David A. Duffield's historic $100 million pledge to Cornell Engineering will enable substantial expansion of Duffield Hall, creating new facilities for the School of Electrical and Computer Engineering. This donation will provide critical lab spaces for strategic research, reflecting Duffield's commitment to nurturing future generations of engineers. As a recognized entrepreneur and founder of notable software companies like PeopleSoft, he has previously contributed significantly to Cornell, with this latest contribution aiming to further elevate the university's research and educational capabilities.
"Dave Duffield is an extraordinary philanthropist and a truly visionary Cornellian," said Interim President Michael I. Kotlikoff. "His generosity has already immeasurably enhanced the quality of the university's research, education, and campus life, and he continues to find and pursue new avenues for advancing Cornell's mission."
"I was fortunate as a student at Cornell to be introduced to early mainframe computers and the quickly changing nature of technology," Duffield said. "This opportunity laid the foundation for my career, and I'm pleased to give back by supporting the education of future generations."
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