Welcome Nicholas School Alumni & Friends!

The Office of Development and Alumni Relations (ODAR) at the Nicholas School of the Environment is dedicated to fostering an engaged and supportive community of alumni, donors, and friends.

Our mission is to cultivate meaningful relationships that advance the school’s vision of inspiring and nurturing environmental leaders. We strive to secure financial resources, promote lifelong learning, and encourage active participation in the Nicholas School’s initiatives. By building strong connections between the school and its supporters, we aim to enhance our collective impact on environmental research, education, and stewardship.

Want to get involved? We invite you to explore our site and get in touch with us!

Office of Development and Alumni Relations Team

The Office of Development and Alumni Relations is located on the 4th floor in Grainger Hall at 9 Circuit Drive, Durham, NC 27708. Members of the ODAR team can be reached at odar@nicholas.duke.edu or by calling 919.613.8003.

Kevin McCarthy

Associate Dean, Development & Alumni Relations

Ann Thurston

Senior Director of Development & Major Gifts

Pam Jones

Director, Advancement Services & Donor Relations

Christy Thompson

Director, Alumni Engagement & Annual Giving

Katelyn O’Grady Hnilo

Assistant Director, Alumni Engagement & Annual Giving

Julia Vail

Assistant Director, Communications & Donor Relations

Sarah Pfeister

Development Projects & Board Relations Coordinator