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Manuszak Center Gymnasium – Greenspring Campus
1525 Greenspring Valley Road, Stevenson, MD 21153

Ceremony Schedule

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The Paul D. Lack Scholars Showcase was initially conceptualized and founded by Dr. Heather Harris, Professor of Communication, and fully realized by a collaboration between Dr. Harris, Dr. Deric Greene, Professor of Communication, and a committee of dedicated faculty and staff along with support from Dr. Lack and the Office of Academic Affairs. First held in 2014, this annual event is an exciting venue for presenting student and faculty research, scholarship, and creative work.

The Lack Scholars Showcase offers a campus-wide stage to highlight the mentoring and personalized support that occurs at Stevenson. These relationships between faculty and students are a critical part of the academic experience at ��������, and help set our students up for career success.

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The Men’s Lacrosse team hosted Widener University, and ended the game with a , locking up the second seed in the MAC Commonwealth playoffs.

The Women’s Lacrosse visited Widener University and, after a 5-5 tie, in the last quarter to secure the third seed in the upcoming playoffs.

Both teams will next play Messiah University on Wednesday, May 1. The Men’s Lacrosse team will host Messiah at Mustang Stadium beginning at 7pm, while Messiah will host the Women’s Lacrosse team at 4pm.

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Maryland Emancipation Day marks November 1, 1864, the day Maryland’s newly adopted constitution ended slavery in the state. Since then, Emancipation Day events commemorating that day have been held around the state. In August 2023, ��������students presented Civic Works with the idea of holding a similar event in Baltimore City—which, to their knowledge, had yet to hold its annual Emancipation Day celebration. Now, After nearly nine months of collaboration between the students and faculty of The Mill Agency and Civic Works, a celebration is slated to take place later this year at Baltimore’s historic Clifton Mansion.

“I am so proud of what the students and faculty of the Mill Agency have accomplished,” said Meghan Marx, Associate Professor of Arts and Graphic Design at Stevenson. “Students in The Mill Agency designed and planned a full event for Civic Works that takes complex history, the non-profit’s mission, and the community into account. The Mill Agency is a great example to experience in a student-driven, client-focused interdisciplinary applied learning environment. The work done for Civic Works would not have been possible without Stevenson’s support of interdisciplinary collaboration and the generous support of PNC.”

��������Communications and Design students’ final proposal included design assets, activity demonstrations, and logistics details to help Civic Works execute the event. The goal of the event is to highlight the historical and social significance of Emancipation Day in Maryland and its relevance today.

“It was amazing,” said Natrina Lee, Venue Events Manager at Clifton Mansion for Civic Works. “Everything is beautiful, and I appreciate how I can see some of the things we suggested throughout the process. The focus and attention to detail is amazing.”

Part of Stevenson’s School of Design, Arts, and Communication, The Mill Agency is a student-run advertising, communications, and design agency. Their partnership with Civic Works was made possible through support from PNC and has provided ��������students with an opportunity to gain hands-on experience while creating solutions to real-world problems.

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“Participating in a medical mission in an underdeveloped area like Samana was truly inspiring,” said Moriah. “Providing healthcare services and patient education to communities lacking access to basic medical care was the driving force behind my decision to join this mission. Being able to contribute to educating individuals on diseases such as hypertension, diabetes, and basic infections, and witnessing the potential impact it has on their lives, was immensely rewarding.”

As part of the trip, Moriah traveled to different parts of the country and helped the team provide the communities of La Pascuala, Las Terrenas, Sanchez, and Samana with vital healthcare services.

“Working alongside a dedicated medical team, including family medicine doctors, a pediatrician, and University of Maryland dental residents, I was able to gain valuable learning opportunities,” said Moriah. “I gained a deeper understanding of the holistic approach to healthcare and the importance of personalized patient care. From conducting basic assessments and vital signs to administering medications, I could apply the knowledge and skills acquired during my studies at ��������. The seamless integration of theory into practice was truly fulfilling and has undoubtedly enriched my journey as a nursing student.”

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“Both fashion design students want to develop textiles and garments with a focus on sustainability,” said Professor Simpson. “They want to bring awareness to the fashion industry and consumers that there are eco-friendly alternatives in apparel.”

A New Line of Bamboo Fiber T-Shirts

Richard Carranza’s goal is to produce a line of originally designed, T-shirts made of 100% bamboo fiber. The grant will enable him to buy fabric, construct the T-shirts, take photos for a marketing campaign, and host a pop-up event to release his shirts.

“When I got the email, it was like a weight was lifted off my shoulders at first, and then came the excitement of envisioning the process and outcome possibilities of my project,” Richard said. “The grant will give me the opportunity to work with a local manufacturer to produce these shirts after developing the sample myself. We will be producing about 100 of these, which is the most garments I will ever have had produced in one release. My products are usually very limited so this will help me make the release more available to a wider audience.”

Richard’s line of T-shirts will be made from a natural bamboo jersey knit fabric. Bamboo is abundant, fast-growing, and uses requires less water, fertilizer, and pesticides than other commonly-used fabrics, which makes it a more sustainable option.

Richard has entrepreneurial aspirations. After graduating, he plans to establish a design studio and community maker’s space in the Baltimore area focused on slow fashion using sustainable methods.

“I hope to use my degree to get a corporate job designing and developing clothing and similar products. I also plan to rent a studio so I can form a team and work on my own design house and projects.”

Developing a Sustainable New Material

Emily Pickett is a senior Fashion Design major with a minor in Fashion Merchandising. Her goal is to continue to explore and refine the development of a sustainable biomaterial fabric made from a bacterial mat known as a SCOBY that’s also a byproduct of kombucha production. She plans to use this material—“SCOBY leather”—to create a wearable garment and accessory.

