People/Features

Cross country coach speaks at awards banquet

Tom Harbert, women’s cross country coach, was the guest speaker at the United High School Cross Country Awards Banquet on Dec. 5. ( Read More )

Condolences

Condolences to Lisa A. Sisak, C’88, interlibrary loan coordinator and library circulation desk supervisor, on the death of her mother, Mrs. Helen Oleyar of Latrobe, who passed away on Wednesday, Dec. 14. ( Read More )

David Wilmes, C’96, attends conference in Philadelphia

On Saturday Jan. 7, David Wilmes, C’96, Fellow of the Saint Vincent College Center for Northern Appalachian Studies, attended a conference at the Free Library of Philadelphia hosted by the Library of Congress’ Veterans History Project. The conference honored Philadelphia area veterans and all the partners of Pennsylvania for the work they have accomplished preserving the stories of our nation’s military service men and women. Saint Vincent’s Center for Northern Appalachian Studies was singled out as one of the higher education institutions that has committed itself to, and excelled at, documenting the stories of our country’s veterans. ( Read More )

Welcome

Welcome to Dominick Hankle, Patricia Sharbaugh, Maria McCormick, Darlene Angall, Bob Colbert, Bobbi Watt Geer, Richard Kunkle, James McClarren, Jeanne Persuit, Dr. Mandy Raab, Dr. Stephen Sarokon and Stephanie Vega. ( Read More )

Special Announcements

GIS/GPS internships offered to students

The Student Conservation Association (SCA) is offering GIS/GPS internships for students. The SCA offers opportunities to gain skills in GIS mapping and GPS technology through hands-on internships that include working with local municipalities, working in Boston, living off the coast of California, and mapping the Washington State wilderness or recreational facilities of a national forest. A list of current positions and application information can be found at www.thesca.org/pdfs/gis.pdf. ( Read More )

Intercollegiate Studies Institute announces fellowships

The Intercollegiate Studies Institute (ISI) has announced its unique fellowship opportunities for both undergraduate and graduate students. ( Read More )

Wellness Center to host free yoga class on Jan. 23

Interested in relieving stress, getting fit, relaxing your mind? Try yoga. There will be a free introductory class on Monday, Jan. 23 at noon in the Science Center Reading Room (amphitheatre building, one floor down). Bring a towel or yoga mat. ( Read More )

Legacies to be recognized at brunch on Feb. 11

College Vice Chancellor and President Jim Will has invited Saint Vincent College students and their alumni relatives to attend a special brunch in the Westmoreland Room at 12 noon on Saturday, Feb. 11 honoring SVC legacies and their alumni parents, grandparents, aunts, uncles, brothers, or sisters. ( Read More )

Festival of Praise to be held on Feb. 3

All are invited to come and experience God’s love at the Festival of Praise in the Basilica Crypt on Friday, Feb. 3 from 7 to 9 p.m. for prayer, adoration, the Sacrament of Confession and joyful singing with Cryptora. ( Read More )

Bass guitar player wanted for Cryptora

Auditions are being held for any Saint Vincent College student who would like to play with Cryptora, a Christian rock band which performs in the Crypt of the Basilica for the Festival of Praise and other performances. Those interested may call Lawrence Cuda at 724-539-3983. ( Read More )

Next online bulletin to be published Jan. 25

The deadline is noon on Monday, Jan. 23 for the next Bulletin which will be published on Wednesday, Jan. 25. Submit items by e-mail to bulletin@stvincent.edu . Though e-mail is preferred, written items may be delivered to the Public Relations Office, 2nd floor, Alfred Hall, sent via house mail or faxed to 724-537-4587. Please include your name and phone number. ( Read More )

Graduating seniors need to file applications with Registrar by Jan. 31

Any student anticipating a May 2006 graduation should have an application on file in the Registrar’s Office. Only those who have applied by Jan. 31 will be eligible for graduation. Seniors who already have an application on file should have received a memo from the Registrar regarding graduation requirements. If you did not receive this memo or are unsure whether you have filed a graduation application, please stop by the Registrar’s Office immediately. May 2006 graduation applicants taking courses at another college or university during the Spring 2006 semester must see the Registrar immediately. This meeting is very important since instructions on having grades documented prior to graduation will be explained. Your immediate attention to this matter is strongly suggested. ( Read More )