St. Thomas Secures $82 Million Gift for First-Generation Student Success

By Olivia.sanchez · Inside Higher Ed · 2026-09-18

Inside Higher Ed reports that the University of St. Thomas has received the largest donation in its history to fund support structures for low-income students. The $82 million gift from the Ciresi Walburn and Michael V. and Ann C. Ciresi foundations will establish dedicated cente

Inside Higher Ed reports that the University of St. Thomas has received the largest donation in its history to fund support structures for low-income students. The $82 million gift from the Ciresi Walburn and Michael V. and Ann C. Ciresi foundations will establish dedicated cente