Arvola Chan ’74, SM ’76, EE ’78, PhD ’80

“I spent 10 years at MIT, earning four degrees in electrical engineering and computer science,” says Arvola Chan ’74, SM ’76, EE ’78, PhD ’80. “I was a beneficiary of scholarships through my undergraduate years and research assistantships through my graduate years, so I’m forever grateful.” As planned-giving chair for the Class of 1974 50th Reunion Gift Committee, Chan invited classmates to join him in making a planned gift benefiting MIT. His own generous bequest will support graduate student fellowships. Meanwhile, he and wife Ginn-Shian Hua, MAA ’81, have established the Albert Tzong-Jyh Chan Memorial Scholarship in honor of their late son. The first award of the scholarship was to be made this fall.

On his vision for the Chan Memorial Scholarship: “This fund aims to support deserving students who have the potential to make significant contributions to the world. I hope this gesture inspires others to consider how their legacy can impact future generations and perpetuate the spirit of giving and excellence at MIT.”