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October 13, 2009

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You Are Cordially Invited
President Ronald J. Volpe, Ph.D., and the Board of Trustees invite Hood alumnae and alumni, faculty and staff, students and friends to the dedication ceremony and unveiling of Hood’s new outdoor athletic complex Friday, Oct. 23 at noon at the Thomas Athletic Field on campus. Join the Hood community in reliving the past and celebrating the future! To R.S.V.P., please contact the office of institutional advancement or call (301) 696-3700 or (800) 707-5280 (option 2). Please R.S.V.P. by Oct. 19.

Hood Highlights

New Members Named to Board of Associates
Nine new members were recently elected to Hood’s board of associates. Pictured with Earl H. Robbins Jr., chair of the board of associates, and Jewel K. Smith, vice chair (front row, far left), and President Ronald J. Volpe, Ph.D. (front row, far right), are: (front row, left to right) Lisa Coblentz; Dawn Leonard, M.D.; and Karlys Kline; (back row, left to right) Jeffrey A. Boyd; Michael L. Proffitt; Jason Aufdem-Brinke; Syed W. Haque, M.D.; and Uplaksh Kumar. Mike Larkin was unable to be present for the photo. For more information about the new board of associates members, read the full news story.

Athletic Hall of Fame Ceremony
The 2nd annual Hood College Athletic Hall of Fame ceremony is scheduled for Saturday, Nov. 7 at 4 p.m. in Hood’s Whitaker Campus Center. This year’s inductees include: Kathleen King Kinsey ’87; Dominique Bustamante Thayil ’97; Melissa Kelly ’00, M.A. ’03; Karen Klisch, professor emerita of physical education and former Hood swimming and basketball coach; and Etta and Albert Cohen H ’06, friends of the College. To R.S.V.P., contact the office of alumni relations, or call (301) 696-3900 or (800) 707-5280 (option 2). Please R.S.V.P. by Nov. 3. For additional information, read the full news story.

Student and Donors Scholarship Reception
Current students, as well as past and present donors, will be recognized at an endowed scholarship appreciation reception Sunday, Nov. 8 at 3 p.m. in Hood’s Whitaker Campus Center. The countless individuals, organizations and foundations that have given generously to Hood have helped to establish more than 300 named scholarships that support the education of a majority of Hood’s undergraduate students.

Secretary of Higher Education Visits Campus
On Sept. 23, Frederick was capital for the day as Maryland Secretary of Higher Education James E. Lyons Sr., spent his afternoon at Hood. In addition to meeting with President Volpe and senior administrators, Secretary Lyons spoke with two students—Phil Yerby ’11 and Janelle Dionne '10. The day concluded with a cabinet meeting in downtown Frederick. Pictured (from left to right) are: John Ratliff, Governor Martin O'Malley's director of policy; Phil Yerby '11; Secretary Lyons; and President Volpe. For additional pictures of Secretary Lyons’ visit, view our photo gallery.

Your Phones May Be Ringing
Hood’s fall phonathon will run until Thursday, Nov. 12, and students will be calling alums and parents to ask for support of Hood’s Annual Funds. Your yearly gifts provide funds for student scholarships, academic programs and the innovative learning environment for which Hood is known. Last year, phonathon callers raised more than $350,000 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.

Thank You Legacy and Ring Scholarship Donors
The Office of Alumni Relations would like to thank all 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.

62nd Anniversary of Handel's "Messiah"
The Hood College Choir—under the direction of Brenda Weiser, director of choral activities—along with the Montgomery College choirs, and professional orchestra and soloists, will continue the annual tradition of presenting Handel’s “Messiah” in Hood’s Coffman Chapel. The performances are Saturday, Nov. 21 at 8 p.m., and Sunday, Nov. 22 at 3 p.m. For additional information, please contact Brenda Weiser or call (301) 696-3875.

Major Gifts Officer and Admission Counselor Positions
The Hood College Office of Institutional Advancement is looking for an experienced, energetic fund-raising professional to join the Hood team as a major gifts and planned giving officer. For additional information about this position, please contact the office of institutional advancement, call (301) 696-3700 or visit our Web page.

The Hood College Office of Admission is seeking an experienced professional to join the admission team as an admission counselor/assistant director of admission. For additional information about this position, please contact the office of admission or call (301) 696-3400.

