Alumni & Friends - Alumni Newsletter, October 2004

*UIW Named Best Value by Consumer's Digest
*St Anthony's Catholic High School Hurricane Benefit
*Alamo Travel Group Hosts Cruise Night
*Lunch Bunch Enjoys Special Program
*UIW No. 1 In National Soccer Poll & Notice
*McCracken Alumni Referral Scholarship [MARS]
* Verbum Newsletter Available
*Free Personal Planning Session Available
*UIW To Celebrate Heritage Day
*Hispanic Heritage Month Continues
*Phonathons for Annual Fund Begin
*Nursing Lecture & Poster Presentations for October 12 th
*ADCaP Alumni Gathering with Family on November 20 th
*Notes for Alumni/ae
*Travel Tours Need Alumni Help
*Wordsworth Book Club Fall Reading List
*Annual Memorial Mass Set for November 14 th
*UIW Credit Card Available
*UIW Pins by Zelime Matthews

UIW NAMED A BEST VALUE BY CONSUMER'S DIGEST

The University of the Incarnate Word has been named the sixth best value for private school higher education in the United States, according to Consumer's Digest. UIW is one of only two Texas schools named to the "Best Values for Private Colleges and Universities" list, which evaluates schools based on academic excellence and the cost of attending. With its sixth-place ranking and a value-index score of 94.7, Incarnate Word was the highest-ranked Texas school in both the public and private categories.

The Consumer's Digest rankings began by determining a value-index score, which was derived by factoring academic excellence (standardized test scores, high-school rank and GPA of entering freshmen) with the educational quality offered by each institution (student-to-faculty ratio, graduation rate, percentage of faculty holding terminal degrees). The value-index score and the estimated attendance costs, including tuition, required fees, and average room and board, were then analyzed to determine what schools offered "the most academic value per dollar," according to Consumer's Digest. The rankings do not consider financial aid assistance, which makes the cost of attending Incarnate Word even more accessible. UIW's generous financial aid program awards assistance to more than 80 percent of its students.

UIW was the highest ranked Texas private school, beating Rice University, which was listed at no. 9. In addition, three Texas schools made the Public Colleges List: UT-Austin at no. 36, Texas A&M at no. 44, and UT-Dallas at no. 50.

HURRICANE VICTIMS BENEFIT

St. Anthony Catholic High School is having a rummage sale to benefit the hurricane victims on October 2, 2004 in the gym from 9-1. The drop off is October 1st from 9-3.

ALAMO TRAVEL CRUISE NIGHT OCTOBER 13 th

The Alamo Travel Group - American Express and
The University of the Incarnate Word Alumni Association

cordially invite you to a
Cruise Night Reception
at the UIW Sky Room
Wednesday, October 13, 2004
7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.

Learn about the best cruise opportunities for 2005 and a chance to win a cruise for two.

The Alamo Travel Group will donate 1.5% of the total value of travel vacations purchased by UIW

Alumni Friends and Members to the Alumni Fund.

your booking code is IW101304

R.S.V.P. by October 1, 2004

at atgvacations@alamotravel.com

Please bring your invitation, as admission is by invitation only

Please note that to RSVP it is : atgvacations@alamotravel.com

This is their website: http://www.alamotravel.com/index.html

ALUMNI LUNCH BUNCH ENJOYS SPECIAL PROGRAM

A huge and special thanks go out to Shirlie Kaats, '56, her husband, Gil, and their whole family for making the luncheon September 13 th at the Old San Francisco Steak House so very special. The theme of saluting those who have served out nation and a remembrance of 9/11 was carried out to the last detail in a powerpoint presentation, displays, and table decorations. Shirlie arranged for a special surprise with a performance by family friend Clifton Jansky, 2002 Christian country music male vocalist of the year.

Shirlie reminded one and all that these annual September gatherings are social only, and to get on the invitation list all you need to do is ask.

UIW No. 1 IN NATIONAL SOCCER POLL

For the first time in its five-plus-year NCAA history, the University of the Incarnate Word has a team ranked number one in a national poll. In the rankings announced today (September 14) by the National Soccer Coaches Association of America, the Cardinals men's team climbed to the top spot based on their 3-0-0 record last week and on their perfect 5-0-0 mark for the season. "Being number one has been a goal of ours over the past two years," Coach Dennis Currier said. "It truly is a tribute to all the hard work by our athletes and it's a good feeling to be recognized in this manner because very few teams get to this level."

