http://www.marylhurst.edu/ All news release feeds. en-us Mon, 20 May 2013 13:55:50 -0700 http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss OmniUpdate (OU Publish) http://www.marylhurst.edu/about-marylhurst/media-resources/news-releases/20130514-marylhurst-plans-summer-session-on-prior-learning-assessment.html Marylhurst University offers a nationally recognized program that helps degree-seeking students translate life and work experience into college credit. Prospective students can learn more about this Prior Learning Assessment program at a summer information session Thursday, June 6 at 6:30 p.m. Clarin Cromwell <ccromwell@marylhurst.edu> 05/14/13 http://www.marylhurst.edu/about-marylhurst/media-resources/news-releases/20130513-marylhurst-art-therapist-publishes-practitioners-guide.html Marylhurst University art therapy counseling instructor Annette Shore will hold a book signing Tuesday, June 4 on the Marylhurst campus to celebrate the publication of her new book, "The Practitioner's Guide to Child Art Therapy" Tuesday, June 4 at 5 p.m. Clarin Cromwell <ccromwell@marylhurst.edu> 05/13/13 http://www.marylhurst.edu/about-marylhurst/media-resources/news-releases/20130516-marylhurst-brings-h.m.s.-pinafore-to-campus.html Marylhurst University's Department of Music will present two performances of H.M.S. Pinafore on campus June 7 and 9, 7:30 p.m. Special guest artist Alistair Donkin of England, one of the world's foremost Gilbert & Sullivan interpreters, will serve as stage director and narrator for the two performances. Justin Smith, Marylhurst's director of choral activities, conducts. Clarin Cromwell <ccromwell@marylhurst.edu> Thu, 16 May 2013 08:39:44 -0700 http://www.marylhurst.edu/about-marylhurst/media-resources/news-releases/20130514-2013-marylhurst-graduating-class-a-family-affair.html Adam and his mother, Amy Webber, will both complete their bachelor's degrees in English literature and writing at Marylhurst University this June. And his dad, Mark Webber, isn't far behind; he's scheduled to complete his communications bachelor's degree in December. Adam and Amy are among more than 540 bachelor's and master's degree candidates who will be honored at Marylhurst's 119th commencement, scheduled for 10 a.m. Saturday, June 15 at the Oregon Convention Center. Amy will be one of three graduates speaking during the commencement ceremony. Clarin Cromwell <ccromwell@marylhurst.edu> Tue, 14 May 2013 09:52:33 -0700 http://www.marylhurst.edu/about-marylhurst/media-resources/news-releases/20120501-2013-bachelor-of-fine-arts-thesis-exhibition-at-marylhurst-university.html Marylhurst University opens the 2013 Bachelor of Fine Arts Thesis Exhibition with a preview reception in The Art Gym from 6 to 8 p.m., Wednesday, May 29. The 2013 Bachelor of Fine Arts Thesis Exhibition presents work by eight BFA candidates: Kelcey Costanzo, Stephanie Lockerbie Gillette, Josh P.A. Gross, Kimberly Kelly, Margaret Peterson, Claire Pupo, Kirsten Rogers and Noelle Winiecki. Clarin Cromwell <ccromwell@marylhurst.edu> 05/01/2013 http://www.marylhurst.edu/about-marylhurst/media-resources/news-releases/20130501-marylhurst-launches-professional-development-center.html The Marylhurst University School of Business has created a Professional Development Center to provide continuing education for working adults. Clarin Cromwell <ccromwell@marylhurst.edu> 05/01/2013 http://www.marylhurst.edu/about-marylhurst/media-resources/news-releases/20130501-marylhurst-university-receives-wiegand-foundation-grant.html The E. L. Wiegand Foundation of Reno, Nevada, has awarded Marylhurst University a grant of more than $240,000 to help fund the renovation and restoration of the E. L. Wiegand Hall Chapel. Clarin Cromwell <ccromwell@marylhurst.edu> 05/01/2013 http://www.marylhurst.edu/about-marylhurst/media-resources/news-releases/20130411-jay-ponteri-reads-at-marylhurst-university.html Marylhurst writing professor Jay Ponteri will read from his recently-published memoir "Wedlocked" at Marylhurst University Thursday, May 9 at 3:30 p.m.. Clarin Cromwell <ccromwell@marylhurst.edu> Thu, 11 Apr 2013 10:23:21 -0700 http://www.marylhurst.edu/about-marylhurst/media-resources/news-releases/20130410-marylhurst-spotlights-range-of-undergraduate-programs.html Marylhurst University will host a spring information session Saturday, May 11 at 9 a.m. to provide prospective students with information about the university's 22 undergraduate programs. Clarin Cromwell <ccromwell@marylhurst.edu> 04/10/2013 http://www.marylhurst.edu/about-marylhurst/media-resources/news-releases/20130403-marylhurst-hosts-school-of-business-information-sessions.html Marylhurst University's School of Business will host two information sessions this spring - Tuesday, May 7, 6:30 p.m. downtown Portland and Thursday, June 6, 6:30 p.m. on campus - for those who want to learn more about the university's bachelor's and master's degree programs in business. Clarin Cromwell <ccromwell@marylhurst.edu> Wed, 03 Apr 2013 12:01:08 -0700 http://www.marylhurst.edu/about-marylhurst/media-resources/news-releases/20130402-handmade-musical-instrument-artisans-t0-gather-at%20marylhurst.html More than 80 artisans from across the Pacific Northwest will display all types of guitars, bowed and stringed instruments, mandolins, banjos, flutes and ancient instruments this month at the 37th annual Northwest Handmade Musical Instrument Exhibit at Marylhurst University, Saturday, April 27th and Sunday, April 28th, 2012 from noon to 5 p.m. Clarin Cromwell <ccromwell@marylhurst.edu> 04/02/2013 http://www.marylhurst.edu/about-marylhurst/media-resources/news-releases/20130126-marylhurst-opens-two-new-exhibitions-at-the-art-gym.html This spring, The Art Gym at Marylhurst University will present two exhibitions that address incarceration -- The Last Supper: 500 Plates by Julie Green and The Prison Industrial Complex by Buddy Bunting. The exhibitions open to the public on Tuesday, April 16, continuing through Friday, May 17. On Sunday, April 21, Green and Bunting will give a gallery talk in The Art Gym at 2 p.m. followed by a reception for the artists from 3 to 5 p.m. All are welcome. Admission and parking are free. Clarin Cromwell <ccromwell@marylhurst.edu> 03/26/2013 http://www.marylhurst.edu/about-marylhurst/media-resources/news-releases/20130320-marylhurst-writing-professor-publishes-raw-memoir.html Daring and brave. Candid and raw. Beautiful and feverish. Those are just a few of the adjectives being used to describe a powerful new memoir by Marylhurst University English professor Jay Ponteri, released in mid-March. Clarin Cromwell <ccromwell@marylhurst.edu> 03/20/2013 http://www.marylhurst.edu/about-marylhurst/media-resources/news-releases/20130228-marylhurst-hosts-graduate-programs-information-session.html Marylhurst University's School of Graduate Studies and School of Business will host a spring information session Thursday, April 18 to provide prospective students with information about the university's 11 graduate programs. Clarin Cromwell <ccromwell@marylhurst.edu> Thu, 28 Feb 2013 15:48:16 -0800 http://www.marylhurst.edu/about-marylhurst/media-resources/news-releases/20130228-marylhurst-showcases-promonent-composers-musicians-in-three-night-event.html Music lovers can dive into the beauty of Igor Stravinsky's "A Soldier's Tale" and other compositions inspired by it at a special concert featuring prominent local performers Monday, March 18 at 7:30 p.m. on the campus of Marylhurst University. Clarin Cromwell <ccromwell@marylhurst.edu> Thu, 28 Feb 2013 13:44:05 -0800 http://www.marylhurst.edu/about-marylhurst/media-resources/news-releases/201302070-marylhurst-opens-two-new-exhibitions-at-the-art-gym.html Marylhurst University opens two new exhibitions--Wood Anniversary: Five Years of Signal Fire and Todd Johnson--The Misadventures of Ansel Adams: Garage Sales, Geo Tracking, and General Tomfoolery--with a preview reception for all the artists in The Art Gym from 3 to 5 p.m., Sunday, February 24. Clarin Cromwell <ccromwell@marylhurst.edu> Thu, 07 Feb 2013 16:18:06 -0800 