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Dominican Academic Enrichment Center has the write stuff
Chicago Tribune, February 7, 2012Dual MBA/RD student Chelsea Patton took advantage of the Dominican University Academic Enrichment Center's service to help her polish her writing skills. AEC Executive Director Paul Simpson says the center can help both undergraduates and graduate students strengthen their skills.
Student overcomes harrowing challenges with help of mentors
Chicago Tribune, February 6, 2012Lynika Strozier, a 2011 graduate of Dominican, is completing a doctoral preparatory program in cell biology at the University of Chicago. She credits mentoring faculty members with helping her overcome challenges including a learning disability and a difficult upbringing.
Dominican leads Catholic support of DREAM Act
InsideHigherEd.com, January 31, 2012Dominican University Vice President for Mission and Ministry Diane Kennedy, OP, urged leaders from other Catholic universities to step up their support for the DREAM Act at a meeting in Washington, D.C.
ETHEL returns to Dominican after sold-out show
Chicago Sun-Times, January 25, 2012Dominican University welcomes back ETHEL, the world's leading post-classical string quartet for "Music of the Sun," a performance on Saturday, January 28. They will be joined by Grammy-winning Native American flutist Robert Mirabal and Dominican's own Noteworthy Show Choir. The group played to a sold-out house at Dominican three years ago.
Librarian sees teachable moment during Wikipedia blackout
USA Today, January 20, 2012Dominican University reference and instruction librarian Ken Orenic was quoted in a roundup of library professionals on the Wikipedia blackout in protest of proposed SOPA legislation. During the blackout, Orenic communicated through social media channels that he saw a "teachable moment" in the situation.
SOE instructor discusses social media in the classroom
Campus Technology, January 19, 2011Karen Lederer, an instructor in Dominican University's online master's degree programs in education, wrote a piece for Campus Technology discussing the pros and cons of integrating social media into the classroom.
Nutrition Sciences wins USDA grant for minority program
Wednesday Journal, January 5, 2012Dominican's Nutrition Sciences department received a $229,000 grant from the U.S. Department of Agriculture to support its efforts to increase diversity in the dietetics profession. Twenty such grants were awarded to institutions with at least 25 percent Hispanic undergraduate full-time enrollment.
Carroll named Villager of the Year runner up
Wednesday Journal, January 4, 2012Dominican University President Donna Carroll was recognized as runner up in the Wednesday Journal's annual Villager of the Year awards. The newspaper cited her leadership of the university through both the "positives and the pain" it has experienced in the past year.
Foote named assistant dean of Dominican GSLIS
School Library Journal, January 2, 2012Dominican has named Diane Foote assistant dean of the Graduate School of Library and Information Science. Foote brings more than a decade of experience in publishing, marketing and editing to the position, which is responsible for marketing, communications and recruitment.
Lund-Gill Chair Eboo Patel featured on TrepLife web series
Crain's Chicago Business, December 22, 2011Eboo Patel, founder of the Interfaith Youth Core and Dominican's 2011 Lund-Gill Chair was featured in the original web series Trep Life, which chronicles the paths of successful entrepreneurs in the Chicago area.
Holidays are special for Dominican ELS host families
Wednesday Journal, December 21, 2011As the ELS Center at Dominican celebrates the company's 50th year of providing English-language education to international students, local families who have hosted ELS students took a moment to reflect on their special experiences.
Vatican astronomer gives Albertus Magnus lecture
Covalence Magazine, December 2011Dr. George Coyne, S.J., Director Emeritus of the Arizona-based Vatican Observatory, offered his view of human beings as "Children of a Fertile Universe" at the Siena Center's 2011 Albertus Magnus Lecture.
Albin Hill featured among Campus Technology's top women in IT
Campus Technology, November 29, 2011Chief Information Officer Jill Albin Hill was among three executives in higher ed information technology to share their experiences as women in the traditionally male-led field. Despite facing challenges early in her career, Albin Hill says, "I am absolutely thrilled that I can make a difference every day for someone and help move my institution into the future."
Professor comments on the blues culture of Chicago
Chicago Tribune, November 26, 2011Sociology department chair Janice Monti, who created Dominican University's renowned Blues and the Spirit Symposium, spoke to Chicago Tribune critic Howard Reich about the current culture of blues music in Chicago.
Lund-Gill Chair awarded 2012 Guru Nanak Interfaith Prize
TribLocal.com, November 22, 2011Dominican University's Lund-Gill Chair and founder of Interfaith Youth Core Dr. Eboo Patel has been named the recipient of Hofstra University's 2012 Guru Nanak Interfaith Prize. Previous recipients of the award, which recognizes individual's efforts to increase interfaith understanding, include Dalai Lama Tenzin Gyatso and Rabbi Arthur Schneier.
Ybarra is Northern Athletics Conference Rookie of the Year
CSLinsider.com, November 17, 2011Freshman Ryan Ybarra was named men's soccer Rookie of the Year by the coaches of the Northern Athletics Conference. Ybarra appeared in 17 games for the Stars, scoring 10 goals, including 5 game-winners.
Dominican leads the cause for Illinois Dream Act
ExtraNews, November 10, 2011Dominican students like Arianna Salgado and Fanny Martinez, who are both undocumented immigrants, and President Donna Carroll, are leading the cause of support for the Illinois Dream Act, which allows undocumented students to receive private scholarships to attend college in Illinois.
GSSW professor speaks on aging benefits of hobbies
Chicago Tribune, November 9, 2011Assistant professor in the Graduate School of Social Work and coordinator of the gerontology certificate Julie Bach was quoted in the Chicago Tribune about the potential benefits of coin collecting and other hobbies for older people.
Dominican spotlighted for service learning programs
Chicago Tribune, November 3, 2011Dominican University was spotlighted in the Chicago Tribune Education Guide along with other Chicago-area institutions for leadership in service learning programs. Dominican offers 60 service learning courses, ranging across all disciplines, and over half of all undergraduate students participate in some form of service.
Speedfaithing increases interfaith literacy quickly
Chicago Tribune, November 1, 2011Dominican University's Better Together interfaith team brings speedfaithing to campus as a quick and fun way to encourage interfaith dialogue between students. Like speeddating, the program gives students of different faith backgrounds five minutes to learn about each other's religion, which helps remove the "scariness" from what can otherwise be a difficult process.
