The University of San Diego got a $75 million boost Saturday from philanthropist Darlene Marcos Shiley for STEM projects. It is the largest pledge received in the history of the university

San Diego philanthropist Darlene Marcos Shiley pledged $75 million to help the University of San Diego continue to build its growing STEM programs. Why it matters: It's the largest-ever gift to USD, and one of the largest given to any Catholic university nationwide,

It's the largest gift in university history and the largest ever given to any Catholic university in the country, according to USD officials.

Two universities have received their largest gifts ever. The U. of San Diego received a $75 million pledge & the U. of Rhode Island was given a $65 million estate gift.