Volume THREE Winter 2008

Fred “Fritz” Gorsich

Join us in celebrating PCC’s 75th Diamond Anniversary

Fred Gorsich’s gift continues to impact economic growth in Pueblo

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he pace has accelerated as the three campuses of PCC align to serve our unprecedented ten percent student enrollment growth this academic year. We have added nine full-time faculty members to our Dr. J. D. Garvin ranks, and filled several critical positions: grant writing; faculty development; institutional research; college center director; and yes, a college physician. In the midst of this exciting growth, we have bred three new and unique PCC programs that will make community college history in the state of Colorado. In this edition of our Legacy magazine, I would like to share with you our excitement for the new health/wellness clinic on our main campus, the new Gates Foundation associated grant for high school drop-out retrieval, and the new economic development initiative to develop our southern Colorado energy programs. Recently, students implemented a self-imposed health clinic fee. Initially, the fee was to provide students access to the beneficial services of a school nurse. After a lengthy search, we did even better. PCC recruited Dr. Sil Arguello, M.D., to join our team. I believe we are the only community college in Colorado with a medical doctor on staff for student service. His clinic opened November 17th and has been a great success. Now, PCC students have access to timely health care. Our next goal, in this area, is to establish a small emergency fund that students can access for personal lab work and prescription medicines costs. In the next calendar year our PCC Foundation will seek benefactors who wish to help. As other colleges wring their hands about how to provide affordable health care for students, our own PCC and the PCC Foundation have partnered to meet the challenge. Another difficult challenge in higher education is the issue of serving a growing student population of high school drop outs. Last month, the Gateway to College Foundation selected PCC, as one of three colleges in the nation, they will partner with, to address high school drop out retrieval. For the next three years PCC will aggressively work with Pueblo City schools and the Gateway Foundation to establish an advising, mentoring, and curricula program to fast track former high school drop-outs, ages 17-21, toward completion of college degrees. We intend,

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not only to establish a self-sustaining program within three years, but also to propagate it to each of our branch campuses in Fremont County and the Four Corners. A critical link, yet to be defined in the process, is the potential for sponsorship by business and industry for mentoring students. Over the next few months, PCC will invite local businesses to partner in developing work-study and internship opportunities for this special population. Our vision goes beyond High School drop-out retrieval and workforce development to the promise of adding productive and prospering citizens to our community. A promising new industry cluster of Oil, Gas and Renewable Energy is rapidly taking shape in Colorado. The Gorsich Advanced Technology Center has catapulted PCC to the status of industry leader in the state. We have recently partnered with Vestas to bring 600 wind energy manufacturing jobs to Pueblo. Currently, we are bidding for new grants in the field of Oil and Gas production. PCC’s unique mobile training capabilities are receiving the highly valued attention and support of numerous state and national grant foundations. We are in the process of proposing several mobile labs for both Oil & Gas technician training, and renewable energy technician training. These exceptional labs will deploy to the field where the work occurs. We appear to be in the top running in a highly competitive process for the needed grant funding. To seal the deal we need industry sponsors who will partner in the development of lab construction, curricula structure, and training standards. Your advocacy in spreading the word of this opportunity may be the catalyst needed to trigger the next wave of economic development for your community. Our grant writer, Linda Tremblay, would love to answer any questions, 719.549.3244. Today’s economic condition calls for bold vision and creative partnerships. Your awareness and advocacy of these three PCC initiatives could further expand opportunities for our citizens and communities. If you have ideas for promoting partnerships with PCC, please contact our Foundation Director, Diane Porter. Our nation, our state, and our students are looking to your leadership, to help make a difference. Dr. J.D. Garvin President, Pueblo Community College

ow, what a time to be President of a Foundation—any Foundation! As you are all aware, our economy has been in the doldrums for the past year and all Foundations have Jack Quinn experienced downturns. While we have experienced some difficulties ourselves, our portfolio is fairly diversified and we have weathered the storm better than some. Even through these trying times, we have maintained our level of scholarships. It is at times like these when our needs are the greatest, so too is the demand from our applicants for scholarship funds. We have a great staff and a terrific Board. Our commitment is to the students. We are doing everything in our power to be able to continue to maintain our scholarship activity. This is where you come in. If you have donated in the past, thank you. If it is within your power to contribute now, we welcome you assisting us. As I stated in a previous message, there are many ways the average citizen can help—donating stock options, putting us in your will, creating a family endowment, etc. Any contributions are appreciated. I am prepared to turn the reins over to the capable hands of Sean McCarthy as the next President of the Foundation. I am sure he will continue to lead us down a very successful path. Again, thanks for all that you have done for Pueblo Community College.

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Jack Quinn President, 2007-2008 Pueblo Community College Foundation

Volume Three

Issue Two

Winter 2008

Publisher PCC Foundation Editor Diane Porter Art Director Carleo Design Studio © 2008 Published bi-annually by the Pueblo Community College Alumni & Foundation 900 West Orman Avenue · Pueblo, CO 81004 719.549.3303

ongratulations! The fact you are reading this means you are one of the thousands of friends or supporters in the proud 75 year legacy of investment in Southern Colorado’s human Sean P. McCarthy potential. Pueblo Community College has given birth to prominent business people, successful community leaders and a four year university among many other contributions. It is a cornerstone of the community’s many economic growth initiatives, steering students toward the fulfillment of their dreams and aspirations. The 75th Anniversary commemorative clock tower is an expression of this vital cycle: learn, earn, lead, and teach; a connection we all share. It humbles me to have the honor to serve the College and the Foundation. The vision of Margaret Peterson and Hattie Mead along with Messrs. Frank Hoag and Dr. C.N. Caldwell is the headwater of our cherished institution. Our halls have molded and developed many of today’s leaders. My time with the Foundation has afforded me the privilege to walk with today’s visionary community leaders: Tony Fortino, Dr. Mike Davis, Judge Joe Ulibarri and Jack Quinn. These doyens of yesteryear and today strove for achievement from which PCC’s greatness emanates. Dr. J.D. Garvin has recast the mission and opportunities for our scholars in the past year. The cutting edge curriculum has left little doubt PCC will continue cultivating the next generation of successful, contributing citizens. Now more than ever the call is present to “invest in our human potential.” Whether small or large, an investment in our future will return immeasurable dividends, which will connect the giants of the past with those yet to roam PCC’s passageways. The symbolism of our commemorative clock tower chime will powerfully remind all of this heritage...each time the bell tolls it will literally toll for thee, as we designate this signature honor for all our donors, students, and achievers...past and present. Thank you for supporting the PCC Foundation!

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contents 1 Letters from...the College and the Foundation

3 Gorsich fuels Pueblo econony

7 New Clock Tower

8 Fortino lights up Ballroom Adopt a Departmant Scholarship Reception

9 75th Anniversary

10 Heritage Hall Dedicated

11 United Way Dental Day Bull Rider’s Festival

12 President’s Circle Inductions

13 PCC Model Program

14 Students in the News

15 Report from the Southwest Campus

16 Report from the Fremont Campus

17 Make a Difference

18 Alumni Briefs

19 Alumni News

21 Donors List Foundation Annual Report

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Gorsich continues to fuel economic by Gary Franchi, PCC Marketing Specialist

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When Vestas Wind Systems revealed in late August this year that it would build and open a wind tower manufacturing plant in Pueblo in 2009, the important element of the announcement was that it would be creating approximately 500-550 new jobs for the city. One of the main factors cited by Vestas towers division President Bjarne Hansen for the company’s decision to expand here was Pueblo Community College’s (PCC) ability to provide the customized training that the employees of the plant would need. That training, he added, would be done in PCC’s Gorsich Advanced Technology Center (GATC), which Vestas officials had extensively toured previously and found to have similar capabilities as its home manufacturing plant in Denmark.

