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March 2006,
Alumni Spotlight: Marilyn O’Neill, ’74 Premont and Fleck Find New Purpose
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MA in Teaching Joins New Academic Offerings for Fall
Classrooms of the 21st century call for teachers who can lead the transformative social change that schools will find increasingly essential. That's the thinking behind the new MA in Teaching from the School of Education. Launching in Fall 2006, the program lets students select an emphasis in Teacher Leadership, Sports Management, Administration, Conflict Resolution, or Interdisciplinary Liberal Arts. The program also offers an initial teacher certification track for individuals looking to change careers. “Schools need professionals who can analyze test data, design curriculum, and coach other teachers on how to change instruction techniques to enhance student achievement,” says Karen Jenlink, dean of the School of Education. “The degree is designed to prepare teachers today for the schools of tomorrow.” The degree joins three other new academic offerings starting this fall. Students pursuing an MS in Project Management through the School of Management and Business will explore all aspects of the one field that spans every major industry — from engineering and software development to government and utilities, and from consulting and nonprofit organizations to entertainment and manufacturing. The program is designed to equip managers of the present and the future with the tools they'll need to conclude projects on budget and on time. The School of Management and Business also will launch an undergraduate degree in Digital Media Management. In Fall 2005, the School of Behavioral and Social Sciences added a major and minor in Forensic Science. In the meantime, check out the latest on the web from the Office of Alumni & Parent Programs.
Alumni Spotlight: Marilyn O'Neill, ’74, Helps Students REAP Benefits
Homecoming 2006
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Marilyn O'Neill, ’74, has seen poverty and hunger firsthand. The experience convinced her that higher education could help solve such problems. When she returned to Texas in 2002, the former political science major redoubled her commitment to the mission of St. Edward's. 
Several lifetimes of memories flooded the hilltop for the three days of Homecoming 2006 in February. Alumni gathered for tailgating and a basketball doubleheader, the MBA Alumni Awards Luncheon, Athletics Hall of Fame Induction and a conversation with Brother Stephen Walsh, CSC, '62. 