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Donor Stories
Learn how others have made an impact through their acts of giving to our University.
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Building a Scholarship Legacy: LeClerc paves the way for future Engineering studentsBernie LeClerc '82, is making it possible for other students to receive an education in the University of Louisiana at Lafayette College of Engineering — in part through a planned charitable gift.
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La Louisiane inspires Boelhower to establish endowed scholarshipWhen Mary Ellen Boelhower '80 received the latest copy of the University of Louisiana at Lafayette's La Louisiane magazine...
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Alumni Brig. Gen. Rob VanHoy '90 and Dr. Tess VanHoy '89Many University of Louisiana at Lafayette alumni graciously continue to give back to the institution that gave so much to them...
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Twins' passion for life and career lives on through School of Geosciences giftPatrick and Paul McWilliams were identical twins, but they shared more than a mirror image. Those who remember the brothers say both were passionate...
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UL Lafayette alum Ted Ralph's gift creates Endowed Chair in MathematicsWhen Ted Ralph's successful oilfield sales job ended suddenly during the downturn of the 1980s, he was in his late 20s, had a house mortgage and was left wondering...
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Combining higher education and music through bequestThrough their planned giving, Dr. Leonard and Debbie Springer are helping students at the University of Louisiana at Lafayette achieve their...
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First scholarship for online General Studies students created through planned giftOne alumna is helping students in the University College at the University of Louisiana at Lafayette by gifting the General Studies...
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Sciences alumna creates scholarship with IRA required minimum distributionAlthough she lives in New York, one alumna is choosing to remember the University of Louisiana at Lafayette with her planned giving.
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Planned Giving Spotlight: Ceci and Michael NeustromOnce you're a Ragin' Cajun, you're always a Ragin' Cajun. For Ceci and Michael Neustrom, that means leaving a legacy at a place they call...
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Thibodeaux legacy gift awards more than $6 million in scholarships through decadesDr. Ben and Clare Roy Thibodeaux lived and worked across the globe, but their Acadiana roots shine through their generous gift and namesake scholarship at the University of Louisiana at Lafayette.
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Theall Charitable Remainder TrustJack Theall knew what he wanted to accomplish with part of his estate.
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Phil & Jean Piccione EndowmentsPhil & Jean Piccione have proudly proclaimed, "We enjoy helping the University accomplish its goals!"
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Moncla sets high goals for University with charitable remainder trust giftWhen you ask Leon Charles "Charlie" Moncla, Jr. ('70) about his alma mater, a palpable spark of pride appears.
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Michael Conway establishes legacy gift for the College of the ArtsUL Lafayette can take great pride in an alum like Michael Conway ('85).
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Anna Gerac hopes to encourage future nursing leaders with planned giftFor Anna Gerac ('68), the leadership skills developed as an undergraduate nursing student laid the foundation for a lifetime...
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Joe Stewart and John Shaffner honor importance of college years, impact on entertainment careerWhat do the television show "Friends," the Miss Universe pageant, and the Super Bowl all have in common? All have benefited from...
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From Cypress Lake to career success, young alumnus gives backGareth Griffin's affiliation with UL Lafayette began long before his decision to give back to it. He comes from two generations...
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IRA charitable rollover gifts dedicated to greatest potential for goodRetired Lt. Col. Louis C. Butaud, Jr. ('59) left his mark on the world leading successful careers in the United States Air Force and...
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Appreciation for education leads to helping others pursue passionsTim Pickens ('77) holds a deep appreciation for the possibilities education provides.
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Jim and Fatmi Anders' gifts inspire global ambitionsJim Anders '68 and his wife Fatmi are very familiar with international endeavors — their lifetimes of studying, living and working abroad have fostered...
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Mhire hopes legacy gift leads to students' transformative experiencesEven with accolades including founding director of the Hilliard University Art Museum and founding president of Festival International de Louisiane, Herman Mhire...
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Mathematics professor's passion and generosity extends beyond the classroomThe late Dr. Henry Heatherly was passionate about mathematics and education; he gave his all when teaching students in University of Louisiana at Lafayette mathematics classes while also giving outside the classroom...
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Generational grads and crawfish boil spark lifelong connection to UL LafayetteIt all began with a crawfish boil at Girard Park. A.J. "Sonny" and Sandra Launey were set up on a blind date by a friend, meeting at an American Society of Civil Engineers student chapter gathering...
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Nursing faculty member finds joy in giving back to University and communityAmong education, medical, non-profit and civic groups in Lafayette, Dr. Mary Neiheisel is a name familiar to many...
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Appreciation of University philanthropy inspires Giglios' legacy giftJoseph "Joe" Giglio, Jr. and his wife, Debbie, understand parents and students must often make sacrifices in the pursuit of education.
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