Debbie Windley

Debbie Windley
Debbie Windley
Director of Corporate & Foundation Relations,

Meet Debbie Windley

OF NOTE:
I am interested in motivating students to reach their potential both in their Faith and in their professional pursuits. I am also excited to connect friends of the Abbey with potential funding opportunities that allow them to have a legacy that continues to transform lives.

KNOWN FOR:
I am a very structured, but fun- loving instructor who puts my students, their Faith journey and their professional development at the forefront of my teaching.

WHEN NOT IN THE CLASSROOM, CAN OFTEN BE FOUND:
Spending time with my family and friends and enjoying the outdoors.

POPULAR QUOTE:
Each day is a gift. Embrace each moment with the grace, strength, and compassion that you are given to love and serve others as Jesus Christ has first done this for you and in “Whatever you do, do it heartily, as to the Lord and not to men, knowing that from the Lord you will receive the reward of the inheritance” (Col. 3:23-24)

Examples of classes taught by Debra Windley:

  • Business Communication with a Writing Emphasis
  • Numerous introductory writing and literature courses in the English Department
  • B.S. Appalachian State University
  • M.A. Appalachian State University
  • Certifications from Wake Forest University: Business Essentials for Nonprofit Management and Financial Management for Non-Financial Majors
  • CFRE (Certified Fundraising Executive): This is a rigorous certification program that has to be renewed every 3 years.

Business Internship Supervisor

I am interested in motivating students to reach their potential both in their Faith and in their professional pursuits. I am also excited to connect friends of the Abbey with potential funding opportunities that allow them to have a legacy that continues to transform lives.

I am a member of the Gaston Business Association, Montcross Area Chamber, am an advisor for the Rotaract Club on campus, serve on several community boards and am on the Gaston One Taskforce for Gaston County.

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