Corporate/Foundation Relations
Partnership Pathways
UNC Asheville offers multiple ways for companies to engage based on strategic needs:
Research & Innovation
Research & Innovation
UNC Asheville is a hub for undergraduate research excellence with nearly 50 of our students and alumni receiving prestigious Fulbright Scholarships. Over 65% of our students participate in our nationally recognized Undergraduate Research and Creative Activity Program, leveraging faculty mentorship to conduct original, independent research. Our campus upholds the tradition of hosting semesterly symposia to showcase student-led projects.
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Philanthropy & Institutional Support
Philanthropy & Institutional Support
Philanthropic support creates opportunities for students, faculty, and facilities that are critical for the sustained success of UNC Asheville. By contributing philanthropically, your support is not only advancing our mission, but is demonstrating your commitment to social responsibility and lasting impact.
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Athletics Support & Sponsorships
UNC Asheville Bulldog Club
The best way to support UNC Asheville Athletics annually and make an impact on every team is by donating to the Bulldog Club, the primary unrestricted scholarship fund of UNC Asheville Athletics. Annual donations make to the Bulldog Club help provide our student-athletes with championship experience in the classroom and competition through scholarships, facility enhancements, and programmatic support.
Any charitable gift made over the course of the fiscal year (July 1 - June 30) to the Bulldog Club qualifies you to become a member for the year.
Sponsorship Opportunities
UNC Asheville athletics is dedicated to fostering excellence both on and off the field, providing a robust and diverse range of sports programs. With dynamic platforms for brands to engage with our passionate fan base, we aim to build lasting community connections and elevate your brands visibility.
Join us today to explore unique scholarship opportunities that align with your values and objectives, while helping to drive the success of our athletes and programs.
Student Engagement
Student Engagement
The Career Center serves as a resource for employers interested in connecting with UNC Asheville students and alumni. Whether you are recruiting for a large or small business, full-time or part-time opportunities, graduate schools, or internships, we have events and programming for you.
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Alumni Engagement
Alumni Engagement
The UNC Asheville Alumni Association works with more than 19,000 graduates across the country and the world, helping them stay connected to their Alma Mater, classmates, and mentors.
What does this look like?
- Post-Graduate Recruitment
- Homecoming Sponsorship
- Alumni Communications
Professional Development
Leadership Asheville
Leadership Asheville exists to build collaborative leadership capacity and foster an equitable and sustainable community for all. For over 45 years, the program has promoted community leadership and civic responsibility by developing, connecting, and engaging with citizens throughout the region to address the challenges and opportunities we face.
Certificates & Professional Education
UNC Asheville is an ideal location for professional meetings, seminars, and continuing professional education classes. The Asheville Graduate Center offers opportunities for professional development as well as facilitates classes which meet requirements for continuing professional development education standards established by the credentialing organizations of each profession.
OLLI
The Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) at UNC Asheville is an award-winning internationally-acclaimed learning community dedicated to promoting lifelong learning, leadership, community service and research. Our goal is to enable members to thrive in life's second half. OLLI at UNC Asheville offers a comprehensive array of courses in the arts and sciences in addition to programming on civic engagement, wellness, life transitions, and retirement planning.