College Colors Day

Wear red and blue on Friday, August 29, 2008. Reach into your closet, throw on your Wildcat gear, and head to campus or work.

College Colors Day coincides with the kickoff of college football season and back to campus for students. It promotes the traditions that make the college experience great, and it encourages college students, fans, and alumni to wear apparel of their favorite college or university throughout the day.

Just in case you don't have enough UA apparel, the UA Bookstore is here to help. On the day before each home football game, they offer a 25% discount on UA apparel, including online orders at www.uofabookstores.com.

Pregame Parties at UA Football Away-games and Game Ticket Information

• Sept. 13 @ New Mexico
• Sept. 20 @ UCLA
• Oct. 11 @ Stanford
• Nov. 8 @ Washington State
• Nov. 15 @ Oregon

Get fired up for UA football at away-games in 2008! The University of Arizona Alumni Association is pleased to offer alumni and friends a chance to cheer the Wildcats to victory in these special pregame events hosted by local alumni chapters. It's a great way to connect with UA alumni and fans while watching the 2008 'Cats challenge Pac-10 foes!

Visit www.arizonaalumni.com/pregame/ for more information and to purchase pregame party and game tickets for football away-games.

Join us for Homecoming,
October 23-25, 2008

Enjoy the Class of 1958 Golden Anniversary Reunion, the annual Homecoming kickoff pep rally and bonfire, the Homecoming parade, and tents on the Mall. This year the Wildcats will face off against the USC Trojans. Come out and cheer our team to victory! For more information contact Cheryl Plummer at 520-621-9024 or visit www.arizonaalumni.com/Homecoming/

New! College Village at Homecoming

Find your college among the brightly colored tent tops or look for our colorful College Village banners. Stop by and see what's new in your UA college.

New! Homecoming for the Mind, Body, and (UA) Spirit

Expand Your Mind!

Join us on Friday, October 24, for three campus lectures.

• Energy and Environment in the Next Administration and Beyond presented by Paul R. Portney, dean of the UA Eller College of Management.
• Diggin' Mars: the Inside Scoop presented by Peter H. Smith, scientist and principal investigator for the UA-led Phoenix Mars Mission.
• What Should I Eat? An Anti-Inflammation Approach presented by Victoria Maizes, physician and executive director of the Arizona Center for Integrative Medicine.

Move Your Body!

Join fellow alumni Saturday, October 25, for fitness activities at the Campus Recreation Center.

UA alumni are eligible to purchase UA Recreation Center and Fitness Class passes during Homecoming weekend. Join us on a brisk morning hike in the majestic Sonoran Desert. For those who prefer to stay closer to home (UA), spinning and yoga classes are available.

Energize Your Spirit!

Join fellow alumni and friends for all of this year's Homecoming activities on the UA campus, and renew your "Wildcat for Life" enthusiasm and spirit!

For more information about Homecoming of the Mind, Body, and (UA) Spirit, e-mail Lori Crouch at lcrouch@al.arizona.edu.

Join the Alumni Association

Stay connected to the UA community no matter where life takes you! Joining the Alumni Association is an easy way to make a huge impact at the UA. Your membership provides scholarships for UA students, supports advocacy efforts, preserves UA pride and heritage, and strengthens your connection to your alma mater. Staying involved with the UA does not end at graduation — remember, you are a Wildcat for Life! Please take a moment to join or renew your membership today at www.arizonaalumni.com/membership.

Get Involved with Alumni Chapters and Clubs

Your local alumni chapter invites you to participate in its activities. To find a local alumni chapter near you, visit www.arizonaalumni.com/Clubs.

Upcoming Events

September 20, 2008 — Northern California Chapter's "BayCats" UA Alumni Scholarship Golf Tournament www.alumniconnections.com/olc/pub/AZA/events/AZA2161203.html.

September 30, 2008 — Yuma Chapter's "YumaCats" UA Alumni Scholarship Golf Tournament www.alumniconnections.com/olc/pub/AZA/events/AZA2162244.html.

October 21, 2008 — Stellar Dallas Evening Reception at La Cima Club, www.arizonaalumni.com/Dallas/.

For a complete list of activities for alumni and friends of The University of Arizona, visit www.arizonaalumni.com/Events.

Upcoming Events in Phoenix

For a up-to-date news and complete list of activities and opportunities for alumni networking in Maricopa County visit www.arizonaalumni.com/phxoffice/news/

Register for the Alumni Online Community

The alumni online community is open to all alumni regardless of membership status in the Alumni Association. It is free and easy to use. Update your information, search the alumni directory for alumni and friends, join the career advisory network, or enter a class note. Use the alumni I.D. you'll receive when you register for the online community.
www.alumniconnections.com/arizona/

UA Alumni Association Travel presents Mexico with Manuel!

Join top-rated tour director Manuel Rentería on these two magnificent journeys through Mexico. We have room for just a few more tour participants, so reserve today.

For additional details and reservations, contact Lisa Valentine at 800-232-8278 or 520-621-5333.

High Culture in the Sierra Madres

The Folk Art of Oaxaca, Mexico

Join Manuel on a remarkable journey to Mexico's most beautiful city — the shimmering jewel of Oaxaca. Rentería offers travelers a rare glimpse behind the scenes and into the heart of Mexico's rich culture. Nestled in the rugged Sierra Madre Mountains, lovely Oaxaca provides a perfect backdrop for exploring new ideas and for experiencing delightful sights and sounds. The tour is developed exclusively for University of Arizona Alumni Association travelers.

Acsending the Archaeological Throne

Yucatán Peninsula: Land of the Mayan Civilization

Join us on an unforgettable journey to the Yucatán Peninsula and the land of Mayan civilization. This trip takes advantage of some of the most important archaeological sites and yet-to-be-excavated Mayan cities — preserving the Yucatán's reputation for being one of the world's richest archaeological zones. Whether you're looking for a tropical adventure, a glimpse into the ancient Mayan culture, or a getaway with friends, our Yucatán Peninsula adventure provides travelers with once-in-a-lifetime opportunities.

Contact Lisa Valentine at 800-232-8278 or 520-621-5333 for additional details or for reservations.

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