by Public Relations | Jul 20, 2011 | Alumni, Faculty, Parents, Staff, Students
Canisius President John J. Hurley accepts the Rev. J. Barry McGannon, S.J., Award from Mary Kay McFadden, vice president, university advancement, Seattle University and president of JAA.
The Jesuit Advancement Administrators (JAA) recognized Canisius College President John J. Hurley with its 2011 Rev. J. Barry McGannon, S.J., Award. The award, created in 1994, is the highest honor JAA bestows upon its members. The recipient distinguishes himself within the Jesuit system, contributes to the development of institutional advancement, shares his ideas and experiences with fellow institutional advancement professionals and establishes himself as someone whom others strive to emulate. Hurley accepted his award at the JAA Conference at Seattle University on July 11.
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Submitted by: Office of Public Relations
by Public Relations | Jul 20, 2011 | Faculty, Staff, Students
Canisius College will host this year’s Students for the Advancement of Global Entrepreneurship (SAGE) World Cup Tournament on July 22 – July 26. One hundred and eighty teens from 14 countries will compete in the ninth annual tournament. Canisius faculty members will join business and education leaders from across the globe to judge the competition.
“The SAGE World Cup Tournament presents a wonderful opportunity for our international guests to visit our great city and our campus,” said Canisius College President John J. Hurley.
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Submitted by: Office of Public Relations
by Public Relations | Jul 20, 2011 | Faculty, Staff
It’s hard to imagine but it’s already time to think about freshmen check-in. The Office of Residence Life expects the largest freshmen resident class since 2007 and faculty and staff are needed to help greet and move in the newest members of the Canisius family on Wednesday, August 24 from 8 a.m. – 2 p.m. Any time that Canisius faculty and staff can spare is welcomed, and Residence Life will provide breakfast and or lunch to all volunteers. Please contact Al Pilato at pilato1@canisius.edu for more information or to sign up.
Submitted by: Al Pilato, associate director, residence life
by Public Relations | Jul 20, 2011 | Alumni, Faculty, Staff
Time is running out to register for the 14th Annual Blue & Gold Golf Classic. Only a few openings remain for the tournament, which will be held Monday, August 1 at the Brierwood Country Club in Hamburg, NY. The event begins with lunch at 11:30 a.m., followed by golf at 1 p.m. and beverages and dinner after golf. Golfers of all abilities may register as a single player or as part of a group. To secure a spot, click on www.gogriffs.com. For additional information, call Ext. 2977.
Submitted by: John Maddock, associate athletic director – external affairs, athletics
by Public Relations | Jul 20, 2011 | Faculty, Staff
Free movie screening passes are available for Captain America: The First Avenger tonight (July 20) at 7 p.m. at the Regal Walden Galleria. For passes, go to www.gofobo.com and enter RSVP code: COMPLJ3M. Passes are limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis. Please arrive 45 – 60 minutes early for best seating. Seating is not guaranteed and the theater is overbooked to ensure capacity. More information about the movie can be found here. Passes are also available for a screening of Crazy Stupid Love starring Steve Carell, Ryan Gosling and Julianne Moore on Monday (July 25) at 7 p.m. at the Regal Elmwood Center 16. Go to www.gofobo.com/RSVP and enter code WOMFILXKXB. Passes are available for 30 Minutes Or Less starring Jesse Eisenberg on Wednesday, July 27 at 7:30 p.m. at the Walden Galleria Regal. Go to www.gofobo.com/RSVP and enter code: 4VIPRRB5
Submitted by: Kathy Kelly, administrative associate, human resources
