Is it time to step up into a leadership role? The Senior Regional Director role is now posted!
Here is the link to review and apply: Senior Director, Regional Development.
Closes: at 11:59PM on Sunday, March 7th.
Regions: There are two openings: Midwest and Illinois.
To learn more: reach out to Sara Liebscher or Tara Gilchrist for a confidential conversation.
To share: Link for your referrals to schedule time to connect with Tara Gilchrist.
February 25 @ 4-5:00PM
White privilege has been described as an invisible package of unearned assets that is often oblivious to those who benefit the most from it. A lack of awareness of how white privilege operates within systems furthers its invisible nature that is deeply rooted within institutions and cultures. This discussion will highlight the many facets of White privilege and shed light within areas of societal structures where it exists.
March 4 @ 12-1:00PM
You are invited to attend a special presentation called Compensation Explained with Scott Hershberger, Benefits and Compensation Manager. In this 1-hour webinar, Scott will share the University’s compensation philosophy, policy, and structure related to all categories of UR employment. He will also guide us through the tools available for understanding job postings and compensation guidelines.
A live Q&A opportunity will be part of the event, so bring your general questions! This will be a drop-in event as a lunch-and-learn, with a recording available afterward. If you have any questions about the event, please contact Kathryn Valenti.
The February Matching Gift Email will send this Thursday, February 24, to this list of assigned entities who work for matching gift companies, have made a gift since January 21, 2021, and as of today have not yet matched their gift. These gifts represent nearly $51K in potential matches.
Please note that individuals on the second tab of the excel file (“Fundraiser Outreach”) have not received the matching gift email message (all gifts exceeding $25,000) but may be eligible to match their gifts totaling over $720K. You are encouraged to reach out to your assigned benefactors directly to discuss the details and answer questions related to the matching gift process.
If you have any questions regarding this matching gift communication, please reach out to Laura Walker.
Colleagues,
Earlier this month, the University shared the new brand standards for name badges, which are different from our current name badge layouts. Following the updated University branding, we have set a standard for University Relations badges.
We will be ordering new name badges for full-time staff to replace the current ones:
The brand standards have also been updated for Intern and Student Worker badges. The UR standard for these badges can be found in the document linked above.
If you have any questions about the process or about intern and student badges, please feel free to contact Lana Taylor.
Thanks!
Dear UR Team,
It is with a heavy heart that I announce Chuck Schnur’s retirement from Notre Dame, effective at the end of February. Chuck started at Notre Dame when development was still in its infancy and he was one of our first true fundraisers. As a tenured member of the UR team, he has spent 28 years in our fundraising office serving as a Regional Director of Development from April 1993 to January 2014 and then became a member of the Principal Giving Team. Chuck has been a part of three campaigns at Notre Dame and has been a significant leader in our fundraising efforts, collectively raising more than $350mm in total production throughout his career. Many of the professorships, EFEs, scholarships and buildings we have on campus today are a direct result of Chuck’s fundraising efforts and solid donor relationships. He was a donor-centric fundraiser and has truly been a trusted philanthropic advisor to over 300 benefactors during his tenure. Prior to coming to University Relations, Chuck was a key contributor at 3M Corporation.
Chuck and his wife, Mary, are both members of the Notre Dame Class of 1978. (Fun fact, they got married on their Commencement weekend!) Together, they have raised two children, Jenny (SMC’18) and Kevin (AL ‘20). Notably, Jenny is currently a research assistant at Notre Dame pursuing a PhD in Computer Science and Engineering.
The relationships that Chuck fostered–both internally and externally–over his tenure at Notre Dame are some of the deepest in our department and he will be sorely missed. On a personal note, I am deeply grateful to Chuck for his contributions to the recently formed Illinois Region. From its inception, he jumped right into the team and has been a leader in every sense of the word. He has constantly spent time mentoring and helping his teammates and he has exemplified collaborative fundraising at the highest level. Our team will miss him dearly–as will I–on both a personal and professional level. Chuck, you and your family will always be a part of our Notre Dame family, and for that, we are grateful.
