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Bulldogs at the Ballgame!
June 6; San Diego. Hang out with coaches Pat Hill and Steve Cleveland, the Fresno State Alumni Association, and fellow alumni at Rock Bottom Brewery for food and fun, then head to Petco Park when the Padres face the Dodgers. For tickets go online or call 278-ALUM (2586).

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!
FSAA chosen as Fresno Magazine's Best of Fresno Charity Recipient!
Nov. 14. When the 'Best of Fresno' join together to be honored, the FSAA will be the recipient of proceeds from the silent auction and ticket sales. We need your help! Volunteer committees have been formed for the silent auction. Call 278-ALUM to see how you can help! VOTE for your 'Best of Fresno' picks! Thank you and Go Dogs!

Check out I AM FRESNO STATE Videos!
Student produced videos connect to current students, alumni, and the community through the popular websites myspace.com and youtube.com.  [Online]

Keep Practicing the
Alma Mater and Fight Song!
Join all Fresno State Bulldogs in singing the Alma Mater and Fight Song! [Download the sheet music to the Alma Mater and Fight Song!] “Thy sons and daughters hail thee great, Our Alma Mater Fresno State!”
[PLAY] Alma Mater  | [PLAY] Fight Song

Pave Your Way and Buy a Brick
Make a lasting impression with a personalized brick for the Commemorative Brick Courtyard at the Smittcamp Alumni House. Priced at $100 and $250 each, all orders include a special brick paperweight! Order a brick online today. Contact Lois May at 278-2761 for information.

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  BULLDOG BUCKS: Benefits of Membership!

Available to FSAA Members:
FSAA members are afforded many Benefits of Membership. Join the FSAA today and enjoy savings on and off campus. Take advantage of the buying-power of 8,750 dues-paying FSAA members! By being a member, not only do you show your Bulldog loyalty, pride, and spirit, but you also support students through scholarships. Membership in the FSAA is priceless! [Online]

FSAA MEMBER DISCOUNTS
Official Fresno State Alumni Merchandise: Available at the Bulldog Shop and the Kennel Bookstore
Show your Bulldog Loyalty and Spirit by wearing your Bulldog Pride. FSAA members save 15% at the Bulldog Shop and at the Kennel Bookstore.

FSAA MEMBER DISCOUNTS
Liberty Mutual Auto & Home Policies
Take advantage of Fresno State’s Group Savings Plus. Save on auto and home insurance policies. | Toll-free: [877] 283-4205. | [Online]

FSAA MEMBER DISCOUNTS
Office Depot Program
Let your FSAA Membership work for you! Save up to 60% on office supplies! Utilize the buying power of 200,000 Fresno State alumni! Valid in 840 locations throughout the United States for both households and businesses. [Online]

ORDER TODAY!
Clubs ~ Gifts ~ Accessories
Order Bulldogs' imprinted clubs, gifts and accessories from Alma Mater Pro Shop. Special items for "Grads & Dads" also available! [Online]

Marsh Affinity Groups
Dental, health and vision insurance polices at specially reduced Fresno State rates. Call toll-free: [888] 560-ALUM. [Online]

15% FSAA MEMBER DISCOUNTS
Get Your Bulldog Gear!
The Kennel Bookstore has increased the FSAA member discount on Fresno State apparel and imprinted items from 10% to 15%! Get you official Fresno State alumni gear just in time for the holidays!

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Become a part of Bulldog Walkway!
Three-time U.S. Olympic Gold Medalist Laura Berg [1998] displays her personalized tile at Bulldog Walkway. Tiles are priced at $1,000, $500 and $250 each. Special thanks to our sponsor Merrill Lynch. Proceeds benefit the FSAA's Student Scholarship Endowment Fund. Place your order today! [Online]. Or call Lois May at 278-2761.

Did you know?
In the past decade, more than $500,000 has been donated by the FSAA to students.

Support students and Fresno State
Join the Fresno State Alumni Association online today!

Fresno native Jodi Miysaki is a sophomore earning a BA degree in Mass Communication and Journalism. She is also a member of the Student Alumni Association. Jodi comes from a Bulldog family, too. Her parents, Rick and Marlene Miysaki, also attended Fresno State. “This FSAA scholarship helps me greatly,” she said. “Thank you for the support.”

Born in Provo, Utah; Jonathan Good recently graduated with his BS degree in Nursing from Fresno State. A member of the campus ROTC, Jonathon plans to begin his career as a U. S. Army nurse. “Thank you for this scholarship,” he said. “I will always remember what the FSAA has done for me.”

Join the Fresno State Alumni Association online today!

25^th Annual Celebration of Wine
June 3, Rancho Vista del Rio. Join representatives from 125 west coast wineries offering tastes to 2,500 wine and food enthusiasts. Proceeds benefit the Vincent E. Petrucci Library, the university's Viticulture and Enology Research Center and the Department of Viticulture and Enology. [Online]

Drum School 2007 at Fresno State
June 18-22, 25-29. Summer Drum School designed for 5th- 12th grade students will be held at the FSU Music building. Go online to get more information.

