Who We Are

1. We make a difference.

We are driven by our mission to inspire transformation of the University of Iowa by promoting involvement, advocacy, and philanthropy.

100 percent of our staff support the university and other local charities through volunteer activities and donations.

2. We grow leaders.

We invest in one another's successes and offer support through training, coaching, and mentoring.

86 percent of fundraising staff who have worked here for at least three years have received a promotion.

3. We trust.

We trust and value our colleagues and collaborate to achieve aspirational goals together.

86 percent of our staff surveyed believe their coworkers are committed to doing quality work.

4. We care.

We care about the whole person and support a work and life balance.

Staff can work from home, have flexible schedules, and make time for volunteer opportunities.

5. We succeed.

We are driven by results. We are committed to doing our best every time. We aspire to lead our peers.

We are ranked in the top 6% in the U.S. for total fundraising productivity.

(Council for Aid to Education)

Meet Our Development Staff

See how our fundraisers are taking their careers—and their lives—to the next level and making a difference for Iowa.

Kate Metcalf
College of Liberal Arts and Sciences Development

Devin van Holsteijn
Hancher Auditorium Development

Sarah Russett
Health Sciences Development

Get to Know Us

Meet a few of our employees and learn why working here matters to them.

"As an alum I'm proud to give back to the university that gave me so much and shaped me into the person that I am today. Our work here helps advance Iowa in many ways, and it's inspiring to be part of something that touches the lives of so many."

Zack Schmidt, Communications and Marketing

"Our fundraising training classes provide best practices for every stage of the donor relationship and have helped me reach the next level of my career."

Katie Sturgell, Health Sciences Development

"I am grateful to work with colleagues who are committed to reaching aspirational goals by working together."

Lynette Marshall, President and CEO

Zack Schmidt, Communications and Marketing

"I'm proud that my work speeds resources to our physicians and researchers, who are searching for new treatments and cures for our patients."

Sarah Russett, Health Sciences Development

"Our fundraising training classes provide best practices for every stage of the donor relationship and have helped me reach the next level of my career."

Katie Sturgell, Health Sciences Development

"I help Hawkeye student-athletes be the best they can be."

Jordan Lomax, Main Campus Development

"I've grown in my career, from being part of a team to fundraise for the College of Engineering to overseeing the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences development team. I've benefited from new challenges and always have the support I need to succeed."

Kate Metcalf, Main Campus Development

"I am grateful to work with colleagues who are committed to reaching aspirational goals by working together."

Lynette Marshall, President and CEO

"I love my job because no day is ever the same, and I am continually presented with new challenges, which helps me stay focused and interested. I feel I am appreciated and that my supervisor trusts me to take initiative to get things accomplished."

Gokul Murugesan, Data Analytics

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

We support the University of Iowa's diversity, equity, and inclusion goals through our work in engagement and philanthropy.

We reflect the culture of our Hawkeye community through inclusivity in our communications, programming, outreach, and workplace and enhance a welcoming and respectful environment for our alumni, donors, friends, and employees.

Who We Are

Working Here

Meet Our Development Staff

Get to Know Us

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion