Why We Give

There is no greater indicator of how much our alumni and friends are invested in future of the College of Earth and Mineral Sciences than by their philanthropy. We appreciate each and every gift given to the college and are extremely grateful to the generosity of our donors. The reasons for supporting the college are as varied as the donors but all express a strong dedication to furthering the college's teaching and research mission. Below, a few of our many donors share their reasons for giving.

“I feel like I have an obligation to give back because I don’t think that I would be where I am today without my experiences at Penn State."

~David Payne

“We have this untapped talent out there that just could explode on the scene and do great things only if they believe they could,” Hutchinson said. “One of the biggest barriers is finance. If we can remove the financial barriers, that’s a great first step.”

~Anthony Hutchinson

"I want to give back to the University and to the college and to the individuals who are on the same path that I came through," he said. "Having that financial support goes a long way when you're just trying to make ends meet. I'm glad I have the opportunity to help."

~Enrique Perez

“I vividly recall my days in the Steidle Building, which used to be called the Mineral Industries Building, and I’m honored to be able to put my name on a space that will enrich the Penn State experience for so many students."

~William Turney

“My Penn State education provided the foundation for my career. Receiving financial support as a student made an enormous difference for me, and my wife, Carolyn, and I wanted to give back to help more Penn State students."

~Ron Latanision

“Throught the Thrower Endowed Program Fund for Cambridge Studies in Materials Science and Engineering, we have made a commitment to provide young scientists at Penn State with an opportunity to engage in research at Cambridge University in the United Kingdom."

~Peter and Carol Thrower