‘Berg To Host American College Theatre Festival
Muhlenberg College will host the Kennedy Center American College Theatre Festival for Region II from January 7-11, 2004.
Wednesday, December 31, 2003 10:13 AM
'Berg IJCU To Present Community Series On Clearfield Oratorio
The Institute for Jewish-Christian Understanding (IJCU) of Muhlenberg College and the Lehigh Valley Chamber Orchestra (LVCO) will present a pre-concert community series culminating in the performance of Andrea Clearfield's "Women of Valor," January 13-17, 2004.
Thursday, December 18, 2003 10:16 AM
New National Poll: Docs Say This Flu Season Nothing To Sneeze At
Results of a new national survey of physicians confirm that a vast majority of U.S. physicians don't have adequate reserves of injectable flu vaccine, while revealing that doctors believe this year's flu epidemic hasn't yet reached its peak.
Thursday, December 25, 2003 10:27 AM
Sherk And Badt Exhibition To Open Tuesday
"Point, Line, Plane," a collaborative exhibition by sculptor Scott Sherk, chair of Muhlenberg College's art department, and painter Pat Badt, will open Tuesday, December 9, at Lafayette College's Grossman Gallery. The exhibition will run through January 24, 2004.
Tuesday, December 9, 2003 00:15 PM
Information Session At The Wescoe School Of Muhlenberg College
The Wescoe School of Muhlenberg College will host an information session for prospective students, Wednesday, January 7, 2004, 3-7 p.m., in the Gabriel House on the main campus, 2400 Chew Street (across from the Trexler Library).
Monday, December 8, 2003 00:16 PM
Moyer Named Outstanding Fundraiser
Tilghman H. Moyer, vice president for development and alumni relations at Muhlenberg College, has been named Outstanding Fundraising Executive by the Eastern Pennsylvania chapter of the Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP).
Tuesday, November 25, 2003 00:19 PM
Wescoe School Now Registering Spring Classes
The Wescoe School of Muhlenberg College is now accepting registrations for the spring semester. Nearly 100 liberal arts courses will be offered, with classes beginning on Tuesday, January 20, 2004. Spring classes in the accelerated degree completion program will begin the week of January 14.
Monday, November 24, 2003 00:29 PM
Walsh Named Distinguished Visiting Scholar At Muhlenberg College
Dr. Vivian Walsh has been named Distinguished Visiting Scholar in Economics and Philosophy at Muhlenberg College.
Friday, November 21, 2003 00:31 PM
Muhlenberg Senior Named Rotary Scholar
Michael J. Hogentogler, a Muhlenberg College senior majoring in business finance and communication, has been named a 2004-05 Rotary Foundation Ambassadorial Scholar
Wednesday, November 19, 2003 00:40 PM
Phi Alpha Theta Inducts New Members
Muhlenberg College is proud to announce that 12 students have been inducted into Phi Alpha Theta, the national history honors society.
Tuesday, November 18, 2003 10:37 AM
National Hunger Homelessness Awareness Week At Muhlenberg College
Muhlenberg College will kick off National Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Week with a panel discussion.
Monday, November 17, 2003 10:41 AM
MTA To Present "Scenes From An Execution"
The Muhlenberg Theatre Association will present acclaimed British playwright Howard Barker's epic drama "Scenes from an Execution," November 14-23, in the Studio Theatre, Trexler Pavilion for Theatre and Dance.
Monday, November 10, 2003 10:42 AM
Suburban Sprawl Discussion & Documentary At Muhlenberg College
"Save our Land, Save our Towns," a PBS documentary that examines the causes, effects and remedies of suburban sprawl, will be shown at Muhlenberg College, Thursday, November 13, 7:30 p.m
Monday, November 10, 2003 10:43 AM
Muhlenberg's Institute For Jewish-Christian Understanding To Sponsor Youth Conference
The Muhlenberg College Institute for Jewish-Christian Understanding will sponsor its semi-annual Youth and Prejudice Conference on Monday, November 10, and Wednesday, November 12, 9 a.m.-1:30 p.m.
Thursday, November 6, 2003 10:45 AM
“Alumni In The Classroom” Week At Muhlenberg College
Funded by a grant from PNC Bank, Muhlenberg College's office of career development and placement and the office of alumni relations will offer its annual Alumni in the Classroom Week, November 3-7.
Thursday, October 30, 2003 10:46 AM
Award-Winning Director To Discuss Churchill Plays At Muhlenberg
Thursday, October 30, 2003 10:49 AM
Local Poet To Appear At Muhlenberg
Len Roberts, author of eight books and three chapbooks of poetry, will give a public reading Monday, November 3, 7 p.m
Tuesday, October 28, 2003 10:50 AM
Information Session At The Wescoe School Of Muhlenberg College
The Wescoe School of Muhlenberg College will host an information session for prospective students, Wednesday, November 5, 3-7 p.m., in the Gabriel House on the main campus, 2400 Chew Street (across from the Trexler Library).
Monday, October 27, 2003 10:56 AM
"On The Town" Opens At Muhlenberg College
Musical "On the Town" by Leonard Bernstein, Jerome Robbins, Betty Comden and Adolph Green, will open October 24 at Muhlenberg College in the Paul C. Empie Theater, Baker Center for the Arts.
