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MaxwellBarnes: I'm a junior studying finance at Menlo College, Silicon Valley's private undergraduate business school. Also, I am studying real estate and anticipate receiving my California Real Estate Salesperson License in Q2-2017. Since completing my paid 2016 sum...

I'm a junior studying finance at Menlo College, Silicon Valley's private undergraduate business school. Also, I am studying real estate and anticipate receiving my California Real Estate Salesperson License in Q2-2017. Since completing my paid 2016 summer internship at Brand Capital, a private equity firm, I continue to work on multiple projects for them. I also work on project-based assignments for GSV Asset Management, a venture capital firm, since completing my paid 2015 summer internship. At Menlo, I manage the entrepreneurship club I founded in 2015, the Pioneer Club, an exclusive organization connecting Menlo College alumni and outside corporate sponsors (e.g., such as GSV) to mentor and advise student-entrepreneurs. I authored a published article, 'Obtaining Happiness: A Report from Silicon Valley'; annually volunteer for the Help One Child Foundation as a senior camp counselor for the Signs of Hope Camp for at-risk kids and foster children; and, frequently volunteer for Safe@Home & Rebuilding Together in the San Francisco Bay Area.

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2017-02-11T07:42:24Z

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= Biography =

I'm a junior studying finance.

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2017-02-11T07:42:04Z

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2017-02-11T07:41:50Z

MaxwellBarnes: Biography

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Priorities:Menlo College Student Priorities

2017-02-03T04:56:58Z

MaxwellBarnes:

== Overview==

Coming soon: Your Video (Session 5)

== Strategy #1: Creating Space for Creativity ==

Creating a space for Innovation and Entrepreneurship on the Menlo College campus is difficult because of our small size. Menlo College has a little less than 1000 students and already uses up almost all of its space.  That is why we thought of setting up temporary innovation spots outside around campus.

            We would stake out a location on campus and during certain parts of the day, we would set up an outside creative space. We would have a shed nearby that contains chairs, tables, white boards, music speakers, bean bags. We would also have a crate that is full of resources for the students, markers, sticky notes, pens, some days we would bring pizza, fresh fruit, and beverages.

            We feel that a creative space outside, with the trees, fresh air, and something that would offer a new scene rather than be inside, like every classroom, would ignite more creative thinking. 

== Strategy #2: Bringing Awareness to On-Campus Resources ==

Menlo College has a limited of already established, on-campus resources related to entrepreneurship and innovation. However, the resources Menlo currently provides its students with are underutilized. One area students should utilize more is the Oral and Communications center. Next, by adding a specific space for innovation on campus, students will be able to have an area to cultivate their own business ventures. In addition, clubs and other campus organizations can put on events and skill-building workshops in our space for innovation on campus. This will bring students together and excit them to pursue their entrepreneurial visions. Another area of interest could be partnering with the Academic Success Center, where we could organize game night challenges related to acamdeia and have peer tutors as well as other faculy be guest judges.

== Strategy #3: Strengthening Curriculum and On-Campus Clubs ==

Menlo College is currently undergoing a revamp in part of their education curriculum, specifically in regards to the entrepreneurship major. A committee at Menlo is thinking about possibly developing a course at Menlo that would combine aspects of "social innovation" (improving society) and entrepreneurship, with the goal of eventually incorporating it in other classes. One concept that would be covered in this potential "social innovation entrepeneurship" course is using entrepreurship to solve problems with California's affordable housing crisis or climate change. 

Another idea that is being discussed at Menlo is incorporating "themes" into the curriculum to help students find and develop their personal passions with business - if you like technology, you would take "technology entrepreneurship". Another idea is combining some class, so biology would combine with a business course to become "biotechnology" or something. 

== Strategy #4: Business Vocabulary and other skills necessary for business ==

== Related Links ==

[http://universityinnovation.org/wiki/Menlo_College Campus Overview]

Spring 2017 Fellows:

[[Jessica carlson|Jessica Carlson]] [[Russell W. Perkins|R]][[Russell W. Perkins|ussell Perkins]] [[Yasmin Gomez|Yasmin Gomez]] [[MaxwellBarnes|Max Barnes]]

[[Category:Student Priorities|Student_Priorities]]

Priorities:Menlo College Student Priorities

2017-02-03T04:47:50Z

MaxwellBarnes:

== Overview==

Coming soon: Your Video (Session 5)

== Strategy #1: Creating Space for Creativity ==

Creating a space for Innovation and Entrepreneurship on the Menlo College campus is difficult because of our small size. Menlo College has a little less than 1000 students and already uses up almost all of its space.  That is why we thought of setting up temporary innovation spots outside around campus.

            We would stake out a location on campus and during certain parts of the day, we would set up an outside creative space. We would have a shed nearby that contains chairs, tables, white boards, music speakers, bean bags. We would also have a crate that is full of resources for the students, markers, sticky notes, pens, some days we would bring pizza, fresh fruit, and beverages.

