//www.cedarcrest.edu News, Events, and Interesting Facts en-us Tue, 18 Aug 2009 16:33:58 -0400 //blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss https://www.insidehighered.com/advice/2016/08/04/college-president-shares-career-lessons-she-has-learned-essay Carmen Twillie Ambar shares five pieces of advice for senior women administrators in the academy. news@cedarcrest.edu(Chelsea Roberts) https://www.insidehighered.com/advice/2016/08/04/college-president-shares-career-lessons-she-has-learned-essay Fri 05 Aug 2016 10:00:00 EST http://www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/62316_rac.shtm Co –Author Charles Butler will be at Cedar Crest College’s Rodale Aquatic Center on Wednesday, June 29 to sign copies on The Golden Rules: 10 Steps to World-Class Excellence in Your Life and Work. news@cedarcrest.edu(Chelsea Roberts) http://www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/62316_rac.shtm Tue 07 Jun 2016 10:00:00 EST http://www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/eventgalleries/reunion2016.shtm A fun and successful Reunion Weekend! news@cedarcrest.edu() http://www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/eventgalleries/reunion2016.shtm Tue 07 Jun 2016 10:00:00 EST http://www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/51916_sidekick.shtm One of the core values of Cedar Crest College and its students, is to serve the College, the Lehigh Valley and the global community. One way our students give back is through the College Admissions Mentoring Program (CAMP). news@cedarcrest.edu(Chelsea Roberts) http://www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/51916_sidekick.shtm Thu 19 May 2016 10:00:00 EST http://www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/51816_trotman.shtm Daniel Trotman graduated from the Cedar Crest College in 2015 with his BSW and graduated this month from Marywood University with his MSW. news@cedarcrest.edu(Chelsea Roberts) http://www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/51816_trotman.shtm Wed 18 May 2016 10:00:00 EST http://www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/42616_wildlife.shtm Teens attending deer, trout, grouse, bear and bass focused summer courses offered by the Wildlife Leadership Academy to earn college credit at Cedar Crest College. news@cedarcrest.edu(Chelsea Roberts) http://www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/42616_wildlife.shtm Wed 27 Apr 2016 10:00:00 EST http://www.cedarcrest.edu/asdgallery news@cedarcrest.edu(Chelsea Roberts) http://www.cedarcrest.edu/asdgallery Mon 03 Mar 2016 10:00:00 EST http://www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/32316_tenure.shtm Dr. Nancy King has been promoted to Associate Professor with tenure and Dr. Lawrence Quarino has been promoted to Professor. news@cedarcrest.edu(Chelsea Roberts) http://www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/32316_tenure.shtm Wed 23 Mar 2016 10:00:00 EST http://www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/31616_award.shtm Dr. Lucie Lapvosky was awarded the 2016 Donna Shavlik Women's Leadership Award at ACE2016, the American Council on Education's 98th Annual Meeting, in San Francisco on March 12, 2016. news@cedarcrest.edu(Chelsea Roberts) http://www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/31616_award.shtm Wed 16 Mar 2016 10:00:00 EST http://www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/31516_trustee.shtm Marshall Ackerman, former Cedar Crest College Trustee, passed away on the evening of Sunday, February 7th, 2016. news@cedarcrest.edu() http://www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/31516_trustee.shtm Tue 15 Mar 2016 10:00:00 EST http://mfa.cedarcrest.edu/graduate-to-publish-first-book/ All students in Cedar Crest College’s Master of Fine Arts in Creative Writing program have a goal of writing and publishing a book once they’ve graduated. news@cedarcrest.edu() http://mfa.cedarcrest.edu/graduate-to-publish-first-book/ Tues 23 Feb 2016 10:00:00 EST https://www.biddingforgood.com/auction/auctionhome.action?vhost=cccalumnaeauction Running February 16 - March 22, 2016 news@cedarcrest.edu() https://www.biddingforgood.com/auction/auctionhome.action?vhost=cccalumnaeauction Tues 16 Feb 2016 10:00:00 EST http://issuu.com/cedarcrestcollege1867/docs/ccc_-_fall_exchange_2015?e=19396115/32039867 See are most recent Exchange Magazine news@cedarcrest.edu() http://issuu.com/cedarcrestcollege1867/docs/ccc_-_fall_exchange_2015?e=19396115/32039867 Mon 21 Dec 2015 10:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/122115_students.shtm We are so proud of our students here at Cedar Crest College. And we’re not the only one’s… Students have been recognized by their local communities for their outstanding accomplishments. news@cedarcrest.edu(Chelsea Roberts) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/122115_students.shtm Mon 21 Dec 2015 10:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/education/120815_klop.shtm The Education Department of Cedar Crest College presents an annual award to recognize excellence in teaching. news@cedarcrest.edu(Chelsea Roberts) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/education/120815_klop.shtm Wed 09 Dec 2015 10:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/12315_winter.shtm This winter at Cedar Crest College, there will be an assorted offering of courses ranging from Mind-Body Medicine to Basic Drawing! news@cedarcrest.edu(Chelsea Roberts) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/12315_winter.shtm Thu 03 Dec 2015 10:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/nursing/10915_msn.shtm Starting with the spring 2016 semester, Cedar Crest College will offer its successful Master of Science in Nursing degree program online. news@cedarcrest.edu(Chelsea Roberts) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/nursing/10915_msn.shtm Fri 09 Oct 2015 10:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/11215_donor.shtm Thank you to the many generous donors who supported Cedar Crest College during the 2014/2015 fiscal year, between July 1, 2014 - June 30, 2015. Your generous support directly impacts our students everyday. news@cedarcrest.edu(Lori Gillio) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/11215_donor.shtm Mon 02 Nov 2015 10:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/111615_france.shtm We have all been closely watching the tragic events in Paris and send our deepest sympathies to friends and colleagues impacted by this terrible occurrence. news@cedarcrest.edu(Carmen Ambar) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/111615_france.shtm Tue 17 Nov 2015 10:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/psychology/91515_micah.shtm Dr. Micah Sadigh will doing what he does best at the CREW (Commercial Real Estate Women Network) Lehigh Valley Legacy Summit—sharing his insights and knowledge with the community. news@cedarcrest.edu(Chelsea Roberts) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/psychology/91515_micah.shtm Tue 15 Sep 2015 10:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/91115_love.shtm Alumna and author, Susan Love and illustrator and animator Patrick Harrington will be on campus Wednesday, September 23 from 3:00 - 5:00 p.m. in TCC 1867. news@cedarcrest.edu(Chelsea Roberts) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/91115_love.shtm Fri 11 Sep 2015 10:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/9315_run.shtm Referred to as the “happiest 5k on the planet,” The Shine Tour has events in more than 50 countries. The Color Run will take place in the Lehigh Valley on Saturday, October 24, 2015. news@cedarcrest.edu(Chelsea Roberts) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/9315_run.shtm Thu 03 Sep 2015 10:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/eventgalleries/welcomeback15.shtm Welcome Back Cedar Crest Students! news@cedarcrest.edu(Chelsea Roberts) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/eventgalleries/welcomeback15.shtm Mon 31 Aug 2015 10:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/eventgalleries/orientation2015.shtm Welcome Class of 2019! news@cedarcrest.edu(Chelsea Roberts) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/eventgalleries/orientation2015.shtm Wed 26 Aug 2015 10:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/82515_orient.shtm On Friday, August 21, 2015, Cedar Crest College’s incoming class of 2019 took over downtown Allentown for the college’s annual Day of Service. news@cedarcrest.edu(Chelsea Roberts) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/82515_orient.shtm Tue 25 Aug 2015 10:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/performing_arts/80515_tap.shtm Cedar Crest College is hosting the Tap Ties Dance and Fitness Festival August 16 through 19. news@cedarcrest.edu(Chelsea Roberts) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/performing_arts/80515_tap.shtm Wed 05 Aug 2015 10:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/80515_dolly.shtm On Thursday, July 23, Dolly Singly and Calley Taylor led two workshops at the 2015 Pennsylvania Community on Transition Conference – Navigating the Road to Success at the Penn Stater Conference Center in State College, Pa. news@cedarcrest.edu(Chelsea Roberts) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/80515_dolly.shtm Wed 05 Aug 2015 10:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/biological_sciences/62315_cigliano.shtm Dr. John Cigliano discussed ocean acidification and the dissolving oceans on Wednesday, July 15, at Schoodic Institute at Acadia National Park and Penobscot East Resource Center. news@cedarcrest.edu(Chelsea Roberts) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/biological_sciences/62315_cigliano.shtm Mon 29 Jun 2015 10:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/61215_onlinepsy.shtm Cedar Crest College School of Adult and Graduate Education student can now choose between online study, on-site study and blended study (a combination of online and on-site) when pursuing their applied psychology degree. news@cedarcrest.edu(Chelsea Roberts) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/61215_onlinepsy.shtm Fri 12 Jun 2015 10:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/ia/videostopgo.shtm To count toward this year's goal, credit card gifts must be made online by midnight on June 30, 2015. Checks must be dated on or before June 30, 2015 and mailed to Cedar Crest College, 100 College Drive, Allentown, PA 18104. news@cedarcrest.edu(Lori Gilio) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/ia/videostopgo.shtm Mon 29 Jun 2015 10:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/61115_online.shtm Affordable Colleges Online, an authoritative resource dedicated to online learning and college affordability, has published its annual rankings of the Best In State Online Colleges for 2015. news@cedarcrest.edu(Chelsea Roberts) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/61115_online.shtm Thu 11 Jun 2015 10:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/52715_woi.shtm Woven Welcome is a community-based art project featured at the Allentown Art Museum that utilizes weaving as a way to connect individuals and groups through the creative process. news@cedarcrest.edu(Chelsea Roberts) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/52715_woi.shtm Wed 27 May 2015 10:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/art/50815_jill.shtm Lehigh Valley Business honored 25 Women of Influence as well as three special category winners on May 19, 2015 at Cedar Crest College. Honorees are from within the Greater Lehigh Valley and were recognized for their contributions to their companies, industries and local communities news@cedarcrest.edu(Chelsea Roberts) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/art/50815_jill.shtm Fri 08 May 2015 10:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/5515_book.shtm Cedar Crest College Sophomore and Falcon Tennis player Rebekkah Parsons (Berwick, PA/Berwick Area) recently achieved something that no other student-athlete at Cedar Crest College has done this year. news@cedarcrest.edu(Chelsea Roberts) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/5515_book.shtm Tue 05 May 2015 10:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/42315_summer.shtm This summer at Cedar Crest College, there will be an assorted offering of courses ranging from Beatles and Bob Dylan in the 60’s to Food and Culture! news@cedarcrest.edu //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/42315_summer.shtm Thu 23 Apr 2015 10:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/42715_hw.shtm The 12th Annual Health, Wellness and Research Conference will be held on Tuesday, April 28 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. in Tompkins College Center on the 2nd and 3rd floor. news@cedarcrest.edu //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/42715_hw.shtm Mon 27 Apr 2015 10:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/education/51815_nancy.shtm On May 6, Cedar Crest College Assistant Professor and Chair of the Education Department, Nancy King, received the Colonial Association of Reading Educators (CARE) Celebrate Literacy Award for 2015 at the Celebrate Literacy Dinner. news@cedarcrest.edu(Chelsea Roberts) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/education/51815_nancy.shtm Fri 08 May 2015 10:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/social_work/42315_pa.shtm The National Association of Social Workers, Pennsylvania Chapter (NASW-PA), including Cedar Crest College Social Work students, held its annual Legislative Advocacy Day in Harrisburg on April 14th. More than 700 social work students and professionals visited nearly 200 members of the General Assembly to discuss legislation impacting the social work profession and social service delivery. news@cedarcrest.edu //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/social_work/42315_pa.shtm Thu 23 Apr 2015 10:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/biological_sciences/42315_andre.shtm Dr. André Walther, Associate Professor of Biological Sciences at Cedar Crest College, served as the Program Chair for the 91st Annual Meeting of the Pennsylvania Academy of Sciences held at Lebanon Valley College. news@cedarcrest.edu //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/biological_sciences/42315_andre.shtm Thu 23 Apr 2015 10:00:00 EST //www.germmagazine.com/cedar-crest-college-emphasizing-womens-leadership/ Germ Magazine news@cedarcrest.edu //www.germmagazine.com/cedar-crest-college-emphasizing-womens-leadership/ Fri 17 Apr 2015 10:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/english/41515_iggy.shtm On Thursday, April 23, 2015 from 7 to 8 p.m., Iggy McGovern, poet and physicist at Trinity College, Dublin, will give a poetry reading followed by a book signing, both open to the public, in the Harmon Hall of Peace at Cedar Crest College. news@cedarcrest.edu(Chelsea Roberts) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/english/41515_iggy.shtm Wed 15 Apr 2015 10:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/biological_sciences/42215_zoo.shtm Dr. John Cigliano, Associate Professor of Biology and Director of Biodiversity and Conservation Biology Program at Cedar Crest College sits on Lehigh Valley Zoological Society’s Board of Directors. news@cedarcrest.edu //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/biological_sciences/42215_zoo.shtm Tue 22 Apr 2015 10:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/41015_jazz.shtm Cedar Crest College is a proud sponsor of the first JazzFest to be brought to Allentown, Pa. The festival will run April 28 through May 3 at venues throughout downtown Allentown and will draw music fans from across the region. The 2015 Allentown JazzFest will bring some of the world’s best and most sought after jazz, neo-soul and rock musicians to the Lehigh Valley. news@cedarcrest.edu(Chelsea Roberts) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/41015_jazz.shtm Fri 10 Apr 2014 10:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/41015_heros.shtm Lehigh Valley Business’ Healthcare Heroes award ceremony will be held on Tuesday, April 14, at DeSales University. Cedar Crest College is proud to have an alumna, Emily Stephens, and a current student, David Hersh, as finalists at this year’s ceremony. news@cedarcrest.edu(Chelsea Roberts) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/41015_heros.shtm Fri 10 Apr 2014 10:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/nursing/4915_dean.shtm Dr. Donna Havens, graduate of Cedar Crest College’s Nursing program, was just named the 3rd Most Influential Dean of Nursing by Mometrix. news@cedarcrest.edu(Chelsea Roberts) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/nursing/4915_dean.shtm Thu 09 Apr 2014 10:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/nursing/4615_Kelley.shtm A few weeks ago, Cedar Crest College junior, Jessica Kelley, received a call from Nursing Professor, Rebecca Seaman, regarding her academic performance. Kelley, who works as a Student nurse in a med-surge unit at the Lehigh Valley Hospital, was unsuspecting of what Seaman was going to say. Seaman recognized Kelley’s dedication to the profession and wished to nominate her for the Student Nurse Award, given by the Lehigh Valley Health Network. news@cedarcrest.edu(Victoria Brobst) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/nursing/4615_Kelley.shtm Mon 06 Apr 2014 10:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/4615_leadercast.shtm Would you like to attend an amazing leadership event that includes lessons from Nobel Laureate Malala Yousafzai, a navy seal, and best-selling authors, among many others? news@cedarcrest.edu(Chelsea Roberts) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/4615_leadercast.shtm Mon 23 March 2014 10:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/communication/33015_kaylah.shtm Senior Communications: New Media major, Kaylah Baylor is organizing Cedar Crest College’s first ever Queer Week. The four day celebration of Queer awareness and visibility is the central component of their Senior Capstone project. news@cedarcrest.edu(Kaylah Baylor) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/communication/33015_kaylah.shtm Mon 23 March 2014 10:00:00 EST //wdiy.org/post/president-cedar-crest-college-lv-discourse Cedar Crest College President Carmen Ambar joins host Sally Handlon to share the exciting accomplishments that Cedar Crest has achieved, especially in the last two years, as they lead up to their 150th anniversary in 2017. news@cedarcrest.edu(Chelsea Roberts) //wdiy.org/post/president-cedar-crest-college-lv-discourse Tue 24 Mar 2014 10:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/communication/32315_emily.shtm Eleven hundred college students commit suicide each year, according to Active Minds, a campus-based organization focusing on mental health stigma. These students thought that they had nowhere to turn to, because the stigma is so great that a student may feel that there is no hope. news@cedarcrest.edu(Emily Baxter) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/communication/32315_emily.shtm Mon 23 March 2014 10:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/31115_woi.shtm Lehigh Valley Business will honor 25 Women of Influence as well as three special category winners on May 19, 2015 at Cedar Crest College. Honorees are from within the Greater Lehigh Valley and are being recognized for their contributions to their companies, industries and local communities. news@cedarcrest.edu(Chelsea Roberts) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/31115_woi.shtm Wed 11 March 2014 10:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/communication/32315_emily.shtm Eleven hundred college students commit suicide each year, according to Active Minds, a campus-based organization focusing on mental health stigma. These students thought that they had nowhere to turn to, because the stigma is so great that a student may feel that there is no hope. news@cedarcrest.edu(Emily Baxter) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/communication/32315_emily.shtm Mon 23 March 2014 10:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/womensleadership/32315_ulc.shtm The Undergraduate Leadership Certificate at Cedar Crest College is an academic series of courses and a leadership action project designed for women who want to prepare themselves for a leadership role in society. news@cedarcrest.edu(Chelsea Roberts) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/womensleadership/32315_ulc.shtm Mon 23 March 2014 10:00:00 EST https://www.biddingforgood.com/auction/auctionhome.action?vhost=cccalumnaeauction From February 17 - March 24, 2015, the Cedar Crest College Alumnae Association will be running an online auction to benefit our organization! news@cedarcrest.edu(Chelsea Roberts) https://www.biddingforgood.com/auction/auctionhome.action?vhost=cccalumnaeauction Tue 17 Jan 2014 10:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/english/318115_book.shtm Preterite, the literary club at Cedar Crest College, is hosting its annual book drive. Books can be dropped off in the boxes located around campus as well as in the Hartzel Hall lobby. news@cedarcrest.edu(Chelsea Roberts) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/english/318115_book.shtm Wed 18 March 2014 10:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/communication/31815_fae.shtm According to the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism, more than 80 percent of college students drink alcohol, and almost half of college students report binge drinking in the past two weeks. news@cedarcrest.edu(Chelsea Roberts) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/communication/31815_fae.shtm Wed 18 March 2014 10:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/31215_plen.shtm Cedar Crest College student, Tina O’Toole, recently attended the PLEN (Public Leadership Education Network) seminar, Unlocking Nonprofit Careers. She has shared a blog post about her experience and how it taught her to be a stronger leader as well as better advocate and pursue her passions in life. news@cedarcrest.edu(Chelsea Roberts) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/31215_plen.shtm Thu 12 March 2014 10:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/31115_woi.shtm Lehigh Valley Business will honor 25 Women of Influence as well as three special category winners on May 19, 2015 at Cedar Crest College. Honorees are from within the Greater Lehigh Valley and are being recognized for their contributions to their companies, industries and local communities. news@cedarcrest.edu(Chelsea Roberts) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/31115_woi.shtm Wed 11 March 2014 10:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/31115_baseball.shtm In January of 2015, Cedar Crest alum, Gabrielle Augustine, tried out for the USA Baseball Women’s National Team, which was be followed by a multi-event selection process approved by the U.S. Olympic Committee. Augustine has been announced as a finalist for top 36 player roster. news@cedarcrest.edu(Chelsea Roberts) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/31115_baseball.shtm Wed 11 March 2014 10:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/31015_21.shtm Janine Mathesz has been chosen to be the school leader (principal) at Allentown’s new high school, Building 21, which will open fall of 2015. Mathesz graduated from Cedar Crest College and has also worked at Cedar Crest as a math professor. news@cedarcrest.edu(Chelsea Roberts) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/31015_21.shtm Tue 10 March 2014 10:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/30315_womens.shtm Cedar Crest College has been ranked 13th among the Top 40 women’s colleges in the United States, making it one of only three Pennsylvania schools to be recognized by College Choice Magazine, an independent online publication dedicated to helping students and their families find the right college. news@cedarcrest.edu(Chelsea Roberts) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/30315_womens.shtm Tue 03 March 2014 10:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/eventgalleries/mbaLaunch.shtm Cedar Crest College formally announced the new MBA program during a networking cocktail reception event on Thursday, February 26 at the new Renaissance Hotel Allentown from 5 – 7 p.m. The event was co-sponsored by the Greater Lehigh Valley Chamber of Commerce news@cedarcrest.edu(Chelsea Roberts) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/eventgalleries/mbaLaunch.shtm Fri 27 Jan 2014 10:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/22615_sing.shtm Taylor Robbins, Southmoreland High School senior, has been chosen to sing that national anthem at the WPIAL basketball championships on Friday, February 27, 2015 at the University of Pittsburg’s Peterson Event Center. news@cedarcrest.edu(Chelsea Roberts) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/22615_sing.shtm Fri 27 Jan 2014 10:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/22415_womens.shtm Presented by Cedar Crest College, Women’s Business Council, and United Way of Lehigh Valley, this year’s Lehigh Valley Women’s Summit will be held on June 9, 2015 from 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at Cedar Crest College. news@cedarcrest.edu(Chelsea Roberts) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/22415_womens.shtm Tues 24 Feb 2014 10:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/nutrition/22415_martine.shtm Dr. Martine I. Scannavino has been awarded the 2015 Outstanding Dietetics Educator (ODE) Award by the Nutrition and Dietetic Educators and Preceptors (NDEP) Area Six Regional Practice Group. At Cedar Crest College, Scannavino is an Associate Professor, the Director of the Didactic Program in Dietetics, and the Chair of the Department of Nutrition. news@cedarcrest.edu(Chelsea Roberts) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/nutrition/22415_martine.shtm Tues 24 Feb 2014 10:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/22015_career.shtm The Women’s Health Fair will be held at the Renaissance Hotel in Allentown on February 24, 2015, from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. news@cedarcrest.edu(Chelsea Roberts) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/22015_career.shtm Fri 20 Feb 2014 10:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/21815_fair.shtm The Women’s Health Fair will be held at the Renaissance Hotel in Allentown on February 24, 2015, from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. news@cedarcrest.edu(Chelsea Roberts) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/21815_fair.shtm Wed 18 Feb 2014 10:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/biological_sciences/13015_walther.shtm Cedar Crest College Biological Science Associate Professor, Dr. Andre Walther, and research collaborator, Stuart Haring, had a research paper entitled: “The DNA Damage Response and Checkpoint Adaptation in Saccharomyces cerevisiae : Distinct Roles for the Replication Protein A2 (Rfa2) N-Terminus” accepted for publication in the peer-reviewed journal Genetics. news@cedarcrest.edu(Chelsea Roberts) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/biological_sciences/13015_walther.shtm Fri 30 Jan 2014 10:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/art/12815_woven.shtm WOVEN WELCOME is a community-based art project that utilizes weaving as a way to connect individuals and groups through the creative process. The project kicks off on Sunday, February 1,noon until 4 p.m., when looms will be set up inside the Allentown Art Museum. news@cedarcrest.edu(Chelsea Roberts) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/art/12815_woven.shtm Wed 28 Jan 2014 10:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/performing_arts/12815_jess.shtm Jess Minor is a student at Cedar Crest College with dreams of making a difference in the world. Directing “Out Of Sight: Stop the Stigma. Start a Conversation.” is her chance to utilize her interests in technical theatre and communications. news@cedarcrest.edu(Chelsea Roberts) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/performing_arts/12815_jess.shtm Wed 28 Jan 2014 10:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/nutrition/12315_martine.shtm Dr. Scannavino Joins the Review Committee for the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics’ Professional Skills Review Tool and Student Exam Preparation Study Guide news@cedarcrest.edu(Chelsea Roberts) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/nutrition/12315_martine.shtm Fri 23 Jan 2014 10:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/eventgalleries/mlk2015.shtm On January 19, 2015, the country honored Dr. Martin Luther King. Jr. by encouraging participation in a Day of Service. news@cedarcrest.edu(Chelsea Roberts) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/eventgalleries/mlk2015.shtm Tue 20 Jan 2014 10:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/art/11215_mural.shtm Cedar Crest College art major, Areli Pellegrino, was given the opportunity to paint a mural in the Cancer Support Community of the Greater Lehigh Valley (CSCGLV) headquarters. news@cedarcrest.edu(Chelsea Roberts) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/art/11215_mural.shtm Mon 12 Jan 2014 10:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/forensic_science/10815_symp.shtm On March 28th, 2015 the Forensic Science Student Organization (FSSO) will hold the 13th Annual Forensic Science Symposium. news@cedarcrest.edu(Janine Kishbaugh) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/forensic_science/10815_symp.shtm Thu 08 Jan 2014 10:00:00 EST //www.baltimoresun.com/news/maryland/harford/abingdon/ph-ag-breonna-lewis-video-1231-20150106-story.html Cedar Crest College basketball player Breonna Lewis, who hails from Harford County, has a prominent role in a video made to promote her school, a video inspired by the recent Nike "Together" commercial featuring NBA star LeBron James. news@cedarcrest.edu(Greg Vossler) //www.baltimoresun.com/news/maryland/harford/abingdon/ph-ag-breonna-lewis-video-1231-20150106-story.html Wed 07 Jan 2014 10:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/togetherVideo.shtm This video was inspired by Nike's Lebron James Together commercial. news@cedarcrest.edu(Chelsea Roberts) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/togetherVideo.shtm Mon 29 Dec 2014 10:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/forensic_science/121114_ascld.shtm Cedar Crest College Forensic Science Professor, Elana Conant, has been selected as the Leadership Instructor for the American Society of Crime Laboratory Directors (ASCLD) Leadership Academy: Training Forensic Leaders for Excellence. news@cedarcrest.edu(Chelsea Roberts) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/forensic_science/121114_ascld.shtm Thu 11 Dec 2014 10:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/biological_sciences/121114_john.shtm Dr. John Cigliano, Professor of Biology and Director of Biodiversity and Conservation at Cedar Crest College, is now a Review Editor for Marine Conservation and Sustainability, a specialty section of the open-access, peer-reviewed journal, Frontiers in Marine Science. Frontiers is at the forefront of building the ultimate Open Science platform. news@cedarcrest.edu(Chelsea Roberts) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/biological_sciences/121114_john.shtm Thu 11 Dec 2014 10:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/12814_workshops.shtm