Welcome, Dr. Alex Hopkins!

Joining the UTMB Health Office of Development and Alumni Relations as Senior Director for Alumni Relations and Annual Giving.

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Dr. Alex Hopkins, EdD
Dr. Alex Hopkins is a seasoned higher education executive with over 26 years of leadership experience in alumni relations, philanthropy, and nonprofit strategy. As Director of Alumni Engagement at Kansas City University, Dr. Hopkins has successfully stewarded nearly $5 million in philanthropic gifts and spearheaded comprehensive alumni outreach initiatives, including major giving programs, digital engagement, and national events.

His previous role as Executive Director of Alumni Relations at Baylor College of Medicine and Director of the Medical School Found and Alumni Relations at the University of Missouri highlight a consistent record of strategic fundraising, board leadership, and donor engagement—raising multimillion-dollar contributions and building sustainable alumni networks. Dr. Hopkins holds a Doctor of Education in Higher Education Leadership from Rockhurst University, where his research focused on university endowments in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic. He is also an experienced adjunct instructor, conference presenter, and active contributor to professional and community organizations.

A leader with deep expertise in alumni engagement, development, strategic planning, and university collaboration, Dr. Hopkins continues to champion innovation and inclusion in higher education advancement and alumni relations.