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Look to Women brings together visionary philanthropists who believe business education can unlock opportunity, strengthen communities, and shape a more inclusive global economy. As part of the University of Michigan’s Look to Michigan campaign, this initiative aims to build a $50 million collective investment that advances the Ross School of Business mission and expands pathways for future leaders. This is not a traditional donor society; it is a founding circle designed for connection, influence, and lasting impact.

Expanded Access

Transformational scholarships and fellowships

Funding Innovation

Entrepreneurship and new ideas at Michigan Ross

Building Mentorship

Leaders connect with Ross students

Elevating Leaders

Leadership development and student success

Lead Nationally 

A model for collaborative, high-impact philanthropy

Give $1 million or more to support Michigan Ross during the Look to Michigan campaign to join this incredible group of philanthropists.

 

Members of Look to Women will have opportunities to:

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Champion

Support higher education for all business school students through a significant philanthropic gift.

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Connect

Join a national network of accomplished peers committed to advancing leadership and strengthening business education.

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Advise

Serve as thought partners to Ross leadership as the initiative grows.

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Mentor

Beginning Fall 2026, members may opt into a structured 1:1 mentorship with a Michigan Ross student.

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Engage

Participate in exclusive academic and social gatherings on- and off-campus.

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I hope to help level the playing field for people to achieve the highest levels of success in their business careers. I also call upon scholarship recipients to pay it forward in their own careers by continuing to promote the role of women in the business world.
Cynthia C. Hammersley, MBA ’89
I am incredibly grateful to have received an MBA from the Ross School of Business, and I am honored that I can help other people do the same through our scholarship. I think this fundraising initiative is an exciting opportunity to harness our collective power to make a long-term positive impact on the school and its students.
Michele T. Takei, MBA ’74

How to Give

Now is the time to make an impact in a way that matters to you. Establish your legacy through Michigan Ross by giving back through Look to Women. 

Contact [email protected] to discuss becoming a donor.