Scope and Contents Donna Pierce settled in Turlock in 1971 with her late husband Wayne Pierce when he accepted a position as a Botany professor at Stanislaus State. In 1989, Donna joined her husband, friends and students in planting 300 oak trees on the site of the Trans-California Pathway. This project was the realization of the Pierces' vision to "bring the flora and fauna of California from the high Seirra to the Valley floor.” On May 29, 2024, Donna Pierce received an Honorary Doctorate of...

Scope and Contents The Entrepreneurship and Innovation Studio presents stories by people who built something, and who tell stories of inspired leadership, inspiration and imagination turned into action. Through intimate conversations, the people who make our region the special place it is will share their lived experiences and moments of brilliance. Their stories challenge, inspire, and move you beyond words. It’s the past, present and future of a region, of a community, told by the people who pursued their...

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This video documents the execution of a large-scale mural in the Vasché Library. The mural is located on the south wall ajoining the grand staircase, and extends from the first to second floor. The video uses time-lapse sequencing to capture the artists' process. The artists also discuss the mural's thematic message of coummunity, inclusivity, and the land's history.