The School of Adult and Graduate Education is offering a series of free workshops to help ease students’ transition to taking college courses. These practical workshops are designed to help prepare students for taking a class online, brushing up on study techniques, or managing time effectively to fit college courses into busy schedules. news@cedarcrest.edu(Chelsea Roberts) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/12814_workshops.shtm Mon 08 Dec 2014 10:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/art/pdf/ArtDepartmentNewsletterF14.pdf news@cedarcrest.edu(Chelsea Roberts) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/art/pdf/ArtDepartmentNewsletterF14.pdf Fri 05 Dec 2014 10:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/education/111814_klop.shtm The Education Department of Cedar Crest College presents an annual award to recognize excellence in teaching. The Exemplary Teacher Award is named for Howard L. Klopp, a former education professor and chair of the Education Department. news@cedarcrest.edu(Chelsea Roberts) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/education/111814_klop.shtm Mon 18 Nov 2014 10:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/nursing/111414_test.shtm The Nursing department at Cedar Crest College has received the annual NCLEX pass rates from the National Council of State Boards of Nursing. On behalf of the very hardworking nursing faculty, news@cedarcrest.edu(Chelsea Roberts) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/nursing/111414_test.shtm Fri 14 Nov 2014 10:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/111414_ann.shtm Cedar Crest College is proud to celebrate the inauguration of alumna Ann Bieber as the fifth president of Lehigh County Community College. President Bieber is a graduate of Cedar Crest's School of Adult and Graduate Education. news@cedarcrest.edu(Chelsea Roberts) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/111414_ann.shtm Fri 14 Nov 2014 10:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/forensic_science/111014_teams.shtm At the 40th annual meeting of the Northeastern Association of Forensic Scientists held this past week in Hershey, Cedar Crest College Forensic Science students won 7 out of 8 academic awards that the organization gives each meeting. news@cedarcrest.edu(Chelsea Roberts) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/forensic_science/111014_teams.shtm Mon 10 Nov 2014 10:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/11414_book.shtm Cedar Crest College is excited to celebrate the books of two very talented professors, Dr. Allen Richardson and Dr. Micah Sadigh. news@cedarcrest.edu(Chelsea Roberts) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/11414_book.shtm Tue 04 Nov 2014 10:00:00 EST https://www.facebook.com/CedarCrestCollege Cedar Crest gets into the ghostly spirit! news@cedarcrest.edu(Paul Pastrone) https://www.facebook.com/CedarCrestCollege Mon 31 Oct 2014 10:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/eventgalleries/trunkortreat.shtm Cedar Crest's Trick or Treating event open to the community. news@cedarcrest.edu(Paul Pastrone) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/eventgalleries/trunkortreat.shtm Wed,29 Oct 2014 10:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/102414_cta.shtm Cedar Crest College President Ambar has recently been recognized by Governor Tom Corbett and First Lady, Susan Corbett, as a Distinguished Daughter of Pennsylvania. news@cedarcrest.edu(Chelsea Roberts) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/102414_cta.shtm Fri, 24 Oct 2014 10:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/102414_ring.shtm It’s that time of year for one of Cedar Crest College’s many traditions; the Junior Class Ring Ceremony. news@cedarcrest.edu(Chelsea Roberts) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/102414_ring.shtm Fri, 24 Oct 2014 10:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/101014_family.shtm So here's a little background about me, Trish; I'm a senior in the Social Work program here at Cedar Crest. I work three jobs on campus. I'm busier than I ever imagined in my senior year with an internship, work and classes, but somehow I'm managing to find the time to tell you the story of how it feels to be an intern and what I hope to get out of this experience. news@cedarcrest.edu(Paul Pastrone) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/101014_family.shtm Fri, 10 Oct 2014 10:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/social_work/10814_tricia.shtm Cedar Crest College presents the In Our Family exhibit from October 4 thru October 30 in the Cressman Library. news@cedarcrest.edu(Paul Pastrone) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/social_work/10814_tricia.shtm Fri, 10 Oct 2014 10:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/eventgalleries/fallfamily14.shtm Cedar Crest's wild west themed Fall Family Weekend was a root'n-toot'n good time! news@cedarcrest.edu(Paul Pastrone) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/eventgalleries/fallfamily14.shtm Wed, 01 Oct 2014 10:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/101514_treat.shtm Trunk or Treat was created as a fun, safe, and convenient way for children and families to Trick or Treat. news@cedarcrest.edu(Chelsea Roberts) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/101514_treat.shtm Wed, 15 Oct 2014 10:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/performing_arts/10114_speech.shtm The Cedar Crest Forensic Speech Team (A.K.A. The Forensicators) competed at it's first tournament of the season, traveling to Liberty University, in Lynchburg, Virginia. If the results from this weekend are any indicator, this season promises to be an EXPLOSIVE one for The Forensicators! news@cedarcrest.edu(Tim Brown) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/performing_arts/10114_speech.shtm Wed, 01 Oct 2014 10:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/performing_arts/92414_class.shtm The Performing Arts Department, in conjunction with the Department of Nursing, is excited to announce a new course offering for Spring 2015, Healthcare Theatre- Simulated Healthcare Performers (THS 222, LAC- 3 credits). news@cedarcrest.edu(Joanna Whitney) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/performing_arts/92414_class.shtm Wed, 24 Sep 2014 10:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/92314_hbo.shtm Cedar Crest College on John Oliver's "Last Week Tonight" on HBO? He wasn't talking about us, but our logo did appear on screen during a segment about scholarships available to Miss America Pageant winners. news@cedarcrest.edu(Paul Pastrone) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/92314_hbo.shtm Wed, 24 Sep 2014 10:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/91714_audra.shtm In recognition of her work, Audra Kahr received the Lehigh Valley Business’ 2014 CFO of the Year Awards in the category of large non-profits (25 or more employees). news@cedarcrest.edu(Jill Odegaard) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/91714_audra.shtm Wed, 17 Sep 2014 10:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/art/91014_bowls.shtm Cedar Crest College Center for Visual Research will showcase an exhibition of text, forms and images, created by LouAnn Muhm and Tiffany Besonen. This exhibition, titled “Reassurances: Incantation Bowls, Reimagined” will be on display from September 12 – October 17, 2014. news@cedarcrest.edu(Jill Odegaard) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/art/91014_bowls.shtm Mon, 08 Sep 2014 10:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/90814_fridays.shtm It’s hotter than surface-of-the-sun-hot, but that doesn’t stop freshman Kayla Iannizzotto from enjoying the second “Fun Feast Friday” of the semester with hot dogs, nachos, and lawn games. news@cedarcrest.edu(Emily Baxter) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/90814_fridays.shtm Mon, 08 Sep 2014 10:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/nursing/90514_chair.shtm Cedar Crest College has named Wendy J. Robb PhD. RN. CNE to its newly funded $1.25 million Hazel and Walter May Endowed Chair for Excellence in Nursing. news@cedarcrest.edu(Paul Pastrone) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/nursing/90514_chair.shtm Fri, 05 Sep 2014 10:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/90414_Ty.shtm Cedar Crest College has announced Tyron Taylor will serve as Interim Director of Athletics beginning September 5, 2014. news@cedarcrest.edu(Paul Pastrone) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/90414_Ty.shtm Thu, 04 Sep 2014 10:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/93014_science.shtm Cedar Crest College has announced Tyron Taylor will serve as Interim Director of Athletics beginning September 5, 2014. news@cedarcrest.edu(Greg Vossler) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/93014_science.shtm Wed, 03 Sep 2014 10:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/82514_als.shtm The ALS Challenge has been a success in raising needed funds and awareness about this disease and the Cedar Crest community was quick to participate. news@cedarcrest.edu(Paul Pastrone) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/82514_als.shtm Fri, 29 Aug 2014 10:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/eventgalleries/welcomeback14.shtm news@cedarcrest.edu(Paul Pastrone) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/eventgalleries/welcomeback14.shtm Fri, 29 Aug 2014 10:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/82014_lauren.shtm Cedar Crest College’s assistant director of student activities, Lauren Condon ’08, has been named one of the Lehigh Valley’s Finest Under Forty by the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation. news@cedarcrest.edu(Laura Powers) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/82014_lauren.shtm Wed, 20 Aug 2014 10:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/81814_provost.shtm Cedar Crest College announced that Robert Wilson, Ph.D. will serve as the institution's new associate provost. Dr. Wilson is currently an associate professor of English and the administrative director of the Pan-European MFA in Creative Writing program. . news@cedarcrest.edu(Laura Powers) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/81814_provost.shtm Mon, 18 Aug 2014 10:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/biological_sciences/81414_faust.shtm This summer, Cedar Crest College student Lindsay Faust '15 received first prize for her poster presentation on her research done through the Microbiology, Infectious Disease and Public Health program at Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU). news@cedarcrest.edu(Laura Powers) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/biological_sciences/81414_faust.shtm Thu, 14 Aug 2014 10:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/81414_ironman.shtm On Sunday, July 27, more than 2,800 men and women participated in the annual Ironman triathlon in Lake Placid, N.Y. news@cedarcrest.edu(Laura Powers) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/81414_ironman.shtm Thu, 14 Aug 2014 10:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/80714_audra.shtm Since 2010, Cedar Crest College Chief Financial Officer, Audra Kahr, has helped continue the College’s growth as an institution, both financially and programmatically. news@cedarcrest.edu(Laura Powers) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/80714_audra.shtm Thu, 07 Aug 2014 10:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/62514_marlo.shtm VIDEO: A great overview of the 2014 Lehigh Valley Women's Summit featuring keynote speaker Marlo Thomas news@cedarcrest.edu(Paul Pastrone) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/62514_marlo.shtm Wed, 25 Jun 2014 10:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/alumnae/61314_award.shtm Since 1970, the Alumnae Association has bestowed its highest honor on seventy-seven alumnae who exemplify the positive contributions that Cedar Crest graduates make through their careers, volunteer work and family life. news@cedarcrest.edu(Laura Powers) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/alumnae/61314_award.shtm Fri, 13 Jun 2014 10:00:00 EST //mfa.cedarcrest.edu/2014-bocas-prize-for-caribbean-literature-awarded-to-mfa-faculty-author/ Robert Antoni, a faculty member in Cedar Crest College’s Pan-European MFA in Creative writing, is the recipient of the 2014 Bocas Prize for Caribbean Literature for his novel As Flies to Whatless Boys. news@cedarcrest.edu(Laura Powers) //mfa.cedarcrest.edu/2014-bocas-prize-for-caribbean-literature-awarded-to-mfa-faculty-author/ Wed, 04 Jun 2014 10:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/52914_trustees.shtm On Thursday, May 8 Cedar Crest Board of Trustees member, Susan Everitt Hudgins ’64, concluded her term as Chair and passed the gavel to Rear Admiral David Keller, Supply Corps, USN (retired). news@cedarcrest.edu(Laura Powers) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/52914_trustees.shtm Thu, 29 May 2014 10:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/psychology/52114_bronze.shtm USA Field Hockey will induct a new class of Hall of Fame members on June 28 at Spooky Nook Sports in Lancaster, Pa. Included in the 2014 list of inductees is the 1984 U.S. Women’s Olympic Field Hockey Team of which Cedar Crest Psychology Professor Diane Moyer is a member. The team won a bronze medal that year, making them the first United States team to win an Olympic medal in women’s field hockey. news@cedarcrest.edu(Laura Powers) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/psychology/52114_bronze.shtm Wed, 21 May 2014 10:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/biological_sciences/51914_bioOlympics.shtm In April, fifteen area high schools participated in Cedar Crest College’s 32nd Annual Biology Olympics, where students participated in various scholastic events that included a scavenger hunt, tests, and trivia. news@cedarcrest.edu(Laura Powers) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/biological_sciences/51914_bioOlympics.shtm Mon, 19 May 2014 10:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/global/51914_gilman.shtm Cedar Crest College student, Jessica Witkowski '15, is the recipient of the Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship. news@cedarcrest.edu(Laura Powers) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/global/51914_gilman.shtm Mon, 19 May 2014 10:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/eventgalleries/commencement2014.shtm Congratulations Class of 2014! news@cedarcrest.edu(Laura Powers) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/eventgalleries/commencement2014.shtm Tue, 14 May 2014 10:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/51214_mason.shtm “I cannot wait, I’m so excited,” said Cedar Crest nursing student, Alyson Mason ’14 when asked how she feels about graduation. news@cedarcrest.edu(Laura Powers) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/51214_mason.shtm Mon, 12 May 2014 10:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/51214_salgado.shtm During her final year at Lehigh Carbon Community College, Lauren Salgado ’14 said she attended a lecture by Cedar Crest Psychology Professor Micah Sadigh, Ph.D., an event that inspired her to apply to Cedar Crest’s psychology program and enroll after completing her associate’s degree. news@cedarcrest.edu(Laura Powers) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/51214_salgado.shtm Mon, 12 May 2014 10:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/43014_winner.shtm Cedar Crest College held its annual Scholarship Competition this past spring that invited distinguished high school seniors to compete for a four-year, full scholarship to the College. news@cedarcrest.edu(Laura Powers) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/43014_winner.shtm Wed, 30 Apr 2014 10:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/eventgalleries/healthwellness14.shtm Cedar Crest College held its 11th Annual Health, Wellness, and Research Conference where Cedar Crest faculty, students and staff participated in a number of activities including health screenings, poster presentations from students, and a keynote address from Nicole Defenbaugh, Ph.D., Director of Education and Program Evaluation, Department of Family Medicine, Lehigh Valley Health Network. news@cedarcrest.edu(Laura Powers) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/eventgalleries/healthwellness14.shtm Wed, 23 Apr 2014 10:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/42414_middlestates.shtm On April 2, a Middle States visiting team, made up of experts in higher education, affirmed Cedar Crest College's re-accreditation, pending a full vote of the Middle States Commission. news@cedarcrest.edu(Laura Powers) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/42414_middlestates.shtm Thu, 24 Apr 2014 10:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/42514_della.shtm Cedar Crest College alumna Laurian Della ‘13 is a 2014 Fulbright Scholarship recipient and will travel to Indonesia to teach English next year. news@cedarcrest.edu(Laura Powers) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/42514_della.shtm Fri, 25 Apr 2014 10:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/42514_bacc.shtm The Baccalaureate ceremony will feature guest alumnae speaker Gina (Lewis) Sylvester ‘07. news@cedarcrest.edu(Laura Powers) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/42514_bacc.shtm Fri, 25 Apr 2014 10:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/42514_com.shtm The President and Chief Executive Officer of the U.S. Fund for UNICEF, Caryl M. Stern, will deliver the commencement address to more than 250 bachelor’s and master’s degree recipients during Cedar Crest College’s 144th Commencement on Saturday, May 10, beginning at 11 a.m. in the Cedar Crest College quad. news@cedarcrest.edu(Laura Powers) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/42514_com.shtm Fri, 25 Apr 2014 10:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/eventgalleries/reimert14.shtm The 2014 Reimert Lecture featured 2011 Nobel Peace Laureate Leymah Gbowee. Leymah is a Liberian peace activist, trained social worker, public speaker, and women’s rights advocate. news@cedarcrest.edu(Laura Powers) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/eventgalleries/reimert14.shtm Tue, 15 Apr 2014 10:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/41014_tenure.shtm Congratulations to Dr. Kerrie Baker, Dr. Joy Karnas, and Professor Jill Odegaard, who were promoted to the rank of Professor at Cedar Crest's Promotion and Tenure Ceremony on Thursday, April 10. news@cedarcrest.edu(Laura Powers) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/41014_tenure.shtm Thu, 10 Apr 2014 10:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/42414_middlestates.shtm On April 2, a Middle States visiting team, made up of experts in higher education, affirmed Cedar Crest College's re-accreditation, pending a full vote of the Middle States Commission. news@cedarcrest.edu(Laura Powers) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/42414_middlestates.shtm Thu, 24 Apr 2014 10:00:00 EST //environmentalconservationblog.wordpress.com/blogs/ We split up and got into the vehicles that would take us to our camp. I got into the pick-up with Amanda F. and Courtney and the rest of the students got into the beat-up SUV. news@cedarcrest.edu(Laura Powers) //environmentalconservationblog.wordpress.com/blogs/ Thu, 10 Apr 2014 10:00:00 EST //philadelphia.cbslocal.com/video/10019914-katies-alma-mater-gets-happy/ Did you miss CBS Philly’s broadcast of Cedar Crest’s “Happy” video this morning? See them highlight the video with a special shout out to President Ambar’s lip-syncing skills and the enthusiasm of faculty, staff and students. Cedar Crest alumna Katie Fehlinger ’04 is an on-air meteorologist at CBS3 and CW Philly. news@cedarcrest.edu(Laura Powers) //philadelphia.cbslocal.com/video/10019914-katies-alma-mater-gets-happy/ Tue, 25 Mar 2014 10:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/communication/happy.shtm To welcome the first day of Spring, Cedar Crest College students, faculty and staff shared their "HAPPY." Inspired by the song of the same name by Pharrell Williams, students in "COM 280: Social Media - Promises and Pitfalls" decided to capture the energy and spirit of Cedar Crest as a class project to explore the concept of viral videos. news@cedarcrest.edu(Elizabeth Ortiz) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/communication/happy.shtm Tues, 25 Mar 2014 10:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/40114_speech.shtm Cedar Crest College students and members of the Forensic Speech Team are capping-off an award-winning 2013-2014 competitive season by traveling to Arizona State University in Tempe, Arizona on April 2-8 to compete in the American Forensic Association National Individual Events Tournament (AFA-NIET). news@cedarcrest.edu(Laura powers) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/40114_speech.shtm Tues, 25 Mar 2014 10:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/business/42814_ethics.shtm Congratulations to Cedar Crest’s Ethics Bowl team for finishing first in the 2014 Fleming Institute for Business Ethics Bowl Competition. news@cedarcrest.edu(Laura powers) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/business/42814_ethics.shtm Tues, 25 Mar 2014 10:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/nursing/exemplar.shtm Rosie’s Story by Tracy Ader. I have a picture of a flower hanging on my fridge that was made for me by someone who probably does not even remember my name; however I remember her name very well. news@cedarcrest.edu(Nicole Mertz) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/nursing/exemplar.shtm Tues, 25 Mar 2014 10:00:00 EST //wdiy.org/post/cedar-crest-president-carmen-ambar-lehigh-valley-discourse Women's History Month always brings an update of what is happening at our own top 10 women's college, Cedar Crest. President Carmen Ambar joins host Sally Handlon with updates on the college's progress over the past 5 years and as it heads into its 150th anniversary in 2017. news@cedarcrest.edu //wdiy.org/post/cedar-crest-president-carmen-ambar-lehigh-valley-discourse Mon, 24 Mar 2014 15:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/biological_sciences/32414_guyana.shtm It’s 7 p.m. and we have just left for JFK International Airport for our overnight flight to Guyana. Accompanying me are: Courtney Godbolt, Amanda Foster, Francesca Prendes, Kyleen Sisson, and Amanda Walck. This trip is part of my course, “The Amazon Basin: Natural History, Culture, and Conservation.” news@cedarcrest.edu(John Cigliano) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/biological_sciences/32414_guyana.shtm Fri, 21 Mar 2014 15:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/psychology/32114_book.shtm Cedar Crest College professor of psychology Micah Sadigh, Ph.D., has recently published a new book, Existential Journey: Viktor Frankl and Leo Tolstoy on Suffering, Death, and the Search for Meaning, through the Wyndham-Hal Academic Press. news@cedarcrest.edu(Laura D'Amato) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/psychology/32114_book.shtm Fri, 21 Mar 2014 15:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/biological_sciences/31414_state.shtm Chair of the Biological Sciences Department Amy Faivre, Ph. D. brought Biodiversity and Conservation Biology major Stephanie Augustine '14 and Genetic Engineering major Amanda Pattison '14 to present their research at Undergraduate Capitol Research Day in Harrisburg. news@cedarcrest.edu(Laura Powers) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/biological_sciences/31414_state.shtm Fri, 14 Mar 2014 15:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/3714_chair.shtm Rear Admiral David P. Keller, Supply Corps, USN (retired) is the recently elected Chair of the Board of Trustees at Cedar Crest College. news@cedarcrest.edu(Laura Powers) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/3714_chair.shtm Fri, 07 Mar 2014 15:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/ia/22714_day.shtm news@cedarcrest.edu(Lori Gilio) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/ia/22714_day.shtm Thu, 27 Feb 2014 10:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/22114_swim.shtm Heading into day three of the North Eastern Athletic Conference (NEAC) Swimming and Diving Championships, Maggie Olock (Bethlehem, Pa./Liberty High School) had already won the 50 meter freestyle and 100 meter breaststroke. news@cedarcrest.edu(Laura Powers) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/22114_swim.shtm Fri, 21 Feb 2014 10:00:00 EST https://www.biddingforgood.com/auction/AuctionHome.action?vhost=cccalumnaeauction news@cedarcrest.edu(Laura Powers) https://www.biddingforgood.com/auction/AuctionHome.action?vhost=cccalumnaeauction Thu, 20 Feb 2014 09:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/exchange/ExchangeFall2013.pdf news@cedarcrest.edu(Laura Powers) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/exchange/ExchangeFall2013.pdf Wed, 19 Feb 2014 11:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/nursing/21814_paac.shtm More than one hundred nurses will come together on Wednesday, Feb 19 to discuss and create a strategic plan intended to implement recommendations made in the Institute of Medicine (IOM) publication, The Future of Nursing: Leading Change, Advancing Health that points to the important role nurses play in the health care system and its continuous evolution in caring for aging and diverse populations. news@cedarcrest.edu(Laura Powers) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/nursing/21814_paac.shtm Tue, 18 Feb 2014 11:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/nursing/13114_alexis.shtm Cedar Crest College nursing student, Alexis Gilmore ‘16, will present her workshop, Nutrition Investigators, at IMPACT, the largest annual conference focused on college students in community service. news@cedarcrest.edu(Laura Powers) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/nursing/13114_alexis.shtm Fri, 31 Jan 2014 11:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/biological_sciences/13114_houser.shtm Cedar Crest College will hold the 2014 Naomi Houser Distinguished Biology Alumna Lecture on Tuesday, Feb. 4 at 4 p.m., featuring the Director of Target Development at Miragen Therapeutics, Aimee Brown Jackson ‘89, Ph.D. news@cedarcrest.edu(Laura Powers) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/biological_sciences/13114_houser.shtm Fri, 31 Jan 2014 11:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/ia/associates/associatesAwardpr.shtm William and Phyllis Grube and Lehigh Valley Health Network (LVHN) have been named the 2014 Associates Award winners, an honor presented annually by the Associates of Cedar Crest College to recognize those who have made significant contributions in the local community. news@cedarcrest.edu(Laura Powers) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/ia/associates/associatesAwardpr.shtm Tue, 21 Jan 2014 11:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/12014_mlk.shtm To honor Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, Cedar Crest faculty and staff traveled to different locations throughout the local community to lend a helping hand and participate in the national day of service. news@cedarcrest.edu(Laura Powers) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/12014_mlk.shtm Mon, 20 Jan 2014 11:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/11614_grounds.shtm Often times, the beauty of our campus is the first thing people mention when talking about the College. The hundreds of species of trees and plants that make up the nationally registered William F. Curtis Arboretum are quite breathtaking. news@cedarcrest.edu(Samantha Buker) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/11614_grounds.shtm Thu, 16 Jan 2013 11:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/122013_employ.shtm Congratulations to Walter Baransky and Barbara Farley, co-recipients of this year’s staff member of the year award. Both received several nominations that spoke to their hard work, dedication and positive attitudes that have made them stand-out employees of the College. news@cedarcrest.edu(Laura Powers) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/122013_employ.shtm Fri, 20 Dec 2013 11:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/business/121913_ibi.shtm Ibolya Balog, CPA and Chair of the Business, Management, and Economics Department, was recently featured in a Pennsylvania CPA Journal video to discuss the role of ethics in the CPA profession. news@cedarcrest.edu(Samantha Buker) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/business/121913_ibi.shtm Thu, 19 Dec 2013 14:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/120213_swim.shtm First-year Falcon Maggie Olock for earns the NEAC Women's Swimmer of the Week award. news@cedarcrest.edu(Laura Powers) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/120213_swim.shtm Mon, 02 Dec 2013 15:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/art/11013_jill.shtm Cedar Crest College Art Department Chair, Jill Odegaard, was recently featured in a documentary titled “Common Ground” for her Woven Welcome project. news@cedarcrest.edu(Laura Powers) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/art/11013_jill.shtm Fri, 10 Jan 2013 11:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/112613_stone.shtm First year students Ellen Hill and Kyra Atkins stand in front of the Blaney Hall cornerstone; first placed on November 25, 1913. news@cedarcrest.edu(Laura Powers) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/112613_stone.shtm Tue, 26 Nov 2013 15:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/biological_sciences/112513_joy.shtm Parkland High School Biology teacher, Laura Kowalski, is the recipient of the 2013 Howard L. Klopp Award. The education department at Cedar Crest College presents this annual award to recognize excellence in teaching. news@cedarcrest.edu(Laura Powers) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/biological_sciences/112513_joy.shtm Mon, 25 Nov 2013 15:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/weather.shtm //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/education/112013_klop.shtm Parkland High School Biology teacher, Laura Kowalski, is the recipient of the 2013 Howard L. Klopp Award. The education department at Cedar Crest College presents this annual award to recognize excellence in teaching. news@cedarcrest.edu(Laura Powers) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/education/112013_klop.shtm Thu, 21 Nov 2013 11:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/offices/president/112013_gaps.shtm Cedar Crest College President, Carmen Twillie Ambar, will join Senior Vice President and External Affairs Officer for PPL, Joanne Raphael, and Executive Director of the Lehigh Valley Workforce Investment Board, Nancy Dischinat, to discuss overseeing a culturally diverse group of employees and the ways to break down barriers and lead successfully. news@cedarcrest.edu(Laura Powers) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/offices/president/112013_gaps.shtm Wed, 20 Nov 2013 12:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/art/111913_fuse.shtm FUSE Art Infrastructure, an organization dedicated to positioning Allentown, Pa. as a destination for artists and supporters of