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April 2004

2004 Distinguished Alumni Announced

Dr. James L. Voss, former dean of the College of Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, is among the individuals selected to receive the 2004 Colorado State University Distinguished Alumni Award.

Dr. Voss has long played an important role in the growth and success of the College. He began his career at Colorado State in 1958 as an instructor in the Department of Clinical Sciences, after graduating from the University with his Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree. He also received his bachelor's of science degree from the University, as well as his master's of science. He worked as an equine ambulatory clinician, conducting farm calls with students, and attending to horses and livestock. During that time, he also made the personal connections that would later help him garner political and popular support for the progressive programs that were to be initiated at the College of Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical Sciences.

Dr. Voss progressed from an instructor and equine practitioner to assistant professor and associate professor, coordinator of large animal medicine in the Department of Clinical Sciences, professor and assistant head of that department, and eventually took over leadership of clinical sciences in 1975. When the time came to appoint a new dean, Dr. Voss had the support of the Colorado State faculty and leaders in the Colorado agricultural industry. Dr. Voss served as dean of the College from 1986 to 2001, when he retired from the College. Today, he continues to be a champion of the College and donates his time and energies as a goodwill ambassador.

Dr. Voss and his fellow award recipients will be honored at the 2004 Distinguished Alumni Awards Dinner on May 7. Tickets may be purchased by calling the Office of Alumni Relations at 491-6533. The cost is $50/seat or tables of 10 for $500. The event will take place at the Fort Collins Marriott Hotel, 350 E. Horsetooth Road, 5:30 p.m. cocktail reception; 6:30 p.m. dinner; program immediately following. Reservations must be made on or before April 28.

Other recipients of the 2004 Distinguished Alumni Awards include: William E. Morgan Alumni Achievement Award - Reginald L. Washington, M.D. '71
Charles A. Lory Public Service Award - Lowell H. Watts '41
Jim and Nadine Henry Award - Mr. Donald L. Svedman '60
Albert C. Yates Student Leadership Award - Mr. Jesse E. Lauchner '04
Distinguished Graduate of the Last Decade Award - Ms. Dana Hughes '98
Distinguished Cooperative Extension Award - Hazel Gardner Distinguished Faculty Award - Nancy K. Hartley, PhD
Distinguished Athletic Award - Mr. & Mrs. Dale R. Carlson
Special Recognition Award - Logan County Alumni Chapter

College Honor Awards:
College of Agricultural Sciences - Mr. Randall P. Blach '80
College of Applied Human Sciences - Mr. Wayne S. Lindholm '75
College of Business - Mr. Jan R. Horsfall '82
College of Engineering - Mr. Rex W. Sjostrom '52 & '56
College of Liberal Arts - Mr. James Benemann '78
College of Natural Resources - Thomas A. Shepherd, PhD '74 & '79
College of Natural Sciences - Dr. Margaret A. Chesney '73 & '75
College of Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical Sciences - James L. Voss, DVM '58 & '65