Tuesday, October 21, 2003 00:18 PM
Muhlenberg Hires New Greek Affairs Director
Muhlenberg College is pleased to announce that Christopher S. Jachimowicz has been named director of leadership development and Greek affairs.
Tuesday, October 21, 2003 00:19 PM
Contemporary Art To Be Displayed At Muhlenberg's Martin Art Gallery
Muhlenberg College's Martin Art Gallery will display works gifted from the personal collection of Harriet and Don Rothfeld '59.
Monday, October 20, 2003 00:22 PM
First Female "Van Cliburn Competition" Winner In Three Decades To Play At Muhlenberg College
A Golden Year of Muhlenberg College's piano series will continue Friday, November 7, 2003, with a concert by Olga Kern at 8 p.m. in the Paul C. Empie Theatre, Baker Center for the Arts.
Monday, October 20, 2003 00:23 PM
Performance Artist Alix Olson To Perform At Muhlenberg College
Alix Olson, touring folk poet and spoken word artist, will perform at Muhlenberg College, Monday, October 27, 7 p.m., in Miller Forum, Moyer Hall.
Thursday, October 16, 2003 00:27 PM
Pulitzer Prizewinner To Discuss Sustainability At Muhlenberg College
Tom Hylton, chairman of the Pottstown Planning Commission, will present "Planning for Sustainable Communities," a slideshow and discussion on land use in Pennsylvania, at Muhlenberg College, Monday, October 20, 7 p.m., in Miller Forum, Moyer Hall.
Thursday, October 16, 2003 00:31 PM
Muhlenberg Bookstore Names New Textbook Manager
Muhlenberg College has named Joseph Hardenberg textbook manager for the 'Berg Bookshop.
Thursday, October 9, 2003 00:53 PM
Environmental Activist To Speak At Muhlenberg College
Terri Swearingen, a recipient of the Goldman Environmental Prize, will speak at Muhlenberg College, Tuesday, October 14, at 7 p.m. in the Miller Forum, Moyer Hall.
Wednesday, October 8, 2003 00:55 PM
Author Of "The English Patient" To Speak At Muhlenberg College
Poet and novelist Michael Ondaatje, who won the Booker Prize in 1992 for "The English Patient," later made into the Academy Award-winning film, will give a public reading at Muhlenberg College, Monday, October 20, at 8 p.m. in the Baker Theater, Trexler Pavilion for Theatre and Dance.
Wednesday, October 8, 2003 00:58 PM
Fall Courses Available At The Wescoe School
The second fall term of the Wescoe School of Muhlenberg College's liberal arts program will begin Monday, October 20.
Monday, October 6, 2003 01:00 PM
Muhlenberg's Wescoe Students To Graduate
Fifty-one students at the Wescoe School of Muhlenberg College, formerly known as Muhlenberg Evening College, will participate in commencement exercises, Saturday, October 4, 11 a.m., in the Egner Memorial Chapel. The graduates have completed programs in business administration, human resource management and information systems.
Tuesday, September 30, 2003 01:02 PM
Muhlenberg College To Participate In Nsf-Funded Math-Science Initiative
Muhlenberg College is one of 13 Pennsylvania colleges and universities partnering with nonprofit organizations to improve mathematics and science instruction in 46 Pennsylvania and New Jersey school districts.
Monday, October 6, 2003 01:12 PM
'Berg Professor Receives Latin Alliance Award
Dr. Erika M. Sutherland, associate professor of Spanish at Muhlenberg College, received the Friend of the Latin Alliance Award at the Latin Alliance Festival, Sunday, September 20, in Allentown.
Tuesday, September 23, 2003 01:13 PM
Muhlenberg College Office Of Community Service Human Relations Award Winner
The Muhlenberg College office of community service will receive an Allentown Human Relations Commission Award at the annual Allentown Human Relations Commissions dinner, Thursday, October 2, 2003. For information about the dinner, call Lauren Giguere, 610-439-5965.
Thursday, September 25, 2003 01:15 PM
Muhlenberg College Biology Professor Receives NSF Grant
Dr. Bruce Wightman, associate professor of biology at Muhlenberg College, has received a $343,838 grant from the National Science Foundation. The research award will support his study of the function of the NR2E genes in the nematode worm Caenorhabitis elegans
Wednesday, September 24, 2003 01:16 PM
Booker Prize Winner Peter Carey To Speak At Muhlenberg College
Novelist Peter Carey, who won the Booker Prize in 1998 for "Oscar and Lucinda" and in 2001 for "True History of the Kelly Gang," will give a public reading at Muhlenberg College, Monday, September 29, 7 p.m., in the Recital Hall, Baker Center for the Arts.
Tuesday, September 16, 2003 01:18 PM
Muhlenberg College To Host Special Screening Of "Davey And Goliath" Documentary ALLENTOWN, Pa. (September 12, 2003) - Muhlenberg College will host a
Muhlenberg College will host a special screening of "Oh Davey...History of the 'Davey and Goliath' Television Series," a documentary produced by the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA), Sunday, October 12, 4 p.m., Miller Forum, Moyer Hall.
