In addition to our volunteer run booths, the Oyster Bake Committee affords many St. Mary’s University student groups the opportunity to participate in the event and raise money for their organizations. Student groups gain “real world” experience by developing a business plan that includes profit/loss projections, contingency plans and operational details. This year, we will be able to increase the number of participating student groups from 31 to 36. The bottom line… The money raised at Fiesta Oyster Bake stays within our community and University. Realizing this year’s theme, “The World Is Your Oyster,” the Fiesta Oyster Bake Committee invites you to come and make the Bake your own by volunteering or attending the event to experience our enhanced entertainment and enjoy a mouthwatering Chicken on a Stick! Building on last year’s success, we will continue to rotate our stage genres a bit. On Friday, in our amphitheater-type area, located behind the baseball field, we will feature a national recording, Country music star during “family night.” On Saturday, we will continue with our Rock music featuring national, regional and local rock bands. Fiesta Oyster Bake is also a successful event because of the continued support from the
This event would not be possible without the Alumni Relations staff and all of their hard work and dedication, not just during the Bake, but also year round. The staff includes Pete Hansen (’88, ’04), Steve Rosenauer (’92, ’96), Fred Meyer, Andrea Carranco (’06), Norma Garza (’06), Brother Al Gillis and Ernie DeWinne (’70). Our Corporate Sponsors are an amazing and wonderful addition to our Fiesta Oyster Bake family. I encourage you to support our sponsors, such as Silver Eagle Distributors, and all our returning sponsors. This year’s committee has volunteered countless hours to produce a value added experience for our guests. The 2014 Fiesta Oyster Bake Committee is the following: Darrell Stewart (’92), Alumni Association President; Imelda Guzman (’01, ’07), 2015 Chair; Bob Mason (’68), 2016 Chair; Jason Longoria (’00), David Padilla (’01), Mary Almanza (’04, ’06), Paul Gittinger, Alfred Lopez (’86, ’93, ’97), Corinne Vela Zapata (’82), Chris Martinez (’00) , Mike Martinez (’85) and Steve Dziuk (’90). Chairing the Bake has been a dream of mine since I started volunteering at a Chocolate Covered Strawberry booth as an undergraduate. It could not be possible without the love and support of my wife, Melissa, and our baby on the way. It is truly a privilege to serve and give back to a University that has given me so much. Since “The World Is Your Oyster,” come out and celebrate. Viva Fiesta and Viva Oyster Bake!!! Chris Boone (B.B.A. ’01, M.B.A. ‘03) 2014 Fiesta Oyster Bake Chair
Fiesta Oyster Bake Officials: Steve Rosenauer (B.A. ’92, M.A. ’96), Executive Director, Fiesta Oyster Bake/Director, Alumni Relations Fred Meyer, Assistant Director, Fiesta Oyster Bake Christopher R. Boone (B.B.A. ’01, M.B.A. ’03), Alumni Association, 2014 Fiesta Oyster Bake Chair Imelda Guzman (B.B.A. ’01, M.A. ’07), Alumni Association, 2014 Homecoming Oyster Bake Chair Email: alumni@stmarytx.edu Call: (210) 436-3324 or (800) 699-9932; Fax (210) 431-6864 Executive Director: Pete Hansen (B.B.A. ’88, M.P.A. ’04) Editor: Andrea Carranco (B.B.A. ’06), Director, Alumni Events and Communications
Because of our alumni support and volunteer efforts, Fiesta Oyster Bake is not your average run of the mill event. We are unique because the success of the event depends on the support and dedication of more than 7,000 volunteers. Many of our volunteers come back year after year, making this a family tradition and passing the volunteer responsibilities from generation to generation.
St. Mary’s University President, Tom Mengler, J.D., and his executive team. I would also like to thank the student workers, the University’s students, faculty and staff, University Police Department, University Park Neighborhood Association and the Fiesta Commission for their continued support.
One Camino Santa Maria San Antonio, Texas 78228–8504
This year’s Fiesta Oyster Bake will be celebrating its 98th anniversary in a unique style. As Fiesta San Antonio extends to three weekends this year, the 2014 Fiesta Oyster Bake, held on April 11 and 12, will once again be kicking off Fiesta!
AlumNotes is produced by the Office of Alumni Relations and has been reviewed for truth and accuracy. If an error is made, it is without intent and with regret.
New look to St. Mary’s University and new take on Fiesta Oyster Bake
NON–PROFIT ORG. U.S. POSTAGE PAID SAN ANTONIO, TX PERMIT NO. 3226
April 11 & 12, 2014 - First Weekend of Fiesta
SPRING 2014
Save the Date: 2014 Distinguished Alumni Dinner The Distinguished Alumni Award is given each year to those individuals selected by the Awards and Recognition Committee of the Alumni Association.
This year we are recognizing the following individuals:
The 2014 Distinguished Alumni Dinner will be held on Friday, October 10, 2014 at the Omni San Antonio Hotel, 9821 Colonnade Blvd. Tickets may be purchased by contacting the Office of the Alumni Relations at (800) 699-9932 or alumni@stmarytx.edu.
Patrick N. Klasing (B.B.A. 1971) President, TAJ Worldwide, Inc.
