Mission Statement The Office of Institutional Advancement serves to promote and advance Rosalind Franklin University’s mission and vision by fostering and developing relationships with alumni, supporters, community leaders, elected officials, local citizens, corporations and foundations, nonprofit partners, and the media. Through the work of Alumni and Community Affairs, Development, and Marketing & Communications, the Office of Institutional Advancement secures philanthropic, volunteer and leadership resources while enhancing visibility for the University and its educational and outreach programs. Vision Statement The Office of Institutional Advancement will be recognized for excellence in providing innovative and integrated programs for the advancement of the University and the diverse communities we serve. Value Statement The staff of the Office of Institutional Advancement is committed to the University’s core values of excellence, integrity, communication, professionalism, scholarship, intellectual curiosity and diversity. In our daily work, we maintain a commitment to strengthening partnerships across the University community and to providing service through communication, collaboration, and leadership. Our Advancement team is responsible for: 1. Philanthropy 2. Alumni and Community Affairs 3. Marketing and Communications 4. Government Relations Tina M. Erickson Vice President for Institutional Advancement Room 1.325 Office: 847-578-8589 tina.erickson@rosalindfranklin.edu Lolita Edwards Administrative Assistant Room 1.325 Office: 847-578-8391 lolita.edwards@rosalindfranklin.edu