Melissa Denney

Master of Public Administration, Auburn University
Bachelor of Art in Public Relations/Journalism, University of Maryland, University College
Associate Degree, Paralegal Studies, Samford University

Melissa Denney formerly led the alumni relations and fundraising efforts of the CADC before retiring in March 2023. Prior to her role as Director, she was the Development Officer for CADC, after having been a Program Administrator for Rural Studio. She promotes and manages gifts, donations, and awards to the college. An avid fabric collector and quilt maker, Melissa owns seven sewing machines, including a 1947 Singer Featherweight 221 (Sadie) and a 2019 Bernina 20Q (Bernice).