Donation will award $15,000 annually to undergrads
A generous gift from an anonymous UC Irvine alumnus will provide critical financial support to undergraduate students in the School of Social Ecology for years to come.
The donor, who graduated from UCI in the 1960s, has established a $300,000 endowment that will fund at least one annual scholarship of $15,000 for students in the school. The scholarship will help cover the full cost of attendance, including tuition, fees, housing, books and other direct or indirect expenses associated with attending UC Irvine.
"This transformative gift demonstrates the lasting impact that a UC Irvine education can have," said School of Social Ecology Dean Jon Gould. "We are deeply grateful for this alumnus' commitment to supporting the next generation of social ecology students."
The endowed scholarship represents a significant investment in student success and reflects the donor's dedication to giving back to the institution that shaped his future. As an endowment, the gift will continue to generate scholarship funding in perpetuity, supporting students for generations to come.
The first scholarship is expected to be awarded by fall 2027. Eligible students interested in applying will be able to do so through the university's online scholarship application system. For more information about scholarship opportunities in the School of Social Ecology, students are encouraged to visit the university's financial aid website or contact the school directly.
For more information about providing scholarships or creating endowments, contact Stacy Skwarlo, executive director of development for the School of Social Ecology, at sskwarlo@uci.edu or 949-824-0383.
— Mimi Ko Cruz
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