The winter season is making its way to Muskingum. There's a buzz around campus as students prepare for finals. When they return in January, the doors to Otto and Fran Walter Hall will be open... what an exciting time on campus.
This newsletter is for you, Muskingum's loyal alumni and friends. We'll keep you informed with the latest news from campus and stories about alumni. Our goal is to engage, to inspire and to remind you of why Muskingum is such a special place.
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| The Art of Being a Muskie:
Designing from the Heart |
 | | Marsha designs and fabricates furniture at this custom upholstery shop in Manhattan. |
Earlier this year, the magazine Elle Décor devoted its cover to the newly-renovated Martha's Vineyard beach home of actress Meg Ryan.The interior designer that Ryan chose for the eighteen-month long renovation and decoration project was Marsha Russell '72.
Marsha is the founder and owner of Satinwood Ltd, an interior design firm in Bedford, New York whose clients include prominent figures in business, the professions and the arts. Satinwood's business has developed entirely through word-of-mouth, ever since Marsha first earned recognition for the renovation of her own Bedford home. Read the full story |
You Must Play to Win
Coach Newberry's Autobiography
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 You Must Play to Win! A Coach's Journey from the Pit to the Pinnacle
Legendary Muskingum coach Donna Newberry's autobiography, written with the assistance of Muskingum English professor Jane Varley, will be released in January.
Newberry's book provides first-person perspectives on the dramatic expansion of women's sport at Muskingum during her presence, her acclaimed success at coaching women's basketball and softball, and her personal pursuit during summers of "experiential learning" adventures. Read more about the book. |
| Fifty Years of Innovation - WMCO | |
WMCO's yearlong celebration of its 50th anniversary began at Homecoming in October.
Alumni attended an open house at the station's headquarters in Philip and Betsey Caldwell Hall and rode on the WMCO float in the Homecoming parade. The grandchildren of WMCO's founder, Board of Trustees President Hal W. Burlingame '62, did a live broadcast from the Geyer Studio.
Many more activities will be held throughout the year, including special events during Alumni Weekend June 17-19, 2011.
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| Alumni Gatherings |
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Muskingum alumni are everywhere - around the country, around the globe and in our own neighborhoods. So we're hosting alumni gatherings where you can connect and reconnect, network and reminisce, and find out what's happening on campus. Muskies attended four alumni gatherings between August and November of this year. Events were held in the St. Clairsville, Ohio area in August, the Toledo, Ohio area in September, the Detroit area in October and the Pittsburgh area in November. There will be more events throughout the spring of 2011, so check our website frequently to find an event near you. FUN FACT QUIZ: How many states have Muskingum alumni living in them? Find the answer here. |
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Everyone Deserves a Happy Christmas |
Why is Muskingum such a special place? There are as many reasons for that as there are Muskies.
One reason happens every year between Thanksgiving and finals - Christmas on Campus.
In this annual tradition, students, faculty and staff provide gifts for area children and their families who otherwise would have no Christmas.
Many student organizations - academic, athletic, Greek, honoraries, even entire floors of residence halls - have taken part during the two-decade history of this tradition.
"Everyone deserves a happy Christmas," explained junior Kary Skelley. "We like to give back to the community we live in as well as to our families at home," added sophomore Bethany Sines. Read the full story |
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As you plan gifts for your loved ones this season, consider making a gift that keeps on giving - a charitable gift annuity. Learn more about planned giving.
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e-Newsletter Series The Art of Being a Muskie | |
In this 3-part series, we take a look at some interesting Muskie art careers.
Next story -
Dennis O'Neil '69Read our previous story - Angela Lyonsmith '99 "Healing Through Art" |
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