Alumni Association & Foundation

Foundation Board Innovation Grants

Since 2018, the Hastings College Foundation Board has awarded up to $50,000 annually for faculty and staff projects that focus on new initiatives or expand current programs in key areas such as retention, enrollment, and student success. Projects may include acquiring classroom technology or new equipment, bringing a guest speaker or artist to campus, providing supplies to enhance a program, or acquiring unique professional skills.


Spring 2024 Important dates

The Innovation Grant Request for Proposals is available now. Click here to download.


Any full- or part-time employee can submit an application for a $1,000-$7,500 project. Applications are reviewed by a subcommittee, and finalists present their ideas to the Foundation Board.


The Foundation Board believes strongly in the power of individual employees to generate ideas that advance the College's mission while creating the best possible learning environment for students. The Board is eager to hear from you!


Kim West Dinsdale, Foundation board chair, provided major funding through the estate of her son, Jackson Dinsdale, who attended Hastings College from 2010 until his death in 2014.


For more information, please contact Judee Konen at (402) 461-7434 or jkonen@hastings.edu.


Past News Releases Announcing Innovation Grant Winners:

2018 - Spring

2019 - Spring

2022 - Spring

Employee Giving

Financially supporting Hastings College amplifies our collective work of supporting students. Gifts can be made to underwrite specific departments/activities or can be targeted for specific scholarship funds. Employees can support Hastings College in a variety of ways: 

The Hastings College fiscal year runs from July 1-June 30, and we ask all employees to annually support the College at an amount that fits within their budget.  


Thank you to the 2023-24 Employee Donors!

Crimson Connection Membership

All HC employees are eligible for a FREE Crimson Connection membership. Crimson Connection is a spirit-filled community which offers a variety of opportunities across campus each week. You can cheer on the Bronco athletic teams at a number of home events, listen to special musical performances, view amazing artwork of students and guest artists, watch theatre productions, enjoy LOTS of great food, and cultivate friendships with other Bronco Fans! For questions, please contact Molly Johnsen at (402) 461-7735 or mjohnsen@hastings.edu.


Renting the Barrett Alumni Center

With a seating capacity of 96, the Ringland Room at the Barrett Alumni Center serves as an outstanding venue for campus and community events. Complete this short form to reserve the BAC. For questions, contact Kendra Bargen at (402) 461-7363 or kbargen@hastings.edu.

   

Individual/Group Fundraisers

If you or your team/organization wish to have any special fundraisers, please contact Mike Karloff at (402) 461-7473 or mkarloff@hastings.edu, or Robin Koozer at (402) 461-7389 or rkoozer@hastings.edu.


Alumni Team/Organization Reunions

We are always excited to welcome back our alumni for special reunions and would love to help your team or organization!  Please contact Molly Johnsen at (402) 461-7735 or mjohnsen@hastings.edu.


Establishing a Scholarship

Is your academic department looking to recognize outstanding students through the gift of a scholarship?  Are you or someone you know interested in establishing an endowed scholarship?  For additional information, contact Mike Karloff at (402) 461-7473 or mkarloff@hastings.edu.  


Including Hastings College in Your Estate Plans

One hundred percent of Hastings College students receive some type of financial aid, thanks in part to Hastings College Ringland Society members. If you are interested in making Hastings College a beneficiary of your estate or making a live income charitable gift, please contact Mike Karloff at (402) 461-7473 or mkarloff@hastings.edu.


Contact Us 

Call the Barrett Alumni Center at 402-461-7363 or from campus phones at ext 7363. For general communications email alumni@hastings.edu. Connect with an individual member of the Alumni Association/Foundation from our online directory.