DENVER (June 28, 2016) – The Colorado-Wyoming Chapter, National MS Society will honor Colorado State University (CSU) and its president Tony Frank for exemplary leadership and outstanding contributions to the Northern Colorado community. The presentation will take place at the Chapter’s Dinner of Champions, which is slated for September 7, 2016 at the Embassy Suites in Loveland.
“We are pleased to publically honor and recognize CSU President Frank and the university this year,” said Chapter President Carrie Nolan. “This is the tenth year that CSU has hosted our Bike MS Colorado ride, which raises nearly $4 million annually for programs and research that benefit more than 100,000 people affected by MS in Colorado and Wyoming. CSU’s commitment and support has contributed to the continued success of this signature event.
“In addition to volunteer and publicity support for Bike MS, the university engages volunteers through other field campuses, such as CSU-Pueblo,” Nolan continued.
“MS research is being conducted by CSU faculty, which contributes to the significant progress that has been made. Although the cause and cure of this disease remain unknown, as of May this year there are 14, FDA-approved therapies to manage MS, where none existed just over two decades ago. These advancements could not have taken place without the commitment, generosity and ongoing support of the community.
“We remain firm in our resolve to stop MS, reverse damage caused by MS and end MS forever. Thanks to the support of Tony Frank and organizations such as CSU, it is a very hopeful time,” Nolan emphasized.
During the annual dinner celebration Jonna Patton will be recognized with the Chapter’s MS Champion award, which recognizes a person living with MS who has raised awareness of MS, and generated involvement and support for the local MS community. The Cheyenne resident was diagnosed in 1997 at age 25, and in the 19 years since her diagnosis she has served as an MS volunteer, fundraiser, Bike MS team captain, member of the Chapter’s government relations committee and has provided support to the Society’s National Information and Resource Center. In addition to participating in Bike MS rides throughout the country, Patton also steps out at Walk MS and Hike MS to raise awareness and continue momentum that will lead to more therapies and a cure.
Dinner of Champion tickets are $150 per person. For more information or to register, visit
www.cureMSco-wy.org or call 970-494-5986.