Monday, March 26, 2012
Thursday, March 15, 2012
SOE Alumni Election: Exercise Your Right To Vote!
SOE alumni members are encouraged to vote for their favorite candidates as online voting continues this week. Please note that only active SOE alumni members can cast their votes. SOE Alumni membership forms are also available on the SOE Alumni website. For more information, you may e-mail iraguam1@gmail.com or soe.alumni@gmail.com.
SOE ALUMNI CANDIDATES
President:
Graziella “Grace” Griffin
Vice President:
Margaret Beem
Secretary:
Martha Sudo
Treasurer:
Rose Cruz Castro
UOG Charter Day 2012 a Success!
UOG's Charter Day 2012 was filled with excitement from from 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and beyond! Memories to last a lifetime were shared, including activities, displays, CHamoru competitions, dances, performances, food, entertainment, and more! Established in 1952 as the Territorial College of Guam, the institution was renamed the University of Guam in 1968. Thank you for joining us as we celebrated our 44th Charter Day and our 60th year as an institution of higher education! Enjoy the following snapshots taken during this memorable day!
Source: UOG Charter Day Committee
Saturday, March 10, 2012
SOE Alumni Update - March 9
1) SEE YOU AT CHARTER DAY, NEXT WEEK TUESDAY, MARCH 13, 9A.M. to 4:30P.M.!
We
look forward to seeing you at Charter Day! The committee has been
working hard to develop an exciting offering of activities and displays.
Established
in 1952 as the Territorial College of Guam, the institution was renamed
the University of Guam in 1968. In 2012, we celebrate our 44th Charter
Day and our 60th year as an institution of higher education.
Take a look at all the Charter Day Activities on www.uog.edu/charterday
2) SAVE THE DATE: APRIL 7, UOG ALUMNI GOLF TOURNAMENT!
Welcome to our Silver Sponsor - Guam Premier Outlets - GPO!
Chance
to win a 2012 Ford F150 STX, special thanks to our hole-in-one sponsor
Triple J Ford! *Vehicle may not be exactly as shown.
Chance to win $10,000 in gas certificates and cash, special thanks to our hole-in-one sponsor 76/Circle K!
Special thanks to Chili’s for sponsoring lunch for our players!
Special thanks to Hawaiian Rock and Mandara Spa too! More to follow!
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:
$125. 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.
Visit our facebook event page to RSVP and send invitations out to your friends:
3) LIBERATION DAY FLOAT ARTWORK CONTEST
The
University of Guam Liberation Day Committee is pleased to announce the
details of an art contest that will be the source of inspiration for our
float entry this year. The theme of the 2012 parade is: "Imagine Guam: 68 Years of Progress Through Peace.” The
objective of this contest is to find a float design that will depict
the official theme while concurrently representing the University of
Guam. This contest is open to all entrants who have an affinity to the
University. Winners of the Float Competition will receive the following
cash prizes: 1st Prize $300, 2nd Prize $200, 3rd Prize $100, Deadline:
the contest runs from now through March 30. All contestants must
provide their name, email, age, mailing address and phone number. All
entries are to be digitally submitted or hand delivered to the
President’s Office, Attention: Norman Analista, no later than 12noon
March 30. For more information, please contact me.
4) SAVE THE DATE: JUNE 1, “THE G-FACTOR” UOG ALUMNI MIXER, ALUMNI ARTISTS & PERFORMERS NEEDED!
5) 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.
6)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! MANDARA SPA: 30% off any heated treatments which are 75 minute
Herbal Thai Poultice massage, 50 or 75 minute Hot Stone massage and 50
minute Bamboo Massage / 30% off any 50 or 80 minute massages such as
Aromatherapy, Shiatsu or Malassan Guahan / 25% off any 50 minute Facial
treatments!
8) 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
In
addition, you’re receiving this email because you either signed up for
membership to the UOG Alumni Association or updated your contact
information with the University. Over time, email accounts may get
deleted or addresses change so some of your fellow alum are not
receiving the latest campus-related news which may benefit them. I
respect everyone’s privacy so I’m not asking you to send me email
addresses. I do humbly ask, however, that if you know alum who don’t
seem to be aware of these updates, please forward this email to them. If
they contact me and give me their permission, I will gladly include
them in our database so that they may start receiving updates. Should
anyone opt out from receiving these emails I will surely honor their
request as well.
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.
Friday, March 2, 2012
SOE Alumni Update - March 2
· 1) GOVERNOR HONORS UOG’S 60-YEAR MISSION OF HIGHER EDUCATION
·
· Governor
Eddie Baza Calvo is leading the community in the celebration of the
University of Guam’s 60 years of paving the way for higher learning in
the western Pacific region. “Education is our first line of defense
against poverty. From giving students the opportunity for rewarding
careers to the research that provides direction to make our community
stronger, UOG and the Tritons are helping to set the pace for a stronger
future,” Governor Calvo said. “It’s the premier university in the
region and it’s the foundation of knowledge for so many of the leaders
and professionals who make Guam what it is today.” UOG President Dr.
Robert Underwood, the Board of Regents, administration, faculty, staff
and students joined Governor Calvo at Adelup to proclaim March 13, 2012
in honor of the institution’s 44th Charter Day and Charter Week
Ceremonies set for March 11 through 17, 2012.
We
look forward to seeing you at Charter Day! The committee has been
working hard to develop an exciting offering of activities and displays.
As events are finalized they are posted on www.uog.edu/charterday
2) SAVE THE DATE: APRIL 7, UOG ALUMNI GOLF TOURNAMENT!
Chance to win a 2012 Ford F150 STX, special thanks to our hole-in-one sponsor Triple J Ford! *Vehicle may not be exactly as shown.
