“HAVE A SEAT…AND MORE!” A SUCCESS
Thursday, November 8, Denk Chapman and Alumni Hall were transformed into beautiful, candle-lit art galleries for the “Have a Seat…and more!” fundraising auction. Over 150 alumni, friends of the College, staff, and art collectors enjoyed strolling hors d’oeuvres, cocktails, beautiful floral centerpieces, art, and conversation during the reception, silent auction, and live auction. Dominic and Delia Pangborn were the hosts of the event, and Dominic donated two chairs that he personally designed.
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SPIRIT WEEK
Spirit Week was November 4 – 10, and students and employees really enjoyed it. Activities included a contest to see who could wear the most green and gold, dorm room and office decorating contest, karaoke, dance contest, introduction of the men’s and women’s basketball teams, IHM open house, Founders’ Day convocation, tour of the tunnel, tour of the bell tower, academic bowl, “Have a Seat...and More!” fundraising auction, and party.
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SISTER JANE MARY HOWARD RECEIVES PRESIDENTIAL AWARD FOR LEADERSHIP
At the recent President’s Council Dinner, Dr. David Fike made a very special presentation to one of his predecessors, Sister Jane Mary Howard, who held the interim presidency from 1968 to 1969.
Dr. Fike created the Marygrove College Presidential Award for Leadership to recognize exceptional leadership in service to the College, as described in its three-sentence criteria: [More]
MARYGROVE PARTNERS WITH SMITHSONIAN JOURNEYS AND COLLETTE VACATIONS FOR A NEW TRIP TO EGYPT
Splendors of the Nile
March 11 – 22, 2009
12 Days – 22 Meals
$3,449 – Includes roundtrip air from Detroit, hotel transfers and departure taxes.
Step back in time and explore thousands of years of history, legend, and lore as we view the timeless wonders of Egypt. Discover the world of the ancient Egyptians as we visit the incomparable sites of the pharaohs – Memphis and Sakkara, the Pyramids of Giza, Luxor and Karnak temples, and the tombs on the West Bank and ancient Thebes. Cruise on the legendary Nile, pass colonnaded temples, and stop at the temples of Edfu and Kom Ombo, situated at the crossroads of ancient caravan routes. Learn about ancient Egyptian history during lectures in Cairo and on board the cruise from our Egyptologist/National Guide who will accompany guests throughout the journey. [More]
MEET STUDENT NICK ROBERTS
Nick is a member of the class of ’09, a player on the men’s basketball team, from Pontiac, and majoring in business administration and pre-med. His interests include basketball, fishing, golfing, hanging out with family and friends, and traveling with friends (to a different state every year). Nick came to Marygrove because it has an up-and-coming athletics program and the academics are really strong. He wants to play professional basketball, attend graduate school at Florida State University, and eventually own a gym or athletic club with a rehabilitation center for sports injuries. His advice to other students is: “Have your goals in mind and stay on your path. Don’t be sidetracked, because this is your last stab before the real world comes along.”
DINNER/THEATER: BACK OF THE THROAT
The Dinner/Theatre programs sponsored by the Marygrove Alumni Association Program Committee have met with great success. This season, we are pleased to bring you Back of the Throat from the UDM Theatre Company in the Marygrove Theatre, preceded by dinner in the Main Dining Room in Madame Cadillac Hall.
Back of the Throat, by Yussef El Guindi and directed by Arthur J. Beer
Saturday, December 1, 2007 Dinner 6:30 p.m. Stage Play 8:00 p.m. [More]
ADVENT BY CANDLELIGHT AT VISITATION-NORTH
There will be an evening of reflection designed for Marygrove College alumni at Visitation-North on Wednesday, December 12, from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Participants will explore how faith offers meaning in our society and church as both struggle for Advent Hope. The evening will be facilitated by Mary McDevitt, IHM. Visitation-North is an IHM sponsored spirituality ministry located at the former convent at Marian High School in Bloomfield Hills. Directions will be provided once the registration is received. There is a registration fee of $20, and the deadline is December 5. To register, contact Mary McDevitt, IHM at Visitation-North, 7227 Lahser Rd., Bloomfield Hills, MI 48301 (248) 433-0950 or maryihm@comcast.net
CALLING THE CLASS OF 1956!
Several Golden Girls (that’s the class of ’56) are meeting for lunch and lots of chatter, and invite all interested class members to join. Reservations aren't required, but it is helpful to know the approximate number.
When: Monday, December 17, 2007, noon
Where: Brighton Bar & Grill, 400 W. Main, Brighton, (810) 229-4115
Details: Order from the menu, separate checks
Who to call: Carol Ratty Skruch at (734) 335-6801 or Mary D. Moore Hubbell at (248) 258-1152
2007 PENSION PROTECTION ACT ALLOWS TAX-FREE GIFT
In 2007, the federal government's Pension Protection Act allows those 70.5 and older to plan an effective tax strategy for their IRA distributions while at the same time supporting Marygrove College. This act lets those who qualify make an annual charitable gift from their IRA - entirely tax free. Taxpayers are allowed to donate up to $100,000 per year. You can use your IRA to make your charitable gifts this year and avoid tax on your required distribution.
STUDENTS IN THE HONORS PROGRAM, 2007 - 08
ALUMNI CLASS NOTES ARE NOW ONLINE
In August 2007, Marygrove’s alumni web site at www.marygrove.edu/alumni/class_notes.asp began including class notes and photos that have been submitted to the alumni office since the most recent edition of Contact magazine. Death notifications, both for alumni and their family members, are also included. While this information will continue to be published annually in Contact, we hope this will provide a useful, up-to-date resource that will help alums stay connected with one another. If you would like to submit a class note or death notification, please contact Diane Puhl, director of Alumni Relations, at dpuhl@marygrove.edu or Marygrove College, 8425 W. McNichols, Detroit, MI, 48221 or (313) 927-1443.
IHM NOVEMBER 2007 NEWSLETTER
The Sisters, Servants of the Immaculate Heart of Mary (“IHMs”) founded and sponsor Marygrove College. They also publish an e-newsletter, and here is a link to the publications section of their Web site to read about the latest news in the IHM community: IHM online newsletter
ANNUAL FUND APPEAL
If you have not already, you will soon receive the "Annual Fund Appeal." Your support is vital to enable us to realize our long-term strategic vision of Urban Leadership. The appeal introduces you to two current student leaders, Amy Pavlov and Carl Farrington, who have benefited from your generosity and are ready and poised to go out and begin making significant contributions in their communities. If you haven’t had an opportunity to respond, please seriously consider a gift to the Annual Fund Appeal. You can make a gift online by clicking here.
At this special time of year, we want to express our sincere thanks to all our donors, alumni, community partners and friends for your gifts of time, talent and financial support. Please know how much it helps our students to benefit fully from the Marygrove experience.
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