Campaign for Appalachian Facts

C A M PA I G N FAC T S

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On December 31, 2014, the Campaign for Appalachian surpassed the highest fundraising goal in the university’s history. The previous campaign, The Campaign for the Second Century, concluded in December 2002 after exceeding its original $50 million goal by raising $83.2 million.

“It was a group effort,” Carole Wilson, a member of Appalachian State University’s Board of Trustees and co-chair of the campaign steering committee, said of work undertaken by university volunteers, board members and fundraising staff.

“It has taken the entire Appalachian Family to exceed the $200 million goal. I especially am grateful for the invaluable assistance of the campaign steering committee and campaign co-chairs Brad ’75 and Carole Wilson ’75, members of the Board of Trustees, Appalachian State University Foundation Board, Board of Visitors and Appalachian Alumni Council,” Vice Chancellor Susan Pettyjohn said.

“Their guidance helped my team in University Advancement exceed our fundraising goal.”

“As we work diligently to keep tuition and fee increases in balance, private funding continues to be more instrumental every day in providing our students, faculty and staff with the resources they need to succeed at the highest level.”

– Chancellor Sheri N. Everts

$203,593,769 raised in support of academics, the arts and athletics at Appalachian State University, surpassing the Campaign for Appalachian’s $200 million goal.

10

professorships were established

124

new endowed scholarships established; an additional 16 have been committed

$29.2

million total endowment

growth

$32.7

million was contributed to support new facilities or the renovation of facilities on campus – Schaefer Center – Beasley Media Complex – New athletic facilities – Pledge of land for new College of Health Sciences building – Peacock Hall modernization

M O V I N G

F O R W A R D

SUPPORTING CHANCELLOR EVERTS’ FUNDING PRIORITIES INCLU Need-Based Scholarships Appalachian has a long and rich tradition of ensuring access to higher education for those who might be struggling to pay for college. When those who never considered college to be an option are afforded the opportunity to attend, it makes a difference in their lives and beyond.

When they are able to attend Appalachian, and engage in this stellar academic community and its full Appalachian Experience, the difference is truly transformational. Our community is stronger for having them as members, and our state and nation benefit by having passionate and flourishing Appalachian alumni at work in the world.

Merit-Based Scholarships Appalachian has become a destination institution for dedicated students who seek challenging academic programs and co-curricular experiences, engaged faculty and a vibrant campus culture that will shape them into accomplished, responsible global citizens. Among these students are scholars whose intellectual achievements garner top scholarships from universities across the country. To ensure that Appalachian can offer competitive support and allow these bright minds to join our community is vital to the academic success and reputation of our university.

41,515 Total Campaign Donors 24,032 New Donors to Appalachian - 58 percent in the Campaign 121,612

$112,484,191

were made to the Appalachian State University Foundation in support of the university

at the end of the Campaign for Appalachian, December 2014

Individual gifts and pledges

Cash in hand

$66,243,822 Estate plans, gifts & commitments $11,315,246 received $54,928,576 outstanding

UDING: Distinguished Professorships Appalachian’s faculty have established a reputation for scholarly excellence, teaching prowess, creative pedagogy and an attitude of care for our students.

Supporting faculty in their research and teaching is critical to creating an environment where our students learn and grow at the highest level.

The ability to establish and offer distinguished professorships is critical to attracting faculty who will make a difference in the lives of our students and through their own research.

Annual Giving Appalachian is fortunate to have donors who step up and help us achieve our goals and reach beyond. The importance of annual giving, in addition to supporting special projects and scholarships, is central to our ability to meet strategic needs and chart our own destiny. As public dollars shrink, annual gifts make the deep transformational experience possible. The Appalachian Fund, which supports more than seventy areas across campus, is a strong example of what our community can achieve when we work together. An annual gift from Every Mountaineer, Every Year can truly make a difference today and for generations to come.

HOW THE $203.5 MILLION WILL BE USED: $7.70 fffff

Operating and program support $107.6 million

Scholarship support $45.7 million

Unrestricted support $7.7 million

Faculty/Staff support $9.8 million

Facilities $32.7 million

CAMPAIGN STEERING COMMITTEE Brad ’75 and Carole ’75 Wilson, co-chairs George G. Beasley ’58 Avery B. Hall ’93 Martha Ann Murray Walter V. Murray Don Phillips ’72 Pat Phillips Alice G. Roess Bonnie Schaefer Jamie Schaefer Michael Steinback Cathy Steinback J. Douglas Williams ’83

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