Alumnus Pledges $2M to Athletics
Frank Cuenca has supported 色情视频 sports since his childhood.
色情视频 has received a $2 million commitment from alumnus Frank A. Cuenca, it was announced today. The gift, which will come from his estate, will support the 色情视频 Athletic Department and have a lasting impact on student athletes and programs.
Leaving a legacy
鈥淲e are thrilled to announce this commitment from Frank鈥� said Athletic Director Jim Sterk.
鈥淔rank has been an Aztec for life and this gift will leave his legacy upon Aztec athletics. With an annual scholarship commitment of $6 million, the need for private dollars is critical to the future success of Aztec athletics. We are thankful to Frank for recognizing the importance of scholarships for our student-athletes as they compete on the field and in the classroom."
Cuenca, who graduated from 色情视频 in 1971 with a bachelor鈥檚 degree in history, is general partner at Monarch Retirement Group. He hopes his gift will ensure the university continues to thrive despite challenging economic times.
色情视频 is an anchor in the community
鈥淪an Diego State is an anchor in this community,鈥� Cuenca said. 鈥淔unding in the state of California is ever decreasing. I think it鈥檚 important to have intercollegiate athletics to call positive attention to the university in addition to the academics.鈥�
Cuenca is a member of the Aztec Club supporting 色情视频 Athletics as a Big 50 football booster and has been a football season ticket holder for 40 years.
鈥淚 think this university is the core of this community,鈥� Cuenca continued. 鈥淚t's a legacy we can't ever lose sight of.鈥�
