Susan Williams, professor of management at Belmont University, was appointed by the Board of Directors of the Tennessee Center for Performance Excellence (The Center) to the 2005 Panel of Judges. The Center’s Award Program annually recognizes organizations demonstrating excellence in business operations and results.
As a member of the Panel of Judges, Williams is responsible for validating the integrity of the award process and determining recognition levels for each award applicant. The Panel comprises experts selected from all sectors, including business, industry, education, health care organizations, professional and trade associations and government. All judges have been Baldridge National Quailty Award examiners and/or have served on the Board of Examiners for the Center.
Williams Appointed to Panel of Judges
Jazz Guitarist Gene Bertoncini to play at Belmont University
Jazz fans are in for a special treat when Gene Bertoncini performs a free concert at the Belmont University Massey Concert Hall on Monday, October 10 at 7:30 p.m., sponsored by Belmont’s School of Music. Bertoncini is one of the preeminent jazz guitarists active today. Known as the “Segovia of jazz,”, he has recorded or performed with such legends as Benny Goodman, Buddy Rich, Wayne Shorter, Tony Bennett and Lena Horne.
Belmont Starts New Student-Run Showcase for Unsigned Artists
Belmont University music business students are getting first-hand experience discovering new talent, via a new student-run music showcase series at the Curb Café at the Curb Event Center on the Belmont campus. The showcase, the first in a new monthly series for unsigned artists, is scheduled for 5:30 p.m. Oct. 4th. This new showcase series “is dedicated to providing a venue for unsigned artists to present themselves to the local music industry,” says David Herrara, instructor of music business in the Mike Curb College of Entertainment & Music Business.
First Amendment Center’s Freedom Sings Concert at Belmont Oct. 4
Belmont University and The Freedom Forum will present Freedom Sings, a free public concert celebrating the First Amendment with award-winning artists such as Bill Lloyd and Don Henry performing “music they didn’t want you to hear” and “music with a message,” on Tue., October 4, at 7 p.m. in the Massey Performing Arts Center. The concert is sponsored by The Tennessean and Belmont’s New Century Journalism Program.
Cozy up to new Camerata season at Belmont
Now entering its 18th year, Belmont University’s Camerata Musicale has established itself as nothing less than a Nashville treasure. Year in, year out, these adventurous chamber musicians offer creative Monday night programs in the unique intimacy of historic Belmont Mansion. Also unique is the way these inviting programs are free and open to the public. The school’s resident faculty chamber ensemble kicks off its new season [Monday] night, and artistic director Elisabeth Small promises what fans have come to expect. – From The Tennessean, Sept. 26 edition.
Avdiu Sworn in as American Citizen
Congratulations to Mejdi Avdiu, who was sworn in as an American citizen on Friday, August 26. Mejdi works in the library in custodial services.
Stamper Inducted into Hall of Fame
Dr. James Stamper, professor of education and director of student teaching, was inducted this fall to the Wayne County High School (Ky.) Academic Hall of Fame. Stamper’s prolific career as an educator at Belmont University, Vanderbilt University and Carson-Newman College, among many others, led to this honor.
The 1962 student body president and graduate of Wayne County High School was honored at the school’s fall Homecoming activities. He served as grand marshal of the Homecoming Parade, was honored at half-time of the school’s football game, received cards from the country’s kindergartners and was given a key to the city, among a variety of many accolades.
Belmont Athletics Announces Military Appreciation Ticket Program
Belmont University’s athletics program today announces a Military Appreciation Ticket Program, signifying the university’s appreciation for the enormous sacrifice members of the military make to secure and defend our freedoms. All active and retired military personnel and their families will receive free admission to any Belmont home game during the 2005-06 athletic season, includes men’s and women’s basketball games at the Curb Event Center, baseball games at Greer Stadium, and other sports events. “The Belmont athletic department is pleased to announce this program,” said Belmont University Athletic Director Mike Strickland. “The Bruin community greatly respects and appreciates all that armed service members, past and present, do for our country.”
Time Notes Quality of Belmont’s Music Business Program
Time magazine mentions Belmont University as having one of the two best music business schools in the nation, in its current edition. You can see the article in the “Notebook” feature on page 17 of the September 26, 2005, issue, or by clicking the thumbnail image. For more news from the Mike Curb College of Entertainment and Music Business, click here.
Belmont Welcomes Catholic Campus Minister
The Reverend Mr. David Lovell is being welcomed by the Belmont University community as its Catholic Campus Minister, the university announced today. “Deacon Lovell comes to Belmont at an important time, since Catholics are now the largest religious group after Baptists,” said Dr. Todd L. Lake, vice president for spiritual development at Belmont. “Belmont is thrilled to welcome Deacon Lovell as part of our Christian community of learning and service.”
