Jennifer and Sue greeted the students, faculty, and alumni with decorative beads. The pair served up some home cooked Cajun fare including jambalaya, shrimp Creole, and red beans, served over beds of rice. A traditional King’s Cake—with the requisite plastic baby hidden inside—topped off the meal. Chemistry professor Bob Paine found the baby in his piece of cake; according to custom, Bob will have to supply the King’s Cake next Mardi Gras.

Mary Broemel, ’77, ’85, loved the varying opinions expressed. Math professor Michael Buchner found the dinner “excellent and the company delightful.” UNM Varsity soccer player Jonathan Weaver, of Tulsa, Oklahoma, was literally a great sport trying the Cajun fare, even though he’s not a seafood fan.

All in all, everyone had a great time and appreciated the opportunity to make new friends. Said Bob Paine, “Bonnie and I enjoyed the meal and conversation. This is a good idea and I wish you luck with future events.”

Two more dinners have been planned, with others pending warmer weather. If you would like to host a dinner or would like to be included as a guest, please click here to fill out the form and fax it to Sue MacEachen at 505-277-6844. You may also email Sue with any questions you might have at smac14@unm.edu.

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