Wichita, KS— Friends University is excited to welcome Darin Kater as the new Vice President of Student Life.
Kater is an ‘88 and ‘90 Friends University alumnus and has previously dedicated 18 impactful years of service to the institution, including in the Student Life department. He’s also the son of the late Jack Kater, a beloved Friends University athletic director, men’s basketball coach and golf coach at Friends, and who was honored by “Jack Kater Court” in the Garvey Physical Education Center.
Kater joins from the Wichita State University Foundation, where he served successfully since 2008, most recently as the Senior Vice President for Development. He has held the titles of director of development for planned giving, senior director of development for planned giving and annual fund and vice president for development throughout his career. In addition to the VP of Student Life role, Kater will support advancement efforts through his planned giving expertise.
“Darin brings a wealth of experience in higher education and years of executive leadership back to his alma mater, paired with a deep passion for Friends University and its Christian mission,” said Dr. Amy Bragg Carey, President of Friends University.
Kater is married to his wife, Tara, a former high school educator, and enjoys spending time with his children and grandchildren. His volunteer interests include coaching youth sports and serving in various teaching and administrative positions at his church. He has held memberships with the Partnership for Philanthropic Planning, Wichita Estate Planning Council, Council for the Advancement and Support of Education, Association of Fundraising Professionals and served as president of Rotary Club of East Wichita.
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