E-Newsletter Archive

E-Newsletter ~ August 31, 2007 ~ Vol. 8, No. 1

This is the first regular mailing of the USC University
Club E-Newsletter for the 2007-2008 school year.
We want to keep you informed of special events, new menu
items, seasonal specials, recipes and any news that we
think will help you get the most from your membership.
This and past issues of our newsletter are available
online all the time at http://www.universityclub.edu/

Contents:

1. Welcome Back!
2. Check out New Photo Exhibition – “Salute to USC Scientists"
3. First Pre-Game Football Buffet on Saturday, September, 1, USC vs. Idaho
4. Free Thornton Tickets with Dinner Reservations on Select Thursdays
5. The British Commonwealth Table Resumes on Wednesday, September 26, 2007
6. Save the Date: Complimentary New Member Welcome Tea on 9/27/07
7. Interesting Events on Campus in September
8. Reciprocal Club of the Month
9. Recipe of the Month

The USC University Club extends a warm welcome back to all of our members! We hope your summer was not only stimulating, but relaxing. As fall beckons, the Club has been busy organizing a number of exciting events for you.  Keep watching the weekly updates and the monthly newsletters as the semester progresses.  

Fall Semester Restaurant Hours:

As most of you are aware, we resume dinner service on the first day of classes.

We will be open for dinner for the fall semester beginning Monday, August 27,

2007. Join us Monday through Thursday from 5:00 p.m. to  7:00 p.m.

Bar opens at 4:30 p.m.

Lunch, as usual, is served Monday through Friday, 11:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

For lunch or dinner reservations, please call Alejandra at (213) 740-2030.

Reservations for lunch continue to be very much in demand for those who need them

and can fill up 2 to 3 weeks in advance for the noon hour.  We recommend that if you

find it impossible to plan that far ahead for a lunch, consider walking in before 11:45

or make a reservation for 1:00 or later. 

We do not reserve every table in the dining room for lunch as we know there are

a lot of members who prefer the ability to drop in.  However, even those tables disappear

sometimes by noon.  So, when you call for a reservation and are told that we have no

reservations left, you can still walk in.  Your best chances of getting a table are before

11:45 if you need the noon hour or after 1:00 if you can put it off until then.

Let me know personally if you have any any experience you'd like to share on this issue

as it is something we visit regularly in order to find a system that works for the entire

membership.

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2. New Photo Exhibition Installed – “Salute to USC Scientists”

Stephanie Helper, special programs coordinator, installed the newest photo exhibition,

“Salute to USC Scientists – Geniuses at Work” for this series in the Foyer. Are you on the

wall? Check it out. The people showcased include academic stars from both the University

Park Campus and HSC, including those working in the fields of biosciences, earth

sciences, mathematics, computer science and a range of other dynamic cutting-edge fields.

A special thanks to Claude Zachary, USC archivist, and Alison Engel, University Public

Relations, for their invaluable assistance with this project.

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3. First Pre-Game Football Buffet on Saturday, September, 1, USC vs. Idaho

It’s hard to believe, but the first home game on the 2007 Trojan football schedule is this weekend,

Saturday, September 1, when USC will face Idaho. Kick-off is 7:15 p.m., which means

the USC University Club will open its doors at 4:15 p.m. Come on in and enjoy one of Chef

Orlando Hutcherson’s signature pre-game buffets. Vegetarian items included. The cost

is $16.95 per person for members and $21.50 for  non-members.

Remember that all football game buffets are walk-Ins only. We do no take reservations for

the Saturday game day buffets.

Doors open three hours prior to each home game.

The 2007 home game schedule is as follows: 

Saturday, September 1, 2007       Idaho (Kick-off at 7:15 p.m.)

Saturday, September 22, 2007     Washington State (5:00 p.m.)

Saturday, October 6, 2007              Stanford (4:00 p.m.)

Saturday, October 13, 2007         Arizona (TBA.)

Saturday, November 3, 2007       Oregon State  (5:00 p.m.)

Saturday, December 1, 2007       UCLA(5:00 p.m.)

Fight On!   

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4. Free Thornton Concert Tickets with Dinner Reservations on Select Thursdays

Starting in September 2007, the University Club will offer free Thornton concert tickets with

dinner reservations on the third Thursday of the Month. On Thursday, September 20, 2007,

Larry Livingston will lead the Thornton Symphony in a concert with “Time for Three,” the

string trio that ranges from world music to jazz and rock. Have dinner at the Club and

collect free tickets for your entire party.

For more dinner reservations, please call (213) 740-2030 and specify that you would like to

receive free Thornton tickets.

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5. The British Table is Back!