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ABOVE: Gorsich Advance Technology Building on the PCC Pueblo Campus INSET: Fred “Fritz” Gorsich

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What wasn’t mentioned that day was how one man’s vision in the early 1990s provided the funding that made the 54,000 square-foot GATC possible. That man—Fred “Fritz” Gorsich— believed strongly enough in higher education and the opportunities that it could give to Puebloans that he left the PCC Foundation $3.7 million from his estate when he died in the early 1990s. That money was used to leverage almost $5.7 million in state funds and grants to break ground on the tech center in 1995 on PCC’s Pueblo campus and officially dedicate its opening on August 22, 1997. What’s more, the Vestas announcement showed that Gorsich continues to make a positive economic impact on Pueblo. In essence, he continues to bring jobs to the community and to spark economic growth by making it possible for Puebloans to acquire the highly technical skills needed to find good jobs right here in their hometown. “Even then, he recognized PCC as being the economic engine that supported growth in Pueblo,” said Dr. J.D. Garvin, PCC President. “His vision for this city is now bringing hundreds of jobs to Pueblo and is creating a 1,200-acre industrial park that will house Vestas and other companies in the future. You could say that it’s all because of Fritz.” The partnership between PCC and Vestas is

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one of many that have made the GATC the economic engine noted by Garvin. It also was the original vision that Dr. Joe May had when he first unveiled his plans for the tech center in 1993 a few months after becoming PCC’s president. The tech center has strengthened PCC’s ties to businesses by enabling it to integrate its educational programs into meeting the customized training needs of industry. He saw the center as a way to weave education and business together to create practical business applications. The key, he realized, was for industry to “invest” in the tech center by loaning high-tech equipment to PCC for the purpose of enabling students to acquire the most up to date “state of the practice” skills. From the very start, PCC has aimed to develop business partnerships that serve the market goals of each business partner as well as the educational and training mission of PCC. That mission centers on providing learning opportunities that allow students to acquire the skills needed for careers, transfer, and professional and personal growth. The list of such partners is lengthy today and includes both local and national companies. Most notable current local partners are 3-D Systems, Airgas, Black Hills Corp. (formerly Aquila), Pueblo Board of Water Works, Rexal-Blazer and Xcel Energy. National

partners include Allen-Bradley/Rockwell Automation, AutoCAD, Brown & Sharpe, Carboloy, Chick Workholding, Cisco Systems, Do All, Flow International, Haas Automation Inc., Hyd-Mech, Kennametal, Lincoln Electric, Lista, Mastercam, Predator Software, Pro-Engineer, Solidworks, Starrett and Surfcam. While PCC’s basic mission has remained constant since it was founded in 1993, it has been playing an even greater role in Pueblo’s economic development efforts since the early 1980s by providing the customized training for companies recruited by the Pueblo Economic Development Corporation (PEDCO). The college’s role accelerated for several years after Sperry Corporation was recruited to build a plant at Pueblo’s Airport Industrial Park. PCC’s Economic and Workforce Development Training Department has become increasingly active recently in providing training for existing industry both locally and regionally as well as those expanding to Pueblo. Vestas is the latest to recognize the customized training capabilities of the GATC. After its representatives visited the center, they had John Vukich, PCC’s Director of Economic and Workforce Development Training, come to Denmark to get a first-hand look at Vestas’ manufacturing operation. Once it became evident that PCC could provide the training that Vestas needed, PCC became a key ingredient in the formula being packaged by PEDCO that led the wind energy company to expand to Pueblo. In October, Vestas representatives spent two days meeting with Vukich, determining the wind energy company’s specific job skill sets and

developing the training programs that would provide the necessary skills for the 500-550 workers to be employed at the plant. For Vestas, PCC will either supply the training needed itself or call on established partners who have the expertise to handle specific functions. The Economic and Workforce Development Training Department’s ability to serve this role is unique in this region. “That’s what sets us apart really, is our ability to be a one-stop shop for a company that comes to us with training needs,” said Vukich. “This provides the best service for our customers.” PCC will directly provide approximately 82 percent of the customized training, with partners handling the remaining 18 percent. Vestas is expected to begin hiring employees in spring 2009, with training to begin soon afterward. The plant is expected to open in late summer. Vestas and those 500+ jobs would not have come to Pueblo without PCC’s Gorsich Advanced Technology Center and the training it will provide them. But it was all made possible by Fred “Fritz” Gorsich and his original vision. “Who knows what long-range effect it will have and how much of an economic impact it will have on Pueblo,” Garvin noted. “This is much more than about scholarships or an academic endowment. This is a love for a community. Now that’s a living legacy!” ■

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Vestas Selects Pueblo Community College for its Workforce Development Vestas installed its first wind turbine and its first large turbine factory on the outskirts of Lem, Denmark in 1979. It has since played an active role in the fast-moving wind power industry. From being a pioneer in the industry with a staff of approximately 60 in 1987, they are today a global, market-leading group with over 15,000 employees. Vestas is the leading producer of high technological wind power solutions. Its core business includes development, manufacturing, sales, marketing and maintenance of wind power systems that use wind energy to produce electricity. ■

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Sharon Swerdfeger PCC Foundation Board Member and Fundraising Co-Chair

Arstist rendering of the PCC Clock Tower Renee Rodriquez PCC Foundation Board Member and Fundraising Co-Chair

Kathie Bassett PCC Foundation Board Member and Fundraising Co-Chair

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Memorializing 75 Years of Achievement Support a monument symbolizing 75 years of accomplishment for Pueblo Community College (PCC). Join those who value the life changing opportunities PCC offered thousands of individuals who earned a higher education and a successful career; who now live all over the United States. PCC’s Foundation Board of Directors and fundraising co-chairs, Sharon Swerdfeger, Renee Rodriques and Kathie Bassett invite you to help us build an original brick clock tower in the heart of the campus that will compliment the courtyard and the unique campus architecture. The tower will be prominently located near the center of campus and viewable from Orman Avenue. This monument is different from constructing a building; it is more utilitarian. It will be used as a prominent landmark for students and the community to meet and greet each other for years to come. It will also be used as additional classroom space where students can study outside the normal classroom. In addition, it will pay tribute—setting aside the time to celebrate 75 years of achievement for the college. Donors will be recognized within the tower along with others who embody the ideals of higher education. Engraved bricks will become an integral part of a permanent testament of the ongoing support of alumni, faculty, staff and other friends of the college. If you would like more information about how to help, please contact one of the three co-chairs, Sharon, Renee, Kathie or Diane C. Porter at 719.549.3303.

