September 2011 | North Central College

North Central College remembers faculty member Andy Adams

North Central College was saddened to learn that Andrew Adams, Ph.D., was killed by a train on Sept. 30, 2011.

Oct. 3, 2011—North Central College was saddened to learn that Andrew Adams, Ph.D., was killed by a train on Sept. 30, 2011.

Adams began teaching at North Central in 1970 as an instructor of classics and became a full professor in 1991. His courses included classical mythology, Greek and Roman history and elementary Latin. He was co-editor of a high school-level Latin textbook and for many years wrote two examinations annually for the Illinois State High School Latin Tournament as a member of the Illinois Classical Conference.

Artwork by North Central College student on display during October

North Central College showcases the artwork of senior student-artist Mark Burns during his monthlong exhibit, “Metropolitan Chaos,” Oct. 3-31.

North Central College will showcase the artwork of senior student-artist Mark Burns during a monthlong exhibit, Oct. 3-31.

Titled “Metropolitan Chaos,” the free exhibit will be on display in North Central’s Meiley-Swallow Hall Gallery, 31 S. Ellsworth St., Naperville. Burns will greet visitors during a reception from 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 12. Complimentary refreshments will be served.

North Central College student attends Archaeological Field School, uncovers burial sites

North Central College anthropology major Jessica Pantel spent the summer excavating and researching ancient civilization and burial sites in Peru.

Anthropology major Jessica Pantel ’13 spent six weeks this past summer participating in anthropological research in the Ancash region of the Andes Mountains in Peru.

This week’s top 5 student internships

Check out these new student internship opportunities. To learn more about the top five and more internships, contact Marlene Starzyk, assistant director of Career Development and internship coordinator, at 630-637-5143 or mstarzyk@noctrl.edu, or stop by her office in WAC, room 101.

For all-things North Central, check out two mobile apps

North Central College offers two new mobile apps. Download MOX to connect with latest campus information and Android users can access Cardinal athletics news.

Rizzo to Compete in Pan Am Games

Men's cross country and track & field alumnus Patrick Rizzo '05 selected to represent Team USA in the Pan American Games in Guadalajara, Mexico.

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http://northcentralcardinals.com/news/2011/9/27/MXC_0927114441.aspx

12 academic buildings included in Sept. 27 fire drills

For the fourth consecutive year, the College will conduct fire drills in 12 academic buildings during fall term. These fire drills will take place on Tuesday, Sept. 27, between 2 and 4:30 p.m. No residence halls are included, but will have separate drills during early October.

Here’s the lineup of approximate times and the buildings that will be involved in the Sept. 27 fire drills:

2 p.m. Kroehler Science Center
2:15 p.m. Kiekhofer Hall
2:30 p.m. Carnegie Hall
2:45 p.m. Old Main
3 p.m. Meiley-Swallow Hall

McMahon presents session at ACI Teacher Induction Academy

Mary McMahon, associate professor of mathematics

Mary McMahon, North Central College associate professor of mathematics, gave a presentation for K-12 teachers at the ACI Teacher Induction Academy at Concordia.

Mary McMahon, North Central College associate professor of mathematics and mathematics education coordinator, co-presented “A Reasoning-Based Approach to the Algebra Strand of the Common Core Standards” for K-12 teachers at the Associated Colleges of Illinois Teacher Induction Academy at Concordia University in River Forest on Sept. 23.

Molly Shannon to discuss new children’s book Sept. 28 at North Central College

North Central College hosts Molly Shannon Sept. 28 when Anderson’s Bookshops present the actress discussing “Tilly the Trickster,” her new book.

North Central College will host Molly Shannon Sept. 28 when Anderson’s Bookshops present the actress discussing “Tilly the Trickster,” her new book for young readers.

New faculty/staff and artist receptions Monday, Sept. 26

On Monday, Sept. 26, the offices of International Programs and Leadership, Ethics and Values will hold the annual fall reception for new faculty and staff from 4 to 6 p.m. at the 48 E. Jefferson House (right). All faculty and staff are invited to meet the new members and enjoy refreshments from around the world.