Be Bold A Campaign for Our Future

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We provide UT San Antonio's advancement professionals and academic leaders with a variety of custom trainings, professional development workshops, and collaborative experiences.

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We will empower you to better understand the world of fundraising in higher education, offering expertise from UT San Antonio Advancement and Alumni Engagement and other entities.

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We can strengthen our culture of philanthropy across the UT San Antonio community and further drive our university toward a bold future together.

Advancing Together

The UT San Antonio Advancement Institute offers education and training geared toward enhancing your skills as an Advancement and Alumni Engagement professional involved in all aspects of philanthropy and engagement.


Academic leaders and university partners are invited to participate in select professional development events throughout the year.

Signature Trainings

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CliftonStrengths Workshops

Learn about your strengths as well as the strengths of your colleagues to help enhance communication, engagement, and overall job satisfaction.


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One Team, One Future – AAE Integration Sessions

Participate in interactive sessions designed to strengthen collaboration across Advancement & Alumni Engagement. Topics will highlight institutional priorities, constituent insights, and opportunities for cross-team partnership, building a shared foundation for our future as one advancement organization.


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Development Roundtable Topic Series

Join sessions covering a variety of topics such as managing donor portfolios, partnering with faculty members, discussing gift agreements with donors, and incorporating digital donor engagement.




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Coffee & Courageous Conversations

Participate in engaging discussions that help build a sense of belonging for all employees while enhancing engagement, satisfaction and productivity.

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Advancement Services Open House

Weekly open house hosted by members of Advancement Services. This session serves as an opportunity for AAE members to ask specific questions about NXT, portfolios, gift recording, and more. Specialized trainings will be offered periodically; topics will be shared in advance.


Join us for our upcoming
Signature Trainings

Faculty Resources

Join the Elective Learning Faculty Fundraising Program: A hyper-focused training program for higher education faculty interested in raising funds for their own research.

Upcoming Webinars

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CASE® Mailed It! Advanced Email Strategy and Writing

Join us for the CASE® workshop to master the art of impactful email communication. Learn five proven techniques to write emails that get read, clicked, and acted on. Discover how trusted sender names, clear subject lines, and scannable design boost engagement. No fancy tech needed. Just smart strategy and simple, effective writing.
Modality: Virtual

Friday, October 3, 2025
12:00 pm – 2:00 pm

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CASE® Monthly Membership Webinar

All UT San Antonio AAE employees have access to CASE. Participate in this session to maximize your membership. You’ll have the chance to ask questions directly to CASE staff and learn how to get more involved. Don’t miss this opportunity to unlock the full potential of your CASE membership!
Modality: Virtual

Wednesday, October 15, 2025
12:00 pm

On Demand Trainings

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Council for Advancement and Support of Education (CASE) Resources

Access on-demand webinars, subject guides, samples, articles, and more.

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Evertrue: 10 Ways AI will change Advancement

Learn about the impact that AI will have on your work in advancement.

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Advancement Resources

Explore webinars, blogs, samples, and so much more to help enhance your work in advancement.

Other Resources

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UT System Advancement Academy

Participate in professional development programs offered to all advancement professionals, from entry-level newcomers to senior executives.

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UT San Antonio People Excellence Professional Development

Explore a variety of training on topics such as leadership, personal and professional development, computer skills, administrative skills, safety, and more. Sessions are offered in-person, virtually, and on-demand.

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LinkedIn Learning

Access a variety of courses, explore best practices, and gain new knowledge.

Do you have suggestions for additional training topics?

Email our Senior Director of Advancement Talent Management, Genevieve Tobias, for more information.