School of Physical Sciences Excellence Fund
We all know how tough it can be to get started — whether it’s landing a spot in a lab, finding a community or just figuring out how to navigate college. That’s why paying it forward matters.
The School of Physical Sciences Excellence Fund is a flexible financial resource that enables Dean Hrycyna to respond quickly to needs and opportunities that may not fit within a predefined budget. The fund’s importance lies in its adaptability and support for various strategic initiatives.
Every student deserves the chance to thrive, and your gift is the spark that drives their success. Through your support, you will impact game-changing programs like The Summer Program for Undergraduate Research in Science (SPURS) which gives students a paid, hands-on research experience, and The Transfer Research Experience (T-REx) which helps transfer students get into labs before their first class even begins — so they don’t feel like they’re already behind before they even get started.
It also strengthens student organizations, where students build connections, learn from mentors and gain the confidence to present their work. These communities remind them they’re not alone, helping them push through challenges and thrive. And just as importantly, it helps fund scholarships, ensuring financial barriers don’t stop talented students from succeeding.
For many, these opportunities make all the difference. Now, you have the chance to make that possible for someone else. No matter the size, every gift helps create opportunities, open doors and shape the future of science. Let’s lift each other up and keep the cycle going!
Your gift is the catalyst — launching careers, sparking discoveries and empowering students to make the breakthroughs of tomorrow.