Alumni Association

Dear Alum,

I’m excited about the plethora of non-football events and programs that the Alumni Association has been sponsoring or helping out with recently.

In this issue there’s the Hispanic Alumni Association’s Chile Open Golf Tournament, Cafe Scientifique for erudite discussions, our ongoing Roaming Buffaloes trips around the world, a journalism school get-together in Chicago and an invitation to volunteer at the Alumni Association.

We really love to run your stories and photos in Buffalum Notes — send them to Marc Killinger. If you’ve moved or changed e-mail addresses, let us know. And don’t forget, you can always find the latest CU happenings at www.cualum.org.

Get your football season tickets now!

Purchase your season tickets today and don’t miss any of the action as the Buffs take on Texas, Kansas State, West Virginia and more at Folsom Field. After a strong 2007 that included wins against Oklahoma, CSU and Nebraska, the Buffs have added a top 15 recruiting class and are ready to compete against the nation’s best. Season tickets start at just $235 and include tickets to six games at Folsom Field plus the Qwest Rocky Mountain Showdown against CSU in Denver. For more information and to purchase season tickets visit CUBuffs.com or call 303-49-BUFFS.

Alumni Cafe Scientifique, June 17

Join other alumni for an evening of networking and intellectual discussion on evolutionism with Ned Friedman of ecology and evolutionary biology speaking about “Evolution Before Darwin.” This free event is at Boulder’s Redfish restaurant at 5:30 p.m. For more information and to R.S.V.P. click here.

Be an alumni volunteer

Want to give back to the university and get involved with Alumni Association activities? We’re looking for volunteers for our events and programs. There are a variety of volunteer opportunities and we’d love your help! For more information and to sign up, contact Laura or call her at 303-492-4071.

Tap into My CU Network’s career services!

Our career services page connects you to a powerful career-networking tool on the My CU Network and to the university’s extensive offerings.

Not registered for the My CU Network? It’s free and easy so click here.

The grad gift that keeps on giving

Looking for a grad gift? Give the gift that lasts a lifetime: a Lifetime Membership to the Alumni Association! Support our alumni programming and get a tax deduction. The cost is $750. Please sign up online today or call 303-492-8484 for more information. We’d love to CU for Life!

Your CU Book Store

Here’s lots of gear for all your summer needs! Prices subject to change.

Job search on your mind?

Let Career Services help you connect with employers, discuss search strategies and/or fine tune your resume — here.

Looking for a new employee? Consider hiring a CU-Boulder alum or student. Click here.

The J-School visits the windy city!

On Tuesday, July 22, meet journalism dean Paul Voakes, alumni coordinator Beth Gaeddert, diversity coordinator Dave Martinez and some of the more than 200 SJMC Chicago-area alumni and friends for an informal networking get-together. Hors d’ oeuvres and soft drinks are on us. South Water Kitchen, 225 N. Wabash, 6-8 p.m. Please RSVP to Beth.

Biking & barging in Germany Sept. 5-13

June might be bike-to-work month in the U.S., but in Europe they’ve perfected the art of biking for pleasure. A few additional spaces have opened up on this trip in Germany, so join us for an invigorating and relaxing vacation. Enjoy a leisurely cruise on a modernized barge down the Mosel River or bike next to it. We start in Metz, France and disembark in Cochem, Germany with daily excursions in-between. All meals are included as are bikes, helmets and most important, bike guides. Click here for more details.

How were we in 1958?!

Read Regent emeritus Peter Steinhauer‘s (A&S’58) insightful speech to the Class of 1958 reunion to get a glimpse of campus life when hula hoops were the rage. Click here.

Denver Buff Club golf tournament June 27

Help support the Denver Buff Club and CU Athletics by golfing with CU coaches, administrators and local celebrities at the Littleton Golf Club. Luncheon is at 12:30 p.m., shotgun start at 1:30 p.m. And did you know that the over 6,000 Buff Club members raise over $7 million annually for scholarships and other assistance for CU student- athletes? Founded in 1956, the clubs raise money in many ways; spring and summer is golf tournament season. Click here for information on the golf tournament, whose deadline has been changed to June 20, or contact Kelly at 303-492-3213.

Alums cycle for scholarships

By Clint Talbott (Jour’85)

On a fundraising ride for Children’s Hospital six years ago, Woody Eaton (DistSt’62) and Todd Gleeson, CU-Boulder arts and sciences dean, wondered why they couldn’t launch a bicycling event to fund scholarships at CU-Boulder.

Since then, their conception has become the Buffalo Bicycle Classic, which has raised $800,000 for scholarships that go to good students who need the money. It is the single largest source of scholarships within the College of Arts and Sciences, which is the largest and oldest college at the university.