Stephen M. Dufilho (M.A. 1969) Investments
Aloys “Al” J. Notzon, III (B.A. 1960) Retired Executive Director/CEO, Alamo Area Council of Governments
Hotel Discount Codes March and April are busy times in San Antonio. If you will be attending either Homecoming Oyster Bake or Fiesta Oyster Bake, visit www.stmarytx.edu/Homecoming
for information on discount hotel rates for St. Mary’s alumni. Be sure you book early!
Find Discounts www.stmarytx.edu/Homecoming
Oyster Bake Event Details When: Where: Tickets:
April 11 and 12, 2014 Campus of St. Mary’s University One-Day Pre Sale: $23 *** Two-Day Pre Sale: $35 *** At The Gate: $25 Children 12 and Under: FREE
***Discounted Pre-Sale tickets are available at HEB beginning March 21, 2014.
www.stmarytx.edu/alumni www.oysterbake.com www.facebook.com/ StMarysUniversityAlumniAssociation Follow us on Twitter @StMUAlumni For more information on Alumni Association events, visit
www.stmarytx.edu/events
2014 Fiesta Oyster Bake The World is Your Oyster
Homecoming 2014 Support Scholarships and You Could Be a Winner!
Homecoming 2014 Activity Schedule Homecoming at St. Mary’s University will be filled with many activities in which all alumni can participate. The Homecoming Committee, chaired by Imelda Guzman (B.B.A. ’01, M.A. ’07), welcomes you back to St. Mary’s University for some exciting events. Friday, March 28, 2014: Heritage Club Reunion (Honoring Class of 1964) St. Mary’s University Campus Movement Studio Alumni Athletics & Convocation Center 4:00 to 6:00 p.m. For more information or to R.S.V.P., please call (210) 431-4311. All Heritage Club members from previous years are encouraged to attend! 16th Annual Engineering Alumni Reunion St. Mary’s University Campus University Center – Conference Room B 6:00 to 9:00 p.m. For more information or to R.S.V.P., contact Dr. Bahman Rezaie at (210) 431-2051 or brezaie@stmarytx.edu. Greek and Student Organization Reunion* Fatso’s Sports Garden 1704 Bandera Road 8:00 p.m. $15 per person Food and beverages will be provided This event is sponsored by the Young Alumni Chapter of San Antonio. *Alumni of any student organization, including student government, fraternity or sorority, academic clubs and athletic teams are invited to this reunion. Saturday, March 29, 2014: Homecoming Mass St. Mary’s University Campus, Our Lady of Guadalupe Chapel 4:30 p.m. 25-Year Reunion (Honoring the Class of 1989) St. Mary’s University Campus Quad Amphitheater 6:00 to 7:00 p.m. For more information or to R.S.V.P., please call (210) 431-4311. Homecoming Oyster Bake Pecan Grove 6:00 to 11:00 p.m. To keep the event private, we ask that you and your guests register at one of our three “entrances” into Pecan Grove. Please note: no pets, with the exception of service animals, are allowed on the St. Mary’s University campus during the Homecoming Oyster Bake.
Message from the Association President Greetings from the Alumni Association! If you attended or received a degree from St. Mary’s University, you are a part of the St. Mary’s family. New programs, facilities and additions to student life are always being implemented to further the excellence of the University. We invite you to stay in touch as you go through life and rest assured we will welcome you with open arms and a smile. I hope you are looking forward to all our spring events! On March 21, the law school will have its annual homecoming and continuing legal education beginning at 8 a.m. On March 29 all are welcome to attend our annual Homecoming Oyster Bake, which begins after the Homecoming Mass. If you live out of town, look for a reception near you, or let us know when you will be visiting San Antonio. It is always great to catch up with fellow alumni! Our Alumni Association is strong, but we always need your support with time, treasure or talent. If you have a job opening or an internship opportunity, please inform the Civic Engagement and Career Development Center to help our students build their resume and skill set. As an alum, you can also seek employment assistance and/or help revising your resume. Volunteering your time at our events is also a way to provide both talent and time. Our biggest fundraiser, Fiesta Oyster Bake, will take place on April 11 & 12, 2014. If you are in the San Antonio
area, please consider volunteering at one of our booths. Thank you to all who volunteer, as it takes 7,000 of us, to make the event happen. The success of Oyster Bake and other fundraising events, such as the Oysters and Pearls Scholarship Gala, are the leading funding source for our scholarship endowment at St. Mary’s University. We are always seeking new sponsors and supporters of our events. Giving annually to the University not only provides funding for our programs, but also looks favorable when applying for grants and increases our alumni participation rate. National publications, such as U.S. News & World Report, consider alumni participation rates when compiling national rankings of all universities. If you have not yet made a gift to St. Mary’s University this year, please consider doing so. My two-year term as President of the Alumni Association ends in August, at which time Jason Longoria (B.A. ’00) will undertake this role. I am proud of the accomplishments we have achieved during my term and acknowledge that nothing could happen without a fine group of interested alumni. I will continue to attend our events, look forward to helping where I can, and will support Jason as we all continue on the path of excellence for the Alumni Association. Thank you alumni, for all that you do, and look for opportunities to help us! Darrell G. Stewart (J.D. ’92) Alumni Association President
Every Gift Makes an Impact The increasing cost of higher education across the country forces students and their families to make tough decisions when they consider pursuing an undergraduate degree. Even though tuition at St. Mary’s is priced below the national average for four-year private institutions, students must expect to make a significant financial commitment. Many students and their families are unable to fund the entire cost of tuition. In fact, 87% of students rely on scholarships and grants for support with tuition. The St. Mary’s University
Annual Scholarship Fund helps students meet the gap between their resources and the cost of the academic excellence St. Mary’s offers. Your contribution ensures our University remains a competitive option in an increasingly crowded higher education landscape. Consider making a gift today to the St. Mary’s University Annual Scholarship Fund. Visit www.stmarytx.edu/giving to make a gift today! Your participation truly has the ability to transform lives. No gift is too small, and every gift makes a difference.
