Tim Husband (mathematics) received the
2001 Michigan Council of Teachers of Mathematics Distinguished Service Award this
fall, in recognition of “a lifetime of dedicated service to the council and to the teachers and students
we serve.” It is “a
great honor to be
recognized by an
organization and
people who have
done so much for
mathematics education,” Tim said.
“Many of the outstanding mathematics reform educators are
here in Michigan and our state is recognized
as a leader in mathematics education nationally. It has been a wonderful and rewarding
experience working with this extraordinary
community of teachers.”
Paul McMullan’s (art) ceramic work was
featured last summer in “Emerging Talent
IV” at the John Elder Gallery in New York
City. He also was one of 50 Michigan artists chosen to participate in “Made in Michigan” at the Paint
Creek Center for
the Arts in Rochester. Paul served
as a visiting artist
at the College for
Creative Studies
in Detroit this
past fall and was
one of the featured presenters at October’s Michigan Mud
2001 ceramic conference in Grand Rapids.
Nancy Schumann (English) was profiled
this fall in The Chelsea Standard for her
work as secretary of the Chelsea District
Library Board. The article noted that Nancy’s interest in books extends beyond reading to writing and publishing: She wrote and
published “Homesteading in the City,” a
guide to urban living. She also has published
short stories, poems and academic articles,
and is at work on a novel. At Siena, she
advises Spectra, the student newspaper, in
addition to teaching journalism, literature,
composition and creative writing.
Stella Cowan (business) is a new member
of the full-time faculty in Southfield. She
worked for 15 years in organization development and has 10 years teaching experience
at Spring Arbor University, Baker College
and Henry Ford Community College. She
holds a master’s in education from Wayne
State University and has completed coursework for a doctorate at Walden University.
Magdalena Ezoe, OP ‘55 (music) received
the Adrian Dominican Educational Leadership Award this fall from Barry University in Miami. Magdalena attended Barry
as an undergraduate but completed
her degree at
Siena Heights. Sr.
Ezoe received the
award in Miami
on Barry’s Education Day, a time
when the Barry
community
reflects on personal responsibility for promoting the
common good and recognizes individuals—
such as Sister Magdalena—who have provided leadership in education. The award
celebrates visionary leadership and comprehensive, continuing commitment to education.
James Sam (social and behavioral science)
is a new full-time faculty in Southfield. He
holds master’s degrees in counseling, theology and social work, and a Ph.D. in human
services. He has worked as a clinical therapist since 1984 and has taught part-time in
Southfield since 1994.
Cindy Beals (student activities)
was honored this
fall for her work
mentoring students and new
professionals and
volunteering for
the NationalAssociation of Campus
Activities. She received the Janet Carl Smith
Award, the highest honor given by the Illiana region of NACA.
Farewell to Peggy Myles
After 10 years of service to Siena Heights,
Dr. Peggy Treece Myles resigned this fall
as Director of Graduate Professional
Education Programs.
Peggy
played a major
role in the development of the
Graduate College and is significantly responsible fo ȁ