• Is a way for the Senior Class  to lay a foundation for future giving
• Promotes the continued support and enhancement of SU
• Gives seniors a valuable and rewarding experience in philanthropy
• Raises awareness among all students of the importance of giving support to SU early in life
• Gives the senior class a special way to show appreciation of SU

SU graduating seniors participate in raising awareness of giving and raising funds for a senior class gift to the Salisbury University. The seniors conduct a gift campaign with the support of the SU Annual Fund Staff. Seniors are encouraged to give during their senior year and are educated on both the institution's needs and the importance of their continued annual support. The Senior Class Gift Campaign is a wonderful way for students to leave a legacy to SU and to keep that legacy going with continued support as alumni. The Senior Class of 2006 can continue this tradition of student giving and  set a standard for future graduating classes!

You may be saying, "I paid my tuition and gave my support through that tuition for 4 or more years. Why do I need to give SU any more support?"

Good question! Your unrestricted gift allows the University to respond to opportunities for strengthening and enriching student education and to meet unanticipated student needs just as the gifts from generous SU alumni and friends allowed the same for YOUR wonderful years at SU. Restricted gifts may be directed toward the enhancement of specific programs or may be designated specifically for scholarships.

10. Your gift, no matter what size, shows the commitment the Class of 2006 has to Salisbury University.

9. You leave a lasting impression of the Class of 2006 and set a standard for future graduating classes.

8. Your gift gives you an opportunity to show the appreciation you have for the exceptional experience you have had at Salisbury University.

7. Your gift carries on the Senior Gift tradition and strengthens the current and future success of SU.

6. Your gift will increase our donor participation, which will enable Salisbury University to achieve a higher national ranking, increase the value of your degree and attract more corporate and foundation gifts.

5. Your gift will help prepare students for today’s competitive job market by providing them with internships, career counseling and development, international studies, and research experience.

4. You will have an opportunity to make your gift in honor of or in memory of a person who has been integral in your education and has made a difference in your life.

3. Your gift supports the various programs on campus that allow for the exceptional educational and personal experience that tuition doesn’t cover completely. Tuition covers 31% of what it costs to educate an SU student so the Salisbury University Fund (the SU’s annual giving program) depends on your continued support.

2. You are making an investment in SU’s students much like the way alumni, parents, friends and other students made an investment in you during your SU experience!

1. It’s the right thing to do!

You can contact us at seniorclass@salisbury.edu or
call 410-543-6042 if you have questions
or want to become involved.

To make a gift on-line, go to

http://alumni.salisbury.edu/donations

410-543-6042

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