November 22, 2013
Presidential Portrait
Visitors to the Corette Library on the Carroll campus will now find a silkscreen portrait of President John F. Kennedy gracing the interior of the library. This distinguished silkscreen was given to Bill (’54) and Gail (‘66) Lannan as a gift from Fr. Daniel Peter Hillen and is on loan to Carroll from the Lannans. Gail and Bill wanted to share it with the college on this, the 50th anniversary of President Kennedy's death.
Bill and Gail Lannen are longtime friends of Carroll College. Bill started Carroll's 3-2 engineering program and after a long career with the Guaranteed Student Loan Program, came back to Carroll to reestablish Carroll's golf program, serving as coach until his retirement. Gail worked for the diocese of Helena. They always have Carroll in their heart and their prayers and have been extremely generous of their time, talent and support, as many Carroll students can attest.
In remembrance of November 22, 1963, Jim Michelotti (’66) shares his recollections with the Montana Standard of the reaction on the Carroll campus to the shocking news that President Kennedy had been shot. Click here to read his story.
Countdown to Kickoff
Bundle up in your purple and gold and come out and support our Fighting Saints in their first round NAIA playoff game this Saturday, November 23. Carroll received the number three seed and will host the fourteenth seeded Georgetown College (KY).
The Frontier Conference Champion Saints are 10-1 this season and 9-1 in conference play and a perfect 5-0 at Nelson Stadium this season. For more on this matchup, see the Helena IR article here.
Tickets are still available and can be purchased at the PE Center Front Desk, at the gate on game day or by calling 447-4480. Ticket prices are: $15-18 for reserved seating; seniors (60+) and children (16 and under) are $7. Students can pick up one ticket at the PE Center Front Desk upon presentation of their Carroll ID. The game will be broadcast on ESPN Montana Radio FM 94.9 and webcasted: www.livestream.com/fightingsaints
GO SAINTS!!
Faculty/Staff News
History is Made
Dr. Paula McNutt, Vice President for Academic Affairs, announced this week that Dr. Bob Swartout, Department Chair and Professor of History, has been granted Emeritus status. Dr. Swartout is closing out his highly esteemed career by teaching his last class at Carroll this fall. Please join us in congratulating Dr. Swartout on this well-deserved honor.
Alumni News
Quincey Kuiava (‘13) has recently been hired as an accountant at Galusha, Higgins & Galusha, PC in Helena. Kuiava is a native of Las Vegas, and a graduate of Carroll College with majors in accounting and finance.
Nick Shull (‘13) has recently been hired as an accountant at Galusha, Higgins & Galusha PC in Helena. Shull is a native of Missoula and a graduate of Carroll College with a major in accounting.
Student News
National Nomination for Blomquist
Congratulations to Carroll College junior linebacker Sean Blomquist for being nominated for the inaugural Cliff Harris Small College Defensive Player of the Year Award.
Sean, a Helena native, has started all three years at Carroll and was a 2012 First-Team All-Frontier Conference selection last season leading the Fighting Saints in tackles.
“Sean’s achievements this season have been tremendous. His play at linebacker has been incredible and his leadership on defense has been invaluable – he is one of the top defensive players in the country and is very deserving of this recognition,” Saints head coach Mike Van Diest said.
The Cliff Harris Award will be presented annually to the top small college defensive football player in the country representing almost 500 NCAA Division II, III and NAIA colleges and universities.
For more on this honor, click here.
Living Large on Campus
Excitement is building as work continues to hum along on the new campus apartment buildings on the east side of campus. Looking to get all the insights on the who, how and when of campus housing options? Check out the new Junior/Senior Housing page in the Residence Life section of the Carroll website.
Get your questions answered as you figure out what options are best for you. Compare financial considerations and housing features as well as understand the process and timelines for applying for on-campus living. Plus, be sure to check out the Campus Apartments page to get a detailed rundown of frequently asked questions about the new apartment living option.
An Eye-Opening Evening
Photo courtesy of Eliza Wiley, Helena IR
One hundred and ninety eight students participated in Carroll’s inaugural Oxfam Hunger Banquet in the STAC last Monday. “I appreciated that students were willing to participate in the event, even if they didn't fully understand what was going on,” said student organizer senior Logan McLean. “Providing an opportunity for students to reflect on their position at Carroll and potential to make a difference just by eating differently made the event completely worth it, especially as we are entering into the holiday season” said McLean.
The event received front page coverage in the Helena IR.
Thank you to all that were willing to step out of their routine for an evening to bring awareness to poverty, hunger and injustice issues.
Helping this Holiday Season
A number of Carroll-sponsored collections occur during the holiday season. Consider helping those in need by supporting these various causes on campus.
Help to be part of the solution by contributing to the rehabilitative process for inmates by donating books. SO 200 - Social Problems is organizing a book drive for the Montana State Prison libraries. The libraries are valuable to the prison and prisoners in many ways. Carroll’s donations last year were greatly appreciated. There are collection boxes in all major office and dorm buildings on campus from Nov. 20 through Dec. 4.
Keep the little ones warm. The Honor Scholars Program annually collects winter clothing for school-aged children for the Head Start Program. There is a need for sizes 3T-6T. Items needed include: winter coats, snow pants, hats, mittens, scarves, etc. A collection bin is located in the St. Charles East Lobby. Collections will be delivered to Head Start on December 12.
Upcoming Events
Carroll College PechaKucha Night, Nov. 22, 6-8 p.m., Simperman 101/202, Carroll College
Join Carroll Business and Communication students for an evening of PechaKucha presentations. Faculty and staff are welcome to present as well on a topic of their choice. Contact Alan Hansen, ahansen@carroll.edu or Mark Smillie, msmillie@carroll.edu with questions.
Carroll Choirs Fall Concert, Nov. 24, 4 p.m., St. Paul’s United Methodist Church, Helena,
The theme of the concert is “In Praise of Music,” with several diverse selections which comment on the beauty, spirituality, and power of music. Everyone is welcome and admission is free.
Carroll College Jazz Combo Fall Encore Performance, Dec. 9, 4 p.m., Carroll College Campus Center
Come and hear the big band sound of Carroll's 18-piece jazz ensemble as they present an encore performance of their fall concert, "Big Band Salute." Admission is free. For more information, call (406) 447-4303.
Thanksgiving Break, Nov. 27 - Dec. 1
Carroll College will be celebrating Thanksgiving break from Wednesday, Nov. 27 through Sunday, Dec. 1. There will be no classes Nov. 27 – Nov. 29. Administrative offices will also be closed during the break. QuickNotes will resume on Dec. 6. Campus housing will remain open. The STAC will offer brunch and dinner on Wednesday, Saturday and Sunday during the break. Happy Thanksgiving!
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