Lauryn Murphy: You Should Never Be Afraid To Do Something

Posted on April 15, 2013

Each year, five senior students are selected for the distinction of Lasallian Fellow because they embody the values set forth by CBU’s founder, St. John Baptist de la Salle. The Fellows are nominated by CBU faculty and staff because of their commitment to the underserved, their sensitivity to social and community needs, the active nature of their faith, and the difference they make in the world. Each Lasallian Fellow is awarded $5,000 as a means of perpetuating their work in the community. The Lasallian Fellows Awards were made possible by a generous donation from CBU Trustee Joyce A. Mollerup and her husband, Bob Buckman.

As the school year draws to an end, we are super excited to catch up with the 2012-2013 Lasallian Fellows, talk to them about their proudest CBU moments and what lies ahead.

Name: Lauryn Murphy
Hometown: Brighton, Tennessee
Major: Biology

Please introduce yourself!
I am a Biology major here at CBU. I am from Brighton, TN, and attended St. Benedict at Auburndale High School. I have been very involved in the College SEARCH program: I was a Co-Director in 2011, and a Table Leader in both 2010 and 2012. I am currently the Co-Volleyball Chair for Tri-Beta’s Annual Charity Volleyball Game, and was Co-Social Chair the previous year. I am on the Honors Board of Directors, and was on the September of Service Board last semester. I am part of the Brother’s Keepers program, which has allowed me to be on the Board of Directors for Friends For Life, a local non-profit organization that helps those with HIV/AIDS. I do work study for Dr. Ogilvie and Dr. Thompson-Jaeger, preparing labs for both of them. I have been Chairperson for President’s Ambassadors, and was a Peer Counselor for the past two years. I am currently the President of the CBU GSA.

What does being a Lasallian Fellow mean to you?
To me, it means being a true leader on campus, both through your actions and your beliefs. It means that you are a positive role model for others. It also means that you are reliable, that others can count on you to do what you say you will do. Being a Lasallian Fellow means standing up for others. Lastly, it means living your faith through how you act and think.

What is your proudest moment at CBU?
My proudest moment at CBU was probably at the College SEARCH Retreat when I was a Co-Director. We had worked long and hard to make it perfect, but like all other things it did not go exactly how we planned it. We were worrying because we had to make some adjustments to a key aspect of the weekend, and we were afraid it was just going horribly. It turned out great though, and everyone enjoyed it. And near the end of the weekend, a few members of the SEARCH Team presented each of us Co-Directors with a beautifully hand-painted mug that had the SEARCH banner on it, and told us thanks for all we had done and how good of a job we did. It was just very rewarding to know that people had enjoyed the weekend and that they had thanked us personally for all the work we put into it.

What do you wish you knew when you were first getting started as a freshman?
I wish I had known that you should never be afraid to do something. Also, you should not be afraid to look stupid if you are doing something you love or something you are passionate about. I also wish that I was as good at time management when I was a freshman as I am now as a graduating senior. Lastly, I have learned that it’s always good to be nice and welcoming towards others. Don’t be afraid to introduce yourself to others or say hi or reach out to them: it can really make a difference.

Have you made any post-graduation plans yet? How do you plan to spend your Fellowship stipend?
Yes, I have been offered a year-long position at the Church Health Center as a part of their Scholars program. I will probably be saving most of the money for Physician Assistant school that I hope to enter the following year, but hopefully I will be able to splurge a little of it on a trip or something similarly awesome.

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To learn more about the Lasallian Fellows and previous recipients of this prestigious award, click HERE.

Posted in Academics, Lasallian, School of Sciences, Student Life

Cameron Volpe: We want to see each other succeed.

Posted on April 15, 2013

Each year, five senior students are selected for the distinction of Lasallian Fellow because they embody the values set forth by CBU’s founder, St. John Baptist de la Salle. The Fellows are nominated by CBU faculty and staff because of their commitment to the underserved, their sensitivity to social and community needs, the active nature of their faith, and the difference they make in the world. Each Lasallian Fellow is awarded $5,000 as a means of perpetuating their work in the community. The Lasallian Fellows Awards were made possible by a generous donation from CBU Trustee Joyce A. Mollerup and her husband, Bob Buckman.

