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Page 2The Scranton Record, February 2008Director of Community Relations AnnouncedEquity, Diversity Officer Delivers MLK KeynoteUniversity Presidentcommunity projects, includingRev. Scott R. Pilarz, S.J., hasthe Wenzel Treehouse and theannounced the appointment ofvolunteer-built and organizedRobert Farrell, Esq., to the posicommunity playground at Naytion of director of CommunityAug Park.Relations. He began his positionPreviously, he was an associat the University on Jan. 14,ate/partner with the law firm2008.of Kreder Brooks Hailstone &As Director of CommunityLudwig, a role that includedRobert Farrell, work with municipal governRelations, Farrell will serve asEsq.the primary liaison with andments throughout the region.university resource person forHe also served as a law clerkregional government officials, councilsto Hon. Chester T. Harhut, who is nowand boards. He will also help the JesuitPresident Judge of the Court of Commonuniversity to develop and sustain relationPleas.ships with key community groups andA resident of Scranton’s historic Hillorganizations.section, Farrell is active in several regional“The University of Scranton believescivic groups and organizations. His boardin maintaining a mutually beneficialservice includes, Nay Aug Conservancy,relationship with the community. ThereScranton Tomorrow, East Scrantonis much that we offer and much that weBusiness Association and Immaculatereceive through this relationship,” saidConception Parish. Previously, heFr. Pilarz. “Mr. Farrell brings the perfectserved on the boards of Singers Guild ofblend of knowledge and experience toScranton, Choral Society of Northeasternhelp us to be an even more significantPennsylvania, Lackawanna Historicalpartner in the future growth and developSociety and Lackawanna River Corridorment of the region we call home. We areAssociation.delighted that he is joining us.”Farrell earned a bachelor’s degreeMost recently, Farrell served as thefrom the College of the Holy Cross andCity Solicitor for the City of Scranton,a law degree from Dickinson School ofresponsible for all of the City’s legalLaw. He and his wife, Alyce, are the paraffairs. He has also managed numerousents of three children.Ms. Adera joined theRosette Adera, directorUniversity in 2007 after livingof the Office of Equity andand working in Canada for 16Diversity, delivered the keynoteyears. Most recently, she servedaddress at a ceremony comas program coordinator for thememorating Dr. Martin LutherCenter for Student Development,King Jr. at Scranton Highas well as a member of the SeniorSchool on Jan. 20. The proManagement advisory commitgram included multiculturaltee at McMaster University inentertainment and an awardsRosette Adera Hamilton, Ontario. At Scranton,ceremony, in which diversityshe is responsible for developingminded residents and busipolicies that ensure equitable treatmentnesses from the region were honored.of all students, and handling compliance,In her address Ms. Adera discussedmediation and conflict resolution. She alsothe interconnectedness of social justice,develops and promotes diversity initiatives.knowledge and education. “Social justiceis founded on the principle that we are thesame, want the same things and are entitled to those things - basic rights to liveand move and have our being,” Ms. Aderatold the audience. “The fundamental question, of course, is how can we know whatThe University has announced thesocial justice is unless we seek to underappointment of two people to adminisstand. We must understand our rights, ourtrative positions.freedoms and our responsibilities.”Marise Garofalo, Clarks Summit,Ms. Adera went on to encouragehas been named executive directoryouth and children in the audience toof Development“ stay focused, stay in school, pursue anin the Divisioneducation and complete your programs.of InstitutionalWe need you. We need you to carry Dr.Advancement.King’s dream.”She joined theA native of Rwanda, Ms. AderaUniversity in 1998first became acquainted with the workand, since 2000, hasand writings of Dr. King while she wasassumed increasa teenager in Kenya. Ms. Adera and hering responsibilitiesclassmates shared copies of Dr. King’s “IMarise Garofaloin the AdvancementHave a Dream” speech, finding a univerDivision. Shesal message of human rights.has served as assistant director ofAlumni Relations, associate director ofOperations & Research, director of IT forDevelopment, senior development officer,and, most recently, director of PlannedGiving & Special Programs.will host a tribute to Martin Luther KingPrior to joining the University,Jr. beginning at 6:30 p.m., in BrennanGarofalo served in various management andHall. Guest speaker Joe Rogers, Esq.,marketing roles in the local business comwill present a program commemoratingmunity. She