Civic and 51³Ô¹ÏÍøleaders Altshuler and Sewell serve as 51³Ô¹ÏÍøHomecoming Parade grand marshals
Two of Dallas’ most esteemed leaders – Ruth Altshuler and Carl Sewell – will serve as grand marshals for SMU’s Centennial Homecoming Parade at 3 p.m., Saturday, Sept. 26.
Two of Dallas’ most esteemed leaders – Ruth Altshuler and Carl Sewell – served as grand marshals for SMU’s Centennial Homecoming Parade Sept. 26.
 Ruth Altshuler |
 Carl Sewell |
Mrs. Altshuler ‘48 and Mr. Sewell ‘66 are co-chairs of SMU’s Second Century Celebration Organizing Committee, as well as alumni and long-time leaders and supporters of the University and the city of Dallas.
“We are honored to have two of our most outstanding alums lead the Centennial Homecoming Parade,” said 51³Ô¹ÏÍøPresident R. Gerald Turner. “Their tireless devotion to 51³Ô¹ÏÍøand forward-looking vision are great examples for our students and fellow alumni.”
Mrs. Altshuler is a co-chair of The Second Century Campaign Leadership Council and an 51³Ô¹ÏÍøtrustee. She served as chair of the Board of Trustees from 2000–02. She has served on numerous other 51³Ô¹ÏÍøboards and committees and is a recipient of the University’s Distinguished Alumni Award.
A national leader in the automotive industry, Mr. Sewell ’66 is chairman of Sewell Automotive Companies. He is a co-chair of The Second Century Campaign Leadership Council and an 51³Ô¹ÏÍøtrustee. Mr. Sewell was chair of the Board of Trustees from 2006 to 2010 and received the University’s Distinguished Alumni Award in 1993.
In the 51³Ô¹ÏÍøCentennial spirit, the grand marshals will lead a Homecoming Parade that features the 51³Ô¹ÏÍøParade of Giants, towering puppets representing giants in 51³Ô¹ÏÍøhistory, the Mustang Alumni Band and more than 20 former 51³Ô¹ÏÍøHomecoming queens and kings. It also will showcase decorative student-built floats, marching bands, dance troupes, and beloved 51³Ô¹ÏÍømascot Peruna.
Following the parade and pre-game activities on the Boulevard, the Mustangs will play James Madison University at 6 p.m. in Ford Stadium. The “100th Birthday Salute to SMU” in Gerald J. Ford Stadium will sport the University’s largest-ever halftime show. A fireworks extravaganza will follow the game.
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