Saint Xavier University's William J. Kresse recently appeared on an episode of "Inside Justice" on WYCC-TV 20. Kresse is an associate professor at the Graham School of Management and director of the Saint Xavier University Center for the Study of Fraud and Corruption. He discussed elder abuse with host Ken Wright, president of the Chicago Bar Association.
Friday, September 4, 2009
Thursday, September 3, 2009
Martin Yan of Yan Can Cook to visit SXU
Famous chef and cooking show host to perform exhibition, available for media interviews
Chicago (Sept. 3, 2009) Famed chef and national television personality Martin Yan will perform a cooking demonstration at 11 a.m. Tuesday, Sept. 8 at Saint Xavier University’s Chicago campus, 3700 W. 103rd St.
Yan will perform a knife work exhibition in the SXU Diner, located in the Warde Academic Center. The event is open to the public.
The Diner’s Wild Greens station will be transformed to a Yan Can Cook station for the day, serving new made-to-order Yan noodle and rice bowls. The bowls, inspired by Yan’s cuisine, will be available each Wednesday at Wild Greens.
In addition to hosting the award-winning PBS cooking show Yan Can Cook since 1982, Yan has authored more than two dozen cookbooks and appeared as a guest judge on Iron Chef America.
“We are extremely excited to have a renowned chef like Mr. Yan demonstrate his skills at Saint Xavier,” said Director of Dining Services Joe Vetter.
Yan is available for media opportunities from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. on campus. Journalists interested in interviewing Yan should contact Jay Foot, executive director of media relations, at (773) 298-3927 or foot@sxu.edu.
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FOR MORE INFORMATION
Jay Foot
Executive Director of Media Relations
(773) 298-3937 or foot@sxu.edu
Chicago (Sept. 3, 2009) Famed chef and national television personality Martin Yan will perform a cooking demonstration at 11 a.m. Tuesday, Sept. 8 at Saint Xavier University’s Chicago campus, 3700 W. 103rd St.Yan will perform a knife work exhibition in the SXU Diner, located in the Warde Academic Center. The event is open to the public.
The Diner’s Wild Greens station will be transformed to a Yan Can Cook station for the day, serving new made-to-order Yan noodle and rice bowls. The bowls, inspired by Yan’s cuisine, will be available each Wednesday at Wild Greens.
In addition to hosting the award-winning PBS cooking show Yan Can Cook since 1982, Yan has authored more than two dozen cookbooks and appeared as a guest judge on Iron Chef America.
“We are extremely excited to have a renowned chef like Mr. Yan demonstrate his skills at Saint Xavier,” said Director of Dining Services Joe Vetter.
Yan is available for media opportunities from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. on campus. Journalists interested in interviewing Yan should contact Jay Foot, executive director of media relations, at (773) 298-3927 or foot@sxu.edu.
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FOR MORE INFORMATION
Jay Foot
Executive Director of Media Relations
(773) 298-3937 or foot@sxu.edu
Tuesday, September 1, 2009
Limited seating available for former U.N. Secretary-General Kofi Annan’s lecture at SXU
Annan to present “The Five Rules of International Diplomacy” at Sept. 17 lecture
Chicago (Sept. 1, 2009) Tickets are still available to see Former United Nations Secretary-General Kofi Annan, the fourth speaker in the highly successful SXU Voices & Visions Speaker Series at Saint Xavier University in Chicago. Annan will speak at 7 p.m. on Thursday, Sept. 17.
Annan will present “The Five Rules of International Diplomacy,” a call for multilateralism and a renewed faith in a global approach to tackling the world’s problems.
General admission tickets are $20, plus service charge. A limited number of $200 priority tickets are available, which include priority seating and admission to an exclusive post-lecture wine and cheese reception with Annan. To purchase tickets, visit www.sxu.edu, keyword: voices, or call (866) 468-3401.
Saint Xavier students, faculty and staff may attend for free but must reserve a ticket online. A valid Cougar Card must be presented the night of the lecture with the ticket.
Prior to his lecture, Annan will conduct a special classroom discussion with Saint Xavier students.
