Marian University Plymouth raised $317,500 for student scholarships at its annual Changing Lives Scholarship Dinner Thursday evening at Swan Lake Resort, bringing together supporters to celebrate philanthropy's impact and honor Mark and Amanda Feldman for their commitment to students and the Plymouth community.
Approximately 330 guests attended the dinner, which included the creation of the Mark and Amanda Feldman Family Endowed Scholarship.
The university also formally unveiled the Marian University Plymouth name and brand, marking a new chapter for the campus and underscoring its commitment to providing accessible, mission-driven higher education in northern Indiana.
Mark Feldman is a partner in the audit and assurance services group at Crowe, where he has worked for more than 20 years. His community service includes leadership roles with the Marshall County Community Foundation and Junior Achievement of Northern Indiana, as well as prior service with United Way of Marshall County.
Amanda Feldman serves as chief financial officer and executive vice president of First Federal Savings Bank, where she has worked for 20 years. Her community involvement includes service with Marian University Plymouth, Girls on the Run Michiana, One Marshall County, and the Indiana Bankers Association. She also has served on Marian’s fundraising committee.
“Mark and Amanda Feldman embody the values we believe in at Marian University,” said Natalie Tucker, Ph.D., vice president and academic dean. “We are honored to establish a scholarship in their name, and the Feldman family and our generous donors should take pride in knowing they are helping local students attend a mission-driven institution like Marian University Plymouth.”
Funds raised at the Changing Lives Scholarship Dinner provide scholarships to Marian University Plymouth students, supporting the university’s commitment to preparing graduates for lives of leadership and service.
