Tom Hall - Trustee, President and Board Chair
Feb 25, 2026 12:00 PM
George Gillemot Foundation-Aerospace Aviation UNR
Tom Hall - Trustee, President and Board Chair

UNR received the largest gift in it's history to create the George W. Gillemot Aerospace Engineering Department.
The $36 million gift is the largest cash gift the University has received in its 149-year history.  The gift was to fulfill Mr. Gillemot's passion for flight, but also serve as a catalyst for learning, investigation, research, workforce development, and economic renewal for Nevada.
They are partner to Academy of Arts, Career and Technology, and working with Washoe County School District.