“We are very pleased that Former Secretary-General Annan continues our tradition of bringing the best of international figures to the Chicago area,” said Robert Tenczar, vice president for University Relations. “Mr. Annan is an ideal interpreter for our times and will undoubtedly provide a uniquely informed perspective as America works with other countries to meet the world’s challenges.”
Annan served as United Nations Secretary-General from 1997 to 2006. During his tenure, he made his mark as an advocate for human rights, the rule of law and the revitalization of the United Nations. He has been a key figure in the fight against HIV/AIDS and a leader of the multilateral response to the global terrorist threat.
When elected to the Secretary-Generalship in 1997, Annan became the first Secretary-General to come directly from the United Nations staff, and the first from a black African nation to hold the position.
As Secretary-General, Annan worked to bolster the United Nation’s relationship with businesses and civil society groups, sponsoring a Global Compact initiative to promote corporate social responsibility. He was instrumental in laying out the Millennium Development Goals, a strategy to meet the needs of the world’s poorest by 2015. In 2005, Annan succeeded in persuading the United Nations to establish the Peacebuilding Commission and the Human Rights Council, new intergovernmental bodies dedicated to global peace and welfare. Annan was also a chief proponent of the creation of the Global Fund to fight AIDS, Tuberculosis and Malaria. On Dec. 10, 2001, Annan and the United Nations received the Nobel Peace Prize.
Since leaving the United Nations, Annan has continued to press for better policies to meet the needs of the poorest and most vulnerable, particularly in Africa. He has also continued to use his experience to mediate and resolve conflict. In Kenya in early 2008, Annan led the AU Panel of Eminent African Personalities to help find a peaceful resolution to the post-election violence.
The event is sponsored by the Office for University Relations and in part by the Student Government Association.
For more information about the event, please contact the Office of Special Events at (773) 298-3311 or specialevents@sxu.edu, or visit www.sxu.edu, Keyword: voices.
Reporters interested in covering Annan’s lecture or taking advantage of a special media opportunity the day of the lecture should contact Executive Director of Media Relations Jay Foot at (773) 298-3937.
-SXU-
FOR MORE INFORMATION
Jay Foot
Executive Director of Media Relations
(773) 298-3937 or foot@sxu.edu
Chicago (Sept. 1, 2009) Tickets are still available to see Former United Nations Secretary-General Kofi Annan, the fourth speaker in the highly successful SXU Voices & Visions Speaker Series at Saint Xavier University in Chicago. Annan will speak at 7 p.m. on Thursday, Sept. 17.
Annan will present “The Five Rules of International Diplomacy,” a call for multilateralism and a renewed faith in a global approach to tackling the world’s problems.
General admission tickets are $20, plus service charge. A limited number of $200 priority tickets are available, which include priority seating and admission to an exclusive post-lecture wine and cheese reception with Annan. To purchase tickets, visit www.sxu.edu, keyword: voices, or call (866) 468-3401.
Saint Xavier students, faculty and staff may attend for free but must reserve a ticket online. A valid Cougar Card must be presented the night of the lecture with the ticket.
Prior to his lecture, Annan will conduct a special classroom discussion with Saint Xavier students.
“We are very pleased that Former Secretary-General Annan continues our tradition of bringing the best of international figures to the Chicago area,” said Robert Tenczar, vice president for University Relations. “Mr. Annan is an ideal interpreter for our times and will undoubtedly provide a uniquely informed perspective as America works with other countries to meet the world’s challenges.”
Annan served as United Nations Secretary-General from 1997 to 2006. During his tenure, he made his mark as an advocate for human rights, the rule of law and the revitalization of the United Nations. He has been a key figure in the fight against HIV/AIDS and a leader of the multilateral response to the global terrorist threat.
When elected to the Secretary-Generalship in 1997, Annan became the first Secretary-General to come directly from the United Nations staff, and the first from a black African nation to hold the position.
