During the pandemic, gifts from Tartan supporters helped the university adapt key student experiences to a rapidly changing world — from virtual lab classes to online counseling to safe athletic training.

CMU School of Music students in Lance LaDuke’s remote performance class were just one group to benefit from community support. When COVID-19 paused in-person performances, these talented musicians created high-quality recordings and amplified their creativity in new ways, thanks to a generous gift of equipment from alumnus Bob Summer.