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Proceeds from this evening’s Gala will be used to fund

Music, Fine Arts, and Presidential Scholarships

at Southwest Minnesota State University.

Attendees...Roger & Julie MillerBruce & Deb MitlyngRoger & Connie MohrDebra MorganJohn MorganJeff & Melanie MuellerBill & Stacie MulsoEric & Stacey MyhreCarissa NathMichael & Susan NorgaardRonald ObermollerTerry & Therese ParrDavid & Marcia PattersonMatt & Helen PedersenMelanie PedersenBrian & Cindy PfeifferDoug Pilgrim & Jan Loft Karl & Shirley PorischCarol PurringtonBrian & Lisa RademacherLee & Norma RaskeKevin & Deann ReeseDan RippelKeri RoellerJoe & Betty RoersDoug RootEric & Anna RunestadBen & Kristel SchamberKarl & Nadine SchmidtDean & Wendy SchoolmeesterMark Schwanebeck & Lois HenkelClayton & Tami SchwerinHarold Schwerin

George & Peg SeldatDoug & Molly SimonJim Smalley & Sara RuncheyPaola StefaniTim & Christy SteinbachDavid & Gwen SturrockLonnie & Jeanine SwensonJim & Sheila TabakaDave & Diane TaylorMichael & Jen ThomasWill & Candace ThomasLinda ThompsonDenny & Shirley TimmermanGerry & Mary TolandBill & Traci ToulouseMike VanDrehlePat & Karen VanKeulenGary & Debbie VanOverbekeTerry & Cindy VerschaetseGene & Brenda VerscheldeDustin & Sonya VierstraeteJohn & Stacey VoitBill & Becky WeberKim & Kristin WegnerAdam Willert & Heather PlantingJeff Witt & Sara GranheimMichael & Elizabeth WeissDevlon & Bobbi WerkmanJennifer WoodRonald & Sandra WoodLu YackleyPaul & Melissa YoungerJames & Marianne Zarzana

6:00 p.m. Social HourEnjoy the SMSU Concert Choir, SMSU Jazz Band, and Jazz with Pete & Ross

Silent AuctionThe Silent Auction will be available to

view throughout the evening until the start of the Live Auction.

DiningMAIN ENTREE (Chef Dennis Nord)

Pork Steamships with Cranberry Demi Glace

Yukon Gold Escalloped Potato with Smoked Gouda

Grilled Vegetables

Sage Butter & Dinner Rolls

MASH-UP STATION (Culinology Students)

Vegetarian Pho Shooters with Tofu & Soba Noodles

Milk Braised Pork with Spicy Cranberry & Mango Chutney

Sundried Tomato Pesto Gelato with a Pine Nut & Parmesan Crisp

HAND –HELD STATION (Culinology Students)

Arepas filled with Shredded Beef, Fried Plantains & Queso

California Roll Sushi with Avocado & Crab

Spinach & Feta Cheese Spanakopita

DOWN–HOME STATION (Culinology Students)

Sgt. Pepper’s Roasted Tomato Soup with Cheese Grillers

Prefect Romano’s Mac ‘n Cheese Roll

Pollo Potpie Puff Pastries de Capitán Padilla

9:00 p.m. Live AuctionSilent Auction bidding ceases when the Live Auction begins.

Tonight’s auction will be conducted by Tim Deutz and Troy Deutz.

Followed by Dancing Dance to the music of Something New.

Evening Schedule...

Kim Abraham & Kim Fier-AbrahamJorun AhmannFred & Deb AlmerChristine AndersonBill & Molly ArchboldPaul & Joyce ArendsSteve & Linda BachBrett & Amy BeernaertBrett BergScott & Marcia BeukelmanBrian & Krista BjellaEric & Erica BlyGreg & Paula BoerboomJason & Holly Jo BoerboomJeff & Rhonda BonnstetterJeanette BosveldMark & Deb BoultonTyler & Sue BowenPat BraceTom BrownDan & Christy BrusvenCandace BuchholzKevin & Susan CarlsonJames & Gail CarrDuane & Deb CarrowJeff & Janet ChapmanJim & Kim ChristiansonScott & Laura CrowellCory & Amber CrowleySenator Gary DahmsSteve Davis & Jean StassenFran & Syl DeBaereBetsy DesyNicholas & Michelle DoelingTim & Jennifer DeutzTroy DeutzBernard & Eileen DulasEric & Neenah EbenErin EichtenColleen Feucht

