| |  | | SHU MULTIMEDIA - VIDEOS SHU Students Visit the CT CapitolPolitical Science students from Sacred Heart University visited the State Capitol in Hartford on October 5, 2011, to present Governor Dannel Malloy, as well as various Senators and State House Representatives, with special pocket-size copies of the US and CT Constitutions, recently published by Sacred Heart University Press in honor of Constitution Day. Remembering 9/11 Candlelight ServiceIn observance of the 10th anniversary of the 9/11 terrorist attacks, the SHU community gathered for a candlelight vigil and mass at the Chapel of the Holy Spirit. A crowd of 500 or more formed a candlelit circle around the quad, offering prayers for those who lost their lives on that tragic day. The Don Coonley Media Studies AwardAt the Department of Communication and Media Studies presentation of "The MAX," Dr. Sid Gottlieb presented the first annual Don Coonley Award, named for the founder of the Media Students Department. Discovery Dinner 2011Sacred Heart University’s 22nd Annual Discovery Awards and Scholarship Dinner on Wednesday, April 27th, broke records, garnering more than $570,000 for scholarship assistance—the most raised by the Discovery Dinner in its 22 year history. Happiness and the Good LifeThis Colloquium features Education Professor Susan Dinnocenti, CMC, Ph.D., and Lionel Ketchian, founder of the Happiness Club. Ed RollinsEd Rollins, a close aide to President Ronald Reagan, discussed ‘Reagan at 100’ during a special forum at Sacred Heart University. In Memoriam: Hubert J. Schlafly, Jr.Watch a commemorative video of the life and work of Hubert J. (“Hub”) Schlafly, Jr., inventor of the TelePrompter, two-time Emmy Award-winner and longtime friend of the University. President Petillo's Welcome AddressDr. John J. Petillo, who was formally appointed the sixth president of SHU on March 28, 2011, began his presidency by meeting with students in the Chapel of the Holy Spirit. Author Carlos EireAuthor Carlos Eire presents his talk ‘On Learning to Die Everywhere Continually: Confessions of a Refugee Boy’ as part of the Human Journey Colloquia Series. Contemporary SouvenirsWatch the panel discussion from the Gallery of Contemporary Art's 'Contemporary Souvenirs' exhibit. University Commons Atrium Ribbon-CuttingSacred Heart University’s spacious new Atrium, opposite University Commons, was formally blessed and dedicated on November 1st. Dr. John J. Petillo, the University’s new interim president, was introduced by Student Government President Kelly Leather ’11, and Father Jerry Ryle offered the benediction. Les Petits ChanteursWatch video from the benefit concert in the Chapel of the Holy Spirit featuring Haiti's 'Les Petits Chanteurs and Chamber Ensemble.' Constitution Day"Debating the Death Penalty" with Attorney Sandra Staub, legal director of the Connecticut American Civil Liberties Union. Papal Biographer David GibsonA presentation by Papal biographer and religion journalist David Gibson brought his talk “From Controversy to Crisis: The Tumultuous Papacy of Benedict XVI Five Years On” to Sacred Heart on May 12, 2010. Student Commons GroundbreakingOn May 6, 2010, Sacred Heart University broke ground on a new student commons building. The planned facility will be 46,000 square feet and will link the upper and lower campuses. Discovery Dinner 2010SHU hosted its 21st Annual Discovery Awards and Scholarship Dinner on Wednesday, April 21st, 2010. The gala honors notable individuals while raising funds for SHU’s Discovery Scholar Grants program, which provides a tuition-free education to low-income students in Fairfield County. Father Michael JoncasOne of the most productive and popular composers of church music premiered a new piece, “A Time of Jubilee,” at Sacred Heart University. Joncas is best known for the beloved hymn, “On Eagles’ Wings." Candidates DaySacred Heart University’s Department of Government and Politics, along with student organizations, College Democrats and College Republicans, hosted "Candidates Day" in April 2010. Watch videos of the candidates' positions on current issues. David Tracy Receives Inaugural SHU MedalSurrounded by students, members of the Sacred Heart University community and the public, Rev. David Tracy was presented the inaugural Sacred Heart University Medal on Wednesday, March 24. 2010 Hesburgh Alumni LectureDuncan Stroik, University of Notre Dame professor and renowned practitioner of Catholic architecture, captivated an audience in Schine Auditorium with a lecture that addressed the question, “Is There a Sacred Architecture?” CAPP Communion Breakfast 2010The Second Annual Communion Breakfast for Fairfield County Educators took place at SHU on Sunday, March 7th. The event featured a special presentation on “Catholic Schools, Public Schools, and the Common Good” by Dr. Brian Stiltner, associate professor of Religious Studies. Hearts for Haiti All-NighterIn response to the massive devastation caused by the Haitian earthquake in January 2010, scores of students and members of the SHU community descended on University Commons one month later for an all-night benefit. Winners of THE MAXThe Department of Media Studies and Digital Culture, in conjunction with the SHU Student Multimedia Channel, presented winners of THE MAX, a media arts exhibition that showcases the work of Media Studies and Communication and Technology Studies students. Archbishop DemetriosSHU’s Chapel of the Holy Spirit was the setting for a public address by the primate of the Greek Orthodox Church in America, Archbishop Demetrios, on “St. Paul: the Apostle of Joy.” Holiday Concert 2009The choirs and vocal ensembles of SHU's Academic Music Program and the Concert Band presented the annual Winter Concert on December 6 in the new Chapel of the Holy Spirit on campus. Face-to-Face Student VideosOur students have dozens of stories to tell about learning and living at SHU. Academics, sports, community service, or play, every story and experience is challenging, rewarding, fulfilling and exciting in its own way. Watch and listen to learn more! Chapel VideosWatch videos of the Chapel of the Holy Spirit, from construction to completion. Convocation 2009Watch as the class of 2013 is welcomed to SHU by President Cernera. Commencement 2009Watch videos of our Undergraduate and Graduate Commencement ceremonies. 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