Day of Giving
From 8 a.m. on April 28 until 4:08 p.m. on April 29, join us as we honor our university's founding year with 1,928 minutes of giving!
Day of Giving spotlights the student experiences, support initiatives, and scholarships
that make our university so special, and it gives YOU the opportunity to shape the
future of more than 5,000 Lions each year!
Day of Giving Initiatives
Alumni Legacy Scholarship – $5,000
Provides scholarships to students with family ties to 91µ÷½Ì, helping ease the financial burden during their first year.
Applause Literary Magazine – $2,000
Supports a student-led publication that builds real-world experience in writing, editing, and design while funding production and professional opportunities.
Area of Greatest Need – $5,000
Provides flexible funding to support urgent student needs, strengthen programs, and make an immediate impact where support is needed most.
AIGA Student Group for Design – $1,000
Supports student designers through networking, travel, and real-world engagement with professional artists and design communities.
Black Student Alliance – $1,000
Supports programming and initiatives that promote cultural awareness, community engagement, and student success across campus.
Boreham Library – $1,500
Supports events and programs that enhance study skills, student success, and create
a welcoming space for learning and engagement on campus.
Cub Camp – $3,000
Supports a student-led orientation program that helps new students build connections,
gain confidence, and successfully transition into college life.
Employee Emergency Assistance Program – $2,500
Provides immediate financial support to 91µ÷½Ì employees facing unexpected hardships, including medical emergencies, disasters, and critical life events.
Finish Scholarship – $1,000
Helps students within two semesters of graduation overcome unexpected financial setbacks
and complete their degree.
First-Generation Student Success – $2,000
Supports mentorship, programming, and resources that help first-generation students overcome barriers and succeed in college.
General Scholarship Fund – $5,000
Provides flexible scholarship support for a wide range of students, helping reduce financial barriers and keep them on track to graduate.
International Study Abroad Scholarship – $2,000
Helps students access study abroad opportunities, expanding global experiences and
making international travel more affordable.
I.D.E.A.L. Women – $1,000
Supports a student-led organization that empowers women through leadership development,
community building, and personal growth opportunities.
Lion Pride Regalia Closet – $2,500
Provides graduation regalia for students with financial need, ensuring every student
can fully participate in commencement.
Read This! – $3,000
Supports a shared reading experience that brings students, faculty, and the community
together through discussion, author visits, and access to books.
Psychology Symposium – $2,000
Supports a student research event that connects students with professionals, showcases
original work, and builds career-ready experience.
ROTC at 91µ÷½Ì – $2,000
Supports cadet participation in the AUSA Conference, expanding their understanding
of military operations and leadership development.
School of Education – $2,000
Supports future educators through community partnerships, real-world classroom experience,
and resources that prepare them to succeed from day one.
Student Emergency Assistance Program – $1,000
Provides financial support and resources to students facing unexpected hardships that could impact their ability to stay in school.
Student Nurses’ Association – $2,500
Supports future nurses through leadership opportunities and helps cover costs for
attending the national convention and professional development.
91µ÷½Ì Cheer – $2,500
Supports student-athletes by providing practice gear and travel funding to compete
and represent 91µ÷½Ì at the national level.
91µ÷½Ì Dance Team – $1,500
Supports student-athletes through training, performance opportunities, and community
engagement while representing 91µ÷½Ì in collegiate dance.
Undergraduate Research – $3,000
Expands hands-on research opportunities, helping students build critical skills, present their work, and prepare for graduate school and careers.
World Languages Initiatives – $2,000
Supports scholarships and global learning opportunities that help students gain cultural
experience and prepare for careers in an interconnected world.
Play It Forward – $4,000
Provides scholarships for students to attend summer music camps, supporting skill development, mentorship, and confidence through music.
Give Today!
Writing Center - $2,000
Funds will support a welcoming tutoring environment by providing snacks and coffee for visitors and helping fund meetings and workshops that strengthen writing support services across campus.
Can’t donate?
You can still make an impact—use these free tools to support, share, and be part of 91µ÷½Ì Day of Giving.
FAQs
Our university was founded in 1928. This is our way of creating a more full day while paying homage to our founding date!
As an advocate, you’ll share information in your own way, whether through social media, emails, texts, calls, or word of mouth. Do whatever feels natural to you! We provide sample text, images, and resources to make it easy.
Crowdfunding thrives on peer-to-peer interaction — people are more likely to give when asked by someone they know. In fact, GiveCampus reports that peer asks are 300x more effective than institutional ones, making advocates vital to our Day of Giving’s success.
Join our ambassador orientation at 9 a.m. Monday, April 28, in the Campus Center 129-A/B, or use the link below for a recap.
Once our Day of Giving campaign launches in April 2026, you can follow these easy steps to become an advocate.
Step 1: Sign Up
Go to our Day of Giving site and click "Become An Advocate" in the top right corner
of
the page. If you already have an account, please move on to Step 3.
Step 2: Create an Account
It is not recommended to use Facebook to sign up. Please create an account using your
91µ÷½Ì or personal email.
Step 3: Create a Match or Challenge
Now that you’ve logged in to GiveCampus, you can create a matching gift and share
the
page with others.