Feature Stories (page 9)
Alumnae, Parents, and Friends Help Scripps Set All-Time Fundraising Record
The numbers are in, and Scripps College surged past its financial goals for the 2016-17 year thanks to our devoted and generous alumnae, families, and friends. This year included remarkable gifts to support The Scripps Fund, our endowment, and valuable programs for students, staff, and faculty.
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Archibald Announces Departure from Scripps Institutional Advancement
Mike Archibald, vice president for Institutional Advancement, announces his resignation, effective in October. During his tenure at Scripps College, Archibald led the College in developing the tenants behind the More Scripps campaign. The most successful campaign in Scripps history, bringing in more than $144 million with one year remaining, More Scripps has enhanced campus life at the College.
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Paul Bishop, Longtime Scripps Staff Member, Recognized with Memorial Award
A beloved and dedicated member of the community, Bishop sadly passed away this June. A new award, the Paul R. Bishop Memorial Award in Choral and Vocal Music, commemorates his legacy with the goal of celebrating the exemplary work of choral and vocal music students in the Joint Music Program.
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Joanna Dunklee ’62 Gives Big to Scripps with $1M Real Estate Gift
Inspired by the goals of the More Scripps campaign, alumna Joanna Dunklee ’62 completed a $1M real estate gift in June, supporting the College’s endowment.
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Peg and Dave Hart Leave a Legacy of Generosity
Alumnae of a certain era may recall that Margret “Peg” Hart ’49 and her husband David were active ambassadors for Scripps College.
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Give Back to Scripps During Our Final Day of Giving in 2016-2017. Our Roots Run Deep.
Give Back to Scripps During Our Final Day of Giving in 2016-2017. Our Roots Run Deep.
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Career Planning & Resources Re-dedicated in Honor of Carlotta Welles ’39
In honor of alumna and donor Carlotta Welles ’39, Scripps College unveiled the Carlotta Welles ’39 Center for Career Planning & Resources on May 12, 2017.
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Individuals Recognized with 2017 Alumnae Awards
Each year, the Scripps College Alumnae Association recognizes three Scripps women during Reunion Weekend. These awards were established to honor members of the College’s community, and we are excited to […]
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Scripps Designates New Mental Health Support Fund
Scripps College students have cited mental health and wellness services as one of their top priorities, and the College recognizes that mental health is a national concern. Scripps has responded […]
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Barbara Bruner ’76 Provides 10 Years of Sponsorship for Carter Center Executive Briefing
In early spring, Barbara Bruner ’76 selected Grace Reckers ’18 as the Scripps attendee for the Carter Center Executive Briefing held in Atlanta this April. Bruner, a Scripps College Trustee, […]
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Keck Science’s Summer Science Immersion Program (SScIP) Awarded Grant Funding
Keck Science’s Summer Science Immersion Program (SScIP) returns for its fifth year this summer. Incoming first-year Scripps, CMC, and Pitzer students interested in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) fields […]
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Nkechi Deanna Njaka ’05 Selected as the 2017 Lois Langland Alumna-in-Residence
Residency Program: Authentic + Radical Presence: A Practice for Living Fully Present + Fully Self-Expressed The Lois Langland Alumna-in-Residence (LLAiR) program is a unique opportunity for an alumna to share […]
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Catherine Collinson ’85 Provides Financial Literacy Advice Following WISER Hero Award Recognition
The Women’s Institute for a Secure Retirement (WISER) celebrated 20 years as an organization dedicated to the education and advocacy at improving the long-term financial quality of life for women. […]
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Results: Give Back to the School You Love
We did it! Thank you for participating in the Give Back to the School You Love Winter Day of Giving on February 13. Over 100 alumnae responded to support Scripps […]
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Give Back to the College You Love
Join Us for the Winter Day of Giving on February 13, 2017 When Ellen Browning Scripps founded Scripps College in 1926, she wanted more for women, more for humanity, and […]
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Career Planning & Resources Releases Annual Resume Book
Quality Candidates. Competitive Resumes. One Book. Each year, Career Planning & Resources coordinates the compilation of resumes for Scripps College students seeking full-time employment. This document is their resume book, […]
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Scripps Students Recognized with 2016-2017 Merit-Based Scholarships
Each year, Scripps College awards three merit-based scholarships to continuing students. These scholarships were established in honor of influential and valuable members of the community, and we are excited to […]
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Suzanne Ely Muchnic ’62 and her late husband, Paul Muchnic, establish Endowed Professorship
In 2013, Trustee Suzanne Ely Muchnic ’62 and her husband, Paul, pledged more than $1 million to the “More Scripps” Campaign. Extraordinary members of our community, the Muchnics supported our […]
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#GivingTuesday – Join the Movement
On Tuesday, November 29, 2016, we celebrate #GivingTuesday. This is a global day of gratitude, fueled by the influence of social media. Widely celebrated the Tuesday following U.S. holidays and […]
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Laura Vausbinder Hockett ’85 and her husband, Robert Hockett, have established the Laura Vausbinder Hockett Endowed Professorship
Scripps College Trustee Laura Vausbinder Hockett ’85 of Wellesley, Massachusetts, and her husband, Robert Hockett, have established the Laura Vausbinder Hockett Endowed Professorship with a gift of $1.5 million. Distinguished […]
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