Dear colleague,

As a journalist with The Chronicle for more than 15 years, I’ve watched higher education navigate many challenges. But in more recent years, I’ve also seen how these challenges have become more acute. The nation’s demographic shift, declining enrollment, and economic uncertainty have put colleges in precarious financial positions. Such issues have been compounded by recent political upheaval, threats to research support at the federal level, and increased competition for philanthropic funding.

With constant change and tumult in the sector impacting your institution’s budgets, it’s more important than ever to stay up to date on the trends and inflection points in the fund-raising landscape. That’s why I hope you’ll join me on March 18 to explore the path ahead for advancement officers and other administrators tasked with raising funds.

This 75-minute conversation with leading experts will provide keen insights on big-picture advancement issues and practical tips to use in your own efforts. This timely virtual event will cover:

• How the rapid-fire federal policy changes affect institutional fund raising, the role of advancement and development officers, and likely increase the demand for private funds to support research and other key activities;
• Ways to improve outreach to alumni, especially younger ones, in today’s tech-driven world;
• Tips to improve coordination and communication between the fund-raising office and deans and other academic leaders;
• Advice for how to highlight a college’s mission in a crowded marketplace of causes.

Your institution’s success hinges on your advancement goals. Be sure to sign up for this important event to stay informed on today’s greatest fund-raising challenges and strategize for success.


Sincerely,

Ian Wilhelm
Deputy Managing Editor
The Chronicle of Higher Education