About Us

Philanthropy is at the heart of the University of Denver’s work, fueling every aspect of our research, teaching and community on our campus and beyond. We are grateful for the partnership of the many alumni, students, friends, parents, staff and faculty whose generosity makes possible the innovations and collaborations that are changing our world for the better.

Advancement Leadership

Valerie Otten

Valerie Otten

Senior Vice Chancellor,
Advancement
valerie.otten@du.edu

 

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Ben Hancock

Associate Vice Chancellor,
Alumni Engagement & Career Development
ben.hancockIII@du.edu

 

Meriel Hughes

Meriel Hughes

Associate Vice Chancellor,
University Development
meriel.hughes@du.edu

 

Christy Cates

Christy Cates

Associate Vice Chancellor,
Advancement Operation 
christy.cates@du.edu

 

Advancement Cabinet

Lindsay Anderson

Lindsay Anderson

Executive Director,
Regional Advancement & Volunteer Engagement
Lindsay.Anderson@du.edu

 

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Kristi Davis

Executive Director, 
Gift Policy & Advancement Information Systems 
kristina.davis@du.edu

 

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Shawn Farrell

Assistant Vice Chancellor,
Corporate Relations
shawn.farrell@du.edu

 

Shelby Glenn

Shelby Glenn

Assistant Vice Chancellor
Principal Gifts, Donor Relations, and Stewardship
shelby.glenn@du.edu

 

Jessica Webb

Jessica Webb

Assistant Vice Chancellor, 
Development (Schools & Units)
jessica.webb@du.edu

 

Erin Dietrich

Erin Dietrich

Executive Director,
Unit Based Alumni Engagement
Erin.Dietrich@du.edu

 

Gabrielle Giddings

Gabrielle Giddings

Assistant Vice Chancellor,
Advancement & Campaign Communications
gabrielle.giddings@du.edu

 

liz lierman

Liz Lierman

Assistant Vice Chancellor,
Career & Professional Development 
liz.lierman@du.edu

 

Lisa Redfield

Lisa Redfield

Executive Director,
Strategic Analytics & Prospect Development 
lisa.redfield@du.edu