{"id":832,"date":"2018-08-20T15:14:45","date_gmt":"2018-08-20T15:14:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.missouriwestern.edu\/campaign\/?page_id=832"},"modified":"2018-09-24T20:16:09","modified_gmt":"2018-09-24T20:16:09","slug":"faq","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.missouriwestern.edu\/campaign\/faq\/","title":{"rendered":"Frequently Asked Questions"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-1 nonhundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling\" style=\"background-color: rgba(255,255,255,0);background-position: center center;background-repeat: no-repeat;padding-top:0px;padding-right:30px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:30px;margin-bottom: 0px;margin-top: 0px;border-width: 0px 0px 0px 0px;border-color:#eae9e9;border-style:solid;\" ><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-0 fusion_builder_column_2_3 2_3 fusion-two-third fusion-column-first\" style=\"width:66.666666666667%;width:calc(66.666666666667% - ( ( 4% ) * 0.66666666666667 ) );margin-right: 4%;margin-top:0px;margin-bottom:20px;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-flex-column-wrapper-legacy\" style=\"background-position:left top;background-repeat:no-repeat;-webkit-background-size:cover;-moz-background-size:cover;-o-background-size:cover;background-size:cover;padding: 0px 0px 0px 0px;\"><style type=\"text\/css\">#accordion-832-1 .fusion-panel:hover, #accordion-832-1 .fusion-panel.hover{ background-color: #f9f9f9 } #accordion-832-1 .fusion-panel { border-color:#cccccc; border-width:1px; background-color:#ffffff; }.fusion-accordian  #accordion-832-1 .panel-title a .fa-fusion-box{ color: #ffffff;}.fusion-accordian  #accordion-832-1 .panel-title a .fa-fusion-box:before{ font-size: 13px; width: 13px;}.fusion-accordian  #accordion-832-1 .panel-title a{font-size:18px;}.fusion-accordian  #accordion-832-1 .fa-fusion-box { background-color: #333333;border-color: #333333;}.fusion-accordian  #accordion-832-1 .panel-title a:hover, #accordion-832-1 .fusion-toggle-boxed-mode:hover .panel-title a { color: #3a3a3a;}.fusion-accordian  #accordion-832-1 .panel-title .active .fa-fusion-box,.fusion-accordian  #accordion-832-1 .panel-title a:hover .fa-fusion-box { background-color: #3a3a3a!important;border-color: #3a3a3a!important;}<\/style><div class=\"accordian fusion-accordian\"><div class=\"panel-group\" id=\"accordion-832-1\" role=\"tablist\"><div class=\"fusion-panel panel-default fusion-toggle-no-divider fusion-toggle-boxed-mode\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-heading\"><h4 class=\"panel-title toggle\"><a aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-selected=\"false\" aria-controls=\"ad534d3e389e4b092\" role=\"tab\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-parent=\"#accordion-832-1\" data-target=\"#ad534d3e389e4b092\" href=\"#ad534d3e389e4b092\"><span class=\"fusion-toggle-icon-wrapper\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><i class=\"fa-fusion-box\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/span><span class=\"fusion-toggle-heading\">How does this campaign help 大象传媒 Western?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div><div id=\"ad534d3e389e4b092\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse \"><div class=\"panel-body toggle-content fusion-clearfix\">\n<p>The campaign will address as many of 大象传媒 Western\u2019s long-range needs as possible during the five-year effort. By supporting this campaign, your investment will directly help every department by expanding support for facilities, student scholarships and emerging needs. As these goals are accomplished, additional needs will be addressed campus-wide. Although most donors are likely to leave their gifts unrestricted, you may designate your gifts towards other university needs.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-panel panel-default fusion-toggle-no-divider fusion-toggle-boxed-mode\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-heading\"><h4 class=\"panel-title toggle\"><a aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-selected=\"false\" aria-controls=\"4066c31189b1d6a80\" role=\"tab\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-parent=\"#accordion-832-1\" data-target=\"#4066c31189b1d6a80\" href=\"#4066c31189b1d6a80\"><span class=\"fusion-toggle-icon-wrapper\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><i class=\"fa-fusion-box\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/span><span class=\"fusion-toggle-heading\">How will my gift be used? Can I choose how it is used?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div><div id=\"4066c31189b1d6a80\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse \"><div class=\"panel-body toggle-content fusion-clearfix\">Undesignated gifts to the campaign will be used to meet all of the campaign goals outlined in the fact sheet. Although most donors are likely to leave their gifts undesignated, you may designate your gifts towards one of the goals. To designate your gift, please write your intent on your pledge form.<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-panel panel-default fusion-toggle-no-divider fusion-toggle-boxed-mode\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-heading\"><h4 class=\"panel-title toggle\"><a aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-selected=\"false\" aria-controls=\"afa7f90dc9dcbd034\" role=\"tab\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-parent=\"#accordion-832-1\" data-target=\"#afa7f90dc9dcbd034\" href=\"#afa7f90dc9dcbd034\"><span class=\"fusion-toggle-icon-wrapper\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><i class=\"fa-fusion-box\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/span><span class=\"fusion-toggle-heading\">I\u2019m already a member of the Western League for Excellence or I already contribute to the 大象传媒 Western Annual Fund. Will this count as my campaign gift as well?