WSU Westside Events Calendar

WSU WESTSIDE EVENTS CALENDAR: Informing Cougs from Canada to the Columbia
Friday, May 6, 2005

IN THIS ISSUE:
-- WSU Westside Events at a Glance: A quick list of upcoming events.
-- Save the Date: Tentative events. More info to follow.
-- Event Capsules: Detailed info about upcoming events.
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**A VERY BRIEF NOTE FROM THE EDITOR
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Hello Cougs!

As always, suggestions regarding our events calendar are welcome. So drop me a line at awebster@wsuwest.edu. Our next mailing is scheduled for May 19

GO COUGS!
Alex Webster, Asst. Director – WSU Alumni Relations

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**WSU WESTSIDE EVENTS AT A GLANCE:   (CLICK FOR MORE INFO!)
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5/7 (Sat.) – Cougar Yacht Club Opening Day Parade – Montlake Cut
5/7 (Sat.) – UPDATE – Seattle Young Alumni Pub Tour for Cystic Fibrosis – Fremont
5/9-5/12 – NEW! – Crimson Revue Westside Tour 2005 – Various venues
5/10 (Tue.) – North Olympic Peninsula Cougar Welcome – Port Angeles – Peninsula GC
5/11 (Wed.) – Skagit Valley Cougar Welcome – Burlington – Burlington-Edison HS
5/12 (Thu.) – Whatcom County Cougar Welcome – Bellingham – Shuksan Golf Club
5/12 (Thu.) – NEW! – MBA WSU Alumni Social – Downtown Seattle – Hotel Andra
5/15 (Sun.) – Seattle Young Alumni Beat the Bridge Run for Juvenile Diabetes
5/17 (Tue.) – Pierce County Cougar Alumni Meeting – Tacoma’s Harmon Brewery
5/17 (Tue.) – NEW! – Southwest Washington Golf Committee Meeting – Billygan’s Salmon Creek
5/18 (Wed.) – Kitsap County Cougar Welcome – Bremerton – Kitsap Golf & Cntry Club
5/18 (Wed.) – South Puget Sound Cougar Welcome – Olympia – Indian Summer GC
5/18 (Wed.) – King County Golf Committee Meeting – 6:30 p.m. – Jillian’s/Lake Union
5/21 (Sat.) – Seattle Works Day – Community Service, Networking and Fun!
5/22 (Sun.) – UPDATE – World Class Welcome – Bell Harbor, Seattle – Alumni Volunteers
5/22 (Sun.) – UPDATE– Discover – Bell Harbor, Seattle – Alumni Volunteers needed
5/23 (Mon.) – UPDATE– King County Alumni Meeting – 6:15 p.m. – Pallino Pasta, Bellevue Sq.
5/24 (Tue.) – Southwest Washington Cougar Welcome – Vancouver – Skyview HS
5/25 (Wed.) – NEW NIGHT! – Seattle Young Alumni Meeting – 6:30/7 p.m. – Jillian’s/Lake Union
6/2 (Thu.) – King County Cougar Golf Classic – Meridian Valley CC in Kent
6/4 (Sat.) – Columbia River Cougar Celebrity Golf Classic – Club Green Meadows, Vanc.
6/7 (Tue.) – UPDATE – Snohomish County Alumni & Golf Meeting – Lynnwood
6/7 (Tue.) – UPDATE – Pierce County Cougar Club Mtg – Mitzel’s in Fife
6/13 (Mon.) – Pierce County Cougar Golf Classic – Tacoma County & Golf Club
6/14 (Tue.) – Whatcom County Cougar Golf Classic – Shuksan GC in Bellingham
6/15 (Wed.) – Cougar Young Alumni Social with the Mariners – M’s vs. Phillies
6/15 (Wed.) – UPDATE – Kitsap Cougar Spring Fling – Mini Golf & Climbing Wall – Timber Falls
6/25 (Sat.) – NEW! – Pitch-n-Putt Golf Outing at McMenamin's Edgefield – Troutdale, OR
7/7 (Thu.) – Inaugural Kitsap County Cougar Open Golf Tournament – Wing Point G&CC
7/9 (Sat.) – NEW! – WSU Night with the Portland Beavers – PGE Park, Portland
7/15 (Fri.) – 2^nd Annual King County Cougar Open Golf Tournament – Snoqualmie Falls
7/16 (Sat.) – Cougar Night with the Tacoma Rainiers – Cheney Stadium
7/22 (Fri.) – 2^nd Annual Snohomish County Cougar Open Golf Tournament – Snohomish
8/4 (Thu.) – Inaugural SW Washington Cougar Open Golf Tournament – Lewis River GC
8/7 (Sun.) – NEW! – 4^th Annual N. Peninsula Cougar Golf Tournament – Sequim’s SkyRidge GC
8/12 (Fri.) – Cougar Night with the Seattle Mariners – vs. Anaheim Angels
8/13 (Sat.) – Cougar Night with the Everett Aquasox – Memorial Stadium, Everett
8/17 (Wed.) – NEW! – Cougs ‘N Corks – 4^th Annual Kitsap Cougar Wine Tasting – Bainbridge Isl.
