2013 REP ORT OF T HE P R ES IDENT S OUT H ERN CONNECT ICUT S TAT E UNIVER S IT Y
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he Division of Institutional Advancement had another year of strong fundraising results. Gifts and commitments for fiscal year 2013 totaled $1.9 million. Through their generous support, alumni and friends continued to demonstrate their commitment to the university and belief in the value of a Southern education. The latter was clearly evident in gifts from the Oaklawn Foundation — the continuation of a 15-year tradition of giving — along with the establishment of ten new named scholarships. The Southern Connecticut State University Foundation saw changes with a new slate of officers: David R. McHale serves as chairman; Richard F. Tripodi, vice chairman; Michael R. Chambrello, treasurer; and Mary O’Connell Kozik, secretary. In addition, Robert R. Stamp, vice president for institutional advancement, was named executive director of the foundation. The Alumni Association continued its recognition and outreach efforts through a variety of events. During graduate commencement exercises, the Distinguished Alumni Award was presented posthumously to Dawn Lafferty Hochsprung, M.S. ’97, 6th Yr. ’98; Anne Marie Murphy, M.S. ’08; Mary J. Sherlach, M.S. ’90, 6th Yr. ’92, and master’s degree student Victoria Soto. The Celebration of Philanthropy recognized leadershiplevel donors for their contributions to scholarship funds and university programs. Alumni Professionals Day presented students with an opportunity to obtain career information from Southern grads, and receptions and reunions were occasions to celebrate Southern connections.
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