Scott T. Gallagher, Vice-President of University Advancement

573.592.4337 (office location: W. S. Woods Academic Building room 106)

A member of the WWU Executive Cabinet and alumnus of the University of Missouri, Scott Gallagher has worked extensively with the WWU President and Board of Trustees since his arrival at WWU in 2002 and serves as the primary major gifts officer for the University Advancement team. Scott Gallagher has held numerous leadership positions, including serving as a U.S. Senator's staff member, a bank examiner in the Missouri state treasurer's office, a cabinet secretary and director of programs for the governor of Rhode Island. Scott has also helped lead two travel agencies.

D. Scott Miniea, Associate Vice-President of University Advancement

573.592.1633

A member of the WWU Executive Cabinet, Scott Miniea is responsible for overall management of the University Advancement team's efforts in the areas of development and alumni relations as well as marketing and university relations. He is also the University's specialist in grantsmanship, and holds two degrees in education from the University of Missouri and two lifetime teacher certifications (English and Spanish). Scott has a background in school administration, having spent time on staff at New Franklin and Fulton Public Schools. Scott also serves as the Heartland Region affiliate's director of the PeaceJam program and is a past chair and past committee chair of the Missouri Service-Learning Advisory Council. Scott is a member of the American Association of Grant Professionals (AAGP) and the Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP). Scott serves on the boards of Columbia Chorale, Inc. and Trail to a Cure, Inc., in Columbia, Missouri.

Matthew Alsager, Development Officer

573.592.4394

Matt works with alumni and friends of the University as a Development Officer. Matt joined the University team in 2009. Matt came to WWU from Central Bank where he served in management. He is an alum of Missouri Western State University where he studied communications/public relations and was active in his fraternity. Matt currently works with alumni and friends of the University offering opportunities to support the mission of William Woods University. Matt is active in multiple civic organizations in the Jefferson City, Missouri area.

Amy LaRue Dittmer, Development Officer

573.592.4220

An alumna of WWU (’97), Amy (LaRue) Dittmer works with alumni and friends of the University as a Development Officer. Amy joined the University team in 2008. As a student, she was a President’s Twenty member and involved in the Greek Community as President of the Delta Gamma chapter at WWU. Amy has a career history that includes stints as a trader on an equity trading desk in St. Louis and New York City. Amy currently works with alumni and friends of the University offering opportunities to support the mission of William Woods University, in addition to managing the President’s Club Giving Society and serving as the University's liaison to the Missouri Colleges' Fund.

Brenda Foster, Community Development Officer

573.592.4219

An alumna of WWU ('75), Brenda (Sullivan) Foster coordinates community-oriented development activities including the Board of Associates, Fulton Colleges Fund, the collegiate license plate program, the Ivy Pathway, and the President's Community Council. Brenda serves as the University's representative to several local organizations, including serving as the treasurer of the Callaway County United Way, and serves as a special assistant to the Vice-President of University Advancement. Brenda is also the chair of the President's Concert and Lecture Series Committee, and coordinator of WWU conferences.

Sharon Mather, Annual Fund Coordinator

573.592.4393

Sharon Mather joined the advancement team in 2008. Her primary area of responsibility is coordination of the Annual Fund, an ongoing fundraising campaign whereby current students contact alumni, parents, and others to provide them with an opportunity to support The Woods. Sharon's background includes serving as an assistant to the President of MacMurray College.  She also served as that institution's director of alumni services and administrative assistant to the vice-president for advancement. In addition, Sharon has served as assistant director of the Western Region Education Center, Lincoln Land Community College. Sharon enjoys working with college students and alumni from all generations. Sharon holds a BS in psychology from MacMurray College.

Peggy McGrew, Director of Advancement Information and Donor Relations 573.592.1128

Peggy is an alumna and holds two degrees in business from WWU ('99 and '01). Peggy is responsible for managing the area of advancement services, including prospect research, database management, gift processing, and myriad tasks pertaining to donor/alumni communications and relations. With a background in administrative services and quality process analysis, Peggy joined the WWU development staff in 1995. Peggy is a member of the Association of Professional Researchers for Advancement (APRA) at both the international and regional levels, is certified in the management of the development software module, and is a sponsoring member of the American Council on Gift Annuities.

Becky Stinson, Director of Alumni Activities

573.592.4237

Becky (Bean) Stinson, a WWU alumna ('72), is responsible for coordinating activities related to the WWU Alumni Association, including planning and facilitating alumni gatherings, the annual Alumni Weekend, assisting in the development of alumni chapters, and managing the Fairchild Alumni House. Becky joined the WWU staff in 1994, working in student life as Orientation Director and then Director of Student Involvement and Greek Life. She moved to the University Advancement office in 2001. Becky holds a lifetime teaching certificate in Social Studies and Secondary Education, having taught in her home state of Texas. On campus Becky serves as advisor to the Chi Omega sorority and coordinates the Student Alumni Council and educates current students on the role of past philanthropy in their education today.

Janice Tate, Administrative Assistant for Advancement Services

573.592.4300

Janice (Pruitt) Tate ('85) works in the area of advancement services. She is responsible for multiple tasks related to University Advancement files and records of alumni and friends. With a background in legal administrative support and a degree in CIS from WWU, Janice joined the WWU staff in 2008.

Clayton Thompson, Graduate Assistant - University Advancement

573.592.4797

An alumnus of William Woods ('08), Clayton Thompson joined the advancement team in 2008. He holds a degree in Business Administration with an emphasis in Marketing and Advertising. Clayton is also an Honor Graduate of the Golf Academy of America with an Associate’s degree in Golf Complex Operations and Management. Clayton’s role is to assist the Advancement team while in various capacities related to alumni relations and development. As a student, Clayton was highly involved with the Greek community as President of the Pi Kappa Alpha Fraternity. He was a founding member of the Delta Epsilon Chi (DEX) Business Club, a Community Advisor, and played golf for the Owls. Clayton is enrolled in the WWU Graduate and Adult Studies program, pursuing an MBA.

Elaine Winters, Data Entry Coordinator

573.592.1179

Elaine Winters works primarily in the area of advancement services. She is responsible for the accurate and timely entry of data into the software tracking system and assists in ensuring the integrity of University Advancement's extensive database of alumni and friends. With a background in accounts receivables entry, Elaine joined the WWU staff in 2006.