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Students, alumnae and alumni continue to benefit from the Career Center’s support
The Catherine Filene Shouse Career Center not only offers career services and support to current students, but also prides itself on assisting Hood's alumnae and alumni as well. The career center team is available to help you with updating your cover letter and résumé, perfecting your job search and options, and starting your brand new career.
For more information about Hood's career center or to schedule a one-on-one meeting with a career consultant, vist the career center Web site or call (301) 696-3583.
Upcoming Career Center Events
Do you want to learn the ins and outs of the interview process? Attend the panel on interviewing Tuesday Oct. 21 from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. in Hood's multicultural suite, located on the second floor of the Whitaker Campus Center. Members of local human resource offices will share tips on what they expect from interviewees.
The career center and the Office of Alumnae and Alumni Relations will co-host a unique career networking reception. Hood seniors who are preparing for life after Hood will have an opportunity to interact with local business owners, nonprofit organization leaders and alums Tuesday, Nov. 11 from 5:30 to 7 p.m. at Brewer's Alley Restaurant & Brewery, located at 124 N. Market St., Frederick, MD 21701. Recent graduates are welcome as well if you are looking to enhance your networking skills. If you are a Frederick business owner, an alum or friend of the College and would like to attend the event, please R.S.V.P. by contacting the Office of Alumnae and Alumni Relations, or by calling (800) 707-5280, option 2, or (301) 696-3900. Please R.S.V.P. by Nov. 6.
Are you considering a career in the nonprofit sector? If so, attend the career center’s panel discussion by nonprofit professionals Thursday, Nov. 13 from 6 to 8 p.m. in Hood’s Whitaker Campus Center Commons. Hear firsthand what working in the nonprofit sector is like and what kinds of opportunities are available for persons interested in pursuing that type of career path.
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New Members Named to Board of Associates
Five new members were recently elected to Hood’s board of associates. They are: Mark E. Chilton, M.D., of Frederick, an orthopedic surgeon; Elizabeth Collmus Fisher of Frederick, daughter of Renie Quynn Collmus ’47; Mark Friis M.A. ’82 of Brookville, Md., president of Rodgers Consulting, Inc.; Kevin Lollar ’97, J.D., of Burkittsville, Md., an attorney and director of development for the Frederick City Housing Authority; and Cheryl Parrott M.A. ’06, of Middletown, Md., director of communications for the National Cancer Institute at Frederick, National Institutes of Health.
Your Phones May Be Ringing
Hood’s fall Phonathon will run until Thursday, Nov. 13! Students will be calling alums and parents to ask for support of Hood’s Annual Funds. Your yearly gifts to the Annual Funds help provide the enriching academic environment and distinctive programs for which Hood is known. Last year, Phonathon callers raised nearly $400,000 in gifts and pledges for Hood, directly benefiting students and faculty! Please take the time to chat with the students to find out what is happening on campus today as well as to make your gift to the College. Visit the annual giving Web page to make your gift online.
Join Hood on Facebook
Join other Hood alumnae and alumni on Facebook, an online community where you can interact and connect with fellow classmates and receive updates about alumnae and alumni events. If you have an existing Facebook account, log on and join more than 150 other alums in the “Hood College Alumnae and Alumni” group. If you do not have a Facebook account, sign up for one now!
Athletics Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony Reception
President Ronald J. Volpe, Ph.D., cordially invites alumnae and alumni to the inaugural Hood College Athletic Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony Reception Saturday, Nov. 1 at 3 p.m. in Hood’s Coblentz Dining Room. The cost of the ceremony is $25. Please R.S.V.P. by Oct. 27 to Sue Pridemore or call (301) 696-3700. View the list of inaugural inductees.
Students and Donors Scholarship Reception
Current students as well as past and present donors will be recognized at an endowed scholarship appreciation reception Sunday, Nov. 9 from 3 to 5 p.m. in Coblentz Dining Room. The countless individuals, organizations and foundations that have given generously to Hood have helped to establish nearly 200 named scholarships that support the education of a majority of Hood’s undergraduate students.
61st Anniversary Performances of Handel's "Messiah"
The Hood College Choir, along with the choir from Mount St. Mary’s University, members of the larger Hood and local communities, soloists and a professional orchestra, will perform Handel’s majestic oratorio in Hood’s Coffman Chapel Saturday, Nov. 22 at 8 p.m. and Sunday, Nov. 23 at 3 p.m. For concert and ticket information, read the full news story.