In the previous poll, UIW was number four. In the final week of September of 2003, Incarnate Word was third in the national listing for its highest ranking ever. UIW finished the 2003 season as the number 10-ranked team. Over the past seven days leading up to the current vote, the Cardinals were overpowering in winning three games against Southwest Soccer Conference opponents. In the three wins, UIW scored 17 goals while allowing just three.

ALUMNI NOTE: ***I wanted to let our alumni know about our upcoming spirit weekend (October 8-9). FREE. We are planning a pep rally on Friday night, with the presentation of the persons competing to be on the Royal Court. There is a softball/baseball tournament [intramural] on Saturday from 10 a.m. - 5 p.m., a tailgate party from 5-7, and a soccer game at 7 p.m [UIW vs St Mary's]. During the soccer game half time, we hope to announce the King, Queen and Royal Court. This year, our focus is on increasing school spirit and support of athletic programs. ALUMNI AND FRIENDS MORE THAN WELCOME. From Alumna Angela McPherson Williams, Ph.D. UIW Director, Student Center and Leadership Activities

McCRACKEN ALUMNI REFERRAL SCHOLARSHIP [MARS] FOR 2005

The Admissions Office will be sending out MARS alumni referral vouchers for use in the FALL OF 2005. This is the link for information on MARS and the nomination form. http://www.uiw.edu/alumni/mars.html

The procedure is slightly different but the premise is the same: if you help recruit a new, first time freshman or transfer student to UIW for the fall of 2005 you will be able to secure a $1,000 voucher for that student to help pay for tuition and fees when they actually register. Only one incoming student per alumnus/a per year. BUT PLEASE NOTE THAT THE DEADLINE FOR NOMINATIONS FOR THE FALL OF 2005 IS FEBRUARY 1, 2005.

AND YOU CAN HELP THE ADMISSIONS OFFICE AS A VOLUNTEER

http://www.uiw.edu/admissions/alumvolapp.html

VERBUM NEWSLETTER AVAILABLE

UIW has an estate and financial planning newsletter called Verbum which is mailed quarterly free of charge. Issues offer suggestions and hints on retirement planning, wills and estates, trusts, insurance and other topics. There is no charge. To get on the mailing list contact dick McCracken at dickm@universe.uiwtx.edu

FREE PERSONAL PLANNING SESSION ON OCTOBER 23rd

A PERSONAL PLANNING SESSION for alumni/ae and friends will be held on Saturday morning, October 23, 2004 beginning at 10:00 a.m. in Brackenridge Villa on the university campus. Martin F. Vasquez and Stanley Goldman, LUTCF of the Northwestern Mutual Financial Network will conduction the session which will finish before noon. Mr. Vasquez is the husband of alumna Sonia Vasquez, MA '03. There will be no charge for the session and light refreshments will be served.

Martin indicated that there will be plenty of food for thought for recent graduates. "As life changes personal circumstances, goals and needs change right along with it. These changes may affect your dreams such as retirement and children's college education. Either way, it is important to review how life's changes may affect your personal plan and future needs."

The session will cover a wide range of topics and is open to alumni/ae and friends of all ages. While the session is free please reserve a space by calling 210 829-6014 or by email to dickm@universe.uiwtx.edu

UIW HERITAGE DAY OCTOBER 13 th

UIW Heritage Day is an annual tradition and those who are in the area are invited to take part in any or all events. There will be other events during the month on the heritage theme. Wherever you are on October 13 th reflect on our heritage, and remember that as a former student or friend you are part of that heritage.

October 13, 2004

8:15 a.m. Opening ceremony prayer service at the graves of Sisters Madeline and Pierre, CCVI in the CCVI Cemetery.

9:30 -11:00 a.m. Tour of the CCVI Archives. [basement of the Motherhouse Chapel.]

Noon Mass Honoring Employees at the Grotto [weather permitting].

3:00 p.m. Employee Recognition Ceremony for years of service. Motherhouse Chapel.

4:00 p.m. Reception at Brackenridge Villa.

Heritage Bulletin Boards on display all day.

