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         <title><![CDATA[Winterim 2009: Where In The World Is Nyack?]]></title>
         <link>http://www.nyack.edu//blog/NyackNews/511</link>
         <description>By Deborah.Walker - <![CDATA[
Globetrotting is in full swing for six teams of Nyack faculty and students! Courses are underway in Egypt, Israel, Italy, Mozambique, the Philippines and Spain. Stay in touch by visiting http://www.nyack.edu/content/ICS_Winterim for updates.
Continue your prayers for productive, healthy, and safe travels for all.
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		 <pubDate>Mon, 05 Jan 2009 14:54:31 GMT</pubDate>
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         <title><![CDATA[Nyack Public Library Features Nyack Musicians In Concert]]></title>
         <link>http://www.nyack.edu//blog/NyackNews/508</link>
         <description>By Deborah.Walker - <![CDATA[

Nyack College's own School of Music professor, Dr. Tammy Lum, pianist (pictured at left) will be joined by Nyack alumnus Jacob Nevill (&amp;lsquo;08), saxophonist/composer in a performance &amp;ldquo;Music of the Americas&amp;rdquo; at the Nyack Public Library located at 59 S. Broadway, Nyack NY 10960 on Saturday, December 27, 2008 at 7:00 p.m.
 
General admission is $20; for seniors, $15 and for students $10. For more info, visit:
http://www.southnyackrecitalseries.org 
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		 <pubDate>Mon, 22 Dec 2008 14:20:22 GMT</pubDate>
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         <title><![CDATA[2009 Martin Luther King, Jr. Day]]></title>
         <link>http://www.nyack.edu//blog/NyackNews/507</link>
         <description>By Deborah.Walker - <![CDATA[


Nyack College is a part of the Rockland County Martin Luther King, Jr. Day Celebration Committee, a consortium of local community leaders, groups, and institutions that will honor the educational, spiritual, and service-oriented ideals embodied in the national Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. holiday.
The following events are planned for the Monday, January 19 federal holiday.
&amp;nbsp;St. Charles AME Zion Church, 
432 Valentine Avenue, Sparkill, NY -10:00 a.m.
The day kicks off with the annual MLK community breakfast at St. Charles A.M.E., serving Rockland County residents.
Riverspace Arts in Nyack
119 Main Street, Nyack, New York 
12 noon - 5:30 p.m. A blood drive with Bloodmobiles, provided by New York Blood Center/Hudson Valley Blood Services, stationed directly outside of Riverspace. In the theatre&amp;rsquo;s lobby, a number of local health organizations will provide health screenings, information, and/or health screening kits for blood pressure, diabetes, and other health concerns.
 
12 noon &amp;ndash; 2:00 p.m. A continuous loop of the A&amp;amp;E biography on the life and ministry of Dr. King.&amp;nbsp; 
 
4:00-5:30 p.m. A food fair will be held in a heated tent with samples from area restaurants for Pilgrim Baptist Church service attendees, volunteers who serve in the day&amp;rsquo;s activities, and others to encourage participation in the blood drive and other evening events. There will be a number of live stage performances in the theatre, including dramatic resentations, a youth choir, dance troupes, and music.
Pilgrim Baptist Church, 80 North Franklin Street, Nyack, NY
2:00 p.m. The annual Martin Luther King Day commemorative service is a well-received community gathering co-sponsored by the Nyack NAACP and the Rockland Ministerial Alliance. 
 
Martin Luther King Multipurpose Center, 110 Bethune Blvd
Spring Valley, NY 10977
7:30 p.m.&amp;nbsp; An annual fundraiser: a jazz concert, featuring the legendary pianist, Monty Alexander.
For more information, contact Mr. Earl Miller, Nyack College's Executive Director of Community Relations at 845.675.4791 or at Earl.Miller@nyack.edu.


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		 <pubDate>Thu, 18 Dec 2008 14:44:27 GMT</pubDate>
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         <title><![CDATA[Nyack Alumna in 2009 cIcu Hall of Distinction]]></title>
         <link>http://www.nyack.edu//blog/NyackNews/506</link>
         <description>By Deborah.Walker - <![CDATA[
Renee Horrey, 1999 Nyack College alumna, is among more than one dozen individuals who will be inducted into the 2009 Independent Sector Alumni Hall of Distinction sponsored by the Commission on Independent Colleges and Universities (cIcu). The cIcu is a statewide association representing the public policy interests of the chief executives of more than 100 independent colleges and universities in New York State. 
 
