Moments that Matter

Valley Co-op for Athletics is a community-powered movement that strengthens Fresno State Athletics by supporting student-athlete recruitment, retention, and development. Modeled after agricultural co-ops, it invites broad participation to fund essentials like nutrition and travel—ensuring every gift has a real impact.

Launched with a transformational matching gift from Jami Hamel DeLaCerda, this initiative inspires collective investment in student-athlete success and the pride of the Valley.

Foundations for Success empowers first- and second-year engineering students through personalized advising, block-scheduled core classes, and a shared introductory curriculum. The program has strengthened retention, fostered belonging, and positioned the Lyles College of Engineering as a model for student success.

The Semiconductor Academy at the Lyles College of Engineering is preparing the next generation of leaders for one of the world’s most critical industries. With expanded courses, state-of-the-art labs, and hands-on research, students gain the skills and experience to thrive in semiconductor innovation and manufacturing.

This initiative positions Fresno State as a hub for semiconductor education—powering the Valley’s economy and the global technology landscape.

The Innovation Fund fuels creativity and real-world problem solving by giving every engineering team the resources to bring their capstone projects to life. It empowers students to turn bold ideas into tangible solutions—strengthening experiential learning, driving innovation, and preparing graduates to make an immediate impact.

This endowment will ensure future generations of Fresno State engineers have the support to complete this transformative capstone experience.

The AI Institute is Fresno State’s campus-wide hub for immersive AI learning and innovation. Integrated across every college, unit, and service, it equips students, faculty, staff, and the community with real-world fluency to lead with AI in their fields.

Building on the AI Campus portal, Task Force, and AI services, the Institute delivers ethical, human-centered literacy and hands-on practice for learning, teaching, research, and workforce needs. This initiative positions Fresno State as the Valley’s AI leader—preparing graduates, faculty, and organizations to thrive in the AI economy.

The Endowed Mobile Health Unit Directorship will create a dedicated leadership role to guide Fresno State’s two Mobile Health Units—expanding culturally respectful, free healthcare across the Valley while providing critical clinical training for students.

Since 2015, the units have served nearly 18,000 patients at more than 290 sites, trained over 4,200 students, and generated 23,000+ service-learning hours. This endowment will sustain that impact by strengthening partnerships, resupplying essential materials, and ensuring this life-changing outreach continues for generations.

Study Abroad opens doors to life-changing experiences that prepare Fresno State students to thrive in a global economy and a diverse Central Valley. Through semester, yearlong, and faculty-led programs across the world, students gain adaptability, intercultural fluency, and leadership skills that employers and communities need most. This initiative will ensure that every student has access to the transformative power of studying abroad that expands horizons, shapes careers, and elevates the value of a Fresno State degree.

Endowed deanships, chairs, faculty fellowships, and coaching positions invest directly in the people who shape Fresno State’s excellence. These prestigious appointments attract and retain top academic and athletic leaders, fuel innovation in teaching and research, and provide students with unparalleled mentorship. By sustaining the talent at the heart of the university, these endowments ensure Fresno State continues to inspire, compete, and lead at the highest level.

The Nursing Simulation Center will unite local hospitals and organizations to create an off-campus facility where advanced patient simulators provide lifelike clinical training. By pooling resources and technology, this initiative will strengthen interdisciplinary learning, enhance skill development, and position Fresno State as a regional leader in healthcare education and innovation.

Sikh and Punjabi Studies will support a faculty position and part-time lecturer in Sikh and Punjabi religion, culture, philosophy, or literature. It will create a vibrant academic home for one of the world’s major faith traditions. This program will deepen cultural understanding, amplify diverse voices, and position the university as a regional leader in South Asian scholarship. This initiative will bring visibility, respect, and scholarly distinction to the Valley.