New Face
Edie Sweeterman
Associate Foundation Relations Officer
Foundation Relations
Kent
JOB DESCRIPTION
As a member of the foundation relations team, my contributions include researching, cultivating, building, and managing long-lasting foundation donor relationships in order to secure gifts, grants, and donations that support university priorities.
WORKED AT KENT STATE SINCE:
December 2021
EMPLOYMENT PRIOR TO KENT STATE UNIVERSITY:
I was the Director of Admission for a private, independent K-12 school, responsible for all student enrollment and retention initiatives, generating tuition revenue, developing student and parent volunteer programs, managing a team of 3, and overseeing the admission department.
LIKES MOST ABOUT KENT STATE:
The fact that Kent State lives its mission each and every day in all that it does - to transform lives and communities through the power of discovery, learning, and creative expression in an inclusive environment.
ATTRACTION TO KENT STATE AS AN EMPLOYER:
Being part of a legacy family at Â鶹´«Ã½, I've seen firsthand the pride both students and employees have, in being affiliated with such a wonderful institution.
RESIDES IN:
Strongsville, OH
HOMETOWN:
Westerville, OH
EDUCATION:
Bachelor of Arts in Speech Communication from Wittenberg University
HOBBIES:
Hiking and exploring the outdoors, cooking and eating adventurously, reading non-fiction, volunteering, listening to good music, and spending quality time with friends and family.
