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THE STATE OF THE CAMPAIGN SPRING 2012

WHAT DOES IT MEAN TO BE A GREAT UNIVERSITY AND A GREAT CATHOLIC UNIVERSITY? At the beginning of each academic year, the faculty attend the University’s Opening Convocation address, delivered by University president Rev. E. William

Beauchamp, C,S.C. The following text was excerpted from his speech.

“It is not buildings or books or endowments that distinguish a university. Those things cannot explain what we value or what is distinctive about us. Instead, it is the unwavering belief that this community is here to help students move beyond themselves, to learn about the world, to develop a sense of respon-sibility and a desire to contribute to the larger society. It is during students’ undergraduate years—more than any other time in their lives—that the es-sential qualities of mind, heart, and character are formed. We believe that life’s most important lessons—the ideas that shape and mold minds and hearts—are best learned in a community of mentors and peers, and one of the greatest strengths here has always been the close relationship our students have with their professors. Learning takes place throughout campus, not just in classrooms and labs, but in offices, residence halls, meeting rooms, chapels, and on campus paths. In a world that asks students to master so much technical knowledge, questions of meaning and purpose are becoming crowded out. We recognize that faith and reason are both ways of knowing and understanding, and thus place both at the heart of our academic enterprise. This is the essence of the Catholic intellectual tradition—the long search for understanding and wisdom in a complex world. In a world that is fragmented and incoherent, we stress whole thinking and coherence. Our core of liberal arts—studied by all students, including those in our professional schools—allows questions to be addressed through

the lenses of many disciplines. Philosophy and theology are given privileged status among our intellectual concerns so that students can form a more complete and coherent world view. In a world of rampant individualism, we emphasize the common good. We are committed to service and a concern for those whom society has left behind. This philosophy occupies the heart of our mission so that it will occupy the hearts of our graduates. What we do, through our actions and words, speaks volumes about us and what we value. We are a university where all essential questions are asked and answers are sought in an environment of freedom and responsibility; where young people learn the power of ideas; where the values of justice, charity, truth, and beauty are taught and exemplified; where a sense of deep compassion and a love of creation is nurtured; and where character and moral imagina-tion are a part of our everyday lives. What we teach, what we believe, who we are—the world is starving for exactly these energies. There are 244 Catholic colleges and universities in the United States. Only a score have been recognized as among the very best, and we are one of those schools. But now is the time to bring our message of hope and healing to a wider world. The success of our RISE campaign will allow us to have a real, immediate, and stunning effect for good in America and abroad. Work-ing together, the University of Portland community can change what is into what can be.”

Rev. E. William Beauchamp, C.S.C., President

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The University has been part of Pat’s life for as long as he can remember—some of his earliest child-hood memories are of basketball games in Howard Hall. Pat’s commitment and ties run deep. His parents, Patrick and Jo Becker are graduates from the class of 1963, they were the co-chairs of the University’s “De-fining Moment Campaign,” and his father also served on the University’s Board of Regents. Pat and his brother, John ’90, were also recognized by the Pamplin School of Business in 2009 as two of the “Significant 75 Business Alumni” for their exemplary leadership and service in the broader Portland community.

WHY WE BECAME THE RISE CO-CHAIRSNancy Bryant: “I learned from an early age that giving back to one’s community is one of life’s great-est blessings—for those giving and receiving. My mother was a registered nurse and involved in all aspects of our community life. She was such a great role model and instrumental in my call to action. I knew I couldn’t be involved in everything so I chose to focus on what I am most passionate about. My in-terest in Catholic education was formed when I saw what it offered my children—a focus on the whole person. My husband Andy and I both believe that education makes the biggest difference in people’s lives. It creates a cycle of independence, confidence, and success—it is a hand up rather than a hand out. I have a passion for the University. It’s exciting to be a part of the campaign and all that’s going on here. I feel I can make a difference.” In addition to being the campaign co-chair, Nancy is also on the University’s Board of Regents. She and Andy have also generously supported two critical areas of the campaign: academics and athlet-ics. Nancy has invested in the Executive MBA in Non-profit Management because she sees how the gift will have exponential benefits by further educating nonprofit leaders and supporting their vital work. Andy has discovered Pilot basketball. He admires the efforts of the Pilot coaching staff and the student-athletes and knows that as a small Division I school, the University will benefit from his support.

