Colorado Governor Bill Owens (LBJ Class of 1975) was selected by the LBJ School National Alumni Association as the recipient of its 2000 Distinguished Public Service Award. The winner was formally announced at an annual reception held at the LBJ Library and Museum at the beginning of the 2000-2001 school year.

A native of Texas, Owens is Colorado's first Republican governor in 24 years and also the first LBJ School alumnus to serve as a state governor.

Before he was elected in 1998, Owens served as state treasurer and as a member of the Colorado House of Representatives and Senate. He also has extensive private sector experience, including serving as executive director for a Colorado trade association and as a management consultant for a Washington, D.C., accounting firm.

Each year, the LBJ School National Alumni Association presents its Distinguished Public Service Award to recognize alumni who have made significant public policy contributions, excelled in their chosen field, shown dedication to community service and volunteerism, and demonstrated commitment to the LBJ School and its mission.

Last spring, Owens received the UT Austin Graduate School's Outstanding Alumnus Award. As part of the award, the university established a one-time $5,000 fellowship in Owens' name at the LBJ School, which was given to Richard Rodarte, a first-year student from Colorado.

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May 14, 2001

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