http://www.smwc.edu/ Latest news and announcements from Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College Sat, 25 May 2013 23:05:20 EDT en-us Copyright 2013 Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College concrete 5.x 60 http://www.smwc.edu/ http://www.smwc.edu/themes/SMWC_v2/images/SMWC-logo-small.png 100 100 http://www.smwc.edu/alumnae/alumnae-i-news/yvonne-shepard-receives-rumely-award/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss_links&utm_campaign=RSS%2BFeed http://www.smwc.edu/index.php?cID=3774 Thu, 23 May 2013 09:05:00 EDT At Reunion 2013, the Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College National Alumnae Association Board of Directors presented the Frances Murphy Rumely award to former AT&T executive, Yvonne Shepard ’68. http://www.smwc.edu/alumnae/alumnae-i-news/tracy-shier-receives-saint-mother-theodore-guerin-award/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss_links&utm_campaign=RSS%2BFeed http://www.smwc.edu/index.php?cID=3772 Thu, 23 May 2013 08:05:00 EDT Harriet (Tracy) Johnson Schier’s purpose, devotion, community vitality and leadership earned her an award at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College’s (SMWC) Reunion 2013 on Saturday, May 18, 2013. Schier received the Saint Mother Theodore Guerin award. http://www.smwc.edu/headlines/reunion2013/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss_links&utm_campaign=RSS%2BFeed http://www.smwc.edu/index.php?cID=3768 Mon, 20 May 2013 09:05:00 EDT In May of each year, the college opens its doors to welcome back Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College (SMWC) alumnae to campus. Nearly 300 alumnae from France and 26 states returned for Reunion weekend to celebrate, network and reunite with life-long friends and classmates. http://www.smwc.edu/headlines/virginia-smith-2013-distinguished-alumnae-recipient/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss_links&utm_campaign=RSS%2BFeed http://www.smwc.edu/index.php?cID=3720 Wed, 08 May 2013 10:05:00 EDT Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College presented Virginia (Ginger) Smith, a 1989 graduate, with the Distinguished Alumnae Award. The Award is the highest honor the College bestows upon a graduate in recognition of her noteworthy achievements and valuable professional and personal contributions. http://www.smwc.edu/headlines/smwc-commencement-2013/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss_links&utm_campaign=RSS%2BFeed http://www.smwc.edu/index.php?cID=3719 Sat, 04 May 2013 15:05:00 EDT Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College’s 173th commencement ceremony on Saturday, May 4, 2013, symbolized the culmination of students’ academic achievement and personal growth. President Dottie King, Ph.D. presented over 100 students from 23 states with associate’s, bachelor’s or master’s degrees. http://www.smwc.edu/headlines/students-bring-awareness-by-turning-trash-into-art/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss_links&utm_campaign=RSS%2BFeed http://www.smwc.edu/index.php?cID=3717 Tue, 30 Apr 2013 15:04:00 EDT Sometimes art is beautiful. Other times, it is ugly. The sculpture in front of the Rooney Library at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College (SMWC) contrasts starkly with the flowering trees around it—a disturbing reminder of the blemish illegal dumping leaves on Indiana’s beautiful rivers and wetlands. http://www.smwc.edu/headlines/faculty-recognized-for-excellence/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss_links&utm_campaign=RSS%2BFeed http://www.smwc.edu/index.php?cID=3714 Thu, 18 Apr 2013 15:04:00 EDT Three Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College faculty members were recognized with the 24th annual Sister Mary Joseph Pomeroy Faculty Excellence Awards for their high ideals of teaching, scholarship, service and leadership. In 1990, the Sister Mary Joseph Pomeroy Faculty Excellence Award was inaugurated, named in honor of the esteemed Woods professor of English who embodied the highest ideals of teaching, scholarship, and service. Each of this year’s awardees embodies the spirit of excellence, espoused by the College in its motto “Virtus cum Scientia” (Virtue with Knowledge United) in a particular aspect of faculty work. Recipients of this year’s award are Tracy Richardson, Ph.D., professor of music, - for service; Robert Jean, Ph.D., assistant professor of ecology - for scholarship; and Ron Maurey, instructor of music, - for teaching. http://www.smwc.edu/headlines/north-soccer-standouts-sign-with-the-woods/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss_links&utm_campaign=RSS%2BFeed http://www.smwc.edu/index.php?cID=3713 Thu, 18 Apr 2013 09:04:00 EDT Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College announces that two soccer standouts, Jordan Bray and Joy Jakaitis, of Terre Haute North High School signed letters of intent to accept soccer scholarships with the Pomeroys. http://www.smwc.edu/headlines/smwc-celebrates-173rd-commencement/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss_links&utm_campaign=RSS%2BFeed http://www.smwc.edu/index.php?cID=3712 Thu, 18 Apr 2013 08:04:00 EDT Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College celebrates its 173rd commencement on May 4, 2013. The traditional baccalaureate mass begins at 10:30 a.m. at the Church of the Immaculate Conception. The commencement ceremony begins at 2 p.m. in the Cecilian Auditorium of the Conservatory of Music. An estimated 80 students are expected to graduate in the ceremony. http://www.smwc.edu/headlines/smwc-unveils-new-opportunities-in-criminology-and-health-care-administration/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss_links&utm_campaign=RSS%2BFeed http://www.smwc.edu/index.php?cID=3709 Fri, 12 Apr 2013 