E-News

Everyone needs a makeover once in a while
Welcome to the new “look” of the ASU Alumni Association’s monthly e-newsletter for Sun Devil alumni and friends. We’ve retooled our layout to make our publication a quick, fun read that gives you the maximum amount of ASU-related information for a minimal time investment.

We’d like your opinion on the new format. If you have a comment on how the new layout is working for you, or if you have suggestions for news and features for an upcoming edition of the e-newsletter, please e-mail us at phxadmin@asu.edu.

Enjoy the e-newsletter and keep in touch!

--Liz Massey, Managing Editor
ASU Alumni Association

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Bill Kavan, chair, ASU Alumni Association Board of Directors 2009-10
Tell us about your involvement with the Alumni Association's board of directors.
I have been involved with the alumni association as a volunteer or board member since graduation in 1992. I have served as chair of various committees, treasurer, chair-elect, and became chair this July.

Which groups or activities were you most involved in at ASU? What did you gain from that involvement?Associated Students of ASU (ASASU), the Student Alumni Association, Delta Kappa Epsilon fraternity, Order of Omega, the Interfraternity Council, and Greek Review Board. I was able to gain leadership experience, public speaking, meeting management, and interpersonal skills through these groups. I also gained a deep affinity and appreciation of ASU during my undergraduate years thanks to them.

What's your favorite university tradition? (e.g., whitewashing the A, singing the alma mater, etc.)
Oozeball – it was the first ASU event I attended in 1988. I vividly remember that day and remain friends with many people that I attended that event with.

Which ASU professor(s) made a lasting impression on you and why?
Dr. Stookey in the Political Science department. His Supreme Court class was the best class I took at ASU. He was a professor who excited you about the subjects he taught – because he was truly excited about the topics himself. He left teaching to attend law school and then returned.

What are three “can’t-miss” ASU experiences every Sun Devil should participate in?
Climbing “A” Mountain, tailgating before a home football game and visiting the Hall of Fame at Sun Devil Stadium.

What are the benefits of giving back to ASU through your volunteer efforts?
The ability to learn about the exciting research being conducted at ASU, which helps broaden my horizons. It also gives me the ability to help a younger generation, provides great networking opportunities, and offers me the knowledge that I am helping to make ASU and Arizona a better place.

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Get warehouse-sized deals at Costco
Alumni Association members who purchase a Costco membership certificate online from the Alumni Association can receive special coupons worth $50!
Learn more

Keep your pets protected with VPI Pet Insurance
Protect your pets with VPI Pet Insurance and receive an ASU Alumni Association discount!
Enroll today!

Get Eco-Smart with Liberty Mutual
Liberty Mutual is giving away a Smart Fortwo car! Visit www.libertymutualsmartalum.com to complete an online entry form. Sweepstakes ends September 30.

Celebrate good times with the ASU Wine Club!
Visit us online to see our exclusive ASU Alumni Association Collector’s Edition Series Labels! Save 10 percent now with coupon code ASU129.
Raise a glass, the Sun Devil way

Need to fill a job? Take advantage of Jobing’s summer special for Sun Devil alums
ASU alumni who post jobs through the Alumni Association’s Sun Devil Career Network, powered by Jobing.com, through September 30 are eligible for $50 of free assistance! To take advantage of this offer, call (602) 200-6800 and mention the ASU Alumni Association Summer Special when ordering.

Business Card Marketplace: where Sun Devil businesses prosper
Let the more than 270,000 households to which ASU Magazine is delivered know about your company by advertising in the publication’s new Business Card Marketplace.
Get rates and sign up today!

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Show your Sun Devil spirit at Sparky’s Touchdown Tailgate series

Sept. 26: University of Georgia, Athens
Oct. 24: Stanford University, San Francisco Bay Area
Nov. 21: University of California, Los Angeles
Celebrate memories of the Bruce Snyder football era at our Legends Luncheon Oct. 30

Homecoming’s coming up!
Even though it happens on Halloween this year, there’s nothing scary about Homecoming at ASU! The Alumni Association is your one-stop shop for Sun Devil fun!
View the Alumni Association’s Homecoming schedule

Let the game-watching begin!
Fall across the Sun Devil nation means that out-of-state ASU fans will be holding game watching parties to cheer the football team to victory. Join the fun at a location near you!

