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Professor's $8 million estate gift boosts Reed College
Original: In 2011, Oregon biology professor Helen Stafford left Reed College $8 million; most went to student aid, while $1 million supported the department
Oregon biology professor Helen Stafford left Reed College $8 million in her will in 2011. Most of the money was directed toward student financial aid, with $1 million designated to support the college's biology department. The bequest stands as a significant act of philanthropy from a longtime faculty member, drawing renewed attention to how estate gifts shape small liberal arts colleges and their ability to fund scholarships and academic programs.
Why now: The scale and generosity of the bequest, directed largely to student aid, is drawing renewed public interest.
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Evidence
- In 2011, Oregon biology professor Helen Stafford left Reed College $8 million; most went to student aid, while $1 million supported the department · The Times of India
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