Darrel FeuchtQuentin & Carla FixenErica FlatinDoug & Jo Anne FraunfelderDennis & Marj FredericksonNeil & Stacy FrostDarrell & Marilyn FuhrJohn & Leanna GinocchioJohn & JoAnne GlasgowMark GoodenowKory & Amy GrantMatthew Gross & Marissa BrodyBrian & Kris GruhotChristian & Kim GuentherSheldon & Marge HaalandRick & Marcia HerderLucas & Jessica HilgemannChris & Mary Jo HmielewskiDan HoffmanQuinn & Kari HorvathBob JacobsonJoshua & Jennifer JohnsonKaren KaasTyson & Janell KasselJim & Deb KerkaertAnthony & Ami KerrSheldon & Connie KimplingStephen & Maria KingsburyJim & Jill KontzMichael & Alecia KramerSteve Kramer & Beth WeatherbyAl & Linda KruseNan LarsonAmber LeiningerChet & Nicole LockwoodKelly & Kari LoftSteve & Mary MaertensRoger & Donna MadisonTimothy Michel & Stephanie McKeeSteve & Karen Meister

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Silent Auction . . .Sherman Chiropractic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Hour Massage Certificate

Silpada Jewelry - Lori Radke . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Necklace

Slumberland . . . . . . . . . . .Mustang Statue & (2) Leather Mustang Reclining Chairs with Ottomans

South Dakota Symphony . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 Concert Tickets

Sole-Mates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(4) $20 Gift Cards, Bifold Wallet & Portage Traveler Wallet

Sonia’s Family Hair Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$25 Gift Certificate

SMSU English Department . . . . . . . . . . . . Basket with a Blanket, Books, Flowered Teapot & Wine

SMSU HM Culinology® . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Far East Interactive Cooking for 12 Couples

SMSU Music Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (4) Tickets to “A Very Prairie Christmas”

& $50 TK’s Steak House Gift Card

SMSU President’s Office . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Leather Attache Case

SMSU Theatre Department . . . . . . .(2) Tickets to Dinner Theater to any SMSU Theatre Production

Southwest Pallets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 Patio Chairs & Table

St. Paul Saints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(4) In-field Tickets

State Farm Insurance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (2) Folding Lawn Rocking Chairs

Strawberry Fields/Orphanage Antiques . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(2) Ceramic Angel Tealight Holders

Studio B . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16x20 Wall Portrait & Session

Subway . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(2) Gift Bags with Coupon for Three-foot Sub

Sunsational Tanning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$20 Gift Certificate & Tanning Products

Taco Johns . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(5) $5 Gift Certificates

Taylor, Diane & Dave . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Hand-Carved & Painted California Quail

The Bike Shop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Bench Weights & Bike Rack

The Hut . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$10 Gift Certificate

The Party Place . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Vikings Party Pail

Thomas, Dr. Jeff . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Upper Arch Whitening & Oral B Electic Toothbrush

Thrifty White . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$50 Gift Certificate

Thirty-One - Ami Kerr . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(3) Large Totes

TK’s Steakhouse . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(2) $10 Gift Cards

Toni’s Depot . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(5) $10 Gift Certificates

Trendz . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Flax Seed Pillow & Hair Accessories

Uptown Glamour . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Hair Beauty Products

VanderHagen, Skogrand & Associates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Certificate to Chanhassen Dinner Theatre

Vankeulen, Pat & Karen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1/2 Hog Plus Processing

Verschelde, Gene & Brenda . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Bean Bag Board w/ Bags

Wild Water West . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (2) Park Admission Tickets

Wooden Nickel Saloon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (2) $20 Gift Certificates

Ziegler Cat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Toy Semi Truck & Trailer, Toy Backhoe

