Report of appreciation western 2016 by Western Colorado University

BECAUSE OF YOU.

Report of Appreciation 2015-16

This publication is dedicated to the memory of Sandra Mark and Sven Wiik, dear friends of the Foundation whom we lost in the last year.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

SANDRA LEE

Sandra Lee Mark and Sven Wiik

A message from Eric Ferchau

Greetings from Gerry Shear

A Recap of this Year

Greetings from Greg Salsbury

Wise Gift Options

Greetings from Tom Burggraf

Year in Review

to the University

Bigger and Better

Meet the Foundation Board Officers

Remembering Western’s Finest

Meet the Foundation Board Directors

A Retained Life Estate

Celebrating Planned Givers

Because of You

A Special Invitation from Pierce Estate

Western’s Resurgence

to Western

Meet the Staff

Dedication

Foundation President

Western President

Foundation Executive Director

Foundation’s Support

Officers of the Board

Directors of the Board

The Heritage Society

Name an Endowment

Making a Charitable Bequest

Celebration of Giving Banquet

School of Business

Redirecting Your Taxes

Mountaineer Athletics

Mountain Sports

In Memoriam

Gift Your House

Honor Roll

W3000

Western State Foundation

Center for Environment and Sustainability Center Priorities

OUR MISSION: To provide financial leadership and support of the Western State Colorado University vision while offering an ever-improving and remarkable learning environment.

Sandra Lee Mark was born Nov. 28, 1931 in Ashland, Kan. and died Feb. 13, 2016. She was the only child of James Joseph and Fred Mae Smidl, both prior residents of Gunnison. James served in both WWII and the Korean War which caused the family to move in and out of Gunnison. The family returned to Gunnison after his service and James took over the newspaper. She graduated from Gunnison High School in 1949 and started at Western State College. She met Leon Gilbert (Okie) Mark, a fellow student, at a dance in Almont in 1949. Okie proposed on their first date and they married on Aug. 6, 1950. Okie and Sandy left Gunnison when he began what turned into a 31-year career in the United States Air Force. This was the beginning of an odyssey that caused them to move 29 times in support of his career as an USAF officer. During those years she lived in nine different states and three foreign countries; England, Russia (formerly USSR) and Germany. She was a dedicated wife and devoted mother to Mike and Stacey with a special way of creating a home no matter where the family lived. Tragically, Mike was killed in 1978 in an F-15 accident. Sandy and Okie moved back to Gunnison after they retired from the USAF. At that time she enrolled in Western and graduated in 1987 at the age of 56. She lost her beloved Okie in 1996. Mark was a tireless worker in her community. Some of her past affiliations include the Gunnison Council for the Arts, the Gunnison Home Association, and the Gunnison Valley Hospital Board of Trustees. She is also a past president of the Western State College Foundation Board of Directors, and a former member of the Western Board of Trustees. She is survived by her loving daughter, Stacey, who currently lives in North Carolina with a house full of fur children and was by her side when she died. Sandy was one of the best friends a person could have. She is remembered for her sense of style (never being seen without her lipstick), her way with words, her quick wit and turn of phrase, her love of animals and as an encourager to all. We mourn. Gunnison Country Times

MARK

SVEN

Western State Colorado University and the rest of the skiing world lost a legend on July 5, 2016. Legendary ski coach and Mountaineer Sports Hall of Fame inductee Sven Wiik passed away at the age of 95 in Steamboat Springs, Colorado of natural causes. Sven was a member of Western State Foundation’s Board of Directors in the Foundation’s early years. “Sven Wiik’s contributions to Western and the international skiing community are beyond measure,” Western’s Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer Brad Baca said. “Western and the Gunnison Valley were fortunate to have him as a coach to our students, a mentor to our faculty and staff as well as an engaged community member.” Wiik was a member of the inaugural class for the Mountaineer Sports Hall of Fame in 1995, and has been inducted into the Colorado Ski and Snowboard Hall of Fame (1979) and the National Ski Hall of Fame (1981). He received the Halsted Memorial Trophy (the highest award given by the Rocky Mountain Division of the United States Ski Association) in 1970, the Blegan Award from the United States Ski Association in 1974 for outstanding service to the sport of skiing, and the Tony Wise Award American Birkebeiner in 2010. Over his 19 years at Western, Wiik coached 12 Mountaineers who went on to Olympic and FIS competition, and coached U.S. teams at the World Championships in Finland (1958), the Squaw Valley Olympic Games (1960) and the International-University Competition in Italy (1996). He also served on the NCAA Ski Rules Committee, the USSA Nordic Competition Committee, the USSA Olympic Ski Games committee, the US Ski Education Foundation Board of Trustees, and was part of the organizing committee for the 1980 Lake Placid Olympic Games. Along with coach Marty Hall, they designed the course of the Birkebeiner — North America’s premier ski marathon from Cable to Hayward, Wisconsin. “I always wanted to be like (Wiik) as a coach, teacher and person,” Mountaineer Sports Hall of Fame inductee and Western professor Dr. Duane Vandenbusche said. “Sven was the father of nordic skiing in the U.S. and really put Western on the map.” Wiik was also a professor of health and physical education at Western, earning Emeritus Professor honors in 1984. Along with introducing the Gunnison community to gymnastics and crosscountry skiing, Wiik was at the forefront of teaching swimming lessons when the Paul Wright Gym Natatorium opened. Wiik helped teach the Gunnison youth, as well as certifying lifeguards. Wiik was born in Solleftea, Sweden, on Feb. 27, 1921, and competed in the demonstration sport of gymnastics in the 1948 Olympics in London. He came to America the next year, landing briefly in Chicago. Wiik had an offer to coach at Lake Placid, New York, but Gerry Groswold, who would later become the president of Winter Park Ski Area, urged the young man to contact Western. After leaving Western, Sven and his wife, Birthe (Bitte), moved to Steamboat from Gunnison where they built the Scandinavian Lodge. Later, they established the Steamboat Ski Touring Center on a golf course not far removed from Steamboat Ski Area. Their daughter Birgitta Lindgren and granddaughter Kajsa Lindgren are continuing the family tradition at the touring center. Wiik remained active in skiing competition throughout the National Masters Ski Program and was a 1987 and 1992 member of the National Masters Ski Team. He competed in 15 World Masters Championships from 1992-to-2011. Gunnison Country Times

WIIK

Prior to going to press, we learned of the passing of Mabel Musgrave, a friend of Western and the mother of alumnus and former Foundation Board member, Jim Musgrave ’64 and the late Frank Musgrave ‘68. Mabel supported the Foundation with generous scholarship gifts in Frank’s memory, which touched the lives of many students. We will miss Mable dearly. She was 101.

FOUNDATION PRESIDENT

GERRY SHEAR Dear Western Alumni and Friends, “Because of you” is the grateful theme of this year’s Annual Report of Appreciation. In my final year as President of Western State Foundation, I want to make sure you know that because of you, the world is a better place. That may sound like a lofty statement, but I know it is true. We all want to make a difference in the lives of others, and to be a force for good for our families, friends, communities, and the causes we care about most deeply. I assure you that because you give to Western’s mission, that you are doing exactly that. Because of you and your generosity, the Foundation was able to invest more than $6 million in the students and programs of Western last fiscal year alone! One of the things that trills me most is that, unlike at other large and impersonal institutions, life at Western is different the day after you make your gift than it was the day before. Careful stewardship, great appreciation and commitment to continuous improvement at Western ensure that. And that’s all made possible because of you. Because of you, $845,000 in privately-funded scholarships were awarded to Western students, many of whom would otherwise not have been able to pursue a university education. Others are top scholars or athletes who are at Western because of a scholarship, enhancing our community and inspiring others to reach higher than they ever before aspired. Behind every scholarship is the life of a precious and promising student, whose life and future impact on the world is elevated…because of you. Western is not done yet. After 115 years, Western is still becoming, advancing, growing into an ever greater force for good. And it’s because of you. You and I do many things that leave us wondering, “Did I really made a difference?” Rest assured that in regard to your selfless investment in the lives of our students through the unique University we love, you have indeed made a difference, touched lives, brought hope, inspired service, and changed the world. And I’m grateful to be able to say that it’s “because of you.” Thank you.

MONICA NEWMAN. PRESIDENT 1953-2015. WESTERN

GREG SALSBURY Fiscal year 2015-16 was another challenging but overall positive year of change for Western. I am pleased to report that Western’s overall health has improved yet again. Our marketing efforts were magnified significantly; our selectivity as an institution was enhanced; new academic programs were launched; we launched a number of new student engagement programs; and our fiscal condition improved. Driven largely by more recruiting presence and activity on the Front Range, targeted advertising, and digital media campaigns we saw sharp increases in our number of applications, admissions, preview day visits, and campus visits. Correspondingly, we saw another boost in headcount and FTES, 5.5% and 6.5%, respectively. Perhaps due in part to this improved profile we were named for the third year in a row to Forbes Top 100 Colleges of the West – and moved up a few notches. We ranked number five for schools advocating Environmental Science; and we were named a “Top Adventure School.” We also saw significant improvements and/or additions to our academic programs. We approved new programs in Wildlife Biology and Finance, while significantly updating the Energy Management program [formerly PLRM] as well as the Educational Administration emphasis. We also finalized plans for our ICEHouse project and building pending subsequent funding. The inaugural class of our Masters in High Altitude Performance Physiology matriculated and we added a new graduate program in Master in Gallery Management and Exhibit Specialization which welcomed its first class this fall. Our athletic teams saw another year of impressive performances. We improved our rank in the national Learfield Directors Cup, moving from 48th to 39th out of over 250 Division II institutions and had the third highest finish among 14 RMAC institutions. The women’s cross-country team had another top ten finish in the national finals and our wrestling team finished with the academic national championship.

Best regards,

We continue to invest in one of our most important assets – our beautiful campus facilities. The $26 million Quigley Hall renovation was completed. Western’s composite financial index landed in the “strong” range for the first time in several years.

Gerry A. Shear (’92) President, Western State Foundation

When I first arrived, I analogized our challenge at Western to a car being stuck in a ditch – with the first priority being to get the car out of the ditch. As we begin my third year I feel confident that the car is nearly out, and that our new strategic plan can begin to focus more on where we might want to drive it.

We would not have been able to make this progress without the generosity of key Western alumni and friends who contributed not only to traditional university pursuits but to more abstract concepts such as advertising, marketing, and recruiting. These investments have turned out to be critical for Western’s survival and success. Sincerely,

Greg Salsbury President

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

TOM BURGGRAF

2015-16 (FISCAL YEAR) FOUNDATION’S SUPPORT

TO THE UNIVERSITY Departments and Programs

$2,203,683

Dear Western Alumni and Friends, Because of you, the lives of many students have been changed for the better.

Scholarships

$854,166

Fundraising

$262,673

In-Kind Gifts

$2,200,659

Fixed Assets

$534,909

Because of you, potential is being unleashed. Because of you, futures are brighter. Because of you, expert faculty, coaches and staff mentor, challenge and encourage our students to become their best selves. Because of you, at Western records are being re-written goals are being exceeded scholarships are being provided opportunities unlocked. Because of you, at Western heartfelt appreciation is epidemic life-altering-transformation is common hope and zeal abound and the best is yet to come.

TOTAL SUPPORT: $6,056,090

Because of you, the world is better. As you enjoy the pictures of smiling, thriving and grateful students – know that they represent many others like them. And the towering aspirations they will realize are unimaginable…because of you. And because of you, I am overwhelmed with gratitude. Thank you. Warmly,

TOTAL GIFTS AND SUPPORT RAISED:

$5,599,437

Thomas F. Burggraf, Jr. Executive Director, Western State Foundation

OFFICERS OF THE BOARD GERRY A. SHEAR

PRESIDENT

Western ’92 (Business); Managing Principal, GSA Management; Las Vegas, NV.

ROBERT WRIGHT

DIRECTORS OF THE BOARD TRAVIS BERRY

Western ’92 (Biology); Founder and President, Politicalworks LLC; Denver, CO.

VICE PRESIDENT

PETER BIRKHOLZ

MAXINE PIERCE

SECRETARY

TERRY BRACE

HENRY “HANK” D. WINDMOELLER

DONNA FAULKNER

Western ’00 (Business); Co-Founder & CEO, Bungalow Clothing; Agoura Hills, CA.

