“Receiving a scholarship in these challenging economic times is an immeasurable blessing,” Elisa said. “Rest assured that scholarship donations are not just an entry in the ledger page of our college assets and expenses. Your contribution is invaluable.”


Elisa Armenta
Student, Criminology Major

“Fresno State is giving me a phenomenal education,” Tyler said. “I would like to sincerely thank donors for their support of higher education. Their continued generosity, while so many others have turned to frugality, is what gives us the resolve to persevere through these hardships.”


Tyler Havner
Student, Electrical Engineering Major

“Donating to fund scholarships for Fresno State is an excellent way to provide a better future in our society and to guarantee the continued pursuit of excellence by these students in any aspect of life.”


Barbara Shinaver
Student, Double major in Music Composition and Molecular Biology

As an inaugural member of the Lyles College of Engineering Husband-Boeing Honors Scholar program, Lieder says he appreciates how the program has exposed him to project work and hands-on experience. “It's been a great opportunity,” Lieder says. “And, it's given me confidence.”


Christopher Lieder
Student, Engineering Major

“By supporting students with even just a portion of tuition, donors are telling us to not give up and that they want us to succeed,” said Freeman.


Melissa Freeman
Graduate Student, Business

“Private support helps us to keep up with ever changing demands while making sure our students make quantum leaps instead of sitting at mediocre levels. It is in this support that we are able to serve and make a positive impact on our students and community.”


Dr. George Vozikis
Edward Reighard Chair of Management Director, Institute for Family Business