UBUNTU: "I am because we are" This translation emphasizes the idea that our existence is intrinsically tied to our relationships with others. Our humanity is not isolated; it flourishes within the context of community and shared experiences. One Day for Dawgs is Ferris State University’s annual day of giving. This fundraising is designed to work as crowd sourcing. Any contribution gets our program closer to our goal and is sincerely appreciated by our staff and students. Consider forgoing stopping for coffee one day and donate those funds here. Your contribution will directly impact our current and future students. Look closely. We have our hand out but are merely asking for a hand up. The PGA Golf Management Program is raising funds to provide more access for students to participate in the following: PGA events such as industry shows: Annual PGA Show in Orlando Tournaments: Katke is hosting a northern Michigan chapter event which our students will have an opportunity to play in Our program has started 2 annual tournaments against other PGA Golf Management Schools: We will play against Eastern Kentucky this spring on April 13-14 at Hillcrest Country Club in Indianapolis Indiana. We will also be playing Penn State at a neutral location in the fall. Putting technology component to be added to Ken Janke Learning Center: SAM PuttLab One Day for Dawgs offers our alumni, friends and family the opportunity to be a part of our mission to make the college experience for our current and future students a transformational one. If you are unable to donate but want to find a way to contribute, please email Joe Hatch directly at hatchj1@ferris.edu. You can make an even bigger contribution to our program by finding one kid who is in love with the golf industry and encourage them to attend Ferris State University. I would be grateful if you would introduce these young men and women to our PGA Golf Management Program and let them know our mission. Thank you for joining Bulldogs everywhere in supporting Ferris State University on One Day For Dawgs as we raise funds to help us move Ferris Forward Together. Your gift today will provide critical support for the PGA Golf Management Program, and we cannot thank you enough for your generosity on this day of giving. Go Bulldogs!

¡Hola! This is Spanish Professor Eric Warner and I am helping our Ferris-Costa Rica Study Abroad 2024 group fundraise to support their experience! This year, we have a record number of students who will be Studying Abroad in Costa Rica with Prof. Lucero Flores-Páez, a Costa Rican instructor, and me! We seek help to defer costs for students during the educational 4-week Spanish Immersion program where students take classes at Academia Tica and live with Spanish-speaking host families. Additionally, any fundraising during One Day for Dawgs will support excursions to museums, a coffee plantation, the Pacific & Caribbean Coasts, Costa Rican businesses, and sustainable tourist locations in the Talamanca region with the Bribri tribe, etc. Your support helps us to keep costs accessible for all students so they can continue to learn Spanish, and about Latin American culture and society through the lens of Costa Rica! Our impact upon return will allow our students to apply bilingual skills and intercultural competencies in their communities and future careers! Go Bulldogs!!! ¡Mil gracias! y ¡Pura vida!

From supporting championship athletics to student scholarships in industry-leading programs, gifts of all sizes are critical to the continued success of Bulldogs everywhere. Your gift will have an immediate impact on the programs, teams, and students you choose to support. Help make a difference for Bulldog Students at Ferris State by supporting One Day for Dawgs!

The mission of the Ferris Alumni Association is to help strengthen alumni-to-alumni, alumni-to-student and alumni-to-University connections while also promoting mutual beneficial relationships that keep alumni informed, involved and invested in Ferris State University. In an effort to uphold the mission of the Alumni Association, we are asking for your support to help fund the Alumni Association Legacy Endowment which recognizes academic achievements and leadership potential in students who parent, sibling, grandparent, son or daughter is a Ferris State University graduate. Last year we were fortunate enough to provide $45,000 in scholarship funds to help support our students in their quest for a degree from Ferris State. Please help us continue the legacy tradition and support our students.

$750 Match - Sponsored by Jean Elder, Kim & Bob Buckingham The Men’s Basketball Team needs you to come off the bench and help them be competitive. Our shooting machines need to be replaced. We need $9,000 to purchase new Shoot-A-Way “The Gun” shooting/rebounding machines. Join the “Full Court Press” to fund $9,000 for shooting machines. Don’t sit on the bench…join your team now in making this happen!