The 2009 Alumni Hall of Distinction will put the spotlight on elementary/secondary school educators and school administrators, calling attention to the crucial role that private colleges and universities play in preparing New York State&amp;rsquo;s educators.
 
During the annual two-day meeting for chief executive officers of cIcu member colleges and universities, a special reception will be held on March 2, 2009 in Albany, when awards will be presented to the honorees. In addition to the evening&amp;rsquo;s recognition, each awardee&amp;rsquo;s profile will be on display in the legislative building in Albany.&amp;nbsp; Following the March induction ceremony, honorees will be featured at www.cicu.org.&amp;nbsp; 
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		 <pubDate>Tue, 16 Dec 2008 12:58:35 GMT</pubDate>
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         <title><![CDATA[Fuel Our Warriors]]></title>
         <link>http://www.nyack.edu//blog/NyackNews/505</link>
         <description>By Deborah.Walker - <![CDATA[
The Athletics Department has extended an invitation to generous individuals who can sponsor a meal for Nyack&amp;rsquo;s Men&amp;rsquo;s and/or Women's Basketball teams while they are on campus during the Christmas break. Meals are already covered for those days when the athletes are competing in games. 
December 15-19 and December 29-January 17 are the time periods when the athletes are on campus and the cafeteria is closed.&amp;nbsp; Anyone willing to sponsor a meal during those times for either team (Women&amp;rsquo;s team: 18 players including coaching staff and manager; Men&amp;rsquo;s team: 20 players including coaching staff and manager), should contact the Athletics Office at 845.675.4590.
If you&amp;rsquo;d like to show even more support by attending games, schedules are listed below. 
Women's Schedule
Fri, 12/19/2008 Roberts Wesleyan 7:00 pm Nyack, NY 
Sat, 01/03/2009 Marywood University 6:00pm Scranton, PA 
Tue, 01/06/2009 Queens College 6:00pm Queens, NY 
Thu, 01/08/2009 Concordia College 7:00 pm Nyack, NY 
Sat, 01/10/2009 Holy Family University* 6:00pm Philadelphia, PA 
Tue, 01/13/2009 Felician College* 6:00pm Rutherford, NJ&amp;nbsp; 
Sat, 01/17/2009 University of Sciences* 1:00 pm Nyack, NY&amp;nbsp; 
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Men's Schedule
Sat, 12/20/2008 Southern New Hampshire 2:00 pm Manchester, NH 
Sat, 01/03/2009 New York Tech 3:30 pm Old Westbury, NY 
Wed, 01/07/2009 Dowling 7:00 pm Oakdale, NY 
Sat, 01/10/2009 Holy Family University* 3:00 pm Philadelphia, PA 
Tue, 01/13/2009 Felician College* 8:00pm Rutherford, NJ 
Sat, 01/17/2009 University of Sciences* 3:00 pm Nyack, NY 
 
Thank you for your consideration.
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		 <pubDate>Thu, 11 Dec 2008 08:58:19 GMT</pubDate>
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         <title><![CDATA[Join the New York Student Aid Alliance]]></title>
         <link>http://www.nyack.edu//blog/NyackNews/502</link>
         <description>By Deborah.Walker - <![CDATA[
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On December 16, Governor David Paterson's first Executive Budget will be released. College financial aid programs could be seriously impacted by the New York State deficit projected to be as high as $15 billion.
 
Check out the new Facebook page, New York Student Aid Alliance, launched by the Commission on Independent Colleges and Universities.&amp;nbsp; Click on the link http://tinyurl.com/NYStudentAidAlliance and then click, &amp;quot;Become a Fan.&amp;quot;&amp;nbsp; 
 
This is a platform for students, parents, alumni, faculty, staff, and friends to unite efforts and support funding for the more than 300,000 students who depend on financial assistance from New York State. Learn how you can make a difference by voicing your opposition to budget cuts in programs such as the Tuition Assistance Program (TAP), Higher Education Opportunity Program (HEOP), Science and Technology Entry Programs (STEP/C-STEP), and Liberty Partnerships Programs. 
 