Noah Anderson ....................Madelia, MN

Danae Aslesen ..........................Boyd, MN

Laura Bania ..............................Geneva, IL

Heather Buysse ....................Marshall, MN

Justin Condelli ......................Marshall, MN

John Craig ......................Worthington, MN

Nicholas Dorman ................Marshall, MN

Anthony Dunne ..........Redwood Falls, MN

Anna Eben ................................George, IA

Caleb Ellingson..............Beaver Creek, MN

Amanda Fauks ....................Litchfield, MN

Alexis Fontana........................Brandon, SD

Callie Frank ..............................Sartell, MN

Ryan Fredrickson ........................Elko, MN

Kassandra Gottskalkson ......Minneota, MN

Samuel Guetter ....................Wabasso, MN

Steven Halloran ..................Le Center, MN

Adam Hudak ......................Prior Lake, MN

Chelsey Javner ....................Hardwick, MN

Amanda Johnson ....................Morton, MN

Sara Johnson ..........................Chaska, MN

Elise Kazmerzak ..............Lake Preston, SD

David Kelsey Bassett ..................Tracy, MN

Daniel Kilkelly ....................Stillwater, MN

Josie Klingenberg ....................Adrian, MN

Andrew Kompelien ........Cottonwood, MN

Will Kurka ..........................Minneota, MN

Sarah Lee ............................Wabasso, MN

Rebecca Lockwood ....................Fenton, IA

Mai Lor ..........................Minneapolis, MN

Maximillian Louwagie ..........Marshall, MN

Catherine Lucken ..................Melrose, MN

Benjamin Malakowsky ........St. James, MN

Janel Marier ......................Forest Lake, MN

Sullivan Marxen................Minnetrista, MN

Steven McGeary ....................Danvers, MN

Spencer Mills........................Lakeville, MN

Luke Nelson ......................Westbrook, MN

Tyler Nielsen ............................Milan, MN

Beth Ochs..............................Franklin, MN

Gregory Pavek ....................Hendricks, MN

Joseph Pfannschmidt ..................Lynd, MN

Alexander Pikala ....Columbia Heights, MN

Sara Popowski........................Ivanhoe, MN

Leo Poquette ........................Lakeville, MN

Katherine Robertson ..........Dakota City, NE

Ashley Rodeberg..............Montevideo, MN

Austin Schmidt ..........................White, SD

Tyler Schoep....................Montevideo, MN

Aaron Schuler ................Granite Falls, MN

Derick Schultz............................Tulare, SD

Katie Schwarz ......................St. James, MN

Steven Shega ..................Apple Valley, MN

Joshua Spreiter ....................Litchfield, MN

Stephanie Stensland ..............Granada, MN

Taylor Swenson ..................Pipestone, MN

Ashlinn Thommes ..................Delano, MN

Chryseis Tvedt ......................Danvers, MN

Jared Wagner ..........................Osakis, MN

Michael Wenk ........................Hartford, SD

Benjamin Yang..............Walnut Grove, MN

Claire Ziecina ............Glendale Heights, IL

Scholarship Recipients . . .

Since its inception, over $600,000 has been raised by the

University Gala to support Music, Fine Arts

and Presidential Scholarships.

Silent Auction . . .LG Nails . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$15 Manicure

Lecy, Dr. Greg & Mrs. Becky . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .YMCA Family Membership

Lockwood Motors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (1) Oil Change & Detail

Marco, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Ipod

Marshall Animal Clinic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Yearly Canine Vaccination & Check-up

Marshall Aquatic Center/Boards & Blades . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Family Pass (Family of 4)

Marshall Area Fine Arts Council . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$25 Gift Certificate

Marshall Area YMCA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Family Membership

Marshall Bowl . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Big Fun Pack

Marshall Decorating Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Sculpture Bookends

Marshall Floral . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(2) $25 Gift Certificates

Maurice’s . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$10 Gift Card

McDonald’s . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(4) $25 Gift Certificates

Dr. Michael Mills . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Hand Blown Vase

Minnesota Historical Society & Museum . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(4) Free Admissions

Minnesota Lynx . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Practice Jersey Autographed by Candace Wiggins

Minnesota Twins . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Autographed Bert Blyleven Photograph

Minnesota Vikings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Signed Autographed Photo – Adrian Peterson

Minnesota Wild . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Wild Gift Pack

