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 Presidential Portrait Gallery
From Seymour Mynders to Dr. Shirley Raines, view the portraits of a century of University
of Memphis presidents.
To learn more about the U of M's eleven presidents, see A gallery of presidents, from past to present.
Centennial Events
August 27, 2012: Student Involvement Fair
3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Alumni Mall
Immediately following New Student Convocation, campus departments and student organizations will hold an information fair for incoming students.
For more information, please call Student Affairs at (901) 678-8679. |
August 27, 2012: New Student Convocation
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Rose Theater
Students entering college are embarking on a new and exciting phase of their lives. The University of Memphis marks the beginning of that journey with New Student Convocation on the first day of classes each academic year.
Participants learn about University traditions and receive advice on how to become successful students. Alumni and friends share stories of their lives and experiences at the University of Memphis. Other speakers include university officials such as President Shirley Raines, Provost Ralph Faudree, and Vice President for Student Affairs Rosie Bingham.
For more information, please call Student Affairs at (901) 678-8679. |
September 14, 2012: Centennial Celebration Luncheon with James Carville & Mary Matalin
11:40 am
University Center - Ballroom
Following a luncheon celebrating the university's 100th anniversary, one of America's best-loved political couples, James Carville and Mary Matalin, will provide an enlightening and entertaining look at today's most important political issues as well as upcoming presidential election. Co-authors of the national best seller All's Fair: Love, War, and Running for President, Matalin and Carville are key players on the national political stage-they each have over 30 years of experience in politics and have individually worked for Presidents Ronald Reagan, George H.W. Bush, Bill Clinton and George W. Bush. They combine their unique experiences to provide audiences with a stimulating, candid and provocative conversation from both sides of the political aisle.
Tickets will be available for purchase beginning in August 2012. For more information, please contact Susan Elliott, Director of Special Events at (901) 678-5582 or sellitt1@memphis.edu. |
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