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New Playing Field and Locker Room Planned for Fall 2009
In fall 2009 Hood will dedicate a new outdoor FieldTurf® playing field, locker room facilities and stadium entrance to campus that will lift Hood’s athletics programs to new levels. The project will be funded primarily through a gift from The Hodson Trust, which has awarded the College more than $64 million since 1936. For more information about the campus renovations, read the full news story.
Alums and Friends Gather in San Francisco
San Francisco-area alumnae, alumni and friends gathered for a cocktail reception Feb. 24 at the Metropolitan Club. The event was hosted by Susan Gearey Van Pelt ’79. Nancy Gillece ’81, vice president for institutional advancement, shared an update on the College. Three of the attendees (pictured, left to right)—Marta Schneebeli Johnson ’64, Cynthia Clifford ’72 and Susan Gearey Van Pelt ’79—share a common bond. All three are daughters of Hood alumnae—Mary-Louise Meyer Schneebeli ’32, Betty Latham Clifford ’47 and Jeanne Zimmerman Gearey ’52, respectively. View our photo gallery for additional photos of alumnae and alumni events. Visit our Web site for upcoming events.
Hood College History Museum Roadshow
Area alums, guests and friends are invited to donate Hood memorabilia to the College at the Hood History Museum Roadshow Sunday, March 22 from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. on the second floor of Hood’s Beneficial-Hodson Library and Technology Center. Help preserve Hood’s history by donating Hood items and artifacts to the growing collection in the Hood College History Museum and Archives. Enjoy tours of the museum and light refreshments. For more information about this event, or to inquire about museum volunteering opportunities, please contact Joy Derr, director of development communications at Hood, or call (301) 696-3703.
Hood Students Spend Spring Break in North Carolina
A group of 20 Hood students recently spent their spring break week in Whitakers, N.C., at the Franklinton Center at Bricks, where they worked on renovations to the center’s administration building and pool. The Hood students also visited area schools where they tutored students. The trip was organized by Hood’s Student Activities Office. Administrators who made the trip with the students included Ted Chase, Ph.D., associate dean of students; Dean of the Chapel Rev. Beth O’Malley; and Brent Ayer, men’s and women’s cross country and track head coach. For more information about the trip, read the full news story.
Thanks to All Who Answered the Call!
And congratulations to Hood’s student phonathon callers, who raised more than $45,000 in annual funds gifts and pledges from alumnae, alumni and parents during spring phonathon. This year’s four-week phone calling campaign yielded 15 percent more than last spring’s calling effort, suggesting that Hood’s donors recognize that now, more than ever, is the time to invest in the future and ensure that a Hood College education continues to be attainable and affordable for all of our students.
If you missed the call, it’s not too late. You can make your annual funds gift online or call (301) 696-3713.
Reunion 2009 is Right Around the Corner
Don’t miss the chance to reconnect and reunite with classmates at Reunion Weekend, June 5-7. Please join the classes of 1929, 1934, 1939, 1944, 1947, 1949, 1954, 1959, 1964, 1969, 1974, 1979, 1984, 1989, 1994, 1999 and 2004 for this year’s reunion. Alums celebrating a reunion year will receive a registration brochure in the mail in mid-April. All alumnae and alumni are welcome to attend. Visit our Web site in April for a complete listing of events and to register online.
Task Force Completes New Association Structure
Bylaws of the Hood College Alumnae and Alumni Association were slated for review in June 2007. A task force, facilitated by current association president Dottie Van Steinburg ’96, was appointed and included representation from alumnae and alumni, Hood faculty and members of the Institutional Advancement staff. The task force was charged with reviewing the current structure and making recommendations that would align the association with the current goals of the College. After review by the task force, a revised board structure and updated bylaws were completed.
Please review the standing committee chair positions and the responsibilities of each chair. If you are interested in any of the positions, please contact Linda Hoffman, director of alumni relations, or call (301) 696-3900.