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Fortino’s Gift Lights up the Tony Fortino Ballroom! Barbara and Tony Fortino’s initial gift of $50,000 in the 1990s helped to renovate the PCC College Center Ballroom which had not been updated since the 1960s. The ballroom recently underwent another face lift with warm earth tones walls, new furniture and carpet. Barbara and Tony stepped up and pledged to gift eight pendent chandeliers and their gift is like icing on the cake—beautiful. The Fortinos have been long-time supporters of PCC. Tony stepped down as President of the PCC Foundation in 2006 and served in that position since its inception in 1981. He is credited with leading the Foundation to the strong organization that it is today. Thank you Barbara and Tony! ■

ABOVE: Barbara and Tony Fortino LEFT: PCC College Center Ballroom shines with the new chandeliers

Adopt an Arts and Sciences department

PCC Foundation hosts Scholarship Reception

The Arts and Sciences division is raising funds to provide a cash award to outstanding majors in each of the following departments: English, Math, Education, Arts & Humanities, Early Childhood Education, Physical and Life Sciences, Reading, Sociology and Behavioral Sciences. There is an outside donor who funds the English award, so we are seeking $3,500/year to fund the other awards. Faculty and staff have contributed about half of the money needed so far, and we welcome your help in “adopting” a department. For more information, contact Ross Barnhart, Learning Center Director at 719.549.3365, or at [email protected]. ■

More than 200 students and donors gathered to meet each other at a Scholarship Reception hosted by Pueblo Community College Foundation. Seventy percent of the 4000 PCC students need financial assistance to attend college. An education is a life changing opportunity. To find out more about how you can help a student with scholarship opportunities, call Diane Porter at 719.549.3303. ■

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Marvin Knudson celebrates 100th Birthday Marvin Carroll Knudson was born September 1, 1908. He served as President of Pueblo Junior College for 19+ years. He guided the major expansion of PJC, including its Vocational Education program. During the last three of those 19 years, he was the President of Southern Colorado State College (now CSU-Pueblo). ■

75th Anniversary Celebration Pueblo Community College and Colorado State University-Pueblo jointly celebrated their 75th anniversary on July 13, 2008. Both schools sprouted from a seed originally planted in 1933. It was on July 13, 1933, that the articles of incorporation of Southern Colorado Junior College were signed. From its origins on the Orman Avenue Campus, the college eventually split into what are now the community college and the university. Hundreds of folks from the area and outside the state came to celebrate with both schools in honor of their joint anniversary. The entire day included special events such as a 5K run in the morning, Heritage Hall dedication, display of organization booths, a fine arts reception hosted by PCC and CSU-Pueblo’s Alumni Associations and then ended with an evening concert. It was a time for people with a connection to the College to reminisce old times or just have a great time. ■

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Heritage Hall Dedicated Heritage Hall was dedicated during the 75th Anniversary celebration. It represents 75 years of photos, diplomas, sports and headlines that showcase the significance and evolution of San Isabel College, Pueblo Junior College (PJC), Southern Colorado State College, University of Southern Colorado and Pueblo Community College. Artifacts that were long sheltered in archival closets and personal collections are now displayed together in the College Center for all guests and students to admire. A section of the original gymnasium floor with the Indian mascot painted on it is on display along with original paintings by Ed Henley. The totem pole commemorating the College’s 600th win in 1973 and a tomahawk used to symbolize PJC’s 1961 National Junior College Basketball Championship are on display as well. Alumnus Richard Golenda, Doug Knudson and Coach Don Stutters delighted the audience with PJC memories. ■

TOP: Richard Golenda ‘59 MIDDLE: Doug Knudson ‘56 BOTTOM: Don Stutters, Coach ‘06

TOP LEFT: Henley painting of Henry Masterson next to historic totem pole ABOVE: Section of PJC gym floor on display in Heritage Hall LEFT: Display cases of 1933 to 2008 artifacts RIGHT: Unveiling of Heritage Hall signage

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Dr. Emily Batson and students

Dr. David Smith and Judy Case

Janet Trujillo, Dept. Chair & Faculty, Lynda Larson, Primer EPSC Representative, Sheena Christion, Student

PCC hosts United Way Community Dental Day On Saturday, October 18th, 54 individuals received free dental care in the PCC Dental Assisting and Dental Hygiene clinics as part of the first United Way Community Dental Day. United Way of Pueblo provided grant funding for supplies, marketing and educational materials. Patients benefitted from free services such as exams, x-rays, cleanings, fillings and extractions. Nearly 75 local volunteers helped organize the day and provide patients with free dental care. They included local dentists Dr. David Smith, Dr. Charles Wohlwend, Dr. RJ Schultz, Dr. Daniel Ward, Dr. Emily Batson and Dr. Pete Sonntag. Dental assisting and hygiene students also participated in the event. Volunteers were able to provide patients with over $20,000 worth of dental services, and distribute educational materials and oral hygiene products. Other sponsors of the event included Philips, Sonicare, Southeastern Colorado Dental Society, Premier Dental and 3M ESPE. The second United Way Community Dental Day will take place in February 2009. ■

Professional Bull Rider’s Wild,Wild West Festival comes to Pueblo May 2009 PCC Foundation along with other nonprofit agencies is teaming up with the Greater Pueblo Chamber of Commerce, Historic Arkansas Riverwalk of Pueblo, Pueblo Economic Development Corporation, the city and county of Pueblo and Professional Bull Riders to create an exciting new festival slated for May 2009. The Wild, Wild West Fest will bring together the flavor of Pueblo’s past and the tradition of the Professional Bull Riders to churn out five days of wild western entertainment guaranteed to bring the cowboy out in all of us! PCC Foundation will host one day of team roping and barrel racing as a fundraiser for student scholarships on May 15, 2009. Team ropers are expected to come from all over the state to vie for the $5,000 purse. Contact Diane Porter at 719.549.3303 for more information and sponsorship opportunities. ■

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Walt and Gloria Schepp

President’s Circle Inductees

Keith and Sharon Swerdfeger

Long-time supporters of PCC given President’s Circle Award Recognized for their significant contributions of time and resources, Gloria and Walt Schepp and Sharon and Keith Swerdfeger were presented with Pueblo Community College Foundation’s 2008 President’s Circle Awards. Gloria and Walt Schepp, long time supporters of education, were instrumental in bringing higher education to the Fremont and Custer counties. With their participation, the PCC Fremont Campus became a reality at the ground breaking in the year 2000. Most recently, the Fremont campus benefitted from a significant gift of cash and stocks from the Schepps to be used where the need is greatest. This generous gift was in addition to the endowed Schepp Scholarships created years ago. Walt has contributed time and resources to the Cañon City Library Board, Cañon City Chamber of Commerce and the Golden Age Center. Currently, he is the Assistant State Coordinator for the AARP Safe Driving Program, board member for the PCC Foundation and member of the PCC Fremont County Advisory Council. Walt likes to give credit to Gloria for taking good care of him. The Pueblo Community College and its students have benefitted from in-kind excavating projects, the use of business equipment, student scholarships and other monetary and time contributions from Sharon and Keith Swerdfeger. Sharon has served on the Pueblo Community College Foundation Board of Directors as an officer and committee chair over the last several years and still serves today. Sharon has given leadership to the Foundation helping it contribute over $11 million dollars to the College for scholarships and program development. Keith and Sharon have invested in the community of Pueblo for years by donating time and money to many public and private organizations including: El Pueblo Boys and Girls Ranch, Pueblo YMCA, YWCA, Greater Pueblo Chamber of Commerce, Pueblo Economic Development Corporation, Parkview Hospital, Sangre de Cristo Arts & Conference Center, Pueblo Boys and Girls Club and the Pueblo Zoo. ■

ABOVE: 1999 Dr. Garvin discusses the program with firefighters Joseph A. & Barbara Fortino Clem & Marge Hausman LEFT: Eric Duran LeVert Firefighters Hoag and Barbie McDowell

2000 Tom & June Healy Welte Family

2001 Dammann Family Art & Lorraine Gonzales 2002 Ruth M. Robinson Gene & Peachy Wilcoxson 2003 E. M. Christmas Intel Corporation 2004 Joseph W. Holloran Joan C. Occhiato 2005 Parkview Foundation Robert Hoag Rawlings Foundation 2006 Charles & Earlene Wolfers Robert E. Trisler 2007 Frank A. Petrocco Sunflower Bank LEFT: Forensic Recovery

2008 Evidence Walt & Gloria Schepp Device (FRED) Keith & Sharon Swerdfeger used in cyber security system BELOW: PCC student Tim Martinez at state-of-the-art equipment