Mister Cool’s Clothing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$50 Gift Certificate & Purple Tie

Music Street . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Ukulele

Noble Woman . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$25 Gift Certificate

Old Log Theater . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(2) Theater Tickets

Palmer Tattoo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $50 Gift Certificate

Papa Murphy’s . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(2) Gift Certificates for a Family Size Pizza

Patzer’s Furniture & Appliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$50 Gift Card

Patzer’s Hardware Hank . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$50 Gift Card

Penny’s P’sas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$20 Gift Certificate

Photoworks Photography . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Family/Group Portrait Session, 8x10

Prairie’s Edge Casino Resort . . . .(2) One Night Stay Certificate (Hotel or RV Park) & Buffet for Two

Prairie Gems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Necklace & Earrings

Prasada Boutique . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$10 Gift Certificate, Purse & Key Chain

Protandin - Adam Willert . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 Month Supply of Protandin & True Science Lotion

Purple Iris Yarn Shop & Marshall Sewing Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Rust Alpaca Sweater

Ramada . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .One Night Stay in a King Whirlpool Suite at the Ramada, Spirit Lake

Redwood Falls Nursery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $50 Gift Certificate

Reinhart Foods . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Steak Package

Runnings Farm & Fleet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .High Top Patio Set with 2 Chairs

Rusty’s Corner Cafe . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$25 Gift Certificate

Savannah Oaks Golf Course . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(2) $30 Gift Certificates

Shear Attraction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Hair Cut Certificate

University Gala DonorsAshley Engineering

Bend Rite

Bisbee Plumbing & Heating

Bremer Bank

D & G Excavating, Inc.

Don & Vicki Pals

Hiller Stores, Inc.

Inspec, Inc.

Johnson Family Dental Care

Kestleloot Enterprises

Silver Springs Foods

Southwest Sanitation, Inc.

Sussner Construction, Inc.

Titan Machinery

US Bank

Ziegler, Inc.

Additional ThanksTim Alcorn

Samir Amin

Laura Bottin

Michael Cheng

Bre Gifford

Henle Printing

Chef Dennis Nord

Ron Schoephoerster

SMSU Admission Ambassadors

SMSU Concert Choir

SMSU Culinology® Students

SMSU Jazz Band

SMSU General Mantenance Workers

Student Fundraising Associates

Studio B Photography

Tom & Wendy Sullivan

Layne Turner

Gene Verschelde

Silent Auction . . .Cold Stone Creamery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Free Large Round Cake

Comfort Inn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Two Hour Pool Party

Computers & Beyond . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Labeler Machine, Computer Cleanup & Anti-Virus

County Fair . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(2) Certificates for 4 USDA Steaks

Daily Grind . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Coffee Maker, Pound of Coffee & Flavoring

Dairy Queen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(25) Dairy Queen Treat Coupons

Dental Health Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Professional Whitening Package, Dental Exam, Xrays

Dickey’s BBQ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(2) Gift Certificates

Domino’s Pizza . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (6) Large 1 Topping Pizzas

Ecowater . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(2) $25 Gift Certificates

Enterprise . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(3) 1 Weekend Day Rental Certificate

Fabrics Plus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (1) Beginning Quilting Class

Family Video . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(2) $5 Gift Cards

Floor to Ceiling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Area Rug

Fran’s Communications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Wine Cooler/Cellar (Holds 16 Bottles)

Fraunfelder, Doug & JoAnne . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1 Remote Helicopter, 1 Remote Sports Car

Funk, Dana . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 Piano Lessons

Gambler . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(5) $10 Gift Certificates

Graham Tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(3) Oil Change Certificates

Grandview Valley Winery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Winery/Vineyard Tour & Wine Sampling for 8

Great Clips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(2) Certificates

Greenwood Nursery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (2) $25 Gift Certificates

Guthrie Theatre . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 Performance Tickets

Hamilton Funeral Home . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Gift Certificate for a Family DVD Album

Hampton Inn of Minnetonka . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .One Night Stay on the Weekend

Hardee’s . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(15) $5 Gift Certificates

Heartland Eyecare . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$50 Gift Certificate

Henle Printing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$50 Printing Service

