School of Arts & Sciences

Join us—for humanity, ever better.

On Day of Giving, every contribution reflects the power of collective action. As artists, performers, scientists, and scholars, we are united by a shared commitment to creativity, innovation, and educational excellence. When you choose to give to the School of Arts & Sciences (SAS), your gift directly supports scholarships, cutting-edge research, hands-on learning, student-led projects, and world-class faculty.

Challenge spotlight: Today, your contribution goes further! When 200 donors give to any School of Arts & Sciences Fund, an additional $25,000 will be unlocked thanks to the generosity of Sam Thomas ’00, Robert L. and Mary L. Sproull Dean of the School of Arts & Sciences.

Through For Ever Better: The Campaign for the University of Rochester, SAS is shaping a brighter future for scholarship, innovation, and discovery.

• For Brilliant Minds: Your support helps attract and retain world-class faculty, drive pioneering research, equip students with the tools and technologies to think critically, create boldly, and tackle complex challenges.
• For Boundless Opportunities: Scholarships empower URochester’s brightest students to excel—regardless of financial circumstances, while support for research, travel, and experiential learning bridges their education to real-world impact.
• For Thriving Communities: Your generosity fuels programs that bring our values into life—from advancing research and care at Mt. Hope Family Center to expanding educational access through the Rochester Education Justice Initiative and inspiring local high school students through Experiencing Civic Life.

Your Day of Giving gift strengthens a collaborative culture that serves as a model for innovative research and teaching. Together, we can reimagine what’s possible and ensure the School of Arts & Sciences remains a leader in scholarship and discovery.