Upcomg Events on Hawk Hill

SJU Formally Opens Doors to Autism Center


Kinney Center for Autism Education and Support to provide education, advocacy and assistance


PHILADELPHIA (September 18, 2009) — The numbers are terrifying – one in 150 children has an autism spectrum disorder (ASD); one in 94 boys; ten percent of all eight-year-olds. With nearly 70 diagnoses each day, the need for support is unquestionable.

Saint Joseph’s University will begin answering this call for help by opening the doors to its Kinney Center for Autism Education and Support on Friday, October 2, at 3:30 p.m. in the Campus Commons on the James J. Maguire ’58 Campus. Established with multiple gifts totaling in excess of $8 million, with lead support coming from Paul ’70 and Margaret Hondros, the Center will offer a unique mix of services to families, educators, practitioners and service providers.

“There are many centers and institutes where the specialization is on research and medicine,” said Michelle Rowe, Ph.D., executive director of the Center. “What’s missing is a safe place to turn to following a diagnosis; a place where the only agenda is to provide support and information.”

With its roots in the Jesuit mission of service and cura personalis, or care for the whole person, the Kinney Center will address the needs of those who struggle day-to-day with autism, either as individuals or caregivers.

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MacLean Chair Brings Unique Outlook on Literature and Culture


When Joseph A. Brown, S.J., approached the podium as the keynote speaker at freshman orientation, few of the still-unpacking freshmen in attendance could have guessed that the man about to speak had himself only just arrived on campus. Brown is the Donald I. MacLean,
S.J. Chair holder for the fall semester. A native of East St. Louis, Ill., Brown has much to offer the University community. Holding a master’s degree in Afro-American studies and a Ph.D. in American studies from Yale University, he is an active lecturer in the areas of African-American spirituality, history and culture. He has also published numerous articles and six books, including
two works of poetry.

While at Saint Joseph’s, Brown will work in the English department teaching Literature and Culture: African American Spirituals and Literature, which he first began teaching in 1984 and calls his “signature class.” “I use the black sacred songs from the days of slavery and we study them very carefully,” Brown said. “By really digging into them, you’ll find that they are sophisticated texts that should be read critically as you would read any poem, novel, play, etc. The point is to show that there is an organic literary theory that can be applied to black literature.” Brown will draw from the sacred songs he teaches when he gives a lecture entitled “Plenty Good Room: Diversity, Integration and the Jesuit Tradition” on Nov. 12.



Coming soon on Hawk Hill...
DATE / EVENT / TIME / LOCATION


Sun., Sept. 20
New York Alumni Mass & Brunch
10:00 a.m.
Xavier High School

Thu., Sept. 24
Fall Career Fair
10:00 a.m. -2:00 p.m.
Hagan Arena

Sun., Sept. 27
D.C. Alumni Mass & Brunch
10:00 a.m.
Gonzaga High School

Mon., Sept. 28
President's Cup Invitational
All Day
Applebrook Golf Club

Wed., Sept. 30
Math and Computer Science Career Night
6:00 p.m.
Presidents' Lounge

Wed., Sept. 30
New York Council Panel Discussion:"So You Want to Work in New York?"
6:30 p.m.
Haub Executive Center

Wed., Sept. 30
Catholic Intellectual Series:"Exploring the Transforming Power of Faith, Reason, and Social Responsibility at the Jesuit University"
7:30 p.m.
Wolfington Teletorium

Thu., Oct. 1
Business Intelligence Networking Night
5:30 p.m.
Campion Banquet Hall

Fri., Oct. 2
Kinney Center for Autism Education and Support Dedication
TBA
Cynwyd Hall

Fri., Oct. 2 -Sun. Oct. 4
Family Weekend
All Day
Campus

Sat., Oct. 3
Dragon Boat Festival
All Day
Schuylkill River

Tue., Oct. 6
Risk Management, Insurance and Finance Networking Night
5:30 p.m.
Campion Banquet Hall

Wed., Oct. 7
Year of Service Panel Discussion
5:30 p.m.
North Lounge

Thu., Oct. 8
Criminal Justice and Government Networking Night
5:30 p.m.
North Lounge

Sun., Oct. 11
Catholic Doctrine Bootcamp
12:30 p.m. -3:30 p.m.
Campus

Sat., Oct. 17
Hagan Arena Dedication
TBA
Hagan Arena

Sat., Oct. 17 -Sun., Oct. 18
Head of the Charles Regatta
8:00 a.m. -4:00 p.m.
Reunion VillageBoston-side of the Charles River between Weeks and Anderson Bridges

Sat., Oct. 17
Boston Alumni Clam Bake
5:00 p.m.
Boston Sailing Center54 Lewis WharfBoston, MA 02110


Sat., Oct. 17 -Sun., Oct. 18
Head of the Charles Regatta
8:00 a.m. -4:00 p.m.
Reunion VillageBoston-side of the Charles River between Weeks and Anderson Bridges

Sat., Oct. 17
Boston Alumni Clam Bake
5:00 p.m.
Boston Sailing Center54 Lewis WharfBoston, MA 02110

Sun., Oct. 25
Catholic Doctrine Bootcamp
12:30 p.m. -3:30 p.m.
Campus

Tue., Oct. 27
New York CouncilCocktail Reception
TBA
Le Parker Meridien

Fri., Oct. 30
Executive Lecture Series:James J. Maguire '58
TBA
TBA

Fri., Oct. 30
28th Annual Alumni Galahonoring James J. Maguire '58with the Shield of Loyola
7:00 PM
Park Hyatt Philadelphia at the Bellevue

Sat., Nov. 7 -Sun. Nov. 8
Alumni Pre-Cana Marriage Preparation
TBA
Campus

Tue., Nov. 10
Catholic Intellectual Series:"The Catholic University as Social Force: Dangerous Memories of the UCA Martyrs"
11:30 a.m.
Wolfington Teletorium

Sat., Nov. 14
Reunion 2009
All Day
Campus

Wed., Nov. 18
Law Alumni: Br. Sheehan and McClanaghan Awards
TBA
Campus

Sat., Jan. 9 -Sat., Jan. 16
Alumni Service Trip to El Salvador
All Day
San Salvador,El Salvador

Mon., Jan. 11 -Fri., Jan. 15
Ignatian Five Day Retreat
All Day
Various SitesWernersville, PA

Tue., Feb. 2
Catholic Intellectual Series:"U.S. Foreign Policy in Light of Catholic Social Teaching"
7:30 p.m.
Wolfington Teletorium

Sun., Feb. 7
Catholic Doctrine Bootcamp
12:30 p.m. -3:30 p.m.
Campus

Tue., Mar. 16
Catholic Intellectual Series:"Faith, Hope and Charity: The Future of the Catholic Mission to the City of Philadelphia"
7:30 p.m.
Wolfington Teletorium




Dan Joyce, SJ, seen here updating his busy calendar (what Ignatius could have done with an iPhone!), mentioned a unique opportunity for alumni. The Handmaids of the Sacred Heart of Jesus are sponsoring an immersion trip to El Salvador, January 9th - 16th, and there are about 5 slots left for SJU alumni. The approximate cost would be $1,100.



Seems like it would be a wonderful opportunity to follow GC 32's preferential option for the poor. Time will allow you to visit and pray at the graves of Archbishop Oscar Romero as well as the Jesuit Martyrs. If interested contact Fr. Joyce at djoyce@sju.edu.