ChatGPT is seemingly taking the world by storm—considered by many to be as revolutionary as the introduction of search engines. Currents checks in with advancement data pro, Daniel Hadley, who shares his expert understanding of ChatGPT and how it can benefit advancement teams, along with words of caution.

In the world of advancement, participation rate measures how many people in a particular constituency make a gift to a campaign or annual fund. Schools tend to look at parent and alumni participation rates—but participation rates don’t tell the full picture of an institution’s fundraising progress and health. It’s an indicative data point—but not necessarily one that will predict future performance. Instead of over-relying on participation rates, schools fundraisers should ask five questions to examine other data points and broaden their perspective. 

Deborah Trumble shares what led her to the role of Senior Director of Research at CASE.

Giving to U.S. higher education institutions rose 12.5% in the fiscal year ending June 30, 2022, according to the Council for Advancement and Support of Education Insights on Voluntary Support of Education survey findings released today. Total support reached $59.50 billion, up from $52.90 billion in 2021.