Lindenwood Magazine - Fall 2018: Connecting to Alumni and Friends

Lindenwood University / AWARDS & RECOGNITIONS BUTLER SOCIETY AND SIBLEY HERITAGE SOCIETY GALA Lindenwood University held its annual Butler Society and Sibley Heritage Society Gala on Oct. 19, 2018, in the J. Scheidegger Center for the Arts to show appreciation to its community of generous donors. Highlights of the evening included a musical performance from the Lindenwood Theatre production of Mary Poppins and the presentation of the Sibley Medallion of Honor to David Cosby , 23-year member of Lindenwood’s Board of Trustees, on which he chairs the Finance Committee. The Sibley Medallion of Honor recognizes a community leader whose dedication and support have continued the legacy established by Lindenwood founders Mary and George Sibley. Cosby and his wife, Carol, have two children, Christina and Shawn. Carol, Christina, and Shawn are all alumni of Lindenwood University, and David received his MBA from Washington University in St. Louis. He was the director of advancement for Ninos de Mexico, an organization that receives orphaned children on a permanent basis in the greater Mexico City area. Other professional interests include healthcare management and a prior career in banking. Cosby also serves as chairman of the board’s Finance Committee. CAMPUS NEWS ALUMNI SPOTLIGHT UPCOMING EVENTS LINDENWOOD SPORTS ALUMNI EVENTS AWARDS & RECOGNITIONS ALUMNI NEWS & NOTES 9