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NOT ALL THOSE who wander ARE LOST J.R.R. TOLKIEN continued from page 9 Studying abroad allows students to learn beyond the classroom. More than 600 Fresno State students participate in study abroad programs each year. The University has student-exchange part- nerships with more than 60 universities worldwide and in the United States, and assists faculty in organizing short-term group tours of selected countries. “We deeply appreciate the generosity of the Shields family and their proactive engagement to help our students who otherwise would not be able to travel abroad,” said Scott Moore, dean of the Division of Continuing and Global Education at Fresno State. “We know how meaningful these experiences have been for our students. The ability to study abroad is truly transformative and will resonate a lifetime.” “Donors support where their passions l ~ Paula Castadio, Vice President of University Advancement In Remembrance of John Shields ie. In this case, travel abroad shaped the Shields family in significant ways so they aligned their giving to extend this opportunity to others.” 10 California State University, FRESNO Chuquicamata December 2013 John and Liz Hiking