Temple Grandin, Colorado State University’s renowned animal behaviorist and autism advocate, will receive the 2023 Founders Day Medal, a top university honor launched in 2010 to commemorate CSU’s birthday on Feb. 11.
Seidel, who came to CSU in 1971 and remained an active and contributing member of the College of Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical Sciences until his passing in September 2021, will be awarded the 2022 Founders Day Medal.
To celebrate the founding of CSU, enjoy this special video, featuring students, faculty and a special guest appearance from Gov. Jared Polis.
Everyone on campus is invited to a birthday celebration in the lobby of the Foundry Dining Center at Corbett and Parmelee halls, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m.
Morgan, who was born in 1909, became Colorado A&M’s eighth president in 1949, and managed the transition from Colorado A&M, an agriculture and engineering school, to Colorado State University, a diverse research institution comprising eight colleges.
Meet all those who have been honored with the Colorado State University Founders Day Medal.
One of Albertson's most recognized contributions was his critical role in the formation of the Peace Corps.
The medal was presented to Stryker for her long-term, transformational support of the university’s academic and athletic programs.
The Monfort family was presented with the inaugural CSU Founders Day Medal in honor of their great contributions to the university and their leadership on behalf of CSU and higher education.