Ian Foster

Ian Foster serves as the Director of Stewardship and Donor Relations at the University of California, Riverside, since October 2012, where responsibilities include overseeing donor relations programs, managing the UCR Foundation scholarship program, and providing logistical support. Previous roles at UCR include Chief of Staff for University Advancement and Executive Administrative Specialist, where crucial analysis and project management were executed to support leadership. Prior experience at Ashford University as Student Events Manager and Lead Graduation Coordinator involved coordinating events and managing departmental budgets. Earlier, Ian Foster worked at San Diego State University in various roles focused on conference services and logistics. With a Master's degree in Organizational Management from Ashford University and a Bachelor's in Liberal Arts from San Diego State University, Ian Foster has a well-rounded background in event management and donor relations.