NOTES FROM THE ASUAA PRESIDENT
Welcome to the Fall semester and a new football season as well.  I have been excited to see so many chapters already announcing game watching parties and starting their “Pennies for Points” in scholarship fundraising.  The events are really catching on and we hope the team can help us out by scoring a lot of points!  And for those of you heading to Georgia, definitely reserve Friday evening for a gathering at Lola, operated by David Abes an ASU alum, followed by a Sparky’s Touchdown Tailgate in Athens and the game to Bash the Bulldogs.  If you still need to purchase game and tailgate tickets, let the staff know.

Quick note on the beginning of school—check out the video of Welcome Week at the Downtown campus and especially a glimpse of the 1500 plus freshmen whitewashing the “A!”  Hope some of you have good memories of that as well.

All the best as always,

Notes FROM THE ASUAA ASSOCIATE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OF PROGRAMS AND CONSTITUENT RELATIONS
I am thrilled to announce the approval last week from the Board of Directors for the official Wisconsin Connection.  Please welcome Nate Farr ’03 as the Connection Coordinator.  The Connection is off to a strong start as it hosted a Sun Devil Send-Off this summer and is helping plan for the ASU vs. Wisconsin tailgate on September 18, 2010.

Football season is here and we are ready for Sparky’s Touchdown Tailgate.  We look forward to seeing the majority of you at the games and especially at Sparky’s Touchdown Tailgates!  Get your tickets now for:
                                University of Georgia – September 26  (Yes, we have game and tailgate package)
                                Stanford University – October 24
                                UCLA – November 21
Click HERE for more information.

Finally, be sure to register for the Fall Chapter Leadership Forum, October 29-31 during Homecoming.  The registration deadline is quickly approaching and our goal is to have 100% participation from all of the Chapters.  Please register by SEPTEMBER 30th.  It will be educational, productive, fun and “A Devilish Homecoming!”

Go Devils!

UPCOMING SEPTEMBER ALUMNI PROGRAMS AND CONSTITUENCY EVENTS
Chapter programs that occur in August include, but not limited to:

If you would like to make a pledge to support one of these groups and their efforts to raise funds for student scholarships, please click HERE.

LOOKING FOR SOMETHING? CHECK THE ONLINE TOOLKIT!
The Online Toolkit is a great resource for commonly used forms & procedures for a variety of alumni chapter activities. Important forms such as the Check/Reimbursement Request form & the Post-Event Program Report have been updated for FY10. Please be sure to use these new forms when preparing for and finishing up your events.
Some other great highlights from the Online Toolkit include:
*Summary of notes from the August 18th CAC Call
*Request form for an Online Registration Page
*Sample Event Sign-in Sheet


DEVIL OF AN IDEA
We’re excited to announce a new feature to the Online Toolkit called “Devil of an Idea.” This new page will be used to post Program Reports from successful chapter events. This will be an excellent way for chapters to share success stories and lessons-learned from commonly planned events across the Alumni Constituent Network. If you’ve had a great event and you’d like to share the steps for ‘how-to’ with your fellow alumni leaders, just complete the Post-Event Program Report and submit by e-mail to Trish Thiele-Keating and we’ll post the information for other groups to view on the “Devil of an Idea” web page.


AUGUST 18TH CAC CALL RECAP
Thank you to all the alumni leaders who participated on the August 18th CAC Call. During the call we announced information about the Fall Forum in October, new strategies for alumni group e-communications and shared great ideas amongst alumni leaders. Please be sure to review the Summary of notes from the August 18th CAC Call to remain informed of all the recent updates & procedures within ASUAA.

*As a reminder, Chapter/Club/Connection e-newsletters will no longer be automatically sent to all ASU Alumni Leaders. If you would like to remain on the list to receive other chapter’s e-mail updates, please e-mail Trish Thiele-Keating.

*Also, in an effort to more efficiently deliver announcements about ASU Football Game Watching gatherings, please send your e-mail content for your upcoming Game Watchings to Trish Thiele-Keating  by Monday of the week of the game. Even if you are only making a simple announcement about a time & place to meet to watch the game, please provide full sentences and a subject line. Keep in mind that each e-mail you send might be the first time an alum in your area is learning about your events – you want to put forth your best Sun Devil impression each time.
Mark your calendar – the next CAC Call will take place on Monday, January 25th, 2010 at 6:00pm AZ time.


NEW ALUMNI ROSTERS NOW AVAILABLE
If you would like to obtain a list of alumni within your chapter/club/connection, new rosters are available with information inclusive of May 2009 graduates. Alumni rosters include contact phone numbers & mailing addresses, grad year & ASUAA membership status. This can be a great tool for reaching out to alumni and letting them know about the great ASU Alumni activities taking place near them. Reach out to recent grads or lapsed members and make sure they know ASUAA offers great opportunities to remain connected to the University and to other alums. If you would like an updated alumni roster for your group, please contact Trish Thiele-Keating. Please allow 3-5 days for the roster to be compiled.



