The Lester Stone Endowment Fund
Mr. Stone started working in 1968 as an Assistant to the Dean of Business. In 1975, he joined the Economics & the Finance department as a full time teaching assistant professor. He taught courses in Economics, Finance, Management, and Political Science during his career and after his retirement he taught Economics and Finance classes.
Lester Stone grew up in Tampico, Mexico where his father and mother worked in the oil business. After their retirement the whole family relocated to Commerce, TX.
Lester Stone served with the Marine Corps in the Korean War and in WWII. After the war he became the White House Social Aid during the Eisenhower administration. He also worked for the Ford Foundation, while living in several foreign countries such as India, Indonesia, and Pakistan.
Mr. Stone enriched the educational experience of his students by bringing his military and foundation expereince to the classroom. He was a much loved professor who could always be found leading a group of his students in a spirited discussion of the "real world".
If you would like to make an ONLINE DONATION in honor of Professor Stone, 100% of it will go to Economics and Finance students. This link will take you to the Office of Advancement link for online donations. Click on this link and complete the information requested on the form including the amount of the gift. Then click on the endowment button and go to the drop down box where you will see “Endowment List” and select the “Stone, Lester “Bill” Stone Endowment” from the list.
If you have questions or would like to make a donation over the phone, you
can contact:
Mrs. Glenda Anderson
Glenda_Anderson@tamu-commerce.edu
903.468.3020
If Mr. Stone made an impact in your life or if you have a testimonial that you would like to provide, please email Dr. Steven Shwiff
