Our advancement and alumni engagement team is here to answer all your giving questions and help you match your passions with the areas where you want to make an impact. Get started today by choosing a team member from the list, or contact us by phone, email or social media below.
We strive to create exceptional gift and engagement experiences for our alumni and donors, be your trusted partner in philanthropy and ensure our team members have a pinnacle career experience. Please take a moment to learn more about our mission, vision and values.

Phone/Email/Social
Fax: 435-797-1364
Email: advancement@usu.edu
Social: usu.edu/alumni/social
Central Administration

John Cockett
Associate Vice President, Development and Special Initiatives
435-797-5726
john.cockett@usu.edu
Alumni Engagement
Advancement Services
Gift Administration
Bio and Prospect Research
Data Team
Central Development

Karah Altman
Senior Director, Strategic Initiatives and Campaign Operations
214-683-3632
Karah.altman@usu.edu
NEHMA
Planned Giving
Statewide & Extension

Michelle Merrill
Senior Development Director, Statewide & Extension
435-797-8556
michelle.merrill@usu.edu
University-Wide
College Development
Agriculture and Applied Sciences
Arts
Business
Education
Engineering
Humanities and Social Sciences (CHaSS)
Natural Resources
Science
Veterinary Medicine
Athletics Development

Sophia Mann
Associate Development Director, Annual Giving, Athletics
435-797-0449
sophia.mann@usu.edu

Bridger Peterson
Stewardship and Hospitality Coordinator, Athletics
832-344-8886
bridger.peterson@usu.edu
Stewardship & Donor Engagement
Strategic Communications

Janette Robbins
Associate Vice President, Strategic Communications
561-445-8977
janette.robbins@usu.edu