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MILESTONES Trustee emeritus George Pardee, who served on the board of trustees from 1977 to 1997, passed away in February. During his 20 years on the board, he served as a member of the University Relations committee, finance committee, new age campaign executive commit- tee, committee on trustees, executive committee and the capital executive committee. Mr. Pardee also was a life- time leadership donor and was a member of USD's 50th anniversary honorary committee. Rex Wipff, uncle of Lisa Wipff, an executive assistant in student accounts, passed away Feb. 29. I would like to express my deep thanks to everyone at USO for their love and caring for my best friend, Nancy Olson, during her illness and in the hours of her death. Thank you for the flowers, notes, cards and hours spent at her bedside. Thanks for the meals that were fixed for her and the birthday parties. I could go on and on about the laughter, comfort and support you gave, as well all the special things - big and little - including the beautiful service, Mass and reception in her honor. I will never forget all of you. A Note of Gratitude To my family at USO,

Easter Baskets The American Humanics Student Association will be donating Easter baskets to children staying at the New Alternatives Group Foster Care Homes and the Toussaint Teen Center. All baskets include personal items requested by the children, as well as school supplies, music and candy. Each basket is $15 and must be purchased by April 7. Send your name, address and telephone number, along with a check made payable to USO American Humanics, to Teresa VanHom in Alcala West 2, Room 208. Twilight Retreat University Ministry is hosting a faculty and staff twilight retreat, 5-7:30 p.m., April 15, in the faculty staff lounge in Founders Hall. The retreat, led by Father J.J . O'Leary and Sister Virginia Rodee, includes a tour of Founders Chapel, which this year is celebrating its 50th anniversary, and a light supper. Look for regis- tration forms in your mailboxes or call University Ministry at ext. 4735 to sign up. Reservations are due by April 12. Other regularly scheduled University Ministry events include: Mass for peace at 9 p.m., Wednesdays, in Founders Chapel; daily Mass at 12:10 p.m. in Founders Chapel; and the sacrament of reconciliation at 11 :45 a.m., before the daily Mass, or by appoint- ment with any of the priests on staff. American Indian Celebration A weekend festival celebrating American Indian traditions will be held from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., April 17 and 18, at the Joan B. Kroc Institute for Peace & justice. The event offers a unique opportunity to experience American

Indian art and culture. It will include a fine arts marketplace, where American Indians will show and sell their work. Traditional entertainment such as singing, hoop dancing and storytelling will enrich the experience, along with an educational village featuring a timeline of American Indian history and demonstrations of local cultural activities. Special guests include Albert Smith, a World War II Navajo code talker, and representatives from local tribes. For information, call ext. 4698 or e-mail adeyoung@sandiego.edu. A Campus United Make a difference in the lives of those in need by contributing to USD's 2004-2005 United Way/CHAD Campaign, which this year runs from April 5 to 30. No matter what the amount, your donation counts. The more of us who give, the greater impact we can have on the San Diego community. A free lunch and an informational forum will be held from noon to 1 p.m., April 14, in the Hahn University Center, Room 107. For reserva- tions, or for information about donating, call the Office of Public Relations either at ext. 4659 or ext. 4681. Career Achievement Awards The 10th annual Author E. Hughes Career Achievement awards dinner, honoring USO alumni from each of the university's five schools, will be held at 6 p.m., April 3, in the jenny Craig Pavilion. Tickets for the black-tie dinner are $150 each. Proceeds will benefit USO student scholarships. For information call ext. 4819, or log on to http://alumni.sandiego.edu.

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