GSLIS adjunct professor explains the joys of horror
Chicago Tribune, October 31, 2011Becky Spratford, adjunct professor in the Graduate School of Library and Information Science and readers' advisory librarian at Berwyn Public Library, taught the Chicago Tribune's Barbara Brotman about the appeal of horror literature and film, just in time for Halloween. Spratford, the author of the Readers' Advisory Guide to Horror Literature Second Edition), is a recognized expert in the field of horror literature.
Mary Robinson lectures for Brennan School of Business (PDF)
Beverly Review, October 26, 2011Thanks to the Brennan School of Business at Dominican University, an overflow audience at the University Club in downtown Chicago got to meet her on Oct. 18 and learn of her global efforts in the area of human rights and corporate business ethics.
Former Irish President Mary Robinson speaks on climate ethics
Chicago Sun-Times, October 25, 2011Mary Robinson, the former President of Ireland and former UN High Commissioner for Human Rights, delivered the 2011 Ethics and Leadership Lecture for the Brennan School of Business.
Mennonite professor lectures on social media and community
Chicago Catholic News, October 21, 2011Trevor Bechtel, associate professor of religion at Bluffton University and former Mennonite minister, lectured on "Community and Discernment in the Twitter Age" for Dominican's Albertus Magnus Society.
VIDEO: Elizalde's Bicycle Kick Goal Wins Game, Conference Award
OakPark.com, October 19, 2011Junior Leo Elizalde's bicycle kick in the second minute of overtime against Milwaukee School of Engineering on October 15 captured both a win for the Stars and the Student-Athlete of the Week award from the Northern Athletics Conference.
Interfaith Hunger Banquet opens eyes to global hunger
Oak Park Patch, October 10, 2011More than 200 people attended the Interfaith Hunger Banquet hosted by Dominican University, Concordia University and Interfaith Impact of Oak Park. The event, modeled after a program of Oxfam International, brought to life global hunger issues to college students and community members and benefited local food pantries.
Zysko
'01 Helms Flourishing Enzee Boutique in Elmhurst
Elmhurst Press, September 16, 2011
Natalie Zysko '01 credits the classes and internships she took while majoring in apparel design and merchandising at Dominican with giving her the skills and desire to open her own boutique. Since opening in 2002, Enzee Boutique in Elmhurst has been thriving thanks to Zysko's unique styles and watchful eye for up-and-coming designs.
Dominican
University is the new home of the Symphony of Oak Park-River Forest
Wednesday Journal, September 13, 2011
Dominican University's Lund Auditorium in the Performing Arts Center will be the new home of the Symphony of Oak Park-River Forest, the Illinois Council of Orchestras' current Orchestra of the Year. Its conductor Jay Friedman was honored with the Conductor of the Year Award. In this interview, Friedman and Symphony board chair David Leehey discuss the importance of the partnership between the Symphony and Dominican to keeping the arts alive in the local community.
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Siena Center lecture on peace after 9/11 by Maryann Cusimano Love
Chicago IndyMedia, September 13, 2011
Dominican University's Siena Center hosted international relations scholar Maryann Cusimano Love on September 6 to discuss the role of interfaith relations in peacemaking after 9/11. A professor at Catholic University of America, Love was due to teach a class at the Pentagon on the morning of September 11, 2001, but was delayed by a dead car battery. Her personal, spiritual and academic viewpoints have given her a unique perspective on the tragedy and its global aftermath.
Lund-Gill
Chair Eboo Patel brings interfaith dialogue to Dominican, country
WGN-TV, September 9, 2011
Eboo Patel, founder of the Interfaith Youth Core (IFYC) and Dominican University's Lund-Gill Chair for 2011, was featured by WGN-TV for his efforts to lead interfaith dialogue on college campuses, in the city of Chicago and throughout the world after 9/11. As the country commemorates the 10th anniversary of the attacks, Patel and Dominican's own IFYC group are serving as models for interfaith cooperation. Read more about Dominican's partnership with IFYC in Dominican Magazine.
Dominican
signs onto Illinois Campus Sustainability Compact
TribLocal, August 30, 2011
Illinois Lt. Governor Sheila Simon joined Dominican University President Donna Carroll in signing the university onto the Illinois Campus Sustainability Compact. The Compact informs the university’s ongoing sustainability development plan, 4Rfuture, that will be the guiding force for campus operations, student initiatives, curriculum development and community outreach.
Cyberbullying
Concerns? Migas MSW '07 shares expertise on
Chicago Tonight
Chicago Tonight, WTTW
Many parents and students are heading back to school with growing concerns over cyberbullying. Sarah Migas MSW '07, an internet safety specialist with the Illinois Attorney General's Office, was a featured panelist on a special episode of WTTW's Chicago Tonight that focused on the legal and social aspects of the issue. Click on the headline above to read comments and watch video from the interactive show.
Police hold rapid response drill at Dominican
Pioneer Press, August 16, 2011
The River Forest Police Department partnered with Dominican to simulate an active shooter scenario in Parmer Hall on August 4, an example of the strong working relationship between the university and local law enforcement agencies.
GSLIS Grad Heads Stevenson High's Revamped Library
TribLocal Buffalo Grove, August 16, 2011
Graduate School of Library and Information Science alum Lisa Dettling's efforts to bring Stevenson High School's Information and Learning Center into the 21st century are earning rave reviews.
Brennan professor comments on Kraft CEO
Chicago Tribune, August 5, 2011
Brennan School of Business professor Khalid Razaki was quoted in a Chicago Tribune article on Kraft Foods CEO Irene Rosenfeld's management style.
Incoming Dominican freshman honored for DREAM Act advocacy
Associated Press, August 1, 2011
Incoming Dominican University freshman Arianna Salgado, pictured in the above AP photo next to Gov. Pat Quinn, was honored by the governor, Mayor Rahm Emanuel and other officials at a bill signing ceremony for the Illinois DREAM Act August 1. Watch a video of Salgado's speech at the event on YouTube or read the full text at the Immigrant Youth Justice League website.