http://www.marylhurst.edu/about-marylhurst/media-resources/news-releases/20130202-marylhurst-hosts-green-mba-information-session-in-portland.html Marylhurst University's School of Business will host a downtown Portland information session February 21at 6:15 p.m. at the PCC CLIMB Center for Advancement for prospective students interested in earning an MBA in Sustainable Business. Clarin Cromwell <ccromwell@marylhurst.edu> 01/31/2013 http://www.marylhurst.edu/about-marylhurst/media-resources/news-releases/20130205-marylhurst-holds-prior-learning-assessment-information-session.html Life and work experience can be translated into college credit through a rigorous program offered by Marylhurst University. Learn how at the university's Prior Learning Assessment program spring information session Monday, March 11 at 6:30 p.m. on the Marylhurst campus. Clarin Cromwell <ccromwell@marylhurst.edu> 01/31/2013 http://www.marylhurst.edu/about-marylhurst/media-resources/news-releases/20130117-marylhurst-universtiy-hosts-combined-choir-performance.html Marylhurst University will host a winter concert featuring singers from Vancouver, Wash., and Boise, Idaho, in addition to two Marylhurst performance groups. The Marylhurst Chorale and Choral Union, both directed by Justin Smith, will perform with the Clark College Concert Choir, directed by April Duvic, on February 22 at 7:30 p.m. in St. Anne's Chapel. Clarin Cromwell <ccromwell@marylhurst.edu> 01/16/2013 http://www.marylhurst.edu/about-marylhurst/media-resources/news-releases/20130114-marylhurst-hosts-information-session-for-bachelors-degree-seekers.html Marylhurst University's College of Arts & Sciences and School of Business will host a winter information session Saturday, February 23 at 9 a.m. to help prospective students learn more about the university's 22 undergraduate programs. Clarin Cromwell <ccromwell@marylhurst.edu> 01/09/2013 http://www.marylhurst.edu/about-marylhurst/media-resources/news-releases/20130114-marylhurst-spotlights-art-therapy-counseling-graduate-degree.html Marylhurst University's Department of Art Therapy Counseling will host a winter information session Saturday, February 23 at 10 a.m. to provide program information to those considering the university's master's degree program in art therapy counseling, including those interested in enrolling fall term 2013. Clarin Cromwell <ccromwell@marylhurst.edu> 01/09/2013 http://www.marylhurst.edu/about-marylhurst/media-resources/news-releases/20130110-world-voices-series-brings-diverse-talent-and-topics-to-marylhurst.html Marylhurst is bringing renowned musicians, a prominent author and a well-traveled photojournalist to campus for a series of special evening events February through April 2013. The 2012-13 Clarin Cromwell <ccromwell@marylhurst.edu> 01/09/2013 http://www.marylhurst.edu/about-marylhurst/media-resources/news-releases/20130110-school-of-business-information-sessions-at-marylhurst.html Marylhurst University's School of Business will host three information sessions this winter for those who want to learn more about the university's bachelor's and master's degree programs in business. The sessions will be held: Saturday, January 26 at 10 a.m.; Thursday, February 7 at 6:30 p.m.; and Thursday, March 7 at 6:30 p.m. Clarin Cromwell <ccromwell@marylhurst.edu> 01022013 http://www.marylhurst.edu/about-marylhurst/media-resources/news-releases/20130110-graduate-programs-information-session-at-marylhurst.html Marylhurst University's School of Graduate Studies and School of Business will host a winter information session Saturday, January 26 AT 10 a.m. to provide prospective students with information about the university's 11 graduate programs. Clarin Cromwell <ccromwell@marylhurst.edu> 01/02/2013 http://www.marylhurst.edu/about-marylhurst/media-resources/news-releases/20130109%20school-of-business-information-sessions-at-marylhurst.html Marylhurst University's School of Business will host three information sessions this winter for those who want to learn more about the university's bachelor's and master's degree programs in business. The sessions will be held Saturday, January 26, 10 a.m.; Thursday, February 7, 6:30 p.m.; and Thursday, March 7, 6:30 p.m. Clarin Cromwell <ccromwell@marylhurst.edu> 12/18/2012 http://www.marylhurst.edu/about-marylhurst/media-resources/news-releases/20121113-prior-learning-assessment-information-session-at-marylhurst.html Marylhurst University's Prior Learning Assessment program will host a winter information session Wednesday, December 5, 2012. The university's PLA program offers students the opportunity to earn credit toward - and reduce the expense of - a bachelor's degree by documenting the knowledge they've gained during years of work and lifelong learning. Clarin Cromwell <ccromwell@marylhurst.edu> 11/13/2012 http://www.marylhurst.edu/about-marylhurst/media-resources/news-releases/20130103-marylhurst-opens-two-new-exhibitions-at-the-art-gym.html Marylhurst University opens two new exhibitions Kelly Rauer: Weight and Samantha Wall: Laid to Rest with a preview reception for both artists in The Art Gym from 3 to 5 p.m., Sunday, January 13. Clarin Cromwell <ccromwell@marylhurst.edu> 12/20/2012 http://www.marylhurst.edu/about-marylhurst/media-resources/news-releases/20130102-digital-writing-month-focuses-on-new-forms-of-writing.html new opportunities to convey meaning. Those are just two of the lessons Marylhurst University hopes to share during Digital Writing Month, the online writing challenge it is sponsoring throughout November to shine a spotlight on the nature and practice of digital writing. Clarin Cromwell <ccromwell@marylhurst.edu> 10/24/2012 http://www.marylhurst.edu/about-marylhurst/media-resources/news-releases/20130102-digital-writing-month-focuses-on-new-forms-of-writing.html new opportunities to convey meaning. Those are just two of the lessons Marylhurst University hopes to share during Digital Writing Month, the online writing challenge it is sponsoring throughout November to shine a spotlight on the nature and practice of digital writing. Clarin Cromwell <ccromwell@marylhurst.edu> 10/24/2012 http://www.marylhurst.edu/about-marylhurst/media-resources/news-releases/20121024-marylhurst-choral-union-launches-inaugural-concert-season.html The Marylhurst Choral Union, formed just this fall, plans three community concerts for the 2012-13 season that cover a diverse music spectrum, from Spanish holiday carols to opera. The choir's season opens on Friday, December 7, when the ensemble presents "A Latin Christmas." Clarin Cromwell <ccromwell@marylhurst.edu> 10/24/2012 http://www.marylhurst.edu/about-marylhurst/media-resources/news-releases/20121024-art-therapy-counseling-information-session.html Marylhurst University's Department of Art Therapy Counseling will host a fall information session November 10 to provide prospective students with information about the university's master's degree program in art therapy counseling. Clarin Cromwell <ccromwell@marylhurst.edu> 10/24/2012 http://www.marylhurst.edu/about-marylhurst/media-resources/news-releases/20121024-undergraduate-programs-information-session-at-marylhurst.html Marylhurst University's College of Arts & Sciences and School of Business will host a fall information session November 10 to provide prospective students with information about the university's 22 undergraduate programs. Clarin Cromwell <ccromwell@marylhurst.edu> 10/24/2012 http://www.marylhurst.edu/about-marylhurst/media-resources/news-releases/20121023-creative-arts-therapies-conference.html Creative arts therapists, who help people deal with emotional and physical challenges, will gather at the fifth annual Creative Arts Therapies Association on November 4, 2012 at Marylhurst University. Karen Pederson <kpederson@marylhurst.edu> 10/23/2012 http://www.marylhurst.edu/about-marylhurst/media-resources/news-releases/20121011-marylhurst-launches-innovative-masters-program-food.html Marylhurst University's new Master of Arts in Food Systems & Society, a graduate degree program launching fall term 2013, will help prepare a new generation of leaders to tackle food system challenges from a range of