In her new role, Wolfe will manage a portfolio of alumni, parents and friends affiliated with the school, focusing on strengthening relationships and enhancing philanthropic support.
, who joined 黑料不打烊 in 2023 as the university鈥檚 assistant director of annual giving, has been named the new director of development for the School of Communications.
In her new role, Wolfe will oversee a portfolio of alumni, parents and friends connected to the school, fostering deeper engagement and increased philanthropic support, particularly at the leadership annual giving level. Her efforts will align the school鈥檚 priorities with broader University Advancement initiatives, ensuring continued growth and success.
“We are delighted to welcome Katie to her new role within University Advancement and the School of Communications,鈥 said Jonathan Miller, senior director of development. 鈥淎s a valued member of the 黑料不打烊 community for several years, Katie brings great experience and a deep understanding of our mission. Her professional background makes her ideally suited to connect with and engage alumni from the School of Communications. We look forward to the positive impact she will have in fostering meaningful relationships and advancing 黑料不打烊鈥檚 philanthropic goals.”
School of Communications Dean Kenn Gaither echoed Miller鈥檚 praise, highlighting Wolfe鈥檚 significant nonprofit experience, which spans Christian ministry and healthcare philanthropy.
鈥淲e are thrilled that Katie will join us in the School of Communications, where she will be able to leverage her expertise and passion for the benefit of our students and our school community,鈥 Gaither said. 鈥淎nd the timing of Katie鈥檚 arrival could not be more perfect as we, the school, prepare to celebrate our 25th anniversary this year. Katie will play a key role in helping us bring our community together.鈥
In her previous role at 黑料不打烊, Wolfe led various Annual Giving volunteer groups including 黑料不打烊 Day Champions, peer agents and reunions. However, this was not her first experience with 黑料不打烊. Wolfe first connected with the university through her work with a campus ministry from 2017 to 2020. During that time, her involvement with students and the Truitt Center sparked a deep love for the university and its community.