Dominican University hosts first annual Kids Cook-Off
Dominican will host the first annual Kids Cook-Off on Saturday, August 6 from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the Christopher Nutrition Science Center. Designed for children between the ages of four and 12, the day-long event will include a cooking competition, Healthy Exhibit Hall, professional speakers on healthy living, and games and activities for kids. For more information and to register, visit Kid's Cook-Off.
GSLIS reading study cited in Parents Magazine
Parents Magazine, July 2011
The GSLIS’ 2010 summer reading study was credited in an article in Parents Magazine about combating children’s summer learning loss. Download the executive summary or the full text of the study to learn more.
Dominican presents Black World Music Festival
Pioneer Press, July 13, 2011
Dominican will host a Black World Music Festival, featuring performances from African, Caribbean and Haitian musicians and dancers, on Saturday, July 16 at 7:00 p.m. in the Lund Auditorium. Visit the Box Office for tickets.
Dominican celebrates campus-wide Potterpalooza
Pioneer Local, July 11, 2011
Dominican University hosted Potterpalooza, a celebration of the Harry Potter books and films, on Saturday, July 9. View a gallery of photos from the event.
Softball player earns conference honor
Southtown Star, July 8, 2011
Dominican softball and basketball player Sarah Budz was named the Player of the Year in women's softball by the Northern Athletics Conference. She was also selected to the 2011 Capital One Academic All-America Softball Team
Brennan School of Business honors alum
Oak Park-River Forest Patch, July 6, 2011
The Brennan School of Business honored Christopher Koetke, executive director of Kendall College School of Culinary Arts, with its 2011 Outstanding Alumni Award. Koetke received his master of business administration degree from Dominican in 2007.
Professor quoted on food for elderly
AgingCare.com, June 28, 2011
Professor of Nutrition Judy Beto gives her advice on what food to prepare for elderly people at summer barbecues. This appeared on a website for adults who are caring for elderly parents.
DU presents Community Leadership Program
Pioneer Press, June 22, 2011
In collaboration with the Oak Park-River Forest Community Foundation, the Brennan School of Business organizes a Community Leadership Program for leaders in Oak Park and River Forest. The second class of leaders graduated on June 17.
Library holds digital collection of Civil War letters
Pioneer Press, June 12, 2011
The Civil War began 150 years ago, and Dominican's library holds a collection of letters from a Michigan Captain to his wife during the war. Browse the online collection or watch a video to hear excerpts from the letters.
Student conducts neuroscience research
Daily Herald, June 9, 2011
Wheeling Journal, May 25, 2011
Tim Lazicki was profiled for the neuroscience research that he did at Alexian Brothers Medical Center as an undergraduate at Dominican. Lazicki graduated in May.
Dominican helps train community leaders
Wednesday Journal, June 8, 2011
In collaboration with the Oak Park-River Forest Community Foundation, the Brennan School of Business is offering a Community Leadership Program for leaders in Oak Park and River Forest.
Dominican students travel to Cuba
Inside Higher Ed, June 1, 2011
A group of 20 students left for Cuba on May 13. Dominican is the first university in the country to send students on a short term academic trip to Cuba since President Obama eased travel restrictions in January.
Alum recognized for his bookstore
Forest Park Review, May 31, 2011
Augie Aleksy, a graduate of Dominican's MBA program, received The Raven award from the Mystery Writers of America. He is the owner of Centuries & Sleuths Bookstore in Forest Park.
Dominican students impacted by Dream Act
Chicago Sun-Times, June 2, 2011
A Dominican University student was included in an article about the passage of the Illinois Dream Act, which will provide privately funded scholarships to undocumented students.
Student documents family heritage in film
Cicero Life, May 20, 2011
As part of her degree with distinction project, May graduate Angelica Diaz created a documentary film about her family's history and roots in Mexico, Puerto Rico and Cuba.
Student researches Latina healthcare
Addison Press, May 19, 2011
Reflejos, May 8, 2011
Fanny Martinez, a May graduate, conducted a two-year research project on the healthcare habits of undocumented Latinas. She presented the results of her research during the URSCI Expo in April.
GSSW student forms unlikely friendship
Chicago Tribune, May 19, 2011
As part of the gerontology program in the Graduate School of Social Work, Yesica Sanchez lived and worked at Oak Park Arms retirement center. She formed a close friendship with one of the residents.
Fashion students execute their visions
Wednesday Journal, May 18, 2011
All graduating apparel design students at Dominican completed a collection of garments to display in the annual fashion show. The ten senior collections from the class of 2011 are featured in this article.
Dominican students travel to Cuba in May
Chicago Tribune, May 13, 2011
Chicago Sun-Times, May 9, 2011
Wednesday Journal, April 27, 2011
Dominican will be one of the first universities in the country to send students on an academic trip to Cuba since the ban on travel to the country was lifted by President Obama in January. The trip will run from May 13-June 3.
Social Work student serves the community
Forest Park Review, May 11, 2011
Recent GSSW graduate Janiene Garcia was recognized with Dominican's Outstanding Student Leadership Award for her service on campus and in the community.
GSSW student serves the needs of the aging
Wednesday Journal, May 11, 2011
Chicago Tribune, May 5, 2011
As part of the gerontology program in the Graduate School of Social Work, Yesica Sanchez completed an internship at Oak Park Arms retirement center and lived in an apartment in the senior residential complex.
Shared grant helps prepare special education teachers
Chicago Tribune, May 5, 2011
Dominican's School of Education was one of five schools to receive a grant from the U.S. Department of Education to help prepare special education teachers.
Dominican president reflects on immigration
U.S. Catholic, April 22, 2011
President Donna Carroll delivered a Lenten meditation on immigration as part of a program on the Seven Last Words of Christ at St. James Episcopal Cathedral in Chicago.
DU hosted panel discussion on immigration
National Catholic Reporter, April 14, 2011
The Siena Center and the Center for Global Peace through Commerce hosted a panel discussion on March 15 on the topic, “Is Dreaming Illegal? Seeking Sustainable Solutions." The panelists discussed immigration issues from multiple perspectives.
"Lunch Bunch" celebrates 25 years at Recipe Box Cafe
Pioneer Press, April 14, 2011
Wednesday Journal, April 13, 2011
A group of local residents has been enjoying meals at the Nutrition Department's Recipe Box Cafe for over two decades. The individuals have formed friendships over the shared meal.
