u n i v e r s i t y g a l a october 5, 2012
Proceeds from this evening’s Gala will be used to fund Music, Fine Arts, and Presidential Scholarships at Southwest Minnesota State University.
Evening Schedule... 6:00 p.m. Social Hour Silent Auction
Enjoy the SMSU Concert Choir, SMSU Jazz Band, and Jazz with Pete & Ross
The Silent Auction will be available to view throughout the evening until the start of the Live Auction.
Dining
MAIN ENTREE (Chef Dennis Nord) Pork Steamships with Cranberry Demi Glace Yukon Gold Escalloped Potato with Smoked Gouda Grilled Vegetables Sage Butter & Dinner Rolls
MASH-UP STATION (Culinology Students) Vegetarian Pho Shooters with Tofu & Soba Noodles Milk Braised Pork with Spicy Cranberry & Mango Chutney Sundried Tomato Pesto Gelato with a Pine Nut & Parmesan Crisp
HAND–HELD STATION (Culinology Students) Arepas filled with Shredded Beef, Fried Plantains & Queso California Roll Sushi with Avocado & Crab Spinach & Feta Cheese Spanakopita
DOWN–HOME STATION (Culinology Students) Sgt. Pepper’s Roasted Tomato Soup with Cheese Grillers Prefect Romano’s Mac ‘n Cheese Roll Pollo Potpie Puff Pastries de Capitán Padilla
9:00 p.m. Live Auction
Silent Auction bidding ceases when the Live Auction begins. Tonight’s auction will be conducted by Tim Deutz and Troy Deutz.
Followed by Dancing Dance to the music of Something New.
Attendees... Roger & Julie Miller Bruce & Deb Mitlyng Roger & Connie Mohr Debra Morgan John Morgan Jeff & Melanie Mueller Bill & Stacie Mulso Eric & Stacey Myhre Carissa Nath Michael & Susan Norgaard Ronald Obermoller Terry & Therese Parr David & Marcia Patterson Matt & Helen Pedersen Melanie Pedersen Brian & Cindy Pfeiffer Doug Pilgrim & Jan Loft Karl & Shirley Porisch Carol Purrington Brian & Lisa Rademacher Lee & Norma Raske Kevin & Deann Reese Dan Rippel Keri Roeller Joe & Betty Roers Doug Root Eric & Anna Runestad Ben & Kristel Schamber Karl & Nadine Schmidt Dean & Wendy Schoolmeester Mark Schwanebeck & Lois Henkel Clayton & Tami Schwerin Harold Schwerin
George & Peg Seldat Doug & Molly Simon Jim Smalley & Sara Runchey Paola Stefani Tim & Christy Steinbach David & Gwen Sturrock Lonnie & Jeanine Swenson Jim & Sheila Tabaka Dave & Diane Taylor Michael & Jen Thomas Will & Candace Thomas Linda Thompson Denny & Shirley Timmerman Gerry & Mary Toland Bill & Traci Toulouse Mike VanDrehle Pat & Karen VanKeulen Gary & Debbie VanOverbeke Terry & Cindy Verschaetse Gene & Brenda Verschelde Dustin & Sonya Vierstraete John & Stacey Voit Bill & Becky Weber Kim & Kristin Wegner Adam Willert & Heather Planting Jeff Witt & Sara Granheim Michael & Elizabeth Weiss Devlon & Bobbi Werkman Jennifer Wood Ronald & Sandra Wood Lu Yackley Paul & Melissa Younger James & Marianne Zarzana
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Darrel Feucht Quentin & Carla Fixen Erica Flatin Doug & Jo Anne Fraunfelder Dennis & Marj Frederickson Neil & Stacy Frost Darrell & Marilyn Fuhr John & Leanna Ginocchio John & JoAnne Glasgow Mark Goodenow Kory & Amy Grant Matthew Gross & Marissa Brody Brian & Kris Gruhot Christian & Kim Guenther Sheldon & Marge Haaland Rick & Marcia Herder Lucas & Jessica Hilgemann Chris & Mary Jo Hmielewski Dan Hoffman Quinn & Kari Horvath Bob Jacobson Joshua & Jennifer Johnson Karen Kaas Tyson & Janell Kassel Jim & Deb Kerkaert Anthony & Ami Kerr Sheldon & Connie Kimpling Stephen & Maria Kingsbury Jim & Jill Kontz Michael & Alecia Kramer Steve Kramer & Beth Weatherby Al & Linda Kruse Nan Larson Amber Leininger Chet & Nicole Lockwood Kelly & Kari Loft Steve & Mary Maertens Roger & Donna Madison Timothy Michel & Stephanie McKee Steve & Karen Meister
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Kim Abraham & Kim Fier-Abraham Jorun Ahmann Fred & Deb Almer Christine Anderson Bill & Molly Archbold Paul & Joyce Arends Steve & Linda Bach Brett & Amy Beernaert Brett Berg Scott & Marcia Beukelman Brian & Krista Bjella Eric & Erica Bly Greg & Paula Boerboom Jason & Holly Jo Boerboom Jeff & Rhonda Bonnstetter Jeanette Bosveld Mark & Deb Boulton Tyler & Sue Bowen Pat Brace Tom Brown Dan & Christy Brusven Candace Buchholz Kevin & Susan Carlson James & Gail Carr Duane & Deb Carrow Jeff & Janet Chapman Jim & Kim Christianson Scott & Laura Crowell Cory & Amber Crowley Senator Gary Dahms Steve Davis & Jean Stassen Fran & Syl DeBaere Betsy Desy Nicholas & Michelle Doeling Tim & Jennifer Deutz Troy Deutz Bernard & Eileen Dulas Eric & Neenah Eben Erin Eichten Colleen Feucht
