Kansas State University Foundation
Susan Wolf Berhow has a diverse work experience spanning over several years. Susan began their career as a Faculty Kid at Rice University from October 1974 to August 1993. Susan then worked as a Features Editor at Killeen Daily Herald from May 1997 to January 1999. Subsequently, they served as the Editorial Director at St. Edward's University from January 1999 to July 2002. From August 2002 to February 2006, they worked as a Publications Editor/Writer at Kansas State University. Susan then moved on to Kansas State University Foundation, where they held various roles, including Assistant Director of Communications (February 2006 to August 2014), Interim Director of Communications (August 2014 to March 2016), Associate Vice President of Marketing Communications (March 2016 to September 2022), and currently holds the position of Vice President of Marketing Communications.
Susan Wolf Berhow obtained a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) degree in Communication with honors from Southwestern University from 1993 to 1997. Susan then pursued further education at Kansas State University, obtaining a Master of Science (M.S.) degree in Mass Communications/Public Relations from 2003 to 2006. In addition to their formal education, Susan has also obtained certifications including "Unconscious Bias" from LinkedIn in October 2022 and "Certified ANA Marketing Professional (CAMP)" from the Association of National Advertisers in March 2021.
Kansas State University Foundation
The KSU Foundation is K-State's strategic partner for philanthropy. We inspire and guide philanthropy toward university priorities to boldly advance K-State. Foundation staff members work in close partnership with university administrators, deans and faculty to secure charitable contributions from individuals, corporations and foundations to support identified priorities for the university and K-State 2025. Gifts received through the foundation fund undergraduate and graduate student scholarships, establish faculty chairs and professorships, provide college and departmental support, and enhance the campus infrastructure. After the money is raised, it must be prudently managed. This function is managed by foundation staff members who work under the guidance of an advisory committee of trustees. Note: The Kansas State University Foundation was established in 1944 and is a separate, independent entity chartered by the state of Kansas as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit education corporation. Gifts made to support K-State through the KSU Foundation are used according to the donor’s wishes and may not be reallocated by the state. Gifts to the foundation are tax-deductible to the full extent of the law.