Patrick Becker, Jr.’88: “Except for my family, the University of Portland has had the biggest impact on my life. The relationships I made as a student are some of the most lasting and important ones I have. Friendships, business contacts, and commu-nity organizations all tie back to the University. I’m committed to the campaign because not only is it an exciting time to be deeply involved, I also know how much a UP education can impact one’s life. I want to do whatever I can for others to benefit from this experience. And as a father of four, with my eldest going to college next fall, I am well aware of the financial burden that higher education can place on families. If the campaign can make scholarships more readily available for deserving students and reduce the stresses on them and their families, then all this work will have been worthwhile.”

CREATING A DYNAMIC SPACE FOR LEARNINGCentral to the University’s mission is a dedication to excellence and innovation. For this ideal to flour-ish, students and faculty must have access to the resources and technologies that are prevalent at college libraries across the nation. Today’s libraries are dynamic teaching and learning spaces, which is why the University of Portland considers the renova-tion of the Wilson W. Clark Memorial Library to be a critical element for its future success. The Clark Memorial Library has long been a beacon of learning on campus. It first opened in 1958 because of generous support from Maurie Clark’s family (named in honor of his father). It was considered ahead of its time and won the American Institute of Architects award for the best major building erected in Oregon that year. It was remod-

eled in 1979, again with generous support from the Clark family. Since it was last renovated, the library has served the needs of our ever-changing student population, but the time has come for it to be re-thought and re-constructed for it to remain a vital center of campus. The Clark Memorial Library’s 46,000 square feet of space are cramped, with more than 1,100 students using its services every day of the week; and its infrastructure needs updating, as today’s libraries are expected to offer computers, projectors, screens, recording equipment, software, and electronic data-bases, as well as spaces for study and research. To use resources wisely, the University envi-sions a library that is renovated and rebuilt based on the root-structure of the original footprint. It will become a forward-thinking and vibrant addition to the campus. It will open directly onto the academic quadrangle near Franz Hall so as to welcome the community inside. Its innovative design will create

a variety of flexible spaces for research and classes. There will be natural light throughout, glass cube study spaces, wireless connective space, and social study areas. Fireplaces, a coffee cart, and two outdoor patios will create a warm and inviting atmosphere. Every element of the renovation will be completed to a minimum LEED® Silver certification. This new teaching and learning space also requires the tools to bring the library to life. Your support of the Clark Memorial Library can help ensure that it has 50 to 70 computers in its Learn-ing Lab; a Media Lab with recording equipment and software; projectors and screens for collaborative learning; comfortable chairs for studying; self-service and check-out equipment to increase efficiency; multi-format collections of digital, print, and media resources; coffee cups and baristas to fuel late-night study sessions. To become one of the finest Catholic colleges in the country, we must provide the necessary spaces where learning can flourish. And it is only with your support and creativity that we can transform the Clark Memorial Library into a Learning Commons.

“It creates a cycle of indepen-

dence, confidence, and success—

it is a hand up rather than a

hand out.” – Nancy Bryant

Funding goal: $12 million Leadership Gifts for the Clark Library Renovation: Collins Foundation, Mary Clark, Estate of Maurie Clark, Maybelle Clark MacDonald Fund, Meyer Memorial Trust, Brad Parberry ’80.

The Clark Library renovation needs your support to reach its funding goal. To donate, please go to rise.up.edu or contact the development office at 503.943.7395.

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WHY THE CAMPAIGN MATTERSThe RISE campaign will allow the University to have a real, immediate, and stunning effect for good— not just in the region—but in America and abroad. For the last century, our gradu-ates have gone out from The Bluff and brought their energy, creativity, and prayer to places in desperate need of these energies. But like any other enterprise of immense value, we must have the tools and resources to contin-ue this crucial and extraordinary work that will make the University unlike any other college in the world. The resour- ces from this $175 million campaign will provide myriad ways for this University to continue its rise.

Pursuing Knowledge and Wisdom: $70 million goal for faculty and student learning The essence of the University’s life and work is the interplay of ideas, research, and debate between expert faculty and creative students.

