Ursinus College is the first liberal arts institution in the world to sign the international Okanagan Charter, signifying a holistic commitment to the well-being of people, places, and planet. Two stories in this issue examine how a liberal arts education contributes to a sustainable future.
As a student-athlete, Ursinus Hall-of-Famer Jess Lamina Gray ’08 was an All-American, All-Conference field hockey stalwart. Now, she’s excelling in a different field: farming.
He became Ursinus College’s new Vice President for Enrollment Management in January. He’s passionate about helping students find their path and passion through an undergraduate college experience, and he loves reading, music, and has been known to attend a concert or two. Get to know Mike.
The censorship of books in schools is again making waves across the country, but when you look at what gets challenged and what’s on these lists, you can see the trends and make some inferences as to what is really threatening for those who want to remove certain stories from libraries and schools.
Join us on April 28-29, 2023, for Alumni Weekend! Come back to Collegeville to reminisce with old friends, meet current students, make new memories with your fellow Red, Old Gold, and Black Society alumni, and fall in love with Ursinus all over again.
Registration is LIVE and will be open until Monday, April 10.
Classes 1963, 1968, and 1973: We look forward to honoring you at your milestone reunions. Let’s celebrate all that there is to love about Ursinus at Alumni Weekend together. Questions? Please contact the alumni relations team at ucalumni@ursinus.edu or call 610-409-3585.
Registration is LIVE
Stories, weddings and updates from our Ursinus classmates
Cheryl L. Wager died September 5, 2023.
Cynthia K. Ritter ’06 and Scott M. Lussier were married June 19, 2022. They welcomed a daughter, Isabelle Anne Lussier, on August 4, 2023.
Donald E. Parlee ’55 died March 21, 2024.
Gary McAneney ’87 hosted a reunion of 50 football and Alpha Phi Epsilon alumni at the Trappe Tavern in February.
Gayle K. Byerly, professor emeritus of English, died January 12, 2024.
Ursinus alumni from the 60s through the 90s attended a holiday reception in conjunction with the Voices of Ursinus holiday concert. Pictured: Chuck Fryer ’68, Jeff Jowett ’77, Rosa Abrahams, Andy Davis, Rickie Lee Sands ’68, Jenn Kitner ’91, Lesley Katz ’87, Holly Hubbs, J. Lawrence Geist ’73, Susan Zeager ’68, Rebecca Stackhouse ’72, and Louis Angelo ’73.
“So many fans want to know all about the real mascots.”
Mascots like Gritty, the Phillie Phanatic, and Swoop are ingrained in Philadelphia sports culture and are as recognizable as the teams and players. They are a symbol of fandom and team pride. But for the NFC Champion Philadelphia Eagles, that symbolism extends beyond a costumed caricature. Their two live Eagle mascots are a huge part of the gameday experience, and Ursinus alumna Elisa Tyler ’14 is partially responsible for their care and training.
Ursinus College is bringing Philanthropy Week and #Giving2UCday together into one fun and memorable celebration! Philanthropy Week, which raises awareness about the impact of private philanthropy, will be held from March 27 through 31. It will culminate with #Giving2UCday on Thursday, March 30, when Bears near and far will join together as One Ursinus to support the college’s current students!
Students took part in our traditional Day of Service at five sites across the region.
In addition, and continuing our partnership with the Perkiomen Valley School District, students from the college and PVSD participated together in service activities, lightning talks, and reflection.
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