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National Replication of Model Program at PCC Marie Steinbach When I first came to PCC in the fall of 2004, I was extremely nervous. I had not been in school since I had dropped out of high school in 1991. I had received my GED, but this would be the first true classroom experience in thirteen years. Like many nontraditional students, I merely wanted go to class, do my homework and go home. I wasn’t real interested in getting involved. That, however, changed after meeting Dr. Davis for the first time. He had three pieces of advice to give me: 1) get involved, 2) get involved, and 3) get involved. Being very shy, I considered it, and very slowly made my move. I started by joining the PS CARE (psychology and social work) club, eventually being elected their president. I held this position for three semesters. During this time, I was also introduced to the Associated Student Government (ASG), where I became Senator at Large. I also found time to join the PCC History Society, advised by Michael Engle. You can say that Dr. Davis’ words have stuck with me. I got involved, and I am now serving my second term as ASG president. I truly cherish the opportunities that have been presented to me here at PCC, and will carry them with me for the rest of my life. ■

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Gateway to College National Network announced the award of $300,000 in start-up funds over the next three years to Pueblo Community College to implement the Gateway to College program. Beginning in August 2009 PCC will serve 50 at-risk students 16 to 20 years old who have dropped out of school, and expand services to 300 students by the fall of 2012. These students simultaneously earn high school and college credits, earning their high school diploma while progressing toward an associate degree or certificate. PCC and Pueblo City Schools recognized Gateway to College as a positive, pro-active response to Pueblo’s poverty problem—recently released Census figures showed Pueblo County with the highest poverty rate of any county in Colorado. According to the Donnell-Kay Foundation, Coloradans lose more than $3.4 billion each year because of the dropout problem. In the city of Pueblo, the annual lost

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potential earnings for non-graduates is over $5 million. Gateway to College is part of the Early College High School Initiative, funded by the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, in partnership with Carnegie Corporation of New York, The Ford Foundation and the W.K. Kellogg Foundation. Jobs for the Future, an action/ research and policy organization that promotes innovation in education and workforce development, serves as the initiative’s coordinating intermediary. The Early College High School Initiative will ultimately open about 250 schools around the country, serving over 100,000 students annually. ■

Students in the News... Non-traditional Student...

Scott Reno and David Edwards, Department Chair

Pueblo Community College Art Students Earn Honors at the Colorado State Fair’s Fine Arts Exhibition As a prelude to the Colorado State Fair Fine Arts Exhibition, Pueblo Community College Foundation, co-hosted its 11th annual preview reception at the Colorado State Fair’s Fine Arts Gallery. Students from our Gallery Management course assisted in setting up the exhibit and some of our own student were featured artists. Pictured are David Edwards, Department Chair and Faculty for PCC and student Scott Reno. Reno is accepting a certificate of appreciation for his assistance in displaying the art. ■

PCC student wants to be in green energy movement Green energy is a hot topic in Colorado right now, and Brian Carter plans to be a part of this future. Brian is studying in the Solar/Wind Energy Maintenance program at PCC, and plans to graduate in 2011. As a veteran who spent 14-years in the military, Brian finds Brian Carter it easier to learn and understand his classes after being away from school for 15 years. But he has come a long way from those days in Robertsville, MO, and he loves every minute in college. You’ll likely find him on one of the computers in the Learning Center, and he’s always happy to visit with anyone. In fact, one of the main things that he likes about being at PCC is meeting people. ■

Aa a very special non-traditional, student Marcus Hernandez sees a clear path toward achieving success. By first appearances, he is a traditional college student. He’s a 21-year old Pueblo native who hasn’t had a long gap in his schooling. However, the fact that Marcus is blind Marcus Hernandez has given him some unique challenges in his education. He has maintained a 3.3 GPA at PCC and will transfer in December. His biggest obstacles have been learning and adapting to the daily challenges of accessing the campus and his course materials. The tutorial program and Disability Services have helped him to be successful in this part of his dream of becoming a professor and earning a Ph.D. in History. Kudos to Marcus for his achievements! ■

Michael Garcia, Cali Costa, Tasha Romero and Brian Axworthy

Pueblo Community College Culinary Arts program Pueblo Community College (PCC) Culinary Arts program participated in the 2008 Colorado State Fair’s food demonstrations through the leadership of Brian Axworthy, PCC Faculty. Presentations were developed around the theme of instruction in Culinary Arts. Dishes from the beginning, intermediate, and advanced programs enthralled the audience. In addition, New American Regional Cuisine items were introduced by over ten students and three teachers. It was a great experience for the students and good exposure for our department. ■

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Dr. Silviano Arguello

New Health Clinic gives PCC students access to affordable services The grand opening of the new PCC Health Clinic represents a giant benefit for its students. The Health Clinic now provides primary care medical services that many students previously didn’t have access. PCC students enrolled in six or more credits pay a $20.55 fee that allows them to receive free office visits anytime throughout the semester. Those taking less than six credit hours pay a $25 office visit fee. Basic services include general office visits, physical exams, well-women exams, minor injury treatment, flu shot immunizations and prescribed medications. All students then pay a reduced fee for extended services that include lab work, any vaccines other than flu shots, and other testing. Students needing long-term service are referred to their personal physicians, and those with serious immediate concerns that the clinic is not equipped to serve are advised to seek emergency attention. The Health Clinic’s resident physician, Dr. Silviano Arguello, maintained a practice in Pueblo for 23 years before taking the position at PCC. The Health Clinic is located in PCC’s Medical Arts & Technology Building. Clinic hours are 8am to 4pm. ■

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Report from our Southwest Campus serving Archuleta, Dolores, La Plata, Montezuma and San Juan counties

PCC Southwest Campus/ San Juan Basin Technical College Merger Update

Dr. Lynn Urban, Lisa Barrett, Tom Ware and students Rachel Russo, Prester Russo and Caroline Ashe at ribbon cutting

Stick To It Days On Tuesday, November 18 and Wednesday, November 19, instructors and staff at the Southwest Campus handed out taffy treats as part of a “Stick To It – You Can Do It” campaign. An inspirational message was given with each stick of candy to encourage students to persevere and work hard until the end of the fall semester. Deborah KelleyGalin, Humanities Instructor, explained that, “the work required to pass at this point is much less than the work required if one fails.” Students seemed pleased to take a brief break from studying to receive the treat.. ■

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Two Additions at PCC Southwest Campus to Support Students The faculty and staff at the Southwest Campus are pleased to announce two additions to serve our students better: free tutoring and an on-site textbook store. The Pro shop Tutoring Centers in Durango and Cortez have opened for approximately 10 hours per week of tutoring – no fee and no appointment necessary. Students can drop-in and receive expert help in math, English and study skills. Our goal is to help many students succeed by giving them the right tools for learning. Sometimes we assume; students know effective study methods, and that is not always the case. By providing support for these key areas of their college education, we set the foundation for building up to more difficult classes and new subject areas during their college careers. Our “pros,” proven instructors in math and English, opened the centers and gave free calculators and highlighter markers to students. The Pro shop is located in Room 106 in Durango, and the Learning Center room in Cortez. Also, commencing for the spring 2009 semester, PCC will be opening a bookstore at our Durango Campus. Previously, Southwest Campus students purchased their books through the Fort Lewis College bookstore. We have renovated a space and are now working on staffing a store on-site to make it easier for students to obtain their books. Now students will be able to pick up their books immediately after registering for classes in order to be well-prepared for the new semester. Please stop by to see our Pro shop and bookstore in the near future! ■