SPARKY'S MEMBERSHIP MANIA
An update on the current competition status for Sparky’s Membership Mania will be coming soon. Don’t forget – Sparky’s Membership Mania for 2008-2009 ends Saturday, October 31st. For every member your Chapter/Club/Connection recruits, you receive 10% of the membership fee back to your group. You also receive points based on 10% of the membership value and the teams with the most points per division receive an extra $50! The TOP DEVIL with the highest amount of points will receive an award of $500 to be used for chapter activities! Don’t wait – recruit those Sun Devils today! Every member counts! Don’t forget to renew your own membership & give your chapter the credit.

FALL FORUM FOR GEOGRAPHIC & SPECIAL INTEREST ALUMNI GROUPS
OCTOBER 29th – 31st, 2009 – Tempe, AZ
The Fall Forum will take place during Homecoming Weekend in October. The Weekend begins on Thursday, October 29th with the ‘Aloha Alumni Leaders’ Mixer held at the re:mix (SM) Lounge at ALOFT from 5:00pm – 7:00pm.

The Fall Forum for Alumni Leaders will take place on Friday, October 30th from 8:00am – 5:00pm at The Buttes in Tempe. This will be a full day of informational presentations from ASUAA and ASU departments, and group discussions amongst alumni group leaders. An agenda will be sent to registrants one week prior to the Conference. Participants will also attend the Homecoming Legends Luncheon, A Tribute to Bruce Snyder.

The Homecoming Festivities continue on Saturday, October 31st with the annual Homecoming Parade & Block Party before the big game against Cal.

WHO CAN ATTEND: All ASU Alumni Geographic & Special Interest Chapters, Clubs and Connections should have one designated representative who will attend the Fall Forum. If you have previously represented your Chapter, Club or Connection at three consecutive forums/conferences, you are NOT eligible to participate as the designated representative for your group at the 2009 Fall Forum. In an effort to enhance alumni engagement and leadership development for your group, we strongly encourage a new leader from your board to attend the forum. Additional representatives from the constituent groups are welcome to attend the Forum at their own expense.
*Airfare reimbursement and 3 nights hotel accommodations will be available for one designated representative from each Geographic Chapter, Club & Connection. For airfare allocation information, please contact trish.thiele-keating@asu.edu.
Hotel Accommodations will be arranged at ALOFT in Tempe - 951 East Playa Del Norte Drive, Tempe, AZ 85281

Register NOW online HERE to attend the Fall Forum! The Registration Deadline is WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 30th!
*The designated representative for each Chapter, Club and Connection will receive a complimentary ticket to the Homecoming Legends Luncheon on Friday, October 30th. Additional representatives from each group are welcome to participate in the Fall Forum but they must purchase a ticket for the luncheon – discounted tickets for Alumni Leaders are available on the Fall Forum Online Registration Page.

*A limited number of tickets for the Homecoming Football Game vs. Cal are available for half price for Alumni Leaders on the Online Registration Page.

If you are interested in participating in the Homecoming Parade and/or Block Party on Saturday, October 31st before the football game, please contact Trish at Trish.Thiele-Keating@asu.edu. Game time has not been set. The Parade & Block Party begin 4 hours prior to game time.

We look forward to seeing you in October!

SUN DEVIL GENERATIONS CHILDREN'S PROGRAM
Make ASU a family affair...sign up the children in your life for Sun Devil Generations!  Sun Devil Generations creates a lifelong ASU connection by involving children in various ASU traditions and programs catering specifically to youngsters.  Any Alumni Association member may sponsor a child in the program.  Sign up your future Sun Devil today and continue the ASU tradition in your family!  Click here to sign up your child for Sun Devil Generations.

Sun Devil Generations 3rd Annual Carnival Celebration:  A Showcase of ASU
Date:                    September 12, 2009
Time:                    1–3 p.m.
Location:             Arizona Ballroom, Memorial Union, ASU Tempe Campus
This event will be filled with loads of fun for future Sun Devils. A showcase of ASU programs and activities for kids, the celebration will feature balloon artists, face painters, characters from your child’s favorite PBS shows, mask-making and lots of hands-on activities from various ASU colleges.
Make it a Sun Devil Day with family. 
RSVP HERE.

