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May 2010
The 2009-2010 academic year has come to a close and the centennial year-long celebration will conclude with commencement on May 15. Congratulations to the Class of 2010! www.messiah.edu/commencement
Commencement Videographer VTS Productions, a national Telly Award-winning company, serves as the official videographer for Commencement Weekend 2010 at Messiah College. VTS offers Messiah College graduates and their families high quality, digitally mastered DVDs that capture this exciting milestone, saving your families the hassle of taping the events. Sit back and enjoy the weekend. The DVD includes both the Baccalaureate and Commencement ceremonies in their entirety, along with close-up shots of graduates during the conferral of degree.
Spring Athletic News To follow spring athletic postseason action visit GoMessiah.com.
Messiah College Gathering in the Lehigh Valley, PA The Alumni & Parent Relations office is sponsoring a Messiah College gathering at the Crayola Crayon Factory on Saturday, May 22. The group will be welcome to tour both the Crayola Factory and the National Canal Museum (next door) from 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. More information. If you have questions please e-mail alumnievents@messiah.edu.
MBA Networking Event at Phillies Game
the Philadelphia Phillies take on the Cleveland Indians. We have reserved 108 tickets at a discounted price of $24. Less than 20 remain; tickets are on a first come basis. For more details visit MBA. “Exuberant Accountant” makes a wise investment
Through the Alumni Centennial Challenge, Heintzelman and fellow Trustees aren’t just talking about giving—they’re offering a $100,000 challenge grant that will match new and increased gifts from alumni, through June 30. “This challenge is not just about a transactional act of giving. No, it’s much more than that—it’s about providing an ultimate gift that transforms lives. I have met so many students whose lives have been changed at Messiah College, and I am blessed to know that my gift is a small part of that. How could alumni not want to invest as well?” Currently, only 1 out of 5 alumni support Messiah in any given year. The Trustees are offering the Alumni Centennial Challenge to inspire more alumni to give back. Through June 30, new and increased gifts to the annual fund will have twice the impact, thanks to the matching grant. Heintzelman urges, “Even if you think your gift would be too small to make a difference, please give something. When Messiah applies for grants and gifts from foundations and corporations, they ask ‘what percentage of alumni are giving?’ They do not ask how much. They want to see that our alumni had a positive experience at the school and that they give back. A small gift from every alum could translate to very large gifts and grants that make a huge difference.” All new or increased gifts from alumni will be matched dollar for dollar through June 30. More than $70,000 has already been pledged toward the $100,000 goal, and you can help us receive the full value of the challenge grant. To find out how much you need to give to participate, contact Rachel Pease, director of annual giving, at 717-796-5066 or RPease@messiah.edu. Or, give now at www.messiah.edu/gifts. Check out Scott Heintzelman’s blog at www.exuberantaccountant.com.
Gift Ideas from the Campus Store The Graduate Jewelry Collection There are also diploma frames, portfolios, sweatshirts, t-shirts, books, mugs, athletic clothing and many other items. Please visit the campus store Web site for details and more information.
Alumni Service Project A group of 12 alumni returned to campus on April 15 to participate in Messiah College's Service Day. They joined the alumni office for an outdoor painting project. It was a wonderful time of sharing, making new friends, and giving back to the college. Photos
Centennial Events Messiah College turns 100 and we would like you to join our celebration throughout the year. Find out more by visiting the Centennial web site.
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The Messiah Business Alumni Association is hosting a tailgate and networking event on Tuesday, June 22 at Citizens Bank Park as 
Messiah College Trustee Scott Heintzelman ’89 is exuberant about life—his faith, his family, his work, and his alma mater. He’s also exuberant about supporting Messiah College and encouraging others to do the same.
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