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Although the deal is not yet official (successful state legislation is required first), plans are continuing for the merger of the Southwest Campus of PCC and San Juan Basin Technical College located between Cortez and Mancos. In August, PCC’s President Dr. Lynn Urban J.D. Garvin and SJBTC’s President Shannon South visited several local school boards seeking support for the merger, and were successful in their requests. Armed with letters of support, the two presidents then traveled to the Colorado Community College System board meeting in September to present the case for one comprehensive community college presence in southwest Colorado. The CCCS Board voted to support the merger. Therefore, if the state legislature passes legislation to join the schools, southwest Colorado residents will be able to participate in career, technical, and general education programs from one institution—the southwest branch of Pueblo Community College. By joining efforts and sharing resources, the two schools will better serve their five-county service area with a wider range of programs and options for education and training. In early October, the two schools began working together to align program curriculum for the upcoming year, to evaluate facility needs, and to begin examining future roles for current employees. In mid-November 2008, a series of Town Hall meetings were held in communities throughout the service area to give people opportunities to receive updated information, ask questions, voice concerns, and share ideas about the proposed merger. In particular, discussion included possibilities for a new name for the community college just in the southwest Colorado region. If you would like more information about the proposed merger, please contact Dr. Lynn Urban, Director of PCC Southwest Campus, 970.247.2929, ext. 7216 or lynn.Urban@ pueblocc.edu. ■

Report from our Fremont Campus serving Fremont and Custer counties

Alumnus returns as Academic Coordinator By Sterling Jenkins I began my academic career at PCC Fremont the summer of 1996 when the campus was located on the grounds of the Holy Cross Abbey. I have recently returned to the new Fremont campus as a coordinator of academic services. It still amazes me how the campus has grown since I graduated Sterling Jenkins in 1998. The programs and faculty are more intellectually diverse and sophisticated, and I trust the students are being prepared well for future academic success and employment. I know this because PCC gave me the tools to succeed in many professional and personal endeavors. I distinctly remember touring the state prisons of Cañon City and the Federal Correctional Complex in Florence, interviewing correctional officers and inmates alike. As a result, I decided I would major in the social sciences and specifically study criminology. I later attained my bachelor’s degree in psychology and master’s in sociology and had the pleasure of teaching and researching the social sciences. I remember having taught courses at the Fremont Campus both for PCC and CSU-Pueblo and thinking how great it would be to work on the campus full time. This is now a reality and I am enjoying this new opportunity PCC has once again given me. I consider myself to be very fortunate to be back at the Fremont campus and working with my former instructors, to whom I give much credit for my academic success. I recently told a friend of mine, a member of my PCC cohort, that I was working for the Fremont Campus. He also has pleasant memories of the campus and staff. He has earned two bachelors’ degrees and recognizes PCC Fremont as the institution that gave him the skills to succeed. ■

Fremont Campus Adds Services for Students Fremont Campus students found two new services awaiting them when they came to the campus this fall. The Campus added a first-ever half-time financial aid advisor position to better help serve registering students as enrollment continues to grow at the campus. The new advisor will provide students access to higher education with face-to-face, one-on-one assistance with their financial aid needs to aid in their access to higher education. The advisor works hand-in-hand with the Pueblo campus financial aid office and also assists students in applying for scholarship funds. The Campus also has partnered with Coyote Coffee Den to offer coffee cart and food items for students, faculty and staff. The campus’ 700 students have not had food service available before now. Limited snacks and drinks were available in the vending machines, but Coyote Den now offers students the option of freshly-made sandwiches, salads, wraps and pizza plus coffee, lattes and cappuccinos. ■

Jennifer Pierceall Herman

Students enjoying the new Coyote Coffee Den

Barn-Campus Expansion Conceptual Designs Unveiled The PCC Foundation and the Fremont Campus staff held an open house on Thursday, Sept. 25 to unveil new conceptual renderings for the possible redevelopment of the old prison garden barn into an arts and humanities classroom building with an amphitheater nearby. Community members, faculty, staff and students were able to view the designs, give feedback, and ask the architects questions. The designs are on display in the Enrollment Services Office at the Fremont Campus. Interested parties are invited to view the designs and provide comment to Campus Dean, Jennifer Pierceall Herman. Those interested in working on the project can contact Dean Herman to join the campus expansion and fundraising committees or to make a donation. Donations to the PCC Fremont Campus are eligible for an enterprise zone tax credit. ■

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Prison garden barn at Fremont Campus

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Make a Difference Kathy McHugh, Bianca Flores and Diane Porter, PCC Foundation staff

Pueblo Community College Foundation Board of Directors 2008 –2009 Executive Board President Sean McCarthy Vice President Ryan Griego ‘03 Secretary Kathy Bassett Treasurer Jay Dammann ‘55 Past President Jack Quinn ‘65

Board of Directors Rogene I. Armstrong Carlos Baca Carla M. Barela Chuck Campbell ‘63 Amos Cordova Warren B. Curtis ‘53 James M. Milam Kelly Montano Martha R. Poole Robert H. Redwine Renee Rodriquez Walter Schepp Jeffrey Shaw Robert O. Silva ‘54 Sharon Swerdfeger ‘68 Theodore N. Trani ‘66 Joseph T. Ulibarri ‘63 John A. Verna Joseph C. Welte

Associate Director Geof Gordon Len Gregory

Emeritus Members Tony Fortino Maxine Golenda ’59 Tom Healy Bob Rice

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If you believe that an education can change lives for the better, then let me give you a few examples where your commitment can make a difference. There are many ways that allow you to accomplish your charitable plans which can bring immediate and possible future benefits for you and your family.

A Gift of Insurance I never met Jerry, but he was a benefactor to Pueblo Community College (PCC) through the Foundation just the same. He worked as a mechanic most of his life. By most people’s standards, he was living on a meager income. His interest in PCC was due to the fact that his son earned an Associate’s Degree in our welding program and had a great career welding in the fishing industry in Alaska. Jerry told his insurance agent that it was such a relief to know that his son was financially sound and he owed that peace of mind to PCC. I said that Jerry was a benefactor and it was truly a surprise when the College received notice that he had bequeathed thousands of dollars through an insurance policy. Wow! He had made small monthly premium payments and named the PCC Foundation as his beneficiary. For your information, Jerry could have made the Foundation the owner instead of the beneficiary of the policy and he could have claimed an income tax deduction for the amount equal to the lower of the fair market value or cost basis. Each year’s premium payments also would have been deductible. What a generous way to make a large gift when your assets would not allow a contribution like Jerry’s. If you have made PCC a recipient within your insurance policy, let the Foundation know. I would like to have the opportunity to thank you.

A Gift Designated to Child Care Program equals a Colorado Child Care Tax Credit (50%) Paul’s annual $1,000 contribution to PCC’s Early Child Care Program assists students with tuition and fees for their child-care classes and gives Paul a 50% tax credit toward his Colorado Income Tax obligation.

Colorado Enterprise Zone Tax Credits (25%) Carolyn is a successful restaurateur and has been very interested in reducing her income tax obligations. Her personal $5,000 annual contribution to PCC’s Advanced Technology program or for the Fremont campus allows Carolyn a 25% tax credit ($1,250) off what she owes on April 15th to the State of Colorado. She can make up to $100,000 in contributions in one year and take five years to use up the tax credit. What is this tax credit you ask? The Colorado Enterprise Zone Program encourages job creation and capital investment in economically depressed areas by providing tax credits to businesses and projects to promote and encourage economic development activities. Call me...I would like to tell you more about this great tax incentive.

IRA Charitable Rollover A limited version of the IRA Charitable Rollover enacted in December 2006 as part of the Pension Protection Act has been extended to December 31, 2008. The current bill allows taxpayers age 70 1/2 or older to make charitable contributions up to a maximum of $100,000 to eligible charitable organizations directly from their IRAs without counting them as part of their adjusted gross income. Thus the withdrawals are not taxed. The key benefits of the bipartisan bill are increases in contributions to charities and elimination of tax penalties for older Americans who want to support charities. Starting at age 70 1/2, IRA owners are permitted through the IRA Charitable Rollover to make direct gifts to eligible charities from their IRAs without suffering a tax penalty. Since all IRA owners are required to take annual minimum distributions at this age, regardless of whether they need the income, this provides an option to support charitable causes. The IRA Rollover is particularly helpful for older Americans who do not itemize their tax deductions and would not otherwise receive any tax benefit for their charitable contributions. The gifting must take place before the IRA or 401(k) makes it distribution (usually the 15th to the 30th of December). Call Diane Porter at 719 549-3303 for more information.

