Spring 2013 – Saint Joseph's College of Maine Empowering Learners in the Mercy Tradition since 1912 Thu, 07 Oct 2021 14:09:55 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.8.1 Team leadership guides Michael Bolanz ’00, new Director of Alumni Relations /michael-bolanz-director/magazine/spring-2013/ Wed, 01 May 2013 21:59:29 +0000 https://sjcme.wpengine.com/?p=20798 Michael Bolanz, the Director of Alumni Relations, is smiling in front of a window with trees and a building in the background, wearing a white shirt and striped tie. His friendly demeanor embodies his commitment to team leadership. Saint Joseph's College of MaineAfter nine years as Saint Joseph’s women’s soccer coach, Michael Bolanz ’00 has been named the College’s new Director of Alumni Relations. Although having an office in Xavier Hall is something Bolanz never envisioned when he was a student, he says, “It’s something that I felt I was prepared for after my education at Saint [...]]]> Grant fosters community support and personal growth for area children and Saint Joseph’s students /grant-fosters-community-support/magazine/spring-2013/ Wed, 01 May 2013 21:57:54 +0000 https://sjcme.wpengine.com/?p=20796 Logo of Catholic Charities featuring two abstract human figures in blue and green to the left of the organization's name in blue text, symbolizing community support and personal growth. Saint Joseph's College of MaineFunded by a grant from the Department of Justice’s Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention, Saint Joseph’s students have joined 42 national Catholic organizations from 38 states to participate in Catholic Charities’ National Mentoring Program. As the only college selected for this grant, the College will receive $42,000 to fund nine student-mentors over 24 [...]]]> Survey indicates high level of satisfaction for online students /satisfaction-online-students/magazine/spring-2013/ Wed, 01 May 2013 21:56:37 +0000 https://sjcme.wpengine.com/?p=20794 An image listing the top ten reasons online students enroll in Saint Joseph’s programs, including flexible schedules, financial aid, experienced faculty, accreditation, and no GMAT requirement. A recent survey also highlights a high level of satisfaction among enrollees. Saint Joseph's College of MaineMore than 1,400 online students responded to a recent survey invitation extended by Brent Wooten, Director of Marketing for Saint Joseph’s College Online, and the results are in. And for Wooten, the results and level of participation all point to positive signs for the College. “Having more than 40 percent of our students respond to [...]]]> New, career-focused majors reflect national reports and trends for job growth /majors-reflect-trends/magazine/spring-2013/ Wed, 01 May 2013 21:55:24 +0000 https://sjcme.wpengine.com/?p=20793 Alumnus finds a creative way to give back to Pearson’s Town Farm /alumnus-gives-back-pearsons/magazine/spring-2013/ Wed, 01 May 2013 21:52:11 +0000 https://sjcme.wpengine.com/?p=20792 Coach Putnam puts new track and field team on path for success /coach-putnam-new-team/magazine/spring-2013/ Wed, 01 May 2013 21:50:43 +0000 https://sjcme.wpengine.com/?p=20790 Outdoor basketball court with a blue and green surface, surrounded by grass and trees. An apartment building and another structure are visible in the background. This versatile area is perfect for fostering team success under Coach Putnam's guidance. Saint Joseph's College of MaineSaint Joseph’s inaugural varsity track and field team has enjoyed a great deal of success in their premiere season under the leadership of Coach Ray Putnam, the College’s cross country coach since 2011. When he first started, Coach Putnam was given a timeframe of four years to start the track and field program. He had [...]]]> The Hart of Campus /the-hart-of-campus/magazine/spring-2013/ Wed, 01 May 2013 21:49:33 +0000 https://sjcme.wpengine.com/?p=20788 An older gentleman in a suit and tie sits at a desk with a pen in hand, looking thoughtfully to the side, embodying the wisdom that forms the Hart of Campus. Saint Joseph's College of MaineDr. Loring Hart spent eight years as the College’s president guided by one principle: the College matters the most. Dr. Loring Hart was a leading figure for campus developments that positively affected the social nature and direction of the College. His easy-going attitude had a great impact here on campus. With a simple handshake in [...]]]> Perspective for Care /perspective-for-care/magazine/spring-2013/ Wed, 01 May 2013 21:09:37 +0000 https://sjcme.wpengine.com/?p=20784 Phil Dubois, online facultyPhil DuBois is an award-winning long-term care administrator, and his years of experience in the field illustrate his credentials. But it was a tragic night in 2007 that gave him the firsthand experience of being an LTC patient that makes him the emphatic leader that he is today. Professionally, Phil DuBois had a noteworthy first [...]]]> Creative Suite /creative-suite/magazine/spring-2013/ Wed, 01 May 2013 21:08:32 +0000 https://sjcme.wpengine.com/?p=20782 Fine arts student sculptingThe ability to tap into the powers of the left and right brain is increasingly becoming a useful tool for employees in today’s market. In the Stone Chapel, tucked behind Mercy Hall, freshman Nate Winter and Scott Fuller, chair of the Art Department, look over Nate’s most recent series of pottery work. Winter points out [...]]]> Leader of the Pack /leader-pack/magazine/spring-2013/ Wed, 01 May 2013 21:05:49 +0000 https://sjcme.wpengine.com/?p=20778 A man with short hair stands with his arms crossed, exuding confidence as the Leader of the Pack. He's wearing a grey graphic T-shirt and black shorts, outdoors near a wooden structure and a grey wall. Saint Joseph's College of MaineA natural-born teacher, Phil Castle ’11 has taken his leadership skills from a battlefield in the Middle East back to the States as an electronic medical records training professional. Philip Castle, 41, is one of Saint Joseph’s longest-attending students. Between a bachelor’s degree in education, which he completed in 2011, and the master’s degree in [...]]]>