Superior Give-A-Thon is a time of encouraging yearly gifts to Lake Superior State University from alumni, friends, faculty and staff. Help us raise $20,000 in support of the Fund for LSSU, Laker Club & the Superior Simulation Center! Superior Give-A-Thon runs from February 13 through May 5, 2023.
The Superior Give-A-Thon call team is made up of students from a variety of regions and encompassing various majors. Our students enjoy speaking with Alumni and friends of the University and endeavor to make a true ‘connection’ with each phone call. We look forward to speaking with you soon!
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Planned Giving with Lake Superior State University |
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The Sault/Loretto High School Scholarship was a most fortunate recipient of contributions from reunion events of the Class of 1956, Class of 1962, and a special presentation from the Class of 1972 during their reunion dinner held on the campus of Lake Superior State University.
In addition, LSSU received a very generous estate trust gift designated to the scholarship in memory of Sault High School Class of 1927 alumnus, John E. Brown. “We appreciate the local schools and the city where we grew up,” said Mimi Wirtanen, Class of 1972 reunion committee chair, “This was a wonderful opportunity to give back to the community and to the university that many of us attended.”
Accumulated contributions of $5,000 or more create an annual perpetual scholarship in honor of an individual named by the donor, such as the Sault High Class of 1972, which with their recent contribution, created their own named scholarship.
To learn more about scholarships, estate planning or other ways to support LSSU through your personal gift planning, contact the LSSU Advancement Office, (906) 635-2665 or send an e-mail to foundation@lssu.edu. You may also visit lssu.giftlegacy.com for gift planning information and brochures.
Pictured: Dr. Tom Robinson (right), Sault/Loretto High School Scholarship committee chair with members of the Sault Area High School Class of 1972 for a special check presentation during their August 27th class reunion on the campus of Lake Superior State University.
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Lake Superior State University President Dr. Rodney S. Hanley and his wife, Sara Gunhus-Hanley, have created a scholarship that will provide financial assistance to students who excel in their contributions to the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, and allied community (LGBTQ+) at LSSU.
Known as the Rodney S. Hanley and Sara Gunhus-Hanley LGBTQ+ Endowed Scholarship, it will benefit a student who exemplifies leadership and service within the university LGBTQ+ community, study, and research vis-à-vis LGBTQ+ issues and a commitment to supporting the progress of LGBTQ+ civil rights movements. This scholarship, worth $1,200 annually, is the first of its kind at LSSU.
“Sara and I are proud to be able to create this scholarship at LSSU. We both recognize the importance and responsibility of the university to promote diversity, equity, and inclusion among faculty, staff, and students,” said Dr. Hanley, who with his wife committed $31,000 for the scholarship. “Diversity within a university community not only promotes a healthy and robust learning environment but also promotes social justice for all.”
To learn more about the Rodney S. Hanley and Sara Gunhus-Hanley LGBTQ+ Endowed Scholarship, or about establishing a scholarship or supporting an existing fund at Lake Superior State University, contact the LSSU Advancement Office at 906-635-2665 or foundation@lssu.edu. Those who wish to make a gift may also visit advancement.lssu.edu/give-today.
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Lake Superior State University Hosts Laker Basketball Alumni Reunion
Former players, coaches and Laker fans were welcomed back at the Cooper Gym for the annual Laker Basketball Alumni Reunion Weekend on February 17 & 18.
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Student leaders from the University Student Activities Board went to Louisville, Kentucky to book exciting and engaging events for campus!
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Engineering's Fluid Mechanics class toured the Soo Locks.
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The Lake Superior State University track and field program competed at the 2023 GLIAC Indoor Track and Field Championships. The men earned a seventh place finish as a team while the women finished ninth overall. Individually, the Lakers set a combined 23 new personal records. Read More.
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The Lake Superior State University hockey program came away with a 4-2 victory over the Ferris State Bulldogs on February 25 to wrap up the regular season with a sweep and eliminating the Bulldogs from home ice contention. Read More.
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The Lake Superior State University men's basketball team battled for a 82-80 victory on the road against the Davenport Panthers on Saturday, February 25. Read More.
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The Lake Superior State University women's basketball program concluded the regular season with a dominant 67-40 victory over the Davenport Panthers on February 25, sweeping the regular season series. Read More.
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The Lake Superior State University men's tennis program split their weekend matches with a 4-3 victory over the Ashland Eagles on February 18 after falling to the Walsh Cavaliers by a score of 4-3 the day prior. Read More.
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The Lake Superior State women's tennis program picked up their first win of the season with a 6-1 victory over the Lawrence Tech Blue Devils on February 11. Read More.
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Join your fellow Lakers for Lake Superior State University Night at Little Caesars Arena on Sunday, March 19. All attendees who purchase their ticket through the LSSU specific link receives a co-branded Lakers and Pistons quarter zip jacket! A portion of the proceeds will support the Lake Superior State University Alumni Association. |
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On the Road with Laker Basketball |
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Local Laker Basketball Alumni recently sponsored the team meal as both Laker Men's and Women's Basketball finished up the regular season with a road trip to Grand Rapids to take on Grand Valley and Davenport. A special thank you to all the alumni who came out to show their support! |
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February's Photo of the Month features Alumna and Board of Trustees member, Pat Caruso '75, and her family with the Laker Hockey team. They hosted the Lakers at their home for a team dinner prior to the end of the regular season. The Caruso family, who are some of our biggest supporters, continued the tradition this season of former Lakers sponsoring meals for the team.
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