the arts through numerous exhibits and showcases, will present its third chapter of NOW Third Thursdays on Thursday, Nov. 21 from 5:30 – 8:30 p.m at the Cigar Factory Artists Studios. news@cedarcrest.edu(Laura Powers) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/art/111913_fuse.shtm Tue, 19 Nov 2013 16:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/111813_swim.shtm A new chapter in Cedar Crest College athletics begins as the newly formed swim team prepares for its first home meet in the program’s history. news@cedarcrest.edu(Laura Powers) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/111813_swim.shtm Mon, 18 Nov 2013 14:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/religious_studies/111813_india.shtm Students interested in study abroad will have the unique opportunity to travel to India and tour the South Indian Hindu temples in spring 2015, with Cedar Crest Professor of Global Studies E. Allen Richardson, Ph.D. news@cedarcrest.edu(Laura D'Amato) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/religious_studies/111813_india.shtm Mon, 18 Nov 2013 12:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/nursing/11613_joan.shtm Congratulations Professor Joan Timalonis on being honored in the category of Nurse Educator – Academia by The Nightingale Awards of Pennsylvania! The award recognizes "an individual who is an inspiration to students and cultivates a supportive learning environment." news@cedarcrest.edu(Laura Powers) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/nursing/11613_joan.shtm Wed, 06 Nov 2013 11:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/11413_ring.shtm For more than 80 years, Cedar Crest College has celebrated its family of students through Junior Ring Ceremony. Initiated by President Curtis, Cedar Crest seniors presented the juniors with their class rings as a confirmation of their commitment to the Cedar Crest community. news@cedarcrest.edu(Laura Powers) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/11413_ring.shtm Mon, 04 Nov 2013 16:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/nursing/exemplar/46-Weaver.shtm It was early Saturday morning as I walked onto the pediatric floor for the first time that semester. As I headed down the hallway, I heard a faint cry. Normally this wouldn't be unusual for a pediatric floor, but this cry was different." news@cedarcrest.edu(Laura Powers) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/nursing/exemplar/46-Weaver.shtm Wed, 23 Oct 2013 15:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/art/102813_show.shtm Cedar Crest College will feature the artwork of Jim Denomie titled "Slightly Disturbed" beginning Oct. 28 through Jan. 3 in the Center for Visual Research news@cedarcrest.edu(Laura Powers) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/art/102813_show.shtm Mon, 28 Oct 2013 16:00:00 EST //sage.cedarcrest.edu/related-bi-blood/ This weekend, Cedar Crest College’s Arts and Entertainment Marketing class presents Related Bi-Blood, written by Frank Megna and starring Charles Shaughnessy (best known for The Nanny) and Susan Fallander. news@cedarcrest.edu(Laura Powers) //sage.cedarcrest.edu/related-bi-blood/ Thu, 24 Oct 2013 16:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/english/11113_medieval.shtm If you’re interested in getting a small taste of life in medieval times, be sure to walk by the Harmon Hall of Peace tonight, November 1, from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. This event is hosted by the Preterit, Cedar Crest’s literary club. news@cedarcrest.edu(Laura Powers) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/english/11113_medieval.shtm Fri, 01 Nov 2013 11:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/101413_homecoming.shtm As Cedar Crest’s soccer, field hockey and softball team competed at home this weekend, wearing pink from head to toe in honor of breast cancer awareness month, the College also welcomed home alumnae and friends for Homecoming 2013 that included food, fun and a special musical performance from Christian Porter. news@cedarcrest.edu(Laura Powers) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/101413_homecoming.shtm Mon, 14 Oct 2013 16:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/performing_arts/92613_sights.shtm Please join us for In Our Sights, performance and discussion about the issue of guns in America news@cedarcrest.edu(Laura Powers) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/performing_arts/92613_sights.shtm Thus, 26 Sep 2013 15:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/art/92313_longrange.shtm Cedar Crest College presents Long Range, an exhibition featuring the works of Beverly Fisher, from now through Oct.12 in the Center for Visual Research in the Miller Family Building. news@cedarcrest.edu(Laura Powers) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/art/92313_longrange.shtm Mon, 23 Sep 2013 15:26:00 EST //sage.cedarcrest.edu/open-house-with-special-guest/ Cedar Crest College will host a special lecture with art therapist Sondra Rosenberg, ATR-BC on Thursday, October 24 at 7 p.m. in Alumnae Hall. news@cedarcrest.edu(Laura Powers) //sage.cedarcrest.edu/open-house-with-special-guest/ Fri, 20 Sep 2013 10:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/biological_sciences/91813_grant.shtm The National Science Foundation awarded a $186,032 grant to Cedar Crest College that will give biology students the opportunity to work with top-of-the-line instrumentation, providing a competitive edge in the marketplace post-graduation. news@cedarcrest.edu(Laura Powers) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/biological_sciences/91813_grant.shtm Wed, 18 Sep 2013 10:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/communication/newmedia.shtm news@cedarcrest.edu(Laura Powers) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/communication/newmedia.shtm Tue, 17 Sep 2013 11:30:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/offices/president/91213_ncc.shtm President Carmen Twillie Ambar will speak at Northampton Community College's "Black Executive Forum" on Tuesday, September 17 at 11 a.m., in conjunction with NCC's annual celebration of Constitution Day. news@cedarcrest.edu(Laura Powers) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/offices/president/91213_ncc.shtm Thu, 12 Sep 2013 15:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/9413_nightingale.shtm Congratulations to Cedar Crest assistant professor in nursing, Joan Timalonis, who is a finalist in the Nightingale Awards of Pennsylvania in the category of Nurse Educator – Academia. news@cedarcrest.edu(Laura Powers) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/9413_nightingale.shtm Wed, 04 Sep 2013 16:38:00 EST //www.wfmz.com/news/news-regional-lehighvalley/Police-chief-college-team-up-to-map-crime/-/132502/21705046/-/5r662qz/-/index.html It's a question police departments grapple with every day: How do you stay one step ahead of the bad guys? news@cedarcrest.edu(Laura Powers) //www.wfmz.com/news/news-regional-lehighvalley/Police-chief-college-team-up-to-map-crime/-/132502/21705046/-/5r662qz/-/index.html Tue, 03 Sep 2013 11:44:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/wli/pow_8_28_13gallery.shtm The Power of Positive Social Change athletics@cedarcrest.edu(Greg Vossler) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/wli/pow_8_28_13gallery.shtm Thu, 29 Aug 2013 14:44:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/coachescorner2 athletics@cedarcrest.edu(Greg Vossler) //www.cedarcrest.edu/coachescorner2 Thu, 29 Aug 2013 14:30:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/82713_wings.shtm If you pass by Cedar Crest College on Saturday, September 7, you may notice a flutter of activity by Alumnae Hall. news@cedarcrest.edu(Laura Powers) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/82713_wings.shtm Wed, 28 Aug 2013 10:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/eventgalleries/orientation13.shtm Cedar Crest’s first-year students were welcomed this past weekend during the College’s fall Orientation, which introduced the new students to a number of College traditions, workshops, seminars centered on leadership, and opportunities to meet new classmates. news@cedarcrest.edu(Laura Powers) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/eventgalleries/orientation13.shtm Tue, 27 Aug 2013 13:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/coachescorner athletics@cedarcrest.edu(Greg Vossler) //www.cedarcrest.edu/coachescorner Mon, 26 Aug 2013 11:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/82213_build.shtm Cedar Crest College students aided in building a better community through Habitat for Humanity’s Women Build Blitz on Tuesday, August 20 in Bethlehem, Pa news@cedarcrest.edu(Laura Powers) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/82213_build.shtm Thu, 22 Aug 2013 11:30:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/72913_thomas.shtm The College is saddened to hear of Helen’s passing, and we are grateful for her example to young women aspiring to do great things in all fields news@cedarcrest.edu(Laura Powers) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/72913_thomas.shtm Thu, 25 Jul 2013 16:00:00 EST //www.affordablecollegesonline.org/college-rankings-online/womens-colleges-high-roi/ Cedar Crest College ranked on Affordable Colleges Online: Top Women’s Colleges with High Returns news@cedarcrest.edu(Laura Powers) //www.affordablecollegesonline.org/college-rankings-online/womens-colleges-high-roi/ Thu, 25 Jul 2013 16:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/news/8713_cccswag.shtm Snap a photo of their shirt, or better yet, get in a photo with them, and share it on Facebook, Instagram, or Twitter. Use #‎cccswag when you share your photo, and try to tag us if you can. news@cedarcrest.edu(Laura Powers) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/news/8713_cccswag.shtm Thu, 08 Aug 2013 10:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/72313_scholar.shtm First came the email saying she was a top ten finalist; then, the top five. Polan excitedly participated in a Skype interview with representatives from Cedar Crest as part of the final round of competition. news@cedarcrest.edu(Laura Powers) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/72313_scholar.shtm Tue, 23 Jul 2013 15:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/nursing/71513_reading.shtm Cedar Crest College’s partnership with The Reading Hospital and Medical Center continues to make education for Reading area nurses interested in earning their Master of Science in Nursing easily accessible. news@cedarcrest.edu(Laura Powers) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/nursing/71513_reading.shtm Mon, 15 Jul 2013 16:22:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/62713_mm.shtm The College is deeply saddened by the loss of Miguel Marroquin, who's presence in the Falcon's Nest will be missed by all students, faculty, staff and alumnae who knew him. Our thoughts are with his family and friends. news@cedarcrest.edu(Laura Powers) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/62713_mm.shtm Thu, 27 Jun 2013 15:15:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/62413_swim.shtm Cedar Crest College's swim team, beginning its first season in Fall 2013, has been accepted as an associate member to the North Eastern Athletic Conference (NEAC) for the 2013-14 season. news@cedarcrest.edu(Laura Powers) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/62413_swim.shtm Mon, 24 Jun 2013 16:15:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/offices/president/61413_ncc.shtm Cedar Crest College President Carmen Twillie Ambar addressed the 2013 graduates of Northampton Community College on Thursday, May 23, 2013 in the Spartan Center on Northampton Community College's main campus. news@cedarcrest.edu(Laura Powers) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/offices/president/61413_ncc.shtm Fri, 14 June 2013 15:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/wli/womensSummit13_pics.shtm She is best known for her hilarious comedy in the blockbusters Sister Act, Sister Act 2, and Hocus Pocus; but there is much more talent brimming beneath the surface of actress Kathy Najimy. news@cedarcrest.edu(Laura Powers) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/wli/womensSummit13_pics.shtm Tue, 11 June 2013 14:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/60413_ww2.shtm The injustices endured by Jewish populations during World War II have been the focus of books, Oscar nominated feature films, museum exhibits, college courses and more. Individuals are able to get a small sense of the terrors experienced during that time, but rarely hear from someone who was there and saw it all. Students in Cedar Crest’s Institute for Learning in Retirement (ILR) received that rare opportunity. news@cedarcrest.edu(Laura Powers) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/60413_ww2.shtm Tue, 04 June 2013 12:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/60313_commencement.shtm Between the 143rd Commencement Ceremony and a bit of rain, Cedar Crest College graduates reflect on their experiences, how it feels to graduate, and where they are going from here. news@cedarcrest.edu(Laura Powers) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/60313_commencement.shtm Mon, 03 June 2013 16:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/eventgalleries/lvaic.shtm This one-day conference sponsored by The Lehigh Valley Association of Independent Colleges (LVAIC) explored issues related to the adult learner, the fastest growing population in colleges today. news@cedarcrest.edu(Laura Powers) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/eventgalleries/lvaic.shtm Mon, 03 June 2013 14:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/52313_4040.shtm Lehigh Valley Business will honor several individuals from the Lehigh Valley at their inaugural 40 Under Forty event, recognizing the achievements of the Valley’s most talented professional under the age of forty. Cedar Crest College’s Chief Financial Officer, Audra Kahr, is among the honorees. news@cedarcrest.edu(Laura Powers) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/52313_4040.shtm Thu, 23 May 2013 15:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/offices/president/52213_ncc.shtm Cedar Crest College President, Carmen Twillie Ambar will address the 2013 graduates of Northampton Community College on Thursday, May 23 in the Spartan Center on Northampton Community College’s main campus. President Ambar said that her address will stress the importance of education, its transformative nature and what it can do for a family’s trajectory. news@cedarcrest.edu(Laura Powers) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/offices/president/52213_ncc.shtm Wed, 22 May 2013 16:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/psychology/synergy.shtm Synergy ’13 is a coordinated effort, bringing together two campuses, Cedar Crest College and Lehigh Carbon Community College to plan, coordinate and evaluate a national psychology conference for students at 2-year and 4-year institutions. news@cedarcrest.edu //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/psychology/synergy.shtm Wed, 22 May 2013 09:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/offices/president/51713_swain.shtm President Ambar will be one of four panelists to facilitate a discussion on the power of education to better a society and challenge injustices, at the Swain School on Thursday, May 30 from 7 to 9 p.m. news@cedarcrest.edu //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/offices/president/51713_swain.shtm Fri, 17 May 2013 12:00:00 EST //www.businessinsider.com/successful-people-with-english-majors-2013-5#former-mtv-ceo-judy-mcgrath-received-an-english-degree-at-cedar-crest-college-14 Former MTV CEO and Cedar Crest College alumna Judy McGrath featured on Business Insider as one of 16 Wildly Successful People Who Majored In English news@cedarcrest.edu //www.businessinsider.com/successful-people-with-english-majors-2013-5#former-mtv-ceo-judy-mcgrath-received-an-english-degree-at-cedar-crest-college-14 Fri, 17 May 2013 10:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/eventgalleries/commencement2013.shtm Congratulations Class of 2013! news@cedarcrest.edu //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/eventgalleries/commencement2013.shtm Wed, 15 May 2013 14:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/eventgalleries/medallion.shtm In honor of National Nurses Week, Lehigh Valley Health Network (LVHN) and the Cedar Crest College Department of Nursing invited the community to the 2013 Medallion Lecture, “Madness and Wasted”, featuring New York Times bestselling author, Marya Hornbacher. news@cedarcrest.edu //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/eventgalleries/medallion.shtm Fri, 10 May 2013 11:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/50913_com.shtm The President and Chief Executive Officer of Northeastern Financial Consultants, Inc., Lynn Evans, will deliver the commencement address to more than 400 bachelor’s and master’s degree recipients during Cedar Crest College’s 143rd Commencement on Saturday, May 11, beginning at 11 a.m. in the Cedar Crest College quad. news@cedarcrest.edu //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/50913_com.shtm Thu, 09 May 2013 10:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/50813_bac.shtm Commencement Day 2013 kicks off at 9 a.m. on Saturday, May 11 with the traditional baccalaureate ceremony in Lees Hall gymnasium. The ceremony will feature guest alumnae speaker 1999 Cedar Crest graduate Candace Peterson. news@cedarcrest.edu //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/50813_bac.shtm Wed, 08 May 2013 16:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/nursing/40713_lvhn.shtm The College is proud to see its wonderful students recognized by others in the community and congratulate Jasmine Rodriguez on earning the Dr. John M. Eisenberg Award for Excellence as a Student Nurse. news@cedarcrest.edu //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/nursing/40713_lvhn.shtm Wed, 08 May 2013 10:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/50213_asl.shtm April 30, 2013 was the induction ceremony for membership in the Delta Pi Chapter of Alpha Sigma Lambda. Alpha Sigma Lambda's aim is to recognize the special achievements of adults who accomplish academic excellence while facing competing interests of home and work. Alpha Sigma Lambda is dedicated to the advancement of scholarship and recognizes high scholastic achievement in an adult student's career. news@cedarcrest.edu //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/50213_asl.shtm Fri, 02 May 2013 11:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/biological_sciences/5213_cigliano.shtm Changing the World, and Cedar Crest Students, One Study Abroad Experience at a Time news@cedarcrest.edu //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/biological_sciences/5213_cigliano.shtm Fri, 02 May 2013 10:00:00 EST //www.wfmz.com/news/Sunrise/College-admissions-officer-talks-about-online-branding/-/409464/19001354/-/hin90p/-/index.html Linc Morris, Director of Admissions with Cedar Crest College, talks about what students applying to college need to know about online branding. news@cedarcrest.edu //www.wfmz.com/news/Sunrise/College-admissions-officer-talks-about-online-branding/-/409464/19001354/-/hin90p/-/index.html Thu, 01 May 2013 11:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/nursing/42913_melincavage.shtm The Cedar Crest College Board of Trustees promoted Sharon Melincavage to to associate professor of nursing with tenure. She was honored with other faculty members in a ceremony on April 18, 2013. news@cedarcrest.edu //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/nursing/42913_melincavage.shtm Tues, 30 Apr 2013 09:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/eventgalleries/christianporter.shtm On April 27, Christian Porter visited Cedar Crest College between the softball double header against Cabrini College to perform as part of a charity event to raise money for a young girl named Lia whose one wish is to go on a Disney cruise with her family. news@cedarcrest.edu(Laura Powers) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/eventgalleries/christianporter.shtm Mon, 29 Apr 2013 15:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/communication/42613_sarah.shtm Senior Communications major Sarah Pilkington premiered her documentary for her senior project on Thursday April 25 at 7 p.m. in the Convergence Lab. The documentary is titled Living It Up: a This Is All Now Documentary and focuses on an up and coming band from Long Island. sepilkin@cedarcrest.edu(Sarah Pilkington) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/communication/42613_sarah.shtm Fri, 26 Apr 2013 11:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/eventgalleries/healthwellness13.shtm The tenth annual Health, Wellness and Research Conference took place Tuesday, April 23, gathering research from more than 35 students and presentations from faculty on a variety of topics. news@cedarcrest.edu(Laura Powers) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/eventgalleries/healthwellness13.shtm Wed, 24 Apr 2013 11:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/communication/42413_rebecca.shtm Rebecca Pandone ’13, a communications and theatre double major is directing the U.S. premiere of With Love and a Major Organ. The performance is Friday, April 26 at noon and 8 p.m. in Alumnae Hall’s Little Theatre. rapandon@cedarcrest.edu(Rebecca Pandone) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/communication/42413_rebecca.shtm Wed, 24 Apr 2013 10:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/communication/42313_bryanne.shtm Senior Media Studies major at Cedar Crest College, Bryanne Hornung, will be holding her senior project event on Wednesday April 24 11 a.m.-2 p.m. in Harmon Hall of Peace. The event entitled, “We Are All Targets”, will be about how everyone is judged or targeted because of who we are as individuals. Bhornung@CedarCrest.edu(Bryanne Hornung) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/communication/42313_bryanne.shtm Tue, 23 Apr 2013 11:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/english/32213_italyBlog.shtm Robert Wilson Ph.D took a study abroad group to Italy to explore Rome, Florence and the Tuscan countryside March 2 - 10 2013. This blog is an opportunity for students who went on the trip to record their experience. Check back for updates news@cedarcrest.edu //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/english/32213_italyBlog.shtm Wed, 17 Mar 2013 11:30:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/nursing/tedmed.shtm From April 16-19, 2013 thought leaders from all sectors of society will come together to celebrate innovation, imagination, and inspiration and their passion for a better future in health and medicine at TEDMED Live. news@cedarcrest.edu //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/nursing/tedmed.shtm Wed, 17 Apr 2013 10:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/eventgalleries/janetmock.shtm On the front lines of the struggle to provide a safe and more inclusive environment for the LGBTQ community, Mock came to Cedar Crest as the nation’s attention focused on the Supreme Court’s same-sex marriage case. Her perspective and life experiences offer a unique look at the issue and brought an important conversation to the Lehigh Valley. news@cedarcrest.edu //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/eventgalleries/janetmock.shtm Tue, 16 Apr 2013 11:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/pitch/2013/index.shtm Pitch: A Journal of Arts and Literature is an online publication that accepts submissions of original creative work by current Cedar Crest College students in the categories of poetry, fiction, creative non-fiction, scriptwriting, photography, art and digital art, video production, audio, and other creative new media works, and choreography. news@cedarcrest.edu //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/pitch/2013/index.shtm Mon, 15 Apr 2013 11:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/4122012_titanic.shtm When 13-year-old Mark Vitalos saw the film, A Night to Remember—the 1958 film based on Walter Lord’s book on the sinking of the RMS Titanic in 1912—he was hooked on all of the amazing storylines that have captivated a country for a century. news@cedarcrest.edu //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/4122012_titanic.shtm Mon, 15 Apr 2013 12:00:00 EST //www.wfmz.com/news/news-regional-lehighvalley/Cedar-Crest-College-will-offer-Art-Therapy-master-s-program/-/132502/19701460/-/hkbdrm/-/index.html Sometimes art therapy is the best therapy for those who have suffered traumatic situations. Now students who want to carve out a career in the rapidly-growing field have a new opportunity in Allentown. news@cedarcrest.edu //www.wfmz.com/news/news-regional-lehighvalley/Cedar-Crest-College-will-offer-Art-Therapy-master-s-program/-/132502/19701460/-/hkbdrm/-/index.html Thu, 11 Apr 2013 10:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/eventgalleries/spiritrock.shtm Cedar Crest College celebrated the beginning of a new tradition on Sunday, April 7, as the class of 2013 unveiled The Spirit Rock. news@cedarcrest.edu (Laura Powers) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/eventgalleries/spiritrock.shtm Tue, 09 Apr 2013 14:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/40913_admiss.shtm High school guidance counselors from across the country are getting a taste for the quality of higher education in the Lehigh Valley as they visit Cedar Crest College and tour other LVAIC colleges and universities over the next two days. news@cedarcrest.edu (Laura Powers) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/40913_admiss.shtm Tue, 09 Apr 2013 09:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/communication/40813_jennifer.shtm Jennifer Glose, Sage class ’13, is organizing Powder Puff for Pancreatic Cancer, a reunion flag football game between local rival high schools, Allen and Dieruff. jglose@cedarcrest.edu (Jennifer Glose) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/communication/40813_jennifer.shtm Mon, 08 Apr 2013 14:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/communication/40513_brenna.shtm Senior Dance and Communications double major Brenna Mateljan presents her four years of study through a hands on experience. For her Communications senior thesis project, Mateljan is managing and organizing the Senior Dance Project Concert. blmatelj@cedarcrest.edu (Brenna Mateljan) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/communication/40513_brenna.shtm Fri, 05 Apr 2013 15:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/communication/40313_roxanne.shtm Roxanne Addino, 2013 Communication and Dance double major, is creating a marketing strategy for Colebrook Bakery. Raddino@cedarcrest.edu (Roxanne Addino) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/communication/40313_roxanne.shtm Wed, 03 Apr 2013 09:30:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/english/32213_italyBlog.shtm Robert Wilson Ph.D took a study abroad group to Italy to explore Rome, Florence and the Tuscan countryside March 2 - 10 2013. This blog is an opportunity for students who went on the trip to record their experience. Check back for updates news@cedarcrest.edu //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/english/32213_italyBlog.shtm Wed, 27 Mar 2013 14:30:00 EST //www.wdiy.org/post/cedar-crest-college-president-carmen-twillie-ambar-lehigh-valley-discourse What is this changing landscape for higher education? How can a women’s college adjust to these “rapids of change?” Join host Sally Handlon for this discussion with Cedar Crest College President Carmen Twillie Ambar and Women’s Leadership Institute Coordinator Arlene Peltola on this week’s program. news@cedarcrest.edu //www.wdiy.org/post/cedar-crest-college-president-carmen-twillie-ambar-lehigh-valley-discourse Fri, 22 Mar 2013 12:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/reimert/disney.shtm Cedar Crest College welcomed Abigail E. Disney, filmmaker and philanthropist, to campus in March to present her lecture titled Why Women Matter, a discussion on how empowering women can change the lives of individuals and communities. Disney also received an honorary degree from the College. news@cedarcrest.edu //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/reimert/disney.shtm Thu, 21 Mar 2013 14:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/30813_cate.shtm Cedar Crest College is deeply saddened by the passing of professor of anthropology emerita in the department of social sciences, Catherine M. Cameron, Ph.D. news@cedarcrest.edu //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/30813_cate.shtm Wed, 13 Mar 2013 16:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/wli/32013_wli.shtm The glass ceiling, also referred to as the marble ceiling, is cracking. Currently more women are entering the workforce in higher ranking positions than their predecessors. Natalie Shute has created a visual representation with her choreography of the way in which opportunities for women in the workplace, while still not ideal, are quickly evolving. news@cedarcrest.edu //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/wli/32013_wli.shtm Wed, 20 Mar 2013 11:52:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/communication/31813_morgan.shtm Morgan Keschl '13, senior Communications major and Bath, PA native, will be presenting her senior thesis, We've been Framed! Framing Theory, Ancient Philosophy, and Working Class Representation in Here Comes Honey Boo Boo, at the annual LVAIC Social Research Social Justice (SRSJ) Conference at Muhlenberg College on April 5, 2013. mlkeschl@cedarcrest.edu (Morgan Keschl) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/communication/31813_morgan.shtm Mon, 18 Mar 2013 13:00:00 EST //www.mcall.com/entertainment/dining/mc-greek-yogurt-side-advantages-costs-20130313,0,4725307.story Barbara Carlson's reasons for buying Greek yogurt also explain why it has grabbed other consumers' attention and cash. news@cedarcrest.edu //www.mcall.com/entertainment/dining/mc-greek-yogurt-side-advantages-costs-20130313,0,4725307.story Thu, 14 Mar 2013 13:00:00 EST //www.wfmz.com/business/Lean-In-Book-from-Facebook-COO-makes-waves-for-women/-/121698/19274782/-/dmlreo/-/index.html I entered the workplace believing my generation was going to have responsibility and equal opportunity. And it didn't work out that way, said Sheryl Sandberg, Facebook COO. news@cedarcrest.edu //www.wfmz.com/business/Lean-In-Book-from-Facebook-COO-makes-waves-for-women/-/121698/19274782/-/dmlreo/-/index.html Wed, 13 Mar 2013 10:00:00 EST //blog.koalab.com/ Should colleges or universities of the liberal arts and science disappear through irrelevance? Are they obsolete? Worry exists among some Deans and Presidents. But yet, do these institutions have a new, ever more important role for insuring our future? mdonovan@cedarcrest.edu (W. Michael Donovan) //blog.koalab.com/ Tue, 12 Mar 2013 10:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/performing_arts/22213_robin.shtm In February, Cedar Crest College Professor of Dance Robin Gerchman performed an original piece titled "Ascent" with DanceLink, a local dance company, as part of the "Ice House Presents" series. news@cedarcrest.edu //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/performing_arts/22213_robin.shtm