The President’s Society is an esteemed group of alumni, parents, and friends who are passionately dedicated to Otterbein University. By contributing $5,000 or more annually, the members of the society play a vital role in advancing the university’s strategic priorities and making a meaningful impact on the future of education. 

Members of the President’s Society receive: 

• Personal acknowledgments from university leadership, expressing our gratitude for your generous support.  
• Exclusive updates and insights into university events and accomplishments from President John Comerford.  
• Monthly Cardinal eNews, keeping you connected to our community.  
• Invitations to unique event experiences and special commemorative gifts that celebrate our mission. 

Since 1847, Otterbein has been an inclusive community dedicated to educating the whole person and prepare graduates to think deeply and broadly, engage locally and globally, and advance their professions and communities.  These highest priorities are supported by the leadership of President John Comerford, Ph.D.

Our President’s Society members help to advance Otterbein’s strategic priorities and goals: 

• Provide a forward-thinking, quality education, that integrates an innovative general education program, disciplinary rigor, and professional preparation for all students that is inclusive, accessible, and affordable. 

• Enhance student development through innovative, broad-based academic and co-curricular opportunities that build campus connections and community. 

• Advance the public good through intentional educational programming and purposeful connections to community needs. 

• Build strategic partnerships to grow our reputation, build revenue, and maintain relevancy to benefit students. 

• Attract, retain, and support a professionally active faculty and staff who believe in our mission and values, put students first, and represent the diversity of our community. 

• Improve financial and operational strength by enhancing student enrollment and retention, identifying operational efficiencies, and growing a supportive donor base. 

Join us in making a transformational difference at Otterbein. Your support is not just a contribution; it is an investment in the future of our students and the communities they will serve.