The Lehigh Alumni Connection

March 2004
Back Issues



 
Engineering,
 education colleges
 rank among the best

 


 Vonnegut to speak
 at commencement

 


 Troy Story: Letters is
 national champ!

 


 “Thinking through the
  post-9/11 world”

 


 The new multicultural
 alumni homepage

 

THE DIRECTOR'S UPDATE
 
A welcome message from Chris Marshall '88
The alumni-admissions connection: How you can play a key role in the continuing success of your alma mater.
 
SPOTLIGHT STORIES
 
Engineering, education colleges rank among the best
Lehigh’s education and engineering colleges both move up in the annual rankings released by U.S. News & World Report.
Vonnegut to speak at commencement
Literary icon Kurt Vonnegut, author of Slaughterhouse Five, will speak at Lehigh’s 136th commencement ceremony in May.
Troy Story: Letters is national champ!
Lehigh wrestlers tied for third at the NCAA national championships, racking up the most team points ever as Troy Letters won at 165 pounds.
“Thinking through the post-9/11 world”
Three-time Pulitzer Prize-winner Thomas L. Friedman will kick off a new College of Education lecture series at Lehigh on May 5.
The new multicultural alumni homepage
View the Spring 2004 multicultural alumni newsletter and be sure to bookmark it! 
 
PEOPLE
 
Blix details hunt for WMDs in Iraq
The former U.N. chief weapons inspector says Bush administration “put exclamation points where there should have been question marks.” 
In memoriam: John Hunt, former dean of Arts and Sciences
Former colleagues fondly recall the respected Faulkner scholar, award-winning teacher, stellar dean and “true gentleman.” 
In memoriam: J. David Walker, engineering professor
Colleagues and former students remember Dave Walker as an outstanding researcher and teacher who had a profound impact on their lives.
It’s all in the family
Lehigh has been a part of Ari Kalish ’07 since the day he was born. And he’s discovering that life as a legacy can be sweet.
Internships give Weber backstage pass to broadcasting
As a Lehigh senior, Lauren Weber is a more seasoned broadcast journalist than many professionals in the field.
A family tradition of excellence
The McGowan clan exemplifies the best of the Lehigh spirit: loyalty, hard work, and caring for others. 
Students dig unusual learning experience
An archaeological excavation in Honduras offers students a chance to immerse themselves in local culture while honing their real-world skills.
 
CAMPUS NEWS
 
BioPharma conference examines health care issues
Daylong conference brings together U.S. industry leaders to address current changes in the biotech business environment.
Kishore brings rural county up to speed
ECE professor Shalinee Kishore uses NSF CAREER award to conduct wireless outreach to Susquehanna County.
Keck Foundation grant supports Applied Life Science program
Innovative program allows students to help define impact of life science revolution on society.
Training leaders for urban schools
A $2.5 million U.S. Department of Education grant will fund a national institute based in the College of Education.
 
ATHLETICS
 
Strobel and Rowland lay claim to national awards
After a season full of tremendous accomplishments, Lehigh head wrestling coach Greg Strobel and senior men's basketball player Austen Rowland were recently honored for their outstanding work.
Mountain Hawks' dream season ends
Loss to Florida A&M doesn't diminish luster of great year for Patriot League champs.
Pick up your Lehigh championship gear here
Celebrate Lehigh’s EIWA Wrestling Championship, Men’s Basketball championship, and opening round NCAA Tournament berth by purchasing championship shirts and hats.
  
ARTS & CULTURE
A Mother’s Day treat from Zoellner
A special Mother’s Day program at Zoellner will feature brunch followed by a performance by Switzerland’s oldest symphony orchestra.
Celebrated Chinese author discusses writer’s life
Yu Hua came to Lehigh to share the extraordinary tale of how he went from a country dentist to an internationally acclaimed author. 
Warfield’s big band to record CD live at Zoellner
Bill Warfield leads a hard bop organ trio backed by an all-star big band in a live concert recording on April 10.
The Misanthrope brings 17th century France to Lehigh
The Misanthrope by Molière will present a glimpse of 17th century Paris to Zoellner audiences from April 16-18 and 21-24.
 
LEHIGH WEB SITE OF THE MONTH
   
Lehigh Lore
Think you know all about Lehigh? Check out this unusual look at the faces, places and unofficial history of one of America's great universities. Be sure to take the "A Close Eye on Lehigh" quiz at the bottom of the page.
  
RESOURCES
 
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.
Lehigh alumni clubs calendar
Join the fun with local Lehigh alums.
Young alumni news and events
Read on to get the latest happenings on Lehigh Alumni Career Solutions, how YOU can influence Lehigh's reputation, and view  the video from the Young Alumni Reunion. 
CONTACT US
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