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Jane Barghothi named vice chancellor for university advancement at App State

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Jane McIntyre Barghothi ’96 has been named Appalachian State University’s vice chancellor for university advancement. Barghothi has served as senior associate vice chancellor for university development since July 2019. Photo by Marie Freeman

“Jane is a consummate advancement professional who brings strong leadership, innovative ideas and passion for the success of our students to her work every day. As an alumna, she knows firsthand the power of an App State education and I know she will bring together her long-standing knowledge of our university and her strong professional skills to advance our fundraising operation in support of the academic mission.”

Appalachian Chancellor Sheri Everts

“In a time in which the university and the State of North Carolina face significant resource challenges, I applaud Chancellor Everts for her quick and decisive action in filling this much-needed position. Jane has proven herself to be skilled and knowledgeable in her current role, and Appalachian’s trustees are confident she will continue to elevate our university.”

John M. Blackburn, chair of Appalachian’s Board of Trustees

By Elisabeth Wall
Posted June 15, 2020 at 4:35 p.m.

BOONE, N.C. — Jane McIntyre Barghothi ’96 has been named Appalachian State University’s vice chancellor for university advancement. Barghothi has served as senior associate vice chancellor for university development since July 2019.

“Jane is a consummate advancement professional who brings strong leadership, innovative ideas and passion for the success of our students to her work every day. As an alumna, she knows firsthand the power of an App State education and I know she will bring together her long-standing knowledge of our university and her strong professional skills to advance our fundraising operation in support of the academic mission.”

Appalachian Chancellor Sheri Everts

In her new position she oversees development operations, which support the university’s educational efforts, strategic plan and vision by cultivating and strengthening relationships with stakeholders of the institution. She is also responsible for leadership of the Appalachian State University Foundation Inc. and the Office of Alumni Affairs. The appointment is effective July 1.

“In a time in which the university and the State of North Carolina face significant resource challenges, I applaud Chancellor Everts for her quick and decisive action in filling this much-needed position. Jane has proven herself to be skilled and knowledgeable in her current role, and Appalachian’s trustees are confident she will continue to elevate our university.”

John M. Blackburn, chair of Appalachian’s Board of Trustees

John M. Blackburn, chair of Appalachian’s Board of Trustees, said, “In a time in which the university and the State of North Carolina face significant resource challenges, I applaud Chancellor Everts for her quick and decisive action in filling this much-needed position. Jane has proven herself to be skilled and knowledgeable in her current role, and Appalachian’s trustees are confident she will continue to elevate our university.”

“Jane is a consummate advancement professional who brings strong leadership, innovative ideas and passion for the success of our students to her work every day,” Appalachian Chancellor Sheri Everts said. “As an alumna, she knows firsthand the power of an App State education and I know she will bring together her long-standing knowledge of our university and her strong professional skills to advance our fundraising operation in support of the academic mission.”

As senior associate vice chancellor of university development, Barghothi oversees the major gift and annual giving fundraising programs in addition to donor stewardship and prospect research.

“I look forward to fully engaging with Appalachian’s alumni, parents, donors and friends at such an important time in our university’s history,” Barghothi said. “I have the opportunity to work with incredible leadership and a talented team to grow our outreach, fundraising and partnership initiatives for our students, faculty, staff and the entire Appalachian Community. To do this important work at my alma mater is an honor.”

Prior to joining Appalachian, she served as executive director of development at the University of Georgia. She has also worked in fundraising roles at the University of South Carolina Darla Moore School of Business and the University of Wyoming.

Barghothi, a native of Charlotte, earned a Bachelor of Science in political science from Appalachian. She also holds a Master of Public Administration from the University of South Carolina.

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About University Advancement

Appalachian State University’s Division of University Advancement supports and encourages the university’s mission by engaging alumni, friends and the greater community. University Advancement staff help connect these constituents with Appalachian through one-on-one contact and special programming, thereby securing the resources necessary to create the best possible learning environment for Appalachian students and to positively impact the community, region and state. The division incorporates the offices of Alumni Affairs, Development and the Appalachian State University Foundation Inc. Learn more at http://give.appstate.edu.

About the Office of Alumni Engagement

Appalachian State University’s Office of Alumni Engagement creates and fosters communities of App State alumni. Its programs provide all App State alumni populations with meaningful engagement opportunities to network — connecting Mountaineers with each other and their alma mater. The university’s Alumni Association consists of more than 150,000 living alumni. Membership is free and automatic for all App State graduates. Learn more at www.alumni.appstate.edu.

About Appalachian State University

As a premier public institution, Appalachian State University prepares students to lead purposeful lives. App State is one of 17 campuses in the University of North Carolina System, with a national reputation for innovative teaching and opening access to a high-quality, cost-effective education. The university enrolls more than 21,000 students, has a low student-to-faculty ratio and offers more than 150 undergraduate and 80 graduate majors at its Boone and Hickory campuses and through App State Online. Learn more at https://www.appstate.edu.

“Jane is a consummate advancement professional who brings strong leadership, innovative ideas and passion for the success of our students to her work every day. As an alumna, she knows firsthand the power of an App State education and I know she will bring together her long-standing knowledge of our university and her strong professional skills to advance our fundraising operation in support of the academic mission.”

Appalachian Chancellor Sheri Everts

“In a time in which the university and the State of North Carolina face significant resource challenges, I applaud Chancellor Everts for her quick and decisive action in filling this much-needed position. Jane has proven herself to be skilled and knowledgeable in her current role, and Appalachian’s trustees are confident she will continue to elevate our university.”

John M. Blackburn, chair of Appalachian’s Board of Trustees

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