perspectives in the non-profit, corporate and government arenas. Karen Pederson <kpederson@marylhurst.edu> Fri, 12 Oct 2012 18:00:06 -0700 http://www.marylhurst.edu/about-marylhurst/media-resources/news-releases/20120912-release-grad-info-session.html Marylhurst University's School of Graduate Studies and School of Business will host a fall information session October 25 to provide prospective students with information about the university's 11 graduate programs. Heather McLendon <hmclendon@marylhurst.edu> Wed, 12 Sep 2012 13:53:42 -0700 http://www.marylhurst.edu/about-marylhurst/media-resources/news-releases/20120911climate-change-forum.html Marylhurst University will co-sponsor and host a daylong forum that explores global climate change from an interdisciplinary perspective Saturday, October 6. Heather McLendon <hmclendon@marylhurst.edu> Tue, 11 Sep 2012 08:13:32 -0700 http://www.marylhurst.edu/about-marylhurst/media-resources/news-releases/20120910-us-news-survey.html Marylhurst University has joined a growing field of colleges and universities deciding not to participate in the annual U.S. News & World Report college rankings process. Heather McLendon <hmclendon@marylhurst.edu> Mon, 10 Sep 2012 15:03:10 -0700 http://www.marylhurst.edu/about-marylhurst/media-resources/news-releases/20120904-release-belluschi.html Reconstruction of a small but historically significant home designed by noted Portland architect Pietro Belluschi and donated to Marylhurst University will begin this fall. A ceremonial groundbreaking for the restoration project will be held at 11:30 a.m. Tuesday, September 11 at the south end of the Marylhurst campus. Heather McLendon <hmclendon@marylhurst.edu> 09/4/12 http://www.marylhurst.edu/about-marylhurst/media-resources/news-releases/20120830-release-mk-guth.html Marylhurst University opens the exhibition MK Guth: when nothing else subsists: smell and taste remain with a preview reception in The Art Gym from 3 to 5 p.m., Sunday, October 7. Heather McLendon <hmclendon@marylhurst.edu> 08/30/12 http://www.marylhurst.edu/about-marylhurst/media-resources/news-releases/20120821-release-new-degree-programs.html Marylhurst University will begin offering two new bachelor's degree programs and an additional master's degree program this academic year as part of its long-term plan to expand educational opportunities in niche areas for its multigenerational student population. Heather McLendon <hmclendon@marylhurst.edu> 08/21/12 http://www.marylhurst.edu/about-marylhurst/media-resources/news-releases/20120814-release-pla-ino-session.html Marylhurst University's Prior Learning Assessment program will host a fall information session September 11. The university's PLA program offers students the opportunity to earn credit toward - and reduce the expense of - a bachelor's degree by documenting the knowledge they've gained during years of work and lifelong learning. Heather McLendon <hmclendon@marylhurst.edu> 08/14/12 http://www.marylhurst.edu/about-marylhurst/media-resources/news-releases/20120813-release-business-info-sessions.html Marylhurst University's School of Business will host three information sessions this fall for those who want to learn more about the university's undergraduate and graduate business programs. Heather McLendon <hmclendon@marylhurst.edu> 08/13/12 http://www.marylhurst.edu/about-marylhurst/media-resources/news-releases/19980629-release-marylhurst-college-becomes-marylhurst-university.html Marylhurst College, a liberal arts college founded in 1893, will officially change its designation to Marylhurst University on July 1, 1998. Heather McLendon <hmclendon@marylhurst.edu> 6/29/1998 http://www.marylhurst.edu/about-marylhurst/media-resources/news-releases/19990215-release-marylhurst-recognized-as-nationwide-model.html Marylhurst University is one of six institutions in the U.S. and Canada -- and the only institution in the Western United States -- to be selected by the American Productivity and Quality Center (APQC) and the Council on Adult and Experiential Learning (CAEL) for a study of "best practices" in adult learning. Heather McLendon <hmclendon@marylhurst.edu> 2/15/1999 http://www.marylhurst.edu/about-marylhurst/media-resources/news-releases/20000720-release-plotkin-and-denny-chair-new-degree-programs.html Marylhurst University has appointed David Plotkin, Ph.D., Chair of its English Literature and Writing Department and David Denny, Ph.D., Cultural and Historical Studies Department Chair. Heather McLendon <hmclendon@marylhurst.edu> 7/20/2000 http://www.marylhurst.edu/about-marylhurst/media-resources/news-releases/20000727-release-new-department-of-human-sciences.html Human Sciences Department Chair, Dr. Jennifer Sasser-Coen, announced that Marylhurst's Human Studies and Social Sciences programs will dwell together in its new Department of Human Sciences that includes Psychology, Human Studies, Sociology, Anthropology, Economics, and Political Science - academic disciplines that focus upon understanding the complexities of human behavior. Heather McLendon <hmclendon@marylhurst.edu> 7/27/2000 http://www.marylhurst.edu/about-marylhurst/media-resources/news-releases/20000731-release-dreyfuss-chairs-interdisciplinary-program.html Marylhurst University has appointed Simeon Dreyfuss Undergraduate Interdisciplinary Studies Department Chair, a program which offers students the opportunity and responsibility of designing their own degree paths through a focused combination of two or more academic disciplines. Heather McLendon <hmclendon@marylhurst.edu> 7/31/2000 http://www.marylhurst.edu/about-marylhurst/media-resources/news-releases/20000801-release-new-music-therapy-program.html Marylhurst's Director of Music Therapy, Christine Korb, brings real world experience to the new Music Therapy program. Heather McLendon <hmclendon@marylhurst.edu> 8/1/2000 http://www.marylhurst.edu/about-marylhurst/media-resources/news-releases/20010709-release-john-paul-appointed-music-department-chair.html John Paul, D. Mus., has been appointed Chair of Marylhurst University's Music Department after teaching in the program for a year. He is the recipient of the Joseph Naumes Endowed Chair in Music. Heather McLendon <hmclendon@marylhurst.edu> 7/9/2001 http://www.marylhurst.edu/about-marylhurst/media-resources/news-releases/20010912-release-roussell-promotion.html Dr. Jeroid Roussell, Jr. has been promoted to the position of Chair of Religious Studies and Philosophy at Marylhurst University, overseeing the department's undergraduate, master's and cooperative doctorate programs. Heather McLendon <hmclendon@marylhurst.edu> 9/12/2001 http://www.marylhurst.edu/about-marylhurst/media-resources/news-releases/20020125-release-david-plotkin-named-vp-of-academic-administration.html David C. Plotkin, Ph. D., has been named Vice President of Academic Administration at Marylhurst University, University President Nancy Wilgenbusch announced Wednesday. Plotkin has served as Interim Vice President since July 2001. Heather McLendon <hmclendon@marylhurst.edu> 1/25/2002 http://www.marylhurst.edu/about-marylhurst/media-resources/news-releases/20020611-release-beardsley-and-sutinen-named-cochairs.html Kelcey Beardsley and Paul Sutinen have been named Co-Chairs of the Department of Art at Marylhurst University. Heather McLendon <hmclendon@marylhurst.edu> 6/11/2002 http://www.marylhurst.edu/about-marylhurst/media-resources/news-releases/20020719-release-business-programs-earn-professional-accreditation.html The International Assembly for Collegiate Business Education (IACBE) has awarded Marylhurst University initial accreditation of its MBA degree, BS degree in Management, and BS degree in Real Estate. Heather McLendon <hmclendon@marylhurst.edu> 7/19/2002 http://www.marylhurst.edu/about-marylhurst/media-resources/news-releases/20020916-release-marylhurst-ranked-as-best-value-school.html U.S. News and World Report 2003 ranks Marylhurst University "a great school at a great price" and one of only 15 schools in the 15 western states to receive this designation for academic quality in comparison to the net cost of attendance. Heather McLendon <hmclendon@marylhurst.edu> 9/16/2002 http://www.marylhurst.edu/about-marylhurst/media-resources/news-releases/20021030-release-us-news-and-world-report-recognizes-online-program.html Marylhurst University's MBA program is among 78 of the country's regionally accredited business programs recognized by U.S. NEWS & WORLD REPORT in its "Special Report: E-Learning" (October 28, page 66). Heather McLendon <hmclendon@marylhurst.edu> 10/30/2002 http://www.marylhurst.edu/about-marylhurst/media-resources/news-releases/20030131-release-jan-dabrowski-named-science-department-chair.html Jan Dabrowski, Science Director at the Oregon Museum of Science and Industry, has been named Chair of the Science and Mathematics Department at Marylhurst University. Heather McLendon <hmclendon@marylhurst.edu> 1/31/2003 http://www.marylhurst.edu/about-marylhurst/media-resources/news-releases/20030410-release-auschwitz-survivor-speaks-at-marylhurst.html Kryszek will share her dramatic Holocaust story of courage, perseverance, love and gentle humor on Wednesday, May 14, at 7:00 p.m. in St. Anne's Chapel on the Marylhurst University campus. The public is invited and no admission will be charged. Heather McLendon <hmclendon@marylhurst.edu> 4/10/2003 http://www.marylhurst.edu/about-marylhurst/media-resources/news-releases/20030602-release-macritchie-and-beyer-join-board-of-trustees.html Marylhurst University has elected Andy MacRitchie and Ruth Beyer as trustees to its Board. Founded in 1893, Marylhurst was one of Oregon's first institutions of higher learning. Heather McLendon <hmclendon@marylhurst.edu> 6/2/2003 http://www.marylhurst.edu/about-marylhurst/media-resources/news-releases/20030821-release-marylhurst-holds-number-one-rank-for-small-class-size.html Marylhurst University ranked #1 in Oregon for classes under 20 students in the 2004 edition of U.S. News & World Report's Guide, America's Best Colleges. This is the second year in a row that Marylhurst received this position in the æBest Universities Master's' category, placing it among the top 60 universities in the 15-state Western region. Heather McLendon <hmclendon@marylhurst.edu> 8/21/2003 http://www.marylhurst.edu/about-marylhurst/media-resources/news-releases/20030903-release-roland-and-kerns-join-english-department.html Marylhurst University appoints Dr. Meg Roland Chair of English Literature and Writing and Dr. Perrin Kerns the department's associate faculty. Heather McLendon <hmclendon@marylhurst.edu> 9/3/2003 http://www.marylhurst.edu/about-marylhurst/media-resources/news-releases/20031201-release-new-partnership-between-marylhurst-and-mt-hood-community-college.html Mt. Hood Community College and Marylhurst University will enter into a new co-admission partnership allowing students the ease of attending both institutions. Heather McLendon <hmclendon@marylhurst.edu> 12/1/2003 http://www.marylhurst.edu/about-marylhurst/media-resources/news-releases/20040419-release-knox-alexander-join-board-of-trustees.html Marylhurst University has elected Diana Pierce Knox and Richard C. Alexander to its Board of Trustees for a three-year term. Heather McLendon <hmclendon@marylhurst.edu> 4/19/2004 http://www.marylhurst.edu/about-marylhurst/media-resources/news-releases/20040818-release-us-news-and-world-report-recognition.html Marylhurst University is cited as number one in the Pacific Northwest by U.S. News and World Report "America's Best Colleges" for highest proportion of classes under 20 in the Best Universities-Master's Western division. This is the fifth consecutive year Marylhurst has been recognized in the popular college planner and guide. Heather McLendon <hmclendon@marylhurst.edu> 8/18/2004 http://www.marylhurst.edu/about-marylhurst/media-resources/news-releases/20041116-release-wiegand-teaching-and-learning-center-dedication.html Marylhurst University Board of Trustees and community business leaders gathered on Monday, November 15, to dedicate the E.L. Wiegand Teaching and Learning Center -- a digital multimedia theater-style classroom in the BP John Administration Building. Heather McLendon <hmclendon@marylhurst.edu> 11/16/2004 http://www.marylhurst.edu/about-marylhurst/media-resources/news-releases/20050421-release-paul-sutinen-receives-bronson-fellowship.html The Bonnie Bronson Fellowship Committee is pleased to announce that Paul Sutinen has been named as the 2005 Fellow. Heather McLendon <hmclendon@marylhurst.edu> 4/21/2005 http://www.marylhurst.edu/about-marylhurst/media-resources/news-releases/20050427-release-business-programs-earn-iacbe-accreditation.html Marylhurst University announced today that its business programs had received professional accreditation from the International Assembly for Collegiate Business Education (IACBE). Heather McLendon <hmclendon@marylhurst.edu> 4/27/2005 http://www.marylhurst.edu/about-marylhurst/media-resources/news-releases/20050819-release-marylhurst-recognized-us-news-and-world-report.html U.S. News & World Report America's Best Colleges 2006 edition lists Marylhurst University as #2 in the 15-state western region for highest proportion of classes under 20 students. Prescott College in Arizona was listed as #1. Marylhurst is the only university in Oregon to rank in this category. Heather McLendon <hmclendon@marylhurst.edu> 8/19/2005 http://www.marylhurst.edu/about-marylhurst/media-resources/news-releases/20060331-release-pcc-marylhurst-articulation-agreement.html Portland Community College, Marylhurst University, Columbia Gorge and Tillamook Bay community colleges will formalize a co-admission agreement designed to improve student access to undergraduate education. Heather McLendon <hmclendon@marylhurst.edu> 3/31/2006 http://www.marylhurst.edu/about-marylhurst/media-resources/news-releases/20060707-release-marylhurst-launches-three-online-programs.html Marylhurst University announced the launch of three new online accelerated learning programs, intended to meet the needs of working business professionals seeking advancement in their careers. Heather McLendon <hmclendon@marylhurst.edu> 7/7/2006 http://www.marylhurst.edu/about-marylhurst/media-resources/news-releases/20060728-release-cida-accreditation.html The Council for Interior Design Accreditation (CIDA) today awarded accreditation to Marylhurst University's Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in Interior Design. Heather McLendon <hmclendon@marylhurst.edu> 7/28/2006 http://www.marylhurst.edu/about-marylhurst/media-resources/news-releases/20060828-release-us-news-and-world-report-rankings.html U.S. News & World Report America's Best Colleges 2007 edition lists Marylhurst University as #2 in the 15-state western region for Highest Proportion of Classes Under 20 Students. Heather McLendon <hmclendon@marylhurst.edu> 8/28/2006 http://www.marylhurst.edu/about-marylhurst/media-resources/news-releases/20060927-release-sister-helen-prejean-guest-speaker.html Sister Helen Prejean, author of Dead Man Walking: An Eyewitness Account of the Death Penalty in the United States, will discuss her work with death row inmates during a luncheon on Sunday, October 29 at Marylhurst University. Heather McLendon <hmclendon@marylhurst.edu> 9/27/2006 http://www.marylhurst.edu/about-marylhurst/media-resources/news-releases/20061005-release-women-of-distinction.html Marylhurst University honored five women at the fifth annual Women of Distinction Luncheon held at the Multnomah Athletic Club on Wednesday, October 4. Heather McLendon <hmclendon@marylhurst.edu> 10/5/2006 http://www.marylhurst.edu/about-marylhurst/media-resources/news-releases/20070402-release-new-ma-in-teaching-degree.html Marylhurst University will introduce the Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) program at the Graduate Studies Information Session on Saturday, April 21 from 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. in the Flavia Hall Salon. Department representatives from seven graduate degree programs will provide information and answer questions. To register, call 503.699.6268. Heather McLendon <hmclendon@marylhurst.edu> 4/2/2007 