By Kaky Grant COVID-19 and our country’s renewed focus on racial inequities have upended our conventional ways of living and ways in which we care for and interact with our communities. I am hearing inspiring stories of how families, friends, and colleagues are engaging in compelling conversations centered on what our world should and could… Read more »
How did native Iowan Ellie Moore learn about philanthropy? How is she making a difference today? We asked Moore, a current master’s in philanthropic studies student, about her early experiences with philanthropy, what she’s learned from the program so far, and her future goals. How did you first become involved with philanthropy growing up? Ellie… Read more »
How do you earn a master’s degree in philanthropic studies? There’s the obvious. You learn about the school, you apply, you’re accepted, you enroll, you take classes and an internship, you graduate. Simple enough, right? Maybe. But what do you really learn? Well, I can show you my journey as an example. It will hopefully… Read more »
What’s it like to be a new student at the Lilly Family School of Philanthropy? Topher Anderson is finding out now. The Marian University graduate began the in-person master’s degree program on Monday, beginning his journey studying philanthropy. Anderson will also serve as a McKinney Fellow during his time on campus. He came to philanthropy… Read more »
At the Lilly Family School of Philanthropy, faculty members study philanthropy from a multidisciplinary approach. Some study the psychology of giving, while others examine historical perspectives on philanthropy or analyze the economy and the impact of tax reform and other fiscal changes on giving. Dr. Catherine Herrold analyzes philanthropy through the lens of political science…. Read more »