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Now is the Time for YOU to Join the PCC Alumni Association The Pueblo Community College (PCC) Alumni Association was founded as a way of providing a means to continue the relationship between the college and its alumni. Through the support and volunteerism of alumni and friends, we are offering you a sense of community and the opportunity to promote lifelong personal, educational and professional growth of alumni and students of the college. Many opportunities are available for you to stay connected to PCC and its current students. The Alumni Association is designed to allow maximum overall community participation while also raising funds to support PCC students through scholarships and other assistance. To put it simply, the PCC Alumni Association helps PCC alumni stay in touch with one another, students and with the college. Getting involved is the perfect way to know what’s going on with PCC, other alumni and the community. The Association and Foundation’s LEGACY magazine is an innovative way to stay connected to news, events, networking opportunities and everything at PCC. You are invited to keep your information updated with us so that the Alumni Association can continue to offer you opportunities to strengthen and maintain your PCC Alumni connections. You can contact Bianca Flores at 719.549.3314, email her at [email protected] or update your information on our website at www.pueblocc.edu/AboutUs/Alumni. ■

Mary Waterman Chair Pueblo Community College Alumni Association

Distinguished Alumni Dinner The first ever annual Distinguished Alumni Dinner is currently slated for April, 2009. All members are encouraged to nominate a fellow Alum that has achieved success in their career or profession. One candidate from each professional category listed on the nomination form will be recognized during the dinner. Please refer to the nomination form at www.pueblocc.edu/aboutus/alumni and return to Pueblo Community College Alumni Association, 201 North Santa Fe Ave., Pueblo, CO 81003. Deadline for nominations is December 19, 2008. It is the nominator’s responsibility to provide a clear and concise summary of the nominee’s accomplishments. With an attached letter, please describe the nominee’s professional and personal accomplishments. Provide appropriate attachments as newspaper articles, letters of recommendation, etc. that would substantiate the nomination. Self-nominations are welcome and encouraged. ■

Bobbi LeCompte, Don Allen, Charlene Vigil Madrid and Betty Becker, not pictured are Kriss Nugent and Dave Martin

PCC Graduates Coordinate Jewelry Show A group of eight alumni artists hosted a jewelry show to demonstrate their skills and talents as craftsmaen. The extensive collection of handcrafted pieces unquestionably showcased the magnificent work of these PCC graduates. We’re incredibly proud of their success. ■

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A sample of some of the alumni-designed jewelry

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alumni news

ALUMNI UPDATES

1950s Douglas M. Knudson ’56 and his wife Judy, of South Fork, CO delivered several items for display in the Heritage Hall highlighting his father Marvin Knudson’s tenure as President of then Pueblo Junior College.

1960s Jack Milam ’62 and his wife Paula, enjoyed a visit with Diane Porter, Executive Director of the PCC Foundation, in Tempe, AZ. They reminisced, as Jack was one of two freshmen that played on the national championship team in 1961. Jack also donated some artifacts for the Heritage Hall that is located in the Pueblo Community College’s College Center. Jack is a retired teacher and works part-time driving cars to an auto auction.

1980s Laura D. Lucero ’87 is a native to Pueblo, CO and earned an AAS Degree in Business and Office Technology from PCC. Laura has 15 years working in the Disabled American Veterans Service Center in Pueblo. She has worked in the Admissions office since January 2006 as an Administrative Assistant II. She recently accepted the critical position of directing and coordinating the admissions process at PCC.

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1990s Gina L. (Capritta) Dutcher ’94, Pueblo, CO. Gina currently is the City Clerk for the City of Pueblo. She received an Associates of Applied Science in Business Management from Pueblo Community College and a Bachelor of Science Degree in Business Management from the University of Phoenix. Currently she also is a student at the University of Colorado at Colorado Springs pursuing a Masters Degree in Public Administration. She is a graduate of the International Institute of Municipal Clerks and holds the prestigious status of Master Municipal Clerk. Gina is a member of the International Institute of Municipal Clerks, the Colorado Municipal Clerk’s Association, a previous member of Pueblo Community College’s Business Management Advisory Committee and IntelliTec College Business Advisory Committee. In 2006, the YWCA awarded her with the Tribute to Women Anna Taussig Award recognizing women in leadership and mentoring roles. Gina and her husband, retired Fire Captain Lee Dutcher, love to drive her 2005 Corvette. She also enjoys scrapbooking in her spare time.

2000s Barbara A. Simms ’01 was born and raised in Phoenix, AZ. Barbara has been a resident of Pueblo since 1977. She graduated from Pueblo Community College in 1984, and then once again from Pueblo Community College in 2001 with her Associate of Science degree. Barbara earned her Bachelor of Science degree and teaching certificate for secondary education from Colorado State University-Pueblo in 2004. PCC hired Barbara as an Adjunct Math Instructor, tutor, and advisor. Recently Barbara accepted the position of TRIO Student Support Services Educational Advisor at PCC. In that position, she is primarily responsible for coordinating the academic components of the program as well as providing instructional support and curriculum development. Barbara will coordinate the tutoring and mentoring components of the program. She will supervise the student/professional tutors, student mentors and instructors for the the school.

MARRIAGES M. D. (Butch) Batchelder ’02 of Pueblo West, CO was named the new chair of the Pueblo Education Consortium, which is comprised of representatives of Pueblo’s two colleges, two school districts, the Pueblo Economic Development Corporation, and the Greater Pueblo, Latino, and Pueblo West Chambers of Commerce. In its simplest form, PEC’s role is to mobilize education to meet the needs of business and industry in the Pueblo community. Butch also heads the Pueblo West Chamber of Commerce. Strider Swope ’02 is a graduate of PCC. He earned his bachelors degree in business management at CSU-Pueblo. While at CSU-Pueblo, he worked in the foreign language lab as a tutor and monitor. He took a position with the County Clerk’s office working in the motor vehicle registration division. Most recently, he is the new testing coordinator at PCC. Pamla Sterner ’04, Pueblo, CO. Pamla graduated magna cum laude from Colorado State University with a B.S. in Political Science. She works as a caseworker for Colorado Congressman John Salazar. She is married to Douglas Sterner ’00

Corrie Lynn (Chance) ’05 and Devin Robert Ames recently were married. Judy Lynne Reeves and Eugene Elwood Eckman ’83 were recently married. Jacie Lurie Hartman and Darrell L. Fisher, II ’06 were married. Shyla (Glenn) ’06 and Dustin Prijatel were married on February 2, 2008. Melissa S. (Gonzales) ’99 and Kenneth Michael Pino were married. Jamill (Maldonado) ’07 and Christopher James Lopez were married in October 2007. Malinda Lynn (Hendrix) and Kyle David Martin ’07 were married in September 2007. Casey Len (Baber) and Joshua James McDonald ’04 were married in November 2007. Cari Ann (McKenney) ’07 and Christopher John Smolsey were married in April 2008.

Kelli D. (Nielsen) ’05 and Mark Myers were married on December 8, 2007. Nakoal Leanne (Vaught) and John Abraham Overholt ’05 were married in March 2008. Nicole (Padula) ’07 and Jimmy Harrison were married on July 14, 2007. Tina Angelina (Pangelina) ’06 and Christopher A. Rivera were married in September 2007.

Ronda Jay (Ramirez) ’06 and Victor Elisco Vigil, III were married in March 2008.