http://www.marylhurst.edu/about-marylhurst/media-resources/news-releases/20070612-release-nancy-wilgenbusch-retiring.html Marylhurst University president, Nancy Wilgenbusch, Ph.D., announced her intention to retire at the end of the 2007 - 2008 academic year. Heather McLendon <hmclendon@marylhurst.edu> 6/12/2007 http://www.marylhurst.edu/about-marylhurst/media-resources/news-releases/20080409-release-judith-johansen-selected-new-president.html The Marylhurst University Board of Trustees today announced the selection of Judith Johansen, J.D. as the university's 13th president. Johansen will take the helm on July 1, 2008 from the current president Nancy Wilgenbusch, who is retiring after 24 years of service to the institution. Heather McLendon <hmclendon@marylhurst.edu> 4/9/2008 http://www.marylhurst.edu/about-marylhurst/media-resources/news-releases/20081002-release-rafe-esquith-guest-speaker.html Rafe Esquith, fifth-grade teacher and author of "Teach Like Your Hair's On Fire" and "There Are No Shortcuts," will speak about the innovative teaching methods he uses to help his students, many who are first-generation immigrants, score in the top percentile on standardized tests and go on to attend top universities on Thursday, October 16, 7 p.m. in Clark Commons at Marylhurst University. This event is free and open to the public. Parking is free. For additional information, call 503.699.6250. Heather McLendon <hmclendon@marylhurst.edu> 10/2/2008 http://www.marylhurst.edu/about-marylhurst/media-resources/news-releases/20081020-release-judith-johansen-inauguration.html Judith A. Johansen, J.D. was inaugurated as the 13th president of Marylhurst University at 2 p.m. on Sunday, October 19, 2008. Heather McLendon <hmclendon@marylhurst.edu> 10/20/2008 http://www.marylhurst.edu/about-marylhurst/media-resources/news-releases/20081212-release-sony-photography-awards.html Marylhurst University is one of 14 institutions in North America chosen to compete in Student Focus, the Sony World Photography Awards' university program. Sixty institutions across six continents will be competing in the awards and Marylhurst University is one of the select few to have been chosen to take part in this prestigious international awards program. Heather McLendon <hmclendon@marylhurst.edu> 12/12/2008 http://www.marylhurst.edu/about-marylhurst/media-resources/news-releases/20090114-release-new-board-members.html Marylhurst University, a private liberal arts university serving self-directed learners of all ages, appointed Xandra T. McKeown and Greg Hogensen to its Board of Trustees for a three-year term. Heather McLendon <hmclendon@marylhurst.edu> 1/14/2009 http://www.marylhurst.edu/about-marylhurst/media-resources/news-releases/20090225-release-women-of-distinction.html Five prominent women who have served Oregon in extraordinary ways earned public recognition today from Marylhurst University at a special awards luncheon attended by more than 350 regional leaders at Multnomah Athletic Club in Portland. Heather McLendon <hmclendon@marylhurst.edu> 2/25/2009 http://www.marylhurst.edu/about-marylhurst/media-resources/news-releases/20090318-release-rick-ganz-joins-marylhurst.html Marylhurst University, a private liberal arts university serving self-directed learners of all ages, appointed Father Rick Ganz, SJ as special counsel to the president for an 18-month term beginning March 30, 2009. Heather McLendon <hmclendon@marylhurst.edu> 3/18/2009 http://www.marylhurst.edu/about-marylhurst/media-resources/news-releases/20090416-release-sesquicentennial-film-festival.html Filmmakers James Ivory and Gus Van Sant and screenwriter Mike Rich will open the Oregon Sesquicentennial Film Festival at Marylhurst on Friday, May 1 with a special event at the Mission Theater at 1624 NW Glisan in Portland. Film festival activities will continue through May 10 on the Marylhurst University campus on Highway 43 one mile south of Lake Oswego. Heather McLendon <hmclendon@marylhurst.edu> 4/16/2009 http://www.marylhurst.edu/about-marylhurst/media-resources/news-releases/20090511-release-new-online-green-mba.html Marylhurst University will expand its graduate program this summer and offer a new online MBA in sustainable business to meet a growing need in one of the few industries that is adding, not cutting jobs, thanks in part to the 2009 federal stimulus bill. Concentrations within the new degree program will address the most pertinent sustainability topics: renewable energy, green development and public policy. Inaugural classes in the new program begin June 22, and enrollment is underway. Heather McLendon <hmclendon@marylhurst.edu> 5/11/2009 http://www.marylhurst.edu/about-marylhurst/media-resources/news-releases/20090610-release-record-graduating-class.html Nearly 500 students of diverse backgrounds will earn degrees this spring and summer. Heather McLendon <hmclendon@marylhurst.edu> 6/10/2009 http://www.marylhurst.edu/about-marylhurst/media-resources/news-releases/20090729-release-volunteers-paint-labyrinth.html Students and community members recently painted an outdoor labyrinth on the Marylhurst University campus in the parking lot below Clark Commons. The painting of the labyrinth on Saturday, July 18 was a community event by a volunteer crew of Marylhurst students, faculty, staff, alumni and Lake Oswego residents. The labyrinth is free and open to the public, seven days a week during campus open hours. Everyone is invited and encouraged to walk it. Heather McLendon <hmclendon@marylhurst.edu> 7/29/2009 http://www.marylhurst.edu/about-marylhurst/media-resources/news-releases/20090930-release-emily-harris-guest-lecture.html Emily Harris, host of OPB's radio program Think Out Loud, will speak about the character and challenges of journalism in a rapidly changing world on Tuesday, October 13, in Flavia Hall Salon at Marylhurst University. Wine and hors d'oeuvres at 6:30 p.m. Presentation at 7 p.m. Sponsored by Marylhurst's Master of Arts in Interdisciplinary Studies program. Free. For information or to RSVP, contact Peggy Suzio at 503.636.8141, ext. 3309. Heather McLendon <hmclendon@marylhurst.edu> 9/30/2009 http://www.marylhurst.edu/about-marylhurst/media-resources/news-releases/20091015-release-record-enrollment.html More than 1,900 students are attending Marylhurst University this fall, a record for the liberal arts school as it launches an ambitious strategic plan under new president Judith Johansen. Heather McLendon <hmclendon@marylhurst.edu> 10/15/2009 http://www.marylhurst.edu/about-marylhurst/media-resources/news-releases/20091123-release-vienna-boys-performance.html The Vienna Boys' Choir, one of the world's oldest and most famous choirs, will perform March 3 and 4, 2010 at 7 p.m. in St. Anne's Chapel at Marylhurst University to benefit heart research and the relief effort in Haiti. Internationally known for their exceptional singing, the Vienna Boys' Choir will present a broad program, including Renaissance pieces, 20th-century compositions and Austrian folk music. Tickets are $95, and are available through Ticketmaster.com starting December 5, 2009. Heather McLendon <hmclendon@marylhurst.edu> 11/23/2009 http://www.marylhurst.edu/about-marylhurst/media-resources/news-releases/20091208-release-new-trustee-members.html Two Portland-area leaders have been elected to serve on the Marylhurst University board of trustees. Judie Hammerstad, who recently ended nearly 30 years of elected public service in Clackamas County, and Marty Ringle, chief technology officer for Reed College, are the newest additions to the 33-member Marylhurst board. Heather McLendon <hmclendon@marylhurst.edu> 12/8/2009 http://www.marylhurst.edu/about-marylhurst/media-resources/news-releases/20091214-release-belluschi-house-at-marylhurst.html A small but historically significant home designed by noted Portland architect Pietro Belluschi will be kept in Lake Oswego, now that the Marylhurst University board of trustees has endorsed a plan to give the house a permanent home on the Marylhurst campus. Heather McLendon <hmclendon@marylhurst.edu> 12/14/2009 http://www.marylhurst.edu/about-marylhurst/media-resources/news-releases/20100121-release-faculty-promotions.html