Fairfield University
Fairfield University is a private Jesuit university located in Fairfield, Connecticut, that also acts as a registered investment entity for management of part of its endowment. The investment fund operation relates primarily to the endowment and supports the university’s academic mission. Its portfolio disclosures are filed with the SEC and consist mainly of broad-based ETFs. The student-managed investment fund (SMIF) involves around 45 students from the Dolan School of Business who actively manage a segment of the school’s endowment, providing experiential education in portfolio management.
Investment Strategy
The investment approach is diversified and primarily utilizes broad-market ETFs, including the Vanguard S&P 500 ETF, Vanguard Real Estate ETF, and international ETFs. This indicates a passive, long-term investment strategy focused on risk-mitigated growth, global markets, and sector diversification. Educational sub-portfolios like the Student Managed Investment Fund emphasize hands-on analysis, value investing, and responsible stewardship, integrating academic learning with real-world finance.
Top Holdings
Equity Positions (3)
| Ticker | Security | Weight | Market Value | Shares | Avg Cost | Price | Change (QoQ) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
V VOO | VANGUARD S&P 500 ETF | 86.70% | $157.1M | 276,488 | $465.46 | $568.03 | +$6.4M |
V VNQ | VANGUARD INDEX FDS | 10.30% | $18.7M | 209,555 | $112.48 | $89.06 | -$125.8K |
S SPDW | SPDR PORTFOLIO DEVELOPED WORLD | 2.99% | $5.4M | 133,924 | $35.66 | $40.49 | -$20.1M |