Students present annual fashion show
Wednesday Journal, April 7, 2011
Dominican University's 2011 student fashion show, "Awaken," was held on Saturday, April 9 and Sunday, April 10 in the Lund Auditorium.
Professor honored for work against violence
Oak Park-River Forest Patch, April 7, 2011
Charlie Stoops, associate professor in the Graduate School of Social Work, received an award from the Battered Women's Network for his work to change the behavior of men who use violence in relationships.
Fashion department hosts program on body image
Chicago Tribune, April 6, 2011
Sunny Sea Gold, deputy editor of Redbook, will present a program on body image in the fashion world. The panel discussion, which will include representatives from the fashion industry and nutritionists, was motivated by a provocative photo display presented by fashion students last year.
GSLIS student leads teen writing group
Berwyn Suburban Life, March 30, 2011
Marissa Garcia, a GSLIS student, started a bi-weekly teen writers group at the Berwyn Public Library where she works as a youth services coordinator.
Student photographs homeless for senior thesis
Wednesday
Journal, April 6, 2011
Oak Park-River Forest Patch, March 30, 2011
Nicci Cisarik, class of 2011, photographed homeless people who were staying at West Suburban PADS shelters for her senior thesis art exhibition.
GSLIS alum and student named Movers & Shakers
Library Journal, March 15, 2011
John Schumacher, a GSLIS graduate, and Anthony Molaro, a current doctoral student in GSLIS, were named to the Library Journal's 2011 list of "Movers and Shakers," which features individuals who are shaping the future of libraries.
GSLIS grad leads virtual services at library
Triblocal, March 17, 2011
Anne Slaughter, a GSLIS graduate, has been appointed to the new position of virtual services manager at the Oak Park Public Library. Slaughter received her master of library and information science degree at Dominican.
Professor discusses imaginary friends
Metroparent Magazine, March 2011
Alisa Beyer, assistant professor of psychology, was quoted in an article about why children develop imaginary friends. Beyer is an expert on child development.
Alumna designs gown for the Oscars
Wednesday Journal, February 23, 2011
ABC 7 Chicago, February 21, 2011
Miriam Cecilia Carlson, ‘09, is one of nine fashion designers selected to participate in the Oscars Designer Challenge. The winning gown will be worn by the award escort on stage during the Academy Awards.
Professor publishes apparel design textbook
Wednesday Journal, February 16, 2011
Tracy Jennings, chair of the apparel design and merchandising department, recently published a textbook, Creativity in Fashion Design. The book features some images of design work done by Dominican students.
Professor interviewed on the resurgence of knitting
On Point, February 15, 2011
Susan Strawn, associate professor of apparel design and merchandising, was interviewed on the Boston NPR radio station about the popularity of knitting in contemporary society.
Dominican hosted symposium on Jimmy Reed
Wednesday Journal, February 23, 2011
WBEZ, February 15, 2011
Dominican’s Blues and the Spirit Initiative, in partnership with the Jimmy and Mary Reed Foundation, hosted a symposium on the life and legacy of blues musician Jimmy Reed on February 15.
Women's basketball team goes from worst to first
Oak Park Patch, February 11, 2011
The women's basketball team defeated Concordia University Chicago 78-67 on February 10 to capture the team's first Northern Athletics Conference South Division title. Last year, the team finished last in the conference.
O'Connor Art Gallery innovates at Dominican
Time Out Chicago, February 10, 2011
The O'Connor Art Gallery was highlighted in this article for bringing avant-garde and innovative artists to the suburban gallery. The gallery's current exhibition, "Pushing Paper," will run through February 26.
Professor writes book on baggage handlers
Air & Space Magazine, February 3, 2011
Dr. Liesl Orenic, associate professor of history, was featured in an article about airline baggage handlers. Orenic recently wrote a book on this topic, titled On the Ground: Labor Struggle in the American Airline Industry.
Mark Booth exhibition at Dominican
Art Papers, January/February, 2011
The O'Connor Art Gallery's past exhibition of recent work by Mark Booth, nothing to do with wizards, was reviewed in Art Papers.
Psychology Professor travels to Antarctica
Wednesday Journal, February 2, 2011
Dr. Dan Beach, chair of the psychology department, had the unique opportunity to travel to Antarctica over winter break with a National Geographic Expedition trip.
Professor comments on high school list
Wednesday Journal, January 25, 2011
Pioneer Press, January 18, 2011
Dr. Christina Perez, director of the women and gender studies program at Dominican, was quoted in an article about a derogatory list that rated female students at OPRF High School.
IT department manages campus network
Campus Technology, January 6, 2011
Jill Albin-Hill, chief information officer, elaborates on Dominican's efforts to protect the campus network from viruses and other security threats.
Professor interviewed on new edition of Huck Finn
Relevant Radio, January 5, 2011
Dr. Chad Rohman, chair of the English department and a Mark Twain scholar, was interviewed on Relevant Radio's "The Drew Mariani Show" about the controversy over the new edition of The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn which omits the use of the n-word.
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Alumna puts twist on traditional style
Young Germany, January 5, 2011
Erika Neumayer, a 2009 graduate in apparel design, has designed her own collection of dirndls, a traditional German folk costume. Her work was profiled on this German news site.
Women's basketball undefeated in conference
Triblocal, January 5, 2011
The women's basketball team defeated Alverno College 70-59 on January 5. The Stars are now 6-0 in the Northern Athletics Conference and 11-2 on the season. For a schedule of games visit, www.dustars.com.
Professor quoted in article on music and race
Seattle Times, December 29, 2010
Dr. Janice Monti was used as a resource for an article on the death of soul singer Teena Marie, one of Motown's first white artists. The article also explored race relations in America.
Student earns scholar all-region honors
Triblocal, December 28, 2010
Women's soccer player Liz Phipps has been named to the 2010 National Soccer Coaches Association of America (NSCAA) Scholar All-Region Team for the Central Region.
DU alum opens art gallery in Oregon
The Register-Guard, December 23, 2010
Mo Bowen, an artist and a 2003 graduate of Dominican, has opened an art gallery in Eugene, Oregon. Bowen's gallery and work is profiled in this article.
