Let’s Meet a Chapter Member

Each eNews, we introduce you to one of our wonderful Chapter Members, through question and answer type interview article.

So, in the hotseat this edition is Josephine Evans, Alumni Director, St George’s College

What is the length of time you’ve been in Educational Advancement?

I’ve been working in schools for 20 years (eek)! It started as an 8 hour a week job, which has grown considerably since then. Prior to that I was the librarian at a law firm in the city 

What is the professional achievement / accomplishment that you are most proud of? 

At the beginning of COVID-19, our Head of College wanted to stop almost all aspects of my job (Annual Giving program and production of an Alumni magazine particularly) and I managed to convince him that it was still possible to do both of those things, just in a different way to reduce cost. 

What is the most impactful book you have read or podcast you have listened to?

Podcast – Maintenance Phase (focused on debunking the junk science behind health fads) was the first podcast I listened to that made me understand why people love podcasts so much.  

Do you have any tips or words of advice for new members and/or those new to Advancement?

• Join Educate Plus and go to all of their Professional Development sessions, SIGs, Summits, conferences and social events.
• Meet as many people in Advancement that you can. 
• Ask for help when you need it 

What are three things that you enjoy doing in your spare time?

Driving the tractor at my brother’s farm, going to the beach… and sleeping! 

Thank you Josephine… it’s been wonderful getting to know you!