CVAD Advancement Board General Information

The CVAD Advancement Board aims to help develop alumni, community and public support for the college and bolster philanthropic efforts to secure new major gifts to support the college.  

Mission Statement: The CVAD Advancement Board will inspire, empower and engage alumni, friends, and the community to build a lasting legacy of philanthropy to financially support CVAD's mission and make a positive difference in the lives of our students, faculty and programs. 

The following list comprises the members of the CVAD Advancement Board. For more information, contact Felicia Lewis, senior director of development and fundraising, Felicia.Lewis@unt.edu or Eric Ligon, senior associate dean for administrative affairs, Eric.Ligon@unt.edu. 

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Board Members

Marilyn Archer
D. Jack Davis
Cathy Drennan
Cohn Drennan
Michael W. Faircloth, CVAD alum: 1983, Fashion Design
Susan J. Ellis Gabbard, Distinguished alumna, 1970, B.A., 1994, M.A.
Georgia "Billie" Gough, alum, 1946, in memoriam
Gordon Kendall
Anita Moran
Brandon Murphy

Terence Reynolds
Peggy Sagers
Monica Samson, chair from 2019 to 2021
Phil Samson, Chair, 2024-2027; CVAD alum: 2022, M.F.A., Studio Art
Debbie Johnson Stafford, alum: 1977, B.F.A., Studio Art: Metalsmithing and Jewelry; 1980, M.S., Industrial Arts
Paul R. Voertman, in memoriam
David Wilgus, CVAD alum: 1980, B.F.A., Communication Design: Graphic Design
Jim T. Wilson, CVAD alum: 2018, M.F.A., Studio Art: Drawing & Painting

 

Advancement Board News

Naming of the Michael W. Faircloth Fashion Design Program 

Before the official unveiling of The Michael W. Faircloth Fashion Design Program at the College of Visual Arts and Design, a number of clients and friends came together to share their heartfelt thoughts and reflections. In this video, they express their admiration for Michael Faircloth’s legacy and their support for the program that now bears his name. The unveiling ceremony took place on March 29, 2025, in the UNT Art Building.

Advancement Board, Alumnus Highlight: Terence Reynolds

Terence Reynolds, ’81, B.F.A., Art, will be inducted into the American Advertising Federation’s 10th District Southwest Advertising Hall of Fame!
A true creative powerhouse, Reynolds has shaped some of the world’s most recognizable brands, from Alfa Romeo, Jeep, Hyundai, and Zales to Ulta Beauty, Summer’s Eve, The Patrón Spirits Company, and Metro PCS. His award-winning work continues to leave an impact on national and international stages, proving that creativity and business acumen can go hand in hand. Read more about it on CVAD News & Views.
 

CVAD Advancement Board Undergraduate Scholarship

The CVAD Advancement Board Undergraduate Scholarship is funded solely by Advancement Board members and is dedicated to helping students pay for college. Kicked off by CVAD Advancement Board member Marilyn Archer with the inaugural gift, this is a merit-based scholarship.

Jaclyn Williamson Design Scholarship

Through the Jaclyn Williamson Design Scholarship created by her parents, Sarah and Kenneth Williamson, in memory of their daughter Jaclyn's legacy lives on — allowing her to continue to take new designers under her wing as they grow and strengthen their skills.