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McNeese State University

AT&T supports McNeese: AT&T donates $10,000 to the McNeese State University Foundation for scholarships to students majoring in science, technology, engineering or math. On hand for the presentation are, from left, state Rep. Mark Abraham (R-District 36); Sen. Dan W. “Blade” Morrish (R-District 25); Blaine E. Kelly, strategic account lead, government and education solutions, AT&T Services; McNeese President Dr. Daryl Burckel; and Sarah Allen, regional director, external and legislative affairs, AT&T Services.

McNeese State University

For McNeese State University: Triad Electric and Controls donates $15,000 to the First Choice Campaign underway at Mc-Neese State University. Local industry partners and contractors are investing in McNeese and the future of Southwest Louisiana through the campaign, a three-year initiative with a goal of raising $1 million per year for the next three years. This innovative plan is in place to self-generate revenue with a goal to meet the needs of growing academic programs in support of the economic expansion in Southwest Louisiana. On hand for the presentation are, from left, Danny Campbell, Lake Charles Triad general manager, McNeese President Dr. Daryl V. Burckel and Cody Stroud, Lake Charles Triad business development manager.

Special to the American Press

For Melissa Doise Foundation: During October, associates of Coushatta Casino Resort raised $12,500 to benefit a local non-profit organization, Melissa Doise Hope for the Miracle Foundation, to raise awareness and funds to assist Jeff Davis Parish residents battling breast cancer. Casino associates raised a total of $12,500, achieving a Diamond Level sponsorship for the Foundation’s ninth annual Melissa Doise Hope for the Miracle Race. From left: Coushatta Casino Resort Associate Engagement Coordinator Angela John, Tribal Development/Associate Engagement Manager Kristen Johnson, Director of Human Resources William Gadberry, Sharon Doise Vincent (mother of Melissa Doise), Melissa Doise Foundation Boardmember Donna Richert, Coushatta Tribal Chairman David Sickey, and Coushatta Tribal Councilmembers Crystal Williams, Loretta Williams, and Kevin Sickey.

Special to the American Press

Capital One supports Boys Village: Boys Village was recently awarded a $10,000 grant from Capital One Bank. On hand for the donation are, from left, Fil Bordelon, president of area Capital One Bank, and Max Mathieu, executive director of Boys Village.