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The president of Augsburg University speaks about his institution’s long-running commitment to inclusion and equity, how the past year has brought more urgency, and the crucial role of advancement.

The principal of Christina Chang Equity Consulting discusses empathy, embedding anti-racist systems, and understanding our history.

Advancement leaders from three community colleges share how they reorganized, strategized, and adapted in 2020 to continue to support the missions of their institutions.

Taking on a leadership role can be a daunting task. The CASE Academy offers an intensive, eight-segment course for advancement professionals ready to take the next step in their careers. It balances strategic guidance and practical advice from the most seasoned and successful advancement professionals in the world.  We sat down with these faculty members about the best professional advice they’ve received and what they’re most looking forward to at the inaugural Academy.  

How collaborations can help insitutions achieve their advancement goals and enhance their impact.

For members seeking information on a variety of advancement topics, the CASE Library’s Advancement Resource Catalog provides a central stop for resources on topics including campaign planning, engaging non-traditional alumni, and the latest research in the world of advancement.

Enthusiastic employees—no matter what their roles are in your institutions—are those who will be incredible brand ambassadors both at work and after hours. They are, essentially, unofficial admissions representatives and customer service agents, and you want to ensure they are informed, engaged, and positive.

What institutions, teams, and advancement professionals can do to build inclusive campuses.

With more and more universities embarking on record-breaking fundraising campaigns, grappling with stagnant enrollment, and defending their place amid seismic societal shifts, employees with institutional knowledge and deep-rooted relationships with faculty and staff are essential to communicating the values of an institution and connecting the public with stories that embody those values.