Mon, 11 Mar 2013 10:40:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/3513_athletics.shtm The Cedar Crest's Athletics Department is offering a variety of clinics and camps this spring and summer for members of the College and Allentown community for girls 7 to 18 years of age. news@cedarcrest.edu //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/3513_athletics.shtm Tue, 05 Mar 2013 11:40:00 EST //www.wfmz.com/ news@cedarcrest.edu //www.wfmz.com/ Mon, 11 Mar 2013 15:40:00 EST //www.nationalservice.gov/about/initiatives/honorroll.asp Cedar Crest named to the President’s Higher Education Community Service Honor Roll for the Sixth Consecutive Year news@cedarcrest.edu //www.nationalservice.gov/about/initiatives/honorroll.asp Mon, 04 Mar 2013 15:35:00 EST //mfa.cedarcrest.edu/ Our MFA program features three inspirational 15-day European residencies that take place during the summer. The locations will inform and inspire your development as publishable writer. news@cedarcrest.edu //mfa.cedarcrest.edu/ Fri, 01 Mar 2013 09:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/22813_day.shtm On Thursday, February 28, Cedar Crest College will join nearly 100 educational institutions worldwide to participate in the first-ever Student Engagement and Philanthropy Day. dkhateeb@cedarcrest.edu (Debra Khateeb) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/22813_day.shtm Thu, 28 Feb 2013 15:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/religious_studies/22513_allen.shtm The first-ever Cedar Crest College Power of Women Leadership Series seminar was held on January 31, and the sold-out program was a rousing success. pnpastro@cedarcrest.edu (Paul Pastrone) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/religious_studies/22513_allen.shtm Mon, 25 Feb 2013 10:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrestathletics.com/news/2013/2/18/WBB_0218133952.aspx The Colonial States Athletic Conference announced today the All-Sportmanship team for Women's Basketball. Senior guard/forward Megan DeMutis was the lone representative for the Falcons. gjvossler@cedarcrest.edu (Gregory Vossler) //www.cedarcrestathletics.com/news/2013/2/18/WBB_0218133952.aspx Mon, 18 Feb 2013 16:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/art/21213_gutai.shtm A group of 25 artists from Osaka, Japan, have descended on Allentown, and they will be making a special appearance at Cedar Crest College on Thursday, Feb. 21, from 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. djwanier@cedarcrest.edu (David Jwainer) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/art/21213_gutai.shtm Tue, 12 Feb 2013 15:28:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/wli/pow_13.01.31_gallery.shtm The first-ever Cedar Crest College Power of Women Leadership Series seminar was held on January 31, and the sold-out program was a rousing success. djwanier@cedarcrest.edu (David Jwainer) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/wli/pow_13.01.31_gallery.shtm Thu, 07 Feb 2013 10:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/reimert/disney.shtm Join us Thursday, Mar. 14 at 7 p.m. filmmaker, philanthropist and Cedar Crest honorary degree recipient Abigail (Abby) Disney as she discusses how empowering women changes the lives of individuals and communities. djwanier@cedarcrest.edu (David Jwainer) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/reimert/disney.shtm Wed, 13 Feb 2013 10:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/performing_arts/2513_theater.shtm Cedar Crest College’s Tim Brown, associate professor of performing arts, has received recognition for his recent performance in 'Doubt: A Parable', which was performed at the Pennsylvania Playhouse in Bethlehem this past June. djwanier@cedarcrest.edu (David Jwainer) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/2513_theater.shtm Wed, 06 Feb 2013 16:42:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/20513_fowler.shtm When Marlene “Linny” Oberkotter Fowler passed away on February 4, one of the great philanthropists and people in the Lehigh Valley was sadly lost. djwanier@cedarcrest.edu (David Jwainer) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/20513_fowler.shtm Tue, 05 Feb 2013 11:00:00 EST //www.wfmz.com/lifestyle/healtheducation/Helping-kids-find-the-right-career-path/-/121490/18303904/-/gsyuvvz/-/index.html 69 News: Helping Kids Find The Right Career Path djwanier@cedarcrest.edu (David Jwainer) //www.wfmz.com/lifestyle/healtheducation/Helping-kids-find-the-right-career-path/-/121490/18303904/-/gsyuvvz/-/index.html Tue, 29 Jan 2013 12:56:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/pressreleases/12-13/2013January28.shtm For his service to Cedar Crest, Jaindl has been chosen to receive the 2013 Associates Award from the Associates of Cedar Crest College. He will receive the award during the Associates Luncheon on Wednesday, March 6, at noon in Tompkins College Center. djwanier@cedarcrest.edu (David Jwainer) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/pressreleases/12-13/2013January28.shtm Mon, 28 Jan 2013 11:32:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/12813_donley.shtm Cedar Crest College is deeply saddened by the passing of Inez Donley, 97, on Sunday–who along with her husband, former College Trustee and retired Air Products Inc. President and CEO Ed Donley, has been a champion of higher education and ardent supporter of Cedar Crest College. djwanier@cedarcrest.edu (David Jwainer) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/12813_donley.shtm Tue, 29 Jan 2013 09:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/communication/whats12513_media.shtm Cedar Crest College Assistant Professor Precious Yamaguchi, Ph.D., and students in her International Virtual Spaces new media course have co-written a paper on hactivism (hacker activism) titled, "Behind the Guy Fawkes Mask: Examining Anonymous and #OpIsrael." djwanier@cedarcrest.edu (David Jwainer) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/communication/whats12513_media.shtm Fri, 25 Jan 2013 13:12:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/nursing/12213_nursing.shtm Wendy Robb, Ph.D., associate professor and chair of the nursing department at Cedar Crest College, has been selected as a program evaluator for the National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission. djwanier@cedarcrest.edu (David Jwainer) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/nursing/12213_nursing.shtm Tue, 22 Jan 2013 12:30:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/11713_cancer.shtm Cedar Crest College alumna and oncology scientist Zainab Khalfan Jagani ’99, Ph.D., will discuss her research of innovative approaches to fighting cancer when she delivers the Naomi Houser Lecture on Wednesday, February 6, at 4 p.m. djwanier@cedarcrest.edu (David Jwainer) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/11713_cancer.shtm Thu, 17 Jan 2013 10:10:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/11513_spirit.shtm Cedar Crest College wants all of its students to feel at home on campus, including its growing population of commuter students. To this end, the College and its Commuter Awareness Board (C.A.B.) will host Commuter Spirit Week from January 28 to February 2. djwanier@cedarcrest.edu (David Jwainer) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/11513_spirit.shtm Tue, 15 Jan 2013 15:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/pressreleases/12-13/2013January9.shtm Cedar Crest College will honor our nation’s wounded heroes during their basketball game against Cabrini College in Lees Gym on Saturday, January 19. djwanier@cedarcrest.edu (David Jwainer) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/pressreleases/12-13/2013January9.shtm Thu, 10 Jan 2013 13:30:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/mlk/index.shtm The MLK Day of Service will take place on Monday, Jan. 21st. Breakfast will be served in the Tompkins College Center at 8:30 a.m., where you will also sign in to get your t-shirt and location assignment. Feel free to dress in casual attire. djwanier@cedarcrest.edu (David Jwainer) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/mlk/index.shtm Mon, 07 Jan 2013 14:41:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/121812_swim.shtm Cedar Crest College has some of the best swimming facilities in the region at its Rodale Aquatic Center (RAC), complete with an eight-lane pool featuring Colorado touch pads and scoring equipment, a warm-up pool and locker rooms. Come winter 2013-14, the College will also have an intercollegiate swim team to call its own. According to Lisa Goddard McGuirk, director of athletics, recreation and wellness at Cedar Crest College, adding an NCAA-sanctioned swim team is a big step forward for the athletics program. Recruiting for a head coach and swimmers is well underway, and the team will participate in exhibition meets during the spring 2013 semester. djwanier@cedarcrest.edu (David Jwainer) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/121812_swim.shtm Tue, 18 Dec 2012 16:05:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/pressreleases/12-13/2012December14.shtm Cedar Crest's Colleges' ESL Program Specialist Certificate is one of the first in the Lehigh Valley region to gain approval from the Pennsylvania Department of Education under its recently revised requirements. The Cedar Crest program includes a new course focusing on the latest techniques to assess the needs of ESL students, as well as a field experience component, which allows those studying for the certificate to apply their theoretical knowledge in the classroom. Certification is required for anyone teaching ESL. djwanier@cedarcrest.edu (David Jwainer) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/pressreleases/12-13/2012December14.shtm Mon, 17 Dec 2012 9:51:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/psychology/121912_sandy.shtm The horrific events at Sandy Hook Elementary School in Newtown, Conn., won’t soon be forgotten by anyone, including the first graders who survived the tragedy. According to a professor from Cedar Crest College in Allentown, Pa., the healing process for these children can be quite lengthy, and require the unwavering efforts of many. djwanier@cedarcrest.edu (David Jwainer) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/psychology/121912_sandy.shtm Wed, 19 Dec 2012 13:32:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/121312_employee.shtm Cedar Crest College recognized faculty and staff members who have reached milestones in their service on campus. All of those honored received a College-themed gift based on the award they earned. djwanier@cedarcrest.edu (David Jwainer) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/121312_employee.shtm Fri, 14 Dec 2012 15:41:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/wli/leadership_series.shtm The Power and Influence of Leadership Development: The seminar will invite women at all career levels to examine their own influencing style, project credibility and authority, gain buy-in for ideas and initiatives, and become more effective at leading others. Participants will develop the following capabilities: how to navigate the organization with savvy, understand the unwritten ‘rules of the game’, cultivate an influential network, and grasp the mechanisms of power and influence. djwanier@cedarcrest.edu (David Jwainer) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/wli/leadership_series.shtm Thu, 13 Dec 2012 11:51:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/120712_pamper.shtm Ever wonder what it would be like to have a 'girl's night' with the president? Several Cedar Crest College students did just that on Dec. 5 as they joined Cedar Crest College President Carmen Twillie Ambar for a 'Presidential Pampering.' djwanier@cedarcrest.edu (David Jwainer) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/120712_pamper.shtm Fri, 07 Dec 2012 15:02:00 EST //www.usnews.com/education/best-colleges/articles/2012/12/06/3-ways-college-applicants-can-improve-their-online-brands djwanier@cedarcrest.edu (David Jwainer) //www.usnews.com/education/best-colleges/articles/2012/12/06/3-ways-college-applicants-can-improve-their-online-brands Thu, 06 Dec 2012 15:30:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/111612_klop.shtm Each year, the education department of Cedar Crest College presents an award to recognize excellence in teaching, The Howard L. Klopp Exemplary Teacher Award. djwanier@cedarcrest.edu (David Jwainer) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/111612_klop.shtm Fri, 16 Nov 2012 15:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/111412_soccer.shtm When Molly Chenot joined the Cabrini College soccer team four years ago, she was considered a lock to be a four-year starter and a candidate for Colonial States Athletics Conference all-star honors. Unfortunately, the effects of the concussions she suffered in high school wouldn't go away, and despite participating in every team practice and being named a team captain, Chenot couldn't be cleared for even a single minute of game action. That is, until Cabrini's Senior Day game against the Cedar Crest College Falcons on Oct. 27. djwanier@cedarcrest.edu (David Jwainer) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/111412_soccer.shtm Wed, 14 Nov 2012 12:30:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/forensic_science/111312_speech.shtm The Cedar Crest College forensic speech team continues its winning ways on their march to the 2012-2013 AFA Nationals, to be held this year in Kansas. In order to compete in the national tournament, team members must place in the finals of three different tournaments over the course of the season. djwanier@cedarcrest.edu (David Jwainer) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/forensic_science/111312_speech.shtm Tue, 13 Nov 2012 11:00:00 EST //assistedlivingtoday.com/2012/11/top-college-courses-for-senior-care/ In universities and colleges across the country, courses and degree programs in gerontology, the study of the social, psychological and biological aspects of aging, are on the rise. djwanier@cedarcrest.edu (David Jwainer) //assistedlivingtoday.com/2012/11/top-college-courses-for-senior-care/ Thu, 15 Nov 2012 10:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/92812_oxford.shtm With a suitcase under the weight limit, but still containing far too much, I arrived at Newark International... djwanier@cedarcrest.edu (David Jwainer) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/92812_oxford.shtm Fri, 09 Nov 2012 13:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/11912_neela.shtm Neela Vaswani, author of Where the Long Grass Bends and You Have Given Me a Country, spoke with first-year seminar students about her most recent book titled, You Have Given Me a Country, on Nov. 9 in the multicultural center on campus. djwanier@cedarcrest.edu (David Jwainer) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/11912_neela.shtm Fri, 09 Nov 2012 10:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/11212_sandy.shtm Hurricane Sandy left town on Tuesday, but remnants of the powerful storm dot the Cedar Crest College campus in the form of downed trees and other debris that are in the process of being cleared. djwanier@cedarcrest.edu (David Jwainer) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/11212_sandy.shtm Fri, 02 Nov 2012 11:00:00 EST //www.csacsports.org/news/2012/11/8/GEN_1108122345.aspx This weekend, Cedar Crest College will be the site of the Colonial States Athletic Conference’s Winning Careers in Athletics program, geared toward female and minority students who have an interest in pursuing a future career in college athletics. djwanier@cedarcrest.edu (David Jwainer) //www.csacsports.org/news/2012/11/8/GEN_1108122345.aspx Fri, 09 Nov 2012 10:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/11212_hallow.shtm Halloween 2012 at Cedar Crest College djwanier@cedarcrest.edu (David Jwainer) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/11212_hallow.shtm Fri, 02 Nov 2012 15:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/11112_sarah.shtm Teacher and illustrator Sarah Magner ’06 ’09 will discuss illustration of her first children’s book, as well as how she balances her two professional passions, during a lecture on Tuesday, Nov. 6, 7 p.m. in room 33 of Miller Family Building. djwanier@cedarcrest.edu (David Jwainer) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/11112_sarah.shtm Thu, 01 Nov 2012 15:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/102312_clay.shtm Willi Singleton may be the new artist-in-residence at Cedar Crest College, but his work is certainly not new to those who appreciate pottery in the ancient Japanese tradition. djwanier@cedarcrest.edu (David Jwainer) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/102312_clay.shtm Tue, 23 Oct 2012 15:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/11112_volley.shtm The Cedar Crest College volleyball team has made it to the Colonial States Athletic Conference (CSAC) playoffs for the first time since 2004, and the teams wants your support as they take on Baptist Bible College on Thursday, Nov. 1. djwanier@cedarcrest.edu (David Jwainer) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/11112_volley.shtm Thu, 01 Nov 2012 10:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/102312_psi.shtm The Cedar Crest College chapter of Psi Chi, the International Honor Society in Psychology, will host a lecture by noted author and speaker Katherine Ramsland, Ph.D., titled, “The Mind of a Murderer,” on Thursday, October 25, from 5-6 p.m. djwanier@cedarcrest.edu (David Jwainer) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/102312_psi.shtm Tue, 23 Oct 2012 15:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/eventgalleries/timmerman.shtm Kelsey Timmerman, author of 'Where am I Wearing?: A Global Tour to the Countries, Factories, and People that Make Our Clothes'—the shared read for first-year students this year at Cedar Crest College—gave a lecture at the College on Oct. 11 2012. djwanier@cedarcrest.edu (David Jwainer) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/eventgalleries/timmerman.shtm Tue, 16 Oct 2012 09:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/101112_art.shtm The Cedar Crest College art department will host art therapist Stephanie Wise, M.A., ATR-BC, LCAT for a presentation on the healing powers of art therapy for veterans titled, “Art Therapy and Veterans: A Creative Means to Transformational Healing.” djwanier@cedarcrest.edu (David Jwainer) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/101112_art.shtm Wed, 10 Oct 2012 09:00:00 EST //www.wfmz.com/news/news-election/DeSales-students-professors-grade-debate-performances/-/132568/17033766/-/j6a6h0/-/index.html If Tuesday night's presidential debate was an assignment, how would you grade each candidate? We asked public speaking students and their professors to weigh in. djwanier@cedarcrest.edu (David Jwainer) //www.wfmz.com/news/news-election/DeSales-students-professors-grade-debate-performances/-/132568/17033766/-/j6a6h0/-/index.html Thu, 18 Oct 2012 15:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/100512_nurse.shtm If a nurse is in the profession for the right reasons, she/he has the opportunity to make a lasting mark on her patients well beyond vital signs, head to toe assessments, or patient notes, said nurse and nationally recognized speaker Selinza Mitchell, presenter of a program titled, “Fingerprints: The Art of the Exceptional Professional Experience,” at Cedar Crest College on Oct. 2. djwanier@cedarcrest.edu (David Jwainer) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/100512_nurse.shtm Fri, 05 Oct 2012 09:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/2012-10-2-telltaleheart.shtm The "Tell-Tale Heart" is one of Edgar Allan Poe's most popular short stories, complete with a murdering narrator who claims the meticulous nature of his crime is proof of his sanity. djwanier@cedarcrest.edu (David Jwainer) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/2012-10-2-telltaleheart.shtm Thu, 04 Oct 2012 09:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/wli/pow_lunchnetwork_gallery.shtm Annual Luncheon and Networking Event djwanier@cedarcrest.edu (David Jwainer) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/wli/pow_lunchnetwork_gallery.shtm Wed, 10 Oct 2012 09:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/92512_vote.shtm Register to vote with a quick visit to the table outside Samuel's Theatre in TCC. djwanier@cedarcrest.edu (David Jwainer) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/92512_vote.shtm Tue, 25 Sep 2012 13:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/92112_willi.shtm Cedar Crest College’s new Artist-in-Residence, Willi Singleton, will give a free public lecture titled, “Ceramic Terroir: Pots and Place,” on Thursday, Oct. 4, at 7 p.m. in the 1867 Room of Tompkins College Center. The program is free and open to the public. djwanier@cedarcrest.edu (David Jwainer) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/92112_willi.shtm Fri, 21 Sep 2012 11:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/92412_press.shtm Cedar Crest students and actors discuss Pressing the Flesh, a satirical look at the election process written and directed by the College’s own Tim Brown, associate professor of performing arts. djwanier@cedarcrest.edu (David Jwainer) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/92412_press.shtm Mon, 24 Sep 2012 15:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/91812_study.shtm If you attended the Study Abroad Extravaganza on September 7 and you have no desire to hike through the Amazon River Basin, spend some time at an authentic Oxford pub discussing British literature, or do something else interesting that you've never done before, then you may want to check yourself for a pulse. djwanier@cedarcrest.edu (David Jwainer) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/91812_study.shtm Wed, 18 Sep 2012 13:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/91212_usNews.shtm For the second straight year, U.S. News ranked Cedar Crest College among the “best values” for regional liberal arts colleges in the northern United States and a “top regional college.” djwanier@cedarcrest.edu (David Jwainer) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/91212_usNews.shtm Wed, 12 Sep 2012 13:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/91112_tina.shtm On Tuesday, September 11, 2001, I went to work as usual on the Q train from Sheepshead Bay, Brooklyn, to the stop I had taken every day for the past year, Rockefeller Plaza. djwanier@cedarcrest.edu (David Jwainer) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/91112_tina.shtm Wed, 11 Sep 2012 15:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/90512_pitch.shtm Cedar Crest College President Carmen Twillie Ambar threw out a ceremonial first pitch at the Lehigh Valley Iron Pigs minor league baseball game on Aug. 30. djwanier@cedarcrest.edu (David Jwainer) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/90512_pitch.shtm Wed, 05 Sep 2012 14:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/82812_service.shtm Less than 24 hours after moving the bulk of their worldly possessions onto the Cedar Crest College campus, first-year students were boarding yellow school buses to share in one of the College’s core principles—service to the community. djwanier@cedarcrest.edu (David Jwainer) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/82812_service.shtm Tue, 28 Aug 2012 09:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/82712_msn.shtm Cedar Crest College recently graduated its third class of master of science in nursing program graduates. As part of program requirements, members of the class conducted in-depth literature reviews on important health care issues, and presented them as poster projects during the annual Evidence-Based Practice Night on Aug. 15. djwanier@cedarcrest.edu (David Jwainer) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/82712_msn.shtm Mon, 27 Aug 2012 10:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/incomingstudents/2016-class-gallery.shtm The Class of 2016 has moved onto the campus. This photo gallery highlights the day from moving in and Opening Door Ceremony, to Falcon Games fun. djwanier@cedarcrest.edu (David Jwainer) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/incomingstudents/2016-class-gallery.shtm Thu, 23 Aug 2012 12:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/82112_sage.shtm Gaetan T. Giannini, Jr., MBA, was recently appointed to the position of dean of the School of Adult and Graduate Education (SAGE) at Cedar Crest College. djwanier@cedarcrest.edu (David Jwainer) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/82112_sage.shtm Wed, 21 Aug 2012 13:30:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/81312_para.shtm After 18 months of arduous training six days a week in the pools at Rodale Aquatic Center and more recently also at Emmaus Aquatic Club, Salisbury resident Noga Nir-Kistler recently qualified for the U.S. Paralympic Swim Team in multiple events. djwanier@cedarcrest.edu (David Jwainer) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/81312_para.shtm Mon, 13 Aug 2012 04:30:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/81512_silver.shtm When Laura Tamayo of Barto, Pa., earned a silver medal at the Olympics in the Team Pursuit cycling competition, no one was prouder than her mother and Cedar Crest College adjunct nursing faculty member Ellie Franges. djwanier@cedarcrest.edu (David Jwainer) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/81512_silver.shtm Wed, 15 Aug 2012 13:30:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/81312_cigliano.shtm The last couple of months have been a whirlwind for John Cigliano, Ph.D., director of biodiversity and conservation biology at Cedar Crest. djwanier@cedarcrest.edu (David Jwainer) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/81312_cigliano.shtm Mon, 13 Aug 2012 03:30:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/business/donovan_blog.shtm Follow Michael Donovan's blog this summer as he works with advanced high school students in Ukraine and has extensive discussions about history, politics, economics, and innovation. djwanier@cedarcrest.edu (David Jwainer) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/business/donovan_blog.shtm Fri, 10 Aug 2012 11:30:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/72612_link.shtm Cedar Crest College recently hired R. Lincoln “Linc” Morris to be its new director of admissions. Morris has several years of experience in the admissions departments of both public and private higher education institutions. Most recently, has served as director of admissions and scholarships at Bemidji State University in Minnesota, where he was responsible for all aspects of student recruitment, and admissions processes and policies. djwanier@cedarcrest.edu (David Jwainer) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/72612_link.shtm Thu, 26 Jul 2012 15:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/72612_nurse.shtm Reading Hospital and Medical Center has chosen Cedar Crest College to deliver an accredited master of science in nursing (MSN) program to its nurses. This partnership will enable nurses at the hospital with a bachelor’s degree in nursing to take onsite courses one day a week and earn a master of science in nursing degree with a focus in nursing administration. The program, which is accredited by the National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission (NLNAC), can be completed in two years. djwanier@cedarcrest.edu (David Jwainer) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/72612_nurse.shtm Thu, 26 Jul 2012 15:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/72612_sarah.shtm Sarah Magner ’06 ’09 is living her dream. The integrated art and communication graduate—who also earned her M.Ed. in elementary education at Cedar Crest—is teaching first grade, and recently illustrated her first book titled, Inspector Spencer Solves the Curious Case of Danger Mouse, authored by Ellen B. Greenberg. djwanier@cedarcrest.edu (David Jwainer) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/72612_sarah.shtm Thu, 26 Jul 2012 09:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/71912_mayer.shtm When Marissa Mayer recently left Google after 20 years to become president and CEO of Yahoo, she became one of the most prominent women executives in Silicon Valley. While there are still hurdles to be cleared, it's exciting to see qualified women climbing the ladder in the male-dominated world of IT, according to Cedar Crest College IT Director Kathy Cunningham. djwanier@cedarcrest.edu (David Jwainer) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/71912_mayer.shtm Thu, 19 Jul 2012 12:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/71212_lisa.shtm Lisa Goddard McGuirk has joined Cedar Crest College as its new director of athletics, wellness and recreation. McGuirk has worked in athletics for over 15 years, predominately in higher education. djwanier@cedarcrest.edu (David Jwainer) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/71212_lisa.shtm Thu, 12 Jul 2012 12:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/71012_aha.shtm Danielle Pilla ’10, a genetic engineering graduate who is currently a graduate student in the department of molecular genetics and microbiology at Duke University Medical Center, has received an American Heart Association predoctoral fellowship. djwanier@cedarcrest.edu (David Jwainer) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/71012_aha.shtm Tue, 10 Jul 2012 12:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/2012-07-03_varkony-women-commission.shtml Pamela Varkony of Allentown, a writer, woman's advocate and founder of Power Of Women at Cedar Crest College, officially joined the Pennsylvania Commission for Women as the Lehigh Valley representative on July 2. djwanier@cedarcrest.edu (David Jwainer) //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/2012-07-03_varkony-women-commission.shtml Tue, 03 Jul 2012 12:00:00 EST //www.cedarcrestathletics.com/news/2012/6/11/GEN_0611121603.aspx The Colonial States Athletic Conference (CSAC) announced today that Cedar Crest's Lizzy Sunderhaus (Hamilton, OH/Stephen T. Badin) '12 has been named the 2011-12 CSAC Female Scholar Athlete. This is the second consecutive year that the basketball standout has been so honored. David Jwainer //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/61312_nurse.shtm Students in the nursing program at Cedar Crest College received the Special Citation for Exceptional Volunteer Service from the American Red Cross of the Greater Lehigh Valley during the organization’s 2012 awards celebration and annual meeting on June 11. David Jwainer //www.cedarcrestathletics.com/news/2012/6/6/GEN_0606123240.aspx The Colonial States Athletic Conference (CSAC) announced the members of the 2011/2012 Winter/Spring All-Academic Team on Wednesday, and 16 Cedar Crest student-athletes were recognized. Athletics //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/wli/steinem_pics.shtm Feminist Icon Gloria Steinem came to campus to deliver a lecture on June 7 as part of the Lehigh Valley Women’s Summit. She spent an hour spreading her message that women have come a long way in the fight for equality, but that plenty of work still needs to be done. David Jwainer //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/60112_costarica.shtm Senior Spanish major Michelle Cygan ’13 has earned a 2012 Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship, marking the second year in a row that a Cedar Crest College student has received one of these prestigious awards for study abroad. She will spend four weeks this summer studying at Universidad de Costa Rica and experiencing the culture of the Central American country. David Jwainer //www.wfmz.com/features/Arts-Around-Town/Arts-Around-Town-Dinosaurs-alive-and-well-for-Cedar-Crest-s-Nelson-Maniscalco/-/674928/14412196/-/kux9rq/-/index.html Talking with Nelson Maniscalco is a trip – a trip back in time when dinosaurs walked the earth. Everything you ever wanted to know about these large, predatory animals comes naturally to the Cedar Crest College professor of art who has literally spent a lifetime walking in their tracks and reconstructing their presence right down to the bone. WFMZr //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/52112_bio.shtm John Cigliano, Ph.D., associate professor of biology, and Rich Kliman, Ph.D., professor of biology, have been researching the sustainability of the queen conch in Belize for the last several years with Cedar Crest College students. David Jwainer //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/51712_perarts.shtm The curtain has come down on college for the most recent crop of performing arts graduates, but the next act as they enter “the real world” promises to be interesting. David Jwainer //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/51612_nurse.shtm The National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission (NLNAC) recently granted accreditation to the master of science in nursing program at Cedar Crest College. Cedar Crest College’s bachelor’s degree program has held NLNAC accreditation status since 1978. David Jwainer //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/50712_toni.shtm The Forensic Speech Team finished the 2011-2012 season competing at the American Forensics Association (AFA) National Individuals Events Tournament (NIET) in April, and squad member AnTionette “Toni” Byers was one of 13 students across the nation named an AFA-NIET All-American. David Jwainer //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/50212_ronca.shtm Many years ago Michael Donovan, associate professor of business, welcomed an exchange student from Moldova, part of the former Soviet Union, to the school where he was teaching at the time—Southern Maine Community College—as well as into his home. David Jwainer //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/42612_donovan.shtm Many years ago Michael Donovan, associate professor of business, welcomed an exchange student from Moldova, part of the former Soviet Union, to the school where he was teaching at the time—Southern Maine Community College—as well as into his home. David Jwainer //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/42512_bio.shtm MMI Preparatory School earned the overall top prize in the 30th Annual Biology Olympics at Cedar Crest College on April 13, besting 15 area high schools. Rounding out the top three in the overall standings were runner up Southern Lehigh High School and defending champion and third place finisher Philipsburg High School. David Jwainer //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/rachel_blog.shtm Senior English major Rachel Morgandale is doing a unique independent study project this semester in attempting to craft a mystery novel and documenting the process. What’s Happening will be running a series of blog posts in Rachel’s own words throughout the semester chronicling her efforts. David Jwainer //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/42312_earthday.shtm For the third year in a row, Cedar Crest College held Scholarship Competition Day and awarded hundreds of thousands of dollars in academic scholarship to high school seniors with outstanding academic achievements and potential. This year’s top qualifier, Alexis Malone of Jamaica, N.Y., earned a full, four-year scholarship which will begin with her studies this fall. David Jwainer //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/41912_scholarship.shtm For the third year in a row, Cedar Crest College held Scholarship Competition Day and awarded hundreds of thousands of dollars in academic scholarship to high school seniors with outstanding academic achievements and potential. This year’s top qualifier, Alexis Malone of Jamaica, N.Y., earned a full, four-year scholarship which will begin with her studies this fall. David Jwainer //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/rachel_blog.shtm Senior English major Rachel Morgandale is doing a unique independent study project this semester in attempting to craft a mystery novel and documenting the process. What’s Happening will be running a series of blog posts in Rachel’s own words throughout the semester chronicling her efforts. David Jwainer //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/41812_award.shtm Cedar Crest College earned a spot on the 2012 President’s Higher Education Community Service Honor Roll. This marks the fifth consecutive year Cedar Crest has been chosen to receive the highest federal recognition a college or university can receive for its commitment to volunteering, service-learning and civic engagement in the local, national and international communities. David Jwainer //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/41712_multi.shtm One of Cedar Crest’s 22 strategic initiatives, the Center for Multicultural Life and Leadership has created a space where students of all cultural backgrounds can congregate, develop programming, act as a resource to the campus, and have immediate access to academic support. The multicultural center is largely staffed—and much of its programming is developed and scheduled—by Cedar Crest College students like freshman Demi Barzana. David Jwainer //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/4122012_titanic.shtm When 13-year-old Mark Vitalos saw the film, A Night to Remember—the 1958 film based on Walter Lord’s book on the sinking of the RMS Titanic in 1912—he was hooked on all of the amazing storylines that have captivated a country for a century. David Jwainer //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/rachel_blog.shtm Senior English major Rachel Morgandale is doing a unique independent study project this semester in attempting to craft a mystery novel and documenting the process. What’s Happening will be running a series of blog posts in Rachel’s own words throughout the semester chronicling her efforts. David Jwainer //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/30312_shea.shtm Kathleen O’Shea, a Pulitzer Prize-nominated author and activist for better care of the elderly in prisons, gave a presentation to more than 50 nursing students and faculty on March 20. David Jwainer //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/41112_ned.shtm Ned Rauch-Mannino works hard for the College as manager of foundation and government relations, and when he leaves the office he typically retreats to an island of his own making. Fingertip Island, that is. Rauch-Mannino is currently putting the finishing touches on book three in a series of fantasy novels for middle school children titled, “FingerTip Island: The Vincenzos’ Missing Sister,” which is tentatively slated for release at the end of this year. David Jwainer //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/offices/president/trustees_cas.shtm Long-time friends of Cedar Crest College and the Lehigh Valley—Mrs. Adrienne Angeletti Snelling and Dr. Charles D. Snelling—passed away on Thursday, March 29. David Jwainer //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/32712_chicago.shtm In this clip, Brenna Mateljan as Velma Kelly leads a group of lascivious ladies in their rendition of All that Jazz from the Cedar Crest College production of the larger-than-life musical, Chicago. A cast of more than 40 dancers and actors performed the play, which packed the 300-seat Samuels Theatre to capacity during its four-day run. David Jwainer //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/art/gallery.shtm March 25 - April 26 David Jwainer //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/32312_title.shtm Bernice Sandler, dubbed the “Godmother of Title IX” by the New York Times, spent the day at Cedar Crest College on March 22, sharing her experiences in co-developing and fighting for the federal law that has shaped equity in education for women. David Jwainer //www.wfmz.com/news/Forensic-science-takes-a-female-twist/-/121458/9696796/-/3hdcjc/-/index.html David Jwainer //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/womensleadership/profile_mateljan.shtm The professors at the school are a big part of my development as a leader. Having the opportunity to work beside them and also to take a step back and watch them in action, I have learned a great deal about what it takes to be a good leader. There are so many opportunities to be a leader on campus and I am honored to hold a few of these positions David Jwainer //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/32112_scouts.shtm The Girl Scouts of Eastern Pennsylvania (GSEP) will honor some of the Lehigh Valley’s most distinguished women, whose leadership and achievements have made the world a better place, during the organization’s March 27 Take the Lead event. The program is set for 5:30-7:30 p.m. at SteelStacks at ArtsQuest in Bethlehem. One of the award recipients is Cedar Crest College President Carmen Twillie Ambar. David Jwainer //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/rachel_blog.shtm Senior English major Rachel Morgandale is doing a unique independent study project this semester in attempting to craft a mystery novel and documenting the process. What’s Happening will be running a series of blog posts in Rachel’s own words throughout the semester chronicling her efforts. David Jwainer //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/31912_ipad.shtm Cedar Crest College Alumnae were asked to send in their updated email addresses for a chance to win an iPad 2. Over 1,700 alumnae responded. David Jwainer //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/ia/associates/associatesAward.shtm Lee and Dolores A. “Dolly” Butz were chosen to receive the 2012 Associates Award from the Cedar Crest College Board of Associates for their leadership and service to the community, which reflects the College’s own mission to educate the future generation of leaders. David Jwainer //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/30812_speech.shtm As everyone on campus was heading off for Spring Break, the Cedar Crest Forensic Speech Team ventured out for it's last regular season set of Tournaments at West Chester University - the AFA District VII Tournament, which is the last regular season Tournament prior to Nationals! Tim Brown //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/30712_frick.shtm Amanda Frick ’09 was recently selected as the Teacher Salute winner for February by local music station B104 FM. David Jwainer //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/22912_sym.shtm For many years, many science and math occupations have carried stereotypes of being “male” fields, but forensic science continues to be an area in which women not only hold their own, but in terms of sheer numbers, are far surpassing men. David Jwainer //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/30212_sara.shtm March 25 - April 26 David Jwainer //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/rachel_blog.shtm Senior English major Rachel Morgandale is doing a unique independent study project this semester in attempting to craft a mystery novel and documenting the process. What’s Happening will be running a series of blog posts in Rachel’s own words throughout the semester chronicling her efforts. David Jwainer //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/22112_formal.shtm Cedar Crest College’s annual Winter Formal was held recently at the Palace of Allentown and, as usual, it was a great opportunity for students to shake off the chill of winter and get cozy with friends amid great music and food. More than 115 attended the Phantom of the Opera-themed event, which was planned by the Winter Formal Committee comprised of students Colleen Aquino, Sarah Pilkington, Jenn Schwab, and Amber Getz. David Jwainer //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/22212_pow.shtm Power of Women founder Pamela Varkony spoke to a group of Cedar Crest students recently about her experiences while traveling through Afghanistan. A country known for its turbulent government and less than equal opportunity for women, Varkony painted a struggled-filled, yet hopeful picture for the country’s future--particularly the future of women. David Jwainer //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/22312_chicagoCaitlin.shtm Caitlin Bailey, a senior theatre major, discusses what it takes to produce a large-scale musical such as the Cedar Crest College Performing Arts production of Chicago. The popular 1920s-era play takes the Samuels Theatre stage from Feb. 23-26. David Jwainer //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/rachel_blog.shtm Senior English major Rachel Morgandale is doing a unique independent study project this semester in attempting to craft a mystery novel and documenting the process. What’s Happening will be running a series of blog posts in Rachel’s own words throughout the semester chronicling her efforts. David Jwainer //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/21712_chicagoBecca.shtm Rebecca Pandone, a senior theatre and communication major, discusses what it takes to play the cold and calculating Roxie Hart in the upcoming Cedar Crest College Performing Arts production of Chicago, as well as her experiences as a theatre major at Cedar Crest. The popular 1920s-era play takes the Samuels Theatre stage from Feb. 23-26. David Jwainer //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/21612_nowik.shtm Christine Nowik, assistant dean of student success and retention at Cedar Crest, has earned a 2012 Outstanding First-Year Student Advocate Award from The National Resource Center for The First-Year Experience and Students in Transition at the University of South Carolina and Cengage Learning. David Jwainer //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/20912_speech.shtm This past weekend, the Cedar Crest forensic speech team traveled to our nation’s capital for a forensic speech tournament hosted at Howard University, courtesy of SNAFU (Southern and Northern Atlantic Forensics Union). In addition to individual awards, teams compete for donations to be made to a charity of their choosing. Cedar Crest was competing in support of the National Multiple Sclerosis Society. David Jwainer //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/rachel_blog.shtm Senior English major Rachel Morgandale is doing a unique independent study project this semester in attempting to craft a mystery novel and documenting the process. What’s Happening will be running a series of blog posts in Rachel’s own words throughout the semester chronicling her efforts. David Jwainer //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/20912_chicagoSarah.shtm Stage manager Sarah Brennan, a junior theatre major, describes her role in making sure Cedar Crest Performing Arts shows, including the upcoming performances of Chicago, go off without a hitch. Chicago takes the Samuels Theatre Stage from Feb. 23-26. David Jwainer //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/20912_milton.shtm Milton Carrero, a health reporter for The Morning Call in Allentown, joined Precious Yamaguchi’s Intercultural Communication class on Feb. 1 to discuss his experiences as an Hispanic journalist, as well as how to turn dreams of a journalism career into reality. David Jwainer //www.wfmz.com/news/Consumer-spending-rises-at-end-of-2011/-/121458/8558544/-/6vuejiz/-/index.html New reports say the economy is growing faster, but we're not out of the woods yet. The movement is forward and upward, but what does it all mean? WFMZ //www.cedarcrestathletics.com/news/2012/1/25/GEN_0125124642.aspx David Jwainer //www.wfmz.com/news/President-to-deliver-State-of-the-Union-address-to-Congress/-/121458/8495722/-/3r3w73z/-/index.html David Jwainer //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/2012-1-23-mlk-gallery.shtm Cedar Crest College held its first Martin Luther King, Jr. Day of Service for faculty and staff on Jan. 16, and it was a rousing success by all accounts. Beside are comments from some of the 60 participants who volunteered for a few hours at 77 local service agencies, as well as photographs of their work there. Staff members from some of the host agencies have also been kind enough to share their thoughts. David Jwainer //www.cedarcrestathletics.com/news/2012/1/17/WBB_0117123931.aspx David Jwainer //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/11312_kara.shtm Cedar Crest College senior Kara Welch and junior Andrea Barner recently presented papers at the Sixth Undergraduate Conference in Medieval and Early Modern Studies at Moravian College. Welch presented her paper, "Fate and Free Will as They Facilitate Character Development in The Mists of Avalon," in the session titled, "Philosophy and Literature." Barner presented her paper, "The Lais of Marie de France: Predecessor to the Modern Romance," in the session titled, "Marie de France and Women’s Voices in Medieval French Literature." They were joined at the conference by English Professor Carol Pulham. David Jwainer //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/10612_exchange.shtm Cedar Crest College alumnae can now catch up on recent developments on campus, as well as what their fellow graduates and faculty are up to by simply accessing a PDF online from their iPAD, laptop, other mobile device, or desktop computer. David Jwainer //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/ibooks.shtm David Jwainer //www.cedarcrestathletics.com/news/2012/1/2/WBB_0102121609.aspx David Jwainer //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/122311_outbreak.shtm Students in Professor Alan Hale’s Bio 216 Outbreak Investigations: Case Studies in Epidemiology class participated in a five-week project beginning Oct. 31, in which they were presented with details of a fictional “campus outbreak.” David Jwainer //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/122011_speech.shtm The Cedar Crest College forensic speech team, the Forensicators, wrapped up the semester earlier this month with a competition at Florida State University–the largest non-regional competition the squad has competed in so far this season. The Forensicators competed against southeast powerhouse teams like Florida State, University of Florida, Clemson, UNC-Charlotte, and many other colleges and universities that the squad rarely sees in the course of their normal schedule. David Jwainer //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/121511_fea.shtm The Cedar Crest College education department hosted the first Future Educators Association (FEA) campus visit on Dec. 5. Eleven students and FEA members from Easton Area High School visited various locations on campus from 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. in an effort to experience a “typical day” as a Cedar Crest College education student. David Jwainer //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/121211_athletics.shtm Members of the Cedar Crest faculty and staff rooted for the Falcons basketball squad to upset Cabrini on Dec. 10 as part of the fifth annual Faculty and Staff Appreciation game. David Jwainer //www.wfmz.com/news/Lawmakers-squabble-over-extending-payroll-tax-cut/-/121458/4844208/-/6q91jjz/-/index.html David Jwainer //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/112911_makingof.shtm Students and faculty recently performed a unity dance at the annual health expo on campus in conjunction with the community's 5K walk/race for women's cancer. David Jwainer //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/113011_dance.shtm Cedar Crest Performing Arts presents, Student DanceWorks on Dec. 1, 2 and 3 at 8 p.m. Performances will be held in the Samuels Theatre of Tompkins College Center. Student DanceWorks is directed by Michelle Munno Jacobs, an assistant professor of dance at Cedar Crest College. David Jwainer //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/offices/president/vodcast1.shtm Each month, Cedar Crest College President Carmen Twillie Ambar is excited to bring you important news via video podcast in less time than it takes to retrieve your daily newspaper. David Jwainer //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/111811_klopp.shtm Robert Boehmer, an art teacher at Schnecksville Elementary School in the Parkland School District for most of his 38-year teaching career, is the 2011 recipient of Cedar Crest College’s Howard L. Klopp Exemplary Teacher Award, presented annually by the education department. David Jwainer //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/reimert/index.shtm Founder of The Global Fund for Children At 25, Maya Ajmera founded The Global Fund for Children, an international, non-profit organization that invests in innovative, community-based organizations working with some of the world’s most vulnerable children and youth. To date, these efforts have helped more than 1.5 million children. David Jwainer //www.cedarcrestathletics.com/ On the website, you will find: Schedules, results and game stories for each sport! Calendar of upcoming games! Rosters and bios for all our athletes! Schedules for our Recreation and Wellness programs! Staff directory and bios for our coaches and staff! The Falcon Athletes of the Month! Information about our club sports! Other headline news! Dan Donahue //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/111011_pow.shtm Cedar Crest College and Power of Women—a Lehigh Valley-based women’s empowerment organization “dedicated to providing opportunities for women to reach their goals and their potential”—have joined forces to bring the best in educational programming, lectures, and networking opportunities to women in the Lehigh Valley and beyond. David Jwainer //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/111011_jim.shtm Jim Brancato was a disinterested teenager when Bob Dylan’s 15th studio album, Blood on the Tracks, was released in 1975. David Jwainer //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/11211_dance.shtm Students and faculty performed a unity dance in show of support at the annual health expo held on the college campus in conjunction with the community's 5K walk/race for women's cancer. David Jwainer //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/2011-11-2_writer.shtm The 2011-12 Visiting Writer Series at Cedar Crest College continues with novelist Lisa Zeidner on Thursday, Nov. 10, at 4 p.m. The event, which is free to the public, will be held in the 1867 Room in Tompkins College Center. A reception and book signing will follow. David Jwainer //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/102511_miss.shtm Cedar Crest College will host a free screening of Miss Representation, a powerful film exploring how mainstream media contribute to the under-representation of women in influential positions in America, on Wednesday, Nov. 9, 7 p.m. in Samuels Theatre. One faculty member said the movie is equal parts exciting, aggravating and enlightening. David Jwainer //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/102611_art.shtm The C.R.E.A.T.E. (Community Related Experiences in Art Through Engagement) living learning community on campus offers students interested in the visual arts the chance to live and study together. Led by Jill Odegaard, associate professor and art department chair, the program brings learning out of the traditional classroom and into the local and global communities. David Jwainer //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/102011_sage.shtm Cedar Crest College launched its new School of Adult and Graduate Education (SAGE) during a special event on Wednesday, Oct. 19, at the Cosmopolitan in Allentown. Approximately 200 dignitaries, business people, members of the Cedar Crest College community, and other invited guests attended. David Jwainer //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/101411_cali.shtm Students from Cedar Crest College and other local colleges have consumed thousands of California-style tacos and burritos in the four-year existence of Cali Burrito, a vital component to the restaurant’s success. Now, students from Cedar Crest are helping the restaurant’s ownership with plans for expansion. David Jwainer //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/1072011_ipad.shtm First-year student Erin Schaeffer won the grand prize for the 2011 Welcome Back Festival in September—an iPad2, courtesy of the president's office. Schaeffer collected her prize on Oct. 5, when she met up with an excited President Carmen Twillie Ambar. David Jwainer //www.wfmz.com/news/Christie-says-he-s-not-running-for-The-White-House/-/121458/2330348/-/sg5jvv/-/index.html David Jwainer //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/92111_art.shtm Cedar Crest College’s art department will host a screening of Concrete, Steel and Paint on Tuesday, Oct. 25 from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. in Alumnae Hall auditorium located on Cedar Crest’s campus. A question and answer session will immediately follow, featuring a panel that includes the documentary film’s directors, Cindy Burstein and Tony Heriza, in addition to Cedar Crest art therapy and criminal justice faculty. Light refreshments will also be served. David Jwainer //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/92011_sage.shtm Bonnie Sofarelli has joined Cedar Crest College as the director of admissions for the new School of Adult and Graduate Education (SAGE). Sofarelli brings a wealth of college admissions experience to the position at both the graduate and undergraduate levels. David Jwainer //www.cnbc.com/id/44491276 David Jwainer //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/9611_kenzie.shtm Cedar Crest College faculty and students have been undertaking a research project involving the sustainability of the Queen Conch in Belize for the last six years led by John Cigliano, associate professor of biology, and Rich Kliman, professor of biology. This is the final in a series of short articles written by Kenzie Bickhart, a senior biodiversity and conservation biology major, who participated in the research project in August. David Jwainer //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/83111_koch.shtm Allentown native Lee Koch went to Germany for a study abroad experience as a student at Trinity University in San Antonio, Texas, in the late 80s. He met his wife-to-be there, got a three-month internship helping nurses at a local hospital, returned home to complete his senior year of studies, and then moved to Germany for good to be with his sweetheart. David Jwainer //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/82611_pics.shtm David Jwainer //www.wfmz.com/news/-/121458/428434/-/h86x8u/-/index.html David Jwainer //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/academics/first_year_experience/index.shtm This crucial first year can be overwhelming—but it’s also a unique opportunity to lay the groundwork for success in college and after graduation. That is what Cedar Crest College’s First Year Experience is all about. David Jwainer //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/81711_kenzi2.shtm Cedar Crest College faculty and students have been undertaking a research project involving the sustainability of the Queen Conch in Belize for the last six years led by John Cigliano, associate professor of biology, and Rich Kliman, professor of biology. This is the first in a series of short articles written by Kenzie Bickhart, a senior biodiversity and conservation biology major, who participated in the research project earlier this month. David Jwainer //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/81211_dino.shtm Nelson Maniscalco, professor of art, has been commissioned by Australian Age of Dinosaurs (AAOD) Ltd. to create a bronze skeletal sculpture of Australovenator wintonensis, also known as "Banjo,"a recently discovered dinosaur fossil and the largest predatory animal ever found in Australia. "Banjo"is estimated to have been about 15 feet long and similar in size, features and carnivorous activity to the velociraptor made famous in the Jurassic Park films. David Jwainer //www.mcall.com/opinion/yourview/mc-college-graduate-pay-meade-yv-081020110809,0,1694528.story David Jwainer //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/81511_kenzi1.shtm Cedar Crest College faculty and students have been undertaking a research project involving the sustainability of the Queen Conch in Belize for the last six years led by John Cigliano, associate professor of biology, and Rich Kliman, professor of biology. This is the first in a series of short articles written by Kenzie Bickhart, a senior biodiversity and conservation biology major, who participated in the research project earlier this month. David Jwainer //sage.cedarcrest.edu/july-workshop/tips/ David Jwainer //www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.210100609037205.49738.143472032366730 David Jwainer //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/62811_cs.shtm Cedar Crest College surpassed 27,000 hours of community service in 2010—its highest total ever—and once again earned a spot on the President’s Higher Education Community Service Honor Roll with Distinction. This marks the fourth consecutive year Cedar Crest has been chosen to receive the highest federal recognition a college or university can receive for its commitment to volunteering, service-learning and civic engagement in the local, national and international communities. David Jwanier //writingsfromaclutteredmind.blogspot.com/ David Jwainer //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/110714_angel.shtm Jose “Angel” Mojica, 14-year old son of Cedar Crest nursing student Brenda Sanchez and Jose Mojica, recently suffered a relapse of acute lymphoblastic leukemia, and the family seeks the help of the Cedar Crest College community in trying to find a bone marrow donor to help Angel tackle the disease. David Jwainer //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/athletics/2010-11/10-gen04.shtm David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/612011_asm.shtm Sarah Klein GET '11, Kayla Hager, GET '11, and Molly McQuilken GET '12 participated in the 111th General Meeting of the American Society for Microbiology (ASM) held in New Orleans from May 21-24. All three attended the conference and presenting posters describing results obtained from the research that they have done in collaboration with André Walther, Ph.D., an assistant professor of biological sciences at Cedar Crest College. The General Meeting of the American Society for Microbiology brings in leading researchers from across the globe to share and discuss their ongoing scientific research results related to microbiology. David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/commencement/chronicles.shtm Jessica Baltimore has worked at PPL Corporation, an energy supplier headquartered in Allentown, for 32 years, an exception in this day and age when people tend to change jobs every few years. Krystina Bailey was on the way to her 1 p.m. psychology class at Cedar Crest College on March 