News and Updates

Genevieve McGillicuddy ’94 ~ Alumni Conversation Speaker

The alumni relations office recently partnered with the Marlin Fitzwater Center for Communication in hosting an Alumni Conversation with Genevieve McGillicuddy '94 on Tuesday, 06 February 2007. Ms. McGillicuddy, marketing manager for Turner Classic Movies, has made significant contributions to women in film and society throughout her career. Turner Classic Movies is a commercial-free 24-hour cable network dedicated to classic movies, from Turner Broadcasting Systems, Inc.

A 1994 graduate of Franklin Pierce University
(Rindge), she received a master's degree in film studies from Emory University in 1996. Following graduate studies, she worked as an educational coordinator for IMAGE Film & Video Center, a non-profit media arts center in Atlanta. In 1998, McGillicuddy became the director of the annual Atlanta Film Festival and Out on Film, the Atlanta Lesbian & Gay Film Festival, both produced by IMAGE. In 2003, she became the marketing director for the Atlanta-area Madstone Theater, part of a chain of innovative art-house theaters.

McGillicuddy is responsible for managing the TCM licensing and publishing programs, and working on partnerships and promotions. She has served on the boards of Women in Film/Atlanta, the second oldest WIF chapter in the country, and EstroFest Productions, an organization supporting women artists in Atlanta. She has also served as a judge for the Birmingham Film Festival and Baltimore's MicroCineFest, and has consulted on several film festivals, including the Atlanta Jewish Film Festival, the AFF and Out on Film.

The conversation, entitled Women in Media: Challenges, Changes and the Road Ahead; lasted approximately 50 minutes followed by a question/answer session. While on campus for two days, Mrs. McGillicuddy also spoke in four classes, participated in informational interviews with students and alumni and enjoyed meals with faculty and students to network and provide career advice.

“We are very pleased to welcome such a fine communications professional to share her wisdom and experience with the students and Franklin Pierce community,” commented Kristen D. Nevious, Ph.D., after the conversation and luncheon. “She provided amazing insight to the world of film and media as it relates to women with such grace and poise that any member of the listening audience, live here at the Patterson Television Studio or on the FitzCast, would certainly have a new appreciation for the disparity in the industry.”

More photos of Genevieve McGillicuddy’s visit

Video - The Alumni Conversation for Genevieve McGillicuddy

Pierce Hall Construction Completed ~ December 2006

Pierce Hall in Emily Flint Campus Center Completed ~ First Events Held

Construction on Pierce Hall was completed in December 2006 and the inaugural event held was the annual holiday party for the faculty, staff and administration of Franklin Pierce shortly thereafter.

The new Pierce Hall will provide seating capacity for up to 250 patrons and will enrich student programming as well as cultural and community events for residents of the region. External architecture will be consistent with the style of the Campus Center.

The hall will take advantage of large windows facing Pearly Pond and will capture stunning views, provide abundant natural light and reinforce the special sense of place that distinguishes Franklin Pierce. The project is supported by federal funding from the National Institute of Standards and Technology.

Franklin Pierce frequently hosts speakers of national prominence and schedules events with community-wide appeal. In addition, various lecture programs and events at the Fitzwater Center attract distinguished spokespeople and political officeholders. Now the College will have a top-quality and comfortable gathering space to serve these purposes.

“We look forward to hosting special events during Alumni and Reunion Weekend 2007 in this beautiful new space on campus. The view of Pearly Pond and the surrounding flora highlight the internal home-spun feeling of the interior,” commented Peter L. Brodie, alumni relations director.

The new auditorium will also host large interdisciplinary functions for campus members – to enhance community life at Franklin Pierce and enrich the College’s liberal arts culture.

Click here for more photos of the Hall in use by various members of the Franklin Pierce Community.

Susan A. Edwards '04 (MBA) elected Vice President for External Relations of Alumni Association

The recently vacated position of vice president for external relations was filled by unanimous vote of the alumni association board of directors by Susan A. Edwards '04 (MBA) according to a recent announcement from the alumni relations office at Franklin Pierce. She fills the position vacated by new association president Henry Ellis '69 when he assumed the role of president following the resignation of Melissa A. Conway '98. The changes in all positions took effect on Monday, October 23, 2006 advises Peter L. Brodie, alumni relations director.

