August 2004 The Lehigh Alumni Connection

	August 2004 Back Issues

THE DIRECTOR'S UPDATE


	A welcome message from Chris Marshall Hey! It's summer and I hope you are all getting plenty of time on the links, relaxing on the beach or by the pool, or getting your fair share of down time. Here on campus, there’s not much down time available (although we are getting out on the links once in a while!) .... read more.

SPOTLIGHT STORIES

	Lehigh is in the zone Bethlehem is named as a Keystone Innovation Zone, bringing grants and tax breaks to turn today’s research into tomorrow’s new businesses.
	An Olympian effort Former Lehigh basketball star Kem Widmer ’96 is working in Greece to make the upcoming Olympics safe and secure.
	A successful plan of attack With legendary journalist Bob Woodward’s latest book, Mark Malseed ’97 is back on the best-sellers list.
	Former dean honored for “exemplary service” Almost 25 years after retiring as dean of engineering, John Karakash is still revered by former students and colleagues.

TELL US YOUR STORIES

	First day memories For many, their first days at Lehigh are cherished memories of new friends, dorms, and independence. We'll post a sampling of stories on our Web site, and feature them in next month's Alumni Connection newsletter.

PEOPLE

	Honoring her heritage Lehigh’s Candi Staurinos will be in Greece for the Olympic Games, helping with the softball tourney.
	“A freedom most of us would not be able to handle” A Lehigh doctoral student examines the “invisible” hobo subculture in the post-9/11 world.
	Mathematician, scientist … and middle school student Isha Jain has aced college calculus, devised an experiment used by universities, and presented scientific papers. And she’s only in 8th grade.

CAMPUS NEWS

	Lehigh hosts summer school for international educators International school heads convened at Lehigh for summer educational program.
	Instead of campfires, students gather around liquid nitrogen Students in Lehigh’s first materials camp are getting a crash-course in materials engineering.
	Opto Camp sharpens middle schoolers' career focus Middle school students mix colors, transmit sound and construct optical devices as part of Lehigh’s first annual summer Opto Camp.
	School psychology program is top-ranked The College of Education’s school psychology program was ranked second in the nation by a leading national association.

ATHLETICS

	Eagles set up camp at Lehigh Fans flock to Lehigh’s Goodman campus to watch their beloved Birds prepare for the upcoming NFL season.
	Bergen named preseason All-American Widely lauded for his stellar play in 2003, Lehigh tight end Adam Bergen is already receiving high praise in 2004.
	Troyan announces Class of 2008 Head coach Fran Troyan has announced the signing of three student-athletes who will join the Mountain Hawks softball program in the fall of 2004.

ARTS & CULTURE

	Zoellner Events Cyndi Lauper kicks off a season of great entertainment on Sept. 3. For tickets and information on all events, check out the full season calendar.

LEHIGH WEB SITE OF THE MONTH

	Meet the Dean Watch video of new College of Arts and Sciences Dean Anne Meltzer discussing her research and approach to teaching.

RESOURCES

	Class of 2008 Sendoff Come out and join us as we welcome members of the Class of 2008 to the Lehigh Family.
	Young Alumni Reunion Register now for the Young Alumni Reunion, Oct. 22-23. Don't miss the fun!
	Alumni Travel Check out the exciting and exotic destinations in our Alumni Travel Program.

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