Wheelock Alumni E-Newsletter February 2009 Happy Birthday to Lucy Wheelock! Each February 1st we celebrate our founder Lucy Wheelock s birthday and recognize her leadership and pioneering work in the field of early childhood education. On hundred fifty-two years after her birth, Lucy Wheelock s lifework continues to be an inspiration for us all. ~President Jackie Jenkins- Scott Wheelock News The Alumni Association Endowment Fund Committee Offers Grants from the Marjorie Wolf Memorial Grants Fund Do you have an idea for a project that would benefit children and/or families? If so, the Endowment Fund Grants Committee of the Wheelock College Alumni Association may be able to help you. Each year the Alumni Association Endowment Fund Committee awards grant funding to a Wheelock graduate to assist in the development or completion of a clearly defined idea or project. This year two separate grants will be awarded, each in the amount of $750. Read more and download an application here! http://www.wheelock.edu/alum/alumendowment.asp
Wheelock Announces 2009 Winter Policy Talks We are pleased to announce the 2009 Winter Policy Talks. The theme this year is Global Communities: Contributions, challenges and expectations: Working with immigrant children and families. Lectures will be held in the Ladd Room, 43 Hawes Street, Brookline Campus, from 4:00 to 6:30 p.m. We will have several presenters for each talk, including Wheelock faculty, legislators, practitioners, and community members. We hope you put these dates and times in your calendar and plan to attend! Thursday, March 19 - The changing face of America: What do we know about immigrant children and families? Tuesday, March 31 - Current successful practices with immigrant children and families in schools, hospitals and social service agencies, and policies that support them Monday, April 6 - Impact of policies on immigrant children and families: Looking ahead The Wheelock Political Caucus Invites You Join us TODAY, February 23, 2009, for a conversation about money! Will the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act impact you? How? Who will benefit? Where has the MONEY Gone? Join the Wheelock Political Caucus! Expert Speakers: Economist David L. Levy, UMAss Boston; Irwin Nesoff, Wheelock College, and others TBA. Location: Alumni Room, 6:00 p.m. Greetings from Ireland! Our amazing Alumni Relations Office Student Assistant Amanda Cawley 10 is studying abroad this semester in Dublin, Ireland, at the Dublin City University. Amanda, a junior from Franklin, MA, is a Humanities major with a focus in Literature, and is taking courses in humanities and social sciences while in Dublin. You may have met Amanda at Reunion Weekend, which she attended as a student assistant; chatted with her on the phone as she worked the Annual Fund Phone-a-thon; or attended a Board meeting with her as she currently serves as a student representative on the Alumni Association Board. Before she left earlier this month, Amanda traveled with Wheelock on her 4 th service learning trip to New Orleans. Learn more in the following article in which Amanda was featured by her local newspaper. (http://www.milforddailynews.com/news/x1697630032/franklin-youth-katrina-victims-still-need-help).
Ubuntu in the Works: Youth Transforming Violence Art Gallery Exhibit On Saturday, February 28, 2009, from 1:00-4:00 p.m., the West Falmouth Public Library will host a few pieces from last year s Juvenile Justice and Youth Advocacy Program s art gallery exhibit. The exhibit featured the work of youth artists in the theme of ubuntu (a South African philosophy that speaks of human interconnectedness and interdependence) and of youth working to transform violence. The Ubuntu Photo Mosaic and Ubuntu Globe Sculpture will be on display for the afternoon, with a reception beginning at 2:00 p.m. that will include an introduction and speeches by the youth artists who participated in the project, and members of SPARK the Truth, who would like to show their appreciation to the Falmouth community for their warmth, generosity, and support throughout last year. Light refreshments will be served. Location: West Falmouth Public Library, 575 W Falmouth Hwy, West Falmouth, MA 02574. For more information, contact Lucia Mock 09, SPARK the Truth, at sparkthetruth@wheelock.edu. International Alumni Spotlight: Ms. Geraldine Zuzarte 04 MS Working in the field of education for over two decades, Geraldine Zuzarte 04MS, is a shining example of the Wheelock College spirit and mission to improve the lives of children and families. Geraldine graduated from the Wheelock College Master of Science in Early Childhood Education program offered in partnership with RTRC Asia in Singapore in 2004 and has since remained closely connected to Wheelock and our collaborative work with both RTRC Asia and Ngee Ann Polytechnic in Singapore. Geraldine s devotion to working in the early childhood field is evident through her work as the Centre Director of The Caterpillar s Cove Child Development and Study Centre at Ngee Ann Polytechnic as well as her ongoing teaching to further the progress of education globally.
