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Stewart Center Building Dedicated at UF

The remarkable generosity of James and Barbara Stewart was honored August 22 at the University of Findlay with the dedication of a building in their honor. “Jim and Barbara’s commitment of $5 million to the Findlay Fund represents one of the most significant unrestricted gifts in the University’s history,” UF President Richard Ludwick, J.D., D.Ed., […]

Largest Gift in University of Findlay History Announced

A leadership gift of $6 million, generously made by Billy ‘96 and Brenda Watterson to the University of Findlay to support building the new Watterson Center for Ethical Leadership on campus, was announced Thursday, April 7, 2022. The Watterson Center for Ethical Leadership will serve as a focal point on campus for the University’s College […]

Oilers Grateful for Donor Support During 24 Hours of Giving

University of Findlay students, faculty, staff, alumni, friends, and the local community joined together last week to support the annual #OilerUpGiveBack 24 Hours of Giving. More than 500 donors gave over $162,000 to help equip students for meaningful lives and productive careers. “24 Hours of Giving is a day that shows just how passionate our supporters are […]

#OilerUpGiveBack During University of Findlay’s 24 Hours of Giving

University of Findlay alumni, faculty, staff, students, and the Findlay community are invited to participate in 24 Hours of Giving, beginning at noon on Thursday, March 24 and ending at noon on Friday, March 25. This day of philanthropy is one of the largest fundraising events for the University each year, and raises funds that […]

Watterson’s $1M Gift to Benefit Findlay’s Environmental Program

A significant gift of $1,000,000 made through the generosity of Billy and Brenda Watterson to the University of Findlay’s Environment, Health, Safety, and Sustainability (EHSS) Program, was announced Friday, Oct. 8. Billy Watterson, CEO of Watterson Brands, said, “Brenda and I and are honored to make this investment in the EHSS program. Our goal is […]