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**SAVE THE DATE: Upcoming or Tentative Events (More info to come…)
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“SAVE THE DATE” EVENTS IN PUGET SOUND REGION
5/7 (Sat.) – WSU Rowing at Opening Day Regatta – Montlake Cut
6/18 (Sat.) – Cougar Yacht Club – NBC Picnic – Brownsville, WA
6/20 (Mon.) – Skagit Valley Alumni Meeting
6/23 (Thu.) – Seattle Young Alumni Networking Event
6/26 (Sun.) – Pierce County Cougar Alumni BBQ – Spanaway Lake Park
7/27 (Wed.) – Pierce County Summer Social – TENTATIVE
7/30 (Sat.) – Clam Bake 2005 – Shelton
8/27 (Sat.) – WSU Day at the Races – Emerald Downs – Auburn, WA
9/16-18 (Fri.-Sun.) – Cougar Yacht Club Football Cruise – Bell Harbor – Seattle, WA
Oct. TBA – Cougar Yacht Club Fall Regatta – Port Ludlow
10/29 (Sat.) – 8^th Annual Skagit Rally in the Valley – Mount Vernon
11/19 (Sat.) – Cougar Yacht Club Apple Cup Raft Up – Dawg Dish Bay
12/11 (Sun.) – Cougar Yacht Club Holiday Party – Newport Shores

“SAVE THE DATE” EVENTS IN VANCOUVER/OREGON
5/14 (Sat.) – WSU Vancouver Commencement at Clark County Fairgrounds
6/3 (Fri.) – Columbia River Cougar Sports Celebration – Red Lion at the Quay, Vancouver
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**EVENT CAPSULES: Detailed info for upcoming events.
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COUGAR YACHT CLUB: OPENING DAY OF BOATING SEASON – 5/7/05
Presented by the Cougar Yacht Club and WSU West
*Calling all Cougs! You're invited to the Opening Day of Boating Season in Seattle. Climb aboard the WSU fleet and join in the fun for a day on the water with fellow Cougars as we represent Cougar Yacht Club in the Seattle Yacht Club's Opening Day of Boating Season Parade. This year’s theme is Sentimental Journey. If you are interested in being a guest on one of the boats in our Cougar Yacht Club flotilla, please contact Jada or Jackie at WSU West by Friday, April 15^th. Jada – 206-448-1330 or jada@wsuwest.edu; Jackie – 206-219-2416 or jacobsj@wsuwest.edu
OPEN TO: All Cougars, especially Cougar Yacht Club members!
DATE: Saturday, May 7
TIME: 9:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.
LOCATION: Meet at Chandler’s Cove on south Lake Union. (More details available after RSVP)
CONTACT: For more information or to register contact Jada or Jackie at WSU West. Jada – 206-448-1330 or jada@wsuwest.edu; Jackie – 206-219-2416 or jacobsj@wsuwest.edu
NOTES: SPACE IS LIMITED! So register early! RSVP DEADLINE IS APRIL 15th. All participants must wear white pants, white shoes, Opening Day special hat or white sailor’s hat, and an official WSU Opening Day sweatshirt. Information on how to purchase the official WSU Opening Day sweatshirt available at time of RSVP.
ATTENTION COUGAR ALUMNI BAND MEMBERS: Contact cabeventsignups@hotmail.com to sign up for this event and for band-specific information (if you have not done so already.) Space is limited for CAB members as well!
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(UPDATE) – SEATTLE YOUNG ALUMNI PUB TOUR FOR CYSTIC FIBROSIS- 5/7/04
Presented by Seattle WSU Young Alumni & Cystic Fibrosis Foundation
*Join fellow Cougar alums, and many other supporters in raising funds for the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation. Travel the vibrant Fremont neighborhood of Seattle sampling Redhook Ales while supporting the thousands of patients living with CF. Be sure to bring all your friends and have a great time! Sign in at the History House to pick up your t-shirt and beverage coupons. Participating venues include the Red Door Ale House, the Triangle, the Ballroom, the Nickerson Street Saloon, Nectar and Norm’s. So join us for a day of fun and friends in Fremont.
OPEN TO: Cougar alums and friends 21 and over.
DATE: Saturday, May 7
EVENT TIME: 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.
REGISTRATION: Start with registration at the History House (on 34^th St. across from Adobe.)
790 N 34th Street, Seattle, WA 98103. NOTE: Registration is only open from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.
FOLLOW THE COUGS: Look for alums at these locations: (pending space availability)
     Nickerson Street Saloon: 1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.
     Red Door: 2:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.
COST: $35 after May 1
ADDITIONAL INFO: For questions, contact Alex Webster at awebster@wsuwest.edu or 206-219-2423.
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(NEW!) – CRIMSON REVUE MAY 2005 TOUR – FREE CONCERTS! – STARTING 5/9/05
Presented by Washington State University School of Music and Theatre Arts
*Washington State University is proud to present Crimson Revue in concert at a venue near you! Come join fellow music lovers for the energy and entertainment of Crimson Revue as they tour western Washington. Crimson Revue is a musical entertainment ensemble comprised of eight singer-dancers and a full rhythm section, complete with horns. The concert tour includes music from the musical Footloose and a tribute to Ray Charles. We hope that you will join us for one of our fun FREE concerts.
DATES & TIMES:
   Mon. May 9 -- Spanaway Lake High School Auditorium, 1305 168th St. E. – 10:40-11:40 a.m.
   Mon. May 9 -- Highline Performing Arts Center, 15676 Ambaum Blvd. SW, Burien – 7:30 p.m.
Tue. May 10 – Auburn High School Choral Room, 800 4th St. NE – 9:50 a.m.-11:40 a.m.
   Wed. May 11 -- Woodland High School Auditorium, 757 Park St. – 7 p.m.
   Thur. May 12 – Tumwater High School Auditorium, 700 Israel Rd. -- 1:20 p.m. & 7:00 p.m.
COST/TICKETS: No charge. Donation kindly accepted.
