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University Academy Foundation – 22nd Annual Gala, Fore! The Love of UA

University Academy Foundation’s 22nd Annual Gala, Fore! The Love of UA, was held on April 13th. Erika and David Dickey were the honorary chairs, and Byron White, UA Foundation board chair and alum, served as the event chair. Guests enjoyed cocktails, dinner, and mini-golf holes, in addition to celebrating the 20th anniversary of the first graduating class in 2004. Proceeds support the Foundation’s mission to facilitate educational opportunities and programs that support college readiness, college completion, and career success for UA students and alumni. 

Event Chair Byron White, UA Foundation board chair and alum
Mark Hoffman and Barnett Helzberg
Taj Walls and Brooke Williams, UA students
Mya Garrett, UA alum; and Erin Gorny
Sean and Cyndie Putney
Erin and Steve Gorny
Kevin Barth with Shirley Helzberg
Michael Goss and Kit Smith

Featured in the July 27, 2024 issue of The Independent
Photo Credit: Larry Eichner and Samuel Jordan II

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