Welcome back Huskies

I am pleased to welcome you back for 2012-2013, a year I am certain will be productive for each of us at Bloomsburg University. At the end of this fall’s welcome video, I call this university “A great place to be you.” To me, these words define the essence of Bloomsburg University as an exceptional work environment and an outstanding institution for learning and getting involved. It is a place where each member of the community aspires to excellence while demonstrating the highest personal and professional standards.

As we begin a new academic year together, I thank you for your contributions to our safe and welcoming campus, your dedication to educational excellence, your continued support of student success and your ongoing commitment to an atmosphere where diverse ideas are exchanged, valued and respected. I look forward to more initiatives in the year ahead, brought to life through the collaboration and teamwork which characterize Bloomsburg University. Please accept my sincere thanks for all that you do and my best wishes for a productive and fulfilling year ahead.

— David L. Soltz, President

Unleash your Inner Husky!

It started with All Eyes on the Quad on Thursday, Sept. 6, when students, faculty and staff gathered on the Academic Quad for a high-energy launch of Unleash your Inner Husky showcasing the Husky Pride that runs through the university community.

It’s the spirit that shows why Bloomsburg University really is a great place to be you.

What is your inner Husky?

Your inner Husky is pride in BU and your drive to excel and achieve. It’s challenging yourself to explore all possibilities. And it’s personal, told through the life stories of individuals such as Maddy Rodriguez, Scott Inch, Brian Johnson and Ashley Wallace who believe BU’s education and support enriched their personal and professional lives.

All Eyes on the Quad was just the beginning. Tell us: how do you Unleash Your Inner Husky?

And the winners of Husky Pride Day II are …

First place: Admissions; Second place: BU Foundation; Third place: Student Affairs.

Don’t forget to show your Husky Pride all weekend long with the men’s soccer on Friday, Sept. 7 against Pitt-Johnstown at 7 p.m., and then with the field hockey on Saturday, Sept. 6, facing Seton Hill at 1 p.m. along with the football team hosting Edinboro at 1 p.m. with free admission for all to the football game.

BU reacts to Middle East violence

WNEP News visited campus Thursday, Sept. 13, to get reaction from BU's political science program on the recent riots in the Middle East. Peter Doerschler, assistant professor, and several political science majors were among those giving WNEP their take on the uprisings.

Bucknell biologist visits BU to discuss research

BU's College of Science and Technology will present a seminar, "Whiteout: Understanding How and Why White-nose Syndrome Kills Bats" by DeeAnn Reeder, Ph.D., associate professor of biology at Bucknell University, on Friday, Sept. 28, from 3 to 4 p.m. in Hartline Science Center G38. Refreshments will be provided by the Biology Club.

Reeder's bat expertise has attracted media attention. She has become one of the leading researchers on white-nose syndrome, a disease that has been causing massive die-offs of bats in North America since 2006. First discovered in New York, the disease appears to be caused by a fungus that infects bats while they are hibernating in caves.

Student leaders and Town police working together

Leo Sokoloski, Town of Bloomsburg police chief, recently invited student leaders to discuss student involvement in the town and how to continue to better relationships over the coming year. Representatives included the Community Government Association, Residence Life, Off Campus Housing, Dean of Student Office, Multicultural Center and Greek Life. Student participants were Brigid Sullivan, Marcus Fuller, Lauren Neer, Ashley Wallace, Marcus Bruce, Billy Stumpf, Christina Hingston, Tom Kelly, Danial Haverstock, Luke Betley, Michele Kurtz, Stacey Green, Andy Bradfield and Derek Croissette.

Gender Studies film series features ‘The Whistleblower’

The foreign film series sponsored by BU's Gender Studies minor continues with “The Whistleblower” Thursday, Sept. 27, at 7 p.m. in McCormick Center 2303. The six-film series, which will run through November, will focus on women’s lives abroad and cover a wide range of issues. The series is meant to show women’s perspectives of the positive and negative situations they encounter, including violence, unhappiness and sex trafficking.

While gender issues are the obvious focus of the series, Ferdâ Asya, associate English professor and director of the Gender Studies minor stressed that these films appeal to an array of interests. She said each picture will be introduced and the context of the movie will be explained.

"The Whistleblower," featuring Rachel Weisz, follows a Nebraska police officer Kathryn Bolkovac who accepts a U.N. peacekeeper position in post-war Bosnia and then discovers a deadly sex trafficking ring. The series is free and open to the public.