FOR MORE INFO: Contact Jennifer Scovell, Director. 509-335-3971
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COUGAR WELCOMES – Variable dates starting May 10
Presented by the WSU Alumni Association
*Come welcome the latest Cougars from your area. These casual events provide an opportunity to meet WSU’s incoming freshmen and their families. Share parts of your Cougar experience and mingle with other alumni volunteers. Here is a list of Cougar Welcome events in western Washington.
*North Olympic Peninsula – Port Angeles (Peninsula Golf Club) – Tue. May 10 – 6 p.m.
*Skagit Valley – Burlington (Burlington-Edison HS) – Wed. May 11 – 5:30 dinner / 6:30 program
*Whatcom County – Bellingham (Shuksan Golf Club) – Thu. May 12 – 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
*Kitsap County – Bremerton (Kitsap Golf/Country Club) – Wed. May 18 – 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.
*South Sound – Olympia (Indian Summer GC)– Wed. May 18 – 6:30 p.m.
*Southwest Washington – Vancouver (Skyview HS) – Tue. May 24 – 6:30 p.m.
ALUMNI VOLUNTEERS: If you are interested in helping at a Cougar Welcome event near you, contact Alex Webster at awebster@wsuwest.edu or 206-219-2423 OR Brian Bates at brianb@wsu.edu or 360-546-9109 for more details. All generations of Cougars are welcome!
PARENTS OF STUDENTS: If you know of a student in your area that has been accepted to WSU for this upcoming fall, and is interested in attending one of these events with their family, have them contact the WSU Alumni Association at 1-800-258-6978 as soon as possible to RSVP. (Please note these events are specifically for students heading to WSU this fall.)
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(NEW!) – MBA ALUMNI SOCIAL – 5/12/05
Presented by the College of Business and Economics
*Reunite with fellow WSU MBA alumni. Join the CBE Graduate Programs for the MBA Alumni Social. Network with your colleagues and learn about the latest developments in the College of Business and Economics. We look forward to getting reacquainted in the heart of Seattle.
DATE: Thursday, May 12, 2005
TIME: 5:30 -7:30 p.m.
LOCATION: Hotel Andra – 2000 4^th Avenue, Seattle
COST: $20 per person – featuring hors d’oeuvres and no host bar.
RSVP: By contacting Traci Tyacke at 509-335-1386 or email supportexcellence@cbe.wsu.edu
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SEATTLE YOUNG ALUMNI BEAT THE BRIDGE RUN - 5/15/04
Presented by Seattle WSU Young Alumni & Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation
*Join fellow Cougars, and many other supporters in raising funds for the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation. Sign up individually for the 1^st wave of the 8K event and meet up with Ken Archer prior to the race at the bronze husky statue outside of the stadium at 8 a.m. That’s where the group will make plans for a post-race breakfast/gathering. Wear your Cougar colors proudly!
OPEN TO: Cougar alums and friends
DATE: Sunday, May 15
8K RACE TIME: 8:30 a.m. (Meet Ken at 8 a.m. at the husky statue) NOTE: On-site registration opens at 6:45 a.m.
LOCATION: Outside Husky Stadium on Montlake Boulevard
COST: $15 pre-register OR $17 at the event ($25/$27 includes a t-shirt)
PRE-REGISTER or MORE INFO: http://www.beatthebridge.org
QUESTIONS: Contact Alex Webster at awebster@wsuwest.edu or 206-219-2423.
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PIERCE COUNTY COUGAR ALUMNI MEETING – 5/17/05
Presented by the Pierce County Alumni District
*Join fellow Cougs from Pierce and South King County for our next planning meeting. We’ll share Cougar spirit and map out our upcoming events. Plus, get the latest scoop on Cougar happenings in the area!
DATE: Tuesday, May 17
TIME: 6 p.m. social / 6:30 p.m. meeting starts
LOCATION: Harmon Brewery and Restaurant – 1938 Pacific Ave., Tacoma – 253-383-BREW
DIRECTIONS: Click here for directions. http://harmonbrewing.com
CONTACT: Bob Peterson eight_oclock@yahoo.com OR Alex Webster at awebster@wsuwest.edu if you are interested in attending or getting more details.
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(NEW!) – SOUTHWEST WASHINGTON GOLF COMMITTEE MEETING – 5/17/05
Presented by the WSU Alumni Association
*Volunteers needed* Join us as we plan for the Inaugural Southwest
Washington Cougar Open Golf Tournament, slated for August 4 at the fantastic Lewis River Golf Course near Woodland. At the meeting we'll be talking about sponsorships, promotions and on-course events. If you would like to help but cannot make the meeting, please let us know! Call or e-mail Brian Bates at brianb@wsu.edu or 360-546-9109 and let him know you are interested. See you there!
OPEN TO: Everyone!
DATE: Tuesday, May 17
TIME: 6:30 p.m. social / 7 p.m. meeting
LOCATION: Billygan's Roadhouse - Salmon Creek - 13200 NE Highway 99 in Vancouver - 360-573-2711
COST: None. (We'll provide appetizers and soft drinks - other food and beverages are "no host.")
*Registration for the golf tournament is now available! See additional information below! If you are interested in sponsorship opportunities, please contact Brian Bates.
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KING COUNTY GOLF COMMITTEE MEETING – 5/18/05
Presented by the King County Alumni District
*Join us as we continue planning for the Second Annual King County Cougar Open Golf Tournament – July 15, 2005. We will once again be holding our tournament at Snoqualmie Falls Golf Course. At the next meeting we’ll be talking sponsors, promotions, and on-course events. If you would like to help but cannot make the meeting, please call or e-mail the co-chairs: Jay See or Michael Gray. See you there!
DATE: Wednesday, May 18
TIME: 6:30 p.m.
