A MESSAGE FROM THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OF ALUMNI PROGRAMS

Greetings fellow alumni—

Colonials Weekend is just two weeks away! We have had a strong response to the weekend, and to encourage as many people as possible to attend, we have decided to make the weekend a FREE EVENT. We hope that those of you who live in the area will stop by for a reception, a lecture, a performance. I highly recommend that you visit Colonials Village, on Kogan Plaza, a street-fair inspired celebration for the University community on Saturday afternoon. Read full article.

Colonials Weekend – the Biggest Alumni Event of the Year!

It's that time of year again – time to reconnect with fellow alumni and friends at Colonials Weekend, October 15th – 17th. The Office of Alumni Programs, the GW Alumni Association, and the Office of Parent Services have been working all year to make the weekend memorable for everyone. Most events are FREE! Don't miss this year’s exciting additions. Read full article.

Edward Gnehm, BA '66, MA '68

This month’s profile features an Elliott School of International Affairs alumnus from the classes of 1966 and 1968, former Ambassador Edward “Skip” Gnehm. Gnehm was the U.S. Ambassador to Kuwait, Australia, and, most recently, Jordan, and raised the American flag over the U.S. embassy after the liberation of Kuwait. He has been appointed Shapiro Professor in the Elliott School; this appointment will last two years and began this past September. He will also serve as the co-director of the school’s undergraduate program in international affairs. Read full article.

COLONIALS WEEKEND HIGHLIGHTS

Food, Music and Comedy
The celebration starts on Friday night at the Kick-off Party at Alumni House, from 7:30 p.m.– 10:00 p.m., with great food and good company. Stop by on your way to see Patti LaBelle in the Smith Center for what is sure to be a spectacular rhythm and blues show. On Saturday night, catch Dana Carvey performing his hysterical stand-up at the Smith Center.

Tickets for Patti LaBelle on Friday may be purchased at https://gwired.gwu.edu/tickets/, or by calling 202-994-7411. Dana Carvey is sold out.

Colonials Village
Colonials Village, a street festival on Kogan Plaza, is the center of CW activity on Saturday afternoon. The Village features poetry, theatre, and live student music. Sample Bavarian, Italian, American, and Mediterranean fare. Election fever strikes the Village when the GW College Democrats and Republicans match wits in an old-fashioned soapbox debate. For nostalgia buffs, Gelman Library hosts an archival exhibit with images of GW through the decades, old yearbooks, and historic copies of the Hatchet, among other memorabilia. DON’T MISS IT!

Lecture Series
One of the most popular events from years past is the Colonial Lecture Series. This year’s series features discussions on politics, advances in biomedical science, the relationship between aging and creativity, and other thought-provoking topics. All lectures take place on Saturday afternoon between 1:00 p.m. and 4:00 p.m. in the Media & Public Affairs building in rooms 309, 310, and B07. The lectures are free. Read full article.

Deans' Receptions
Several schools are hosting receptions during Colonials Weekend on Saturday afternoon, from 4:00 p.m.– 5:30 p.m. Receptions are FREE. For more information, click on the school links below.

Columbian College of Arts & Sciences

Elliott School of International Affairs

George Washington School of Business

School of Engineering & Applied Science

Parent-Student Colonials Weekend Golf Scramble
Tee off with your son or daughter in the 2nd Annual Colonials Weekend Golf Tournament. For additional information, contact Aubre Jones at 202-994-7546. The tournament begins at 10:00 a.m.

Saturday, October 16th
The Blue Course at East Potomac Golf Course
927 Ohio Drive, SW
$45/player

Silent Auction
In 2000, the Office of Parent Services at The George Washington University began an annual Silent Auction to raise funds to support the Senior Class Gift Campaign and has raised over $15,000 for the campaign since that time. The funds raised in this annual campaign are utilized to improve the University and to leave a lasting legacy from each graduating class. Read full article.

Calling all GSEHD Alumni: Join the Centennial Festivities
Celebrate a century of achievement in teacher preparation, counseling, human resource development, and educational leadership as GW’s Graduate School of Education and Human Development (GSEHD) turns 100 this year! Read full article.

New Directions Conference XXIX
Dean Mary Futrell of the Graduate School of Education and Human Development (GSEHD), along with the Alumni Council and Phi Delta Kappa, invite you to discuss "Education and Human Development: Past, Present and Future" at GSEHD’s annual gathering of educators, administrators, counselors, students, parents, faculty, and alumni. Read full article.

OAP SEEKS ALUMNUS/A TO HEAD 2005 REUNION EFFORTS
The Office of Alumni Programs is seeking an alumnus/a to work as a consultant on undergraduate reunions. Duties include: researching and recruiting class leadership; drafting letters, and serving as liaison with class leadership and OAP to plan events. Read full article.

CAREER WORKSHOP
The Office of Alumni Programs and the GW School of Business are sponsoring a day-long career seminar on Saturday, November 13, from 8:30 a.m –5:30 p.m. in the City View Room, 1957 E Street, NW. If you are questioning your current career path, or uncertain about what comes next, this seminar is for you. Please click here for more information.

NEW COLONIALS TICKETS WEBSITE!
Calling all Colonials fans! Visit the new Colonials Tickets website at http://gwired.gwu.edu/colonialstickets to be a part of the 2004-2005 Men's Basketball Season. Don't miss the opportunity to pick your seat and purchase season tickets directly from this secure website!

GW ALUMNA COMPETES IN MISS AMERICA PAGEANT
The George Washington University Alumna Therese Lizardo represented the District of Columbia in the Miss America 2004 pageant September 18th in Atlantic City. Crowned Miss DC in July, Lizardo competed among the 52 titleholders representing the 50 states, DC, and the Virgin Islands for the Miss America crown.

Courtesy: Philippine Cultural Society of The George Washington University.

Lizardo received a B.A. from GW’s Columbian College of Arts and Sciences in 2002, majoring in psychology, biology, and women’s studies. Her career ambition is to become a psychiatrist.

NORTHERN VIRGINIA HAPPY HOUR

COLONIAL ATHLETIC CLUB GOLF TOURNAMENT

BOOK SIGNING RECEPTION FOR SPORTS FANS

Click on the link below for upcoming events in your area:

BOSTON

HAWAII

LOS ANGELES

NEW YORK

SAN DIEGO

SAN FRANCISCO

FORWARD THE COLONIAL CABLE TO A FRIEND!
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JOIN THE GW ONLINE COMMUNITY AT WWW.ALUMNI.GWU.EDU.
Learn about what's happening at GW, find information on alumni benefits and services, and connect with old friends. Try it. You’ll like it!