President Ellis made his first public appearance following the announcement of his new leadership role, “As a member of the class of 1969, I believe I bring a unique perspective to the position of president of the alumni association board of directors. I remember what Franklin Pierce as like at the beginning; I can see what it has become and I also see the great potential for what we can become in the future. I hope to be able to work with all alumni to help make that potential a reality and promise that the alumni association will be an active force engaging alumni in the Franklin Pierce community as an integral part of the changes ahead.”

The election of Susan Edwards to the position of vice president for external relations was completed a week following alumni and reunion weekend. Susan attended several events during the weekend and commented recently, “as Henry and I step into our new roles, I look forward to working with my fellow members of the board as well as alumni from the various campuses. There are exciting times ahead for all alumni as Franklin Pierce University
becomes Franklin Pierce University. I am honored to be a part of that transition.”

The board of directors meets individually three times per year in addition to the annual meeting held during alumni and reunion weekend. Volunteers are always welcome for committee membership positions, chapter leadership positions and class correspondents. Other alumni opportunities are always being developed ~ please contact the alumni relations office at 603.899.1131 or alumni@franklinpierce.edu
to find the right opportunity for you.

The following message comes from Franklin Pierce President George J. Hagerty to the College Community.

Dear Franklin Pierce Alumni,

I am delighted to share with you the news that the Board of Trustees voted yesterday afternoon to make our transition to university status official and change our name to Franklin Pierce University, effective July 1, 2007. This is a major milestone in a process that began well over a year ago and resulted in a vote by the Trustees in June to proceed with becoming a university.

Before I share the details and implications of this historic step forward, I would like for us to pause and collectively celebrate the accomplishment that this decision reflects. Yesterday’s vote accomplishes much more than a name change. Franklin Pierce has officially become a university because university status most accurately represents the quality and breadth of the education we offer.

The growing reputation of our undergraduate college at Rindge, our expanded number of high-quality graduate-level and online degrees, and our international presence all represent the operations of a small university. As I weighed the decision to change our public identity, it became clear to me that “university” most accurately describes our endeavors and the value of the education we provide.

At the same time, I recognize that the word university may evoke images of large classes, loss of close-community, a sprawling campus, and a focus on research rather than on teaching. Be assured that everything that is special about Franklin Pierce – our small classes, our commitment to teaching, our close community, and our warm and welcoming campus – will be preserved and, ultimately, enhanced by our becoming a university.

While our mission remains unchanged, there is much to gain by setting ourselves apart as a small university. It is essential that we anchor our public identity in the reality of our accomplishments. My conversations with Trustees and many members of the Franklin Pierce community revealed a deep sense of pride and a strong belief that we are best served when our name matches the excellence of our academic offerings.

Following yesterday’s decision, it will take nearly a year to complete the transition to university status. The conversion of signs, logos, publications, the Website and other elements of our visual identity will take place starting in January. There will be no significant operational changes or administrative restructuring because we have already been functioning as a small university.

Throughout this process, we have worked closely with state and regional accrediting agencies, and they have assured us that Franklin Pierce fully meets university criteria. They will be notified by letter on Monday that the Board of Trustees has adopted a change in both status and name, effective July 1, 2007.

We chose the new name after much study and careful deliberation, and concluded that the title “Franklin Pierce University” would best serve the institution. I want to thank everyone that participated in surveys and discussion groups. Your comments were significant in guiding us to a final decision.

Taking into consideration all the opinions received, the Trustees decided we should not lose the brand equity in the Franklin Pierce name. To change our identity completely would require an expensive and time-consuming reeducation in the marketplace where we have worked to earn a well-deserved reputation. Having “Franklin Pierce” precede the word “university” will distinguish us from public universities and other institutions whose titles start with “University of…” and often end with a geographic description, such as the University of Michigan.

I’m certain that you may have additional questions. Rather than try to answer all of them in this message, we will post an FAQ information section on our website ~ alumni may access it through the alumni relations website at www.franklinpierce.edu /alumni. That section will be up and running during the next week.

