Build a Life that Matters Vol. 7 | March '11

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ALUMNI VISIONThe Cornerstone UniversityAlumni Association willsupport and partner withalumni through opportunitiesto expand relationships, growas lifelong learners and engagewith the mission of theuniveristy by serving withtheir individual giftedness.

CONNECT Winter Homecoming '11Thank you to all who attended Winter Homecoming 2011! It wasa wonderful time to honor tradition and excellence. On Feb. 10,Coach Kim Elders was honored for 20 years of dedication to themen's basketball team, as well as the five Athletic Hall of HonorInductees, and two Golden Eagle Club Inductees at the WinterHomecoming Banquet. The followingnight we enjoyed three alumni bandsand three student bands battling it outfor a stage at Big Ticket Festival '11.Congratulations to student band Cities

! Saturday was Game Day!and SaintsWith three alumni basketball games inthe morning and an indoor tailgate atnoon the Hansen Center was packedwith energized attendees. After thetailgate, both the women's and men'sGolden Eagles were cheered on as they defeated the Saints ofSiena Heights.

For those who missed it, look forward to next year's WinterHomecoming by from this year.enjoying pictures Alumni Chapel and LuncheonsYou are invited back to campus to enjoy chapel with currentstudents and a complimentary lunch with President Dr. Stowell and Darci Irwin, director of alumni relations. Hear the vision,share your valued thoughts and network with other alumni atour three spring luncheons. 2 : Mar. 23, Apr. 6, Apr. 27011 spring event dates Seats are limited to eight alumni per event so RSVP soon to Karissah

, assitant to alumni relations, or call at 616.222.1439.If youHolmeswould like to turn one of these events into an reuion, !let us know Education Trip to Prague and Brno, Czech Republic

Special invititation to TESOL and Master of Education Alumni to join

Special invititation to TESOL and Master of Education Alumni to joina group of educators on a trip to Prague and Brno, Czech Republic!

This trip presents optimal opportunitiesfor you to use the English language tomake a Kingdom impact. Teaching modelswill utilize innovative methods andtechniques to teach English in courses ledby TESOL/EDU students and alumni. Theitinerary also includes visits to culturalsites of Prague and Brno.

Date: June 17-25, 2011 (optional extended trip: Vienna, Austria)Cost: $2750 (includes pre-trip training sessions)Registration deadline: March 10, 2011 For more information and application, email , PGS academicHeidi Enckservices and program coordinator, or call 616.222.1503. Reunion ToolkitHow do I reconnect with my former roommate? How might I gobeyond Facebook to catch up with friends from my college days? Lookno further! In the next (mid-April) we will reveal the officialAlumni Journal"Reunion Toolkit," including all the tools necessary to developand execute a successful reunion for you and your classmates. Contact n, coordinator of alumni reunions, with questionsKarissa Ryaregarding the toolkit. Alumni JournalThe fourth issue of the will hit mailboxesAlumni Journalmid-April '11. If you haven't beenreceiving the , please Alumni Journals

with us andupdate your informationview .issue 3 online

Kirk Cousins EventCornerstone University and Champions of Character will host“Culture, Competition and Christ” with Michigan State Univ.quarterback, Kirk Cousins. Cousins will share his story of beinga faithful follower of Christ and his opportunity to dailyinfluence his teammates. Afterwards he will participate in a Qand A session before signing autographs.Celebrate one of themost respected student athletes in the country as he is comingoff a tremendous season in leading MSU to a Big 10 FootballChampionship! Where: Bernice Hansen Center, Mol ArenaWhen: 7:30 pm, Mar. 16Address: 1001 E. Beltline Ave NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49525 Chorale trip to Florida

Chorale trip to FloridaCornerstone University's Chorale will be on tour in the state ofFlorida for Spring Break, Mar. 3-14. The 31-voice choir, under thedirection of Dr. Kent Walter, will present concerts in churchs andschools across Florida from Fort Lauderdale to Tampa andJacksonville.If you are an alumni residing in Florida, pleasesupport the choir at one of their concerts. To see more information, view page.Chorale's Facebook Women's Leadership Conference UpdateIn an intimate breakfast gathering for alumnae at the Women’sLeadership Conference, time was spentfellowshipping and sharing storieswith one another, as well as withkeynote speaker andCarol Kentworship leader .Frances Drost Take a look at the alumnae breakfast .pictures Upcoming Events

Commencement 2011Pregancy Resource Center Life WalkBig Ticket FestivalFall Homecoming 2011

CELEBRATE Select the links below to celebrate recent Alumni News. toClick hereshare yours now!

Celebrating QuincerWe are thrilled to announce that the men's dorm Quincer, whichwas converted into facutly offices, is now being resurected onceagain as a men's dorm for next year's incoming freshman! Stay tuned for a reunion open house and way to get involved.

CONTRIBUTE Cornerstone Student FundCornerstone University has a rich heritage of equipping studentswith biblical truths to make an impact in the world for Christ.The Cornerstone Student Fund continues this tradition byproviding a fundamental means of support for the University.The fund offsets the cost of tuition through student scholarships,classroom enhancements, faculty excellence and technologyimprovements. To support the Cornerstone Student Fund go to

.www.cornerstone.edu/give SojournersOur mentoring initiative is desgined to partner local Sojourners alumni with current CU students. We'llconnect you to training and resourcesthat will help make your relationship asuccess. Remember you are blessing acurrent student with your life and your story. For more information contact .Karissah Holmes

Your Story MattersSince graduating from Cornerstone, Christ has shaped your life with a story full of blessings, trials andsurprises, all of which we'd love to hear.We invite you to share your story with us!Your story is our story, and we areeagerly waiting to celebrate you.

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