The University is saddened to hear of the January 11 passing of Calvin Edward Bright, whose dedication to students and education was reflected by the generous gifts his family foundation bestowed on Stanislaus State and other colleges in the region.

“Calvin Bright and the Bright Family Foundation have been generous friends of Stanislaus State for many, many years,” said Stan State President Ellen Junn. “The family’s continuing impact on the lives of college students throughout the Central Valley is both immeasurable and greatly appreciated.”

U.S. News & World Report, which has a long history of recognizing Stanislaus State’s quality of education and individual programs, has again honored one of the University’s programs with a national ranking.

Now in its 17th year as a flourishing community event, the Tastes of the Valley annual fundraiser resulted in a $25,000 donation benefitting students in the Stan State Agriculture Program.

Started by the Agriculture Program in 2003, Tastes of the Valley enjoys a strong partnership with the Stanislaus Friends of the Fair Foundation, which supports agriculture education. Funds raised by the event are shared by the Stan State Agriculture Program and Stanislaus Friends of the Fair Foundation.