LOCATION: Jillian’s Sports Bar (S. Lk. Union) – 731 Westlake Ave. N., Seattle
   We will try to meet in the front downstairs. If we are not there, we will be upstairs by the TV's.
DIRECTIONS: Click here for directions.
    http://seattle.citysearch.com/profile/10786554/
CONTACT: Co-Chairs: Jay See 206-251-6992 or ballard1990@yahoo.com & Michael Gray michaelggray@yahoo.com
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SEATTLE WORKS DAY – 5/21/05
Presented by WSU Young Alumni and Seattle Works
*Join fellow Cougs and other volunteers for a day of community service and celebration. You’ll be making up part of a Cougar team working on a service project in the Seattle area at a non-profit organization, public school or city park. After the project, you’re invited to a huge AfterParty at South Lake Union Park. It’s a great way to unwind from the day and mix and mingle with all the volunteers. Volunteers’ minimum $25 pledge raises critical funds that support the year-round programs, while making a tremendous impact on the community.
OPEN TO: All WSU Alumni, friends and family!
DATE: Saturday, May 21
TEAM NAME: “Washington State University Alumni”
PROJECT LOCATION: TBA in Seattle
PROJECT TIME:   10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
AFTER-PARTY TIME: 2:30 p.m. to 6 p.m.
AFTER-PARTY LOCATION: South Lake Union Park
COST: $25 donation includes t-shirt, entry to the AfterParty, and much more.
WEBSITE: http://www.seattleworks.org
SIGNUP ONLINE: Click here to get instructions on how to “Sign up for an existing team”
   1). Go to http://www.seattleworks.org
   2). Select “You” from the left column.
   3A). Choose “Log In” if there is chance that Seattle Works has your e-mail address on file. OR
   3B). Choose “Sign Up” if you are brand new to Seattle Works and need to register. Fill out your contact information.
   4). Choose “Search All Teams” Look up your team captain (Doug Knapp) by name or the name of the team (Washington State University Alumni). When you find it, join it.
   5). Transition: You will hit a page that thanks you for your interest in Seattle Works Day. Click the link to continue.
   6). Payment: Enter the information as requested.
CONTACT: Go to http://www.seattleworks.org for more info or contact Cougar team captain Doug Knapp at douglas.d.knapp@gmail.com
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(UPDATE) – WORLD CLASS WELCOME – Alumni Volunteers Needed! – 5/22/05
Presented by Washington State University
*Alumni volunteers are needed to help with the new World Class Welcome event May 22 in Seattle. Come help us welcome hundreds of high school seniors who will be attending Washington State University this fall as freshmen. Volunteers are needed to help in a variety of capacities including, setup, decorating, greeting, registration, taking snapshots of students with Butch, handing out small gifts, mingling, etc. A formal program featuring WSU President Rawlins and prominent alumni will highlight the event with various university departments and alumni districts on display. Contact us if you have the time and desire to help out at this event.
DATE: Sunday, May 22
VOLUNTEER TIMES: Volunteers are needed from 11:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
EVENT TIME: 1 p.m. to 3 p.m..
LOCATION: Bell Harbor International Conference Center, Downtown Seattle
DIRECTIONS & PARKING: Available with additional volunteer information.
DRESS: Business casual
MORE INFORMATION: For more information contact at Deborah Baker 509-335-8790 or bakerd@wsu.edu
TO RSVP AS A VOLUNTEER: Contact the WSU Alumni Association at 1-800-258-6978.
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(UPDATE) – DISCOVER – Alumni Volunteers Needed! – 5/22/05
Presented by Washington State University
*Alumni volunteers are needed to help with the new DISCOVER event May 22 in Seattle. Come help us welcome hundreds of high school juniors interested in sciences and engineering. Over 20 faculty will be there to make presentations to students and visit with them about their academic interests. Volunteers are needed to help in a variety of capacities including, setup, decorating, greeting, registration, clean up, etc. A formal program featuring WSU President Rawlins will highlight the event.
DATE: Sunday, May 22
VOLUNTEER TIMES: Volunteers are needed from 3:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
EVENT TIME: 5 p.m. to 7:30 p.m..
LOCATION: Bell Harbor International Conference Center, Downtown Seattle
DIRECTIONS & PARKING: Available with additional volunteer information.
DRESS: Business casual
MORE INFORMATION: For more information contact Deborah Baker at 509-335-8790 or bakerd@wsu.edu
TO RSVP AS A VOLUNTEER: Contact the WSU Alumni Association at 1-800-258-6978.
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(UPDATE) – KING COUNTY ALUMNI MEETING – 5/23/05
Presented by the King County Alumni District
*Join fellow Cougs in King County for our next planning meeting. We’ll share Cougar spirit and continue making plans for our exciting 2004-05 events. Plus, get the latest scoop on Cougar happenings in the area!
DATE: Monday, May 23
TIME: 6:15 p.m.
LOCATION: Pallino Pastaria at Bellevue Square
DIRECTIONS: http://www.bellevuesquare.com
CONTACT: Gina Meyers at ginam@gocougs.wsu.edu; Nancy Harnasch at nharnasch@bpcpa.com; or Jay See ballard1990@yahoo.com for more details.
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(NEW NIGHT!) – SEATTLE YOUNG ALUMNI MEETING – 5/25/05
Presented by the Seattle WSU Young Alumni
*REVISED – This next month’s meeting moved to May 25^th.
*Join us at Jillian’s Billiards near south Lake Union for our monthly planning meeting and get the latest news on Cougar alumni activity throughout the Puget Sound area. Welcome new graduates!
OPEN TO: Recent grads, Cougs in their 20's & 30's.