Dining Room Layout
Silent Auction
Entrance
Attendees...
Scholarship Recipients . . .
Silent Auction . . .
Sherman Chiropractic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Hour Massage Certificate
Noah Anderson ....................Madelia, MN Catherine Lucken ..................Melrose, MN
Silpada Jewelry - Lori Radke . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Necklace
Danae Aslesen ..........................Boyd, MN Benjamin Malakowsky ........St. James, MN
Slumberland . . . . . . . . . . .Mustang Statue & (2) Leather Mustang Reclining Chairs with Ottomans
Laura Bania ..............................Geneva, IL Janel Marier ......................Forest Lake, MN
South Dakota Symphony . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 Concert Tickets
Heather Buysse ....................Marshall, MN Sullivan Marxen ................Minnetrista, MN
Sole-Mates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(4) $20 Gift Cards, Bifold Wallet & Portage Traveler Wallet
Justin Condelli ......................Marshall, MN Steven McGeary ....................Danvers, MN
Sonia’s Family Hair Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$25 Gift Certificate
John Craig ......................Worthington, MN Spencer Mills........................Lakeville, MN
SMSU English Department . . . . . . . . . . . . Basket with a Blanket, Books, Flowered Teapot & Wine
Nicholas Dorman ................Marshall, MN Luke Nelson ......................Westbrook, MN
SMSU HM Culinology® . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Far East Interactive Cooking for 12 Couples
Anthony Dunne ..........Redwood Falls, MN Tyler Nielsen ............................Milan, MN Anna Eben ................................George, IA Beth Ochs..............................Franklin, MN Caleb Ellingson..............Beaver Creek, MN Gregory Pavek ....................Hendricks, MN Amanda Fauks ....................Litchfield, MN Joseph Pfannschmidt ..................Lynd, MN Alexis Fontana ........................Brandon, SD Alexander Pikala ....Columbia Heights, MN Callie Frank ..............................Sartell, MN Sara Popowski........................Ivanhoe, MN
SMSU Music Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (4) Tickets to “A Very Prairie Christmas” & $50 TK’s Steak House Gift Card SMSU President’s Office . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Leather Attache Case SMSU Theatre Department . . . . . . .(2) Tickets to Dinner Theater to any SMSU Theatre Production Southwest Pallets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 Patio Chairs & Table St. Paul Saints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(4) In-field Tickets State Farm Insurance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (2) Folding Lawn Rocking Chairs
Ryan Fredrickson ........................Elko, MN Leo Poquette ........................Lakeville, MN
Strawberry Fields/Orphanage Antiques . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(2) Ceramic Angel Tealight Holders
Kassandra Gottskalkson ......Minneota, MN Katherine Robertson ..........Dakota City, NE
Studio B . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16x20 Wall Portrait & Session
Samuel Guetter ....................Wabasso, MN Ashley Rodeberg..............Montevideo, MN
Subway . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(2) Gift Bags with Coupon for Three-foot Sub
Steven Halloran ..................Le Center, MN Austin Schmidt ..........................White, SD
Sunsational Tanning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$20 Gift Certificate & Tanning Products
Adam Hudak ......................Prior Lake, MN Tyler Schoep....................Montevideo, MN
Taco Johns . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(5) $5 Gift Certificates
Chelsey Javner ....................Hardwick, MN Aaron Schuler ................Granite Falls, MN
Taylor, Diane & Dave . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Hand-Carved & Painted California Quail
Amanda Johnson ....................Morton, MN Derick Schultz............................Tulare, SD
The Bike Shop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Bench Weights & Bike Rack
Sara Johnson ..........................Chaska, MN Katie Schwarz ......................St. James, MN Elise Kazmerzak ..............Lake Preston, SD Steven Shega ..................Apple Valley, MN David Kelsey Bassett ..................Tracy, MN Joshua Spreiter ....................Litchfield, MN Daniel Kilkelly ....................Stillwater, MN Stephanie Stensland ..............Granada, MN Josie Klingenberg ....................Adrian, MN Taylor Swenson ..................Pipestone, MN Andrew Kompelien ........Cottonwood, MN Ashlinn Thommes ..................Delano, MN
The Hut . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$10 Gift Certificate The Party Place . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Vikings Party Pail Thomas, Dr. Jeff . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Upper Arch Whitening & Oral B Electic Toothbrush Thrifty White . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$50 Gift Certificate Thirty-One - Ami Kerr . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(3) Large Totes TK’s Steakhouse . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(2) $10 Gift Cards Toni’s Depot . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(5) $10 Gift Certificates
Will Kurka ..........................Minneota, MN Chryseis Tvedt ......................Danvers, MN
Trendz . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Flax Seed Pillow & Hair Accessories
Sarah Lee ............................Wabasso, MN Jared Wagner ..........................Osakis, MN
Uptown Glamour . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Hair Beauty Products
Rebecca Lockwood ....................Fenton, IA Michael Wenk ........................Hartford, SD
VanderHagen, Skogrand & Associates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Certificate to Chanhassen Dinner Theatre
Mai Lor ..........................Minneapolis, MN Benjamin Yang..............Walnut Grove, MN
Vankeulen, Pat & Karen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1/2 Hog Plus Processing
Maximillian Louwagie ..........Marshall, MN Claire Ziecina ............Glendale Heights, IL
Verschelde, Gene & Brenda . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Bean Bag Board w/ Bags Wild Water West . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (2) Park Admission Tickets Wooden Nickel Saloon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (2) $20 Gift Certificates
Since its inception, over $600,000 has been raised by the University Gala to support Music, Fine Arts and Presidential Scholarships.
Ziegler Cat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Toy Semi Truck & Trailer, Toy Backhoe
Silent Auction . . .
LG Nails . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$15 Manicure
University Gala Donors Ashley Engineering
Johnson Family Dental Care
Lockwood Motors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (1) Oil Change & Detail
Bend Rite
Kestleloot Enterprises
Marco, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Ipod
Bisbee Plumbing & Heating
Silver Springs Foods
Bremer Bank
Southwest Sanitation, Inc.
Marshall Area Fine Arts Council . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$25 Gift Certificate
D & G Excavating, Inc.
Sussner Construction, Inc.
Marshall Area YMCA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Family Membership
Don & Vicki Pals
Titan Machinery
Marshall Bowl . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Big Fun Pack
Hiller Stores, Inc.
US Bank
Inspec, Inc.
Ziegler, Inc.
