News
- 05/14/08
Emmanuel College Holds 86th Commencement Ceremony
Emmanuel College conferred nearly 600 degrees during its 86th Commencement ceremony on Saturday, May 10th. Full Story »
- 05/09/08
90K... It's All About Time
The Alumni Board invites you to be part of the 90th anniversary of Emmanuel College as we introduce 90K…It's All About Time, a new volunteer service initiative! Full Story »
- 05/08/08
2008 Commencement Press Release
Alumna Elizabeth Patterson '67 to provide Emmanuel College Commencement Address on Saturday, May 10th. College will also honor C. Michael Daley and Rev. David Gill, S.J. Full Story »
- 05/06/08
Connecting Students to Internships, Jobs
In an effort to continue to provide Emmanuel students and alumni with the highest-caliber resources, the College's Office of Internships & Career Development recently launched EC Career Connect, an information system that will serve as Emmanuel's new online career center. Full Story »
- 04/29/08
Class of 2008 Candidates for Distinction in the Field
The Class of 2008 candidates for Distinction in the Field brought a broad range of discussions to the table during the College's third annual presentation forum. Full Story »
- 04/28/08
Coca-Cola Employees Recognize Benefits of Emmanuel Education
For three Coca-Cola employees, their support of each other's academic quests through Emmanuel College's Graduate & Professional Programs is a constant fixture throughout their work days. Full Story »
- 04/24/08
Sunday Service Group Provides Regular Community Service Outlet
The Emmanuel Sunday Service Group is a weekly service opportunity for students interested in helping less fortunate members of the Boston community on a more frequent basis Full Story »
- 04/18/08
College President Attends Papal Address
Emmanuel College President Sister Janet Eisner, SND was one of approximately 350 Catholic college and university presidents and superintendents invited to attend a papal address by Pope Benedict XVI during his first U.S. visit. Full Story »
- 04/17/08
College Celebrates Topping-Off Ceremony
Emmanuel College celebrated a milestone in the construction of its new Academic Science Center on Thursday, April 17th, commemorating the completion of the building's structural frame with a traditional topping off ceremony. Full Story »
- 04/06/08
Model UN Club Recognized at Harvard and Chicago Conferences
Emmanuel College's Model United Nations (UN) Club walked away from this year's Harvard National Model UN Conference as one of just a handful of delegations to be specially recognized. Full Story »
- 04/02/08
Once Again, Saints' Season Highlighted by GNAC Title, NCAA Berth
The 2007-08 season proved to be the same story, different chapter for the Emmanuel women's basketball team, which claimed the program's 12th Great Northeast Athletic Conference (GNAC) championship and earned another trip to the NCAA Division III tournament. Full Story »
- 04/01/08
Alternative Spring Break Provides Aid in New Orleans, Phoenix, Boston
Forty Emmanuel community members participated in this year's Alternative Spring Break program, which sent three different groups to service sites around the country during the week of March 9th. Full Story »
- 03/20/08
Strong Season Earns Men's Basketball an ECAC Tourney Bid
Accepting the program's second-ever invitation to the Eastern Collegiate Athletic Conference tournament, Emmanuel was upset by seventh-seeded Western Connecticut State University on March 5th, 91-66. Full Story »
- 03/10/08
Wyant Lecture Series
Media personality and journalist Christopher Lydon will offer his perspective on "Will We Be Better in the New Media World?" on March 27th at Emmanuel College as part of the Wyant Lecture Series. Full Story »
- 03/08/08
Poetry Reading, Discussion with Tino Villanueva Held at Emmanuel
A poetry reading featuring Tino Villanueva was held on Tuesday, March 4th in the Janet M. Daley Library Lecture Hall. Full Story »
- 03/06/08
Commencement and Baccalaureate Information
Information for Commencement Week has been released, culminating with the awarding of degrees on Saturday, May 10, 2008. Full Story »
- 03/04/08
Student’s Illustrations Featured in Fr. Leclerc’s Recent Book
After seeing some of his work in class, Associate Professor of Religious Studies Fr. Thomas Leclerc, M.S. asked Spencer Linick ’08 to work on some illustrations for his book, Introduction to Prophets: Their Stories, Sayings and Scrolls. Full Story »