is a summa cum laude graduthe 40th anniversary of the assassinaate of The University of Scranton, wheretion of Dr. King and the delivery of hisshe received the Frank O’Hara Award forhistoric “Drum Major Instinct Speech.”Outstanding Academic Achievement.Mr. Rogers is the former Lt. Governor ofShannon Murphy,Colorado, where he served as America’syoungest lieutenant governor and only the East Stroudsburg, hasbeen named directorfourth African American in U.S. historyof Student Activitiesever elected to a state’s second-highestand Orientation.executive office.She was previouslyA reception will follow the programassistant director ofin room 509, Brennan Hall. Both eventsStudent Activities andare free and open to the public.Orientation.For further information, contactShannonBefore joining theSherman Wooden, director of multiculMurphytural affairs at the University, at 941-7680. University, Murphyserved as the assisOn Friday, Feb. 29, Performancetant director of Campus Programs at St.Music will present the Grammy AwardJoseph’s University, Philadelphia, and asnominated David Ostwald’s Gully Lowthe assistant director of Student ActivitiesJazz Band “In Concert.” The Gully Lowat Canisius College, Buffalo, N.Y.Jazz Band served as The Louis ArmstrongMurphy earned a bachelor’s degree inCentennial Band and will present ahistory from The University of Scrantonconcert of Armstrong’s music. The conand a master’s degree in college studentcert will take place at 7:30 p.m. in thepersonnel administration from CanisiusUniversity’s Houlihan-McLean Center,College.Jefferson Avenue and Mulberry Street.Pride, Passion, Promise: Shaping our Jesuit Tradition{ The Strategic Plan in Action }Civic Engagement: Enhance relationships and partnerships withlocal and regional leadershipScranton Celebrates Black History Monththe SCRANTON recordis published byThe University of ScrantonEditorial Offices:O’Hara HallThe University of Scranton,Scranton, PA 18510-4628(570) 941-7669Editor: Valarie J. WolffContributing Writers: Stan M. ZygmuntSandra Skies LudwigAssociate Writer: Thomas W. DursoSports Writer: Kevin SouthardPhotography: Terry Connors, MichaelTouey, PaulaLynn Connors, Paul Treacy,Bill JohnsonThe University of ScrantonRev. Scott R. Pilarz, S.J., PresidentPatrick F. Leahy, Vice Presidentfor University RelationsGerald C. Zaboski, Associate VicePresident for Alumni and Public Relations 2008 The University of ScrantonDuring Black History Month, TheUniversity of Scranton community hasplanned several events to celebrate andacknowledge the many contributions andaccomplishments of African Americans.All events are free and open to the public.On Sunday, Feb. 3, “HarlemSpeaks,” a program honoring importantjazz artists, returned to The University ofScranton with several special events featuring National Jazz Museum in Harlemexecutive director Loren Schoenberg, TheNational Jazz Museum in Harlem AllStars Big Band, and special guest Jacquie“Tajah” Murdock, dancer/ dance historian. Mr. Schoenberg and Ms. Murdockpresented a program titled “HarlemSpeaks: Memories of the Apollo Theaterand Savoy Ballroom” in the theater ofthe DeNaples Center. Free group swingdance lessons were given by local danceinstructors Gail Ercoli and Vince Brustin the DeNaples Center ballroom, followed by a Swing Dance/Concert withMr. Schoenberg and Harlem All-StarsBig Band.On Saturday, Feb. 16, theUniversity’s United Colors Club and theCouncil for Community Affairs, Inc.,Two Named toAdministrative Posts

The Scranton Record, February 2008Page 3Community, Collaboration are Central to Scranton’s Newest Building (continued from pg. 1)Ted Zayac, directorof Food Services(right), discussesthe “open kitchen”concept of TheFresh FoodCompany to JamesDevers, directorof Physical Plant(left), and MartinLangan, associatevice president forAdministrativeServices (center).Center. According to Dr. Carilli, it isdesigned to create a space where studentscan “share interests with each other, talkto each other and have an appreciationfor each other.”That mission was accomplished,according to Orientation Team LeaderRobert Duliba ’10. “I like how openthe Student Forum is,” he said, notingthe spacious area for student meetings.Already, he said, “More students are coming here to use the space.”Apart from providing a place toshare ideas and experiences, the Forumallows student offices to share a photocopier, fax, computers and other officeequipment, resulting in cost savingsover the previous need for each office tohave its own equipment. It also includesa Leadership Library that will providea space for programming and lecturesabout leadership.The third floor dining area boaststhe region’s first ARAMARK “FreshFood Company,” where meals aremade fresh to order. (The nearest suchARAMARK facilities are in Virginiaand Massachusetts.) Diners can choosefood from the Southern Kitchen, a freshproduce market, a pasta station, a brickoven, Mediterranean deli, Brazilian grill,round grill and charbroiler.