The CSU Foundation is proud to serve our students and University, helping to ensure that the promise of success and accomplishment becomes reality.
Today’s students will one day join a talent pool and workforce that includes thousands of CSU graduates who have been influencing and advancing society’s collective good for the better part of 50 years.
Where belonging becomes purpose
When Graceyn arrived at Cleveland State University, she felt the same quiet uncertainty many first-year students do: new place,...
Your support helps alleviate the pressures that can cause some of our students to simply give up, only a few short steps away from obtaining a college degree.
Just a little help can change everything
Ann Frangos knows exactly why she gives to Cleveland State—because someone once gave to her. As the first in her...
Thank you for investing in our students. Your support is transforming lives, igniting hope and pulling dreams within reach.
Staff
Advancement
Julie M. Rehm, Ph.D.
Vice President, University Advancement
Executive Director, CSU Foundation
216.523.7275 | Email
Constance Karapelou, BA ’87, MA ’02
Senior Director of Advancement, Gift and Estate Planning
216.875.9838 | Email
John P. Keller, BA '01
Senior Director of Advancement, Monte Ahuja College of Business
216.687.5481 | Email
Kimberlee E. Jones, MA, CNP
Senior Director of Development, Levin College of Public Affairs and Education
216.875.9846 | Email
Advancement Services
Alumni Affairs
Anne-Marie E. Connors, MA Ed
Associate Vice President, Alumni Relations and Corporate Engagement; Executive Director, CSU Alumni Association
216.340.3344 | Email
Erica Nordlund
Director, CSU Alumni Association
Annual Giving
CSU Foundation
Finance
John Petrus, JD, CPA
Assistant Vice President, Finance & Administration, Assistant Treasurer, CSU Foundation
216.523.7240 | Email
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