Our department is comprised of separate teams working together toward a common goal: Advancement, Alumni Relations, and Planned Giving. You may contact individual employees using the phone numbers and email addresses below, or by calling our main line: 423.236.2829.
Office Hours: 8 am - 5:30 pm (M-Th) / 8 am - 12 pm (F)
Mailing Address: Advancement, P.O. Box 370, Collegedale, TN 37315
Advancement
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Ellen provides leadership to all areas of Advancement, in addition to serving on the president’s cabinet. She enjoys getting to know students, as well as meeting alumni and friends of Southern to hear their stories.
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Robert enjoys building lasting relationships with alumni and constituents to help advance the university’s mission and transform students’ lives.
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Matthew works with donors in and out of the community who want to support the growth and mission of Southern.
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Lucas facilitates Southern's grant writing work and seeks out strategic collaborations benefiting Southern's long-range goals.
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Sandra connects alumni and friends with opportunities to support projects they’re passionate about.
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Eric is a Blackbaud Certified Raiser’s Edge Professional and manages Southern’s alumni/fundraising database.
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Candy ensures that all of the gifts that come in to the university are receipted accurately and in a timely manner.
Alumni Relations
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Cheryl enjoys connecting with Southern graduates around the world, strengthening their relationships with students and the university. She leads the planning and implementation of several alumni events, including Homecoming Weekend.
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John helps build connections for and with Southern alumni. He assists the director in planning and hosting several alumni events, including Homecoming Weekend.
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Planned Giving
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Kimberly helps alumni and friends explore estate and other planned gifts that leave a legacy of life-changing opportunities for Southern students.