LOGAN – In a 12-month period ending June 30, 2025, Utah State University raised $68.8 million through over 29,500 contributions as part of its “Create Your Aggie Impact” campaign.
This included 15 record-breaking seven-figure gifts and broad support from 9,587 donors. Key initiatives funded were a new academic facility in Monument Valley, student access and opportunities, research, and faculty excellence, including a $5 million commitment for the Janet Q. Lawson Endowed Deanship.
Donor generosity also created 107 new endowed scholarships, providing over $4.3 million to 2,012 students. Faculty, staff, and alumni, including Barbara and Craig Warnes, and Glenn and Anne Wilde, also contributed significantly, fostering creativity and cultural understanding.
Donations came from all 50 states and 27 Utah counties, with Idaho, California, and Kansas leading out-of-state contributions.
The Aggie License Plate Scholarship Program has also contributed $3.25 million. Interim President Alan L. Smith emphasized that every donation strengthens programs, supports students, and transforms lives.