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359 receive diplomas at Norwich University commencement
MG Martha Rainville, former Adjutant General of the Vermont National Guard, was the honored guest speaker at the University’s 187th commencement ceremony, held May 14, 2006.[more]

Norwich University breaks ground for $25 million campus center project
Forty members of the Norwich community gathered under a tent in front of Harmon Hall Sunday afternoon to take part in a ceremonial groundbreaking for the University's new $25 million campus center, the construction of which officially began May 15.[more]

Norwich honors Cabot family with rededication ceremony
Speaking under the watchful eyes of Alden Partridge, a proud Louis Wellington Cabot recalled his friendship with General Harmon and his time spent as a Norwich Trustee at the Cabot Hall rededication ceremony, which took place on the Engineering, Math and Science Complex green on Thursday, April 27. [more]

Honoring the Greatest Generation
Amelio Cucinelli is proud that his Army issue boots are still as shiny as they were over 60 years ago when he fought to liberate Europe from Nazi tyranny. At 93 years of age, Cucinelli is most certainly one of the Greatest Generation, and on April 28, he and 17 fellow WWII veterans received the highest honor awarded by the French Republic: The Legion of Honor. [more]

Preparing for posterity
With the much anticipated October 20 opening of Norwich University's Sullivan museum and History Center, the Norwich community is banding together to record oral histories, prepare installations and offer items that could find a place in the University's new museum. Recently, General Gordon Sullivan, '59, visited the campus to contribute to the cause. [more]

Theta Chi Fraternity to stage sesquicentennial convention at Norwich University
More than 600 alumni, undergraduate students and guests will visit Norwich University from June 8 to 11 to participate in the 150th Anniversary Convention of Theta Chi Fraternity. A number of the alumnus members who will attend are Norwich University alumni from Vermont, New Hampshire, Massachusetts and Maine.

Division of Architecture and Art awards
Norwich University's Division of Architecture and Art held its Senior Show Opening and Awards Ceremony on Saturday, May 13. [more]

With this ring, I pledge to serve
In a ceremony on May 13 in Cabot Hall, 32 graduating Norwich seniors were accepted into the Order of the Engineer.

Thirty-one nurses recognized at pinning ceremony
Thirty-one BSN candidates received their nurses' caps and pins at a special pinning ceremony on May 13 in Norwich University's White Chapel. [more]

Ninety-eight officers commissioned in Plumley Armory
On Saturday, May 13, 98 Norwich University seniors reported to Plumley Armory in dress uniforms, ready to be addressed as "Cadet" for the last time. [more]

Norwich students receive SGS scholarships
One of the missions of the School of Graduate Studies is to assist alumni in fulfilling their career goals through graduate education. To further this effort, the University awards two types of scholarships to graduating seniors who have been nominated by their division. [more]

Cadets participate in international competition
Three Norwich Cadets participated in the International Competition on the Laws of Armed Conflict in San Remo, Italy, in April. The purpose of the competition is to teach future military leaders the laws of armed conflict and how to apply them in contemporary conditions. As the cadets describe it, it’s a crash course in making split-second decisions in the midst of war. [more]

NU student sets sail on business venture
On May 22, NU Cadet and Business Major Canlin Frost '07 set sail from Cape Cod Mass., destined for Cape Canaveral, Fla. Part of an independent business project to promote Norwich University, the educational benefits of sailing, and his belief that challenge is the essence of growth, Canlin's voyage is sponsored in part by several businesses and companies across the country. Canlin stated that although these sponsorships have played a key role in the funding and success of his project, he would not have been able to accomplish it without broad community support. "In addition to your financial support and donations of equipment, your thoughts and prayers have truly helped to get this project off of the ground and into the water," Canlin said. For those who would like to learn more, visit Canlin's blogsite at: www.norwich.typepad.com/canlin

The Real Deal: Steve Jones '71 and the sale of the MetLife building
In early 2005, The Metropolitan Life Insurance Company went to Stephen G. Jones '71 of Cushman & Wakefield and offered him every real estate broker's dream--the opportunity to manage the sale of its most prized possession: the MetLife Building at 200 Park Avenue. There was just one catch…the deal had to be closed in eleven-and-a-half weeks. [more]

Norwich grad helps keep Iraqi highways safe
CAMP FALLUJAH, Iraq – One recent Norwich graduate proves a fish out of water is not always a bad thing.[more]

General Gordon R. Sullivan inducted into Fort Leavenworth Hall of Fame
Retired Army General and Chairman of the Board of Trustees, Gordon R. Sullivan '59, was inducted into the Fort Leavenworth Hall of Fame on May 2. [more]

For the latest sports news, call the NUEVENTS Hotline:
1-877-683-8368, or check out our Sports News web page at http://www.norwich.edu/athletics

Senior Athletes Recognized by MGAA
Nearly 50 Norwich senior student athletes were recently honored for their accomplishments at the inaugural Senior Athlete Recognition Reception hosted by the Maroon and Gold Athletic Association.

