The Walsh Office of Advancement builds and maintains relationships with the University’s alumni and friends. Through strategic fundraising campaigns and meaningful alumni engagement, the Office seeks to secure the financial resources necessary to ensure an outstanding academic experience for students and to offer programs and opportunities for alumni to connect with their alma mater and each other. Ultimately, the Office of Advancement’s role is to help build the foundation upon which the University’s legacy will grow and sustain.
Eric Belden - Vice President of Advancement

Phone: 330.490.7337
Email: ebelden@walsh.edu
Office: Farrell Hall
Karen Hodge - Assistant Vice President for University Advancement

Phone: 330.490.7114
Email: khodge@walsh.edu
A. Lucia Cirese - Director of Development

Phone: 330.244.4752
Email: lcirese@walsh.edu
Office: Farrell Hall
Stephanie Koontz - Director of Alumni Relations

Phone: 330.244.4943
Email: skoontz@walsh.edu
Office: Farrell Hall
Elissa Prazer - Alumni Relations Coordinator

Phone: 330.490.7608
Email: eprazer@walsh.edu
Office: Farrell Hall
Carmela Bendetta - Scholarship and Donor Relations Coordinator

Phone: 330.490.7596
Email: cbendetta@walsh.edu
Office: Farrell Hall - 100
Allison Chamberland - Advancement Operations Manager

Phone: 330.490.7113
Email: achamberland@walsh.edu
James Thomas - Advancement Services Associate

Phone: 330.490.7111
Email: jthomas@walsh.edu
Office: Farrell Hall