You might not know CSU Athletics historian John Hirn (B.A., ’93) personally, but you have been able to experience a CSU tradition or memory because of him. On November 29, Hirn went from historian to history maker when he rang the Old Main Bell.
When Colonel Steve Ray (B.A., ’71) transferred to CSU in his junior year, he had no idea he would experience some of the most tumultuous times in campus history. That experience would inspire him to return to campus later in life to help support ROTC cadets and alumni. On November 15, Col. Ray will ring the Old Main Bell for the Bronze Boot Game and in honor of Veteran’s Day.
On Jan. 2, 2024, Marissa Rogers (B.A., ’14) made a New Year’s resolution to apply to be a contestant on her favorite gameshow – Wheel of Fortune. Less than a month later she was not only in the studio and on the show, but headed to the Bonus Round.
Throughout her time at CSU, Reham Abdunabi (B.A., ’24) has been a strong proponent of student leadership and advocacy. That’s just one of the reasons why she’s been named this years recipient of the Albert C. Yates Student Leadership Award.
The final Old Main Bell ringer of the football season was none other than Vice President for Student Affairs Dr. Blanche Hughes (M.E.D., ’84; Ph.D., ’95), who helped CSU celebrate Senior Day on November 18. The day was made even more special when the Rams solidly defeated Nevada.
Ellie Martinez (B.S., ’23) is a soon-to-be new alumna who truly shows what it means to live the values that makes Colorado State University great. She’s also this year’s Albert C. Yates Award winner and newest CSU Alumni Association Life Member.
