DEAN’S MESSAGE
Welcome to the 2024-2025 College of Education Scholarship and Donor Celebration Dinner!
I am so pleased to celebrate with you in person again this year. It is truly an honor to have your company for this special occasion. Tonight, we are privileged to bring together all donors to the College of Education, including those who have contributed to scholarships and our programs and members of the prestigious John R. Park Society, whose estates or wills include legacy gifts to the college. Thank you for taking the time to join us.
To our donors, I hope you know that your generosity profoundly impacts our students. This impact extends far beyond the classroom, rippling throughout the community and touching the lives of everyone they encounter. Your contributions give students a precious gift: time to fully dedicate themselves to their studies and passions. They evolve into key fgures in developing and fostering educational opportunities for K-12 and higher education students, including those who become leaders in mental health services in schools and the broader community. They will cultivate collaborations that enhance our community, and we will see this in action tonight when we hear from our inspiring student speakers.
Your contributions are the reason for their success, and I hope you feel as proud as I am of the diference you are making in their lives.
Let us take a moment to recognize the remarkable value of this year’s donor gifts. Thanks to your generosity, we raised $2,077,751 in philanthropic gifts from corporations, individuals, and foundations for scholarships, faculty support, and community programs.
With your support, we awarded 123 scholarships to 114 students, totaling $682,200—a 7% increase in the number of students supported and a 4% increase in scholarship dollars compared to last year!
Tonight, we also celebrate with our students. Your presence and dedication inspire us. You are the reason we are here, and your eforts make the future brighter for all of us. We celebrate your achievements and look forward to the impact you will continue to make in the world.
Thank you again for joining us. Your presence here tonight is a testament to the importance of our shared mission, and we are deeply grateful for your continued support. Your contributions are not just fnancial but a vote of confdence in our work and a commitment to the future of education. I hope our time together nurtures lasting connections and inspires us to further our collective impact.
Until next year, with warm regards,
Frankie Santos Laanan Dean
ABOUT THE COLLEGE OF EDUCATION
OUR MISSION
The College of Education transforms educational knowledge, practice, and outcomes through cutting-edge research, deep community partnerships, and innovative approaches to teaching, learning, and training.
OUR VISION
To be a leading College of Education that addresses educational challenges as a trusted partner in innovation, development, growth, and societal impact.
OUR VALUES
Innovation:
We are dedicated to being forwardthinking and innovative, continually building knowledge and pushing the boundaries of what we know.
Excellence:
Our commitment to continuous improvement drives us to continually assess and enhance our programs, resources, practices, and methodologies.
Collaboration:
Collaboration is at the heart of our work. We approach the challenges we face through a lens of partnership, understanding that working together enhances our ability to drive signifcant societal impact.
Community Engagement:
We are deeply committed to community engagement, recognizing that our work extends beyond the walls of our college. By intentionally engaging with alumni, supporters, and educational systems, we create meaningful connections that enhance our impact.
DONORS TO THE COLLEGE OF EDUCATION
Fiscal Year 2024 and FY25 (as of October 14, 2024)
ANONYMOUS DONOR
University of Utah Reading Clinic (UURC)
AUTISM COUNCIL OF UTAH
Interdisciplinary Feeding Disorders Clinic
BEESLEY FAMILY FOUNDATION
Teacher Recruitment Scholars (TRS) Program
BRUCE SCHROEDER
Student Council for Exceptional Children in SPED
B.W. BASTIAN FOUNDATION
LGBTQ+ Policy Report
CAMBIA HEALTH FOUNDATION
Utah School Mental Health Collaborative
CECE FOXLEY, PHD
2024 Giving Day Matching Grant
CHILD FAMILY FOUNDATION
Teacher Recruitment Scholars (TRS) Program
COUNCIL FOR INVESTMENT IN EDUCATION
Council for Investment in Education Scholarship
THE CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST OF LATTER - DAY SAINTS
Utah School Mental-Health Collaborative
THE CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST OF LATTER - DAY SAINTS FOUNDATION
University of Utah Reading Clinic (UURC)
THE CRAWFORD FAMILY FOUNDATION
University of Utah Reading Clinic (UURC)
EXXONMOBIL FOUNDATION
Rulon M. and Golda L. Richards Endowed Scholarship
GEORGE S. AND DOLORES DORÉ ECCLES FOUNDATION
University of Utah Reading Clinic (UURC)
HERBERT I. AND ELSA B. MICHAEL FOUNDATION
University of Utah Reading Clinic (UURC)
INTERMOUNTAIN HEALTH
Utah School Mental-Health Collaborative
JOAN DAHLE
University of Utah Reading Clinic (UURC)
KATHRYN ALLEN
College of Education General Scholarship Fund
KENNETH O. MELBY FAMILY FOUNDATION
Faye & Charolette Bryner Scholarship
THE KEYE FAMILY CHARITABLE FUND
College of Education General Scholarship Fund
LAWRENCE T. AND JANET T. DEE FOUNDATION
Educational Assessment and Student Support Clinic
Multi-Cultural K-8 Outreach for Educational Assessments
MCCARTHEY FAMILY FOUNDATION
2024 Giving Day Matching Grant
MARK AND KATHIE MILLER FOUNDATION
Teacher Recruitment Scholars (TRS) Program
MOLLY LAWSON FOUNDATION
Molly Lawson Research Fellowship
NORTHROP GRUMMAN CHARITY TRUST ACCOUNT
U-FIT Program
R. HAROLD BURTON FOUNDATION
University of Utah Reading Clinic (UURC)
ROWLEY FAMILY TRUST
Dr. Richard T. Rowley Endowed Scholarship
SORENSON LEGACY FOUNDATION
U-FIT Program TIES Program
