LETTER FROM THE CHANCELLOR
TOGETHER , WE ARE MORE
I often talk about our “ Triton Family ” when engaging students , alumni , staff , faculty , friends and donors . Those who have close connections to our university are family in every sense of the word . Together , we are curious , collaborative , equitable and diligent in our pursuits . We support one another both directly and indirectly , and we share many of the same goals . We fight disease , climate change and systemic racism . We conceive and develop innovations that improve the human experience . And we evaluate and celebrate humanity through art and culture . Much of this is powered through the incredible generosity of our extended Triton Family .
Engagement and support from 226,000-plus Triton alumni around the world are vital to the continued success of this university . As of March , the Campaign for UC San Diego has received $ 240 million in gifts from 45,700 alumni donors . For comparison , our previous campaign yielded 28,500 alumni donors and raised $ 18 million in gifts . That represents a 60 % increase in the number of alumni donors and an increase of more than 1,200 % in alumni dollars received . It is this critical investment that has carried UC San Diego to new heights , growing the prestige and distinction of your alma mater .
Alumni have also invested heavily in student support and success . Since February 2021 , Tritons have donated $ 10.2 million through the Chancellor ’ s Scholarship and Fellowship Challenge . With the additional $ 5.6 million in matching funds , $ 15.6 million has been raised to directly support our students and advance important equity initiatives . And there is still time to contribute . Gifts to any scholarship or fellowship will receive a $ 1 match for every $ 2 given until June 30 , 2022 . I hope you join us in our efforts to support the next generation of our Triton Family .
Reflecting upon the past couple of years fills me with an immense sense of pride . We have accomplished so much together in support of our values and mission despite challenging times . Whether through generous donations , hosting students at “ Take a Triton to Work ,” or partnering to hire our brilliant Triton graduates , our alumni and community consistently support UC San Diego . Each of you contributes to the success of our students , programs and entire university and embodies the spirit of our everexpanding family .
Speaking of expanding , starting in our next issue , Triton magazine will be shared with a broader audience . You will still see the same great articles about fellow alumni , updates from campus and UC San Diego Health , and previews of upcoming alumni events . But now you will learn even more about the educational excellence , research , initiatives and impact that your alma mater is known to deliver . I know our alumni will take pride in sharing UC San Diego ’ s impressive success with new members of our Triton Family .
With kind regards ,
Pradeep K . Khosla Chancellor
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