ReFOCUS at Ferris provides students on academic probation with educational, social, and financial support to focus on having a successful semester, developing a stronger sense of belonging, and regaining good academic standing. Your donation will provide students with academic success materials and personal development tools. Students who are active participants can receive a book voucher. Through the first two cohorts, participants received fewer mid-term grade warnings and felt more involved in the greater university community.

$1,500 Match - Sponsored by Dean Steve Durst, Jackie Morse This fund supports students, faculty and alumni. Students are supported with travel grants that allow them to attend conferences at both the state and national level. These networking opportunities allow students to search out residencies, present research and grow professionally. Faculty are supported through the purchase of laboratory instrumentation. Alumni also benefit from this fund which supports alumni receptions, continuing education programing and homecoming events. If you haven't joined us for an event, you should!

Nearly 20% of college students report having a disability, but many do not go on to complete their degrees due to institutional barriers, including financial barriers. 25% of college students with disabilities leave college after one year compared to 14% of those without disabilities. Students with disabilities can choose to take a reduced course load, but that often means reduced financial and fewer scholarship opportunities. The longer time to degree also means more college debt and lost wages. By supporting this scholarship, you are helping to decrease these barriers. Thank you for supporting this fundraising effort. Student Message: My Name is Nicole O’Brien. I am pursuing a Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) from Ferris State University. I also work for Educational Counseling & Disability Services at Ferris. I am writing to you in hopes you will consider supporting a disability scholarship at Ferris State University. Please take a second to imagine someone with a disability saying to you, “Our society is not made for me.” Their shoulders slumped. A dejected look on their face. What would you think. How would you respond. This is a reality that nearly 20% of all college students in America must live with every day, including myself. I was born with Cerebral Palsy (CP). My CP is such that I cannot feed myself, dress myself, open doors, or get a Kleenex box if need be. I am reliant upon personal care with nearly all activities of daily living. To graduate from college, students with disabilities must endure added expenses in areas such as personal care assistants, transportation, and technology. When their families cannot help, disparities loom even larger. Many students like myself must dedicate a considerable amount of time to simple tasks like getting out of bed, getting dressed and going to the bathroom; making it difficult to maintain a full-time class schedule. By supporting a disability scholarship, you are investing in the independence and inclusion of all students with disabilities at Ferris State University and helping to further their personal and professional development. This scholarship would help relieve many of the added costs and stress associated with an education for students with disabilities in a tangible and practical way. Thank You, Nicole O’Brien

Support Bulldog Soccer The women’s soccer team is raising funds to purchase new Game Day/Travel Parkas for the team, as well as continued locker room enhancements. Please help us Stay Warm next fall as we continue to “Play for the Right to Play in Bad Weather!” as we strive to make another playoff run deep into the winter months. Thank you for your continued support! Go Bulldogs!

Support Ferris State Men's and Women's Track and XC! This year, we're reaching out to our community for support in acquiring essential recovery equipment for our track team. Recovery plays a crucial role in an athlete's ability to perform consistently at their best. With your generous donations, we aim to invest in recovery tools that will aid our athletes in recovering quickly and effectively, ensuring they can compete at the highest level week in and week out. From foam rollers to compression therapy devices, every piece of equipment we acquire will contribute to our athletes' ability to recover optimally, minimizing the risk of injury and maximizing their potential for success. By providing our athletes with access to top-notch recovery resources, we're not only investing in their athletic performance but also in their long-term health and well-being. Your support makes a tangible difference in the lives of our student-athletes. Your donations will enable us to create an environment where our track team members can thrive, both on and off the track. Together, we can empower our athletes to reach new heights of achievement and represent our school with pride.