Western ’74 (Business & Accounting); Retired Bank Auditor; Farmington, NM.

TREASURER

Western ’73 (Accounting); Director, Baker Tilly Virchow Krause, LLP; Philadelphia, PA.

Sam Houston State ’75, ’76; Managing Partner, Sam Houston Group, LP; Huntsville, TX.

Western ’74 (History & Political Science) ’78 (MA, Education); President & CEO, Brace Leadership Associates, LLC; Colorado Springs, CO.

Western ’68 (English); Partner, West Elk Resources; Crawford, CO.

DENISE LARSON HALLIGAN Western ’78 (Business); Commercial Banker, Colorado Business Bank; Arvada, CO.

Left to Right: Dan Wenzinger, Denise Halligan, Bryan Tutor, Brian Johnson, Donna Faulkner, Terry Brace, Mark Stewart,

6 Hank Windmoller, Rob Wright, Peter Birkholz, Travis Berry

DIRECTORS OF THE BOARD VALERIE HASTINGS

ROBERT MCGRAW

DON JACKSON

JAMES SHAFFER

STEVE JAQUITH

MARK STEWART

Western ’83 (Accounting); Valerie J Hastings CPA PC; Lakewood, CO.

Western ’80 (Accounting); Managing Partner, Ware, Jackson, Lee, O’Neill, Smith & Barrow, LLP law firm; Houston, TX.

Western ’83 (Business); Managing Director, Denver Hub & Colorado Region, United Airlines; Aurora, CO.

Western ’73 (Business); President, Streetscapes, Inc.; Aurora, CO.

Western ’79 (Geology); Sr. Account Manager, Schlumberger Technology Corp.; Parker, CO.

BRIAN JOHNSON

BRYAN TUTOR

SEAN MARKEY

DAN WENZINGER

Western ’80 (Business & Geology); Director, Sheldon Kye Energy LLC; Denver, CO.

Western ’93 (Biology); Director of Neurosurgery, Parker Adventist Hospital; Longmont, CO.

Western ’77 (Accounting); President, McGraw and McGraw, CPA; Westminster, CO.

Western ’87 (Mathematics); Retired COO, RS Investments; Gunnison, CO.

Western ’76 (Business & Accounting); Principal/Co-Founder, Tierra Development and Triton Communities/Pres., Tierra Funding; Golden, CO.

THE HERITAGE SOCIETY There are a variety of ways to Western Up and show your support with a planned gift to Western. The Heritage Society formally recognizes those donors who have included Western in their wills, trusts or estate plans. We thank them for their kind and generous support.

Leona E. Antholz* Mary Kay Arbuthnot Kathleen Aune Michael Aune Robert Barr* Roberta Barr* James Bartlett, Jr.* Jane Bartlett* Robert L. Beitler Elsie A. Bennett* Ruth Berg* Edmund L. Bevens* J. Howard Blackburn* John Brach Nancy Spann Braswell* James A. Brewer* Joe Brimus* Gerald Caplan Martha A. Carr* Hugh R. Christenson* Janet S. Christenson Gary R. Counterman James H. Cox* Margaret Darr Crager* Jeanette M. Dalton* George Davidson* Marguerite Davidson* A. Joseph DeGrazio Tony Delmas* Donald S. Eastman* Harry W. Endner* Mary E. Erickson* Jeane D. Fair*

Robert D. Foster* Agnes D. Giles* Cecil Giles* Paul Gillis William H. Gould* Carol Greenlee Jim Greenlee* William Greer Robert C. Haas* Delia Fay Haefeli Evelyn Haley Mary Alice Hansen* Larry Heesch Linda Heesch Ann Hunt Hieronymus* Constantina Herzberg Peter Herzberg Kevin Hettler Kenneth E. Heuer Clarence T. Hurst* Jean Race Johnson Henry “Hank” Kaufmann May Dye Kearney* Bruce A. Kolisek Alice Downing Lain* Patti Burritt Locke Robert W. Lowe, Jr. Jim Mahaffey Mary E. McDaniel Marquardt Richard E. Marquardt Mitchell W. Mateik* John McCarthy David R. McEntire

Sarah McEntire Keith Milheim* Wayne Milheim* Barbara J. Minard* Christopher M. Minard Marvin Newby* Reva Sapp O’Connor* Dennis Pearson Harry Peterson Sylvia Peterson David Pierce Maxine Pierce Ralph E. Porter* Marjorie Porter* Fletcher Y. Rainer, III* Sandy Read* Edwyl Redding* Lois T. Reed* Fred A. Reichle* Olivia L. Reichle* Ethel M. Rice Rachel W. Rice* James R. Richards* Freda T. Roof* Joseph A. Ruggerio* Mary A. Scherer* Stephen T. Semegen Gerald Shear Alma L. Sheff* George R. Sheff* Anne Shrake Tom Shrake Deborah Shoop

Kirkton Shoop Burton Smith* Elnora Smith* Bill Smith Janet Smith Ida LaDean Stobaugh* William H. Stobaugh* Marion A. Stoerker* Mollie G. Stoerker* David Stremme Jan Stremme Dan Thornton* Jesse Thornton* Melanie Torpey James T. Tully Eric Vanden Brink C. E. Veirs* Francis T. Visconti John P. Vloyantes* Malte von Matthiessen Pam von Matthiessen Elva Lea Wise* Hazel Wright* Mary F. Wright* Paul W. Wright* Mickey Zahradka* Nona Zahradka* George Zavislan* Selma Zavislan* Ann Zugelder* Anonymous (8 individuals) *Deceased

PIERCE ESTATE GIFT INVITES YOU TO NAME

AN ENDOWMENT Maxine M. (Schindler) Pierce (’74) and David Pierce have been relentlessly generous in supporting Western and its students through the Foundation, and they want to make sure that their support continues long after they are no longer here to provide it directly. So, they have made designations in their estates to give more than $1.5 million to the Foundation for unrestricted use. “Maxine and David are consummate philanthropists and very dear friends. Their legacy of blessing will continue at Western in beautiful ways. I appreciate them more than I can express,” said Tom Burggraf, Executive Director of the Foundation. “Their desire to make their gift unrestricted is powerful and will enable the greatest needs and highest opportunities to be met and seized in perpetuity.” “We have enjoyed supporting the School of Business, the Mountain Sports Team, the Athletic Bus and the University Advancement Campaigns, among others. But we cannot anticipate the needs of Western generations in the future, and keeping our gift unrestricted will allow the Foundation’s leadership to respond to them as they become apparent.” Maxine knows how to respond to needs and opportunities, having served on the Foundation Board of Directors for six years, most recently as Secretary.

Your photo could be here!

Their gift will establish the most exceptional and selfless name of an endowed fund at the Foundation: “The Your Name Here if you give A LOT of money to this Unrestricted Endowment Fund.” This is intended to inspire a significant gift from a donor who wants the naming opportunity by making a gift of at least $1 million to add to Maxine and David’s gift for unrestricted endowment. “We have a greater desire to be memorialized by the good we can do for Western and its students than we do for our names. So, we will allow someone who has the same desire and ability to title the fund with their name when they follow our example.” In addition, through the Topper Foundation, Maxine and David will provide perpetual variable annual grant revenue to fund the Western School of Business. Each annual grant to Western State Foundation from the Topper Foundation shall be directed 35% to a scholarship to be named in memory of Maxine’s parents 35% to the existing Business Dean’s Discretionary Fund 30% Maxine and David Pierce Faculty Support Fund “The number of Western students and programs that will be strengthened and elevated because of Maxine and David’s generosity is beyond description. As is our gratitude for their selfless giving,” Burggraf said. Someone reading this may be in a position to name this powerful endowment. If you’d like to explore the possibility, contact Tom Burggraf at tburggraf@western.edu or 970-641-2237.

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MAKING A CHARITABLE BEQUEST

CENTER FOR ENVIRONMENT AND

TO WESTERN

SUSTAINABILITY

Including Western State Foundation in your Will or Estate Plans Your will is a written testimonial of your concern for your family, loved ones, and the causes most dear to you. It is a way to show others what you value most in life, being especially generous with the people and organizations that matter the most to you. There are many ways to include a charitable bequest to Western in your will.

The Simplest Form:

The Center for Environment & Sustainability at Western State Colorado University asks a basic question: How can academic understanding serve community sustainability efforts and how can those community efforts expand the classrooms of academic learning? Our Center explores this question in three ways:

1 Academic Programs.

We offer a B.A. in Environment & Sustainability (ENVS) and a Master in Environmental Management (MEM).

You could simply state:

• B.A. in ENVS: this program is an interdisciplinary program that blends environmental biology, environmental physics, environmental policy, environmental economics, and environmental ethics to understand the complexity of natural systems, the human impacts on those systems, and sustainable solutions for those impacts.

“I give to Western State Colorado University Foundation Inc., 909 E. Escalante Drive, Gunnison CO 81230 (Tax ID: 84-0709935) the sum of [_____%] residue, or [$_____ (fixed dollar amount)] of my estate to be used for ________________ (either a specific purpose; or Unrestricted, at the discretion of its governing board).”

• MEM: this program is a professional program dedicated to preparing students for environmental careers. There are two MEM tracks. One track in Integrative and Public Land Management prepares students for careers with public land agencies like the US Forest Service, the National Parks Service, and the Bureau of Land Management, as well as careers with land trusts. The other track in Sustainable and Resilient Communities prepares students for careers in sustainable community development, focusing on sustainable food, energy, waste, and water systems and climate action planning. As a management program, the MEM focuses on entrepreneurial skills, unlikely partnership building, and environmental organizational development. Our first group of MEM graduates in 2016 enjoyed a 90% placement rate with environmental jobs.

It really is that simple. If you are including Western in your estate please, please let us know about your decision, so we can plan on and celebrate your gift, and provide helpful resources. For additional ways to include Western State Foundation in your charitable plans, please contact Tom Burggraf, Executive Director, 970-641-2237, tburggraf@western.edu

Free Resources for you:

2 Community Events.

Our Center provides three major community events per year, allowing community members to benefit from our expertise and exposing students to the wisdom of national and global experts.

• Headwaters Conference: now in its 27th year, this event is free to the public. In 2016 we dedicated the event to celebrating the 100th anniversary of the National Parks Service.

Our website contains a wealth of updated financial information for gift planning, with many free e-brochures and even a free estate planning kit available. Visit us at www.WesternFoundation.MyLegacyGift.Org

• Spring Environmental Symposium: now in its 22nd year, this event is free to the public. In 2016, we held a major Sage Grouse Summit with experts from across the US addressing challenges facing the threatened species.

We even have free resources for your professional advisor to help you see how each option will benefit you and Western.

• Colorado Water Workshop: now in its 42nd year, this event convenes water professionals from across Colorado to discuss major water plans for the State and across the West.

“It takes a noble person to plant a seed for a tree that will someday give shade to people he/she may never meet.”

Our students and faculty provide a wide array of research and service projects for community environmental organizations. Undergraduate students begin their service projects from the first day, when ENVS 100 students participate in projects led by Juniors partnering with local organizations. Seniors must complete a major project, which through the years has led to solar energy and an organic farm for campus, a free ski bus for students, and a backcountry management plan for Black Canyon National Park. On the graduate level, MEM students must each complete a 600-hour project for an environmental organization. Recent projects have included efficient stove production in Kenya, a sister parks program for Costa Rica, and energy efficiency planning for the cities of Aspen, Montrose, and Mount Crested Butte.

- D. Elton Trueblood

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3 Service and Research.

...I will go on to serve others

Generous donors have supported all aspects of the Center, from scholarships for undergraduate and graduate students, to funding for our community events, to backing for student projects. More recently, as the MEM program tripled our faculty, the Center has raised $650,000 for an expanded physical space in Kelley Hall. Construction is to begin in May 2017. None of the above programs would have been possible without the 2016 gifts of Butch Clark, Margie and John Haley, Ken and Jeanne Levy-Church, Michael and Kathleen Aune, the Boettcher Foundation, and the El Pomar Foundation.

CELEBRATION OF GIVING

BANQUET This evening I want to talk with you briefly about Gifts and Treasures.

cannot begin to cover in this talk but I will try to give you a flavor of what is so special to me.

GIFTS: Things we share or give to one another to show our appreciation or to celebrate an event…like a birthday, anniversary, other special occasions.

It obviously begins with my Dad (Dr. Hugo Ferchau). Duke University…..Wofford College (born in Spartanburg, SC, lived there three years moved to Gunnison in 1962)….teaching at Western State. After 30 Years of teaching, research and mentoring his students, Dad died of cancer in 1993. We shared a lot throughout the years and it was generally on campus if we were going to get some of Dad’s time…plant trees on campus with him, washing his test tubes, grading papers, in the classroom, the list goes on.

TREASURES: Things that find their way deep in our heart and soul that we cherish for a lifetime…like our family, special friends or a unique experience. Please take the hand of the people you are sitting next to at your table: Tonight we are celebrating the exchange of gifts. Many of you are receiving the gift of a scholarship and you should feel honored. What I want you to realize is that you are holding the hand of someone who tonight is celebrating a treasure. That donor, right now, deep in their heart and soul is remembering a very special person or a very special event in their life. They are celebrating their treasure by giving you a gift. To all you donors, thank you very much. I know what an honor it is to be able to recognize your treasure. I would like to recognize a few of my treasures here tonight…my wife of 35 years, Beth. My sister Angie Hart and my mom, Mary Ellen Ferchau. Tom Burggraf, this is a great event and tradition! We look forward to attending ever year, listening to your prayer and heartfelt messages, and I would like to thank you and all your people. President Greg Salsbury and the Cabinet... Thank you for your leadership and commitment to advance Western, despite the challenges that face higher education. The challenges of higher education are great and we cannot take for granted the existence of Western in Gunnison: Higher Costs, Limited State Funding, Advancement of Technology, Changes in Value Proposition…all of these as well as the competition among Universities represent the challenges we face. We all know it takes a great team of faculty and administration to make this all happen and I want to thank them for their time, their passion for their subject matter and their dedication to the students. Thank you all very much. Let’s talk about our treasures…Western State Colorado University and Gunnison Colorado. My treasure is a bundle of people and experiences that I

Erich Ferchau Western Trustee Celebration of Giving Banquet Speaker October 25, 2016

First stop was Beckwith Hall (faculty housing)…now gone but offered the gift of new friendships…Violett, Tredway, Dorzweiler, Bouchard, Starkebaum, Hatcher, etc. Hurst Hall…of course, that was Dad’s office location. We horsed around the hallways while he worked in his office. We would take the toilet paper and run it down the hall with the tip in the toilet then flush and watch the paper get sucked down the toilet. What we do for fun as kids! Kelly Hall…observation class room for WSC students… teaching methods, student behavior…classic obnoxious kid… we spent 3rd and 6th Grades on campus. Student Union…a popular hangout for Dad, a smoke and coffee with students, 5 cent Cokes…Dormitories, Taylor Hall, the Library…there are stories to tell about all of them. Even the dumpsters on campus have a special place in my life. When we were kids we would go “dumpster diving” to find all the hidden treasures that were being left behind by the college students. My brother attended Western in 1970 and then joined the Air Force. My sister Angie started Western in 1976 and I followed the next year. So, once our brother returned from Vietnam we were able to all share the college experience together. Vandenbusche had me tutoring athletes, I ran the math lab on campus and participated in intramural sports with the VETs club. For over 15 years, Western State was a big part of my life and a treasure to cherish. The Gunnison Community was no different to me. When I was 6 years old my brother, then 12 years old, went to Germany with my Grandparents to learn about the “old country”. I inherited my brother’s paper route which started

my first job. For the next 6 years I delivered the Denver Post every day on my bicycle to my customers. I would take my $20/month profits downtown to the Savings and Loan bank and make my deposit…visiting the bankers and shop owners along the way. That was back in the day when you could still ride your bicycle on the sidewalks! I treasured this town. Fast forward to 2000: I had transferred to UGA as a “premed” student. Reflecting on that, I would have been better prepared for Medical School had I stayed at Western. Small classrooms, excellent professors…but, as fate would have it, I moved, fell in love, married, finished a graduate degree in Business and lived happily in Georgia. Beth and I were in Atlanta, Georgia and had talked about moving home for 20 years. I was getting tired of the corporate job at The Coca-Cola Company and we decided to move back to Gunnison and open a Real Estate office. We now own RE/MAX Community Brokers in Gunnison and Crested Butte. Naming our business “Community” Brokers was a very deliberate word choice. We realized in Gunnison you don’t just represent real estate…you represent the community. From the beginning, we wanted to give back to the Community. We had already established a scholarship to honor Dad. Beth and I wanted to create a Re/Max scholarship and help encourage the local high school graduates to attend Western. And tonight, we celebrate that gift with our recipients. Moving forward…Gunnison in one hand and Western in the other…the university and community need each other. I am not sure who coined the phrase, but I like it, “Gunnison without Western State is like Olathe without Sweet Corn.” Western, in my opinion, is the cornerstone of our economy and our community. The character of our town and the foundation or our economy rests right here with Western State. As for Western Students, they come here for an education. They leave here with an education, a broader experience and an emotional response to the Community of Gunnison and Western State.

Growing enrollment! We are growing our enrollment. We need to grow our enrollment. At the same time, our community will grow and find ways to better accommodate the University. Are we making progress? I think so. Western has taken the initiative with the State to secure much needed internet reliability for the community. The community is exploring creative ideas to facilitate the change of our downtown from just a shopping center to a shopping and social center. I know that President Salsbury and others at Western are having regular discussions with community leaders about opportunities to work together. Can we improve? Of course we can. Sustained growth will depend on expanded airport service, health services, a more stable economy and industry diversification. We at Western need to make sure the community understands what we need to succeed. How is the student experience? I think it is good. Perhaps we the community need to ask that question more often. Our student affairs people do an excellent job with campus community, not just providing a service, but building relationships. We have a beautiful campus and state of the art buildings. The incredible natural surroundings are a God-given resource to all of us. If these students are not accustomed to outdoor adventure, they will be before they leave. Can we improve? Of course we can. As we grow, there will be opportunities to expand social and recreational offerings in town. Thriving businesses can employ more students. We will continue to raise student awareness about our community and surroundings. What is the end goal? When we are successful in providing the quality education and rewarding experience, we will succeed in making the emotional connection. Our students, our university and our community will have something to treasure! Nights like this are a really good beginning for all of us. We give gifts in hopes of creating treasures. Thank you.

We must anticipate and plan together, as a University and a Community, to make the student experience as rewarding as possible. The education part is what happens up here on the hill, and I think we do a great job with that. I mentioned before the outstanding faculty who teach with great passion and love for the students. Our classroom size is small and students are connected. We are a small institution and students can be involved at many different levels. Can we improve? Of course we can. Education is an ever-changing business and we will continue to evolve. Ferchau family and recipient, Camilla Alarcon.

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Ethics Case Competition

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Eight Western students formed 4 teams and participated in an Ethics Case Competition at UCCS in Colorado Springs as part of the Southern Colorado Higher Education Consortium under the umbrella of the Daniels Fund Ethics Initiative. One Western team was acknowledged as having the best technical presentation.

Energy Management Installs Solar Panels in Peru

Dr. Jessica Richards, Energy Management faculty, and senior Energy Management student, Allie Huizenga, partnered with Texas Tech and the World Energy Project and traveled to Peru this summer where they installed basic solar power systems to homes in developing villages where electricity is not available. The World Energy Project trains in system design, micro-finance, and solar powered system installation. Richards and Huizenga arrived in Lima, Peru for their training, then traveled throughout the high country of the Andes Mountains to rural communities. They spent the majority of their time in the Province of Huancasancos in Ayacucho, Peru, setting up solar panel light systems and battery packs to bring basic electricity to those previously off the grid. The World Energy Project installed a total of 25 power systems on this trip. “The families themselves pay for the system,” Richards explains. “It comes with lights and a charging station intended for small electronics. It was amazing. A lot of them had cell phones without electricity. They would walk down to the villages to borrow someone else’s electricity to charge their phones and walk all the way back home. Now they can actually do work at home and have the ability to communicate and be more connected with their new electricity.” Huizenga says, “The biggest takeaway for me is the impact that the electricity has on quality of life. As we drove away, it was amazing to look back and see the homes lit and the happiness on their faces. Electricity in the United States is something we take for granted.”

over 10 colleges and universities. 17 students have already been placed with top tier companies this year.

The School of Business welcomed Tyler King, Global Sales Director of Eleven, based in Crested Butte, CO. Eleven is known for custom designing unique global adventures for family, friends, and business associates. King spoke to students about his journey working for Eleven, adjustments he made to his life along the way, and helpful tips on becoming and remaining a contributing and vital entrepreneur. The ICE Project planned, hosted, and followed up with the events, including a “table talk” style lunch, classroom discussions, and a large scale campus wide presentation in the University Center Theater.

In addition, the Office of Career Success welcomed 16 companies to campus to recruit Western School of Business students for internships and post-graduation employment. Companies recruiting included: BiggsKofford, Dalby, Wendland and Co., Tyco, Charles Schwab, Dell, Zillow, Wells Fargo, Northwestern Mutal, Comstor, Eleven Experience, Crested Butte Mountain Resort, Skywest, PWC, Purina, and Target.

Jason Smith, Co-founder and Executive Vice President of Andre’ Phillipe Inc., spoke to School of Business students this October. Andre’ Phillipe, Inc. is a Dallas-based custom menswear company and proud winner of Dallas A-List’s award for Best Men’s Clothing, offering some of the finest fabric in the world with unmatched craftsmanship. A successful young entrepreneur, Smith shared his triumphs, challenges and wisdom in classrooms and large group presentations. Students engaged in lively discussions and benefited from insightful question and answer sessions.

Western’s participation in this project was made possible by donations raised by Allie Huizenga and Energy Management Director, Menon Billingsley. The School of Business would like to thank the following donors for their generosity: Steve Reynolds, Eric McGlone, Frederick James Hahn, Jim Hermann, the Wymans, Western’s SOURCE funds, and the Texas Tech Foundation.

Colorado Business School Career Fair Thirty-five students from the School of Business attended the Colorado Business School Fair on September 29 in Denver. Students had the unique opportunity to network with over 175 employers from across the state, as well as with nationally recognized organizations. This fair was the premier event for fall recruiting for internships and entry level positions in the state, with 1,500 students and alumni in attendance from

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DO YOU LOVE YOUR FAMILY AND WESTERN MORE THAN THE GOVERNMENT? Here’s a way to redirect your taxes to benefit your family and Western State’s mission… Do you want to benefit from the tax savings that result from supporting Western State Foundation, yet you don’t want to give up any assets that you’d like your family to receive someday? You can have it both ways with a charitable lead trust! How? You give assets to a trust that pays Western State Foundation set payments for a number of years, which you choose. The longer the length of time, the better the gift tax savings to you. When the term is up, the remaining trust assets go to you, your family or other beneficiaries you select. This is an excellent way to transfer assets to family members at a minimal cost. There are two ways charitable lead trusts make payments: A charitable lead annuity trust pays a fixed amount each year to Western State Foundation and is more attractive when interest rates are low. A charitable lead unitrust pays a variable amount each year based on the value of the assets in the trust. With a unitrust, if the trust’s assets go up in value, for example, the payments to Western State Foundation go up as well. Potential Scenario: George would like to support Western State Foundation and provide for his children. Following his advisor’s recommendation, George funds a charitable lead annuity trust with assets valued at $800,000. George’s trust pays $56,000 (7 percent of the initial fair market value) to Western State Foundation to fund Business scholarships, each year for 15 years, which will total $840,000. After that, the balance in the trust goes to his children. His gift tax deduction is $698,488* against the $800,000 of assets. Therefore only the difference ($101,512) is subject to gift tax, which is offset against his lifetime gift tax exclusion. After that, the remaining trust assets and all of their growth will pass to his family at zero additional cost in gift and estate taxes. Had George given the $800,000 outright to his children, it would have been a taxable gift. George benefits Western and its students, his children, while substantially reducing taxes.

YOUR IRA: A POWERFUL, TAX-SAVING WAY TO HELP WESTERN STATE FOUNDATION See Your Generosity in Action

If you are 70½ years old or older, whether you need the income or not, you are required to take a distribution from your IRA causing a taxable event that you may wish to avoid. You can take advantage of a simple way to benefit Western State Foundation and receive tax benefits in return. You can give up to $100,000 from your IRA directly to a qualified charity such as ours without having to pay income taxes on the money. This law no longer has an expiration date so you are free to make annual gifts to our organization this year and well into the future.

WHY CONSIDER THIS GIFT? • Your gift will be put to use today, allowing you to see the difference your donation is making. • You pay no income taxes on the gift. The transfer generates neither taxable income nor a tax deduction, so you benefit even if you do not itemize your deductions. • If you have not yet taken your required minimum distribution for the year, your IRA charitable rollover gift can satisfy all or part of that requirement.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS Q. I’ve already named Western State Foundation as the beneficiary of my IRA. What are the benefits if I make a gift now instead of after my lifetime? A. By making a gift this year of up to $100,000 from your IRA, you can see your philanthropic dollars at work. You are jump-starting the legacy you would like to leave and giving yourself the joy of watching your philanthropy take shape.

Q. I’m turning age 70½ in a few months. Can I make this gift now? A. No. The legislation requires you to reach age 70½ by the date you make the gift. Q. I have several retirement accounts—some are pensions and some are IRAs. Does it matter which retirement account I use? A. Yes. Direct rollovers to a qualified charity can be made only from an IRA. Under certain circumstances, however, you may be able to roll assets from a pension, profit sharing, 401(k) or 403(b) plan into an IRA and then make the transfer from the IRA directly to Western State Foundation. To determine if a rollover to an IRA is available for your plan, speak with your plan administrator. Q. Can my gift be used as my required minimum distribution under the law? A. Yes, absolutely. If you have not yet taken your required minimum distribution, the IRA charitable rollover gift can satisfy all or part of that requirement. Contact your IRA custodian to complete the gift. Q. Do I need to give my entire IRA to be eligible for the tax benefits? A. No. You can give any amount under this provision, as long as it is $100,000 or less this year. If your IRA is valued at more than $100,000, you can transfer a portion of it to fund a charitable gift. Q. My spouse and I would like to give more than $100,000. How can we do that? A. If you have a spouse (as defined by the IRS) who is 70½ or older and has an IRA, he or she can also give up to $100,000 from his or her IRA. It is wise to consult with your tax professionals if you are contemplating a charitable gift under the extended law. Please feel free to contact Tom Burggraf at 970-641-2237 or tburggraf@western.edu with any questions you may have. And visit www.westernfoundation.mylegacygift.org for a wealth of free information on planning your estate. The information provided is not intended as legal or tax advice. For such advice, please consult an attorney or tax advisor. Figures cited in examples are for hypothetical purposes only and are subject to change. References to estate and income taxes include federal taxes only. State income/ estate taxes or state law may impact your results.

*Assuming annual payments and a 2.4 percent charitable midterm federal rate.

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MOUNTAINEER

MOUNTAIN

ATHLETICS

SPORTS Mission: Authentic training and competition all while telling our story through modern media channels and competition results.

Western State Colorado University Athletics continued to shine during the 2015-16 academic year. Once again, Mountaineer student-athletes averaged over a 3.0 GPA for the year. During the fall, Western cross country completed another great season with the women’s team placing fifth nationally and three individuals earned All-American honors. In the classroom, 20 distance runners were named to Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference All-Academic teams. Head Cross Country Coach Jen Michel was also awarded for her contribution to the sport of cross country. Michel was inducted into the Colorado Running Hall of Fame in the spring.

Women’s soccer, established in 2012, saw the first senior class graduate. The team set a program record with seven wins and four student-athletes made All-RMAC teams. Two of those made All-Region teams. A total of 10 players made conference allacademic teams and Elyza Montano was named to a CoSIDA Academic All-District Team. Montano was the female Paul Wright Award winner for the best senior female athlete in 2015-16. Western men’s and women’s basketball had three studentathletes named to RMAC All-Academic teams and two were named to All-RMAC teams. Senior Danny Hopkins notched the fourth best scoring performance in school history, notching 40 points in his final game in Paul Wright Gym. Hopkins made seven three-pointers, tied for second all-time in the Mountaineers’ 100-89 win over Colorado Christian University. Western women’s swimming and diving also made program history. The Mountaineers’ Randi Yarnell became the first All-American during the Division II era, after the team was reinstated in 2012. Yarnell was also named the RMAC Freshman of the Year.

Mountaineer wrestling made history, not only for Western but nationally, winning the National Wrestling Coaches Association Academic National Championship with a 3.53 GPA. It is the highest GPA in the awards’ 23-year history. Western finished 11th as a team at the Division II Championships and had three wrestlers become All-Americans. Corbin Bennetts was named the RMAC Academic Wrestler of the Year and became Western’s first three-time Academic AllAmerican. Bennetts was also named the National Wrestling Hall of Fame Colorado Chapter College Wrestler of the Year.

As a team, Western women’s swimming and diving finished fourth in the RMAC and finished 32nd in Division II. A total of 12 were named to RMAC All-Academic teams and the team was named a College Swimming Coaches Association of America (CSCAA) Scholar All-America Team with a 3.39 GPA. Head Coach Geoff Hanson was also named the RMAC Coach of the Year.

Volleyball notched one of their best seasons in recent memory, making the conference tournament for the first time in 12 years. Libero Amanda Maestas set the season record for digs with 503 in 2015. Head Coach Keven John, in his second season, was named co-RMAC Coach of the Year.

You can provide a scholarship/sponsorship for one studentathlete for a gift of $2,000, or a portion thereof with a smaller gift. Simply go to western.edu/give and indicate “Mountain Sports Sponsorship” in the comments section. Thanks for your support!

Goals: A high-level of competition; promote awareness of Western generally; promote the Mountain Sports program specifically.

Western Mountain Sports had a successful fall season focused on Trail Running and Mountain Biking. Each team had over 30 participating athletes. Below highlights news from the fall season.

Marketing: Mountain Sports is one of Western’s most visible programs, successfully connecting Western with student prospects and influencers. Growing Stronger DUES PAYING STUDENT ATHLETES 2012-13 64 2013-14 78 2014-15 105

In track and field, the Mountaineers had 10 athletes become All-Americans. Western student-athletes were RMAC champions in seven events during the indoor and outdoor seasons. Academically, Western had 21 student-athletes earn RMAC Indoor All-Academic honors and 20 earn outdoor All-Academic honors.

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Average dues: $750 | Average program scholarship (subsidy) needed per athlete: $2,000 | Out of pocket costs are still incurred by athletes, especially skiers and snowboarders.

DISCIPLINES SKIING Alpine Nordic Big Mountain/Freeride Freestyle Ski Mountaineering

Head wrestling coach Miles Van Hee was also recognized for his contribution as the recipient for the Bob Bubb Award for coaching excellence given out by the NWCA. On the gridiron, the Mountaineer football team produced six All-American honors. Running back Austin Ekeler earned three All-America honors while punter Dakota Swinehart earned two and linebacker Jacob Bernhard earned one. 11 members of the team made RMAC All-Academic teams and Ekeler was named an Academic All-American for the second consecutive season.

Mountain Sports is training and competition in skiing, cycling, snowboarding and trail running. Think of it as an alternative to NCAA Athletics, but no kids get cut. Everyone who pays dues is on the team. We do not, however, give everyone a trophy.

TRAIL RUNNING

CYCLING Mountain Bike Endurance Mountain Bike Gravity Road

Trail Running The Trail Running team has had an impressive season this fall with athletes competing locally in the Grand Traverse Run from Crested Butte to Aspen and the Cart-to-Cart from Crested Butte to Crested Butte South via trails. Also, 16 Mountain Sports runners tackled the iconic Imogene Pass Run from Ouray to Telluride. Mountain Biking Rocky Mountain Collegiate Cycling Conference championships in Angle Fire, NM: Junior, Grace Owen, 2nd place, Women’s Downhill: Senior Peter Noon, 1st place, Short Track (top ranked men’s endurance rider in the RMCC). Season ranking for the Gravity discipline saw Freshman Women Ming Goetz in 1st and Junior Grace Owen in 2nd. Junior, Dan Frentzel took 1st for Men’s Gravity overall standing. Collegiate Nationals in Snowshoe West Virginia: Western placed 2nd as a team among Varsity, Division 2 schools.

SNOWBOARDING Big Mountain/Freeride Freestyle

Western is off to a great start in 2016-17 with the mountain biking team placing 2nd at the US Collegiate Nationals in varsity division 2. The fall seasons have wrapped up and our winter teams are focused on fitness and preparation. Alpine and Nordic racing camps begin soon. Thanks to all the donors who generously make our mission possible, particularly, Steven Borick, Michael O. Johnson, Herbalife, and Maxine and David Pierce.

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THOMAS JOHN HENSLEY

Thomas John Hensley was memorialized Saturday, June 11, 2016 at the family home in the Angeles National Forest. He passed away peacefully at his home in San Juan Capistrano, Calif. on April 16, 2016. Tom Hensley was born in Los Angeles to Edward and Mary Lou Hensley. Tom was raised in the Angeles National Forest from age three with his older brother Ray and younger sister Linda. Tom attended the Cedar Springs School at Camp #37 on the Angeles Crest Highway 2, and then the Chilao Mountain School, before graduating from La Canada High School. Tom graduated with a Physical Education and Geology Degree from Western State College in Gunnison where he was the only athlete at Western State to team letter in two sports; skiing and football. In 2013 Tom was inducted, with his team mates, to the Western State Colorado University Athletics Association Hall of Fame. After college, Tom competed on the professional Coors Pro Tour as a member of Ski Team Elitch’s. Tom and his wife Michelle raised their two children Timothy and Amy Lou in Colorado where he worked as a builder for several years before moving back to California where he worked for major building contractors like Taylor Woodrow Homes and finally Lennar Homes as off-site project manager and superintendent for major projects such as Windermere near Sacramento, Calif. and finally Five PointsGreat Park in Orange County, CA. Tom will be greatly missed by all who knew him and he leaves behind his two children Tim and Amy and his three granddaughters, who he loved dearly, Nyla, Calla, and Siana. Tom is a blessed Son, a beloved brother, an honored father, a cherished grandfather, and trusted friend. Memorial gifts may be made to the Thomas John Hensley Memorial Scholarship Fund at Western State Foundation, www. western.edu/give, 909 E. Escalante Drive, P.O. Box 1264, Gunnison, Colo., 81230, 970.641.2237.

MARILYN LEE MACALLISTER

Marilyn Lee MacAllister’s life on earth ended on June 18, 2016, at her home in Gunnison, Colo. She chose that day, their wedding day 66 years ago, to be reunited with her husband Jack in Heaven. Theirs was a love story for the ages, and it couldn’t have ended any other way. Marilyn was a devoted wife, homemaker, beloved mother and grandmother. Marilyn and Jack were very compassionate to those less fortunate and for charitable causes. They were very generous and sincere in sharing their success over the

years. They established the Jack and Marilyn MacAllister Family Foundation, which is alive and giving today and for the future, enhancing their philanthropic legacy. They established and endowed the Presidential Scholarship at Western State Foundation to assist Western’s best and brightest student leaders to thrive in their educations. They also established a Scholarship for their late son, Steve, and contributed to many other Western causes. Marilyn was predeceased by her beloved husband, Jack in 2015 at age 87; her first born son Steve in 2008 at age 56; her only daughter, Sue, in 2015 at age 58, and grandson David at age 17 in 2003. Marilyn is survived by her brother Larry (Cathy) Anderson of Corvallis, Mont.; his children Dale and Laurie and their families; son Jim (Kathy) MacAllister of Gunnison; grandchildren Brande (Xavier) Halasz of San Diego and their children Tristan and Ellangeline; Carly MacAllister of San Diego; Cate MacAllister of New Orleans; Erin MacAllister of Denver; Kelly (Cody) Wright of Largo, Fla.; Trent MacAllister of Seattle; Trevor MacAllister of Ft. Collins; Christy Gray of Denver; James (Lisa) Beda of Gunnison; and Allyssa MacAllister of Alma, CO.

ARTHUR JOSEPH NORRIS

Arthur Joseph Norris was born in Philadelphia, Pa., on Nov. 12, 1917, and passed away in the early hours of April 7, 2015 at his home in Gunnison. He was preceded in death by Beatrice, his beloved wife of 62 years. Art and Bea were lebenkunstlers — artists of life. Together, they created a life filled with great food, music, wine, skiing, hiking, travel, books and friendships. They will be long remembered for the many gatherings they hosted, which invariably ended on a high note, with everyone singing the old standards accompanied by Cal Queal at the piano. Among Art’s favorites were “Back to Sorrento” and “Oh Sole Mio,” but he wasn’t above singing old Polish ditties from his childhood, and even after 90 years, never forgot the words. Art retired from 20 years of teaching in the Division of Business at Western State College in 1986. His students benefited from his first career as a representative for McGraw Hill in Europe as well as his stint as the owner of a small ad agency in Switzerland. Once Art and Bea moved down valley to Gunnison, he became involved in efforts to create a lively, vibrant downtown and worked with individual businesses to help them survive in a difficult economic environment. In retirement, Art continued to stay active, skiing into his 80s, hiking and golfing. Crippled by rheumatoid arthritis upon his return from WWII’s European theater, he spent a year recovering, learning how to walk again. After his release from the military hospital in Hot Springs, Ark., he never let a day go by

without some kind of physical activity. In his last years, when he could no longer walk on his own, he trekked the one-eighth mile to the mailbox and back, supported by a walker and spotted by a caregiver, with his devoted dog, Mizzou, at his side. Art is survived by his daughter, Barbara Norris (Mark Mundy) of Dallas, Texas; his son, Ronald (Bré) Norris, who works in various locations overseas, and his grandchildren — Joseph and Sarah Jacobs, Justine Norris, and Tariq.

WILLIAM EDWARD NOXON

William Edward Noxon, 86, passed away Feb. 24, 2016 at Hope West Hospice as a result of injuries sustained in a fall Sept. 4. Bill was born Nov. 26, 1929 to Mabel and Jim Noxon and raised in Denver, Colo. He is preceded in death by two half-sisters, Margaret Johnson and Dollie Butler and his half-brother Bus Bergman. Bill was a head football coach for 33 years, coaching at Fruita High School, Grand Junction High School and Western State College. In 1966, he led Fruita to the school’s only state football championship. Bill led his Grand Junction team to a state championship game. From 1971-1984, known as the Noxon Era at Western State College, Bill became one of the winningest small college coaches in the nation leading his teams to eight RMAC titles. He was inducted into eight halls of fame including the Colorado Sports Hall of Fame. He had great respect for his students and players and remained in contact with many of them. In recent years, Bill enjoyed living in Grand Junction and Scottsdale, Ariz. spending time with family and playing golf. Bill is survived by his wife of 63 years, Carolyn (Coco), his daughter Linda Goolsby and son Bill Noxon Jr. He had two grandchildren, Heath Noxon and Mandy Spannagel and four great grandchildren. He loved his family dearly. He had nieces and nephews that were very special to him, especially Walt and Carol Bergman.

CHAD VINSON RUF

Chad, 42, grew up in Westminster, Colo. and went to Western State Colorado University on a football scholarship in 1992 until a career ending knee injury in 1993. He then transferred to the University of Northern Colorado receiving a BA degree in 1996. He was one class short of receiving his MBA. He spent his entire career in the fitness industry in Colorado and Minnesota. Every summer Chad would travel to Gunnison with his parents Vic and Libby Ruf to spend time with family and enjoy the outdoors, hiking, boating, fishing, riding ATVs and playing baseball with the Old Timers teams under the direction of Ed Woytek. He was a kind and gentle soul, loved helping other people and will be greatly missed by his family and friends. He is survived by his parents Vic and Libby Ruf; his grandmother Edna Fry; his uncle Darrell Fry (Annette); his uncle Steve Fry (MaryKay); his uncle Jerry Whittaker (the late Candy Whittaker); his Uncle Don Beightol (the late Jan Beightol); and many cousins. Preceded in death by brother Kurt 1970; sister Heather 1979; Grandfather Keith Fry; and Grandparents Victor and Erma Ruf of Sterling, CO. Memorial gifts may be made to

Western State Foundation, (Chad Ruf Fund) on memo line of check, 909 East Escalante Drive, Gunnison, CO 81230 or online western.edu/give and designate Chad Ruf Fund.

DAVID W. SWEETKIND

David W. Sweetkind passed away May 12, 2016 at his home in Albuquerque, N.M. He was 84. David was a Gunnison resident and faculty member of the then-named Western State College from 1966 through 1987. At WSC, David served as a Professor of Music, then Chairman of the Division of Music and finally Dean of the School of Arts and Humanities. David presented numerous solo and chamber music recitals in Gunnison and throughout Colorado and presented a one-man art exhibit of his works at WSC in 1984. David was a member of the Board of Directors of the Webster Players from 1968-1982 and was musical director for such popular shows as “Guys and Dolls” and “Annie Get Your Gun”. David was predeceased by his wife, Irene “Sam” Sweetkind, in 2004. David is survived by his three children; Donald Sweetkind, Julie Sweetkind-Singer and Beth Brockway; by three grandchildren; Melissa and Maggie Brockway and Reid Sweetkind; by his daughter-in-law Karen Smith; and sons-in-law, James Brockway and Joshua-Sweetkind-Singer.

REXFORD PETERSON, M.D., F.A.C.S.

Rex was gifted with intelligence, integrity, curiosity, creativity, generosity and compassion. In 1942, Rex was student body President at Western State College in Gunnison, CO. At a dance, he met Dorothea Dell McCrory, during her “Senior Sneak Day” visit, and immediately said, “I’m going to marry that girl.” They were wed in 1945. During WWII, Rex served as a flight instructor in the Army Air Corps, and after the war, he and Dell returned to Western State College where Rex received the education that set him on a path of achievement as a Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon in Phoenix, AZ. He gained an international reputation as an innovative surgeon whose scientific presentations to his peers told the truth about the benefits of new procedures, as well as, possible complications. He reached the pinnacle of his field when he was elected President of The American Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons and The American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery. An exceptional teacher, he founded and directed an accredited residency program that gave significantly more direct surgical involvement than programs offered by many very prestigious universities and clinics. Fifty-six plastic surgeons were graduated from Rex’s program and they went on to practice in13 states and 3 foreign countries. The Arts were Rex’s passion. While serving on the board of the Heard Museum, he was an early champion of artists Charles Loloma, Fritz Scholder, and Allan Houser before they became famous. He also admired and supported the works of artists Paul Dyck and James Turrell. He is survived by his wife of 71 years, his three daughters, Tia Peterson, Marta Peterson, Lisa FitzGerald, and his son-in-law, Dan FitzGerald, who loved him and will miss him forever.

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GIFT YOUR HOUSE AND LIVE IN IT FOR THE REST OF YOUR LIFE (while saving a bundle in taxes)!

The following individuals, corporations and foundations made gifts in Fiscal Year 2016 (July 1, 2015 to June 30, 2016). Every attempt was made to accurately cite each donor. Please notify the Foundation of any corrections.

THE BENEFACTOR’S CLUB ($100,000 to $999,999)

A retained life estate. Perhaps you like the tax advantages a gift of real estate to Western would offer, but you want to continue living in your personal residence for your lifetime. You can transfer your personal residence, farm or ranch to Western State Foundation but keep the right to occupy (or rent out) the home or property for the rest of your life. You continue to pay real estate taxes, maintenance fees and insurance on the property. Even though we would not actually take possession of the residence until after your lifetime, since your gift cannot be revoked, you receive an immediate federal income tax charitable deduction for a significant portion of your home's value. This is a powerful way for you to make a transforming gift with great tax benefits, with no change in your current lifestyle, which will help Western in ways you may have never dreamed possible! The tool pictured to the left is just one of many free resources provided on our website for you to explore the possibilities of making a tax-wise gift to Western State Foundation. Visit www.westernfoundation.mylegacygift.org for this tool and a wealth of free information on planning your estate. Please feel free to contact Tom Burggraf at 970-641-2237 or tburggraf@western.edu with any questions you may have. The information provided is not intended as legal or tax advice. For such advice, please consult an attorney or tax advisor. Figures cited in examples are for hypothetical purposes only and are subject to change. References to estate and income taxes include federal taxes only. State income/estate taxes or state law may impact your results.

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Robert M. Barr/Roberta Armstrong Barr Fdn. Durango The Louis L. Borick Fdn. Houston Steven Borick Houston IHS Oklahoma City Robert Little Phoenix Maxine and David Pierce Farmington Englewood Paul and Katy Rady

CO TX TX OK AZ NM CO

THE PLATINUM CLUB ($50,000 to $99,999) Boettcher Fdn. Ralph “Butch” Clark III Infinity Oil & Gas, Inc. Luftseben Gerald and Jenny Shear

Denver CO Gunnison CO Denver CO Scottsdale AZ Las Vegas NV

THE SUMMIT SOCIETY - GOLD ($25,000 to $49,999) Anonymous - 3 Temple Hoyne Buell Fdn. Denver CO Nancy Chisholm Lakewood CO El Pomar Fdn. Colorado Springs CO Donna Faulkner Crawford CO Kathy Kregel and James Smith Fort Collins CO Michael and Mari Johnson Malibu CA Arthur and Susie Harter Centennial CO Sean Markey Castle Rock CO THE SUMMIT SOCIETY - SILVER ($10,000 to $24,999) Anonymous - 4 5 B’s BBQ Alpine Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine Atrium Enterprises Louie and Dorsey Carleo Chamberland Orthopaedics Nancy Chisholm Consulado General De Mexico Peter and Cathy Dea Erich and Beth Ferchau Golden Software

Gunnison Gunnison Park City Pueblo Gunnison Lakewood Denver Littleton Gunnison Golden

CO CO UT CO CO CO CO CO CO CO

Carol Greenlee Gunnison Energy Corporation Holiday Inn Express Gunnison Ingersoll-Rand Charitable Fdn. Landman Scholarship Trust DeAnn McDaniel McVay Drilling Company The Chris Mikesell Fdn. Monarch Investment & Management Group Pepsi-Cola Company QEP Energy Company Ethel Rice SM Energy Mark and Latricia Stewart Donald Timm Estate Bryan and Paula Tutor Nell Whiting XTO Energy Inc.

Gunnison Denver Gunnison Davidson Fort Worth Ridgway Hobbs Clearwater Franktown Montrose Denver Gunnison Denver Parker Milwaukee Alamo Gunnison Fort Worth

CO CO CO NC TX CO NM KS CO CO CO CO CO CO WI CA CO TX

Denver Littleton Denver Huntsville Fraser Houston Aspen Montrose Gunnison Ladera Ranch Denver Mt. Crested Butte Sagaponack Mill Valley Quinton Gunnison Gunnison CO Springs Glenwood Springs Missouri City Dallas Englewood Gunnison Crested Butte

CO CO CO TX CO TX CO CO CO CA CO CO NY CA VA CO CO CO CO TX TX CO CO CO

THE SUMMIT SOCIETY ($5,000 to $9,999) Anonymous - 3 Anschutz Oil Co. Bearings Branding, LLC Travis Berry Peter and Kaye Birkholz Bruce Byrd Carrizo Oil and Gas, Inc. City of Aspen City of Montrose Comfort Inn Tom and Carolyn Corbett Chip and Robin Creager Elevation Hotel and Spa Kenneth Grant Terence and Tammie Grant Greenrock Materials LLC Gunnison Trails I-Bar Ranch Jeane D. Fair Charitable Trust JMJK, LLC Francis and Cheryl Johnson Tim and Jorja Krause Patti Burritt Locke Mario’s Pizza and Restaurante David & Sarah McEntire

Eric McGlone Mountaineer Field House The Paper Clip Ty and Lindsey Petway Quality Inn Ready Foods Incorporated Greg and Marian Salsbury Schiavo Family Fdn. Inc. Valerie Schmalz Team Prep USA LLC TWC Foundation Inc. TYCO Inc. Charity Trust Account TYCO PAC Charitable Match Martha Violett Harry Warner Daniel and Cheryl Wenzinger Todd and Laura Wheeler Williams Construction Contractors

Littleton Gunnison Gunnison Atlantic Beach Gunnison Denver Gunnison Edmond Gunnison Crested Butte Centennial Reston Princeton Gunnison Bloomfield Hills Golden Castle Rock Norwood

CO CO CO FL CO CO CO OK CO CO CO VA NJ CO MI CO CO CO

THE “W” MOUNTAIN CLUB ($2,500 to $4,999) Anadarko Petroleum Corp. Todger and Shannon Anderson Bank of the West Guy and Connie Barr Timothy and Judy Bergquist Rick Bettger Terry and Mary Brace Tom and Cherie Burggraf Gerald and Betsy Caplan Jason and Erin Carmichael CO Army National Guard Days Inn & Suites Embroidered Sportswear Company Garlic Mike’s Paul Gillis Balie and Beverly Griffith Griggs Orthopedics PC Gunnison Country Times James Hahn Anne Hausler High Mountain Liquor Paul and Enid Holden Roy and Doris Hood The Inn at Tomichi Village Holly Jacobs John Roberts Motor Works Robert Jones Andy and Heidi Keck Lois Reed Estate Mike and Kathy Lutito Bob and Marjorie McGraw Jeanie Miller MillerCoors Mountain Roots Food Project Richard and Belva Moyle James Nauman

Princeton NJ Vail CO San Ramon CA Carlisle PA Arvada CO Steamboat Springs CO CO Springs CO Gunnison CO Boulder CO Gunnison CO Montrose CO Gunnison CO Gunnison CO Gunnison CO San Jose CA Austin TX Crested Butte CO Gunnison CO Gunnison CO Gunnison CO Gunnison CO Gunnison CO Seabrook TX Gunnison CO Pueblo CO Gunnison CO Ellensburg WA Gunnison CO Missoula MT Lakewood CO Westminster CO Gunnison CO Golden CO Gunnison CO Ogden UT San Diego CA

Jim and Sue Oates OffCenter Designs Corp. Bruce Otten Palisades Restaurant & Saloon Paper and Charm James and Teresa Peay Hugh Pitcher Powerstop Stanley and Patricia Pursley Freda Roof Scholarship and Yngye Hanson DSTR. Fund Mark and Mary Jo Schumacher The Sign Guys & Gal!, Inc. The Topper Fdn. Jyl Voss Michael Wade Water Wheel Inn Western Lumber Inc. Wendall and Sharon Williams

Gunnison CO Gunnison CO Littleton CO Gunnison CO Gunnison CO Denver CO Denver CO Gunnison CO Lakewood CO Winston-Salem Almont Gunnison Farmington Lone Tree Elizabeth Gunnison Gunnison Englewood

NC CO CO NM CO CO CO CO CO

THE PRESIDENT’S CLUB ($1,000 to $2,499) Anonymous - 3 AAUW Joan Adair Gary and Dora Alstatt Doug and Dixie Anderson B & B Printers Ball Corporation Benjamin and Corinne Bangs Duke Barret Blackstock Bistro Bradley and Lauren Bass Jeffrey and Lesa Bennett Benson Sotheby’s Realty Reid and Susan Bicknell Big Red Construction Inc. Dick and Donna Bratton Randy and Katie Briggs Kenn Briggs Al Caniff and Denise Mayfield Casey Bergquist, Inc. Castle Creek Guitar Company, LLC Art Chaput Community Fdn. of Greater Des Moines Thomas Conner Pat (Norma) Crain Daniels Fund Glen DeBroder Desert Schools Federal Credit Union Dove Graphics Bob and Cindy Drexel Steven Fields Four Corners Assoc. of Professional Landmen

Gunnison CO Cotopaxi CO Grand Junction CO Loveland CO Gunnison CO Broomfield CO Tulsa OK Annapolis MD Crested Butte CO Chicago IL Casper WY Crested Butte CO Broomfield CO Kingman AZ Gunnison CO Fort Collins CO CO Springs CO Gunnison CO Northglenn CO Gunnison CO Denver CO Des Moines Aurora Grand Junction Denver Winston-Salem

IA CO CO CO NC

Phoenix Gunnison Gunnison Englewood

AZ CO CO CO

Farmington NM

Gary Garland Jeff and Laurie Garren Gene Taylors Sporting Goods Gentle Dental Care Donald and Janet Gerardi Bill and Sharon Gern Maria Gianaras Gregory Giesen Bill and Linda Ginsberg GMT Exploration Co. LLC Ronald and Lynette Goodrich Great Land Log Homes Gary and Linda Greenstreet Carla Gross Gunnison Bank and Trust Co. Gunnison County Electric Assoc. Gunnison Real Estate & Rentals, LLC Gunnison Savings & Loan Gunnison Valley Aviation Gunnison Vitamin & Health Food Store Mervin Guy Delia Haefeli John and Judy Hansen John and Kitty Hasche Fred and Leta Haverly Larry Heesch Heights Physical Therapy Jim Hermann Ken Heuer Tracy Hoart Mary Hodges Hoskin, Farina & Kampf, P.C. Jeanne Hull Independence Tube Corporation J & W Catering Don and Michelle Jackson Jerman Consultant Group Thomas Johnson and Victoria Simpson Timothy Johnson Zachary Jungers Gregg and Suzanne Jurgens Robert and June Just KBUT Radio Gina Keenan-Heepke Peter Kirchhof David and Brigette Kirvin Marcia Landwehr LaSada Hunting Service Catherine Lauterbach Law of the Rockies Mark and Stephanie Lee Michael and Barbara Lengyel Lockheed Martin University Matching Gift Allen and Katina Lundberg Jim and Dee Mahaffey

Edmond Gunnison Gunnison Gunnison Midlothian Laramie Carbondale Highlands Ranch Parker Houston Pueblo Gunnison Lubbock Honolulu Gunnison Gunnison Gunnison Gunnison Gunnison

OK CO CO CO VA WY CO CO CO TX CO CO TX HI CO CO CO CO CO

Gunnison CO Springs Greeley Hendersonville Denver Gunnison Littleton Gunnison Littleton Denver Idaho Falls Pueblo Gunnison Gunnison Chicago Gunnison Houston Denver

CO CO CO NC CO CO CO CO CO CO ID CO CO CO IL CO TX CO

Louisville La Crosse Phoenix Estes Park Englewood Crested Butte Ft. Morgan Aurora Las Vegas Gunnison Russell Ft. Worth Gunnison Fountain Tempe

CO WI MD CO CO CO CO CO NV CO KS TX CO CO AZ

Reston VA Parker CO Anchorage AK

Stacey Mark Kirk Martinez Sarah Mattern Maverick Capital Fdn. Dennis and Linda McCurry Leland McGill Debby McGlathery Joseph Merritt James and Laura Millensifer Elizabeth Miller Marshall and Lyria Miller Patrick Miller and Tammi Wilbourn-Miller Misty Mountain Floral Company Robert Mitton Monarch Realty, Inc. Monty’s Auto Parts Mountain West Inurance & Financial Services, LLC Mt Crested Butte Water & Sanitation District Dale Myers Bud and Karen Najvar Najvar & Najvar, CPA’s Nance Properties, LLC Dale and Mary Jane Neese Robert and Jennifer Nellis Jade Norton Amy Ochs O’Hayre Dawson, P.C. Ol Miner Steakhouse Oldcastle SW Group, Inc. Heather Orr Daniel and Jeanne O’Shaughnessy David and Jennifer Paddock Parish Oil Co., Inc. William T. Parr III Pat’s Screen Printing Harry and Sylvia Peterson Ellen Petrick Gaar Potter Skip Pritchard Donald and Donna Prosser Bob and Margo Riggan Rocky Mountain Frames & Trophies Inc. Danny Rosen Rotary Club of Gunnison Roto-Rooter Plumbing Jack and Ashley Saville Shell Matching Gifts Pete & Kim Sherman Sherwin-Williams Shondeck Financial Services Melanie Smith and Amy Zook Florian Smoczynski Speed Stacks, Inc. Virgil and Helen Stan

Davidson NC Bismarck ND Centennial CO Dallas TX Louisville TN Denver CO Arvada CO Alice TX Oakley KS Marietta GA Bremerton WA Ft. Collins Gunnison Ridgway Gunnison Gunnison

CO CO CO CO CO

Gunnison CO Mt Crested Butte Livermore Houston Houston Arvada Helotes Golden Pueblo CO Springs Gunnison Gunnison Ogden Gunnison Englewood Boulder Montrose West Point Gunnison Middleton Shasta Denver Walla Walla Denver Wenatchee

CO CA TX TX CO TX CO CO CO CO CO UT CO CO CO CO GA CO WI CA CO WA CO WA

Gunnison CO Fruita CO Gunnison CO Tulsa OK Midlothian VI Princeton NJ Crested Butte CO Gunnison CO Gunnison CO Denver CO Madison WI Englewood CO Tucson AZ

Campaign Sports, LLC Manalapan NJ William and Claudia Campbell Littleton CO Ouray CO Janet Carlile Thomas and Linda Casey Scottsdale AZ Thomas and Amy Castillo Dallas TX David Clifford Centennial CO Judson and Betty Clifton Sandy OR Carol Coon El Cerrito CA Marshall and Jane Crouch Golden CO Kristine Curtis Burke VA Dalby, Wendland & Co., PC Grand Junction CO Jerome and Donna Dayton Carbondale CO James and Amy Degenhard Severna Park MD George and Peggy Delaney Castle Rock CO Mary Dougherty Golden CO San Ramon CA Gunnison CO ENGEO Incorporated Justin Fellhauer El Segundo CA John and Stephanie Flanigan Denver CO Gunnison CO Austin TX Gunnison CO Sophia Fontana Atlanta GA Grand Junction CO W. L. and Lindsay Freihofer Gunnison CO Englewood CO Liz Fuller Peter and Nancy Gauss Gunnison CO Highlands Ranch CO THE PARTNERS’ CLUB Reginald and Charlotte Gill Mary-Lynn Goberis Golden CO ($750 to $999) Bradley Groselak Lemont IL Gunnison CO Denver CO Gunnison Business Women Clay and Keely Campbell Scottsdale AZ Gunnison CO Hadlegal Serivces, LLC Marta Coleman Gunnison CO Trafalgar IN Richard and Noelle Hagan Connie Elliott Montrose CO Dallas Everhart Fort Collins CO DeAnn Hanson Jeffersonville VT Crested Butte CO Height of Land Publications, Ltd. Bill and Stephanie Niemi Dillon CO Lafayette CO JoLynn Heil Cathy Strange Gunnison CO Tulsa OK James and Karen Hill Christopher Walsh Lawrence Hill Medical Lake WA Rumson NJ Henry Hoffman and Heidi Servilla THE COLLEGIAN’S CLUB Matthew Hossner Denver CO ($500 to $749) Greenville DE Bruce and Jane Humphries Monmouth OR Ace and Andrea Apodaca Northglenn CO Duke and Rita Iverson Johns Creek GA Glenwood Springs CO Jarrett McConnico LLC Architectural Concrete Finishes Chubbuck ID Brad Baca Gunnison CO Gregory and Margaret Kaiser The Woodlands TX John and Kelly Bailey Fort Collins CO Robert and Alessandra Kath Gunnison CO Dillon CO John Kawauchi Barbara J. Schneeman Real Estate Co. Littleton CO Gunnison CO Kenneth Kimminau and Teri Hernandez Bruce Bartleson & Deirdre Fotescu Las Vegas NV Sonora CA Patrick and Amanda Knight Paul Becker Lancaster CA Fruita CO KPA Sheetmetal & Raingutters Robert and Susan Beeken Couer D’Alene ID Bill and Lori Bennett Denver CO Joseph Krutulis Billings MT Gunnison CO David and Carol Kuhns Berfield’s Stage Stop Crested Butte CO Jack Bergey Lone Tree CO Lacy Construction Company LTD Issaquah WA Bryan and Dawn Bernhard Fort Lupton CO Mark and Rita Macomber Boulder CO George and Joy Besse Gunnison CO Richard and JoAnne Malmgren Pueblo CO Milton Binford Bella Vista AR Margaret Masias Fort Collins CO Walter Borneman Estes Park CO Bradley and Tiffany Massey Denver CO Chip and Mary Bromfield Castle Rock CO John McGovern Hobbs NM Debra Bruce Chicago IL Michael and Mary McVay Centennial CO Joshua and Erin Bruning Parker CO Robert and Wendi Meehan Laguna Hills CA Brycon Team Construction Rio Rancho NM Dick and Jana Minot North Olmsted Ohio Gunnison CO Moen Buff’s Collision Specialists Troy MI Anchorage AK Jack Myers James and Sally Burkholder Las Vegas NV Bill Saylor San Luis Obispo CA Frank and June Nails

Sean Stansberry Anne Steinbeck Jerry Tincani John & Julie Tobin Richard and Joanie Todd Robert Todd True Value Udev Management, Inc. University of Southern Oregon Dana Veitch John and Barbara Walker Jim Wallace Mark and Ruth Welch Gene West Western State CO UniversityExtended Studies Western State Dining Services by Sodexo Wet Grocer Barbara Wheeler Jeff and Danna Wiepking

Montrose CO Gunnison CO Aurora CO Highlands Ranch CO Centennial CO Dickinson ND Gunnison CO Gunnison CO Ashland OR Morrison CO Tucson AZ La Junta CO Littleton CO Foxfield CO

Horace Najvar Houston TX Gunnison CO Nesbitt & Company, LLC CO Springs CO Robert Oettinger Littleton CO Scott Paquette Phillip and Joan Perkins Gunnison CO Craig Peterson, DVM Pekin IL Denver CO Phyllis Knight, Esq. Gunnison CO Gary and Shelly Pierson Gunnison CO Jerry Piquette Professional Business Solutions of Western CO Grand Junction CO Professional Landmen’s Association of New Orleans New Orleans LA Puchek Construction Gunnison CO Upshur Quinby Tampa FL R & R Pumping Unit Repair & Service Ventura CA John and Leslie Randall Elizabeth CO David and Lynn Ransin Springfield MO David Rhoades Green Valley AZ Meyer Saltzman Denver CO Bradd and Jada Schafer Gunnison CO Richard and Mary Schafer La Salle CO Don Schroeder Lakewood CO Tom and Anne Shrake Reno NV Tim and Carrie Smith Juneau AK Darwin and Jackie Subart Highlands Ranch CO Daniel and Vishia Talbot Winter Haven FL The Law Office of Thomas M. Riser PC Gunnison CO The Merchant Store Austin TX Tomichi Tire - Towing Service Gunnison CO Traders Rendezvous Gunnison CO Julius Uhrlaub Littleton CO Amy Ullrich Madison NJ Verizon Tulsa OK Phillip and Carolyn Virden Lake City CO Jeffrey and Elizabeth Vosler Eaton CO Elizabeth Warren CO Springs CO Michael and Lindsay West New Castle CO Rob and Vicki Wheeler Englewood CO Audrey Wilson Lakewood CO Denver CO Douglas Wilson Peter Winograd Albuquerque NM Andrew and Alexis Woodyard Centennial CO Joe Wuebben Fort Mill SC Nancy Wyman Englewood CO Wyoming Assoc. of Professional Landmen Casper WY

Joanne Anderson Antero Resources Laurie Atkinson Auto Corral Avago Technologies Ed and Sally Baker David and Patricia Balkenbush Kathleen Bauman Dan Baumann Roberta Baumgard Marty and Lisa Beauchamp Craig Beebe Thomas and Carla Bennett Robert and Carol Bishop Blackgold Supply, Inc. Jacqueline Haines-Bobbitt John and Susan Boogaard Borah-Borah Petroleum, Inc. Gene and Terri Bower Bradsby Group Brian, Zwick, Marchisio and Assoc. Jeffrey and Monterey Brookman Michael and Sally Bruce Derren Bryan Anthony and Kellie Capone Shawn & Suzanne Carmody William and Nancy Cathey Jay Chapman Clarke Agency Carl Clay John and Debra Cole Rob Coleman Rick Coltvet Community Church of Gunnison Julie Conn Dave Covington Ben and Grace Cowan Clarice Cowan Mary Coxsey Tammie Knutson Craven Candace Crumb, Brenda Wolfe, Nancy Pellow Crystal Valley Plumbing & Heating Brian Cummings Bruce and Sharon Custer D & D Drywall Jeremy Decker Robb Dehm Paul Depp Harvey Deutsch THE CRIMSON & SLATE CLUB Scott Dill ($250 to $499) Dory Family Trust Double Eagle Hotel & Casino Anonymous - 1 Mark Acker Bellevue ID Cynthia Drexel Kevin and Lori Alexander Gunnison CO Elmer and Elaine Dudden Bowie and Patricia Allen Sayre OK Peter and Susan Dunda Ryan and Amanda Allen Gunnison CO David Durham Deborah Anderson Hesperia CA Kent and Diane Eckhart

Salem OR Denver CO Littleton CO Gunnison CO Princeton NJ Parachute CO Fruita CO Evergreen CO Elbert CO Aurora CO Louisville CO Tallahassee FL Gunnison CO Grand Junction CO Brush CO CO Springs CO Bellflower CA Casper WY Tucson AZ Denver CO North Canton OH Las Vegas NV Granite Bay CA Bowling Green FL Carmel IN Colorado Springs CO Katy TX Geneva NE Gunnison CO Montrose CO Castle Pines CO Cheyenne WY Elkhorn NE Gunnison CO Katonah NY Gunnison CO Gunnison CO Gunnison CO Thornton CO Los Alamos NM CO Springs Carbondale CO Springs Hoisington Loveland Lochbuie Mendon Broomfield Denver Casa Grande Reno Cripple Creek Gunnison Golden Almont Basehor Boise

CO CO CO KS CO CO NY CO CO AZ NV CO CO CO CO KS ID

Frank and Carol Edlin Wheat Ridge CO David and Rebecca Eggleston Littleton CO Donna Erk Montrose CO Gary Fabiano Green Valley AZ Julie Feier Gunnison CO Hugo and Debbie Ferchau Gunnsion CO Finney Land Co Durango CO Donald and Victoria Foley Spearfish SD John Franzman Centennial CO Brandon Garcia Albuquerque NM Maria Garcia Daly City CA Golden Plains Motel, LLC Holyoke CO Gracey & Dudden PC Arvada CO Grasso Masonry, Inc. Grand Junction CO Emily Grosholz State College PA Rockvale CO Robert Guidry John Gunnison, Jr. Anaheim CA Gunnison Valley Tack and Saddlery Gunnison CO H & H Towing and Auto Repair Gunnison CO Jim and Ginger Halford Whitehouse TX Gunnison CO Andy and Brooke Hanks East Lansing MI Eric Hannah VA Harris Gunnison CO Lisa Havens West Harwich MA Mary Heale Fremont WI Jim Hoefgen Wauwatosa WI Todd Holzwarth Winter Park CO Glenn Honda Honolulu HI Wildwood MO Thomas and Jeanette Huge Janet Hunter Avon CO Bart and Herminia Ibarra Houston TX Fort Worth TX Jeffrey Jackson Frankz and Amie Jacobsen Lenexa KS William and Dolores Jamieson Greeley CO JD Appraisals CO Springs CO Jay and Thelma Jenkins Montrose CO Frank and Sheri Jircik Fort Worth TX John Jones CO Springs CO JSN Consultants, Inc. Arvada CO Ripon CA William and Cynthia Kamps Kamal Karam Anaheim CA Richard and Linda Kieffer Littleton CO Arvada CO John Kiesel Charles and Pamela King Hilo HI Bailey CO Shawn Kingery Kathleen Kinkema Gunnison CO San Diego CA Ali & Victoria Kirtay Luke and Fawn Klepper Littleton CO Broadview Hts. OH Timothy Klodnick Doug and Marilyn Knuth Reno NV Thomas Kolacki Oak Lawn IL Robert Konrad Littleton CO Santa Ana CA Land Concern, LTD Joan Kritzberg San Bernardino CA Olmitz KS Tom and Carol Larson Gunnison CO Law Office of James R. McDonald, P. C. Montrose CO Legg Appraisals, L.L.C. Memphis TN John and Janis Lichterman

Betty Light Bradley and Michele Lingbeck Terri L. Livermore Lloyd Shumway Livestock Loomis Insurance Services Dana Lyons Maurice and Marianne Lyons Glenn and Debra Mallory Malyka Korgan Insurance Agency Todd Markley Sharon Marr Curtis and Rochelle Martin Paul and Sharel Martin J. Mayor Kevin McCall Kent and DeAnna McDaniel Dale and Jodie McDonough David McKenney Erin McKenzie and Daniel Bruce Donovan and Emily McMahill Steven and Denise McMurren Valerie McNair Bill and Karen Michel Lou and Sue Mikkelsen C. J. and Anne Miller ML Lake Enterprises LLC Moot Point, LLC Dick and Karen Morgan Ellen Morgan Michael and Debra Morris Patricia Mullin Allan and Dallas Mulvin Mutual Asset Corporation John and Linda Nelson Neil Newcomb Herbert Niles Nathan and Kristin Olson David and Marjorie Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Reilly Doris Palmer Panoview Subdivision/Zeta Graham Lee and Jolene Pedersen Des Pennartz John and Colette Perusek Norman Petersen William and Norene Piquette Sonja Pluess Steven Powers Curtis and Sanja Prock Jeanette Prock Rachel Brodsky, CPA Timothy Rady Tony and Monica Ramunno Galen Reed Arlene Reitze Bill Rex Joseph and Patricia Richmond Mark and Michelle Riley Robert Leonhardt Ventures

Tucson Broomfield Arvada Blanding Jurupa Valley Gunnson Greeley Grand Junction Fort Lupton Cedaredge Belleville Fallon Tomah Chandler Palatine Gill Iowa Falls Houston Gunnison CO Springs Greeley Broadview Gunnison Calhan Gunnison Parker Salida Fort Collins Las Cruces Delta Pueblo Firestone Brighton Gunnison Woodbridge Cherokee Helena Crested Butte Sacramento Gunnison Fort Collins Gunnison Gunnison Menifee La Junta Edgerton Portland Aurora Castle Rock Telluride Westminster Monument Parker Kent Golden Charlottesville Centennial Pine Bush

AZ CO CO UT CA CO CO CO CO CO MI NV WI AZ IL CO IA TX CO CO CO IL CO CO CO CO CO CO NM CO CO CO CO CO VA OK MT CO CA CO CO CO CO CA CO WI OR CO CO CO CO CO CO WA CO VA CO NY

Dean and Susan Rodewald Ben and Edith Rogers Albert and Angela Roper David and Emily Rothman Nancy Ruehle Matt and Carleen Savoren Joanne Schilling Rebekka Schneider Kurt Schram Jan Schreiber Season for Eagles Seb Romero Construction Inc. Bret Shaw Jerry and Mary Shockey Simi Valley Gridiron Club, Inc. David Smith Dennis and Joanne Snyder David and Laura Stanley George and Caroline Stowell Clinton Sunada Christopher Sutter William Swann Sweetwater Medical Inc. David Swerdfeger Douglas and Stacey Swinehart Minoru and Katherine Takehiro Willie and Helen Tepera The Shanor Group LLC James Thompson, III W. D. and Paula Thompson Marvin Toreson Triple Crown Casinos Harry Truitt Ernest and Judy Trujillo Peter Tyler Leni Vaimaglo Tom and Kaye Van Hee Villa Beauteâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Charles and Kathy Vinson Jan Visintainer Mike Wallace Adam and Chere Wasser Andrew and Jenelle Weaver Richard and Juliana Weber Kent Wilken Michael Williams Glenn Wilson Mike and Barbara Winant Joe and Sheila Winegardner Scott and Sara Winke John Wolkowski Henry Wollum and Donna Erk Michelle Wood Xcel Energy Fdn. Matching Program Joseph and Valerie Yurko Frank and Marlene Zanetell Michael and Wendy Zerr Sherwood Zimmerman

Highlands Ranch CO Fallon NV Gunnison CO Crested Butte CO Gunnison CO Salida CO Birchwood WI Fox Point WI Bend OR Chestnut Hill ME Gunnison CO Gunnison CO Greeley CO Bloomfield NM Simi Valley CA Warwick NY Pueblo CO La Salle CO Gunnison CO Honolulu HI Henderson NV Littleton CO Blanding Utah Phoenix AZ Ranchos de Taos NM Hilo HI Temple TX Denver CO Littleton CO Charlottesville VA Lake Havasu City AZ Cripple Creek CO Franktown CO Hutchinson KS Rock Springs WY Brighton CO Fowler CO Gunnison CO Las Vegas NV Reston VA Seneca SC Cedaredge CO Strausburg CO CO Springs CO Newport Beach CA Broomfield CO Ault CO Golden CO Grand Junction CO Aurora CO Jewett City CT Montrose CO Castle Rock CO Princeton NJ Thornton CO Gunnison CO Denver CO Tucson AZ

THE CORNERSTONE CLUB ($100 to $249) Anonymous - 1 3M Matching Gifts Program Richard Abato Robin Accola Dr. Andrew Adamich Sam and Dayle Adkins AGAPE Productions Dennis and Kathleen Ahonen Loren Ahonen Almont Resort Charles and Robin Alvord Brian Amsberry Bruce and Terri Andersen Scott and Taiya Anderson Terence Anderson Craig and Katherine Andrie Rich Andrzejewski JoAnn Arai Gene and Karen Arnold Victor and Laura Ast Auer Junebugs LLC Adam Balsick and Raymond Balsick Richard Badoian Darlene Bagley Comstedt Austin Bailey Mike and Charlotte Baldino Josh and Jennifer Barchers James and Bonnie Baril Jane Barlow Michael and S. Mirielle Barrett Barbara Barton Carol Bartsch Kevin and Keyla Bass Heath and Suzanne Becker Devin and Kehtrina Begay Rex Bell Dustin Bennetts Mary Jo Bennetts Jerry Beren Rick and Gloria Besecker Camille Besse James and Suzette Bettger James and Barbara Bidwell Bill Matthews Menon Billingsley Jennifer Birrer Alana Bissonnette Ken and Shirley Blair Christopher Blakeslee Wayne and Catherine Blazek Scott Blitz Robert and Nancy Blose Charles and Dawn Bogart Frank and Carolyn Bonadies Lorenzo Bonvicini

St. Paul Great River Chicago Gunnison Ferndale Crested Butte Temperance Gunnison Almont CO Springs Denver Brigham City Pasco CO Springs Aurora Aurora Gunnison Park City Monte Vista Gunnison Calhan Kingwood San Francisco Rochester Salida Dillon Gunnison Denver Riverside Littleton Gunnison San Pedro Brush Prescott Valley Aurora Arvada Buena Vista Highlands Ranch Gunnison Gunnison Brighton Westcliffe Gunnison Crested Butte Dillon Denver Gunnison Centennial Highlands Ranch Denver Wappingers Falls Plano Wayne Denver

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Lee and Ivy Boozel El Cajon CA Candi Borah Gunnison CO Joe Boufaissal Fairview TX Angela Bourelle Castle Rock CO Christopher Bradford Gunnison CO Scott Brantley and Margaret Dolinich CO Springs CO Donna Bratton Gunnison CO Marques and Melissa Bravo CO Springs CO Stephen and Jane Brewster Camarillo CA Randall and Katherine Briggs Ft. Collins CO Earl and Julie Brockert Gilbert AZ Curtis and Kelly Brown Phoenix AZ Bill and Judy Brown Gunnison CO Shane and Amanda Brown Brush CO Adam Bryning Northglenn CO Chandler AZ Richard Buck Allan Bucknell and Kimberlee Walsh Denver CO Daniel Buford Annandale VA Wendell and Lynn Bush Beaverton OR Steven Bussey Littleton CO Montrose CO Carl and Robertine Button Lakewood CO Jan and Nancy Bybee Howard and Mary Ann Byrd Hendersonville NC Kendall and Mary Byrd Perrysburg OH Glenn and Leila Calkins Gunnison CO Robert Campbell Wheat Ridge CO Patricia Card-Van Beek Fort Collins CO Roger and Sharon Carleton CO Springs CO CO Springs CO Shaun and Suzanne Carmody Steven Carolus Oviedo FL Donald and Billie Carpenter Center CO Evergreen CO Todd and Mishele Carroll David Carter CO Springs CO Michael Cassidy CO Springs CO Cattlemenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Days, Inc. Gunnison CO Central CO Veterinary Services LLC Gunnison CO Centron Realty, Inc. Parker CO Charles and Evelyn Chambers Portales NM Alfonso Chan Colleyville TX Gunnison CO Hap and Narcissa Channell R. H. and Bonnie Chase Loveland CO Theresa Chase Grand Junction CO Thornton CO Andrew and Laura Chavers Joseph Chavez Pinehurst NC Lake Almanor CA Reuben and Julie Chavez Marle Chen Irvine CA San Marino CA James and Elta Cherry Kaye Chickering Rancho Santa Margarita CA Cedar Falls IA Leroy & Mary Christ William and Ruth Clark Westminster CO Ritchie Clendenin Boulder CO Douglas AK Albert and Jeffra Clough Marshall and Ann Cochrane Martinez CA Joseph Colacicco Newtown PA Sparks NV Claude Cole Debra Cole and Kristen Cole Castle Rock CO Denver CO Randall Cole Grand Junction CO Marguerite Collard

Peter and Mary Colley Howard and Janet Colling J. and Courtney Collins CO Specialities Edward Conner Patricia Coolidge Casey, Sarah and RC Coons Frederick Cooper John Cooper Bill Corn Cornerstone Companies, Inc. Steven Correa John and Alisa Correia Douglas and Charlotte Cotner Lois Cotten Country Quality Pest Control, Inc. James and Mary Cowan William and Francesca Cowgill Creative Designs Martin and Tammy Croissant Linda Crouse Jesse and Kate Cruz David and Sofia Cullers Dale Culver Rachel Dando Tyler Daniels Kathryn Danskin Robert Darnell Debra Darschewski Krista Darschewski Nicholas Darschewski Ronald and Nancy Darschewski Christopher Daste Steven Daub, C.A.S.A.C. Muriel Day John De Money Patricia Happel Dental by Design Donald Derham Franklin and Hazel Dickey Shane Dickman Tammi Diedrich Russell Dobson Doc Williams Landscaping Inc. Landis and Leila Dooley Alan and Lynn Dotter Drake Woods of Gunnison Bill Dwyer Jeffrey Dykes Bob and Deanna Ekeler Deanna Ekeler Ashleigh Ellis Mark and Lisa Ellis Daniel and Jane Emich Richard Engeman Sandra Everett Eric and Jennifer Farrenkopf David Fergeson

Alpharetta Cedaredge Albquerque Gunnison Crested Butte West Dover Arvada Barnesville Beverton Pitkin INpolis Centennial Tracy Surprise Hotchkiss Pritchett Miramar Beach Granby Gunnison Gig Harbor Crested Butte Gunnison Elk Grove Center Gunnison Westminster Longmont Pelham Erie Brighton Brighton Brighton Simi Valley Clayton Wellington Greeley Denver Phoenix Slidell Searcy Eagle Smi Valley Cambridge Norwood Eustis Kerrville Gunnison Minneapolis OH City Greeley Greeley Denver Centennial Arvada Fort Collins Arvada Tulare Grand Junction

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Cory and Juli Ferguson Ronald and Suzanne Fernandez Spencer and Arlene Fickel Patricia Fitzgerald Larry and Linda Fitzsimons Robert and Karen Fletcher Adrian Foley Timothy Foley Betty Folsom Marilyn Fordham Theresa Frank Larry and Andrea Frattini Douglas and Mara Frazier Boyd and Tracee Frick Thomas and Patricia Frick Mark and Susan Fugger Fullmerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Ace Hardware Harold and Barbara Fulmer Jill Fulmer Janice Gabert Rene Gallegos Richard and Jeanne Gallegos Ronald Gallegos and Heidi Pedersen Samuel and Catherine Gallinger James Gazzoli GB Maintenance Services Martha Gentry David and Sandra Gibbs Michael and Dana Ginsburg J.J. Girard Randy Girtin Richard Gleason Dan and Doris Gonzales Ellen Goodwin Keith and Angela Gora Ryan Gore Susan Gore Zeta Graham Ronald Granieri William and Melynie Greaser Cary and Wendy Green Mariah Green Clea Greenawalt Mark and Mary Greenberg Christopher Gregory Grady Grissom Louis Gundlach Gunnison Auto Glass, Inc. Gunnison Liquors Gunnison Shipping, LLC Gunnison Valley Family Physicians Gunsmoke Travel Plaza Philip and Mary Gustafson Greg Haase and Peggy Rolfes Lucile Hadley Brian Haenisch Kyle Haffner Mary Hager

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W3000 - WESTERN’S

WESTERN STATE

RESURGENCE!

FOUNDATION

(L to R) Pam Johnston (Financial Manager and Annual Fund Officer), Debbie Johnson (Staff Assistant), Kenzie Conradson (Foundation Intern), Catherine Lopez (Major Gift Officer, Denver), Tom Burggraf (Executive Director).

IMAGINE, 3,000 STUDENTS AT WESTERN! W3000 is an effort to elevate Western’s enrollment to 3,000+ students. The thrilling news is today, Western has 2,908 students! Western had the highest percentage growth—6.8%— of all four-year Colorado public institutions between fall 2015 and fall 2016! Keep the momentum going! Your gift to W3000 will provide: Scholarships, Digital Marketing, Support Programs for new students, Retention Efforts to uplift struggling students with peer and faculty mentors, and more!

THERE HAS NEVER BEEN A MORE CRUCIAL TIME TO SUPPORT WESTERN THAN RIGHT NOW!

CONTACT US: Western State Colorado University Foundation Post Office Box 1264 Gunnison, CO 81230 (970) 641-2237 phone (970) 641-2239 fax tburggraf@western.edu

Your gift to W3000 will be matched 1:1 by the Western State Foundation! Whether you give $30, $300, $300, $3,000 or more, your gift will have TWICE THE IMPACT! Your gift will lift Western, our students and the Western Nation to their rightful place...the mountaintop! Please give today: Go to www.western.edu/give. Thank you!

Our newest team member, Catherine Lopez, comes to us with 20 years of fundraising experience in higher education and health care, most recently as Senior Director of Advancement for University of Colorado, Denver. Catherine began in her new role as Major Gift Officer for Western on September 1, 2016 and is based in Denver as part of a new front range fundraising initiative. With over 6,000 alumni in the Denver-Metro area alone, Western has a large constituent base that Catherine is engaging for major gifts. In addition to individual giving, she will be grant writing and working on corporate and estate gift planning. “I am humbled and very enthusiastic to be a part of this dynamic team that garners support to strengthen the educational experience for present and future generations at Western” Lopez says. “I look forward to hearing the many wonderful stories about people’s time at Western and what inspires them to give.” If you would like to meet with Catherine to explore how you might enjoy making a difference in the lives of Western students, email her at clopez@western.edu.

THE FOUNDATION WOULD LIKE TO THANK the generous lead donors who, as “Power of 10” investors, committed $100,000 to the Advancement Campaign (of which W3000 is a part): Sean Markey, Gerry and Jenny Shear, Maxine and David Pierce, Ken and Barbara Moffitt, Luftseben, Tom and Carolyn Corbett, and Kathy Kregel and Jim Smith.

Meet Catherine!

The Foundation bids a grateful and affectionate farewell to Deborah Hoskins, Associate Director for nearly 18 years, who served our donors with great care and warmth. She has moved on to spend more time with her family, and is greatly missed.

The Foundation is the primary depository of private gifts in support of Western State Colorado University. It is responsible for the management, investment and disbursement of charitable gifts according to donor stipulations. The Western State Colorado University Foundation, Inc. is tax-exempt under Sec. 501 (c) (3) of the Internal Revenue Code and gifts to it are deductible under Sec. 170 (b)(1)(A)(iv).

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