eZiggy Zoomba	Issue #62, April 2007
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Alumni Association Events

		Calling all BGSU volunteer leaders With May 11-12 fast approaching, it is last call for registration to attend the BGSU Volunteer Leaders Conference. The conference, entitled BG & You, will bring together some of the most dynamic individuals in the University's volunteer leaders network to exchange ideas and best practices. John Meier '70, CEO and chair of Libbey Inc., and a well-known volunteer in northwest Ohio, will be the featured keynote speaker. Click here for more information.
Volunteer Leader Spotlight
		Denise Dartt leads Alumni Board Denise Dartt '75 is current chair of the BGSU Alumni Association Board of Directors. She is judge for the Lucas County (Ohio) Common Pleas Court and previously served as judge in the Toledo Municipal Court from 1985-2004. Click here for more information.
News
		BGSU Firelands leadership changes After six years as dean of BGSU Firelands, Dr. James Michael Smith of Fremont is leaving that post July 1 to work full time as vice president for economic development and regional growth at the main campus. For the complete story, click here.
		Ohio Governor visits campus Ohio Gov. Ted Strickland aims to "reverse the disinvestment in higher education and begin the reinvestment" through a plan he promoted on campus late last month. Click here for details of his visit.
		University Libraries honored for innovation Innovative Interfaces Inc. has named University Libraries a winner of a Be Innovative! Award. The libraries' use of a product from the Emeryville, Calif.-based company earned a second place in the Most Innovative Use of e-Resource Products category. Click here to read more about the award.
		Support blossoms for Spring Celebration The Building Dreams Spring Celebration weekend was a huge success at bringing together more than 1,300 alumni and friends in support of the Building Dreams Campaign. Among the featured programs was the fourth annual Sebo Entrepreneur Series, focused on "Entrepreneurial thinking: The catalyst for business growth;" the Willa Cather readings on Saturday afternoon by honored guest Eva Marie Saint '46 and her husband, noted director Jeffrey Hayden; and the 40th anniversary of the William T. Jerome Library, featuring the sale of Oprah's Little Black Dress. The library event netted $23,000 that will be added to the $120 million Building Dreams Campaign. To date, more than $110 million has been raised in the campaign.
	University Events
		Autism Summit slated for BGSU campus "Diagnosis and Assessment: How Do We Know it's Autism?" is the focus of the sixth annual Autism Summit of Northwest Ohio that will be held at the Bowen-Thompson Student Union on June 9. For details of the one-day conference, click here.
		Creative writing offered for adults, children Everyone has stories to tell. Learn how to tell yours more effectively and let your children explore their creative ideas in summer classes offered through BGSU's Continuing & Extended Education program. Click here for additional details.
		Program advances healthcare professionals Whether you are interested in entering the healthcare profession or advancing your current career, the BGSU Continuing & Extended Education program offers a specialized two-day seminar. The healthcare training programs will be held June 18 and 19. For additional details, click here.
		Falcons barnstorm Ohio towns Get in the game with BGSU's Barnstorming Tour, a series of regional events reaching out to Falcon alumni and fans. We're taking coaches, players and staff on the road in June. Bring your family and friends to meet the Falcons' finest. Enjoy autograph sessions, raffles, silent auctions, merchandise, food and beverages. For details click here, or to register contact BGSU Athletics, 419-372-7100, rbcoats@bgsu.edu.

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Society & Chapter Events

Detroit Chapter hosts Tigers game event

Please join fellow alumni on Sunday, June 10, for an afternoon of food, fun and Falcon camaraderie on Party Deck #3 at Comerica Park. Come and watch the 2006 American League Champion Detroit Tigers take on the New York Mets. The ball park buffet starts at 11:30 a.m., with game time at 1:05 p.m. Space is limited. Click here to RSVP by May 10.

'Sweet Charity' on tap for Triangle Region Alumni

Reserve a seat now to see "Sweet Charity," the musical starring Brat Pack star Molly Ringwald on June 2. Join fellow alumni and friends for a private four-course dinner at Caffe Luna prior to the show. University representatives will be on hand to update you about the Wolfe Center for the Arts and BGSU's nationally recognized Vision and Values program for students. Click here for more information about this event.

Cleveland, Charlotte chapters to see 'Lion King'

Mark your calendars now for a roaring good time with the BGSU Cleveland and Charlotte Alumni chapters!

The Charlotte Alumni Chapter will see The Lion King on July 28, while the Cleveland Alumni Chapter event is slated for Aug. 16. Seats have been reserved for this spectacular stage show. For information on the Charlotte event, click here. To find out more about the Cleveland show, click here.

Get in the swing with Louisville Slugger event

Swing batter, batter, batter, sa-wing batter! Save the date of June 16 for an afternoon of baseball and fun! BGSU alumnus Rick Redman '80 has invited fellow Falcons and friends for a behind-the-scenes tour, lunch in the Clubhouse of Hillerich & Brasby, and a guided tour of the Louisville Slugger factory and museum. Reservations may be made by contacting the Office of Alumni and Development at alumni@bgsu.edu or 1-888-839-2586.

May Alumni Chapter Events

6th - BGSU Collegiate Chorale Concert

7th - BGSU Collegiate Chorale Concert

9th - BGSU Collegiate Chorale Concert

10th - BGSU Collegiate Chorale Concert

19th - Columbus Chapter Relay for Life

20th - Athletic Alumni Las Vegas Golf Outing

20th - Austin Chapter Baseball Event

June Alumni Chapter Events

2nd - Raleigh Chapter Sweet Charity

10th - Detroit Tigers vs. NY Mets

16th - Alumni Men's Chorus Concert