Two hundred and twenty-one graduates were awarded diplomas during commencement ceremonies Sunday, May 4th at Defiance College. Journalist and author Maria Hinojosa delivered the commencement address.
O’Connell named Defiance College provost Dr. Catharine O’Connell, vice president for academic affairs at Defiance College, will assume the position of Provost of the College on June 1. continue| more news
McMaster Symposium | Collegiate Global Summit 2008 Equality of Opportunity
April 9-11, 2008
Please join the Defiance College community in an extended dialogue about the implications of global democracy and learn how McMaster School Scholars and Fellows are advancing humanity in their work internationally. This three-day event allows students, faculty and other campus and community leaders to reflect on their efforts to address critical global issues and serve humanity.
Keynote Speakers
Baldemar Velásquez & The Honorable Alan Page
The Honorable Alan Page McMaster Symposium | Collegiate Global Summit
Thursday, April 10, 2008 7:00pm
Schomburg Auditorium, Dana Hall
Alan Page is Minnesota’s first African-American Supreme Court Justice. An education advocate, he established a foundation to create equal education opportunities for underprivileged children. He graduated from the University of Notre Dame and was drafted by the Minnesota Vikings. While still in the NFL, he prepared for his post-football days by earning a law degree from the University of Minnesota Law School. Justice Page was first elected to the Minnesota Supreme Court in 1992. He is a member of the Pro Football Hall of Fame and College Football Hall of Fame.
Future Students >>Apply Online
Current Students
Adult Students
Parents & Family
Alumni & Friends ——————— McMaster School
Service Learning ——————— DC Information
Campus Directory
Schomburg Series and NEA present Russel Martin and the Relics
Tuesday, April 8, 2008 7:00pm
Schomburg Auditorium
Russel Martin and the Relics close out Schomburg season
Russel Martin and the Relics will wrap up the 2007-08 Defiance College Schomburg Series when they perform Tuesday, April 8, at 7 p.m. in Schomburg Auditorium. continue
Week 1
Girls Ages 7-17.
Second session is July 21-24.
Camp Cost: $95 per week or $175 for both weeks.
Contact Heach Coach Dic Doumanian at (419) 783-2391.
Can I participate in athletics? What is service-learning? Where will I live on campus? Will I get a job after graduation? Is the campus safe? These and many other questions will be answered as you have the chance to learn about all aspects of the Defiance College campus during various campus sessions. The College's vision calls for an educational experience of engagement - civic, cultural, and learning - for all students. Learn more about the McMaster School for Advancing Humanity, the Carolyn M. Small Honors Program, and the Citizen-Leader Program.
You'll tour campus and have the opportunity to meet with our faculty and learn about all of our academic programs. And if you're still deciding about a major, don't worry. There's a session just for you! And remember ... lunch is on us!
Thinking about transferring to DC? Then visit campus and get answers to your questions. Talk with the Registrar and have an immediate transcript evaluation, learn about transfer merit awards and financial aid, converse with our faculty on major areas of study, learn about our adult programs including the Fast Track program, hear from current transfer students on why they transferred to DC, and tour our growing campus. Accepted transfer students will also schedule their classes for the spring semester during the December Open House and for the fall semester during the April Open House.
Thursday, April 17, 2008 Friday, April 18, 2008 Saturday, April 19, 2008 8:00pm
Defiance Community Auditorium
Sunday, April 20, 2008 2:00pm
Defiance Community Auditorium
Fort Defiance Players to perform "Guys and Dolls" Fort Defiance Players’ April 17 – 20 performance of one of Broadway’s most enduring hits, “Guys and Dolls,” will star two familiar faces to Defiance audiences—and two new relative newcomers. continue
August • Monday, August 11, 2008 Transfer Students
• Tuesday, August 12, 2008 Freshmen
• Friday, August 22, 2008 Final Orientation
You are about to embark on a new and exciting chapter in your life. Defiance College is committed to making this a positive and fulfilling experience for each and every student.
The last step to finalize your Fall Semester 2008 enrollment is for you to schedule your classes and take care of any other items. The Orientation Program is designed to give incoming accepted students and parents a broad overview of the academic and co-curricular programs at Defiance College. continue
Baldemar Velásquez McMaster Symposium | Collegiate Global Summit
Wednesday, April 9, 2008 7:00pm
Schomburg Auditorium, Dana Hall
Baldemar Velásquez founded the Farm Labor Organizing Committee (FLOC) in 1967 and has become a highly respected national and international leader in the farm labor, Latino, and immigrant rights movements. Velásquez has spent his life working for social justice for all peoples. Velásquez holds a B.A. in Sociology from Bluffton University and honorary doctorates from Bowling Green State University and the University of Toledo. Widely recognized for his work, Velásquez is a recipient of a John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation fellowship.
