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EEO Specialists Tackle Issues, Share Ideas at 3-Day Retreat at SMCM
(St. Mary's City, MD) July 14, 2010-St. Mary's College of Maryland hosted 110 state Equal Employment Opportunity specialists this week at their annual retreat July 12-14, where they tackled such issues as sexual harassment prevention, workplace violence, and mental health in the workplace, and listened to speakers Glynis Watford, Statewide EEO Coordinator; Eloise Foster, Secretary of the Department of Budget and Management; Georgia Brady, Administrative Law Judge; and state Attorney General Douglas Gansler.
Tony Nominee Kate Baldwin Joins Jeffrey Silberschlag and the Chesapeake Orchestra for 'The Grand Finale’ of the River Concert Series July 30
(St. Mary's City, MD) July 14, 2010-Singing sensation and Wyle soloist Kate Baldwin joins music director Jeffrey Silberschlag and the Chesapeake Orchestra for the grand finale of the St. Mary's College of Maryland 2010 River Concert Series on July 30. Baldwin, who received both a 2010 Tony Award nomination for Best Actress in a Musical and a Drama Desk Award nomination for Outstanding Actress in a Musical for her performance in Broadway's Finian's Rainbow, will sing such favorites as "That Something Special" and "It Might as Well Be Spring." The concert also features Beethoven's "Symphony No. 5." You are welcome to come starting at 5 p.m. to picnic or visit one of the many local vendors; the concert starts at 7 p.m. and is free and open to the public. For more information, visit www.riverconcertseries.com or call 240-895-3038.
Renowned Carnegie Hall Recitalist José Cueto Joins Chesapeake Orchestra July 23 for Viennese Excitement
(St. Mary's City, MD) July 8, 2010-Next stop on the St. Mary's College of Maryland River Concert Series: Vienna! The July 23 concert features concertmaster José Cueto as violin soloist joining music director Jeffrey Silberschlag and the Chesapeake Orchestra in a performance of Lalo's "Symphonie espanole." Then, to celebrate Gustav Mahler's 150th birthday anniversary, the orchestra performs his Symphony No.7. The weekly celebrations on the college's Townhouse Green continue every Friday through July 30 with world-class music and a variety of food from local vendors. Gates open at 5 p.m. and concerts start at 7 p.m. These outdoor concerts are free and open to the public, and picnic baskets are welcome. For more information, visit www.riverconcertseries.com or call 240-895-3038.
St. Mary’s College Chosen as One of First Leaders of the Maryland Green Registry
(St. Mary's City, MD) July 8, 2010-St. Mary's College of Maryland (SMCM) is one of five organizations to receive the Leadership Award of the Maryland Green Registry. This is the first year the Registry has recognized special leadership amongst its 210 members. The award recognizes organizations that show a strong commitment to sustainable practices, that continue to improve its environmental performance, and that demonstrate measurable results.
SMCM Mental Health Director Chosen to Lead American College Counseling Association
(St. Mary's City, MD) July 7, 2010-Dr. Mary-Jeanne Raleigh, director of Counseling Services at St. Mary's College of Maryland, was elected president-elect of the American College Counseling Association (ACCA) for 2010-11, and will serve as president in 2011-12. The ACCA is made up of diverse mental health professionals from the fields of counseling, psychology, and social work who aim to promote ethical and responsible professional practice, promote communication and exchange among college counselors across service areas and institutional settings, and provide leadership and advocacy for counseling in higher education.
Piano Fest Returns to SMCM July 17-19 (St. Mary's City, MD) June 28, 2010-Piano lovers, Piano Fest returns to St. Mary's College of Maryland (SMCM) July 17-19, 2010, with classes for experienced students and recitals for the public to enjoy. The three-day festival in Auerbach Auditorium at St. Mary's Hall will be hosted by SMCM pianists Beverly Babcock, Eliza Garth, and Brian Ganz. Events include master classes for students at the advanced and intermediate levels, teachers, and professionals starting at noon Saturday and Sunday, and 10 a.m. Monday; the free faculty recitals take place each evening at 7:30. For more information on the application process for classes and the free recitals, contact Garth, director of Piano Fest, at ehgarth@smcm.edu.
Jeffrey Silberschlag and the Chesapeake Orchestra Premiere Music Inspired by the St. Mary’s River at July 16 River Concert at SMCM

