Immaculata University News Releases

The College of LifeLong Learning at Immaculata University will hold an open house for working adults on Tuesday, April 20, from 6:00-7:30 p.m. in the Great Hall on the university’s campus. Learn about our adult education in traditional semester and accelerated degree completion formats and our online programs.
Participants will enjoy light refreshments and share valuable information with department advisors. They will also have the opportunity to meet staff and administrators, learn about financial aid opportunities, and obtain information regarding Credit for Prior Learning and CLEP examinations. Counselors will be available to talk with students who wish to bring their transcripts.
The College of LifeLong Learning offers several associate and bachelor degree programs as well as certification and certificate programs. Anyone wishing further information please contact the College of LifeLong Learning at 610-647-4400, ext. 3238 or email at cll@immaculata.edu.
Immaculata University, a Catholic, coeducational institution, is located 20 miles west of Philadelphia, south of the intersection of 30 and 352, between Paoli and Exton.

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3/4/10

Cathy L. Dernoncourt of Wynnewood, PA, was named director of Alumni Relations at Immaculata University. In this position, Ms. Dernoncourt will serve the needs of the 12,000 alumni of the university. In addition, she will oversee the Alumni Board of Governors, the alumni chapters, help coordinate special alumni events, and manage the new alumni web site.
Prior to coming to Immaculata, Ms. Dernoncourt was director of Advancement at The American College, in Bryn Mawr, PA. As associate vice president for Alumni Relations at Drexel University for four years, she increased overall alumni participation, enhanced online services for alums, initiated programming to engage young alumni, created communication outreach programs for global alumni, and collaborated with academic and non-academic departments to deepen alumni affinity.
For fifteen years, Ms. Dernoncourt worked at Boston College Law School serving as director of Alumni Relations before becoming the associate director of Major Gifts.
Ms. Dernoncourt began her career at the University of Tennessee, Health Science Center in Memphis, TN. During her twelve years there, she served in a variety of positions including assistant director of Alumni Relations.
Earning a Bachelor of Arts in Journalism from the University of Mississippi, Ms. Dernoncourt currently holds memberships in several professional organizations including CASE.
“The Alumni Association of Immaculata University is a vibrant organization that has the strength and support of dedicated alumni both regionally and nationally. I am delighted to have been asked to join the university advancement team at a time when new outreach initiatives are being supported wholeheartedly by the entire university community,” she said.

Immaculata University is a Catholic, coeducational institution located 20 miles west of Philadelphia, south of the intersection of routes 30 and 352, between Paoli and Exton.
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On Saturday, April 17, the College of Undergraduate Studies at Immaculata University is holding an “Immaculata Day,” an open house for men and women who will enter in fall 2010 and for students wishing to transfer. The Open House begins with check-in at 9:00 a.m. in the Rotunda of Villa Maria Hall. Prospective men and women will have the opportunity to meet with Immaculata faculty and administration, speak with Immaculata students about the “Immaculata experience,” and tour campus facilities.
Information will be presented concerning admission, academic majors, social and student life, athletic and co-curricular activities, financial aid, and scholarships. Light refreshments will also be available.
Anyone wishing additional information and reservations for Immaculata Day should contact the College of Undergraduate Studies Office of Admissions at 610-647-4400, ext. 3060, email the University at admiss@immaculata.edu, or register online at www.immaculata.edu/admissions/visit.
Immaculata University, a Catholic, coeducational institution, is located 20 miles west of Philadelphia, south of the intersection of routes 30 and 352, between Paoli and Exton.