Join this important online community of advocates so that you can receive e-mails about when your voice of support will matter most.
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		 <pubDate>Tue, 09 Dec 2008 14:16:34 GMT</pubDate>
         <guid>http://www.nyack.edu//blog/NyackNews/502</guid>
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         <title><![CDATA[Shop &amp; Stop for Music at the Palisades Mall]]></title>
         <link>http://www.nyack.edu//blog/NyackNews/501</link>
         <description>By Deborah.Walker - <![CDATA[
Nyack College Rockland School of Music will participate in the annual Music Marathon presented by the Rockland County Music Teachers Guild on Saturday, December 13 from 12:30-1:30 p.m. at the Palisades Mall on the ground floor near H&amp;amp;M. School of Music students and friends will perform in this benefit for the United Hospice of Rockland.
 
Nyack students who will perform on piano are Eunice Kim and Josh Walsh; and Wendy Gierhart on flute. Vocalists will be Elodie Singer, soprano; John Kim, tenor; and Christen Mills, soprano. Alumnus Jacob Nevill will play saxophone. 
Each student has to raise funds to participate. Your support will be appreciated.&amp;nbsp;
For more information, please contact the School of Music at 845.675.4687.
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		 <pubDate>Tue, 09 Dec 2008 11:35:26 GMT</pubDate>
         <guid>http://www.nyack.edu//blog/NyackNews/501</guid>
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         <title><![CDATA[Deadline for Nyack's Literary Magazine, The Fine Print]]></title>
         <link>http://www.nyack.edu//blog/NyackNews/500</link>
         <description>By Deborah.Walker - <![CDATA[Dr. Jonathan Gates, Chair of Nyack's English Department welcomed submissions for The Fine Print 2009 in a recent announcement:

Have you written lyrics for a song lately, or taken photographs on a recent missions trip or road trip, or have you been writing a poem or short story for a class or a friend?&amp;nbsp; If so, the editors of Nyack&amp;rsquo;s literary magazine, The Fine Print, request that you submit your original creative work to the 2009 annual edition.&amp;nbsp; We welcome poetry, short prose, art work, and photographs from experienced and novice creative artists.&amp;nbsp; 
You will find our &amp;ldquo;submission guidelines&amp;rdquo; at the Nyack College English Department website (http://www.nyack.edu/content/TheFinePrintSubmissions). All themes and subjects are welcome; however, we would especially appreciate works in other languages with translation.&amp;nbsp; To be considered for inclusion in the 2009 edition, all work must be submitted by Thursday, January 29, 2009.&amp;nbsp; (Be sure to follow &amp;ldquo;submission guidelines&amp;rdquo; on the English Dept. website so your work is eligible for publication and entry into the awards contest.)
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		 <pubDate>Mon, 08 Dec 2008 08:44:00 GMT</pubDate>
         <guid>http://www.nyack.edu//blog/NyackNews/500</guid>
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         <title><![CDATA[Taste of the Nations Feast - December 3]]></title>
         <link>http://www.nyack.edu//blog/NyackNews/499</link>
         <description>By Deborah.Walker - <![CDATA[
Wednesday, December 3 from 4:00-8:00 p.m &amp;nbsp;in the lower lobby of Alliance Theological Seminary Rockland, 350 North Highland Ave in Nyack, NY, an international food fair, Taste of the Nations will be presented.
Sample dishes from a dozen different nations including Egypt, Brazil, India, Korea, Costa Rica, the Caribbean, and more&amp;mdash;all prepared by students and professors.
The suggested minimum donation is $10. &amp;nbsp;Proceeds from this event will benefit &amp;quot;Souq by the Sea: A Middle Eastern Street Market.&amp;quot;&amp;nbsp; The funds will help our missionaries-in-residence to launch a Street Market in the Middle East, providing small business opportunities for low-income families, a stage for community artists, and an opportunity for believers to share Christ with Arabs. 
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		 <pubDate>Tue, 02 Dec 2008 10:23:16 GMT</pubDate>
         <guid>http://www.nyack.edu//blog/NyackNews/499</guid>
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         <title><![CDATA[Warrior Athletics This Week]]></title>
         <link>http://www.nyack.edu//blog/NyackNews/498</link>
         <description>By Deborah.Walker - <![CDATA[The Athletic Department invites you to come out and support your Nyack Warriors as they compete this first week of December.