Go Rattlers! For a list of the St. Mary’s University Spring Sports’ schedules, visit www.rattlerathletics.com. You can also follow @StMarysRattlers on Twitter for up-to-date information on St. Mary’s Athletics.
Support Scholarships and You Could Be a Winner! The Sweepstakes for Scholarships program is underway, and Chris Boone (’01, ’03), 2014 Fiesta Oyster Bake Chair, will be picking one lucky winner on Saturday, April 12, to let him or her know that he or she have won $10,000 worth of credit toward the credit card of their choice. That call might go to you, but you can’t win if you don’t play. Please check your mail and enter the Sweepstakes for Scholarships by returning your ticket stubs and suggested donation of $5 per ticket to the Alumni Relations Office. More importantly, your support of the Sweepstakes for Scholarships program enables the Alumni Association to add to their scholarship endowment fund which this year has helped provide scholarship monies to more than 70 current St. Mary’s University students.
Support Undergraduate Research The University sponsors the annual Research Symposium and Creative Activities Exhibition, which gives students an opportunity to participate in undergraduate research and impact the world of science. Presenters at the exhibition display an assortment of projects including scientific investigations, analytical reviews or projects, honors theses, senior projects, engineering projects and original works of art, poetry or writing.
15th Annual Undergraduate Research Symposium & Creative Activities Exhibition St. Mary’s University Campus Auxiliary Gym Alumni Athletics & Convocation Center April 9, 2014 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. Refreshments will be provided For more information, visit www.stmarytx.edu/symposium
Get in the Swing of Things The 29th Annual St. Mary’s Homecoming Golf Tournament Benefitting the St. Mary’s University Men’s Basketball Team Friday, March 28, 2014 Oak Hills Country Club 8 a.m. – Shotgun Start $225 individual player Sponsorship Opportunities Available For more information, contact the St. Mary’s University Athletics Office at (210) 431-5039.
Rattlers Remembered This year at the Homecoming Mass, the University and Alumni Association would like to remember those alumni and members of the University community who have passed away.
Extended Bookstore Hours On Saturday, March 29, you will have the opportunity to add more memorabilia to your St. Mary’s collection. The University Bookstore will be open from 4:00 to 8:00 p.m. The University Bookstore is located on the first floor of the University Center. Go “buy” and show your Rattler pride!
Mark your Calendar: Upcoming Homecoming Oyster Bake Dates
During the Offertory, a Remembrance Book will be presented that will include the names of those who have passed.
Be sure to put these future Homecoming Oyster Bake dates on your calendar:
If you know of an alum or University community member who has passed, and you would like that person to the listed in the Remembrance Book, please send that person’s name to Andrea Carranco at acarranco1@stmarytx.edu.
2015: March 28 2016: April 2 Welcome Home, Alumni!
