Advancement Year in Review 2021

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You helped the college achieve so much

During the year that ended June 30, 2021, the college had many successes, despite trying times. We share highlights of fundraising achievements, as well as virtual events that you can watch on demand.

Thank you for your generosity

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You gave $10.58 million in new gifts and commitments, FY '21

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You gave $13.7 million, FY '20 highest in history of college

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Students say thank you at our virtual 2021 Scholarship Celebration

 

Watch the 2021 Scholarship Celebration on YouTube (57:19)

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You joined 3,507 others who gave to the college last year

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Join us in meeting the pressing need to tackle student debt in FY '22

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We recognize your interest in virtual and on-demand events. More will follow.

 

Watch Celebrating Ann Lowe - Honoring the legacy of Black fashion designers on YouTube (1:16:55). The video features the unveiling of a gown made by America’s first African American couture designer, Ann Lowe.

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19 virtual events presented - FY '21 Total attendance - 6,500 alumni

Our award-winning Inspire podcast features new episodes regularly. Listen to July’s "History's Echo Chamber: Teaching Perspectives to Stop Destructive Patterns."

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Watch Unapologetic Educational Research - Richard Milner on YouTube (1:00:06). In the video, Alumnus and Vanderbilt Professor Rich Milner discusses research on race in education.