2007 News Archive
James J. O’Connor to speak at Saint Xavier University Winter Commencement
Retired chairman and chief executive officer of Unicom to receive Doctor of Public Service, honoris causa
SXU announces Public Administration concentration at Orland Park Campus
Offered by the School for Continuing and Professional Studies
SXU’s Merwick Academy begins spring registration Jan. 14
Students can receive tutoring in a number of subjects
Saint Xavier University and Saint Margaret of Scotland School partner for progress
St. Margaret students visit Saint Xavier campus
SXU Graham School of Management professor teaches bioterrorism preparedness from across country
James Hagen, Ph.D., webcasts to Idaho, New Jersey and around Illinois
Saint Xavier Graham School of Management Disaster Preparedness Program approved for Homeland Security Defense Education Consortium
SXU sequence Chicago’s premier disaster preparedness program
Founders’ Day celebrates service, liberal arts at Saint Xavier University
Festivities featured guest theologian Sr. Mary Aquin O’Neill, R.S.M., Ph.D.
Saint Xavier University School of Education holds retreat
Outstanding speakers include Chicago public schools chief education officer
SXU Guitar Ensemble at Butler Reception Room
Ensemble performs concert Saturday, Dec. 8 at 7:30 p.m.
Saint Xavier University signs Teacher Education Transfer Articulation Agreement with Joliet Junior College
Agreement will allow JJC education majors to more easily transfer to Saint Xavier
SXU Women’s and Men’s Choral Ensemble at St. Christina Church
Ensemble performs holiday concert Saturday Dec. 1
Founders’ Day celebrates service, liberal arts at Saint Xavier University
Festivities feature guest theologian Sr. Mary Aquin O’Neill, R.S.M., Ph.D.
Saint Xavier University School of Education receives NCATE reaccreditation
National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education
SXU Chapter of international nursing honor society inducts 62 new members
Welcomes new members during Sunday, Nov. 11 ceremony
Saint Xavier University celebrates Arab Heritage Month
Invites public to free Arab music concert Nov. 26
“A Concert for Advent” on Dec. 7
Saint Xavier University Chamber Singers and Flute Choir to perform
Saint Xavier University unveils LEED Gold plaque for Arthur Rubloff Hall
SXU first Illinois university to receive coveted LEED Gold designation
Sandra Burkhardt selected to receive 2008 Venerable Mary Potter Humanitarian Award
For embodying ideals, vision and mission of Little Company of Mary Sisters founder
Saint Xavier University announces Founders’ Day honorees
Celebration to be Monday, Dec. 3, 2007
Saint Xavier University breaks ground on new residence hall
Second to be built to LEED Silver environmental standards
Saint Xavier University Jazz Ensemble Nov. 16
Performance scheduled for Beverly Arts Center
Saint Xavier University Symphony Orchestra concert Nov. 18
Performance scheduled for Beverly Arts Center
SXU University Relations takes nine MarCom Awards
Categories range from magazine to publicity campaigns
National Survey of Student Engagement Benchmarks available for Saint Xavier
SXU one of only three Chicago universities to make findings public
Saint Xavier University to break ground on new residence hall Nov. 8, 2007
Second to be built to LEED Silver environmental standards
The Honorable William M. Daley to receive Shield of Saint Xavier
Honor to be presented at President’s Scholarship Ball, April 12, 2008
Lt. Gov. Pat Quinn speaks at SXU Squeaky Weal lecture series
“Civic Responsibilities in turbulent times”
Saint Xavier University Flute Choir to perform Nov. 2
University and community flutist to perform
“Healing the Wounded Warrior: the Three Battlefields”
Theology South lecture series continues Nov. 1
WXAV holds special year end Chicago Fire Show
Interviews to include Chicago Fire goalie Matt Pickens and striker John Thorrington
Angelo Bonadonna SXU Student Laureate of Lincoln Academy of Illinois
Award granted annually to outstanding senior
Contemporary Mosaics on display in SXU Gallery
Exhibit opens Oct. 31 at Saint Xavier University
Saint Xavier University wins 3rd place in 2007 Mayor’s Landscape Awards program
Mary’s Circle wins for Specialized Garden category
SXU’s Gerald Giovannelli earns LEED AP certification
Strengthens Saint Xavier University’s practice of environmental stewardship
“Forensic Radiology-Dead Men Do Tell Tales”
John T. Farrell Sr. Fall 2007 Forum slated for Oct. 30
Ceremony held Friday Oct. 5 for Academic Distinguished Alumni Awards
