FY21-22 SDSU Impact of Philanthropy

Impact of Philanthropy

A formal portrait of 15 San Diego Normal School students, circa 1900.

Celebrating Our Legacy | A Bond Between Our Past, Present, and Future

From a temporary location above a drugstore in Downtown San Diego to a sprawling campus on Montezuma Mesa, SDSU has evolved from a teacher’s college to a nationally-ranked, internationally-known university. As we expand into Mission Valley today, our enthusiasm for the future grows.

As we celebrate our 125th anniversary, SDSU continues its mission to become an elite public research institution, expanding access and opportunity for every student. Our SDSU family now includes more than 478,000 alumni, close to 36,000 students, 6,890 faculty and staff, and countless supporters. Together, we are transforming the lives of students while driving the educational and economic development of our communities. Thank you for contributing to this shared vision — your support is helping to build a better tomorrow for our university and beyond.

SDSU President Adela de la Torre, Ph.D.

1897

SDSU was founded as the San Diego Normal School

The training facility for teachers opened its doors in Downtown San Diego, and students met in temporary quarters over a drugstore before moving to a newly constructed, 17-acre campus on Park Boulevard.

Pictured right: San Diego Normal School students

1921

New Name: San Diego Teacher’s College

The San Diego Normal School became San Diego Teacher’s College. Pictured right: Students pose under an awning on the steps of the main building on campus in 1921.

1900

First Commencement Ceremony

The first San Diego Normal School commencement ceremony was held with 26 graduating students.

Some of the most promising teachers, engineers, entrepreneurs, business leaders, public health specialists, artists and world-class athletes are SDSU graduates.

1929

Montezuma Mesa Gifted for Future SDSU

The Bell-Lloyd Company gifted Mission Palisades, today’s Montezuma Mesa, to the State of California for the future San Diego State University campus (pictured left).

1931

First Classes Held on New Campus

Students, faculty, and staff moved into seven buildings surrounding a common area still known as the Main Quad.

1959

SDSU Imperial Valley Established

SDSU Imperial Valley is founded on the original site of the first Calexico High School. With locations in Calexico and Brawley, SDSU Imperial Valley serves more than 900 students.

1974

New Name: San Diego State University

With legislative approval, San Diego State College became San Diego State University.

1935

New Name: San Diego State College

The State Legislature authorized expansion of degree programs beyond teacher education.

1970

Love Library Completed

The library was named after Malcolm A. Love, who served as SDSU president from 1952 to 1971.

2020

SDSU Mission Valley Sale Approved

The San Diego City Council gave its final approval of the sale of the Mission Valley stadium site. Groundbreaking on August 17, 2020.

SDSU ranked No. 55 for quality, affordability and outcomes among more than 620 four-year colleges in the U.S., according to Money magazine.

Funding increased 17% from the previous year, supporting research of critical issues.

SDSU, Shaped by Generosity

TOTAL DONORS

HISTORY OF GIVING

TOTAL GIFTS

$1K)

TIMELINE OF GENEROSITY

Philanthropic gifts have helped shape the university since the beginning, allowing SDSU to leverage state funds to enhance the student experience, create cutting-edge programs, provide exceptional instruction, and expand campus to meet community needs. The generosity of our donors is unmatched, and we honor their commitment to our past and future success.

2000

Nurses Now Community Partnership >

Propelled course, programmatic, and faculty development for the School of Nursing.

1992

Lipinsky Tower

Recognizing the support of scholarships and programs across campus.

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1996

Tony Gwynn Stadium

Made possible by donor

generosity and named in honor of the former Aztec player, head coach, and MLB Hall of Famer.

2003 J. W. & Alice S. Marriott Student Center for Professional Development

Supporting student internship programs in the L. Robert Payne School of Hospitality and Tourism Management (HTM).

2004

Imperial Valley Brawley Campus

Meeting the expanding need for higher education in the Imperial Valley, the Bixby Land Company donated 200 acres for SDSU’s Brawley campus.

QUALCOMM - ICT, ISMA, and NCUST

Provides professional development for K-12 teachers, math and science curriculum improvement, and institutional transformation in San Diego schools and beyond.

TOTAL GIFTS

2005

J.R. Filanc Construction Engineering & Management (CEM) Program >

Producing engineers with both practical experience and theoretical expertise.

