Long-Time Panhandle Residents Honored with WNCC Friend of College Award

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Dennis & Connie Kramer are the recipients of Western Nebraska Community College's 2015 Friend of the College Award.

The Friend of the College Award represents the highest honor given by the College to a person, business, or community organization for their commitment to education and fulfilling the WNCC mission of "Fostering learning opportunities for all - enriching lives, invigorating communities, and creating futures." 

Dennis and Connie Kramer are long-time residents of the Nebraska Panhandle and have been part of many service organizations in the community. As former members of the Scottsbluff and Gering Kiwanis clubs, they planned, hosted, and attended events that benefited children and families, as well as teaching valuable life skills that have contributed to the educational advancement of people in western Nebraska. 

In addition, they are active members of First Presbyterian Church in Scottsbluff. The Kramers are positive and hardworking in all of their endeavors to help others within the community.

Dennis attended Nebraska Western College (now known as Western Nebraska Community College) in 1968-1969, and participated in theater department productions. He was also a member of the Men's basketball team. For many years, Dennis participated in Theatre West productions and the Western Nebraska Winds. Connie currently serves on the WNCC Alumni Committee. Both enjoy attending WNCC sport events and activities. 

"Dennis and I are firm believers in colleges, especially WNCC," said Connie Kramer. "We have always been big supporters, and we are humbled to receive this award."

"WNCC would not be able to continue without the support of our community," said WNCC President Dr. Todd Holcomb. "We thank Dennis and Connie for their unwavering support to our College."

Since its inception in 1926, WNCC has received gracious support from Nebraska Panhandle community businesses and residents including students, teachers, and employees. They show support through scholarships, by advocating for WNCC programs, and by sponsoring WNCC events and athletic teams.

For more information about the WNCC Alumni Association and the Friend of the College Award, contact WNCC Executive Director Jennifer Rogers at rogersj5@wncc.edu or 308.630.6551.