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Truman State University Foundation Celebration
THE FOUNDATION CELEBRATION took place April 11, honoring the impact alumni and friends make a Truman through philanthropy. new members of Truman's prestigious giving societies were recognized, and Jennifer D. Austin ('92,'93) was bestowed with the President's Leadership Award for her years of engagement and generosity. As a partner at KPMG, Austin played a key
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Truman graduates pursue careers they find deeply meaningful. Their successes prove the value of a liberal arts and sciences education and show why it is the best bet for the future. CENTURIES FROM NOW, historians may one day categorize this period as the era of data. From business analytics to sports statistics to what social
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ALUMNI MEMBERS of the Phi Lambda Chi/Phi fraternity donated more than $130,000 to establish the Phi Lamb Scholarship endowment. Steve Clem ('73) shared, "Fraternities and sororities are as valuable now as ever. They build character, develop leadership abilities and establish community bonds that last a lifetime. It is an honor to support those ideals in
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Expanding Community, Creating Opportunity
Suhani Patel is making the most of her Truman experience by developing connections. LITTLE THINGS CAN MAKE A BIG DIFFERENCE. When Suhani Patel visited Truman, it was in the dead of winter, before students were back on campus. Sidewalks had yet to be cleared after a storm, and a major construction project was underway in
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Matthew Doyle (PwC) Accounting Scholarship
LONGTIME Truman Accountancy Advisory Board member Matthew "Matt" Doyle ('00,'02) passed away unexpectedly, Jan. 17, 2026. In honor of his career, friends and coworkers established a scholarship with matching gifts from PricewaterhouseCoopers, LLP (PwC). With more than $300,000 in gifts, this endowed scholarship is anticipated to generate more than $12,000 annually in scholarship support for
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From Alumni Support to Student Opportunity
INTERNSHIPS ARE AN INVALUABLE PART of a student's education, providing practical experience that connects classroom learning to real-world challenges. As Truman looks to the future, the University's new strategic plan emphasizes intentional curricular and co-curricular opportunities to prepare students for life beyond the classroom. By building essential professional skills within the richness of a liberal