Dominican students cover Berwyn news
Triblocal, December 16, 2010
Dominican students in an advanced journalism course spent the fall semester covering news in the suburb of Berwyn. The stories were published in Triblocal and were posted on the Berwyn News blog.
DU student receives national team honors
Triblocal, December 12, 2010
Women's basketball team member Becky Christofferson was named to the D3Hoops.com National Team of the Week on December 10. She is the Stars’ leading scorer on the season.
U.S. Bank gives $3 million to Dominican
Pioneer Press, December 9, 2010
In recognition of a $3 million commitment to Dominican, the university’s Center for Economic Education has been renamed the U.S. Bank Center for Economic Education.
GSSW student works and lives at retirement home
Wednesday Journal, December 8, 2010
Yesica Sanchez, a student in the Graduate School of Social Work, is completing an internship at Oak Park Arms retirement center. She also lives in an apartment in the senior residential complex.
Professor preserves cultural heritage
Saipan Tribune, December 7, 2010
Cecilia Salvatore, associate professor in the Graduate School of Library and Information Science, traveled to the Pacific islands of Saipan, Tinian and Rota to give a presentation on cultural heritage preservation.
Dominican profiled in Catholic newsletter
Kappa Gamma Pi News, November, 2010
Dominican University was profiled in the newsletter for Kappa Gamma Pi, the national Catholic college graduate honor society. Dominican will host the society's national convention in June 2011.
Assad brothers perform at Dominican
New York Times, November 25, 2010
Brazillian guitarists Sergio and Odair Assad were profiled in this article about their music and their families. The brothers performed in Dominican's Lund Auditorium on November 20.
Sister quoted on American Catholic history
Catholic News Service, November 24, 2010
Sister Janet Welsh, director of the Mary Nona McGreal Center for Dominican Historical Studies at Dominican University, was included in an article about the American Catholic Church 100 years ago.
Timothy Radcliffe, OP speaks on the contemporary church
U.S. Catholic, December 2010
Timothy Radcliffe, OP, the former master of the Dominican order, recently gave a presentation at Dominican University about the university's motto, Caritas et Veritas.
Dominican and Concordia host hunger banquet
Oak Park-River Forest Patch, November 18, 2010
Dominican and Concordia universities collaborated to host a Hunger Banquet on November 17. Participants were placed into different social classes and learned about the unequal distribution of food throughout the world.
Dominican launches partnership with IFYC
Wednesday Journal, November 17, 2010
Dominican has launched a university-wide initiative to collaborate with Interfaith Youth Core (IFYC) as a model campus for initiating and supporting interfaith dialogue. Two Dominican students traveled to Washington DC in October to participate in a national IFYC conference.
Siena Center director quoted on young adults
Florida Today, November 14, 2010
Claire Noonan, the director of the Siena Center at Dominican, was featured in an article about what churches can do to welcome and involve young adults.
Program prepares future community leaders
Triblocal, November 9, 2010
In collaboration with the Oak Park-River Forest Community Foundation, the Brennan School of Business is offering a Community Leadership Program for leaders in Oak Park and River Forest.
Men's soccer wins conference championship
Oak Park-River Forest Patch, November 7, 2010
The men's soccer team defeated Aurora University 2-0 on November 6 to capture the Northern Athletics Conference Championship. The team also qualified for the NCAA Division III National Tournament.
Professor quoted about the road in American culture
Christian Science Monitor, November 3, 2010
Patricia Erens, an adjunct professor of communications, was interviewed in an article about photographer Lee Friedlander and the road in American culture. Erens teaches a course on the road in films.
Women's soccer sets winning record
Oak Park-River Forest Patch, November 4, 2010
The women's soccer team defeated Edgewood College 1-0 in overtime on November 3 to advance to the Northern Athletics Conference final game on November 6. The win also set a program record for wins in a season with a record of 15-4-1.
GSLIS releases study on summer reading
School Library Journal, November 1, 2010
The Graduate School of Library and Information Science (GSLIS) released the results of a three-year national study on the effectiveness of summer reading programs offered by public libraries across the country.
Men's soccer advances to conference final
Oak Park-River Forest Patch, November 2, 2010
The men's soccer team defeated Concordia University Wisconsin 3-2 on November 2 to advance to the Northern Athletics Conference final game on November 6.
Women's soccer team defeats Alverno
Oak Park-River Forest Patch, October 28, 2010
The women's soccer team defeated Alverno College 9-0 in the last regular season game on Wednesday, October 27. The Stars improved their record to 14-4-1 as the team moves into the Northern Athletic Conference Tournament.
Timothy Radcliffe, OP spoke at Dominican
Catholic New World, October 24, 2010
Timothy Radcliffe, OP, the former master of the Dominican order, recently gave a presentation at Dominican University about the university's motto, Caritas et Veritas.
Men's soccer team blanks Concordia
Oak Park-River Forest Patch, October 21, 2010
The men's soccer team defeated Concordia University Chicago 4-0 in a game on October 20. The team is now ranked number two in the nation on the D3soccer.com Top 25 poll and the National Soccer Coaches Association of America (NSCAA) NCAA Division III Top 25 poll.
Dominican participates in small business week
Crain's Chicago Business, October 20, 2010
The Brennan School of Business participated in Crain’s Chicago Business’ Small Business Week by hosting a workshop on entrepreneurship.
Professors research memory in sea slugs
Triblocal,
October 22, 2010
Wednesday Journal, October 20, 2010
Assistant Professors Bob and Irina Calin-Jageman received a grant from the National Institutes of Health to research the learning and memory of sea slugs.
Professor offers tips on avoiding impulse shopping
Yahoo Finance, October 18, 2010
David Aron, an associate professor of marketing in the Brennan School of Business, was quoted in an article about ways to curb impulse shopping. Aron is an expert on consumer behavior.
Alum participating in Chicago Fashion Incubator
Chicago Tribune, October 18, 2010
Dominican University alumna Miriam Cecilia Carlson is participating in the Fashion Incubator Program, located in the Macy's on State Street. Her work was included in a show to kick off Fashion Focus Chicago.
Professor interviewed on rescued Chilean miners
Triblocal, October 14, 2010
Professor Daniel Beach, chair of Dominican's psychology department, was interviewed about the
psychology of the Chilean miners who were rescued on October 13.
