June 30, 2006

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Belmont students Isha Ferraz, Samantha Ferguson, Jeannette Ceja and Erin Byrne travel with Director of International Education, Kathy Skinner, in Siracusa, Sicily. The students are studying at the Mediterranean Center for Arts and Sciences.

Belmont News

Belmont One of “Nashville’s Best Commuter-Friendly Workplaces”
Belmont University has been named one of “Nashville’s Best Commuter-Friendly Workplaces” by the Nashville Metropolitan Transit Authority (MTA). Belmont was recognized along with 22 area companies at a luncheon June 26 at the Renaissance Nashville Hotel. [To read more, click here.]

Coming Up

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Birthdays

If you notice an incorrect or missing birthday, please e-mail the update to communication@mail.belmont.edu.
July 2
Andi Stepnick, Sociology
July 3
James Elliott, Music Business
Angela Rose, Nursing
Lisa Schlatchter, University Advancement
July 5
Paula Gati, Custodial Services
July 6
Timothy Stewart, International Education
July 7
John Le, Custodial Services
Terry White, Campus Security

June 23, 2006

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Achievers

Michael E. Harrington, Professor of Music Business, was interviewed by Dragonfire, a new internet publication, for a story on Apple iPods and new technology. Click here to read the article. Harrington was also quoted in CNET’s Buzz Out Loud podcast. If you would like the links to this podcast, click here.

Announcements

“The Office of Development is proud to report that we have completed the 2006 Faculty and Staff Campaign with a 5% increase in participation over 2005, a 15% increase in total dollars, and a 97% renewal rate. The final totals for FY06 are: 210 donors for a 38% F/S participation rate and $112,930.00! Thanks to everyone who participated in this year’s campaign with a gift or pledge. Your generosity, loyalty, and support speaks volumes to our alumni, parents, and friends. Every gift, no matter the size, will have an impact on the 2006-2007 year at Belmont. We hope you will take pride in your efforts as a community and will contact McLean Collins (ext. 6070) with any concerns, questions or suggestions for next year’s campaign.”

Coming Up

You are invited to join Judy Fisher and Janis Mitchell for a jewelry show on Monday, June 26, 2006 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in Black & White Dining Room. Janis Mitchell (Belmont Alumnus ’69) owns Bedazzles which offers very unique and affordable jewelry and accessories (under $25.00). Drop by any time. Light refreshments will be served.
Please join Mary Weber, Judy Fisher and the Belmont Landscaping Team on Tuesday, June 27 at 10 a.m. to officially christen the Belmont Rose Garden honoring Dr. Louis Mishu, Consulting Rosarian. Light refreshments will be served.
You are invited to Dr. and Mrs. Judy Fisher’s 5th Annual Belmont University Independence Day Cook-out and Celebration on Tuesday, July 4 at 6:30 at the Gordon E. Inman Center, Patton Courtyard. Please RSVP by Friday, June 30 to belmontevent@mail.belmont.edu.