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Spectrum, Volume 36, Issue 2, Sacred Heart University Feb 2016

Spectrum, Volume 36, Issue 2, Sacred Heart University

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Highlights include: SHU's nursing study abroad program received an honorable mention from the Institute of International Education (HE) Andrew Heiskell Awards for Innovation in International Education --Zika virus spreads panic worldwide --Father David Buckles' departure --Students discuss campus-wide emails --Club spotlight: Real Estate Club --Now auditioning: SHU hip-hop crew --The 2015 Sacred Heart Pioneer football team and the men’s and women’s cross country team were both honored with the fall Northeast Conference (NEC) sportsmanship award --Men's and women's lacrosse looking for bounceback seasons --Sacred Heart alum Joshua Salah wins golf championship in Malaysia.


Spectrum, Volume 36, Issue 1, Sacred Heart University Feb 2016

Spectrum, Volume 36, Issue 1, Sacred Heart University

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Highlights include: On Jan. 13, GE, or General Electric, announced that it would move from its headquarters in Fairfield, Conn. to Boston, Mass. --Off-campus robbery prompts Safety Department reactions --Master of Science in Applied Psychology (MSAP) online program gains momentum --“SHU Rugger Plunge,” a polar bear plunge event, is being held to raise funds in support of the Wounded Warrior Project --Poetry Corner: “You” by Wendy Estavien --Twin Tides Clothing Company --Become your own character with Bitmoji --SHU improv troupe The Pioneer Players, formally known as The Awkward Handshakes --The Sacred Heart Band travels to Ireland during Winter Break --One …


Spectrum, Volume 35, Issue 9, Sacred Heart University Nov 2015

Spectrum, Volume 35, Issue 9, Sacred Heart University

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Highlights include: Gov. Dannel Malloy proposes raising the age of juvenile responsibility --SHU participates in The Veterans Integration to Academic Leadership, or VITAL, a program that works to provide healthcare and mental health support for returning veterans, while also helping them adjust to college and university lifestyles --Club Spotlight: SHU Sailing --SHU students compete in Federal Reserve Bank Challenge --New app, RydeHopper, is a ride sharing platform exclusive to college affiliates in Connecticut --"Twelfth Night",Theatre Arts newest program --SHU's band program --Ponging for Hunger brings athletes out for a good cause --Cross country teams compete at Northeast Regionals without injured …


Spectrum, Volume 35, Issue 8, Sacred Heart University Nov 2015

Spectrum, Volume 35, Issue 8, Sacred Heart University

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Highlights include: Pioneer purchase means big things -- Distressed children and infants international conference -- Civility lecture series -- SHU reacts to Spring Valley officer incident -- A dangerous habit, texting and driving -- Workouts with soul -- Unexpected changes to spring mission trips -- SAAC provides voice for student athletes -- Football drops third straight after loss to Duquesne


Spectrum, Volume 35, Issue 7, Sacred Heart University Nov 2015

Spectrum, Volume 35, Issue 7, Sacred Heart University

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Highlights include: Jack Welch College of Business named on Bloomberg's Best Business Schools of 2015 -- Sacred heart reacts to News 12 neighbor complaints -- SHU hosts writing workshop for student veterans and their families -- SHU responds to Halloween sexual assault on student -- Professor Jonas Zdanys named poet-in-residence -- New health-conscious grocery store opens in Fairfield -- SHU announces new American History Minor -- Gifford inducted into broadcasting and cable hall of fame -- Woman's gold ties for third at ST.Johns Invitational -- Fencing team prepare for a big season -- Wrestling team starts season


