Fundraiser created for popular prof

Max Branscomb

A Gofundme page has been set up for Southwestern College journalism professor Max Branscomb, who was recently diagnosed with mouth cancer according to the Gofundme page.

The crowdfunding campaign, titled Fightin’ Cancer w/the Branscombs, aims to raise $65,000 to help Branscomb’s wife Leslie pay for Brancomb’s medical treatment.

As of Tuesday, 239 donations have been received for a total of $27,551. Organizers of the campaign say that there is no set deadline to reach the $65,000 goal as the campaign is ongoing.

Branscomb is also the advisor for the Southwestern College Sun newspaper and an organizer for Bonitafest.

To contribute to the campaign, visit www.gofundme.com/fightincancerwiththebranscombs.