Westminster College has appointed Nicholas McIntire as the new vice president for institutional advancement following a nationwide search, effective Monday, Feb. 10. McIntire, who will serve on the College’s Leadership Team, will oversee Westminster’s fundraising, donor relations and alumni engagement initiatives.

“It is an honor to join Westminster’s talented institutional advancement team. The College has a rich tradition of preparing students for strong post-graduation outcomes, and I am grateful for the opportunity to be a part of that legacy,” McIntire said. “I look forward to connecting and engaging generations of Westminster alumni with our students, faculty and staff so, together, we can forge Westminster’s bright future.”

McIntire brings more than a decade of higher education advancement and fundraising experience to Westminster College, most recently as senior director of advancement operations and campaign manager at Allegheny College, a position he has held since 2020.

For nine years, he was a member of Slippery Rock University’s advancement division, serving as director of advancement services and donor relations, as well as director of advancement services and administrative systems development. Additionally, as a fundraising consultant since 2016, he has provided consulting services to various colleges, universities and nonprofit organizations.

“Nicholas McIntire comes to Westminster with a wealth of experience and knowledge in fundraising and donor relations, and I am confident he will be a strong addition to Westminster’s leadership team and administration,” said Westminster College President Dr. Kathy Brittain Richardson. “With his college advancement experience, he will be a great asset in engaging our alumni and helping advance the mission of Westminster College.”

McIntire, who resides in Slippery Rock, Pa., holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Information Technology and an MBA, both from Slippery Rock University. He also is a Certified Fundraising Executive (CFRE). He is active in the Council for the Advancement and Support of Education and the Association of Advancement Services Professionals.

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