“When I learned I got the grant I was really excited,” Emily said. “I was already experimenting with SCOBY leather on my own time and had applied as a shot in the dark. Vegan leather is traditionally made from polyurethane or plastic which are arguably worse for the environment than regular leather. Since SCOBY is a regenerative and biodegradable material, and uses less water and other resources, it’s a more sustainable material.”

The grant will enable Emily to buy new materials and equipment, and use lab space to develop the textile. She plans to document the entire process, present samples of the leather, accessory and garments on campus to faculty and students and submit the project at a design competition in 2025.

“Fashion is one of the most polluting industries,” Emily said. “Dr. Simpson has a real passion for sustainability, I’m excited to continue this project and work alongside her this summer.” For more news from Stevenson’s Fashion Design program, follow the program on and . For the latest news from around campus, follow �������� on and .

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“Jai is a great example of what we expect from all of the students in Stevenson’s Biomedical Engineering program,” said Neil Rothman, Biomedical Engineering Professor and Program Coordinator. “He excels academically, is a curious researcher, and is motivated to pursue experiences that enhance his education and prepare him for a successful career. It has been a pleasure having him in our program and we expect great things from him as he pursues his Ph.D.and beyond.”

At the University of Florida, Jai will be conducting research in the Tissue Mechanics, Microstructure, and Modeling Laboratory (TM³) under Dr. Lakiesha Williams, as well as working in collaboration with the neurosurgeons at Shands Hospital for pre-clinical studies. His first topic of research will examine how neurofibrillary tangles spread throughout the brain, and the effects of traumatic brain injury on this process.

“Before my grandfather passed away, he received treatment and imaging for potential neurodegenerative disorders such as Alzheimer’s at Shands Hospital,” Jai said. “In that same building, I hope to advance the knowledge on how these neurodegenerative disorders develop and discover a new measure to prevent them. I have spent all four years as a ��������student athlete heavily involved with many extra curriculars to perfect my time management skill. ��������has prepared me perfectly for this next step.”

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In addition, participants this year will have an opportunity to experience a special viewing of the solar eclipse. Eclipse glasses will be provided for free for safe viewing of the eclipse.

“Most of the time students interact with math and science inside the classroom and a lot of the beauty of STEM is left to the imagination,” said Benjamin Wilson, Associate Professor of Mathematics. “The Spring Spectacular allows us to showcase the wonders of STEM in fun and engaging hands-on activities. It is an event for all students regardless of their major or comfort level with STEM. This year’s event is extra special because participants will get a chance to view the total solar eclipse with provided eclipse glasses on top of all of the usual exciting STEM games and demonstrations.”

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“This is a great honor,” said Jeff Browne, Senior Lecturer in Communication and the newspaper’s Faculty Adviser. “The ��������Villager is a student news source: written and edited by students. Having two articles featured in Best of SNO is a recognition of Grant and Maya’s hard work, and a positive reflection on our staff and the strong community we’ve built.”��

Grant DeVivo, senior Business Communication major and The ��������Villager Sports Editor, was recognized for his article, “,” a profile of Stevenson’s new baseball coach Matt Righter.

“I am very honored to be recognized for this article and for the work that I have done for The ��������Villager,” said Grant. “I am thankful for everyone, including my advisor Mr. Jeffrey Browne and my editor in chief Micah Ernest, for helping me get to this point, and I look forward to publishing more content and doing tons more writing.”��

Maya Townsend, a junior Business Communication major and student reporter, also had her work featured in The Best of SNO. Her article, “,” focuses on ��������sophomore August Jackson and her small jewelry business.

“I am deeply grateful for the recognition, knowing that my article stood out among 15% of other entries, giving an immense thanks to The ��������Villager team for their unwavering support and guidance,” said Maya. “Their platform has provided me with the opportunity to showcase my work and cultivate an environment where my creativity and writing abilities could thrive. Moving forward, I hope to continue utilizing the gifts that God has blessed me with to amplify the voices and stories within our community.”��

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The Zaffere Library is now the vibrant new facility concentrating all of Stevenson’s library services in one location. Watch the video below for a tour of the new space.

Inside the Zaffere Library, you’ll find welcoming librarians, comfortable spaces, spectacular views, rooms and spaces for quiet study, and resources for research and scholarship, including:

• Physical collections (books, course reserve items, newspapers, journals, films, and more)
• Electronic resources (articles, eBooks, videos, images)
• Computer workstations in The Chip Rouse Computer and Media Room
• Library staff who can help with research and find answers to your questions
• Space for group and individual study (study rooms can be )
• Printer/scanner/copier station

To view all the services and resources available to support your daily study and research needs, visit the .

The Zaffere Library’s operating hours will be:

• Monday–Thursday 8 a.m.–10 p.m.
• Friday 8 a.m.–6 p.m.
• Saturday 10 a.m.–6 p.m.
• Sunday 12 p.m.–10 p.m.

For special hours (holidays, college breaks, university closures, etc.), visit the Zaffere Library website or view the .

The staff are excited to welcome you to the new Zaffere Library. From left to right: Christina Hipsley, Collection Development and Electronic Resources Librarian; Joel Pace, Research and Instruction Librarian; and Elizabeth Fields, Research and Instruction Librarian.

The Zaffere Library offers extensive resources for research and study, all in a beautiful and vibrant new space.

There is plenty space for individual and group study, including private study rooms that can be reserved online.

Relax or study outside while taking in views of the natural landscape surrounding Stevenson.

As of Monday, March 18, the Shuttle to North Campus will also include a regular stop at the Zaffere Library for pickup/drop-off—so it’s easier than ever to access the resources you need. The Shuttle runs approximately every 20 minutes.

The Zaffere Library is a beautiful, comfortable, and resource-filled addition to Stevenson’s campus. We’re looking forward to everyone using it!

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