Katie Darr
About Katie Darr
Katie Darr serves as the Director of Development and Alumni Affairs at the Yale School of Music, a position she has held since 2021. She has extensive experience in development roles at various organizations, including previous positions at Yale University and the Crohn's & Colitis Foundation of America.
Current Role at Yale School of Music
Katie Darr serves as the Director of Development and Alumni Affairs at the Yale School of Music. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing development initiatives and alumni relations, focusing on enhancing engagement and support for the school. She has held this position since 2021, contributing to the school's mission and objectives through strategic planning and relationship building.
Previous Experience at Yale University
Prior to her current role, Katie Darr worked at Yale University in various capacities. She served as the Assistant Director of the Yale College Alumni Fund from 2013 to 2016, where she was involved in fundraising and alumni engagement efforts. Following this, she held the position of Associate Director of the Yale College Alumni Fund from 2016 to 2018, further developing her expertise in alumni relations and development.
Professional Background in Development
Katie Darr has a diverse professional background in development and fundraising. Before joining Yale University, she worked as the Team Challenge Endurance Manager at the Crohn's & Colitis Foundation of America from 2012 to 2013. Additionally, she served as the Development Coordinator at Girls in the Game from 2010 to 2012, where she focused on program development and fundraising strategies.
Educational Background
Katie Darr holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology and Sociology from Huntington University, which she completed from 2003 to 2007. She furthered her education by obtaining a Master of Social Work with a focus on Community Health and Urban Development from the University of Illinois at Chicago, studying from 2008 to 2010. Her educational background supports her work in development and alumni affairs.