I look forward to celebrating a series of milestones with you throughout the year as we turn the page to a new chapter in our history. A community-wide celebration to close all transition activities will be held on November 12, 2007 – the 45th anniversary of the signing of the institution’s charter.

With gratitude and all good wishes, I remain

Sincerely,

George J. Hagerty
President

Alumni Association President Melissa A. Conway ’98 announced her resignation as president and member of the alumni association board of directors effective October 22, 2006 to accept the position of assistant director of admissions at Franklin Pierce.

She sent the following message to the alumni leadership:

"I will remain in my role and execute my duties as president of the alumni Association Board of Directors to ensure a smooth transition at which point Henry Ellis will resume the role as president. As scheduled I will oversee the annual meeting during Alumni & Reunion Weekend and at that time I will announce my resignation and introduce Henry to the entire association.

With this new position I feel that it creates a conflict of interest with my current position on the Board of Trustees so I have resigned from the Board of Trustees effective immediately. I have sent my resignation to the chair of the Board of Trustees as well as other appropriate people on campus. Due to my resignation I will not be attending the Board of Trustees meeting in October. Upon their acceptance of my resignation and Henry resuming the role as president of the Alumni Association Board of Directors, Henry’s first Board of Trustees Meeting will be in March 2007.

The last couple of years have been exciting ones and as members of the board of directors and the committees we should be very proud of what we have accomplished. The new structure for the board of directors is working well and it has helped streamline our activities so that they focus on our main goal - engaging alumni! We’ve established strong and productive committees and the committee members have been working hard on their tasks they have set for their committees. The Bylaws has formed into a great document that although it is a “working document”, it is one that we can comprehend and work with. The Bylaw changes may have caused some “heated” discussions but in the end these changes have benefited the association in many ways. I want to personally thank John Washington and the Bylaws and Membership Committee for taking on the responsibility of the bylaws-it has not always been an easy task but they have taken on the challenges and done a great job-thank you.

Over the last year several new alumni have join the board of directors and in the short time that have I had the opportunity to work with them I strongly feel they are true assets to the board and their energy, enthusiasm, and dedication will help with engaging alumni!

Within the next week, John Washington, the chair of the Bylaws and Member ship Committee, will be sending out an email in regards to the open position of VP for External Relations.

I feel very blessed to have had the opportunity to work with the association and college in the role as president of the Alumni Association Board of Directors and had the opportunity to work with all of you over the last several years. I look forward to continuing to work with the college in my new role and although I will not be a member of the board of directors I will continue to be an active alumna in other areas."

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Alumni Association President Welcomes New Members of the Board of Directors, New Executive Team Members and Announces Alumni Leadership Retreat
Melissa A. Conway ’98, president of the alumni association board of directors, proudly welcomed four new members of the board of directors as the association is preparing for its annual leadership retreat on the Rindge Campus from July 7-9, 2006 ~ Deborah A. Carney ’71, Marcy Pollock Fink ’73, Sean P. Sanderson ’00 and Ulysses E. Shields ’02 (MBA). The board members will participate in the full meeting of the board of directors during the annual leadership retreat as their first formal function as volunteer members of the board of directors.

“The board of directors is making great strides forward in focusing our attention on our primary task ~ engaging alumni,” Conway continued as she announced the names of the new executive team members for the board of directors ~ Henry G. Ellis ’69, Vice President for External Relations; Joseph M. Davis ’89, Vice President for Academic Relations; Joyce Loughlin Bastille ’91, Alumni and Reunion Weekend Chair; and John F. Washington, Jr. ’83, Membership and Bylaws Committee Chair. The new executive team members join President Conway and Alumni Relations Director Peter Brodie (ex-officio) in completing the members of the executive team for the 2006-2007 program year. Ellis and Washington have been elected to two-year terms while Davis and Bastille have been elected to one-year terms (with their successors to be elected to two year terms thus staggering the leadership position terms so that there is not a full turnover of the executive team at one time). The new executive team will make their leadership debut at the alumni leadership retreat from July 7-9, 2006 on the Rindge Campus.