Alumna Named Woman of the Year
Jane Strevig Guyton ’49 was recently named Woman of the Year for 2008 by the Business and Professional Women’s Club of Washington County (Md.). Now retired, Guyton was named the first female high school principal in Washington County in 1988. Read the full news story about Jane.
Alumna Featured Speaker at Leadership Summit
Tina Wells ’02 will be the featured speaker at Essence Magazine’s “Women Who Are Shaping the World Leadership Summit” that will take place in New York City this month. Tina is the founder and CEO of her own New Jersey-based market research firm, Buzz Marketing Group, where she spots adolescent trends and passes that information on to interested companies.
Alumnus Named Vice President of Pharmaceutical Company
Peter Amanatides M.S. ’93 was recently appointed vice president of quality assurance and quality control for Noven Pharmaceuticals, Inc., a Miami-based company engaged in the research, development, manufacture, marketing and sale of prescription pharmaceutical products.
Professors Publish Research on Arena Chapel
Anne Derbes, Ph.D., professor of art and co-director of the Honors Program, and Mark Sandona, Ph.D., professor of English and chair of the English department, recently co-authored a book titled “The Usurer’s Heart: Giotto, Enrico Scrovengni, and the Arena Chapel in Padua.” Derbes and Sandona, who conducted a 10-year study of the early 14th century Arena Chapel and its frescoes by the Florentine painter Giotto, pieced together new historical evidence on the chapel’s origins and offer groundbreaking interpretations on the creation of the frescoes in their book. For more information, read the full news story.
Thank You Legacy and Ring Scholarship Donors
The Office of Alumnae and Alumni Relations would like to thank the alumnae and alumni who contributed to the Ring Scholarship and Legacy Ring programs this fall! The programs are a very special way to carry on the heritage of Hood and the Hood ring. Thank you for your generosity.
Hood Magazine Now Online!
Issues of the biannual Hood Magazine can now be viewed on Hood’s Web site. The online edition allows you to view, search, download or print portions, or all, of the print version. View the Summer 2008 online edition of Hood Magazine!
Hood Implements Emergency Notification Service
The College’s campus safety department recently implemented a new emergency notification service that gives College administration and security professionals the ability to reach students, faculty, staff, parents and others with time-sensitive information during unforeseen events or emergencies via voice, e-mail and text messaging. During critical situations, College officials can use the system to broadcast pertinent information and provide instructions as appropriate. Sign up for the emergency notification service. |
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R.S.V.P. for Events
To R.S.V.P. or get information on upcoming events, e-mail us at alumoffice@hood.edu, or call (800) 707-5280, option 2, or (301) 696-3900. Please continue to check the alumnae and alumni relations Web page for updates on future events.
Boston/Concord, Massachusetts Private Tour and Reception
Sunday, Oct. 19, 2 p.m., Louisa May Alcott's Orchard House, 399 Lexington Rd., P.O. Box 343, Concord, MA 01742. Join artist Kristina Campbell Joyce ’67, area alums and guests for a private tour of Louisa May Alcott’s Orchard House. In 1868 Louisa May Alcott wrote her classic work “Little Women” at Orchard House, which is also the setting of the novel, inspiring guests to comment that “a visit to Orchard House is like walking through the book!” As an additional treat, guest will have the opportunity to view and purchase Kristina’s artwork. A wine and cheese reception will follow the tour at The Colonial Inn, Thoreau Room starting at 4 p.m. Join us for one or both events. The cost of the tour is $8 per person and the reception is $10 per person. To R.S.V.P., please contact the Office of Alumnae and Alumni Relations, or call (800) 707-5280, option 2, or (301) 696-3900.
Rochester, New York Winery Tour and Reception
Sunday, Oct. 26, tour begins at 3:30 p.m., Casa Larga Winery, 2287 Turk Hill Rd., Fairport, NY 14450. Join area alums and guests for a tour of Casa Larga Winery, and enjoy a wine tasting and reception following the tour. Anne Connal Biron ’82, who works at Casa Larga, will share her insight about the winery. The cost of the event is $10 per person. To R.S.V.P., please contact the Office of Alumnae and Alumni Relations, or call (800) 707-5280, option 2, or (301) 696-3900. Please R.S.V.P. by Oct. 22.