As the school year draws to an end, we are super excited to catch up with the 2012-2013 Lasallian Fellows, talk to them about their proudest CBU moments and what lies ahead.

Name: Cameron Volpe
Hometown: Memphis, Tennessee
Major: Biology

Please introduce yourself!
I’m Cameron Volpe, I was born and raised in Memphis, TN, and I am a Biology major. I am involved with too many CBU activities to count, but most notably I am a member of Alpha Xi Delta sorority, where I have held the positions of Vice President of Public Relations and Recording Secretary, and I am President of the National Biology Honor Society, Beta Beta Beta, here at CBU. I am also involved in our campus ministry program, by serving as a Co-Director for the College SEARCH retreat, and by leading the Music Ministry team in singing at mass every Sunday in Stritch Chapel at 9:00 p.m. I’m also a part of the theatre program and CB Singers.

What does being a Lasallian Fellow mean to you?
Being a Lasallian Fellow to me means carrying out my Lasallian legacy. My grandfather, both my parents, and my older brother all attended CBU, and the Lasallian tradition has been deep in my roots since I was born. I’ve grown up going to CBU basketball games and hearing the words “St. John Baptiste de la Salle, Pray for us. Live Jesus in our hearts forever” at the beginning and ending of many CBU events. Now after coming to CBU myself, I have further learned the importance of Faith, Service, and Community through events such as Up ’til Dawn and the SEARCH retreat which incorporate all three of the Lasallian values.

What is your proudest moment at CBU?
My proudest moment at CBU was when I found out I was accepted into veterinary school, in the middle of my Honors Senior Seminar class, a class of only senior students in the Honors Program. I quietly took the call from Mississippi State outside while on break in the middle of class, and came back in smiling ear to ear to tell my fellow seniors the news. The whole classroom burst into a cheer and all were so happy for me. I think that just goes to show how much of a community CBU really is. We want to see each other succeed, and when we do, we are truly happy for one another.

What do you wish you knew when you were first getting started as a freshman?
When I was a freshman, I was so concerned about fitting in with the right crowd and was truly afraid to sit with people I did not know in the lunch room. I wish I had known how friendly and welcoming the students at CBU are. It’s fairly common for a group of students to wave a new person over to sit with them in the cafeteria if they look lonely, or to chit chat with everyone between classes. If you just ask, people are very welcoming around here.

Have you made any post-graduation plans yet? How do you plan to spend your Fellowship stipend?
I have made several post-graduation plans, including getting a dog now that I will no longer be a campus resident! I also plan to continue my studies in veterinary school at Mississippi State University, where I hope to graduate with honors and continue into a residency program to specialize in what type of veterinary medicine I enjoy the most. I plan to spend my stipend almost entirely on tuition for vet school, because boy can vet school get expensive! I am truly grateful to be able to receive such a generous stipend, because every little bit counts to pay back student loans.
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To learn more about the Lasallian Fellows and previous recipients of this prestigious award, click HERE.

Posted in Academics, Advancement, Lasallian, School of Sciences, Student Life

Will Zachary: With Recognition Also Comes Need to Lead and Serve Others

Posted on April 15, 2013

Each year, five senior students are selected for the distinction of Lasallian Fellow because they embody the values set forth by CBU’s founder, St. John Baptist de la Salle. The Fellows are nominated by CBU faculty and staff because of their commitment to the underserved, their sensitivity to social and community needs, the active nature of their faith, and the difference they make in the world. Each Lasallian Fellow is awarded $5,000 as a means of perpetuating their work in the community. The Lasallian Fellows Awards were made possible by a generous donation from CBU Trustee Joyce A. Mollerup and her husband, Bob Buckman.

As the school year draws to an end, we are super excited to catch up with the 2012-2013 Lasallian Fellows, talk to them about their proudest CBU moments and what lies ahead.

Name: Will Zachary
Hometown: Horn Lake, Mississippi
Major: Chemical Engineering

Please introduce yourself!
I am a Chemical Engineering major here at CBU. My concentration is in Biochemical Engineering, and my minors are in Chemistry and Math. I am from Horn Lake, Mississippi, and I am an active member of TKE and the American Institute of Chemical Engineers on campus. I have also acted as a Peer Counselor for two years and been a part of SEARCH for four years. Outside of campus, I volunteer at my church, Christ the King, and with Sacred Heart Southern Missions.

