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In a historic moment, a surprise gift of
portraits of CSUSB’s three presidents is
unveiled by benefactor Nick Coussoulis
(center). Artist Tom Pinch (right) was commissioned
by Coussoulis to create this legacy
gift for the university, which will display the
portraits of presidents (from left) John
Pfau, Anthony Evans and Albert Karnig .
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Longtime supporters of the campus were
honored with a special award during the
program. Alumnus Nick Coussoulis (seated
center), who also served as an honorary cochair
for the 40th anniversary, receives the
recognition from Coyote athletics development
director Mike Kovack (standing).
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Ernie Garcia, emeritus dean of education,
triumphs during the live auction as the
new owner of a DeLorean, purchased
for $20,000.
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Provost Lou Fernandez and wife Elsa (seated
at center) were joined by CSUSB reference
librarian Xiwen Zhang (standing right) in
hosting a delegation from China, including
(seated from left) Qianmei Zhang, Dandan
Qin and Tu Liang Zheng. Standing is Yushan
Qin and Neng He.
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Co-chairs of the capital campaign for the
College of Education building, James and
Judy Watson are welcomed by College of
Education Dean Pat Arlin (left). The committee
is devoted to raising funds for the
new education building at CSUSB.
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As a premier sponsor, San Bernardino Sun
and Inland Valley Daily Bulletin chief executive
officer Bob Balzer (left) is greeted by
40th anniversary honorary co-chair, Stater
Bros. chairman and CEO Jack Brown (center),
and Bruce Varner.
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As a diamond sponsor of the gala, the
Arrowhead Credit Union was represented by
Marie Alonzo, who is shown here with John
Futch, director of CSUSB’s Cross-Cultural
Center.
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Bob Knop directed the amazing CSUSB Jazz
Ensemble as the group performed throughout
the evening.
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President Albert Karnig thanked the many
supporters of CSUSB over its 40-year history.
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Founding President John Pfau (left) and wife,
Antreen (center), visit with Marilyn Karnig
(right) and Charles Obershaw at a sponsors’
reception before the gala’s silent auction.
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San Bernardino Mayor Patrick Morris (left)
chats with Bishop Gerald Barnes during the
gala reception and silent auction.
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President Karnig hits the dance floor next
to alumna Crissy Tobiason as anniversary
gala activities come to a close.
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As the dinner program began, CSU
Chancellor Charles Reed congratulated
the sold-out crowd on its generous
support of CSUSB.
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A Year of Giving Generously
As the Cal State San Bernardino development team
reached out to the community for philanthropic support, it
knew that charity had to begin at home. It also knew that
many donors, such as foundations, look closely at campus
participation in deciding whether to give to a university.
Furnished with these principles, last year, CSUSB launched
its new faculty and staff campaign in what is planned to be an
annual event.
The last faculty and staff campaign had been held before
1999. Many members of the campus community have continued
to give. But the growth of the university and the celebration
of CSUSB’s 40th anniversary made it the perfect time to
contact many new employees and revisit others to express the
need for support and to solicit gifts.
The 2005-2006 campaign had a $40,000 goal for the
university’s 40th anniversary. It raised more than $60,000.
And the new building campaign for the College of Education
raised more than $80,000 from its own faculty and staff.
When counting those who were already giving, almost
$205,000 was raised to support many campus needs. All of
this amid a record-breaking $16 million in overall contributions
to Cal State San Bernardino this year.
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