$1 million gift will benefit future educators at Miami
A $1 million bequest from Faye Anderson Smith, a long-time educator and 1959 Miami University graduate, will provide scholarship support to future educators through Miami’s School of Education, Health and Society (EHS).
1962 grad commits $100,000 to Miami
Arthur B. (Brandy) Casper ’62 is carrying on his family’s philanthropic connection to Miami University by committing to a substantial bequest that will benefit students and academics.
$15 million commitment names Student Center
A $15 million commitment from 1961 Miami graduates Mike and Anne Armstrong has provided the primary leadership gift for the university’s Armstrong Student Center.
$1.5 million gift from Shade Family supports Student Center
A gift from the Shade Family Foundation has named the Shade Family Room within the forthcoming Student Center.
Futures clearinghouse makes scholarship gift
A $100,000 gift to Miami University’s Farmer School of Business from the Clearing Corporation Foundation is designed to help the school attract top students who plan to prepare for a career in finance.
John D. and Catherine L. Millett Scholarship
Miami has received a commitment of $100,000 for the John D. and Catherine L. Millett Scholarship, from the grandchildren of John and Catherine Millett. The scholarship, created to honor Miami’s 16th president and his wife, is awarded by the Office of Financial Assistance on the basis of leadership and academic achievement.
Billingtons make second gift for social entrepreneurship
Miami University’s Center for Social Entrepreneurship has received a gift of $50,000 from Scot (English/Journalism '93) and Kelly Billington. This gift is the couple’s second in support of the center.
Jellinek family creates faculty chair
A Miami University alumnus who was very generous in life continues to inspire generosity after his death. Through a gift from his family, the spirit of Frank H. Jellinek Jr. (Miami ‘67) will support excellence in teaching and research at the Farmer School of Business.
Morrison gift helps students afford international study
Bob and Sue Morrison have made a $100,000 gift to support a goal of Miami University’s Farmer School of Business (FSB) that today’s undergraduates develop a comprehensive understanding of other cultures and business practices.
Faculty Members Honor Colleague With Scholarship
When James Lentini, Dean of the School of Fine Arts, snatched the microphone from John Weigand `77, Chair of the Department of Architecture and Interior Design, at last spring’s departmental awards ceremony, the surprises were only beginning for Weigand.
Fall 2009 Giving Tribute now online
Read stories about the progress of the campaign and how alumni and friends are making a difference in Giving Tribute.
Gift to support international study, student research, faculty development
A $250,000 gift from Nestlé USA will support several strategic educational priorities of Miami University.
Park gift will support Miami-Korean university exchanges
Elinora Bo Hyun Park, a Korean-American businesswoman, has made a gift of $500,000 to Miami University’s Farmer School of Business in support of international study.
They Built the Future
The Benefactor – Spring 2009
As Miami University celebrates 200 years of history, tradition, and achievement, it is impossible to fully appreciate the historic milestone without exploring the legacies left by those who helped sustain and shape the university’s mission.
Faculty/Staff/Retiree Endowments Growing
A special campaign initiative that allows Miami employees to create a permanent legacy continues to grow in popularity.
Holzbergers make gift in support of entrepreneurship programs
A new gift of $250,000 from two alumni entrepreneurs will support programs within the Miami University Institute for Entrepreneurship at the Farmer School of Business.
MUDEC Scholarship Gains Momentum
A scholarship honoring the long-time service of Dr. Emile Haag to the Miami University Dolibois European Campus (MUDEC) continues to grow, thanks to support from loyal Miamians.
Bicentennial Celebration Web Site Launched
Miami University launched the official Bicentennial Celebration Web site - www.muohio.edu/bicentennial - on Sept. 17, highlighting special interactive features during a presentation that also focused on the significance of September 17, 1885, in Miami's history.
Faculty Support Initiatives Gain Momentum
Miami University has enjoyed recent successes in its commitment to recruiting and retaining gifted teachers and scholars for its students.
Class Scholarship Fund Central to Alumni Weekend
Alumni Weekend is a time for alumni to reflect upon the formative impact the Miami experience had on their lives.
Trustees Approve Planning for New Student Center
Miami University’s Board of Trustees, on April 25, approved continued planning for a Bicentennial Student Center.