Volume VII; Issue 10
Making More Memories - Forever Mount  Another commencement ceremony is behind us, and with it came wonderful additions to our alumni family. We welcome them to our close-knit community and share that being an alumni comes with responsibilities. We encourage all of our alumni to remain connected and to give back to the University in a manner that is appropriate for them. Mount has given so much to so many of us, and I thank you all for your role in making the "Mount Union experience" happen for another set of graduates.
Enjoy the beginning of summer, and if your travels take you anywhere near Alliance, I welcome you to stop by the Office of Alumni Relations and University Activities to visit. We would be thrilled to see you and show you around campus.
Please join me in congratulating the class of 2011. We are very proud of our graduating seniors.
Anne (Zimmer '95) Graffice
Director of Alumni Relations and University Activities
 Featured Alumni Profile
Each month, we take a moment to share a brief story about one of our own to show you why we are so proud of our alumni across the globe.
This month we are featuring a faculty member at Mount Union - Martin Horning '71, professor of economics, accounting and business administration, who is retiring after 32 years of service.
View a part of the tribute given to Martin by members of the campus community.
 Featured Event - 50th Class Reunion
Members of the Class of 1961 came back to campus this past weekend to celebrate their 50th class reunion! They had the opportunity to be reacquainted with fellow classmates followed by a tour of campus - my how campus has grown! The highlight of the day was a reunion dinner where everyone had the opportunity to say what they had been doing the past 50 years.
Several members of the class participated in the 165th Commencement Ceremony with current graduates. It was a touching moment when Dr. Richard F. Giese recognized the class - a tradition we look forward to sharing with you in the future as well.
Save The Date - October 8 - Reunions During Homecoming and Alumni Weekend  Reunions are definitely a highlight of the day. Milestone reunions will be held for class years ending in 1s and 6s, but as always, all alumni are invited back to campus to reunite and experience campus.- The Class of 1986 will be celebrating its 25th class reunion this year and the Class of 1976 will be celebrating its 35th class reunion. Be sure to watch for details organized by classmates on additional activities scheduled that weekend! If you're interested in organizing additional events for your milestone reunion, contact the Office of Alumni Relations and University Activities.
Check the website often for an up-to-date schedule as activities will be added this summer. "Did You Know ..." - There are 916 trees on campus and no leaves are taken to the landfill
- "Mardi Gras" was the gala event in 1961 - this year's 50th reunion class
- "Welcome to Magic Kingdom" was the homecoming theme for the Class of 1986
- There are 9.4 miles of sidewalks on campus
- All alumni are invited back to campus for Homecoming and Alumni Weekend 2011.
New programs During the University of Mount Union Board of Trustees' spring meeting it approved to add a bachelor of science of nursing to the institution's degree offerings and to add men's and women's lacrosse teams to the intercollegiate athletic program.
The proposed four-year program, also approved by the faculty of the institution, stems from Mount Union's strategic initiative to build a curriculum for the future, with a particular focus on health-related programs. It also meets the five criteria the University has established for new programs - it is mission compatible, draws sufficient student interest, provides significant career opportunities for graduates, enhances or maintains the current academic profile of the student body and is fiscally responsible. The University expects to launch the program in fall 2013. Starting in the fall of 2011 lacrosse will be offered as a club sport, with men's and women's varsity competition beginning in 2012-13. Searches for head coaches of both teams will start immediately, and once hired, those coaching staffs will spend the 2011-2012 Academic Year recruiting.  Legacy Information Request
It's NEVER too early to share the Purple Raider pride! Assist us in contacting your high school student or younger children by confirming we have their information on file! Update your alumni profile online or contact our office at alumni@mountunion.edu.
See ways the Office of Alumni Relations and University Activities contacts your children. We can't wait to share the advantages of coming to mom and/or dad's alma mater!
Keep Us Posted! We would love to hear from you! Keep in touch with friends and stay current on what is happening on campus by updating your alumni information.
Purple Raiders Central (official alumni site) Check out all things ALUMNI online at Purple Raider Central! Register for access to alumni-only areas including online event registration, discussion board, job board and more ... plus the ability for you to see and update your profile! From the main website, click on "Purple Raiders Central" located on the left side navigation bar on the "Alumni and Friends" page.
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