Spotlight: New Associate Director Reuben Rifin
Twenty plus years ago my parents embarked on a new journey from Haiti to the United States for a chance at a better future for their children. As brave as they were, they relied on family and the support of others who have taken the journey before them. Serving as the new Associate Director of …
Spotlight: Central Carolina Alumnus Don Kritsch
Today’s spotlight is an interview of Don Kritsch by new staff member Dillon Kimmel. Dillon joined the IUAA team on June 4 and is the Assistant Director of Alumni Communities. He is the new liaison to our U Communities which are domestic, mid-level market areas. Degree and Graduation Year from IU: B.A. in Biology in 1967 …
Spotlight: Alumna Constance R. Collins
Today’s spotlight is an interview with Constance R. Collins, Ph.D. by Vernon A. Williams, Communication and Engagement Strategist for IU at the IUPUI Campus. Constance lives in Illinois and is a member of the Neal-Marshall Alumni Club. When did you attend Indiana University and how would you describe the mood of the campus and the nation …
Spotlight: Neal-Marshall Alumna Masah SamForay
This week we are profiling another alumni leader from one of our 173 chartered alumni communities. Masah SamForay lives in Chicago and is a member of the Neal-Marshall Alumni Club. She was interviewed by Baindu Lucy Bayon, Ph.D., Vice President of Neal-Marshall. When did you attend Indiana University? I attended college from 1999-2002, when I received my …
Spotlight: Lakeshore Region’s Nancy Hamblin
In this next Volunteer Spotlight, we focus on an amazing volunteer from the Lakeshore Region Chapter, Nancy Hamblin. Nancy has been involved with IUAA since she was a student in the Student Alumni Association, and has been a valued member and volunteer ever since! Below is more about Nancy in her own words, from why …
Spotlight: Neal-Marshall Alumnus Marshawn Wolley
This week we are profiling another alumni leader from one of our 173 chartered alumni communities. Marshawn Wolley lives in Indianapolis and is a member of the Neal-Marshall Alumni Club. He was interviewed by Baindu Lucy Bayon, Ph.D., Vice President of Neal-Marshall. When did you attend Indiana University? I attended IU undergrad from 1999-2003. I stayed for …
Spotlight: Scott Bowerman of Metro New York Chapter
This week, we are excited to highlight another spectacular chapter volunteer. Scott Bowerman has been doing great work with the Metro New York chapter and providing opportunities to future Hoosiers through his work with scholarships. Thank you, Scott for all your hard work! Name: Scott Bowerman Degree and Graduation Year from IU: Finance 2014 Chapter Region: IUAA Metro …
Spotlight: Neal-Marshall Alumna Joanna Coker
This week we are profiling another alumni leader from one of our 173 chartered alumni communities. Joanna Coker lives near Atlanta and is a member of the Neal-Marshall Alumni Club. She was interviewed by Baindu Lucy Bayon, Ph.D., Vice President of Neal-Marshall. When did you attend Indiana University? In 2011, I graduated from Indiana University with a …
Spotlight: Colorado Chapter’s Patti Theil
Name: Patti Johnson Theil Degree and Graduation Year from IU: I had a dual degree (Bachelor of Science) in Marketing and Management from the Business school, 1981 Chapter Region: Colorado Role/Title on Board: I am a Board Member for the chapter but my focus is being the link between Admissions and the Colorado Chapter. I host …
Supporting strong, vital alumni communities
Happy 2018, IU alumni leaders! Your IUAA family is excited to work with you on a host of important and impactful initiatives – the Chartered Communities Program. What is the Chartered Communities Program? The IUAA Chartered Communities Program is a framework of operational standards and programs designed to support strong, vital alumni communities and create …
Minute for Mission: The Lasting Impact of Generosity
A Minute for Mission. A brief reflection upon work being done to support the vision of an organization or group of people. A moment to celebrate tireless commitment to the cause. Spending time centered on the very mission of the work we do. The IU Alumni Association’s mission is one we center around, celebrate, and …
Student Spotlight: Kate Chandley
In May of 2016, I attended my college commencement ceremony. The director of the Northeastern University (yes, Northeastern in Boston, not Northwestern) Alumni Relations Office led a section of the ceremony where we received our alumni pins. It was not my first interaction with Alumni Relations as I had been on the Homecoming Committee for …