DATE: Wednesday, May 25
TIME: 6:30 p.m. social / 7 p.m. meeting starts
LOCATION: Jillian’s Sports Bar (S. Lk. Union) – 731 Westlake Ave. N., Seattle
DIRECTIONS: Click here for directions.
    http://seattle.citysearch.com/profile/10786554/
COST: None. (We'll provide some appetizers and soft drinks – other beverages are "no host".)
CONTACT: Alex Webster at (206) 219-2423 OR awebster@wsuwest.edu
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2005 COUGAR GOLF CLASSICS – Variable dates
Presented by the regional Cougar Clubs and the WSU Athletic Foundation
*Rub elbows with Cougar celebrities while raising funds for the Student-Athlete Scholarship Fund. Join Cougar head coaches, administrators, and former athletes for duffs, drives, and putts at this year’s Cougar Golf Classics. Shotgun start with scramble format makes this a great opportunity – even for the most-challenged golfer. Registration includes greens fee, cart, tee prize, evening banquet, opportunity to bid on great auction items, and much more! Sponsorship opportunities are also available.
OPEN TO: Everyone is encouraged to attend.
DATES & LOCATIONS:

   Thursday, June 2
   STERLING SAVINGS BANK KING COUNTY COUGAR GOLF CLASSIC
   Meridian Valley Country Club, Kent, WA
   Individual Player Fee – $200
   Evening Banquet only – $35

   Saturday, June 4
   MORGAN STANLEY COLUMBIA RIVER COUGAR GOLF CLASSIC
   Club Green Meadows, Vancouver, WA
   Crimson Sponsor – $900 (includes 4 golfers)
   Gray Sponsor – $450 (includes 2 golfers)
   Evening Banquet only – $35

   Monday, June 13
   STERLING SAVINGS BANK PIERCE COUNTY COUGAR GOLF CLASSIC
   Tacoma Country & Golf Club, Tacoma, WA
   Individual Player Fee – $185
   Evening Banquet only – $35

   Tuesday, June 14
   BANNER BANK WHATCOM COUNTY COUGAR GOLF CLASSIC
   Shuksan Golf Club, Bellingham, WA
   Individual Player Fee – $120
   Evening Banquet only – $25

GOLF CONTACT: To register for any of the above tournaments contact Todd Thrasher at 206-448-1335 or tthrasher@wsuwest.edu
SPONSORSHIP CONTACT: For sponsorship information contact Todd Thrasher at 206-448-1335 or tthrasher@wsuwest.edu
ADDITIONAL INFO: http://www.athletics.wsu.edu/wsuaf/events/default.htm
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(UPDATE) – SNOHOMISH COUNTY ALUMNI & GOLF MEETING – 6/7/05
Presented by the Snohomish County Alumni District
*Join fellow Cougs in Snohomish County for our next planning meeting. We’ll share Cougar spirit and continue making plans for our upcoming events. Plus, get the latest scoop on Cougar happenings in the area! Also … golf fans, be sure to come a little early to join us for our next golf committee meeting as we discuss plans for our July 22^ndtournament.
DATE: Tuesday, June 7
GOLF MEETING TIME: 6 p.m.
ALUMNI MEETING TIME: 6:30 p.m. social / 7 p.m. meeting starts
LOCATION: Embassy Suites (McCarthy’s Bar & Grille) – 20610 44^th Ave. W., Lynnwood
DIRECTIONS: Click here for directions.
   http://www.embassysuites.com/en/es/hotels/local_maps.jhtml?ctyhocn=SEALWES
CONTACT: Alex Webster at awebster@wsuwest.edu if you are interested in attending or getting more details OR snohomish.wsu.alum@comcast.net
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(UPDATE) – PIERCE COUNTY COUGAR CLUB MEETINGS – NEXT MEETING: 6/7/05
Presented by the Pierce County Cougar Club
*The Pierce County Cougar Club invites you to join them monthly until football season kicks off. Once the season starts they’ll feature weekly meetings every Tuesday following Cougar games. In the meantime, there will be much to discuss – from recruits to spring drills to the upcoming schedule. The meetings usually feature a guest speaker, a teleconference call with one of the Cougar coaches, and general discussion about recruiting and other WSU athletic teams. Most people have dinner, but some only have a salad or a beverage or two. It’s very informal and everyone is invited!
OPEN TO: Everyone
UPCOMING: Tuesday, June 7 (No meetings in July/Aug.) Restarts weekly Sept. 6
TIME: 6:30 p.m.
LOCATION: Mitzel’s in Fife – 5402 Pacific Hwy E., (Exit 137, off I-5)
COST: None. Pay for your own food and beverage.
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COUGAR YOUNG ALUMNI SOCIAL WITH THE MARINERS – 6/15/05
Presented by the WSU Young Alumni
*Come celebrate the end of spring with fellow Cougs while enjoying the atmosphere at Safeco Field as the Seattle Mariners take on the Philadelphia Phillies. Bring your friends and take advantage of our special Cougar discount. Tickets are just $10 for a View Reserved seat (regularly $17). Show your Cougar Spirit by wearing Crimson and Gray along with your Mariner gear and join us for a very informal pre-game function in the Pyramid Alehouse Outdoor Beverage Garden, just across the street from Safeco Field. (21 and over only in the Beverage Garden.)
OPEN TO: WSU Young Alumni, New Graduates, Current WSU Students … and everyone else!
DATE: Wednesday, June 15 vs. Philadelphia Phillies
TIME: Game time 7:05 p.m. / Pre-game at 5 p.m.
LOCATION: Safeco Field & Pyramid Brewery and Alehouse
TICKETS: $10 per person for game tickets. (Regular price $17)
TICKET CONTACT: WSU Alumni Association at 1-800-258-6978 for tickets in the “Cougar” section. Ticket supplies are limited, so hurry!