Manchester Hall

The administrative building along Centennial Walkway is named in recognition of two SDSU alumni who have a long record of service to the university.

Sycuan Institute on Tribal Gaming

Producing and funding unique academic research within HTM related to the legal gambling industry, emphasizing tribal government gaming.

HIGHEST NUMBER OF TOTAL YEARS OF GIVING BY A DONOR 50 Years

2006 Sharp Healthcare Human Patient Simulation Center

Providing School of Nursing students with state-of-the-art patient simulators in a simulated hospital unit.

2008

Joan and Art Barron Veterans Center >

First veterans center in the CSU system, serving more than 4,500 military-connected students.

The Center for Teaching Critical Thinking & Creativity

Established through an anonymous gift from an alumnus, the center aims to advance performance and productivity in diverse communities by enhancing critical and creative thinking in schools.

Charles W. Lamden School of Accountancy >

First named school in SDSU history, recognizing an early chair of the former accounting department and the first dean of the former College of Business Administration, now the Fowler College of Business (FCB).

HIGHEST NUMBER OF CONSECUTIVE YEARS OF GIVING BY A DONOR 43 Years

2009

Parma Payne Goodall Alumni Center

Built entirely with private funds, the center serves as a gathering place for the SDSU community.

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2010

SDSU LOYAL DONORS (GAVE IN EACH OF THE LAST TWO YEARS)

SDSU ANNUAL GIVING CIRCLE DONORS (GAVE BETWEEN $1K-$49K)

The Corky McMillin Center for Real Estate

First college to offer an academic real estate program in the California State College system in 1958; the center expanded real estate education and research within FCB.

The L. Robert Payne School of Hospitality and Tourism Management

Second named school in SDSU history, developing industry leaders with a 99% post-graduation job placement rate.

Fowler Athletics Center

Helping student-athletes hone their skills in and out of the classroom.

2012 Glen M. Broom Center for Professional Development in Public Relations >

Committed to improving the PR profession and named in honor of Dr. Glen Broom, who taught at SDSU from 1979 until his retirement in 2007, then maintained the relationship as professor emeritus.

Charles W. Hostler Institute on World Affairs |

Charles Hostler Hall

The institute, which provides a forum to discuss critical global issues, received additional support. In recognition of this ongoing support, Charles Hostler Hall was dedicated in 2014.

Zahn Innovation Platform (ZIP) Launchpad

Formerly the Zahn Center, the program supports studententrepreneurs and established SDSU as a top-tier entrepreneurial university in the U.S. (FORBES Magazine).

“Scholarships provide life-changing opportunities for students. Thank you for helping them fulfill their dreams.”

– Kari Hooker Director of Scholarships

SCHOLARSHIPS

The William E. Leonard Jr. Scholarship Endowment has supported over 100 students for over two decades. Claudia Mowery (‘01 Valedictorian) was among the first award recipients, stating, “The scholarship filled me with gratitude, giving me a boost to my self-esteem and a sense that I was worthy of pursuing this mechanical engineering degree.”

The Janet Sinegal Scholarship Endowment has awarded close to 300 scholarships since 2008. Spring 2021 recipient Ildeberto Ojeda shared, “All I can say is thank you. Thank you for making educators and future teachers feel visible and valued. Your investment in me will allow me to serve the students and leaders of tomorrow.”

2013

Lavin Entrepreneurship Center

Housed in FCB and originally named the Entrepreneurial Management Center (est. 1986), it is believed to be one of the first university-based centers of its kind in the world.

ACADEMIC YEAR

SUPPORTING A DIVERSE COMMUNITY: NEW IDEAS, NEW PROGRAMS, NEW SUCCESS

n The Economic Crisis Response Team (ECRT) and its supporters bridge the gap for students experiencing crises impacting their educational journey.

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With philanthropic support, SDSU has strengthened nine Cultural Centers, providing students with enriching co-curricular experiences.

n Strongly supported by donors at all levels, the Guardian Scholars Program serves current or former foster youth, wards of the court, under legal guardianship or unaccompanied homeless youth.

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The Price Community Scholars Program offers scholarships to high-achieving incoming freshmen from City Heights who mentor and prepare 7th graders for college.

PROVIDE A LEGACY OF

Donald P. Shiley

BioScience Center

The first and only multidisciplinary center in the country to focus its research on the critical nexus of infection, inflammation, and cardiovascular disease.