In addition to our volunteer run booths, the Oyster Bake Committee affords many St. Mary’s University student groups the opportunity to participate in the event and raise money for their organizations. Student groups gain “real world” experience by developing a business plan that includes profit/loss projections, contingency plans and operational details. This year, we will be able to increase the number of participating student groups from 31 to 36. The bottom line… The money raised at Fiesta Oyster Bake stays within our community and University. Realizing this year’s theme, “The World Is Your Oyster,” the Fiesta Oyster Bake Committee invites you to come and make the Bake your own by volunteering or attending the event to experience our enhanced entertainment and enjoy a mouthwatering Chicken on a Stick! Building on last year’s success, we will continue to rotate our stage genres a bit. On Friday, in our amphitheater-type area, located behind the baseball field, we will feature a national recording, Country music star during “family night.” On Saturday, we will continue with our Rock music featuring national, regional and local rock bands. Fiesta Oyster Bake is also a successful event because of the continued support from the
This event would not be possible without the Alumni Relations staff and all of their hard work and dedication, not just during the Bake, but also year round. The staff includes Pete Hansen (’88, ’04), Steve Rosenauer (’92, ’96), Fred Meyer, Andrea Carranco (’06), Norma Garza (’06), Brother Al Gillis and Ernie DeWinne (’70). Our Corporate Sponsors are an amazing and wonderful addition to our Fiesta Oyster Bake family. I encourage you to support our sponsors, such as Silver Eagle Distributors, and all our returning sponsors. This year’s committee has volunteered countless hours to produce a value added experience for our guests. The 2014 Fiesta Oyster Bake Committee is the following: Darrell Stewart (’92), Alumni Association President; Imelda Guzman (’01, ’07), 2015 Chair; Bob Mason (’68), 2016 Chair; Jason Longoria (’00), David Padilla (’01), Mary Almanza (’04, ’06), Paul Gittinger, Alfred Lopez (’86, ’93, ’97), Corinne Vela Zapata (’82), Chris Martinez (’00) , Mike Martinez (’85) and Steve Dziuk (’90). Chairing the Bake has been a dream of mine since I started volunteering at a Chocolate Covered Strawberry booth as an undergraduate. It could not be possible without the love and support of my wife, Melissa, and our baby on the way. It is truly a privilege to serve and give back to a University that has given me so much. Since “The World Is Your Oyster,” come out and celebrate. Viva Fiesta and Viva Oyster Bake!!! Chris Boone (B.B.A. ’01, M.B.A. ‘03) 2014 Fiesta Oyster Bake Chair
Fiesta Oyster Bake Officials: Steve Rosenauer (B.A. ’92, M.A. ’96), Executive Director, Fiesta Oyster Bake/Director, Alumni Relations Fred Meyer, Assistant Director, Fiesta Oyster Bake Christopher R. Boone (B.B.A. ’01, M.B.A. ’03), Alumni Association, 2014 Fiesta Oyster Bake Chair Imelda Guzman (B.B.A. ’01, M.A. ’07), Alumni Association, 2014 Homecoming Oyster Bake Chair Email: alumni@stmarytx.edu Call: (210) 436-3324 or (800) 699-9932; Fax (210) 431-6864 Executive Director: Pete Hansen (B.B.A. ’88, M.P.A. ’04) Editor: Andrea Carranco (B.B.A. ’06), Director, Alumni Events and Communications
Because of our alumni support and volunteer efforts, Fiesta Oyster Bake is not your average run of the mill event. We are unique because the success of the event depends on the support and dedication of more than 7,000 volunteers. Many of our volunteers come back year after year, making this a family tradition and passing the volunteer responsibilities from generation to generation.
St. Mary’s University President, Tom Mengler, J.D., and his executive team. I would also like to thank the student workers, the University’s students, faculty and staff, University Police Department, University Park Neighborhood Association and the Fiesta Commission for their continued support.
One Camino Santa Maria San Antonio, Texas 78228–8504
This year’s Fiesta Oyster Bake will be celebrating its 98th anniversary in a unique style. As Fiesta San Antonio extends to three weekends this year, the 2014 Fiesta Oyster Bake, held on April 11 and 12, will once again be kicking off Fiesta!
AlumNotes is produced by the Office of Alumni Relations and has been reviewed for truth and accuracy. If an error is made, it is without intent and with regret.
New look to St. Mary’s University and new take on Fiesta Oyster Bake
NON–PROFIT ORG. U.S. POSTAGE PAID SAN ANTONIO, TX PERMIT NO. 3226
April 11 & 12, 2014 - First Weekend of Fiesta
SPRING 2014
Save the Date: 2014 Distinguished Alumni Dinner The Distinguished Alumni Award is given each year to those individuals selected by the Awards and Recognition Committee of the Alumni Association.
This year we are recognizing the following individuals:
The 2014 Distinguished Alumni Dinner will be held on Friday, October 10, 2014 at the Omni San Antonio Hotel, 9821 Colonnade Blvd. Tickets may be purchased by contacting the Office of the Alumni Relations at (800) 699-9932 or alumni@stmarytx.edu.
Patrick N. Klasing (B.B.A. 1971) President, TAJ Worldwide, Inc.
Stephen M. Dufilho (M.A. 1969) Investments
Aloys “Al” J. Notzon, III (B.A. 1960) Retired Executive Director/CEO, Alamo Area Council of Governments
Hotel Discount Codes March and April are busy times in San Antonio. If you will be attending either Homecoming Oyster Bake or Fiesta Oyster Bake, visit www.stmarytx.edu/Homecoming
for information on discount hotel rates for St. Mary’s alumni. Be sure you book early!
Find Discounts www.stmarytx.edu/Homecoming
Oyster Bake Event Details When: Where: Tickets:
April 11 and 12, 2014 Campus of St. Mary’s University One-Day Pre Sale: $23 *** Two-Day Pre Sale: $35 *** At The Gate: $25 Children 12 and Under: FREE
***Discounted Pre-Sale tickets are available at HEB beginning March 21, 2014.
www.stmarytx.edu/alumni www.oysterbake.com www.facebook.com/ StMarysUniversityAlumniAssociation Follow us on Twitter @StMUAlumni For more information on Alumni Association events, visit
www.stmarytx.edu/events
2014 Fiesta Oyster Bake The World is Your Oyster
Homecoming 2014 Support Scholarships and You Could Be a Winner!
