The Atlanta Network

Being a DU community member in this city will have you feeling peachy in the pines! With 1200 community members within 100 miles of Atlanta, this community has been one of the most active networks at DU. This group hosts social gatherings, DU sports watch parties, and educational opportunities to help get and stay connected. The DU Atlanta Network is eager to connect with you and is open to alumni, parents, current students, and friends of DU. Connect with your Atlanta Network Leaders below or reach out to your staff liaison to learn how to get more connected. We can’t wait to hear from you! 

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Meet Jane Adamson

I am a Finance & Accounting Consultant. I have experience in multiple industries working on a variety of projects, such as, software implementations, mergers & acquisitions, financial restatements, forensic accounting, bankruptcy & turnaround. I was a graduate research assistant while I earned my MBA in General Business at DU. I enjoy walking, reading, volunteering, traveling and meeting new people. Please reach out to me for networking. I enjoy staying connected to DU.

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Annual Events

Check out some of our annual events below!

  • Summer Ball Game and Welcome Reception
    • Welcome event for the DU community members that have moved to the Atlanta area and for the incoming students coming to DU.
       
  • Day of DUing Good
    • Annual day of service event for the Atlanta Network that typically takes place in the spring.
       
  • Holiday Celebration 
    • Annual holiday tradition as DU host alumni and friends. 
       
View all events here
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Staff Leaders

Meet Brent Thompson

Director of Regional Engagement

Brent helps guide strategy and execute engagement efforts of all alumni, families, parents and friends across the country and in select international networks as well as develops a programmatic portfolio for the regions in collaboration with Denver-based advancement team. Brent's goal is to create a culture of lifelong engagement and volunteerism among constituents in the regional markets and networks that builds our pipeline for campaign philanthropy and long-term engagement for the University's Global Network. 

Brent has served in a number of different roles throughout his 15-year career in higher education for the University of Oklahoma, University of Texas system and now with the University of Denver. He is also adjunct faculty for the Executive Education in Daniels. Brent has worked in several different capacities including employer relations, career development, accreditation, and alumni engagement. Brent is a proud University of Denver and University of Oklahoma graduate and his entire wardrobe is crimson!

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Meet Craig Baldwin

Director of Development, East Coast

Craig joined DU in 2022 as the Regional Director of Development for the East Coast. Originally from Maryland, he works with graduates from the Northeast and Southeast regions. Craig looks forward to engaging with DU alumni, and learning more from their experiences at the University.

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VOLUNTEER

If you want to share your time and talent in any way outside mentoring and networking, check out VolunteerDU at volunteering.du.edu This portal is a menu of volunteer opportunities and your open door to engage with the DU community. Choose from a variety of one-off and ongoing projects that are meaningful to you.  

The DU Career Network allows you to connect with DU students and alumni for mentoring and career networking. Share your expertise with those pursuing similar professional interests by joining du.firsthand.co

If you have any questions about volunteering with DU, please email alumni@du.edu.

 

CONNECT WITH ATLANTA NETWORK LEADERS

Please email Jane.Adamson@du.edu or Todd.Ford@du.edu to connect with a DU Atlanta Network leader today!

CONNECT WITH DU STAFF LEADERS

Please email brent.thompson@du.edu or craig.baldwin@du.edu to connect.

 

Looking for more ways to connect with DU? Please email alumni@du.edu

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