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Letterman's 97 Emmy nominations and 16 statuettes, as well as his more than 30-year record of giving back to Ball State that began with an initial gift of $10 in 1976, just seven years after he graduated.
Since 1985, Letterman has provided annual scholarships of $10,000, $5,000 and $3,333 for three telecommunications students in the College of Communication, Information, and Media (CCIM) who submit a short film, screenplay, series of storyboards or other creative project in order to qualify for one of the much sought-after awards. He also was a financial force behind the establishment of WCRD - for "Cardinal Radio Dave" to the campus radio station's all-student staff, now housed in handsome new studios on the second floor of the Letterman building.
"He has a very special place in his heart for Ball State University, and he cares deeply about our students. His interest in the building centers on how it benefits our students," Gora said. "And [they] care deeply about Dave."
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