MBA ALUMNI RECEPTION, LECTURE AND TOUR
GW MBA alumni are invited to mingle with former classmates and hear Professor James Bailey’s lecture Leading Innovation.  We will conclude the evening with tours of the new Business School.

James R. Bailey is the Tucker Professor of Leadership and Director of Executive Development at The George Washington University School of Business, and a fellow in the Centre for Management Development, London Business School.

Wednesday, December 6
6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
Crain Alumni Center
Duques Hall
22^nd and G Streets NW
Washington, DC  20052

There is no charge for this event, however, please register so that we can get a headcount. 

REMINDER – YOUNG ALUMNI NETWORK LAUNCH EVENT TONIGHT!
We’re recent graduates. We want to reconnect. And we know how to have a great time! Don’t miss your chance to attend the launch of the GW Alumni Association’s newest initiative, the Young Alumni Network. Join fellow GW graduates of the past 10 years for a celebration at Gordon Biersch Brewery.  

Wednesday, December 6
6:30 p.m. – 9 p.m.
Gordon Biersch
900 F Street NW
Washington, DC 20004

The event includes one hour of open bar and light appetizers. We will distribute welcome packets to all attendees, with great ideas for how to stay involved with GW. There is no cost for this event, but please register so we can get a headcount. See you there!

TAKE SOME GW STUDENTS TO DINNER
Have you been searching for a meaningful way to reconnect with your alma mater? Would you enjoy taking a small group of current GW undergraduate students to dinner? The GW Alumni Association is seeking hosts in the Washington, D.C., area for the spring semester Dinner with Alumni Program. The popular series affords alumni hosts an opportunity to meet with and mentor GW students whose academic and professional interests align with their own, while providing undergraduate students the chance to connect with alumni.

In addition to the rewarding experience of working with undergraduate students, the cost of your dinner is a tax-deductible gift to GW! To learn more about the Dinner with Alumni Program and how you can become a host, please click http://www.alumni.gwu.edu/sip/alumnidinner.html, or e-mail dinner@gwu.edu.

TURNING WOOD INTO ART: A GIFT FROM JANE AND ARTHUR MASON TO THE GELMAN LIBRARY
This exceptional exhibit offers a glimpse into the eclectic world of turned wood. The collection explores various aspects of the wood medium, including material esthetics, process and image, storytelling, design, and tree life.It will be on view in the exhibit cases outside the Luther W. Brady Art Gallery in Gelman Library from October 20 through December 23.

Media and Public Affairs Building
805 21st Street NW, 2nd Floor
Washington, DC 20052

The exhibit is on view Monday through Friday 7 a.m.– 8 p.m.     

GW ALUMNI NIGHT AT THE SHAKESPEARE THEATRE – SOLD OUT!
Join GW alumni for a night at the theatre. For more than a century The Beaux’ Stratagem, by George Farquhar, was one of the most frequently performed English comedies. The Shakespeare Theatre Company rediscovers this classic with a world-premiere adaptation by Thornton Wilder and Ken Ludwig. Michael Kahn directs this bold critique of class, marriage, and English society.

A pre-show reception will be held at 6 p.m. at 701 Restaurant, where GW Professor Catherine Weidner will speak to the group. Professor Weidner is the program director of the Shakespeare Theatre Company Academy for Classical Acting at The George Washington University.

Thursday, December 7
6 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. (Pre-show reception)
701 Restaurant
701 Pennsylvania Avenue NW
Washington, DC

8 p.m. (The Beaux’ Stratagem)
The Shakespeare Theatre
450 7th Street NW
Washington, DC

The cost is $35 per person and includes the ticket and hors d’oeuvres. It is a cash bar. Tickets will be distributed at the reception until 30 minutes before the show, after which they will be available at Will Call at the theatre.

GWSB ALUMNI EXCLUSIVE SHOPPING EVENT
GWSB graduates – start your holiday shopping early and visit Martin + Osa, an outdoor clothing retailer, for an exclusive shopping event.  Martin + Osa will be open exclusively for GWSB alumni, where you will receive 20 percent off of your purchases.  They will also provide light hors d’oeuvres and cocktails.

Thursday, December 7
7 p.m. – 9 p.m.
Tyson’s Corner Center
1961 Chain Bridge Road
McLean, VA  22102

For more information on Martin + Osa, click here.

HOW DO I BECOME A CEO BEFORE 40?
Join us for our third installment of the popular "How Do I Become A...?" lecture series, featuring Richard Crespin and Jonathan Klonsky. Crespin, BA ’93, is the CEO and co-founder of The Delve Group Inc., and Klonsky, MPA ’99, is a principal and partner with Something Digital – a New York City-based, technology services firm. Together they have extensive expertise in business development, strategic growth, branding, and marketing, and communications for healthcare, non-profit, and government agencies.

Thursday, December 7
6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
The George Washington University
Funger Hall, Room 103
2201 G Street NW
Washington, DC 20052

This event is free and open to all alumni, but please register so that we can get a headcount.

This event is co-sponsored by the Career Center, Class Council, and the George Washington Alumni Association.  

LGBT ALUMNI ASSOCIATION HOLIDAY HAPPY HOUR
Join GW alumni from the LGBT community for an evening at 30 Degrees Lounge. Hope to see you there!

Wednesday, December 20
6 p.m. – 8 p.m.
30 Degrees Lounge
1639 R Street NW
Washington, DC 20009

There is no charge to attend this event, but please register so that we can get a headcount. It is a cash bar.

BLACK ALUMNI ASSOCIATION HAPPY HOUR
Join the GW Black Alumni Association for happy hour! On December 21st at 6:00 p.m., the GWBAA will sponsor a happy hour at TGI Friday’s on 21st and H Streets NW. Free appetizers and a cash bar will be provided. Hope to see you there!

