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Message from the Chair . . . . 2

The Legacy of Fred Lahm . . . 3

CCC’s Scholarships . . . . . . . 4

Bertolini Student Center . . . . 5

President’s Circle . . . . . . . . 7

Charitable IRA Rollover . . . . 8

New Board Members . . . . . 9

Bridging the Doyle . . . . . . 10

Shone Farm Winery . . . . . 11

SRJC’s Events . . . . . . . . . 12

2SRJC FOUNDATION NEWSLETTER • WINTER 2009 • www.santarosa.edu/foundation

Dear SRJC Supporters, Alumni and Friends,

On behalf of the members of the Board of Directors of the Santa Rosa Junior College Foundation, I extend our warmest wishes for a happy and healthy holiday season. Especially, at this time of year, we are reminded of the many reasons why we love living in Sonoma County and of the ties that bind us to this wonderful community.

For me, the most enriching experiences in life are those that make a positive impact on others. As Chair of the SRJC Foundation Board, I have seen how people’s lives are significantly changed when they are given direct access to the educational opportunities that SRJC offers through scholarships and other gifts.

The SRJC Foundation Board meets six times a year, and since I have served as Chair we have held our meetings and events at SRJC’s Shone Farm, Public Safety Training Center, Pepperwood Preserve, Culinary Café and the Petaluma and Santa Rosa campuses. Across these sites we witnessed firsthand how emergency medical technicians, paramedics, firefighters, and police officers are trained to respond to the safety needs of our community. We tasted fine food prepared by student chefs using produce raised by Shone Farm students. We’ve heard an array of remarkable success stories from faculty and staff about how SRJC students advance academically and move on to relevant careers in fields ranging from business to agriculture. Students have also shared with us their unique perspectives about their outstanding SRJC experiences and how high quality academic and job training prepares them to succeed in the workplace or successfully transfer to four-year institutions.

More than 36,000 students enroll each semester at SRJC for classes offered at the two campuses and dozens of other centers and sites. With more than 52,000 students attending annually, SRJC is the third largest “city” in Sonoma County. About 11 percent of Sonoma County’s population takes advantage of SRJC’s academic and career preparation programs. As one of the premier community colleges in the state and among the top 20 in the nation, Santa Rosa Junior College’s impact on our community is immeasurable.

I hope you enjoy this new version of our online newsletter, JC Connect. This inaugural issue features the remarkable legacy of Fred Lahm and how his thoughtful gift will continue to assist students for generations to come, the newly constructed Lawrence A. Bertolini Student Services Center and its namesake, former Trustee and “voice of the Bear Cubs” Larry Bertolini, as well as the exciting announcement about the first release of “Shone Farm Chardonnay,” which was handcrafted in small lots by SRJC students enrolled in SRJC’s Wine Studies Program.

As you can see, there is so much at Santa Rosa Junior College to spotlight! I especially thank our valued donors and friends for your unwavering support of the college throughout the years.

Pam Chanter , President/SRJC Foundation Board of Directors

Message from the Chair

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Before Fred Lahm passed away in February 2008, he made provisions for an extraordinary legacy to SRJC students – a $3.5M gift that is the single largest contribution to benefit the college in SRJC’s 91-year history. He had been one of SRJC’s most notable alumni and a staunch supporter.

In 1985, the Lahm family became interested in SRJC when Mr. Lahm’s brother, Charles, began discussing family estate planning with his mother and Fred. “The three of us agreed to create a family memorial scholarship fund,” Charles said. “My mother made the first contribution to start funding the endowment. The family’s involvement with SRJC continued and Fred and I made a series of donations to the college over the years.”

Charles Lahm felt a strong connection to the college and was happy to direct his family’s giving to SRJC. “I’ve often said that the two happiest years of my life were at the junior college. I made lifelong friends here and Fred obviously had favorable feelings even though he only attended for one year. Fred left a nice legacy that will be an impressive reminder of his commitment to SRJC for a long time to come.”

After graduating from Santa Rosa High School in 1941, Fred Lahm attended SRJC and later put himself through the University of California at Berkeley by working nights. When he graduated from UC, he worked in the personnel department of the State of California. Mr. Lahm retired after a 25-year career with the state and returned to Santa Rosa to be near his family, including his mother, Christine, father Fred Sr., and brother Charles.

