November 22, 2005 – Shirley Luna

Gala to honor major donors

The 17th annual Gala honoring major donors to Stephen F. Austin State University is scheduled for Saturday, Dec. 10, at the Fredonia Hotel and Convention Center in Nacogdoches.

Gala festivities will begin at 6 p.m. with a reception, followed by a formal dinner and special presentations at 7 p.m.

Entertainment will be provided by the Tom Houston Orchestra and New Orleans-based Sha’on & The Girls.

Dr. Thomas Houston has been a member of the SFA faculty since 1967. His orchestra is devoted to keeping “Big Band” music alive and has performed throughout the Southwest and the western Caribbean.

Single ticket prices are $160 for orchestra seating and $110 for ballroom seating.

Proceeds from the Gala, which is sponsored by the SFASU Foundation, will help build the permanent endowment created by the foundation to honor faculty achievement. As a commitment to excellence, this continually growing endowment recognizes innovation and excellence in teaching, research and service.

To purchase tickets for the Gala or for additional information, contact the SFA Office of Advancement at (936) 468-2114.