Hicks Named Associate Vice President in University Advancement

BUFFALO, N.Y. -- Kenneth M. Hicks, associate vice president for development for The University of Connecticut Foundation, has been appointed associate vice president for constituent development in the Division of University Advancement at the University at Buffalo, effective Dec. 19.

In his new position, Hicks will be responsible for implementing a comprehensive school and unit-based fundraising program that successfully meets university and school/unit targets and contributes to the overall growth of private philanthropy at the university.

He also will be responsible for the cultivation, solicitation and stewardship of a group of select prospects.

While at The University of Connecticut Foundation, Hicks also served as associate vice president for principal gifts, major gifts and constituent programs.

In addition, he has held positions as assistant vice president for campaign operations at Drexel University and director of donor relations at Syracuse University.

Hicks received a bachelor's degree in engineering from the United States Military Academy and a MBA from Syracuse University.