What does being a Lasallian Fellow mean to you?
It means that what I have done in school has been noticed. Even though I may feel that I should not need encouragement to do well, encouragement is always nice to have. With the recognition also comes the need to continue to lead and serve others and to improve myself. This is one of the reasons I was more than happy to help organize a group of freshmen leaders with the other Lasallian Fellows.

What is your proudest moment at CBU?
Other than being named a Lasallian Fellow? I was extremely proud once I finally presented my senior project. I finally felt like a true engineer and ready to start working in the field.

What do you wish you knew when you were first getting started as a freshman?
I wish I knew how important my grades were during the first few semesters. Classes only get harder even as my time management got better. I was told about the importance of these grades several times, but there is not much that is clearer than looking back and realizing where I could have improved.

Have you made any post-graduation plans yet? How do you plan to spend your Fellowship stipend?
I have worked throughout college and throughout each of my breaks, so I have not really taken much of a break. I plan on visiting some friends either in California or Germany for a week to see new places that I have never been before and to try and get a vacation before I start my career. The money for the Lasallian Fellows Award will help with that.

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To learn more about the Lasallian Fellows and previous recipients of this prestigious award, click HERE.

Posted in Academics, Advancement, Lasallian, School of Engineering, Student Life

Johnny Blount: Being a Lasallian Fellow Is More Than A Validation. It is a charge.

Posted on April 12, 2013

Each year, five senior students are selected for the distinction of Lasallian Fellow because they embody the values set forth by CBU’s founder, St. John Baptist de la Salle. The Fellows are nominated by CBU faculty and staff because of their commitment to the underserved, their sensitivity to social and community needs, the active nature of their faith, and the difference they make in the world. Each Lasallian Fellow is awarded $5,000 as a means of perpetuating their work in the community. The Lasallian Fellows Awards were made possible by a generous donation from CBU Trustee Joyce A. Mollerup and her husband, Bob Buckman.

As the school year draws to an end, we are super excited to catch up with the 2012-2013 Lasallian Fellows, talk to them about their proudest CBU moments and what lies ahead.

Name: Johnny Blount
Hometown: Eads, Tennessee
Major: Religion & Philosophy

Please introduce yourself!
My name is Johnny Blount. I am Religion & Philosophy major, and I have been very active in my four years on campus. I have worked with SGA and the Honors Program, and I founded the Gay Straight Alliance in my freshmen year.

What does being a Lasallian Fellow mean to you?
The program was launched in my freshmen year, so when I found out I was selected it was a moment of pure joy. I think I may have even scared Karen Viotti a little bit over the phone. I say this to demonstrate what an honor this most certainly is. For me, it was a validation that my work with CBU has been worthwhile and valued by my community. It re-enforced the Lasallian values that were so clearly laid out for me during my first few weeks at CBU. Being a Lasallian Fellow is more than a validation, though. It is a charge. It is a reminder that I must stick to the path I have started on– that CBU has led me down.

What is your proudest moment at CBU?
My proudest moment at CBU was a conversation I had with a member of our CBU family who has felt more comfortable around campus–attributing that to my work with the Gay Straight Alliance.

What do you wish you knew when you were first getting started as a freshman?
I wish I had known more about how to cope when personal issues interrupted the flow and stamina that made my underclassmen years so strong.

Have you made any post-graduation plans yet? How do you plan to spend your Fellowship stipend?
I have not made any post-graduation plans, but I would like to turn my scholarship money around into another scholarship for LGBT/ally students.

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To learn more about the Lasallian Fellows and previous recipients of this prestigious award, click HERE.

Posted in Academics, Advancement, Lasallian, School of Arts, Student Life

Taylor Tartera: Your Experience In College Is All About What You Put Into It.

Posted on April 12, 2013

Each year, five senior students are selected for the distinction of Lasallian Fellow because they embody the values set forth by CBU’s founder, St. John Baptist de la Salle. The Fellows are nominated by CBU faculty and staff because of their commitment to the underserved, their sensitivity to social and community needs, the active nature of their faith, and the difference they make in the world. Each Lasallian Fellow is awarded $5,000 as a means of perpetuating their work in the community. The Lasallian Fellows Awards were made possible by a generous donation from CBU Trustee Joyce A. Mollerup and her husband, Bob Buckman.

