Welcome to the Office of Development

St. Mary’s College of Maryland has come a long way since 1840. Today, there are over 10,000 people who can proudly say that they are alumni of St. Mary’s.

Supporting academic excellence and an accessible education at St. Mary’s is a central mission of the Development Office. We strive to build a solid endowment base and steady annual giving to provide the finest liberal arts education for students who will make a difference in the world, now and for generations to come. At a time when only 28% of the College’s budget comes from public funding, private support – your gift -- is a key part of what the College is able to accomplish.

A nationally ranked liberal arts college, St. Mary’s fosters an atmosphere that encourages life-long learning. We are an integral part of the local community. In conjunction with individual and corporate sponsors, we offer a wide range of cultural events including guest lectures, art exhibits, theater and music performances, and opportunities for continuing education and professional certification.

We can do none of this without you. Every contribution makes a difference. Please consider making a gift to St. Mary’s College of Maryland. Thanks to our secure server, our online gift form is an easy way to make a donation. Or you may contact the Development Office at 800-458-8341. Your gift can be directed to the Annual Fund where it will respond to pressing institutional needs, or to a special initiative of your choice.

Thank you for your confidence in a St. Mary’s education.

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Office Guide:
Office of the Vice President for Development

Thomas J. Botzman
Interim Vice President for Development and Secretary to the Board of Trustees

Debi Brooks - Executive Assistant
Kate Ufford - Assistant to the Vice President for Development

Development

Mary Helen Norris
Assistant Vice President for Development

Beth Byrd - Associate Director of Alumni Relations
Kathy Cummings - Office Associate
Melissa Farren - Director of Foundation Accounting Services
Liisa Franzen - Director of Foundation & Corporate Relations
Emily Jackson - Director of Development Services
Paula Mitchell - Director of Major Gifts
Karen Raley - Director of Annual Giving
David Sushinsky - Director of Alumni Relations and Planned Giving
Brenda Thompson - Office Associate II
Vacant - Fiscal Administrator
Vacant - Donor Relations Specialist

Community Relations and the Arts Alliance (Website)

Barbara Bershon - Director
Lee Ramsey - Community Relations Specialist

Conferences and Events (Events Calendar)

Nancy Abell - Director

Jenny Sivak - Coordinator
Grace Jones- Coordinator
Jill Morris - Events Specialist

Lifelong Learning and Professional Programs

Kathy Grimes
Assistant Vice President for Continuing & Professional Programs

Anthony Guzman - Coordinator
Frank VanAalst - Coordinator

Publications and Media Relations (website)

Lee Capristo
Assistant Vice President of Publications and Media Relations

Barbara Geehan - Editor/Media Relations
Anne Grulich - Curator of Interpretive Exhibits and Publications Editor
Barbara Woodel - Publications Production Assistant

Marketing and Public Relations (website)

Marc Apter
Associate Vice President for Marketing & Public Relations
Katie Lanham - Communications Specialist

Waterfront (Sailing Website)

Adam Weblow - Director, Varsity Sailing Coach

Rick Loheed - Assistant Director of Waterfront Activities
Bill Ward - Director of Sailing Activities