Friday, September 12, 2003 01:19 PM
Muhlenberg College Alumna Receives Wall Street Journal Achievement Award
Lisa Marie Valerio of Milford, Conn., a 2003 graduate of Muhlenberg College, has received a Wall Street Journal Student Achievement Award.
Wednesday, September 10, 2003 01:20 PM
Muhlenberg College Establishes Kosher Residence Facility
Shalom Bayit, a new Muhlenberg College-owned house for traditionally observant Jewish students, was dedicated in a ceremony at the College, Sunday, August 31.
Wednesday, September 10, 2003 01:22 PM
Muhlenberg College Receives Lab Equipment Award From Li-Cor Biosciences
Muhlenberg College has received a DNA sequencer from LI-COR Biosciences. The College was given the DNA sequencer as the winner of the 2003 DNA Undergraduate Sequencer Award.
Tuesday, September 9, 2003 01:25 PM
Yundi Li Opens 20th Anniversary Piano Series At Muhlenberg College
A Golden Year of piano recitals at Muhlenberg College will kick off Friday, September 19, with a concert by Yundi Li at 8 p.m. Tickets are $20 general admission, $14 for senior citizens and $5 for students, available through the Muhlenberg College music department, 484-664-3363.
Thursday, September 4, 2003 01:33 PM
Muhlenberg’s Martin Art Gallery Presents Forman’s Thread Paintings
Muhlenberg College’s Martin Art Gallery will present “Robert Forman: Thread Paintings,” opening September 24 with an opening reception 5-7 p.m.; the artist will speak at 6 p.m.
Thursday, September 4, 2003 01:35 PM
Muhlenberg College Names New Religion Chair
Hemchand Gossai, Ph.D., has been named chair of the religion department of Muhlenberg College.
Thursday, August 28, 2003 01:50 PM
Helm To Be Installed As President Of Muhlenberg College
Dr. Peyton Randolph Helm will be installed as the 11th president of Muhlenberg College during an inauguration ceremony, Sunday, October 19, 2:30 p.m. Helm began his duties as president on July 1.
Thursday, August 28, 2003 01:51 PM
Muhlenberg College Center For Ethics Presents Series On Sustainability
This fall, the Muhlenberg College Center for Ethics will present a series of programs titled Sustainable Communities: Balancing Economy, Ecology, and Justice.
Wednesday, August 27, 2003 01:53 PM
Muhlenberg College Opens Hillcrest House
Muhlenberg College and Alpha Tau Omega National fraternity will celebrate the opening of Hillcrest House with a ribbon-cutting ceremony and house tour, Thursday, August 28, 5:30 p.m., at Hillcrest House, 2302 Chew Street, Allentown.
Wednesday, August 27, 2003 01:58 PM
Dudding To Deliver Wescoe Commencement Address
Griffith Dudding, Ph.D., will deliver the commencement address to graduates of the Wescoe School of Muhlenberg College, at 11 a.m.
Friday, August 22, 2003 02:00 PM
Muhlenberg College Names New Department Heads
Dr. Marjorie Hass, interim dean of the College for faculty and vice president for academic affairs, has announced that four members of the Muhlenberg College faculty have been named heads of their respective academic departments.
Thursday, August 21, 2003 02:01 PM
Muhlenberg Students Return To Campus
Members of the Class of 2007 at Muhlenberg College will move into the residence halls this Friday, August 22. Muhlenberg will welcome 591 freshmen to campus this year. Total enrollment has remained stable at 2100 students for the past few years.
Wednesday, August 20, 2003 10:37 AM
Muhlenberg College Included Among Kaplan’s Guide To 328 Most Interesting Colleges
Muhlenberg College has been recognized in Kaplan Publishing’s “Unofficial, Unbiased Guide to the 328 Most Interesting Colleges.” The 2004 edition ($20.00) is available in bookstores now.
Friday, August 15, 2003 10:38 AM
Dr. Paul Frary Named 'Berg Department Chair For Accounting, Business And Economics
Dr. Paul Frary has been named Chair of theDepartment of Accounting, Business and Economics at Muhlenberg College. Frary has been a professor at Muhlenberg since 1990.
Wednesday, August 6, 2003 10:40 AM
Century Fund Donates New Carillon For Muhlenberg College's Miller Tower
Thanks to a generous donation by the Century Fund, Muhlenberg College has a new, digital, electronic carillon. The carillon will replace the old carillon in the Haas College Center’s Miller Tower.
Monday, August 4, 2003 10:42 AM
Fall Courses Available At The Wescoe School
The Wescoe School of Muhlenberg College will offer more than 75 liberal arts courses this fall. Classes in the liberal arts program will begin Monday, August 25. Fall sessions in the accelerated degree completion program will begin Tuesday, September 2.
Wednesday, September 3, 2003 10:43 AM
Wescoe School Staff To Present Workshop On Adult Learning At International Conference
Jane Hudak, associate dean of the Wescoe School of Muhlenberg College, and Joseph Kornfeind, director of the Wescoe School’s business administration program, will present “Mentoring: Bridging the Gap for the Accelerated Program” at the Council for Adult and Experiential Learning’s (CAEL) international conference in San Diego this November.
Friday, August 1, 2003 10:45 AM
Ken Butler Named Executive Assistant To The President At 'Berg
Ken Butler has been named executive assistant to the president at Muhlenberg College. Butler will work directly with President Randy Helm and be part of the senior management team of the College.
