Annual Gala
The Foundation’s Annual Gala is a fundraiser and recognition event honoring outstanding individuals, organizations, businesses, and friends of SUNY Ulster. Through the generosity of our many contributors, and with the energy and vision of our leadership, the Foundation carries its mission forward for the benefit of our amazing SUNY Ulster students.
This year’s Gala took place on
Thursday, September 28, 2023 at 5:30 p.m.
at Diamond Mills
We will be celebrated:
Community. Loyalty. Dedication.
Honoring:
John Markes
Ulster County Regional Chamber of Commerce
Your Promise – Their Future Award
The Your Promise – Their Future Award recognizes donors who, by substantial planned gifts or generous contributions, provide funding deemed to be transformative. This year’s awardee is:
Ulster Savings Bank
#BeLikeAnita Award
The #BeLikeAnita Award recognizes members of the community who work tirelessly on behalf of others, lead by example, dedicate personal time to make the world a better place, and live in a manner worthy of notice. This year’s recipient is:
Barbara Cohen
Anne R. Donovan Award
The Anne R. Donovan Award for Faculty & Staff is given to members of the campus community who demonstrate extraordinary dedication to SUNY Ulster by undertaking initiatives above and beyond the scope of their work in support of the mission of the College.
This year’s awardees are Rachael Pompeii, Penny Rifenburgh, and Candice Van Dyke
Rachael Pompeii
Penny Rifenburgh
Candice Van Dyke
