This October, Lourdes College is hosting the following activities in honor of Hispanic heritage:

Monday, October 20:  Baldemar Velasquez, President and founder of the Farm Labor Organizing Committee (FLOC), will give a presentation addressing the Hispanic/Latino population within the Toledo area, the status of the Immigration Bill and conditions of migrant camps throughout Ohio. His address will be held in the Ebeid Student Center from 4 to 5:30 p.m.



Tuesday, October 21:  Lourdes College will host a performance by El Corazon de Mexico in the Ebeid Student Center from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m.  El Corazon de Mexico is a Ballet Folklorico type dance troupe hailing from the Toledo area.



Both events are free and open to the public.

For more information, please contact Larry Murphy, Assistant Professor of Sociology and Justice Studies, at 419-824-3825 or email lmurphy@lourdes.edu.

Wednesday, October 15, 2008 2:28:46 PM (Eastern Standard Time, UTC-05:00)    Comments [0] | 

Lourdes’ newest student organization, the Young Democrats, are partnering with local peace, human rights and anti-violence groups to host a rally in the Ebeid Student Center in McAlear Hall on Saturday, October 18.

Part of the Sing Out the Vote Ohio campaign, the rally will begin at 7 p.m and is free and open to the public. Sing Out the Vote events are hosted by Folk musician and activist Holly Near and are designed to “inspire, energize and support the dedicated election organizers of Ohio through music and song.” Joining Holly in performance will be Wishing Chair’s Kiya Heartwood and local music group Spectrum.

Read a full bio on Holly Near.

For more information about this rally, please contact Lisa Binkowski, Director of Student Activities and Recreation at Lourdes College, at 419-517-8870 or email lbinkowski@lourdes.edu.

A sample of Holly Near's musical performance can be viewed below:

Monday, October 13, 2008 2:51:49 PM (Eastern Standard Time, UTC-05:00)    Comments [0] | 

On Sunday, October 19, Lourdes College’s Speaker Series returns with guest speakers Jill Eikenberry and Michael Tucker.

Eikenberry and Tucker, best known for their roles on the four time Emmy-winning show LA Law, will present “Destined to Live,” which first appeared as a NBC documentary featuring cancer survivors including former first-lady Nancy Reagan. Their presentation will stress the importance of breast cancer education, early detection, research and treatment.

As Ann Kelsey and Stuart Markowitz on NBC’s LA Law, Eikenberry and Tucker earned a combined seven Emmy nominations, four Golden Globe nominations and one Golden Globe award. In 1986, Eikenberry was diagnosed with breast cancer. Since then, she and Tucker, who have been married for 35 years, have remained dedicated to telling their important story to audiences around the world.

The Speaker Series presentation, sponsored by Flower Hospital, will be held in the Franciscan Theater of Lourdes College at 7 p.m. Admission is FREE and open to the public with a valid ticket. To pick up tickets, visit the Franciscan Center box office or call 419-824-3999.

Monday, October 13, 2008 1:47:51 PM (Eastern Standard Time, UTC-05:00)    Comments [0] | 

This fall, Lourdes College’s continuing education program, Lifelong Learning, offers the following schedule of events to area residents:

Sunday, October 12 – Fall Color Tour: Toledo Memorial Park

Monday, October 13 – Seminar: Local Politics

Friday, October 17 – Lunch with the Professor: “It’s a Matter of Perspective”

Friday, October 24 – “Rut Busting” Workshop

Wednesday, October 29 – Bus trip: “Say Goodnight Gracie” Broadway show

For a full list of details and classes offered, visit Lifelong Learning’s webpage at www.lourdes.edu/lifelong.

To reserve a place at any of the Lifelong Learning events, contact Director Gloria Burke at 419-824-3707. 

Thursday, October 09, 2008 2:35:57 PM (Eastern Standard Time, UTC-05:00)    Comments [0] | 

Wednesday, October 15: Passionately Pink for the Cure®

Members of the Lourdes community are encouraged to wear pink during the College’s Passionately Pink for the Cure® event.

