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Mary Kathryne Wadford

Mary Kathryne Wadford

Major Gifts Officer

Office: Holland Hall | 2nd Floor

Office Phone: 803.321.5694

Email: MaryKathryne.Wadford@newberry.edu

Department: Office of Advancement

Degrees:

B.A. | Columbia College (2007)

Bio:

Mary Kathryne Wadford joined the Newberry College staff in February 2024. She came to Newberry from her alma mater, Columbia College, where she served as director of philanthropy and engagement and major gifts officer. She has over a decade of experience in advancement, having also served the District Five Foundation, the South Carolina Governor’s School for Science & Mathematics Foundation, and the Muscular Dystrophy Association.

Wadford holds bachelor's degrees in history, political science, and public affairs from Columbia College.