Announcements

Dr. Kevin Godfrey Named

Executive Director for the
Association of Franciscan Colleges and Universities

Dr. Kevin Godfrey, dean of the College of Arts and Sciences and theology professor at Alvernia University, Reading, PA has been named Executive Director of the AFCU effective July 1.

Dr. Godfrey succeeds Sr. Gabrielle Kowalski, Ph.D., the AFCU's first director. With Dr. Godfrey's appointment, the national office will move from Cardinal Stritch University, Milwaukee, WI to Alvernia University, Reading, PA.

Dr. Godfrey brings deep academic and administrative credentials to the role as well as expertise in Franciscan studies. He joined Alvernia's faculty as an associate professor in theology in 1996 and was appointed dean of the College of Arts and Sciences in 2007. He is a prolific writer and has published numerous articles and papers on theology. He is also an advisory board member and regular contributor for the AFCU Journal, A Franciscan Perspective in Higher Education. He holds a Ph.D. in historical theology from Saint Louis University, a master's degree in theology from the Catholic University of America, and a bachelor's degree in philosophy and French studies for the University of Minnesota.

Dates to Remember

October 22 - 24, 2010

35th International Patristic, Medieval and Renaissance Conference

Mother of Mercy: The Figure of Mary in Theology and Culture

Villanova University

Featuring Brian Daley, University of Notre Dame; Rachel Fulton, University of Chicago

If you are interested in submitting a proposal for a session on Franciscan women, please contact Eileen Flanagan at eflanagan@neumann.edu

Deadline for submission: May 28, 2010

Publication and Resources

Volume 7, Number 1 of The AFCU Journal: A Franciscan Perspective on Higher Education is now available. To order contact Patricia Hutchison, OSF at hutchisp@neumann.edu

Important New Resources on Saint Francis and the Franciscan Charism

    Love Holding Love
    Pray and Sing the Words of St. Francis
    Twenty-six mantras taken directly from the writings of Saints Francis and Clare on two     CDs, background information on Francis anc Clare and a 16 page booklet explaining         each chant. Five mantras are in Spanish and English.
    Order from:     Franciscan Pilgrimage Programs
                        P.O. Box 321490
                          Franklin, WI 53132
                          $25.00 plus $4.00 shipping

Lent and Easter: Wisdom from St. Francis and St. Clare of Assisi compiled by John V. Kruse of Neumann University, Aston, PA. Published by Ligouri.

Francis and His Brothers: A Popular History of the Franciscan Friars by Dominic Monti, OFM. Published by St. Anthony Messenger Press.

History of the Third Order Regular Rule: A Source Book edited by Margaret Carney, O.S.F., Francois Godet-Calogeras, and Suzanne M. Kush, C.S.S.F. this is the work that produced the approved text for the Rule and Life of the Brothers and Sisters of the Third Order Regular of St. Francis in 1982. This first international collaboration in TOR history was fed by multiple streams and the most important are enumerated here. Available from the Franciscan Institute of St. Bonaventure University, at http://franciscanmart.sbu.edu Cost: $30.00.

Travel Opportunities

Franciscan Pilgrimage Programs

Franciscan Pilgrimage Programs has redesigned and activated its web site. Go to FRANCISCANPILGRIMAGES.com for descriptions of pilgrimages to Assisi, Rome and the Holy Land among others. Listen to a video message from Fr. John Cella, OFM, the director.

News From Member Institutions

Four Neumann University, Aston, Pa students spent part of their winter break in Assisi. They were chosen to represent Neumann on the annual Association of Franciscan Colleges and Universities pilgrimage.
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The March 19 issue of he National Catholic Reporter features an article about the Association of Student Affairs at Catholic Colleges and Universities. The organization is based at Siena College, Loudonville, NY. Maryellen Gilroy, is chair of the association and vice president of student affairs at Siena College.
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The Saint Clare Center for Ministry Formation at Cardinal Stritch University, Milwaukee, WI has changed its name and added new programs and services to provide education and formation for lay Catholics who seek to grow in faith and lead in ministry. It is now called the Saint Clare Center for Catholic Life. The Center enrolls more than 100 graduate students and 80 certificate students as well as serving 1,000 constituents through seminars, lectures and discussions.
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Our Lady of the Lake College, Baton Rouge, LA professor of theology Francis Vanderwall will offer a retreat at the Franciscan Spirituality Center, LaCrosse, WI May 30 to June 5, 2010. The retreat is titled The Parables of Jesus: An Invitation to Enter Jesus' Dream for Us. For information call 608-791-5297 or e-mail: jweisenbeck@fspa.org

Br. Bill Short, O.F.M. professor of Christian Spirituality at Franciscan School of Theology, Berkeley, CA has produced three audio programs for www.NowYouKnowMedia.com. They are St. Francis of Assisi: A New Way of Being Christian, The Treasure of a Poor Man: St. Francis of Assisi and Franciscan Spirituality, and Franciscan Intellectual Tradition.

Hilbert College, Hamburg, NY president, Cynthia Zane and St. Bonaventure University, St. Bonaventure, NY president Sr. Margaret Carney conducted a session at the annual meeting of the Association of Catholic Colleges and Universities in Washington, D.C. on January 31. The title was "Recent Developments in Campus-Sponsor Relations."

Alvernia University, Reading PA president Thomas Flynn was a speaker at the annual meeting of the Association of Catholic Colleges and Universities in Washington, DC. Dr. Flynn's presentation was "Serving Hispanic Students."

