“Down the Avenue” To Honor Three Women for Service Read More “Down the Avenue” To Honor Three Women for Service January 1, 2013 On Wednesday, June 19, Saint Mary’s College will host Down the Avenue, an event recognizing the service of individuals who exemplify the College’s mission to prepare women for roles of leadership and action. The dinner, typically held every other year, raises funds to establish a scholarship for students who are active volunteers in Michiana and supports the College’s Office for Civic and Social Engagement (OCSE), which facilitates local volunteer efforts. Krista Tippett, Host of On Being, to Offer 2013 Christian Culture Lecture Read More Krista Tippett, Host of "On Being," to Offer 2013 Christian Culture Le... January 1, 2013 Saint Mary’s College and the Department of Humanistic Studies proudly announce that the 2013 Christian Culture Lecture speaker is Krista Tippett. The author and journalist is best known as the host of the Peabody Award-winning program "On Being" which airs on National Public Radio (NPR). Tippett will offer her lecture, titled “Civic Healing and Christian Virtue in the 21st Century,” on Tuesday, September 24 at 7:30 p.m. in O'Laughlin Auditorium. Commencement 2013 Read More Commencement 2013 January 1, 2013 Commencement 2013. The 166th Commencement of Saint Mary's College. Students Recognized with Service Awards Read More Students Recognized with Service Awards January 1, 2013 Service is a way of life for most Saint Mary’s College students, with eighty percent participating in service by the time they graduate. Last week, the Office for Civic and Social Engagement (OCSE) at Saint Mary's College awarded seven students with seven unique service awards. European History Professor on WWII Rifle Case (Washington Post) Read More European History Professor on WWII Rifle Case (Washington Post) January 1, 2013 A Virginia gun collector cherished his wz.38M Maroszek rifle. The gun—one of only a handful in the world—came from Poland, his home country, during World War II. The Polish government views the rifle as a “great piece of cultural and scientific significance” and claims that had been stolen during the war. U.S. federal agents seized it recently on behalf of Poland. History professor David Stefancic, whose expertise includes Polish history, was interviewed for the article. He told the Washington Post, Poland is “very protective” of pieces the government considers “related to the defense of the Polish state in any way, shape or form.” Pursuing Her Passions with Two Degrees (South Bend Tribune) Read More Pursuing Her Passions with Two Degrees (South Bend Tribune) January 1, 2013 Mary Bevilacqua couldn't imagine giving up her art to pursue science, or sacrificing her science for an art career. "I was so passionate about art and science, I just couldn't see going through life without both," she says. As it turns out, she didn't have to. Bevilacqua will earn a bachelor of arts degree in studio art Saturday from Saint Mary's College. Last spring, Bevilacqua completed her bachelor of science degree in chemistry. Professor on Congresswoman's 'No' Vote (South Bend Tribune) Read More Professor on Congresswoman's 'No' Vote (South Bend Tribune) January 1, 2013 The South Bend Tribune turned to political science professor Sean Savage for comment on whether Republican Congresswoman Jackie Walorski's 'no' vote to end the government shutdown will hurt her politically. Savage said, as a Republican in a solidly Republican district, it was probably a smart move. Love Your Body Week to Share Positive Body Image Messages Read More Love Your Body Week to Share Positive Body Image Messages January 1, 2013 Saint Mary’s College students will host Love Your Body Week next week, Feb. 25- March 1. The theme for the week is “Yes, You Are the Fairest of Them All” and includes events meant to encourage young women to see themselves in a positive light. Student organizers at this women’s college will inspire participants to empower their own beauty by straying from societal and media-provoked stereotypes and standards. The week’s free events are located throughout Saint Mary’s campus and are open to the public. It’s the third consecutive year for the event. Speaker, Superintendent of IN Schools, Lists Goals (South Bend Tribune) Read More Speaker, Superintendent of IN Schools, Lists Goals (South Bend Tribune... January 1, 2013 Hoosier children living in poverty often attend two or three different schools in a single year, said Glenda Ritz, Indiana’s state superintendent of public instruction. That’s because their families move when they can’t pay the rent, she said Monday during a public presentation at Saint Mary’s College.