Spectrum, Volume 35, Issue 6, Sacred Heart University Oct 2015

Spectrum, Volume 35, Issue 6, Sacred Heart University

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Highlights include: Sacred Heart welcomes families for 25th annual family weekend --Graffiti walls and chalk are all part of a new gallery display located in SHU's Edgerton Art Gallery --Perspectives: Is Sacred Heart getting too big? --Poet's corner --Graduate Student Spotlight: Meaghan McGann --Veteran Spotlight: United States Marine Corps Sergeant Nicholas Quinzi --Deborah Noack named Director of Communications --Theatre Arts Program is preparing for their newest Little Theatre musical, “They’re Playing Our Song” --Men's rugby looking to win championship --Strength & conditioning coaches keep athletes primed to perform --Men’s and women’s basketball teams took part in the annual ‘SHU Hoops …


Spectrum, Volume 35, Issue 2, Sacred Heart University Sep 2015

Spectrum, Volume 35, Issue 2, Sacred Heart University

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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 …


Spectrum, Volume 35, Issue 1, Sacred Heart University Sep 2015

Spectrum, Volume 35, Issue 1, Sacred Heart University

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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 …


Spectrum, Volume 34, Issue 10, Sacred Heart University Apr 2015

Spectrum, Volume 34, Issue 10, Sacred Heart University

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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 Apr 2015

Spectrum, Volume 34, Issue 8, Sacred Heart University

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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


Spectrum, Volume 34, Issue 7, Sacred Heart University Mar 2015

Spectrum, Volume 34, Issue 7, Sacred Heart University

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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 Mar 2015

Spectrum, Volume 34, Issue 6, Sacred Heart University

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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 Mar 2015

Spectrum, Volume 34, Issue 5, Sacred Heart University

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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


Spectrum, Volume 34, Issue 4, Sacred Heart University Feb 2015

Spectrum, Volume 34, Issue 4, Sacred Heart University

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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


Spectrum, Volume 34, Issue 3, Sacred Heart University Feb 2015

Spectrum, Volume 34, Issue 3, Sacred Heart University

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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


Spectrum, Volume 34, Issue 2, Sacred Heart University Feb 2015

Spectrum, Volume 34, Issue 2, Sacred Heart University

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Highlights include: Reflecting on the Boston Bombing -- Advocacy, awareness and action committee -- New SHU culinary club -- The Oakdale theater a community staple - Snow cancellations -- New exhibit in Art and Design gallery -- Men's basketball sweep pair of weekend games


Spectrum, Volume 33, Issue 10, Sacred Heart University Dec 2014

Spectrum, Volume 33, Issue 10, Sacred Heart University

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Highlights include: New Dean in the College of Arts and Sciences -- Lambda Alpha Omega, a criminal justice based fraternity, joins campus -- New Director of physician's assistant program -- 4th annual campus-wide turkey drive held on campus -- Pros and cons of living at the Marriott hotel -- Chemistry department receives first phase of it's renovations -- SHU football loses to Fordham again in playoffs -- SHU football receiver sets school all time record in receiving a touchdown -- Ray Rice reinstated to NFL


Spectrum, Volume 33, Issue 9, Sacred Heart University Nov 2014

Spectrum, Volume 33, Issue 9, Sacred Heart University

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Highlights include: Sacred Heart football defeats Bryant taking home NEC trophy for second year in a row -- Students compete in New York College Fed Challenge, a competition between universities about economic forecasting -- Drugs, sexting, and partying seen in younger children with high school students partying like college kids -- 5th annual turkey drive sets high goals -- Sacred Heart welcomes new birthing simulator -- Choir hosts concert against bullying -- Both men's and woman's basketball start off their seasons with victories


Spectrum, Volume 33, Issue 8, Sacred Heart University Nov 2014

Spectrum, Volume 33, Issue 8, Sacred Heart University

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Highlights include: On Aug. 22, rising junior Kaitlyn Doohry was struck by a motor vehicle while walking to campus. In honor of Doohry, the H.W. Wilson Foundation has given Sacred Heart $100,000 to establish an endowed scholarship in her memory (photos) --The career center is revamping its social media sites as a way to better inform students of the services they can offer --Pete Davidson, the newest featured player on “Saturday Night Live” (SNL) was at SHU on Nov. 3 for a stand-up comedy performance held in the University Commons --This year, through the Volunteer office around 90 students will …


