Maxwell Becton College of Arts and Sciences

USA PATRIOT Act and Presidential Election Explored

Two political affairs events are planned for Tuesday, October 26.

At 12:45 in Lenfell Hall, the Mansion, College at Florham, Edward Barocas, legal director, American Civil Liberties Union of New Jersey, will speak on “The USA PATRIOT Act and Civil Liberties.”

At 6 p.m., a Roundtable on the 2004 Presidential Election with faculty and students participating also will be held in Lenfell Hall.

Both presentations are free. For information, contact Bruce Peabody, political science (Flor), at 973-443-8729.

Plays to be Performed

There is still time left (Thursday–Saturday, October 14–16, at 8 p.m and Sunday, October 17, at 2:30 p.m.) to see the performance of “Museum,” Tina Howe’s satire of the modern art world, a parable of humanity that takes place on the last day of an exhibit in a Manhattan art museum. A cast of 40 characters walk through and comment on the art, themselves, each other and life in general.

“Museum” is directed by Stephen Hollis, theater and director, theater arts (Flor), designed by Michael Auszura, with lights by David Landau, electronic filmmaking (Flor). Tickets are $5 for students and FDU community and $10 for the general public. Tickets can be purchased at the door or by calling 973-443-8644 (ext. 4) in advance.

Next to be produced by the visual and performing arts department is “The Good Doctor,” a selection of Chekhov’s short stories adapted by Neil Simon, scheduled for Wednesday, November 17, through Sunday, November 21, with a matinee for high school students on Friday, November 19. Hollis describes the production as “a very funny evening of different sketches and comic pieces, again with a variety of acting opportunities.”

For further information call 973-443-8467 or e-mail hollis@fdu.edu.

Shakespeare and Politics

Don’t forget “Shakespeare and Politics,” a free day-long colloquium, Saturday, October 16, in Room S-11, Science Building, College at Florham, from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Speakers will discuss not only Shakespeare’s treatment of politics, but also the politics of performing his works in the 21st century. Harry Keyishian, English (Flor), organized the event. This is the 12th seminar in this popular series. For details see http://inside.fdu.edu/prpt/politics.html. For further information, call 973-443-8714 or e-mail harry_keyishian@fdu.edu. Registration is not required but is strongly encouraged.

Broadcasting in Global Society

David Elstein, chairman, British Screen Advisory Council, will speak on “The Changing Shape of Broadcasting in a Global Society” on Thursday, November 4, at 2:15 p.m. in Hartman Lounge, the Mansion, College at Florham. Sponsored by the English, communication and philosophy department, the lecture is free, but registration is recommended. For registration call 973-443-8711/8710. Elstein is also chairman of Really Useful Theatres Ltd., Screen Digest Ltd, Broadcasting Policy Group, Commercial Radio Companies Association, Sports Network plc and Sparrowhawk Investments Ltd.; vice chairman of Kingsbridge Capital Ltd.; non-executive director of NTL Inc.; and a visiting professor at the University of Stirling, in Scotland, and the University of Westminster, in England, both in the United Kingdom.

CCI Executive Briefing

“Why Can’t Our Employees Write Better?” will be explored by Jack Appleman, communication (Flor) and founder and president of SG Communications, at a Corporate Communication Institute (CCI) Executive Briefing on Tuesday, October 19, from 8 to 10 a.m., in Hartman Lounge, the Mansion, College at Florham. Appleman is an award-winning writer who brings 25 years of combined experience as a writing trainer, public relations professional and journalist. Costs are $40; CCI members $20, graduate students $15 and faculty free. To register call 973-443-8709.

Silberman College of Business

Alumnus Eli Amdur, BA’68 (Ruth), and a resident of Teaneck, N.J., has been named senior executive fellow for leadership and talent development at Silberman College of Business’ Center for Health-care Management Studies.

Donald Zimmerman, executive director of the center (Flor/Metro), said, “We envision a stronger focus on the leadership element in our MBA programs, and we are looking to Eli Amdur to develop this vision.”

Amdur currently teaches Executive Communication and Leadership in the MBA program — a course that enrolls students from 32 countries. He has done extensive research on leadership and talent development and has authored articles in this field.

The center offers a range of corporate training programs focused on developing the leadership skills and knowledge needed in today’s rapidly changing world of health care and the life sciences marketplace.

Amdur sees this new position as both an honor and a challenge. “Don Zimmerman is a visionary leader,” he said, “and a recognized expert on national and global healthcare issues. I look forward to contributing to this growing program.”

New College of General and Continuing Studies

Booz Allen Degree-completion Program

On September 22, Fairleigh Dickinson University received the Innovative Partnership Award, presented at the Booz Allen Hamilton’s Center for Performance Excellence in McLean, Va. The award was for the online Undergraduate Degree-completion Program developed by New College in collaboration with the Office of Global Learning. The University is the exclusive online provider for Booz Allen Hamilton, an employer of more than 14,000 individuals. Other learning partners for in-person delivery are the University of Virginia, Charlottesville; Johns Hopkins University, Baltimore, Md.; and the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia.

Online Graduate Certificates Expanded

Courses in two online graduate certificates in global security and terrorism studies and emergency management administration began on September 27. The online certificates were developed through a $500,000 grant from the U.S. Department of Defense through the National Guard Bureau. During 2003–2004, the content from 13 in-person courses was converted into an online delivery. The courses were then vetted and approved by the National Guard. A second year of funding in the amount of $500,000 has been appropriated to convert the graduate certificate in computer security and forensic administration to an online format.