As the school year draws to an end, we are super excited to catch up with the 2012-2013 Lasallian Fellows, talk to them about their proudest CBU moments and what lies ahead.

Name: Taylor Tartera
Hometown: Memphis, Tennessee
Major: English for Corporate Communications

Please introduce yourself!
My name is Taylor Ray Tartera, I am a senior English Corporate Communications Major with minors in Political Science and Global Studies. I was born and raised in Memphis, TN with my twin brother and my eight other siblings. I came to Christian Brothers University in 2009 and started to get involved immediately. I was a part of the Kappa Sigma Fraternity, Student Government Association, Presidents Ambassadors, Lasallian Fellows, Alpha Chi, Sigma Tau Delta, IFC, and the Peer Counselor, as well as serving on numerous boards such as the “Compass” committee and Christian Brothers University’s Judicial Board.

What does being a Lasallian Fellow mean to you?
A Lasallian Fellow embodies three components: Faith, Service, and Community. To me, a Lasallian Fellow is someone who dedicates a good part of their time putting their efforts into their academics and school programs; giving back, leading, and trying to bring Christian Brothers University more together as a community.

What is your proudest moment at CBU?
My proudest moment at Christian Brothers University would have to be the night I received the award for Greek Man of the year back in 2012. I knew I had gotten nominated, but I knew the competition was tough, going against seniors and other worthy candidates, but I stayed positive. I attended the awards and the last award given was the Greek Man and Greek Women and when my name was called to accept the award I was both proud and thankful.

What do you wish you knew when you were first getting started as a freshman?
When I was a freshman, I wished I had known that involvement was the key to the best four years of your life. One’s experience in college is all about what you put into it. If you get involved and get others involved, you will be rewarded with an enjoyable year, to say the least. I believe there needs to be more opportunities expressed to freshmen about ways to jump start getting involved on campus right from day one. Campus IS fun, but it is hard to see that if you don’t come around and see what is going on in our CBU community.

Have you made any post-graduation plans yet? How do you plan to spend your Fellowship stipend?
I have applied for two programs: The J.D. Program for a law degree at the University of Memphis and the M.A.T. program for a Master’s in Education degree at CBU, both of which I have not heard back from yet (fingers crossed). Either way, I plan on doing both programs when time allows, which one I will do first, I have no idea. As far as the Fellowship stipend, I plan on using some of the money to travel with the CBU study abroad program again, a portion to go back to CBU, and some to fund a tad bit of graduate school.
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To learn more about the Lasallian Fellows and previous recipients of this prestigious award, click HERE.

Posted in Academics, Advancement, Lasallian, School of Arts, Student Life

Lensing Named CBU 2013 Outstanding Graduate Engineering Alumna

Posted on March 26, 2013

(l-r) Dr. Eric Welch (Dean of Engineering), Maria Teresa Lensing, and Dr. Gregory Sedrick (Director of Graduate Engineering)

Christian Brothers University (CBU) awarded Maria Teresa Blanco Lensing the 2013 R. Craig Blackman Outstanding Graduate Engineering Alumni Award during its annual Graduate Engineering Award Dinner on March 22.

Not only is Lensing an active supporter of CBU’s graduate engineering program, she is also dedicated to the University as a whole. “The selection committee members unanimously chose Maria as the obvious candidate for the honor,” says Dr. Gregory Sedrick, Director of the Graduate Engineering Program. “She not only represents and serves CBU and the Engineering Graduate Program, but exemplifies the finest in the Engineering Management profession.” Her commitment and contributions to the University also earned her the Distinguished Young Alumni Award from the University in 2011.

Lensing started her career at SBC Datacomm as a network engineer in their staging facility. She went from implementation engineer, responsible for the configuration of networks for all of SBC’s staging customers, to a design engineer, working with premier clients in architecting, simulating and testing their networks before deploying in production. In 2009, Rockwell Collins hired Lensing to run all of IT operations globally, including data, voice, infrastructure, mobility, portals and collaboration, and security. In 2011, Lensing returned to Memphis and is now a vice president with AT&T’s Signature Client Group, handling engineering, sales and operations for Fortune 100 companies. Lensing received her Bachelor of Science Degree in Electrical Engineering (2001) and a Master of Engineering Management degree (2007) from Christian Brothers University before attending the Harvard Business School Executive Education program.

