Title: Assistant professor of philanthropic studies Research interests/areas of study: gratitude, prosocial behaviors (helping behaviors), altruism, volunteerism (in the United States and abroad), giving behaviors Educational experience: B.A. Psychology – Vassar College; Ph.D. Social Psychology – University of Minnesota Previous experience: Postdoctoral researcher at the University of North Carolina What drew him into the study… Read more »
Entries by Abby Rolland
30th Anniversary Reflections
Thirty years ago, the Center on Philanthropy was established at Indiana University-Purdue University Indianapolis (IUPUI). Last Friday, we celebrated the founding of the center and its transformation into the Lilly Family School of Philanthropy with a kickoff event that featured reflections from long-term faculty and staff members. Jennifer Staashelm presented top 10 lists of things that have… Read more »
Staff profile: Rafia Khader
Meet Rafia Khader, one of the newest staff members of the Lilly Family School of Philanthropy. Roles: Program Manager at Lake Institute on Faith & Giving and Research Assistant & Managing Editor at the Muslim Philanthropy Initiative (MPI) Responsibilities: “As a program manager at Lake Institute, I will assist in planning the logistics for the… Read more »
The role of technology in disaster giving
Last Friday, we posted recommendations from Dr. Patrick Rooney on impactful ways to give to Hurricane Harvey victims. Now, Dr. Una Osili, associate dean for research and international programs, and Dr. Amir Pasic, Eugene R. Tempel Dean, focus on the impact that modern technology and social media have on disaster responses, as well as how… Read more »
Harvey Relief: ‘How can I give in a way that means the most?’
Hurricane Harvey hit Texas and Louisiana nearly a week ago, yet the storm has continued to wreak havoc. Fifty-two inches of rain has forced thousands out of their homes and into emergency shelters (ABC News). Over 300,000 people have registered with the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), while almost 100,000 homes have been damaged or… Read more »