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As Vice President for Institutional Advancement, I have the privilege of working alongside an extraordinary community of alumnae/i, donors, families, faculty, staff, and friends who believe deeply in the power of a Cedar Crest education. Together, we ensure that our mission – to educate the next generation of leaders with purpose, confidence, and a commitment to making a difference – remains at the heart of all we do. 

We are proud to foster lifelong connections with our alumnae/i, creating meaningful opportunities to stay engaged, give back, and remain part of the Cedar Crest story. At the same time, we are honored to partner with our donors, whose generosity fuels opportunity for our students – opening doors, expanding access, and strengthening the experiences that define a Cedar Crest education. 

Our work is grounded in building a vibrant, connected community united by a shared belief in our students and in the future we are shaping together. 

Thank you for being part of Cedar Crest. 

Lynn M. Staples, MBA ’21  

Vice President for Institutional Advancement 

Elayah Toney ’26

“Thank you so much for the opportunity to be awarded this scholarship and for allowing me to further my education. With the financial aspect of my education not being stressful, I was able to focus more on my schooling and academic priorities compared to worrying about providing another income for my mother. Thank you so much for your support, your time, and your generosity because it has made a significant difference in my life.”

Elayah Toney ’26
Major: Biology (Pre-Veterinary Track)
Donor Stories
  • Megan Stauffer Solt ’08 M’19 Leadership Prize:

“I remember one student told me that I taught her more about accounting in her 3-month internship than she felt she learned in her four years of college. That made me realize my purpose. As a leader, I would not be doing my job if I were not supporting, mentoring, or educating others on my team. I want students to realize their potential as leaders and to be recognized with this prize during their pivotal college years. Cedar Crest has been a part of my life since I was a little girl, and I wanted to leave my legacy at Cedar Crest through this prize for years to come.”

Donor Stories
  • Dr. Megan Kees ‘05 Annual Scholarship:

“I have been fortunate enough to be successful in my career and a part of that is due to the foundation and education I received at Cedar Crest. This scholarship allows me to give back to students that are walking the same path I did back then. Volunteering and giving back are both very important to me; from APO and the Lutz Center at Cedar Crest to the Wildlife Medical Clinic and Veterinary Student Outreach Program at vet school. This scholarship is a way for me to continue to do that,” shared Dr. Kees.