Let’s show off and show out

A collection of Greek Life brothers and sisters will be hosting a Show Off Stoll Exhibition on Friday, Sept. 28, at 5 p.m. in the Scranton Commons Amphitheater and then a Show Out Unity Party on Saturday, Sept. 29, from 10 p.m. to 2 a.m. in the Kehr Union Building. The stroll is open free to everyone. The party is free to BU student and non-students will be $10 at the door. All attendees must have valid IDs and submit to a security search. No Bottles, cans, backpacks, large bags, beverages, food, weapons, laser pointers, fireworks, or tobacco allowed. All patrons and their belongings are subject to search, including passing through a metal detector. Contact Gretchen Osterman at (570) 389-4997 for more information.

PPL pledges its annual support for Celebrity Artist Series

PPL Regional Community Relations Director Teri MacBride (center) presents a check for PPL’s continued support of BU’s Celebrity Artist Series to President David Soltz (left) and Director of Performing Arts Facilities and Programming Randall Presswood. PPL has supported the series since the inception of the sponsorship program 25 years ago.

Celebrity Artist Series is celebrating its 27th season featuring Broadway comedy, Grammy Award winning music and renowned high energy dance, along with a distinguished circus troupe, award winning folk duo and a quirky Vaudeville-inspired show.

Ranked among the best companies for customer service in the U.S., PPL delivers electricity to about 1.4 million customers in 29 counties in central and eastern Pennsylvania. PPL employs nearly 2,300 people and maintain 50,000 miles of power lines — enough to circle the globe twice.

Create the fear of Haunted Husky Hollow

There will be a meeting on Wednesday, Sept. 26 at 9:15 p.m. in KUB Multipurpose 345B for all students interested in participating this year’s Haunted Husky Hollow, an annual Halloween activity through Quest woods on upper campus. Students can get involved by being characters in the woods, make-up artists, tour guides, decorations and set-up crew, concessions staff, activity booth staff for community kids, registration staff or general event staff.

Admission is free and open to the campus community and beyond for Haunted Husky Hollow, but donations will be accepted to benefit the Trick or Treat for UNICEF service project. Haunted Husky Hollow will be on Thursday, Oct. 25, and Friday, Oct. 26, from 7 to 10 p.m. at the Quest woods. Contact gkinzel@bloomu.edu for more information.

Reading Series presents Lott’s ‘Bad Writing’

What makes a piece of writing good or bad? The documentary “Bad Writing” by filmmaker Vernon Lott seeks to answer that question. The film will be shown as part of BU Big Dog Reading Series on Tuesday, Sept. 25, at 7 p.m. in Hartline Science Center, Kuster Auditorium. This event is free and open to the public.

The film features Lott, a former creative writing major, who travels around the country interviewing well-known authors Margaret Atwood, George Saunders, Lee Gutkind, Nick Flynn, Aimee Bender, Steve Almond and David Sedaris. The Big Dog Reading Series is sponsored by BU’s College of Liberal Arts. Contact Claire Lawrence, professor of English, for more information.

First-ever media summit coming to campus

BUnow, with support from PASSHE, PSECU, and The College of Liberal Arts, will be hosting the first PASSHE Collegiate Media Summit on Saturday, Sept. 22, and Sunday, Sept. 23. This two-day event will feature numerous professionals in the fields of public relations, telecommunications, journalism, and technology — such as Andy Mehalshick, investigative reporter from WBRE and Sree Sreenivasion, chief digital officer at Columbia University, who will be speaking on current issues and developments in media.

The conference is open free to all BU students, no just mass communications majors. Come and network with renowned professionals who have tons of experience that any college student can learn from. Registration for the event is required. Register here!

Student researchers to showcase work

Three students from the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry will give presentations on Friday, Sept. 21, at 3:15 p.m. in Hartline G42. Each presentation will cover the individual research they conducted over the summer. The campus community is invited to research presentations.

• Franklin Rodemer — presenting, “Influence of the Oneida #3 Acid Mine Drainage and Passive Limestone Treatment System on Little Tomhicken Creek in Luzerne County PA – Department Summer Research.” His research sponsor: Chemistry and Biochemistry Dept. Summer Scholars Program.
• Gene Tunney — presenting, A”nalysis of Gun Shot Residue using a Handheld X-ray fluorescence spectrometer (XRF).” His research sponsor: Chemistry and Biochemistry Dept. Summer Scholars Program.
• Jacob Powell — presenting, “Determination of the Equivalent Conductance of Lanthanum Chloride Solutions at 25, 50 and 75 °C and 0.7 MPa.” His research sponsor: URSCA.

