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Lee Ann Grace, assistant dean of international and exchange programs, was honored with the Faculty and Staff Leadership Award on Wednesday evening at the 21st annual President’s Circle Dinner, held at Kleinhans Music Hall.

Stanley Kardonsky, vice president for finance and management, presented Grace with the award for her continuous support of the annual faculty and staff appeal on behalf of the Buffalo State College Foundation. Grace has also provided scholarship funds to students taking part in study-abroad programs.

This year’s event attracted more than 200 guests, the largest number to date. The reception and dinner were followed by the presentation of awards.

President Muriel A. Howard presented the Foundation Leadership by Example Award to William J. Magavern II, whose vision and financial support moved the idea of a new Burchfield-Penney Art Center from concept to reality.

Howard also presented the Individual Philanthropic Leadership Award to James L. Brandys, ’71, ’73. Brandys, who chaired the Endowing the Future campaign, has generously supported Buffalo State both financially and with his time. His personal commitment to the college is outstanding and demonstrated by sustained leadership giving.

Linda Dobmeier, ’71, Buffalo State College Foundation chair, presented the Foundation Leadership Award to the Stockman Family Foundation for its vision and support of the college’s art conservation program.

Brandys presented the Corporate Philanthropic Leadership Award to First Niagara Financial Group. First Niagara provided leadership support to the college’s service learning program, especially the “Mentoring Matters” program that benefits both Buffalo State College and Buffalo Public Schools students.

Invited guests donated to the Buffalo State College Foundation’s 2006–2007 Annual Fund at the President’s Circle level or higher. The faculty and staff appeal also plays an important part in supporting the college. Buffalo State employees can choose which funds to support with their donations this year, the college’s 136th anniversary. Donations may be made through payroll deduction, cash, check, or credit card. To support a program or fund not included on the schools, funds, and departments list, please call the Buffalo State College Foundation at 878-5536.