UCI Giving Day 2021

“Our school, our university, our nation, and our globe will weather the pandemic, and it is within our power as biologists to create a better future. In fact, as life sciences experts, we are the people who are uniquely capable of doing so. Each of us must understand this, embrace it, and commit to stepping up and doing our part.” – Dean Frank M. LaFerla

Biology is the study of life and this past year has reinforced the critical need for funding biological research. Here at the UCI School of Biological Sciences, our students, faculty, and community are deeply engaged with the living world, constantly working to solve the issues of today. By bringing together our unique skills and perspectives, we can produce transformative change in our scientific and social communities. Our ability to go from zero COVID-19 treatments to multiple vaccines is due to the strength of our scientific enterprises and the investments we have made in research. As we anticipate a better tomorrow, we will need to continue these investments to maintain the health and wellness of our minds, our bodies, and our world. Join us this Giving Day in support of the research that will make for a Brilliant Future. 

Your gift to the Dean’s Excellence Fund provides a flexible source of funds for high-need areas, including PPE for graduate students committed to continuing their research, remote learning resources for undergraduate students challenged by their unprecedented learning situation, and infrastructural updates that will enable a safe return to campus when the time comes. Give today so that we may continue our service to science research and education.  

80% of UCI undergraduates receive some form of financial aid. With the uncertainty of the pandemic, BioSci is working harder than ever to provide the means to ensure the financial stability of our students. Your gift to Undergraduate Scholarships provides vital funds to accomplish this goal. Support the next generation of biologists who seek to address the world’s most pressing concerns. Give today to ensure the promise of a healthier tomorrow. 

If you would like to become more involved with BioSci, please consider joining BioSci Ambassadors. Our BioSci Ambassadors are passionate about educating emerging biologists and advancing science in meaningful ways. Your annual gift of $1,500 or more will induct you into this highly valued support group. For more information, please contact Olivia Stroud at ostroud@uci.edu or (949) 824-4428.