Anthropology major takes on THIS

Gabrielle Vielhauer, a junior anthropology major, is working for the Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission as part of a 15-week internship sponsored by PASSHE. She is one of 15 students participating in The Harrisburg Internship Semester (THIS) program, which provides students the opportunity to work in all areas of state government while earning a full semester’s worth of credits. THIS invites students from each of the 14 PASSHE universities to participate. Vielhauer will attend several academic seminars during the internship and will complete an individualized research project as part of the program’s requirements.

500 donors needed to starve the vampires!

Greek Life has issued a challenge to the BU community for the upcoming two-day campus blood drive on Tuesday, Sept. 18, and Wednesday, Sept. 19, in the KUB Ballroom. Both drives will be held from 1 to 7 p.m. and are sponsored by Greek Life. Join the challenge! Feel free to register early with the American Red Cross at www.redcrossblood.org or simply register on-site at the drive. Nearly 70 units of blood were collected during BU’s last campus blood drive, equating to roughly 204 lives saved. In addition, 24 first-time donors were drawn to the July 31 drive. More than 675 units of blood and 2,000 lives have been saved through BU campus blood drives so far this year!

A day dedicated to the U.S. Constitution

BU will observe Constitution Day from 11 a.m. to 3:15 p.m. on Tuesday, Sept. 18, with events to include a tour of the Columbia County Courthouse, departing from Carver Hall at 11 a.m.; an audience-participation quiz on the Constitution at 2 p.m. in KUB Multi-B; and showing of the HBO film, “Recount,” at 11 a.m. and 1:45 p.m. in KUB 345B. Voter registration may be completed adjacent to KUB’s information desk. Free copies of the Constitution will be available. Tours of the Columbia County Prison will be offered Monday and Tuesday, Sept. 17 and 18. Contact SOLVE at (570) 389-4788 for more details. BU’s Constitution Day is sponsored by The American Democracy Project.

Unlock your personal brand

Motivational speaker, Jung Park, will present, “Finding Your North Star” on Wednesday, Sept. 19, at 7 p.m. in the Multicultural Center. Park will discuss how you can find your passion destiny, purpose identify and calling. He will also cover how a person can use identity and passion to find success. Park, a business owner and professional speaker, helps individuals discover their personal brand to help them succeed at their goals.

In a world that tells them to be richer, better looking and more popular, it’s no surprise that some college students feel anxious from the moment they step on campus. Expecting to find clarity from their four or five years spent at college, they feel even more anxiety as graduation approaches. They feel as though they should know where they’re headed, but many have no clear sense of who they really are or what direction to take in life.

Park’s visit is sponsored by the Office of Multicultural Affairs, where you can contact Madelyn Rodriguez at (570) 389-4510 for more information or with any questions.

So much to do, so little time …

Laser tag, miniature golf and a high ropes zip-line highlight a jam-packed Parents' and Family Weekend, which kicks off Friday, Sept. 14, with an opportunity for parents to take in the BU classroom experience. Activities — nearly all free of charge — continue through Sunday, Sept. 16, ending with a campus movie, The Avengers, shown in the KUB Hideaway.

Other highlighted activities include Midnight Came Early on the Academic Quad, featuring bingo, free pizza, inflatable laser tag and obstacle course, and live 60s and 70s music performed by Joyous. Celebrity Artist Series kicks off its 26th season with Squirm Burpee, presented by The Handsome Little Devils, along with several Huskies sporting events with free admission — men’s and women’s soccer, field hockey, tennis and football.

New this year, included with your dinner reservation, complimentary appetizers will be provided from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. in the Monty's Assembly Room where you will have the opportunity to mix and mingle with university administrators.

Dance Ensemble is ready … how about you?

Auditions for the Dance Ensemble will be starting on Monday, Sept. 17 in the Centennial Hall gymnasium. If interested, you must attend the general meeting this coming Sunday, Sept. 16 at 7 p.m., Centennial 140 with a pen and paper. More than 10 unique styles of dance, including advanced hip-hop, ballet and country, available!

