Salmon Creek — During its 25th anniversary celebration, Washington State University Vancouver raised around $135,000 during an auction to fund student scholarships. Nearly 750 attended the Nov. 7 event held at the Red Lion Hotel on the River at Jantzen Beach. During the celebration, WSUV honored its 25 years by giving out 25 Notable Alumni awards. From now on, the university will award one Notable Alumni honor a year. Learn more about the 25 winners at www.vancouver.wsu.edu/25-notable-alumni.