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Spectrum, Volume 27, Issue 11, Sacred Heart University Dec 2010

Spectrum, Volume 27, Issue 11, Sacred Heart University

Newspapers (Obelisk & Spectrum)

Highlights include: Petillo Addresses Students on Future of SHU -- Creating New "Habitats" for Bridgeport Neighbors -- Students Find Fun in the Final Crunch -- He Said/She Said -- Editorials -- Surviving Finals Week


Oral History Interview With Tan Chin Tiong: Conceptualising Smu, Chin Tiong Tan Dec 2010

Oral History Interview With Tan Chin Tiong: Conceptualising Smu, Chin Tiong Tan

Oral History Collection

The interview covered: first involvement with SMU, changes to concept plan, research, private university, faculty recruitment, challenges, marketing, advertising campaign, autonomous universities, collaboration with Wharton School, schools in SMU, change agent for education landscape, differentiating SMU, SMU students.

Biography:

Provost, SMU, 1999–2008, and Deputy President, SMU, 2007–2009

Member of SMU start-up team

In 1998 Professor Tan Chin Tiong was one of the first three faculty members who joined the start-up team to create what would become Singapore’s third university, SMU. Among his many responsibilities during the planning phase of SMU, he oversaw faculty recruitment, public relations and marketing, and the …


Spectrum, Volume 27, Issue 10, Sacred Heart University Dec 2010

Spectrum, Volume 27, Issue 10, Sacred Heart University

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Highlights include: Search Committee Works Hard to Appoint New President -- Late Night Library Time -- Trotting Before Turkey Day -- Greek Life Growing Among Campus Community -- He Said/She Said -- Editorials -- 2010's Most "Glamorous" Honored.


Oral History Interview With Khoo Teng Aun: Conceptualising Smu, Teng Aun Khoo Nov 2010

Oral History Interview With Khoo Teng Aun: Conceptualising Smu, Teng Aun Khoo

Oral History Collection

The interview covered: concept for new university, university library, first admissions exercise, student reaction to SMU, achievements of SMU.

Biography:

Associate Professor of Accounting, SMU, 2000–present

Member of SMU start-up team

Professor Khoo Teng Aun was one of the SMU ‘pioneers’, the faculty who formed the start-up team for Singapore’s third university. He joined the start-up team in 1999. Today he is a faculty member of the School of Accountancy and teaches corporate reporting and taxation. His research interests include internet financial reporting, multinational companies, cost and management accounting systems, taxation, and entrepreneurial studies. He also teaches in SMU’s master …


Spectrum, Volume 27, Issue 9, Sacred Heart University Nov 2010

Spectrum, Volume 27, Issue 9, Sacred Heart University

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Highlights include: Students Return Home Eager for Pre-Thanksgiving Festivities and Fun -- Black Friday Vs. Cyber Monday -- Standardize Testing No Longer a Standard -- Wild About Harry -- Photo of the Week --


Oral History Interview With Low Kee Yang: Conceptualising Smu, Kee Yang Low Nov 2010

Oral History Interview With Low Kee Yang: Conceptualising Smu, Kee Yang Low

Oral History Collection

The interview covered: first involvement with SMU, university education in Singapore, curriculum, CIRCLE values, private university, logo, teaching pedagogy, interview students for admissions, legal aspects, incorporation of SMU, first day of class, law school, challenges, student recruitment, law internships, Juris Doctor programme, challenges.

Biography:

Associate Professor of Law, SMU, 2000–present

Member of SMU start-up team

Professor Low Kee Yang joined the start-up team for SMU in 1998; one of his responsibilities was supervising legal matters. He served as deputy dean of the business school from 1999 to 2002 and chaired the organising committee for the Lee Kuan Yew Global Business …


Spectrum, Volume 27, Issue 8, Sacred Heart University Nov 2010

Spectrum, Volume 27, Issue 8, Sacred Heart University

Newspapers (Obelisk & Spectrum)

Highlights include: University Makes Plans for New Wellness Center -- 'Wii-habilitation' -- Students Reach Out to Read Aloud -- Stem Cell Research Raises Concerns Around SHU -- Men's Hockey Earns First Win


Spectrum, Volume 27, Issue 7, Sacred Heart University Nov 2010

Spectrum, Volume 27, Issue 7, Sacred Heart University

Newspapers (Obelisk & Spectrum)

Highlights include: Dr. Cernera Resigns from Presidency -- Internet Helps Students With Work and Play -- May the Road Rise to Meet You -- Editors Choice -- Women's Volleyball Wins 19 Straight


Oral History Interview With John Yip Soon Kwong: Conceptualising Smu, Soon Kwong John Yip Nov 2010

Oral History Interview With John Yip Soon Kwong: Conceptualising Smu, Soon Kwong John Yip

Oral History Collection

The interview covered: first involvement with SMU, future needs of university education in Singapore, business education, third university, Singapore Institute of Management, achievements.

