Dear University Relations Team:

It is with excitement that I write to share that Julia Sama will assume the role of Campaign Program Director, effective September 17, 2012.  In this role, Julia will work closely with Development, Special Events, OPAC, the Alumni Association and many units throughout campus in nearly all aspects related to the next campaign, including campaign planning/strategy, campaign marketing and communications, Presidential campaign events, campaign volunteer engagement and more.

Julia has been an important leader for Notre Dame for more than 9 years having served as:  Program Director for Continuous Improvement (2011-2012); Leadership Rotation Candidate (2009-2011); Director of the Notre Dame Annual Fund (2006-2009); Assistant Director of the Notre Dame Annual Fund (2005-2006), and Undergraduate Admissions Counselor (2003-2005).   Julia played a critical role in launching the Office of Continuous Improvement, facilitating countless training sessions and most importantly, coaching several project teams to help them deliver meaningful results.   We are fortunate that Julia will bring all of her improvement experience and skills into this new role.   She also brings a great deal of history and knowledge of University Relations and development given her prior experience in leading the various Annual Fund programs (e.g. phone center, matching gifts, reunion giving, direct mail, etc.)

Julia earned her Bachelor of Business Administration (Marketing) from Notre Dame in 2003.   She is also a former member of the Notre Dame Women’s Varsity Rowing Team.

Julia is strategic, creative and among the very best at building internal partnerships.  Please join me in congratulating and welcoming Julia into her new role.

Regards,

Shannon Cullinan

On behalf of Joe Gelchion…

Please join me in congratulating Jennifer Millin as she begins her new position as Assistant Director, Academic Advancement for the Arts.  Jen will be reporting directly to me and working closely with DeBartolo Performing Arts, Snite Museum and Development Office to match needs of benefactors with priorities of the arts.  Jen has diligently worked for the University of Notre Dame since 2006 and in the Office of Development, Arts Advancement since 2007.  She has been one of the “points-of-contact” between donors and all arts at the University for the past five years.  Hard work and dedication to Arts and Letters has prepared Jen well for this new transition.  Her existing relationships with benefactors and the Notre Dame community will only continue to grow.

Jen received her Bachelor of Science in Software Engineering degree from Colorado Technical University.  She married years ago on New Year’s Eve to Tony Millin (Transportation & Logistics Manager for Flakt Woods Group of Niles).  They are blessed with four boys:  Anthony Jr. 16, Collin 14, Dustin 12, and Landon 6.   They take turns attending Notre Dame performing arts and athletic events.  Jen resides in Niles, and most recently the family moved into their dream house on 2 acres.  Her sister, Jamie is a Double Domer (’99 & ’02) and a true embodiment of the Fighting Irish Spirit.   Jen enjoys reading, music and film, plus she and her family volunteer with a variety of area non-profit events and assist older family and friends with their home maintenance.

Congratulations Jen, on your Notre Dame commitment and new role as Assistant Director, Academic Advancement of the Arts!

Chris Walsh and Peggy Jewett are looking for an Administrative Assistant. The PD is posted on the ND employment site, #12426.  Please refer your interest or that of a colleague to the posting, directly to Chris or Peggy, or to Christine DeVore. Thank you.

Our sympathy to Lauren Fox, whose grandfather, Robert Williams, passed away on Sunday, July 22.  He was a graduate of the class of ND  1954.

He was a basketball player for Notre Dame and a lifetime Sorin member.  He founded Peerless Midwest and was responsible for the wells at Notre Dame.  He was a kind and holy man who always had something good to say about everyone.  Services will be Friday, July 27, at St. Monica Catholic Church.  Final arrangements are being made.

Please keep Lauren and her family in your prayers.

Michael Rodio ’12 is away these next few days attending the funeral of his 82 year-old Grandmother Geraldine Thereda Rodio.

Grandma Rodio was quite the lady!   She was her high school’s Valedictorian before embarking on a distinguished teaching career.   I believe Michael received his “smarts” from Grandma Geraldine…

Here’s a link to her obituary.

The funeral is tomorrow at St. Mary of Mt. Carmel Parish Church of St. Joseph’s in Hammonton, PA.

I suspect you’ll see Michael back here in the office on Thursday — please be sure to let him know you’re thinking about his family.

Jim Small

We are thrilled to welcome Clayton Richard Kidder to our family! Named after his two grandfathers, he was born at 8:24 am Saturday.

He is already amazing us, and is truly a gift from God! Big sister Grace and big brother Ben are excited to welcome him home today.

