This document provides an overview of several highlights and events from the 2008-2009 school year within the Division of Student Affairs at Colorado State University. It discusses the expansion of services for veterans, major renovations to the Student Recreation Center, the establishment of the CSU Health Network, and scholarships that support students, including the Javad Marshall-Fields and Vivian Wolfe Memorial Scholarship that was established in memory of two former students who passed away. It also profiles supporters of the university like the Puksta Educational Foundation and William Sharpless Jackson Jr. that help provide educational opportunities for students.

1. W
elcome to the first issue of Colorado
State’s Division of Student Affairs
newsletter, Beyond the Classroom.
We are thrilled to have the opportunity to
share our successes, and update you on
exciting events and programs taking place on
the Colorado State University campus. While
most of our students may be on summer
vacation, we are certainly not! The Division
of Student Affairs staff and faculty are busy
preparing for what lies ahead, but first I would
like to mention some of the highlights from
the 2008-2009 school year.
Deserving of honorable mention is the
Division’s new Veterans Support Program; it
has received a $100,000 gift from the American
Council on Education and the Wal-Mart
Foundation, designated to expanding and
enhancing current services. Major renovations
and an expansion of Colorado State University’s
20-year-old Student Recreation Center
began May 6, 2009; it’s a $32 million project
funded entirely by student fees. Colorado
State University’s Student Diversity Programs
and Services hosted its first “Celebration
of Graduates” recognizing the diversity of
Colorado State’s graduating students. Last but
not least, CSU Health Network was established,
providing comprehensive, progressive, and
streamlined services unprecedented at any
other university in the country.
The Division of Student Affairs is so very
pleased and privileged to have numerous
friends and supporters who make educational
access a reality for many students. The
Javad Marshall-Fields and Vivian Wolfe
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From
the Vice
President
Blanche M. Hughes
Vice President for
Student Affairs
A Collaborative Celebration
Begins a New Tradition
C
olorado State University’s Student
Diversity Programs and Services
hosted its first “Celebration of
Graduates” in May. Historically, many of the
offices within Student Diversity Programs
and Services have held individual awards
and recognition programs through the
months of April
and May where
students would
typically choose to
attend the program
with which they
were most closely
associated. This
year’s Celebration
of Graduates – a
collaborative effort among seven campus
programs – brought celebrations into one
ceremony, and specifically focused on
graduating students.
The Celebration drew more than 300
people, including approximately 120 graduating
students, as well as family and friends,
the University community, the President,
President’s Cabinet, deans, faculty and staff
members. Each student was recognized and
given a small gift from the offices with which
they identified or were affiliated. “Students
have multiple identities and this was a
celebration to acknowledge and honor the
many ways students contribute to the diversity
of Colorado State University,” says Linda
Ahuna-Hamill, Assistant Vice President for
Student Affairs. “It was a great feeling to see all
these different students crossing the stage and
being recognized by the various offices. It was
really inspiring and the students were glad they
participated.” A reception was held preceding
and following the ceremonies along with a
group picture taken as part of the program.
The Celebration of Graduates ceremony
was a collaborative effort among Asian/
Pacific American Cultural Center; Black/
African American Cultural Center; El Centro;
Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, Transgender Resource
Center; Native American Cultural Center;
Resources for Disabled Students; and Women’s
Programs and Studies. n
Top: Group portrait at the Celebration of
Graduates event. Inset: Interim President Tony
Frank speaks to the Celebration of Graduates.
beyond the classroom
News from the Division of Student Af fairs

2. 2 beyond the classroom
Memorial Scholarship – established in
loving memory by the mothers of two
extraordinary former Colorado State
students who lost their lives in 2005 –
turns tragedy into hope for the future.
This generous scholarship financially
supports four Colorado State students
through their entire undergraduate
education. The First Generation Program
at Colorado State also found a friend in
Mr. William S. Jackson Jr. who graciously
chooses to additionally support
distinguished First Generation scholars.
The Division of Student Affairs
is brimming with opportunities to
support Colorado State students. From
service-learning programs, to career
advising, to mentoring and leadership
opportunities – Colorado State Division
of Student Affairs exists to help students
succeed in life. If any of the programs,
events, or scholarships you read about
in this newlsetter appeal to you, please
don’t hesitate to contact our Development
team. You can reach Sam Martin,
Director of Development, at (970)
491-3938 or smartin@ua.colostate.edu,
or Sarah Morgan, Assistant Director
of Development at (970) 491-3403 or
smorgan@ua.colostate.edu.