The R. Craig Blackman Outstanding Graduate Engineering Alumni Award is named for the founder of CBU’s Graduate Engineering Program. This award recognizes individuals for their academic excellence, professional success, community service and continual support of CBU’s School of Engineering and the Graduate Engineering Programs.
For more information about CBU’s Graduate Engineering Programs, call (901) 321-3405 or visit: www.cbu.edu/gradengineering.

Posted in Alumni, Events, Press Releases, School of Engineering

Sumner-Winter New Director of Stewardship and Donor Engagement at CBU

Posted on March 20, 2013

Wendy Sumner-Winter has been appointed as the Director of Stewardship and Donor Engagement at Christian Brothers University (CBU). In this newly created position, Sumner-Winter will lead the University’s efforts to enhance its commitment to donors and increase its stewardship activities. As an integral part of Advancement, she will oversee planning, strategy development, and implementation of activities to increase communication and connections with donors.

As a CBU alum, Sumner-Winter is excited to be back on campus. “I am a native Memphian with deep roots and deep love for this city. I believe that Christian Brothers University is a cornerstone of this community, and I’m proud to be a part of it.”

Stewardship and working with donors is not new to Sumner-Winter. Previously, she served as the Alumni & Constituents Relations Coordinator at the University of Memphis and Executive Assistant & Development Coordinator at Harwood Center. In addition, Sumner-Winter serves as a contributing editor of The Pinch, the international literary and arts journal, is on the editorial board of Orphan Press Books, and has been a lecturer at the University of Memphis and owner/curator of the Midtown Artist Market Gallery.

“We are very excited to welcome Wendy back to CBU and as a member of the Advancement team,” states Steve Crisman, Vice President for Advancement. “She brings with her a strong enthusiasm for the Lasallian mission of the University and a commitment to nurture our connections with our donors, alumni and community. Wendy will also be a big part of refining how we steward the gifts that have sustained and will sustain CBU.”

Sumner-Winter earned a Master of Fine Arts in Creative Writing from The University of Memphis and a Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy & Religious Studies from Christian
Brothers University.

For more information on the academic programs and services at CBU, visit www.cbu.edu or call (901) 321-3000. To learn how your gift can make a difference, visit www.cbu.edu/giving or call (901) 321-3270.

Posted in Advancement, Alumni, Faculty & Staff, Press Releases

CBU Business School Ranked “Best for Vets”

Posted on March 15, 2013

Christian Brothers University (CBU) was ranked among the “Best for Vets: Business Schools 2013” by the Military Times. Of the some 100 schools responding to the first-ever national survey, CBU ranked 19 out of 62 selected by the Military Times for its master’s business programs that help veterans bridge their military skills to corporate America.

The detailed 60-question survey ranked academic policies, financial aid, academic and career support, and even the average Graduate Management Admission Test scores of the participating schools. The result of the evaluation of the survey responses distinguished CBU’s Graduate Business programs as an ideal option for veterans, active-duty service members and their families.

Corporate America is constantly changing, and not everyone can swiftly transition from driving an army tank to working in an office. For many vets, pursuing a Master of Business Administration becomes the next step in their career path. “We at CBU are improving every year to provide the best transitional service for our veterans to become the next great generation,” says Anthony McClyde, Veteran Services Coordinator at CBU.

Veterans bring a strong work ethic, leadership skills and maturity to the classroom. What business programs like CBU’s give them is the unique perspective of corporate America’s culture and language of business. At CBU, veterans have the option of pursuing a MBA, Master of International Business (MIB), MBA/MIB or Master of Accountancy (MAcc). As a VA-Designated Yellow Ribbon University, CBU has many generous Yellow Ribbon Grants which are designed to provide veterans with additional funds up to 100 percent of the out-of-pocket tuition and fees for degree programs.

The Military Times, a Gannett Government Media Publication that serves as an independent source for news and information for the military community, provides service members and their families with current news and information to help nurture their careers and personal lives.

For more information on the Graduate Business Programs offered at CBU, visit www.cbu.edu/business or call (901) 321-3562.

