The Lehigh Alumni Connection
September 2005
 
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Be true to your school!

 

Register for the Young Alumni Reunion

 

Lehigh Responds to Hurricane Katrina

 

Bernadette Peters headlines Gala2005

 

Intelligent design sparks intellectual discussion

 

 
 
 
 
THE DIRECTOR'S UPDATE
 

How are we doing?
Your alumni association’s goal is to keep you connected, engaged and involved. As overachievers, we spend time everyday thinking about how to give you all the tools you need to stay informed and actively participating in events on and off campus. We took another leap into cyber space with the launch of our new Web site on July 22, 2005. It has a fresh look, great images and new features. Read more ...
     
  Be true to your school!
Show your pride in your alma mater with the exclusive Club Colors Lehigh Fan Appreciation Pack. Get a Microfiber Fleece Jacket and Chino Hat for just $49.95—a savings of $34.95.
 
SPOTLIGHT STORIES
     
  Register for the Young Alumni Reunion
We've made time for you to hang with your friends, reduced the cost of attending, and invested in a bigger, better BASH that will surely be one of our all-time best events.
  Lehigh Responds to Hurricane Katrina
This resource page contains current information about how the Lehigh University community is reaching out to the victims of Hurricane Katrina.
  Bernadette Peters headlines Gala2005
Several Lehigh music department faculty will join Broadway singer and actress Bernadette Peters on stage at its 9th Gala on Saturday, Oct. 22.
Intelligent design sparks intellectual discussion
A panel of Lehigh faculty members brought differing scientific, philosophical and religious perspectives to the hot topic.
 
PEOPLE
 
Robert Kossar ’89 and Michelle Duffine Kossar ’90: Working to end SIDS
The Lehigh couple lost their infant son, Ryan, to SIDS. Now, they’re
raising money to help save the lives of other babies just like him.
Kritz research seeks to convert nuclear fusion promise to reality
Arnold Kritz, a professor of physics who has studied nuclear fusion for 40 years, was honored at a symposium marking his 70th birthday.
  Roots of terrorism explored in lecture
Professor Ziad Munson provided historical context on the rise of the Taliban as part of a lecture series for Lehigh’s Summer Reading Program.
NEWS
Greek accreditation results released
The new process highlights the strengths and weaknesses of each chapter, and encourages Greek students to excel.
Parent donations fund Center for Academic Success
The new Center for Academic Success, headed by former adjunct English instructor Kelly Grim, opened on Aug. 29.
A moving experience for the whole Lehigh family
Hundreds of Lehigh volunteers helped with the heavy lifting Thursday as arriving students moved in.
 
ATHLETICS
 
Lehigh escapes with two-point win at VMI
It was anything but pretty, but Lehigh’s football team held off VMI for a 28-26 Mountain Hawks win at Alumni Memorial Field.
Life lessons highlight C.O.A.C.H. program kick-off
A spirited and enthusiastic crowd of students at Donegan Elementary School received some valuable life lessons from Lehigh student-athletes.
Lehigh men's basketball announces 2005-06 schedule
One of the earliest starts in recent memory, almost 5,500 total travel miles, an appearance in the prestigious BCA Invitational and the potential to play as many as 14 games versus teams that won at least 15 games a season ago are just some of the highlights of Lehigh’s 2005-06 schedule.
  Troyan announces 2005-06 Lehigh women’s basketball schedule
The women’s basketball team will play a tough non-league schedule in preparation for Patriot League play, including a trip to take on a member of the Pac-10, games against five Ivy League opponents, and two tough match-ups against CAA teams.
ARTS & CULTURE
 
See what’s happening at Zoellner
Check out the exciting fall lineup at Zoellner Arts Center.
   
LEHIGH WEB SITE OF THE MONTH
 
Lehigh University Alumni Association
Check out the new look and great new features on our redesigned LUAA Web site.
 
RESOURCES
  
  Career Advancement
Join us on Saturday, Oct. 22, for "Planning for Change: Career
Advancement" featuring Len Gray '74, principal with Mercer Human
Resources Consulting.
  Campaign update
Personal challenges, shining examples, exceptional generosity. Get to
know some of the people who have made a difference to Shine Forever: The
Campaign for Lehigh and see the impact they've had on the university at
our new page devoted to campaign news and stories. Plus, learn about how
you can get involved!
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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 new site!
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