Marylhurst Press Releases

Regional Conference for Higher Education Business Educators

Tue, 03 Nov 2009 00:00:00 EST

The International Assembly for Collegiate Business Education (IACBE) will hold its 2009 fall conference at Marylhurst University on Monday, November 9.

Io Palmer — Artstars
Modou Dieng — Black Star

Tue, 20 Oct 2009 00:00:00 EDT

Two new exhibitions will open at The Art Gym on Sunday, November 8 with a gallery talk at 3 p.m. followed by a free public reception for the artists from 4 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. The Art Gym's main space features 12 mixed media sculptures by Washington-based artist Io Palmer. African-born, Portland-based artist Modou Dieng will present a series of collages in The Art Gym's Gallery 2. Both exhibitions continue through December 13. Admission is free.

Marylhurst Welcomes Record Enrollment, Launches New Strategic Plan

Thu, 15 Oct 2009 00:00:00 EDT

More than 1,900 students are attending Marylhurst University this fall, a record for the liberal arts school as it launches an ambitious strategic plan under new president Judith Johansen.

Workshop to Address Innovative Coaching Trends for the Workplace

Fri, 02 Oct 2009 00:00:00 EDT

Rose Milbeck of inviteCHANGE, an international coaching training program, will speak at a professional development workshop exploring innovative coaching trends Friday, October 16, 8:30 a.m. to noon at Marylhurst University. A luncheon hosted by Marylhurst's Alumni Mentor Program will follow. Cost for the workshop is $25 and includes a workbook; the luncheon is free. Registration is required. To register for the workshop call Carol Tatch, 503.699.6271. To RSVP for the luncheon, email mentor@marylhurst.edu.

Networking Breakfast to Address the State of the Economy

Thu, 01 Oct 2009 00:00:00 EDT

Timothy A. Duy, director of the Oregon Economic Forum, will speak about the current state of the economy at Marylhurst University's business networking breakfast Saturday, October 17 at 8 a.m. in Flavia Hall Salon. Cost for the breakfast is $25; breakfast plus afternoon seminar, including box lunch, $75. Registration is required. Contact Kelly Ann Lee at 503.534.4059.

OPB's Emily Harris to Speak about Critical Journalism in a Changing World

Wed, 30 Sep 2009 00:00:00 EDT

Emily Harris, host of OPB's radio program Think Out Loud, will speak about the character and challenges of journalism in a rapidly changing world on Tuesday, October 13, in Flavia Hall Salon at Marylhurst University. Wine and hors d'oeuvres at 6:30 p.m. Presentation at 7 p.m. Sponsored by Marylhurst's Master of Arts in Interdisciplinary Studies program. Free. For information or to RSVP, contact Peggy Suzio at 503.636.8141, ext. 3309.

Graduate Studies Information Meeting at Marylhurst University

Thu, 24 Sep 2009 00:00:00 EDT

Marylhurst University will host a graduate studies information meeting for individuals who want to visit the campus and learn about earning a master's degree on Thursday, October 8 from 7 to 8:30 p.m. in Flavia Hall Salon on the Marylhurst campus. Admission and parking are free. For more information, contact Gretchen Potter at 503.699.3366.

MBA Information Sessions at Marylhurst University

Wed, 02 Sep 2009 00:00:00 EDT

Marylhurst University’s MBA program, the largest in Oregon, will host two information sessions for fall term on September 10 and September 17 at 6:30 p.m. in Marylhurst University's Flavia Salon. Free. For more information, contact Heather Mather at 503.675.3960.

Workshops Responsive to Labor Market Challenges

Tue, 01 Sep 2009 00:00:00 EDT

Three career development workshops will be offered fall term at Marylhurst University from 4:30 p.m. to 6 p.m. Each workshop is $10; Marylhurst students/alumni free. To register, call Marylhurst’s Career Services office at 503.699.6271.

Workshop Helps High School Students Prepare for SAT

Thu, 27 Aug 2009 00:00:00 EDT

High school students who plan to take the SAT this fall will learn strategies for taking tests and reducing test-taking anxiety during a five-day SAT workshop Sundays, September 27 - October 25, 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. at Marylhurst University. Cost is $352 (includes text). To register, contact the Center for Experiential Learning & Assessment at 503.699.6260 or 800.634.9982, ext. 6260.