Tuesday, December 2
Men's Basketball vs East Stroudsburg 7pm Home
Women's Basketball vs Post @ 6pm Away

Thursday, December 4
Women's Basketball vs Dominican College @ 6pm HOME
Men's Basketball vs Dominican College @ 8 pm HOME

Saturday, December 6
Men's Basketball vs Post @ 3pm Away

Please visit the Nyack College website http://nyack.edu/athletics/ to keep up with all our sports teams throughout the season.

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		 <pubDate>Mon, 01 Dec 2008 08:42:27 GMT</pubDate>
         <guid>http://www.nyack.edu//blog/NyackNews/498</guid>
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         <title><![CDATA[Fall Fellowship Series With Pastor Dennis Newkirk]]></title>
         <link>http://www.nyack.edu//blog/NyackNews/496</link>
         <description>By Deborah.Walker - <![CDATA[
Khalilah Tyre of the Rockland campus Spiritual Formation Office says, &amp;quot;You definitely don't want to miss out on the remaining time we have with special guest, Dr. Dennis Newkirk of Henderson Hills Baptist Church (Edmond, OK), former pastor of our very own President Scales.&amp;quot;&amp;nbsp;
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Those services will be tonight, Wednesday, November 19 at 8:00 p.m. in Pardington Hall and Friday, November 21 at 10:10 am., concluding his series, also in Pardington Hall.

 

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		 <pubDate>Wed, 19 Nov 2008 09:46:42 GMT</pubDate>
         <guid>http://www.nyack.edu//blog/NyackNews/496</guid>
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         <title><![CDATA[Oppose Cuts in New York State Student Aid]]></title>
         <link>http://www.nyack.edu//blog/NyackNews/493</link>
         <description>By Deborah.Walker - <![CDATA[Nyack College is one of more than 100 independent colleges and universities in New York State who are a part of the Commission on Independent Colleges and Universities (CICU). Our own President Michael Scales is a member of CICU&amp;rsquo;s Board of Trustees.&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp; 
In light of impending New York State budget cuts, CICU President Abraham Lackman, alerted member campuses about how we can make our voices heard in Albany on the issue of financial aid reductions.
 
President Lackman sends the following message:
 
&amp;quot;As you know, New York State faces extremely difficult financial challenges. Funding for college financial aid could be targeted in the weeks and months ahead as our elected representatives figure out how to close a $14 billion hole in the state&amp;rsquo;s Budget. Just today, the Governor announced $5.2 billion in possible budget cuts as a first step. 

In advance of Governor Paterson&amp;rsquo;s Executive Budget &amp;mdash; which is expected on December 16 &amp;mdash; I write to ask for ten seconds of your time to help mobilize in support of state student aid programs. More than 300,000 students depend on state financial assistance to meet their college costs. Here is what you can do now:

1.&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp; Forward this link to your family and friends: http://capwiz.com/cicu/mlm/signup/ 
2.&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp; Ask them to sign up to receive an e-mail at times when their voice of support will matter most.

In the months ahead, I&amp;rsquo;ll send updates to let you know when your calls, e-mails and other conversations with policymakers will help to funding for student aid. 
Thank you for taking a stand in support of student financial aid. Your positive action will continue to make a difference.&amp;quot;



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		 <pubDate>Thu, 13 Nov 2008 06:49:35 GMT</pubDate>
         <guid>http://www.nyack.edu//blog/NyackNews/493</guid>
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         <title><![CDATA[Dean Underwood Selected for CCCU Steering Committee]]></title>
         <link>http://www.nyack.edu//blog/NyackNews/492</link>
         <description>By Deborah.Walker - <![CDATA[
Dr. Anita Underwood, appointed dean of the School of Business and Leadership in August 2008, was recently invited to join the steering committee of the Council for Christian Colleges &amp;amp; Universities (CCCU) Research Center in Adult Learning. The new center, developed to study adult learning, is a joint venture the CCCU shares with host institution, Indiana Wesleyan University (IWU) in Marion, IN.
 
For a two-year term, Dr. Underwood will be a part of a 10-15 member steering committee that convenes biannually in conjunction with an annual conference on adult education. Responsibilities of the committee include soliciting research proposals from CCCU member institutions as well as establishing and prioritizing a research agenda and assessment tools for the research. Committee members will also identify and recommend research fellows, who will reflect the denominational makeup of the CCCU and represent a wide spectrum of academic disciplines.
 
Dr. Underwood&amp;rsquo;s nomination was reviewed and accepted by the CCCU and university leaders. She was notified of her selection by Dr. Cynthia Tweedell, Executive Director, CCCU Center for Research in Adult Learning.
 