“This is the kitchen,” said Dr.Carilli, pointing to the large, open kiosksBetsey Moylan, associate professorand chair of the Library Faculty,Weinberg Memorial Library, says thefireplace lounge in the DeNaplesCenter is “ especially suited forimpromptu meetings. The couchesand small tables will encourageconversation and allow commuterstudents a welcoming spot to relax orstudy between classes.”where fresh food is prepared to order.“You see it. You smell it.”An added benefit of the third floordining area is the additional space itoffers for mealtime gatherings. “It’s muchmore spacious,” said Kristina Lopez ’08.“Gunster was overcrowded.”The ballrooms, meeting rooms andtheater on the fourth floor “ will giveUniversity functions a whole new venuefor lectures, dinners, and conferences,”said Moylan. “The fact that the building is completely ADA accessible is a realbonus,” she added.The sub-dividable ballroom accommodates 700 people and seats nearly 400for dinner. The 260-seat theater boastshigh-definition video, surround soundand comfortable, oversized theater seating. According to Dr. Carilli, the theaterspace will be “ideal for movies, panel discussions, speakers, Coffee House eventsand other activities.”The DeNaples Center is the firstbuilding on campus designed and constructed to achieve Leadership in Energyand Environmental Design (LEED)certification as part of the University’sSustainability initiatives. LEED’s GreenBuilding Rating System is the nationally accepted benchmark for the design,construction, and operation of high-performance “green” buildings.For Physical Plant employees whowork in the DeNaples Center, that translates into a building “that’s much betterfor our health and the environment,” saidJohn Monahan, custodian. “The building materials are ‘eco-friendly,’ and theproducts we use are chemical-free,” saidMonahan, referring to cleaning supplies.“Overall, we’re delighted to be here.”Yet another “first” for the campuscommunity is a fireplace lounge. “This isone space that Gunster really lacked,” saidDr. Carilli of the fireplace lounge on thesecond floor. “It’s a place where faculty,staff and students can gather.”The sense of community that is atthe heart of the DeNaples Center is alsocentral to the mission of the University, asFr. Devino points out. “It’s all about ourstudents, and the DeNaples Center speaksto us of community. How blessed we areto be here!”Assistant Vice President of University Ministries Rev. Terrence Devino, S.J.,is joined by University Ministers and staff members in front of the stainedglass panels outside their new offices on the second floor of the DeNaplesCenter. From left: Cathy Seymour, Keith Maczkiewicz, Patricia Vaccaro, Fr.Devino, Paulette Burton, Sr. Carol Tropiano, RSM, and Rev. J.A. Panuska, S.J.,president emeritus.Vincent Carilli, Ph.D., Vice President of Student Affairs (seated, left) andAnitra McShea, Dean of Students (seated, right), gather with staff membersin the lounge outside of the Office of Student Affairs on the second floor ofthe DeNaples Center. Back row, from left: Lawrence Morton, Ed.D., MaribethSmith, Sharon Olechna, Meg Hambrose and Mary Alice Fenwick.The DeNaples Center at a GlanceCustodians John Monahan andDebra Cwalinski use chemicalfree products to clean the retaildining area on the first floor of theDeNaples Center. The center’s“green” features create a building“that’s much better for our healthand the environment,” according toMonahan.First Floor Commuter Lockers/Vending Student mailboxes, Mailing Services Bookstore Convenience Store Atrium Lounge Retail Dining Area, including Quiznos,Chick-fil-A, Starbucks & ZocaSecond Floor Office of University Ministries Office of Student Affairs Student Forum: Offices for StudentGovernment, Programming Board, TheAquinas, The Windhover, CommunityOutreach, Jane Kopas Women’s Center,Multicultural Center, Center for HealthEducation & Wellness, Student Activitiesand Orientation. Also a Leadership Library Fireplace LoungeThird Floor “The Fresh Food Company” Dining Services Office Catering Office Faculty and Staff Dining RoomFourth Floor Ballrooms Meeting Rooms Auditorium Catering Kitchen

