Volume VIX

March 2013   

Ways to Get Involved:

Whether you're interested in helping current students, connecting with the University or meeting and working with fellow alumni, the Office of Alumni Relations and University Activities has a place for you!

 

Alumni Association Committees

Assist the Office of Alumni Relations and University Activities further its mission through one of the following committees: Access Alumni (Career), Admissions, Alumni Events, Awards and Nominations, Communications or Reunions. The Executive Board chairs each committee.

 

Alumni Clubs

Clubs are an excellent way for alumni to connect with each other locally through community service projects and socializing

 

Exceptional Connections

Mount Union's web-based program to connect alumni with students, alumni and faculty for career mentoring.

 

LinkedIn Alumni Group

Web-based program for professionals to network.

 

M Club

The varsity letterwinner association supporting current athletic programs through fundraisers and social events.

 

Mount Union Women

Founded to support the education of women through fundraisers to provide scholarships and social outings.

Exceptional Connections Corner  

This program is currently experiencing a server issue. Mount Union's Department of Information Technology is aware of this issue, and we thank you for your patience and understanding as the issue is being resolved.

 

Any connections or registrations that you have attempted in the past few weeks have not been collected through the program. Please try again once the server is repaired.


Memorabilia Request

Don't throw that piece of Mount Union history out! We welcome decent condition Mount Union memorabilia including Unonians and photos that you no longer have space for or found in a relatives attic. Mail items to the Office of Alumni Relations and University Activities, 1972 Clark Avenue, Alliance, OH 44601.


 
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! 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 Cental 

Have you checked out all things ALUMNI online at Purple Raiders Central? Stay connected with classmates, view upcoming events and so much more!

From the main website, click on the Alumni and Friends tab and then click on Purple Raiders Central located on the left side navigation bar.

Keep us posted!

We want to hear from you! Keep in touch with friends and stay current on what is happening on campus by updating your alumni information to ensure you receive newsletters, event mailings and the magazine.

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Happy Spring! (We are almost there!)

 

I am excited to share with you - our alumni, parents and friends - that our Purple Raider family has expanded! It is my sincere pleasure to introduce to you the newest members of our advancement team. We are very fortunate that several of "our own" have joined us in our service to all things Mount Union. Pictured from left to right are Andrew Youtz '09, assistant director of The Mount Union Fund and alumni relations, Elizabeth (Case '93) Johnson, director of The Mount Union Fund and Alana Wolonsky '08, assistant director of major gifts. These three individuals are about as Mount Union as anyone could be, an energetic group who I know you will love the instant you meet them. We are thrilled to welcome them to our team and I hope you will join me in congratulating them when you have the opportunity.

 

Steve Jobs once said "The only way to be truly satisfied is to do what you believe is great work, and the only way to do great work is to love what you do." We are committed to great work here at Mount Union, because we love what we do and who we do it for - OUR STUDENTS AND OUR ALUMNI. 

 

All the best from campus,

 

Anne (Zimmer '95) Graffice

Executive Director of Alumni Relations and The Mount Union Fund

Upcoming Events 

Visit Purple Raiders Central for details on all things alumni plus more upcoming events. 

Florida Alumni Gatherings

March 13-15
Sarasota Luncheon - March 13
Naples Luncheon - March 14
Tampa Dinner and Event - March 15
Alumni and friends in the area are invited to socialize with representatives from Mount Union. Check the website for event details and registration.

 

Reverse Raffle and Silent Auction

March 16
Skyland Pines
Canton, Ohio

A few tickets are still available and you do not need to be present to win! This event is the largest fundraiser M Club holds each year to raise funds to support current Raider athletic programs and an opportunity for coaches, alumni, parents and Raider fans to socialize together.   

 

CareerLink - Stark County Collegiate Job Fair

March 26 
Kent State - Stark Campus

2 - 5 p.m.

Alumni are welcome to attend. Contact the Office of Career Development for more information at (330) 823-8685.

  

Mount United: National Day of Service  

April 20

Calling all alumni! Is there a community service project in your area that you've wanted to assist with? Here's your opportunity for Mount Union alumni, parents and friends across the country to come together to show their volunteer spirit! Check out what cities currently have projects organized and contact the Office of Alumni Relations and University Activities at alumni@mountunion.edu if you are interested in coordinating a project! Publicity and T-shirts will be provided the day of service.

 

April 23

Mount Union's Student Celebration Honoring Our Latest Academic Research is quickly approaching. Students and faculty set aside an entire day to enjoy sessions from undergraduates who have completed outstanding research projects. This event is open to all who are interested in attending. A lunch is available for $6 at 12:30 p.m. in a tent in the Academic Mall (area behind Chapman Hall). Check the website for the schedule of presentations and topics later this month.


Athletic Events 

We invite you to come back to campus to cheer on a team or go to a game if traveling near you. Men's and women's lacrosse have just begun their seasons. Check the athletic website for information. GO RAIDERS!! 

 

Athletic Camp Discounts

NEW THIS YEAR! The Office of Alumni Relations and University Activities is announcing a discount offer to children or grandchildren of alumni who attend a Raider athletic camp hosted by current coaches. Check the athletic website for camp and discount information including how to register - most camps are held during the summer months.

 

#19 Mount Union Women's Track & Field wins 3rd Straight OAC Indoor Track & Field Title; Mahoney OAC Sprinter of Meet For 2nd Straight Year 

No. 19 ranked Mount Union won its third straight and fourth overall Ohio Athletic Conference Indoor Track & Field title Saturday at Ohio Northern University.

 

#6 Mount Union Men's Track & Field Takes Care of Business Wins Record 32nd OAC Indoor Track Title 

No. 6 ranked Mount Union won a record 32nd Ohio Athletic Conference Indoor Track & Field Championship Saturday at Ohio Northern University.

 

Baseball and Softball Head to Florida for Spring Trips March 9-16

Check the athletic website for locations and times to watch the Raiders in action.

 

Fine Arts

Catch a musical or choral performance and the theatre production this upcoming spring. Check the website for specific dates and details.

 

Annual Student Art Exhibit 
March 18 - April 2

Crandall Art Gallery

An artist reception will also be held on March 21 from 4-6 p.m.

 

Department of Theatre Musical "Company"

April 4-6, 11-13, 8 p.m.

April 7, 2 p.m.

To reserve tickets, contact the ticket office at (330) 821-2565.

 

News  

Next week, the University of Mount Union will move forward with construction plans for its new Health and Medical Sciences Building, which will come in the form of a wing on the south end of Bracy Hall along Union Avenue. The project emerged as a priority during the University's campus master planning process, which was carried out in partnership with Cleveland-based architectural and engineering firm Westlake Reed Leskosky. 

 

Annual Sport Sales Workshop Held in Cleveland 

The ninth annual Sport Sales Workshop and Job Fair held February 8 in Cleveland provided numerous opportunities for student attendees to break into the sport business world.

 

The event, presented by the University of Mount Union, the Cleveland Indians and the Cleveland Cavaliers, gave students an opportunity to interact with professionals in the sport business industry.

 

Students Raise Funds for Classmate's Father

Members of Sigma Alpha Epsilon (SAE) are coming together to raise funds for classmate Ben Swope's family. Ben is a sophomore neuroscience and psychology major and member of the men's tennis team and Sigma Alpha Epsilon. Ben's father, Michael Swope, has two failed kidneys, is experiencing heart failure and was recently diagnosed with throat cancer. Brothers of SAE are developing many fundraising initiatives to help offset some of the medical bills.

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