Faculty Support: Endowed chairs, professorships, and scholars-in-residence allow the University to bring the best and brightest faculty to campus, which sparks new ways of thinking and learning. Faculty development funds support research so that professors can explore the newest technologies and teaching techniques and bring these ideas to their classrooms. Science and technology funds ensure teaching and research methodologies remain on the cutting edge.

Student Support: A superb academic experience requires programmatic resources. Students need access to offerings like the honors programs; a learn-ing resource center with tutoring in writing, speech, math, and language; studies abroad; and a central-ized home for international languages and culture. They also need expanded resources for leadership and career growth like the E-Scholars program and the University’s trading room and finance center, as well as an institute for student leader- ship that would foster a commitment to ethics, service, and justice.

Welcoming Students by Ability, not Wealth: $45 million goal for scholarships For some students the cost of an education is a wall too tall to scale. We want to provide oppor-tunities for all deserving students regardless of economic status.

Endowed scholarships: The University currently has 300 donors who have created endowed scholarships for students, but as our student body grows in size, so does the need. Endowed scholarships are gifts of $50,000 or more from individuals, families, and cor-porations. They create a permanent funding source and are distributed annually to students based on a variety of criteria.

Annual scholarships: These scholarships fulfill a different purpose and are just as vital as endowed scholarships. These gifts of $1,000 or more allow students who are out of financial options to continue their studies. Every dollar makes a difference, as the amount raised each year is the amount distributed.

Celebrating our Catholic Character: $10 million goal for faith and leadership development The University’s Catholic heritage has infused and informed community life since 1901, and we seek to expand our spiritual offerings.

Faith: The essence of campus ministry’s role is to foster the faith development of the entire University community. Additional resources will provide more opportunities for spiritual development retreats and programs to student leadership and pastoral care, energizing our Catholic tradition. Funding for the Garaventa Center for Catholic and Intellectual Life and American Culture would allow the University to continue to bring noted speak-ers, authors, and scholars to campus so as to address the many aspects of Catholic life and work in the United States.

Academic Programs: The University continually strives to create new ways for students to integrate their faith search with their academic programs. More support means more direct resources. Immer-sion programs can send more students to learn from and work with people in Latin American countries with substantive Catholic populations. The Pacific Alliance for Catholic Education (PACE) can send more teachers to work in Catholic elemen-tary and secondary schools. The Catholic Studies Initiative can continue to expand the newly created minor in Catholic Studies.

Enriching the Campus Community: $50 million for physical resources The University must provide the spaces where teach-ing and learning can flourish. The Campaign will create new spaces for the community and restore to life those that have grown weary in service over many years.

Academic Facilities: The University has already made significant progress to the spaces needed for academic life to flourish, but one critical component remains: a renovated library. For ways to see how your support can make a difference, please see the article about the Wilson W. Clark Memorial Library. Also criti-cal are the many structures that have already been updated or created, which are featured in the section titled “Campaign’s Impact on Campus.”

Recreation and Wellness Center: The time has come for a new facility to replace Howard Hall, which no longer meets current codes or standards. This Center would offer more than a place to stay fit. It would be a place to rejuvenate the mind, body, and spirit through classes on wellness, stress reduction, healthy eating habits, and more. It would offer yoga, dance, as well as traditional exercise classes, and would feature a swimming pool, indoor gyms for basketball and volleyball, a climbing wall, and an indoor track. More details about the Recreation and Wellness Center can be found online at rise.up.edu.

Redefining arts, athletics, and student activities: A high-quality education requires programmatic support, and while the arts, athletics, and activi-ties are flourishing on The Bluff, gifts are needed to ensure they remain strong. Gifts to performing and fine arts help update lighting and sound, costumes and scripts, and performance space. Gifts in support of Pilot athletics help ensure that the University can continue to recruit top flight student-athletes who help us remain competitive with much larger Division I programs. Gifts directed toward student activities help build and promote the more than 60 cultural, academic, and athletic clubs on campus, as well as the student newspaper, radio, and year-book. These clubs often provide ways for students to expand their connections with the community and beyond, and can require equipment or travel.

University Regent Joe Allegretti is pictured with Father Beauchamp and 15 current students who directly benefit from his generosity. He and his wife, Helen, recently created 18 full-tuition scholarships as part of the RISE campaign. In total, the Allegrettis have funded 31 full University scholarships.

