In honor of this year’s Banned Books Week (September 23-29), a Read Out will be held on Wednesday, Sept. 26, and Thursday, Sept. 27, on Campus Walk, in front of Lee Hall, from 11:45 a.m. to 1:15 p.m. Faculty, administrators, and students will read from selected banned books. The event, which is sponsored by the Department of English, Linguistics and Communication, Simpson Library, and the University Bookstore, is free and open to the public. Rain location is the University Center. A special exhibition of banned books will be on display in the lobby area of Simpson Library throughout the week.
Registrar’s Office to Present at 2018 MABUG Conference
The Registrar’s Office is set to be well represented at this year’s Mid-Atlantic Banner Users Group (MABUG) Conference, which takes place October 14-16 right here in Fredericksburg at the Fredericksburg Expo Center. Brian Ogle, Associate Registrar for Student Systems, will present on UMW’s revamped academic standing policy as well as on our current commencement participation policies. Evie Sherlock, Associate Registrar for Administration and Enrollment, and Kevin Caffrey, Senior Associate Registrar, will be presenting how UMW utilizes the waitlist feature in Banner 9, and Caffrey and University Registrar, Rita Dunston, will co-present a session on how the Registrar’s Office has successfully utilized social media to expand their role on campus and effectively disseminate information. For more information on MABUG 2018 including registering for the conference, go to http://www.mabug.org.
Athletic Department Announces 23rd Hall of Fame Induction Class
The University of Mary Washington Athletic Department is proud to announce the 23rd Athletic Hall of Fame Induction class. Inductees include former NCAA record holder and All-American Caitlin Erickson Moore ’08, All-America women’s basketball record breaker Liz Hickey ’08, standout baseball star Joe Kruper ’92, men’s basketball record holder Mike Lee ’07, and long-time successful coach of women’s soccer and men’s lacrosse Kurt Glaeser.
Erickson graduated as the NCAA Division III season record holder for points per game in a season, and still ranks in the top five all-time in Division III in points and assists in a season. Upon graduation, she held school records for career points (303), season points (143), season assists (81), and points (14) and assists (10) in a game. She led the nation in assists per game and points per game in her senior season en route to All-America honors. She continues to represent UMW in a positive light as the highly successful head coach of the program in which she thrived.
Hickey is the only athlete in any sport in school history to have her number retired, as she graduated as the only three-time All-American in women’s basketball history. She ended her career as the NCAA Division III career leader in blocked shots, with 509, and helped the Eagles to three NCAA Tournament appearances, including the 2007 Division III Final Four, as well as a pair of Sweet 16s. A two-time CAC Player of the Year and two-time regional player of the year, Hickey scored 1,370 points in her career, and was subsequently named to the Capital Athletic Conference Silver Anniversary Team, honoring the top 25 players in conference history.
Kruper was at the forefront of Mary Washington developing into a national power in the early 1990s, and still ranks as the program’s all-time leader in career triples. He is one of only 10 Mary Washington players to be named as a first team all-conference selection three times, and was a two-time all-region selection. He batted .430 as a freshman en route to conference player of the year honors, and struck out just one time the entire season. He posted a career batting average of .384, with an on-base percentage of .490 and a slugging average of .563. His defensive prowess included a .975 career fielding average, as he committed just 13 errors in four years in 520 chances.
Lee was the top player as Mary Washington emerged as a regional power in the mid 2000s, finishing his career with 1,564 points, the second-most in program history. He remains the school’s record holder in three-point baskets in a game (11), three-pointers in a career (323), as well as three-point attempts in a game, season, and career. He was awarded the CAC Rookie of the Year in 2004, and also gained first team All-CAC honors in a career that saw the Eagles win 68 games, the most in any four-year span in program history to that point.
Glaeser was a longtime successful coach for the women’s soccer and men’s lacrosse programs at Mary Washington, leading both to NCAA Tournament appearances. In soccer, he coached the Eagles to 12 conference titles and 12 NCAA Championship appearances, including the final four in 1992 and the elite eight in 1997 and 1998. His 244 victories rank as among the most in Division III history, and his 71.0 win percentage is among the best ever in Division III. Glaeser also led the men’s lacrosse program to the NCAA Tournament in 2014, ranking as high as 12th in the nation. His combined 428 career wins in 27 years leave a lasting legacy in both programs’ histories.
The induction will take place on Friday, February 8, 2019, at the UMW University Center. Tickets for the event will be available online soon.
Award–Winning Environmental Documentary Presented at Belmont
For the second year, Gari Melchers Home and Studio will present a free community screening of an environmental film. This year’s featured presentation is the award-winning documentary Inhabit, scheduled for Sunday, Sept. 9 at 2 p.m. in the Pavilion.
The 92-minute film explores the many environmental and agricultural issues facing us today and examines solutions that are being applied using the ecological design process called “permaculture.”
Permaculture uses the principles found in ecosystems to help shift our impact from destructive to regenerative. Focusing mostly on the Northeastern and Midwestern regions of the US, Inhabit provides an intimate look at permaculture peoples and practices across rural, suburban and urban landscapes.
“Inhabit takes us on a tour of best practice permaculture: regenerative farms, suburban gardens, organic orchards, food forests, appropriate technology, inner city regeneration in the poorest of communities, commercial mushroom production, flood mitigation. . . It is a feast of practical information and a flowering of hitherto untold possibilities, showing us that we have the skills and knowledge to restore the earth and that it’s not only possible, it is already happening.” -Permaculture Magazine
Free admission. Contact: Joanna Catron at jcatron@umw.edu or 540-654-1841.
Gari Melchers Home and Studio is a 28-acre estate and former residence of the artist Gari Melchers and his wife Corinne. The property, which is operated by the University of Mary Washington, is both a Virginia Historic Landmark and a National Historic Landmark. Located at 224 Washington St. in Falmouth, Virginia, a quarter mile west of the intersection of U.S. 1 and U.S. 17, it is open daily with an admission charge.
The Museum Shop is the official home of the Stafford County Visitor Center, where visitors can find information about Stafford County attractions, restaurants, hotels and other amenities.
For directions and hours of operation, call or visit the museum website at www.GariMelchers.org.
UMW Welcomes New Director of Financial Aid
Tim Saulnier joined UMW on Aug. 27 as the new director of financial aid. Tim comes from the University of Lynchburg, where he spent several years in the same role.
There, Tim worked to provide student-centered services and to actively build collaborative relationships across campus. He was instrumental in enhancing departmental operations while maintaining best practices in the area of financial aid.
Prior to Lynchburg, he spent six years in financial aid at UNC Charlotte. He is currently working on his dissertation focused on second-year retention.
New Campus Dining Features Include Sushi, Paper Straws
Campus Dining has several new features for Fall 2018. Hissho Sushi opened at the Eagle’s Nest this week to rave reviews. They make sushi fresh each day, package it and put it in the Market for guests to “grab & go”. Their menu features over two dozen items, from California Rolls to Seaweed Salads and Crunchy Shrimp Rolls. Sushi is available Monday-Thursday between 10 a.m. and 6 p.m. and Fridays between 10 a.m. and 3 p.m.
The Underground underwent a transformation this summer and is now the Underground Cafe. UMW students took on the role of managing the eatery and came up with a new menu and new serving hours. The new menu includes chicken nuggets with a variety of sauce options, jalapeno poppers, deli sandwiches, entree salads and soups. The Underground Cafe is now open weekdays from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m., so members of the faculty and staff can stop in for lunch. It is also open on Sundays from 2 p.m. to 11 p.m. and is closed on Saturdays.
Sustainability is a high priority with Campus Dining, so they are offering a special “Choose To Reuse” mug promotion. When you bring this mug to Li’l Joe’s, Qdoba, Vocelli, or the Nest Market you’ll get fifty cents off the price of a fountain beverage, regular 12 oz. coffee or hot tea. The mugs are available for purchase from cashiers at the Top of the UC. They are regularly priced at $5, but are available now through September 6 for just $2 and include a coupon for a free 12 oz. Starbucks regular coffee at Li’l Joe’s, which is located on the second floor of the University Center. Li’l Joe’s also has a new menu that includes the full line of Starbucks coffees and fresh-baked bagels with spreads and schmears.
One other sustainability initiative includes the removal of plastic straws from self-serve areas. They are being replaced with paper straws wherever possible. Plastic straws will still be available upon request or when purchasing thick beverages, like Jamba Juice smoothies.
For additional information about any Campus Dining options contact Rose Benedict at 540-654-2165 or rbenedic@umw.edu.
UMW Police Department Achieves Accreditation
The UMW Police Department has become only the fifth campus police agency in the commonwealth to achieve accreditation from the Virginia Law Enforcement Professional Standards Commission (VLEPSC), the accrediting agency in Virginia.
The milestone is also a first in the history of UMW Police.
Out of 340 police agencies in the commonwealth–campus departments or otherwise–only 100 have attained VLEPSC accreditation.
Chief Mike Hall set accreditation as a priority for the agency when he took the helm four years ago. The voluntary process enhances the quality of service and credibility of law enforcement agencies.
“It’s a huge accomplishment that goes to the commitment of the whole department,” Hall said.
