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Western Advancement Building relationships. Connecting ideas. Creating opportunities for impact.

Since 1878, Western University has empowered the bright minds and transformative ideas that are changing the world. Over the past 145 years and counting, the impact of our global “Purple and Proud” community has reached far beyond our classrooms and campus, shaping communities, driving innovation and making change across countless disciplines. And as we look to the opportunities and challenges ahead, our Advancement team is ensuring alumni, donors and partners can continue to invest in, sustain and even amplify this impact.

Western Advancement is where the possibilities of tomorrow are realized.

Our team works together to build lasting connections between graduates and their alma mater, engage a growing community of donors, and nurture opportunities for them to realize their personal, professional and philanthropic goals through the University.

Our Departments

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Advancement Operations

Advancement Operations A vital engine that fuels all aspects of the University’s fundraising and alumni engagement efforts HomeAdvancement Operations Tracy Loosemore Executive Director, Advancement Operations Email: tloosemo@uwo.ca Administrative Officer: Andrea Kemps Phone: 519-661-2111…

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Alumni Relations

Alumni Relations Dedicated to engaging our 375,000+ alumni around the world and fostering lifelong connections between them, their alma mater and each other. Home Alumni Relations Sarah Dawson Associate Vice-President,…

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Development

Development Advancing Western’s global impact by inspiring philanthropy among alumni, partners and the greater community. Home Development Bobbie O’Connor Associate Vice-President, Development Email: bobbie.oconnor@uwo.ca Administrative Officer: Tasha Blanco Phone: 519-661-2111 ext….

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Our Mission, Vision and Values

Vision

Our Vision

To inspire lasting impact through meaningful philanthropy and lifelong connections.

Mission

Our Mission

We believe in the transformative power of higher education and research. We advance Western’s impact by building global connections that inspire philanthropy and lifelong community.

Values

Our Values

At Western Advancement, our work is rooted in the unwavering values of Integrity, Collaboration, Accountability, Respect and Excellence. Learn more