Wednesday, July 30, 2003 10:48 AM
Information Session At The Wescoe School Of Muhlenberg College
The Wescoe School of Muhlenberg College will host an information session for prospective students, Tuesday, August 12, 3-7 p.m., in the Gabriel House on the main campus, 2400 Chew Street (across from the Trexler Library).
Thursday, July 24, 2003 10:55 AM
Muhlenberg Summer Theatre Stages "The Fantasticks"
Muhlenberg Summer Music Theatre’s 23rd season is underway. “The Fantasticks” is on stage in the Baker Theatre, Trexler Pavilion for Theatre and Dance, through August 10. Tickets are available through the Box Office, 484-664-3333.
Thursday, July 24, 2003 11:02 AM
Muhlenberg Summer Theatre Stages "A Chorus Line"
Muhlenberg Summer Music Theatre’s 23rd season is underway. “A Chorus Line” is on stage in Empie Theatre, Baker Center for the Arts, through August 3. Tickets are available through the Box Office, 484-664-3333.
Tuesday, July 15, 2003 11:03 AM
Muhlenberg Alumni Association Honors Outstanding Supporters
The Muhlenberg College Alumni Association has honored eight members of the Muhlenberg community with Achievement Awards, based on personal success and support of the College.
Tuesday, June 24, 2003 11:05 AM
Contemporary Realism Exhibition To Open In Martin Art Gallery
“Art History’s Heroes: The Masters of Contemporary Realism” will open in Muhlenberg College’s Martin Art Gallery, Friday, June 20, with an opening reception 5-8 p.m. Gallery hours are Wednesday-Sunday, 12 noon-9 p.m. Admission is free.
Thursday, June 12, 2003 11:14 AM
Information Session At The Wescoe School Of Muhlenberg College
The Wescoe School of Muhlenberg College will host an information session for prospective students, Wednesday, June 25, 3-7 p.m., in the Gabriel House, 2400 Chew Street (across from the Trexler Library).
Tuesday, June 3, 2003 11:15 AM
Muhlenberg To Offer Summer Courses
Muhlenberg College will offer over 35 summer study courses in the second six-week session, which begins July 7.
Tuesday, June 3, 2003 11:55 AM
Muhlenberg College Announces 2003 Faculty Awards
Muhlenberg College has announced the following faculty awards, which were presented at the College’s 153rd Commencement ceremony on May 18, 2003.
Friday, May 30, 2003 00:00 PM
Muhlenberg Alumna Earns EPA Fellowship
Heidi Kunsch, a 2001 graduate of Muhlenberg College, has received a graduate fellowship to spend the summer working with the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) in Philadelphia. Her award is the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency National Network for Environmental Management Studies.
Monday, May 12, 2003 00:02 PM
Muhlenberg College Sets Record For Admission Applications
For the first time in its history, Muhlenberg College received more than 4,000 applications. The College set a record with 4,112 applications for the Class of 2007, its seventh record in the past eight years. This year’s applicant pool is up seven percent from last year’s final tally of 3,822 applications.
Monday, May 12, 2003 00:12 PM
Muhlenberg Board Of Associates Honors Students For Community Service
Six Muhlenberg College students were awarded the 2003 Muhlenberg College Board of Associates Community Service Awards at the Board’s spring dinner last week.
Monday, May 5, 2003 00:13 PM
‘Berg Counselor Receives Professional Award
Anita Kelly, director of counseling services at Muhlenberg College, is one of three area professionals to receive 2003 Crime Victims Council Allied Professional Awards. Kelly has been instrumental in leading Muhlenberg College in addressing issues of sexual assault.
Thursday, May 1, 2003 00:14 PM
Muhlenberg College To Host 14th Annual Jefferson Field Day
Muhlenberg College will host its 14th annual Jefferson Field Day, Friday, May 2, beginning at 9 a.m.
Wednesday, April 30, 2003 00:15 PM
Wescoe School Offers Staff Presentations
The Wescoe School of Muhlenberg College offers short, informative, on-site professional development presentations for area businesses and organizations.
Tuesday, April 29, 2003 00:15 PM
Muhlenberg Student Receives Scholarship For Study In Scotland
Christine Davies, a Muhlenberg College sophomore majoring in religion, has received an undergraduate scholarship from the St. Andrew’s Society of Philadelphia for study abroad during her junior year at St. Andrew’s University in Scotland. Her study will be on John Knox.
Tuesday, April 29, 2003 00:16 PM
Senior Art Exhibition To Open At Muhlenberg
The 2003 Senior Honors Art Exhibition at Muhlenberg College will open this week, featuring work by 10 members of the Class of 2003. Curated by the members of the art department faculty along with this year’s graduating seniors, the annual exhibition will run May 1-May 15 in the Martin Art Gallery, Baker Center for the Arts.
Monday, April 28, 2003 00:20 PM
Muhlenberg’s Institute For Jewish-Christian Understanding To Sponsor Youth Conference
The Muhlenberg College Institute for Jewish-Christian Understanding will sponsor its semi-annual Youth and Prejudice Conference on Monday, April 28, and Wednesday, April 30.