Lecy, Dr. Greg & Mrs. Becky
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .YMCA Family Membership
Marshall Animal Clinic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Yearly Canine Vaccination & Check-up Marshall Aquatic Center/Boards & Blades . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Family Pass (Family of 4)
Marshall Decorating Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Sculpture Bookends Marshall Floral . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(2) $25 Gift Certificates Maurice’s . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$10 Gift Card McDonald’s . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(4) $25 Gift Certificates Dr. Michael Mills . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Hand Blown Vase Minnesota Historical Society & Museum . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(4) Free Admissions Minnesota Lynx . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Practice Jersey Autographed by Candace Wiggins
Additional Thanks Tim Alcorn
SMSU General Mantenance Workers
Samir Amin
Student Fundraising Associates
Minnesota Wild . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Wild Gift Pack
Laura Bottin
Studio B Photography
Mister Cool’s Clothing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$50 Gift Certificate & Purple Tie
Michael Cheng
Tom & Wendy Sullivan
Bre Gifford
Layne Turner
Old Log Theater . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(2) Theater Tickets
Henle Printing
Gene Verschelde
Palmer Tattoo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $50 Gift Certificate
Chef Dennis Nord
Papa Murphy’s . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(2) Gift Certificates for a Family Size Pizza
Ron Schoephoerster
Minnesota Twins . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Autographed Bert Blyleven Photograph Minnesota Vikings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Signed Autographed Photo – Adrian Peterson
Music Street . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Ukulele Noble Woman . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$25 Gift Certificate
Patzer’s Furniture & Appliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$50 Gift Card Patzer’s Hardware Hank . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$50 Gift Card
SMSU Admission Ambassadors
Penny’s P’sas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$20 Gift Certificate
SMSU Concert Choir
Photoworks Photography . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Family/Group Portrait Session, 8x10
SMSU Culinology® Students
Prairie’s Edge Casino Resort . . . .(2) One Night Stay Certificate (Hotel or RV Park) & Buffet for Two Prairie Gems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Necklace & Earrings Prasada Boutique . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$10 Gift Certificate, Purse & Key Chain Protandin - Adam Willert . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 Month Supply of Protandin & True Science Lotion Purple Iris Yarn Shop & Marshall Sewing Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Rust Alpaca Sweater Ramada . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .One Night Stay in a King Whirlpool Suite at the Ramada, Spirit Lake Redwood Falls Nursery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $50 Gift Certificate Reinhart Foods . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Steak Package Runnings Farm & Fleet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .High Top Patio Set with 2 Chairs Rusty’s Corner Cafe . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$25 Gift Certificate Savannah Oaks Golf Course . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(2) $30 Gift Certificates Shear Attraction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Hair Cut Certificate
SMSU Jazz Band
Tonights’ Auction
Items purchased at tonight’s auction should be taken with you this evening. Gift certificates will be available at the registration table on your way out. Payment for auction items may be made tonight or we can invoice you. Receipts for items purchased will be mailed. All auction winners will be posted for viewing following the auctions.
Ladies ’ Raffle
Don’t miss the opportunity to win an 18 Carat Gold & Silver Smoky Quartz Lorenzo 9mm ring and matching 10mm pendant with a sterling silver double roll 17” chain. Just $20 per chance. The value is $720. Donated by Bremer Bank & Marcotte Jewelry, Ltd.
Heads & Tails Game
Get ready to grab your head or your tail for a chance to win the mystery prize! Buy a $5 chance, get your beads and play the heads and tails game. The lucky winner will walk away with this year’s “Mystery Prize”.
Emcees & Auctioneer
A special thank you tonight to Erin Eichten, SMSU Office of Admission, and Keri Roeller, SMSU Office of Financial Aid for serving as our emcees. Thank you to Tim Deutz & Troy Deutz for serving as our auctioneers.
Silent Auction . . .
