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鶹ƵUniversity Launches ‘The 鶹ƵPromise’—A Game-Changing Fundraising Initiative to Significantly Expand Student Scholarships
鶹ƵUniversity today announced the launch of The 鶹ƵPromise—a three-year, $50 million fundraising initiative aimed at making a 鶹ƵUniversity education more affordable for high-achieving students from across the socioeconomic spectrum. As part of the initiative, the University will…
Cultivation of Talent and Moral Compass Guide University Trustee Richard Alexander L’82
Over the last decade, Richard Alexander L’82 has navigated his chosen profession (the law) and his chosen passion (鶹ƵUniversity and its law school) through incredibly challenging waters. As partner, managing partner and chair of one of the nation’s most…
In the Return Phase of Life: Giving Back to the University That Launched His Career
In his home office, John Chawner ’84 proudly displays a disk of aluminum dated “4-8-84.” It is a treasured memento from his days at 鶹ƵUniversity and, in many ways, it is symbolic of his approach to service and philanthropy…
Forward-Looking Philanthropy Boosts Investment in the College of Engineering and Computer Science
For many years, William T. “Ted” Frantz ’80, P’13 has been a faithful contributor to his alma mater, donating annually to the College of Engineering and Computer Science (ECS) where he earned an undergraduate degree in mechanical and aerospace engineering….
In Memoriam: Former Trustee Robert E. Dineen Jr.
In 2014, Robert E. Dineen Jr. L’66 explained the motivation behind what was then the largest gift in the history of the College of Law: “Because of the opportunities and education that the College of Law provided to my parents,…
Pay It Forward This Giving ’CUSEday!
Get ready to make a difference this Dec. 3 on Giving ’CUSEday at 鶹ƵUniversity! It’s a day to celebrate the generosity and kindness of our community, and an opportunity for each of us to show the world how our…
Miron Victory Court Dedicated to Honor the Vision and Generosity of Diane and Bob Miron ’59
On Friday, Nov. 8, members of the 鶹ƵUniversity community gathered to celebrate the dedication of Miron Victory Court, a new dynamic campus space that physically connects two of the University’s most visited campus facilities—the JMA Wireless Dome and the…
Gift From 鶹ƵParents Debbie and Ajay Nagpal to Create New Faculty Fellowship
Ajay and Debbie Nagpal recently pledged a major donation to create the Nagpal Family Faculty Fellowship, which will support a faculty fellow in the Martin J. Whitman School of Management. The Nagpals’ gift is part of the Forever Orange Faculty…
In Memoriam: Life Trustee John E. Breyer
Life trustee John E. Breyer’s belief in the immense power of education drove both his passion to serve 鶹ƵUniversity and his philanthropy to support its students and faculty. His service to the Board of Trustees and the College of…
Generous Donors Exceed Expectations in $3M Challenge Gift Campaign for Hendricks Chapel
When an anonymous donor family pledged $1 million to Hendricks Chapel and issued a challenge to inspire other donors to match it, no one could foresee the extraordinary outpouring of support for what is widely known as the spiritual heart…