MCLA Names New Vice President for Institutional Advancement
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NORTH ADAMS, Mass. — Mary Hastings, a development executive with roots in the Northern Berkshires, joins Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts this month as vice president for Institutional Advancement.
“I am extraordinarily excited to join MCLA, as I have seen the college praised and recognized for its excellence, which is a credit to the vision and energy of the board, faculty, administration and entire MCLA community,” Hastings said.
According to MCLA President James F. Birge, Hastings brings substantial experience in fundraising and development strategy to MCLA.
“Mary’s experience in development and expertise in fundraising make her ideally suited for this position,” Birge said. “I’m excited to work with her in her new role as she leads and enriches the work of the Office for Institutional Advancement.”
Before serving as executive director of the American London Symphony Orchestra Foundation, Hastings was the acting chief development officer for The Boys Club of New York; director of development for The New School for Jazz and Contemporary Music and The New School for Drama; director of special events for The Foundation for Jewish Culture and director of education and community outreach at the Bloomingdale School of Music.
Hastings grew up in Williamstown. That experience provides her with years of perspective into the college’s growth over the years. The accolades that MCLA has received in recent years, she said, put the college in an excellent position for further development and recognition.
“MCLA doesn’t stand still. I’m fortunate to have watched from afar the growth and advancements it has made in the quality education that it delivers, one that values the region’s resources, and one that understands that students can make choices with their education,” Hastings said.
Hastings also is deeply familiar with values and principles in higher education as she has served on the faculty of Queens College and Hunter College. A professional trumpeter, she continues to teach trumpet, and is an active Broadway and classical music performer.
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