- 02/22/08
Dr. Herlihy Presents First of Series of Lectures on World Travels
Dr. Patricia Herlihy, the Louise Doherty Wyant Professor, presented the first of five lectures relating to her recent whirlwind trip around the world. Full Story »
- 02/15/08
Emmanuel Hosts Boston Catholic Ethnic Diversity Symposium
As part of the Archdiocese of Boston’s Bicentennial celebration, Emmanuel sponsored the Boston Catholic Ethnic Diversity Symposium: The New Pentecost, on Saturday, February 9th. The event was a daylong convention focusing on the racial and ethnic diversity within the Archdiocese. Full Story »
- 02/14/08
Emmanuel Celebrates 16th Founders' Day
Sr. Katherine "Sissy" Corr, SND, Executive Director of Notre Dame Mission Volunteers - Americorps, was the featured speaker at Emmanuel College's Founders' Day. Full Story »
- 01/30/08
Ayo Speaks at "Through the Wire" Lecture Series
Speaker damali ayo visited Emmanuel College to give a lecture entitled "I Can Fix It!: Racism." The talk was part of Emmanuel's "Through the Wire" Lecture Series. Full Story »
- 01/23/08
Emmanuel Celebrates “Civility Week”
From January 23rd- 29th, the Office of Student Activities and Multicultural Programs will be sponsoring “Civility Week,” which will feature programming designed to promote and encourage the concept of civility among all members of the Emmanuel College community. Full Story »
- 01/22/08
Emmanuel to Host Boston Catholic Ethnic Diversity Symposium
As part of the Archdiocese of Boston’s Bicentennial celebration, Emmanuel will be sponsoring the Boston Catholic Ethnic Diversity Symposium: The New Pentecost, on Saturday, February 9th. The event will be a daylong convention featuring three panel discussions, a keynote address and a multicultural Liturgy focusing on the racial and ethnic diversity within the Archdiocese. Full Story »
- 01/16/08
Academic Science Center, Opening in 2009
The new four-floor, 47,500 square-foot Center, which will be located in the area adjacent to the College's historic Administration Building, will advance Emmanuel's educational mission. Full Story »
- 01/16/08
Great Ball by the Great Wall - Boston Globe Article
Andy Yosinoff and the Emmanuel women's basketball team stared at their opponent in a packed gym filled with 1,500 eager fans in Guangzhou, China. They knew they were playing the Jinli company-sponsored all-star team. But nobody told them the Jinli team was a men's team. Full Story »
- 01/14/08
Schnauber Brings Breadth of Experience to Performance Arts Dept.
You could say that when it comes to music, Assistant Professor of Performance Arts Thomas Schnauber can do it all. Full Story »
- 01/11/08
Yosinoff Named "Heights Award" Recipient
Emmanuel head women's basketball coach Andy Yosinoff received a "Heights Award" on January 10th at Boston College's Conte Forum. The award recognizes individuals in the Boston community who have exhibited a long-term commitment and dedication to the growth of women's athletics. Full Story »
- 01/03/08
Saints Tie Jinli All Stars, Bid Farewell to China
The Emmanuel College women's basketball team tied the Jinli All Stars during their final exhibition game in China. Full Story »
- 01/02/08
Emmanuel, Beijing Sports University Tie 76-76
The Emmanuel College Saints and Beijing Sports University's match-up results in an unprecedented tie. Full Story »
- 01/01/08
Saints Ring in New Year in China
The Emmanuel College women's basketball team celebrated the start of 2008 in the gardens of the imperial Summer Palace. Full Story »
- 12/31/07
Women's Basketball Takes on Beijing University
The Emmanuel College women's basketball team toured the Temple of Heaven before playing Beijing University in an exhibition game. Full Story »
- 12/30/07
Women's Basketball Climbs the Great Wall of China
The Emmanuel College women's basketball team climbed the Great Wall of China through icy, winter winds. Full Story »
- 12/29/07
The Saints Tour Forbidden City
After a morning practice at the Guangcai Sports Center, the Emmanuel College women's basketball team tours the Forbidden City and Tiananmen Square. Full Story »
- 12/28/07
Women's Basketball Arrives in China
After a 14-hour flight, the Emmanuel College women's basketball team has arrived in Beijing to play in exhibition games and to experience the culture of China. Full Story »
