Annual Giving


As a new member of the CSBS, I’ve thoroughly enjoyed getting to know many of the incredible students, faculty, staff, alumni and donors that make this college so special. Each individual brings unique perspective, interests and passions—yet they all share something in common: a desire to give back to the institution that holds such significance for them. To all who contributed to the Dean’s Fund or other area within the college last year, thank you. Your generosity directly impacts the quality of education we provide to our students, and for that, we are immensely grateful.

I’m eager to meet more of you, our alumni and friends, and explore ways to align your passions with our college’s goals. Your contributions serve as a crucial investment in the future of our students, faculty, and programs. If you’re interested in exploring different avenues for giving, please reach out. I’m excited about the opportunity to collaborate with you!
 

Alissa Spidell

Alissa Spidell, ‘14
Director of Development
alissa.spidell@uni.edu
319-273-5985

GIVE BACK

Dean's Fund for Excellence Loyalty Roster

Donors who gave $100 and above to the Dean’s Fund during fiscal year 2023.
 

$100-$249.99  

  • Robert & Cheryl Beymer 
  • Tracy L Blanchard 
  • Linda Byrnes 
  • Dianne Campbell 
  • Ronald & Mary Capps 
  • Carol Christopher 
  • Beverly Collins 
  • Carolina Coronado-Park & Ki Hyung Park 
  • Patricia Crowe-Rubino & Nick Rubino
  • Dr Harry Daniels PhD 
  • David A Draper 
  • Michael C Hansen 
  • Joel & Melina Heinz 
  • Darren Herrold 
  • Melissa Hood 
  • Andrew Hupp 
  • Colleen Flynn Irvine 
  • Kevin & Malia Kirkpatrick 
  • Christopher Lampe 
  • Joseph Lang 
  • Mary Losch 
  • Gene M Lutz 
  • Dr Kristin & Greg Moser 
  • William & Pamela Nelson 
  • Margaret & James Nervig 
  • Suzann Ogland-Hand & Mark Hand
  • Gayle Rhineberger-Dunn 
  • Victoria Robinson 
  • Ross & Pamela Todd 
  • Judy & Larry Westergren 
  • Lee R White 
  • Judith & Nicholas Wyskoarko
  • Elizabeth & Michael Minard
  • Michael Tuftee 
  • Kristin Sehmann 
  • Dixie & Travis Albertson 
  • Brenda Allen 
  • William & Jennifer Burr 
  • Lindsay & Austin Drewis 
  • Rashard Duncan 
  • Jill Dykstra 
  • Jeremy Everett 
  • Joel Happel 
  • Ronald P Martin 
  • Barbara & Larry Nolte 
  • De Schieltz 
  • Mandy Southard 
  • Michael Staudt 
  • Suzan & Keith Turner 
  • Terry Besser 
  • Thomas Bruce 
  • Drew & Angela Conrad 
  • Jennifer Hengstenberg 
  • John Koberg & Barbara Reed
  • Larry & Marlene McKibben
  • Robert Tecklenburg & Rebecca Richey
  • Janet Wendland

$250 - $499.99 

  • Sarah Ann Barger 
  • John Cacciatore & Robin Ahnen-Cacciatore 
  • Maria & Bruce Cameron 
  • Eric & Jen Johnson 
  • Alex & Hillery Oberle 
  • David Rand 
  • Janice & David Van Erem 
  • Mary & John Vihstadt 
  • Jennifer McNabb 
  • Wellmark Blue Cross and Blue Shield
  • Katrinka & Gary Carpenter
  • John & Marian Bauercamper 

$500 - $999.99 

  • Phyllis Baker 
  • Virginia Brown 
  • Dylan Keller 
  • Timothy & Judith Kniep Norman & Rebecca Ryan
  • Kelly Van Veldhuizen Post & Arlin Post
  • Chris & Danielle Larimer Larry & Eleanor Strecker Family Fund
  • Eleanor & Larry Strecker 

Dean's Fund Inner Circle

($1000 & above)

  • Troy & Deann Cook
  • Gowri & Sanjay Gulwadi
  • Randy & Connie Hefner
  • Karen & John Marks
  • Jack Petersen & Susan Chantland
  • Tom David Sheldahl 
  • H. Mark Wight 
  • Brenda & Bill Bass
  • Tom & Rebecca Newton
  • Robert & Carol Deppe 
  • David VanSickel 
  • Jim & Simone Lynch 
  • Michael Wright

Legacy Society

Members of UNI Legacy Society (formerly Old Central Associates) are a special group of friends who have provided for the University in their estate plans. A deferred gift of any size or type brings an invitation to become a member of the UNI Legacy Society. Membership means continued funding for scholarships, faculty support, research and facilities. The common thread among the members of the UNI Legacy Society is a strong belief and confidence in the work of the University of Northern Iowa. The following members of the UNI Legacy Society have made provisions for the College of Social and Behavioral Sciences through a deferred gift.