The Hispanic/Latino Cultural Center serves as a beacon of cultural celebration, education, and empowerment for all who walk through its doors. It's a place where Hispanic/Latinx heritage thrives, where traditions are honored, and where diverse voices are celebrated. However, we need your help to ensure that this vital hub continues to flourish and impact the lives of future generations. Your generous donations will directly contribute to: (1) Educational Programs: Providing enriching workshops, seminars, and conferences that promote understanding and appreciation of Hispanic/Latinx culture. (2) Cultural Events: Hosting vibrant festivals, performances, and exhibitions that showcase the richness and diversity of Hispanic/Latinx traditions. (3) Student Support: Offering scholarships, mentorship programs, and academic resources to empower all students to achieve their full potential. (4) Community Outreach: Engaging with the broader community through outreach initiatives, partnerships, and collaborations that promote cross-cultural understanding and unity. Every dollar you contribute makes a tangible difference in the lives of students and the vitality of our center. Together, we can continue to cultivate an inclusive space where Hispanic/Latinx heritage thrives and where all are welcome to learn, grow, and celebrate together. Join us in championing Hispanic Latino culture and supporting the next generation of leaders! Your donation, no matter the size, will make a meaningful impact. ¡Gracias por tu apoyo! Thank you for your support! Watch this short video on why the center is important to our students.

Support MoSO Today! Since opening in 2015, the MoSO (Museum of Sexist Objects), has done important work to raise awareness about the many, often insidious, ways that sexism operates not only in American society, but the world over. We are proud of our recent LGBTQ+ and Masculinity cases and look forward to building two new exhibits on Period Shaming and the Pink Tax. Both are student inspired. Our biggest event this year was our collaboration with the Ferris Fine Art Gallery to present an exhibit called "Much Ado about Barbie." It received extensive press coverage and involved collaboration with both Kendall College and Piper Adonya, the creator of "Black Barbie" graphics. The MoSO Barbies we displayed were purchased with your generous contributions. Thank you for your support over the years!

Thank you for your generous support for the Plastics Engineering Technology program at Ferris State University. Our program is dedicated to providing students and faculty with invaluable opportunities for hands-on learning and professional development. Funds raised through this campaign will be used to fund student and faculty travel for field trips and plastics industry conferences. These experiences are essential for our students to gain real-world insights, network with industry professionals, and stay updated on the latest advancements in the industry. Funds from last year's campaign were used for three trips to Novi, Grand Rapids, and Newaygo, MI. Because of the donations, students did not have to pay anything out of pocket for these experiences. Your contribution will directly impact the success of our program and the future careers of our students. We deeply appreciate any amount you can give to help us continue to provide exceptional educational experiences. Thank you for your ongoing support of our program!

Here at the Academic Literacies Center, we strive to create an environment that encourages participation, acceptance, and a willingness to ask questions. Our center provides students with academic support so they can be successful in their college careers and beyond. We need your help to continue our efforts. We provide free snacks to students so that they don't have to work on an empty stomach as well as tools such as whiteboards to allow for greater visual learning. We would like to further expand our services by purchasing affordable headphones for our center computers, tablets for a quicker check-in process, a program called NetTutor to continue supporting students after-hours, and a scholarship to help our tutors afford textbooks. Your contribution is essential to allowing us to continue our great work. We hope you will consider making a donation to help the students of Ferris State University.

Thank you for joining Bulldogs everywhere in supporting Ferris State University on One Day For Dawgs as we raise funds to help students succeed. Your gift today will provide critical support to the Automotive Program! We are currently working on increasing our Electric Vehicle offerings in the Auto Service area. Your support will be used towards the purchase an EV to increase the hands on opportunities auto service students have with this technology. Please support the future of Automotive Program students. We cannot thank you enough for your generosity on this day of giving. Go Bulldogs!

Welcome to Ferris State Baja Racing! We are a club at Ferris State that includes members from multiple different programs including Automotive, Welding, manufacturing, and many more. We build an off-road vehicle entirely from scratch. We start with designing the car on solid works, bending, cutting, and welding tubing to create a frame and fabricating and assembling engine, transmission, and suspension components. We race schools all across the country in off-road endurance races and compete in multiple events each year. This club allows students to learn hands-on skills and important engineering principles, while also learning great teamwork and communication skills. We are looking for donations to help us further our club and allow for more students to be able to be involved and attend races. We are also in need of new rims and tires for the four-wheel drive SAE baja vehicle build. Thank you for your consideration in donating to our club!

