Past events

Tom Ebert was our featured speaker for the Fall 2025 Luncheon. He provided an interesting and informative talk on The Man in Lincoln's Shadow, John George Nicolay, who played a pivotal, but generally unknown, role in Abraham Lincoln's presidency.

Joan Sharma took us on a fascinating photographic journey, sharing photos of her many travels throughout the world. 

Eighteen people attended our tour of the Fresno State Farm, including several guests.  The tour began with a brief historical overview of the campus farm provided by Dennis Nef.  Vince Roos, Director of Farm Operations, and student Gracie Xavier drove vans so we could visit various parts of the farm. We visited the winery where the campus winemaker and several of his students provided a tour.  We were able to see the ‘square circle’ irrigation system and learn a bit about the crops being produced.  We then drove through other parts of the farm.

Dr. Helen Miltiades Professor of Gerontology/Social Work and director of the Gerontology Program, provided a thought-provoking presentation on Aging in Fresno: Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, and Threats.

Rolston St. Hilaire, Dean, Jordan College of Agricultural Sciences and Technology was ouor featured speaker at the FAll 2024 lulncheon.

Dean St. Hilaire shared with us the role agriculture plays at the university and in the valley and his vision of the future.