Protestant worship service featuring Gospel Choir, FOCUS youth pastor

BU’s Protestant Campus Ministry is hosting a Protestant worship service along with the BU Gospel Choir and Martin J. Harris, Sr., of the FOCUS Young Adult Ministry at Bethel Deliverance International Church. The service will be held on Sunday, Sept. 16, at 11 a.m. in the KUB Multipurpose Room as part the Parents’ and Family Weekend festivities. A continental breakfast will be served at 10:30 a.m. The service is co-sponsored by Minority Affairs in Residence Life and the Protestant Campus Ministry. Contact Maggie Gillespie at (570) 389-4950 for more information.

Health Physics gets endorsement from PPL

PPL Regional Community Relations Director Teri MacBride (center) presents a check for PPL’s support of BU’s health physics program to David Simpson (right), associate professor of physics and engineering technology and coordinator of the health physics program, and President David Soltz. PPL’s financial support is just one of several collaborative efforts between the corporation and BU’s health physics undergraduate program and its students.

BU offers the only baccalaureate degree program in health physics in Pennsylvania. There are few health physics graduates and yet the demand for them is great — in hospitals, in nuclear power plants, in homeland security and in environmental protection. Many BU health physics graduates have gone on to obtain masters and doctoral degrees.

Adding up to a great end to the summer

Nearly 200 elementary students spent a week at the end of the summer exploring math in various ways from group activities to one-on-one mentoring at BU’s annual Math Camp, sponsored by the Department of Exceptionalities. Nearly 30 BU education students were teachers for campers ranging from pre-K through eighth grade.

Among the activities included a water-balloon activity, sidewalk art, bouncing ball race, Hopscotch and a classroom store activity. BU has hosted the math camp in cooperation with the local community since 1997.

FMA named among the best in nation

BU’s Student Financial Management Association received a superior chapter award for 2011-12 academic year — for the seventh consecutive year. Past presidents who continue to stay involved with the student organization include Tim Harris, Lee Herbert, and Cory Hardy, among others. Past and present faculty co-advisors include Todd Shawver and Jonathan Ohn, who work closely with students and industry practitioners in organizing chapter's guest lectures and industry visits, and the support of the dean's office. As indicated in the award notice, this is a much-coveted award earned by less than five percent of all organizations in the nation.

Year-long research reaches international stage

Kimberly Bollinger, a recent graduate of BU’s masters of education program, presented her collaborative research on, “Evidence Based Practices in Special Education,” this past summer at the the Division of International Special Education for the Council of Exceptional Children Roundtable held at the Innisfree International College and Conference Center in Sligo Ireland. The research — done in support by Brooke Kodish, graduate student, and Barbara Yingling Wert, associate professor of Exceptionality Programs, was accepted to this peer reviewed event along with approximately 60 other global participants.

Bollinger was a student in Wert’s Research Methods course, as well as her graduate assistant for the year prior to the roundtable. Attendees and presenters shared research projects from a variety of nations including South Africa, United Kingdom, Belgium, Israel, Palestine, the Netherlands, Spain, Brazil, and the United States. PASSHE was represented by participants from Clarion, IUP, West Chester, and BU along with other U.S. participants from universities in California, Utah, and Texas.

Hawks for Heroes returns for another successful clip

Kappa Sigma fraternity will hold its annual Hawks for Heroes event on Friday, Sept. 14, from 10:30 a.m. to 7 p.m. on the Lycoming Hall lawn to benefit the Fisher House Foundation. The brothers will be accepting donations for a free haircut, Mohawk, shaves, buzz cut … you name it. There will also be DJ music for entertainment.

The Fisher House Foundation is a private-public partnership aiding the American military personnel when they need it the most. The Fisher House uses donations toward building “comfort homes” at VA hospitals across the country, so families of the wounded and sick veterans can be close to them in their time of need.

Currently, there are more than 40 Fisher Homes dedicated with an estimated $22 million in savings to veteran families. @bu_greek

It's time to elect your student leaders

CGA senate and class officer elections will begin at 12:01 a.m. on Wednesday, Sept. 12, and continue until 11:59 p.m. on Thursday, Sept. 13. If you didn't turn a petition in and still want to run for a position, fill your name in as a write-in vote. If you want others to vote for you, have them put your name in as a write-in as well. There will be a table set up in the lobby of the Kehr Union Building and the Student Services Center on Wednesday and Thursday for students to vote. Everyone who votes at one of those sites will be entered to win a $25 University Store gift card (two will be awarded). Thank you for taking the time to vote!