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YOUR SUPPORT CHANGES LIVESLast year, nearly 96 percent of our full-time undergraduate students received some form of financial aid to help pay for their education. Altogether, the Uni-versity awarded more than $85 million in financial assistance. These students hail from states around the nation and dozens of countries around the globe. They are motivated and caring young men and women who will bring their laughter and creativity to communi-ties far and near who are desperately searching for exactly these energies.

Kathya Acuña

Class of 2012

Born and raised in Colombia, Kathya is now a UP se-nior majoring in economics and political science. She and her family moved to Oregon as political refugees in 2002. The Father Michael Mulcaire Annual Schol-arship, which is designated to help students who major in economics or the social sciences, has sup-ported Kathya during her years at the University.

“We were forced to flee Colombia because my father was a politician dedicated to public service and representing the unheard voices of our nation. Start-ing over in a new country is never easy. My parents found themselves in unknown territory and in a very insecure financial situation, which made paying for college extremely difficult. Through the help and generosity of donors and scholarships, including the Father Michael Mulcaire Annual Scholarship, I have been able to pay for my education. It was my father’s career and dedication to public service that led us to where we are today, and I have dedicated my studies and my success to his honor. I inherited his passion for entrepreneurship, politics, and social justice, which led me to study economics and political sci-ence and to participate in the Entrepreneur Scholars program. But none of this would be possible without the financial assistance I was fortunate enough to receive.”

“I am proud to say that I am enjoying being part of the UP community more than ever. One of the strengths of the engineering program, in addition to classes, is the number of engineering-related extracurricular activities that I can pursue. This is the second year I have been part of UP’s American Society of Civil Engineers’ Concrete Canoe Team. We are going to design a concrete mixture that can be molded into a buoyant canoe and race it in a regional competition at the end of the school year. I am also the vice president of public relations for the UP chapter of Engineers Without Borders. My goal is to take this leadership role and utilize my knowledge to better serve others. I want to increase the involvement of engineering students and expand our fundraising efforts so that the chapter’s improvement project in Central America will have a greater impact on the community there. My schol-arship has allowed me to use the knowledge that I have gained at UP towards a real-world application.”

Sarah Cundiff

Class of 2013

Sarah, who is from Camas, Washington, is pursuing a degree in elementary education and will graduate in 2013. She knew this was the right career path for her after working with special needs children. The John Endowed Scholarship was created by Mr. and Mrs. Lester John in memory of his parents. It supports deserving University students.

“My dream of becoming a teacher started in high school when I decided to teach sign language to chil-dren, specializing in those who do not have another form of communication. One child who I focused on the most, Nathaniel, had Down Syndrome. I decided to make him my special priority and worked with him individually to see if sign language could make a difference in his ability to converse with others. The results were phenomenal. Nathaniel began under-standing signs and eventually started even speak-ing some of the words I taught him. I am excited to

Kurt Berning

Class of 2012

Central to the mission of the University is its com-mitment to service. Kurt took this role seriously and combined his efforts of helping others with his business skills learned from the Pamplin School of Business as a finance and operation management major and the Center for Entrepreneurship as an E-Scholar. These opportunities were made available to him because of the support he received from the Fairway Endowed Scholarship, the John G. and Jean Krautscheid Scholarship, and the Martin and Hortense David Endowed Scholarship.

“I spent a summer volunteering in Kenya with the Moreau Center for Service and Leadership where I taught business at a high school for two months. I also raised money to install electricity in the high school classrooms. I learned a substantial amount about Kenyan and African culture and will apply lessons learned there to strengthen the community at the University of Portland. Last year, I took part in the Entrepreneur Scholar program. Through the pro-gram, another E-Scholar and I started Global ADE, a non-profit organization, which has now raised more than $20,000 to strengthen education in develop-ing countries. I can truthfully say the University of Portland’s service, business, and academic programs are among the best in the world, but I wouldn’t have been able to have these experiences without the generous scholarships I received.”

