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Tiffany Newton, Director

Tiffany Newton serves as Director of Alumni and Parent Relations at the University of Puget Sound, where she builds meaningful connections between the university and its alumni, parents, families, and friends. With more than 20 years of experience in higher education, Tiffany brings a relationship-centered approach shaped by her background in social work and her own experience as a first-generation college student.

Originally from rural Northern California, Tiffany is passionate about creating opportunities for people to connect, collaborate, and engage with the Puget Sound community. Outside of work, she enjoys exploring the Pacific Northwest, spending time on the water, and discovering new adventures in Tacoma.

Contact Tiffany about:

  • Alumni Travel
  • Alumni Council
  • Alumni or Parent Communication Requests
  • General Office Operations/Questions
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Nolan Ryan,‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ Associate Director

Nolan Ryan has spent more than a decade coordinating collegiate events and engaging alumni across the Puget Sound region. A Tacoma enthusiast, Nolan is always ready with a local dining recommendation. Outside of work, he enjoys hiking and biking with his partner and exploring with their goldendoodle, Jax.

Contact Nolan about:

  • Regional Alumni Clubs and Events
  • Logger Link and the Alumni-Student Mentoring Program
  • Maroon Society
Veronica Bellocci
Veronica Bellocci, Assistant Director

Veronica Bellocci is an experienced program curator with over seven years in museum curation and education, particularly within non-profit institutions. She is dedicated to creating engaging flagship events that honor tradition and yet bring new ideas that resonate with all generations of Loggers. As a proactive collaborator, Veronica works closely with university partners and divisions to strengthen relations in and amongst the campus community. Outside of work, Veronica enjoys finding new outlets to express her artistic interests. If not knitting, practicing photography, cooking, or crafting embroidery, she always enjoys sipping a matcha from Oppenheimer café and a walk with her two dogs, Lucy and Lily.

Contact Veronica about:

  • Summer Reunion Weekend
  • Homecoming & family Weekend
  • Alumni Affinity Groups
  • Class Community Committee
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Sophia Montiel, Office Manager

Contact Sophia about:

  • General Office Inquiries
  • Alumni Communication Requests
  • Parent and Family Orientation