Biography:

Executive Director and CEO, Singapore Institute of Management, 1997–2003
Director of Education, MOE, 1987–1996

Dr John Yip Soon Kwong played a major role in developing the concept for Singapore’s third university, Singapore Management University. With his first-hand knowledge of international universities as well as his knowledge of Singapore’s education system, he was part of the early effort to define the scope of Singapore’s third university and to identify an overseas university partner for this new institution. …


Spectrum, Volume 27, Issue 6, Sacred Heart University Oct 2010

Spectrum, Volume 27, Issue 6, Sacred Heart University

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Highlights Include: Make Your Vote Count for Midterm Elections -- Volunteers Help Bridgeport 'Feel the Warmth' -- Seattle University Strives to Save Environment -- Editorials -- Dance Team 'Jumps on It' -- A Day in the Life: Sacred Heart Ice Hockey


Oral History Interview With Tsui Kai Chong: Conceptualising Smu, Kai Chong Tsui Oct 2010

Oral History Interview With Tsui Kai Chong: Conceptualising Smu, Kai Chong Tsui

Oral History Collection

The interview covered: first involvement with SMU, roles and responsibilities, overseas visits, information technology, dean of School of Business, planning, undergraduate programme, Wharton curriculum, first admissions exercise, opening day, teaching pedagogy, students, case competition, postgraduate programmes, Masters of Applied Finance, achievements.

Biography:

Founding Dean, School of Business, SMU, 1999–2003

Member of SMU start-up team

Professor Tsui Kai Chong was an SMU ‘pioneer’, a member of the start-up team for Singapore’s third university, and he oversaw planning for communications and information technology. He was appointed as the first dean of the School of Business in 1999, became vice provost of undergraduate …


Spectrum, Volume 27, Issue 5, Sacred Heart University Oct 2010

Spectrum, Volume 27, Issue 5, Sacred Heart University

Newspapers (Obelisk & Spectrum)

Highlights Include: Speaker Encourages True SHU Beauty -- Letter to the Editor -- Screams, Scares, and Sequels -- Senior Pub Night for Senior Fun Night -- Ready, 'SET', Bingo's Back -- Day in the Life: Soccer


Oral History Interview With Hwang Soo Chiat: Conceptualising Smu, Soo Chiat Hwang Oct 2010

Oral History Interview With Hwang Soo Chiat: Conceptualising Smu, Soo Chiat Hwang

Oral History Collection

The interview with Hwang Soo Chiat covered:first involvement with SMU, roles and responsibilities, first classes, teaching pedagogy, pioneer students, student interaction, student recruitment, parent interaction, commencement, milestones.

Biography:

Associate Professor of Accounting, SMU, 2000–present

Member of SMU start-up team

Professor Hwang Soo Chiat is one of the SMU ‘pioneers’, a member of the start-up team for Singapore’s third university. Today he is an associate professor of accounting at SMU. In December 2005, he was named Outstanding Teacher in the School of Accountancy. His research interests are in the use of accounting ratios for prediction of bankruptcy of companies, corporate governance, …


Spectrum, Volume 27, Issue 4, Sacred Heart University Oct 2010

Spectrum, Volume 27, Issue 4, Sacred Heart University

Newspapers (Obelisk & Spectrum)

Highlights include: Banned Books Spark Controversy -- A Healthy Relationship With Food -- He Said/She Said -- Editorials -- Young Talent Hits Fairfield Theatre -- Click Here for Some Good Luck -- A Day in the Life: Sacred Heart Football


Spectrum, Volume 27, Issue 3, Sacred Heart University Sep 2010

Spectrum, Volume 27, Issue 3, Sacred Heart University

Newspapers (Obelisk & Spectrum)

Highlights include: Shots Fired on Streets of New Haven -- Did "SHU" Know? School Health Insurance -- Students Request to "SET" More Events -- Are You Ready For Some Football -- He Said/She Said -- Editorials.


Spectrum, Volume 27, Issue 2, Sacred Heart University Sep 2010

Spectrum, Volume 27, Issue 2, Sacred Heart University

Newspapers (Obelisk & Spectrum)

Highlights include: Greg Mortenson Comes to SHU -- Editorials -- He Said/She Said -- Get Reel Movie Review -- Walk in his SHUz -- A Day in the Life


Spectrum, Volume 27, Issue 1, Sacred Heart University Sep 2010

Spectrum, Volume 27, Issue 1, Sacred Heart University

Newspapers (Obelisk & Spectrum)

Highlights include: New School Year Brings Campus Challenges -- BP Oil Spill Continues to Affect the U.S -- Editorials -- He Said/ She Said -- Fall Concert Revealed -- Oh My GAGA, MTV.