Posted in Academics, Admissions, Press Releases, School of Business

CBU Marketing Ranks among Best in the Nation

Posted on March 8, 2013

Honored by nation’s largest educational advertising competition

The Communications & Marketing department at Christian Brothers University (CBU) received 6 national awards for its marketing and advertising in the Twenty-Eight Annual Educational Advertising Awards, sponsored by Higher Education Marketing Report.

CBU won Gold in the Annual Report category for its President’s Report. Three Bronzes were also awarded in the Total Ad Campaign category for Get In Gear (its summer ad campaign), in Imprinted Materials for Alumni Weekend 2012‐CBU T‐Shirt, and in Radio Advertising for Get In Gear. Additionally, two Merits were awarded in the Total PR Program category for its inaugural Bell Tower Gala and for Imprinted Materials with The Great Debate of 2012‐CBU T‐Shirt. Materials were used across all market segments with varying target audiences.

“This is definitely an outstanding achievement for us, as each year the number of entries from across the nation and foreign counties increase and the competition becomes fiercer,” notes Elisa Marus, Vice President for Communications & Marketing. “Our design and copywriting work is done all in-house with the best highly creative staff. To be among the winners and to have our work recognized by experts in the industry as some of the best in the nation is just awesome!”

Winners are selected for programs and materials that display exceptional quality, creativity and message effectiveness. The Educational Advertising Awards is the largest educational advertising awards competition in the country. This year, close to 3,000 entries were received from more than1,000 colleges, universities and secondary schools from all 50 states and several foreign countries. Gold awards were granted to 167 institutions and silver awards were received by 158 institutions. Eighteen institutions were recognized by the judges as a “Best of Show” winner.

Judges for the Educational Advertising Awards consisted of a national panel of higher education marketers, advertising creative directors, marketing and advertising professionals and the editorial board of Higher Education Marketing Report.

To learn more about CBU and its academic programs, visit www.cbu.edu. Additional information about the Higher Education Marketing Report is available at www.hmrpublicationsgroup.com.

Posted in Faculty & Staff, Press Releases

Panel of Community Organizers will Discuss Urban Social Conflict at Christian Brothers University March 14

Posted on March 1, 2013

The Eighth Annual Vanderhaar Symposium will focus on peacemaking at home, as a distinguished panel of community organizers explores a variety of ways to confront issues that threaten to divide us and create injustice. Four local panelists will address issues regarding immigration, gang violence, racism, labor rights and other challenges at the Gerard A. Vanderhaar Symposium, held Thursday, March 14, from 7:00 – 9:00 p.m. in the Spain Auditorium at Christian Brothers University. The program, entitled “Communities Engaged in Resolving Urban Social Conflict,” will discuss steps to bring positive change to our neighborhoods, city, county, nation and the world.

The format this year features local leaders whose daily work impacts the community.

Panelist include Delvin Lane, leader of Memphis Mayor A C Wharton’s Gang Violence Prevention Team; Gabriela Benitez, coordinator of the West Tennessee’s Immigration and Refugee Coalition; Malik Shaw, Vice Principal of Pleasant View Islamic School and co-founder of the American Muslim Intercultural Network; and Kyle Kordsmeier, Organizing Director of the Workers Interfaith Network.

“These are individuals who are doing creative, nonviolent work in our community in the areas of peace and justice,” said Janice Vanderhaar, who chairs the symposium committee. “We decided to focus in on labor rights, immigration, Muslim work with youth and gang violence, as these affect our community directly.”

Each year, a Mid-South university student is recognized with the Dr. Gerard A. Vanderhaar Student Peace Award, given to a student who best exemplifies the spirit and practice of nonviolence consistent with Dr. Vanderhaar’s life and work. Franklin Dakin, a junior at Rhodes College, will be presented with this year’s award.

Dakin, a participant in the Bonner Scholarship program at Rhodes, helped develop the pilot program BRIDGES change, and served as one of its first intern coordinators. Last year he successfully campaigned to become the youngest alderman ever elected in the city of Millington, Tenn., and is currently the state’s youngest elected official.

A reception in the Montesi Room following the program will honor Dakin along with previous Vanderhaar Peace Laureates.

The Vanderhaar Symposium was founded in honor of Dr. Gerard A. Vanderhaar, a professor of religion for 28 years at Christian Brothers University, who spent his lifetime promoting peace and active nonviolence.

The Symposium is free and open to the public. For more information visit www.gvanderhaar.org.

Posted in Academics, Events