Tuskegee to use $2.4M of donated funds for campus life improvements

After receiving an anonymous $20 million donation, Tuskegee University has started to announce how the funds will be allocated.

Some of that money will be used to improve campus life as the university says it is focused on improving campus safety + student wellness.

“Our investment in critical areas such as residence hall support, mental health services, and campus safety, supports our goal to provide an experience that students will fondly remember long after graduating from Tuskegee.”

~ Dr. Rolundus Rice, Vice President of Students Affairs and Chief Operating Officer

Keep reading to find out more about the improvements + other ways the $20 million donation will be spent.

Campus safety

The $2.4 million is expected to provide a safe and engaging experience for students while they’re on campus. The funding will go to areas such as:

• Recruiting full-time residential directors
• Additional licensed counselors
• Additional campus safety staff
• New equipment to expand presence of safety personnel

According to the university, almost 1,000 freshmen and transfer students enrolled last fall. With two renovated dorms to be available this fall, Tuskegee is expecting to see a significant increase in on-campus housing for new + returning students.

 “This investment aligns with our strategic plan and reaffirms our commitment to fostering student success and well-being by ensuring a safe and secure environment for all members of the Tuskegee University community. By bolstering counseling and mental health and wellness resources, we are steadfast in our dedication to providing a nurturing environment where every student can thrive.”

~ Dr. Charlotte P. Morris, President of Tuskegee University

$20 million donation

In April, Tuskegee University announced it received a $20 million gift, matching the single largest contribution in the school’s history.

Tuskegee said the funds would be used for several things around campus including enhancement of on-campus student affairs and campus security staffing. Other areas expected to receive some funding include:

• Development of STEM programs and applied research
• Endowed faculty leadership positions
• Endowed scholarships
• Fulfill a UNCF pooled endowment fund match

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