A Newsletter for the Alumni, Parents, and Friends
of Immaculata University
June 1, 2014
A Note from the Office of Alumni Relations

***BREAKING NEWS***

 

Due to a severe storm that passed through Chester County on May 22nd, parts of the University's telephone system are temporarily out of service. We are working to get the campus systems up and running as quickly as possible. We appreciate your patience as we continue to resolve this issue.  

Immaculata University celebrated the accomplishments of the Class of 2014 on Sunday, May 18. You can view the ceremony in its entirety online here: 

 

 

You can also view the 2014 Commencement Highlights here:

 

      

During Commencement, the 2014 Lindback Distinguished Teaching Award  was presented to Barbara Gallagher, M.Ed., an assistant professor in the Department of Human Movement Sciences. This award is given annually to a faculty member who demonstrates excellence in teaching. Congratulations Barbara. Read more 

 

Many Alumni Reunion Weekend photos have been posted. However, many more are coming!  Stay tuned and enjoy what has been posted thus far on our social media sites, Facebook and google+

 

Speaking of Alumni Reunion Weekend, mark your calendar to save the dates of April 24-26, 2015 for another memorable weekend.    

 

Step Up to the Challenge

Time is running out to be part of the Challenge! Our Be Mighty Challenge ends on June 30. Help us increase the support that our students receive from Alumni, Parents and Friends of Immaculata University! 

 

Make your gift today to be part of the Challenge!  

Make your gift now!  

 

Share Your News with Immaculata

New job? New baby? Exciting vacation?  It's news to us!

We, and your classmates, want to hear about your achievements and milestones in your career, your family, and in your community. Use this form to share your news in the next issue of the Immaculata Magazine: Alumni Information Update   

 

The deadline to submit class notes for the  

Immaculata Magazine is June 15.   

A Memorial Day Reflection
This past week, our nation celebrated Memorial Day; a federal holiday for remembering the men and women who have died while serving in the United States Armed Forces. John C. Church Jr. is a colonel in the Marine Corps Reserve and an assistant professor in the English/Communication Department at Immaculata University. He recently shared the post "Memorial Day: What It Is And Is Not About" with the Immaculata community; you can read more here.   
Immaculata University Down the Shore - July 12

Are you headed to the shore this summer? We are! Plan to join alumni and friends for the fourth annual "Immaculata University Down the Shore" event on Saturday, July 12 at the La Costa Lounge and Deck Bar in Sea Isle City, NJ.  

 

A special rate at the La Costa Motel is available for Immaculata Alumni, and the two-night minimum stay requirement will be waived. Get your tickets now, and we'll see you "Down the Shore!"   



Around Campus

 

A presentation and panel discussion will be held on Wednesday, June 11. RSVP is required by June 6. Read more 

 

Open House June 14

Do you know a prospective student?  Spread the word that Immaculata University has a long tradition of excellence. Register for our undergraduate open house on June 14 and see why!   

 

IU Offers Two New Endorsement Programs

Beginning July 2014, the College of Graduate Studies at Immaculata will offer two fully online Endorsement Programs for teachers that are approved by the Pennsylvania Department of Education:  Instructional Coaching and Mathematics Coaching.  Read more about this program here. 

 

M.A. Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling with School Counseling Certification

Expanding upon its stellar reputation in Graduate Psychology, Immaculata University is now offering a 72-credit Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling with certification in School Counseling for grades PreK-12 starting July 1. For further information, click here.  

 

Baseball Team Earns CSAC 3-D Award

The Colonial States Athletic Conference (CSAC) released the 3-D Award recipients for the 2014 spring sports and the Immaculata baseball team claimed the honor for the first time in program history. The 3-D Award honors the teams from each sport that best exmplified the NCAA Division III principles of "Discover, Develop, Dedicate." Read more about this distinguished honor here. 

 

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Immaculata Trivia
Did You Know...
The Immaculata Alumnae Association was formed on June 1, 1925. That first graduating class, thirteen in number, became the first alumnae in the association.
Mighty Mac Trivia 
The Immaculata University Alumni Association is made up of General, Associate, and Honorary Members, and is governed by a Board of Governors.

How many elected delegates currently serve on the Immaculata University Alumni Association Board of Governors?

Send us an email with your answer!

Replies will be entered into a monthly drawing for a prize; don't forget to include your contact information!
And the Answer is...
In the last edition of "Highlights from the Hill" we asked the following: 

In what year did Villa Maria College officially change to Immaculata College?

The Answer:
1929
Congratulations!
Congratulations to Dara Himes '13, winner of the May Newsletter Trivia Contest! Many thanks to all who participated.
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