Ivy Tech Foundation Honors William Shinn as the Ivy Tech Evansville Benefactor of the Year

Evansville, Ind. –Ivy Tech Evansville named William “Bill” Shinn as its Benefactor of the Year at the Ivy Tech Foundation’s Distinguished Alumni Awards Ceremony last week.

Shinn was one of 19 honorees who have considerably impacted Ivy Tech communities and students. During this event, the Foundation honors individuals, corporations, and foundations from Indiana for the gifts and volunteer service they have contributed to the College.

Shinn has contributed to Ivy Tech Evansville for three decades. His gifts have supported campaign priorities, scholarships, equipment, events, and fulfilled the greatest needs, said Celia Shoulders, executive director of the Ivy Tech Foundation for the Evansville campus. “He originally joined the Board of Trustees in the late ‘90s, when campus trustees networked with legislative representatives, developed policies, and presented proposals to officials. His advocacy around Ivy Tech having transfer opportunities with four-year partners was critical in Ivy Tech Evansville’s transition to a community college,” Shoulders added. He currently serves on advisory councils within the School of Advanced Manufacturing, Engineering, and Applied Science.

“Our Benefactors make a powerful difference in the lives of our students,” said Courtney Roberts, President of the Ivy Tech Foundation. “Their contributions ensure that our graduates are better prepared for life after college, and we are deeply grateful for their investment in Ivy Tech.”

“The passion our Benefactors have for Ivy Tech students is unmatched,” said Sue Ellspermann, President of Ivy Tech Community College. “Thanks to their generosity and volunteerism, our students can confidently pursue pathways that lead to high wage, high-demand careers that strengthen our communities and power the State of Indiana.”