Texas Tejano Events Calendar

(all events are subject to change)

September 29: 6:30-8:00pm - lecture on Tejano history during the early 1850s by Gilberto Hinojosa

October 6: 6:30-8:00pm - lecture on Tejano history of the 1860s through the 20 th Century by Hector Perez

October 13: 6:30-8:00pm - lecture on Tejano pioneers by President and Founder of Texas Tejano.com Rudi R. Rodriguez

October 13: - Awards Reception for Essay, Poster and Coloring Book contests

October 2: 9:30 am-noon - tour of San Jose Mission and San Fernando Cathedral with Gilberto Hinojosa

October 20: 6:30-8:00pm - Juanita Luna Lawhn's PowerPoint presentation on the Laundry Strike in San Antonio, Texas

*All lectures will be held in the J.E. & L.E. Mabee Library Auditorium from 6:30-8pm, with a question and answer period following the lecture.

PHONATHONS FOR 2004-2005

The new school year is underway, with record enrollments, and the university and the two high schools are beginning the annual Phonathons in support of the Annual Fund for fiscal year 2005. Gifts received in response to the pre-call letters is well over $13,000, a wonderful start. We appreciate your continued support, and we hope you will continue to respond to this appeal when a student calls you. The cost of education in the private sector is always rising despite our careful and prudent use of resources. The annual fund impacts students directly and they need you more than ever. Please be as generous as you possibly can. The university advancement team will be making calls throughout the year and the two high schools will schedule periods of intensive calls by volunteers this fall. After that our advancement team students will follow up on alumni/ae who could not be reached during this intensified calling period.

This year Patrick Greener is coordinating the efforts of all three Phonathons, and we trust that whatever and whenever you pledge can be completed before the end of the fiscal year on May 31, 2005.

Please remember that this year is the 100 th anniversary of St Anthony Catholic High School. UIW and IWHS will celebrate their 125 th anniversary in 2006.

greener@universe.uiwtx.edu Patrick Greener, Coordinator

IWHS@universe.uiwtx.edu Cybele Bolado, IWHS

dickm@universe.uiwtx.edu Dick McCracken, Dean

SPECIAL NOTICE TO UIW NURSING ALUMNI

This annual nursing event will begin on Tuesday, October 12, 2004 , at 6:00 p.m. with refreshments and the poster presentations.

The Sister Charles Marie Frank Lecture will begin at 7:00 p.m. and will be delivered by Dr. Connie Vance, a national expert in mentoring. Her topic will be 'The ABCs of Mentoring: How we Keep Nurses in the Profession.'

All events will be in the Grossman International Conference Center at the corner of Hildebrand and US 281, first floor. Refreshments and the poster sessions will be in the conference hall and the lecture in the Lecture Hall on the same level.

CEUs available and no fee for this.

Don't miss it if you are anywhere near San Antonio. If you need more information contact Jennifer Cook at cook@universe.uiwtx.edu

THE UNIVERSITY OF THE INCARNATE WORD
Sr. Charles Marie Frank Lecture
October 12, 2004 - 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.
UIW Grossman Center
Sponsored by
Delta Alpha Chapter at Large
Sigma Theta Tau International
University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio
University of the Incarnate Word

ADCaP FALL GATHERING FOR THE FAMILY

Following on the success of last fall's successful ADCaP alumni gathering in San Antonio, this year the focus will expand to the immediate families of ADCaP alumni. This year's event will be tied to the ever popular Light the Way Ceremony on Saturday, November 20, 2004 with an opportunity for ADCaP alumni and families, faculty and staff to gather for a social before the tradition ceremony lighting the thousands of lights on the university campus. The event will begin at 5:30 p.m. in the Marian Hall Ballroom on campus and then move to the nearby McDermott Convocation Center for the lighting ceremony.

Out of town ADCaP alumni are more than welcome to take part. In order to make preparations, please RSVP to the alumni office at 210-829-6014, 1-800-584-5322, or by email to dickm@universe.uiwtx.edu .

NOTES FOR ALUMNI/AE

***My name is Dan Blasini, RN BSN, 2003 alumni of UIW. I am having a huge Nursing program on OCT 21st 2004 in the SKYROOM from 08:30 to 3:30 on Diabetes and Hypertension. I would love to invite all Nursing Alumnae and alumni. Could you help me market it to them the cost is $30.00 for them which includes 2 meals and 6 CEU's for Nurses. I have seats from 150 to 200 people. We will have about 25-30 drug companies giving away free stuff!!!

