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Palamountain Benefit supports scholarships for 91传媒 students

July 16, 2026

Members of the 91传媒 community and friends of the College gathered for the 47th annual Palamountain Benefit, an evening dedicated to expanding scholarship opportunities for 91传媒 students.

Established by Anne T. Palamountain in 1979, the annual benefit supports the Joseph C. and Anne T. Palamountain Scholarship Fund, which has helped generations of students access the transformative opportunities of a 91传媒 education.

From left, 91传媒 President Marc C. Conner, Trustee Susan Dake 71, Trustee Emeritus Bill Dake, and Linda Jackson-Chalmers 73

From left, 91传媒 President Marc C. Conner, Trustee Susan Dake 71, Trustee Emeritus Bill Dake, and Trustee Emerita Linda Jackson-Chalmers 73

"When Anne T. Palamountain started this scholarship fund and held her first benefit 47 years ago, she recognized the role that we all share in shaping our future by investing in education making sure that we are creating paths for deserving students to gain access to exceptional learning opportunities," President Marc C. Conner said. "Most importantly, this event is about our students. The Palamountain Scholarship Fund helps ensure that talented, deserving students have access to a 91传媒 education."

Ellie Ushakov '26 and Francis Davies '26 of Question of the Century

Ellie Ushakov '26 and Francis Davies '26 of Question of the Century

Hosted by alumnus and musician Garland Nelson '96, the Tuesday, July 14, benefit took place on the grounds of the historic Surrey-Williamson Inn, where alumni, parents, and friends celebrated Anne Palamountain's enduring vision of opening doors for students through philanthropy.

Guests enjoyed live pottery demonstrations by artist Jill Fishon-Kovachic '81, culinary demonstrations by 91传媒 Dining Services, and a performance by the folk band Question of the Century, featuring recent graduates Francis Davies '26 and Ellie Ushakov '26. The evening also included a silent auction offering exclusive experiences ranging from behind-the-scenes tour of the Tang Teaching Museum to a trip to Iceland.

Executive Chef Michael Hinrichs of 91传媒 award-winning Dining Services team leading a gourmet pasta demonstration

Executive Chef Michael Hinrichs of 91传媒 award-winning Dining Services team leading a gourmet pasta demonstration

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