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Brother Ron's podcast on the alumni survey
Brother Ron reflects on input from the recent Alumni survey and shares insights on several strategic issues in his latest podcast.
Listen
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Financial aid boost
In an effort to keep SMC affordable for low- and middle-income students, the Board of Trustees has increased student financial aid by 22% for 2007-2008.
Click here for the full story.
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Searching for a new career?
The SMC online alumni community, Jerome, features job listings from companies and organizations looking to employ Saint Mary's alumni. There are currently more than 60 jobs posted, ranging from entry-level positions to technical and management roles. Alumni can also post resumes and seek advice using the career services options.
Log on to Jerome.
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Prof. Ed Tywoniak reflects on the benefits of Supporting Saint Mary's
Communications professor, class of 1975 alumnus and SMC parent Ed Tywoniak shares his thoughts on Saint Mary's and the importance of giving.
Read the letter.
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Brother Mel Roast deadline
The deadline for the March 17 Brother Mel roast celebrating his 28 years as SMC president is March 7. Don't forget to RSVP. The cost is $250 per plate, and $150 per plate for alumni who graduated in the last 10 years of his presidency (1988-1997). All proceeds will go to the Brother Mel endowed scholarship fund.
RSVP for the Roast.
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Tennis sisters break into the national rankings
Twin sisters, Femke and Nienke Stijbis, have achieved spots in the women's NCAA national rankings in singles and doubles categories, and are currently undefeated in doubles play. This is only the second time that an SMC tennis player has been nationally ranked in both singles and doubles play.
Click here for more.
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The Spring issue of Saint Mary's magazine is now online
The latest issue of Saint Mary's magazine, featuring an in-depth article on men's basketball head coach Randy Bennett, 50 years of Integral and new murals in Dante Hall is now online.
Click here to read.
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Business research center receives boost
The Elfenworks Foundation has established a new endowment supporting the Center for the Study of Fiduciary Capitalism's research of corporate governance.
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Graduate programs open houses
The MA in Leadership open house will be Thursday, March 15, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. in the Soda Center. This innovative “hybrid” online and classroom master's degree program provides an opportunity to learn the latest approaches to problem solving, critical and creative thinking, values-based policy making and team-building. RSVP to afoley@stmarys-ca.edu, or call (800) 538-9999.
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The School of Education information session will be Saturday, April 28, in Brousseau Hall (science building) from 9:30 a.m. to noon. You will learn about our flexible credential, master's degree and doctorate programs. RSVP at (925) 631-4700 or e-mail soereq@stmarys-ca.edu.
Click here for more.
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Alumni in the News:

Robert Grady ’33 was featured in the Marin Independent Journal on Feb. 21. Grady, 96, managed his family’s business, the Lucas Valley Dairy, before retiring in 1969. The 2,200-acre ranch is now owned by filmmaker George Lucas.
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Lei Ogumoro-Uludong ’06 became information officer for the Department of Public Safety in Saipan in the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands, the Saipan Tribune reported on Feb. 23.
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Louis Franklin ’04 was named the varsity football coach at Tokay High School, the Stockton Record reported on Feb. 23. Franklin was a standout quarterback for the Tokay team before playing one year of Gael football.
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  • Mar. 14: Tenth Annual Southern California President's Club Banquet

  • Mar. 16: Annual Sacramento Chapter Saint Patrick's Day luncheon

  • Mar. 16: Annual Fresno Chapter Saint Patrick's Day luncheon

  • Mar. 17: Brother Mel Roast

  • Mar. 20: Brother DeSales Seminar Program

  • Mar. 25: Car Drawing Gala

  • Mar. 31: SMC Guild Fashion Show

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Save the date:
  • Apr. 16: Southern California Gael Classic Invitational Golf Tournament trip

  • Apr. 29: SMC Hall of Fame Awards Banquet

  • Jun. 17: Graduate Business Alumni Chapter Barcelona trip

  • Jun. 22: Cruise the Greek Isles with Brother Ronald (spaces are still available)

  • Jul. 20-22: Reunion Weekend 2007

For more information on these events, alumni travel programs and athletic activities, visit the alumni events calendar.
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