Page 10 - WilmU Spring Summer 2013

Where is WilmU?
With a wide array of
online options and 14
campuses, some might say
it’s just about everywhere.
The University ventured into somewhat
uncharted territory this spring with “Spotlight
on Wilmington University,” an open house
event that invited residents of Bucks and
Montgomery counties in Pennsylvania to
a end and learn more about the University
and its offerings.
On Thursday, April 25, a endees and their
guests mingled with University faculty, staff and
area alumni, and enjoyed complimentary hors
d’oeuvres and cocktails at the Joseph Ambler
Inn in North Wales, Pa.
Administrators and representatives from the
University’s Alumni Relations, Career Services,
Admissions and Academic Advising depart-
ments, as well as its six academic colleges,
were on hand to discuss the University’s
programs and answer questions.
Dr. JimWilson, University Vice President,
highlighted the use of “scholarly practitioners”
– faculty who bring real-world experience from
their own careers into the classroom – as a key
function of WilmU’s success.
Brian Adair, an alumni and former police
officer who recently assumed the role of
president of the Alumni Association, said the
University helped him get back on his feet a er
an on-the-job injury.
“When I was injured in the line of duty,
I couldn’t work, but I knew I had to do
something. I had a family to support,”
Adair told the crowd of prospective
students, parents, alumni, faculty and staff.
“Wilmington University helped me figure out
what was next for me. And I am so glad that I
chose them.” WU
notes WU
University
shares the
spotlight
with the
Philly ’burbs
BY JAIME BENDER
Guests heard from Alumni, Academic Affairs and other administrative representatives about the
positive impact Wilmington University can have on their lives.
Far le : Prospective students
talk to representatives about
Wilmington University’s
courses and programs at the
“Spotlight onWilmington
University” event at the
Joseph Ambler Inn.
Le : From le , June Munsen
’09, Lawrence Cherba ’73,
Patricia Casals ’12, Glen
Fowler ’09, Susan Casey ’95,
StefanieWhitby and Brian
Adair ’07.
PHOTOS BYWILLIAM SCHWARTZ
WILMINGTON UNIVERSIT Y MAGAZINE