- 12/17/07
Women's Basketball to Visit China Over Winter Recess
The Emmanuel College women's basketball team will travel to Beijing over winter break to participate in exhibition games against a number of China's top universities. Stay tuned for daily recaps! Full Story »
- 12/01/07
"College Finds Its Angel" - Boston Globe article
Emmanuel College featured in the Boston Globe Full Story »
- 11/30/07
Students Provide Computer Aid to Senior Citizens
Through a partnership with Saint Katharine Drexel Parish in Roxbury, Sister Karen Hokanson, SND and students from her "Courses in Society: Global Connections" class provide assistance to the parish's Cyber Cafe Program, an Internet and computer education program for senior citizens. Full Story »
- 11/29/07
Campus Transformation Makes Great Strides During Fall Semester
As the fall 2007 semester draws to a close, so too do a number of significant phases in the College's transformation and construction endeavors. Full Story »
- 11/29/07
BSN Program's Darcy Proving It Is Never Too Late to Get Degree
With more than 40 years experience as a nurse, Kathy Darcy chose just last year to enroll in Emmanuel College's accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program. Full Story »
- 11/27/07
Pulitzer Prize Winner Shadid Speaks at the College
Anthony Shadid, winner of the 2004 Pulitzer Prize for international reporting, was a special guest speaker at the College on November 14th. Full Story »
- 11/21/07
Students Celebrate World Series Championship as Part of Sox' Family
Mary Sheehan '09 had a view of this year's Boston Red Sox' World Series celebration rally that could not have been much better: She was part of the parade. Full Story »
- 11/15/07
Student-Athletes Attend NCAA Leadership Conference in Boston
Emmanuel participated in its first-ever NCAA Division III Student-Athlete Leadership Conference last month, sending three student-athlete representatives to the Boston convention during the weekend of October 19th. Full Story »
- 11/10/07
Women's Soccer Heads to NCAA Division III Tournament
The women's soccer team's remarkable season came to a close Saturday, November 10th with a 3-1 loss to Tufts University in the opening round of the 2007 NCAA Division III tournament. Full Story »
- 11/02/07
Pulitzer Prize-Winning Author Wood Speaks at Wyant Lecture Series
Gordon Wood, Alva O. Way University Professor and Professor of History at Brown University, brought his knowledge of the Founding Fathers to the most recent installment of the Wyant Lecture Series on November 1st. Full Story »
- 10/18/07
Management Degree Just One of Many New Endeavors for Jay Forst
Over the last two years, Jay Forst's schedule has been packed with life-altering transitions. Full Story »
- 10/12/07
Dorr Speaks at Sr. Marie Augusta Neal, SND Lecture
Donal Dorr, an Irish missionary priest and former consultant to the Pontifical Commission on Justice and Peace, spoke at Emmanuel on October 4th. Full Story »
- 10/12/07
At Howard Johnson's at Fenway Park, Sox Action Just Part of Life
As it turns out, cleaning service isn't the only perk of living at Howard Johnson's at Fenway Park. Full Story »
- 10/10/07
O'Neill Sisters Bring A Sense of Family to Saints' Volleyball Team
Stephanie O'Neill '10 knew she wanted to play volleyball in college. Full Story »
- 10/06/07
Katherine Jansen Discussion on Magdalen to Wyant Lecture Series
Professor, author and historian Katherine Jansen brings light to myths surrounding saint Full Story »
- 10/05/07
Topic: Racism and the Culture of Denial
Prominent anti-racism activist Tim Wise was guest speaker for this month's Through the Wire lecture series. Full Story »
- 10/01/07
Recycling Efforts Expanded; Bins Added to Every Classroom
Student Government Association (SGA) President Adam Smith '08 and crew have worked with members of the College's faculty and staff to improve Emmanuel's recycling efforts throughout campus. Full Story »
- 09/27/07
Emmanuel Officially Breaks Ground on New Academic Science Center
Mayor Thomas M. Menino, City Councilor Michael Ross and State Representative Jeffrey Sanchez joined Emmanuel College at the breaking of ground for the new Academic Science Center. Full Story »
- 09/27/07
Release: Emmanuel Breaks Ground on New Academic Science Center
Emmanuel College officially broke ground on the new Academic Science Center on Thursday, September 27th. Full Story »