Saint Xavier University recognizes alumni and awards student scholarship
Saint Xavier University presents Alumni Association Distinguished Alumni Awards
Faculty member honored with Faculty Recognition Award
7th Annual Cougar 5K huge success
More than 600 runners participate
Rev. Robert Barron lectures at Saint Xavier University on Oct. 22
Second speaker in the four-part Catholic Colloquium Lecture Series
SXU dedicates “49ers Forest”
Recognizes service of 49ers founder Joan Guilfoyle ‘39
WXAV takes home Illinois Broadcasters Association Silverdome Awards
SXU radio station takes first for Best Radio Sports Broadcast
Political pundit Paul Green speaks at Saint Xavier University
Lectures on history of governing Chicago from a moral perspective
SXU screens The Plow That Broke the Plains on Oct. 16
Film Series continues
Saint Xavier University implements Campus Alert System
Students, faculty and staff to be text messaged in case of emergency
Saint Xavier University’s School of Nursing designated Center of Excellence
National League for Nursing awards three-year designation
Saint Xavier University hosts workshops on stuttering
Bob Quesal to speak at programs
Saint Xavier University Provost Dominick Hart announces retirement
Will retire at close of current academic year
SXU Graham School of Management hosts Identity Theft Conference
75 members of federal, state, local law enforcement and private security attend event
Gen. Colin L.Powell (Ret.) draws record crowd of 2,200 for SXU Voices and Visions Speaker Series
Chicago City Council adopts resolution proclaiming Sept. 19 "Colin L. Powell Day"
Mary Deeley kicks off 2007-08 Theology South lecture series on Oct. 4
Discusses Celtic spirituality and experience of God at Saint Xavier University
Political pundit Paul Green speaks at Saint Xavier University
Lectures on history of governing Chicago from a moral perspective
Rev. Francis S. Tebbe, O.F.M., elected to Saint Meinrad Seminary Alumni Board of Directors
And will receive a Papal Title in the Order of the Holy Sepulchre of Jerusalem
Saint Xavier University hosts annual Homecoming and Family Week Oct. 1-7
Kick off the fall semester with weeklong festivities
Saint Xavier opens Figaro’s, a new nighttime dining option on campus
Food shop at Regina Hall features Tomato Head Red Pizza and Grounds for Change Coffee
SXU alumni model professional networking skills
Open the door to one of the most effective ways to help further your career
SXU Gallery features Harold Schlotzhauer Sept. 26
Digital prints created with a variety of mixed media on display
Annual Cougar 5K kicks off Homecoming weekend
Homecoming football game against Ohio Dominican College to follow
Saint Xavier University alumna/trustee funds scholarship for nursing students
Judith and Laurence Hicks donate $100,000 for scholarship
Kathleen Kennedy Townsend draws packed audience at SXU's Shannon Center
Maryland's first woman lieutenant governor shares family stories and personal views
Gaelic Park pledges support to Saint Xavier University library
Local organization to provide Irish studies materials
Sen. Dick Durbin talks Pell grants at Saint Xavier University
Holds roundtable with Saint Xavier President Judith A. Dwyer and students
Sister Elizabeth Ann Linehan lectures on mercy and justice
Lecture kicks off Saint Xavier University's 2007-08 Catholic Colloquium Series
Saint Xavier University President Judith A. Dwyer signs Presidents Climate Commitment
First university president in Chicago to sign the pledge to end greenhouse emissions
SXU screens An Inconvenient Truth on Sept. 11
Film Series kicks off with global warming documentary
Tickets still available for Colin L. Powell lecture
Powell to receive Doctor of Public Service, honoris causa, during Sept. 19 visit
Renowned contrabassoonist Susan Nigro to perform at SXU
Guest recital set for Sept. 10
Saint Xavier University ranks in top 25 percent
SXU ranks No. 5 out of 22 institutions statewide in its category
Carolyn Brady Riley appointed Saint Xavier University's choral director
Renowned vocalist will conduct ensembles, chorales
Saint Xavier releases Honorable Mention list for spring 2007
Part-time students recognized for outstanding academic achievement
Saint Xavier releases Dean's List for spring 2007
Students recognized for outstanding academic performance
Kathleen Kennedy Townsend opens Squeaky Weal lecture series at SXU
Maryland's first woman lieutenant governor
Rubloff Hall to be featured at Lt. Gov. Pat Quinn’s Sustainable University Symposium
