2021 With Purpose Campaign Report

h t i W � e s o p r u P A Vision for the Future Campaign Report 2021 MIDLANDU.EDU

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INTRODUCTION

Midland University With Purpose Campaign In 2016, Midland University began a journey to pursue growth with purpose. The past five years we engaged friends, alumni and community at Midland, increased sustainability support through the annual fund and planned giving, raised funds for key capital and programmatic areas and shared the vision for Midland University’s future.

In this time of growth and innovation it was essential that we acted with purpose. The priorities of our students, alumni and community came first and were addressed meaningfully. The With Purpose campaign was the culmination of Midland’s intentional hopes and goals for the future.

Since we began this initiative five years ago, Midland University committed and raised $50 million to invest back into the university. We are thrilled to share in this report how these funds are enriching our student experience, community and legacy.

We are thankful to our campaign leadership committee for their advice and advocacy for the With Purpose campaign, and we are humbled by the thousands of people who have raised millions of dollars to advance Midland. We know that with your continued support, future generations of students will be inspired to learn and lead with purpose.

Jessica Janssen Wolford Vice President of Institutional Advancement

AT A GLANCE

$50 Million Committed

660+ FirstTime Donors 31%

General Sustainability & Scholarship Support

28%

Future Sustainability Support

16%

Capital Improvement

8%

COVID-19 Support

6% Endowment 5%

Academic Program Investment

5%

New Named Scholarships

1% Other Through this funding, the With Purpose campaign: Increased access to education through scholarships.

Diversified undergraduate and graduate learning experiences.

Upgraded residential campus buildings.

Expanded athletic opportunities.

Made strides in student life, diversity, equity and inclusion.

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IMPACT

Investing in Students From day one of undergraduate to graduate studies and beyond, Midland is dedicated to providing a well-rounded, supportive environment for all students. The With Purpose campaign helped us pursue our commitment to students and provided them the best education opportunities possible. Here were some of the With Purpose campaign’s biggest wins:

“ An ordinary farm boy from Dodge, I have been able to achieve success I could only dream about if not for Midland. Looking back, I know the scholarship aid I received did not grow on trees. It was made possible by someone with a forward-thinking vision about how an ordinary kid could change their life through education.

I want other future students to have their opportunity to achieve their dreams, and that is why I share part of my success each year and pay it forward as a Midland alum.”

Enhanced Learning •O maha Center for Graduate and Professional Studies • Seagren Faculty Endowment •N ursing Simulation Lab at Methodist Fremont Health • Midland 1:1 iPad Technology Program • 107 students studied abroad • Dozens of new programs/degrees •S uccessful matching campaign to enhance the Dunklau School of Business Resources for Student Life, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion •N aming of Chief Diversity Officer in summer 2020 •A nnual Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Summit •N ew Warrior Skills Program Athletics • 33 Varsity Sports •N ew teams since 2015: eSports, Men's and Women's Swim and Dive, Men's and Women's Powerlifting, Men's Lacrosse, Women's Flag Football •O ver 900 student athletes, the largest athletic program in Nebraska

C I M E D A C A W NE 2017 Don Kluthe Class of 1980

• Teacher Career Ladder

• Education Studies Major • Business, Marketing, and Information Technology Endorsement

2016

• Health and Physical Education Endorsement

2018

• Information Technology Endorsement

• Politics and Citizenship Minor

• Master of Science: Learning and Talent Development

• English as a Second Language Graduate Education Endorsement

• Theater Education Endorsement

• Master of Athletic Training

• Code Academy

IMPACT

Education Opportunities and Student Life Dr. Leo H. Kirchhoff Study Away Program

2015-16 2016-17

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2019-20

Midland has helped me grow mentally, emotionally and spiritually, so I can be confident and prepared for my nursing career. Because of Midland, I have found endless opportunities like working at local hospitals, volunteering in the community and traveling in the U.S. and abroad.”

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GRAND TOTAL 107 STUDENTS

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2015-16

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2017-18

2016-17

22

2017-18

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2018-19

Thanks to the generosity of our donors, Midland sent 107 students around the country and world to broaden their horizons.

Connor Frank Senior, Nursing

S M A R PROG

2021

• Agribusiness Major • Accounting Graduate Certificate

2019

• Communication Studies Major

2020

• Human Performance Major

• Business Intelligence and Technology Major

• Medical Arts Major

• High Ability Learner Endorsement

• Diversity and Inclusion Certificate

• Graduate Principal Endorsement

• Social and Emotional Learning and Behavioral Wellness Certificate

• Project Management Certificate

• Coaching Certificate

• Marketing Management Graduate Certificate • Applied Leadership Graduate Certificate • Business Intelligence and Data Analysis Graduate Certificate • Entrepreneurial Leadership Graduate Certificate • Finance Graduate Certificate

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BUILDING & EXPANDING

N EW CO N ST R U CTION Campus Improvements 2016

2018

•S tate of the Art Athletic Facilities' Scoreboards

•D ance Practice Space Updated

•C lassroom Technology

2017 •O maha Location Opened •N ew Women’s Basketball Locker Room •P owerlifting Renovation

• Eikmeier Commons Renovation •H igh Fidelity Nursing Simulation Lab Completion

2019 •M idland 1:1 Technology Initiative with Apple •E nhanced Internet Service on Fremont's Campus and at the Omaha Location

• Luther Library Improvements

2020

• Dining Hall Renovation

• Investmented in Live Stream Technology for Performing Arts and Athletics

• eSports Arena Built

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Without the families and individuals that support Midland, my dreams wouldn't have been a reality.

I would like to personally thank those who have already donated and invested in Midland because this is a unique institution, and it's allowed me to grow as a person, leader and student. Thank you for your continued support to Midland. It does not go unnoticed.”

Morgan Gilliam Senior, Human Performance

ATHLETICS & ARTS

A Place Where Passionate Students Thrive With more than 95% of our student population participating in athletics or performing arts, Midland University is committed to investing in the programs and facilities where our students live out their passion.

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I chose Midland because it provided me with the opportunity to get my degree in accounting, as well as pursue my passion by being on one of the best dance teams in the nation. It was thrilling for our team to take home the national championship in 2019.

When I stepped on campus for my visit, it immediately felt like my home away from home and a place where I knew I would be happy and successful.”

Julianne Lewis Senior, Business Administration

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WITH PURPOSE

l a i c e Sp nks Tha Thank You to the With Purpose Campaign Committee: Gary (‘70) and Carol (‘72) Perkins Randy (‘82) and Shelly (‘83) Eikmeier Tom (‘81) and Laura Walker JJ (‘95) and Jennifer (‘97) Bixby Eric (‘99) and Jamie (‘99) Heedum Steve (‘77) and Julie Navarrette

To start a scholarship or to discuss a planned gift to Midland in the future, please contact Jessica Janssen Wolford at janssenwolford@midlandu.edu or 402-941-6523.

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