Our Team
The Office of Development’s mission is to the enrich the lives of those touched by Murray State University by maximizing private support for the University and its mission.
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Dr. Tina Bernot, '14, '21
Executive Director of Development
Office of Development
Melanie Brooks, CFRE '92, '93
Director of Development
College of Education and Human Services and University Libraries
Kyle Johnson, '11
Director of Development
Arthur J. Bauernfeind College of Business and Corporate Giving
Abby Hensley, '07, '08
Director of Development
Hutson School of Agriculture and Student Affairs
Kala Allen-Dunn, '10, '17
Director of Development
College of Humanities and Fine Arts and Honors College
Taylor Mudd
Assistant Athletic Director for Development
Collegiate Athletics
Jennie Rottinghaus, '84
Director of Development
Jesse D. Jones College of Science, Engineering and Technology and the School of Nursing
and Health Professions
Christian Barnes, '18, '19
Director of Donor Engagement and Communications
Coordinator of Town & Gown Community Partnership
Karen Lencki, '18
Development Coordinator
Office of Development
Jennifer Robertson, '15, '18
Assistant Director of Annual Giving
Office of Development
Aviva Yasgur, '21
Administrative Specialist
Office of Development
Advancement Services
Misty Williams, '97
Manager of Advancement Services
Office of Development
Worth Shemwell, '12, '15
Assistant Director of Reporting & Research
Office of Development
Rita Cherry, '03
Advancement Services Specialist
Office of Development
Rhonda Redden
Advancement Services Assistant
Office of Development
Kathy Thweatt, '79, '91
Office Assistant
Office of Development
Samantha Haneline, '90
Advancement Services Specialist
Office of Development
Murray State University Foundation and Planned Giving
Dr. David W. Durr, CFA, CFP
President
Murray State University Foundation
100 Nash House
Murray State's Digital Engagement Center
Our Student Advancement Ambassadors have the opportunity to foster long-lasting relationships between alumni and the University, as well as raise funds to support scholarships, faculty and research and student programming.
Heritage Hall
Dedicated in 2012, Heritage Hall houses the Office of Development and the Hall of Benefactors and Distinguished Alumni, which recognizes alumni, faculty, staff and others who have supported Murray State with their generosity.
Hall of Benefactors & Distinguished Alumni
The Hall of Benefactors & Distinguished Alumni features several displays highlighting Dr. Rainey T. Wells and others who helped start the University nearly 100 years ago, along with the floor of the front entrance featuring names of people who have contributed financially over the years.
Contact Our Office
Murray State Office of Development
200 Heritage Hall
Murray, KY 42071
msu.giving@murraystate.edu
270.809.3001 or 877.282.0033
Office hours: 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday
Please note: Charitable gifts to Murray State University are tax deductible for federal income tax purposes.