Doug Dolton ’78, founder, chairman, and CEO of San Francisco Motorsports will be on campus March 20 and 21. During his two days at the University of Mary Washington, he will speak to regional business leaders and meet with students in the College of Business. Classes on the Stafford and Fredericksburg campuses are open to all UMW faculty and students. See the complete EIR schedule, and contact Kimberley Kinsley (kkinsley@umw.edu) for more information about topics or EIR class schedules.
Premiere Video Captures UMW’s Character
A new video gives President Hurley, along with some of the University of Mary Washington’s master teachers and talented students, a chance to tell the world about their school. The University’s first-ever promotional film is designed to advance UMW’s mission by enticing prospective students, touching alumni, and inspiring potential donors. It is getting rave reviews on President Hurley’s road trips. See it for yourself:
University Relations staff crafted the six-minute script, then worked with four-time Emmy-winning producer Jim Brown to coordinate production and direct narration. Brown and his New York crew spent three autumn days in Fredericksburg, recording interviews; collecting footage from science labs, art classes, club activities, and athletic practices; and capturing the qualities that put the University of Mary Washington in a class of its own.
If you are interested in showing the video at upcoming events, please contact the University Relations staff at (540) 654-1055.
Sir James Galway Performs with UMW Philharmonic This Saturday
Legendary Irish flutist Sir James Galway will perform a special concert with the University of Mary Washington Philharmonic Orchestra on Saturday, March 16. The concert, part of Galway’s international Legacy Tour, will begin at 7:30 p.m. in George Washington Hall’s Dodd Auditorium.
Sir James Galway will perform with the UMW Philharmonic Orchestra on March 16.
Galway’s appearance marks the 10th anniversary of the Philharmonic’s popular William M. Anderson Celebrity Series, which began with Broadway maestro Marvin Hamlisch and has included such luminaries as Judy Collins, Kenny Rogers and the Canadian Brass.
“The orchestra is honored to have shared the stage with some of the greatest musicians in the world over the past decade,” said Kevin Bartram, director of the Philharmonic. “This year, we are excited to bring Sir James to Fredericksburg, and we had ‘the luck of the Irish’ in his schedule to land him on St. Patrick’s Day weekend.”
Galway, known as “The Man with the Golden Flute,” will perform the Mozart Flute Concerto in D Major, and then will be joined with his wife, Lady Jeanne Galway, in the duet “The Magic Flutes.” The concert also will include Sergei Prokofiev’s “Lt. Kije’ Suite,” Ron Nelson’s “Rocky Point Holiday” and Leroy Anderson’s “Irish Suite.”
In his more than 35-year career, Galway has performed for such dignitaries as Queen Elizabeth II, Pope John Paul II, President George W. Bush, President H.W. Bush, Princess Diana, and most recently President Shimon Peres. He was knighted in 2001 by Queen Elizabeth II and has received the Recording Academy’s President’s Merit Award. He was inducted into the Hollywood Bowl Hall of Fame and received the Classic Brits Lifetime Achievement Award. His albums have sold more than 30 million copies.
For more information or to purchase tickets, visit http://philharmonic.umw.edu, call (540) 654-1324 or visit the Fredericksburg Visitor’s Center.
Office Sustainability Tip of the Week
We wanted this week’s tip to point out something that has a very big impact on sustainability, but something that not everyone may be aware of. Have you heard of the Meatless Monday movement? Even though its been in existence since 2003, I had never heard of it until my wife brought it up to me several days ago. The Meatless Monday movement is an international campaign that encourages people to not eat meat on Mondays in order to not only improve one’s personal health, but also the health of the planet. One startling fact that highlights the effect that the consumption of meat has on the environment: it takes 5,214 gallons of water to produce a single pound of beef! Another interesting fact: it takes the equivalent of a gallon of gasoline to produce one pound of grain-fed beef in the United States. With increased energy consumption, often comes the environmental damage we have seen take place in the United States over the last few decades.
We’re not suggesting everyone stop eating meat; that’s a personal choice. As a fairly regular meat-eater, I’m always hesitant when I hear the word “meatless” or “vegetarian,” but the goal of the Meatless Monday campaign seems very reasonable for those of us who are not willing to make that jump to vegetarian or vegan, but are interested in ways to not only cut back on our meat consumption, but also help the environment. The overall goal of the campaign is more to reduce your meat consumption as opposed to giving up meat altogether. I strongly encourage you to go to the Meatless Monday website to read more about the campaign as well as browse through some great articles on healthy living, tasty meatless recipes, information about seasonable vegetables, and how certain businesses and schools are also adopting the idea of Meatless Mondays. This is something that you could consider doing not only in the home but also at the workplace. You may also find that by cutting out from consuming meat on Mondays (or any one day of the week for that matter), you’ll be saving money as meat prices have been on the rise over the past few months.
If you have any suggestions for things we can all do differently each day to create more sustainable environments, please feel free to leave a comment or email me the idea to be featured in a future Tip of the Week. The PCS Action Group members for the “Office Sustainability Tip of the Week” are Kevin Caffrey, Elizabeth Sanders, Robert Louzek, and Dre Anthes.
Last Week’s Tip: Litter on Campus.
Teaming Up to Fight Neglected Diseases
Computer Science Colloquium
March 25, 2013
7:30 – 8:30 p.m.
Monroe Hall, Room 116
Attend the Computer Science Colloquium to learn about revolutionary new approaches to pursuing treatments and cures for neglected and rare diseases. Featuring Dr. Charlotte Berkes and Dr. Jimmy Franco from Merrimack College.
For more information, email jcampbe2@umw.edu.
