UNIVERSITY OF MARY WASHINGTON
ALUMNI E-NEWS - November 2009
In this issue:
EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT RICK HURLEY ANNOUNCES HIS RETIREMENT
UPCOMING ALUMNI EVENTS
ALUMNUS RECEIVES THE 2009 FRED CASE REMODELING ENTREPRENEUR OF THE YEAR AWARD
EAGLE VILLAGE REACHES NEW HEIGHTS
UMW COMMEMORATIVE BOOK BUNDLE
RECOGNIZING GRADUATES OF THE LAST DECADE
UMW ATHLETICS
WHAT'S NEW AT THE BOOKSTORE
EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT RICK HURLEY ANNOUNCES HIS RETIREMENT
On October 29, 2009, Executive Vice President Richard V. Hurley announced his intention to retire from the University of Mary Washington effective May 1, 2010. During his decade-long tenure at Mary Washington, Rick Hurley has been the institution’s chief financial officer while also directing facilities and capital projects, public safety, human resources, and business operations. He also serves as treasurer of the University of Mary Washington Foundation, where he has been instrumental in developing the University’s first public/private partnership, Eagle Village. At the request of the Board of Visitors, he served as Acting President from May 1, 2007, through June 30, 2008. Upon her arrival, President Hample named Hurley her second in command as Executive Vice President.
Rick Hurley has had an enormous impact on this University. The Fredericksburg campus has seen a dramatic expansion of facilities that support significant improvements to student life, including the indoor tennis complex, the fitness center, the renovation of Lee Hall, the acquisition of Marye’s Heights Apartments, the addition of a campus parking deck, and the current construction of the Anderson Convocation Center. Also completed under his watch was the beautiful Campanile, which now serves as an anchor for Campus Walk, and the Jepson Alumni Executive Center, which provides a stunning home for alumni, advancement, and community activities. Mary Washington’s second academic building at Stafford and the planning for a new Dahlgren campus are also among Hurley’s important accomplishments.
Alumni will have two opportunities to meet President Judy G. Hample. Receptions will be held in Virginia's Peninsula and Tidewater areas on November 11 and 12, 2009. For event information and online registration, please visit www.umw.edu/alumni/events.
Mark your calendars for the UMW Alumni Association and UMW Office of Career Services annual Washington, D.C., area Student/Alumni Career Networking Reception on Sunday, January 31, 2010, from 2 to 4 p.m. at the Holiday Inn Arlington. This casual reception provides alumni an opportunity to help current Mary Washington students who are preparing to enter the job market. Alumni can share their experiences relating to various career paths, industry trends, graduate schools, and much more.
Come back and enjoy Mary Washington June 3-6, 2010, for Alumni College and Reunion Weekend. Classes ending in "0" and "5" will celebrate a special reunion this year. Visit the events page for more information. Keep checking back as more information will be posted as it becomes available.
Keep checking our website at www.umw.edu/alumni under the "Events" link for the latest details and registration information. More locations and events will be announced soon.
ALUMNUS RECEIVES THE 2009 FRED CASE REMODELING ENTREPRENEUR OF THE YEAR AWARD
Iris Harrell '69 is the third winner of the Fred Case Remodeling Entrepreneur of the Year Award, established and endowed by the founder of Case Design/Remodeling, one of the largest full-service remodeling companies in the U.S. The Fred Case Remodeling Entrepreneur of the Year Award is modeled after the professional achievements of Fred Case, founder and CEO of Case Design/Remodeling, Inc.
Three judges evaluated nominees based on three principal criteria: business acumen/company’s financial strength, community and industry involvement, and entrepreneurial spirit.
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EAGLE VILLAGE REACHES NEW HEIGHTS
Large cranes are heaving huge sections of concrete at Eagle Village to raise student housing and mixed-use buildings to the next level. But there are more than new cranes on site: During the construction of Eagle Village Phase I, more than 20 retailers are open and gearing up for the holidays! Drive by on U.S. 1 to see the progress or visit the website.
UMW Commemorative Book Bundle: Bring back the good times at the University of Mary Washington with Moments in Time and UMW: A Centennial History, 1908-2008. The beautiful hardbound coffee-table book, Moments in Time, photographically captures the essence of UMW past and present. In the richly detailed narrative, UMW: A Centennial History, 1908-2008, Distinguished Professor of History William B. Crawley Jr. depicts the 100-year history of UMW showing in a colorful and compelling way how developments on campus mirrored changes sweeping the nation. This one-of-a-kind bundle is available for just $49.95 plus $10.99 shipping. The books will be specially wrapped with ribbon. Please visit www.umw.edu/bookstore to place an order.
RECOGNIZING GRADUATES OF THE LAST DECADE
Members of the Class of 2008 celebrated Homecoming and won the award for having the highest class giving participation for the annual GOLD Rush competition.
This year’s competition is already in progress. Class chairs and committee members are urging alumni from the classes of 2001 through 2009 to make a gift of any size to help increase class giving participation. All GOLD Rush gifts must be received before June 30; next year’s winner will be announced at Homecoming 2010.
Men’s Basketball Team to Play Exhibition at Division I Gardner Webb
The University of Mary Washington men’s basketball team will kick off the 2009-2010 season on Saturday, November 7 with an exhibition game at Division I Gardner Webb University. Game time is set for 7 p.m. The regular season will start on November 20, when the Eagles face Lynchburg College in the Roanoke Classic at 5 p.m.
2009-2010 Men’s Basketball Schedule: www.umweagles.com/schedule.aspx?path=mbball
Women’s Basketball Team Receives Votes in D3Hoops.com’s Preseason National Poll
The University of Mary Washington women's basketball team is listed as receiving votes in the 2009-2010 D3Hoops.com national poll, released on Thursday. The Eagles, who finished 23-6 and captured their third straight Capital Athletic Conference championship last winter, return eight players from that squad, which made the program's fifth straight NCAA Tournament appearance.
2009-2010 Women’s Basketball Schedule: www.umweagles.com/schedule.aspx?path=wbball
Diploma Frames: With the holidays fast approaching, now is the perfect time to finally frame your Mary Washington diploma! The diploma frame collection includes beautiful, eco-friendly diploma frames featuring museum-quality preservation matting and the exclusive Level Best™ hanging system. These frames are available with either the University of Mary Washington embossed logo and medallion seal, or the Mary Washington College embossed logo and embossed seal. To purchase these custom-made diploma frames, please visit the Gifts and Insignia section within the UMW Bookstore website at www.umw.edu/bookstore.
The UMW Bookstore has alumni apparel in new colors and styles - see the complete collection at www.umw.edu/bookstore. Special Web offer: *Receive 15 percent off one regularly priced alumni clothing or insignia item when you place an order online at the University Bookstore website, November 1-30, 2009, while supplies last. Enter promo code AlumEnews1109 in the "Customer Notes Section" of your order to receive the discount. Please note: The discount will be applied to the most expensive item purchased and will be reflected on the invoice. *Offer excludes clocks, watches, lamps, chairs, rockers, diploma frames, prints, University Bookstore gift cards, trade books, textbooks, and software. Other exceptions may also apply.