The Office of University Relations works with a broad range of constituents to help Sewanee meet its financial needs and institutional goals. To contact a staff member, click here or reach out directly using the listing below.
As Vice President for University Relations, Debbie works tirelessly to ensure that the University meets its financial goals with respect to charitable contributions. She heads a professional team with responsibility for marketing, alumni relations, donor relations, and institutional relations, and she inspires the entire University Relations team to do their best for Sewanee.
As Associate Vice President for Alumni Relations & Parent Programs, Susan plays a central role in planning and executing events and programs, both on and off campus, for our alumni, current and prospective students, their families, and other University friends.
As Associate Vice President for Advancement, Terri supervises a great team of people in institutional and individual donor relations, church relations, major gifts, and content strategy. She additionally oversees the 45th and 50th reunion classes and Exornati alumni.
As Associate Vice President for Athletics - Major Gifts, Robert works to cultivate individual philanthropy for Sewanee's athletic programs. In his role, he travels the country on behalf of Sewanee to discover, grow, and build long-lasting relationships for the betterment of the University and its athletic department.
As Prospect Strategy & Advancement Data Analyst, Renee maintains the Advancement Office moves management system of donors and prospects.
As Executive Assistant to the Vice President for University Relations, Heather provides high-level administrative and project management support to Vice President for University Relations Deborah Vaughn, while facilitating communication among the entire University Relations team.
As Assistant Director of Alumni, Annual Giving, Trustee & Church Relations for The School of Theology, Mary Catherine assists with the seminary's annual cycle of fundraising, coordinates the monthly Theolog Gazette newsletter, maintains Sewanee Theologs social media channels, supports trustee relations, and facilitates a variety of special projects and events.
As Director of Gift Planning, Allison works with donors who are interested in leveraging their assets to support Sewanee. She facilitates estate planning, IRA rollover gifts, charitable annuities, and other pathways for individual philanthropy.
As the Advancement Office Post-Baccalaureate Fellow, Kate assists and supports Advancement team members with alumni outreach, stewardship, and parent engagement and philanthropy.
As Executive Director of the Sewanee Fund & Advancement Services, Whitney takes the lead in conceptualizing, planning, and executing all annual giving operations, including the University's Tiger Tuesday campaign and other development outreach. Additionally, she oversees the maintenance and optimization of Sewanee's main database, which contains more than 40,000 constituents.
As Director of Advancement Services, Gwen directs efforts to ensure that gifts are processed promptly and accurately and that Sewanee's information systems are up to date.
As Assistant Director of Advancement Services, Britney helps Sewanee better understand constituents' needs and goals and translates them into effective systems and reports.
As Office Coordinator for Gifts, Mae Anne assists with donor research, communication, and stewardship for the Associate Vice President for Athletics - Major Gifts and the Director of Gift Planning.
As Assistant Director of the Sewanee Fund, Lillie collaborates with the Executive Director of the Sewanee Fund to increase annual giving. She also works with volunteers and reunion classes to encourage support.
As Senior Advancement Services Coordinator, Elizabeth focuses on processing all gifts made to the University. Her work includes answering gift and pledge questions and assisting with credit card payments and receipts.
As Senior Advancement Services Coordinator, Christy works to maintain current biographical records for Sewanee's constituents. Her responsibilities include updating contact information for the University's alumni and friends and documenting donors' giving histories.
As Prospect Research Analyst, Kim supports gift officers with comprehensive research as they initiate and cultivate relationships with Sewanee's donor community.
As the Business Analyst for Advancement Services, Lana works with the University's Strategic Digital Infrastructure team to provide Advancement with data and information services. Through her role, she facilitates University Relations' workflow and enhances decision-making.
As Senior Mail Center Coordinator, Sandy oversees all outgoing campus mail, which includes list management, addressing, stuffing, and assisting Advancement Services with special projects.
As Assistant Director of Alumni & Parent Engagement, Teresa works alongside Associate Vice President for Alumni Relations & Parent Programs Susan Askew to coordinate informative and engaging events for Sewanee alumni and parents.
As Director of Parent Philanthropy, Bess works to increase parent engagement and improve overall communication between the University and our parent community. In addition to overseeing the work of the Sewanee Parents’ Council, Bess travels throughout the southeastern states, meeting with Sewanee families to align their philanthropic interests with the University's priorities.
As Director of Corporate & Foundation Relations, Hilary oversees the University's grantseeking, working to enhance Sewanee's mission through strategic partnerships with corporations and foundations.
As an Advancement Officer, John works with alumni, parents, and friends of Sewanee to match their philanthropic interests with the University's priorities.
