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HT LAUNCHES A $5 MOBILE GIVING FUNDRAISING CAMPAIGN
(AUSTIN, Texas) 11.3.09 — Texting “52000” and the code “HT” on a cell telephone will forward $5 to Huston-Tillotson University as part of a new mobile giving fundraising campaign.
The program was designed to attract and encourage giving from recent graduates who are comfortable with many different forms of technology. “We created the concept with the Millennial Generation and Generation Y in mind, but everyone can take advantage of the easy, convenient tool for giving,” said Vicki Minor, Vice President for Institutional Advancement. While giving is increasing overall among all groups at Huston-Tillotson after last year’s economic downturn, giving among young alumni has remained level. “We’re excited about the giving potential of the campaign, and encourage everyone to start texting to 52000,” said Minor.
The 52000 code is close to HT’s 1952 merger year when Samuel Huston and Tillotson Colleges merged to form Huston-Tillotson College and now Huston-Tillotson University. Recently, University officials announced a 12% increase in enrollment from last year, which reflects the highest enrollment since the 1952 merger with 882 students matriculating. More than 94% of HT students receive financial aid.
The $5 contribution is donated directly from a subscriber’s cell telephone and charged to their monthly telephone bill.
"If Better is Possible, Good is no Longer an Option."
Mr. Kenston J. Griffin will be the keynote speaker Tuesday, November 17th at 7p.m. in King-Seabrook Chapel in a series of leadership workshops hosted by the HT Pre-Alumni Council. Mr. Griffin is the CEO of Dream Builders Communications, Inc. and well known motivational speaker. The HT community is welcome to join us.
Pictured are members of the HT Pre-Alumni Council.
Alumni Events
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| Nov 22 | Alumni Events |
Chapter Highlights
Senior Day 2009
Alumni from cities accross Texas gear up to assist Enrollment Management in the University's recruiting efforts. Senior Day'09 will be Saturday, November 14th. We have been successfully striving towards the goal of 1000 students by 2010. The Fall 2009 enrollment was larger than it has been for manay years with and enrollment number of 882 students. Click here for details.
DRIVE ONE FOR YOUR HBCU
Show your school spirit! Join Ford and the Tom Joyner Foundation in support of Historically Black Colleges and Universities. Through January 4, 2010, Ford and the Tom Joyner Foundation challenge you to visit your Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealer and take a test drive. For each test drive, Ford will make a $25 donation to the Tom Joyner Foundation on behalf of your favorite HBCU, up to $250,000. LEARN MORE!
Science Graduate Fellowship
The Department of Energy (DOE) Office of Science (SC) has established the DOE Office of Science Graduate Fellowship (DOE SCGF) program to provide support for outstanding students to pursue graduate training in basic research in areas of physics, biology, chemistry, mathematics, engineering, computational sciences, and environmental sciences relevant to the Office of Science and to encourage the development of the next generation scientific and technical talent in the U.S. Learn More!
Reunion Weekend 2010
Alumni Affairs and the HT International Alumni Association Reunion Weekend Planning Committee are excited to announce online registration.
- Click here to access the on line conference registration form or click here to access and print a paper registration form.
- Click here to make hotel reservations at the host facility, the Sheraton Austin Hotel conveniently located blocks from the HT campus. Get an early start and book your hotel room.
It is not too soon to begin preparing for Reunion Weekend 2010. Events kickoff Thursday May 6th with the invitation only Presidential Reception for the honorary fifty-year Class of 1960 at Onion Creek Club and a special "meet and greet" event held on campus for early arrivals. Please check the website regulary for details as they unfold.