As an Assistant Director at RTRC Asia, Geraldine oversees the professional matters in the full-time Diploma in Early Childhood Education program offered in partnership with Ngee Ann Polytechnic. As a full-time faculty member of RTRC Asia, she teaches and mentors current and future educators enrolled in the Diploma in and Bachelor of Science programs offered by Wheelock College in Singapore in partnership with both RTRC Asia and Ngee Ann Polytechnic. She serves as an exceptional role model to the learners in the Bachelor of Science in Early Childhood Educational Studies and Leadership program at Ngee Ann Polytechnic, and it is clear that she is highly regarded by them. She accompanied the first cohort of learners to Boston during the five-week Summer Immersion Program that took place in 2008 and, more recently, took on the role of faculty adviser to the new Bachelor of Science Student Group at the learners request. Geraldine co-taught THE 351 Learning and Teaching Through the Arts with Susan Kosoff 65/ 75MS and while in Boston, she co-taught EDU 322 Parent Teacher Communication. She is currently co-teaching HDP 362 The Meaning and Development of Play with Dr. Kathleen Reed in Singapore. Geraldine s continued involvement in the Wheelock College programs in Singapore is evidence of the strength of Wheelock s partnerships as well as our shared commitment to improving the lives of children and families on a global scale. Graduate Alumni! We invite all graduate alumni to attend and open house for Wheelock s Graduate programs. Bring a coworker, friend, or family member to learn about Wheelock s current programs and offerings. It is a great way to stay connected, meet prospective students, and share your Wheelock experience. Graduate Open Houses are held on the Brookline Campus, 43 Hawes Street. RSVP to Lindsey Day at lday@wheelock.edu. Wednesday, February 25 Time: 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Location: Ladd Room Saturday, March 21 Time: 11:00 a.m. 1:00 p.m. Location: Board Room Saturday, April 4 Time: 11:00 a.m. 1:00 p.m. Location: Ladd Room W h e e l oc k C o l le g e 2 0 0 Th e R i v e rwa y Bo sto n, MA 0 22 1 5 w w w. w he e l oc k. e d u 6 1 7-8 7 9-2 0 0 0
MTEL Test Preparation - General Curriculum Subtest II: Mathematics Prepare for the New MTEL General Curriculum Subtest II: Mathematics through this motivating content-based support series at Wheelock College. Each session will meet for three hours on Saturday afternoons beginning February 21, 2009. All sessions will take place from 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. in Activities West Rm. 205, Boston Campus. The full series is strongly recommended for Elementary and Moderate Disability candidates who seek test preparation and support. Cost: Wheelock Graduate Students: $100; Non-Wheelock Graduate Students:$350. For registration information, please contact Matt Pellish at 617-879-2269 or mpellish@wheelock.edu. Schedule of Sessions February 21 - Integers, Fractions, Decimals, and Percents February 28 - Operations on Numbers March 21 - Number Theory March 28 - Algebra as Generalized Arithmetic April 4 - Functions (especially Linear Functions/Equations) April 18 - Measurement April 25 - Geometry May 2 - Statistics and Probability Wheelock Alumni Book Groups in Your Area! The Alumni Association Book Group meets several times a year for a book discussion. We have had many alumni who live in other areas of the country interested in these groups, perhaps in your area! If you are interested in starting an Alumni Book Group in your area, please contact the Alumni Relations Office at (617) 879-2286 or alumnirelations@wheelock.edu. View the new CCSR Photo Gallery! (http://www.wheelock.edu/news/ccsr_gallery.asp)
