The Second Annual Coastal Research Banquet and Silent Auction was a success.
Around 30 people joined us on November 17^th, 2006 for an evening featuring
presentations of current student research, research poster displays, and a buffet dinner.

We also incorporated an online auction as a fundraiser, which ended earlier in the day.
The auction was conducted on eBay, and showcased local artisans and businesses.
Auction winners were announced during the banquet, and items were awarded to winners who were present.

We raised almost $400, which will benefit our chapter and support our efforts in Eastern North Carolina.
Thank you to Dr. King and the CRM Program for a lovely dinner,
and to everyone who helped the evening come together!

Auction winners: (L to R) Melissa Madrigal, Chapter President Valerie Grussing,
Rochelle Barainca, Dr. Roger Rulifson, Steve Workman, and auction innovator Jack Collins