January 1, 2012 Sexual Assault Awareness Month Programming Announced In recognition of April as Sexual Assault Awareness Month, the Belles Against Violence Office (BAVO) invites the public to participate in events intended to educate and empower young people. College-aged women and high school seniors may benefit the most from the programming, which includes the annual Take Back the Night march on Thursday, April 19 and a presentation titled “Beat the Blame Game” on Tuesday, April 24. January 1, 2012 Saint Mary's honors Catholic Charities USA Board member (Yahoo!) Catholic Charities USA (CCUSA) Board of Trustees member Kathleen Flynn Fox '74 received an honorary doctorate last weekend from her alma mater Saint Mary's College. Fox, a successful businesswoman, has dedicated more than 30 years of her life to service and advocacy on behalf of those most in need. Since 1980, she has been an avid volunteer working directly with children, promoting children’s literacy, and supporting programs that assist those in poverty. January 1, 2012 Republican National Convention Gets Underway (WSBT Radio) Hurricane Isaac forced organizers to postpone the Republican National Convention (RNC) in Tampa for a day. The hurricane may make landfall in New Orleans as early as tonight. Political science professor Sean Savage discusses how natural disasters can take media attention away from planned events like the RNC. What do the candidates need to say at the convention to get some of the headlines? January 1, 2012 Economics Professor on Rising Gas Prices (WSBT-TV) Hurricane Isaac caused gas prices to jump 20 cents on Tuesday, and depending on the destruction caused by the storm, prices could jump again, says Richard Measell, assistant professor of economics. January 1, 2012 Seminar on Hiring, Retaining Employees The Women's Entrepreneurship Initiative (WEI) at Saint Mary's College, in collaboration with 1st Source Bank and Specialized Staffing Solutions, will host a real business strategies and solutions seminar tailor-made for women leaders. The seminar, “Successful Strategies for Hiring, Retaining, and Communicating,” will take place on Thursday, October 18 from 8 to 9:30 a.m. in Room 145 of Spes Unica Hall. January 1, 2012 Multiethnic graduates, "Let your light shine" (South Bend Tribune) Article excerpt: Actress Sarah Culberson learned a valuable lesson when she found the courage to track down her birth father and traveled to his African village to meet him. A new world opened up to her, a world she is helping to improve through a charitable foundation she created for the people of Sierra Leone. “We each have this light within us, and it’s our job to let it shine,” Culberson said Sunday night at Saint Mary’s College during a commencement celebration for multi-ethnic members of the Class of 2012. January 1, 2012 Promoting Peace Through Partnerships (International Educator) In its January/February issue, International Educator magazine looks at hands-on peace studies education opportunities offered by colleges and highlights Saint Mary’s six-week summer practicum in Kyarusozi, Uganda. Education and nursing majors live and work with the Sisters of the Holy Cross there and immerse themselves in the local community offering skilled teaching and healthcare assistance. The program is offered through the College’s Center for Women’s Intercultural Leadership (CWIL). January 1, 2012 Pets as Roommates at Saint Mary's College (Experience Michiana, WNIT) This year at Saint Mary's College, seniors can room with their favorite pet. Regina Hall South is for seniors only, and, if they choose, their pets. Janielle Tchakerian, assistant vice president for student affairs and director of residence life, and Meaghan O'Rourke '13 and her beagle Kelli appear on WNIT's program Experience Michiana. January 1, 2012 Madrigal Dinners, a Christmas Tradition, Celebrates 40th Year with Fre... The Saint Mary’s College Department of Music is proud to present its 40th annual Madrigal Dinners, a Renaissance-style holiday banquet and performance celebration. The merry feast includes entertainment provided by colorfully attired singers, instrumentalists, jugglers, a jester, and a lord of the manor. To commemorate the anniversary, this year’s Madrigals will revive former program elements and introduce many fresh ones. Performances will be held November 30 through December 2.