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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, Community Relations, Development, 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, 2024 - September 20, 2025) matched by Title III up to $300,000 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  Adrian Scott, VP for University Advancement at scotta@savannahstate.edu, or call or email University Advancement at (912) 358-3059 /ua@savannahstate.edu.

 

 

 

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Donor Stories

 

Savannah State University Receives $100,000 Gift to Support Dolphin Research

Alumna Robin Perrtree’s donation honors her grandparents and strengthens hands-on marine science education.


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Hyundai Donates $5,000,000 to Establish the Hyundai College of Education at Savannah State University

Hyundai announces a transformative $5 million donation to Savannah State University (SSU) to name the Hyundai College of Education at Savannah State University. This historic partnership marks the largest corporate investment in the university’s 135-year history and represents a shared commitment to advancing education, workforce development and community impact across Georgia’s coastal region.


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Savannah State University Announces $10,000 Gift Towards the Howard E. Alls Memorial Scholarship Fund

Savannah State University is pleased to announce that Attorney Willie J. Walker, Esq. has gifted $10,000 towards the Attorney Howard E. Alls Memorial Scholarship Fund.


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SSU Honors Alumni, Community Leaders During 26th Annual Scholarship Gala

26th Annual Scholarship Gala Raises $327,472 to Support SSU Scholarships and Student Success


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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

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Kier Prince

hometown: Atlanta, GA, USA

major: Political Science

About Kier

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Contact information

LeAndrea MikellAdrian L. Scott, MBA

Vice President for University Advancement

Executive Director, Savannah State University Foundation, Inc. 

scotta@savannahstate.edu 

Lisa JonesLisa Jones

Development Officer

jonesl@savannahstate.edu

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Office Location: 5000 Jasmine Avenue

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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