FHSU Foundation News
Fred Ruda honored with lobby named in his memory at Fort Hays State
Family and friends have come together with contributions large and small to honor the late Dr. Fred Ruda, or “Doc” as his students fondly called him. Ruda was known as a father, a husband, and a longtime faculty member and chair for the Department of Technology...
Longtime CFO at Fort Hays State Foundation plans to retire next year
Following a successful tenure of more than two decades, Francine Hestermann plans to retire in October 2021 from her position as Chief Financial Officer for the Fort Hays State University Foundation. She joined the FHSU Foundation as CFO in 1997 and says the thought...
Fischli-Wills Center for Student Success powered by philanthropy
A new Center for Student Success is coming to life on the campus of Fort Hays State University, thanks in part to the support of generous alumni and donors. The Fischli-Wills Center for Student Success was strategically designed with a one-stop shop...
FHSU Foundation Welcomes 8 New Members to its Board of Trustees
The Fort Hays State University Foundation recently appointed eight new members to its Board of Trustees: Jeremy Capo, Alan DeGood, Brian DeWitt, Tamra Kemper, Bobb Meckenstock, Jerry Moran, Maynard Oliverius, and Bryan VonFeldt. The eight new trustees added to the...
Long-time FHSU supporters start scholarship for chemistry majors
It’s been more than 60 years since Gary and Ila Hulett graduated together from Fort Hays State University. And it’s been more than 20 years since the husband-wife duo retired from teaching at their beloved alma mater. But their love and dedication have not waned – for...
Couple creates math, physics scholarships at FHSU
Impressive Career Began With Two FHSU Degrees Merrill Milham, retired research physicist, and Dr. Ann Davidoff, a retired professor, created the Milham-Wasinger-Davidoff Mathematics Scholarship and the Milham-Wasinger-Davidoff Physics Scholarship. Milham...
Mark & Simone Werth: 20+ years of FHSU support
A Fort Hays State University Family “When we were students, the faculty at Fort Hays State University were truly interested in our success, both in the classroom and following graduation,” said Simone Werth, who graduated from FHSU in 1993 with a degree in office...
Morrison Foundation gift makes Cheyenne Bottoms video possible
A new introductory video of Cheyenne Bottoms is available for visitors to the Kansas Wetlands Education Center near Great Bend. The 15-minute video provides visitors with an overview of Cheyenne Bottoms and a glimpse of what they may see on a tour through the...
FHSU alumnus creates two scholarships with $2.5 million estate plan
"My parents were smart enough to insist that I attend college after graduating from Hays High School in 1961,” said Dr. Allen Webster. With Fort Hays State University nearby, Webster was able to attend the university at minimal cost by living at home. With a gift to...