February 12, 2004

Boise State Student Organizations to be Honored at Recognition Dinner

The Associated Students of Boise State University (ASBSU) and the Student Activities Office will host the 16th annual ASBSU Hall of Fame and Student Organization Recognition Dinner at 6 p.m. on Monday, April 12, in the Student Union Jordan Ballroom. The dinner is open to the public. Tickets may be purchased through Wednesday, April 7 at the Student Activities Office in the Student Union. The cost is $8 if purchased before spring break and $10 if purchased after spring break. For more information, call 426-1223 or visit http://union.boisestate.edu. The ASBSU Hall of Fame awards recognize outstanding performance in the categories of alumni, student government, student organizations, outstanding academic achievement, varsity athletes, performing/fine arts, community service and applied technology. A committee of representatives from student government, faculty, student housing, the Student Union and Student Programs Board select the award winners. Awards presented at the dinner will include: The David S. Taylor Award – Honors the lifetime achievements of an outstanding Boise State administrator, faculty, advisor, alumni or employee who demonstrates ongoing commitment and dedication to the service of students, student learning and the quality of student life at Boise State. The Outstanding Student Organization awards – Presented to student organizations that have shown leadership and involvement in the community and at Boise State. One organization will be named Student Organization of the Year. Additional awards will be presented for each of the eight types of student organizations: religious, Greek, academic/professional, honorary, sports, cultural/ethnic, university housing and special interest. The Student Organization Advisor Award – Recognizes the efforts of those individuals who have made it possible for organizations to thrive. Advisors’ responsibilities include helping organizations reach their goals, providing a positive working relationship with club members and demonstrating exceptional dedication and service to the organization. -30- Contact Lisa Shaw Student Organizations Graduate Assistant 208 426-1223 Media Contact Kathleen Craven communications and marketing 208 426-3275 Angela Jones communications and marketing 208 426-3196