Local Frederick Graduate Alumna Named Woman of the Year
Hagerstown Police Lt. Margaret A. Kline M.A. ’92 was recently named The Hagerstown Business and Professional Women’s Club 2009 Woman of the Year. Margaret began working with the police department in 1974 and went on to become the first sworn female officer to work uniform patrol. For more information about Margaret’s recognition, read the full news story.

Correction: Management Programs Accreditation Process
In the Aug. 13 issue of Bl@zer Links, it was printed that Hood’s management programs have earned accreditation by the Association of Collegiate Business Schools and Programs. The management programs have been accepted as candidates and the process of earning accreditation is still underway. We apologize for the misprint and wish the programs luck in the accreditation process.

Hood Professor Offers Trip to Europe
Noel Lester, concert pianist and professor of music at Hood, in conjunction with Smolka Tours—a specialist in organizing classical music trips—is planning a group trip to Scandinavia in June 2010. The trip—which will be open to Hood students who may earn college credit, alumnae and alumni, faculty and staff, and friends of the College—will include sightseeing, museums tours, concerts and music festivals, and the magnificent scenery of Scandinavia. For more information about this exciting travel opportunity, please contact Professor Lester or call (301) 696-3429. In past years, Professor Lester has led two trips to the British Isles, two to Italy, and several to central and eastern Europe. Past participants have heard concerts and operas at Glyndebourne, Covent Garden, La Scala, La Fenice, the Rome Opera, the Vienna Staatsoper, the National Theater in Prague, the Arena di Verona, the Edinburgh Festival, the Mozarteum in Salzburg and many others.

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 630 other alums in the “Hood College Alumnae and Alumni” group. If you do not have a Facebook account, sign up for one now!

Alumnae and Alumni Events

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 alumni relations Web page for updates on future events.

Cocktail Reception in Hagerstown, Md.
Tuesday, Oct. 27, 5:30-7:30 p.m., Fountain Head Country Club, 13316 Fountain Head Road, Hagerstown, MD 21742. Please join President Ronald J. Volpe, area alumni, friends and guests for a cocktail reception, where the recipient of the Waltersdorf Henson Scholarship will be announced. To R.S.V.P., please contact the office of alumni relations; or call (800) 707-5280, option 2, or (301) 696-3900. Please R.S.V.P. by Oct. 22.

Happy Hour in Philadelphia, Pa.
Wednesday, Dec. 9, 5:30-7:30 p.m., Del Frisco’s Double Eagle Steak House, 1426 Chestnut St., Philadelphia, PA 19102. Join area alums and guests for happy hour with special guest Nancy E. Gillece ’81, vice president for institutional advancement. To R.S.V.P., please contact the office of alumni relations; or call (800) 707-5280, option 2, or (301) 696-3900. Please R.S.V.P. by Dec. 4.

Career Opportunities

Hood College Career Services
Take advantage of free lifetime services. We can help you with your résumé, give you advice on your job search and talk to you about career options and much more. Contact us by phone at (301) 696-3583 or by e-mail at careers@hood.edu to schedule an appointment.

New Linked-to-Work Database System
The career center has a new database system, Linked-to-Work. Hood students and alumni can utilize Linked-to-Work to search for internships and part- and full-time jobs. Alumni will also be able to post positions on the new system, free of charge. Visit the career center Web page for more information about Linked-to-Work or call (301) 696-3583.

Career Mentor Blog
This fall the career center will host a career mentor blog, featuring weekly posts from alumni in different career fields that will be available to current students exploring career options. If you are interested in sharing and writing about your professional experiences, contact the career center or call (301) 696-3583.

Campus Events

Hodson Gallery Exhibit
Artist Philip Lindsey will showcase his drawings and paintings with biblical, mythological, legendary and contemporary themes in Hood’s Hodson Gallery in the Tatem Arts Center until Wednesday, Oct. 28. A reception, featuring a talk by the artist, will be held Thursday, Oct. 15 from 6 to 8 p.m. in the gallery. For more information about the exhibit, contact Milana Braslavsky, curator of the Hodson Gallery, or read the full news story. The Hodson Gallery is open daily from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Hood College Theatre to Stage Harold Pinter's "Old Times"
Hood College Theatre will perform its fall production of Harold Pinter’s “Old Times” Thursday to Saturday, Oct. 29-31 and Nov. 5-7. Directed by Joe Brady, director of Hood College Theatre, the performances will take place in Hood’s Avalon Performing Arts Studio in the Tatem Arts Center at 2 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 31 and at 8 p.m. on all other performance dates. General admission tickets are $10; students, and Hood faculty and staff tickets are $5; and Hood students are free. Tickets are available on a first-come, first-served basis at the door beginning 30 minutes before each show. For more information, contact Joe Brady or call (301) 696-3720; or read the full news story.