            We feel that a creative space outside, with the trees, fresh air, and something that would offer a new scene rather than be inside, like every classroom, would ignite more creative thinking. 

== Strategy #2: Bringing Awareness to On-Campus Resources ==

Menlo College has a limited of already established, on-campus resources related to entrepreneurship and innovation. However, the resources Menlo currently provides its students with are underutilized. One area students should utilize more is the Oral and Communications center. Next, by adding a specific space for innovation on campus, students will be able to have an area to cultivate their own business ventures. In addition, clubs and other campus organizations can put on events and skill-building workshops in our space for innovation on campus. This will bring students together and excit them to pursue their entrepreneurial visions. Another area of interest could be partnering with the Academic Success Center, where we could organize game night challenges related to acamdeia and have peer tutors as well as other faculy be guest judges.

== Strategy #3: Strengthening Curriculum and On-Campus Clubs ==

Yo we make good class, learn great thing. Then we get job, make $ and marry wife wth pho kidz

== Strategy #4: Business Vocabulary and other skills necessary for business ==

== Related Links ==

[http://universityinnovation.org/wiki/Menlo_College Campus Overview]

Spring 2017 Fellows:

[[Jessica carlson|Jessica Carlson]] [[Russell W. Perkins|R]][[Russell W. Perkins|ussell Perkins]] [[Yasmin Gomez|Yasmin Gomez]] [[MaxwellBarnes|Max Barnes]]

[[Category:Student Priorities|Student_Priorities]]

School:Menlo College

2017-01-19T22:23:12Z

MaxwellBarnes:

== Overview ==

Menlo College is a small private school located in Atherton, California. With a little over 800 students, Menlo College offers degrees mainly in business, as well as a degree in psychology that has a business focused. Being in the heart of Silicon Valley, Menlo College provides its students a unique approach to business: being able to see and learn about companies, such as Facebook and Google, who are just a short drive away from our campus. However, because Menlo College is such a small college, we lack many resources needed for innovation. Having the influence of such great entrepreneurial businesses around us is not enough to implement our own ideas as students without the necessary materials, mentors and an area to foster creativity. Therefore, the UIF Leadership Circle of Menlo College looks forward to identifying the gaps in our ecosystem, which need to be strengthen in order for Menlo College students to fully embrace entrepreneurship and innovation.

== Student Entrepreneurship ==

Menlo College students are passionate about entrepreneurship and innovation; except, there are only minimal assets for them to utilize on campus. Entrepreneruship is offered as a major for those pursuing a business degree and is a growing major at Menlo College. The large presence of clubs on campus gives students the extracurricular opportunities to explore their areas of interest, such as the Pioneer Club, an organization strictly designed for entrepreneurs and creative thinkers alike. Menlo College Office of Career Services hosts a number of career orientated workshops, such as how to create a cover letter and resume workshop to learning how to set up a Linkedin profile; these are just a few of the events Menlo College offers to support entrepreneurship in their studnts. In addition, this was the first year Menlo participated in the Hult Prize competition, a start-up accelorator for social entrepreneruship. With the success of this competition, Menlo College is looking to expand on-campus challenges.

== Faculty Innovation and Entrepreneurship ==

Being in the heart of Silicon Valley, most of our faculty members are not just professors; they have either experienced the world of business or are currently still in the work force.  Many professors share their entrepreneurial experiences in class, whether it is indirect or directly tied to entrepreneurship. On our campus, Menlo College is grateful to be backed by administration and faculty, who see the potential and need for expansion into entrepreneurship and innovation. 

== University Technology Transfer Function ==

Our school does not have a technology transfer office.

== University - Industry Collaboration ==

As an undergraduate school, Menlo College does not host the amount of research as a gradaute univeristy. Many professors conduct research, furthering their professional area of study, but there work is not directly linked to students. As a possible solution, Menlo College can partner in collaboration efforts with Stanford University and other local univerisities for students to see and utilize the resources in their surrounding environment.

== Regional and Local Economic Development ==

Menlo College has a very low regional and local ecomonic development. Possibly due to the fact that our campus and its students do not have access to a specific entrepreneruship deparment or designated leader, there is a lack of awareness surrounding entrepreneruship and innovation. Ultimately, this deprives students from pursuing their innovative business ideas as well as learning the steps to fully develop their ideas. 

== Other ==

== Related Links ==

Resource:How to engage alumni and secure funds to support your change efforts on campus

2017-01-06T19:44:51Z

MaxwellBarnes:

= How To Engage Alumni & Secure Funds To Support Your Change Efforts On Campus =

So you have a project to create change in your community but you don't know how to get your school alumni on board? College alumni can be a big help and support system when it comes to getting your projects up and running. We spoke to UIF alum, Rodolfo Romañach, who now works with Stellup.com, a startup that connects alumni with their universities' need for crowdfunding. He said that most alumni love to help out their university, especially when they are engaged with their industry. They want to give back to their community by providing resources (not just money) and help the future of their industries. This wiki will explain the various ways that you can engage this want that alumni have with the needs your project will face.

