Mission
The
1833 Society unites those who have a common commitment to an uncommon
institution -- Kalamazoo College. It also perpetuates a 166-year tradition
of service and philanthropy of those who have been keystones of the
College. The mission of The 1833 Society is threefold:
- To cultivate
local, national, and international awareness of the unique education
offered by Kalamazoo College
- To continue a
strong tradition of philanthropy as dependable support for student
scholarship assistance
- To encourage
benefactors to serve as College ambassadors, actively promoting the
College and its goals
1833 Society Membership
Unrestricted
gifts of $1,000 and above establish membership in The 1833 Society.
Annual support at this level is the very foundation of Kalamazoo College.
Like the acorns that have matured into the mighty oak trees that grow
so stately across the College's campus, gifts represent the seeds of
growth for the students who will benefit directly from a Kalamazoo College
education.
The
1833 Scholars Society recognizes the College's
commitment to providing scholarship assistance to worthy and deserving
students. ($19,800 -- current level of tuition -- and above)
Charles
C. Bowen served the College for more than
25 years as a dedicated member and Chairman of the Board of Trustees.
His generosity provided for the construction of Bowen Hall, heart of
the College for more than half a century. ($10,000 to $19,799)
Mary S.
Mandelle learned of the College through a
friend on the Board of Trustees. The largest benefactor of her time,
she is best remembered for Mandelle Hall. Originally the College library,
it now serves as the administration building. ($5,000 to $9,999)
Frank R.
Welles, a resident of Paris, developed a warm
friendship with President Slocum. Over the years he made significant
annual gifts to enhance the College's library collection. The construction
of Welles Hall was made possible by a gift from his estate. ($2,500
to $4,999)
Winifred
Dewing Wallace, a Kalamazoo Native, was a
longtime member of the Women's Council. The Dewing trust provided the
funds for Dewing Hall, which is still in use as a classroom and faculty
office building. ($1,000 to $2,499)
1833 Society
Leadership
The 1833 Society
was established in 1987. The following alumni have served as presidents
since its founding:
Mary Frances Miller
Patton '36
1987 - 1989
Genevieve Wildermuth
Connable '28
1989 - 1991
Lester L. Coleman
III and Joyce Kirk Coleman '65, '66
1991 - 1994
B. Thomas Smith
Jr. and Mary Lou Schofield Smith '55, '55
1994 - 1996
James A. Robideau
'76
1996 - 1999
Jonathon Rosenberg
'78
1999 - 2001
James A. Robideau
'76
2001 -
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