Mary Diez: Education Enthusiast
Alissa Rosado, Staff Writer
May 10, 2013
She moved around some items from her table in order to offer me a spot. Looking around, I saw a busy work place; books, papers and many awards stood out to me. This office space belongs to Mary Diez, Dean of Education at Alverno College. Diez has a strong passion for education. Having been involved and... Read more »
Nicole Heeti: Amateur Photographer
Lynda Diaz, Staff Writer
May 8, 2013
We’ve all heard the saying “a photo’s worth a thousand words,” but what is a photo really worth to you? For me, it’s a memory, it’s capturing a moment in time. There’s something about a photo that is just so special. Something even more fascinating to me is the people who take them. My... Read more »
Marquette Graduate Shares Experiences and Plans
Melody Jackson, Staff Writer
May 3, 2013
As the fall semester comes to an end, many students are preparing to celebrate one of the most significant accomplishments of their life. For many individuals, the college journey was long and challenging, and as graduation approaches, these hardworking students will have the chance to celebrate, in... Read more »
Angela Walter Prepares to Leave Alverno with Honors
Kathleen Kontos, Staff Writer
May 3, 2013
“You had red hair,” recalls Angela Walter as we sat down for coffee. Angela Walter and I met fall 2009 in orientation at Alverno College. Little did we know then that four years would fly by in a flash. Angela is now a graduating senior, preparing to walk down in her cap and gown. She will leave... Read more »
Vacation Destination: Travel Across the Nation
Jackie Werner, Staff Writer
May 3, 2013
The semester is coming to an end. Summer is almost here. What will you do with your three months of freedom? Planning a vacation with friends is one idea that could make this summer memorable. For students over the age of 21, Las Vegas, Nevada is a popular destination. Gambling, drinking, and people-watching... Read more »
Julia D’Amato: A Principal of Principles
Rachel Johnson, Contributor
May 3, 2013
For Julia D’Amato, current head of Saint Anthony High School, nothing beats the importance of education. Having experienced a dozen jobs in the field over the past fifteen years—the majority of which were leadership roles, usually in the form of administrator or program coordinator—she finds that... Read more »
Shy to Professional: Rachel Molloy Reflects on Senior Year
Lauder Hansen, Staff Writer
May 3, 2013
Remember your freshman days, where emotions ranged from timid and shy to excited and scared? Rachel Molloy, a Business and Management Major with supports in Elective Studies and Professional Communication, remembers and takes pride that she has made it. Molloy will be graduating, having successfully... Read more »
International Students: Alverno Welcomes You
Yen Chu, Staff Writer
May 3, 2013
Alverno College is considered to be a second home for many international students. They come from Canada, China, Chile, England, France, Japan, Iceland, India, Iraq, Saudi Arabia, South Korea, Switzerland and Vietnam. The first day they arrive in the United States, the Alverno community, faculty, staff... Read more »
What an Experience: Alverno GSA’s Sixth Annual Drag Show
Kelly Rooney, Staff Writer
May 3, 2013
Last Friday, in the Sister Joel Reed Conference Center at 8 p.m., Alverno’s Gay Straight Alliance (GSA) hosted their Sixth Annual Drag Show. The facility was full of bright colors, sparkle and glam from the performers’ costumes. The show was sponsored and put on by GSA. It was hosted and organized... Read more »
Student Accomplishments Celebrated with Honors
Jayme Miller, Staff Writer
May 3, 2013
As students move through their education process, they are able to showcase the hard work and show the dedication it takes to get this far. At Alverno, a few students receive “honors” for these accomplishments as graduation approaches. I couldn’t speak to all of them, so I selected... Read more »
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