The most recent classes of graduates, shaped by pandemic interruptions to their campus experiences, present a unique set of challenges when it comes to reconnecting with their alma maters. Find out how alumni relations teams are rising to the challenge, with innovative programs and strategies for engaging their newest young alumni.

ChatGPT is seemingly taking the world by storm—considered by many to be as revolutionary as the introduction of search engines. Currents checks in with advancement data pro, Daniel Hadley, who shares his expert understanding of ChatGPT and how it can benefit advancement teams, along with words of caution.

Fundraising today has become increasingly digital. In the last few years, more advancement teams have created roles devoted specifically to digital engagement. Digital gift officers (or the similarly focused donor experience officer) aim to connect with mid-level donors through email, video, social media, virtual meetings, and more. Here’s a look at what teams have learned so far about the challenges and promise of digital engagement with donors.

At Louisiana Tech University, faculty in the College of Applied and Natural Sciences teamed with their development director to create an alumni mentoring program that carefully matched students with alumni in their fields of study. The team outlines how they developed the program, how it has been a boon to students, and demonstrated, through documented outcomes, how it has enhanced alumni engagement and giving rates.

Six 2023 Circle of Excellence Awards went to end-of-year video holiday messages, including the Dragon School’s “A Present from the Past.” Find out more about this Grand Gold Award-winning film here and watch the other five award-winning videos.

How a student intern launched a student-led brand campaign project centered around recruiting Indonesian students to Xi’an Jiaotong-Liverpool University in China.

Salt Lake Community College renamed its business school to honor philanthropist Gail Miller.

CASE President and CEO Sue Cunningham shares how CASE fosters belonging within its offices, her own belonging journey, and the CASE resources available to support advancement teams' efforts to build a culture of belonging.

Members share how their institutions' reunions, donor galas, homecomings, and more are changing as they let go of what doesn't work.

Volunteering brings participants enjoyment, community, and inspiration—and can even boost mental health and wellness. Here, Caroline Davis, CASE Co-Executive Director for CASE Europe, shares how volunteering shaped her life and how CASE volunteers strengthen the profession.

Emanuel Diaz Miranda, Head of Content Marketing at IE University in Madrid, Spain, shares his career journey to advancement, the work he's doing to inspire people to think differently, and the behind-the-scenes of his Barbie-themed presentation at the CASE Europe Annual Conference.