First Illinois university building to receive LEED Gold designation from U.S. Building Council
2007 Golf Classic at Silver Lake Country Club breaks all records
Proceeds to go to student scholarships
SXU’s Merwick Academy fall sessions
Registration begins Aug. 27
Target awards Saint Xavier University $2,000 grant
Grant to help fund 2008 Summer Concert
Saint Xavier University wins four Magnum Opus Awards
Awarded by Publications Management and University of Missouri School of Journalism
William J. Kresse Honored as Educator of the Year
Awarded by the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners
Saint Xavier offers non-credit Irish Studies at Orland Park Campus
Students will receive $30 discount if they register for more than one class
SXU Gallery features traditional Mexican shawls
"Recuerdos: Rebozos and Mexican Identity" opens Aug. 20
Expert comment available on Marvel Comics stamps
Matthew Costello, Ph.D., speaks to significance of comics in American culture
Colin L. Powell to speak at Saint Xavier University
Tickets on sale now for second lecture in the �SXU Voices and Visions Speaker Series�
Palos Heights resident receives full tuition for one year
Saint Xavier University senior awarded scholarship
James Hagen appointed to Board of The International Emergency Management Society
The International Emergency Management Society Hagen to serve as regional director for North America
Golf Classic to be held at Silver Lake Country Club Aug. 7
Annual fundraiser benefits student scholarship program
Vice president for information resources and technologies appointed
Calvin J. Williams named to post
Community enjoys Saint Xavier’s annual Summer Concert June 24
Ron Bedal Ensemble, fireworks entertain crowd
Saint Xavier announces new dean of the Graham School of Management
James Brodzinski named to post
Saint Xavier University student bikes 300-plus miles for Down Syndrome
Steven Bugarin treks to St. Louis in two days
Leadership Academy of the Southwest Suburbs to train future leaders
SXU program to be offered at Orland Park campus, September through May
New MBA programs at Saint Xavier University’s Orland Park Campus
Offering weekend MBA and project management MBA
New counseling programs at Saint Xavier’s Orland Park Campus
Meeting the needs of the region with cutting-edge programs
Saint Xavier announces new Board of Trustees
Three new trustees and one life trustee elected
Saint Xavier University graduate receives Golden Apple Award
Awards televised on WTTW11
Saint Xavier University selects architectural firm for new library
Frye Gillan Molinaro Architects to design signature building for Chicago campus
Saint Xavier University annual Summer Concert June 24
Features performance by the Ron Bedal Ensemble
SXU graduates three sets of twins
Close-knit siblings earn their degrees from the Graham School of Management
Study finds No. 1 source of identity theft is relative or friend
Saint Xavier University professor releases results of study
SXU's Child Development Lab School still has openings for summer, fall
Year-round preschool provides nurturing environment for children
Saint Xavier University fall 2006 Honorable Mentions
Part-time students recognized for outstanding academic performance
SXU's Merwick Academy summer sessions
Registration begins May 29
Saint Xavier releases Dean's List for fall 2006
Students recognized for outstanding academic performance
Saint Xavier’s Rubloff Hall wins another award
Accolades for Illinois’ first LEED Gold university building continue to grow
Saint Xavier University professor chosen to present at Oxford Round Table
Kate Carey to speak on the sociology of aging
Saint Xavier students recognized for outstanding achievement
Awards for leadership, service and co-curricular involvement
Saint Xavier students receive Tyesa Bowens Memorial Scholarships
Student Success Program announces winners
Shannon Center offers memberships to college students home for summer
Have access to Saint Xavier’s fitness center, racquetball courts and indoor track
Saint Xavier recognizes outstanding students, faculty
Honorees awarded for their achievements
Saint Xavier University holds ribbon cutting for new Loop location
One-of-a-kind Financial Fraud Examination classes offered in Chicago Bar Association Building
Saint Xavier University students get rare opportunity to study with a Bishop
Retired Auxiliary Bishop John R. Gorman teaches 15-week Pastoral Ministry Course
Catholic Coalition on Preaching re-elects Rev. Francis S. Tebbe, O.F.M.