*** If you want information on the Hispanic MBA Association and the event in San Antonio on October 16 th , you may want to contact alumna Regina Cerna at b_ltonr@yahoo.com

***Our organization, the YoungExecs, is for young professionals 35 and under and provides a variety of programs as monthly luncheons, evening education programs, and community outreach efforts. We've had speakers such as Red McCombs, Charlie Amato, and Nelson Wolff and provide many exciting opportunities for our members. We also have a chapter in Austin and are currently creating chapters in Houston, Dallas & Fort Worth. Our organization is very exciting about building our community's future leaders throughout all of Texas, and hopefully beyond someday.

Feel free to visit our website at www.youngexecs.org to learn more about our organization
Best regards, Ryan Kohnen , YoungExecs, Chairman & Founder Building Relationships, Opportunities, & Leaders (210) 493-8803

GETTING ALUMNI TOURS ON TRACK

The good news is that alumna Angela McCaffrey Notzon of Fuller Travel in San Antonio has agreed to join us in the quest for exciting alumni travel programs, and the sooner the better. Angela has been in the travel business for fifteen years and has a wonderful record of successful tours and happy travelers. Angela is looking for alumni partners willing to share in both the planning and the going! And put on your thinking caps for exciting destinations to celebrate our quasquicentennial [125 th anniversary, folks].

Near or distant destinations are no problem---Angela is interested in excitement, fun and quality. To join in the process email dickm@universe.uiwtx.edu and Angela will be in touch.

WORDSWORTH FALL BOOK READING LIST

October 12 Shirley Hazzard, The Great Fire

October 26 Caryl Phillips, A Distant Shore

November 9 Kent Haruf, Eventide

Meetings will be held from 12:00 to 2:00 p.m. in the Dr. Burton E. Grossman International Conference Center, located on the corner of Hildebrand and Hwy 281. You are invited to bring a brown bag lunch and come at 11:30 a.m. to enjoy your salad or sandwich before the presentation starts. Coffee, tea, and cold drinks will be provided. The fee for participation is $60.00 per semester ($45.00 for senior citizens and students. For more information contact: Lorraine Ewers, Office of Humanities, Arts, and Social Sciences, University of the Incarnate Word, 4301 Broadway, CPO 144, San Antonio, TX 78209. Telephone: 210.829.6070 Email: lewers@universe.uiwtx.edu

ANNUAL MEMORIAL MASS ON NOVEMBER 14, 2004

You can save the postage and email the names you wish to be remembered at the Mass on November 14 th in the Motherhouse Chapel at 11:00 a.m. and throughout the month of November. All alumni, alumnae and friends are invited to participate. This is a slight change from previous years as it is the second Sunday of November which coincides with the regular second Sunday of the month Mass in the Motherhouse Chapel. As is now the custom, the liturgy ends with a procession to the cemetery of the Incarnate Word Sisters for a remembrance with flowers of the deceased CCVIs, followed by a reception in Centennial Hall. Please send the names of alumni, relatives, friends and former teachers to gladysd@universe.uiwtx.edu

UIW CREDIT CARD AVAILABLE

Alumni/ae often ask about the UIW affinity Mastercard available through MBNA. In addition to a personalized UIW credit card, MBNA gives UIW a percentage of all purchases/charges at no extra charge to you. Even if you make a gift on your MBNA card we will still get a percentage as an extra gift.

We receive $1,000 or more a quarter from this program, all designated for the Faculty Development Endowment. For the last quarter it was $947.

To get more information on a card, just call MBNA at 1 800 847 7378 [Mastercard] and refer to source code YH9Q.

INCARNATE WORD PINS STILL AVAILABLE

Proceeds are for the Faculty Development Endowment [to meet a matching grant]

http://www.uiw.edu/alumni/zelime.html

Dick McCracken, Dean of Alumni and Planned Giving dickm@universe.uiwtx.edu
www.uiw.edu

"Help us to Re-found the University for the Future" * This concept is an adaptation of the directions of the Sisters of Charity of the Incarnate Word at their last General Chapter which urges the members to "re-found the Congregation." This means to recapture the original founding spirit of 1869 which included dedication, a spirit of fearless innovation, Jesus' Gospel values of service and courage, all within the context of faith. For the university, this means an examination of our founding core values as they continue to animate our mission in the 21st century.

Alumni Newsletter October 2004

UIW NAMED A BEST VALUE BY CONSUMER'S DIGEST

Alumni Newsletter
October 2004