F. and C. Lahm Family Memorial Vocational Scholarship Recipient Dolores Perryman is one of many SRJC students to benefit from this fund. “I’m in the Nursing Program and expect to graduate and become a Registered Nurse in December 2010. This scholarship is invaluable, especially in tough economic times. Without it, I could not have continued in school. You can’t put a price tag on such support. It means the world to me.” Ms. Perryman plans to continue her studies at the University of San Francisco in a combined program that enables students to receive BSN and MSN degrees in just over a two-year period.

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The Legacy of Fred Lahm

Fred Lahm enjoying one of

his pastimes in Las Vegas .

Dolores Perryman,

speaking at the 2009 Circle

of Honor Scholarship

Awards Ceremony .


Santa Rosa Junior College is the first among California’s 110 community colleges to fulfill its fundraising goal of $887,307 for the California Community Colleges Scholarship Endowment challenge. SRJC achieved its objective with the help of a generous bequest from the estate of Fred R. Lahm. Fred and his brother, Charles, established the F&C Lahm Family Memorial Scholarship Fund at SRJC in 1989. Charles Lahm was instrumental in directing a portion of his brother’s estate gift to the California Community Colleges Scholarship Endowment and for naming the awards program the “Osher/Lahm Scholarships.”

“In our time of need, we have been given a remarkable opportunity by Fred and Charles Lahm and the Bernard Osher Foundation,” said SRJC Superintendent/President Dr. Robert F. Agrella. “We are truly grateful to these men for their vision

SRJC First in State To Reach CCC’s Fundraising Challenge

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and support of education in California’s community colleges. With the soaring costs associated with attending college and more students seeking scholarship support, the matched contribution total of $1.77 million will provide approximately $88,500 annually for Osher/Lahm scholars.”

The California Community Colleges Scholarship Endowment was established to support student success and create learning opportunities through a permanent statewide scholarship fund. The historic $50 million commitment from The Bernard Osher Foundation will create a $100 million endowment to provide scholarships for thousands of California students each year.


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Focal Point of Campus Life The new Lawrence A. Bertolini Student Services Center offers a supportive environment where students can find almost everything needed to achieve their college goals. Scheduled for completion in December with occupancy expected during the first quarter of 2010, this attractive three-story facility centralizes a number of essential student services previously located throughout the Santa Rosa Campus. It is home for a new a cafeteria, student clubs, a counseling center, the Career and Transfer Center and other services designed to aid students with their transition from college to the workforce.

The 72,000 sq. ft. structure, built at a cost of $40 million, blends seamlessly with the adjacent Frank P. Doyle Library, completed in 2006, and Pioneer Hall, the first building constructed on campus in 1931. Shaded by mature heritage oaks, these three structures surround the main campus quad. This center is directly across the street from the recently renovated Plover Hall, home of admissions and records, financial aid, the scholarship center, veterans affairs, assessment and testing, as well as new student program services and the cashier’s office.

The Lawrence A. Bertolini Student Services CenterStudent Services Center Honors Former Trustee Lawrence A. Bertolini was a member of SRJC’s Board of Trustees for 17 years, including two terms as Board President. He devoted a lifetime of service to the college and the community beginning in 1948 when he first enrolled as a student and later when he became active in student government and many other college activities. He was the cofounder of SRJC’s Alumni & Friends Association, the popular annual open house for the community (Day Under the Oaks), and was the “voice of the Bear Cubs” at numerous athletic

events for more than 50 years. Mr. Bertolini is also a community leader, distinguished businessman and owner of the Western Farm Center.

For his many contributions to SRJC, he was the recipient of the prestigious President’s Medallion in 1999 and was recognized by the Associated Students, an organization that

established the Larry Bertolini Scholarship program in his honor. In addition, the Santa Rosa Junior College Foundation established the Lawrence A. Bertolini Student Center Endowment to help sustain student success. Donors to the endowment fund play an essential role in SRJC’s efforts to support students as they work to achieve their educational and career preparation goals.


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Naming opportunities are available on each floor of the new Lawrence A. Bertolini Student Services Center. Contributions of $1,000 or more will be recognized on the center’s donor wall.

