THE NEWSLETTER OF THE NORTHWESTERN UNIVERSITY MARCHING AND BAND ALUMNI ORGANIZATION

APRIL 2014

President’s Message: Fundraising Campaign and Enrichment Opportunities Dear NUMBALUMS, I hope this spring 2014 edition of the Growl finds you on a warming trend. The NUMBALUMS are working on several projects to achieve our mission of promoting fellowship among alumni, providing enrichment opportunities, and supporting the Northwestern Liz Driskell - NUMBALUMS Bands. President On March 14, Northwestern officially launched the “We Will” campaign to raise $3.75 billion for all Northwestern programs. A major pillar of the program is improving the student experience. The NUMBALUMS are embarking on a drive to help NUMB with funding to provide an experience befitting The Finest Band in the Land. Working with Dan Farris, Director of Athletic Bands, and members of the Athletics Development team, we are developing an outreach plan to NUMBALUMS, current and former parents, and other friends of NUMB with a goal of raising $400,000 over the next five years. The endowment will be used to help provide financial support to members of NUMB, attract students to leadership roles in the Band, assist in membership retention, and aid the Band department in securing the resources they need to be leaders in field innovation. Please consider a donation to the Northwestern Bands “Push On” Fund. Until we can get an official website set up, please contact Fred Smith at [email protected] to make donations. All contributions, big or small, count toward

the goal of broadening the University’s base of annual support among alumni, parents, and friends during this campaign. Also in these pages, you’ll find information on upcoming NUMBALUMS enrichment opportunities, including a revamped Waa-Mu event in May. You’ll also learn that NUMBALUMS age 55+ qualify for a fantastic national music program called “New Horizons Band” for senior citizens looking for an outlet to perform and get reacquainted with their instruments. We’ll give you a sneak peak into the plans for Homecoming 2014. If you’re interested in leading your class by serving as a reunion chair, please let me know and I’ll help get you in touch with members of your class. The Boneheads are also hosting their second quinquennial Bonehead reunion--and a generous alum has promised to match the section’s contributions to the Northwestern Bands “Push On” Fund (up to $500). Read on for details! I am sure you will enjoy this issue and I look forward to seeing you at future events! P&G, Elizabeth S. Driskell (J93, GBSM95) President, the NUMBALUMS 513 Hearthstone Dr. NW Cedar Rapids, IA 52405 (319) 431-1042 [email protected]

IN THIS ISSUE Page 2 NUBB Alumni Event Alumni returned to their bleacher bum days to cheer on the ‘Cats. Page 4 New Horizons Band An awesome opportunity for alums 55+. Page 5 Homecoming 2014 Hey Mike, guess what day it almost is? Guess what day it almost is? Page 8 Kids Fare...as a Parent Replace your sousa with a diaper bag.

Remember that time College Game Day came to the Lakefill? What is your best memory of the 2013 season? Tell us @NUMBALUMS.

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NUBB Alumni Event 1970s James Bronk (WCAS77; Percussion 7477) is continuing as a percussionist with Symphony Napa Valley, Napa’s professional orchestra. The next full concert is May 25 with the piano and orchestrated versions of “Pictures at an Exhibition,” among other works. Visit here for more information. As a side note, Bronk continues his day job as a diagnostic radiologist for the neighboring community hospitals, completing his 28th year of fun! 1980s Dean Naritoku (WCAS87; Trombone 74-77) writes: My youngest is graduating high school this spring and probably heading to Purdue for engineering. Enjoying winter on the Gulf. Andrew “Drewker” Kerr (C88; Trombone 84-88; Grinder 87-88) and Stephanie “Steph-O” Kerr (C89; Flag) loaded up the truck and moved north of the border to Fox Point, WI. Life behind the Cheddar Curtain has treated them well, and they enjoy flying the purple amidst a sea of red. Steph now works for Harley-Davidson as the Director of Organizational Development, and Andrew has set up his architectural practice in the home office. Some days he wears pants to the office, so call first before stopping by. 1990s Elizabeth Sinadinos Driskell (J93; GBSM95; Clarinet 89-90, Drum Major 91-92; Grad assistant 94) is still teaching band at McKinley Middle School in Cedar Rapids, IA. She and her husband, Thad, are the proud parents of Carolyn (13) and James (11). When not carting the kids to music lessons or sports, the family spent the winter shoveling snow. Liz is looking forward to the spring thaw so she can get out and run again. Chris Hughes (C95; Trumpet 91-92) was hired as the new... (cont. page 3; suspense!)

