MEGA MONDAY ON THE DOCKET
This coming Monday, Jan. 21, United States Magistrate Judge for the Southern District of Alabama Sonja F. Bivins (right) will be the guest speaker for Carroll College’s Martin Luther King Day. Her talk, "Living in the Deep South: Before and After Martin Luther King," begins at 7 p.m. in the lower level of the Carroll Campus Center. It is free and open to the public. As responder to the lecture, Montana State Superintendent of Public Instruction Denise Juneau (left) will provide commentary from the Native American perspective. Juneau is a member of the Mandan and Hidatsa tribes and is the first American Indian woman elected to a statewide position. She was awarded an honorary doctorate from Carroll for her work advancing Indian Education for All and for her accomplishments in improving public schools.
Bivins is the first minority to be appointed a US magistrate judge in the Southern District of Alabama. Prior to her judicial appointment, Bivins had been a partner in the Atlanta office of McGuireWoods. Her professional interests include the Just the Beginning Foundation, a multiracial, nonprofit organization comprised of lawyers, judges, and other citizens dedicated to nurturing interest in the law among diverse young people.
The evening talk caps off a day-long MLK Day at Carroll, which begins with Mass at 11 a.m. in the Borromeo Hall chapel, followed by student and employee service at God's Love shelter and Helena Food Share.
NIGHT AT THE BALLET
This Saturday, Jan. 19, Ballet Montana Academy, in residence at Carroll College, presents a night of ballet by the academy’s pre-professional dancers in a show entitled < strong>The Audition. Curtain is 7:30 p.m. in the Carroll Theatre (Old North, St. Charles Hall). All seats are $10.
OWL DANCE: WHAT A HOOT!
And, speaking of dance, Carroll freshman Sapphire Carter (right), a Gates Millennium Scholar, will be presenting two of her tribal dance traditions during a free, public event at Carroll College next Saturday, Jan. 26. In the lower level of the Campus Center starting at 7 p.m., Carter will lead a traditional Round Dance, with music provided by the Blue Coats drum group from her home on the Rocky Boy Reservation. The Round Dance will be followed by an Owl Dance. Everyone will be invited to watch, learn and then join in. “The Cree originated the Round Dance,” says Carter, who is Cree and Ojibwe. “It has become popular in Indian Country among many other tribes and is performed at many pow wows.”
At the Jan. 26 event, Carter and an emcee from Rocky Boy and members of her family will demonstrate the dance then ask the audience to join in. The same participation will apply to the Owl Dance, which is similar to two-step or swing. The “hoot” about the Owl Dance is the Sadie Hawkins-style tradition of the woman asking the man to dance, and the consequences for a refusal. “If the man says no, he has to pay her something or give her something,” Carter says. Owl Dances typically occur with Round Dances, Carter says, so holding both together at Carroll is a perfect combination. Carter has a special affinity for such events, having served as senior princess for her tribe’s 2007-2008 pow wows and organizing an Owl Dance Special to honor her year’s service. Carroll’s Hunthausen Center for Peace and Justice is sponsoring the event.
MY SMARTPHONE THINKS I’M AN IDIOT
Next Thursday, Jan. 24, Dr. Kelly Cline (left) presents his next free, public astronomy lecture at Carroll College with “Computers: From Silicon to Artificial Intelligence” at 7 p.m. in the Carroll Simperman Hall Wiegand Amphitheatre. In his talk, Dr. Cline will explain how computers work and explore whether a computer could ever be as intelligent as humans. Cline will explain the key ideas behind all computer technology, from switches to transistors, logic gates, integrated circuits, and the art of programming. What does the future hold for computer technology? Will the science fiction dream of real artificial intelligence be achieved in the imminent future? Explore the possibilities with Dr. Cline during this popular astronomy series event.
CHANGING WITH THE TIMES
Also next Thursday (Jan. 24), Carroll’s Theology Dept. and the Sister Annette Moran Center continue the Be(com)ing Church Between Past and Future series, celebrating the 50th anniversary of Vatican II, with Carroll Theology Professor Beth Haile (right) presenting “Something Old, Something New: Becoming Church by Reading and Responding to the Times.” Her talk begins at 7 p.m. in the lower level of the Carroll Campus Center and is free and open to all.
STUDENT NEWS
Study Abroad and Service
Next Tuesday, Jan. 22, Carroll Study Abroad will host an informational session to showcase three summer programs—the session is at 7 p.m. in O’Connell Hall room 107, with snacks provided. Summer trips discussed with include Ghana, “Tracing the Trans-Atlantic Slave Trade,” led by Carroll communication and history professors Drs. Doreen Kutufam and Dr. Gillian Glaes, May 25-June 16; India, “India & Exiled Tibet,” led by Carroll photography professor Jeff Van Tine, May 28-June 20; and the Middle East, “Middle East – An Elusive Peace,” led by Carroll history professor Dr. Jeanette Fregulia, May 28-June 18.
