The da Vinci Circle

Fostering Renaissance in Engineering

Named for the great innovator Leonardo da Vinci, the College established the da Vinci Circle in 2005 to recognize and nurture 21st-century renaissance in science and engineering powered by discoveries in microtechnology, nanotechnology and biotechnology.

About 300 individuals and corporations participating in the da Vinci Circle over the last decade have provided tremendous support to the College’s unrestricted funds, which are vital to the success of students and faculty.

Read on to learn more about a community of supporters who play a major role in advancing the College as a world leader in engineering education and research, and join the da Vinci Circle today.

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Nurturing 21st-Century Renaissance in Engineering

Watch the video and see what students, faculty, staff and donors have to say about the Da Vinci Circle.

“As a supporter of the da Vinci Circle, you will partner with us to fulfill our vision of becoming a global leader in technology innovation.”

College of Engineering Interim Dean Larry Head

Unrestricted Gifts

Da Vinci Circle supporters give $2,500 or more per year to College of Engineering unrestricted funds. Contributions, which include support for the annual da Vinci Circle Fellow award, are made to the da Vinci Circle Fund, Dean’s Engineering Annual Fund and departmental general funds.

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Dynamic Duo

"This is a very complex world we are living in, and every day we seem to have more and more problems. The best insurance policy anybody can give is to provide a better education for future generations.”
– Sylvia Burton, Da Vinci Circle supporter

Scholars' Fund

Michael Arnold, chair of the da Vinci Circle board, helped establish the da Vinci Scholars’ Fund in partnership with the Community Finance Corporation to reinforce the College’s dedication to providing student scholarships. As a da Vinci Circle supporter, we invite you to make an additional annual gift of $1,000 to the fund. And be sure to check out the 2019 da Vinci scholars!

Juliana Ordine

Class of 2019

“I was able to focus all my time on schoolwork and my research, which has been truly enlightening. If it weren’t for the financial support, I likely would have had to find a job unrelated to my field.”

Juliana Ordine, Class of 2019, chemical engineering

Annual Gift Commitment

Innovators – Donors who provide an annual unrestricted gift of $2,500 to $4,999
Innovators Plus – Innovators who provide an additional $1,000 gift to the da Vinci Scholars’ Fund

Pioneers – Donors who provide an annual unrestricted gift of $5,000 to $9,999
Pioneers Plus – Pioneers who provide an additional $1,000 gift to the da Vinci Scholars’ Fund

Visionaries – Donors who provide an annual unrestricted gift of $10,000 and up
Visionaries Plus – Visionaries who provide an additional $1,000 gift to the da Vinci Scholars’ Fund

UA Recognition Societies
All da Vinci Circle donors are also members of The President’s Club. Additionally, donors who give $10,000 or more become members of the 1885 Society.

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Lisa Fahey

Lisa Fahey
Associate Director of Development
520.621.7685
powersla@email.arizona.edu

Special da Vinci Circle Engagements

Exclusive annual updates from the dean
Events to explore engineering, science and the arts
Reserved seating at the Engineers’ Breakfast held during homecoming weekend each fall
Invitation to judge on Engineering Design Day held each spring
Recognition in UA Engineering alumni publication

Invitations for Pioneers and Visionaries

Opportunities to join the dean and other distinguished faculty and friends for special University, College, athletic and regional events
Access to campus concierge service – assistance with parking, arranging tours, and other campus needs – through the College’s development office

Da Vinci Fellows

Talented and resourceful faculty advance academic programs and research in the College of Engineering. Generous da Vinci Circle supporters select one member of the faculty each year as a da Vinci Fellow, and recognize the awardee with a one-time grant of $10,000.

College of Engineering da Vinci Fellows
	2019	Dr. Marvin Slepian	2010	Paul Blowers
	2018	Armin Sorooshian	2009	Bane Vasic
	2017	Janet Roveda	2008	Supapan Seraphin
	2016	Larry Head	2007	Barry Ganapol
	2015	Wolfgang Fink	2005	Achintya Haldar Charles Higgins Anthony Muscat
	2014	Kim Ogden
	2013	Eniko Enikov
	2012	Young-Jun Son	2004	Pamela Vandiver
	2011	Jennifer Barton

2019 Da Vinci Scholars

Juliana Ordine
Chemical Engineering

Daniel Shannon
Mechanical Engineering

Rory Hewitt Scobie
Electrical & Computer Engineering

Jake Reed
Electrical & Computer Engineering

Jake Pierce Spaulding
Mechanical Engineering

Jonathan Empey
Mechanical Engineering

Dr. Marvin Slepian: 2019 da Vinci Fellow

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