Jimmy Franco. Photo courtesy of Merrimack College
Charlotte Berkes. Photo courtesy of Merrimack College
UMW Celebrates Women’s History Month
Camille Cooper will present the keynote lecture for UMW’s Women’s History Month.
On Tuesday, March 19, UMW will celebrate Women’s History Month with a keynote address by Camille Cooper. The lecture will being at 7 p.m. in Woodard Campus Center’s Great Hall. Cooper worked as a professional actress for more than 14 years, appearing in five motion pictures, more than 10 television serieses and countless print and broadcast commercials. Now the director of legislative affairs for PROTECT, Cooper delivers an engaging and humorous account of our culture’s obsession with male and female beauty ideals. The lecture is sponsored by the Campus Academic Resources Committee and the James Farmer Multicultural Center.
On Thursday, March 21, the Women’s History Month celebration will continue with a screening of “Call + Response,” a 2008 documentary film about human rights activism against human trafficking and slavery. The film will begin at 6 p.m. in Lee Hall, Room 411. After the film, Special Agent David Rogers of the FBI ‘s Civil Rights Unit, Sara Pomeroy, founder and director of the Richmond Justice Initiative and Kate Jordan, executive director of Taskforce Shepherd and justice advocate for International Justice Mission, will facilitate a discussion. The film screening event is co-sponsored by the SGA Diversity Unity Coordinating Committee, the Office of Student Life, the James Farmer Multicultural Center, the Women’s and Gender Studies Program and Women of Color.
SBDC Announces Veteran-Owned Business Awards
The UMW Small Business Development Center recently awarded the 2013 Virginia Veteran Owned Small Business of the Year Awards to two Stafford-based businesses. The recipients are Thomas Keogh, owner of Corp Solutions LLC, and Christopher Sharon, owner of Adaptive Training and Consulting Services LLC. These awards are a tribute to their commitment to business development and the community where they reside and serve.
Multicultural Fair Volunteer Meeting, 3/25
The Multicultural Fair is one of the largest, most anticipated events hosted at the University of Mary Washington. The Multicultural Fair features over 30 performances, multicultural vendors, great ethnic food, and kid-friendly activities. If you are interested in serving as a volunteer, please attend the Multicultural Fair meeting on Monday, March 25 at 4 p.m. in Lee Hall, room 412. For additional questions about volunteer opportunities, go to the James Farmer Multicultural Center’s website at http://students.umw.edu/multicultural/fair/volunteering/, or contact the James Farmer Multicultural Center at 540-654-1044, or email at umwjfmc@gmail.com.
Weight Watchers: New Session Begins March 13
Shannon before WW@W
Shannon now
Celebrities aren’t the only ones reaping the benefits of Weight Watchers. Here’s what our own Shannon Finley has to say about her accomplishments with Weight Watchers @ Work on the Fredericksburg campus:
“When I started Weight Watchers in May 2012, I was nervous, excited and anxious all at once,” said Shannon, who works in the purchasing department. “Not only did I have a long road ahead of me, I was not sure if I could even stick with Weight Watchers long enough for the program to make a difference. I had tried Weight Watchers before on my own, with very little success. But this time was different, I had the at-work group to help encourage and support me along the way. Having the support of the group made all the difference. With WW@W, not only have I been able to stick with the program, I have been able to lose over 60 pounds and am well over half way to my healthy weight goal. I am excited to continue the WW@W program and reach my goal, and with the support and encouragement of my peers, I know I will!”
Want to experience your own success? Check out the next meeting at noon Wednesday, March 13 in the Red Room of Woodard Campus Center. Enjoy some snacks and join your coworkers in some fun and the key to a healthier way of life. Want more information? Contact Shannon at sfinley@umw.edu or 654-1382.
Office Sustainability Tip of the Week
It takes a tremendous amount of work to maintain a sustainable campus. Whether it’s the efforts of the President’s Council on Sustainability (PCS), the annual Recyclemania event, the upcoming Shred Event, the Do One Thing Campaign, or any of the other numerous programs and projects that UMW participates in to create a sustainability campus community. One thing is definitely for sure — sustainability does not happen on its own. One area that we can ALL do something about–and that we all have a responsibility to do something about–is littering.
Laziness, apathy, and ignorance are probably the major reasons people litter. Even in the year 2013, you will see people throw used wrappers on the ground in a fast food parking lot or leave their paper coffee cups in a supermarket shopping cart. How often are you startled on I-95 as you watch someone throw a can or bottle of something from their car window (one of the often overlooked facts of littering is that it causes a tremendous amount of car accidents each year: http://www.greenecoservices.com/deadly-litter-and-car-accidents/). Even for a school as Eco-friendly as UMW, litter is still a problem — on the grounds, in office hallways, building bathrooms, etc. — and as representatives of the university, we all have a responsibility to keep UMW clean and litter-free. Some simple steps that you can take:
- Make a commitment to not litter and encourage others to do the same
- Pick up litter when you see it
- If you smoke, carry a pocket ashtray instead of throwing cigarette butts on the ground
Litter not only damages the appearance of our campuses, but it also harms plants and animals, not to mention the Earth. It seems that within the last ten years or so, focus with regards to sustainability has shifted heavily to recycling, composting, and using biodegradable products–all very important areas that should be highlighted in order to protect the environment. However, littering continues to take place and it is often not the center of many environmental campaigns. The good news is–it can be maintained if you’re committed to doing so.
If you have any suggestions for things we can all do differently each day to create more sustainable environments, please feel free to leave a comment or email me the idea to be featured in a future Tip of the Week. The PCS Action Group members for the “Office Sustainability Tip of the Week” are Kevin Caffrey, Elizabeth Sanders, Robert Louzek, and Dre Anthes.
Last Week’s Tip: Donating Blood