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The Providence College e•newsletter | March 2006

First St. Joseph Lecture, "The Dominicans in the Eastern United States: Reflections on the 200th Anniversary of the Province of St. Joseph," presented by Rev. John C. Vidmar, O.P., associate professor of theology and provincial archivist; in the Campus Ministry Center of St. Dominic Chapel.

"Decorating with Peace, Harmony, & Sanctuary," at the Bowab Studio Theatre in the Smith Center for the Arts; presentation by Beth Herosy, social hour, and dessert reception; sponsored by PC's Women's Involvement Network. Click here to learn more or register online now!

7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

The Greater Boston Alumni Club Welcomes Father Shanley, a cocktail reception at The Lenox Hotel, 61 Exeter St., Boston, Mass. For more information, click here or register online now!

Actor John O'Hurley '76 named commencement speaker

Actor and entrepreneur John O'Hurley '76, who is best known as "J. Peterman" on the popular Seinfeld TV program, will deliver the keynote address at the College's Commencement Exercises on May 21, 2006. He is one of five distinguished individuals who will receive honorary degrees that day. The group includes another alumnus, the Honorable Donald F. Shea '50, retired Rhode Island Supreme Court justice. [more]

Dr. Hugh F. Lena appointed academic affairs VP

Calling him "an extraordinary administrator," College President Rev. Brian J. Shanley, O.P. '80 appointed PC's own Dr. Hugh F. Lena as vice president for academic affairs in mid-February. Lena, who has been a member of the College faculty for more than 30 years, had served as acting vice president since July 2004. [more]

New executive director of financial aid begins duties

The College recently welcomed Sandra J. Oliveira as its new executive director of financial aid. Oliveira has more than 20 years experience in the field of financial aid. She said she intends to work "creatively" to provide families with a range of financial aid options. [more]

Dr. & Mrs. Vincent L. Hughes Scholarship Fund established

The newly created Dr. & Mrs. Vincent L. Hughes Scholarship Fund will provide scholarships to science majors who have a special interest in philosophy or bio-ethics. The fund was initiated recently by Eileen Hughes in memory of her husband, Dr. Vincent L. Hughes '48, who died two years ago. [more]

High drama on national TV for 1970 alumnus

When Dr. Roy Peter Clark '70 wrote a satirical essay that appeared in the Los Angeles Times about James Frey's discredited memoir, A Million Little Pieces, he got a call inviting him to appear on a rare live edition of The Oprah Winfrey Show. He also found himself witness to "reality TV" when Winfrey publicly denounced the book, the author, and the publisher. [more]

'Tis a great day to march in the NYC St. Patrick's parade

The Providence College Alumni Club of New York invites you to march in the 245th New York City St. Patrick's Day Parade on Friday, March 17. The PC delegation will include Raymond L. Flynn '63 & '84Hon., former U.S. ambassador to the Vatican and former mayor of Boston, Mass. [more]

Reunion Weekend 2006 plans quickly taking shape

Reunion Weekend 2006, scheduled for June 2-4 for all classes ending in '1 or '6, will be a true welcome home party, with all events hosted on campus. There will be trolley bus and walking tours, parties, a barbecue, academic presentations, and a semi-formal dinner-dance. Formal invitations to the weekend will be sent out in April. For up-to-date information about Reunion Weekend, click here or call the Office of Institutional Advancement at (401) 865-2407.

Friar teams take aim at postseason laurels

Mary Cullen '06, who has qualified in the mile and the 3,000- and 5,000-meter runs, heads a list of four members of the PC women's and men's indoor track teams who have qualified for the NCAA Division I Championship this month. Meanwhile, both the Friars' men's and women's ice hockey teams have qualified for the postseason HOCKEY EAST Tournament. [more]

• Dave Gavitt '89Hon., former Friar men's basketball coach and athletic director, has been chosen one of 16 finalists for election into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame.
• The 45-foot steeple atop St. Dominic Chapel represents the highest point on the PC campus.

Changing e-mail addresses? Send changes to alumni2@providence.edu.