Carroll Outreach Team and the Montana Dental Outreach Team are teaming up to offer students, faculty and staff a spring break service opportunity in Argentina on March 1-9. The cost is $2,500 to $2,800, with up to 10 students sought to participate. Cost is lower the earlier you apply; for more info, go to: http://www.montanadentaloutreachteams.com/
Classes
January course offerings for the Carroll Leadership Certificate Program are coming up, with “Understanding your Strengths” on Jan. 23 (mandatory for the Personal Leadership Certificate track); “Understanding the Strengths of Others” on Jan. 29; and “Your Personal Mission Statement” on Jan. 30. To register simply email leadership@carroll.edu and specify the class you are interested in; find more info at: https://www.carroll.edu/rotc/leadership-studies
Awards
Since 1986, Carroll College has presented the Raymond G. Hunthausen Award for Community Service to deserving students who make outstanding contributions to the college and beyond. The award was named for Archbishop Hunthausen because of his own commitment to peace and justice in his personal life and in his work with the Catholic Church. Nominations of diligent, selfless, service-minded students are due March 1 at 5 p.m. (Friday before spring break), and winners will receive certificates at the annual Honors Convocation in April. The nomination form is available online at https://www.carroll.edu/career-services/hunthausen-award or upon request by emailing rwalsh@carroll.edu
Fitness
Five Helena fitness clubs are offering a freebie deal you don’t want to miss: the YMCA, Fuel Fitness, Capital City Health Club, Broadwater Athletic Club and Crossroads Sports and Fitness are giving Carroll students, faculty and staff a weeklong free trial starting tomorrow, Jan. 19. Just show your ID and enjoy your workout. The free week spans from Saturday morning to Sunday night, Jan. 27. If you want to continue on at a club after the trial week, they’ll be happy to discuss memberships with deep Carroll discounts. This free week for fitness is courtesy of the five clubs in partnership with Carroll’s Health and Wellness Committee.
ALUMNI NEWS
Events
Alumni, parents, and friends of Carroll are invited to attend these fabulous mid-winter Carroll gatherings:
Seattle on Sunday, Jan. 27: Meet new Carroll President Dr. Evans at Anthony’s HomePort Shilshole at noon
Portland on Tuesday, Jan. 29: Portland City Grill at 6 p.m.
Spokane on Sunday, Feb. 10: Davenport Hotel at 6 p.m.
Graduation: Classes of 1953 and 1963 are invited to the annual Carroll Golden Grad Reunion at Commencement on May 10-11, 2013.
Homecoming: Save the date—Homecoming 2013 is September 13-15!
To RSVP and for more details about these and other upcoming alumni events, visit www.carroll.edu/alumni
In the News
Tim McCauley (left), class of 1969, started his teaching career with a six-year stint at Browning Public Schools from 1969 to 1974, where he was also the athletic director. When the Lincoln school burned down, he led the fundraising efforts to rebuild it, and, with his Carroll education giving him agility in learning new skills, he segued into a nonprofit career. Now, he is retiring from his professional life now after 16 years as director of the United Way of Lewis & Clark Area. During his tenure, fundraising has soared, and the good work has multiplied. For more on his adventures in helping nonprofits grow to serve those in need, read: http://helenair.com/news/local/united-way-director-leaves-after-years/article_d95c4dee-5c4d-11e2-a69b-0019bb2963f4.html
This week, the Indianapolis Colts hired Tom McMahon (right), class of 1992, as the special teams coordinator. McMahon holds six years of NFL coaching experience and spent the 2012 campaign as the special teams coach with the Kansas City Chiefs. With the Chiefs last season, McMahon guided AFC Pro Bowl punter Dustin Colquitt. McMahon joined Kansas City following three seasons as the special teams coordinator for the St. Louis Rams. For more, read: http://www.colts.com/news/article-1/COLTS-HIRE-TOM-McMAHON-AS-SPECIAL-TEAMS-COORDINATOR/fb0316e0-be8c-4ab5-943f-e6e994ebbe7e
Country singerJason DeShaw (left), class of 2003,and the MSK Project (Michael Kakuk and Mike Killeen) join forces in a performance at the Firetower Coffee House, 422 N. Last Chance Gulch in Helena, at 7 p.m. next Friday, Jan. 25. Admission is $10 at the door. DeShaw performs a wide range of traditional country songs as well as his original creations in his expressive baritone voice, while the MSK Project delivers authentic acoustic rhythm and blues with a soulful and driving sound that recreates memories of the old juke joints and honky-tonks across the country. Together these musicians bring a rockin’ night of harmony and high energy for the listening pleasure of their audience members and DeShaw’s many Carroll fans.
Jeff Larson, class of 2005, graduated with his Ph.D. in applied mathematics from the University of Colorado-Denver. He and wife Jessica (Kessler) Larson, class of 2005, and son, Seth, moved to Stockholm, Sweden, where Jeff has a post-doctoral position at the Royal Technical University. (Photo right: Jeff, Jessica and Seth on vacation in Malaga, Spain, Dec. 2012)
In Memoriam
Robert Dickinson, one of Carroll’s Navy V-12 alumni during WWII, died on April 20, 2012. After preflight training at Carroll, he spent the rest of his academic and professional career in Oregon, focused on lumber sales. For more on his life, read: http://www.legacy.com/obituaries/statesmanjournal/obituary.aspx?n=robert-dickinson&pid=157296365#fbLoggedOut.
Keith Andrew Clarke (left), class of 1967, died on Jan. 12, 2013, after a long, courageous battle with Parkinson’s disease. Keith attended the University of Montana and later graduated from Carroll College with a business/accounting degree. His main jobs were as an auditor for the state of Montana and later he worked with his father, Martin, in the general insurance business. For more on his life, read: http://helenair.com/news/local/obituaries/keith-andrew-clarke/article_1f4799ae-5fa4-11e2-9df7-001a4bcf887a.html
FACULTY AND STAFF NEWS
History Professor and author Dr. Bob Swartout (right) will be one of seven recipients of a 2013 Governor’s Humanities Award this February. Since 1984, Humanities Montana has honored excellence in the humanities in Montana. In 1995, Governor Marc Racicot (class of 1970) and Humanities Montana (then the Montana Committee for the Humanities) conferred the first Montana Governor's Humanities Awards. Dr. Swartout won the award for his teaching, writing and work as an historian in broadening the public’s understanding of Montana’s ethnic history. He is a leading authority on Montana history, and he is expanding his list of published books with a new one that will be based on his current research examining Montana’s ethnic heritage. The ceremony will occur February 21 at 3 p.m. at the Montana Historical Society, Helena. Governor Steve Bullock will officiate. A banquet follows the ceremony: call Humanities Montana at (406) 243-6022 or e-mail info@humanitiesmontana.org for reservations or further information.
Professor Doug MacKenzie of Carroll’s Business Department has written an article, "Capitalism," that will appear in the forthcoming publication of The Wiley Encyclopedia of Management, 3rd Edition, Mary Malin Ed.
CAMPUS MINISTRY
Daily Mass in Borromeo Hall’s St. Joseph Chapel will take place at 11:30 a.m. on weekdays, with Fr. Jerry Lowney the celebrant.
For all Campus Ministry news, homilies, Mass and sacraments and more, log on to: https://www.carroll.edu/campus-life/campus-ministry
ATHLETICS
The Fighting Saints Football Banquet is Saturday, Feb. 2, in the Carroll Campus Center, with the social hour starting at 6 p.m. and buffet dinner at 7. The night features Coach Mike Van Diest, his staff and his outstanding student athletes. Tickets are $35 per person or $60 per couple, with limited seating. RSVP by January 25 at 406-447-4480 or at jbingham@carroll.edu
The new Grandstreet Theatre (Helena) production of Lombardi, following the dramatic life of football legend Vince Lombardi, hits the stage Jan. 18 through Feb. 2, and on two production nights Carroll’s own award-winning head football coach Mike Van Diest (left) will also have a role. On two Talkback Thursdays following the evening performances on Jan. 24 and Jan. 31, coach Van Diest will talk about Lombardi’s influence on his career. Get the play-by-play on the play at: http://helenair.com/entertainment/yourtime/bringing-a-legend-to-life/article_ad00aae4-5fa7-11e2-b23c-001a4bcf887a.html
This weekend, track and field is bye and both men's and women's basketball are away. For all the latest Athletics news and full schedule for all teams, check out http://www.carrollathletics.com/index.aspx
COMING EVENTS
Ongoing: The Carroll Art Gallery’s winter exhibit, “Stephen Glueckert: Drawings of Drawing Tools.” The Carroll Art Gallery is located in St. Charles Hall, room 034. Admission is free. The gallery is open 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. weekdays; closed weekends and college holidays. The exhibit continues to March 1, 2013.