New leadership will enhance support for faculty and academic programs. Veteran Marylhurst University faculty members have been elevated to assistant deans as part of a long-term effort to provide additional support to faculty and students, and enhance the many growing programs at this 1,900-student university just south of Lake Oswego. Heather McLendon <hmclendon@marylhurst.edu> 1/21/2010 http://www.marylhurst.edu/about-marylhurst/media-resources/news-releases/20100512-release-kremers-receives-national-recognition.html Michele Kremers, Marylhurst University interior design instructor, has been selected as a National Endowment for the Humanities Summer Scholar. She will attend one of 10 study opportunities supported by the NEH. Heather McLendon <hmclendon@marylhurst.edu> 5/12/2010 http://www.marylhurst.edu/about-marylhurst/media-resources/news-releases/20100518-release-million-dollar-gift.html Marylhurst University has received a $1 million gift from the estate of longtime Marylhurst University benefactor Maybelle Clark Macdonald. The money will be used to fund student scholarships. Heather McLendon <hmclendon@marylhurst.edu> 5/18/2010 http://www.marylhurst.edu/about-marylhurst/media-resources/news-releases/20100608-release-expanded-green-mba.html Just a year after introducing a new MBA in sustainable business for online students, Marylhurst University is now launching a campus-based version of this highly successful program for students who prefer to take classes in person. Heather McLendon <hmclendon@marylhurst.edu> 6/8/2010 http://www.marylhurst.edu/about-marylhurst/media-resources/news-releases/20100608-release-largest-graduating-class.html When Pat Sharp, a 69-year-old child care business operator, decided to finish her bachelor's degree two years ago, the final push came from her daughter, Kimberle Woodall-McGaw, 50, who decided they should complete their degrees together. And that's what they're doing this spring. Both will graduate from Marylhurst University in June. Heather McLendon <hmclendon@marylhurst.edu> 6/8/2010 http://www.marylhurst.edu/about-marylhurst/media-resources/news-releases/20100825-release-mary-catherine-bateson.html American writer and cultural anthropologist Mary Catherine Bateson will speak at Marylhurst University about her book "Composing a Further Life: The Age of Active Wisdom" on Tuesday, September 28 from 7 to 9 p.m. She will discuss aging as an improvisational art form calling for imagination and willingness to learn. Bateson will share the experiences of men and women--herself included--who have found new meaning and ways to contribute by composing their lives in new patterns. Heather McLendon <hmclendon@marylhurst.edu> 8/25/2010 http://www.marylhurst.edu/about-marylhurst/media-resources/news-releases/20100920-release-david-oliver-relin.html David Oliver Relin, co-author of the best-selling book "Three Cups of Tea," will visit Marylhurst University on Saturday, October 16, 2010 at 7:30 p.m. to discuss hunger in America and how it is sweeping over millions of people throughout the nation who face food insecurity. Heather McLendon <hmclendon@marylhurst.edu> 09/20/2010 http://www.marylhurst.edu/about-marylhurst/media-resources/news-releases/20100922-trustees-and-leaders.html Marylhurst University has added four new members to its board of trustees, as well as several new administrative leaders in advance of fall term. Heather McLendon <hmclendon@marylhurst.edu> 09/22/2010 http://www.marylhurst.edu/about-marylhurst/media-resources/news-releases/20110111-release-gail-krumenauer-career-workshop.html Gail Kiles Krumenauer, an economist with the state of Oregon's Workforce and Economic Research Division, will lead a career development workshop at Marylhurst University on Tuesday, February 1, 2011. She has new research to share from the future hiring survey of employers in Oregon and will supply projections for the six-month period that ends April 2011. In addition, she will share new research which in indicates that job applicants need to exceed minimum qualifications in this tough market. She will reveal what it takes to be seen as a competitive applicant. Heather McLendon <hmclendon@marylhurst.edu> 01/11/2011 http://www.marylhurst.edu/about-marylhurst/media-resources/news-releases/20110119-release-undergraduate-information-session.html Marylhurst University will host an undergraduate information meeting for individuals who want to visit the campus and learn about earning a bachelor's degree on Saturday, February 26. This free event will showcase current students and faculty who will talk about the Marylhurst experience. Participants will learn about bachelor's degree programs, financial aid, career services and credit for prior learning. Campus tours will be provided. Heather McLendon <hmclendon@marylhurst.edu> 01/19/2011 http://www.marylhurst.edu/about-marylhurst/media-resources/news-releases/20110120-release-talk-on-bullying.html Marylhurst University will host a discussion about bullying from the perspective of children and adults on Thursday, February 10, 2011 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Attendees will learn how to avoid becoming the target of a bully and tips on what to do if they are being bullied. Issues that affect young people in school, social settings and social media will be presented. Adults affected by bullying at home and in the workplace will learn how to deal with these situations. Heather McLendon <hmclendon@marylhurst.edu> 01/20/2011 http://www.marylhurst.edu/about-marylhurst/media-resources/news-releases/20110131-release-interior-design-conversation.html Marylhurst University's interior design program will host a conversation about the details and characteristics of materials as they relate to design and performance on Friday, February 18 at 6:30 p.m. The discussion will focus on product, material and fashion as it explores the relationships of design, economics, performance and environment. Topics will include the origins and rise of regional materiality through a globally-connected design community. Heather McLendon <hmclendon@marylhurst.edu> 01/31/2011 http://www.marylhurst.edu/about-marylhurst/media-resources/news-releases/20110208-release-steve-joiner-career-workshop.html Steve Joiner--co-founder of 21st Century Worklife, an organization dedicated to helping individuals reclaim their power, potential and peace of mind at work--will lead a career development workshop at Marylhurst University about the new concept of being a career entrepreneur. Heather McLendon <hmclendon@marylhurst.edu> 02/08/2011 http://www.marylhurst.edu/about-marylhurst/media-resources/news-releases/20110309-release-father-ganz-named-vp.html Marylhurst University President Judith Johansen has named Father Rick Ganz, SJ as vice president for community relations. Heather McLendon <hmclendon@marylhurst.edu> 03/09/2011 http://www.marylhurst.edu/about-marylhurst/media-resources/news-releases/20110309-release-nick-bezzarides-guest-lecture.html Nick Bezzarides will speak about the unique business applications in permaculture at Marylhurst University on Thursday, April 14 from 6:30 to 7:45 p.m. In this business-focused seminar, Bezzerides will present the basics of permaculture. Then he will talk about how to use permaculture principles in business areas such as vertical integration, supply chain security, reduced costs, stability through diversity of revenue sources and increased employee satisfaction. Heather McLendon <hmclendon@marylhurst.edu> 03/09/2011 http://www.marylhurst.edu/about-marylhurst/media-resources/news-releases/20110311-dance-past-moves-exhibitions.html Two new exhibitions will open at The Art Gym Sunday, April 3, with a reception and performances from 3 to 6 p.m. Both exhibitions continue through Sunday, May 15. "Dance: before, after,during" opens in the gallery's main space and presents preparatory materials, documentation and performances by four Portland-based choreographers -- Linda Austin, Susan Banyas, Tahni Holt and Linda K. Johnson. "Past Moves: Selected Archival Footage of Dance Performance in the 1970s and 