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A Note from the Office of Alumni Relations
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Greetings from the Hill, and Happy March!
This week is Spring Break for our students. While it's not yet spring here at IU, we're looking forward to the colorful flowers, budding trees, and of course - warmer weather! And don't forget to "Spring Forward" on March 8, as Daylight Savings Time begins.
Spring is just 20 days away. We hope you'll take a break of your own and visit campus soon!
Lenten Reflection Booklet Available Online
The Office of Campus Ministry has published this year's Lenten Reflection Booklet, which is available online for all who wish to view it. You can view and read the booklet here. New this year, an audio version is also available; listen to the audio version online, here.
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So much has been happening in the world of athletics here at Immaculata. To catch the most up-to-date information, check out the most recent edition of the Mighty Mac Week in Review.  After qualifying for their sixth straight Colonial States Athletic Conference (CSAC) postseason on the regular season's final day, the sixth seeded Immaculata men's basketball team hoped to claim their first playoff victory since 2012. The third seeded Centenary (15-11) outscored the Mighty Macs, 48-35, in the second half to deal IU a 72-63 season-ending defeat. Read More The No. 2 Immaculata women's basketball team is heading back to their second straight Colonial States Athletic Conference (CSAC) Championship game after a 74-46 triumph over No. 3 Gwynedd Mercy on Wednesday, February 25, in front of a packed house at Alumnae Hall. The Mighty Macs used a 22-7 run to open the second half to break open a six-point game at halftime en route to the victory. For the second season in a row, IU travelled to Cabrini on Saturday, February 28, for the CSAC Championship game and the CSAC's automatic NCAA bid. Read More about the CSAC Championship game on the Athletics Website, here. Let's Go Macs!
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Just 2 weeks left: Don't Forget to Vote!
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There are only two weeks left for voting for the new members of the Alumni Board of Governors. Have you cast your vote yet?
Voting takes just a few minutes, and will be close on March 15, 2015. Learn more here.
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Networking & Leadership Event
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The Offices of Alumni Relations and Career Development from the Southeastern Pennsylvania Consortium for Higher Education invite all alumni to an evening of networking at the members-only Pyramid Club in Philadelphia on Thursday, April 16. Space is limited; learn more and register today.  This event is sponsored in part by Liberty Mutual Insurance. IU Alumni - did you know you can get a discount on auto insurance through Liberty Mutual? Learn more about this and other benefits for our alumni online.
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Register Today - Special March Discount
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Did you miss the 20% registration discount in February? Not to worry, you can still save 10% on your registration through the month of March!
All alumni are invited to Alumni Reunion Weekend. Online registration is now available with discounted rates for a limited time! Visit the Alumni Reunion Weekend site and register today!
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Cue & Curtain Players Present Spring Children's Theatre
Immaculata University's Cue & Curtain Players are proud to present What's a Wolf to Do? for their Spring Children's Theatre Production from March 25-29. Based on the books Little Red Riding Hood, Goldilocks and the Three Bears, and The Three Little Pigs, this production is sure to delight all in attendance. Come join us in this merry musical romp through three favorite fairy tales that converge into a most unusual, happy ending! Learn More
Empty Bowls Dinner
Join us for a night of helping others while sampling soup from local restaurants. The Empty Bowls Dinner will be held on March 26 from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m., and benefits the West Chester Food Cupboard. Tickets are $10 for adults, and $5 for students. For more information or to purchase tickets, contact Dr. Melanie Kisthardt by email by clicking here.
Accepting Applications for Fall 2015: New Ed.D. Program in Higher Ed with a concentration in Nursing Education
Immaculata University will begin offering a new doctoral program in Nursing Education within its Higher Education Ed.D. program beginning in Fall 2015. Applications are now being accepted; Learn More Here
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Educational Opportunities
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Walk-In Wednesday for adult undergraduates
Join us for "Walk-In Wednesday" on March 4 to learn about how you can finish your degree at Immaculata. Learn More
Nursing Information Session
Immaculata University's College of Undergraduate Studies will host an information session for prospective nursing students on Tuesday, March 17, from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. in Room 127 of Loyola Hall. Read More
Graduate Open House
Immaculata University's College of Graduate Studies will host an open house on Wednesday, March 18, in the Great Hall of Lourdes Hall on the University's campus. A buffet dinner will be served at 5:30 p.m., and an information session will begin at 6 p.m. Find Out More
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Earlier this week, an announcement was sent out the members of the campus community.
The Maxis Challenge is here - Learn More.
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Did You Know...Women's History Month is celebrated during March in the United States, the United Kingdom, and Australia, corresponding with International Women's Day on March 8.
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Mighty Mac Trivia
Who was the first female president of Immaculata University?
Replies will be entered into a monthly drawing for a prize. Don't forget to include your contact information!
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And the Answer Is...
In the last edition of "Highlights from the Hill" we asked the following Mighty Mac trivia question:
"This building opened on February 11, 1950. What was the name of this building when it opened?"
The Answer: Bethany
Thank you to all who participated!
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Congratulations!
Congratulations to Laurie Kusma '79, winner of the February Mighty Mac Trivia Contest!
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