Vice President for University Relations

Rev. Scott Peterson
Phone: (740) 397-9000, Ext. 4132
E-mail: scott.peterson@mvnu.edu

Scott Peterson oversees the work of Campus Ministries, Church Relations, University Marketing, and University Advancement. He provides overall leadership and management for the comprehensive programs within each area of University Relations and is responsible for internal and external communications. Scott serves on the Senior Leadership Team and reports directly to the President.

Managing Director of University Advancement

Laura Short ('09 MSM)
Phone: (740) 397-9000, Ext. 4302
E-mail: laura.short@mvnu.edu

Laura leads University Advancement which encompasses Alumni Relations and Development. She coordinates development strategies which include major gifts, donor cultivation, planned giving, corporate sponsorship, stewardship and special events. Laura works closely with the Vice President for University Relations developing advancement and alumni initiatives.

Director of Alumni Relations

Rev. Tom West ('90 BA)
Phone: (740) 397-9000, Ext. 4312
E-mail: tom.west@mvnu.edu

Tom leads strategic initiatives to foster strong alumni connections to MVNU through the Alumni Council, communication strategies, Homecoming, Network Lunches, Alumni Chapters, and a variety of other activities. He represents Alumni Relations participating in various campus special events connecting with current students, and facilitates continued opportunities for alumni to be involved in the life of the University.

Gift Receipts and Records Coordinator

Esther Carpenter
Phone: (740) 397-9000, Ext. 4332
E-mail: esther.carpenter@mvnu.edu

Esther diligently ensures that every gift is processed, recorded, and receipted properly. She works closely with development staff and Accounting to properly document the philanthropic support of all MVNU constituencies.

MVNU Student Connect Coordinator

Terry Dunnavant
Phone: (740) 397-9000, Ext. 4141
E-mail: terry.dunnavant@mvnu.edu

Terry leads the efforts for our MVNU Student Connect initiatives working directly with student callers. Our student calling strategies span the entire academic year and MVNU students have the opportunity to connect with alumni, donors, parents, and other University friends. Terry's work involves training student callers, planning calling sessions, implementing stewardship plans, and reporting progress.

Administrative Assistant for the Vice President of University Relations

Rochel Furniss ('13 MBA)
Phone: (740) 397-9000, Ext. 4132
E-mail: rochel.furniss@mvnu.edu

Rochel provides administrative support for the Vice President for University Relations. Her work involves organizational efforts to provide assistance for the University Relations division, and service for University constituencies. She also helps plan and coordinate special events for the Vice President. Please call Rochel with any questions you may have related to the University Relations division, or to make an appointment with Scott Peterson.

Assistant for Alumni Relations

Heather Hoag ('98 BA)
Phone: (740) 397-9000, Ext. 4310
E-mail: heather.hoag@mvnu.edu

Heather assists the Director of Alumni Relations with office organization and administrative responsibilities. She is instrumental in the maintenance of alumni records, assists with the coordination of Homecoming and other alumni events, and collaborates with Marketing in the production of various alumni mailings.

Development Assistant

Katelyn Motter ('11 BA)
Phone: (740) 397-9000, Ext. 4300
E-mail: katelyn.motter@mvnu.edu

Katelyn provides administrative assistance for Development helping coordinate fundraising initiatives, meetings, corporate sponsorships, student thank you programs, prospect research, and special events. She works closely with the Managing Director of University Advancement on various projects and fundraising strategies.

Development Services Coordinator

Danyell Rager ('13 MBA)
Phone: (740) 397-9000, Ext. 4331
E-mail: danyell.rager@mvnu.edu

Danyell manages endowment and scholarship records, contacts, and awarding. She works closely with Student Financial Services to ensure that scholarship allocations are distributed to MVNU students. She also assists the Managing Director with prospect management, various donor and alumni reports, and maintaining annual and cumulative donor records that are listed in annual donor report.