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Our Mission

The Division of University Advancement communicates the strategic objectives of Savannah State University to diverse audiences and cultivates relationships with alumni, donors, and the community; and, to generate external support that expands student and institutional achievement.

Our Vision

Securing the future of Savannah State University by fostering affinity for its mission and perpetuating its legacy.

Our Divisional Units

University Advancement is comprised of the following areas:  Advancement Services, Alumni Relations, Development, Event Services, Marketing & Communications, and the SSU Foundation, Inc.  As well, our unit works closely with the Savannah State National Alumni Association, Inc.

 

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University Endowments 

Endowments create a stable source of support for generations to come!
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Endowed gifts are invested directly, with the generated income used to fund your specific philanthropic interests. The fund's principal remains intact; the gift continues to generate income in perpetuity.

Donors can also establish an unrestricted endowment, dedicated to helping SSU advance. These unrestricted funds give SSU flexibility to focus on its goals, whether it is advancing research, offering more scholarships, increasing community outreach or offering a lecture or arts series on campus.

Thanks to our "Strengthening the Effectiveness of Advancement Operations" Title III Grant, University Advancement will have all new endowments established during the current grant cycle year  (of October 1, 2023 - September 20, 2024) matched by Title III up to $200,000 total. So a minimum endowment of $25,000 becomes an endowed gift of $50,000 for the University. And it is truly a gift that keeps on givinng. 

To set up an appointment to discuss a new endowment, contact LeAndrea Mikell, Interim VP for University Advancement at mikell@savannahstate.edu,  or call or email University Advancement at (912) 358-3059 / ua@savannahstate.edu.

 

 

 

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Donor Stories

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Cyrus Jackson

If you've ever perused the ethnic hair care section of any store, chances are you've seen a product created by Savannah State alumnus Cyrus ...


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Headshot of Clemontine Washington, ED.D., and Harold Washington

Clemontine Washington, ED.D., and Harold Washington

Four years ago, Clemontine Washington, Ed.D., approached her husband and son with a proposition that had been on her mind for some time ...


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Rosalind Kent

During her long career as a professor and reading coordinator at Savannah State University, Rosalind Kent always put students first ...


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Jacquelyn W. Stephens, Ph.D.

When it comes to Savannah State University football fans, there may be no one more dedicated than Jacquelyn W. Stephens. In 1960, she ...


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Student Stories

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Ja'Bria Simmons

hometown: Savannah, GA, USA

major: Computer Information Systems

About Ja'Bria

Brandt Preyer

Brandt Preyer

hometown: Hoschton, GA, USA

major: Accounting

About Brandt

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Kier Prince

hometown: Atlanta, GA, USA

major: Political Science

About Kier

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Corliss Best

hometown: Savannah, GA, USA

major: Business Management

About Corliss

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Contact information

LeAndrea MikellLeAndrea Mikell

Interim VP for University Advancement

mikell@savannahstate.edu

Lisa JonesLisa Jones

Development Officer

jonesl@savannahstate.edu

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Office Location: Hill Hall, 1st Floor

Mailing Address:
Savannah State University
University Advancement
3219 College Street, Box 20439
Savannah, GA 31404
Phone: (912) 358-3059
Fax: (912) 358-3665
ua@savannahstate.edu

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