Rockville, Maryland Happy Hour
Tuesday, Nov. 4, 5-7:30 p.m., Gordon Biersch Restaurant and Brewery, Rockville Town Square, 200 E. Middle Lane, Rockville, MD 20850. Watch the historic election results unfold while gathering with area alums for happy hour at Gordon Biersch Restaurant and Brewery. To R.S.V.P., please contact the Office of Alumnae and Alumni Relations, or call (800) 707-5280, option 2, or (301) 696-3900. Please R.S.V.P. by Oct. 30.
Join Us in Richmond, Virginia
Thursday, Dec. 11, 5:30-7:30 p.m., Europa Italian Café & Tapas Bar, 1409 E. Cary St., Richmond, VA 23220. Join us as our happy hour series continues in Richmond, Va. Mix and mingle with area alums and guests, catch up with old friends, network and make new connections. To R.S.V.P., please contact the Office of Alumnae and Alumni Relations, or call (800) 707-5280, option 2, or (301) 696-3900. Please R.S.V.P. by Dec. 8.
Hagerstown, Maryland Christmas Party
Tuesday, Dec. 16, 6 p.m., Fountain Head Country Club, 13316 Fountain Head Road, Hagerstown, MD 21742. Gather with area alums for a holiday greeting from the College. More details will follow. |
Art Exhibit Showcased in Hodson Gallery
Area artist, educator and writer Barry Nemett will showcase his exhibit, “Language of Landscape: Works from Italy,” in Hood’s Hodson Gallery until Thursday, Nov. 6. Nemett’s work of oversized landscapes, often encompassing several panels, are comprised of images drawn and painted from his memories of the many places he has visited, juxtaposed into one composition. For more information about the exhibit, read the full news story or contact Jan Razauskas, interim curator of the Hodson Gallery. The gallery is open daily from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m.
"Rock the Vote" Event Part of Social Visionary Speakers Series
Political and pop culture commentator Jehmu Greene will visit campus as part of Hood’s Social Visionary Speakers Series to give a lecture titled “Rock the Vote: If You Don’t Vote, Don’t Complain … Get Involved! Vote, Run, Lead!,” Thursday, Oct. 16 at 7 p.m. in Hood’s Whitaker Campus Center Commons. The event is co-sponsored by the career center and office of service learning; the president, provost and student life offices; the sociology and social work, history and political science, and honors departments; the African-American Studies Program; and the Hood Rocks the Vote Coalition. For more information, read the full news story; or contact Yvette Webster, coordinator of service learning and Bonner Scholars Program at Hood, or call (301) 696-3751.
Ceramics Workshops Offered
A series of ceramics workshops will be offered at Hood during the fall semester.
A “Photographing Ceramics” workshop will be offered Saturday and Sunday, Oct. 25-26 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on the first floor of Hood’s Carson Cottage. The fee for participants is $175.
“The Art of Handbuilding” workshop will be offered each Tuesday from Oct. 28 to Dec. 9 (excluding Nov. 25) from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. in Room 1 of Hood’s Tatem Arts Center. The cost of the workshop is $170.
A beginning and intermediate wheel class will be offered each Thursday from Oct. 28 to Dec. 9 (excluding Nov. 25) from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. in Room 1 of Hood’s Tatem Arts Center. The fee for the workshop is $170.
“Kiln Technology” will be offered Nov. 6-9 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. in Hood’s Tatem Arts Center. The cost of the workshop is $300.
A wood firing workshop will be offered Nov. 13-16 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. in Hood’s Tatem Arts Center. The workshop fee is $300.
Visit the art and archaeology department Web site for more information about additional noncredit community courses as well as credit courses and workshops that will be offered throughout the year.
For additional information on the workshops, please contact Joyce Michaud, director of the M.F.A. and graduate certificate in ceramic arts programs, or call (301) 696-3526.
U.S. Rep. Elijah E. Cummings Lectures on MLK's Legacy
Rep. Elijah E. Cummings (D-Md.) will discuss civil rights leader Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s contributions to and impact on the civil rights movement in a lecture titled “Dr. King’s Messages to the Young People of Our Time” Tuesday, Oct. 21 at 12:45 p.m. in Hood’s Hodson Auditorium in Rosenstock Hall. The lecture is part of Hood’s yearlong series of events marking the 40th anniversary of the assassination of King. For more information, read the full news story; or contact Paige Eager, Ph.D., assistant professor of political science, or call (301) 696-3699.