Thanks to everyone who attended this year’s NUBB Alumni Pep Band event! From piccolos to sousaphones, NUMBALUMS filled in the ranks of the Basketball Band on Saturday, Feb. 8th. Standing by the packed student section, we joined in cheering on the ‘Cats and creating an exciting game day atmosphere at Welsh-Ryan Arena. Go U! NU! (Thanks to Ksjusha Povod for photos.) Right: Tom Kennedy and Holly Aaronson get front row seats to the game with the ever-exuberant alto section.

Left: DomDom Macanas takes a breather from playing sousaphone. Boy do those things require a lot of air support!

Below: NUMBALUMS were joined by NUBB seniors at Prairie Moon after the game. Though the ‘Cats were not ultimately victorious, you can see that the band always wins! See you next year, NUBB!

3 NOTES CONTINUED... ...Director of Fundraising Strategy at RuffaloCODY and is hoping to attend at least six regular season games during the 2014 football season. 2000s Suzie Brown (WCAS02; Clarinet 9901) and Ben Gray (BSM03; Clarinet 9902) welcomed their first son, Zachary Landin Gray, into the world on March 4, 2014. Jim Sheppard is holding a job in the band office for him in the fall of 2032! Julie (Seward) Schatz (WCAS02, GC07; Mello 98-02) and her husband, Paul, had a baby girl on May 26, 2013. Baby Sonja has enjoyed listening to NUMB and NUBB at football games and basketball games. She plans to learn a brass instrument and is currently practicing by blowing raspberries. Nicole “Tink” Collins (WCAS11; Mello 07-10) has been selected as one of National Geographic’s 2014 Grosvenor Teachers Fellows. This summer, she will complete a circumnavigation of Iceland and conduct research on ecology lesson plans. Nicole teaches middle school science on South Dakota’s Rosebud Reservation. Christina Schonberg (WCAS11; Drumline 07-10) received her M.A. in Psychology from UCLA this winter and is continuing on for her Ph.D. Mollie McDougall (BSM02; Mello) had twin daughters Julia and Rachel! Julie (Bartoszek) (J08; Guard 04-07) and Andrew Levin (WCAS07; Trombone 04, 06) are pleased to introduce 6 lb. 7 oz. Jacob Bradley. Rest assured, we have already bought him his first NU layette and play music to him nightly in hopes of making NUMB a family tradition!

NUMB takes on DM, earns second place By Sam Gbur (WCAS14; Clarinet 10-13) This year I joined the 120-Hour Club as I danced for the fourth time with NUMB. This year’s team was an especially motivated group of veteran and new dancers. In the months leading up to the big weekend, we fundraised by canning in Evanston, writing letters to family and friends, and The NUMB DM team took second place in the small group category. auctioning items, including raising $17,471.63 which contributed homemade baked goods and serenades. to the total amount of more than $1.38 On Friday, March 7th at 7 p.m., we million to support Team Joseph and kicked off the weekend, and over the the Evanston Community Foundation. next 30 hours we danced, sang, and NUMB ended the 30 hours with our traheard stories from families dealing with dition of circling up for the Alma Mater. Duchenne muscular dystrophy. Even As sad as I am to leave Dance Marawhen our feet hurt and our voices were thon, I could not have asked for a better gone, we were there to keep each othyear or be more proud of our team. I am er motivated and get through the tired leaving the team in the hands of a great times. group of dancers and am confident that All of NUMB’s hard work was recogNUMB will continue to do amazing nized when we won second place in the things for DM in the years to come. small-group fundraising category for

Mark your Calendars April 12: Spring football practice. Join NUMB and the Northwestern football team for the annual open spring practice. There is no cost to attend. Game time TBD (last year it was 10 a.m.). April 26: NUMB at Wrigley. Join NUMB for a Northwestern lacrosse game at Wrigley Field next month. Keep an eye on your inbox for more details. May 11: The annual NUMBALUMS reception and Waa-Mu show. Bring mom and join us for an afternoon of hors d’oeuvres and a meet-and-greet

with the NUMBALUMS class of 2014, followed by a 2 p.m. viewing of the 83rd annual Waa-Mu show at Cahn Auditorium. Registration will be posted online in April. May 17: Kids Fair: Prancing and Dancing. The celebrated DanceWorks Chicago company gambols across the stage sharing their creative, energetic, and joyous blend of music and dance. Click here for more information. View the full NUMBALUMS calendar at go.numbalums.org/calendar.

