Despite pandemic challenges, alumni and friends donate for scholarships, research April 6, 2021 The Brilliant Future campaign went public in October 2019 with a gala highlighted by an inspirational speech from Jimmy and Sheila Peterson, who serve as campaign chairs. Christopher Todd / for UCI Irvine, Calif., April 6, 2021 – Alumni and friends of the University of California, Irvine have raised more than $1 billion to support scholarships, groundbreaking research, top-notch patient care and world-class educational facilities, among other initiatives. The $1 billio...