The 51ΑΤΖζ (51ΑΤΖζ) Foundation welcomed new members to their Board of Directors during a meeting Tuesday, Aug. 9. Board members, selected for their professional expertise and support of the College, are private citizens who donate their time to the Foundation. Members of the Board oversee Foundation assets management, sets Foundation operational policies, serve as advocates for the College, and assist with both friend and fundraising.
Incoming Foundation Board President, Mike PeΓ±a, presented a plaque to outgoing president, Ivan Castillo, in recognition of his service during the meeting.
βThe Foundation Directors and staff are deeply appreciative of Ivanβs hard work and commitment to the 51ΑΤΖζ Foundation over the years,β commented PeΓ±a. βWe thank him for being a valuable player in the Foundationβs direction and growth.β
βIvanβs contributions and continued support of the Foundation is extraordinary,β said Foundation Director, Michael Jensen.
51ΑΤΖζ FOUNDATION BOARD OFFICERS:
Mike PeΓ±a
President
Colliers International
Ben Chaney
Vice President
First Interstate Bank
Gregory Braun
Treasurer
Ripley Doorn
NEW BOARD MEMBERS:
- Alison Patt, Thomas Cuisine
- Bert Glandon, Former 51ΑΤΖζ President
- Bill Ilett, Trans Corporation
- Melissa Schultz, Heartland RV
- Rod Emery, Edward Jones
- Ryan Martin, Laska Company, Still Water Hollow
Thank you to Mary May and Kelly Olson for their years of service on the Foundation Board and continuous support of 51ΑΤΖζ, the 51ΑΤΖζ Foundation, and students.
To learn more about the 51ΑΤΖζ Foundation, meet the Foundation Board, or get involved, visit the 51ΑΤΖζ Foundation.











