Volume VIII; Issue 2
Making More Memories - Forever Mount  Students are back on campus! Saturday, August 27 was a busy day... we had a blast helping our students move in, and thanks to the great help of Greek life, Sophomore Service and First Year Experience, the morning of move in went VERY well.
We also held our first ever Parent Welcome Picnic and ended the day by "officially" welcoming more than 690 new freshman to campus during the annual Matriculation Convocation Ceremony. Their Mount Union journey is just beginning, so be sure to stay tuned as we follow their college experience. Check out the pictures showing it all ... campus is alive again, and we are ready to go!
Hope to see you at one of our many planned events this fall. GO RAIDERS! Anne (Zimmer '95) Graffice
Director of Alumni Relations and University Activities  Featured Mount Union 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 Mount Union family.
This month, we feature Dr. Richard F. Giese, president of Mount Union. Listen to Dr. Giese's interview with Anne. Featured Events Forever Summer ... Forever Mount Don't say goodbye to summer just yet ... enjoy a wonderful evening with Mount Union alumni, parents and friends! Mount Union Club of Stark County Alumni Gathering  Thursday, September 8
6 p.m. (note time change) Pavilion, Gervasi Vineyard 1700 55th St. N.E., Canton, OH 44721 Event is full; no longer accepting reservations Mount Union Club of Cleveland Alumni Gathering Thursday, September 22 5:30 p.m. Winking Lizard Tavern 14018 Detroit Ave., Lakewood, OH 44107 Reservation Deadline: September 16 Mount Union Club of Columbus Alumni Gathering Friday, October 21 5 - 7 p.m. Terrace, Brio Tuscan Grille at Easton 3993 Easton Station Way, Columbus, OH 43219 Reservation Deadline: October 14  M Club Hall of Fame Inductees Announced
Each year, Mount Union honors a select group of former student-athletes, coaches and athletic supporters with induction into the M Club Hall of Fame.
Members of this year's induction class include Mike Sessor '86 (wrestling), John Topoly '93 (wrestling) and Heather (O'Shea '95) Wayt (track). The M Club will induct its 2011 class on Saturday, Septem�ber 24 at a ceremony at noon at the Fred J. Haupt President's House and during halftime of the Mount Union vs. Wilmington College game, which will kick off at 7 p.m. The event is open to everyone. Tickets for the ceremony are $12 for adults and $6 for children and are avail�able by contacting the Office of Alumni Relations and University Activities at alumni@mountunion.edu or (330) 823- 2030. For game tickets, contact the Office of Athletics at (330) 823-4880.
Alumni Weekend and Homecoming 2011
"Forever Mount"
 All alumni are invited back to campus for Alumni Weekend and Homecoming 2011 and specifically, for the Alumni Brunch. This year's Alumni Brunch will feature service award winners, milestone reunions (1s and 6s), legacy families, the 1951 and 1970 baseball teams and Mount Union Women.
Service awards will be presented to the following worthy-individuals. Dodie Davis Service Award - Sandra Giese
Young Alumni Award - Dr. Mandy (Geddis '98) Capel
McKinley Service Award - Dr. Charles McClaugherty
The cost is $10 for adults and $5 for children (ages 2-9). Pre-registration is requested. Walk-ups will be accepted if space is available. Game day attire is appropriate.
RSVP online for the Alumni Brunch and other events at alumni.mountunion.edu or call (330) 823-2030.
Legacy Families
 Legacy families are important to Mount Union, and the University would like to thank you for your continued loyalty to the institution. Mount Union cordially invites you and your family to be its guests at the Alumni Brunch during Alumni Weekend and Homecoming! This invitation replaces a gathering that in the past was held during Family Day. Join us at the Alumni Brunch!
Saturday, October 8
9:30 a.m.
Tented area of the King Hall parking lot RSVP online by Saturday, October 1 or by calling (330) 823-2030.
"Did You Know ..."  Mount Union is currently changing from a three-credit to a four-credit general education format to allow students to perform independent research, study abroad and other educational opportunities.- Mount Union welcomed 23 new faculty and coaches to campus this fall.
- Beginning in the fall of 2012, Mount Union will offer a master of arts degree in educational leadership (MAEL).
- 285,000 pounds of trash are recycled yearly.
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!
Purple Raiders Central - The official alumni site.  Check out all things ALUMNI online at Purple Raider Central! Register for access to alumni-only areas including online event registration and more. Plus, alumni have the ability to see and update their profiles! From the main website, click on Alumni and Friends and then click on Purple Raiders Central.
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.
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