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	The Providence College e•newsletter \| March 2006
Coming Events March 15, 2006 3:30 p.m. First St. Joseph Lecture, "The Dominicans in the Eastern United States: Reflections on the 200th Anniversary of the Province of St. Joseph," presented by Rev. John C. Vidmar, O.P., associate professor of theology and provincial archivist; in the Campus Ministry Center of St. Dominic Chapel. March 23, 2006 6:00 p.m. "Decorating with Peace, Harmony, & Sanctuary," at the Bowab Studio Theatre in the Smith Center for the Arts; presentation by Beth Herosy, social hour, and dessert reception; sponsored by PC's Women's Involvement Network. Click here to learn more or register online now! April 6, 2006 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. The Greater Boston Alumni Club Welcomes Father Shanley, a cocktail reception at The Lenox Hotel, 61 Exeter St., Boston, Mass. For more information, click here or register online now! More Alumni Events > Athletics Schedule > College Events > PC Resources Make a Gift Online > Alumni Online Community > Institutional Advancement > College Home Page > College News > Athletics Home Page >	Actor John O'Hurley '76 named commencement speaker Actor and entrepreneur John O'Hurley '76, who is best known as "J. Peterman" on the popular Seinfeld TV program, will deliver the keynote address at the College's Commencement Exercises on May 21, 2006. He is one of five distinguished individuals who will receive honorary degrees that day. The group includes another alumnus, the Honorable Donald F. Shea '50, retired Rhode Island Supreme Court justice. [more] Dr. Hugh F. Lena appointed academic affairs VP Calling him "an extraordinary administrator," College President Rev. Brian J. Shanley, O.P. '80 appointed PC's own Dr. Hugh F. Lena as vice president for academic affairs in mid-February. Lena, who has been a member of the College faculty for more than 30 years, had served as acting vice president since July 2004. [more] New executive director of financial aid begins duties The College recently welcomed Sandra J. Oliveira as its new executive director of financial aid. Oliveira has more than 20 years experience in the field of financial aid. She said she intends to work "creatively" to provide families with a range of financial aid options. [more] Dr. & Mrs. Vincent L. Hughes Scholarship Fund established The newly created Dr. & Mrs. Vincent L. Hughes Scholarship Fund will provide scholarships to science majors who have a special interest in philosophy or bio-ethics. The fund was initiated recently by Eileen Hughes in memory of her husband, Dr. Vincent L. Hughes '48, who died two years ago. [more] High drama on national TV for 1970 alumnus When Dr. Roy Peter Clark '70 wrote a satirical essay that appeared in the Los Angeles Times about James Frey's discredited memoir, A Million Little Pieces, he got a call inviting him to appear on a rare live edition of The Oprah Winfrey Show. He also found himself witness to "reality TV" when Winfrey publicly denounced the book, the author, and the publisher. [more] 'Tis a great day to march in the NYC St. Patrick's parade The Providence College Alumni Club of New York invites you to march in the 245th New York City St. Patrick's Day Parade on Friday, March 17. The PC delegation will include Raymond L. Flynn '63 & '84Hon., former U.S. ambassador to the Vatican and former mayor of Boston, Mass. [more] Reunion Weekend 2006 plans quickly taking shape Reunion Weekend 2006, scheduled for June 2-4 for all classes ending in '1 or '6, will be a true welcome home party, with all events hosted on campus. There will be trolley bus and walking tours, parties, a barbecue, academic presentations, and a semi-formal dinner-dance. Formal invitations to the weekend will be sent out in April. For up-to-date information about Reunion Weekend, click here or call the Office of Institutional Advancement at (401) 865-2407. Friar teams take aim at postseason laurels Mary Cullen '06, who has qualified in the mile and the 3,000- and 5,000-meter runs, heads a list of four members of the PC women's and men's indoor track teams who have qualified for the NCAA Division I Championship this month. Meanwhile, both the Friars' men's and women's ice hockey teams have qualified for the postseason HOCKEY EAST Tournament. [more] Did you know? • Dave Gavitt '89Hon., former Friar men's basketball coach and athletic director, has been chosen one of 16 finalists for election into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame. • The 45-foot steeple atop St. Dominic Chapel represents the highest point on the PC campus. Changing e-mail addresses? Send changes to alumni2@providence.edu. [e•newsPC is produced by the Providence College Publications Center, Division of College Relations and Planning, on behalf of the Office of Institutional Advancement.] © Providence College 2006

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