Cathy is responsible for the strategic planning, development and management of the Major Gift Program and Major Gift fundraising team.

Cathy is responsible for the strategic planning, development and management of the Major Gift Program and Major Gift fundraising team.

Rudy provides database maintenance and facilitate the transfer of data between users, and provide software training to new users.

Jenny works with alumni and friends to advocate for the mission of the College of Charleston Fund and the College’s 13 annual giving impact funds. She works to engage constituents and to raise vital funds that support the College’s most immediate needs, which include creating unique opportunities for students and faculty and enhancing programs across campus.

Rudy provides database maintenance and facilitate the transfer of data between users, and provide software training to new users.

Julia manages and reviews gifts and commitments to the Foundation to include the Matching Gift Program; preparation of gift receipts and management of pledge reminders.

John oversees and supports the digital communication efforts of Institutional Advancement (IA) including web properties and social media.

Jillian is responsible for the management and administration of information systems within Institutional Advancement (IA), which includes institutional fundraising / development, alumni relations, and other supporting applications. He oversees and directs the development, implementation, maintenance and distribution of all custom fundraising, constituent management, and analytical reporting within Institutional Advancement.

As the Associate Director of Alumni Chapters and Affinity Groups, Meredith is the primary communication liaison for all Alumni Chapters and the Office of Admissions. Get connected with your local Alumni Chapter, or find out how to create one near you, in order to stay informed, get involved and give back!

As the Associate Director of Alumni Chapters and Affinity Groups, Meredith is the primary communication liaison for all Alumni Chapters and the Office of Admissions. Get connected with your local Alumni Chapter, or find out how to create one near you, in order to stay informed, get involved and give back!

As the Assistant Director of Events, Laney plans and executes all of the College of Charleston Alumni signature events, including the Alumni Awards Gala and A Charleston Affair.  Laney is originally from Spartanburg, SC, and graduated from the College in 2012 majoring in Hospitality and Tourism Management and Business Administration. Laney fell in love with both the College and Charleston, and has since never left.

Karen Jones has been with the Alumni Office since 1990 and has served as the Executive Secretary of the Alumni Association since 2000. As Executive Secretary, she is the liaison between the Alumni Association Board of Directors and various College constituencies. In her role as director of alumni communication, she works closely with College departments to ensure alumni are informed and involved.

Ann is responsible for the general management of the Office of Alumni Affairs. As such, she oversees the development and implementation of the Alumni Association’s strategic plan.

Brianna is responsible for the general management of the Office of Alumni Affairs. As such, she oversees the development and implementation of the Alumni Association’s strategic plan.

Najeema Davis Washington joined the Alumni Affairs team as Associate Director, Alumni Engagement and Career Services. Ms. Washington is a proud alumna of Spelman College where she graduated Phi Beta Kappa with a degree in Political Science, minoring in English. She earned her MPA from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. Ms. Washington worked from 2010-17 as a Senior Analyst for the Government Accountability Office in Washington, D.C., and has led her own digital strategy and social media consulting firm since 2011. She is a member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated.

Denise leads the College’s efforts to facilitate and grow mutually beneficial relationships between corporate and private foundation partners. She serves as a conduit for the College to share innovative opportunities that benefit economic growth throughout our region. She is focused on building lasting partnerships through engagement and stewardship, understanding the importance that each stakeholder brings to the College.

Andi leads the College’s efforts to facilitate and grow mutually beneficial relationships between corporate and private foundation partners. She serves as a conduit for the College to share innovative opportunities that benefit economic growth throughout our region. She is focused on building lasting partnerships through engagement and stewardship, understanding the importance that each stakeholder brings to the College.

Jenny serves as the major gift officer for the College of Charleston libraries, including the Avery Research Center for African American History and Culture, as well as the School of Languages, Cultures, and World Affairs and the Yaschik/Arnold Jewish Studies Program. She also works closely with development priorities and donors for Stono Preserve, and serves as the regional development officer for the mid-Atlantic region.

Jenny serves as the major gift officer for the College of Charleston libraries, including the Avery Research Center for African American History and Culture, as well as the School of Languages, Cultures, and World Affairs and the Yaschik/Arnold Jewish Studies Program. She also works closely with development priorities and donors for Stono Preserve, and serves as the regional development officer for the mid-Atlantic region.