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A Newsletter for the Alumni, Parents & Friends of Immaculata University
March 15, 2024
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News from the Office of Alumni Relations | |
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Reunion Registration is Open:
Ticket Discount Available through March 31
Reunion 2024 is just six weeks away - on April 27, and the Office of Alumni Relations invites ALL ALUMNI to join us for the day's events. This is a special reunion year for classes ending in 4 & 9, with a Golden Mac celebration for the class of 1974, and the class of 1999 becoming Silver Macs. IU provides the venue, and we need YOU to join us with your classmates to join the fun and make new memories!
REUNION ACTIVITIES:
The morning alumni meeting is followed by a delicious brunch. Afternoon provides time for socializing, campus exploration, shopping, a scavenger hunt and alumni trivia challenge, a Legacy Alumni gathering, Mass, and class photos. Evening hours are full of dining & socializing, with a special dinner in the Green Room honoring the 50th Reunion Class of 1974, and the ever-popular Mac's Pub on back campus for all other classes. A complimentary Alumni Corn Hole tournament will be held adjacent to Mac's Pub. View full details.
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REGISTRATION DISCOUNT:
Save on your 2024 Reunion registration through March 31st! Rates for all paid events increase on April 1, 2024. To take advantage of reduced event pricing, return the response card from your invitation via mail, or use our convenient online registration on the Reunion website: immaculata.edu/reunion.
BOOK YOUR HOTEL:
Special savings are available on hotel rooms at several partner hotels. These rates are only available through late March. Please visit the Reunion website for a list of hotels and their corresponding registration deadlines: immaculata.edu/reunion.
QUESTIONS:
Please contact the Alumni Office at alumnidept@immaculata.edu with your Reunion questions.
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REUNION 2024: Legacy Alumni Gathering
All Immaculata University graduates who share the bonds of family with other IU alums are invited to attend a Legacy Alumni Gathering during Reunion 2024.
The gathering will occur from 2:45PM to 3:45PM in the Guest Dining Room, Nazareth Hall. Please invite your IU alumni family members to join you! Light refreshments will be served.
Plan to stay for Mac's Pub and other Reunion events! Registration is available through the Reunion website: immaculata.edu/reunion.
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Bring IU the Luck of the Irish!
St. Patrick's Day often brings tales of leprechauns, pots of gold and luck. Immaculata University is very lucky in that our pot of gold extends to more than 99% of our traditional undergraduate students, who receive financial aid and scholarships each year. The ability to provide an affordable, outcome-oriented education at all levels (graduate, too) is a direct result of our generous donors, who replenish the IU "pot of gold" each year.
If you have not already done so, please consider sharing a wee bit of your "gold" with Immaculata students this St. Patrick's Day, by clicking the pot of gold, above, to make an online donation. Your gift of any size will help Immaculata University reach this year's $1.125 million goal!
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A Message from President Lettiere
Regarding the Villa Maria East Dorm Campaign
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The Villa Maria East Dorm Campaign, which will transform the current office space back to its original use - student dorm rooms, is underway. This $600,000 dedicated fundraising campaign provides numerous recognition opportunities and donor societies, for all giving levels. Please take a moment to view this special message from President Lettiere, on why now is the time to participate. | |
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President Barbara Lettiere '72 has offered a challenge gift that will match - up to $100,000 - donations from the first 100 donors who make of a gift of $1,000 or more to ensure we reach the campaign goal. Invest in the future of Immaculata University and our students with your gift to The Villa Maria East Dorm Renovation Campaign. View campaign details: Immaculata.edu/villadorm. | |
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VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY:
Student Snack Giveaway
Help brighten the day for IU students this semester by volunteering to assist with snack distribution on Wednesday, April 17, 2024. The Alumni Association will have snack distribution tables set up in Good Counsel and Loyola Halls from 4:00PM-7:30PM and are looking for alumni volunteers to work the tables.
Please sign-up here or email us to provide your availability: AlumniDept@immaculata.edu.
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Where Do You Volunteer:
Alumni Board Service Challenge
Our experience at Immaculata not only provided us with an excellent education, but we were also encouraged and supported the mission of service to give back to our communities. Continuing with this great tradition, we challenge our alumni to celebrate their service by sharing what they are doing for others. We invite alums to take a photo or provide a brief description of service they have done or are currently doing and send it to AlumniDept@immaculata.edu or post it on social media using the hashtag #iuservicechallenge. Photos and stories received by April 1, 2024 will be featured at Reunion 2024 on April 27, 2024.
