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Drury Alumni: April e-newsletter
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April 5, 2010
Alumni News: April 2011
Thank You for Answering the Call!
Check out our Drury Phonathon Thank You video at the
following link!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TKACZN7eGA0
“Giving to The Drury Fund is a great opportunity to help a student like me attend Drury. I
wouldn’t be here without my scholarship!”
-Hannah Smith ’12
On behalf of the thousands of Drury students who benefit from your support, thank you for answering
the call during our spring 2011 phonathon! Because of generous alumni like you, over $108,685 in
gifts and pledges were raised that continue to make an outstanding Drury education possible.
Your
support truly does make a difference. Did we miss you this semester? Make your gift
securely online now at http://give.drury.edu.
We love hearing about Alumni who are doing exciting things! Do you
know a Drury Alumnus who would be excellent to spotlight? Please let
us know at alumni@drury.edu and you might be spotlighted on the
Drury Alumni Homepage!
Alumni Spotlights:
Walker Brents III '81
To 1981 alumnus Walker Brents III, the “value of a liberal arts education is perennial.” He embraced his
Drury education and values the new discoveries it yields year after year. Before graduating with a BA in
English and Philosophy, Brents allowed himself to “steep” in great works of literature. He remembers
professors who, acting as mentors, allowed him to seek out and develop his own interests. Education is
“a quest” that constantly unearths new truths and perspectives, according to Brents, and that
experience is invaluable.
Today, Brents lives with his wife in San Francisco. He works as a writer and storyteller; he gives regular
lectures at Bird and Beckett Books & Records—a local San Francisco shop. His fiction appeared in
Amerarcana, a publication produced by that store in 2011, and he has published a book of poetry. To
read entire article, click here.
Jessica Allison '08
Jessica Allison with her brother William Allison, a current Drury student
2008 alumna Jessica Allison says, "My Drury education has provided me with the research, writing, and
critical thinking skills necessary for success in graduate school.” After only three years in the
undergraduate program, Allison graduated from Drury with a BA in History and Contemporary
European Studies.
She participated in many campus organizations, including Mortar Board and Drury Ambassadors. She
received the Judge Warren White Scholarship and was the first recipient of the Dr. Stephen Good
Memorial Scholarship for study abroad. In her last year at Drury, she was named Outstanding Senior
Woman Candidate and Outstanding Senior Woman Candidate in History.
This past fall, Allison received a grant-in-aid to visit the Rockefeller Archive Center in Sleepy Hollow,
New York. To read entire article, click here.
Donor/Recipient Profile
Darline Dill Lounge
Darline Dill began her long history at Drury as the Dean’s secretary in 1957. After two years, she left to
start a family but returned in 1969. Soon, Dill joined the Music Department where she spent 37 years as
a secretary, friend and mom to Drury music students. “I wanted to be an advocate. I wanted to give
them what I would want my kids to have,” Dill says.
1974 alumnus Robert Lynn was one of Dill’s “kids.” He remembers her as a “home base, always there
with assistance and goodies.” She knew how to “keep students in line,” Lynn says, and always
welcomed them into her office. As Dill’s retirement neared, Lynn joined other students and friends in
finding a fitting honor for this special woman.
During Dill’s last year as secretary, students and faculty showed their love by dedicating the lounge in
O’Bannon Hall to Dill, providing students with a place to eat, study and socialize. This dedication, Dill
says, “showed I had a part in their lives. To be honored was beyond words for me.”
Current students make good use of this generous gift. To read entire article, click here.
New York City Alumni Trip
30 alumni and friends headed to New York City for a Drury Alumni trip in December 2010. The first
alumni trip to the Big Apple in over 10 years was a great time for all who signed up. The travelers had
independent time and group fellowship throughout the trip. All participants attended a New York alumni
event with fellow New York alumni the first night. Todd Parnell addressed the group and shared the
exciting things going on at Drury University. You can go to our photo gallery on the Alumni page of the
Drury website to see photos from the trip!
The Alumni and Development office will be offering the trip again so please plan now to join us this
December! We are tentatively planning to offer the trip December 5-8. The cost from Springfield will
be around $1450.00 for each person (double occupancy). $2250.00 for a single traveler. Costs include
airfare, 3 nights lodging, and transfers to and from the airport.
Please contact Brigitte Marrs at bmarrs@drury.edu if you would like to get regular updates on the trip.
An e-mail distribution list will be developed for interested parties. Deposits will be accepted June 1 to
secure your space (1/2 cost) with final payment due August 1. Drury will purchase group tickets to the
2011 Tony Award winning show that you will be able to add on to your package. Call your Drury friends
and let’s plan to have great trip to NYC in 2011!
Campus News
Drury students raise money for Japanese earthquake victims
New nonprofit center, graduate emphasis coming to Drury in 2011
Drury Athletics Icon Dr. Edsel Matthews To Retire On June 1
Drury University to become tobacco-free in 2012
Upcoming Alumni Events:
Drury to Drury Arkansas Kickoff
Featuring President Todd Parnell!
Holiday Inn Convention Center
Thursday, April 7, 2011
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
1500 South 48th Street
Springdale, AR 72762
Contact: Meagan Mitchell
417.873.7352 or mhmitchell@drury.edu
This event is complimentary
Denver Nuggets vs Minnesota Timberwolves Alumni Event
Pepsi Center
Saturday, April 9, 2011
7:00 PM - 9:30 PM
1000 Chopper Circle
Denver, CO 80204
Tickets SOLD OUT!
Contact: Ashley Mayer
417.873.7217 or amayer@drury.edu
Drury to Drury Springfield
President's House - Drury University
Wednesday, April 13, 2011
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
Contact: Meagan Mitchell
417.873.7352 or mhmitchell@drury.edu
Save the Date
The First Annual All Greek Picnic
Saturday, October 1, 2011
11:30 AM – 1:30 PM
In the Fraternity Quad
Plan Now…to Celebrate!
Join the Drury community for our Presidential Appreciation Reception!
To recognize and thank our alumni, graduating seniors, parents, faculty, staff, volunteers and friends!
The reception is Friday, May 13th at the Trustee Science Center on Drury Lane.
Parking available nearby. For questions and to RSVP, please call 417-873-7217 or email
RSVP@drury.edu.
See you there!
For info on more events please click here.
Certificate in Environmental Sustainability Offered to Alumni at
Reduced Rate
Drury University’s Certificate in Environmental Sustainability (CES) offers
working professionals and students an opportunity to develop the KNOWLEDGE
and SKILLS needed to help organizations meet their sustainability goals. By
combining CLASSROOM education, real-world PROJECT development, and
MENTORING from experienced sustainability professionals, the CES
program is professional development designed to immediately enhance
your organization/community’s environmental performance. Drury Alumni will now receive the
current student rate of $1200. To see full information, click here.
Give Back:
Drury relies on your time, talents, and financial support to carry out our mission of helping students
reach their potential. Your gift - no matter what the size - has an immediate impact on our students and
the liberal arts education they receive.
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