Cold Stone Creamery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Free Large Round Cake Comfort Inn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Two Hour Pool Party Computers & Beyond . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Labeler Machine, Computer Cleanup & Anti-Virus County Fair . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(2) Certificates for 4 USDA Steaks Daily Grind . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Coffee Maker, Pound of Coffee & Flavoring Dairy Queen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(25) Dairy Queen Treat Coupons Dental Health Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Professional Whitening Package, Dental Exam, Xrays Dickey’s BBQ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(2) Gift Certificates Domino’s Pizza . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (6) Large 1 Topping Pizzas Ecowater . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(2) $25 Gift Certificates Enterprise . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(3) 1 Weekend Day Rental Certificate Fabrics Plus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (1) Beginning Quilting Class Family Video . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(2) $5 Gift Cards Floor to Ceiling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Area Rug Fran’s Communications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Wine Cooler/Cellar (Holds 16 Bottles) Fraunfelder, Doug & JoAnne
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1 Remote Helicopter, 1 Remote Sports Car
Funk, Dana . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 Piano Lessons Gambler . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(5) $10 Gift Certificates Graham Tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(3) Oil Change Certificates Grandview Valley Winery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Winery/Vineyard Tour & Wine Sampling for 8 Great Clips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(2) Certificates Greenwood Nursery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (2) $25 Gift Certificates Guthrie Theatre . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 Performance Tickets Hamilton Funeral Home . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Gift Certificate for a Family DVD Album Hampton Inn of Minnetonka . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .One Night Stay on the Weekend Hardee’s . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(15) $5 Gift Certificates Heartland Eyecare . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$50 Gift Certificate Henle Printing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$50 Printing Service Hitching Post . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(4) $25 Gift Certificates Hoffman & Brobst . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Madrigal Dinner for 6 Home Federal Bank . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Gift Basket & $25 HyVee Gift Card HyVee . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Grill, $50 Bakery & $50 Floral Certificates Independent Lumber . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$50 Gift Certificate Inee’s Alterations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$25 Gift Certificate Italy Ava . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Kids Backpack & Lunch Box Jackpot Junction Casino Hotel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .“Pay, Stay & Win” Package Jim’s Market . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$25 Gift Card Jossie’s Photography & Junk With Purpose . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Gift Basket KB’s Bar & Grill . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (2) $20 Gift Certificates K-Mart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$25 Gift Card Kristi’s for Women . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Contemporary Vase
Silent Auction . . .
509 Design . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $50 Gift Card AB Vacuum . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Riccar Supra Quik Vacuum
About Face . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(2) Facial Spa Packages ACMC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1 Pink 3–Wheeler Trike ACMC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1 Red 3–Wheeler Trike Advance Opportunities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$22.50 Car Wash AmericInn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .One night stay in Fireplace Suite w/ Whirlpool Andes Tower Hills . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(2) - Lift Tickets Animal Health Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Matching Purse & Wallet Anonymous . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Black & White Striped Purse Anonymous . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Silver Purse with Black Handles Anonymous . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Pewter Purse Anonymous . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Blue Chocolate Purse Anonymous . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Trivets & Glass Bowls Aramark . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Etiquette Dining Opportunity for 10 Couples with 5 Course Meal Avera Marshall Regional Medical Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(2) - $25 Gift Shop Certificates Avon - Syl DeBaere . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Winter Wonderland Centerpiece B&A Sundance Auto Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (2) Lube/Oil/Filter & (1) Battery Bank of the West . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1 Box of Golf Balls & 1 Golf Towel Beverage Wholesalers, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(2) Beer Steins Big Stone Therapy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (2) Half Hour Massages Blue Green . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1 Mini Vase per Month for a Year Blue Green Alterations & Sew On . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$25 Gift Certificate Towards Alterations Barnes & Noble Campus Store . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Campus Apparel
Thank You . . . UNIVERSITY GALA COMMITTEE Jorun Ahmann Tim Alcorn Samir Amin Joyce Arends Marcia Beukelman Laura Bottin Carol Bragg Michael Cheng Syl DeBaere Mary De Langhe Neenah Eben Erin Eichten Andrew Feucht Kim Fier Doug Fraunfelder Stacy Frost Bre Gifford Kris Gruhot Heidi Haro Cyndi Holm Ashley Johnson Karen Kaas
Ami Kerr Erica Flatin Stacie Mulso Dennis Nord Kathy Paxton Ron Schoephoerster Basanta Shah MaryJane Striegel Wendy Sullivan Jen Thomas Traci Toulouse Mike VanDrehle LuJane Yackley
FOUNDATION STAFF Bill Mulso Jorun Ahmann Mike VanDrehle Stacy Frost Karen Kaas Brandon Sheffield LuJane Yackley
Thank you for attending tonight’s University Gala. Your support of student scholarships is greatly appreciated and we hope you have an enjoyable evening.