Have a great summer!
Blanche Hughes
Vice President for Student Affairs
continued from Page 1
Tragedy Leads to Scholarships to
Promote Character Development
O
n June 20, 2005, Colorado State
University graduates Javad Marshall-
Fields and Vivian Wolfe were killed
in a drive-by shooting – just days before
Marshall-Fields was scheduled to testify as a
witness to his best friend’s murder.
Marshall-Fields and Wolfe, both 22, were
model students who loved attending Colorado
State and growing intellectually, civically,
and athletically. Marshall-Fields, a speech
communication graduate, wanted to pursue
a law degree. Wolfe, a nutrition graduate,
hoped to become a midwife. Marshall-Fields
and Wolfe were preparing to continue their
educations and eventually marry.
“One day we were celebrating Javad and
Vivian’s graduation and their love for each
other, and the next day we were crying because
someone had taken their lives,” says Marshall-
Field’s mother, Rhonda Fields.
Adesiretoturnatragicexperienceinto
hopeforthefuturepromptedRhondaFieldsand
Vivian’smother,ChristineWolfe,toestablish
theJavadMarshall-FieldsandVivianWolfe
MemorialScholarship,toprovideawardsto
high-achievingstudentswithstrongcommunity
serviceexperience.Therecipients,likeMarshall-
FieldsandWolfe,mustcomefromanAuroraor
ColoradoSpringspublichighschool.
The two mothers also coordinate an annual
golf tournament in the Denver area to generate
revenue for the scholarship fund, which has
grown from $25,000 to just over $45,000 in four
years. Since the first recipient was awarded in
2005, nine scholarships have been given to four
students. The four students all contributed
actively in their Denver-area communities
before arriving at Colorado State – a criteria
for being awarded the scholarship. The Javad
Marshall-Fields and Vivian Wolfe Memorial
Scholarship awards incoming freshman and
hopes to be able to support its scholars all
four years at Colorado State University – if the
funds are available. Even with some generous
contributions made to the fund, the Marshall-
Fields/Wolfe scholarship may not be able to
keep its commitment to its amazing scholars.
If you would like to help please contact Sarah
Morgan, Assistant Director of Development for
Scholarships and Student Affairs at (970) 491-
3403 or smorgan@ua.colostate.edu.
Rhonda Fields and Christine Wolfe enjoy
following the progress of the scholarship
recipients. “We’re striving to develop honor
and integrity in young people so they will make
good choices,” says Rhonda Fields.
“It’s very sad that I will never get to see
Javad smile again,” she adds. “What brings a
smile to my face is seeing these young people
fulfilling the dreams that Javad and Vivian
weren’t able to.” n
Vivian Wolfe and Javad Marshall-Fields

3. https://advancing.colostate.edu/studentaffairs 3
CSU’s Recreation Center is
Expanding and Improving
S
tudents, dignitaries, and members
of the campus community gathered
in mid-May to celebrate the
renovation of Colorado State University’s
20-year-old Student Recreation Center.
The groundbreaking ceremony signified
the beginning of Phase I construction,
which includes major renovations to the
current facility and new construction. The
first phase is scheduled to be completed in
January 2010, and will provide amenities
such as a cardio-weight fitness area at double
the current size, a multiactivity gym for
soccer, basketball, and volleyball, a climbing
tower, a bouldering wall and cave, an outdoor
bouldering rock, two massage rooms, and
four fitness studios.
“The University is grateful for the
commitment of the students to provide
their campus with a state-of-the-art,
environmentally friendly recreation center,”
said Blanche Hughes, Vice President of
Student Affairs. “This new facility will help us
provide students with a well-rounded campus
experience, which we know is vital to their
success at our institution.”
Judy Muenchow, Student Recreation
Executive Director, says, “The renovation and
addition will be built using environmentally
sustainable practices, such as wind power. We
also plan to reuse more than 75 percent of our
existing structural walls, floors, and roofs.
Where we have to use new materials, we’re
using regional materials and certified wood
that is from forests managed and harvested
under strict guidelines.”
