SAVE THE DATE! UOG Alumni Mixer, Thursday, Sept. 26

Join us at a UOG Alumni Mixer sponsored by the UOG Office of Development and Alumni Affairs, UOG Alumni Association and Rotaract Club of the Marianas on Thursday, September 26, 6p.m. to 9p.m. at the Triple J Ford showroom. This will be a great opportunity to reconnect with old friends and make new ones too! This event is open to everyone, not just alumni, so bring your friends and colleagues! Tickets are only $15 and it comes with chesa and the chance to win prizes. If you have any questions please contact me at nanalista@uguam.uog.edu or call 735-2586.

2013 University of Guam, Distinguished Alumni Awards

The University of Guam Alumni Association in cooperation with the University of Guam Office of Development and Alumni Affairs is excited to announce that nominations for the 2013 UOG Distinguished Alumni Awards will be accepted from September 3, to September 20, 2013, no later than 4p.m. A total of (5) awards will be given to (1) individual from each of the University’s schools and colleges: (1) College of Liberal Arts & Social Sciences, (1) College of Natural & Applied Sciences, (1) School of Business & Public Administration, (1) School of Education and (1) School of Nursing and Health Sciences.


Awards

All recipients will be recognized at the UOG Alumni Reunion scheduled for November 14, 2013 at the Hilton Guam Resort & Spa from 6p.m. to 9p.m. They will each receive a plaque, a certificate of recognition from the President of the University of Guam; and will be featured in a news release distributed to all local media. Awardees will be featured on the University’s website and social media channels.

Eligibility

Any individual who has graduated earlier than 2008 is eligible to be nominated. The nominee must consent to being included in the selection process.

Nomination Process

Nominations may be submitted by any individual, independently or on behalf of a group or institution. Self-nominations will not be accepted.

Requirements: Submit an official Nomination Form highlighting the nominee's achievements, and explaining how the nominee meets the criteria for the Award.


Submit a CV/resume and two letters of support from individuals familiar with the nominee’s work addressing the eligibility criteria (see below).


Supporting documents: depending on the nominee's field of endeavor, such documents could include notices and reviews of the nominee's work, sample publications, samples of media coverage, personal citations and testimonials, etc.


Nominees will be contacted as soon as the Nomination Form is received. If a nominee cannot be contacted and their consent is not given by September 27, 2013, no later than 4p.m., the individual will not be considered for the award. Upon acceptance of the nomination, nominees may submit specific evidence of their accomplishments in the following areas, limited to five pages.

Judging Criteria

Professional accomplishment in the field: has the nominee attained a high level of distinction and achievement through scholarship, research, teaching, creative contributions to the arts (comprising Humanities, Performing and Fine Arts, Social Sciences and Business) or sciences (comprising Science, Engineering and Health Sciences) and/or service to society? Candidate exhibits a high degree of character and integrity. Civic and University involvement, awareness and concern. Do the nominee's achievements have local, national and/or international significance?

All nomination forms, CV/Resume and two letters of support (due September 20, no later than 4p.m.) and additional nominee evidence (due October 11, no later than 4p.m.) may be transmitted through any of the three methods below. Submissions received after the abovementioned deadlines will not be considered.

Mail to: Norman Analista University of Guam UOG Station Mangilao, Guam 96923 Hand Delivery: President’s Office – ATTN: Norman Analista 2nd Floor, Jesus & Eugenia Leon Guerrero Building University of Guam Email: uogalumniassociation@gmail.com If you have any questions, please contact Eileen Agahan, UOG Alumni Association President at 735-2501 or uogalumniassociation@gmail.com or Norman Analista, Director, Development & Alumni Affairs at 735-2586 or email nanalista@uguam.uog.edu.

CLASS Connections Fall 2013 Newsletter

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Tango Theatres - UOG Triton Business Partner

Tango Theatres is the UOG Triton Business Partner for the month of June. For every purchase of the “Ultimate G” Combo, Tango Theatres will donate $2.50 to the UOG Capital Campaign, which supports the construction of a 21st century University Campus.

The “Ultimate G” Combo is a great value at $12.75 and consists of a hotdog, medium drink, four (4) pieces of Miniature Snickers plus the choice of either a medium popcorn or nachos with cheese.

Tango Theatres operates two locations, the Micronesia Mall Stadium Theatres, which is located on the second floor in the Micronesia Mall Cinema Wing and the Agana Stadium Theatres, which is located on the second floor of the Agana Shopping Center.

Hafa Adai, to all our Alumni and University Citizens! Our 61st Anniversary Founders Day Gala is already next Saturday, 6/8 from 6p.m. to 10p.m., at the Hyatt Regency Guam, Grand Ballroom. The theme of this signature event is “An Evening of Excellence.” Enjoy an outstanding four-course dinner and exciting entertainment. Plus, when you a purchase a ticket, you will automatically be entered into our door prize raffle for the chance to win a roundtrip ticket for one to anywhere in Asia that United Airlines flies! Space is limited – please make arrangements to reserve your seat(s) today by calling Norm Analista at 735-2586. You don’t want to miss this event!

Congratulations Graduates!

UOG Commencement held May 26, 2013

SOE Faculty attend the UOG Commencement exercise in support of their graduates

Congratulations to all 295 UOG graduates and the countless graduates throughout the island! We are proud of you, and we wish you the best! BIBA UOG! BIBA GUAHAN!

G-Factor UOG Alumni Mixer and 61st Anniversary Founders Day Gala

“THE G-FACTOR” UOG ALUMNI MIXER, TOMORROW NIGHT, FRIDAY, MAY 17, 6P-10P, WESTIN RESORT This is the second annual talent showcase we have hosted featuring alumni, current and former students, faculty and staff! Tickets to the event will be sold for $30 each, $25 each for a pair. Our co-chairpersons for this event are Star Mercado (UOG Alumni Association VP/President-Elect) and Irish Olivares, UOG alumna. ------------------- 61st ANNIVERSARY FOUNDERS DAY GALA - SATURDAY, JUNE 8th! Please help us celebrate the University’s rich past and promising future at this year’s Founders Day Gala. It will be held on Saturday, June 8, 6p.m. to 10p.m., at the Hyatt Regency Guam, Grand Ballroom. The theme of this signature event is “An Evening of Excellence.” Enjoy an outstanding four-course dinner and exciting entertainment. Plus, when you a purchase a ticket, you will automatically be entered into our door prize raffle for the chance to win a roundtrip ticket for one to anywhere in Asia that United Airlines flies! Space will be limited – please make arrangements to reserve your seating today!