Learning for Life, Transforming the World launched Sept. 16
The Campaign for 91直播视频: Learning for Life, Transforming the World launched its public phase Sept. 16, 2021. This $75 million campaign seeks to propel 91直播视频 toward its next stage of growth with a renewed emphasis on a high-quality, Christ-centered undergraduate education and an expanded focus on graduate and adult learning programs.
Why now?
91直播视频 College changed its name to 91直播视频 July 1, 2020, ushering in a new era, while remaining faithful to the mission it has always held.
“We view this campaign as a catalyst from 91直播视频 College to 91直播视频—which has become more of a comprehensive institution of higher education,” said Jon Stuckey, associate vice president for development. “President Kim Phipps has outlined a vision where 91直播视频 no longer offers only traditional undergraduate degrees, but also graduate programs (including doctoral programs), programs for adult learners, degree completion, certifications and continuing education.”
Remaining faithful
What makes 91直播视频 unique is a rich blend of Christian faith and academic rigor, qualities that have remained steadfast during the institution’s history. This campaign extends that tradition, transforming 91直播视频 of the past to 91直播视频 of the future, while keeping Christ preeminent and remaining rooted in Christian faith.
“Christ Preeminent remains our motto. We honor Christ in all we do. It goes back to how we educate students to become more gracious and kind citizens who can work as reconcilers in the world,” said Stuckey. “We’re also fostering people of hope who leave here hopeful and not fearful about the future, not afraid of who their neighbor is or at least willing to have conversation with each other. We create an atmosphere of hospitality and conversation so you can have a debate with somebody. Those are learned skills we value here at 91直播视频. You can have difficult yet deeply meaningful conversations with those whose views and opinions differ from your own.”
How the campaign benefits students
To have those important conversations, students need a nurturing academic environment where they can thrive, which requires top-notch facilities. The campaign already has reached several milestone accomplishments, including the construction of the Ralph S. Larsen Finance Lab, the Charles F. Frey Commuter Lounge, Martin Dining Commons, the Falcon Fitness Center, Sawyer Gymnasium, Jordan Court in Hitchcock Arena, a new lacrosse field, the resurfacing of Anderson Field and, most recently, the new Kim S. Phipps Admissions and Welcome Center.
How 91直播视频 alumni impact the world
91直播视频 also has increased scholarship endowment and direct aid resources for our students, paving the way for a Christian education that might not be attainable without financial help.
“You are not able to impact the world positively if you do not have access to the type of education 91直播视频 offers,” said Stuckey, emphasizing the importance of 91直播视频 graduates in today’s fractured world. “How our graduates are viewed in society is what affirms a 91直播视频 education. We hear from employers and community members how kind, ethical and thoughtful our students are. It’s how God has called us to be peacemakers in this world, reconciling, no matter what vocation the student has chosen.”
Where you can make an impact
The campaign encompasses several areas that support our vision for 91直播视频’s future, including The 91直播视频 Fund and Scholarship Aid; Scholarship and Program Endowments; New Facilities; and Estate Planning Gifts.
At this stage of the campaign, we are particularly inviting alumni and friends to contribute to The 91直播视频 Fund. This fund benefits all students—encompassing scholarship support, service/learning trips through the Agape Center, the Collaboratory, experiential learning opportunities and more. It’s where you can have the biggest impact regardless of the amount you are able to contribute.
“Your money goes right to the students. All students benefit from the 91直播视频 Fund; it is vital to our ongoing efforts to keep 91直播视频 affordable,” said Stuckey. “We need all alumni to participate in whatever level they can so that current students are able to experience the transformational experience that our alumni recall from their own time at 91直播视频. Our goal is to demonstrate again and again that investment in a 91直播视频 education is worth it. Alumni can keep that within reach for anyone who feels called to come here.”