John A. Califano ’50 Helen M. Garcia ’86 William W. Hooper ’48 Duane L. Pantle ’55 Grant Q. Stansberry ’81 David E. Trujillo ’04

It was brought to our attention that over the years many romantic relationships were fostered between students /alum of the College. A good example is the relationship that blossomed into marriage for Maxine Bachik ‘59 and Richard Golenda ’59.

Christina Lee (Myers) ’07 and Alan Andy Trujillo were married in October 2007.

Renee Y. (Ramirez) ’06 and Chris Valdez were married on August 11, 2007.

IN MEMORIUM

Is your marriage the result of a PJC, SCSC or PCC romance?

Debbie Ann (Saiz) ’06 and Ronnie Rodriguez were married in October 2007.

If your marriage is a result of such a relationship, we’d love to hear from you! Please let us know about your story. Send them with photos if possible to Kathy McHugh at 201 N. Santa Fe, Pueblo, Colorado 81003 or to [email protected].

Rosanna (Sarten) ’04 and Derek Thompson were married on July 7, 2007. Samantha (Billups) and Gary E. Sears ’06 were married on May 26, 2007. Elizabeth Luise (Hahnenberger) and Dall Everett Sparks ’04 were married in November 2007. Roberta J. (Spencer) ’00 and E. Scott Santisteven were married on May 28, 2008. Jennifer L. (Thornton) ’05 and Christopher Thomas Segura were married in January 2008. Carrie Ann (Sanders) and Mose Winchester ’05 were married in October 2007.

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If you wish, please send updated alumni information to [email protected] or call 719.549.3314

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Gifts of $100,000 + Walter and Gloria Schepp Gifts of $25,000 - $99,999 LeVert W. Hoag Foundation Kane Family Foundation The David and Lucile Packard Foundation The Max & Kathleen Watts Foundation

Thank you to all the generous donors who supported Pueblo Community College from July 1, 2007 through June 30, 2008

Gifts of $10,000 - $24,999 Doris Black Black Hills Corporation E.M. Christmas Foundation Hasan Family Foundation Burton Hennum The Frank Lamb Foundation Margaret Lukas John and Agnes Miazga Parkview Foundation, Inc. Pueblo Hispanic Education Foundation Pueblo Toyota, Inc. Robert Hoag Rawlings Foundation Gifts of $5,000 - $9,999 American Medical Response David and Marianne Cardinal Central High School Class of 1957 Art and Lorraine Gonzales Loaf ‘N Jug Pepsi Bottling Group Puebloans by Choice K.R. Swerdfeger Construction, Inc. Charles and Earlene Wolfers Gifts of $1,000 - $4,999 John and Nancy Aguilera Assistance League of Pueblo, Inc. Atlas Pacific Engineering Company Carlos and Olive Baca Richard and Mary Lyn Ballantine Ross Barnhart Bassett Construction Walter and Katherine Bassett, Jr.

The Boeing Company Michael and Elizabeth Bryant Cañon City Chamber of Commerce Geraldine Colette Colorado State University-Pueblo The Columbus Foundation Credit Union of Colorado Crossroads’ Turning Points, Inc. Daily Record Alain and Lisa Dalmau Elizabeth Davis James and Barbara Davis Bert and Ramona Dennis Edward and Neta DeRose James DeSantos Marion Drew Electro-Mechanical Products, Inc. Joseph and Barbara Fortino Arthur Gahart Nick Garone Foundation Gill Foundation The Maudean and E.L. Hanson Foundation Marian Heyl Industrial ConstructorsManagers Inc. Edna Jones Kiwanis Club of Pueblo William and Mona Klein Raymond and Linda Kogovsek Stephen and Frances Lopata M.I.N.D.S. of District 70 Maria Mcauliffe Bernadine J. McNamara Ernest and Frieda Padilla Parkview Health Systems, Inc. Pate Construction Company, Inc. Jacob and Marion Patterson Jeff Pearson Foundation PFLAG of Pueblo - Parents Family & Friends - Lesbians & Gays T.L. Printz Constructors The Pueblo Chieftain Pueblo County Medical Society Pueblo County United Way

Year ended June 30, 2008

ASSETS Current Assets Receivables Prepaid Expenses Investments Total Assets LIABILITIES Accounts Payable Deferred Revenue Rental Deposits Total Liabilities NET ASSETS Unrestricted Temporarily Restricted Permanently Restricted Total Net Assets Total Liabilities & Net Assets

Gifts of $500 - $999 Acorn Construction American Bank of Commerce Rogene Armstrong Carla Barela Carole Bauman William and Beverly Brill Business Women’s Network Career Education Corporation Ann Carruth Dumont and Diane Clark Convergys Corporation Jay and Florence Dammann, III

Evraz Group SA Catherine Faughnan Christopher and Bianca Flores Eleanor Fry William Gower and Marilyn Gower HUB International L.D.C. Properties Larry’s Electric & Refrigeration, Inc. David Linam LeeRoy Martinez Diane Meese Opal Mitchell Mickey Moore and Irene Elgart Roger and Janet Oberhelman John and Inge Oechsle Oppenheimer Funds Legacy Program Pueblo Community Health Center Pueblo County Commissioners Pueblo Dodge-VW Jack and Paula Quinn Sandy Rawlings RBC Capital Markets Corporation Charles W. Ready Financial Service Sam’s Club Foundation Robert Saunders Schrock Electronics Jerome Shaffer Robert and Meredith Silva Southern Colorado Press Club Summit Brick Company Thirty Club Community Foundation Wells Fargo Bank - Pueblo Joseph and Linda Welte West-Tech Communications of Southern Colorado Gifts of $250 - $499 Tim Acosta Airgas Intermountain Inc. American Association of University Women M.D. Batchelder, Jr. Michael and Rae Ann Blazer

STATEM ENT OF ACTIVITI ES

STATEM ENT OF FI NANCIAL POSITION

PCC FOUNDATION ANNUAL REPORT

Pueblo Elks Lodge #90 Pueblo Enterprise Zone Pueblo General Contractor’s Association Pueblo Lodge No. 17 AF & AM Pueblo Reunion in Denver Robert Rawlings Charles and Sharon Ready Ruth Robinson Robert and Rebecca Robler Frieda T. Roof Memorial Adam Roskop Jarvis and Mary Jo Ryals Sanmina-Sci Gary L. Spino St. Mary-Corwin Medical Center State of Colorado Colorado Combined Ivan Sufian SunWest Educational Credit Union Keith and Sharon Swerdfeger Walter & Lucille Timme Foundation Marvin and Sandra Towne Triple-G Construction, Inc. US Bank Central Office Vectra Bank Armando Vigil Wal-Mart - Pueblo H. Ben and Shirley Weindling Dean and Betty Wolcott Xcel Energy

$

267,811 26,496 8,902 5,830,660 $ 6,133,869

$

$

36,965 2,232 5,225 44,422

$

1,134,593 4,286,015 668,839 $ 6,089,447

$ 6,133,869

REVENUE Contributions/Fundraising/In-kind $ Investment Income Realized & Unrealized gain/loss on investments Miscellaneous Total Revenue & Support $

707,817 381,254 - 670,547 83,427 501,951

EXPENSES Program expenses Scholarships Management & general Fundraising expenses Total Expenses

