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A comprehensive approach to friend and fund raising for UT geosciences.
The Development & Alumni Relations is working with our friends and alumni to build the strongest geosciences alumni network and academic institution in the world. We are your go-to source for engaging with the Jackson family through events, re-connecting with the 40 acres or making a gift to support future geosciences leaders. Please consider making a gift of your time, talents or treasure to advance the mission of the Jackson School of Geosciences at the University of Texas at Austin within the context of development and alumni relations.
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Andrew WestChief Development Officer Andrew West is the Chief Development Officer for the Jackson School of Geosciences. In this role, he oversees all development and alumni relations activities for the Jackson School. Andrew has spent the past seven years here on campus in the University Development Office supporting initiatives in the College of Fine Arts as well as other programs across campus. He is a proud graduate of the University of Texas at Austin and a lifelong Austinite. Andrew lives in North Austin with his wife Mandy and daughter Abigail. |
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Nick Warrington Director of Major Gifts Nick Warrington join the University of Texas at Austin and the Jackson School of Geosciences in May of 2023. As the Director of Major Gifts, Nick strives to find opportunities for passionate alumni and families to support the mission and future of the Jackson School of Geosciences through philanthropy. He believes that together, the supporters and the Jackson School, can pull together resources to accomplish something that neither could do on their own. Nick has over 10 years of experience in higher education alumni relations & development. Prior to joining the Jackson School, he has worked at Virginia Tech, Wright State University, and Trinity University. Nick resides in San Antonio with his partner and their Bernadoodle, Tilly. |
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Kristen TucekDirector of Corporate Relations Kristen oversees corporate relations at the Jackson School. In this role, she works strategically with industry partners to maximize their philanthropic impact and to increase collaborative opportunities between companies and The University of Texas at Austin. Kristen has a B.S. degree in Nutritional Sciences from Texas A&M University and over 15 years of experience in nonprofit volunteer management. |
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Georgia SandersChief of Staff, Development and Alumni Relations Georgia has over 20 years of experience in different aspects of development. She is responsible for overseeing the Donor Relations programs at the Jackson School – including planning the Evening of Thanks and the Scholars Luncheon, our annual events that recognize and thank donors. Georgia also manages the Geology Foundation Advisory Council meetings. She is a lifelong Longhorn and loves being on campus every day. |
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Marissa StubbeDonor and Alumni Engagement Coordinator Marissa Stubbe is the Donor and Alumni Engagement Coordinator for the Jackson School of Geosciences. In this role she supports the gift officers with event management, stewardship, and other projects. Since graduating from Hendrix College, she has worked in theater and film production around Texas. More recently, she has worked in University Events and Experience at UT. In her spare time, she teaches improv comedy.
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Rebecca EastDevelopment Associate Rebecca East is the Development Associate for the Jackson School of Geosciences and has a passion for supporting UT Austin’s students and stakeholders. After graduating from UT Theatre and Dance in 2020, she spent her early career as a fine arts educator in Austin ISD. More recently she served as the Operations Manager for a local stage labor provider that supported Texas Performing Arts and The Long Center for The Performing Arts in Austin, TX. Hook ‘Em!
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