February 9: Carroll Campus Ministry Headlights annual spaghetti dinner at St. Mary's Catholic Community in Helena.
February 15: Opening night for Carroll Theatre’s mainstage play, < strong>7 Storiesin the Carroll Theatre. The play curtains Feb. 15-16 and Feb. 22-23 at 7:30 p.m.; Sunday matinees Feb. 17 and 24 at 3 p.m. This play follows life on the ledge: a man about to commit suicide from seven stories up is interrupted by a series of people opening windows on either side of him. The neighbors call on him to act as confidant and arbitrator in their domestic concerns, ignoring both the psychological and physical danger his position would seem to suggest.
February 20: Carroll College’s Anthrozoology club presents a lecture by guest speaker Mike Dowling, US Marines veteran of the Iraq war and author of Sergeant Rex. Free and open to the public, the talk is at 7 p.m. in Simperman Hall room 101/202. Dowling is one of the first canine handlers to serve in the military since the Vietnam War. His book, Sergeant Rex, describes his experiences, training and bond with his dog. Free and open to the public.
February 21: Artist Stephan Glueckert will give a free public gallery lecture on his Carroll Art Gallery exhibit, “Stephen Glueckert: Drawings of Drawing Tools,” at 7 p.m. in the gallery, located in St. Charles Hall room 034. Since 1992, Stephen Glueckert has been curator of the Missoula Art Museum. A native Montanan, he has also been a working artist for over 35 years. Primarily a sculptor, he has also been engaged for two decades producing an ongoing series creating drawings, actual tools (kinetic sculptures that draw), and videos about the drawing process.
February 22: Carroll College astronomy professor Dr. Kelly Cline presents “Our Fractal Universe” at 7 p.m. in the Carroll Simperman Hall Wiegand Amphitheatre. Free and open to the public. What do movie special effects, the stock market, heart attacks, and the rings of Saturn have in common? They all consist of fractals, irregular repeating shapes that are found in cloud formations and tree limbs, in stalks of broccoli and craggy mountain ranges, and even in the rhythm of the human heart. Join us for an introduction to the amazing new science of fractal geometry.
February 28: Carroll’s Theology Dept. and the Sister Annette Moran Center continue the Be(com)ing Church Between Past and Future series, celebrating the 50th anniversary of Vatican II, with classical languages and literature professor and historian Fr. Daniel Shea presenting, “Sacred Liturgy: How the Church Lives & Shares the Mystery of Christ,” at 7 p.m. in the Carroll Campus Center. Free and open to the public.
March 4-8: Spring Break
March 14: Carroll College astronomy professor Dr. Kelly Cline presents “The Mystery of the Higgs Boson” at 7 p.m. in the Carroll Simperman Hall Wiegand Amphitheatre. Free and open to the public. Last summer, after 40 years of searching, scientists at the Large Hadron Collider laboratory in Europe finally discovered the Higgs boson. This strange new particle, sometimes called “The God Particle,” fills our universe, giving all particles their masses. Yet, the measurements of this newly discovered particle are strange and paradoxical. What secrets does the Higgs boson hold, and what does it tell us about the hidden laws of our universe?
March 21: Carroll Jazz Combo Concert in the Campus Center, 4 p.m. Free.
March 21:Carroll’s Theology Dept. and the Sister Annette Moran Center continue the Be(com)ing Church Between Past and Future series, celebrating the 50th anniversary of Vatican II, with Carroll Hunthausen Professor of Peace and Justice Chris Fuller presenting, “Perfidious No More: Catholic/Jewish Relations since Vatican II,” at 7 p.m. in the Carroll Campus Center. Free and open to the public.
April 4: Carroll College astronomy professor Dr. Kelly Cline presents “Curiosity: Searching for Life on Mars” at 7 p.m. in the Carroll Simperman Hall Wiegand Amphitheatre. Free and open to the public. NASA’s new rover is the largest probe ever to set down on the Red Planet. Crammed with amazing scientific instruments, Curiosity is launching a quantum leap in our understanding of Mars. Could there be life on the fourth planet from the sun? Join us as we explore how Curiosity is going to find out.
April 10: Carroll’s Theology Dept. and the Sister Annette Moran Center continue the Be(com)ing Church Between Past and Future series, celebrating the 50th anniversary of Vatican II, with Carroll Theology Professor Brian Matz presenting, “Decree on the Catholic Eastern Churches,” at 7 p.m. in the Carroll Campus Center. Free and open to the public.
May 2: Carroll Jazz Combo Concert in the Carroll Theatre, 7:30 p.m. Free.
May 11: Baccalaureate Mass and Commencement