ELITE SOCCER CAMP
The Elite Team Camp is open to both teams and individuals wishing to enhance their skills on the soccer field. The camp is broken into several different academies, which cater to all aspects of development for today’s youth soccer player.  The academies are led by GW staff and other coaches who presently work with collegiate, professional, and international level athletes and have a strong background.

June and July 2008
GW Mount Vernon Campus
2100 Foxhall Road, NW
Washington, D.C.

For specific academies, dates, times, and fees, visit the GW Sports website, e-mail eliteteamcamp@gmail.com, or call 202-994-9779.

FILMS ON THE VERN PRESENTS: "GOING FOR THE GOLD"
This summer, join us as we showcase the world of sports and the spirit of competition, in celebration of the 2008 Summer Olympic Games! Bring a blanket and snacks, and come enjoy a FREE outdoor movie! Movies will be shown every Wednesday night beginning July 16 through August 20 at 8:30 p.m. on the Mount Vernon Campus Quad, with the exception of the last film on August 20, which will be shown at the Outdoor Pool at Mount Vernon. (Rain location for all films is the Eckles Library Auditorium). All movies are free and open to the public! For more information, visit the Mount Vernon Campus Life website.

July and August 2008
GW Mount Vernon Campus
2100 Foxhall Road, NW
Washington, D.C.

July 16: Cars
(2005) Runtime: 96 minutes, Rated G

July 23: Miracle
(2004) Runtime: 130 minutes, Rated PG

July 30: Cinderella Man
(2005) Runtime: 144 minutes, Rated PG-13

August 6: Remember the Titans
(2000) Runtime: 108 minutes, Rated PG

August 13: A League of Their Own
(1992) Runtime: 128 minutes, Rated PG

August 20: Cool Runnings (Dive-In Movie)
(1993) Runtime: 97 minutes, Rated PG

GW ALUMNI IN POLITICS GATHERING
Join other alumni involved in politics at the Elliott School City View Room overlooking the Potomac River. The GW Alumni in Politics group is designed to serve as a vital forum for all alumni — both recent and established — to connect, exchange ideas, and open doors for new opportunities.

We will be joined by Howard G. Paster, Executive Vice President, Public Relations & Public Affairs of WPP Group Plc. Paster is a member of the board of trustees of Tuskegee University and the co-chairman of the Graduate School of Political Management’s Council on American Politics at GW. He will discuss the 2008 presidential election and GW's role in the political landscape.

Thursday, July 17
6 – 8:30 p.m.
City View Room
1957 E Street, NW
Washington, D.C.

This event is open to all alumni working in politics. Please visit our website for more information and to register.

GW AT NATIONALS PARK — NATS VS. PHILLIES
Join fellow GW students and alumni to cheer on the Nationals as they take on the Philadelphia Phillies! We have a section reserved for the GW community with a special set of tickets just for alumni.

Wednesday, September 3
7:10 p.m.
Nationals Park
1500 South Capitol Street, SE
Washington, D.C.

Tickets are $15 and will be available for pick-up at Nationals Park Will Call on the day of the game. Seats are located in Section 300. For more information on Nationals Park and the best ways to get there, please visit the Nationals website. Tickets are limited, so purchase yours today!

ALUMNI HAPPY HOUR IN BETHESDA
Join fellow GW alumni for food, drinks, and great company! Mingle with old friends, reconnect with GW, and have the opportunity to network with fellow alumni.

Thursday, September 4
6 – 8 p.m.
BlackFinn Restaurant
4901 Fairmont Avenue
Bethesda, Md.

There is no cost to attend and GW will purchase your first drink and appetizers! Please register your attendance in advance, so we can have an accurate headcount.  For more information on BlackFinn, please visit its website.

DAVID SEDARIS AT LISNER AUDITORIUM
With sardonic wit and incisive social critiques, David Sedaris has become one of America 's pre-eminent humor writers. The great skill with which he slices through cultural euphemisms and political correctness proves that Sedaris is a master of satire. He will be reading from a new work and signing books at Lisner. Join fellow GW alumni for a pre-show reception before heading over to Lisner Auditorium for what is sure to be a very funny evening!

Saturday, October 4
6:30 p.m. Pre-show Reception
Location TBD

8 p.m. Show
Lisner Auditorium
21st and H Streets, NW
Washington, D.C.

The cost to attend is $20 and includes both the ticket to the show and our pre-show reception. Tickets will be available for pick-up at the pre-show reception. More information on the pre-show reception will be available shortly. Tickets are limited, so purchase yours today!  Already have tickets to the show? You are welcome to attend the pre-show reception for just $10!

ROBIN WILLIAMS DURING COLONIALS WEEKEND 2008 – SAVE THE DATE!
Robin Williams will headline this year’s Colonials Weekend and your DC Alumni Chapter is securing a set of tickets just for GW alumni!  Please save the date for Friday, October 17.  More information will be available in future issues of the Colonial Cable, Regional Round Up and the alumni website.

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!
Haven’t seen your favorite activities on the events roster? The DC Alumni Chapter is planning next year activities and we need volunteers to help create new and exciting programs! If you’re interested in getting involved with your local chapter, e-mail dcalum@gwu.edu.

ARE YOU ON FACEBOOK OR LINKEDIN? SO ARE WE!
Get a direct link to the folks and activities that make the DC Alumni Chapter so exciting. Be our friend and be in the know. Sign in to Facebook and search “GW Alumni in Washington, DC” to join our group.

You can also connect with GW grads and extend your network by joining the GW Alumni Association group on LinkedIn.

DO YOU TRAVEL TO OTHER REGIONS?
We have plenty of events happening throughout the world and welcome you to attend other regional events when you're on the road. Please visit our Calendar of Events at www.alumni.gwu.edu for a complete listing of upcoming events everywhere.