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Giving to TXST in 2025

The impact of giving reached every corner of Texas State, from scholarships that expand access to programs and research that shape what’s possible.

Whether your passions are the arts, athletics, research, healthcare, or molding the minds of our future leaders, every gift has the capacity to make an impact at Texas State. We create a community where students thrive, ideas flourish, and the Bobcat spirit continues to inspire generations to come.

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Carrying Forward Abby’s Light: The Abigail Parker Memorial Scholarship

To honor Abby's life and legacy, her established the Abigail Parker Memorial Scholarship, supporting students pursuing middle-level teacher certification in Social Studies or Core Subjects. 
Texas State University leadership with members of the Concrete Industry Management Foundation holding a check for one million dollars

Building a solid foundation: Strengthening the concrete workforce

The Concrete Industry Management (CIM) Patrons Foundation Board at Texas State University has unanimously approved a landmark $1 million endowment to support the CIM program.
Texas State nursing students and President Kelly Damphousse with Christus Santa Rosa leadership at the signing ceremony

Texas State University, CHRISTUS Health partner to strengthen nursing education, workforce

The collaboration will provide TXST nursing students with focused clinical experiences within CHRISTUS Santa Rosa Hospital-San Marcos.
Mitchell Ward and Pam Willis-Ward presenting their 2 million dollar check on the Texas State football field

$2 Million Gift from Mitchell Ward and Pam Wills-Ward for New Athletic Academic Center

In recognition of their transformational gift, the university will name the new building the Mitchell Ward and Pam Wills-Ward Athletic Academic Center.
Taylor Sheridan

Taylor Sheridan has entrusted his creative archive to the Wittliff Collections

Sheridan, a proud TXST alum and honorary doctorate recipient, joins the legacy of storytellers like Cormac McCarthy, Larry McMurtry, and Bill Wittliff preserved at The Wittliff.
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Building Something That Lasts: Alumna Invests in Future Bobcats

For Robin Harrison ‘93, a proud SWT alumna, giving back isn’t just about honoring the past, it’s about building a future rooted in opportunity, resilience, and excellence.
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A Bobcat Legacy, Passed Down and Paid Forward

As a first-generation college student, Frank Friesenhahn, Jr. views Texas State a special place that opened doors, sparked lifelong friendships, and laid the foundation for a successful career.
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Texas State University to join the Pac-12 Conference

Texas State University has officially accepted an invitation to join the Pac-12 Conference, a transformative milestone in the university’s athletic and academic journey.
President Damphousse with students in front of a Grateful Bobcat banner

Bobcats Stepped Up for State with Record-Setting Generosity

The Bobcat community came together in a powerful way for this year’s Step Up for State, Texas State University’s 1,899-minute giving campaign.

Bobcats Made a Big Impact in 1,899 Minutes

During Step Up for State in March of 2025, donors made more than 2,100 gifts totaling $1,922,217 to support our students, programs, and campus initiatives.

Huddle Against Hunger raises over $38,000

TXST and UTSA held a friendly competition leading up to the I-35 Showdown in September of 2025 to help end food insecurity by raising funds for their campus food pantries.

NEXT IS NOW Capital Campaign Surpasses Goal

On Aug. 31, 2024, Texas State University marked the successful conclusion of its “Next is Now” capital campaign, achieving the largest fundraising milestone in the institution's history. Launched publicly in October 2021, the campaign raised more than $275 million—exceeding its original $250 million goal and significantly advancing key priorities and initiatives for the university's future growth. 

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Hillviews Magazine

Hillviews is the magazine for Texas State University. It captures TXST’s academic and social scene by telling stories of faculty, students, and alumni.

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Recognition Societies

The philanthropic leadership of donors is essential to our growth and excellence. TXST is proud to highlight their generosity through recognition societies.

Your Impact Newsletter

Our quarterly University Advancement email newsletter, Your Impact, covers all of the latest news, stories, and announcements that celebrate and highlight the generosity of those that give to Texas State University.