The Nyack College community proudly congratulates Dr. Underwood for another outstanding accomplishment.&amp;nbsp; 
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		 <pubDate>Wed, 12 Nov 2008 07:03:00 GMT</pubDate>
         <guid>http://www.nyack.edu//blog/NyackNews/492</guid>
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         <title><![CDATA[A New Day Dawns... Nyack's President Michael G. Scales on Election 2008]]></title>
         <link>http://www.nyack.edu//blog/NyackNews/491</link>
         <description>By Deborah.Walker - <![CDATA[
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President Michael G. Scales issued the following statement about our nation's presidential election. 
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Tuesday, November 4, 2008, was truly a momentous occasion.
In one sense, it was the culmination of a long, hard-fought political campaign. Every four years we go through this. We, the American people, select the most powerful leader of this most powerful nation on earth. With so much at stake, it is no wonder that the contest is hard fought. This year was no different in the intensity of the contest. This year will once again exhibit our greatness because there will be a peaceful transition of power.
Yet we all know this year&amp;rsquo;s election is different. Both contestants are honorable men. One is a former POW who invested his life in the service of his country. The other is the first African American on the top of the ticket. Indeed, he is the first minority to receive his party&amp;rsquo;s nomination.
At the culmination, each contestant spoke to his supporters. Anyone with a semblance of an open mind could see and hear that both of these men personify the character and greatness of America. Both men called for unity.
One exhibited great leadership by stating that he alone takes full responsibility for his loss&amp;mdash;no finger pointing. Further, he pledged full support for the winner of the contest. And he asked all Americans to do the same.
The winner of the contest spoke to the hopes and dreams of people all around the world. I am just old enough to vaguely and sadly remember a segregated south. It is both breathtaking and awe-inspiring to now see an African American elected as our 44th president. Further, President-elect Obama implied, &amp;ldquo;I can do it and you can too!&amp;rdquo; Yes, we can&amp;hellip;make a better world. His words and his life give people hope even &amp;ldquo;to those who are huddled around radios in the forgotten corners of our world.&amp;rdquo;
 
Therefore in another sense, Election Day 2008 was both the culmination of a centuries-old struggle and the dawning of a new day for America and the world. The creative spirit is alive and well in America. We are continuously re-inventing ourselves. We can be the &amp;ldquo;city set on a hill.&amp;rdquo;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp; 
With this contest over, I am reminded of Abraham Lincoln&amp;rsquo;s second inaugural address. He quoted scripture by saying, &amp;ldquo;&amp;hellip;so still it must be said, &amp;quot;the judgments of the Lord are true and righteous altogether.&amp;quot;
A new contest begins. Our role, as followers of Jesus, is to pray and to support our government officials&amp;mdash;the ones who lead today and the ones of the new administration to come.
Please pray for President-elect Barack Obama, his administration, and may God bless America.
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		 <pubDate>Thu, 06 Nov 2008 06:42:14 GMT</pubDate>
         <guid>http://www.nyack.edu//blog/NyackNews/491</guid>
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         <title><![CDATA[Environmentally Friendly Nyack]]></title>
         <link>http://www.nyack.edu//blog/NyackNews/489</link>
         <description>By Deborah.Walker - <![CDATA[

&amp;nbsp;
Nyack College is partnering with eLot Recycling of Troy, NY to sponsor Electronic Recycling Day on Saturday, November 8 from 10:00 a.m. until 3:00 p.m. at Nyack's Rockland County campus.
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The drop-off site will be behind the archway at Moseley Hall near the Moseley soccer field and classroom #100. All items, except televisions, will be recycled free of charge. The recycling fee for televisions is only $10 each.
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Items that will be accepted include: mother boards, computer components, AC adapters, answering machines, caller ID boxes, cell phones, car phones, telephones, hard drives, CD burners, DVDs, VCRs, floppy drives, pagers, routers, electronic game systems, projectors, cameras, blenders, can openers, coffee makers, fans, household lamps, microwaves, toasters, surge protectors and typewriters.
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For more information, phone eLot at 518.266.9385.
 
