Who are we?
The Development and Alumni department is outward-looking, consultative and committed to building meaningful relationships with alumni, donors, staff and students. We respond to the evolving needs of the University, our students, and wider society and collaborate to fulfil social, cultural and economic benefit to Edinburgh, Scotland and the world – as outlined in the University’s Strategy 2030.
Development and Alumni is structured around five distinct functional areas - Alumni Relations, College Advancement and Health Philanthropy, Philanthropy and Donor Relations, and Services - and we work together collaboratively and creatively to build the Edinburgh community, nurture and develop talent, and advance world-leading education and research.
Find out more about our alumni community, how we support them with resources, events and access to information and networks, and how they contribute to the life of the University.
Find out more about how you can get involved in supporting our work and read about the impact of philanthropy and how it supports students, research, and teaching.
Leadership team
- Chris Cox - Vice Principal Philanthropy and Advancement
- Chloe Kippen - Director of College Advancement and Health Philanthropy
- Kate Brook - Director of Advancement Operations
- Rebecca Jones - Director of Alumni Relations
We are located in central Edinburgh and accessible by foot, bike, or public transport. The office building is wheelchair accessible.
We offer a number of services to support research, teaching and alumni engagement.
Guidance and official policies and procedures.
Fundraising for student clubs and societies