University Advancement
Building on the reputation of more than 130 years of academic excellence and community impact, University Advancement elevates the brand of UNC, engages external constituents, and develops the philanthropic strategies that support UNC priorities.
Reporting to Vice President Allie Steg Haskett ’03, UNC’s advancement staff manage all facets of UNC’s external operation to include advancement operations, alumni and community relations, development, and marketing and communications.
The division works with UNC leadership as well as faculty and staff to effectively promote and market the university, strengthen and celebrate alumni career outcomes, and engage constituents and community partners in philanthropy, volunteerism, advocacy. The division is also responsible for the management of UNC's alumni constituent records which inform strategic relationship management and program assessment and accreditation. Additionally, the UNC Foundation, a separate legal entity, works closely with all of University Advancement and is integrated both physically and strategically in all facets of the advancement enterprise.
University Advancement offices are located on the first floor of Carter Hall. Reach us at 970-351-2551 or advancement@unco.edu.
$25 Million Gift, Largest in UNC History, Accelerates Plans for College of Osteopathic Medicine
UNC's vision to meet the critical and growing demand for doctors across the state just received a major endorsement. The Weld Trust has committed $25 million, earmarked for the university's proposed College of Osteopathic Medicine.
Galvanize a Stronger Bear Network
With more than 140,000 alumni, plus faculty, staff and friends, UNC has a tremendous ability to galvanize the relationships and resources necessary to support student success.
The strong community connections you find across UNC provides authentic learning experiences and reciprocal partnerships and collaborations. UNC sets the standard for how engaged universities enrich the lives of our students on campus, throughout Colorado and beyond.
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With a UNC Alumna at the Helm, Little Theatre of the Rockies Enters its 65th Season
In its 90th season, Little Theatre of the Rockies is the oldest professional theater company in Colorado. For alumna Megan Van De Hey, ’99, the gravity of being the artistic director for the company is not lost on her. Van De Hey shares her experience as a student at UNC, why she came back to direct at UNC and what to expect at their current show, Every Brilliant Thing.
Building Greeley's Future: Alumna Kelli Johnson's Journey to Assistant City Manager
Colorado local Kelli Johnson, ’01, has spent time in and around Greeley since she was a child. Active in the Weld County 4-H program growing up, she was familiar with the city before attending UNC. Now, as the assistant city manager for the city of Greeley, Johnson has a vested interest in Greeley’s future, and has the ability to affect change.
Bridging the Gap Between High School and College: Frontiers of Science Institute
Celebrating its 65th anniversary, the Frontiers of Science Institute (FSI) is reflecting on all of the research its current students and alumni have conducted over the years. The six week summer program fast tracks high school student's science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) exploration.
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