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Vote Now!
It’s Alumni Board election time--your opportunity to choose among fellow graduates who will represent you on important alumni issues. Each director serves a three-year term on the Board (July 1, 2008 through June 30, 2011).
The Alumni Board of Directors plays an important role in communicating alumni views and opinions to the University administration and setting policy for the Alumni Association. In addition, the Alumni Board president and president-elect serve on the Notre Dame Board of Trustees.
Look for the election ballot in Notre Dame Magazine this month. The ballot and the candidates’ bios are in the Class Notes section of the magazine. You also can access the bios and personal statements online at alumni.nd.edu/election.
There are three easy ways to vote:
· Log on to alumni.nd.edu/election
· Call 800-668-0764
· Mail the paper ballot from Notre Dame Magazine
Remember: You can vote for all positions in all geographic areas.
Voting for the 2008 election will be open from Jan. 15, 2008 through March 12, 2008 at midnight EST.
Thank you for your participation!
Nanovic Institute Seeks to Enrich Educational Experience
The Nanovic Institute is the focal point for European Studies on campus. Its mission: to cultivate an invigorating student experience that enables students to learn about themselves through the study of European societies and cultures. [Full Story]
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ND Senior Named Mitchell Scholar
ND Senior Andrea Laidman, who will graduate this spring with a degree in political science and international peace studies, has been named a 2008-2009 George J. Mitchell Scholar. [Full Story]
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 More Alumni Choosing ND As Final Resting Place
Since its official dedication and blessing last July, 30 percent of the Our Lady of Sorrows at Cedar Grove Cemetery mausolea complex has been purchased. [Full Story]
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ND Family Rallies for the Community Challenge
Announced in November, the Notre Dame Annual Fund Community Challenge is driving participation among those alumni, parents, and friends who have not made a gift to the University in the past fiscal year.
In just over two months, the Community Challenge has reached 25 percent of its 15,000-donor goal, with 3,808 individuals contributing so far. Under the Challenge, eligible donors qualify for a match of up to $1,500 on gifts made by June 30, 2008.
The Community Challenge is sponsored by Bill Shaw ’67, chairman of the Sorin Society and longtime benefactor to Notre Dame. Mr. Shaw will match up to $5 million in contributions.
To see if you are eligible for a Community Challenge matching gift, view your giving history at Irish Online. More information is available on the Community Challenge website.
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.jpg) The World is Her Classroom
She studied monkeys in Gibraltar, investigated public access to HIV/AIDS drugs in Kenya, spent a year abroad at Scotland’s University of St. Andrews—and, oh yes, she speaks Swahili, too. What drives a ND honors student like Bonnie Fullard? Read the full story.
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Medical Ethics Conference Coming in March
Join fellow medical professionals at the 23rd Annual Notre Dame Medical Ethics Conference, which will take place on campus from March 14-16. [Full Story]
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Alumni Association Welcomes New Staff
The Alumni Association has kicked off the new year with two additions to its staff. Karen Lynch Conway ’89, has joined the staff as director of alumni academic programs, and Mike Atkins is the new information technology support engineer. [Full Story]
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Reunion Is Just Around the Corner
Ready to reconnect with your classmates? Reunion 2008 is just around the corner with early registration beginning in March.
Reunion takes place May 29–June 1 for the undergraduate and law classes of 1958, 1963, 1968, 1973, 1978, 1983, 1988, 1993, 1998; architecture grads from class years ending in 4 or 9; 50-Year Club alumni from the classes 1928–1957; Asian Pacific Alumni; Young Alumni: undergraduate and law classes 2003 and 2004.
Alumni and their families can participate in a full slate of Reunion activities, including seminars, golf, campus tours, class dinners and Masses, community service projects and professional networking. Housing is available in residence halls or off-campus.
A Reunion packet will be mailed in March. Early registration at a discounted price will run until May 9, 2008.
For complete details about Reunion 2008, including available packages, click here.
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 Learn to Live the Life You Really Want
Though we live in an age of convenience and multitasking, many people find they still experience three problems: They have too much to do, they encounter too many interruptions, and their lives just don’t seem to have much meaning anymore. Learn to “Enjoy the Life You Really Want” with a free telecoaching seminar coming in February. [Full Story]
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 Cruise the Canary Islands
Join ND Alumni Travel, and trip host Rev. Joseph L. Walter, C.S.C., for a unique journey featuring the natural beauty of the Canary Islands and Madeira.