Every Immaculatan can make a difference and together we can make a mighty difference!
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Cue & Curtain Presents: Anything Goes
Cue and Curtain presents its spring production of the classic musical comedy, “Anything Goes.” Theatre enthusiasts are invited aboard for a hilarious journey filled with love, laughter, music, and dance. The story concerns madcap antics aboard an ocean liner bound from New York to London. Anything Goes is delightful, delicious and de-lovely with original music by Cole Porter.
The play will be offered at varying times in Alumnae Hall Theater from Friday, March 22 through Sunday, March 24. Tickets are $10 for adults and $5 for students under 18. Immaculata students are free with ID. View additional details here.
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Register Today for Immaculata On the Road
Immaculata University alums are invited to join Susan Arnold, Vice President for Institutional Advancement at one of our upcoming Immaculata On the Road events. The events are complimentary, held during lunch or dinner, and provide an opportunity to learn more about current happenings on campus at IU.
On the Road events are open to all IU alumni and friends of the University. Please select the event name below to register.
March 20 - Seasons 52, Princeton, NJ - 12:00PM (Waitlist available)
April 2 - The Hampton Social, Naples, FL - 6:00PM
April 16 - The Wheelhouse, Lewes, DE - 12:00PM
May 21 - Chatham Bars Inn, Chatham, MA - 12:00PM
Click here to view the full 2024 On the Road schedule. If you have questions, please contact Betty Ginty at eginty@immaculata.edu or 484-323-3944.
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PLEASE NOTE: On the Road events frequently have a waiting list. If you register for an event and are subsequently unable to attend, please call and let us know so that your seat can be offered to another alum who is interested in attending.
While the event is free for the alum and one guest, the University must pay for all reserved seats, so your call also allows us to cancel that reservation when a wait list is not pending. Thank you!
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Work at IU: Fundraising & Grants Associate
Are you passionate about the mission and values of Immaculata University? Do you have experience in fundraising, grants and annual giving? Would you thrive in a fun, team environment? If yes, you may be a good fit for the Fundraising and Grants Associate position open in the Office of Institutional Advancement.
If interested, please view the job description here, and forward your questions to Susan Arnold at sarnold@immaculata.edu.
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Cap & Gown Donations
The Office of Student Life is seeking IU caps and gowns for the upcoming Commencement ceremony. If you would like to donate your academic attire to our current students, please contact Mary Kate Shields at mshields2@immaculata.edu to arrange for delivery.
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Lenten Reflection Booklet
Embrace Lent - share in the reflections of the Immaculata community through the 2024 Lenten Reflection Booklet. It is hoped that this will help you have a more intentional Lent. Be attentive to God in the ordinary moments of your day, listen for God’s voice and let your heart be gentled.
Thank you to the Office of Mission & Ministry and Campus Ministry for preparing this resource, which is available online here.
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Alumni Prayer Requests
Please know that you are always in the thoughts and prayers of our IHM Sisters. If you have a special intention which you would like to include in their daily Chapel prayer list, you may submit your prayer requests here. Requests may be submitted anonymously by both alumni and friends of Immaculata.
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Attention: IC / IU Field Hockey Alumni
Plan to meet current players, enjoy friendly competition and participate in the Alumni Field Hockey game on Saturday, April 20 at 3:30 PM at Draper Walsh Stadium.
For further information, please contact Coach Kate Stopford at kstopford@immaculata.edu.
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Women's Lacrosse: Macs Win Again, Off to Best Start in Program History
On March 13, the Immaculata women's lacrosse team took down Delaware Valley by a score of 17-6 on the road.
The Immaculata women's lacrosse team, under first year head coach Brittney Conzentino is off to the best start to a season in program history with their 5-1 record. View article here
Athletic News:
Spring sports are underway! Stay up to date on the lastest results for your favorite Mighty Mac teams! For full coverage on all Mighty Mac news, including game schedules, visit: GoMightyMacs.com.
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Immaculata Trivia
Did you Know....
Reunion is for all Alumni?
Mighty Mac Trivia:
Which class will become Silver Macs this year?
Send us an email with your answer! Replies will be entered into a monthly drawing for a prize.
And the Answer Is...
In the last edition of "Highlights from the Hill" we asked the following trivia question:
What volunteer opportunity is being offered by the Alumni Board in April?
The Answer:
The student snack giveaway
Thank you to all who participated.
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Are You Connected?
Join us on any of our Alumni social media sites to stay up-to-date on all things IU!
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We Look Forward to Seeing You Soon!
The Office of Alumni Relations - Immaculata University
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