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September 16, 2009

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A New Academic Year Begins at Hood
First-year and returning Hood students, faculty, staff, friends, and alumnae and alumni were present at Convocation Aug. 24 to celebrate the beginning of another academic year. The Hood community welcomed more than 400 new undergraduate students, bringing the total fall 2009 enrollment to nearly 2,500. Students received welcoming remarks from President Ronald J. Volpe, and a convocation address from Linda Scott, professor of psychology. A campus-wide picnic was held on the residential quadrangle following the ceremony. View photos of Convocation 2009.

Hood Highlights

New Looks on Campus
Students returning to campus found that not all had been quiet during the summer! Several renovations were made, including the installation of a nearly 16-foot tall street clock outside of Whitaker Campus Center. The clock was donated through the combined fund-raising efforts of the classes of 1958, in celebration of their 50th reunion, and 2008, as their senior class gift. For more information about the clock tower, read the full news story.

Students and professors are also already taking advantage of the recently-completed outdoor classroom in front of Rosenstock Hall, a gift from the Class of 2007. The classroom features five wooden benches on a brick patio and can accommodate a class of between 20 to 25 students.

The new athletic turf field, scoreboard, locker room facilities and athletic complex entrance were also completed during the summer. The first game on the new field—a field hockey contest against Salisbury University—was played Sept. 1. Join the Hood community for the dedication ceremony and unveiling of the College’s new outdoor complex Friday, Oct. 23 at noon. To R.S.V.P. for the event, 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.

Your Phones May Be Ringing
Hood’s fall phonathon began yesterday and will run until Nov. 12. 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.

Athletic Hall of Fame Ceremony
The 2nd annual Hood College Athletic Hall of Fame ceremony will be held 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 Albert Cohen L.H.D. ’06, trustee emeritus and friend of the College, and his late wife, Etta. 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. 29.

Become a Legacy at Hood
This is your chance to make an impact on the memories of a current Hood student by making a contribution to the Ring Scholarship Fund (separate from your Annual Funds donation). These donations are used to give deserving students full or partial scholarships for their Hood rings. To learn more about the program, contact the office of alumni relations or call (301) 696-3900.

Alumnae in the News
Beverley Swaim-Staley ’77, M.A. ’82 was named the state of Maryland’s new transportation secretary. Beverley has been the acting transportation secretary since June. For more information about Beverley’s appointment, read the full news story.

Medora Dashiell Sheehan ’75 opened Turtle Rock Tutor, a new one-on-one tutoring service that mentors kindergarten through sixth-grade students in any academic subject, in Palmer Ranch near Sarasota, Fla. Medora has 24 years of teaching experience in both the public and private sectors. For more information about Medora’s tutoring service, read the full news story.

Roxanne Koppenhaver Snyder ’05 co-authored a book titled “Teach with Success: The First Year and Beyond,” that includes tips, ideas, suggestions, handouts, lesson plans and more for new teachers, as well as for teachers looking for innovative ways to reach their students. Read more information about Roxanne’s book.

Remembering a Special Professor
The upcoming winter edition of Hood Magazine will focus on faculty—how they made a difference in students’ and graduates’ lives and how they are making, or have made, a difference in the world through teaching, research, mentorship or guidance. Tell us about a Hood faculty member who made a difference in your life and how. Please submit your answers, and any further questions, to the office of marketing and communications or call (301) 696-3800.

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, faculty and staff, alumnae and alumni, 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 500 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.

Wine Tasting and Happy Hour in Frederick, Md.
Tuesday, Sept. 22, 5:30-7:30 p.m., Frederick Cellars, 221 N. East St., Frederick, MD 21701. Gather with area alums at Frederick Cellars to enjoy wine tasting, hors d’oeuvres and tours while catching up with old friends and making new connections. The cost of the event is $10 per person. To R.S.V.P., please contact the office of alumni relations; or call (800) 707-5280, option 2, or (301) 696-3900. Walk-ins are welcome.

Reception in Columbus, Ohio
Sunday, Oct. 11, 3-5 p.m., Riviera Golf and Country Club, Bella Vista Room, 8205 Avery Road, Dublin, OH 43017. Please welcome back Ohio native President Ronald J. Volpe by joining him for a cocktail reception and an update on exciting new developments at Hood. 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. 7.