A good time for an ‘ol Rush Rally Pig Roast

BU fraternities are hosting an open pig roast on Thursday, Sept. 13, from 2 to 4:30 p.m. on the Academic Quad for students interested in learning more about the 12 fraternities on campus. Potential new members will have an opportunity to meet a representative from each of the fraternities, a chance to learn about how Greek Life can add to their BU experience. @bu_greek

Gender Studies film series features ‘Sarah’s Key’

The foreign film series sponsored by BU's Gender Studies minor will kick off with “Sarah’s Key” Thursday, Sept. 13, at 7 p.m. in McCormick Center 2303. The six-film series, which will run through November, will focus on women’s lives abroad and cover a wide range of issues. The series is meant to show women’s perspectives of the positive and negative situations they encounter, including violence, unhappiness and, in the Sept. 27 film, “The Whistleblower,” sex trafficking. While gender issues are the obvious focus of the series, Ferdâ Asya, associate English professor and director of the Gender Studies minor stressed that these films appeal to an array of interests. She said each picture will be introduced and the context of the movie will be explained.

“For example, ‘Sarah’s Key’ deals with the French resistance during World War II, so the film would also appeal to students interested in history or global issues,” Asya explained. “Rather than focus on one problem, we want to show a variety of issues and hope to create dialogue between students.” The series is free and open to the public.

Sweeten-up with Greek Life

Each semester BU fraternities and sororities hold a recruitment process. The sorority recruitment is kicked off by Sweeten-ups sponsored by the Panhellenic Council on Monday, Sept. 10 in the Kehr Union Building at 9 p.m. At that event, potential new members will have a chance to meet the sororities who are participating in the recruitment process and receive information about recruitment events from each participating sorority. Please check out the recruitment schedule for a full listing of fraternity and sorority recruitment events. Questions? Visit Greek Life in KUB 349. @bu_greek

Ex-Nittany Lion says “Don’t Just Play, Win!”

Lee Rubin, author of “Win: Simple Insights to Help You Win the Game of Life,” will speak at 6 p.m., on Tuesday, Sept. 11, in the Multicultural Center. Rubin, a three-year starter and former defensive captain for Penn State, will present “Don’t Just Play, Win!” Rubin received a full athletic scholarship to play football for the Nittany Lions for coach, Joe Paterno, and not only emerged as a three-year starting free safety, he also became a captain of the team. His academic and athletic success has provided a tremendous opportunity to understand and communicate winning strategies and principles.

Rubin has inspired audiences across the country, through keynote addresses, corporate training sessions, student leadership conferences, awards ceremonies and other events, with his powerful, insightful and relatable messages of leadership development and personal growth. Professionally, he has been a HR professional with Fortune 500 companies across a variety of industries for nearly 15 years. The lecture is sponsored by the Office of Multicultural Affairs and is open free to the public.

Your team awaits

Registration for the new fall intramural sports season is underway featuring 3-on-3 basketball, dodgeball, sand volleyball, soccer, softball and two new leagues — field hockey and co-ed flag football. Registration is quick and easy, and can be done online! Participants must register by Tuesday, Sept. 11. Contact Tony Dreckman, director of intramurals, at (570) 389-4885 for more information.

Making a splash for the Special Olympics

Alpha Sigma Alpha is holding a dunk tank fundraiser on Thursday, Sept. 6, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on the Lycoming Hall Lawn, benefitting the Special Olympics. ASA will be selling throws for the dunk tank, koozies and rubber event bracelets and refreshments. All proceeds will go to the S. June Smith Center, which supports children with developmental needs through education, therapeutic services, and family-centered programs. Since 1965, the S. June Smith Center has provided early intervention programs to the meet the needs of infants and preschool children with development delays and disabilities. Dr. S. June Smith was a psychologist who gave many years of dedicated and innovative service to children with special needs in Lancaster County. Because of her, many great programs are available throughout Lancaster County today.

Kappa Delta Rho receives national charter

BU’s Kappa Delta Rho fraternity chapter, Zeta Gamma, recently received its official national charter after completing a nearly two-year provisional period. KDR begins the fall semester with 43 initiated brothers. Founded in 1905, the national organization has more than 25,000 initiated members and 35 active chapters. KDR has developed educated gentlemen who promote human dignity, positive relationships among men, and moral excellence of the highest ideals.

Interested in joining?

Contact Joe Ellis at jre38543@huskies.bloomu.edu.

