Giving
FAR ABOVE:
The Campaign for Kansas
KU Endowment has launched a campaign that will carry the University of Kansas and the KU School of Engineering far into the future. Whether you share a passion for innovative research and discovery, a love of exceptional instruction, or believe all students should have opportunities to excel and succeed, KU Endowment is available to help you support the School of Engineering.
One of the strengths of the KU School of Engineering is the unwavering support of its alumni and friends. Their professional successes have enabled them to foster personal and professional growth in the next generation of engineers and computer scientists through the school.
Alumni support can take the form of scholarships, distinguished professorships, laboratory improvements, School structures and programs and more.
The School of Engineering also hosts a Corporate Partners Program for business and industry aimed at producing additional highly skilled engineers and computer scientists. Members of the Corporate Partners Program support KU’s high school recruiting efforts by providing essential financial support to seek out and engage bright and creative teens.
Young School of Engineering graduates are invited to join KU Endowment’s Deans Club Rising Stars to continue support for the KU School of Engineering. Generous support from young alumni can facilitate cutting-edge research, enhance the prestige and reputation of a KU engineering education, and attract and educate the best and brightest engineering students. Rising Stars Deans Club is a special giving level offered only to alumni 35 years or younger who make an annual gift of $500 to the School of Engineering. Gifts can be designated to support any department, program or initiative within the school. Check with your future employer’s human resources department to see if you gift can qualify for a matching contribution. A financial match by your company can decrease your out-of-pocket giving, but still qualify you for Rising Stars recognition. Learn more at KU Endowment Rising Stars.
Meet Our Team
Donations for the School of Engineering through the KU Endowment keep the school on the leading edge of research, education and innovation. If you would like to explore ways you can help, please contact the School of Engineering Development Team:
Amy Spikes
Development Director and Team Leader, KU Endowment
1891 Constant Ave. Lawrence, KS 66047;
(785) 832-7467
Megan Hill
Assistant Director, Corporate & Foundation Development, KU Endowment
1891 Constant Ave., Lawrence, KS 66047;
(785) 832-7381
Molly Paugh
Development Director, KU Endowment
1891 Constant Ave. Lawrence, KS 66047;
(785) 832-7319
Susan Reilly
Associate Development Director, KU Endowment
1891 Constant Ave., Lawrence, KS 66047;
(785) 832-7351
To learn about giving opportunities for the school that fit your interests please visit KU Endowment, the university's official fundraising organization.
Corporate Partners Program
The need for new top talent in the engineering ranks is never-ending. As a leader in business and industry, your firm can play a key role in the effort to get more high-ability high school students to pursue a career in engineering. The Corporate Partners Program at the University of Kansas recognizes this demand for additional capable engineers and focuses its resources from participating organizations on enhancing student recruitment and retention activities. With support from its Corporate Partners, KU can produce an increased number of strong engineering and computer science graduates who help meet the growing needs of business and industry.
Benefits
Our students like to know their hard work and studying are for a reason – a fulfilling career with a progressive, focused employer. The school’s Corporate Partner Program helps students see a future with you.
As a Corporate Partner, your company is recognized throughout the year, and your firm’s name frequently appears before students. The school hosts several annual events where Corporate Partners are recognized, including career fairs, alumni receptions, KU football tailgates, engineering competitions and department banquets. Other benefits include website recognition, acknowledgment in the “Kansas Engineer” alumni magazine, the Deans Club Dinner and additional opportunities to become involved at KU.
Investment
Several Corporate Partners Program giving levels are available and are based on your company’s desire and ability to be involved with the KU School of Engineering. Annual partnerships start at $5,000. A five-year commitment is encouraged to ensure sustained, productive contact between students, the Corporate Partner and the school. Additional contributions can be made to address other needs, such as scholarships, support for distinguished faculty, and classroom and lab improvements.
Giving Levels
$5,000 – Corporate Level
$10,000 – Professional Level
$25,000 – Associate Level
$50,000 – Executive Level
$75,000 or more – Partner Level
To find out more
Firms and corporations play a vital role in the overall success of the KU School of Engineering. If you have questions or would like to visit with us about becoming a Corporate Partner, please contact KU Endowment and ask for a member of the Engineering Development Team, 1-800-444-4201.
Amy Spikes
Development Director and Team Leader
875-832-7467
Megan Hill
Development Officer
875-832-7381
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