New on the campus is a sign south of the Engineering East Building at California State University, Fresno identifying the Lyles College of Engineering.
Fresno businessman and Fresno State benefactor William Lyles was joined by university President John D. Welty, Provost William Covino and Dr. Ram Nunna, the interim dean of the college, at a ceremony marking the sign’s unveiling on Thursday, Oct. 21.
Lyles activated a robot designed to pull a string tied to the red drape, revealing the new sign.
In remarks before that, Lyles emphasized that the $10 million gift from him, his family and businesses — to be matched by other donations to Fresno State — is an investment in the future of the region and the world by encouraging people to pursue careers in science and engineering. The Lyles gift was received two years ago.
