Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. School of Education
Empowering Future Educators and Leaders
At Fisher, tomorrow’s teachers, librarians, administrators, and executive leaders begin their journey. Your support ensures they receive the training, resources, and experiences necessary to become compassionate, skilled, and innovative professionals who will shape the future of education.
The Fisher Fund: Investing in Education’s Future
Contributions to the Fisher Fund for the Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. School of Education play a crucial role in preparing the next generation of educators and leaders. Your generosity fosters innovative learning experiences and impactful training, creating lasting change in classrooms and communities.
How Your Support Makes a Difference
- Innovative Programs – Expanding undergraduate inclusive education programs to equip future educators with the skills to teach diverse populations, including students with disabilities.
- Hands-On Experience – Providing student-teaching and immersive learning opportunities guided by expert faculty.
- Research & Innovation – Advancing studies on curriculum development, educational technology, and teaching practices to improve education locally and nationally.
- Leadership Development – Strengthening the Education Doctorate in Executive Leadership (Ed.D.) program to prepare graduates for key leadership roles in education, healthcare, and nonprofit sectors.
- Faculty Excellence – Supporting expert educators who cultivate critical skills, ethical leadership, and community engagement.
Your support through the Fisher Fund ensures the Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. School of Education continues to grow, innovate, and empower the next generation of education leaders. Thank you for being a part of this vital mission.
The 2:1 giving match from Elizabeth ’11 and John Leonard has been met! Thank you to the Leonards for offering this generous match and the donors who were inspired to leverage their gifts for more impact.
119 days ago by Maherly SchaefferFisher employees answered the call with 100 donors to unlock a $2,500 gift from former employee Bob Heerkens and his wife, Tarri.
Every day, faculty and staff give their all for Fisher and its students with the goal of providing a transformational experience. Thank you to Fisher employees and Bob and Tarri Heerkens for your generosity.
119 days ago by Maherly Schaeffer
The Spire Society is the backbone of the Fisher Fund. We are challenging 20 new members to joined the esteemed ranks of the Spire Society before the end of I Heart Fisher Giving Day. These Fisher Fund leaders invest in and enhance the Fisher experience, making it available to all who wish to learn and grow here.
Thank you to the following individuals who have joined or renewed their Spire Society membership in honor of I Heart Fisher Giving Day:
Richard '73 & Janice Agin
David '06 and Paula Bocciolatt
James A. ’70 and Maureen Bowers
Robert W. Burgdorf, Esq. ’84 and Rosellen J. Burgdorf ’84
Daniel ‘69 and Ann Colby
Ed Donnelly ’83 and Tom Schnorr
Bernie Fischette '79
Tricia Gatlin and Kim Vroman
Rev. Joseph A. Hart ’68
Mark ’86 and Leslie Johnson
Jill R. Knittel ’94, ’03 (MBA)
Joellen Maples
Kenneth McAlpin ’77, ’87 (MBA) and MaryAnn McAlpin
E. Robert ’68 and Susan W. Moline
Marcie ’94 and John Nicastro
Nixon Peabody LLP
Linda Paulmeno Sewell '81
Michael J. ’79 and Ann Plunkett
Leon T. Sawyko, Esq. ’66 and Anne O. Sawyko
Skip ’72 and Patty Streber
Dr. Daniel D. Tessoni ’69 and Martha L. Tessoni
James ’83 and Mary Jo ’89 Valenti
Thomas R. Wahl '78
Donna '76 & Christopher Young
120 days ago by Amanda GlannDonors
View All Donors