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        4. Columbus School of Law
        5. Conway School of Nursing
        6. Metropolitan School of Professional Studies
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Philanthropic Societies

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The Catholic University of America’s philanthropic societies recognize the commitment and support of alumni, parents, students, and friends who provide a high level of support to the University. These societies honor our generous benefactors as well as their transformative impact on our students, faculty, and staff.

1887 Society logo with McMahon Hall
1887 Society
Leadership annual donors — 1887 Society members — provide much-needed support to enhance the student experience and drive the mission of the University forward.
Loyalty Society logo
Loyalty Society
Loyal donors are the cornerstone of Catholic University’s success. This society honors alumni who give to Catholic University for at least two consecutive years.
Parents Council members
Parents Council
A group of highly engaged parents who are dedicated to the mission of The Catholic University of America and seek to expand the opportunities available for today’s students.
Painting of Saint Paul by Bartolomeo Montagna
St. Paul Society
Alumni, parents, faculty, staff, and friends who volunteer as parish ambassadors for Catholic University and promote the National Collection to their communities.
Member of the St. Thomas Aquinas Society at a luncheon
St. Thomas Aquinas Society
Donors who notify the University that they have made a commitment to a gift through any of the planned giving vehicles we currently administer.
Members of the Student Philanthropy Council
Student Philanthropy Council
Students who create a culture of philanthropy among the Catholic University community.

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Campaign Progress
 
 
$453.5M
Goal
Original: $400M
Extended: $500M

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Campaign Priorities

BY IMPERATIVE

Academic Environment
Faculty Excellence
Student Success

BY DIVISION

Athletics Department
Benjamin T. Rome School of Music, Drama, and Art
Busch School of Business
Columbus School of Law
Conway School of Nursing
Metropolitan School of Professional Studies
National Catholic School of Social Service
School of Architecture and Planning
School of Arts and Sciences
School of Canon Law
School of Engineering
School of Philosophy
School of Theology and Religious Studies

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