President Conway also was pleased to announce that the annual retreat for the board of directors has been expanded to include non-board member leaders in the association as well. “We have invited class correspondents working on their reunion, chapter leaders and non-board committee members to participate in the development of the association. It is my hope in the next year of my presidency to forge and strengthen stronger ties with a broader-based alumni constituency as we provide strength and support to our alma mater’s strategic plan and mission.” The retreat includes committee meetings, presentations from administrators, a tour of the campus and team-building exercises.

Alumni Association President Recognizes Retiring Board Members
Melissa A. Conway '98, president of the alumni association board of directors, recognized and acknowledged the contributions of six retiring volunteer members of the alumni association board of directors at their last meeting on April 29, 2006 at the Manchester Campus. Conway commended all of the volunteers present while speaking specifically of the six retiring board members ~ Linda Sheridan '95, Jennifer Cialfi Vamvakas '95, Anthony Jardim '97, Stephen Segal '71, Nicole Torday '98 and Justin Wingate '01.

Alumni Relations Director Peter Brodie presented each of the volunteers present with a gift from the College as a token of appreciation for a combined 20 years of dedicated service to advancing the mission of the association and their alma mater.

Linda Sheridan '95	Jennifer Cialfi Vamvakas '95	Anthony Jardim '97
Stephen Segal '71	Nicole Torday '98	Justin Wingate '01

Alumni Association Announces 2006 Alumni and Reunion Weekend Chair – Melissa Conway ’98, president of the alumni association board of directors, announced recently that she has appointed Joyce A. Loughlin Bastille ’91 as the chair for Alumni and Reunion Weekend 2006. Mrs. Bastille, of Belmont, MA, has served as an active participant in the planning for the 2005 weekend and has agreed to work with the alumni association and the alumni relations office to plan and prepare for an outstanding weekend in 2006. Anyone interested in serving on the committee for 2006, should submit a leadership application to the alumni relations office.

Photos from the 2004 Alumni and Reunion Weekend may be viewed here

Agenda and Information for Alumni and Reunion Weekend 2005 may be viewed here

Alumni and Reunion Weekend 2006 is scheduled for October 13-15, 2006 on the Rindge Campus. Please check back to the alumni relations web site  for further updates and to volunteer to help plan the event! Your participation helps make our events more successful.

Fall GPS Scholarships Available – the scholarship committee of the alumni association announced the increase of one scholarship and addition of a scholarship for the students in programs at Franklin Pierce University
satellite learning communities. The following scholarships are available:

The scholarship committee and the board of directors voted to increase the doctor of physical therapy program scholarship because the students in this program are full-time and not able to work outside the classroom. The rigorous program requirements preclude work opportunities outside the classroom while students are paying graduate level tuition and fees.

The introduction of the new M.Ed. program also presents an outstanding opportunity for graduate students to avail themselves of the opportunities offered by Franklin Pierce College. This exciting program will help advance the capabilities of the teaching profession in New Hampshire. The alumni association is pleased to offer scholarships to these fine individuals.

Applications are available online by clicking on the name of the scholarship program above, the director of the local campus or the alumni relations office (alumni@franklinpierce.edu
).

Former Franklin Pierce Basketball Standout
Loses Battle With Cancer
Kevin Scott passed away Tuesday in Toronto hospital at age 26

RINDGE, N.H. (August 10, 2005) - Kevin Scott, a four-year men’s basketball letter winner at Franklin Pierce, lost his on-going battle with cancer on Tuesday at the age of 26.

Scott, born October 14, 1978, in Kingston, Jamaica, passed away at Mount Sinai Hospital in Toronto, Ontario, where dozens of family members and friends had surrounded him on a daily basis. He is survived by his parents, Samuel and Cynthia Rodney-Gill, of Mississauga, Ontario, twin brother, Kevon, and brothers, Craig and David.

Scott’s stellar collegiate career at Franklin Pierce brought aspirations of playing professionally, but that dream was cut short when a large tumor was discovered in his knee late in his senior year. Scott had the tumor removed and, with subsequent chemotherapy sessions, went into remission.

