1) NEW ITEM! FOREMOST FOODS CELEBRTES UOG’s 60th ANNIVERSARY WITH LIMITED EDITION WATER BOTTLES!
Foremost Foods has launched its limited edition bottled water commemorating the University of Guam's 60th Anniversary. The water bottles feature the University’s 2012 “Big G logo” and are now available for purchase at your favorite convenient stores and select retailers around the island. Foremost Foods will donate part of its UOG bottle sales to the University's capital fund.
“Foremost has been part of our island for more than 60 years and proudly encourages the growth of Guam's only University,” said Ernest Mak, Director of Operations for Foremost Foods. “Our project objectives are to commemorate UOG’s 60th Anniversary and contribute to fund a 21st century campus for our students.”
Pictured left to right: Jina Rojas, Dir. Agency Services and Sharleen Marchesseault, Senior Marketing Executive, both from Glimpses of Guam, Elvie Tyler, Sustainability Coordinator - UOG, Norman Analista, Dir. Dev. & Alumni Affairs - UOG, Marcos Fong, UOG Regent and Foremost Representative, Dr. Robert Underwood, President - UOG, Ernest Mak, Dir. Of Operations and Glen Hunter, Saipan Group Sales Manager both from Foremost.
2) NEW ITEM! SAVE THE DATE, JUNE 30, FOUNDER’S DAY GALA!
This special celebration will take place at the Hyatt Regency Guam on June 30, from 6p.m. to midnight. Enjoy a special dinner and exciting entertainment as we celebrate Founder’s Day, with the theme “Guam's Pioneers in Higher Education.” Tickets are $150 per person. More details to follow in the coming weeks. Please call me at 735-2586 for more information.
3)NEW ITEM! MARDI GRAS COSTUME PARTY AT JEFF’S PIRATES COVE
Celebrate Mardi Gras with a costume party at Jeff's Pirates Cove on February 17 from 5:30 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. Alumni are especially encouraged to take this opportunity to reconnect with the University community. Contact the Office of Graduate Studies, Sponsored Programs and Research at 735-2672 to purchase tickets.
4) SAVE THE DATE: APRIL 7, UOG ALUMNI GOLF TOURNAMENT!
Tournament Date: Saturday, April 7th, 2012, Venue: Start Guam Golf Resort, Show Time: 11.30 A.M., Go Time: 12:30 P.M., Format: Two-Man Select Shot Modified Callaway, Registration/Entry Fee Per Player: $100. Please see the attached registration form. If you’re affiliated with a business and would like to sponsor this special tournament, please let us know. Volunteers are also needed for this event. Please contact Robert Paulino, UOG Alumni Association President at 647-6841 or me at 735-2586 for more information.
5) UOG ALUMNI TEAM WANTED FOR THE XTERRA RACE!
The UOG Alumni Association would like to sponsor a team of UOG Alumni to compete in the Xterra Race on Saturday, March 10th. The race includes: a 1.5K swim at Port Authority Beach, 31K mountain bike from Port Authority Beach to Nimitz - Channel 10 - Leo Palace – Ordot –Nimitz - Port Authority Beach and a 8.2K run Port Authority Beach-navy are behind Veteran’s Cemetery-Port Authority Beach. Contact Robert Paulino, UOG Alumni Association President at 647-6841 orrobert.paulino@pfcguam.com for more information.
6) SAVE THE DATE: JUNE 1, “THE G-FACTOR” UOG ALUMNI MIXER, ALUMNI ARTISTS & PERFORMERS NEEDED!
7) ALUMNI OUTREACH THROUGH FACEBOOK – WE NEED YOUR HELP!
· I have created the official University of Guam Alumni Facebook page. There are many exciting activities in store for you this year as we celebrate the University's 60th Anniversary! The Facebook page is just one of the methods the Office of Alumni Affairs will use to keep you informed. To best address the objectives of this group, only UOG alumni are permitted to be part of it and interact with other members. We need this group to grow, so please feel free to send invitations to your fellow alum to join this group. But, please be aware that their inclusion is subject to verification.
· To access the alumni group page, click the link below or cut and paste it. You must have a facebook account to log on.http://www.facebook.com/?ref=tn_tnmn#!/groups/universityofguamalumni/363700670322882/?notif_t=like
8)UPCOMING UOG EVENTS AND OTHER CAMPUS INFO
FEBRUARY FOCUS: GRADUATE STUDIES, SPONSORED PROGRAMS AND RESEARCH
GSSPR offers host of exiting events during the month of February. To view the entire list, go to www.uog.edu/2012. This week’s activities include:
· Marine Lab Alumni Presentation – Feb. 10
This Friday UOG Planetarium Coordinator Pam Eastlick will be sharing her story about what she studied at the Marine Lab and how her experiences got her to where she is today. Her talk will include information about her upcoming sky projects followed by a thorough Q&A, so come prepared with questions for the star lady! As an added bonus, you can join Pam after POETS at 6:30pm for her Public Show up at the Planetarium! Join us TODAY, Friday, 4pm in the Marine Lab classroom.
