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From simple beginnings embraced by Lutheran pioneers nearly
165 years ago, Carthage College has emerged as a leading liberal arts
institution, respected for its challenging academic program, personal
care and attention, and an abiding respect for human values.
Just as the sun rises each day over Carthage’s home on Lake
Michigan, the enduring Carthage promise is to ignite in each
student the desire to achieve at the highest level as they choose
their own path to success. Our pride flows from cultivating the
knowledge, understanding, skills, and discipline crucial to
successful navigation of each student’s life journey.
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Throughout the past 165 years, Carthage has developed a tradition of
distinction in our people, our programs, and our community. It is a heritage of
accessible and challenging professors who change lives; of classmates who
remain friends across decades; and of treasured campus memories.
We share these memories and experiences of our days on
campus—both in Carthage, Illinois, and those formed during
the past half-century in Kenosha, Wisconsin. We celebrate
Carthage’s proud status as a 2011 Best College in the
Midwestern Region, a 2011 Best Baccalaureate College, and a
premier Lutheran college of the arts and sciences. Throughout
our history and into our future, Carthage remains true to our
fundamental mission, even as we pursue new heights.
While the College always will mean different things to
different people, the one common element for us all is quality
education with shared values and beliefs. It is Carthage’s devotion to the
individual student that has led to our past triumphs and also forms the key
to the promise of tomorrow. It is the commitment of those many students
to each other, to their college, and to their families and communities that
changes the world in many ways. Embedded in the Carthage experience
is the opportunity for all students to discover their potential for excellence,
leadership, and service. It is the realization of this potential—made possible
by their experience at a special college—that makes their future, and ours,
truly inspiring.
Our Heritage
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The Carthage story, throughout its history, has been one of becoming.
Carthage is forever becoming. We are driven by the possibilities of
the future, by the potential for significance, and by the vision of what
can be—for each individual student, and for the College itself.
Securing the future for an institution that will provide
transformative opportunities for students today and in the coming
decades requires a solid foundation. As we prepare for tomorrow,
we must build on the progress and accomplishments of those
who have come before us. They form the foundation upon which
Carthage now stands. All the successes and gains made by the
College over the past 165 years must not only be celebrated,
they must inspire Carthage and its students to strive for greater
accomplishments.
While the College’s roots date back nearly 165 years, we
recognize that our continued vitality requires a focus on the next
generation. Seeking truth, building strength, and inspiring service
are imperatives of the Carthage mission. Even as we continue to
resolve complex issues that face all colleges, we keep an eye on the
big picture and realize our own potential. We must navigate our own
path to success in an ever-changing social, economic, and political
environment. We must focus intently on what we wish to become,
and move with courage toward this vision.
During the past 50 years, even as our graduates have established
themselves throughout the United States and in other nations, we
have endeavored to cultivate a special relationship with the Kenosha
community as well as with Southeastern Wisconsin/Northeastern
Illinois. The success of those efforts has found expression in the
extraordinary support that Carthage has received at key junctures
in its development. We are very proud of these community
relationships because they have helped Carthage in its process of
becoming. We have grown together.
Our College: Today and Tomorrow
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From its founding in 1847 to the present day, Carthage has much to
celebrate—165 years of great memories and people, 50 years of a
wonderful partnership with the Kenosha community, and the past 25
transformative years, a period during which we have achieved the
vision of Carthage’s longest-serving president. While we rejoice in these
accomplishments, our job is not done. Hard work and sacrifices by
others have positioned us better than any of our predecessors to make
responsible decisions in securing the future of Carthage. It is essential that
we do everything possible to continue our forward momentum.
To ensure that Carthage’s reputation for academic excellence,
student achievement, and service to community continues to
grow; and to ensure the College realizes its full potential; we must
have the tangible support of alumni and friends who are willing to
commit vital resources.
Funding our 21st Century College
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Therefore, we are proud to announce the largest
fundraising campaign in the history of the College.
The Board of Trustees adopted Celebrating Carthage
during their 2005 Board Retreat. The total effort has
a comprehensive goal (dating from 1991) of raising
$1 million in gifts for every year of the College’s
existence since its founding in 1847. The Trustees
established December 31, 2012, as the deadline for
meeting the goal of raising $165 million.