Andrew Takahashi

Class of 2013

The Cora & John Volpe Scholarship, which is design-ed for engineering and computer science majors, allows students like Andrew to not only pursue aca-demics but also to make a difference in the lives of others. Andrew, who is from Honolulu, Hawaii, plans on putting his civil engineering skills to work before he graduates in 2013.

“I am proud to say that I am

enjoying being part of the UP

community more than ever. One

of the strengths of the engineering

program, in addition to classes,

is the number of engineering-

related extracurricular activities

that I can pursue.”

– Andrew Takahashi, class of ’13

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The Donald P. Shiley School of Engineering was dedicated in December 2010. The school is named for the late innovator and entrepreneur Donald Shiley ’51. The momentum gained in engineering from the renovation and expansion of Shiley Hall, of which the Shileys were the lead donors, spurred Darlene, a member of the University’s Board of Regents, to give an additional $8 million for engineering scholarships in honor of her husband. The Shileys total gift of $20 million is the largest in University history.

Don V. Romanaggi, M.D. Hall was named for benefactor and Board of Regents member Dr. Don Romanaggi ’56. Old Science Hall, which was built in 1936, was renovated and modernized because of his generous support. Don and his late wife Agnes also contributed to the creation of Swindells Hall and established the Romanaggi Endowed Scholarship in Science, which has directly helped 23 students since 1996.

Bauccio Commons was dedicated in September 2010, thanks to the vision and generosity of Fedele Bauccio ’64 ’66 MBA, founder and owner of Bon Appétit Management Company. The beautiful new dining facility, which was completely renovated and doubled in size, created numerous communal eating spaces and displays Bon Appétit’s long-held commitment to preparing food from scratch using socially responsible and sustainable ingredients.

Donald P. Shiley Hall opened in October 2009 and its 80,000 square feet of space make it one of the largest buildings on campus. Through the $12 million gift of the late Donald ’51 and Darlene Shiley, as well as those of thousands of generous alumni and friends, including Ed ’56 and Sharon Sweo, the building was trans-formed into one of the most energy-efficient and sustainable buildings on college campuses nationwide, earning LEED® Platinum certification. It now holds interactive “smart” classrooms equipped with audio-visual systems, numerous labs, spacious study rooms, faculty offices, and conference rooms.

The Bell Tower, completed in September 2009, is the realization of a long-time dream of the University to have a landmark symbol for the campus community that showcases the University’s Catholic character. A gift from D. Allen Lund, chairman of the University’s Board of Regents, and his wife, Kathleen, allowed the bell tower to become a reality.

The Marian Garden, rededicated in September 2009, exudes quiet grace with its labyrinth path, plantings, prayer stones, and bronze statue of Mary. It was installed through the generosity of George Galati ’54, his late wife Anne ’54, and the extended Galati family in memory of the Galati’s late daughter Margaret.

Fields and Schoenfeldt Halls, dedicated in August 2009, added 310 beds to campus and more than 108,000 square feet of residential living space. The halls are named to honor the late Fred and Suzanne Fields, whose generosity built the halls, as well as the late Rev. Arthur Schoenfeldt, C.S.C. , who was Suzanne’s brother. Both halls are LEED® Gold certified.

THE CAMPAIGN’S IMPACT ON CAMPUSIn the past two years, the University’s physical campus has seen incredible change with the construction or reno-vation of six major facilities. Without updates to the campus infrastructure, the University of Portland would not have the necessary space for innova-tion and creativity to flourish, and these places would not exist without our generous donors who lend their time, energy, and support to bring these projects to fruition.

incorporate sign language into my future classroom so as to help visual and kinesthetic learners thrive. I feel that I will be prepared to the best of my ability to teach future generations. The University places students in local primary and secondary classrooms their freshman year with goals and assignments that correspond to each college education course. I am very appreciative of the support I am receiving as it is helping me pursue my goal of becoming a teacher.”

Ashley Azadeh

Class of 2013

Ashley chose to major in biology so she can live out her dream of saving lives through medicine. The as-sistance she has received from John ’42 and Patricia Beckman is integral to her success because Ashley can stay close to home while pursuing this pas-sion. The Beckmans established the Brother Godfrey Vassallo, C.S.C. Scholarship more than twenty years ago, and it has helped dozens of worthy students like Ashley who are pursuing the study of science.