== Introduction ==

Firstly, your funders should know exactly what your project is. The more specific you can be with statistics, figures, and plans, the better. They want to see that you have plan and in a way, your funders want to see that you're gonna do it with or without their help. If they really want to invest in your project, consider making them part of your advisory board too. Giving them stake in your project(s) will always increase the likelihood they will be more involved. Don't be afraid of your funders because this is your plan. If anything, they should be there to help you. "Never have fear," said Romañach, "just do it."

== Budget Research ==

As you approach your project, event, or club that you are attempting to gain funding for, you should create a budget to understand how much funding is necessary to receive. When starting, it may be tempting to make your budget the amount in which you can afford everything you want for your project or club to make it the best it can be, however, it is better to start small. You should first ask “what is the minimum amount of funds needed to create a viable project?” To reach this conclusion, make a list of the materials that are essentialto the project, event, or club. For example, if you were raising funding for a STEM makerspace, you may deem a 3D printer necessary for a successful, viable makerspace that students will use. The funds for 3D printer are then included in the minimum budget. As you reach your minimum budget, you may continue to raise and allot funds but it is important to be conservative on budget estimates. Start with the essentials for your project, club, or event and then work your way up from there.

When determining the budget, it is important to work with the faculty and administration of your school, the alumni who you will be seeking for funds, and the people that the club, event, or project is intended for to get a better understanding of what is necessary to include.

== Identification ==

When trying to identify alumni to reach out to and engage which, it’s important to first establish a list of alumni you know personally. If you personally don’t know many alumni or any at all, that’s okay. You can always check with your professors or friends to see if they know of alumni that would be interested in your project(s). Another good idea is to connect with your university’s alumni office in administration. Colleges keep extensive databases on their alumni that are valuable sources of information - you can work director with your school to strategically identify which alumni would be most appropriate to reach out to. Aim to have about 10-15 alumni on your original list of alumni to connect with. The more, the better. As time goes on, your own personal database of alumni will grow and expand.

=== Reaching Out ===

When reaching out to alumni, it’s important to remember they are very busy, so always be respectful of their time and their money. Remember, you are representing your university when you contact them, so it’s important to keep your emails professional, brief and easy to follow. If you have any any concerns about your messaging, check in with your faculty advisor, club advisor or with your university’s administration. They will appreciate your professionalism and initiative. When reaching out to alumni, email is usually best. If you want to spice up your email in a professional way to hopefully garner more interest, try gathering together some students and film a short and informative 3-minute video about you, your club or your projects and how they can help. Additionally, you can also include links to your club’s social media account page(s) and/or your club’s website to display your work and projects.

=== Staying In Touch ===

After reaching out to alumni, it is important to sustain your relationship with them. To stay in touch, make email lists that you continuously send information out to, generate newsletters to keep your alumni updated, and create social media pages (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, etc.). The more engaged you keep the alumni, the happier they will be and the more successful the development of your projects will be. You will always build a larger network of alumni and funders from doing so.

== Support and Connections ==

When building your connections, it is important to constantly be networking. Everyone can become a part of your network, doing so will allow your network to continuously build and grow. Using people and groups that are already in your network such as professors/teachers and your school’s development offices will open up vast amounts of connections for your support. Faculty know of many alumni that have passed through the school and their involvements and your development office more than likely has a whole database of alumni to access. These two groups are key to creating a strong network of alumni. To build your support, you must communicate to those in your network. Keep active social media accounts or newsletters to keep everyone updated on your needs and projects.

== Tips for Success ==
<ul style="margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:0pt;">
<li>Always ensure transparency: alumni and funders should always know what their money is being used for.</li>
<li>Remember your main goals: 1) Find out who the alumni and funders are. 2) Engage the alumni and funders and cultivate a relationship with them. 3) Get the alumni and funders involved in the project, club, or event that you are using the funds for. 4) Involve the alumni and funders in fundraising efforts.</li>
<li>Your main obstacle is time: the fundraising process takes a lot of time, whether you’re making videos or planning fundraising events, so make sure to schedule activities early and clearly.</li>
<li>Measure the success of your projects: keep on-campus metrics and data to interest more potential funders and alumni to be involved in your project.</li>
<li>Start early, gain traction on your project, and collect stats to get more funding to expand the project.</li>
</ul>

Written By: [[Kelly_Rodriguez|Kelly_Rodriguez]],  [[MaxwellBarnes|MaxwellBarnes]], [[Dalton_Nelson|Dalton_Nelson]],

Resource:How to engage alumni and secure funds to support your change efforts on campus

2017-01-06T19:38:30Z

MaxwellBarnes:

Resource:How to engage alumni and secure funds to support your change efforts on campus

2017-01-06T19:34:55Z

MaxwellBarnes:

= How To Engage Alumni & Secure Funds To Support Your Change Efforts On Campus =

So you have a project to create change in your community but you don't know how to get your school alumni on board? College alumni can be a big help and support system when it comes to getting your projects up and running. We spoke to UIF alum, Rodolfo Romañach, who now works with Stellup.com, a startup that connects alumni with their universities' need for crowdfunding. He said that most alumni love to help out their university, especially when they are engaged with their industry. They want to give back to their community by providing resources (not just money) and help the future of their industries. This wiki will explain the various ways that you can engage this want that alumni have with the needs your project will face.

