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Upcoming Events
Make plans to attend one of these events during the second quarter of 2006. Follow the links for additional information about each event.
 | New York City Alumni Gathering & Senior Showcase April 2, 7:30 p.m. |
An Afternoon of Music with Gary Tirey
Join the Otterbein bands in a musical celebration and retirement send-off honoring Professor Gary Tirey for his 38 years of distinguished service to Otterbein. For more information, contact the Box Office at 614-823-1358.
April 2, 4:00 p.m. Cowan Hall
Spring Community Plunge
Plunge in and help out the community on Earth Day! (more...)
April 22, 8:30 a.m.
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Talk to the Animals at "Dr. Dolittle" Performance |
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Spring Musical with Sunday Brunch |
Zero Year Reunion for the Class of '06
Seniors gather for the first of many reunions after commencement rehearsal.
June 5
Alumni Weekend '06 - Tales of Otterbein Traditions
June 9, 10, 11
Alumni Workshop - How to Minimize Personal Identity Fraud
Liberty Mutual will present a free Identity Fraud Seminar during Alumni Weekend.
Friday, June 9 - 3:00-3:50 p.m.
Saturday, June 10 - 10:00-10:50 a.m.
Roush Hall, Room 213
10th Annual June Bug Jamboree
Waynesville, OH is the place to be for family fun at this old-fashioned picnic.
June 24, 4:00 p.m.
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| Alumni Weekend 2006 - Tales of Otterbein Traditions |
| Freshman Talent Show * Bonfire with snake dances * Scrap Day * Beanies * Homecoming * Tug-of-war Cap-Otter Football * Crowning the Winter Princess * Miss T & C * May Queen * Sibyl Queen * King Greek Week * Jump Week * May Day * Spring Fling Day * Senior Night Out * Donut runs * Barlow Beach
Do you ever yearn for the nostalgic days in the Quiet, Peaceful Village? Ahhh...those were the days. Alumni Weekend 2006 will celebrate the traditions, memories, and rituals that made your Otterbein experience so special. Alumni Weekend is June 9-11, 2006. Make plans now to come home...to Otterbein. |
| Alumni Weekend Overview Alumni Weekend Schedule Reunion Information Registration Information Accommodation Information -
call TODAY for your hotel reservation. Availability is limited. A Message from Bill & Sonya Stauffer Evans Co-Chairs of the Class of '56 Golden Reunion Committee Dear members and friends of the Class of '56, |
Alumni Out and About
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On January 28 Westerville alumni cheered on the Cardinals as they took on Capital. (more photos) |
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Members of the African American Alumni Network gathered for a reception before the Harlem Gospel Choir concert on February 11. (more photos) |
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It may have been cold and blustery in Ohio but it was warm and oh, so nice in Florida for the annual alumni luncheon in Ft. Myers. (more photos) |
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Tampa Bay alumni gathered March 4 at the Bayou Club in Largo, FL. Garth Walker '86, General Manager of the Bayou Club, is shown here with Dr. C. Brent DeVore. (more...) |
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On March 18 Westerville alumni and friends made their own March madness at a pizza party. (more...) |
| Central Ohio alumni see the world through her lens on WCMH-TV NBC4 Columbus. Read more about Amanda Tobias '03. |  |
| Read about the career of Jason Gilham '98, Media/Public Relations professional for professional sports teams. |
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| As a senior project manager, a new mom, and a committed community volunteer, Danelle Entenman-Bardos '94, '00 is one very busy lady. |  |
Otterbein Launches New Logo
It represents the legacy and tradition of Otterbein through iconic Towers Hall.
It represents Otterbein and its ability to warmly embrace those who join us.
It symbolizes the gateway - and the openness for which Otterbein has been known.
It is cardinal red.
It is tan.
It is the new logo!
Otterbein's new logo was officially launched February 15 at Logo Fest in the Campus Center. Taryn Burkley, daughter of Mandy Corriveau Burkley '93 thought the Cardinal looked very huggable in his new sweatshirt!
