by Allan Hedberg | Aug 29, 2017 | 2017, Board, Summer
University board members come and go. In fact, it’s common for a board member to serve a term or two and then disassociate from the school with little involvement and support thereafter. While serving, some board members only attend board meetings and offer little...
by Brian Sooy | Aug 29, 2017 | 2017, Fundraising, Presidents, Summer
A colleague asked: “Is it more important for people to believe in the cause or the individual?” My response: “Every cause needs a voice; every organization needs a face.” We all know dynamic, inspirational figures that lead organizations we support or serve in....
by David Moja | Aug 29, 2017 | 2017, Business Mgmt, Fundraising, Summer
Alternative revenue streams for higher education institutions are gaining momentum. How can your institution grab hold of this opportunity? First, take heed: “Which of you, wishing to build a tower, does not first sit down and count the cost to see if he has the...
by David Agron, Ph.D. | Aug 28, 2017 | 2017, Accreditation, Summer
When a school comes to us wanting help achieving accreditation, the first step is often to help them produce a document proving that the school is eligible for accreditation with their chosen agency. It is not uncommon for a school to be accredited by more than one...
by Jacqueline Rondini, CFP®, | Aug 28, 2017 | 2017, Fundraising, Summer
Charitable donations hit a record $390 billion last year, according to Giving USA 2017: The Annual Report on Philanthropy for the Year 2016. This represents a growth of 4% over 2016, and the trend is expected to continue in 2017 with the economic recovery coming out...
by Reginald High | Aug 28, 2017 | 2017, Recruiting, Summer
Increasing and maintaining enrollment. That’s the task of every higher education school, and is especially challenging for theological institutions, many of which must function with limited resources in contrast to their secular counterparts. The purpose of this...