Carlow University in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, is sponsoring the Carlow Round Table 2008 in Carlow, Ireland, during May 26–31, 2008.

You are invited to join your colleagues from the administration and faculty of the conference for Mercy Higher Education Institutions for this exciting opportunity to exchange ideas, information, and methodologies among scholars from diverse disciplines and research backgrounds, who share a common interest in the mission of Mercy education.

Participation is limited to 30. You are invited to submit an abstract for review on the topic: “How does our pedagogy reflect the hallmarks of a Mercy Education?”

The hallmarks of Mercy Education to be addressed are outlined in the Conference for Mercy Higher Education White Paper: "Culture and Characteristics," by Maryann Stevens, RSM, PhD, 6/13/2006. They are:

1. Regard for the dignity of the person
2. Academic excellence and life-long learning
3. Education of the whole person: body, mind, and spirit
4. Through action and education, promotion of compassion and
   justice towards those with less, especially women and children

The conference committee will select from among the abstracts those that will be presented at the conference. Abstract submissions should be E-mailed Mary Onufer, assistant to the graduate dean, Carlow University or mailed to her attention at Carlow University, 3333 Fifth Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15213. Deadline for submission is November 30, 2007.
The selection process and notification of presenters will be completed by
December 15, 2007.

Cost for participation in the Round Table, including a single room and meals, is borne by the invitee or the invitee’s institution. A $2000, fee covers registration, lodging for six nights, six breakfasts, some lunches and dinners, and sightseeing tours. In Carlow town, presenters will be staying at the Seven Oaks Hotel. Transportation to and from Dublin Airport to Carlow at specified times is also included. Registration may be completed and a $200 deposit fee may be made online, or by returning the registration form provided above.

Carlow College is located in Carlow Town, County Carlow, just one hour southwest of Dublin. More information can be found on its Web site: www.carlowcollege.ie.

For more information about the Carlow Round Table 2008, please E-mail Mary Onufer, coordinator.

>>See photos from the 2007 Roundtable