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A clarion call to invest in historically Black colleges and universities

Candid

In 1837 Richard Humphreys established the African Institute, now Cheyney University, in Pennsylvania making it the oldest historically Black university in the United States. As a proud alum of Howard University and Fisk University, I understand how critical HBCUs are in the professional and personal development of generations.

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Why Diversifying Your P2P Strategy is Critical to your Organization’s Health

sgEngage

This works for hospitals, colleges, universities, K-12 schools and all the nonprofits in-between. Nashville State Community College is using crowdfunding to support areas of student life that historically make it harder to graduate, like financial aid, child care or even transportation. Get on the Crowdfunding Bandwagon.

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3 bbcon Takeaways to Power 2019 Planning for Higher Ed

Connection Cafe

Blackbaud ups the ante in terms of the environment, the offerings, the sessions, the people.” – Jayne O’Leary from Salem State University . We have seen, and will continue to see, changes in the tech landscape, and this notion of engagement with students throughout their journey. Something changes. It’s not the same.

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Power 2020 Higher Ed Planning with these bbcon Insights

Connection Cafe

Nashville, TN.? The session topics covered, like learning about the innovations being delivered in Blackbaud CRM, are invaluable to Clemson and enrich our strategy throughout the year.” . – Larissa Riggins Kelly, S enior D irector of A dvancement S ervices, Clemson University . were not able to attend,?you and help for your?20

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Higher Ed Trends and Learnings from the Experts at bbcon 2019

Connection Cafe

Nashville, TN.? I also had the pleasure of interviewing James Wiley in t he # bbcon Lounge to discuss the latest tech trends in higher education and how digital transformation is changing the way universities operate. You can check out a recording of this interview on YouTube. ? . Communicating Your Institution’s Value .

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Need a New Year Recharge? Attend These Nonprofit Conferences in 2024

Allegiance Group

Speakers include industry leaders like university presidents, nonprofit consulting firms, and advancement leaders. This intimate retreat is more like a think tank in which attendees can focus on the strategy behind their work. Get there early for the free 2024 Junior Scholar Workshop, happening June 4-6.