A Rewarding Evening
Janel Keating, MA, '86
Terri Temple, RN, '79
Carroll’s signature events for this year’s Founder’s Day weekend include the Founder’s Day Dinner and Academic Achievement Lecture.
The highlight of the Founders Day Dinner is the opportunity to formally recognize and honor Carroll’s exceptional alumni through the presentation of the Alumni Academic Achievement Award and the Alumni Hall of Fame Award.
The 2013 Alumni Academic Achievement Award will be presented to Janel Keating, MA, (’86), superintendent of the White River School District in Buckley, Wash. Janel has been recognized nationally for her work creating collaborative culture within school environments with an intense focus on clarifying what each student must learn, monitoring each student’s learning, providing systemic interventions, and enrichment for students who master learning standards. She has co-authored several books and written numerous articles on leadership and school improvement.
Ms. Keating will also be presenting the Alumni Academic Achievement Award lecture - Is it good enough for my child: Closing the knowing-doing gap on Monday, November 4 at 7 p.m.
The Alumni Academic Achievement Award is given to Carroll College alumni who have distinguished themselves academically or artistically. The awardees are accomplished in their chosen field as evidenced by publications, research or honors.
Terri (Troupe) Temple, RN (’79), will be the 2013 inductee into the Alumni Hall of Fame. Terri works in post-anesthesia recovery at St. Peter’s Hospital in Helena, Mont. She has received the DAISY Award for Extraordinary Nurses, a testament to the quality of care she provides for patients and their families, and she volunteers her time to provide grief support for those who experience the death of a newborn. For over 30 years, Terri has mentored Carroll nursing students, teaching them how to blend the skills and values learned in Carroll’s nursing program to provide extraordinary patient care in the course of their own careers.
The Alumni Hall of Fame Award honors alumni who have given outstanding contributions of time, talent and treasure in distinguished service to his or her community or Carroll College. Eligible alumni include those Carroll alumni who have completed a minimum of 60 credit hours, faculty members—past or present, or honorary degree recipients.
Congratulations to these two outstanding Carroll alumni – we are proud to call you Saints.
Party It Up With the Parents
Carroll has a full slate of activities planned for Parents’ Weekend.
Begin with the All Saints Day Mass at the St. Charles Chapel, Friday at 4 p.m. followed by a dedication of Fr. Gene Peoples Lobby in the St. Charles Hall lobby. After the dedication, join the Parents registration and reception in the Fortin Science Center Scola. You have a variety of choices from there – take in a Fighting Saints volleyball game at the PE Center; be entertained by Mimeprov, Carroll’s own improvisational group; and cap off the evening with a Swing Dance for parents and students hosted by the Carroll College Swing Club.
Start your day on Saturday with Mass at the Grotto followed with a brunch in the lower Campus Center. Cheer on the Saints at our home football game in Nelson Stadium and then enjoy some good hearted competition at the Founders Day Flurry Race. From there choose between joining us at the Founders Day Dinner, checking out Helena’s dining scene, or catching either the men’s or women’s basketball games at the PE Center. Close out your day listening to Dan Hunthausen and the Train Wrecks in the Upper Campus Center. More information is available online.
Celebrate Our Service Men & Women
Carroll has once again been awarded designation as a Military Friendly School. This designation acknowledges the efforts made by the college to provide the support and financial resources necessary to make a Carroll education a reality for our veterans.
In support of Carroll’s Military Friendly status and in celebration of those that have served in the armed forces, Carroll will be hosting its second annual “Veterans Day Recognition Event” on November 9. Veteran Services will host a pregame tailgate party prior to the start of our home football game against Rocky Mountain College. The tailgate begins at 10 a.m. with kick-off at 1 p.m. Veterans will receive free admission to the game. Come join us for free food, a great football game and well deserved recognition. All attendees are encouraged to wear their uniforms or red, white and blue in support of this important event. For tickets, contact Brandy Keely, Veteran Service Coordinator, at bkeely@carroll.edu or (406) 447-4550. We hope to see you there!
Alumni News
Reehl Scary Stuff
In a twist of wickedly executed timing, Carroll math grad Sarah Reehl (’13) is featured in a Scientific American blog post entitled "Zombie Fever: A Mathematician Studies a Pop Culture Epidemic".
Reehl, who is currently a mathematics graduate student at Utah State University, was intrigued by the prevalence of zombie fever in popular culture and subsequently used the undead as the basis of her undergraduate thesis. In her thesis, Reehl used a standard epidemiological model to study not only seasonal influenza rates but also our culture’s obsession with zombies. By using the word “zombie” in place of people as the population in question, she was able to model the zombie trend through Google’s Ngram viewer as if it were an infectious disease.
So how long will zombies be haunting mainstream society? According to Reehl, it will be a slow, slow demise with the undead not dying until after 2080.
Carl O’Loughlin (’80) has been promoted to loss mitigation officer at American Federal Savings Bank. O'Loughlin holds a bachelor’s degree in business from Carroll College. O’Loughlin is involved in numerous charitable activities with the charity closest to his heart being Kindness Makes Miracles, a program for students, fifth through eighth grade. Kindness Makes Miracles is an anti-bullying program created as a legacy to his daughter, Kelly.
IN MEMORIAM
Harrison David Fraser, 100, died of natural causes at Park Place in Helena, Mont. on Monday, Oct. 28. Harrison was born in Helena on July 27, 1913, to Harrison David and Agnes (Hofstad) Fraser. He graduated from Helena High School. He attended Carroll College (formerly Mount Saint Charles College) and University of Southern California. Read more.