1980s" focuses on documentation of the work of the Portland Dance Theater and the companies that grew out of it. It will be presented in The Art Gym's Gallery 2. Heather McLendon <hmclendon@marylhurst.edu> 03/11/2011 http://www.marylhurst.edu/about-marylhurst/media-resources/news-releases/20110404-release-robert-pyle-reading-event.html Marylhurst University will host a book reading and discussion with Robert Michael Pyle on Thursday, April 21 from 3:30 to 5 p.m. Pyle has been a full-time freelance writer, teacher, speaker and biologist for 30 years. Among the many environmental-literature writers, Pyle stands out as an actual scientist who writes with sensitivity and poetry about the world we inhabit and share with other creatures. Heather McLendon <hmclendon@marylhurst.edu> 4/4/11 http://www.marylhurst.edu/about-marylhurst/media-resources/news-releases/20110405-barry-childs-guest-lecture.html Africa Bridge Founder Barry Childs will speak at Marylhurst University about how micro banking has assisted vulnerable children and their families in Tanzania on Tuesday, April 26, 2011. For more than a decade, Africa Bridge has helped set up 28 income-generating farming cooperatives in 16 villages in Southwest Tanzania. During this time, Africa Bridge has also built classrooms and medical clinics, provided agricultural training and improved the lives of more than 3,500 children, their families and their village communities. Heather McLendon <hmclendon@marylhurst.edu> 04/05/2011 http://www.marylhurst.edu/about-marylhurst/media-resources/news-releases/20110406-release-deep-green-event.html Marylhurst University will host a film viewing and directors talk with Matt Briggs, Lake Oswego resident and director of "Deep Green," a documentary about solutions to stop global warming on Thursday, April 28. Based on six years of research, "Deep Green" brings clarity to this increasingly urgent situation with stories from around the world that are filled with startling revelations and fascinating facts. Heather McLendon <hmclendon@marylhurst.edu> 04/06/2011 http://www.marylhurst.edu/about-marylhurst/media-resources/news-releases/20110413-release-handmade-musical-instrument-exhibit.html More than 80 artisans from across the Pacific Northwest will display all types of guitars, bowed and stringed instruments, mandolins, banjos, flutes and ancient instruments at the 35th annual Handmade Musical Instrument Exhibit at Marylhurst University on Saturday, April 30 and Sunday, May 1. Heather McLendon <hmclendon@marylhurst.edu> 04/13/2011 http://www.marylhurst.edu/about-marylhurst/media-resources/news-releases/20110413-release-labyrinth-walk.html Marylhurst University will host a local labyrinth walk as part of the third annual World Labyrinth Day celebration on Saturday, May 7. This labyrinth walk is one of many to be held around the world at 1 p.m. in each time zone, creating a rolling wave of peaceful energy as the world turns. Heather McLendon <hmclendon@marylhurst.edu> 04/13/2011 http://www.marylhurst.edu/about-marylhurst/media-resources/news-releases/20110427-release-james-roddey-guest-lecture.html The City of Lake Oswego and Marylhurst University will host a talk by James Roddey, an earthquake expert from the Oregon Department of Geology and Mineral Industries (DOGAMI), on May 11 at Marylhurst. He will speak about the similarities between the March 11 earthquake in Japan and a potential Cascadia subduction zone earthquake; the likelihood of a catastrophic earthquake in the Pacific Northwest; and how an earthquake would affect Oregon's roads and bridges. Heather McLendon <hmclendon@marylhurst.edu> 04/27/2011 http://www.marylhurst.edu/about-marylhurst/media-resources/news-releases/20110518-release-michael-lammers-wins-preservation-award.html The Lake Oswego Historic Resources Advisory Board (HRAB) yesterday honored Michael Lammers, Marylhurst University vice president of finance and facilities, with the 2011 Historic Preservation Merit Award. The timing of this award coincides with National Preservation Month, a celebration dedicated to ensuring our nation's treasures are protected for future generations. Heather McLendon <hmclendon@marylhurst.edu> 05/18/2011 http://www.marylhurst.edu/about-marylhurst/media-resources/news-releases/20120613-release-degree-candidates.html Artist Mallory Pilcher exhibited her work while doing social justice volunteer work in the local community, and now she will use her Master of Arts in Art Therapy Counseling degree to help returning women veterans with post-traumatic stress disorder integrate back into society. She will be among the 668 undergraduate and graduate degree candidates honored at Marylhurst University's 118th commencement ceremonies Saturday, June 16 at the Oregon Convention Center. Karen Pederson <kpederson@marylhurst.edu> 06/13/2012 http://www.marylhurst.edu/about-marylhurst/media-resources/news-releases/20120612-release-mba-consortium.html Marylhurst University is partnering with seven other universities throughout the country to offer expanded opportunities for its MBA students to take courses in sustainable business. Karen Pederson <kpederson@marylhurst.edu> 06/12/2012 http://www.marylhurst.edu/about-marylhurst/media-resources/news-releases/20120531-release-summer-on-the-green.html Shakespeare returns to Summer on the Green at Marylhurst University with three outdoor shows in the Lajos Balogh Performance Shell. The series, in its third year, includes a free play once a month this summer guaranteed to entertain audiences with drama, tragedy and lively merrymaking. "Hamlet" and "Twelfth Night" will be performed by Shakespeare in the Parks program of the Portland Actors Ensemble. "As You Like It" will be performed by the Original Practice Shakespeare Festival in the manner Shakespeare's own actors did at Globe Theater. Karen Pederson <kpederson@marylhurst.edu> 05/31/2012 http://www.marylhurst.edu/about-marylhurst/media-resources/news-releases/20120524-release-performance-shell.html Music will fill the Marylhurst University campus in mid-June to mark the dedication of the Lajos Balogh Performance Shell, a new outdoor performance venue. Karen Pederson <kpederson@marylhurst.edu> 05/24/12 http://www.marylhurst.edu/about-marylhurst/media-resources/news-releases/20120508-release-bfa-thesis-exhibition.html Marylhurst University opens the 2012 Bachelor of Fine Arts Thesis Exhibition with a preview reception in The Art Gym from 6 to 8 p.m., Wednesday, May 30. The 2012 Bachelor of Fine Arts Thesis Exhibition presents work by seven BFA candidates: Kelly Casad, Michael Dambach, Harper Jade, Kimberly Kelly, Joanne Radmilovich Kollman, April Levy and Sarah Pruett. The exhibition includes sculpture by Dambach and Levy and paintings by Casad, Jade, Kelly, Kollman and Pruett. Tue, 08 May 2012 00:00:00 EDT http://www.marylhurst.edu/about-marylhurst/media-resources/news-releases/20120221-release-jennifer-sasser-award.html The Association for Gerontology in Higher Education has named Jennifer Sasser, chair of the Department of Human Sciences at Marylhurst University, a winner of its 2012 Distinguished Faculty Award. Tue, 21 Feb 2012 00:00:00 EST http://www.marylhurst.edu/about-marylhurst/media-resources/news-releases/20120216-release-portland2012.html The Art Gym is one of five venues presenting Portland2012, a biennial of contemporary art sponsored by Disjecta, produced by Disjecta Interdisciplinary Art Center and curated by Prudence F. Roberts. The Art Gym is presenting eight of the 24 chosen artists. The Art Gym will open its part of Portland2012 with a reception on Sunday, February 26 from 3 to 5 p.m., and will host a discussion with the artists and curator on Thursday, March 15 at noon. Thu, 16 Feb 2012 00:00:00 EST http://www.marylhurst.edu/about-marylhurst/media-resources/news-releases/20120126-release-shirley-nanette-performance.html Marylhurst University will continue the World Voices concert series with a performance by Shirley Nanette, a local jazz vocalist inducted into the Oregon Music Hall of Fame, on Thursday, February 9 at 7:30 p.m. in St. Anne's Chapel. Thu, 26 Jan 2012 00:00:00 EST