Meet the Team

Emily Punt

Development Director for the College of Education and Human Sciences
Phone (605) 697-7475

Emily Punt is the Development Director for the College of Education and Human Sciences for the SDSU Foundation. A native of Warner, South Dakota, Emily earned her bachelor’s degree in marketing with a minor in sport business from the University of North Dakota in 2015 and her Master of Business Administration from Augustana University in 2023. Prior to joining the Foundation in May 2024, she served as the Assistant Athletic Director for Strategic Partnerships and Director of the A-Club at Augustana University. Emily lives in Sioux Falls with her husband, Nick, and their daughter, Mila.

“I've loved getting to meet the passionate donors and fans of Jackrabbit Nation, continuing the incredible work of the SDSU Foundation.”

- Emily Punt

Emily Punt smiles with her husband and baby daughter
Emily Punt smiles with her husband and two dogs in a field
Emily Punt and another female smile, dressed in Jackrabbit gear