School Of Marine Science Graduate Catalog 2010-2011, College Of William And Mary, School Of Marine Science Aug 2010

School Of Marine Science Graduate Catalog 2010-2011, College Of William And Mary, School Of Marine Science

Miscellaneous

Catalog for the Graduate program from the School of Marine Science at the College of William and Mary for the listed academic year.


Oral History Interview With Leong Kwong Sin: Conceptualising Smu, Kwong Sin Leong Jul 2010

Oral History Interview With Leong Kwong Sin: Conceptualising Smu, Kwong Sin Leong

Oral History Collection

The interview covere: first involvement with SMU, third university, role and responsibilities, planning, mission statement, employer engagement, faculty compensation, city campus, pioneer students, first commencement, achievements.

Biography:

Associate Professor of Accounting, SMU, 2000–present

Member of SMU start-up team

Professor Leong Kwong Sin, an SMU ‘pioneer’, joined the start-up team for the new university in 1998. Today he is an associate professor of accounting in the School of Accountancy. He was named one of the outstanding teachers in the School of Accountancy in December 2005. His research interests include the area of accounting disclosure, accounting education, corporate governance and financial reporting …


Interview With Dr. John J. Santulli, Ii - Vp For Facilities Management, John J. Santulli Ii Jun 2010

Interview With Dr. John J. Santulli, Ii - Vp For Facilities Management, John J. Santulli Ii

Oral Histories of Nova Southeastern University

Physical Plant, Bruce Rogow, Steve Wisotsky, Joe Smith, dormitory, housing administrator, facilities, Rosenthal Building, Louis Parker, Cultural Living Center, Sonken Building, administration, Goodwin Cancer Research Institute, Joel Warren, distance education, main campus, Human Resources, law school, Jim Guerdon, Dr. Fischler, telecommunications, SECOM (Southeastern Colleges of Osteopathic Medicine), Barnes and Noble, University Park Plaza, Facilities Management, Ed Simco, John Scigliano, shuttles, grounds committee, Board of Trustees, Maltz Building, Horvitz Building, Dr. Feldman, merger, Rolling Hills, Goodwin Sr. Residence Hall, Ray Ferrero, library, Dr. Hanbury, golf tournaments , Coral Reef Research


Interview With Phyllis Coleman And Mark Dobson - Professors Of Law, Phyllis Coleman, Mark Dobson Jun 2010

Interview With Phyllis Coleman And Mark Dobson - Professors Of Law, Phyllis Coleman, Mark Dobson

Oral Histories of Nova Southeastern University

Law school, Parker building, facilities, Johnny Burris, Ovid Lewis, President Feldman, 9th Avenue Building, union building, Ferrero, Fischler, Joel Berman, Bruce Rogow, Joe Smith, Rolling Hills Country Club, Peter Thornton, Larry Hyde, Don Llewellyn, dean, full ABA accreditation, Uni-trust, scholarship, LSAT, Goodwin, John Anderson, Joe Harbaugh, Roger Abrams, leadership, fourth-tier, George Hanbury, Association of American Law Schools, AAMPLE Program, Summer Conditional Program, Alternative Admissions, Career Development Office


Interview With Dr. Cheryl Gotthelf - Nsu Faculty, Cheryl Gotthelf Jun 2010

Interview With Dr. Cheryl Gotthelf - Nsu Faculty, Cheryl Gotthelf

Oral Histories of Nova Southeastern University

Neuropsychology

Forensic Neuropsychology

Child Psychology

Substance Abuse


Interview With Dr. Edward Simco - Alumnus And Faculty, Edward Simco Jun 2010

Interview With Dr. Edward Simco - Alumnus And Faculty, Edward Simco

Oral Histories of Nova Southeastern University

Biological Curriculum, chemistry, Physical Science Study Committee, Ford Foundation Grant, nuclear reactor, Westinghouse Electric Corporation, computers, physics, science education, educational research, Abe Fischler, physical science center, oceanography, Ph.D., dissertation, Peter Niiler, social psychology, Roshenthal, Parker, Nova University, Atomic Energy Commission, Emilio Segre, Hans Jensen, Glenn Seaborg, NYIT, Don Mitchell, Dan Stufflebeam, Michael Scriven, distance education, Ed Leaders Program, Institute of Child Centered Education, Dr. Marilyn Segal, University School, Family Center, Teacher Intern Program, TIAA-CREF, Systems Engineering Laboratory, data manipulation program, IBM, Phil Adams, electronic classroom, Alex Schure, SACS, computer-based learning, the Doctor of Arts, John Scigliano, Dr. Ed Lieblein, FORTRAN, …


Interview With Elaine Poff - Director Of The University's Registrar Office For Enrollment And Student Services, Elaine Poff Jun 2010