“I was thirteen when I discovered my interest in science. My mother suffered a severe stroke, which left her completely paralyzed on her left side. The

We believe that life’s most important lessons—the ideas that shape and

mold minds and hearts—are best learned in a community of mentors and

peers, and one of the greatest strengths here has always been the close rela-

tionship our students have with their professors.

doctors and nurses helped save my mom’s life, and I hope to be just like them someday. Not only was my mother’s life turned upside down, but mine as well. Now I am taking care of my mom, instead of my mom taking care of me. The University of Portland is the perfect school because it is close to home so I can commute to school and still take care of her. And the Brother Godfrey Vassallo, C.S.C. Scholarship has allowed me to take part in the University’s amazing science program. Not only has the scholarship given me the financial boost our single-income house needs, but also a boost of hope knowing that people like the Beckmans believe in me. When I become an alumna of the University of Portland, I too plan on helping worthy students with the cost of tuition.”

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WHY YOUR ANNUAL GIVING MATTERSGifts from alumni, parents, and friends are by far the largest single source of support for the University of Port-land Fund. Each gift, regardless of the amount, has a visible impact. Participa-tion is not only critical because of the dollars it provides to support important University programs and its students, but this support has much broader benefits as well.

The Importance of Alumni Participation The percentage of alumni who give plays an impor-tant role in how we rank against peer universities. U.S. News & World Report gives great weight to this number in its yearly report of the best universities in the west.

Alumni participation rates also are often used by foundations in their process of considering whether an institution should receive their support. Your support of the University further enhances its reputation in the community, increases the ways in which we can impact student lives, and positively influences the types of students who want to come to the University.

Results from “You are UP: Faculty and Staff October 2011 Campaign”Faculty and staff beat the benchmark! The Universi-ty’s first-ever Faculty and Staff Campaign Committee set a goal of increasing the number of faculty and staff who donate to UP to 40% of the community. Committee members were positive that once faculty and staff learned about the ways they could get

involved and how their support really makes a dif-ference, giving rates would increase. And when the final numbers were tallied, more than 50% of faculty and staff took part in this fundraising effort, which resulted in 325 total gifts—a 43% increase in the number of gifts received from the year prior. Kitty Harmon, Engineering Program Counselor and committee member says, “I arrived on The Bluff in April of 1990. UP quickly became more than a job; it’s my home away from home—I donate to the Paul and Wendy Dysle Memorial Engineering Scholar-ship because I want to help the next generation of students find their home on The Bluff as well.” To read more about why faculty and staff par-ticipate go to rise.up.edu.

PILOTS MAKING A DIFFERENCEUniversity of Portland student-athletes often are giving back even before they have left The Bluff. Danielle Foxhoven, now a senior, has had an incred-ible soccer career. She has been the WCC Freshman of the Year, national leader in scoring, All-American, Academic All-American, and a USA U-20 National Team player. But for all her success on the field, Danielle’s greatest accomplishment during her time

at UP may not have happened on Merlo Field. A marketing and management major in the Pamplin School of Business, she recently started her own nonprofit—Equipment Across Continents—which has provided nearly $2 million worth of athletic gear to social development programs around the world. Foxhoven, when asked about her experience at the University, noted, “I felt like I was a part of something much bigger, and would always be a part of it.” Members of the men’s and women’s basketball teams also are giving back, having recently played in wheelchairs in support of UP junior Sam Bridgman, a

team manager for the baseball team, who is afflicted with Friedreich’s Ataxia, a rare neuro-muscular disease that progressively attacks coordi-nation. The Pilots lost 32-10 against the experienced Oregon WheelBlazers, but they did raise more than $7,000 for the Friedreich’s Ataxia Research Alliance. Sam, who scored three times during the game, said “I’m grateful for all the support that people showed by attending and donating money to help find a cure.”

Pilots Competing Against the Best Year after year, the University features some of the nation’s top student-athletes—both in competition and in the classroom—despite being one of the nation’s smallest of the 345 Division I schools. This is made possible largely because of the generous commitment of donors, including those who an-nually become Pilot Club members. This support translates into funds for scholarships, equipment, travel, training, and more, and it has made a differ-ence. Over the past three years, five different teams have been nationally ranked among the country’s elite teams. More than 400 Pilot student-athletes were named to the Commissioner’s Honor Roll for earning a GPA of 3.0 or above. The men’s basketball team was in the top 5 nationally last year in three point shooting and has set records for total wins. And two student-athletes, both all-conference performers, were awarded prestigious Fulbright scholarships to do research abroad. With a gift of only $300, you can also become part of the Pilot Club and help make a difference to UP athletes. To find out more about our athletic program go to portlandpilots.com.

