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Meredith College to Hold Presidential Inauguration on March 22

Meredith College will formally install Jo Allen as its eighth president on Thursday, March 22, 2012, at 10 a.m. The ceremony will be held at Raleigh Memorial Auditorium.

 

Allen’s installation holds special significance for Meredith College. A member of the Class of 1980, she is the first alumna to serve as Meredith’s president.

 

The theme of Allen’s inauguration is "Remembering Our Roots, Extending Our Reach," which celebrates Meredith’s 121-year history in Raleigh, N.C., and the College’s current status as one of the largest women’s colleges in the United States.

 

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2012 Faculty Distinguished Lecture Features Local Food, Film Premiere

Bill LandisAssociate Professor of Nutrition, Health and Human Performance Bill Landis presented the 2012 Faculty Distinguished Lecture on March 13, 2012.

 

His lecture, titled “FROM ONE SEED:  a Journey from Farm, to Plate, to You,” focused on local food, and featured the premiere of his original short film, “Seed.” Using on-location footage and featuring interviews with growers, scientists, Meredith students, and ....more

Meredith Chef Earns Prestigious Pro Chef Certification From Culinary Institute Of America

ARAMARK/Meredith College Dining Chef Michelle Boyle has earned the prestigious ProChef Certification from The Culinary Institute of America (CIA), the world’s premier culinary college. more


Panel Discussion on Amendment 1 & Same Sex Marriage in NC

The Center for Women, Ethics and Public Life at Meredith College will host a panel discussion titled Amendment 1: Religious and Political Dimensions of Same Sex Marriage in North Carolina. more

Graphic Design Major's Image Selected for NCMA Billboard

Cindy Kohnen, a senior in graphic design at Meredith, with minors in photography and studio art, is one of three college student artists ... more


Meredith Dance Chosen for National NCDF Gala

Dancers from Meredith College attended the American College Dance Festival .... more

Thank You to Faculty/Staff Donors

Thank you to our faculty and staff donors who have made a gift to Meredith College from July 1, 2011, through March 9, 2012. Your personal commitment to Meredith is seen through your hard work and dedication, as well as your participation in the Faculty and Staff Giving Initiative. more

Faculty/Staff Accomplishments

In this issue, we celebrate the accomplishments of members of Meredith's faculty and staff, from departments including dance, history, marketing and the Meredith Autism Program. more

 

 

Upcoming Events

Learn about upcoming events including Stillwater Theatre's spring production, lectures, exhibits and more

 

News Briefs

· Meredith’s Teaching Alumnae Among Top 50 Nationally
· Office of Admissions Hosts Visitation Day
· Leadership Conference Connects Students to Meredith

· Good-Better-Best Sports Camp June 18 –22