Thursday, April 24, 2003 00:22 PM
Muhlenberg College Elects New Members To Board Of Trustees
Four new members and a life member have been named to the Board of Trustees of Muhlenberg College. Marion Glick, Melanie Mason, Susan Pobjoy and Paul Silverman were elected at the Board’s spring meeting last week. Donald T. Shire has been named a life trustee.
Wednesday, April 23, 2003 00:23 PM
Muhlenberg To Offer Summer Courses
Muhlenberg College will offer over 40 summer study courses in the first six-week session, which begins May 21. Additional offerings are available for Summer II, which will begin July 7.
Tuesday, April 22, 2003 00:25 PM
Muhlenberg IJCU To Sponsor Friday Discussion
The Muhlenberg College Institute for Jewish-Christian Understanding will present the final discussion in the Spring 2003 First Friday series, Friday, May 2, 11:45 a.m.-1 p.m., in Seegers 108-110.
Tuesday, April 22, 2003 00:28 PM
Hass Named Interim Dean, VP At Muhlenberg College
Marjorie Hass, Ph.D., associate professor of philosophy, has been named interim vice president of academic affairs and interim dean of faculty at Muhlenberg College. Hass will begin her duties as dean and vice president July 1.
Tuesday, April 22, 2003 00:29 PM
Muhlenberg College’s Entrepreneurship Club Wins First Place At Annual Competition
Under the direction of Gerry Whartenby, associate director of the Muhlenberg College Institute of Entrepreneurship, the Students in Free Enterprise (SIFE) chapter at Muhlenberg College won first place in its division at the annual competition last week.
Tuesday, April 22, 2003 00:32 PM
Muhlenberg College Student Honored For Service To Hillel
Justin Deutsch, a junior communication major at Muhlenberg College, was honored with the Morton R. and Myra D. Levy Hillel Leadership Award on April 13.
Tuesday, April 15, 2003 00:45 PM
Muhlenberg College Announces Faculty Promotions
Muhlenberg College is pleased to announce the following faculty promotions, approved at last week’s meeting of the Board of Trustees.
Monday, April 14, 2003 11:11 AM
Muhlenberg College To Break Ground For New Fitness/Wellness Facilities
Muhlenberg College will break ground for its new fitness and wellness facilities and renovations to the existing Life Sports Center, Friday, April 11, 12:30 p.m., with a ceremony in Memorial Hall.
Wednesday, April 9, 2003 11:12 AM
Washington Post Writer Names Muhlenberg One Of Top Collegiate ‘Hidden Gems’
Muhlenberg College has been named one of the top 20 mid-Atlantic “undiscovered gems” by Washington Post education writer Jay Mathews.
Monday, April 7, 2003 11:13 AM
Hightower To Give Keynote Address At 'Berg's Student Activism Conference
Radio commentator Jim Hightower will give the keynote address at Muhlenberg College’s second annual New Student Activist Conference, Saturday, April 5, 11:30 a.m., in the Recital Hall, Baker Center for the Arts. The conference is sponsored by the Public Engagement Project. Hightower’s address is free and open to the public.
Friday, April 4, 2003 11:16 AM
Students From Israel To Visit Muhlenberg College
On April 6-7, three Israeli college students will visit Muhlenberg College as part of the program “Israel at Heart.”
Sunday, April 4, 2004 00:22 PM
Halleck To Show & Discuss Films At Muhlenberg
Two documentaries created by filmmaker and pioneer media activist DeeDee Halleck will be presented at Muhlenberg College, followed by discussions with the filmmaker. Both sessions are free and open to the public.
Wednesday, April 2, 2003 00:23 PM
Univ. Of Maryland Professor To Present Lecture On Emily Dickinson At Muhlenberg College
Martha Nell Smith, professor of English at the University of Maryland, will give the annual John D. M. Brown Lecture at Muhlenberg College, Thursday, April 3, at 7:00 p.m. in the Lithgow Science Auditorium, Trumbower Hall. Smith will discuss the life and work of poet Emily Dickinson.
Saturday, April 26, 2003 00:24 PM
Muhlenberg College Receives $100K Government Grant For Workforce Investment
U.S. Senators Rick Santorum (R-PA) and Arlen Specter (R-PA) announced that Muhlenberg College has been awarded $100,000 to establish the Muhlenberg Resource Center.
Wednesday, March 26, 2003 00:25 PM
Muhlenberg To Honor Chamber, Iannelli, Entrepreneurial Students
Muhlenberg College will hold its annual Entrepreneurial Awards luncheon on Tuesday, April 15, in Miller Forum, Moyer Hall. A student project fair will begin at 11:30 a.m. The luncheon and awards will follow at 12:30 p.m.
Tuesday, March 25, 2003 00:28 PM
"Acres Of Diamonds": Elliott Photographs On Display At UPenn Gallery
Photographs by Joseph E. B. Elliott, professor of art at Muhlenberg College, are on display at the University of Pennsylvania.
Tuesday, March 25, 2003 00:29 PM
Muhlenberg Dancers Receive Rave Reviews At College Dance Festival
The Muhlenberg Dancers received rave reviews for their two performances at the recent four-day Northeast American College Dance Festival (ACDF) held at the University of Buffalo. Thirty-four schools from the northeast region participated.
