June 10, 2009

Dear University of Idaho Alumni and Friends:

It may be summer, but there's no slowing of the pace for the Alumni Association. We've got a full schedule of events this summer to bring Vandals together, including Vandal Night at baseball parks in Denver, Spokane and Boise. We'll also be at Vandal Send-off events around the state to welcome the new class of Vandals coming to campus in the fall.

We're also gearing up for fall - football, Homecoming, Dads' Weekend, law and forestry education reunions.

Go Vandals!

Steven C. Johnson '71
Executive Director of Alumni Relations

Alumni Events

Idaho GOLD Happy Hour in Mesa, AZ - June 11

Canyon County Scramble in Caldwell - June 12

Silver and Gold Celebration in American Falls - June 12

Chorizo Challenge in Mountain Home - June 13

Vandal Social Hour in Coeur d'Alene - June 18

Thirsty Thursday in Twin Falls, ID - June 18

Buhl Pigout - June 20

UI Natural Resources Camp in Central Idaho - June 22-27

Alumni Luncheon in San Francisco - June 24

Wine Tasting, Tour and Reception in Sonoma, CA - June 25

Tri Delta 80th Anniversary Reunion in Moscow - June 26-28

Vandal Welcomes in Idaho and the Northwest - July 6-27

Summer BBQ in Twin Falls - July 8

Summer BBQ in Idaho Falls - July 9

VSF Governor's Gala - July 23

Vandal Night with the Colorado Rockies in Denver - July 25

University of Idaho Night with the Spokane Indians in Spokane - July 31

2009 Vandal Football Schedule

Event information for these and other social connection opportunities can be found at www.idahovandals.com .

Campus View

Campus

Shattuck Amphitheater
Shattuck Amphitheater, adjacent to Shattuck Arboretum, was renovated in 2002 and remains a popular spot for campus and community barbecues, weddings and receptions. You can purchase tickets for the 2009 Tuesday evening summer barbecues at the Campus Recreation Office in the Student Recreation Center, or reserve the amphitheater through the Campus Recreation Office at (208) 885-6381 or CampRec@uidaho.edu .

Student Success

Student Media is the Best

The Argonaut, the University of Idaho's twice-weekly student newspaper, took first place in the General Excellence category for college newspapers in a competition sponsored by the Idaho Press Club.

Staff members from both the Argonaut and BLOT, the student magazine, picked up seven other first-place certificates on their way to collecting more awards than any other college or university in the state for work produced in 2008. The Press Club presented awards in collegiate and professional categories May 2 at its annual banquet in Boise. [more ]

Alumni Profile

Vandal alumnus awarded for soaring "Spirit"
The B-2 Spirit stealth bomber is a marvel of modern aviation engineering. In a world where computer technology changes daily, the B-2 remains a vital piece of the United States' arsenal more than 15 years after the first operational aircraft was delivered.

Its departure from traditional design into a giant flying wing created the need for new technology. The demand that it operate at high velocities at low altitudes - fighting high stresses, dynamic pressures and wind gusts - required new materials, new designs and new computer models. After nearly a decade of hard work, the plane was in the air, and Al Myers '69, '71 played a major role getting it there. [more ]

Honoring Stephen G. Hanks...College of Law Faculty Award of Legal Merit

The College of Law has recognized distinguished alumnus Stephen G. Hanks '78 for outstanding contributions to the legal profession, to economic development of Idaho and to philanthropic causes. He received the College of Law Faculty Award of Legal Merit at commencement ceremonies May 16. [more ]

A Whole New Look

University of Idaho Rewards VISA Card

The University of Idaho Rewards Visa Card is a great way to express your support for the University of Idaho. By using the VISA rewards card, you support student scholarships and Alumni Association programs and services. You'll enjoy the Vandal Visa Card, as well as the many outstanding rewards it can bring you! Apply for yours today!

Deadline for Alumni Award Nominations is August 1
The alumni awards program will accept nominations for 2010 awards and recognition until Aug. 1. The Alumni Awards program began in 1962 and serves as the mechanism to directly recognize and reward deserving alumni, volunteers and University friends.

Our awards include:

Distinguished Idahoan Award - recognizes a living person who has an international or national reputation and has brought distinction to the state of Idaho, the University of Idaho or rendered extraordinary service to one or both.
Alumni Hall of Fame - recognizes living alumni who have achieved national or international distinction by their accomplishments.
Silver & Gold Award - recognizes living alumni who have a distinguished record of achievement and/or service in their specialized area of endeavor, thus bringing honor and recognition to the University.
Jim Lyle Award - recognizes living individuals or couples who have shown long-term dedication and service to the University and/or the Alumni Association through volunteerism.

Check out the process and protocol here . Or phone (208) 885-5106 for details or specifics.