The Crimson Laureate Society: Biology

CRIMSON Laureate Society

Science and math drive technological and social progress, improve lives, and enable us to face the global challenges affecting today’s world. Much of this work begins right here at the College of Science, where researchers drive transformative discoveries in drug development, clean energy, data science, climate change, and astronomy, while training future scientists, doctors, business leaders, and more. In March, we launched the Crimson Laureate Society, a group dedicated to advancing science and math at the University of Utah. We now have over 660 members, making the contributions that drive outreach, education, and research in your College while gaining exclusive, member-only benefits like VIP event invitations. The holiday season provides an opportunity both to reflect on accomplishments like these, and to look forward to ways of making 2018 even more impactful for science and our students. That’s why I am asking you to join your fellow alumni and science supporters by establishing your Crimson Laureate Society membership. Sincerely,

Henry S. White Dean, College of Science, and Distinguished Professor of Chemistry

College of Science • Office of the Dean 1430 East Presidents Circle, Rm. 220, Salt Lake City, UT 84112-0140 801-581-6958 • science.utah.edu

CRIMSON Laureate Society The holidays have arrived, and it’s time to celebrate giving! Please consider a contribution to support the Department of Biology in furthering education and research that is so vital to our community. The Department of Biology is the largest academic department at the University of Utah, providing an exceptional education to students. Because of the generosity of donors like you, many of these students can participate directly and become involved in the research enterprise. These experiences are transformative and provide students with the skills and experiences necessary to launch their own careers. Your gift will provide additional opportunities for students studying a wide range of topics from cell biology to environmental studies, from neuroscience to evolutionary genetics. Our faculty and students are engaged in conducting groundbreaking research in Utah and around the world. Whether you are giving as an alumnus of the Biology Department and paying forward the opportunities you enjoyed as a student, as a supporter of world-class research, or in honor of a friend or loved one, you have our sincere thanks. By joining the Crimson Laureate Society as the year-end approaches, you can strengthen the future of biology education and research in the new year and beyond. Please review the Biology key funding areas listed below and thanks for your support this holiday season! Sincerely,

M. Denise Dearing Chair, Department of Biology

YES! I will join the Crimson Laureate Society and pledge my support for this fund: ☐☐ K. GORDON LARK ENDOWMENT (SC25948-40165) Dr. Gordon Lark established the Department in 1972. His endowment will fund undergraduate research, a visiting lectureship, and eventually a Presidential Endowed Chair for star faculty.

☐☐ LEGLER LECTURER IN HUMAN ANATOMY (SC18635-40165) Honoring the work of Drs. John Legler and Mark Nielsen, the Legler Lecturer in Human Anatomy ensures that our legacy of excellence in Human Anatomy education continues in perpetuity.

☐☐ UNDERGRADUATE RESEARCH (SC07084-40165) Undergraduate scholarships provide students with learning experiences, community engagement, and mentorship, resources proven to increase success.

☐☐ BIOLOGY GENERAL SUPPORT (SC03265-40165) These funds are used to support students, faculty and teaching throughout the Department of Biology, targeting the areas of greatest need.

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CRIMSON Laureate Society Your generous gift will help advance our scientific mission and grant you membership in the Crimson Laureate Society. As a member, you will have access to a number of exclusive benefits, including: • VIP invitations and seating at featured College of Science events • Recognition on our Hall of Fame donor wall and the College of Science website • Opportunities to engage with our talented and accomplished faculty • Recognition in the Notebook magazine (Collegiate Club and up) • Venues for networking with College of Science alumni and friends • Special tokens of appreciation based on your membership level President’s Circle

President’s Club

Dean’s Circle

$10,000 or more

$2,500 to $9,999

$1,500 to $2,499

All tokens of appreciation University recognition

Desk organizer

Dean’s Club

Collegiate Club $250 to $499

Century Club

$500 to $1,499

$100 to $249

Window cling and magnet

Lapel pin

License plate frame

Note: You will receive all tokens of appreciation at and below your chosen membership level

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$100 ($8.33 / month) $250 ($20.83 / month) $500 ($41.67 / month) $1,500 ($125.00 / month) $2,500 ($208.33 / month) $10,000 ($833.33 / month)

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