DIRECTIONS: Directions and other info available at http://www.seattlemariners.com
PREGAME EVENT INFO: For information about the pre-game gathering at the Pyramid Alehouse Beverage Garden contact Alex Webster at awebster@wsuwest.edu or 206-219-2423. Pyramid Brewery and Alehouse – 1201 First Ave. S. http://www.pyramidbrew.com/alehouses/seattle.php
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(UPDATE) – KITSAP COUGAR SPRING FLING – MINI GOLF &CLIMBING WALL – 6/15/05
Presented by the Kitsap County Alumni District
*Bring your family for a picnic and celebrate the last days of school at the Kitsap Cougar Spring Fling at Timber Falls Mini Golf and Climbing Wall. Purchase a Crazy Pass and choose from a variety of activities! It’s Cougar fun for the whole family!
DATE: Wednesday, June 15
TIME: 6 p.m.
LOCATION: Timber Falls Mini Golf and Climbing Wall – 368 NE Waaga Way, Bremerton (One mile east of Silverdale on Highway 303)
COST: Everyone 13 and over $12 / Children 12 and under $8 – "Crazy Pass" – choose 3 of the following: bucket of balls for driving range, putt-putt golf, climbing wall, or batting cage.
CONTACT: Call Sue Rauch (206) 842-1307 for reservations
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(NEW!) – PITCH-N-PUTT GOLF AT McMENAMINS EDGEFIELD – 6/25/05
Presented by the WSU Alumni Association
*Join us for nine holes of golf at the Pub Course at McMenamins Edgefield in Troutdale. There are plenty of options for lunch before we head out on the course starting at about 1:30 p.m. No clubs? Don’t worry, they can be rented for $1 at the course. Golf is just $9. Make your reservations by calling the WSU Alumni Association at 800-258-6978. Reservation deadline is
June 9.
OPEN TO: Everyone!
DATE: Saturday, June 25
TIME: Tee times starting at 1:30 p.m.
LOCATION: McMenamins Edgefield, 2126 S.W. Halsey St., Troutdale
COST: $9 per person for golf, food and beverages available on site. Please call 800-258-6978 by June 9 to make your reservations.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Please contact Brian Bates at batesb@vancouver.wsu.edu or Tammy Rhodes at trhodes@mrportland.com.
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KITSAP COUNTY COUGAR OPEN – GOLF TOURNAMENT – 7/7/05
Presented by the Kitsap County Cougar Alumni Association
*Come share an afternoon of fun with fellow Cougars at the Inaugural Kitsap County Cougar Open at Wing Point Golf & Country Club. Participants will enjoy 18 holes of scramble golf, power cart, contests, lunch, dinner, tee prizes and much more! Alumni Association members play for just $85 (non-members $95). Players of all skill level are encouraged to participate. Sign up in any combination – from singles to foursomes. Larger group? Let us know and we’ll place your groups back-to-back. See you at the course this summer! RSVPs recommended!
OPEN TO: All Cougars and friends.
DATE: Thursday, July 7
TIME: Check-in begins at 11 a.m., Shotgun start at 1 p.m.
COST: $85 for Alumni Association members. $95 for non-members.
LOCATION: Wing Point Golf & Country Club – 811 Cherry Ave., Bainbridge Isl.
RSVP: To reserve your spot or for more information, call the WSU Alumni Association at 800-258-6978 ASAP! Space is limited!
ADDITIONAL INFO: PDF flyers, application forms and additional info coming soon to http://www.alumni.wsu.edu
SPONSORSHIPS AVAILABLE: A variety of sponsorship opportunities are available. Contact the following for more details:
Alex Webster, Alumni Relations – 206-219-2423 or awebster@wsuwest.edu
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(NEW!) – WSU NIGHT WITH THE PORTLAND BEAVERS – 7/9/05
Presented by the WSU Alumni Association
*Head out to the ball game and catch tomorrow’s stars today at PGE Park! The Portland Beavers host the Las Vegas 51s in PCL action. It is a great night of family and Cougar fun that you won’t want to miss! Plus, the first 3,000 fans through the gates receive a free Beavers visor!
DATE: Saturday, July 9
GAME TIME: 7 p.m.
LOCATION: PGE Park, SW 18th and SW Morrison near downtown Portland
OPEN TO: Everyone!
TICKETS: $7.50 in our special reserved section. Call 800-258-6978 to order your tickets. Tickets will be mailed around June 20.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Contact Brian Bates at 360-546-9109 or e-mail
brianb@wsu.edu
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KING COUNTY COUGAR OPEN – GOLF TOURNAMENT – 7/15/05
Presented by the King County Cougar Alumni Association
*Come share an afternoon of fun with fellow Cougars at the Second Annual King County Cougar Open at Snoqualmie Falls Golf Course. Participants will enjoy 18 holes of best ball golf, power cart, contests, lunch, dinner, tee prizes and much more! Alumni Association members play for just $75 (non-members $85). Players of all skill level are encouraged to participate. Sign up in any combination – from singles to foursomes. Larger group? Let us know and we’ll place your groups back-to-back. See you at the course this summer! RSVPs recommended as this event sold out weeks before last year’s tournament.
OPEN TO: All Cougars and friends.
DATE: Friday, July 15
TIME: Check-in begins at Noon, Shotgun start at 2 p.m.
COST: $75 for Alumni Association members. $85 for non-members.
LOCATION: Snoqualmie Falls Golf Course – 35109 S.E. Fish Hatchery Road, Fall City
RSVP: To reserve your spot or for more information, call the WSU Alumni Association at 800-258-6978 ASAP! Space is limited!
