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What's Happening at USF?

USF Community Welcomes
Dr. Vinciguerra

June 1, 2002 marked the beginning of new leadership at USF. As Dr. Michael Vinciguerra, president, entered the halls of USF he was received by faculty, administration and staff with a rousing cheer. Dr. Vinciguerra made a warm and heartfelt speech which was followed by a continental breakfast. CID welcomes Dr. Vinciguerra to the USF community.

New Vice President for Academic Affairs

Dr. Constance Bauer has been appointed Vice President for Academic Affairs. Dr Bauer comes to USF from Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College where she served as Vice President and Dean for Academic Affairs since 1991. Dr. Bauer has a doctorate and M.A. in Anthropology from the University of Colorado, and a B.A. in Psychology from the University of California. We are pleased to have Connie join our USF community.

New Vice President for Development
Dr. Robert Wilson-Black as been appointed Vice President for Development. He comes to us from Meadville Lombard Theological School where he served as Vice President for Institutional Advancement since 1999. Dr. Wilson-Black has a doctorate and an A.M. from the University of Chicago; and an M.H. and B.A. from the University of Richmond. We are happy to have Rob join our USF community.

New Dean of Saint Joseph College of Nursing and Allied Health

Dr. Maria A. Connolly has been appointed the dean of Saint Joseph College of Nursing and Allied Health. Dr. Connolly has extensive experience as an administrator at Loyola University Chicago, Marcella Niehoff School of Nursing. Dr. Connolly was actively involved in the area of distance learning where she developed an online undergraduate nursing elective and a series of videoconferences. She is a graduate of the USF Health Arts program. We welcome her to the university community.


New Director of Professional Arts

Jennifer Davidson has been appointed director of Professional Arts. Taking several online courses herself, she completed a master of science degree in Continuing Education and Training Management from USF. She comes to us from North Central College, where she served as the director of Continuing Education. Jennifer is very knowledgeable about non-traditional programs and is experienced with part-time adult students. We welcome Jennifer to the university community.

Saints Share Home With Jackhammers
The Fighting Saints baseball team shares the new Silver Cross Field with the Joliet Jackhammers, in downtown Joliet. The Joliet City Council approved an agreement allowing USF to utilize the field for practices, all home games, and special events. USF has an area to display the team's Hall of Fame and to store equipment. USF's presence can be seen by the display of banners throughout the stadium.

Course Road Map

Your Course Road Map
The Course Road Map is a new tool located on the Course Materials page. It is a document developed by your instructor providing you guidance on how the course is structured and instructions on completing your coursework