Institutional Advancement, Development, Marketing & Communications
Welcome To The Office of Institutional Advancement, Development, Marketing & Communications
Welcome to the Office of Institutional Advancement, Development, Marketing and Communications. We are the bridge between EWU’s legacy and its future. Through strategic fundraising, community engagement, and bold storytelling, we work to ensure that Edward Waters University continues to grow, thrive, and serve. Whether you are a donor, a partner, an alumnus, or a friend of the university, there is a place for you in this work.
Empowering Students. Strengthening Communities. Advancing Edward Waters University.
The Division of Institutional Advancement, Development, Marketing & Communications advances the mission of Edward Waters University by building meaningful relationships, securing resources, and sharing the stories that demonstrate the University’s impact.
Through philanthropy, alumni engagement, strategic communications, and community partnerships, we connect individuals and organizations to the transformational work taking place at Edward Waters University. Our efforts help create opportunities for students, strengthen the Jacksonville community, and support the University’s continued growth and success.
The Division includes:
- Development & Institutional Advancement – Fundraising, donor relations, annual giving, corporate and foundation relations, and advancement services.
- Alumni Engagement – Building lifelong connections with alumni through engagement, volunteerism, and philanthropy.
- Marketing & Communications – Elevating the University’s brand, visibility, and storytelling efforts.
- Community & Strategic Partnerships – Cultivating relationships that expand opportunities for students and strengthen our community.
Meet the Team
Dra. Luz D. Randolph
Senior Executive Director of Institutional Advancement, Development, Marketing & Communications
Email: l.randolph@ew.edu
Phone: (904) 470-8059
Mr. Brion Eason
Executive Director of Marketing & Communications
Email: b.eason@ew.edu
Phone: (904) 470-8252
Ms. Shauna Hope
Director of Annual Giving & Data Innovation
Email: s.hope@ew.edu
Phone: (904) 470-8069
Ms. Chardanae’ Green
Manager of Advancement Operations
Email: c.green1708@ew.edu
Phone: (904) 470-8838