Both Ira Riklis and his wife Diana have fond memories of their time at the University of Pennsylvania. He received both of his degrees from The Wharton School. Diana’s are from the College and the Graduate School of Education. To give back to the institution that provided them with high-quality educations and memorable educational experiences, they have sought to show their appreciation by giving back to Penn.
While Ira Riklis loved his time at Wharton, they’ve chosen to concentrate their support towards the Graduate School of Education where they feel it’s most needed. So far they’ve endowed three different scholarships, along with term professorships and various facilities such as the student lounge at the Hillel and the Dean’s office at the Graduate School of Education. They feel grateful for the ability to support the university and to help a new generation of students receive the same quality education as they did. They urge others, to the degree they are able, to support their alma maters as well.
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