Elected first president in 1996
Saint Xavier University announces Spring Commencement speakers
Sister Ana Maria Pineda to be undergraduate Commencement speaker; Norman R. Bobins to be graduate Commencement speaker
Saint Xavier University holds ribbon cutting for new Loop location
One-of-a-kind Financial Fraud Examination classes offered in Chicago Bar Association Building
Guitar Ensemble and Saxophone Quartet concert May 4
Saint Xavier ensembles perform together
Saint Xavier University’s Arthur Rubloff Hall turns “Green” into “Gold”
SXU first Illinois university to receive coveted LEED Gold designation
Saint Xavier University President’s Scholarship Ball a night to remember
Ball breaks all previous records with more than 700 guests
SXU recognizes two outstanding students
School of Education honors local women
Saint Xavier University wins Mercy Grant
Saint Xavier will use grant to create referral network for the uninsured
Saint Xavier University Symphony Orchestra concert May 6
Orchestra scheduled to perform at Beverly Arts Center
SXU Women of Distinction perform April 27
“Earth, Wind, Fire and Water: In the Music of Living Composers”
Saint Xavier University’s Rubloff Hall receives 2006 ASHRAE Award
Student residence hall earns Excellence in Engineering Award
SXU Concert Band to perform with flutist Sergio Pallottelli April 26
Performance to be held at Beverly Arts Center
SXU nursing student Kerensa F. Vinson named Schweitzer Fellow
Will educate Illinois Youth Center residents about HIV and sexually transmitted diseases
Flutist Sergio Pallottelli to perform at SXU April 25
Guest recital features internationally acclaimed musician
Madeleine K. Albright at Saint Xavier University a Roaring Success
More than 1,000 turn out for first 'SXU Voices and Visions Speaker Series’
Concert pianist Yulia Lipmanovich to perform at SXU
Guest Artist Recital set for April 22
Graduating seniors showcase projects in range of fields
Fifth annual Honors Program Conference to be held April 28
Abellimento to perform at Xavier Classics at Noon on April 20
Chicago's premier flute and harp duo perform at Saint Xavier University
Saint Xavier's University Chorale performs April 21
Spring Concert at Morgan Park Baptist Church
Tickets going fast for Madeleine K. Albright at Saint Xavier University
Tickets must be purchased in advance, no door sales; more than 800 already sold
Saint Xavier University finalizes preparations for President’s Scholarship Ball
Daniel and Maureen Curley and the Honorable Terrence and Jennifer Duffy to co-chair
Saint Xavier University library to host African-American photo exhibit
‘Respect: African-Americans in World War II’ opens April 16
Saint Xavier students exhibit artwork in "Available for Hire"
Six student artists featured April 16 to May 9
Saint Xavier University Drama Club presents "In 25 Words -- or Death"
Production scheduled for April 13 to 15
Saint Xavier University named 2006 Champions of Character Institution
NAIA recognizes Cougar athletics for commitment to core values
Jazz Ensemble performs at Beverly Arts Center April 13
Saint Xavier University ensemble presents spring concert
Saint Xavier University named to national honor roll
Schools recognized for community service
Saint Xavier University welcomes architectural design selection committee
Committee to hear presentations on new library designs
The Motorcycle Diaries screening on April 10
SXU Film Series wraps up with movie based on Che Guevara's memoirs
'God's Servant of Love: Living in Harmony, Hope & Healing'
Theology South 2006-07 lecture series concludes
Tickets going fast for Madeleine K. Albright at Saint Xavier University
Nearly 700 already sold for first lecture in ‘SXU Voices and Visions Speaker Series’
SXU and Mother McAuley present play Dead Man Walking
Sister Helen Prejean to speak on opening night at McAuley Theatre
SXU's environmentally friendly Rubloff Hall to be featured at April 5 lecture