Hitching Post . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(4) $25 Gift Certificates

Hoffman & Brobst . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Madrigal Dinner for 6

Home Federal Bank . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Gift Basket & $25 HyVee Gift Card

HyVee . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Grill, $50 Bakery & $50 Floral Certificates

Independent Lumber . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$50 Gift Certificate

Inee’s Alterations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$25 Gift Certificate

Italy Ava . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Kids Backpack & Lunch Box

Jackpot Junction Casino Hotel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .“Pay, Stay & Win” Package

Jim’s Market . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$25 Gift Card

Jossie’s Photography & Junk With Purpose . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Gift Basket

KB’s Bar & Grill . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (2) $20 Gift Certificates

K-Mart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$25 Gift Card

Kristi’s for Women . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Contemporary Vase

Tonights’ AuctionItems purchased at tonight’s auction should be taken with you this evening. Gift certificates will be

available at the registration table on your way out. Payment for auction items may be

made tonight or we can invoice you. Receipts for items purchased will be mailed. All auction

winners will be posted for viewing following the auctions.

Ladies ’ RaffleDon’t miss the opportunity to win an 18 Carat Gold & Silver Smoky Quartz Lorenzo 9mm ring

and matching 10mm pendant with a sterling silver double roll 17” chain. Just $20 per chance.

The value is $720.

Donated by Bremer Bank & Marcotte Jewelry, Ltd.

Heads & Tails GameGet ready to grab your head or your tail for a chance to win the mystery prize! Buy a $5 chance,

get your beads and play the heads and tails game. The lucky winner will walk away with this

year’s “Mystery Prize”.

Emcees & AuctioneerA special thank you tonight to Erin Eichten, SMSU Office of Admission, and Keri Roeller, SMSU

Office of Financial Aid for serving as our emcees. Thank you to Tim Deutz & Troy Deutz for

serving as our auctioneers.

Silent Auction . . .509 Design . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $50 Gift Card

AB Vacuum . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Riccar Supra Quik Vacuum

About Face . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(2) Facial Spa Packages

ACMC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1 Pink 3–Wheeler Trike

ACMC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1 Red 3–Wheeler Trike

Advance Opportunities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$22.50 Car Wash

AmericInn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .One night stay in Fireplace Suite w/ Whirlpool

Andes Tower Hills . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(2) - Lift Tickets

Animal Health Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Matching Purse & Wallet

Anonymous . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Black & White Striped Purse

Anonymous . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Silver Purse with Black Handles

Anonymous . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Pewter Purse

Anonymous . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Blue Chocolate Purse

Anonymous . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Trivets & Glass Bowls

Aramark . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Etiquette Dining Opportunity for 10 Couples with 5 Course Meal

Avera Marshall Regional Medical Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(2) - $25 Gift Shop Certificates

Avon - Syl DeBaere . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Winter Wonderland Centerpiece

B&A Sundance Auto Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (2) Lube/Oil/Filter & (1) Battery

Bank of the West . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1 Box of Golf Balls & 1 Golf Towel

Beverage Wholesalers, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(2) Beer Steins

Big Stone Therapy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (2) Half Hour Massages

Blue Green . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1 Mini Vase per Month for a Year

Blue Green Alterations & Sew On . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$25 Gift Certificate Towards Alterations

Barnes & Noble Campus Store . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Campus Apparel

Borch’s Sporting Goods . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (2) $20 Gift Certificates

Bot Appliance & Electronics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(2) $20 Gift Certificates

Boulton, Mark & Deb . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Wildlife Shadow Box

Brad’s Market . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$30 Gift Certificate

Brau Haus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$10 Gift Certificate, Bottle of Wine & 2 Goblets

Cal & Deb Brink . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Buffalo Meat Package

Bud Rose Flowers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$25 Gift Certificate

Burger King . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$25 Gift Certificate

Cabi, Amy Westermeyer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Blue Charming Jacket

Canby Drug . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$25 Gift Certificate

Cannon River Winery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Wine-Tasting for 4

Canterbury Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .“Day of Races” Package for 4

Casey’s General Store, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(4) $25 Gift Cards

Cattoor Oil Company . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (2) $50 Gift Certificates