In the fall of 2004, doctors discovered the cancer had spread to his lung. Scott had a piece of his lung removed and following treatments went into remission for a second time. Unfortunately, in early July, Scott was forced back into the hospital where it was discovered the cancer had reappeared in his lung.

Less than two weeks ago, it was learned that Scott had shown improved strength and was even deemed fit enough to go home, but remained at Mount Sinai to more conveniently complete his radiation and chemotherapy treatments. It was learned that in recent days, his condition had worsened with the College learning of his death today.

“Today marks a very sad day within the Franklin Pierce University
community,” said Bruce Kirsh, Vice President and Director of Athletics at the College. “We are all saddened by the loss of Kevin Scott. Kevin will be remembered as an extraordinary young man whose talents extended far beyond the basketball court. Our thoughts and prayers go out to Kevin’s family.”

Scott began his playing career at Franklin Pierce during the 1998-99 season following three standout years at Iona Catholic High School in Mississauga, Ontario, where he lettered in basketball and football. His 1,181 career points at Franklin Pierce currently ranks 22nd in program history, while his 693 career rebounds are good for seventh and 138 blocked shots fourth all-time.

Scott earned second team All-Northeast-10 Conference honors in 2001-02 after leading Franklin Pierce by averaging 15.4 points (15th in the NE-10), 8.7 rebounds (2nd NE-10), 1.6 blocks (3rd NE-10) and 1.5 steals per game. His .527 (173-328) shooting percentage ranked sixth in the Conference and he also posted ten double-doubles which was good for second as a senior.

The Ravens compiled a 66-47 (.584) record over his career, including a 47-31 (.602) mark in Conference play. He was a member of a Ravens team that was runner-up in the New England Collegiate Conference in 1999-2000. In 2000-01, he played an integral role on a team that reached the semifinals of the Northeast-10 Tournament. In the Ravens quarterfinal round upset of No. 14-ranked Saint Anselm College, Scott netted a career-high 37 points on 16-of-22 shooting from the field, to go with a game-high ten rebounds and three blocks.

“As a player, Kevin was one of the most talented big men we have had at Franklin Pierce in a very long time,” said Head Coach David Chadbourne. “Personally, he was one of those people you always wanted to be around. He was always happy and upbeat, even when he learned of the cancer. Kevin never complained or felt sorry for himself and always felt he was going to beat it. I was shocked at the news this morning. Kevin was so young and someone I cared about a lot.”

Kevin's Funeral arrangements are as follows:

Public Visitation Times
Sunday August 14
2:00 - 5:00
7:00- 9:00
Funeral Service
Monday August 15
1:00 pm in the Chapel
Location
The Simple Alternative
1535 South Gateway Rd.
Mississauga, ON
L4W 5J1
(905)602-1580

The Fitzwater Center Honors
The Marlin Fitzwater Center for Communication recognized five individuals recently for their contributions to the Franklin Pierce community, the country, and to the ideals of leadership. This award honors those who have consistently demonstrated through their contributions to the public discourse that they are committed to the same ideals that drive the center, which include an unwavering belief that robust debate and the informed participation that results is the hallmark of a healthy democracy.
 
This year's honorees are:

• Honorable Senator Chuck Hagel (R-NE)
• Therese Ledwith-Fay ’82
• Kevin Bargo ’01
• Kristen Costa ‘05
• Frank Blais ’05

  2005 Fitzwater Center Medallion Recipients (L to R) Frank Blais ’05, Therese Ledwith Fay ’82, Kevin Bargo ’01, Kristen Cost ’05 and Kristen Nevious, Ph.D., Fitzwater Center Director

Senator Hagel's contribution to our national government begins with his unyielding honesty in his communication with the American people. Marlin Fitzwater said, "Senator Hagel has spoken forthrightly and comprehensively to the American people about Iraq and social security, two of the leading issues of our time. We are honored that he accepts our Leadership in Public Communication Award. His strong public voice in the Senate has led the country through many serious debates, and he is an inspiration to Franklin Pierce University
students."
 
Franklin Pierce University
President George Hagerty also praised the Senator's contributions to the public discourse. "Numerous organizations have recognized Senator Hagel for distinguished public service," he said. "Franklin Pierce University
is grateful to the Senator for accepting the 2005 Fitzwater Center Award for Leadership in Public Communication and is proud to add its name to Chuck Hagel's most impressive record of personal and professional recognition."
 
