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falcon imageOn March 21, the Falcon community will come together to move Bentley forward and raise more than $650,000 — making this the biggest giving day in Bentley’s history and beating our best from last year. There will be many events and activities happening on campus to celebrate the day! You can enjoy a sweet treat at Donuts and Donors, stop by Falcons Forward Headquarters and walk away with some swag, toast to our efforts at the Pub Night and more.

Last year, 423 faculty and staff participated in Falcons Forward. Let’s beat our best this year when 450 faculty and staff come together to show their support for Bentley! You can give through payroll deduction with a one-time or recurring gift for Falcons Forward. When Falcons flock together, we make a bigger impact. Your gift will be included in any challenge you’re eligible for!

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Standing Room Only at President’s Speaker Series

President Chrite and 500 Bentley community members welcomed Rich Gotham, president of the Boston Celtics, to campus. Gotham’s visit is one of the first events stemming from our new partnership with the Celtics, which also includes opportunities for students to learn about careers in the sports business from industry executives.

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Bentley President Brent Chrite and Celtics President Rich Gotham speak before an audience
Artist's rendering of the new Well-being lounge

Create Well-being Programs with Us!

Bentley faculty and staff are encouraged to submit ideas for programs focusing on social connection and well-being that will help bring the new lounge in Copley North (currently undergoing renovations) to life. Slated to open at the beginning of the fall 2024 semester, the lounge will accommodate at least 35 people in an informal, comfortable space. Amenities will include a kitchen, a screen for video presentations, a soothing waterfall feature and comfortable furniture. 

Do you currently run a program that would be enhanced by holding it in this space? Have an idea for a completely new offering that would enhance student well-being? Or do you simply have a passion or hobby you’d like to share with others? We want to hear about it! Fill out this brief form to share your thoughts. At left, see an artist's rendering of the planned space.

Submit Your Idea          

 

Play Next: the AI in Academia Podcast

Don’t miss "Al in Academia: Navigating the Future," a new podcast where the realms of higher education and artificial intelligence converge. Hosted by Bentley colleagues Gaurav Shah, senior director, academic technology and user experience design, and Noah Giansiracusa, associate professor, mathematical sciences, this series explores the multifaceted impacts, risks, and growing opportunities of Al in the world of academia.

In each episode, they invite a guest to discuss topics around Al that shape teaching, learning, research and academic administration. From ethical considerations to technological breakthroughs, their discussions span the gamut of Al's influence in academia. Guests so far include:

  • Paul Tesluk, provost and vice president for academic affairs

  • Professor Alex Seeman, head of Bentley’s philosophy department

  • Professor Monica Garfield, chair of the computer information systems department

  • Chase Cicchetti, lecturer, finance

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AI in Academia logo in blue and green

Brick campus buildings, early morning sun in springtime

Faculty Promotions Announced

Congratulations to our faculty who recently earned promotions!

Awarded Promotion to Full Professor:

-Casey Hayward (English and Media Studies)

-Christian Rubio (Modern Languages)

-David Szymanski (Natural and Applied Sciences)

-Ari Yezegel (Accounting)

Awarded Tenure and Promotion to Associate Professor:

-Laure Astourian (Modern Languages)

-Alexana “Zana” Cranmer (Natural and Applied Sciences)

-Ronan Gal-Or (Accounting)

-Ahmet Kurt (Accounting)

-Haijing Hao (Computer Information Systems)

-Mareike Möhlmann (Computer Information Systems)

-David Murungi (Computer Information Systems)

Awarded Promotion to Distinguished Lecturer:

-Bryan Snyder (Economics)

 

Welcome New Falcons!
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Welcome to our new Falcons who joined us in the past month!

-John Ahern, Groundsperson 

-Roberto, Arevalo, Building Services Worker

-Luke Chiasson, Police Officer  

-Vincent Ciampolillo, Associate Director, Investigations and Alternative Resolutions

-Andrew James, Sustainability Communications and Engagement Manager

-Jane Kim Donino, Executive Director, Advancement Communications and Donor Relations 

-Evelin M. López Reyes, Building Services Worker   

-Rene Marcotte, Head Club Coach, Women's Volleyball 

-Sergio Molina-Ventura, Building Services Worker  

-Andrew Moran, Dispatcher I   

-Rachel Penn, Program Manager, Data Governance

-Susan Ramsey, Associate Vice President, Development   

-Karen Zuffante Pabon, Senior Advisor, Center for International Students and Services

 

Save the Date

Join us for a Town Hall meeting on: Tuesday, April 23 2:00 – 3:20 p.m. in LaCava Executive Dining Room.  

Bentley Brave Space: A Conversation about Progress at Bentley
Students work in a glass-walled conference room

The Inclusive Excellence Council invites you to join them on: 

Wednesday, April 3 
12:00 – 2:00 p.m. 
Harry’s Pub, Student Center or via Zoom

Lunch provided for in-person attendees

Three years ago, Bentley University reaffirmed its commitment toward racial equity and justice with the release of the "Framing for the Future: Committing to Racial Equity at Bentley" Discovery Document, produced by the Racial Equity Task Force. 

As we approach the third anniversary of this crucial moment, the Inclusive Excellence Council is pleased to share a community update on the strides made since the document's publication. They invite you to join them on April 3, 2024, for an open meeting to discuss our progress and reflect on our journey thus far.         

Register

From the Newsroom

Rainbow Scholars Program Named NASPA Program of the Year

Bentley University's Rainbow Scholars program, a collaborative effort between the Gender and Sexuality Student Programs (GSSP) Office and the Center for Women and Business (CWB), earns recognition from the National Association of Student Personnel Administrators.

 

 

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Meet our Faculty Award Winners

Discover the exceptional faculty members who have been honored with university awards over the past year, celebrating their outstanding research, teaching and scholarly contributions at Bentley.

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