| Show Davis Standard Thursday Alumni defy stereotypes OGDEN - One size WEBERSim used to UNWERSriY few decades ago magazine satisfied UPDATE our nation’s desire for great stories and photos The dinner of choice was steak and potatoes And everyone tuned in to “The Ed Sullivan Show” on Sunday nights Today in a society shaped by cable TV Internet shopping and global culture there are options to match every conceit able interest These new opportunities it have taken support organizations such as Weber State University’s Alumni Association into the progressive arena of niche marketing non-prof- Assorted alums For some people the word “alumni” conjures images of middle-age- d sports fans I recently met with a young hip graphic designer who works on “Vista” WSU’s alumni magazine The publication’s design he thought should be conservative and quiet to match the taste of our alumni I asked him to describe our alumni Who did he think they were? After a moment of reflecWSU tion the graduate realized he is part of that group! Conservative and quiet? Yes that describes some of us Middle-aged sports fans? You bet Does that tell the whole story? Not at all n Just consider the of generations and cultures represented by our alumni A few weeks ago graduates visited the Lindquist Alumni Center to pick up their caps and gowns for commencement Diversity can be an abstract concept until you find cross-sectio- to serving the group that loves WSU wants to support higher education and is looking for wavs to connect with fellow’ alumni We’ve designed a full menu of opportunities aiming to offer something for everyone For instance there’s a recent grad who’s holding down two jobs and is a new parent who takes his "junior cat” to WSU athletic events the teacher who finds enrichment by attending Alumni University seminars on history and creative writing the executive who has signed up for our Utah Shakespearean Festival tour this summer and Alumni Campus Abroad trip to the Greek islands in November and the vital group of women nearing retirement who have tapped into our investment group Whether you graduated this month or 50 years ago we want to hear from you We’re open to new ideas! Tell us what educational opportunity or activity would bring you back to Wildcat country Contact Alumni Rela5 tions by calling Jodi Kilcup is executive director of Alumni Relations at Weber Slate day! University Many of these alumni gathered on campus this month for their annual banquet and reunion Dinner conversations cov ever-changi- OGDEN - Weber State University English professor Neila Seshachari was one of five scholars in the nation to present work at the national conference of the Associated Writing Programs in Albany New York Her writings were featured during a special session of the conference which honored Pulitg author William zer Kennedy During the tribute Seshachari presented her paper “Courtesans Stars Wives & Vixens: The Many Faces of Female Power in William Kennedy’s Novels” “Kennedy has nearly reached the status of folk hero in his hometown of Albany His work has put New York’s capital city on the literary map It was an honor to pay tribute to him” she said “Because my paper was so I now have plans to write a book on the same sub- This comprehensive career planning program is designed to be a major contributor in accomplishing this mission” said Diann Davis Davis County "Through this program we are able to personalize education for every student and help him or her find the appropriate resources to develop a career path” she said Both the Davis and Harrison County schools’ programs promote ongoing career planning for all students while also demonstrating an extraordinary level of collaboration between students parents school community business and industry R-- 4 The Planning for life award was first presented in 1994 by the US Army Recruiting Com- mand to recognize exemplary scholastic career planning programs and to underscore the importance of career planning as a g necessity life-lon- SaiJnM j " 1Tr?B5iaifiX5555gga rf 1 j 2 oz RICE or CORN CHEX TSLIGHTLYi DAMAGED 1 Name Brand Supermarket Pi ice SI HIRE COMES THE SUN BULK DOG FOOD ‘ & 16 Open house to honor retiree oi Bar-- 3 lbs Sliced S CHICKEN BOLOGNA AMERICAN CHEESE 16 oz Favorite Approx 6 lbs Tyson WHOLE KERNEL CHICKEN CORN PARTS inas All tspes of repair Complete line replacement canvas lor pop-u- p lent trailers Heavv dutv vvehhmg product Boat covertent repair Custom