Each of the certificates can be applied toward a master of administrative science degree from FDU. The National Guard distance-learning initiative is being administered by the Office of Global Learning and the faculty and administration of the School of Administrative Science.

Hospitality, Tourism Management at Cendant

After establishing a pilot degree-completion program at the Cendant Corporation during 2003–2004, the International School of Hospitality and Tourism Management is offering the bachelor of arts in individualized studies with a hospitality management specialization and the master of science in hospitality management studies at the firm. Cendant has more than 10,000 employees in New Jersey and is the umbrella company for Howard Johnson, Travel Lodge, Days Inn, Budget and Avis car rental, Century 21 and Coldwell Banker as well as several others. John Hughes, hotel/restaurant/tourism management (Flor), and the administrative coordinator for the program, reports that 55 students are enrolled in the undergraduate and graduate programs during the fall semester.

“Voces Unidas” Concert to Be Held

In September, the Puerta al Futuro program began a partnership with Latin-American consulates in New York City, resulting in “Voces Unidas,” a concert of national hymns from Latin-American countries, to be held on Sunday, October 24, at the Auditorium, Edward Williams Building, on the Metropolitan Campus, from 2–5 p.m. For more information, contact Ruth Soto, administrative assistant, at 201-692-2625.

Exhibits in Edward Williams Gallery

“Melody from the Silence of the Soul,” a Hispanic Heritage Month exhibit featuring oil on canvas, mixed media on canvas and mixed media on paper by Antonio Carreno, is being held in Edward Williams Gallery, Edward Williams Building, Metropolitan Campus through October 29.

Carreno, who went to the National School of Fine Arts in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic, was inspired by cherished memories of his early life in the islands when creating his mixed media paintings and pastels. His paintings are structured methodically with emphasis in detail and symmetry, redefining the legacy of surrealism in Latin American art with lively lines and colorful concepts.

Left photo: “Staten Island” by Griselda Healy Right photo: “Melody From the Silence of the Soul” by Antonio Carreno

Also in Edward Williams Gallery, an exhibit, “Entr’Acte” with works by Griselda Healy is scheduled to open Monday, November 1. On Sunday, November 7, a reception will be held in the Edward Williams Building Lobby with a concert “From Paris to Vienna” by the All Seasons Chamber Players in the building’s auditorium from 3 to 5 p.m.

The Gallery hours are Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m.–2:30 p.m., and Saturday, 9:30 a.m.–2:30 p.m. The exhibits are free and open to the public. For more information call 201-692-7028.

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Gang Violence, Awareness and Prevention

On Tuesday, November 9, the School of Criminal Justice will present a symposium on “Gang Violence, Gang Awareness and Prevention,” at 3:30 p.m. in Room 100, Robison Annex, Metropolitan Campus.

Participants will include officials from the New Jersey Department of Corrections. An insider’s view will be presented by two former gang members currently incarcerated in the New Jersey state prison system. The event is free and is open to the FDU community. Patrick Reynolds, assistant director, criminal justice (Metro), says, “We are hoping to have the lecturers present a comprehensive overview of the gang problem, specifically the issue of peer pressure and recruiting techniques used by gangs to expand their membership.”

Alcohol and Alcoholism

“Alcohol and Alcoholism: Recognizing and Dealing with Our Susceptibilities,” sponsored by sociology and psychology is being offered on Thursday, October 21, at 7 p.m., in Wilson Auditorium, Dickinson Hall, Metropolitan Campus. Featured at the free event will be speakers from Alcoholics Anonymous.

Color Rhythms Exhibit

“Color Rhythms,” by Rita Baragona is an exhibit through November 5 at the University College Art Gallery, Room 11, University Hall, Metropolitan Campus. During a reception on October 14, the artist spoke about her work.

She was reviewed in The New Republic — “Baragona combines an overall soft luminosity with a steely pinpoint accuracy and brings this unpredictable painterly attack to her quiet violet-and-yellow bouquets and her gardens ranging with rainbow-hued flowers.”

Rita Baragona, “Spectral Abundance,” acrylic

Wroxton College

The Conference on Corporate Communication 2005, scheduled from Friday, June 10, through Monday, June 13, at Wroxton College, has sent out a call for papers.

Sponsored by the Corporate Communication Institute in association with Corporate Communications: An International Journal, the conference’s focus will be on the theory, practice, roles, processes and issues of concern to corporate communication scholars and practitioners.

The three-day conference will feature speakers from the industry and universities. Countries represented in the past have included Australia, Belgium, Brazil, Finland, Germany, Japan, the Netherlands, New Zealand, Portugal, Switzerland, Turkey, the United Kingdom and the United States.

Interdisciplinary and multidisciplinary proposals for original research, complete sessions devoted to an issue, panel discussions, case studies, workshops and demonstrations are sought. Areas of interest include image, identity and reputation management; corporate branding; corporate governance, policy and practice; investor relations; research; and theory and practice; among others, see http://www.corporatecomm.org/conference.html.

The deadline for submission of proposals to the Corporate Communication Institute is January 17. A 300- to 500-word abstract of the paper or summary of ideas should be sent to cci@corporatecomm.org, attention Michael Goodman, English and director, CCI (Flor).

A PDF of the Call for Papers and details for submission of conference papers are located at http://www.corporatecomm.org/conference.html. For more information, e-mail cci@corporatecomm.org or call 973-443-8709.

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