ALAMOSA — The Adams State University annual Donor and Student Recognition Dinner provides an opportunity for the institution to show appreciation for the many who help make dreams of a college education a reality. Students who receive scholarships dine with many who have established Adams State scholarships.

Emily Johnson, a double major in music business and flute performance with a double minor in percussion performance and business administration, will graduate in December 2018. She spoke on behalf of all scholarship recipients. She concluded her remarks with heartfelt appreciation: “Thank you for allowing me to share my story with you. To share why I love Adams and why I am so grateful for you and your donations for giving me the opportunity to stay here and create these lifelong memories. And thank you for supporting the incredible talents and minds in this room.”

The PEO Chapter V (Monte Vista) received the 2018 Willis Fassett Jr. Award at the Annual Donor and Student Recognition Dinner. Pictured, from left Kathy Metz and Devi Jordan accept the Buffalo Chant bronze from Adams State Foundation Board Member Duane Bussey, Class of 1982.

Adams State University President Cheryl Lovell, far left, and Adams State Foundation Board Member Duane Bussey, Class of 1982, far right, present Wayne and Ellen Evans with the Willis Fassett Jr. Award at the Annual Donor and Student Recognition Dinner. The award includes the Buffalo Chant bronze, created specifically for the Foundation by the late William Moyers, Class of 1939, and famous cowboy artist.

Adams State Grizzly Club President Ron DeSautell, Class of 1976, far left, and Adams State President Cheryl Lovell, far right, present the 2018 Grizzly Club Individual Partner of the Year Award to Myra, Class of 1993 and 2001, and Mark Manzanares, Class of 1989 and 1992, at the Annual Donor and Student Recognition Dinner.