explore, Fall 1997: Bannan Center (Institute)

Contents: Director\u27s Message; The Origins of the Bannan Center (Institute); History of the Bannan Family; Visiting Scholar; Steering Committee; Bannan Fellows Speak Out; Jesuit Activities in Focus; Lecture Series; Mission Statement Draft; College Education and the Jesuit Tradition; Book Reviews of: Mark R. Schwehn, Philip Gleason, Charles R. Morris; Next Issuehttps://scholarcommons.scu.edu/explore/1009/thumbnail.jp

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Shedding New Light on a Pennsylvania Painter: Finding R. Fibich and His Graveyard

The painting that would become known as the “York Springs Graveyard” (see cover illustration) was sold to Connecticut folk-art collectors Jean and Howard Lipman in about 1939 by Joe Kindig, an antiques dealer from York, PA. The 18” x 24” oil painting on canvas, of mid-nineteenth-century people and carriages at a cemetery, with cattle in the middle distance, is signed “R. Fibich.” The New York State Historical Association, Cooperstown, NY, subsequently acquired the painting from the Lipmans. It was cleaned, documented, studied, and then exhibited at various venues including the Primitives Gallery of Harry Stone (1942); the Union College of Art Gallery, Schenectady (1951); the Museum of Fine Arts of Houston, Texas (1956); the M. Knoedler Gallery, NYC (1956); the Roberson Gallery, Binghamton NY (1966-67); the New York State Fair at Syracuse (1970); the DeCordova Museum, Lincoln, MA (1972); the Whitney Museum, NYC (1974), and Smith College Museum of Art Collection ((1975). In addition to inclusion in The Flowering of American Folk Art: 1776-1976, which was published in conjunction with the 1974 Whitney Bicentennial Exhibit, it also appeared in American Primitive Painting (Metropolitan Miniature Series, 1953) and in Life magazine, where readers were solicited for any information about the artist. The Flowering of American Folk Art: 1776-1976 index of artists’ biographies states “R. Fibich (active c. 1850). Known for a single oil landscape of a York Springs, Pa., graveyard.” [excerpt

International Connections: Resources That Support the Growth and Development of Community Foundations Globally

Documents international linkages between, and support for, the promotion and development of community foundations. Identifies gaps in funding and support

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Change Is Constant in Estate Planning: Reflections of an ACTEC Law Journal Editor

Change is the only constant in the life of a trusts and estates professional. The law changes; the needs of clients change; the methods for achieving certain results change; technology and modes of communication change. So, too, it can be said that change is the only constant running through more than forty years of our organization\u27s flagship publication

Quality & Safety Update: Resident Teams Recognized, New Fellows Initiate Research

Championing quality and safety is an institutional commitment and a critical part of day-to-day operations in the Department of Surgery. Scott Cowan, MD, FACS, Vice Chair for Quality in the Department, shares an update on current initiatives. Fellowship research underway In 2015, the Department launched a Quality & Safety Fellowship Program, with inaugural fellow, Adam Johnson, MD, conducting outcomes research for the Department and the hospital. “In July 2017, Kulvir Nandra, MD, and Megan Lundgren, MD, began their one year terms as Quality & Safety Fellows,” Dr. Cowan says. “Dr. Nandra is focusing on telemedicine and patient ambulation, while Dr. Lundgren is concentrating on professionalism and on increasing the efficiency and feedback process of our error reporting system.” The fellowship program offers surgical residents the opportunity to develop and implement quality and safety projects while earning a Certificate in Quality and Safety through the Thomas Jefferson University School of Population Health. The program was made possible through the generosity of a grateful patient, Tom Wiener, and his late wife, Felice. “I am Patient Safety” Award In 2015, Dr. Cowan and the general surgery residents initiated Quality Based Initiatives Research Teams (QBIRTs) to improve aspects of surgical quality, including reducing post-surgical re-intubation, decreasing surgical site infections in colorectal surgery patients and improving the process of patient information handoffs. This team-based method empowers residents to identify opportunities, design interventions and implement changes quickly and effectively. Earlier this year, the Pennsylvania Patient Safety Authority recognized Jefferson’s QBIRT program with the “I am Patient Safety” award. Jefferson’s program was one of 13 winners selected from more than 180 nominations. Clinical reviews and education Dr. Cowan also lauds Christine Schneider, RN, BSN, CNOR, and Kathleen Shindle, RN, BSN, CCDS, CDIP, for their work as surgical clinical reviewers (SCRs) for the Department of Surgery American College of Surgeons’ National Surgical Quality Improvement Program® (ACS NSQIP®). They regularly review patient charts, record data and follow up with patients about their progress, recovery and any complications from the time of surgery to 30 days post-op. In addition to their roles as SCRs, Christine and Kathleen have been instrumental in promoting the iCough program—an initiative aimed at reducing pulmonary complications among surgical patients. As Christine explains, “We are actively involved in educating patients and providers about the importance of ambulation, using the incentive spirometer and other interventions to help prevent respiratory complications after surgery.” The Surgical Quality and Safety team is inspired by the growing collaboration across Jefferson, Abington and Aria. Dr. Cowan explains, “We have some truly innovative teams working together to implement thoughtful improvements and provide the highest quality care for our patients. It’s a very exciting time!