Edward E. Marsh Golden Age of Science Fiction Collection

Providing a world-class science fiction collection and dedicated reading room in the SDSU Library.

1968

2014

Aztec Center was completed in 1968 and was designed to serve 17,000 students. The Conrad Prebys Aztec Student Union opened 46 years later, providing a new home to the growing campus community.

2014 < Conrad Prebys Aztec Student Union

In recognition of generous endowed scholarships created across campus, supporting nearly 100 students each year.

Weber Honors College

Generous donor support named the college in honor of former President Stephen Weber and his late wife Susan.

Jeff Jacobs JAM Center > Supporting the continued growth and development of Aztec men’s and women’s basketball.

Making a Difference Today

2016 Atkinson Hall

The former GeoAnnex building, which now houses administrative offices, is named in recognition of a dedicated alumnus who has provided cross-campus support.

Clay Gateway

The formal campus entrance at Montezuma Road and Campanile Drive recognizes longtime supporters and alumni, whose contributions of time and treasure have strengthened programs across campus.

Originally created through an endowment in 2014, the Behner Stiefel Center for Brazilian Studies received additional support to encourage faculty and students to research the study of climate change and sustainability in Brazil, a nation ravaged by deforestation in the Amazon.

Jack McGrory Bunker in the Joan and Art Barron Veterans Center

A popular gathering space for our military-affiliated students, renamed in recognition of a military ally.

< Fowler College of Business

First named college in SDSU history, recognizing the largest gift in the university’s history, a $25M challenge match.

2017

2018 Engineering and Interdisciplinary Sciences Complex

Forging a new era of scientific and engineering collaboration at SDSU.

The Campaign for SDSU Donor Wall Expressing gratitude to our campaign heroes—alumni, friends, faculty and staff—who generously supported our first comprehensive campaign, raising $815M for scholarships, programs, and other campus needs. Your belief in SDSU changed our future.

Today’s donors are continuing to make an impact across all SDSU locations. From creating endowed scholarships, chairs, and professorships, to new and expanded programs, we thank them for contributing to opportunities that change lives and support our community.

New mural by Brazilian graffiti artist and muralist Eder Muniz celebrating the Behner Stiefel Center.

n The Richard Woodcock Student Rocket Lab is named for the student organization’s biggest fan and closest friend. Thanks to his support and encouragement, the SDSU Rocket Project has reached new heights—quite literally—as it strives to be the first collegiate team to reach space with a liquid rocket.

n Over five years, the Fowler Match Campaign created 16 new endowed faculty professorships, endowed chairs, and fellowships, established 46 new endowed scholarships, and launched innovative programs and initiatives, impacting generations of Aztecs.

n The Glazer Outstanding Lecturer Fellowship recognizes teaching excellence and service to students in FCB with a salary supplement and additional funding to support their professional development activities.

n The Inclusive Excellence Fellowship Fund supports SDSU faculty and staff who participate in an education course concerning awareness and appreciation for inclusivity and cultural diversity.

n The Cal Coast Credit Union Student Financial Center Fund supports enhanced programming, including a new financial literacy program to ensure students have the critical thinking skills to make financial decisions that ensure stability for themselves and their families.

n The Jerome M. Sattler Endowment provides ongoing support to the SDSU Library, while the Jerome M. Sattler and Family Endowment bolsters the Department of Psychology in the College of Sciences.

n Providing awards to low-income and/or underrepresented schools and nonprofit youth activity providers to address health disparities and assist with implementing the SPARK (Sports, Play, and Active Recreation for Kids) program — evidence-based PE programs for K-12 aged children.

n The Foelber Family Endowed Scholarship honors retired educators Herbert and Margie Foelber and supports students pursuing a credential or graduate degree in the College of Education.

2019 Bashor Field at Snapdragon Stadium Recognizing the lead gift in support of Snapdragon Stadium at SDSU Mission Valley.

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2021 Department of Astronomy > The Theodore W. & Nhung Lu Booth Endowment provided the largest gift to a single department in SDSU history, supporting the next generation of researchers, explorers, and pioneers.

Performing Arts District > Donor support is providing enhanced theater acoustics, outdoor performance areas, and a state-ofthe-art experience for students and the SDSU community (opening in 2023). Prebys Stage pictured right.

Lamden Hall

Home to the Fowler College of Business and the College of Education, the building was renamed to recognize cross-campus support from the Lamden Family.

