The Lehigh Alumni Connection
December 2006
 
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News and Information for Alumni and Friends of Lehigh University
 
 

President Gast’s inauguration set for April
 

A holiday greeting card
 
 

Alumni gift names Lehigh’s new arrival court
 

Lule to lead new globalization initiative
 

Research targets improved treatments for lung disease
 
 

Nobel Peace Laureate to speak on conservation and human rights
 
 
THE DIRECTOR'S UPDATE
 

Seasons greetings from South Mountain
From career networking to last-minute holiday shopping, your Alumni Association can help.
 
SPOTLIGHT STORIES
 
President Gast’s inauguration set for April
Three days of events will include an academic research symposium, the formal inaugural ceremony, and a community-based Family Day of Service.
A holiday greeting card
Enjoy this very special Flash holiday card from your Alumni Association.
Alumni gift names Lehigh’s new arrival court
The area, which features a circular driveway, garden landscaping, and marble fountain, serves as a gateway into Lehigh’s scenic campus.
Lule to lead new globalization initiative
The program will bring together faculty from across the university and partner with similar programs around the world.
 
PEOPLE
 
El-Aasser recognized by American Chemical Society
Lehigh’s provost has been named a fellow by the largest professional organization in the U.S. for chemists and chemical engineers.
Nobel Peace Laureate to speak on conservation and human rights
Faculty, staff and students can get free tickets while they last for the Feb. 1 lecture by Dr. Wangari Maathai.
  Kodama joins elite group of Woollard Award winners
Lehigh’s Ken Kodama is hailed as “the champion of an elegant rock magnetic approach.”
  Chaudbury elected Fellow of American Physical Society
The international honor recognizes his pioneering research into adhesion and his ingenious experiments.
  Molina shines on the international stage
Lehigh soccer forward Daniela Molina represented her native Colombia at the South American Women’s Championship.
CAMPUS NEWS
Research targets improved treatments for lung disease
In Lehigh’s Respiratory Biomechanics Laboratory, lab experiments and computer simulations are uncovering exciting new findings.
Course will explore “the dizzying complexity of today’s India”
The new study abroad program, which launches in May, will offer an intense cultural immersion for a small group of students.
  Lehigh’s project management program earns elite status
The integrated program is one of just 70 recognized worldwide by the leading professional association in the field.
  Climate survey response rate exceeds expectations
Next step: Plans for how the survey results will be presented to the campus community will be announced in January.
 
ATHLETICS
 
Accounting for success in and out of the pool
A three-time All-Patriot League selection, senior Tom Gilbert can focus more on his senior year in the pool because he has a job waiting for him at the accounting firm PricewaterhouseCoopers in Philadelphia.
Koski, Benn receive regional coaching honors
Head soccer coach Dean Koski and assistant coach Michael Benn ’96 were selected as the Mid-Atlantic Region’s Coach and Assistant Coach of the Year, respectively. 
  14 named All-League; Leo garners major award
Lehigh placed a league-best 10 players on the first team and four on the second team, marking the fifth straight season in which 10 or more Mountain Hawks earned All-League recognition.
  Athletics Partnership embraces $1 million campaign
The Athletics Partnership has accepted the challenge put forth by Murray H. Goodman to raise $1,000,000 annually.
  Patriot League announces debut of All-Access package
The Patriot League and College Sports Television Online have announced that more than 100 men's and women's basketball games will be shown live on the Internet starting next month.
  Go Inside Lehigh Athletics
Welcome to Inside Lehigh Athletics, your chance to take a glimpse into the on and off the field lives of Lehigh student-athletes. Read their latest blogs here.
ARTS & CULTURE
 
La Tempete comes to Lehigh
The Guest Artist series welcomes Montreal-based 4d Art’s La Tempete on Sunday, Jan. 14, at Zoellner Arts Center. 
  Canadian Brass visits in January
The world-renowned Canadian Brass will perform on Saturday, Jan. 20, at Zoellner Arts Center.
  See what’s happening at Zoellner
Check out the exciting lineup at Zoellner Arts Center.
 
RESOURCES
  
 

Keep the holidays shining bright with a gift to the Lehigh Fund!
Your generosity provides resources for nearly every area of Lehigh University, especially our students who—like you—came to Lehigh seeking an exceptional education. All gifts received before Dec. 31 may be counted toward the 2006 tax year. Just call (800) 523-0565 or visit https://giving.lehigh.edu/  to securely make your gift online. Thank you!

  The Lehigh Alumni Bulletin Online
Now, you'll find select articles from the Lehigh Alumni Bulletin on the Web, plus exclusive online features that you won't read anywhere else. There's even a Video Vault showcasing articles that have bonus RealPlayer videos. Check out our exciting site! 
  Lehigh University Alumni Association
Check out the new look and great new features on our redesigned LUAA Web site.
Alumni Benefits and Services
Get information about the many benefits that come with being a member of the Lehigh Family.
Alumni Travel
Check out the exciting and exotic destinations in our Alumni Travel Program.
  Lehigh Alumni Clubs Calendar
Join the fun with local Lehigh alums.
  Your Lehigh Greek Experience Didn't End with Your Diploma!
Check out our new Greek Alumni Council Web site. Find out how to contact your chapter’s alumni representative, read the latest accreditation reports, and discover what you can do to help make Lehigh’s Greek system the best it can be.
  Sign up for Breaking News
Each month, Lehigh University is included in hundreds of stories in media outlets from around the world. Breaking News, a weekly e-newsletter produced by the Office of University Relations, offers subscribers a summary of selected news coverage to illustrate the breadth and diversity of Lehigh's presence in the news. Think of it as showcasing the best of the best! Subscribe today to keep abreast of highlights of Lehigh in the news from global news sources.
  Campus Enhancements
Check out the latest updates on campus construction projects.
 
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