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This spring and summer, ÂÌñÒùÆÞ President Juan Olivarez, Ph.D. will engage
alumni in a series of events throughout the state aimed at spreading the word about
his plans for the College. Designed to communicate with these community members in
an intimate setting, these talks offer alumni communication of and inclusion in these
early stages of vision.
Having offered similar addresses to alumni throughout the country, Olivarez will focus on Michigan's Lakeshore, Traverse City, Grand Rapids and Detroit regions this May, June and July. In particular, the President will discuss what he denotes the "transformational era" of the next five years.
Talking points will include Aquinas' competitive edge as a twenty-first century learning college, breaking down the people, programs and physical and virtual environments that continue to offer students a contemporary experience. Secondly, Olivarez will explain the affordability of Aquinas, through its many scholarships, endowed professorships and funding through support services and financial aid. Lastly, the president will discuss Aquinas' financial sustainability, addressing the growth of its endowment, increased net tuition revenue and overall student demand.
Registration for these events are open to all alumni and friends, and are available online at aquinas.edu/foundation. Tickets are complimentary, but attendees must pre-register. Those who attend will be able to mingle with fellow alumni and community members, and share in the passion and vision of the College's president. Please see below for a detailed list of events.
Friday June 26
Traverse City
President’s Update
5-7:30 p.m.
Mission Table, Library Room (Private Dining)
13512 Peninsula Drive, Traverse City, Michigan
Wednesday, July 15
Detroit
President’s Update
Hosted by Michael P. Smith
5:30-7:30 p.m.
Iroquois Club
Wednesday, July 29
Grand Rapids
President's Update
12-1 p.m. Luncheon
5-7 p.m. Hors-d’œuvre reception
Donnelly Center
Having offered similar addresses to alumni throughout the country, Olivarez will focus on Michigan's Lakeshore, Traverse City, Grand Rapids and Detroit regions this May, June and July. In particular, the President will discuss what he denotes the "transformational era" of the next five years.
Talking points will include Aquinas' competitive edge as a twenty-first century learning college, breaking down the people, programs and physical and virtual environments that continue to offer students a contemporary experience. Secondly, Olivarez will explain the affordability of Aquinas, through its many scholarships, endowed professorships and funding through support services and financial aid. Lastly, the president will discuss Aquinas' financial sustainability, addressing the growth of its endowment, increased net tuition revenue and overall student demand.
Registration for these events are open to all alumni and friends, and are available online at aquinas.edu/foundation. Tickets are complimentary, but attendees must pre-register. Those who attend will be able to mingle with fellow alumni and community members, and share in the passion and vision of the College's president. Please see below for a detailed list of events.
Friday June 26
Traverse City
President’s Update
5-7:30 p.m.
Mission Table, Library Room (Private Dining)
13512 Peninsula Drive, Traverse City, Michigan
Wednesday, July 15
Detroit
President’s Update
Hosted by Michael P. Smith
5:30-7:30 p.m.
Iroquois Club
Wednesday, July 29
Grand Rapids
President's Update
12-1 p.m. Luncheon
5-7 p.m. Hors-d’œuvre reception
Donnelly Center