Everybody’s Journey is Different

“The beauty of the Journey campaign is it gives people opportunities that are meaningful to them.”

— FHSU President Tisa Mason

Fort Hays State University is in the midst of the largest, most ambitious, fundraising campaign in school history – the Journey campaign. Each and every gift means an education, a strong university, a bright future, lives changed and dreams made true for students.

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One Scholarship

One scholarship is what tipped the scales for the former FHSU Student Body President. Hear from Brad DeMers about how scholarships, even a small one, can mean so much to a student.

More Journey Stories

Journey campaign raises over $112 million for Fort Hays State University

All good things must come to an end, and Fort Hays State University’s Journey campaign – the largest fundraising campaign in university history – is no exception. The Journey campaign kicked off...

Schmidt Foundation Center for Art and Design dedicated at FHSU

On the sunny morning of August 20, the Tiger community came together to celebrate Fort Hays State University’s new, stunning Schmidt Foundation Center for Art and Design and to commemorate its...

FHSU Foundation trustees contribute more than $16 million to the university’s Journey campaign

As the end of Fort Hays State University’s $100 million Journey campaign draws near, the Foundation reflected on the many generous donations of not only money, but also time and talent, received...

Support The Fort during first-ever FHSU Giving Day

This past year has been one of hardship, change, and distress for many Fort Hays State University students. However, it has also been a year of resilience, strength, and community. Just as Tiger...

FHSU design student surprised with $1,000 award

“Kerri, that’s cooler than a Canadian coolfront.” Those words reaffirmed to Kerri Soukup that she belonged in the graphic design program at Fort Hays State University. Her success after graduating...

Schmidt Foundation offering 5 full-ride scholarships at FHSU

It has been proven time and time again that hard work and dedication can change a student’s life. The Schmidt Foundation wants to be part of that change for Fort Hays State University students on...

Ella Rayburn looks back to make an impact at FHSU

Ella Rayburn found a love for two things early in life: National Parks and Fort Hays State University. Ella’s family was spread across the country when she was younger. A trip to see grandparents...

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...

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.

Couple creates math, physics scholarships at FHSU

An alumnus of Fort Hays State University and his wife have established two scholarships to help students at the university, one for mathematics and another for physics.

You can change a student’s journey.

The size of the gift doesn’t matter.

You just need to believe that a stronger Fort Hays State University is better for everyone.