Technology is changing the philanthropic sector, and that includes spaces like libraries. In their fifth class visit, Dr. Patricia Snell Herzog’s class visited University Library and the Ruth Lilly Special Collections and Archives. They learned about digitization of documents, sharing of information, and the power of digital marketing and technology, and shared their thoughts on… Read more »
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Benefits of a cross-sector partnership on researching cross-border philanthropy
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 »
Empowering communities in need: How one Ph.D. alumna uses research and practice to help others
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 »
Embracing a rich and broad definition of philanthropy
This is the second part of our series on connecting diverse student and alumni experiences with research from Women Give 2019: Gender and Giving Across Communities of Color. Smita Vadakekalam is a master’s degree alumna who graduated in 2001. She has worked for a nonprofit consulting firm, Heller Consulting, for the past 14 years. How… Read more »
Practicing the pursuit of a passion: How research can inform experience
As a follow-up to our two previous posts on the overview and qualitative findings of the newest Women’s Philanthropy Institute report, “Women Give 2019: Gender and Giving Across Communities of Color,” we’re highlighting several female students and alumni from diverse backgrounds, sharing their experiences, and how those experiences can be tied to this research. Growing… Read more »