University of Colorado at Boulder Parent Guide
The CU Parent Fund
- Last Updated: June 14, 2011
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The CU Parent Fund is an annual fund administered by the CU Foundation, the non-profit partner of the University of Colorado. The Parent Fund helps sustain programs that directly support student success from move-in through graduation.
Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs Julie Wong counts on the Parent Fund to respond to an ever changing student body and to ensure a timely response to critical needs. We recently had the opportunity to talk with Dr. Wong about the Parent Fund:
Why is the Parent Fund important for student affairs?
The Parent Fund is important to student affairs because it allows the division to support new initiatives and programs that would not otherwise be funded. For example, last year we instituted the after-hours urgent care line, which provides 24/7 service for students and parents to call a professional counselor. We also continue to fund student initiatives such as the Colorado Creed, which promotes honor, integrity, and accountability, and late night programs such as CU Idol and late night movies.
What are your funding priorities for the upcoming school year?
Our goal is to get every student involved in one activity or organization at CU. This fall we are excited to launch the first annual “Involvement Week” in collaboration with UCSU (University of Colorado Student Union). In addition we will be focusing on growing and developing over 800 clubs and organizations on campus. We want to increase the Web presence for all clubs and organizations, provide leadership training for advisors and current student leaders, and provide training on recruitment of new members.
Any additional information you would like for parents to know about the Parent Fund?
We understand these are tough times for many people. However, what better way to invest your money, no matter the amount, than in the future leaders of our country? We ask parents for their help so that we can develop the next generation of cutting-edge leaders at CU. We are excited about the coming year and thank parents for believing in the work that we do to.
By Jen Smith, Assistant Director for Development
- Last Updated: June 14, 2011
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