Student News
Lovin' the Learnin'
Not ready to put away the books just yet and thinking about grad school? If so, plan on attending the Faculty Panel Discussion sponsored by Career Services, Thursday, November 7, 12:30–2 p.m. in Trinity Lounge.
Listen to the panel of Carroll faculty discuss: what to expect in terms of the application process; how to write effective personal statements; the difference between grad and undergraduate school; the ins-and-outs of the dissertation process; best ways to find funding; and much more.
All are welcome—please register with Career Services.
Join the Banquet Brigade
The Hunthausen Center and Sodexo will be sponsoring an Oxfam Hunger Banquet in the dining hall during dinnertime on Monday, November 18. Oxfam is an international organization that seeks to build a future free from the injustice of poverty. The banquet is in need of volunteers to help facilitate the event. Questions? Contact Logan McLean at lmclean@carroll.edu. Visit www.oxfam.org to learn more about Oxfam International's global presence and current initiatives.
Crazy Cool Fun in the Sun
The Carroll Crazies are selling raffle tickets to raise money to help support student participation at future athletic events. In partnership with Carroll Athletics, they are raffling off the California Dreamin’ Winter Escape Package which includes two nights in San Diego, tickets to a San Diego Chargers game, and tickets to a Holiday Bowl game, December 29 &30. $10 each or 3 for $25.
If you are interested in purchasing a raffle ticket or have more questions about the raffle, please contact Jacob Hanley at jhanley@carroll.edu or 406-447-5509.
They will also be selling tickets at all home athletic events at the home Volleyball game on November 9, 2013.
Upcoming Events
Fall Bake-Off and Costume Party, Nov. 1, 7 p.m., Trinity Lounge, Carroll College
Sponsored by the Carroll student chapter of FREE University to raise money for its spring break trip to Las Vegas. $5 at the door if you are in costume, $8 if you are not. Sample an array of fall dishes from 20 different bakers and cast your vote for the best Pr;zes and a series of drawings will occur over the course of the evening for those in attendance. FREE stands for Find – Rescue – Embrace – Empower. FREE International is an organization dedicated to ending human trafficking.
Founder's Day and Parents Weekend, Nov. 1-4, Carroll College
Highlights, including the Founder’s Day Dinner and Academic Achievement Lecture as well as the full schedule of celebratory events can be found online here.
Scholarship Search Workshop, Nov. 6, 4-5:30 p.m., O’Connell Hall, Room 102, Carroll College
Hosted by Carroll’s Financial Aid and Career Services offices. Learn insider secrets on how to navigate the scholarship process, plus gather tips on how to master writing an effective scholarship essay. In addition, learn about the myriad resources of financial aid from Carroll sponsored scholarships to the Financial Aid Sorting program with over 3,2OO sources of aid—that fit a student’s major, career goals, and education level. Plus, two $250 scholarships will be awarded to two lucky attendees! Register for the workshop by emailing careers@carroll.edu.
Astronomy & Physics Lecture Series: “Comet ISON Nevski–Novichonok” Nov. 8, 7 p.m. 101/202 Simperman Hall, Carroll College
Dr. Kelly Cline continues his popular astronomy/physics lecture series. These events are free and open to the public.
S.A.V.E. Community Plastic Drive, Nov. 8-11, 8 a.m. - 6 p.m. daily, 1100 N Last Chance Gulch, Helena
View S.A.V.E.’s Press Advisory about the drive and the future of plastics in Helena. S.A.V.E. is also active in advancing public and active transportation in Helena. For updates about transportation developments in Helena, check out the S.A.V.E. Transit blog.
International Week, Nov. 11-15, Carroll College
Sponsored by the Office of International Programs. Attend the activities planned throughout the week and learn more about Carroll's International students and education abroad opportunities. Events include an international dinner, cultural presentations, international fair, panel discussion and a clothing and gifts sale.
“Refuse to Choose: Reclaiming Feminism” sponsored by the Hunthausen Center for Peace and Justice, Nov. 12, 7 p.m., Lower Cube, Campus Center, Carroll College
Sally Winn, Vice Presidentof Feminists for Life of America will present a lecture which will focus on over 200 years of feminist history as well as her personal story as a pregnant college student.
Professional Etiquette Dinner, Nov. 14, 6-8:30 p.m. sponsored by Career Services, Alumni Relations, and Sodexo
Learn the proper way to conduct yourself at formal business meals. It is free to all Carroll senior students, but seating is limited, so register now. More details on the dinner can be found here.
Carroll College Jazz Combo Fall Concert, Nov. 14, 7:30 p.m., Carroll College Theatre
Come and hear the big band sound of Carroll's 18-piece jazz ensemble as they present their fall concert, "Big Band Salute." Admission is free. For more information, call (406) 447-4303.
Carroll College PechaKucha Night, Nov. 22, 6-8 p.m., Simperman 101/202, Carroll College
Join Carroll Business and Communication students for an evening of PechaKucha presentations. Faculty and staff are welcome to present as well on a topic of their choice. Contact Alan Hansen, ahansen@carroll.edu or Mark Smillie, msmillie@carroll.edu with questions.
Carroll Choirs Fall Concert, Nov. 24, 4 p.m., St. Paul’s United Methodist Church, Helena
The theme of the concert is “In Praise of Music,” with several diverse selections which comment on the beauty, spirituality, and power of music. Everyone is welcome and admission is free.
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