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Glaske named UMHB's AVP of Fundraising
Purple Gives Gold raises $195,000 for scholarships A total of 237 donors gave gifts during the fifth annual Purple Gives Gold Campaign, helping raise $195,081 in donations for scholarships. The event was held April 7. “We are beyond grateful for everyone who participated in this year’s event,” said Vice President for Advancement Dr. Rebecca O’Banion. “We are so blessed to have so many people participate, especially during a year that has been challenging for so many. We’re excited that over the last five years the day of giving has continued to grow which means more scholarships for students.” Student Foundation, a student organization that works with the fundraising and alumni engagement departments, hosted the event, which aims at educating students about the many gifts made each year.
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"Thank you so much for being the reason I was able to attend UMHB,” said senior nursing major Emily Gillispie. “Without your help, I wouldn't have been able to go to college, meet my friends, and attend nursing school." Currently, about 90 percent of UMHB students receive some form of financial aid, much of which is in the form of scholarships. This year brought in 15 first-time gifts. Brad '08 and Ashley '10 Norris challenged their fellow alums to give in this year’s drive, and matched gifts with a $25,000 pledge. “Each gift impacts the lives of current and future students and is a tangible example of the belief we have in our students,” O’Banion said. “Without scholarships, we simply would not be able to provide enough financial aid for deserving students who really need it.”
Tucker Glaske was named associate vice president of fundraising in April. Glaske has served as a fundraiser since June of 2012, and was promoted to senior director of development on June 1, 2020. He has a proven track record in meeting and exceeding his goals in fundraising throughout his time at UMHB, culminating in raising $1.4 million this past fiscal year. “I am confident the fundraising department will reach an even higher level of excellence and creativity under Tucker’s leadership,” Vice President for Advancement Dr. Rebecca O’Banion said. Originally from Tyler, Glaske graduated from Grace Community High School. He came to UMHB in 2008 and graduated with a bachelor in business administration in 2012 and a master’s in business information systems in 2016.
