Atherton, CA – March 2025 – Tina Jeswani graduated from Menlo College in 2007 with a bachelor’s degree in International Business Management. Sadly, Tina passed away on March 5, 2015. In honor of the 10th anniversary of her passing, her family has chosen to endow a substantial scholarship at Menlo College for international students. The following is a note from Tina’s mother to the future recipients of the scholarship:
“Menlo was more than just a university to Tina; it was her home, her community, and the place where she truly thrived. She embraced every opportunity, working on campus, forming lifelong friendships, and discovering the strength within her. In Menlo’s close-knit environment, she found a space where she could grow, dream, and believe in herself. She became her best version here.
Tina embraced every moment at Menlo with a full heart. She worked on campus not just to support herself but because she loved being part of the community. Always there for others—helping friends, offering kind words, she believed small acts of kindness made a difference. Within her time at Menlo, she found the confidence to chase her dreams, the strength to overcome challenges, and the space to grow into her best self.
This scholarship is not just a tribute to Tina, it is a beacon of hope for those who will walk the same halls she once did. May it remind you that your dreams matter, your struggles do not define you, and your potential is limitless.
To those receiving this scholarship, know that your story is still being written, and its pages are filled with endless possibilities. Embrace every opportunity, lift others as you rise. Just like Tina did, may you find your light here at Menlo, and may you shine brighter than you ever thought possible.”
These words are deeply inspirational, and capture the essence of what we hope to impart to future generations of Menlo graduates; igniting their passions, building a strong network with their classmates, and giving them hope for the future. Thank you to the Jeswani family for sharing Tina’s light with us, and for this incredible gift. We are very grateful and proud to be part of her legacy.
For more information or to contribute to the Tina Jeswani ‘07 Memorial Scholarship, visit the Scholarship Giving Page.
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About Menlo College:
Menlo College is a small private, nonprofit college founded in 1927 with a mission to “ignite potential and educate students to make meaningful contributions in the innovation economy.” Situated in the heart of Silicon Valley, Menlo College offers undergraduate degrees in business and psychology, as well as three graduate degrees: a Master of Science in Information Systems, a Master of Science in Finance Technology, and a Master of Arts in Sport and Performance Psychology. Menlo is designated as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) and an Asian American, Native American, and Pacific Islander-Serving (AANAPISI) Institution.