Guest Lecturer to Discuss Status of Islamic Women
Nelly van Doorn-Harder, Ph.D., the Surjit Patheja chair in world religions and ethics at Valparaiso University and a widely published expert in the fields of minority cultures and gender issues, will discuss today’s status of Islamic women Wednesday, Oct. 22 from 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. in Hood’s Hodson Auditorium in Rosenstock Hall. The event is part of the College’s annual colloquium lecture series, which this year focuses on understanding cultural differences. For more information, read the full news story; or contact William Heath, interim National Endowment of the Humanities and Sophia M. Libman professor.
Carhart Guest Pianist Recital
Several virtuoso pianists from the region will perform an all-Liszt recital in celebration of the great piano composer’s birthday Wednesday, Oct. 22 from 8 to 10 p.m. in Hood’s Brodbeck Music Hall. The pianists include Thomas Pandolfi, Emily Phelps, Nancy Roldan, Shaun Tirrell and John Wickelgren. For more information, read the full news story; or contact Noel Lester, D.M.A., concert pianist and professor of music, or call (301) 696-3429. Brodbeck Music Hall is not handicapped accessible.
Field Hockey Senior Day and Alumnae Game
Saturday, Oct. 25, 1 p.m., Hood’s Thomas Athletic Field. Join fellow teammates, alumnae and alumni, and cheer the Blazers’ field hockey team to victory on Senior Day against St. Vincent College. Following the game, alums can participate in Hood’s first alumnae field hockey game. To R.S.V.P., contact Tammy Butler, director of major gifts, or call (301) 696-3828.
Graduate School Open House
Learn more about Hood’s graduate school programs; meet the faculty, program directors and staff; and tour Hood’s facilities at the Graduate School Open House Tuesday, Oct. 28 from 5 to 7 p.m. in Hood’s Whitaker Campus Center Commons. Visit the Graduate School Web page for more information and to register for the event.
Stem Cell Research Lecture
Students who were awarded Summer Science Research Institute grants, funded by Invitrogen Foundation, will present their work at a poster session Wednesday, Oct. 29. Following the poster session, Mahendra S. Rao, M.D., Ph.D., vice president for research, stem cells and regenerative medicine at Invitrogen Corporation, will give a lecture on the progress of stem cell research. The event will take place from 6:45 to 9 p.m. in the Hodson Auditorium in Rosenstock Hall. For more information, read the full news release.
Hood College Theatre Fall Performance
Hood College Theatre’s fall production, William Shakespeare’s “A Midsummer Night’s Dream,” is scheduled for Thursday through Saturday, Oct. 30-Nov. 1 and Nov. 6-8 in the Avalon Studio Theatre in Hood’s Tatem Arts Center. All performances begin at 8 p.m. and tickets can be purchased at the door one hour prior to each show. Tickets are $10 for general admission and $5 for Hood faculty and staff. For more information about the performances, read the full news story; or contact Joseph Brady.
Colloquium Series Continues With Lectures on States' and Civil Rights
Hood’s fall 2008 Colloquium series continues Thursday, Nov. 6 with a lecture by William J. Cooper, Ph.D., the Boyd professor of history at Louisiana State University, titled “States’ Rights, Jefferson Davis and the Confederacy.” The lecture will take place in Hood’s Hodson Auditorium in Rosenstock Hall from 7 to 8 p.m.
On Wednesday, Nov. 12, Professor Charles E. Cobb Jr., a distinguished reporter who has taught at various universities, will give a lecture on American race relations, titled “To Form a More Perfect Union: The Fight for Civil Rights and Citizenship,” from 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. in Hood’s Whitaker Campus Center Commons.
The events are part of the College’s annual colloquium lecture series, which this year focuses on understanding cultural differences. For more information, contact William Heath, interim National Endowment of the Humanities and Sophia M. Libman professor.
Mathematical Association of America Conference
The fall meeting of the Maryland-Washington, D.C.-Virginia section of the Mathematical Association of America will be held at Hood Friday and Saturday, Nov. 7-8. The conference will include talks on cryptology, chaos and evolution; contributed paper sessions; MAA books on sale; and a banquet on Friday night, and lunch on Saturday. Visit the MAA Web site for more information and to register for the event.
