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Journeys of Generosity

Learn about the transformative power of donor support and how libraries have inspired these gifts.
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Posts in Journeys of Generosity

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Ton Broos holding a framed copy of a Dutch pamphlet standing next to curator, Pablo Alvarez
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  • Katrina Klaphake
Inspired to Bring the Past to the Present
Inspired by his passion for Dutch language and culture, Ton Broos left a legacy of academic excellence and cultural preservation through funds that bring the past to the present.
Lila McMechan standing in front of dormitory with her parents
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  • Katrina Klaphake
A Humble Student Shelver
Learn how a humble student shelver in the Hatcher Library was inspired by her love of libraries and the opportunities she had as a UM student in the 1950's.
Arnold Heyman standing next to a University of Michigan banner.
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  • Katrina Klaphake
A Life in Work
Acting on his belief that the right kind of jobs could make a big difference in a young person's life, Arnold Heyman established a fund that supports the library's student employees.
Steve Clark standing by a large plaque with his name
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  • Katrina Klaphake
Refuge From the Temptations of College Life
Forty-six years after graduating, an appreciation for library spaces inspires Steve Clark to create new library spaces for students today.