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May 2013 Newsletter
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1) Congratulations and Welcome, Class of 2013!2) Scholarship Luncheon Unites Benefactors and Recipients3) Dancing with the MU Stars4) Portfolio in Motion 2013: A Cosmic Dream Come True5) Saints Club Launched6) Marymount Athletics Inducts 2013 Hall of Fame Class7) Senior Class Pays It Forward8) Small Gifts, Big Impact9) Integrative Masters of Business Administration (iMBA) Program Introduced10) Alumni Association AwardsDeadline June 2811) Homecoming & Reunion 2013 Schedule of Events Released12) New Alumni Benefits13) Marymount Alumna’s Interior Design Project Featured in Home & Design Magazine
1) Congratulations and Welcome, Class of 2013!We congratulate the more than 450 undergraduates and 350graduate students who walked across the stage at D.A.R.Constitution Hall to receive their Marymount University degrees onMay 19. Welcome to the MU alumni family!
This year’s undergraduate Commencement speaker and honorarydegree recipient was Chuck Todd, political director and chief WhiteHouse correspondent for NBC News. Mr. Todd challenged theClass of 2013, saying, "Build and grow an America that will be ashining city on a hill again; be willing to tackle big problems insteadof using politics as an excuse to avoid them. If you’re a Democrat,
go hug a Republican; if you’re a conservative, go hug a liberal, or at least retweet them.” Read moreand see photos...
2) Scholarship Luncheon Unites Benefactors and RecipientsOn April 3rd, over 70 scholarship benefactors and their recipientsjoined together at the Washington Golf & Country Club to attendMarymount’s annual Scholarship Luncheon. The event givesMarymount scholars an opportunity to meet the individuals whohave helped make their Marymount experience possible and thankthem for their generosity.
William Dillon, a senior Criminal Justice major, and Angela White, asenior Communications major, spoke at the luncheon about theopportunities provided by their scholarships. William is a veteran ofthe United States Marine Corps and the inaugural recipient of the Lt.
Gen. Elmer Rogers & Lt. Col. Wilma Hague Scholarship; Angela is a U.S. Air Force veteran and arecipient of the Hiring Our Heroes Scholarship. Click here to view video of their speeches (William at
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1:25 minute mark, Angela at 9:32 minute mark), or here to continue reading.
William and Angela are just two of the many scholarship recipients whose lives have been changed bythe generosity of Marymount donors. Even a small gift can have a BIG impact. If you haven’t alreadydone so, please consider making a gift to one of the many scholarship funds available at MarymountUniversity.
3) Dancing with the MU StarsSee photos from the event on FlickrOn April 20, the stars came out at Marymount, as the universityhosted the secondannual Dancing with the MU Stars. In the MUversion of the popular TV show, seven talented members of thecampus community hit the boards to display their dancing talents.And it was all for a good cause. The competition raised $900 for theMU Presidential Assistance Fund, which helps students whoencounter unexpected financial hardship. The Marymountcontestants were paired with professional dancers from the FredAstaire Dance Studio of Washington, DC; together, they tackledeverything from the waltz and tango to the samba and fox trot.
This annual event is truly a Marymount family affair. The dance instruction, use of the studio, andparticipation of the professional dancers were made possible by the generosity of Maria Coakley David,the owner of the Fred Astaire Dance Studio, who is a Marymount alumna and trustee. And the stunningcostumes were generously provided by alumna Julie Wilson, owner of Encore Ballroom Couture. Readmore...
4) Portfolio in Motion 2013 A Cosmic Dream Come TrueSee Portfolio in Motion photos on FlickrOn May 2, Marymount University’s 2013 Portfolio in Motion fashionshow featured innovative student and alumnidesigned garments.The show’s theme, “Cosmic Dreaming,” provided an aweinspiringbackdrop to highlight the imagination, artistry, and talents ofMarymount’s fashion design students and alumni.
The juryselected designs were modeled by students from acrossthe university, and the professional production was created byMarymount fashion merchandising students. The special guest atPortfolio in Motion was Tadashi Shoji, who was named MarymountUniversity's 2013 Designer of the Year. Mr. Shoji was recognized for
the originality, innovation, and elegance of his designs, and for creating garments that make womenfeel beautiful. Read more...
5) Saints Club LaunchedLaunched on May 10, 2013, the Saints Club provides an avenue for interested alumni to remain activein the development and advancement of Marymount’s Athletics Department. Included on the inauguralSaints Club Executive Board are former studentathletes from various graduation years and sports:
Matt Zingaro ’95, Men’s Golf – PresidentPat McGee ’00, Men’s LacrosseZak Sherlund ’01, Men’s SoccerTerry Hoffman ’02, Men’s BasketballCarah McMullen ’06, Women’s Lacrosse and Women’s SoccerReed Van Orsdel ’08, Men’s Lacrosse
Carah McMullen ’06 reflects, “Marymount athletics provided an atmosphere of competition, loyalty, andsupport, which every alumni athlete should be able to recall. It is only natural to carry forward thatenthusiasm and encouragement for the current MU teams, and to want the best for the future ofMarymount athletics. The Saints Club is a way to help alumni become informed about future plans forMU athletics and provide opportunities to reconnect with former teammates, coaches, and friends. I am
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honored to be a part of this process.”
Terry Hoffman ’02 adds, “I'm serving on the executive board because I want to support Marymount'scommitment to athletics and help ensure that ALL the sports programs are successful! As an alum, Iwant to make sure that the coaches have whatever tools they need to build a successful program.There's a lot of pride in wearing the Saints jersey and representing Marymount.”
