Friends University is pleased to announce the promotion of Jessica Boone to Director of Alumni Relations. Boone has been with the university for three years with the Advancement team and before that, she completed her undergraduate studies at Friends University.
“Jessica is no stranger to Friends University. She’s the child of an alumni, became a student and later the Director of Development,” said Brie Boulanger, associate vice president of advancement. “She has a love for the university, especially the Fine Arts and understands the mission and vision here at Friends. She has built lasting relationships with many of our alumni. We’re excited she accepted this position where she can further connect and engage our alumni community with the students, events and happenings on campus.”
The University Advancement team at Friends University provides a way for former students who have shared the legacy of the Friends experience to stay connected with their peers, professors, events and university news post-graduation.
“The University and the Advancement office are very special to me,” said Jessica Boone. “Ironically, I got my start here in this office as a student worker and later returned in my professional career as the Grants and Advancement Events Coordinator. I am excited to serve and support our amazing alumni as the Director of Alumni Relations and look forward to learning and developing ways to engage our alumni in all areas of the campus.”
Boone holds a Bachelor of Science in Human Services/Psychology, a Bachelor of Arts in History and is currently pursuing a Master of Business Administration with a Concentration in Change Management from Friends University. She began her career at Friends University as the Grants and Advancement Events Coordinator in 2019. Boone previously worked for a small, local nonprofit organization in Wichita. When she is not serving donors and alumni, she loves traveling and exploring new restaurants with her husband, Nate and spending time with family and friends. Friends University, a Christian University of Quaker heritage, equips students to honor God and serve others by integrating their intellectual, spiritual and professional lives.