A 1955 graduate from Purdue University, Dr. William “Bill” Lyles is true to his entrepreneurial and engineering roots. He finds joy in creating — in working with others to build a prosperous future, and in investing in the community where he lives.
That joy has inspired thousands at Fresno State and in the greater community for the better part of the last three decades.
Bill is a businessperson with companies in construction and real estate development, and he has been involved in several civic organizations such as Valley Public Television, local and state Chamber of Commerce, the Boys and Girls Club, the Rotary Club of Fresno and more. His service stretches to every corner of the University, including Athletics, College of Arts and Humanities, Craig School of Business, Henry Madden Library and presidential initiatives.
In 2001, Bill received the Honorary Doctorate of Humane Letters from Fresno State for his demonstrated support of humanity.
“The best thing I can do, with my limited resources, is to put something into the local area where I live, and hopefully make a dent and give a chance for upward mobility for those left behind,” Bill says.
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