Dear Colleagues,
It is with mixed emotions that I share the news that Jeff O'Hagan, York's vice-president Advancement, will be leaving the University on April 1 for a new role as vice-president, University Advancement at Western University. While I am sorry to lose Jeff as a colleague, I know that this new role is an excellent opportunity for him both personally and professionally, and a testament to his many achievements here at York over the past 10 years.
Jeff came to the University in 2011 after serving as chief executive officer of the Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre Foundation, where he led all aspects of the foundation and its Campaign for Sunnybrook.
Jeff O'Hagan
Throughout his time as vice-president advancement at York, Jeff has been a devoted champion of cross-campus collaboration, and he has worked tirelessly with leaders and staff across the University to engage alumni and donors and advance the University's strategic priorities. In particular, his collaborative work on developing and launching Impact: The Campaign for York University has significantly furthered the Advancement portfolio at York, garnering nearly 60,000 donations to date, and rallying the support of York's alumni and donors to mobilize new ways of thinking, prepare engaged global citizens, and build stronger communities.
Jeff's colleagues at York will miss his strong leadership and commitment to fostering a culture of philanthropy and alumni support across the University. He leaves the University with a robust Advancement portfolio, and an active and engaged local and global alumni network.
Please join me in thanking Jeff for his significant contributions to York and wishing him all the best in his new role.
Sincerely,
Rhonda L. Lenton
President and Vice-Chancellor
This story was originally featured in YFile, York University's community newsletter.