Borch’s Sporting Goods . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (2) $20 Gift Certificates Bot Appliance & Electronics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(2) $20 Gift Certificates Brad’s Market . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$30 Gift Certificate
FOUNDATION BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Brau Haus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$10 Gift Certificate, Bottle of Wine & 2 Goblets
PRESIDENT
Boulton, Mark & Deb . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Wildlife Shadow Box
Cal & Deb Brink . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Buffalo Meat Package Bud Rose Flowers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$25 Gift Certificate Burger King . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$25 Gift Certificate Cabi, Amy Westermeyer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Blue Charming Jacket Canby Drug . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$25 Gift Certificate Cannon River Winery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Wine-Tasting for 4 Canterbury Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .“Day of Races” Package for 4 Casey’s General Store, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(4) $25 Gift Cards Cattoor Oil Company . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (2) $50 Gift Certificates
Diane Taylor
1ST VICE PRESIDENT Dorene Kronke-McCourt
2ND VICE PRESIDENT Roger Madison
SECRETARy/TREASURER Ken Mukomela
PAST PRESIDENT
Cenex Harvest States – Marshall . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Kindle Fire
Dan Koster
Chicken Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(2) $5 Gift Certificates
ExECUTIVE DIRECTOR
City Looks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(3) $10 Gift Certificates, Shampoo, Conditioner, Hair Spray
Bill Mulso
Robert Aufenthie
Marilyn McLaughlin
Kyle Berndt
Mary Meaden
Julie Bleyhl
Roger Mohr
Deb Boulton
Orian Muecke
Carol Bragg Timothy Burns
Kristi Mukomela
Stephen Davis
Chuck Myrbach
Bill DeLay
Mike Rich
Ken Mukomela
Lee French
Bruce Saugstad
Robert Gunther
Karen Sweetland
Sheldon Haaland
Bill Toulouse
Brian Knochenmus Maren Larson
Brad Winkelman
Live Auction . . .
Live Auction . . .
“OUR LEAGUE” FOGARTY PRINT
WHYKNOT CRUISE
Planning a birthday bash, anniversary celebration, block party or office get-together? Take them on a cruise! This Lake Shetek party vessel accommodates 55 passengers and includes a cash bar, waitress and driver. Also included is transportation for 25 to Lake Shetek aboard the newly renovated “Mustang Buses”, compliments of Brian and Kris Gruhot.
This highly collectable painting by SMSU Alum, Terrence Fogarty, commemorates the ten teams of the Western Collegiate Hockey Association through the eyes of an imaginative group of kids on a magical backyard rink. This commemorative piece is a Canvas Giclée and is one of only twenty-five artist proofs recreated. It is sure to create quite an impression in any living room or den. Donated by Terrence & Karen Fogarty
Donated by Key Largo Restaurant & Lounge and Brian & Kris Gruhot
SMSU GALLERY BOARD
ELF AT THE ORDWAY
This beautiful collage captures some great Southwest moments from years gone by. From SMSC to SSU and now SMSU, this can be a unique gift for someone special or the perfect addition to your own home or office. This piece is just what you need for that “Mustang Room” you always wanted.
Enjoy the day in beautiful Downtown St. Paul and then be entertained, just in time for the holidays, by the musical Elf at the Ordway on Saturday, December 15th. One lucky couple will also receive hotel accommodations at the Crowne Plaza Hotel. If you’ve never seen the lights in Rice Park during the holidays, this is great opportunity you won’t want to miss.
Donated by Western Printing & the SMSU Foundation
Donated by SMSU Alumni Association and Intercontinental Hotel Group and Gary & Jodi Whitney
WALL
OF
WINE
This unique compilation of wines is certain to provide a few evenings of enjoyment. The winning bidder will take home this
FUN
IN THE
SUN POOL PARTY
wine rack filled with a variety of wines that will appeal to the tastes of most anyone. The wines range in value from $10 to $50 and are will be a great addition to any collection.