12:04:00 EDT In fall of 2013 Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College (SMWC) will launch two new majors to help students prepare for fulfilling careers in criminology and health care administration. Both Woods Online and campus students will have the ability to enroll in these new degree programs. http://www.smwc.edu/headlines/sr-connie-kramer-a-woman-of-influence/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss_links&utm_campaign=RSS%2BFeed http://www.smwc.edu/index.php?cID=3708 Thu, 11 Apr 2013 15:04:00 EDT The Women of Influence event is designed to identify and recognize top women leaders in the Wabash Valley for their positive influence. This years’ event honored 10 women who make significant contributions to the community. All have influence in the community that extends beyond their organizations. Noted for her ability to offer hope and care for the poor, Sr. Connie Kramer ‘64, SP is one of those remarkable women. http://www.smwc.edu/headlines/a-passion-for-music/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss_links&utm_campaign=RSS%2BFeed http://www.smwc.edu/index.php?cID=3705 Wed, 10 Apr 2013 10:04:00 EDT A fine tenor voice and a passion for choral music have propelled Michael Boswell, associate professor of music at Saint Mary-of-the Woods College (SMWC), to stages across the United States and right here at SMWC. http://www.smwc.edu/headlines/operation-wabashiki-returns/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss_links&utm_campaign=RSS%2BFeed http://www.smwc.edu/index.php?cID=3701 Fri, 05 Apr 2013 15:04:00 EDT The beautiful Wabashiki. Mist gently swirls around broken trees in gray water, home to thousands of birds, fish…and some old tires, a mattress, and a broken coffee maker. One of Indiana’s newest protected wetlands, the Wabashiki Fish and Wildlife Area, located west of the Wabash River, is often used for illegal dumping. Despite efforts to clean it up and restore its natural beauty, the dumping continues. http://www.smwc.edu/headlines/woods-online-student-aims-for-hunting-success-in-new-tv-show/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss_links&utm_campaign=RSS%2BFeed http://www.smwc.edu/index.php?cID=3673 Thu, 04 Apr 2013 08:04:00 EDT Don’t let Krysten McDaniel’s bright smile, long pink fingernails or softly curled hair fool you. She is dressed to kill. http://www.smwc.edu/headlines/91st-ring-day/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss_links&utm_campaign=RSS%2BFeed http://www.smwc.edu/index.php?cID=3654 Sat, 23 Mar 2013 16:03:00 EDT Eight three campus, distance and graduate students received their Woods Ring in a powerfully moving ceremony on March 23, 2013. The ring is visible evidence of the tradition of academic excellence, personal growth and fortitude, which are the roots of The Woods. It is an enduring symbol that is far more than a piece of jewelry. It honors academic success and sacrifice, while demonstrating the pride and loyalty the students and alumnae/i share. http://www.smwc.edu/headlines/new-stem-program-for-girls-at-the-woods/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss_links&utm_campaign=RSS%2BFeed http://www.smwc.edu/index.php?cID=3653 Fri, 22 Mar 2013 13:03:00 EDT Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College (SMWC) and Duke Energy have teamed up to offer an exciting program called TWIST – Today’s Women In STEM Tomorrow. The TWIST program, for girls in 6th – 9th grade, will take place April 12-13, 2013, at SMWC. This overnight, science-filled event is equipped with a variety of programs. It features workshops with hands-on learning in each of the STEM areas. http://www.smwc.edu/headlines/smwc-equestrian-western-team-heads-to-national-semi-finals/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss_links&utm_campaign=RSS%2BFeed http://www.smwc.edu/index.php?cID=3651 Fri, 22 Mar 2013 08:03:00 EDT The Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College (SMWC) Equestrian Western Team travels to Syracuse, New York to compete in the Intercollegiate Horse Show Association Western Semi-Finals. The weekend show will take place at the New York State Fairgrounds on March 23-24, 2013 http://www.smwc.edu/headlines/smwc-receives-advertising-award/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss_links&utm_campaign=RSS%2BFeed http://www.smwc.edu/index.php?cID=3639 Wed, 20 Mar 2013 14:03:00 EDT Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College received a silver award from the “Higher Education Marketing Report” 28th Annual Educational Advertising Awards. The full-page ad publicly announced the launch of the College’s campaign to build a sports and recreation center titled the Pomeroy Pride Campaign. http://www.smwc.edu/headlines/kent-state-university-chorale-to-present-at-the-woods/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss_links&utm_campaign=RSS%2BFeed http://www.smwc.edu/index.php?cID=3638 Wed, 20 Mar 2013 10:03:00 EDT The Kent State University (KSU) Chorale of Kent, Ohio will present a concert on Monday, March 25, 2013 at 7:30 pm at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College, Cecilian Auditorium. The program will feature William Byrd’s Ave verum corpus, Josquin des Prez’ Tu pauperum refugium, Haydn’s The Heaven’s Are Telling, Brahms’s O Heiland, reiss die Himmel auf, Britten’s I Lov’d a Lass and Lift Boy, a set of Chinese folk songs and more. The concert is free and open to the public. http://www.smwc.edu/headlines/ring-day-2013/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss_links&utm_campaign=RSS%2BFeed http://www.smwc.edu/index.php?cID=3634 Mon, 18 Mar 2013 12:03:00 EDT Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College (SMWC) Ring Day has been one of most highly anticipated events of the student’s college experience. This 91st year is no exception.