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div><div id=\"afa7f90dc9dcbd034\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse \"><div class=\"panel-body toggle-content fusion-clearfix\">\n<p>All gifts received through the 大象传媒 Western Annual Fund between January 1, 2015 and December 31, 2020 will be counted toward the Ongoing Needs goal. This includes gifts made annually through membership in the Western League for Excellence. Annual, undesignated gifts provide flexible funds to many of the programs and priorities on campus that do not receive regular designated support. We ask our benefactors to continue their annual support throughout the campaign period and consider an additional, stretch gift to address the other campaign goals.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-panel panel-default fusion-toggle-no-divider fusion-toggle-boxed-mode\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-heading\"><h4 class=\"panel-title toggle\"><a aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-selected=\"false\" aria-controls=\"20b455d6e7bb9da95\" role=\"tab\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-parent=\"#accordion-832-1\" data-target=\"#20b455d6e7bb9da95\" href=\"#20b455d6e7bb9da95\"><span class=\"fusion-toggle-icon-wrapper\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><i class=\"fa-fusion-box\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/span><span class=\"fusion-toggle-heading\">Do I have to make a five-year pledge?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div><div id=\"20b455d6e7bb9da95\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse \"><div class=\"panel-body toggle-content fusion-clearfix\">\n<p>Five-year pledges allow donors to consider giving more than is possible through \u201cone-time\u201d gifts with less strain on your budget. Any commitment is easier to make if we know we can do it over time.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-panel panel-default fusion-toggle-no-divider fusion-toggle-boxed-mode\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-heading\"><h4 class=\"panel-title toggle\"><a aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-selected=\"false\" aria-controls=\"e1077d3386b33523c\" role=\"tab\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-parent=\"#accordion-832-1\" data-target=\"#e1077d3386b33523c\" href=\"#e1077d3386b33523c\"><span class=\"fusion-toggle-icon-wrapper\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><i class=\"fa-fusion-box\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/span><span class=\"fusion-toggle-heading\">Is my pledge legally binding? Will it be confidential?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div><div id=\"e1077d3386b33523c\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse \"><div class=\"panel-body toggle-content fusion-clearfix\">\n<p>No, a pledge is a gift, one you consider to be meaningful to you. You can revise your pledge should your circumstances require it. All we ask is that you do your best and advise us if you wish to change your pledge. All pledges will be kept as confidential as possible. Only the people responsible for maintaining the records will have access to your pledge.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-panel panel-default fusion-toggle-no-divider fusion-toggle-boxed-mode\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-heading\"><h4 class=\"panel-title toggle\"><a aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-selected=\"false\" aria-controls=\"f32c77ed64e71df51\" role=\"tab\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-parent=\"#accordion-832-1\" data-target=\"#f32c77ed64e71df51\" href=\"#f32c77ed64e71df51\"><span class=\"fusion-toggle-icon-wrapper\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><i class=\"fa-fusion-box\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/span><span class=\"fusion-toggle-heading\">Are there other ways I can pay my pledge?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div><div id=\"f32c77ed64e71df51\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse \"><div class=\"panel-body toggle-content fusion-clearfix\">\n<p>Yes, 大象传媒 Western can send reminders through the mail based upon the terms selected (e.g., monthly, quarterly, etc.) on the pledge form. A return envelope will be included.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-panel panel-default fusion-toggle-no-divider fusion-toggle-boxed-mode\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-heading\"><h4 class=\"panel-title toggle\"><a aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-selected=\"false\" aria-controls=\"10feafd99c5ceb8b3\" role=\"tab\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-parent=\"#accordion-832-1\" data-target=\"#10feafd99c5ceb8b3\" href=\"#10feafd99c5ceb8b3\"><span class=\"fusion-toggle-icon-wrapper\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><i class=\"fa-fusion-box\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/span><span class=\"fusion-toggle-heading\">Can I change my pledge payment time frame?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div><div id=\"10feafd99c5ceb8b3\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse \"><div class=\"panel-body toggle-content fusion-clearfix\">\n<p>Yes, just notify the University Advancement Office in Spratt Hall 111, or (816) 271-5647.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-panel panel-default fusion-toggle-no-divider fusion-toggle-boxed-mode\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-heading\"><h4 class=\"panel-title toggle\"><a aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-selected=\"false\" aria-controls=\"292a3329a6ae3bfb3\" role=\"tab\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-parent=\"#accordion-832-1\" data-target=\"#292a3329a6ae3bfb3\" href=\"#292a3329a6ae3bfb3\"><span class=\"fusion-toggle-icon-wrapper\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><i class=\"fa-fusion-box\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/span><span class=\"fusion-toggle-heading\">How can I make a gift of stock?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div><div id=\"292a3329a6ae3bfb3\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse \"><div class=\"panel-body toggle-content fusion-clearfix\">\n<p>On the pledge form, indicate your preferred method of giving and complete the information.