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And the Band Plays On:

ie friends,” she more Introducing the New Horizons than holds Band for musicians age 55+ her own with the By Betty Hibben (WCAS60) band. There is also Gene, Does your horn become covered in dust a 90-yearwhile awaiting homecoming? Wouldn’t it old World be great if your “chops” didn’t wither afWar II Army ter the first repeat of “Go U”? Here is bugler who the answer to these problems: people 55 is a stalwart and older can join one of over 200 New member of Horizons Bands (NHB) all across the the North United States and Canada. This would Shore trumcertainly include many NUMBALUMS. pet section. NHB are made up of enthusiastic muThese are sicians who played earlier in their lives just two ex- Hibben and Janes with the director and founder of the North Shore New Horiand want to get back to the fun they reamples of zons Band, Sally Bowers. member. Plus, NHB also welcomes and people who 35 years teaching and coaching tennis teaches eager beginners who have never benefit from the challenges, camarade- players and managing tennis facilities. even held an instrument before. rie, and joy that come with making music During that time, my instruments never In 2000, Sally Bowers started the North with others. I might also point out that left their cases, but I knew I’d someday Shore NHB. She also directs the group scientific research has proven that play- return to doing something I truly love: at DePaul. The groups are two of a ing music, especially in a group, has a playing the flute and piccolo. Finally, handful in the Chicagoland area. Each positive impact on our brains. as my work schedule eased up, I found group is filled with inspiring stores such As for me, I started playing flute when an excellent teacher to guide my re-enas Alison. After retiring from her career I was seven years old. Later, as a North- try. That is when I met Sally Bowers. as a math and science educator, Alison western undergraduate, I continued to Of course she told me about NHB and decided it would be fun to play the flute study with Emil Eck, professor of flute, joined the North Shore NHB in 2005. even though she had no previous muand played in the Concert Band and Since then, some of my memorable exsical experience. Now, after lessons and Basketball Pep Band. I then spent over periences have included going to NHB practicing on her own and with her “flutsummer band camps at Interlochen CenBetty Hibben and Bob Janes practice for an upcoming North Shore New Horizons concert. ter for the Arts. Just recently a fellow came to our rehearsal and I recognized him as Bob Janes, the winner of the Oldest NUMBALUM Award at the 2012 and 2013 Homecomings. It is wonderful having him with us. His clarinet has had a “tune-up” and Bob is truly a part of the band—not just at Homecoming. This made me think there must be hundreds of other NUMBALUMS in the U.S. who would love to become involved in a NHB. Are you one of them? If you are too young, how about passing the word along to Mom or Dad? For more information, visit www.newhorizonsmusic.org and www.NorthShoreNhb.org.

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Are you ready for Homecoming 2014? It’s time to start planning! The NUMBALUMS want YOU to find your classmates and get them to come back with you to your milestone reunion (5, 10, 15, etc.). Last year, the entire sousa section from the class of ‘93 made the trip (see photo at left), and the class of 2012 were the most represented. There are plenty of activities for everyone. We need some go-to people for each class. Please send an email to Liz Driskell at [email protected] if you would like to get more involved.

The entire class of ‘93 sousaphones marched at halftime--Jean and Dave Mrachko, Matthew Patten, and Andrew Pigott. Their participation was made possible by Josh Thompson (BSM95), who provided extra sousaphones for them to play! Did you know? This year, Homecoming actually starts Thursday night! If you’re in town early, attend the Thursday evening NUMB practice and spirit session (see photo at right) to watch the band in near-final form and get a dose of what today’s NUMBers do to get pumped up before the big game. In the words of NUMBALUM Josh “Huffy” Berner (Grinder 1997-8): NUMBALUMS, here’s your chance to attend a separate Thursday night spirit session -- special NUMBALUMS edition! Join us if you dare!....and your replacement hip isn’t acting up. You remember what happened last year. What a scene! You writhing on the ground desperately hanging on to your lifesize stuffed Willy the Wildcat figurine as a suspiciously intelligent pack of wild raccoons tried to rip it from your fingers and use it as a furry battering ram to knock down the door to Alison Hall, behind which your wife was hiding in the pitch dark, a tiny, purple pencil light as her only source of hope! We definitely don’t want a repeat. So please take your pain meds this time. Look for more details in the fall edition of The Growl. All photos on this page courtesy of Liz Driskell. Left: The 2013 Drum Major attendees; below: Alumni meet at Prairie Moon after the parade.

