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Associate VP for development named |
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Feb 26, 2008 |
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Belinda Cook, new associate vice president for development on Main Campus in Institutional Advancement, has been on the job for about four weeks.
Cook, who prefers to be called Bel, came from Michigan State University, where she was director of development in the College of Communication Arts and Sciences, and in the Libraries, Computing and Technology Unit.
She will manage fundraising strategies and operations that pertain to Main Campus, which includes the College of Arts and Sciences, College of Business Administration, Judith Herb College of Education, College of Law, University College and the College of Engineering.
“Bel brings a depth of experience to our University, having been engaged in nonprofit organizations ranging in size from very small to significant,” said Vern Snyder, vice president for institutional advancement. “For example, she has significant capital campaign experience, having recently worked on a successful $1.2 billion campaign at Michigan State University.
“I look forward to working with Bel as we take our fundraising to the next level.”
Cook said her timing couldn’t be better. She joins UT as the current $100 million campaign nears successful completion, and at a time that is important for the planning phase of a future capital campaign.
“I’m thrilled to be here,” Cook said. “Having come from a very large organization, I like UT’s size because it’s more manageable. I’ve worn multiple hats in past positions, so I understand the various roles my colleagues in Institutional Advancement play. Our goal is to increase financial support for the University and to help our alumni find their passions in terms of their giving interests.”
Cook earned a bachelor of arts degree in history and classical civilization from the University of Texas at Austin and a master of public administration degree from Angelo State University.
Cook’s professional affiliations include National Committee on Planned Giving, Association of Fundraising Professionals, Council for Advancement and Support of Education, Development Officers of Research and Academic Libraries, American Association of Museums, and International Communication Association.
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