Coker University has received its largest estate gift in history from Dr. Lawrence J. Anastasi, a 1972 alumnus who passed away on Jan. 30, 2026, following a year-long battle with pancreatic cancer. The $2 million gift—$1 million earmarked for general financial aid and $1 million to establish an endowed scholarship for biology students pursuing pre-med concentrations—reflects Dr. Anastasi’s deep gratitude for his Coker experience and his commitment to supporting the next generation of physicians.
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