Tuesday, March 25, 2003 00:30 PM
Colby VP Randy Helm Named President Of Muhlenberg College
Peyton R. (Randy) Helm has been selected to be the eleventh president of Muhlenberg College. He will assume his duties July 1. He is currently a vice president for college relations at Colby College, where he is also a professor of classics.
Monday, March 24, 2003 00:32 PM
Kocis Named Director Of Wescoe School’s HR Management Program
The Wescoe School of Muhlenberg College is pleased to announce that Vicki Kocis has been promoted to the position of director of the human resources management program.
Friday, March 21, 2003 00:33 PM
Whistleblowing And Technology The Topics Of Remaining Ethics Lectures At Muhlenberg
Brian Martin, Ph.D., will present a lecture titled “Ethics and Whistleblowing” at Muhlenberg College on Tuesday, March 25, at 7 p.m., in the Seegers Union. Martin’s is one of two remaining lectures in Muhlenberg College’s “Ethics and the Professions” series, sponsored by the Center for Ethics.
Wednesday, March 19, 2003 00:34 PM
Muhlenberg To Host Award-Winning Journalist Crittenden For Lecture On Motherhood
Award-winning journalist and author Ann Crittenden will give the second annual Danielle Dionne Guerin Memorial Lecture in Women’s Studies at Muhlenberg College, Wednesday, March 26, 7:30 p.m., in Miller Forum, Moyer Hall. Crittenden’s lecture is titled “The Price of Motherhood: Why the Most Important Job in the World is Still the Least Valued.”
Tuesday, March 18, 2003 00:35 PM
Muhlenberg College To Host Governor’s Academy For Urban Education
The 2003 Governor’s Academy for Urban Education will be held at Muhlenberg College from Sunday, June 22 through Friday, June 27. Approximately 250 educators from throughout the commonwealth will attend sessions related to urban issues as well as academic standards in language arts and mathematics.
Tuesday, March 18, 2003 00:36 PM
Wescoe School Fares Well At The Addy Awards
The Wescoe School of Muhlenberg College met with great success last week in the local level of the nation’s largest advertising competition, the ADDY Awards.
Friday, March 14, 2003 00:37 PM
Muhlenberg Theatre Association To Stage Comedy “Private Eyes” By Steven Dietz
Muhlenberg Theatre Association presents the comedy “Private Eyes” by distinguished American playwright Steven Dietz, March 21 – 30.
Thursday, March 13, 2003 02:40 PM
Shelley Oliver Tap Dancers To Perform With Jazz Trio At Muhlenberg College
The Department of Theatre & Dance at Muhlenberg College will present a special concert appearance of The Shelley Oliver Tap Dancers with the David Leonhardt Jazz Trio for three performances in March.
Thursday, March 13, 2003 02:41 PM
Erber To Leave Muhlenberg For Post At Cornell
STEVE ERBER, director of athletics at Muhlenberg College for the last six-plus years, has announced his resignation effective March 31 to accept the position of associate director of athletics at Cornell University. Muhlenberg will conduct a national search for a replacement.
Thursday, March 13, 2003 02:47 PM
Specter To Deliver 2003 Commencement Address At Muhlenberg College
United States Senator Arlen Specter will serve as Commencement speaker for Muhlenberg College’s Class of 2003, Sunday, May 18, at 2 p.m. on the College Green.
Wednesday, March 12, 2003 02:51 PM
Diop And Weitz To Receive Honorary Degrees At Muhlenberg College Commencement
Muhlenberg College will award honorary degrees to Amadou Makhtar Diop, Ph.D., and Howard H. Weitz, M.D., at the College’s 155th Commencement ceremony, Sunday, May 18, at 2 p.m. on the College Green.
Wednesday, March 12, 2003 03:05 PM
President Of Lutheran World Relief To Speak At Muhlenberg Baccalaureate Service
Kathryn F. Wolford, president of Lutheran World Relief, will speak to the Muhlenberg College Class of 2003 at its Baccalaureate service, Sunday, May 18, 10 a.m., on the College Green.
Wednesday, March 12, 2003 03:07 PM
Bioethicist Wilfond To Offer Inaugural Lecture At Muhlenberg College
Benjamin Wilfond, M.D., a member of Muhlenberg College’s Class of 1981, will present “The Commercialization of Genetics: Consumer Advertising and Internet Sales of Genetics Testing to the Public,” the inaugural RJ Fellowship Symposium Lecture.
Wednesday, March 12, 2003 03:09 PM
Information Session At The Wescoe School Of Muhlenberg College
The Wescoe School of Muhlenberg College will host an information session for prospective students, Thursday, March 27, 3-7 p.m., in the Gabriel House, 2400 Chew Street (across from the Trexler Library).
Wednesday, March 12, 2003 03:11 PM
Kessler Gives $100K For ‘Berg’s New Athletic Facilities
Muhlenberg College is pleased to announce that the basketball coaches’ suite in the new and expanded Life Sports Center will be named for Mel Kessler ’59, who has committed $100,000 to the renovation project.
Monday, March 10, 2003 03:20 PM
Univ. Of Tennessee Professor To Present “Professionalism & Ethics In Science” At Muhlenberg
Jeffrey Kovac, Ph.D., will present a lecture titled “Professionalism and Ethics in Science” at Muhlenberg College, Tuesday, March 18, 7 p.m., in the Hoffman House, 325 N. 23rd Street, Allentown.
