Telling the Taylor Story

Telling the Taylor Story requires an investment in resources that will increase our engagement with all constituent groups and allow us to reach a larger segment of the Christian world.

We want more people to know Taylor University and the excellent Christ-centered, student-focused education we provide.

  • Construct a new welcome center in the heart of campus extending hospitality to thousands of visitors each year.
  • Steward the University’s brand to increase the confidence of alumni and parents in recommending Taylor to prospective students.
  • Increase our digital engagement to articulate Taylor’s unique strengths within the competitive higher education marketplace.

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$51.1M

As of November 2024

$60M Goal

Thank You, Taylor Family!

Horne Academic Center

In October 2024, alumni, family, and friends dedicated Taylor’s newest academic building in 10 years. The Horne Academic Center is a 45,000-square-foot, $30 million facility that was funded entirely through philanthropic dollars and represents a significant investment in the future of education at Taylor. It's home to two signature programs: award-winning Film and Media Arts  and the Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship (CIE).

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Film & Media Arts

This growing program has over 1,000 external awards and recognitions. Film & Media Arts graduates work in Hollywood, corporate media, advertising and creative marketing agencies, and not-for-profit and ministry organizations.

Center for Innovation & Entrepreneurship

The Vandermeulen Innovation Hub addresses a growing demand of students for entrepreneurial experiences, unifies innovation and entrepreneurship on campus, and allows the University to initiate new partnerships that will spur significant development in our region and beyond.

We extend our heartfelt gratitude to the generous donors whose support made this project possible and to Taylor’s academic leadership for their vision. We eagerly anticipate how this new facility will enrich our students’ educational journeys and contribute to advancing God’s work in the world.

Life to the Full: Give Where Needed Most

Fund the most strategic initiatives with the greatest impact in the Life to the Full campaign. With partners who are passionate about our vision, we can be the leading Christ-centered, student-focused university, committed to carrying the light and faith of Christ to a world in need.

We are thankful for the generosity of so many during the leadership phase of the campaign, driving us to a total of $275 million. We invite alumni, parents, and friends to join this campaign that will have a generational impact on Taylor and the Kingdom of God around the world.

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Welcome Center

Providing an Engaging Visitor Experience in the Heart of Campus

A Welcome Center will catalyze Taylor’s ability to attract prospective students by showcasing the Taylor experience in memorable ways for prospective students and their families. Within the increasingly competitive higher education landscape, a gateway into the life and culture of Taylor is one way to set ourselves apart from similar institutions and will demonstrate the engaging campus culture that defines Taylor’s Life to the Full experience.

Funds Secured

Thanks to generous donors like you, we have secured funds to support these impactful projects.
 

The Taylor Brand

We reimagined imagery and messaging in ways that would help elevate the distinctives of the University.

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Annual Alumni & Parent Events

Regional events to reconnect with the University and introduce Taylor to new students.

Outreach & Connections through Church Relations

Partner with churches that have the potential to impact enrollment.

Extend the Taylor Brand through Digital Outreach

Significantly increase our digital engagement with prospective students, alumni, parents, and supporters.

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Elevate Campus Aesthetics

Improvements across campus to refresh outdated areas.

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Initiatives

 

Digital Learning Labs

Investments in key spaces in Reade, Rupp, and Euler that will elevate our outreach efforts to all constituents.