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"At the age of 50, A&M-Corpus Christi is just a teenager among the universities in the country," says John Chapman, Wave of the Future Capital Campaign Chair. "We may be young, but we are very precocious." Seen here with other members of the leadership committee, Chapman (far right) leads the applause at the unveiling of the $15 million goal at the Wave of the Future Gala. Next to Chapman is keynote speaker for the event Edward Muñoz, president of Global Technical Polyester Business Unit, Hoechst-Trevira, who stressed the global value of A&M-Corpus Christi. |
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Among University supporters who have made generous gifts to the campaign are Ed Harte, former publisher of the Corpus Christi Caller-Times, and his wife, Janet. The couple gave $1 million to Texas A&M-Corpus Christi in the form of an unrestricted gift. "Ed and Janet Harte's generosity has enabled us to launch a highly successful campaign," says John Chapman, campaign chair. Steve Sullivan (left), publisher of the Caller-Times, announced the gift at the Gala. |
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"Texas A&M-Corpus Christi has surprised many with its growth since 1991. Having been involved with the University leadership, I am pleased to take a leading role in the Wave of the Future campaign, which is designed to brighten the future of all citizens in our region."--Berto Guerra of SBC, chair of the corporate and foundations division of the Capital Campaign. |
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Campaign leader and Texas A&M-Corpus Christi Foundation board member Rosie Garza announced the Selena Memorial Scholarship Endowment for students in music and the performing arts at the Wave of the Future Gala. The scholarship was made possible by a gift from the Selena Foundation. "Selena's dream was education," said Garza. "We now have the scholarships to fulfill her dreams and through the endowment many students will be able to learn about music and fulfill their dreams. |
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Corpus Christi Mayor-emeritus Luther Jones and his wife, Dorothy, (left) greet San Antonio leaders and University friends Henry and Julie Muñoz at the Wave of the Future Gala. |
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"Harris Kaffie, president of the Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi Foundation, greets Cindy Kroeger, chair of the Capital Campaign arts division, at the Wave of the Future Gala. |
Wave of the Future Campaign Leadership and Community Leaders of Special Note