First Floor: Dining Activities and LeadershipDining Commons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $250,000

Center for Student Leadership. . . . . . . . . . . $100,000

Main Building Lobby. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $100,000

Senate Chambers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $50,000

Bear’s Den Patio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $10,000

Outdoor Plaza South. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $10,000

Second Floor: Classrooms, Counseling Services and Administrative Offices

Media Enhanced Classroom (northwest). . . . . $25,000

Conference Rooms (2). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $25,000 ea.

Third Floor: Career Development and Transfer, Puente Project and MESA, CalWorks and Offices

Career Development & Transfer Center . . . . $100,000

Conference Room . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $25,000

For more information about the variety of ways to give to the center’s endowment fund, contact:

Kate McClintock, Executive Director, SRJC Foundation (707) 527-4797, [email protected] or

Rachael Cutcher, Constituent Relations Manager, SRJC Foundation (707) 527-4970, [email protected]. NOTE: Naming rights have been reserved for other areas of the center not listed above.

NAMINg CAMPAIgN LEADERSHIP COMMITTEE

Larry Bertolini

B. Robert Burdo

Rick Call

Peggy Call

Pam Chanter

Robert Flores

Curt groninga

Charles Lahm

Al Maggini

Connie Mahoney

Pat & Bill Pedersen

Christine Pedroncelli

Evelyn Pollard

William Race

Don Zumwalt

STEERINg COMMITTEERicardo Navarrette, Vice President, Student Services & Assistant Superintendent

Martin Lee Dean, Counseling & Support Services

Robert Ethington Director, Student Affairs & New Student Programs

Kate McClintock Executive Director SRJC Foundation

Rachael Cutcher Constituent Relations Manager SRJC Foundation

Your Name Can Become A Key Part of This Center

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SRJC FOUNDATION NEWSLETTER • WINTER 2009 • www.santarosa.edu/foundation

Donations to the President’s Circle enable the SRJC Foundation to raise funds for scholarships for deserving students, support for academic programs and essential needs of the college. By becoming a member of the President’s Circle, you can literally change the lives of students and create a learning legacy that will endure for years to come. Financial contributions to the SRJC Foundation support the development of the North Bay workforce by assisting students with tuition, textbooks and other college fees.

The SRJC Foundation actively seeks new opportunities to partner with local businesses to provide the knowledge and skills training needed for students to become successful in the workplace.

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The SRJC Foundation extends its deep appreciation to the many donors who contributed to the President’s Circle fund during the 2008-09 fiscal year.

You can play a significant role in transforming lives by becoming a member of the President’s Circle. It is easy and convenient to donate online. Simply go online to: https://www.santarosa.edu/foundation/ways_of_giving/giftnow.shtml or for more information contact the SRJC Foundation at (707) 527-4348.

Changing Lives and Creating a Learning Legacy

“My support of the President’s Circle sets an example and a

challenge to others. My contribution proves that even a run

of the mill person such as Wil Craig has a role to play in our

SRJC. Another factor is that I am confident that every dime goes

toward my life time goal of education of young people. Finally,

this support has a personal meaning to me because I have enjoyed

a talking relationship with each of our SRJC presidents.”

-Wil Craig


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oPPorTUnITy enDs December 31

If you are age 70½ or older and would like to support your favorite charity by the end of this year, consider a Charitable IRA Rollover which permits taxpayers to make donations directly to charitable organizations from their IRA accounts without paying taxes on the amounts transferred.

Five Groups Can Benefit By Making an IRA GiftDonors - who do not depend on their required minimum distributions for income and are interested in making a tax advantaged gift.

TaxPayers - who don’t itemize tax deductions can benefit the most. Nearly two-thirds of Americans do not itemize deductions on their annual income tax returns and, therefore, do not receive a tax benefit for their charitable contributions.

ITemIzIng TaxPayers - who have reached the 50 percent of Adjusted Gross Income (AGI) limit for charitable gifts allowed by law can benefit since donations from an IRA are excluded from the standard percentage restriction.

TaxPayers - those who see their tax deductions decrease as their income increases can benefit since several federal tax deductions (dependent and personal exemption deductions, along with deductions for medical expenses and non-business casualty losses, for example) become smaller as a taxpayer’s income increases. By making charitable donations from an IRA, taxpayers keep their annual income down and may qualify for other tax deductions.