30 when she got a frantic call from her younger brother. David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/commencement/index.shtm The program for Cedar Crest College’s 141st commencement exercises on Saturday, May 14, features a commencement speaker with a strong track record of building and guiding technology companies, and honorary doctorate awardees who exemplify the College’s mission to develop future women leaders, including the co-creator of Take Our Daughters and Sons to Work Day, and the co-founder of Lutron Electronics. David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/commencement/bacc.shtm Commencement Day 2011 kicks off at 9 a.m. with the traditional baccalaureate ceremony in Lees Hall gymnasium. The baccalaureate is a ceremony where graduates, family, friends, and the Cedar Crest community come together to reflect and give pause in preparation for commencement and the next steps following graduation. The baccalaureate ceremony will have special music, readings from students, and a guest alumnae speaker. David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/51111_korea.shtm Cedar Crest College and Seoul Women’s University in South Korea plan to launch their new partnership with a flurry of activity in the coming months. In June, President Carmen Twillie Ambar will attend the 50th anniversary of Seoul Women’s University as an invited speaker on the vision and role of women’s colleges in the 21st century. In July, six Cedar Crest students will journey to Seoul to attend the four-week-long Bahrom International Program at SWU, and in August, two SWU students will arrive to spend a year at Cedar Crest. David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/5102011_pitch.shtm The Cedar Crest literary club, Preterite, launched its first-ever online journal of arts earlier this month. Pitch, which supplements the print literary magazine Onyx, contains publicized pieces of art (black and white or color photography, photographs of artwork, digital art or video), as well as works of literature in fiction, creative nonfiction, and poetry. Pitch also contains the most recent digital version of Onyx, which features the winners of Preterite’s annual writing contest. David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/592011_run.shtm Cedar Crest College senior nursing student Emily Mueller ran in the 115th Boston Marathon on April 18, completing the 26.2-mile course in less than four hours. Completing the marathon brought great satisfaction for Mueller. David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/562011_award.shtm Cedar Crest College President Carmen Twillie Ambar has earned the 2011 American Association of University Women (AAUW) Gateway to Equity Award from the organization’s Allentown Branch in recognition of her actions and philosophy, which are reflected in the AAUW mission of equality for all women and girls, lifelong education and positive social change. The award will be presented at the organization’s annual banquet on May 10 at Morgan’s Restaurant in Allentown. David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/562011_reading.shtm CTim Rasinski, Ph.D., one of the foremost reading education experts in the world and a professor of literacy education at Kent State University, was at Cedar Crest College on April 21 to meet with area teachers and present a lecture. David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/542011_brown.shtm Tim Brown, assistant professor of performing arts and director of the forensic speech team at Cedar Crest, received a very prestigious national award–the Outstanding New Forensics Coach award. Though he has been working with the forensic speech team for five years now, the American Forensics Association award recognizes an outstanding coach who has been working with his or her team for one to 5 years. David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/4272011_nurse.shtm Cedar Crest College’s team of senior nursing majors defeated Temple University in the finals at the fourth annual Southeast Pennsylvania Regional Student Nurse Challenge held recently at Gwynedd-Mercy College. The Cedar Crest contingent included Nichole Bloch, Emily Mueller, Cara Eckhart, Carolyn Zimpfer, and Kristen Flores. The team won a $500 cash prize for the Student Nurses Association (SNA). The traveling “Challenge Trophy” that was won will be displayed in the Hamilton Boulevard Building throughout the next year. David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/4272011.shtm Preterite, the Cedar Crest College literary club, recently held its annual writing contest for students. More than 55 entries were blind reviewed by a panel including three student judges, three faculty judges from within the humanities department, and three faculty judges from outside the humanities department. David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/4252011_podcast.shtm In this podcast the President discusses the importance of study abroad and its implementation at Cedar Crest. David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/4252011_hw.shtm The Health Connection at Cedar Crest College will host its 8th Annual Conference on Health and Wellness on Tuesday, April 26, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in Tompkins College Center. The theme of this year’s conference is “Choices and Lifestyles; Healthy Women, Healthy Lives.” The conference will explore the unique attributes of women’s health from a bio-psycho-social-spiritual perspective. David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/4192011_rep.shtm Cedar Crest College professors often try to bring real-world experience into the classroom, and the criminal justice department and instructor Paul Werrel are no exception. State Representative Douglas Reichley (R-Berks/Lehigh) visited Werrel’s Crime and Public Policy class recently to speak to students about the dynamics of the media, ideology and politics involved in—as well as the disconnect at times between—policy as written and policy implementation. David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/4182011_sdw.shtm Student DanceWorks, a dance program featuring original choreography from Cedar Crest College students April 15 and 16 at 8 p.m., with a matinee on April 17 at 2 p.m. Public performances will be held in the Samuels Theatre of Tompkins College Center David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/462011_tech.shtm Performing arts faculty members Kevin Gallagher and Rebecca Callan took six students to Charlotte, N.C., during spring break for a United States Institute for Theatre Technology (USITT) conference. Cedar Crest students who attended were senior Kathleen Cancelino; juniors Caitlin Bailey, Ashley Dymond and Colleen Shea; sophomore Sarah Brennan; and first-year student Jessica Moody. David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/462011_kuc.shtm Cedar Crest College sophomore communication major Jessica Kuc earned the honor for best review at a four-year college newspaper during the 2011 Keystone Press Awards, presented by the Pennsylvania Newspaper Association Foundation and Pennsylvania Society of Newspaper Editors during a luncheon in Hershey last month. David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/472011_sdw.shtm Student DanceWorks, a dance program featuring original choreography from Cedar Crest College students April 15 and 16 at 8 p.m., with a matinee on April 17 at 2 p.m. Public performances will be held in the Samuels Theatre of Tompkins College Center David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/4142011_fashion.shtm On Saturday, April 16 from 6-9 p.m., Seven Generations Charter School will host the Sustainable Style Fashion Show, a fundraising event to benefit the school. Cedar Crest senior communication major Dannah Hartman and Cedar Crest College’s student-run Art Society have collaborated in order to put together the event, which will focus on a fashion show that features recycled/eco-friendly designs. David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/452011_forensic.shtm Lawrence Quarino, head of the forensic science program at Cedar Crest College, and alumnae Christina Mulligan ’08, ’09, and Stacie Kaufman, ’08, ’09 published a paper in the latest edition of the Journal of Forensic Science (Vol. 56, No. 20) titled “The Utility of Polyester and Cotton as Swabbing Substrates for the Removal of Cellular Material from Surfaces.” David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/32911_art.shtm Art therapist Bob Schoenholtz visited Cedar Crest College on March 21 for a dinner and discussion about his dynamic field. First, he joined art therapy students for an informal dinner in which the students were able to ask him questions about his career. David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/32111_dance.shtm Cedar Crest junior Nicole Magloire and senior Cinthia Marino presented their work in the American College Dance Festival at Muhlenberg College from March 9-12. Both Magloire and Marino had choreographed dance pieces at Cedar Crest in preparation for their own concerts at the festival, which were professionally judged. A piece by junior Hannah Walters was performed during an informal concert. David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/32111_career.shtm The Cedar Crest College Office of Career Planning is hosting a number of activities to help students prepare for the job market during Career Week, through March 25. David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/athletics/2010-11/10-bb47.shtm Cedar Crest College's Lizzy Sunderhaus of Hamilton, Ohio, has been named the female recipient of 2011 Jostens Trophy, widely regarded as the highest honor awarded in the sport of NCAA Division III basketball. The award, announced today by the Rotary Club of Salem, Virginia, is based on excellence on the court, in the classroom, and in the community. David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/30411_asb.shtm Members of the Cedar Crest College community are once again building houses for Habitat for Humanity as part of Alternative Spring Break activities from March 6-12. This year, 15 students and three faculty/staff advisors, including College President Carmen Twillie Ambar, are venturing to Pendleton County, W.Va., over spring break to help Almost Heaven Habitat for Humanity with its statewide Women’s Build initiative. President Ambar will return to campus on March 8. David Jwanier //www.wfmz.com/lehighvalleynews/27045384/detail.html David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/athletics/2010-11/10-bb38.shtm Cedar Crest Basketball Coach Valerie Donohue still remembers the summary she got on senior Leann Wallower (Havertown, PA/Haverford) while out on the recruiting trail - a great kid, quiet but hard-working, a great fit for a blossoming program, but not much of an offensive threat. To such doubters, Wallower had just one question on Saturday afternoon: "How do you like me now?" Dan Donohue //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/20311_lehigh.shtm Cedar Crest College faculty members Arlene Peltola and Scott Hoke each authored a section of the State of the Lehigh Valley 2010 report published by the Lehigh Valley Research Consortium (LVRC). Peltola, assistant professor of business, management and economics, and Hoke, assistant professor of criminal justice, are executive board members of the LVRC—which consists of educators from area colleges and universities. They were very pleased to work on the annual report. David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/21411_speech.shtm The Cedar Crest College forensic speech team earned several awards during a competition at Wilkes University from Feb. 4-6. The team competed in a series of tournaments during the weekend, with most members placing in the top five in their respective categories. David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/athletics/2010-11/10-bb22.shtm Except for the final score, it all came together beautifully for Cedar Crest's Lizzy Sunderhaus (Hamilton, OH/Stephen T. Badin) on Saturday. Dan Donohue //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/21511_fink.shtm The Cedar Crest College forensic speech team earned several awards during a competition at Wilkes University from Feb. 4-6. The team competed in a series of tournaments during the weekend, with most members placing in the top five in their respective categories. David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/pressreleases/january252011.shtm Kaitlyn Shapiro, 17, of Lehighton has won the 2011 Cedar Crest College Scholarship Competition and with it a four-year, full tuition Trustee Scholarship. Shapiro competed in the College’s Scholarship Competition Day in December, where she received the highest score out of 56 participants. David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/1611_shaw.shtm Bart Shaw, professor of history at Cedar Crest College, earned the 2010 W. Norris Paxton Award, a national prize given by the International Association of Torch Clubs (IATC). The Paxton Award honors the best nominated paper delivered to a Torch Club each year. Shaw’s paper, titled “The United States Vice Presidency: Its History and Hard Times,” focuses on the gradual transition of the vice president’s office from one of little power to one of increasing power and prestige. David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/121610_career.shtm Kate Carannante recently joined Cedar Crest College as the director of career planning. She comes to the College from Independence Planning Group in Blue Bell, Pa., where she worked as a recruiting manager. Prior to recruiting, she served as the director of career services and internships and as an adjunct faculty member at DeSales University. David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/121510_spirit.shtm Cedar Crest College’s commuter students will take center stage when spring semester begins with Commuter Spirit Week (C.S.W.), slated from Jan. 18 through Jan. 24. The week of activities is being sponsored by the Commuter Awareness Board (C.A.B.). The mission of the Commuter Awareness Board is to bring commuters and the rest of the college community closer through service and fellowship, and the entire Cedar Crest College community is invited to participate Commuter Spirit Week events. David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/122310_transfer.shtm Boosting the degree completion rate for students enrolled at two-year schools has been a priority for President Barack Obama, Pennsylvania Governor Edward Rendell, and the presidents of area community colleges. David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/121310_scholar.shtm Cedar Crest College hosted its second annual Scholarship Competition Day on Dec. 4, during which 56 high school seniors with outstanding academic credentials vied for the top prize—a full-ride, four-year Trustee Scholarship valued at approximately $125,000. The competition was open to young women who will attend college in fall of 2011. David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/12310_cs.shtm With more than 27,000 hours of community service during the 2009-10 academic year and a third consecutive selection to the President’s Higher Education Community Service Honor Roll, Cedar Crest College has become synonymous with caring. David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/radio/radio.asx Paul Pastrone //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/12810_frolic.shtm One of the best ways to wind down the semester is by attending Frolic and Midnight Breakfast. During Frolic, which is set for Monday, Dec. 13, from 8 p.m. to midnight, the campus community gathers to watch skits performed by students, clubs/organizations, faculty and staff. These entertaining skits are frequently funny and/or academic-related. David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/12910_dj.shtm Cedar Crest College President Carmen Twillie Ambar will serve as guest DJ on CCC Radio this Friday, Dec. 10, from 3-4 p.m. Tune in online at www.cedarcrest.edu/cccradio or on Channel 17 on campus television to listen as President Ambar spins some of her favorite records and chats about the College and its future direction. David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/12110_art.shtm The work of students in the senior studio seminar course, ART 470, at Cedar Crest College, will be on display during the art exhibition, Our Eight Fold Path, through Jan. 31 in Alumnae Hall Capstone Gallery. Senior art majors Chealsea Anagnoson, Sarah Binder, Gabrielle Buzgo, Erica Hawkey, Rose Marsh, Victoria Snyder, Jillian Webberson and Lindsey Wagner will discuss their art work at an artist’s reception on Wednesday, Dec. 1, from 4:30-6 p.m. David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/12110_santa.shtm The multicultural center in Butz Hall will present a program on the Caribbean celebration of Christmas this Thursday, Dec. 2, at 1 p.m. Join residence life intern and native Jamaican Donnette Stewart as she describes how the holiday is celebrated in her homeland and surrounding countries. Jamaican Christmas cake and traditional sorrel beverage will be served. David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/pressreleases/November2320102.shtm David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/pressreleases/November232010.shtm David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/111610_buzgo.shtm This is the final in a series of articles on an art exhibition curated by senior integrated art major Gabrielle Buzgo, titled, Where the Women Are: Defining the Cedar Crest College Woman. This installment focuses on the gallery opening on November 10 in Alumnae Hall. The art will be displayed for public viewing through Nov. 17. David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/111910_bingo.shtm In celebration of the upcoming Thanksgiving holiday, the Student Activities Board at Cedar Crest will host its annual Turkey Bingo on Monday, Nov. 22, at 8 p.m. in the Tompkins College Center dining hall. David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/111010_muertos.shtm When the Spanish Conquistadors landed in what is now Mexico, they encountered natives practicing a 3,000-year-old ritual that seemed to mock death. Unlike the Spaniards, who viewed death as the end of life, the natives viewed it as the continuation of life. They built alters to remember their loved ones, and welcomed back their spirits. David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/111610_chef.shtm This week is International Education Week, and Parkhurst/Cedar Crest Dining Services will provide a mouth-watering experience in global cuisine when “Traveling Chefs” comes to the Tompkins College Center dining hall on Wednesday, Nov. 17, from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/111010_bigsis.shtm The Big Sis Lil Sis “Dink Donut Night,” one of Cedar Crest’s greatest traditions, is being hosted this Thursday, Nov. 11, at 9:30 p.m. in the Tompkins College Center dining hall. David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/11510_cell.shtm Cedar Crest College Performing Arts hosted the first-ever Dead Cell Phone Day on campus on November 4, and it proved to be a great success. WFMZ-TV 69 was on campus to tape a segment on the event. David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/102610_buzgo.shtm Curating an art exhibition can be thrilling. Developing an interesting theme, arranging artwork in a thought-provoking fashion, and seeing the impact the show has on viewers are a few of the exciting facets of the job. However, there is also plenty of “grunt work” for a curator to do. David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/102510_athletes.shtm For the second straight year, The Colonial States Athletic Conference (CSAC) has presented Cedar Crest College with the Colonial States Athletic Conference Institutional Academic Excellence Award. The 107 student-athletes of Cedar Crest College posted the highest overall GPA (3.21) in the CSAC during the 2009-2010 academic year. David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/101910_disaster.shtm Approximately 60 nursing students from Cedar Crest College and DeSales University participated in an emergency response training exercise on October 8 on the DeSales campus. Joining the nursing students were members of the Cedar Crest EMS (CCC EMS), DeSales Emergency Medical Services (DSU EMS), DeSales University Police and members of the local community emergency medical services. More than 80 people participated in the event. David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/102010_buzgo.shtm Gabrielle Buzgo began designing and making clothes for herself when was seven, so she’s always had a creative streak. Still, when she arrived at Cedar Crest College as a first-year student on an art scholarship, she wasn’t so self-assured David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/101910_athena.shtm Cedar Crest College President Carmen Twillie Ambar has been chosen the 2010 ATHENA Award recipient by the Women’s Business Council (WBC) of the Greater Lehigh Valley Chamber of Commerce. She received the award on October 19 during the Athena Awards Luncheon at Northampton Country Club in Bethlehem Township. David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/101510_tv.shtm Students in the communication department at Cedar Crest College were able to attend a taping of the show ‘Whatever’ With Alexis and Jennifer on October 13. They were able to get a “behind-the-scenes” look at televised broadcasting and apply it to their lessons in journalism. On the show, special guests such as Vanilla Ice, the “Great Throwdini” (a knife-thrower), Brooke Peterson from The Private Chefs of Beverly Hills, and the host of What Not to Wear, Clinton Kelly, appeared and were interviewed in front of a live audience. David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/101510_bear.shtm Cedar Crest College was the recipient of the 2010 Francis R. Bear Fire Prevention Award, given to a local organization that has partnered with Allentown Fire Department to create a safer workplace. The award was presented during the department’s fire prevention and awards ceremony on Monday, Oct. 11. David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/10810_volley.shtm The setter position, much like the quarterback in football or the point guard in basketball, makes the offense go on the court—and no one in the history of Cedar Crest College has done it better than senior business major Lauren Seale. A week ago in a home contest against Valley Forge Christian College, Seale broke the school record of 1,758 career assists, set in 2006 by Helen Luu. Her total stands at 1,817 assists with nine matches still to go this season. David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/91710_jill.shtm Cedar Crest College presents an exhibition of Art Department Chair Jill Odegaard’s work titled, “Intersections,” from Sept. 21 to Jan. 22 in Cressman Library, with an artist talk and reception scheduled for Oct. 20, from 4:30-6:30 p.m. The exhibition, which will primarily feature papermaking and fabrics pieces, is free and open to the public. David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/91410_kern.shtm For aspiring journalist Elizabeth Kern ’10, working over the summer as a lifestyles/entertainment reporter at The Morning Call was an exciting audition she hopes will help her land a fulltime gig. She got the opportunity through her connections with Christine Schiavo, a Morning Call editor who served as co-advisor of the Cedar Crest student newspaper, The Crestiad, in the fall of 2009. David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/10610_rainbow.shtm A rainbow stretches over Butz Hall in this photo taken by Cedar Crest College Alumna Christine Hickey on Tuesday, October 5. David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/101310_talent.shtm The Student Activities Board is looking for talented students from the Cedar Crest College community to come out for “CCC’s Got Talent”—a talent show that will take place this Friday, Oct. 15, from 8-9:30 p.m. David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/10410_provost.shtm Cedar Crest College’s new provost, Betty Powell, Ph.D., has been hard at work since her arrival in July examining the institution’s already strong academic programs and faculty, and devising strategies to make them even better. David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/10410_pizza.shtm The Art Society at Cedar Crest College is hosting a “Decorate Your Own” Pizza Night tonight, Oct. 4, from 5-7 p.m. in Butz Fireside Lounge. David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/10510_research.shtm The Cedar Crest chapter of the National Biological Honor Society, Beta Beta Beta, will host a “Research Night” on Oct. 5, from 5:30-6:30 p.m. in the Miller Family Building Room 137. David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/92910_run.shtm Join Cedar Crest College students as they lace up their sneakers to support critical initiatives this weekend. On Saturday, Oct. 2, Turning Point of the Lehigh Valley will again be hosting the STEP OUT Walk Against Domestic Violence. Registration begins at 9 a.m. and the run/walk begins at 10 a.m. Students can participate in the run/walk, or volunteer to help with registration, set-up and clean-up. For more information about this event, please contact the Lutz Center for Community Service at ext. 3438 or service@cedarcrest.edu. David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/91410_edu.shtm Once again, faculty, staff and students of the education department at Cedar Crest College are collecting books and monetary donations to support an Allentown elementary school to mark International Literacy Day on Sept. 8. Members of the department will attend the annual open house at McKinley Elementary School on Sept. 15, and present donated items and funds to Principal Rick Kern. David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/91710_bonfire.shtm The Cedar Crest College Student Activities Board and Alpha Phi Omega will host the campus' annual bonfire tonight (Sept. 17) at 8 p.m. on the Steinbright Hall lawn near the Dance Studio. David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/9910_london.shtm Cedar Crest College students have the opportunity to travel to London over Spring Break 2011. The trip includes visits to Westminster Abbey, the Tower of London, the British Museum and Library, the Globe Theatre, two theater nights in London, a Sherlock Holmes walking tour, a medieval banquet, and a day “out of town” to see Stonehenge and Bath, as well as free time for participants to make their own discoveries. David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/9710_satori.shtm SATORI, a mixed chamber music ensemble of winds, strings and piano based in the Lehigh Valley, will play a special concert featuring music from women composers on Friday, September 10, at 7 p.m. in Tompkins College Center’s Samuels Theatre on the campus of Cedar Crest College. The concert, which is sponsored by the Gender Studies Program at Cedar Crest College, is free and open to the public. David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/9710_welcome.shtm The first-ever Welcome Back Festival at Cedar Crest College is over, but what a fantastic event is was! Hundreds of students got to know the campus a little better by visiting administrative offices and meeting employees who will help them in a variety of ways during their college careers, as well as by enjoying lunch with members of the faculty. David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/9210_queen.shtm For the second year in a row, a Cedar Crest College student has claimed the title of Great Allentown Fair Queen. Sophomore nursing student Stephanie Baunach will wear the crown in 2010, succeeding junior elementary education major Katey Dauble. David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/83110_fulford.shtm Cynthia Fulford, Ph.D., recently joined Cedar Crest College as its first-ever executive director of women’s leadership and student development. In this position, she oversees three offices that focus on developing extra-and co-curricular programs designed to broaden students’ educational and professional experiences. Activities implemented through her office will help students develop leadership competencies that include communication skills, community and global involvement, critical thinking, decision-making, conflict management, and an appreciation for diversity. David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/83110_nurse.shtm The inaugural class of Master of Science in Nursing students at Cedar Crest College met for the last time on August 18, during which they presented their individual, evidence-based practice projects to the academic community, family, friends, co-workers, employers, and more. The 19 graduates have completed degree requirements and are eligible to walk in the College’s commencement ceremony next May. David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/93010_picnic.shtm Paul Pastrone //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/93010_dance.shtm Cedar Crest College is now offering its popular community dance classes during the 2010/11 school year. Ballet, modern and jazz classes will be offered Monday and Tuesday evenings to adults of all skill levels. David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/72910_ambar.shtm No one has ever said that being a college president is easy, but doing the job effectively while also rearing three-year-old triplets takes the challenge to a whole other level. David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/81810_nurse.shtm The Cedar Crest College community is invited to join the first graduating class of the Master of Science in Nursing program for a scientific poster session on Wednesday, August 18, from 6-8 p.m. David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/7910_diet.shtm The 10-month internship program will combine didactic course work with 1,200 hours of supervised practice at partner institutions and organizations. Participants will complete experiences in clinical nutrition, food service and management, and community nutrition settings. Successful completion of a dietetic internship is a requirement to become a registered dietitian. David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/63010_provost.shtm Betty Powell, Ph.D., will join Cedar Crest College as its new provost on July 1. After a national search, Dr. Powell was selected as the College’s chief academic officer, where she will play a central role in the recruitment, promotion and professional development of faculty and will spearhead curriculum assessment. The provost provides intellectual leadership and support for all academic departments and multi-disciplinary programs. David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/63010_segal.shtm Two of Cedar Crest English Professor Carolyn Segal’s poems appear in the summer 2010 issue of 2River View. “The Island Postmaster’s Daughter” and “Vanishing Point” can be viewed at www.2river.org. David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/62210_profs.shtm John Cigliano, chair of biological sciences at Cedar Crest College, and Richard Kliman, associate professor of biological sciences, have been working for several years on a project to study the queen conch population in Belize, a Central American country bordered by Mexico, Guatemala, and the Caribbean Sea. David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/61710_chef.shtm