Environmentally friendly features include
maximizing open space, concrete and shading
of hard surfaces to prevent heat absorption and
reflection, reduced night-time light pollution,
water efficient landscaping, climate appropriate
plant species, and a 21 percent reduction in
Top: A rendering of the Colorado State University Student Recreation Center renovation
and expansion. Above: Members of the Campus Recreation Advisory Board at the
groundbreaking ceremony. Left to right: Christopher (Chris) Diedrich, Jennestta (Jenny)
Romanin, Kelsey Manning, Kiersten O’Rourke, Wade Kinsey, and Melissa (Mel) Smith.
energy usage through high-performance glass,
insulation, proper solar orientation, shading,
and new water-cooled chillers.
Access to the Student Recreation Center
remains unchanged and student programming
and services will continue throughout the
construction, scheduled to be completed by
August 2010. Funded entirely by student fees,
the new construction will add 60,000 square
feet, bringing the total facility to 165,000
square feet. Additional funding for the
renovation is needed. Funds received through
naming and other charitable gifts will support
programming and upkeep. n

4. 4 beyond the classroom
CSU Health Network Director Steve Blom and Associate Director Michael Daine
CSU Health Network
Improving Health Services for Students
C
olorado State University’s Hartshorn
Health Services and University
Counseling Center have merged
to form the newly established CSU Health
Network. Campus health officials feel the
merger of the University Counseling Center
and Hartshorn Health Services creates
seamless services and exemplifies a total
integrated care model. Whether a student
has depression or strep throat they will enter
the same building and meet with a member
of the Network’s multidisciplinary health
care team. All CSU Health Network staff
are cross-trained to ensure physical health
doctors are learning signs of mental health,
and vice versa.
Not only will the merger provide for more
comprehensive services, CSU Health Network
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The Puksta Educational Foundation
H
arry and Eva Puksta, long time
residents of the Denver area, were
simple people who led simple lives.
Although they were very successful in the
apartment rental business, they lived frugally
and aspired to share their success in a manner
that would help others. In 1996, the Pukstas
began working with John Mulstay, a financial
adviser with Morgan Stanley. They shared
with Mulstay their wish that their estates be
used to help “good kids” go to college.
In 1999, Eva Puksta died of cancer
and within a day Harry Puksta followed,
however their legacy remains. Mulstay, who
had grown close to the Pukstas and shared
their passion for education, carried out their
wish by establishing the Puksta Educational
Foundation. The foundation began gifting in
2001 and currently has 32 Colorado students
enrolled in college, 10 of whom attend Colorado
State University. The Puksta Foundation
plans to expand the number of Colorado State
University scholars to 12 next year.
Mulstay continues to manage the day-to-
day affairs of the foundation and serves as
executive director. Requirements for Puksta
Scholars include enrollment in a minimum
of 12 credits a semester, maintaining at least
a 3.0 GPA, and engaging in leadership and
community service activities. Students are
also asked to be members of the Colorado
State University Key Living and Learning
Community Program. The Puksta Education
Foundation Scholarship is a four-year
scholarship for a total award of $20,000. n

5. https://advancing.colostate.edu/studentaffairs 5
Generous Support for Veterans
at Colorado State University
T
he American Council on Education and
the Wal-Mart Foundation awarded $2
million in Success for Veterans Award
Grants in April 2009. The prestigious $100,000
grants were awarded to 20 U.S. institutions
operating model programs to advance access
and success in higher education for veterans
and their families. Colorado State’s Veterans
Support Program was one of the lucky
recipients, and the only Colorado university or
college to be awarded.
The $100,000 grant, given to the Veterans
Support Program, will support the development
of a faculty training program, establish a
national veterans student honor society,
expand outreach efforts, and develop a more
comprehensive student orientation program.
Monies from the grant will also be used to
create a mentoring program between incoming
veterans and existing veteran students.
“The need for these services is only going
to increase as more student veterans come back
to campus, which we are anticipating with the
post-9-11 GI Bill,” said Ann Ingala, Veterans
Coordinator at Colorado State and a U.S. Army
Desert Storm veteran.
ACEreceivednearly250applicationsfor
SuccessforVeteransAwardGrants,whichwere
reviewedbyaselectioncommitteeofhigher
educationleaders,programandpolicydirectors,
andveterans.Thirtysemifinalistswereselected
andreviewedbyapanelofjudgescomposedof
retiredcollegeanduniversitychancellorsand
presidents.Selectioncriteriaincludedquality
andsustainabilityoftheexistingprogramsand
initiatives,aswellasstrategiesfordisseminating
bestpracticestootherinstitutions.
