Hartford BCBS Lecture
Maureen A. Hartford, Meredith’s first woman president, presented a look at the history and future of women’s education during a public lecture held to commemorate the College’s Founders’ Day.
Hartford, who has more than 30 years of experience in higher education, will retire in June 2011 after 12 years as president of Meredith College.
Hartford noted that “120 years and one day” prior to her lecture, the charter was granted to create what became Meredith College, and that “12 years and one day ago” she had been named Meredith’s seventh president.
The lecture, which was peppered with the perspectives of college presidents and other higher education leaders, offered a look at the history of women’s education in the United States, the role of women’s colleges, current criticism of higher education and student learning outcomes.
Summer Reading Book Announced
The Meredith College community will read “Enrique’s Journey” by Sonia Nazario for the College’s 2011 Summer Reading Program. The author will present a public lecture on campus on Monday, August 29, 2011 at 7 p.m.
From the President’s Desk
This is a very busy time for everyone at Meredith as we race toward Spring Break. I would like to update the community on a few issues. March is still very early in the budget process for us and we have many variables that the budget teams are...
Student Participates from Scotland in Reach the World Program
While studying abroad at Scotland’s University of St. Andrews, Meredith College junior Lauren Casteen is serving as a travel correspondent for a program called Reach...
Meredith Mayhem Competition Generates Meredith Fund Gifts
Meredith College has created a new fundraising effort that hopes to build on the popularity of the NCAA basketball “March Madness” bracket competition and raise money for The Meredith Fund.
Commencement Speaker Announced
Vice Admiral Sally Brice-O'Hara assumed her duties as the Vice Commandant of the United States Coast Guard May 2
Faculty/Staff Accomplishments
In this issue, we celebrate the accomplishments of members of Meredith’s faculty and staff, including faculty in art, theatre and business.
Upcoming Events
Learn more about upcoming events including President Maureen Hartford’s Blue Cross & Blue Shield Presidential Lecture, theatre and music productions, art exhibitions and a Spring Dine and Discover more
News Briefs
• Meredith Begins Teacher Appreciation Receptions more
• Meredith Students Participate in NATS Conference more
• Office of Admissions Hosts Visitation Day more
• "It Matters" Publication Highlights Young Alumnae Success more