Drew University has named Christopher M. Biehn as its new vice president for development and alumni relations. In his new position, Biehn will oversee the school’s advancement efforts, which includes the departments of Annual Giving, Major and Planned Gifts, Leadership Gifts, Alumni Relations, and Corporate and Foundation Relations. He joined the University on September 1.
In announcing the appointment, Drew President Robert Weisbuch said, “Chris’ record is one of accomplishment. Throughout his career, he has consistently exceeded goals and has demonstrated a talent for building winning teams. He understands the crucial excitement of a liberal arts education and is a strong proponent for the kind of institution we are and the goals we’ve set for ourself.”
One of Biehn’s first priorities will be to get out and meet with alumni.
“I’m looking forward to learning about the university and why it is so special to them,” he says. “It’s clear that Drew alumni feel a strong bond with their alma mater. I’m eager to speak with them and hear, in their words, what it is about the institution that motivates them to provide the support that’s vital to ensuring the next generation of students has a hallmark Drew experience.”
For the last eight years, Biehn has served as the chief advancement officer for the Williston Northampton School in Easthampton, Massachusetts. Prior to this, he served as the director of development for the College of William & Mary’s School of Education, director of institutional advancement at The Albany Academy, director of annual giving and special projects at Glens Falls Hospital, and director of development and alumni affairs at Lynn University.
Biehn holds a BA in philosophy from Hobart College in Geneva, New York. He has three children and is married to Julie Biehn.