The Dean’s Circle, founded in 2005, leads the College of Arts and Sciences annual giving effort. It is comprised of alumni and friends who support the college and its departments thorough yearly leadership gifts. These continual thoughtful gifts provide the college with scholarships for talented students, fund field trip opportunities and support lectures by visiting scholars – all which bring to life textbook and classroom lessons. Members also receive a variety of benefits – such as VIP receptions and yearly visits with college leadership. The Dean’s Circle offers four giving categories.