Calaneet Balas

The Foundation Celebration took place April 5, honoring the impact alumni and friends of the University have on the campus community.

In conjunction with the evening’s events, the 50th anniversary of the Gen. John J. Pershing Scholarship was celebrated as well. Several alumni and friends were recognized for their philanthropy during the last year as new members of Truman’s prestigious giving societies. Those in attendance heard from students, watched a sneak-peek performance from “Peter and the Starcatcher” by Truman’s Theatre Department and heard about the impact of private gifts to the University community. The Honorable Ann Covington received the President’s Leadership Award for her years of generosity, and Mastercard was given the Distinguished Corporation/Foundation Award in recognition of their long-standing partnership with Truman.

For a full listing of all of Truman’s giving societies, go to truman.edu/giving/societies.

Dale and Shari Schenewerk

Susan and Rob Scheurer, Carol and Dave Rector, and Scott Ellis

Koelle and Rita Barbour, Kelly and Arthur Freeland

Jared Sacquitne-Darrington

Lauren and Bret Gramlich with Suejeong “Jay” Hwang

Melba Bowen, Bill Lovegreen and Nettie Carpente

Bob Dager, Marilyn Romine and Kevin Kuebler

Amanda Gioia and President Sue Thomas