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Highlights about this year's 8th Annual Alumni Hall of Fame Gala
The Housatonic Community College Foundation, in celebration of its commitment to supporting students in reaching their academic goals, announces the date of its 8th Annual Alumni Hall of Fame Gala. On Saturday, November 19, 2016 nearly 350 area residents, supporters and community leaders will attend a spectacular evening of cocktails, dinner and inspiration on the Housatonic Community College campus, located at 900 Lafayette Blvd. in Bridgeport.
With a theme of Stay Close, Go Far, the evening will present fascinating guest speakers and recognize HCC alumni who have achieved outstanding success and made an exceptional impact on their community.
This year's guest speakers include:
Peter Werth III - Founder and director of Himalaya Currents, a Connecticut based non-profit organization created to manage energy and education projects in Dolpa, Nepal. The organization is currently working on several water and irrigation projects, as well as power generation projects to bring green technology solutions to this fragile environment. Additionally, Himalaya Currents worked with students at the Academy of Engineering and Green Technology in Hartford, CT to design and build alternative power systems for three villages in Nepal. These solar and wind turbine systems now bring power to schools and a birthing center in those communities, and a new project is in the works for this school year. Peter has a BA in Political Science from the University of Connecticut and has over 20 years experience in the generic pharmaceutical development and manufacturing industry.
Sonia Manzano - For over 30 years, Emmy Award-winning performer Sonia Manzano inspired, educated, and delighted children and families as "Maria" on Sesame Street. Named among the 25 Greatest Latino Role Models Ever by Latina Magazine, Manzano broke ground as one of the first Hispanic characters on national television. Throughout her career, she has continued to contribute to enriching diversity on television, on the stage, and in the educational realm. A first generation American of Latin descent, Manzano's tale is one of perseverance and courage as she overcame countless obstacles to become one of the most influential Latinas in television. She will share her story of overcoming obstacles chronicled in her recent memoir, Becoming Maria: Love and Chaos in the South Bronx.
Proceeds from the event will benefit the Housatonic Community College Foundation, which helps to finance the education of deserving students enrolled in HCCs Associate Degree and Certificate programs through program and scholarship support.
Tickets options include:
Reserved Seating Ticket: $250
Ticket includes: cocktail hour, dinner, photo-op with guest speakers and award presentation
Reserved Table of 10: $2,500
Table tickets include: 10 reserved seating tickets at private table, all guest will enjoy cocktail hour, dinner, photo-op with guest speakers and award presentation
*Please note that all sales are final for table purchases.
All tickets include 1 entry into the grand prize drawing of the evening - 2 JetBlue round-trip tickets
Thank you to our generous 2016 sponsors:
Platinum
Bigelow Tea
Gold
Pullman & Comley LLC
Hearst CT Media Group
Silver
jetBlue
Reynolds and Rowella LLP
People's United Bank
Premier Graphics
Bronze
ANTINOZZI ASSOCIATES
M&T Bank
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LocationHousatonic Community College - Beacon Hall Events Center (View)
900 Lafayette Blvd
Bridgeport, CT 06605
United States
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| Minimum Age: 21 |
| Kid Friendly: No |
| Dog Friendly: No |
| Non-Smoking: Yes! |
| Wheelchair Accessible: Yes! |
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