Featured Student
Harleigh Price – Class of 2020
• Morgan City, Louisiana native
• honors computer art and animation major in the College of the Arts
• Assistant Director of Philanthropy for the Association of Future Alumni
• member of Alpha Lambda Delta and the Society for Collegiate Leadership and Achievement
What do you enjoy about being a student caller?
The ability I have to make an impact on my University and on alumni. It is amazing to hear stories from alumni and be able to share our love for UL Lafayette.
What has surprised you about your experience as a student caller?
The ease of talking with alumni over the phone and being able to relate to anyone from any background based off our experiences at UL Lafayette.
Why is engaging with alumni and friends important for the advancement of the University?
Engaging with alumni is an opportunity to show how important they are to our University. Without our students, past and present, there wouldn’t be a University. The more pride we can instill within alumni and students, the more advanced as a community UL Lafayette will become. This leads to increased philanthropic giving, higher enrollment, and more prestigious degrees.
Why should alumni and friends answer their phones during a UL Lafayette phonathon?
Not only will we be able to update their contact information, but alumni and friends will also get a chance to discuss their experiences at UL Lafayette with a current student and find out about improvements here on campus. We make sure to tell them that they are always welcome to visit their alma mater and learn more about the advancements of the University.
How have your conversations with alumni and friends changed your outlook on your own college experience?
They have made me appreciate my professors, my campus and my friends more than before. Everyone always says how they would have slowed down and enjoyed the moment, and it helps remind me to do the same.
After graduation, how do you plan to be involved with and give back to the University?
I plan to always answer my phone during a phonathon and continue my annual gifts to the College of Arts SPARK Annual Fund that I have already started as a student.
What is the easiest way for alumni and friends to make a gift?
Visit https://www.ullafayettefoundation.org/giving