Development Staff

Development Staff

The University’s Development Staff are the team members that work with donors and prospective donors to identify giving opportunities and facilitate support.

Wendy Johns Lauderdale, M.A.
Vice President for University Advancement and Executive Director for the Foundation
(985) 549-2239
[email protected]

Vanessa Prentice, M.B.A.
Chief Engagement Strategist
(985) 549-5660
[email protected]

Katherine H. Rose, M.A.
Senior Director of Development
Class of 1993
(985) 549-5225
[email protected]

Michael Sistrunk
Director of Development
Class of 2004
(985) 549-2560
[email protected]

Madi Sunde, M.A.
Donor Experience Officer
Class of 2022/24
(985) 549-5356
[email protected]

Jennifer Beckner
Assistant Director of Donor Engagement
Class of 2024
(985) 549-5221
[email protected]