Honorary Alumnus Award

Dan Cole, co-founder of The Evergreen Company

Dan Cole earned his degree in political science from the University of Oregon but has adopted Sac State as his second alma mater. Cole co-founded The Evergreen Company in 1981 and its projects include The Capitol Bank Building, The Ridge at Creekside retail center and the State of California’s Employment Development Department. In service to the U.S. Army and the Army Reserve, he received numerous medals including a Silver Star, two Bronze Stars and a Purple Heart.

Cole has worked to increase the University’s impact and presence in the community through his role as director of the Sacramento Region Community Foundation. He has also been a leader in the Boy Scouts of America, founded the Sacramento Education Job and College Program at C.K. McClatchy High School and is a volunteer coordinator and advisor for facility improvements at Sacramento High School.