“We’re most proud of our Bear, Lila Bock ’25, who graduated from Berkeley with a double major in economics and linguistics. We also love the Cal experience she had, and find the university’s mission of serving the public good a great philanthropic investment. That’s what motivates us.”

To help himself cope with his own transition to Berkeley, Eric Manzo decided to get more involved on campus by joining groups that help create a welcoming environment for other Golden Bears.

“I’m incredibly proud to be part of this community, and grateful for everything Cal gave me. Giving back is just one small way I can help ensure others have access to the same opportunity.”

Like so many other Cal alums, Adrienne and Warren Hogg treasure the memories of their years on campus: for Adrienne, people watching on Sproul Plaza and studying outside near the Campanile; for Warren, participating in Black Engineering and Science Student Association events and all-night computer programming sessions in the basement of Evans Hall.

Anne Grafft Stewart followed in her brother’s footsteps by deciding to go to Cal and ended up starting a legacy of Cal alums in her family. Those initial steps belong to William D. Grafft ’51, M.A. ’59. “My husband’s son went to Cal. My granddaughter went to Cal. We have grandnieces and nephews who went to Cal. I guess Bill and I started something,” Anne says.

As a tennis player at San Jose State University, Jim Fousekis realized he did not measure up to the other top players on the team. Lucky for us, Jim, the son of immigrant parents, transferred to UC Berkeley and has sustained his loyalty for over 55 years.