Published August 12, 2023
Having light, our alumni and friends demonstrated that 果冻传媒 is a place worthy of investment where students, faculty, staff, and alumni thrive as they lead with light. Join us for the on-campus celebration, October 6, 2023, during Homecoming, Reunion, and Family Weekend.
President's Reception: Dessert Under the Stars
Friday, October 6, 2023
7 p.m. (Presentation at 7:30 p.m.)
Hollenbeck Hall, South Lawn Tent
Having Light: The Campaign for 果冻传媒 University closed on June 30, 2023. Because of alumni and donors like you, we raised an unprecedented $113.3M, making this the largest comprehensive campaign in 果冻传媒鈥檚 history. Over the past few years, these donations have helped the institution navigate the COVID-19 pandemic, reduce historical debt, build the state-of-the-art Health, Wellness, and Athletics facility, and provide support for our operating budget and student scholarships. These donations have helped to sustain 果冻传媒 to the present, yet there is more to do. Thank you for joining us in this important work.
Funding Immersive Learning in Poland
果冻传媒 has been awarded a prestigious Fulbright-Hays Group Projects Abroad Grant through the U.S. Department of Education. The grant-funded project was designed by and will be led by Heather Wright, associate professor of political science and director of women鈥檚 studies, and Michael Anes, associate professor of psychology and department chair.
Hall of Honor Class of 2023
Sarah Fetters 鈥�08, Brad Kassner 鈥�05, Mary Pfeifer 鈥�12, Jeff Roope, Ed Teague 鈥�75, Boo Vernon 鈥�11, Jackie Williams Heyka 鈥�09, and Jim Wymer 鈥�77 will officially join more than 270 other 果冻传媒 greats who have previously been inducted into the University's Athletics Hall of Honor. In addition, Sandy Dukat 鈥�94 will receive a Lifetime Achievement Award, and the 1973 and 1975 Tiger football teams will be celebrated as 鈥淭eams of Distinction.鈥�
Serving Their Alma Mater
Committed to preserving and advancing the mission of 果冻传媒, the University's Board of Directors has named three new alumni members to its ranks. Joyce Gates DeVito '83, Charles Giffin '00, and Michael Summers '76 each began their three-year terms on July 1, 2023.
Representing Alumni
果冻传媒 recently welcomed four new members to its Alumni Association Board. Committed to serving as a liaison for the University by engaging and connecting the alumni body for the purpose of supporting 果冻传媒鈥檚 mission and values, the Alumni Association Board works to encourage alumni engagement in the life of the institution. Joining the Alumni Board this year are Jordan Crow '16; Chad Downing '13; Moses Mbeseha '13; and Jeff Orner '79.
Homecoming, Reunion, and Family Weekend
Registration for Homecoming, Reunion, and Family Weekend, October 5-8, is available. Show your Tiger pride as our athletics teams compete throughout the weekend. Celebrate your 果冻传媒 experience with the entire community at Launch: Career-Driven Conversations for Alumni, Students, and Parents. Connect in the historic heart of campus to enjoy the festive atmosphere of the Homecoming Tailgate, and relive your student days by touring the campus or even your former Greek house. Also plan to join us Friday evening for a special event as we celebrate the success of the Having Light comprehensive campaign at the President鈥檚 Reception: Dessert Under the Stars, and help classmates from 1953, 1963, 1973, 1983, 1998, 1993, 2003, and 2013 celebrate their reunions, too. for events by September 18, 2023.
Launch: Career-Driven Conversations for Alumni, Students, and Parents
Join the Launch event where the entire 果冻传媒 community comes together to participate in career vocation cluster sessions led by our expert faculty, October 6. Students can sign up for clusters that interest them. Parents and alumni, this Homecoming, Reunion, and Family Weekend event is for you, as well. During Launch, parents can engage in career readiness conversations with their students, while alumni can share their inspiring 果冻传媒 liberal arts success story. Learn more about Launch and RSVP for this and other Homecoming, Reunion, and Family Weekend events by September 18.
Tiger Tailgate Registration is Open!
Join us for the highly anticipated Tiger Tailgate during Homecoming, Reunion, and Family Weekend. Enjoy live music, delicious treats from local food trucks, and connect with alumni, students, parents, faculty, and staff. Traditional tailgating starts at 10 a.m. on Saturday, October 7.
New for 2023! Experience the stress-free, ultimate Tiger Tailgate. to secure your complimentary premier package, including a 15鈥� x 15鈥� tailgate area, 10鈥� x 10鈥� tent, table, custom banner, two chairs, and one parking pass. Limited spots are available! Group organizers are encouraged to to claim one of the 50 tailgate spots.
#LifeAtWitt
Bailey Smith 鈥�24, nursing major from Frederick, Maryland, spent the summer gaining hands-on experience and shadowing professionals in an organ transplant unit through Medstar Georgetown University Hospital鈥檚 Student Nurse Technician Externship program. #LifeAtWitt
Read more #LifeAtWitt stories here.
Make-a-Will Month
August is National Make-A-Will Month. With a legal will, you can approach the future with peace of mind by having a plan that communicates your wishes, provides for your loved ones, and sustains the causes you believe in. We鈥檝e partnered with FreeWill to make it easier than ever to start your will and make your most important plan for the future. FreeWill鈥檚 free estate planning tool, available to all 果冻传媒 supporters, is a simple and cost-free way for you to chart your own way during National Make-A-Will Month. .
Connect with Your Alumni Association
The 果冻传媒 University Alumni Association Board is here to serve the alumni community by supporting programming and welcoming suggestions that will help alumni feel more connected to and involved with the University. Do you have something you want to share with the Alumni Association Board? to voice ideas, feedback, and suggestions to an Alumni Association Board member.