September 12, 1997: Volume 41, Number 1

College Passes $150 Million Bicentennial Campaign Goal

The College has successfully concluded its $150 million Bicentennial Campaign, one of the largest fundraising efforts ever undertaken by a liberal arts college.

The campaign, announced publicly in April, 1991, received gifts and commitments totaling $151,135,150.

The successful conclusion of the campaign was announced by President Roger H. Hull at the College's opening convocation on Monday.

"The promise of Union's future is to build upon its past achievements," Hull said. "To do that, we must have the resources that make a college great — superb faculty, innovative academic programs, motivated students, and first-rate facilities. The success of this campaign helps us in each area and gives enormous impetus as we enter our third century of service."

During the campaign, the College's endowment increased from $80 million to $200 million.

President Hull said the true value of the campaign is measured in more than just dollars and cents. "We are delighted by the numerical accomplishments, but the real success story is how they are translated into improvements for our students, our faculty, and our campus," he said. "Fortunately, the list of improvements is a long one."

(Details of the campaign will appear in this month's issue of the College magazine.)

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