ADDITIONAL INFO: PDF flyers, application forms and additional info coming soon to http://www.alumni.wsu.edu
SPONSORSHIPS AVAILABLE: A variety of sponsorship opportunities are available. Contact any of the following for more details:
Jay See, Committee Co-Chair – 206-251-6992 – ballard1990@yahoo.com
Michael Gray, Committee Co-Chair – 206-618-7771 – michaelggray@yahoo.com
Alex Webster, Alumni Relations – 206-219-2423 or awebster@wsuwest.edu
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COUGAR NIGHT WITH THE TACOMA RAINIERS – 7/16/05
Presented by the Pierce County Alumni Association
*Join fellow WSU alums and fans for a fun-filled evening at Cheney Stadium. It’s also Seahawks Day and former Cougar and current Seahawk Marcus Trufant is scheduled to appear. Watch the Mariners’ stars of tomorrow play today. But hurry space is limited and spots are going fast!
DATE: Saturday, July 16
TIME: Game time 7:05 p.m. vs. Las Vegas 51s (Dodgers)
LOCATION: Cheney Stadium in Tacoma. 2502 S. Tyler Street
COST: $9.50 includes reserved seat in the Cougar section, hot dog and soda
CONTACT: For tickets or more information call 1-800-258-6978 or contact Alex Webster at 206-219-2423 or awebster@wsuwest.edu.
DIRECTIONS: Directions and other info available at http://www.tacomarainiers.com
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SNOHOMISH COUNTY COUGAR OPEN – GOLF TOURNAMENT – 7/22/05
Presented by the Snohomish County Cougar Alumni Association
*Come share an afternoon of fun with fellow Cougars at the Second Annual Snohomish County Cougar Open at the Snohomish Golf Course. Participants will enjoy 18 holes of scramble golf, power cart, contests, lunch, dinner, tee prizes and much more! Alumni Association members play for just $75 (non-members $85). Players of all skill level are encouraged to participate. Sign up in any combination – from singles to foursomes. Larger group? Let us know and we’ll place your groups back-to-back. See you at the course this summer! RSVPs recommended!
OPEN TO: All Cougars and friends.
DATE: Friday, July 22
TIME: Check-in begins at 11 a.m., Shotgun start at 1 p.m.
COST: $75 for Alumni Association members. $85 for non-members.
LOCATION: Snohomish Golf Course – 7805 147^th Avenue SE, Snohomish
RSVP: To reserve your spot or for more information, call the WSU Alumni Association at 800-258-6978 ASAP! Space is limited!
ADDITIONAL INFO: PDF flyers, application forms and additional info coming soon to http://www.alumni.wsu.edu
SPONSORSHIPS AVAILABLE: A variety of sponsorship opportunities are available. Contact the following for more details:
Alex Webster, Alumni Relations – 206-219-2423 or awebster@wsuwest.edu
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SOUTHWEST WASHINGTON COUGAR OPEN – GOLF TOURNAMENT – 8/4/05
Presented by the Southwest Washington Cougar Alumni Association
*Come share an afternoon of fun with fellow Cougars at the Inaugural Southwest Washington Cougar Open at Lewis River Golf Course. Participants will enjoy 18 holes of scramble golf, power cart, contests, lunch, dinner, tee prizes and much more! Alumni Association members and current WSU Vancouver students play for just $75 (non-members $85). Players of all skill level are encouraged to participate. Sign up in any combination – from singles to foursomes. Larger group? Let us know and we’ll place your groups back-to-back. See you at the course this summer! RSVPs recommended!
OPEN TO: All Cougar alumni, WSU Vancouver students and friends.
DATE: Thursday, August 4
TIME: Check-in begins at 11 a.m., Shotgun start at 1 p.m.
COST: $75 for Alumni Association members and current WSU Vancouver students.
$85 for non-members.
LOCATION: Lewis River Golf Course – 3209 Lewis River Road, Woodland, WA
RSVP: To reserve your spot or for more information, call the WSU Alumni Association at 800-258-6978 ASAP! Space is limited!
ADDITIONAL INFO: PDF flyers, application forms and additional info coming soon to http://www.alumni.wsu.edu
SPONSORSHIPS AVAILABLE: A variety of sponsorship opportunities are available. Contact any of the following for more details:
Brian Bates, Alumni Relations – 360-546-9109 or brianb@wsu.edu
Alex Webster, Alumni Relations – 206-219-2423 or awebster@wsuwest.edu
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(NEW!) – 4^TH ANNUAL NORTH OLYMPIC PENINSULA COUGAR GOLF TOURNAMENT – 8/7
Presented by the North Olympic Peninsula Alumni Association
*You don’t need to be a pro to play in this 4^thannual tournament, just a desire for the game. Come spend a day in the sun and enjoy the splendor of a summer afternoon on the Olympic Peninsula as you tee it up at Sequim’s new SkyRidge Golf Course. Join fellow Cougs and friends for 18-holes of scramble golf, food, beverages and prizes all for a tidy $45. It’s the best Cougar golfing value this summer. Create your own 4-player team or make new friends in an assigned pod. Hurry, space is limited!
OPEN TO: All Cougars and friends.
DATE: Sunday, August 7
TIME: 1 p.m. shotgun start (Check in at Noon)
COST: $45 includes 18 holes of golf, food, beverages and prizes for men and women.