As Secretary-General, Annan worked to bolster the United Nation’s relationship with businesses and civil society groups, sponsoring a Global Compact initiative to promote corporate social responsibility. He was instrumental in laying out the Millennium Development Goals, a strategy to meet the needs of the world’s poorest by 2015. In 2005, Annan succeeded in persuading the United Nations to establish the Peacebuilding Commission and the Human Rights Council, new intergovernmental bodies dedicated to global peace and welfare. Annan was also a chief proponent of the creation of the Global Fund to fight AIDS, Tuberculosis and Malaria. On Dec. 10, 2001, Annan and the United Nations received the Nobel Peace Prize.
Since leaving the United Nations, Annan has continued to press for better policies to meet the needs of the poorest and most vulnerable, particularly in Africa. He has also continued to use his experience to mediate and resolve conflict. In Kenya in early 2008, Annan led the AU Panel of Eminent African Personalities to help find a peaceful resolution to the post-election violence.
The event is sponsored by the Office for University Relations and in part by the Student Government Association.
For more information about the event, please contact the Office of Special Events at (773) 298-3311 or specialevents@sxu.edu, or visit www.sxu.edu, Keyword: voices.
Reporters interested in covering Annan’s lecture or taking advantage of a special media opportunity the day of the lecture should contact Executive Director of Media Relations Jay Foot at (773) 298-3937.
-SXU-
FOR MORE INFORMATION
Jay Foot
Executive Director of Media Relations
(773) 298-3937 or foot@sxu.edu
Wednesday, August 26, 2009
Annual Cougar 5K Run/Walk kicks off Homecoming weekend
Homecoming football game against Quincy University (IL)
Chicago (Aug. 26, 2009) Help kick off Saint Xavier University’s Homecoming weekend with the 9th annual Cougar 5K Run/Walk at 9 a.m. on Saturday, Sept. 26.
The race begins and ends at Saint Xavier’s Chicago campus, 3700 W. 103rd St., and travels through the heart of Evergreen Park. All participants receive a long-sleeved T-shirt and a free ticket upon request to the homecoming football game against Quincy University (IL).
Please click here to register online.
Individual registration fees are $20 for runners/walkers and $15 for Saint Xavier students, with a $2.50 discount for all current Chicago Area Runners Association members. Day-of-race registration costs $25 for the general public and $20 for University students, and will be held from 7: 30 a.m. to 8: 30 a.m. at Saint Xavier’s Shannon Center. Purchase a pair of running or walking shoes at Running for Kicks from August 1 to September 23 and receive $10 off the registration fee. For more information, call Running for Kicks at (708) 448-9200.
More than 1,000 participants are expected at this year’s Cougar 5k, said Jennifer Kjos Quinlan, Shannon Center Facility Manager.
“Since the inaugural race in 2001, this event has not only been a part of Saint Xavier’s Homecoming Weekend but also become a community tradition,” Kjos Quinlan said.
Complimentary refreshments, including bagels, muffins, fruit, cookies, coffee and water, and free services such as chair massages, blood pressure checks and stretching will be available for all participants. After the race, participants may show their race bibs to enjoy a discounted brunch from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Gilhooley's Grande Saloon for only $5.95 per person.
Cougar 5k sponsors include Gilhooley's Grande Saloon, Gallagher Investment Services, Jimmy Johns, Core Fitness and Physical Therapy, Go Promotions, Greenwood Chiropractic, OccuSport, Running for Kicks, Chartwells Dining Services, Aquafina, Saint Xavier Alumni and Parent Relations, Village of Evergreen Park, SouthtownStar, Southwest Observer, The Mix 101.9FM, Shannon Center members, Machon and Machon and Pizza Man.
For more information about the Cougar 5k, please visit www.sxu.edu, keyword: athletics or call the race hotline at (773) 298-3592.
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FOR MORE INFORMATION
Jay Foot
Executive Director of Media Relations
(773) 298-3937 or foot@sxu.edu
Monday, August 24, 2009
Saint Xavier University receives new, higher ranking – best in seven years
Among top five private master’s universities in IL
Chicago (Aug. 24, 2009) Saint Xavier University ranks 34 among 146 institutions in U.S. News & World Report’s 2010 ranking of Best Colleges in the Midwest offering undergraduate and master’s degrees.
