Dear colleagues,

I am thrilled to announce that Clare Mundy has accepted the position of Associate Director, Fundraising Innovations effective June 27. Working closely with me and the various groups across our Development team, Clare will create, design, and implement a variety of disruptive fundraising innovations and critical endeavors resulting in growth in philanthropic revenue. In addition, Clare will be responsible for facilitating innovation sessions with the broader Development team, identifying the greatest opportunities to drive revenue, develop strategies and metrics within these new initiatives, implement the initiatives, and upon the decision that the innovations are sustainable, transition to appropriate parties across the Development team.

A South Bend native and 2012 graduate of the University of Notre Dame, Clare comes to us from Washington D.C. where she served as the Midwest Deputy Finance Director for the Democratic Senatorial Campaign Committee. In addition, Clare has also served as Director of Fundraising and Development for the Montana Democratic Party, and Finance Director for Mayor Pete Buttigieg’s Mayoral Campaign.

Please join me in welcoming Clare to the team!

In Notre Dame,
Micki

Dear colleagues:

I am excited to announce that effective July 1, Lauren Brown will transition to the Development Associate position. Lauren will partner with me on overall leadership of the organization, including facilitation of strategic and annual planning, team building, and donor cultivation.  Moreover, Lauren will oversee the variety of staff communications of the department, and be heavily involved in project management, relationship development, data analysis, presentation creation, and bench-marking exercises.

In her current role of Administrative Assistant to Scott Jessup and Jess Rizzo, and also previously Jared Mrozinske, Lauren has proven herself as a team player, strong relationship builder, trusted confidante, and integral component in the many successes of the past year. Please join me in congratulating Lauren on her new role.

In Notre Dame,
Micki

Dear Colleagues,

As we approach fiscal year-end, I want to make sure you are aware of some key deadlines associated with the University’s fiscal year close. The full closing schedule is available for your review on the Controller’s website http://controller.nd.edu/financial-information/monthly-close-schedule

Wednesday, June 8 – buyND purchase requisitions greater than 25K must be submitted to Procurement Services.
Friday, June 17 – buyND purchase requisitions greater than $5K, but less than $25K must be submitted.
Saturday, June 25 – Cut-off for FedEx Office charges for FY16. Charges after June 25th will post to FY17.
Thursday, June 30 – Last day to process buyND catalog requisition and purchase orders under $5000 in FY16.
Thursday, June 30 – All deposits (non gift) made on or before June 30th will automatically be credited to FY16.
Friday, July 1 – buyND purchase orders will be placed with new year funds.
Friday, July 1 – Deposits (non-gift) made between July 1st and July 8th should be clearly marked FY16 or FY17.
Tuesday, July 5 – Check Requisitions related to FY16 must be submitted to Accounts Payable by 5PM.
Tuesday, July 5 – TravelND expense reports for FY16 must be entered and approved by 5PM.
Tuesday, July 5 – buyND “receipts” for FY16 must be entered by departments by 5PM.
Tuesday, July 5 – Procard statement reports for FY16 must be submitted and approved by 5PM.
Friday, July 8 – General Ledger Closes.
Monday, July 11 – GLez reflects activity for fiscal year-end.

Please let me know if you have any questions.

Brenda Carr

Dear Colleagues,

Please keep Cathy Windeatt and her family in your prayers – her husband Bruce passed away unexpectedly early on Saturday morning. Bruce is survived by Cathy and his four daughters who live in the Chicago area.

A small service will be held in Rockford Illinois on Thursday.

Our thoughts and prayers are with Cathy and her family during this difficult time.

In Notre Dame,

Emily Marrese

I am pleased to announce this summer’s CASE interns, John Gadient and Mark Betita.

John, ND class of 2017, majors in Economics and German, volunteers at summer camp for children of cancer patients, and plays for the Notre Dame Rugby Club.

Mark, ND class of 2018, hails from Vancouver, majors in IT Management and Sociology, serves with the Filipino American Student Organization, and plays in the Notre Dame Marching Band.