 

== Introduction ==

Firstly, your funders should know exactly what your project is. The more specific you can be with statistics, figures, and plans, the better. They want to see that you have plan and in a way, your funders want to see that you're gonna do it with or without their help. If they really want to invest in your project, consider making them part of your advisory board too. Giving them stake in your project(s) will always increase the likelihood they will be more involved. Don't be afraid of your funders because this is your plan. If anything, they should be there to help you. "Never have fear," said Romañach, "just do it."

 

Budget Research

As you approach your project, event, or club that you are attempting to gain funding for, you should create a budget to understand how much funding is necessary to receive. When starting, it may be tempting to make your budget the amount in which you can afford everything you want for your project or club to make it the best it can be, however, it is better to start small. You should first ask “what is the minimum amount of funds needed to create a viable project?” To reach this conclusion, make a list of the materials that are essentialto the project, event, or club. For example, if you were raising funding for a STEM makerspace, you may deem a 3D printer necessary for a successful, viable makerspace that students will use. The funds for 3D printer are then included in the minimum budget. As you reach your minimum budget, you may continue to raise and allot funds but it is important to be conservative on budget estimates. Start with the essentials for your project, club, or event and then work your way up from there.

When determining the budget, it is important to work with the faculty and administration of your school, the alumni who you will be seeking for funds, and the people that the club, event, or project is intended for to get a better understanding of what is necessary to include.

 

Identification

When trying to identify alumni to reach out to and engage which, it’s important to first establish a list of alumni you know personally. If you personally don’t know many alumni or any at all, that’s okay. You can always check with your professors or friends to see if they know of alumni that would be interested in your project(s). Another good idea is to connect with your university’s alumni office in administration. Colleges keep extensive databases on their alumni that are valuable sources of information - you can work director with your school to strategically identify which alumni would be most appropriate to reach out to. Aim to have about 10-15 alumni on your original list of alumni to connect with. The more, the better. As time goes on, your own personal database of alumni will grow and expand.

 

=== Reaching Out ===

When reaching out to alumni, it’s important to remember they are very busy, so always be respectful of their time and their money. Remember, you are representing your university when you contact them, so it’s important to keep your emails professional, brief and easy to follow. If you have any any concerns about your messaging, check in with your faculty advisor, club advisor or with your university’s administration. They will appreciate your professionalism and initiative. When reaching out to alumni, email is usually best. If you want to spice up your email in a professional way to hopefully garner more interest, try gathering together some students and film a short and informative 3-minute video about you, your club or your projects and how they can help. Additionally, you can also include links to your club’s social media account page(s) and/or your club’s website to display your work and projects.

 

 

=== Staying In Touch ===

After reaching out to alumni, it is important to sustain your relationship with them. To stay in touch, make email lists that you continuously send information out to, generate newsletters to keep your alumni updated, and create social media pages (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, etc.). The more engaged you keep the alumni, the happier they will be and the more successful the development of your projects will be. You will always build a larger network of alumni and funders from doing so.

 

=== Support and Connections ===

When building your connections, it is important to constantly be networking. Everyone can become a part of your network, doing so will allow your network to continuously build and grow. Using people and groups that are already in your network such as professors/teachers and your school’s development offices will open up vast amounts of connections for your support. Faculty know of many alumni that have passed through the school and their involvements and your development office more than likely has a whole database of alumni to access. These two groups are key to creating a strong network of alumni. To build your support, you must communicate to those in your network. Keep active social media accounts or newsletters to keep everyone updated on your needs and projects.

 

=== Tips for Success ===
<ul style="margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:0pt;">
<li>Always ensure transparency: alumni and funders should always know what their money is being used for.</li>
<li>Remember your main goals: 1) Find out who the alumni and funders are. 2) Engage the alumni and funders and cultivate a relationship with them. 3) Get the alumni and funders involved in the project, club, or event that you are using the funds for. 4) Involve the alumni and funders in fundraising efforts.</li>
<li>Your main obstacle is time: the fundraising process takes a lot of time, whether you’re making videos or planning fundraising events, so make sure to schedule activities early and clearly.</li>
<li>Measure the success of your projects: keep on-campus metrics and data to interest more potential funders and alumni to be involved in your project.</li>
<li>Start early, gain traction on your project, and collect stats to get more funding to expand the project.</li>
</ul>

Resource:How to engage alumni and secure funds to support your change efforts on campus

2017-01-06T19:34:06Z

MaxwellBarnes:

= How To Engage Alumni & Secure Funds To Support Your Change Efforts On Campus =

So you have a project to create change in your community but you don't know how to get your school alumni on board? College alumni can be a big help and support system when it comes to getting your projects up and running. We spoke to UIF alum, Rodolfo Romañach, who now works with Stellup.com, a startup that connects alumni with their universities' need for crowdfunding. He said that most alumni love to help out their university, especially when they are engaged with their industry. They want to give back to their community by providing resources (not just money) and help the future of their industries. This wiki will explain the various ways that you can engage this want that alumni have with the needs your project will face.

