With the collaborative effort of the Aspen Community Foundation, Bushong footed the bill for 17 high school sophomores and juniors to embark on a memorable journey to the National WWII Museum in New Orleans and a visit to Bayeux, France.
In the heart of Carbondale, retired oil worker Paul Bushong is steadily making an impact on the local youth. For over half a decade, his philanthropic efforts have centered on offering scholarships to students at.
As much as things change, they don’t. The recent post-election action by the lame-duck legislature regarding burn pits and explosives disposal reminded me of a speech some 10 years ago
A group of 19 local high school students have been busy sharing a little bit more than the usual “what did you do this summer?” stories to start the new school year.
Colorado Mountain College graduates Keanan Bell, left, and Wendy Avila Figueroa flank donor Paul Bushong at the Spring Valley commencement ceremony on May 8. Both students are recipients of the Fast Forward Scholarship created by Bushong. Bell completed her Associate of Applied Science in Veterinary Technology in May, while Avila Figueroa earned her Associate of Science in Paralegal last December.
Carbondale resident Paul Bushong has pledged $1.5 million as a challenge match and is inviting other donors to join him in supporting academic improvements at Colorado Mountain College’s Spring Valley campus.
“The Promise of Spring Valley” is a $5 million capital campaign launched in 2018. The plan includes the eventual addition of a new 4,000-square-foot nursing education facility and renovation of the student center.