No need to head to the lake when you can enjoy a fun afternoon in the sun, relaxing in the pool of Bruce & Deb Mitlyng. Twelve adults will enjoy an afternoon of food and drink, compliments of the Mitlyngs, in July or August of 2013. Can’t swim? Don’t worry; we can have a lifeguard available.
Sponsored by Bruce Mitlyng & the University Gala Committee
Donated by Bruce & Deb Mitlyng
CELEBRATE THE HOLIDAYS
IN
SIOUX FALLS
2013 UNIVERSITY GALA HEAD TABLE
Spend an evening in Sioux Falls with four tickets to the South Dakota Symphony Holiday Collage Concert on December 8; enjoy a meal at Minerva’s with a $100 gift card, and a reservation for two rooms at the Holiday Inn in Downtown Sioux Falls.
Four couples will enjoy first class service at next year’s University Gala including personal wait staff, complimentary champagne and prime seating for the night’s activities. Included in this package will be eight tickets to next year’s University Gala on October 5th.
Donated by Wells Fargo
Donated by SMSU Foundation
SPA DAY
FOR
TWO
BACKYARD BARBEQUE
Enjoy a relaxing day of spa treatments for two, compliments of Salon 101. A spa manicure, pedicure, 30 minute facial, 30 minute massage, style, and make-up application will prepare the two for a night on the town. During the spa experience, enjoy a catered lunch, compliments of TK Steakhouse and Pappy’s. This terrific package also includes (2) $50 gift certificates to TK Steakhouse and Pappy’s to cap off the special day. Donated by Salon 101 and TK Steakhouse & Pappy’s
MARSHALL GOLF CLUB MEMBERSHIP PACKAGE This package includes one family golf membership to the Marshall Golf club for 2013, along with a one hour lesson with MGC Club Professional Ken Bramhall. If the winning bidder is a new membership, MGC will cover the purchase of necessary stock ($200 value). Donated by US Bank and Ken Bramhall Golf Shop
GUEST CONDUCTOR
FOR THE
NIGHT
FOR
EIGHT COUPLES
Eight lucky couples will get to relax and enjoy an evening of down home hospitality and award-winning barbeque at the home of Neil & Stacy Frost. The Sons of Butchers BBQ team of Bill Mulso and Mike Kramer will share their BBQ skills as showcased at regional Kansas City Barbeque Society competitions. Winners of the prestigious Mustang Territory Award at Smokefest 2012, these guys are guaranteed to provide a fantastic meal and a fun-filled evening. Donated by Sons of Butchers BBQ, Bill & Stacie Mulso, Mike & Alecia Kramer, Neil & Stacy Frost
MINNESOTA VIKINGS SUITE & HOTEL PACKAGE Enjoy four suite tickets to the Minnesota Vikings vs. the Motor City Kitties (Detroit Lions) on Sunday, November 11th at Mall of America Field. These premium tickets include food and beverage in the suite and are valued at over $700 each. Also included are two rooms at the Minneapolis Hilton on Saturday, November 10th. Spend some time at the Mall of America and then hop on the light rail for an easy trip to the game. Donated by Aramark
TWINS GAME AND HOTEL PACKAGE
Ever wanted to stand up in front of an orchestra and conduct? Here is your opportunity. Tonight’s auction winner will have the chance to conduct the Southwest Minnesota Orchestra during their performance of “Sleigh Ride” at the 2012 Very Prairie Christmas Concert on Saturday, December 15th. The winning bidder will also receive four tickets to the evening’s performance.
Enjoy four tickets to two back to back Minnesota Twins regular season games of your choice behind home plate in the Legends Club at beautiful Target Field. Included is a $300 gift card for the Marriot City Center, a $200 Minnesota Twins Gift Card and autographed print signed by Twins legend Tony Oliva.
Donated by Southwest Minnesota Orchestra
CLOSING REMARKS
Donated by David & Marlyce Logan and Dr. Mike & Jen Thomas
President Dr. Ron Wood