Meet Our Team
Staff listing
Rachel Vassel ’91, G’21
Associate Vice President
Rachel provides leadership of the office, with a focus on strategy, programs, and marketing efforts that increase alumni engagement and philanthropic support.
Contact Rachel at 315.385.9988 or revassel@syr.edu.
Bria Sowell '14, G'16
Director of Development
Bria is responsible for the overall planning, implementation, and management of SUMA’s fundraising program. This includes developing and executing fundraising strategies, identifying and cultivating major donors, and building and maintaining relationships with key stakeholders to increase underrepresented alumni philanthropic support.
Contact Bria at 315.391.6279 or bmholnes@syr.edu
Maria J. Lopez ’05, G’12
Assistant Director of Scholarship Programs
Maria administers students experience portion of the Our Time Has Come (OTHC) scholarship and Leadership program, plans and executes all Multicultural Advancement student events. She also oversees the department’s social media platforms.
Contact Maria at 315.247.7667 or mjlopez@syr.edu
Monique Frost
Administrative Specialist
Monique supports many areas, including overall operations, group fundraising, events and gift processing.
Contact Monique at 315.443.4556 or mvfrost@syr.edu