Thursday, March 6, 2003 03:22 PM
Philosopher Bernstein To Lecture On “Creative Democracy” At Muhlenberg
Visiting Phi Beta Kappa scholar Richard J. Bernstein will present "Creative Democracy: The Task Still Before Us” at Muhlenberg College, Monday, March 17, 7:30 p.m., in Lithgow Science Auditorium, Trumbower Hall. The lecture is free and open to the public.
Wednesday, March 5, 2003 03:19 PM
Muhlenberg College Summer Research Grant Recipients Announced
Muhlenberg College is pleased to announce that six students have been awarded research grants for the summer of 2003.
Wednesday, March 5, 2003 03:21 PM
'Berg's "Imagine The Music" To Benefit Children's Arts Program
Muhlenberg College’s third annual A Cappella Fest, “Imagine the Music,” will be Saturday, March 22, 2 p.m., in Empie Theatre, Baker Center for the Arts. For ticket information, please call the Box Office, 484-664-3333.
Monday, March 3, 2003 03:25 PM
Forum Discussion On 'Israel, The Palestinians & The Church' At Muhlenberg
The Muhlenberg College Institute for Jewish-Christian Understanding (IJCU) will sponsor a forum discussion on “Israel, the Palestinians and the Church,” Friday, March 21, 9:30-11:45 a.m., in Seegers Union 108-110. The forum is free and open to the public; no registration is required.
Thursday, February 27, 2003 03:29 PM
Muhlenberg Student Named Hillel’s “Exemplar Of Excellence” For Social Justice
Alison Pofsky of New City, N.Y., a junior at Muhlenberg College, has received the 2003 Tzedek Exemplar of Excellence Student Award from Hillel International, the Foundation for Jewish Campus Life.
Tuesday, February 25, 2003 03:31 PM
Wallenberg Lecture On Religious Reform Planned; Tribute To Honor Seamans
The Institute for Jewish-Christian Understanding (IJCU) of Muhlenberg College cordially invites the public to the annual Wallenberg Tribute Lecture, Sunday, March 16, 3 p.m., in Miller Forum, Moyer Hall. This year, James Carroll will speak on the topic of “The Critic from Within: The Courage to Reform in Religious Communities.”
Tuesday, February 25, 2003 03:32 PM
Muhlenberg IJCU Hosts Discussion Of Martyrdom
The Institute for Jewish-Christian Understanding of Muhlenberg College presents its First Friday discussion for March, Friday, March 7, 11:45 a.m-1 p.m., in Seegers Union 108-110.
Monday, February 24, 2003 03:33 PM
Muhlenberg Student Named Truman Scholarship Finalist
Muhlenberg College junior Lindsey Moore of Trappe, Pa., has been named a finalist for the prestigious Truman Scholarship. Truman Scholarships are awarded on the basis of leadership potential, intellectual ability, and likelihood of "making a difference." The final phase of the selection process, an interview, will take place in March.
Wednesday, December 24, 2003 03:34 PM
'Berg Sponsors Israeli "Comedy With Content"
Friday, February 21, 2003 03:39 PM
"Espana: Artists Celebrate Spain" To Open At Muhlenberg's Martin Art Gallery
“España: Artists Celebrate Spain” will open in the Martin Art Gallery, Muhlenberg College, Wednesday, March 12. Gallery hours are Wednesday-Saturday, 12 noon-9 p.m. The show will run through April 18.
Friday, February 21, 2003 03:40 PM
Muhlenberg College Suspends TKE Fraternity
In early February, allegations involving Tau Kappa Epsilon (TKE) fraternity were heard by the Judicial Board of Muhlenberg College.
Thursday, February 20, 2003 10:51 AM
“Faces Of Israel” Lecture At Muhlenberg
Harel Stanton, an ethnographical photographer, professional lecturer and tour guide living in Israel, will present “The Thousand Faces of Israel,” a photographic journey, at Muhlenberg College, Sunday, February 16, 7 p.m., in the Recital Hall, Baker Center for the Arts. The lecture is sponsored by Hillel, and is free and open to the public.
Friday, February 14, 2003 10:52 AM
Robles Named New Registrar At Muhlenberg
Muhlenberg College is pleased to announce that Sophia Robles of Easton, Pa., has been hired as registrar. As registrar, she will be responsible for the maintenance of all student academic records and building the master course and exam schedules, implementing academic policies and procedures college-wide.
Monday, February 10, 2003 10:53 AM
LVH Physician To Give Biomedical Ethics Lecture At Muhlenberg
Joseph Vincent, M.D., will present a lecture titled “A Spectrum of Bioethical Concerns for Physicians” at Muhlenberg College, Wednesday, February 19, 7 p.m., in Lithgow Science Auditorium, Trumbower Hall. This is the first in a series of lectures, “Ethics and the Professions,” sponsored by the Muhlenberg College Center for Ethics.
Friday, February 7, 2003 10:55 AM
Muhlenberg Theatre Association To Stage Sophocles’ “Electra”
Muhlenberg Theatre Association presents an original staging of Sophocles’ “Electra,” February 14 – 23, 2003 in the Studio Theatre, Trexler Pavilion for Theatre & Dance.