Re-discover Hood Event
The office of admission invites alums and their daughters, sons or grandchildren to visit campus for a Re-discover Hood event Tuesday, Nov. 17 from 6 to 8 p.m., in Hood’s Whitaker Campus Center Commons. Alums can see the exciting things happening at their alma mater and find out more about affordable college payment options, while prospective students can speak with current Hood students and learn important college search strategies. Register for this event and read about other opportunities to visit Hood. For additional information, contact the office of admission or call (301) 696-3400 or (800) 922-1599.

Life Technologies Corporation Lecture
James Meegan, Ph.D., senior director of research and development for Life Technologies Clinical Diagnostics business unit, will deliver the keynote address at Hood’s Summer Science Research Institute event Wednesday, Nov. 18 at 7:30 p.m. in Hood’s Hodson Auditorium in Rosenstock Hall. Dr. Meegan was previously the senior director of biodefense operations in Life Technologies Frederick, Md., office, and has served as the program officer for acute viral diseases and biodefense with the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases at the National Institutes of Health.

Visit Hood's Web site or the Calendar of Events for more information about upcoming events!

Athletics News

Equestrian Team to Hold Fourth Annual Silent Auction
Hood's equestrian team will hold its fourth annual silent auction and reception Saturday, Dec. 5 from 6 to 9 p.m. in Hood's Whitaker Campus Center Commons. Proceeds from the event will directly benefit the equestrian team and their endeavors. In addition, a portion of the earnings from the silent auction will be donated to a foundation involved in equine rescues. For more information, please contact Lisa Mitchell, co-head equestrian coach, or call (301) 696-3874.

Women's Cross Country

Last Week
No meets scheduled

This Week
Oct. 17 hosting Hood College Open (at Heritage Farm Park) 11 a.m.

After two weeks off, the Blazers will welcome 20 squads to Heritage Farm Park for the third annual Hood College Cross Country Open. The coaching staff will also recognize seniors Emily Brownlee, Janelle Dionne and Jessica Stanley (above) following the race.

Men's Cross Country

Last Week
No meets scheduled

This Week
Oct. 17 hosting Hood College Open (at Heritage Farm Park) 11 a.m.

After two weeks off, the Blazers will welcome 20 squads to Heritage Farm Park for the third annual Hood College Cross Country Open. The coaching staff will also recognize seniors Blair Ames (above), William Andrews and Brendan Greenlees following the race.

Field Hockey (3-8, 0-5 CAC)

Last Week
Oct. 8 Lost to University of Mary Washington 1-8
Oct. 11 Lost to Cedar Crest College 1-3

This Week
Oct. 16 vs. Marywood University 4 p.m.

Freshman Megan Cahill scored a goal and had an assist in an 0-2 week for the Blazers. Cahill's first career assist came on a goal by sophomore Sam Liptrap (above) in the first 30 seconds of Thursday's game at the University of Mary Washington. Cahill also scored Hood's lone goal against Cedar Crest College Sunday. The Blazers entertain Marywood University in a nonleague game Friday.

Men's Golf

Last Week
Oct. 5 at Franklin & Marshall College Invitational 17th place

This Week
Fall season complete

Junior Aaron Prescott shot an 11-over 82 and was the top finisher for the Blazers, who traveled to the Bent Creek Country Club Monday for the Bent Creek Invitational hosted by Franklin & Marshall College. Prescott finished in a tie for 21st out of 94 golfers at the 19-team invitational. Fellow juniors Andy Alger and Evan Chaney carded an 86 and 87, respectively. Sophomore Tyler Fairley (105) and freshman Connor McKenna (above) (119) comprised the remainder of the Hood squad at this tournament as the Blazers wrapped up their fall slate.

