Concord University celebrates successful fundraising campaign, improving the school's future
ATHENS, WV (WVNS) – Concord University is celebrating a successful fundraising campaign.
Over the past 2 years, Concord has been working to fulfill its CU Ascend Capital Campaign. Concord President Dr. Kendra Boggess explained the purpose of this goal was to support things around campus, like academics, buildings, and scholarships.
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She told 59News they have been able to raise more than what they originally had hoped for – making $15 million. This money will be very helpful for students and the future of Concord.
'Our scholarships are really critical in making our affordability something that everyone can get on board with. We are the school that has the lowest debt ratio for students, and we want to keep it that way. We want to raise more money. So this is a place that they can afford to come and be successful,' said Dr. Boggess.
Dr. Boggess said these dollars are essential for helping them keep things around campus up-to-date. A lot of equipment has to be turned over regularly, so there has to be money for them to replace that equipment.
After completing this campaign, Dr. Boggess told 59News that Concord will be taking a break before they dive into a new campaign.
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