Spring/Summer 2018 News from Arcadia University Magazine
A President for the Future
Alumni Focus
Iris Bonner ’07: The alumna whose fashion designs are worn by Mary J. Blige, Pink, Cardi B, and more of music’s most powerful women.
News + Notes
Reading Education Programs Earn International Dyslexia Association Accreditation
Arcadia’s Literacy Studies and Reading Education programs receive accreditation from the Center for Effective Reading Instruction.
Gearhart’s Chamber Choir Wins Grammy
Ensemble scores for Best Choral Performance.
Criminal Justice Team Wins Spirit Award
Team steals the show at intercollegiate debate competition.
Faculty, Staff Recognized at 2018 Years of Service Luncheon
Drs. Chauhan, O’Connor honored for 50 years.
Arcadia Opens Pilot Pantry to Address Food Insecurity
Knights for Nutrition keeps shelves stocked.
Dr. Loury Named Sheroe
Recognized for her “brilliance, grace, and elegance.”
Ambassador to Kenya Encourages International Collaboration
Dr. Kipyego Cheluget explores a joint project between Arcadia, COMESA, and the American Graduate School in Paris.
Students and Dr. Hanson Win Jackson International Fund
Fund supports research and study abroad.
Kimball ’98MSPT Receives Health Sciences’ Alumni Achievement Award
Ultramarathon champion and Physical Therapy graduate Nikki Kimball ’98MSPT receives Archie Vomachka Alumni Achievement Award.
DiFranco ’14MFA Publishes Novel Inspired by Underground Music
Book draws on “lifetime spent in the music world.”
Athletics Sends Cohort to Houston to Help with Rebuilding Efforts
Student-athletes, coaches assist with Hurricane Harvey recovery.
More News From 2018
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