We are delighted to announce exclusive events in Tucson that you won't want to miss!
Please join us for a captivating evening under the stars at the Kitt Peak National Observatory. This event will include an intimate dinner with friends, a special presentation, and an opportunity to view the night sky through the WIYN telescope.
In addition, we are excited to host an alumni recognition event honoring Astronomy and Earth and Atmospheric Sciences alumnus Mark Leonard on Thursday, October 3.
4:00 p.m. MT
SR 86 (Ajo Way)
Junction 386
Tucson, AZ 85726
This special ceremony will celebrate the achievements of our distinguished alumnus and provide a wonderful opportunity to connect with College Executive Dean Rick Van Kooten and engage with fellow College and IU alumni, friends, faculty, and staff.
We look forward to celebrating with you and fostering connections within our alumni community. Please RSVP by Thursday, September 26 to secure your spot at this memorable event.
6:00 p.m.
Arizon Inn
2200 E. Elm St.
Tucson, AZ 85719
Mark has been married to Kim since 1991 and has two children, Steven (30) and Kelli (23). He and Kim reside on Lake Conroe in Montgomery, Texas. Mark’s passions include astronomy, golf, basketball, boating, fishing, camping, and traveling the US and world with his family. He has degrees in astrophysics (B.S. '77) and geology (M.A. '79) from Indiana University.
Mark became president of Leonard Exploration in 2008 after retiring from Shell Oil, but spent most of his time volunteering/fundraising as a board member for the Greater Houston YMCA, Hope Center Houston, a local homeless outreach shelter, and as a director/major gifts officer for the Society of Exploration Geophysicists Foundation. He also led multiple church mission teams to Haiti, Belize, and Kenya.
If you have any questions about the event at the Arizona Inn, please e-mail Director of Alumni Engagement Vanessa Cloe.