Read about the new logo in the Winter, 2006 Towers.
At Your Service
Otterbein students have a tradition of providing community service. With help from Otterbein's Center for Community Engagement, women of the Greek community participated in Sisters in Service: Service with Heart Plunge on February 18. The students did crafts, mailings, and other necessary activities for Otterbein's community partners.
The Greek community recently learned that their Up 'Til Dawn Letter Writing Campaign during the Fall '05 quarter raised a total of $45,500 for St. Jude Children's Research Hospital in Memphis, TN. This was the largest amount of money ever raised by an Ohio college or university for the charity.
To promote local AIDS awareness the Face of AIDS Senior Year Experience 418 class organized and raised the necessary funds to exhibit three panels of the AIDS Memorial Quilt in the library in March.
Alumni -- let's "Plunge" in and help out
Alumni are invited to participated in the annual Spring Community Plunge on April 22. In celebration of Earth Day service activities will focus on the environment . (more)
YOU can make a difference!
A message from Jennifer Westbrook '01, Director of Annual Giving
Otterbein students depend on your generous support to the Annual Fund. Tuition covers only 72% of each student's total education cost. We need, and count on, the support of alumni to help make up the other 28%! Gifts to the Annual Fund help with ongoing expenses to supplement tuition dollars with scholarship awards, faculty development, library book purchases and facilities and equipment upgrades.
Annual Fund gifts helped you during your Otterbein years; now is a good time to consider giving back. You can contribute to the Annual Fund by clicking on Make a Gift Online or by calling 614-823-1400. Thank you for your support!
Kudos to...
President C. Brent DeVore who was recently elected Vice Chair for Investment on the Board of Directors for the Council of Independent Colleges.
Kate Porubcansky, Assistant Dean for Campus Enrichment/Director of Orientation and Campus Center, who was recently selected to receive The Ohio State University HESA/SPA Emerging Professional Award.
Tracy Benner, Director of Residence Life, received the Distinguished Service Award from the Ohio Association of Student Personnel Administrators/Ohio College Personnel Association (OASPA/OCPA.)
Peggy M. Ruhlin '79, Otterbein College Trustee, will be inducted into the Ohio Foundation of Independent College's Hall of Excellence on March 29.
Kyle Williams '07 received the Undergraduate Student Leader Award from OASPA/OCPA for his leadership and contributions to the student affairs area.
Construction Update
Construction on the new three-story residence hall continues. On March 16 faculty, staff, and students were invited to "make their mark" by signing the final ceiling beam prior to its installation. The $9.7 million structure will accommodate 174 students in suite-style rooms. It is expected to open in Fall 2006.
Renovations began on the 33 Collegeview Road property. Once the first phase of renovations is complete the Art Department will relocate from the Batelle Fine Arts Center. It is anticipated that classrooms will be ready for use in Fall 2006. The second phase of renovations will conclude in the Fall of 2007 and will provide new space for the Communication Department including WOCC television, WOBN radio and the Tan and Cardinal newspaper.
Otterbein Connections
The Office of Alumni Relations is working diligently to provide opportunities that will keep your Otterbein connection alive. Over the next few months we will highlight the numerous opportunities available to you via alumni-based organizations. If you see something that piques your interest, submit a Get Involved form online. It's that easy!
Featured organization - MBA Organization (MBAO)
The MBA Organization provides networking, business opportunities, mentoring, and social activities. Membership is open to alumni of the Otterbein MBA program and current MBA students. For more information contact Chris Azzola at 614-823-1095.
The MBA Program would like to invite you to the Spring Quarter Executive Guest Lecture, featuring Donna James, former President of Nationwide Strategic Investments on April 10 at 6:00 p.m. She will speak on "Crafting a Career and Making a Mark in the Business World." This opportunity is open to the public. Please RSVP by April 1.
Read more about the MBAO in the March-April MBAO Newsletter.
Stay Connected
Remember to keep your contact information up-to-date with the Office of Alumni Relations via the online community at www.otterbein.edu/alumni <click Online Directory.
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