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-panel panel-default fusion-toggle-no-divider fusion-toggle-boxed-mode\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-heading\"><h4 class=\"panel-title toggle\"><a aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-selected=\"false\" aria-controls=\"59b3c1371cf7fc1d1\" role=\"tab\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-parent=\"#accordion-832-1\" data-target=\"#59b3c1371cf7fc1d1\" href=\"#59b3c1371cf7fc1d1\"><span class=\"fusion-toggle-icon-wrapper\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><i class=\"fa-fusion-box\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/span><span class=\"fusion-toggle-heading\">Can trust and estate gifts be made to the Centennial Capital Campaign?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div><div id=\"59b3c1371cf7fc1d1\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse \"><div class=\"panel-body toggle-content fusion-clearfix\">\n<p>Yes, trust and estate gifts can be made. Because the needs of the campaign require immediate funding, gifts of cash and securities are generally sought. If you offer a planned gift, you will be referred to the Development Office to discuss the options available in making such a gift.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-panel panel-default fusion-toggle-no-divider fusion-toggle-boxed-mode\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-heading\"><h4 class=\"panel-title toggle\"><a aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-selected=\"false\" aria-controls=\"779392c991b44e971\" role=\"tab\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-parent=\"#accordion-832-1\" data-target=\"#779392c991b44e971\" href=\"#779392c991b44e971\"><span class=\"fusion-toggle-icon-wrapper\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><i class=\"fa-fusion-box\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/span><span class=\"fusion-toggle-heading\">To what extent are campaign commitments tax deductible?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div><div id=\"779392c991b44e971\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse \"><div class=\"panel-body toggle-content fusion-clearfix\">\n<p>Gifts to the campaign are tax deductible to the fullest extent of the law. The application of such laws vary with individual circumstances. If you have specific questions regarding tax deductibility, you should contact your tax advisor. All gifts should be made payable to 大象传媒 Foundation, a 501(c)3 public charity.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-clearfix\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-1 fusion_builder_column_1_3 1_3 fusion-one-third fusion-column-last\" style=\"width:33.333333333333%;width:calc(33.333333333333% - ( ( 4% ) * 0.33333333333333 ) );margin-top:0px;margin-bottom:20px;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-flex-column-wrapper-legacy\" style=\"background-position:left top;background-repeat:no-repeat;-webkit-background-size:cover;-moz-background-size:cover;-o-background-size:cover;background-size:cover;background-color:#ffc700;padding: 15px 15px 15px 15px;\"><style type=\"text\/css\"><\/style><div class=\"fusion-title title fusion-title-1 fusion-sep-none fusion-title-center fusion-title-text fusion-title-size-three\" style=\"margin-top:0px;margin-bottom:31px;\"><h3 class=\"title-heading-center\" style=\"margin:0;\">Key Facts about 大象传媒 Western<\/h3><\/div><div class=\"fusion-sep-clear\"><\/div><div class=\"fusion-separator fusion-full-width-sep\" style=\"margin-left: auto;margin-right: auto;margin-top:5px;width:100%;\"><div class=\"fusion-separator-border sep-double\" style=\"border-color:#e0dede;border-top-width:0px;border-bottom-width:0px;\"><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-sep-clear\"><\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-1\" style=\"transform:translate3d(0,0,0);\"><p><b>LOCATIONS<\/b><br \/>Main Campus: St. Joseph, MO<br \/>Northland Campus<br \/>MCC-Penn Valley Campus<br \/>St. Joseph, MO Population: Approximately 76,000<\/p>\n<p><b>ACADEMICS<\/b><br \/>Undergraduate Enrollment: (Fall 2017): 5,321<br \/>Graduate Enrollment: (Fall 2017): 241<br \/>Average ACT Score: 21<br \/>Average Class Size: 16<br \/>Student\/Faculty Ratio: 16:1<br \/>Freshman Retention Rate: 66%<br \/>大象传媒 Western\u2019s graduation rate is 9% higher than its peers<br \/>Degrees &amp; Certificates Granted for 2017-18: 854 degrees and 14 certificates<\/p>\n<p><b>FACULTY &amp; STAFF<\/b><br \/>Full-Time Employees (Benefit-Eligible): 532<br \/>Faculty with Terminal Degree: 86%<\/p>\n<p><b>ACCREDITATION<\/b><br \/>大象传媒 Western is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and is an AQIP Participant.<\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-clearfix\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":0,"parent":0,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.missouriwestern.edu\/campaign\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/832"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.missouriwestern.edu\/campaign\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.missouriwestern.edu\/campaign\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/page"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.missouriwestern.edu\/campaign\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/3"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.missouriwestern.edu\/campaign\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=832"}],"version-history":[{"count":7,"href":"https:\/\/www.missouriwestern.edu\/campaign\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/832\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":989,"href":"https:\/\/www.missouriwestern.edu\/campaign\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/832\/revisions\/989"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.missouriwestern.edu\/campaign\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=832"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}