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update Adams State honors largest graduating class Campus transformation continues The search is on for next ASU prez Federal grant funds College Assistance Migrant Program Humanities M.A. launches emphasis in cultural resource mgt. New science facilities & equipment provided by Title V STEM grant Judge Lucero authors historic decision
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adams state’s largest graduating class ever – 333 undergraduates – was honored at Spring Commencement 2014. Read more on page 4.
features Emeritus Faculty: Dr. Margery Herrington Dr. Christine Keitges Dr. Teri McCartney ‘87, ‘92 Dr. David Mazel ‘85, ‘87 They came to teach What did you learn in college this year? First-generation students find their full potential Movin’ on up - MBA alumni achieve professional advancement & personal fulfillment
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giving “Stars” event supports scholarships Alumni support fuels growth
alumnotes alumni scrapbook sports scenes Grizzlies spring season Scenes: Outdoor Track & Field Nationals Athletic Hall of Fame Grizzlies place 8th in Learfield Sports Directors Cup RMAC Hall of Fame inducts ASU runners SLV Health honors ASU Athletics for service
SEPTEMBER 6 New Grads - Denver Watch your email for details
OCTOBER 10-11 Homecoming - ASU
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Colorado Springs Pueblo Denver
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Retirees’ Christmas Dinner SLV Theatre Matinee
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alumnews Homecoming Schedule Outstanding Alumnus Dr. John Tooker ‘66 honored for leadership in healthcare Help Adams State honor its greatest alumni Exceptional New Alumnus serves others through medicine Third Hall of Fame honors educators
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Watch your mail for details. www.facebook.com/ adamsalumni • adams.edu/alumni 800-824-6494, ext. 8 Stay up to date on events, sports, and news from Adams State University:
www.adams.edu/news During the first phase of Richardson Hall renovation, the offices of Alumni Relations and the ASU Foundation are now located on the first floor of Porter Hall.