MAY2009
students

Greetings!

The Capitol College community hopes you are enjoying the first days of summer! Check out what's happening on our sunny campus:
Introducing the Capitol Connector 
After much deliberation over some excellent suggestions, the Marketing and Communications office has named the E-Newsletter the Capitol Connector! Thanks to everyone who submitted their title ideas.
 
golf ballGolf Tournament
It's time to round up your golfing buddies and hit the links! The 2nd annual Capitol College Scholarship Golf Tournament, held June 12, 2009, will raise funds to support the growing needs of our students and ensure that they will receive financial support annually through scholarships. Sign up today! Singles are welcome, we'll pair you up! Go to the tournament website to register your foursome and learn more about sponsorship opportunities.
Virtual Open House
Haven't you always wanted to continue your education? Capitol College is offering graduate students the opportunity to attend a Virtual Open House on June 10, 2009 at 7 p.m. in anticipation of the summer 2009 term II semester. Attendees should expect to learn about what Capitol has to offer and be acclimated to the available master's degree programs, all while experiencing the unique online classroom format. Register now!
 
Students Clinch Rare DoD Scholarships
For the second year in a row, students from Capitol College were awarded scholarships under the U.S. Department of Defense Information Assurance Scholarship Program, sponsored by the Assistant Secretary of Defense for Networks and Information Integration, and administered by the National Security Agency. Kimberly Johnson and Jennifer Duryea were recognized for their outstanding leadership and dedication with these rare and competitive scholarships. So far this year, 32 new scholarships and 40 continuing scholarships have been awarded nationwide. Included in Duryea's and Johnson's scholarship package are internships with the Department of Defense.
 
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Celebrating Commencement

After years of hard work and dedication, Capitol College graduates walked across the stage on May 16, 2009 at Capitol's 82nd Commencement ceremony. Our graduates received their various degrees and honors in front of a large crowd filled with family, friends, and members of the Capitol community. Notable speakers included former United States Air Force pilot and NASA astronaut, Colonel Paul S. Lockhart, who spoke to graduates about the importance of life decisions; Dean Helen Barker, who presented William P. Littleton, Jr. with the Marilyn and Seymour Levenson Memorial Award; and Melody Ford, Douglas Daniels, and Christopher T. Blegan, who presented the senior class gift. Graduates who want to remember this important day in their lives are invited to utilize several commemorative keepsake options the college offers.
 
georgeGraduates' Reception
A record number of new graduates attended this year's Graduates' Reception on May 15, 2009 in the atrium of the McGowan Academic Center. A Mardi Gras theme, complete with spicy Cajun-inspired food, encouraged many party-goers to wear festive masks and their brightest colors in celebration of the impending graduation ceremony the following morning. Many graduate students greeted staff and faculty face-to-face for the first time, after completing their degree online. A special thanks from the Capitol community to everyone who participated!
 
Alumni Discount
For a limited time, Capitol is offering a 15% tuition discount for all alumni who want to earn a master's degree. Students are eligible for only one tuition discount at a time and must begin classes during the summer 2009, fall 2009, or spring 2010 semesters. Discount applies to the first master's degree only. Registration for summer and fall semesters is underway. Summer term II graduate classes begin June 29, 2009 and fall 2009 classes begin August 31, 2009. View course schedules or contact Graduate Admissions for more information.

Retirement Planning Today�
It takes more than money to live a "rich life." Starting May 28, 2009 Capitol College's Innovation and Leadership Institute is hosting Retirement Planning Today�, an educational course specifically geared towards ages 50-70 that will teach you how to avoid the biggest retirement planning mistakes and get you on a solid path to retirement. Visit the Capitol College website to learn more.
 
DojoSec Monthly Briefings on Campus
Capitol College, in conjunction with Sun Tzu Data, LLC, will host DojoSec Monthly Briefings, a series of monthly events focusing on information security topics. The series will be held monthly in the Avrum Gudelsky Memorial Auditorium from 6 p.m. to 9:30 p.m., featuring new speakers and topics each month. All students, faculty and staff are invited to attend. An entry fee of $1 is required, waived for current undergraduates. Please RSVP to Ken Crockett, and visit the DoJoSec website to learn more about speakers and upcoming event dates.

Issue: 4
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In This Issue
E-Newsletter Named!
Golf Tournament
Virtual Open House
DoD Scholarships
Commencement 2009
Graduates' Reception
Alumni Discount
Retirement Planning
DojoSec Monthly Briefings

Dr. W. Vic Maconachy, vice president for academic affairs and CAO, and students Peter Starland and Jennifer Duryea,
 
will present "An Analysis of the State of Cyber Security Education in America" in Seattle, Wa. on June 2, 2009.


Associate Professor Andrew Mehri
will represent Capitol College at the Cyber Games Workshop in Charlotte, NC from June 14-19.


Tune in to WOL1450 AM on May 30, 2009 to hear Director of Admissions George Walls speak about how Capitol College is involved in the world of STEM education.

Office of Marketing and Communications
Capitol College
The mission of Capitol College is to provide practical education in engineering,
computer science, information technology and business that prepares individuals for
professional careers and affords them the opportunity to thrive in a changing world.