FUSA Holds Student Opinion Event
FUSA Senate held a “SpeakOUT” Event in the BCC on Tuesday afternoon and evening. In an attempt to make themselves more visible and accessible to the students they are elected to represent, they gave students a chance to voice their opinions about different aspects of Fairfield University, including both comments and concerns.
Fairfield Grad Named President of GE in India
John Flannery ‘83 was recently named president and chief executive officer of General Electric in India. As mentioned in a recent article in the Wall Street Journal, he will now be responsible for working to integrate the multinational company’s operations in a variety of departments. Flannery graduated from Fairfield University with a degree in finance and went on to receive his Master’s degree from the University of Pennsylvania.
Professor Inducted Into Academy of Nursing
Dr. Kathleen Wheeler, a professor in Fairfield’s School of Nursing, was inducted into the American Academy of Nursing on Nov. 7. Considered the highest national award that a nursing professional can receive, Wheeler was honored for her participation in a variety of projects from her work over the past 25 years. As a member of the Academy, Wheeler will now have the opportunity to work with other outstanding nursing professionals to discuss and move forward with issues in the nursing world. Three other professors at Fairfield University have received this award over the past years.
Art Scholar to Speak at Walsh Gallery
John T. Spike, an acclaimed Italian Renaissance art scholar, will speak at the Walsh Art Gallery on Nov. 30 as part of the University’s Arts & Minds event series. In addition to being knowledgeable about Renaissance art pieces, Spike is also a known critic of contemporary art and has written many books about the subject. A speaking veteran of numerous famous museums and universities worldwide, Spike will be in the Walsh Gallery in the Quick Center to discuss “Realism: A Recurring Renaissance”.
Alternative Music Series Concert at Quick Center
Kiss Kiss, a New York City indie band who just released their sophomore album, will be performing at the Quick Center on Nov. 30. The four member group mixes alternative rock music with the unexpected twist of an electric violin, creating what they describe as an unpredictable and unusual sound. The opening bands of the concert have yet to be announced. Their performance is part of the Quick Center’s Arts & Mind Series.
Cape Verdean Singer to Perform at Quick Center
Sara Tavares, a newly popular singer from Cape Verde, will be singing at Fairfield University on Nov. 22. She describes her sound on her new album as a blend of styles ranging from different countries and different backgrounds. Tavares has been praised by numerous critics, all citing her unique style and strong new presence in the music world as important factors to her rise in popularity.
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