ADVANCING THE MISSION
VIRTUAL EVENTS
FOUNDER ’ S DAY
October 1 , 2020 marked the 73rd anniversary of Stevenson University ’ s founding in 1947 as Villa Julie . On this special day each fall , members of our campus community join together to honor our past , celebrate our present , and look toward our future . This year , alumni were invited to test their historical knowledge of the university by participating in our Founders Day Trivia Contest . Over 80 alumni joined in the fun and six winners with the highest score were mailed a Stevenson-themed prize .
VIRTUAL HOMECOMING + FAMILY WEEK
Stevenson University hosted its first-ever Virtual Homecoming Celebration during the week of October 19-24 . Homecoming is a time to strengthen your Stevenson connection and show your Mustang Pride . This year ’ s virtual celebration was a chance to keep the Stevenson Spirit alive from afar !
Members of the SU community were encouraged to participate in our Mustang Pride Campaign by submitting photos and memories that were shared via email and through social media during the week . Alumni , students , parents , and friends were invited to sport Stevenson gear , enjoy performances of the SU Fight Song and Alma Mater , attend virtual events , and share memories of Homecomings past .
We can ’ t wait to welcome our SU community back to campus when it is safe for us to do so . We extend our gratitude to the dedicated members of our community who continue to support the university during this time .
COFFEE HOUSE : LGBTQ + AND STEVENSON PRIDE EDITION
On Thursday , October 22 , Stevenson alumni were invited to tune in for a Virtual Homecoming Coffee House presented by the Center for Diversity & Inclusion ( CDI ) and Arts Alive ! In honor of LGBTQ + History Month and our SU Homecoming festivities , the theme for October ’ s performances were PRIDE .
Stevenson ’ s monthly Coffee House events stream live from the CDI Instagram account (@ MustangCDI ) and feature performances in alignment with National History and Heritage Month celebrations . Following each live event , a video recording is posted to the SU YouTube Channel . an important message of thanks to those individuals who invest in our students through scholarship support each year . It is because of their ongoing commitment that many students are able to continue their journey at Stevenson University .
Donors and students received a link to view the video at 10 a . m . on November 8 and the video remained live for each to enjoy at their convenience .
A CELEBRATION OF LEADERSHIP , LOYALTY , AND LEGACY
SCHOLARSHIP CELEBRATION
On Sunday , November 8 , President Elliot Hirshman and members of the Stevenson University community shared messages of gratitude with scholarship donors and student recipients in a Scholarship Celebration video .
While this virtual celebration could not compare to our annual event on campus connecting students and their scholarship donors , the university aimed to extend
On Thursday , December 3 , President Hirshman shared a video message with Stevenson ’ s leadership donors who provided generous philanthropic support to the University and our students during the 2019-2020 academic year . The celebration honored members of the Nick Mueller Society , whose generous support allows the university to provide resources to students , faculty , and staff when they are most urgently needed . Additionally , members of The 1947 Club for Consecutive Giving and members of the Great Oaks Society for Planned Giving were honored .
Learn more about Leadership , Loyalty , and Legacy Giving at Stevenson University : www . stevenson . edu / alumni-giving / giving / recognition-societies /
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