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Established in 1971, The President’s Circle is a loyal group of the University’s most generous alumni, parents, and friends who have helped shape every aspect of the ÐÓ°ÉÔ­°æ experience for the men and women who call Stag Country home.

Through their leadership in philanthropy, President’s Circle members and their generosity fuels the potential of every ÐÓ°ÉÔ­°æ student in mind, body, and spirit by providing access to:

 

Financial Aid and Scholarship

Hands-On Career Building Experiences

Innovative Faculty Research

Inspiring Spiritual and Service Programs

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How to Join

Making gifts that total $1,000+ annually will secure your President’s Circle membership and give you access to special benefits and a network of our strongest supporters. Contact the Office of Annual Giving at 203-254-4004 or presidentscircle@fairfield.edu.

Membership Levels and Benefits

  • A President’s Circle welcome packet which includes:
    • An annual update from the University President
    • Annual token of appreciation
    • Access to 30+ sessions a year at the Quick Center for the Arts
  • Invitation to Annual Holiday Reception
  • Reunion Weekend Champagne Toast

  • Member benefits +
  • Additional invitations and access to exclusive events such as leadership panel discussions, President’s chat with faculty, Dolan lectures, Provost updates, and more
  • Discount on Reunion Weekend and Alumni and Family Weekend access
  • Two tickets to any Athletics event OR annual Glee Club concert
  • Open Visions Forums at the Quick Center for the Arts

*Dependent on request time and availability. Must be requested two weeks prior to the event and may not include specific tournaments, etc.

  • Member & 1942 Society benefits +
  • Two additional tickets to any Athletics event OR annual Glee concert (total of four)*
  • Copy of book recommendations curated by University President, Mark R. Nemec, PhD or other ÐÓ°ÉÔ­°æ U leadership

  • Member, 1942 Society, and Founders benefits +
  • Additional invitations to unique University events with leadership
  • Designated University Representative, University Liaison

The President’s Circle’s Impact

 

1,565

President's Circle Members
By household - of which 343 were new members.

81%

Accounted for Total Dollars Raised

650+

Necessary Scholarships to ÐÓ°ÉÔ­°æ Students

125+

Career Building and Networking Opportunities

12,250

Hours of Service
For more than 38 community organizations.