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

Gast draws on Packer’s vision to meet today's challenges
 

Soldiers in Iraq share experiences and laughter with Lehigh students
 
 

Living large in the nano world
 
 
  

Gunter: Oil not the answer for Iraq

 
 
 
 
 
 
THE DIRECTOR'S UPDATE
 

Making the next five years even better
Check out our Lehigh University Alumni Association annual report online to see where we’ve been, and where we’re going.
 
SPOTLIGHT STORIES
 
Gast draws on Packer’s vision to meet today's challenges
At the annual Founder’s Day ceremony, President Alice P. Gast outlined challenges that Lehigh must rise to address.
Soldiers in Iraq share experiences and laughter with Lehigh students
Troops in Iraq enjoyed talking with Lehigh students by videoconference recently. “This shows us you really care what we have to say,” one said.
Living large in the nano world
Lehigh was the only school to receive National Science Foundation grants in all four categories.
Gunter: Oil not the answer for Iraq
Economic development is the key to defeating the insurgents in Iraq, says Frank Gunter, who served as "chief economist" there for 13 months.
 
PEOPLE
 
Pa. voters on e-voting: Trust, but verify
In the first joint Lehigh-Muhlenberg poll, voters surveyed said they want a paper trail when they cast ballots electronically.
Girardot receives Romania’s Presidential Medal of Scholarship
The latest honor in a decorated career left the always loquacious Girardot speechless.
  Exploring new horizons
Rob Guzzon’s time at Lehigh has included pursuits ranging from conducting NASA research to reviving the glee club.
CAMPUS NEWS
Lehigh receives $2.25 million for Center for Urban Leadership
The latest gift from Peter Bennett ’63 to Lehigh is the largest ever received by the College of Education.
Lehigh garners Sloan award for fostering a flexible workplace
The university promotes work-family balance and provides relocation assistance for spouse or partners of faculty.
  Lehigh receives $100,000 Hearst grant
The money will fund scholarships for African-American and Latino students.
 
ATHLETICS
 
Collaboration is par for the course
In Lehigh’s unique Athletics Complex Design course, students from different disciplines collaborate on plans for an on-campus golf course.
Making the change
Football player Matt Mohler entered his senior season under a new coaching staff, already a drastic change. To spice things up even more, he wanted to switch positions from defensive end to linebacker.
  McBride considered to be a top prospect
With 52 games as a pro under his belt, former Mountain Hawk Matt McBride is being considered by Baseball America as the top field player to come out of the New York-Penn League as well as one of the top prospective catchers.
  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.
  Lehigh Sports Radio/TV Broadcast Schedule
Follow your favorite Lehigh athletic team on TV, radio or the internet. Check here for upcoming games.
ARTS & CULTURE
 
Join us at Zoellner Arts Center for Family Weekend
If you’re coming to Lehigh for Family Weekend Nov. 3-5, be sure to attend the two classic productions taking place at Zoellner Arts Center. On Nov. 3 and 4, the Lehigh University Philharmonic and Choral Arts will present Carmina Burana, and conductor Steven Sametz’s new work for electric violin, Be/dazzled. And on Nov. 3-5, Anna Benziger '07, will direct Inherit the Wind, the courtroom drama inspired by the infamous 1925 Scopes Monkey Trial. For all of the latest at Zoellner, visit our Web site.
  Olympia Dukakis stars as Rose
Acclaimed actress Olympia Dukakis brings her Drama Desk Award-winning performance as “Rose” to Zoellner on Sunday, Nov. 12.
 
RESOURCES
  
  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.
  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.
  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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