For Wheelock College news and events, visit our website: http://www.wheelock.edu/news/index.asp Alumni Happenings Thursday, Feb. 26 Alumni Luncheon in Sarasota, FL Join us at the Sarasota Yacht Club for an alumni luncheon hosted by Priscilla Heindel 47. Location: Sarasota Yacht Club, 1100 John Ringling Blvd., Sarasota, FL 12:30 p.m. Friday, Feb. 27 Alumni Luncheon in Naples, FL Join us at the Port Royal Club in Naples for a luncheon hosted by Lyn Peck Kenyon 45/ 69BS. Location: The Port Royal Club, 2900 Gordon Drive, Naples, FL 12:30 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 28 SPARK Exhibit at West Falmouth Library Location: West Falmouth Library, West Falmouth, MA 1:00 p.m.- 4:00 p.m. Thursday, March 5, 2009 Understanding Change - A Documentation Studio Exhibition of Research, Learning, and Teaching by Faculty, Students, and Alumni Please join President Jackie Jenkins-Scott, Wheelock faculty, and The Center for Scholarship and Research for a reception and gallery walk of Documentation Studio works-in-progress. Educators will explore and share ways of using documentation, inspired by Reggio Emilia educators, as a tool for understanding learning in a variety of contexts. Alumni working in the Boston Public Schools to bring a child-centered Since 2006, Wheelock s Documentation Studio has been a place to create, display, and discuss artifacts of learning. By utilizing documentation as a tool to understand a process of learning, the Studio provides professional development for teachers and teacher educators. Location: 43 Hawes Street, Brookline Campus, Center of Scholarship and Research, 5:00-7:00 p.m. Wednesday, March 18 Alumni Association Board Meeting Location: Hewitt Board Room, 43 Hawes Street, Brookline Campus 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, March 24 Celebrate Young Alumni! Countdown to Graduation 2009 Come welcome the newest members of the Alumni Association at our Senior Countdown to Graduation for the Class of 2009! The Students and Recent Graduates Committee of the Alumni Association Board is hosting this celebration to welcome students to the Alumni Association and to celebrate their upcoming graduation. Join us!
Location: Pilgrim Student Center, 37 Pilgrim Road, Boston Campus, 7:00 p.m. Friday, March 27 March Is Social Work Month! Join us for a social work professional development day. Location: Brookline Campus, 9:00 a.m. http://www2.wheelock.edu/wheelock/academics/professional_development_and_continuing_education /PDI_Listing_and_Summary/Social_Work_Professional_Development_Day_-_March_27.html Thursday, April 2 Make A-Wish Talent Show The Student Government Association invites all alumni to this annual event. Come support the Make A- Wish Foundation and see Wheelock students perform in the talent show. Location: CCSR, 110 The Riverway, Boston, MA 7:00 p.m. Thursday, April 16 Start Reading! Alumni Book Group The next alumni reading selection will be Big Russ and Me: Father and Son--Lessons of Life by Tim Russert. Bring a brown-bag supper; dessert and beverages will be provided. Location: Alumni Relations Office, 43 Hawes Street, Brookline Campus 5:30 p.m. March is Child Life Month! Celebrate by saving the date for the Wheelock alumni reception at the Child Life Conference this May in Boston. Friday, May 22 at 8:30 p.m. Email alumnirelations@wheelock.edu to update your contact information! You can now vote online for the Alumni Association ballot of new officers for 2009-2010 at http://www.wheelock.edu/alum/proxyvote.asp Reunion Weekend 2009! May 29, 30, 31
Can you believe it is only about three months until Reunion 2009? The Boston Pops tickets are booked, the food is ordered, and the buzz can be heard from the classes of 1929 to 2004! So pick up the phone and call your Wheelock friends to make plans for May 29-31 in Boston! Wouldn t it be great to see one of your classmates receive one of the prized awards at Reunion? Nominate your friends for one of the three awards. Responses must be in by April 1, 2009. Nomination forms for all awards are available at http://www.wheelock.edu/alum/award_nominations.asp. Be on the lookout for your registration form in the mail at the end of March. Also bookmark the Reunion page on the Wheelock website for updates on who has registered. http://www.wheelock.edu/alum/alumreunion2009.asp Support Wheelock Please help keep our Alumni E-Newsletter going! If you know of a Wheelock alum who does not receive the monthly E-Newsletter, pass it on! Or, have them contact the Alumni Relations Office to update their contact information at lsaslav@wheelock.edu. If you have recently moved, you can click here to submit your change of address. Alumni Relations Wheelock College 200 The Riverway Boston, MA 02215