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The following are PC news articles, in order of publication.

No Doubt about Viola
Actress inspires graduates to 'go out and live!'

All about the Class of '12
Nearly 1,200 receive degrees at PC's Ninety-Fourth Commencement Exercises.

Family Tradition Matters
Legacy students in the Class of 2012 speak proudly about their Friar roots.

Mentors and Creators
Twins Max and Nick Widmer ’12 ‘brought joy’ to endeavors.

A Decade in the Making
Persistence brings degrees for Ashley Wheeler, Ana Marin.

A Helping Hand
Peer tutors help fellow students make the grade.

Record-setting Generosity
A Night in Black and White, PC’s biggest fund-raiser, raises $590,000.

Insurance for the Future
Mo Maruping '12 lands prestigious job, thanks to PC support.

Giving Youth a Voice
Chris Horn ’12, Ben Kreczko ’12 found a recording studio for city teens.

Two Tied for Top Honors
Michael A. Wahl '12, Emma Wright '12 earned the highest academic rank.

Humans Deserve Dignity
Notre Dame professor defends human dignity at Delasanta Lecture.

Bridging God and Man
Lecturer says God is revealed to man through creation, actions.

Private Equity Options
Alumni discuss private equity and venture capital.

Celebrating Scholarship
One hundred students display the best of their creative and research work.

Rotary Ambassador
Laurie Moise '12 to study public health abroad through Rotary Scholarship.

Phage Hunters
A new course offers hands-on research experience to PC freshmen.

Career Networking
Career Fair, networking night provide opportunity to connect with alumni.

Give to PC Month
A month-long campaign aims to ensure an extraordinary experience for students.

Business School Leader
Dr. Sylvia Maxfield named dean of PC's School of Business.

Top Employees Honored
PC’s Torchbearer Awards go to Charles Joyce, Annmarie Mullen.

Social Media Savvy
Brian Lamoureux ’94 shares tips for using social media wisely.

Business and Values
First conference on value-based leadership draws 70 students to PC.

Lights, Camera, Action!
Students to present films at annual campus festival.

Fulbright Awardee
Emma Wright ’12 will travel to Germany to teach English, study food policy.

Campus Compact at PC
Dr. Raymond L. Sickinger ’71 recognized for public service work.

Spring in Their Steps
Spring Dance Concert showcases student choreography.

Family, Friends, and Fun!
A Night in Black and White, PC’s biggest fund-raiser, moves to new location.

Summer Scholarship
Three faculty members will research philosophy, music, math.

Jews & the New Testament
Jewish, Christian scholars to examine Jewish readings of the New Testament.

Best of Student Work
Celebration of Scholarship and Creativity to be held Wednesday.

Constantinianism Lectures
Theologians to consider the Church and political order at annual conference.

Gearing Up for FUSION
PC, city volunteers poised to rejuvenate neighborhood park.

Kicking the Tires
More than 700 accepted students visit PC on Family Day.

Awareness and Advocacy
Colleges Against Cancer raises awareness through lobbying and other activities.

Expressing Peace, Justice
PC students show photos from service-learning in Ecuador, Providence.

To the (Tax) Rescue
Students gain real-world experience volunteering to prepare tax returns.

Newman Fellow Chosen
Magali Garcia-Pletsch ’13 recognized for leadership, community service.

Be the Match
PC to host bone marrow registration drive on April 19.

Join the Family
Accepted students will explore PC at Family Day.

Language of Sacraments
Catholic University professor to give annual St. Catherine of Siena Lecture.

Coaching Leaders
"Breakfast of Champions" offers student leadership training for early birds.

Choral Acclaim
I Cantori, PC's elite chamber choir, performs on local, world stages.

Poet Wins Teaching Award
Chard deNiord earns the 2011-12 Joseph R. Accinno Faculty Teaching Award.

Leading the College
Father Shanley describes his leadership style to MBA students.

Tips on Writing Well
Red Sox beat writer advises students about how to write on deadline.

Inside the NYSE
Finance students managing PC investments tour the New York Stock Exchange.

Bites of Wisdom
Etiquette expert instructs students on behavior at meals and business meetings.

Provocative Production
“Poor Murderer,” a stirring look at human existence, will run 2 weekends at PC.

Commencement Speaker Named
Actress Viola Davis will speak at PC's 94th commencement ceremony.

