January 2008 ASU Alumni Arizona Newsletter

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	Take your new career for a spin at Feb. 12 event Do you have a dream job just waiting to be explored? Join Brian Kurth, founder of VocationVacations® and author of “Test-Drive Your Dream Job,” on Tuesday, Feb. 12, at Old Main on ASU’s Tempe campus for an informative and fun discussion on how to pursue and attain your dream job. Read More
	Mercy! ASU to participate in Roy Orbison tribute events Arizona State University will celebrate Roy Orbison’s unparalleled contributions to rock ‘n’ roll with a series of events beginning in late January, including a tribute concert Jan. 25 at the new Tempe Center for the Arts. Read More
	Give your inner artist a gift! Spring 2008 registration has already begun for Herberger College at Large and Herberger College for Kids. The programs offer classes for aspiring adult artists, as well as for kids from preschool to teen. Participants may express themselves through classes in art, digital art, dance, music and theatre. Read More
	Interdisciplinary alums get together Jan. 17 It’s a new year, a new restaurant and a new opportunity for graduates of ASU’s Bachelor of Interdisciplinary Studies (BIS) program to engage in power networking. The group will meet at 6 p.m., Thursday, Jan. 17 at Saddle Ranch Chop House, during the restaurant’s grand opening week! For information, contact Bryar at bdavies@daviesryan.com. Read More
	Ring in spring at COTEL alumni breakfast It may only be the beginning of the spring semester, but the alumni of the College of Teacher Education and Leadership will celebrate the coming season at 9 a.m., Saturday, Jan. 19 at Cracker Barrel Old Country Store, 9312 W. Glendale Ave. in Glendale. For more information, contact Dan Turbyfill at Dan.Turbyfill@asu.edu.
	Take a swing for scholarships at Los Diablos tournament Jan. 25 Golfers with a yen to help current scholarship students still have time to register for the Los Diablos Legacy Golf Tournament on Friday, Jan. 25. For information, contact George Diaz Jr., at (602) 250-2131 or george.diazjr@pinnaclewest.com.
	Feeling lucky? Join real estate alums at “Vegas night” The ASU Master of Real Estate Development alumni chapter is rolling the dice and betting you’ll have a great night of casino-style fun at the group’s first annual Vegas night on Jan. 26! Read More
	Recreation alums “flop” for a cause Poker-faced Sun Devils can put their card-playing skills to good use at the February Flop-Texas Hold ‘em Poker Tournament, hosted by the Recreation & Tourism Management alumni group. The event, slated for 6 p.m., Saturday, Feb. 9, will be a fundraiser for recreation students on ASU’s West campus. Read More
	Stargaze with friends at Sedona alumni event The Sedona alumni chapter is co-sponsoring Celebrate the Sedona Night Sky by participating in a full lunar eclipse party on Wednesday, Feb. 20. All Sun Devil alumni are invited to attend this free community event and view the eclipse, Saturn and Mars through large telescopes. Read More


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	ASU poll unveils current political attitudes Immigration, the uncertain economy and the 2008 presidential race were on the minds of those surveyed in a new Arizona State University-Southwest Poll released Jan. 3. Read More
	New degree program paves the way for bioscience education To help meet the need of Arizona’s booming bioscience sector and create the next generation of highly skilled, interdisciplinary scientists, the Arizona Board of Regents recently approved an innovative ASU graduate degree in biological design. Read More
	Criminology department expansion addresses need for officers It’s no secret that the Valley is growing, but with the increase in population comes a need for those who provide basic safety in communities – police officers. To meet that demand, the School of Criminology and Criminal Justice is expanding its operations to the Downtown Phoenix and Tempe campuses. Read More
	Faculty-staff teams earn entrepreneurship grants Three new ASU faculty-staff teams have been awarded $40,000 Pathways to Entrepreneurship Grants to implement new ideas that will further entrepreneurship education. Read More


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	Need career advice? Tap into the Career Advisor Network Networking is one of the most effective ways to search for job opportunities or grow one’s career! Whether you’re just starting your career or are a seasoned professional, the Sun Devil Career Advisor Network can help you contact fellow Sun Devils for insight into a particular career or career-related interest. Read More
	Real Sun Devils bleed maroon and gold Do the strains of the school fight song bring a tear to your eye? Show your love of all things Sun Devil through membership in the ASU Alumni Association. Read More
	Brag with the tag Make your daily commute a display of unabashed Sun Devil pride with ASU collegiate license plates. Read More
	"Roses are red, polar bears are fat..." And we bet that you can come up with a better verse that that! Show your favorite Sun Devil how much they mean to you on Valentine’s Day by sending a custom verse on a card featuring Old Main or another ASU landmark. Read More


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	Help "Pack the House" for Jan. 20 women's basketball game You can help ASU win the Pac-10 Pack the House Challenge by purchasing a ticket for the Jan. 20 women’s basketball game, when the Lady Sun Devils take on the Stanford Cardinal at 2 p.m. in Wells Fargo Arena. Order a ticket (PDF)
	Frank Kush inducted into Chick-Fil-A Bowl Hall of Fame Recognized as one of the top coaches in NCAA history, former ASU football Coach Frank Kush was recently inducted into the Chick-Fil-A (Peach) Bowl Hall of Fame, created to honor former players, coaches and other contributors who have had a significant impact on the bowl. Read More
	ASU sports fans, what is your Sun Devil Story? If you have a great memory, clever ritual, or special experience that shows your passion for ASU and Sun Devil athletics, share your story and you could be the subject of a short video feature played at ASU home games! Submissions will be accepted until March 31. Read More


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	Make it a knight with discount tickets to "Camelot" The enchanted kingdom of Camelot is a place where honor and chivalry reign. Come see Lou Diamond Phillips wear King Arthur’s crown in this magnificent new production of Lerner and Loewe’s timeless masterpiece, playing at ASU Gammage Jan. 15-20. ASU alumni can receive a $10 discount on tickets to the Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday (Jan. 15-17) performances. Click here and use promotional code ALUMNI to order. Read More
	Provide rock-solid evidence of your ASU accomplishments An achievement that lasts a lifetime should be represented by a material that lasts a lifetime! MyDiplomainStone.com will take a digital scan of your diploma and use laser etching to recreate it on a 12-inch by 12-inch slab of quality granite. Read More
	Warm up your winter with Peru trip AHI Travel is offering ASU alumni a spectacular trip to a coveted South American destination this winter. The 7-day trip to Peru which starts Feb. 28, features visits to Machu Picchu, an ancient complex of almost 200 houses, palaces and temples. Read More
	Experience “April in Paris” with the Alumni Association! If your travel tastes run in a more European direction, don’t miss the Alumni Association’s trip to Paris, slated for April 26-May 4. Experience the everyday magic of Paris, sipping espresso in a sidewalk cafe, exploring the Louvre Museum, or looking up at the Eiffel Tower lit up against the evening sky. This fantastic journey offers optional excursions to Normandy and Champagne country. Read More
	African trip adds spice to life Hosted by Global Adrenaline, the Serengeti and Zanzibar Explorer, slated for Sept. 5-14, offers a unique combination: the best of Tanzania’s safari excursions combined with several days of relaxation on the white sand beaches of the exotic spice island of Zanzibar. Read more


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	The Alumni Association is proud to announce the publication of a new coffee-table book, “Arizona State University: Visions of a New American University.” The oversized, full-color book features more than 150 breathtaking photos of ASU, with imagery showcasing the university’s multiple campuses, its storied athletics program, its distinguished faculty and its diverse student body. Read more