Page 4The Scranton Record, February 2008Students, Alumni and Faculty Participate in Mission Trips Donations Sought forested in the tripto Haiti, andsix seniors wereselected by lottery:Kaitlin Baker, JoshBraddell, KerryGallagher, LauraGibbons, JessicaHodovanec andMary Beth Vogel.Medical AlumniCouncil TripThe MedicalAlumni Councilteam, led byRichard Bevilacqua,M.D., D.M.D.,Richard Bevilacqua, D.M.D., M.D. ’83, right, team leader’83,also includedfor the Medical Alumni Council’s medical mission toGregoryLynch,Haiti, performs an open-air tooth extraction. He isD.O.,’79,Chrisassisted by Edward DelSole ’08, as Mary Elise Lynch ’10Jones,M.D.,’02,looks on.andpre-medstuNine students, three alumni physidents Mary Elise Lynch ’10 (Dr. Lynch’scians and two nursing professors from thedaughter), Cassandra Zagorski ’08 andUniversity dedicated a week of their timeEd DelSole ’08, president of the Healthand years of medical education and experProfessionsOrganization at Scranton.tise during two separate medical missionStudentswere selected for the triptrips to the poorest country in the Westernthroughacompetitiveapplication processHemisphere during intersession.coordinatedbyMaryEngel,Ph.D., direcAt the invitation of JoAnne KuehnertorofFellowshipProgramsandadvisor ofH’01, founder and president of “HopetheHealthProfessionsOrganization.for Haiti,” six nursing students and twoWhile in Haiti, the group stayednursing professors traveled to Les Cayesatanorphanage and clinic-hospice forand Port-au-Prince, Haiti, for a serviceorphanedand abandoned children intrip from Jan. 13 – 18.Haitiestablishedby Rev. Leo RichardIn a separate trip sponsored by theFrechette,C.P.,D.O.,who received anUniversity’s Medical Alumni Council,honorarydegreefromTheUniversity ofa group of three pre-med students andScrantonin2007.Whilesomeof thethree alumni physicians traveled to Portgroup’sworkwasdoneatthisclinic,theyau-Prince for a medical mission trip heldspentmostdaystravelingtothejunglesJan. 20 – 26. It was the sixth such trip toof Haiti to reach the poorest of the poorHaiti sponsored by the Council.and those most in need of medical assisNursing TripPatricia Harrington, Ed.,D., associate professor and chair of Nursing, andSharon Hudacek, Ed.D., professor ofNursing, led the six students in theirwork with “Hope for Haiti.”They were accompanied on the tripby Kuehner, whose organization supportsmore than 30 schools throughout Haiti.Working with Haitian nurses, as well as adoctor and dentist from Florida, who alsovolunteered their time, the Scranton students and faculty provided healthcare tothe communities served by these schools.“We completed health assessments,and implemented treatments and healtheducation for a variety of families,” saidDr. Harrington. “These were held at achurch, a clinic and two orphanages,including one for physically challengedchildren.”According to Dr. Harrington, “Thestudents were the key to the project.”“A year ago, they petitioned the facultyto provide them with more service opportunities. In the summer, they met with Mrs.Kuehner to explore options for the Haitiservice trip,” said Dr. Harrington.Eleven nursing students were inter-tance. In areas where Tuberculosis runsrampant, students and physicians distributed surgical masks to help reduce thespread of the disease among Haitians.Reflecting on her experience in Haiti,Zagoski said, “A team of six people cannotcure all the Tuberculosis, malnutrition orterrible living conditions that each Haitianmust suffer with each day. We can, however,better the everyday lives of many people.”“By simply showing these people thatwe care, by giving them a simple medicalexam and offering the medications wecan, it makes a world of a difference intheir own individual lives,” she added.Zagoski went on to explain how themission trip had a “profound impact” onher studies at Scranton and her future careerin medicine. “After seeing this poverty andthe immense need for medical care in otherareas of the world, especially Haiti, I am somuch more aware of the world around me.I realize that service is an essential part ofmedicine. The doctors on this trip, alumniof Scranton, have taught me incredible lessons that I will never forget,” she said.Prior to their departure, students collected medications and medical suppliesthat were donated by alumni physiciansand local health care agencies, as well asT-shirts and sneakers that were distributed to the impoverish Haitians, many ofwhom go bare-footed.Established in 1994, the MedicalAlumni Council is an affiliate of TheUniversity of Scranton Alumni Society.Library Book SaleThe University’s Weinberg MemorialLibrary is now accepting book donationsfor its annual spring sale, scheduled forSaturday, Apr. 26, from 9 a.m. until 9p.m., and Sunday, Apr. 27, from noonuntil 4 p.m. in the fifth floor HeritageRoom of the library.Donations will be accepted untilApril 23 and may be placed in the bin inthe vestibule on the Monroe Avenue sideof the library.The library is accepting hardcover and paperback books, includingchildren’s books, cookbooks, fiction andnon-fiction. In addition, they are collecting videos, compact discs, audiocassettesand records. Not accepted, however, are“Reader’s Digest” condensed books and“National Geographic” magazines.The Friends of the WeinbergMemorial Library, the library staff and theScranton-Pocono Northeast Chapter of theUniversity’s Alumni Society will conduct theevent. All