Foundation
About Us
Meet the dedicated members of the CWU Foundation Board
Executive Committee
Responsible for regular review of policies, by-laws, agreements and documents; oversee board assessment and assist in board self-appraisal process, ensures that the boards business/initiatives continue to move forward year-round
- Janet Backus ('72) Chair of the Board
- John Fisher ('76) Vice Chair of the Board and Treasurer
- Andrew Hatlestad Secretary
- Paul Elstone Executive Director
Board Members
- Teri Bariquit ('93)
- Pete Barlow ('71)
- Linda Boggs
- Lisa Conquergood ('91)
- Raul Garcia
- Don Gibson ('80)
- Leonard Hill ('12)
- Wendy Iwaszuk ('97) Past Chair
- Rob Moehring ('69)
- Andrew Mork ('11)
- Patrick Pease (CWU Provost, Ex-Officio)
- Noreen Reis ('87)
- Ben Remak ('79)
- Jennifer Richards ('95)
- Kyndra Russell ('96)
- Angela Trindle ('00)
- Jim Wohlpart (CWU President, Ex-Officio)
Contact Caleb Montgomery or Paul Elstone with any questions or to learn more at 509-963-2848.
CWU News
PULSE Magazine story earns national Mark of Excellence Award
June 10, 2026 by David Leder
Graduating student trustee reflects on two years of fulfilled curiosity
June 10, 2026 by Rune Torgersen
Contact
Central Washington University Foundation
400 E University Way
Ellensburg, WA
98926-7508