The University Foundation is hosting its sixth annual Scholarship Gala on March 3, 2018, honoring Western New Mexico University’s 125th Anniversary with an “1893” Victorian-themed event. Guests are encouraged to embrace the Victorian period of dress or wear black-tie apparel for an evening of fine dining, dancing and entertainment. It’s not too late to make a reservation.
The Scholarship Gala begins at 6 p.m. in historic Graham Gym on campus. The evening will include a Victorian-inspired six-course meal, silent auction, complimentary bar and dancing to the live music of the Diamond Empire Band.
“Each year, this event brings our community and Western New Mexico University leaders together for an evening of camaraderie and support of our deserving students, raising funds for private scholarships. This year we are celebrating 125 years of serving our students and recognizing the work the University Foundation is accomplishing by building a culture of philanthropy” said Jodi Edens-Crocker, University Foundation Executive Director.
“The University Foundation is thankful to Luminaria as our band sponsor, Lawley Toyota of Silver City as the favor sponsor, and First American Bank, First New Mexico Bank, Hidalgo Medical Services, W & N Enterprises, Terrazas Funeral Chapels and Town of Silver City as table sponsors,” Edens-Crocker said.
Reservations are $150 per person or $1,000 for a table of eight. WNMU Alumni can make single reservations for $125. Payments and reservations must be made in advance by calling 575-538-6310, or in person at the Western New Mexico University Foundation Office in Hunter Hall on the WNMU campus.