QUalIfIeD charITIes – such as the SRJC Foundation depend upon significant gifts to help support the ongoing and growing needs of the college and its students. Don’t wait! Both you and SRJC can benefit from a timely IRA rollover donation before December 31, 2009.

For more information, contact Kate McClintock or Rachael Cutcher at (707) 527-4797. NOTE: While the potential benefits of an IRA year-end donation are considerable, there is a donation limit. Your total combined charitable

IRA rollover contribution cannot exceed $100,000. Charitable contributions from an IRA totaling more than $100,000 will not be eligible for tax free treatment and will be counted as part of your annual gross income.

There is Still Time to Consider a Charitable IRA Rollover


The SRJC Foundation is pleased to welcome the following new members of the Board of Directors. Each individual offers valuable skills and experience that will enhance the work of the board and the mission of the foundation.

Tom mcgInley is a financial advisor with Edward Jones Investment Services in Santa Rosa. Mr. McGinley is a member of the Santa Rosa Suburban Kiwanis Club and served for many years on the YMCA board and capital campaign committee. He is also a member of the SRJC Foundation Planned Giving Committee.

margo o’brIen has worked professionally with corporations including Intel, Desktop Products and Smartlogic in numerous international locations. Ms. O’Brien has extensive knowledge and experience in finance and strategic planning and is currently involved in portfolio management in the U.S. and U.K. She attended Analy High School and SRJC, earned a bachelor’s degree in business from California State University in Sacramento and a master’s degree from London Business School. She resides in Carlsbad, California and Massagno, Switzerland.

norm owen is a local attorney with the law firm of McMillan & Shureen, LLP. Mr. Owen served as a Rotary International past Governor and President; Rotary Club of Santa Rosa, past President; State of California Committee on the Employment of People with Disabilities; Sonoma County Museum; Santa Rosa Symphony, Railroad Square Property Owners and Merchants Association; and SRJC Foundation Ag Trust event committee.

charles reIchel, of Healdsburg is a Certified Public Accountant and owner of Reichel Vineyards. Prior to establishing his own firm, Mr. Reichel worked five years as in-house Accountant for Hewlett Packard Corp, and is actively involved in the Healdsburg community and in the Alexander Valley through a number of service organizations. He served four years as an Officer in the U.S. Air Force.

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The Foundation’s Board of Directors extends its gratitude to the following individuals who retired from the board after many years of dedicated service and support of Santa Rosa Junior College:

Walter Bragdon (2003-2009) Kent Seegmiller (2006-2009)

Kirk Veale (2005-2009) Nelson Weller (2006-2009)

george s. Payne

The SRJC Foundation extends its condolences to the family of george S. Payne, DDS, who passed away on September 12, 2009. Dr. Payne, a retired dentist with a practice in Santa Rosa, was a past Chairman of the Santa Rosa Junior College Foundation. He is survived by Marilyn, his wife of 53 years, daughter Janice, sons Warren, John, Brian, and nine grandchildren.

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Bridging the Doyle Raises Funds for Scholarships Over 420 community residents and business leaders donated more than $281,000 to bridge the gap left by the temporary loss of the Frank P. Doyle Scholarship Fund during the “Bridging the Doyle” campaign. More than 521 eligible students from local high schools received a $425 scholarship to SRJC this fall. Donations received after the distribution deadline will be offered to students in the spring 2010. To make a gift in support of SRJC students, please visit http://www.santarosa.edu/bridging-the-doyle.

Petaluma Campus Renovation CompleteThe formal dedication ceremony of Phase R of the Petaluma Campus took place on Friday, September 18, 2009, celebrating the completion of the renovation projects of the original campus buildings.

KaThleen Doyle hall Kathleen Doyle served on the Board of Trustees between 1994 and 2005. The extensive renovations to Kathleen Doyle Hall greatly expanded Student Services areas, including new Counseling and Financial Aid.

carole l. ellIs aUDITorIUm Carole L. Ellis served on the Board of Trustees from 1992 to 2004. The Ellis facility includes 5,100 square feet of space converted from the former campus library into a spectacular 257-seat lecture hall and cultural venue with extensive technological capabilities, such as active distance learning and teleconferencing, cinema, small theater, and musical performance space with superb acoustics.

