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Cultivating Student Leadership at SOU: Tiana Gilliland’s Scholarly Achievement and Leadership Development

November 13, 2023/in Impact Stories, Scholarships, Students

Tiana Gilliland is a first-generation student who grew up in Grant Pass, Oregon. Tiana’s journey to SOU is a brilliant testament to the profound impact of higher education on students who earnestly carve their own path toward academic excellence.

Legacy Gift Will Foster Sense of Belonging and Community

November 7, 2023/in Charitable Bequests, Donors, Gifts, Impact Stories, Planned Giving, Students

Sue and Mike Collins are driven by a commitment to community, education, and philanthropy. Their journey is a blend of shared experiences, professional accomplishment, and a genuine desire to make a positive impact on the world around them.

Building a Sustainable Future: Historic Gift from Alumnus Bryan DeBoer

November 7, 2023/in Academic Programs, Cash Gifts, Donors, Gifts, Impact Stories, Scholarships, Sustainability

Bryan DeBoer ’89, values the deep-rooted significance of a regional public university like SOU. He understands the out-sized role it can play in a geographic region, recognizes the importance of having a thriving school from which to draw future employees, and leans into “the possible” when organizations come together to solve larger issues.

SOU Welcomes First Generation Scholarship Student Mayra Sanchez Contreras to Campus

October 30, 2023/in Impact Stories, LAD Scholar, Scholarships, Students

Mayra, a first-generation college student, is dedicated to the pursuit of education and aspires to contribute to the field as an elementary or middle school teacher, a dream she’s had since she was very young.

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Inspiring Change Agents: Mentorship Propels Emerging Native Scholar’s Journey

October 11, 2023/in Impact Stories, Scholarships, Students

Kayla Dumore wanted to stay close to home when she was thinking about college. Since she grew up in Central Point and graduated from Crater Renaissance Academy, place was an important factor in her decision making. She chose SOU as a way to stay close to family and also because of one of her influential mentors, Native American Studies faculty member Brent Florendo, guided her toward SOU as an exceptional educational choice.