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our company and the company’s involvement with the community." In 1981, Ben III became president of the now-incorporated company. The spirit and tradition continues today as Stinson’s celebrates 60 years of service to the community. Stinson is also involved with CSUB as a foundation board member and also serves on various boards in the Bakersfield community.
“Being asked to be inducted into the CSUB Alumni Hall of Fame was quite a surprise to me," Van Boening said. "I am delighted and honored to accept this recognition. Not only will this mean I am joining a great group of honorees this year as well as those of past years, but I can take part in a really fun night at the annual Hall of Fame dinner!” Van Boening is a native of Bakersfield and received his master's in health care management from CSUB in 1992 and his pharmacy doctorate at University of the Pacific. He is a registered pharmacist and president and chief executive officer of Bakersfield Memorial Hospital. Van Boening is married to Phillis and they have four children. Van Boening also serves on the CSUB Foundation Board. “Receiving a Master of Science Administration, Health Care from CSUB was essential for me to attain my goal of changing professions and career in midlife," he said. "Moving from a practicing pharmacist and pharmacy owner into hospital administration is almost impossible without a master’s degree." He feels fortunate to gave earned his education from the local university. "CSUB was my choice for many reasons," he said. "Not only did
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I want a true classroom university experience, but CSUB was by far the most recognized and accredited university available to me locally for the education and credential I was seeking.“ Chaffin said the CSUB Alumni Association is pleased to recognize the four outstanding graduates. "Christine, John, Ben and Jon exemplify professional success as well as personal integrity," Chaffin said. "Each has excelled in their chosen field and has been generous in their commitment of time and resources to the community and the campus. We couldn't ask for a more distinguished group of individuals to represent CSUB.” The community is invited to join in celebrating these distinguished alumni on Feb. 19. Individual tickets are $100; a table of eight is $700. A social hour starts at 6:30 p.m., with dinner and the program beginning at 7 p.m. Sponsorship levels range from $500 to $10,000. Proceeds from the event benefit the CSUB Alumni Scholarship Fund.
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