Making More Memories - Forever Mount 
Congratulations to recent grad Aubree Jones and soon to be senior Mary Mahoney on their National Championships! We are so proud of all of our Purple Raiders! Read below for the whole story - it was truly a great season for all.
The summer "facelift" of campus has begun. Students had barely begun their exodus on state Route 62, when the Physical Plant began re-painting dorm rooms and hallways, the Office of Information Technology initiated their summer efforts to further enhance our technological capabilities and those of us in the alumni office began planning for the fall and beyond. Check us out this summer, either on campus or off. We welcome drop-ins for tours (and lunch) and will be on the road this summer in our Raider Summer Series of events in Alliance, Akron, Cleveland and Canton. Whatever your summer plans, we wish you safe travels and good times.
GO RAIDERS!
Best,
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 2004 grad Eddis Singleton, a six-time All American and three-time Division III NCAA National Champion in swimming. He is currently training with the Lake Erie Silver Dolphins with an eye on the 2012 Olympics. The Olympic Trials take place from June 25-July 2.
View his website for details about his training. Good Luck Eddis!
Congratulations Mount Union Women Placing Third at NCAA Track and Field Championships; Best Team Finish in School History
Junior Mary Mahoney (Ashtabula/St. John-St. Paul) earned All-American honors in three events and headlined the day by winning the national title in the 200 meters. Senior Aubree Jones (Falconer, N.Y./Falconer) won the national title in the discus with a school-record throw of 153-10. Read the entire story and view their podcasts.
Upcoming Events
Visit Purple Raiders Central for details on all things alumni.
Mount Union's National Wear Purple Day
June 9(Rescheduled from the rained out April 28 game)
Join in on the fun and Paint the Park Purple at 7:05 p.m. at Canal Park for the Akron Aeros vs. Altoona Curve game. Rain checks can be exchanged at the box office window that night for those who have April 28 tickets.
M Club Annual Golf Outing
July 7
M Club members, alumni, Century Raiders, parents and Raider fans are welcome to participate in the annual golf outing at Tannenhauf Golf Club in Alliance. This event will help to support Raider athletic programs. Check the website for details and registration information.
Football Fan Bus Trip
August 31- September 1
Let us do the driving to Franklin, IN to cheer on the Raiders at their season opener at Franklin College. The bus departs at 10 a.m. on Friday, August 31 and returns following the game on September 1. View the website for more information. Reserve your seat by August 24.
Homecoming and Alumni Weekend 2012
October 13
Make plans with family and friends to come back to campus for all the festivities on October 13. View the schedule of events online including the 29th annual Run-A-MUC, Alumni Brunch featuring legacy families and alumni award winners plus specific alumni games, reunions for everyone and milestone reunions for grad years ending in 2s and 7s. Also, the fun photo booth is back! Forever Mount.
Calling all authors!
Published Mount Union grads are invited to participate in a special book signing held on campus during Homecoming and Alumni Weekend 2012. We are working with the University Store to have a display and books available. If interested in participating, contact the Office of Alumni Relations and University Activities at alumni@mountunion.edu with details including title of book and publisher. Exceptional Connections
The University of Mount Union recently launched a cutting-edge networking site, Exceptional Connections, in an effort to provide career-mentoring opportunities for Mount Union students. The site will help strengthen relationships by allowing users to connect with Mount Union students, alumni, faculty and friends of the University.
This joint effort between the offices of Alumni Relations and University Activities and Career Development provides opportunities to allow alumni from all over the world to actively connect and make a difference in the lives of our current students as they navigate down career paths.
The initial launch, currently underway, is directed towards alumni in order to build up the networking database before students start registering ... join today!
In the News...
Three Members of Class of '62 Shared Alumni Title
As they celebrated their 50th class reunion, three members of the Mount Union Class of 1962 reflected on something else they had in common - each served as alumni director at different times.
Two Employees to Present Grants Workshop
Two University of Mount Union professors will have an opportunity to share about their field at the American Sociological Association's annual meeting in Denver, CO in August.
Trash to Treasure Sale
University of Mount Union volunteers raised $1,961.65 to benefit the United Way of Greater Stark County during the University's fourth annual Trash to Treasure sale held recently.
Mount Union offers matching challenge
This spring, a group of generous University of Mount Union alumni are challenging alumni, parents and friends to double their impact by donating to the Mount Union Fund.
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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. Purple Raiders Central - The official alumni site.
Check out all things ALUMNI online at Purple Raider Central! 