Cenex Harvest States – Marshall . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Kindle Fire

Chicken Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(2) $5 Gift Certificates

City Looks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(3) $10 Gift Certificates, Shampoo, Conditioner, Hair Spray

Jorun Ahmann

Tim Alcorn

Samir Amin

Joyce Arends

Marcia Beukelman

Laura Bottin

Carol Bragg

Michael Cheng

Syl DeBaere

Mary De Langhe

Neenah Eben

Erin Eichten

Andrew Feucht

Kim Fier

Doug Fraunfelder

Stacy Frost

Bre Gifford

Kris Gruhot

Heidi Haro

Cyndi Holm

Ashley Johnson

Karen Kaas

Ami Kerr

Erica Flatin

Stacie Mulso

Dennis Nord

Kathy Paxton

Ron Schoephoerster

Basanta Shah

MaryJane Striegel

Wendy Sullivan

Jen Thomas

Traci Toulouse

Mike VanDrehle

LuJane Yackley

UNIVERSITY GALA COMMITTEE

Thank you for attending tonight’s University Gala.

Your support of student scholarships is greatly appreciated

and we hope you have an enjoyable evening.

Thank You . . .

FOUNDATIONSTAFF

Bill Mulso

Jorun Ahmann

Mike VanDrehle

Stacy Frost

Karen Kaas

Brandon Sheffield

LuJane Yackley

FOUNDATION BOARD OF DIRECTORS

PRESIDENTDiane Taylor

1ST VICE PRESIDENTDorene Kronke-McCourt

2ND VICE PRESIDENTRoger Madison

SECRETARy/TREASURERKen Mukomela

PAST PRESIDENTDan Koster

ExECUTIVE DIRECTORBill Mulso

Robert Aufenthie

Kyle Berndt

Julie Bleyhl

Deb Boulton

Carol Bragg

Timothy Burns

Stephen Davis

Bill DeLay

Lee French

Robert Gunther

Sheldon Haaland

Brian Knochenmus

Maren Larson

Marilyn McLaughlin

Mary Meaden

Roger Mohr

Orian Muecke

Ken Mukomela

Kristi Mukomela

Chuck Myrbach

Mike Rich

Bruce Saugstad

Karen Sweetland

Bill Toulouse

Brad Winkelman

Live Auction . . . Live Auction . . .“OUR LEAGUE” FOGARTY PRINT

This highly collectable painting by SMSU Alum, Terrence Fogarty, commemorates the ten teams of the Western Collegiate Hockey

Association through the eyes of an imaginative group of kids on a magical backyard rink. This commemorative piece is a Canvas

Giclée and is one of only twenty-five artist proofs recreated. It is sure to create quite an impression in any living room or den.

Donated by Terrence & Karen Fogarty

ELF AT THE ORDWAYEnjoy the day in beautiful Downtown St. Paul and then be entertained, just in time for the holidays,

by the musical Elf at the Ordway on Saturday, December 15th. One lucky couple will also

receive hotel accommodations at the Crowne Plaza Hotel. If you’ve never seen the lights in

Rice Park during the holidays, this is great opportunity you won’t want to miss.

Donated by SMSU Alumni Association and Intercontinental Hotel Group

and Gary & Jodi Whitney

FUN IN THE SUN POOL PARTYNo need to head to the lake when you can enjoy a fun afternoon in the sun, relaxing in the pool

of Bruce & Deb Mitlyng. Twelve adults will enjoy an afternoon of food and drink, compliments

of the Mitlyngs, in July or August of 2013. Can’t swim? Don’t worry; we can have a lifeguard available.

Donated by Bruce & Deb Mitlyng

2013 UNIVERSITY GALA HEAD TABLEFour couples will enjoy first class service at next year’s University Gala including personal wait staff, complimentary champagne

and prime seating for the night’s activities. Included in this package will be eight tickets to next year’s University Gala on

October 5th.