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3/4/10

Dr. William Carr, a resident of Malvern, PA, and Steinway Artist/ Professor of Music at Immaculata University, will perform at the faculty piano recital on Friday, March 19, at 7:30 p.m. in Memorial Hall on the University’s campus.
Dr. Carr received degrees in piano performance from Temple University. He continued his studies under the world renowned Adele Marcus at the Julliard School in the Graduate Professional Studies Program. He received his Doctor of Musical Arts Degree in piano performance from The Catholic University of America. He earned post-doctoral performance certificates from the Munich Conservatory in Chamber Music and from the Liszt Weimar Conservatory through studies with concert pianist Paul Badura-Skoda in Germany and Austria. In 2005, he was named a Steinway Artists. To be included on the worldwide Steinway Artist Roster is reserved for those who are recognized by Steinway & Sons as being at the top of their field. Dr. Carr also holds a Master’s Degree in International Relations/International Business from The Wharton School at the University of Pennsylvania. He was the first recipient of the Lindback Distinguished Teaching Award at Immaculata University.
Immaculata University, a Catholic, coeducational institution, is located 20 miles west of Philadelphia, south of the intersection of routes 30 and 352, between Paoli and Exton.

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3/5/10

The inspiring story of the underdog women’s basketball team from Immaculata College who won the first women’s national basketball championship has been turned into a feature-length film called “The Mighty Macs.” The film will be featured at the 15th Annual International Family Film Festival in Hollywood, CA, on Friday, March 12. The theme for this year’s festival is Family Stories are Timeless and that is certainly true of the story of the Mighty Macs.
The movie features an all-star cast including Carla Gugino (Entourage, Night at the Museum, Spy Kids) as former Immaculata women’s basketball coach Cathy Rush. Marley Shelton (Sugar and Spice, Grindhouse) and David Boreanaz (Angel and Bones) also are featured in the film. Tony and Academy Award winner Ellen Burstyn will play the Mother Superior of Immaculata College. Other members of the cast include Phyllis Somerville (Little Children) and Malachy McCourt (Oz, The Devil’s Own).
The movie follows the struggles of the Immaculata University women’s college basketball team and how Head Coach Cathy Rush, while overcoming numerous obstacles, led the team to victory. This heroic story highlights the accomplishments of a young woman who took a group of girls and taught them to believe.
The International Family Film Festival (IFFF) was created in 1993 to educate, cultivate, and elevate the family film genre by advocating and encouraging the creation and sharing of family films and screenplays through film exhibition, panels, networking and screenplay readings. This year IFFF chose films from a record number of submissions representing 23 countries, 24 states and 29 film schools.
The screening will take place at the Chaplin Building Theater at Raleigh Studios. Tim Chambers, writer and director of “The Mighty Macs” film, is scheduled to be in attendance at the screening along with other representatives of Immaculata University.
Immaculata University, a Catholic coeducational institution, is located 20 miles west of Philadelphia, south of the intersection of routes 30 and 352, between Paoli and Exton.

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3/4/10

The vast field of communication demands trained professionals who are able to apply their knowledge in a fast-paced working environment. To address this demand, Immaculata University will begin offering a 36-credit Master of Arts degree in Public Relations for the Fall 2010 semester.
Professionals already working in the field and those preparing for a career will benefit from an advanced degree that enables them to develop practical skills in writing, represent organizational image, respond to crisis, and apply public relations theory needed and desired in all organizational relationships. This program enables students to explore various aspects of public relations including local, governmental or global applications. Techniques of self-evaluation help strengthen the student’s ability to adapt and grow in changing climates, responsive to the continuously evolving discipline of public relations.
The Public Relations curriculum plan is based on nine credits in the general core, six courses in the public relations concentration, six credits dedicated to the capstone experience, and several opportunities for various industry-related electives. Topics covered in the major include Communication Theory in Practice, Issues in Public Relations, Public Relations Writing, Media Relations, Crisis Communication, and Community, Government, and Global Relations.
“The graduate program in Public Relations offers a rich theoretical framework for professionals seeking an expertise in the image enhancement of the corporate, institutional, or individual clients that they represent. Students of this program will learn the ethical skills needed to advance in the public relations industry,” commented Stacy Price, program director of the Public Relations major.
In addition to the new Master of Arts in Public Relations, Immaculata University offers six other Master of Arts degrees in Educational Leadership, Music Therapy, Organization Leadership, Counseling Psychology, Nutrition Education, and Cultural and Linguistic Diversity. Also available is a Master of Science in Nursing degree.
Immaculata University, a Catholic, coeducational institution, is located 20 miles west of Philadelphia, south of the intersection of routes 30 and 352, between Paoli and Exton.

