Introducing Our New Associate Director of Development: Allison Stiver

Greetings from Walter Library! 

I am delighted to serve as the new Associate Director of Development for the School of Physics and Astronomy. It’s an honor to work alongside a world-class department that’s making a significant impact here in Minnesota and across the nation. I’m eager to connect with our dedicated community of alumni, donors, and friends.

A heartfelt thank-you to everyone who supports our school—whether through volunteering, mentoring, giving, or simply staying engaged. Your generosity is crucial to advancing our mission and ensuring we can continue to inspire and support the next generation of scientists.

Your gifts:

Provide scholarships so talented undergraduate students can pursue their
dreams without financial barriers

Attract and retain the brightest graduate students through fellowships, fueling
research that tackles global challenges

Support faculty in delivering innovative teaching and conducting groundbreaking
discoveries

If you're interested in making a lasting impact—now or in the future—I’d love to connect. Together, we can shape what’s next for physics, astronomy, and the students who will lead the way.

Allison Stiver
Associate Director of Development
612.624.1735
[email protected]
give.umn.edu