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Clotfelter, Susan – Currents, 1990
Steps in developing a major college donor weekend program are outlined, including goal setting; tailoring events to reflect the best the institution has to offer; drafting an appropriate guest list; calculating costs; dealing with common problems such as low attendance, damaging media coverage, and guest list errors; and getting feedback. (MSE)
Descriptors: Donors, Fund Raising, Higher Education, Program Administration
Peer reviewedArdaiolo, Frank P. – Journal of the Freshman Year Experience, 1994
A team of administrators, faculty, and students used the Total Quality Management approach to enhance weekend student life at Winthrop University (South Carolina). The process used and resulting recommendations, some of which have been implemented, are presented. The project is seen as contributing to freshman retention. (MSE)
Descriptors: College Environment, College Freshmen, Higher Education, Management Systems
