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Dan Queathem
Senior Director of University Advancement
Dan Queathem is Vice President for University Advancement at Quincy University, where he leads fundraising, donor relations, alumni engagement, and communications in support of the university’s Catholic and Franciscan mission. Since joining QU in 2024, he has worked with university leadership to deepen donor and alumni relationships, expand support for students, and build on the strong momentum of recent years. With more than a decade of experience in advancement, Queathem has guided campaigns totaling more than $120 million, directed annual giving programs reaching hundreds of thousands of households, and trained hundreds of nonprofit leaders and volunteers. His prior consulting work included supporting colleges and universities, social service organizations, Roman Catholic archdioceses and dioceses, and a variety of other nonprofits across the country. A St. Louis native, Dan and his wife, Lauren, live in Quincy with their three children. d.queathem10@quincy.edu 217-228-5209
Taylor Rakers
Director of Advancement
In his role of Director of Advancement, Taylor oversees day-to-day operations of university fundraising and donor relations for Quincy University. He brings to QU’s advancement team significant nonprofit leadership and fundraising experience, directing a local organization through a period of record-breaking growth and impact. Taylor builds collaborative and results-driven environments by aligning staff with the organization’s mission and strengthening team culture.
In his free time, Taylor co-founded and runs the Quincy Youth Flag Football League, which serves nearly 300 youth in the Quincy area. The program instills a sense of discipline in the young athletes and fosters a love of football in a safe environment. Taylor is also an active member of St. Peter church with his wife, Lynn and their four children. Contact Taylor at 217-228-5221 or by e-mail at t.rakers51@quincy.edu
Chris Brennemann
Director of Community Relations
Chris promotes Quincy University to both the internal and external community and ensures that the approved tone and voice of the university is represented within our mission and brand standards across all university departments. She also develops editorial content including press releases, news stories, profiles, features, and interviews. Chris serves as the editor for the bi-annual publication of the QUniverse Alumni Magazine and oversees all visual design elements, social media platforms, calendars, bulletin boards, video boards, and YoDeck content and playlists for the university. Chris joined the advancement staff in 2022. Contact Chris at 217-228-5219 or by e-mail at c.brennemann14@quincy.edu
Miriam Hermann
Coordinator of Advancement Services
Miriam Coordinates gift processing and database management. She works closely with administration and staff to fulfill the mission and objectives of the Office of University Advancement. She maintains the database and assists in planning fundraising and alumni events. She works closely with administration and staff to fulfill the mission and objectives of the Office of University Advancement. Miriam joined the advancement staff in 2017. Contact Miriam at 217-228-5226 x3455 or by e-mail at hermami@quincy.edu
Maureen Kennedy
Coordinator of Alumni Services
Maureen oversees the development, organization and coordination of alumni events including Homecoming, Scholarship Luncheon, Campaign Celebrations and Regional Alumni Events. She also serves as the liaison to the National Alumni Board, Alumni Chapters and external alumni event committees such as the Sports Hall of Fame, Legal Hall of Fame and various golf event committees. Maureen coordinates Alumni affinity programs such as the Alumni Book Club, Alumni Concierge Service, Alumni Mentor Program (AMP), Golden Hawks, the Alumni Volunteer Program. Maureen joined the advancement staff in 2023. Contact her at 217-228-5227 x3450 or by e-mail at m.kennedy86@quincy.edu
Jim Lawrence
Coordinator of Digital Media Production
Sandy Trudell
Web Manager
Sandy oversees the functionality of the website, evaluates and manages the website performance, and facilitates hosting and server management agreements with external vendors. She also develops, maintains and updates website content. Sandy graduated from QU in 1994 with a Bachelor of Arts in Art History. She has been a member of the Advancement office since 2019. If you need any assistance with web changes, contact Sandy by email at website@quincy.edu
Bianca Hill
Social Media Specialist
Bianca is responsible for planning and executing strategies for QU’s primary and alumni social media (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, etc.) Including monitoring and tracking the performance of university platforms, online conversations and participating in them to build brand visibility and leadership. She also assists with university event publicity with posting and promoting events on social media. She joined the Advancement office in 2025 and can be reached at 217-228-3451 or social@quincy.edu
Shane Wingerter
Coordinator of Graphic Design
Shane coordinates, designs, and oversees the creation and production of all visual communications initiatives for Quincy University across multiple mediums and assures overall consistency of University brand standards. He also oversees mailroom, printing and copying for the university. Shane graduated from QU in 2017 with a Bachelor of Fine Arts and joined the University in 2019 and the advancement staff in 2024. Contact him at 217-228-5275 x3940 or by e-mail at graphics@quincy.edu
Brian Stitt
Coordinator of Development
Brian helps to administer and organize development efforts and materials for the Advancement office. He oversees events and efforts for the QU Fund such as All In for QU; he works with various campus organizations on fund-raising goals and strategies; and he coordinates with the entire advancement team to maximize engagement and returns. Brian joined the advancement staff in 2024. Contact him at (217) 228-5225 or at b.stitt07@quincy.edu.
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