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In Tribute to the Public ServiceIn Tribute to the Public ServiceA Salute to Bob and Judy Rawson

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THURSDAY, MAY 7, 2009Program & Award Ceremony 5:30 PM • Cocktail Reception 6:30 PM

Hanna Theatre • 2067 East 14th Street

In Tribute to the Public ServiceAward & Scholarship event

Judy Rawson served the City of Shaker Heights for 21 years, culminating in two terms as mayor. As mayor, she was noted for her leadership on regional economic development and tax sharing. She also served on the Commission on the Reform of Cuyahoga County Government and as Assistant Director of Law for the City of Cleveland. Judy drafted the Title IX legislation as a Legislative Assistant for Senator Birch Bayh of Indiana.

Bob Rawson stepped down in 2007 after 15 years as partner-in-charge of the Cleveland office of Jones Day. He continues as partner with the firm. Bob served for 20 years on the Board of Princeton University. He was appointed to the CSU Board of Trustees in 2007 and currently serves as vice chairperson. Bob is currently serving as Interim Dean of the Law School at Case Western Reserve University. He is former Chair of the National Civic League and currently on the Board of the Northeast Ohio Council on Higher Education.

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Presented by Cleveland State University &the Maxine Goodman Levin College of Urban Affairs

A Salute to Judy and Bob Rawson

“I am using my degree to make a difference in the world as a federal budget officer at the National Institutes of Health.”- Ana Velez, 1991 Cotner Scholarship recipient

“The Cotner Scholarship (2006) gave me the opportunity to meet professionals who are dedicated to the city, competent in their work, and willing to challenge me.” - Katherine Lott

In Tribute to the Public ServiceIn Tribute to the Public ServiceA Salute to Bob and Judy Rawson

New location!New format!

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Maxine Goodman Levin College of Urban Affairs2121 Euclid Avenue UR 363Cleveland, Ohio 44115-2214

HOST COMMITTEEPatricia J. BrittJohn J. CarneyRobin CottinghamWilliam (Barry) DoggettSari FeldmanWilliam S. GaskillRaymond C. HeadenDeb JanikJames A. LevinJared S. Levin, M.D.Dennis MaddenJames McCaffertyStanley R. MillerMargaret N. MitchellTimothy MuellerPatricia J. O’DonnellStephen OngAnthony C. PeeblesBetty K. Pinkney, Ph.D.David ReinesDennis RocheChristopher RonayneClaire RosaccoJoseph M. ShafranMichael J. TaylorLinda M. Warren

IN TRIBUTE TO THE PUBLIC SERVICE AWARD RECIPIENTS 2007 Frederick R. Nance 2006 Jeanette Grasselli Brown2005 Alexander M. Cutler2004 Jerry Sue Thornton2003 William J. Reidy2002 Reverend Dr. Otis Moss, Jr. & Bishop Anthony M. Pilla2001 William B. Summers, Jr.2000 James M. Petro1999 Richard W. Pogue 1998 Alex Machaskee1997 Timothy F. Hagan1996 Carole F. Hoover1995 Samuel H. Miller & Louis Stokes1994 George L. Forbes1993 Patrick A. Sweeney1992 Michael R. White1991 Nona M. Burney, H. Jerome Crittendon & Linda Edwards1989 George V. Voinovich1988 Anthony J. Celebrezze & Anthony J. Celebrezze, Jr.1987 Steven A. Minter1986 J. Richard Kelso1985 Mercedes Cotner

In Tribute to the Public ServiceAward & Scholarship Program

The In Tribute to the Public Service Award was established in 1985 to honor

individuals who demonstrate exemplary leadership in public life and

contribute significantly to the betterment of the community. Over the past 23

years, the program has saluted 27 individuals who have made significant

contributions to public service in Greater Cleveland. Proceeds from In Tribute

support scholarships for students attending the Levin College who aspire to

careers in public service.

Learn more by visiting our website

urban.csuohio.edu/intribute

or calling 216.687.5205

Maxine Goodman Levin College of Urban AffairsEdward W. HillInterim Dean & Distinguished Scholar

STEERING COMMITTEEJeri E. Chaikin, ChairThomas W. AdlerBruce H. AkersBarb BeneventoDavid S. GoodmanEdward (Ned) Hill, Ph.D.Elizabeth E. HorriganAllan C. KrulakJoseph A. MarinucciValarie J. McCallJane McCroneRandell McShepardSteven A. MinterDeborah L. NealeRichard W. Pogue

MERCEDES COTNER SCHOLARSHIP RECIPIENTS2007 Ashley Leonard2006 Katherine Lott2005 Eric Vega2004 VonDricka Huff2003 Rachael Green2002 Brandon Buckner2001 Tamara Smith2000 David Wallace1999 Tameka Jefferson1998 Michael Townsend1997 Tomica Jefferson1996 Melissa Diblasi1995 Nichole McKenzie1994 Michael Fleming1993 Kenya Stewart1992 Aminah Muhammad1991 Ana Velez1990 Nini Smiley1989 Hector Delgado1988 Hazel Henry1987 Stacey Mitchell1986 Daniel Amato

“Thanks to the Cotner Scholarship (2001), I hold a bachelor’s degree in urban studies and a master’s in public administration and I work in the publicsector, giving back to my community.” - Tamara Smith

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Event Underwriter - $20,00020 tickets, event signage, program listing and video recognition ($19,540 is tax deductable).

Scholarship Circle - $7,50010 tickets, event signage, program listing and video recognition ($7,270 is tax deductable).

Sponsor - $5,0008 tickets, event signage, program listing and video recognition ($4,816 is tax deductable).

Scholarship Supporter - $2,500 6 tickets, program listing ($2,362 is tax deductable).

Dean’s Circle - $1,0004 tickets, program listing ($908 is tax deductable).

Supporter - $500 2 tickets, program listing ($454 is tax deductable).

Patron - $250 1 ticket, program listing ($227 is tax deductable).

Donor ____ seat(s) - $100 each1 ticket ($77 is tax deductable).

Gifts received by April 23, 2009 will be noted in the program.

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Thursday, May 7, 2009In Tribute to the Public ServiceA Salute to Judy and Bob Rawson

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Thursday, May 7, 2009In Tribute to the Public ServiceA Salute to Judy and Bob Rawson

SCHOLARSHIP EVENTHanna Theatre 2067 East 14th Street

Program & Award Ceremony 5:30 PM | Reception 6:30 PM

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