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		 <pubDate>Tue, 21 Oct 2008 11:49:53 GMT</pubDate>
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         <title><![CDATA[Remembering Ernie Armoogam (1971-2008)]]></title>
         <link>http://www.nyack.edu//blog/NyackNews/488</link>
         <description>By Deborah.Walker - <![CDATA[
The Nyack community was saddened today by the news that Alton &amp;ldquo;Ernie&amp;rdquo; Armoogam passed away. A 1997 Nyack College alumnus and former employee, Ernie courageously dealt with health issues in recent years.
 
Of his passing, Dr. Michael Scales said, &amp;ldquo;He was one of my heroes.&amp;rdquo; Loved as well by students and colleagues, he served in Student Development as Director of Student Programs and was a Satellite Housing Residence Director. He was also Nyack's Head Coach for Women's Softball Coach.
While working at Mont Lawn Camp in Bushkill, PA, he spoke highly of Nyack students who worked there as summer counselors. Armoogam commented on how the students reflected Nyack&amp;rsquo;s five core values and &amp;ldquo;exceeded the expectations&amp;rdquo; as they &amp;ldquo;bonded together and with other people demonstrating what they received at school.&amp;rdquo; 
The Nyack College community will celebrate Ernie's life on the Rockland County campus. Sunday, October 19 from 4:00 p.m.&amp;nbsp; until 7:00 p.m. , a viewing will be held in Pardington Hall. The Homegoing Celebration will also be held in Pardington Hall on Monday, October 20 at noon, followed by the interment.
Cards may be mailed to his mother, Mrs. Iris Febus, 2609 Briggs Avenue, Bronx, New York 10468.
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		 <pubDate>Wed, 15 Oct 2008 14:38:46 GMT</pubDate>
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         <title><![CDATA[Baccalaureate, Hoodings, and Commencement 2009]]></title>
         <link>http://www.nyack.edu//blog/NyackNews/485</link>
         <description>By Deborah.Walker - <![CDATA[
Mark your calendars and plan ahead for 2009 Baccalaureate, Hooding, and Commencement Ceremonies!
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Tuesday, May 5, 7:00 pm, ATS Hooding Ceremony at Bethel Gospel Assembly, 2-26 E. 120th Street, New York, NY
 
Wednesday, May 6, 11:00 am, MBA/MSOL Hooding Ceremony at Shuman Hall/Boon Center, 1 South Blvd, Nyack, NY
Wednesday, May 6, 7:00 pm, AGSC Hooding Ceremony at Boon Center, 1 South Blvd., Nyack, NY
Thursday, May 7, 7:00 pm, NCMC Baccalaureate at Calvary Baptist Church, 123 W 57th St New York, NY
Friday, May 8, 12 noon &amp;ndash;2:00 pm, MSE Hooding Ceremony at Shuman Hall/Boon Center, 1South Blvd., Nyack, NY
Friday, May 8, 7:00 pm, NCRC Baccalaureate at Pardington Hall, 1 South Blvd., Nyack, NY
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Saturday, May 9, 2:00 pm, Commencement 2009 at Westchester County Center, White Plains, NY
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		 <pubDate>Tue, 23 Sep 2008 14:03:06 GMT</pubDate>
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         <title><![CDATA[The Great Debaters]]></title>
         <link>http://www.nyack.edu//blog/NyackNews/482</link>
         <description>By Deborah.Walker - <![CDATA[
Not McCain, Obama, Palin or Biden. The first ever presidential debate will take place on Nyack's Manhattan campus between two candidates for the presidency of Nyack's Student Government Association on Monday, September 22 at 5:00 p.m. in Chapel Room B200.

Meet the candidates.
 


Charles Hwang, Senior
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Hometown: Queens, NY; born in South Korea
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Major: History
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Personal interests: Reading, writing poetry, sports, traveling, hiking, and meeting new people
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On Nyack College: &amp;quot;The wonderful thing about our school is the diversity...My vision is to continue to reach out to all people in and outside of this school and help them in whatever way God sees fit for me to do. I'd like to see great unity in the midst of the diversity in our student body.&amp;quot;
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Dawn Grannum, Senior
Hometown: Brooklyn, NY; born in Georgetown, Guyana
Major: Music Education
Career aspiration: Teaching at high school level and pursuing a professional music career. Would also like to start an arts program for children in impoverished neighborhoods.
Interests: Writing poetry, playing guitar, singing and composing music
On Nyack College: &amp;quot;My desire is that students would become more active and interested in their college experience and that an authentic community would be fostered on the New York City campus as well as the Rockland campus.&amp;quot;
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		 <pubDate>Wed, 17 Sep 2008 13:26:32 GMT</pubDate>
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         <title><![CDATA[President Scales Named Chair of CCCU Commission]]></title>
         <link>http://www.nyack.edu//blog/NyackNews/480</link>
         <description>By Deborah.Walker - <![CDATA[Nyack&amp;rsquo;s own Dr. Michael G. Scales has been selected as the new chair of the Council for Christian Colleges &amp;amp; Universities (CCCU) Commission for Advancing Intercultural Competencies.&amp;nbsp; 
 