This fundraising effort appeared highly ambitious
back in 2005. It is a testimony to the fervor of Carthage
alumni and friends that the campaign is on target to
achieve success by the closing date. That said, a strong
commitment by Carthage supporters will be necessary
to ensure that the goal is achieved. As of May 2011,
outright gifts, pledges, and estate commitments
received have moved the College 90 percent of the way to success.
We are pleased to report that only $15 million remains to be raised in
pursuit of the goal.
Celebrating Carthage is a comprehensive fundraising campaign.
Its objective is to secure endowment and annual gifts, as well as gifts for
capital projects and equipment. Therefore, all outright gifts, documented
pledges and estate commitments to Carthage prior to December 31, 2012,
count toward the campaign goal of $165 million.
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Your Support Makes a Difference
1. Students Carthage must attract, retain
and educate the very best people and the
very best students. They represent the next
generation of informed citizens, business and
political leaders, artists, and educators—the
next generation of Carthaginians. As the
College’s reputation increases in stature
and the value of a degree from Carthage
continues to rise, support for current and
future students is essential for success.
The commitment of the College’s partners
will play a crucial role by extending the
number and amount of scholarships available,
and providing the resources to increase
undergraduate learning opportunities.
At this time in our nation’s history, as well as
in Carthage history, financial support for our
neediest students has never been
more important.
As a teaching college, Carthage allocates resources with the principal
objective of bringing benefit to our students. This orientation forms the
three main priorities toward which gifts and commitments will be applied.
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2. Academics Carthage stands for a
classical education in the arts and sciences.
Regardless of a student’s major, the twin
processes of building vocabulary, and learning
to use that knowledge to think independently,
are the focus of teaching and learning at the
College. Additionally, all Carthage students
are encouraged to use their education to
contribute to the research and knowledge
base in their chosen field of study.
The core and general education, the
major field of study, and electives from
across the entire academic spectrum, come
together in approximately equal thirds
to constitute a Carthage baccalaureate
education. In the recent past, there have
been significant accomplishments in
curricular policy, and the overall quality
of instruction has risen appreciably. An
increase in the number of faculty has brought
to Carthage individuals with excellent
credentials and seriousness of purpose.
Donor support
undergirds our ability to
maintain a strong faculty
and a strong curriculum.
Your support also provides
the chance for students to
pursue distinctive learning
opportunities that might
otherwise be unavailable,
including internships,
campus leadership
involvement, community
service learning projects,
and much more.
With the support of its partners, the
College will nurture student and faculty
academic achievement, further advancing its
role as a hub of intellectual life, and a center
of academic excellence that garners national
respect in a growing number of fields.
“Being on the Carthage Microgravity team allowed me to apply text-book physics to solve real-world problems. Working with NASA engineers, and getting within a few yards of the space shuttle before its final launch, are experiences I will never forget.” — Amber Bakkum, ‘12,
Physics, Mathematics Winthrop Harbor, Ill.
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Your Support Makes a Difference
3. Campus Infrastructure Modern, efficient
facilities are essential to a quality learning
environment and to attracting the best faculty
and students to the College. Investment in
infrastructure is one of the most effective
ways of investing in the long-term future
of the College. These are facilities that will
withstand the test of time. Their initial price
is considerable, but in the long run, they are a
tremendous bargain. Future donors need not
worry about replacing what our generation will
leave to them. Since the turn of the century,
Carthage has invested more than $125 million
in new and improved facilities, and thanks
to the support of its generous donors, it has
fully funded all of those projects without
adding to the long-term debt of the College.
Each project materially has strengthened the
College’s ability to recruit students.
“I love how much Carthage has grown in just the last three years. I’m excited to see the Student Union become a central location for students to hang out and enjoy activities close to the residence halls.” — Jason Hartfield, ‘12,
International Political Economy Kenosha, Wis.
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Within the broader Celebrating
Carthage campaign initiative, there has
been a succession of special capital projects,
including the N. E. Tarble Athletic and
Recreation Center, Hedberg Library, the
A.W. Clausen Center for World Business,
The Oaks student village, and Tarble Arena.
While the transformation of large parts of the
campus has been dramatic, and the recent
completion of the new Student Union and
Art Keller Stadium will provide a competitive
advantage to the College throughout the
21st century, continued investment in
maintenance of campus infrastructure is
necessary to preserve that advantage.
“Without the Altera Scholarship, I would not have been able to attend Carthage. The scholarship gave me the chance to experience all of theamazing opportunities here that would have passed me by otherwise. It really changed my life and I am eternally grateful.” — Maeve McFadden, ‘12
English Decatur, Ill.
