February 5, 2014

Monthly News Highlights   > MBC to Develop Nursing Program Thanks to sponsorship from Augusta Health, MBC is set to begin development of a bachelor of science in nursing (BSN) degree-completion program that will allow registered nurses at Augusta Health and throughout the region to meet increasingly rigorous educational requirements. MBC plans to have the new RN-to-BSN program up and running in 2015.   Ever Rising The Murphy Deming College of Health Sciences flagship building is nearing completion and administrators are preparing for the first group of physical therapy and occupational therapy students to arrive in June. You can be a part of this vital chapter in Mary Baldwin College’s history by joining the donors who are taking the new school from idea to reality. Read more … In the News Mary Baldwin Cafeteria Aims to be Better — The News Leader (Tracy Hiner ’12) Proposed fracking in national forest meets broad opposition — The Los Angeles Times (Sarah Francisco ’97)   > Four Alums Named to Conference 50th Anniversary Team All-time leading scorer Jessica Carter, all-time leading rebounder Kara Hawkins, Sabrina Desper, and Denise Johnson received the basketball honor.     > A New Approach to Wellness Building on a fall 2013 faculty and staff health assessment, the initiative involves more engagement than previous programs, gives participants more ownership of their overall health, and creates a culture of support.     > Russian Cellist Shares Music, Culture As the very first artist-in-residence with the Heifetz International Music Institute, Dmitry Volkov is making an impression on campus and around the community.     > VWIL Marches in Gov’s Parade MBC’s Corps of Cadets marched January 11 in Governor Terry McAuliffe’s inaugural parade.     > With Sympathy The MBC community extends its deepest sympathy to MBC’s beloved Dean Emeritus Dr. James D. Lott, whose wife, Pam Lott, passed away in early December. "Pam was a warm, thoughtful, gracious, outgoing, spirited, and fun-loving presence in the MBC community from the day she and Jim moved to Staunton in 1964. She had a knack for making everyone feel appreciated and befriended. All of us who had the good fortune to know her will miss her," said MBC President Pamela Fox.     MBC Connect   > Join the Crowd Share updates and connect instantly with classmates at the newly launched Class Acts Forum. Log on today to see who has a new baby, a new job, or other exciting news to report.   > Give to the Baldwin Fund Every dollar makes a difference in the college’s annual fundraising effort. From financial aid to educational resources and technology, the Baldwin Fund supports student success.   You may unsubscribe at any time by responding to this e-mail with 'unsubscribe' in the subject line.