Barton relies heavily on the generosity of our alumni and friends. Their support ensures our continued evolution as a progressive leader in higher education. We appreciate their commitment to the educational opportunities we provide to our students.

The Division of Institutional Advancement oversees Barton's fund-raising efforts and works to strengthen ties with our external audiences while enhancing Barton's image.

The Development Staff

Carolyn H. Brown
Vice President for Institutional Advancement
252-399-6358
chbrown@barton.edu
Carolyn is responsible for providing vision and leadership in the areas of alumni programming, development, and marketing necessary to support the goals outlined in the strategic plan of Barton College.

Caroline Hart
Assistant Vice President for Institutional Advancement
252-399-6533
cohart@barton.edu
Caroline has division-wide responsibilities but is primarily responsible for overseeing efforts related to the Barton Society, major gift fundraising, the Annual Fund, and alumni programming.

Vann Pearsall
Director of Annual Giving
252-399-6360
svpearsall@barton.edu
Vann directs efforts related to Barton's Annual Fund and Bulldog Club membership.

Frances Belcher
Development Projects Specialist
252-399-6357
fbelcher@barton.edu
Frances ensures that basic administrative needs are met, stewardship efforts are carried out in an appropriate and timely manner, financial records of the development function are accurate, and that prospect/donor files are maintained.

Cheryl Brown
Coordinator of Advancement Services
252-399-6381
cebrown@barton.edu
Cheryl is primarily responsible for ensuring the integrity of the Institutional Advancement database, including the processing of all gifts and updating of alumni/donor information.