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The University Development arm of the University Advancement Division raises funds for the priorities that support St. Mary's mission as identified by the University's leadership.
University Development staff members carry out a variety of duties that support St. Mary's fundraising goals, including: solicitation of capital campaign, restricted and unrestricted annual gifts; prospect research, database maintenance and enhancement; cultivation and stewardship of donors; gift reporting and coordination; and assisting donors with planned giving and estate planning, among others.
Please feel free to contact development staff members directly by telephone or e-mail, or you may contact the Office of University Development at (210) 436-3718.
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Carla E. Aguilar
Mary Almanza
Jessie Casares
Jessica Harbin
Benjamin Hart
Maria "Dolly" Huck
Ronan McAshan
Leticia S. Ramirez
Matt Schultz
Rosemary F. Segura
Robin Seth
Jennifer Speed, Ph.D.
Teri Villa |
Carla comes to the Office of Development from Merced Housing Texas where she was responsible for grant proposal and newsletter writing. As Stewardship Officer, she oversees donor recognition events which include coordinating the annual President's Dinner and President's Reception. She also manages the President's Ambassadors, a student organization whose members serve as hosts on behalf of the President at special events.
Mary has been with St. Mary's University since 1986, and has worked in Development since 1989. She joined Advancement Services as the Gift Reporting Coordinator in 1998. In this role, Mary maintains the tracking system for all gift activity to the University, verifies gift postings, and prepares donor acknowledgments, as well as the annual honor roll of donors. Mary sends out monthly pledge reminders and maintains permanent gift records and files. She also supervises student staff and coordinates the daily operations of the office. 
Jessie has more than 20 years of experience in higher education, most of which were spent directly involved in advancement functions. She joined St. Mary's University in the role of Prospect Research and Database Coordinator in 2007.
Jessica comes to the Office of Development as a graduate of St. Mary's University with a degree in English-communication arts. As a Development Officer, Jessica works closely with the deans as well as faculty and staff to promote funding opportunities to alumni and other constituents. She assists the development team in raising funds for scholarships, programs, and capital improvements based on the funding priorities of the University. 
Ben has worked in the Office of Development since 1997. As Director of Development Programs and Operations, he provides leadership and accountability for the office's day-to-day operations and oversees development officers, corporate and foundation giving, donor stewardship, the St. Mary's Fund, planned giving and administrative support. Ben serves as the chair of the University's Solicitation Committee.
Dolly previously worked at St. Mary's in what was then known as Computer Services from 1970 to 1975. She rejoined the University in the Office of Development in 1994 and has been the Gift Recording Coordinator in Advancement Services since 1998. Dolly processes all gift postings, pledges and matching gift forms for the University. She also prepares and maintains cashier journals and deposit records.
Ronan joined St. Mary's University as the Prospect Research Coordinator in 1996, and became the Director of Advancement Services in 1998. His prior work experience includes 10 years as a real estate appraiser, followed by management roles in financial reporting and reconciliation, compliance, and due diligence for secondary market investors.
Letty joined University Development in 2003. She brings to St. Mary's many years of administrative support experience working in a university setting. Letty is currently the administrative and stewardship assistant. She works closely with the Stewardship Officer coordinating special events, managing the President's Ambassadors program and providing administrative support in the Office of Development. 
Matt has been employed at St. Mary's since 1993. Prior to joining the Advancement Services staff in 2006, he was the business and telecommunications manager for St. Mary's Physical Plant.
Rosemary joined the University Development staff in September 2008. She has been with St. Mary's since 2002, first as an office clerk in Residence Life, and then as the office manager for University Communications. Additionally, she possesses experience working with government agencies, as well as with other nonprofit organizations such as Habitat for Humanity of San Antonio.
Robin comes to the Office of Development from Goldman, Sachs and Co. in New York where she worked with the Experience Hire Recruiting team. She earned a bachelors degree in economics and speech communication and a masters degree with specialization in human resources and marketing, both at St. Mary's. She was also a part of various organizations including Phi Alpha Delta Pre-Law Fraternity, Omicron Delta Epsilon Economics Honor Society, and Lambda Pi Eta Communications Honor Society.
Teri joined the Office of Development in 1997. She provides administrative support to the Director of Development Programs and Operations and the development officers. Teri is responsible for the development budget and all personnel leave management. She also assists with the faculty and staff St. Mary's Fund campaign, special activities and stewardship events. 