Thank you for your continued friendship and prayers!

All our best,

Micki and Scott Kidder

UNIVERSITY RELATIONS SUMMER CARNIVAL

July 21, 2012

11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.

Stepan Center

The University Relations Summer Carnival is this Saturday.

If you have not done so, please RSVP by 3:00 p.m. this Friday, July 20.

Click on the link below and fill out the form.

http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/6WZLFPD

TO ACCOMMODATE THE DEMAND, WE HAVE EXTENDED THE DEADLINE TO SIGN UP TO ATTEND OUR YEARLY CARNIVAL.

IT WILL BE AT STEPAN CENTER FROM 11:30 – 1:30 P.M. THIS SATURDAY.

WE ARE LOOKING FORWARD TO HAVING IN ATTENDANCE:

University Relations / Public Affairs team members

Camp Mariposa volunteers and kids – they will provide art supplies for kids’ activities, and also baked goods for our fun activities. There will also be a goodwill donation box for the Camp.

Robinson Center kids and volunteers – will assist with games and contests.

Twister Mike – the balloon creator extraordinaire.

Xtreme Fun Party Company – they will provide a dunk tank for dunking your favorite UR colleague, and bouncy house for the kids to enjoy, and a sno-cone machine to ease the Summer heat.

There will also be numerous raffles of donated gifts from Notre Dame Athletics, Hammes Bookstore, and University Food Services.

We are in need of 8 volunteers to staff the dunk tank. One to be dunked, and one to control the crowd. There will be 4 ½ half shifts for the dunk tanks.

Also, any volunteers for set up, and tear down would be very much appreciated. 

Don’t miss your chance to help transform a child’s life! Clean-out your closets and donate camp supplies this week for kids in our community who have been affected by an addicted family member. Gently-used items are fine. Bundle up those towels, children’s clothing, small bottles of shower soap and shampoo, outdoor toys and board games.

Checks are also acceptable and appreciated. The drive runs through Monday, July 23.

Camp Mariposa Indiana is a first-of-its-kind program for children, ages 9-12, affected by an addicted or co-dependent family member. It is a free, traditional, multi-day camp that provides counseling, problem-solving techniques and self-care strategies in a fun environment for children in need. Help make a big difference with your donation.

Thank you!

Elizabeth (Beth) M. Ferlic,  Assistant Director of Stewardship Programs

• ND is a proud sponsor of “On the River” benefitting the Center for the Homeless. As part of our sponsorship we have 15 free tickets available.  If you are interested in attending on August 3 or 4, please contact Jessica Brookshire at brookshire.4@nd.edu.
• For more information on this event, visit www.ontheriverfest.com.

3rdsession features Development’s Augie Freda on guitar and ACE Program Associate John Wibbens on bass (guitar, not the fish).

Come on out!  If you’ve not seen us for a while, we’ve added a lot of new songs.  Our regular female vocalist, Jessie, is out on maternity leave (It’s a GIRL!!), but Donna Williams (from Single Malt Suzy) has been our guest vocalist and she’s great!

Don’t forget to call The Midway Tavern and Dancehall anytime after 5 PM (255-0458) to reserve a table!  Always a good idea!  The Midway has a rich and colorful history dating back to prohibition days!

The Dance Hall will be designated Non-Smoking for the evening.  Only a $5 cover (to pay for the Band’s music lessons).

http://www.3rdsession.com/html/july_21__2012.htm

Hope to see you there!

Augie

Donate camp supplies and help transform a child’s life! Beginning next Monday, July 16, the University Relations Community Service Committee is sponsoring an in-kind donation drive for Camp Mariposa Indiana, so get those pillow cases, sleeping bags, flash lights, and other must-have camp supplies ready. New items only, please.

Camp Mariposa is a Moyer Foundation initiative and first-of-its-kind program for kids, ages 9-12, affected by an addicted or co-dependent family member. It is a free, traditional, multi-day camp that provides counseling, problem-solving techniques and self-care strategies in a fun environment for children in need. Locally, Camp Mariposa has teamed up with Oaklawn Psychiatric Center to run an overnight camp 5 times a year for kids in our community who face these challenges. Visit www.moyerfoundation.org for more information on the camp and on how ND ’87 alumna Karen Phelps Moyer is making a difference in children’s lives through her foundation.

From July 16—July 23, you will find in-kind donation boxes throughout the UR offices, as well as at the UR Carnival on July 21. Please consider making a donation and a difference for these kids in our community, 95% of whom live at or the below the poverty line. A full list of items needed will be posted on donation boxes and sent via email later this week.

