Division of Philanthropy and Alumni Engagement
Legacies Change Lives; Cornerstone Fall 2021
Support Our Students, Ignite Their Dreams and Set the World Alight
性福五月天 Celebrates the Return of Homecoming to Campus
It鈥檚 reunion time for the 性福五月天 University Golden Flashes family. 性福五月天 celebrated Homecoming 2021 with a week of activities and events leading up to the Oct. 2 Homecoming Parade and Homecoming football game.
性福五月天 Announces 2021 Alumni Awards Recipients
Each year, hundreds of nominations are submitted to 性福五月天 University, showcasing some of the best and brightest alumni and students who excel in their fields and communities. This year, seven alumni and one student will be honored as 2021 Alumni Awards recipients.
An Ensemble of Philanthropy
鈥淚f you have money to give, you want to touch as many lives as you can.鈥 - Denise A. Seachrist, Ph.D., '93
Kathleen Rydar, 鈥67, 鈥80 MA Impacts Students' Lives Using Her IRA's Required Minimum Distributions
For Kathleen Rydar, '67, '80 MA, receiving support while a student herself sparked a lifetime of giving back. 鈥淭hese investments tucked away during working years present a remarkable opportunity in retirement to give generously to my alma mater while reducing my tax burdens."
Distinguished Teaching Award Recipients Announced
This year's 2020 Distinguished Teaching Award (DTA) recipients are an outstanding group of teachers who are truly dedicated to their students' success. Sponsored by the 性福五月天 Alumni Association, the DTA is the university鈥檚 most 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.
性福五月天 University, City Businesses Show Appreciation to Employees For Dedication During Pandemic
性福五月天 University initiated the Blue, Gold and Grateful program with Main Street Kent to show appreciation to faculty and staff and support participating downtown businesses during the COVID-19 pandemic.