University Development and Alumni Relations
The Office of Development and Alumni Relations is responsible for the University’s fundraising and alumni relations efforts. This office promotes alumni engagement and works with individuals, corporations and foundations to provide critical financial support for the University and its students. The office also leads and manages the University’s Capital Campaign. The office of the associate vice president for Development and Campaign Planning is in Room 111 of Old Main.
Development
The Development staff interacts with major gifts donors, corporations, foundations and others to support the University’s strategic goals and to provide funding for student scholarships. In addition to the Capital Campaign, planned giving, donor relations and institutional research are part of this office’s mission.
Alumni Relations and Annual Giving
The Office of Alumni Relations and Annual Giving is the liaison between the University and more than 53,000 living alumni. Located on the first floor of the Michael and Julia Kara Alumni House, this office organizes, coordinates and/or promotes a wide variety of programs, services and events, including Homecoming, Alumni Weekend and numerous class, geographic and society programs both on and off campus. In addition, this office manages the Annual Fund to enrich educational experiences at Cal U, and it works with the Alumni Association to conduct various projects. Phone: 724-938-4418; fax: 724-938-4327; e-mail: alumni@cup.edu.
Alumni Association
The California University of Pennsylvania Alumni Association serves the University and its alumni by fostering a wide circle of beneficial relationships among alumni, students, the University and the greater community. The University’s alumni have been organized officially since 1939. Today, more than 53,000 graduates are members of the association. The association’s board consists of 24 directors, elected by the membership. The board works closely with the President’s Office and the Office of Development and Alumni Relations. Phone: 724-938-4418; fax: 724-938-4327; e-mail: alumni@cup.edu.
Foundation for California University of Pennsylvania
The Foundation for California University of Pennsylvania, with offices on the second floor of the Michael and Julia Kara Alumni House, receives funds from foundations, businesses, alumni, staff, faculty and friends to benefit the University and its programs. The foundation manages endowment funds that provide support for student scholarships and other University activities. Phone: 724-938-4329; fax: 724-938-4480.