To conclude the series of opening events for Austin Hall, donors were invited for a dinner and celebration on Nov. 14th. The Jon Masterson Family Marketplace and the Bailey Family classroom were transformed to seat more than 200 donors, alumni and friends for a dinner and evening program.
Austin Hall was funded by $30+ million in private gifts plus $20 million in state bonds, with $10 million donated by Ken Austin and his late wife Joan; and $6 million donated by the Al and Pat Reser family. More than 450 additional gifts were made to fund the new home for the College of Business.
Dean Ilene Kleinsorge with Ken Austin '53President Ed Ray addresses the donors at the beginning of the programLead donors Ken Austin '53 and Pat Reser '60 are presented with a gift.Steve Johnson admires the Abacus in Austin Hall.Dean Kleinsorge with Bernie Newcomb '65 and Gerry MarshallDean Kleinsorge shares a light moment with lead donors Ken Austin '53 and Pat Reser '60.John Stirek '82 with his daughter Alexa, a junior in psychology.Dean Ilene Kleinsorge gives a toast during dinner.The Jon Masterson Family Marketplace transformed for fine dining.
