Public phase of "The Campaign for TCU" begins

Fort Worth, TX

4/4/2008

On April 3, TCU kicked off the public phase of The Campaign for TCU, the University's first comprehensive fundraising campaign in 14 years, with a celebration under the stars and a special performance by CBS Face the Nation host and 1959 TCU graduate Bob Schieffer and his band, Honky Tonk Confidential. More than 900 guests were expected to attend the event.

Money raised from The Campaign for TCU will advance the University's vision of providing students a world-class, values-centered university experience. The three primary areas of focus for the Campaign include building world-class academic programs and supporting the faculty; recruiting high-achieving students with the potential for leadership; and enhancing the University's vibrant living/learning community. During the leadership gift phase, more than $155 million was raised for the Campaign, a record-breaking amount.

"TCU is a relevant force in American higher education," said Chancellor Victor J. Boschini, Jr. "But we cannot rest on our achievements. We must offer not only a distinctive educational experience, but also one that is truly world-class. Our graduates must be prepared to succeed competitively in their respective professions. In addition -- to realize our value-centered mission -- they must have the skills and the commitment to act as ethical leaders in our global community."

"This Campaign will position TCU for greater national and international recognition," said Don Whelan, vice chancellor for university advancement. "TCU is a school with major momentum, and the fact that we have raised 62 percent of our goal, while less than 40 percent of the campaign time has elapsed, is evidence that our donors are clearly in support of the University's vision and direction."

The Campaign for TCU has raised more than:

 

• $36.3 million for scholarships and faculty support

• $22.9 million for academic programs

• $73.1 million for facilities

• $17 million for the annual fund (which supports the budget with unrestricted funds)

• $5.9 million in other designated gifts

Support for the campaign has come from alumni and other friends, trustees, parents, corporations and foundations.

The Campaign for TCU will wrap up in 2012.

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