Women's Soccer (7-4-1, 2-3 CAC)

Last Week
Oct. 6 Lost to Catholic University 0-4
Oct. 9 Lost to Wesley College 0-1

This Week
Oct. 14 vs. Stevenson University 4 p.m.
Oct. 17 at Salisbury University 1 p.m.

Hood saw its six-game unbeaten streak come to an end Tuesday at Catholic University. The Blazers allowed four goals, matching a season-high. The Blazers host Stevenson University Wednesday in a rematch of last season's Capital Athletic Conference tournament game that was decided by penalty kicks and saw Hood record its first-ever CAC playoff win. Junior Alexa Hubicki, Liz Rakowski '09 and sophomore Casey Miller all converted their penalty kick opportunities in that shootout, lifting the Blazers to the dramatic victory. Currently in second place in the conference, the Mustangs bring a four-game winning streak into Wednesday's tilt, while senior Nikki Antalffy (above) and the Blazers look to snap a two-game slide and climb out of a sixth-place tie with Wesley College.

Men's Soccer (2-9, 0-4 CAC)

Last Week
Oct. 6 Lost to St. Mary's College (Md.) 0-2

This Week
Oct. 12 at Juniata College 4 p.m.
Oct. 17 at Salisbury University 2 p.m.

Freshman William Lane made seven saves against St. Mary's College (Md.) Tuesday in the Blazers' home finale. The squad will hit the road for its final five regular season matches, beginning with a Monday trip to Huntingdon, Pa., to take on the Juniata College Eagles. Six different players have contributed goals this fall, including two apiece by senior Corey DeMaster, sophomore Mike Yencho (above) and freshman Naseem Zietoon.

Women's Tennis (0-6, 0-0 CAC)

Last Week
Oct. 5 Lost to Shepherd University 0-9
Oct. 9 Lost to College of Notre Dame (Md.) 2-7
Oct. 11 Lost to Methodist University 0-9

This Week
Fall season complete

The Blazers suffered three setbacks last week to wrap up the fall docket. Senior Jillian Elkaim downed Miku White from the College of Notre Dame in straight sets (6-2, 6-1) and teamed with sophomore Emily Shrodel (above) to defeat White and Kelcy Bye, 8-2, at first doubles. The Blazers will resume play in the spring.

Men's Tennis (2-2, 0-0 CAC)

Last Week
Oct. 5 Defeated Shepherd University 6-3

This Week
Fall season complete

Sophomore Carter Reitman, junior Mike Hardman, senior David Blowe and sophomore Andrew Blowe (above) were all winners in their respective singles matches as the Blazers evened their fall record at 2-2. Hardman finished the fall with a perfect 4-0 mark, all at the second singles position. The doubles tandem of Reitman and Hardman also remained unbeaten with a decisive 8-1 victory over Shepherd's Taylor Boyle and Nathan Jones. The Blowe brothers knocked off Kent Thomas and David Leonard for their second doubles win of the fall.

Volleyball (3-14, 0-5 CAC)

Last Week
Oct. 6 Lost to Stevenson University 0-3
Oct. 7 Lost to Goucher College 0-3
Oct. 10 Defeated Trinity University (D.C.) 3-0
Oct. 10 Defeated Penn State Harrisburg 3-1
Oct. 10 Lost to Shenandoah University 0-3

This Week
Oct. 15 at Salisbury University 7 p.m.
Oct. 17 vs. Trinity University (D.C.) Noon
Oct. 17 vs. Randolph College 4 p.m.

The Blazers won back-to-back matches for the first time since October 2006 with victories over Trinity University (D.C.) and Penn State Harrisburg Saturday. Led by junior Kristina Straub's 12 kills, the Blazers put down a season-high 41 kills in a four-set win over the Nittany Lions. With the win, the Blazers avenged a five-set loss to PSU Harrisburg from earlier in the season. Junior Chelsea Weaver registered a career-high 36 digs opposite the Nittany Lions while freshman Brittany Tribett's 34 assists in that match were also a career-high. Straub finished with a double-double (12 kills and 15 digs). Freshman Brittany Lethbridge (above) notched a season-high with 17 digs in the Harrisburg match. The Blazers journey to Salisbury, Md., Thursday to take on the top team in the Capital Athletic Conference, the Salisbury University Sea Gulls. Then Saturday, the team will host Trinity and Randolph College in a tri-match at Gambrill Gymnasium beginning at noon.

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