$200 Match - Sponsored by Ben Withey Brutus is the beloved mascot of Ferris State. From supporting our championship athletics to going out into the community, Brutus impacts Big Rapids every single day. Your gift will help us care for Brutus' maintenance, purchase new props and clothes, and give him many new opportunities and events. Help us care for The Dawg on this One Day for Dawgs! Thank you!

Support Ferris State Athletics $500 Match - Sponsored by Steve Brockelbank The Bulldog Athletic Association (BAA) is dedicated to nurturing and empowering over 400 student-athletes within our athletic program. Our ongoing fundraising efforts are crucial in providing essential support and development opportunities for these talented individuals. Your contributions to the BAA directly impact areas such as student-athlete nutrition, ensuring that our athletes have access to the fuel they need to perform at their best. Additionally, funds raised go towards supporting student-athlete professional development initiatives, including career workshops, leadership training, and networking opportunities. By investing in the BAA, you are investing in the holistic growth and success of our student-athletes, both on and off the field. Join us in making a meaningful difference in the lives of these remarkable individuals who proudly represent our university.

We are raising funds to support our multimedia broadcasting, photography & streaming efforts for all 17 Ferris State varsity athletics programs. These funds will allow us to continue to upgrade and modernize equipment used for our radio, video, website, social media and multimedia productions, including potential camera, software/hardware, and audio/video upgrades. All of the support raised will go back towards helping maximize our production capabilities and help ensure we remain a leader in this area. Please consider a donation today, Go Dawgs!

$700 Match - Sponsored by Sheila Nero, Kathy and Marco Menezes Since 2020, the Bulldog Basic Needs Alliance has provided emergency assistance to Ferris students experiencing food and housing insecurity. Knowing that struggles with basic needs have a direct impact on student success, the BBNA strives to support students as quickly as possible. We know that hunger and homelessness can directly impact academic performance, often leading to a lack of concentration, delay in degree completion or total withdrawal from the university. With 1 in 5 undergraduate students experiencing food insecurity, and 9% of university students experiencing homelessness, your gift will help us feed the next hungry student or keep a Bulldog where they belong: right here, on our campus. In 2023, thanks to the generosity of our donors, we were able to provide 521 meal swipes to students. The BBNA also responded to a 23% increase in housing requests. Whether through meal swipes, temporary housing, funding for our campus food pantries or more, your gift to the BBNA can enormously impact a student's success. Thank you for keeping the dream of a Ferris education alive for our students.

Support the Bulldog Math Center! The Mathematics Department at Ferris State University wants to offer an additional resource to support our students in their math courses on campus by creating an inclusive and safe space for all students to ask questions, learn, and improve their confidence and skills in a subject that is often feared by many. Many institutions have tutoring centers that focus on math only. Creating a space such as this here at Ferris would encourage students to frequently visit the Mathematics Department where faculty offices are also conveniently located. Between creating this center, encouraging positive and productive interactions between students/tutors/faculty, and your support, we can further assist our students as they work towards their degrees!

Join us in supporting our students in the Business Administration program. A gift of any amount will directly impact our Business Administration students by providing opportunities not necessarily funded through tuition. These funds will provide opportunities for experiential learning, conferences, guest speakers, and other opportunities for students to move Ferris Forward together. Thank you for considering supporting the Business Administration program. We appreciate you an your continued support and commitment to the Business Administration students. Go Bulldogs!

$250 Match - Sponsored by Anonymous Thank you for joining Bulldogs everywhere in supporting Ferris State University on One Day For Dawgs as we raise funds to help us move Ferris Forward Together. Your support is critical to the success of the Business Innovation and Lean Center (BILC) continuing to provide students with high-impact experiential learning opportunities and extending our reach into offering summer camps to the K-12 student population. Here are some highlights of the BILC over the past year: The BILC supported 17 process improvement experiential projects for student teams in 2022/2023 and 10 process improvement experiential projects for student teams in 2023/2024. The funds raised from last year's campaign provided funds for gas reimbursement and Process Improvement project materials. The BILC co-sponsored two events: Internships 101, and the Bulldogs Mean Business - Nolan Transportation Group. The BILC also sponsored the Menlo Innovations Virtual factory tour. We're thrilled to announce the latest initiatives in the BILC this year (2023/2024): Chain Reaction Podcast Mentee and Mentor Program Alumni Engagement Speaker Series We cannot thank you enough for your generosity on this day of giving. Go Bulldogs!

