Articles by Lauren Shoffner
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ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ Day 2026 showcases the power of collective generosity
March 6, 2026
ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ's 13th annual ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ Day sees a record-breaking amount raised thanks to the generosity of alumni, parents, faculty, staff, students and friends.
Fueled by gratitude, Rachel and David Campbell ’13 establish the Catanese and Gardner Families Internship Endowment
September 12, 2025
High school sweethearts, Rachel and David Campbell '13, credit ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ’s scholarships and hands-on experiences with shaping their lives. Now, through the Catanese and Gardner Families Internship Endowment, they’re helping current students overcome financial barriers to pursue life-changing internships.
Donors drive student success – impacting students like Liam Dupas ’26
July 24, 2025
ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ donors fuel student success this past fiscal year, helping make it one of the university’s most impactful fundraising years to date.
Evening for ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ brings updates and community connections to Tampa
November 20, 2024
"Evening for ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ" came to the Tampa regional chapter on Nov. 14, featuring a President Connie Ledoux Book with alumna Kailey Tracy ’17. Guests learned about new initiatives like the HealthEU Center, advancements in AI integration and programs connecting students with alumni through platforms like ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ Q&A.
Alumni, parents and friends gather at Evening for ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ in Washington, D.C.
October 22, 2024
Union Station in Washington, D.C. was aglow with more than 250 attendees as the evening kicked off with a reception in the Presidential Suite.
Kenny Straub ’15 and his father turn family trade into a community experience
August 29, 2024
With the help of his business degree from ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ and a family tradition of craftsmanship, Kenny Straub ’15 and his father utilize their artisan skills to share their passion with others through their business, Cork & Candles, that has grown into a franchise.
2023-24 ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ impact report celebrates the generosity of donors
June 28, 2024
ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ reflects on the impact made by alumni and families throughout the 2023-24 fiscal year.
Alumni in Action: Callie Crew ’15 and Jeffrey Cook ’15 find career success and each other through ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ
October 9, 2023
Callie Crew ’15 and Jeffrey Cook ’15 are the textbook definition of a power couple. Excelling in different careers, they exemplify how ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ students can find success through varied experiences that lead to opportunities in a range of career fields.
Alumni and friends celebrate during Evening for ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ event in New York City
September 20, 2023
Last Wednesday, Sept. 13, over 750 alumni, parents and friends gathered in the Big Apple to hear about the newest updates happening on ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ’s campus.
Alumni in Action: Alison Avery ’16 finds her passion in fundraising and advocating for others with Friedreich’s Ataxia
August 21, 2023
Diagnosed with Friedreich's Ataxia, a rare degenerative disease, Avery serves as an ambassador for others with the illness while also pursuing her passions through nonprofit work with the NFL Foundation.Â