Donated by SMSU Foundation

BACKYARD BARBEQUE FOR EIGHT COUPLESEight lucky couples will get to relax and enjoy an evening of down home hospitality and award-winning barbeque at the home of

Neil & Stacy Frost. The Sons of Butchers BBQ team of Bill Mulso and Mike Kramer will share their BBQ skills as showcased at

regional Kansas City Barbeque Society competitions. Winners of the prestigious Mustang Territory Award at Smokefest 2012, these

guys are guaranteed to provide a fantastic meal and a fun-filled evening.

Donated by Sons of Butchers BBQ, Bill & Stacie Mulso, Mike & Alecia Kramer, Neil & Stacy Frost

MINNESOTA VIKINGS SUITE & HOTEL PACKAGEEnjoy four suite tickets to the Minnesota Vikings vs. the Motor City Kitties (Detroit Lions) on Sunday, November 11th at Mall of

America Field. These premium tickets include food and beverage in

the suite and are valued at over $700 each. Also included are two rooms at the Minneapolis Hilton on Saturday, November 10th.

Spend some time at the Mall of America and then hop on the light

rail for an easy trip to the game.

Donated by Aramark

TWINS GAME AND HOTEL PACKAGEEnjoy four tickets to two back to back Minnesota Twins regular season games of your choice behind home plate in the

Legends Club at beautiful Target Field. Included is a $300 gift card for the Marriot City Center, a $200 Minnesota Twins

Gift Card and autographed print signed by Twins legend Tony Oliva.

Donated by David & Marlyce Logan and Dr. Mike & Jen Thomas

CLOSING REMARKSPresident Dr. Ron Wood

WHYKNOT CRUISEPlanning a birthday bash, anniversary celebration, block party or office get-together? Take them on a cruise! This Lake Shetek

party vessel accommodates 55 passengers and includes a cash bar, waitress and driver. Also included is transportation for 25

to Lake Shetek aboard the newly renovated “Mustang Buses”, compliments of Brian and Kris Gruhot.

Donated by Key Largo Restaurant & Lounge and Brian & Kris Gruhot

SMSU GALLERY BOARDThis beautiful collage captures some great Southwest moments from years gone by. From SMSC to SSU and now SMSU, this

can be a unique gift for someone special or the perfect addition to your own home or office. This piece is just what you need

for that “Mustang Room” you always wanted.

Donated by Western Printing & the SMSU Foundation

WALL OF WINEThis unique compilation of wines is certain to provide a few evenings of enjoyment. The winning bidder will take home this

wine rack filled with a variety of wines that will appeal to the tastes of most anyone. The wines range in value from $10 to

$50 and are will be a great addition to any collection.

Sponsored by Bruce Mitlyng & the University Gala Committee

CELEBRATE THE HOLIDAYS IN SIOUX FALLSSpend an evening in Sioux Falls with four tickets to the South Dakota Symphony Holiday Collage Concert on December 8;

enjoy a meal at Minerva’s with a $100 gift card, and a reservation for two rooms at the Holiday Inn in Downtown Sioux Falls.

Donated by Wells Fargo

SPA DAY FOR TWOEnjoy a relaxing day of spa treatments for two, compliments of Salon 101. A spa manicure,

pedicure, 30 minute facial, 30 minute massage, style, and make-up application will prepare the

two for a night on the town. During the spa experience, enjoy a catered lunch, compliments of

TK Steakhouse and Pappy’s. This terrific package also includes (2) $50 gift certificates to

TK Steakhouse and Pappy’s to cap off the special day.

Donated by Salon 101 and TK Steakhouse & Pappy’s

MARSHALL GOLF CLUB MEMBERSHIP PACKAGEThis package includes one family golf membership to the Marshall Golf club for 2013, along with a one hour lesson with

MGC Club Professional Ken Bramhall. If the winning bidder is a new membership,

MGC will cover the purchase of necessary stock ($200 value).

Donated by US Bank and Ken Bramhall Golf Shop

GUEST CONDUCTOR FOR THE NIGHTEver wanted to stand up in front of an orchestra and conduct? Here is your opportunity. Tonight’s auction winner will have

the chance to conduct the Southwest Minnesota Orchestra during their performance of “Sleigh Ride” at the 2012 Very Prairie

Christmas Concert on Saturday, December 15th. The winning bidder will also receive four tickets to the evening’s

performance.

Donated by Southwest Minnesota Orchestra