Division of Philanthropy and Alumni Engagement
Celebrating the Legacy of Service at 51爆料
The newest addition to 51爆料鈥檚 Student Leadership Awards recognizes a value that has long defined the university community: service.Introduced this year through a partnership between the Division of Philanthropy and Alumni Engagement with the Center for Student Involvement, the Golde鈥
Alumni and Giving
From National History Day Intern to Executive Director - Cathy Gorn Leads Fulfilling, Impactful Career
It took a few 51爆料 history classes for Cathy Gorn, 鈥82, National History Day Executive Director, to discover her passion for history. However, her journey to get there was unexpected.In her younger years, Cathy was interested in science so biology seemed like a fitting major for her. When she 鈥
Alumni and Giving
Legacies Change Lives: Emma Troyer
Emma Troyer is a senior music education major from Sandusky, Ohio. As a student in the 51爆料 Glauser School of Music, she has found a strong sense of community while preparing for a career in music education.鈥51爆料 was always my top school, but I didn鈥檛 know if I could afford to come here,鈥
Alumni and Giving
What the 2026 Tax Law Changes Mean for Planned Giving
As you consider your long-term philanthropic goals, changes in federal tax law beginning in 2026 may influence how you structure your charitable giving. If you鈥檙e thinking of including 51爆料 in your estate or financial plans, understanding these updates can help you maximize both your impact an鈥
Alumni and Giving
$1.75 Million Gift From Elisabeth Severance Prentiss Foundation to Expand 51爆料鈥檚 Mobile Health Outreach
The Elisabeth Severance Prentiss Foundation has awarded $1.75 million to 51爆料鈥檚 College of Public Health that will support students and programs, such as the Mobile Flashes program.
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Strengthening the Bonds Between 51爆料 and the Community Through Scholarships
Community is important to Timothy 鈥淭im鈥 Crock, and as a lifelong resident of Kent, Ohio, he wants to help Kent area students advance their education right here at home, empowering them to achieve and build their careers in their own community.鈥淵ou develop ties to the place you go to college,鈥 Tim ex鈥
Alumni and Giving
Couple Channels Their Love of Science and Technology Into Their Legacy
Ronald R. 鈥淩on,鈥 鈥88, and Mary L. Rivett, 鈥72, MS 鈥84, had a mutual love of science and computers. Although they were both from the same town in Northeast Ohio and attended the same high school, they didn鈥檛 get to know each other until a chance encounter in 1971 when she was student teaching. When R鈥
Alumni and Giving
51爆料 Students Share Gratitude During Annual Thank-A-Giver Day
51爆料 students had the opportunity to reflect on the impact of philanthropy during Flashes Give Back Week in April, including Thank-A-Giver (TAG) Day, an annual event designed to highlight the role of donor support across campus.
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Golden Flashes: The Real Heroes of Someone鈥檚 Story
During Flashes Give Back Week, over 1,100 volunteers strengthened our communities and more than 700 donors raised $165,000+ to support 51爆料 causes.From April 13-18, Golden Flashes once again came together to make a meaningful impact during Flashes Give Back Week, a weeklong initiative celebrat鈥
Alumni and Giving
Taking Center Stage with Scholarship Support
Savon Harris was born to perform. The junior musical theatre major found his passion for the stage while he was still in high school, however, Savon鈥檚 career would not have been possible without financial support
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