Renaissance Academy's spring John T. Farrell Forum
Saint Xavier University graduate receives Golden Apple Award
John Naisbitt one of 10 in Chicago area recognized for excellence in teaching
Students still have time to register for SXU’s Certified Financial Planning classes
Classes begin March 26
Saint Xavier University's School of Education Scholarship Awards
Ten local women receive scholarships
SXU Dean Leslie M. Petty elected to UCEA Commission
Will serve on Commission on Learning, Instruction and Technology
Saint Xavier University exhibits new library design proposals
On display March 15-20 in Warde Academic Center Student Lounge
SXU student musicians to perform in Honors Recital concert on March 30
Three students selected to perform
Saint Xavier hosts Hospice Foundation of America’s 14th annual teleconference
Living With Grief®: Before and After the Death
SXU students opt for community service in lieu of traditional spring break
Students upholding Mercy tradition of service
Saint Xavier enters 29th Annual South Side Irish St. Patrick's Day Parade
Roughly 50 Saint Xavier students and employees ride float
Dead Man Walking cast announced for March 30-31 production
Sister Helen Prejean to speak on opening night at McAuley Theatre
Saint Xavier University professor receives grant
Avis Clendenen appointed Sister Irene Dugan, r.c. Scholar in Spirituality
Francis Cardinal George speaks at Saint Xavier University on March 8
Lecture part of 160th anniversary Catholic Colloquium Series
Mary Ann Hinsdale speaks at Saint Xavier University
Lecture concludes 160th anniversary Catholic Colloquium series
Concert pianist headlines Xavier Classics at Noon
Saint Xavier University's lunch-hour concert on March 23
Saint Xavier University purchases genetic analyzer
Alumni donations and grant bring cutting-edge research opportunities
Public invited to Saint Xavier University's 4th annual Health Fair
Free health screenings, assessments and information available
Saint Xavier University holds architectural competition for new library design
Richard H. Driehaus 2004 Charitable Lead Trust donates stipends for designs
Eileen Quinn Knight chosen to speak at Oxford Round Table
SXU professor travels to England to give presentation on Chicago charter school
Saint Xavier University hosts annual Job Fair
Students, community invited to attend March 26 event
Learn more about Saint Xavier's professional studies program
Attend March 22 information session at Orland Park campus
Rev. Francis S. Tebbe, O.F.M., receives honorary doctorate
Aquinas Institute of Theology to confer degree at May commencement in St. Louis
Saint Xavier alumni catch early glimpse of Chicago’s two baseball teams
University friends, alumni convene in Mesa, Ariz., for White Sox-Cubs preseason game
Saint Xavier's campus event a success
Record number of students attend
Project Management Institute approves Saint Xavier University program
Graham School of Management program prepares future project management professionals
Farah Ahmedi to share message of hope at Saint Xavier University
Teen author won ABC’s Good Morning America contest to write best-seller
Saint Xavier’s School of Nursing helps give 600 women heart screenings
SXU participated in National Woman’s Heart Day Health Fair
SXU Concert Band to perform with pianist Janina Kuzmas on March 8
Band performs at Beverly Arts Center
The Xavierite wins three journalism awards
Awards given at annual Illinois College Press Association convention
SXU Gallery features artist Kimberly Viviano
Exhibit runs March 7 through April 10
SXU launches non-credit Irish Studies program at Orland Park campus
Key community members on hand to celebrate new program Chicago
Saint Xavier University evening classes cancelled for Tuesday, Feb. 13
Classes expected to resume the morning of Wednesday, Feb. 14, 2007
William G. McGowan Scholarship applications due March 7
Saint Xavier University Graham School of Management students invited to apply
