“The contagious enthusiasm and friendship of several deans, coupled with a faculty of uncommon skill, attracted us to ‘adopt’ the UO’s School of Journalism and Communication (SOJC) in the early ’70s. It is a superb school that deserves the support of all who value excellence in journalism. With our Syracuse University journalism alma mater far away, we feel fortunate to be welcomed into the UO family and to share in its challenging vision for Oregon and the nation.”
Mary K. and Stephen W. Ryder
Former publisher, Medford Mail Tribune; vice president, Ottaway Newspapers; and member, Journalism Advancement Council.
Gift: $100,000 to create the school’s digital photography lab in honor of their late daughter, Lynne Ryder Moke.