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Carthage is many things to many people. Yet, the core of our
mission is simple—we are here to ensure student success.
Indeed, we must continue to focus on this mission so that
our students are well prepared for today’s challenges and
opportunities. Our supporters help us maintain this focus.
Each gift is important to the lives of our students. Charitable
gifts that support scholarships, internships, and research
projects are examples that have a direct and immediate
impact. Support of the academic program and learning
resources do likewise. The campus is a different place today
as a result of generous gifts that have transformed the
physical spaces where learning occurs.
Carthage is fortunate to have many benefactors who
have remained steadfast in their support, even during
challenging times. Everyone who gives to Carthage adds to
the strong support system that our students rely upon as a
springboard to success.
Ways to Give
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If you would like to assist in our Celebrating Carthage campaign, you can do so in
one or more of the following ways.
Current Gifts Outright one-time gifts may be made with cash, securities, real
estate or personal property and may be designated to the area or program of
your choice.
Pledges Multi-year commitments, often spread over a three- to five-year
period, enable you to make significant contributions in a manner that best
accommodates your personal financial circumstances.
Planned Giving Gifts made from the assets you have accumulated over your
lifetime may take many forms. Most common are estate gift commitments from
your will or revocable trust. There are many more opportunities. Gifts from
retirement plan assets are becoming more common. Gifts of life insurance are
possible. Real estate can be an attractive option. Life income gifts like charitable
gift annuities and charitable trusts provide donors with income benefits and
Carthage with remainder gifts. The list goes on. Each provides Carthage with a
generous gift and each has it own particular tax advantages.
Henry Denhart Society For many Carthage alumni and friends, planned gifts
are among the most significant charitable investments they will make. There are
advantages to sharing with Carthage news of your intention to make an estate
gift and its estimated value. All such gifts identified before December 2012 count
toward the Celebrating Carthage campaign goal. Letting the College know that
you have provided a gift as part of your estate plan initiates your membership in
the Henry Denhart Society, a gathering of more than 500 individuals who
likewise have committed resources to the long-term viability of Carthage.
Becoming an indentified Carthage supporter at any giving level allows us to
include you in activities and celebrations that honor your investment, and bring you
together with others who share your commitment to Carthage and its students. Your
support of the people and the programs at Carthage College is sincerely appreciated.
Investments like yours help us maintain our focus on providing an outstanding
educational future for our students.
For additional information about giving to Carthage College, please contact:
Office of College Relations
2001 Alford Park Drive
Kenosha, WI 53140
(262) 551-5703 • (800) 551-1518
www.carthage.edu/celebrate13
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Our heritage, leadership and traditions sustain our College today
and ensure our viability for tomorrow. Investing in students,
academic programs, and infrastructure secures our future as a
leading 21st century liberal arts college, and honors the people,
programs, and places that are Carthage.
As one of the nation’s most respected religiously-affiliated
liberal arts colleges, Carthage holds the promise and potential
to favorably strengthen the very fiber of our society’s well-
being. To fulfill that promise, to realize that potential, Carthage’s
reputation for academic excellence, individual achievement, and
service must continue to grow. Commitment of vital resources
by alumni and friends of the College is essential to these objectives.
Thanks to the generosity of our donors, each Carthage student has an
increasing number of possibilities when choosing their path to success.
Still, we cannot rest. At a time of rapid technology transformation and
an ever more integrated global economy, our students must be more
enlightened, better informed, and increasingly resilient. A Carthage education
is a distinctive and irreplaceable element of their preparation.
We, as Carthage College stakeholders, must remain steadfastly
committed to supporting a rigorous and inspiring Carthage education,
encouraging each and every student along their life-changing
journey of discovery and fulfillment.
The partners who brought the College to life and fostered its
growth during the past 165 years are enshrined in the history of
this great institution. Now, it is our time to protect the promises
and leverage the investments of those who came before.
Our Promise
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It is time to add to Carthage lore the names of those
new and emerging partners who, by dint of their
faith, courage, and imagination, will pave the way to
Carthage’s next generation of progress.
The opportunity is now. The need is real.
Help Carthage make history today and
for years to come by becoming a part of
Celebrating Carthage.
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2001 Alford Park DriveKenosha, Wisconsin 53140
800-551-1518www.carthage.edu/celebrate
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