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A List of Thanksgiving Gratitude (and Exceptions) for Higher Ed
There’s so much to love (and hate) in our academic lives.
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Celebrating ‘the Holidays’ on Campus
How do we account for the diversity of faiths on campus at this time of year?
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Actions of Last Resort in the Academy, Part 2: External Avenues
Internal campus processes often fail victims of harassment and discrimination. Here’s where they can turn for outside help.
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Actions of Last Resort in the Academy, Part 1: Internal Avenues
A look at the multiple ways aggrieved individuals or groups in the academy can have their complaints or perceived injustices addressed.
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Reserve Funds: Stupid Simple, but Super Important
They’re monies saved and held for certain financial occurrences (duh). But when and how they should be used is a little more complicated.
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Resuscitating Dead Money
Donors give money because they want you to spend it. It’s worth the effort and investment for your college to do research into whether a contributor’s funds are really restricted.
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A Pocket Guide to Fundraising Terms
Just about everything you need to know to understand the basic relationship between colleges and universities and their donors.
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Divination Modalities and the Art of Scholarship Agreements
Fundraising may not technically be one of the magical arts, but keeping donors happy while serving institutional purposes can take superhuman skills.