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@unco.edu.
$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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Celebrating the Class of Spring 2024
Earlier this month, the University of Northern Colorado (UNC) graduated more than 1,200 Bears from 46 Colorado counties, 45 states and 21 countries. A whopping 43% of graduates were the first in their families to graduate from college, making it the graduating class with the highest percentage of first-generation students, as well as the most diverse class, in the past five years. Take a closer look at the journey of five of this year’s incredible graduates, one from each of UNC’s colleges.
Building a Bear Legacy: The Antuna Family
When Kevin, ’95, and Amy, ’96, Antuna decided to attend UNC, all they knew was that they wanted to improve their lives. Now, Kevin and Amy’s children have both graduated from UNC and launched careers in their chosen fields. While the couple didn’t know they would be embarking on a journey that bettered their future children’s lives, they’re proud of all their UNC education has enabled them to do.
UNC Student Goes Behind the Scenes with Bears Give Back
This year on April 11, Michelle Sarahang, ’23, had a special opportunity to go behind the scenes of this year’s Bears Give Back crowdfunding campaign. Through her experience, she learned how much time and effort goes into a fundraising campaign, but also how much support UNC and its students have from their community.
Visit the Newsroom and Alumni Blog to find more stories highlighting UNC success stories.
