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UCLA Gets $25 Million From ‘Big Bang’ Chief for Scholarships

Mar 26, 2024
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Chuck Lorre, Co-Creator of The Big Bang Theory, pledges $24.5 million to UCLA for low-income STEM students. They discuss the importance of mentorship, expanding scholarships, and navigating student debt. The podcast also touches on the community appeal of 'Big Bang Theory' and 'Young Sheldon'.
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  • Chuck Lorre pledges $24.5 million to UCLA for low-income science students scholarships.
  • Lorre's philanthropy extends beyond STEM to healthcare and underprivileged individuals in various sectors.

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Chuck Lorre Pledges Millions to UCLA for STEM Education

Chuck Lorre, co-creator of The Big Bang Theory, is dedicating 24.5 million to the University of California, Los Angeles, to support low-income students pursuing science and technology fields. This initiative aims to double the number of undergraduate scholarship recipients with financial needs to 80 annually, focusing on providing mentorship and financial support for these students.

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