To assist in purchasing new equipment and making all the equipment operational by connecting multiple pieces to high-voltage power sources and having factory refurbishing on our donated pieces.

BULLDOGS- It is hard to believe that it has been two years since we all came together to honor Eddie by teaming up to raise enough money to make the Eddie Luck Memorial Scholarship an endowed scholarship, to be awarded annually in perpetuity to a Ferris tennis team member most embodying the qualities Eddie lived, competed and coached by. Please join me today, “One Day for Dawgs,” to add to the fund and grow its impact. Please donate by clicking on the make a donation button. Gifts of any size matter and help students achieve their dreams. We miss you, Coach, and will never forget you. #OneDayforDawgs

Students need your help! join us in supporting the Ferris Cares Opportunity Scholarship in the College of Arts, Sciences, and Education Fund. Despite its lengthy name, the mission of this fund is straightforward: to assist students facing unforeseen financial obstacles that could hinder their academic journey. Last year, this fund provided over $10,000 in support to students, ensuring they could stay on track towards their educational goals. However, due to the significant demand and the depletion of funds, it's crucial to replenish the fund to continue offering this vital support to our students. Witnessing underprivileged, underrepresented, and first-generation students thrive thanks to the generosity of this fund is not only rewarding but also a testament to the core values upon which our institution was founded. Your contribution can make a profound impact on the lives of our students, helping them overcome financial barriers and achieve academic success. Join us in making a difference today!

FSU MEANS BUSINESS! The College of Business is one of the largest colleges at Ferris State and also offers one of the most diverse collection of unique and distinctive business degree offerings in the State of Michigan. Under the leadership of our new Dean Dr. Logan Jones, we are re-building and strengthening our programs, student and faculty initiatives. Your general gift to the college will be put to good use as we continue to offer our students the best applied business education in the state. Go Business Dawgs!

College of Health Professions Opportunity Cares Scholarship We are inviting everyone to contribute to our College of Health Professions Opportunity Cares Scholarship. This scholarship is used to assist our students when they are challenged with a monetary situation and need assistance. Thank you for joining Bulldogs everywhere in supporting Ferris State University on One Day For Dawgs as we raise funds for our students' success. Your gift today will provide critical support to the College of Health Professions and we cannot thank you enough for your generosity on this day of giving. Go Bulldogs!

$1,500 Match - Sponsored by Dean Steve Durst, Patti Smeelink Keim Thank you for joining College of Pharmacy Alumni and Friends on One Day For Dawgs. Your gift today will provide critical support to students in the College of Pharmacy through the Ferris Cares Opportunity Scholarship fund. We cannot thank you enough for your generosity on this day of giving. The Ferris Cares Opportunity Scholarship was created to provide support to students encountering unexpected financial needs. We continue to expand the fund to include support for students facing challenges outside of tuition costs. Students receiving support have consistently commented that they may not have been able to graduate on time without the modest assistance provided by this fund.

$1,000 Match - Sponsored by Dean Steve Durst, Kim & Doug Hancock This initiative enhances the pharmacy student experience by providing a safe and secure 24/7 study space within the College of Pharmacy. With an initial lead gift of $25,000 from alumni Kim ('88) and Doug ('88) Hancock, plans are underway to renovate the lounge area and update furniture. It can be a challenge to find a place to study on nights and weekends, this project assures that pharmacy students will always have a safe and secure place to study by providing a spacious, comfortable and functional area for their hours spent while pursuing their degree. If you are an alumnus of the Pharmacy program you recognize the challenges of finding study spaces and the need today for a safe and secure space to study. Please support our students needs, every donation helps move this project closer to reality!