River Forester celebrates
102nd birthday at DU
Oak Park-River Forest Patch, October 8, 2010
River Forest resident Margaret Wyatt celebrated her 102nd birthday at Dominican's Recipe Box Cafe on October 7. Wyatt and her daughter and son-in-law have been coming to the cafe for several years.
Students design bras for breast cancer awareness
Oak Park-River Forest Patch, October 14, 2010
Forest Park Review, September 28, 2010
Apparel design students created hand-decorated bras for breast cancer awareness, and apparel merchandising students designed window displays to exhibit the bras in several stores on Madison Street in Forest Park.
Dominican participates in interfaith dialogue
America Magazine, September 27, 2010
Eboo Patel, the co-founder of Interfaith Youth Core (IFYC), was interviewed in a podcast about the role of Catholic college campuses in interfaith dialogue. Dominican University is one of a handful of schools participating in partnership with IFYC to advance interfaith cooperation and dialogue.
Adults return to college for career change
Chicago Tribune, September 16, 2010
Miles Lee, a student in the School of Education, was profiled in an article about adults returning to school for advanced degrees or because of a career change.
Review of Billy Bragg concert
Chicago Tribune, September 11, 2010
British folk-rocker Billy Bragg performed at Dominican University on Friday, September 10 in the Lund Auditorium. The concert was reviewed in the Chicago Tribune.
Professor offers
storytelling tips
Parenting Magazine, September 2010
Janice Del Negro, assistant professor in the GSLIS and an award-winning storyteller, offers her tips for how parents can tell stories to their children.
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Professor profiled on running career
Wednesday Journal, September 8, 2010
Bob O'Connor, an adjunct professor of psychology, has run competitively for 50 years and also helps coach cross-country at Grace Lutheran School in River Forest.
Psychology prof interviewed on Chilean miners
BBC TV, August 27, 2010
BBC Radio, August 24, 2010
WGN Radio, August 24, 2010
Professor Daniel Beach, chair of the psychology department at Dominican, was interviewed about the psychology of the trapped Chilean miners on several media outlets.
Dominican hosts summer reading academy
Pioneer Press, August 18, 2010
Dominican hosted a summer reading academy for the children living at Hephzibah House in Oak Park. This year's theme was on food and cooking. The students got the chance to cook dishes in Dominican's Christopher Nutrition Science Center and go on field trips to a farm and the Oak Park Farmers' Market.
Alumna named up and coming designer
Michigan Avenue Magazine, September 2010
Miriam Cecilia Carlson, '09, was named by Michigan Avenue Magazine as the up and coming apparel designer in Chicago. After graduation, she began her own design line, m.c.c., and was selected for the Chicago Fashion Incubator. Read a profile of Carlson here.
Nutrition science students reinvent burger
Chicago Sun-Times, August 12, 2010
Nutrition science students in the product development class won first place in the second annual Burger Throwndown, sponsored by the American Culinary Federation's Windy City Chapter, with their Asian Invasion burger recipe.
Professor quoted in article on domestic violence
Victoria Advocate, August 1, 2010
Charlie Stoops, assistant professor in the Graduate School of Social Work, was quoted in an article about a candidate for a county judge seat in Texas. Stoops was consulted because of his experience working with men who have violent tendencies.
Professor featured in article on "Mad Men"
Louisville Courier-Journal, July 25, 2010
Jennifer Dunn, assistant professor of rhetoric and communications, was consulted for an article on the role of women in the popular TV-series Mad Men. Dunn is currently co-editing a collection of essays about the Emmy Award winning show.
Alumna wins history project award
Elmhurst Press, July 12, 2010
Dominican alumna Nicolette Vaillancourt recently received the Sara Jaffarian Award for her project on Elmhurst's history. She works as the director of the learning resource center at Jefferson Elementary School in Elmhurst.
Donna Carroll profiled for leadership
Wednesday Journal, July 13, 2010
President Donna M. Carroll was interviewed about her leadership at Dominican for the past 16 years and about the university's new strategic plan.
University presidents interviewed on higher education
West Suburban Living, July/August 2010
University President Donna M. Carroll was included in an article about the current state of higher education in the western suburbs of Chicago.
GSLIS professor on the popularity of Twilight
Florida Today, June 28, 2010
Becky Spratford, an adjunct faculty member in the Graduate School of Library and Information Science, was quoted in an article about the popularity of the Twilight books and films.
Measuring the impact of microfinance
Huffington Post, June 21, 2010
Kathleen Odell, assistant professor of economics in the Brennan School of Business, has published a report through the Grameen Foundation on "Measuring the Impact of Microfinance." Read the report here.
BP Boycott likely to hurt station owners
The Patriot News, June 17, 2010
Bradenton Herald, June 27, 2010
Dave Aron, associate professor of marketing in the Brennan School of Business, was quoted in two articles about the effectiveness of a boycott against BP gas stations.
Chuck D discusses blues and rap music
Pioneer Press, June 15, 2010
Chuck D, co-founder of the seminal rap group Public Enemy, presented the keynote address on "Blues, Rap and Race" during Dominican's Blues and the Spirit Symposium on June 10.
Professor interviewed on consumer grudges
Chicago Sun-Times, May 24, 2010
Sun-Times "The Fixer" columnist Stephanie Zimmerman interviewed Dave Aron of the Brennan School of Business in this video webcast about consumer grudges and "guerilla" consumers.
Recent graduate mentors at-risk youth
Austin Weekly News, May 19, 2010
RioChanel Taylor, who graduated from Dominican in May, was profiled for the volunteer work that she has done with at-risk youth in Oak Park and Chicago.
Twin sisters plan to attend Dominican
The Orland Park Prairie, May 13, 2010
Twin sisters, Katie and Missy Budz of Orland Park, both plan to attend Dominican in the fall.
Katie will play on the women's basketball team, and Missy will play on the volleyball team.
Social work professor helps divorced parents
CBS 2 Chicago, May 10, 2010
Kimberly Kick, a visiting lecturer for the
Graduate School of Social Work, created a mediation website
to help divorced parents communicate and manage their kids' finances and schedules.
Student writes play about study abroad experiences
Elmhurst Doings, May 6, 2010
Theatre student Kendall Monaghan recently wrote, produced and starred in a one-woman play about
her experiences studying abroad in London. Monaghan discusses some of her adventures traveling
throughout the United Kingdom in this profile.
