PRESIDENTIAL INAUGURATION IS SATURDAY, MAY 5
This is the inaugural year for Dr. David J. Fike, Marygrove’s 8th president, and the College is celebrating in several ways that support his inauguration theme. “Urban Leadership: Expressions of Legacy, Commitment to Progress” speaks to the rich, 101-year academic history of the institution and its commitment to achieving its strategic mission of Urban Leadership. [More]
WRITING AWARD WINNERS HONOR POET MARILYN NELSON
Marygrove welcomes renowned poet Marilyn Nelson for a reading and book signing on Friday, April 20 at 8:00 p.m. in the Madame Cadillac Building, Alumnae Hall. Nelson’s appearance is free and open to the public.
In honor of the author, students participated in a writing contest. Named for its original sponsors, former Marygrove Trustee Frederick P. Currier and his wife Amy McCombs, the contest encourages students’ own writing inspired by the author’s work, her life or writing style. [More]
GREAT NEWS – CONTINUING ACCREDITATION RECOMMENDED FOR THE FULL 10 YEARS!
The visiting team from the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association left Marygrove College with some wonderful news last week. At the exit interview held with President Fike, the Accreditation Steering Committee, the provost, deans, vice presidents and members of the Faculty Assembly, the visitors reported they will recommend that Marygrove College receive reaccreditation for a full 10 years. This is the maximum period possible. [More]
MARYGROVE HONORS ITS BEST
At the March 25th Honors Convocation, Marygrove gave special recognition to students whose academic performance and service are exemplary. Several students received scholarships, external recognition by Iota Gamma Alpha, Kappa Gamma Pi, National Dean’s List and Who’s Who Among Students in American Colleges and Universities, and divisional awards. Others were singled out for high honors. Congratulations to all the honorees. [More]
ALUMNI SPONSORED TRIPS TO SOUTH AFRICA AND SPAIN OFFERED IN 2008
Join Marygrove College alumni and friends as we explore the rich history, culture and traditions of Spain and South Africa. Collette Vacations has once again been selected as the preferred vendor for these alumni-sponsored trips. Trips offered through Collette Vacations include knowledgeable tour guides and accommodations that are historic, luxurious and unique to the region.
Spectacular South Africa
March 27 – April 9, 2008
14 days – 20 meals
$4,099 – Includes roundtrip air from Detroit and double occupancy [More]
TEAMING UP FOR MONEY SMART WEEK, APRIL 20 - 29
Marygrove College, The Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago, Detroit Branch, and the Money Smart Advisory Council are again teaming up for Money Smart Week, April 20-29, 2007. Money Smart Week is a joint effort to improve the economic literacy of the public, teaching them about basic banking, budgeting, credit and protecting their Identity. The Main Dining Room at Marygrove will be the site of the 2nd Annual Youth Expo on Saturday, April 21, from 9:30 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. [More]
MARYGROVE JOINS NAIA ATHLETIC CONFERENCE
The Marygrove Mustang Athletic Program will join the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA) beginning with the 2007-2008 academic year. NAIA is the oldest national athletic association and consists of nearly 300 member institutions from the U.S. and Canada. We’ve been part of the 60-member United States Collegiate Athletic Association since the inception of our intercollegiate athletic program in 2002.. [More]
HELP BEAUTIFY MARYGROVE'S CAMPUS
It is time to think about flowers and plants! The sixth annual Campus Beautification Day will be held on Saturday, May 19, from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. This yearly event brings Marygrove alumni, faculty, staff and students together to rake and clean out flower beds, pick up trash and plant lots of flowers.
The day’s schedule includes clean-up and planting from 9:00 a.m. until noon and lunch from noon until 1:00 p.m. If you are interested in volunteering, please contact Sr. Marianne Gaynor, Alumni Program and Giving Coordinator at (313) 927-1572 or mgaynor@marygrove.edu.
LAST CALL FOR DISTINGUISHED ALUMNI NOMINATIONS!
The Marygrove College Distinguished Alumni Awards are honors bestowed by Marygrove College and the Marygrove College Alumni Association. These awards have been established to recognize and honor alumni who have distinguished themselves and their alma mater.
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PRESIDENT FIKE TO VISIT ALUMNI IN AKRON, OHIO, AND TRAVERSE CITY, MICHIGAN
On Saturday, May 19, 2007, Marygrove’s newly inaugurated President, Dr. David Fike, and Diane Puhl, Director of Alumni Relations, will attend a special luncheon in honor of Dr. Fike and the Akron Alumni Chapter’s 65th Anniversary. The luncheon will be held at 11:30 a.m. at the Fairlawn Country Club in Akron, Ohio. Cost is $20. If you are interested in attending, please contact Marge Burkley ’56 at (330) 864-8694.
Alumni in Northern Michigan will have an opportunity to meet Dr. Fike, Diane Puhl and Dr. Brenda Bryant, Assistant Dean of Professional Studies and Director of both the Master of Social Justice and Master in the Art of Teaching Programs, at a luncheon on Saturday, June 2, 2007, at 11:30 a.m. at Trattoria Stella Restaurant in Traverse City, Michigan. The cost is $20. Please contact Diane Puhl at (313) 927-1443 or dpuhl@marygrove.edu for more information or to register.
NEW INSTITUTE FOR ARTS INFUSED EDUCATION COURSES
The Institute for Arts Infused Education (IAIE) announces its second annual Summer Intensive titled Community Arts Partnerships: Modeling Innovative Methods in English Language Arts Education. The three-day intensive will offer SBCEUs for teachers. [More]
HELP RECRUIT STUDENTS TO MARYGROVE AND THEY RECEIVE SPECIAL BENEFITS!
Alumni who care about the future of their alma mater can help the Marygrove
Alumni Recruiting Students (MARS) committee and the Office of Admissions
by identifying potential Marygrove students for the upcoming class. If
you refer a student to Marygrove, he or she will have the $25 application
fee waived and, if admitted and enrolled, a $250 gift card for books will
be awarded to be used at the College Bookstore. [More]
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