Talk
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WINTER 2009
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PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE
Welcome to a new year and the exciting possibilities that 2009 has in store for you. I have fond memories of the accomplishments that our organization achieved last year as we celebrated 40 years of commitment to Chapman University. The final event of our year long anniversary occurred in November at our Lunch at the Forum meeting. Chapman University President, Dr. James L. Doti, was honored by Town & Gown for the outstanding and committed leadership that he has provided Chapman University for the last 34 years. He has served as President of the university for the past sixteen years. A special anniversary committee under the leadership of Norma Lineberger come on your behalf to prepare a special art piece which reflected the huge accomplishments which we have witnessed during the years of his leadership as president. The beautiful art piece shows 17 busts. Each of these busts represents an Endowed Chair for the school. Additionally, the changes to the campus during these last years is honored by showing the new buildings and renovated buildings which makes Chapman University an exceptional place where students can receive the quality education that Chapman is known for. I do not remember another time when President Doti was momentarily speechless. He has asked me to thank the committed members of Town & Gown for their thoughtfulness and this amazing gift. It now hangs in his office at Chapman University. 2008 is behind us and I look forward to an exciting and challenging year ahead. With the economic spiral which is affecting all of us, your continued support and commitment becomes even more vital. (continued on page 3)
NEW SCHMID COLLEGE OF SCIENCE AT CHAPMAN Town & Gown has occasion for pride in its members Don and Marty, Dick and Patty Schmid for their most recent donation to the University. This gift supports the varied programs that will distinguish the newly named Schmid
College of Science at Chapman. “Don and Dick’s gift will propel Chapman to heights we never imagined,” says Chapman President James L. Doti. “We cannot thank them enough for their generosity and vision.”(continued on page 3)
KALOS ORISATE AND CEAD MILE FAILTE WELCOME TO GREECE AND IRELAND The Greek Heritage Tour is scheduled for Thursday, January 29, when we will receive a warm “good welcome” (Kalos Orisate) at Papa Cristo’s Restaurant and then enjoy a private tour of the beautiful St. Sophia Greek Orthodox church. If you missed the reservation deadline and want to take this trip, please don’t hesitate to call as there may be cancellations and we will be happy to have you join us. Get ready for the “Wearing of the Green” on Saturday, March 14, when we will receive “a hundred thousand welcomes” (Cead Mile Failte) at the St. Patrick’s Day luncheon and show in Pomona. We will enjoy a delicious
Irish Feast including traditional corned beef and cabbage with all the trimmings (or chicken supreme), plus a fabulous dessert. Then we’ll sit back as the performers, including Irish dancers who compete for championship titles in Ireland every year, take us on a musical journey from the United States to Ireland. This promises to be a fun-filled show that will have your toes tapping and your hands clapping for more. Come join us for this, the last trip of the season, and don’t forget to wear something green for they tell us that unusual things may happen if you don’t! – Carol and Carrol Howansky, 2nd VPS, Special Events
President James L. Doti was surprised by Town & Gown’s gift of a photo collage depicting campus developments during his Presidency. T&G President Donna Gladson (l) and Norma Lineberger, special advisor to the president, made the presentation at a recent T & G Luncheon.