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 Fall 2004
Science Research at SU: Not Your Average Summer Job
“So, what did you do this summer?” It’s a common question as the school year begins and classmates catch up with one another. For high school and college students, typical answers can involve summer jobs, travel, coursework, or internships. Ask some Susquehanna University science majors, however, and you’ll hear about the examination of soilborne pathogens and species diversity in temperate forest communities, the study of predator-prey interactions involving wolf spiders, and the quantification of polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons from the Centralia mine fire. These highly-uncommon summer activities are examples of unique and valuable experiences students gain through summer research projects at Susquehanna.
Students are compensated with a monetary stipend and a housing allowance for the ten-week program. But, that’s not all they earn. Students also benefit from working closely with faculty mentors on the projects, and gaining real-world research skills. “The opportunity to do research as an undergrad had given me a lot of experience already,” says Ryan Bell, a senior biology major who participated in the wolf spider study. “I know it will prove valuable in the future,” adds Bell, who plans to continue his education and pursue a Ph.D. after completing his undergraduate studies at Susquehanna. More than 20 students and 12 faculty members collaborated on a number of science research projects this summer. Funding for nine student positions was through Susquehanna’s Research Partners Program. Now in its eighth year, the program provides opportunities for students and faculty members in chemistry, biology, mathematics, and environmental science to continue research done during the academic year or pursue new areas of investigation. In addition, funding for studies came from a variety of sources, including the National Science Foundation, the National Institutes of Health and a university alumni group.
Graduation 2004Commencement ceremonies were held on May 16 for Susquehanna University’s Class of 2004. Thanks to cooperative spring weather, the day marked the first commencement held at the four-year-old Nicholas A. Lopardo Stadium. Members of the Class of 2004 have begun their careers with such companies as Goldman Sachs, Ernst & Young, The Vanguard Group, and Disney. Others have continued in academic pursuits at schools including Boston College, Cornell University, Villanova University School of Law and Yale University. Typically, 96 percent of Susquehanna’s graduating class is placed within six months.
Susquehanna Graduate Toni Davis Named to U.S. Paralympic Swim Team
Toni Davis, a 2004 graduate of Susquehanna University, has been selected to the 2004 United States Paralympic Team in swimming, and will compete at the 12th Paralympic Games in Athens, Greece from September 17-28. Davis, a native of New Carrollton, Md., finished first in her class in the 100-meter butterfly, second in the 50-meter freestyle and third in the 100-meter freestyle at the U.S. Paralympic Swimming Trials at the University of Minnesota on April 26 to earn a spot on the team. Davis holds the American records in her class in the 50-meter butterfly (41.65 seconds), the 100-meter butterfly (1:34.02) and the 400-meter individual medley (8:10.73), and is currently ranked among the top 10 in the world in the 100 butterfly. In 2003, Davis won the 50-meter freestyle and 100-meter butterfly events at the USA Swimming Disability championships. At Susquehanna, she competed in the butterfly and freestyle, and swam on the Crusaders’ 400-yard freestyle relay team at the Middle Atlantic Conference championship at Wilkes-Barre on February 15. Davis graduated in May with a bachelor of arts degree in psychology, and has been accepted in the graduate program at The University of Scranton. --Jim Miller, Sports Information Director
High School Writers Attend Summer WorkshopAspiring writers gathered at Susquehanna University this summer for a weeklong workshop with sessions in fiction, creative nonfiction and poetry. The Advanced Writers Workshop is held annually at SU and provides talented high school writers with the opportunity to work in intensive small-group workshops headed by nationally recognized authors. Each day, students experienced a variety of writing activities including group workshops; individual conferences; and readings by students, faculty, and guest writers. At the end of the week, a public reading provided students the opportunity to share their work with fellow students, family and friends, and guests from outside the Writers Workshop. Gary Fincke, professor of English and creative writing at Susquehanna University, directs The Advanced Writers Workshop.
Susquehanna Selected as a College of DistinctionSusquehanna is one of only 150 colleges and universities profiled in the new Colleges of Distinction guidebook, which recognizes great teaching, engaged students, a vibrant community, and successful outcomes.
To read more about what makes Susquehanna a distinctive college, go to
www.collegesofdistinction.com and click on college search.
