Susan Postema Scheeres
About Susan Postema Scheeres
Susan Postema Scheeres serves as the Assistant Director of Donor Communications at the University of Colorado's Advancement Office, bringing over 30 years of experience in communications leadership. She has held various roles at the University of Colorado Boulder and other organizations, focusing on developing effective communication strategies and training teams.
Current Role at University of Colorado
Susan Postema Scheeres serves as the Assistant Director of Donor Communications in the Advancement Office at the University of Colorado. She has held this position since 2022, contributing to the university's efforts in donor engagement and communication strategies. Her role involves developing and implementing communication plans that resonate with potential donors and stakeholders.
Previous Experience at University of Colorado Boulder
Prior to her current role, Susan Postema Scheeres held multiple positions at the University of Colorado Boulder. She worked as the Assistant Director of Communications in the Office for Outreach and Engagement from 2019 to 2021. Before that, she served as the Outreach Communications Manager from 2018 to 2019 and as the Senior Communications Specialist from 2016 to 2018. Additionally, she was the Director of Communications for the Office of Diversity, Equity, and Community Engagement from 2021 to 2022.
Educational Background
Susan Postema Scheeres earned a Master's degree in Journalism from the University of Michigan - Rackham Graduate School, where she studied from 1989 to 1991. She also holds a Bachelor's degree with Honors in History from Northwestern University, which she completed from 1983 to 1987. Her educational background supports her extensive career in communications.
Career in Communications and Curriculum Development
With over 30 years of experience in communications leadership, Susan has developed strategies that effectively convey complex ideas to public audiences. She worked as a Curriculum Developer at Colorado UpLift from 2010 to 2016 and as a Curriculum Consultant for The Random Acts of Kindness Foundation during the same period. Her experience includes training teams to enhance their public communication skills.
Early Career in Journalism
Susan Postema Scheeres began her career in journalism, working as a News Reporter for the Los Angeles Daily News from 1992 to 1994. This early experience in reporting laid the foundation for her subsequent roles in communications and public relations across various organizations.