Featured Supporter: Dennis Morgigno
“When you give somebody that opportunity and they flourish, for us, there’s no better feeling.” ~ Dennis Morgigno
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Featured Supporter: Ronald Ballecer
“Me giving of my time…and my monetary support is important because I want people to have the same opportunities that I had.” ~ Ronald Ballecer
Read MoreFeatured Supporter: Carla Millar
For 30 years, Carla Millar was a constant presence in the College of Arts and Humanities dean’s office at Fresno State, where one of her duties was coordinating the London semester and the London winter intersession program. Now retired, she continues supporting students.
Read MoreFeatured Supporter: Edward “Eddie” Fanucchi
“I believe that if you’ve been blessed with whatever gifts you have, you need to give back.”
Read MoreFeatured Supporter: Dr. Prescott Winter honors his parents’ legacy
Dr. Prescott Winter’s reflections on his parents’ legacy are heartwarming. He fondly recalls how their dedication to music and the community provided a supportive environment for both their family and their Fresno State family.
Read MoreFeatured Supporter: Dr. Shirley Bruegman
Shirley Bruegman’s journey began in the heartland of Nebraska, where vast fields stretched across low rolling hills. Her humble beginnings on a farm would lay the foundation for a remarkable story of dedication to education, passion for the arts, and a commitment to making a difference.
Read MoreFeatured Supporter: Randy Ataíde
Proud of his heritage, Randy Ataíde created the first scholarship fund through the Portuguese Beyond Borders Institute (PBBI).
Read MoreFeatured Supporter: Lilia Gonzales-Chávez
“I believe we are called to make this world better than when we found it. If we support students to be the best that they can be, they will go forward in whatever way they identify, to make our world better.”
Read MoreFeatured Supporter: Jane Bedrosian
Jane says being involved in the community is not about her. It’s about doing what she can to better the lives of others and helping them find their inspiration for life.
Read MoreFeatured Supporter: Fresno Advertising Federation Foundation
The Fresno Advertising Federation Foundation (FAFF) announced the creation of two new scholarships to be awarded to graphic design students in the Department of Art, Design and Art History and students in the Media, Communications, and Journalism (MCJ) departments.
Read MoreDean’s Council supporter Antonio Petrosino receives an honorary doctorate
A boy of about 11 years old, Antonio Petrosino, watched as this mix of soldiers from around the world passed through his town of Coperchia, in the mountains just north of Salerno in Southern Italy. He would try to observe the soldiers who spoke different languages and came from diverse cultures.
Read MoreFeatured Supporter: The Ravi and Naina Patel Foundation
“Whether we believe in it or not, the universe is interested in the greater good of everybody. It’s the impulse of life which promotes the wellbeing from the smallest of seeds to the biggest of elephants. The only way to be connected to the music of life is to be interested in the greater good of the universe.” ~ Dr. Ravi Patel
Read MoreFeatured Supporter: Barlow Der Mugrdechian
Prof. Der Mugrdechian began teaching at Fresno State in 1985. Since 2008 he has been the Berberian Coordinator of the Armenian Studies Program and Director of the Center for Armenian Studies at Fresno State.
Read MoreFeatured Supporter: tony sanders
“I love storytelling. I love a good story. I love theater’s ability to tell a story in the moment and the power that an artist possesses to make choices in that moment, and the connection between artist and audience in that moment.”
Read MoreFeatured Supporter: Saundra Stubblefield
“I think the arts give us not only beauty but pose questions as well as portray reality.” ~ Sandy Stubblefield
Read MoreFeatured Supporter: Miguel A. Gastelum
Miguel A. Gastelum is a Graduates of the Last Decade (G.O.L.D.) Dean’s Council member, a program that enables recent alumni to support the college through membership for as little as $10 per month. He’s always been passionate about Fresno State and, as a G.O.L.D. level donor, he believes in providing students with opportunities to enrich their education and time spent at the university.
Read MoreFeatured Supporter: James Cardella
It was 1952 when an eight-year-old Jim Cardella, accompanied by his parents, left his home in Firebaugh to board the “California Zephyr” train in Oakland and begin an epic journey that took him nearly halfway around the world.
Read MoreFeatured supporter: Michael Giovannetti
“I cannot imagine my life without the presence, friendship, and the unconditional support of teachers, administrators, colleagues, and friends from Fresno State.”
Read MoreSummer Arts Featured Supporter: Armen Bacon
If you’ve never met Armen Bacon, her impeccable style and petite frame offer no clues into the literary powerhouse and community servant she truly is. She is a champion of the arts, well spoken, and a phenomenal author.
Read MoreFeatured Supporter: Haley Wagner
As a Fresno State Interior Design program alumna who worked multiple jobs as a student to make ends meet, Haley Wagner says her collegiate success was partially due to scholarships she received.
Read MoreFeatured Supporter: Dr. Raymond and Jacqueline Doumanian
Over the years, Dr. Raymond and Jacqueline Doumanian have formed a deep connection with the College of Arts and Humanities. Both were students at Fresno State — Raymond earned his degree from the Department of Philosophy and went on to the University of the Pacific School of Dentistry — Jacqueline earned both her B.A. and […]
Read MoreInvesting in students: Meet the Faculty and Staff who donate to the Dean’s Council
Many faculty and staff of Fresno State’s College of Arts and Humanities are able to see first hand how the Dean’s Council funds impact the students, faculty, and departments. Because of this, we are especially proud when they donate their hard earned money back to the Dean’s Council. DONATE NOW! We asked them to write […]
Read MoreFeatured Supporters: David and Linda Brown
It is from the support of our generous donors that the College of Arts and Humanities thrives in the ability to aid students through their academic careers with the establishment of scholarships, as well as in further developing our faculty, resources and facilities. This is why we are grateful in recognizing our supporters the Rev. David H. Brown and Linda M. Hammer-Brown, whose wonderful gift to the College will benefit many future students of the Department of Theatre Arts in becoming an endowed scholarship.
Read MoreFeatured Supporter: Ben and Clarice Krikorian
Over the years, Ben and Clarice Krikorian have formed a deep connection with the College of Arts and Humanities. Since 2010, the Krikorians have made it easier for Fresno State students who chose to follow their passion and study the arts. They established an orchestra scholarship and a piano scholarship. The scholarships go to a music student studying in those areas.
Read MoreFeatured Supporters: The Fisher family
The Fisher family transformed loss into legacy, endowing memorial scholarships for music and creative writing students in honor of their loved ones.
Read MoreArts and Humanities Advisory Board loses a visionary member
The College of Arts and Humanities lost Bob Hirth on Friday, Feb. 10. Hirth, a passionate and active member of the Arts and Humanities Advisory Board, died after a battle with cancer. He was 71. Fresno State honored Hirth by posting the campus flags at half-staff on Monday, March 13. “Bob is a symbol of […]
Read MoreFeatured supporters – Dennis and Cheryl Woods
Our College transforms the lives of our students and raises the quality of life in our Valley thanks to the support of people who believe in our mission. Gifts to the College allow us to provide scholarship support to students, enrich the development of our faculty, and build our resources and facilities. To that end, Dennis […]
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