Building Allen’s future, together.
Giving, alumni relations, marketing and communications, and sponsored programs. Institutional Advancement connects alumni, donors, partners, and the community to the students and mission of Allen University.
Main contact
For giving, partnerships, alumni, and general questions.
(803) 376-5725 OIA@allenuniversity.eduFind the right office, fast.
Not sure? Email OIA@allenuniversity.edu and we’ll point you in the right direction.
- Giving
Make a gift or plan a donation
Give online, set up a monthly gift, or talk with us about planned giving.
- Alumni Affairs
Stay connected as an alum
Update your information, share your news, and join the Alumni Association.
- Marketing & Communications
Media, stories, and brand
Press inquiries, story ideas, and use of the Allen name and logo.
- Title III & Sponsored Programs
Grants and federal programs
Title III and sponsored program questions.
- Events
Galas and campaigns
The UNCF Scholarship Gala and Allen’s giving campaigns.
- Partnerships
Corporate and community partners
Sponsor an event, support a program, or partner with Allen.
Meet Institutional Advancement.
- Mr. Ti BarnesVice President, Institutional Advancement(803) 376-5724tbarnes@allenuniversity.edu
- Ms. Tiana ScarlettAssociate Vice President, Marketing and Communications(803) 376-5717tscarlett@allenuniversity.edu
- Mrs. Doris CochranDirector, Alumni Affairs(803) 376-5724dcochran@allenuniversity.edu
- Ms. Cynthia L. NealDirector, Title III and Sponsored Programs(803) 376-5716cneal@allenuniversity.edu
Every gift opens a door on Harden Street.
Give $18.70 a month, in honor of Allen’s founding year, and support scholarships all year long.

