August 2006,
Volume 2, Issue 2
Alumni Spotlight: A Half Century Later, St. Edward's Remains Close to the Heart
MSOLE Program Celebrates Five Years of Success
MAHS Grads Launch Alumni Chapter
New Scholarship Program Honors Dedicated Accounting Professor
Alumni Award Nomination Deadline Fast Approaching
Mission Possible! 2006 Alumni Leaders Conference
Generous Alumni Drive Impressive Results for The St. Edward's Fund
Alumni Night at the Ballpark Events Score Big with Attendees
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A Catalyst for the Future
Don't miss your chance to be among the first to see the John Brooks Williams Natural Sciences Center-North Building on Friday, Sept. 8 from 1:30-3 p.m. Our Grand Opening celebration includes a building dedication and opening remarks at 1:30 p.m., followed by self-guided tours of the facility. See cutting-edge science experiments being conducted by faculty and students in the center's "see through" laboratories and classrooms, and check out DiVine, a 9-foot tall "vine" that remains incognito until she springs to life, leaping from nearby trees and walls. Free ice cream will be served.
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| Sept. 27 |
Graduate School Admissions Overview
This is the first in a series of programs, titled How to Boil Water, for young alumni. Each month, the program will examine a different issue or topic of importance to this group and offer helpful tips and strategies. First up is a look at what it takes to get into and succeed at graduate school. RSVP for the Graduate School Admissions Overview to Allyson Schaeffer, ’03, at 512-428-1224.
Location: Mabee Ballroom, Ragsdale Center
Time: 5:30-6:30 p.m.
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| Sept. 30 |
Alumni Night at the Ballpark with the Washington Nationals
Alumni Night at the Ballpark is back. Join fellow alumni to cheer on the Nationals as they battle the New York Mets. Ticket price includes reserved seats and a pre-game picnic inside the stadium. Invite your friends and bring the whole family. Play ball!
Location: RFK Stadium (directions)
2400 East Capitol Street, SE
Washington, D.C. 20003
Time: Picnic starts at 5:30 p.m.
Opening pitch is at 7:05 p.m.
Cost: $20 per ticket
(a $6 savings to you and your guests)
RSVP: By Sept. 22 to the Office of Alumni and
Parent Programs or 800-964-7833 |
| Oct. 14 |
San Antonio Chapter Community Service Project
Celebrate Founder's Day with fellow alumni and enjoy a brunch for the Holy Cross Brothers at Andersen House. Enjoy a meal prepared by the brothers! RSVP by Oct. 6 to seualumni@stedwards.edu or 512-464-8827.
Location: Andersen House
320 Brahan Bouelvard
San Antonio, TX 78215
Time: 11 a.m.-1 p.m. |
| Oct. 18 |
Career Grooves for Young Alumni
Network, meet with fellow alumni and gain valuable insights into how to succeed professionally with the university's Career Grooves events. On Oct. 18, we'll host a networking night for the arts and entertainment industry. Contact Allyson Schaeffer, ’03, at 512-428-1224 to reserve your spot.
Location: Maloney Room, Main Building
Time: 6:30-7:30 p.m. |
| Oct. 21 |
Second Annual Hilltopper Golf Tournament
Join us for the 2006 Hilltopper Golf Tournament and support the future of varsity athletics at St. Edward's University with President George E. Martin, coaches, and team members. Lunch will be served at noon. Cost is $150 per person and includes lunch, golf, dinner and live music. Dinner-only tickets are available for $25. Silent and live auctions will take place during dinner. RSVP by Oct. 18 to Scott Abel.
Location: Golf Club at Circle C
7401 Highway 45
Time: Lunch will be served at noon.
Modified scramble starts at 1:30 p.m.
Dinner, auction & music begin at 6 p.m. |
| Oct. 21 |
Dallas/Ft. Worth Chapter
Community Service Project
Help raise money for breast cancer research and education by participating in the Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure®. Come out and make a difference - and enjoy a lunch for the St. Edward's participants following the walk. Volunteers will donate a $30 entrance fee, encourage friends and family to participate, and walk as a group. RSVP by Oct. 13 to seualumni@stedwards.edu or 800-393-5854.
Location: 8687 North Central Expressway
Dallas, TX
Time: Lineup is at 7:45 a.m.
Walk begins at 7:45 a.m. |
| Oct. 21 |
Chicago Chapter Community Service Project
In recognition of Founder's Day, join fellow alumni downtown to sort food for the Greater Chicago Food Depository followed by lunch. RSVP by Oct. 13 to seualumni@stedwards.edu or 512-464-8827.
Location: 4100 W. Ann Lurie Place
(formerly W. 42 nd Place )
Chicago , IL
Time: 8:45 a.m.-noon |
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