TEALgate!

On Wednesday, December 3, more than 75 Seahawks from far and wide gathered under a tent outside of Trask Coliseum to rally before the Seahawks took on East Carolina in Men’s Basketball. The chill in the air surely didn’t damper the group’s Seahawk Spirit! Alumni talked Seahawk basketball and played Corn hole and ladder golf and as they enjoyed hamburgers, chili dogs and a smashed potato bar (the crowd favorite). As it got closer to the game, Coach Moss stopped by to pump up the crowd right before they headed into Trask. Even though the Seahawks took a fall to ECU, the UNCW Alumni where there in full support.

The UNCW Legacy continues!

The Legacy Pinning Ceremony was held on Saturday, October 18, 2008 at the Burney Center on UNCW’s campus. 25 legacy students and their families were greeted at the door by Chancellor Rosemary DePaolo as they shuffled in out of the rain. After their warm welcome, the families enjoyed a host of refreshments amidst conversation about what it means to be a Seahawk. As the program began, Jason Wheeler, President of the Alumni Association welcomed everyone to the event and explained how special this group was to UNCW. As he finished his remarks, Rob McInturf, Director of UNCW Alumni Relations called all legacy students up to stage one by one to receive their legacy pin. The students returned to their tables where they were congratulated by their families. Once all of the names were called, all legacies were pinned by their families. The evening concluded with family portraits. It was a moving night for all who attended as the legacy of UNCW continues!

Ready to TEALgate!

The schedule is posted for the upcoming Seahawks basketball season and we are ready to celebrate! Three TEALgates are being planned for the 09/10 season, one of these during Homecoming Weekend. Each event starts two hours prior to the beginning of the game.

The dates are
Wednesday, December 3
Saturday, January 31 Homecoming!
Saturday, February 21

More details coming soon and will be posted on online.

2008 Fall Alumni Weekend

Fall Alumni Weekend draws closer with fun events lined up for all Seahawks! On Friday October 17, from 6-8 pm, the UNCW Alumni Association and the Office of Transition programs hosts a Wine & Cheese Reception for alumni, parents and university administrators. Tickets are $10 per person and can be purchased at www.uncwalumnitickets.com. After the social meet up with fellow students for Midnight Madness and Fan Jam, the annual celebration to kick-off the basketball season.

On Saturday, October 17, from Noon- 2pm, the Office of Transition Programs hosts a Family Fall Festival Picnic at the UNCW Gazebo. Later that day the Legacy Pinning Ceremony will take place, a tradtion which honors current UNCW student and their families who have chosen to make UNCW a family legacy.

More details can be found at www.uncw.edu/alumni

UNCW Triangle Area Alumni Interest Meeting with Chancellor

Chancellor Rosemary DePaolo and the UNCW Alumni Association invite you to the
Triangle Area Alumni Chapter Interest Meeting

Join fellow Triangle Area Alumni at the Prestonwood Country Club for dinner and a State of the University Address from
keynote speaker Chancellor Rosemary DePaolo.

Doors open at 6:00 pm, Dinner served at 6:45 pm

Dinner Entrée Options:
All Dinner Entrées are accompanied by the Preston Garden Salad, Club Baked Bread & Butter and Iced Tea.
Dessert will be a Lemon Tart and Coffee.

Option One: Chicken Piccata
Seasoned Breast of Chicken Seared Golden Brown with Piccata Sauce of White Wine, Capers and Lemon Juice
and served with The Chef’s selection of Starch and Vegetable.

Option Two (Vegetarian): Pasta Primavera
Creamy Alfredo Sauce, Julienne Vegetables & Penne Pasta tossed with Garlic, Fresh Basil & Parmesan Cheese

Tickets are $15 each and can be purchased at www.uncwalumnitickets.com. Online tickets sales will end on Monday, October 13, 2008 at 12:00 noon. Please note that tickets WILL NOT be mailed, a reservation list will be at the registration table prior to the event. For more information on this event, please call 1.800.596.2880 or email alumni@uncw.edu.

Durham Bulls Outing a Great Success!

On Sunday, August 10, 2008 Seahawks from all over the Triangle area flocked to watch their favorite local AAA team the Durham Bulls take on the Richmond Braves. The event was sponsored by the Triangle Alumni Chapter and GEICO. As 120 Seahawks perched in the party deck enjoying ball park foods and good company, a large rainstorm moved in and soaked the stadium. (It was at that point that everyone in the stadium wished they were a Seahawk and protected under the party deck roof!) This would not however spoil the fun. After a few minutes of rain, the sky cleared and a rainbow appeared over Durham Bulls Athletic Park. The party continued on as everyone showed their Seahawk pride. Unfortunately the evening ended with a loss to the Richmond Braves in extra innings, but it did not dampen the spirits of all who attended as it was a great night of friends, family and baseball!

The Triangle Alumni Chapter will be hosting an interest meeting on October 16 where Chancellor DePaolo will be the key note speaker. Please visit www.uncw.edu/alumni and click on ‘Events Calendar’ for details as they become available.

Durham Bulls Outing

Sunday, August 10: Annual Durham Bulls Picnic is just a few short weeks away and almost sold out! If you haven't picked up your tickets yet visit www.uncw.edu/alumni/Events_Calendar.htm! Tickets are $15 each (free for kids ages 5 and under) and include game entry and all you can eat and drink. Don't miss out- get your ticket today!