We are proud of the work going into these
programs. If you would like more information
on Veterans Support Programs please contact
Ann Ingala, Veterans Coordinator at
ann.ingala@colostate.edu or Sarah Morgan,
Assistant Director of Development for Student
Affiars and Scholarships at (970) 491-3403 or
smorgan@ua.colostate.edu. n
has decided to take a progressive approach
to mental health care issues. According to
Steve Blom, Executive Director of CSU Health
Network, mental health issues are on the rise on
college campuses. He says, “Some young adults
experience a lot of anxiety when they are taken
out of their familiar environment – away from
families and high school peers – and put into
entirely new surroundings. We not only want
to progressively treat those who come to us for
help, but also find ways to reach those who are
not coming forward.”
Michael Daine is the Associate
Executive Director of CSU Health Network
and a psychologist. He says the top four
presenting mental health issues on campus
are relationship issues, stress, anxiety, and
depression. Relationship issues often include
negotiating intimate or peer relationships,
as well as establishing an adult relationship
with parents or family members. Students
also experience significant amounts of stress
regarding time management, academic
performance, and increased financial stress.
Anxiety issues range from “I’m nervous about
a test” to full-blown panic attacks. Substance
abuse, ADHD, eating disorders and suicide are
also prevalent among the campus community.
The merger will also break down barriers
between campus services and community
services. A strategic three- to five-year plan
will be implemented on Aug. 1, 2009 with goals
including the expansion of services at multiple
locations including the Hartshorn building, the
Wellness Zone, various community locations,
residence halls, and the Veterinary Hospital.
The CSU Health Network hopes to become
the “health care home” for Colorado State
University students. n
CSU Health Network
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6. 6 beyond the classroom
William Sharpless Jackson Jr.
Helping Others Help Themselves
W
illiam Sharpless Jackson Jr., a
native of Colorado Springs and a
1942 graduate of Harvard, was so
impressed with Colorado State University’s
academic standards he decided to add it
to his philanthropic portfolio. It stands
to reason Jackson has been a longtime
supporter of the arts and education,
graduating with a degree in English
Literature, however it was Colorado State
University’s Department of Atmospheric
Sciences that caught his attention. Jackson
says he had been interested in climate issues
ever since his father was part of Climax
Colorado – a collaborative research project
between University of Colorado and Harvard.
Although his initial interest in Colorado
State University changed course after meeting
with development staff, the William Sharpless
Jackson Jr., Scholarship Endowment supports
a most worthy cause – The Distinguished First
Generation Scholarship, awarded annually to
five distinguished First Generation Scholars. “I
saw there was a need and I was happy to help.
I like the idea of helping students get started in
what will hopefully be a lifetime of learning,”
says Jackson.
Jackson feels blessed to have had many
of his own “experiences of a lifetime.” After
graduating from Harvard, Jackson served in the
South Pacific for three years during World War
II. He traveled to Korea to participate in the
liberation of Korea from the Japanese in 1945.
Later that year, Jackson returned to Denver
and began work as an investment consultant.
It was then that he met and married Patricia
McLaughlin, with whom he had four sons. In
1952, Jackson was elected state representative
and had the distinct pleasure of being sworn
in by his father, who served on the Colorado
Supreme Court from 1942 to 1953.
In addition to Colorado State University,
Jackson has funded several endowments,
including support for Asian art at the Denver
Art Museum, University of Denver’s China
and U.S. Relations Institute, Auraria Library’s
E-Learning Center, Planned Parenthood, and
many other nonprofit organizations. Jackson
avidly supports Colorado College which his
grandfather, William Sharpless Jackson Sr.,
helped establish in 1874. With a bit of a smile
and a chuckle, Jackson says “I used to have
a negative attitude toward CSU because I
supported Colorado College as my hometown
school, and because the Aggies were our biggest
rival in football.”
Now in his 80s, Jackson remains active
as a philanthropic civic leader and is looking
forward to helping his grandchildren with their
college educations. Jackson says, “Scholarships
are the best investments I’ve made because they
keep giving back.” n
William Sharpless Jackson Jr. with First Generation Scholarship recipients. Left to right: Michelle Taber,
Grisela Ramirez, Jackson, Taylor Ronne, Sara Anderson, and Tessa Farrell.