· Subway is our Business Partner for February
Order a Seafood and Crab or Oven Roasted Chicken sub and a portion of the proceeds will be donated to the UOG Endowment Capital Campaign. Build the campus of the future with every bite!
Order a Seafood and Crab or Oven Roasted Chicken sub and a portion of the proceeds will be donated to the UOG Endowment Capital Campaign. Build the campus of the future with every bite!
· "Western Pacific Coral Reef Institute Programs and Curriculum Development" - February 15
Edwin Reyes and Elena Todd
12:00 noon in the MARC Conference Room
Edwin Reyes and Elena Todd
12:00 noon in the MARC Conference Room
· "History of Marine Laboratory" - February 17
Alexander Kerr, Professor at the UOG Marine Lab, will give a brief history of the Marine Lab at 4:00 p.m. in the Marine Laboratory Classroom
Alexander Kerr, Professor at the UOG Marine Lab, will give a brief history of the Marine Lab at 4:00 p.m. in the Marine Laboratory Classroom
MORE EVENTS
Biba the Big G Baseball Team! Next Game – Feb. 19
On February 5, the UOG Team A secured a 15-04 win against ST CORP at the Paseo Field. The next game for the UOG Big G softball Team A is set for Sunday February 12 at 5 pm, Paseo Field. Come out cheer on UOG. Softball practice is held every Wednesday and Friday behind the UOG Field house starting at 4:30 pm. Stop by and see UOG Team A in action. Softballs, bats, gloves and sun block not included .For more information contact coach/player Mr. Gus Meno at extension 2385. Remember Tobacco/Alcohol AND Sports Don’t Mix.
On February 5, the UOG Team A secured a 15-04 win against ST CORP at the Paseo Field. The next game for the UOG Big G softball Team A is set for Sunday February 12 at 5 pm, Paseo Field. Come out cheer on UOG. Softball practice is held every Wednesday and Friday behind the UOG Field house starting at 4:30 pm. Stop by and see UOG Team A in action. Softballs, bats, gloves and sun block not included .For more information contact coach/player Mr. Gus Meno at extension 2385. Remember Tobacco/Alcohol AND Sports Don’t Mix.
· Feb 19 @ 11 am VS City Hill
· Feb 26 @ 7 pm VS Postal Guam
· Mar 4 BYE – Prep for Charter Day Festivities
· Mar 11 @ 12 N VS Quality Distributors
· Mar 18 @ BYE – Get campus back to order
· Mar 25 @ 11 am VS AG/Public Defenders
Charter Day – March 13The committee has been working hard to develop an exciting offering of activities and displays on Charter Day. As events are finalized they are posted on www.uog.edu/charterday
Save the Date! MARC Dinner March 14
The Micronesian Area Research Center (MARC) of the University of Guam announces its annual honoree dinner to be held Wednesday March 14th from 6:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. at the Marriott Resort. Honorees this year will be: Dr. Hiro Kurashina, Ms. Faustina Rehuher-Marugg of Palau, and posthumously to Dr. Jane Hainland Underwood. ITE and Bank Pacific will be recognized for their contributions for their support of MARC. For more information about MARC or the event contact either Dr. Monique Storie at 735-2150 or Heidi Ballendorf at heidi253@gmail.com
The Micronesian Area Research Center (MARC) of the University of Guam announces its annual honoree dinner to be held Wednesday March 14th from 6:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. at the Marriott Resort. Honorees this year will be: Dr. Hiro Kurashina, Ms. Faustina Rehuher-Marugg of Palau, and posthumously to Dr. Jane Hainland Underwood. ITE and Bank Pacific will be recognized for their contributions for their support of MARC. For more information about MARC or the event contact either Dr. Monique Storie at 735-2150 or Heidi Ballendorf at heidi253@gmail.com
9)THE TRITON PRIVILEGES CARD IS NOW AVAILABLE! ENJOY DISCOUNTS AND FREE OFFERS!
Sign up for membership with the UOG Alumni Association and you can get the Triton Privileges card as a benefit to you. See below for participating businesses:
JUST ADDED! GET A COMPLIMENTARY ORDER OF HOUSE GYOZA FROM GYOZA YATAI AND MORE!
Visit this link to check for any updates to the Triton Privileges Card:
Contact Robert Paulino, UOG Alumni Association President at 647-6841 or robert.paulino@pfcguam.com or me at 735-2586 to sign up.
Thanks in advance for all your support!
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