proceeds benefit the Friends of theWeinberg Memorial Library Endowmentthat supports library collections and services.A special preview sale will be held on Friday,Apr. 25, for Friends’ members.Hardcover books and large formatpaperbacks will be sold for 1 each andpocket paperbacks will be sold for 50cents. “Special Treasures” include newand unique books that are individuallypriced. Flowering plants and tag saleitems will also be sold. For additionalinformation, call (570) 941-7816.Strategic Plan Continues toEngage University CommunityThe University’s strategic plan,Pride, Passion, Promise: Shaping our JesuitTradition, introduced in fall 2005, continues to make progress. Achievements fromthe plan’s second full year are described inthe report 2006-2007: A Year of Progress.The report is available at the Planning,Assessment & Institutional Research Website, www.scranton.edu/planning.The University’s strategic plan setsbroad institutional objectives for a fiveyear period, prioritizing four themes:Educational Excellence, CampusCommunity, Economic Strength, and CivicEngagement. The plan is supported by thegoals and activities of the University’s eleventactical plans, which capture the ambitionsof its organizational divisions and severalother key administrative functions.To view the strategic plan andreports on its progress, visit www.scranton.edu/planning. For more information,contact the Planning office at 941-6344or by e-mail at planning@scranton.edu.Irwin E. Alperin Financial Center DedicatedThe University dedicated the new Irwin E. Alperin Financial Center in BrennanHall on Jan. 25. The Center simulates a trading floor, complete with an electronicticker and other news and data displays. Joining University President Rev. Scott R.Pilarz, S.J., at the dedication were members of the Alperin family, from left: Julia, Janie,Basha and Francine.At the dedication, Patrick F. Leahy, vice president for University Relations,announced 250,000 in funding from the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania to supportfuture development of the Center. The second phase is expected to include 40 computers, a surround sound system and conference facilities. The third phase will provide anetwork of specialized software designed to support the Kania School of Managementbusiness curriculum with simulation capabilities and faculty-student research on financial and commodity markets.For information about opportunities to support the second and third phases ofthe Alperin Financial Center, please contact Marise Garofalo, executive director ofDevelopment, at (570) 941-7661.

The Scranton Record, February 2008Page 5Bestselling Author to Speak at Scranton Feb. 13 Lecture Explores State’sBe it in business, sports,by Library Journal that year. Hislaw or politics, Ronald Shapirosecond book, Bullies, Tyrants andknows what it takes to makeImpossible People: How to Beatit into the “winner’s circle,”Them Without Joining Them, wasand he shares his knowledgereleased in 2005 and made Thein his latest book, The NewWall Street Journal’s bestseller listYork Times bestseller Dare tothe first week of publication.Prepare: How to Win Before“One of baseball’s mostYou Begin. He will also sharerespected agent-attorneys”his success tips with northeastaccording to USA Today, ShapiroPennsylvania residents at a lunhas represented more BaseballUniversitycheon lecture and book-signPresident Rev. Hall of Fame players than anying at the University on Apr.Scott R. Pilarz, other agent and has negotiatedS.J., and John3 in the Patrick and Margaretmore than 1 billion in contractsDionne ’86 are on their behalf. He has appearedDeNaples Center.profiled in the on numerous national televisionA bestselling author,book Dare toexpert negotiator, sports agentshows including ABC’s GoodPrepare.and attorney, Shapiro’s latestMorning America, The Larry Kingbook, written with Gregory Jordan, made Show and ESPN’s Up Close. He is the speit to The New York Times bestseller listcial advisor to the owner of the Baltimorein its first week of publication. Dare toRavens and the general manager of thePrepare weaves Shapiro’s experience withSan Antonio Spurs.stories of 38 successful individuals toA graduate of Harvard Law School,provide a preparedness checklist that canShapiro has published numerous articlesbe followed by executives, managers andin law journals and has taught at Johnsother professionals.Hopkins University and The University ofUniversity President Rev. Scott R.Maryland School.Pilarz, S.J., is among the 38 su

university in 2007 after living and working in canada for 16 years. Most recently, she served as program coordinator for the center for student development, as well as a member of the senior Management advisory commit-tee at McMaster university in hamilton, ontario. at scranton, she is responsible for developing