Experimenting on Embryos
Notre Dame scholar to discuss embryonic research for annual Delasanta Lecture.

Alum Interviews Oprah
Matt Weber ’06 and Winfrey meet during her visit to Harvard.

Stories of Unity
Unity Week to celebrate how everyone contributes to the PC story.

Private Equity Talk
Alumni panel to discuss trends in private equity and venture capital.

Dining with Alums
Alumni host Habitat students in Maryland, New York.

Marketing a Career
Alumni panelists urge students to use social media to market themselves.

Roots of Religious Freedom
Randall Professor's spring lecture addresses Catholic roots of religious freedom.

Blood is Life
Expert in Jewish history to discuss the role of blood for Jews and Christians.

Explore the Future
March is the month to consider careers, internships, and graduate school.

Study Abroad Soars
New "Home School Tuition Policy" boosts participation in study abroad programs.

Teaching Service
Faculty members who have taught at PC for more than 25 years were honored.

Faculty Studying 'Blood'
The study of blood is the focus of a seven-member faculty seminar.

Five-Time Honor
PC again recognized for its commitment to community service.

Dedicated Service
Seven PC staff members were honored for their combined 210 years of service here.

Loving Learning
Sixth-graders love Graduate School faculty’s novel teaching approach.

Women in Sports
Library exhibit honors female athletes and athletic leadership through 40 years of College history.

Spring into Service
Students to spend Spring Break on service trips at home and abroad.

Health Ed Center Opens
New site offers easy access for students, health groups.

Well, It’s Your Career!
Students are advised to pursue a field that genuinely interests them.

Global Studies is Tops
PC’s program wins national Sen. Paul Simon Spotlight Award.

Miss Representation
Rhode Island lieutenant governor speaks at PC in honor of Women’s History Month.

Photography Changes Sports
Lecturer discusses how photos took sports from leisure to mass entertainment.

Launching the Future
A new Web site outlines PC’s Strategic Plan, including vision and benchmarks.

Music for Students’ Sake
Concert by acclaimed Irish duo to aid students in the performing arts.

Obama Campaign Leader
Devin Driscoll ’08 chosen to lead Obama campaign in R.I.

Women's Sports Films
Lectures, film series offered for Women's History Month, SPORT:ART.

When in Rome
Students study Church history, Italian culture through study abroad program.

Negro Leagues' History
Speaker paints portrait of African-American baseball era.

More Concert Options
Music department offers more performances by renowned soloists and ensembles.

MBA Information Session
Session on master’s of business administration programs to be held February 28.

Mobile Marketplace
Rue La La founder Ted McNamara ’86 to speak on Internet, mobile marketing trends.

Pathways to Success
FFE conference attracts high registration numbers with diverse speaker lineup.

Evolution of Sports
Lecturer describes how photos changed sports from local fun to mass experience.

Reflections on Lent
PC Dominican offers videos on virtues to prepare for Easter.

Networking Draws Crowds
Alumni, students discuss careers in cities all across the country.

Scholarship Endures
Founders, recipients honored for effort borne out of tragedy of King’s death.

Immersed in Service
Students’ trip to New Orleans offers chance to serve others, gain insights.

Orthodox-Catholic Talks
Dr. Despina D. Prassas joins group striving for Christian unity.

Many Fingers, One Mural
Alumni, family, students complete mural based on student photograph, Greek art.

‘Preacher’ Hits the Mark
Mike Leonard ’70 Captures Alumni & Family Weekend audience.

Negro Leagues' Legacy
Filmmaker to lecture on history of African-American baseball for SPORT:ART.

Making Wishes Come True
Students in interdisciplinary course raise $7,000 for Make-A-Wish.

Educational Alumni
Graduates working in education careers shared insights about the job search.

Musical Revue
Student-led production to be staged during Alumni & Family Weekend.

King Inspires Vocations
MLK's work matches Catholic social teaching, theologian says.

Faculty, Alumna Write Book
Children’s series to promote diversity, universal human values.

Lives of Service
Alumni describe their choices to serve others as a career.

In Defense of Aquinas
Professor explores St. Thomas Aquinas' 'Doctrine of Being.'

Countdown is On!
More than 1,000 people expected for Alumni & Family Weekend, February 10-12.

PC Students Go Hollywood
11 students flew to California to meet with entertainment executives, alumni.

MLK’s Leadership Lessons
Mayors, NAACP president discuss King’s influence on leadership styles.

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