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Executive Summary from the February 2013 Association Board Meeting

The Executive Summary from the Association Board Meeting held February 2013 is now available.

Alumna Delivers Remarks at Artists and Scholars Luncheon - April 2012

Scholarship Matters

Katelin Shugart-Schmidt '10, an accomplished and highly-praised graduate student completing a master's of fisheries science at Virginia Tech, was the keynote speaker at the recognition luncheon for students and donors during Artists and Scholars weekend in April 2012.

Katelin relayed her story of engagement with the College-our professors, traditions, and our community. Now, as a young alumna, she speaks pointedly about the enduring nature of her education and of our College. She spoke about her journey of scholarship, beginning with her first visit to campus when she was taken by the enchantment of our community. Read her remarks.

Revisions to the Association Bylaws Passed

Voting on the proposed Bylaws concluded on February 1, 2011 and the revised Bylaws passed by a clear two-thirds majority.

Private Label Wine Sales Support Your Association - 11/3/2010

The Norfolk-Area chapter has contracted with a California-based winery Windsor Vineyards to provide private-label wine. The elegant label includes the flower band from the College's china and the Randolph College, founded as Randolph-Macon Woman's College, seal.

Windsor Vineyards has been personalizing award-winning wines for over 50 years. Now you can purchase any of Windsor's excellent wines with a custom Randolph College label and 15% of the proceeds go to the chapter. Place your order with Tom Simoneau, personal wine consultant, 800-289-9463 x 2722, or by e-mail tsimoneau@vintagewineestates.com.

Selections Include:
2009 Pinot Grigio, California, Private Reserve
Classically styled with hints of lemon, apple, and orange blossom aromas. Clean fruit flavors of apple and citrus, with a touch of sweetness. 98 Point Winner, "Best Pinot Grigio in California" and Double Gold Medal Winner.

2007 Petite Sirah, North Coast
Double Gold Medal Winner
A big wine loaded with black fruit and spice. Aromas of blueberry and blackberry fruit and vanilla spice.

2008 Cabernet Sauvignon, Alexander Valley, Platinum Series
Rich aromas of ripe and sweet blackberries layered over notes of vanilla toasted oak, cigar box, and licorice with a hint of cinnamon-enhanced dark chocolate.

To purchase wine under the Randolph agreement, contact Tom Simoneau,
800-289-9463 x2722.

New Directory of Alumnae and Alumni - 8/10/2010

The Association is working with Harris Connect to update the printed directory of
R-MWC alumnae and Randolph College alumni. It will be published in 2011. Postcards have been mailed to ask you to call and verify your information. All alumnae will be included in the directory—please make sure your information is current by contacting Harris. During the call you will be asked if you’d like to purchase a directory, but you are not required to buy one to be listed.

Association Launches Facebook page - 4/20/2010

Connect with the Association and other alumnae/i on Facebook. Find our page named: R-MWC Alumnae and Randolph College Alumni Association and add the page to your profile by clicking on the "Like" button.

Results of the Association Election

The 2010-2013 Slate of Officers has been elected by the membership. See the Teller's Report

Association Name Change Resolution Passed - 9/19/09

The Alumnae Association held the Annual Meeting this morning and the alumnae voted in favor of the resolution to change the name of the Association and support the amendments.

Accepting a friendly amendment from Mary Brewer Guthrow ’65 to add "Alumnae" to the revised name, the alumnae voted to support the amendments as presented. The new name of the Association will be Randolph-Macon Woman’s College Alumnae and Randolph College Alumni Association.

The vote was 1973 in favor, 871 opposed. The percentage was 69.4% in favor, 30.6% opposed. A 66.7% favorable vote was required for the motion to carry.

We want to thank everyone who voted, thank those who made a special effort to encourage alumnae to vote, and thank everyone who stayed involved and connected through this very long process.

The Alumnae Association will work to find ways for all alumnae to be part of the Randolph-Macon Woman’s College Alumnae and Randolph College Alumni Association.