Cedar Crest College’s Executive Chef, Jerry Rogers, is the featured Chef of the Week on WFMZ TV-69 and will prepare culinary treats on the morning news this Friday, June 18, at 7:20 a.m., 7:50 a.m., 8:20 a.m., and 8:50 a.m. Rogers will presenting and tasting various Columbian dishes including a Latin tomato rainbow salad, grilled pork tenderloin with grilled corn and a guava drink. David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/pressreleases/june152010.shtm David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/admissions/orientationSummer_home.shtm David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/pressreleases/June82010.shtm David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/pressreleases/june22010.shtm David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/52810_crestiad.shtm The Crestiad, Cedar Crest College’s school newspaper since 1923, was recently awarded first place with merit for colleges and universities with an enrollment of 1001-1700 by the American Scholastic Press Association (ASPA), the only school in its group to earn this highest possible distinction. According to the ASPA, those schools earning this ranking were, in the opinion of the judge, “an outstanding example of a scholastic publication in format, content, and presentation.” David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/alumnae/reunion_schedule10.shtm David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/51910_speech.shtm Elizabeth Statham of Bangor, Pa., a theatre and community education graduate, gave the student address at the Cedar Crest College Commencement on May 15, in essence telling her roughly 405 fellow graduates that they are well prepared to be successful leaders in their careers and life. David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/51710_docchio.shtm Few Cedar Crest graduates who stepped to the podium to collect their degrees at commencement this Saturday, May 15, appreciated the moment more than Michelle Docchio. That’s because few had to battle for their lives before ever stepping foot in one of the College’s classrooms. David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/51410_grad.shtm Justine Klaassen of Allentown began college at Lebanon Valley College in the fall of 2005 with high hopes of earning her bachelor’s degree in psychobiology. A few months later her mother Donna—a registered nurse—enrolled in the nursing program at Cedar Crest College to earn her bachelor’s degree. David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/51310_wright.shtm When Sally Wright graduated from William Allen High School in Allentown in the late 1970s, the thought of going to college quickly faded as she got married and started a family digital imaging business. Three decades later, she’s not only graduating from Cedar Crest College this week, she’s doing so with her second bachelor’s degree in less than a year David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/51410_art.shtm Rachel Vogel’s art is part of the Cedar Crest College Senior Art Exhibition, which will be displayed in the Lachaise Gallery in Miller Family Building through May 15. Her thoughts on the inspiration and motivation behind her work are below as the next in a series of brief articles on students participating in the exhibition. David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/51310_art.shtm Devin Ursini’s art is part of the Cedar Crest College Senior Art Exhibition, which will be displayed in the Lachaise Gallery in Miller Family Building through May 15. Her thoughts on the inspiration and motivation behind her work are below as the next in a series of brief articles on students participating in the exhibition. David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/51010_alex.shtm This Saturday, Alexandra Edgington-Giordano will earn her bachelor’s degree from Cedar Crest College in technical theatre and integrated art. Four years ago, forecasting such an achievement would’ve taken a great deal of faith. Back then, Edgington-Giordano was at another small college, partying too much and causing her type 1 diabetes to spiral out of control. David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/51110_art.shtm Sally Wright’s art is part of the Cedar Crest College Senior Art Exhibition, which will be displayed in the Lachaise Gallery in Miller Family Building through May 15. Her thoughts on the inspiration and motivation behind her work are below as the next in a series of brief articles on students participating in the exhibition. David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/51010_art.shtm Diane Kohlreiter’s art is part of the Cedar Crest College Senior Art Exhibition, which will be displayed in the Lachaise Gallery in Miller Family Building through May 15. Her thoughts on the inspiration and motivation behind her work are below as the next in a series of brief articles on students participating in the exhibition. David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/50610_pres.shtm Most of the historic charm of Blaney Hall has traditionally been reserved for the first floor, but the second floor has made some presidential strides this week, thanks to the work of Cedar Crest College students. These students—most of whom are art majors—scanned old photographs of all the past presidents of the College onto canvas, added their own artistic flourishes via paintbrush to give them a contemporary touch, and placed them in wooden frames. The result is Cedar Crest’s very own “Hall of Presidents” in the main stairway leading to the second floor. David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/50710_art.shtm Molly Bair’s art is part of the Cedar Crest College Senior Art Exhibition, which will be displayed in the Lachaise Gallery in Miller Family Building through May 15. Her thoughts on the inspiration and motivation behind her work are below as the second in a series of brief articles on students participating in the exhibition. David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/50610_art.shtm Amanda Dombroski’s art is part of the Cedar Crest College Senior Art Exhibition, which will be displayed in the Lachaise Gallery in Miller Family Building through May 15. Her thoughts on the inspiration and motivation behind her work are below as the first in a series of brief articles on students participating in the exhibition. “The bold compositions, bright colors and seemingly ordinary subject matter are several aspects of the Pop Art movement that I have drawn inspiration from. To me, subject matter depicting average people and the things we encounter daily possess more captivating qualities than classical paintings. David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/40610_parkland.shtm Sergeant Roger Hawkey has patrolled the Cedar Crest campus for years as a member of the campus police, but lately he’s had the assistance of a young protégé who’s thinking of following in his footsteps. David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/athletics/0910-lax16.shtm David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/50410_frolic.shtm The end of the semester is right around the corner and the Cedar Crest College Student Activities Board will hold the annual Student/Faculty Frolic this Wednesday, May 5, from 8 p.m. to 11 p.m. in the Samuels Theatre of Tompkins College Center. Frolic will kick off with a performance by the student/faculty rock band Doorstop Revolution, followed at 9 p.m. by a series of skits performed by student and faculty groups. David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/42810_art.shtm Cedar Crest College will host its annual senior art exhibition from April 30 through May 15 in Lachaise Gallery in the Miller Family Building, with an artist reception set for April 30, from 6-7:30 p.m. The exhibition and reception, which are free and open to the public, include paintings, ceramics, photography, book arts, printmaking and papermaking, some of which are two-dimensional or even three dimensional. David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/commencement/index.shtm //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/commencement/index.shtm David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/42910_holi.shtm Cedar Crest students in the campus’ Society of Asian Animation are holding a Holi Festival of Colors celebration on the Lees Hall lawn this Friday, April 30, beginning at 11 a.m. Holi is a spring festival celebrated in countries with large Hindu populations to usher in the spring season. David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/42810_greek.shtm Cedar Crest College senior Chealsea Anagnoson—a fine arts, secondary education and general science major—is staging the Greek play, Iphigenia at Aulis, this Saturday, May 1, at 2 p.m. in the Greek Theatre located behind Tompkins College Center. David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/42710_beatles.shtm The Cedar Crest Performing Arts Department presents “A Beatles Tribute,” featuring performances by the All-College Chorus, Cedar Crest Singers, and instrumental ensemble on Sunday, May 2, at 2 p.m. in Samuels Theatre of Tompkins College Center. The concert, which is free and open to the public, will showcase the music of the band widely considered to be the best pop/rock band of all time. David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/42710_theatre.shtm Students in Marion McCorry’s introductory theatre course, Experiencing Theatre, are performing one-act plays for their final class projects on Wednesday, April 28, from 2:30-3:30 p.m. in the Alumnae Hall Little Theatre. The theme for the performances, which are free and open to the campus community, is “Location, Location, Location,” with all of the one-act plays illustrating how place can define relationships. David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/42610_health.shtm The Health Connection at Cedar Crest College will host its 7th Annual Conference on Health and Wellness on Tuesday, April 27, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. The theme of this year’s conference—most of which will be held in Tompkins College Center—is “Rediscovering the Past, Exploring the Future.” David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/42610_high.shtm The athletics department at Cedar Crest College and the NCAA Champs/Life Skills Program are bringing a program to campus titled, “How to Get High Naturally,” on Monday, April 26, at 7 p.m. in the Samuels Theatre of Tompkins College Center. The program, which is free and open to the campus community, features Matt Bellace, Ph.D., a member of the National Speakers Association and a regular at comedy clubs in New York City. David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/42310_write.shtm Cedar Crest College recently held its college writing contest, which recognizes excellence in scholarly writing in both first-year composition and writing-in-the-discipline courses. Those with winning submissions include: First-Year Writing—First Place: Emily Bergey, “Discovering Education”; Second Place: Sara Barscheski, “Forgiveness: A Social Dilemma or Individual Dilemma?” Third Place: Amy Palmisano, “Two Unnecessary Evils: Allophilia and Xenophobia.” Writing-in-the-Discipline—First Place: Marilyn Barrell, “The Rationing of Healthcare”; Second Place: Sherry A. Kelley, “In My Kitchen”; Third Place: Autumn Drury, “The Hill.” David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/pressreleases/April222010.shtm Cedar Crest College will showcase the original choreography of students during its annual Student DanceWorks held on Friday and Saturday, April 23 and 24, at 8 p.m. in the Samuels Theatre of Tompkins College Center. David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/pressreleases/april162010.shtm Cedar Crest College held its promotion and tenure ceremony on April 15, during which Amy J. Reese, Ph.D., was promoted from assistant professor to associate professor of biological sciences and granted tenure, and Michael Donovan, MBA, associate professor of business management and economics, was granted tenure. David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/42110_kat.shtm The new Go Green Club at Cedar Crest College will host a six-hour forum dedicated to solving the world’s greatest environmental challenges on Earth Day this Thursday, April 22. David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/42110_night.shtm Cedar Crest College will hold a “Take Back the Night” candlelight vigil this Thursday, April 22. “Take Back the Night” is a nationally recognized event that will unite the campus in support of survivors of sexual violence and illuminate the darkness of abuse, domestic violence, and sexual assault. David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/41910_hall.shtm Cedar Crest College is having its annual Hall Olympics starting on April 19th at 12 p.m. Shannon Duncan //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/4162010_video.shtm David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/41610_carrie.shtm Senior dance student Carrie Moore has participated in many dance concerts at Cedar Crest, as well as a few theatrical productions, but she has taken her efforts to another level for her dance and honors capstone projects: the soup-to-nuts production of an original work titled, Prospero’s Masque, based on the writings and poetry of Edgar Allan Poe, which will appear on the Samuels Theatre stage on Saturday, April 17, at 2 p.m. This brief article—which chronicles Moore’s growth as a performer at Cedar Crest—is the final in a series examining various aspects of the production. David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/41510_children.shtm A group of senior theater students at Cedar Crest have produced a play for youngsters four to eight years of age titled, Children’s Tales from Around the World, which will be staged on Friday, April 16, at noon in the Alumnae Hall Little Theatre. Members of the Cedar Crest College and their families are welcome to attend. David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/41510_recycle.shtm Cedar Crest College’s first-ever participation in the national RecycleMania program has come to an end, and Curtis Hall has earned top honors for collecting the most recycling per student among the dorms and commuter students. Curtis Hall was followed in order in the standings by Butz, Moore and Steinbright halls, and commuter students. For their winning efforts, students in Curtis Hall have earned the highly coveted RecycleMania trophy for this year, as well as a pizza party tonight from 6:30-9:30 p.m., featuring a special guest appearance by College President Carmen Twillie Ambar. David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/41410_carrie.shtm Senior dance student Carrie Moore has participated in many dance concerts at Cedar Crest, as well as a few theatrical productions, but she has taken her efforts to another level for her dance and honors capstone projects: the soup-to-nuts production of an original work titled, Prospero’s Masque, based on the writings and poetry of Edgar Allan Poe, which will appear on the Samuels Theatre stage on Saturday, April 17, at 2 p.m. This brief article, which addresses the composition of Prospero’s Masque—as well as the reasoning behind Moore expanding her final project into a full-blown, 70-minute production—is the second in a series examining various aspects of the production. David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/41410_bingo.shtm The student activities board will be sponsoring Spring Bingo this Wednesday, April 14, at 9:45 p.m. in the dining hall of the Tompkins College Center. Students will have the opportunity to win prizes while having fun with their friends. David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/41310_nurse.shtm When Cedar Crest nursing student Stephanie Sarge receives her bachelor’s degree in June, she’ll do so with a bit of extra incentive to provide the very best in patient care, thanks to her own childhood experience. When Sarge was 12, she spent more than two weeks at Lehigh Valley Hospital-Cedar Crest recovering from a bout with strep bacterial pneumonia. There, she met Loretta Gogel, R.N., a nurse whose compassionate care made a lasting impression on Sarge and her family. After Sarge recovered and left the hospital, the family kept in touch with Gogel. David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/41310_dress.shtm The Career Planning Office will be hosting the "Dress for Success" Fashion Show for students this Wednesday, April 14, from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the bistro of the Tompkins College Center. David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/40910_carrie.shtm Senior dance student Carrie Moore has participated in several dance concerts at Cedar Crest, as well as a few theatrical productions, but she has taken her efforts to another level for her dance and honors capstone projects: the soup-to-nuts production of an original work titled, Prospero's Masque, based on the writings and poetry of Edgar Allan Poe, which will appear on the Samuels Theatre stage on Saturday, April 17, at 2 p.m. This brief article, which focuses on Carrie Moore's inspiration for producing the piece, is the first in a series examining various aspects of the production. David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/40910_recycle.shtm The RecycleMania program at Cedar Crest will culminate this Sunday, April 11, from 6-10 p.m. with a congratulations party in Lees Hall. The dorm that has collected the most recyclables since the RecycleMania kickoff in January will receive a special trophy to commemorate their achievement at 6 p.m., presented by Christine Verdier ’99, a representative from State Senator Dave Argall’s office. David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/40810_dance.shtm Several senior dance students will present their capstone projects during a concert titled, “Moving On,” this Saturday, April 10, at 2 p.m. in Samuels Theatre of Tompkins College Center. Students whose choreography will be on display include Desiree Cosgrove, Alexandra Feldman, Mariah McMullen and Danielle Vallies. David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/40810_keats.shtm Preterite, the literary club at Cedar Crest College, will host a night of appreciation for the work of poet John Keats and his contemporaries this Friday, April 9, at 7 p.m. in Hartzel Hall. David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/40710_hiphop.shtm Cedar Crest College Student Ambassadors will be hosting a “Hip Hop for Haiti” dance this Saturday, April 10, from 7 p.m. to 12 a.m. in Lees Hall gym. David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/4710_stress.shtm With final exams and the end of the school year on the horizon, now is a time when stress can increasingly become a factor in campus life. David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/athletics/0910-sb5.shtm Marci Lippert //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/haiti_blog1.shtm Recent Cedar Crest College nursing graduate and Navy Ensign Gwen Mayhew ’09 has been deployed to Haiti on the United States Navy Ship Comfort to aid victims of the recent earthquakes. She left the United States on January 16 and arrived for a scheduled six-month stay on January 20. Gwen Mayhew //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/4610_forensic.shtm The Forensic Science Student Organization (FSSO) at Cedar Crest College will host a program featuring Gerard Caprio from the New Jersey State Police Forensics Laboratory titled, "The Utilization of Mitochondrial DNA Biology and Chemistry in Forensics," on Tuesday, April 6, at 7 p.m. in Miller Family Building, Room 33. David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/33110_dog.shtm If you miss the family pet or simply enjoy spending time with animals, consider volunteering at Peaceable Kingdom, a no-kill shelter in Whitehall that takes in and cares for abandoned animals. David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/33010_jill.shtm Jill Odegaard, M.F.A., chair of the art department at Cedar Crest College, is one of more than two dozen artists whose art will be displayed in an exhibition titled, Around the Frayed Edges, through May 29 at the Agnes Jamieson Gallery in Minden, Ontario, Canada. The exhibit, which showcases work that pushes the limits of what an artist can do with fiber today, opened on March 19. David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/crestiad/index.shtm David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/33010_aldo.shtm Cedar Crest College welcomes Aldo Magazzeni, founder of Traveling Mercies—a non-profit group that has helped to establish water systems for villages in Afghanistan and Kenya—who will discuss his activities to make the world a better place on Wednesday, March 31, from 4-6 p.m. in the Harmon Hall of Peace in Miller Family Building. The program, which is free and open to the public, is sponsored by Globaleyes, a Cedar Crest student organization that focuses on educating the campus and community about social injustices throughout the world. David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/32610_bob.shtm Come hear local bands rock the house and vote for your favorite as Cedar Crest College Radio presents their annual Battle of the Bands this Saturday, March 27, at 12 p.m. in Alumnae Hall. David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/32610_food.shtm As part of RecycleMania program and sustainability efforts on campus, members of the Cedar Crest College community will square off in a battle to see who can serve up the winning dish during the Locally Grown Food Cook-off this Friday, March 26, from 2-6 p.m. in Harmon Hall of Peace in Miller Family Building. David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/pressreleases/March42009.shtm David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/32510_fashion.shtm Cedar Crest College will host “Women, Culture and Fashion” on Thursday, March 25, from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., featuring fashion designer Marla Duran, a contestant from season 2 of Project Runway on the Lifetime Television Network. The event, which is free and open to the public, will kick off with a welcome from senior Diana Catron and then a poem from English Professor Carolyn Segal, Ph.D., followed by Duran, who will share her industry experiences and insights with the audience. In addition, fashions from today and yesteryear will be displayed, and participants will have an opportunity to win a raffle featuring prizes from national clothing retailers. The event will be held on the third floor of Tompkins College Center. David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/athletics/09-fh22.shtm David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/pressreleases/March232010.shtm David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/32210_teen.shtm Statistics show that one in five female high school students report being physically and/or sexually abused by a dating partner and in response to this alarming trend, the Teen Dating Violence Prevention Committee of Lehigh Valley is hosting a teen dating violence awareness event on Wednesday, March 24, at 6 p.m. in the Alumnae Hall auditorium at Cedar Crest College. This event, which is free and open to the public, is particularly appropriate for teens and young adults and their parents but anyone is welcome to attend. David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/32210_nurse.shtm More than 100 students in the nursing and social work departments at Cedar Crest College, and nursing students from DeSales University, gained a better appreciation of challenges facing low-income families during the Community Action Poverty Simulation (CAPS) at Cedar Crest College on Friday, March 19. David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/31910_dinner.shtm Cedar Crest College Alpha Phi Omega, the campus' chapter of the national community service fraternity, will host its second annual spaghetti dinner on Saturday, March 20, 5-8 p.m. at Zion's Reformed United Church, 620 W. Hamilton St., in Allentown. David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/31910_vday.shtm Cedar Crest College students will raise awareness of violence against women on campus and beyond by performing in events tonight through Sunday as part of the annual global V-Day campaign. Tonight will feature A Memoir, A Monologue, A Rant and A Prayer, readings from a collection of male and female writers voicing their personal encounters in the battle to end violence against women and girls. On Saturday and Sunday evening, students will perform Eve Ensler’s famous play about female empowerment, The Vagina Monologues. David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/31810_kelly.shtm Senior Kelly Oakes saved her best for last as she netted her 1,000th career rebound during the basketball squad’s season finale against Baptist Bible College, helping to pace the squad to victory in her final game as a Falcon. Coupled with the accomplishment of scoring her 1,000 career point earlier this season during a game against Marywood University, Oakes became just the second player in Cedar Crest College history—and first in two decades—to reach both milestones.to reach both milestones. She finished her stellar career with 1,149 points, 1,005 rebounds, and 349 assists. David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/pressreleases/march162010.shtm David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/31710_fashion.shtm Alumnae Hall auditorium was alive with glitz and glamour as models sashayed down the runway for the Cedar Crest College Green Fashion Show Monday night. A special panel of judges—including Project Runway contestant Pamela Ptak, Cedar Crest President Carmen Twillie Ambar, Senior Executive Vice President for Enrollment Management Kim Owens, as well as campus staff members Elouise Schreffler, Lesley Jones and Peg Shupp—were assigned the difficult task of choosing the best among eight student recycled fashion designs ranging from a dress made almost entirely of coffee filters, to several outfits designed from plastic trash bags and used Christmas decorations, and everything in between. David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/31610_diane.shtm The Wellness Wednesday program this Wednesday, March 17, will feature Diane Moyer, Ph.D, professor of psychology, who will talk about “The Power of Positive Thinking.” David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/31610_nurse.shtm The Cedar Crest College master of science in nursing program will host nursing students and faculty from local colleges and universities, as well as nurses and physicians from local hospitals, for a play about the physician/nurse relationship titled Bedside Manners on Wednesday, March 17, from 6-8 p.m. in Samuels Theatre of Tompkins College Center. David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/31210_green.shtm Cedar Crest College, as part of its ongoing RecycleMania program efforts, will host a green fashion show on Monday, March 15, 6-8 p.m. in Alumnae Hall. Recycled fashions made from such items as old clothing, aluminum, plastic, etc. will be judged in separate categories for Cedar Crest students, faculty and staff, and alumnae, and prizes will be awarded in each category. David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/31110_crosscountry.shtm The Cedar Crest College cross country team was honored by the United States Track and Field and Cross Country Association by being named to the 2009 All-Academic Team. A total of 153 Division III women’s programs received the USTFCCA’s All-Academic Team honors this year and Cedar Crest College was the only institution from the Colonial States Athletic Conference to receive this honor. David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/haiti_blog1.shtm Recent Cedar Crest College nursing graduate and Navy Ensign Gwen Mayhew ’09 has been deployed to Haiti on the United States Navy Ship Comfort to aid victims of the recent earthquakes. She left the United States on January 16 and arrived for a scheduled six-month stay on January 20. Gwen Mayhew //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/pressreleases/march82010.shtm David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/30510_springbreak.shtm Sixteen Cedar Crest College students and a pair of advisors will leave for Lexington, Ky., this Sunday on an alternative spring break excursion to build homes with Habitat for Humanity. The students, who will return the following Saturday, will participate in one or more projects involving early- and late-stage new home construction; set-up for an existing home restoration; existing home restoration; and home deconstruction. David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/30510_recycle.shtm Cedar Crest College senior Andrea Hargrove won the first-ever RecycleMania recycled art competition this week with an interesting piece that included an old pair of crocs shoes decorated with flowers made out of Wild Cherry Pepsi aluminum cans and shards of glass from broken bottles. The English major said she created the art piece as something new to do and as a way to relieve stress. David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/30110_forensic.shtm The Cedar Crest College Forensic Speech Team produced three state champions and a second place overall team finish in the state championship competition the weekend of Feb. 19-21 at California University of Pennsylvania. David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/30210_maynard.shtm Maynard Cressman, associate professor and chair of the social sciences department at Cedar Crest, will host a program titled, “Meditation with Maynard,” Wednesday at noon in the Lees Memorial Chapel in Alumnae Hall. David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/30110_forensic.shtm The Cedar Crest College Forensic Speech Team produced three state champions and a second place overall team finish in the state championship competition the weekend of Feb. 19-21 at California University of Pennsylvania. David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/30110_india.shtm Members of the Cedar Crest College community who are interested in going to India for an educational excursion during spring break 2011 can find out details about the trip on Tuesday, March 2, from 11 a.m. to noon in the Tompkins College Center dining hall. Allen Richardson, Ph.D., professor of religious studies, will be on hand to provide information and answer questions, and Parkhurst Dining Services will provide chai (Indian tea) free for participants. One interesting note is a $200 discount for those who register for the trip by March 15. David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/haiti_blog1.shtm Recent Cedar Crest College nursing graduate and Navy Ensign Gwen Mayhew ’09 has been deployed to Haiti on the United States Navy Ship Comfort to aid victims of the recent earthquakes. She left the United States on January 16 and arrived for a scheduled six-month stay on January 20. Gwen Mayhew //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/22610_bsu.shtm Cedar Crest College Black Student Union presents Cultural Extravaganza, Friday at 7:00 p.m. in the Alumnae Hall. Shannon Duncan //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/pressreleases/February192010.shtm Cedar Crest College performing arts presents the Lehigh Valley premiere of Trust—a dramatic comedy of love, lust and lying written by Stephen Dietz—from February 25-28 in the Samuels Theatre