GO GREEN/LIVE GREEN SERIES: GREENING YOUR HOME
ASU Alumni Association, School of Sustainability team up to teach Sun Devils how to "Go Green, Live Green"
The Arizona State University Alumni Association will partner with the ASU School of Sustainability this fall to present "Go Green, Live Green," a series of presentations that address the personal side of sustainable living.  Each session in the three-part series will cover a different aspect of sustainable living.  On Tuesday, Sept. 15, the first session will focus on sustainability at home. Participants will learn how to conduct audits of their use of energy, water and food as well as tips related to sustainable products, transportation and home improvement methods. Includes breakfast. Registration will open at 7:00 am.
RSVP here.

MAROON & GOLD PROFESSIONALS MIXER, IMAGINE THE POSSIBILITIES WHEN SUN DEVILS CONNECT..
An exciting business collaboration, a potential new client, a job opportunity or simply, making a new friend...many good things can come your way when you go out and meet new people, especially when they're also Sun Devils!  Typically these M&G Mixers draw nearly 100 alumni from all backgrounds, fields and ages – don’t miss out on this exclusive opportunity to connect with Sun Devils in your own backyard!

The ASU Alumni Association's Maroon & Gold Professionals is a network for ASU graduates in the working world, providing opportunities for Sun Devils to connect with Sun Devils! This is a great opportunity to meet other alums and expand your network. Bring plenty of business cards and be prepared for an evening of great food, fun and networking.

Location:               Pier 54 (5394 S. Lakeshore Dr., Tempe, AZ, 85283)
Date:                     September 16, 2009
Time:                     5:30 pm - 7:00 pm
Cost:                      The event is $10 for members, $20 for future members. 
RSVP:                    Click here to register.


Young Alumni Pool Party at The Buttes
Join us on Sept. 19th from Noon-3 p.m. at The Buttes, A Marriott Resort (2000 Westcourt Way, Tempe).  The mixer is open to all ASU alumni age 35 or younger and is free for current Alumni Association members and $10 for non-members. For more information contact Jenny Holsman, (480) 965-2586 or jholsman@asu.edu.

ASU VS. GEORGIA, SEPTEMBER 26
Tick tock… the days are counting down until the much awaited rematch between ASU and the University of Georgia.  Your Alumni Association has 65 game tickets left!  The game tickets are sold with the tailgate which will be the place to be in Athens before the game.  The tailgate includes a custom made souvenir ASU draw string bag, a fantastic meal, an open bar for select keg beers and a cash bar.  Nearly 600 Sun Devils are registered for the tailgate as of today!  For those that need  hotel or ground transportation from Atlanta, the Sun Devil Club is offering packages that include those items plus game and tailgate tickets. 
To register for Sparky’s Touchdown tailgate and game tickets click here.  To see the Sun Devil Club packages, click here.

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED – volunteers are needed to help with the tailgate.  All positions are easy and fun.  Volunteers work approximately one to one and a half hours and receive half off of the tailgate price.  Contact Cindy at Cindy.Dick@asu.edu if you are interested in volunteering. 


Sparky’s Touchdown Tailgates in California
Registration is now open for games at Stanford (October 24) and UCLA (November 21).  For details see each registration page.   

MAROON & GOLD PROFESSIONALS LUNCHEON, REAL ESTATE OUTLOOK

Featuring Dr. Jay Q. Butler, Director of Realty Studies, Morrison School of Management and Agribusiness
What indicators signal a turn around of the Valley's real estate market? When do the experts predict these indicators will improve? How has the recession impacted the Valley's commercial real estate market? Join the ASU Alumni Association as expert Dr. Jay Butler talks about the current state of both the residential and commercial real estate markets. (Includes lunch)
Date:    Wednesday, September 30, 2009
Time:    11:30am - 1:00pm
Location:    ASU Karsten Golf Course (1125 E. Rio Salado Parkway, Tempe, AZ)
Cost:    $20 Alumni Association Members, $25 Future-Alumni Association Member            
 RSVP here.



A CONVERSATION WITH JUSTICE SANDRA DAY O'CONNOR
Presented by the ASU Alumni Association and AZ Magazine
The ASU Alumni Association and AZ Magazine have partnered together to offer continued workshops and meetings to help current and emerging women leaders in the state of Arizona. Together, we are proud to present "A Conversation with Justice Sandra Day O'Connor." Please join us at the Arizona Biltmore for breakfast and a discussion with Justice O'Connor about her personal leadership style, how she manages through difficult times, and advice she has for women who want to make a difference.
Date:     Friday, October 9, 2009
Time:    7:00am - 9:00am
Location:   Arizona Biltmore Resort & Spa (2400 East Missouri Avenue Phoenix, AZ)
Cost:   $40 for ASU Alumni Association members, $45 for non-members
RSVP here.