Thank you, as always, for your support and for embodying the spirit of Our Lady’s University. For questions, please contact Beth Ferlic at eferlic@nd.edu.

~The University Relations Community Service Committee

Dear colleagues,

I’m thrilled to announce that Shannon Cullinan and Heather Hakanen will be moving offices to Eddy Street Commons!  Effective July 5^th, Shannon will move into the office vacated by Dave Morrissey.  Heather will occupy the workstation immediately around the corner to the north.

This move will offer additional opportunities for collaboration and partnership as we move toward the next campaign.  Please extend a heartfelt welcome upon their arrival to ESC!

Micki L. Kidder,  Associate Vice President

UNIVERSITY RELATIONS SUMMER CARNIVAL

July 21, 2012

11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.

Stepan Center

The University Relations Summer Carnival is just under two weeks away.  If you have not done so, please RSVP by this Friday.

Click on the link below and fill out the form.

http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/6WZLFPD

Volunteers Needed

As in the past, the Events Committee is in need of volunteers to help again at this year’s carnival.  We need help with supervising the dunk tank, making sno cones, supervising childrens’ games, set up, and clean up.  If you would like to lend a hand, please let me know, your help is greatly appreciated!!

Camp Mariposa

As a reminder, this year’s UR Carnival will highlight Camp Mariposa, a Moyer Foundation initiative and first-of-its-kind program that helps children, ages 9-12, affected by an addicted or co-dependent family member. Camp Mariposa is a free, traditional, fun, multi-day camp that provides counseling, emotional support, problem-solving and self-care strategies and a fun environment for children in need.

There will be in-kind donation boxes throughout the UR offices the week leading up to the Carnival, as well as at the Carnival. Please consider making an in-kind donation. Items needed range from pillow cases, to socks, to shampoo, to stuffed animals. A full list of items needed will be posted on donation boxes.

We look forward to seeing you!  Please contact Doug Leyes, Marian Appleton, or Vicki Reeder with any questions.

Sponsored by the University Relations Events Committee

Please join me in welcoming Angela Dennig to the Notre Dame Development team as Administrative Assistant for the West Region.  She will provide administrative support to Erin Jones and Megan Meihaus.  Angela will join the Notre Dame team on July 9, 2012.

Angie received her Bachelor of Arts degree from Indiana University, Bloomington, majoring in German and French.

Angie has most recently provided administrative support to the Center for the Study of Financial Regulations at the University of Notre Dame.  From 1979 to 2008, she served as the international flight coordinator for Delta Airlines.

Angela and her spouse Tim reside in Granger.  Their daughter Jessica resides in Austin, Texas and their son Jamie is employed with the university in the financial aid department.  When Angie has spare time, she enjoys traveling, cooking and entertaining for family and friends.

Please  join me in welcoming Angela to the West Regional Development team!

 

In Notre Dame,

Kevin P. Cannon, Senior Director of Development, West Region

Taylor Packet will join the University Communications Web Team on July 9 as a Web Graphic Designer. Fresh out of school, Taylor showcases a keen talent for design as well as an understanding of web development practices. A native of Dayton, Ohio, her duties will include design/development, client consultation and creative thinking. Please join me in welcoming Taylor to our team. We’re very pleased to have her.

Nick Johnson, Director of Web and Interactive Marketing

I write to share a new University-wide initiative for public recognition on campus. In an effort to ensure consistency and equity for benefactors, the Office of Stewardship Programs will be responsible for all public recognition (walls, plaques, signage, etc.) moving forward. Stewardship will work closely with the University Architect’s Office and building managers to meet all existing and future recognition needs.

For official dedications of buildings and programs, I will work closely with the Office of Special Events to facilitate best-in-class events, taking responsibility for both the public recognition and tokens of appreciation from the University. For smaller events, the point of contact should work closely with me to ensure the proper plaque/signage is obtained.

To learn more about the new policy and procedures for public recognition, please see the document attached to your email on this topic. We look forward to partnering with you on recognition in the future.

In Notre Dame,

Katherine Lane, Director of Stewardship Programs

We announce the opening of a Sr. Administrative Assistant position within University Relations. This position will provide executive level administrative support to:

• Matt Storin, Chief Communications Executive (start date July 9)
• Dennis Brown, Assistant Vice President for Public Information and Communication
• Matt Simpson, Business Manager

A preferred internal candidate has been identified. If you are interested in applying for this position, please contact Melanie Davis by Friday, July 6.