DAWN brings Arrive Alive Tour to campus

In an effort to decrease driving under the influence and distracted driving, DAWN (Drug Alcohol Wellness Network) is sponsoring an interactive program, as part of the “Arrive Alive Tour,” on Thursday Sept. 6, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., behind the Student Services Center. A driving simulator car will be on campus for participants to get a feel for what it’s like driving impaired and distracted. Folks will also be able to stand around the simulator and participate by watching the drivers experience on a TV monitor.

See how last year's simulation went!

Meet our newest Huskies

One is admittedly opinionated and loves to laugh; the other hails from a small town she says is "interesting ... to say the least." Each of the these bloggers bring a unique collection of talents and personality to this year's freshman class, which recently began the first chapter of its Bloomsburg University experience.

Through their eyes …

Their conversation began nine months ago following their acceptance, then continued through the summer with excitement for orientation, roommate assignments and move-in. Knowing these Huskies, the conversation will remain strong, energetic and colorful for the next four years! See what we mean -->

Renee Santos, simply put … “I Got This”

Stand-Up comedian Renee Santos brings the Los Angeles comedy scene to campus on Saturday, Sept. 8, at 8 p.m. in the KUB Ballroom. Inspired by her real life, Santos exposes every hilarious, messed up detail of her college journey and beyond on her path to becoming a comic — serving up quick and clever tales that grab the heart of the human experience without taking life too seriously.

Open about everything, she riffs on her bad college course decisions due to dyslexia and her transition after college to Los Angeles where everyone looks perfect, to her overcoming a drug habit, learning to accept herself as a lesbian and dealing with her Cuban Mother. Her performance is free with a valid BU student ID and paid Fall ’12 Community Activities Fee. All others can attend for $3 at the door. Co-sponsored by LGBTA, Program Board and CGA.

 @ReneeSantosLA | Renee Santos on Facebook

Campus welcomes Pi Lambda Phi

Pi Lambda Phi fraternity is joining Bloomsburg University’s community as the first non-sectarian fraternity founded upon the idea of equality. Members are selected based upon a person’s character and values, without regard to race, religion or lifestyle choices. If you’re interested in having a positive impact on BU’s campus and community, contact Patrick Spanner at (509) 554-6634 to learn more about Pi Lambda Phi.

Benek-Rivera, Feldhaus new assistant deans

BU’s new assistant deans — Heather Feldhaus, College of Liberal Arts, and Joan Benek-Rivera, College of Business — rely on their teaching experiences in their new positions.

Benek-Rivera began teaching at BU in 2001 and served as the chairperson of the Department of Management for more than six years. Certified as a Senior Professional in Human Resources, her research interests include management education and development, and human resource management and related issues. She spent the spring 2012 semester teaching in Abu Dhabi in The United Arab Emirates as a part of a faculty exchange. Benek-Rivera received a doctoral degree in business administration from Texas Tech University.

After receiving her doctoral degree in 2002 at Southern Illinois University at Carbondale, Feldhaus came to BU in the fall of 2002 as an assistant professor. In May 2008, she became the chairperson of the Department of Sociology, Social Work and Criminal Justice. Her work in progress includes membership in the Marcellus Shale Research Collaborative and establishing the BU Center for Community Research and Consulting through which BU faculty and students work with community groups on collaborative research projects.

Senior earns prestigious PASSHE scholarship

Natalie Wagner, an anthropology and mass communications major, was recently among four PASSHE students to earn a William D. Greenlee Scholarship for the upcoming year. The competitive $2,500 scholarship honors the former chair of PASSHE’s Foundation board who had more than 45 years experience in government, public relations and journalism. Greenlee founded Greenlee Associates in 1980, a prominent lobbying and business strategies firm.

The recipients of the $2,500 scholarships are:

• Paris Helman, of Chambersburg, a communications/journalism major at Shippensburg University
• Alane Presswood, of Bloomsburg, a communications studies major at West Chester University
• Lauren Turosik, of California, a communication studies major at California University
• Natalie Wagner, of Milton, a public relations and mass communications major at Bloomsburg University

The students were recognized recently at a luncheon held in Harrisburg. Each had the opportunity to speak about her educational experiences and career plans. Helman said she hopes to combine her interests in public relations and the theater to begin a career in New York City’s theater district. She also plans to pursue a master’s degree in integrated marketing.

