Bridge Builders
Texas A&M University-Commerce employees commit themselves each day to making A&M-Commerce a strong and vibrant institution. A&M-Commerce faculty and staff also contribute financially to a wide range of scholarships and programs. Faculty and staff gifts are a demonstration that those who know A&M-Commerce best, believe in its future and its mission. Make YOUR gift today!Why we give
Alicia Wittkopf
I give because I have walked in those shoes; being a student with a family is difficult. My gifts lighten that load.
Randy Jolly
I give because I see the energy and delight and hard work our student workers provide and the impact they have on our department. All that while studying hard and trying to do their best. It's exciting. Thanks Bridge Builders for providing the opportunity to give back and for making a difference in students' lives.
Josh Thompson
I know my gift does not amount to much – most of my charitable giving goes through my church. But I participate in Bridge Builders not because of my individual gift, but because my giving goes together with other members of our team, faculty, staff, all other employees. I want to be counted, not for what I individually give, but because I participate in a team that together supports the work of this great institution.
Donna Tavener
I give because students are the reason we have the university and being able to assist students with their dreams to complete their degree makes me feel good.
Tim Willett
I give to pay it forward. I like the fact that I can request my donation to go to a wide variety of opportunities.
Patsy A. Boshears
As a graduate of this university, my life was changed through the commitment of the professors, many of whom are still here! Their passion for teaching and "making a difference" instilled in me a sense of pride as well as responsibility to future generations of students. I give to "build bridges" toward hope for better tomorrows.
Chester Robinson
I give because I believe in what we're doing here – because we care about our students and their success. A&M-Commerce has a long history of nurturing students AND making a college education a reality for students who may not be able to have one were it not for the initial foresight of Professor Mayo. By giving back, I continue to help make Professor Mayo's dream a reality.
Jane Martyn
I give because I believe in helping students achieve success. I would not have made it through college without the help of scholarships and financial aid. Even a little bit can add up!
Janet Anderson
I give to help make a difference. I like the fact that I can designate where I want to give. I know that my gift combines with those of my co-workers and together we are making a difference in helping students achieve their goals.
Rick Miller
I give because this is one of the most exciting places in higher education to be right now... we are creating programs and developing people that truly will change the world. It's great to be a part of something that makes a difference!
Judy Edelhauser
I give because of the programs that were available for my son as he was going through his undergraduate program here at A&M University-Commerce. I am proud of the education that he received and I like knowing my little bit of help may be helping someone else's son or daughter receive a quality education.
Brian Zator
I give because I care about the atmosphere my students work and learn. Contributing to the new Music Building is a privilege. Through our cumulative donations, I know that the current, future and past students will be able to benefit in ways that go beyond what I can do for them in lessons, rehearsals and classroom teaching.
Philippe Seminet
I give because together we can make a difference, and the more we support the university and its students, the greater the cumulative effect. I also think it behooves us to return the gift when we can, having once been recipients ourselves.
Rusty Waller
Many years ago, I was struggling trying to go to school, work and raise a family. Just as I reached the point of despair, I received a check from a donor who wanted to help me reach my educational goals. Giving to others is one way of repaying this debt.
Chris Green
I give because I want others to have the same opportunity for a college education at a great institution that I was given when I was young. My education has led to a wonderful, rewarding career in which I make a difference in the world by helping others. That, to me, is more important than making a lot of money or receiving a lot of recognition.
Paige Bussell
Bridge Builders is an opportunity for me to give back to the University and help others. Texas A&M University-Commerce has opened more doors for me than I ever dreamed possible. I was fortunate to be able to have amazing faculty and continue through my work with many of the same ones. I have watched the university transition over the last few years and am so proud to be a part of all of it. I hope by contributing it will help others aspire to become all they can and reach for the stars.
R. N. Singh
It has been a pleasure working at A&M-Commerce during the past 40 years. Raising children in Commerce has been also a great benefit to my family. My two daughters had a great time in the CISD and spending some time at the university as well. They had no problem transferring to UT Austin, one in the College of Engineering and other in the School of Pharmacy. I have never regretted making choices to pursue my profession successfully and lead a productive family life.
Russell Shetler
I give because I know that my donation, combined with others, is an investment in students that may become our future leaders.