For fun Homecoming 2013 facts, push on to page 7!

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Coming Home After 25 Years By Kevin McDonald (WCAS90; Clarinet 86-87) I remember John P. Paynter conducting the Alma Matter and I remember marching toward the corn at band camp. I also remember some very cold Saturdays supporting the ‘Cats, and, of course, the wonderful people that I met in the band. The last time I marched or played the clarinet was in the fall of 1987. Ryan Field was still Dyche Stadium, and I was a sophomore. I spent two amazing years in NUMB. I now live in my hometown of Ann Arbor, Michigan, with my wife, Deborah; daughter, Blake Ellington, 8; and son, Jackson Coltrane, 6. As the names of our kids suggest, music is very important to us. Football is also important to us. My hometown notwithstanding, we have had season football tickets at Northwestern for more than 10 years. At the games, we sit with two other NUMBALUMS who live in Madison, WI. Seeing them is just as important to me as going to the games. Over the years, I thought many times about marching at Homecoming, which eventually turned into talking about it, and finally, doing it. I came to the conclusion that it was time, despite not having played or marched for over 25 years, and despite realizing that I may not know or remember anyone there. I just wanted to be on the field with the Band to see what old memories I would recall, what fun I could have, and to see what new memories I could create.

My main concern coming back after a quarter century was that I would not be able to play the clarinet. After having little success playing an old instrument that I borrowed from a friend, I solved this problem by purchasing the best clarinet that $99 can buy on Amazon. No kidding. I contacted the NUMBALUMS, requested and received the music a couple of weeks early, and practiced for my Ryan Field debut. Playing again at Homecoming was an unforgettable experience. Everyone was incredibly welcoming and helpful. Practice did pay off and I played many more notes than I missed, although it quickly became clear that regardless of my ability, I still would have been welcomed with open arms. I talked to a few people that I recognized from so long ago, but also to so many more people from other years who shared their stories of life in the Band. I now have great new memories of NUMB: marching in the parade next to Bob Janes, a fellow clarinet player who marched in the Rose Bowl in 1949; waving at my kids from the field; participating in the big circle at the end of the postgame show; and the interesting conversations that I had with so many NUMBALUMS. I’m looking forward to returning this fall. Maybe I’ll play a few more notes and hit a few more hash marks, and maybe not. No matter what, I know that I will be having fun, because I’ll be in the Band. If you have never been back, or if it’s been awhile since you’ve returned, consider making the trip. Your fellow NUMBALUMS will support you, and there are new memories to be made.

Push On, a New Tradition By Michael San Gabino (BSM13; Tenor 09-10; Drum Major 11-12) If you didn’t have the guts to look at the score board this past season at Ryan Field, you might have glanced at the student section and noticed some hands flying in the air during the second ending of “Push On,” mimicking the cymbal part. During the second or third game of 2013, I first noticed a handful of students playing along with their imaginary cymbals. Gradually throughout the year, more students proved they were natural cymbal players. What ignited this movement? I have no idea. But as any college sports fan knows, movements that all audience members can do—not just the band or the spirit squad—foster unity. It’s easy to get caught up in all of the internal NUMBisms, but perhaps this season more than ever, let’s try and promote this simple movement to literally push on and show our perseverance as Wildcat fans. Don’t know what I’m talking about? Grab your favorite cymbal alum for a refresher or look over to the passionate students across the field this season. And, as always, don’t forget to give a hearty “Go ‘Cats” afterward!

Clarinet alumni at Homecoming 2013. (Photo courtesy of Liz Driskell)

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FUN FACTS about Homecoming 2013: Inspiration to outdo yourself this year

The Bonehead attendance at Homecoming 2010. (Photos courtesy of Brittany Petersen)

Bonehead Reunion 2014 Calling all trombone alumni! The boneheads are hosting their second quinquennial Trombone Reunion at Homecoming 2014. Our first reunion in 2009 saw dozens of attendees, a delicious pizza dinner, and a hard-fought evening of whirleyball, and the section has maintained exemplary attendance at each Homecoming since. If you’re not already on the bonehead listserv, make sure you get the official invite and information by contacting Skittles (C15) at [email protected] and Viscount (WCAS12) at [email protected].

Above: 2009 boneheads at whirleyball.