 

== Introduction ==

Firstly, your funders should know exactly what your project is. The more specific you can be with statistics, figures, and plans, the better. They want to see that you have plan and in a way, your funders want to see that you're gonna do it with or without their help. If they really want to invest in your project, consider making them part of your advisory board too. Giving them stake in your project(s) will always increase the likelihood they will be more involved. Don't be afraid of your funders because this is your plan. If anything, they should be there to help you. "Never have fear," said Romañach, "just do it."

Budget Research

As you approach your project, event, or club that you are attempting to gain funding for, you should create a budget to understand how much funding is necessary to receive. When starting, it may be tempting to make your budget the amount in which you can afford everything you want for your project or club to make it the best it can be, however, it is better to start small. You should first ask “what is the minimum amount of funds needed to create a viable project?” To reach this conclusion, make a list of the materials that are essentialto the project, event, or club. For example, if you were raising funding for a STEM makerspace, you may deem a 3D printer necessary for a successful, viable makerspace that students will use. The funds for 3D printer are then included in the minimum budget. As you reach your minimum budget, you may continue to raise and allot funds but it is important to be conservative on budget estimates. Start with the essentials for your project, club, or event and then work your way up from there.

 

When determining the budget, it is important to work with the faculty and administration of your school, the alumni who you will be seeking for funds, and the people that the club, event, or project is intended for to get a better understanding of what is necessary to include.

Identification

When trying to identify alumni to reach out to and engage which, it’s important to first establish a list of alumni you know personally. If you personally don’t know many alumni or any at all, that’s okay. You can always check with your professors or friends to see if they know of alumni that would be interested in your project(s). Another good idea is to connect with your university’s alumni office in administration. Colleges keep extensive databases on their alumni that are valuable sources of information - you can work director with your school to strategically identify which alumni would be most appropriate to reach out to. Aim to have about 10-15 alumni on your original list of alumni to connect with. The more, the better. As time goes on, your own personal database of alumni will grow and expand.

=== Reaching Out ===

When reaching out to alumni, it’s important to remember they are very busy, so always be respectful of their time and their money. Remember, you are representing your university when you contact them, so it’s important to keep your emails professional, brief and easy to follow. If you have any any concerns about your messaging, check in with your faculty advisor, club advisor or with your university’s administration. They will appreciate your professionalism and initiative. When reaching out to alumni, email is usually best. If you want to spice up your email in a professional way to hopefully garner more interest, try gathering together some students and film a short and informative 3-minute video about you, your club or your projects and how they can help. Additionally, you can also include links to your club’s social media account page(s) and/or your club’s website to display your work and projects.

 

=== Staying In Touch ===

After reaching out to alumni, it is important to sustain your relationship with them. To stay in touch, make email lists that you continuously send information out to, generate newsletters to keep your alumni updated, and create social media pages (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, etc.). The more engaged you keep the alumni, the happier they will be and the more successful the development of your projects will be. You will always build a larger network of alumni and funders from doing so.

 

=== Support and Connections ===

When building your connections, it is important to constantly be networking. Everyone can become a part of your network, doing so will allow your network to continuously build and grow. Using people and groups that are already in your network such as professors/teachers and your school’s development offices will open up vast amounts of connections for your support. Faculty know of many alumni that have passed through the school and their involvements and your development office more than likely has a whole database of alumni to access. These two groups are key to creating a strong network of alumni. To build your support, you must communicate to those in your network. Keep active social media accounts or newsletters to keep everyone updated on your needs and projects.

 

=== Tips for Success ===
<ul style="margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:0pt;">
<li>Always ensure transparency: alumni and funders should always know what their money is being used for.</li>
<li>Remember your main goals: 1) Find out who the alumni and funders are. 2) Engage the alumni and funders and cultivate a relationship with them. 3) Get the alumni and funders involved in the project, club, or event that you are using the funds for. 4) Involve the alumni and funders in fundraising efforts.</li>
<li>Your main obstacle is time: the fundraising process takes a lot of time, whether you’re making videos or planning fundraising events, so make sure to schedule activities early and clearly.</li>
<li>Measure the success of your projects: keep on-campus metrics and data to interest more potential funders and alumni to be involved in your project.</li>
<li>Start early, gain traction on your project, and collect stats to get more funding to expand the project.</li>
</ul>

Resource:How to engage alumni and secure funds to support your change efforts on campus

2017-01-06T19:33:16Z

MaxwellBarnes:

= How To Engage Alumni & Secure Funds To Support Your Change Efforts On Campus =

So you have a project to create change in your community but you don't know how to get your school alumni on board? College alumni can be a big help and support system when it comes to getting your projects up and running. We spoke to UIF alum, Rodolfo Romañach, who now works with Stellup.com, a startup that connects alumni with their universities' need for crowdfunding. He said that most alumni love to help out their university, especially when they are engaged with their industry. They want to give back to their community by providing resources (not just money) and help the future of their industries. This wiki will explain the various ways that you can engage this want that alumni have with the needs your project will face.