made covers Trailer and truck covers rm 335553 rCAllOWFORS W And Distribution Inc Prize-winnin- 776-072- STANDARD-EXAMINE- R totii&ASSIFIEDS4mi 0 YELLOW --fl I 8LDGF-- ONIONS WEsrnffiwr C£N1H?Q£ARFEJ) LaRae’s 25 8 oz Pkg (§) $ CELLO J tgeneral’merchandise:: LI Lb MUSHROOMS 16 oz Freeman Fresh Botanicals oz Brylcreem HAIR CONDITIONER Buy one at $129 get one HAIR JDANCE UNLIMITED DRESSING Supermarket Price S3 99 THE FINEST IN DANCE INSTRUCTION I CLASSICAL BALLET: 8 and up JAZZ: All Levels IRISH RIVERDANCE ject” jciit §iraul W SUMMER WORKSHOP Classes Begin June 8th 546-049- 5 Gentile Suite 5 Layton 195 Director: LaRae R Thackeray THE! CAMMED FOOD STORE Adult Ballet & Tap well-receiv- Seshachari also edited “Conversations with William Kennedy” which features 24 selected interviews with the writer from 1969-9- 6 The final entry is an interview she conducted herself in 1996 at Kennedy’s home n for his novel “Ironweed” Kennedy also has authored: “The Ink Truck” “Legs” “O Albany!” and “Billy Phelan’s Greatest Game” “The mission of Davis County Schools is to educate all students as they prepare for a productive life in a changing world Schools' Comprehensive Guidance Counselor s: 626-753- KAYSVILLE - Gail James will be honored at an open house to be held from 4 to 6 pm Wednesday at Mountain High School 490 S 500 East A teacher of business and art James is retiring after 20 years of service at Mountain High School Army-Recruitin- Harrison County R-- 4 School in Gilman City Mo will also receive this prestigious award that is given annually to two schools with superior career planning programs These two school districts were selected ol by “We’re pleased to present this award to Davis County School District It’s the Command's way of thanking career counselors and teachers who are clearly dedicated to providing our children with the tools that will help them be the best they can be” said Brig Gen Robert Wilson He will present the awards on June 26 at the annual ASCA convention in Phoenix Anz Davis County is to receive the prestigious 1999 Planning for Life award in recognition of its exceptional career planning program developed by its educators The US Recruiting command created the recognition program six years ago Since then more than 200 schools in 40 states have submitted applications to receive the award Our association is committed r from 33 entries submitted schools in 21 states County School District was recently recognized by the US Army Recruiting command for its commitment to excellence in education Find your niche Manufactured Repaired Professor presents work at conference - Dais FARMINGTON yourself checking the height and head size of more than 1400 people as you help dress them for one of life's important rituals Alumni volunteers and staff issued regalia to grandmothers parents with toddlers in tow traditional grads and international students (including a group of Buddhist monks from Thailand) Those graduates were headed out the door tow ard their dreams of working as teachers artists paramedics accountants social workers computer programmers and a host of other occupations Some were entering graduate school Others had just completed their associate degrees and were ready to press on toward bachelor’s degrees We were honored to meet each graduate learn of their achievements and offer them free membership for a year in the Alumni Association At the other end of the spectrum we work with a lively group of emeriti alumni who graduated from Weber State 40 years ago or more They have watched their school move from downtown Ogden to its present location and have helped it grow from a junior college into a university Most of them experienced a close-kn- it learning community of several hundred students contrasted with the 14000 students on campus to- high-scho- 269 East 200 South Clearfield Open Daily 9 WE GLADLY am 9 pm -- Sunday ACCEPT ALL MANUFACTURER S COUPONS 10 am 825-730- 8 -- 7 pm AND WELCOME THE UTAH HORIZON CARD He reserve the right In limit quantities and correct typographic or pictorial errors Prices good May 27 - June 2 1999 ! E JSJ Best-know- SERVICE IS OUR MIDDLE 3E Army honors school district ered the gamut including the usual family updates and reminiscing But these folks might surprise you At my table three of the diners were avid motorcyclists - proof our emeriti alumni are just as interested in the future as they are in the past! 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