Fall Dance Ensemble Concert
Enjoy an evening of jazz, ballet, modern, tap and lyrical dance by the Hood College Dance Ensemble Friday and Saturday, Nov. 14 and 15 from 7:30 to 9 p.m. in Hood’s Hodson Auditorium in Rosenstock Hall. The performances will also feature guest artists from the greater Maryland, Washington, D.C., and Virginia areas. The event is free and open to the public. Donations will be taken at door. For more information, contact Fran Marsili, director of dance at Hood, or call (301) 696-3492. |
Women's Cross Country
Last Week
No meets scheduled
This Week
Oct. 18 Hood College Invitational (at Heritage Farm Park)
The Blazers host the second annual Hood College Invitational Saturday at Heritage Farm Park in Walkersville beginning at 11 a.m. Hood will entertain squads from 11 area colleges including Capital Athletic Conference rivals Wesley College, Gallaudet University and Marymount University. Hood will honor seniors Kelly Keyser (above) and Danielle Sgro during the awards ceremony.
Men's Cross Country
Last Week
No meets scheduled
This Week
Oct. 18 Hood College Invitational (at Heritage Farm Park)
The Blazers host the second annual Hood College Invitational Saturday at Heritage Farm Park in Walkersville beginning at 11 a.m. Hood will entertain squads from 11 area colleges including Capital Athletic Conference rivals Wesley College, Gallaudet University and Marymount University. Hood will honor seniors Ben Caplins (above), Will Emory, Mattia Mabellini and Nick Manning during the awards ceremony.
Field Hockey (1-9, 0-5 CAC)
Last Week
Oct. 9 Lost to University of Mary Washington 2-3
Oct. 12 Lost to No. 9 Salisbury University 0-12
This Week
Oct. 14 at Goucher College 4 p.m.
Oct. 18 at St. Mary's College (Md.) 12:30 p.m.
The Blazers hit the road for a pair of contests this week. Hood took the University of Mary Washington to the wire Thursday in a Capital Athletic Conference game. The Eagles scored a late goal with only 1:14 showing on the clock to clinch the victory. Junior Brandy Noel and senior Jess Head (above) scored for the Blazers. Noel notched her team-best fourth goal of the fall while Head tallied the third score of her Blazer career.
Women's Soccer (8-5-1, 3-3 CAC)
Last Week
Oct. 7 Lost to Stevenson Unviersity 0-2
Oct. 12 Defeated Purchase College 2-0
This Week
Oct. 18 vs. Salisbury University 1 p.m.
Hood eclipsed its win total from 2007 with a 2-0 shutout over SUNY Purchase Sunday. Freshman Jessica Devine (above) knocked in both of Hood's scores against the Panthers to give her a team-high nine goals on the season. The Blazers are only five goals away from breaking the school record for goals in a season (46). Hood, currently tied for third with York College (Pa.) in the Capital Athletic Conference standings with nine points, entertains fifth-place Salisbury University Saturday.
Men's Soccer (4-9, 1-4 CAC)
Last Week
Oct. 8 Lost to St. Mary's College (Md.) 1-3
Oct. 11 Lost to Wesley College 0-3
This Week
Oct. 18 vs. Salisbury University 3 p.m.
Junior Carlin Rabie registered his second goal of the season in the final three seconds of regulation against St. Mary's College (Md.) Wednesday for Hood's lone score of the afternoon. Junior Shawn Fernholz turned away 10 Seahawk shot attempts on the day. Saturday Hood managed three shots on goal, all by freshman Christopher Mendez (above), against Wesley College in another CAC contest. The Blazers have three home games left on the docket, the first against Salisbury University Saturday at Thomas Athletic Field.
Volleyball (1-14, 0-6 CAC)
Last Week
Oct. 7 Lost to Gallaudet University 0-3
Oct. 9 Lost to Goucher College 0-3
This Week
Oct. 14 at Lancaster Bible College 7 p.m.
Oct. 18 vs. Southern Virginia University (at Lynchburg) Noon
Oct. 18 at Lynchburg College 2 p.m.
The Blazers dropped a pair of matches last week to Gallaudet University and Goucher College. Junior Ashley Burns put down seven kills against the Gophers while Chelsea Weaver (above) added six. Lena Bushrod amassed 18 digs and Kristina Straub set up 12 Blazers kills. Hood looks to snap its four-match losing skid Tuesday at Lancaster Bible College.
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