When you invest in Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ students, everyone benefits.

While citizens who have a post-secondary education fare better in society, society fares better with more college graduates, including those from Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ. A study by the College Board concluded that children of college graduates are better prepared for school, that college graduates volunteer more in their communities, and college graduates are more likely to participate in elections.

Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ takes that responsibility seriously, and we know we can't do it without you!

Alumni, friends, parents, employees, and students who stay connected to Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ already know this, and designate their charitable gifts to the university.

Your gift can change the future of a student and, in turn, change the world.

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Giving Societies

Benefactors who invest in Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ students understand that philanthropy opens the doors of opportunity for students—doors that otherwise may never be opened. Members of our giving societies partner with the university to build the foundation for student success. Their investments enable Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ to grow and to flourish.

Why We Support Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ

Some give to Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ out of pride for their alma mater. Others prefer to think of their philanthropic gift as an investment in society’s future. See what inspires alumni and friends to support Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ.

Where We Need Your Help

Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ needs your help in many ways, but we can narrow down the conversation to three basic areas: scholarships, capital improvements, and program enhancements.

Ways to Give

Everyone’s situation is different and, as a result, there are many different ways to give to Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ. You’ll find on this page forms, a calculation tool, and contact and matching gift information.

Your Gifts at Work

When you give, you’ll see an impact. Meet some of the students who directly benefit from your generosity.

News

Celebrate Donor Generosity During Thank a Donor Week

The Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ community is invited to celebrate donor generosity during Thank a Donor Week, February 24–28. You will have the opportunity to write a thank-you note to an Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ donor and tell them what their generosity means to you and our students.

Retired Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ Administrator Gifts Funds to Support Student Success Initiative

Michele Norwood, a retired administrator from Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ who focused her nearly three-decades-long career fostering student success, has gifted $30,000 to Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ for its ongoing student success initiatives.

Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ Graduate Establishes Scholarship to Support Research Experiences for Chemistry, Biochemistry Students

Thomas Baker ’05, a graduate of Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµâ€™s Cook Honors College and the Madia Department of Chemistry, Biochemistry, and Physics, and his wife have committed $100,000 to Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ to establish a scholarship to support students in chemistry or biochemistry research programs.

Retired Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ Food and Nutrition Professor Establishes Scholarship

Rita Johnson, who retired from Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ in 2019 after 36 years of teaching, has established a scholarship for students studying food and nutrition at Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ.

Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ Ambassadors Student Alumni Association Continues Support for Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ Food Pantry and Help Center

In conjunction with Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµâ€™s Giving Tuesday/Month of Giving initiative, Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ Ambassadors donated $800 from the group’s Homecoming parade first-place float prize to the Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ Food Pantry and Help Center.