Chance to win $10,000 in gas certificates and cash, special thanks to our hole-in-one sponsor 76/Circle K!
Special thanks to Lonestar Steakhouse for sponsoring lunch for our players!
Special thanks to Hawaiian Rock and Mandara Spa too! More to follow!
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:
$125. 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.
Visit our facebook event page to RSVP and send invitations out to your friends:
3)SCHOOL OF EDUCATION ALUMNI ASSOCIATION ELECTIONS COMING SOON!
The
SOE Alumni Association is accepting final nomination of officers,
namely President, Vice President, Secretary, and Treasurer. The call
for nominations will close on Tuesday, March 6, 2012. The alumni
election will be held on Saturday, March 10, 2012 from 8:00 a.m. to
11:30 a.m. during the monthly IRA meeting at the Guam Aurora Resort
Villa and Spa.
Exercise your right to vote for your favorite candidate at the SOE alumni table on March 10, 2012. Please note that only active SOE alumni members can cast their votes. SOE Alumni membership forms are available at www.soealumniassociation.blogspot.com and will also be available at the meeting. For more information, you may e-mail soe.alumni@gmail.com, iraguam1@gmail.com, or mnrivera1@yahoo.com.
Exercise your right to vote for your favorite candidate at the SOE alumni table on March 10, 2012. Please note that only active SOE alumni members can cast their votes. SOE Alumni membership forms are available at www.soealumniassociation.blogspot.com and will also be available at the meeting. For more information, you may e-mail soe.alumni@gmail.com, iraguam1@gmail.com, or mnrivera1@yahoo.com.
4) NEW ITEM! LIBERATION DAY FLOAT ARTWORK CONTEST
The
University of Guam Liberation Day Committee is pleased to announce the
details of an art contest that will be the source of inspiration for our
float entry this year. The main theme of the 2012 parade has yet to be
announced. For the purpose of this contest, however, the objective is to
find a float design that will represent the University of Guam while
concurrently showcasing Chamorro culture, values and traditions (general
themes used in past parades). This contest is open to all entrants who
have an affinity to the University. Winners of the Float Competition
will receive the following cash prizes: 1st Prize $300, 2nd Prize $200, 3rd Prize $100, Deadline:
the contest runs from now through March 30. All contestants must
provide their name, email, age, mailing address and phone number. All
entries are to be digitally submitted or hand delivered to the
President’s Office, Attention: Norman Analista, no later than 12noon
March 30. For more information, please contact me.
5) SAVE THE DATE: JUNE 1, “THE G-FACTOR” UOG ALUMNI MIXER, ALUMNI ARTISTS & PERFORMERS NEEDED!
6) 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.
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
In
addition, you’re receiving this email because you either signed up for
membership to the UOG Alumni Association or updated your contact
information with the University. Over time, email accounts may get
deleted or addresses change so some of your fellow alum are not
receiving the latest campus-related news which may benefit them. I
respect everyone’s privacy so I’m not asking you to send me email
addresses. I do humbly ask, however, that if you know alum who don’t
seem to be aware of these updates, please forward this email to them. If
they contact me and give me their permission, I will gladly include
them in our database so that they may start receiving updates. Should
anyone opt out from receiving these emails I will surely honor their
request as well.
8)UPCOMING UOG EVENTS AND OTHER CAMPUS INFO
"What's Going On at WERI" Research Seminar Series February 27 - March 2
The seminars will be held from 6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. in the School of Business & Public Administration Bldg., IT&E Conference Room with the exception of Wednesday's seminar will be located at the WERI Conference Room (Rm.105)
The seminars will be held from 6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. in the School of Business & Public Administration Bldg., IT&E Conference Room with the exception of Wednesday's seminar will be located at the WERI Conference Room (Rm.105)
· "What's Going on in Groundwater? Is There Enough for Everyone?" – March 1Dr. John Jenson
· "What's Going on in Wastewater? A Better Way with Bio-beads" – March 2Dr. Joe Rouse
NOH WAY, Diane
Isis Thurber’s short play in the style of Japanese Noh Theater that
explores the lives of five local teenage girls will be presented March
1-3 at 7 p.m. followed at 8 p.m. by I FAMALAO’AN NI MANMESNGON (THE WOMEN WHO ENDURE) a
series of original monologues by local writers that address issues
affecting women in our island community. Performances will be held in
the Fine Arts Theatre. Admission is $10 and tickets can be purchased at
the call box on the night of each performance or from Nicky in CFA
Office contact her at 735-2700. Join us as we raise funds and awareness
to end violence against women and girls!
CHARTER DAY TSHIRT ORDERSOrder
your Charter Day t-shirt! Shirts are $10 if you order and pay by March
5, 2012. After March 5, shirts will be $15. Contact Herb at hgarcia@uguam.uog.edu to place an order.
MORE EVENTS
Save the Date! MARC Dinner March 14
The Richard Flores Taitano Micronesian Area Research Center (MARC) invites you to 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 Dr. Jane Hainland Underwood. Cocktails are at 6:00pm and activities begin at 7:00pm. Tickets are $100/person and are available at MARC Administrative Office or UOG Endowment Office. For more information about the event contact either Dr. Monique Storie at 735-2150 or Heidi Ballendorf at heidi253@gmail.com
The Richard Flores Taitano Micronesian Area Research Center (MARC) invites you to 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 Dr. Jane Hainland Underwood. Cocktails are at 6:00pm and activities begin at 7:00pm. Tickets are $100/person and are available at MARC Administrative Office or UOG Endowment Office. For more information about 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! GTA will offer 15% off accessories (excluding sale items) to UOG Alumni.
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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