VUJ Foundation

10/13/2026

Strong partnerships create even stronger outcomes!

We are so appreciative and grateful to have such a strong partnership with the Jasper Strassenfest! With this partnership, we are able to continue and fuel our Scholastic Excellence Award—giving local students the opportunity to pursue higher education right here at Vincennes University Jasper.

Thanks to this year's Strassenfest and Half Pot raffle—which reached an amazing total of over $150,000.00—an incredible $37,653.61 was allocated back to us! This impact directly supports approximately 7 to 9 local students on their academic journey.

Thank you to everyone who purchased tickets, attended the festival, and supported local education!

10/12/2026

Last week, we gathered at The Next Chapter for a wonderful opportunity to reconnect with fellow alumni and staff. It was great to meet some of our fellow alumni, hear about their journeys as Trailblazers, and learn more about what they’re up to today.

We’d also like to extend a special thank you to The Next Chapter for their warm hospitality and for welcoming us into their wonderful shop.

10/08/2026

Did you know today is National DAF Day?

A Donor-Advised Fund (DAF) is a simple, flexible, and tax-efficient way to support the organizations that you care about. You contribute to the fund, receive an immediate tax benefit, and recommend grants over time to non-profits like Vincennes University Jasper.

When you recommend a grant to VU Jasper, you are doing more than supporting higher education—you are directly funding student success, hands-on learning, and career readiness.

Let's celebrate generosity by driving impact today, building a legacy tomorrow!

10/07/2026

The wait is almost over! Swing by The Next Chapter tomorrow morning and support a local business by grabbing your favorite brew at the counter, then join us for conversation, networking, as well as VU Foundation and VU Jasper Foundation updates!

And remember there’s a bonus! 🎉 The first 70 guests will receive a complimentary VU Foundation & Alumni coffee mug!

10/01/2026

Consider this your sign to join us as we are only ONE WEEK AWAY from our VU Alumni social! 🎉

📍Stop by The Next Chapter next Thursday and grab yourself a special little treat—we can’t wait to see you there!

09/29/2026

Happy National Coffee Day! ☕️

While we won’t be celebrating today, we’d love for you to join us next Thursday at The Next Chapter for a chance to reconnect with one another and learn more about the incredible work happening at Vincennes University.

And there’s a bonus! 🎉 The first 70 guests will receive a complimentary VU Foundation & Alumni coffee mug!

We hope to see you there! Come grab a cup, connect with fellow VU friends, and learn more about how we’re making a difference together.

09/17/2026

We're gathering at The Next Chapter — support a local business by grabbing your favorite brew at the counter, then join us for conversation, networking, as well as VU Foundation and VU Jasper Foundation updates!

This is the perfect opportunity to reconnect with fellow alumni, but also interact with some of the new leadership at VU Jasper.

📅 Thursday, October 8 | 8:00 AM – 10:00 AM
📍 The Next Chapter, 519 Main St. Jasper, IN

09/16/2026

☕ Calling all VU & VUJ Trailblazers! 💙💛

Start your morning with good coffee, great conversation, and valuable connections! Join us for an alumni networking morning and catch up on the exciting things happening.

Here’s what’s brewing:
Meet and connect with local VU & VUJ alumni
Get to know some of the new leadership at VU Jasper
Hear updates on how the Foundation is supporting today’s Trailblazers

📅 When: Thursday, October 8 | 8:00 AM – 10:00 AM

📍 Where: The Next Chapter (519 Main St. - Jasper, IN)

Whether you only have 10 minutes for a quick cup or want to stick around for the whole morning, we’d love to see you there!

Tag a fellow Trailblazer in the comments and let them know! 👇

09/14/2026

We are thrilled to officially welcome Dr. Travis Madison as the new Assistant Vice President and Dean of Vincennes University Jasper! 🎉

Please join us in giving Dr. Madison a warm VU Jasper welcome in the comments below!

We extend our enthusiastic congratulations to Dr. Travis Madison on his appointment as the new Assistant Vice President and Dean of VU Jasper.

He brings extensive expertise in career and technical education, dual enrollment, regional employer partnerships, and K-12 education to VUJ.

Link to full story in comments

09/10/2026

VU & VUJ alumni, let’s connect! Join us for a morning of coffee, conversation, networking, and Foundation updates.

Discover how the Foundation is helping shape the future for today’s Trailblazers while getting to know some of the new leadership at VU Jasper. 💙💛

📅 Thursday, October 8 | 8:00 AM – 10:00 AM
📍 The Next Chapter, 519 Main St. Jasper, IN

Swing by for a quick cup or stay for the conversation!