July 2004 The Lehigh Alumni Connection

THE DIRECTOR'S UPDATE


	Getting in the game Working together, we can raise Lehigh's national ranking while making the university a better place for generations of students to come.

SPOTLIGHT STORIES

	Lehigh love connection: Part II Many alums found more than an education on South Mountain: They found love. Here are some stories of people who met their spouses at Lehigh.
	Shapiro to lead new research center The center in the College of Education will improve the lives of individuals at-risk for disabilities.
	Lehigh wrestling announces Class of 2008 On the heels of a third place finish at the NCAA Championships, Lehigh wrestling announces its Class of 2008.
	The world comes to Lehigh on June 27 The business world will descend on Lehigh as representatives from 40 countries come together at the 2004 Global Village.

PEOPLE

	Reunion parade brightens spirits, warms hearts The rain may have dampened the day, but it did not dampen the spirits and enthusiasm of the Lehigh University Alumni Weekend Parade.
	Math professor wins prestigious Guggenheim Fellowship, NSF grant Huai-Dong Cao is recognized for distinguished achievement and exceptional promise for future accomplishment.
	Lehigh students lighten the load for GM truck drivers Joshua Colistra receives first prize in national student design competition for a truck access panel door.

CAMPUS NEWS

	Faculty excellence honored Faculty awards for excellence in teaching, research, and service were recently announced by Lehigh University.
	Staff recognition awards announced Seven Lehigh University staff members were recognized for excellence at the annual Staff Dinner recently.
	Governor's School builds tomorrow's entrepreneurs Representatives from 10 different countries share entrepreneurial spirit with area high school students.

ATHLETICS

	Summer Camps Link to Lehigh’s summer athletics camps info and registration.
	Taylor announces newest additions to program Lehigh Head Coach Billy Taylor has announced the signing of three student-athletes who will join the men’s basketball program in the fall of 2004.
	Lehigh student-athletes excel on and off the field Fifteen of Lehigh’s varsity sports teams collectively posted a 3.0 grade point average or higher during the spring, led by women’s basketball with a combined 3.32 GPA.
	Lehigh season tickets are now on sale! Goodman Stadium will once again play host to six games in 2004 and now all Lehigh football fans have the opportunity to experience the pageantry and success that is Lehigh football.

ARTS & CULTURE

	Zoellner Arts Center 2004-2005 Season (September-May) Pop diva Cyndi Lauper kicks off another great entertainment season at Zoellner Arts Center on Sept. 3. Get all the latest information on the new season lineup and tickets.
	The Oxford Summer Institutes at Lehigh Steven Sametz will direct concerts on Sunday, June 20 and Saturday, June 26 as part of the Oxford Summer Institutes at Lehigh.

LEHIGH WEB SITE OF THE MONTH

	Lehigh Beyond Lehigh student-authored view of the eccentric people, bizarre places and unusual events that form the distinct personality of Lehigh.

RESOURCES

	The Power of One Take advantage of the Power of One last chance to make your annual gift to show your support for the Lehigh Fund. Reaching a 45 percent participation rate ranks us among top universities, and a high level of alumni satisfaction is measured exclusively on the percentage of alumni who contribute to the annual fund. It is not based on how much you give, but whether you give at all. In this ranking system, even a small gift counts. Visit http://www3.lehigh.edu/giving/makeagift2.asp to make your gift online.
	Lifetime e-mail address The Lehigh University Alumni Association is offering you a great solution: Lifetime Email Address, a special free service available to all alumni and friends.
	Alumni Career Solutions Whether you are just starting out, changing careers, or seeking resources that will help you continue to grow professionally, Alumni Career Solutions can assist you in your endeavors. Today's job market is competitive and we are responding to the needs of our alumni with expanded services.
	Lehigh alumni clubs calendar Join the fun with local Lehigh alums.

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