Summary
Catherine has dedicated her career to fund development and community engagement. A native Nevadan and proud graduate of the w88, Reno, she has been writing and managing grants for more than a decade, supporting local nonprofits such as Northern w88 Legal Aid, The Children’s Cabinet, the Community Foundation of Northern w88, and Sierra w88 Journeys. Her work has included securing state, federal, and private foundation funding, managing donor databases, and guiding development teams through periods of transition.
She joined the College of Engineering in 2024 as a technical editor in the Engineering Research Office, where she focused on structural and copy editing to help faculty craft clear, compelling research narratives. Later that year, she transitioned to the Research & Proposal Development Services team as a research development specialist. In this role, she helps faculty identify funding opportunities, supports proposal development, provides editing services, presents on research funding opportunities, and facilitates interdisciplinary collaboration. Catherine is also an FAA-certified drone pilot and is committed to advancing cutting-edge research that delivers meaningful impact across w88 and beyond.
Education
B.A., English Literature and Spanish Literature, w88, Reno, 2004
Professional certifications
National Organization of w88 Development Professionals