ASU CAREER CONNECTIONS
If you are going to be in Tempe on Tuesday, October 13 please consider volunteering at ASU’s Career Connections.  Are you passionate about your career?  Did you receive your degree from ASU?  Are you comfortable talking to students in an informal setting?  Every year the Alumni Association partners with ASU Career Services in hosting “Career Connections”.  This event brings together alumni from various fields with undeclared students; providing an informal environment for students to discover different career fields and better understand what they are really like on a day-to-day basis.  Every year the careers of interest changes for students and this year they are particularly interested in representatives from the following fields:  Architecture, Business, Construction, Criminology, Engineering, Journalism, Nursing, Social Work, Social Services and Sustainability.

Date:   Tuesday, October 13, 2009
Times:     9:00-11:30AM or 12:30-3:30PM. 
Location:    Old Main’s Carson Ballroom on the Tempe Campus

Parking is validated for all participants and lunch is provided by P.F. Chang’s for those that can volunteer for both sessions.   

Over 70% of alumni return because they enjoy feeling like they’ve made an impact on a student’s life and the students tell Career Services that this is the most important event that they went to regarding career planning in their Freshman year.  For more information, please contact Cindy Dick at cindy.dick@asu.edu or at 480-965-0093.

ASU HOMECOMING LEGENDS LUNCHEON - A TRIBUTE TO COACH BRUCE SNYDER
Join Sun Devil football legends as the ASU Alumni Association pays tribute to Coach Bruce Snyder.  Snyder coached the Sun Devils from 1992 to 2000 and is best remembered for guiding the Devils to one of their most memorable years in history as they went 11-0 in the 1996 regular season, earned a Pacific-10 Conference title, and a berth in the Rose Bowl.  That season also included a 19-0 win over two-time defending national champion and top-ranked Nebraska.  Keynote speakers include former offensive tackle Juan Roque and receiver Keith Poole who both went on to have NFL careers.  Additionally, the luncheon will feature legends from the 1969 team.  Please join us as we celebrate Coach Bruce Snyder’s contributions to ASU football. 

Date:   Friday, October 30, 2009
Cost:    Members of the ASUAA $40, Non Members $45. 
Location:   The Buttes, A Marriott Resort in Tempe
Click here to register. 


“It’S A DEVILISH HOMECOMING" -- OCTOBER 31, 2009
Come back to ASU, visit with friends, see how the campus has changed and grown, and get ready for ASU to take on Cal.  Homecoming is October 31 on the Old Main lawn.  The Parade and Block Party will start four hours before kickoff (with the exception of a 1:00 PM game).   Wear a costume… it is Halloween after all and the Block Party will be the place to be. 


STUDENT ALUMNI ASSSOCIATION
The Student Alumni Association (SAA) recently hosted one of the oldest traditions at ASU – Whitewashing the “A!”  Over 1500 students and guests helped to paint the “A” white, signifying the fresh beginning of the new year!  In addition to this signature event, SAA also hosted its first annual Kick-off party!  This inaugural event attracted more than 100 SAA students to learn more about SAA and prepare for the upcoming year’s events and annual traditions.  With more than 1300 members, SAA continues to support ASU traditions and foster Sun Devil pride in all students.  If you would like to support SAA or learn more about the organization, please contact Greg Mena at 480.965.4078 or Greg.Mena@asu.edu.

JOIN THE WEB 2.0 GENERATION WITH US!
The ASU Alumni Association has set up groups on Facebook, LinkedIn and Twitter for graduates of ASU! Sign up today and see who you know from ASU, and who THEY know!

Join ASU's LinkedIn Group                          
Join ASU's Facebook Group                        
Tweet on ASU’s Twitter

LRO CAMERA TAKES FIRST LOOK AT APOLLO 12 LANDING SITE
By Nikki Staab
Just over a month ago, the imaging system on board NASA's Lunar Reconnaissance Orbiter (LRO) had its first of many opportunities to photograph five of the six Apollo landing sites. The LROC (short for Lunar Reconnaissance Orbiter Camera) team recently had the chance to target the remaining landing site.  The Apollo 12 landing site was well worth the wait. The Surveyor 3 spacecraft, Lunar Module descent stage and Apollo Lunar Surface Experiment Package (ALSEP), along with astronaut tracks, are all visible. Click here for full story.


WOMEN'S GOLF RANKED NO. 1
After claiming their seventh NCAA title and first in 11 years, the Arizona State women's golf team will enter the 2009-10 season as the number one team in the Golf World/ NGCA Division I Preseason Coaches' Poll. The team received 34 of 41 first place votes. This is the first time the Sun Devils have been voted into the top spot since Melissa Luellen took over as head coach just prior to the 2002-03 season. Fellow Pac-10 teams ranked in the top 5 include No. 2 Southern California and No.3 UCLA. Click here for full story.