Ava Willis-Barksdale

LINCOLN UNIVERSITY, Pa. — Ava Willis-Barksdale joins Lincoln University as the Vice President for Institutional Advancement and Executive Director of the Lincoln University Foundation, the University announced today. The appointment is effective January 24, 2022.

Willis-Barksdale is a masters-prepared educational professional with over 30 years of success in organizations across the disciplines of education and healthcare with a concentration in the areas of advancement, program building, organizational leadership, and human resources management. Her experience includes special expertise in the leadership of teams in planning, implementing, and evaluating strategic initiatives, and in preparation of fundraising opportunities, grant proposals, and reports. She also has advanced skills in operational management including budget preparation and negotiation, as well as fiscal management of programs and departments.