Category Archives: October 2008

TCNJ Magazine: October 2008 Edition

Then and Now: The Pit

Then and Now: The Pit

A look back at the the beloved, yet infamous basement floor in Centennial where just about anything could—and did—happen. Plus, plenty of photos of some memorable Pit moments.Continue Reading

Alumna Does Conflict Resolution Work in Côte d’Ivoire

Alumna Does Conflict Resolution Work in Côte d’Ivoire

Joan Marshall ’03 was in Côte d’Ivoire earlier this year working with the nongovernmental organization Search For Common Ground. She told us what brought her to the Ivory Coast, about the work she did there, and about the challenges the West African nation faces in bouncing back from years of conflict.Continue Reading

Lollanobooza 2008

Lollanobooza 2008

Lollanobooza 2008 brought together thousands of students, faculty, and staff for fun, alcohol-free activities on what is traditionally one of the biggest drinking nights of the week. Watch a video recap of this campus tradition. Continue Reading

Alumni and the Presidential Election

Alumni and the Presidential Election

Two TCNJ alumni have played key roles in this fall’s presidential election. Tricia Mueller ’99 is serving as New Jersey state director for Barack Obama’s campaign, and Mike DelBene ’01 served as an alternate delegate at the Republican National Convention in Minneapolis–St. Paul, MN, in September. Get to know more about these two Lions.Continue Reading

Blind Freshman Refuses to Let Disability Define Her

Blind Freshman Refuses to Let Disability Define Her

Although legally blind all her life, Mary Worthington’s courageous spirit has enabled her to live life on her own terms. Continue Reading

Class of 2012 Video Profiles

Class of 2012 Video Profiles

Meet eight members of TCNJ’s Class of 2012 who have demonstrated entrepreneurial spirit, overcome challenges, and given of themselves for the benefit of others. Continue Reading

Political Science Chair Honored with McGraw-Hill Award for Scholarship and Teaching on Civic Engagement

Political Science Chair Honored with McGraw-Hill Award for Scholarship and Teaching on Civic Engagement

William Ball was honored for his efforts to advance civic engagement through the study of engagement and participation, his new approaches to the scholarship of teaching engagement, and his efforts to raise political awareness, involvement, and participation of undergraduate students.Continue Reading

Former Fashion Designer Finds Fulfillment in the World of Non-Profit Education

Former Fashion Designer Finds Fulfillment in the World of Non-Profit Education

As a fashion designer on Madison Avenue, Pamela Elmi ’91 felt the need to give back to her community. These days, she serves as the director of a non-profit organization that helps educate children from low- to middle-income families. Continue Reading

Athletics Awards

Athletics Awards

Several former Lion athletes and one alumnus coach were honored at a ceremony in early October. Continue Reading

TCNJ Captures 10th CAANJ Directors’ Cup

TCNJ Captures 10th CAANJ Directors’ Cup

TCNJ’s athletic department was named the 2007-08 recipient of the Collegiate Athletic Administrators of New Jersey (CAANJ) Directors’ Cup for Division III. This award is bestowed annually to the top collegiate athletic departments at the different NCAA levels. Continue Reading