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Minerva 2004, The Honors College

Minerva

This issue of Minerva includes an article on HON 350: An Introduction to Functional Genomics; an article on the creation and inaugural year of HON 180: A Cultural Odyssey; a profile on Honors alumnus, Charles Stanhope and his 2004 Distinguished Honors Graduate Lecture; and interviews with Allison Kelly, Jessica Hudec, and Jennifer Merchant on their experiences as Honors student-athletes.

State Funded Research Annual Report Fy04, University Of Maine System

General University of Maine Publications

The University of Maine System is required to submit in January of each year an annual report on the utilization of state research appropriations for operations and state research capital bonds. The report is to cover the most recently completed fiscal year.

Creative Dissent For Sustainable Security, Maine Peace Action Committee

Cultural Affairs Distinguished Lecture Series

"Creative Dissent for Sustainable Security": Proposal to bring Bread and Puppet Theater to the University. This will be a day full of creative, energizing, and inspiring participatory activities. The eight member troupe of the world famous Bread and Puppet Theater will give a major performance, do workshops, and participate in other activities.

Across The Sands Of Time & Persian Impression, Hudson Museum

Cultural Affairs Distinguished Lecture Series

Across the Sands of Time: Art and Artifacts from the Middle East and Persian Impression by Marta Morse.

Spring 2005 New Writing Series, English Department

Cultural Affairs Distinguished Lecture Series

The primary objectives of the New Writing Series are (i) to make contemporary poetry and fiction a valued part of the cultural life at the University of Maine, (ii) to broaden the University's local, national, and international reputation as a site of vibrant cultural exchange and creativity, and (iii) to cultivate links within the University as well as between the University and area secondary schools that foster imaginative approaches to thinking about contemporary literary practices. Whereas developing an audience for individual events can be difficult, a Series creates an ongoing context for the exploration of contemporary writing and signals a …

Spring 2005 Women's History Celebration, Women In The Curriculum And Women's Studies Program

Cultural Affairs Distinguished Lecture Series

"Drawing on the Past: Feminism for the Future" will focus on women's political participation, with politics broadly defined. We would like to encourage students' political engagement by presenting what women have done in the past and what issues they might wish to address in the present and the future.

Burning With Desire, Art Department

Cultural Affairs Distinguished Lecture Series

Professor Geoffrey Batcheon is widely recognized to be a leading authority on the early history of photography. We are continuing our efforts to represent the leading figures in the field of art history to the university community.

Annual Report On Degrees Conferred (2003/04), University Of Maine System

General University of Maine Publications

This report provided a statistical history of degrees conferred by the University of Maine System. The data used in the history is based on the IPEDS reports on completions

2004-05 Women's Basketball Media Guide, Maine Athletic Media Relations Office

General University of Maine Publications

One would think that after winning 50 games and two regular season conference crowns during the last two seasons, the University of Maine women’s basketball team would be ready for a break. Maybe the team would be content to look back at past achievements.

Perhaps the Black Bears need a rest after a successful campaign in which they won the America East Conference crown and advanced to the NCAA Tournament. Or possibly, Maine might think its goals and expectations are lowered after losing two-time America East Player of the Year Heather Ernest.

Summary Of Fall 2004 Enrollments, University Of Maine System

General University of Maine Publications

This report provided summary information regarding University enrollments.

Umaine Students Recognized For Academic Achievement, Kay Hyatt

General University of Maine Publications

Ninety-two students in the University of Maine College of Education and Human Development were recognized recently for outstanding academic achievement. The students, representing communities throughout 14 Maine counties, six other states and Canada, were honored at the Fall Presidential Academic Achievement Award Ceremony, attended by faculty and family members.

2004-2005 Swimming And Diving Media Guide, Umaine Athletic Media Relations Office

General University of Maine Publications

The University of Maine men’s and women’s swimming and diving teams are prepared to continue the improvements made last season in the 2004-2005 season. Head Coach Jeff Wren begins his 34th overall season at Maine and is joined by assistant coach Susan Lizzotte and diving coach Jaret Lizzotte. Though the team lost some of its top competitors to graduation, the Black Bears will seek to build on a core group of talented and experienced returners, with the addition of a strong group of first-year swimmers and divers, to battle some tough America East opponents.

Inside The 9/11 Commission Report, International Affairs Program

Cultural Affairs Distinguished Lecture Series

Inside the 9/11 Commission Report: How Safe Were We? Are We? and Can We Be?

Maine Alumni Magazine, Volume 85, Number 3, Fall 2004, University Of Maine Alumni Association

UMaine Alumni Magazines - All

Contents:

Leaving the Job You Love: Peter Hoff looks back on his UMaine presidency --- More Than Maintaining the Status Quo: Interim president Robert Kennedy will be more than a caretaker --- Lobstering Her Way Through College: Christina Rackliff '04 learned the value of hard work from her father --- From Boardman Hall to the Halls of Justice: Judge Franklin Van Antwerpen '64 is elevated to America's second highest court --- Bolting to the Top: John Tortorella '81 leads the Tampa Bay Lightning to the Stanley Cup --- Remembering President Paul Silverman

The Dandy Scroll, Fall 2004, University Of Maine Pulp And Paper Foundation

General University of Maine Publications

The Fall 2004 issue of The Dandy Scroll newsletter produced by the University of Maine Pulp and Paper Foundation.

