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Retired Banker Randall Hampton Honored at CSU Gala
CHICAGO (NOVEMBER 25, 2008)— Retired Chicago bank executive Randall C. Hampton was honored by the Chicago State University Foundation at the Friends of CSU Awards Gala, Thursday, November 20, at the Hyatt Regency Chicago. Hampton, a former LaSalle Bank Executive Vice President of Institutional Trust, was honored for his contributions to both the CSU community and the city of Chicago. In addition to his staunch support of CSU’s pharmacy and nursing programs, Hampton has mentored several CSU students in the health sciences, and serves as an advocate for healthy communities in Chicago.
“As a member of the CSU Foundation Board, Randall has supported our University for many years and we are grateful for his generosity,” said Chicago State University Interim President Dr. Frank G. Pogue. “As a member of the CSU Foundation Board, Randall has supported our University for many years and we are grateful for his generosity.”
Presenting the award with Dr. Pogue was Cordell Reed, chairman of the Chicago State University Foundation. Serving as mistress of ceremonies was Darlene Hill, three-time Emmy award winner for Fox News Chicago. CSU student Nadege Kadis presented the student address and CSU graduate Kara Scott served as the alumni speaker. Scott is a Geographical Information Systems Specialist in the Radiological Emergency Preparedness Division of the Federal Emergency Management Administration.
The Gala raises funds to support scholarships, infrastructure and technology enhancements that benefit the entire campus community. This year’s theme, “Investing in the Future of Healthcare,” highlighted Chicago State University’s leadership in educating health care professionals and piloting research and transformative health initiatives for residents in the City of Chicago.
For the past 14 years, hundreds of Chicago area business and community leaders have supported the Gala named for the Friends of CSU Scholars Program initiative, which pairs top CSU students with corporate executive mentors. Past honorees include Larry Richman, former President and CEO of LaSalle Bank, and Bill Osborn, President and CEO of Northern Trust. This year’s gala raised more than $350,000 for the University.
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