Jim and Cathy Guinn Rudd ‘76

Jim and Cathy Guinn Rudd ’76, who have a son at OSU, are longtime supporters of the University. One of their many contributions is an endowed Presidential Scholarship in the College of Health and Human Sciences, Cathy’s alma mater. view quote »

“Inspiring intellectual curiosity and achievement makes a better world for all of us. Endowing a Presidential Scholarship at OSU seemed like an excellent way to do that.”

Hank Schuette ’50 and his wife, Janice

Hank Schuette ’50 and his wife, Janice, established the first endowed chair in OSU’s Department of Nuclear Engineering and Radiation Health Physics in 2003. The position builds on their longtime professional interest in power generation. view quote »

“We must have people who completely understand the use of nuclear power, and how it can be done safely and successfully. We wanted to play a role in setting OSU in this direction-for the benefit of the school, our state, and nation.”

Jim Bernau

Jim Bernau, Founder and President of Willamette Valley Vineyards, has made a significant contribution toward endowing a directorship for the OSU Wine Institute. More than a decade ago, Jim created a professorship in fermentation science at OSU. view quote »

“The wine industry in Oregon has such great potential yet to be realized. The focused research efforts of the OSU Wine Institute will create amazing new opportunities for all of us.”

“My aunt loved animals, and she loved her time at Oregon State. Her gift was a wonderful way for her to combine these two important parts of her life.”

Lois Bates Acheson ’37

Lois Bates Acheson ’37, former owner of Black Ball Transport, turned a lifelong fondness for horses, dogs, and other animals into a $21 million bequest to the College of Veterinary Medicine. Its most visible result is the new Veterinary Teaching Hospital named in her honor. view quote »

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