Josh Hawkins graduated from Western Kentucky University in 2003 with a Bachelor of Arts in History and Social Studies (emphasis in Education). He is currently enrolled in the Master of Public Administration program at WKU and is expected to graduate in December 2009. After spending three years as a student in the Phonathon program, Josh began his career in Institutional Advancement as an office associate in the Office of Alumni Relations and Annual Giving at WKU.
In July 2004, Josh was hired as the Director of Development for the College of Education at Auburn University. His responsibilities included prospect identification, cultivation, proposal and stewardship to foster gifts of $25,000 or more. This included not only prospect research, but working with the college’s faculty, staff and alumni in researching and developing detailed giving opportunities within the college.
In August 2006, Josh returned to WKU as an Assistant Director in the Office of Alumni Relations and Annual Giving. While in that position, he was responsible for the Alumni Association Membership campaign, Faculty-Staff campaign, President’s Circle membership solicitation (gifts of $1000 or more) and seven alumni chapters throughout the region. During this time he also served as an adviser for the Alumni Leadership Scholar program.
In January 2008, Josh was hired as the Director of Development for Co-Curricular Activities at WKU. His responsibilities included the areas of Student Affairs, Campus Services, Honors College, DELO, Leadership Studies, University College and several others within the university.
In March 2009, Josh began serving as Director of Development for University Libraries and Student Affairs.
Really interesting article.
Looks like a really promising career Josh.
Regards
Chris
Nice one, i wish u all the best.
These accomplishments are more than an average citizen can ever hope for. Well, diligence and good karmic returns pay off I suppose. Kudos to Josh Hawkins.
Best of luck here Josh, we are happy to have you.
I took the Phonathon program at MSU. Tough stuff. I remember those days.
Hey Josh, I hope you’re doing well and that your first year has gone smoothly.
Great job. Congratulations and good luck.
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Very impressive line of history he has there! He sure hit the road running right out of college, which is great. Congrats Josh Hawkins.
Good luck, we are sure you will do a great job in your new position!
Great job Josh, I knew you from long ago and am very proud!
That’s really a big number:”In January 2008, Josh was hired as the Director of Development for Co-Curricular Activities at WKU. His responsibilities included the areas of Student Affairs, Campus Services, Honors College, DELO, Leadership Studies, University College and several others within the university.”
It proves hard work pays off…nice bio. Wish you all the best. Sean
Congratulations Josh, wish you the best. Sean
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Way to move up Josh!
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The comment above me is well believed… and no I’m not becoming sarcastic. No pun intended.
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A good recovery in career! Very Dramatic encounter his ability to work, to go that route, so little time – this is an example for others. Good luck!
Thanks for the bio, wish you continued success. Katy
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Hey Josh, wish you best luck as the director of development. Hope you like this job. Best luck!
Hey Josh, wish you best luck as the director of development
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