Varsity athletes help raise funds for baseball team manager Sam Bridgman (center of photo), who has a rare neuromuscular disease.

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RISE CAMPAIGN ANNOUNCEMENTSDonald T. Galarneau ’49 earned a degree in physics at the University, and worked for General Electric for 35 years as a field engineer. Through his gift of $150,000, the University was able to establish the “Don Galarneau ’49 Automated Manufacturing Lab” in the Shiley School of Engineering. Through the University’s matching gift program, the G.E. Foundation will contribute an additional $50,000 for two years.

Rich Baek ( ’93 master’s in electrical engineering and ’02 MBA) and business partner Summer Chien have made a significant financial commitment to the University’s Center for Entrepreneurship’s Launch Pad. These funds will support the Center’s annual $100K Challenge, a business plan competi-tion that provides financial resources and profes-sional services to the winning teams selected by the Launch Pad Investment Committee. Baek is the founder and president of VTM, Inc. and also serves as a University regent.

The University’s student government, Associated Students of the University of Portland (ASUP), authorized a resolution in the spring of 2011 that will provide $70,000 from student funds over three years to support the development of a much-need-ed Campus Recreation and Wellness Center.

Jack Teske, the father of four University of Portland graduates, has given $64,605 annually since the start of the campaign, which was directed to two previ-ously established Teske family endowed scholarships. These funds provide financial aid for students. These scholarships were established in memory of Jack’s first wife, Lois, and his brother Lloyd, both of whom passed away. His brother Lloyd, who arrived on The Bluff in 1939 and worked as a seminarian, school librarian, English instructor, and dean of the College of Liberal Arts.

Richard ’61 and Diane VansGrunsven pledged $250,000 to fund an experimental mechanics lab in Shiley Hall. Richard was part of the University’s ROTC program and worked for the U.S. Air Force for three years after graduation. In 1973, he founded Van’s Aircraft Inc., which is a top manufacturer of airplane kits in the world.

A $1.2 million bequest from the late Joe and Pearl Colatorti will support the Roger J. Colatorti Endowed Memorial Scholarship. The Colatortis established the scholarship in memory of their son, who graduated from the University in 1961 with a degree in educa-tion and passed away in 1989 at the age of 49 from pancreatic cancer. The scholarship will go to incoming freshmen who major in English and graduate from Central Catholic High School.

CAMPAIGN ARCHITECTJim Lyons

Vice President of University Relations

“The greatest accomplishment of the Rise Campaign is that it sets us up beautifully for the next twenty years of accomplishment and ambition. It has estab-lished the floor for the future. Five years from now, yes, you’ll be able to see the effects of the Campaign—a beautifully renovated library, a new Recreation and Wellness Center, prog-ress on the river campus—but the real and bigger effect will be on faculty and students. The additional stimulation and support we will be able to give them will be our greatest accomplishment. I don’t really think three years or five years into the future. My time span is more like twenty years from now. My vision is that the University will have more external recognition for its quality and creativ-

ity, much more financial assistance available for students, and much higher expectations for bringing its innovative spirit to the nation and beyond. We will also have more Latino students since that is where the American Catholic population is growing, especially in the West. Many of these students will be the first in their families to go to college. Preparing for this future is one of the

