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Tiger Tales - January 2023 Issue

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Published January 14, 2023

MLK Service GraphicImagine Change

Thanks to funding from ServeOhio, the Susan Hirt Hagen Center for Civic and Urban Engagement is relaunching the MLK Day of Service on Jan. 16, 2023. The event will feature 50 volunteers gathering supplies to assist community partners in addressing area needs.


Â鶹´«Ã½ Students at TableDeveloping Community Ties

In her new position as the director of reentry for Clark County, Brooke Wagner, former associate professor of sociology and director of the criminology program at Â鶹´«Ã½, is helping to develop community ties by hiring Â鶹´«Ã½ students to work with her in the Clark County Department of Reentry.


Rob Lehner and Pacifique MbaragaLife-Changing Conversation

Alumni connections play a powerful role for Â鶹´«Ã½ and its students’ future success. Rob Lehner ’11 recently connected H.O. Hirt Professor of History Scott Rosenberg with Pacifique Mbaraga, a survivor of the Rwandan genocide, who spoke to students in Rosenberg’s Genocide in Post-Colonial Africa course about his experiences.


Tiger Tank StudentsTiger Tank 2022

Eight students had the opportunity to pitch their entrepreneurial ideas to three guest judges during last month’s Tiger Tank event. Sponsored by the department of business and economics and similar to the hit show Shark Tank, the event gives students the chance to learn, present, and further an idea in a fun and comfortable environment.


Â鶹´«Ã½ Students DancingGotta Dance

Â鶹´«Ã½ has introduced a new Dance Team that combines competition and community, as well as boosts school spirit at campus events. Directed by Christeen Stridsberg, instructor of theatre and dance, this new opportunity allows students with varied interests and passions to also pursue dance.


Having Light LogoSave the Date!

Join us as we celebrate the most ambitious campaign in Â鶹´«Ã½ University history with President Michael Frandsen.

Florida Having Light Campaign Event
Wednesday, Feb. 15, 2023
Red Mesa Cantina, La Florida Room
128 3rd St. S., St. Petersburg, Florida

RSVP here


"Why You" Mock Interview Program

Alumni are invited to connect with students through the Career Services "Why You" Mock Interview Program. Why You provides an opportunity for alumni to serve as mock interviewers for current students, offering feedback and tips to help students prepare for the job search and #LifeAfterWitt. Why You mock interviews will be conducted virtually February 20-21. .


Valentine's Day GraphicPrintable Valentines

Courtesy of the Â鶹´«Ã½ Alumni Association, this year we are celebrating Valentine’s Day with specially designed graphics and printables created by Claudia Rieth '20. Click here to download images for printing or sharing on social media.


#LifeAfterWitt

Wendell LutzMedical physicist, engineer, inventor, and educator Wendell Lutz ’66 recently received the American Society for Radiation Oncology Gold Medal in recognition of the significant impacts his contributions have had in advancing the field.

Read more #LifeAfterWitt stories

Commit To Witt

Save the Date for Our Annual Time of Giving

The planning is already underway for our next Commit to Witt, which will again take place over two days this spring. More information on all the opportunities to give back to Â鶹´«Ã½ on March 14-15 will be forthcoming.


Alumni Business Directory

Alumni are invited to display their business on the NetworkWitt Business Directory. This feature allows alumni to showcase their businesses while also inspiring the Â鶹´«Ã½ community. It’s also a great way for alumni to support Â鶹´«Ã½ alumni-owned businesses. Follow this to join the NetworkWitt community and then click the Business Directory on the Resources tab to share your information.


Opportunity for Engagement

Alumni Association LogoThe Alumni Association Board is seeking interested candidates who are proven leaders, have demonstrated service to the alumni population, are experienced in working in a collaborative environment, and are committed to serving as Â鶹´«Ã½ ambassadors in their communities. Find out more information, and submit a nomination for yourself or a fellow alumnus/a by March 10, 2023.

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