Stark State College

After earning a bachelor’s degree in 1988, Pat worked at Archbishop Hoban High School, before returning to his alma mater, The University of Akron. 

He moved through the ranks to become Executive Director of the Alumni Association and then Executive Director of Major Gifts.  He then oversaw the College Centered Development Program which included managing the fundraising efforts for 11 degree granting colleges, two regional campuses, 21 centers, 13 institutes, and university libraries.

He moved on to become the Vice President for Hiram College. Along the way, he also earned a master’s degree in Public Administration and a doctorate in Public Affairs and Urban Studies.

Roberts was recruited by Malone University to help them with their capital campaign, major gifting and planned giving. After a stint at Cleveland State University as their Assistant Vice President, he returned to Malone to become Vice President for Advancement.

Most recently he became the Vice President for Marketing, Advancement and Partnerships at Stark State College.

Pat and his wife, Nancy, reside in Akron and have three grown daughters, Erica, Nicole and Jacqueline.