Quincy University, Quincy, IL celebrated the inauguration of Robert A. Gervasi, Ph.D. as the twenty-second president, Friday, April 3rd, 2009. Public inaugural events included a Symposium on Franciscan Spirituality in the Educational Setting from 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., the inauguration ceremony at 2:00 p.m. followed by a reception and a 5:00 Mass.

Viterbo University, La Crosse, WI
hosted a Peace Conference on August 1, 2009 to celebrate the 160th anniversary of the founding of the Franciscan Sisters of Perpetual Adoration which sponsor Viterbo University, and the Sisters of St. Francis of Assisi which sponsor Cardinal Stritch University, Milwaukee,WI.

The University of St. Francis, Joliet IL is one of seven colleges and universities nationwide being honored by University Business magazine's
Models of Efficiency" - a program that identifies new approaches for streamlining operations and delivering superior services in less time and at lower cost. The university operates a satellite campus in Albuquerque and a distance learning program. For information call (815) 735-7500 or visit www.stfrancis.edu

Marian University, Indianapolis, IN, student Kali Genos was named a Semler Seaton Scholar at the NCEA's 19th annual Seton Awards dinner and ceremony.

Sr. Kay Klackner, Ed.D., director of teacher education in the Department of Education at Silver Lake College, Manitowoc, WI, published an article entitled "Catholic Social Principles: Stewardship" in the April issue of Today's Catholic Teacher. The article is part of an Educator Development Series.

Employment Opportunities

Siena College
Information Systems Specialist

SIENA COLLEGE, LOUDENVILLE, NY seeks a highly motivated individual to provide data management support. Will assist in technological design and support functions for the Office of Enrollment Management which includes Admissions, Financial Aid, and Operations. The ideal candidate is collaborative, accountable, willing to learn independently, goal-oriented, and able to balance multiple competing priorities effectively. Bachelor's degree required. Proficiency in MSAccess and Banner a plus.

Responsibilities include database creation/modification; systems setup and upgrade testing; and business process reengineering.

SIENA COLLEGE, SCHOOL OF LIBERAL ARTS: Tenure-track Assistant Professor positions in the following departments and fields:

Creative Arts (2 positions)

Music: Choral Directing/Vocal Performance
Electronic Journalism

English (2 positions)

American Literature
Composition/Rhetoric/Oral Communication

Modern Languages: Spanish

Philosophy: History of Philosophy

Political Science: International Relations

Psychology: Experimental

Religious Studies: Asian Religions

Please see our web site for complete job descriptions and application procedures: www.siena.edu/humanres. For more information, contact Ralph Blasting, Dean of Liberal Arts, Siena College, 515 Loudon Road, Loudonville, NY 12211, rblasting@siena.edu, 518-783-2320.

Siena College is a coeducational, independent, liberal arts college in the Franciscan and Catholic tradition located in New York's Capital District. Salary and benefits are competitive. Siena College is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from all qualified candidates.

Posted: Chronicle of Higher Education, in print & on-line 9/3/10 edition

Posted: Diverse Issues in Higher Education , in print and on-line 9/16/10 edition

SIENA COLLEGE

DEAN OF THE SCHOOL OF SCIENCE

Siena College invites applications and nominations for the position of Dean of the School of Science. The position reports to the Vice President for Academic Affairs and is responsible for providing vision and leadership for the School of Science while working collaboratively with faculty, administrators, and staff. The Dean will work closely with the VPAA and the President’s Cabinet to further the mission and vision of Siena College. For more detailed information about Siena and the School of Science, please visit www.siena.edu.

The School of Science enrolls approximately 650 undergraduate students in the departments of Biology, Chemistry and Biochemistry, Computer Science, Environmental Studies, Mathematics, and Physics and Astronomy. Interdisciplinary programs and certificates are offered in collaboration with the Schools of Business and Liberal Arts. The School of Science is experiencing a significant increase in grant-funded activity with a focus on undergraduate research, and maintains an ongoing commitment to teaching. The Dean ensures the academic integrity of all programs; encourages excellence in teaching; fosters research and grant-seeking; stewards the fiscal well-being of the School of Science; and works with both the Admissions Office and the Development Office to represent the School to prospective families, to potential donors, and to officials of government, business, and the non-profit sector.

The successful candidate will be expected to have: a terminal degree in an appropriate discipline; a record of teaching, scholarship, and service appropriate for a tenured appointment at the rank of Professor; significant administrative experience; successful undergraduate teaching experience; success in sponsored research and external funding; strong skills in collaborative leadership and communication; a commitment to undergraduate science education within a liberal arts environment.

Siena is a coeducational, independent, liberal arts college in the Franciscan and Catholic tradition, located in New York’s capital district. The college is in close proximity to other higher education institutions and scientific research facilities, as well as cultural institutions and governmental agencies. Siena enrolls approximately 3,200 students, with one Masters program in Accounting.

The position will be available July 1, 2011. To assure full consideration, applications must be received by October 1^st and should include a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, and contact information for three references (name, address, phone, e-mail). Electronic submission strongly preferred to DeanSearch@siena.edu. Non-electronic submissions may be mailed to Professor Ralph Blasting, Dean of Liberal Arts, Siena College, 515 Loudon Rd., Loudonville, NY 12211. For further information contact Dean Blasting at rblasting@siena.edu, 518-783-2320. All nominations, inquiries, and applications will be confidential until finalists are identified for campus interviews, at which point the names and resumes of finalists only will become public. Salary and benefits are competitive.

Siena College is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from all qualified candidates, including women and minorities.

Updated 5/21/10