Letter from the Executive Director

Dear FMU Education Foundation Supporters,

It is my privilege to serve my alma mater as Vice President for Institutional Advancement & Executive Director of the FMU Education Foundation. Each and every day, I have the honor of hearing stories from so many of our current students and alumni who have been able to attend college at Francis Marion University due to the generous support from donors to the FMU Education Foundation. Having the opportunity to play a role in helping change the lives of our students is something I do not take lightly and is one of the most rewarding aspects of my career. You see, I was one of those students who received a scholarship from the Education Foundation, so I know first-hand how impactful your support is for our students.

You have made a Francis Marion University education possible for thousands of students for over fifty years. Your commitment to the university and our students is deeply appreciated and does not go unnoticed. Because of your support, our students are able to focus on their education because they know that the financial support they need to earn their degrees is provided for them through your generous donations.

FMU has an excellent reputation not only because of its academics, but also because of its supportive community. Thousands of you – alumni and friends of the university – continue to give each year through the FMU Annual Fund, Day of Giving, endowed scholarships, real estate, and more to ensure that our current and future students have access to everything they need to complete their education at FMU. Thank you for all you do to continue to support and encourage our students. FMU is a better place because of you.

Lauren Stanton

Vice President for Institutional Advancement and Executive Director, Francis Marion University Education Foundation