David Baggs named VP for Advancement
David A. Baggs has been named vice president for advancement, effective June 1.
Prior to his arrival at CSU, Baggs served as the assistant vice president for advancement at Cleveland State University in Ohio. He led the university’s efforts in advancement services, alumni relations, annual giving, development marketing and communications and corporate and foundation engagement.
“I look forward to joining the Charleston Southern University community and helping to strengthen the connections between the University and its alumni, friends and the greater Charleston region,” said Baggs. “CSU is an excellent university with strong potential for growing its development and alumni programs. I welcome this new challenge.”
Baggs began his fundraising career as the director of capital campaigns at Asbury College in Kentucky. He was later promoted to director of development. During his tenure Baggs facilitated the largest pledge in the college’s history.
Baggs also served as the regional director for major gifts at the College of William & Mary in Williamsburg, Virginia. Baggs served as the vice president of institutional advancement at Lake Erie College, where he played an instrumental role in the fundraising efforts that resulted in major campus renovations and a significant increase in giving.
“David has a wealth of development experience in both private and public higher education,” said President Jairy C. Hunter. “David’s commitment to Christian higher education will be invaluable to the university’s growth and vision.”
In 1990, Baggs graduated with a bachelor of science in education from Asbury College. He later earned his master of education in higher education administration at the University of Arkansas. While at William & Mary he also attended the National Planned Giving Institute. He is married to Kim, and they have two children, Aubrey and Camden.
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