Students, alums teach children to save
Pioneer Press, May 6, 2010
During Teach Children to Save Day on April 27, Dominican University students, staff and alumni
educated grade school kids on the importance of saving money. The annual day is organized by the
Brennan School of Business's Center for Economic Education.
University president named a Woman to Watch
Crain's Chicago Business, May 3, 2010
Dominican University President Donna Carroll was named by
Crain's Chicago Business as one of the "Women to Watch" in 2010.
Read the profile
of Carroll and
watch a
series of video interviews featuring her and two other women to watch.
Graduate School of Social Work featured
Chicago Journal, March 18, 2010
The different programs in the
Graduate School of Social Work were featured in the education
section of the
Chicago Journal.
Fannie Rushing honored for her work
Daily Herald, April 26, 2010
Fannie Rushing was profiled for her lifetime involvement in civil rights and social justice. She
served as director of minority student services at Dominican University for over a decade, and
received Dominican's 2009 Diversity Leadership Award.
Professor presents lecture on Arshile Gorky
Nashville Scene, April 22, 2010
Kim Theriault, associate professor of art history, theory and criticism, presented a lecture on
Armenian artist Arshile Gorky as part of a commemoration of the 95th anniversary of the Armenian
Genocide, held on April 24 at the Armenian Church of Nashville.
Students march to end violence against women
Wednesday Journal, April 14, 2010
Dominican University joined with Concordia University Chicago to participate in a Take Back the
Night march, a national event to end violence against women, on Monday, April 12.
Marketing professor discusses Chicago Cubs
Medill News Service, April 9, 2010
David Aron, associate professor of marketing in the Brennan School of Business, was quoted in an
article about the Chicago Cubs' new marketing director.
Bike sharing program gets rolling at DU
Wednesday Journal, April 7, 2010
Dominican has started a free bike sharing program for students, faculty and staff. Participants
can check out a bike from the main desks at the Main and Priory campuses.
Final preparations for the fashion show
Pioneer Press, April 1, 2010
The upcoming student fashion show was previewed in Pioneer Press' Oak Park 365 blog, featuring
audio and photos from the last model fitting. The fashion show will be held April 9-10 in the Lund
Auditorium.
Water from cistern keeps campus green
Wednesday Journal, March 30, 2010
Dominican is using water stored in a 90-year-old cistern, which had been inactive for decades,
to irrigate its campus and to circulate through the cooling system of its newest state-of-the-art
academic building.
Students design windows on Madison Street
Forest Park Review, March 30, 2010
Students in the retail promotion and visual merchandising class recently designed window
displays for several stores and boutiques on Madison Street in Forest Park.
Watch a video about this project.
Thriving during difficult times
Business Officer, February 2010
Senior Vice President Amy McCormack and Controller Dick Walstra address Dominican's strategic
plan for thriving in today's challenging economic climate.
Students serve in Alabama over spring break
WSFA 12, March 12, 2010
A group of Dominican University students participated in a spring break service trip to Resurrection Catholic Missions in Montgomery, AL. The students' work was featured in this news segment on the local TV station in Montgomery.
Professor exhibits work at Chicago gallery
Chicago Gallery News, February 22, 2010
Noelle Allen, assistant professor of sculpture, is exhibiting her work at the
David Weinberg Gallery as part
of a group show featuring alumni of the School of the Art Institute of Chicago. The exhibit runs
from February 26 to April 10.
Wacky trike races held on campus
Pioneer Press, January 27, 2010
The Office of Student Involvement sponsored Wacky Trike Bike Races on Wednesday, January 27 in
the old pool space. Participants raced in a circle on oversized tricycles. Watch some
video highlights from the
"competition."
DU unveils sculpture of Samuel Mazzuchelli
Sinsinawa Spectrum, January 2010
On Founder's Day in November, Dominican University held a formal dedication ceremony of the new
sculpture on campus, which depicts Father Samuel Mazzuchelli, OP, along with a Dominican sister and
a young student.
Black Student Union raises funds for Haiti
Pioneer Press, January 22, 2010
Joel Degand, a Dominican University student of Haitian descent, is working with the Black
Student Union to raise funds for relief and recovery after the earthquake in Haiti.
Chartwells and students donate food
Fox Chicago News, January 14, 2010
Wednesday Journal, December 23, 2009
Triblocal, December 17, 2009
Dominican University students and Chartwells dining service donated over $1,000 of food to the Catholic Charities food pantry in Cicero on December 15. Through Chartwells' Share a Meal program, students were able to donate up to ten meals, and the money from the meals went to purchase food for the pantry.
Professor presents lecture on Arshile Gorky
Armenian Reporter, November 17, 2009
Kim Theriault, associate professor of art history, theory, and criticism at Dominican, will
present a lecture on the artist Arshile Gorky for the National Association for Armenian Studies and
Research (NAASR).
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Siena Center hosted talk with
Elizabeth Johnson
U.S. Catholic, December 11, 2009
The Siena Center's recent lecture with Elizabeth Johnson, CSJ, was featured in a blog post about
the role of women religious in environmental conservation.
Current art exhibit reviewed
Chicago Art Review, November 16, 2009
The O'Connor Art Gallery's current exhibition, "Site Unspecific," was reviewed in the
Chicago Art Review. The show runs through December 13 and features recent work by Heather
Mekkelson, Mara Baker and others.
Jeffery Cote de Luna exhibits recent work
Chicago Tribune, November 13, 2009
Jeffery Cote de Luna, professor of painting and drawing at Dominican, is exhibiting his recent
work at the Riverside ARTS Center. His exhibit, "New Paintings: Remixed and Reset," was included in
a review about art that is putting a new spin on pointillism.
Alumna photographs "neediest cases" for New York Times
New York Times, November 6, 2009Michelle Agins, a 1977 graduate of Rosary College, is the chief photographer of the annual New
York Times Neediest Cases Fund. Agins photographs individuals and families who are willing to share
their struggles with poverty, struggles that Agins herself has experienced.
