Marshall announces partnership with Intuit, Spring Game set for April 12, Maier Foundation grants $1 million toward Marshall For All, and more!

Official Newsletter of the Marshall University Foundation and Alumni Association | April 2025

A letter from the president and CEO of the Marshall University Foundation

Dear Herd Community - I hope the first days of April are bringing you sunshine, warmth and excitement for what's ahead. It certainly is a busy month here at Marshall University, and as always, we are grateful for your connection and support of our beloved institution.

Staci and I are looking forward to a variety of festivities taking place on campus next week, including our first Spring Fountain Ceremony at 11:30 a.m. on Saturday, April 12, at the Memorial Student Center Plaza, and we invite all who are able to join us. Earlier that day, we will celebrate with more than 400 donors and Marshall students at our Scholarship Honor Brunch, and that night, will attend our first Alumni Awards Banquet at the Marshall Health Network Arena.

As a reminder, Marshall University's Day of Giving is set to take place April 23 and 24, 2025. This annual event, hosted by the Marshall University Foundation, spans 1,837 minutes, symbolizing the university's founding year, and encourages alumni, faculty, staff and supporters to contribute to various initiatives that align with their passions, such as scholarships, academic programs, student organizations and campus facilities.

This year, you can engage in challenges, matching gifts and incentives. Additionally, if you would like to become an official Day of Giving ambassador, please reach out to Griffin Talbott at griffin.talbott@marshall.edu or visit givingday.marshall.edu.

Finally, I encourage all our friends and alumni to join Herd Connections. Herd Connections is Marshall University's innovative "Refer a Friend" program, empowering students, alumni, faculty and staff to grow the Thundering Herd community. By submitting a simple referral form, participants can help prospective students discover their place at Marshall. The admissions team provides personalized outreach to referred individuals, guiding them through the application process. As a token of appreciation, both the referrer and the referred student receive exclusive Marshall swag upon successful enrollment. Learn more below!

Thank you for all that you do in support of Marshall and Go Herd!

Nico

Marshall University News

Marshall and Intuit forge strategic partnership

Marshall University and Intuit have announced a new strategic partnership aimed at advancing education and driving economic growth across the state of West Virginia. The collaboration is designed to empower students, foster innovation and strengthen the local economy through a multifaceted approach.

Spring football game set for Saturday, April 12

Marshall University Athletics will host its Spring Game at 3 p.m. Saturday, April 12, at Joan C. Edwards Stadium.

Prior to the game, the public is invited to the Spring Fountain Ceremony at 11:30 a.m. at the Memorial Student Center Plaza. Jesse Smith, a member of the Young Thundering Herd and 1974 team captain, will serve as the keynote speaker.

Marshall University announces Herd Connections program

Marshall University has introduced Herd Connections, a referral program that connects prospective students to Marshall and guides them through the application process.

Are you an alumnus, faculty or staff member? Help connect future students to Marshall by submitting referrals at www.marshall.edu/herd-connections.

Maier Foundation grants $1 million toward Marshall For All

The Marshall University Foundation has announced the Maier Foundation has granted $1 million toward the Marshall For All program.

“I want to sincerely thank the Maier Foundation for answering the call to support our Marshall For All program,” said Brad D. Smith, president of Marshall University.

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Foundation News

18 Days Until Day of Giving: 1837 Minutes for Marshall

Marshall University alumni and supporters will have an opportunity to make their mark on the university during the annual Day of Giving: 1837 Minutes for Marshall, which spans two days - April 23 and 24.

Hosted by the Marshall University Foundation, the virtual event gives the Marshall family an opportunity to join together and make a lasting impact on Marshall's students.

Early giving begins April 12 and you may sign up to become an ambassador by clicking the link below!

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Richard and Katrina Mailloux endow scholarship

The Marshall University Foundation has announced a gift of $25,000 to endow the BDY Studios Scholarship for Entrepreneurship to benefit students in the Lewis College of Business and Brad D. Smith Schools of Business.

This scholarship is endowed by Richard and Katrina Mailloux, owners of BDY Studios in Barboursville and Huntington, West Virginia, and Kate’s Ace Hardware in Daniels, West Virginia. The Maillouxes made a $10,000 gift in 2018 to establish the scholarship fund.

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Alumni News

Annapolis Chapter hosting scholarship fundraiser

The Annapolis Marshall University Alumni Chapter is raising funds for its scholarship!

The deadline to order is Monday, April 7, at noon.

The chapter formed in 2023, established its scholarship in 2024, and awarded its first scholarship recipient this spring semester. The chapter received the Emerging Chapter Award at the 2024 Alumni Awards Banquet.

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Two dozen awards to be given during Annual Alumni Awards Banquet

The Marshall University Alumni Association will host its 86th Annual Alumni Awards Banquet presented by Marshall Health Network on Saturday, April 12, 2025, at the Marshall Health Network Arena.

Two dozen awards will be given to esteemed alumni, including Distinguished Alumnus, Distinguished Alumna, Outstanding Community Achievement and Distinguished Young Alumnus.

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Class Notes

Class notes are a great way to stay up-to-date with news from former classmates and other alumni, faculty and staff, and other members of the Marshall family!