Park University Names Catherine O'Sullivan as New Director for Development and Alumni Relations
Catherine O'Sullivan, a seasoned professional with a diverse background in education, arts, and healthcare, has been appointed as the Director of Development and Alumni Engagement at Park University, effective from April 21, 2025.
While specific information about O'Sullivan's career background before her appointment at Park University remains undetermined, her extensive experience in various roles within the field of advancement and alumni engagement is well-documented.
Prior to her new role, O'Sullivan served as the Manager of Individual Giving for the Kansas City Symphony from 2017 to 2019. Before that, she held the position of Director of Alumni and Constituent Relations at the University of Missouri-Kansas City (UMKC) for four years, from 2008 to 2012.
O'Sullivan's career in the education sector also includes a stint at UMKC's School of Medicine from 2012 to 2016. In her most recent position, she served as a Talent Acquisition Advisor for Imperial PFS from November 2021 to March 2022, and as a Healthcare Recruiter for PRN Healthcare from May 2022 to July 2023.
In her new role at Park University, O'Sullivan will be responsible for inspiring alumni and supporters to contribute their time, talent, and resources to advance the university's programs, scholarships, and initiatives. She will be working in the Office of Advancement and Alumni Relations.
O'Sullivan's duties will include building and nurturing relationships with alumni, donors, and friends of the university, as well as identifying, cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding donors to foster a deep sense of connection and commitment to Park University's mission and strategic goals.
One of her key responsibilities will be to create meaningful opportunities for engagement and collaboration among alumni and supporters. O'Sullivan, a resident of Kansas City, Mo., earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in English composition and literature from Fairfield University, Connecticut.
It is worth noting that O'Sullivan is not the owner of Remix KC, a fact that has been clarified in the light of some misconceptions.
With her wealth of experience and passion for education, O'Sullivan is poised to make significant contributions to Park University's advancement and alumni engagement efforts. Her appointment is a testament to the university's commitment to fostering strong relationships with its alumni and supporters.
The new role of Catherine O'Sullivan at Park University, in the Office of Advancement and Alumni Relations, focuses on personal growth and career development as she aims to inspire alumni and supporters to engage in education-and-self-development opportunities. By building and nurturing relationships with alumni, donors, and friends of the university, O'Sullivan intends to foster a deep connection and commitment to Park University's mission and strategic goals, ultimately encouraging continuous growth for both the university and its supporters.
