Ruth Ann Burke

Ruth Ann Burke serves as the executive director for the Okoboji Summer Theatre, where she plans to help the Company celebrate 63 seasons in the Iowa Great Lakes region during her 24th season next summer. During the school year, she is a Director of Philanthropy and Engagement, connecting with Stephens College supporters and overseeing marketing and corporate sponsorships for the School of Creative and Performing Arts. Before returning to Columbia in 2007, Burke worked in marketing and public relations in Seattle. She is a proud alumna of Stephens College, where she earned her B.F.A. and M.B.A. She also received an M.A. from Drake University.