WASHINGTON CAPITALS VS. PHILADELPHIA FLYERS – SAVE THE DATE!
The George Washington Alumni Association has purchased a group of tickets for the Capitals vs. Flyers game on Tuesday, January 9, 2007. Mark your calendars and visit our website for registration information.

GW COLONIALS VS. ST. BONAVENTURE – ALUMNI TAILGATE
The GW men’s basketball team takes on the St. Bonaventure Bonnies! Join fellow alumni for a pre-game tailgate at the Alumni House, then head over to the Smith Center and cheer on the Colonials.

Saturday, January 13, 2007
12:30 p.m. (Pre-game tailgate)
Alumni House
1925 F Street NW
Washington, DC 20052

2 p.m. (Tip-off)
Charles E. Smith Center
600 22nd Street NW
Washington, DC 20052

The cost is $10 and includes the pre-game event and a ticket to the game. Tickets will be available for pick up at the tailgate until 30 minutes before the game, after which they will be available at Smith Center Will Call.  Space is limited, so register today to reserve your space.  If you already have tickets to the game, you can still attend the tailgate for only $5! 

This event is sponsored by Deloitte and Touche.

RESUME CRITIQUE EVENT – SEAS VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
Volunteers are needed for a resume critique sponsored by the Engineer Alumni Association. This popular event gives current students and alumni a chance to have their resumes critiqued by professionals in the engineering and computer science field.

We would like ten volunteers to critique resumes during this time period. Please contact Anita Ponchione at 202-994-9866 or apytlarz@gwu.edu if you or a representative from your company would like to help critique resumes.

Tuesday, January 23, 2007
5 p.m. – 8 p.m.
Foggy Bottom Campus

We are also looking for volunteers who are interested in participating on the Resume Critique Event planning committee. Contact Anita Ponchione at 202-994-9866 or apytlarz@gwu.edu for more information.

ALUMNI NIGHT AT THE SMITH CENTER – WATCH THE GW COLONIALS TAKE ON ST. JOE’S
Join us for our second annual Alumni Night at the Smith Center, as the GW men’s basketball team battles their rival, the St. Joe’s Hawks.

Join fellow alumni for a pre-game tailgate at the Alumni House, then head over to the Smith Center and cheer on the Colonials.

Wednesday, January 24, 2007
6 p.m. (Pre-game event)
Alumni House
1925 F Street NW
Washington, DC 20052

7:30 p.m. (Tip-off)
Charles E. Smith Athletic Center
600 22nd Street NW
Washington, DC 20052

The cost is $10 and includes the pre-game event and a ticket to the game. Tickets will be available for pick up at the tailgate until 30 minutes before the game, after which they will be available at Smith Center Will Call.  Space is limited, so register today to reserve your space.  If you already have tickets to the game, you can still attend the pre-game party for only $5!

This event is sponsored by the George Washington Alumni Association.

GW COLONIALS VS. XAVIER MUSKETEERS – ALUMNI TAILGATE
The GW men’s basketball team takes on the their Atlantic 10 rival, the Xavier Musketeers! Join fellow alumni for a pre-game tailgate at the Alumni House, then head over to the Smith Center and cheer on the Colonials.

Saturday, February 10, 2007
6:30 p.m. (Pre-game tailgate)
Alumni House
1925 F Street NW
Washington, DC 20052

8 p.m. (Tip-off)
Charles E. Smith Center
600 22nd Street NW
Washington, DC 20052

The cost is $10 and includes the pre-game event and a ticket to the game. Tickets will be available for pick up at the tailgate until 30 minutes before the game, after which they will be available at Smith Center Will Call.  Space is limited, so register today to reserve your space.  If you already have tickets to the game, you can still attend the tailgate for only $5! 

This event is sponsored by Bounce Corporation.

GW COLONIALS VS. RICHMOND SPIDERS – ALUMNI TAILGATE
The GW men’s basketball goes up against the Richmond Spiders! Join fellow alumni for a pre-game tailgate at the Alumni House, then head over to the Smith Center and cheer on the Colonials.

Wednesday, February 21, 2007
6 p.m. (Pre-game tailgate)
Alumni House
1925 F Street NW
Washington, DC 20052

7:30 p.m. (Tip-off)
Charles E. Smith Center
600 22nd Street NW
Washington, DC 20052

The cost is $10 and includes the pre-game event and a ticket to the game. Tickets will be available for pick up at the tailgate until 30 minutes before the game, after which they will be available at Smith Center Will Call.  Space is limited, so register today to reserve your space.  If you already have tickets to the game, you can still attend the tailgate for only $5! 

This event is sponsored by Deloitte and Touche.

UNIVERSITY RECEPTION WITH PRESIDENT STEPHEN JOEL TRACHTENBERG IN WASHINGTON, D.C.
You are cordially invited to a reception honoring President Trachtenberg on the occasion of his transition to President Emeritus and University Professor of Public Service of The George Washington University.

Wednesday, April 18, 2007
6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
Marvin Center Grand Ballroom
801 21st Street NW
Washington, DC 20052

There is no cost to attend this event, but alumni who would like to attend must register by April 11, 2007.

LISTEN TO GW MEN’S BASKETBALL GAMES ON WTWP RADIO
If you have not had the opportunity to listen to the Colonials’ basketball coverage on the Washington Post radio network, WTWP Radio – 1500 AM and 107.7 FM, you are missing a chance to follow some exciting coverage of the men's basketball team. The signal is strong – one of our administrators picked it up loud and clear in Connecticut! We have been told you can hear it from Maine to Florida, so tune in for the next game. For a complete schedule, visit the www.gwsports.com. Go Colonials!