http://www.marylhurst.edu/about-marylhurst/media-resources/news-releases/20111221-release-anonymous-exhibition.html The Art Gym is opening its winter season Sunday, January 8 at 3 p.m. with a reception for Anonymous, an exhibition organized by guest curator Micah Malone. Anonymous includes work by six artists who have agreed to remain anonymous and will be identified in the exhibition as Artist A, Artist B, Artist C, Artist D, Artist E and Artist F. Anonymous will include painting, wall drawings, sculpture, video and installation and continue through Wednesday, February 15. Wed, 21 Dec 2011 00:00:00 EST http://www.marylhurst.edu/about-marylhurst/media-resources/news-releases/20111129-release-new-trustees.html Two Portland-area business leaders have been elected to serve on the Marylhurst University Board of Trustees. Chip Terhune, director of environmental and government affairs for Schnitzer Steel Industries, and Dr. Stephen Brown, president of Custom Decorators, Inc., joined the 33-member Marylhurst board this fall. Tue, 29 Nov 2011 00:00:00 EST http://www.marylhurst.edu/about-marylhurst/media-resources/news-releases/20111122-release-new-deans.html Marylhurst University has created one new college and two new schools to house its burgeoning academic programs and three long-time faculty members have been named as deans of the three new academic units. Dr. Jan Dabrowski has been elevated to dean of the College of Arts and Sciences. Dr. Debrah Bokowski was named dean of the School of Graduate Studies. Mary Bradbury Jones has been promoted to dean of the School of Business. Tue, 22 Nov 2011 00:00:00 EST http://www.marylhurst.edu/about-marylhurst/media-resources/news-releases/20111026-release-creative-arts-therapies-conference.html Creative arts therapists, who use techniques such as art, dance, drama, music and poetry (within the psycho-therapeutic process) to help people deal with an array of emotional and physical challenges, will gather at the fourth annual Creative Arts Therapies Association (CATA) conference to learn about new research showing the compelling impacts creative arts therapy can have on brain activity. Keynote speaker Dr. Larry Sherman, a musician and neurobiologist at Oregon Health & Science University, will discuss the neurobiological links between creative arts therapies and the brain?s right hemisphere, which governs intuition and imagination, in his talk, Music and the Brain. Wed, 26 Oct 2011 00:00:00 EDT http://www.marylhurst.edu/about-marylhurst/media-resources/news-releases/20111013-release-moira-smiley-voco-performance.html Marylhurst University will kick off the World Voices concert series this fall with a performance by Moira Smiley & VOCO, an ensemble of extraordinary musicians who share a passion for spreading powerful, emotional music driven by lush four-part vocal harmony. Their visionary blend of voices redefines harmony singing with the power and physicality of folksong, the avant-garde fearlessness of Béla Bartók and the delicious, vaudevillian accompaniment of cello, banjo, accordion and body percussion. Thu, 13 Oct 2011 00:00:00 EDT http://www.marylhurst.edu/about-marylhurst/media-resources/news-releases/20110928-release-leadership-roles-expanded.html Marylhurst University President Judith Johansen has named a long-time university trustee to a part-time staff leadership position, and elevated two existing cabinet officers to broader leadership roles. Wed, 28 Sep 2011 00:00:00 EDT http://www.marylhurst.edu/about-marylhurst/media-resources/news-releases/20110920-release-toronto-consort-performance.html The Toronto Consort, Canada's leading early music chamber ensemble, will perform the Da Vinci Codex at Marylhurst University. The Toronto Consort is internationally recognized for its excellence in the performance of medieval, renaissance and early baroque music. Tue, 20 Sep 2011 00:00:00 EDT http://www.marylhurst.edu/about-marylhurst/media-resources/news-releases/20110908-release-new-sustainable-business-programs.html To meet the growing demand for business programs that emphasize sustainable practices, this fall term Marylhurst University will launch a new online Bachelor of Science in sustainable business and online post-baccalaureate and post-graduate certificates in sustainable business. Thu, 08 Sep 2011 00:00:00 EDT http://www.marylhurst.edu/about-marylhurst/media-resources/news-releases/20110825-release-david-eckard-exhibition.html The Art Gym is opening its fall 2011 season at 3 p.m. Sunday, October 2, with a reception for David Eckard: Deployment. The exhibition is a mid-career survey that covers 20 years of the Portland-based artist?s career. It continues through Sunday, December 11. Thu, 25 Aug 2011 00:00:00 EDT http://www.marylhurst.edu/about-marylhurst/media-resources/news-releases/20110713-release-tom-ruhl-memorial.html Two events will be held this Saturday, July 16 on the Marylhurst University campus to honor Dr. Thomas Ruhl, founder and chair of the university?s graduate education department, who died last week. A memorial service is scheduled for 1 p.m. in St. Anne?s Chapel. Following the service, a ?Celebration of Tom Ruhl?s Life? will be held from 2 to 4 p.m. in Clark Commons. This second event will feature several speakers and formal opportunities for guests to share their memories of Ruhl. Wed, 13 Jul 2011 00:00:00 EDT http://www.marylhurst.edu/about-marylhurst/media-resources/news-releases/20110707-release-marylhurst-mourns-loss.html The entire Marylhurst University community is mourning the loss today of Dr. Thomas Ruhl, founder and chair of the university?s graduate program in education. Thu, 07 Jul 2011 00:00:00 EDT http://www.marylhurst.edu/about-marylhurst/media-resources/news-releases/20110622-release-shakespeare-at-marylhurst.html Shakespeare theater returns to Marylhurst University this summer with a three-performance series titled Shakespeare on the Green. The shows are outdoors. Blankets or low chairs are recommended. Wed, 22 Jun 2011 00:00:00 EDT http://www.marylhurst.edu/about-marylhurst/media-resources/news-releases/20110613-release-largest-graduating-class.html A record 748 degree candidates will honored at Marylhurst University's 117th commencement ceremonies Saturday, June 18 at the Oregon Convention Center. Marylhurst will award 269 bachelor's degrees and 479 master's degrees to the institution's largest ever class of graduates. Mon, 13 Jun 2011 00:00:00 EDT http://www.marylhurst.edu/about-marylhurst/media-resources/news-releases/20110531-release-portland-summer-ensembles-performance.html For the second year in a row, Portland Summer Ensembles (PSE) will provide young musical artists the opportunity to study chamber, orchestral and solo music with many of Portland?s outstanding classical music soloists and orchestral players on the Marylhurst University campus. The public is invited to attend the professional performances of these talented young musicians and their coaches, who are principal members of the Oregon Symphony, on June 29 and July 1, 2011. Tue, 31 May 2011 00:00:00 EDT http://www.marylhurst.edu/about-marylhurst/media-resources/news-releases/20110524-release-annual-awards-dinner.html More than 300 guests gathered at Marylhurst University?s 24th annual awards dinner on Monday, May 23 to honor individuals who have made exceptional contributions to the university ? Lajos Balogh, Simeon Dreyfuss, Nancy Gibson, Karen Lynch and Ian McCallum. Tue, 24 May 2011 00:00:00 EDT http://www.marylhurst.edu/about-marylhurst/media-resources/news-releases/20110519-release-bfa-thesis-exhibition.html Marylhurst University will open two shows with preview receptions in The Art Gym on Wednesday, May 25 from 6 to 8 p.m. The gallery is presenting the 2011 Bachelor of Fine Arts Thesis Exhibition with works by thesis candidates Kyeve Hurtado and Stephanie Ulrich; and in Gallery 2: Margaret Shirley. A thank you for thirty years of teaching. The BFA thesis exhibition includes sculpture by Hurtado and drawings by Ulrich. The exhibition continues through June 19. The thesis candidates will give a Gallery Talk Thursday, June 2 at noon. Thu, 19 May 2011 00:00:00 EDT