Division of Institutional Advancement Mission Statement
The mission of Institutional Advancement at the University of West Alabama (UWA) is to provide leadership, expertise, support, and implementation in the areas of fundraising, donor relations, alumni relations, public relations, communications and marketing. In accordance with our University’s mission, Institutional Advancement is committed to finding the appropriate resources to help UWA meet the state's educational needs, particularly in the West Alabama region.
Meet the Staff
Office of the Vice President
Dr. Chris Thomason, CFRE
Vice President for Institutional Advancement
205-652-3586
Office of Alumni Affairs
Office of Development
Chris Theriot, CFRE
Director of Grants and Resource Development Liaison
Division of Institutional Advancement and Office of Sponsored Programs & Research
205-706-0542
Amanda P. McRae
Development Officer
UWA Foundation Scholarships, Major Giving, Special Projects
205-652-3579
Office of Marketing & Communications
Office of Public Relations
