https://giving.sou.edu/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/carpenter-learn-more.jpg10801920Melissa Matthewsonhttps://giving.sou.edu/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/SOU-Giving-Logo-6.0.pngMelissa Matthewson2025-12-17 10:29:282025-12-17 10:29:28Carpenter Foundation Giving Supports Faculty Development
Maisie, an Economics and Political Science student at SOU, had a very clear plan for her future. She narrowed her college search to four-year schools in Oregon that offered both an economics program and a wrestling team.
SOU’s vision is to nurture the potential within every student and shape them into future leaders. This is achieved by prioritizing learner success, promoting critical thinking, and building a diverse and inclusive community. This transformative work, particularly through initiatives like the University Coaching and Mentorship (UCAM) program, is possible thanks to the generosity of donors.
https://giving.sou.edu/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/ucam-learn-more.jpg6751200Melissa Matthewsonhttps://giving.sou.edu/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/SOU-Giving-Logo-6.0.pngMelissa Matthewson2025-07-30 12:16:232025-07-30 12:46:45The University Coaching & Mentoring Program: Empowering Students Through Mentorship at SOU
Franco Fasoli, who is graduating with a B.S. in Economics, was initially drawn to SOU for its robust program in his field of interest, coupled with a competitive soccer program—an ideal convergence that spoke to his aspirations.
https://giving.sou.edu/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/franco-learn-more.jpg6681187Melissa Matthewsonhttps://giving.sou.edu/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/SOU-Giving-Logo-6.0.pngMelissa Matthewson2025-07-15 09:47:332025-07-30 12:22:29Scholar. Athlete. Changemaker: How Philanthropy Fuels Real-World Learning at SOU
At SOU, the Outdoor Adventure Leadership (OAL) Degree program highlights a blend of academic learning and immersive outdoor experiences. This offers students an incredible opportunity to learn leadership skills amid the natural landscapes of our region.
https://giving.sou.edu/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/learn-more.jpg6541162Melissa Matthewsonhttps://giving.sou.edu/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/SOU-Giving-Logo-6.0.pngMelissa Matthewson2025-07-12 12:01:562025-07-30 12:18:16Pedaling Towards Purpose: How Donor Support is Revolutionizing Outdoor Education at SOU
https://giving.sou.edu/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/naumes-learn-more.jpg10801920Melissa Matthewsonhttps://giving.sou.edu/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/SOU-Giving-Logo-6.0.pngMelissa Matthewson2025-12-17 10:31:042025-12-17 10:31:04Naumes Family Scholarship Cultivates New Business Leaders
https://giving.sou.edu/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/erickson-learn-more.jpg10801920Melissa Matthewsonhttps://giving.sou.edu/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/SOU-Giving-Logo-6.0.pngMelissa Matthewson2025-12-17 10:30:472025-12-17 10:30:47Criminology Scholarship Follows Career in Law Enforcement
https://giving.sou.edu/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/essieh-learn-more-global-exchange.jpg10801920Melissa Matthewsonhttps://giving.sou.edu/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/SOU-Giving-Logo-6.0.pngMelissa Matthewson2025-12-17 10:30:262025-12-17 10:30:26New Exchange Program to Bring Global Opportunity to SOU
https://giving.sou.edu/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/inspired-gratitude-learn-more.jpg10801920Melissa Matthewsonhttps://giving.sou.edu/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/SOU-Giving-Logo-6.0.pngMelissa Matthewson2025-12-17 10:30:122025-12-17 10:30:12Inspired By Gratitude: The Langs Make a Meaningful Gift to SOU
https://giving.sou.edu/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/featured-image.jpg6751200Melissa Matthewsonhttps://giving.sou.edu/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/SOU-Giving-Logo-6.0.pngMelissa Matthewson2025-07-11 12:18:422025-07-11 12:25:06Critical Scholarships Guide Danni Neis to Advocacy and Graduation
https://giving.sou.edu/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/bard-dahlin-learn-more.jpg6751200Melissa Matthewsonhttps://giving.sou.edu/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/SOU-Giving-Logo-6.0.pngMelissa Matthewson2025-05-22 11:52:412025-05-22 11:56:00Brad Dahlin Finds Belonging at SOU as an Olsrud Scholar and Communicator
https://giving.sou.edu/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/learn-more-sou-food-pantry.jpg450800Melissa Matthewsonhttps://giving.sou.edu/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/SOU-Giving-Logo-6.0.pngMelissa Matthewson2025-02-24 11:05:362025-02-26 11:26:25The SOU Food Pantry: Resiliency in Action and a Cornerstone of Student Success
https://giving.sou.edu/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/sierra-sam-fong-featured-image.jpg451800Melissa Matthewsonhttps://giving.sou.edu/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/SOU-Giving-Logo-6.0.pngMelissa Matthewson2025-02-01 14:09:212025-02-24 11:06:26Scholar-Athlete Sierra Sam Fong Makes Her Mark in the Classroom and on the Soccer Field
https://giving.sou.edu/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/20240701_144117.jpg811800Melissa Matthewsonhttps://giving.sou.edu/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/SOU-Giving-Logo-6.0.pngMelissa Matthewson2025-01-31 09:09:302025-02-06 10:16:39A Planned Gift Will Support Future Generations of Raiders
https://giving.sou.edu/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/featured_image_INL.jpg450800Melissa Matthewsonhttps://giving.sou.edu/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/SOU-Giving-Logo-6.0.pngMelissa Matthewson2024-12-06 08:59:162025-01-09 14:12:53SOU’s Innovation & Leadership Program: A Catalyst for Community and Career Growth
https://giving.sou.edu/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/layla-gross-lad-scholar-4.jpg450800Melissa Matthewsonhttps://giving.sou.edu/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/SOU-Giving-Logo-6.0.pngMelissa Matthewson2024-12-06 08:58:212024-12-06 09:00:04First Generation Scholar’s Journey to SOU: A Bright Future Fueled by the Lithia & Driveway Scholarship
https://giving.sou.edu/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/sou-theatre-scholarship-featured-image.jpg6751200Melissa Matthewsonhttps://giving.sou.edu/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/SOU-Giving-Logo-6.0.pngMelissa Matthewson2024-12-06 08:58:062024-12-06 08:58:06Love for Theatre and Community Lead to New Scholarship
https://giving.sou.edu/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/bob-leona-featured-image.jpg6751200Melissa Matthewsonhttps://giving.sou.edu/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/SOU-Giving-Logo-6.0.pngMelissa Matthewson2024-12-06 08:57:222024-12-06 08:57:22DeArmond Foundation Supports Working Students
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https://giving.sou.edu/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Thomas-Eldridge-Painting-SOU-ALUM.jpg450800Melissa Matthewsonhttps://giving.sou.edu/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/SOU-Giving-Logo-6.0.pngMelissa Matthewson2024-06-11 11:58:002024-06-11 15:24:57A Legacy for the Arts: Artist & SOU Alum Leaves Bequest to Schneider Museum of Art
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https://giving.sou.edu/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/LAD-Scholar-Dev-Kapil-From-India-to-Southern-Oregon-University-On-Facebook.jpg450800Melissa Matthewsonhttps://giving.sou.edu/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/SOU-Giving-Logo-6.0.pngMelissa Matthewson2024-03-18 12:23:132024-04-04 13:17:51Lithia & Driveway Scholar Dev Kapil: Fostering Community While Excelling in Academics
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https://giving.sou.edu/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Embracing-the-Aloha-Spirit-and-Finding-the-Best-in-Others-Read-More.jpg4321024Melissa Matthewsonhttps://giving.sou.edu/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/SOU-Giving-Logo-6.0.pngMelissa Matthewson2023-12-04 09:32:022024-08-30 13:29:25Embracing the Aloha Spirit and Finding the Best in Others
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https://giving.sou.edu/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Legacy-Gift-Will-Foster-Sense-of-Belonging-and-Community-at-SOU-Read-More-1.jpg6751200Melissa Matthewsonhttps://giving.sou.edu/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/SOU-Giving-Logo-6.0.pngMelissa Matthewson2023-11-07 10:31:362024-04-02 12:41:50Legacy Gift Will Foster Sense of Belonging and Community
https://giving.sou.edu/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Building-a-Sustainable-Future-Historic-Gift-from-Alumnus-Bryan-DeBoer-Read-More.jpg4321024Melissa Matthewsonhttps://giving.sou.edu/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/SOU-Giving-Logo-6.0.pngMelissa Matthewson2023-11-07 10:31:272024-04-02 12:42:57Building a Sustainable Future: Historic Gift from Alumnus Bryan DeBoer
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https://giving.sou.edu/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Robby-Running-3-edit.jpg583600Melissa Matthewsonhttps://giving.sou.edu/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/SOU-Giving-Logo-6.0.pngMelissa Matthewson2023-05-22 11:30:162023-10-17 11:17:31Small Campus, Big Connections: Student Athlete Discovers Exciting Career in STEM
https://giving.sou.edu/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Building-Community-and-Resiliency-600.jpg450600Melissa Matthewsonhttps://giving.sou.edu/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/SOU-Giving-Logo-6.0.pngMelissa Matthewson2023-03-29 15:09:522024-05-14 13:53:44Building Community & Resiliency for Underrepresented Students
https://giving.sou.edu/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/hennion-alex-bellen.jpg450600Marc Friedmanhttps://giving.sou.edu/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/SOU-Giving-Logo-6.0.pngMarc Friedman2022-11-21 13:38:472023-10-25 14:36:50Bridging the Gap: Donors Support SOU’s Bridge Program
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Carpenter Foundation Giving Supports Faculty Development
/in Academic Programs, Annual Report, Faculty, Impact StoriesSmall University, Big Impact: Maisie Bandel-Ramirez’s Mission to Redefine Innovation & Leadership
/in Impact Stories, Innovation, Leadership, Scholarships, SustainabilityMaisie, an Economics and Political Science student at SOU, had a very clear plan for her future. She narrowed her college search to four-year schools in Oregon that offered both an economics program and a wrestling team.
The University Coaching & Mentoring Program: Empowering Students Through Mentorship at SOU
/in Donors, Gifts, Impact Stories, Resiliency, Scholarships, Student Services, UCAMSOU’s vision is to nurture the potential within every student and shape them into future leaders. This is achieved by prioritizing learner success, promoting critical thinking, and building a diverse and inclusive community. This transformative work, particularly through initiatives like the University Coaching and Mentorship (UCAM) program, is possible thanks to the generosity of donors.
Scholar. Athlete. Changemaker: How Philanthropy Fuels Real-World Learning at SOU
/in Academic Programs, Athletics, Impact Stories, Innovation, Leadership, SustainabilityFranco Fasoli, who is graduating with a B.S. in Economics, was initially drawn to SOU for its robust program in his field of interest, coupled with a competitive soccer program—an ideal convergence that spoke to his aspirations.
Pedaling Towards Purpose: How Donor Support is Revolutionizing Outdoor Education at SOU
/in Academic Programs, Donors, Impact StoriesAt SOU, the Outdoor Adventure Leadership (OAL) Degree program highlights a blend of academic learning and immersive outdoor experiences. This offers students an incredible opportunity to learn leadership skills amid the natural landscapes of our region.