Shape The Future

You gave shape to the future

Every gift gave shape to a scholarship, a moment of discovery, or a new space where futures begin. Because of you, ideas moved forward and a new generation of change makers now has the foundation to lead — ready to tackle global challenges with confidence and purpose.

Read About the Impact

$147M

raised over three years
11,932

donors to the campaign
44,000+

current student population

Impact Pillars

Access: removing barriers and opening doors

Donors helped create new scholarships, awards and bursaries, ensuring financial need is never a limit to potential

Opportunities: learning beyond the classroom

From research opportunities to global learning experiences, you supported unique moments where bold ideas moved forward

Spaces: environments where students excel

Your support transformed the campus, building the modern, vibrant facilities where futures begin and innovation takes root.

“Your gifts fuel our mission — thank you. Together, we are leading with purpose and impact: advancing bold ideas, expanding opportunity, and building a university that will shape Alberta, Canada and the world for generations to come.”

Bill Flanagan
President and Vice-Chancellor

We Will...

The Shape the Future campaign was fueled by a singular promise: to provide our students with the foundation they need to lead. That promise lives on through the voices of our students—the heroes of this journey.

Representing every faculty and college across the University of Alberta, the 18 stories below reflect the diverse talent and bold ambition of our community. Each student carries a "We Will" statement—a personal commitment to the impact they will make because of your support.

Explore the stories of the change-makers you have empowered: