If you take a look around the local community, chances are the professionals you choose to hire–cosmetologists, dental hygenists, mechanics, to name just a few—went through a successful degree program at Pueblo Community College. Not only has the college become nationally known for its program excellence and forward thinking, but as President Dr. Patty Erjavec noted Friday evening, the goal that is the most satisfying is the fact that 1200 graduated last year from PCC with a great foundation for a successful career.
The Pueblo Community College Donor Appreciation Dinner was held in the Fortino Ballroom on campus to honor those who support PCC scholars and make it possible for many of them to make ends meet.
Faculty member Michael Engle served as general emcee, and Foundation Board President Joe Welte and Dr. Erjavec thanked supporters and gave some historical perspective about how PCC has become the stellar educational institution it is today. Heather Stevens, former PCC scholarship recipient, talked about how valuable her time at PCC was and how it formed a solid foundation for her to go on with her studies and career goals.
Ted Trani was honored as a retiring board member. Geofrey Gordon and Renee Rodriquez were recognized as the Foundation’s newest Emeritus inductees.
Two consistent sponsors–Credit Union of Colorado and SunWest Educational Credit Union–were inducted into the President’s Circle.
These honorees and most of the attendees at the dinner are examples of paying it forward. Much of PCC’s student body is comprised of non-traditional students, some of whom are single parents trying to make life better for their families. By doing this, they are setting an example of success for their children. Many success stories would not have been possible without PCC Foundation donors.
• Since 1988, approximately $4 million has been given to PCC students in scholarships;
• An additional $12 million has been given in college program support.
For more information about how you can get involved, log on to www.puebloccfoundation.org.
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- Dr. Sunny Schmitt, left, Carole Walls, Barbara Fortino (she and her late husband Tony were instrumental in starting the PCC Foundation and were inducted into the President’s Circle in 1999)
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- Jimmie and Diane Porter, left, with Drs. Linda and Eric Carlson (President’s Circle inductees in 2011)
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- Charlie Wolfers (President’s Circle inductee in 2006), left, and Dehl Wolfers
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- Aletta and Albert Benko
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- Adam Padilla and Heather Stevens, former PCC Scholar
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- John and Agnes Miazga (President’s Circle inductees in 2010), left, with Kathy Herrin, director of academic services for the Fremont campus
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- Harvey Herzog and Linda Sutphin
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- Dr. Wally and Wynona Sullivan (she’s on the Foundation board)
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- Sharon Bonner, left, Sarah Joseph, Sandy Romero and Kara Mason
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- Lisa Jagger, left, and Carla Barela (Foundation board member)
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- Eric Larson, left, Renee Rodriquez (inducted into the Emeritus Board), Marty Poole (board member), Charlotte Vasquez, Tammy Fesmire (board treasurer)
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- Glenn Ballantyne played delightful piano during the reception
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- Kathryn and Robert Figueroa
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- Frank Zerfas, left, Bill Trevithick, Janice Mehle, Gloria Feeback, Leslie Shepard, Amy Galassini
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- PCC Chief Business Officer Jon Brude, left, Board President Joe Welte and Ray Erjavec
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- Ray and Dr. Patty Erjavec, PCC president
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- John Barnosky, Jayne Mazur and Wynona Sullivan
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- Scott and Myra Robb, left, with Todd Kelly
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- Glenn Parker, left, listens to a point made by Mickey Moore
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- Marty Poole, left, chats with Diane Porter
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- Ron and Helen Wiley
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- Cynthia and David Becker
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- Sandy and Marv Stein, left, with Emeritus Inductee Geofrey and Nancy Gordon
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- Patty and Arnie Van Zandt
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- Dr. Patty Erjavec, left, with Amy Hurtig-Smith and Connie Ryan
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- Candace Elgart, left, and Irene Elgart
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- Judi Porter, left, talks with Nancy Viller
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- Carlos Baca, left, chats with Walter Schepp (2008 President’s Circle inductee and instrumental in funding the Fremont Student Commons)
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- Mary Jo Ryals, left, chats with Olive Baca
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- Joey and Natalie Falbo
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- Ruth Gonzales and Robert Rivera
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- Nancy Martin and Chaz Hastings
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- Warren and Ardell Curtis, left, Renee Rodriquez, Eric Carson
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- Jonathan Gary, left, and Ted Trani (Dotsy Baxter photobombing in back)
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- Joan and Bert Hartman
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- Ted and Clara Trani
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- Carlos and Olive Baca
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- Sandy Stein makes a point to Barbara Duff (board member)
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- Don and Anna Marie Colalancia
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- Jennifer Sherman, left, talks with Dr. Patty Erjavec
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- Keith and Sharon Swerdfeger, 2008 President’s Circle inductees and she is past board president
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- Geraldine Colette greets Walter Schepp
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- Bill Trevithick, left, Dotsy Baxter, Mark Trevithick
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- Sandy Stein chats with Glenn Parker
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- Karla Cordova, left, and Beth Davis
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- Faculty member MIchael Engle welcomes everyone
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- Cornucopia centerpieces perfect for the season
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- From President’s Circle inductee SunWest Educational Credit Union: Janice Mehle, Senior VP, left, Lynn Morrison, president and CEO, Leslie Shepard, VP of operations and Amy Galassini, VP of finance
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- Board VP Mickey Moore and Irene Elgart
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- Foundation ED Martha Simmons greets guests
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- Board President Joe Welte says a few words
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- Joe Welte and his family were inducted into the President’s Circle in 2000
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- Ted Trani accepts an appreciation award from Joe Welte
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- Joe Welte on stage with Emeritus Inductees Geofrey Gordon and Renee Rodriquez
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- Geofrey Gordon says a few words as Joe Welte looks on
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- Geofrey Gordon
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- Renee Rodriquez and Geofrey Gordon
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- Joe Welte, left, and Emeritus inductees Renee Rodriquez and Geofrey Gordon
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- Renee Rodriquez says a few words
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- Renee Rodriquez reflects on her time supporting PCC
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- Joe Welte and Geofrey Gordon
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- Renee Rodriquez
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- Dr. Patty Erjavec has good reason to be very proud of the accomplishments of PCC and its students.
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- Dr. Patty Erjavec acknowledges staff members
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- Theresa Dudley, branch manager of Credit Union of Colorado, accepts the President’s Circle induction award
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- Theresa Dudley from Credit Union of Colorado thanks attendees
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- Dr. Patty Erjavec, left, and Theresa Dudley of Credit Union of Colorado
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- Frank Zerfas, board chairman for SunWest Educational Credit Union, says a few words as President and CEO Lynn Morrison and Dr. Patty Erjavec look on
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- Dr. Patty Erjavec, left, and Lynn Morrison and Frank Zerfas, representing SunWest Educational Credit Union