The current president, vice president and secretary-parliamentarian will continue in their elected positions until June 2009. We will announce a call for nominations for these positions in April 2009. Two-year terms will begin July 2009.
Supporting Summer Faculty Research
You are invited to support an endeavor that strengthens the very heart of Hood College—its faculty—through a competitive, well-respected program that awards grants to faculty for professional and curriculum development and research during the summer. Each year, the Hood College Board of Associates reviews proposals and awards grant monies but the requests for support are greater than the funds available. Your gift will make a difference. You may make a gift to professional development or to the McCardell Professional Development Endowed Fund. Last year, for example, Donna Bertazzoni, professor of journalism, and Janis Judson, Ph.D., associate professor of political science, revised their curriculum for their Censorship in America course following extensive study of “Censorship in the Age of YouTube.” Jennifer Ross, Ph.D., associate professor of art and archaeology, worked at an archaeological dig in Turkey where in previous years she has taken Hood students; and Griselda Zuffi, Ph.D., associate professor of Spanish, researched the life stories of political prisoners, incorporating her findings into classroom teaching. For further information on how you can support this program, contact Joy Derr, director of development communications at Hood, or call (301) 696-3703.
Alum Directory
The Office of Alumnae and Alumni Relations is currently working with Harris Connect, a company that specializes in integrated data research, directory and Internet solutions for educational institutions and other organizations, to create an alumnae and alumni print directory. The directory will help alums stay better connected to classmates, friends and Hood. If you have not already been contacted, you may receive a phone call or e-mail from Harris Connect in the near future. If you have any questions concerning the project, please feel free to contact the Office of Alumnae and Alumni Relations, or call (301) 696-3900 or (800) 707-5280 (option 2).
Join Hood on Facebook
Join other Hood alumnae and alumni on Facebook, an online community where you can interact and connect with fellow classmates and receive updates about alumnae and alumni events. If you have an existing Facebook account, log on and join more than 250 other alums in the “Hood College Alumnae and Alumni” group. If you do not have a Facebook account, sign up for one now!
Ask Tammy
Have you ever had questions about Hood’s history or traditions and not known where to find the true answers? In Blazer Links’ new segment, we’ll do the research and answer the questions for you. Send us your questions via e-mail and the answer may appear in an issue of Blazer Links.
What happens to Hood memorabilia when it is donated to the College?
Over the years, Hood’s library staff has maintained an archive for memorabilia donated to the College. In October 2007, the Hood College History Museum and Archives opened on the second floor of Hood’s Beneficial-Hodson Library and Technology Center. It houses such things as photographs, diplomas, a 1920s gym suit, a Hood blazer, dolls, and even the original desk and typewriter used by the College’s first president, Joseph Henry Apple, L.L.D., Ped.D., and president emeritus. Visiting hours for the museum are currently by appointment; however, the museum will be open for the Hood History Museum Roadshow Sunday, March 22 from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m., and during Reunion Weekend, June 5-7. |
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R.S.V.P. for Events
To R.S.V.P. or get information on upcoming events, e-mail us at alumoffice@hood.edu, or call (800) 707-5280, option 2, or (301) 696-3900. Please continue to check the alumnae and alumni relations Web page for updates on future events.
Tucson, Ariz., Luncheon
Saturday, March 28, noon, patio area at Skyline Country Club, 5200 E. Saint Andrew’s Drive, Tucson, AZ 85718. Join Tucson-area alums and guests for a luncheon hosted by Ellen Perry Croll ’60 and Elly Robbins ’58. No-host cocktails will begin at noon followed by lunch at 12:30 p.m. Lunch will be ordered off the menu. For more information or to R.S.V.P., please contact Ellen Perry Croll '60 or call (520) 577-1062; or Elly Robbins '58 or call (520) 349-1250. Please R.S.V.P. by March 21.
A Gathering in Denver, Colo.
