centralight on the cover
fall 2010
Drum major Dave Bechard, leading the Marching Chippewas for the second year this fall, poses on "the rock," inspired by the 1972 photo of drum major David Mumma, '73, below. The marching band circles the rock after home football games, playing the fi ght song in victory or the alma mater following a loss.
COVER PHOTO BY ROBERT BARCLAY
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Homecoming 2010 Meet your grand marshal, and get geared up to visit campus.
A bold new future Get acquainted with President George Ross and his goals for CMU.
Following the leader Learn from alumnus and Mount Pleasant Mayor Jim Holton.
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Learning to lead Meet students who are learning to lead their colleagues and communities.
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Beginning and ending with ROTC Get to know Col. Elaine Edwards, the highest- ranking female offi cer to graduate from the CMU ROTC program.
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The next big thing Get inspiration from entrepreneur Mike Sappington, who fi nds business opportunities in trends.
