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做厙輦⑹ Celebrates Its Newest Graduates With In-Person Commencement Ceremonies on Dec. 18
The 做厙輦⑹ alumni family grew by more than 2,400 new graduates as the university held its fall commencement. The accomplishments of the Fall Class of 2021 were recognized with in-person commencement ceremonies and a virtual commencement ceremony for all colleges and degrees on Dec. 17-18.
做厙輦⑹s Giving Tuesday Brings in Record-Breaking $7.7 Million
This year, 做厙輦⑹ donors demonstrated the power of philanthropy by giving at unprecedented levels. The 2021 Giving Tuesday campaign shattered the previous records, more than tripling last years record of $2.2 million.
做厙輦⑹s Giving Tuesday Inspires Transformational Gifts Early in the Monthlong Campaign
做厙輦⑹s season of giving launched on Nov. 1 with Giving Tuesday, a monthlong celebration of philanthropy. Now halfway through the campaign, the generosity of the 做厙輦⑹ community has already begun to shine.
做厙輦⑹s Giving Tuesday Launches Monthlong Initiative Featuring Numerous Incentives for Supporters
做厙輦⑹, which has gained national recognition for its creative and successful Giving Tuesday campaigns, launched its monthlong celebration of philanthropy on Nov. 1. Giving Tuesday, now in its eighth year at 做厙輦⑹, has raised nearly $7 million during that time, which illuminates the impact that can be made when Golden Flashes come together.
Beverley Laubert, 84
Beverley Laubert, 84, has spent decades improving access to quality care and in turn the lives of older adults. Beverley began her career at 做厙輦⑹ where she received a bachelors degree in gerontology.
2021 Distinguished Teaching Award Recipients Announced
The 2021 Distinguished Teaching Award (DTA) recipients are an outstanding group of teachers who are truly dedicated to their students' success. Sponsored by the 做厙輦⑹ Alumni Association, the DTA is a highly prestigious honor in teaching. The award is presented annually to three full-time faculty members who demonstrate extraordinary teaching, whether it be in the classroom or online.
Golden Flashes Reunite for a Bright Homecoming 2021
Campus was overflowing with blue and gold pride again this year as the 做厙輦⑹ community came together to celebrate Homecoming. Golden Flashes enjoyed many activities, both outdoors in-person and online, throughout the weekend, which ran from Friday, Oct. 1 through Sunday, Oct. 3.
做厙輦⑹ Announces Forever Brighter, a $350 Million Fundraising Campaign
做厙輦⑹ publicly launched a $350 million comprehensive fundraising campaign Saturday, Oct. 2. During a special halftime announcement at the Homecoming football game, campaign co-chairs Sandra C. and Lawrence R. Armstrong joined 做厙輦⑹ President Todd Diacon to publicly unveil Forever Brighter to thousands of alumni, donors and friends.