  • Susan K Baker
  • Dolores A Bogard 
  • Elizabeth M Brand
  • Darrell E Briggs 
  • Susan A Caley
  • Mark A Cubit 
  • Robert D Deppe
  • Terry W Edmunds
  • Christine R Faust
  • Mary Gaye Fielding
  • Al Geiger
  • Charles E. Grassley
  • Dr Richard A Hays 
  • Tim A Hilby          
  • Loren N Horton     
  • Dr Harmon M Hosch
  • Richard D James    
  • John W Johnson  
  • Doris Kelley       
  • John L Koberg   
  • Katie Kuker 
  • Steve V Langerud                          
  • Patricia J Maxwell 
  • Joann McBride Neven
  • Dr Myrtle A Merritt
  • Jessica L Moon Asa 
  • Cheryl A Myhr          
  • Marybeth A Nelson 
  • Judy K Nissen   
  • Carol L Phillips  
  • Victoria A Roller 
  • Ronald N Rubek  
  • Scott A Schamberger   
  • George E Soper     
  • Suzanne Strever
  • David B VanSickel  
  • David A Whitsett 
  • Diane E Wille

Amethyst Society

The Amethyst Society recognizes annual donations of $1,000 or more. These donors embody the beliefs ancient civilizations had with regard to the amethyst, one of the world’s most admired gems. It was their belief that the amethyst would bring forth the highest, purest aspirations and deepest wisdom of humankind. This year’s members include:

  • Amy Wienands Real Estate 
  • Brenda & Bill Bass 
  • Phil & Ann Beckman 
  • Emily Bormann    
  • Bob & Candy Bowlsby
  • Broderick Charitable Foundation Trust 
  • Cedar Rapids Bank & Trust Co      
  • Community Bank & Trust 
  • Troy & Deann Cook      
  • Steve Corbin & Doris Kelley
  • Robert & Carol Deppe  
  • Gudrun Fruehling     
  • Pat Geadelmann   
  • Gowri & Sanjay Gulwadi
  • Harman Family Charitable Trust 
  • Randy & Connie Hefner   
  • Don & Sandra Hofsommer
  • Loren Horton                   
  • Dr Harmon & Jeanne Hosch 
  • Barbara Illian   
  • Rich & Dee James 
  • Jim & Wendy Jermier 
  • John Deere Foundation
  • Dr. John W Johnson  
  • Madeline Johnston  
  • Kern Family Foundation 
  • Jerry & Jo Ann Kramer  
  • Katie Kuker & Brad D Bredehoeft
  • LCS Foundation      
  • Jim & Simone Lynch 
  • Karen & John Marks
  • Martinson Construction Company Inc                               
  • McDonough Foundation  
  • Miscellaneous Donors  
  • Marlin Oeltjen  
  • Jim & Jane Patten 
  • Thomas & Ginger Penaluna 
  • Jack Petersen & Susan Chantland
  • Kathleen & David Quam 
  • Kari Roehr & Kate O’Connor
  • James & Eileen Sanders     
  • Daniel L Schaeffer          
  • Diane Schaeffer & Maxine Davenport
  • Steve Segebarth   
  • Judi Segebarth 
  • Tom David Sheldahl 
  • Scott & Lisa Soifer  
  • Marybeth Stalp           
  • Keith & Sandra Stamp  
  • Steven B Corbin & Doris J Kelley Fund   
  • Vanitha Sugumaran    
  • Sugumaran Family Fund
  • The Leighty Fund        
  • Pat & O. Jay Tomson 
  • Tomson Family Foundation   
  • Dhirendra Vajpeyi
  • David VanSickel                             
  • Daniel & Carla Waller  
  • Pam Wenger        
  • H. Mark Wight 
  • Diane E Wille & Herb Terry 
  • Michael Wright          
  • Cathy & Rick Young