College Credit for Knowledge Gained Outside the Classroom

Wed, 26 Aug 2009 00:00:00 EDT

Marylhurst University's Prior Learning Assessment (PLA) program is hosting an information session for individuals who want to learn about earning college credit for life and work-based learning in areas such as corporate and on-the-job training, volunteer work, workshops or seminars, community service, home management, military training, travel study and independent research on Tuesday, September 15 at 6:30 p.m. at Marylhurst University, B.P John Administration Building, room 200. Free. For more information contact Lonna Liddell at 503.699.6260.

Pat Boas — Record Record

Wed, 05 Aug 2009 00:00:00 EDT

Pat Boas — Record Record will open at The Art Gym on Sunday, September 13 with a free public reception for the artist from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. Pat Boas — Record Record features drawings, prints, photographs and video by Portland-based artist Pat Boas. The exhibition continues through October 28.

Volunteers Paint Labyrinth at Marylhurst University

Wed, 29 Jul 2009 00:00:00 EDT

Students and community members recently painted an outdoor labyrinth on the Marylhurst University campus in the parking lot below Clark Commons. The painting of the labyrinth on Saturday, July 18 was a community event by a volunteer crew of Marylhurst students, faculty, staff, alumni and Lake Oswego residents. The labyrinth is free and open to the public, seven days a week during campus open hours. Everyone is invited and encouraged to walk it.

Succeeding During a Recession: Seminar Offered

Mon, 22 Jun 2009 00:00:00 EDT

Revised June 24, 2009: Seminar cancelled. Marylhurst University will host an all-day seminar designed for aspiring communications professionals looking to build a career during tumultuous economic times on Saturday, June 27 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. on the Marylhurst campus. Cost is $213; includes lunch. For more information, contact Jeff Sweeney at 503.669.6269.

Oregon Private Colleges Opening Doors Even Wider to Veterans

Fri, 12 Jun 2009 00:00:00 EDT

Congress’s "Post-9/11 Veterans Education Assistance Act" provides for payment of tuition and fees, a housing allowance, and a stipend for books and supplies for eligible veterans who have served on active military duty since September 11, 2001.

Marylhurst University Showcases Record Graduating Class

Wed, 10 Jun 2009 00:00:00 EDT

Nearly 500 students of diverse backgrounds will earn degrees this spring and summer.

Green Means Growth with a New Online MBA in Sustainable Business

Mon, 11 May 2009 00:00:00 EDT

Marylhurst University will expand its graduate program this summer and offer a new online MBA in sustainable business to meet a growing need in one of the few industries that is adding, not cutting jobs, thanks in part to the 2009 federal stimulus bill. Concentrations within the new degree program will address the most pertinent sustainability topics: renewable energy, green development and public policy. Inaugural classes in the new program begin June 22, and enrollment is underway.

Third Annual Irish Language Immersion Day

Tue, 05 May 2009 00:00:00 EDT

An Irish Language Immersion Day—for fluent speakers and absolute beginners—will introduce the delights of the Irish language during courses and workshops at Marylhurst University on Saturday, May 30 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. A $50 fee includes all activities and a box lunch. To register or for more information, go to www.marylhurst.edu/irish.

Interdisciplinary Studies Graduate Information Meeting

Mon, 04 May 2009 00:00:00 EDT

Learn about Marylhurst University’s Master of Arts in Interdisciplinary Studies program, where you can integrate your accomplishments, goals and abiding passions into your graduate degree. Attend a free information meeting on Thursday, May 14 at 7 p.m. on the Marylhurst campus. For more information, contact Debrah Bokowski at 503.636.8141, ext. 3338 or dbokowski@marylhurst.edu.

Marylhurst University Spring MBA Information Sessions

Thu, 30 Apr 2009 00:00:00 EDT

Attend a free MBA information meeting on the Marylhurst campus to learn more about the curriculum, concentrations, admission requirements and financial assistance. Upcoming meetings: May 7, June 4 and June 11 at 6:30 p.m. at Marylhurst University. For more information, contact Heather Mather at 503.675.3960.