September 3, 2003

$500,000 Donation Completes Alumni Center Campaign

Boise State University officials today announced receipt of a $500,000 donation — the capstone gift to the three-year Boise State Alumni Center campaign. Lee Denker, director of alumni relations, said the university and Alumni Association are grateful for this outstanding donation. “This facility is a great addition to campus and stands in tribute to the generosity of Boise State’s many loyal alumni and friends who made the dream of an Alumni Center possible,” he said. “In particular today, we need to thank this generous anonymous donor for helping to finalize a successful campaign.” The Boise State Alumni Center, which opened in April 2001, has become a gathering place for university activities and has fostered a stronger sense of community among students, alumni and friends of the university. Located at 1173 Grant St. across from Bronco Stadium, the Alumni Center is decorated with Bronco memorabilia and comfortable furnishings, making it a prime site for campus functions of all kinds. The building also provides headquarters for the Boise State Alumni Association, the Boise State Career Center and the national-award-winning Boise State Student Alumni Association. Established in 1967, the Boise State Alumni Association is a membership-based organization that supports Boise State through a variety of programs and activities. Its membership stretches beyond Idaho and includes all alumni and friends who envision a strong future for Boise State.        -30- Contact Lee Denker Alumni Association 208 426-1698 Media contact Pat Pyke communications and marketing 208 426-1987