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July Facebook Contest alumni were encouraged through social media to submit photos to win fair and ride passes to the Champaign County Fair. Greg Hower ’02 was the winner of the contest and Chris Wilson ’04 was the runner up. Visit the <strong>Urbana</strong> alum Facebook page to see pictures and get daily information. August 8 Alumni Day at the Fair alumni who visited the <strong>University</strong> booth were treated to one free small lemonade courtesy of Chester Foods. Did you know more than 1/3 of alumni live within a 15 mile radius of campus? August 13 Regional Event at Versailles alumni and friends gathered in Versailles, OH. The event was hosted by alumni ron and Karen Mescher at their bar and grill, Sideliners. Head football coach Dave Taynor ‘99 provided a preview of the season. 1 Facebook Contest: Photo submitted by Mike Davis titled, “UU’s first football team from 1985” was entered in a Facebook Photo Contest held by UU Alumni Relations. 2 Cheerleaders: <strong>University</strong> cheerleaders & Knitro helped bring spirit to the London Rib and Jazz Festival by stunting in the crowd. 3 Champaign Co. Fair: Alumni Day at the Champaign County Fair. 4 Swedenborgian Group: Group of alumni and friends at the Annual Convention of the Swedenborgian Church. 5 Golf Scramble: Annual Blue Knights Golf Scramble in July hosted at the Woodland Golf Club in Cable, OH. 6 Kings Island: Admissions counselor Matthew Ison takes advantage of the Kings Island discount for alumni and friends. 7 Memorial Benefit: Andia Shisler Memorial Benefit - proceeds supported the <strong>University</strong>’s soccer programs. Calendar of events oCtoBer Saturday, October 15 - On Campus ‘A Knight with the Stars’ - Homecoming Start your fall off right and show that you’re a Blue Knight! Last year’s homecoming brought more than 3,000 persons to campus, many for the game and others who came to renew acquaintances and reconnect with the <strong>University</strong>. Need a place to stay? Think ahead and reserve a room. See a list of local accommodations or call the Champaign County Convention and Visitors Bureau toll free at (877) 873-5767. noveMBer Saturday, November 5 - On Campus Scholarship Recipient and Legacy Brunch Brunch and a program will be provided to select alumni supporters, student scholarship-recipients, faculty, staff, and the <strong>University</strong> Foundation to reflect on philanthropy and education. Event begins at 10:30 a.m. in the Student Center. Monday, November 7 - On Campus Jewish Dessert Tasting and Alumni Reception with Dr. Janet Ebert Join us on November 7 at 6 p.m. in the Student Center for a Jewish dessert tasting and a special alumni reception with former faculty member and local musician Dr. Janet Ebert. Following the reception, stay for Dr. Janet Ebert’s presentation called “The Homefront.” All are welcome! deCeMBer Thursday, December 1 - On Campus Christmas on Campus Brunch and a program will be provided to select alumni supporters, student scholarship-recipients, faculty, staff, and the <strong>University</strong> Foundation to reflect on philanthropy and education. Event begins at 10:30 a.m. in the Student Center. feBrUarY Friday, February 3 - Columbus, OH OFIC Career Fest Attend the Ohio Foundation of Independent Colleges (OFIC) Career Fest held at the Aladdin Shrine Complex in Columbus, OH. Open house for alumni and students will be held in the Oasis Room at the complex from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturday, February 4 - On Campus Athletic Hall of Fame Celebrate the the 34th and 35th selections to be inducted into the <strong>Urbana</strong> <strong>University</strong> Athletic Hall of Fame. Blue Knight alumni Brian Boysel and Mary (Jenkins) McBride will be honored and enshrined together during an induction ceremony on Saturday, February 4th, 2012 after a Blue Knight men’s and women’s basketball doubleheader. Contact Alumni Relations with questions about any of the events listed. <strong>Urbana</strong> Update | <strong>Fall</strong> <strong>2011</strong> | 13
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