University Advancement

NC State Advancement Vice Chancellor - Brian Sischo — **Brian Sischo**
Vice Chancellor for University Advancement
bcsischo@ncsu.edu
919-515-9085
Gwendolyn McKeever, Executive Assistant

Mission

University Advancement amplifies NC State’s local and global impact by nurturing lifelong relationships, championing philanthropy and strengthening the Wolfpack community.

Vision

Advance the power of the NC State community.

Values

Empathy

We forge deep, meaningful connections with the Wolfpack and one another. We are compassionate, caring, generous with our time and energy, and open to the experiences of others. We are committed to truly understanding and responding to human needs, both within and outside of University Advancement.

Fun

We approach our work with spirit, optimism and a sense of fun. We create and nurture a vibrant work community, one that focuses on belonging and professional fulfillment. We are committed to embodying the positive, optimistic attitude of NC State and sharing these feelings with others.

Innovation

We foster a culture of curiosity, invention and continuous learning. We encourage experimentation, explore new approaches and embrace emerging technologies. We are committed to thinking differently, adapting to change and achieving the best possible outcome, today and tomorrow.

Pride

We pursue meaningful work and the satisfaction it brings. We honor the contributions of everyone within University Advancement and celebrate each success as our own. We are committed to excellence, mutual respect and the feelings of accomplishment that flow from fulfilling our university’s mission.

Service

We prioritize the needs of our constituents and community first. We ensure that everyone understands the importance of delivering exceptional work that exceeds expectations. We are committed to being collaborative, responsible, attentive and helpful in ways that advance the public, land-grant university we serve.

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Advancement Services

Advancement Services supports the operations of Alumni Relations, University Development and University Communications. The department oversees the alumni and donor database, Advance™, working to process gifts and conduct research about potential contribution opportunities.

Alumni Engagement and Annual Giving

Alumni Engagement and Annual Giving integrates engagement and giving opportunities for the NC State Community. The department executes a variety of strategies, including supporting the Alumni Association Student Ambassadors, Affinity and Regional Network Programming, Annual and Leadership Giving Opportunities with the goal of strengthening the relationship between the NC State Community and the University.

University Communications and Marketing

University Communications, a part of University Advancement, builds positive relationships between NC State University and our many constituents through strategic internal and external communications that convey the university’s brand identity.

University Development

Your gift is especially important – whether it supports hard-working students, dedicated faculty or innovative programs that make life better for all of us who go to NC State. Alumni, parent, faculty, staff and friend gifts add up to a powerful level of support across our University.

University Special Events and Experiences

The University Special Events and Experiences team works alongside NC State staff, faculty, students, alumni and friends to build institutional pride and unite the Wolfpack community through the production and management of many of the university’s events and programs.

Vice Chancellor’s Council

The council comprises representatives from across University Advancement and serves as an advisory and recommending body to the vice chancellor. The group promotes a diverse array of topics for discussion in order to address emerging needs, leverage opportunities and ultimately, achieve the mission of University Advancement at NC State.

Meet the 2024-25 members