SMU Catholic News

Thank you 75th Anniversary Committee!

Many thanks to all who gave their time and talent to the 75th Anniversary Committee. The year-long (and then some) slate of festivities did a fabulous job of honoring our past, affirming our present and inspiring all of us for the future. The committee was led by Marie Krebs and made up of Martha Click, Kay Copp, Jessica Donnelli, Mary Hambric, Marybeth Hoesterey, Kathy Korioth, Sheila Levatino, Kelsey McGaw, Ryan Nelson, Barbara Stockton, Amy Styczynski, and Frances Winikates.

Thank yous are also due to Bob and Clare Tullier for the production of a marvelous video; Julia Rooney and all the student musicians who helped create the enjoyable atmosphere at last week's Faith for the Future event, and our hosts for the evening John and Trish Hill.

Bishop-Elect Duca's FINAL Mass at SMU

Picnic WILL BE OUTSIDE PERKINS (again!!)
TONIGHT!
5:00 p.m. at Perkins Chapel
followed by End of the Year picnic and
Farewell to Bishop-elect Duca in Perkins
(rain location: Neuhoff Catholic Center, corner of Airline & University)

Junior Tim Roy, composer of Missa SMU, featured in the Texas Catholic

 

AROUND CAMPUS: Careers in Art Brown Bag

Wednesday, February 27                                       
12:00 Noon to 1:00 PM
Hughes-Trigg Atrium AB

An informal brown bag lunch to hear professionals in the art and arts management industries speak about their experiences and get tips for entering the field. Students should bring their questions and lunch. Sponsored by the Hegi Family Career Development Center.
For more info contact Caryn Statman, statmanc@smu.edu or call 214-768-7304.

AROUND CAMPUS: The Elisa Project

Wednesday, February 27                                     
6:30 PM
Hughes-Trigg Forum

The Elisa Project is a non-profit organization created in memory of SMU student Elisa McCall. The Elisa Project works to increase community awareness, provide support, and educate others about eating disorders. Part of the Encore Series from New Student Programs – visit http://www.smu.edu/newstudent/Encore.asp for additional details.
For more info contact Megan McGillivray, mmcgilli@smu.edu or call 214-768-4427.

AROUND CAMPUS: Islam Awareness Week

February 22-29                                                             
10:00 AM to 2:00 PM daily
Hughes-Trigg Commons

The Muslim Student Association invites you to come learn more about Islam and “Unscrabble Your Assumptions”! Includes a day on Jesus’ position on Islam, and the problem of alcohol and students. Visit http://people.smu.edu/msa/events.html for details on the daily plan of events.
For more info: Ali Hussein Haidar, ahaidar@smu.edu or call 214-415-9967.

AROUND CAMPUS: Blitz Build Sign-Up

Wednesday & Thursday February 20-21                           
10:00 AM to 4:00 PM both days
Hughes-Trigg West Bridge
Stop by the Habitat for Humanity table and sign up to volunteer, buy a t-shirt, donate to the “change-for-change” drive, and find out more about how you can become more involved with the SMU Habitat for Humanity Chapter.
For more info: Katie Brattain, kbrattai@smu.edu or call 952-240-3135

AROUND CAMPUS: Overnight Jester Cave Trip

SIGN-UP DEADLINE: Tuesday, February 5, 6:00 PM
Outdoor Adventure Center – Dedman Center for Lifetime Sports
COST: $70 per person

Here’s your chance for an overnight adventure on February 9 and 10 at Jester Cave. Lodging, transportation and equipment are included in the cost.

MORE INFO: David Chambers, dchamber@smu.edu or call 214-768-991
Visit http://smu.edu/recsports/adventure for further details.

AROUND CAMPUS: Careers in....

Healthcare
Wednesday, February 6                                             
12 Noon to 1:00 PM
Hughes-Trigg Atrium AB

An informal brown bag lunch to hear professionals in the healthcare industry speak about their experiences and get tips for entering the field. Panelists include representatives from local and national companies.
MORE INFO: Judy Carr, judym@smu.edu or call 214-768-8709

Commercial Real Estate
Wednesday, February 6
5:00 PM to 6:00 PM
200 Collins Center

Students interested in the real estate industry are invited to come hear from and ask questions of professionals representing a variety of occupations within the profession.
MORE INFO: Caryn Statman, statmanc@smu.edu or call 214-768-7304

Sponsored by the Hegi Family Career Development Center.
Visit http://smu.edu/career for more information.

Congratulations Coach Rhonda Rompola

The SMU Catholic Community is proud of you Coach Rompola!

From the Daily Campus:

SMU women's head basketball coach Rhonda Rompola established herself as the new leader for most career wins in SMU basketball after defeating the Southern Miss Golden Eagles on January 13th. Sunday's 85-72 victory, broadcast on national television, secured Rompola's 300th career win. In doing so, she surpassed former men's basketball head coach E.O. "Doc" Hayes.

When asked about what the record meant to her personally, Rompola explained, "What is special about 300 wins is they all came here at SMU."

Rompola, an SMU grad, is now in the middle of her 17th season as head coach for the Mustangs. Currently posting a 12-4 overall record, and 2-1 record in Conference USA play, Rompola feels a special bond to the athletes. Since arriving on the Hilltop in 1991 to become the head coach, Rompola has led SMU to a 288-188 mark. During this time she has taken the Mustangs to their first postseason tournament appearance in school history.

You can support Coach Rompola and the Mustangs at their next home game, Thursday night at 7:00 p.m at Moody Coliseum.