Jim and Patricia Anderson donated $50 million to Wayne State University's College of Engineering, marking the institution's largest gift ever. This funding will support doctoral fellowships, enhance undergraduate experiences, and establish a dean's fund dedicated to recruiting researchers in mobility, energy storage, and artificial intelligence. The college will be renamed in their honor, reflecting their commitment to STEM education and innovation. The Andersons previously supported the creation of an institute promoting commercial technology applications. Jim Anderson emphasized the vital impact of quality STEM education in transforming lives and communities.
The $50 million donation is aimed at funding doctoral fellowships, enhancing undergraduate experiences, and establishing a dean's fund focused on mobility, energy storage, and AI.
Jim Anderson highlighted the transformative power of STEM education, stating that it creates opportunities for high-paying careers and fosters innovation.
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