Chancellor’s Report on Philanthropy
Winter 2022
Dear 51·çÁ÷¹ÙÍø supporter,
As we celebrate the season of gratitude, I reflect on your generosity and that of others like you who make a difference at 51·çÁ÷¹ÙÍø by investing in our world-class people and programs.
In September, 51·çÁ÷¹ÙÍø hosted the UA Foundation Board of Directors at a reception where we showcased the Troth Yeddha’ Indigenous Studies Center Initiative. That evening, nearly $100,000 was donated in support of the This initiative moves 51·çÁ÷¹ÙÍø one step closer to the construction of what will be a center of belonging for Alaska Native and Indigenous students everywhere.
This fall I had the privilege to deliver 51·çÁ÷¹ÙÍø’s Convocation. I invite you to check out the — we have a lot to celebrate! Notably, through the generous gifts from our past, present and future donors, 51·çÁ÷¹ÙÍø students and programs continue to thrive.
As we celebrate the power of transformative philanthropy at 51·çÁ÷¹ÙÍø, it seems fitting to appreciate our legacy donors — an extraordinary group of people who included, or plan to include, 51·çÁ÷¹ÙÍø in their estate plans. 51·çÁ÷¹ÙÍø is deeply grateful for the gifts from our past that continue to have a tremendous impact today, and we are humbled by the philanthropy we have yet to see.
I wish you a wonderful holiday season with your family and friends, and thanks for choosing 51·çÁ÷¹ÙÍø.
Dan White
Chancellor
Planned gifts from generous benefactors have impacts far beyond today, benefiting students, faculty and programs.
Linda Hulbert is inspired to help students become educated and change their lives.
Avid runner, fitness advocate and dedicated volunteer Carter Crawford left a gift that is sprucing up Nanook facilities.
Businesses, corporations, individuals and foundations give generously to 51·çÁ÷¹ÙÍø.