# Ep. 61: New Game, New Rules, and Rewriting Student Philanthropy

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Podcast: [Talking Tactics](https://stenobird.com/podcast/talking-tactics-6399040)
Published: 2025-10-28T07:00:00+00:00
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## Resource

What happens when a fundraiser decides to end one of higher ed’s most sacred traditions—the senior giving campaign? In this episode, Safaniya sits down with Alex Rodríguez from UC Berkeley, who made the bold move to shut it down and rebuild student giving from the ground up. From pandemic pivots to Mario-inspired metaphors, Alex shares how he turned a once-obligatory tradition into a culture of authentic student philanthropy. Tune in to hear how rethinking generosity, meeting students where they are, and redefining “giving” beyond dollars changed the game entirely.

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