How does technology impact the nonprofit sector? Philanthropy students studied this question through one of their classes. The school is offering a master’s degree course that focuses on technology, the next generation, and social change this fall. From firsthand, practical experience, why is learning about technology important? Alumna Smita Vadakekalam, M.A.’01, has worked for technology… Read more »
This past spring, Dr. Laurie Paarlberg, Charles Stewart Mott Chair on Community Foundations and professor of philanthropic studies, taught the course Nonprofit and Public Policy. Master’s student Amanda Keating became interested in how public policy impacts and develops alongside nonprofits during her first semester, and knew she wanted to take a course specifically focused on… Read more »
On May 8, the Lilly Family School of Philanthropy rolled out its report, “The Changing Landscape of U.S. Cross-Border Philanthropy,” in partnership with the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) Office of American Schools and Hospitals Abroad (ASHA). We wanted to discuss the partnership between the school and ASHA, benefits to both parties, and… Read more »
Angela Logan, Ph.D., told her grandfather at age four that she wanted to be a doctor and a cheerleader. “I think the Dallas Cowboys cheerleaders were really popular at the time, which influenced my thinking!” she laughed. While the medical profession didn’t interest Logan growing up, she did learn what it meant to serve others…. Read more »
If you’re at all like me, you’ve got a pitiful savings account and a sad, sad start to a retirement account. I’ll admit this problem is largely of my own making, but I’m guessing you can empathize. So bear with me. Even with those pennies you’ve been able to save, you’re thinking about how to… Read more »