Fontbonne University’s 26th Golf Classic

Just as the Sisters predicted, the skies cleared, and a pleasant autumn day greeted the alumni, friends, and supporters who participated in Fontbonne University’s 26th Annual Golf Classic, Tuesday, October 7, 2014, at Norwood Hills Country Club. Net proceeds from the tournament, which returned to Norwood after a three year hiatus to Forest Park, will go to scholarships and academic initiatives that advance the vision of Fontbonne as a preferred destination for students who seek academic excellence in higher education.

Golfers signed up as individuals or a foursome, and some took advantage of many sponsorship packages available. The individual player entry fee amounted to $250 per golfer or $1000 per foursome and included greens fees, golf cart, lunch, cocktail reception, and one golf gift for each team member. Prizes were awarded for first and second flights.

Instead of a dinner and silent/live auctions, Fontbonne concluded with a cocktail reception, partnering with the Eckelkamp College of Global and Professional Studies to promote its internship program. Golfers could relax following a long day on the links and learn about the students and the way the internships possibly could benefit a golfer’s company.

Mission

Fontbonne University, a Catholic coeducational institution of higher learning sponsored by the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet, is rooted in the Judeo-Christian tradition. The university is dedicated to the discovery, understanding, preservation and dissemination of truth. Undergraduate and graduate programs are offered in an atmosphere characterized by a commitment to open communication, personal concern and diversity. Fontbonne University seeks to educate students to think critically, to act ethically and to assume responsibility as citizens and leaders.

Vision

Fontbonne University aspires to be a preferred destination, committed to providing a holistic learning experience rooted in excellence, for those seeking to be educated as leaders to serve a world in need and for those dedicated to educating them.

Values
Fontbonne University honors the values and heritage of the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet by fostering excellence, integrity, respect, diversity, community, justice, service, faith and Catholic identity.

Commitment
Fontbonne University is committed to:

Achieving academic and educational excellence
Advancing historical remembrance, critical reflection and moral resolve
Promoting dialogue among diverse communities
Demonstrating care and respect for each member of the community
Serving the larger community
Preparing individuals to be an ethical and responsible presence to the world.