Macbeth gets a modern spin in DU's production
Wednesday Journal, November 11, 2009
Pioneer Press, November 5, 2009
The Performing Arts Center will present
Macbeth, one of Shakespeare’s most highly acclaimed tragedies, November 13-15 in the Lund
Auditorium. Friday and Saturday night performances begin at 7:30 p.m.; the Sunday performance
begins at 3:00 p.m.
Students go to Springfield to support MAP grants
Wednesday Journal, October 20, 2009Eighty Dominican University students traveled to Springfield, IL, to participate in a rally
outside the capital building to support the Illinois Monetary Assistance Program (MAP). Gov. Pat
Quinn signed a bill on October 15 to reinstate the MAP program, which helps hundreds of students at
Dominican pay for tuition.
Janice Del Negro profiled in Oak Park 365
Pioneer Press, October 8, 2009
Janice Del Negro, a library science professor and an award-winning storyteller, was profiled in
Oak Park 365, a daily feature about the people and events in the local community. Del Negro
presented a dramatic reading of Edgar Allan Poe's "The Tell-Tale Heart" in Dominican's anatomy lab
on October 7.
Dominican partners with Hemingway Foundation
Wednesday Journal, September 23, 2009
Dominican University announced on September 18 a formal partnership with the Ernest Hemingway
Foundation to explore the feasibility of restoring the Hemingway Boyhood Home in Oak Park.
GSLIS celebrates
80 years and first PhD
Chicago Tribune, September 17, 2009
The Graduate School of Library and Information Science is celebrating its 80th anniversary and a new doctorate program. This article examines the changing role of librarians in the 21st century.
Dominican participates in Iraqi Student Project
Chicago Catholic News, September 14, 2009Dominican University is one of three Catholic universities in Illinois to be participating in the Iraqi Student Project, which places young Iraqi students in American universities to complete their studies. Ali Falah began studying at Dominican this fall.
DU ranked in top 20 of Midwest master's schools
Wednesday Journal, September 9, 2009
Dominican University was ranked 20th in the U.S. News & World Report's list of the best master's level universities in the Midwest. DU was also listed as one of 15 "great schools at a great price" in the Midwest.
MaDonna Thelen received diversity award
LaGrange Suburban Life, September 9, 2009
MaDonna Thelen, director of service learning, was profiled in the LaGrange Suburban Life after she received the Diversity Leadership Award during Dominican's academic convocation on August 31.
El Salvador trip and economic plan featured
The Independent, Summer 2009
Independent, the newsletter of The Council for Independent Colleges, featured information about Dominican's academic trip to El Salvador where students monitored the presidential election, as well as Dominican's comprehensive plan to address the financial needs of current students, their families and alumni.
Butler Center participates in national story project
Publishers Weekly, August 8, 2009
The Butler Children's Literature Center is involved in supporting a recent project by children's author Jon Scieszka. As part of the National Book Festival in September, Scieszka is organizing The Exquisite Corpse Adventure, an ongoing story that will be unveiled over the course of a year.
Dominican hosts full scale disaster drill
Wednesday Journal, August 8, 2009
Dominican served as the host site on Saturday, August 8, of a full scale disaster exercise involving emergency responders from 15 municipalities. The university was pleased to participate in this exercise because of its close working relationship with the River Forest police and fire departments and as a way to be better prepared in the event of a real emergency.
Dominican welcomes student from Iraq
Worldview (WBEZ), July 29, 2009
The founders of the Iraqi Student Project were interviewed on Chicago Public Radio's Worldview. They talked about Dominican and other universities that are welcoming students from Iraq who can't complete their education because of the war. Click here to read more about the student coming to Dominican in the fall.
Grade-schoolers study economy through Monopoly
Wednesday Journal, July 14, 2009
A group of second and third graders enrolled in Dominican’s Summer Gifted and Talented Program learned about the economy and brushed up on their math skills while playing Monopoly.
Campus will be alive with The Sound of Music
Chicago Tribune, June 22, 2009
Dominican University's upcoming community picnic and celebration of The Sound of Music was featured in the Chicago Tribune. The late Sister Gregory Duffy, OP, a professor of theater for many years at Dominican, served as a consultant to Mary Martin as she prepared for her role as Maria in the Broadway production.
Parmer Hall receives masonry award
Holabird & Root Award News, May 2009
Holabird & Root, the architectural firm that designed Parmer Hall, the university’s newest academic building, received an important Silver Award from the Illinois Indiana Masonry Council.
Recent graduate excels at Chicago fashion show
Second City Style, May 19, 2009
Miriam Carlson, a 2009 graduate in apparel design, received third place in the 8th Annual Driehaus Awards for Fashion Excellence on May 15 in Chicago. Student designers and recent graduates from schools in the Chicago area participated in this competition.
Post-bac students prepare for medical school
Chicago Tribune, May 7, 2009
Dominican University's post- baccalaureate program was featured in the Chicago Tribune's Education Guide. The program allows students who already have an undergraduate degree to complete the core requirements for admission to medical school.
Colleges have Unique Relationship with Bishops
Inside Higher Ed, April 10, 2009
Dominican University President Donna M. Carroll was quoted in an article about Catholic identity in higher education and the relationship between bishops and the presidents of Catholic universities.
Putting Our Best Foot Forward
Currents, April 2009
Dominican University's sponsorship of the 2008 Frank Lloyd Wright Races in Oak Park was
highlighted in the latest issue of
Currents magazine. Over 80 people from Dominican, including President Donna M. Carroll,
participated in the races.
DU students witness history in El Salvador
People’s Weekly World, March 16, 2009
Dominican students monitored the presidential election in El Salvador on March 15 as part of a study abroad course. Mauricio Funes was elected as the country's next president. This was the first time in 20 years that an opposition party has beat out the Nationalist Republican Alliance (ARENA).
Dominican Stands in Solidarity Against Hate
Wednesday Journal, March 1, 2009
On Sunday, March 1, over 160 students and other members of the Dominican community, including President Donna M. Carroll, silently stood in solidarity against members of the Westboro Baptist Church, who were protesting the university's production of "The Laramie Project."
DU's
Parking Lot is a Green Example for Midwest
Wednesday Journal, February 25, 2009
Dan Bulow, director of buildings and grounds, spoke about the permeable pavers in the west parking lot. Dominican was the first facility in the Midwest to use this "green" paving material and has served as an example to other institutions.
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