NDSU Foundation
Josh Christianson is an experienced development professional currently serving as the Managing Director of Development at the NDSU Foundation since May 2024. Prior roles include Sr. Philanthropy Officer at Hospice of the Red River Valley from February 2023 to May 2024, and Executive Director for University Advancement at Bemidji State University from May 2018 to March 2023. Josh's background also includes notable positions such as Director of Advancement and Alumni Affairs at UND Aerospace and Development Officer at the University of North Dakota Alumni Association and UND Foundation. Additionally, Josh led the Northland Community & Technical College Foundation as Executive Director from 1999 to 2001. Josh holds a Bachelor’s degree in Communication/Public Relations from the University of North Dakota, completed between 1994 and 1999.
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NDSU Foundation
The North Dakota State University Foundation and Alumni Association creates opportunities to advance education, research, and service at the University. We work in close collaboration with faculty, staff, students, and alumni, along with businesses, different industries, and the community, to better understand and represent common interests. With the needs of the entire university in mind, we efficiently and effectively raise funds, manage assets, and administer other privately funded resources to stimulate continued development at NDSU. The Foundation achieves success by: •Partnering with the University community to deliver education at a higher level in new environments; •Building on its strong relationship with NDSU alumni and the Alumni Association; •Supporting the continuous improvement of the quality of an NDSU education, research, the University experience, and athletics; •Recognizing best practices in the spirit of collaboration with other higher learning institutions for the mutual benefit of all; •Working with the University to engage with state and local government, alumni, businesses, and industry communities to stimulate University advancement and economic development through visionary planning, innovation, and entrepreneurship; •Communicating effectively with donors and partners on relevant issues and our stewardship and recognizing them for their contributions; and •Increasing the visibility of the University and enhancing its image – locally, regionally, nationally, and internationally.