Reflections Magazine Issue #74 - Spring 2011 | Page 31

Campaign News

Endowed Growth
The University will raise $3 million in endowed
scholarship funds, primarily through planned
giving, to help provide long-term financial health
to the institution. Endowments allow a donor
to create a permanent legacy at Siena Heights
University, providing funding for scholarships,
faculty, and programs. This funding will help
Siena attract the best faculty, continue to offer
access and opportunities to deserving students
and provide improvements to existing programs.
“We would like acknowledge the generosity of
our donors, some of whom have created a lasting
footprint and legacy at our university,” President
Albert said. “Once these priorities are realized,
Siena Heights will certainly be ‘On Higher
Ground’ from a facility and student standpoint.”

In fact, President Albert recognized several campaign donors at the event with a new designation
called the St. Catherine’s Circle. Reserved for
those individuals or organizations displaying
extraordinary support for the mission of Siena
Heights University, the St. Catherine’s Circle is
named for St. Catherine of Siena, the patroness
of Siena Heights. This is considered one of the
University’s highest honors.
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Adrian Dominican Sisters
Chartwells
Betty Cummings
Dr. Mike Dawson
The Hickman family
Ruth LaFontaine
Mary Spencer
David Stevens

“And it is appropriate that we introduce the St.
Catherine’s Circle on the feast day of St. Catherine,” President Albert said.
Over the next year, Siena Heights will work to
realize and exceed its $13 million goal by June
30, 2012. SHU currently has gifts and pledges
totaling more than $12 million. u
To contribute to the On Higher Ground
Campaign, please call [phone] or
visit www.sienaheights.edu\campaign.

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