Presswood, who also is minoring in French and film criticism, plans to earn a doctorate in culture and media communications. She said she is interested in studying how social media has impacted communication among people.

Wagner also is majoring in anthropology and plans to put her dual major to use working in a museum. A first-generation college student, she said the scholarship “really made it possible for me to complete my degree.”

Turosik is currently studying abroad and was unable to attend the scholarship luncheon.

Recent graduate earns writing award for research

Tara Snyder Bloom, a 2012 graduate of the master’s in Guidance Counseling and Student Affairs program, recently received the Grady & Mary Roberts Writing Award from the Pennsylvania College Personnel Association for an individual research. Bloom is now working at Keuka College (NY) as an assistant director of Field Period Program and Internships. BU's counseling and student affairs program provides a balance of academic and theorectical learning with application through classroom and practical instruction from core faculty and current professionals in the school counseling and college student affairs fields.

Faculty granted sabbaticals for the 2012-13 academic year

• Jeffrey Brunskill, Envionmental, Geographical and Geological Sciences
• Noreen Elaine Chikotas, Nursing
• Carl Chimi, Business Education and Information and Technology Management
• Amy Covill, Psychology
• Mark Decker, English
• Sheng Ding, Political Science
• Christina Francis, English
• Kathleen Heitzman, Athletics
• Zahira Khan, Mathematics, Computer Science and Statistics
• Timothy McConnell, Exercise Science
• Darlene Perner, Exceptionality Programs
• Mehmet Safa Saracoglu, History
• Yixun Shi, Mathematics, Computer Science and Statistics
• David Simpson, Physics and Engineering Technology
• Thomas Starmack, Educational Studies and Secondary Education
• Cynthia Venn, Envionmental, Geographical and Geological Sciences

All aboard the “Spirit of BU”

BU’s Supervisory Roundable is now offering the final installment in the “Spirit of BU” train series to benefit student scholarship and Camp HERO. The newest engine, a ¼ scale, comes in four options (2-Rail and 3-Rail options) ranges from $265 to $335 plus $5 shipping and handling fees (off campus only). In addition, there are seven complete sets of “Spirit of BU” still available. Contact Bob Wislock at (570) 389-4529 or Kim Schmitz at (570) 389-5107 for more information or with any questions.

A mum for your mom?

BU’s Supervisory Roundtable is sponsoring a mum sale through Folk’s Florist. All proceeds benefit BU Scholarships and local charities. The cost is $6. For best selection, coupons should be redeemed from Sept. 7 through Sept. 24. Deadline for coupon purchase is Sept. 5. Contact the following roundtable member for coupons: Robert Wislock, Jeanne Fitzgerald, Judy Ohl, Brenda Pitonyak, Jill Bond, Glenda Vansock, Len Tomashefski or Kim Schmitz.

Campus Alert: Sept. 25

A female student reported being chased by a white male in the 100 block of East First Street at approximately 8:15 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 22. The student was walking alone when she spotted a male crouched behind a vehicle. The suspect began to follow her. As she started to run, he ran after her. The student found safety in an open business downtown. The suspect is described as a white male, in his early 20s, short with a thin build. The incident was reported to law enforcement on Tuesday, Sept. 25. Bloomsburg Town Police are investigating the incident. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Bloomsburg Police at (570) 784-4155.

Always be vigilant of your surroundings and do not walk alone. If you feel threatened or uncomfortable about a situation do not hesitate to notify police. The university recommends students walk in groups and keep a cell phone readily accessible. This campus alert is issued in accordance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Police and Crime Statistics Act of 1990.

Campus Alert: Thursday, Sept. 13

Update: 9:05 a.m. The two suspects are in custody, according to BU Safety and Police.

An armed robbery occurred at approximately midnight in the 300 block of East Second Street near the Newman House. Two male suspects approached the male victim. They displayed and struck the victim with what later was determined to be a toy gun. The suspects got $80 to $100 from the victim, then fled eastward on foot toward campus. No further description is available of the suspects. The incident was reported to Bloomsburg Town Police at about 2 a.m. today. Bloomsburg Town Police are investigating the incident. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Bloomsburg Police at (570) 784-4155.

Always be vigilant of your surroundings and do not walk alone. If you feel threatened or uncomfortable about a situation do not hesitate to notify police. The university recommends students walk in groups and keep a cell phone readily accessible. This campus alert is issued in accordance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Police and Crime Statistics Act of 1990.