Commencement 2007 - Villanova University

Your Alumni AssociationJohn Smock ’65 VSB Elected VUAA PresidentThe Villanova University Alumni Association (VUAA) Boardof Directors at its May meeting elected JohnSmock ’65 VSB, Acct. as president for2007-08. A member of the board since2001, Smock is co-founder and partner ofSmock Sterling Strategic ManagementConsultants in Chicago.Paul Tufano, Esq., ’83 VSB, Acct. ’86 J.D.was named president-elect of the VUAAand Robert Byrnes ’76 VSB, Acct. waselected vice president.The board is also pleased to introduce three new members:• Dr. Chauncey Fortt ’73 A&S, Psy.;• Alfonso Martinez-Fonts Jr. ’71 A&S, Pol. Sci.; and• Tracy Brala ’90 VSB, Acct.Read more about these new members and board leaders inthe Fall issue of Villanova Magazine.The board thanks the three members who have completedtheir terms: Denise Devine ’77 VSB, Acct, ’83 G.S., Tax.;Patrick Brala ’89 VSB, Acct, ’07 E.M.B.A.; and JamesMcIntosh ’69 A&S, Edu. We are truly grateful for their valuableexpertise and contributions to Villanova’s alumni.Chapters Greet New Students at ReceptionsThis summer, Villanova University’s first-yearand transfer students and their families arebeing welcomed at 46 New Student Receptionsacross the country. Hosted by local chapters of the VillanovaUniversity Alumni Association, these receptionsare a great way for incoming Villanovans andtheir families to meet classmates, current students,parents and alumni who can answer questions andshare their Villanova experiences.Receptions are scheduled in the following locations:Albany, N.Y.ArizonaAtlantaBaltimoreBergen/Passaic Counties, N.J.BostonBucks County, Pa.Cape Cod, Mass.CarolinasCentral ConnecticutCentral New JerseyCentral TexasChicagoDelawareDetroitFairfield/Westchester, Conn.Greater TrentonGreater Washington, D.C.HoustonHudson/Essex, N.J.Jersey ShoreKansas CityLancaster, Pa.Lehigh ValleyLong IslandManhattanMinneapolis/St. PaulMonmouth/Ocean Counties, N.J.New Haven, Conn.New Jersey SkylandsNorth TexasGreat Golf.GreatCause.Thirteenchaptersof the Villanova UniversityAlumni Association havehosted or will hold golf outingsthis season.These popular outings are afantastic way to enjoy thewarm weather and get togetheron the links with other Villanovans,while benefiting chapterscholarship funds and otherworthwhile causes. Many ofthese outings include socialreceptions, dinners and auctions,so consider attendingeven if you do not golf.For details, visit alumni.villanova.edu and click on“Chapter Scholarship GolfOutings.”Northeast PennsylvaniaNorthern CaliforniaPacific NorthwestPhiladelphiaPuerto RicoRhode IslandRochesterSan DiegoSouth FloridaSouthern CaliforniaSouthern New JerseySouthern OhioSyracuse, N.Y.Tampa Bay, Fla.Western PennsylvaniaFor the complete schedule and information on how you can become involved with your local chapter,visit www.alumni.villanova.edu and click on the “New Student Receptions” link.Hear BasketballUpdates atCoaches’ NightsFall is just around the corner,so plan to join the VillanovaUniversity Alumni Associationat the pre-season BasketballCoaches’ Nights. Hear thelatest updates on the 2007-08season from Jay Wright, headcoach of Villanova men’s basketball,and Harry Perretta ’95G.S., head coach of women’sbasketball. Join special Villanovaguests, alumni andfriends for an evening of greatfood and drinks and chalk talk.Visit alumni.villanova.edu for the Coaches’ Nightschedule.Travel the Worldwith Fellow Villanovansin 2008The Villanova UniversityAlumni Association TravelProgram is a benefit for theUniversity’s extended family ofalumni, parents and friends.Our 2008 travel schedule andcomprehensive brochure arenow available and detail 12exciting destinations, includinga trip in July 2008 to Tuscany,Italy, hosted by the Rev. PeterM. Donohue, O.S.A., ’75A&S, University president.Call 1-800-VILLANOVA(800-845-5266) to request abrochure or download a copyat alumni.villanova.edu atthe “Benefits and Services—Travel” link.70 Villanova Magazine