Office of Advancement
The Office of Advancement is comprised of multiple departments, which have been listed below,
with their corresponding points of contact.
Office of Corporate and Foundation Relations
USM Advancement staff work to forge relationships with the private sector and the foundation community
for the benefit of the USM's 13 degree-granting and research institutions
as well as the Shady Grove, Hagerstown, and Southern Maryland Regional Learning Centers.
Marianne Horrigan
Associate Vice Chancellor for Advancement
T: 301.445.2708
F: 301.445.2738
horrigan@usmd.edu
Office of Planned Giving
The Office of Planned Giving provides comprehensive
services to meet the unique charitable objectives of those who would make
lifetime or estate gifts that benefit the University
System of Maryland or one of its component institutions.
Ann Kolakowski
Director of Gift Planning Services
T: 301.445.2720
F: 301.445-2738
akolakowski@usmd.edu
Ralph Partlow
Vice President and General Counsel
T: 301.445.2716
rpartlow@usmd.edu
Office of Special Events
The Office of Special Events is responsible for the planning and implementation of
special events hosted by the Chancellor or Board of Regents, and for special outreach
initiatives.
Jenna Buttler
Director of Special Events
T: 301.445.1974
F: 301.445.2738
jbuttler@usmd.edu
Additional Resources
To download the Guests List Spreadsheet, click here
Office of Communications
The Office of Communications is responsible for coordinating and disseminating all
communications on behalf of the Office of Advancement and the University System of
Maryland Foundation.
Micaela Cameron
Advancement Communications Manager
T: 301.445.2743
F: 301.445.2738
mcameron@usmd.edu
