University Advancement
Building on the reputation of more than 130 years of academic excellence and community impact, University Advancement elevates the brand of UNC, engages external constituents, and develops the philanthropic strategies that support UNC priorities.
Reporting to Vice President Allie Steg Haskett ’03, UNC’s advancement staff manage all facets of UNC’s external operation to include advancement operations, alumni and community relations, development, and marketing and communications.
The division works with UNC leadership as well as faculty and staff to effectively promote and market the university, strengthen and celebrate alumni career outcomes, and engage constituents and community partners in philanthropy, volunteerism, advocacy. The division is also responsible for the management of UNC's alumni constituent records which inform strategic relationship management and program assessment and accreditation. Additionally, the UNC Foundation, a separate legal entity, works closely with all of University Advancement and is integrated both physically and strategically in all facets of the advancement enterprise.
University Advancement offices are located on the first floor of Carter Hall. Reach us at 970-351-2551 or advancement@shorinji-kempo.net.
$25 Million Gift, Largest in UNC History, Accelerates Plans for College of Osteopathic Medicine
UNC's vision to meet the critical and growing demand for doctors across the state just received a major endorsement. The Weld Trust has committed $25 million, earmarked for the university's proposed College of Osteopathic Medicine.
Galvanize a Stronger Bear Network
With more than 140,000 alumni, plus faculty, staff and friends, UNC has a tremendous ability to galvanize the relationships and resources necessary to support student success.
The strong community connections you find across UNC provides authentic learning experiences and reciprocal partnerships and collaborations. UNC sets the standard for how engaged universities enrich the lives of our students on campus, throughout Colorado and beyond.
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"In It for the Long Haul," Alumna Wins Presidential Teaching Award
Sidney Cerise, '13, recently won the prestigious Presidential Award for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching. It is the top honor bestowed to K-12 STEM teachers, and Cerise is one of only 336 educators nationwide to receive the honor as a part of this cohort.
Now Open: UNC's Center for Student Well-Being
On the first floor of the University Center, University of Northern Colorado (UNC) leaders celebrated the completion of two new resource spaces geared toward supporting students beyond their education.
10th Annual Future Teacher Conference
UNC welcomed more than 500 participants to campus on Friday, February 7, 2025 for the 10th annual Future Teacher Conference, where prospective students learn from UNC faculty, staff, and alumni.
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