Boneheads double their impact Bonehead alum and former Spirit Leader BJ Mitchell has pledged to match donations to the new Northwestern Bands “Push On!” Fund from current and alumni boneheads, up to a total of $500! To make your donation, contact Fred Smith at [email protected]; if you’re a bonehead alum, be sure to include “Donation from a Bonehead” in the subject line and CC Liz Driskell at [email protected].

An incredible cast of illustrious NUMBALUMS (see below photo), including Charlie Nevaril (McC63, KSM71), Chuck Hawes (BSM67, GBSM70 and 77), Debbie Katz Knowles (BSM77, GBSM78), Connie Donnelly (BSM76), Pete Friedmann (C79), and Gary Rubin (WCAS73), delighted us as panelists in the NUMB History Session, “Changes: The 60’s & 70’s.” Bruce and Marietta Paynter were also in attendance and added their unique perspective on the era. Kudos to Christina Langlois (C94) for organizing this event. To watch the full History Panel, visit http://youtu.be/N6fJBy4cJ4Q. Our pregame performance was dedicated to ‘49 Rose Bowl Drum Major Glenn Opie, who passed away on August 11, 2013. NUMBALUMS drum majors Michael San Gabino (BSM13), Will Borges (WCAS11), Evan Gray (WCAS09), Brad Jepson (BSM07, McC07), Emily Haak Mayekar (WCAS07), and Elizabeth Sinadinos Driskell (J93, GBSM95) offered a special salute. To watch the tribute and

The full History Panel is available for online viewing here.

full pregame performance, visit http://youtu.be/gIHw9t5e_TI. The NUMBALUMS 2013 general membership meeting was held on Homecoming Sunday. The minutes are available here. Officially, there were 168 NUMBALUMS registered for Homecoming. Bob Janes (B55) won the “Forever Purple” award for his 58th Homecoming. Zack Moy (WCAS11) traveled 2,145 miles from San Francisco to Ryan Field to win the “Go The Distance” award. Fifty-five NUMBALUMS marched in Friday night’s parade. Piccolo player Betty Hibben (WCAS60) marched in the Homecoming parade for the first time. Women weren’t allowed to be in the marching band when she was a student. Read about Betty’s experience with the innovative New Horizons Band on page 4 of this edition of The Growl. The newest NUMBALUMS, the class of 2013, had 8 recent graduates participate in their first Homecoming. The class with the highest participation was 2012, with 20 members. The section with the most participation were the Trombones with 24 registered members. Percussion was a close second at 23.

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Kids Fare, On the Other Side By Kingsley Tang (BSM04) It’s often said that being a parent changes your perspective on everything. It’s true. When my son Ollie was born last spring, many aspects of my life took on a new dimension. I expected this change, but I never dreamed that being a parent would change my perspective on Kids Fare. Let’s be honest. For most band members, Kids Fare is hardly the highlight of the season. Even though I work with kids for a living, it never was particularly meaningful for me either when I was in the Band. There was the time when a kid literally marched into me and started crying hysterically, which led to about a month of my section jokingly mocking me for my cruel treatment of kids. Then there was the time that a kid went up to my friend Mike and without warning stuck his entire mouth on his saxophone mouthpiece, blew as hard as he could and ran off, coating the mouthpiece with a sticky mixture of saliva, snot, and boogers. Of course, there were also cute memories like watching a flock of kids engulf the drumline during the instrument “petting zoo” and seeing the color guard make the kids giggle by waving their flags over their heads. And especially since Mr. Farris became a dad as well, he channels Mr. Rogers while narrating the program. Ten years after my last Kids Fare, my wife Diana and I attended our first Kids Fare as parents. Of course, we were excited to take our son to this event. NUMB had such a positive effect on our lives and we couldn’t wait to share it with Ollie. However, we were also worried. The thing is, Ollie’s first football game was difficult. We saw NUMB during pregame, but we didn’t make it to halftime. Ollie doesn’t like loud noises, the logistics of caring for a baby in a football stadium were a bit challenging, and it just became clear that he wasn’t enjoying himself.

