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The Fingerprints of Fifty-plus Years

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The Fingerprints of Fifty-plus Years

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The fingerprints of 50+ years: Father David Brown’s remarkable legacy at Belmont Abbey College

Those of us outside the monastery are naturally curious about what life might be like on the inside. After more than 50 years as a Benedictine — putting one foot in front of the other, as he describes it — Fr. David Brown, OSB, provides a glimpse into the heart of monastic life. He embodies the Benedictine hallmarks of stability and obedience, prayer and conversatio, discipline, stewardship, humility, hospitality, community, and love.

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Belmont Abbey College Welcomes Daniel Wiseman as Vice President of Advancement

July 7, 2026
Belmont Abbey College Welcomes Daniel Wiseman as Vice President of Advancement Belmont, N.C. (July 7th, 2026) – Belmont Abbey College is pleased to announce the appointment of Daniel Wiseman as its new Vice President of Advancement. Bringing more than 25 years of fundraising and advancement leadership in Catholic organizations and higher education, Daniel will lead the college’s efforts to strengthen philanthropic support and deepen engagement with alumni, donors, and friends of the Abbey. Wiseman joins Belmont Abbey from Clemson University, where he served as the Executive Director of Gift and Estate Planning. Throughout his career, he has held leadership positions in advancement at Clemson University, the Archdiocese of Atlanta, and the University of Mississippi, among other nonprofit and higher education institutions. His extensive experience in philanthropy, donor engagement, and strategic fundraising positions him to advance Belmont Abbey’s mission and long-term growth.  As the Vice President of Advancement, Wiseman will oversee the college’s fundraising, alumni relations, planned giving, donor stewardship, and advancement operations, cultivating relationships that sustain Belmont Abbey’s Catholic and Benedictine mission.  “Daniel brings a remarkable combination of leadership experience, strategic vision, and a deep appreciation for the mission of Catholic higher education,” said Dr. Jeffrey Talley, President of Belmont Abbey College. “Throughout his career, he has demonstrated an exceptional ability to build meaningful relationships and inspire philanthropic support. We are delighted to welcome him to Belmont Abbey and look forward to the leadership he will provide to advance our mission.” Before attending Indiana University, Wiseman served three years in the United States Army, including service during Operations Desert Shield and Desert Storm as a Forward Observer with the 3rd Infantry Division. He credits his military experience with shaping his leadership style through teamwork, communication, and “esprit de corps.”  At the beginning of his civilian career, Wiseman worked on political...
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