Founded in 1976, the CCCU is an association of 185 faith-based campuses in 24 countries.&amp;nbsp; The Commission was developed by the CCCU Board of Directors to develop biblically-based initiatives to help faculty, administrators, and students deepen their understanding of the principle of &amp;quot;loving your neighbor.&amp;quot;&amp;nbsp; 
 
Topics explored by the Commission on behalf of colleges and universities around the globe include race, gender, and ethnicity; the plight of the disenfranchised; and world religions. 
 
The Robert and Susan Andringa Award for Advancing Racial Harmony is an example of public recognition that the Commission awards to member campuses. Nyack College was the recipient of the Racial Harmony Award in February 2001. 
 
On Dr. Scales&amp;rsquo;s appointment, Dr. Mimi Barnard, CCCU Vice President for Professional Development &amp;amp; Research says, &amp;quot;The selection of Dr. Scales as chair was a natural choice for the Commission in light of Nyack's heritage and commitment to addressing these issues. We are excited about the future!&amp;quot;&amp;nbsp; 
 
Congratulations, Mr. President!
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		 <pubDate>Wed, 17 Sep 2008 11:58:54 GMT</pubDate>
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         <title><![CDATA[Passing the Baton at AGSC]]></title>
         <link>http://www.nyack.edu//blog/NyackNews/477</link>
         <description>By Deborah.Walker - <![CDATA[

Dr. Craig Ellison, Nyack's Distinguished Professor of Urban Studies and Counseling, the first professor to receive this recognition, was honored at Alliance Theological Seminary (ATS) Rockland recently. Faculty, staff, and students gathered for a high-spirited celebration of his service to the Alliance Graduate School of Counseling and to ATS.
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Highly respected in his field, letters from two longtime associates, renowned Christian counselor and author, Gary Collins and Dr. James Dobson, founder/chairman of Focus on the Family, were read. Other tributes were compiled in an album. ATS Alumni Association President Donna Baptiste made a presentation on behalf of graduates. For the special occasion, an AGSC faculty and staff choir performed, &amp;quot;God Will Make a Way.&amp;quot; The flock of students who surrounded Dr. Ellison with well-wishes (and their cameras for a bit of memorabilia) spoke volumes of their love for the AGSC Director.
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From his side of the lectern, Dr. Ellison shared the following sentiments:

More than 240 students have graduated from the Alliance Graduate School of Counseling (AGSC) in the past nine years. On our New York City and Rockland campuses, 243 students have enrolled for the fall 2008 semester. 
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God has brought us through many Red Sea experiences--repeatedly confirming that this is HIS program. Because of His faithfulness, we can celebrate the launch of AGSC's second New York State approved program in Marriage and Family Therapy being offered this fall.



AGSC has become known as a program with 1. rapid and steady growth, 2. a solid spiritual foundation, 3. diversity, 4. a wonderful sense of community, 5. high caliber students and 6.&amp;nbsp; 

academic excellence competitive with similar programs throughout the United States.

Last year, two AGSC graduates passed the national comprehensive counseling exam in the 95th percentile. God has blessed us with outstanding full-time and part-time faculty. Our students have dared to trust Him with their future. They have demonstrated that they are motivated by ministry rather than money.

Saturday, September 6 was a celebration of the way the Lord has led in all of our lives. He has brought us together and guided faculty, staff, and students alike. As we continue to listen to the voice of God, He will continue to lead us with His faithfulness.

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Add to your knowledge, vision. Vision puts fire in your soul and perseverance in your portfolio. Where there is no vision, the people perish. Where there is vision, people see God at work. Vision comes from walking closely with God--the ultimate therapist! May we be filled and unified in the vision God has given to us at AGSC.



God will make a way when there is no other way!
submitted by Dr. Craig Ellison
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		 <pubDate>Fri, 12 Sep 2008 09:03:16 GMT</pubDate>
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