Stay Green!
Continue the
discovery and commraderie began during your formative college
years with Eastern Michigan University’s programming for today’s active senior alumni over age 60.
New memories are just waiting to be made through the
Senior Alumni Program. The program’s mission is to keep alumni connected through campus activities, volunteer opportunities and group travel. For more information, contact Christine Mikolajczak, assistant director of advancement activities,
in the Office for Alumni Relations at 734.487.0250 or cmikolaj@emich.edu.
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Aug. 8-10, 2008 | Port Huron, Michigan Register by June 30 |
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Take part in the program's inaugural trip. The itinerary includes: Friday, Aug. 8: Travel from Ypsilanti to Port Huron; lunch and tour at the Maritime Museum; river cruise aboard the Huron Lady II; self-guided tours Saturday, Aug. 9: Tours of the Thomas Edison Depot Museum and Huron Lightship Museum and Trolley Tour; dinner and wine tasting at the Tasting Room; "An evening with Jeff Daniels" at the Lexington Music Theatre Company Sunday, Aug. 10: Visit the Fort Gratiot Light House; return travel to Ypsilanti The cost is $280 per person for double occupancy or $400 per person which includes includes round trip bus from Ypsilanti, two night hotel stay, cruise on the Huron Lady, Saturday museum and trolley tours, wine tasting and dinner, theatre tickets and lighthouse tour. > download flier (PDF) |
| 2008 BROWN BAG LECTURE SERIES | |
| The following lectures are presented by the EMU Office for Alumni Relations in partnership with the ElderQuest program: | |
*Wednesday, Aug. 20 |
What EMU offers to seniors Learn what benefits the ElderQuest and Senior Alumni Programs offer to those over the age of 60. |
| *Tuesday, Oct. 21 | 2008 Election: The effects on seniors 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., Student Center, Room 350 Get an in-depth perspective on where each candidate stands regarding issues affecting seniors the most. |
| *Wednesday, Nov. 19 | History of vintage costume jewelry: Appraisal, repair, redesign and care 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., Student Center, Room 310 A Learn how to identify great antique jewelry. Bring in a few pieces of your own and find out what precious gems you may discover in your own home. |
| Thursday, Dec. 4 | Baking for the holidays with students 6–8 p.m., Roosevelt Hall Bring your favorite holiday recipes to share with students and learn how to bake a few new ones with our Hospitality Management program. |
| * Bring your packed lunch and come ready to learn! Light refreshments will also be provided. Reserve your spot by calling 734.487.0250. | |
| 2008 VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES | |
| EMU Senior Alumni are invited to assist with the following events and contribute to their success: | |
| Saturday, Sept. 13 | EMU vs. Toledo Tailgate |
| Friday, Sept. 26 | Golden Years Reunion |
| Saturday, Sept. 27 | Homecoming Tailgate |
| Saturday, Oct. 25 | Teaching Excellence Awards 9–11 a.m., Student Center Grand Ballroom |
Times for each event to be determined. Volunteering will be a two-hour time commitment. If you would like to volunteer, please contact Christine Mikolajczak, assistant director of advancement activities, in the Office for Alumni Relations at 734.487.0250 or cmikolaj@emich.edu. |
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