Distinguished Alumni Spotlight: Norman Hertzer, BA’64, MD’67
I’m pleased to announce that the IUAA will be spotlighting alumni who have named and special scholarships that are awarded during the annual DASA weekend. Through these alumni profiles, we hope to highlight the exemplary service of these distinguished alumni, and in turn, we wish to inspire greater generosity. One such exemplar is Norman Hertzer …
read moreAlumni Spotlight: The Legacy of Maurice L. Burns, Sr.
When Mallorie Berger, BA’94, contacted the IUAA about her grandfather’s story of service, we just had to share this history in our blog. These are her words that convey pride in not only her IU education, but also her grandfather’s tremendous legacy. On February 19, 2022, I had the distinct privilege to represent my family …
read moreCelebrating Excellence in Volunteerism
During Alumni Leaders Weekend in June, the IUAA will present three volunteer awards: The Gertrude Rich Award, the IUAA Volunteer Leadership Award, and the IUAA President’s Award. Three outstanding volunteers will each receive the IUAA President’s Award, the IUAA’s highest volunteer award: Jim Foster, BS’67, of Chapel Hill, NC Leslie Kidwell, MA’13, of Indianapolis Herman …
read moreWith Deep Appreciation
April is National Volunteer Month and we at the IU Alumni Association have much to be thankful for. I wanted to send a special note of appreciation to you, our treasured alumni leaders. Your work reflects IUAA’s values – commitment, inclusion, pride, and collaboration – via selfless acts that support students, fellow graduates, and your …
read moreAlumni Spotlight: Joanna Nguyen
This week’s blog is a spotlight feature with alumni volunteer Joanna Nguyen of San Francisco. You’ll enjoy her conversation with Hannah Fry, IUAA student fellow.
read moreAlumni Spotlight: In Memory of Ron C. Rogers, BS’68
I first met Ron in Lexington, Kentucky, at an alumni chapter wine tasting event near his home. He and his wife Betsy, along with Mark Skirvin, alumni director at the time, planned an Indiana Day program for his small but mighty crew of IU fans deep in blue country. The great pianist Bob Williams and …
read moreRecognizing Distinguished Alumni
Four Indiana University alumni will receive IU’s Distinguished Alumni Service Award on June 11 in a virtual ceremony. The award is the highest bestowed on an IU alumna or alumnus by the university. IU President Michael A. McRobbie will present the awards to 2020 honorees Eric C. Deggans, Louise E. Goggans, Ann Shilling Harrison, and …
read moreAlumni Spotlight: Shawn Plew, BS’04
We continue our volunteer alumni leader video spotlight series with Shawn Plew, BS’04 and President of the IUPUI School of Science Alumni Board. Check out my latest Zoom interview to learn about Shawn, his personal journey with volunteerism, and what is he most proud of from his time with IUAA.
read moreSpotlight: Alicia Webb, BA’04
We continue our volunteer alumni leader video spotlight series with Alicia Webb, BA’04 and Executive Board Member of IUAA Chicago. Check out my latest Zoom interview to learn about Alicia’s advice for alumni looking to volunteer and give back during these odd and uncertain times, and much more!
read moreTrustee Election 2021
You may remember that because of the COVID-19 pandemic, the 2020 trustee election was postponed. That means that two alumni-elected trustees will be chosen in 2021. A Three-year term: Currently this is Donna Spears’s seat. An Additional Two-year term: Pat Shoulders agreed to serve for one additional year because of the pandemic. The newly elected person will …
read moreSpotlight: Angela Smith, BA’10, GC’13, BA’20
We continue our volunteer alumni leader video spotlight series with Angela Smith, BA’10, GC’13, BA’20, current president of the Groups Alumni Association. Check out my latest Zoom interview to learn about how her participation in the Groups Scholars Program impacted her life and the Groups Alumni Association’s incredible efforts to support students at IU during …
read moreVolunteer Spotlight: Bang Co, MS’16
We continue our volunteer alumni leader video spotlight series with Bang Co, MS’16, a member of the Marching Hundred Alumni Council. Check out my latest Zoom interview to learn about why Bang gives back, how his experience in the Marching Hundred shaped his college career, and some of the ways the Alumni Council has made …
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