Leo Beus Arizona passed away at the age of 78 on November 14th, leaving behind a legacy at ASU that was both extensive and far-reaching.

Leo Beus and Annette Beus did not graduate from Arizona State University. Leo was devoted to his alma maters, Brigham Young University and the University of Michigan Law School. Annette earned a degree from Utah State University. However, they built strong connections with ASU’s student body, administration, and academic experts over the course of several years. Beus, who paid his own way through college with the support of scholarships, had complete faith in Arizona State University’s efforts to make higher education available to everyone. Because of his appreciation for ASU’s transformative work, he chose to fund initiatives that he felt would have a positive effect on the lives of his fellow people.

It’s hard to overstate the positive impact Leo had on our neighborhood and city. Gretchen Buhlig, CEO of the ASU Foundation for A New American University, remarked, “He was a man of character, honesty, ability, and faith.” What really stood out about Leo was how hard he worked to improve the lot of those around him. He believed he could make a difference in people’s lives and in their communities, and that’s why he gave so much money to various programs and causes at Arizona State University. The thoughts and prayers of everyone here at WSJ are with Annette and her loved ones.

The Beuses’ donation to the Sandra Day O’Connor College of Law’s Beus Center for Law and Society in 2014 changed the face of downtown Phoenix. During this time, Arizona State University was planning to relocate its law school to the downtown area, where it could better serve the public and work in tandem with local attorneys. Beus, a partner in the prestigious law firm Beus Gilbert McGroder, shared Arizona State University’s vision for a community-based law school.

Beus later happened to sit next to Petra Fromme, the current head of Arizona State University’s Center for Applied Structural Discovery, on a trip to San Diego. They started chatting with one other. Fromme shared with the audience the innovative work she and her ASU colleagues were conducting by examining proteins with high-intensity X-ray free electron lasers (XFEL). The scientists at Arizona State University (ASU) are pioneers in the effort to modify the world’s most potent X-rays so that they may capture molecules in motion, providing a window into the subatomic realm and a clear view of biological interactions previously unavailable.

To conduct this work, Fromme told Beus, they would require access to massive X-ray facilities. There are just a handful of them in the entire world, and getting to one involves a lengthy wait and difficult organization. The researchers at Arizona State University are working to develop a smaller, cheaper X-ray free electron laser that may be used in a lab setting. More institutions may be able to participate in groundbreaking research thanks to the portability and affordability of the small XFEL. There are a wide variety of possible uses, from the development of precision medicine to “green” renewable energy and beyond.

The Beus Compact X-ray Free Electron Laser Lab at ASU’s Biodesign Institute was made possible by a $10 million donation from Leo and Annette Beus, who were inspired by Fromme and intrigued by her concept.

The president of Arizona State University, Michael M. Crow, expressed his gratitude for Leo’s confidence in the university and its faculty and students. Leo and Annette have been with us ever since they found out what we were up to at ASU; namely, constructing a public institution of higher education that would revolutionize the world. Leo was totally on board, encouraging our goals and rejoicing in our achievements. Our world is poorer without him.

In 1967, Beus earned a bachelor’s degree from Brigham Young University, and in 1970, he earned a juris doctor from the University of Michigan. Leo and Annette relocated to Phoenix, Arizona after he graduated from law school to take a position with a prominent local firm. Beus and his best friend from childhood, Paul E. Gilbert, started their own company in 1982. The modern practice areas of Beus Gilbert McGroder are catastrophic injury and wrongful death, real estate zoning, and high-stakes commercial litigation.

Beus, a devout member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, was appointed bishop of the Arizona State University ward. He and Annette were profoundly moved by their interactions with ASU students during their service. They realized the university’s commitment to helping students of all faiths thrive academically and spiritually.

Beus was introduced to Crow by Patricia White, who eventually became the dean of ASU’s law department and served with Beus on the University of Michigan board of visitors. He asked Beus to speak at the law school, and Beus asked Crow to address other LDS gatherings.

The Beuses, impressed with the quality of ASU’s student services, have donated to the university in an effort to aid its efforts to expand access to higher education. The Beus Family New American University Scholarship was the family’s first donation to the university and supports the education of 12 students each year who are majoring in the sciences, engineering, mathematics, or the arts. Their support has helped fund several studies, grants for students, and community organizations since then. The reconstruction of Sun Devil Stadium and the support of Arizona State University’s men’s golf team have also received substantial funding from them.

To better comprehend the history of early stars, galaxies, and black holes in order to better understand the universe, the Beuses presented an endowed contribution to Arizona State University in 2022 to create the Beus Center for Cosmic Foundations in the School of Earth and Space Exploration.

At Arizona State University’s 2020 Founders’ Day celebration, the Beuses were honored as the institution’s Philanthropists of the Year. The Beuses were prominent members of the ASU community who made significant financial contributions and also helped shape the university. Leo and Annette were the President’s Club’s co-chairs. Leo was an active member of both the ASU Board of Trustees and the Sun Devil Club board.

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