Rider University Part of The Mystical Arts of Tibet World Tour

Tibetan Buddhist monks from Drepung Loseling Monastery in south India will share their cultural traditions as part of their world tour, The Mystical Arts of Tibet, at Rider University April 25 through 27. augello@rider.edu. more info...

Psychology Club Panel Discussion

The Rider University Psychology Club will host its second annual disabilities panel on Tuesday, April 25 from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. in Sweigart Hall, Room 110. The student-moderated discussion will consist of a panel of five students that have various cognitive and physical disabilities. They will speak about their experiences at Rider and daily obstacles. Students, faculty and staff are encouraged to attend. Time will be allotted for questions. For more information, can; call Jen Augello at augello@rider.edu.

Orientation, PHOCUS staff members named

• New 2006 Orientation and PHOCUS staffs have been selected.
• Orientation staff members are a team of seven undergraduate students who assist in the organization and implementation of Spring Testing, Summer Orientation, Fall Opening , and January Orientation. The students represent Rider University to incoming freshmen, transfers and their families.
• They are: Kristy Bates, a junior elementary education/psychology major; Jeff Foulkes, a junior psychology major; Jamie Papapetros, a sophomore communications major; Adriana Patrone, a junior fine arts/psychology major;
Esi Sapara-Grant, a junior elementary education/fine arts major; Mike Scuilli, a sophomore political science/communications major; and Kim Van Heygen, a sophomore history major.
• PHOCUS is a group of 7-8 undergraduate students who strive to make responsible and healthy choices in their own lives. As members of PHOCUS, they role-model this behavior to their peers and engage them in discussion about responsible decision-making. PHOCUS members perform during Fall Opening to incoming freshmen about responsible decision-making around alcohol & other topics, as well as assist in the implementation of the theme weeks, including Alcohol Responsibility Week and Wellness Week.
• They are: Theresa Androvett, a sophomore communications major; Dave Fehring, a sophomore accounting/finance major; Erin Gizzi, a junior elementary education major; Theresa Gregory, a sophomore marketing/advertising major; Matt Hanson, a sophomore marketing major; Maria Panvini, a sophomore fine arts major; Mike Scuilli, a sophomore political science/communications major; and Ellen Thompson, a freshman journalism major.

Orientation, PHOCUS staff members named

• Last month, Rider’s student chapter of the Council for Exceptional Children hosted a dance for young adults with disabilities in the local community. Activities included dancing, crafts, and games. Approximately 30 Rider students planned and facilitated the dance. This is an annual event that provides an opportunity for young adults with disabilities from the community to socialize and interact with Rider students. Dr. Diane Giannola, Dr. Joanne Vesay, assistant professors in the department of teacher education and Dr. Michele Kamens, associate professor in the department of teacher education, are co-advisors of the student chapter. The Rider CEC is open to all Rider students and is part of an international professional organization for those interested in the education of individuals with exceptionalities.

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