Sidewalk Tree Planting Beautifies Argiro Student Center South Side

Sidewalk Tree Planting Beautifies Argiro Student Center South Side

Where a plain gravel strip had been at the southern sidewalk of the Argiro Student Center on Keith Wallace Drive, now a row of six stunning 14-foot tall Autumn Blaze Maple trees stand. The old gravel of that strip has been removed and will be replaced with eye-pleasing decorative gravel next week, when the project concludes.

A fully automatic irrigation system will be installed in the next week to ensure that the trees are well watered.

The University thanks the donors who have made this landscaping upgrade possible.

 

 

Haley Spitzfaden—Building Community at MUM

Haley Spitzfaden—Building Community at MUM

MUM student Haley Spitzfaden (photo by Barry Dale Gilfry)

With members of the MUM Student Government
(photo by Barry Dale Gilfry)

With MUM President John Hagelin at the Kiev peace summit

 

Haley Spitzfaden grew up in New Hampshire, and in high school she was the editor of the school newspaper, worked on every theatre production, sang in five choirs, played soccer, worked multiple jobs, and took advanced placement classes at the same time. She says her lifelong practice of the Transcendental Meditation® technique has helped her through her hectic schedule.

When she came to MUM, Haley decided to prioritize the activities she is truly passionate about and not put as much pressure on herself. “Learning the TM-Sidhi program helped me to settle back down into my Self,” she said. “I have realized that listening to my heart is a really important aspect of functioning in day-to-day life, because I had the tendency to overbook myself.”

Haley, who serves on the MUM Student Government, now pours her energy into two projects. Her first goal is to build a bridge between students and opportunities in the Transcendental Meditation organization so that students can participate in mutually beneficial internships.

One of these opportunities arrived last June when she was invited to attended a peace summit in Kiev, Ukraine, organized by the Global Union of Scientists for Peace and headed by MUM President John Hagelin. Haley plans to use this experience as an inspiration for other students to get involved. In addition, as a student of media and communications, she hopes to use her film and writing skills in support of David Lynch Foundation Television.

Haley’s second goal is to foster team-building skills and school spirit within the MUM student body. With alumnus Chris Grace she created the MUM Cup Tournament, a year-long multi-event team contest that includes Harry Potter-inspired live-action adventure quests and community service projects. Teams are assembled from various demographics and earn points toward winning the MUM Cup.

In her free time, Haley enjoys rock climbing and is the treasurer of MUM’s Rock Climbing Club.

Henn Mansion Repairs in Progress

Henn Mansion Repairs in Progress

 

 

Restorative work has begun on improvements to the interior and exterior of Henn Mansion, the University’s elegant two-story brick Greek Revival house (built in 1858) that houses Human Resources, Development and other important departments.

The same contractor that is building the 120-seat open-air amphitheater east of the Argiro Student Center has been retained for the Henn improvements, which include extensive roof and gutter repair. When the work is completed, it will free up additional office space and make the building even more dignified and presentable to staff, faculty and students.

Radiance Dairy Products in Annapurna Diet

Radiance Dairy Products in Annapurna Diet

Radiance Dairy is Fairfield’s organic, sustainable, 730-acre dairy farm that features grass-fed animals and produces delicious milk and cheese products.

MUM students, staff, and faculty have been fortunate in enjoying delicious Radiance Dairy products served in the Annapurna dining facility for many years. Funds to support the purchase of these products come out of the University’s operating budget, which draws from the Annual Fund. Because we’ve been able to meet our Annual Fund goals for the past few years, we’ve been able to continue to offer the great luxury of these nourishing products for the enjoyment and improved health of students, staff and faculty