PSu Magazine Winter 2002

F» I L A N T H R O P Y I N ACTION Portland--area philanthropists receive Benson Award Miss America 2002 Katie Harman and retired U.S. Sen. Bob Dole joined the Portland community in honoring Julie and Peter Stott and Cindy and Dun– can Campbell at the third annual Simon Benson Awards Dinner November 14. Named after one of Oregon's first philanthropists, the Simon Benson Award is given to individuals who generously give time and/or financial support to help Oregonians. The Stotts are avid supporters of the arts, athletics, education, and youth, and have made a lasting impact on Port– land State. The Campbells have worked for decades on behalf of disad– vantaged children and founded Friends of the Children, a long-term mentor– ing program. At this year's dinner, Harman shared the stage-both as emcee and entertainer-with Darrell Grant, nationally renowned jazz musician and professor of music. Harman is pursuing degrees in speech communication and vocal performance at Portland State. Dole gave the keynote address, discussing the numerous causes he has pursued since retiring from elected office, including development of the National World War II Memorial in Washington, D.C. D PHOTOS BY STEVE GIBBONS Former Sen. Bob Dole greets Simon Benson Award winners Julie and Peter Stott (above photo). Former Sen. Mark Hatfield (left) says a few words at the podium before introducing Sen. Dole. Cindy and Duncan Campbell (below) enthusiastically accept their Simon Benson award. PSU President Dan Bemstine poses with student Katie Harman, reigning Miss America, and Sen. Dole (below left). WINTER 2002 PSU MAGAZINE 15