7. https://advancing.colostate.edu/studentaffairs 7
Meet the
Development Team
W
e’re excited for the opportunity to
share the great news and stories
coming from the Division of Student
Affairs at Colorado State University. We are
committed to raising awareness and support
for Colorado State’s programs and services
dedicated to fully engaging students in the
development of their unique potential – both
inside the classroom and out. If you have any
questions regarding the programs you’ve read
about in this newsletter, or other opportunities
at Colorado State, please contact us. n
Sam Martin
Director of Development
smartin@ua.colostate.edu
(970) 491-3938
Sarah Morgan
Assistant Director of Development
smorgan@ua.colostate.edu
(970) 491-3403
Camille Blue
Development Coordinator
cblue@ua.colostate.edu
(970) 491-1828Camille Blue, Sarah Morgan, and Sam Martin of the Division of Student Affairs Development Office.
Sport Clubs: A Tradition of Champions
A
nother successful year has come to
a close for Colorado State Sport Club
student-athletes. During the 2008-
2009 school year, the baseball team won its
fifth national championship – that’s five in
the past six years! Wrestler Steve Gerrard
won the national championship in the 184-
pound weight class. Triathlete Joe Munchak
won the 2009 National Championship for
male graduate students, and 22 of the 27
clubs qualified for postseason play.
The Cycling Club hosted the Collegiate
Road National Championships for the second
consecutive year and finished second overall.
In March 2010, the Logging Club will host
“Conclave,” bringing the best in timbersports
to Colorado State University’s campus. The
event will be televised on ESPN.
Colorado State Sport Clubs are funded with
student fees, dues, and donations. Donations
to the programs offset student fees, enhance
programs, and support other fundraising
activities. n
Bobby Moller pitching against the University
of Colorado.

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The Parents Fund
Parents and Families Enriching
the Lives of Students
T
he Division of Student Affairs, along
with Colorado State University
parents and family members, created
the Parents Fund to offer parents, families,
and friends of Colorado State University an
opportunity to enrich the lives of Colorado
State University students and their families,
through private giving.
The Parents Fund has the following goals:
To create or enhance the Division of•
Student Affairs programs that lead to
the academic and personal success of
Colorado State University students.
To provide financial assistance to the•
Division of Student Affairs programs
that expand the sense of community
at Colorado State University, where all
students feel welcome and important.
To support Universitywide programs and•
projects outside of the classroom.
To enrich educational opportunities•
for Colorado State University
students and families.
Over the years, Colorado State University’s
Parents Fund has helped support a variety of
programs. Without this support, many of the
most impactful programs on campus would
go without funding. Examples of Parents
Fund-supported programs are the President’s
Leadership Program, cultural programming
such as Faces of America, and the RAMFAM
Association for Colorado State University
students’ parents and family members.
President’s Leadership Program
Colorado State University students can apply
to participate in the President’s Leadership
Program (PLP), an academic and experiential
leadership development program. Students
may participate in any of the three yearlong
leadership courses, earning elective credit.
Faces of America
This presentation challenged the
stereotypes of race, ethnicity, gender, ability,
socioeconomic status, and sexual orientation.
Through true accounts of “All American”
stories, students see the faces of America:
African, Asian, Latino, East Indian, European,
and Native. This one-person play written from
research has been described as the first truly
multicultural portrayal of Americans ever
created. Students benefited from this program
in learning about the challenges related to
stereotypes that still exist in our country.
RAMFAM Association and
Parent/Family Programming
The Colorado State University RAMFAM
Association is made up of volunteer parents
and families who serve as liaisons to Colorado
State University representing parents and
family members of undergraduate students.
RAMFAM’s primary goals are to support
families and students; enhance the connection
between families, students, and the University
administration; provide feedback to the
University on student and family issues;
communicate family concerns to elected
governmental officials; and assist with
the recruitment and retention of students
and RAMFAM Association members. The
Association meets monthly to discuss issues,
learn more about University developments
affecting students, and assist in planning
programs and events that involve Colorado
State University parents and families. A variety
of publications and programs for Colorado State
parents and families are made possible through
generous donations to the Parents Fund. n