“I spent 10 years at MIT, earning four degrees in electrical engineering and computer science,” says Arvola Chan ’74, SM ’76, EE ’78, PhD ’80. “I was a beneficiary of scholarships through my undergraduate years and research assistantships through my graduate years, so I’m forever grateful.” As planned-giving chair for the Class of 1974 50th Reunion Gift Committee, Chan invited classmates to join him in making a planned gift benefiting MIT. His own generous bequest will support graduate student fellowships. Meanwhile, he and wife Ginn-Shian Hua, MAA ’81, have established the Albert Tzong-Jyh Chan Memorial Scholarship in honor of their late son. The first award of the scholarship was to be made this fall.
On his vision for the Chan Memorial Scholarship: “This fund aims to support deserving students who have the potential to make significant contributions to the world. I hope this gesture inspires others to consider how their legacy can impact future generations and perpetuate the spirit of giving and excellence at MIT.”
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