As CASE interns, they will participate in online learning with interns nationwide, attend a conference in Washington DC, and complete projects for their host unit/manager (AGSM/Andrea Bullock) from June 6 to July 29.

John and Mark will gain a deep understanding of our operation. Thank you for taking interest in them and for seeking to accommodate requests for introductory meetings/informational interviews.

This internship launches a strategic initiative to elevate internship experiences within University Relations. Goals include increasing engagement with students, building a talent pipeline, and producing meaningful work for UR units.

Please email any ideas on future intern candidates and/or intern projects for the 2016-17 school year and summer 2017 to Leah Corachea at kcorache@nd.edu.  

Best,

Bryan Reaume

Learning and Organizational Development

Euchre Club
Our next game will be on Thursday, June 9. We will meet in the ESC Family Room at 5:15. Please contact Patty Smith at 1-1818 or psmith15@nd.edu to register.

Patty Smith

Dear colleagues:

I am delighted to announce a new addition to the Special Events & Stewardship team; David (Dave) Daley will begin his role as Program Director, Compliance & Stewardship Programs on Monday, June 13. Working in close partnership with the Undergraduate Enrollment Division and the Controller’s Group, Dave will partner strategically on stewardship efforts for undergraduate financial aid benefactors, ensuring that all need-based and merit-based scholarship funds are spent to their maximum impact and in accordance with donor preferences and restrictions. Furthermore, he will create and lead engagement experiences for benefactors providing generous gifts to financial aid, including the coordination of student thank you notes, endowment reports, and invitations to the biennial Scholarship Fellowship Recognition Weekend.

A 2006 graduate of the University, Dave most recently served as the Content Manager & Marketing Director for Real Clear Holdings, LLC, a technology, online publishing, and polling data aggregation company based in Chicago, IL. A resident of Granger, Dave is a very active member of his community, having volunteered for organizations including Bridges Out of Poverty, the C.A.S.A. program, and the South Bend Center for the Homeless, in addition to working tirelessly on behalf of the Notre Dame Alumni Association, where his wife, Angeline Johnson, serves as the Notre Dame Clubs Program Director.

We are thrilled to formally welcome him back to Notre Dame!

My Best,
Mary Fisher

This coming Friday, June 3rd, Notre Dame Research will again participate in the ND Reunion Open House (formerly known as Roam the Dome).

Notre Dame’s Strategic Research Initiatives (SRIs) will be hosting tables with information about their research and other goodies. Please join us in welcoming the alumni back to campus and showcasing the exciting world of ND Research!

Details:

Friday, June 3rd, 2016
9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. (noon)
Outside of 317 Main

Please spread the word – all welcome!

Jim Morrison

I am delighted to announce that Amanda (Mandy) Kinnucan will join our team as the Academic Programs Director on Monday, June 20th. For the past two years, Mandy has been in Notre Dame’s University Communications and most recently, as the Assistant Director of Media Relations. In her role, she built collaborative relationships with our faculty in order to share their research with the world by pitching to, and placing stories in, the media. Prior to Notre Dame, Mandy worked for Whirlpool where she created and implemented a number of programs for the company involving leaders and employees. Hallmarks of her work are her creativity and ability to bring ideas to life. Mandy brings her faculty network and program management and analytical abilities as well as her positive energy and professionalism to our team. She is a graduate of Indiana University earning a degree in Journalism with a business minor.

On a personal note, Mandy and her husband, Andy, have 3 young children. Their children are Sean (9), Violet (7), and Ryan (4) and they live in Granger. Andy will begin the Executive MBA program in August.

It will be a pleasure to introduce Mandy to everyone and I know you will give Mandy a warm welcome to our team. You may see her during Reunion as she will be observing and accompanying me to become familiar with the event and various programs..

Best,
Sharon

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Sharon E. Keane
Director of Professional and Academic Programs
University of Notre Dame Alumni Association
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