Sr. Toni Harris, OP gave the St. Albert the Great Lecture in the St. Thomas Aquinas Lecture Series on Wednesday, November 12, 2014. Sr. Toni’s topic was, “Religious Iconography through the Lens of the Dominican Charism”. In her lecture Sr. Toni shared with us the significance of religious icons, the process of “writing” an icon
Read More.Leadership Lessons from a Football Great
America’s torrid love affair with the seven month-long ritual known as football is one that grows stronger and more passionate with each passing season. From the first pre-season game in August to Super Bowl Sunday in February, grills, face paint, foam cheese heads, and novelty jerseys smother American culture as millions obsessively pursue their favorite
Read More.Recalculating your Resolutions
Every January 1, we make resolutions to better ourselves. Setting a goal is easy, but sometimes achieving the goal seems impossible. Here are some small financial tips that might help you along the way: Don’t buy coffee, make it yourself – Purchasing one medium coffee a day can cost you upwards of $730 a year. Is your goal
Read More.The Art of an Albertus Education
Below you will find an interview conducted by current Albertus Art student Rebecca Weinberger of Steve Sangapore ’13, who has been successfully exhibiting his work across the nation. Name: Steve Sangapore Year Graduated: 2013 Major: Graphic Design, Studio Art , Minor: Music Masters Degree: No What are you doing that is art related: Exhibiting and publishing work nationally, working
Read More.Serving Up Some Team Spirit
With 2014 being my fourth year on the Albertus Magnus women’s tennis team, my team and I had high expectations for the season. After all, the year before we finally made it to the GNAC play offs for the first time in many years. As our season begun, we became more doubtful with regards to
Read More.Holidays on a Budget
Avoid the Post-Holiday Financial Hangover: Budgeting Tips for the Holidays It’s wonderful to be in the spirit of giving, but the holidays can often lead to out-of-control spending. This year, consider some of these tips to help keep your holiday season merry and bright. Make Your List, Check it Twice – Participating in Secret Santas
Read More.Major League Leadership – Part Three
Part Three: Leading the Game As the final installment of this series on Major League Leadership, this month’s blog will focus on the last three Bases of Leadership which are necessary for becoming a Major League Leader, Knowing your Game, Fostering Teamwork, and Creating a Winning Culture. In order to be an effective leader, in
Read More.Peace Leadership Skills Program
Seventeen students are taking part in a Peace Leadership Skills Program sponsored by Student Services and the Offices of Dominican Mission and Ministries. Students are participating in this six session program to grow in skills of active listening, communication, conflict resolution and mediation. The students participating in this program are: Robert Keidel, Daniel Valmont, Torrie
Read More.The Albertus Experience
I looked forward to Monday’s. I haven’t missed a class since I started, and it’s not because I’ll lose a grade or anything like that, it’s just because I’m really excited about coming here and being with my team members. The resources here – everyone has been so supportive. If you need tutoring, if you
Read More.The Best Part of Thanksgiving is the Giving
When the Financial Aid Office thinks of Thanksgiving, we think of the warm, cozy feeling of being surrounded by family, the smell of turkey cooking, and the food! Particularly, eating the stuffing, mac and cheese, and pumpkin pie, all while fighting for the turkey leg. Plus, there’s the comfort of being able to stay home
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