Sunday, April 26, 3-5 p.m., Cherry Hills Country Club, 4125 S. University Blvd., Cherry Hills Village, CO 80113. Join area alums and guests for a cocktail reception, hosted by Jean Righter Bolle ’50. More details will follow. |
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Ceramics Program Courses
A series of ceramics workshops will be offered at Hood throughout the spring semester. Visit the Ceramics Program Web site for a listing of available courses and workshops. For additional information, please contact Joyce Michaud, director of the M.F.A. and graduate certificate in ceramic arts programs, or call (301) 696-3526.
Gazing at the Stars
Hood is offering everyone the chance to get up close and personal with the stars. The Williams Observatory will be open free of charge from 8:30 to 9:30 p.m. each Wednesday until April 29 for the exclusive use of the observatory and portable telescopes. Ken Howard, lecturer in astronomy at Hood, will be available each evening to answer questions. For more information about the observatory, read the full news story.
Annual Thanatology Lecture
Eleanor Clift, a noted author and political reporter, will discuss how the government and political realm affect our life cycle choices in a lecture titled “Reflections on Politics and Mortality.” The lecture will take place Monday, March 23 from 8 to 9:30 p.m. in Hodson Auditorium in Rosenstock Hall. A book sale and signing will take place following the lecture. For more information about the lecture, read the full news story; or contact Dana Cable, Ph.D., professor of psychology and thanatology, or call (301) 696-3758.
Humanities Colloquium Series Events
Hood’s spring 2009 Humanities Colloquium will continue Tuesday, March 24 when the Blackfriars Shakespeare Company stages Shakespeare’s “Hamlet” in Hood’s Hodson Auditorium in Rosenstock Hall at 7:30 p.m. The performance is free and open to the public and no tickets are required. For more information about the play, read the full news story.
In collaboration with Hood’s Women’s History Month celebration events, and as part of The Rosenfeld Family Biennial Maryland Arts Event, Elizabeth Spires, the author of six volumes of poetry, will visit campus Thursday, March 26 for a poetry reading. The event, made possible through the generosity of the Rosenfeld family to honor a Maryland artist, will take place at 7:30 p.m. in Hood’s Hodson Auditorium in Rosenstock Hall.
Each event is part of the College’s annual colloquium lecture series, which this year focuses on understanding cultural differences. For more information, contact William Heath, interim National Endowment of the Humanities and Sophia M. Libman professor.
Science in the Cinema Series
In collaboration with the National Cancer Institute at Frederick’s “Science in the Cinema” series, Hood will show an award-winning documentary, “Under Our Skin,” Wednesday, March 25 from 6:30 to 9 p.m. The movie, which will be shown in Hood’s Whitaker Campus Center Commons, examines the science and politics surrounding the diagnosis and treatment of Lyme disease, a near-epidemic in the U.S. Kathleen Nalewaik, B.S.N., M.S., COHN-S, CRNP, a nurse practitioner and Lyme disease consultant at NCI-Frederick, will give a talk about the movie and the issues it addresses. Food will be available for purchase at the Blazer snack bar. For more information about the event, read the full news story; or contact Kathy Falkenstein, Ph.D., associate professor of biology, or call (301) 696-3663.
Graduate School Open House
Learn more about Hood’s 14 master’s degrees and five certificate programs, meet members of the distinguished faculty and talk to Graduate School representatives at the Graduate School Open House Tuesday, April 7 from 5 to 7 p.m. in Hood’s Whitaker Campus Center Commons. Read more information and register. For additional information, contact the Graduate School via e-mail or call (301) 696-3600.
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 Women's Lacrosse (3-2, 1-1 CAC)
Last Week
March 9 Defeated Hollins University 21-1
This Week
March 18 vs. Trinity University (D.C.) 3:30 p.m.
March 21 at University of Mary Washington 1 p.m.