UMW Welcomes New Hires, Announces Promotions, Tenure
UMW welcomes 13 newly appointed, full-time teaching faculty for 2018-2019:
- Justin A. Anderson, Lecturer, Department of Athletics, Health, and Physical Education, M.A. earned at Trinity College
- Josephine Antwi, Assistant Professor, Department of Biological Sciences, Ph.D. earned at Texas A&M University
- Emily Deering Crosby, Assistant Professor, Department of English, Linguistics, and Communication, Ph.D. earned at the University of Pittsburgh
- Laura R. Dickinson, Visiting Assistant Professor, Department of Physics, Ph.D. earned at the College of William and Mary
- Tyler E. Frankel, Assistant Professor, Department of Earth and Environmental Sciences, Ph.D. earned at the University of Maryland at College Park
- Adria Y. Goldman, Assistant Professor, Department of English, Linguistics, and Communication, Ph.D. earned at Howard University
- Pamela S. McCullough, Lecturer, BSN Completion Program, DNP earned at Old Dominion University
- Veena Ravishankar, Assistant Professor, Department of Computer Science, Ph.D. earned at State University of New York at Albany
- Michael J. Reno, Lecturer, Department of Classics, Philosophy, and Religion, Ph.D. earned at Michigan State University
- Christopher O. Ryder, Associate Professor, Department of Music, DMA earned at the Shenandoah Conservatory of Shenandoah University
- Nina M. Smith, Visiting Assistant Professor, Department of Sociology and Anthropology, Ph.D. earned at American University
- Jamie M. Tierney, Lecturer, Department of Athletics, Health, and Physical Education, B.S. earned at Radford University
- Daniel R. Wolfe, Visiting Instructor, College of Business, M.A. earned at Emerson College
In addition to new faculty, 18 professors have earned a promotion, tenure or both.
Earning promotion to the rank of professor:
- Janet Asper, College of Arts and Sciences, Department of Chemistry
- Dianne Baker, College of Arts and Sciences, Department of Biological Sciences
- Helen Housley, College of Arts and Sciences, Department of Theatre and Dance
- Jeremy Larochelle, College of Arts and Sciences, Department of Modern Languages and Literatures
- Ken Machande, College of Business
Earning tenure promotion to the rank of professor:
- Woodrow (Woody) Richardson, College of Busines
Earning tenure and promotion to the rank of associate professor:
- Antonio Causarano, College of Education
- Janine Davis, College of Education
- Ian Finlayson, College of Arts and Sciences, Department of Computer Science
- Rachel Grafe-Anderson, College of Business
- Mary Katherine (Kate) Haffey, College of Arts and Sciences, Department of English, Linguistics, and Communication
- Michael Lapke, College of Business
- Victoria Russell, College of Education
- David (Dave) Stahlman, College of Arts and Sciences, Department of Psychological Science
- Earning promotion to the rank of senior lecturer:
- Cate Brewer, College of Arts and Sciences, Department of Theatre and Dance
- Jennifer Magee, College of Arts and Sciences, Department of Mathematics
- Caitlin Moore, College of Arts and Sciences, Department of Athletics, Health, and Physical Education
- Sarah Morealli, College of Arts and Sciences, Department of Earth and Environmental Sciences
New Fall Fitness Programs and Gym Hours
A new semester is upon us and your health and well-being should remain a priority. After all, we perform better when we’re filling our own cup first. Campus Recreation is here to support you in your fitness goals, so take a look at the opportunities available to you this fall:
New Hours for recreational spaces in the Fitness Center & Goolrick Hall (effective August 23)
- Monday-Thursday: 6am-10:30pm
- Friday: 6am-8pm
- Saturday-Sunday: 11am-8pm
New Faculty/Staff Fitness Programs
Register to participate in one of our 7-week fitness groups for $30.
- Early Bird Fitness (45 minute full-body strength & cardio training)
- Lunchtime Yoga (50 minute relaxing yoga class on your lunch break)
Learn more about each class here and register here. Spots are limited!
Weekly drop-in Group Fitness classes
- August 27-September 2 fitness classes are free to celebrate the beginning of the semester!
- See the fall fitness schedule here.
- There will be no fitness classes on Labor Day, September 3.
- Beginning September 4, you must have purchased the 2018-19 Group Fitness Pass for $10 to attend classes on the drop-in fitness schedule.
- Purchase your GF Pass here. (Log in by clicking the blue button and using your UMW credentials.)
- If you find yourself wanting to attend a fitness class after the free week, there is a $5 drop-in rate option for those who have not purchased the $10 annual fitness pass.
Intramural Sports
- Registration for intramural soccer and basketball closes on September 5. Purchase your 2018-19 Intramural Pass for $10 and get a team together to compete against other Eagles!
We hope to see you around!
One-Stop-Shop AV Services for Students/Faculty/Staff
This semester, the SAE Sound Crew has been absorbed into the Events AV Office to create a one-stop-shop for all audio needs on campus. As part of this change, the Events EV Office will now support audio for all faculty, staff, student clubs and SAE-sponsored events regardless of venue. Audio services include PA systems, live music support and music playback. Visual services include movies, basic lighting, PowerPoint, video and skype needs.
“We wanted to create a one-stop-shop for all AV needs on campus,” said Mark Simpkins, Assistant Director of Events AV. “We felt that this change would provide a consistent level of professionalism for all events. It also helps the student staff develop and grow in the AV field as they are mentored by Events AV staff.”
To submit an audio request, please visit https://adminfinance.umw.edu/events-av/events-av-request-form/. Requests must be submitted a minimum of 10 business days before the event to ensure availability of staff and equipment. Last minute requests (within less than 48 hours) may be turned down.
Contact the Events AV Office at 540-654-1199 or events-av@umw.edu for further information.