-Jesse Meyer
Dear friends,
I am excited to announce that Lauren Brown will transition to the role of Advisor to the Vice President of UEE, effective March 1st. Lauren has been a trusted colleague for many years, beginning her career at Notre Dame in 2015. I had the privilege of working directly with Lauren when she served as a Development Associate from 2016 – 2018. Since 2018, she has served as an important leader in the Department of Special Events. Lauren has earned two degrees from Indiana University South Bend, including a Bachelor of Business Administration in Marketing and Advertising (2009) and a Master of Business Administration (2019).
Since fall 2020, Lauren has been playing a critical role in the COVID Response Unit (CRU), leading the University’s efforts in Day 4 and 7 testing. Over the next three weeks, Lauren will work closely with CRU to ensure a successful transition, with the University’s COVID response being of the utmost priority.
In all of her roles, Lauren’s raw talent, kindness, and humility are evident, inspiring, and contribute to a highly productive environment. Lauren is committed to the mission of Our Lady’s University in all that she does, and I could not be more excited for her to move into the Adviser role.
Please join me in congratulating Lauren!
In Notre Dame,
Micki
Hello,
I am thrilled and privileged to announce that Ellen Roof will be the Academic Advancement Director for the College of Arts and Letters, effective Wednesday, February 24, 2021. Ellen joins our team at an exciting and pivotal time in the evolution of the Academic Advancement profession here at Notre Dame; we are stronger with her as we prepare for Campaign 9.
Ellen came home to Notre Dame in 2016 and has held successive roles on our Annual Giving and Strategic Marketing team, most recently as Director of Alumni and Parent Giving, a role which put her in the lead of the record-setting Notre Dame Day 2020. Prior to joining Development, Ellen worked in Cincinnati as a research analyst with Nielsen. As a Moreau First Year Experience Instructor, she serves the University beyond her role in University Relations. Ellen’s fundraising leadership has been noticed beyond Notre Dame and in 2020 she was recognized by EverTrue as a 40 Under 40 Fundraising Professional. I encourage you to connect with Ellen to congratulate her, and think of her as your partner in driving fundraising.
A note of profound gratitude to everyone in Development and the College of Arts and Letters who contributed so generously to a rigorous assessment and selection process; your feedback was illuminating. Special thanks to Tara and Sheri for their meaningful and thoughtful contributions to the process, and to Brian Diss for his professionalism and ability to effectively develop his team members.
In gratitude,
Michael Loungo
Colleagues,
We wanted to follow up with everyone about facemasks for the Spring semester as mentioned in last week’s message from Marie Lynn Miranda and Shannon Cullinan. The set of three face masks were mailed out on February 4th. The face masks are the same colors and patterns as the sets received in August.
If you have any questions, please reach out to Lana Taylor (ltaylor1@nd.edu).
Start your new year off right with the newest episodes of “The Grace of Giving” podcast!
Shelby Carroll
The Grace of Giving welcomes Senior Regional Director of the Southwest Region, Shelby Carroll, to the show! In this episode we discuss leadership style, why Iowa is the greatest state in the union, and our first ever Domer Dog appearance in our Take Five segment. Thanks for being on the show Shelby, and Happy Birthday!
Michael Loungo
The Grace of Giving welcomes Senior Director of Global and Academic Advancement, Michael Loungo, to the show! In this episode we hear why we learn so much about the United States when we live abroad, why artificial intelligence will never be better than human beings in fundraising, and how a sip of whisky contains an entire history lesson! Thanks for being on the show Michael!
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Greetings University Relations family,
A huge thanks to everyone who attended our Discussion Group of 13th Documentary and Celebration of the 13th Amendment.
One of our University Relations values is “Feedback is a gift” and it is in that spirit that we encourage you to complete this very brief 4 question survey that will provide us with valuable feedback as we continue on our DEIU journey together.
With gratitude,
DEIU Task Force Co-Chairs
George West, James Riley, & Shelby Nerissa Carroll
DEIU Task Force Committee Chairs
Mike Brown, Communications & Impact
Shaheen Goldrick, Genuine Education & Engagement
Kathryn Valenti, Internal Equity