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12.16.09

The College of Graduate Studies of Immaculata University will hold an open house on Wednesday, March 17, in the Great Hall on the University’s campus, from 5:30 to 7:00 p.m. The open house will provide attendees with the opportunity to meet faculty, staff, and students, and learn about Immaculata’s graduate programs. Anyone wishing further information and reservations may call the College of Graduate Studies at 610-647-4400, ext. 3223.
The College of Graduate Studies of Immaculata University offers a Doctor of Psychology in clinical psychology (APA accredited) and a Doctor of Education in educational leadership and administration. Master’s programs include degrees in cultural and linguistic diversity, counseling psychology, educational leadership, music therapy, nursing, nutrition education, organizational effectiveness, and public relations.
Immaculata University, a Catholic, coeducational institution, is located 20 miles west of Philadelphia, south of the intersection of routes 30 and 352, between Paoli and Exton.

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2/25/10

Dr. William Carr, a resident of Malvern, PA., and a Steinway Artist/Professor of Music at Immaculata University, will present a master class on Saturday, March 6, 2010, at Jacobs Music of Philadelphia.
The program will include student performances of Dennis Alexander’s Rapsodia Espanola, Frederic Chopin’s Fantasie Impromptu C# Minor, and Franz Liszt’s Paganini Etude No. 6 in A Minor. The students Dr. Carr will critique include: Clair Wu (student of Elvira Kipnis), May Yuan (student of Bing Santacruz), and Gregory Di Bona (student of Veronica Tapsonyi).
Dr. Carr received degrees in piano performance from Temple University. He continued his studies under the world renowned Adele Marcus at the Julliard School in the Graduate Professional Studies Program. He received his Doctoral of Musical Arts Degree in piano performance from The Catholic University of America. He earned post-doctoral performance certificates from the Munich Conservatory in Chamber Music and from the Listzt Weimer Conservatory through studies with concert pianist Paul Badura-Skoda in Germany and Austria. Dr. Carr also holds a master’s degree in International Relations/International Business from the Wharton School at the University of Pennsylvania. He was the first recipient of the Lindback Distinguished Teaching Award at Immaculata University.
Immaculata University is a Catholic; comprehensive, coeducational institution located 20 miles west of Philadelphia, between Paoli and Exton, south of the intersection of routes 30 and 352.
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(2.22.10)

Adapted by Len Jenkin from the novels of Beverly Cleary, Ramona Quimby will be presented by the Cue and Curtain Children’s Theatre of Immaculata University. Performances are Wednesday, March 24 through Friday, March 26 at 10:30 a.m. with reserved seating and Saturday, March 27 and Sunday, March 28 at 2:00 p.m. with open seating in Alumnae Hall Theater on the University’s campus.
Unpredictable, frustrating, rowdy yet lovable… Ramona Quimby continuously aggravates her older sister, Beezus, and always “gets into trouble” because she likes to “make a big, noisy fuss” when things don’t go her way! As narrator, Beezus introduces the Quimby family and friends and sets the scene for Ramona’s chaotic course through both third grade and her family relationships.
Performers for the play:
Immaculata University Student Character

