Cheryl Kisling
About Cheryl Kisling
Cheryl Kisling serves as the Principal Gift Officer in the President's Office at the University of Colorado, a position she has held since 2013. With extensive experience in development roles at various educational institutions, she has contributed significantly to fundraising efforts throughout her career.
Work at University of Colorado
Cheryl Kisling has served as the Principal Gift Officer in the President's Office at the University of Colorado since 2013. In this role, she focuses on securing major gifts to support the university's initiatives and strategic goals. Her tenure in this position has spanned over 11 years, contributing to the university's fundraising efforts and engagement with alumni and donors.
Previous Roles at University of Colorado Foundation
Before her current role, Cheryl Kisling held several positions at the University of Colorado Foundation. She served as the Vice President for Development from 2007 to 2013, where she was responsible for overseeing fundraising strategies. Additionally, she worked as the Director of Development from 2004 to 2007, focusing on development initiatives at the CU Anschutz Medical Campus.
Experience at University of Northern Colorado
Cheryl Kisling has a history of leadership roles at the University of Northern Colorado. She was the Principal Gift Officer for a brief period in 2003. Prior to that, she served as the President of the University of Northern Colorado Foundation from 1999 to 2003 and as Vice President from 1995 to 1999. These roles involved managing foundation operations and fundraising efforts in Greeley, Colorado.
Education and Expertise
Cheryl Kisling earned her Bachelor's degree in Journalism from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, where she studied from 1977 to 1981. She later obtained a Master's degree in Communication and Media Studies from the University of Northern Colorado, completing her studies from 2002 to 2006. Her educational background supports her expertise in development and communication within the higher education sector.