6) Marymount Athletics Inducts 2013 Hall of Fame ClassMarymount University inducted its eighth Athletics Hall of Fame class onMay 11, 2013. Four former Saints standouts were enshrined; they arewomen’s basketball’s Randi Jones ’06, men’s soccer’s Justin Kessler ‘06,women’s soccer’s Meggan Breen Olek ‘91, and golf’s Tony Smith ‘00, ‘02.Read the honorees’ bios here.
7) Senior Class Pays It ForwardIn 2010, the senior class established a new tradition at Marymountwhen they decided that the funds raised through their Senior ClassGift campaign would be used to establish the Pay It ForwardScholarship fund. Under this plan, every $500 raised by the seniorclass would provide a scholarship for a member of the next fall’sincoming freshman class. It’s a project that the Classes of 2011,2012, and now 2013 have eagerly embraced.
This year’s seniors raised more than $1,900 for the Pay it Forward Scholarship fund. The Senior ClassGift Committee – consisting of Asia Cunningham, Hallie Houts, Marissa McGrath, and KritishmaShrestha – worked diligently throughout the year to publicize the campaign and raise funds. A sincerethank you to all the seniors who donated!
Click here to read about six of the 201213 Pay It Forward Scholarship Recipients.
8) Small Gifts, Big ImpactDo you remember the moment that defined your Marymount experience? Whether you studied abroad,volunteered through CMA, served as a student leader, had a great internship, or played a sport, youhave memories that will last the rest of your life and maybe even a few that changed the course of yourlife.
Now is your chance to provide the same opportunities for today’s students – people like LuisFernandez, who is majoring in communication with a minor in social entrepreneurship. Luis traveled toBelize last summer with a group of MU students majoring in biology, sociology, and video production totake part in a collaborative project focused on the endangered Hawksbill sea turtle. Luis was hesitant tosign up when he first heard about the program, but now he says, “It was a onceinalifetime, eyeopening experience.” He hopes to return to Belize as an intern after he graduates.
Luis is just one example of the many MU students whose lives have been touched by the generosity ofMarymount donors. If you have not done so already, please consider making a gift of any amount priorto June 30, 2013 by clicking here or contacting the Office of Development at 703.284.1647.Remember, even a small gift can have a BIG impact.
9) Integrative Masters of Business Administration (iMBA) Program IntroducedMarymount University will launch its new iMBA, the Integrative Master of Business Administration, infall 2013. The 39credit program combines subject knowledge, management strategies, and leadershipexpertise with realworld context. The courses are designed to develop critical and creative thinkingskills that will prepare business professionals to deal effectively with current and emerging businesstrends and challenges. Read more...
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10) Alumni Association AwardsDeadline June 28YOU can help Marymount University recognize the contributions its alumni make to their professions,their communities, and their alma mater. How? By nominating a deserving alum for a 2013 AlumniAssociation Award. Only one month remains to submit your nomination(s)! The process isstraightforward and all online. This year’s awards will be presented at a special ceremony duringHomecoming & Reunion Weekend in September. Click here to visit the awards site and learn more.
11) Homecoming & Reunion 2013 Schedule of Events ReleasedThe Save the Date magnets have hit mailboxes, and the schedule of events has been released! Getready to reunite, connect, and celebrate at Homecoming & Reunion, September 2629, 2013. There areallnew events this year and plenty of annual favorites. Remember to register before September 1 for afree commemorative pint glass. Visit the Homecoming and Reunion website for the most currentinformation.
12) New Alumni BenefitsThe Alumni Association provides a number of benefits and services for MU alumni. These have justbeen added:
Membership Eligibility with NAPUS Federal Credit UnionFree Alumni Membership Pass to the Rose Benté Lee CenterGraduate Program Application Fee WaiverRefer an UndergradKings Dominion: Looking for something fun to do this summer? Then visit Virginia's premierethemed amusement park, located 90 minutes south of Washington, D.C. Kings Dominion isoffering seasonal ticket discounts for Marymount alumni through Sunday, October 27! MU alumscan purchase and print tickets directly from Kings Dominion's website by visitingwww.kingsdominion.com/affiliates. Enter the code “KDFUN002” for both the username andpassword to get the discount.ZERO Prostate Cancer Run Capital Area: MU alumni are invited to participate in the ZEROProstate Cancer Run in Arlington, VA, part of the premier men's health event series in the UnitedStates. Participants can choose a 4 mile run, a 1 mile walk/run, or a 200 yard kids' dash.Registration prices vary by event; MU alumni will receive a $3 discount by using the code"ALUMNI" at registration. For more information or to register, please visit the website:www.zeroprostatecancerrun.org/dc
To take advantage of many of these benefits, you must obtain an Alumni ID Card by emailing yourname, class year, and mailing address to the Office of Alumni Relations. These benefits and morecan be found online: http://www.marymount.edu/alumni/benefits
13) Marymount Alumna’s Interior Design Project Featured inHome & Design MagazineA photo tour of NBA star Caron Butler’s home in the DC area wasfeatured in the May/June issue of Home & Design Magazine.Marymount alumna Dahlia Mahmood '01, of Dahlia Design, was thetalent behind the glamorous new interior created for Butler and hisfamily; a project which began with just a family room redesign. Read the article and see photos on the Home & Design website.
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