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More than 280 Students 'Rush to Thank' Donors


Students took time out to thank the alumni, parents, faculty and staff members who support their education through a new campaign, Rush to Thank. Held March 30, this campus-wide event connected the more than 6,000 donors who have contributed this year with the students who benefit from their generosity.

Dickinson staff members posted 242 signs throughout campus, offering thoughts shared by alumni about why they give back to the college, as well as information about the ways in which donations are used. “Our goal was to help students understand the importance of philanthropy and how it impacts their Dickinson experience,” explained Nicki Redmond, assistant director of annual giving.

In response, more than 280 grateful students expressed their appreciation by participating in the thank-you-note campaign.


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  • As part of the Rush to Thank campaign, 242 signs dotted the Academic Quad.
    242 Signs
  • A student writes a brief note to thank the donors who help make his education possible.
    Note of Thanks
  • Two students who participated in the campaign reap some of its more tangible rewards.
    Cookie Break
  • More than 280 students, faculty members and staff signed the thank-you cards throughout the event.
    280 Strong
  • The letter-writing campaign was held in the HUB from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
    Rush Hour
  • The students included brief messages with the cards, allowing the donors a glimpse of the lives they have touched.
    Introductions
  • Faculty and staff members who donated to the college last year were asked to wear green buttons during the Rush to Thank event, indicating their support. Above, Paul Dempsey, acting director of communications (center), displays his button proudly.
    Communications Staff
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By MaryAlice Bitts Jackson
Photos by Carl Socolow '77