FCB Career Management Center

The Greg and Elisabeth Fowler Career Management Center Endowment expanded programs in career advising, career fairs, and professional development.

2022 Wendy Gillespie Center for Advancing Global Business Housed in FCB, the center expands international study abroad programs and international internships for SDSU students.

James Silberrad Brown Center for Artificial Intelligence Expanding AI research in FCB and supporting the Aztecs Going Pro program for graduates.

Imagining Our Shared Future

SDSU Mission Valley

2021 River Park >

First transformational gift received supporting the park and open space surrounding the site. The new River Park will be a community asset for generations (planned opening at the end of 2023).

2022

Snapdragon Stadium >

Opened in September 2022, with the first home game of the 100th Aztec Football season. The multi-use, state-of-the-art Snapdragon Stadium, meets the needs of the entire San Diego community and launches SDSU into a bold, new future.

SDSU Mission Valley will transform the university, benefiting our campus and San Diego as a whole. A true community asset, SDSU Mission Valley will extend the university’s educational, research, entrepreneurial, and technology programs and support community engagement. From Snapdragon Stadium to the River Park and the SDSU Mission Valley Innovation District, our generous donors and community at large are advancing this extraordinary expansion.

SDSU Imperial Valley

SDSU Mission Valley Innovation District >

First public-private partnership secured. Through such partnerships, the SDSU Mission Valley Innovation District will provide collaborative research opportunities, helping SDSU progress toward its goal of becoming a premier public research university.

The exploration of extracting lithium from the Imperial Valley is enabling the region, our students, and industry to envision a future of economic growth that will address the state’s and nation’s renewable energy needs and priorities.

Enduring Impact

Endowed chairs and professorships help recruit and retain outstanding faculty to SDSU. We are grateful for the chairs and professorships that have been established at SDSU to date.

Robert and Amy Abramson Endowed Professorship in Finance*

AGC Construction Management Endowed Chair

Terry L. Atkinson Endowed Professorship in Finance*

J. Keith Behner and Catherine Stiefel Chair of Brazilian Studies

Birch Endowed Chair in Geography

William and Karen Brack Endowed Professorship in Finance*

Eckis Seismology Chair Endowment in Geophysics

Fred J. Hansen Peace Chair

fred harris Endowed Chair in Digital Signal Processing

Fred Henry Chair in Life Sciences Endowment

Friends of Classics Endowed Professorship

Hanlon Endowed Chair in Health Services Research and Policy in the Graduate School of Public Health

Lang Endowed Professorship in Leadership Development*

William E. Leonhard, Jr. Endowed Chair in Civil and Environmental Engineering

MFA Musical Theatre Endowed Professorship

Nasatir Endowed Chair in the Lipinsky Institute for Jewish Studies

Vern Odmark Endowed Chair in the Lamden School of Accountancy

Thomas and Evelyn Page Dean of the Fowler College of Business*

Thomas G. Pine Endowed Professorship in Computer Engineering

B. Porteous Endowed Professorship in Political Science

Don Powell Chair of Scenic Design Endowment

Conrad Prebys Endowed Chair in Bio-medical Research

Qualcomm Endowed Professor of Mathematics Education

Real Estate Professorship Endowment

Patti Roscoe Meeting and Events Professorship Endowment

San Diego Community Foundation Blasker Chair in Environmental Engineering

Dr. Sadanand Singh Endowed Professorship in Speech and Language Sciences

Sprouse Endowed Professorship in the Fowler College of Business*

Stanford Endowed Chair in History

James J. Stansell Classics Endowment

Dennis and Elaine G. Szeto Endowed Professorship in Finance*

The Campanile Foundation Endowed Chair

USS Midway Chair in Modern US Military History

Van Deerlin Endowed Chair in the College of Professional Studies and Fine Arts

Dr. Thomas Warschauer Endowed Professorship in the Financial Planning Program*

Ralph V. Whitworth Chair in Corporate Governance Endowment*

Zahn Professorship of Creativity and Innovation

Zahn Innovation Platform Chair Endowment

*Created in conjunction with the Fowler Match

Disclaimer: Philanthropy has transformed SDSU through the decades. We are grateful for those who do so much for so many. We honor and celebrate past and present supporters, and we strive to demonstrate the impact of every gift via numerous communications throughout the year. Due to space limitations, we apologize for any exclusions or omissions in this report.

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