We considered simply waiting until next year to introduce Ollie to NUMB, but then we remembered Kids Fare. It seemed perfect. Kids Fare was shorter, and it was indoors. And this time we armed ourselves with baby headphones. As soon as we walked in the stadium before the concert, Mr. Farris greeted us warmly and really made us feel welcome. When NUMB hit the fanfare, I was struck by how crisp their sound was, the musical accuracy and the energy of their sound. Then I panicked for a second, concerned about how the volume was affecting Ollie. As I turned to him, I saw him sitting on Diana’s lap with his purple headphones gazing down at NUMB with wonder. Kids Fare was a great experience. The length of the show was perfect for Ollie, who was barely five months old at the time. We were so happy to be able to share NUMB with him. And next year he can actually participate. One of the reasons that I loved being in NUMB was that it was a way that I could serve the community. NUMB members don’t get paid to march at football games; they do it to spread spirit and enthusiasm. Kids Fare goes beyond this. It reaches out to people who

don’t necessarily enjoy football. It teaches kids about music. It also creates a space that allows parents and children to connect with NUMB in a unique way that doesn’t happen at other times in the season. Part of me wants to go back in time and tell my undergrad self to stop whining as I’m getting up to go to Kids Fare. Since this is impossible, I’ll do this: Hey NUMB! Thanks for doing Kids Fare. It means a lot to your audience. Don’t forget that this audience is full of NUMBALUMS and their children. I can’t put on that uniform anymore and show my son what Pride & Guts is all about, but you can. Thanks. To read more about adventures in parenting, teaching, and music check out his blog: www.purplereaction.blogspot.com.

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HEY BAND! Ryan Field is shaken up. Athletics recently announced the reconfigured Ryan Field--click here to see the new seat/pricing chart. As part of the changes, NUMB has been moved to section 111, on the east side of the field, along with the student section. The band’s pregame and halftime shows will still face the press box (west) side of the field, as usual. Of course, there are pros and cons to seats on each side of the field--but regardless of where your seats end up, we look forward to seeing you at games and tailgates next season! Click here to read the Athletics FAQ.

VP-Membership Christina Langlois at [email protected]. Want to make a donation? To make a gift today, click here, and in the “my designation” line, type “Benefit NU Bands” to ensure your donation goes straight to the band program. Every gift counts, so please consider donating as little as $9 or as much as you can. You can also donate during the membership sign-up process.

The Northwestern Archives is cataloguing its collection of NUMB uniforms for an upcoming display in the library this fall. However, they need our assistance. During this spring and summer keep an eye on the NUMBALUMS Facebook page for pictures of uniCheck out Our Northwestern, the new NUMBALforms for which they cannot find a date. If you know the UMS online platform! The NAA has launched its new date of a uniform or have pictures/video of you wearing interactive alumni database, Our Northwestern, which it, let us know on the page! Who better to solve their dithe NUMBALUMS will now use to keep track of memlemma than those who wore those uniforms themselves. bership, send emails and set up event registration. Visit the site and populate your profile today! An important and exciting project is in the works: a book recounting, in personal terms, John P. Paynter’s Congratulations to the class of 2014! The NUMlife and career. Consisting of a series of reflections on BALUMS look forward to welcoming the 49 graduating JPP as a person, musician, motivator, innovator, and edmembers of NUMB to the alumni ranks next year. ucator, by some of those who knew him best, the book will be compiled and edited by NU music grad and JPP Do you bleed purple? Of course you do--you’re a student Mark Camphouse, now Professor of Music at NUMBALUM! Our organization performs multi-facGeorge Mason University and an award-winning cometed work to promote fellowship, provide enrichment poser of many contemporary standards for wind band. opportunities and support the Northwestern Band proThe anticipated publication date is December 2014. gram. Read about our work in 2012-2013 at More details will follow in the fall Growl. go.numbalums.org/impact12-13. If you’d like to get involved with NUMBALUMS leadership, email President Have an awesome story idea for the fall Growl? We Liz Sinadinos Driskell at [email protected]. all know you have a good one just waiting to be shared. Submit it to [email protected] and Molly ColAre you stocked with priority points? The club hostlins will ensure your inner Wilde and Longfellow are laid ed successful pre-game tailgates at every home game this out for all the NUMBALUMS nation to admire! season, and we’d like to do it again next year. If you’d like to donate one or more parking passes next season, email VP-Programming Ksjusha Povod at [email protected]. Not a dues-paying member? Please consider paying dues--just $20 annually!--and join the NUMBALUMS to support our mission of band fellowship, enrichment and advocacy. Visit the NUMBALUMS space in Our NorthWishing you a warm, wonderful spring and western for more information on the perks of member- summer, Wildcats! (Summer? I hardly even ship and how to join. If you have any questions, email know her!...But, actually.)