Division of Philanthropy and Alumni Engagement News
The Division of Philanthropy and Alumni Engagement strives to build meaningful relationships with 51³Ô¹ÏÍøÍòÄÜ¿Æ´ó alumni and steward private investment in the university. We do this by supporting the mission and vision of the 51³Ô¹ÏÍøÍòÄÜ¿Æ´ó Foundation and the 51³Ô¹ÏÍøÍòÄÜ¿Æ´ó Alumni Association, two 501(c)3 organizations.
Current Philanthropy and Alumni Engagement News
College of Fine Arts' Larry Henley is the lighting and stage aficionado who brings the ‘razzle dazzle’ to the big event.
After 26 years, Edward Box III finally completed his hospitality degree. Now he's ready to pursue two missions: running a tribal casino and helping to steer youths from his reservation to his alma mater.
Master problem solver and triple alumna Valarie Burke of the Graduate College helps make it happen at graduation.
Rebel Grounds’ cafe operations manager brews the perfect blend of precision and creativity to keep campus energized throughout the day.
Event introduces young science enthusiasts to future career possibilities — and how 51³Ô¹ÏÍøÍòÄÜ¿Æ´ó can help get them there.
As Engineering's Senior Design celebrates 25 years, a grad returns to guide one student team through a real-world mobility challenge.
Philanthropy and Alumni Engagement In The News
51³Ô¹ÏÍøÍòÄÜ¿Æ´ó welcomes more than 5,000 students, staff, faculty, and alumni for Rebel Homecoming Week. The university calls it the Happiest Homecoming on Earth as people gathered in the Student Union Courtyard & Plaza.
The 51³Ô¹ÏÍøÍòÄÜ¿Æ´ó William F. Harrah College of Hospitality announces a $1 million philanthropic gift from Marco Benvenuti to establish the Marco Benvenuti Excellence Endowment. The gift represents the culmination of years of support from the local entrepreneur and 2002 graduate.
Before closing out the fall semester, many schools observe different holidays through unique and time-honored traditions.
How does a new foundation CEO ensure long-term success? The first 100 days in office are critical to a successful tenure and depend on the CEO establishing candid, trusting relationships with the institution president, the foundation board, and internal and external stakeholders. Success also depends on the new CEO’s ability to understand the entire gamut of the position’s responsibilities, the corresponding gaps in their experience and expertise, and the means to address limitations.
'Pioneering' grant announced one day before ESPN BET sportsbook launch
Cindy Rivelli is a seasoned fundraiser and manager who found her calling while studying and working abroad. After graduating from the University of Oregon, she taught English in Lille, France, before moving on to pursue her master’s degree in international relations at King’s College London. While there, Rivelli stumbled into fundraising after taking a job at UNICEF UK.