- 09/25/07
Laham Brings Strong Mix of Knowledge, Experience to Saints
During his time as an assistant athletic trainer/instructor at the University of Massachusetts-Amherst, Ron Laham experienced something truly special. Full Story »
- 09/17/07
Emmanuel Celebrates Start of Academic Year with Convocation
The Emmanuel College community convened in the Jean Yawkey Center gymnasium on September 13th to celebrate the start of the College's 89th academic year with its annual Academic Convocation. Full Story »
- 09/14/07
After Program-Best Record in '06, Men's Soccer Seeks Next Step
With their top goal scorers suiting up again this fall, the outlook for the Saints appears positive for the 2007 season. Full Story »
- 09/13/07
College Opens Academic Year with Convocation
Derrick Bell Provides Convocation Address Full Story »
- 09/12/07
Women's Volleyball Begins Quest for Conference Title Four-peat
The women's volleyball team is once again looking to reach the summit of the GNAC conference. Full Story »
- 09/12/07
For Dean Marley, Collaboration Key
As the newly-appointed Dean of Graduate and Professional Programs at Emmanuel, Dr. Judith Cox Marley views her position as one that involves building bridges. Full Story »
- 09/11/07
Emmanuel Remembers 9/11
Students and staff pay tribute to 9/11 anniversary with campus display Full Story »
- 09/10/07
Emmanuel Launches New Website for Start of Academic Year
After nearly two years of planning, development and production, the new Emmanuel College Website was launched in the beginning of September. Full Story »
- 09/09/07
Saints Lineup for '07 Features Offense Firepower
After a successful 2006 campaign in which the women's soccer team earned the second seed in the GNAC tournament, its highest seed in program history, the Saints return to the field this fall armed with a strong mix of experience and youth. Full Story »
- 09/07/07
Returning Veterans Key to Tennis Team's Success
The Saints will be setting the bar very high this season, with their sights focused on matching last year's 14-3 record. Full Story »
- 09/06/07
XC Looks to Make Strides
The men's and women's cross country teams look to make great strides this fall as they return a number of key runners from last season. Full Story »
- 09/05/07
Derrick Bell to Provide Convocation Address
Derrick Bell, one of the most highly respected constitutional law professors in America, will be the guest speaker at Emmanuel College's Academic Convocation which will be held on September 13th. Full Story »
- 09/04/07
Students Turn Out in Record-Setting Fashion for Annual Service Day
During Emmanuel's 12th Annual Day of Service for first-year students on September 4th, 405 members of the Emmanuel community volunteered their time to Greater Boston area non-profit organizations, marking the largest turnout in the event's history. Full Story »
- 09/04/07
Annual Day of Service
Students provide nearly 1600 hours of service to local community Full Story »
- 09/02/07
Exciting Changes Around Campus as the School Year Begins
The turning of the calendar to September marks new beginnings for colleges and universities all across the country. Full Story »
- 09/02/07
Move-in Weekend
New and returning students made their way to campus for the start of the school year Full Story »
- 08/04/07
Dean of Students Dr. Onofrietti Receives Mentorship Award
Emmanuel College's Dean of Students Dr. Joe Onofrietti was honored by Massachusetts College Personnel Association (MCPA) in early May as one of two recipients of the 2007 Pillar of Mentorship Award, which pays tribute to individuals who have made lifetime commitments to the field of higher education. Full Story »
- 08/03/07
Demolition of St. James Hall Makes Way for New Academic Science Center
Emmanuel's St. James Hall, an addition added to the east wing of the Administration Building in 1958, was demolished in July in preparation for the construction of the College's new Academic Science Center. Full Story »
- 07/02/07
Suggested Alumni Reading from Emmanuel Faculty
If you have the time, we have the titles! Full Story »
- 05/25/07
Center for Mission and Spirituality Welcomes Sr. Catherine Patten
The Center for Mission and Spirituality welcomed Sister Catherine Patten, R.S.H.M., Coordinator of the Catholic Common Ground Initiative at the National Pastoral Life Center in New York City, to campus on Wednesday, April 11th. Full Story »
