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Our big moment is almost here — graduation. Equipped with our Drexel degrees, we’re about to go forth and forge our own path in the world. Now is the time to establish our legacy at Drexel. By contributing to our class gift, you will continue our University’s founding tradition of providing innovative, inclusive education for future generations to come.
Voting on the class gift is now closed. The winning designation is:
Operation Graduation
Every year, hundreds of students are placed on “financial hold,” unable to register for classes or move forward with their degree program until they find a way to come up with additional funds to cover the cost of tuition that is not already supported through a financial aid package, scholarships or grants. This is particularly challenging for seniors, who are unable to graduate until they have fully paid all Drexel expenses. As a way of relieving this financial burden, Drexel has launched Operation Graduation. The money raised through the senior class gift will be awarded to future senior students with high-achieving academic records who need additional financial assistance in order to complete their Drexel education. The average unmet need for the Class of 2011 was $9,481. With a class gift goal of $15,000 we can make a significant impact on the lives of our fellow students in need.
Matching Gift
Thanks to the generosity of corporations, alumni, parents and friends, our gifts will be matched dollar for dollar up to $10,000. This means our gift will have twice the impact. The bar has been set – it's now up to us.
“My time at Drexel has certainly been life-changing. I have met great people and experienced many new things, both in the classroom and in the workplace. Through working with Athletics, I believe I have been able to leave my mark on campus with the hopes that future students will benefit from what I have done during my time here.”
“As a transfer student in 2009 I came into Drexel a little skeptical about what my role would be in student leadership having missed 2 years of the development period in another university. But Drexel had more to offer me than I could think of. Over the last 2 years I have had tremendous opportunities to rise in the Drexel student community, it has given me great experience in academics, research at Drexel's Space Systems lab and participation in student groups. As a Senior in the accelerated BS-MS program, a research assistant in the Space Systems lab and as President of the Indian student organization DISHA, I really could not have asked for more. This is why I would love to give back to Drexel.”
“Drexel has done a lot for me, from the friends I’ve made to the memorable classes I’ve taken and the truly amazing college experience I’ve had. I see the Senior Class Gift campaign as the perfect way to say “Thank You” and give back to the institution which has invested in me and my future.”
“My time at Drexel has fostered personal development and enabled me to further develop as a leader. Drexel employs exceptional staff who are very caring and supportive about the progress of their students. The school's diverse student body has exposed me to cultural differences of students from different nationality who have a wealth of knowledge to share. Over the years, I have acquired skills and gained valuable experiences in which I can apply to the real world. My undergraduate studies at Drexel has significantly changed my life and my attitude towards how I will approach different ideas and matters in the future. I am choosing to support the class gift because I want to give back to the university which has transformed me as a person overall.”
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Instructions
Complete the form on the left and you're almost done. This form has two quick steps, and once you've made your gift, we'll be in touch with more details about a little token of thanks we'll be sending your way. Make your gift by June 9, 2012 and be eligible to win a New iPad. The winner will be chosen at the class of 2012's Bon Voyage event. More details for the event can be found here: www.drexel.edu/bonvoyage.
Next Steps
Once you've filled out your personal information on this page, we'll send you to step two where you will enter your payment information.