John m. Jacobs hall John Jacobs served on the Board of Trustees from 1969 to 1985. Students Services are now conveniently located in Jacobs Hall, including expanded space for Admissions and Records, Cashiers and Accounting, Assessment, a new Career/Transfer Resource Center, the Disability Resources Office, and Work Experience.

Naming opportunities are available for the Santa Rosa Junior College Petaluma Campus. All contributions of $1,000 or more will be recognized on a donor wall of honor located in the administration lobby. For more information about the variety of ways to make a named or other type of endowment gift, please contact: Kate McClintock, Executive Director, SRJC Foundation, (707) 527-4797 [email protected]

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Bridging the Doyle�rough Community Support

For Student Scholarships at SRJC!

A Legacy Beyond Measure“... to establish

scholarships for worthy young men and women attending Santa Rosa Junior College...”Frank P. Doyle

With the temporary loss of the Doyle Scholarship in 2008, many students who deserve awards will not receive scholarship funds to attend Santa Rosa Junior College. Until the Doyle Scholarship is restored, the help of the Sonoma County community is badly needed to help 2,000 deserving high school seniors - Class of 2009 - to attend SRJC this fall.

For six decades more than $76 million from the Frank P. Doyle Trust provided Doyle Scholarships to over 120,000 SRJC students. To continue this remarkable legacy, we urge you to be a part of the “Bridging the Doyle” campaign so the dreams of our graduates do not disappear.

When you join with members of our community to send your donation, the combined funds will create scholarships for thousands of SRJC students. Mail your check to:

SRJC Foundation, 1501 Mendocino Avenue Santa Rosa, CA 95401-4395 You Can Also Donate Online at: www.santarosa.edu/bridgingthedoyleSRJC Foundation: (707) 527-4348

www.santarosa.edu/bridgingthedoyle


The Shone Farm Winery became a bonded facility under federal law in September 2008. Located in the Warren g. Dutton Agricultural Pavilion at SRJC’s Shone Farm, the winery issued its first vintage release this fall, a 2008 Chardonnay from the renowned Russian River Valley.

This initial release of only 24 cases is just the beginning, according to Pavilion Manager Chris Wills. “In the future we plan to expand operations to include Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot Noir, Syrah and Zinfandel varietal offerings. Our Chardonnay had to pass a review by a tasting panel comprised of local industry representatives. We are considering a suggested retail price of $28.00 per bottle.”

Hand crafted in small lots by students enrolled in the SRJC Wine Studies Program, this first release uses the best premium grapes harvested at Shone Farm. The final cuvee will be bottled and distributed displaying the new Shone Farm label designed by a SRJC student in the Applied graphics Department. The Wine Studies Program at SRJC has 700 students, the largest program in the Agriculture Department.

The first release of Shone Farm Chardonnay will be available at both Traverso’s and Willie’s Markets before Christmas. In addition, a distribution plan for Shone Farm wine is under consideration by other local retailers, including TeeJay Markets, Pacific Market, and Oliver’s. A release party is also being planned in spring 2010.

For more information, contact Chris Wills, Pavilion Manager, at (707) 887-8220 or inquire online at: [email protected].

AG TRUST: Shone Farm Winery Announces First Release

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JC Connect is a quarterly newsletter produced by the Office of Public Relations for The Santa Rosa Junior College Foundation to highlight development activities and news including activities of Santa Rosa Junior College. If you have comments or suggestions, please contact: Editor, JC Connect, Santa Rosa Junior College, Public Relations Office, 1501 Mendocino Avenue, Santa Rosa, CA 95401, call (707) 527-4266, Fax (707) 521-7978, or visit us on-line at http://www.santarosa.edu.

Susan Bagby Matthews, Public Relations Manager, Editor Mike garcÍa, graphic Designer, Publications Coordinator Contributors: Kate McClintock, Rachael Cutcher and gary Quackenbush

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BOARD OF DIRECTORS 2009-2010

Pam Chanter, Chair

Susan Nelson,Vice Chair

Robert Agrella, Secretary

Douglas Roberts,Treasurer

John g. Balletto

Don Chigazola

george Dutton

Don Edgar

Elizabeth Jovel

Deirdre Kruse

Tom Mcginley

James Mitchell

John O’Brien

Margo O’Brien

Norm Owen

Andy Ramos

Charles Reichel

Andy Schexnaydre

Tawny Tesconi

James Wieschendorff

Paul Yeomans

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