Homecoming 2014 Activity Schedule Homecoming at St. Mary’s University will be filled with many activities in which all alumni can participate. The Homecoming Committee, chaired by Imelda Guzman (B.B.A. ’01, M.A. ’07), welcomes you back to St. Mary’s University for some exciting events. Friday, March 28, 2014: Heritage Club Reunion (Honoring Class of 1964) St. Mary’s University Campus Movement Studio Alumni Athletics & Convocation Center 4:00 to 6:00 p.m. For more information or to R.S.V.P., please call (210) 431-4311. All Heritage Club members from previous years are encouraged to attend! 16th Annual Engineering Alumni Reunion St. Mary’s University Campus University Center – Conference Room B 6:00 to 9:00 p.m. For more information or to R.S.V.P., contact Dr. Bahman Rezaie at (210) 431-2051 or brezaie@stmarytx.edu. Greek and Student Organization Reunion* Fatso’s Sports Garden 1704 Bandera Road 8:00 p.m. $15 per person Food and beverages will be provided This event is sponsored by the Young Alumni Chapter of San Antonio. *Alumni of any student organization, including student government, fraternity or sorority, academic clubs and athletic teams are invited to this reunion. Saturday, March 29, 2014: Homecoming Mass St. Mary’s University Campus, Our Lady of Guadalupe Chapel 4:30 p.m. 25-Year Reunion (Honoring the Class of 1989) St. Mary’s University Campus Quad Amphitheater 6:00 to 7:00 p.m. For more information or to R.S.V.P., please call (210) 431-4311. Homecoming Oyster Bake Pecan Grove 6:00 to 11:00 p.m. To keep the event private, we ask that you and your guests register at one of our three “entrances” into Pecan Grove. Please note: no pets, with the exception of service animals, are allowed on the St. Mary’s University campus during the Homecoming Oyster Bake.
Message from the Association President Greetings from the Alumni Association! If you attended or received a degree from St. Mary’s University, you are a part of the St. Mary’s family. New programs, facilities and additions to student life are always being implemented to further the excellence of the University. We invite you to stay in touch as you go through life and rest assured we will welcome you with open arms and a smile. I hope you are looking forward to all our spring events! On March 21, the law school will have its annual homecoming and continuing legal education beginning at 8 a.m. On March 29 all are welcome to attend our annual Homecoming Oyster Bake, which begins after the Homecoming Mass. If you live out of town, look for a reception near you, or let us know when you will be visiting San Antonio. It is always great to catch up with fellow alumni! Our Alumni Association is strong, but we always need your support with time, treasure or talent. If you have a job opening or an internship opportunity, please inform the Civic Engagement and Career Development Center to help our students build their resume and skill set. As an alum, you can also seek employment assistance and/or help revising your resume. Volunteering your time at our events is also a way to provide both talent and time. Our biggest fundraiser, Fiesta Oyster Bake, will take place on April 11 & 12, 2014. If you are in the San Antonio
area, please consider volunteering at one of our booths. Thank you to all who volunteer, as it takes 7,000 of us, to make the event happen. The success of Oyster Bake and other fundraising events, such as the Oysters and Pearls Scholarship Gala, are the leading funding source for our scholarship endowment at St. Mary’s University. We are always seeking new sponsors and supporters of our events. Giving annually to the University not only provides funding for our programs, but also looks favorable when applying for grants and increases our alumni participation rate. National publications, such as U.S. News & World Report, consider alumni participation rates when compiling national rankings of all universities. If you have not yet made a gift to St. Mary’s University this year, please consider doing so. My two-year term as President of the Alumni Association ends in August, at which time Jason Longoria (B.A. ’00) will undertake this role. I am proud of the accomplishments we have achieved during my term and acknowledge that nothing could happen without a fine group of interested alumni. I will continue to attend our events, look forward to helping where I can, and will support Jason as we all continue on the path of excellence for the Alumni Association. Thank you alumni, for all that you do, and look for opportunities to help us! Darrell G. Stewart (J.D. ’92) Alumni Association President
Every Gift Makes an Impact The increasing cost of higher education across the country forces students and their families to make tough decisions when they consider pursuing an undergraduate degree. Even though tuition at St. Mary’s is priced below the national average for four-year private institutions, students must expect to make a significant financial commitment. Many students and their families are unable to fund the entire cost of tuition. In fact, 87% of students rely on scholarships and grants for support with tuition. The St. Mary’s University
Annual Scholarship Fund helps students meet the gap between their resources and the cost of the academic excellence St. Mary’s offers. Your contribution ensures our University remains a competitive option in an increasingly crowded higher education landscape. Consider making a gift today to the St. Mary’s University Annual Scholarship Fund. Visit www.stmarytx.edu/giving to make a gift today! Your participation truly has the ability to transform lives. No gift is too small, and every gift makes a difference.
Go Rattlers! For a list of the St. Mary’s University Spring Sports’ schedules, visit www.rattlerathletics.com. You can also follow @StMarysRattlers on Twitter for up-to-date information on St. Mary’s Athletics.
