Catch up on the latest advancement news worldwide, the latest CASE news, trending discussions on CASE communities and content shared by member institutions.

CASE News 

Young college alumni: From engagement to giving—How social media helps expand institutions’ ties with alumni.

5 ways college fundraisers can help academics attract big gifts—To help academics raise money, fundraisers must understand the academic mindset.

Vanishing child care centers on college campuses impacts student access—Child care facilities on college campuses have declined by more than 10 percent in the past decade.

How university marketing is evolving post-Brexit—Cost pressures, competition and political shifts put greater pressure on European institutions.

Philanthropy forecast, 2017: trends and issues to watch—Experts predict another year of record giving but potential attacks against philanthropy.

Big charities closed out 2016 with a surge in donations: Many large nonprofits saw big spikes in donations as they closed out 2016, driven in part by the economy’s strength.

CASE News

• From Advancement Weekly: leading requires learning; consider this when rebuilding a website and how to convince your colleagues to like you better.
• The last day to register to host a CASE advancement intern is Jan. 27.
• Nominations for our Distinguished Service Awards are due Feb. 10.
• Congrats to our Independent Schools Awards winners!

Shared by Members

This split-screen video shows how the University of Tokyo connects to the world.

It’s called EGG. It’s made of 400 pounds of plastic. Bennington College investigates.

Happy Australia Day! The University of Western Australia is celebrating with underwater music.

Since 1975, intrepid Bates College students have jumped into a puddle. In January.