Modeling the Way What does it take to be a leader? Well, the first step is acknowledging that to someone, at sometime, you are a leader! We all need to realize that others may at one point or another look to us for guidance, advice or support. Once we recognize this simple, yet important, point,
Read More.Crisis in Ukraine
Introduction: Many Albertus Magnus students may be wondering what is happening in Ukraine that Russian military forces were ordered to invade the country. The answer is not too complicated, but for many Americans under the age of fifty, the answer may be elusive. I’ll try to give you a succinct answer to what is happening
Read More.Writing and the Dominican Tradition at Albertus Magnus College
Writing as a form of engaged scholarship and preaching is integral to the Dominican Tradition at Albertus Magnus College. From the inception of the Order of Preachers in the 13th century when Saint Dominic advocated a “pursuit of truth” through scholarly work and preaching, among other approaches (2-3), the Dominican Order has been committed to
Read More.Write Place, Right Time
“Writing takes time – and patience, more than anything else. If you are willing to rewrite and rewrite and rewrite, you will become a good writer.” – Richard Rodriguez Working at the Albertus Writing Center rerouted the course of my life. Before I was hired there in my freshman year, I had no interest in
Read More.Thanking an Employer after a Career Fair
A Career Fair is an excellent opportunity to meet and network with recruiters who are hiring for positions; however, your communication with these recruiters shouldn’t end at the fair. The truth of the matter is that many recruiters leave fairs with dozens of resumes in hand. (In fact, at this year’s Albertus Magnus College Career
Read More.Men’s Volleyball: The Preseason
The preseason for Men’s Volleyball is one of the most exciting parts of the season. Everyone is hyped up to start playing. It is also a time for the players to get back into shape and shake off the rust that has been accumulating over the past ten months. All of the players are eager
Read More.GOLD: Graduates of the last decade
My name is Gina D’Agostino and I graduated in May 2013, but I am currently pursuing a master’s degree in the Albertus Five-year MBA program with a concentration in Human Resources. During my senior year, I applied for an internship through the Council for Advancement and Support of Education (CASE) where I would be able
Read More.Open Houses, Open Minds The Keys to Success
Just a few short weeks ago Albertus Magnus College held one of its most successful Open Houses at its East Hartford Campus, 111 Founders Plaza. This event was open to all prospective students and families, and showcased the different associates, bachelor and master’s programs that we have to offer. The main difference that sets Albertus
Read More.Conflicting Values and Competing Priorities: the Evolving Conundrum
By Michael H. McGivern, Ph. D. and Kathleen D. Spector, Ph. D. IAMB 16th Conference (Nov 2013). George Washington University & CIBER Center for International Business Education and Research, Washington, DC. Introduction “You can please some of the people some of the time, all of the people some of the time, some of the people
Read More.Interview with Sister Nancy Murray, O.P.
Interview with Sr. Nancy Murray, O.P. “Blessed are the Peacemakers for they shall be called children of God.” Matthew 5:9 On January 30, 2014, at lunch time Sr. Nancy gave a presentation to faculty, staff and some members of the Alumni Association on how portrayals of Dorothy Stang and St. Catherine of Siena (another performance
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