Megan Khan
About Megan Khan
Megan Khan serves as the Deputy Director of the Office of Principal Gifts at Yale University, a position she has held since 2018. Her extensive career in development includes roles at Yale University and the University of Virginia, where she focused on major gifts and regional development.
Current Role at Yale University
Megan Khan serves as the Deputy Director of the Office of Principal Gifts at Yale University. She has held this position since 2018, contributing to the university's fundraising efforts and managing relationships with major donors. Her role involves strategic planning and execution of initiatives aimed at enhancing philanthropic support for the institution.
Previous Experience at Yale University
Megan Khan has extensive experience at Yale University, having worked in various capacities. She served as the Acting Director of the Department of Parent Gifts for six months in 2021 and as the Development Liaison for the Yale Schwarzman Center from 2021 to 2022. Additionally, she held the position of Senior Associate Director in the Office of Principal Gifts from 2012 to 2018, where she focused on major gift fundraising.
Education and Academic Background
Megan Khan studied at the University of Virginia, where she earned a Bachelor's degree in History and Psychology from 1991 to 1995. She completed her secondary education at Lafayette High School. Her academic background provides a foundation for her work in development and fundraising.
Professional Experience Prior to Yale University
Before her tenure at Yale University, Megan Khan worked at the University of Virginia in various roles, including Senior Associate Director of Regional Development and Associate Director of Annual Giving. She also gained experience in the publishing industry, working as an Associate Publicist at Random House and as an Online Producer at Barnes & Noble. Her diverse background includes a brief stint as a Junior Agent at William Morris Endeavor.