During this single-day fundraiser, participants can:
 - Post a ribbon in memory/recognition of someone on the Ribbon of Remembrance
 - Create “pink” jewelry

 - Make a donation to the Susan G. Komen for the Cure

 - Enter the “Pink Raffle” to win breast cancer awareness items

 - Pick up the latest educational information on breast cancer

 - Purchase a "pink" boxed lunch or snacks

*A community photo is planned for all wearing pink at 1:45 p.m. in McAlear Hall*

Thursday, October 09, 2008 2:33:10 PM (Eastern Standard Time, UTC-05:00)    Comments [0] | 

Janaline Darrington, a senior in Bachelor of Individualized Studies and State of the College Address volunteer, offers her perspective of the event and Lourdes’ new strategic plan:

“As a volunteer at the State of the College Address, I could feel the excitement in the room as Dr. Helmer took to the podium to announce all the wonderful things that will take place at Lourdes College over the next seven years. 

Lourdes College will have a new name and it will be Lourdes University. The College will also offer housing for students and will expand in the graduate studies program.  Now, how awesome is that! 

As breakfast was served to the guests, Another student volunteer and I began to talk to a gentleman seated next to me.  She asked him his name and he said ‘Larry Ulrich.’  I was astounded!  We were so excited to talk to Mr. Ulrich in person and thank him for his generosity to the College. Then, we began to realize that so many of the guests present had also given to Lourdes and to us, as students.

I am truly thankful for the wonderful support that Lourdes College has from the community and am truly excited for the days to come!”

Monday, October 06, 2008 3:14:36 PM (Eastern Standard Time, UTC-05:00)    Comments [0] | 

Today is Monday, and we are on a break. Sessions include Dead Metal, Smart Annuals for Smart Institutions, Shift Happens, and What to do and who to do it for. More later.

Monday, October 06, 2008 2:13:28 PM (Eastern Standard Time, UTC-05:00)    Comments [0] | 

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Monday, October 06, 2008 9:13:10 AM (Eastern Standard Time, UTC-05:00)    Comments [0] | 

It is Sunday and we went to the cathedral. We also squeezed in a dolphin cruise. We saw 12 dolphins including a mama and her little girl. It was hard to capture them on film though. We attended 4 sessions today. The first one I attended was about technology and design. It truly rejuvenated my spirit and brought back that excitement you can have to create, entertain and invoke the imagination with. That session alone made the conference for me.

Sunday, October 05, 2008 2:12:57 PM (Eastern Standard Time, UTC-05:00)    Comments [0] | 

Today is Saturday. We met our fellow design and marketing compatriots at a meeting at Johnson Square. There was music, magic, food, drink and icebreakers. Very fun to network. We also had some time to sightsee. We have been to Tybee Island and the beach.

We also did a power tour of the historic district. Magnificent!

Saturday, October 04, 2008 2:11:48 PM (Eastern Standard Time, UTC-05:00)    Comments [0] | 

Carla and I flew to Savannah today for the UCDA conference which stands for University and College Design Association. We have seen several alligators today, one actually in a pond by the airport.

The city is beautiful! Carla has been to Savannah before. This is my 1st time. How wonderful to be in such a lovely and historical city for a design conference.

Friday, October 03, 2008 2:07:51 PM (Eastern Standard Time, UTC-05:00)    Comments [0] | 

Comedia Jay Black

Friday, October 17

Franciscan Theatre

8:30 p.m.

Former high school teacher turned comedian Jay Black has quickly become one of America's most accomplished young entertainers. To date, Jay has headlined performances at over 100 colleges and universities as well as at many of the nation’s top comedy clubs. 

