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The Office of Development and Alumni Relations (DAR) invites the campus community to participate in our university-wide events and initiatives throughout the spring. From boosting school spirit to raising funds, DAR engages donors, alumni, friends, parents, faculty, staff and students in a lifelong relationship and fosters a tradition of philanthropy to strengthen the University’s legacy as one of the great public institutions of higher education in America.

Partner with DAR this Spring 2025

Join the Office of Development and Alumni Relations (DAR) for its university-wide events and initiatives this spring. From boosting school spirit to raising funds, DAR engages donors, alumni, friends, parents, faculty, staff and students in a lifelong relationship and fosters a tradition of philanthropy to strengthen the University’s legacy as one of the great public institutions of higher education in America.

 

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April 30: I Heart UD Giving Day

I Heart UD Giving Day, UD’s largest digital fundraising event, invites the entire Blue Hen community—on campus and beyond—to give back to the UD programs and causes they love. Submit a fundraising project application by March 9 to raise funds for your project.

 

June 6-8: Alumni Weekend

We’re excited to welcome Blue Hens, friends and families back to campus for Alumni Weekend! Spread the word and make plans to join us for a "Party on The Green," Brunch with the Mascots, interactive campus experiences and much more. If your unit would like to host an event, please submit your idea by Feb. 18. A full schedule of events and registration will be available in late March.

Other ways to Engage

 

Campus Partner DAR Resource Guide is your one-stop shop for guidance and resources to connect with your alumni and potential donors on a variety of topics. From data requests to fundraising and stewardship support, let this website be your guide.

 

Alumni volunteers serve in varying roles, from classroom speakers to advisory board members to career mentors. DAR works closely with our academic partners to streamline the alumni volunteering process and match alumni to the right opportunity. To learn more, contact Director of Volunteer Programs Marianne Lazarski, BE92, at mlazar@udel.edu or 302-831-4459.

 

UD Bucket List engages Blue Hens with experiences that best define what it means to be a part of the UD community. Participants share UD traditions, stay connected and build the common bond of being #BlueHensForever.

 

HenFunder, UD’s crowdfunding platform, helps you raise funds year-round  for your UD organization, program, team or cause. Submit an application or contact henfunder@udel.edu to learn more.

 

Make a gift to show your philanthropic support for the University of Delaware. Faculty and staff can select monthly, quarterly or yearly options on our online giving form or can make recurring gifts through payroll deduction.


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