Each evening, a group of 12 students gather together in a moderate-sized classroom, turn on their computers and slip on a headset. After a pep talk from their program supervisor, they begin another shift of reaching out to alumni, parents and friends all over the nation \u2013to reconnect, to inform and to ask for support for student scholarships.<\/b><\/p>\n
Phonathon takes place each semester and provides an opportunity for current La Verne students to speak with alumni about the latest highlights around the institution. They are able to ask questions about favorite professors and classes, reminisce over memories, and update alumni records at the same time. Most importantly, they are looking for people willing to invest in today\u2019s students \u2013 most of whom are reliant on scholarships and financial aid to make it through their education.<\/p>\n
\u201cI am extremely grateful for the educational gift that has been awarded to me through La Verne,\u201d said freshman caller Jordan Lee. \u201cI don\u2019t know where I\u2019d be today without the University\u2019s generosity.\u201d La Verne\u2019s ability to provide student scholarships is made possible in part through donations from alumni. The phonathon program is one vehicle for raising these much needed funds.<\/p>\n
\u201cPhonathon raises integral funds for our institution and the aid we provide,\u201d said Grace Casian, Director of Leadership Annual Giving. \u201cIn addition, our students and alumni are afforded a wonderful opportunity to connect as people who are walking similar journeys. \u00a0Alums can hear about current student life and students gain great insight on La Verne\u2019s days gone by.\u201d<\/p>\n
When your phone rings and a La Verne student is on the other line, take a moment to say hello and reconnect with your alma mater.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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