== Introduction ==



Firstly, your funders should know exactly what your project is. The more specific you can be with statistics, figures, and plans, the better. They want to see that you have plan and in a way, your funders want to see that you're gonna do it with or without their help. If they really want to invest in your project, consider making them part of your advisory board too. Giving them stake in your project(s) will always increase the likelihood they will be more involved. Don't be afraid of your funders because this is your plan. If anything, they should be there to help you. "Never have fear," said Romañach, "just do it."



Budget Research



As you approach your project, event, or club that you are attempting to gain funding for, you should create a budget to understand how much funding is necessary to receive. When starting, it may be tempting to make your budget the amount in which you can afford everything you want for your project or club to make it the best it can be, however, it is better to start small. You should first ask “what is the minimum amount of funds needed to create a viable project?” To reach this conclusion, make a list of the materials that are essentialto the project, event, or club. For example, if you were raising funding for a STEM makerspace, you may deem a 3D printer necessary for a successful, viable makerspace that students will use. The funds for 3D printer are then included in the minimum budget. As you reach your minimum budget, you may continue to raise and allot funds but it is important to be conservative on budget estimates. Start with the essentials for your project, club, or event and then work your way up from there.

When determining the budget, it is important to work with the faculty and administration of your school, the alumni who you will be seeking for funds, and the people that the club, event, or project is intended for to get a better understanding of what is necessary to include.



Identification



When trying to identify alumni to reach out to and engage which, it’s important to first establish a list of alumni you know personally. If you personally don’t know many alumni or any at all, that’s okay. You can always check with your professors or friends to see if they know of alumni that would be interested in your project(s). Another good idea is to connect with your university’s alumni office in administration. Colleges keep extensive databases on their alumni that are valuable sources of information - you can work director with your school to strategically identify which alumni would be most appropriate to reach out to. Aim to have about 10-15 alumni on your original list of alumni to connect with. The more, the better. As time goes on, your own personal database of alumni will grow and expand.



=== Reaching Out ===

When reaching out to alumni, it’s important to remember they are very busy, so always be respectful of their time and their money. Remember, you are representing your university when you contact them, so it’s important to keep your emails professional, brief and easy to follow. If you have any any concerns about your messaging, check in with your faculty advisor, club advisor or with your university’s administration. They will appreciate your professionalism and initiative. When reaching out to alumni, email is usually best. If you want to spice up your email in a professional way to hopefully garner more interest, try gathering together some students and film a short and informative 3-minute video about you, your club or your projects and how they can help. Additionally, you can also include links to your club’s social media account page(s) and/or your club’s website to display your work and projects.



=== Staying In Touch ===



After reaching out to alumni, it is important to sustain your relationship with them. To stay in touch, make email lists that you continuously send information out to, generate newsletters to keep your alumni updated, and create social media pages (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, etc.). The more engaged you keep the alumni, the happier they will be and the more successful the development of your projects will be. You will always build a larger network of alumni and funders from doing so.



=== Support and Connections ===



When building your connections, it is important to constantly be networking. Everyone can become a part of your network, doing so will allow your network to continuously build and grow. Using people and groups that are already in your network such as professors/teachers and your school’s development offices will open up vast amounts of connections for your support. Faculty know of many alumni that have passed through the school and their involvements and your development office more than likely has a whole database of alumni to access. These two groups are key to creating a strong network of alumni. To build your support, you must communicate to those in your network. Keep active social media accounts or newsletters to keep everyone updated on your needs and projects.

=== Tips for Success ===
<ul style="margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:0pt;">
<li>Always ensure transparency: alumni and funders should always know what their money is being used for.</li>
<li>Remember your main goals: 1) Find out who the alumni and funders are. 2) Engage the alumni and funders and cultivate a relationship with them. 3) Get the alumni and funders involved in the project, club, or event that you are using the funds for. 4) Involve the alumni and funders in fundraising efforts.</li>
<li>Your main obstacle is time: the fundraising process takes a lot of time, whether you’re making videos or planning fundraising events, so make sure to schedule activities early and clearly.</li>
<li>Measure the success of your projects: keep on-campus metrics and data to interest more potential funders and alumni to be involved in your project.</li>
<li>Start early, gain traction on your project, and collect stats to get more funding to expand the project.</li>
</ul>

Resource:How to engage alumni and secure funds to support your change efforts on campus

2017-01-06T19:25:39Z

MaxwellBarnes:

So you have a project to create change in your community but you don't know how to get your school alumni on board? College alumni can be a big help and support system when it comes to getting your projects up and running. We spoke to UIF alum, Rodolfo Romañach, who now works with Stellup.com, a startup that connects alumni with their universities' need for crowdfunding. He said that most alumni love to help out their university, especially when they are engaged with their industry. They want to give back to their community by providing resources (not just money) and help the future of their industries. This wiki will explain the various ways that you can engage this want that alumni have with the needs your project will face.

