Dear Members of the SUNY Oswego Community–
It is with great sadness that I share the news of the passing of Frank L. Maraviglia, a loyal and generous alumnus of SUNY Oswego, who passed away yesterday, Nov. 21, 2024, at the age of 93. Frank’s legacy as an educator, philanthropist, and advocate for students will continue to have a profound impact on the university for generations to come.
Frank graduated from SUNY Oswego in 1958 with a degree in industrial arts, a field that inspired him throughout his long and distinguished career as a teacher and professor. His dedication to education and to the belief that every student has the potential to achieve greatness led him to spend 35 years as a professor of landscape architecture at the SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry in Syracuse, N.Y. Frank’s influence extended beyond the classroom, as he also served as a consultant to major global companies and worked tirelessly in community development initiatives.
In December 2023, Frank made a transformative $2 million gift to SUNY Oswego in recognition of the exceptional education he received at the university. This remarkable gift established the Maraviglia Education Enrichment Fund in the School of Education, supporting scholarships, experiential learning opportunities, and innovative programming for students. In honor of that commitment, the main entrance to the School of Education, between Wilber and Park halls, was named the Maraviglia Atrium, a fitting tribute to Frank’s lifelong commitment to education and his belief in the power of students to shape their futures. He and his family came to campus in the spring to participate in the official dedication ceremony and to tour the School of Education.
Frank’s generosity will make an enormous impact on the lives of our students for generations to come, and we are deeply grateful for his support and for the legacy he leaves behind. His work as an educator, mentor, and philanthropist exemplified the values that SUNY Oswego reveres, and we are proud to honor his memory.
We extend our deepest condolences to Frank’s family, including his brother, Raymond '61, friends, and all who knew him. He will be missed, but his impact on SUNY Oswego and on the lives of countless students will never be forgotten.
Remain well,
Peter O. Nwosu
President