How to Help Fundraising If you are able – donate personally! In addition to your dues, give to your area of passion in the college. Host meetings or small dinners so fellow arts patrons in your community can meet the dean and learn about the college. Share information about prospective donors, including individuals, corporations, and foundations. Partner with us to solicit donations from other sources. Advocacy In your communities … Learn all you can about our outstanding programs so you can share information about the college Introduce and involve friends, family, colleagues, and UT alumni with the college. Invite them to shows, performances, and special events. Talk about why you are a member of the Fine Arts Advisory Council and what it means to you. In your schools … Connect our Admissions staff with schools and teachers who offer exceptional training in the arts Host regional events for newly accepted students and their parents Contact parents of admitted students to share your experience of the college In leadership circles … Help make the University of Texas administration aware of the importance of the college. The arts are a vital part of a well-rounded university education. Cultivate the interest and involvement of members of the Texas Legislature and other state officials who support the university, arts, and arts education. Facilitate visits with government or community leaders. Advising the Dean Share observations, feedback, and recommendations with the dean. Report on how the college is perceived in your community. Tell us what we do well and what might be improved. Request a meeting with the dean any time you have questions or would like an update on the college.