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| Cougar ProfilE |
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1982, Marvin Odum (MBA ’95) joined Shell as
an engineer. Through the years he held a range of management positions
in technical and commercial operations. Then, in May 2008, he made
his way to the very top. more |
Houston Alumni Organization Reclaims Past Name, Adopts New Look
Effective January 1, 2009, the Houston Alumni Organization will reclaim
a name it used from 1957-64: The University of Houston Alumni Association.
A new logo, featuring a rendering of the Ezekiel W. Cullen Building,
will accompany the change.The alumni association has held a number of names in its 68-year history. It was first chartered as the Ex-Students Association in 1940, before calling itself the University of Houston Alumni Association (1957), the University of Houston Alumni Federation (1964), the University of Houston Alumni Organization (1976), and the Houston Alumni Organization (1996).
“Houston is a city, and though we are an integral part of the city, the University of Houston is what we represent and serve. We wanted to change our name to reflect that mission,” said Barry Adams, President & CEO of the alumni association. “Association simply reflects the national practice and connotes something far friendlier than organization.”
As one of the oldest buildings on campus, and certainly the most recognizable thanks to its stately art-deco façade and role in university administration, the Ezekiel W. Cullen Building represents the history and tradition that the alumni association and the University of Houston have built together.
For more information on the Houston Alu…ahem…The University of Houston Alumni Association, check out www.myCougarConnection.com. And in January, expect both the name change and logo change to be incorporated in our brand new Web site!
Perfect Holiday Gifts for All of the Cougars
On Your List
Never are airports more packed than around the holidays, but with the official University of Houston luggage, alumni can travel with spirit, style, and never worry about trying to find a bag on the luggage carousel. Imbued with the same quality and durability that are synonymous with the Swiss Army name, pieces start as low as $55 with an offering that includes backpacks, laptop bags, duffels, garment bags, rolling suitcases, and much more. All orders placed by December 8th will guarantee holiday delivery.
Tired of these dark, dreary winter days? Light up your home or office with the official University of Houston lamp. Made of solid brass and marble, the lamp adds a classy ambiance to any room. In addition to featuring the university seal, the lamp can be engraved with a name, class year, or anything special for the recipient. All orders placed before December 17th will guarantee holiday delivery. For only $169 (other university lamps cost as much as $275), this is one gift that will make you look bright when the gift giving begins. Call 1.800.341.1835 to order your lamp today.
And don’t forget to share your holiday spirit with Cougars and non-Cougars alike with our UH-themed holiday cards. Simply choose your preferred image and customize the inside to say whatever you want!
Cougar spirit and holiday spirit – let the two go hand in hand this December.
