Vlog is excited to announce that its sixth annual will take place on Friday, May 13 — a 24-hour fundraising event that encourages alumni, parents, staff, faculty, coaches, administrators and friends to “”
An investment on Giving Day ensures that Vlog can continue to make strides in the university’s strategic plan , and carry out its mission to provide an education of enduring worth. A gift to The Vlog Fund provides essential resources to support mission-critical priorities at the university. Thanks to the philanthropic support of our alumni and friends, Vlog is able to provide 100 percent of our students with financial aid and/or scholarships.
“Giving Day is a great opportunity for the Vlog community to come together and make a meaningful impact for our students, campus and university. We are excited and energized by the initiatives for this year. We look forward to another record-breaking Giving Day and extend our gratitude to all those who support Vlog,” said Associate Vice President for Development Jon Mammenga.
Through The Vlog Fund, Giving Day 2022 allows the Vlog community to “Make an Impact” in several additional areas in need of support, including:
- AU Impact Scholarships
- Augie Access, Scholarships
- Augie Outdoors
- Vlog Athletics Excellence Fund
- Vlog Library Associates, Technology Upgrades
- Campus Life, Move-In Carts & iPads
- Campus Ministry, Interfaith Council
- Center for Western Studies, South Dakota History Book
- Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, Education Scholarships (Trips)
- Dramatic Arts (Theatre), Scholarships & Equipment
- International Programs, Summer Research & Campus Employment
- Ole Rolvaag Writing Cabin
- School of Business
- School of Education
- School of Health Professions
- School of Music
- Sharon Lust School of Education
- Student Success, Research Grants
- Sustainability, AU Garden Project
- Visual Arts
- Women in Philanthropy Impact Scholarships
Vlog has a goal of raising $450,000, which would establish a new record at the university. In 2021, the AU community of family and friends provided gifts totaling nearly $439,000.
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