NEW LOCATION: SkyRidge Golf Course – 7015 Old Olympic Highway, Sequim
CONTACT: For more information or to RSVP contact Chris Repass 360-457-6501 or cmrepass@olympus.net OR Alex Webster at 206-219-2423 or awebster@wsuwest.edu
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COUGAR NIGHT WITH THE SEATTLE MARINERS – 8/12/05
Presented by the WSU King County Alumni District
*Enjoy the excitement of Major League Baseball and the splendor of Safeco Field while cheering on the Seattle Mariners against Vladimir Guerrero and the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim. Bring your family and friends and take advantage of our special Cougar discount. Tickets are just $10 for a View Reserved seat (regularly $17). Already have tickets? Show your Cougar Spirit by wearing Crimson and Gray along with your Mariner gear and join us for a very informal pre-game function at the Pyramid Alehouse, just across the street from Safeco Field. Pyramid features sit down dining for fans of all ages and an outdoor beer garden for those 21 and over. Get there early to guarantee yourself a spot. It’s first come, first serve.
OPEN TO: Everyone!
DATE: Friday, August 12 vs. Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim
TIME: Game time 7:05 p.m.
LOCATION: Safeco Field & Pyramid Brewery and Alehouse
TICKETS: $10 per person for game tickets. (Regular price $17)
TICKET CONTACT: WSU Alumni Association at 1-800-258-6978 for tickets in the “Cougar” section. Ticket supplies are limited, so hurry!
DIRECTIONS: Directions and other info available at http://www.seattlemariners.com
PREGAME EVENT INFO: For information about the pre-game gathering at the Pyramid Alehouse contact Alex Webster at awebster@wsuwest.edu or 206-219-2423. Pyramid Brewery and Alehouse – 1201 First Ave. S. http://www.pyramidbrew.com/alehouses/seattle.php
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COUGAR NIGHT WITH THE EVERETT AQUASOX – 8/13/05
Presented by the Snohomish County Alumni Association
*Come on out and enjoy baseball in the outdoors as tomorrow's stars play today! Join fellow Cougars and friends for a great night of minor league baseball as the Seattle Mariners' single-A ball club takes on the Yakima Bears. Bring the family and enjoy an all-you-can-eat BBQ before the game and sit in the special WSU section. BBQ picnic starts 1 hour before the ballgame and features hamburgers, hot dogs, pasta and potato salad, chips, cookies and assorted sodas and juices. It's a full evening of fun! But hurry! Seats are limited. Parking is FREE!
OPEN TO: Everyone!
DATE: Saturday, August 13
TIME: Game time 7:05 p.m. (Gates open at 6 p.m.)
LOCATION: Everett Memorial Stadium, 3802 Broadway, Everett
TICKET OPTIONS:
     $18 includes ticket in Cougar Section and adult BBQ dinner
     $13 includes ticket in Cougar Section and child BBQ dinner (ages 10 and under)
CONTACT: For tickets or more information call 1-800-258-6978 or contact Alex Webster at 206-219-2423 or awebster@wsuwest.edu.
DIRECTIONS: Directions and other info available at http://www.aquasox.com
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(NEW!) – “COUGS ‘N CORKS” – 4^thANNUAL KITSAP COUGAR WINE TASTING – 8/17/05
Presented by WSU Alumni of Kitsap County
*Join WSU Alumni and friends for our 4^th Annual Kitsap Cougars wine tasting. Come spend a wonderful summer evening with other Cougs sharing great food, tasting excellent wines and learning about the winery’s operation. HURRY! Space is limited!
OPEN TO: Cougars and friends 21 and over
DATE: Wednesday, August 17
TIME: Festivities begin at 6 p.m.
LOCATION: Bainbridge Island Vineyards & Winery – 8989 Day Road E., Bainbridge Island
DIRECTIONS: http://www.bainbridgevineyards.com/index.htm
COST: $35 for Alumni Association members, $40 for non-members;includes wine and heavy hors d’eorves
CONTACT: For more information and to RSVP contact Sue at (206) 842-1307 or at gowazzu2@hotmail.com
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LINKS TO SITES WITH INFORMATION ABOUT THESE AND OTHER EVENTS
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WSU Alumni Association – http://alumni.wsu.edu
The Bookie – http://www.wsubookie.net (Alumni Assoc. Members *10% off)
WSU West – http://wsuwest.wsu.edu
Washington State Connections – http://www.washingtonstateconnections.com
WSU Museum of Art – http://www.wsu.edu/artmuse
Cougar Gold Cheese – http://www.wsu.edu/creamery/
WSU Career Services – http://www.careers.wsu.edu/
Jobs with WSU – http://www.hrs.wsu.edu/jobs.asp
Cougar Athletics – http://wsucougars.com/
WSU Athletic Foundation – http://www.athletics.wsu.edu/wsuaf/
Cougar Yacht Club – http://www.cougaryachtclub.org
Cougar Alumni Band – http://www.cougaralumniband.org/
CougNet – http://cougnet.wsu.edu/
WSU Foundation – http://wsufoundation.wsu.edu
WSU Homepage – http://www.wsu.edu/
WSU Admissions – http://www.wsu.edu/admissions
Wash. State Magazine – http://www.washington-state-magazine.wsu.edu/
WSU Vancouver – http://www.vancouver.wsu.edu/ca/alum/alumevents.htm
ASWSU – http://www.aswsu.org
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WSU 2005 FOOTBALL SCHEDULE
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Sept. 1 Idaho – Thursday
Sept. 9 at Nevada – Friday
Sept. 17 Grambling State at Seattle (Future Cougar/Band Day)
Sept. 24 – BYE –
Oct. 1 at Oregon State
Oct. 8 Stanford
Oct. 15 UCLA (Homecoming)
Oct. 22 at California
Oct. 29 at USC
Nov. 5 Arizona State (Dad's Day)
Nov. 12 Oregon (Armed Forces Day
Nov. 19 at Washington
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