Therese Ledwith-Fay ‘82 is the current president of Media By Design in New Jersey. She works with organizations like Public Broadcasting Service to bring intelligent programming to the airwaves. Her work on Seniority, a show directed to the over fifty audience helps to show that the elderly can be active and can participate in our current society. She also worked to develop the Healthcare Information Network, which grew to be so successful its leading competitor bought it. She is one of two Franklin Pierce alumni receiving the first Fitzwater Medallion for their contributions.
 
Kevin Bargo ‘01 is currently working for the United States Senate Committee on the Budget in our nation's capital. Putting his political science degree to good use, Kevin works within the science aspect of our nation's budget, working with NASA among other groups to further develop their programs for the betterment of the country.
 
Kristen Costa ‘05 is an American Studies major who wants to go into museum management. She will be attending Brown University in the fall for Public Humanities. She has served on the Pierce Council since 2003. She has also served as a Head Peer Advisor and served on the Leadership Planning Commission, helping make the leadership experience better for all those involved. Kristen is one of two Franklin Pierce students receiving this award for her contributions.
 
Frank Blais ‘05 is a television production student with a minor in management. He is also the station manager for FP
TV 25, the on-campus station. There he produces the ever popular Blais Quiz Show, and helped develop all the current programming that you can see on that station.

At it’s meeting on Saturday, April 9, 2005, the alumni association board of directors announced the newly elected members from the on-line election completed in March 2005:

Thomas Crawford ’04 MBA ­elected to first full term, currently appointed to a vacant position
Joseph Davis ’89
Susan Edwards ’04 MBA
Henry Ellis ’69
Kristen Rene Jaccodine ’97
Jennifer Nadeau ’99
Lisa Quintal ’95

The membership of the board of directors also recognized three retiring members – Gregg Doody ’92, Wendy K. Slate Berman ’95, Laurie Tomlinson ’82.

The bylaw amendments and revisions that were placed on the ballot were also approved

March 15, 2005 Jeffrey Salgo '74, Associate Director, CBS News and President and Executive Producer of Aqua Rock Productions spoke on the history of communications at Franklin Pierce University
for the Tuesday Speaker Series in the Marlin Fitzwater Center for Communications. Salgo and others helped put the FP
radio station on the air in the '70's. Since completing his studies he has spent 30 years working for CBS news in various capacities and has started his own production company focusing on underwater video dives and handicapped diving videos. Mr. Salgo enjoyed a luncheon with student scholars from the Fitzwater Center and talked of his career in a more personal setting.

Administrative Building Named for Walter and Dorothy Peterson

The building formerly known as the Manor for many years has been renamed Walter and Dorothy Peterson Hall in recognition of their commitment and dedication to Franklin Pierce College. President Hagerty and several other College leaders (including alumni association board of directors president Gregg Doody ’92) spoke with great regard for the efforts and dedication of the Petersons.
>  Read remarks by President Hagerty
 

New Board Members

The Alumni Association Board of Directors is pleased to welcome two new members to its ranks. Chris Munson ’96 and Tom Proctor ’95 join the board for three-year terms beginning in June 2004. Munson recently started the Vermont Chapter of the Alumni Association with his fiancé, Alex Polson ’98. Proctor is currently working towards his master’s degree. He married his wife Mary-Sarah in 2002 and lives in Massachusetts.

Munson and Proctor join a board of 20 active members of the Alumni Association. Led by President Gregg Doody ’92 and three vice presidents, the board meets regularly throughout the year to review plans and proposals for alumni relations activities across the country. Among their recent activities are improvements to the alumni website, generating greater interest in chapter events, and planning alumni weekend.

More board members are needed to make a complete and full board. For more information on the board of directors and to see whom our members are, click here or call the Alumni Relations Office toll-free at 1-877-FPC-ALUM.