Ag One Honors Fred Ruiz
June 29, Fresno Convention Center. Fred R. Ruiz, co-founder, chairman and CEO of Ruiz Foods, Inc., will be honored at the Ag One Community Salute Award Dinner. Proceeds benefit the AgOne/Fred R. Ruiz Scholarship Endowment Fund. His children are Fresno State grads— Kimberly Ruiz Beck [1988] and F. Bryce Ruiz [1999]. [Online]

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John Mayer: Continuum Tour
June 6. 485-TIXS.

Keith Urban: Love, Pain, & the Whole Crazy Tour
June 13. 485-TIXS.

2007 Christian Music Awards Featuring: Byron Cage, Carmen Domenic Licciardello, Martha Munizzi, Tye Tribbett
June 15. 485-TIXS.

Chayanne
June 16th. 485-TIXS.

Marco Antonio Solis
June 30. 485-TIXS.

Chris Brown
July 12. 485-TIXS.

Aly and AJ, Corbin Bleu and Drake Bell
July 14. 485-TIXS.

American Idols Live:
July 20. 485-TIXS.

Tim McGraw & Faith Hill:
Soul 2 Soul II Tour
August 7th.

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New York Times Online features 'iamfresnostate.com'
Ten student produced "I am Fresno State" videos connect to students, alumni, and the community through the popular websites myspace.com and youtube.com. The jingle "Fresno State, I Love You So!" is becoming quite popular, too.  [Online]

Felix Perez wins President’s Medal
Felix R. Perez of Fresno, a chemistry major and accomplished researcher who graduated with a 4.0 grade-point average, was named President’s Medalist for California State University Fresno’s Class of 2007. It is the highest honor the university gives to a graduating student. [Online]

Fresno State AFROTC Commissioned 7 new officers
The Air Force ROTC detachment at California State University Fresno  commissioned seven cadets as officers in a ceremony June 1 in the Leon S. and Pete P. Peters Educational Center. [Online] 

Fresno State’s popular sweet corn has made its annual grand entrance
Fresno State’s student-produced sweet corn arrived at the university’s Farm Market at Chestnut and Barstow avenues. The arrival of Fresno State’s sweet corn is one of the most anticipated events of the year, evidenced by roughly 30 phone calls a day for the past several months from campus and community callers. [Online]  

Honorary Doctorate recipients inspire students
Speeches by honorary doctorate recipients Malinda Pennoyer Chouinard and Roy Christopher inspired students at the 96th annual Commencement ceremony at Fresno State. Chouinard is the co-founder of Patagonia sportswear, and Roy Christopher is an eight-time Emmy winner and designer of 17 Academy Award telecasts. [Online]

Fresno State celebrates 2007 Commencement
End of the year activities for the Class of 2007 at California State University took place May 18th at the Save Mart Center. A variety of convocations and celebrations took place throughout the day on campus. Among the milestones of the various events was the University Migrant Services/College Assistance Migrant Program Graduation Celebration, which included more than 100 graduates for the first time in its 20-year history at Fresno State. [Online]

Baseball
June 1-3 NCAA Regionals in San Diego. Fresno State Baseball won the WAC tournament championship! Now they head to regionals for post season play!

Men's Basketball
Coach Steve Cleveland announced the signing of Brandon Webster from Bryan, Texas. Webster is a talented center, and the third recruit added to the team for the upcoming season. Next season looks to be off to a great start!

Women's Basketball
Coach Adrian Wiggins added three solid players to the incoming class of recruits. Latoya Brown, Emma Andrews, and Haley Munro are expected to lead the dogs for the 2007-08 school year. Go Dogs!

NEW DISCOUNT!
Recent Grad Football Tickets on Sale!
Fresno State Alums who have graduated in the last three years can have a chance at a limited amount of season tickets for only $99. Hurry before they sell out! [Online] Call 278-3647 for more information. Go Dogs!

Women's Soccer
Head coach Steve Springthorpe and the Fresno State soccer program announced its 2007 schedule, which consists of two exhibitions and 18 regular season contests. The 2006 WAC Champions will look to defend their title over the course of a year. Good luck ladies!

Softball
Sophomore pitcher Robin Mackin was named to the 2007 ESPN The Magazine Academic All-America Second Team, as well as the District VIII First Team. Congratulations Robin!

Women's Track
June 6-9, NCAA Championships in Sacramento. Fresno State finishes out NCAA competition in 2007 as Mallory Webb and Katie Richardson both qualify for the NCAA Championships in Sacramento. Good luck ladies!


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Donnell Alexander is an author well noted for his personal memoirs. His first book, "Ghetto Celebrity," was released in 2003. His second book is expected to be released winter 2007.

Stewart Asselin [1995] was awarded the "Good Samaritan Hero" award at the 2007 Madera-Fresno Red Cross Heroes Breakfast. He rescued a man and woman involved in a tragic boating accident on Millerton Lake.

Vicki Barbolak [1981] placed first in the "Nick at Nite's Funniest Mom in America 3" contest, cashing in on the $50,000 prize.

Marvin R. Baxter [1963], Associate Justice of the Supreme Court of California, will be the keynote speaker at Southwestern Law School's 92nd Commencement Ceremony.

Paul Bergson [1985] has been appointed senior vice president, agricultural loan officer of Community Business Bank in Stockton.

Malinda Pennoyer Chouinard [1969] received the honorary degree of Doctor of Humane Letters at the Fresno State commencement ceremony in May. Malinda co-founded Patagonia Inc., which revolutionized clothing for mountain climbing.

Roy Christopher [1957] received the honorary degree of Doctor of Fine Arts at the Fresno State commencement ceremony in May. His work has been nominated for Emmy Awards 35 times. He received a Los Angeles Drama Critics Circle Award and two Garland awards for his creative theater-design work. In 2003, he received the Art Directors Guild Lifetime Achievement Award.

Abel Corchado [1989] and his watercolor paintings were featured in an article written by the Merced Sun Star newspaper.

Vince Elizondo [1979] is the director of the Visalia Parks and Recreation Department . He is currently in the progress of finishing the large scale Visalia Riverway Sports Park, which is due to open in August. A new, state-of-the-art aquatics center is also in the works.

John Fendrick [1971] is retiring from the Bakersfield Symphony Orchestra after being with the group since 1970. Fendrick will continue playing jazz with his band, Southside Chicago Seven.

Billy Hemphill Jr. [1998, 2001], and his wife Michelle welcomed their first child Makayla to their family.

Mark Houghton [1989] will take the reins as Manteca's public works director on July 9, replacing longtime administrator Mike Brinton. He currently is a deputy director of public works for Toulumne County.

Ottis Hutchinson [1983] has been installed as the 50th Mission Support Group commander at Schriever Air Force Base, Colorado. As commander, he is responsible for providing security, civil engineering, fire protection, medical response, personnel, contracting, logistics and services support to more than 6,000 Schriever AFB personnel.

Sarah Koligian [1984] has been selected to become the new Superintendent of the Golden Valley Unified School District. She is currently Associate Superintendent of Educational Services in Central Unified.

Floway pumps, and the following Fresno State graduates were featured in the Fresno State student-run newspaper THE COLLEGIAN: Customer Service Representative Reubin Menashian [1970], Senior Application Engineer Steve Pfeifer [1970], Lead Application Engineer John Wright [1970], Senior Applications Engineer Lee Callow [1975], Cost Accounting Manager Barbara Hearnes [1986], Senior Systems Engineer Anthony Desilva [1988], VP of Finance Shari McCoy [1989], Development Engineer Anthony Garcia [1990], Manufacturing Engineer Manager Robert Carroll [1992],  Lead Coordinator Rick Goudy [1996], VP of Engineering Bryan Gudgel [1996], Engineering Manager Khanh Nguyen [1996], Parts and Service Manager Maren Byerlee [1997], Project Engineer Jim Laurenti [1997],  Senior Sales Analyst Susanna Burgess [2003],Project Engineer Devin Hanson [2004], Application Engineering Supervisor Wendy Peppel [2004], Project Engineer Allan Chouang [2005], Mechanical Engineer Jose Ojeda [2006], Project Engineer Barjinder Singh Samra [2006].

Patrick Ogle [1965], who has served as the executive director for the Bulldog Foundation since 1982, will be honored at the annual National Association of Athletics Development Directors.  He spent 17 years in television broadcasting as a sports editor, news anchor, reporter and producer.

Cornelius O'Neill [2007] graduated with a Bachelors of Science in Engineering from California State University, Fresno at the age of 84. University officials say he is one of the university's oldest graduates. O'Neill originally pursued a degree during the 1940's, but his college career was interrupted by WWII. He continued working towards his degree, and he received his at commencement.

Aaron Pisk [2007] graduateded from Fresno State "cum laude" (grade point average of at least 3.5) with university honors as a presidential scholar. His degree is in business administration with a marketing option.

Karina Reynoso [2004] was featured in THE VISALIA-TIMES DELTA for her commentary article on the risks and trials of living uninsured. She earned her B.S. in Child Development.

Jason Rider [2001] was featured in the article titled "One Family's Tradition" published by "The Fresno Bee." Jason was sworn in as a firefighter at Fresno City Hall on April 27th.

Amy Spithorst has been named Teacher of the Year by the Elk Grove Unified School District. Amy teaches agriculture at Florin High School.

Roxanne (Nury) Stephenson [1982] is the newest member the University Advisory Board, a panel of community members who advise the president regarding the improvement and development of the university. She was owner and president of Promac Fabrication and Equipment, and is a member of the board of directors of Vie-Del Company and Madera Enterprises.

Ian Wieland [2007] graduated from the Smittcamp Family Honors College at Fresno State with a grade point average of 3.87 magna cum laude with university honors as a presidential scholar. He double majored in history and political science.

Dan Zahlis [1987], owner of Active Agenda, are leading the way in growing the business world of open-source software.
 

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