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Cindy Simon Skjodt honored for transformative philanthropic leadership
The IU Foundation’s Women’s Philanthropy Leadership Council honored IU alumna Cindy Simon Skjodt, ‘80, with its Women Leading the Way Award.
Reaching for the stars
A-Lan and John Reynolds’ giving has touched every facet of IU’s Department of Astronomy. Watch how their passion and generosity are helping the department dream big and making hands-on experiences, such as traveling to the WIYN Observatory at Kitt Peak, more accessible to students.
Neal-Marshall Alumni Club Honors Dr. Brian A. Burt with 2025 Charlie Nelms Distinguished Alumni Award
The Neal-Marshall Alumni Club proudly announces that Brian A. Burt, Ph.D., BS’04, has been named the 2025 recipient of the Charlie Nelms Distinguished Alumni Award.
Getting the story, giving the impact
Nancy established the “James E. Callaway Sr. Memorial Scholarship” at The Media School in honor of her father.
A Spirit That Teaches
IU Professor Chaman Jain was molded by the generous spirit of his late wife, Santosh. He and his children honored her memory by creating a graduate scholarship that will help shape young lives.
A View From Above
Professor Lee Suttner spent wonderful summers with students and his family at IU’s Geologic Field Station in Montana. His charitable remainder trust will help sustain the station and open it up to more students.
Early returns
Chris Conner struggled with the deaths of both parents during college, only making it through with the help of his professors. He made a gift to IU in his will while he was still in grad school.
Eleanor Cox Riggs: Indiana University’s #1 fan
Eleanor Cox Riggs has been a true Hoosier fan her whole life and a donor for over 40 years. Her many gifts include creating a professorship and establishing a gift in her will.
“Look at my hands”
Dr. Gerardo Gonzalez and his family sought shelter in the United States after the Cuban Revolution. After becoming a first-generation college graduate, Dr. Gonzalez went on to become the dean of IU’s School of Education. To give future Hoosiers a “helping hand,” he has created scholarship support in his estate plan.
Herman B Wells Birthday
Born June 7, 1902, Herman B Wells remains one of Indiana University’s most transformative leaders.
Healthy learning
Dr. Louise Goggans earned three degrees from IU—a life-changing education that helped her confront community health concerns. She used a charitable gift annuity to bring more recognition to the allied health sciences.
It's the people
Milt and Judi Stewart found joy and friendship through IU boards and alumni life. They honored these friendships with gifts to meaningful areas, including the IU Art Museum.
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