The first British Table of the 2007-2008 Academic year will take place on

Wednesday, September 26, 2007, in Room D, at noon. All Brits, Aussies

and Anglophiles most welcome! To reserve a spot, please call Stephanie

Helper at (213) 740-5208

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Please join us for our annual complimentary New Member Welcome Tea on

Thursday, September 27, 2007, from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. in the Lounge. Enjoy

traditional English fare such as finger sandwiches, sweets, British teas and even

a glass of wine of two.  

This is a great opportunity to meet new club members and mingle with your Board of

directors. And it’s complimentary!  We hope to see you there. 

Please R.S.V.P. to 213.740.2030 if you are planning on attending.

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Wednesday, September 5, 2007, 12:00 p.m. to 12:50

What Matters to Me and Why

Hear esteemed USC economics professor and expert in Latin American exchange rate

movements, Jeffrey Nugent, describe “What Matters to Me and Why.”

Location: Ground Zero Coffeehouse

Admission: Free; Lunch Served

For more information, please call (213) 740-6110

Tuesday, September 11, 2007, 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m.

Multifaith Celebration of Spirituality and Peace

Students and religious leaders from the world’s diverse faiths and traditions speak to the

importance of creating mutual understanding and working for peace.

Location: Hahn Plaza (near Tommy Trojan)

Admission: Free

Contact: (213) 740-6110

Friday, September 21, 2007, 8:00 p.m.

DJ Spooky: Rhythm Science and Sound Art

Experimental hip-hop artist DJ Spooky will present a dynamic performance that addresses

the function of sound in modern life through a live mix of music, video, literature and sound.

Location: Ground Zero Coffeehouse

For more information, please contact: visionandvoices@usc.edu

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The University Club of Notre Dame is a private not-for-profit organization whose membership includes

faculty, staff, alumni and friends of the University. Founded in 1958, the elegant Club is situated on the

edge of the beautiful Notre Dame campus across from the Eck Notre Dame Visitor’s Center. There is

no better time to visit than in the fall.

If you’re lucky enough to be going to this year’s Notre Dame vs. USC game, scheduled for Saturday,

October 20, 2007, check out this beautiful spot! Lunch service is offered Monday through Friday,

11:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., and dinner service is offered Monday through Saturday, 5:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.

Bar service is available Monday through Thursday from 11:30 a.m. to 10:00 p.m., Friday from 11:30 a.m.

to midnight, and Saturday from 5:00 p.m. to midnight.

Contact Info:

Debbie Colley

(574) 631-4678

http://www.nd.edu/~univclub/

Tips for Planning Your Visit a Reciprocal ACUC Club:

Please call the USC University Club Business Office at 213-740-8345 to request an

ACUC card. Before visiting a reciprocal club, please remember to telephone ahead to

introduce yourself as a member of the USC University Club, confirm the club’s hours,

services and make reservations. Individual clubs may have restrictions in the use of

their facilities or in the frequency of

visits. When you call, be sure to inquire about any restrictions that may apply.

To find out more about the ACUC network of clubs or to find a club in or near your travel

destination, please check the ACUC website at www.acuclubs.org frequently for the

most up-to-date info.

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Since so many of you requested this recipe the last time it was served at lunch, we

couldn't resist. 

A note on peeling peaches.  Personally, I prefer using serrated peeler for peeling peaches,

tomatoes and mangoes.  It is slowly becoming one of my favorite kitchen tools and sure

beats having to blanch, chill and then peel.  You can find  them at most gourmet stores

or online.  Here is just one of many links:

http://www.surlatable.com/product/id/124268.do

Cold Peach Soup with Mint Pesto

(Serves 6 to 8)

3 lb. Fresh peaches peeled, pitted and roughly sliced (About 10 Peaches)
1 ea. Cucumber peeled and roughly sliced
Half of a medium cantaloupe, peeled, seeded and roughly sliced
1 qt. Apple Juice
1 Tbsp. Honey
1 tsp. Cinnamon
1 tsp. Salt

Puree peaches, melon and cucumber in a blender or food processor until smooth. Strain pureed fruits
into a large bowl. Add remaining ingredients, stir and chill for at least 4 hours.

Adjust seasoning and serve in chilled bowls. Garnish with a dollop of mint pesto.

Mint Pesto

2 Bunches of Mint roughly chopped and destemed
1/4 cup Toasted Almonds*
1/4 cup Apple Juice
1 tsp. grape seed oil
1/2 tsp. salt

Put the almonds, juice, oil and salt in a food processor and pulse until pureed. Add the mint, and
process to a smooth texture.

Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour. Taste for salt and pepper and add if needed. Serve the pesto

or refrigerate up to 24 hours.

*To toast nuts: Place nuts in a dry sauté pan over medium heat. Toast, while shaking the pan to avoid

overheating in 1 spot. Remove from the heat after 3 to 5 minutes when the nuts have become a nice pale

golden color.

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