Chinese acrobatic troupe, the Chinese Golden Dragon Acrobats, visited the Duluth campus in early April as part of the College’s 2004-2005 Performing Arts Series.

In March Dr. Denise Wise, assistant professor and chair of the Department of Physical Therapy, represented St.Scholastica at an Oxford (England) University discussion on accommodating the needs of individuals with disabilities. The 20 participants from the United States and Canada included rehabilitation counselors, physical therapists, faculty in education programs, directors of school district special services, an attorney and an audiologist. Topics of papers and discussions ranged from cultural definitions of disability and how American legislation affects and frames the delivery of services, to how to educate teachers and recognize students with special needs.

"It was a truly intellectual experience and an opportunity to learn more about the transdisciplinary nature of law, administration, education and healthcare in meeting the needs of all individuals," Wise said. "I'm honored to have been invited."

Performers from the Beijing Opera visited with students and conducted workshops in late February as part of the College’s celebration of International Week. Shown is Xie Dong, a Beijing Opera actor of warrior roles, who has face painted freshman Ashley Rich.

Alumni Travel Program – Tour China! Have you always wanted to see the Great Wall, the Beijing Opera and the terra-cotta warriors? Would you like to see the famed cities of Beijing and Shanghai? The opportunity is here! Travel with Beth Pokela (MA ’04), Executive Director of Alumni Relations, on this exciting tour from March 16 - 28, 2006. The cost of this all-inclusive trip is only $2,699 per person, double occupancy, plus fees. This trip is expected to fill quickly, so please contact Alumni Relations soon if you’d like the brochure sent to you. Call 800-447-5444, x 6071 or 218-723-6071, or e-mail alumni@css.edu.

"Thoughts on the Benedictine Values" is available on VHS cassette or DVD disc. It features highlights of interviews with Sister Joan Braun ’43, Sister Timothy Kirby ’39 and Sister Richard Mary Boo ’51. The cost is $10, which includes tax and mailing. To order, call (218) 723-5935 or go to the College’s Web site: news.css.edu/benvalues/

Also available:

• Thoughts from Sister Joan Braun
• Thoughts from Sister Timothy Kirby
• Thoughts from Sister Mary Richard Boo

Same purchasing information as above.

< The College celebrated the Feast of St. Scholastica on Feb. 10 with a full day’s activities; among them were an ice cream social, at left, a screening of the new video “Thoughts on the Benedictine Values,” and a mass.

Feast Day stickers were popular apparel. >

REUNION 2005
It's time to get moving on your plans for Saints Alive! Reunion 2005. Reunion events will take place over four days, from June 23 through June 26. Major events include the President's Circle Dinner on Thursday, the Golf Tournament on Friday, Alumni Social and Buffet Friday evening, alumni activities all day Saturday culminating in the Grand Banquet, and the Sister Agnes Somers Society Brunch on Sunday. Within the larger event, the McNair Scholars program and the Occupational Therapy program will have mini-reunions. Online registration is now available! Go to: http://www2.css.edu/Reunion2005/ or call (218) 723-5980. Questions? Email us at alumni@css.edu.