(St. Mary's City, MD) June 28, 2010-At the River Concert July 16 on the Townhouse Green at St. Mary's College of Maryland (SMCM), music director Jeffrey Silberschlag and the Chesapeake Orchestra present the world premiere of a work by Maryland composer William Kleinsasser, who was inspired by the lovely St. Mary's River. The orchestra also performs Prokofiev's Symphony No. 5 and the concert's guest artist is violinist Brian Hong, winner of the first annual River Concert Series Young Artist Concerto Competition. The weekly music celebrations on the college's Townhouse Green continue every Friday through July 30 with world-class performances and a variety of food from local vendors. Gates open at 5 p.m. and concerts start at 7 p.m. These outdoor concerts are free and open to the public, and picnic baskets are welcome. For more information, visit www.riverconcertseries.com or call 240-895-3038.
University of Denver Fundraising Expert to be New Vice President for Development at SMCM
(St. Mary's City, MD) June 22, 2010- Maureen Silva, who has extensive experience in the educational development field that includes fundraising, alumni relations, and campaign marketing, will be the new vice president for development for St. Mary's College of Maryland (SMCM). Both Silva and the college's new president, Joseph Urgo, begin July 1.
Opera Stars Join Chesapeake Orchestra for a Grand Night of Singing at July 9 River Concert

2010 Governor’s Cup Yacht Race Sets Sail August 6
(St. Mary's City, MD) June 18, 2010 - The annual St. Mary's College of Maryland (SMCM) Governor's Cup Yacht Race sets sail from Annapolis on Friday, August 6, at 6 p.m; and for the first time ever, boats will be tracked live by GPS. This year marks the 37th running of the race from Maryland's current capital city to its first capital in St. Mary's City. The Governor's Cup Yacht Race is the oldest and longest continuously run overnight race on the Chesapeake Bay. As boats begin to cross the finish line, sailors and the public are invited to a post-race party that goes on all day and into the evening Saturday with food and live entertainment. Racers can register and get details online at www.smcm.edu/govcup. Registration deadline is July 30.
July 2 River Concert Celebrates our Heroes
(St. Mary's City, MD) June 15, 2010-Begin your Fourth of July celebration at the Friday, July 2, River Concert at St. Mary's College of Maryland (SMCM) with heroes and with fireworks. "It will feature patriotic music and music that fills the imagination with heroes," said Jeffrey Silberschlag, music director of the River Concert Series and the Chesapeake Orchestra. Guest musicians include the Marine Saxophone Quartet, comprised of members of "The President's Own" U.S. Marine Band, and a winner of the Young Artist Concerto Competition, Ian Chaava, on the euphonium. Also featured is a Gershwin piano concerto with award-winning pianist Brian Ganz. The weekly celebrations on the college's Townhouse Green continue every Friday through July 30 with world-class music and a variety of food from local vendors. Gates open at 5 p.m. and concerts start at 7 p.m. These outdoor concerts are free and open to the public, and picnic baskets are welcome. For more information, visit www.riverconcertseries.com or call 240-895-3038.
World-renowned Musicians Join the Chesapeake Orchestra for Concert of Melodies June 25th
Mary Johnston, Public Safety Officer at SMCM, Honored as Officer of the Year for 2009
Half of Maryland Student Legislature Elected Officers Are St. Mary’s Students

River Concert Series Music Festival Starts June 18
(St. Mary's City, MD) June 2, 2010-The 2010 St. Mary's College of Maryland (SMCM) River Concert Series concert season kicks off Friday, June 18, when accomplished jazz and classical pianist Jeffrey Chappell joins the Chesapeake Orchestra and music director Jeffrey Silberschlag to perform American composer Samuel Barber's "Piano Concerto." The concert also includes Robert Schumann's No. 1 "Spring." The weekly celebrations on the college's Townhouse Green continue every Friday through July 30 with world-class music and a variety of food from local vendors. Gates open at 5 p.m. and concerts start at 7 p.m. These outdoor concerts are free and open to the public, and picnic baskets are welcome. For more information, visit the River Concert Series web site at www.riverconcertseries.com or call 240-895-3038.
St. Mary’s College of Maryland Wins National Sailing Team Racing Championship