FP
Alumni Directory Survey

Harris Publishing Company has completed the contact phase of the directory project and is now in the midst of the compilation and production phase. Any requests to not be included in the directory received by either the alumni relations office or Harris Publishing will be honored to the fullest extent possible. Your efforts to participate in this project allowed our records to be more current and accurate – thus allowing your alma mater to keep you, our valued alum, informed as we grow in the various programs. Your support is crucial to our continued successes. If you have any questions regarding this project, please contact the alumni relations office at 877.372.2586 or alumni@franklinpierce.edu
and we will gladly respond to your inquiry.

Legacy Scholarship Established!

The Alumni Relations Office is pleased to announce that a legacy scholarship in the amount of $1,000 per year has been established for children of FP
alumni who attend Franklin Pierce. Effective in the fall of 2003, any student whose parent(s) or stepparent(s) graduated from Franklin Pierce are eligible to receive this scholarship. Details are available from the financial aid office at: 603-899-4180.

Boston Chapter Changes Name to Massachusetts Chapter

The Franklin Pierce Alumni Association Board of Directors voted to change the name of the Boston Chapter to the Massachusetts Chapter effective immediately. 

This chapter will continue to provide Massachusetts and other New England alums with events such as the ever-popular Duck Tours and Boston Red Sox games; the only change is the name, which will bring the Massachusetts name in line with the other New England Chapters.

If you have any questions or concerns regarding the announced name change, chapter events in the your area or would like to become more involved please contact Jenn Vamvakas, FP
Alumni Vice President of Chapters at jennlou@msn.com 

Alumni Association Board appoints new VP of Development…

Alumni Association Board of Directors President, Gregg Doody ('92) announced the appointment of Laurie Tomlinson ('82) as the new Vice President of Development for the Alumni Association Board of Directors. Laurie will begin working on the Executive Committee in this role effective immediately.

“Laurie’s hard work, dedication and focus are a great asset for our Alumni Board and Franklin Pierce. I look forward to Laurie joining our Executive Committee and helping our Alumni Board surpass its goals and plan for an exciting future.” ~ Gregg Doody, (92’) Alumni Board President.

Alumni Association Increases Scholarships

The Alumni Association is pleased to announce that they have increased the number of scholarships awarded annually from two to eleven! 

This could not have happened without YOU! The college receives royalties from the following programs that you support: MBNA credit card, Liberty Mutual Insurance, Fortis Short Term Health Insurance, Josten's College Rings, OCM Diploma Frames and in the future the CBi phone cards.

In addition to the two $2,000 scholarships for Rindge students, The Alumni Association will also be awarding the following scholarships:

6 GPS scholarships $500 each for one student at each of the 6 satellite campuses

3 Masters Program scholarships $1,000 each for one student from each of our Masters Programs: MBA, MSIT and MPT

FP
Alumni Association Welcomes Notre Dame MPT Alumni!

With the unfortunate recent closing of Notre Dame College in Manchester, New Hampshire, Franklin Pierce University
is taking over their Masters in Physical Therapy Program. As a result, the Notre Dame MPT alumni are now members of our alumni association. Franklin Pierce now has 3 masters programs: MBA, MSIT and MPT

New - FP
Calling Card Available
In addition to the many benefits already available to our alumni, the alumni relations office is working with Cbi, a national college and university telecommunications service company, to provide a calling card with a special rate of 8.9 cents per minute with NO surcharges, connect fees, or hidden charges. In addition to saving money you will also support FP
every time you make a call as royalties will support our scholarship programs. Look for details in the mail in January or go to the Cbi web site.

Diploma Frames - Display Your FP
College Pride!

Capture your Franklin Pierce University
memories and protect your diploma forever with the Diploma Display. For more information or to order, go to their web site .

(this link was sent to you by Jeff Oppenheimer)

Looking for a friend or classmate?

The Alumni Relations Office would love to help you get in touch with college friends; however, due to privacy concerns, we are unable to provide you with personal information.

You may send us an e-mail ( alumni@franklinpierce.edu
) or letter addressed to your friend c/o the alumni relations office and we will forward it for you. Please include information such as maiden name and class year of the person you are trying to contact and how you may be reached.

For example: Anne (Smith) Jones '88
C/O Alumni Relations Office
Peterson Hall, 2nd Floor

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