Long-time University benefactor and Regent, Earle M. Chiles, has given $2 million as part of the RISE campaign to help ensure the University’s iconic Chiles Center remains one of the West Coast’s premier athletic and con-vocation facilities. Rev. E. William Beauchamp, C.S.C. said “The enhancements will directly impact the student-athletes who are at the core of our mission. It will put our programs in a better position for success in recruiting student-athletes and then providing them with the best resources for success. From Virginia H. and Earle A. Chiles, for whom the Center is named, to their visionary son Earle M. Chiles, the family’s long-held commitment to the University of Portland and to the Congregation of Holy Cross has been pivotal in the University’s rise in national renown.” The funds will be used to modernize and expand the men’s locker rooms for basketball, soccer, baseball, and cross country; expand space for the strength and conditioning center; create a state-of-the-art student-athlete study area; and add additional administrative office space. A total of 10,365 square feet of new and remodeled space is expected to be completed by the start of the 2012-13 fall sports season. This is the latest in a series of recent improvements to the Chiles Center. In 2006, the University expanded and rebuilt the women’s student-athlete locker room facilities during a $1 million renovation. Upgraded weight room training equipment was added in 2008, and a four-sided, center-hung video board was installed in 2010.

reasons why we are having the Rise for Scholarships fundraising event this May—we want to be ready to help those students change their lives, change their families’ lives. That’s the heart of Catholic education, making college available for kids who might other-wise never get a chance. We’re very different today in many ways than even twenty years ago. This Campaign is about shar-ing our growth and vision with a broader audience, which is why we will be soon be embarking on our

“Rise on the Road” project in which take the Campaign out to donors and friends. I believe this is crucial to our long-term success because the vast majority of people we need to support the University in the years to come will never visit campus. The buildings are a symbol of our success and we certainly need them, but the University is far more than its buildings. We are superb teachers, innovative students, and creative alumni. We want to share these talents with the world more and more as the years go by. That’s or work, that’s our mission.”

John ’42 and Patricia Beckman have long been involved with the University. In 1974, John established the Brother Godfrey Vassallo, C.S.C. Endowed Scholarship to honor his professor who arranged an anonymous loan for him when he was a student. As part of the RISE campaign, the Beckmans established a matching gift scholarship (they will give $2 for every $1 donated up to $100,000) named for the University’s longtime events director Bill Reed. It will support junior and senior students with financial need. To learn more about the difference the Beck-mans have made, read Ashley Azadeh’s story on page 5.

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Annual “State of UP” Luncheon Portland, March 20, 2012 12:00-1:00 p.m., Multnomah Athletic Club University president Father Beauchamp shares the latest campus news and talks about the changes the RISE campaign is already making to the lives of students and faculty.

Founders Day and Scholarship Luncheon April 17, 2012Founders Day celebrates the work of the Univer-sity’s outstanding seniors with presentations, panel discussions, and recitals. The event is free and open to the public. The schedule is available three weeks before the event at up.edu. A luncheon recognizes scholarship donors for their generosity.

Reunion Weekend June 21-24, 2012This year’s highlights: golden and silver anniversaries for the classes of 1962 and 1987; new inductees in the athletic hall of fame; and celebration of the Univer-sity’s social fraternities and sororities.

Ireland Excursion August 31–September 8, 2012Select from two options: an intensive golf trip playing the most famous courses in the world or a cultural and religious tour of famous historic sites. For golf, contact Colin McGinty at 503.943.8005 or mcginty@up.edu; for the cultural tour, contact Laurie Kelley at 503.943.7202 or kelleyl@up.edu for more information.

50th Salzburg Anniversary— European Tour and Cruise of Europe September 6-18, 2013Join us in Europe to celebrate 50 years of the Univer-sity’s most popular and oldest study abroad program, the Salzburg program. The trip begins with four days in Salzburg followed by an optional cruise on the Danube. Contact the Office of Alumni Relations at 503.943.7328 or alumni@up.edu for more details.

UPCOMING EVENTS

May 10, 2012 RISE for Scholarships Each student is part of the fabric of our intellectual and cultural community and divergent experiences strengthen these threads. To ensure that every deserving student can attend the University of Portland, we must build the roads for them to travel upon. It is only by creating deeper and wider scholarship opportunities that the University can continue to attract a diverse group of smart, motivated students from around the nation and globe. This fun and festive evening also celebrates University president, Rev. E. William Beauchamp, C.S.C. as he completes his tenth year of service at the University of Portland and his 30th year as a Holy Cross priest. Sponsorship and table opportunities are available. To find out more how the power of your gift can make a difference to the young men and women at the University of Portland, contact chief marketing officer, Laurie Kelley at kelleyl@up.edu.

Spring gala—a benefit for deserving students with financial need.

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