Dreaming of Spring

Hello Fellow Alums -

February has been an exceptionally busy month. The Eureka College Board of Trustees and the Alumni Board both held their winter meetings early in the month along with the College's annual celebration of Founders' Day on February 6. Ronald Reagan's 99th birthday was also celebrated that same weekend. The College hosted a bus trip with Michael Reagan to President Reagan's Birthplace in Tampico and Boyhood Home in Dixon, culminating in a scholarship luncheon at Sauk Valley Community College. Later this month, 20 alumni, trustees, and friends of the College visited southern California on a tour of the USS Ronald Reagan, Reagan Ranch, and Reagan Presidential Library. All this amounts to a very exciting and busy month for the Alumni/Development office. As February draws to a close, I anxiously anticipate the coming of spring with its warmth and beauty - and of course - Alumni Weekend.

Looks like spring will be a busy time as well. It's nice to know that our alma mater is vibrant and bustling with activities and events which bring us together and stirs our EC pride!

Shellie Schwanke

Director of Alumni Relations - Class of '87

Student Profile

Mary Garbett

Class of 2010

A future vet with peanut butter cravings.

Mary's Spotlight >

The 99th Birthday Tour
In the Footsteps of Ronald Reagan
- photos -

February 6, 2010

Ronald Reagan's California
An Insider's View - photos

February 17-21, 2010

Logsdon’s Studs Terkel Project to be featured during Alumni Weekend

Alumni Weekend will feature several activities that will appeal to our alumni, one which is a presentation by Dr. Loren Logsdon, Professor Emeritus of English.
Dr. Logsdon will make a presentation that captures the spirit of Eureka College as it is reflected in a collection of alumni memories. All of the combined stories will weave a rich tapestry of Eureka College memories from the '40s, '50s, and '60s.

Mark your calendars: Alumni Weekend - April 23-25, 2010

Read Dr. Logsdon's Info on the Project>

Michael Zasada Named SLIAC Player of the Week

Eureka College senior forward Michael Zasada (McHenry, Ill./McHenry H.S.) has been named the St. Louis Intercollegiate Athletic Conference Men’s Basketball Player of the Week, according to an announcement from the conference office Monday. The weekly award is Zasada’s second of the season from the SLIAC and third of his career.

Topography of Mountains Topic of Math Lecture at Eureka College

How the topography of mountains can lead to an understanding of mathematics will be the topic of the 56th annual William Thomas Jackson Lecture in Science at
7:30 p.m. March 18 in the Cerf Center at Eureka College.
Learn more>

Writing Family History Topic of EC Presentation

Eureka College English professor Kathy Whitson will present “Uncovering History for the Stories That Matter” at 7:30 p.m. March 2 in the Cerf Center at Eureka College. The free, public presentation will be followed by a reception.
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‘Maroon and Golden Rule’ Service Day to Provide Help for Eureka Residents

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President Arnold and author Craig Shirley

Author and Public Affairs Expert to Discuss Reagan’s Road to White House

Ronald Reagan’s 1980 run to the White House and his victory over incumbent Jimmy Carter will be the topic of a presentation by author Craig Shirley at 7:30 p.m. March 16 in the Cerf Center at Eureka College. Shirley will discuss his 2009 book “Rendezvous with Destiny: Ronald Reagan and the Campaign That Changed America.” A reception and book-signing will follow. Books will be offered for sale for $30 in the college bookstore. Read more >

Alumni Weekend 2010 - April 23-25

Commencement - May 8

Keep checking your alumni website for information as it develops >

Make a Monthly Gift to Eureka College

Want to support your alma mater, but find it difficult to write the check? Make a monthly credit card gift! It is a great way to support EC throughout the year without feeling the financial impact of your gift all at once. Email or call toll-free
877-892-7823 to find out more about monthly giving.

Gifts from loyal alums to the Annual Fund help provide scholarships and financial aid to our students.
Thank you for your support!