Jay's comedic presence has not gone unnoticed. In 2008, Campus Activities magazine named him "Reader's Choice College Comedian of the Year."  Jay has also appeared on Showtime, the Fox Business Channel and A&E.  When not performing comedy, Jay works as one of Hollywood's most sought after screenwriters and has written for several feature films. For more information on Jay Black, visit www.jayblackcomedy.com.  

Lourdes College students, faculty, staff and alumni can receive two FREE tickets with a valid Lourdes College ID card.  Tickets for the general public are only $10 each.  For concert tickets, contact the Franciscan Center Box Office at 419-824-3999.

Thursday, October 02, 2008 2:48:34 PM (Eastern Standard Time, UTC-05:00)    Comments [0] | 

This fall, friends and supporters of Lourdes are invited to attend a dinner with the College’s President Dr. Robert C. Helmer.

Lourdes Night at Ciao!

Tuesday, October 14

6:30 p.m.

Tickets $50 per person

Reservations: 1-888-456-DINE

Guests will have an opportunity to enjoy the fine Italian cuisine while raising money for student scholarships. For more information on upcoming fundraisers, contact Kelly Dilworth, Assistant Director of Development, at 419-824-3751 or email kdilworth@lourdes.edu.

Thursday, October 02, 2008 2:40:12 PM (Eastern Standard Time, UTC-05:00)    Comments [0] | 

As part of the College’s ongoing Get Out & Vote campaign, Lourdes will host a political debate and forum featuring local Democratic and Republican representatives.  

Debate information: Tom Estrella, Associate Professor of Psychology, will debate from a Republican perspective and Dr. Dale Lanigan, Assistant Professor of Sociology and Justice Studies, will debate from a Democratic perspective. Students groups will also participate in friendly debates about issues pertaining to the presidential election, state of the economy and other politically relevant issues.

Q & A Forum: Local representatives from both presidential campaigns will conduct a Q & A forum to conclude the event. Hors d'oeuvres and refreshments will be served.

The Get Out & Vote campaign is made possible through the Ohio Campus Compact Voter Engagement Grant. Lourdes officially launched the campaign on Constitution Day in September and will conclude Get Out & Vote with an election night watch party in the Ebeid Student Center.

Wednesday, October 01, 2008 2:32:12 PM (Eastern Standard Time, UTC-05:00)    Comments [0] | 

Lourdes College will host the Toledo Public School’s 2008 Latino Career Day on:

Tuesday, October 14

Franciscan Theatre and Conference Center

9:30 a.m.

Latino Career Day will feature a welcome from Lourdes President Dr. Robert C. Helmer and presentation by guest speaker Lisa Sobiecki from the Toledo Public School Board.

Over 300 students from Bowsher, Libbey, Oregon, Waite, Whitmer, Woodward and Clay High Schools are expected to attend the event.

The goal of Latino Career Day is to provide students with career options by inviting guests from the Toledo area who represent a variety of occupations. 

Presenters share their knowledge, skills and abilities with the students concluding with a brief question and answer period. The following career fields will be represented at this year’s event:

• Business, Communications & Journalism
• Education
• Information Technology
• Law
• Law Enforcement/Fire Fighters
• Medical Field
• Public Service
• Skilled Trades
• Social Work
• Theatre Arts

Monday, September 29, 2008 2:06:56 PM (Eastern Standard Time, UTC-05:00)    Comments [0] | 

As a resident of Adrian, Michigan, I am deeply saddened by the double murder of an Adrian couple by their 17 year-old son. I would be shocked and upset by this tragedy even if it weren't so close to home, but the community is kind of like a small town, and any crime against another seems like such an assault on all of us.

My youngest son is a Junior at Adrian High School, in the same class as the teenager who did the shooting. I recognize the father from his photo in The Blade, although I probably only saw him in passing at some event. When I asked my son if he knew the boy, he said, "Yeah, that's just crazy. I can't believe it." And yesterday, I (and all the other parents of Adrian High School students, I'm sure) got a recorded phone call from the Superintendent of Schools, telling th