Support Scholarships and You Could Be a Winner! The Sweepstakes for Scholarships program is underway, and Chris Boone (’01, ’03), 2014 Fiesta Oyster Bake Chair, will be picking one lucky winner on Saturday, April 12, to let him or her know that he or she have won $10,000 worth of credit toward the credit card of their choice. That call might go to you, but you can’t win if you don’t play. Please check your mail and enter the Sweepstakes for Scholarships by returning your ticket stubs and suggested donation of $5 per ticket to the Alumni Relations Office. More importantly, your support of the Sweepstakes for Scholarships program enables the Alumni Association to add to their scholarship endowment fund which this year has helped provide scholarship monies to more than 70 current St. Mary’s University students.
Support Undergraduate Research The University sponsors the annual Research Symposium and Creative Activities Exhibition, which gives students an opportunity to participate in undergraduate research and impact the world of science. Presenters at the exhibition display an assortment of projects including scientific investigations, analytical reviews or projects, honors theses, senior projects, engineering projects and original works of art, poetry or writing.
15th Annual Undergraduate Research Symposium & Creative Activities Exhibition St. Mary’s University Campus Auxiliary Gym Alumni Athletics & Convocation Center April 9, 2014 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. Refreshments will be provided For more information, visit www.stmarytx.edu/symposium
Get in the Swing of Things The 29th Annual St. Mary’s Homecoming Golf Tournament Benefitting the St. Mary’s University Men’s Basketball Team Friday, March 28, 2014 Oak Hills Country Club 8 a.m. – Shotgun Start $225 individual player Sponsorship Opportunities Available For more information, contact the St. Mary’s University Athletics Office at (210) 431-5039.
Rattlers Remembered This year at the Homecoming Mass, the University and Alumni Association would like to remember those alumni and members of the University community who have passed away.
Extended Bookstore Hours On Saturday, March 29, you will have the opportunity to add more memorabilia to your St. Mary’s collection. The University Bookstore will be open from 4:00 to 8:00 p.m. The University Bookstore is located on the first floor of the University Center. Go “buy” and show your Rattler pride!
Mark your Calendar: Upcoming Homecoming Oyster Bake Dates
During the Offertory, a Remembrance Book will be presented that will include the names of those who have passed.
Be sure to put these future Homecoming Oyster Bake dates on your calendar:
If you know of an alum or University community member who has passed, and you would like that person to the listed in the Remembrance Book, please send that person’s name to Andrea Carranco at acarranco1@stmarytx.edu.
2015: March 28 2016: April 2 Welcome Home, Alumni!
Homecoming 2014 Activity Schedule Homecoming at St. Mary’s University will be filled with many activities in which all alumni can participate. The Homecoming Committee, chaired by Imelda Guzman (B.B.A. ’01, M.A. ’07), welcomes you back to St. Mary’s University for some exciting events. Friday, March 28, 2014: Heritage Club Reunion (Honoring Class of 1964) St. Mary’s University Campus Movement Studio Alumni Athletics & Convocation Center 4:00 to 6:00 p.m. For more information or to R.S.V.P., please call (210) 431-4311. All Heritage Club members from previous years are encouraged to attend! 16th Annual Engineering Alumni Reunion St. Mary’s University Campus University Center – Conference Room B 6:00 to 9:00 p.m. For more information or to R.S.V.P., contact Dr. Bahman Rezaie at (210) 431-2051 or brezaie@stmarytx.edu. Greek and Student Organization Reunion* Fatso’s Sports Garden 1704 Bandera Road 8:00 p.m. $15 per person Food and beverages will be provided This event is sponsored by the Young Alumni Chapter of San Antonio. *Alumni of any student organization, including student government, fraternity or sorority, academic clubs and athletic teams are invited to this reunion. Saturday, March 29, 2014: Homecoming Mass St. Mary’s University Campus, Our Lady of Guadalupe Chapel 4:30 p.m. 25-Year Reunion (Honoring the Class of 1989) St. Mary’s University Campus Quad Amphitheater 6:00 to 7:00 p.m. For more information or to R.S.V.P., please call (210) 431-4311. Homecoming Oyster Bake Pecan Grove 6:00 to 11:00 p.m. To keep the event private, we ask that you and your guests register at one of our three “entrances” into Pecan Grove. Please note: no pets, with the exception of service animals, are allowed on the St. Mary’s University campus during the Homecoming Oyster Bake.
