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Donald R. Bobbitt
Dean
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J. William Fulbright College of Arts and Sciences is a university
leader in attracting private donor support, as it should be.
Our scientists are uncovering the secrets of the human genome,
discovering effective new methods for treating addiction,
and leading the effort to bring the latest technologies into
our schools and businesses.
Our artists and scholars are equally productive. They regularly
offer outstanding plays, concerts, and art exhibits, as well
as add to our understanding of state and national politics,
social welfare reform movements, human psychology, and the
history and culture of the South.
Since the beginning of the University of Arkansas’ Campaign
for the Twenty-First Century in 1998, generous private
donors have contributed almost $56 million to Fulbright College.
I wish I could thank each of our donors personally for the
difference they have made in the success of our students and
faculty.
A major gift to a college or university generally
represents an expression of a donor’s personal values,
ideals, and goals, and often, a deep appreciation for the
value of an education. A gift to Fulbright College, for example,
might be made to create a personal or family legacy, as well
as provide the donor the opportunity to join in the university’s
success. Often, our alumni and friends want to give back to
a College they feel was crucial in helping them build meaningful
careers and lives, while others want to create a memorial
to a close friend, mentor, or family member.
Fulbright College is working to build the future that Senator
Fulbright envisioned years ago, one that arises, like the
best philanthropy, “from our own minds and hearts.”
I ask you to take a moment and look over the goals we have
set for Fulbright College. If you have ever wondered how you
might be able to show your appreciation for a professor or
friend, for the days you spent on this campus, or simply for
the quality of your education and the doors it has opened
for you, please give me a call. I would be happy to work with
you. Together we can discover the legacy you wish to leave
for the future.
Donald R. Bobbitt
or contact
The Office of Development
J. William Fulbright College of Arts and Sciences
525 Old Main
Phone: (479) 575-3712
Fax: (479) 575-2642
fulbdevt@uark.edu
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Major Fundraising Initiatives
Fulbright College seeks support in three areas:
faculty, students, and programs.
For example, when seeking support for faculty,
our top priorities are establishing endowments for chairs,
professorships, and research funds. Such endowments will allow
our programs to compete with the best in the nation.
For our students, the College seeks to raise
funds for Chancellor's Scholarships and study abroad scholarships.
Our graduate students need endowed research funds as well
as assistantships, which will allow us to increase their stipends
to a nationally competitive level.
In 2000, two new programs were created in the
College: the Diane D. Blair Center of Southern Politics and
Society and the School of Social Work. Additional private
support is critical to ensuring that these important initiatives
get off to the right start.
The University of Arkansas Bands
and KUAF 91.3 Public Radio
The Fulbright College Office of Development
is assisting the University of Arkansas bands in raising $5
million to endow two graduate assistantships, a band travel
account, and a fund for acquiring and maintaining instruments.
Most importantly, student performers need more scholarships.
Not only are scholarships necessary in allowing students to
practice and perform without financial pressure, but they
also assist faculty in recruiting and retaining talented performers.
KUAF operates 24 hours a day, and like many
public radio stations, features a program schedule of national
and international news from National Public Radio mixed with
local news, classical music, and entertainment programs. The
Department of Journalism and Fulbright College jointly mange
KUAF, which receives nearly 75% of its budget through private
support from members, corporate underwriters, and foundations.
These private funds pay for programming.
Our goal is to endow KUAF programming, for today's
listeners and for the future.
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