Thursday, February 6, 2003 10:55 AM
Distance Learning In Jewish-Christian Relations Offered At Muhlenberg
In a partnership with the Centre for Jewish-Christian Relations of Cambridge, England, the Institute for Jewish-Christian Understanding (IJCU) of Muhlenberg College will offer a program leading to a Master’s degree in Jewish-Christian Relations.
Thursday, February 6, 2003 10:58 AM
Study Released On Attitudes Of Jews In The Lehigh Valley
Jewish people are three times more likely than non-Jews to believe that there is too much religion in public life. Jews also prefer a stricter separation of church and state than their non-Jewish counterparts.
Thursday, February 6, 2003 10:59 AM
'Berg Professors To Hit National TV Twice In Two Days
Muhlenberg College professors Lawrence Hass and Donna Bergenstock will appear on national television next week.
Monday, February 3, 2003 11:01 AM
Niesenbaum Named Class Of 1932 Research Professor At Muhlenberg
Richard A. Niesenbaum, Ph.D., associate professor of biology at Muhlenberg College, has received the Class of 1932 Research Professorship for the 2003-04 academic year.
Wednesday, January 29, 2003 11:03 AM
Muhlenberg Celebrates Black African Heritage
Attorney and author David Lamb will present “How You Living Biggie Smalls?”, a historical political and sociological inquiry into the nature of Hip Hop and “thug life,” at Muhlenberg College, Tuesday, February 4, 7:30 p.m., in the Lithgow Science Auditorium, Trumbower Hall.
Tuesday, January 28, 2003 11:04 AM
Muhlenberg IJCU Hosts Discussion Of Immigration
The Institute for Jewish-Christian Understanding of Muhlenberg College presents its First Friday discussion for February, Friday, February 7, 11:45 a.m-1 p.m., in Seegers Union 108-110.
Monday, January 27, 2003 11:06 AM
Community Discussion On "Claiming Our Space" At Muhlenberg
Friday, January 24, 2003 11:07 AM
Information Sessions At The Wescoe School Of Muhlenberg College
The Wescoe School of Muhlenberg College will host two information sessions for prospective students, Thursday, February 6, 3-7 p.m., and Saturday, February 8, 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., in the Gabriel House, 2400 Chew Street (across from the Trexler Library).
Tuesday, January 21, 2003 11:12 AM
Curtis Dretsch To Step Down As Vp, Dean At Muhlenberg College
Curtis Dretsch, vice president for academic affairs and dean of the college for faculty at Muhlenberg College, has resigned, effective this summer. Dretsch has stated his desire to return to a teaching position in the College’s department of theatre and dance.
Monday, January 20, 2003 11:20 AM
Church Globalization Discussion At Muhlenberg
The Muhlenberg College Center for Ethics and Office of the Chaplain will sponsor “Go Ye Therefore: One Church’s Experience with Globalization,” a panel discussion about Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA) efforts around the world, Monday, February 3, 7:30 p.m., in Miller Forum, Moyer Hall, at Muhlenberg College.
Monday, January 20, 2003 11:21 AM
Martin Luther King, Jr. Celebration At Muhlenberg
Dr. Joseph L. Amprey, Jr., will offer “Let’s Keep His Dream Alive” as part of Muhlenberg College’s 2003 Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Celebration Event, Thursday, January 23, 7:30 p.m., Egner Memorial Chapel.
Wednesday, January 15, 2003 11:31 AM
Spiritual Singer-Songwriter To Perform At 'Berg
Singer-songwriter David Bailey will perform at Muhlenberg College, Friday, January 24, 8 p.m, in the Red Door Café, Seegers Union.
Wednesday, January 15, 2003 11:32 AM
Pottery Exhibition Opens In Muhlenberg’s Martin Art Gallery
The work of master shino potter Ron Hand will be on exhibition at the Martin Art Gallery, Thursday, January 23 – Saturday, March 1, 2003. The Martin Art Gallery is located in the Baker Center for the Arts, Muhlenberg College. Gallery hours are Wednesday-Saturday, 12 noon-9 p.m.
Thursday, January 9, 2003 11:33 AM
Muhlenberg To Host Lehigh Valley Intercollegiate Wind Ensemble
Muhlenberg College will host the Lehigh Valley Intercollegiate Wind Ensemble for a performance, Sunday, January 19, 3 p.m., in the Empie Theatre, Baker Center for the Arts. The concert is free and open to the public.
Tuesday, January 7, 2003 11:34 AM
Muhlenberg IJCU Sponsors Pre-Lent Workshop
The Muhlenberg College Institute of Jewish-Christian Understanding (IJCU) will present “A Bible for Mature Christians,” a pre-Lent workshop, Wednesday, February 5, 9 a.m.-5 p.m., in Miller Forum, Moyer Hall.
Tuesday, January 7, 2003 11:35 AM
Muhlenberg Students Elected To Phi Beta Kappa
Muhlenberg College is proud to announce that ten members of the Class of 2003 have been elected to Phi Beta Kappa, a distinguished fellowship of scholars devoted to liberal education and intellectual pursuits.
Friday, January 3, 2003 11:36 AM
