While universal adoption of mobile-friendly technology among alumni associations lags behind other industries, University of Virginia’s new mobile app feature looks to reshape how schools spark alumni participation and engagement. Through augmented reality technology, the feature allows alumni to take a video or picture with a 3-D hologram of the university’s mascot, the Cav Man. […]
As part of its Alumni Monitor service, Corporate Insight publishes a quarterly analysis of comprehensive university giving campaigns gathered through our proprietary campaign data tracking system. The Campaign Tracker offers an in-depth view of how higher education institutions are progressing toward their stated fundraising goals and highlights the tools, outreach efforts and solicitations that have […]
Following a violent white supremacist rally at the University of Virginia and the subsequent murder of a counterprotestor, schools are addressing their communities, students, parents and alumni across email, social media posts, magazine articles and press releases. UVA addressed the violence on its campus immediately, assuring alumni and supporters that the campus is a safe […]
Held in San Francisco, this year’s CASE Summit for Leaders in Advancement explored the integration and impact of digital technologies. Conference speakers and thought leaders emphasized the need for collaboration between university groups to transform schools in a time of uncertainty and scrutiny, noting that technology in particular can help develop engaged students into engaged […]
Giving Days are a 24-hour online fundraising campaign that unite stakeholders, volunteers and community members around a specific cause. For higher education institutions, Giving Days provide an unprecedented opportunity to engage students, alumni, faculty, staff and parents, encouraging them to give back to their universities or colleges. Institutions of higher education are increasing their involvement […]