Introduction

Firstly, your funders should know exactly what your project is. The more specific you can be with statistics, figures, and plans, the better. They want to see that you have plan and in a way, your funders want to see that you're gonna do it with or without their help. If they really want to invest in your project, consider making them part of your advisory board too. Giving them stake in your project(s) will always increase the likelihood they will be more involved. Don't be afraid of your funders because this is your plan. If anything, they should be there to help you. "Never have fear," said Romañach, "just do it."

Budget Research

As you approach your project, event, or club that you are attempting to gain funding for, you should create a budget to understand how much funding is necessary to receive. When starting, it may be tempting to make your budget the amount in which you can afford everything you want for your project or club to make it the best it can be, however, it is better to start small. You should first ask “what is the minimum amount of funds needed to create a viable project?” To reach this conclusion, make a list of the materials that are essentialto the project, event, or club. For example, if you were raising funding for a STEM makerspace, you may deem a 3D printer necessary for a successful, viable makerspace that students will use. The funds for 3D printer are then included in the minimum budget. As you reach your minimum budget, you may continue to raise and allot funds but it is important to be conservative on budget estimates. Start with the essentials for your project, club, or event and then work your way up from there.

When determining the budget, it is important to work with the faculty and administration of your school, the alumni who you will be seeking for funds, and the people that the club, event, or project is intended for to get a better understanding of what is necessary to include.

== Identification ==

When trying to identify alumni to reach out to and engage which, it’s important to first establish a list of alumni you know personally. If you personally don’t know many alumni or any at all, that’s okay. You can always check with your professors or friends to see if they know of alumni that would be interested in your project(s). Another good idea is to connect with your university’s alumni office in administration. Colleges keep extensive databases on their alumni that are valuable sources of information - you can work director with your school to strategically identify which alumni would be most appropriate to reach out to. Aim to have about 10-15 alumni on your original list of alumni to connect with. The more, the better. As time goes on, your own personal database of alumni will grow and expand.

=== Reaching Out ===

When reaching out to alumni, it’s important to remember they are very busy, so always be respectful of their time and their money. Remember, you are representing your university when you contact them, so it’s important to keep your emails professional, brief and easy to follow. If you have any any concerns about your messaging, check in with your faculty advisor, club advisor or with your university’s administration. They will appreciate your professionalism and initiative. When reaching out to alumni, email is usually best. If you want to spice up your email in a professional way to hopefully garner more interest, try gathering together some students and film a short and informative 3-minute video about you, your club or your projects and how they can help. Additionally, you can also include links to your club’s social media account page(s) and/or your club’s website to display your work and projects.



=== Staying In Touch ===

After reaching out to alumni, it is important to sustain your relationship with them. To stay in touch, make email lists that you continuously send information out to, generate newsletters to keep your alumni updated, and create social media pages (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, etc.). The more engaged you keep the alumni, the happier they will be and the more successful the development of your projects will be. You will always build a larger network of alumni and funders from doing so.



=== Support and Connections ===

When building your connections, it is important to constantly be networking. Everyone can become a part of your network, doing so will allow your network to continuously build and grow. Using people and groups that are already in your network such as professors/teachers and your school’s development offices will open up vast amounts of connections for your support. Faculty know of many alumni that have passed through the school and their involvements and your development office more than likely has a whole database of alumni to access. These two groups are key to creating a strong network of alumni. To build your support, you must communicate to those in your network. Keep active social media accounts or newsletters to keep everyone updated on your needs and projects.

Tips for Success
<ul style="margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:0pt;">
<li>Always ensure transparency: alumni and funders should always know what their money is being used for.</li>
<li>Remember your main goals: 1) Find out who the alumni and funders are. 2) Engage the alumni and funders and cultivate a relationship with them. 3) Get the alumni and funders involved in the project, club, or event that you are using the funds for. 4) Involve the alumni and funders in fundraising efforts.</li>
<li>Your main obstacle is time: the fundraising process takes a lot of time, whether you’re making videos or planning fundraising events, so make sure to schedule activities early and clearly.</li>
<li>Measure the success of your projects: keep on-campus metrics and data to interest more potential funders and alumni to be involved in your project.</li>
<li>Start early, gain traction on your project, and collect stats to get more funding to expand the project.</li>
</ul>

Resource:How to engage alumni and secure funds to support your change efforts on campus

2017-01-06T19:24:23Z

MaxwellBarnes:

So you have a project to create change in your community but you don't know how to get your school alumni on board? College alumni can be a big help and support system when it comes to getting your projects up and running. We spoke to UIF alum, Rodolfo Romañach, who now works with Stellup.com, a startup that connects alumni with their universities' need for crowdfunding. He said that most alumni love to help out their university, especially when they are engaged with their industry. They want to give back to their community by providing resources (not just money) and help the future of their industries. This wiki will explain the various ways that you can engage this want that alumni have with the needs your project will face.

