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.
Albert Yates, who left a strong, lasting legacy as the 12th president of Colorado State University, will receive the Founders Day Medal on Feb. 11 as CSU celebrates its 149th birthday.
Founders Day at the state Capitol is not just an opportunity for legislators to have breakfast with top CSU officials like President Tony Frank. It’s also a chance for them to mingle with a group of young people in a program unlike any other in the state: CSU students who serve as legislative interns.