Evansville Native Monique Dozier Appointed UE Assistant Vice President for Development
Evansville, Ind. (02/04/2026) — The University of Evansville (UE) is pleased to announce the appointment of Monique Dozier as Assistant Vice President for Development, effective March 3. A graduate of Harrison High School in Evansville, Dozier returns home to serve the community that helped shape her, bringing with her more than two decades of distinguished leadership in higher education..
In this role, Dozier will provide strategic leadership to the University's Development operations, including oversight of Major Gifts and Advancement Services, with a focus on advancing philanthropic strategy, strengthening donor engagement, and supporting the University's long-term fundraising goals. Partnering closely with the Vice President for University Advancement, she will help ensure a coordinated, donor-centered approach to fundraising aligned with institutional priorities.
Dozier brings extensive senior-level experience in fundraising and development operations. Most recently, she served as Vice Chancellor for University Advancement and President of the Foundation at North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University. Her career also includes senior advancement leadership roles at the University of California, Riverside; Morehouse College; and Michigan State University. She has served on the board of trustees for the Council and Support of Education (CASE), Salesforce Advancement Advisory Board, IBM Predicative Analytics Board, amongst others.
"We are delighted to welcome Monique to the University of Evansville as she returns to her hometown. Her professional experience and accomplishments, combined with a deep personal connection to this community, will be a tremendous asset as we continue advancing the philanthropic priorities of UE," said Abigail Werling, Vice President for University Advancement.
In addition, the Office of University Advancement has announced that Sylvia DeVault will transition into the role of Senior Director of Community and Engagement, also effective March 3. In this expanded leadership position, Sylvia will oversee Corporate and Foundation Relations, in addition to leading the Alumni and Engagement team, which includes Alumni Relations and Annual Giving. This transition reflects both Sylvia's strengths after serving UE for more than 30 years and the University's continued commitment to deepening community partnerships, alumni connections, and external engagement.
These leadership appointments are part of a thoughtful restructuring within University Advancement designed to strengthen alignment, enhance collaboration, and support long-term philanthropic growth. Together, these changes position the University's Advancement unit for continued momentum and success in advancing the mission of the University of Evansville.
Werling added, "Sylvia has been an integral part of the University for many years, and we look forward to the leadership, partnership, and energy she and Monique will bring to the Office of University Advancement as we continue working together to move the University Forward."
The University of Evansville is a private, comprehensive university with a solid foundation in the arts and sciences and professional schools in business, engineering, education, and health sciences. Established in 1854, UE is recognized across the globe for its rich tradition of innovative, academic excellence and dynamic campus community of #Changemakers.
Home of the Purple Aces, UE is located in the southwestern region of Indiana and offers over 75 majors, 17 Division I sports, and a unique study abroad experience at Harlaxton, the University's very own Victorian manor located in the countryside of England. For more information, please visit evansville.edu.
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