Because Arcadia: Hipsters, Punks, Artists— Oh, My!

On Nov. 2, Associate Professor Abbey Ryan conducted a live painting demonstration in Grey Towers Castle. Ryan's painting honors the memory of alumna Jami Rodriguez, and proceeds from its auction benefit the Jami Rodriguez Memorial Scholarship at Arcadia.

On Nov. 2, Associate Professor Abbey Ryan conducted a live painting demonstration in Grey Towers Castle. Ryan's painting honors the memory of alumna Jami Rodriguez, and proceeds from its auction benefit the Jami Rodriguez Memorial Scholarship at Arcadia.

Professors Stephanie Watson and Samuel Heifetz played their repertoire for "One Piano, Four Hands." The program included works by Schubert, Gluck, Liszt, Shostakovich, Gershwin, and Lecuona.

Professors Stephanie Watson and Samuel Heifetz played their repertoire for "One Piano, Four Hands." The program included works by Schubert, Gluck, Liszt, Shostakovich, Gershwin, and Lecuona.

Student Programming Board hosted the 40th annual Mr. Beaver Beauty Pageant. This year's theme was "The Beavers Grimm." Photo by Ashley Selig '19.

Student Programming Board hosted the 40th annual Mr. Beaver Beauty Pageant. This year's theme was "The Beavers Grimm." Photo by Ashley Selig '19.

During this year's Parents Forum, faculty, staff, and families discussed informational programs, social activities, and communication between parents and University administration. Photo by Remi Frisby '19.

During this year's Parents Forum, faculty, staff, and families discussed informational programs, social activities, and communication between parents and University administration. Photo by Remi Frisby '19.

Arcadia University’s student-athletes competed for prizes and entertained audience members at Knight Madness on Nov. 5. Photo by Remi Frisby '19.

Arcadia University’s student-athletes competed for prizes and entertained audience members at Knight Madness on Nov. 5. Photo by Remi Frisby '19.

The 15th Annual Charles M. Magistro Professionalism Lecture speaker was Patricia L. Scheets, PT, DPT, MHS, NCS, director of Quality and Clinical Outcomes for Infinity Rehab, a leading provider of clinically intensive, comprehensive physical, occupational, and speech therapy. Photo by Charity Frye '21.

The 15th Annual Charles M. Magistro Professionalism Lecture speaker was Patricia L. Scheets, PT, DPT, MHS, NCS, director of Quality and Clinical Outcomes for Infinity Rehab, a leading provider of clinically intensive, comprehensive physical, occupational, and speech therapy. Photo by Charity Frye '21.

Students celebrated Diwali and enjoyed dinner and festivities with President Nair and his family. Photo by Ashley Selig '19.

Students celebrated Diwali and enjoyed dinner and festivities with President Nair and his family. Photo by Ashley Selig '19.

The 25th annual Empty Bowl Benefit Dinner benefited the Philadelphia Interfaith Hospitality Network, a local agency that provides temporary shelter and food to homeless families, and Rise Against Hunger, an international program which facilitates crisis response, nutritious meals, and empowerment initiatives in areas affected by poverty or natural disasters.

The 25th annual Empty Bowl Benefit Dinner benefited the Philadelphia Interfaith Hospitality Network, a local agency that provides temporary shelter and food to homeless families, and Rise Against Hunger, an international program which facilitates crisis response, nutritious meals, and empowerment initiatives in areas affected by poverty or natural disasters.

Phi Beta Delta, an annual induction ceremony for the International Education Honor Society, was held Nov. 16. Photo by Ashley Selig '19.

Phi Beta Delta, an annual induction ceremony for the International Education Honor Society, was held Nov. 16. Photo by Ashley Selig '19.

The Office of International Affairs hosted a Thanksgiving dinner for international students in the Grey Towers Castle on Nov. 19. Photo by Ashley Selig '19.

The Office of International Affairs hosted a Thanksgiving dinner for international students in the Grey Towers Castle on Nov. 19. Photo by Ashley Selig '19.

CCEC students set up "Social Justice Stations" related to environment, housing and homelessness, education, food insecurity, incarceration rates, medical issues, and animal rights and welfare.

CCEC students set up "Social Justice Stations" related to environment, housing and homelessness, education, food insecurity, incarceration rates, medical issues, and animal rights and welfare.

Fall Fest Carnival hosted by Arcadia's student organizations was filled with foods, crafts, and activities available for guests of all ages. Photo by Ashley Selig '19

Fall Fest Carnival hosted by Arcadia's student organizations was filled with foods, crafts, and activities available for guests of all ages. Photo by Ashley Selig '19

Arcadia University First Friday Concerts in the Castle kicked off with the Arcadia Jazz Faculty Ensemble, a versatile group who are equally comfortable in classical, jazz, world, musical theater, and rock music. Photo by Ashley Selig '19

Arcadia University First Friday Concerts in the Castle kicked off with the Arcadia Jazz Faculty Ensemble, a versatile group who are equally comfortable in classical, jazz, world, musical theater, and rock music. Photo by Ashley Selig '19

Magician Trent James brought his “classic magic show” and high-energy performance. Photo by Ashley Selig '19

Magician Trent James brought his “classic magic show” and high-energy performance. Photo by Ashley Selig '19

The Department Psychology hosted their annual Psi Chi Annual Induction Ceremony in the Grey Towers Castle. Photo by Ashley Selig '19

The Department Psychology hosted their annual Psi Chi Annual Induction Ceremony in the Grey Towers Castle. Photo by Ashley Selig '19

Office of Institutional Diversity welcomed back an alumna, Elishia Peterson, '09 to celebrate the publishing and inaugural public reading of her first book “Blacklisted: 12 Men Facing Stigma and Success” a collection of 126 poems that encompasses the realness of being a black man in America. Photo by Remi Frisby '19.

