This issue of Sacred Heart University Magazine features an article about the Office of Digital Learning, which is dedicated to helping people at all levels successfully integrate technology into learning. Also featured are the new College of Nursing, news from the Luxembourg campus, and campus events and improvements, including the opening of the Martire Business & Communications Center, and much more.

Confronting Pedagogy In “Confronting Globalization”: The Use Of Role-Play Simulations To Foster Interdisciplinary/Global Learning, Lesley A. Denardis

Political Science & Global Affairs Faculty Publications

With the increasing emphasis on global learning as part of the redesigned institutional mission of American higher education, there will arguably be a need for a variety of global learning experiences across the undergraduate curriculum. Efforts to incorporate global learning in course content at home by globalizing or internationalizing the curricula are already underway at many institutions of higher education. This article offers a set of recommendations for educators wishing to globalize their courses by adopting an interdisciplinary approach to global learning specifically through the use of role-play simulations. As a problem-based pedagogy, role-play simulations are uniquely equipped to deliver …

Ryan Matura Library Annual Report, 2015, Peter Gavin Ferriby

Library Annual Report

The annual report reflects the fiscal year 2014-2015.

Math Department Newsletter, 2014-2015, Mathematics Department

Mathematics Newsletter

No abstract provided.

Report On The Sacred Heart University Participation In The Ace Internationalization Laboratory By The American Council On Education Peer Review Visit Team February 25-27, 2015, American Council On Education Peer Review Visit Team

Global Engagement Publications

This report is based on a visit to Sacred Heart University (SHU) by an American Council on Education (ACE) peer review team on February 25-27, 2015. This report also draws upon the document Internationalization Self-Study (December 2014) provided to the peer review team in advance.

Teaching Models: Designing Instruction For 21st Century Learners (Book Review), Joshua C. Elliott

Education Faculty Publications

Book review by Joshua C. Elliott.

Milman, N. B., & Kilbane, C.R. (2013). Teaching models: Designing instruction for 21st century learners. New York, NY: Pearson.

ISBN: 9780205609970

Commencement 2015, Sacred Heart University

Commencement Programs

Program for the Graduate and Undergraduate ceremonies held May 16-17 2015.

Spectrum, Volume 34, Issue 10, Sacred Heart University

Newspapers (Obelisk & Spectrum)

Highlights include: Dancing with Heart -- SHU at Watermark Health Fair -- What students know about the 2016 election candidates -- Class of 2015 commencement speakers announced -- SHU bone marrow drive -- Mr. SHU contestants -- Shoe collection for Bridgeport schools -- Club football to start inaugural season

Spectrum, Volume 34, Issue 8, Sacred Heart University

Newspapers (Obelisk & Spectrum)

Highlights include: Relay for life -- President Petillo's blog -- Education students partner with local school -- Love your melon charity group at SHU -- Gymnastics growing as a team -- Do athletes mind concussions

The Value Of A Four-Year Degree Is Increasing, John J. Petillo

SHU Faculty Publications

The value of a four-year college degree has never been greater. This is particularly true for graduates in comparison to their peers who have lower levels of education.

The globalized job market is hyper-competitive, and a four-year degree is increasingly a base requirement that’s necessary just to get your foot in the door for an interview. Millennials recognize this reality since a third of them hold at least a bachelor’s degree. This makes them the best-educated generation in history.

A college education enriches not only the person who receives it, but society overall. We must never forget that an informed …

Library Newsletter Volume 11, Issue 1, Sacred Heart University

Library Newsletters

No abstract provided.

Sacred Heart University Magazine, Spring 2015, Sacred Heart University

Sacred Heart University Magazine

The lead article in this issue is about Sacred Heart University's success in the area of enrollment. This issue also includes a feature on Professor Jonas Zdanys, grants to Biology Professor Barbara Pierce to further her research on migratory birds and to the Welch College of Business MBA program from Bank of America. The pages are filled with other exciting news--from President John J. Petillo's foreword.

