NEWS FROM SU (VOL. 3 NO 3)
SEPTEMBER 28, 2001
A FREE SERVICE OF THE UNIVERSITY ALUMNI ASSOCIATION

Members of the Southwestern University community wish to express profound grief over the losses in the neighborhoods and communities in New York, Washington D.C., Pennsylvania and surrounding areas as well as losses suffered by families across the nation and world. While we have watched these horrific events unfold from a distance, we recognize that these unspeakable acts touch lives in ways that many of us cannot begin to imagine. We continue to gather as a community to lift up those affected by this tragedy.

HAPPENINGS: TONIGHT- SU Alumnus Larry Meredith '49 to Appear on "Politically Incorrect with Bill Maher"
Alumni Self-Study Commission Commences Work
Mascot Survey
A New President, A New Plan
Homecoming 2001 & Reunion Parties
Fall Athletic Schedule

CONNECTIONS:
Alumni Networking Opportunities
Career Services
Who's Who from SU
"Class Notes" Featured in Improved @Southwestern, The SU Web Magazine

REMINDERS:
Homecoming is October 26-28, 2001
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HAPPENINGS:
Alumni Self-Study Commission Commences Work
This summer President Jake B. Schrum appointed a commission of alumni to conduct an intensive review of Southwestern's alumni programs. In early September, the 15-member commission came to campus where they held their inaugural meeting. The commission will continue to meet during the next two months and conclude their work in November with a report of recommendations to Southwestern's Board of Trustees. The commission is chaired by Larry Haynes '72 and is composed of Lee Christie '84, Scott Clearman '85, Sandra Romero de Thompson '90, Ned Dismukes '74, Robert Dupuy '69, Michael Lade '88, Cullen Clark Lutz '92, John Ozmun '67, David Simmons '70, Nia Tavoularis '98, Gail Rivers Beard '72, Jamye Whatley Pressley '55, Jack Phelps '71, and Richard Anderson, Vice President for Fiscal Affairs, Southwestern University.
The charge of the commission is to accomplish the following:
Review Southwestern University's alumni programs, communications, and leadership development;
Identify all facets of the relationship between the University and its alumni;
Find and visit model alumni programs among national liberal arts colleges and determine if any of those programs could be adapted for Southwestern;
Invite leaders of these "best practice" programs to visit SU and critique Southwestern's alumni activities; and
Present recommendations for alumni programming to the Board of Trustees that match the aspirations for the University. 

A New President, A New Plan
Join newly inaugurated President Jake B. Schrum '68 in a conversation about your University's future. You also may join us for any of the events if you are in town for business or live nearby.
Southwestern "Metro Event" Dates: Houston, October 8
                                                                 Dallas, November 6
                                                                 San Antonio, November 18
                                                                 Ft. Worth, November 29

Homecoming 2001 & Reunion Parties
Southwestern's Homecoming 2001 will be held October 26-28. This year's theme: "South by Southwestern." The weekend will feature alumni authors, artists, musicians, filmmakers and actors. For instance, Jerry Hardin '51, a veteran Hollywood actor, will be performing a one-man show, "Mark Twain on Man & His World." You should have received a Homecoming invitation and registration information in the mail. <http://www.southwestern.edu/homecoming> to view the schedule of events and register online.

Attention Reunion Classes of 1996, 1991, 1976, 1966, or 1951! You will soon be receiving information in the mail about the activities planned for your class reunion party. In addition, we will be communicating many of the details via e-mail. To ensure that you don't miss any online communications for your reunion party, register your e-mail address to be included in the Alumni Directory. Visit <http://alumni.southwestern.edu> for more information.

Fall Athletic Schedule
Southwestern Intercollegiate Athletic teams have begun their fall seasons successfully. Junior cross-country runner Mary Mayes took first place in the Southwestern University Invitational held in Georgetown on September 8. To read more about the Southwestern Cross-country team and other fall sports please visit http://www.southwestern.edu/athletics

CONNECTIONS:
Alumni Networking Opportunities
The Southwestern Alumni Networking Committee and the Office of Career Services are looking for alumni who are interested in providing job and internship opportunities for Southwestern students and alumni. There are several opportunities for you to get involved in these activities. If you would like more information, please e-mail Career Services at career.services@southwestern.edu and/or the alumni office at alumni@southwestern.edu.

Career Services
Career Services is always on the lookout for alumni who are willing to help current students explore careers and develop skills. Alumni can serve as speakers on panels, participate in networking events and be contacts to students interested in learning more about particular majors and career fields. If you are interested in getting involved, please call Career Services at (512) 863-1346, e-mail at career.services@southwestern.edu.

Coro Fellowship
Are you a bright, self-motivated risk-taker with demonstrated leadership ability, integrity and a commitment to public service? If so, you might be interested in the 2002-2003 Coro Foundation Fellows Program in Public Affairs. The Coro Program is a 9-month, full-time, post-graduate experiential training program offering rigorous experience-based education for motivated individuals who want to pursue civic interests and develop marketable skills for effective leadership. Visit <http://www.coro.org/> to learn more or call Career Services at (512) 863-1486.

Who's Who From SU
Each month we highlight Southwestern students, faculty, staff and alumni who make unique contributions to the University community or the communities in which they live.
Senior Economics major, Drew York
Associate Professor of Theatre and Brown Distinguished Teaching Professor, Kathleen Juhl
Supervisor of Mechanical Services, Phil Collier
Communications Manager, Patricia Scott '68

To reach this month's profiles go to <http://www.southwestern.edu/whoswho>. Remember to make you own nominations for future Who's Who candidates while you're there.

"Class Notes" Featured in Improved Web Magazine
There is a new and improved @Southwestern, the SU web magazine. New features include an online version of the popular "Class Notes" section. Visit <http://www.southwestern.edu/magazine> to read @Southwestern and to explore the new features.

REMINDERS:
Homecoming is October 26-28, 2001
For other important dates at SU click here. <http://www.southwestern.edu/whats-new>