 

Introduction

Firstly, your funders should know exactly what your project is. The more specific you can be with statistics, figures, and plans, the better. They want to see that you have plan and in a way, your funders want to see that you're gonna do it with or without their help. If they really want to invest in your project, consider making them part of your advisory board too. Giving them stake in your project(s) will always increase the likelihood they will be more involved. Don't be afraid of your funders because this is your plan. If anything, they should be there to help you. "Never have fear," said Romañach, "just do it."

 

Budget Research

As you approach your project, event, or club that you are attempting to gain funding for, you should create a budget to understand how much funding is necessary to receive. When starting, it may be tempting to make your budget the amount in which you can afford everything you want for your project or club to make it the best it can be, however, it is better to start small. You should first ask “what is the minimum amount of funds needed to create a viable project?” To reach this conclusion, make a list of the materials that are essentialto the project, event, or club. For example, if you were raising funding for a STEM makerspace, you may deem a 3D printer necessary for a successful, viable makerspace that students will use. The funds for 3D printer are then included in the minimum budget. As you reach your minimum budget, you may continue to raise and allot funds but it is important to be conservative on budget estimates. Start with the essentials for your project, club, or event and then work your way up from there.

 

When determining the budget, it is important to work with the faculty and administration of your school, the alumni who you will be seeking for funds, and the people that the club, event, or project is intended for to get a better understanding of what is necessary to include.

 

Identification

When trying to identify alumni to reach out to and engage which, it’s important to first establish a list of alumni you know personally. If you personally don’t know many alumni or any at all, that’s okay. You can always check with your professors or friends to see if they know of alumni that would be interested in your project(s). Another good idea is to connect with your university’s alumni office in administration. Colleges keep extensive databases on their alumni that are valuable sources of information - you can work director with your school to strategically identify which alumni would be most appropriate to reach out to. Aim to have about 10-15 alumni on your original list of alumni to connect with. The more, the better. As time goes on, your own personal database of alumni will grow and expand.

Reaching Out

When reaching out to alumni, it’s important to remember they are very busy, so always be respectful of their time and their money. Remember, you are representing your university when you contact them, so it’s important to keep your emails professional, brief and easy to follow. If you have any any concerns about your messaging, check in with your faculty advisor, club advisor or with your university’s administration. They will appreciate your professionalism and initiative. When reaching out to alumni, email is usually best. If you want to spice up your email in a professional way to hopefully garner more interest, try gathering together some students and film a short and informative 3-minute video about you, your club or your projects and how they can help. Additionally, you can also include links to your club’s social media account page(s) and/or your club’s website to display your work and projects.

 

Staying in touch

After reaching out to alumni, it is important to sustain your relationship with them. To stay in touch, make email lists that you continuously send information out to, generate newsletters to keep your alumni updated, and create social media pages (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, etc.). The more engaged you keep the alumni, the happier they will be and the more successful the development of your projects will be. You will always build a larger network of alumni and funders from doing so.

 

Support and Connections

When building your connections, it is important to constantly be networking. Everyone can become a part of your network, doing so will allow your network to continuously build and grow. Using people and groups that are already in your network such as professors/teachers and your school’s development offices will open up vast amounts of connections for your support. Faculty know of many alumni that have passed through the school and their involvements and your development office more than likely has a whole database of alumni to access. These two groups are key to creating a strong network of alumni. To build your support, you must communicate to those in your network. Keep active social media accounts or newsletters to keep everyone updated on your needs and projects.

 

Tips for Success
<ul style="margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:0pt;">
<li>
Always ensure transparency: alumni and funders should always know what their money is being used for.
</li>
<li>
Remember your main goals: 1) Find out who the alumni and funders are. 2) Engage the alumni and funders and cultivate a relationship with them. 3) Get the alumni and funders involved in the project, club, or event that you are using the funds for. 4) Involve the alumni and funders in fundraising efforts.
</li>
<li>
Your main obstacle is time: the fundraising process takes a lot of time, whether you’re making videos or planning fundraising events, so make sure to schedule activities early and clearly.
</li>
<li>
Measure the success of your projects: keep on-campus metrics and data to interest more potential funders and alumni to be involved in your project.
</li>
<li>
Start early, gain traction on your project, and collect stats to get more funding to expand the project.
</li>
</ul>