Austin: Join us for our first game watch party of the season on Saturday, Sept. 26 as the Sun Devils take on Georgia. View location information

Chicago: Watch ASU play on television at the Cubby Bear, 1059 W Addison St. in Wrigleyville. Cheer on your Sun Devils, enjoy drink specials, raffle prizes and more! Get game-by-game details

Greater New York: Game-watching party for ASU-Georgia game, Saturday, Sept. 26, at Fat Annie’s Truck Stop, 131 W. 33rd Street (between 6th and 7th). RSVP Dave at dpag3@yahoo.com.

San Diego: Football game-watching events all season long at the East Village Tavern, 930 Market Street, San Diego, Calif. Enjoy Sun Devil-exclusive food and drink specials! Information, e-mail sandiegochapter@asualumni.org.

Denver: Game watching parties at the Blake Street Tavern, 240 Blake Street, throughout football season. Information, contact Dave Kem at cambodave@asualumni.org.

Old Pueblo (Tucson): Join our game-watching parties for ASU away games. Visit our Facebook page for event day details.

Seattle: Come join us at Jillian's in South Lake Union, 731 Westlake Ave N, where we will be watching all of this season's televised football games. RSVP to Sarah Warren at SarahLWarren@yahoo.com.

Upcoming chapter events promise Sun Devil fun
Need a Sun Devil connection close to home? These geographic chapters will host get-togethers in the next few weeks.

Chicago: Join our chapter for a night at the Chicago Fire, a Major League Soccer team, on Oct. 22. Reserve tickets by calling Julia Enderle at 708-496-6778.

Kansas City: Happy Hour at the Velvet Dog, 4001 E. 31st St., Kansas City, Mo., 6 p.m., Monday, Sept. 28. For information, e-mail Liz Karre at ASUAlumniKC@hotmail.com.

Seattle: Our chapter will be taking part in the 2009 Puget Sound Heart Walk 5K, Saturday Oct. 3, at Qwest Field. Visit the Seattle Sun Devils team page

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Nobel Prize winner Hartwell to lead major ASU health initiative
ASU announced on Sept. 4 the appointment of Nobel Prize winner Dr. Leland “Lee” H. Hartwell to lead an expansive university effort to improve the effectiveness of health care.
Hartwell to co-direct the Center for Sustainable Health

Journalism students go pro
Articles written and produced by top journalism students are being distributed to major media outlets including the New York Times, CNN, and Gannett through the News 21 Initiative, a program run by Arizona State University’s Walter Cronkite School of Journalism and Mass Communication.
Student stories relate to theme “Changing America”

New College prospects may qualify for out-of-state tuition reduction
The New College of Interdisciplinary Arts and Sciences on the university’s West campus is one of the newest members of the Western Undergraduate Exchange, which provides an out-of-state tuition reduction for qualified first-time freshmen and community college transfer students.
Dean: “It is important we do everything possible to offer affordable options”

Think boldly, act quickly with the ASU Action Network
The ASU Action Network empowers ASU alumni and Sun Devil supporters to connect with the university and other Sun Devils to augment the university's impact on real-world situations.
Learn more

Honor a Sun Devil with pioneer spirit
Recognize those who have made outstanding contributions to the Alumni Association and ASU community – nominate someone for the ASU Alumni Association’s annual Founders’ Day Awards, which will be presented at the Founders’ Day celebration on Feb. 24, 2010.
The nomination deadline is 5 p.m., Oct. 21.
Founders’ Day nomination form

Update your info for the new alumni directory
The ASU Alumni Association and its partner Harris Connect are working together to develop a comprehensive printed directory. To update your information, please contact Harris Connect directly at (877) 596-9182 or e-mail customerservice@harrisconnect.com.
Questions about our directory?

Devil 2 Devil Challenge rewards Alumni Association ambassadors
Share the benefits of membership with friends and win a Sparky plush toy, meal certificates, even a two-night stay at Tempe Mission Palms hotel.
How it works
What you can win

Were you part of Jimi Hendrix’s ASU experience?
Did you see Jimi Hendrix in concert at the Sun Devils Gym at ASU on February 5, 1968, or have some other unique, first-person encounter with Hendrix or his band? If so, Experience Hendrix wants to hear from you.
Organization dedicated to preserving rocker’s legacy