Magis

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December 2008

$2 Million Awarded to College for Only Center Devoted to Microplasma

Saint Peter’s College Department of Applied Science and Technology is the recipient of $2 million in federal funding from the United States Department of Defense to establish a National Center of Excellence known as the Center for Microplasma Science and Technology (CMST) on the College’s Jersey City campus. The center will serve as the first and only topical scientific and educational center devoted entirely to the emerging field of microplasma research in the United States. (more)

37th Annual Regents Business Symposium Deemed a Success

The topic chosen for the Saint Peter’s College 37th Annual Regents Business Symposium November 7, 2008, was Leadership and Accountability in Challenging Times. The purpose of the forum is to inform and discuss current events in business and politics. The attendees, a standing-room-only crowd, listened to speakers who did just that from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. (more)

Fine Arts Department Puts Its Talents on Exhibition

Sounds of Chopin permeated Rankin Hall, and compelled occupants to follow the lilting sounds to the Music Room, where Professor James Adler directed his students in the department’s semi-annual concert. In addition to the concert, the student art exhibition was taking place in the display cases that line the second floor of the art center. Student artists stood by their drawings, paintings, graphic designs and photographic creations waiting to answer questions or accept compliments onlookers might have. (more)

SPC, NJIT Offer 5-Year Dual-Degree Program

Saint Peter’s College and the New Jersey Institute of Technology’s (NJIT) Newark College of Engineering now offer a five-year dual-degree program in physics and electrical engineering. Marylou Yam, Ph.D., vice president for academic affairs for Saint Peter’s College, and Sunil Saigal, Ph.D., the dean of NJIT’s Newark College of Engineering, signed the agreement on Tuesday, November 4, 2008, at Saint Peter’s Jersey City campus. (more)

College Celebrates Athletics Hall of Fame Day with Doubleheader

The Saint Peter’s College Department of Athletics will induct 10 individuals and two teams into its Athletics Hall of Fameon Saturday, December 13, 2008, as part of Saint Peter’s Hall of Fame Day. The induction will take place on the College’s Jersey City campus, following the doubleheader basketball games between Saint Peter’s College and Seton Hall University at the Jersey City Armory.

Give the Gift of a Jesuit Education

Make this holiday season an expression of joy, reflection, and gratitude for colleagues, friends or family in your life by making a gift in their honor or memory to Saint Peter’s Annual Fund. Investing in today’s students is a wonderful way to highlight appreciation for your cherished relationships. Giving online is easy, convenient and secure. MAKE A GIFT.

For more information, please contact Kevin Brennan, manager of Annual Giving, at kbrennan1@spc.edu or 201-761-6111.

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Magis (Latin): Meaning more or the greater good: The term traditionally used by St. Ignatius and the Jesuits to suggest the spirit of generous excellence - striving for the greater good - that drive our ministries.

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