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Vice President for Institutional Advancement

Position Number: 6851862
Location: Chambersburg, PA
Position Type: Development and Fund Raising

Vice President for Institutional Advancement
Wilson College

Wilson College invites inquiries, applications, and nominations for the position of Vice President of Institutional Advancement (VPIA). Wilson College is a private coeducational college rooted in the liberal arts and sciences. Located in Chambersburg, Pennsylvania, on a historic 300-acre campus, the institution offers undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs and is committed to a transformative educational experience that balances academic quality, access, affordability, and supportive rigor. Wilson's 2,081 students take classes in-person, online, and via hybrid modalities. A new campus in King of Prussia, Pennsylvania is scheduled to open in February 2026 to support hands-on lab immersion experiences for three new hybrid accelerated graduate healthcare degree programs.

The tradition of philanthropy for Wilson is strong. The We Rise: United for Wilson's Future e three-year campaign concluded in 2025, surpassing all expectations. Donor gifts exceeded the initial $16 million goal, totaling more than $21.7 million in support of debt reduction, scholarships, growth initiatives, faculty and staff support, and unrestricted giving. For the sixth consecutive year, the Wilson Fund exceeded $1 million annually.

Reporting to President Dr. Wesley R. Fugate, the Vice President for Institutional Advancement will work collegially with peers to advance Wilson College's mission, bringing creativity, collaboration, and strategic vision to fundraising and engagement efforts. Key priorities include sustaining and accelerating fundraising momentum following a successful comprehensive campaign; diversifying revenue streams and engagement strategies; strengthening alumnae and alumni relationships across generations; growing the Wilson Fund from $1.5 million to $2 million annually; revitalizing the Conococheague Society to expand planned giving; serving as a visible ambassador for the College in the region; and leveraging technology to deepen relationships with donors, community partners, corporations, and foundations. The VPIA will also apply insight and experience to address broader challenges facing higher education and the evolving role of philanthropy.

The search for Wilson College's VPIA is being assisted by Mike Maxey at Academic Search. Applications, nominations, and expressions of interest can be submitted in confidence to WCVPIA@academicsearch.org. Though applications will continue to be accepted until the position is filled, only those materials received by March 2, 2026, are assured full consideration. For more information about the institution, position, qualifications, and application process, please review the full search profile, available for download on the Academic Search website Additional information about the Wilson College VPIA is available at wilson.edu.

It is the policy of Wilson College to provide equal employment opportunities without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, marital/familial status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, having a General Education Development Certificate rather than a high school diploma, or any other protected characteristic applicable under law. Wilson College prohibits discriminatory harassment and sexual harassment, including sexual violence and any type of sexual misconduct.