Students raise money for departments

Student talent helps department

by Shiann Olberding

Students and alumni continue to help the Department of Mass Media reach new giving heights on the annual Day of Giving.

During the fundraiser in early February, mass media students helped bring in 138 gifts, which will ultimately add $8,848 to the department budget, which funds scholarships, technology and unique opportunities for students.

Three mass media students were in the top 10 as Day of Giving ambassadors for the entire university. Leah Jamison, Maggie Cabrera and Alyssa Storm helped bring in the most gifts to the university by spending time and offering incentives on social media.

The Washburn Alumni Association and Foundation offered a $1,500 bonus to the department who received the most gifts in number, not dollar amount. But, there was also a $1,500 bonus for the top ambassador.

Jamison, a senior, brought in 66 gifts individually as the top ambassador. She personally was responsible for raising $1,117, and she selected the Department of Mass Media to receive the bonus funds.

“I started out as a business and art major and didn’t enjoy it, and then I found mass media,” Jamison said. “Once I started classes, I realized this is what I wanted to do; this is what I’m really passionate about.”

Cabrera, a junior, brought in 26 gifts.

“Mass media has really been a creative outlet for me in general,” Cabrera said. “I think it has opened so many doors for me and allowed me to be myself.”

Storm, also a junior, ended the day with five gifts.

“I have participated in Day of Giving events in my mass media classes throughout my three years of college,” said Storm. “Being able to raise money for things like new technology, educational trips and bringing in guest speakers not only helps educate mass media students, but it also helps us improve our networking skills. Having to engage with our social media followers, family and alumni brings awareness to the department and the incredible things that we are learning and doing.”

Many students and their families contributed to the number of gifts along with faculty, staff and friends of the department, which led to the department’s success. Maria Stover, professor and chair of the department, expressed her gratitude.

“We are humbled by the support we received. It is a day of giving love and appreciation,” Stover said..

The total amount the university raised in 2022 was $359,498 through 1,185 total gifts.

graphic by Leah Jamison

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