Brianne Giovagnoli ’12 of Prospect Park, PA Ramona Quimby
Amanda Livich ‘10 of Ocean Gate, NJ Beezus
Lauren McCauley ’11of Downingtown, PA Mrs. Quimby
Steve Rodolico ’12 of Clifton Heights, PA Mr. Quimby
Gabriella Ptasinski ’10 of East Rutherford, NJ Aunt Bea
Julie Pusey ’10 of Georgetown, DE Mrs. Kemp
Mathew Hoffmann ’10 of Downingtown, PA Hobart Kemp
Mike Holland ’11 of Falls Church, VA Howie Kemp
Amanda Morrell ’11 of Augusta, GA Mrs. Griggs
Dara Himes ’13 of Leesport, PA Susan
Sam Rhubart ’10 of Millville, NJ Selma
Kira Stead ’12 of Parsippany NJ Tammy
Joe Kroos ’10 of Drexel Hill, PA Old Man
Ted Chaney-Miadzinian ’10 of Upper Darby, PA Mr. Frost
Molly Margeson ’13 of Lancaster, PA Minister
Katie Bryson ’12 of Norristown PA Doctor
Haley Strowhouer ’13 of Wilmington, DE Director
Alison Conlin ’11 of Hazleton, PA Girl Scout Leader
Amber O’Donnell ’13 of Greenwood, DE Camera Operator
Andrea Leach ’10 of Brookhaven, PA Mother in Commercials
Ana Heim ’11 of Myerstown, PA Child in Commercials
Courtney Serpone ’12 of E. Hanover, NJ Sponsor
Marissa Julian ’13 of Newark, DE Singing Whopperburger Girl
Diana West ’13 of Bridgeville, DE Whopperburger Hostess
Erica Maitland ’13 of Pittsgrove, NJ Cast Extras
Kristen Schorn ’13 of West Chester, PA
Brenda Washington ’13 of Sharon Hill, PA

Tickets are $10.00 for adults, $7.00 for children and students, and $5.00 for senior citizens over 65. Group rates of 10 or more are available. For more information and reservations, contact Sister Marcille McEntee, IHM, at 610-647- 4400, ext. 3731 or 3022 or email at cctheatre@immaculata.edu.
Immaculata University is a Catholic, comprehensive, coeducational institution located 20 miles west of Philadelphia, between Paoli and Exton, south of the intersection of routes 30 and 352.

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(2.22.10)

The 27th Annual Immaculata University Art Show will be held from Saturday, May 8, through Sunday, May 16, in Alumnae Hall. The Preview Party takes place on Friday, May 7, from 7:00 to 10:00 p.m. Each year, the Art Show features original works by regional, national, and international juried artists. This year’s show will present approximately 175 artists’ works, which will be available for purchase and on display in Alumnae Hall on the university’s campus. Among the exhibiting artists will be 45 new artists to the Immaculata Show and 18 fine art photographers. All proceeds of this event benefit Immaculata University’s scholarship fund.
The 2010 Featured Artist is Lionville, PA, resident Dane Tilghman. His art works of African American musicians, baseball players, and Americana stems from his love of the history of these subjects.
Admission to the ticketed Preview Party on May 7 is $75 per person. The general public is invited to view the show for free from Saturday, May 8, through Sunday, May 16. Hours are 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Monday through Thursday and on Saturdays, and 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. on Friday, May 14. The Art Show is open on Sundays, May 9 and 16, from Noon to 5:00 p.m. For more information on the 27th Annual Immaculata University Art Show or to order tickets for the Preview Party, contact 610-647-4400, ext. 3122 or email at ppanarella@immaculata.edu. Additional information may be found at www.immaculata.edu/artshow.
Sponsors for this year’s show include Fox Rothchild, HSB Builders and Construction Managers, Horizon Services, Barnes & Noble, The Print Shop, Trion, Aramark, Clay’s Creative Corner Bakery, Cornucopia Catering, Inc., Framers Market Gallery, Gourmet Buffets, John Serock Catering, Ludwig’s Village Market & Catering, Private Affairs Catering, Ship Inn, and Victory Brewing Company.
Immaculata University, a Catholic, comprehensive coeducational institution, is located 20 miles west of Philadelphia, south of the intersection of routes 30 and 352.

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02.15.2010