Spectrum, Volume 34, Issue 7, Sacred Heart University

Newspapers (Obelisk & Spectrum)

Highlights include: University of Oklahoma scandal -- The faces of SHU; student ambassadors -- Woman's studies minor at SHU -- Professor brings the blues to Red's

Spectrum, Volume 34, Issue 6, Sacred Heart University

Newspapers (Obelisk & Spectrum)

Highlights include: Martire building open -- Men's rugby goes to Ireland -- Delta Tau Delta participates in white ribbon campaign -- Kappa Delta's shamrock the runway -- Hockey making huge strides despite loss -- Equestrian team making most of success

Spectrum, Volume 34, Issue 5, Sacred Heart University

Newspapers (Obelisk & Spectrum)

Highlights include: New course, introduction to wine starting next fall -- Can news anchors be trusted -- Campus life leadership awards -- SHU wins healthy workplace award -- New club aims to spread smiles -- Students widening horizons through online publications -- The Chainsmokers come to SHU -- Basketball making strides despite loss -- Woman's basketball stumble in first round

Innovative Public Education Or Glorified Homeschooling: Funding Full-Time K-12 Online Learning, Michael K. Barbour

Education Faculty Publications

While there has been some improvement in what is known about supplemental K-12 online learning, there continues to be a lack of evidence to guide the practice of full-time K-12 online learning. This paper examines the literature and research into the funding of full-time K-12 online learning programs. As one of the few areas where a reasonable body of literature exists, and where both progress and neo-liberal groups have reach relative agreement. It concludes that full-time K-12 online learning costs less than traditional brick-and-mortar, and that policymakers should consider the nature of instruction when determining funding for full-time K-12 online …

Schools In The U.S. 2015: Politics, Performance, Policy, And Research Evidence, Alex Molnar Ed., Luis Huerta, Sheryl Rankin Shafer, Michael K. Barbour, Gary Miron, Charisse Gulosino

Education Faculty Publications

This report is the third of a series of annual reports by the National Education Policy Center (NEPC) on virtual education in the U.S. The NEPC reports contribute to the existing evidence and discourse on virtual education by providing an objective analysis of the evolution and performance of full-time, publicly funded K-12 virtual schools. Specifically, the NEPC reports: analyze the universe of proposed state bills related to virtual education; assess the research evidence that bears on K-12 virtual teaching and learning; describe the policy issues raised by available evidence; analyze the growth and performance of full-time virtual schools; and, offer …

Digging Through The Directory: Dr. Claire Marrone, Claire Marrone, Morgan Debelle Duplan

Claire Marrone

Interview with Professor Claire Marrone for The Spectrum by staff reporter Morgan Debelle Duplan.

Spectrum, Volume 34, Issue 4, Sacred Heart University

Newspapers (Obelisk & Spectrum)

Highlights include: Student philanthropy week -- Pioneer leadership program -- Blown transformer causes campus blackout -- Capella group from Cuba visits SHU -- Woman's lacrosse looking for strong season -- Baseball looks to recapture conference title

Lessons From Pope Francis In Managing A University, John J. Petillo

SHU Faculty Publications

Pope Francis is trending as the model for transforming corporate cultures through humble leadership. As a Roman Catholic University, Sacred Heart is perhaps more attuned than most colleges to what might be called "The Management Secrets of Pope Francis," but they can be applied to institutions of higher learning anywhere. Whether administrators, faculty or staff, we are here because of the students. It is imperative that we consider their interests in everything we do. Like Pope Francis, we must shed the trappings of our titles and serve.

Spectrum, Volume 34, Issue 3, Sacred Heart University

Newspapers (Obelisk & Spectrum)

Highlights include: Interview with New York Yankees first baseman -- SHU welcomes new member to Campus Ministry -- Find your inner author with creative writing minor -- SHU takes on Murph challenge -- Reducing your carbon footprint at SHU -- Fashion club gives new opportunities to students -- SHU winter guard going to nationals -- Fencing team captures 6th in NEC conference