Spectrum, Volume 33, Issue 7, Sacred Heart University Nov 2014

Spectrum, Volume 33, Issue 7, Sacred Heart University

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Highlights include:Pioneer rower Jaclyn Smith wins Gold at the Head of the Charles Regatta --President Barack Obama visits Bridgeport --Kappa Phi sorority is going national and will be called Delta Zeta --Perspectives: Are we addicted to social media? --Campus Vote Project: website’s whose mission is to help college students work with administrators and local election officials to make the process of voting easier and overcome barriers students face voting --Athlete pre-game rituals --Digging Through the Directory: Dr. Steven Michels --Art Gallery exhibition: “102 Hours” and “6,115 Minutes.” - “An iconographic storytelling of the Boston Marathon bombing and the days that …


Spectrum, Volume 33, Issue 6, Sacred Heart University Oct 2014

Spectrum, Volume 33, Issue 6, Sacred Heart University

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Highlights include: Family weekend 2014 --Spectrum Exclusive: Interview with New York Yankees analyst Jack Curry, who talked to students in Rob Coloney’s sports broadcasting class --On Oct. 11, Professor Ralph Lim, SHU's associate professor of finance, made a guest appearance on an episode of Saturday Night Live (SNL) --Professor Marie Hulme, an English professor at SHU, has received national recognition in the prestigious Hackney Literary Awards, receiving third place for her short story “Special Romantics" --Digging Through the Directory: Dr. Richard Grigg --SHU's Wellness Center has launched the school’s new Virtual Women’s Center (VWC), an online resource for students and …


Spectrum, Volume 33, Issue 5, Sacred Heart University Oct 2014

Spectrum, Volume 33, Issue 5, Sacred Heart University

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Highlights include: "Women Can Have It All" series: Stacy Schieffelin, the founder and CEO of ybf(your best friend) beauty --“Go Play!” Parks Passport Program: Sacred Heart partners with Bridgeport Parks and Recreation to promote physical activity --SHU is launching a new master’s in finance and investment management degree starting fall 2015 --Perspectives: The ebola outbreak, by Ally D'Amico --Student blogger of the week: Julia Kennedy, “Rising Girlboss,” a website geared toward providing women with lifestyle tips and entertainment --How well do you know the SHU shield? --The Little Theater Presents “Almost, Maine” --Illustrations by Senior Art & Design major Maribel …


Spectrum, Volume 33, Issue 4, Sacred Heart University Oct 2014

Spectrum, Volume 33, Issue 4, Sacred Heart University

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Highlights include: SHU Safety Week --Makerbot 3D printer, housed in the Ryan Matura Library, is being implemented into Professor Enda McGovern’s Principles of Marketing course --New Freshman Fall in Rome (FFR) program collaborates with John Cabot University --Meal plan vs. Grocery shopping: What works for you? --Perspectives: The study abroad experience --Digging Through the Directory: Dr. Jeanine Andreassi --The graduate nursing program has received a grant of $682,940, the highest in the history of the program, to be used for financial aid for full and part time students --Food review: Archie Moore’s Bar and Restaurant --Book review by Natasha Klinoff: …


Spectrum, Volume 33, Issue 3, Sacred Heart University Oct 2014

Spectrum, Volume 33, Issue 3, Sacred Heart University

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Highlights include: Fresh Check Day is a day dedicated to raising awareness about depression and suicide across college campuses --New undergraduate major in Global Studies --Blackboard, WebAdvisor, and SHUsquare --Rob Gilmore shakes up 63’s as “Celebrity Chef" --SHU Spotlight Showcase gives students, faculty, and staff the opportunity to perform their own original pieces, covers, or poetry This event was founded by media studies professor Gregory Golda --SHU welcomed comedian Geoff Keith in the University Commons on September 25 --Tennis team opened up their season over the weekend of Sept. 20 at the Hofstra Invitational with a result of 14-14 --Women's …