Read more

Chancellor’s letter to the community

It is hard for me to believe Val and I have been at the University of Colorado at Boulder for nearly two years already.

When we first arrived, we were optimistic about the future of the University, but we had no idea we would see CU enjoy so many successes in such a short time. Today, we are experiencing unparalleled success and many of you have heard me describe what a great time it is to be at CU-Boulder!

Read the entire letter.

Colorado Shakespeare Festival special night and discount

– Join us for alumni night at the festival on Thursday, July 24, for The “Three Musketeers” and a pre-reception at Koenig Alumni Center featuring artistic director Philip Sneed (Thtr’80). Contact Becky at 303-492-2879 for more information on tickets and reservations.

– Also, alumni members may receive a 20-percent discount on adult tickets in the orchestra section for any festival play Sunday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday! Dates are June 20-Aug. 16. Kids 5-12 are just $5, teens 13-17 half price. Kids and teens prices are good for any day, any play, any section! For your discount please call 303-492-0554 and use code ALUZ8. All the festival info is here.

CU in Jax Sept. 27

Join other alums for the big away football game of the year against FSU in Jacksonville, Fla.! Take advantage of our hotel block and purchase tickets now. Event tickets for the Friday night reception and a pregame party at the stadium on Saturday will be available soon so stay tuned. Check it all out here. To be added to the interest list for updates on events and other helpful information, contact Laura. And back in Boulder, alumni pregames will take place three hours before most home games. Click here for more information.

Attention Buffs: The 2008-09 calendars are coming!

Join the Alumni Association now in time to receive your free 2008-09 CU-Boulder calendar. The beautiful campus photos will take you back to your days in Boulder. We’ve also included lots of CU activities for each month, including the football schedule. Quantities are limited so go to our membership site to become a member today. Calendars will be mailed in July. Join online here or call 303-492-8484 or 800-492-7743.

We’ve created a crossword puzzle to test your CU-Boulder knowledge! You can find the puzzle and answers here.

Check out the Boulder alumni club

The Boulder alumni club is seeking new members. Please join us for snacks and friendly conversation at our next meeting on Tuesday, June 17, at 7:30 p.m. We meet about once a month at Koenig Alumni Center for an hour to enjoy each other’s company and to plan social and scholarship fundraising events. It’s a great way to stay connected to CU. E-mail here for more information.

Golf with the Hispanic Alumni Association

You’re invited to tee-off with the Hispanic Alumni Association at their annual Chile Open Golf Tournament on Saturday, June 28 starting at 6:30 a.m. at Buffalo Run Golf Course in Commerce City. Here’s all the information.

Crosby, Stills and Nash are coming to Denver!

You can enjoy a great concert and support the American Transplant Foundation at the same time. A portion of the June 26 concert proceeds will benefit the transplant program at the Anschutz Medical Campus. Tickets (starting at $500) purchased though the American Transplant Foundation are tax deductible and include premium seats and an invitation to the pre-concert VIP cocktail party. To purchase tickets for the concert at the Wells Fargo Theatre in Denver visit the foundation’s website here or call 303-757-0959.

Colorado Light Opera July 10-Aug. 3

This summer experience the best of sophisticated yet lighthearted musical theatre with Colorado Light Opera. CLO presents two great productions: Stephen Sondheim’s “A Little Night Music” and Frank Loesser’s “How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying.” Talented performers, gorgeous sets, exquisite costumes and beautiful music are all in store for you. Both works are produced by Katherine Soscia Myers (MMus’99). For more information and tickets call 303-492-8008 or click here.

CU day at the Senior Open

Join fellow CU alumni and CU staff at the U.S. Senior Open golf tournament at The Broadmoor in Colorado Springs on Friday, Aug. 1. Show your support for distinguished alumni Hale Irwin (Mktg’67) and Dale Douglass (A&S’59) as they compete for yet another USGA Championship.

There’s nothing like attending a major championship at The Broadmoor, especially inside the exclusive Trophy Club tent, an air conditioned villa located on the golf course. Click here to order tickets. For more information e-mail Kelly Dowd or call 303-492-3213.

Contest Corner

The prize for one of the randomly selected correct answers is a beautiful CU-Boulder CD! When you e-mail your answer please include your mailing address.

Black CU star track athlete Claude Walton (Mus ex’37) was only able to eat a meal on the Hill once during his time at CU. This was because:

Hint: The answer is in the June Coloradan magazine. And congratulations to Anne Westbrook (EPOBio’82) of Colorado Springs, who was one of many, many people who knew that Sister Helen Prejean was one of the honorary doctorate recipients at CU-Boulder’s commencement last month.