2020年荣誉校友
One of the events that was canceled as a result of the coronavirus (COVID-19) response was the 尊敬的校友 Celebration — our long-standing annual opportunity to recognize Bears who continue to make a difference for our students and university in so many 方法. While we weren’t able to honor their achievements in person, our community of students, faculty, staff, alumni and friends are inspired and uplifted by their stories 和支持.
Learn more about them (and share a congratulatory message) through the 尊敬的校友 视频:
威廉H. 比尔·本森1976年
Bill’s love of history and dedication to UNC has supported students in developing a deep understanding of their role as citizens and leaders in Colorado. 他建立了 威廉·H. 2004年获得本森历史奖学金. 本森养老 in 2014. Through these funds, Bill has contributed significantly to the university, and in so doing, has funded 105 scholarships to UNC students.
The Benson Scholarship has become the most prestigious and coveted award for undergraduates 在皇冠app官方版下载学习历史. These students have gone on to successful careers in a variety of fields, including as foreign service officers, teachers and professors.
“Bill is the UNC History Department’s most loyal and significant supporter, and his devoted actions towards UNC over the past two decades make him the perfect candidate 获得皇冠app官方版下载荣誉校友奖.”
——弗里茨·菲舍尔博士.D., Professor and Chair, History, Director of Teacher Education 在UNC
Gary loo ' 64
加里厕所’s professional accomplishments and philanthropic dedication exemplify UNC’s 卓越传统. After graduation in 1964, Gary grew the family business, LooArt Press, into the largest direct mail marketer of greeting cards, stationery, 礼品及相关产品. 1986年，他成立了High Valley Group Inc ..，该公司投资 在房地产和其他商业投资.
Throughout his career, Gary has remained an active supporter of UNC. 他曾担任 a member of the 校友 Association Board in the late 1980s, and in 2001 he established the 加里厕所 Athletic Scholarship Endowment to fund scholarships for UNC student-athletes. Additionally, Gary has supported the Monfort College of Business Dean’s Fund since 1992.
“Gary has repeatedly expressed th在UNC holds a special place in his life. 他说 the time he spent as a student 在UNC played an important role in shaping the person he is today, and that is why he chooses to give back and stay connected to the institution 通过慈善事业.”
——蒙福特商学院
安妮萨·古兹曼博士.D. ’93, ’01
After beginning her nursing education career teaching at community colleges in northern 科罗拉多州，Anissa古斯曼博士.D.他于2015年回到皇冠app官方版下载，担任助理教授 在护理项目中. Anissa has shown a deep commitment to UNC’s students and the 特别是csamar Chávez文化中心. 除了提供建议和支持， Anissa worked to help students dealing with food insecurity. 在皇冠app官方版下载期间，她也 served on a Success Looks Like ME career panel hosted by the 校友 Relations office.
“Representation in the nursing field, especially at the doctoral level, is critical given the low number of Latinas holding such credentials. 这很重要，因为 her story demonstrates that a pathway is possible for students holding similar identities 跟随她的脚步. 此外,博士. 古兹曼的学术贡献 literature furthers understanding of chronic health issues affecting people from rural 墨西哥的起源. The value of her voice in spaces where her scholarly expertise can contribute to further understanding of communities of color is priceless.”
——乔姆·奥罗斯科·阿尔梅达.A.
何塞·马丁内斯iii ' 07
As the son of two UNC alumni, 何塞•马丁内斯 III ’07 learned the value of a quality 从小受教育. Through participation in multicultural student organizations, 穆 graduated from UNC with a deep understanding of what is required to create a well-rounded, inclusive educational environment that addresses the needs of its diverse 学生人数. In 2013, he was selected for the prestigious Milken Educator Award.
In addition to his duties as a teacher and assistant principal, he has earned the nickname “Pied Piper” for his ability to engage students in group activities. 穆 is a 2015 recipient of the UNC 10 Under 10 young alumni awards. 2018年，何塞采取了行动 as the keynote speaker for the National Field Experience Conference in Greeley and in 2019 served as the keynote speaker for the Cumbres Graduation Reception. 他目前 在Boettcher基金会校友会任职.
“Despite the fact that not every teacher—especially not every great teacher—gets recognized for their hard work, I still think it’s the most rewarding job you could hope for. 只要我们想，我们就能改变未来.”
——何塞·马丁内斯三世
里科(阿方索)09年冬天
Rico is a professional motivational speaker, youth educator, community leader and 部长. While 在UNC, he became student body president and was actively involved in student government, student clubs/organizations and programming offered through 我们的文化和资源中心. 在过去的15年里，他一直在回馈社会 皇冠app官方版下载社区.
Since leaving UNC, Rico founded Young Men of Purpose (YMOP), an enrichment program designed to guide inner-city elementary, middle and high school males through programming that promotes positive self-image and prosocial behaviors. 在过去的十年里，YMOP has influenced more than 3,000 young men in the Denver-metro area, many of whom have 选择皇冠app官方版下载作为他们的专上学校. 2017年，里科被授予极光勋章 中央高中，传奇奖.
“Through his determination, interpersonal skills and deep faith, Rico carries the 他所做的一切都体现了联合国军司令部永恒的精神. 他在我们大学发挥了重要作用 并对他周围的人产生了积极的影响. 里科思维敏捷，注意力很集中 对细节和对家人和学生的忠诚. 里科是高等教育的真正冠军 education with a tireless commitment to serving our African American and Latinx high 整个丹佛地区的学生. 里科是一个完美的校友和角色 许多人的榜样.”
托拜厄斯J. 古兹曼,Ph值.D.