Virtual Campus Tour Recieves AwardSusquehanna University’s virtual campus tour received the CampusTours.com 4-Star Virtual College Tour award for April 2004, joining a select group of colleges and universities that have received this coveted award. The university’s virtual tour and its review were featured on the CampusTours site earlier this year. “Susquehanna University’s elegant virtual tour entices students with a good mix of academics, student life and extracurricular activities. The Campus Tours Awards Committee found this to be an excellent online excursion,” stated the online announcement from the CampusTours site. “The CampusTours Awards Committee particularly appreciated the ‘Majors’ and ‘Student To Do List’ tabs that respectively activate a list of majors and important next steps in the admissions process,” the announcement said. The inclusion of student audio testimonials also made the tour a compelling experience, according to the committee. Chris Markle, director of admissions at Susquehanna University, said, “We are pleased that a team of prospective students and guidance counselors recognized the Susquehanna tour as one of the best virtual tours in the nation.” “Over two million prospective students visited the CampusTours.com Web site last year. We hope for many high school students to make the trip to Selinsgrove after visiting our virtual campus online,” Markle said. To visit Susquehanna University’s virtual tour, go to www.susqu.edu/tour.
SU Business Interns Apprentice with Leading CompaniesThe Sigmund Weis School of Business internship program enjoyed a banner summer in 2004 with 135 students having secured summer internships, including five who worked abroad (in England, Bolivia, France, China and Switzerland). The real-world business experience and networking opportunities gained from summer internships often serve to be invaluable as students ultimately seek full-time employment. Among the better known employers of Sigmund Weis School of Business interns this summer are: ARAMARK Student Business Group Lands First-Year HonorsCompeting against more than 180 schools, the Susquehanna University Students in Free Enterprise (SIFE) team recently won the Rookie of the Year Award at the 2004 SIFE USA National Exposition in Kansas City, Missouri. The team advanced to the national competition by winning the regional competition in Los Angeles, Calif.,in the spring. In addition to their placement as the Rookie of the Year team, SU SIFE was the second runner-up in their league for the opening round of the national exposition, placing them among the top 60 schools in the country. “I never imagined that we could have accomplished so much in one year. In the comments from the regional competition, one judge said SU SIFE had accomplished more in one year than most teams do in five years,” said Steve Wilkerson, SU SIFE advisor and visiting instructor of management. Founded in March 2002 by a small group of students eager to start a competitive service-learning organization with Susquehanna’s Sigmund Weis School of Business, SU SIFE consists of highly dedicated students representing several different majors of study, including English, accounting, environmental science, marketing, elementary and early childhood education, business administration, and global management and economics. —Victoria Kidd, News Services Manager
Is Early Decision Right for You?As a high school senior, are you finding your dinner table and cafeteria conversations dominated by the college application process? Balancing time to meet with guidance counselors, stay ahead of homework, and enjoy senior year activities can be stressful. Applying Early Decision is one way to help relieve some of the pressure. You could have your application out the door before the holidays and maybe even have a decision before or shortly after New Year’s. It’s not a step to take hastily, but if you can confidently answer “yes” to each of the following questions, then applying Early Decision may be right for you:
As you investigate Susquehanna University, consider the following about Early Decision at SU:
Applying Early Decision has many advantages and no disadvantages if Susquehanna is truly your first choice. We welcome a growing number of Early Decision students to each new freshman class and hope you will join us, too!
Get in on the ActionBusiness In-Action Monday, September 27Learn about the rapidly changing business environment and the cutting-edge academic programs that help prepare for it. For students interested in accounting, business, economics, finance, information systems, management, or marketing. Science In-Action Friday, October 1Conduct experiments with faculty and students in animal behavior, biochemistry, chemistry, developmental biology, ecology, environmental chemistry, environmental science and geology, genetics, mathematics and computer science, physics, and physiology. Liberal Arts In-Action Monday, October 11Workshops with faculty and students in areas of the Liberal Arts such as broadcasting, economics, education, elementary education, history, international diplomacy, pre-law, psychology, public relations, and sociology. Writing In-Action Monday, October 25Workshops in many areas of English and creative writing such as children’s literature, college writing, ethics, fiction, journalism, memoirs, nonfiction, poetry, and women and writing. Participants work with several published writers, one of whom will be the featured speaker. Arts In-Action Monday, November 1Workshops with faculty and students in the fine and creative arts. Possible workshops include art, communications, graphic design, music education, music technology, and theatre production. These free, informative sessions for high school seniors and their parents run from 10:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. and include program and career information, campus tours, and lunch. For more information, please contact: Wendy Mull, program coordinator
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