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Villa Julie College Newsletter
Spring is in the Air!
April 2008
Greetings!

It's spring fever.  That is what the name of it is.  And when you've got it, you want - oh, you don't quite know what it is you do want, but it just fairly makes your heart ache, you want it so! 
~Mark Twain

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n the spirit of spring, it's time for some spring cleaning!  We've cleaned up the alumni website and we are pleased to announce the new look for Alumni Relations!  You can read more about the changes below and check out our new website at www.vjc.edu/alumni.

We are also looking at cleaning up our online community.  With so many alumni on Facebook, MySpace, LinkedIn, etc., we're trying to learn more about what you want!  We've put together an online usage survey for you to tell us what you're using, and what you would like to see us using in the future. Fill out the survey for an opportunity to help us move forward with our alumni communications.

I look forward to hearing from you!
Nina
Nina Bonano
Alumni Relations and Annual GIving
dev-nina@mail.vjc.edu
(443) 334-2625
Maryland, My Maryland
Invitation
The Spring Celebration was a wonderful success!  The event, which commemorated the 60th Anniversary, raised more than $18,000 to benefit the students of Villa Julie College.  Guests enjoyed an evening of live music by the band Full Circle as they dined on an exquisitely prepared menu.  Both the live and silent auction proved to be exciting throughout the night!  The evening ended with a little dancing and tambourine playing!  It was certainly a night to remember.Carie and Mindy
Bill Talbott and Christine FlaxClaire
A New Look for Alumni Relations
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The Villa Julie alumni page has a new look!  Many thanks goes to the Communications Committee of the Alumni Association Board.  Their dedication to the College has resulted in an amazing new look that is eye catching and informative.  You can update your contact information (and get free stuff), learn more about the Alumni Association Board, nominate a friend for an alumni award, make a gift, check out upcoming events, and so much more!  Please send any comments or suggestions to Nina at dev-nina@mail.vjc.edu.  Go to www.vjc.edu/alumni to find out more! 
Online Usage Survey
Alumni Connections
The Alumni Association Board in cooperation with Villa Julie's Alumni Relations is hoping to learn how best to serve you through the Alumni webpage.  We are hoping to create a way to communicate that is convenient, functional and accessible for all of our alumni in order to increase contact with the entire VJC community.  Your help is greatly appreciated.


Click here to take the online usage survey today!
 
Upcoming Activities:
Click here for a full list of VJC Events
 
April:
A listing of April's upcoming events were included in your last issue.  You can view this issue here in our newsletter archives.

May:
5: ARTAPALOOZA (
for Art alumni),  Cuvilly Faculty-Student Exchange, 4 P.M. Please RSVP before April 21 to Amanda Gingery Hostalka at f-ginger@mail.vjc.edu.

June:
10:
12th Annual Golf Tournament, Greystone Golf Course, White Hall, MD, 8 A.M.  Limited space available.  Sponsorships available.  Contact Kristin Raiswell at dev-kris@mail.vjc.edu or (443) 334-2104.
Artapalooza

Ten years of

 Visual Communication Design at VJC... Let's celebrate!

The Villa Julie Art Department is having a Cinco de Mayo Fiesta. This outdoor ARTAPALOOZA party for employers, Art alumni, students and faculty includes food and drinks, live music, a fabulous garbage bag fashion contest, games and prizes! Dress is casual.

Please RSVP before April 21, 2008, to Amanda Gingery Hostalka f-ginger@mail.vjc.edu.
In This Issue
Maryland, My Maryland
A New Look for Alumni
Online Usage Survey
Upcoming Events
Artapalooza
FREE Stuff!
Library Corner
Wellness Corner
Featured Article
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The Villa Julie alumni page has a new look!  Check it out at www.vjc.edu/alumni.
Join Our Mailing List
FREE Stuff!
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Who doesn't love free stuff?!  All you have to do is fill out the update your contact information form on the new alumni website.  Really!  That's it!  So, start typing to get your free gift today!  
Library Corner
books







Turtle Moon
by Alice Hoffman

Turtle Moon is the perfect escape book. Alice Hoffman's magical tale blends love and suspense in the steamy heat of Verity, Florida. Treat yourself to a beach read, even on a chilly gray day.

-Recommendation by Ginny Polley, VJC Librarian

Wellness Corner
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Did you know a tiny electronic device can help increase your energy, decrease your stress, and increase your weight loss?  Research has shown using a pedometer and setting a specific step goal will increase your level of physical activity.  The Center for Disease Control and Prevention recommends 10,000 steps per day.  That's nearly 5 miles!  So put on your walking shoes and start counting!

College Store

Get your Villa Julie memorabilia today!  The College store is having a sale, and all items are 15-50% off starting April 15.

Regular Hours

Monday - Thursday: 8:30 am - 7:30 pm
Friday: 8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Saturday: 8:30 am - 1:30 pm
Sunday: Closed

store.vjc.edu

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Alumni participation is the key to our great rankings!  Let's keep it up! Show your Mustang pride and support your alma mater today!

www.vjc.edu/GiveToVJC