Giving
Saturday, April 5, 2025
Raise a glass and join us for a night of elegance, celebration, and inspiration!
This inspiring fundraising evening brings together the brightest minds and boldest hearts in the Highlander community. From distinguished alumni to philanthropic leaders, this event pays tribute to those who exemplify our visionary mission of social mobility, educational access, and research excellence.
The Details
Time: 6:00 P.M.
Dress: Formal
Location: UC Riverside Campus, SRC Arena
Cost: $250, including $125 per ticket donation for student success
Please RSVP by March 18, 2025.
The Program
A Taste of UCR:
Interactive Cocktail Reception
In the Company of Friends:
Multicourse Dining Experience
Bold Hearts & Brilliant Minds:
UCR Awards of Distinction
Celebratory Toast
Recognizing Excellence: 2025 Honorees
UCR Chancellor’s Medallion
Honoring the vision and legacy of inspirational leaders.
Brian Hawley ’89, M.S. ’91
DISTINGUISHED PHILANTHROPIST AWARD
Honoring the generosity and life-transforming impact of leading donors.
E. Dollie Totaro Wolverton ’57
Distinguished Alumni Award
V. John White ’73
Alumni Service Award
Keona Henderson ’08
Outstanding Young Alumni Award
Gabriel Maldonado ’11
Tickets & Sponsorships
Tickets sales and sponsorship opportunities for this year's event have closed.
Questions about this event can be directed to specialevents@ucr.edu.
A Look Inside
Get an exclusive glimpse inside the dazzling moments of this annual event.
The 2024 Honorees
UCR MEDALLION
Cheech Marin
photo by Carlos Puma courtesy of Riverside Art Museum, 2022
DISTINGUISHED PHILANTHROPIST AWARD
Byron Pollitt ’73 and Teresa Pollitt ’74
Distinguished Alumni Award
Christy Lopez ’90
Alumni Service Award
Manav Sachdeva ’99