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

Colloquium Celebrates 10th Anniversary
The Center for the Humanities Colloquium celebrates its 10th anniversary with events scheduled for the fall semester under the theme “Provocations, Passions and Disruptions.”

The colloquium will begin Thursday, Sept. 24 with a lecture titled “The Small Golden Shrine of Tutankhamun and Ankhesenamun,” by Gay Robins, Samuel Candler Dobbs professor of art history at Emory University. The lecture will take place at 7 p.m. in Hood’s Whitaker Campus Center Commons.

On Wednesday, Sept. 30, historical novelist William Heath, professor emeritus of English at Mount St. Mary’s University, will discuss the historical novel and read from his book titled “Blacksnake’s Path: The True Adventures of William Wells,” which will be followed by a book signing. The event will take place at 7 p.m. in Hood’s Marx Center.

For more information about the fall colloquium schedule, read the full news story or contact Rebecca Prime, Libman professor of humanities.

Annual Randall Family Music Concert
The annual Randall Family music concert will be held Sunday, Oct. 4 at 3 p.m. in Hood’s Coffman Chapel. The concert, which is free and open to the public, will feature organist Wayne L. Wold, associate professor of music and College organist, and several professional brass players in a festival concert for organ and brass. For more information about the concert, please contact Noel Lester, concert pianist and professor of music at Hood, or call (301) 696-3429.

Social Visionary Speaker Series
The Social Visionary Speaker Series continues Thursday, Oct. 6 with a panel discussion on healthcare, titled “A Mission of Mercy—Healing Through Love.” The discussion, which is free and open to the public, will begin at 6:30 p.m. in Hood’s Whitaker Campus Center Commons and will feature members of Mission of Mercy, an independent nonprofit organization that offers free healthcare, dental care and prescription medications to the uninsured and underinsured. Following the panel discussion will be a dessert reception celebrating Mission of Mercy’s 15th anniversary of providing medical and dental service to the community. For more information about the event, please contact Yvette Webster, community service coordinator in the career center, or call (301) 696-3583.

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

Athletics News

Women's Cross Country

Last Week
Sept. 12 at Green Terror Long-Short Invitational (hosted by McDaniel College) 3K: Individual Results; 5K: 4th of 7

This Week
Sept. 19 at York College (Pa.) Invitational 10:30 a.m.

The top finisher for the Blazers at McDaniel was senior Jessica Stanley who was the ninth college runner (11th overall) at 5,000 meters. She was joined in earning medalist honors on the long course by Maria Moss (14th college finisher), as the top 15 college runners received recognition. Rounding out the scoring for the Blazers were Joanna LaBoue (18th team finisher) and Emily Brownlee (26th team finisher). Sam Smith recorded a 34th place team finish, as Hood finished fourth. In the women’s short course race, Chloe Ey (above) and Kristina Coggins participated in their first college races, finishing 22nd and 24th, respectively. Hood travels to York College (Pa.) for a meet Saturday.

Men's Cross Country

Last Week
Sept. 12 at Green Terror Long-Short Invitational (hosted by McDaniel College) 3K: 5th of 7; 5K: 5th of 7

This Week
Sept. 19 at York College (Pa.) Invitational 10:30 a.m.

Freshman Brett Shelley (above) had the top finish on the day as the 11th college finisher on the long course (12th overall), earning medalist honors. He returned a half hour later to match the feat on the short course, again finishing as the 11th college runner. William Andrews ran No. 2 for the Blazers in both races. His highest finish was 17th on the short course. Blair Ames ran No. 3 in both races, the 21st finisher on the short course. Rounding out the scoring on the men’s side was Brendan Greenlees, who competed in his 28th race in a Hood College cross country jersey, the second-most in program history. Greenlees was the 34th college finisher on the long course. Dan Gudeman also competed in both races finishing as the 31st team finisher on the 3,000 meter course. Following in 34th was Jordan McNeill who finished his first college race. Hood travels to York College (Pa.) for a meet Saturday.