Softball's Delandy named GNAC Player of the Year
Norwich Softball infielder Nikki Delandy (Clearwater, FL) has been named Great Northeast Athletic Conference (GNAC) Player of the Year as voted by the league's coaches. [more]

Norwich soccer players help kick off state-wide leukemia program
Members of the Norwich University Men's and Women's soccer teams joined the Northfield Dynamos Youth Soccer program players and coaches on Howard Field to kick off an innovative fundraising effort to help in the fight against leukemia. [more]

MGAA now available online!
The Maroon and Gold Athletic Association would like to inform all Norwich sports enthusiasts that they can now join the booster fan club(s) of their choice online at www.norwichalumni.org/mgaa

Deputy Commandant Sought
Norwich University is seeking an experienced, dynamic leader with
command experience to fill the position of Deputy Commandant of Cadets. The Deputy Commandant is directly responsible for the mentoring, advising, training and supervision of 1100 college aged students who are members of the Corps of Cadets. For more information on this position, or to apply, visit the NU website at www.norwich.edu/jobs

The Quiet Revolution in Graduate Studies
Norwich University is leading the way in delivery of distance education through its School of Graduate Studies, formerly known as the Online Graduate Programs. [more]

Partridge Society Announces New Levels for Young Alumni, Diamond Donors
Establishes Goals for Norwich Forever! Campaign Norwich wants to recognize those who support the University financially and encourage sustained giving; therefore, at its Spring Board Meeting held in Boston, The Partridge Society Board of Directors approved new levels of giving for two segments of our donors. [more]

Summer Student Sendoffs
With Commencement only three weeks behind us, it may seem early to be thinking about the start of a new school year, but NU Clubs around the country are already planning their Student Sendoffs for later this summer. There will be over 35 Sendoffs, and all alumni, students, parents and friends are invited! Whether it is a backyard barbecue, picnic at a local park, or a dinner celebrating just one returning student, these events are a meaningful way to share your best wishes to the newest class of NU students. To find a Sendoff near you, visit www.norwich.edu/alumni. If you don’t see one listed in your area, call Allison Sultan at 802.485.2308 to find out how you can be a host!

NU Alumni and Club Events Calendar
For more information on these and other events, contact the Alumni Office at 802.485.2100, or email alumni@norwich.edu or visit the online Alumni Events calendar.

June Calendar Highlights
• June 3 - NU Club of Washington, DC Presents NU Alumnus and the Battle of Gettysburg Tour, Gettysburg National Park, Gettysburg, PA

2006 Summer Golf Tournaments
• June 12 NU Club of Boston Golf Tournament, Red Tail Golf Club, Devens, MA
• June 28 Ed Hockenbury Golf Classic, Souhegan Woods Golf Club, Amherst, NH
• July 10 NSB/NU Golf Tournament, Country Club of Vermont, Waterbury, VT
• July 13 Frangos/Abare Golf Tournament hosted by the NU Club of the North Shore, Sheraton Colonial, Wakefield, MA
• August 7 Allen Doyle Norwich Hockey Golf Classic, Lake Morey CC, Fairlee, VT
• Sept 15 Joe Sabol Memorial Golf Tournament, Northfield Country Club, Northfield, VT

Monthly NU Alumni Club Gatherings
· NU Club of DC, first Wednesday of the month, Sine's Irish Pub, Pentagon Row. Special guest President Schneider
· NU Club of Ft Leavenworth, KS, first Thursday of the month, TenPenny Restaurant
· NU Club of Hanscom AFB, last Friday of the month, Hanscom AFB Officers Club

Upcoming events at the Pritzker Military Library in Chicago
The Pritzker Military Library in Chicago has several exciting events planned for the month of May. [learn more]

The University has received word of the deaths of the following individuals. For more information, or to notify the University of a recent passing, please contact kgothard@norwich.edu.

Alumni
· Class of 1927 Montpelier Seminary - Walter W. Goodhue, 98, Annapolis, MD, 04/17/2006
· Class of 1949-Sidney Bell, 85, Newport, VT, 05/04/2006
· Class of 1949-Alfred E. Peloquin, 83, Peoria, AZ, 10/21/2005
· Class of 1953-David M. Emerson, 77, Eagle Creek, OR 04/28/2006
· Class of 1984 VC - Mary F. Albee-Merrihew, 77, Rutland, VT, 10/23/2005

Friends
· Margery J. Adams, 85, widow of Charles S. Adams '40, North Andover, MA, 04/29/2006
· Joyce I. Burgess, 73, Wife of Neil F. Burgess '52, Columbia, CT, 03/13/2006
· Achilio Francesco "Francis" Politi, 95, Northfield, VT, 05/08/2006

The Norwich University Cemetery
There are many for whom "The Hill" is a home away from home, so it is not surprising that some choose Norwich as a final resting place. Known locally as "Dole Farm," the Norwich University Cemetery overlooks the campus and provides a beautiful setting in which to memorialize Norwich graduates, friends of the University, Trustees, Fellows, and other members of the Norwich community.

For more information or to secure a plot, please contact Priscilla Gilbert, Norwich University Cemetery Assn., 158 Harmon Drive, Northfield, VT 05663, 802.485.2742, or pgilbert@Norwich.edu.

The Ernest Harmon Memorial Wall
Inscribed on the wall are the names of alumni, faculty, staff, and friends of Norwich University who have made a significant contribution to the improvement of the institution. The list of names, recorded by year of death, commemorates a commitment to Norwich that has sustained the University in the past and will carry it proudly into the future.

Shop for Norwich University items
From flags to diploma frames, the Norwich Alumni Affairs Office has it all! [more]