Thwarted Voices, School Of Performing Arts

Cultural Affairs Distinguished Lecture Series

Annual concert organized and performed by Dr. Phillip Silver devoted to the music of composers who were victims of National Socialist racial policies. This year's concert includes the American premier of a suite for piano by Erich Zeisl, a powerful neo-romantic sonata for cello & piano by Karl Weigl, two Walt Whitman settings by Franz Schreker and the world premier performance of a work by Paul Ben-Haim composed prior to his flight from Nazi Germany.

Fall 2004 New Writing Series, English Department

Cultural Affairs Distinguished Lecture Series

The primary objectives of the New Writing Series are (i) to make contemporary poetry and fiction a valued part of the cultural life at the University of Maine, (ii) to broaden the University's local, national, and international reputation as a site of vibrant cultural exchange and creativity, and (iii) to cultivate links within the University as well as between the University and area secondary schools that foster imaginative approaches to thinking about contemporary literary practices. Whereas developing an audience for individual events can be difficult, a Series creates an ongoing context for the exploration of contemporary writing and signals a …

Challenging Empire, Schonberger Memorial Lecture Fund

Cultural Affairs Distinguished Lecture Series

"Challenging Empire: Iraq, the UN, and the Second Super Power." A lecture by Phyllis Bennis, Fellow of the Institute for Policy Studies.

Cezanne's Scale, Department Of Art

Cultural Affairs Distinguished Lecture Series

Two aspects of cultural and artistic production that have been underrepresented in past years: Art History and foundry practice. This lecture series will not only provide a unique opportunity for students in the Art Department to have first-hand exposure to experts of international stature in the fields of Art History and metal working, it will be of broad popular appeal to all members of the university community.

One More Thing, Franco American Studies

Cultural Affairs Distinguished Lecture Series

"One More Thing" Michael Parent's new one-man show.

Dr. Walter Pitman Lecture, Hudson Museum

Cultural Affairs Distinguished Lecture Series

"Evidence for and implication of the Black Sea Noah's Flood: Geology, Archaeology, Language and Myth." by Dr. Walter C. Pitman. Dr. Pitman will present a special lecture marrying science and myth.

Developing White Allies, Diversity Leadership Institute

Cultural Affairs Distinguished Lecture Series

"Developing White Allies in the Face of Racial Privilege" by Tim Wise. An internationally known diversity trainer and speaker - one of the most prominent white anti-racist voices in the United States.

2004-05 The University Of Maine Men's Basketball Media Guide, University Of Maine Athletic Media Relations Office

General University of Maine Publications

No abstract provided.

University Of Maine Women's Ice Hockey Media Guide, 2004-2005, University Of Maine Athletic Media Relations Office

General University of Maine Publications

A long time in the making, the Women’s Hockey East Association proudly commenced official league play in the 2002-03 season. As women’s ice hockey steadily expanded from its original status as an emerging sport to its current status as an NCAA championship sport, it became apparent that Hockey East should seriously consider sponsoring a separate league to accommodate its five member schools that had varsity programs: Boston College, Maine, New Hampshire, Northeastern, and Providence. However, little got beyond the level of discussion and conjecture in the early stages as administrators remained unsure of how to undergo the transition process. The …

University Of Maine Volleyball Media Guide, 2004, University Of Maine Athletic Media Relations Office

General University of Maine Publications

No abstract provided.

State General Fund Support Of Maine Education Information Sheet #2, 2004/2005, University Of Maine System

General University of Maine Publications

This report provided a historical review of State General Fund support of Maine education.

2004 Umaine Black Bears Football Media Guide, University Of Maine Athletic Media Relations Office

General University of Maine Publications

No abstract provided.

Fy 2004 Annual Report On Gifts And Fund Raising, University Of Maine System

General University of Maine Publications

The Annual Report on Gifts and Fund Raising provides a summary of gifts received by the Universities in the Fiscal Year. Excluded from this section of the report are gifts to University affiliated organizations Included are gifts given directly to the University and gifts given to the University from affiliated organizations.

2004-2005 Men's Hockey Media Guide, University Of Maine Athletic Media Relations Office

General University of Maine Publications

Head Coach Tim Whitehead enters his fourth season at the helm of the University of Maine men's ice hockey program. With Whitehead behind the bench, the Black Bears have continued the success that has defined the program for nearly two decades.

In his first three seasons as head coach, the Black Bears have advanced to the NCM Tournament all three seasons, reached the NCM National Championship game twice and won the Hockey East Tournament Championship. Over the three year period, Maine has a 83-29-15 record. In eight seasons as a head coach, Whitehead has a career record of 159-124-26.

A Maritime Album, Museum Of Art

Cultural Affairs Distinguished Lecture Series

A Maritime Album: 100 Photographs and Their Stories