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October-November 2005 On the heels of a hugely successful Alumni and Family Weekend attended by nearly 1,500 alumni parents, and friends, the AU community continues to move forward and promote dialogue concerning the issues surrounding Dr. Ladner's departure and future governance of the Board of Trustees. A sincere thank you the many of you who have expressed support and concern for your alma mater over the last month. All
the best- |
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Old
friends and new gathered at Alumni Weekend 2005| A
MESSAGE FROM YOUR ALUMNI BOARD PRESIDENT |
| Dear AU Alum-
There is no question that the last few months have been tough. We've heard from many alums, and want you to know that your voices do matter... read story |
| ALUMNI
NEWS |
| Katzen Gala Grand Opening Welcomes 850 to Shining New Arts Center
The sparkle of candlelight. The sheen of gold tablecloths. The shimmer of blue stars floating behind the students who performed for... read story Alumni Weekend Brings Hundreds Back to Campus More than 750 alumni and friends from across the country came back to campus for Alumni Weekend 2005... read story "Golden Eagle" Alumni Celebrate Reunion at New Katzen Arts Center Nearly 70 alumni who graduated more than 50 years ago hugged and exchanged stories old and new as they reunited... read story |
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Cyrus and Myrtle Katzen cut the ribbon to officially open the Katzen
Arts Center on Oct. 20photo by Jeff Watts |
| INTERNATIONAL
NEWS |
| International Family Makes Home in Diversity of South Africa
How many languages are enough? Ask multilingual Holder Wagner, SIS/MS '02, how many he wants his daughter to learn... read story |
| CAMPUS NEWS |
| Library Celebrates Millionth Volume, Faculty and Alumni Authors Bender Library recently exceeded one million volumes with the acquisition of a rare title that was unveiled... read story Students Wash Away Old Laundry Problems with High-Tech E-Suds Remember the days of lugging your overstuffed hamper and heavy bottle of detergent to the opposite end of the hall only to find that every... read story VP Checcio Leaving AU for Fordham Vice President of University Relations Albert Checcio announced on October 31 he is leaving AU to become... read story |
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| More news is available from the American Weekly, AU's student newspaper, The Eagle, and American magazine. | |
The AU library's one millionth volume was announced on Nov. 2 | EVENTS NOT TO BE MISSED |
| Calling All Seattle Alumni!
Don't miss these two great opportunities to get involved with the Seattle Alumni Chapter... get details Second Annual Alumni Thanksgiving Dinner in Paris Join fellow AU alumni living in Paris, as well as alumni from other American and French universities for Thanksgiving dinner... get details Enjoy a private, docent-led tour of the "Monet's London: Reflection on the Thames, 1859-1914" and then dine on a delicious lunch... get details
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Join Baltimore alumni for a day of art and brunch | ALUMNI PROFILE |
Neil Kerwin, Acting President of AU, Discusses AU's Goals, Priorities, Future Neil Kerwin, SPA/BA '71, has worn many hats at AU. The alumnus, a former School of Public Affairs faculty member, and former provost... read story |
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Melissa Reichley |
Mary Mazzuca Associate Director, Alumni Programs 202-885-5925 |
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