Field Hockey (0-3, 0-2 CAC)

Last Week
Sept. 8 Lost to York College (Pa.) 0-6

This Week
Sept. 17 vs. Goucher College 4:30 p.m.
Sept. 19 at St. Vincent College 4:30 p.m.

After a nine-day layoff, Hood returns to action Thursday hosting regional rival Goucher College, a team it has beaten only once in seven meetings. Hood's lone victory over the Gophers came during the 2005 campaign (2-0). In Tuesday's setback to the York College (Pa.) Spartans, junior goalkeeper Anne Marie Hantman (above) turned away eight shots and freshman defender Michelle Buhrman made three defensive saves. Hantman is tied for third in the Capital Athletic Conference in saves.

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

Last Week
Sept. 9 Lost to St. Mary's College (Md.) 0-4
Sept. 12 Defeated Purchase College 3-0

This Week
Sept. 16 at College of Notre Dame (Md.) 4:30 p.m.
Sept. 19 vs. Mt. Aloysius College 1 p.m.

Senior Nikki Antalffy and sophomores Carlie Colella and Casey Miller (above) netted single tallies in a 3-0 shutout of visiting Purchase College Saturday afternoon. Hood junior Cara Jordan tied former Blazer Tamara Maggard '07 for first place on the program's career assists chart with her 14th assist on Colella's goal in the 61st minute. Hood's seasonal scoring leader with 10 points (4 goals, 2 assists), Jordan is also one goal shy of tying Jamie Summers '02 for second place in career goals (23). Hood has a pair of nonleague matches slated for this week.

Men's Soccer (1-3, 0-0 CAC)

Last Week
Sept. 8 Lost to Valley Forge Christian College 1-2
Sept. 10 Defeated Mt. Aloysius College 5-0

This Week
Sept. 19 at Lancaster Bible College 3 p.m.

Hood earned its first victory of the season Thursday by posting its fourth shutout of Mt. Aloysius in five meetings. Hood set a school record by firing 67 shots against the Mounties in the lopsided win. Freshman Naseem Zietoon tallied his first two collegiate goals to spark Hood to the win. Classmate Jaime Ramirez (above) also picked up a pair of assists in the game. The Blazers look to even their record this week with a pair of nonleague road matches before opening conference play next week.

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

This Week
Sept. 19 vs. Catholic University 10 a.m.
Sept. 20 at Shenandoah University 1 p.m

Senior Dani Hunt (above) and the Blazers open the fall tennis season Saturday against Catholic University at the Baker Park Tennis Courts. Hunt won 10 singles matches last season, including three of four last fall.

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

This Week
Sept. 19 vs. Catholic University 10 a.m.
Sept. 20 at Shenandoah University 1 p.m.

Hood has just three fall matches on the docket and will play two of them this weekend. Hood's contest with Catholic University Saturday will be played at the Baker Park Tennis Courts. The Blazers return six letterwinners from last season including sophomore Carter Reitman (above) who won 11 singles matches during his rookie season.

Volleyball (0-3, 0-0 CAC)

Last Week
Sept. 8 Lost to Shenandoah University 1-3
Sept. 10 Lost to Penn State-Harrisburg 2-3

This Week
Sept. 15 vs. Johns Hopkins University 7 p.m.
Sept. 16 vs. University of Mary Washington 7 p.m.
Sept. 19 vs. Marymount University (at Catholic University) 10 a.m.
Sept. 19 at Catholic University Noon
Sept. 19 vs. Trinity University (D.C.) (at Catholic University) 2 p.m.

Hood makes its home debut Tuesday against regional rival Johns Hopkins University and entertains its first Capital Athletic Conference foe Wednesday when the University of Mary Washington visits Gambrill Gymnasium. Junior tri-captain Chelsea Weaver notched a career-high with 22 digs in a five-set thriller at Penn State Harrisburg Thursday. Freshman Brittany Tribett also registered a career-high with 31 assists versus the Nittany Lions. Senior Ashley Burns recorded a double-double with 11 kills and 19 digs to go along with seven service aces and junior Kristina Straub (above) finished with eight kills and 12 digs. Hood seeks its first victory of the season this week with five matches on the docket.

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