of Tompkins College Center. The play is directed by Tim Brown, assistant professor of performing arts. David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/22410_sleep.shtm Micah Sadigh, Ph.D., associate professor of psychology, will host a program examining the connection between a good night’s sleep and managing mood, eating habits and other facets of life titled, “Sleep, Mood and Weight—How Are They Related?” today at noon in the Tompkins College Center 1867 Room. David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/wfmz David Jwainer //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/22210_fair.shtm The Cedar Crest College community is invited to a mini health fair, “Walk Through Wellness,” this Tuesday, Feb. 23, from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. in Tompkins College Center, Alcove A. David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/athletics/10-%20fallallacademic.shtm Marci Lippert //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/haiti_blog1.shtm Recent Cedar Crest College nursing graduate and Navy Ensign Gwen Mayhew ’09 has been deployed to Haiti on the United States Navy Ship Comfort to aid victims of the recent earthquakes. She left the United States on January 16 and arrived for a scheduled six-month stay on January 20. Gwen Mayhew //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/21910_egypt.shtm Allen Richardson, Ph.D., professor of religious studies, and several members of the Cedar Crest College contingent that journeyed to Egypt last month during the semester break will host a program titled, “Remembering Egypt,” this Monday, Feb. 22, from noon to 1 p.m. in the Tompkins College Center 1867 Room. During the program, the hosts will share photos and stories of their journey, which included stops at Abu Simbel to visit the Temple of Ramses II; Luxor to see the Valley of Kings and Valley of Queens, where they went inside King Tut’s tomb; Giza, to visit the largest of the Egyptian pyramids; and Cairo, where they visited the ancient Khan el-Khalili marketplace and experienced the Middle Eastern tradition of negotiating for goods and services. In addition, they took a three-day cruise down the Nile River. David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/athletics/09-bb31.shtm David Jwanier //www.davinci-center.org/darwinday2010.html David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/21810_donovan.shtm Michael Donovan, MBA, associate professor of business, management and economics—and a blogger—was part of a panel discussion on “Print Media in the 21st Century,” held jointly by the East Penn and Western Lehigh chambers of commerce on Feb. 17. The panel also included representatives from The Parkland Press, The Morning Call, and The Express-Times newspapers. David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/21810_truth.shtm The Cedar Crest College Sustainability Committee, in conjunction with the campus’ RecycleMania program, will offer a public screening of the documentary film, An Inconvenient Truth, on Thursday, Feb. 18, from 7-10 p.m. in Oberkotter Center for Health and Wellness, Room 1. The film, released in 2006, follows former U.S. Vice President Al Gore’s efforts to education the public about global warming and its potential impact on our world. David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/haiti_blog1.shtm Recent Cedar Crest College nursing graduate and Navy Ensign Gwen Mayhew ’09 has been deployed to Haiti on the United States Navy Ship Comfort to aid victims of the recent earthquakes. She left the United States on January 16 and arrived for a scheduled six-month stay on January 20. Gwen Mayhew //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/athletics/09-bb31.shtm David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/21710_msa.shtm The Muslim Student Association (MSA) of Cedar Crest is presenting Islam information sessions the next three Wednesdays to help the College community better understand what Islam is all about, starting today with "Introduction to Islam—Exploring Islamic Beliefs." David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/21610_forensic.shtm Eight students of the Forensic Science Program will be representing Cedar Crest College at the 62nd Annual Scientific Meeting of the American Academy of Forensic Sciences (AAFS), which is set for February 22-27 in Seattle. David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/haiti_blog1.shtm Recent Cedar Crest College nursing graduate and Navy Ensign Gwen Mayhew ’09 has been deployed to Haiti on the United States Navy Ship Comfort to aid victims of the recent earthquakes. She left the United States on January 16 and arrived for a scheduled six-month stay on January 20. Gwen Mayhew //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/20810_lelica.shtm Cedar Crest College graduate Lelica (Callaremi) Palecco ’07 has just finished recording her debut album titled, Not a Moment Too Late, and a portion of one of the songs, “Come Away with Me,” played during the ABC Family Show, Make It or Break It, which aired Monday night. The album is produced by Green Chapel Records/Marinetti Productions in New Jersey, and an album release party is slated for Friday, February 26, 10:00 p.m. at Bernie’s Hillside Lounge in Chester, N.J. David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/20510_provost.shtm Cedar Crest College has appointed Betty Powell, Ph.D., as provost. After a national search, Dr. Powell was selected as the College’s chief academic officer, where she will play a central role in the recruitment, promotion and professional development of faculty and will spearhead curriculum assessment. The provost provides intellectual leadership and support for all academic departments and multi-disciplinary programs. Dr. Powell will officially take the office on July 1. David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/20910_godspell.shtm The Cedar Crest performing arts production of Godspell, which takes to the Samuels Theatre stage in Tompkins College Center this Thursday through Saturday at 8 p.m., and on Sunday at 2:00 p.m., will be previewed tonight during Service Electric Channel 2's 6:30 news broadcast. The Cedar Crest College production of the popular musical depicting the last week in the life of Jesus Christ based on the Gospel According to Saint Matthew has a decidedly local flavor. The play's set design will include elements of the Bethlehem Steel site, which will certainly be familiar to most theater goers. David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/20910_bingo.shtm The Student Activities Board (SAB) will be holding its annual Valentine’s Day Bingo tonight at 9:45 p.m. in the Tompkins College Center dining hall. David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/haiti_blog1.shtm Recent Cedar Crest College nursing graduate and Navy Ensign Gwen Mayhew ’09 has been deployed to Haiti on the United States Navy Ship Comfort to aid victims of the recent earthquakes. She left the United States on January 16 and arrived for a scheduled six-month stay on January 20. Gwen Mayhew //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/20510_superbowl.shtm The Cedar Crest College Big Sis Lil Sis program is hosting a Super Bowl Party this Sunday at 6 p.m. in Oberkotter Center Room 1, and the whole College community is invited. Shannon Duncan //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/haiti_blog1.shtm Recent Cedar Crest College nursing graduate and Navy Ensign Gwen Mayhew ’09 has been deployed to Haiti on the United States Navy Ship Comfort to aid victims of the recent earthquakes. She left the United States on January 16 and arrived for a scheduled six-month stay on January 20. Gwen Mayhew //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/pressreleases/january212009.shtm David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/10210_art.shtm As part of the continuing RecycleMania program on campus, local recycled art sculptor Virginia Abbott will discuss her work on Wednesday, February 3, from 7:00-9:00 p.m. in Harmon Hall. Abbott, a graduate of York Academy of Arts, creates small-scale sculptures out of cast paper that resemble bronze sculptures. She has earned numerous honors for her work, including the NSS’s Youth Award, Gloria Medal and Ben Franklin Award, as well as the prestigious Malvina Hoffman Bronze Horses Head Award from the Catharine Lorillard Wolfe Art Club in New York City. In addition to the talk about recycled art, Abbott will provide a demonstration on how to make recycled art using paper egg cartons. A reception with refreshments will follow the presentation. David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/haiti_blog1.shtm Recent Cedar Crest College nursing graduate and Navy Ensign Gwen Mayhew ’09 has been deployed to Haiti on the United States Navy Ship Comfort to aid victims of the recent earthquakes. She left the United States on January 16 and arrived for a scheduled six-month stay on January 20. Gwen Mayhew //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/20110_haiti.shtm Members of the Cedar Crest College community are invited to a second meeting to discuss potential fund-raising activities to help those affected by the earthquake in Haiti on Tuesday, February 2, from 3:00-4:00 p.m. in the Tompkins College Center 1867 Room. David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/haiti_blog1.shtm Recent Cedar Crest College nursing graduate and Navy Ensign Gwen Mayhew ’09 has been deployed to Haiti on the United States Navy Ship Comfort to aid victims of the recent earthquakes. She left the United States on January 16 and arrived for a scheduled six-month stay on January 20. Gwen Mayhew //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/12910_faded.shtm Cedar Crest College students who would like to join the cast of FADED can audition this Sunday, January 31 and Monday, February 1, from 7:00-8:00 p.m. in the Alumnae Hall Auditorium. David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/12710_recycle.shtm Recyclemania roared into life Sunday January 24 with a kick off party highlighted by local band Renegade and Cedar Crest's own Doorstop Revolution. Paul Pastrone //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/12910_art.shtm Cedar Crest College is hosting an artist reception on Friday, Jan. 29, from 5:30-7:30 p.m. for “Life Choice, a free exhibition of the work of local college students from Cedar Crest, Lafayette, Moravian, Muhlenberg and Northampton Community colleges, as well as Lehigh University. The exhibition will run through Feb. 26 in the Lachaise Gallery in the Miller Family Building. Several types of art will be on display including painting, metalsmithing, sculptural forms, photography, mixed media, and much more. David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/haiti_blog1.shtm Recent Cedar Crest College nursing graduate and Navy Ensign Gwen Mayhew ’09 has been deployed to Haiti on the United States Navy Ship Comfort to aid victims of the recent earthquakes. She left the United States on January 16 and arrived for a scheduled six-month stay on January 20. Gwen Mayhew //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/12210_egypt.shtm Nearly 30 Cedar Crest College students, family members, and alums experienced the cultural and religious marvels of Egypt earlier this month, as they journeyed to the ancient land with Allen Richardson, Ph.D., professor of religious studies, from January 7-16. David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/12710_haiti.shtm Members of the Cedar Crest College community are invited to a meeting today from 3:30-5 p.m. in the Tompkins College Center 1867 Room to discuss potential fund-raising activities that can be held on campus to help the earthquake-ravaged country of Haiti. David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/athletics/09-bb24.shtm David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/12210_art.shtm David Jwanier //www.law.columbia.edu/magazine/41344/carmen-twillie-ambar David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/11810_commuter.shtm Cedar Crest College will host Commuter Spirit Week this week from Tuesday, Jan. 19 through Monday, January 25, to thank the 1,400 traditional and lifelong learning students who drive to campus on a regular basis David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/12010_fair.shtm Cedar Crest College students can learn about the wealth of opportunities available for them to follow their passion and enhance their college experience during the student activities fair held tonight, from 5:00-7:00 p.m. in the Tompkins College Center dining hall. David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/11510_recycle.shtm Cedar Crest College will compete in the 2010 edition of RecycleMania, a program held from Jan. 17 through March 27 that pits colleges and universities across the United States against each other to see which can recycle the most on a per student basis. Colleges and universities track the amount of recycling they produce weekly and enter the results into a spreadsheet on the RecycleMania web site, and overall winners will be announced after final results are tabulated. David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/11810_bake.shtm A handful of Cedar Crest College students spent Monday afternoon baking dozens of cookies—as well as cakes and brownies—for homeless vets and other men at Victory House in Bethlehem, in order to mark Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service. For them, spending three hours in a sweaty kitchen was well worth the reward. David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/11510_coach.shtm For the first time ever, Cedar Crest College welcomed 70 women coaches from colleges and universities from up and down the East Coast for a one-day NCAA Women Coaches Academy on Tuesday, January 12. The NCAA Women Coaches Academy provides skills training for coaches at all levels to assist them in being more efficient, productive, resourceful and successful. David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/11510_mlk.shtm Cedar Crest College students, faculty and staff will bake and serve a meal for homeless men—both military veterans and non-veterans—on Monday, January 18, as part of the National Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service. The campus community will meet on campus in Butz Hall from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. that day to bake tasty treats, and later go to Victory House in Bethlehem to cook and serve dinner and dessert. Members of the campus community can participate by contacting service@cedarcrest.edu or ext. 3438. David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/athletics/09-bb17.shtm Marci Lippert //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/11110_segal.shtm English Professor Carolyn Segal’s classic essay on students and their colorful excuses for missed homework assignments, “The Dog Ate My Disk and other Tales of Academic Woe,” which was originally published in the Chronicle of Higher Education is 2000, has recently been reprinted in a pair of Bedford/Saint Martin’s Press composition anthologies. These include the recently released fifth edition of Real Writing with Readings: Paragraphs and Essays for College, Work and Everyday Life, where it will appear for the first time, and a repeat printing in the third edition of Making Sense: A Real-World Rhetorical Reader, which will be available in February. It has also been selected for publication for the first time in the second edition of Focus on Writing: Paragraphs and Essays, which is slated for release later this year. David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/10610_leader.shtm Cedar Crest College's production of Leader of the Pack made The Morning Call's top 10 list of local theater performances for 2009. The Cedar Crest production was directed by Clair Freeman and featured senior Michelle Schmidt in the lead role as famed songwriter Ellie Greenwich. Their efforts were lauded by newspaper writer Myra Yellin Outwater, who compiled the list. David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/122309_bio.shtm Three Cedar Crest College students in the biological sciences department recently earned grants from prestigious organizations in the field: Christina Matika ’10, a genetic engineering major who does research with Andre Walther, Ph.D., assistant professor of biological sciences, earned a grant from Beta Beta Beta national biology honors society; Catherine Bradshaw ’10, a biology major who works in the lab with Amy Reese, Ph.D., assistant professor of biological sciences, earned a grant from the Pennsylvania Academy of Sciences; and Tasha Cornish ’10, a neuroscience major who does research with Audrey Ettinger, Ph.D., associate professor of biological sciences, also earned a grant from the Pennsylvania Academy of Sciences. David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/122309_crime.shtm Criminal justice students in Adjunct Professor Paul Werrell’s juvenile justice class at Cedar Crest College recently took a field trip to Glen Mills School, a school for court-referred youths in Glen Mills, PA, where they got a first-hand look at the operations of a facility that houses approximately 750 young men. David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/122309_snow.shtm The snow may have posed challenges for holiday shoppers, but it also created the picture-perfect landscape to usher in the spirit of the season. Below are some snapshots that fully capture the wintertime beauty of the Cedar Crest College campus. David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/121709_radio.shtm Gaetan Giannini, MBA, chair of the Department of Business, Management and Economics at Cedar Crest College, will be a featured guest on the "Lehigh Valley Discourse" radio call-in show on WDIY 88.1 FM tonight from 6:00 - 7:00 p.m. David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/athletics/09-bb13.shtm David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/121509_cookoff.shtm The first-ever Cedar Crest College Holiday Cook Off was held during lunch Monday, with the college community enjoying nearly two dozen homemade soups, salads, appetizers, entrées and desserts from their colleagues, and voting for their favorite dishes. David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/121109_schmidt.shtm Michelle Schmidt, a senior forensic science student, has earned numerous awards recently for her achievements in forensic science. David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/121109_forensic.shtm The Cedar Crest College Forensic Speech Team, the Forensicators, finished the fall portion of their season last weekend in grand style during the Off-Broadway Swing at Suffolk County Community College in Long Island, N.Y. David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/athletics/09-bb12.shtm David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/12909_research.shtm Four of the graduating seniors from the department of biological sciences presented their thesis research on campus Wednesday during the department’s Fall Symposium. David Jwanier //wfmz.com/view/?id=1309906 David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/12209_badt.shtm Pat Badt, professor of art at Cedar Crest College, is one of 14 artists whose work will be included in an exhibition organized by the U.S. ART In Embassies Program to be displayed at Truman Hall, the U.S. North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) mission residence in Brussels, Belgium. She is flying to Brussels today to take part in the artist’s reception on Thursday, and will be a guest of Truman Hall and U.S. Ambassador to NATO Ivo H. Daalder during her couple of days abroad David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/12809_frolic.shtm The Cedar Crest College community is invited to take a walk down the red carpet at this semester's Hollywood-themed Student Faculty Frolic and Midnight Breakfast, and wind down a bit before final exams. The Student Faculty Frolic features students, faculty, and staff members performing entertaining skits, starting at 9 p.m. in Samuels Theatre in the Tompkins College Center. David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/12409_donovan.shtm Michael Donovan, associate professor of business, management and economics, and Allentown city councilman, has been busy this week serving as an analyst for several media outlets covering President Barack Obama's visit to the Lehigh Valley today. David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/12409_scholar.shtm Cedar Crest College will host its inaugural Scholarship Competition Day this Saturday, December 5, from 9 a.m. to noon in Tompkins College Center, during which young women who are high school seniors and who will attend college next fall will begin to vie for hundreds of thousands of dollars in scholarship money—include one full, four-year scholarship to Cedar Crest College valued at approximately $125,000. Registration for the event has closed. David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/12409_handel.shtm The Cedar Crest Performing Arts Department presents "Handel Meets Tchaikovsky and More," a free holiday concert for the public this Sunday, December 6, at 2 p.m. in the Samuels Theater of Tompkins College Center.  David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/12049_jill.shtm Jill Odegaard, chair of the art department at Cedar Crest College, will take part in a panel discussion after the Lehigh Valley premiere of the Faythe Levine documentary, Handmade Nation: The Rise of D.I.Y., Art, Craft and Design, on Friday, December 4, 6 p.m. at Victory Fire House, 205 Webster Street, in Bethlehem. David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/12209_holiday.shtm Black Student Union and Cedar Crest Christian Fellowship, in conjunction with Diversity Programs, will be sponsoring "Winter Holidays of the World" this Thursday, December 3 at 12 p.m. in the Tompkins College Center Dining Hall. David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/12209_badt.shtm Pat Badt, professor of art at Cedar Crest College, is one of 14 artists whose work will be included in an exhibition organized by the U.S. ART In Embassies Program to be displayed at Truman Hall, the U.S. North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) mission residence in Brussels, Belgium. She is flying to Brussels today to take part in the artist’s reception on Thursday, and will be a guest of Truman Hall and U.S. Ambassador to NATO Ivo H. Daalder during her couple of days abroad David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/12209_sab.shtm This Thursday, December 3, members of the Cedar Crest campus community who dine at TGI Friday’s at 395 S. Cedar Crest Boulevard can have 20 percent of the check total donated to the Cedar Crest College Alternative Spring Break Team and Student Activities Board, provided they present the proper voucher. David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/athletics/09-bb8.shtm Junior Leann Wallower (Havertown, PA/Haverford) was named the Cedar Crest Falcon of the week for her outstanding play in the week ending November 29th. Marci Lippert //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/12209_blood.shtm David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/athletics/09-bb6.shtm Sophomore Lizzy Sunderhaus (Hamilton,OH/Stephen T. Badin) was named to the Colonial States Athletic Conference women’s basketball Honor Roll for her outstanding play in the week ending November 29th. Marci Lippert //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/12109_coffee.shtm The Student Activities Board is hosting a coffee house event in the Tompkins College Center bistro at 7 p.m. tonight with live music, featuring Nashville singer/songwriter Beau Bristow David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/112309_klopp.shtm The Cedar Crest College Education Department has selected Amber McQuillan, M.Ed.—an English teacher at Parkland High School in Parkland School District—as the recipient of the 2009 Howard L. Klopp Exemplary Teacher Award. Nancy King, Ed.D., education department chair, as well as Jill Purdy, Ed.D., and MaryBeth O’Connell, M.Ed., assistant professors of education, were at the high school to make the award presentation on November 17. David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/112309_bistro.shtm A grand re-opening for the Bistro in Tompkins College Center was held Wednesday, November 18, which included a ribbon-cutting ceremony featuring President Carmen Twillie Ambar, music from Peter Errich of the band Shame, and food and drink giveaways and specials throughout the event. David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/111209_art.shtm The "1/2 Way" Senior Art Exhibition in the Capstone Gallery of Alumnae Hall continues through December 4. The exhibition—which will include paintings, print making, book arts, drawings, sculpture and more—is free and open to the public. David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/112309_zumba.shtm The Athletic Department at Cedar Crest College is hosting a Zumbathon this Monday, November 23, from 7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. in Lees Hall Gym. Shawn Schmitt, instructor for Cedar Crest College Zumba programs, and other area instructors will guide participants through 90 energized minutes of the popular fitness activity. David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/112009_puppet.shtm Cedar Crest College is hosting a two-day puppetry workshop titled, "Found Object Bunraku," on Saturday, November 21, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., and Sunday, November 22, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. in Alumnae Hall. David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/112009_bball.shtm Come cheer on the Cedar Crest College Falcons basketball team as they square off against three foes in the Falcon Classic this Friday and Saturday, November 20 and 21, in Lees Hall. On Friday, Eastern and Arcadia universities will square off in the opener at 5 p.m., followed by the CCC Falcons and Lancaster Bible matchup at 7 p.m. David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/111909_dances.shtm Cedar Crest College presents, "Winter Dances," featuring the choreography of dance faculty and students, this Saturday, November 21, at 8 p.m. in the Samuels Theatre of the Tompkins College Center. This concert blends the talents of the Student Dance Works, under the direction of Michelle R. Munno, assistant professor of dance, and the Cedar Crest College Dance Company, under the direction of Robin Gerchman, director of dance. David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/111609_hunger.shtm The Lutz Center for Community Service at Cedar Crest College has a host of activities planned for National Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Week 2009, to be observed on campus through this Saturday. This year’s efforts mark the ninth year of participation by the Cedar Crest community. David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/111909_basu.shtm Today only, members of the Cedar Crest campus community who dine at T.G.I. Friday’s at 395 S. Cedar Crest Boulevard can have 20 percent of the check total donated to the Cedar Crest College Black Awareness Student Union, provided they present the proper voucher. Vouchers can be found around campus, including at the information desk in Tompkins College Center. The offer is valid throughout the day. For more information contact the Black Awareness Student Union via e-mail at Basu@cedarcrest.edu. David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/111309_thanks.shtm The Lutz Center for Community Services, in conjunction with a host of campus organizations, are adopting families from New Bethany Ministries in Bethlehem for the holidays and asking members of the Cedar Crest College community to assemble dinner boxes in order to help these families enjoy a Thanksgiving feast (recommended items are listed below). All boxes need to be turned in to Tammy Bean, director of community service, in the Allen House by 10 a.m. on November 20. This effort is part of National Hunger and Homelessness Awareness activities at Cedar Crest. For additional information contact Tammy Bean via e-mail at tebean@cedarcrest.edu, or call 610-606-4666, ext. 3392. David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/111609_bistro.shtm A grand re-opening for the Bistro in Tompkins College Center will be held this Wednesday, November 18, and the campus community is invited to the event, which will include a ribbon-cutting ceremony featuring President Carmen Twillie Ambar at 4 p.m., music from Peter Errich of the band Shame, and food and drink giveaways and specials throughout the event, which ends at 7 p.m. David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/111209_art.shtm The "1/2 Way" Senior Art Exhibition in the Capstone Gallery of Alumnae Hall continues through December 4. The exhibition—which will include paintings, print making, book arts, drawings, sculpture and more—is free and open to the public. David Jwanier //www2.cedarcrest.edu/academic2/prarts/events.shtm Shannon Duncan //www.mcall.com/entertainment/all-theater.7081166nov12,0,6148997.story David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/111209_gans.shtm Lucy Gans, professor of art at Lehigh University and the fall 2009 artist-in-residence at Cedar Crest College, will give a talk about her work in printmaking and as artist-in-residence this Thursday, November 12, at 5:30 p.m. in room 211 of Alumnae Hall. David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/11909_abroad.shtm Shannon Duncan //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/11309_forensic.shtm The Cedar Crest Forensic Speech Team—a.k.a., The Forensicators—scored high marks in the “Match Made in Heaven” swing tournament in Harrisonburg, VA last weekend. Competing in two, one-day tournaments against several teams that rank among the top 20 in the nation in forensic speech, The Forensicators placed fifth overall each day. David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/111009_chef.shtm The Cedar Crest College community will enjoy a unique lunchtime dining experience this Wednesday, November 11, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the Tompkins College Center Dining Hall, thanks to Parkhurst Dining Services and its Traveling Chefs program. David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/athletics/09-fh21.shtm David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/103009_forensic.shtm Nine students from the Forensic Science Department at Cedar Crest College are attending the Northeastern Association of Forensic Scientists (NEAFS) 35th Annual Meeting from November 4-7 in Long Branch, N.J., and in preparation they will discuss their research at a special NEAFS Preview Night on campus on Tuesday, November 3, from 4 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. in Miller Building Room 33. David Jwanier //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/whatshappening/102909_community.shtm Tammy Bean //www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/athletics/volleyball1.shtm The Cedar Crest College Career Planning Office will hold a Graduate School Fair this Wednesday from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the dining hall located in the Tompkins College Center. Students can meet representatives from local, in-state and out-of-state colleges and universities, who will provide information on many advanced degree programs. David Jwanier