IHSA Girls Class AA Super-Sectional held at SXU on Feb. 26
Winners of Joliet and South Holland's Thornwood sectionals go head to head
The Vagina Monologues to be performed at Saint Xavier University
Proceeds from the Feb. 14, 16-17 play go to domestic abuse charity
Saint Xavier University professor chosen for Oxford Round Table
Anne George to speak on early childhood education
Saint Xavier University receives award from Illinois Army National Guard
University recognized for compassion and support of troops in Afghanistan and Iraq
Saint Xavier University professor receives Fulbright Senior Specialist Award
Al Rosenbloom to lecture in Bulgaria
Chicago Alderman Edward M. Burke to receive Shield of Saint Xavier
Honor to be presented at President’s Scholarship Ball, April 21
Lake Shore Singers perform at Xavier Classics at Noon series
Feb. 23 lunch-hour concert features Brahms quartets
Fr. George Clements celebrates special student Mass at Saint Xavier University
Internationally renowned humanitarian’s visit part of Black History Month
Two high schoolers win Percy Julian essay contest
Both students at Morgan Park High School
James Hagen chosen to present paper at Oxford Round Table
SXU professor travels to England to give presentation on long-term care
Saint Xavier University to hold President's Day campus visit Feb. 19
Prospective freshmen invited to attend
SXU participates in National Woman’s Heart Day Health Fair
School of Nursing helps provide free, life-saving heart screenings
U.S. Armed Forces awards medal to Saint Xavier University's Fr. Robert Barry
Campus minister receives award for outstanding service
Children's author Andrea Beaty comes to SXU's Orland Park campus
Visit includes reading, lecture, book signing
Renowned author and political thinker Jean Bethke Elshtain to speak at SXU
Saint Xavier University Honors Program presents eighth annual guest lecture
Daughters of the Dust film screening on Feb. 13
SXU Cinema of the Americas Film Series continues
Dead Man Walking auditions set for Feb. 5-6
Open to Saint Xavier, Mother McAuley and Brother Rice
Leadership Academy of the Southwest Suburbs to train future leaders
SXU program to be offered at Orland Park campus, September through May
SXU Gallery exhibit showcases vintage kimonos starting Feb. 7
Kimonos date from 1890 to 1970s
Saint Xavier University and Prairie State College agreement
Provides nursing students with easier transfer between schools
World-renowned writer, activist Nikki Giovanni speaks on racial diversity
One of many SXU events slated for Black History Month
M. Shawn Copeland speaks on appreciating differences on Feb. 6
Lecture part of SXU's 160th anniversary Catholic Colloquium Series
'Growing Old Gracefully' lecture to be held Feb. 6
Jim Vanden Bosch of Terra Nova Films to speak
Eileen Quinn Knight chosen to speak at Oxford Round Table
SXU professor travels to England to give presentation on Chicago charter school
Victoria Garvey to explore translations of 'mercy' on Feb. 1
Theology South lecture series to continue
Saint Xavier lecture targets healthy eating habits
Clinically certified nutritionist Deanna Latson to speak
Farah Ahmedi to share message of hope at Saint Xavier University
Teen author won ABC’s Good Morning America contest to write best-seller
Saint Xavier student wins scholarship to study in Tokyo
Sophomore honors student will study at Japan's prestigious Sophia University
SXU chosen for screening of NOVA's Percy Julian documentary
Event includes essay contest by area high school students
Warner Saunders speaks at Saint Xavier University Winter Commencement
Distinguished broadcast journalist receives Doctor of Public Service, honoris causa
Madeleine K. Albright to speak at Saint Xavier University
Notable Chicagoan William M. Daley to introduce Albright
Women invited to participate in Heart Smart for Women Program
Saint Xavier offers free 12-week program
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