Kelsey Blackwell registered her second five-goal performance of the season Monday against Hollins University. In all, nine different Blazers found the back of the net as Hood outshot Hollins, 40-4, and matched the program record for goals in a game with 21. Blackwell leads the team with 17 goals, matching her season total from her freshman year. Lauren Perzan (above) dished out three assists to boost her team-leading total to five. Hood entertains Trinity University Wednesday before traveling to the University of Mary Washington Saturday.
Men's Lacrosse (1-5, 0-1 CAC)
Last Week
Mar. 11 Lost to Randolph-Macon College 3-19
This Week
Mar. 18 at Marymount University (at Washington & Lee High School) 8 p.m.
Mar. 21 at Christopher Newport University 7:30 p.m.
Kris Miner, Troy Hubbard and Doug Hendricks (above) all scored for the Blazers in a 19-3 nonconference setback to Randolph-Macon College. Nick O'Brien tallied 10 saves and Hector Montoya won nine face-offs in defeat. Hood has a pair of road contests slated for this week against league foe Marymount University and nonconference rival Christopher Newport University.
Softball (3-9, 0-0 CAC)
Last Week
March 12 Lost to Arcadia University 6-8
March 12 Lost to Arcadia University 3-11 (5 innings)
This Week
March 16 Defeated Wells College 8-2
March 16 Defeated Wells College 19-0 (5 innings)
March 18 vs. Mt. Aloysius College (DH) 3 p.m.
March 21 vs. University of Mary Washington (DH) Noon
Jen Willison and Krista Zerby (above) belted homeruns for Hood in the Blazers' lone doubleheader last week against the Arcadia Knights Thursday. Willison blasted a grand slam to cap a five-run third inning in game one while Zerby's three-run shot accounted for all three Hood runs in the nightcap. On Monday the Blazers picked up their first doubleheader sweep over visiting Wells College. Hood scored a season-high 19 runs in the nightcap, highlighted by a 4-for-4, five-RBI performance from Willison. Hood hosts two more twinbills this week against Mt. Aloysius College Wednesday before opening Capital Athletic Conference play Saturday versus the University of Mary Washington.
 Women's Tennis (4-6, 0-0 CAC)
Last Week
March 9 Lost to Olivet College 1-8
March 10 Lost to Transylvania University 1-7
March 11 Lost to Marian University 3-6
March 12 Lost to Wittenberg College 0-9
March 13 Defeated Seton Hill College 8-1
This Week
March 17 vs. Wesley College 3 p.m.
Hood ended its spring break trip to Hilton Head, S.C., on a positive note, defeating Seton Hill College, 8-1. Hood captured five of the six singles matches and swept the doubles matches to earn the win. Freshman Jillian Elkaim (above) improved to 7-2 on the season at first singles. The Blazers entertain their first Capital Athletic Conference rival of the season Tuesday, hosting Wesley College at 3 p.m. at the Baker Park Tennis Courts.
 Men's Tennis (2-8, 0-0 CAC)
Last Week
March 9 Lost to Eastern Nazarene University
3-6
March 10 Lost to Transylvania University 0-9
March 10 Lost to Defiance College 3-6
March 11 Lost to Wittenberg College 0-9
March 12 Defeated Seton Hill College 9-0
March 13 Defeated Gordon College 6-3
This Week
March 17 vs. Wesley College 3 p.m.
March 19 at Stevenson University 3:30 p.m.
Andrew Blowe (above), David Blowe, Carter Reitman and Mike Hardman all won singles matches against Gordon College in a 6-3 Hood victory Friday. Hood ended its trip to Hilton Head, S.C., with a record of 2-4 and looks to extend its two-match win streak Tuesday when it hosts Capital Athletic Conference rival Wesley College at 3 p.m. at the Baker Park Tennis Courts. Hood also travels to Stevenson Thursday for a CAC match.
Women's and Men's Track & Field
Last Week
No meets scheduled
This Week
March 21 at Dragon Invitational (hosted by Howard Community College) 9 a.m.
Hood's women's and men's track teams were idle last week but travel to Howard Community College for the Dragon Invitational Saturday.
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