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Facilitating Higher Education Growth through Fundraising and Philanthropy, 1st Edition

  • Henry C. Alphin Jr.
  • Jennie Lavine
  • Stormy Stark
  • Adam Hocker
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  • ISBN-10: 1466696656
  • ISBN-13: 9781466696655
  • DDC: 378.1
  • Grade Level Range: College Freshman - College Senior
  • 372 Pages | eBook
  • Original Copyright 2015 | Published/Released May 2016
  • This publication's content originally published in print form: 2015

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Overview

This title explores current and emergent approaches in the financial development and sustainability of higher education institutions through altruistic actions and financial assistance. It provides global perspectives on the economics of philanthropy in educational settings and subsequent growth and development within these environments. It is an exhaustive reference source for professors, researchers, educational administrators, and politicians interested in the effects of altruism on colleges and universities.

Table of Contents

Front Cover.
Title Page.
Copyright Page.
Other Frontmatter.
Dedication.
Editorial Advisory Board.
Table of Contents.
Detailed Table of Contents.
Foreword.
Preface.
Studying Higher Education Philanthropy and Developing a Growth Strategy.
1: Studying Philanthropy and Fundraising in the Field of Higher Education: A Proposed Conceptual Model.
2: Philanthropy and the Character of the Public Research University: The Intersections of Private Giving, Institutional Autonomy, and Shared Governance.
3: Tweeting for Donors: How Institutions of Higher Education Use Social Media to Raise Funds.
4: Senior Leaders as Effective Fundraisers: A Toolbox for Dealing with Complexities in the New Ecology.
Community, Culture, and Economic Development in Higher Education Fundraising and Philanthropy.
5: Higher Education and Philanthropy Potential in the GCC States: Analysis of Challenges and Opportunities for FDI and Venture Philanthropy in the MENA Region.
6: Rebirth of a Program via Community, Industry, and Philanthropic Support.
7: Dynamics of Collaboration between U.S. Foundations and African Universities.
8: Islamic Philanthropy as a “Discursive Tradition”.
Higher Education Fundraising and Philanthropic Support in Action.
9: Effective Approaches in Higher Education Development: A Survey in Fundraising Best Practices.
10: The Role of Philanthropy on the Strategic Planning Process of a Selective Liberal Arts and Science College.
11: The Role of Corporate and Foundation Relations Development Officers (CFRs).
12: Alumni Giving and Social Exchange: A Study of Alumni Giving Behavior.
Compilation of References.
About the Contributors.
Index.
Front Cover.
Title Page.
Copyright Page.
Other Frontmatter.
Dedication.
Editorial Advisory Board.
Table of Contents.
Detailed Table of Contents.
Foreword.
Preface.
Studying Higher Education Philanthropy and Developing a Growth Strategy.
1: Studying Philanthropy and Fundraising in the Field of Higher Education: A Proposed Conceptual Model.
2: Philanthropy and the Character of the Public Research University: The Intersections of Private Giving, Institutional Autonomy, and Shared Governance.
3: Tweeting for Donors: How Institutions of Higher Education Use Social Media to Raise Funds.
4: Senior Leaders as Effective Fundraisers: A Toolbox for Dealing with Complexities in the New Ecology.
Community, Culture, and Economic Development in Higher Education Fundraising and Philanthropy.
5: Higher Education and Philanthropy Potential in the GCC States: Analysis of Challenges and Opportunities for FDI and Venture Philanthropy in the MENA Region.
6: Rebirth of a Program via Community, Industry, and Philanthropic Support.
7: Dynamics of Collaboration between U.S. Foundations and African Universities.
8: Islamic Philanthropy as a “Discursive Tradition”.
Higher Education Fundraising and Philanthropic Support in Action.
9: Effective Approaches in Higher Education Development: A Survey in Fundraising Best Practices.
10: The Role of Philanthropy on the Strategic Planning Process of a Selective Liberal Arts and Science College.
11: The Role of Corporate and Foundation Relations Development Officers (CFRs).
12: Alumni Giving and Social Exchange: A Study of Alumni Giving Behavior.
Compilation of References.
About the Contributors.
Index.