Dear Alumnus,
Welcome to the first edition of the Alumni newsletter for the 2007-08 Academic year! We are proud that we have been able to reach over 50% of our Alumni subscribers and hope to continue that success in the future. Let us know what you think; your feedback is welcome.

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A new year, a new journey
The College opened its 213th year with a convocation Tuesday, September 4, that was all about momentum and the "miles to go before we sleep." President Stephen C. Ainlay reflected on some of Union's accomplishments during his inaugural year, and urged the campus community to take on the challenges and opportunities ahead.
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Mandeville celebrates alumni artists
The Mandeville Gallery's alumni exhibit, "ReView: Five Union Alumni," featuring works in a variety of media, runs through Oct. 14.
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Annual Business Campaign kicks off with breakfast for area leaders
The Annual Business Campaign kicked off its scholarship fund Tuesday with a breakfast honoring nearly 50 area business leaders.
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Fall magazine to include new President's Report
The fall 2007 issue of Union College magazine will arrive in November and include the 2006-07 President’s Report to the Community: Innovation, Integration & Inspiration for the 21st Century.
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Special Opportunities for Year-End Giving
Time is running out on special opportunities that may reduce your 2007 taxes. Important information you should know and consider as you plan your year-end giving to Union.
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Alumni in the News |
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David Viniar '76 - the man behind the Goldman Sachs' magic numbers
Financial News Online profiled Viniar, a member of the College's Board of Trustees.
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NBA Hires Attorney Lawrence Pedowitz '69 to Lead Officiating Review
The National Basketball Association hired Lawrence Pedowitz, a partner at New York law firm Wachtell, Lipton, Rosen & Katz, to review the league's policies on gambling and its officiating program.
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Dr. James R. Lawrence '64 is researching how extra heat enhances the development of Category 3 to 5 hurricanes
The University of Houston associate professor has developed a salt-detection instrument for use on the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
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Online Alumni Community
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- Submit class notes
- Update your profile
- Find friends
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Upcoming Events |
October 4, 2007
Social Networking
Union College Club of Philadelphia
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October 6, 2007
Terrace Council Reception
New York, NY
(By invitation only)
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October 12-14, 2007
Homecoming & Family Weekend
Schenectady, NY
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October 16, 2007
Union College Football and Athletics Luncheon
Union College Club of Schenectady
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October 18, 2007
Union College Football and Athletics Luncheon
The Union College Club of New York
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October 20, 2007
Pumpkin Picking
Union College Club of Hartford
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October 27, 2007
A Tour of the Newest Smithsonian Museum: The National Museum of the American Indian
The Union College Alumni Club of D.C.
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