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
Senior Vice Chancellor,
Advancement
valerie.otten@du.edu
Ben Hancock
Associate Vice Chancellor,
Alumni Engagement & Career Development
ben.hancockIII@du.edu
Meriel Hughes
Associate Vice Chancellor,
University Development
meriel.hughes@du.edu
Christy Cates
Associate Vice Chancellor,
Advancement Operation
christy.cates@du.edu
Gabrielle Giddings
Associate Vice Chancellor,
Campaigns
gabrielle.giddings@du.edu
Advancement Cabinet
Lindsay Anderson
Executive Director,
Regional Advancement & Volunteer Engagement
Lindsay.Anderson@du.edu
Kristi Davis
Executive Director,
Gift Policy & Advancement Information Systems
kristina.davis@du.edu
Shawn Farrell
Assistant Vice Chancellor,
Corporate Relations
shawn.farrell@du.edu
Shelby Glenn
Assistant Vice Chancellor
Principal Gifts, Donor Relations, and Stewardship
shelby.glenn@du.edu
Erin Dietrich
Executive Director,
Unit Based Alumni Engagement
Erin.Dietrich@du.edu
Lisa Redfield
Executive Director,
Strategic Analytics & Prospect Development
lisa.redfield@du.edu
Liz Lierman
Assistant Vice Chancellor,
Career & Professional Development
liz.lierman@du.edu
Jessica Webb
Assistant Vice Chancellor,
Development (Schools & Units)
jessica.webb@du.edu