Interview With Elaine Poff - Director Of The University's Registrar Office For Enrollment And Student Services, Elaine Poff

Oral Histories of Nova Southeastern University

Nova University, Center for Advancement of Education, Dick Olman, Rosenthal Building, the Mailman-Hollywood Building, the Parker Building, Edward Naus, Lifelong Learning Institute, BETA, recruiting, Center for Advancement of Education, University Registrar, CEA, Southeastern, coding, banner, PeopleSoft, registrar’s, Stephanie Brown, President Hanbury, SEVIS, international students, Ray Ferrero, George Hanbury, athletic department, Hurricane Andrew, commencement


Interview With Charles Shirley - Alumnus, Charles Shirley Jun 2010

Interview With Charles Shirley - Alumnus, Charles Shirley

Oral Histories of Nova Southeastern University

Banking, MBA, Broward County, Nova University, library, Business School Alumni Association, East Fort Lauderdale, President of the Alumni Association, Planned Giving Council, Entrepreneurial Hall of Fame, Huizenga School, Board of Governors of the Business School, distance learning, undergraduates, graduate programs, doctoral programs, Southeastern University, merger, Miami Dolphins, Bill Harrington, Ed Manson, Dr. Feldman, Ray Ferrero, Board of Trustees, Bob Steele, Joel Berman


Oral History Interview With Roberto Mariano: Conceptualising Smu, Roberto S. Mariano Jun 2010

Oral History Interview With Roberto Mariano: Conceptualising Smu, Roberto S. Mariano

Oral History Collection

The interview covered: first involvement with SMU, founding dean for School of Economics, vision, curriculum, faculty development, faculty recruitment, research, pioneer students, postgraduate programmes, challenges.

Biography:

Dean, SMU School of Economics, 2007–2010
Founding Dean, School of Economics and Social Science, SMU, 2002–2007

Professor Roberto S Mariano was appointed as dean of the new School of Economics and Social Sciences in 2002. He oversaw the intake of the inaugural classes of the economics and social science bachelors programmes in 2002 and 2004 respectively, and also served as the vice provost of research and deputy director of the Wharton-SMU Research Centre. His …


Interview With Dr. Frank Depiano - University Provost And Executive Vice President Of Academic Affairs, Frank Depiano Jun 2010

Interview With Dr. Frank Depiano - University Provost And Executive Vice President Of Academic Affairs, Frank Depiano

Oral Histories of Nova Southeastern University

Psychology

Administration

Hypnosis

Aviation

History of N.S.U.


Interview With Thomas Panza - General Counsel, Thomas Panza Jun 2010

Interview With Thomas Panza - General Counsel, Thomas Panza

Oral Histories of Nova Southeastern University

Police Benevolent Association, criminal law, Parker, Rosenthal, Mailman/Hollywood, Bill Gelfand, New York Institute of Technology, Law Enforcement Assistance grants, Panama, Abraham Fischler, Sue Maurer, cluster, Alex Schure, Leo Goodwin, GEICO Insurance, Della-Donna, Uni trust, distance learning, diploma mill, dental school, Nova, Dr. Terry, lobbying, litigation, Ovid Lewis, Ray Ferrero, David Rush, Dr. Melnick, North Miami, Fred Lippman, Southeastern, merger, Fort Lauderdale Oral School, accreditation, ABA, George Hanbury, City of Manager, Broward County, janitorial services, Service Employees International Union, Unico, President Feldman, Academical Village, hospital, North Broward Hospital District, The Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA), Certificate of Need, Wil Trower, …


Interview With Dr. Stanley R. Cohen - Vice Provost, Health Professions Division, Stanley R. Cohen Jun 2010

Interview With Dr. Stanley R. Cohen - Vice Provost, Health Professions Division, Stanley R. Cohen

Oral Histories of Nova Southeastern University

Health Professions Division, Southeastern College of Osteopathic Medicine (SECOM ) early history, Mort Terry, Arnold Melnick, pediatrician, administrator, faculty, Area Health Education Center (AHEC), Dr. Zucker, gross anatomy, microbiology, physiology, pathology, students, MCAT, community-based health centers, Bobby Auer, Physical Medicine, pharmacy, nursing school, accreditation, optometry, Howard Laubach, science labs, Joe Namey, Feldman, Physician Assistant, Nova, Fischler Educational Center, George Hanbury, Academical Village, syllabus, holistic medicine, Skinner, Ray Ferrero, Fred Lippman, dental school, vet school


Interview With Robert Bogorff - Nsu Archivist, Robert Bogorff Jun 2010

Interview With Robert Bogorff - Nsu Archivist, Robert Bogorff

Oral Histories of Nova Southeastern University

History of NSU

History of Libraries and Archives

R/V Gulfstream

Royal Dames of Nova University

Leo Goodwin Institute for Cancer Research