Message from the Association President Greetings from the Alumni Association! If you attended or received a degree from St. Mary’s University, you are a part of the St. Mary’s family. New programs, facilities and additions to student life are always being implemented to further the excellence of the University. We invite you to stay in touch as you go through life and rest assured we will welcome you with open arms and a smile. I hope you are looking forward to all our spring events! On March 21, the law school will have its annual homecoming and continuing legal education beginning at 8 a.m. On March 29 all are welcome to attend our annual Homecoming Oyster Bake, which begins after the Homecoming Mass. If you live out of town, look for a reception near you, or let us know when you will be visiting San Antonio. It is always great to catch up with fellow alumni! Our Alumni Association is strong, but we always need your support with time, treasure or talent. If you have a job opening or an internship opportunity, please inform the Civic Engagement and Career Development Center to help our students build their resume and skill set. As an alum, you can also seek employment assistance and/or help revising your resume. Volunteering your time at our events is also a way to provide both talent and time. Our biggest fundraiser, Fiesta Oyster Bake, will take place on April 11 & 12, 2014. If you are in the San Antonio
area, please consider volunteering at one of our booths. Thank you to all who volunteer, as it takes 7,000 of us, to make the event happen. The success of Oyster Bake and other fundraising events, such as the Oysters and Pearls Scholarship Gala, are the leading funding source for our scholarship endowment at St. Mary’s University. We are always seeking new sponsors and supporters of our events. Giving annually to the University not only provides funding for our programs, but also looks favorable when applying for grants and increases our alumni participation rate. National publications, such as U.S. News & World Report, consider alumni participation rates when compiling national rankings of all universities. If you have not yet made a gift to St. Mary’s University this year, please consider doing so. My two-year term as President of the Alumni Association ends in August, at which time Jason Longoria (B.A. ’00) will undertake this role. I am proud of the accomplishments we have achieved during my term and acknowledge that nothing could happen without a fine group of interested alumni. I will continue to attend our events, look forward to helping where I can, and will support Jason as we all continue on the path of excellence for the Alumni Association. Thank you alumni, for all that you do, and look for opportunities to help us! Darrell G. Stewart (J.D. ’92) Alumni Association President
Every Gift Makes an Impact The increasing cost of higher education across the country forces students and their families to make tough decisions when they consider pursuing an undergraduate degree. Even though tuition at St. Mary’s is priced below the national average for four-year private institutions, students must expect to make a significant financial commitment. Many students and their families are unable to fund the entire cost of tuition. In fact, 87% of students rely on scholarships and grants for support with tuition. The St. Mary’s University
Annual Scholarship Fund helps students meet the gap between their resources and the cost of the academic excellence St. Mary’s offers. Your contribution ensures our University remains a competitive option in an increasingly crowded higher education landscape. Consider making a gift today to the St. Mary’s University Annual Scholarship Fund. Visit www.stmarytx.edu/giving to make a gift today! Your participation truly has the ability to transform lives. No gift is too small, and every gift makes a difference.
Go Rattlers! For a list of the St. Mary’s University Spring Sports’ schedules, visit www.rattlerathletics.com. You can also follow @StMarysRattlers on Twitter for up-to-date information on St. Mary’s Athletics.
Support Scholarships and You Could Be a Winner! The Sweepstakes for Scholarships program is underway, and Chris Boone (’01, ’03), 2014 Fiesta Oyster Bake Chair, will be picking one lucky winner on Saturday, April 12, to let him or her know that he or she have won $10,000 worth of credit toward the credit card of their choice. That call might go to you, but you can’t win if you don’t play. Please check your mail and enter the Sweepstakes for Scholarships by returning your ticket stubs and suggested donation of $5 per ticket to the Alumni Relations Office. More importantly, your support of the Sweepstakes for Scholarships program enables the Alumni Association to add to their scholarship endowment fund which this year has helped provide scholarship monies to more than 70 current St. Mary’s University students.
Support Undergraduate Research The University sponsors the annual Research Symposium and Creative Activities Exhibition, which gives students an opportunity to participate in undergraduate research and impact the world of science. Presenters at the exhibition display an assortment of projects including scientific investigations, analytical reviews or projects, honors theses, senior projects, engineering projects and original works of art, poetry or writing.
15th Annual Undergraduate Research Symposium & Creative Activities Exhibition St. Mary’s University Campus Auxiliary Gym Alumni Athletics & Convocation Center April 9, 2014 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. Refreshments will be provided For more information, visit www.stmarytx.edu/symposium
Get in the Swing of Things The 29th Annual St. Mary’s Homecoming Golf Tournament Benefitting the St. Mary’s University Men’s Basketball Team Friday, March 28, 2014 Oak Hills Country Club 8 a.m. – Shotgun Start $225 individual player Sponsorship Opportunities Available For more information, contact the St. Mary’s University Athletics Office at (210) 431-5039.
Rattlers Remembered This year at the Homecoming Mass, the University and Alumni Association would like to remember those alumni and members of the University community who have passed away.
Extended Bookstore Hours On Saturday, March 29, you will have the opportunity to add more memorabilia to your St. Mary’s collection. The University Bookstore will be open from 4:00 to 8:00 p.m. The University Bookstore is located on the first floor of the University Center. Go “buy” and show your Rattler pride!
Mark your Calendar: Upcoming Homecoming Oyster Bake Dates
During the Offertory, a Remembrance Book will be presented that will include the names of those who have passed.
Be sure to put these future Homecoming Oyster Bake dates on your calendar:
If you know of an alum or University community member who has passed, and you would like that person to the listed in the Remembrance Book, please send that person’s name to Andrea Carranco at acarranco1@stmarytx.edu.