"Life in Occupied Palestine: Eyewitness Stories and Photos" McMaster Symposium | Collegiate Global Summit
Thursday, April 10, 2008 5:30pm
St. John United Church of Christ
"Life in Occupied Palestine: Eyewitness Stories and Photos" will be presented by author Anna Baltzer as part of this year's McMaster Symposium on Thursday, April 10, at 5:30 p.m. in St. John United Church of Christ. Baltzer is the author of Witness in Palestine: A Jewish American Woman in the Occupied Territories. The purpose of her presentation and her book is to provide those interested in the Palestine conflict with critical information and documentation that can be difficult to obtain through mainstream media sources, and to encourage dialogue towards taking action on the issue. Anna's hope is that her presentation and book will also offer a thoughtful perspective given her background as the granddaughter of Polish-born Holocaust refugees. She sees it as her responsibility to expose the injustices of today in light of those of the past. She is a graduate of Columbia University, a Fulbright Scholar, and three-time volunteer with the International Women's Peace Service. Her presentation is free and open to the public.
"Celebrate Diversity" Workshop McMaster Symposium | Collegiate Global Summit
Thursday, April 10, 2008 3:30pm
Schauffler Hall
A workshop on diversity will be offered as part of this year’s McMaster Symposium/Global Summit at Defiance College. “Celebrate Diversity” is the theme of a 90-minute workshop led by Dr. Sandra Golden, assistant professor of education at DC.
The workshop will be held on Thursday, April 10, at 3:30 p.m. in Schauffler Hall on the DC campus. In the session, participants will learn about dimensions of diversity and how to create climates of inclusiveness, define diversity, self-investigate, and develop a diversity action puzzle. “Participants will gain the skills and knowledge to continue the process of self-investigation and inclusiveness,” said Dr. Golden. continue
Trayless Tuesday for Earth Day, April 22, 2008
No trays will be used in the dining hall on Tuesday, April 22, 2008. This will help to reduce the amount of energy, detergent, and water that are used and will make a small contribution to preserving the planet.
Swipe Out Hunger on Wednesday,April 23, 2008
Opportunity to "donate" your evening meal in support of local food pantries. You can swipe for your evening meal, but opt to have a modest dinner instead. The value of your deferred meal will be donated in a bulk donation to local food pantries.
Athlete-Appreciation Day,April 24, 2008
Student athletes can donate canned goods for opportunities to throw a pie in the face of one of the coaches. Donated items will be given to local food pantries.
Session 1
For boys entering grade 2-10 in Fall of 2008.
Camp Cost: $105 for one session or $200 for both sessions.
Contact Head Coach Jon Miller at (419) 783-2346.
Senior Students in Theater Directing Class Present
"Come Blow Your Horn"
Friday, April 18, 2008 Saturday, April 19, 2008 7:30pm
Schomburg Auditorium
Sunday, April 20, 2008 1:30pm
Schomburg Auditorium
Please note the following time changes. The performance, 'Come Blow Your Horn', will be at 7:30 p.m. on Friday, Saturday and 1:30 p.m. on Sunday.
DC theater students to perform ‘Come Blow Your Horn’ Neil Simon’s “Come Blow Your Horn” will be presented April 18-20 by senior students in the Theater Directing class at Defiance College. The three-act comedy will be performed in Schomburg Auditorium at 7:30 p.m. on Friday and Saturday and at 1:30 p.m. on Sunday. Tickets are available at the door for $6 for adults and $5 for students. continue
DC Varsity Softball
vs. Manchester
3:00pm
Defiance, OH
DC Baseball
vs. Manchester
4:00pm
Defiance, OH
Hawaiian Night, April 15th
Students, Faculty, and Staff. Come out and support the Defiance Yellow Jackets baseball and softball team on Tuesday, April 15th. Both teams will be taking on Manchester College. The softball game begins at 3:00PM and the baseball game begins at 4:00PM. During this time the SWARM will be sponsoring Hawaiian Night. So, come to the ball park and support the jackets.
