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Dr. Boris Ricks Memorial Scholarship Fund

The Dr. Boris Ricks Memorial Fund provides scholarships to California State University, Northridge (CSUN) students who demonstrate outstanding leadership potential in community activism. The fund was established to honor the legacy of Dr. Boris Ricks, whose leadership and dedication have left a lasting impact on countless CSUN students. The fund aims to cultivate and empower future leaders who promote the values he championed, by assisting them to achieve their academic and professional goals. 

Dr. Ricks was an Associate Professor of Political Science at CSUN and a respected faculty member since 2008. He was also a tireless and dedicated mentor, extending his guidance to students within and beyond the Political Science Department. In addition, he was an active leader on campus, within the California State University system, and in the Los Angeles community. 

By fostering future leaders, the fund aims to honor and preserve Dr. Ricks' enduring legacy of service, mentorship, and community engagement.

Click the "Donate" button above to give to the Dr. Boris Ricks Memorial Fund. 

$10,000
The John J. Harris Donor Challenge for the College of Social and Behavioral Sciences
Thank you to all who donated to this challenge! And thank you to CSUN alumnus, John Harris, for his support of the John J. Harris Scholarship Endowment.
25 / 25 Donors
Completed
$15,000
The Bob Myman Challenge for Disability Resources and Educational Services
Thank you to all the donors who contributed to this challenge! And thank you to Bob Myman for his generous support of CSUN DRES
100 / 100 Donors
Completed
$5,000
The Endowed Professorship In Africana Studies Challenge
Thank you to all who donated to this challenge! And thank you to CSUN alumnus, Robert Taylor and his wife, Joy, for their support of Africana Studies.
500 / 500 Donors
Completed
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