The annual ranking puts Saint Xavier University in its best position of the past seven years and places it in the top 23 percent of the field. It is among the top five private master’s universities in Illinois. U.S. News bases its rankings on academic reputation, financial resources, graduation and retention, student selectivity, faculty resources, and alumni giving.
Additionally, Saint Xavier placed sixth for racial diversity in the Midwest and moved up to seventh place in terms of economic diversity, which reflects the number of students from low-income families receiving Pell grants.
“I am very pleased to see that we are advancing and continuing to see growth in the rankings, emphasizing what Saint Xavier University stands for which is ‘success with purpose,’” said University President Judith A. Dwyer, Ph.D. “The rankings are further proof of the Saint Xavier community’s commitment to academic excellence and continued growth as a leading comprehensive Catholic university in the greater Midwest.”
Saint Xavier’s overall rank has advanced 12 places since Dwyer became president in October of 2003.
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FOR MORE INFORMATION
Jay Foot
Executive Director of Media Relations
(773) 298-3937or foot@sxu.edu
Chicago (Aug. 24, 2009) Saint Xavier University ranks 34 among 146 institutions in U.S. News & World Report’s 2010 ranking of Best Colleges in the Midwest offering undergraduate and master’s degrees.
The annual ranking puts Saint Xavier University in its best position of the past seven years and places it in the top 23 percent of the field. It is among the top five private master’s universities in Illinois. U.S. News bases its rankings on academic reputation, financial resources, graduation and retention, student selectivity, faculty resources, and alumni giving.
Additionally, Saint Xavier placed sixth for racial diversity in the Midwest and moved up to seventh place in terms of economic diversity, which reflects the number of students from low-income families receiving Pell grants.
“I am very pleased to see that we are advancing and continuing to see growth in the rankings, emphasizing what Saint Xavier University stands for which is ‘success with purpose,’” said University President Judith A. Dwyer, Ph.D. “The rankings are further proof of the Saint Xavier community’s commitment to academic excellence and continued growth as a leading comprehensive Catholic university in the greater Midwest.”
Saint Xavier’s overall rank has advanced 12 places since Dwyer became president in October of 2003.
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FOR MORE INFORMATION
Jay Foot
Executive Director of Media Relations
(773) 298-3937or foot@sxu.edu
Friday, August 21, 2009
SXU welcomes new students with poignant annual induction ceremony
Chicago (Aug. 21, 2009) Saint Xavier University welcomed first-year, transfer and graduate students into the University community at the annual New Student Induction ceremony on Friday, Aug. 21 at the Chicago campus, 3700 W. 103rd St.
The procession traveled across campus and passed under the Saint Xavier’s new 49th Street Gateway Arch, a replica of the one that welcomed people to the University’s historic early 20th century campus at 49th Street and Cottage Grove Avenue. Students received University Seal medallions and University Prayer Books, followed with a reception.
The New Student Induction procession passes under Saint Xavier’s new 49th Street Gateway Arch, a replica of the original 49th Street and Cottage Grove Avenue campus’ archway.
Saint Xavier President Judith A. Dwyer, Ph.D (center) looks on as the University’s new students travel through campus.
Saint Xavier’s First Year Orientation Centered On University Services (FOCUS) group in the New Student Induction procession.
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FOR MORE INFORMATION:
Jay Foot
Executive Director of Media Relations
(773) 298-3937 or foot@sxu.edu
The procession traveled across campus and passed under the Saint Xavier’s new 49th Street Gateway Arch, a replica of the one that welcomed people to the University’s historic early 20th century campus at 49th Street and Cottage Grove Avenue. Students received University Seal medallions and University Prayer Books, followed with a reception.
The New Student Induction procession passes under Saint Xavier’s new 49th Street Gateway Arch, a replica of the original 49th Street and Cottage Grove Avenue campus’ archway.
Saint Xavier President Judith A. Dwyer, Ph.D (center) looks on as the University’s new students travel through campus.
Saint Xavier’s First Year Orientation Centered On University Services (FOCUS) group in the New Student Induction procession.
-SXU-
FOR MORE INFORMATION:
Jay Foot
Executive Director of Media Relations
(773) 298-3937 or foot@sxu.edu
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