- 05/12/07
Emmanuel College Holds 85th Commencement Ceremony
More than 540 degrees were awarded to graduates on Saturday, May 12th when members of the Emmanuel College community came together to celebrate the achievements of the Class of 2007 during the College's 85th Commencement ceremony. Full Story »
- 05/02/07
Emmanuel's "Company" held for consideration by Kennedy Center Theatre Festival
Emmanuel College’s Performing Arts Department and the Theatre Guild have been held for consideration by the Kennedy Center American College Theatre Festival. Full Story »
- 05/02/07
Emmanuel Staff and Faculty Complete 11-Week GETfit Challenge
On April 15th the College’s staff and faculty wrapped up the inaugural GETfit Emmanuel program. Full Story »
- 05/01/07
Weather Woes Strike, But Emmanuel Softball Team Stays Positive
The unpredictable weather of New England has a habit of wreaking havoc on sports teams, especially in the spring. Full Story »
- 05/01/07
The Emmanuel Connection
While sophomore Alyssa Hinam was helping out at the student session at the Society of St. Vincent de Paul in Phoenix, AZ, as part of the Alternative Spring Break program last month, something about her caught the attention of one of the little boys in the program. Full Story »
- 05/01/07
Class of 2007 Candidates for Distinction in the Field Present Work
The presentations, which began April 23rd and will continue through May 12th, feature in-depth projects and discussions by students from wideranging disciplines. This marks the second year the College has held a forum for the presentations. Full Story »
- 05/01/07
Students to Travel to South Africa in May for Mission Project
Five Emmanuel students will travel to South Africa from May 22nd to June 6th to participate in service work related to the United Nation’s Millennium Development Goals Full Story »
- 05/01/07
Student Travels to Mexico to Participate in Medical Mission Trip
Carolyn Ferrick ’08 has long known that after graduating from Emmanuel she wants to pursue a career in dentistry. Full Story »
- 05/01/07
Key Performances Earn Athletes Spots in N.E. DIII Championships
With a number of meets having been washed out, the Emmanuel College outdoor track and field team is making the most out of every event it has left on its schedule. Full Story »
- 05/01/07
Graphics Class Participates in American Poster Institute Contest
Recently, members of Assistant Professor of Art Chris Jackson’s Graphic Design class participated in the American Poster Institute’s “Flatstock Poster Show Series” Student Contest, a national showcase highlighting some of the nation’s top poster artists. Full Story »
- 05/01/07
Dr. Phebe Marr Brings Discussion on Iraq to Emmanuel College
The College welcomed Dr. Phebe Marr to campus on Wednesday, April 18th. Full Story »
- 05/01/07
Reception Honors Benefactors
Emmanuel students and staff joined together on April 2nd to recognize the generosity of alumni, trustees and friends of the College who have established scholarship funds. Full Story »
- 05/01/07
Commencement Information 2007
Rehearsal for Commencement Day Exercises will be held at 5:30 p.m. in the Gymnasium of the Jean Yawkey Center. Full Story »
- 05/01/07
Boston Globe Writer and Author James Carroll Visits Campus
Boston Globe writer and author James Carroll spoke at Emmanuel on March 26th in the Janet M. Daley Library Lecture Hall. Full Story »
- 04/30/07
Outgoing Class Leaves Final Mark with Senior Service Day Project
When 2007 Class President Holly Rosa and the senior board members got together in the fall to talk about their approach to the 2006-2007 academic year, one topic they discussed was how to bring their four-year experience at Emmanuel College full circle. Full Story »
- 04/30/07
After 16 Years with Emmanuel, Usovicz Still Enthusiastic About ECAP
There was something about teaching in the Emmanuel College Advancement Program (ECAP) that just agreed with Adjunct Professor Mary Usovicz and her teaching style. Full Story »
- 04/30/07
Victoria Reggie Kennedy Addresses Gun Violence in Wake of Virginia Tech
Victoria Reggie Kennedy, attorney, author and wife of U.S. Senator Edward M. Kennedy, came to Emmanuel on April 30th to address "Gun Violence in the Wake of Virginia Tech." Kennedy spoke to a crowd of students, faculty and staff in the Janet M. Daley Library Lecture Hall. Full Story »