Office of Institutional Diversity welcomed back an alumna, Elishia Peterson, '09 to celebrate the publishing and inaugural public reading of her first book “Blacklisted: 12 Men Facing Stigma and Success” a collection of 126 poems that encompasses the realness of being a black man in America. Photo by Remi Frisby '19.

The Honors Program as welcomed Dr. Paul Zeitz as the first Executive in Residence. The author of Waging Justice: A Doctor's Journey to Speak Truth and Be Bold, he is a leader in the global justice and HIV/AIDS advocacy.

The Honors Program as welcomed Dr. Paul Zeitz as the first Executive in Residence. The author of Waging Justice: A Doctor's Journey to Speak Truth and Be Bold, he is a leader in the global justice and HIV/AIDS advocacy.

The Arcadia community celebrated a new chapter in its history with the inauguration of its 22nd President, Dr. Ajay Nair.

Inauguration Week started on Oct. 8 with the LGBTQ+ Awareness and Ally Workshop hosted by the Office of Institutional Diversity. Photo by Ashley Selig '19.

Inauguration Week started on Oct. 8 with the LGBTQ+ Awareness and Ally Workshop hosted by the Office of Institutional Diversity. Photo by Ashley Selig '19.

On Tuesday, Oct. 9, "Cuentos: The 20G Gang," a documentary about the oldest Puerto Rican neighborhood in Pennsylvania, was screened in the Murphy Hall. This event was hosted by the Office of Institutional Diversity.

On Tuesday, Oct. 9, "Cuentos: The 20G Gang," a documentary about the oldest Puerto Rican neighborhood in Pennsylvania, was screened in the Murphy Hall. This event was hosted by the Office of Institutional Diversity.

On Wednesday, Oct. 10, Sister Helen Prejean, author of "Dead Man Walking: An Eyewitness Account of the Death Penalty in the United States," discussed social justice and the death penalty at Arcadia as the 2018 Common Read speaker.

On Wednesday, Oct. 10, Sister Helen Prejean, author of "Dead Man Walking: An Eyewitness Account of the Death Penalty in the United States," discussed social justice and the death penalty at Arcadia as the 2018 Common Read speaker.

On Wednesday, Oct. 10, Sister Helen Prejean, author of "Dead Man Walking: An Eyewitness Account of the Death Penalty in the United States," discussed social justice and the death penalty at Arcadia as the 2018 Common Read speaker.

On Wednesday, Oct. 10, Sister Helen Prejean, author of "Dead Man Walking: An Eyewitness Account of the Death Penalty in the United States," discussed social justice and the death penalty at Arcadia as the 2018 Common Read speaker.

On Wednesday, Oct. 10, Sister Helen Prejean, author of "Dead Man Walking: An Eyewitness Account of the Death Penalty in the United States," discussed social justice and the death penalty at Arcadia as the 2018 Common Read speaker. After the event, Sister Helen signed copies of her book.

Arcadia University President Ajay Nair, along with California State University, Dominquez Hills President Thomas Parham and Dr. Karen Stout, president of nonprofit Achieving the Dream and former president of Montgomery County Community College, discussed social justice from a presidential perspective.

Arcadia University President Ajay Nair, along with California State University, Dominquez Hills President Thomas Parham and Dr. Karen Stout, president of nonprofit Achieving the Dream and former president of Montgomery County Community College, discussed social justice from a presidential perspective.

Arcadia University President Ajay Nair, along with California State University, Dominquez Hills President Thomas Parham and Dr. Karen Stout, president of nonprofit Achieving the Dream and former president of Montgomery County Community College, discussed social justice from a presidential perspective.

The Inauguration Ceremony and Celebration of President Nair took place on Saturday, Oct. 13. The academic procession of more than 50 institutions of higher education and governing bodies was led by Hamilton Celtic Pipes and Drums.

The Inauguration Ceremony and Celebration of President Nair took place on Saturday, Oct. 13. Left to right: Alison (Aaron) Madsen, Esq., ’85, chair of the Board of Trustees, former president Dr. Jerry Greiner (president, 2004-2011), President Nair, and President Emerita Dr. Bette E. Landman ’04H (president, 1985-2004).

The Inauguration Ceremony and Celebration of President Nair took place on Saturday, Oct. 13.

After the ceremony, attendees were invited to a celebration on Haber Green, which was transformed into a world showcase to represent Arcadia’s global perspective and President Nair’s family heritage.

After the ceremony, attendees were invited to a celebration on Haber Green, which was transformed into a world showcase to represent Arcadia’s global perspective and President Nair’s family heritage.

After Rock the Knight, President Nair led students up Easton Road to the Glenside Knight Food Truck Festival and mural lighting of "Bits and Pieces Too" on Thursday, Oct. 18.

After Rock the Knight, President Nair led students up Easton Road to the Glenside Knight Food Truck Festival and mural lighting of "Bits and Pieces Too" on Thursday, Oct. 18.

A Mummers string band performed at the Glenside Knight Food Truck Festival, after walking with President Nair and students up Easton Road to the Glenside Knight Food Truck Festival and mural lighting on Thursday, Oct. 18.

President Nair joined mural artist David Guinn, adjunct professor of Visual and Performing Arts, Entrepreneurship/Gallery Apprenticeship students and community members for the mural lighting of "Bits and Pieces Too" during the Glenside Knight Food Truck Festival on Thursday, Oct. 18.