Spectrum, Volume 33, Issue 2, Sacred Heart University Sep 2014

Spectrum, Volume 33, Issue 2, Sacred Heart University

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Highlights include: Vote! Class of 2018 elections --The construction in North Lot of a new dorm will take away 400 parking spots --The new academic building, recently named the Frank and Marisa Martire Business & Communications Center, is almost complete --Homecoming and Alumni Weekend (photos) --Meet new sorority members (portraits) --Student Blogger of the Week: Amanda Fontaine --Students volunteer at The Caroline House --Q&A with Dr. Christopher Kelly --SHU's improv group The Awkward Handshakes is not new to campus, but they are making a big step toward more visibility with their original YouTube series --TV's biggest rival: Netflix --“TheatreFest,” a …


Spectrum, Volume 33, Issue 1, Sacred Heart University Sep 2014

Spectrum, Volume 33, Issue 1, Sacred Heart University

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Highlights include: New mobile app: SHU Safe --Campus security updates --Renaming the administration building Melady Hall --Homesick? Stressed? Are you involved? --Students react to ...parking on campus --The Spectrum staff shares their favorite summer memories --Students take on the Dingle Oceanworld Aquarium (photos) --The controversial Yik Yak app --Getting to know Father Buckles --Saying goodbye to the king and queen of comedy --Sept. 15 students, faculty and beloved fans rushed to the Edgerton Center for the Performing Arts theater to see the iconic Ed Asner.--Coming off an NEC Championship season last year, the SHU Pioneer football team is off to …


Spectrum, Volume 32, Issue 11, Sacred Heart University Apr 2014

Spectrum, Volume 32, Issue 11, Sacred Heart University

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Highlights include: "Women Can Have It All": Linda and Stephanie McMahon speak to Welch Coiiege of Business --New minor in business developed specifically for students who are non-business majors --Cruisin' Through Senior Week activities --Senior perspectives --BuzzFeed --Students sing out at the 2nd annual Concert Against Bullying --Sixth annual Relay For Life fundraiser (photos) --Spring Fest 2014 --SHU L.O.V.E. pops concert --Men's lacrosse: Cody Marquis --Women's soccer: Alyssa Brandofino --Track and cross country: Brianna Castrogivanni --Sports Class of 2014.


Spectrum, Volume 32, Issue 10, Sacred Heart University Apr 2014

Spectrum, Volume 32, Issue 10, Sacred Heart University

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Highlights include: SHU prepares for 25th annual Discovery Gala to raise funds for student scholarships -- Puzzlethon aims to raise money for autism awareness -- Volunteer program's annual Easter basket drive -- CT minimum wage set to increase in 2017 --Honors students submit a project about how alcohol and stress can cause genetic changes that can affect future children -- Tavares Tuck receives Founders Award -- Mickey Rooney dies at 93 -- Volleyball loses in final two home games -- Sports management club hosts a showing of "Schooled: The Price of College Sports:


Spectrum, Volume 32, Issue 9, Sacred Heart University Apr 2014

Spectrum, Volume 32, Issue 9, Sacred Heart University

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Highlights include: Fashion Classes at Sacred Heart -- Counseling Center Offers QPR Classes -- S.T.A.T Hosts Alumni Panel -- Green SHUs “Green Week” -- New Black Rock Cafe hangout -- Students comment on the importance of sleep -- Animal Embassy Provides Unique Internship


Spectrum, Volume 32, Issue 8, Sacred Heart University Mar 2014

Spectrum, Volume 32, Issue 8, Sacred Heart University

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Highlights include: New SHU Customized Flags on Campus -- Brother Sean from Dingle Campus to Visit SHU -- SHU Grad Program in Game Design Ranked 17th in the Princeton Review -- New Art Hits SHU -- “Only Got 20 Dollars In My Pocket...” -- Alumni Authors Visit Sacred Heart