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Don Green’s legacy lives on

After nearly 50 years in the classroom, Don Green has officially retired, but his positive influence in the Department of Chemical and Petroleum Engineering will continue — the Don Green Faculty Fellowship will see to that.

Hixson Opportunity Awards

Christina Hixson, of Las Vegas, Nev., created the Hixson Opportunity Awards, which provides 11 KU freshmen each year with $5,000 renewable scholarships.

Ansley Bender — Scholarship Recipient

At KU, Ansley Bender has found a school with a welcoming community that genuinely cares.

Beth Fentress — Scholarship Recipient

With scholarships, Beth Fentress was able to focus on her studies without the stress of paying for college.

John Handley — Scholarship Recipient

John Handley wanted to get an education independently, without having to worry about
student loan debt.

Isaiah Logan — Scholarship Recipient

The difference between in-state and out-of-state tuition was the deciding factor for Isaiah Logan to come to KU.

Evan Traylor – Scholarship Recipient

Evan Traylor felt as though KU was truly investing in his education when he received his scholarships.

Sam Walter – Scholarship Recipient

The largest higher education fundraising effort to date in the state, Far Above: The Campaign for Kansas, raised $1.66 billion, far exceeding its $1.2 billion goal.

Estate gift from KU alumnus and his wife enhances scholarship support for journalism students

A $1.36 million gift from the estate of the late KU alumnus John P. Kaiser and his wife, Mary Kaiser, will provide scholarship support for University of Kansas journalism students.