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In addition to our volunteer run booths, the Oyster Bake Committee affords many St. Mary’s University student groups the opportunity to participate in the event and raise money for their organizations. Student groups gain “real world” experience by developing a business plan that includes profit/loss projections, contingency plans and operational details. This year, we will be able to increase the number of participating student groups from 31 to 36. The bottom line… The money raised at Fiesta Oyster Bake stays within our community and University. Realizing this year’s theme, “The World Is Your Oyster,” the Fiesta Oyster Bake Committee invites you to come and make the Bake your own by volunteering or attending the event to experience our enhanced entertainment and enjoy a mouthwatering Chicken on a Stick! Building on last year’s success, we will continue to rotate our stage genres a bit. On Friday, in our amphitheater-type area, located behind the baseball field, we will feature a national recording, Country music star during “family night.” On Saturday, we will continue with our Rock music featuring national, regional and local rock bands. Fiesta Oyster Bake is also a successful event because of the continued support from the
This event would not be possible without the Alumni Relations staff and all of their hard work and dedication, not just during the Bake, but also year round. The staff includes Pete Hansen (’88, ’04), Steve Rosenauer (’92, ’96), Fred Meyer, Andrea Carranco (’06), Norma Garza (’06), Brother Al Gillis and Ernie DeWinne (’70). Our Corporate Sponsors are an amazing and wonderful addition to our Fiesta Oyster Bake family. I encourage you to support our sponsors, such as Silver Eagle Distributors, and all our returning sponsors. This year’s committee has volunteered countless hours to produce a value added experience for our guests. The 2014 Fiesta Oyster Bake Committee is the following: Darrell Stewart (’92), Alumni Association President; Imelda Guzman (’01, ’07), 2015 Chair; Bob Mason (’68), 2016 Chair; Jason Longoria (’00), David Padilla (’01), Mary Almanza (’04, ’06), Paul Gittinger, Alfred Lopez (’86, ’93, ’97), Corinne Vela Zapata (’82), Chris Martinez (’00) , Mike Martinez (’85) and Steve Dziuk (’90). Chairing the Bake has been a dream of mine since I started volunteering at a Chocolate Covered Strawberry booth as an undergraduate. It could not be possible without the love and support of my wife, Melissa, and our baby on the way. It is truly a privilege to serve and give back to a University that has given me so much. Since “The World Is Your Oyster,” come out and celebrate. Viva Fiesta and Viva Oyster Bake!!! Chris Boone (B.B.A. ’01, M.B.A. ‘03) 2014 Fiesta Oyster Bake Chair
Fiesta Oyster Bake Officials: Steve Rosenauer (B.A. ’92, M.A. ’96), Executive Director, Fiesta Oyster Bake/Director, Alumni Relations Fred Meyer, Assistant Director, Fiesta Oyster Bake Christopher R. Boone (B.B.A. ’01, M.B.A. ’03), Alumni Association, 2014 Fiesta Oyster Bake Chair Imelda Guzman (B.B.A. ’01, M.A. ’07), Alumni Association, 2014 Homecoming Oyster Bake Chair Email: alumni@stmarytx.edu Call: (210) 436-3324 or (800) 699-9932; Fax (210) 431-6864 Executive Director: Pete Hansen (B.B.A. ’88, M.P.A. ’04) Editor: Andrea Carranco (B.B.A. ’06), Director, Alumni Events and Communications
Because of our alumni support and volunteer efforts, Fiesta Oyster Bake is not your average run of the mill event. We are unique because the success of the event depends on the support and dedication of more than 7,000 volunteers. Many of our volunteers come back year after year, making this a family tradition and passing the volunteer responsibilities from generation to generation.
St. Mary’s University President, Tom Mengler, J.D., and his executive team. I would also like to thank the student workers, the University’s students, faculty and staff, University Police Department, University Park Neighborhood Association and the Fiesta Commission for their continued support.
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This year’s Fiesta Oyster Bake will be celebrating its 98th anniversary in a unique style. As Fiesta San Antonio extends to three weekends this year, the 2014 Fiesta Oyster Bake, held on April 11 and 12, will once again be kicking off Fiesta!
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April 11 & 12, 2014 - First Weekend of Fiesta
SPRING 2014
Save the Date: 2014 Distinguished Alumni Dinner The Distinguished Alumni Award is given each year to those individuals selected by the Awards and Recognition Committee of the Alumni Association.
This year we are recognizing the following individuals:
The 2014 Distinguished Alumni Dinner will be held on Friday, October 10, 2014 at the Omni San Antonio Hotel, 9821 Colonnade Blvd. Tickets may be purchased by contacting the Office of the Alumni Relations at (800) 699-9932 or alumni@stmarytx.edu.
Patrick N. Klasing (B.B.A. 1971) President, TAJ Worldwide, Inc.
Stephen M. Dufilho (M.A. 1969) Investments
Aloys “Al” J. Notzon, III (B.A. 1960) Retired Executive Director/CEO, Alamo Area Council of Governments
Hotel Discount Codes March and April are busy times in San Antonio. If you will be attending either Homecoming Oyster Bake or Fiesta Oyster Bake, visit www.stmarytx.edu/Homecoming
for information on discount hotel rates for St. Mary’s alumni. Be sure you book early!
Find Discounts www.stmarytx.edu/Homecoming
Oyster Bake Event Details When: Where: Tickets:
April 11 and 12, 2014 Campus of St. Mary’s University One-Day Pre Sale: $23 *** Two-Day Pre Sale: $35 *** At The Gate: $25 Children 12 and Under: FREE
***Discounted Pre-Sale tickets are available at HEB beginning March 21, 2014.
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2014 Fiesta Oyster Bake The World is Your Oyster
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