From April 23-May 1, 2008, you can cruise aboard the deluxe MS Le Diamant in Las Palmas, Gran Canaria, and relax on a seven-night cruise to the Andalusian port of Málaga, Spain.
For complete trip details, click here.
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 Plan Your Own Weekend Adventure
ND Alumni Travel has teamed up with alumnus Darren Hitz ’99, owner of Hitz Adventures, to provide ND alumni with personalized travel opportunities that are perfect for birthday celebrations, bachelor/bachelorette parties, or just a quick get-away. [Full Story]
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Fr. Jenkins to Host Inaugural Latin American and Caribbean Reunion
Notre Dame is inviting all alumni from Latin America and the Caribbean to join University President Rev. John I. Jenkins, CSC, University Provost Dr. Tom Burish, Executive Vice President John Affleck-Graves, and other University leaders for the first-ever Latin American and Caribbean Reunion. [Full Story]
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 Custom ND Jewelry Available
The Irish Shop offers a fine jewelry collection by Alamo City Gold & Silver that includes an assortment of pendants, charm bracelets, rings, earrings and money clips. The jewelry can be customized to include images such as band instruments, sports, the interlocking ND, the golden Dome and the ND leprechaun. The pieces also can be engraved with a name, class year or favorite saying. Create a special gift for yourself or your favorite ND graduate by visiting the Irish Shop.
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From Mourning to Morning
Throughout life, loss confronts us: broken relationships, failed dreams, and final goodbyes. Those navigating through grief are invited to participate in a workshop called “From Mourning to Morning: Working Through Death of a Spouse or Divorce.” It will be held on campus April 11-13. [Full Story]
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The “Forgotten” Sacraments
Are there forgotten sacraments? Find out at the 36th annual conference of the Notre Dame Center for Liturgy--to be held June 16-18, 2008. The conference will investigate the sacraments of Healing (Anointing of the Sick and Reconciliation) and the sacraments at the service of Communion (Marriage and Holy Orders). [Full Story]
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Pray at ND – Wherever You Are
Have you logged on to pray.nd.edu lately? If not, you’re in for a surprise. The site has been completely revamped to make it more vibrant, easier to navigate and chock full of spiritual resources. [Full Story]
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Join Habitat for Humanity For a Week of Service
About 80 percent of Notre Dame students participate in community service projects during their years at the University – and that tradition doesn’t end with graduation. In February, alumni can lend a helping hand to rebuild the gulf coast region with Habitat for Humanity and the Alumni Association. [Full Story]
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.jpg) Alumni Association Launches New Centenarian Club
This month, the ND Alumni Association launched the ND Centenarian Club--an initiative designed to recognize and honor alumni who have reached the age of 100. [Full Story]
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Boston Priest Was a “Notre Dame Man” for Life
Sadly, the Notre Dame family lost one of its most devoted members this year. Rev. David Burke, a diocesan priest from Milton, Mass., might easily have been one of the University’s most enthusiastic fans. An Irish Catholic born and raised in Boston, his affinity for Our Lady’s University began early on, listening to Notre Dame football games on the radio as a child. For Fr. Burke, there was only one team—the Fighting Irish. [Full Story]
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Escape the Winter “Blahs” With a Cruise
Now that the holidays are over, how do you plan to spend the rest of your winter? Consider a special cruise with ND alumni. Space is still available on several Alumni Travel cruises, including a tour of Alaska aboard Princess Cruise Lines; sailing through the Norwegian Fjords on the new Cunard Victoria; and exploring Scandinavia and Greek Isles on Oceania.
If you’re looking for something closer to home, try our Eastern Canada and New England cruises. With special prices for ND alumni, there’s no reason to wait! Click here for more details.
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Register For the 2008 Florida Fling
Join the ND Alumni Association and the ND Club of Tampa Bay for the 2008 Florida Fling, which will be held Feb. 8-9 at the Saddlebrook Resort, just north of Tampa. [Full Story]
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