$

522,926 240,552 186,824 164,682 1,114,984

Change in Net Asset Value Total Expenses & Change in Net Asset Value

$ $

- 613,033 501,951

Net Assets - June 30, 2007 Net Assets - June 30, 2008

$ $

6,702,480 6,089,447

$

Jon and Kelly Brude Vincent and Madaline Cardinal Dennis and Shirley Carey Castle Investment & Loan David and Leah Cerankowski Mark Chorak CollegeInvest Warren and Ardell Curtis El Pomar Foundation El Pueblo...An Adolescent Treatment Community Express Employment Services Thomas and Kathy Farley Freedom Ford Subaru Geoffrey and Nancy Gordon Ryan and Amanda Griego Sharon Hawkins The Horace Mann Companies Wesley and Gretta Kettelkamp, Jr. William and Janette Lewis Raymond and Kathleen Mattarocci Occupational Health Technologies, Inc. James and Ardell Ottino PEDCO Jimmie and Diane Porter Pueblo Bank and Trust Quality Electrical Distribution Regency Ridge Development Darrell and Ann Showers Letty Simpson Southeastern Colorado Dental Society James and Barbara Spaccamonti Bishop Arthur Tafoya Takaki Dental Care Center Robert and Sara Tonsing Dennis and Sherry Trujillo Johnson Edmund and Gregoria Vallejo Ventana at Pueblo John and Nadene Verna Gifts of $100 - $249 Edmund and Carolyn Algien American Iron & Metal Co., Inc. Catherine K. Anderson Angelus Chapel Mortuaries Michael and Jill Ball Banner and Bower, PC Carl and Kay Bartecchi Walt and Ellen Bassett, Sr. Aldo and Dee Ann Battiste Donald and Beverly Beauvais Robert and Mary Beckelheimer Lynn and Liz Bevington Kenneth L. Bigelow Wayne F. Bowman Marvin Bradley Byerly & Cosyleon, Inc. Chuck Campbell Canon National Bank Dale and Deb Cardinal James and Mary Carter, Jr. Cattails Golf Club Centennial Insurance Agency, LLC Sidney J. Clutter Commonwealth Financial Network Amos and Julie Cordova Cottage Innovation, Inc. Crane Investment Patricia Crum Sally Cudrik

Marie D’Andrea Cory and Jessica Davern Jose Diaz and Veronica Baros Disciplined Benefit Services, Inc. DMS Imprints & Embroidery Dressen Spine Center Leslie Eisenhart, Sr. Bill and Mildred Elkins Engineered Systems, Inc. Raymond and Patricia Erjavec Rudolph and Karen Eskra Robert and Eilene Even Brad and Karen Farbo Raymond and Verna Fearheiley Donald Garnett Bruce and Diana Gifford R. Allan and Wanda Glover Robert Graham Frank and Anna Graves The Greater Pueblo Chamber of Commerce Hampton Inn Marion Harr and Catherine Moe Joan Heyl Shell Charles and Teresa Hicks Richard and Celia Holm Fred Zook and Florence Hunt Robert A. Jackson Raymond R. Johanson John and Mary Keilbach Doris Kester Gail Kingrey Kiwanis Club of Royal Gorge, Cañon City Edmund and Phyllis Kotlar John Ladd Little Caesars Pizza Merle and Shirley Lord William and Laura Mattoon Elizabeth V. McBride Sean and Christine McCarthy Donald McCombs Morris and Joanna Meese Marilynn Mettler Scott Midgley James Milam Winfred Miller Anthony and Janalee Misiaszek Montano Concrete Corporation Montgomery & Steward Funeral Directors Melvin and Madeline Murray

Martha Pardue Frank Petrocco David and Gayle Pettinari James and Martha Poole Mary Prigmore Pueblo City Council Pueblo City-County Health Department Pueblo Crimestoppers, Inc. Gerald and Elaine Puls RE/MAX of Pueblo, Inc. James and Lorraine Rector Redwine Kelly Financial Services Robert Redwine Robert and Bonnie Rice John and Roxana Rink, Jr. David Ritterling Berna Rizer Renee Rodriquez Edward and Bonnie Sajbel James and Janet Sanderholm R.J. and Nora Schultz Charles and Rosemary Sekera William Starr, Jr. Marvin and Sandra Stein Ken and Nola Stofac Texas Roadhouse The Trane Company Theodore and Clara Trani Joseph and Juanita Ulibarri Verisma Systems, Inc. Nadene Verna Insurance Agency, Inc. Lawrence and Billie Lee Walker Bettie Williams Ralph and Janice Williams Herbert and Bernardine Wolf Steven and Joann Wright Jon and Claudia Zadra Gifts up to $99 James and Joyce Arnold William Arnot Bruce and Nancy Artus Glen and Anora Athey Brian and Tamra Axworthy Jay and Barbara Bernard Erin and Catherine Bonham August and Dagmar Borkowitz Kim Boysen Berry Brau Bernay Brumbaugh

Theodore Bueno Hiram and Elizabeth Cates Thomas and Marlene Clason Richard and Shirley Cline Gordon R. Cooper Dan and Leanne Corsentino William and Eleanor Crain Leroy Davis Milton Davison Edwin and JoAnne Dodds John and Maxine Dougherty Jose and Sandra Duran Cara Fisher James and Sally Foulks James and Sharon Fowler Joe and Ignacia Franco Jeanne Gardner W. Alan and Laura Garst Mr. and Mrs. John Gary Genova Construction, Inc. Deloris Giltner David and Linda Glover Gene and Lucille Gonzales Joanna Goodman Arthur and Myrna Graham Joseph and Kelly Hagel Guy and Diane Hammerland Hal and Patricia Hawthorne James Hill Richard Hime Dorothy Holloran Vere Hotchkiss Derrick and Vickie Houska June Howlett Mark and Kit Krehbiel Everett Lallis, Jr. David and Carole Lange Homer and Jane Lathrop Al and Ann Lodwick William and Barbara Lytle A. Ruth Macartney Michael and Margaret Manos Jamie Manzanares Ray and Margaret Masias Margaret Mastrini Clyde and Frances Mathews Virginia Mattarocci Kevin McCarthy Kathryn McHugh and Robert Figueroa Ronny and Paula McPheeters Gerald and Janet McPherson

Pete and Mary Medina Russell and Nola Miller James Ratcliff and Barbara Montgomery Mozart Restaurant and Lounge John and Sheila Mozer Donald and June Mullins Gordon and Helen Murley Edward and Janice Norden Paul Novy Darla Nunn Henry Ornelas Delbert and Dinah Owens Frank and Krystyna Pacheco Jamie Peralta Pueblo Board of Water Works Robert and Elke Pugel David Quiroz Wilbur and Christine Richardson Mark and Carol Rickman Charles and Carrie Robinson Ed and Marie Rodenbeck, Jr. Lisa Marie Rogula David and Jill Roscover Michael and Deborah Rose Royal Gorge Bridge & Park Gilbert Sanchez Jesus and Sharon Segura Jerry Sell Jeffrey and Dacia Shaw Silver State Lodge No. 95 A.F. & A.M. Greg Snyder Bill and Marilyn Stitt Barbara Stoelb Janice Sullivan Sun Healthcare Group Daniel and Shirley Tafoya James and Norma Thomason Alan and Linda Thompson Deward and Wendy Thornton John and Nancy Tracey Trinidad and Las Animas County Chamber LeighAnn Trujillo Brenda Trujillo-Aranda Masae and Vaiulatasi Tuatoo Helen Vaughn Virginia Walker Kathleen Welch Einar and Lone Wulfsberg

YES, I want more information about contributing through a.... b Scholarship Fund b Will/Bequest b Insurance b Enterprise Zone b Child Care Tax Credit b I have designated the PCC Foundation in my will or I would like to talk to the Foundation’s Executive Director about a planned gift or trust opportunities. Name____________________________________________________________ Maiden Name (if Alum)______________________________________

Address________________________________________________________________ City_________________ State _______ Zip _______________

Email_____________________________________________________ Home/Work Phone______________________ Cell______________________

Send to PCC Foundation Office, 201 N. Santa Fe, Pueblo, Colorado 81003 or Call Diane C. Porter, 719.549.3303

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