In Radiant Splendor Shine
Building brilliant futures, together.
Capital University is proud to celebrate the successful completion of In Radiant Splendor Shine — a comprehensive fundraising campaign that honored our rich tradition of academic excellence and boldly invested in the future of our students, faculty, and campus community.
Inspired by an iconic line from our alma mater, In Radiant Splendor Shine reflected our enduring pride in Capital and the memories we all share. It was in this spirit of light and splendor that we came together—alumni, donors, and partners to shape a legacy that will impact generations to come.
The Campaign
The Alma Matter
Keeping a Capital Education Accessible
At Capital, higher education is uniquely personal, preparing students not only for rewarding and meaningful careers, but also to lead fulfilling lives with a positive impact on society. Thanks to the generous support of donors during In Radiant Splendor Shine, we’ve made significant strides in ensuring that this transformative learning experience remains accessible to students from all backgrounds.
While the campaign has officially concluded, the need and the opportunity to support Capital students continues. Your gift today helps sustain the momentum we’ve built and ensures that future generations have access to the same opportunities that defined your Capital experience.
Donor Stories
Funding Levels
Explore the possibilities.
In Radiant Splendor Shine was a comprehensive fundraising campaign that fueled innovation, elevated the learning experience, strengthened community partnerships, and expanded access to a Capital University education for a diverse student population.
Although the campaign has concluded, many of the funding opportunities it highlighted remain available. From scholarships and faculty support to facilities and program enhancements, your gift can continue to create meaningful impact.
Information about current funding priorities and naming opportunities is available upon request. We invite you to explore how you can help build on the legacy established through In Radiant Splendor Shine.
Facilities And Programs
Entire Buildings (New Construction)
Names of buildings present special considerations for naming opportunities. In general a building should be named as directed by a donor if at least 50% of the building cost is contributed.
Building Additions and Renovations
Building additions and renovations need to be considered on a case-by-case basis. Consideration will be given to such matters as type of usage, visibility and traffic flow.
Portions of Buildings
Individual rooms or wings in new or existing buildings such as auditoriums, lecture halls and lobbies, need to be considered on a case-by-case basis. Consideration will be given to such matters as type of usage, visibility and traffic flow.
Unnamed Existing Buildings
Currently unnamed buildings may be named by the establishment of an endowment, equivalent to 12.5% of the fair market value of the building.
Relocation or Replacement
The name on an existing facility will remain for the life of the building. The name on a facility to be demolished will not be transferred to a new facility except in such cases when a useful facility is relocated to serve the greater interest of the university.
Named Colleges, Schools, Centers, or Institutes
Associating an individual, corporation or foundation name with a college acknowledges great commitment on the part of the donor. The Board reserves the right, after consulting with the president and vice president for the university advancement to approve funding arrangement which best serve the interests of Capital.
Student Awards
One way to ensure your gift has impact is to invest directly in students through a fellowship or scholarship endowment. The availability of financial aid is critical to ensuring a Capital University education remains accessible and affordable.
Named Graduate Fellowships
Provides income to fund fellowships for graduate students.
- Minimum Endowment Gift: $250,000
- Annual Gift: $ 12,500
Endowed Scholarship
Income from this fund will provide financial aid to undergraduate students. Selection criteria will depend upon the donor’s preference and guidelines established by Capital.
- Minimum Endowment Gift: $25,000
Faculty Awards
To maintain our high standard of academic excellence, Capital University must be able to attract and retain the best and brightest – visionary leaders, innovative educators, and trusted mentors dedicated to unlocking student potential.
Dean’s Endowed Chair
A dean’s endowed chair will enable the university to honor or recruit an outstanding scholar who has demonstrated the potential of making exceptional contributions to his/her discipline and will serve as Dean of a university college.
- Minimum Endowment Gift: $2.5 million
Endowed Chair or Director
An endowed chair will enable the university to honor or recruit an outstanding scholar who has demonstrated the potential of making exceptional contributions to his/her discipline. Provides income toward an outstanding faculty member’s salary and related expenses, including research and professional conferences, and who serves as chair of a department.
- Minimum Endowment Gift: $1.5 million
Distinguished Endowed Professorship
A distinguished professorship will enable the university to honor or recruit an outstanding scholar who has demonstrated the potential of making exceptional contributions to his/her discipline. Income from the endowment will provide support toward salary, professional development, related research and program expenses.
- Minimum Endowment Gift: $750,000
Visiting Professorship
Provides income to apply toward the annual salary of a visiting professor. These professorships will allow the university to benefit from talent which would otherwise be unavailable to Capital.
- Minimum Endowment Gift: $500,000
Emerging Faculty Award
Provides income to apply toward the annual salary and teaching/research expenses of an outstanding young faculty scholar. These funds will enable Capital to attract and retain the most promising young professors. (Age: 40 or younger)
- Minimum Endowment Gift: $250,000
Endowed Lectureship
Provides income for distinguished lecturers to be brought to campus:
- Minimum Endowment Gift: $100,000
Faculty Research and Development Fund
Provides an annual award to enhance a faculty member’s teaching and research activities:
- Minimum Endowment Gift: $100,000
Your support is an investment in a brighter future.