Profiles of Giving
George Tillquist: Legacy Giving Profile
George E. Tillquist was born and raised in Illinois. He received his BS in Chemical Engineering from Northwestern University and is a graduate of the Stanford University Graduate School of Business. George retired from Atlantic Richfield Company (ARCO, now BP) after 35 years.
Read MoreHelen Yunker: Legacy Giving Profile
Helen Mathilda Yunker arrived in 1948 in California, from Chicago, where she was born in 1921. After 10-years in direct sales, Helen fulfilled her dream of living at the seashore when she moved to Ventura’s Pierpont Bay area in 1958. As a retired realtor in 1971, she founded Helen Yunker Realty.
Read MoreCarl Boggs: Legacy Giving Profile
Words of Love for VC To say Carl Boggs, Ph.D., is a prolific writer is an understatement. The National University…
Read MoreEd & Sue Stile: Athletics Profile
MENTORED TO MENTOR For Ed and Sue Stile, supporting the students of Ventura College is as rewarding as getting a…
Read MoreSanta Paula Employees Help Students Fulfill Dreams
A Dynamic Team Committed to Student Success Nestled in the Santa Clara River Valley is a haven for learning—Ventura College’s…
Read MoreEsmeralda Juarez: Marketplace Profile
MarketPlace manager and alumna: Driving the Foundation Economy and Student Success First in her family to attend college, Esmeralda Juarez…
Read MoreDebbie & Len Newcomb: Career Education
CAREER EDUCATION DEAN & PROUD FOUNDER OF MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP Student. Professor. Business Development Chair. Student Learning Outcomes Facilitator. Dean of…
Read MoreFelicia Duenas & Oscar Cobian: Career Education
College Leaders Remove Barriers for Immigrant Students As an immigrant from the Philippines, Felicia Dueñas never assumed she’d be in…
Read MoreVENTURA COLLEGE MUSIC LOVER CREATES $12 MILLION LEGACY
A beloved local philanthropist, passionate classical music champion, and long-time supporter of Ventura College, Miriam Emily Schwab passed away at…
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