Institutional Advancement
The Division of Institutional Advancement works to further public
understanding and recognition of UC Santa Barbara and its
important mission as a leading research university, and to
develop support for the institution, politically as well as
financially. The division's departments are responsible for
an extraordinary range of activities that provide the framework
for building strong support and lasting relationships with
a variety of constituencies, including alumni, community members,
donors, lawmakers, the media, parents, and friends.
Vice Chancellor's Office Oversees and coordinates the operations and activities of the division.
Alumni Affairs/Alumni Association Operating from the new Mosher Alumni House, the alumni
organization leads efforts to engage UCSB's 155,000 alumni through reunions, regional events, scholarship fund raising, and advocacy
activities.
Community Relations Links the campus to the community through a variety of special events and programs and
maintains a comprehensive directory of UCSB's wide-ranging public service activities.
Development Office Leads the campus's efforts to encourage and secure private financial support from
alumni and friends, corporations, and foundations.
Economic Forecast Project Provides regional economic data, analysis, and forecasts to the
community through seminars, publications, and other services.
Governmental Relations Serves as UCSB's liaison to federal, state and local elected officials
and public agencies and tracks legislative issues that involve the campus and higher education.
Public Affairs and Communications Tells the important story of UCSB to the public and strives to generate
press coverage of the people, programs, and activities that distinguish the campus.
Public Events Plans and orchestrates major campus events, including Parents' and Family Weekend and all commencement exercises.
The Campaign for UC Santa Barbara Represents all of the current fund-raising activities being undertaken
to ensure UCSB's excellence for future generations.
UC Santa Barbara Foundation Actively promotes and encourages private philanthropy for the
advancement of UC Santa Barbara and manages donated resources.